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.
This is a copy of a record book of the Pleasant Hill Methodist Church in Washington Township, Guernsey County, Ohio. The front portion of this manuscript contains the history of Pleasant Hill Methodist Church, which we provide here, and biographies of their pastors up to 1953. Starting on page 18 you will find the Membership Record for the church beginning in 1829 and through January of 1894.
The Rockingham County Historical Society in Wentworth, NC, publishes the Journal of Rockingham County History and Genealogy twice a year, in April and October. This journal includes articles about the history and genealogical resources of Rockingham County, North Carolina, and the surrounding areas. The historical articles are of high quality and extensively researched. This book covers the first three years of publication, 1976-1978. A full index can be found at the end of each individual volume.
This book is a collection of stories, letters, and historical records detailing the brief history of Bentleysville, a rural community in southwestern Pennsylvania. Established around a mill operated by Sheshbazzar Bentley Sr. and Jr. on Pigeon Creek in 1816, the town grew to a population of 300 by 1868. The author traces the origins of Bentleysville back to the 1770s to document the earliest settlers, while also providing context through significant national events like the Whiskey Rebellion and the Civil War. Although Bentleysville’s history as a village ended before 1900, this work preserves its legacy for future generations.
The aim of this history was to present in a permanent form the key incidents in the history of Minneapolis, from its earliest settlement to its publication in 1895. The primary facts and events recounted were mostly obtained from living witnesses and participants. It was rare for a city with more than two hundred thousand inhabitants to have so many of its first settlers still alive. The city’s growth had been so extraordinary and unprecedented that many of its earliest settlers remained. Some information was also gleaned from the notes left by now-deceased writers who witnessed the events described. Great care was taken to verify the accuracy of all facts and incidents mentioned. While it might have been too much to hope that the work was entirely free from errors, it was confidently believed that any such errors were few and insignificant.
William Bowers Moison Chace, born December 5, 1854, in Somerset, Massachusetts, is the ninth generation of his family in America, tracing lineage back to William Chace, who emigrated from England in 1630. A prominent figure in real estate, insurance, and manufacturing, Chace’s career began as a clerk, progressing to partnership and ultimately founding his own company. Involved in various financial institutions, he has been a leading business figure in Fall River. He married Charlotte P. White, with whom he had four children.
The Fall River branch of the Earle family traces its origins to the Portsmouth and Swansea families, established over 270 years ago. Prominent figures include the late Hon. Lloyd Slade Earle, a significant contractor in Fall River, and his son Andrew Brayton Earle, who died young while running a grocery business. Lloyd Slade Earle, born in Somerset in 1812, made notable contributions to local industry and governance, advocating for moral and community improvement within the city.
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.
This index compiles 1,352 Baldwin County, Georgia marriage records from court documents covering 1806 to 1850. It lists groom, bride, and marriage date entries in chronological order, offering a valuable genealogical resource for tracing family history, local relationships, and early county residents across more than four decades.
The genealogy of the Cherokee Adair family outlines numerous descendants and marriages within the family lineage, detailing the connections between Scotch and Cherokee ancestry. Key individuals include John Adair, who married a full-blood Cherokee woman, and their children, alongside subsequent generations marked by marriages to both Indigenous and non-Indigenous partners. The document presents a rich tapestry of family ties, encapsulating over a century of history and illustrating the integration of Cherokee heritage within a broader familial context.
Charles Ross Buffington, born May 29, 1894, in Bryan’s Chapel, was educated in local schools and served as a Corporal in Co. C, 360th Infantry Regiment during World War I, arriving in France in June 1918. After his discharge in January 1919, he returned home, took up teaching, and later worked at the post office. He is a member of the Pryor Post American Legion. His lineage traces back to John Ross Buffington and Nancy Jane Bryan, who were his great-grandparents.
John Ross Buffington was born on June 2, 1864, in Doaksville, Choctaw Nation. He received his education at the Cherokee National Schools in Tahlequah, Oklahoma. On July 6, 1891, he married Sadie Highland, with whom he had six children: Nancy Jane, Carrie Rebecca, Charles Ross, Hallie Hazel, Joel Webster, and Cherokee Georgia. Buffington’s contributions were significant in his community, and he was also known by his Cherokee name, Cooweescoowee.
Joel Webster Buffington, born on October 12, 1898, near Pryor, was educated locally before marrying Eva Teter on November 28, 1918. They had two sons, Harry and Gordon. Joel was a dedicated farmer in the Pryor area. His family lineage intertwines with other local notable families, including the Bryans and Ross Buffingtons, highlighting the connections within the community.
Thomas M. Buffington, a prominent figure in Oklahoma’s history, was born in the Cherokee Nation and played a vital role in the Cherokee Nation’s governance. After serving as circuit judge and participating in the Cherokee Senate, he represented the Nation in Washington, negotiating the 1904 treaty with the Dawes Commission. Buffington succeeded in agriculture and business, notably in land investments, while also serving as Vinita’s mayor. A family man and community leader, he is remembered for his significant contributions and deep understanding of Oklahoma’s development.
J. Edgar Buffington, born on March 13, 1881, in the Cherokee Nation, is a prominent figure in northeastern Oklahoma’s financial landscape as the President of the Vinita National Bank since 1919. Orphaned as an infant, he grew up in the Cherokee Orphans Home and later pursued education at the Tahlequah Male Seminary and a Kansas City business college. Buffington’s rise in banking reflects his diligence and adaptability, and he is known for combining aggressiveness with conservatism in his leadership. He is actively involved in local society and invests in Craig County lands.
Lucien Webster Buffington, a pivotal figure in Vinita’s progress, passed away on December 3, 1919, leaving behind a legacy as an esteemed pioneer of Oklahoma. Born on August 15, 1867, in what is now Delaware County, he played a vital role in establishing the Vinita National Bank, serving first as Vice President and later as President. Buffington was also involved in land investments and other businesses, contributing significantly to his community. His commitment to Vinita’s development and strong character distinguished him as a prominent leader.
List of Choctaw Freedmen whose names were omitted from final rolls because no application was made or by. reason of mistake or oversight. Shows the names of 281 persons, all minors except 4. The approved roll of minor Choctaw freedmen contains 473 names. The large percentage of omissions in this class is explained elsewhere. It is quite probable that there are others of this class whose claims have not yet been presented or disclosed.
Carrie I. Klube, born Carrie I. Buffington on September 19, 1862, in Geneva, was the daughter of James H. and Triphena (Martin) Buffington. Her father, an accomplished moulder, worked at various manufacturing companies, retiring in 1908. She had three siblings: Frances Estella, Edwin Carey, and Edith Rankin. Carrie, a widow of Henry J. L. Klube, is noted for her familial connections and her father’s significant contributions to local industry in Geneva, where the family settled in 1861.