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Allegheny County, PA Genealogy Collection #2 - CD / DVD
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Allegheny County Pennsylvania Genealogy Collection #2
This collection consists of various smaller and more obscure publications published on Allegheny County, Pennsylvania. These include local church histories, town and township histories, family histories, directories, publications on professions, business, industry, education, government, war involvement, etc. Published between 1876 and 1959, these publications include nearly 10,900 pages, providing a wealth of information on the history of the county and its residents. Often these smaller publications contain historical and genealogical gems found nowhere else - such as portraits, biographies, and records.
This is a wonderful opportunity to own your own library on Allegheny County. To find and purchase all of these publications would be a huge investment in time and money. Yet, here you can have all of this information to use at your convenience - and in a format that makes research much easier. The work in collecting this information has already been done, and now you can take advantage of it!
This collection is an excellent place to begin or continue research in Allegheny County. In addition to this collection, Allegheny County Collection #1 includes the major historical and biographical volumes published for county, and represents another great set of resources. This additional set of information can be found in the PA-Genealogy Store, along with many other titles of interest.
1) Pittsburgh and Allegheny in the Centennial Year
George H. Thurston, 1876, 308 pages
This book is a history of Pittsburgh and Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, published for the United States Centennial. Particular attention is given to the industries and businesses of the area.
Chapters:
1 - Pen Pictures of Pittsburgh
2 - The Military Record of Pittsburgh
3 - Geographical Position
4 - Railway System of Pittsburgh
5 - Half Century of Manufacturing
6 - Growth of Population at Pittsburgh
7 - Climate and Health of Pittsburgh
8 - Boat Building of Pittsburgh
9 - Mineralogical Position
10 - Manufacturing Advantages
11 - Lumber and Its Products
12 - Glass Factories of Pittsburgh
13 - The Coal Business of Pittsburgh
14 - The Iron Works of Pittsburgh
15 - Steel Manufacturing at Pittsburgh
16 - The Oil Trade at Pittsburgh
17 - Lead, Copper and Brass
18 - Cotton and Wool Manufacturing
19 - Manufactures from Earthy Substances
20 - Manufactures from Animal and Agricultural
21 - Products
22 - Miscellaneous Manufactures
23 - Mercantile Interests
24 - Produce Business
25 - Financial Institutions
26 - The Press of Pittsburgh
27 - Benevolent Institutions, and Conclusion
2) Pittsburgh and Western Pennsylvania Their Industries and Commerce, Resources and Prospects
Chamber of Commerce of Pittsburgh, 1885, 131 pages
This publication outlines the commercial and industrial state of western Pennsylvania, and its prospects for the future in regard to those aspects.
3) Recollections of Seventy Years and Historical Gleanings of Allegheny, Pennsylvania
Judge John E. Parke, 1886, 386 pages
This publication includes a variety of historical accounts from the history of Allegheny County, PA along with a number of biographical sketches. This is an excellent resource for historical or genealogical research in the Allegheny County / Pittsburgh area.
Surnames:
Adams, Alexander, Anderson, Avery, Brewer, Bushnell, Butler, Callow, Campbell, Cassatt, Cochran, Davis, Drum, Earle, Elliott, Fleming, Foster, Gallagher, Gray, Halsey, Hannen, de Haven, Hays, Irwin, King, Lichtenberger, McCullough, Megraw, Morrison, Nixon, Park, Parke, Phillips, Pressly, Robinson, Rodgers, Rush, Sample, Shafer, Short, Sproull, Strickrath, Stockton, Swift, Woods, Young
Industrial and Commercial Resources of Pennsylvania Historical, Descriptive and Biographical Review
Historical Publishing Company, 1887, 144 pages
This publication is a history and description of the business operations from dozens of towns throughout Western Pennsylvania. Each business is detailed in sketch form, giving, in many cases, a brief history of its existence, management, and a description of its operations. This information was only published in this publication making this a rare and useful resource for historical or genealogical research in these counties of PA.
