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St. Charles County’s Participation in the World War

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.

Biographical Sketch of George N. Noah

George N. Noah was born on October 25, 1826, in Portage County, Ohio, to parents from Pennsylvania and New York. The family moved to Daviess County in 1836, where Noah grew up on a farm. He joined the home guards in 1861 to serve during the Civil War and remained in Daviess County thereafter. On January 16, 1848, he married Marilla Bacon, with whom he had six children: Harriet, George M., Levina J., John W., Lucy M., and Phoebe M.

Biographical Sketch of Captain Noah

Captain Noah was a respected figure known for his physical strength, honesty, and strong moral values, which he instilled in his children. Initially a farmer, he shifted to shoe and harness making after losing a leg in an accident at thirty. By January 1885, seven family members were alive, including his son Silas, who married the educated Josephine M. Kingsly. She passed away leaving one child, Ashley A. Hardy, who became a prominent figure in New England’s entertainment scene.

Biographical Sketch of Lucien B. Noah

Lucien B. Noah was born on August 23, 1829, in Ohio and moved to Daviess County, Missouri, with his family at the age of sixteen. After completing his education, he worked as a cabinet maker and carpenter before transitioning to farming in 1861. He later expanded into milling operations in 1866. Noah owns a 280-acre farm in Liberty Township. He married Cassandre Gisebert in 1858, and they had eleven children, with ten living today.

Surnames Bacon to Buzzard

This document contains genealogical statements regarding various individuals and families of Creek, Choctaw, Chickasaw, and Mississippi Choctaw descent who sought recognition and enrollment in tribal rolls. The records, primarily from 1909 reports, detail claimants’ ancestry, enrollment issues, and tribal affiliations. Many individuals were denied enrollment due to factional disputes, legal technicalities, or failure to apply within deadlines. The document includes references to official reports and affidavits, offering insights into the complexities of Native American citizenship and land rights during the early 20th century.