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WIDENER, PETER A.B.
PETER A.B. WIDENER (1834-1915). Widener, a financier, was a key figure in the development of suburban street railways after the Civil War. He was instrumental in the consolidation of the various street railways in Philadelphia and the development of lines in Chicago. Widener and his associates acquired large street railway holdings in other cities as well, and eventually their properties totaled a greater mileage than those of any similar syndicate. He helped organize many of the large corporations whose names are familiar today such as the U.S. Steel Corporation and the American Tobacco Company. At his death, he was the wealthiest man in Philadelphia.
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Norris Park Mining Company Of Colorado Signed By Peter A.B. Widener As Treasurer
WIDENER, PETER A.B.
1865, Pennsylvania. Black with orange revenue stamp at lower right. Receipt signed as Treasurer by Peter A. B. Widener (1834-1915). Financier. Widener was a key figure in the development of suburban street railways after the Civil War. He helped organize many of the large corporations whose names are familiar today such as the U.S. Steel Corporation, American Tobacco Company, etc. At his death, he was the wealthiest man in Philadelphia. Extremely Fine. Uncancelled.
Catalog: # SB-4241
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Pittsburgh Traction Company Issued To Peter Widener
WIDENER, PETER A.B.
1891, Pennsylvania. Stock certificate for 175 shares issued to PETER WIDENER (1834-1915) Financier. Widener was a key figure in the development of suburban street railways following the Civil War. In addition, he helped to organize many large corporations, including U.S. Steel and American Tobacco. Green / Black. Vignette of a street car at top center. Punch and stamp cancelled. Overall Extremely Fine.
Catalog: # SB-4577
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Scarce Mining Stock Signed By Peter A. B. Widener - Philadelphia Mining And Smelting Co.
WIDENER, PETER A.B.
1882, Idaho. Stock certificate for 1,000 shares of the Philadelphia Mining and Smelting Company. Black. Litho. Mines located in Alturus County, Idaho. Signed as Treasurer of the company by PETER A. B. WIDENER(1834-1915) Financier. Widener was a key figure in the development of suburban street railways following the Civil War. In addition, he helped to organize many large corporations, including U.S. Steel and American Tobacco. Uncancelled and Very fine.
Catalog: # SB-2527
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