Came across this site. Old posts from a few members asking for info on Ostrander mandolin & violins from 1880’s. I am a descendant & have an E. Ostrander 1885 viola. Anyone looking for Ostrander info can contact me here.
Thanks, Jim Garber for your response. I’ll hope more information comes forward on the Eugene Ostrander instruments my great, great Grandpaw!!