Massachusetts Genealogy contains information and records for Massachusetts ancestry, family history, and genealogy. Specifically, it provides sources for birth records, death records, marriage records, census records, tax records, court records, and military records. It also provides some historical details about different times and people in Massachusetts history.
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H. & Q. Reed Shoe Manufacturer
Harvey and Quincy Reed, sons of Capt. Ezra Reed, established the first wholesale boot and shoe store in Boston in 1809, forming the firm H. & Q. Reed. Despite limited capital, they successfully expanded their business with branches in Richmond and New Orleans, supplying goods across the U.S. and importing sugar from the West Indies. Their company thrived until its dissolution in 1833. Harvey Reed later pursued a lumbering business in Bangor, Maine, while Quincy lived on, retaining the firm’s historical records. The Reed family has deep roots in the shoe industry, dating back to the 17th century.
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Who is John Adams of Salem?
The article explores the identity of a John Adams recorded in 1636 for running away from his master Thorndike in Salem, Massachusetts. The entry reveals that “Jno.” stands for John, and “mr” indicates his status as an indentured servant. The investigation suggests he may be John Adams Jr., the son of a deceased father and a remarried mother, who likely faced harsh conditions leading to his escape attempt. Despite limited documentation, clues regarding Thorndike’s identity and circumstances surrounding young Adams provide insight into the life of this historical figure.
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Hugh Mason of Watertown, 1605-1678
Capt. Hugh Mason, born in Dorking, Surrey, England, in 1605/6, married Hester Wells in Maldon, Essex, before immigrating to New England in 1634. He settled in Watertown, Massachusetts, where he became a prosperous tanner and prominent landowner, acquiring over 150 acres. Mason was a military leader, serving as Captain of the militia and participating in King Philip’s War. He passed away in 1678, leaving behind a significant estate to his numerous children. Hugh and Hester Mason are buried in Arlington Street cemetery, Watertown.
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Ashfield Massachusetts Genealogy
A directory of free online resources for Ashfield, Massachusetts genealogy.
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Greenfield Massachusetts Genealogy
A directory of free online resources for Greenfield, Massachusetts genealogy.
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History of West Boylston
The following history of West Boylston was originally published in the Worcester Magazine and Historical Journal, vol. II, No. 4, Aug, 1826, pp. 193-204. It was written by Rev. Charles C. P. Crosby and provides a brief history of the town paying special attention to the early religious history.
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Sterling Massachusetts Vital Records to 1850
The following compilation of births, marriages, and deaths includes all entries found in Volumes 1 and 2 of existing Town Records. Entries have been prepared in condensed alphabetical form in which all essential particulars have been preserved. Marriages are listed under the names of both parties; duplicate entries have been eliminated; original spellings of names have been followed. It is suggested that all alphabetical arrangements of surnames be examined. With a few exceptions, the vital records range from 1781, to 1848. No notice of Intentions of Marriage is indicated in this book, since many of the actual marriages did not…
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Sterling Massachusetts death records to 1850
The following compilation of deaths includes all entries found in Volumes 1 and 2 of existing Town Records. Entries have been prepared in condensed alphabetical form in which all essential particulars have been preserved. It is suggested that all alphabetical arrangements of surnames be examined. With a few exceptions, the death records range from 1781, to 1848.
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Sterling Massachusetts marriage records to 1850
The following compilation of marriages includes all entries found in Volumes 1 and 2 of existing Town Records. Entries have been prepared in condensed alphabetical form in which all essential particulars have been preserved. Marriages are listed under the names of both parties; duplicate entries have been eliminated; original spellings of names have been followed. It is suggested that all alphabetical arrangements of surnames be examined. With a few exceptions, the marriage records range from 1781, to 1848. No notice of Intentions of marriage is indicated in this book, since many of the actual marriages did not take place in…
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Sterling Massachusetts birth records to 1850
The following compilation of births includes all entries found in Volumes 1 and 2 of existing Town Records. Entries have been prepared in condensed alphabetical form in which all essential particulars have been preserved. It is suggested that all alphabetical arrangements of surnames be examined. With a few exceptions, the Vital Records range from 1781, to 1850.
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