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Illinois, Diocese of Belleville, Catholic Parish Records, 1695-1956

A help guide for accessing the images of parish registers recording the events of baptism, first communion, confirmation (to 1907), marriage (to 1930) or death (to 1956) in the Diocese of Belleville (Illinois), Roman Catholic Church. The index to some volumes may reference pages within a given volume beyond current publication dates. As such, these images are not currently available. In addition to traditional parish registers, this collection includes a small number of census, church history, family and financial records. To assist the researcher I have broken down the available registers by county and name of parish, including the years covered by those parish records.

Biography of Hon. A. H. Livingston

Hon. A. H. Livingston, born December 24, 1850, in Kentucky, was a prominent lawyer and politician in Missouri. He began his career after studying law while working as a blacksmith, gaining admission to the bar in 1871. His professional trajectory included roles as circuit attorney and prosecuting attorney, as well as a state legislator. Initially a Democrat, he later joined the Populist party. He was married to Elizabeth Gully and had eight children. Livingston is recognized for his significant contributions to law and public service in Missouri.

Biography of James R. Moran

James R. Moran, born in Tennessee in 1822, became a significant pioneer in Kansas following his family’s migration in 1854 amidst growing tensions over slavery. Settling near Brownsville, he endured the hardships typical of early settlers, constructing simple homes and working tirelessly on his land. An ardent supporter of a free Kansas, Moran participated in defending the territory. His legacy continued through his wife, who managed the family after his death in 1863, and their eight children, who contributed to the development of the state.