Adams - Family History & Genealogy Message Board

George Dawes book about resident of Adams Co., WI

Paul E. Newell — 18 Sep 2006 9:22:21 GMT

My 2nd great-granduncle, George William Russell (1853-1930), migrated to Wood Co., Wisconsin in the mid-1870's and then settled near Monroe Center, Adams Co., WI. He married Edith H. STEWART and they're both buried in the cemetery at Monroe Center.

A couple of years ago, a correspondent sent me a copy of paragraphs from a manuscript or book that George Dawes wrote about rural residents of Adams County. The paragraphs describe humorous and interesting activities about my George W. Russell and others.

I want to reproduce these paragraphs and provide a detailed reference to the George Dawes document, i.e., title, publication information, etc. I've searched on the Internet but have not been able to find the target document.

I would appreciate it if you could provide me with the detailed reference information.

Paul E. Newell
Ellicott City, MD

Ahyatt Rook & Family early 1900's

Pam B — 4 Nov 2004 2:52:47 GMT

Looking for information on the Rook family living in or near Grand Marsh in the early 1900's. Ahaytt was the son of Jedediah Rook & Elizabeth Hull. He was born in Janesville WI. Married Clara A. Case bef 1877 in Janesville Rock Co WI.
Had children:
Herbert F. Rook
Lotte Rook married Ralph Vincent
Harold N. Rook married Ella R. Wickham
Earl Rook

I have information on his siblings and grandparents to share.

Looking for Wenzels (Wisconsin area)

queserashiraz — 17 Aug 2008 12:37:14 GMT

My grandfather was Lyle Wenzel, son of Hattie (1893 - 1969) and Emil (1893 - 1959) Wenzel; brother to Joyce, Glenn, Orin, and Winton. Lyle grew up in Easton, Wisconsin. Hattie eventually moved to Wausau, after they left the Easton farm.

I am looking for any information about Hattie and Emil, Hattie's maiden name, or any information about their parents.

Also, if anyone knows information about how Winton Wenzel died, or the specifics of his military service, I would be very interested in that as well!

Colburn/Leola Cemetery Listings 1983:

JeanNicholsonB — 7 Jun 2002 1:44:09 GMT

pilot knob

wskksw — 10 Jul 2008 6:31:11 GMT

i don't think that i am delusional, however...
at some point i found a site that had photographs of headstones at saint methodious/pilot knob.
i'm darned if i can find it.
any help would be greatly appreciated.
thank-you,
kevin warren
grand-son of violet polivka; son of lois

William W. Delap father of Edna Mae - Help needed

pattie — 30 May 2008 3:38:42 GMT

William W. Delap(p) (1866-1858) appears to have been married twice. He and his families lived in around Adams and Juneau County during that time.

Edna Mae Delap(p)seems to have been born to Wm and his second wife Victoria Sanderson (1890-1965). I believe they were married after 1911.

Edna married a gentleman with the last name of Edgerton. I am looking for an obit for Edna who died on May 8 2005 in Friendship Wisconsin or any other info on this family.

Mrs. May (KNIGHT) REINE, d. March 1893

JoanBenner — 18 Apr 2003 11:58:42 GMT

Adams County Press [Friendship, Adams Co., WI], Saturday March 18, 1893 Page 5

Mrs. Mary REINE died last Sunday night. May KNIGHT, though the home of her girlhood was in Necedah, was well known by the people here where she attended school for some time. She was married a year ago to Mr. John REINE, and since that time her home had been in Quincy. She leaves to mourn her husband, mother, 2 sisters and a little son 5 weeks old. The funeral was held at Strongs Prairie Corners last Tuesday.

Platt Maps

jmkuks — 25 Oct 2003 2:28:22 GMT

Early PLATT MAPS of Adams county. What is the earliest one made, is it still available? if so where would it be located? Rowley is the surname I am interested in regard to the Platt map. Any leads or advice would greatly be appreciated........

Parents of James and Robert Crothers?

stutzfab4 — 11 Jun 2007 2:09:41 GMT

Hi,
I see there are some people researching the Crothers family from Ireland. Brothers Robert and James came to Canada from Ireland in 1841, and then on to Wisconsin in 1856. I'm looking for the father of these brothers. Does anyone know what his name was? I found some info on their mother Margaret Graham. Was Graham her maiden name?
Any info would be so helpful.
Thanks!!
Colleen

WI, Maud Marion Patterson

aesund — 21 Apr 2008 11:45:21 GMT

I am looking for any information on the family of my great,great grandmother Maud Marion Patterson (alternately spelled Petterson). She was born in 1883, and in 1900, married Ira French and lived in or near Big Flats, WI. They had two daughters, my great grandmother Minotta, and her sister Leola, as well as a son who died in infancy.

Family records are sketchy, and while I know quite a bit about the Frenches, I have no further information regarding Maud's parents or family. Any direction from other Patterson researches would be welcome.

Appreciatively,

Adrienne

Joseph Burian born April 1839 in Bohemia

ghoerauf — 15 Apr 2008 1:36:59 GMT

My great grandfather was Joseph Burian born April 1839 in Bohemia. My grandfather Albert Burian born Jan 7, 1885 in Wisconsin, died 1947 in Oregon. Married to Rachel LaMason. My mother Arlie A. Burian born 1911 in Adams County Wisconsin, died Feb 18, 2006 in Springfield, OR. Going to Prague in June. Wanting to know if family still exists in former Bohemia. Any help will be appreciated.

Fritz WITT

Joan Benner — 22 Jun 2001 11:15:06 GMT

looking for Obit For Swiger/Larson

BonnieHarbeson — 18 Dec 2007 5:10:11 GMT

I am looking for a obit for a child Ronald Swiger who died in July 1973. he drowned in the Castle Rock Flowage of the Wisconsin River. His Mothers name was Mrs Roy Larson. They were From Friendship Wisconsin. He was only 9 .

Thanks
Bonnie

JOHNSON, Mrs. Anna - d: 1929

jackieh — 8 Mar 2008 4:19:03 GMT

Miss Anna Carlson, 73, died at her home here on March 13 from chronic bronchitis. She was born January 6, 1856 in Bass, Norway. She came to America in 1886 and became a resident of Necedah. On February 19, 1888 she was married to Nels Johnson at Arkdale, and has lived in this locality ever since. Five of the nine children survive her: Mrs. Herbert Thrasher, Adams; Mrs. Arthur Nelson of North Hollywood, Calif., Mrs. Alex Stormoen, Mrs. John Stormoen and Mrs. Iverina Thomm, all of Dellwood. Mrs. Johnson had not been in the best of health for many years, and for the past eight weeks had been very ill.
Eleven hours after the death of Mrs. Johnson, her granddaughter, Laura Rachel Stormoen died of pneumonia. She was the duaghter of Mr.and Mrs. John Stormoen; born September 10, 1927 and died Thursday morning, March 14, 1829. She is survived by her parents, four brothers and four sisters. A double funeral was held from the Methodist church, Rev. Saetveit of Arkdale officiating and the Lutheran choir of Arkdale furnishing the music. The relatives in attendance were Ole Stormoen, Clara and Sylvia Stormoen, Mr. and Mrs. John Stormoen, Norwald, Joseph, Ragna, Alice, Ida and Olga Stormoen, Mr. and Mrs. Hallie Chaffee, of Stevens Point, Mr. and Mrs. Henry Speas, of Necedah, Mr. and Mrs. Herbert Thrasher of Adams, Nels Johnson and Mrs. Irverene Thomm and son of Dellwood.
Two brothers of Mrs. Nels Johnson were unable to be present. They were B. Carlson of the town of Monroe and Ole Benson of Pangina, Saskatchwean, Canada. Interment was in the cemetery north of Dellwood. We extend our depest sympathy.
Wisconsin Rapids Daily Tribune, Thursday, 21 Mar 1929

Diary of the late 1800's

jbbeals — 11 Sep 2001 5:32:03 GMT

I have been transcribing my great uncle Lyman Barringers diary. The diary begins in 1869 in Adams County where Lyman is living. He eventually moves to Iowa. I have recently put up a website concerning the diary at http://lymanbarringer.homestead.com/enter.html. He mentions numerous names and historical information in his diary that may be of interest to researchers in Wisconsin and especially Adams County.

WW1 Soldiers from Wisconsin - O'Connell

leachj42 — 8 Feb 2008 11:51:56 GMT

Does anyone know if soldiers in the army who were killed in action in WW1 had death records sent home by the military and where those records are?
Ray T. O'Connell (nee Timothy Raymond O'Connell) was killed in Belleau, France in the battle of the wood, July 21, 1918 and buried in the Aisne-Marne American Cemetery.
Timothy Raymond O'Connell was born February 17, 1895 in Kilbourn, Wisconsin, the son of Thomas W. O'Connell. He lived in Dell Prairie, Wisconsin when he was drafted into the war.

