Divine Delusion and Deadly Devotion: The Troubling Trial of John Henry Johnson and His Daughters On February 15th 1905, a complex and emotionally charged trial took place in Greenville, Alabama, involving John Henry Johnson and his daughters, Katie and Maggie. The case centered around the murder of Special Deputy George Bryan, who had been killed during an attempt to arrest Johnson for the arson of a local church. Background John Henry Johnson was a prominent farmer in Butler County, Alabama, known for his contributions to the community, particularly as the builder of Mt.

Welcome to Developing Legacy! Hi there, I’m Patrick Graham, and I’m so glad you’ve joined me here at Developing Legacy, a unique space where the worlds of genealogy and software development intertwine. As a software developer with a passion for exploring my family’s history, I’ve embarked on a mission to weave the threads of our past into a rich tapestry of stories, experiences, and connections. Developing Legacy is a labor of love, where we journey through a genealogical framework, merging family histories and technologies, to unearth hidden links in our family’s past.

by Edward Previc Spring! Planting time! Have you ever, dear reader, grown your own vegetable garden? During World Wars I & II, millions of Americans became “backyard farmers”. Government agencies, private foundations, businesses, schools, and seed companies worked together to provide seeds, instruction, and land for individuals and communities to plant vegetable gardens in their backyards, churchyards, city parks, and playgrounds, in diverse shapes and sizes. These produced abundant food for the folks at home and for troops overseas.

Happy St. Patricks Day! St. Patrick’s Day, celebrated annually on March 17th, is a day to honor St. Patrick, the patron saint of Ireland, and to recognize Irish culture and heritage. While the day has religious roots, it has evolved into a global celebration of all things Irish, with parades, feasting, music, and the wearing of green. It’s the perfect time to reflect on the rich history of our Irish ancestors and celebrate the customs and traditions they passed down to us.

MILTON CLARENCE BLOWERS 1891 - Milton Clarence, fourth child and eldest son of Rev. Omer C. and Elvira Palmer Blowers, was born at Marilla, Erie County, New York, on February 6, 1891. In their journeyings in the itinerancy, the father was sent from Johnsonburg, Wyoming County, New York, on Wyoming District where he served two years, to Wales and Town Line on the Buffalo District, having previously served two years as pastor at Randolph, Cold Spring and Red House Circuit, Chautauqua District, and one year on the Belmont and Pikeville Circuit in what was then Allegany District.