Excerpt from A Historical Sketch of the First Ancestors of the Stackhouse Family in America
His energy was untiring and no failure of apathetic correspond ents to reply to his inquiries discouraged hm, and in most cases he would finally succeed in obtain''ng the informaticn sought for. He made every effort to ensure accuracy and ya after year the work went ou, following out clues, verify ing, adchng llttle by little to his store of data until one day the pen dlopped from his tired hard and the involved and intricate skein of ancestry and descent that puzz''ed him so often in this mortal life were doubtless untangled and made makes stra''ght in that light which all things clear.
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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the fascinating history of the Stackhouse family, tracing their lineage back to their origins in the West Riding of Yorkshire, England, and their subsequent migration to America. The author meticulously examines the family's real estate transactions, their involvement in early Pennsylvania politics, and their prominent role in the Quaker community. Readers will gain valuable insights into the challenges and triumphs of early American colonial life through the lens of this one family. The book details the Stackhouse family's involvement in the Provincial Assembly, highlighting their staunch advocacy for the rights of the people and their strong opposition to war. Through their story, we can better understand the social and political landscape of the nascent colony and the complex interplay of religion, politics, and personal ambition in a time of great change. Ultimately, the book offers a compelling and detailed look at the lives and experiences of a pioneering family, enriching our understanding of early American history and the enduring power of family legacy. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781333314989_0
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PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781333314989
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