Author Archives: Gary

Helen M. Thornton and sister Sarah

Posted on July 11, 2010 by Gary

Helen Thornton (1860-1932) is pictured here with her sister Sarah Thornton (1848-1914).  See the post for Sarah for information regarding her family. I believe there were 8 Thornton girls and Helen was in regular contact with at least 5 of … Continue reading →

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Funeral of Wesley J. Powers?

Posted on July 10, 2010 by Gary

I had a great deal of difficulty with this photo but I now feel confident I have figured it out.    There are some notes on the reverse of the photo stating that it was taken in 1902.  The men appear … Continue reading →

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Jabez Thornton (1825-1910) and Rachel Kelly

Posted on July 9, 2010 by Gary

Sorry no photo of Jabez, but two photos of his children.  Jabez Thornton (1825-1910) born in England and moved to Durham County, Ontario before moving to Carsonville, Sinalac County, Michigan.    Married to Rachel Kelly (1832-1918) they had a number of … Continue reading →

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Thomas H. Powers

Posted on July 9, 2010 by Gary

There are a number of people called Thomas Powers so who is the couple in this photo?  I think it as follows. Nathaniel Hart Powers (1787-1862) married  Rebecca LaRue (1792-1856). Nelson Powers (1812-1890) married Maria Billings (1813 -1890). Thomas H. … Continue reading →

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Children of Thomas Thornton (1824-1916) and Susanna Powers

Posted on July 8, 2010 by Gary

Photos showing the children of Thomas Thornton and Susanna Powers, taken in 19th century. Continue reading →

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Wesley J. Powers

Posted on July 8, 2010 by Gary

Medal of Honor recipient Wesley J. Powers. Continue reading →

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James Powers

Posted on July 8, 2010 by Gary

James Powers (1818-1903), born in NY, was one of the children of Nathaniel Hart Powers and Rebecca LaRue.   James returned to Canada with his parents and latter married Lucinda Manley Powers (1829-1882), born in Canada East and the daughter of … Continue reading →

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Nathaniel Hart Powers (1792-1862) and Rebecca LaRue

Posted on July 8, 2010 by Gary

Photo of Nathaniel Hart Powers of Ontario, Canada. Continue reading →

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Thomas Thornton grave stone and photo

Posted on July 5, 2010 by Gary

Grave stone of Thomas Thornton and Susanna Powers and photo of Thomas Thornton. Continue reading →

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John Thornton (1787-1854) and Frances Bowler of Ontario, Canada

Posted on July 5, 2010 by Gary

Grave stones for John Thornton and Frances Bowler of Ontario. Continue reading →

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