William Carl Bolivar 1849-1914
William Carl Bolivar was a journalist, bibliophile and historical researcher with over 3,000 book, magazines and journals in his personal collection. He wrote a weekly column for the Philadelphia Tribune titled “Pencil Pusher Points” where he regaled his readers with the history of the 19th century Philadelphia Black men and women who pioneered their communities. He was born and raised at 9th and Rodman Streets in Philadelphia and as a child witnessed first hand some of the remarkable individuals who persevered to become educators, physicians and accomplished business leaders. In his October 10, 1914 column he writes about the Bethel Burying Ground, its beginnings and some of the families that were buried there. To read the full article please click on the following: WCB 10-10-1914
Bethel Burying Ground Project 