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Part 2

ALEXANDER DONNAN, Sr.

Whitehorn, Gallowayshire, Scotland

Galway, Saratoga County, N. Y,

1759 - 1934

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In connection with the other Donnan families in America, Canada and elsewhere,
I will take this one first, because they settled just across the Mohawk River at
Galway, Saratoga County, New York and Alexander married a sister of David Donnan's
wife on the south side of the Mohawk River.

As yet, on this, and all other family groups that will appear in this record
later, direct connection is not traced out, but I believe that we are all related.
I was corresponding with the House of Commons before the World War, then everything
was shut off and have not been able to find anything definitely since. There
are still many Donnans in Scotland and Ireland, just across the channel, that I
have been in touch with, but the lack of definite dates is a handicap, then the
given names all run the same, and for those reasons they come back at me for something
I can't give them, so nothing is accomplished. I should like to spend six
months over there, having as a background the several different Donnans that came
during the latter part of the 17th century and the beginning of the 18th and trace
them or any of the name back to France, then western Asia, where I think they were
among the Gentiles that Paul preached to.

Many of the different ones that I have met show a strong resemblance, more
so than this particular one. My grandfather was a small man, dark complexion and
hair, weighing about 150 lb. and Alexander was a large man, sandy complexion and hair
weighing about 200 lb. In spite of this fact, two sisters loved them, and each
thought their husband was the best.

MARRIAGE: ALEXANDER DONNAN, Whitehorn, Gallowayshire, Scotland
TO: Jeanette McKerlie, Princetown, Schenectady County, NY.

There were ten children: William, Mary, John, Alexander, Andrew, Samuel,
James, George, David and Elizabeth

Alexander was born in Whitehorn, Gallowayshire, Scotland, January 9, 1759 his
father was a clocksmith or blacksmith, some tell me the first, others the last, so
you can take your choice. When 18 years old in 1777, he decided to try America
and set sail. There were Donnans who were captains of sailing ships and some of
them came over with them, but we do not know that Alexander did. A Scotch lad
of 18 starting out on a three, four, five and maybe six months trip to the new
and larger country, America.

It is presumed that he knew someone who had come to this section of the
country; anyway, he found his way up the beautiful Hudson Valley to Albany, then to
Schenectady and on out to Galway, Saratoga County, NY. and sometime later purchased
a good farm about a mile southeast of the village, well watered, good drainage
and lay to the south. There was a Scotch family from Dumbartonshire, Scotland
that came to America in 1764 and settled in Princetown, Schenectady County, NY.
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he had to go some fifteen miles and cross the Mohawk River, Jeannette must be seen
occasionally; this led to friendship, love, engagement and on February 21, 1788
Alexander Donnan and Jeannette McKerlie, daughter of John McKerlie and Nancy
McKie of Princetown, Schenectady County, NY were married at the bride's home
and we venture to say that their wedding trip was to their home in Galway, they
being one of the early settlers in that community. Jeannette was born February
21, 1758, Dumbartonshire, Scotland. One of the older children and being brought
up on the farm she knew what it meant and made the new home a pleasant one. On
the hill north of the house you get a beautiful view of the surrounding country,
the Berkshire, Adirondack and Vermont mountains show up.

The school, and the Associate Presbyterian Church, later, had been established
and the young couple became members and entered into all activities of the community.
There were ten children born to them, 8 boys and 2 girls, who they educated
and trained in all the substantial ways of life. The oldest was 23 when the
youngest was born so they had a large class at home and things moved; every one
had his or her work to do and it was done. They were successful farmers and Albany
was the main market. They were only a short distance from the road going to
Schenectady and Albany. Their farming would be considered as general, dividing
their work and giving them a constant income. Alex became an officer in the church
active in civic and political affairs, was a Whig, which later became the Republican
Party. Alex died at Galway August 27, 1843 at the age of 84 and Jeannette
three years later, September 21, 1846 at the age of 88. Interment was in West
Charlton Cemetery, New York.

In following this lineage I will adopt the same order purused on my direct
line, taking up the children of Alexander, who came from Scotland, in the order
of their birth following their descendents on through to the present, at least that is
what I was able to do from my grandfather David Donnan on down (save those who
died young or did not marry), that record will follow the parents.

MARY DONNAN, second child of Jeannette was born at Galoway, NY February 15,
1791. So far as known a healthy child and just about ready to enter school when
sickness came and could not be checked; she died October 4, 1796 and was buried
in the cemetery at West Charlton, NY. This was a blow to all, but especially
to the mother who is always delighted to have a daughter in the home, there are so
many joys in the association, as well as the assistance given.

SAMUEL DONNAN, sixth child of Jeannette, was born April 20, 1799 at Galway,
NY. and he too was strong and well, but not long for this life. I do not know the
disease, but in our family those who were called young, in most cases, had fever,
scarlet being most common. The four older boys and their parents had to part with
Samuel he being called higher December 22, 1802. Interment was alongside of his
sister Mary. Joys and sorrows had filled the home, but with undaunting faith,
hope and trust they went forward to life's tasks.

MARRIAGE: WILLIAM B. DONNAN, Galway, Saratoga County, NY.
TO: ???

They had one child, Mary.

William, first child of Jeannette, born January 28, 1789 at Galway, NY. a
healthy boy, took to school, good penman, and as he grew up younger children were
ready to take his place at home, he launched out for himself. The older members of
their family living in 1934 know very little about him, so I have had much
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say that he had a farm in Saratoga County that had many willow trees on and the
DuPont Co. of Wi1mington, Del. bought the farm in order to have the wood for making
powder and offered him a position in their office at Wilmington. Anyway, he
did go to work for them and in 1828 there was an explosion in the plant and he
among others was injured so he died at the age of 35 and was buried in the Old
Swedes Church Cemetery, Wilmington, Del. There is also a marker showing Elizabeth
Donnan, but does not say his wife (Lot L 252-LL 73, G 2). I wrote the cemetery
Association at Wi1mington who failed to answer, then State Board of Health; next
Mrs. C. J. Holzmueller, Dover, Del, a descendent of Alexander, then Chamber of
Commerce, Wilmington, who sent me the names of 33 Flemings and their address, many
of whom I wrote but to no avail; then Dr. Charles Gilchrist, of 48 Warren Road,
Toronto, Canada, who gave me much data from the old family Bible, but nothing on
William, save his birth. He suggested Mrs. A. B. Birchby, 315 Penn Street, Pasadena
Cal. She had nothing, then to the Historical Department, Des Moines, Iowa for it
was said that Mary Fleming, youngest grandchild had moved there with her older
sister Josie, who is married and has a family, finally with friends in California
where they say Samuel has moved, to look in directories for his name; have received
one at 132 East 68th St. Los Angeles from whom I received a very nice letter saying
he was not the chap. This is just a glimpse of the work when you have lost
your footing.

MARRIAGE: MARY DONNAN, Wilmington, Del.
TO: William Fleming, Milford, Del.

They had three children: Josie, Samuel and Mary.

Mary, only child of William and his wife, born at Wilmington, Del. where she was
educated and entered into activities of the place. She met her fate in the person
of William Fleming and they were married. Later it is said they moved to Florida,
but none can tell me the place. It would appear that the parents were buried there.
I do not know his vocation, so can't get at it from that angle. They educated
their three children in the different schools where living and enjoyed the delightful
climate of the south.

MARY DONNAN, their youngest, did not marry and is said to be with her sister
Josie in Iowa. As we are not positive who Josie married this is about the only
clue to find out where they are in Iowa.

MARRIAGE: JOSIE FLEMING, Milford, Del.
TO: ??? Collins

They have children, but do not know their names, it is said that Josie and
Samuel each married their cousins by the name of Collins. I do not know his
vocation so can't get at it from that line. They moved to Florida, educated their
children and some years ago are said to have moved to Iowa, her sister Mary Fleming
going with them; so if we find a Mary Fleming in Iowa that has the same
address as a Collins, it would be a clue to their residence. If any of you know
the place they lived in Florida, let me know and we can perhaps trace them from
someone there, or through the Post Office.

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MARRIAGE: SAMUEL FLEMING, Mi1ford, Del.
TO: ??? Collins

Samuel, second child of Mary, born at Milford, Del., where he was educated
in part at least, for we do not know when they moved to Florida. It is thought
that they had no children and Mrs. Fleming died in Florida and possibly buried
there. Later he moved to California, but again no one of the family here knows
where. I have asked friends there to look in the directories and give me addresses
of all Samuel Flemings found; thus far have received one, he lives at 132 East 68th
Street, Los Angeles. I wrote him and received a very nice letter saying he was
not the chap, so all you people going to California just look out for him and
report.

MARRIAGE: JOHN DONNAN, Galway, Saratoga County, NY
TO: Esther Clark,

There were 4 children: Janet, John Alexander, William and James

NEXT TO: Margaret Speir, West Mlilton, NY

There were 5 children: Mary Jane, Elizabeth, Margaret J., Mary Ester and Nancy Ann

John, third child of Jeannette was born January 9, 1796 at Galway, Saratoga
County, NY having a brother and sister to play with; he was a healthy chap and
soon entered school with them at Galway. When he had finished his district school
education there were other younger children and the western part of the state was
opening up, the Erie Canal was under construction, this would make transportation
less for their wheat, so John decided to go there, but there was a young lady
at home he had fallen in love with and on September 15, 1817 John Donnan and
Esther Clark were married and the next spring they went just south of York, Livingston
County, NY and purchased a farm on the north and south road overlooking
the Genesee valley to the east. Wheat was the main crop but there was a creek
running through the farm so he built a tannery and had a shoe shop. They were
successful in the venture and became worthy citizens of the community, entering
social, civic, political and church life, they were 2 of 26 charter members of
the Covenanter Reformed Presbyterian Church at York. When James was born January
21, l825 Esther did not gain her strength and her call came, a person loved by all
who knew her, faithful to husband and children to the end. Interment was at Pleasant
Valley Cemetery, York, NY She was born September 25, 1785 in the east. This
left a Mother's chair vacant and there was another Scotch girl John knew in the
east and the correspondence that followed led to their engagement and they were
married. Miss Speir of West Milton, NY proved faithful to her duties in the
family with 4 stepchildren. There were 5 children born to this union, making a
family of 11. Margaret while surrounded by many home duties, found time for outside
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on all the children, which continued after her death, August 14, 1860. Interment
was in Pleasant Valley Cemetery. John remained on the farm for some years, some
of the boys being there with him, then he sold it and came east for a visit, was
taken sick and died on October 1, 1870 and his body taken back to Pleasant Valley
He had intended to build another house on the farm where he could spend the rest
of his days with those he loved dearly, but a home had already been prepared for
him.

JANET D0NNAN, first child of Esther, born September 27. 1818, took to school
and early in life became a member of the Covenanter Church and entered into the
neighborhood activities, she became very deaf but equally keen. She did not marry
and after the death of her father, went to live with her sister Mrs. Lewis in
Geneseo and joined the Presbyterian church there. She was very intelligent, being
a great reader her interests were wide but she never neglected her duties at home.
In 1893 she was not well and her call came September 24th, almost on her birthday,
September 27th. Interment was at Temple Hill, Cemetery, Geneseo, NY.

WILLIAM DONNAN, third child born October 25, 1822, a healthy boy, entered
school where he had many friends, but his call came in his teen age and Sept.
17, 1837 they prepared his body for burial. During that period there was much
fever, and the doctors were not able to cope with it as they do now. Interment was
at Pleasant Valley Cemetery, York, NY.

MARY JANE DONNAN, first child of the second marriage was born March 11, 1829
but died in infancy and her body was laid in the family plot; to us who believe in
the promises of God, what a help it is when death enters our homes.

ELIZABETH DONNAN, second child of Margaret, born May 3, 1831 had plenty of
associates at home as well as at school where she did good work, but was not long
for this life, just entering young womanhood at the age of 19 her call came December
5. 1850; some wonder why the promising are taken and others not, but in the
lives of those who believe, we press forward submitting to His Will. Burial was
in the family plot at Pleasant Valley.

NANCY ANN DONNAN, youngest child of Margaret, born July 26, 1838 was a joy
in the home for only a little more than a year when sickness came to her and the
Doctor could not, neither the kind parents, check it, and on September 10, 1839
she died and was laid near others who had gone on before.

MARRIAGE: JOHN ANDERSON D0NNAN, York, Livingston Co., NY
TO: Mary Milroy, York, Livingston Co., NY

There were 4 children born to them: William J., John Milroy, George A. and Anna M.

John, third child of Esther, born October 4, 1820 on the farm one mile south of
York, in fact all the children were born there. John was a healthy child and
soon ready for school with the others, a good district school and many continued
till they were grown up thus completing their education. With a kindly disposition
became a friend of all, very temperate in speech as well as otherwise; got
much pleasure out of life in fellowship with those he came in daily contact. He
was a lifelong member of the Covenanter Church at York, NY serving it in many
ways, was finally chosen to the Eldership. As a young man he was interested in
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daughter of James and Mary Milroy, Scotch people of the same neighborhood. Mary was
born December 25, 1828, educated in their home school, soon became prominent in
social circles and church life joining the Covenanter Church at an early age.
John's father purchased another farm near Greigsville, NY, where they went to
live, and remained during their life time. This section was covered with varied
timber and when cleared was very productive, especially in wheat. They were good
managers so this was another thrifty Donnan home, and a good neighbor. They educated
their children also in the home school, a good one perhaps holding to the three
R's, but there was much good horse sense instilled into their minds. This was
another pleasant place to drop in for a call or a stay. They both died the same
year; this left two vacant chairs in the home and a great loss to each of the family.
John died on March 4, 1886 and Mary April 3, interment was in Pleasant Valley
Cemetery, York. NY.

MARRIAGE: WILLIAM J. DONNAN, Greigsville, NY
TO: Dora Brister, England, to Kansas as an infant

They had one child:  Zoe Brister

William, first child of Mary born November 7, 1854 on the farm, a strong
child took to school and went to the Geneseo Normal. He in some way got the western
bug and up to the age of 25 attended the Covenanter Church at home; when the bug
took wings and he went to Kansas, near Iola the county seat of Allen County in the
southeastern part of the state. Here he met and fell in love with Dora Brister, a
native of England, her parents having come to U.S.A. when she was an infant. They
purchased a farm and were successful, adding others, became quite extensive farmers.
Several years ago he sold out and is now living at Laharpe, Kansas. This is
also in Allen County just east of lola. Dora was born March 11 1862, and educated,
refined woman and both entered in all activities of County, State and Nation. They
educated their one daughter well in the good schools of the west. Dora was taken
sick and on December 13, 1925 her call came and was buried at lola, Kansas and perhaps
this is one reason why William sold out and moved into La Harpe. His brother
John Milroy Donnan and wife and their eldest son and wife, John W. visited there
in 1935 and had a wonderful time.

MARRIAGE: ZOE BRISTER DONNAN, La Harpe, Kansas
TO: Ralph Stevenson, La Harpe, Kansas

They had one child: William Donnan

Zoe (This is a new name in the Donnan family), born February 15, 1893 at La
Harpe, Kansas a strong healthy child loved home and school, which she continued
through the La Harpe High School, graduating with honors and many friends, returned
to the farm that she enjoyed very much. Perhaps in school she met her fate in the
person of Ralph Stevenson, of La Harpe, Kansas a fine young man and they were married
October 9, 1913. I do not know his vocation, but they stayed in that same
section and one son was born.

WILLIAM DONNAN STEVENSON, born November 21, 1919 who is being educated for his
life's work. They are members of the Methodist Church and active in all phases of
uplift. Ralph was in an auto accident April 1935 and was killed. I do not know the
circumstances but he was one who made up the 36,000 killed that year. Burial was in
the family plot. Dora and her only son William are living in lola, Kansas, a railroad
center and a good farming community; it is also the county seat. William

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still being in school, do not know what he intends to take up, but intends to go
to college, interested in music and sports. We wish him success.

MARRIAGE: JOHN MILROY DONNAN, Greigsville, Livingston Co. NY.
TO: Lizzie A. Bow, Greigsville, Livingston Co. NY.

They have two children: John W. and Arthur B.

John, second child of Mary born October 14, 1857 at Greigsville, a healthy
chap, sandy complexion, took to school, graduated from Geneseo Normal, decided on
farming as his vocation; they now live on a beautiful farm, first road south of
York on the R.H. and the first house on the right hand side of the road. Beautiful
fields of hay, oats, barley, beans, fine flock of sheep, cattle and horses. I shall
never forget the field of beans, different years, extending back to the woods on a
little elevation; rows your eye would line all the way and not a weed to be found.
Here also was seen Grandfather, Son and Grandson with a hoe, each taking two rows
cutting down any weeds that were appearing to take the strength of the soil from
the beans; all of them interested in farming and the youngest still in school during
the season. John had many friends in the District School and Normal, but one
in particular as some times happens, in the person of Miss Lizzie Bow; they agreed
to agree and were married February 26, 1885. They have been life long members of
the now United Presbyterian Church of York, interested in all things helpful to
home, community, church, state and nation. John, Arthur and their wives came east
for the first time to see some of the beauties of eastern New York and we hope they
liked them well enough to return many times. John was in his 89th year, hale and
hearty. Their address is Piffard, New York, R F D. Lizzie was born August 8,
1862. They educated their two sons well and it has been a pleasant place to visit
all these years
.
MARRIED: JOHN W. DONNAN, Greigsville, Livingston Co. NY
TO: Florence MacVean, York, NY

They have three children: Anna Elizabeth, Margaret Stewart and Grace Florence

John, first child of Lizzie, born May 29, 1886 resembling both parents, healthy,
attended the home school and Geneseo Normal and decided on farming as his vocation,
and of course had to have a companion. But I understand inclinations along this
line had started sometime previous so it was an easy matter to come to a conclusion
and Florence MacVean and John W. Donnan were married at the brides home
March 8, 1911. Florence was educated in their District School, Lima Seminary, Lima,
NY and Syracuse University. They are both good singers and their home is a pleasant
one to be in. They are now living on the first farm R.H. side going west out
of York, are members of the United Presbyterian Church at York, only a short distance
from their home.

ANNA ELIZABETH DONNAN, first child of Florence, born October 22, 1912 at York, N.Y.
took to school at an early age became a member of the United Presbyterian Church
graduated from Greigsville High School and the Swedish American Hospital, Rockford,
Ill. as a certified nurse. She is musical, plays the piano well, pleasing in appearance

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and we don't wonder, (as we had just heard), that Leland Anderson, a farmer
near Conevus lake, P.O. Geneseo, NY R.F.D. has married her October 1935. We
congratulate them.

MARGARET STEWART DONNAN, second child of Florence, born November 4, 1913 at
York, NY alert, dark complexion, took to school and became a member of the United
Presbyterian Church at an early age. She graduated from Greigsville High School
then from the Rochester Business Institute as a stenographer and is now with New
York State Hospital, Rochester, NY. Musical, fits into social life and is enjoying
her work there; success to her.

GRACE FLORENCE DONNAN, third child of Florence, born February 18, 1915, an all
around girl just in her teens attending the Greigsville High School, a good student
but I can't say what she is going to do, or rather fit herself for. They have a
nice large home and all being musical, it is a good place to stop in. We wish Grace
the best of success in whatever she chooses to take up. It is fine to be fitted for
some particular thing even if you do get married. She also became a member of the
United Presbyterian Church at an early age, the natural outcome of a Christian home
.
MARRIED: ARTHUR B. DONNAN, York, NY
TO: Bertha Simpson, York, NY

They have two children: Mary Francis and John A.

Arthur, second child of Lizzie, born May 21, 1889 soon went to school with
his older brother, then went to Greigsville High and Geneseo Normal, but decided
that farming was his choice in life and how much broader that life can be with a
good education; in fact it makes it ideal. Arthur joined the United Presbyterian
Church early in life, as well as a young lady from Fowlerville, NY in that same
community. They became personal friends and were married, settling on his father's
farm where they still are. A beautiful home, living apart and yet together, some
rooms being mutual. Bertha was well educated, musical and plays the organ in their
church, a neat brick building and the parsonage not far from it and at present the
Rev. Clark is pastor, a descendant of Alexander Donnan on his Mother's side. It is
a going church surrounded by going farmers. Arthur has taken many prizes having
made a study of the soil.

MARY FRANCIS DONNAN, first child of Bertha was born December 14, 1914 at York
and has just finished High School at Greigsville. She enjoyed very much the privilege
of going to the Chicago Fair, it was added education. I did not learn what
she intended to specialize in, but can bespeak success for her.

JOHN A. DONNAN, second child of Bertha, born September 12, 1919 at York, a
healthy child now in his teens a little bashful but John you will get over that.
He enjoys school and has a great interest in the farm at home. He is just the kind
of a chap to send down to Cornell after he gets through High School. What a farmer
he would make, where interest is, success comes and this we wish for him in whatever
he takes up. Fond of reading, keeps track of world events, something we all
should do; in fact, we need more farmers to represent us in all public places.

MARRIED: GEORGE A. DONNAN, Greigsville, NY
TO: Mary K. Stewart, York, NY

There were three children: George S., Neil S. and Anna L.

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George, third child of Mary, born April 2, 1860 at Greigsville, NY a healthy
boy, sandy hair and complexion, blue eyes, in fact resembled the Donnan side.
Educated in their home schools and Geneseo Normal has spent most of his life farming
in the home community. At present he has about 400 acres on the road going directly
north from York, part of which backs up to his brother John's farm on the next
road south. He married Mary K. Stewart of York October 14, 1865 and settled on
the farm. They educated their three children, were successful farmers, active in
the York Church, civic and political affairs. When the eldest son was married they
worked the farm and George and Mary moved to LeRoy, NY where Mary died November
23, 1921 and was laid at rest in Pleasant Valley Cemetery, York, NY. Later George
moved back on the farm and is living in the small house that is across the road
from the other one. It is nice to drive along the good roads and see good crops
on the farms and everyone busy, that is the case in this section of our state as
well as many others. They are members of the York Church, active in community
affairs, educating their children well.

NEIL S. DONNAN, second child of Mary, born March 1891 was soon found to be blind,
and like all children that are afflicted in any way, all become fond of them. He
was very bright and loved to sing, this he could do by hearing the others and
accomplished much along musical lines as well as others. As soon as he was old
enough they sent him to the Blind School at Batavia, NY where they do wonderful
work with them. He united with the United Presbyterian Church at an early age and
enjoyed the service, but November 8, 1904 he was called to a larger service. Interment
was in the Pleasant Valley Cemetery, York, the family knowing best how he was
missed.

MARRIED: GEORGE S. DONNAN, York, NY.
TO: Sarah VanDusen, LeRoy, NY.

They have four children: Bruce Stewart, George William, Dorothy Margaret and
Mary Isabelle.

George, first child of Mary, born July 27th, 1912 at York, NY educated in
home school, Greigsville High School, then Cornell University at Ithaca, NY He
is now applying that knowledge on the more than 400 acres described above. He was
early a member of the York church, active in its work, musical, therefore a member
of the choir in the neat brick church they now have. Somehow he met a young lady
from LeRoy, NY became good friends and were married. She was also musical; in
fact, they had many things in common so this is another delightful Donnan home to
stop at. They were just going to the fair the last time we called but will go
again. She was a member of the Presbyterian Church in LeRoy but took her letter
to the York Church.

MARRIED: BRUCE STEWART DONNAN, York, NY.
TO: Ruth Gertrude Webb, Holcomb, N.Y

Bruce, first child of Sarah, born July 27, 1912 at York, NY strong and
healthy, he soon entered school and moved along with his classes. Graduating from
Greigsville High he entered Cornell Univ. so he and his older brother can check
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years of famine. Somewhere in his travels he met Ruth Gertrude Webb, of Holcomb
NY., they became engaged and were married February 23, 1935 and are living on
their Father's farm. We had the pleasure of meeting her in 1935 but the rest of
them were out on that 400 acre farm and that day we had to move on. Their address
is Piffard, NY R.F.D.

