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Biographical and Historical Memoirs of Story County, Iowa

This manuscript offers a broad survey of Iowa’s development and the individuals who shaped it. It opens with a concise history of the state, followed by a series of biographical sketches highlighting notable Iowans whose careers influenced law, politics, commerce, and community life. A substantial section is devoted to Story County, providing a descriptive account of its formation, settlement patterns, and early growth. This county history is supplemented by an extensive collection of personal profiles documenting the lives of its leading residents.

Over the Misty Blue Hills: The Story of Cocke County, Tennessee

“Over the Misty Blue Hills: The Story of Cocke County, Tennessee,” written by Ruth Webb O’Dell and published in 1951, provides a historical account of Cocke County. The book covers various aspects of Cocke County’s history, including its political, social, religious, and industrial developments. The contents are divided into several detailed sections: the political history of Cocke County, the significance of local names, the natural resources and setting, early settlers, religious history, industrial development, and notable figures from the county. Additionally, it delves into specific family histories, offering insights into the lives of many influential families such as the Allens, Burnetts, Huff, McMahan, and many others.

A Genealogy of the Lake Family

Ancestor Register of Esther Steelman Adams

A genealogy of the Lake family of Great Egg Harbour in Old Gloucester County in New Jersey : descended from John Lade of Gravesend, Long Island; with notes on the Gravesend and Staten Island branches of the family. This volume of nearly 400 pages includes a coat-of-arms in colors, two charts, and nearly fifty full page illustrations – portraits, old homes, samplers, etc. The coat-of-arms shown in the frontspiece is an unusually good example of the heraldic art!

Descendants of John Paull of Taunton, MA

John Paull was a prominent businessman in Taunton, leading the successful hay and grain firm, John Paull Co. for over fifty years. He was part of a well-established family, with roots tracing back to William Paull, a Scottish weaver who settled in Taunton in the 17th century. John’s lineage includes notable figures like his son, who participated in the Revolutionary War. After his death in 1908, his wife, Abbie, continued to manage the business and contributed to the community through music and charitable work.

Descendants of Alexander Bisset Munro of Bristol, Maine

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.

1899 Directory for Middleboro and Lakeville Massachusetts

1899 Middleboro and Lakeville Massachusetts Directory Cover

The 1899 Directory for Middleboro and Lakeville, Massachusetts, compiled by A. E. Foss & Co., provides a comprehensive list of residents and businesses, alongside town officers, schools, churches, and societies. It includes notable historical events and offers a detailed account of the local community, featuring numerous surnames from both towns. This directory serves as an essential resource for understanding the demographics and social structure of Middleboro and Lakeville during that period.

Seneca County New York Biographies

In the 1980’s a series of newsletters were published four times a year by Seneca County NY featuring historical information concerning Seneca county and her past residents. The current historian for Seneca County placed these online using PDF files. One of the main features of each edition were biographical sketches of early settlers of Seneca County. This is a list of those biographical sketches linked to the pdf copy of the newsletter.

O’Neil, Annie Beddes – Obituary

Annie Beddes O’Neil, 91, passed away on March 13 from age-related causes in Junction City, previously living in La Grande. Born on July 25, 1916, in Elgin, she married Glade Hards O’Neil in 1934. A homemaker, Annie also worked in sales and various local industries. She is survived by her sons, daughter, 14 grandchildren, and 53 great-grandchildren. Predeceased by her husband and son Eldon, services will be held on Monday at Lane Memorial Gardens.

O’Neil, Annie Beddes – Obituary

Annie Beddes O’Neil, aged 91, passed away on March 13 due to age-related causes. Born on July 25, 1916, in Elgin, she married Glade Hards O’Neil in 1934. A homemaker, she also worked in sales and the wood product industry. A graveside service is scheduled for 1 p.m. Monday at Lane Memorial Gardens. She is survived by her sons Dr. David, Phillip, and Michael, daughter Judy, along with 14 grandchildren and 53 great-grandchildren. Preceding her in death were her husband and several family members.

Biography of Edward Thomas O’Neil

Edward Thomas O’Neil, born May 2, 1887, in Williamsburg, Massachusetts, is a respected farmer managing the family homestead, known for its dairy and orchards. Continuing a lineage rooted in Irish heritage, he follows in the footsteps of his grandfather, Michael O’Neil, who immigrated from Kilkenny, Ireland, in the 1840s. Michael and his son John, Edward’s father, were influential figures in the community, contributing to local affairs and expanding their farm. Edward remains dedicated to modern farming practices and enjoys a strong reputation in his community.