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.
“Over the Misty Blue Hills: The Story of Cocke County, Tennessee,” written by Ruth Webb O’Dell and published in 1951, provides a historical account of Cocke County. The book covers various aspects of Cocke County’s history, including its political, social, religious, and industrial developments. The contents are divided into several detailed sections: the political history of Cocke County, the significance of local names, the natural resources and setting, early settlers, religious history, industrial development, and notable figures from the county. Additionally, it delves into specific family histories, offering insights into the lives of many influential families such as the Allens, Burnetts, Huff, McMahan, and many others.
The History of Ontario County, New York genealogical section provides an extensive array of surnames, indicating the comprehensive nature of the section in Part 2. These genealogies not only serves as a reference for individuals researching family histories but also reflects the diverse settler and immigrant populations that have contributed to the fabric of Ontario County. Each surname represents a family’s journey, struggles, and contributions to the county’s development over centuries.
The list of vital records of Southborough, Massachusetts, comprised in this volume includes all which were entered in the Town Books during the period from the earliest date there found to the end of the year 1849. Some additions and corrections of names and dates have been made from the records of the First Church, these being indicated in each instance by proper reference. There are a total of 6,267 births, marriages, and deaths recorded. 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.
Genealogy of the descendants of John Walker of Wigton, Scotland, with records of a few allied families : also war records and some fragmentary notes pertaining to the history of Virginia, 1600-1902
The Amidon Family genealogy book details the lineage of Roger Amadowne, a French Huguenot who fled to England and later to America after the revocation of the Edict of Nantes. Documented in Salem, Massachusetts in 1637, variations of his surname include Amadon, Amidown, and Ammidon. The work, organized with biographical sketches and two helpful indexes, presents the family’s history and is richly illustrated. Originally published in 1904, it serves as a valuable resource for descendants and historians alike.
The manuscript chronicles the lineage of the Mason family, beginning with Robert Mason, who emigrated from England around 1590 and settled in Roxbury, Massachusetts, in 1630. Following his wife’s death, he moved to Dedham, becoming an original landholder. The narrative progresses through the generations, focusing on Lemuel Saunders Mason, a mill owner from Belchertown, and his son, Lyman Gates Mason I. The work details family history until the 1960s, highlighting significant ancestors and their contributions.
Edmund Ingalls, son of Robert, was born about 1598 in Skirbeck, Lincolnshire, England. He immigrated in 1628 to Salem, Massachusetts and with his brother, Francis, founded Lynn, Massachusetts in 1629. He married Ann, fathered nine children, and died in 1648.
A historical overview of western Nebraska and its pioneer settlers, this volume highlights the men who helped build counties across the Nebraska Panhandle, including Cheyenne, Box Butte, Deuel, Garden, Sioux, Kimball, Morrill, Sheridan, Scotts Bluff, Banner, and Dawes. It also points readers to biographies, history volumes, and a gallery of 143 photographs.
Alexander Bisset Munro was born 25 Dec. 1793 at Inverness, Scotland to Donald and Janet (Bisset) Munro. Alexander left Scotland at the age of 14, and lived in Dimecrana in the West Indies for 18 years. He owned a plantation, raising cotton, coffee and other produce. He brought produce to Boston Massachusetts on the ship of Solomon Dockendorff. To be sure he got his money, Solomon asked his to come home with him, where he met Solomon’s sister, Jane Dockendorff. Alexander went back to the West Indies, sold out, and moved to Round Pond, Maine, and married Jane. They had 14 children: Janet, Alexander, Margaret, Nancy, Jane, Mary, Solomon, Donald, John, William, Bettie, Edmund, Joseph and Lydia.
A detailed list of Montana land patents for members of the Crow Tribe, showing patentee names, dates, document numbers, and accession numbers. The record includes both Native and non-Native patentees, with many entries repeated across dates, and serves as a historical reference for land ownership and federal patent records in early 20th-century Montana.
On February 11, 1837, a treaty was signed in Washington between U.S. Commissioner John T. Douglass and Potawatomie chiefs. The agreement confirmed the cession of land in Indiana previously reserved for the tribe and mandated their relocation to a designated area southwest of the Missouri River within two years. The U.S. promised to provide subsistence and cover treaty expenses. Additionally, $4,000 was allocated for purchasing land near Rock Village for a chief. The treaty would take effect upon ratification by the President and Senate.
On October 27, 1832, a treaty was signed between U.S. commissioners and Potawatomi leaders at Tippecanoe River. The Potawatomi ceded lands in Indiana, Illinois, and Michigan, retaining specified reservations for various bands and individuals. In return, the U.S. committed to annual payments and goods, totaling $15,000 for twelve years and additional provisions for education and individual land grants. The treaty was contingent upon ratification by the President and Senate, marking a significant moment in the shifting landscape of Native American land rights.
Hodgen Cemetery, located just south of Hodgen, Oklahoma, is the town’s active burial ground and the subject of this extensive online cemetery record. Compiled from headstone inscriptions, the listing preserves names, dates, family relationships, and military service details for generations of local residents, with thanks to Paula Doyle-Bicket for the submission.
In an interview with Mary A. Hicks, 80-year-old Midge Burnett shares his memories of plantation life in Georgia. Born the son of slaves, he recounts working on the farm owned by Marse William Joyner, describing a mix of hard work and leisure among nearly 300 slaves. Although under the watchful eye of patterollers, the enslaved found ways to enjoy themselves through games and dances. After the arrival of the Yankees, Burnett recounts the drastic changes that followed liberation. He later moved to South Carolina and then Raleigh, where he currently faces challenges due to health issues.
O.F. Burnett and his young son, Douglass, traveled to La Grande following the death of O.F.’s father, W.F. Burnett. W.F. Burnett, a veteran of the Civil War, passed away, prompting this visit. The news was reported in the Wallowa County Reporter on November 21, 1918.
Ruth Loretta Scott-Burnett, an 88-year-old long-time resident of Hermiston, passed away on August 1, 1995. Born March 16, 1907, in Athena, she was an accomplished educator and community member, involved in various organizations and church activities. Ruth married William Earl Burnett in 1928 and is survived by him, their three children, 10 grandchildren, and six great-grandchildren. She was predeceased by her parents and one daughter. Memorial services took place on August 5 at Faith Presbyterian Church in Hermiston.
Verle Leaman Burnett, aged 70, of Hermiston, passed away on May 30 due to a heart attack. Born on October 2, 1936, in La Grande, he graduated from La Grande High School and had a career in the auto parts industry until his retirement in 1998. Verle was a family man, married twice, and had five children. He enjoyed outdoor activities and social gatherings. A graveside service will be held at Hermiston Cemetery, followed by a family gathering. Memorials may be directed to charity.
