The History of Pittsburgh: Its Rise & Progress - Killikelly

THE HISTORY OF PITTSBURGH: ITS RISE AND PROGRESS. 1906 (Reprint) by Sarah H. Killikelly. "The history of Pittsburgh is essentially the history of Allegheny County--the greater Pittsburgh," (Preface). This very readable book of events, which constitutes the history of Pittsburgh, ranges from frontier times, pioneer men and before the city charter to the history of the municipality, schools, churches, hospitals and other institutions. It also informs about the newspapers, judiciary, manufacturers, and military including four wars and the regiments made up of Pittsburgh servicemen. Indexed. 568 pages, 7 x 10 softbound.