Farmers Directory

Winnebago and Boone Counties Genealogy Society

1875 winnebago and boone

The Winnebago and Boone Counties Genealogical Society has archived a wealth of historic genealogical records previously available on the Cherry Valley Public Library District website. Although these indices and manuscripts for Boone, Cook, McHenry, and Winnebago counties were removed, they are still accessible as downloadable PDFs. The collection includes vital records, city directories, church histories, and historical maps, providing invaluable resources for researchers and family historians exploring their ancestry in the region.

Iowa Atlases, Farm Directories, and Plat Books

1859 Map of Washington County Iowa

This collection contains digital atlases, farm directories, and plat books for all 99 Iowa counties. We have collated these from a variety of online sources, and provide them here as a single source for all online Iowa County Atlases, Farm Directories, and Plat Books.

1918 Warren County Farmers’ Directory – C Surnames

The 1918 Warren County Farmers’ Directory provides a detailed account of farmers and landowners with surnames starting with the letter “C.” Each entry includes the name of the farmer, their spouse’s maiden name, children, location (rural route and section), land ownership details, and the year they became residents. The directory also features contact information, indicating the agricultural and social landscape of the county during this period, emphasizing the importance of family and community connections in farming life.

1918 Warren County Farmers’ Directory – B Surnames

The 1918 Warren County Farmers’ Directory provides essential information about farmers and their families in the region, including land ownership, children, and residence details. Each entry includes the farmer’s name, the maiden name of the spouse, the number of acres farmed, and the year they became residents. The directory uses abbreviations for clarity, such as “O” for owner and “T” for tenant, ensuring a comprehensive record of agricultural life in Warren County during that time.

1918 Warren County Farmers’ Directory – A Surnames

Prairie farmer's reliable directory of farmers and breeders of St. Clair and Monroe Counties, Illinois

The 1918 Warren County Farmers’ Directory provides a comprehensive listing of residents with surnames starting with ‘A.’ Each entry includes essential details such as the head of the household’s name, spouse’s maiden name, children, farm location, ownership, and years of residency. For instance, William L. Abbey is cited with his family information and farm specifications. Abbreviated terms like “O” for owner and “T” for tenant are utilized throughout. This directory serves as a valuable resource for genealogical and historical research in the region.

List of Early Montana Farmers

E. S. Banta, a Missouri native, settled in Montana after a brief stint in California. Other early farmers included William McKimens from Pennsylvania, Ellis Elmer from England, and F. T. Black from Illinois, each contributing to the agricultural landscape. Many, like James Kent and G. W. Krattcar, established farms in the Gallatin Valley, while others, such as William Sheppard and Charles Holmes, varied their work with mining. These early settlers laid the foundation for Montana’s farming community amidst challenging conditions and diverse backgrounds.

1911 Standard Historical Atlas of Mitchell County, Iowa

Topographical Map of Mitchell County Iowa

The 1911 Standard Historical Atlas of Mitchell County, Iowa by Anderson Publishing Company provides a detailed overview of Mitchell County during the early 20th century. This atlas includes a farmers directory, offering a comprehensive listing of local farmers, including their names, townships, addresses, farm names, and specific sections within the county.