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Katharina and Her Chester Cobbler

April 20, 2026

Our German Family Tree led me to today’s story because the main character was born 200 years ago. However, the only place where I found her date of birth is on her gravestone. I believe that she was actually born on that day, but this leads me to point out the fact that it is … More Katharina and Her Chester Cobbler

Rev. Martin and Min in Minnesota

November 4, 2021

It’s actually the birthday of a girl that leads us to a story about an East Perry County native who became a pastor that served most of his years of ministry in Minnesota. Her name was Emilie Marie Schaefer who was born on November 4, 1880. She was the daughter of Henry and Mary (Hopfer) … More Rev. Martin and Min in Minnesota

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Katharina and Her Chester Cobbler

Rev. Martin and Min in Minnesota