In 1940 and 1941 Mrs. Sterling B. Jordan and Mrs. Frank W. Seth walked the 18 cemeteries in Poundridge, New York compiling the names and dates for all gravestones. Added to some of those gravestone listings were familial relationships if known. In addition, they referenced an even earlier listing of a few of the cemeteries by William Eardley taken in 1901.
Luedders’ historical and pictorial city directory of Angola, Indiana for the year 1923, containing an historical compilation of items of local interest, a complete canvass of names in the city, which includes every member of the family, college students, families on rural lines, directory of officers of county, city, lodges, churches, societies, a directory of streets, and a classified business directory.
The history of the press in Seneca County reflects the broader narrative of American journalism’s evolution, characterized by local newspapers that documented societal changes and opinions. The first publication, the Seneca Patriot, emerged in 1815, followed by various newspapers that reflected political trends from Federalism to Democratic ideals. Notable figures, such as Amelia Bloomer, contributed to the media landscape with publications advocating reform. Though many papers faced struggles with sustainability, they played pivotal roles in shaping public discourse and preserving local history, ultimately illustrating the press’s enduring influence in the county.
This index compiles 1,352 Baldwin County, Georgia marriage records from court documents covering 1806 to 1850. It lists groom, bride, and marriage date entries in chronological order, offering a valuable genealogical resource for tracing family history, local relationships, and early county residents across more than four decades.
Margrett Nickerson, an interviewee aged about 89-90, recounts her early life as a slave on William A. Carr’s plantation in Leon County, Florida. She shares her memories of labor, family, and the oppressive environment, highlighting the harsh realities faced by enslaved individuals, including beatings and limited personal freedom. After the Civil War, she worked for pay and eventually settled in Gadsden County with her family. Now residing in Jacksonville, Nickerson, who has never read or written, continues to piece quilts while reflecting on her past.
Clayborn Gantling, born on January 20, 1848, on Judge Williams’ plantation in Georgia, recounts his childhood during slavery. He describes the harsh conditions, including limited food, hard labor, and the brutality of punishments. Gantling recalls the fear felt by slaves during the Civil War and the gradual improvement of their lives post-emancipation. He reflects on the deep spirituality of his fellow slaves and the injustices they faced, including family separations. At 89, he now resides in Jacksonville, Florida, sharing his story and memories.