Brief Life History of Rose Jane
Rose Jane Gragg was born on 22 March 1875. She died on 16 November 1954, in Eaton, Michigan, United States, at the age of 79, and was buried in Sunfield Cemetery, Sunfield, Sunfield Township, Eaton, Michigan, United States.
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World Events (3)
1876 · The First Worlds Fair in the U.S.
Age 1
The First official World's Fair, was held to celebrate the 100th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence in Philadelphia. 37 Countries provided venues for all to see.
1876 · The Battle of Little Bighorn
Age 1
An armed conflict between the Lakota, Northern Cheyenne, and Arapaho tribes and the 7th Cavalry of the US Army. The battle was the most significant action of the Great Sioux War of 1876.
1879 · New State Capitol Building Dedicated
Age 4
After the second state capitol had been destroyed, Michigan Governor Henry P. Baldwin initiated the passing of a bill that would cover the costs for a new building. The bill was adopted and raised over $1 million by a six year state income tax. Architect Elijah E. Myers' design named Tuebor, or I will defend, was selected and he was commissioned to design the new capitol building. The renaissance revival brick and sandstone building soared 267 feet from the ground and was dedicated on January 1, 1879.
Name Meaning
English: variant of Gregg and possibly also of Cragg .
Dictionary of American Family Names © Patrick Hanks 2003, 2006.
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