Genealogies of the Town of Goffstown New Hampshire

Orrin Moore and family of Goffstown, New Hampshire

The genealogical record of Goffstown, New Hampshire, was a substantial undertaking, hampered by the extinction of early families and the widespread scattering of descendants. Efforts to gather vital statistics necessitated considerable travel and correspondence, often revealing discrepancies in recorded dates across various sources. Despite challenges, contributions from former works and assistance from individuals proved invaluable in compiling this record. The comprehensive index reflects the depth of research involved in documenting the town’s heritage.

1910 Ottawa Census

1910 Ottawa Census - Page 1

Pages of the 1910 Ottawa Census. Contains table showing the previous roll number, current roll number, Indian name if given, English name if given, Relationship, Age, and Sex. Also contains the original images of the census.

Marriage records of Liberty County Georgia, 1785-1895

Marriage records of Liberty County, Georgia, 1785-1895

These marriage records were abstracted from unbound marriage bonds and licenses in the Liberty County Courthouse, Hinesville, Georgia. The names were copied as they were spelled on the bonds, often barely legible and often spelled differently on the same bond. Sometimes the marriages were performed before the licenses were issued. The first date given in the abstracts is the date of the license or bond; the second is the date of marriage. The following abbreviations are used in these abstracts with the meaning indicated:

The genealogy and history of the Ingalls family in America

The genealogy and history of the Ingalls family in America

Edmund Ingalls, son of Robert, was born about 1598 in Skirbeck, Lincolnshire, England. He immigrated in 1628 to Salem, Massachusetts and with his brother, Francis, founded Lynn, Massachusetts in 1629. He married Ann, fathered nine children, and died in 1648.

1st Mississippi Light Artillery

The 1st Mississippi Light Artillery, also known as Withers’ Light Artillery, comprised several companies raised across Mississippi, participating in key battles during the Civil War. Initially assembled in May 1862, the regiment played a crucial role in the defense of Vicksburg against Union forces, with notable contributions at Chickasaw Bayou and the Vicksburg campaign. Throughout its service, the artillery faced significant casualties and challenges, ultimately surrendering at Vicksburg in July 1863. Afterward, surviving members regrouped as infantry before continuing their service in various capacities.

Descendants of Alexander Bisset Munro of Bristol, Maine

Munro Family

Alexander Bisset Munro was born 25 Dec. 1793 at Inverness, Scotland to Donald and Janet (Bisset) Munro. Alexander left Scotland at the age of 14, and lived in Dimecrana in the West Indies for 18 years. He owned a plantation, raising cotton, coffee and other produce. He brought produce to Boston Massachusetts on the ship of Solomon Dockendorff. To be sure he got his money, Solomon asked his to come home with him, where he met Solomon’s sister, Jane Dockendorff. Alexander went back to the West Indies, sold out, and moved to Round Pond, Maine, and married Jane. They had 14 children: Janet, Alexander, Margaret, Nancy, Jane, Mary, Solomon, Donald, John, William, Bettie, Edmund, Joseph and Lydia.

Muster Roll of Captain James Clark’s Company

Title page to the Aroostook War

Muster Roll of Captain James Clark’s Company of Light Infantry in the Detachment of drafted Militia of Maine, called into actual service “by the State, for the protection of its Northeastern Frontier, from the twentieth day of February, 1839, the time of its rendezvous at Bangor, Maine, to the eleventh day of May, 1839, when discharged or mustered.

Handbook of Historical Data Concerning Leicester, Massachusetts

The John King House

This post contains a brief outline of the history of the town of Leicester, Massachusetts. However, at the bottom of the page, it provides extensive additional free material on historical and genealogical research within Leicester Massachusetts. If you have ancestors in Leicester, do not miss this!

Atkinson Family Genealogy of Saco Valley

The Atkinson family, originally from Bury, England, emigrated to New England in 1634. Theodore Atkinson, the first of the line, settled in Boston and established a prosperous estate. His descendants include notable figures such as Hon. Theodore Atkinson of Portsmouth and various family members who became prominent in trade, religion, and community affairs across New England. The lineage continued through several generations, resulting in multiple branches in Buxton and Eaton, N.H., with individuals engaged in diverse occupations and contributing to local history.

Baldwin County Georgia Marriages 1806-1850

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.

Biographical Sketch of William Myrick

William, Barnabas, and Zenas Myrick were influential early businessmen in their town. William held various positions, including town clerk and judge, and served multiple terms in the State Legislature. Barnabas, a selectman, tragically died in 1823 from a falling tree. His son, B. J. Myrick, continued the family legacy. Zenas, a carpenter, also took on public responsibilities, representing the town in 1828 and 1829. William M. and Charles H. Grandoy are noted as grandsons of Judge William Myrick.

Biographical Sketch of Zenas Myrick

William, Barnabas, and Zenas Myrick were notable early business figures in the community. William held multiple positions, including town clerk and judge, and served in the State Legislature. Barnabas, a selectman, tragically died in 1823 from a tree accident. Zenas, a carpenter, represented the town in the legislature in 1828 and 1829. Their legacy continued through descendants, including B. J. Myrick, Barnabas’s son, and grandsons William M. and Charles H. Grandoy.

Biographical Sketch of Barnabas Myrick

William, Barnabas, and Zenas Myrick were influential early businessmen in their town. William held various roles, including town clerk and judge, and represented the town in the State Legislature. Barnabas, who served as selectman, tragically died in 1823 from a falling tree. His son, B. J. Myrick, continued the family’s legacy. Zenas, a carpenter, also served as a town representative in 1828 and 1829. William’s grandsons, William M. and Charles H. Grandoy, are part of this notable lineage.