Our American Farmer Stories
Heartfelt Treasures
The National Society Descendants of American Farmers (NSDOAF) is proud to share Heartfelt Treasures—a collection of personal farming histories written by our members.
These stories illuminate the lives and legacies of American farming families, capturing both firsthand experiences and cherished memories passed down through generations. Each narrative reflects the enduring spirit, resilience, and contributions of our agricultural ancestors.
NSDOAF remains committed to documenting and preserving America’s rich farming heritage.
Below, you’ll find links to individual PDFs—each one a unique story that honors the heart and history of American farming.
Benjamin Franklin & Phebe McBride, by Beverly A. Schuele
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Elias Judy Story, by Linda Mizell
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Farm Girl, by Felicia Wilt​​​
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Growing up on an apple farm in Ransomville, NY, by Jan Johnpier
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Harvey Ashwell Reynolds, by Bill Ritchie
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Jerahmeel Powers, by Pat Thibodeau
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John J. Miles, by Nancy Miles Gillfillan​​​​
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Murder at the Public Spring, by Cynthia Kay Newman McGuffery
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“Out on Big Creek” by Janet Miller Cantrell
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Rooted in Tennessee: My Adams Family Story, by Mary Kate Eckhardt​
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Seed Corn, by Cleta Stewart Riggins
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Samuel Jeferson Widener, by Terry Gale Greer Kramlick
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Samuel Judy Farmer Story, by Linda Mizell
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William Jefferson Milford, by Benjamin Carter Campbell
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William Parks, by Bill Ritchie
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