George A. Bitner papers 1858-1877.

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George A. Bitner papers 1858-1877.

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Papers include letters from officers of the Pennsylvania Railroad, Andrew and Thomas M. Carnegie and Robert F. Pitcairn. The letters were written primarily as recommendations and letters of regret at Bitner's decision to leave the company.

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Historical Society of Western Pennsylvania, Heinz History Center Detre Library and Archives

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SNAC Resource ID: 7414001

Historical Society of Western Pennsylvania, Heinz History Center Detre Library and Archives

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Carnegie, Thomas M., 1843-1886

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Bitner, George A., 1830-

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Pennsylvania Railroad

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Pitcairn, Robert, 1836-1909

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Epithet: Colonel; Secretary, British Nursing Association British Library Archives and Manuscripts Catalogue : Person : Description : ark:/81055/vdc_100000000408.0x000002 Epithet: Writer to the Signet British Library Archives and Manuscripts Catalogue : Person : Description : ark:/81055/vdc_100000000408.0x000003 Robert Pitcairn was born in Scotland in 1836 and came to America with his parents at the age of ten. He was forced to work at an early age and be...

Carnegie, Andrew, 1835-1919

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