Mom had been told throughout her childhood that the family was related to a famous sea captain in Washington State. The story also said that Peasley Canyon in Pierce County was named after him. Of course, my curiosity was piqued … Continue reading
JW Notable: JF Rutherford Connected to the Global Family Tree at WikiTree
During the 2020 annual Connect-a-Thon on WikiTree, Joseph Franklin Rutherford was connected to the global family tree! Unfortunately, it is not through his ancestors but by way of his brother-in-law, Francis Marion Newkirk. The Religion sub-project, Jehovah’s Witnesses will continue … Continue reading