“A Town Between Two Rivers” by Charles A. Knouse presents an informal history of the city’s founding, development, and significant events. This book, published as part of the Osage Valley Centennial in 1954, provides a comprehensive narrative based on documented history and personal accounts from residents. The narrative focuses solely on factual events, avoiding conclusions or opinions.
Published in Knoxville, Tennessee in 1956 and distributed by the Genealogical Publishing Company of Baltimore, Maryland, Sevier County, Tennessee: Population Schedule of the United States Census of 1830 (Fifth Census) provides a transcription of the often difficult to read, 1830 Sevier County Tennessee census. Authored by Blanche C. McMahon and Pollyanna Creekmore, this meticulous reproduction of the original census record sheds light on the people of Sevier County in 1830.
“Spokane Story: A Colorful Early History of the Capital City of the Inland Empire” by Lucile Foster Fargo offers readers an evocative journey through the formative years of Spokane, Washington. Published in 1957 by Northwestern Press in Minneapolis, this work seeks to straddle the realms of history and storytelling, presenting a narrative that is neither entirely factual history nor pure fiction. Fargo accepts the challenging task of depicting Spokane’s cultural and developmental evolution from its fur trade beginnings to its emergence as a municipal entity in the early twentieth century.
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 *History of Old Chester from 1719 to 1869* by Benjamin Chase, published in 1869, offers a detailed account of the early settlement and development of Chester, New Hampshire. Compiled with the assistance of local historian Judge Samuel D. Bell, the book explores the town’s founding, genealogies, and significant events, using primary sources such as deeds, probate records, and personal diaries. Chase aimed to preserve the history and traditions of Chester’s early settlers while providing a comprehensive record for future generations. The work covers a broad range of topics, including religious, military, industrial, and genealogical history.
John McCullough, born in New Bedford in 1858 to Irish immigrants, played a significant role in the city’s growth. His grandfather, Patrick McCullough, and father, also John, laid the family’s roots in New Bedford after emigrating from County Tyrone, Ireland. John established a successful junk business and became a key figure in the whaling industry. Active in local politics, he served as alderman and helped form St. Lawrence parish. His legacy continued through his son, who expanded the family business, embodying the McCullough commitment to community and enterprise.
The Fall River branch of the Lincoln family traces its roots to 17th-century Hingham, Massachusetts, originating from families in Norfolk, England. Notably, Thomas Lincoln, the miller, moved to Taunton, where his descendants, including Caleb Lincoln, contributed to the area’s manufacturing growth. Jonathan Thayer Lincoln, a prominent figure in Fall River’s industrial scene, led Kilburn, Lincoln & Co., which excelled in machinery production. His sons continued this legacy, shaping the local economy and civic life through various business and community engagements, demonstrating the family’s enduring influence in the region.
The Lincoln County New Mexico online archives contains pdf’s of all remaining copies of the El Farol Newspaper of Capitan NM, but doesn’t have an index to the newspaper. C. W. Barnum, an active member of AHGP, and state coordinator for the New Mexico AHGP recently invested his time and energy into providing an every person index to the various extant issues. He has shared this wonderful index with AccessGenealogy in hopes that it will reach a wider audience. Enjoy!
Tracing ancestors in Lowell, Massachusetts online and for free has been greatly enhanced by the University of Massachusetts in Lowell which provided digitized version of a large quantity of the Lowell public records. Combined with the cemetery and census records available freely online, you should be able to easily trace your ancestors from the founding of Lowell in 1826 through 1940, the last year of available census records. To add color to the otherwise basic facts of your ancestors existence we provide free access to a wide range of manuscripts on the history of Lowell, it’s manufactures and residents.
Hampton History: an account of the Pennsylvania Hamptons in America in the line of John Hampton, Jr., of Wrightstown; with an appendix treating of some other branches.
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.
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.
Robert McKinley, born in 1849 in Stanley County, North Carolina, was a slave of Arnold Parker. Despite the cruelty of his master, McKinley was protected by Parker’s daughter, Jane Alice, who taught him to read and write. He witnessed numerous atrocities, including the beating of his mother. After the Civil War, the family adopted the McKinley name. McKinley now lives in Indianapolis as an herb doctor, reflecting on a simpler past and expressing concern for the rapid pace of modern life.
George McKinley, born December 8, 1861, in Fairfield County, Ohio, is a distinguished veteran of the Santa Fe Railway, starting his career in 1885. He served as the station agent at Humboldt for over twenty-five years, playing a crucial role in enhancing the railway’s reputation in Kansas. A successful businessman, he owns valuable oil and gas properties. McKinley has a rich family background with Irish roots and has been politically active as a Republican and a member of the Presbyterian Church. He has been married twice and has three children.
George R. McKinley, born on February 24, 1869, in Lawrence, Kansas, has made significant contributions to Bartlesville’s progress and his own success. After working as a telegraph operator, he advanced in the banking sector, eventually becoming the cashier of the Bartlesville State Bank. Involved in the oil industry since 1916, McKinley has fostered strong relationships with his employees. He is an active Republican, a member of various fraternal organizations, and believes in public service and community welfare without seeking office. He is married with two sons.
The compiled military service records of 1,235 Rough Riders, including Theodore Roosevelt, have been digitized. Each record features individual jackets detailing the soldier’s name, organization, rank, and medical records. The records also contain personal information and documentation descriptions. Discharges occurred for various reasons, such as age, ability, discipline issues, or hardship. This initiative provides significant insights into the personnel of the 1st U.S. Volunteer Cavalry during the Spanish-American War.