I understand the confusion with repeating names Bill. I have been writing a post about just that. I have been enjoying getting to know your family, but I'm also enjoying reading about America at the time, which I know very little about.
The repetition and reuse of family names is also mind boggling in my family. Not only are first names repeated, but they also frequently share the same middle name. It’s definitely a challenge when researching.
I understand the confusion with repeating names Bill. I have been writing a post about just that. I have been enjoying getting to know your family, but I'm also enjoying reading about America at the time, which I know very little about.
Bill, I like the subtitle of your piece: "My Family Had No Imagination."
While the repetition can seem tedious, it also provides and obvious link from one generation to the next.
The repetition and reuse of family names is also mind boggling in my family. Not only are first names repeated, but they also frequently share the same middle name. It’s definitely a challenge when researching.
How wonderful to have a signature from so long ago, where did you find it?
It was in the book that I’m using as a major resource. I wish I had the original.