Jo Ann has now (2006) published "Part II: Onward
from Kentucky" of her Alkire history. Part II follows the Alkires from
Kentucky to Ohio and thence westward and concludes with the Civil War. She researched
the male line of the Alkires through many of the battles of the Civil War.
As in Part I she sets the story of the Alkires within its historical setting:
the westward moving frontieer; the changing nature of the country as it moved
from a subsistence economy to a more modern one; the conflicts that erupted
over land and something of the daily life of the people. There is a chapter
about the War of 1812 and the Alkires who served in state militias. For those
who have read Part I she sets the record straight on the Alkire land in Kentucky.
Maps and some documents are included. If you would like a copy send $20.00 to
Jo Ann Roland; 4601 North Park Avenue #219; Chevy Chase,MD 20815. If you have
questions her e-mail is joannr8@aol.com.
