History of Windham New Hampshire

Residence of William H Anderson of Windham, New Hampshire

Leonard A. Morrison’s *The History of Windham, New Hampshire*, published in 1883, chronicles the town’s evolution from early settlements in the 18th century to the late 19th century. It highlights Windham’s roots in the Scotch-Irish Londonderry community and examines various aspects of local life, including land grants, education, and political developments. The work also documents significant historical events and includes extensive genealogies of the area’s early settlers and their descendants, drawing from comprehensive local records and archives.

A History of Orange County Virginia

Map of Orange County Virginia

A History of Orange County Virginia” by William Wallace Scott offers a detailed chronicle of this pivotal region from its formation in 1734 to the end of the Reconstruction era in 1870. Published in 1907, this 292-page volume encapsulates the political and social evolution of Orange County.

St. John The Baptist Church Jubilee

Souvenir of the golden jubilee of St John The Baptist Church

The “Souvenir of the Golden Jubilee of St. John The Baptist Church: Beach, North Dakota, 1909-1959” is a commemorative publication marking the 50th anniversary of the St. John the Baptist Catholic Church in Beach, North Dakota. Published in 1959, this work is not just a tribute to the church’s history but also an acknowledgment of the community and individuals who have been pivotal in its development and growth. The book delves into various aspects of the church’s journey from its inception, including its early records, significant milestones like the burning of the mortgage, vocations, sketches of pastors, and the numerous organizations associated with it.

Stephenson County Illinois World War 1 Veterans

Honor roll of the Great War, Stephenson County, 1917-1919

This small booklet contains all the known men and women who participated in World War 1 and claimed their home of record as Stephenson County, Illinois. By participation, this record does not limit this to soldiers, but also contains the records of those men and women who served the Red Cross, Y.M.C.A., and other non-fighting positions. This book is free to read or download.

Origin, history, and genealogy of the Buck family

Origin, history, and genealogy of the Buck family

Origin, history and genealogy of the Buck family : including a brief narrative of the earliest emigration to and settlement of its branches in America and a complete tracking of every lineal descendant of James Buck and Elizabeth Sherman, his wife

Biographical Sketch of Lawrence Bartley

Lawrence Bartley, born in 1853 in Vergennes, Vermont, began his career as a grocer in 1875 before transitioning to furniture manufacturing in 1880. He later ventured into the stove and plumbing business. Active in local governance, he also managed family responsibilities after the death of his mother in 1884. Bartley married Elizabeth McMahon in 1883. His father, James Bartley, an Irish immigrant and U.S. Army veteran, held various community roles and had a distinguished military family.

Biography of John Thomas Bartley

John Thomas Bartley, born in Kentucky in 1865, has had a significant impact on ranching and agriculture in Kansas. After moving to Missouri as a child, he later became a pioneer rancher in Kansas and Texas. Bartley managed a large ranch in Pottawatomie County before establishing his own farm. He is active in local governance and Masonic organizations and married Addie Stauffer in 1898. Their son, John Thomas Jr., is currently enrolled in Fostoria schools, continuing the family legacy in the region.