The birthday boy for today is George Friedrich Doering, who was born on September 3, 1889. That makes today his 137th birthday. George was the son of Henry and Emilie (Petzoldt) Doering. Before I move on, as far as I can tell, George’s mother was not related to the Petzoldt’s that are normally highlighted on … More Pastor Lehr’s Daughter Marries Altenberg Doering
Today’s post is a continuation of yesterday’s story, Lehr on the Move. The post today will probably not be as long, but it will tell the story of J.W. Lehr’s later ministry in Missouri and his marriage to his second wife. Going off of yesterday’s post, J.W. Lehr was installed at Immanuel Lutheran Church in … More Lehr on the Move, pt. 2
I have decided to give Warren the day off today. I have a story I have been working on for a few months that I have been inspired to write for multiple reasons. The focus of today’s post is Rev. Johann Wilhelm Lehr. Today is the 80th anniversary of his death. He was also a … More Lehr on the Move