Allegheny County
-- From Braddock: -- W. A. McDevitt & Co., P. McCauley, John McKelvy, Lew. F. Holtzman, D. Z. Musselman & Co., Wagner & Kinsey, Fauset Brothers, Alfred Peterson, The Monongahela Cemetery, James A. Russell, J. H. McCrady & Bro., Frank X. Grieb, E. Hampshire, Albert H. White, Joseph Wills Sr., L. E. Gutelius, Thomas Chapman, Philip Eisenhart, T. W. Sharp, The Arcade, Phillipp Gugel, John Routh, "The Braddock Herald", J. D. Simons, D. L. Masters, Braddock Market, Abel W. Seddon, A. C. Penrose, Woodward & Woodside, Aten & McCleary, Alex. Doritty, Hugh Wood, T. G. Scott, C. V. Kratzer D.D.S., Daniel Oskin, William J. Dible, Grannis Bros., Joseph K. Hart -- From McKeesport: -- McKeesport City Mills, National Tube Works Company, Taylor and Romine, James F. Ryan & Son, M. A. McMullen, Metropolitan Life Insurance Company, Pollock Bros., B. E. Pritchard, Noel & Wampler, Mrs. T. S. Kennedy, Smith & Rhodes, Isaac West, Union Savings Fund and Loan Associaion, Central Drug House, S. C. Coyle, Diamond Lumber Company, J. P. Learn, Phil. P. Keil, J. Denny, Hamilton's Palace of Music, C. H. Hitzrot's, Globe Tea Company, Morgan Bros., S. L. Goldman, R. J. May & Co., A. B. Campbell, Donald Chisholm, The New York Clothing House, Louis Winkelvoss, Jos. D. O'Neil & Co., James H. Scott, The McKeesport Daily News, "National House", Russell Manufacturing Co., Robert Smiley, Wintermyer & Kincade, Gemmill, Breiteureiter & Co., Guiser & Haben, W. G. Gleason, P. C. Yester, John W. Stewart, F. H. Coursin, S. Simon, Volk Brothers, James L. DeLong, W. E. Walsh, George Brinker, Messrs. Miller & Co., Shale & Sharpless, Henry Sheermesser, Anton Lang, G. Watson, J. S. Naulder
5) Pittsburgh and Allegheny Illustrated Review Historical, Biographical and Commercial
J. W. Leonard, 1889, 134 pages
From the Preface:
"...It has been the aim of the compiler of this volume to cover as much of the ground as possible, and to present the facts relating to the marvelous growth and present prosperity of the two cities in a condensed form, suitable for ready reference.
In the pursuit of this object, information has been gleaned from every available source, and reference has been made to many published books and newspaper files. The press of Pittsburgh, which in the aggregate and in detail is notable for its devotion to local interests, has been drawn upon for many facts; and of historical publications..."
The beginning of the publication contains an account of the growth of Pittsburgh and vicinity from early times. Following this, particular focus is given to the area's businesses and industries. There are literally hundreds of sketches of the area's businesses, industries, store keepers and trades of all sorts. Included in among the sketches are pictures and illustrations pertaining to the businesses, as well as a number of portraits of prominent businessmen or business owners.
6) Light and Shadows of Sewickley Life: or Memories of Sweet Valley
Agnes L. Ellis, 1893, 252 pages
This is a collection of accounts, memories and history from the borough of Sewickley, just south of Pittsburgh, PA. The information contained within is quite useful for both historical or genealogical research.
7) Souvenir of Pittsburgh
Lyman H. Nelson Co., ~1905, 33 pages
This publication was produced as a souvenir of the city of Pittsburgh, Allegheny County, PA. It contains over three dozen photographs of historic buildings or locations around the city.
8) Pittsburgh the Powerful
Pittsburgh Chamber of Commerce, 1907, 110 pages
This is a description of the commercial, financial and industrial strength of the city of Pittsburg, PA. It includes numerous photographs from around the city, highlighting prominent businesses or important parts of the city.
9) Mowrey's Tri-State Directory - 1907
Mowrey Directory Co., 1907, 544 pages
This is a business directory primarily of Western Pennsylvania but also including parts of Eastern Ohio and West Virginia for the year 1907. 1000's of businesses are listed in the directory, and many also have ads included. The directory information is arranged alphabetically by trade and lists the name of the business or businessman, and its street address. The portion on PA includes coverage of parts of these counties: Allegheny, Armstrong, Beaver, Butler, Cambria, Clarion, Fayette, Greene, Somerset, Venango, Washington, and Westmoreland.
Pennsylvania Cities
Allegheny, Avalon, Beaver, Beaver Falls, Bellevue, Ben Avon, Braddock, Bridgeville, Butler, Canonsburg, Carnegie, Charleroi, Connellsville, Crafton, Duquesne, East Brady, Emlenton, Emsworth, Etna, Ford City, Franklin, Freedom, Greensburg, Heidelberg, Homestead, Ingram, Irwin, Jeannette, Johnstown, Kittanning, Latrobe, Mars, McKeesport, McKees Rocks, Midland, Millvale, Monaca, Monongahela, Munhall, New Brighton, New Haven, Oakmont, Oil City, Parkers Landing, Pittsburgh, Rochester, Scottdale, Sewickley, Sharpsburg, Sheridan, Uniontown, Verona, Washington, Waynesburg, Wilkinsburg, Wilmerding, Windber
Ohio Cities
Bellair, Brilliant, East Liverpool, Martins Ferry, Mingo Junction, Steubenville, Toronto, Wellsville
West Virginia Cities
Benwood, Chester, Elm Grove, Follansbee, McMechen, Moundsville, New Cumberland, Newell, Wellsburg, Wheeling
10) The Great Flood of 1907 Souvenir [Pittsburgh, PA]
Anonymous, 1907, 28 pages
This is a photographic souvenir of the 1907 flood that struck Pittsburgh, PA. It consists of photographs of flood scenes in the in various places around the city showing the extend of the flood waters and damage. It also contains numerous ads for local businesses.
