James Doren was born in
Kilkenny County, Ireland, May 9, 1839, son of Patrick and
Catherine (Keep) Doren, who were likewise natives of the
Emerald Isle. His father emigrated to America in 1847,
and enlisted in the Mexican war, serving until his death,
which occurred at Fort Dodge, Texas, Aug. 12, 1850; His
mother emigrated to America with her family in 1848, and
to Clayton County in 1849. She is still residing here
with her son James, aged seventy years. The subject of
this sketch was ten years of age when he came to America,
and was married here in 1867 to Julia Dooley, who was
born in New York in 1852. Their union has been blessed
with seven children - Elizabeth, James P., William,
Edward H., John C., Francis B. and Catherine (deceased).
Mr. Doren owns ninety acres of land in Volga Twonship and
three houses and lots in Elkport. He is a member of the
Catholic church, and in his political views is a
Democrat. source: History of Clayton
County, Iowa, 1882, p. 1119-1120 |
June 15, 2005
Researchers Note: James Doran's mother's maiden name was not
Keep, her correct maiden name was Catherine O'Keefe. The correct
spelling of his name is Doran. My grandfather was Edward Henry
Doran, his son. His full name was James Henry Doran. He was born
May 10, 1843 and died on August 3, 1904. He is buried in St.
Michael's Cemetery, Garber, Clayton County, Iowa. Also he
was 5 years old when he migrated to this country. Julia Delia
Dooley was born in Maiden Lane, New York on Nov. 4, 1847 and died
on Aug. 22, 1930 and is buried in Mount Calvary Cemetery in
Dubuque, Iowa. Could you please change this as the information is
not correct per our written family history. Thank you,
Joel S. Madtson
[Joel's email address can be found on the surname
registry for Doran] .