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Over 600 mortuary organs were sold during this period, contributing significantly to the industrys survival during the Great Depression.

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John Carnahan and Barbara George were gracious hosts who warmly greeted the 7th graders and provided them with insightful hands-on tours.

Genevieve Redmond took notes during the visit and wrote much of this weeks podcast.

The recording chronicles the visit, and an overview of the Estey Organ Company.

Estey Pipe Organ