La Crosse - Family History & Genealogy Message Board

May I please get a look-up?

MorganCole34 — 1 Oct 2008 9:12:27 GMT

I'm looking for the death info on a husband and wife. Hopefully the info will be located in the Wisconsin deaths 1820-1907 index on this site. The first one is Theodore Smith (Schmitz, Schmidt), b. abt 1804 in Prussia. He died abt 1860 in La Crosse. His wife was Anna Maria Smith, b. abt 1819ish in Prussia. She would have died between the 1880-1900, as in basic searching I can't find her in the 1900 census or beyond. I'm hoping this info will contain where in Prussia they were from, actual birth and death dates and Anna' maiden name. Any help is appreciated. If it helps, their children were Julia, Mary A, Elisabeth Louisa (my gg-grandmother), John, Joseph, Frank(lin), Henry, Julia and George.

Viroqua Tavern 1960's

kfryan2007 — 21 Aug 2008 4:14:01 GMT

Thomas O'Connor operated this bar, had two sons

Gerald and Robert ,who lived in Milwaukee at the time of his

death(1962) they may been in their 30's. Have not heard

of them since.

looking for Ledegar, Steiner, Miller, Schroeder, May

KLhubbard — 8 Aug 2008 2:14:01 GMT

I'm compiling a history of the family of Edward and Sophia (Beau) Steiner. Their daughter, Mary (Sophia Louise Marie), married Peter Ledegar in Milwaukee in 1868. She and Peter lived in LaCrosse for many years, had 13 children nine of whom lived to adulthood. Mary died there in 1903. I'm sure there are still descendants in the area and would love to contact some of them. I'd particularly like to find pictures of Mary and Peter (dod 12/1929, Minneapolis) The daughters married, that I know of, men named Fred Miller, Omro Aiken, Emil Schroeder and Henry May.

Mary was a great-great aunt of mine.

I'd appreciate any help or contact information.

Thank you.

Karyl

Karyl

Looking for Descendants of George Lyman Short-Isabella Burns

dianneslipkid — 10 Sep 2008 12:17:37 GMT

Hello,

Looking for any descendants of George Lyman Short, the river captain who lived in La Crosse, WI:

George Lyman Short b 1840, Steuben Co NY, d 1909 La Crosse, WI
m1 Ellen Mills in 1866 Morrison, IL
m2 Isabella Burns b 1852 Woodstock, Ont, Canada
dau Mabel Short b 1876, WI

Isabella's parents were Otho and Louisa Burns. George grew up in Albany, IL and had 8 siblings. Like himself and his father, all four of George's brothers were steamboat captains. He was active in the local La Crosse branch of the GAR after his service in the Civil War. George and Isabella were married in La Crosse in 1880 and lived in La Crosse (on 4th St) for most of their married lives.

Looking to share photos and history. George was my great grandfather's uncle.

Dianne Krogh
Oak Harbor, WA
DianneSlipkid@comcast.net
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Gjestvang

Motbobi — 17 Aug 2008 11:40:50 GMT

Is there anyonoe that would be willing to go to the court house and look up the information on the gjestvans from Onalaska/Lacrosse area. I am starting with Hans )H.L. Gjestvang. born 1854 died may 1927. He married Anna Freng somewhere around 1887 maybe and they had 7 children. Cora, Luella, Mabel, Agnes, Esther, Amanda and Evelyn. I believe this is a relation to my Gjestvangs who are from the trempealeau area but I was wondering if there would be anyone that would be able to go to the court house and get the information off the death record to show who his parents were? Please. I would also like other information from the Gjestvangs from that area but wanted to start here.
thanks in advance
Bobi Hembd

Balltown Cemetery, Vernon Co, MO Renovation - Wisconsin Civil War Burials

NancyofVernonCo — 16 Aug 2008 1:02:48 GMT

Some fantastic renovation and preservation of Balltown Cemetery, Vernon County, Missouri's oldest cemetery, is being done -- see newspaper article reprinted at www.rootsweb.com/~motcogs/ Balltown Cemetery is located north of Nevada, MO, about 1 mile west of U.S. 71 at the Horton exit in Vernon County. More information about the renovation and accompanying pictures will be posted on the Tri-County Genealogical Society website.

During the Civil War, four members of the 3d Wisconsin Cavalry were buried here in what is now the G.A.R. lot:

Hiram C. DAVIS who served under the name of John H. JOHNSON, Co F.

George R. KELLY, Co F.

John GRUMMONS, Co A.

Josiah DAVIS, Co A.

A listing of the known burials in the G.A.R. lot is at http://www.rootsweb.ancestry.com/~motcogs/metz_gar_members.h...

"Found No Bushwhackers" The 1864 Diary of Sgt. James P. Mallery, Co A, 3rd Wisconsin Cavalry, gives details of the day-to-day life of the Wisconsin soldiers while stationed at Balltown, Missouri, as does "In the Devil's Dominions: A Union Soldier's Adventures in "Bushwhacker Country"" the Journal of Charles W. Porter, Co F, 3rd Wisconsin Cavalry. Copies of these two books can be obtained from the genealogy website above.

A dedication of the new military monuments and G.A.R. lot in Balltown Cemetery is being planned for Veterans Day, November 11, 2008.

La Crosse photos - Wolf family

AmyChristine72 — 12 Aug 2008 6:22:54 GMT

I'm looking for old photos of the city of La Crosse (downtown) and for information on Joseph Wolf (b: 1864). He was a butcher (1127 S. Seventh) in La Crosse. He married Wilhelmine (Minnie) Scheck (1865-1929). Minnie was the sister of my great-grandmother. Any information on the family would be appreciated.

Rescued Photo, BLACK Surname, La Crosse, WI Location

KBarnes1958 — 29 Jul 2008 8:56:11 GMT

As a hobby, I rescue old photos that have identification on them and attempt to locate family to send them to.

I have one that was taken in La Crosse, WI, late 1800s-early 1900s, of a young man, wiht a blond mustache. He's wearing a double breasted suit and an ascot tie with a round button of sorts on the lapel. He's identified as Anton Black, son of Ole.

If you'd like to obtain this treasure, contact me at: digginroots@yahoo.com

Kathy

D. W. VAN BERGH Biography, b. 1848 NY to WI

RMunns7272 — 11 Apr 2007 6:05:36 GMT

From "History of La Crosse County, Wisconsin", 1881, p. 803 - 804.

City of La Crosse

D. W. VAN BERGH, dentist; was born in New York City in 1848. When about 5 years old, his parents removed to Rochester, N. Y., where they still reside. He commenced the study of dentistry with Dr. A. C. Wanzer, of Rochester, and was with him one year; came to Wisconsin in 1863, and settled in Madison, where he completed his studies and practiced till the spring of 1869, since which time he has been practicing in La Crosse - office on Main street, between Fourth and Fifth.

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Jacob Larson Haugom, Petrine Molstad -- do not reply to previous duplicate

barev22 — 31 May 2006 10:01:13 GMT

I am looking for info on the family of Petrine Molstad. She was born in Holmen in 1855. I think her father's name was Ole Johansen Molstad, but I can't find him. Petrine was married to Jacob Larson 19 Apr 1878 somewhere in La Crosse County. I have much more information on their descendants.

The previous query was accidentally submitted under a different login.

Seeking Haug, Skoy, Johnson data

tammorkwed — 19 May 2008 1:52:50 GMT

In seeking data on Karen/Carrie Johnson[maiden] Skoy who died at the age 23 in 1884 and maybe is my gtgt aunt and is in Lewis valley cemetery died just after 4 yrs of marriage to Olaf A. Skoy it looks like she may have had at least one daughter before her death.I am seeking data on her and her family.THIS DATA IS NOT COMFIRMED!

Lillie Skoy born 3/22/1882 may have been raised in a foster home after the death of mother in 1884.She weds James Haug.Any data would be helpful.

Her father Olaf A. Skoy weds Mary Frances Doherty and has more children. Nothing is known about Lillie and her family and any help would be grateful for.
tam

Jacob Larson Haugom, Petrine Molstad

BYULIBRARY — 29 Aug 2006 6:12:47 GMT

Looking for Sampson Ladu

Verna Strickland — 20 Nov 1999 12:00:00 GMT

Looking for SAMPSON LADU of La Crosse, was living in that area in 1909.

PERTZSCH Family

Donna Hansen — 6 Dec 1998 12:00:00 GMT

I seek information on the family and antecedents of Walter Christian PERTZSCH, born 20 Sep 1867 in La Crosse County, WI, to a German immigrant couple of that name. Although there are still Pertzsches in Germany today, this seems to have been the only PERTZSCH family to emigrate to the United States.

