Biography of G. W. Powell
From HISTORY OF MADISON COUNTY
W. H. Beers [Chicago, 1883]
Page 1041
G. W. POWELL, farmer, P.O. South Solon. The subject of thsi sketch was born in Fayette County, Ohio, January 28, 1835, and is a son of Robert and Mary (James) Powell, who were natives of Virginia. They were married in Fayette County, Ohio, where they settled and remained until their death. They emigrated with their parents to Ohio when very young. G. W. Powell was united in marriage with Sarah Jane James November 3, 1859; she was born in Fayette County, Ohio, January 22, 1837. To this union have been born seven children, of whom five survive – James A., George W., Charles H., Delia F. and Lillie Iva. Mr. and Mrs. Powell are members of the Methodist Church.
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Fall Genealogy Seminar
For anyone in your area who is interested in genealogy that they are invited to
the Annual Fall Seminar of Ohio Chapter Palatines to America:
Researching German Immigration in the 18th Century
Columbus, Ohio, Saturday, October 16, 2010, 9:00 am - 3:30 pm
Ramada Hotel and Conference Center
Four presentations by Marianne S. Wokeck, Ph.D., on Indentured Servitude
and Immigration to America in the 18th Century
Renowned author of Trade in Strangers
Registration Fee $45; Ohio Chapter PalAm Members Discounted Fee $39; Students ages 17-21 $20
Includes morning coffee or tea, Lunch and Gratuity.
Deadline October 4, 2010; For Late Registration add $5.
The seminar is the Culmination of German Heritage Week in Columbus
For more information visit
http://www.oh-palam.org/bookstore/images/2010fallregistrationform.pdf
or write to Ohio Chapter Palatines to America, P.O. Box 302, Worthington, OH 43085
Richard E. Hartle,
Publicity Chairman,
Ohio Chapter Palatines to America
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