Thomas Nichter, godparent, birth of George Adam Kohler / Graben 10 Nov 1750 film 4137289 page 472
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Mejor Respuesta
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Hi Mr. G,
Translation:
On the 10th of November 1750, a little son of Johann Adam Koehler, citizen and farmer, from his wife Maria Margar[etha], née Schollin, was born into the world, so thereafter was baptized and named Georg Adam. Baptismal sponsors are: Christoph Wenz, citizen and farmer, Thomas Nichtern, "Beÿsitzer", with wife.
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Respuestas
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Robert, it must be a little annoying to be reminded that you are a "non-citizen" wherever you go. Thanks for all the time you are spending with me today. I appreciate every single translation. Kent
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Robert, When you look at the bottom of the document you see Thomas Nichtern's child Catharina Barbara Nichtern. We find that Adam Koehler served as Thomas's godparent and visa versa. Small world. Kent
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Yes, small communities = small world.
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Re: being reminded constantly about being a non-citizen:
Illegitimacy also tended to follow the person throughout life in their vital records.
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Robert, I agree. Philipp Scholl who was illegitimate didn't seem to suffer at all. A German researcher said sometimes illegitimate children had their records turned upside down. Also guilds tended to not welcome these children. However Philipp Scholl learned the trade of shoemaker in Graben and used that trade when he immigrated to New York City in about 1848. His status didn't seem to slow him down at all.
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Yes, I have seen upside down and sideway parish records for illegitimate children.
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