I would like to obtain the death record for Ray O'Connell. (nee Timothy Raymond)

Irish Familes in Dellona, New Haven and Dells

Conaill — 7 Aug 2001 11:17:59 GMT

I am decendent of Timothy O'Connell (b. 1826 Co. Kerry Ireland, d. 1871) who lived in New Haven Township near Big Springs. His family along with many other Irish familes in this area came to the Dells working on the Milwaukee - LaCrosse railroad around 1857-1859. Prior to settling in the Dells, these familes worked on the Indianapolis - Terre Haute railroad and settled in Greencastle, Putnam Co. Indiana approximately 1852-1855. Timothy's daughter Catherine, and son Daniel were born in Greencastle. They most likely enterd the US through the port of Boston.

Timothy emigrated from Ireland with four brothers. Two of them, Morris and James, settled in the Dells area. The other two either settled in Indiana, Boston, or Baltimore. There were two other O'Connell families in this area. Patrick O'Connell was Timothy's first cousin, and I am unsure how Michael O'Connell was related.

Timothy married Mary Shahan probably in Indiana. She was the daughter of Timothy Shahan. Timothy Shahan settled in the Dells. Timothy Shahan most likely passed away in the Dells area, but I am unable to find his death certificate or burial. His sons moved to Boone County, Indiana.

If anyone has any information to share please e-mail me.

Greenwood family

franderson — 30 Dec 2001 7:55:17 GMT

I would like information on the Greenwood family who lived in Adams county. My great-great grandfather, Thomas Jackson Greenwood married Eliza Strawbridge Turner in 1825. About 1850 they moved to Quincy, WI. She died in Sept 1865, and he died Oct 25, 1885. I would like to know where they are buried.
Their son, Mellen, b 1828, worked at lumbering in Quincy, WI until about April 1858.
Thomas Greenwood's son by his first wife was Leonard Greenwood, b.1821 and he bought a farm in Quincy, WI in 1855. Leonard's son, Albert Greenwood, b. 1856, was in partnership of Greenwood and Hesler (a retail hardware store) at Friendship, WI. Also believe he was a sheriff of Adams county in the early 1900s.
I would appreciate any information on this family.

Fran Anderson

theodore warnke

daveledoux — 13 Nov 2007 2:04:32 GMT

need more info on theodore wanke 1844-1899
wife augusta 1855-1916 will take what ever you can find thanks dave

Obituary Search - Adams

ArthurJLamberti — 15 Dec 2007 9:48:38 GMT

I would appreciate an obituary lookup for three children who were killed in a fire in the town of Adams on January 28, 1952. Their names are Lavern (age 3), Ronald (age 1) and Barbara (age 2) Paulick. Their parents were Walter and Lillian. They are buried in Friendship cemetery. If possible, I would like the name of the newspaper that list the obituary/ies. Thank you

collins in or around new chester

daveledoux — 15 Nov 2007 5:28:30 GMT

need info on harry l collins and his father john w collins
john was born in ohio and i tink he died there

john 1844-1929
harry 1877-1957

Boyd, Kesley, Reichoff family connection of Adams, WI. cir: 1950's

marthae101 — 12 Nov 2007 8:07:37 GMT

Hello: I am searching for a Mrs. Henry Reichoff, daughter of Nellie Hanson-Kesley-Boyd. Died SD. Brother Warden Kelsey, who was living in Columbia Falls, SD, at the time of their mothers death. 1955.
I am a great niece of Sam Boyd. I have found lots of Kesley and Boyd cousins. Would like some of the family history as
no one has the same story.
Would like for all of us to be in contact with each other.
I know there are Boyd & Kesleys around the US that would like to hear from you.
Thank you.
Kind reguards,
Martha in CA

KRONEMANN

DAWN — 1 Jul 2004 6:49:23 GMT

ANY INFORMATION WOULD GREATLY BE APPRECIATED. GRANDFATHERS NAME IS ALFRED KRONEMANN AND GRANDMOTHERS NAME IS HELEN KRONEMANN. (WHITE CREEK AREA)

1911 High School Students

JoanBenner — 18 Apr 2003 11:58:42 GMT

Adams County Press [Friendship, Adams Co. WI], Saturday April 8, 1911, Page 1 Column 2

Editor: Minnie STEVENS
Committee: Evelyn THORSEN and Bessie STOWE

During the past month there has been one case of tardiness in the Primary Room and the following have had perfect attendance:
Joe BIDAR, Frank CAPEK, Francis DEITZMAN, Gustav EIGENBRODT, Gertie GAVINSKI, Lyle HOARD, Walter KEOHLER, Walter and Carrie LAMPHEAR, Lydia LUKAS, Agnes, Clara and Wilma MACHOVEC, Merton PAYN, Ethel and Frank PEASE, Victor PROCHASKA, Edith SMITH, Bertha THOMPSON, Annie VOBORIL, Elizabeth WERNER, Mayme WILBUR, Alfred and William HECKLE.

The names of the pupils on the perfect attendance list of the Grammar Room are: Anna HAVLIK, Cora HENRY, Leonard HODAN, Edith and Johnnie HURLEY, Charlie KUHLA, August LERCH, Doris LEWIS, Irma McCONICK, Birtal PEASE, Burton PIERCE, David PEASE, Mabel PURVES, Harriet SCHAFMAN, Lloyd and Berniece SULLIVAN, Lewis and Lola SMITH, Clara SMITH, Fern THOMPSON, Howard WAITE, Marie WERNER, Berniece WILBUR, William WINES, Otto ZIKA, Otto PROCHASKA, Arthur HOARD.

Those having been absent are: Anna BIDAR, Marie CAPEK, William KUHN, Cecile SMITH and Thornton PIERCE. There have been four cases of absence in the High School.

Sharon J. Stanley, 1944 - 2002

JoanBenner — 18 Apr 2003 11:58:42 GMT

From the Adams County Times & Friendship Reporter, Wed. July 24, 2002, Page 8B (not the complete obit due to copyright restrictions)

Sharon J. Stanley, age 58, of Dellwood, died Friday, July 19, 2002 in La Crosse.

Sharon was born Jan. 13, 1944 in West Dundee, Illinois to Bernard and Rose (Kutzleb) Theissing. She was married to Jim Stanley in 1963.

Survivors include her husband; three sons; a brother; her father-in-law; and five grandchildren.

Funeral services were Monday July 22, at Roseberry's Funeral Home. Services were also held July 25 at Wesley Methodist church at Elgin, Illinois.

PROCHASKA-LAYER

JanBaker — 23 Sep 2001 5:43:07 GMT

Morgan Family & Atkins Family

BarbMorgan1946 — 28 Sep 2007 3:22:31 GMT

In 1848 Horace and Hannah Morgan purchased land in Adams County. If there are any interested I have the family history going back to the year 270. Going forward, I have the history of the family through their son, Justin Morgan, who homesteaded in the Towns of Easton/New Chester. At present I am working on the members of the family from the middle of the 1900's to present, trying to update the history and locating the missing links.

In the Atkins family I have what there is known from Horace Atkins birth in England in 1816, to their move to Adams County in 1845, and through to the death of Eva Pearl Atkins Werner in 2001. There are family members that moved away that can fill in the gaps. At this time I have not been able to locate them.

Burhite and Rasmussen births, Jan. 1899

Joan Benner — 15 Jan 2006 8:26:59 GMT

From the Adams County Press [Friendship, Adams Co., WI], 21 January 1899, Page 1, New Rome news column

Born, to Mr. and Mrs. Rasmussen, Jan. 11, a girl.

Mr. and Mrs. Bela Burhite are rejoicing over the arrival of an eleven pound girl.

Mrs. Dorothy (BELL) JOHNSON, 1822 - 1898

Joan Benner — 22 Jun 2001 11:15:06 GMT

From the Adams County Press, Saturday August 6, 1898, Page 5 Column 4

Plainville News Column
Mrs. Dorothy JOHNSON, a much respected old lady, died at her home at Olin, Monday evening July 26, 1898. Mrs. JOHNSON was sick only a few days, and her death came unexpectedly. The deceased performed truly and nobly the work left her, and was ever ready with a mother's hand to help in the time of need or trouble. Dorothy BELL was born August 22, 1822, in the state of Kentucky, and was married to Clarkson JOHNSON in 1843, in Indiana, where they lived several years. In 1853 they moved to Columbia county, in Wisconsin, and in 1862 moved to Adams county, where she lived to the time of her death. Her husband died several years ago. She leaves to mourn her death, two daughters in Michigan, one daughter in Dakota, one son in Washington, one daughter and three sons in this place. The funeral was held at the home Wednesday afternoon, Rev. Verran of Kilbourn, officiating.

