Alice Hathaway Lee was born on July 29, 1861 in Chestnut Hill, Massachusetts. She was the daughter of George Cabot and Caroline Watts Haskell Lee. She is described as “Considered tall for the era at 5’6”, she had “blue-gray eyes … Continued
Edith Kermit Carow Roosevelt was the second wife of President Theodore Roosevelt and served as his First Lady. She was the first First Lady to employ a full-time, salaried social secretary. Her tenure resulted in the creation of an official … Continued
Theodore Roosevelt became president following the assassination of President McKinley. He would run again in 1912 as an independent candidate. He gained national fame when he served as a Rough Rider during the Spanish-American War. Theodore Roosevelt, Jr. was born … Continued
If they are all in the same area, than more than likely there is a common ancestor somewhere in the mix. However, finding that connection is not easy. Now, let me clarify. If the surname is a common one such … Continued
Ida McKinley was revered as First Lady for the devotion and loving attention her husband showed on her. Senator Mark Hanna said, “President McKinley has made it pretty hard for the rest of us husbands here in Washington.” Ida Saxton … Continued
William McKinley was our third President to be assassinated. The 25th President was also the last president to serve in the American Civil War. William McKinley, Jr. was born on January 29, 1843 in Niles, Ohio. He was the seventh … Continued