I've "rescued" an old photograph of Florence Hattie WEST which was taken at the Holverson Studio in Garretson, SD sometime in the early 1900's. Florence appears to be about 6 years old at the time the photograph was taken. Based on limited research I was able to gather the following information regarding Florence and her family:
Florence Hattie WEST was b. 23 Jul 1897 in Minnesota to parents Webster Judson WEST (1866-1926) and Alice Effie M. BLAIR (b. 27 Dec 1865 in St. Charles-d. 1926). Florence was one of 5 children born to this couple including, Beatrice Ione G.; Burr Webster; Thorne Deleval; Florence Hattie; and Eugene B. WEST, all born between 1890 and 1902. Florence married Newland Obed SHANKS (b. 21 Sept 1881 or 1882 in Missouri-d. 28 Apr 1958 in Orange, CA) and together they had a daughter, Eugenie SHANKS b. 1906. Florence died in San Clemente, CA on 3 Jun 1983.
I am hoping to locate someone from this family so that the photograph can be returned to their care. If you are a member of this family, or you know someone who might be, please contact me.
Thanks,
Shelley
Date & Place:
in Garretson, Minnehaha County, South Dakota 57030, United States