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Abington Massachusetts Marriage and Death Records

Volume 2 of the Abington, Massachusetts vital records compiles marriage and death records up to 1850, complementing Volume 1, which contains birth records. Established in 1712, Abington’s boundaries have shifted, affecting historical jurisdiction. Extensive research from town records, cemeteries, and family Bibles ensured comprehensive documentation, including the identification of Black families recorded by given names. The volume is organized alphabetically by marriages and deaths.

History of the town of Medford, Massachusetts

The History of the Town of Medford, Middlesex County, Massachusetts, from Its First Settlement in 1630 to 1885 (Boston, 1886) represents both a continuation and revision of Charles Brooks’s original 1855 history. Edited and supplemented by James M. Usher, with a genealogical register compiled by William H. Whitmore, this expanded edition incorporates Brooks’s extensive antiquarian research while extending the narrative to cover the developments of the following three decades. Drawing on scattered records, local traditions, and municipal documentation, the work preserves the character of Brooks’s text while providing a fuller account of Medford’s growth and a register of its early families.

Essex County Massachusetts Probate Records 1635-1664

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 1635 to 1664, sourced from various original documents, including detailed wills and estate settlements.

Weymouth ways and Weymouth people

Edward Hunt’s “Weymouth ways and Weymouth people: Reminiscences” takes the reader back in Weymouth Massachusetts past to the 1830s through the 1880s as he provides glimpses into the people of the community. These reminiscences were mostly printed in the Weymouth Gazette and provide a fair example of early New England village life as it occurred in the mid 1800s. Of specific interest to the genealogist will be the Hunt material scattered throughout, but most specifically 286-295, and of course, those lucky enough to have had somebody “remembered” by Edward.

Descendants of Rev. James Keith of Bridgewater, MA

The Keith family, descendants of Rev. James Keith, has played a significant role in the history of Bridgewater, MA, since his ordination in 1664. Notably, Simeon Cary Keith and his sons—Warren R., Edward H., and S. Elliott—have continued this legacy through their contributions to various local industries and civic life. Rev. Keith, a Scottish immigrant, established a lineage that has linked the family to other prominent New England families while making substantial impacts in agriculture, shoe manufacturing, and local governance.

Ancestors of Horace Alden Keith of Brockton, MA

Horace Alden Keith, born May 25, 1862, in West Bridgewater, MA, founded the Brockton Webbing Company, becoming a prominent figure in local industry. He hailed from a distinguished lineage, tracing back to Rev. James Keith, an early minister in Bridgewater. His father, Henry Snell Keith, and mother, Thalia Alden, also contributed to the family’s historical significance. Horace’s early career included roles at Spalding Brothers before establishing his own successful business, reflecting both his entrepreneurial spirit and New England heritage.

Descendants of Jonathan White, Brockton, MA

Hon. Jonathan White, born in 1819 in East Randolph (now Holbrook), Massachusetts, was a distinguished lawyer and significant public figure in Brockton. His lineage traces back to Thomas White, an early settler in Weymouth. Educated at Phillips Andover and Yale, White practiced law in North Bridgewater and served as the first city solicitor of Brockton. A notable advocate for public education, he played a pivotal role in establishing the town’s high school and was involved in numerous civic projects, leaving a lasting legacy in the community.

Baldwin County Georgia Marriages 1806-1850

This index compiles 1,352 Baldwin County, Georgia marriage records from court documents covering 1806 to 1850. It lists groom, bride, and marriage date entries in chronological order, offering a valuable genealogical resource for tracing family history, local relationships, and early county residents across more than four decades.

Biographical Sketch of Benjamin Wild

Benjamin Wild, originally from Norton, Massachusetts, settled in Chesterfield in 1801. He married Sarah Babbitt, who passed away in 1826, shortly followed by Wild in 1838. The couple had seven children. Wild was an accomplished mathematician, surveyor, and astronomer, known for his almanac publication, initially started around 1819. He served as selectman, general court representative, and a member of the New Hampshire Senate. His contributions to both agriculture and local governance left a lasting impact on the community.