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.
An introductory page for the Biographical and Portrait Cyclopedia of Chester County, Pennsylvania, this volume includes a historical sketch of the county by Samuel T. Wiley and more than 500 biographical sketches of prominent local men and leading citizens. It also outlines Chester County’s colonial origins, early boundaries, and its role in the formation of neighboring counties.
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.
D. B. Rinehart played a significant role in the development of Grant County, Oregon, particularly in the John Day Valley, where he established a large and successful orchard in the late 1860s. Appointed the county superintendent of public schools during the county’s early governance, Rinehart cultivated approximately 6,000 fruit trees, producing highly regarded apples, pears, and other fruits. A prosperous landowner, he also raised cattle and managed extensive farmland, all while residing with his wife and three children in a scenic mountain setting.
Eddie Rinehart, a 16-year-old from Summerville, Oregon, tragically drowned in the Grande Ronde River on April 26, 1890. After crossing a ditch on horseback, he became stranded on an island when his horse returned to shore. Despite attracting attention, help arrived late, and a rescue attempt in a leaking boat resulted in further peril. The young man aiding Eddie managed to reach safety, but Eddie succumbed to the water. His body was recovered the following morning, and his funeral was held on Monday. The community mourned the loss of this promising youth.
Mrs. Margaret Ann Rinehart, an Oregon pioneer who arrived in 1852, passed away at 72 in Elgin, where she was visiting her daughter. After marrying Henry Rinehart in 1865, they settled in Summerville until 1908, later moving to Walla Walla. She is survived by three children and several siblings. Her funeral service was held in Summerville, conducted by Rev. Mr. Archer.
Martin Luther Rinehart, son of Henry and Margaret Rinehart, passed away at the age of 5 months and 26 days on July 26th in Summerville. His death was noted in The Sentinel, Union on August 19, 1876.
Ormina A. Rinehart, daughter of John and Sarah Rinehart, passed away near Summerville on May 17th at the age of 10 years, 9 months, and 12 days. Her obituary reflects a belief that she is not truly dead, but rather in a divine school under God’s protection, free from harm and temptation. The heartfelt tribute emphasizes her transition to a place of peace, highlighting the sorrow of loss while celebrating her new existence among celestial beings.
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.
William E. Rinehart was born in Iowa in 1846 and moved to Oregon with his family in 1854. After spending his early years in Lane County, he ventured into cattle droving and pack-train operations in the Grande Ronde Valley. Rinehart later returned to farming before transitioning to a hardware and implement dealership in Summerville in 1883. He married Elizabeth Jane Martin in 1868, and together they had ten children, of whom three survive; tragically, six succumbed to diphtheria in 1881.
Louis B. Rinehart, born in Illinois in 1844, moved to Oregon with his family in 1854. After settling near Eugene, he helped establish La Grande and staked claims on productive nearby lands. Rinehart engaged in cattle-ranging and co-founded the first mercantile house in Summerville. He held various public offices, including county treasurer and state senator, representing Baker County. Rinehart returned to Union, Oregon, where he continued in mercantile and stock-raising ventures, becoming a prominent figure in the Inland Empire by owning significant land and the townsite of Vale.
Hon. J. H. Rinehart, born in Illinois in 1836, moved to Oregon in 1854, where he became a pioneer of Eastern Oregon. He established the Mammoth Anna-Lulu Flouring Mills after engaging in farming and stock-raising. Rinehart contributed to the community by serving in the state legislature and founding a bank in Summerville. A devoted family man, he has four children, including a doctor and a bank cashier. Throughout his life, he maintained a commitment to temperance and public service while amassing considerable real estate holdings.
Hon. Henry Rinehart, born in 1842 in Illinois, moved to Oregon from Iowa in 1854. Initially settling in Lane County, he received a solid education before venturing into the Inland Empire. He engaged in mining, ranching, and mercantile ventures throughout the 1860s and 1870s, ultimately becoming the registrar of the U.S. land-office in La Grande in 1886. Active in public service, he was elected to the Oregon legislature in 1868. Rinehart married Margaret A. Martin, with whom he had four children.
Lewis C. Rinehart, born on September 10, 1853, in Oregon, is recognized for his substantial contributions to Wallowa County and his successful farming and stock-raising endeavors. The son of pioneers, he experienced a diverse upbringing across various regions before settling in Wallowa, where he transformed his modest homestead into a prosperous farm. Married to Ella Hayden, the couple adopted a daughter, Sedalia, and navigated personal tragedies, yet Rinehart’s hard work and integrity earned him respect in the community and a legacy of achievement.
Hotel Rinehart, located near the railroad depot in Battle Creek, Iowa, offered 14 comfortable rooms and a restaurant serving quality meals and temperance drinks, catering to weary travelers. Joseph Rinehart, born on February 21, 1859, in Frederick County, Maryland, migrated west in 1882, working in various capacities within the Bowman Lumber Company across Iowa. In 1892, he purchased the Hotel Hopkins and later operated it with his wife, Elizabeth Estep, and their two children, Hazel Pearl and Jennie Cecil.
