Abstracts of over 600 wills for Vanderburgh County, Indiana, extracted by Mrs. Arthur C. Bitterman. Book A was typed by Mrs. James A. Gentry, book B typed by Mrs. Marvin J. Huff, and published as one by the Vanderburgh Chapter of the DAR. Book A primarily covers wills written or filed within the time period of 1823-1849 and book B includes the years of 1849-1873. In both cases there are wills that fall outside those dates.
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.
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.
This book is an index of Mennonite estates in Imperial Russia – the time period from 1813 to about 1920. It does not explain all the intricacies of the development of each of the estates; it does not decry or defend them. By this time it is a study of something which has disappeared almost a century ago. Some have decrepit buildings remaining, but of many estates there is now nothing left except open fields. Despite these circumstances it is hoped that this index can help people in the study of something which seems to be increasingly significant to many – a search for their roots.
The series contains original affidavits of registration that record personal information about each registrant, their photograph affixed to the majority of documents, and the registrants fingerprints. All of these are specific to Kansas, and most have the actual documents attached.
History of Kossuth, Hancock, and Winnebago Counties, Iowa together with sketches of their cities, villages and townships, educational, civil, military and political history; portraits of prominent persons, and 638 biographies of representative citizens. Also included is a history of Iowa embracing accounts of the pre-historic races, and a brief review of its civil and military history.
Mathias M. Schmidt, born July 8, 1876, in Wisconsin, spent his life in Marshall County, Kansas. Of German descent, he had a diverse career as a teacher, banker, and civic leader, transitioning to the loan and insurance business in 1913. A graduate of Northwestern University, his contributions included legislative service where he notably advocated for educational reforms and the passage of the Blue Sky law. A dedicated scholar with a keen interest in history and geology, he was also a family man, married with three children.
Oscar Richard Schmidt was born on October 3, 1887, in Markneukirchen, Germany. He received his early education in local public schools and attended business college in Meissen. After working as a clerk and salesman, he became a bookkeeper in Milwaukee. In 1910, Schmidt entered the violin business with his brother, founding Schmidt Bros. Co. in Philadelphia, later relocating to Cleveland. He also participated in the Germania Turnverein Vornvarts.
Thomas Philip Schmidt, born October 8, 1875, in Cleveland, was a prominent attorney and active Democratic politician. Educated at the University of Michigan, he married Ami Mueller in 1906 and had one son. Schmidt served in the Ohio Senate from 1905 to 1908 and was involved in various transportation companies and civic organizations in Cleveland. Notably, he attended numerous state and national conventions and supported Tom L. Johnson’s political initiatives. His interests included athletics and gardening.
Stanley Noel Schmidt, 66, of Baker City, passed away on May 14, 2005, at St. Elizabeth Health Services. A celebration of his life is planned for later this summer. Born on August 4, 1938, he had a long career as a truck driver for Safeway before retiring in 1997. An outdoorsman, Stanley enjoyed fishing, hunting, and horseback riding. He is survived by his wife, Carol, and their children, grandchildren, and stepfamily. Disposition was by cremation at Grays West Co. Pioneer Crematory.
Alton Arno Schmidt, 87, of Richland, Oregon, passed away on January 15, 2002. He requested no formal service, with a memorial to be held in the spring. Born on June 7, 1914, in Pine Valley, Alton was a multi-talented individual, engaged in various professions including ranching and construction. Known for his creativity and resourcefulness, he maintained a positive outlook despite a spinal cord injury in 1982. He is survived by his wife, daughter, grandchildren, and extended family. Memorial contributions may be made to the Richland Ambulance.
