New Hampshire Men of Progress contains 289 biographical sketches and portraits of leaders in business and professional life in and of the state of New Hampshire. It was edited by the staff of the Manchester Union under the supervision of Richard Herndon.
New Hampshire Notables,” published by the Concord Press in 1932, is a biographical compilation that follows a previous work by Henry H. Metcalf. It contains 474 brief sketches of notable individuals, both natives and residents of New Hampshire, recognized for their contributions across various fields such as public life, business, and education. This edition focuses on living subjects as of 1932, with an alphabetical index for easy reference. While not exhaustive, it serves as a valuable resource for researchers and libraries, preserving important biographical data.
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.
FREE – Readable and downloadable copy of the Portrait and biographical record of Genesee, Lapeer and Tuscola counties, Michigan published in 1892.
This cemetery record from Oxford, west of Burdick Street, lists hundreds of burials collected in September 2001 by Christopher Schnur. The transcription includes names, birth and death dates, military service, family relationships, and epitaphs, offering a detailed historical snapshot of local families, veterans, children, and spouses buried in the cemetery.
The Treaty of October 11, 1842, involved the Confederated tribes of the Sac and Fox Indians ceding their lands west of the Mississippi River to the United States, while reserving a right to occupy these lands for three years. The treaty stipulated annual payments to the tribes and provisions for their relocation, including assistance during their move and the establishment of blacksmith and gunsmith shops. An agreement for necessary funds for the tribes’ welfare and charitable purposes was also included. The treaty required Senate ratification and consent from the tribes for any amendments.
Franklin Swart, born June 25, 1878, in New Paris, Indiana, is a highly regarded district attorney of San Mateo County, currently serving his second term. A self-made man, he worked his way through Stanford University, earning degrees in A.B. and Juris Doctor. Elected in 1910, Swart has successfully managed numerous civil cases, improved local conditions, and contributed significantly to legal matters regarding school bonds and road funding. Married in 1914, he is also active in community organizations, including the Odd Fellows and Masons.