History of the town of Durham New Hampshire by Everett Stackpole is the primary source for genealogists with families who settled Oyster River New Hampshire, which later became Durham. Published in two volumes, the first contains a narrative history of Durham, while the second contains genealogies of most of the early families who settled in the town.
The aim of this history was to present in a permanent form the key incidents in the history of Minneapolis, from its earliest settlement to its publication in 1895. The primary facts and events recounted were mostly obtained from living witnesses and participants. It was rare for a city with more than two hundred thousand inhabitants to have so many of its first settlers still alive. The city’s growth had been so extraordinary and unprecedented that many of its earliest settlers remained. Some information was also gleaned from the notes left by now-deceased writers who witnessed the events described. Great care was taken to verify the accuracy of all facts and incidents mentioned. While it might have been too much to hope that the work was entirely free from errors, it was confidently believed that any such errors were few and insignificant.
In the production of the following pages the effort has been to show the growth of every city and village in the Chippewa Valley, through their industries, schools and churches. The biographical sketches were so numerous that they have necessitated as brief treatment as the circumstances would warrant, and the publishers have been compelled to depend mainly upon the members of the respective families for the reliability of the facts set forth.
FREE – Readable and downloadable copy of the Portrait and biographical record of Genesee, Lapeer and Tuscola counties, Michigan published in 1892.
Biographical records for notable individuals from Autauga County, Alabama, can be accessed through Alabama Genealogy and USGenWeb Archives. Among those featured are Dr. John W. Davis, Col. Charles S. G. Doster, Hon. Daniel Pratt, and others, including judges, military officers, and local leaders. This compilation serves as a valuable resource for understanding the county’s historical figures and contributions.
Major Herbert Allyne Clark, born on February 22, 1859, in Middleboro, Massachusetts, was a prominent figure in both military and business circles. A descendant of early Puritan settlers, he mastered the jewelry trade with Horton, Angell & Co., becoming a partner by 1886. A dedicated soldier, he served as quartermaster during the Spanish-American War and held various ranks in the Massachusetts Volunteer Militia. Clark, a lifelong bachelor, was committed to his community and family until his passing on February 16, 1903.
The manuscript, History of the township and village of Mazomanie [Wisconsin] penned by William Kittle and published in 1900 collected information from a wide variety of sources, both documents, and living interviews. This book provides a general history of the township, and then presents a series of brief biographical sketches on the early settlers of Mazomanie. The links below will take you to the start of each historical section as detailed in the contents for the book, and then the specific pages of the book where each biographical sketch is contained. There is no index for the book, nor is there a list of biographical sketches contained within. We have taken the liberty of creating a biographical index for it.
The list includes 59 notable individuals from Henry County, Alabama, whose biographies are accessible online or in print. Among them are figures such as William B. Aycock, Joseph Baker, and John F. Dawsey, each contributing to the county’s rich history. The biographical details highlight their diverse backgrounds and accomplishments, providing a glimpse into the lives that shaped the community. Click on their names for a deeper exploration of their legacies in Henry County.
This manuscript, in its essence, is a collection of 948 biographies of prominent men and women, all leading citizens of Western Colorado. In this context, Western Colorado encompasses the counties of Archuleta, Chaffee, Delta, Eagle, Garfield, Gunnison, Hinsdale, La Plata, Lake, Mesa, Mineral, Moffat, Montezuma, Montrose, Ouray, Pitkin, Rio Blanco, Routt, San Juan, and San Miguel.
An introductory page for the Biographical and Portrait Cyclopedia of Chester County, Pennsylvania, this volume includes a historical sketch of the county by Samuel T. Wiley and more than 500 biographical sketches of prominent local men and leading citizens. It also outlines Chester County’s colonial origins, early boundaries, and its role in the formation of neighboring counties.
A historical overview of western Nebraska and its pioneer settlers, this volume highlights the men who helped build counties across the Nebraska Panhandle, including Cheyenne, Box Butte, Deuel, Garden, Sioux, Kimball, Morrill, Sheridan, Scotts Bluff, Banner, and Dawes. It also points readers to biographies, history volumes, and a gallery of 143 photographs.
The Lowell Courier was established on January 6, 1835, by Leonard Huntress during a period of political vibrancy in Lowell. Initially a Whig newspaper, it has continued publication as The Lowell Courier-Citizen. Huntress, the first editor, faced health issues by 1842, leading to a series of editors, including Robins Dinsmore and William O. Bartlett. In 1867, George A. Marden and Edward T. Rowell acquired the paper, elevating its political influence in New England. Marden became a prominent political figure, shaping the paper’s direction until his death in 1906.
A partial history of some who have been distinguished in public life in Maine, and who abode in Piscataquis County and helped to make its history during their generation.
A historical collection of portraits and biographical sketches of prominent Maine residents in business, industry, the professions, and politics, along with profiles of every governor since statehood in 1820. Published in 1893, it offers a rich snapshot of the people who shaped Maine’s public life and leadership.
Upon the very threshold of this historical sketch we find ourselves quite destitute of early public records for Swan’s Island. For over half a century from the settlement of this island until its organization as a plantation no municipal records were kept. But we are fortunate that H. W. Small saw purpose in bringing to light many private family records, old deeds showing what lots were occupied by the pioneer settlers; and written mutual agreements, which seem to have been often the result of arbitration on any disputed point where different claims to land conflicted with one another.
A historical business directory and local history of Northern Maine from 1891, featuring sketches of nine towns including Houlton, Presque Isle, Caribou, and Fort Fairfield. The manuscript profiles businesses, owners, and civic institutions, and includes a gallery of period photographs, town views, and advertisements drawn from the era.
The following seventy-five biographies feature distinguished officers from the Army and Navy during the last half of the 19th century. Included with each biography is a photograph, which we have included as a gallery at the bottom of this page. These particular men were chosen by the editor for their patriotism to the flag.