Walter Christian married first Elizabeth BEHNKE, born 6 Jun 1872, and they had the following children:

Walter H.; Elsie C.; William O.; Harry F.; Elmer; Irvine H.; Marguerite E. and Bernice N.

After Elizabeth died in 1912, Walter Christian married Elizabeth NEITZKE OEHLER, a widow. She died in 1946; he died on 23 March 1947.

William and Anna (Kerrigan) Doherty of Holmen, WI late 1800's

Justrite48 — 9 Feb 2002 8:01:11 GMT

Anna Kerrigan (b.1846), daughter of James and Hanorah Kerrigan and from Dresbach, MN, married William Doherty of Holmen, WI in 1873, and the couple had 9 children. A daughter (name unknown) married an Oluf (or Olaf) Skoy, and daughter Kattie married Frank Meyer. Looking for information regarding William Doherty, sons James and Barney Doherty, Olaf Skoy, and Frank Meyer

Manninger, Neurauter, Hettinger, Becker

sh84dh — 6 Apr 2002 2:53:26 GMT

Manninger, Neurauter, Hettinger, Becker...searching for Information on these surnames...relatives are from La Crosse, WI

Family Aspenson's - where are you ?

sid123 — 14 Apr 2002 9:25:06 GMT

I'm Ståle Idland from Norway.
Helga Carlsdtr. Lindeland was merried with Abel Aspenson.
Helga was born 26.11.1883 in Sirdal, Norway - and died april 1972 Residence: 54631 Gays Mills, Crawford, WI
Helga was my mothers aunt.
They had 12 (?) children : Alfred, Karl, Oscar, Melvi, Agnes, Alma, Elin Børdel, Karoline + 4 others.
Does someone knows them ?
All info will be great !

Christian Olson or Olson-Ronning

lindaq601 — 24 Feb 2003 6:49:55 GMT

I am looking for information about my gggrandfather and his family. His name is Christian Olson or Olson-Ronning and I know they lived in the Lacrosse Valley area. His wife's name was Ambjo . My great grandmother, their daughter ' was born in Lacrosse Valley, west Salem WI on October 15, 1860. She also had a sister ella and a brotherNels that I know of. They moved to Valley City, ND area in 1882. He may have been a minister at some time in his life. Can anyone help me? Thanks so much.

Ancestors in LaCrosse Co.

llayton1010 — 2 Apr 2008 7:18:01 GMT

I would like to communicate with anyone who has ancestors from LaCrosse Co.that have the last names of Stark, Snyder, Richter, Ritter, Hass, Betz, Abraham or Bartz. Thank you for any help you can provide. Lynnette

Margaret Sandman article

SandraMulhearn — 21 Mar 2006 5:50:19 GMT

Gilbert SHEPARD, M. D., Biography, b. 1838 NY to WI

RMunns7272 — 10 Apr 2007 7:27:28 GMT

From "History of La Crosse County, Wisconsin", 1881, p. 791.

City of La Crosse

GILBERT SHEPARD, M. D., is a native of Wyoming Co., N. Y.; born in 1838. His father, Truman Shepard, came to Wisconsin in 1845, and settled in Rock Co., where he is still living at the age of 80. Gilbert Shepard entered Beloit College in 1861, and in December, 1863, enlisted in the 1st W. V. C., Co. M; he remained with his company about six months, and was then detailed as clerk in the office of the Inspector General, where he remained till July, 1865. He then returned to Beloit College and graduated in 1866; he came to La Crosse and studied medicine with Dr. Ober and graduated from Hahnemann Medical College of Chicago in 1870; he immediately commenced practice in the village of Trempealeau, Wis., and came from there to La Crosse in 1872, where he has practiced since that time. He was married in 1869 to Miss Ellen E. Cornan, of Trempealeau; has three children - George Hugh, Kittie Louise and Carra Belle.

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MERMAN, SALZER, JORRES

Ellen English — 27 Jan 1998 12:00:00 GMT

Looking for anything on the above surnames. All are found
in LaCrosse County between the years 1850-1920. Have lots
of information to share..

Peter KIENHOLZ, Jr. Biography, b. 1840 SWI to WI

RMunns7272 — 18 Jun 2007 3:53:09 GMT

From "History of La Crosse County, Wisconsin", 1881, p. 859 - 860.

Town of Shelby

PETER KIENHOLZ, Jr., farmer, Secs. 18 and 19; P. O. La Crosse; was born in Switzerland, in 1840, emigrated with his parents to the United States in 1856, and came direct to La Crosse County, where his father purchased a fine farm. He lived with his parents until 1864, when he was married to Mary Haas, born in Prussia in 1843, and soon took charge of his father's farm, and is still working the same. Has held various town and school offices, and is at present Town Clerk, which office he has held since 1865. He is also one of the men who organized the "Shelby Farmers' Mutual" Insurance Co., and is at present Director of the town of Shelby and Secretary of the company. The children are John P., M. Louisa M., Willie. Liberal in politics.

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BLAIRs - Vermont to Wisconsin

jab0011 — 7 Mar 2008 7:28:36 GMT

According to the 1850 and 1860 censuses there were several BLAIR families who moved from Vermont to Wisconsin. One of these families was Alexander A. Blair (b. Jun 09, 1823) and Sarah H. Smalley (b. Jan 27, 1826). Both were born in Vermont and settled in La Crosse Ward 1, La Crosse WI. The 1860 census lists 3 children, all born in VT:
Frank Blair Age 13 M
Elea Blair Age 11 F
Charles Blair Age 4 M

If anyone has any information about Alexander's ancestors or descendants, I'd appreciate hearing from you.

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Church records in Rockland or Burns

patriciahand213 — 22 Mar 2008 11:20:25 GMT

I am trying to locate christening records for William Roberts, son of R.B. Roberts and Ellen Griffiths. He was born January 7, 1872 in Burns. The family lived fairly close to Rockland, so I'm guessing they attended church there. Any ideas of where I might try writing for church records for this time period?

Betz from Minnesota and Wisconsin

R Caranna — 2 Jan 2003 2:23:16 GMT

I am interested in sharing information about the decendants of Johannes Betz (from Darmstadt Hesse, Germany) and Anna Maria Beck (from Germany). I have up to 7 generations of Betz decendant information. I am in need of ancestry for them and information about possible connection to Metz family.

Mytle Ellers Remains found and Identified August 13, 1914 Info

Annapape — 17 Jun 2007 1:20:11 GMT

La Crosse--Buttons which Miss Mytle Ellers had covered with dress goods to match the gown she wore when she was drowned near Pettibone Park on July 4,1913. positively identifying the skeleton of a woman found in a lonely spot along the Mississippi River 13 miles from here.
Miss Ellers. Elizabeth Haebich and William Swenker were drowned more than a year ago when their skiff was overturned by a government barge. The bodies of Miss Haebich and Swenker were,found shortly after, while a search was kept up for weeks for the body of Miss Ellers.No trace of it was discoved until a fisherman came upon the remains a few days ago.
The parents of the drowned girl hastened to the scene and gathering up the few scattered relics succeeded in establishing the identity of their daughter.(Source Wisconsin News--Mauston Star) I am not related

C. A. SJOLANDER Biography, b. 1851 NOR to WI

RMunns7272 — 17 May 2007 1:35:37 GMT

From "History of La Crosse County, Wisconsin", 1881, p. 842.

Town of Holland

C. A. SJOLANDER, Postmaster and dealer in general stock, Holmen; born in Norway, May 26, 1851; came to America in 1865, was engaged as clerk in La Crosse for Moeller two years; then went to Albion, Dane Co., to school, then to Marshall; removed to Holmen in the fall of 1870; clerked for his father in the year 1873; he took the store for himself, was appointed Postmaster in November, 1875, and Town Clerk one term. In politics, he is a Republican; in religion, a Lutheran. His wife was Carrie Quatt, born in Norway, July, 1851; married in 1874; they have four children - Olitie, born Nov. 7, 1875; Carl Beannard, born March 8, 1877; Peter Albert, born Sept. 7, 1878; Clara Aktavia, born June 13, 1880. He attended the La Crosse Commercial College in the year 1869. His father, Peter E. Sjolander, a native of Sweden, born Aug. 24, 1822; came to America in 1853; worked in the pineries, resided at Kilborn City; returned to Norway in 1863, and back to Wisconsin in 1865, to La Crosse; kept saloon and hotel until 1870; came to Holmen and began business. His wife, Anna Olsen, was born in Norway, June 30, 1824; married, 1850; one child - C. A.

