BRIGGS: New York Descendants of John Briggs of RI and County Essex, England with 16 Allied Families: A Genealogy of Ten Generations in Americaby Pearl Leona Heck. 1933. 239p The document provides a genealogical account of the Burke and Alvord families, detailing their descendants and historical context. It includes various appendices with information on estate administration, wills, and family connections, highlighting significant individuals and events. The preface emphasizes the importance of factual inquiry over conjecture, aiming to present a comprehensive record for future reference.