Robbinsdale Historical Society
Sharing Your Past To Build Our Future
Alfred Parker was born in Maine in 1824, the son of a Methodist clergyman. He served in the Mexican-American War, participating in the campaign from New Orleans to Matamoros. In 1849, Parker joined the California … Read more
Coming of a family who for generations have “served with the colors,” it was inevitable that Amy (Robbins) Ware should take part in the World War as soon as her own country became involved, and … Read more
1918 On January 19 Mr. J. Bloberger, Hall Custodian, reported “his supply of wood and coal was running short and he didn’t know if he could get any more” so the Council instructed him … Read more
Amy Robbins Ware, Robbinsdale, daughter of Andrew Bonney Robbins, Civil War Volunteer and Adelaide Walker, Civil War nurse; lineal descendants of Mayflower Pilgrims and Revolutionary officers; educated in U. of M., B. S., botany, chemistry, … Read more
On a high shelf under a stack of age-old maps and scrapbooks, we came across a little old album. There were just under 50 photos neatly arranged on black paper, framed by captions and comments … Read more