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William Holmes Cookman

William Holmes Cookman (1867–1950) was an American architect who worked as an engineer on the Pennsylvania Railroad from about 1894 to the 1930s. Cookman graduated from the University of Pennsylvania in 1887. Throughout his life, Cookman wore many different hats.

William Holmes Cookman

Pennsylvania Railroad Station, Mayville, NY, July 2012

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Born
1867
Died
1950
Nationality
United States
Occupation
architect

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William Holmes Cookman (1867–1950) was an American architect who worked as an engineer on the Pennsylvania Railroad from about 1894 to the 1930s. Cookman graduated from the University of Pennsylvania in 1887. Throughout his life, Cookman wore many different hats.

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