Stephen Barron Jr.

Contributor

Stephen J. Barron Jr. is currently the controller for Northampton County, Pa. He enjoys writing about history and Americana, but also has written about fraud, finance, and corporate governance. He publishes a blog and has written content for several online publications. He is a graduate of Widener University where he earned his B.A. in 1999 and J.D. in 2002.

Latest Articles

Widener Family's Working Class Hero
The story of one of Philadelphia's most legendary citizens Fitz Eugene Dixon, Jr is fascinating and heartwarming.
Nov 6, 2010 - Stephen Barron Jr.
Widener Family and the RMS Titanic
Peter AB Widener lost his oldest son and oldest grandson on the RMS Titanic. This is the story of the Widener Family and the legendary ship.
Nov 6, 2010 - Stephen Barron Jr.
Widener Family Fortune
The Widener family was one of the richest American families. Learn how they made their money and their amazing contributions to business, arts and education
Nov 6, 2010 - Stephen Barron Jr.
Stone Harbor Crime Scene
When walking in a small sleepy shore town one never knows the sights these streets have seen. Such is the case with 106th Street on the bay in Stone Harbor.
Nov 5, 2010 - Stephen Barron Jr.
The Fighting Sullivans... The Ghost Story
This is a story about 5 brothers who died in the service of their country. Their ghosts may now haunt the ship that is named in their honor.
Oct 30, 2010 - Stephen Barron Jr.
The Ghosts of Fayette County Courthouse
The Fayette County Courthouse in Pennsylvania is one of the most haunted courthouses in the state or perhaps one of the most haunted in the nation!
Oct 27, 2010 - Stephen Barron Jr.
Ben Franklin's Ghost
This story chronicles the many places and stories affiliated with the ghost of Benjamin Franklin.
Oct 25, 2010 - Stephen Barron Jr.
First US Ghost Story
This article documents the first ghost story ever told in the new world.
Oct 25, 2010 - Stephen Barron Jr.
Devil's Den at Gettysburg State Park
This story talks about the ghost of Devil's Den in Gettysburgh State Park in Gettysburgh, Pennsylvania.
Oct 24, 2010 - Stephen Barron Jr.
White House Hauntings
The house of the most powerful man in the world as several guests who may not be of this world. Some people who resided in the White House have never left.
Oct 20, 2010 - Stephen Barron Jr.