Tuesday, March 10, 2009

James Kehoe Baptismal Record Located

Founded by Jesuits in 1733, Old Saint Joseph's Church is the oldest Catholic community in Philadelphia. The baptismal records of the first 6 children of John Kehoe and Mary Dunn are here. For James Kehoe the entry reads: "James George Washington Kehoe, baptized May 28, 1876, son of John Kehoe and Mary Dunn, sponsors William McHenry and Elleanora Connelly, baptized by P. Duddy, S.J.".

2 comments:

Kerthialfad said...

Could it be that Francis was his confirmation name? In which case are his initials JGWFK or JFGWK?

Eileen said...

Yes I would say that "Francis" was his confirmation name. I was also wondering if the "George Washington" was a by product of the nationalism no doubt generated by the Centennial Exhibition that was being hosted by the city of Philadelphia that year.