William Burdine Blake

William Burdine Blake was born September 12, 1841, in Blair Co., PA, and died September 6, 1909, in Hopewell, Bedford Co., PA, at about age 70. Buried in Hopewell Cemetery, Hopewell, Bedford Co., PA. He is the son of James Blake of Hagerstown, Washington Co., MD, and Susanna "Susan" Eshelman of Pennsylvania. 

Mary Ann Kennedy "Kay" Weaver was born July 18, 1844, in Holidaysburg, Blair Co., PA, and died July 13, 1926, at Nason Hospital, Roaring Spring, Blair Co., PA, at age 81. Buried in Hopewell Cemetery, Hopewell, Bedford Co., PA. She is the daughter of James Ross Weaver of Huntingdon Co., PA, and Martha Elizabeth Edelblute of Smuckers Forge, Blair Co., PA.

William Burdine Blake and Mary Ann Kennedy "Kay" Weaver were married August 20, 1864, in Pennsylvania.

William Burdine Blake and Mary Ann Kennedy "Kay" (Weaver) Blake had six children:

  1. Annella Elizabeth "Lizzie" Blake: Born May 17, 1866, in Pennsylvania; Died October 3, 1956, at Bedford County Memorial Hospital, Pennsylvania (age 90). Buried in Hopewell Cemetery, Hopewell, Bedford Co., PA. Married July 10, 1889, to David Elmer Fluke: Born October 25, 1865, in Unknown; Died October 8, 1947, in Unknown (age 81). Buried in Hopewell Cemetery, Hopewell, Bedford Co., PA.
  2. James Warren "Warrie" Blake: Born June 21, 1868, in Pennsylvania; Died July 4, 1869, in Unknown (age 1). Buried in Hopewell Cemetery, Hopewell, Bedford Co., PA.
  3. Melville Clyde "Mellie" Blake: Born December 14, 1870, in Pennsylvania; Died May 17, 1871, in Huntingdon Co., PA (age 5 Months, 3 Days). Buried in Hopewell Cemetery, Hopewell, Bedford Co., PA.
  4. Mabel Genevra Blake: Born September 22, 1872, in Pennsylvania; Died December 26, 1925, in Colorado (age 53). Buried in Crown Hill Cemetery, Wheat Ridge, Jefferson Co., CO. Married (1) November 27, 1891, in Mahaffey, Clearfield Co., PA, to William Mahaffey Ross: Born August 19, 1863, in Pennsylvania; Died January 25, 1914, in Pittsburgh, Allegheny Co., PA (age 50). Buried in Hopewell Cemetery, Hopewell, Bedford Co., PA. Married (2) January 26, 1919, in Littleton, Arapahoe Co., CO, to James Napoleon Parrahm: Born January 8, 1875, in Kentucky; Died April 11, 1942, in Los Angeles Co., CA (age 67).
  5. Royal Lowry "Roy" Blake: Born October 26, 1876, in Williamsburg, PA; Died December 26, 1949, in Hopewell, Bedford Co., PA (age 73). Buried in Hopewell Cemetery, Hopewell, Bedford Co., PA. Married September 1, 1894, in Pennsylvania to Anna M. "Annie" Richards: Born August 14, 1877, in England; Died June 24, 1927, in Windber, Somerset Co., PA (age 49). Buried in Hopewell Cemetery, Hopewell, Bedford Co., PA.
  6. Violet Lucretia Blake: Born March 5, 1882, in Pennsylvania; Died September 30, 1887, in Hopewell, Bedford Co., PA (age 5 years, 6 month, 25 days). Buried in Hopewell Cemetery, Hopewell, Bedford Co., PA.

TIMELINE

William Burdine Blake was born September 12, 1841, in Blair Co., PA.

Mary Ann Kennedy "Kay" Weaver was born July, 1844, in Blair Co., PA.

The 1850 U. S. Census taken on August 13, 1850, shows James Blake (age 32) born in Maryland is a Laborer is living in Huston Twp., Blair Co., PA. Living with him is Susan Blake (age 20) born in Pennsylvania. Also living there are children, all born in Pennsylvania: Jane Blake (age 12); Susan Blake (age 10); William B. Blake (age 9); James Blake (age 7); Mary A. Blake (age 4); and Henry Blake (age 2). The census enumerator was Henry Reigart.

The 1860 U. S. Census taken on June 26, 1860 shows James Blake (age 42) born in Pennsylvania with personal estate worth $100 is a Laborer is living in Williamsburg Twp., Blair Co., PA. Living with him is Susan Blake (age 40) born in Pennsylvania. Also living there are children, all born in Pennsylvania: Jane Blake (age 23); Susan Blake (age 21); William Blake (age 20), a Laborer; Henry Blake (age 13); Joseph Blake (age 8); James Blake (age 7); Mary Blake (age 5); Henry Blake (age 4); Mary Ann Blake (age 3); and Samuel Blake (age 2). The Joseph Kyler family lives next door.

