The Civil War ended on May 9, 1865. The country was about to enter a period of prosperity and expansion.
But before we go forward, let’s take a look back at where we’ve been.
Continue reading139 – A Look Back
Grant County
127 – The First Roads
When William and Margaret arrived in Kentucky, there were almost no roads.
There were buffalo traces, Native American trails, and a few military cut roads.
Continue reading124 – Work and Money
William and Margaret Jarvis paid 20 pounds for their 100 acre farm in 1813. Was that expensive? A bargain?
Jacob Wingate’s rifle sold for 9 dollars in 1811. Was that cheap?
Harvey Jarvis was a stone mason. How much was he paid?
Continue reading123 – They Bought the Farm 1813
On July 12, 1813, William and Margaret bought the 100 acre farm from Samuel McMillan. The price was 20 pounds.
Continue reading122 – Farm and Livestock
While the women and younger boys did all the domestic chores, the men and older boys worked the farm and livestock.
Continue reading119 – Fork Lick Creek 1805
Shortly after 1800, William and Margaret Jarvis had moved a few miles north into Pendleton County. Here they would make their home for the next twenty years.
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Family Nibbles 