Jacob Ransom VROMAN

Joan Benner — 22 Jun 2001 11:15:06 GMT

Theron Clark Chaffee - White Creek, WI

Terry W. Chaffee — 19 Nov 2002 8:09:26 GMT

Looking for info on Theron Clark Chaffee, born abt 02-1880 in White Creek, WI and am not sure which county that was in in 1880. He might have died young, but don't know. His father was James W. Chaffee dob 09-06-1842 in Peterboro, Madison Co., NY but lived in Sauk Co.(Kilbourn City and Baraboo)for a time. Theron's mother was Amarilla "Eliza" Clark dob 05-17-1847 Peterboro, NY. Do know that James and Eliza ended up in Santa Monica, L.A. Co., in the early 1900's(at least 1920)and died there. Cannot locate Theron to this present date. Any sources to suggest? Thanks, Terry W. Chaffee

Otto ARENDSEE Obit d. 2/4/1903

Armin8440 — 12 Jan 2004 7:21:53 GMT

Otto Arendsee died at his home one mile east of Friendship on Feb 4 1903, of diabetes, after a long and painful illness.
The subject of this notice was a native of Germany, having been born in that country on July 18, 1852. Later in the same year his parents emigrated to America and came to Wisconsin, settling on a farm in the town of Springfield in Marquette County. Here he passed the years of his childhood and many years of his life.
Adams County Press Feb 14, 1903 p4c3

Robert LINDNER, Big Flats, abt 1913

Mgnikki — 23 Oct 2002 5:21:22 GMT

I'm looking for possible descendents of Robert LINDNER (1848, Germany, son of Gottlob LINDNER and Caroline SPEGEL) and Emilie KUEHN, married 1873 in Fond du Lac County. At least two girls, Caroline (1874)and "Bertha" (1876), were born when they lived in Calumet Harbor, Fond du Lac Co. They later had Amos, Edward, Richard and Otto. Either his brother Otto or his son Otto lived in Friendship, Adams Co. The granddaughter of Robert's brother Richard "Emil" LINDNER writes that Robert lived in Big Flats (1913).

Holm, Hansen, Thorsen, Barrett, Smith, Bennett

Betty Charnholm — 11 May 2001 12:00:00 GMT

I am searching for descendants of Clara A. Holm and William S. Bennett. They were married in Adams Co. on 22 September 1891. They had one son that I know of, Bertram Bennett. They moved to Wyoming and then moved back to Adams Co.
I am working on all descendants of Holm, Hansen and Thorsen in Adams Co., and would be interested in any connections on those names.

Thomas Freeman

jesusonlygal — 6 Aug 2007 7:15:03 GMT

i am searching for Thomas Freeman who was married to a Milly Lunsford. Milly had a 2nd spouse, Samuel Hollingsworth. i dont have dates but i think Thomas was born about 1830. Milly was the daughter of Ephraim Lunsford and Sarah Collins. thanks.
Philip & Denise Rancour
Shelton, WA
jesusonlygal@msn.com

Wintersteen family in Springville, Adams Co WI

chrisw_99 — 17 Jul 2007 10:17:13 GMT

I have done some research on Jacob Wintersteen and his wife, Hannah Ann Moore, who migrated from Geauga Co OH to Springville Adams Co WI about 1860. They had 15 known children. Some migrated to MN (Clarence and Jacob C) , and Chicago (Ella Shipman and Carrie Ament), but others stayed in Adams Co, WI (Emma Thorne, William, Marietta McCaustland). I am a Haskins researcher not a descendant of this line. My interest in this family was because I believe they descend from William Peter Wintersteen and Lydia Haskins Stevens (buried in Montville, Geauga Co, OH). Lydia was the d/o Moses Stevens and Miriam/Mariam Stevens. Miriam was d/o Lydia Haskins and Elihu Stevens. I would be happy to share any of my research with Wintersteen descendants.

James Flick obit Jul 2003

Kathy — 7 Sep 2004 12:07:40 GMT

Would someone please be kind enough to lookup an obit for me? I am trying to find the obit of James Flick who died 23 July 2003. Thanks for your help!
Kathy

Applebees, Greens & Wilsons

atrickey — 3 Jan 2006 2:15:36 GMT

Hi,
I'm looking for any information on the Applebee families from Adams and Waushara Co. I have Thomas married to Jane Wilson and Effie Green m. to William Applebee and Loudon married to Elsie Green. These families are on my side as well as my husbands side and would like to find someone who has done more extensive research on them to help me link them together.

Thank you,
Dolly

William "Will" R. BOKSA, 1954 - 2002

JoanBenner — 18 Apr 2003 11:58:42 GMT

From the Daily Tribune [Wisconsin Rapids, Wood Co., WI], Saturday June 8, 2002, Page 2A (not the complete obit due to copyright restrictions)

William "Will" R. BOKSA, 48, of Arkdale, died Wednesday, June 5, 2002, as the result of an auto accident.

Mr. BOKSA was born April 14, 1954, in Chicago, to Ralph and Dorothy (BROTT) BOKSA. He married Bonnie WESTFAHL in 1986, in Ogonquit, Maine.

Survivors include his wife; one daughter, Brenda; his parents; his brother, Wayne; and his sister, Karen (Mark) THOMPSON.

Funeral services will be held at Immanuel Lutheran Church, Adams. Interment will be in South Arkdale Cemetery. Roseberry's Funeral Home and Crematory, Friendship, are assisting with arrangements.

Looking for info on Hans Johnson

jv92_1 — 20 Jun 2007 5:45:16 GMT

I am looking for info on Hans Johnson. He was born in Big Flats between 1880 and 1900 son of Lewis and Christina Johnson. His siblings included Peter Johnson b 1881, Fred Johnson b 1887, Sofia Johnson b 1886, Anna Perkins, Mary Perkins, Louisa Pike, Gertrude Murray. He moved out west in the early 1900's living in California and possibly Washington. He is a brother to my Great Grandfather Fred Johnson. Any info would be greatly appreciated. You can email me at jv92@charter.net

Alice B. ENGELRUP, 1928 - 2002

JoanBenner — 18 Apr 2003 11:58:42 GMT

Alice B. ENGELRUP, 73, of Arkdale, died Monday, June 3, 2002.

Mrs. ENGELRUP was born July 31, 1928, in Oak Park, IL, to Robert and Lorraine (FREDRICKSON) LAMSON. She married Alvin Wayne ENGELRUP in 1990. She was a resident of Wisconsin since 1990.

Survivors include her husband; two daughters, Shirley (Stephen) POWELL, and Janet VAUGHN; one son, Michael (Jeannie) LEFFEW Jr.; three stepdaughters, Kimberly HUPER; Carmen MEYER, and Willayne McLEAN; 13 grandchildren; and one sister, Shirley KUYKENDALL.

Memorial services will be held at Roseberry's Funeral Home and Crematory, Friendship.

January 1891 local news

JoanBenner — 18 Apr 2003 11:58:42 GMT

Adams County Press [Friendship, Adams Co., WI], Saturday January 31, 1891, Page 5 Column 5

Mrs. S. BEALS is visiting with her daughter, Mrs. Will BAMBER, in Big Spring this week.

Mrs. Peter KINNEY passed away Sunday night after a few days of severe suffering.

E. VANALSTINE and sister, Mrs. NELSON, visited at S. K. RICH's Sunday.

Sheriff ZENTNER came up to the county seat on Wednesday afternoon, and at once placed himself in custody of Under-Sheriff ATCHERSON, who held Ralph overnight, and then, after inspecting the larder of the ATCHERSON house, gladly let him go at his own recognizance.

Mike O'CONNELL went back to Sherry Saturday, where he works in the sawmill.

George BENJAMIN, of Richfield, was brought before Judge KEYES last Wednesday upon a warrant charging him with adultery. On application of the defendant, the examination was adjourned until Monday, February 2nd.

Monday of this week was the 21st anniversary of the birthday of A. B. LANDT, the eldest son of County Treasurer LANDT. The young gentleman was the recipient on the occasion of a beautiful gold watch and chain, the gift of his parents.

Bernie LANDT, who had been making his friends here a two week's visit, returned to Tomah last Wednesday.

Mrs. Hattie WOOD, a daughter of Charley SHELDON, is visiting with her friends and relatives. She resides in the south part of the State. Her husband has been sent to the insane hospital at Mendota.

