History of Francestown, New Hampshire is a historic and genealogical record of the town from its first settlement in 1758 through the beginning of 1891. It records Francestown’s settlement, civic growth, religious and educational institutions, military participation, industries, and social customs, followed by an extensive genealogical register of families associated with the town.
Alphabetical indexes to the vital records of Medway, Massachusetts, up to the year 1850, supplemented by information from church registers, cemetery inscriptions and other private sources to include Rev. Dr. Jacob Ide’s account of Marriages and Deaths, 1814-1849.
In 1864, Rev. Elliott Colby Cogswell compiled a comprehensive history of New Boston, New Hampshire, in honor of the town’s Centennial. This undertaking, prompted by a community vote during the July 4, 1863, celebrations, aimed to preserve the town’s rich history, including its civil, ecclesiastical, and educational development, as well as biographical accounts of early settlers. Funded by local subscriptions, the volume documented the events of the Centennial and served as an important record of the town’s first hundred years.
Carbondale, Illinois, spans about 6,000 acres, primarily in the southwest quarter of Carbondale Township, established following congressional guidelines. Early settlers settled near Little Crab Orchard and Piles Fork creeks. The city’s growth is intertwined with the contributions of its founders, highlighted through 330 biographical sketches in the book, which offer details into their lives during challenging times. Carbondale’s history reflects the influence of individual leadership on municipal progress, celebrated here in the context of the nation’s bicentennial.
This survey of Wintergreen Cemetery, Port Gibson, Mississippi, was completed in 1956 by Mr. Gordon M. Wells and published by Joyce Bridges the same year. It contains the cemetery readings Mr. Wells was able to obtain at that date. It is highly likely that not all of the gravestones had survived up to that point, and it is even more likely that a large portion of interred individuals never had a gravestone.
This small booklet contains all the known men and women who participated in World War 1 and claimed their home of record as Stephenson County, Illinois. By participation, this record does not limit this to soldiers, but also contains the records of those men and women who served the Red Cross, Y.M.C.A., and other non-fighting positions. This book is free to read or download.
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.
Free: Genealogy of the Lewis family in America, from the middle of the seventeenth century down to the present time. Download the full manuscript. About the middle of the seventeenth century four brothers of the Lewis family left Wales, viz.: Samuel, went to Portugal; nothing more is known of him; William, married a Miss McClelland, and died in Ireland, leaving only one son, Andrew; General Robert, died in Gloucester county, Va. ; and John, died in Hanover county, Va. It is Andrews descendants who are featured in the manuscript.
Addie Malinda Cobb was born on September 9, 1870, and educated at Cherokee National schools before marrying Terry A. Parkinson in 1891. They had several children, including Rachel May, Ruth, and Joseph Terry. Terry engaged in farming and held political office, including County Clerk and a seat in the state Legislature. Addie was active in community service, being a member of the Eastern Star and President of the Arts and Crafts Club. Addie’s lineage traces back to Evaline Clingan and Joseph Benson Cobb.
Samuel C. Parkinson, born on February 23, 1853, in St. Louis, Missouri, is a prominent figure in the history and development of southeastern Idaho. Moving to Franklin at a young age, he engaged in various trades including carpentry, freighting, and farming, ultimately establishing a successful sheep and livestock business. A dedicated member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Parkinson has also served in various capacities within the church. Married to Mary Ann Hobbs, he has eleven children and is known for his industry, honesty, and civic involvement.
George C. Parkinson, born July 18, 1857, in Keysville, Utah, served as president of the Oneida stake of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Idaho. A graduate of Brigham Young College, he began his career as a teacher before embarking on missions to the southern U.S. and England. After returning to Franklin, he became involved in various business ventures, including the Oneida Mercantile Union. Active in politics, he was elected to the state senate and contributed to local education. Parkinson was married to Lucy M. Doney and had seven children.
Samuel R. Parkinson, born in England in 1831, played a crucial role in the establishment and development of Franklin, Idaho. An early pioneer, he crossed the plains to Utah in 1854, contributing to the construction of the temple and founding local enterprises, including the first sawmill and a cooperative store. A prominent member of the Latter-day Saints, Parkinson faced legal challenges due to his polygamous marriages but remained steadfast in his beliefs. He was a respected community leader, raising a large family and fostering their education and moral values.
Terry A. Parkinson, born in 1866 in Coffey County, Kansas, became a significant figure in Oklahoma’s agriculture and stock raising. He started his career in the mercantile business and later excelled as a prominent cattleman, owning a thousand-acre ranch. Parkinson was also involved in local governance, serving as mayor of Wagoner and in the state legislature, while being an influential community member and Democratic supporter. He married Addie Malinda Cobb in 1891 and raised eight children, maintaining deep ties to both business and civic life until his death in 1916.
The Cherokee Indians, primarily from the Southeastern U.S., have a rich history marked by their early adoption of a written language and a government structure similar to that of the United States. Despite their forced relocation to Oklahoma in the 1830s, they maintained significant genealogical ties, often intermarrying with Whites. Emmet Starr’s “History of the Cherokee Indians and Their Legends and Folklore” emphasizes personal biographies and genealogies, providing insights into the lives and connections of many Cherokee families across generations, thereby enriching their cultural narrative.