William Burdine Blake and Mary Ann Kennedy "Kay" Weaver were married August 20, 1864, in Pennsylvania.

The 1870 U. S. Census taken on July 12, 1870, shows William Blake (age 28) born in Pennsylvania with personal estate worth $250 is a Moulder living in Petersburg Borough, Huntingdon Co., PA. Living with him is Mary A. Blake (age 25) born in Pennsylvania, who is Keeping House. Also living there is Annella E. Blake (age 4) born in Pennsylvania.

The 1879 Directory for Broad Top Twp., Bedford Co., PA shows William B.. Blake, a Clerk, lives in Hopewell.

The 1880 U. S. Census taken on June 10, 1880, shows William B. Blake (age 37) born in Pennsylvania to Pennsylvania-born parents is a Laborer living in Broad Top Twp. South, Bedford Co., PA. Living with him is his wife, Mary A. Blake (age 35) born in Pennsylvania to Pennsylvania-born parents, who is Keeping House. Also living there are their unmarried children, all born in Pennsylvania to Pennsylvania-born parents: Annella A. Blake (age 14); Mabeal G. Blake (age 8); and Royal L. Blake (age 2).

The Huntingdon Journal, Huntingdon, PA, December 24, 1886

Capt. W. B.  Blake, of Hopewell, was on Friday appointed railway postal clerk on the route between Huntingdon and Cumberland, to succeed Mr. D. M. Painter, resigned. A Huntingdon man had been appointed quietly to the position, but that little scheme was nipped in the bud and the appointment was recalled and the place given to a Bedford county man. Capt. Blake is an excellent man and his appointment gives universal satisfaction. - Bedford Gazette. Who was the Huntingdon man that had his aspirations knocked into a cocked hat?

The 1890 Veterans Schedule shows William B. Blake is living in Broad Top Twp., Bedford Co., PA.

 

The 1890 Veterans Schedule shows William B. Blake is living in Broad Top Twp., Bedford Co., PA.

The 1900 U. S. Census taken on June 22, 1900, shows William B. Blake (age 58) born September 1841 in Pennsylvania to Pennsylvania-born parents is a Rail Road Postal Clerk renting his home and living in Hopewell Borough, Broad Top Twp., Bedford Co., PA. Living with him is his wife of 35 years, Emma Blake (age 55) born July 1844 in Pennsylvania to Pennsylvania-born parents, with 3 of the 6 children born to her still living.

The 1900 U. S. Census taken on June 22, 1900, shows Roy Blake (age 23) born October 1876 in Pennsylvania to Pennsylvania-born parents is a Store Clerk renting his home and living in Hopewell Borough, Broad Top Twp., Bedford Co., PA. Living with him is his wife of 4 years, Annie Blake (age 22) born August 1877 in England to English-born parents, having emigrated in 1880, with the only child born to her still living. The daughter living at home: Lagretta Blake (age 3) born January 1897 in Pennsylvania to Pennsylvania and English-born parents.

Bedford Gazette, Bedford, PA, Friday, August 7, 1908

William Blake of Hopewell, mail agent between that town and Huntingdon, was taken suddenly ill at the latter place on Monday with what seemed to be a stroke, his entire left side being afflicted. Mr. Blake is 67 years old.

Bedford Gazette, Bedford, PA, Friday, November 13, 1908

Roll of Honor

Hopewell

William B. Blake, Capt., 125th and 208th Pa. Inf.

Bedford Gazette, Bedford, PA, Friday, February 26, 1909

William B. Blake of Hopewell, for many years a faithful postal clerk on the H. & B. T. R. R., has resigned on account of declining health.

Bedford Gazette, Bedford, PA, Friday, March 26, 1909

The vacancy as postal clerk between Huntingdon and Cumberland, caused by the resignation of William Blake of Hopewell, has been filled by the appointment of Blain H. Kyper of McConnellstown.

Bedford Gazette, Bedford, PA, Friday, May 28, 1909

William Blake of Hopewell, formerly in the railway mail service on the H. & B. T. R. R. between Huntingdon and Cumberland, is lying critically ill at his home here.

William Burdine Blake died September 6, 1909, in Hopewell, Bedford Co., PA, at age 67. Buried in Hopewell Cemetery, Hopewell, Bedford Co., PA.

William Burdine Blake Death Certificate.

Bedford Gazette, Bedford, PA, Friday, September 10, 1909

Capt. W. B. Blake

Capt. William B. Blake of the 125th and 208th Pa. Infantry during the Civil War, died at Hopewell on Monday, September 6, aged 70 years. Particulars of his death will be given next week.

