
TEETER: Ancestors and Descendants of Benjamin Franklin Teeter, Including Names of Some Relatives (Softcover)
by B F Teeter. 1957. 28p
This book provides an extensive genealogical account of several families, primarily focusing on the Teter, Wimer, Nelson, and Shreve families. It includes detailed information about the ancestors and descendants of these families, tracing back to George Teter, a pioneer from Wuttenberg, Germany, who settled in Pendleton County, West Virginia, around 1760. The records detail the lineage of George Teter's children, who each married into the Hinkle family, and the subsequent generations that spread across various states, including Maryland, Pennsylvania, Texas, and California.
Particular attention is given to the Teter branch of the family, with information on the migrations and name changes that occurred over time. For instance, it notes that the family name was changed from Teter to Teeter by one of the descendants when they moved from West Virginia to Maryland in 1913. The document also includes personal accounts from relatives such as Anna Rebecca Morral, who provided valuable historical insights due to her long life and strong memory at 92 years of age.
Furthermore, the document references several family members' contributions to society, including religious service, military service during World War I, and various professions such as teaching and farming. It also outlines the family's involvement in church activities, particularly the efforts to establish a Brethren Church in Flintstone, Maryland, in the early 20th century. Overall, the document serves as a comprehensive family history, offering an intricate view of the family's past and its spread across the United States.