Alphabetical indexes to the vital records of Medway, Massachusetts, up to the year 1850, supplemented by information from church registers, cemetery inscriptions and other private sources to include Rev. Dr. Jacob Ide’s account of Marriages and Deaths, 1814-1849.
“Rainbow Views: A History of Wayne County, Utah” offers an insightful journey through the history of Wayne County, compiled by Anne Snow. Published in 1953 by the Daughters of Utah Pioneers of Wayne County, this history explores various aspects of pioneer life and the development of the county. It covers the impact of early settlers, the evolution of industries such as cattle and sheep farming, dairying, and timber and lumbering, as well as the establishment of essential services like roads, schools, and medical facilities. The book also delves into the rich cultural heritage of the county, including its relations with Indigenous peoples, the formation of communities, and the role of religious and civic organizations.
Abstracts of over 600 wills for Vanderburgh County, Indiana, extracted by Mrs. Arthur C. Bitterman. Book A was typed by Mrs. James A. Gentry, book B typed by Mrs. Marvin J. Huff, and published as one by the Vanderburgh Chapter of the DAR. Book A primarily covers wills written or filed within the time period of 1823-1849 and book B includes the years of 1849-1873. In both cases there are wills that fall outside those dates.
Published in Knoxville, Tennessee in 1956 and distributed by the Genealogical Publishing Company of Baltimore, Maryland, Sevier County, Tennessee: Population Schedule of the United States Census of 1830 (Fifth Census) provides a transcription of the often difficult to read, 1830 Sevier County Tennessee census. Authored by Blanche C. McMahon and Pollyanna Creekmore, this meticulous reproduction of the original census record sheds light on the people of Sevier County in 1830.
In the heart of Virginia, amidst the rolling hills and rich history, lies Orange County. Established in 1734, this vast expanse of land, originally stretching from the Rappahannock River to the Blue Ridge and further west to encompass what would become West Virginia and Kentucky, has been a witness to the early stories of America. “Orange County, Virginia, Will Book I, 1735-1743,” meticulously compiled by John Frederick Dorman and published in Washington, D.C., in 1958, serves as a crucial link to this foundational past.
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.
This is a transcription of the death records of Lee County, Virginia from 1853-1897. Over 36,000 records are transcribed in this free digital PDF book.
In 1895, Cyrus Henry Brown began collecting family records of the Brown family, initially with the intention of only going back to his great-grandfathers. As others became interested in the project, they decided to trace the family lineage back to Thomas Brown and his wife Mary Newhall, both born in the early 1600s in Lynn, Massachusetts. Thomas, John, and Eleazer, three of their sons, later moved to Stonington, Connecticut around 1688. When North Stonington was established in 1807, the three brothers were living in the southern part of the town. Wheeler’s “History of Stonington” contains 400 records of early descendants of the Brown family, taken from the town records of Stonington. However, many others remain unidentified, as they are not recorded in the Stonington town records. For around a century, the descendants of the three brothers lived in Stonington before eventually migrating to other towns in Connecticut and New York State, which was then mostly undeveloped. He would eventually write this second volume of his Brown Genealogy adding to and correcting the previous edition. This book is free to search, read, and/or download.
This brief history has been gleaned from old family records, correspondence with other members, and histories of Ritchie, Barbour, Harrison and Randolph Counties, West Virginia. The first known ancestor was David Wilson, who was born in Scotland about 1650; he had a son David, born about 1685, who was forced to flee from Scotland to Ireland owing to his being on the losing side in the Scotch Rebellion of 1715. His son William (b. Nov. 19, 1722; d. June 12, 1801) came to America about 1736; married Elizabeth Blackburn, also of Scotch-Irish descent, about 1746, and settled on Trout Run near Moorefield, Hardy County, W. Va. The Land Office at Richmond shows that he and his sons patented many tracts of land in what is now Hampshire, Hardy, and Grant Counties. Nothing further is known of him as to where he lived and died.
The 1860 census for the Creek Nation, located west of Arkansas, reveals a diverse array of free inhabitants, including Native Americans from Creek and Seminole tribes. This listing indicates that many individuals either renounced their tribal affiliations or were never granted citizenship. Several entries mark those who married Native individuals but were still denied citizenship, suggesting a complex social structure within the community. The presence of individuals identified by racial categories reflects the intricate interplay of identities during this period.
Hampton History: an account of the Pennsylvania Hamptons in America in the line of John Hampton, Jr., of Wrightstown; with an appendix treating of some other branches.
List of persons buried in the Upper Octorara Presbyterian Church Cemetery, Chester County, Pennsylvania. Information includes date of death and known age at death if provided on headstone.
Luedders’ historical and pictorial city directory of Angola, Indiana for the year 1923, containing an historical compilation of items of local interest, a complete canvass of names in the city, which includes every member of the family, college students, families on rural lines, directory of officers of county, city, lodges, churches, societies, a directory of streets, and a classified business directory.
William B. Blackburn was among the first lawyers in Hopkinsville, arriving from Woodford County around 1799. He lived with pioneer Bartholomew Wood and practiced law there for a few years, although details of his success remain unknown. Blackburn returned to Woodford County around 1803, where he became a significant lawyer and politician, serving multiple terms in both the House and Senate from 1804 until 1834. He was related to notable figures in Kentucky’s political history and died around 1842.
The provided records detail marriage intentions from the town of Walpole, Massachusetts, for individuals with surnames starting with “B,” covering various dates up to 1850. Notable entries include Betsey Babitt and Samuel Clap in 1843, Alfred Bacon marrying Harriett Perry in 1834, and numerous other couples throughout the 18th and 19th centuries. Each entry typically specifies the names of the individuals involved and the date of intention publication, reflecting the community’s social history and matrimonial practices during this period.
Dr. Robert Neil Blackburn, 77, passed away on July 27, having previously lived in Joseph, Oregon. Born on August 1, 1929, in Cushing, Oklahoma, he served as a jet fighter pilot in the Korean War before earning his medical degree. Dr. Blackburn practiced medicine in Joseph for nearly 25 years, delivering many babies in Wallowa County. He was actively involved in the community, volunteering at local events and starting Little League Baseball. He is survived by five sisters, while four brothers predeceased him.
Dr. Robert N. Blackburn, aged 77, passed away on July 27, 2006, in Cushing, Oklahoma. Originally from Cushing, he served as a jet fighter pilot during the Korean War before pursuing a medical career at the University of Oklahoma. He practiced medicine in Joseph, Oregon, for nearly 25 years, delivering numerous babies and actively participating in community events, including serving as grand marshal of Chief Joseph Days. He is survived by five sisters and was cremated without services scheduled.
Mrs. Mary Blackburn, aged fifty-five, passed away last Monday night at a Baker hospital after undergoing gallbladder surgery. She was the wife of Perry Blackburn, a prominent rancher in Lower Powder. Mrs. Blackburn is survived by her husband, two sons, and a daughter, Mrs. Walter Gover of Eagle Valley, who will remember her as a devoted wife and mother. This announcement appeared in the North Powder News on June 19, 1920.
R. Blackburn served in the 105th Supply Train, Company C, of the 30th Division, hailing from Buncombe County. He began his military service on September 19, 1917, in Asheville, North Carolina, and underwent training at various camps, including Camp Jackson and Camp Sevier. He was deployed to France on June 11, 1918, and returned to the United States on April 11, 1919, before being mustered out at Camp Jackson, South Carolina, on April 14, 1919.