Kane (Family : Kane, Thomas L. (Thomas Leiper), 1822-1883)
Dates
- Existence: 1853-
Biographical History
The Thomas L. Kane (1822-1883) and Elizabeth Kane (1836-1909) family was a prominent family from Pennsylvania, and friends of members to The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in the 19th Century.
The Kane family was a prominent family of politicians, lawyers, and doctors in Pennsylvania. Thomas L. Kane (1822-1883) was born in Philadelphia to John K. Kane (1795-1858), judge and politician in the city. In 1853, Thomas married Elizabeth Dennistown Wood (1836-1909), and they had four children: Harriet, Elisha, Evan, and William, who later changed his name to Thomas after the death of his father. Thomas L. Kane was a friend of Brigham Young and other members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and helped facilitate their migration to Utah, and forged a compromise that kept the Utah War of 1857-58 from escalating to bloodshed. Elizabeth Kane wrote a book on her visit to Utah and interaction with members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints during the winter of 1872-73, titled "Twelve Mormon Homes." Following the Civil War, the Kane family moved to western Pennsylvania to found the town of Kane, Pennsylvania.
Citation:
UPB files, Oct. 24, 2016 (The Kane family was a prominent family of politicians, lawyers, and doctors in Pennsylvania. Thomas L. Kane (1822-1883) was born in Philadelphia to John K. Kane (1795-1858), judge and politician in the city. In 1853 he married Elizabeth Dennistown Wood (1836-1909), and they had four children: Harriet, Elisha, Evan, and William, who later changed his name to Thomas after the death of his father. Thomas L. Kane was a friend of Brigham Young and other members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and helped facilitate their migration to Utah, and forged a compromise that kept the Utah War of 1857-58 from escalating to bloodshed. Elizabeth Kane wrote a book on her visit to Utah and interaction with the members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints during the winter of 1872-73, title "Twelve Mormon Homes." Following the Civil War, the Kane family moved to western Pennsylvania to found the town of Kane, Pennsylvania)Kane family photographs and albums, approximately 1830-1920
Wikipedia, via WWW, Apr. 17, 2013 (Thomas L. Kane (1822-1883); b. in Philadelphia, Pa.; son of John K. Kane; m. 1853 to Elizabeth Dennistown Wood (1836-1909), four children; est. Kane, Pa. after Civil War)
Found in 11 Collections and/or Records:
E. Kent Kane general research on the Kane family, 1851-1982
Contains typescripts, articles, notes, pamphlets, and correspondence gathered by Kane on the history of the Kane family. Materials date from between 1851 and 1982.
E. Kent Kane papers, 1830-1982
Contains materials documenting the life and Kane family history research conducted by E. Kent Kane. Includes materials on Kane's personal relationship with Mormon leaders, research files, and related items. Items date from between 1830 and 1982.
E. Kent Kane research on Elisha Kent Kane, 1858-1973
Contains correspondence, biographical sketches, notes, and other materials gathered by Kane related to his research on Elisha Kent Kane (1820-1857). Materials date from between 1858 and 1973.
E. Kent Kane research on Elisha Kent Kane, 1907-1961
Contains clippings, notes, and other materials gathered by Kane relating to his research on Elisha Kent Kane (1856-1935). Materials date from between 1907 and 1961.
E. Kent Kane research on the Kane family, 1830-1982
Contains correspondence, articles, notes, clippings, and other research materials gathered by Kane in the course of his family history research. Includes information on various family members, their activities, and accomplishments. Materials date from between 1830 and 1982.
E. Kent Kane research on the Leiper family, 1915-1977
Contains correspondence, genealogical notes, and other materials gathered by Kane on the Leiper family. Materials date from between 1915 and 1977.
E. Kent Kane research on Thomas L. Kane, 1846-1977
Contains correspondence, biographical sketches, clippings, and notes gathered by Kane on the life of Thomas L. Kane (1822-1883). Materials date from between 1846 and 1977.
Kane family manuscripts, letters, and other material, 1815-1874
Contains manuscript accounts, letters, notes, speeches, and other materials relating to the Kane family, the development of western Pennsylvania, and Thomas L. Kane's principles. Materials date from between 1815 and 1874.
Kane family notes, cards, and other material, 1849-1866
Contains a letter, several notes, picture cards, and a botanical pressing found within printed works in the Kane family collection. The letter is concerns a trial and injustice in the life of Thomas L. Kane and is signed by his aunt. The notes include copied scriptural and lyrical passages, as well as notes on a book concerning genealogy. The picture cards depict religious scenes. Materials date from 1849 to the late 19th century.
Kane family papers on railroads, 1856-1932
Contains correspondence, notes, daybooks, and other materials relating to the Kane family's involvement in railroad development in McKean County, including the Philadelphia and Erie Railroad, the Kinzua Viaduct Railroad, the New York and Erie Railroad, and the Pennsylvania Railroad Company. Materials date from between 1856 and 1932.