Miss Hattie G. MOORE, daughter of H. H. MASON, is visiting with her father. She will remain a couple of weeks yet.

On the night of the 20th anniversary of the wedding day of Mr. and Mrs. Levi TAYLOR, a house full of friends of the worthy couple gathered to pay their best respects and kindest wishes for their future welfare. A full set of gold-banded table-ware was presented to them. All enjoyed a good social time and partook of a sumptous supper prepared by the ladies of Big Spring and vicinity.

Calvery cemetery, Wisconsin Dells

leachj42 — 11 Feb 2007 3:29:43 GMT

Does anyone live near the Calvery cemetery in Wisconsin Dells?
I have a number of relatives buried there and would like SKS to snap a few digital photos if possible.
Thanks,
James Leach
Rhode Island

Elijah King

luap40 — 19 Apr 2007 3:51:02 GMT

Trying to find info on Elijah King. In the 1860 census at Chester, Adams, WI., Elijah was 80 years old. I assume that he died in WI His first wife was Polly and it is believed that he remarried to a Lydia Sherwood 27 Jul 1848 in Waukesha County WI. Any researcher can contact me

Atcherson

RDILL — 25 Jun 2001 1:01:03 GMT

I am researching the family of Atcherson and am the ggggrandaughter of Thomas Atcherson of Saxton's River, Windham County, Vermmont. Thomas, Jr. moved to Plainville, WI and had a son Oscar. From what I understand a bio of Oscar (who was married in Brattleboro, VT) is in a book called "A Memorial and Biographical Record and Illustrated Compendium of Local Biography including Sketches of Hundreds of Prominent Old Settlers and Representative Citizens of Columbia, Sauk and Adams, Counties" ppublished by George A. Ogle in 1901. If someone knows of this family and can add anything I would love to hear from you. I would also like to have a copy of the biography and will be more than happy to reimburse for the copy and postage.
Thank you, Dotty

Isaac Benedict death info

lcreekman — 1 Feb 2007 3:36:23 GMT

Hello,
I am looking for information on:
Isaac Benedict b 14 Nov 1823 in Chautauqua County New York
Spouse Mary Hall b. 7 Jun 1827
Children: Hiram,Flora,Willis,Lizzie,Herbert and Allie
The 1870 Census List him as a farmer in Monroe, Adams county Wisconsin.
Daughter Flora was married in 1873 to L. A. Rous.
Mary and "W" Benedict were listed as witnesses at her wedding.
The 1875 Wisconsin State census list Willis as Head of Household with 3 males and 2 females in the house.

1880 Census finds Mary head of house with Herbert and Lizzie living in Washington State. Willis and Hirum are there as well living in different houses.

My guess is Isaac died sometime between 1870 and 1873.
I would love to find his grave if possible. Any link to cemeteries in the area would be greatly appriciated. He doesn't come up on the Wisconsin State internet death index.

Thanks
Layne Bachman
Spokane WA

Sinclair Obit

lorretta21 — 20 Feb 2007 12:50:09 GMT

Feb.20,1908( Thurs.)
Emily Gleason Winters Sinclair, daughter of Jesse and Dardena Gleason,was born Aug.1st.,1836 in the town of Candor,Tioga county,N.Y., moved to Wisconsin in 1855 and settled in what is now the town of Monroe,Adams county, where she has since resided, until on Feb.6th while visiting her sister at South Bend,Ind. God called her home at the age of71 years,6 months and 8 days. She leaves an aged husband, one daughter,Mrs.Ruby Thurber, of Iowa and one son, Byron W. of Necedah besides a large circle of friends to mourn her absence. She is the last of a family of eleven children except one sister,Mrs.Berkley.The funeral was held at the U.B. church at Strong Prairie of which she has been a member for many years. Rev.J.B.O'Connor officiated and spoke words of comfort to the living from Rev.13-14,,interment in the Spring Creek cemetery.

Harold Frank Schieber aka Frank Schieber (Obituary)

RobertSchieber55 — 16 Mar 2007 4:20:44 GMT

Taken from Adams County Times, probably in the beginning of June of 1994.

Harold Frank Schieber, age 87 of Adams, died Monday, May 30, 1994, at Adams County Memorial in Friendship.
Funeral services were held on Saturday, June 4, at 2:00 p.m. at Roseberry's Funeral Home in Friendship, Wis. Rev. Glenn Dunn Officiated. Burial was at the Mt. Repose Cemetery in Friendship.
Harold was born on Jan. 24, 1907 in Grand Marsh, the son of Arthur and Elsie Schieber. He worked as a carpenter in general construction.
Surviving are his wife, Eva Schieber, Adams; one daughter, Elsie Kaye, Centerville, Ga.: and one sister, Ada Strand, Madison.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Arthur and Elsie; wives, Anna Rose Prazma (1951), and Margaret Abbott Hodge (1977) and two sons, Jim and Harold.

Transcribers note: He was also preceded in death by his first wife Clara Ottosen and he also had another sister Ida.
I am related and can be emailed at robertschiebersr@yahoo.com

Need A Kind Voluteer

Betty — 25 Aug 2004 6:52:31 GMT

I'm looking for the death dates ,cemetery ,for the following family from Strongs Priarie Twp. I'm not sure if Torger is brother to Ole and Thomas .....
Thank you for any help in advance .
Betty

Surname : Lonear, Lonar , Loaner
Loaner, Ole , brother d. after 1930 census
Loaner, Thomas ,brother d. after 1930 census
Loaner, Aasore , mother d. after 1900 census
Lonear , Torger ,brother ? d. before 1920 census
wife Randi/ Dena nee Dalve d. after 1930

Census Info......
1900 census record -Strongs Prairie, Adams, Wisconsin
Lonar Torger , Randi , Mable, Delbert, Raynel and Stella

1900 census record -Strongs Prairie, Adams, Wisconsin
Lonar, Tom (Thomas) , b.Aug 1848 ,Norway , age 57 , mother Aasore ? age 83, WD , b. May , 1816 Norway
next door
Lonar , Ole , b. Jan 1858 , Norway , age 48

1910 census record -Strongs Prairie, Adams, Wisconsin
Loner , Torger , Demi / Dena, Mable, Delbert, Raynel

1910 census record -Strongs Prairie, Adams, Wisconsin
Ole Lonar b. 1857 ,Norway and a brother Tom Lonar b. 1848/1849 ,Norway
They maybe brother’s of Torger Lonar

1920 census record -Strongs Prairie, Adams, Wisconsin
Loaner , Tom ,age 61
Loaner, Ole , age 71

Tom and Ole live next door and 2 houses away lives Torger Loaner

Loaner, Torger, age 64 ,Randi, age 58 , Raynel age 22
Next door to Torger lives brother Delbert

Loaner , Delbert , 24

1930 Census Place: Strongs Prairie, Adams, Wisconsin;
Loaner, Ole, 72
live next door
Loaner, Thomas , age 82

1930 Census Place: Strongs Prairie, Adams, Wisconsin;
Delbert , Raynel and mother Randi

1930 Census Place: Strongs Prairie, Adams, Wisconsin;
Loaner , Delbert , 35 , son Roy 19

Note: Delbert Loaner is listed 2 x’s

Podewiltz - Miller wedding, 1899

Joan Benner — 5 Apr 2005 2:56:13 GMT

From the Wood County Reporter [Grand Rapids, Wood Co., WI], Thursday July 27, 1899, Page 5

Miss Martha Podewiltz, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Henry Podewiltz of this city, was married today, Thursday, at the Congregational parsonage, to James R. Miller of Strongs Prairie, Adams county. They will reside at the farm home of Mr. Miller on the Plover road, opposite Mike Vincent's farm. Mr. Miller is sixty years of age, his bride twenty-one. He was formerly a Methodist minister.

Wisconsin Genealogy and History Photo's

la62x — 19 Feb 2007 10:55:14 GMT

Lori Bennett created a private web site called "Wisconsin Genealogy Photo's" on beta.myfamily.com and would like you to join. If you would like to join please email Lori at la62x@aol.com.with your name and email address. Thank you,Lori

Ivern KINCADE, 1926 - 2002

JoanBenner — 18 Apr 2003 11:58:42 GMT

From the Daily Tribune [Wisconsin Rapids, Wood Co., WI], Sat. April 27, 2002, Page 2A (not the complete obit due to copyright restrictions)

Ivern Kincade, 75, of Nekoosa, died April 25, 2002, at Port Edwards.

Ivern was born Sept. 25, 1926, in Birdell, Arkansas, to Henry and Nola Mae (CAMPBELL) HUFSTEDLER.

Survivors include two sons, William KASPUTIS and Charles (Nancy) TURNER; one daughter, Sandra (Gregory) BAINTER; 10 grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren; and two sisters, Imogene ROMINES and Christine GORDON.