GEORGE WILLIAM DONNAN, second child of Sarah, born October 2, 1914 at York,
NY a bright chap soon in school, then Greigsville High, associated himself with
Eastman Kodak Co., Rochester, NY and has gone to Dallas, Texas to represent them
there. He certainly will have his hands full if he has to care for all of it. Thus
we see the different Donnan families spreading out into nearly every state in the
Union. George was also associated with the United Presbyterian Church at York.

DOROTHY MARGARET DONNAN, third child of Sarah, born August 1, 1917, York, NY
strong and resembling both parents, took to school and after she graduated from
Greigsville High entered Keuka College of Liberal Arts, Keuka, NY on the east
side of Keuka Lake, nicely located and I understand is under the Baptist Church,
but open to all.

MARY ISABELLE DONNAN, fourth child of Sarah, born February 4, 1922, York, NY
bringing added pleasure to the home and was soon ready for school and at present
is in Greigsville High. Mary the next historian will have to finish the rest of
your educational work, but as we grow older, feel it is quite important, if possible
to fit yourself for something in particular and to this end we wish you success.

MARRIED: ANN L. DONNAN, York, NY
TO: Mark Milton Potter

Ann, third child of Mary, born at York, NY and attended the home school
where she had many friends, joined the United Presbyterian Church at York early
in life and when her parents moved in to LeRoy, she attended and graduated from
the High School there, then went to Philadelphia, Pa. and attended a private school.
I surmise it was there that she met her fate in the person of Mark Milton Potter,
a U. S. A. Army officer; they were married July 10, 1920 since which time they have
been stationed all over the U. S. A. Just at present they are at Ft. Sam Houston,
San Antonio, Texas. Both being well educated they are enjoying seeing so much of
the country. We wish him the best of success in his military career, but that it
will be only to keep peace with the World. They have no family and it is impossible
to give a permanent address, except as an officer in the U. S. Army
.
MARRIED: ANNA M. DONNAN, Greigsville, NY
TO: Hugh Canby Hackney, La Harpe, Kansas

There were four children born to them: Margarite, Kenneth, Hester and William.

Anna, fourth child of Mary, born April 12 1863 at Greigsville, NY a bright
child, did nicely in school through the high school, then went to Geneseo Normal.
She joined the Covenanter Church at York when young and after her parents' death
she lived a few years with John Milroy Donnan. When on a visit to her brother
William in Kansas she met Hugh Canby Hackney a produce dealer in La Harpe, Kan.
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lived in La Harpe. Hugh died several years ago and interment was in the family
plot there. Anna is still living there with her two daughters and are attendants
of the Presbyterian Church. (I note Hugh died January 5, 1923)

MARGARITE HACKNEY, first child of Anna, born March 20, 1895 at La Harpe, Kan.
and seemed to be a healthy child, entered school and not only gained friends but
held them wherever she was. Was doing nicely in school and when sickness came her
many friends stood by her till the end November 9, 1905 in her 11th year. Burial
was in the family plot, but her cheer still lives.

KENNETH HACKNEY, second child of Anna, born October 18, 1896 helped to fill
the vacancy, but he was not spared long, being called February 14, 1898, double
sorrow to this household. Interment was by his sister.

HESTER HACKNEY, third child born September 11, 1898 brought cheer to the home
again, she was a healthy child and soon went to school where she enjoyed the work
and entered into its activities with a zest. She became a member of the Presbyterian
church early in life and after her graduation from La Harpe High School graduated
from Kansas State University then came to Rochester and graduated from the
Mechanics Institute there finishing up by attending Columbia University, New York.
I do not know the degrees conferred upon her, but do not doubt but she has them.
She is now living with her mother in La Harpe.

WILLIAM HACKNEY fourth child, born October 3, 1899 had his older sister to
play with and soon went to school, after graduating from High he attended Pittsburg
University, was active in sports and acted as Coach much of the time; just what
he fitted himself for has not come to me, but he is now home with his mother and
no doubt is active at something. He is also a Presbyterian and have my suspicion
that he belongs to the Young Republican Club.

MARRIED: JAMES DONNAN, York, NY
TO: Lucy Mildred Arnold, Owingsville, Bath County, Ky.

They have one son, John Clay

James Donnan, M.D., fourth child of Esther, born January 21, 1825 at York, NY.
I don't mean that he was born an MD., but he became one in after life. He attended
school at home till a young man then all at once he packed his grip, said good
bye and was not heard from till some 20 years afterward when he was about to be
married. He studied medicine at Cincinnati, Ohio and went over into the State
of Kentucky to practice and by thrift and diligence became the owner of much land
and other forms of wealth. We notice this thread of independence elsewhere in the
Donnan family. He met, and fell in love with Lucy Mildred Arnold, of Owingsville,
Ky., born 1845, the daughter of a southern planter, well educated and a refined
lady. They were married October 9, 1865.

JOHN CLAY DONNAN, their only child was well educated and a southern gentleman,
spent most of his life on the estate in Kentucky and later in life came to Rochester,
NY where he died and was buried in Pleasant Valley Cemetery, York, NY
He was born March 20, 1872 and died April 11, 1934, not a very old man having been
a gentleman all his life. Both parents were buried at Owingsville, Bath County, Ky.
which is the county seat.

MARRIED: MARGARET J. DONNAN, York, N. Y,
TO: Joseph D. Lewis, Geneseo, N. Y

They had no children

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Margaret, third child of Margaret, John's second wife, born November 22, 1833
took advantage of their schools at an early age, gained many friends among which
was Joseph A. Lewis of the same county. Margaret was a member of the Covenanter
Church at York and took an active part in its work. On November 2, 1864 they were
married and went to housekeeping on the farm. Joe was a fine fellow, you might
call him a general business man. His council was sought by many. Later he entered
into buying, especially wool and was known throughout the country; this finally
took up so much of his time they moved into Geneseo just apposite one of the City
parks. They were both very much interested in history and had the key of a log
cabin that stood down in front of their home that was filled with war relics and
Joe could tell you the history of most of them. They both joined the Presbyterian
Church there and took a great interest in the affairs of the day. It too was a
delightful home to visit. Joseph was taken first July 12, 1915 and Margaret May 11,
1918 and were buried in Temple Hill Cemetery, Geneseo, NY There were many friends
to show their continued liking for both of them at the funeral.

MARRIED: MARY ESTHER DONNAN, York, NY
TO: Samuel Boudin

There were three children: Mary R., Elizabeth and Emma S.

Mary, fourth child of Margaret, born December 4, 1835 a healthy child was soon
to school where she did well and entered into the Young Peoples activities, a member
of the Covenanter Church at York NY, of which Rev. Samuel Boudin was the
young pastor and as some of those young men come from their years of hard study
in preparation for the ministry and obtain a charge, the next thing to help in the
work is to find a help mate and I can assure you it means much to him. You hear some
say, We don't call the ministers wife, that may be true, but she has a great influence
on the one we do call, so Mary must have filled her place well for Rev. Boudin
was pastor of the York Church for a long time, then successful in other fields.
They were married in April 1864, educated their children well, and did a good work
in the spread of the Gospel. Mary died June 2, 1873, but I haven't the date of
his death. Both were buried in New York City.

MARRIED: MARY R. BOUDIN, York, NY.
TO: Charles Bow, York, NY.

There were no children. Mary, first child of Mary, born January 4, 1866
at York, NY a strong child and soon entered their good school, then entered
Ingham Academy, LeRoy, NY. On December 16, 1886 she married Charles Bow of
York, NY a farmer where they spent most of their life, then moved into Perry,
NY They took great pride in raising Shetland ponies and driving good horses;
not a bad hobby and perhaps some money in it. During 1919 Charles was taken and
interment was in NY. That left Mary alone in Perry where she still lives. A few
years ago she had a fall which left her an invalid. Perry is quite an active place,
surrounded by good farming country and a beautiful lake just a little west of it,
Silver Lake.

ELIZABETH BOUDIN, second child of Mary, born January 17, 1868 at York, was
well educated, entered social life and was much interested in history and travel
which she did quite extensively in America and Europe. She never married so was
devoted somewhat to herself. She was in Florida at the time of her death a short

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time ago. Interment was in the family plot in New York City.

EMMA S. BOUDIN, third child of Mary, born October 22, 1871 at York, NY soon
went to school with her older sisters and after finishing High attended Geneseo
Normal. She joined the Covenanter Church in early life and was interested in
Young Peoples activities.. In 1893 she was in LeRoy, NY, was struck by a train and
killed. This was a hard blow for the family and her many friends, just ready to
enter into life's duties and her call came. Interment was in New York City.

MARRIED: ALEXANDER DONNAN, Galway, NY
TO: Mary Alexander, West Char1ton, NY

There were four children: Jane Ferguson, Elizabeth Jannet, Alexander and George

NEXT TO: Elizabeth McKindley, Galway, NY

By whom there were six children: John McKindley, Mary Alexander, William G.,
Ann McKindley, Margaret Isabella and James Bell.

NEXT TO: Jane McKercher, Leicester, Livingston Co.

To whom one child was born: Helen Adelia

Alexander Jr, fourth child of Jeannette, was born April 27, 1795 at Galway
NY sturdy, sandy complexion and tall, educated in Galway schools till grown up
and took to farming, and settled at West Charlton. On March 26, 1817 he married
Mary Alexander who was born April 5, 1798 educated in the district school and
brought up on farm. There were four children whom they educated well. After
George's birth, Mary did not retain her strength and death came June 17, 1828;
burial at West Charlton.

On March 18, 1829 Alexander married Elizabeth McKindley, born July 26, 1797 in
the same section and they continued on the farm. There were six children to this
union, a busy household with ten active children to feed, clothe and educate.
Elizabeth was a kind Mother to both families, training them in home, school and
religious thought. When her youngest child was 15 she was taken sick and died
June 17, 1855; interment in the family plot at West Carlton.

Again without a help mate in a busy home, Alex met and married Jane McKercher,
born August 30, 1816 at York, NY December 3, 1856, three of his brothers lived
in that section. There was one child born to this union, Helen Adelia, March 5,
1858.

On March 12, 1874 Alexander was taken, a month that has recorded many deaths
in the Donnan family, having lived a courageous Christian life, the atmosphere in

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which love guided the fulfillment of all good things, blessed with good health he
had lived nearly the four score years. Interment in the West Charlton Cemetery.
This left Jane at the helm where she remained some time then moved to Chicago, Ill.
where she died November 12, 1901.

ALEXANDER DONNAN, third child of Mary born March 27, 1825 just after finishing
his education and entering young manhood was called November 11, 1845 to his
heavenly home. Interment in the family plot.

GEORGE DONNAN, fourth child born May 21, 1828 appeared to be healthy, but
when two months old was taken sick and died July 24, 1828. Burial was in the Cemetery
at West Carlton, NY

MARRIED: JANE FERGUSON DONNAN West Charlton, NY
TO: William S. Smeallie, Princetown, Schenectady Co., NY

Their four children were: Mary E., James A., Agnes and William George

Jane, first child of Mary was born October 26, 1819 at West Charlton, NY
bringing additional joy to the home, educated in mental, moral and spiritual
things, she was noble in thought word and deed. On June 26, 1849 she married
William S. Smeallie, born May 13, 1819 in Princetown, Schenectady County, he also
of a Scotch home loving family and they settled in Princetown on a farm. The four
children born to them, Mary, James, Agnes and William were educated in the school
there and in West Charlton where they moved later. William died March 30, 1875
and Jane April 9, 1882. Interment being at West Charlton.

WILLIAM GEORGE SMEALLIE, fourth son of Jane born July 14, 1858 at Princetown
NY, educated there and at Charlton Academy, entered a medical school and became
an M.D., when tubercular trouble developed and he went to North Carolina where
his health was improving; an earthquake occurred and during the excitement of getting
out of the house he took cold, giving him a setback and he returned home where
death came January 15, 1888. Interment at West Charlton. There were several who
died that same year of the dreaded disease during the second year of Rev. Albert
Wareham's pastorate there.

MARRIED: MARY ELIZABETH SMEALLIE, Princetown, Schenectady Co., NY..
TO: Robert Proudfit Bunyan, West Charlton, NY.

There were two children: Gertrude C. and John C.

NEXT TO: Henry Winne Mead, West Carlton, NY

There was one child to this union: Mary

Elizabeth, first child of Jane, born May 13, 1850 in Princetown, NY
educated there and in West Charlton where they moved later, entering into society
she met and married Robert Proudfit Bunyan of the same place, May 13, 1875 and

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settled on a farm where they were successful taking an interest in civic, political
and religious affairs. The children born to them were educated in the good school
there and became a stay at home.

During the Summer of 1882 Robert was taken sick and died in August of that
year; burial in West Charlton Cemetery. This left the burden on Mary which she
carried nobly, till the fall of 1889 when on September 5th she married Henry Winne
Mead of the same place to help. There was one child born to this union, Mary,
whom they also educated well, along with the good home training. Later her mother
moved to Arlington, N.J. where her daughter Gertrude lived, was taken sick and
died November 10, 1926; burial was in West Charlton Cemetery.

MARRIED: GERTRUDE CHALMERS BUNYAN, West Charlton, NY
TO: Frank W. Skinner, Charlton, NY

They have two children: Helen and Mary Elizabeth

Gertrude, first child of Mary was born March 27, 1876 at West Charlton, NY
resembling both parents, educated in the schools and was popular in all places
that she appeared. Here she met often with Frank W. Skinner of Charlton, NY
and they became engaged and were married September 4, 1901; he was born June 25,
1872 so was four years older.

They settled in Arlington, NJ and entered into its activities so soon felt
at home. Added pleasure came when HELEN SKINNER was born September 7, 1903; then
again when MARY ELIZABETH SKINNER was born January 16, 1912, whom they educated
well. I regret not having the vocation they fitted themselves for, but it can be
added to this history.

MARRIED: JOHN CRESAR BUNYAN, West Charlton, NY
TO: Jessie Humphrey, Saratoga Springs, NY

They have two children: Elizabeth Smeallie and George Humphrey

John, second child of Mary, born February 19, 1882 at West Charlton, NY
where he was educated and going out of the neighborhood met and married Jessie
Humphrey of Saratoga Springs, NY December 28, 1904 and they settled in Brooklyn,
NY, Here the children are having the advantage of city life while they were
educated, oldest Elizabeth Smeallie, then George Humphrey Bunyan, born May 30,
1911. Their address is 496 Stratford Road, Brooklyn, NY

MARRIED: ELIZABETH SMEALLIE BUNYAN, Brooklyn, NY
To: Sutherland Rugg Stuart, Brooklyn, NY

They have one son, John Bunyan

Elizabeth, first child of Jessie was born January 5, 1906 and educated in the
Brooklyn schools where I think she met her fate and married Sutherland Rugg Stuart
June 15, 1929. Their home has been gladdened by a son, John Bunyan Stuart, born
August 30, 1931 and will soon be ready for kindergarten. Their home address is
Brooklyn, NY (1934).

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MARRIED: MARY ELIZABETH MEAD, West Charlton, NY.
TO: William Lane Cavert, West Charlton, NY

They have three children,: Jane McCrea, Elizabeth and Henry Mead

Mary, first child of Mary by her second husband, born September 8, 1890, took
to school and social life where she met William Lane Cavert and they were married
September 8, 1914 and are now living in St. Paul, Minn.

They have three children, JANE McCREA CAVERT, born May 8, 1917, ELIZABETH
CAVERT, born May 2, 1919 and HENRY MEAD CAVERT, born March 30, 1921 who are being
educated in the good schools of St. Paul, Minn

MARRIED: JAMES ALEXANDER SMEALLIE, Princetown, Schenectady Co., NY
TO: Belle McKindley Bain, Canajoharie, NY

There were no children.

James, second child of Jane, born July 22, 1852
in Princetown, Schenectady County, NY educated in school there and at West
Charlton, where they moved later, then college and medical school graduating with
an M.D. degree, stuck his shingle out at Canajoharie, NY and waited for his victims
I don't know that he waited six months as some do, but he undoubtedly had
his quiet days.

In his social life he met and fell in love with Miss Belle McKindley Bain
of Canajoharie, NY and they were married September 1, 1880 and went to housekeeping.
Some years later he sold his practice there and moved to Duluth, Minn.
continuing his practice for some years when his lungs showed a weakness and they
went to Cass Lake, Minn. hoping to gain relief but it was of short duration as his
call came January 15, 1888. It was his desire to be cremated and Belle complied
with his request and brought the ashes to Galway Cemetery, Galway, NY and were
buried in the Kelley lot. Disposing of her things west, came back to Canajoharie
NY, where she remained for some years then went to live with Mrs. Bushnell, at
Cambridge, NY. It is a pleasant place surrounded by hills on one of which is
the beautiful McClellan Hospital, known throughout a large radius for the success
of its work.

MARRIED: AGNES BOYD SMEALLIE, Princetown, NY
TO: Mathew Bunyan, West Charlton, NY

They have three children: Hume, Robert Proudfit and James Boyd

Agnes, third child of Jane, born June 26, 1855 at Princetown, Schenectady
County, NY attended district schools, fond of books and enjoyed companionship.
When the Smeallie family moved to West Charlton she became popular in society,
especially to one Matthew Bunyan and on June 30, 1878 they were married. Matthew
was born October 20, 1836 at West Charlton, where he was educated and took an active
interest in community affairs. They settled on the farm, crops being general
and continuous and success followed their efforts. Later he sold the farm to his
oldest son, Hume and moved to Ballston Spa, NY

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The three children were educated in both places fitting themselves for different
vocations. They enjoyed their associates at Ballston where others had moved in
from their farms. On April 10, 1919 Mathew was called from this life. Interment
was in the family plot at West Charlton, NY. The youngest son was 24 and married
the next month.  Agnes later made her home with the children and at the time
of her death, October 13, 1929 was at Hume's, Santa Rosa, California. Burial was
at West Charlton, N.Y

MARRIED: HUME BUNYAN, West Charlton, NY
TO: Minnie Ennis, Princetown, Schnectady Co., NY

They have six children: Agnes Smeallie, Margaret Jean, Matthew Chalmers,
Isabelle Hume, Nathaniel Robert and Hume, Jr.

Hume, first child of Agnes born August 27, 1879 at West Charlton, NY where
he received his education; ruddy complexion, strong and healthy, learned the carpenter
trade. There was a family moved from Princetown, Schenectady County, NY
to West Charlton and Hume fell in love with one of the daughters and on October
17, 1900 was married to Minnie Ennis, daughter of Nathaniel Ennis. Minnie was born
October 12, 1875 in Princetown, well educated and taught school. They settled on
the Bunyan farm, remaining some years, sold and moved to California where he continued
his carpenter and contract work. The children all born at West Charlton,
well educated there and in California at Santa Rosa. Nathaniel Robert Bunyan born
April 20, 1915 and Hume Bunyan. Jr, born February 25, 1918 are still at home, a
noble Christian influence pervaded their lives. A few year ago they came east by
auto for a visit, just full of the western spirit - how it gets people.

MARRIED: AGNES SMALLIE BUNYAN, West Charlton, NY
TO: James George Donnan, Galway, NY

They have three children: Agnes Belle, James Robert and Hume Bunyan

Agnes, first child of Minnie, born March 15, 1902 at West Charlton, NY
educated in the school there, became active in society and church where she met
repeatedly, James George Donnan of Galway, NY who was born April 24, 1889 on
the old Donnan homestead and grew to be a tall square shouldered man. Before long
there was a mutual agreement between the two and on January 24, 1920 it was put
into effect, a pleasant home wedding. They settled on the old farm and it is being
worked by up-to-date methods, as in the past, so now things move, having diversified
crops, dividing the work throughout the year and always have something to
sell. Agnes and James are both in direct family line so there is a double record
shown. They have three children, genuine sports, AGNES BELLE DONNAN, born Oct.
2, 1920, JAMES ROBERT DONNAN, born June 7, 1924 and HUME BUNYAN DONNAN, born
January 23, 1928 who are attending school at Galway and have the additional
pleasure of lunching with their Grandmother Donnan, who lives in the village.
Their mail address is R.D. 2, Galway, NY.


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MARRIAGE: MARGARET JEAN BUNYAN, West Charlton, NY
TO: Ray Johnson Cavert, West Charlton, NY

They had no children.

Margaret, second child of Minnie, born October 20, 1903 at West
Charlton, NY where she received her education, then took a special course and
became a Registered Nurse. Among her patients was Ray Johnson Cavert, born April
14, 1901 in West Charlton, NY where he was educated. His sickness affected his
heart, and in fact she felt it was taking hold on her, so, he said the only way
out was to have the two beat as one and June 2, 1924 there was a beautiful wedding
at the Bunyan home. They are now at 726 Washington St., Santa Rosa, Cal. and we
hope his heart is still beating regularly.

MARRIAGE: MATTHEW CHALMERS BUNYAN, West Charlton, NY
TO: Ester B. Norton, Berkeley, Cal.

They have one child, Marilynn Jean

Matthew, third child of Minnie, born May 30, 1906 at West Charlton, NY
continued his studies through college, graduating as a Civil Engineer. He met and
fell in love with Ester B. Norton of Berkeley, Cal. and they were married July 11,
1931, settling in Cincinnati, Ohio. We hope he has a hand in the good Commission
form of government there. Their address is 2046 Auburn Avenue.

MARILYNN JEAN BUNYAN, born May 12, 1935 and they now live at Oakland, Cal.
where Mathew is an engineer on the new bridge.

MARRIAGE: ISABELLE HUME BUNYAN, West Charlton, NY
TO: Alfred Lee Andrews, Healdsburg, Cal.

They have no children.

Isabelle, fourth child of Minnie was born July 5, 1908 at West
Charlton, NY, continued in school, fitted herself for teaching, which she did
in the city schools in Cal. Whether this was at Healdsburg just north of Santa Rosa
where her home was, I cannot say, but she met one who became a private scholar,
was able to interest him till he graduated, November 9, 1929 when the minister
signed his diploma. Alfred Lee Andrews was born January 27, 1907 at Healdsburg,
Cal. where he received his education. This is where the east got tied up with the
west and settled at 823 Howard St., Santa Rosa, Cal.

MARRIAGE: ROBERT PROUDFIT BUNYAN, West Charlton, NY
TO: Harriet Elizabeth Sherman, Ballston Spa., NY

There were two children: Harriet Ruth and Robert Oscar

NEXT TO: Jeannette Crawford Gallagher, Albany, NY

One child to this union: Janet

Robert, second child of Agnes born May 21, 1883 at West Charlton, NY educated
in District school, Amsterdam and Ballston Spa. High School, then entered
Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, Troy, NY from which he graduated with his degree
and accepted a position with the Bell Telephone Company at Albany, NY on June 4,

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1904. He remained till 1917 and was then transferred to the Long Island Division
with offices in Brooklyn, NY. In 1920 he was sent to Cleveland, 0H where he is
General Plant Manager. June 25, 1906 he married Harriet Elizabeth Sherman at
Ballston Spa, NY and they went to keeping house in Albany, NY There were two
children, HARRIET RUTH BUNYAN, born May 30, 1907 educated in Abany Grade and High
then entered Skidmore at Saratoga, NY, graduating, she accepted a position with
the Bell Telephone Company where she still is (1934). ROBERT OSCAR BUNYAN, second
child of Harriet was born in 1909 but lived only a short time. Interient was at
Ballston Spa, NY. Some years later Harriet was not well; that is, the mother,
her call came in 1914 and her body was laid beside her child.

This was a hard blow to Robert and Harriet who was only 7 years old, a beloved
wife, mother and friend gone to be with her child. On September 30, 1916 Robert
married Jeannette Crawford Gallagher of Albany, NY and the next year they moved
to Brooklyn, NY. There was one child born to them, JANET BUNYAN, November 8, 1919
at Brooklyn, NY. She was educated in the Grade and High Schools of Clevland, Ohio
and now, (1934) is in first year at Hathaway-Brown School in Cleveland, where they
are living.