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marcoux genealogy

kaclaylady_1 — 18 Jul 2002 7:24:24 GMT

I am looking for some type of roots. My father was born in
La Crosse on 4/26/1915. His name was Edward Joseph Marcoux. His sisters name was Aurora. His mothers name may have been Corinne. No name for his father. His mother died around 1919, at this point his father put the two children up for adoption. Looking for any information on family history. Please Help. Thank you

Mueri Family

Anna Primrose Bendiksen — 4 Mar 1999 12:00:00 GMT

Searching for relatives of John Mueri, who lived in LaCrosse County as of 1940. John had a son named Joseph Mueri and two daughters, one of whom became Mrs. Anderson; the other daughter lived in Cedar Rapids, IA. Mrs. Anderson had two children, one of whom was named Mary Jill. My father, Joseph Mueri Primrose, is a second cousin to those children and remembers that his Mueri relatives visited him in Edwardsville, IL. We would love to receive more information or hear from cousins!

THORP, David and Ann

Dawn Thorp Yurkas — 27 Aug 1999 12:00:00 GMT

I am searching for information on my ggg grandfather David THORP. His youngest son Charles R THORP settled in La Crosse Co WI, would anyone know where I could find a 1860 census report for La Crosse Co? Thank you.

Nesseth/Wekseth Request

Carla Nesseth — 29 Dec 1999 12:00:00 GMT

I am looking for any information on the peoples of William Nesseth and Elsie Ellertson who came to the LaCrosse County area from Norway in the early part of 1900's. They had eight children. Peter Nesseth (one of their sons) married Solva Geneva Wekseth, daughter of Nels Peter Wekseth and Helena Nelson also of Norway relocating in La Crosse County. I am looking for any information about any of these people, their families and the lives that they lived.

Hans N. OLSON Biography, b. 1851 DEN to WI to IL to WI

RMunns7272 — 4 Apr 2007 7:22:47 GMT

From "History of La Crosse County, Wisconsin", 1881, p. 782.

City of La Crosse

HANS N. OLSON, cooper and stockholder in the La Crosse Co-operative Barrel Manufacturing Co.; was born in Denmark in 1851; came to the United States in 1870, and has resided in La Crosse ever since, except three years in Chicago working at the plasterer's trade in 1871-72-73. He was married, June 12, 1875, to Abbie Johnson, and has two children - Eddie and Henry W. Mr. Olson has been in his present place of business since the spring of 1880; his father, Ole Nelson, died in La Crosse Aug. 1, 1872.

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KIRKEENG/KIRKUNG/KIRKENG

Tonya — 1 Jan 2000 12:00:00 GMT

Kristina Maria KIRKEENG (MAY ALSO BE SPELLED KIRKUNG, KIRKENG)came to US from Gulbransdalen, Norway about 1872 with her parents and six brothers Hans, Iver, Lewis, Mathias, Simon, Arne. I am interested in what became of Kristina's Parents, Brothers and their descendants.

Walter J. and Alice H. Schlosser

sullykj1 — 12 Jan 2008 8:02:13 GMT

Info needed on Walter Schlosser b.10/29/02 or 12/20/02 in Iowa d.5/19/65 in Los Angeles and Alice Hazel Marshall Schlosser b. 2/3/03 in Wisconsin d. 4/4/50 in Los Angeles. They were living in LaCrosse in 1930. Would like an obit. Any help is appreciated.

Marriage date and location

davejohnson1246 — 15 Jul 2007 5:51:10 GMT

I am seeking the marriage date and location of Alice Mabel Johnson, born 22 Feb 1902 in La Crosse, La Crosse County, WI, died 10 Feb 1990 in La Crosse, La Crosse County, WI and Archibald Delancey, no information.

If anyone has any information regarding the marriage date and location of Alice Mabel Johnson and Archibald Delancey or knows any information (date of birth and location and date of death and location) I would appreciate hearing about it.

Thanks,

Dave

Marriage date and location

davejohnson1246 — 15 Jul 2007 5:15:16 GMT

I'm seeking the marriage date and location of Jessie Amanda Johnson, born 1 Jul 1894 in La Crosse, La Crosse County, WI and died sometime in Jun 1973 in Yuma, Yuma County, Arizona. She is the sister of my grandfather, Harry D Johnson who was born in Lacrosse County, married in Vernon County and died in Trempeaeau County. Jessie married Otto Edward Davidson, probably sometime before 1916 when their oldest child was born. Otto was born 22 Aug 1891 in Wisconsin (probably in LaCrosse County) and died sometime in May 1971 in Yuma, Yuma County, Arizona.

If anyone knows the marriage date and location of Jessie Amanda Johnson and Otto Edward Davidson or the missing information on these 2 people I would appreciate hearing about it.

Thanks,

Dave

Descendants of Linda Olson and Bernhard (Ben) Iverson.

ArneEinar — 5 Jan 2008 1:27:40 GMT

Linda Olson was born in Jackson, MN 16 Sep. 1891, as the daugther og Lemek Olson and Anna Domstad, both emigrated from Norway.

Bernhard was born about 1890, he was the son of Brynjulf and Sofie Iversen, they came to America from Norway in 1906.

The 1930 census shows that Linda and Bernhard are living in La Crosse, WI, and they have three children: Blance Lenora, born 1 Sep. 1915, Morris, born about 1923, and Gladyes, born about 1929.

This is all I know about this family, and if there are somone out there who can give me more informations, i.e. spouses, birthdays, when deceased, descendants (Living or not living), or other details I will be very grateful.

Arne Einar Berg in Norway.

Rev Frederick William Hass

foehser1972 — 10 Dec 2007 12:11:09 GMT

I am looking for more information on him and his family. I see in other threads there is a family bible? Is it possible to obtaina copy? I am his 4th Great Grandson. Thanks

Etta Hartwell Meader marriage to Barney Doherty

Wayne_Ainsworth — 7 Dec 2007 1:21:16 GMT

Etta and Barney married on 28 October 1890. I am trying to verify that the parents of Barney are William Doherty (Dougherty?) and Mary Breen. Does anyone have this information?

Marriage record for Ida M. Peck

fortcarol47 — 3 Nov 2007 1:25:28 GMT

Looking for name of Ida M. Peck's spouse
She was married 20 March 1893
LaCrosse
Volume 04
Page 0377
Thank you for your help.

Gehle Phillips Rawlins Connection in Milwaukee Wisconsin

jmfellows_1 — 28 Nov 2007 3:40:49 GMT

Cousin Lavern Gehle b. 1909 (in Milwaukee) was daughter of Lottie Phillips b 1883 (in Milwaukee) and grand-daughter of Fannie Rawlins b 1854 (in New Jersey?). Need info on Phillips connection. Lottie siblings are John, William, George, Emma.

Gulbranson/Enger !/2 siblings named in will 1931and our family

synecdoche — 4 Oct 2007 7:50:37 GMT

Looking for info on: Jacob Gulbransen 75 in Norway; Birger Gulbransen (believe was in Norway also); Kristen (Chris Gilbertsen)Gulbranson (in Canada).
They were listed in an Hagbart J. (BJ) Enger's will (in WI) as his 1/2 brothers in 1931; and a 1/2 sister Arnolda Gulbransen Oslo, Norway. Kristen (Chris)would have been 70 yrs in British Columbia Canada in 1931. Also a Bertha Dehn a niece in Wausau WI.
Hope someone out here can help...
Please write to email synecdoche@worldnet.att.net Thank you in advance for your consideration and understanding...Pat

obituary lookup for Theresa Greineisen

badenroots — 4 Nov 2007 3:05:28 GMT

I am looking for the obituary of Theresa Greineisen. She died December 17, 1912 in La Crosse, Wisconsin

Evelyn M. (EVENSON) CHANDLER - BURROUGHS 1918 - 1997

ResearchJunkie — 27 Oct 2007 11:17:26 GMT

Evelyn M. Chandler, 78, of Onalaska, Wisconsin, died Tuesday, February 11, 1997, at the Bethany-Riverside Nursing Facility in La Crosse, Wisconsin.

She was born April 5, 1918, in La Crosse to Alfred and Bessie (Smith) Evenson. On August 2, 1952, Evelyn married Walter Chandler and he preceded her in death on February 16, 1976. She then married Jesse Burroughs on January 3, 1981, and he preceded her in death on April 2, 1984.

Evelyn was employed as a nursing aide at Lutheran Hospital in La Crosse. After her retirement she remained active serving as a volunteer for the La Crosse Area RSVP. She also enrolled in a course to become a minister and received her certificate of completion in 1988.

