Excerpt from William Ricketson, William Ricketson, Jr., And Their Descendants
The wisest man could ask no more of Fate Than to be simple, modest, manly, true Safe from the Many, honored by the Few, Nothing to court in World or Church or State, But inwardly in secret, to be great The dates in the Dartmouth Friends' Records, and the Dartmouth Vital Records, including the copy of the latter in the New Bedford Public Library, often conflict with one another, and to this variation must be attributed any discrepancies which may appear.
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Paperback. Zustand: New. Print on Demand. Delve into the lives of William Ricketson, an English Quaker who arrived in America seeking religious freedom, and his descendants. This meticulously researched genealogical account traces the family's journey from their arrival in the late 17th century through their establishment in colonial America. The author unveils the challenges faced by early Quakers, persecuted for their beliefs and excluded from public life. The narrative sheds light on the family's deep connection to Dartmouth, Massachusetts, where they built their lives as farmers, blacksmiths, and carpenters. Through their stories, we gain insight into the daily lives, customs, and values of a typical Quaker family during a transformative period in American history. This book is not only a valuable resource for genealogists and those interested in Quaker history but also offers a captivating glimpse into the lives of ordinary people who contributed to the fabric of early American society. By exploring the experiences of the Ricketson family, we gain a deeper appreciation for the resilience, faith, and enduring legacy of those who sought a better life in the New World. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers 9781332212415_0
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