As usual the Bunyan family are Presbyterians and active in the work, Republician
most of the time and interested in community affairs all the time. Robert is
a member of Mid Day Club, Lions Club, Pine Ridge Golf Club and Pioneers of American
Telephone Club. Their present address is 3018 Montgomery Road, Shaker Heights,
Cleveland, Ohio.

MARRIAGE: JAMES BOYD BUNYAN, West Charlton, NY
TO: Hazel Alice Painter, Ballston Spa, NY

They have two children, Barbara Chalmers and Robert Painter

James, third child of Agnes born November 11, 1895 at West Charlton, NY at
5:30 AM in the upper southeast room of the old Smeallie Bunyan farmhouse on
Scotch St., West Charlton, NY. In 1900 his father sold the farm to his son Hume
and after voting at "Pop Town" Election day 1900 moved to Ballston Spa, NY, James
riding in a buggy behind "Old Dan" with his mother and cousin, Gertrude with the
pan cake jug under the seat. Entered school, graduating from High in 1915, entered
Union College, Schenectady, NY. On May 5, 1917 he enlisted in the army and was
stationed at different places in U.S.A. as instructor in Artillery field telephone
service; was in the Artillery Officers Training Camp, Louisville, Ky., when honorably
discharged December 3, 1918. Returning, accepted a position with the General
Electric Co., at Schenectady, NY as Catalog Engineer where he has continued since.
On May 29, 1919 he married Hazel Alice Painter of English decent, born December 12,
1895, well educated and trained in housekeeping. They lived with his mother for
three years at 60 Ballston Ave, then moved to 103 McMaster St. Ballston Spa, NY
commuting to the General Electric Company. They are educating their children in
spite of the "sass" that comes occasionally from the youngest member of the family
Bobby.

BARBARA CHALMERS BUNYAN, first child of Hazel, born February 2, 1921 is
growing up very fast, having entered Junior High School this year (1933).

ROBERT PAINTER BUNYAN, second child born October 7, 1919, just 5 days before
his Grandmother died, is a very healthy lad keeping tabs on the rest of the family.
They are members of the First Presbyterian Church and active in its work. Republicans,
but sometimes stray from the fold. James has been a member of the Board of
Education for 7 years, is Secretary of the Saratoga County Agricultural Society all
of which makes them widely known and respected.

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MARRIAGE: ELIZABETH JANNET DONNAN, West Charlton, NY
TO: Zadic Smith Crane, Charlton, NY

There were two sons: Alexander and William Pierson

Elizabeth, second child of Mary, born January 1, 1822 at West Charlton, NY
educated in the school there and Charlton Academy, an active member in the church
and fell in love with one of the boys just west of Charlton, Zadic Smith Crane, born
September 4, 1819, educated in the schools there and was married April 30, 1846 and
went to keeping house on the farm, surroundings that both had been brought up in.
They were active in all phases of community life, enriching others as they passed
by. The two sons ALEXANDER CRANE, born June 26, 1847, educated in the Charlton
schools, took to farming and remained home; he did not marry.

WIILLIAM PIERSON CRANE, born August 8, 1849 received the same education, took to
farming and remained home and did not marry.

Zadic died December 23, 1872, interment at Pine Grove Cemetery, just south of
the village. Alexander was 25; he and William helped their mother out on the farm.
October 8, 1889 Elizabeth was taken; burial in the family plot. This left the boys
to carry on, which they did for some years, then in 1909 Willian was called and June
30, 1911 Alexander, both were laid beside their parents, being the end of this twig
which is the largest one of the Galway Donnan family.

MARRIAGE: JOHN McKINDLEY DONNAN, West Charlton, NY
TO: Mary Eliza Dunning, Greenfield, Saratoga Co., NY

There were three children: Alice Elizabeth, Lillie Ann and William James

NEXT TO: Asenath Slade, Saratoga Springs, NY

They had one child: Hiram William

John, first child of Elizabeth, second wife, born February 16, 1830 at West
Charlton, NY educated in schools there and took to farming. On February 11, 1857
he married Mary Elizabeth Dunning of Greenfield, Saratoga County, NY. She was born
October 23, 1833, educated in the district school and brought up on the farm. They
lived at West Charlton for a time then moved to Locust Grove, Greenfield Township,
north of Saratoga, where they spent the rest of their lives. They educated their
three children in the home school and entered into the activities of the community
belonged to the Presbyterian Church, doing their share in its work. Mary died
at an early age October 31, 1868 and interment in North Milton Cemetery near where
they were living at the tine of her death. John lived to be 76, more than twice
her age, being called May 24, 1906 and his body laid to rest by his wife in the
North Milton Cemetery; place was formerly known as Boyce, NY,

On January 11, 1877 John married Asenath Slade of Saratoga; she was born July
13, 1844 at Saratoga Springs and educated there. After the wedding trip they
returned to the farm, continuing activities along all lines. There was one son,
Hiram William Donnan born to this union, whom they educated along with the other

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three; the home influence was equally beneficial as the parents were doers of the
Word. On December 23, 1912 Asenath was called to her reward and her body laid in
the family plot.

MARRIAGE; ALICE ELIZABETH DONNAN, West Charlton, NY
TO: Robert C. Hall, Saratoga Springs, NY

They had no children.

Alice, first child of Mary, born May 30, 1869 at West Charlton
NY, educated in the schools there and at Charlton Academy, remained home till
married. She was of medium height, easy in manner, good company and there was one
in particular who appreciated it, Robert Hall whom she met during social functions.
They became engaged and after some time were married and went to Milford, DE to
live, as I understand, on a fruit farm where they remained during their life. Entering
into community and church affairs, soon felt at home in the warmer climate,
brightening the lives of others through their deeds. In 1907 Alice was called from
her earthly duties in her 48th year, middle age you might say for the Donnan family.
Sometime later Robert remarried but has also passed on quite a number of years ago
and was buried by his first wife at Milford. Having no children that terminates
this twig.

MARRIAGE; LILLIE ANN DONNAN, West Charlton, NY
TO: Charles Jacob Holzmueller, Milford, DE

Their six children were: Charles Donnan, Margaret Gilchrist, Mary Elizabeth,
John Henry, Alice Ethel and James Gilchrist

Lillie, second child of Mary, born March 6, 1864 at West Charlton, NY obtained
a good education in the schools where they lived and applied it in their home
life. On January 9, 1890 she married Charles Jacob Holzmueller, born January 28,
1863. The wedding was at the brides home Greenfield, NY. They settled in Milford,
Del, where his work was, entered into the affairs of city, state and nation, educated
their children well plus a good home training as the following record will show.

JOHN HENRY HOLZMUELLER, fourth child of Lillie born January 11, 1900 at Milford
DE but not long for this earthly life, being called February 8, 1900. Interment
at Milford, DE.

JAMES GILCHRIST HOLZMUELLER, sixth child of Lillie, born May 21, 1906 educated
in schools there and is still at home (1934), a happy family of five living children
and several grandchildren.

MARRIAGE: CHARLES DONNAN HOLZMUELLER, Milford, DE
TO: Ruth Anna Sipple, Milford, DE

They have three children: Ruth Anna, Charles Donnan and Margaret Sipple

Charles, first child of Lillie born October 2, 1890 at Milford, DE where he
was educated and chose for his vocation. I note that on one sheet it states
that he was born on the 2nd and on another the 21st but I can assure you there is
only one child involved.

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Like most of the Donnan family he fell in love with an associate of some time,
Ruth Anna Sipple, of the same community, born November 4, 1887 and was married
June 16, 1914 at the bride's home. Ruth being three years older than Charles would
naturally have his respect in addition to his love. They have a pleasant family
of three children, RUTH ANNA HOLZMUELLER, born February 15, 1917, CHARLES DONNAN
HOLZMUELLER, born December 21, 1921 and MARGARET SIPPLE HOLZMUELLER, born
September 21, 1922 all of whom are being educated in the schools where they are
living. Their present address is Milford, DE.

MARRIAGE: MARGARET GILCHRIST HOLZMUELLER, Milford, DE
TO: Paul Vincent McKay, Danville, IL

They have one son: Vincent Wood

Margaret, second child of Lillie, born December 22, 1892 at Milford, DE
just as prayer meeting bells were ringing; no wonder she is good. Graduating
from Milford High School in 1911 entered Randolph-Macon Womans College, Lynchburg,
Va., graduating in 1915 A.B. degree, then taught in Milford High School till 1918
then Latin in WiIliamsport, Pa High until 1924 and is now being taught by Paul
Vincent McKay, whom she married August 30, 1924. He is a graduate of Penn State;
during the World War was in active service as First Leutenant, then Captain in
305th Infantry, Co. H. Born September 27, 1896. They settled in Williamsport, Pa.
Paul accepting a position with U.S.Rubber Company there. In 1931 he went into partnership
with another man as owner and operator of Motion Picture Theatres there and
in Franklin, Pa.

When their son Vincent was 4.5 years old and visiting at Milford, went to Sunday
School with his grandfather and heard the minister teach a lesson on the Prophet
Amos. His mother asked him what the lesson was about, he replied "Well the
man talked a whole lot about Amos but he never did say anything about ANDY."

Visual education had its hold on the child, why not more of it in our Sunday
School work?

VINCENT WOOD McKAY, born August 3, 1925 at Williamsport, Pa. is a sturdy lad,
good student, ready for fun. Their present address is Montgomery, WV.

MARRIAGE: MARY ELIZABETH HOLZMUELLER, Milford, DE
TO: Joseph Holland Sipple, Columbia, SC

They have two children: Joseph Holland and Betsey Waring

Mary, third child of Lillie, born February 8, 1895 at Milford, DE during a
blizzard, and she still loves them. (Named for Mary Donnan and Elizabeth McKindley)
Short, fat, freckled, her dolls always looked like they'd been in a flood. Graduating
from Milford High School in 1913, entered Pratt Institute, Brooklvn, NY majoring
in Kindergarten, graduated in 1915. Having spent several summers in Cambridge,
N.Y., Saratoga and Charlton she thinks of New York State as second home.

Through the Lafayette Avenue Presbyterian Church in Brooklyn, NY. she went
to Witherspoon College, Buckhorn, Ky., which was a wonderful experience of two years.
She expected to be in the Kindergarten, but due to 400 boys and girls with a limited

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number of teachers was forced to nurse, cook, girl's counselor, preacher and even
singing a solo in the little church one night and the lights went out. They conducted
Sunday Schools for 20 miles around riding through the hills on mules to be
greeted by a happy group, eager to have Bible Study.

From there she went to Columbia, SC as Kindergarten teacher for the employees
of the Pacific Mills, who maintained the work there. After two years she was
made assistant personnel director, both in the mills and homes of the people.

On December 28, 1920 she married Joseph Holland Sipple, (her sister-in-law's
brother), born June 6, 1892 and was connected with the Thompson Dental Supply Co.
at Columbia where they went to keeping house, but she continued her teaching for
two years. Their two children, JOSEPH HOLLAND SIPPLE, born April 19, 1925 and
BETSEY WARING SIPPLE, December 20, 1927, "different from other children" but are
being well looked after. Mary says she will never criticize parents again as to
bringing up children. Columbia, SC is on the main highway to Florida and they
extend an invitation for the cousins to come and see them on their way down; they
may decide to stay, for Columbia has many attractions.

MARRIAGE; ALICE ETHEL HOLZMUELLER, Miford, DE
TO: Theodore Davenport Miller, Milford, DE

They have one child: Theodore Loomis

Alice, fifth child of Lillie, born February 17, 1902 at Milford, DE where
she was educated and entered into social life. Much could be said in her behalf
but like many others is reticent or, has not had a chance to tell of her acquirements.
"Still water runs deep". She met one who clung to her, could not shake him
off, in fact did not care to, so they decided to get married on May 16 1925 at the
home of the bride and she said, I take thee, Theodore, to be, and the response
came back, I take thee, Alice to be. They settled in Mlford and have been
blessed with a child, THEODORE LOOMIS MILLER, born July 2, 1928 and now in school.

MARRIAGE: JAMES GILCHRIST HOLZMUELLER, Milford, Del,
TO: -(not yet)

James, sixth child of Lillie, born May 21, 1906 Milford, DE educated in the
good schools there fitting himself for duties of life. At the present writing,
(1934) he is single, but we may hear from him later in this connecion and as to
his vocation.

MARRIAGE: WILLIAM JAMES DONNAN, Saratoga Sprlngs, NY
TO: Sarah Wilber, Troy, NY

They have two children: John Wilber and Robert Wilcox

William third child of Mary Born June 13, 1865, at Saratoga Springs, NY
educated in the schools there and took to farming, being sturdy in body, mind and
spirit. On December 6, 1890 he married Sarah Wilber of Troy, NY, born February
27, 1865 and given a good education by her parents so that her life and those
with whom she associates may be enriched. They settled just out of Cambridge,NY
on a good farm nestled among the hills, valleys and dales of that section, entered

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into all activities of the community, Cambridge being the center; for some years
delivered his milk to customers there. The two children were regular boys keeping
the home interesting and sometimes exciting, educated in the good schools
there were fitted for their duties as citizens of the Commonwealth. Although they
are both married, interest in the old home of their childhood does not wane,

MARRIAGE: JOHN WILBER DONNAN, Cambridge, NY
TO: Jean Hungerford, Albany, NY

They have ono child: Sally Lou

John, first child of Sarah, born September 15, 1891 at Cambridge, NY strong,
medium height, full of determination, fitted himself for clerical work and is now
Assistant Deputy Commissioner, New York State Tax Commission with offices in the
Administration Building, Albany, NY. We appreciate his part in this work.

John had a friend in Albany that he was bound to meet, strange as it may seem,
and on June 30, 1927 he married Jean Hungerford of Albany, NY. She was born Jan.
3, 1898 at Wilkes Barre, Pa, later her parents moved to Albany. They went to
keeping house at 7 Edison Ave., Albany, a very pleasant home and now have a
daughter to make it more pleasant, SALLY LOU DONNAN, born November 23, 1932 at
Albany, NY and will soon be saying Da Da Da. They enjoy trips to Cambridge, a
pleasant ride on any of the four roads available.

ROBERT WILCOX DONNAN, Cambridge, NY
TO: Bertha Elizabeth Potter, Easton, NY

They have two children: Robert W. and John William

Robert, second child of Sarah, born November 5, 1894 at Cambridge, NY
where he was educated and decided to stick to farming, a healthy chap, ready for
his share of the load. He met one of the young ladies at Easton, NY who was
interested in farming but most of all in Robert, so they agreed to agree and on June
30, 1917 Robert Wilcox Donnan and Bertha Elizabeth Potter, born September 9, 1892
were married and settled on the farm near Cambridge. They have two children:

ROBERT WILCOX DONNAN, born October 11, 1922, but did not survive, "Joy and sorrow
mingled", Interment was in the family plot at Cambridge, NY.

JOHN WILLIAM DONNAN, born April 23, 1924, a strong healthy child doing nicely in
school and I understand is a lover of flowers. Their address is Cambridge, NY.

MARRIAGE: HIRAM WILLIAM DONNAN, Locust Grove, NY
TO: Susan M. Snyder, Saratoga. Springs, NY

They have no children.

Hiram, only child of Asenath, a second wife, born
April 12, 1885, at Locust Grove, Greenfield Township, Saratoga County, NY.
educated in home school, then Saratoga and Albany Business College, Albany, NY.
Of good physique, had a bright mind, entered into the wood business at Saratoga,
buying standing timber, found that much of it would make good lumber; so had a
portable saw mill and started a lumber yard along with his wood yard. while
here among his many friends he himself being friendly, he met Miss Snyder, they
became firm friends and were married, living in Saratoga. She was of the Catholic
faith and this proved somewhat of an obstacle in his Church life, but I am told

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by a business associate, that he was the finest kind of citizen, respected, loved
and honored in his community. At the time of the World War, when the flu was so
bad, Hiram came down with it, and the doctor could not destroy the bug and on
December 4, 1918 this strong man in his 33rd year was taken. Interment was in
the Saratoga Cemetery, on the Ballston Road.

Susan was educated in home school, Saratoga High and Albany Business College.
She accepted a position as secretary to Judge L. A. Moreaux of Saratoga County
for eight years, then Judge Peters for six years. Their home was a pleasant one
at 199 Washington Street, Saratoga and she and her mother are still living there
(1934).

MARRIAGE: MARY ALEXANDER DONNAN, West Charlton, NY
TO: John Ferguson Bell, West Charlton, NY

There were no children.

Mary, second child of Elizabeth, born October 30, 1832 at West Charlton, NY
educated there and at Charlton Academy, a noble Christian woman in the community
where she met and married John Ferguson Bell, December 31, 1857 and settled on the
Bell homestead, second house one mile north of West Charlton, remaining during
their life time; now known as " Frank Wood's place"

This still remained a Scotch community, with thrifty frugal families making
up a most worthy citizenship, the church being the center. Both filling positions
of trust, were never found wanting. He was called first, January 6, 1896. Burial
at West Charlton, NY. Not long after this Mary went to visit her brothers at
Independence, IA, William G. and James B.; this was a pleasure for all young and
old. Returning she remained on the farm till her death, December 27, 1906 and her
body was laid beside her husband.

MARRIAGE: WILLIAM G. DONNAN, West Charlton, NY
TO: Mary C. Williamson, Hopkinton, IA.

They have two children: William W. and Don D.

William, third child of Elizabeth, born June 30, 1834 at West Charlton, NY
educated there and Charlton Academy, then entered Union College, Schenectady, NY.
continuing through law School at Albany, NY went to Independence, Buchanan Co.
IA where he opened up his office for practice. Many properties were being sold,
eastern people were loaning money on mortgage making the abstract work very
important and he soon gained the confidence of his clients in city, county and state.
In the spring of 1862 his brother James B. went out and joined him in business.
In August of that year William enlisted and went to war serving with distinction.
He had much to do with building up the First Presbyterian Church, an active member
and Elder for years.

In 1867 he was elected to the State Senate, serving the people well. They
elected him to the United States Senate in 1870 and again in 1872, but he declined
the nomination in 1874 and returned to his law practice. He and James bought a
city block and each erected homes thereon. On October 1, 1857 he married Mary
C. Wiliamson of Hopkinton, Ia, who was well educated and took up home and
community life with zest. Independence, being the county seat, a railroad center
and in a good farming section grew steadily and their business likewise.

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They educated their two sons as desired, fitting them for positions of trust in
their particular fields. William was elected to many places of trust in schools,
churches, bank and fraternities, leaving all better through his wise council. The
family, city, county, state and union lost a most worthy citizen when on December
4, 1908 death came transferring his soul to the place prepared for those who loved
their Saviour.

MARRIAGE: WILLIAM W.DONNAN, Independence, IA
TO: May Nugent, Nugents Grove, Lynn. Co. lA.

They have two children: Reynolds and Rena

William, first child of Mary, born August 20, 1859 at Independence, IA
educated in schools there, at Washington, D.C. then entered Lenox College at
Hopkinton, IA, till 1876, then returned to his fathers office. Of good stature, mild
disposition, lover of home that had been set up in his home town where he spent
his life.

About 1878 he accepted a position in the First National Bank and in 1888 was
made Cashier of same. On October 10, 1882 he married May Nugent of Nugents Grove,
Lynn County, IA. (now Coggon) , and they settled in Independence to carry on the
noble action set forth in the lives of their parents. They have two children whom
they educated well, surrounded by the Christian atmosphere of a pleasant home, was
up to them to make good. May was born May 7, 1858 at Nugents Grove, IA. In 1902
due to his health, was forced to resign his position in the bank and on November
21, 1906 his call came, still a young man in the Donnan family, for many lived the
fourscore years. He was a member of Independence Lodge #87, A.F. and A.M. Aholiab
Chapter #2l R.A.M. and Kenneth Commandery #32, K.P.. Burial in their plot at
independence, Ia.

REYNOLDS DONNAN, first child of May, born August 15, 1885 at Independence was
well educated toward commercial life and went to Kansas City, Mo. and at the early
age of 23 his call came July 2, 1908. interment was in the family plot at
Independence, IA.

MARRIAGE: RENA DONNAN, Independence, IA
TO: Fred Kent Limbert, Independence, IA

They have no children.

Rena, second child of May, born July 12, 1888 at Independence, IA, was
soon in school with her brother, returning home to lunch bubbling over with news
from the school. At that time the place was not so large and everybody knew of each
other, really a delightful condition. Rena became popular during these days and
years when there were two eyes often fixed on her, and a reflexion came back penetrating
the thoughts back of those two eyes, that led to the marriage of Rena Donnan
to Fred Kent Limbert, June 2, 1917, born May 25, 1887. They went to keeping
house in the home town where they had both lived, entering into its activities
anew, due to the broadening influence of two united hearts that beat as one, even
if they still have to pay two fares.

Their present address (1934) is 301 Second Ave. S. W. Independence, IA.

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MARRIAGE: DON D. DONNAN, Independence, IA
TO: Joan Hayes, Chicago, IL

They have no children

Don, second child of Mary, born August 7, 1862 at Independence, IA, a good
natured youngster, healthy, thus enjoying school activities which continued through
High and University of IA. His inclination was toward journalism, perhaps sports
was the most interesting subject to write on, due to the enjoyment received from
them, but this did not exclude him from articles on other activities. On October
22, 1902 he married Joan Hayes of Chicago, IL who was born at Tontagany, Wood
County, Ohio, May 11, 1870.

He first published a paper at Elkader, IA, then was a member of the staff
of the Constitution, Atlanta, Ga. then sports editor of the Chicago Inter-Ocean,
then manager of an agricultural paper at Minneapolis, MN. Returning to Chicago
he entered a theological school and was ordained into the Episcopal ministry,
served a suburban church as rector, and wrote for the Episcopal magazine. After
the death of his father in 1908 he returned to Independence, IA and was active
in politics, sports and community affairs.

I have just heard (1935) that he was taken to the University hospital, IA
City, where he passed away July 13th and was buried in the Oak Grove Cemetery,
Independence, IA. His widow survives.

MARRIAGE: ANN McKINDLEY DONNAN, West Charlton, NY.
TO: James Gilchrist, West Charlton, NY

They had one child: Charles A.

THEN: James Gilchrist to Margaret Isabelle Donnan (Ann's sister)

No children to this union.

Ann, fourth child of Elizabeth born August 11, 1836 at West Charlton, NY
educated there and Charlton Academy, remained home till her marriage to James
B. Gilchrist, born September 21, 1838, son of another Scotch Presbyterian family.
They had known each other from youth, and decided to test the saying "You never
know a person until you live with them", so, were married March 11, 1864 at the
bride's home. They settled on a farm in that community, continuing their activities
in social, civic and religious work; educated their one son as desired. Ann was
not well and they decided to sell out and move to Milford, DE where they purchased
a fruit farm. The change was somewhat beneficial but did not overcome her difficulty
and on August 11, 1874 her call came. Interment was at West Charlton, NY.

James sorrow was only appeased when his sister-in-law, Margaret Isabelle Donnan,
born October 19, 1838 betrothed to him and they were married, November 9, 1875
and went to live on the fruit farm. Margaret took the place of her sister in the
care and training of Charles. James died November 18, 1914 and Margaret October
8, 1917 at their son's Hoboken, NJ., terminating the life of three most worthy
citizens. Interment was at West Charlton.

