EdK posted the following.
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My Grandfather is the James J Kerrigan referred to as the author of "In the Bright Mohawk Valley". It was a family story and we did not realize that Documentation existed.

James J Kerrigan was born in New York City in 1871. His father and mother were born in Ireland. I have death certificate. He sold sheet music and played the violin. Whole story seerms to come together.
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I take it, Ed, that you are Ed Kerrigan. I'd like to learn more about your grandfather. You can contact me at

garst@chem.uga.edu

Thanks,

John