Alphabetical indexes to the vital records of Alford, Massachusetts, up to the year 1850. The Town of Alford, Berkshire County, was established as the District of Alford, February 16, 1773, from a part of Great Barrington and certain common lands. These vital records start about that time and run up to the year 1850. Free PDF to read or download.
The Rockingham County Historical Society in Wentworth, NC, publishes the Journal of Rockingham County History and Genealogy twice a year, in April and October. This journal includes articles about the history and genealogical resources of Rockingham County, North Carolina, and the surrounding areas. The historical articles are of high quality and extensively researched. This book covers the first three years of publication, 1976-1978. A full index can be found at the end of each individual volume.
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.
The manuscript provides a short history of the Boyd family in ancient Scotland and of Thomas Boyd of Marsh Creek, Pennsylvania and the Manor of Maske. The genealogy of the book itself starts with William Boyd (c1700/10-1767), the immigrant, who settled in Cumberland Township in what was then York County, Pennsylvania, but is now Adams County, Pennsylvania. This manuscript traces the Boyd and allied lines up to 1935. Includes the allied families of Bell, Bracken, Culler, Cunningham, Finley, Gaut, Hoover, Hough, Markley, McGrew, Parrish, Perry, Pinkerton, Scholl, Speer, Warfel, Welday, Williams
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.
Rev. Josiah Lamberson Parrish, born on October 14, 1806, in New York, was a key figure in Oregon’s early missionary efforts. After working as a blacksmith and saddle-maker, he devoted himself to preaching in 1835 and became blacksmith for the Methodist Mission in Oregon in 1839. He served as an Indian agent from 1849 and was instrumental in establishing reservations. Retiring in 1856, he continued his ministry, notably as chaplain of the Oregon Penitentiary. Parrish, now an octogenarian, resides in Salem, Oregon, noted for his integrity and vast knowledge of early Oregon history.
Watson Parrish, an attorney and banker from Tennessee, moved to Whiteside County, Illinois, as a child. After studying at Knox College, he served in the Thirty-ninth Illinois Infantry during the Civil War. Following his military service, he graduated from the University of Michigan’s Law Department in 1866 and set up a law office in Decatur, Nebraska. Elected to the Legislature in 1869, he served until 1871 and co-founded a bank in 1879. Parrish has been actively involved in Republican State Conventions.
Barnett P. Parrish, born on September 13, 1818, in Ohio, exemplifies the resilient and industrious spirit of early American settlers. Moving with his family to Indiana and later to Missouri, he cultivated a life marked by farming and public service. Parrish fought in the Mexican War and served in the Federal Army during the Civil War. Married three times, he raised sixteen children, ten of whom survived to adulthood. Settling in Forsyth, Missouri, he became a well-respected figure, known for his commitment to the community and rich personal history.
Ellison J. Parrish, born on October 9, 1865, in Terre Haute, Indiana, served as the superintendent of the Telegraph Department at Nickel Plate Railroad. He was educated in local schools and married Pearl J. Griffey in 1887. Notably, he was the first Democrat elected as Mayor of Conneaut, Ohio, serving from 1902 to 1909. Additionally, Parrish participated as a delegate in several National Democratic Conventions and was involved in local governance and community activities, including sports.
A. H. Parrish, an influential farmer in Nowata County, was born on November 2, 1870, in the Coowescoowee district. He is the son of Holland and Cynthia Parrish, of Cherokee descent, with family roots in the area dating back to 1869. After leaving the family farm at 22, he established a prosperous 170-acre farm northeast of Alluwe, focusing on grain and livestock while benefiting from local oil production. A community leader and Democratic supporter, Parrish is also a dedicated family man with several children and active in local organizations.
W. T. Parrish, born on February 18, 1881, in Alluwe township, is a prominent farmer in Nowata County, owning a 130-acre farm and a 50-acre homestead on the Verdigris River. He began farming after attending local schools and is known for his extensive general farming practices, including oil production on his land. Married in 1900 to Pearl Starr, they have thirteen children. A dedicated community member, Parrish has served on the school board and actively supports local development initiatives.
The name Red Jacket originated during the American Revolution when he was gifted a scarlet jacket by a British officer due to his swift execution of tasks and charisma. Proudly wearing this distinctive garment, he became widely recognized by the name. Born Oti-ti-ani and later known as Sa-go-ye-wat-ha, Red Jacket was an eloquent speaker who opposed involvement in the war, advocating for peace, which brought him criticism from some peers who labeled him a coward despite his moral courage.
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.
A detailed account of the 1894 Hinckley forest fire in Minnesota describes how drought, hurricane-force winds and smoldering fires turned the region into an inferno. It recounts the destruction of Hinckley, Brook Park, Pokegama and nearby settlements, desperate escapes by train and refuge in ponds and pits, and the confirmed death toll of 413.