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MARRIAGE: CHARLES A. GILCHRIST, West Charlton, NY
TO: Margaret Louise Bannister, Toronto, Canada

They have two children: Charles Douglas and Dorothy Margaret

Charles, only child of Ann, born August 11, 1867 at West Charlton, NY educated
in the school there and at Milford, DE where his father had moved, then entered
Lafayette College, Easton, Pa., graduating, went to Columbia University, New York
in Medical and Surgical Departments. He put out his shingle as a practitioner
in 1892 at Hoboken, NJ. August 22, 1894 he married Margaret Louise Bannister,
of Toronto, Canada. She was born February 25, 1870 at Brampton, Canada and now went
to the Terminal city of Hoboken, where during the 26 years they lived there, Dr.
built up a large clientele. She fully realized that a doctor's time is not his own
"subject to call", expresses it. He retired in 1918 and moved to Toronto, the home
of Margaret and now subject to her call only. From the middle of June till the end
of September they are at their summer home, 2 St. Andrew Ave., Centre Island,
opposite Toronto in Lake Ontario. They educated their two children well when in New
Jersey and they are both married, one going to the south, Florida, and the other to
the north, Toronto, Canada. Doctor's home address is 48 Warren Road, Toronto, Can.

MARRIAGE: CHARLES DOUGLAS GILCHRIST, Hoboken, NJ.
TO: Joan Winnifred Aikenhead, Toronto, Canada

They have one child: Elzabeth Dimsdale

Charles, first child of Margaret born December 19, 1896 at Hoboken, NJ
received his education in their good schools fitting himself for a place in this busy
world of ours, like our personal things, "A place for everything and everything in
its place", so, I am convinced that it applies to us as individuals, "Square people
in square holes".

On September 22, 1924 he married Jean Winnifred Aikenhead of Toronto, Canada
born May 9, 1897 and educated in her home schools in the north, was willing to go
south with her best friend and settle at Sarasota, Fla. on Estates Brandinton.
Whitfield, where his work was. They have one child, ELIZABETH DIMSDALE GILCHRIST
born December 19, 1928 an active child just entering school.

This is a beautiful section situated in the center of the coast line of Manatee
Co. on the Gulf of Mexico through which those warm gentle currents flow toward the
north, protected by islands so you can always find delightful spots to bathe in.
Their present address is Sarasota, Manatee Co., Florida.

MARRIAGE: DOROTHY MARGARET GILCHRIST, Hoboken, NJ.
TO: Ernest B. Norris, Toronto, Canada

They have three children: Donald Charles, Beverly Gilchrist and Barbara Ruth

Dorothy, second child of Margaret born January 4, 1899 at Hoboken, NJ. took
to school life and her standing was good, became popular among the student body

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holding her friends in end out of school. Among these was one in particular,
Ernest N. Norris, born November 1, 1895 who reciprocated, they became engaged and
on October 18, 1922 were pronounced, "Man and Wife".

I don't know whether it took Ernest six months to get his bride into Canada
or not. We had a friend who married a girl in Canada and it took him six months to
get her into the U.S.A. Anyway, they settled in Toronto where his work was and
are still living there. They have three children requiring that the home fires are
kept burning and we hope the price of coal is no more than it is here.

Their first child, Donald Charles Norris, was born March 30, 1924,
then Beverly Gilchrist Norris was born May 5 1928 and finally,
Barbara Ruth Norris was born July 14, 1931.
All healthy active children now in school learniing how to be good citizens of
their homeland, Canada. Their present address is St. Catharines, Ontario, Canada.

MARRIAGE: JAMES BELL DONNAN, West Charlton, NY
TO: Martha Jane Ross, Lower Waterford, Vt.

They have five children: Lillian Eliza, Alexander McKindley, Abbie Ross,
Mary Bell and Ruth Mason

James Bell Donnan, sixth child of Elizabeth, born December 13, 1840 at West
Charlton, NY attended school there, Charlton Academy and Union College, Schenectady,
remaining home in the summer, taught school two winters in a neighboring
state. In May 1862 he went to Independence, IA, where his older brother William
G. was practicing law and decidod to read law with him. In August of that year
William enlisted in the 27th IA Infantry remaining till the close of the war.
During that time James was in charge of the business at home and in the fall of
1867 he went to Des Moines Law School, Des Moines, IA, graduating in 1878 was
admitted to the Bar and entered into partnership with his brother which continued
during their life. In 1878 his hearing failed somewhat and he turned his attention
largely to the abstract business till 1911.

At different times he held local office, but did not aspire for political perferment.
On June 24, 1868 he married Martha J. Ross at her home in Lower Waterford,
Vermont. Born March 29, 1844 and had been teaching in the public schools of
Independence, IA where she had a sister and brother, so she knew of the place where
her future home was to be. They purchased the home of Rev. James M. Boggs on
the West Side, Independence, IA where the family still lives.

There were five children born to them, all well educated and ready to take
their place in the affairs of the comunity. James was an elder in the First
Presbyterian Church 44 years and on account of his health was made Elder Emeritus
in 1914. On August 17, 1906 Mrs. Donnan's call came, a kind loving wife, mother
and friend to all; interment at Independence, IA. James had a general breakdown
and death came to him September 7, 1916; burial beside his wife in the family plot.

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 Rev. Theodore Morning officiated taking as his text, "Know ye not that there is a
prince and a great man fallen this day of Israel", The court house officials
attended in a body, the church Sesson constituted the pall bearers and later adopted
most worthy resolutions to him as a devout Christian, teacher in the Sunday School,
Superintendent, member of the Choir, Session and Trustees. A devout husband, father
and friend, of strictest integrity, his body laid away but his Soul continues in
that larger field prepared for him.

ABBIE ROSS DONNAN, third child of Martha, born February 9, 1874, educated well
but did not mrry, was a council in the home, a comfort to her mother in her last
sickness and a stay to the family after her death, still remains a co-worker in the
home, church and city, residing in the old homestead.

RUTH MASON DONNAN, fifth child of Martha, born March 19, 1887 at Independence
had the four older children to help keep her straight, fond of school passing the
grades regularly and became a friend to all; a beautiful girl just reaching womanhood
receiving her higher education in the summer of 1908 took the typhoid fever
effects of which lingered with her till her death February 22, 1909 and she was
laid beside her mother in the family plot. This was a second blow to the family
who were submissive and still carried on their work for others, just as she would
have them do. She was engaged to a classmate and they were looking forward to
establishing a home of their own, but she was taken to one already prepared; gone
but not forgotten.

MARRIAGE: LILLIAN ELIZA DONNAN, Independence, lA
TO; Charles Albert Rosemond, Clinton, IL.

They have three children: Gertrude Bertha, Philip Donnan and James William

Lillian, first child of Martha, born February 14, 1870 at Independence, IA
full of Scotoh determination, moved along rapidly in school and was soon into
society where she met Charles Albert Rosemond, born September 11, 1869 at Clinton,
IL. Soon these meetings were so often that Charles thought that it would save
shoe leather if they got married and Lillian said, "O.K. with me", and they were
married June 27, 1894 by Rev. F. M. Rich, Pastor of the First Presbyterian Church
of which they were members; they settled in Independence, then in Cedar Rapids, IA.
and then to Bloomington, IL. While there Charles was taken sick and died August
18, 1917; burial was at Independence, IA Oak Grove Cemetery. This left Lillian
with the three children that had been born to them at Independence, IA and they
returned there to live in the old homestead with her younger sister, Abbie.

GERTAUDE BERTHA ROSEMOND, first child of Lillian, born February 11th, 1898
educated in schools where they were living, a bright student, wonderful musician
and is now teaching in a private girls school at Minneapolis, MN. Success to
her in this noble work at one of the Twin Cities.

JAMES WILLIAM ROSEMOND, third child of Lillian born August 5, 1909 also educated
where they lived, then went to St. Louis, MO. for a course in undertaking and
embalming, graduating In 1934 and is ready to enter at his profession; we must
recognize the advance in this field, making it much easier for the living to lay
away the body of their dear ones.

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MARRIAGE: PHILIP DONNAN ROSEMUND, Independence, IA
TO: Jean Huber, Waterloo, IA

They have no children

Philip, second child of Lillian, born August 3, 1901 at Independence, IA
educated different places where they lived and has a mechanical
turn of mind. He met and married Jean Huber of Waterloo, IA, born in August
1904, received a good education in her home town and was ready to take the hand of
Philip for life, being a mutual agreement they were married June 19, 1929. They
are living at Hudson, Black Hawk Co., IA and he is a mechanic in a garage owned
by his uncle, who is Postrmster there. This is in the southwest part of the county,
a good farming section with cross roads leading in all directions, making it a good
location.

MARRIAGE: ALEXANDER McKINDLEY DONNAN, Independence, IA
TO: Helen Maud Rosamond, Independence, IA

They have one child: Ross

Alexander, second child of Martha, born October 6, 1871 at Independence, IA.
well educated and took to business life and was Treasurer for Buchanan County
several years. On September 9 1903 he married Helen Maud Rosemomd, of Independence
She was born September 16, 1879 at Taylorville, IL. The nuptial knot was tied by
Rev. D. W. Fahr, Pastor of the First Presbyterian Church, Independence where they
went to keeping house. There was one child born to them, ROSS DONNAN, born
September 26, 1910, but not long for this life, being called October 6, 1910. Interment
in the family plot

Some years later they moved to Hudson, Black Hawk County, IA and went into
the Auto business, including service; he is also Postmaster there.

MARRIAGE: MARY BELL DONNAN, Independence, IA
TO: Charles Warner Fiester, Independence, IA

They have two children: Charles Donnan and Robert Warner

Mary Bell, fourth child of Martha, born February 16, 1878 at Independence, IA.
entered school at an early age, graduating from High in 1896 and from IA State
College at Cedar Falls, IA in 1900, then taught in the public schools at Independence
till her marriage, November 10, 1908 to Charles Warner Fiester, born June
23, 1875 at Independence, IA. The ceremony was performed by Rev. Theodore Morning,
Pastor of the First Presbyterian Church of which they were members, and after the
death of Mary's father, Charles was elected to the Eldership in his place. He
purchased the homestead at 215 4th St. SW where they are now living. Mr. Fiester's
people went west from Pennsylvania (the only state obtained peaceably from the
Indians), taking that same spirit with them to Iowa where it pervades not only their
home, but public life. Charles entered into commerical life having a half interest
in the West End Grocery Company, Independence, is the manager ard they now have one
of the most successful stores in that line of business. They have several farms
on which they grow much that is bought for the store. Both are deeply interested
in educational, civic, political and religious life of the community and are well
acquainted with its need.

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They have two sons, CHARLES DONNAN FIESTER, born April 26, 1911 at Independence
educated in the schools there graduating from High in 1929 and from Iowa State
College, Cedar Falls, IA. in 1932. He accepted a position in the Hgh School department
of Randalia, IA. as instructor in Mathamatics, Manual Training and Band Leader.
Randalia is a railroad center in Farette Co. a good farming section where Charles'
influence among the student body is being felt.

ROBERT WARNER FIESTER, second child of Mary born October 11, 1914 at independence
a genuine boy, graduating from High in 1932, is an Eagle Scout with two palms, 33
merit badges and passed Red Cross Life Saving Tests. "Bob, you should be a 33rd
Degree Mason." He is now at Carleton College, Northfield, Rise Co. MN.

Both boys are good musicians, Charles on the trombone and Robert cornet; they
belonged to school, municipal and college bands. Charles was a member of the best
men's Glee Club and Lambda Gamm Nu Fraternity

Mary is president of Independence Garden Club, "This being her hobby", member
of the Iadies Literary, the Penelope Van Princes Chapter, D.A.R. the Society of
Mayflower Decendents, President of the Mercy Bible Class and Secretary and Treasurer
of their Ladies Aid Society. What a delightful home with such surroundings, influences
that are permeating the lives of all those with whom any of them come in touch.

MARRIAGE: HELEN ADELIA DONNAN, West Charlton, NY,
TO: Rev. Harry Gough Birchby, Euxton, Lancashire, England

They have no children.

Helen, only child of Jane, third wife of Alexander, Jr.
born March 5, 1858 on the farm Scotch Street, West Charlton, NY. She was the
child of Alexander, decendents of whom are numerous and spread all over the U.S.A.
staunch Presbyterians, noble citizens and we give credit here to all the paternal
and maternal people woven into the family circle.

Helen was educated in the home school and Charlton Academy, then remained home
of quiet disposition and not strong. After the death of her father she and her
mother were alone, the other children being grown up and away, but they remained on
the farm for a time then sold out, and visited in the western part of New York where
her people and three of Alexanders brothers were, then went on to Chicago, IL.
where her mother died November 18, 1901. Interment was at West Charlton Cemetery,
NY. Some of the cousins in western New York had gone to Kansas and she being alone
took a trip out there where she met and married Rev. Harry Gough Birchby, December
1, 1910. He was born June 25, 1853 at Euxton, Lancashire, England. I haven't the
places where his charges were in the west, but he is retired now and they are living
in Pasadena, California (1934). Neither of them are very well, even in that
delightful climate of California that we hear so much about.

Helen is the only living child of Alexander, Jr. and she writes that they
enjoy the calls of Rev. Louis Tinning at their home, 315 Penn Street, Pasadena,
Cal., he coming from New York

MARRIAGE: ANDREW DONNAN, Galway, NY
TO: Susan Aikin, Wilmington, Delaware

There were eight children: Jane, Mary, Alexander, Samuel, Andrew, David,
Susan and John

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Andrew, fifth child of Jeannette, born May 6, 1797 at Galway, NY was a
healthy boy and soon took his place in the home and at school, with the older children
he was ready for his part in all the sports of that period, his education consisted
of the well known three R's, together with the good home training till he
was grown up and of age. His eldest brother William had gone to Wilmington, DE with
the Du Pont powder people and Andrew decided to go down and see what he could find,
as William had made good, Andrew had no trouble in obtaining work and was entrusted
with the money needed from the bank to pay off the men.

In his social activities he met from time to time a young girl that came from
Ireland and was of Irish decent; they became firm friends and were married May 27,
1824 and lived there for a time, returning to New York State, went to Livingston
County where two of his brothers had settled and bought a farm near Cuylerville,
made a clearing and built a log cabin, thus a permanent home was established in
this beautiful section of the state. Good schools were established where the children
received their education for life's duties. The Covenanter Reformed Presbyterian
Church had been established in the community and they became members of it,
doing their bit toward its work. Those were the days when the whole family went
together for worship and fellowship one with another. Andrew belonged to the Whig
party, upholding its principles, which he believed were best for the interests of
all concerned. They did not lack for work on this then wooded farm, which they
cleared as fast as they could and sowed it with wheat one of the important crops
of that section. Susan Aikin was born March 28, 1799 in Ireland, later her
family came to Wilmington, DE where she met her fate in the person of Andrew.
Theirs was a busy home from morn till night, each having his or her work to do, and
it was done without any question as to why.

In the fall of 1877 Susan was not well and her call came on October 10th to
join those who had gone on before. She had been faithful as a wife, mother, neighbor
and friend during all these years, Later they bought a farm nearer York but
had always lived in this same section attending the same church.

On April 28, 1887 Andrew's call came; had he lived eight days more would have
been 90 years old. They were both buried in the Pleasant Valley Cemetery, York, NY.

MARRIAGE: JANE DONNAN, Glenville, Schenectady Co., NY
TO: John Chalmers, Schenectady, NY

There were six children: Mary Jane, Agnes Susan, Annna Elizabeth,
Francis Marion, Margarette Maria and John Alexander

Jane, first child of Susan, is thought to have been born at Wilmington, DE
and being of Scotch and Irish descent possessed some of the characteristics of both.
Educated in the schools where they were living at the time, became a good student
and fitted herself for duties which awaited her. Born March 3, 1825 blessed with a
strong body, soon took her part as a child. In the Glenville community where they

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were mostly Sootch people she became attached to one John Chalmers and they were
married December 4, 1856 and settled on a farm. John was educated in the home school, a
good mathematician and took up surveying as a side line. In 1865 they bought a
farm about a mile east of Perth Center laying to the south, a sandy loam suitable
for varied crops. They were good farmers and each child had his or her work to do
as they grew up. They were members of the United Presbyerian Church at Perth Conter,
formerly known as the Broadalbin Associated Reformed Presbyterian. Rev. Clark
was pastor and the family became active in all phases of the church and community
work. Jane doing her part in the home, training the children and kept her interest
in outside affairs. John was elected to Eldership in the church, was its Treasurer
for many years, served as Town Clerk for a long period, was a Whig (later Republican)
true and strong. They became influential in that section, and never lost sight of
an obligation resting upon them to educate the children. An older sister of John's
who became an invalid lived with them for some years; in fact, it was an open house
to many.

1892 was a year never to be forgotten by the children of this home, for their
parents were both taken with pneumonia and being of the fatal type, John died Jan.
11th and Jane on the 10th, making a double funeral. Burial was in the Perth Cemetery
at Perth, NY. They had been faithful in this life, preparing for a larger
life with their Saviour, Jesus Christ; a great loss to the home community and
State. The older children were filling places of trust and John one of the younger
was home, took to farming, and is now living on the old homestead.

MARRIAGE: MARY JANE CHALMERS, Glenville, NY
TO: Allen E. Morris, Town of Galway. NY

There were no children.

Mary, first child of Jane, born Septerber 25, 1857 on the farm near Glenville
healthy, soon entered school where she never lost interest, attending the district
school from which she went to Albany Teachers College, graduating in 1876 as a
teacher. Took a rural school, then to Kingsboro, NY in the Grade School, then
accepted a position in the Grade School at Schuylerville, NY; from there she went
to North Tonawanda, NY as Principal of the Grade School known as The Ironton
Grade School.

In 1899 she married Allen E. Morris of the Town of Galway, NY, a farmer, also
taught school in winter term; was justice of the Peace and consulted in many ways
by those who know him. They went to housekeeping, both entering into community
affairs, church and political life. In 1903 Allen was taken sick and the best of
care was to no avail, as his life ebbed away, a faithful huband, teacher, neighbor
and friend. Burial was in West Galway Cemetery, NY. This left Mary alone and she
decided to return to educational work and accepted a position in the Grade School
of Point Pleasant, NJ, remaining for 20 years and was retired on pension in 1925.

In all of these places she was not only a faithful instructor but entered
into needs of the individual with whom she was dealing, a kind word or act cheered
them on to do better work. Active in church work, interested in Home and Foreign
Missions she became acquainted with many prominent workers, thus broadening her
knowledge, blessed with a good memory she can recall the many interesting times
had and is often asked for information about the Missionaries. During the summer
vacation she and her sister Agnes went to the Chautauqua Summer School at Chautauqua
NY,
; in fact it became part of their regular program for the year and here too
they met many of our strongest speakers and educators. Agnes retired in 1925 also
so they felt that a home of their own would be pleasant and in that case their
younger sister Margarette would join in with them, They found a place to their

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liking at 1156 Glenwood Blvd., Schenectady, NY and moved there. Still interested
in everything for the help of others, she brought her letter to the Park Avenue
Presbyterian Church, entering into its activities.

AGNES SUSAN CHALMERS, Glenville, NY

Not married. Agnes, second child of Jane, born in 1859 at Glenville, NY
followed so closely the regular routine of her older sister Mary, at home, at sohool
and teaching, that I feel I am doing both a kindness when I say that the history
given to Mary, up to starting her teaching, applies to Agnes. She did not grow to
be as tall, but was just as broad in her activities, so you can just go back and
review the facts applied to Mary.

After her graduation from the Albany Teachers College in 1883 she accepted a
position in March of that same year as teacher in the Primary Department of the
Amsterdam, NY Grade School, and to be able to state that she remained in that
capacity till 1925 when she was retired on pension, with ever increasing interest
in the thousands of children during those precious years of their life, the ever
increasing interest shown by,their parents, the appreciation shown by her fellow
teachers, the most honorable record given by the Superintendent of Schools, is
sufficient. When many of those same children now grown up, in college, or business
see her, are anxious to restate their feeling toward her as their first teacher
many remembering her by some gift from themselves or their parents, into whose homes
she had gone to create a more friendly feeling between parent, child and teacher;
she not only believed in Godliness, but cleanliness as well, and was able to obtain
results along both lines. She was a member of the Second Presbyterian Church at
Amsterdam where she retains her membership, but is now attending the First
Prebyterian Church, Schenectady, NY and a liberal giver.

MARRIAGE: ANNA ELIZABETH CHALMERS, Glenville, NY
TO: Marvin E. Race, Indianapolis, Ind,

They have three children: Morris Chalmers, Mable A. and Marvin Francis

Anna, third child of Jane, born August 14th at the homestead near Glenville,
NY educated in the District School, Amsterdam Academy, majoring in Art and Music,
taught one term, then took a private student in the person of Marvin E. Race, of
Indianapolis, Indiana and when he was ready to graduate, suggested a life long
contract to which she agreed and they were married in 1892 and went to housekeeping
in Indianapolis. Mr. Race was well educated and they had many things in common.
After he finished his education accepted a position as traveling salesman for a
wholesale drug company with headquarters at Indianapolis, being successful others
of his family are with the same company. His people were Methodists but after his
marriage they became members of the United Presbyterian Church. They have educated
their children well and are all lovers of their home and home life; they are all
musical and interested in civic, political and religious work.

MARRIEGE: MORRIS CHALMERS RACE, Indianapolis, Ind.
TO: Margarette Bishop, Denver, Colo.

They have one son: William Chalmers

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Morris, first child of Anna, born October 2, 1895 at Indanapolis, Ind. a genuine
boy soon ready for school where he did his part in obtaining an education
with music as a side line. No, that would not be correct as he is efficient with
many instruments and gives much of his time using them when needed. It was at some
of these occasions that he met another musical person and how eager they both were
to go to the next musical. Morris had taken a position with the same Wholesale
Drug Company that his father was with and had been stationed at Denver, Colo. He
too was a successful salesman giving the firm renewed faith in those bearing the
family name. The two met frequently and it soon became a regular thing for them
to be found together and in 1922 Margarette Bishop and Morris Chalmers Race were
married. She too was musical and interested in his work; after their marriage he
was stationed at Hays, Kansas, their present address. They are members of the
Presbyterian Church there and active, he being as Elder. They are educating their
son WILLIAM CHALMERS RACE, born November 28, 1923 bringing added joy to the home
as he is a healthy child, full of pep, ready for study, music or play, setting a
pace for the other boys of the school.

MABLE A. RACE , Indianapolis, Ind.

Not married. Mable, second child of Anna, born in 1897 at Indianapolis, Ind. a strong child,
brought renewed joy to the home, a boy, and now a girl for him to play with, but
she was taken sick, went into convulsions repeatedly, till the end came in 1900.
Burial in the family plot, Indianapolis, Ind.

MARVIN FRANCIS RACE, Indianapolis, Ind.

Not married. Marvin, third child of Anna born in 1900 at Indianapolis, a year of joy and
sorrow. Educated In the schools of home town, then went to Butler College at Butler,
Indiana, a co-educatioml college. This was during the World War and he was drafted
and sent to Camp Lincoln. While there he took the flu, had a relapse, pneumonia
set in and he died in January 1919; the body was brought home and burial in Crown
Hill Cemetery, Indianapolis. Marvin was a good student, had many friends in Grade,
High and College, loved association, enjoyed jokes and was fond of music. I don't
know that the war had anything to do with the flu being so bad, but do know that
it and the battles took thousands of our young manhood and left thousands dependent
and maimed for life,

MARRIAGE: FRANCES MARION CHALMERS, Glenville, NY
TO: William H. Plank, Gloversville, NY

They had no children.

