John Hildebrand of Bartlesville, Oklahoma was admitted to the Guion Miller Roll because he and his parents, David and Elizabeth Hildebrand, were already listed on the 1851 Drennen Roll in Tahlequah. The record traces his Cherokee ancestry through the Hildebrand family, explains the importance of the earlier roll, and includes details on his family history and application.
Soon after World War 1 localities across the country wished to honor the men and women who had served the Nation from their locality. St. Charles County, Missouri, is one of these counties. This manuscript isn’t limited to just the men who fought overseas, it also includes the women who had participated via Red Cross and the men who had actively served in the various campaigns backing the War here at home.
Guy Hafer, 71, of Cove, Oregon, passed away unexpectedly on October 27. He was born on July 31, 1936, in Colorado and graduated from Weippe High School in Idaho. A dedicated educator, he taught business and journalism at La Grande High School until his retirement in 1993. Hafer was actively involved in various community and educational organizations, enjoying gardening, gold mining, and spending time with family. He is survived by his wife, children, grandchildren, and siblings. Memorial services will be held on November 3.
