A History of the County of Stafford

A History of the County of Stafford by M.W. Greenslade Download PDF EPUB FB2

Stafford has been a crossroads for many important events and travelers in history. From Pocahontas and Captain John Smith, to George Washington and his famous fabled “chopping of the cherry tree,” to the countless Civil War soldiers’ encampments and hospitals, Stafford has centuries of tales to tell.

History and Directory of Yates County by Stafford C. Cleveland, This book is an excellent resource for people researching early settlers in Yates County.

Stafford C. Cleveland, editor of one of Penn Yan's weekly newspapers from the s into the s, was not a native of Yates County but saw its history with a clear and interested eye.

Strafford County (N.H.) -- History, Strafford County (N.H.) -- Biography Publisher Chicago: Richmond-Arnold Collection University_of_New_Hampshire_Library; blc; americana Digitizing sponsor University of New Hampshire Library Contributor University of New Hampshire Library Language EnglishPages: This beautiful, heirloom-quality book will feature a glimpse of Fredericksburg, in addition to Spotsylvania, Stafford, Caroline and King George C ounties from the mids to through stunning historic photos selected from local area organizations.

In addition, we are thrilled to include photos from our readers.5/5(5). Stafford County History. Founded increated from Westmorland County and named for the English County of Stafford, Stafford County, Virginia, has strong connections to events that shaped our nation's history.

It was at Marlboro Point, that Indian Princess Pocahontas was kidnapped and taken to Jamestown. For historians, genealogists and others interested in Stafford County history, this book is a treasure.

For me, the maps alone were worth the price of the book, but there is so much more unique history Ms. Eby has documented in a clear, interesting and well-written way.5/5(5). A History of the County of Stafford: Volume 8; A History of the County of Stafford: Volume 8.

Edited by J G Jenkins. Gives a detailed account of the history of Newcastle-under-Lyme and Stoke-on-Trent. Victoria County History - Staffordshire. Originally published by Victoria County History, London, This is a reproduction of a book published before This book may have occasional imperfections such as missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc.

that were either part of the original artifact, or were introduced by the scanning process. We believe this work is culturally important, and despite the imperfections,5/5(3). A History of the County of Stafford: Volume 7, Leek and the Moorlands By A P Baggs, M F Cleverdon, D A Johnston and N J Tringham/ Edited by C R J Currie and M W Greenslade.

This volume tells the story of the town of Leek and the north-east corner of Staffordshire adjoining Cheshire and Derbyshire. Stafford County would like to express our commitment to providing a welcoming, inclusive, and safe community for all residents and visitors.

We value an environment of unity, trust and understanding. We honor our history and respect and protect. Stafford County Historical & Genealogical Society - N Main St, Stafford, Kansas - Rated 5 based on 1 Review "cool.I like our little town"5/5(1).

"A Missing Will Book of Stafford County and Its Contents," The Virginia Magazine of History and Biography, Vol. 57, No. 1 (Jan. ) Available at JSTOR ($). London Courts. Stafford County is a county located in the Commonwealth of Virginia.

It is a suburb outside of Washington D.C. It is approximately 40 miles (64 km) south of D.C. As of the census, the population wasIts county seat is Stafford. Located across the Rappahannock River from the City of Fredericksburg, Stafford County is part of the Congressional district: 1st. [Banks] Banks, Raymond H.

Descendancy Chart of Adam Banks of Stafford County, VA: Resident of Stafford County, Virginia in the s. Miami, Fla.: R. Banks, Digital version at FamilySearch Digital Library - free; FHL Book Bbr.

[Banks] Banks, Raymond H. Kansas Historical Society. Stafford County History Bibliography. Brim, Geneva. The History of Hudson. History of Stafford Legend would have it that Stafford was founded in about AD by a Mercian prince called Bertelin who established a hermitage on a secluded marshy island.