Bedford Gazette, Bedford, PA, Friday, September 17, 1909

Capt. W. B. Blake

Capt. William B. Blake was born in Blair County about 70 years ago and passed away at his home in Hopewell on September 6 of cerebral hemorrhages. Deceased served in the 125th and 208th Regiments Penna. Infantry and held the rank of Captain. He was a prominent citizen and a supporter of the Democratic party. For a number of years Capt. Blake was employed in the Railway Mail Service between Huntingdon and Cumberland and made many friends. His wife, who was Miss Mary Weaver, and three children survive: Roy and Mrs. David Fluke, of Hopewell, and Mrs. William Ross of Pittsburg. He also leaves two brothers and a sister - Samuel and Joseph Blake and Mrs. Alfred Burns, all of Orbosonia. Rev. W. W. Reese had charge of the funeral services, which were held on September 8 in the M. E. Church of Hopewell. Interment in the I. O. O. F. Cemetery.

The 1910 U. S. Census taken on May 3, 1910, shows Mary A. Blake (age 66) born in Pennsylvania to Pennsylvania-born parents, with 3 of the 6 children born to her still living, is a widow owning her home free of a mortgage and living in Hopewell Borough, Broad Top Twp., Bedford Co., PA.

Bedford Gazette, Bedford, PA, Friday, January 19, 1917

Deeds Recorded

Geo. W. Enyeart et al to Mary A. Blake, lot in Saxton Borough; $300.

Bedford Gazette, Bedford, PA, Friday, January 19, 1917

Roy L. Blake

Roy L. Blake, of Hopewell, died suddenly of a heart attack at his home on Monday, December 26. The deceased was born in Williamsburg on October 27, 1876, a son of William B. and Mary A. (Kay) Blake. On September 1, 1894, he was united in marriage to Annie M. Richards, who preceded him in death, 1927. He is survived by the following children: Mrs. Lloyd McIlnay, Ernest F. Blake and Mrs. William Jones, all of Hopewell. A sister, Mrs. Elizabeth Fluke, of Hopewell, also survives.

James Napoleon Parrahm and Mabel Genevra (Blake) Ross were married January 26, 1919, in Littleton, Arapahoe Co., CO.

James Napoleon Parrahm and Mabel Genevra (Blake) Ross Marriage Record.

The 1920 U. S. Census taken on January 5, 1920 shows Bascomb M. Blake (age 44) born in Pennsylvania to Pennsylvania-born parents is a Contractor Own Home who owns his home free of a mortgage at 1306 5th Avenue, 4th Ward, City of Altoona, Blair Co., PA. Living with him is his wife, Mary M. Blake (age 44) born in Pennsylvania to German and Pennsylvania-born parents. Also living there are his unmarried children, all born in Pennsylvania to Pennsylvania-born parents: Josephine E. Blake (age 21); a Wholesale Broker Stenographer; Collins R. Blake (age 16), a Shoe Store Clerk; Charles E. Blake (age 14), a Shoe Store Delivery Boy; Audrey N. Blake (age 10); and Margaret R. Blake (age 7).

The 1920 U. S. Census taken on January 5, 1920 shows Margaret J. Blake (age 74) born in Pennsylvania to Unknown and Pennsylvania-born parents is a widow who owns his home free of a mortgage at 1300 5th Avenue, 4th Ward, City of Altoona, Blair Co., PA. Living with her is her unmarried daughter, Minnie E. Blake (age 47) born in Pennsylvania to Pennsylvania-born parents. Margaret's unmarried cousin also lives there: Kate M. Brown (age 65) born in Pennsylvania to Pennsylvania-born parents who is a Notary Public at her Own Office.

The 1920 U. S. Census taken on January 5, 1920 shows Harry E. Blake (age 51) born in Pennsylvania to Pennsylvania-born parents is a Machinist at the Pennsylvania Railroad Automatic Shop who rents his home at 1302 5th Avenue, 4th Ward, City of Altoona, Blair Co., PA. Living with her is his wife, Mazie E. Blake (age 41) born in Pennsylvania to Pennsylvania-born parents. Also living there are his unmarried children, all all born in Pennsylvania to Pennsylvania-born parents: Edna M. Blake (age 19); Margaretta E. Blake (age 13); and Harry E. Blake (age 9).

The 1920 U. S. Census taken on January 28, 1920 shows Mary A. Blake (age 76) born in Pennsylvania to Pennsylvania-born parents  is a widow owning her home free of a mortgage and living on Church Street, Hopewell Borough, Broad Top Twp., Bedford Co., PA.

Mary Ann Kennedy "Kay" (Weaver) Blake died July 13, 1926, at Nason Hospital, Roaring Spring, Blair Co., PA, at age 81. Buried in Hopewell Cemetery, Hopewell, Bedford Co., PA.

