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Allegheny City Records, 1842-1907 [bulk 1870-1907]

 Collection
Identifier: RG-03-001

Scope and Contents

The Allegheny City Records, 1842-1907 [bulk 1870-1907], contain both bound volumes and loose-paper ordinances, resolutions, communications, petitions, and reports. The collection is chronologically arranged into nine series and four sub-series.

Topics covered within the records range from legislation, petitions, or communications regarding city business surrounding Allegheny City. Particular topics of interest include legislation discussing presidential visits to Allegheny City, aid relief given to Johnstown Flood victims, and the naming of a planet, "Alleghenia," after the city.

Dates

  • Creation: 1842-1907

Extent

48 Cubic Feet

Language of Materials

English

Processing Information

The processing and partial digitization of this collection was funded by a grant from the Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission.

Status
Completed
Author
Abigail King
Date
2023
Description rules
Describing Archives: A Content Standard
Language of description
English
Script of description
Latin
Sponsor
The processing and partial digitization of this collection was funded by a grant from the Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission.

Repository Details

Part of the City of Pittsburgh Archives Repository

Contact:
414 Grant St.
Pittsburgh PA 15219 United States