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.
Genealogy of the descendants of John Walker of Wigton, Scotland, with records of a few allied families : also war records and some fragmentary notes pertaining to the history of Virginia, 1600-1902
Hon. Balie Peyton Waggener of Atchison stands out as a distinguished figure in Kansas history. Born in 1847 to pioneering parents, he rose from humble beginnings, practicing law and becoming a leading railroad attorney. Beyond his legal success, he devoted himself to public service, notably serving as Atchison’s mayor and in the Kansas Senate. Renowned as a “children’s friend,” Waggener initiated annual picnics for local children, earning heartfelt appreciation from the community. His legacy blends professional achievement with genuine goodwill, reflecting his significant contributions to Kansas society.
William Peyton Waggener, born on June 18, 1870, in Atchison, followed his father’s legal career, earning a prominent position as an attorney. He graduated from various schools, including Midland College, and was admitted to the bar at just twenty. Waggener served as general attorney for the Missouri Pacific Railway and held roles in local government, including county attorney. A member of several fraternal organizations and the Episcopal Church, he married Martha Spurr in 1892 and had three children.
James Wallingford Waggener, born August 11, 1853, in Platte City, Missouri, has played a significant role in the public utilities sector as the general superintendent of the Atchison Railway, Light and Power Company. Educated in law and initially practicing as an attorney, his career shifted to contracting and public service. A Democrat, he served on Atchison’s City Council and is active in various fraternal organizations. Waggener was first married to Susie Collins, with whom he had a daughter, and later married Hattie Bayley.