Mary Ann Kennedy "Kay" (Weaver) Blake Viewing Card.

Mary Ann Kennedy "Kay" (Weaver) Blake Death Certificate.

The Altoona Mirror, Altoona, Blair Co., PA, Saturday, July 17, 1926

HOPEWELL

Mrs. William Blake, who injured herself by falling down stairs at the home of her daughter Mrs. David Fluke on July 5, died at Roaring Spring hospital on Tuesday evening, July 13. She was a much respected and estimable lady and will be missed in the community. Interment was made in the Hopewell cemetery Friday afternoon at 2 o'clock.

Bedford Gazette, Bedford, PA, July 23, 1926

DEEDS RECORDED

Mary A. Blake to Lloyd W. McIlnay, Hopewell Borough, 4 tracts, $100.

Bedford Gazette, Bedford, PA, July 23, 1926

DEEDS RECORDED

Mary A. Blake to Lloyd W. McIlnay, Hopewell Borough, 4 tracts, $100.

Anna M. "Annie" (Richards) Blake died June 24, 1927, in Windber, Somerset Co., PA, at age 49. Buried in Hopewell Cemetery, Hopewell, Bedford Co., PA.

Anna M. "Annie" (Richards) Blake Death Certificate.

Royal Lowrey "Roy" Blake died December 26, 1949, in Hopewell, PA, at age 73.

The Daily News, Huntingdon and Mount Union, PA, Tuesday, December 27, 1949

Roy L. Blake

Roy L. Blake, a highly respected resident of Hopewell, died suddenly of a heart attack at his home on Monday, December 26, 1949, at 12:30 p. m. The deceased was born in Williamsburg on October 27, 1876, a son of William B. and Mary A. (Kay) Blake. On September 1, 1894, he was united in marriage to Annie M. Richards, who preceded him in death in December 1927. He is survived by the following children: Mrs. Lloyd McIlnay, Ernest F. Blake and Mrs. William Jones, all of Hopewell. A sister, Mrs. Elizabeth Fluke of Hopewell, also survives. Funeral services will be held at the Hopewell Methodist Church on Thursday afternoon at 2:30 o'clock.. The Rev. Robert Blough will officiate and interment will be made in the Hopewell Cemetery. Friends may call at the late home at any time.

 

 

 

James Napoleon Parrahm (b. 08 Jan 1875, d. 11 Apr 1942)

James Napoleon Parrahm (son of William T. Parrahm and Sarah G. Tate) was born 08 Jan 1875 in Kentucky, and died 11 Apr 1942 in Los Angeles, CA. He married (1) Minnie A. Burr on 24 Jun 1893 in Kansas, daughter of Lewis A. Burr and Rachel. He married (2) Mabel Ross on 1919 in Denver, CO. He married (3) Anna L. Ohm on 07 Aug 1927 in Los Angeles, CA.
  Notes for James Napoleon Parrahm:
Copies from Kansas State Historical Archives: "Napoleon" Parrahm, born Jan. 8, 1875, was sentenced to 6 years in KS State Prison for "Burg & Larc" (burglary and larceny). Sentenced Dec. 16 1896, received at prison Dec. 17, 1896, age 22 years. At that time was married and had two children, parents were both living. Showed length of residence in KS as 15 years. Released June 1, 1899 after serving 2-1/2 years of sentence.
2nd marriage of James Parrahm was to Anna L. Ohm, b. 1/14/1879 in PA; married in Los Angeles CA on August 7, 1947. Anna died in 1969 in CA.
More About James Napoleon Parrahm:
3rd marriage: 07 Aug 1927, Los Angeles, CA.
Occupation: Bet. 1895 - 1940, Shoe Maker.
Residence 1: 1900, Gordy St., El Dorado, KS.
Residence 2: 12 Sep 1918, 2121 Welton St., Denver, CO.
More About James Napoleon Parrahm and Minnie A. Burr:
Marriage: 24 Jun 1893, Kansas.
More About James Napoleon Parrahm and Mabel Ross:
Marriage: 1919, Denver, CO.
More About James Napoleon Parrahm and Anna L. Ohm:
Marriage: 07 Aug 1927, Los Angeles, CA.
Children of James Napoleon Parrahm and Minnie A. Burr are:

                    i.+Vernon Jessie Parrahm, b. 23 Mar 1894, Douglas, KS, d. 21 Aug 1978, Denver, CO.

                  ii.Ina M. Parrahm, b. 27 Jul 1895, Douglas, KS, d. date unknown.

                iii.Virgil H. Parrahm, b. 09 Mar 1900, Douglas, KS, d. Apr 1979, Shawnee Mission, KS.

                iv.Lola Wanda Parrahm.