Pieces of Me Patriotism: My genealogical journey of the Eastern Shore of Maryland

In Pieces of Me Patriotism My Genealogical Journey of the Eastern Shore of Maryland 1632-1832 Volume 1, author Stephani Miller takes readers on a captivating journey through her family’s first two hundred years in English America and the new United States. Through a blend of DNA analysis, historical records, and spoken tales, Miller unveils the mysteries of her lineage, linking back to Eastern Shore Maryland. As she unveils her findings, she offers advice for those keen on uncovering their own heritage, underscoring genealogy’s significant impact on our self-understanding and place in history. Miller offers hints and guidelines to readers interested in researching their own ancestors, highlighting the importance of meticulous research and the incredible impact genealogy can have on our understanding of ourselves and our place in history. Combining personal anecdotes with rich historical context, Pieces of Me Patriotism is a must-read for anyone interested in the power of genealogy and the history of early America.

Stephani Juleeana Miller

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Ridgely Maryland’s 150th Anniversary 2017

 

The weekend started with the Oliver Downes Jr placing the ancestor’s dedication plaque on the property marker and the family decorating the parade float. Sisters Edwina Austin and Jean Downes preparing the food.

 

One of the posters used on the float.

Oliver Downes Jr (Black Hat) , Randy Boyce (White neck collar) and Oliver Downes Sr (Light blue Hat)

Acrees, Cephus, Downes, Flamers, Lockermans, Matthews and Pritchetts together for the first time. Their ancestors should be happy in heaven above.

Downes siblings plus one

Four generations of the Downes: Oliver Downes Jr carrying his granddaughter Anaya, Oliver Downes Sr carrying his great granddaughter Kyrie, Pierre Downes carrying his son Jayden Downes and Marcus Downes carrying his daughter Serenity.

Oliver Downes Sr. United States Navy (Ret.) Korea-Vietnam Wars

                       Oliver Downes Jr. United States Air Force (Ret.) Gulf War

    The Downes float won Best Representative of the 150th Festival Theme

15 Minutes of Fame of Wilson Downes, Flamer, Cephas

CAROLINE COUNTY MARYLAND, DOWNES

15 MINUTES OF FAME

DECEMBER 16, 2013 THESPARKLE84 1 COMMENT EDIT

                Afro  American Newspaper Jan 8,1927

Community section article of Ridgely, Maryland

Replanted Zion M.E church, Rev. J. H. Stevenson, pastor. On Saturday morning union services were held at Trinity A.M.E. church, Rev. T.F. Chaney, pastor. The history of the birth of the Christ Child was given in a gospel message by the pastor, Replanted Zion M. E. church Rev. Stevenson.                                             Saturday evening between six or seven, the members from both churches met in town and sang Christmas songs around the community Christmas tree in commemoration of the birth of Christ. Many whites were present to hear the singing, in spite of  the increment weather.

Replanted Zion M. E. church was my father’s and his parents home church in Ridgely.

 

My paternal ancestors were listed in the same article about town visitors or trips.

Elwood Mason of Wilmington, Del. visited his mother Mrs. Ella Cephas.

Misses Mary Blake and Reba Dunn of Philadelphia, visited their aunt and mother, Mrs. Hattie Stanford.

Mrs Maggie Seth, of Philadelphia visited her mother and sister, Mrs. Sarah Flamer and Mrs. Amanda Henry.

Wilson Downes and Mrs. Hattie  Stanford are home after several weeks in Philadelphia and Germantown.