Francis, fourth child of Jane, born in 1863 at Glenville, NY.
She had light hair, blue eyes and kept the older children busy. Educated in the
home school, entered Albany State College, Albany, NY graduating in June 1885 as
a teacher and accepted a position in the Grade School, Kingsboro, NY as teacher
in the grarmmer grade and later became Principal of the school. She met William H.
Plank of Gloversville, NY a widower; association continued and on June 20, 1917
they were married and went to keeping house at Wells, later moved to Fish House.
William was a stock dealer so he became acquainted with a number of horse, cow and
sheep owners, was considered a good judge of the value, having had many years of
experience. Later he retired and they went to Florida for the winters, also bought
and sold property there. In the spring of 1929 they were returning north, Mr. Plank
driving and at Stewart where there was a short turn in the road the car skidded,
turned over and Frances was injured in the chest so badly that she was taken to the
Jefferson Hospital at Roanoke, Va. where she died April 5, 1929. The body was

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brought to Gloversville and the service was conducted by Dr. Miller, pastor of the
Presbyterian Church of which she was a member. Interment was in the Ferndale
Cemetery. Thus, ended the life of one who had spent most of her life in teaching, also
active in community affairs, always glad to enter homes of her pupils that she
might be able to help them more; her interest was more than just teaching.

MARGARETTE M. CHALMERS, Glenville, NY

Not married. Margarette, fifth child of Jane, born November 24, 1865 at
Glenville, NY a healthy child but did not grow to be as tall, entered school early
where she was a good student, graduated from Gloversville High then from Albany State
Teachers College in June 1885. She taught district schools in Fulton and Montgomery
Counties till the death of her parents, when she returned home to keep house for
her brother John who continued on the farm. About 14 years later John married and
she returned to teaching, retiring in 1926, joined her two older sisters in the
home they purchased at 1156 Glenwood Blvd., Schenectady, NY.

She had been very successful in her teaching and in many ways teaching in a
district school where you have so many grades, it is more difficult than Grade
school where you have just the one subject. During the 14 years she was home,
became interested in the garden and flowers so when they went into their home in
Schenectady, she continued her interest along that line more than the others. She
perhaps went beyond her strength at times, her interest was so great, forgot that
her motive power was not throbbing as it should and came in often quite exhausted.
This occurred often in 1933 and on September 6th she was called to her Eternal Home,
and her body placed in the family plot at Perth Cemetery, NY. She had been faithful
in all her duties, changing her plans often to help others out, all of whom miss
her very much.

MARRIAGE: JOHN ALEXANDER CHALMERS, Perth, NY
TO: Isabella Jeanette Renwick, Canandagua, NY

They have no children.

John, sixth child of Jane, born March 30, 1870 at Perth
NY sandy complexion, brown eyes and plenty of Scotoh back bone. Educated in
District School and Albany Business College, returned home to the farm of 100 acres
and rents some adjoining them as they have quite a dairy, selling the milk to an
Amsterdam dealer. There was a teacher In the Gloversville school where his sister
was Principal that he had met from time to time and finally at regular times, outcome
of which was their marriage December 12, 1906. Isabella Jeanette Benwick of
Canandagua, NY a graduate of Geneseo State Normal and had been teaching in
Gloversville. After she came to the home, Margarette returned to teaching; this left John
and his wife alone in the home that had been such a center for so many years. They
take an active interest in things. John is a director in the Fulton & Montgomery
County Mutual Fire Insurance Company, Trustee in the United Presbyterian Church and
has been Supervisor for several terms, president of the Perth Cemetery Association,
of which Ten Eyck Major is Superintendent. Their address is Amsterdam, NY RD 4.

MARRIAGE: MARY DONNAN, Livingston County, NY
TO: Joseph Rippey, Livingston County, NY

Mary, second child of Susan, born September 14, 1826 in that fine section of
the state west of the Genesee River, not very strong but endowed with much
determination, educated in the district school and good home training where she became
an important factor. In the same community there was a farmer whose wife had died,
leaving two children to be cared for; this was rather hard for their father, Joseph
Rippey, and in due time a friendship arose terminating in his marriage to Mary Donnan

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March 4, 1852. She was a member of the Presbyterian Church, active in its work,
and performed her duties well as step mother, not having children of her own. They
were Republicans, I say they for at this time women did not have a vote but their
views were often carried out by the man in the family. Theirs was a happy home,
filled with good cheer to others who came, but did not last very long, as Mary was
taken sick and died March 4, 1860 in her 34th year, leaving Joseph a widower again
but his children were older and a great help in the home. Burial was in the family
plot.

MARRIAGE: ALEXANDER DONNAN, York, Livingston Co., NY
TO: Christy Irving, Sioux County, IA

They had two children: A Son and a daughter

Alexander, third child of Susan, born May 1, 1828 in Livingston County NY
educated in the district school till grown, took to farming and having rather an
independent spirit went west to find one that suited him, which was in Sioux Co.
IA, in the northwestern part of the state. He met and married Christy Irving
of the same section in 1858 and they went to housekeeping in that most fertile
section of the state. They became interested in the affairs of the county, state
and nation, so much so that they did not keep in very close touch with his people
in the east. There was a SON and DAUGHTER born to them, names of whom I have not
been able to obtain from eastern relatives, nor their descendents, who I understand
are living in that part of the state. Interment was in that county where for many
years they had labored together.

MARRIAGE: SAMUEL DONNAN, York, Livingston Co., NY
TO: Margarat Jane Morrow, Livingston County, N.Y.

There were eight children born to them: Anna J., Andrew J., Agnes M., Emma,
George A., Elizabeth, David and Alice L.

Samuel, fourth child of Susan, born April 30, 1830 near York, NY a strong
child and grew to be about 6 feet tall with an avoirdupois of about 200 lbs. Educated
in the district school where he could take part in all the sport activities of the
day without being afraid that he would be crowded out. He chose farming as his
vocation in life along which he had a good training on his fathers farm; but in
order to have a farm of his own, there must be someone in the house to prepare the
meals for hungry men. He had been observant of the fair sex in that community and
soon focused attention on Margaret Jane Morrow, and it became so mutual that he
asked Mr. Morrow for the hand of his daughter. The request was granted, and
Margaret Jane Morrow, born October 10, 1828, was married to Samuel Donnan in 1854. She
was a noble woman, well educated, and had a guiding hand in the home and community.
With eight children born to them, there would be ten seated at the family table
to partake of the well cooked food. Wheat was one of their main crops, other
things growing equally well. They were members of the Covenanter Reformed
PresbyterIan Church at York, NY. Samuel was called first, October 21, 1901 and Margaret
November 24, 1905; burial in the York Cemetery.

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MARRIAGE: ANNA J. DONNAN, Livingston County, NY
TO: Rollin C. Thayer, Wyoming County, NY

They had no children.

Anna, first child of Margaret, born April 11, 1855 on the farm in
Livingston County, educated in district school and Genesee Normal at Geneseo, NY
where she had good standing. She also learned the dressmaking trade and became
proficient at it. She met and became a personal friend of Rollin C. Thayer of the
same section of the state, born December 4, 1844 educated in district school and
learned the carpenters trade, going into business for himself at Perry, NY. They
were married at the bride's home, October 28, 1896 and later moved to Perry where
he was known as a good workman and she a dressmaker of note. They were members of
the United Presbyterian Church, York, NY. and took their letters to the Presbyterian
Church at Perry. Rollin died December 8, 1903 and Anna not until February
15, 1936; although this family history closes as of 1934, having just obtained this
information (1936) am making it a part of same. They were Republicans and interested
in conuunity affairs. Although he was only 59 at his death, she lived to be 81. Interment was
in LaGrange Cemetery, Wyoming County, NY.

ANDREW J. DONNAN, Livingston County, NY

Andrew, second child of Margaret, born in October 1856 apparently strong, but
sickness came and he died April 9, 1868, a year and a half old; suffered from a
fever so common in many of the homes. Interment was in Pleasant Valley Cemetery,
Livingston County, NY.

AGNES M. DONNAN, Livingston County, NY

Agnes, third child of Margaret, born January 17, 1858, educated in district
school and Genesee Normal, lived at home on the farm. She did not marry and along
in the thirties was not well; her mind became weakened, continued to grow worse
till she became a pitiful lunatic. This was hard for the parents who had to care
for her. She was taken sick and on March 13, 1911 passed away. Interment was in
Pleasant Valley Cemetery.

DAVID DONNAN, Livingston County, NY

David, seventh, child of Margaret, born February 25, 1866 educated in district
school, remained on the farm. Of a quiet disposition did not enter society to any
great extent and did not marry. In middle life his mind showed a weakness, later
it seemed wise to take him to an Asylum where his call came September 30, 1902.
Burial was in the family plot.

MARRIAGE: EMMA DONNAN, Livingston County, NY
TO: John H. Johnson, Covington, NY

They had no children.

Emma, fourth child of Margaret, born October 28, 1859 educated
in district school and Ingram University, LeRoy, NY a good student, entered
into the activities of the University. Among her many friends was the son of a
farmer, who became infatuated with her and on March 13, 1889 she was married to
John H. Johnson, of Covington, NY born March 12, 1864, who was well educated.
They settled on a farm near Linwood, NY and became active in all that goes to
make a community better because of their having lived in it. He was Justice of
the Peace, Elder in the United Presbyterian Church of which they were both members.
Emma died January 18, 1920 and burial was in Mount Olivet Cemetery, Covington, NY
leaving John to carry on as we all must do.

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MARRIAGE: GEORGE A. DONNAN, Livingston County, NY
TO: Isabella McKenzie, Livingston County, NY

They had no children

George, fifth child of Margaret, born February 16, 1862 a strong child who
grew to be about 6 ft. tall and weighing 200 lbs., educated in district school and
Ingram University, LeRoy, NY, fond of music, took the violin to give expression
of same having a fine Stradivarius instrument that affords him much pleasure. He
married Isabella McKenzie of the same county, born February 6, 1870 educated in
district school and Genesee Normal, Geneseo, NY from which she graduated In 1890.
The wedding was at her home, October 28, 1903. They settled on the farm, applying
their education in all walks of life. They were members of the Covenanter Church,
he being an Elder and she alctive in the ladies work. A few years ago this church
disorganized and went with the United Presbyterian Church of York, NY They live
on the Linwood Road just off York road, house built on a ridge overlooking the
Genesee Valley and surrounding country in all directions. At one time their mail
came through the same post office that a cousin George Donnan's did and it became
so confusing that he signed his name A. George Donnan, to help the Postman and
themselves out of difficulties. They now receive their mail through the Linwood office
and the other George from Piffard, NY.

MARRIAGE: ELIZABETH DONNAN, Livingston County, NY
TO: Thomas John Copeland, Linwood, NY

There were three children: Clarence, Reed and Dean F.

Elizabeth, sixth child of Margaret, born April 7, 1864, educated in the district
school, interested in home life where she remained till she was 26. A member
of the Covenanter Church, popular among the young people where she met and fell in
love with Thomas John Copeland of Linwood, NY. They were married February 28,
1890 and settled on a farm near Linwood, NY. Theirs was a busy, happy home with
the three lively boys born to them who received good district school education
along with the good home training. Thomas, born November 25, 1866 died November
22, 1929. Interment in Pleasant Valley Cemetery, York, NY. Three years later on
November 21, 1932, Elizabeth's call came; burial being in the family plot. They
were born, lived and died in the same section of our state in which so many
Christialn Americans live.

MARRIAGE: CLARENCE COPELAND, Linwood, NY
TO: Ethel Wright, Covington, NY

They have three children: Jerald, Della and Doris

Clarence, first child of Elizabeth, born in Septbmber 1892, educated In district
school, took to farming at home and in the community. In 1925 he married
Ethel Wright of Covington, NY also educated in district school. They settled
on a farm near Pavilion, NY continuing their interest in home, school. church
and political activities, have become an important unit, giving their children
a good education so they too may fill their place in life well, "Square people in
square holes.".

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JERALD COPELAND, was born April 11, 1926 and doing nicely in school.
DELLA COPELAND, born May 12, 1929 also doing well.
DORIS ELIZABETH COPELAND, born April 10, 1931 will soon be ready to enter
school along with the others. Their address is Pavilion.NY.

MARRIAGE: REED MARTIN COPELAND, Linwood, NY
TO: Helen Johnson, Livingston County, NY

They have one child: Earl.

Reed, second child of Elizabeth, born September 21, 1896, gave his parents
and brother plenty to do and entered school early; while there he showed a mechanical
turn of mind, now, under the central school plan, all such can receive instructions
along such lines. In the town of York, the Johnsons had a daughter, Helen,
born November 2, 1897, educated in district school and Greggsville High School, an
apt student that Reed loved and they were married August 26, 1920 and started keeping
house in Rochester, NY, where he is an auto mechanic. They are members of
the United Presbyterian Church and believe in most of the Republican Party principles;
would that the platforms presented by either party be carried out when
elected to do so.

EARL COPELAND, born June 16, 1925 in Rochester, NY has a good start in his
educational career that can be continued in their home city, fitting him for any
vocation he may choose. Their address is 24 Elgin St., Rochester, NY.

MARRIAGE: DEAN FOSTER COPELAND, Linwood, NY
TO: Mildred Leverenz, Livingston County, NY

They have one child: Eleanor

Dean, third child of Elizabeth, born November 17, 1901 received his education
in the district school and as he grew up did not take to farming, so went to
Rochester and found employment with Eastman Kodak Company, he is also interested
in trucking. On September 1, 1927 he married Mildred Leverenz who was born Dec.
22, 1903 and educated in their home school. Their already happy home was still
more so when ELEANOR COPELAND was born July 18, 1933, a healthy child and will
have the advantage of good schools in Rochester. They are members of St. Luke's
Evangelical Lutheran Church, good Americans but do not give their political affiliation
but I am sure they will take advantage of their franchise, not only in
Presidential years, but always. Their address is 72 Banker Place, Rochester, NY.

MARRIAGE: ALICE L. DONNAN, Livingston County, NY
TO: James H, Copeland, Covington, NY,

They have no children.

Alice, eighth child of Margaret, born March 15, 1869 making one more than
the perfect number, all of whom had a part in keeping Alice in line. As Anna the
oldest was only 14, all of the children were home making 10 to be seated at the
family table, certainly a busy home. Alice attended the district school till
grown up, a good student of good stature was able to take her part both at home
and school. In the Copeland family there was another son who had his eye on
Alice in no uncertain way and on February 17, 1892 she became the wife of James
H. Copeland, born August 2, 1863. They settled on a farm near Linwood, NY.

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Altho they had no children of their own, always enjoyed having them around. They
were members of the Covenanter Church and a few years ago that body disorganized
and they joined the United Presbyterian Church in York also, who have a new brick
building replacing the wooden church that burned. Rev. Clark is pastor at present
doing good work, he also has a place in this family tree. A few years ago, Mr.
Copeland's heart weakened and his Doctor advised him to let up, so they traded the
farm for a nice home in Linwood where they are now living, and is their mailing
address.

MARRIAGE; JAMES DONNAN, Galway, Saratoga Co., NY
TO: Ann Chalmers, Galway, NY

Their seven children were: Mary, Alexander S., Elizabeth, William J.,
John C., George R. and James Andrew.

James, seventh child of Jeannette, was born April 22, 1803 at Galway, Saratoga
County, NY educated in the schools there and was at home till of age, thus became
interested in farming. He took an active part in civil, religious and political
affairs, belonging to the Whig party. They were members of the Associate Presbyterian
Church at West Charlton, NY. All his life he had known a Scotch girl of
that section and entering into social life they were often found together, "Birds
of a Feather"; it was soon known that they were engaged and January 14. 1830 James
Donnan and Ann Chalmers, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. William Chalmers, of Galway, NY,
and Kilwinning, Ayrshire, Scotland, were united in marriage and settled on a farm
in that section. Ann was born February 24, 1809 at Galway, NY, educated in the
schools there and was home till her marriage so they were both trained In their
vocation and were successful farmers. There were two girls and five boys born to
them and were well educated in secular and sacred things; it was a Christian home.
October 20, 1875 James was called, in his 72nd year and five years later Ann's
summons came, March 28, 1880. Interment in the Galway Cemetery, most worthy citizens
faithful to the end.

MARY DONNAN, Galway, Saratoga Co. NY

She never married, was born, lived and died in the same community. Mary the
first child of Ann, was born June 28, 1831 at Galway, NY a strong child resembling
both parents as well as growing to possess many of their characteristics. She
was educated in their home school, a zealous student, became a dominent factor in
the home, a worker in the Associate Presbyterian Church of which she was a member.
One of those kind unselfish persons, always ready to help any and all, she became
well known in the community.

They say married people live longer than single ones, and P. Henry Smeallie
used to say it seems longer anyway, if true, and if she had married, might have reached
an age beyond any of the Donnan family for she lived to be over 83 and never
married. A great help to her mother during her lifetime, helping, to care for the
six younger children, quietly she devoted her life to her fathers family. Lived
with her brother James for a while at West Galway, NY. They say woman's work is
never finished and that might be fittingly said of Mary Donnan. She was called from
her earthly home August 24, 1914 and was buried in the Galway Cemetery.

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Hattie J, third child Of Josie, born September 1, 1897 was educated in home
schools then Oneonta State Normal and was given a position in the Hagaman School
teaching 2nd and 3rd grades and is still teaching as well as caring for her home.

On August 23, 1922 she married Harold J. Kruger, who was born December 29,
1889 in Gloversville, NY educated there and in Hagaman, NY. He is a painter by
trade and also enjoys carpenter work. They built a new home on Church Street a  4
short distance from her father's home, lot a part of the 50 acres. The road leading
from this street south, comes out of Cranesville, a beautiful drive down the creek,
crossing it several times. They are members of the Presbyterian Church and she is
doing good work there, as well as in the day school.

MARRIAGE: WILLIAM J. DONNAN, Galway, NY
TO: Isabelle Walker, Johnstown, NY

They had no children.

William, fourth child of Ann, was born June 21, 1838 at Galway, NY educated
in the schools there till grown up, a square shouldered tall man. The wives of the
Donnans on the north side of the Mohawk had to look up to their husbands, but many
of them on the south side had to look down on their husbands. William fell in
love with a Scotch girl and on February 18, 1869 he married Isabelle Walker, born
in 1830, daughter of John D. Walker and Catherine McArthur of Johnstown, NY.
He was a Republican and she a Democrat; in spite of which they lived peaceably
during their lifetime. They bought a farm south of West Galway and became interested
in the affairs of that section.

In 1895 Isabelle was taken sick and on April 12th her call came at the age of
65; burial was in the family plot at Johnstown, NY. This left William alone so
he sold the farm and bought a place in West Galway and his sister Mary came to live
with him. On November 2, 1919 William's call came, closing a life of four score
years and one. They were active in churoh work, upholding things that were right,
a loss to the community.

MARRIAGE: JOHN C. DONNAN, Galway, NY
TO: Kate Jackson, Galway, NY

Their children were: Lillie A. and Mabel.

NEXT TO: Madge Martin, Troy, NY

They had no children.

NEXT TO: Mrs. Mary Brocket, GeLlway, NY

They had no children.

John, fifth child of Ann was born December 31, 1840 at Galway, NY much like
his father, including stature. Educated in the schools there took to farming. On
September 13, 1871 he married Kate Jackson of Galway, NY who was educated in the
same schools and a life long friend, settling on a farm in that community. The two
children were educated in the schools there and both attained good markings.

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LILLIE A. DONNAN, born in 1874 and just at the close of her school activities
as she entered young womanhood was taken sick and all aid failed to combat the
disease, being called February 17, 1896 and she was laid beside her mother at Galway,
who had died August 15, 1885.

On November 30, 1886 John married Madge Martin of Troy, NY also a pleasing
person to help carry on the home activities; but she too was soon called, September
4, 1893 and buried beside his first wife. There were no children to this union.

December 20, 1899 John married his third wife, Mrs. Mary Brocket, of Galway
NY, who survived him but is now dead and buried in her family plot, Connecticut.
There were no children to this union. During the closing years of John's life Mary
was a constant companion till death came November 3, 1919, ending the life of one
who had been faithful to all the obligations placed upon him during the many years.

MARRIED: MABEL DONNAN, Galway, NY
TO: John H. Walker, Johnstown, NY

Mabel, second child of Kate was born 1877 at Galway, NY educated in the
schools there, medium stature, pleasing in manner, gained manv friends; special,
however was one from Johnstown, NY and in 1900 Mabel Donnan and John E. Walker
were mrried and they settled at Johnstown, NY entering into all activities, educational,
political and religious. John was born July 11, 1874. From High School
he clerked in grocery store and later became a letter carrier.

On June 27, 1911 Mabel was called to her reward, having been loyal to her
Christian vow in thought, word and deed. Interment was at Johnstown, NY. John's
address is 223 East Main Street, Johnstown, NY.

MARRIAGE: GEORGE R. DONNAN, Galway, NY
TO: Edna Antoinette Curtis, Ballston, NY

Their four children were: George William, Raymond Curtis, Edna Chalmers and James Warren.

George, sixth child of Ann, was born September 26, 1845 at Galway, NY of
sandy complexion, brown eyes and grew to be a large man like his father. Educated
in district school, then Charlton Academy, preparing himself for Union College,
Schenectady, NY and graduated in the class of 1871, entered Albany Law School and
graduated in 1873. Believing there was a field open at Troy, NY he went there
and opened his office, building up a large clientage. On April 17, 1878 at WashIngton,
D.C. he married Edna Antoinette Curtis, who was born March 7, 1849 at
Ballston, NY. She was a well educated, refined lady of a noble family and their
home in Troy was a pleasant one.

There was one girl and two boys born to them all being educated as they desired
for a particular vocation in life. They became members of the Memorial Presbyterian
Church, Troy, NY and George has served as Ruling Elder for more than 40
years, and they both rendered valuable service to it, as well as civic and political
organizations. They were Republicans. Theirs was a busy home with their children
going to and from school and college. Mrs. Donnan had her hands full and she filled
her place well in the home, the guiding hand of a mother meant much to all.

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In the early part of 1926 she was not well and March lst was called to a larger
field of service. Interment was in that beautiful Oakwood Cemetery, Troy, NY The
two youngest children, Edna and James were at home so the father was not alone.

EDNA CHALMERS DONNAN, was born September 30, 1886 at Troy, NY resembling her
mother and characteristics of both parents, educated in Grade and Troy High school
graduating in 1905, entered Syracuse University and graduated in the class of 1912
with the degree of A.B. She was a member of Alpha Phi Fraternity and is now identified
with the Manufacturers National Bank of Troy, as Chief Clerk in the Trust Dept.
living at home.

JAMES WARREN DONNAN, youngest child was born December 31, 1888 at Troy, attended
Grade and High School, graduating in 1907, entered his father's office as clerk. When
we entered the World War he joined the Expeditionary Forces and was in France during
1918-19 till the close when he received his honorable discharge. On his return
like all the other men who served their country so well, it was hard to settle down,
especially those who were in college and had to return to their studies. James, however,
was not going, and identified himself with the Royal Indemnity Company of New
York as Adjuster of Claims for the Albany District, living at home. When George,
his father, was 80 years old, he retired from active practice, but is still hale
and hearty at 89, enjoying his home up on the hills of Troy, NY, 46 Bell Avenue.

MARRIAGE: GEORGE WILLIAM DONNAN, Troy, NY
TO: Grace J. Foster, Troy, NY

They have two children: George William, Jr and Edith Sampson.

George, first child of Edna, was born March 19, 1879 at Troy, NY an active
strong child ready for the fray. Attended Grade and High School, then entered Troy
Boys Academy; from there he came to Union College, Schenectady, NY graduating in
the class of 1903 with the degree of A.B. Classical Course. He was a member of
Kappa Alpha Fraternity and took a groat interest. Entering Albany Law School,
graduated in 1905 and started his law practice in Schenectady, NY.

Among his life long friends in Troy was Grace J. Foster to whom he became enaged
and they were married October 3, 1905. Grace was well educated in the Troy
schools and familiar with home duties. They went to keeping house in Schenectady
but a few years later he accepted a position with the Consolidated Indemnity and
Insurance Company of New York City and is now Vice President and Manager of the
Casualty Department. Their home is at 133 West 11th Street, New York City.

