Person Information
-
Show Citations
David Booth Shepard
Birth: 10-1-1820
Death: 3-18-1904
Alternate Surname: Shepherd
Biography
Mentioned in 18481224FMS_AHS1, possibly. David, was a farmer in New York. David Shepard was experiencing some health problems that prohibited him from continuing farm operations, and he decided to relocate to Battle Creek in 1849. Charles Shepard hoped to work the sharp mechanically minded David into the firm, but David chose instead to seek his fortune and fame in the California Gold Rush of 1849-1850. David Shepard did not find gold in California and returned to Battle Creek at the urging of his brother
Letter References
Citations
Biography and Citation Information:
Biography:
Mentioned in 18481224FMS_AHS1, possibly. David, was a farmer in New York. David Shepard was experiencing some health problems that prohibited him from continuing farm operations, and he decided to relocate to Battle Creek in 1849. Charles Shepard hoped to work the sharp mechanically minded David into the firm, but David chose instead to seek his fortune and fame in the California Gold Rush of 1849-1850. David Shepard did not find gold in California and returned to Battle Creek at the urging of his brother
Citation Type:
Website
Citation URL:
https://www.farmcollector.com/steam-traction/history-of-nichols-shepard-port-huron
Website Viewing Date:
Monday, May 7, 2018 - 12:30
Website's Last Modified Date:
Monday, May 7, 2018 - 12:30
Citation for Birth Info:
Citation Type:
Website
Citation URL:
https://www.ancestrylibrary.com/family-tree/person/tree/47814156/person/27786820770/facts
Website Viewing Date:
Monday, May 7, 2018 - 12:30
Website Last Modified Date:
Monday, May 7, 2018 - 12:30
Citation for Death Info:
Citation Type:
Website
Citation URL:
https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/15326944/david-shepard
Website Viewing Date:
Monday, May 7, 2018 - 12:30
Website Last Modified Date:
Monday, May 7, 2018 - 12:30