Daily Archives: February 10, 2019

An Early Mormon Settlement in South Dakota and the James Holt Family

Posted on February 10, 2019 by Ann Laemmlen Lewis

Here is a link to an article from South Dakota History, pp. 120-131 that describes a settlement in South Dakota and the part James Holt and his family played there. Information concerning the settlement comes mainly from six sources: 1. … Continue reading →

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The James Holt Family in Nauvoo 1842

Posted on February 10, 2019 by Ann Laemmlen Lewis

Today we celebrate the birth of my 3rd Great-grandfather, James Holt.  Here is an interesting article by Maurine Carr Ward about him and his family members, who lived in Nauvoo when the 1842 Census was taken there. Click to access … Continue reading →

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Lois A. Smith Bushman and The Bushman Dry Goods Store

Posted on February 10, 2019 by Ann Laemmlen Lewis

In 1902 Lois A. Smith Bushman received a cash dowery from her Uncle Frederick Foscue from Texas of $500. Her two sisters, Cordelia S. Morehead and Rebecca S. Ewing, and her Aunt Eliza Foscue Lee also received a share. Benjamin Foscue … Continue reading →

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