Survivors include a daughter, Shirley Winkels of Winona, Minnesota; two sons, Wally (Barbara) Chandler of Melrose, Wisconsin; and Coby (Kathryn) Chandler of La Crosse; eight grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; two sisters, Lona Plompen of Lakeland, Florida; and Marion (James) Barnes of Sturgeon Bay, Wisconsin; three brothers, Arnold (Bessie) Evenson and Glenn (Betty) Evenson, both of Dade, City, Florida; and Irvin (Maisie) Evenson of Zepher Hills, Florida. In addition to her first and second husband, Evelyn was preceded in death by her parents, three brothers and two granddaughters.

Funeral services will be Sunday, February 16, at 2:00 p.m. from the Haugen-Roble-Jandt Funeral Home in Caledonia, Minnesota. Rev. Mark Miller will officiate. Burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery in Caledonia.

Friends may call at the funeral home on Sunday from noon until the time of service.

In lieu of flowers, memorials preferred.

Source: La Crosse Tribune, 13 February 1997

Need Help identifying church at 802 St. Paul St.

MichaelPetrie75 — 18 Oct 2007 10:08:28 GMT

What is/was the name of the church at 802 St. Paul St. in LaCrosse? Rev. John Brecher was minister there in 1994. Thanks for your help.

LaCrosse Co., marriage lookup

Mayer_D — 26 Oct 2007 2:17:32 GMT

I would appreciate it if someone could please look up the marriage record for Martha A. Walcott and Thor Hy Turner married 10 Jul 1872. I need to find out if it lists the parents of Martha.

Thank you
Donna

Birth/baptism, Norwegian Lutheran church, La Crosse in 1861.

Stavanger006 — 19 Oct 2007 3:36:14 GMT

Oliver Johnson was b. 31. aug. 1861 in La Crosse co. WI.
Mother was Martha Halvorsdtr./Haavarsdtr/Habbersdtr. - b. in Norway about 1832/1833, emigrated in 1858. Probably the "Martha Halverston, age 28, b. Norway - in 1860 listed with family of Rufus S. Wiles in La Cross township?" So perhaps Martha and Rollef... married in same church? His father was Rolleiv/Rollef/Rolf Johnson, b, in WI.He later died in the Civil War.

Oliver must have been baptist in any of the Norwegian Lutheran Churches in the county ?
Anyone who has access - and can help.
Nobody has so far had any luck finding the ID for this family.
Thank you !
Bjarne - Tananger, Norway.

Fish family

ShirleyKarle — 26 Feb 2003 7:25:21 GMT

I am seeking information on my great grandmother named Harriet "Hattie" May Fish who was born 14 September 1867 in LaCrosse Co., WI. Her father was Daniel Elias Fish. Daniel Fish was born 14 Feb 1843. Daniel was the son of George Fish. George Fish was born 14 August 1812. This Fish family owned land in LaCrosse Co. as well as being enumerated on the census .Any help on this family would be greatly appreciated. Harriet also had a sister named Cora Fish. I am willing to share what I know about the above family.

GANTERT

Corky — 1 Sep 2000 12:00:00 GMT

I am looking for anyone who has any information in LaCrosse Co. on the GANTERT Surname. Please contact me.
Thank you, Corky

Dorothea Fletcher - born Norway HELP

Daisy2453 — 26 Sep 2007 9:15:29 GMT

Dorothea was born in Norway about 1875. She came to La Crosse and married Chester C. Fletcher 25 Nov 1898. she and Chester and both buried in the Onalaska City Cemetery. I have been unable to find what her maiden name was. Any help greatly appreciated. I need to thank the kind person that posted the link to cemetery surveys. It helped me to find them.
Helen

KINDHAMMER - DAHLKE - REINHOLZ - RATIEKA Connection

rudi193 — 28 Sep 2007 2:36:19 GMT

I am trying to find information on Carl DAHLKE's family. Parents were John Frederick DAHLKE and Henrietta KAJUTH(or Kujath). Is Henrietta related to Wilhelmine KAJUTH, who married Johann Friedrich REINHOLZ? Carl was Born: October 9, 1852 in Neistettin, Germany, Died: January 11, 1927, Buried at Mount Hope Cemetery. His daughter, Frances, used to write letters to August & Julia REINHOLZ in Montana, in which she addressed them as "Aunt and Uncle". (I have original letters and postcards written by her to them). Another daughter, Mary, married Henry KINDHAMMER.

Eugene Parks marriage lookup please

walkerdan59 — 25 Sep 2007 1:41:41 GMT

Is there anyone in LaCrosse County who could do a marriage lookup for me concerning a Eugene Parks? Marriage date is 28 September 1884, volume 3, page 281. Transcribed data is fine. Birthplace, names of parents, if given. Thank you in advance.

Augusta Wiesser

vacallahans — 22 Sep 2007 6:20:03 GMT

I am looking for any information on Augusta Wiesser. She died in 1878. She was married to Henry Kriebs.

US Serviuce Records

Ancient_Scottish_Genealogist — 17 Sep 2007 3:35:35 GMT

I found an entry which says "Shuttleton, John; Service K14 NY Inf; Date of Filing 1920 July 12; Class Invalid S; Application No. 1436371; Certificate No. 1187.899; Sate from which Filed N.Y._____ C - 2,447,234"

Can anyone help interpret it please?

Furst, Simpson, WI, OH

joyce_morrell73 — 8 Aug 2007 5:37:46 GMT

Searching for death date and place of Amelia B. Furst, b. 1868 WI, married Bert Simpson,1888, Winona, WI. 1880 census,La Crosse co. WI., she is with her parents, Leopold, b. 1839 Poland and Margaret, b. 1847 Prussia. Also with the family are Leopold b. 1870 , Willie b. 1874 and Arthur b. 1878.
Amelia and Bert lived in Fremont, Oh where he worked for his uncle at June Engine Works. Bert's parents, Fred and Mary Simpson lived in Black River Falls,WI and newspapers report visits there in 1896. They had a daughter Margaret b. 1890 and two sons, who may have died young.
Did they follow Bert's brothers to California about 1901 ?

Neshonoc land location 1866

drnancytodd — 31 Jul 2007 9:20:42 GMT

In 1866 my Quinton Brooks acquired a land claim that I am trying to pinpoint.
Accession/Serial #:WI0940__.078 BLM Serial #:WI NO S/N

NWSW of section 18, Township 17-N, Range 5W,4th PM
- 1831 MN/WI

John J. Cole and wife Louise(a) E L Smith

MorganCole34 — 7 Jun 2007 6:32:05 GMT

I'm trying to learn what I can on John' wife Louis(a). I don't know anything on her. Or when John and Louisa married. They are my g-g-grandparents. I'm decended from their son Lucius. I also do not know when John died. Any help would be appreciated.

Morgan Cole

George Wallace Johnson

davejohnson1246 — 15 Jul 2007 6:02:00 GMT

I am seeking additional information on George Wallace Johnson, born 22 Feb 1904 in La Crosse, La Crosse, WI, no information on date of death or location. It is my understanding that he married a Beatrice (maiden name unknown) sometime prior to 1934 when their first child was born. Their children were: Richard Sherman and Dennis Dean.

George Wallace is a brother to my grandfather, Harry D Johnson, who was born in La Crosse County, married in Vernon County and died in Trempealeau County.

If anyone has any information on George Wallace Johnson and his family I would appreciate hearing about it.

Thanks,

Dave

Marriage date and location

davejohnson1246 — 15 Jul 2007 5:44:41 GMT

I am seeking the marriage date and location of Myrtle Helen Johnson, born 25 Oct 1895 in La Crosse, La Crosse County, WI, died 6 May 1965 in La Crosse, La Crosse County, WI and Conrad Carl Tank, born 14 Nov 1886 in Grafton, Walsh County, ND, died 17 Jul 1962 in La Crosse, La Crosse County, WI. They had 6 children that I am aware of: Donald Leroy, Roger Dean, Loren Dale, David Roland, Arlene Rae and her twin sister, Ardelle Mae. Myrtle and Conrad were married sometime prior to 1920 when their first child was born.

If anyone knows the marriage date and location of Myrtle Helen Johnson and Conrad Carl Tank I would appreciate hearing about it.

Thanks,

Dave

La Crosse Cemeteries

CTOCobb — 9 Dec 2001 10:47:36 GMT

I am planning a trip to La Crosse County next month to find the cemeteries where some of my ancestors are buried. I would like to know where these cemeteries are at and maybe their more current name.

