Arthur John Story1,2

#21373, (1869 - )
FatherAnthony Story2 (1840 - 1929)
MotherEmma Empy2 (1844 - 1926)
Relationship2nd great-grandson of Samuel Fernee
Extended Family
ChartsSamuel Fernee & Mary Harris - collapsible 6 generation descendant chart

Children of Arthur John Story and Gertrude Dow
  • Herbert E Story7
  • Arthur Wellington Story7
BirthArthur John Story was born on 29 Jul 1869 in St Pancras, Middlesex.2
 
BaptismHe was baptized on 10 Oct 1869 in St Mary Hornsey, Middlesex. Anthony, a Solicitor's Clerk, & Emma Story of 12 Mansfield Road, Kentish Town had three children baptised that day: William Anthony (born 1866), Charles Ernest (1867) and Arthur John (1869.)2 
(with Parents) 1871 CensusArthur J Story appeared on the 1871 Census of St Pancras, Middlesex with his parents. He was 18 months old and born in St Pancras.3 
(with Parents) 1881 CensusArthur J appeared on the 1881 Census of St Pancras, Middlesex with his parents. He was 11, a Scholar, and born in St Pancras.4 
Passenger ListArthur J Story was listed on a manifest dated 16 May 1890 for the SS Gallia arriving in New York from Liverpool. He was 20 years old, a carpenter, native of England, immigrant to United States, and had one piece of luggage.5 
1900 CensusArthur J Story appeared on the 1900 Federal Census of Omaha, Douglas County, Nebraska, at 3128 Maple Street, enumerated 1 Jun 1900. He was 30 years old, single, born in July 1869 in England, immigrated in 1889, alien status, occupation Grocer, and he owned his home with a mortgage. No one else was in the household.6 
MarriageHe married Gertrude Dow in May 1904 in Omaha, Nebraska.7,8
 
1910 CensusArthur J and Gertrude Story appeared on the 1910 Federal Census of Omaha, Douglas County, Nebraska, at 6406 North 37th Street, enumerated 15 Apr 1910. Arthur was 40, born in England, immigrated in 1890, naturalized, employed as a carpenter in an incubator shop, and owned his home with a mortgage. Gertrude was 26, born in New Foundland, parents born in New Foundland, immigrated in 1890.
They had been married 7 years, a first marriage for both, and Gertrude had borne 2 children. Their sons were Herbert (5) and Arthur (3), both born in Nebraska. Also with them was Arthur's brother Herbert (22, birthplace England, immigrated 1909, bookkeeper.)7 
1920 CensusArthur J and Gertrude L Story appeared on the 1920 Federal Census of Omaha, Douglas County, Nebraska, at 5015 14th. They owned their home with a mortgage. Arthur was 50, immigrated in 1890, submitted his naturalization papers in 1922. He was born in England and employed as a Shipping Clerk for a Baking Company. Gertrude was 36, immigrated in 1901, alien status, and was born in Newfoundland. Their family included Herbert E (15) and Arthur W (13.)9 
(Mentioned) WillSon Arthur John was mentioned in the will of Anthony Story dated 20 Jul 1928. He was to receive a legacy of £500. If no longer living, £200 each to his sons Herbert E and Arthur Wellington at age 21. His wife Gertie was to receive a legacy of £100.10 
1930 CensusThe family was still together on the 1930 Federal Census of Omaha, Douglas County, Nebraska, at 4051 Grand. They owned their home valued at $5500. J Arthur was 60, first married at age 35, birthplace England, immigrated in 1890, naturalized, and was a Shipping Clerk for a Bakery, not a veteran. Gertrude was 47, first married at 20, born in Newfoundland, parents born in Newfoundland. Their children were Herbert (25, attorney) and W Arthur Jr (23, credit manager). With them was one boarder. Their children Herbert E and Arthur Wellington were living with them.11 
1940 CensusArthur J and Gertrude appeared on the 1930 Federal Census of Omaha, Douglas County, Nebraska, at 4736 41st Street. Gertrude supplied the information to the census taker. Arthur was 70, had an eight grade education, was born in England, naturalized, no occupation. Gertrude was 57, had an 8th grade education, and was born in Newfoundland. It was recorded that they lived in Omaha in 1935 but at a different address. With them was their son Herbert E (35, single, attorney.12 
Last Edited30 Jul 2017

Citations

  1. FreeBMD. Arthur John Story, Sep Q 1869, Pancras RD.
  2. Baptisms of St Mary Hornsey, Middlesex. Register at London Metropolitan Archives. Image viewed at Ancestry. 1869, #1339, 1340 & 1341.
  3. 1871 Census for England & Wales, RG10/256 folio 26.
  4. 1881 Census for England & Wales, RG11/219 folio 70.
  5. New York Passenger Arrivals, images (www.ancestry.com) "Arthur J Story, SS Gallia, 16 May 1890."
  6. 1900 Federal Census for United States, Nebraska, Douglas County, Omaha Ward 6, ED 63, Page 1A. Image viewed at Ancestry.com.
  7. 1910 Federal Census for United States, Nebraska, Douglas County, Omaha Ward 12, ED 88, Page 16A. Image viewed at Ancestry.com.
  8. Blog entry "Omaha Area Marriages" (transcribed index entries). DOW, Gertrude; 22, md Arthur John STORY; 32; May 1904 14280. Site accessed August 2013.
  9. 1920 Federal Census for United States, Nebraska, Douglas County, Omaha Ward 12, ED 127, Pages 1B & 2A. Image viewed at Ancestry.com.
  10. Will of Anthony Story of Gospel Oak, Middlesex, 20 July 1928, proved in the Principal Probate Registry, 12 September 1929.
  11. 1930 Federal Census for United States, Nebraska, Douglas County, Omaha, ED 133, Page 63A. Image viewed at Ancestry.com.
  12. 1940 Federal Census for United States, Nebraska, Douglas County, Omaha, ED 94-196, Page 16B. Image viewed at Ancestry.com.