Burial will be at a later date in Old Union Cemetery, Birdell, Arkansas, and there will be no public services. Roseberry's Funeral Home and Crematory, Friendship, is in charge of arrangements.

FIKE

jfausmith — 7 Feb 2007 9:47:59 GMT

I am looking for information on my Great-Grandmother Alice Ann Fike. The only information I have on her is that she was married to Alvin J. Whiteside in 1984 in Livingston, Illinois and died 1934 in Livingston Illinois.

Thanks for any help.

Hannah Joyal/Jesse Schoff

Bev Liermann — 4 Sep 2004 8:11:45 GMT

I am trying to find who Hannah JOYAL was before she married Jesse SCHOFF. I believe she was married to a Joyal because she is mentioned as Mrs. Hannah Joyal as Jesse's second wife in his death notice. Also a Hiram Joel is listed as Jesse Schoff's stepson in the Springville, Adams Co., census. There is a Hiram Joyal buried in the Plainville Cemetery who was a civil war veteran. Any information on this Joyal family would be greatly appreciated.

Old Dell Prairie aka Herrigus Cemetery Tombstone Photos

TSVickery — 9 Jan 2007 5:46:57 GMT

Adams County (Dell Prairie Township) Old Dell Prairie aka
Herrigus Cemetery Tombstone Photos

These photos were generously taken and contributed to these
pages by Larry & Linda Kopet! Please take a moment to thank
them for this terrific resource!

http://www.rootsweb.com/~usgenweb/wi/cemetery/adams-dellprai...

Tina Vickery
http://www.rootsweb.com/~usgenweb/wi/cemetery/

Frank STARLING 1939-1968

lindacates69 — 24 Jun 2001 3:56:43 GMT

From the Adams County Times Thur. July 11, 1968 P1

Frank Starling, 28, died early Wednesday morning, July 3, at Riverview Hospital, Wisconsin Rapids, where he was admitted on Tuesday following a heart attack.

Funeral services were held Saturday, July 6, at 1 p.m. in the Roseberry's Funeral Home, the Rev. Richard L. Halom officiating, with burial in the Big Flats Cemetery.

Mr. Starling was born in Springfield, Ill. Aug. 24, 1939.

He is survived by his father and stepmother, Mr. and Mrs. Lloyd Starling, Friendship; his mother, Mrs. Martha Starling, Kenosha; two brothers, John, Kenosha, and Lloyd Jr., Grand Marsh, and six sisters, Mrs. Ruby Bratley, Wisconsin Dells; Mrs. Rose McGregor, Fleetwood, Pa.; Mrs. Dorothy Rheinwand, Biron; Mrs. Lois Brown, Milwaukee; Mrs. Virginia Hassenbein, Burlington, and Mrs. Martha Lang, Plainfield.

Also surviving are two half-brothers, Frederick Starling, Chicago, and Albert Starling, Fleetwood, Pa., and a halfsister, Mrs. Patricia Knight, Westfield.
NOTE:"I have no further information on any of these families".

Frank MASON, d. 1921

Joan Benner — 22 Jun 2001 11:15:06 GMT

From the Friendship Reporter, Thursday January 13, 1921, Page 1

Frank MASON died suddenly, following a stroke of apoplexy, at his home in Adams, on Friday, January 7th.

Deceased is survived by a widow, a daughter, Miss Nina, at home, three sons, Raymond, at Oxford; Oscar, of Portland, and Henry of Adams.

Funeral services were held at the Congregational Church in Adams, on Tuesday, January 11th, Rev. Barker officiating, and interment was in Mount Repose cemetery.

Albert Gray returns from the Klondike in 1897

Joan Benner — 26 Dec 2006 1:18:04 GMT

From the Adams County Press (Friendship WI), Saturday August 21, 1897, Page 4 Column 1

Albert D. Gray, the young man from Grand Rapids, Wis., who went to Alaska with a party of Wood County friends in April, 1896, returned home last Sunday morning, to spend the winter and return to Alaska in the spring. He and his companion located two claims and he says made big money. They located their claims in October, 1896, but were unable to work them until February, 1897. In an interview in the Milwaukee Sentinel, he says that he advises no one to attempt to make the trip to Klondike before next spring, for it is impossible to make it. He also advises those who go to go well provided with food and money enough to last them one year at least. The coldest weather they had last winter was 72 below and the average winter weather was 40 below. The mosquitoes and gnats were very bad and a great trial to the miners.

News from Adams/Friendship. August 20. 1937

RobertSchieber55 — 24 Dec 2006 7:28:49 GMT

Taken from the August 20, 1937 Adams Advertiser

The famous "Little Theatre" will present state and Rural music and Dance Festivals under the leadership of Miss Amy GERSTNER of Madison at the Wisconsin State Faire. August 21-29.

The Wisconsin State Fair Horse Show will be held on August 26-27-28 and 29, according to Joseph A. HARTLY, superintendent. Present entries and interest indicates an unusually fine show this year. Horses from all parts of the country will compete in the classes offered.

Mrs. Carl SULLIVAN and children returned Monday from a visit with relatives at St. Paul, Minnesota.

Please note that I am not related to any of these people and am a volunteer for this site.
Thankyou--- Bob

News From Preston, August 20, 1937

RobertSchieber55 — 24 Dec 2006 5:59:43 GMT

Taken from the August 20,1937 Adams Advertiser

News From Preston
Mr. and Mrs. John TRISKA, ar entertaining a party of relatives and friends from Chicago.
Mrs. Julia FORTNUM of Markesan, Wisconsin, is a guest at the home of her sister, Mrs. John BURIAN, and of other relatives here.
Mrs. and Mrs. Frank Reese of Chicago visited at the Edward NEMETZ home Saturday.
Attorney and Mrs. John Roberts and Daughter, Ruth, of Wisconsin Rapids came Thrusdayevening ater their son, Richard, who had been spending a week at the C. E. ROUS home.
Mr. and Mrs. Tom HOLLAND and daugher, Betty, were callers at the John SPLITEK home Sunday afternoon.
Mr. and Mrs. Leon McFARLIN of Friendship accompanied Mrs. and Crs. C. E. Rous to Packwaukkk, Sunday, to visit their uncle C. A. WHITNEY. THey found him much improved.
Junior and Charles Ray KLATT came up from Randolph last week for a visit with their grandparents, Mrs. and Mrs. Charles HUYCK.

Please note that I am not related to any of these people and am a volunteer for the Adams Website.

Thankyou -- Bob

News from Buckhorn Vicinity, August 20th 1937

RobertSchieber55 — 24 Dec 2006 5:36:41 GMT

Taken from the August 20, 1937 edition,Adams Advertiser

Buckhorn school began Monday with Miss Alice MACHAN as teacher.
Mrs. James ROBERTS spent Wednesday afternoon with Mrs. Robert McMAHON.
Mr. and Mrs. Edward SHEA and daughters, Miss Bernice, of Butler; and Mrs. Walter SCHLOUGH of Madison, visited in the A. H. PODOLL home Monday.
Little Gerald, son of Mr. and Mrs. Frank KIERSTYN, is on the sick list this week.
Mr. and Mrs. John HESLER and granddaughter, Marion McLaughlin spent Sunday of last week with his sister, Mrs. Mary GORSHIN, near Packwaukee.
Thomas ELLIOT of Milwaukee visited his brother, Warren, a few days last week.
Mrs. Joseph POLIVKA is visiting her son, Louis, this week.

Please Note that I am not related to any of these people and am a volunteer for the Adams county website. Thankyou
Bob

News from Strongs Prairie (August 20, 1937)

RobertSchieber55 — 24 Dec 2006 5:15:52 GMT

Taken from the August 20, 1937 Adams Advertiser

News From Strongs Prairie
Mr. and Mrs. Peter ROMOREN, of Stoughton, are spending the week with the latter’s sister, Mrs. Henry JENSEN.
Mr. and Mrs. Marvin BREDESON and family of Adams and Mrs. Mayme BREDESON of Strongs Prairie, motored to Wausau Sunday, and took in the county fair.
Andrew ATTLESON is spending a couple of weeks with his two daughters in Chicago.
Mr. and Mrs. Hugh O’DONNELL left Monday for a week’s visit with the former’s relatives at Stoekbridge.
Mr. and Mrs. Ed THURBER are entertaining Mrs. THURBER’s sister and family of Reeder, North Dakota.
Mrs. William SCOVER of Necedah, spent last Wednesday with her sister, Mrs. C. McNABB.
Mrs. Ruth JENSEN, Mrs. Peter ROMOREN, Mrs. Caroline SEVERSON and granddaughter, Mrs. Clara ERICKSON and son Orvin, were guests Sunday evening at the home of Mr. and Mrs. John BLOOMFIELD.