I have some ancestors buried at the La Crosse Catholic Cemetery, the St. Joseph Catholic Cemetery, and possible at the Woodlawn Cemetery. I have found the location of the La Crosse Catholic Cemetery and Woodlawn, but have been unable to find the St. Joseph Catholic Cemetery. I have found a St. John's Cemetery in St. Joseph, is this the same thing?

Thanks for any help.

Sheila

Anderson family, West Salem

tammorkwed — 21 Jun 2007 12:14:49 GMT

I am looking for info on Mathias Anderson,b.1843 Norway immigrated 1870 dod 1920 and WIFE Agnette/Nettie family ANDERSON children were:
Minnie, b.1873
august,b.1875
Albert 1878
Lena,abt 1882
Perry,b.1880
Amelia,abt 1885
BEST REGARDS
TAM

John ZOPFI Biography, b. 1828 SWI to NY to WI

RMunns7272 — 18 Jun 2007 4:41:40 GMT

From "History of La Crosse County, Wisconsin", 1881, p. 861.

Town of Shelby

JOHN ZOPFI, farmer, Sec. 23; P. O. La Crosse; was born in Switzerland in 1828. In 1855, he was married to Elizabeth Lauthold, born in Switzerland in 1828, and soon after emigrated to the United States, arriving at Jeffersonville, Sullivan Co., N. Y., in April, 1852, where he was employed in the Sole Leather Manufactory of E. A. Clark & Co. for sixteen years, working nights eleven years of the time. In 1867, he concluded he would try the Western country, and accordingly came to La Crosse Co., purchasing 90 acres of his present farm, which contains 221 acres, about 140 of which is well improved, having a fine two-story house and good barn. Mr. Z. is a Democrat in politics, and has been Town Treasurer two terms, but is not a man who is fond of public office. The children are Peter, born Dec. 9, 1856; John A., Dec. 6, 1857; William J., July 21, 1859; Albert H., April 7, 1866; George E., May 23, 1873; Elizabeth, Aug. 12, 1852; Emma, Aug. 25, 1861; Minnie, March 17, 1864; Ida M., May 7, 1868.

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Raymond TAUSCHE Biography, b. 1846 AUS to WI

RMunns7272 — 18 Jun 2007 4:39:17 GMT

From "History of La Crosse County, Wisconsin", 1881, p. 862.

Town of Greenfield

RAYMOND TAUSCHE, farmer, Section 29; P. O. Sigel; was born in Austria, in 1846; emigrated with his parents to the United States in 1856, and came direct to La Crosse Co., where he lived with his parents until 1869, when he was married to Christina Beckel, daughter of Jacob and Elizabeth Beckel, born in Ohio, in 1848; and soon after he was married he purchased his present farm of 160 acres. Mr. T. has held various public offices, and is at present serving his fifth term as Chairman of the town of Greenfield; is Postmaster at Sigel, and a Republican. The children are Louisa, Ana, Lillie, Edward and Julia.

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John SCHILD, Jr. Biography, b. 1845 SWI to WI

RMunns7272 — 18 Jun 2007 4:34:43 GMT

From "History of La Crosse County, Wisconsin", 1881, p. 860 - 861.

Town of Shelby

JOHN SCHILD, Jr., farmer, Sec. 24; P. O. La Crosse; was born in Switzerland in 1845; emigrated with his parents to the United States in 1856, and came direct to La Crosse County, where he lived with his parents until 1867, when he was married to Elizabeth Schwab, born in Prussia in 1844. The children are Rosena, Henry, Minnie, Louisa, Albert and Emma. Mr. Schild is now living in a fine brick house, which he built in 1870. In politics he is a Republican; a member of the German Reformed Church; and has held nearly all of the various town offices during the past ten years. His father, John Schild, Sr., was born in Switzerland June 12, 1814, and was married to Barbara Eggler May 22, 1838; emigrated to America in 1856, and purchased his present farm of 200 acres on Sec. 13, town of Shelby, and is a member of the German Reformed Church; a Republican in politics. The children are Barbara and John.

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Louis PAMMEL Biography, b. 1829 PRU to WI

RMunns7272 — 18 Jun 2007 4:31:53 GMT

From "History of La Crosse County, Wisconsin", 1881, p. 860.

Town of Shelby

LOUIS PAMMEL, farmer, Sec. 10; P. O. La Crosse; was born in Prussia, in 1829; emigrated to the United States in 1854, and came direct to Wisconsin, stopping one year at Milwaukee, after which he came to La Crosse and engaged in keeping meat market until 1865, when he moved on his present farm, 200 acres of which he had previously purchased. His farm now contains 480 acres. In 1856, he was married to Sophia Freise, born in Hanover, Germany, in 1835. They have six children - Louis, Matilda, Gustave, Herman, Dora and Emma.

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Peter OLSON Biography, b. 1840 NOR to WI

RMunns7272 — 18 Jun 2007 4:28:47 GMT

From "History of La Crosse County, Wisconsin", 1881, p. 862.

Town of Greenfield

PETER OLSON (Saghogun), farmer, Section 25; P. O. Coon Valley, Vernon Co.; was born in Norway in 1840; emigrated to the United States with his parents in 1849, and came direct to Wisconsin, living in Dane Co. one year; then in Jefferson Co. five years; after which, in 1855, they came to La Crosse Co., purchased land, and commenced farming. Mr. Olson lived with his parents, helping till the soil, etc. In 1865, he was married to Ingebur Stenersen, born in Norway in 1842. In 1863, he purchased his father's farm of 160 acres, but he now owns 300 acres, and has good buildings. He has been Supervisor seven terms; is a Republican, and a member of the Lutheran Church. The children are Christina, born July 9, 1866; John, born Dec. 22, 1867; Emma, born Feb. 10, 1870; Henry, born Dec. 8, 1873.

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William NICOLAI Biography, b. 1823 GER to NY to NJ to NY to IL to WI

RMunns7272 — 18 Jun 2007 4:24:34 GMT

From "History of La Crosse County, Wisconsin", 1881, p. 862.

Town of Greenfield

WILLIAM NICOLAI, farmer, Section 20; P. O. Sigel; was born in Germany, in 1823; emigrated to the United States in 1849, and stopped in New York about two years, when he went to New Jersey one year, after which he returned to New York, and stayed one year. He then went to Illinois, and stayed about two years, after which, in August, 1852, he came to La Crosse, and is therefore one of the oldest settlers in the county. In the spring of 1853, he moved on his present farm, 40 acres of which he had previously purchased; but he now owns 280 acres. In 1853, he was married to Louisa Horstchaffer, born in Germany in 1833; they have had eight children, four of whom are living - Otto, born May 3, 1856; Louis, born Feb. 3, 1858; George W., born June 15, 1861; Adolf, born Dec. 6, 1867. Mr. N. has held town offices several terms, and is at present Justice of the Peace. He is a member of the Evangelical Church, and a Democrat.

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M. H. McKOWN Biography, b. Greenfield, WI

RMunns7272 — 18 Jun 2007 4:14:40 GMT

From "History of La Crosse County, Wisconsin", 1881, p. 861.

Town of Greenfield

M. H. McKOWN, miller, Section 20; P. O. La Crosse; was born in Greenfield, La Crosse Co., and lived with his parents until the fall of 1878, when he was married to Carrie Benham, born in 1860; they have one child - Merton, born in December, 1879. In January, 1880, Mr. M. and his brother Charles leased the Center Valley Mill, and are now running the same under the firm name of M. H. & C. S. McKown. The mill has four run of stone, which enables them to do much more than custom work. In politics he is a Republican.

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MARSHALL, Albert

pdustan — 26 Jul 2001 1:47:45 GMT

Asa MARSHALL died in La Crosse City 12 Aug 1859. He and Deborah (Lamphere) Marshall moved to La Crosse (County?) in 1855. Deborah was living in La Crosse for 1860 census.

Robert Benjamin (AKA Benjamin Robert) MARSHALL (son of Asa) married Mary CONWAY 6 Jan 1863 in Onalaska.

Albert MARSHALL b1823 in NY was in La Crosse area around 1856. In 1861 and 1864 he was a supervisor for Hamilton. Jane (SHUTTLETON) Marshall and Albert had the following children: Addie D (married a FIELD) b1849, George A b1850, Emma J b1852, Mary E b1859 and Asa D b1861. First three were born in NY, last two in WI. Jane died 14 Oct 1884 in La Crosse and had lived in Shelby. Buried in Oak Grove Cemetery. I have 1870 and 1880 census for Albert's family.