11) Pittsburgh Sesqui-Centennial Celebration
Anonymous, 1908, 79 pages
This pamphlet was publised as a commemorative history of Pittsburgh for its 150th anniversary. It outlines the events associated with the celebration, includes some photographs, and also includes portraits of many of the people involved in the celebrations organization.
12) 150 Years of Unparalleled Thrift - Pittsburgh Sesqui-Centennial
Edward White, 1908, 64 pages
This is a brief history of Pittsburgh written for its sesqui-centennial celebration in 1908. It is also a photographic souvenir of the city, containing a few historic views of the city along with a number of modern (1908) scenes.
13) Sketches - Serious and Otherwise Men of Pittsburgh and Vicinity
W. A. Washburn, 1914, 142 pages
This publication is a collection of over 140 illustrative sketches of the prominent men of the Pittsburg area. Each sketch is a portrait of the individual, either as a caricature, or with illustrations pertaining to the person's area of business in the background.
Names:
Chas. O. Deverts, Charles J. Graham, Albert Graham, Clarence Brenneman, W. B. Brenneman, George H. Danner, Chas, R. Rall, J. R. Johnston, E. Lowery Humes, J. H. Hammond, Dr. W. J. Holland, J. Oscar Emrich, Harrison Nesbit, Geo. E. Alter, John G. Pew, W. H. Donner, Charles A. O'Brien, J. C. Trees, Major E. L. Kearns, Jno. D. Watson, S. L. Seymour, Dr. Daniel E. Sable, Daniel S. Horne, John Worthington, Enoch Rauh, A. V. Holmes, Paul Didier, M. L. Benendum, S. A. Dies, Judge W. H. S. Thomson, Henry Hornbostel, E. V. Babcock, Henry, H. Cooper, C. S. Mitchell, James L. Stuart, Harrison W. Craver, J. S. Rider, W. J. Tanney, H. S. Grayson, Paul Qualtrough, William A. Irvin, Capt. Chas. C. McGovern, Chancellor S. B. McCormick, Francis J. Torrance, John S. Weller, Morris Baer, James Evans, J. Chas. Wilson, Dr. Harold J. Dorrance, F. A. Ogden, H. H. Patterson, Chas. Bonini, Samuel J. Reno, Jr., W. M. McJunkin, A. V. D. Watterson, Samuel McClay, W. F. Stadtlander, James E. Barnett, H. E. Nichols, S. C. Wood, J. C. Grooms, Christopher Magee, Jr., G. J. Bleichner, John M. Bald, Frederick L. Kahle, Guy Delaney, William Moore Patch, Truman S. Morgan, W. F. Kinson, J. C. Boyer, C. S. Miller, Don Rose, H. C. Beggs, R. G. Robinson, A. S. Davis, W. H. Cassidy, C. G. Lewellyn, Jas. J. Flannery, Jr., S. C. Martin, C. L. Saxton, Samuel Weinhaus, H. B. Miller, Geo. M. Hosack, H. A. Logue, Ex-Governor William A. Stone, C. A. Fagan, John F. Howley, Edgar Kaufman, Wilson C. Atkinson, P. O. Laughner, John P. Bracken, Royal S. Goldsbury, C. W. Sypniewski, Wm. L. De Coursey, Dr. Arthur Kew, H. V. Blaxter, Clarence Burleigh, R. C. Cole, James B. Clark, Jas. H. Conlon, Will Pyle, E. J. Kent, A. M. Hanaure, Francis A. Keating, C. B. Mehard, Wm. F. Wise, Richard Townsend, Albert H. Hammer, S. S. Roberson, John P. Hunter, Richard A. Bowland, Paul S. Ache, T. J. Gillespie, J. C. Neff, Col. A. B. Berger, Edward B. Lee, Edmund Halsdon, James M. Clark, L. H. Burnett, A. W. McCloy, J. M. Searl, John K. Davis, P. A. Kilgallen, Isaac Guckenheimer, Frank J. Kier, Harry F. Denig, Wm. Jones, J. R. Crawford, Dr. L. W. Swope, Louis Hoechstetter, M. A. Keller, A. L. Caprini, L. B. Cook, Ira S. Bassett, W. K. Hall, Frank S. Bissell, Job Burton, C. D. Scully, E. T. Whiter, D. L. Gillespie, Edward Schreiner
14) 1929 Polk's McKeesport City Directory (Including Dravosburg, Glassport, Otto, Port Vue and Versailles)
R. L. Polk & Co., 1929, 974 pages
This is a resident and business directory of McKeesport Allegheny Co., PA for the year 1929. The directory information is arranged alphabetically by name and includes the name of the primary resident or business, name of the primary resident's mate (if any), their occupation and street address. Following the directory portion there is also a numeric street directory as well, however a small portion of McKeesport is missing for this section covering Ridge Street to Sumac Street.
