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Logan County, Kentucky Wills – Book A, with index

The wills in this book come from Book A of the Wills found at the Logan County Court house in Russellville, Kentucky. The information was extracted in 1957 by Mrs. Vick on behalf of the DAR located in Russellville. The text in this book was done with an old manual typewriter and has the usual faint and filled-in type often found with such papers. On top of the difficulty in interpreting the print from the typewriter, the scanning process was also deficient, and led to the creation of a faint digital copy exacerbating the difficult to read text.

Brown Genealogy

In 1895, Cyrus Henry Brown began collecting family records of the Brown family, initially with the intention of only going back to his great-grandfathers. As others became interested in the project, they decided to trace the family lineage back to Thomas Brown and his wife Mary Newhall, both born in the early 1600s in Lynn, Massachusetts. Thomas, John, and Eleazer, three of their sons, later moved to Stonington, Connecticut around 1688. When North Stonington was established in 1807, the three brothers were living in the southern part of the town. Wheeler’s “History of Stonington” contains 400 records of early descendants of the Brown family, taken from the town records of Stonington. However, many others remain unidentified, as they are not recorded in the Stonington town records. For around a century, the descendants of the three brothers lived in Stonington before eventually migrating to other towns in Connecticut and New York State, which was then mostly undeveloped. He would eventually write this second volume of his Brown Genealogy adding to and correcting the previous edition. This book is free to search, read, and/or download.

St. Charles County’s Participation in the World War

Soon after World War 1 localities across the country wished to honor the men and women who had served the Nation from their locality. St. Charles County, Missouri, is one of these counties. This manuscript isn’t limited to just the men who fought overseas, it also includes the women who had participated via Red Cross and the men who had actively served in the various campaigns backing the War here at home.

The Mason Family 1590-1949

The manuscript chronicles the lineage of the Mason family, beginning with Robert Mason, who emigrated from England around 1590 and settled in Roxbury, Massachusetts, in 1630. Following his wife’s death, he moved to Dedham, becoming an original landholder. The narrative progresses through the generations, focusing on Lemuel Saunders Mason, a mill owner from Belchertown, and his son, Lyman Gates Mason I. The work details family history until the 1960s, highlighting significant ancestors and their contributions.

History of Bentleysville, Pennsylvania

This book is a collection of stories, letters, and historical records detailing the brief history of Bentleysville, a rural community in southwestern Pennsylvania. Established around a mill operated by Sheshbazzar Bentley Sr. and Jr. on Pigeon Creek in 1816, the town grew to a population of 300 by 1868. The author traces the origins of Bentleysville back to the 1770s to document the earliest settlers, while also providing context through significant national events like the Whiskey Rebellion and the Civil War. Although Bentleysville’s history as a village ended before 1900, this work preserves its legacy for future generations.

Slave Narrative of Nancy Rogers Bean

Nancy Rogers Bean, born in Boggy Depot, Oklahoma, reflects on her early life as a slave before the Civil War, recalling her large family and the one-room log cabin they lived in. She was often loaned to various families, with fond memories of her last mistress, Mrs. O’Neal, who treated her kindly. While she never witnessed battles, she heard the soldiers at Fort Gibson. After slavery ended, Nancy married Joe Bean, but their children did not survive, and they eventually separated. She expresses relief that slavery is over, allowing her to live in peace.

Biography of Richard W. McCracken, M. D.

Dr. Richard W. McCracken, born on February 4, 1872, in Daviess County, Indiana, is a prominent physician in Union Grove, Wisconsin. After graduating from the Kentucky School of Medicine in 1893, he practiced in Montgomery and Lyons before settling in Union Grove in 1896. A dedicated physician, he has maintained an active role in multiple medical societies. Married in 1903 to Anne B. Wetmore, they have two sons. Dr. McCracken is also politically active and involved in community organizations.

Biography of Capt. Joseph Thompson McCracken

Capt. Joseph Thompson McCracken, born November 29, 1830, in Murfreesboro, Tennessee, became a prominent farmer and stock dealer in Marion County, Arkansas. He served in the Civil War, notably as captain in Company F, under Gen. Jo Shelby. After the war, he returned home to improve his family’s dire situation. McCracken cultivated a prosperous farming career, owning extensive land and raising livestock. A member of the Democratic Party and the Christian Church, he remains active in his community, despite his advanced age.

Biography of Samuel G. McCracken

Samuel G. McCracken, a prominent grain dealer and grocery merchant in Ozark, Missouri, is noted for his business integrity and community contributions. Born in Hickory County in 1851 and of Scotch-Irish descent, he was involved in various enterprises, including grain, milling, and real estate. Educated at Drury College, he began his career as a shipping clerk before co-founding a business with J. M. Doling. With a notable reputation, McCracken also engages in public affairs and serves as secretary of the Schmook Milling Company. He and his wife have raised two orphaned boys.

Cherokee Advocate, November 1886

A historic roundup from the Cherokee Advocate’s November 3, 1886 issue, featuring local news, council updates, hotel guest lists, and community notes from Tahlequah Indian Territory. The issue includes Chief Bushyhead’s message, a Supreme Judge election reminder, reports on notable visitors, farm produce, and the arrest of Aaron B. Ingram.

McCracken, Ray – Obituary

Biography of Jackson McCracken

Jackson McCracken, born in South Carolina in 1828, was a notable figure in Arizona’s early history, serving in the First Legislative Assembly in 1861 as a representative from Yavapai County. A dedicated prospector, he discovered important mines and played a significant role in the region’s development. After marrying Josephine Clifford in 1882, they created a thriving ranch in California that became a cultural hub. Tragically, a forest fire devastated their home in 1899. McCracken passed away on December 14, 1904, and was buried at his cherished ranch.