The remains of a wooden preaching cross were discovered under the foundations of St Bertelin's Church in the centre of the town. Stafford is a town in Tolland County, Connecticut, United States, settled in The population at the census. The community consists of the downtown area of Stafford Springs and the more rural villages of Crystal Lake, Ellithorpe, Hydeville, Orcuttsville, Staffordville, Stafford Hollow, Village Hill, and West town most likely derives its name from Country: United States.

History: Additional Physical Format: Online version: Victoria history of the county of Stafford. History of the county of Stafford. Oxford: Published for the Institute of Historical Research by Oxford University Press, [?-(OCoLC) Document Type: Book: All Authors / Contributors: M W Greenslade; D A Johnson.

Located in Tolland County on the Massachusetts border, Stafford is, in terms of land area, the state's third largest town. Early on, Iron bogs and mineral springs drew indigenous peoples and settlers to the area.

Incorporated inStafford became a resort town as growing numbers of people, including President John Adams, sought out the waters' curative powers. In the late.

The Staffordshire section of Domesday Book; West Cuttlestone hundred (villages south-west of Stafford to the Shropshire border).

Keywords: Victoria County. The Stafford County Museum website celebrates the rich year history of Stafford County, Virginia. View exhibits, timelines, and historic locations.

The Victoria history of the county of Stafford / Related Titles. Series: Victoria history of the counties of England.

Page, William, Type. Book Material. Published material. Publication info. London:Constable Subjects. Genre/Form: History: Additional Physical Format: Online version: Jones, James P. History of the Parish of Tettenhall, in the County of Stafford.

London, Simpkin. Stafford County Order Book, This volume is a transcription that summarizes all matters brought before the court from A wide variety of recordings are found in this book including: deeds, chancery causes, judgments, records of legal disputes heard before the county court, and road orders.

STAFFORD, TEXAS. Stafford is on Farm Road and the boundary between Fort Bend and Harris counties, just east of the junction of U.S. highways 90A and In William Stafford installed a cane mill and opened a horse-powered cotton gin, reported to have been the first in Stephen F. Austin's colony.

Editors vary Title varies: v. 2,14, A history of the county of Stafford Imprint varies: v.Published for the Institute of Historical Research by the Oxford University Press ; vol. 9: Published for the Institute of Historical Research by Boydell & BrewerPages: Stafford Township, Ocean County, New Jersey View a photo gallery of historic documentation.

Europeans lived in what is now Stafford Township before One of the first settled areas was along Barnegat Bay about where the Mallard Island.

A history of Wednesbury, in the county of Stafford, and embracing an account of the coal and iron trade. Compiled from various authentic sources, both ancient. Get your limited edition ornament commemorating the unique prehistoric heritage of Stafford County.

Bookstore & Gift Shop These items are available to the purchaser for personal use or as a special gift to someone interested in history or in the county itself. User Review - Flag as inappropriate I have an original copy of this extraordinary book by the learned Dr Plot a renown early English naturalist, the first Professor of Chemistry at the University of Oxford, whilst also the first keeper of the Ashmolean Museum.

Plot shifted his focus towards archaeology in the publication of his second book, The Natural History of s: 2. Stafford Genealogy & History.

Stafford is a noble surname, derived from Old English "staef" plus "forda", meaning "landing place by the shallow crossing". English Stafford family history began in Normandy, where Ralph de Toeni carried King William the Conqueror's standard, and his brother Robert was the first to bear the surname Stafford.“Once again, Arlene Stafford-Wilson triumphantly transports the reader into the heart of rural Eastern Ontario in the s and s.

The stories selected for Lanark County Classics, are a fine and timely follow-up to her release Lanark County Connections. Stafford-Wilson’s stories are composed with an intense clarity of phrase and image.The volume tells the story of Lichfield and its neighbourhood from Romano-British times to the late 20th century.

Lichfield was first mentioned in the mid 7th century and was chosen as a see in A.D. with St. Chad as its first bishop. A cathedral has st.