Mary E MARSHALL (dau of Albert) married Harry C CHANDLER 15 Sep 1885 in La Crosse.

Frances E (Marshall)and Jacob WHITBECK/WOODBECK and children Rosaline and Benjamin were living with Deborah in 1860.

Agnes SHUTTLETON b 1834 NY married FP BRADISH. Died 1888 in La Crosse, buried in Oak Grove. She had a son (no name given in the obit) and two daughers, Mrs MB GREENWOOD and Mrs GG LANG.

George SHUTTLETON died 1912 in La Crosse and buried in Oak Grove.

I believe all these people lived at one time and another in Shelby, Hamilton, La Crosse and Onalaska.

I don't know where or when Albert died but family history says 1905 but??

Any help locating information about dead or living kin will be greatly appreciated. Please email me. Thanks, Patt

History of Shelby,La Crosse Co.,Wisconsin

LeeMarkle — 11 Jan 2003 3:32:23 GMT

Would anyone know if there is a book with the history of Shelby? I have been to the La Crosse Library database and found a little on the Mormon Coulee Cemetery and would like more information on the area of Shelby and the people that settled there. Mainly the George and Elizabeth Markle family.
Thanks Lee Markle

Frank MADER Biography, b. 1842 GER to WI

RMunns7272 — 18 Jun 2007 4:02:27 GMT

From "History of La Crosse County, Wisconsin", 1881, p. 860.

Town of Shelby

FRANK MADER, farmer, Sec. 22; P. O. La Crosse; was born in Germany in 1842; emigrated to America in 1853, and came direct to La Crosse, where, in 1876, he was married to Rosa Gauttert, born in Germany in 1842. In 1878, purchased his present farm of 160 acres. The children are Frank H. and Joseph. His father, David Mader (deceased), was born in Germany in 1798. Was married to Mary Schalk in 1837. Emigrated to the United States in 1853; purchased land and settled in La Crosse Co., where he worked at farming until his death, March 1, 1880; he left a wife and five children - Martin, Frank, Theodore, Domonick and Caroline. Mrs. Mader is living with her son Theodore.

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Charles LINSE Biography, b. 1836 PRU to WI

RMunns7272 — 18 Jun 2007 3:58:41 GMT

From "History of La Crosse County, Wisconsin", 1881, p. 860.

Town of Shelby

CHARLES LINSE, farmer, Sec. 19; P. O. La Crosse; the subject of this sketch, one of the most prominent men of Shelby, was born in Prussia in 1836; emigrated with his parents to the United States in 1848, and came direct to Wisconsin, living in Jefferson Co. one year, then at Ft. Winnebago (now Portage City) five years, after which, in 1853, when they purchased Government land and commenced farming. Mr. Linse lived with his parents until 1864, when he was married to Julia Tausche, born in Austria in 1842; they have six children - Charles, William, Valentine, Joseph, Julia and Ida. Mrs. Linse died in June, 1879. In 1868, Mr. Linse purchased his present farm of 200 acres, but he also owns other land, making his real estate 280 acres, about 150 of which is well improved, and has fine buildings; he is considered the best farmer in the county, and is at present turning his attention to dairying, having thirty fine cows. He has been in public office since 21 years of age, and is at present Chairman of the Town Board; he is also one of the organizers of the "Shelby Farmers' Mutual Insurance Company," of which he has been President during the entire time since its organization in 1875.

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Martin HESS Biography, b. 1833 GER to NY to MI to WI

RMunns7272 — 18 Jun 2007 3:48:28 GMT

From "History of La Crosse County, Wisconsin", 1881, p. 861.

Town of Greenfield

MARTIN HESS, farmer, Sec. 13; P. O. St. Joseph; was born in Germany in 1833; emigrated to the United States in 1854, stopping six months in New York, after which, he went to Detroit, Mich., where he engaged in farming for three years, when he came to La Crosse and worked at brick-making for three years, during which time he located part of his farm, which contains 240 acres. In 1859, he was married to Margaret Menzenburger, born in Germany in 1839, and soon moved on his farm. They have had eleven children, eight of whom are living - Christina, Earnest, Mary, Emma, Louisa, George, Philip and Margaret. Mr. Hess is a Democrat, and has been Town Treasurer three terms, Assessor, one term, and Chairman one term. Religion, Catholic.

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Gregory BOSCHERT Biography, b. 1827 GER to NY to WI

RMunns7272 — 18 Jun 2007 3:45:07 GMT

From "History of La Crosse County, Wisconsin", 1881, p. 861.

Town of Greenfield

GREGORY BOSCHERT, farmer, Sec. 22; P. O. Sigel; was born in Baden, Germany, in 1827. In 1832, with his parents, emigrated to the United States, living at Tonawanda, N. Y., ten years, after which, in 1842, they came to Wisconsin, living in Racine County until 1855, when he came to La Crosse County, and immediately commenced farming on land he had previously purchased on which he lived until 1861, when he sold the same and purchased his present farm of 240 acres, about 125 of which he has improved, built a fine barn, and one of the best farm-houses in the county. In 1857, he was married to Ana Tausche, born in Austria in 1838. They have three children - Joseph, born Jan. 9, 1858; Helen, born Sept. 16, 1859; Andrew, born April 15, 1861. Mr. Boschert is a member of the Catholic Church, and a Democrat in politics.

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Jacob BECKEL Biography, b. 1819 GER to OH to WI to OH to WI

RMunns7272 — 18 Jun 2007 3:42:00 GMT

From "History of La Crosse County, Wisconsin", 1881, p. 859.

Town of Shelby

JACOB BECKEL, proprietor of Greenfield House, Shelby; was born in Germany in 1819; emigrated to the United States in 1840, and stopped five years in Ohio, he then came to La Crosse and remained about six years, after which he returned to Ohio and stayed until 1856, when he came back to La Crosse and settled where he now lives; he has been engaged in the hotel business the entire time; he also owns 120 acres of land. In 1863, was appointed Postmaster at Shelby, and still retains the position, being one of the oldest Postmasters in the United States. He has also held various town and school offices, and is a Democrat in politics. In 1846, he was married to Elizabeth Frank; they have had twelve children, those living are Mary, Christena, Elizabeth, Louisa, Louis, Emma, Ana and Lena.

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Rev. Th. BEAN Biography, b. 1840 SWI to WI

RMunns7272 — 18 Jun 2007 3:35:44 GMT

From "History of La Crosse County, Wisconsin", 1881, p. 861.

Town of Greenfield

REV. TH. BEAN, Pastor of St. Joseph Church, St. Joseph; was born in Switzerland in 1840, and, in 1853, with his parents emigrated to the United States and settled at Sheboygan, Wis. In 1857, he entered the seminary of St. Francis at Milwaukee, and was ordained as priest on the 2d day of February, 1865, and soon went to Richland County, and resided at what is now Keysville, having charge of fifteen different missions, seven of which were in Richland County, five in Sauk County, one in Crawford, and one in Juneau, for six years, when the missions were divided so that he had charge of seven missions for about seven years, after, which, in 1878, he removed to Buffalo County, and resided at Waumandee, where he took charge of St. Bonifice for two years, when he came to La Crosse County and took charge of St. Joseph Church, and one mission in the town of Washington.

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Eliakil BARLOW Biography, b. 1813 NY to WI

RMunns7272 — 18 Jun 2007 3:31:39 GMT

From "History of La Crosse County, Wisconsin", 1881, p. 859.

Town of Shelby

ELIAKIL BARLOW, farmer, Sec. 16; P. O. La Crosse; was born in Clinton Co., N. Y., in 1813; came to La Crosse in 1851, where he engaged in teaming for one year, after which he settled on his present farm of 80 acres, he also owns 40 acres on Sec. 21. In 1836, Mr. Barlow was married to Mary Baker, born in Clinton Co., N. Y., in 1813; they have had eight children, only two of whom are living - Lydia A. and Milton E. Mr. Barlow is one of the old Henry Clay Whigs, and helped to organize the Republican party in Wisconsin, to which party he strictly adheres. In 1861, he enlisted in Co. B, 2d W. V. C., and served one year as wagon-master of the regiment, after which he was honorably discharged on account of sickness.

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Descendants of Klaas Vanderlaan

JeniferVanderland — 17 Jun 2007 9:51:44 GMT

AM interested in learning about the descendants of Klaas (CLaus)Bouwes VAnderlaan and Johanna Lucas Hoeksma. Klaas was the son of BOuwe SIeger van der Laan. HAve been able to locate descendants by 1920 census inWIsconsin but would love to fill in more information. AM willing to share info on my branch that settled in New YOrk State.

