1916 had some significant school events. Mattie graduated in 8th grade. Other Maningers were off to college or vocational schools. Emily graduated from high school.

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Mabel Jennings had a photography studio in Harper. She’s the photographer of many of the photos of people and places in Harper.

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BMD (Birth, Marriage, Death) records are the stock and trade of the genealogist. They’re important, but don’t provide much context about our ancestors’ lives. Like most of our stories, this one includes Maninger BMD info.

Sometimes we’re lucky to find collateral stories, vignettes into people’s everyday lives. These enrich our understanding, and help us get to know our ancestor. This story features the importance of music in Maninger family life.

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The Maningers grew wheat and corn as a cash crop. But what and how did they feed the family? Billie, tell us about it.

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