Miller & Beacham
The music publishing firm of Miller & Beacham was formed by William Miller and Joseph R. Beacham in 1853 in Baltimore, Maryland. In 1862, they purchased the Baltimore firm of John Cole. Miller had previously purchased the firm of F. Benteen in 1838.
Miller & Beacham
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- Miller & Beacham was established or created in 1853.
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- Miller & Beacham has its headquarters at Baltimore.
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The music publishing firm of Miller & Beacham was formed by William Miller and Joseph R. Beacham in 1853 in Baltimore, Maryland. In 1862, they purchased the Baltimore firm of John Cole. Miller had previously purchased the firm of F. Benteen in 1838.
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One of the most popular publishers during the American Civil War, and their catalogue included "Maryland!
Continental march - Sons of 1776 - composed by James E. Magruder / lith. by A. Hoen Co. Balto. Abstract/medium: 1 print: lithograph; sheet 27.7 x 35.7 cm.
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Miller & Beacham was established or created in 1853.
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The circumstances in which Miller & Beacham stands. Established or created in 1853. Beacham has its headquarters at Baltimore. Recorded as music publisher. Situated in United States.
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