This fonds consists of research files and primary material collected by Abraham D. Stoesz for the purpose of publishing a Stoesz book. There are letters, documents inherited from his father and other ancestors, birth and marriage certificates, citizenship records, photographs and other family records. In addition to the Stoesz family materials, there is also some Harder genealogical information including excerpts from a Jacob Harder (1789-1857) diary.
This photo is of the adult children of Johann Stoesz and Maria Stoesz posing for a photo. Back row l-r is Erdman Stoesz, David Stoesz, Peter Stoesz, Cornelius Stoesz, John Stoesz. Seated is brother-in-law Erdman Falk, Dietrich Stoesz and Jacob Stoesz.
This photo is of a painting done by Sadie Stoesz (Sara Stoesz), wife of Ed Stoesz. Ed is the grandson of Johann Stoesz whose yard is depicted here. This is where Johann settled in 1877 and raised his family. It is located ca 7 miles North of Butterfield, Minnesota.
This photo is of Maria Falk (nee Maria Stoesz). The photo is thought to have been taken at her wedding. She is wearing a dark dress, necklace and dark head covering.
This photo is of Peter Stoesz and his wife Auguste Stoesz (nee Auguste Claassen). They are seated in a photo studio dressed in fine clothing. Peter is wearing two medals on his chest that he received for his service as <i>Kreis Schreiber</i> (secretary) of the Alt Samara municipal office.
This photo is of Johann Stoesz and his wife Maria Stoesz (nee Maria Heppner) posing for a photo. Maria is wearing a traditional Russian Mennonite head covering and Johann is wearing a suit and tie.
