Tag Archives: Kalamazoo Gazette

A Case of Mistaken Identity? Mrs. Montran (or Montrose?) in Vicksburg, 1901.

Posted on August 11, 2025 by Don Taylor

Montran MondayBy Don Taylor As part of my ongoing Montran Monday series, I search historical newspapers for any mention of individuals bearing the Montran surname. Each brief reference is another clue in the larger puzzle of my maternal grandmother’s elusive … Continue reading →

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Rufus Holton Darling – Built First Store in Kalamazoo

Posted on July 16, 2013 by Don Taylor

Headline from Kalamazoo Gazette, July 9, 1916 Thanks to Genealogy Bank I am reminded of the importance of looking closely at all of the family members and their actions and activities.  Rufus Holton Darling was born about 1816 and died in … Continue reading →

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Emily Swayze Darling – Death Date in Question

Posted on July 14, 2013 by Don Taylor

Just when you think you know a fact, something comes up to make you question what you think you know.  Generally, I’ve always considered the death date on a death certificate to be factual. However, in the case of Emily … Continue reading →

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