John M. WHITE Biography, b. 1810 NY to CAN to WI

RMunns7272 — 15 Jun 2007 8:52:39 GMT

From "History of La Crosse County, Wisconsin", 1881, p. 859.

Town of Barre

JOHN M. WHITE (deceased), was born in the State of New York in 1810; when 2 years of age, his parents died, and he was then adopted into the family of his uncle where he learned the wagon-maker's trade; at the age of 21, he went to Montreal, where he engaged in the manufacture of wagons for a term of years, when his shop was burned; he then removed to Matilda, now Iroquois, Canada, and followed the same business, at which place in 1848, he was married to Sarah A. Service, daughter of John and Hannah Service, born in Canada in 1828; in 1853, they came to La Crosse Co., and were among the early settlers of Bostwick Valley, where Mr. White was highly esteemed as a good neighbor and an honest man; a painful illness of the heart of three years' duration, culminated in his death Jan. 3, 1880. He left a wife and five children - Jennie (nee Micham), born March 3, 1851; Alice A., June 24, 1853; Emma, Sept. 6, 1855; Elgin G., March 3, 1858, and Charles F., July 15, 1862. Mr. White was a member of the Baptist Church, and a Republican in politics. Mrs. White now lives on the estate of 80 acres, Secs. 20 and 21; P. O. Barre Mills.

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Willie STANLEY Biography, b. 1853 NY to WI

RMunns7272 — 15 Jun 2007 8:47:05 GMT

From "History of La Crosse County, Wisconsin", 1881, p. 859.

Town of Barre

WILLIE STANLEY, farmer; P. O. Barre Mills; was born in Broome Co., N. Y., in 1853; at the age of 12, he came with his parents to Onalaska, La Crosse Co., where he lived about seven years; the remainder of his life was spent in different parts of La Crosse Co.; in July, 1880, he married Rosabel McIlwrith, daughter of Thomas McIlwrith, who was born in Ayrshire, Scotland; when 19 years of age, he emigrated to the United States, landing at McGregor, Iowa, July 2, 1856, where he stayed until winter, when he went to Memphis, Tenn.; in the following spring, Mr. McIlwrith came north and rafted logs on the Mississippi River during the summer; the remainder of his life, up to the present, with few exceptions, has been spent in La Crosse Co.; in the spring of 1861, he purchased his present farm, consisting of 80 acres located in Secs. 20 and 29; also 40 acres in Sec. 10, town of Greenfield, but he has since sold 20 acres of the latter. Mr. McIlwrith is a Republican in politics. He has served two years as Supervisors of the town of Barre, three years as School Clerk, and is at present serving his fifth year as Justice of the Peace. He was married, in 1861, to Mary Adaline Carl, daughter of Isaac and Tina Carl; their children are Annie, Rosabel, Martha, Jessie, Daisy and Mary.

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Charles E. SHAFT Biography, b. 1832 NY to WI

RMunns7272 — 15 Jun 2007 8:37:52 GMT

From "History of La Crosse County, Wisconsin", 1881, p. 858.

Town of Barre

CHARLES E. SHAFT, farmer and stock buyer; born in Rochester, N. Y., Oct. 31, 1832; son of William R. Shaft, a native of Madison Co., N. Y. Charles E. came to Sheboygan in 1847; thence to Walworth Co., and with his father engaged in the milling business; afterward followed the lakes for several years. He was married to Elizabeth Owens; she was born in Wales in 1843; they have four children - Alice, William, Emery and Myrta; lost two children. He has been variously engaged in farming, milling, etc.; came to La Crosse in 1861; his father came to La Crosse at the same time, where his mother died; his father returned to Walworth Co., where he died. Mr. Shaft has about 120 acres of land; has been engaged for many years in stock buying.

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William RUNGE Biography, b. 1840 GER to WI

RMunns7272 — 15 Jun 2007 8:33:46 GMT

From "History of La Crosse County, Wisconsin", 1881, p. 858.

Town of Barre

WILLIAM RUNGE, merchant, Barre Mills; was born in Germany in 1840; in December, 1863 he emigrated to the United States and came direct to La Crosse Co., and worked on a farm for four years, when he went into the grocery business with his brother at La Crosse, which business they carried on for four years; they then dissolved partnership, and Mr. R. removed to Barre Mills built the store and house he now occupies, and has since carried on a grocery business. In 1868, he was married to Catharine Batz born in Germany in 1844; they have had eight children, three of whom are living - Ida, born May 31, 1875; Arthur, Dec. 18, 1878; Amanda, Nov. 22, 1880.

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R. T. ROBERTS Biography, b. 1836 WAL to WI to MN to WI

RMunns7272 — 15 Jun 2007 8:30:04 GMT

From "History of La Crosse County, Wisconsin", 1881, p. 858.

Town of Barre

R. T. ROBERTS, farmer, Sec. 19; P. O. Barre Mills; was born in Wales in 1836; emigrated with his parents to the United States in 1851, and lived near Portage City, Wis., one year after which he came to La Crosse Co., and settled in the town of Barre. At the age of 21, Mr. R. went to Minnesota and lived near Mankato, where, in 1858, he was married to Margaret Edwards, daughter of Hugh and Elizabeth Edwards, born in the State of New York in 1842. In 1863, he removed to Barre, La Crosse Co.; purchased his present farm of 120 acres, but has since purchased more land so that his total real estate now amounts to 360 acres. Mr. Roberts has been Chairman of the Town Board for 5 years. Is a member of the Presbyterian Church, of which church he was elected Deacon at the age of 27; he was also one of the founders of the church in Barre. In politics, Mr. R. is a Republican. The children living are Elizabeth, born May 3, 1859; Margaret, Nov. 12, 1863; Anna, Aug. 4, 1865; Hugh, March 24, 1870; Emma, June 5, 1874; Edward, March 4, 1879.

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Maurice ROBERTS Biography, b. 1861 WI

RMunns7272 — 15 Jun 2007 8:26:33 GMT

From "History of La Crosse County, Wisconsin", 1881, p. 858.

Town of Barre

MAURICE ROBERTS, farmer, Sec. 19; P. O. Barre Mills; was born in La Crosse Co., in 1861; at the age of 14, his father died, after which, he went to live with his grandfather, Ever Roberts. In 1880, Ever Roberts died, leaving the estate, containing 120 acres, to his grandson, Maurice. In 1880, Mr. R. was married to Sophia Bremer, born in Germany in 1862. Politics, Republican; religion, Methodist.

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Fritz NUTTLEMANN Biography, b. 1820 GER to WI

RMunns7272 — 15 Jun 2007 8:23:07 GMT

From "History of La Crosse County, Wisconsin", 1881, p. 858.

Town of Barre

FRITZ NUTTLEMANN, farmer; P. O. Barre Mills; was born in Germany, March 2, 1820. On May 18, 1851, he was married to Mary Sandman, born in Germany Nov. 26, 1828; emigrated to the United States the same year, and landed at Milwaukee June 20, 1851; having $300 in gold, he purchased 50 head of sheep, 1 yoke of cattle, and 4 cows; he then worked a farm of 120 acres on shares for two years; after which, on the 20th of September, 1853, he started "out West," as it was then called, and arrived in La Crosse Co., Oct. 7, and purchased 80 acres in Bostwick Valley, and was soon making money. He now owns 280 acres, of which 200 are under cultivation, the remainder is in timber and pasture. The children are Sophia, born Sept. 20, 1854; Dora, Sept. 30, 1856; Mary, Aug. 19, 1858; Rachael, April 6, 1860, and Fred, who was born near Milwaukee Sept. 22, 1852, and was married Sept. 3, 1873, to Sophia Miller, daughter of Fred and Mary Miller; their children are Fred, born Feb. 7, 1874; Adolf, May 30, 1875; Arther, Dec. 16, 1876; Luella, born Aug. 17, 1878, and died Dec. 15, 1880.

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John MILLER Biography, b. 1816 GER to WI

RMunns7272 — 15 Jun 2007 8:20:01 GMT

From "History of La Crosse County, Wisconsin", 1881, p. 857 - 858.

