These biographies were transcribed from Goodspeed’s Biographical and Historical Memoirs of Adams, Clay, Hall and Hamilton Counties. They are only the biographies for individuals who resided in Hall County Nebraska in 1890 whose surname starts with the letter K.
These biographies were transcribed from Goodspeed’s Biographical and Historical Memoirs of Adams, Clay, Hall and Hamilton Counties. They are only the biographies for individuals who resided in Hall County Nebraska in 1890 whose surname starts with the letter J.
These biographies were transcribed from Goodspeed’s Biographical and Historical Memoirs of Adams, Clay, Hall and Hamilton Counties. They are only the biographies for individuals who resided in Hall County Nebraska in 1890 whose surname starts with the letter H.
These biographies were transcribed from Goodspeed’s Biographical and Historical Memoirs of Adams, Clay, Hall and Hamilton Counties. They are only the biographies for individuals who resided in Hall County Nebraska in 1890 whose surname starts with the letter G.
These biographies were transcribed from Goodspeed’s Biographical and Historical Memoirs of Adams, Clay, Hall and Hamilton Counties. They are only the biographies for individuals who resided in Hall County Nebraska in 1890 whose surname starts with the letter F.
These biographies were transcribed from Goodspeed’s Biographical and Historical Memoirs of Adams, Clay, Hall and Hamilton Counties. They are only the biographies for individuals who resided in Hall County Nebraska in 1890 whose surname starts with the letter E.
These biographies were transcribed from Goodspeed’s Biographical and Historical Memoirs of Adams, Clay, Hall and Hamilton Counties. They are only the biographies for individuals who resided in Hall County Nebraska in 1890 whose surname starts with the letter D.
These 184 biographies were transcribed from Goodspeed’s Biographical and Historical Memoirs of Adams, Clay, Hall and Hamilton Counties. They are only the biographies for individuals who resided in Hall County Nebraska in 1890.
These biographies were transcribed from Goodspeed’s Biographical and Historical Memoirs of Adams, Clay, Hall and Hamilton Counties. They are only the biographies for individuals who resided in Hall County Nebraska in 1890 whose surname starts with the letter C.
These biographies were transcribed from Goodspeed’s Biographical and Historical Memoirs of Adams, Clay, Hall and Hamilton Counties. They are only the biographies for individuals who resided in Hall County Nebraska in 1890 whose surname starts with the letter B.
These biographies were transcribed from Goodspeed’s Biographical and Historical Memoirs of Adams, Clay, Hall and Hamilton Counties. They are only the biographies for individuals who resided in Hall County Nebraska in 1890 whose surname starts with the letter A.
The chapter discusses the historical significance of railroads, particularly the Union Pacific, in shaping Hall County’s development. General Grenville M. Dodge details the construction of the Union Pacific Railway, highlighting its inception in 1862 and completion in 1869. The railroad fostered economic growth by connecting towns and facilitating trade, especially for Grand Island, a pivotal junction. The narrative includes insights into various railroad officials, local management, and the establishment of the St. Joseph and Grand Island Railroad and the Burlington Railroad.
This post contains a list of graduates from the University of Nebraska in the year 1924. Provided is their name, home town, and which degree field they graduated with.
The Grand Island Business and Normal College, established in 1885 in Hall County, Nebraska, began with a small student body but quickly expanded under the leadership of Prof. Hargis. By 1897, the college occupied a larger space and offered key courses in business, teaching, and shorthand. As of 1920, the college boasted a significant enrollment exceeding 300 students, contributing greatly to the local economy through student expenditures. Numerous successful graduates entered prominent positions in various fields, showcasing the college’s impact on the region’s educational and commercial landscape. This is a list of some of those graduates. The list was published in the Grand Island Daily Independent on Saturday, August 12, 1916.
Hall County, Nebraska, was established on November 4, 1858, by an act of the territorial legislature and formally organized in 1859. Located in south-central Nebraska along the Platte River, it is bounded by Merrick, Hamilton, Adams, Buffalo, and Howard Counties. The county seat is Grand Island, founded in 1857 by German settlers who established one of the earliest permanent agricultural colonies in the region. Hall County originally extended over a larger area, but later boundary adjustments gave rise to neighboring counties. County offices began recording land deeds, probate files, marriages, tax assessments, and census returns in the 1860s. Grand Island … Read more
This post provides access to digitized microfilm of Alabama census records from 1830 to 1930, available for free download and use. It details specific reels for each census year, covering various counties and providing comprehensive documentation, including missing census data from 1790-1820. The compilation includes extensive reel breakdowns for each decade, ensuring users can easily locate the information they seek for genealogical or historical research.
List of postmasters and their post offices in Ashley County Arkansas for the years of 1883 and 1884.
Samuel Bascom Kinard was born on July 14, 1879, in Columbia County, Arkansas, and was a significant figure in the local industrial scene, operating a sawmill until his tragic death in 1919. Educated in El Dorado, he displayed early mechanical talent, becoming a mill foreman by age seventeen. Kinard was married to Lena Renfroe in 1904, with whom he had three children. A member of the Masonic fraternity and the Woodmen of the World, Kinard was also active in his church, living by its teachings until his death on March 23, 1919.
George Norman, born on May 4, 1869, in Hamburg, was a distinguished attorney and the youngest son of George W. and Eliza J. Norman. The family, originally from England, established roots in Virginia before moving to Georgia and then Arkansas. After graduating from the University of Arkansas, George joined his father’s law practice in 1893. He gained a strong reputation in the legal field and served in various civic roles, including during World War I. Married to Mattie Watson in 1911, he was active in the Presbyterian Church and multiple fraternal organizations until his death in 1918.
This Arizona state project is part of the much larger American History & Genealogy Project or better known by the abbreviation of AHGP. It has been in existence online since 2000 and over the years has been spread out across the web. These pages are an attempt to consolidate it under one website of the larger project.
This Nebraska state project is part of the much larger American History & Genealogy Project or better known by the abbreviation of AHGP. It has been in existence online since 2000 and over the years has been spread out across the web. These pages are an attempt to consolidate it under one website of the larger project.
This Montana state project is part of the much larger American History & Genealogy Project or better known by the abbreviation of AHGP. It has been in existence online since 2000 and over the years has been spread out across the web. These pages are an attempt to consolidate it under one website of the larger project.
This Minnesota state project is part of the much larger American History & Genealogy Project or better known by the abbreviation of AHGP. It has been in existence online since 2000 and over the years has been spread out across the web. These pages are an attempt to consolidate it under one website of the larger project.
On March 29, 1911, the Kittochtinny Historical Society gathered to hear Hiram E. Wertz’s narrative about his experiences as a captain on the Underground Railroad, which helped approximately fifty runaway slaves escape from the South. Wertz described his role in guiding fugitives through Pennsylvania, emphasizing significant stations and struggles faced along the way. He recounted incidents that highlighted both the dangers and humanity involved in aiding these individuals seeking freedom. The meeting underscored the historical importance of the Underground Railroad and honored the contributions of Wertz and other humanitarians involved in this critical mission.
In a detailed account of early tavern life along the road from Chambersburg, James Flint describes log houses serving as taverns and the bustling atmosphere filled with travelers. Fort Loudon, located nearby, had crowded lodging conditions, while Shippensburg hosted several taverns, including Colonel Rippey’s and Raum’s German house. Tourist accounts highlight the transition of buildings from simple log cabins to more elaborate structures, reflecting the growing trade by 1830 with an abundance of taverns catering to weary travelers. The history of these establishments reveals the region’s rich hospitality customs and community practices.