GEORGE WLLIAM DONNAN, JR. born February 27, 1907 received his education there
graduating from the Art Cultural School of New York and is now a member of the Art
Staff of the Now York World.

EDITH SAMPSON DONNAN, born May 20, 1915, along with her school work, attended
a dancing school and was so successful, chose it for her vocation in life and is
now a professional toe dancer. (Edith, so far, you are the first in our group along
this line, as a professional.)

MARRIAGE: RAYMOND CURTIS DONNAN, Troy, NY
TO: Marguerite Barney Whitlock, Schenectady, NY

They have one child: Marjorie Swain.

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Raymond, second child of Edna was born June 8, 1881 in Troy, NY and had his
older brother to entertain, which he did well and was soon ready to go to school
with him, passing the Grade, entered High then Troy Academy where he prepared himself
for Union College. He graduated from there in the class of 1903, degree of
A.B. Classical Course, was a member of the Kappa Alpha Fraternity to which he has been
loyal as well as to college, encouraging many of the students when they felt
in the dumps.

He decided to enter the ministry and went to Princeton Theological Semimary
graduating with the class of 1906. While in Union he became acquainted with one
of Schenectady's young ladies and a strong friendship resulted in their engagement
and on June 7, 1905 Raymond Curtis Donnan and Marguerite Barney Whitlock
granddaughter of H. S. Barney, Schenectady, NY were married and after his graduation
the next year, accepted a call to the Presbyterian Church at Chestertown, NY
where he preached several years. Then Mrs. Donnan's health was such that a change
of climate was suggested and he resigned his pastorate to go with her to different
places where she did improve.

On their return to Schenectady took up their residence at 115 Union Street,
her grandfather's old home, where they still live. Both are active in all phases
of Christian work and are members of St. George's Church. Mrs. Donnan was educated
in Schenectady and St. Agnes School in Albany, NY.

While Raymond is not preaching, he remains active in the religious work of the
city and is doing much through his Fraternity for Union College. Mrs. Donnan
cooperated with him, but due to her health could not be active. Raymond spent much
time reading to her, she was well educated, fond of all the fine arts, graduate of
the schools here and St. Agnes School in Albany. For years they have spent the
summers in their cottage at Brandt Lake, NY where it did both good. In the spring
of 1934 she became weaker and all efforts to help her regain strength were to no
avail and she was called home May 19, 1934, patient for all the years of her
illness, remained loyal to her faith. Rev. George F. Bamback, rector of St. George
Church, conducted the funeral service at the home 115 Union Street. Interment was in
the family plot, Vale Cemetery, Schenectady, NY

MARRIED: MAJORIE SWAIN DONNAN, Schenectady, NY
TO: Robert Vhen Cox, Swampscott, Mass

They have one child: Barbara Ann.

Majorie was born March 4, 1906 in Schenectady, NY and resembled her mother
in many ways, educated in the Grade and High schools of Schenectady, then Fullers
Preparatory School at Ossining, NY and Conklin School, New York City. Like her
mother she met her fate with one of Union's men and on May 7, 1930, Majorie Swain
Donnan and Robert Vhen Cox, son of Mr. and Mrs. Cox, Swampscott, Mass. were married.
Robert was educated in their home schools. then came to Union College where he
graduated with good standing, then took a special course at the General Electric
Company in Accounting and is now one of the traveling auditors for them.They
have one daughter BARBARA ANN, born January 30, 1932 and are living at 819 Pinewood
Avenue, Schenectady, NY, a cozy home in a nice section of the city.

MARRIAGE : JAMES ANDREW DONNAN, Galway, NY
TO: Flora Davis, Galway, NY,

There were four children: Jane, Elizabeth, Belle Walker and James George.

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James, seventh child of Ann, was born July 1, 1850 at Galway, NY a healthy
child for all the others to play with, the oldest one being 19, nine to sit down at
the table or otherwise, with perhaps a hired man. Educated in the home school,
he decided to be a farmer and remained home during his early manhood entering into
the activities of church and social life where he met his fate in the person of
Flora Davis, daughter of George Davis and Jane F. Swan, Galway, NY. She was
educated in the home school and Miss Anna Knox Select School at North Galway, NY,
had been brought up on the farm so they had many things in common. Born June 26
1861, December 7, 1883, James Andrew Donnan and Flora Davis were married and went
to keeping house on the old Donnan farm where they were successful, educating their
four children as they desired, thus fitting them for their corner.

Both were active in United Presbyterian Church at West Charlton, Mr. Donnan
filling places of trust that was in keeping with his life at home. When their son
James G. was married, he worked the farm and his father bought the Mead farm
directly east of Galway and moved there. Later they sold this and bought a place
in Galway where Mrs. Donnan and Elizabith now live (1934). Janes Andrew died
March 16, 1930 at the age of 80 and was buried at West Charlton cemetery, having rounded
out a useful life at four score years.

MARRIAGE: JANE ANNA DONNAN, Galway, NY
TO: William Frederick Schwem, Scotch Bush, NY

They have three children: Janet Belle, Ruth Elizabeth and Margeret Anna.

Jane, first child of Flora was born February 27, 1885 at Galway, NY, educated
in home school,, entered Oneonta Normal School at Oneonta, NY from which she
graduated in 1911 and accepted a position at Ballston, NY teaching lst and 5th grade.
From there she went to Hudson, NY then came to Schenectady, NY teaching till
her marriage. She resembled her mother but was tall like her father, a good teacher
and disciplinarian. Taking a post graduate course with a private student, fell in
love with him and June 27, 1914 Jane Anna Donnan and William Frederick Schwem, son
of John and Minnie Schwem, West Charlton, NY were married and settled on Cruthers
Place, Amsterdam Road.

William was born December 6, 1879 at Scotch Bush, NY educated in the country
schools, became a good farmer and Jane, being brought up on a farm, is equal to her
part in the home. Their farming is general, fine herd of cattle, large flock of
sheep and hens, go to Amsterdam every two weeks with a load; butter being their
specialty, having many customers that his father had years ago. Having a fine
garden and an abundance of flowers, the house is beautified and the cellar filled
with good things for the winter. Mr. Schwem is an elder in tho Presbyterian
Church at West Charlton and all of the family active in other phases of the work.
They are educating their three daughters as they desire.

JANET BELLE SCHWEM born April 30, 1915, a blonde with blue eyes, educated in
home school Schenectady High School, graduating in 1932 and is now taking an Art
course at Skidmore, Saratoga, NY.

RUTH ELIZABETH SCHWEM second child, born February 26, 1917, not as tall and
dark hair and eyes, educated in the same schools, graduating from Schenectady High
in 1934 and is now a student at Skidmore, specializing in music, a fine pianist.

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MARGERET ANNA SCHWEM, third child was born July 27, 1918, medium height, dark
hair and full of determination (in fact they all are), and is now attending the
Schenectady High School, looking forward to being a nurse.

It is a pleasure to hear all three at a six handed game on the piano in their
home, rendering some of our best music with skill, a recompense to the parents who
are doing so much for them. It is also a delight to survey the buildings, stock
and farm, a going concern. Their address is Hagaman, NY. R F D.

ELIZABETH DONNAN, Galway, NY

Not married. Second child of Flora, was born June 26, 1886 at Galway, NY resembling both
parents, medium height, brown hair and eyes, she became a good student in home
school then entered Oneonta Normal at Oneonta, NY graduating, accepted a position
in the Utica, NY schools where she is still teaching and we hear good reports of
her work there. Her home is with her mother at Galway, NY commuting whenever she
can with a friend teacher in Utica. She states with the fleeting years a pension
will soon be available for her. She, as the others, is a member of the United
Presbyterian Church, West Charlton, NY, a republican and stands for peace.

BENNE WALKER DONNAN, Galway, NY

Not married. Third child of Flora, was born November 27, 1887 at Galway, fair complexion,
medium stature, a good student at home school and Oneonta Normal, from which she
graduated and accepted a position in the public school at Utica, NY where she
taught till her death, December 2, 1919 in her 32nd year, just in the prime of life
called to a larger service. Both interested in the individual child and their home
surroundings, make them efficient instructors. Interment was in the family plot
at West Charlton, NY a well kept cemetery.

MARRIAGE; JAMES GEORGE DONNAN, Galway, NY
TO: Agnes Smeallie Bunyan, West Charlton, NY

They have three children: Agnes Belle, James Robert and Hume Bunyan.

Janes, fourth child of Flora, was born April 24, 1889 on the old Alexander
Donnan Sr. farm where he is now living. Educated in the Galway schools till grown
up, took to farming and this too is of general character, having always kept much
stock, rotating crops, it is still very productive and things are moving in spite of
the depression. This farm has been owned by the Donnan family for more than a
century and a half, and, like so mny places in Scotland, is worthy of a name; why not,
"Pleasant View", for from back of the house you can see three states.

There was a young lady who attended the same church that attracted James; attention,
sometimes to the exclusion of the, minister and his sermon, bearing fruit 100
fold as it resulted in the marriage, January 24, 1920 of James George Donnan and
Agnes Smeallie Bunyan, of West Charlton, NY. James was born March 15, 1902 and was
educated in the home school. They went to keeping house on the old farm and have
been blessed with three children, live wires:

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AGNES BELLE DONNAN. born October 2, 1920; JAMES ROBERT DONNAN, born June 7,
1924; and HUME BUNYAN DONNAN, born January 23, 1928, who are being educated in the
Galway school of which James is trustee and takes a great interest in all the children.
They are members of the United Presbyterian Church at West Charlton where
seven generations of Donnans have worshipped.

MARRIAGE: GEORGE DONNAN, Galway, NY
NO: Jeannette McQueen, Perth Center, NY

There were ten children: Jeannette Elizabeth, Archibald A., John M. Margaret A.,Mary Jane,
George Jr., Harriet Helen, William C., An Infant Son and Ruth Isabelle

NEXT TO: Sarah Banta, West Galway, NY

One child by this union: An Infant Son.

George, eighth child of Jeannette was born September 24, 1807 on the farm near
Galway, NY, educated in district school till grown, remained home till of age; he
was tall, square shoulders, blue eyes and a kindly disposition. In his social life
he met Jeannette McQueen of Perth Center, NY, born 1810, and fell in love, became
engaged and were married in 1833. They settled near West Galway, NY on the road
to Amsterdam. There were several acres of land along the Chuctanunda Creek, outlet
of the Galway reservoir that furnished power all along its course to Amsterdam. On
this creek George had a tannery handling the leather in various ways, principal of
which was in the making of boots and shoes, taking the measurements of customers,
would make lasts that were retained for future use, thus built up a successful
business for he was a good manager.

It was a good place to visit, you felt at home as soon as you entered, both
being kindhearted. It was said of Jeannette that she would wake up the older children
in the middle of the night to give them something to eat. The ten children
born to this union were well taken care of, perhaps too well for one of the babies
that they had with them on a visit was wrapped so snugly that it did not get air
and was dead when they arrived.

Theirs was a busy home and George the Tanner was known for miles around. The
process of tanning at that time took from 8 to 10 months, using bark, but it made
the very best kind of leather for boots which he made, so his trade increased
steadily. In the latter part of 1874 Jeannette was not well and died on January
16, 1875. Interment at West Galway, NY

In 1876 George married Sarah Banta, born 1839, daughter of Abraham Banta, West
Galway, pleasing in manner, of medium height, also good housekeeper and made you
welcome. There was an infant born to this union in 1877, who was laid to rest in
the family plot where several of the first family had been buried at a young age.

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George continued active in his chosen business, retaining his faculties till
the end November 5, 1890, burial in family plot . Later Sarah moved to Amsterdam
where she had a sister, Mrs. Serviss. Death came to her in 1919, interment being
at West Galway, NY.

ARCHIBALD A. DONNAN, second child of Jeannette, born September 27, 1836 at
West Galway, was being educated in the district school and just entering manhood
when he was called, November 20, 1854. Interment was in the family plot at West
Charlton, NY.

JOHN A. DONNAN, third child of Jeanette, born June 20, 1838 at West Galway
soon entered school with the others, picture of health, but his call also came before
he was of age, November 17, 1857, just three years after his older brother died.
This was a heard blow for the parents when they laid his body away, awaiting the
resurection.

GEORGE DONNAN JR., sixth child of Jeannette, born in 1845 at West Galway, NY,
a healthy child but called at an early age, March 1849, only four years old when
his little body was laid to rest.

HARRIET HELEN DONNAN, seventh child of Jeannette, born in 1847 and lived only
a short time, was the first to be placed in the new plot in West Galway Cemetery,
West Galway, NY. If the years following, mingled with joy and so much sorrow were
known, they would have fainted by the wayside. Faith, Hope and Love buoys us up.

INFANT SON, born in December 1854 was laid in his grave the same year his
brother Archibald was called.

RUTH ISABELLE DONNAN, youngest child of Jeannette, born November 4, 1855 at
West Galway, fair complexion, dark hair, blue eyes and a smile on her face for all
but was soon to cease in this life for on March 4, 1857 she too was called, the same
year her brother John died. Interment in the family plot.

With the death of an Infant son by Sarah, George's second wife, seven children
were called before they reached the age of maturity.

MARRIAGE: JEANNETTE ELIZABETH DONNAN, West Galway, NY
TO: John McK. Smeallie, West Galway, NY

There were six children: George D., Margarette, John A., Jeannette,
Agnes Boyd and Crerar.

Jeannette, first child of Jeannette, born January 8, 1834 at West Galway, NY,
a good hearted child, blue eyes, fair complexion, medium stature, educated in home
school, became a friend of the student body and a special friend of John McK. Smeallie
of the same community, born 1826. They were married January 20, 1858 and went on
a farm about a mile east of West Galway on the road to Galway where they lived during
John's lifetime. He was a good farmer, fond of stock, always had a good garden and
the cellar filled with good things in the fall. They continued their activities
in civic, political and religious affairs; members of the Presbyterian Church at
West Galway, were Republicans, both musical and kept open house; you were always
welcome. Jannette often spent hours of the night in preparation for the pleasure

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of others. They educated their children well, coupled with the good Christian home
training, fitted them for life's duties. John died April 2, 1885 and was buried in
the West Galway Cemetery. later they sold the farm end Jeannette went to Amsterdam
with her children where she died May 22, 1892 and was buried at West Galway. A
loving tender mother always ready to sympathize with others.

MARGARETTE SMEALLIE, second child of Jeannette born 1861 at West Galway, NY,
and had her older brother to entertain her, full of fun, looked like her mother
whose disposition she inherited. Have not been able to learn the disease that took
her, but know scarlet fever took away many of the younger people those years and it
may have been that dreaded disease that took her in 1865 bringing sorrow to the home,
especially to the mother. Burial was in West Galway Cemetery.

MARRIED: GEORGE D. SMEALLIE, West Galway, NY
TO: Eva Ballard, West Galway, NY

They have one child: E. Louise.

George, first child of Jeannette born January 16, 1859 at West Galway, NY,
educated in the home school till grown up, resembled his grandfather Donnan, tall
blue eyes, ready for a good time and visit. He took to the farm and spent several
years in Nebraska with an Orr family who had gone there from West Galway. On
returning home he met a school teacher, Eva Ballard, niece of Rev. James Bryant,
pastor of the Presbyterian Church at West Galway; they became engaged and were married
May 10, 1890, then went to Milford, DE and bought a fruit farm, remaining several
years, sold and went to Yalesville, Ct., where George accepted a position in a silver
plating factory. They entered into all phases of life there and have become
quite New Englanders. Present address is Yalesville, Ct.

MARRIAGE: E. LOUISE SMALLIE, Milford, DE
TO: Albert Van Leuvan, Yalesville, Ct.

They have two children: Evelyn and Marjorie.

Louise, only child of Eva, born July 14, 1894 at Milford, DE, educated in the
school where they lived, graduated from Middlebury College, Middlebury, Vt. then
took a special course at Yale University, New Haven, Ct. obtaining a Masters Degree
in Chemistry. She accepted a position as chemist in the hospital at Meridan, Ct.
remaining till October 15, 1927 when she married Albert Van Leuvan of Yalesville,
Ct. who has a nursery business there. He had been married before and had a family,
his wife having died, Louise went into the home that was also near her home. they
have two children that are being well looked after by both families.

EVELYN VAN LEUVAN, born December 23, 1928 and MAJORIE VAN LEUVAN, born August
15, 1933. Their address is Yalesville, Ct.

MARRIED: JOHN A. SMEALLIE, West Galway. NY
TO: Ella Jane Calderwood, West Galway, NY

They have two children: Flora Belle and Ralph J.

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John, third child of Jeannette, born March 12, 1864, possessed characteristics
of both parents, always the same, word as good as his note, commanded respect of
his schoolmates and older associates, good natured, musical and energetic in spite
of his weight of more than 200 lbs. Educated in district school, remained home till
of age, was a member of the Presbyterian church, a member of the band and could
hold down his side with his bass horn that he had learned to play well, a man among
men. He accepted a place as shipping clerk in the Carmichael Paper Mill at Amsterdam,
NY, and on April 3, 1889 he married Ella Jane Calderwood, of West Galway,
NY, born April 12, 1865, daughter of James R. Calderwood and Margarette Clark;
she was well educated and a member of the Presbyterian Church, active In social affairs .
They went to keeping house at Amsterdam, took their letters to the 2nd
Presbyterian Church where they have remained active. Later John entered the Knitting
Mill of John K. Stewart, remained some years then went into the oil business
for himself. One night he seemed troubled for breath and Ella raised him and he
was gone, May 8, 1911. Interment was in Fairview Cemetery, Amsterdam, NY. A friend
indeed, laid to rest. They educated their children well, and Ella still keeps
open house, friends more than welcome.

FLORA BELLE SMEALLIE, first child of Ella, born April 24, 1891 at Amsterdam,
resembles her mother, educated in schools there, then Teachers Training Class at
Johnstown, NY and Oneonta Normal, graduating in 1915. She accepted a position in.
Amsterdam schools where she is still doing a noble work as well as in Sunday School.
Fond of music, loves to drive her car that also has an open door for friends,
scarcely ever going alone. She still remains home at 14 Storrie St., Amsterdam,  NY.

MARRIAGE: RALPH J. SMEALLIE, Amsterdam, NY
TO: Mildred A. Rulison, Mill Point, NY

They have two children: Ellen Margarette and Ralph R.

Ralph, second child of Ella born November 2, 1892 at Amsterdam, a duplicate of
his father, also musical playing the cornet and bass horns. Educated in the Amsterdam
schools and after his graduation from High learned the Moulders trade at the
General Electric Company, Schenectady, NY, where he stayed some years commuting.
He then went with McCleary, Wallen & Crouse rug mill at Rockton, where they bought
a home overlooking the Mohawk Valley. Here he was mechanic in their large mill.
On October 15, 1919 he married Mldred A. Rulison, daughter of Frank Rulison and
Dora Merry of Mill Point, well educated there and in Amsterdam High School taking
up shorthand and typing, They were members of the First M. E. Church and she sang in
the choir, having a contralto voice.

Their two children ELLEN MARGARETTE SMEALLIE, born November 3, 1921 and RALPH
R. SMEALLIE, born March 17, 1927 are bright students at home and at school which
is two blocks away; also in their Sunday School work receive many awards for good
work. They attend the M. E. Church school and service at the Second Presbyterian
Church, Amsterdam, NY. They are all musical and interested in the welfare of
others, Ralph Sr. is a Mason and for several years has played Santa for the City
of Amsterdam.

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MARRIAGE: JEANNETTE SMEALLIE, West Galway, NY
TO: Elmer Dillenbeck, Johnstown, NY

They have four children: Agnes M., Clara May, Marguerite S. and Olive M.

Jeannette, fourth child of Jeannette born January 8, 1866 at West Galway, NY
resembling her mother, kindly disposition and lover of home, educated in the home
school, was popular among the boys, fair complexion, blue eyes and an easy laughter.
She met a young man from another township who insisted that he might meet her again;
this led to their being engaged and on January 20, 1886 they were married at the
bride's home in West Galway, where they stayed for a time. Elmer was born April 11,
1860, educated in home school and took up painting which he followed most of the
time. He accepted a position in a store at Northfield, NY then went to Rochester
NY in Edwards Company store, remaining some years then came back to Johnstown
where he took up painting again.

They educated the children in the different places they lived and when they
returned to Johnstown bought a home and continued activities along all lines. It
was a musical home, often singing while they were at their work. Jeannette died
in Johnstown June 9, 1925 and Elmer July 22, 1930. Interment in the Johnstown
Cemetery.

CLARA M. DILLENBECK, second child of Jeannette born May 13, 1891 was taken
violently ill while cutting her teeth, went into convulsions October 2, 1891 and
did not rally from them. Burial in Johnstown, NY.

MARRIAGE: AGNES M. DILLENBECK, West Galway, NY
TO: Guy Collins, Johnstown, NY

There was one child: Infant.

NEXT TO: Burtin McFarland, Mt. Gilead, Ohio

They had no children.

NEXT TO: Homer Hover, Cleveland, Ohio

Agnes, first child of Jeannette born October 22, 1886 at West Galway, NY
characteristics of both parents; genial, fair complexion and full of fun, even
in school at Johnstown where they moved after her birth. Educated in the schools
there, soon entered into society and due to her courteous manner, gained many
friends among them Guy Collins, of Johnstown, NY whom she married in 1904 and
they went to keeping house there. There was one child born to them, not strong,
and lived only a few weeks. Interment was at Johnstown NY Cemetery. Sometime
later she obtained a divorce from Guy at Reno, Nevada and returning, married
Burton McFarland of Mt. Gilead, Ohio, who was in a grocery store in the western
part of New York State at the time, 1911. They were there for sometime when a
separation came in 1925. There were no children to this union.

Sometime later she married Homer Hover, of Cleveland, Ohio where they are
now living (1934).

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MARRIAGE: MARGUERITE S. DILLENBECK, Johnstown, NY
TO: Kenneth M. Baker, Earlesville, NY

There have been five children: four infant boys and Audrey Jane

Marguerite third child of Jeannette born January 28, 1898 at Johnstown, NY
educated in the schools there graduating from High, then entered Cranes School of
Music at Potsdam, NY, graduated with honors, possessed natural musical talents.
She accepted a position in the schools of Lyons, NY teaching music successfully
and a few years later was offered a position in the schools at Ilion, NY. While
here she met a friend who was also musical and well educated so they had many
things in common and an engagement followed; they were married July 28, 1923 and
went to keeping house there. Kenneth was employed in the Library Bureau of the
Remington Arms Company. They both continued their usual activities singing in
the choir and civic work. later Kenneth was transferred to the Philadelphia factory
of the company and they lived at Camden, NJ.

In 1929 he accepted a position as instructor of occupation work at the prison,
Comstock, NY and they lived at 35 Poplar St., Hudson Falls, NY. They sorrow
because of the loss of their four infant boys but rejoice in the presence of AUDREY
JANE BAKER, born December 13, 1926, being educated well, including music which she
loves. In 1935, to be nearer his work at Comstock, they bought a home at Fort Ann,
NY and have a cottage at Echo Bay at Pilot Knob, Lake George, beauty spot of
the world.

MARRIAGE: OLIVE M. DILLENBECK, Johnstown, NY
TO: Dana C. Goodrich, Geneva, NY

They have two children: Jeannette and Dana C. Jr.

Olive, fourth child of Jeannette, born March 27, 1900 at Johnstown, NY
where she received her grade school education, then Northville High and Cranes
School of Music at Potsdam, NY, stood well in her class, having a soprano voice
of rich quality. She accepted a position in the Johnstown schools as instructor
of music and sang in a Gloversville church. She had met Dana C. Goodrich of
Geneva, NY who was pleased not only with her voice but her personality and kindly
interest in others; they became engaged and were married September 20, 1924 going
to Syracuse, NY where he was with the New York Telephone Company in the installation
department. A few years ago he was transferred to Albany, NY and they moved
there where the children are being educated, they too being musical:

JEANNETTE GOODRICH, born July 24, 1926 at Albany, NY and DANA C. GOODRICH JR,
born January 1, 1928 at Albany, NY

Olive is much like her mother making the home a pleasant one and they are
enjoying the Capitol City; present address, 24 Maplewood, Albany, NY.

