Category Archives: Family Lines

Ancestor Sketch – John Huber – Take 2

Posted on May 7, 2024 by Don Taylor

Ancestor Sketch of John Huber. He was born in Windlach, Switzerland in 1880, married Bertha Barbara Trümpi in 1905 in New Glarus, Wisconsin, had two children, and died in 1948 in James Township, Saginaw County, Wisconsin. Continue reading →

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Death of Bert Allen Roberts

Posted on May 1, 2024 by Don Taylor

The Elwood Call-Leader, dated 2 May 1949, chronicled the horrific death of my paternal grandfather, Bert Allen Roberts. Continue reading →

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Timothy Daly (1867-1923)

Posted on April 15, 2024 by Don Taylor

Timothy Daly, born in 1867 in County Cork, Ireland, arrived in Boston in 1882 at the young age of 15. This emigration was part of a larger wave following the Great Famine (1845-1851) and the Land War, which created harsh economic conditions in Ireland. Like many others, Timothy sought opportunity in the United States. He eventually settled in Biddeford, Maine, where he would live the rest of his life. Continue reading →

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What is Timothy Daly’s Birthdate?

Posted on April 6, 2024 by Don Taylor

There are conflicting records regarding Timothy Daly’s birthdate. I look at which date, March 1866 or 21 February 1867, is correct? Continue reading →

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In the News – Francis Welch Celebrates

Posted on April 1, 2024 by Don Taylor

This “In the News” clipping is from the Biddeford Saco Journal dated February 24, 1922. It celebrates Master Francis Welch’s fourth birthday party at the home of his grandparents. The table was decorated in pink and white, and Master Francis received many nice gifts. Continue reading →

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