This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: Orr, Dearth Classification: Biography Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/rw/lEC.2ACE/388.3.1 Message Board Post: From "History of Grant County, Wisconsin", 1881, p. 881 - 882. JOSEPH C. ORR. Joseph Crain Orr, one of the earliest settlers in the county, was born at Cincinnati, Ohio, May 30, 1802. He was the eldest child of James Orr, who was born in Lancaster County, Penn., September 4, 1772. The early years of his life were passed at Franklin, Ohio, where he received a common-school education, and learned the tanner's trade. In 1826, he was married to Miss Levilette Dearth, at Springboro, Ohio. Ten children, eight of whom are now living, were the fruit of this long and happy union. Soon after his marriage, Mr. Orr emigrated to Michigan City, Ind. He was one of the first settlers in that place. He helped lay out the city, and built its first house. In 1836, he came to Grant County, Wis., where he entered and improved a farm on Blake's Prairie. Here three years afterward he removed his family, and here continued to reside till his death, April 11, 1881, a period of forty-five years. Mr. Orr will long be remembered in the community in which he for so many years resided. His was a strong, and in many respects peculiar character. Self-contained and taciturn almost to eccentricity, cautious and conservative to the last degree, he possessed remarkable clearness of judgement and great firmness of will. By nature silent and reserved, he mingled little in society; in manners quiet and unobtrusive, he neither sought nor desired notoriety or influence. But to character such as his, influence always comes. By deeds rather than by words, he impressed upon the community in which he lived for almost half a century, the abiding lessons of a singularly pure and honest life. In his personal affairs, his cautious prudence, his broad good sense, resolute will and sterling integrity brought abundant success. Too modest to seek political distinction, his practical knowledge of and sympathy with the public wants, and above all his uncompromising fidelity to every trust, brought him, in the early days of the county, into prominent notice. He was one of the Commissioners that first laid out most of the county roads, and at different times was a member of the County Board of Supervisors. Of good laws and good order he was the cordial supporter. In education he took a personal active interest. The schoolhouse and the university found in him a ready friend and patron. Though he never obtruded his personal views upon strangers, and rarely engaged in political discussions, upon all matters of public interest he held clear, intelligent and well-grounded opinions. In every cause he espoused, truth and right were the criterion of his choice, the end of his effort. In his domestic relations he was peculiarly happy. He was the kindest and most indulgent husband and parent. His large family of children, save one, who died in the war of the rebellion, grew to honorable manhood, and settled in life almost within sight of the paternal roof. His wife, the faithful companion of his long life, was his companion as well in death. Surviving him but a few weeks, she was laid by his side ere the grass was green upon his burial-place. [I am not related to this family. I'm posting this as a service and hope it helps!]
This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: Moore Classification: Biography Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/rw/lEC.2ACE/1526.1 Message Board Post: There is a portrait of J. B. MOORE in "History of Grant County, Wisconsin", 1881, p. 793. That portrait is posted here. [I am not related to this family. I'm posting this as a service and hope it helps!]
This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: Millin, Brodt Classification: Biography Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/rw/lEC.2ACE/265.1.1.1 Message Board Post: From "History of Grant County, Wisconsin", 1881, p. 1042. TOWN OF WYALUSING EDWARD MILLIN, Sec. 36; P. O. Patch Grove; owns 80 acres of land, valued at $1,600; born in England in 1817; came to America in 1852, and settled in Ohio; in 1856, he removed to Wisconsin, and settled in Grant Co.; located on his farm in 1864; he has been twice married; his last marriage was to Angeline Brodt, a native of New York; he has four children by his former wife - William, Eli, Mary and Charlotte. [I am not related to this family. I'm posting this as a service and hope it helps!]
This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: Miller, Bartow Classification: Biography Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/rw/lEC.2ACE/1979 Message Board Post: From "History of Grant County, Wisconsin", 1881, p. 1044. TOWN OF HICKORY GROVE JOSEPH MILLER; P. O. Homer; was born in Erie Co., N. Y., in 1822, where he lived until he came West; he came to this town in 1855; his occupation has been that of farmer. He married, in November, 1860, Miss Arvilla A. Bartow, a native of Huron Co., Ohio. [I am not related to this family. I'm posting this as a service and hope it helps!]
