Kellog, John R. Major – Obituary

Another Pioneer Gone Major John R. Kellog One by one the early pioneers of Union county are passing from the scene of action and leaving their inheritance to the descendants. The latest to answer to roll call was Major John R. Kellog, one of the first settlers of the county. He passed away at 4:30 p.m. Monday at the family residence three miles north of La Grande, where he settled in 1862. Deceased was born in Oswego county, New York, July 20, 1830, and was therefore a little over 74 years old at the time of his death. Mr. Kellogg … Read more

Celeste M. Todd Premo Kellog

PREMO KELLOGG, Celeste M. Todd8, (Charles7, Charles6, Dan5, Charles4, Gideon3, Michael2, Christopher1) born Oct. 9, 1859, she was twice married, first, Austin D. Premo, second, Imla Kellogg. Children by Austin D. Premo: I. Pearl Almeda, b. Feb. 21, 1890, m. June 28, 1911, and went to live in Chicago, Ill. II. Arlie Devill, b. Nov. 6, 1892. Child by Imla Kellogg. III. Fern Celeste, b. Sept. 30, 1896.

History of Long Beach, California

Long Beach Community Book

The “Long Beach Community Book,” authored by Walter H. Case and published in 1948 by A.H. Cawston, is an extensive exploration of the history and development of Long Beach, California. The book is divided into two main sections: a historical narrative and biographical sketches. The first part of the book offers a detailed account of Long Beach’s evolution from its early beginnings to a thriving city. It covers various aspects of the city’s growth, including its geographical advantages, municipal governance, public facilities, educational institutions, and notable events such as epochal oil discoveries and the impact of wartime activities. The narrative also addresses challenges faced by the city, such as land subsidence and the major issue of tideland rights. The second part of the book comprises biographical sketches of significant Long Beach citizens, both past and present, highlighting their contributions to the community.