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Swift Family of New Bedford, MA

The Swift family has been influential in New Bedford for over a century, rooted in a legacy that began with William Swift in 1634. This branch, originating from Cape Cod, excels in various enterprises, particularly in shipbuilding and trade. Humphrey Hathaway Swift, a prominent merchant, dedicated nearly sixty years to Brazilian trade, initiating significant reforms, including the first horse car line and advocating for the emancipation of slaves. His extensive contributions earned him the knighthood from Emperor Dom Pedro II, highlighting the family’s lasting impact on both local and international arenas.

Seneca County New York Biographies

In the 1980’s a series of newsletters were published four times a year by Seneca County NY featuring historical information concerning Seneca county and her past residents. The current historian for Seneca County placed these online using PDF files. One of the main features of each edition were biographical sketches of early settlers of Seneca County. This is a list of those biographical sketches linked to the pdf copy of the newsletter.

Native Burials in Mendocino County, California

A compiled list of known burials in Mendocino County, California, documents Native American families and descendants interred in local cemeteries, including Hopland, Yokayo, Pinoleville, Laytonville, Redwood Valley, Sherwood, and others. Entries note names, dates, sources such as tombstones, obituaries, and mortuary records, plus family relationships, military service, and research-based details.