Category Archives: Stories

Wise Guys

Just a quick note to let everyone know I have uploaded all of Cousin Mike’s research for you to look at and enjoy. Here’s how to access the information: 1. Click on the Document Gallery tab at the top of … Continue reading

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Two heads of cabbage and why I write Knapp Notes

I began writing Knapp Notes in 2010 with four goals: To teach myself WordPress. For those of you that don’t know, I am a writer by trade. And for writers, blogs are where we shine nowadays. To share my genealogy … Continue reading

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The plagues of Egypt

OK, I have to share a 2010 Knapp Family Reunion story of my own. My stepson flew in from Atlanta last week (Thursday) so he could attend the reunion. When he awakened on Friday morning, he had an unexpected roommate. It … Continue reading

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Protected: Audio Post: Twin Coach, Indy race cars, B-24s and Arizona

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Mom, Aunt Grace and Euchre

Gary Knapp sent me this great story about his Mom (Florence Kline Knapp), and her sister, his Aunt Grace Kline Gray, during their card-playing days in the 50’s and 60’s. I will also post a copy on the Stories tab, … Continue reading

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John Adam Knapp

This is a story about John Adam KNAPP, the “other” Knapp brother. John Adam Knapp was born 21 Oct 1800 in Wald-Erlenbach, Hesse-Darmstadt, Germany. He died 14 May 1885.  He arrived in America in August of 1832. He resided in … Continue reading

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