15) Young American Patriots The Youth of Pennsylvania in World War II
National Publishing Company, 1946, 674 pages
This publication is a memorial to the service men and women of Pennsylvania who served in WWII. It contains brief sketches of 1,000's of soldiers from across the state. The sketches provide a variety of information on each soldier: Name, rank, branch of military, engagements, discharge date, military awards, birth date, parents, spouse, address, religion., etc. The information varies from soldier to soldier but most contain the information above. Also, nearly every sketch is accompanies by a portrait of the soldier.
This publication is not an exhaustive listing of all the soldiers of Pennsylvania who fought in World War II. Nearly all counties are represented, but some more extensively than others. Those given more extensive coverage include: Allegheny, Armstrong, Beaver, Blair, Butler, Cambria, Cumberland, Dauphin, Erie, Fayette, Indiana, Lawrence, Northampton, Westmoreland,
Here is a sample listing:
Abbott, William Edward
Cpl., Army. Born Apr. 6, 1925. Entered Serv. June 12, 1943. Ft. Belvoir; N. Guinea; Phil. Is.; Okinawa. Awarded GCM, As-Pac Rib., BS, Phil. Lib. Rib. Disch. Mar. 2, 1945. Attended Clymer HS. Protestant. Son of Mr. and Mrs. Otto Abbott. Husband of Margaret Herrington Abbott, 818 Sandusky St., N. S., Pgh, 12, Pa.
16) New Kensington & Nearby Communities Telephone Directory - February 1948
Bell Telephone Company of Pennsylvania, 1948, 244 pages
This is a telephone directory covering parts of Allegheny and Butler Counties, Pennsylvania for the year 1948. The directory information lists the resident's name, street address and telephone number arranged alphabetically by town. This directory also includes the "yellow pages" section covering the businesses of the same area.
Towns Covered:
Acmetonia, Aladdin, Arnold, Bairdford, Barking, Bartley, Birdville, Blanchard, Blawnox, Boggsville, Boquet Station, Brackenridge, Braeburn, Brinker, Butler Junction, Cabot, Caldwell Heights, Carbon Black, Center, Cheswick, Claremont, Clinton, Concordia, Creighton, Culmerville, Curtisville, Denny, Denny Camp Gardens, Denny's Mills, Ekastown, Flick, Frankstown Acres, Freeport, Garvers Ferry, Glassmere, Grange Hall, Great Belt, Haffey, Hannahstown, Harmarville, Harwick, Herman, Houseville, Ingleside, Ivywood, Jefferson Center, Kiskiminetas Junction, Laneville, Lardintown, Leasuresville, Logan's Ferry, Lucesco, Marwood, McAbee, McVille, Milltown, Montrose, Nadine, Natrona, Natrona Heights, Newfield, New Kensington, New Texas, North Allegheny Acres, North Blessemer, Oakmont, Parnassus, Plum Creek, Renton, Riddles Crossroads, Rockdale, Rosedale, Rural Ridge, Russellton, Sandy Creek, Sardis, Sarver, Sarver Station, Saxonburg, Schenley, Silverville, Slate Lick, Springdale, Sycamore, Tarentum, Trestle, Unity, Unity Station, Universal, Valley Camp, Verona, Werner Camp Gardens, West Jefferson, West Natrona, West New Kensington, West Saxonburg, West Tarentum, West Winfield
17) Polk's Pittsburgh City Directory - 1949 (Including Mount Oliver Borough)
R. L. Polk & Co., 1950, 1942 pages
This is a resident and business directory of the city of Pittsburgh, Allegheny Co., PA for the year 1949. The resident directory information is listed alphabetically and includes the primary resident's and their mate's names, occupation/employer and street address. Over 350,000 listings are included. The business directory precedes the resident directory and lists 1000's of businesses arranged by trade.
