The marriage certificate confirms the marriage of Sarah Van Pelt (b. Staten Island 1811 - d. 1880) and Jeremiah Smith (b. Long Island 1810 - d. 1891) and is dated June 15, 1831. The marriage occurred at the Reformed Protestant Dutch Church, Port Richmond, Staten Island, New York. Rev. John E. Miller of Tompkinsville officiated. … Continue reading Family Treasures Sarah Van Pelt and Jeremiah Smith
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Matrilineal Monday – Amy Fettie (circa 1748 – 1793)
I noticed on GeneaBloggers website that one of their popular writing prompts is called Matrilineal Mondays. The concept is simple: Post about some one from the female line of one of the families you are researching. I quickly decided it was a great idea and that I would write about Amy Fettie for my first … Continue reading Matrilineal Monday – Amy Fettie (circa 1748 – 1793)
Moravian Cemetery – a walk in the park
This post was inspired by Geneabloggers event "Cemeteries - 52 Weeks of Abundant Genealogy". Moravian Cemetery (Richmond Road, New Dorp, Staten Island, NY) is one of the most beautiful parks I have ever walked in. Yes, in addition to being a cemetery, it’s a lovely place to take a stroll, especially on a warm spring … Continue reading Moravian Cemetery – a walk in the park
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