William McKinley Jr., a Civil War veteran, had become President in 1897. On September 5, 1901, President and Mrs. McKinley were at the Pan-American Exposition in Buffalo, New York, where he had delivered a speech on tariffs and foreign trade. … Continue reading
Lake Side Cottage 25 guests near water. $6. E.H. Moore.—Brooklyn Daily Eagle, June 17, 1900. Orchard Terrace, Eldred 4 miles Shohola; elevation 1,600 feet; beautiful balsamic and pine clad hills; broad piazzas, hunting, fishing, boating; fine scenery; modern improvements. Booklet. … Continue reading
Mr. Mort Austin in account with Mr. Turner. Fine Groceries, Flour of all grades, Selected Teas, Pure Coffees, and Spices, Butter and Cheeses From the Best Dairies. Foreign and Domestic Fruits, Canned fruits and vegetables. And a full variety of … Continue reading
Anne Mary Austin married Oliver Perry (O.P.) Schoonover in 1846. Anne was quite sickly at least as early as 1857. In December of 1863 Anne wrote to her sister Laura Austin Clark: Four weeks yesterday, I was taken sick with … Continue reading
Part of the enjoyment of working on the Halfway Brook Books is meeting and corresponding (almost always by email) with relatives and descendants of the people who once lived in The Town of Highland or nearby. So you might understand … Continue reading
Jobs in 1900: day laborer, railroad laborer, mason, pastor, hotel keeper, telegraph operator, dressmaker, blacksmith, butcher, hostler (takes care of guest’s horses), teamster, merchant, farmer, carpenter, teacher, salesman, barber, stone cutter, house painter, servant, telegraph lineman, miller, stone cutter, weaver … Continue reading
This is one of my favorite photos in Echo Hill and Mountain Grove. Book 3 Update: I have organized a good portion of all my files (we’re talking LOTS! of info and photos) and have a start on collecting photos … Continue reading
Today the 1940 census is available. I’m hopeful of downloading it within a few days. The site seems to be overloaded right now. So in honor of the 1940 census, here are some folks who lived in the Town of … Continue reading
