Category Archives: Censuses

Ancestor Sketch – Johann Jakob Huber (1850–1926)

Posted on June 3, 2026 by Don Taylor

For eleven years, Johann Jakob Huber stood behind an impenetrable brick wall. A single page from the Bürger-Familienregister der Kirchgemeinde Stadel has shattered it. Now we know he was born 5 February 1850 in Pfündlauf, Zürich — a farmer, a father of seven, and the man who kept all but one child from leaving Switzerland. Continue reading →

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Howell’s in the Censuses – Henry, Gideon, and Peter

Posted on September 21, 2025 by Don Taylor

Exploring the census records of Henry, Gideon, and Peter Howell in Buckingham County, Virginia, to uncover clues about the father of Peter M. Howell (1805–1865). This research examines 1840–1870 census evidence, agricultural schedules, and possible family connections. Continue reading →

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Rufus Harry Darling in the Censuses

Posted on February 11, 2024 by Don Taylor

Genealogist Don Taylor revisits the life of Rufus Harry Darling, born 1857, raised by his mother after his father’s early death. He details Rufus’ residencies from 1860-1910 across U.S. censuses, noting discrepancies in reported marital status and ages. Taylor outlines steps to validate Rufus’ life events, including verifying the death of Rufus’ first wife and confirming secondary sources. He aims to provide a robust, accurately sourced genealogical profile, reconciling census data with family lore and historical records. Continue reading →

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Thomas Raidt & the Wisconsin Censuses.

Posted on August 27, 2023 by Don Taylor

The Wisconsin provides some insight and some additional questions regarding the Thomas Raidt household in the 1880s. Continue reading →

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Reuben Fugate & the 1810 and 1820 Censuses

Posted on August 13, 2023 by Don Taylor

I took a found Reuben Fugate and his household in the 1810 and 1820 Census. Continue reading →

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