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Hallet & Cumston piano makers

Posted on March 7, 2012 by mallerstang

I often receive queries about the history of Hallet and Cumston pianos and requests to value pianos.  I regret I know nothing about pianos but I do know something of this particular line. HALLET & DAVIS PIANO COMPANY HISTORY: The Hallet & Davis Piano … Continue reading →

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Cope CUMPSTON – activist in Illinois, her mother Catherine Hume CUMPSTON and Kelby CUMPSTON

Posted on December 13, 2011 by mallerstang

You can read more about Cope (Copenhaver) on my website at http://www.cumpston.org.uk/#/copenhaver-cumpston-usa/4533405065 Cope Cumpston found her voice as an activist when she moved to Champaign-Urbana and got heavily involved with a political campaign. With hard work and long hours, it … Continue reading →

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New England Historic and Genealogical Society, Boston USA

Posted on April 27, 2011 by mallerstang

The New England Historic and Genealogical Society in Boston has placed its database on pre-1850 Massachusetts vital records into “Free Search” status. http://www.americanancestors.org/home.html Under the search menu select the pre-1850 census.   During your initial search, you will need to register … Continue reading →

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