This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: McIntyre Classification: Biography Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/rw/lEC.2ACE/1523.1 Message Board Post: There is a portrait of P. B. McINTYRE in "History of Grant County, Wisconsin", 1881, p. 559. That portrait is posted here. [I am not related to this family. I'm posting this as a service and hope it helps!]
This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: McDonald Classification: Biography Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/rw/lEC.2ACE/1522.1 Message Board Post: There is a portrait of Seth C. McDONALD in "History of Grant County, Wisconsin", 1881, p. 469. That portrait is attached here. [I am not related to this family. I'm posting this as a service and hope it helps!]
Greg, The main link (page) to the Tombstone Pictures website is: http://www.rootsweb.com/~usgenweb/wi/cemetery/ It doesn't appear that Potosi is listed. Do you know for certain that there is a cemetery located there?? Mari List admin At 04:20 PM 8/8/2006,Greg wrote: >Noticed tombstone pictures being posted lately . > >Are any available from Potosi, Wisconsin? In Grant county > >Recently .a fellow poster David Taft .helped me find the family connection I >had been looking for, for years which I will forever be grateful David > >Any pictures of the Sedbrooks (Sudbrocks) would be greatly appreciated > >Or any other info anyone can give me > >Finally found my great-great grandfather William Sedbrook, who resided their >along side his brother Frederick .and their dad John Henry > >Thanks everyone . > >This has been a God send! > >Greg E. Sedbrook
This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: Mathushek, Shafer Classification: Biography Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/rw/lEC.2ACE/1978 Message Board Post: From "History of Grant County, Wisconsin", 1881, p. 1044. TOWN OF HICKORY GROVE JOSEPH MATHUSHEK, farmer, Sec. 12; P. O. Muscoda; was born in 1852, in Bohemia; son of Frank and Josephine Mathushek. His parents came to America when he was very young; he resided with them until he was 22 years of age. He was married, in 1874, to Sylvia Shafer, daughter of Mathies and Anna Shafer, of Castle Rock; they have three children, Edward H., Clarie E., Ida M. In politics he is a Republican. He is also member of the Lutheran Church. He owns 120 acres of land. [I am not related to this family. I'm posting this as a service and hope it helps!]
This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: Loomis, Mayhew Classification: Biography Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/rw/lEC.2ACE/1977 Message Board Post: From "History of Grant County, Wisconsin", 1881, p. 1043. TOWN OF MOUNT HOPE B. L. LOOMIS, farmer, Sec. 8; P. O. Mt. Hope. The subject of this sketch is one of the pioneers of the region where he lives; he was born in 1824, in Erie Co., N. Y.; was a son of John and Mehitable Loomis; at the age of 10 years, he moved with his parents to Lorain Co., Ohio, where he lived until 1845; then to Dane Co., Wis., where he began doing for himself; then to Grant Co., locating in Mt. Hope, where he has lived since, and the section where he lives has long gone by the name of Loomis' Ridge. He was married in Dane Co. in 1848, to Harriet Mayhew, a daughter of William and Lucy Mayhew; they have had three children - two living - Ora M., Carrie, and Lelia (deceased). He has 94 acres of land. Politics, Republican; is a member of the Catholic Church. Has been Justice of the Peace twenty years, Town Treasurer nine years, Road Overseer ten years and School Clerk twelve years. Enlisted in 1864, and served ten months. [I am not related to this family. I'm posting this as a service and hope it helps!]