Please note that I am not related to any of these people and am a volunteer for the Adams County site.

Agriculture

RobertSchieber55 — 23 Dec 2006 7:36:27 GMT

Taken from the August 20, 1937 edition of the Adams Advertiser

Thirteen ripe, red tomatoes, in a single cluster, were brought to the Times office early this week by Dan BRANNAMAN as a sample of what can be grown on the sandy soil of Adams county with the proper care and cultivation.
The tomatoes are of an extra early variety developed by Jung, the seed man of Randolph, Wisconsin, and named by him “Way-Ahead.” A remarkable feature of the cluster is the fact that all the 13 tomatoes ripened practically at the same time and while they vary somewhat in size they are pretty much alike. The early varieties of tomatoes are never very large, but these are all of respectable size ranging from about one and one-half inches in diameter to more than two and one-half inches. They were all nice, clean skinned tomatoes, with no speck or spot of scab or rot on their surface.
Dan told the editor there really were 14 tomatoes in the cluster when first sighted but he thoughtlessly picked one off before he realized that the cluster should be gathered intact that others might see what Adams soil can bring forth. He showed the place where the other tomato had been attached.
August WALCZYK made a photograph of the remarkable cluster, a copy of which may be sent to “Believe It or Not” Riply, who should certainly be interested in anything so unusual.

Please note that I am not related to these people and am a volunteer for the Adams board.
Bob

Howard Hutchinson (Obituary)

RobertSchieber55 — 22 Dec 2006 6:41:08 GMT

Taken from the August 20, 1937 edition of the Adams Advertiser

Howard HUTCHINSON, 61, a tenant on the farm of Mrs. Lenora KURTH in the town of Easton, died very suddenly Tuesday morning, August 17th 1937, in his home, the cause of death being a heart attack.
Funeral services will be held at the home on the KURTH farm, this afternoon (Friday) with Roseberry brothers directing and Rev. W. J. DAVIES officiating. Burial will be in the cemetery at Plainville.
Mr. HUTCHINSON has been subject to heart trouble for some time but was apparently in his usual state o health up to a very few moments before his death. He arose Tuesday morning and in company with his wife was at the barn doing the chores, the morning milking, etc., when he suddenly complained of a pain in his head. His wife aided him in reaching he houe and after he was seated she sought to telephone for a doctor. Death, however, came before any medical aid could reach him.
Mr. HUTCHINSON has lived on the Kurth farm about three years and prior to that time occupied other farms in other parts of this county. He was born in February, 1876, and therefore was 61 years of age at the time of his death. No particulars of his life history are available at this writing.
His wife was the only member of his family, there being no children. His mother is said to be living in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, at the advanced age of 85 years, but there is no information as to brothers or sisters.

Note: Hutchinson was spelled Hutchenson in the articles title but spelled Hutchinson 3 times in the body of the obituary.

Note: I am not related to any of these people. I am a volunteer for the Adams County board. Thankyou Bob

Bert Coon (Obituary)

RobertSchieber55 — 21 Dec 2006 2:04:10 GMT

Taken from the August 20, 1937 issue of the Adams Advertiser (Times)

Bert COON, a old resident of the town of Adams, died Monday, Aug. 16, 1937, at the Adams-Friendship hospital, aged about 62. He underwent surgery the preceding Wednesday for bladder problems and was making a good recovery when complications arose. The cause of death was cerebra embolus (a clot of blood on the brain)
Funeral services were held Wednesday at 2:30 pm in the church at Grand Marsh, with a minister from Madison officiating. Burial was in Rock cemetery near Grand Marsh.
The Times has received no info for an adequate sketch of Mr. COON’s life but has gathered these few facts. He was about 62 years old and leaves a wife and one brother, the latter being Prentiss COON of Port Edwards. He belonged to the Seventh day Adventist church.

Please note that I am not related to these people and am a volunteer for the Adams site.
Thankyou --- Bob Schieber

Phillip Heitman (Obituary)

RobertSchieber55 — 21 Dec 2006 1:46:49 GMT

Taken from the August 20, 1937 issue of the Adams Advertiser (Times)

Phil HEITMAN dies from yellow jacket sting on August 16, 1937. Mr. HEITMAN was of Quincy and died about 20 minutes after being stung. Phil was at work with others harvesting hay at the time the incident took place. All his life he has been pecularly sensitive to insect stings which affected him more severely than in the case with most people. When stung Monday he was forced to stop work immediately and one of his coworkers started for a nearby house to get some soda, which is recognized as one of the best (palleitives ?? word is difficult to read) of that sort of injury that death came before relief of any sort could reach him.
Phil HEITMAN was the son of Mr. and Mrs. Charilie Heitman and was some where between 30 and 40 years of age at the time of his death. He was married a few years ago to Miss Nina BYERS, daughter of Mrs. Chris BYERS, and his home was a little west of White Creek in the town of Quincy. He was a world war veteran.
It will be recalled that Monday afternoon brought the most oppressive heat that has been experienced in this section even in this very hot season and there is reason to think that heat prostration may have been a strongly contributing factor in bringing death so quickly after the yellow jacket had done its part.
The funeral is scheduled to be held Thursday afternoon at 2:00 p.m. in the church at White Creek.
The Times has no data from which to prepare in adequate obituary of Mr. HEITMAN, which will have to be deferred to a later issue.

Please note that I am not related to these people and am a volunteer for the Adams site.
Thankyou --- Bob Schieber

Mrs. Hulda Parmelia (Lumbar) Young (Obituary)

RobertSchieber55 — 21 Dec 2006 3:58:49 GMT

This was in the August 20, 1937 issue of the Adams Advertiser

Mrs. Hulda Parmelia Young passed away Sunday, August 15, 1937, at 3:15 a.m. at the home of her daughter, Mrs. S. W. KENYON in Adams. Her age at death was 92 years, 4 months and 20 days. She had been ill for about four months before her death, but had retained her faculties to the very last.
Funeral services were held in the Advent Christian church at Baraboo, of which she had been a member for fifty years, the service being conducted by the pastor, Rev. E. O. COONTS. Burial was made in Walnut Hill cemetery at Baraboo.
Hulda Parmelia LUMBAR was born March 26, 1845, at Moira, Franklin county, New York, where she grew to womanhood. She was married March 19, 1861 to Albert Charles YOUNG. They came to Wisconsin in the year 1865, locating in Prairie du Sac, where they lived until 1883, when they moved to Baraboo where she made her home until 1921, when she came to Adams to live with her daughter, Mrs. KENYON.
Six children were born to Mr. and Mrs. Young---two sons and four daughters. One son and two daughters preceded their mother in death. Two daughters and one son survive: Mrs A. E. CAPENER of Chetek, Wisconsin; Mrs. KENYON, at whose home she died; and Bert YOUNG of Appleton, Minnesota. She is also survived by 12 grandchildren and 29 great-grandchildren.
Up to the very last evening preceding the night of her death, she conversed intelligently with members of her daughter’s family and with callers who came to see her, showing no impairment of her mental faculties. She had many friends in Adams, a number of whom planned and carried out a celebration of her ninety-second birthday anniversary in last March, which she greatly appreciated.
Active and useful as long as health conditions permitted her activities, she made herself a valued member of the home and has well earned the rest that is now hers.
Card of Thanks
We wish to express our gratitude and appreciation to the friends, neighbors, North Western Women’s Club, pall bearers; to those who furnished cars, for the floral expressions of sympathy and to all who assisted us in any way during the illness and death of our dear mother.__Mr. and Mrs. S. W. KENYON; Mr. and Mrs. A. E. CAPENER; Bert YOUNG.

Please note that I am not related to any of these people and am a volunteer for the Adams site. Thankyou.

