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Peter Herdic: Industrialist, Entrepreneur, Innovator

2026-02-03T19:48:58-05:00By Lou Hunsinger Jr.|Lou Hunsinger Jr.|

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About the Author: Lou Hunsinger Jr.

Louis E. Hunsinger Jr. lives in Williamsport, and has written extensively on local history as well local professional baseball history. He is freelance writer who contributes frequently to "Webb Weekly." He has had articles published in "The National Pastime," as well as in the "Biographical Encyclopedia of American Sports." He is a member of the Society of American Baseball Research (SABR), and is active locally in various organizations including the Advisory Committee of Wise Options and as a Tour Guide for the Lycoming County Visitors Bureau. He has a bachelor's degree in Political Science with minors in History and Journalism.

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