This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: Larimer, McMinn, Henry Classification: Biography Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/rw/lEC.2ACE/709.1.1 Message Board Post: From "History of Grant County, Wisconsin", 1881, p. 1043 - 1044. TOWN OF HICKORY GROVE JOHN LARIMER, farmer; P. O. Boscobel; he is a son of Hugh and Sarah McMinn, who were natives of Ireland; they came to America in 1819, and located in Herkimer Co., N. Y., where they engaged in farming, and where his father died in 1852. John was born in Tompkins Co., N. Y., in 1825, where he was educated and lived until 1829, when he went to Allegany Co. and engaged in lumbering for some years; then went to Michigan and engaged in the same business for nearly two years, when he came to Hickory Grove and was engaged in a saw-mill; in 1859, he bought the farm where he now lives. Enlisted in the 44th W. V. I. in 1865, and served with his regiment until the war was ended, and was honorably discharged. He was married in Allegany Co., N. Y., July 13, 1851, to Miss Jane Henry, by whom he has one boy living; after her death, he married Miss Matilda Henry; they have seven children living - Hugh, was born Sept. 6, 1856; John Ethan, was born Nov. 12, 1862; William James, was born Nov. ! 13, 1864; Frank Ellsworth, was born Nov. 10, 1866; Ella May, was born June 6, 1869; Norman, was born Aug. 30, 1873; Mattie Bell, was born Nov. 5, 1875. Mr. Larimer is much respected, and has held the offices of Assessor and member of the Board several times, and also District Clerk. [I am not related to this family. I'm posting this as a service and hope it helps!]
This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: Kidd, Washburn Classification: Biography Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/rw/lEC.2ACE/1976 Message Board Post: From "History of Grant County, Wisconsin", 1881, p. 1045. TOWN OF MILLVILLE HON. E. I. KIDD, proprietor of Kidd's Flouring Mill, Millville, which was built in 1845 by William Kidd, Sr., and William Kidd, Jr.; it has two runs of stone, and has a capacity of twenty-five barrels per day. E. I. Kidd was born in this county in 1845. Married Martha P. Washburn, a native of Pennsylvania. Mr. Kidd has held the offices of Chairman of the Town Board, Town Clerk, and, in 1880, was elected to the Legislature from this District. He enlisted in Co. C, 25th W. V. I., in 1862, and was discharged in 1865. [I am not related to this family. I'm posting this as a service and hope it helps!]
Bud, Go to the link below and post your response. This came from the message board, and the person may not be subscribed to this mailing list. Mari List Admin At 10:23 AM 8/9/2006,Bud Engelhardt wrote: >I have the Boorman's signed in on the Wedding/Reception book of my >Grandfather and Grandmother, George A. Willard and Bessie Naomi >Townsend. They were married 26 June 1901 in Mount Hope, Wisconsin. >Would you like a copy? Both were raised in that area. >budengelhardt@msn.com >----- Original Message ----- From: <julie.sandland@ndsu.edu> >To: <WIGRANT-L@rootsweb.com> >Sent: Wednesday, August 09, 2006 7:11 AM >Subject: [WIGRANT] Re: John BOORMAN Biography, NY<WI > > >>This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. >> >>Classification: Query >> >>Message Board URL: >> >>http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/rw/lEC.2ACE/969.2.1 >> >>Message Board Post: >> >>Thanks for this. >>I figured the Boormans also made their way west into Wisconsin, but >>hadn't run across this. >>Julie S.
This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: Kendall, Smith Classification: Biography Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/rw/lEC.2ACE/1975 Message Board Post: From "History of Grant County, Wisconsin", 1881, p. 1042. TOWN OF WYALUSING HON. N. W. KENDALL, Wyalusing; owns 800 acres of land; was born in Oneida Co., N. Y., in 1818; in 1832, he removed to Ohio; four years later he came to Wisconsin, and his first location was in Platteville; he removed to Lancaster in about 1846, where he resided for ten years, and then he located in the village of Wyalusing. Although not an office-seeker, Mr. K. has been chosen by the people to quite a number of important offices; he represented the people in the State Legislature in 1868-69, and was also Sheriff two years. He married Elizabeth Smith, a native of England; they have two children - Albert J. and Ellen. [I am not related to this family. I'm posting this as a service and hope it helps!]
