CHARLES M. SCHWAB (1862-1939)
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I was hoping I'd be in town for the marker dedication a couple of days ago, but missed it. This is Pennsylvania's newest historical marker, as of today.
Waymark Code: WM28D1
Location: Pennsylvania, United States
Date Posted: 09/21/2007
Views: 67
Marker Text:
American industrialist and pioneer of the US steel industry. Schwab established Bethlehem Steel Corporation in 1904. By World War I, it was among the largest steel producers in the world and a major contributor to the war effort. Schwab's South Bethlehem home was here.
I found this interesting website and wonder how much is true.
Marker Name: CHARLES M. SCHWAB (1862-1939)
County: Northampton
Date Dedicated: 09/18/2007
Marker Type: City
Location: 557 W 3rd St., Bethlehem
Category: Business & Industry, Military, Professions & Vocations, Steel
Website: [Web Link]
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