New Hampshire Men

1892 Map of New Hampshire

New Hampshire Men presents 407 biographical sketches, with portraits, of men who were active in commercial, professional, and political life in New Hampshire in 1893.

Abington Massachusetts Birth Records

1830 Map of Abington, Massachusetts

Volume 1 of the Abington, Massachusetts vital records details births recorded in the town up to 1850, featuring comprehensive research from town records, cemeteries, and church documents. Established in 1712, Abington’s jurisdictional changes may affect genealogical searches. The records also include separate listings for Black families, primarily by given names. Additionally, various surnames are cataloged, emphasizing the need to consider alternate spellings. For marriages and deaths, researchers should consult Volume 2.

Essex County Massachusetts Probate Records 1665-1674

Sample Last Will and Testament

The “Governor and Company of Massachusetts Bay” established a judicial system in 1628, with a General Court in Boston and quarterly courts in major towns like Salem and Ipswich by 1635. These courts managed probate matters, and after Essex County’s formation in 1643, individual probate courts were later established in 1692. These are the probate records from 1665 to 1674, sourced from various original documents, including detailed wills and estate settlements.

Genealogies of Cornish New Hampshire

History of Cornish New Hampshire

Volume II of History of the Town of Cornish, New Hampshire, with Genealogical Record, 1763–1910, compiled by William Henry Child and published in 1911, presents a detailed genealogical account of the families who settled in Cornish from its founding through the early 20th century.

Early Settlers of Ralls County, Missouri

1930 Map of Ralls County, Missouri

The manuscript “Early Settlers of Ralls County, Missouri” compiled by Eunice Moore Anderson in 1951 serves as a valuable resource for those tracing their family genealogy in Ralls County. Divided into three parts, the compilation focuses on documenting early settlers prior to 1878, drawing from sources such as county atlases and historical records spanning Marion, Ralls, Pike Counties, and beyond. While not aiming to provide a comprehensive history, Anderson’s work catalogues pioneer families, offering insights into their origins, migration dates to Ralls County, and family connections. This structured approach, supplemented by an alphabetical index, aids researchers in navigating through ancestral records and locating further detailed information within related historical volumes.

History of Littleton New Hampshire

1895 Map of Littleton New Hampshire

The History of Littleton New Hampshire is comprised of three volumes, two volumes of history, and a final volume of genealogies. Considered one of the best examples of local history written in the early 20th century, is your ancestors resided in Littleton then you need these books. Read and download for free!

Descendants of Alexander Bisset Munro of Bristol, Maine

Munro Family

Alexander Bisset Munro was born 25 Dec. 1793 at Inverness, Scotland to Donald and Janet (Bisset) Munro. Alexander left Scotland at the age of 14, and lived in Dimecrana in the West Indies for 18 years. He owned a plantation, raising cotton, coffee and other produce. He brought produce to Boston Massachusetts on the ship of Solomon Dockendorff. To be sure he got his money, Solomon asked his to come home with him, where he met Solomon’s sister, Jane Dockendorff. Alexander went back to the West Indies, sold out, and moved to Round Pond, Maine, and married Jane. They had 14 children: Janet, Alexander, Margaret, Nancy, Jane, Mary, Solomon, Donald, John, William, Bettie, Edmund, Joseph and Lydia.

Biographical Sketch of Jacob Wellman

Jacob Wellman, originally from Linesboro, N.H., fought at the Battle of Bunker Hill under General Warren and received a pension post-war. He was married twice, first to an unnamed woman and later to Elizabeth Moore, with whom he had fourteen children. His son John married Betsey Moore of Bedford, N.H., and they had nine children, while his son Jesse P. married Acsah J. Coburn of Walton, N.H., and has eight children.

Biographical Sketch of Samuel Thomas Wellman

Samuel Thomas Wellman (1847-1930) was a prominent mechanical engineer born in Wareham, Massachusetts. Educated at Norwich University, he served as a corporal in the American Civil War. Wellman significantly contributed to the steel industry by building the first commercial open hearth furnace in the U.S. He founded the Wellman, Seaver Engineering Co. and held leadership roles in various engineering societies and companies, including the American Society of Mechanical Engineers. His inventions revolutionized steel production and he remained active in professional organizations throughout his life.

Wellman, H. E. – Obituary

H. E. Wellman, a 71-year-old pioneer of Baker County, passed away at his home last Saturday night. He was known for his long-standing contributions to farming in the Baker Valley.

Wellman, Roger L. – Obituary

Roger L. Wellman, 74, passed away on September 10, 2005, in Portland, Oregon. Born on November 24, 1930, in Baker City, he lived most of his life in Baker County, with a 20-year tenure in Portland working for Chevron Corp. A member of the Baker Elks Lodge, Roger is survived by his four children, seven grandchildren, and two great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents and a brother who died in World War II. A celebration of life service will be held at Coles Funeral Home.