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Myron L.Kidder, (18??-1???) Northampton

Kiddershopsm.jpg (10347 bytes) Active maker of violins 1890-1910. Began making Violins while working for Christopher Clarke music store in Northampton. Had his workshop on the second floor of 95 West St. home. Used old wood salvaged from buildings. Newspaper article infers association with unnamed Boston violin maker.

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