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Eastern Steel Works Factories

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In the late 1800's Eastern Steel Works replaced Pottsville Rolling Mill, and was in operation until 1931 when it was replaced by Bethlehem Steel.

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Physical Description

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Dimensions 13 x 11 cm

Collection Information

Source Collection Albertype Company photographs, circa 1880s-circa 1950
Call Number (A6)02170

Copyright Information

Copyright Status COPYRIGHT NOT EVALUATED
Unique ID
W011F5K
Legacy ID
WHi 73870

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