Elsie Marie Petersen
She was traveling with her mother, Anne, and siblings, Christian and Jens (James). Their mother died shortly before the overland journey. According to James' obituary, all three children crossed the plains with the 1855 Secrist/Guymon Company and, upon their arrival, were cared for by different families.
Born
1846 December 31
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Occurred On 1846 December 31
Traveled in Jacob F. Secrist/Noah T. Guymon Company (1855)
1855 June 13 – September 7 (Age 8) Pioneers in Company
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Started On 1855 June 13
Joined Company
Ended On 1855 September 7
Company Arrived
Died
1938 November 20 (Age 91)
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Elsie Marie Petersen (1846 - 1938) Profile