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MARRIAGE: AGNES BOYD SMEALLIE, West Galway, NY
TO: William P. Shockley, Milford, DE

There were six children: Ellen E., Infant, Crerar, Infant, Infant and Donald E.

Agnes, fifth child of Jeannette, born March 3, 1868 at West Galway, NY, fair
complexion, blue eyes, resembled her father; educated in home school where she was
popular, her loveable disposition held those friendships.

When grown up she went to visit her brother George at Milford, DE,  met, loved
and married William P. Shockley of Milford, DE on November 20, 1894. He was a
lawyer and put his shingle out in Dover, DE where they went to housekeeping.
Dover being the capitol was naturally a political center, so William was one of
the many lawyers who were there. They educated the three children in the schools
there, the other three being infants lived only a short time, save one, for some
months. They were all buried at Milford, DE cemetery.

In 1909 Agnes was not at all well and went to Amsterdam, NY for surgical
and medical care which proved a relief but she did not regain her strength and in
1910 she was taken to join her three children and her body laid by their side in
the cemetery at Milford. Wiilliam's ancestry goes back to William Shackerly, a
New York mariner who died July 13, 1680.

MARRIED: ELLEN E. SHOCKLEY, Dover, DE
TO: William Chapman, Genoa, Italy

They have two children: Richard and Jean.

Ellen, first child of Agnes born June 16, 1898 at Dover, DE, educated there
and at a girls school, went along with her father to Italy, where he was Consul
and met a young man from the U. S. A. representing banking interests there, and
he coupled with it an interest in Ellen; they were engaged and married May 20, 1920
he continuing his work there where they went to keeping house. They have two children
to educate: RICHARD CHAPMAN, born 1921 at Genoa, Italy and JEAN CHAPMAN, born
1923 at Genoa, Italy. Their present address (1934) 46 Park St., Tenafly, NJ.

MARRIED: WILLIAM CRERAR SHOCKLEY, Dover, DE
TO: Lelia Pecchioli Garbi, Genoa, Italy

They had no children.

Crerar, third child of Agnes, born May 16, 1901 at Dover, DE. His father had
his name legally changed to William Penn Shockley, Jr., educated in public and
private schools there, went to Italy with his father, fell In love with the daughter
of a prominent Italian family, Lelia Pecchioli Garbi of Tirenze, Italy and they
were married October 20, 1932 at Genoa, where he is assistant Consul. This is
where the Scotch and Italian blood gets mixed up. 1934 address C/o Anerican
Consulate, Leghorn, Italy.

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MARRIAGE: DONALD E. SHOCKLEY, Dover, Del,
TO: Della Evans, Chicago, Ill.

They have no children.

Donald, sixth child of Agnes born May 11, 1906 at Dover, Kent County, DE was
educated in the schools there for commercial life and accepted a position with the
McCormack Manufacturing Company, Chicago, Ill. and was sent to Europe and things
went well till the slump came and he was recalled to Chicago where he met and fell
in love with Della (Adela) Evans, one of their stenographers. They were married September
22, 1932 at Christobal, Canal Zone, Panama, where they had gone for a vacation.
Present address (1934) 543 Rosco St., Chicago, Ill.


MARRIAGE: CRERAR SMEALLIE, West Galway, NY
TO: Hilma Friborg, Tokio, No. Dakota

They had no children but adopted a boy.

Crerar, youngest child of Jeannette born September 3, 1878 at West Galway,
NY, fair complexion, blue eyes, characteristics of his father, educated in the
school there then entered the Millitary School at Ossining, NY. He served his
country in the Spanish American War with distinction, honorably discharged and went
to Milford, DE with his older brother, George. Then he took up the insurance business
at Philadelphia, PA, was transferred to Albany, NY and later to Buffalo,
NY. Here he resigned and went to Devil's Lake, Ramsey Co., No. Dakota and entered
into the general store business there; later he was elected Postmaster.

He met a young lady from Tokio, No. Dakota, of Skandinavian descent, they became
friends, were engaged and married in 1912; settled where his business was.
Both being popular, the business increased steadily. They had the lake to the south
and were in the midst of the great wheat growing section with four railroads, made
it a good center for business. Not having any children of their own, they adopted
a boy while there and were educating him in the school. Crerar had a chance to sell
the business and closed the bargain at once. Things were not going smoothly in the
home and it seemed wise for him to obtain a divorce which he did and went to Seattle,
Washington, entering into commercial life again. His present address (1934) is
2612 47th Avenue, S.W. Seattle, Washington.

MARRIAGE: MARGARETTE ANN DONNAN, West Galway, NY
TO: Robert Calderwood, West Galway, NY,

There were eight children: Helen Ernestine, Jane Elizabeth, Margarette Ann,
Jeannette McQueen, George Donnan, Agnes, Thomas Cuthell and David Andrew.

Margarette, born August 25, 1840 at West Galway, NY, a strong child dark complexion,
heavy hair, blue eyes that served her well in the district school; then
Galway Academy NY. Musical, having a contralto voice was in demand at school and
church.

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In this same section there was a school friend who had gone to New York as
salesman for the Appleton Publishing Company, while there joined the 79th Highlanders
of New York and became 2nd Lieutenant. A few years later he returned to
West Galway, NY and settled on a farm that had a mill on it just above the Oil
Mill and Tannery of George Donnan, where he tanned leather for gloves that were
made by his brother in the same mill.

Old friendships were actively renewed between Margarette and Robert Calderwood,
born June 25, 1831 at West Galway, NY, and they were married January 16, 1867 and
went to housekeeping in one of the houses on the farm, entered into the activities
of the community. They were Republicans and Robert served as Justice of the Peace
and Trustee in the Presbyterian Church at West Galway of which they were members.

The care of the eight children fell mostly on Margarette and she was equal to
the task of training them mentally, morally and spiritually. Robert was called
first on August 30, 1900 and burial was at West Galway, NY. Margarette remained
on the farm for some years, then retaining one of the houses, moved to Johnstown
where two of the daughters were and they kept house together, one daughter was a
nurse and the other a secretary so this made it pleasant for all three of them.
On March 5, 1922 Margarette was called to her reward and burial was in the family
plot at West Galway, NY. A noble Christian mother, neighbor and friend, having
kept the faith, was ready to meet her Saviour.

HELEN ERNESTINE CALDERWOOD, West Galway, NY

Not married. Helen, first child of Margarette, born July 8, 1869 at West Galway,
NY, resembled her mother, quick to learn in school at home and in High School,
continued her studies at the New York Infirmary, New York, graduating in 1897 as a
Registered Nurse, returned to Johnstown, NY where she took up her work. She was
of a kind disposition, loved her work which meant much in the sick room and she
was kept busy during her lifetime. She was a member of the United Presbyterian
Church and active so far as her vocation would permit, sometimes going beyond her
strength. In 1932 her health was not good and during the fall and winter was not
able to cope with the difficulty and in March the Doctor suggested an ocean trip
to South America and her sister Jeannette went along with her. While she enjoyed the
voyage did not gain and when they reached Santa Marta, Columbia, South America the
ship Doctor advised her to get off there; they did and went to a hospital where
she grew worse and died April 7, 1933. Her body was brought back on the first ship
coming to North America which landed at Boston, Mass. where Judge Calderwood met
them, returning to Johnstown where her many friends paid their last tribute. Burial
was in the family plot at West Galway, NY. A noble Christian woman laid at
rest.

JANE ELIZABETH CALDERWOOD, West Galway, NY

Not mrried. Jane, second child of Margarette, born October 1, 1871 at West
Galway, bright and healthy, characteristics of both parents, good student, alert;
full of fun, thus popular at home and in school, just in the teen age, when
someone came to school with the measles and peppered all the rest. Jane had them
severely, and finally pneumonia developed and she died May 25, 1885, full of faith
and trust as the spirit was taken from this life to the larger one.

MARRIAGE: MARGARETTE ANN CALDERWOOD, West Galway, NY
TO: Prof. George I. Adams, Westboro, Mass.,

They have two children: Charles C. and Margarette Louise.

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Margarette, third child of Margarette. born November 28, 1873 at West Galway
a strong child resembling her mother, took to school at home then Johnstown High
and Cortland Normal, Cortland, NY, graduating from the Teachers Training Class,
accepted a position in the Gloversville schools, teaching 4th grade. later she
went to the Canajoharie schools for a few years, then accepted a position in the
Ossining Schools, Ossining, NY where she met Prof. George Adams of Westboro, Mass.
who was teaching in Ossining; they become engaged and were married August 25, 1910
at the home of the bride. George had accepted a position in the Harrisburg Academy
Harrisburg, Pa., so they settled there. Both being teachers, they had many things
in common and their home is a delightful place to be. Their two children were
educated where they were living at the time.

CHARLES C. ADAMS, Harrisburg, Pa.

First child born to them, April 7, 1912 at Harrisburg, PA, educated there and
at Boylston, Mass., where they moved, then entered Yale University, New Haven, Ct.
graduating with an A.B. degree, having majored in Accounting accepted a position
in Boston, Mass.

MARGARETTE LOUISE ADAMS, second child, born July 28, 1913 at Harrisburg, Pa.,
a blonde with blue eyes, took to school and after graduating from North High at
Worcester, Mass, entered Boston University, graduating with the class of 1934
with an A. B. degree, looking forward to teaching, is musical, loved the languages
and we predict success in teaching them.

As a family they are doing all they can to promote the best thought at home,
in the schools, church and community.

JEANNETTE McQUEEN CALDERWOOD, West Galway, NY

Not married. Jeannette, fourth child of Margarette, born December 12, 1875;
a duplicate of her mother, tall, dark complexion, blue eyes full of determination,
moved along rapidly in school, then went to Albany Business College from which
she graduated, having majored in secretarial work. She accepted a position in New
York remaining five years when she was given a position with the Charles B. Knox
Gelatine Company; Johnstown, NY and lived with her mother and sister. She took
her letter to the United Presbyterian Church and is active in the work, is treasurer
of the Albany Presbyterial Society, active in the Sunday School, always ready
to do more than her share. Since the death of her mother and sister, she is making
her home with her brother, Judge Calderwood at 111 S. Market St., Johnstown.
In 1933 she was retired from the Knox Company with a pension, so has more time for
welfare work in the community.

MARRIAGE: GEORGE DONNAN CALDERWOOD, West Galway, NY
TO: Margarette Doyle, West Virginia

They had no children.

George, fifth child of Margarette born October 24, 1877 at
West Galway, NY and named for his grandfather George Donnan. Educated in the
district school and took to farming. After he was of age went to North Dakota and
bought a section just south of Devil's Lake where they could see same. Just why it
was called this I cannot say unless it was due to the bitter salt water as it has
no outlet. This is in the wheat section of the state and machinery was available
later simplifying the work and he bought some more land making 240 acres in all.
For some years he batched it, then one of Ireland's witty girls appeared on the
scene and this was too much for the Scotchman and in 1910 they were married,
continuing on the farm.

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They experienced difficulties common to that section of the state, sometimes
without a crop and when it was the principal source of income, made it hard to carry
on, but they were persevering and hopeful. In 1916 George had his appendix
removed, peritonitis set in and on February 19, 1916 he was gone. Interment was
there. This left Margarette alone as George had been, and she continued for some
years, then remarried and moved to Libby, Montana.

AGNES CALDERWOOD, West Galway, NY

Sixth child of Margarette born October 4, 1879 at West Galway, NY but was
not long for this world, for death came the next day. Believing in the promise
that Jesus made while here on earth "Suffer little children to come unto me, and
forbid them not, for of such is the kingdom of God", they laid her body in the
grave to wait His coming.

MARRIAGE: THOMAS CUTHELL CALDERWOOD, West Galway, li.Y.
TO: Ora Mita Potter, Gloversville, NY

They have one child: Mary Corinthia.

Thomas, seventh child of Margarette, born October 13, 1881 at West Galway,
NY strong and healthy, resembling both parents, heavy dark hair, blue eyes, grew
to be tall with square shoulders and a square mind. Educated in district school,
Amsterdam High, then entered Judge Kecks law office, Johnstown, NY and read law
for sometime, then entered the Union College Law School at Albany, NY. After his
graduation from there he was admitted to the Bar and returned to Judge Keck's office
He was clerk of the Surrogate Court for three terms, active in the Masonic Lodge,
member of the United Presbyterian Church and serving as a Trustee was elected as
County Judge, serving well in all of the foregoing places. He is somewhat of a
"doubting Thomas", till all facts are presented, then is ready to give a just
decision in keeping with the law. On January 21, 1914 he married Ora Mita Potter
of Gloversville, NY and they lived there for one and a half years, then moved to
111 South Market Street, Johnstown, NY Their one child MARY CORINTHIA CALDERWOOD
born May 7, 1918 at Johnstown, NY, blonde, with blue eyes, loves her school work
and is just graduating from High School with good standing. She is musical, of a
social nature, holds her friends of whom there are many. They all enjoy outdoor
life at home and at their camp.

DAVID ANDERSON CALDERWOOD, West Galway, NY,

Not married. David, eighth child of Margarette, born October 24, 1882 at
West Galway, NY educated in the home school and Gloversville Business College
and accepted a position with the National Biscuit Co. They stationed him at
Glens Falls, NY where he remained some years, then got the western fever and went
to North Dakota with his brother Don, staying till 1929 when he returned east and
accepted a position as Manager of an estate on the east side of the Hudson River
at Millbrook, NY just east of Hyde Park. He enjoys his work and as yet is not
married, but no telling what might happen; he is of medium height, square shouldered,
blue eyes, weighing about 180 lbs and can do his bit on the farm in the good
old sunshine.

MARRIAGE: MARY JANE DONNAN, West Galway, NY
TO: John Logan, West Galway, NY

They had one son: William.

Mary, fifth child of Jeannette, born December 1, 1843 at West Galway, NY
resembled her father, blue eyes, tall with heavy brown hair.

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Entering school at an early age, showed ability in studies as well as music
that soon made her popular in society and church work where she acted as Presenter
for many years. In this same community was another Scotch family who came from
Lochmaben, Dumfriesshire, Scotland, July 28, 1831 by the name of William Logan, he
was a stone cutter by trade and in addition to farming did much along that line,

They have the family data from James Logan, 1615 on down to the present a
most interesting genealogy of a thrifty family, well worthy of being proud of.
There was one son born to William and they named him John Logan after one of his
great grand parents, born June 23, 1835 at West Galway, NY, a fine looking child
good student, also musical and was educated in the same school as Mary Jane Donnan
was and they fell in love and were married January 24, 1866 and went to housekeeping
on a farm just north of West Galway, to the left hand as you cross Chuctanunda
Creek, outlet of the Galway Reservoir; just in front of the house is the first dam
on said creek, furnishing power for a grist mill as well as fishing for the boys.

This same year, 1866, a petition was presented to the Presbytery of Albany,
NY for the organization of a United Presbyterian congregation at West Galway;
the following year permission was granted and the church was completed in 1868
and they had 23 charter members. They called their first pastor, Rev. David Anderson;
and he was installed April 4, 1871 and was released October 1875. Because of
removals and dissension, the church was not sustained and the property diverted to
the one holding the mortgage; later the Presbyterian Church took up the work there
and the pastor from Galway would come over to West Galway to preach.

John was an officer in the church and both took an active part in community
affairs; for many years he was Assessor and after his death February 8, 1889 his
son William was elected to take his place. Theirs was a pleasant home to visit;
with the organ many found it profitable to be with them for an evening, for music
hath its charm.

They educated their son in the district school as well as the second child
of her brother William, Jannette, born March 10, 1881 whose mother died shortly
after her birth. As stated John was taken first and laid to rest in the fmilly
plot West Galway Cemetery, just across the creek on the hill and can be seen from
the home. Will continued home with his mother working the farm. On December 30,
1925 she was called to that eternal home and her body laid beside her husband.
They had lived and died in the home where they went to keeping house, so were well
knovin in the comunty.

MARRIAGE: WILLIAM LOGAN, West Galway, NY
TO: Anna Devenpack, Florida, Montgomery Co., NY

Their three children are: Earl J., Raymond D. and Harold M.

NEXT TO: Hannah Sharp, Amsterdam, NY

There were no children to this union.

William, only child of Mary, born February 20, 1869 at West Galway, NY resembling
his father, educated in the village school, took to farming. On November
5, 1891 he married Anna Devenpeck, born in 1872 and educated in the district

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school at Florida, Montgomery County, NY. They continued on the farm, Will's
mother making her home with them. He was elected Assessor in his father's place
active in the church and is clerk of the Board. They educated their three boys
in the home school that still continues to be a good one. Church, school, store
and post office made it a center for community affairs.

In 1912 Anna was taken sick and died that year, burial was in the Logan Plot,
West Galway Cemetery. Will's mother took charge of the house till November 17,
1926 when he married Hannah Sharp, a widow in Amsterdam, NY. She was a member of
the Episcopal Church but entered into the work of Will's church at West Galway; she
is a lover of outdoor life.

MARRIAGE: EARL J. LOGAN, West Galway, NY
TO: Mary Sandusky, Troy, NY

They had one child: Mary Rita.

NEXT TO: Phylis Elington, Amsterdam, NY

They had one child: Arlene

NEXT TO: Eleanor Benker, Amsterdam, NY

They had no children.

Earl, first child of Anna born February 23, 1892 at West Galway, educated in
home school and soon went out for himself, working at various things, of a mechanical
turn of mind is now in one of the Amsterdam Garages. On June 17, 1914 he married
Mary Sandusky of Troy, NY the tie being made by Rev. Father Franklin. They
went to housekeeping in Amsterdam. There was one child born to this union, MARY
RITA LOGAN, August 25, 1917 who they educated in grade and high school in Amsterdam
In 1920 the call came to Mary and Earl was left with his daughter.

In 1922 he marriad Philys Ellington, of Amsterdam, NY. There was one child
born to this union, ARLENE LOGAN, born January 28, 1924 educated in the grade
schools and now attending Grahams School on the Hudson. In 1926 thev were divorced.

On June 30, 1928 Earl married Eleanor Benker of Amsterdam, NY and continued
to live there. There were no children to this union. In the latter part of 1933
Eleanor was not well and died New Years Day 1934, just in the prime of life. They
were living on Leonard Street, Amsterdam, NY.

MARRIAGE: RAYMOND D. LOGAN, West Galway, NY
TO: Alma Foster, Spartanburg, SC.

They had no children.

Raymond, second child of Anna, born June 12, 1895 at West
Galway, NY resembling both parents, entered school in the village but did not
take up any trade. When the World War came he enlisted and was stationed in the
south where he met his fate, not by the gun, but by a pleasant southern lady. The
boys in their military suits with a smile, a twinkle in their eye, won many ladies
to their side. On November 17, 1917 Alma Foster of Spartanburg, S.C. was married
to Raymiond D. Logan at the Church of Advent there. Alma was born August 10, 1893
educated in the schools at Spartanburg. At the close of the war they went to Ohio

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where he is with the Goodyear Rubber Company at Akron. We wish them the best of
success in that manufacturing town.

MARRIAGE: HAROLD M. LOGAN, West Galway, NY
TO: Anna Gokas, Amsterdam, NY

There was one child by this union: Mildred.

NEXT TO: Geneve Siarkowsky, Amsterdam, NY

They had no children.

Harold, third child of Anna, born February 14, 1897 at West Galway, where he
was educated in the village school and soon started out for himself in one of the
mills at Amstardam, NY. Among other friends there was one he fell in love with and
on being assured that it was mutual in 1918 Harold M. Logan and Anna Gokas were
married by Dr. Baldwin of the 2nd Presbyterian Church, Amsterdam, NY. There was
one child born to them, MILDRED LOGAN in 1920. Sometime later this marriage was
annulled, she taking the child and they are now living in Gloversville, NY.

In October 1928 Harold married Geneve Siarkowsky of Amsterdam, and continued
to live there, he being employed in the mills. There were no children born to this
union. In the summer of 1929 Harold was not feeling good and died on June 30th.
Interment in the Logan Plot at West Galway, NY.

MARRIAGE: WILLIAM C. DONNAN, West Galway, NY
TO: Jennie Campbell, Caledonia, NY

There were two children: Daniel and Janette.

NEXT TO: Nellis McWorthy, Pavilion, NY

They had one child: (infant)

William, one of the younger children of Jeannette, born May 17, 1851 at West
Galway, NY a good natured child and being the only boy that lived to be of age
was cherished very much; it was he who received the lunches at midnight by that
more than kind mother. Educated in the home school, remained with his father for
some time but did not take to the business very much. When visiting in the western
part of the state he met a young lady from Caledonia, NY and due to the friendship
that arose, his stay was prolonged somewhat and it was said when he left an
understanding had been reached. They were married in 1878 at the brides home
and came back east on their wedding trip to go to housekeeping at West Galway,
DANIEL DONNAN born in 1879 was not well, and after his mothers death in 1881 it
seemed best to place him in an institution for care. He was not able to overcome
his difficulty, however and in 1901 he died. Interment in the family plot at
West Galway. His mother, who had died in March after the birth of her second
child March 10, 1881 leaving Will with two childron, I understand was buried at
Caledonia, NY.

On March 5, 1884 William married as his second wife Nellie McWorthy of
Pavalion, NY and they came east to live in the home. There was one infant born to
this union and buried in the family plot.

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After the death of his first wife, his sister Mary J. Logan took Janette and
cared for her, sending her to school and treated her as her own. They had a son
so it was pleasant for all; she remained till grown up and still thinks of that as
home.

Sickness again came in the home this time for Nellie, and she passed away,
burial being in her home family plot near Pavilion, NY. This was another blow
for Will and sometime later he sold out and went to Rochester, NY going in the
trucking business there. In the spring of 1907 while on a trip was struck by
another car, injuring him so badly that he died June 5, 1907. His body was brought
to West Galway for burial.

MARRIAGE: JANETTE ANN DONNAN, West Galway, NY
TO: R. C. Shumway, Pavilion, NY

There were no children.

Janette Ann Donnan, second child of Jennie, born March 10,
1881 at West Galway, NY her mother died that month, was taken by her aunt Mary
Logan, where she lived till grown up, went to school at West Galway and was as one
of the family, although not adopted. She was a good student and took advantage of
every opportunity given her, the Logans were musical, active in civic and church
work in all of which Janette took her part. Her father being in Rochester, she went
out in that part of the state when grown up and when at her mother's and stepmother's
homes met one who fell in love with her and on November 22, 1922 she married
R.C. Shumway of Pavilion, NY an electrician and has a Hardware and Electrioal
store there. He is of French descent and a fine fellow; they have a pleasant
home and are very happy in it.

MARRIAGE: DAVID DONNAN, Galway, NY
TO: Jane Milroy, Wigtownshire, Scotland

There were two children: Mary E. and John A.

David, ninth child of Jeannette, born December 3, 1809 at Galway, NY educated
in their district school till he was grown up. His two older brothers in western
New York were doing well on farms and that was what he wanted to do so in 1830
when he was 21 he packed his trunk and went out there. At Galway, Wigtownshire,
Sootland there was a family by the name of Milroy; they decided to come to U. S. A.
in 1818 and they settled in Livingston County. They had a daughter, Jane, born in
Scotland, February 16, 1816 so was 14 when David first met her. As the years followed
they became friends and were married in 1814 and settled on a farm near
Liecester, Livingston County, NY. This was near his brother Andrew's farm and
only a few miles from John's. Here they all proved themselves worthy of the name
Donnan. The two children were added pleasure to the home that overlooked the
Genesee Valley and were soon sent to school, where they did their part in the
stunts to be performed. Jane, rather early in life was taken sick and it proved
fatal June 13, 1857 at the age of 41. Interment was in Pleasant Valley Cemetery,
York, NY. The children were a great help and comfort to their father. Some
years later they moved to a farm near Cuylerville, NY and David took his letter
from the Covenanter Church at York, NY where he had been an Elder for years, to
the Cuylerville Church where he was elected an Elder, serving till his death. He
was a tall man, of good health, temperate in his habits and loved country life.
On February 16, 1890 his call came at the age of 81. Interment was at Pleasant
Valley Cemetery, York, NY.

