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John and Katharina Benner
Johannes (John) Benner was born in Norka, Russia, on February 1, 1887, the son of Conrad Benner and Anna Meier.
John and his wife Katharina Fink and baby daughter Katharina immigrated to the United States in 1908. The family moved to Portland around 1912-13, where several of Katharine's siblings were already living.
John and his wife Katharina Fink and baby daughter Katharina immigrated to the United States in 1908. The family moved to Portland around 1912-13, where several of Katharine's siblings were already living.
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Information and photograph courtesy of Karen McCloney.
Last updated October 26, 2023