Town of Barre

JOHN MILLER, P. O. Barre Mills; was born in Germany in 1816. In 1842, he was married to Juliana Snyder; born in Germany Jan. 15, 1824. In 1842, Mr. M. and family, consisting of wife and one child, emigrated to the United States and settled near Milwaukee, where he was engaged in farming for about six years; he then came to La Crosse Co., and purchased 160 acres of land in the town of Barre, on which place he is still living, but has since purchased 40 acres more. Mrs. Miller died Feb. 12, 1876. Their children are Agust, born June 6, 1846; Mary, July 1, 1849; Louis A., April 19, 1852; Minnie, Nov. 27, 1854; John, Dec. 1, 1856; Louisa, Sept. 3, 1859. Is a member of the Lutheran Church, and a Democrat. Louis A. Miller was born near Milwaukee, has always lived with his parents. In 1876, he purchased his father's farm, and, in 1878, was married to Margaret Sprain, daughter of Fred and Dorotha Sprain, born Jan. 7, 1857; they have one child - Juliana, born Feb. 18, 1879. Mr. M. is a member of the Lutheran Church, and a Democrat.

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D. F. MILLER Biography, b. 1853 GER to WI

RMunns7272 — 15 Jun 2007 8:15:40 GMT

From "History of La Crosse County, Wisconsin", 1881, p. 857.

Town of Barre

D. F. MILLER, farmer, Sec. 21; P. O. Barre Mills; was born in Germany in 1853. When 11 years of age, he came to the United States with his parents, and came direct to La Crosse County and settled in Bostwick Valley. In 1878, Mr. Miller purchased his present farm of 116 acres, and worked the same to the present time. In 1880, April 17, he was married to Sophia R. Nuttleman, born Sept. 20, 1854; they have one child - Luella, born Feb. 16, 1881. Mr. Miller is a Liberal in politics, and a Free Thinker.

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Conrad MILLER Biography, b. 1830 GER to WI

RMunns7272 — 15 Jun 2007 8:12:11 GMT

From "History of La Crosse County, Wisconsin", 1881, p. 857.

Town of Barre

CONRAD MILLER, farmer, Sec. 27; P. O. Barre Mills; was born in Germany in 1830. In 1854, he was married to Dora Seadenbauch, and, in 1864, he, with his wife and three children, emigrated to the United States, and came direct to La Crosse County, where he purchased land and commenced farming. In 1875, Mr. Miller purchased his present farm of 160 acres, but he owns land in different parts of the town, making his total real estate 451 acres. The children are Mary, born Feb. 5, 1855; Deitrich, born Nov. 28, 1857; Sophia, born Sept. 14, 1859; Willie, born May 20, 1872. Mr. Miller is a Republican in politics, and a member of the Lutheran Church.

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Miller Broom Company in La Crosse

Marie Gerbig Siferd — 29 Jul 2001 6:18:15 GMT

Hi,

I'm looking for anyone who has connections with the August Miller family in LaCrosse. August Miller started his broom factory in LaCrosse with some help from a farm hand of his. My great grandfather, Theodore Gerbig, was listed in the LaCrosse City Directories for 1884-1886 as being a broom maker at the Miller Broom Company. I'd like to find any old pictures that might show him with the Miller family or in the broom factory. Theodore went from Jefferson Co. sometime before 1883 and lived in LaCrosse at the time of his marriage to Augusta Schmidt. The ceremony took place back in Jefferson Co. near Hubbleton, but they lived in LaCrosse after their marriage until moving to the Marion, WI area sometime after 1886.

I am also trying to find a connection between the Miller family in Jefferson Co. and the one in LaCrosse. Both Miller families lived in Milwaukee from 1851 to 1853.

Thanks for any possible leads.

Marie

Thomas McILWRITH Biography, b. 1837 SCO to IA to TN to WI

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Lars KNUDSEN Biography, b. 1821 NOR to WI

RMunns7272 — 15 Jun 2007 7:43:46 GMT

From "History of La Crosse County, Wisconsin", 1881, p. 857.

Town of Barre

LARS KNUDSEN, farmer, Sec. 28; P. O. Barre Mills; born in Norway in 1821; in 1852, he came to the United States with his wife and one child, stopping one year with his relatives in Dane Co., Wis., after which he came to La Crosse County and settled on his present farm of 150 acres. He was married in 1850 to Isabel Anderson; they have had ten children, six of whom are still living - Carolina, Knud, John, Lena, Emma and Isabel. His son John is a promising young man, born in 1857, and is helping carry on the farm. Mr. K. and son are members of the Lutheran Church, and are Democrats in politics.

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Erastus HOWE Biography, b. 1829 NY to WI

RMunns7272 — 15 Jun 2007 7:39:38 GMT

From "History of La Crosse County, Wisconsin", 1881, p. 856 - 857.

Town of Barre

ERASTUS HOWE was born June 22, 1829, in the town of Cobleskill, Schoharie Co., N. Y. When 4 years old, his mother died, and when he was 8 years old, his father married again. He lived with his father until he was 22 years old, then started in the world for himself. Was married to Mary Jane Burton Oct. 12, 1851; then worked for her father the first winter, and in the spring of 1852 bought 25 acres of timber land, and cut away the brush. His wife, then his only helper, burnt the brush, and in a few days they had a spot ready to build a big shanty in the hemlock timber; cleared 2 acres the first year. In the fall built a comfortable house, with four rooms, and battled on with the old hemlocks. On Feb. 27, 1854, welcomed their first addition to the family. When hearing so much of the Western prairies, they concluded to sell their land, and, with $230, started, April 17, 1855, and landed in La Crosse on the 27th of April, and had $140 left; lost their trunk, and was obliged to use some of the money to buy soom goods before they left town. Then started for La Crosse Valley; in the town of Barre, found a piece of land and bought it. It had a shanty, 10x12, and it was covered with basswood bark, and when it rained, the streams were larger indoors than out. In this they lived till fall; their furniture was a couple of benches made of slabs, and their first table was a stable door, and many a day it was surrounded with new friends to eat the wild game, for they had plenty of that, and they all seemed to enjoy their new home. They had only a few neighbors, and they were of the best. Bull snakes were the only visitors they did not like. Sept. 13, 1855, the oldest daughter was born, and a terrible rain set in, and day after day there was not a dry place in the shanty to lay down, and all that could be done was to sit up and catch the water in dishes. Mr. Howe says: "This is what I called hard times. I had not one dime to fix the shanty; I could not get more than one day's work in a week, and then go four or five miles to get that." That same fall, he cut timber of his own, and built a good log shanty, and made shakes, and covered it, and then added more furniture, and, as Mr. Howe says: "After we had settled in our new shanty, we felt richer than to day in a brick house, and plenty of furniture and all the comforts of life. We could see now and then three or four deer at a time cross from one place of timber to the other; wolves were plenty; if we had fresh meat they knew it, and would get up a great howl, but a couple of rifle-shots would give us peace for awhile." At this time he had no team, but he used his neighbor, Martin Allen's. After struggling along with no team, no tools, and paying 12 per cent on borrowed money, he obtained a loan of Robert Smith, and bought an ox team. He then took 30 acres of land about four miles from his home to work on shares; then paid Mr. Smith, and commenced work on his own land. He hewed out timber, built a barn, hog-pen and corn crib, and then built a good house. Lived six years on this farm, then I bought 38 acres in Bostwick Valley, and moved there. Rented his old farm two years, sold it, and bought 80 acres of land and 40 acres of timber, adjoining the 38. Here they lived eleven years, then moved to West Salem; went in partnership with Robert Rand for one year, making bricks; then went to Sparta, and bought 20 acres, and a brick-yard on it; carried on the brick business for seven years, and in this time purchased a good brick house and lot in the city of Sparta; then purchased 30 acres in the limits of the city, also another 78 acres, and has 2 acres in the city of La Crosse, bought in the fall of 1880; moved back on the farm in Bostwick Valley, where he now lives.

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Hugh HOGAN Biography, b. 1818 IRE to NY to WI

RMunns7272 — 15 Jun 2007 7:33:41 GMT

From "History of La Crosse County, Wisconsin", 1881, p. 856.

Town of Barre

HUGH HOGAN, farmer, Sec. 26; P. O. Barre Mills; was born in Ireland in 1818; emigrated to the United States in 1843, and stopped in the State of New York two years, after which he went to Walworth Co., Wis., at which place, in 1849, he was married to Jane, daughter of James and Mary Murphy, born in Ireland March 29, 1830. In 1851, Mr. Hogan entered 240 acres of land in what is now known as Bostwick Valley, the same being the first land entered in the town of Barre, and the following year he moved his family on said land, on which they have lived to the present time. Mr. Hogan now owns 200 acres, which is one of the best farms in the valley, being well improved and having good buildings. Mr. H. has been a member of the School Board of his district, and is a Liberal in politics. The children now living are William, James, Mary Jane, Sarah E., John M., Ellen M. and Robert H.

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