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MARRIAGE: MARY E. DONNAN, Liecester, NY
TO: Alexander McPherson

There were no children to this union.

Mary, first child of Jane, born June
6, 1845 at Greigsville, NY kept things moving around her and was soon in school
where she did good work, then went to Ingham Academy, LeRoy, NY. Her father owned
farms at different places but I think all were in Livingston County. Alexanders
wife had died, leaving three children. He and Mary became friends, in fact firm
friends and were married March 24, 1880 and she went to live with him near where
the Beulah United Presbyterian Church is, she being a member of the Cuylerville
United Presbyterian Church, took her letter to the other church where she became
active. We can truly say that she was an educated Christian lady. When a stepdaughter
will say this about her, it is commendable to both of them. This girl was
an infant when Mary came to the home and she now states that she could not remember
one unpleasant incident between Mary and her stepchildren. A cousin states
that he was fully grown up before he knew that she was not their own mother. Isn't
that a home for us to pattern after, or at least strive toward? After the death
of her husband about 1900 she lived in Buffalo with two of her stepchildren and
was still at one of the unmarried ones at the time of her death October 2, 1916.
Interment was in the Rural Scotch Cemetery, Mumford, NY. We give Mr. McPherson
some of the credit in this delightful Christian home.

MARRIAGE: JOHN A. DONNAN, Greigsville, NY
TO: Agnes E. Shannon, Covington, NY

There were 4 children: Marion L., Edith Grace, Infant and David DeWight

John, second child of Jane, born April 2, 1849 at York, NY educated in district
school and Temple Hill Academy, then farmed at home; he was familiarly known
as "Long John" to distinguish him from others of the same name; then too, this was
quite applicable for he was over 6 feet tall, fine physique and loved outdoor life.
He married Agnes E. Shannon of Covington, NY born September 22, 1854, educated
in district school and Genesee Normal. They were members of the United Presbyterian
Church, Cuylerville, NY active in the work; he was chosen an Elder, serving for
life is the rule of that denomination. He was elected Supervisor of the Lester
Township, Livingston County, NY; familiar with its needs, served the people well.
A busy home, educating their children well along lines desired by them. Later he
sold the farm and moved to Liecester, NY a pleasant home, facing the park where
Agnes is still living. John having departed July 27, 1924 and was buried in the
family plot, York, NY.

MARION I. DONNAN, Greigsville, NY

Marion, first child of Agnes, born January 26, 1877 was just about ready for
school at the age of 6 when taken sick and died March 30, 1883, sorrow for their
first born was great. However, sustained by Him who alone can comfort at such tine
carried on. Interment was in the York Cemetery, which is well kept.

INFANT, second child of Agnes, born January 2, 1885 brought joy and sorrow
migled together when the body was laid beside its sister. "Suffer little children
to come unto me".

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MARRIAGE: EDITH GRACE DONNAN, Greigsville, NY
TO: Jerry B. Dodge, Leicester, NY

There were 4 children: James L., Katherine Agnes, Richard Donnan and Harry Blakeslee.

Edith, second child of Agnes, born August 5, 1881, healthy, active and soon
went to school fitting herself for Genesee Normal, taking College and Musical
courses; she enjoyed both, music filling a large place in their home life. On
April 26, 1905 she married Jerry B. Dodge who lived on the old homestead a few miles
north of Leicester. He was educated in home school and Mt. Morris High, decided to
take up farming and has been successful. The buildings are near the railroad and
a short time ago the barn caught fire, supposedly from an engine, leaving only the
tile silo which was unharmed. They have another farm near by, so moved their stock
there. They are members of the Central Prebyterian Church at Lester, NY he being
one of the Trustees. You feel at home when you enter the threshold, for things
are going there and outside. It is a pleasure for them to educate their children
so they may fill a larger place in life. Republicans they take advantage of every
opportunity to vote.

MARRIAGE: JAMES L. DODGE, Leicester, NY
TO: Magdalene Spittle, Calidonia, NY

They have two children: James L. Jr., and Harriet I.

James, first child of Edith, born February 14, 1906 had full control of his
lungs, especially at night, and soon grew to be a typical farm boy, enjoying his
school work. He went to Dean Academy, Franklin, Mass., then returned to the farm. He
chose as his companion, Magdalene Spittle of Calidonia, NY, educated in district
school and School of Commerce, Rochester, NY. They settled on a farm near his
home and put into practice knowledge they had obtained at home and in school,
hoping to bring up their children likewise.

JAMES L, DODGE, JR. born December 10, 1933 and HARRIET I. DODGE, born
December 12, 1935, both healthy children and keeping their mother busy.

MARRIAGE: KATHERINE AGNES DODGE, Leicester, NY
TO: James A. Driscoll, Bayonne, NJ.

They have five children: James and Katherine (Twins), Ann, Edith Francis and Herald John.

Katherine, second child of Edith, born March 6, 1907 kept her brother busy.
Educated in District school, High and Russell Sage College. Troy, NY majoring
in domestic science, stood well in her studies, gained the confidence of her
instructors and obtained a position as Dietetic at Yonkers General Hospital, Yonkers
NY. She met James A. Driscoll of Bayonne, NJ. born September 9, 1899, he graduating
from Bayonne High School, accepted a position as secretary for the Texas Oil

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Company there. Their meeting was so often they decided to get married, February
5, 1929 and started keeping house in Bayonne, NJ. With all of his other duties, he
decided to be a lawyer so, is attending night school. We had the pleasure of meeting
the family at her parents home, Leicester, NY and they are a lively bunch.

JAMES & KATHERINE DRISCOLL, twins, born October 22, 1931; ANN DRISCOLL, born June 23,
1933; EDITH FRANCIS DRISCOLL, born July 14, 1934 and HAROLD JOHN DRISCOLL,
born November 2, 1935

This family are Democrats, although they do not agree with everything done by
them, any more than we Republicans agree with everything done within our circle.
They belong to the Presbyterian Church and what an addition will be brought to the
Sunday School.

RICHARD DONNAN DODGE, Leicester, NY

Richard, third child of Edith, born June 10, 1915 educated in grade and high
school is now at Cornell University, taking the Agricultural course, majoring in
Dairy and looks forward to graduation in 1937. He is musical and enjoys a good
time. I am sure he will cast his first vote in the Republican column.

HARRY BLAKESLEE DODGE, Leicester, NY

Harry, fourth child of Edith, born August 12, 1919, educated in home school
and Greigsville High, is considering his future vocation, whatever it may be,
know he will make good for he is a genuine boy, fond of sports.

MARRIAGE: DAVID DEWIGHT DONNAN, Greigsville, NY
TO: Emily Whitmore, Jersey City, NJ.

They have three children: David Dewight Jr., John Whitmore and Robert Clay.

David, fourth child of Agnes, born October 4, 1887, dark complexion with
family characteristics, educated in home schools, Genesee Normal and Ann Arbor,
Mich. He met and wooed Emily Whitmore of Jersey City, NJ. born February 19, 1890,
educated in grade and high schools, then Dean Academy, majoring in Art. They were
married March 3, 1913 and settled on a farm near Greigsville, NY. Later he was
distributing agent for the Sun Oil Co. Newark, NY. They are Presbyterians, belong
to the Masons, she an Eastern Star, Republicans, improving every chance to
vote, a musical family enjoying their home life, educating their three boys toward
vocations desired.

DAVID DEWIGHT DONNAN, Greigsville, NY

David, first child of Emily, born February 18, 1914 educated in grade and
Spencerport High, Spencerport, NY. He is dark complexion, 6'6" tall, square
shoulders like his grandfather. He is hoping to take up medicine and during vacation
(1936) was working at the new State Tubercular Hospital, Mt Morris, NY.
with a capacity of 250 on a 150 acre farm.

JOHN WHITMORE DONNAN, Greigsvlle, NY

John, second child of Emily, born December 7, 1917, educated in district
school and Leicester High, lookIng forward to a business college course. A fine
chap 6' 2-1/2" tall, dark complexion, an athlete.

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ROBERT CLAY DONNAN, Greigsville, NY

Robert, third child of Emily, born December 19, 1928 is in grade school and
it remains to be seen how tall he will be. With blue eyes and dark complexion,
looks like his father. They have a dog that is his constant companion and I am
sure he would pull Robert into shore should he need it any time.

MARRIAGE: ELIZABETH DONNAN, Galway, NY
TO: George Speir, West Milton, NY

There were two children: Jeannette and Sarah.

NEXT TO: Lauren Thorpe, West Galway, NY

There were three children to this union: Adelia Freeman, Anna and Elizabeth.

Elizabeth, tenth and youngest child of Jeannette, born April 3, 1812 at Galway,
NY; an older sister and brother had died, so she was the only girl with
seven older brothers to help bring her up in the way she shouldn't go. Of sandy
complexion, brown hair, plenty of Scotch grit and determination, she entered the
home school at an early age continuing till she was grown up, when she entered
into social life and met her fate. About 1836 Elizabeth Donnan and George Speir
were married at the bride's home, and best wishes were showered on them as they
left for their new home in West Milton, NY where Mr. Speir worked at the carpenter
trade. This was a center of Speirs, many being buried in the cemetery just
west of the church. The two girls born to this union were being educated in the
schools there when Mr. Speir was taken sick and died in 1840; burial at West Milton
Cemetery, NY. This left Elizabeth to carry on.

Later Mrs. Speir married Lauren Thorpe of West Galway. He was born in 1840, a carpenter
and contractor and they went to housekeeping there. There were three daughters,
born to this union and educated in the school at West Galway and they all
entered into the activities of church and community. It was in the year 1879 that
Lauren was taken sick and he was called that year. Interment was at the West Galway
Cemetery. This left Elizabeth once more with the entire care of the family, even
if some of them were grown up, and in spite of this fact she lived to four score
being called July 8, 1892 and her body was laid at rest in the West Galway Cemetery.

ANNA M. THORPE, second child of the last marriage educated in the home school,
active in the community but never married, she was born in 1850 and lived at home
filling a large place. She died in 1893 and was buried in the family plot at West
Galway, NY.

MARRIAGE: JEANNETTE SPEIR, West Milton, NY
TO: William J. McQueen, Perth Center, NY

There were two children: Archabald A. and George

Jeannette, first child of Elizabeth was born June 1837 at Milton, NY educated
in the schools there, then attended a private school. She had sandy hair, brown

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eyes and was bright and full of fun, a pleasant home to go to. Among her social
friends she met a Scotch lad, and if she didn't fall for him, and in 1855 Jeannette
Speir and William McQueen of Perth Center, NY were married and went to keeping
house on a farm just off the Amsterdam road, on a small stream and had a cider mill
also. William was born in 1835, same community. They were members of the United
Presbyterian Church at Perth Center, Republicans and active in community affairs.

There were two children born to them and attended the district school through
the teen age, taking to the farm and mill. ARCHABALD McQUEEN born February 22,
1868, never married and was called at the early age of 45, March 19, 1913, interment
being in the family plot at Perth Center Cemetery, which is well kept. William
died December 15, 1902 and Jeannette March 28, 1919. Interment at Perth Center, NY.

MARRIAGE: GEORGE McQUEEN, Perth Center, NY
TO: May Hall, Fonda, NY

There were two children: Harold and Francis.

George, second child of Jeannette was born May 3, 1870 in the Town of Perth,
educated in home school and Albany Business College was prepared for home duties
on the farm as well as the business side of it. On December 16, 1896 he married
May Hall, daughter of Herbert Hall, Fonda, NY and bought a farm one mile south
of Perth Center on the Amsterdam road, educating their children and were active
in civic and religious affairs.

FRANCIS McQUEEN, their second child born October 5, 1901 resembling her
mother, was an active interesting child, fond of books, improved her time in the
home school, then entered the Johnstown Training Class, Johnstown, NY graduating
as a teacher, accepted a position in the Amsterdam, NY schools where she was
known as an efficient teacher. Having just started at this most worthy vocation
was taken sick and on April 19, 1929, her call came. She was a member of Trinity
Reformed Church, Amsterdam, NY, interested in the welfare of others, became
popular among her associates. Interment was in the family plot at Perth Center NY.
Chair vacant, but soul living on. One of the oldest residents of Perth, Mrs.
Hugh Major died in March, 1934 and her son asked George to come and live there
and work the farm, which they are doing, together with their own. Their address
is the same, Amsterdam, NY RD 4.

MARRIAGE: HAROLD McQUEEN, Perth Center, NY
TO: Madge Sharpe, Near London, England

They have two children: Donald and Robert.

Harold, first child of May was born June 18, 1899, educated in the home school.
Broadalbin and Amsterdam High schools, then entered Union College, graduating in
1922 as a Civil Engineer, went with the Shell Oil Company and was stationed at
Long Beach, Cal. On August 5, 1925 he married Madge Sharpe, daughter of Mr. and
Mrs. Sharpe, who live near London, England, and they settled at Long Beach. Madge
was well educated, so their home life is plesant, having the two children who add
to the joys of living.

DONALD McQUEEN, born December 22, 1927 and ROBERT McQUEEN, November 5, 1929,
who are being educated at fine schools of that noted place.


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Madge was educated in a Convent, in Ireland and belonged to the Episcopal
Church so they are members ot that church and active in the work. They are
Republicians, but like many others sometimes vote for the one who seems best fitted
for the office.  Donald had an operation on his eye, from which complications arose
and he was called August 29, 1934, not quite 7 years old and deep sorrow filled
their hearts when they laid his body in the cemetery at Long Beach, California.
Their present address is 4249 Pine Ave., Long Beach, Cal. (1934).

MARRAIGE: SARAH SPEIR, West Milton, NY
TO: Rev. Joseph L. Clark, Perth Center, NY.

There were two children born to them: Leal S. and Madge.

Sarah, second child of Elizabeth, was born at West Milton, NY. educated in
the schools where the family was living at the time, a bright student ready for
all the activities of the community. In February 1858, the Broadalbin (now Perth)
Church called Rev. Joseph L. Clark, who was then a licentiate, under the arc of
the Associate Reformed Presbytery of Saratoga, NY.  He accepted the call and on
May 10, 1858 was installed pastor of the congregation.  It was about this time
that the union of the Associate and the Associate Reformed churches took place,
forming the United Presbyterian Church, this union was consumated at Pittsburg in
the year 1858 and the congregation was then called United Presbyterian Church of
Broadalbin, NY. for the first time in the records of the church, January 17, 1860.

Whether Sarah attended this church or not the Rev. met her at times and told
her, "It is not good for man to be alone", and she agreed with him and on December
20, 1865 they were married; this brought added strength to his work in the congregation.
They not only trained their children in the best way of living, but
educated them for the largest service in life.

In addition to this field, Rev. Clark was at Indianapolis, Ind., New Wilmington,
Pa., Titusville, Pa.,  Adamsville, Pa., last, and while there died December
19, 1895 and was buried in the Rocky Glen Cemetery there.  April 20, 1916 Sarah
was called and buried there also.

MARRIAGE: LEAL S. CLARK, Perth Center, NY
TO:  Isabelle Harper, Xenia, Ohio

There were four children: Helen Harper, Richard Leal, Ruth Isabelle and William Harper.

Leal, first child of Sarah, was born October 22, 1874 at Perth Center, NY.
educated in the schools wherever his father was preaching, then graduated from
Allegheny Seminary, Pittsburg, Pa. and Xenia Theological Seminary, Xenia, 0H. in
1897, having been licensed in 1896.   His charges were at Southfield, MI,
Eastbrook, PA, New Bedford, PA and now at York, NY. where he is doing a noble work
in the United Presbyterian Church. A few years ago the church burned and they wanted
to combine with the Covenanter congregation, but they would not consent, so the
U.P.C. rebuilt a modern brick church and one of the Donnan officers told me it
was all paid for, a credit to any congregation, and now (1934) when we called, the
Covenanters are worshipping with them, a credit to them also.

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On June 15, 1899 Rev. married Isabe11e Harper of Xenia, Ohio where she was
born June 15, 1877, educated in schools there and West Minster College, North
Wilmington, Pa.  Her pleasing personality, fine christian character and true sense of
humor brings added strength to their work.  They have and are educating their children
as they desire.  The parsonage there is very pleasant with a large lot for
garden and flowers; all enjoy the sunshine and surrounding beauties.

HELEN HARPER CLARK, first child of Isabel1e, was born March 20, 1900 at Southfield,
Mich. educated in schools where they resided and was a senior at New Castle
Pa. High when she was taken sick and died January 31, 1918. Interment was at New
Castle.  She was a good student, gifted with literary and musical talents, ready
to take her part and do it well, thus gaining the love of faculty and student body.

RUTH ISABELLE CLARK, third child of Isabelle was born January 12, 1915 at
Eastbrook, Pa. resembling her mother, bright, progressive, making her grades in the
different schools and is now (1934) a junior at West Minster College, North
Wilmington, PA, majoring in French and History.

WILLIAM HARPER CLARK, youngest child was born April 26, 1918 at Eastbrook, PA,
attended grade school and is now (1934) a Junior in High school at Greigsville, NY,
studious, musical and plays the slide trombone in the orchestra. Not quite sure of
his chosen vocation, but is on his way. We met him at home and hope sometime to
meet the others and I can refute the saying that "ministers' children are spoiled."

MARRIAGE: RICHARD LEAL CLARK, Southfield, Mich.
TO: Dorothy Jane Whittaker, New Castle, PA

Richard, second child of Isabelle, was born June 23, 1933 at Southfield, Mich.
educated in local schools then entered West Minster College, North Wilmington, Pa.
graduating in 1925 with a D.Sc. degree and is now employed at Eastman Kodak Co.,
Rochester, NY with the Cinema Staff. He married Dorathy Jane Whittaker of New
Castle, Pa. She was a graduate of Paul Brown School of Music, New Castle, Pa. so
with all of the hard work in the Clark families, music has its place, do not have
to depend upon the radio in spite of the good things we have over them, there is
nothing like hearing and seeing the individual at the piano.  Rochester is a beautiful
city and the Clarks are entering into its activities, socially, fraternally
politically and religiously.

MARRIAGE: MADGE CLARK, Perth Center, NY
TO: Rev. W. A. Chambers, Ellwood City, PA

They had one child: Died at 3 months.

Madge, second child of Sarah, was born at Perth Center, NY September 29,
1871 a strong, healthy child features of her father and took to school where she
attended wherever they lived on up through high, entered Grove City College, Grove
City, PA and graduated in the class of 1879 at the age of 17, finishing both literary
and musical courses. For several years following she continued her musical
study and taught in the public schools. She married Rev. W. A. Chambers of
Ellwood City, PA October 30, 1894 and while he was pastor at that city where they
went to housekeeping.  Her education, tact and wise council meant much in the
different churches; this, along with her musical ability made her a co-worker with
her husband. Rev. Chambers resigned at Ellwood City and accepted a call at Oakdale,
IL. Here, too, the work was mutual in the christian service and bore fruitage to
an abundant harvest.

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On October 14, 1895 a daughter was born to them, but the mother did not
recover, being called to her heavenly home.  The child lived about three months and
it was taken. Burial was in the family plot at Adamsville, PA.

MARRIAGE: ADELIA FREEMAN THORPE, West Galway, NY
TO: Albert Clark Weir, Gloversville, NY

There one child was: Janet.

Delia, first child by Elizabeth's second marriage was born April 29, 1857
at West GaIway, NY educated in the home school then graduated from the Albany
State Normal, Albany, NY,  She was a genial person and it was always a pleasure
to have her visit in our home, she not only made friends, but held them as such.
Teaching for a time, then on December 16, 1879 was married to Albert Clark Weir,
born Oct 19, 1853, son of William Weir and Mary Green, Coila, Washington County,
NY. They went to keeping house in Gloversville, where he was employed in one of the
glove mills and later entered into the produce business. They lived there when he
died.   Delia entered in church activities and soon had a host of friends in the
community. The joys of their home were enhanced by the birth of a daughter, sandy
complexion, resembling the Donnan side of the house and grew to be a good student.
Mr. Weir died January 12, 1911 and was buried in the Cambridge, Washington County,
Cemetery.  This left Delia alone and she went to live with her daughter at Cincinnatus,
NY where she died October 6, 1925. Interment was at Cambridge, Washington
County Cemetery.

MARRIAGE: JEANETTE WEIR, Gloversville, NY
TO: Clesson Parker Dietrich, Wallakuna, NY

They have three children: Enza Adelia, John Weir and Francis Marion.

Jeannette, only child of Delia, was born January 2, 1887 at Gloversville, NY,
educated in grade and high school there, then St. Agnes School, Albany, NY and
Albany State Normal, majoring in History.  This fitted her for successful teaching
at different places where she met her fate and on July 5, 1910 Jeannette Weir and
Clesson Parker Dietrich, of Wallakuna, NY were married and went to housekeeping
there. Clesson was a barber, also carried sporting goods in his shop and enjoyed
hunting and fishing himself. They were both musical, she played the piano and he
any of the horns, being a member of the musical organization there.

Later they moved to Cincinnatus, NY with a population of 500 and a large
milk station that shipped daily to New York. This brought many farmers from the
surrounding country there.  The schools were good and their three children made
good progress in their studies as well as in music.  In April 1924 Mr. Dietrich was
operated on, appendix trouble, complications set in and he died April 12, 1924;
burial at Marathon Cernetery, Cortland County, NY. This left her with the three
children to care for and educate.  She applied for a position in their school and
was given one in the 8th grade where she is still teaching. When we called there
in 1934 and she came to the door, it was not necessary to ask if this was Mrs.
Dietrich; for she bespoke the Donnan family, sandy gray hair, eyebrows still dark
red and of good stature.


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ENZA ADELIA, her first child was born January 2, 1914, educated there and now
attending High School at Cortland, NY, a good student, plays the violin and is
taking lessons on the pipe organ.

JOHN WEIR, second child, born January 2l, 1916 is being educated there, plays
the cornet, active in the Boy Scouts and has an inclination toward Aviation.

FRANCIS MARION, third child born August 27, 1919 and is being educated there,
active in the Boy Scouts, plays the bass and snare drums, bells, tamberine,
triangle and so on. He brought in a nice 1.5 lb. fish he had caught that morning in the
Otselic Creek that runs through the village.

All three are members of the village musical organization, so it is a musical
home as well as a literary one. They are members and active in the congregational
Church and Mrs. Dietrich is certainly doing a good work home, at school, and in the
community.

MARRIAGE: ELIZABETH THORPE, Milton, NY
TO: John H. Hotaling, West Galway, NY

There was one child:  Philip B.

Elizabeth, third child of Elizabeth by the second marriage was born November
16, 1857 at Milton, NY, educated in the school there and the Teachers Training
School at Johnstown, NY.  She taught for a while, then married John H. Hotaling, a
school teacher at West Galway, NY where they went to keeping house.

At this time things were moving in this section, the mills on the Chuctanunda
Creek, Grist, Glove, Shoe and Tannery added to the prosperity of all; most of the
families were large, schools and churches filled for the whole family went.

When Elizabeth was 50 years old a child was born to them and died one month
after birth, then she too was taken, double sorrow in the home. They were buried
in the West GaIway Cemetery, West Galway, NY.  I haven't the birth and death
dates of John, but I understand he was buried in the same plot at West Galway.


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