18) Polk's Pittsburgh City Directory - 1952 (Including Mount Oliver Borough)
R. L. Polk & Co., 1953, 2028 pages
This is a resident and business directory of the city of Pittsburgh, Allegheny County, PA for the year 1952. The resident directory information is listed alphabetically and includes the primary resident's and their mate's names, occupation/employer and street address. Over 320,000 listings are included. The business directory precedes the resident directory and lists 1000's of businesses arranged by trade.
19) Beaver Valley and Nearby Communities Telephone Directory - January 1954
Bell Telephone Company of PA, 1954, 420 pages
This is a telephone directory of covering parts of Allegheny, Beaver, Butler and Lawrence Counties, Pennsylvania for the year 1954. The directory lists 1,000's of residents and businesses, and provides the resident's name, street address and telephone number arranged alphabetically by town. This directory also includes the "yellow pages" section covering the businesses of the same area.
Towns Covered:
Aliquippa, Ambridge, Ash, Baden, Beaver, Beaver Falls, Beaver Terrace, Beaver Valley, Bellton, Big Creek, Big Sewickley Creek, Bocktown, Bridgewater, Buhl, Burnstown, Callery, Callery Junction, Carnot, Carr Post Office, Celia, Clark Manor, College Hill, Colona, Conway, Coraopolis, Coraopolis Heights, Crows Run, Darlington, Doctor Heights, Duck Run, East Rochester, Eastvale, Edgeworth, Eidenau, Ellport, Ellwood City, Enon, Enon Valley, Esther, Evans City, Fairoaks, Fairview, Fallston, Five Points, Fombell, Franklin Road, Freedom, Frisco, Geneva Hill, Georgetown, Glenfield, Glen Osborne, Glenwillard, Green Garden, Gringo, Groveton, Harmony, Harmony Junction, Haysville, Hazel Dell, Holt, Homewood, Homewood Junction, Hookstown, Independence, Industry, Industry Heights, Josephtown, Knox Plan, Kobuta, Koppel, Leetsdale, Legionville, Lillyville, Marquis, Merrill, Middle Lancaster, Midland, Monaca, Montour Junction, Moon, Morado, Mountair, Mt. Gallitzin Academy, Mt. Washington, Myoma, Neville Island, New Brighton, New Galilee, New Sheffield, North Rochester, North Sewickley, Ohio View, Ohioville, Parke Gate, Patterson Heights, Plains Church, Racine, Riverview, Rochester, Rowan, Scottsville, Sewickley, Shafers, Shields, Shippingport, Smiley, South Heights, South Monaca, Springs, Stamm, Steffenville, Stoops Ferry, Sunset Hills, Vanport, Wahlville, Watters, West Aliquippa, West Bridgewater, West Mayfield, West View, Wireton, Woodlawn, Wurtemburg, Zelienople, Zeno
20) Polk's Pittsburgh City Directory - 1958 (Including Mount Oliver Borough)
R. L. Polk & Co., 1959, 2132 pages
This is a resident and business directory of the city of Pittsburgh, Allegheny County, PA for the year 1958. The resident directory information is listed alphabetically and includes the primary resident's and their mate's names, occupation/employer and street address. Over 350,000 listings are included. The business directory precedes the resident directory and lists 1000's of businesses arranged by trade.
21) Belle Vernon - Fayette City - West Newton and Nearby Communities Telephone Directory [1959-60]
Bell Telephone Company of PA, 1959, 236 pages
This is a telephone directory covering parts of Allegheny, Fayette and Washington Counties, Pennsylvania for the year 1959-60. The directory lists 1,000's of residents and businesses, and provides the resident's name, street address and telephone number arranged alphabetically by town. This directory also includes the "yellow pages" section covering the businesses of the same area.
Towns Included:
Allenport, Arnold City, Beallsville, Belle Vernon, Bentleyville, Blythedale, California, Charleroi, Coal Center, Collinsburg, Courtney, Daisytown, Donora, Douglass, Dunlevy, East Monongahela, Eighty Four, Elco, Ellsworth, Fairhope, Fayette City, Findleyville, Gallatin, Gastonville, Gillespie, Jacobs Creek, Long Branch, Lowber, Monessen, Monongahela, New Eagle, Newell, North Belle Vernon, North Charleroi, Pricedale, Richeyville, Roscoe, Smithdale, Smithton, Speers, Stockdale, Sunny Side, Sutersville, Twilight, Van Meter, Van Voorhis, Waltz's Mills, Webster, West Newton, Wyano, Yukon
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