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Marriages of Charlotte County Virginia, 1784-1815

This volume, “Marriages of Charlotte County, Virginia, 1784-1815,” compiles the marriage bonds and minister’s returns from Charlotte County during the specified period. The original work was painstakingly copied by Catherine Lindsay Knorr and published in 1951. The book spans 119 pages and includes a wealth of historical data on marriages that took place in this Virginia county. This publication presents several challenges for readers. Some pages are slightly tattered and torn, and the manuscript features irregular pagination. Additionally, there are tight or nonexistent margins, particularly at the bottom of the pages, and one page is typed on different paper than the rest.

Logan County, Kentucky Wills – Book A, with index

The wills in this book come from Book A of the Wills found at the Logan County Court house in Russellville, Kentucky. The information was extracted in 1957 by Mrs. Vick on behalf of the DAR located in Russellville. The text in this book was done with an old manual typewriter and has the usual faint and filled-in type often found with such papers. On top of the difficulty in interpreting the print from the typewriter, the scanning process was also deficient, and led to the creation of a faint digital copy exacerbating the difficult to read text.

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.

Slave Narrative of Samuel Sutton

Samuel Sutton, born in 1854 in Garrett County, Kentucky, recounts his life as an enslaved person under the ownership of Master Ballinger. Sutton describes Ballinger as a fair master who treated his slaves kindly, unlike his stern wife. He recalls witnessing soldiers during the Civil War and shares experiences of hardship and the challenges faced by freedmen post-war. Sutton highlights the excitement of freedom, including voting for Lincoln’s policies. Now residing in Lebanon, Ohio, he farms and cares for his family.

Slave Narrative of Mary Colbert

Mary Colbert, interviewed by Sadie B. Hornsby in Athens, Georgia, shared her life story as a slave. Born to Polly Crawford, she recalls a sheltered childhood under the care of Major William H. Crawford and his family. Despite the harsh realities of slavery, Mary describes her relationship with her owners as generally positive, emphasizing their kindness. She recounts her experiences with family, food, and celebrations, as well as her eventual freedom and pursuit of education. Throughout her narrative, she reflects on the importance of faith and community.

Hannah, Faye Helen Sheehy – Obituary

Faye Helen Sheehy Hannah, 74, passed away on November 12 while serving with the Salvation Army World Services in South Africa. Born on August 16, 1932, in Baker City, she was involved in public health projects globally and served as a social service coordinator for the La Grande Salvation Army Food Bank. She is survived by her sister, companion, children, 15 grandchildren, and nine great-grandchildren. A memorial service will be held at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Union. Memorial contributions are welcomed to a charity of choice or The Salvation Army.

Biography of Hon. Dolphes Brice Hannah

Hon. Dolphes Brice Hannah, born on October 11, 1822, in Illinois, faced early hardships after his father’s death. His mother remarried, and the family relocated several times, ultimately settling in Iowa. After embarking on an Oregon migration in 1845, he engaged in various occupations, including sheriff of Sacramento County during the Gold Rush. He later served in the Yakima War and was involved in Oregon politics, becoming a U.S. marshal upon Oregon’s statehood. A prominent Tacoma citizen, he contributed to local governance and real estate until his later years.