Genealogy of the descendants of John Walker of Wigton, Scotland, with records of a few allied families : also war records and some fragmentary notes pertaining to the history of Virginia, 1600-1902
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.
From 1890-1903, the Dedham Historical Society in Dedham Massachusetts printed a quarterly pamphlet for it’s historical society called the “Dedham Historical Register.” In this pamphlet a variety of genealogical data was published on families of Dedham and the villages emanating from the early residents of Dedham, such as Dorchester, Franklin, Medfield, Medway, Needham, and Sharon, etc.
History of Kossuth, Hancock, and Winnebago Counties, Iowa together with sketches of their cities, villages and townships, educational, civil, military and political history; portraits of prominent persons, and 638 biographies of representative citizens. Also included is a history of Iowa embracing accounts of the pre-historic races, and a brief review of its civil and military history.
Hon. Joseph A. Kuhn, born in Pennsylvania in 1841, has had a significant impact in Washington. After briefly attending Calvert College, he moved west, working as a freighter and serving in the army during the Civil War. Settling in Port Townsend, he transitioned to law, being admitted to the bar in 1870. His political career began with election to the Washington legislature in 1872, and he served in various roles, including probate judge and commissioner of immigration. A prominent Democrat, he was active in party conventions and had notable Masonic affiliations.
Elias Kuhn, born on April 14, 1829, in Cambria County, Pennsylvania, was a significant figure in the development of Union County, Oregon, after settling there in 1862. He initially moved from Pennsylvania to Ohio and then Iowa, where he learned agriculture. Motivated by the lure of gold, he ultimately established a successful 400-acre farm in the Grande Ronde Valley. His life featured two marriages, first to Esther Cassidy and later to Sarah McElderry, resulting in several children. Kuhn also contributed to his community through various local offices.
Valska Electa Kuhn, born on November 15, 1913, in Lostine, passed away on September 6, 1982, at the Odd Fellows Home in Walla Walla, Washington. A dedicated nurse, she was the daughter of Willard W. and Violet Y. Kuhn. She is survived by her sisters, Mrs. Irvin Parent of Central Point and Mrs. Irving Boswell of Lostine. Her final resting place is West Side Cemetery in Lostine. This obituary was contributed by Sue Wells.
David W. Kuhn, born on April 7, 1867, near Summerville, is a notable figure in Wallowa County, contributing significantly to its development. He settled in the area in 1895, acquiring a well-improved 320-acre farm. An industrious farmer focused on cattle raising, Kuhn is respected for his integrity and commitment to the community. He married Lida M. Ralls in 1898, and they have two children. Lida, an accomplished educator, has also positively impacted the region’s educational landscape.