Francis Washington VREELAND (Obituary)

RobertSchieber55 — 17 Dec 2006 8:19:59 GMT

Francis Washington VREELAND died at home in Adams, Aug. 10,1937. He was 84 years, 1 month old. The cause of death was old age and complications. He had been in failing health for several years but was not regarded as seriously ill until about two days before his death.
Funeral services were held at his home, August 12, 1937, with C. R. EATON as director and Rev. Walter TAYLOR, preaching the funeral sermon. Mrs. Earl QUINELL and Miss Shirley OPPEDESON sang the hymns, with Miss Kathlyn PURKEY as organist. Burial was in Mount Repose Cemetery. The pall bearers were: Theodore WERNER, Albert THOENIG, John DURGIN, Frank NOWACHEK, August SCHULTZ, Alvin DURGIN.
Mr. VREELAND was the son of Henry and Jane VREELAND and was born July 11, 1853, near Booneton, Passaic county, New Jersey. Prior to his coming to Adams he lived for many years at Viola in Richland county, Wisconsin, where for a time he served as justice of the peace and also as sheriff of the county. He had made his home in Adms eight or nine years before his death.
He was married on July 3, 1873, to Sarah F. LEACH and to this union five children were born, all of whoom are living as follows: Mrs. Emeline C. SPAULDING, of Madison: Mrs. Carrie L. SMITH of Waukesha: Melvin VREELAND of Sparks, Wis.: Aurell VREELAND of Evansville: Everett VREELAND of Eagle River, Wisconsin.
After the death of his first wife he was married to Lucy GIBSON of Delton, Wisconsin, who survives him at the home in Adams.
Mr. VREELAND was a kind and loving husband and father, highly esteemed as a neighbor and friend by all who knew him. He was for many years a member of the Modern Woodmen of America and at one time a member of the Methodist Episcopal church.
The wife and children have the sincere sympathy of many friends.

Pilot Knob, Malinovsky

petermal1 — 4 Nov 2006 10:51:44 GMT

I am looking for the exact location of the town of Pilot Knob and any information or obits for the name Malinovsky. My great grandfather Paul Malinovsky homesteaded in Lincoln Township, Adams County, Wisconsin.

Joseph and John Moore

Laura Schmittel — 29 Oct 2006 12:02:35 GMT

I am looking for anyone who could help me with Joseph and John Mooore[Moor].Joseph sprang fromcolonial family.was native of Mass.At age 16yrs he enterd the ContinentalArmy.served 6 yrs.His brother John was killed by Indians in a massacre during that struggle.
Could anyone tell me where I could find a book by the name of"COMMERATIVE AND BIOGRAPHICAL RECORDS OF COLUMBIA,SAUK, and ADAMS COUNTIES,WIS."?This book is suppose to contain information on these men.
Any help would be greatly appreciated.
Thank you
Laura Schmittel

Hegheim, Iverson Njs, Lasse Olson Husab, John + Martha Eggum

Bruce_Eggum — 25 Sep 2006 2:10:15 GMT

1. Ivar Torson Hgheim (b.1719;d.1764)
sp: UNKNOWN
2. Ola Iverson Njs (b.1757;d.1816)
sp: Gjertrud Ambjrnsdatter Grinde (b.1752;m.1790;d.1816)
3. Lasse Olson Husab (b.24 Dec 1790-Leganger Norge;d.26 Dec 1869-Springdale WI)
sp: Kari Jonsdatter Eggum (b.1790;d.1850)
4. John L Eggum * (b.10 Jun 1829-Sogn Norway;d.15 Mar 1904-Springdale WI)
sp: Martha H Eggum (b.14 Jul 1845;d.9 Feb 1896)
Martha Eggum married an Eggum, searching for her siblings etc. Also other ties. I have tree of all John L. descendants, mostly Mt.Horeb Wi. and Calif, Oregon. Please email me Bruce.Eggum@gmail.com
Bruce Eggum

Lookup please-Marriage for Amos KINSEY & Hannah CLOUGH

Kathy_Friberg — 19 Sep 2006 2:30:57 GMT

Looking for the possible marriage of Amos KINSEY and Hannah CLOUGH, widow of David CLOUGH who d. 9 Feb 1895 in St. Paul, Ramsey Co., MN. Hannah and Amos are listed in the 1900 census in New Haven, Adams Co. Amos: age 71, b. Maine. Hannah: age 68, b. Maine. They both have "Number of years of present marriage" as 4, so marriage occurred approximately 1896. Looking for date of marriage.

SEIDLE look-up when Necedah was part of Adams Co.

kaa38 — 19 Sep 2006 11:02:52 GMT

I am looking for Seidle info when Necedah,WI was part of Adams Co. My grandmother, Hannah Seidle died there and Charles A Seidle, her husband, remarried there. They had four children.

Cemetery Link

joewyse — 14 Sep 2006 10:38:05 GMT

During a search, I came across this site for the Big Springs Cemetery and it is linked to this Adams Co. site, but I cannot find it here. There is no other explanation or links, except to Ancestry.com. Perhaps it is contained there and I would have to subscribe to access more information. Does anyone know anything else about the website?
http://freepages.genealogy.rootsweb.com/~melmouse/bs02.html

Marie (Christensen) Henningsen

PAMSUCHYPP — 5 May 2002 6:11:39 GMT

Marie Christensen, born 1862 Denmark, died 1938 Adams Co. Marie married Peter Henningsen (son of Ib and Maren Henningsen). Her parents are Christen Nielsen Lund and Karen Malene Jensdatter. She has two sisters and one brother (all born Denmark). Nielsine Anne Margrethe married John (Hans Jørgen) Olson, Sophie (PKS-Petroline Karen Sophie) married Julius Hansen. Brother Jens Peter, never married(?). Christen Nielsen Lund and family immigrated 1873 from Vejleby, Denmark. Jens Peter went by the name Peter Lund. The girls (when married) went by Christensen, Nielsen and Lund. If anyone has information on any of these families, please contact me at pamsuchy@owc.net.

McAuliffe Family

Helen — 30 Aug 2006 7:47:35 GMT

There was a McAuliffe Family in Adams County, Wisconsin in the 1850's. Is there any information on this family, such as, obituaries, dates and burial information. There may be descendants in Adams County.

Fordham cemetery

@@galev@computerpro.com — 27 Feb 2005 8:22:03 GMT

Does anyone know if this cemetery exits or existed? My ancestor, Gertrude Levings, was to have been buried in Fordham Cemetery in 1863.

Fordham Cemetery

GLevings2263 — 24 Apr 2006 7:44:17 GMT

Is this a viable cemetery in Adams Co.? My ancestor Gertrude Hotaling Levings died 26 May 1863 and is to be buried there.

Applebee, Quimby & Rozell Obits

atrickey — 1 Aug 2006 7:18:49 GMT

Would anyone have any obits for the Applebees who lived in Adams Co.? Thank you, Dolores

Obit lookups for Klines

bonniepehrson65 — 28 Jul 2006 4:37:37 GMT

Looking for obits for these people:

Leon Kline b 7-17-1912
d Mar 1986 in Arkdale, Adams Co., WI

Earl A. Kline b 10-18-1924
d 4-21-1992 Arkdale, Adams Co., WI

Appreciate any help with these peoples obits

Thanks Bonnie

O'Connell

whenry 8502 — 29 Jul 2001 3:24:00 GMT

Looking for information regarding a Harry O'Connell who married Elizabeth Henry who was living in Adams county and later moved to Chicago in 1908-09
Bill Henry

Obit request for Timothy O'Connell

leachj42 — 19 Jul 2006 4:47:10 GMT

Could someone please try and locate an obituary for:

Timothy O'Connell, d. 19 Mar 1877
Wife: Mary
born about 1825 in Ireland
father of Thomas W O'Connell.

Thanks so much,
Sincerely,
James Leach
Smithfield, RI

Traver Family

Robert_Mileski — 21 Feb 2003 9:59:15 GMT

Dear Donna,

Late last year, you made an inquiry to Joan Benner for information concering the Traver family. As I have some in my tree, I asked Joan to pass along my name and address with the hope you would contact me.

I am just wondering if you are still interested. Contact me through this board or directly at rmileski@excel.net as I am willing to exchange inforamtion.

Robert Mileski

John Dalve, 1857 - 1933

John Craine — 16 Jul 2006 6:03:04 GMT

John Dalve Obit

joystone136 — 14 Jul 2006 1:31:04 GMT

I am related to Emma Thompson, John Dalve's wife. I have found their gravesites and have taken pictures, in the South Arkdale Cemetery, Adams, WI.

Emma's sister, Anna Stevens was my great grandmother. Am interested in the Thompson/Johnson families.

