31. On the Back of Furniture? This little chest belonged in the household of my grandfather’s mother. My grandfather was George Coulson. His sister took it to boarding school with her and kept her stockings it. - Katherine (Sanderson) Smith
38. Newspaper Clipping Indirect Evidence: Mrs. Kellman’s maiden name was probably Levander. Mr. and Mrs. Kellman were married around mid April of 1910. Mr and Mrs. Kellman and Miss Levander died after April 19, 1935 Direct Evidence: Mrs. Kellman’s sister is Miss Levander of Chicago. Mr. and Mrs. Kellman celebrated a 25 th wedding anniversary.
39. Obituary from Fraternal Organization Newsletter Indirect Evidence: He must have immigrated sometime between May 8, 1884 and Oct. 24, 1906. Direct Evidence: He was born on May 8, 1884 in Jonkopings, Sweden. He became a member of Yngve Lodge in 1906.
40. Citizenship Papers Indirect Evidence: Immigrated sometime before Feb 24 1894 Direct Evidence: Charley Levander declared his intent to become a citizen on 24 Feb 1896.
41. Direct Evidence: William Bandel died on 20 Apr 1908 He lived for 72yrs, 11mo, and 10 days Indirect Evidence: William Bandel was born on 10 May 1835
Do not use numbers to refer to months. This can cause confusion. Instead, use standard month abbreviations.
Check with cemetery office as well. Use Dates to obtain death and birth certificates.
Timeline 26 Dec 1868 - Evangelical Swedish Lutheran Mission Association congregation organized. (Note: Several name changes) 1869 - First edifice built at 280 N. Franklin Street. 1871 - Chicago Fire Church rebuilt at same location after fire. 1887 - Built large church at Whiting and Orleans st. 1926 - Moved to new chapel at N. Artesian and Albion Ave. 1946 - New sanctuary completed. 1951 - Commemorative plate produced. 1887 - 1941 - First Mission Covenant Church