This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: Johnson, Richards Classification: Biography Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/rw/lEC.2ACE/1974 Message Board Post: From "History of Grant County, Wisconsin", 1881, p. 1044. TOWN OF CASTLE ROCK JOHN JOHNSON, Jr., Postmaster, merchant and blacksmith, Castle Rock, is one of the leading citizens of this place; he was born in 1839, in Norway, son of John and Anna Johnson; he came to the United States in 1853, locating in Iowa Co., Wis., near Dodgeville, for two years; thence going to Montfort for two years; then to Castle Rock, where he has since lived. Has kept the post office for a number of years. He was married Oct. 3, 1868, to Huldah E. Richards, a daughter of Solomon and Catherine Richards, and has four children - Herbert J., Willie R., Roy B., Mabel. He was Chairman of Twon Board for two years, and School Clerk for nine years; owns 382 acres of land; in politics, is a Republican. [I am not related to this family. I'm posting this as a service and hope it helps!]
This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: Hyde Classification: Biography Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/rw/lEC.2ACE/1973 Message Board Post: There is a portrait of J. H. Hyde (deceased as of 1881), Lancaster, in "History of Grant County, Wisconsin", 1881, p. 325. That portrait is posted here. [I am not related to this family. I'm posting this as a service and hope it helps!]
This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: Hughes, Morris Classification: Biography Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/rw/lEC.2ACE/827.1 Message Board Post: From "History of Grant County, Wisconsin", 1881, p. 1041. TOWN OF WYALUSING HENRY HUGHES, Sec. 21; P. O. Bridgeport; owns 140 acres of land; born in England in 1827; came to America in 1857, and located in this town. Married Mary Morris, a native of Canada. Mr. H. has two children by a former wife - William Henry and Marion. [I am not related to this family. I'm posting this as a service and hope it helps!]
This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: Horsfall, Patzloff Classification: Biography Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/rw/lEC.2ACE/1972 Message Board Post: From "History of Grant County, Wisconsin", 1881, p. 1045. TOWN OF MILLVILLE DAVID F. HORSFALL, Deputy Postmaster and dealer in general merchandise, Millville; born in Columbiana Co., Ohio, in 1850; came to Wisconsin in 1854 and settled in this town; engaged in business in 1865. Married Lisette Patzloff, a native of Germany; they have one child, Lloyd. Mr. H. is Town Clerk. [I am not related to this family. I'm posting this as a service and hope it helps!]
This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: Hazelton Classification: Biography Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/rw/lEC.2ACE/1319.1 Message Board Post: There is a portrait of Geo. C. HAZELTON in "History of Grant County, Wisconsin", 1881, p. 397. That portrait is posted here. [I am not related to this family. I'm posting this as a service and hope it helps!]
This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: Harvill, Tryon Classification: Biography Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/rw/lEC.2ACE/1971 Message Board Post: From "History of Grant County, Wisconsin", 1881, p. 1042. TOWN OF WYALUSING JOHN M. HARVILL, Sec. 1; P. O. Brodtville; owns 120 acres of land, valued at $15 per acre; born in Illinois in 1839; in 1844, his parents removed to Wisconsin and settled in Beetown; located on this farm in 1864. Married Harriett Tryon, a native of this county; they have five children - William E., Annie L., Frank D., Edgar R., John M. In 1861, Mr. Harvill enlisted in Co. F, 7th W. V. I., and was discharged in 1864. [I am not related to this family. I'm posting this as a service and hope it helps!]
This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: Harford, Malin Classification: Biography Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/rw/lEC.2ACE/1970 Message Board Post: From "History of Grant County, Wisconsin", 1881, p. 1041. TOWN OF WYALUSING J. A. HARFORD, Sec. 6; P. O. Wyalusing; owns 150 acres of land; born in Shelby Co., Ky., in 1831; came to Wisconsin in 1854, and settled in this town. Married Sarah Malin, a native of Kentucky; they have six children - Preston, Jennie, Taylor, Clara, Earnest and May. Mr. Harford has been Justice of the Peace twenty-two years; has also been Chairman of Town Board. [I am not related to this family. I'm posting this as a service and hope it helps!]