Walter Osborn, (July 18, 1889-July 25, 1937)

Robert Schieber — 13 Jul 2006 2:26:56 GMT

Original Story in the Adams County times, Aug. 6, 1937 issue

Death of Walter OSBORN, 48, at Wyocena Sanitarium

Walter OSBORN of the town of Lincoln, Adams county, died Sunday, July 25, 1937 in the Wyocena Sanitarium of chronic myocarditis ( a disease of the muscular wall surrounding the heart) at the age of 48 ears, 7 days.
The remains were taken to the home in Lincoln township where funeral services were held, Wednesda afternnon, July 28, with Rev. B. A. ZIMDARS of Westfield officiating and Roseberry Brothers directing. He rests in Pine cemetery where others of his family have been laid to rest.
Walter OSBORN was born July 18, 1889, in the town of Lincoln and was the youngest son of Leroy and Margaret OSBORN, both of whom preceded him in death.
He grew to manhood on the Osborn homestead and on June 3, 1910 was united in marriage to Miss Pearl HALE, who survives him. Three children were born to this union: A son Vern, who preceded his father in death, passing away in August, 1927 and two daughters, who live and share with their mother the grief that death has now brought to the family. The daughters are Mrs. Vile DAVISON and Mrs. Hazel MORGON.
Other surviving relatives are a sister, Mrs Emma NOGLE, and a brother, John OSBORN.
Mr. OSBORN was a kind and loving husband and father and was held in high esteem in the community where his entire life had been passed

CARD OF THANKS
We take this way of expressing our grateful appreciation of the many kindnesses we have received from neighbors and friends in our great bereave,emt/ Especially should we mention Rev. B. A. ZIMDARS, the pall bearers, Roseberry Brothers and others who visited.
Mrs. Walter Osborn and Daughters

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Jarvis Main, Valedictorian of 8th grade class of 1937

Robert Schieber — 13 Jul 2006 1:27:03 GMT

Extracted from the Adams County Times issue of August 6, 1937

Jarvis Main, Son of Mr. and Mrs. Royal J. Main of Adams, won the honor of being valedictorian at the county gradation exercises for students of the eighth grade in all schools of Adams county. He was a student of the Adams State Graded school during the last year of his grammar school education. He had a consistent record of high marks throughout his entire course.

Note: I am not related to these people

Joseph Kent (June 16, 1920-July 26, 1937)

Robert Schieber — 13 Jul 2006 1:14:34 GMT

Request for ; Obit of Malinda Rozell , wife of Nelson Perry Rozell

Rozell , Quimby , Cogburn, Adams , Portage county — 19 Jun 2006 9:46:41 GMT

I would like a copy of Melinda Rozell

I have been told that my G-Grandmother Malinda Rozell died very young after a horse pulling her carriage was frightened and caused an accident that broke her neck causing her death

Otis F. STEVENS, 1917 - 2001

JoanBenner — 18 Apr 2003 11:58:42 GMT

Abstracted from the Adams County Times & Friendship Reporter, Wednesday Nov. 21, 2001, Page 10B (Not the complete obit due to copyright restrictions)

Otis Fred STEVENS, 84, of Grand Marsh, died Tuesday, Nov. 20, 2001 at Madison.

Otis was born Nov. 14, 1917 in the Town of New Chester, the son of Fred and Bird (AUSTIN) STEVENS. He was married in 1938 to Geneva LAUFENBERG. They had one daughter, Geneva, who died in 1954. In 1956, Otis married LuluBelle HANSEN. They had four children.

Survivors include his wife; two daughters, Jean KOPSTEIN and Lori SINGLETON; three sons, Tim (Mimi), Robert and Kenneth (Renee) STEVENS; one sister, Betty (Dave) COCHRANE; two brothers, Derral and Eddie STEVENS; 13 grandchildren and numerous great-grandchildren. Otis was preceded in death by his parents, his first wife, an infant son, daughter Geneva, two brothers (Milton and Carl) and four sisters (Lila HENDRICKSON, Bessie MANTHEY, Beatrice “Sis” KEMNITZ and Lorraine “Toots” WAITE.

Memorial services will be Friday, Nov. 23 at Roseberry’s Funeral Home, Friendhsip, Rev. Virgil Eland officiating.

Arthur F. Galitz Obit.

Michael Schleck — 27 Jun 2006 2:21:23 GMT

I am looking for an Obit. of my Father Arthur F. Galitz. So it may help in my search for my older brother or any relatives, currently living. Please respond by email.

Emma Lemke born 1880's, Camp Douglas in 1940

Pat Ellingson — 10 Jun 2006 8:57:05 GMT

Searching for information regarding Emma, maiden name Lemke, who would have been born around early to mid 1880's and lived in 1940 in Camp Douglas probably with a husband, name unknown. She was mentioned in her brother, Herman's, obituary as a survivor. Parents would have been Julius and Pauline Lemke both born in Germany who lived in Bremer County, Iowa in 1880.

Day Family in Adams Cty

cersutton — 5 Feb 2005 11:14:21 GMT

I am looking for information about a Charlotte Day. She is listed on the LDS site from a book by Linda Berg Stafford author of 1993 book Tangney and Day families of Adams, County, Wisconsin. I wonder if anyone would have any idea how to contact this author or find out more about the Day family. Charlotte Day married Calvin Sutton

Sincerely,
Mike Sutton
msutton58@home.com

Lost My Sparby, again

Katie C. — 25 Aug 2005 7:13:07 GMT

SPARBY, Hilbert b: 1881
SPARBY, Mable b: 1897
SPARBY, Estee b: 1919
SPARBY, Hilma b: 1922
SPARBY, Blaine b: 1929
SPARBY, Alfred b: 1875
SPARBY, Christ b: 1878
SPARBY, Carl b: 1886
SPARBY, Emil b: 1891
SPARBY, Bernie b: 1883
SPARBY, Albert b: 1883
SPARBY, Nellie b: 1883

last known residence was Adams County and listed in 1930 fed census.
would like to know where buried, name of cemetery, any descendants, biographies, etc.
any information - big/small/in between - is greatly appreciated and please email me privately.
thank you all for your hard work and valuable time!

Hickey, Luella

Ms Glory — 18 Feb 2001 12:00:00 GMT

Does anyone have information on Luella Hickey. Date of death: 8-1969, Adams Co. Grand Marsh WI. Any information will be appreciated. Thanking you in advance.

Francis Blair Family

Bev Liermann — 4 Sep 2004 8:22:13 GMT

I am looking for any information on the family of Francis BLAIR. They are listed in the 1860 census in Newark Valley, in 1870 in Friendship, in 1880 in Strongs Prairie. Francis died Dec 25 1884. His wife was Adaline she died Dec 5 1903 in Friendship.
They had a daughter Emeline who married William PEASE, a son Francis who married Anna SWENSON, a daughter Harriet who married Samuel ROUS and a son Albert who married Dagmar NELSON. Harriet died possibly around 1882. Does anyone know where she is buried or if there is a death record?
Anything on this Blair family would be appreciated.

Big Flats Cemetery caretaker?

Jen Rose — 25 Mar 2006 11:18:52 GMT

I'd like to contact the cemetery for a copy of a burial record, but can't find an address. Is it still active? If not, where do the records now reside?

Many thanks!

Quincy and Mount Repose Cemeteries

Robert Schieber — 27 Mar 2006 1:56:18 GMT

Does anyone know who holds the records for the Quincy and Mount Repose records?

Thanks

Bob

James Attleson, 1851 - 1923

Joan Benner — 14 Aug 2003 9:32:31 GMT

From the Friendship Reporter, Thursday September 27, 1923, Page 4

James Attleson was born in Norway on the 12th of July, 1851 and came to this country with his parents when he was one year old. His parents came to Adams County, and here Mr. Attleson lived until his death which occurred at his home in the town of Strong's Prairie, Sunday September 16th, at the age of 72 years, 2 months and 4 days.

Mr. Attleson for years was prominent in town affairs and held many local township offices. He was also a devoted member of the Trinity Lutheran Church of Arkdale and took an active interest in church work.

He is survived by his wife and the following children: Charley, Tena, William, Dora, Sarah, Josie, Gertie and George; also by two brothers and one sister, Atley and Andrew Attleson and Dina Monson of Madison.

Funeral services were held Wednesday afternoon Sept. 19th, at the house and at the Central Lutheran Church. Our deepest sympathy goes out to the bereaved family.

Looking for descendants of Nelson Ferguson for 2006 Reunion

Thomas Clayton Ferguson III — 9 Apr 2006 11:02:57 GMT

Looking for descendants of Nelson Ferguson for 2006 Reunion

Nelson and Christina Ferguson were wed on January 1st of 1856. A family reunion is being held at Otto Brey County Park in Waushara County, Wisconsin to celebrate their 150th wedding anniversary of Nelson Ferguson to Christina Morse on Saturday June 17th, 2006 from 10am to 2pm. The park is located less then two miles from the original Ferguson farm in Warren. Christina and Nelson had daughters Ellen, Mary and Alice as well as sons Lester, Clinton and Henry. Nelson would also later have a son Orin. All descendants of Nelson Ferguson are invited to the reunion.

Besides Waushara County, Nelson also lived at times in Adams and Portage Counties before living out his days and being buried in Iron River located in Bayfield County.

Information can be found at the reunion web site.
http://freepages.family.rootsweb.com/~tomfrog/