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Chapter two – The Fosters, Descendants of Samuel Foster, butcher from St. Andrew
SAMUEL JAMES FOSTER (1825 – 1903) On 10th, January, 1856, Samuel James Foster and Catharine Ann King were married in St. George’s Parish Church. Samuel James’ address was recorded on… Continue reading→
Chapter One – The Fosters, Descendants of Samuel Foster, butcher from St. Andrew
SAMUEL FOSTER Butcher & Planter from St. Andrew. Samuel Foster and Elisabeth (?) had a son, Samuel James, who was baptized on the 19th, December 1825, in the parish of… Continue reading→
Trevor Maxwell Wyndham Gittens (1949-2011)
I was very saddened recently to learn of the passing of Trevor who died on November 3, 2011, following a battle with ALS. A service of thanksgiving was held November… Continue reading→
A life Sketch – Henry Selman Leach (1891-1975)
Introduction What a surprise it was to receive this e-mail a few weeks ago from Carolyn Hawkins who lives in England. “Dear Cliff, I just googled my grandfather’s name (Henry… Continue reading→
Stede Bonnet – The Gentleman Pirate
Introduction: Family history research often uncovers small surprises and the pirate Stede Bonnet is one of them. Recently Andrew Gomes who lives in Edmonton e-mailed me telling that Stede Bonnet,… Continue reading→
An Appreciation -A hand in many things
DAVID GITTENS, better known as “DG”, or “Mu The Jeweler” died on Monday, April 4, at his residence in Inch Marlow, Christ Church. There was no obituary on the radio… Continue reading→