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Samuel Lane’s Journal, 1739-1803

Jabez Lane House

Samuel Lane’s journal, covering 1739 to 1803, chronicles the life of a New Hampshire resident who experienced the colonial, Revolutionary, and early national periods. Lane transitioned from farming to various professions, including tanner and shoemaker, while actively participating in community roles. His meticulously kept journal captures local and national events, personal reflections, and societal changes. Edited by Charles Lane Hansen in 1937, it serves as a crucial primary source, offering insights into the daily life, hardships, and resilience of 18th-century New England.

Vital records of Stratham, New Hampshire, 1700-1867

Plan of the Town of Stratham

In 1934, Priscilla Hammond compiled vital records from Stratham, New Hampshire, covering the years 1700 to 1867, based on original town records. This compilation, transcribed with imperfect typing, was privately published and distributed to libraries and societies. The records are presented largely as found, with family members often grouped together. An index is included to assist in locating individual records. Users should be cautious with dates, especially those before 1752, as it is unclear if old dates were converted.

History of Erie County New York

View of Buffalo Harbor, 1826

“History of the City of Buffalo and Erie County” by Henry Perry Smith, published in 1884, offers an extensive and detailed account of the development of Buffalo and Erie County. This two-volume work, enriched with illustrations and biographical sketches, serves as a comprehensive resource for understanding the historical progression of the region from its earliest days through the 19th century. Volume I focuses on the history of Erie County, New York, and its townships, excluding Buffalo. For the detailed history of Buffalo, readers should refer to Volume II.

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.

Kansas Registrations of Enemy Aliens, 1917 – 1921

Enemy Alien Registration Affidavit for Bernhardt Vick - Cropped Photo

The series contains original affidavits of registration that record personal information about each registrant, their photograph affixed to the majority of documents, and the registrants fingerprints. All of these are specific to Kansas, and most have the actual documents attached.

Portrait and Biographical Record of Seneca and Schuyler Counties, NY

Portrait and Biographical Record of Seneca and Schuyler Counties New York

An online index to the Portrait and Biographical Record of Seneca and Schuyler Counties, New York, this volume preserves portraits and biographical sketches of prominent local citizens, including many overlooked by public records. Compiled with care for accuracy, it offers valuable material for genealogists and historians, along with biographies of all U.S. presidents.

Biographical Sketch of James L. Hoag

James L. Hoag was born on May 24, 1805, in Lincoln, Vermont, to Nathan and Esther Hoag. He married Eunice Hanson in 1839, with whom he had five children. William, one of their sons, was born on September 27, 1842, and later married Clara Colby. Hoag served as a selectman and lister in his town, and held various commissions in the militia. He passed away in 1878, leaving behind a legacy of community service.

Biographical Sketch of Enos P. Hoag

Enos P. Hoag, born on January 18, 1816, in Lincoln, Vermont, was a prominent local figure and dedicated public servant. He married Nancy F. Keyes in 1838 and had several children, including Alonzo, who predeceased him. Hoag served in the State Legislature, held the role of justice of the peace for about thirty years, and fulfilled multiple civic duties, including town treasurer and postmaster. He was the son of Nathan Hoag, an early settler of Lincoln who passed away in 1828.

Biographical Sketch of E. R. Hoag

E. R. Hoag, born December 26, 1844, in Peoria County, Illinois, was a farmer and stock-dealer in Jewell County, Kansas. He settled there in 1871, acquiring 320 acres and managing a herd of 200 cattle. Hoag served in the U.S. Army from July 1861 to October 1864 with the Illinois Second Light Artillery. He married Catherine Anderson on April 22, 1869, in Tazewell County, Illinois, and they had four children: Winter, Emita, Mary, and Clay B.

Biography of Isaac Newton Hoag

Isaac Newton Hoag, born in 1822 in New York, became a significant figure in California’s development after moving to the state during the Gold Rush. He initially mined gold but transitioned to business, establishing a successful ferry service and later importing agricultural machinery. A political active member, he served in the California Legislature and held various agricultural positions, shaping state agricultural policies. In Redlands, he worked on irrigation and land development, promoting agriculture while improving local infrastructure. Throughout his life, Hoag remained dedicated to community welfare and health.

Biographical Sketch of George Hough

George Hough, born February 5, 1815, in Lewis County, New York, was a noteworthy figure in Garden Grove, Orange County. He was the son of Burage and Mary Hough and moved with his family to Illinois in 1837. After marrying Hester A. Tiffany in New York, he became a prosperous farmer in Illinois before relocating to California in 1881. Following Hester’s death in 1878, he married Harriet Walker in 1887. A devout Christian, Hough spent his later years peacefully in Garden Grove, surrounded by family.