Part I.b

Anita Barreras

great-grandmother

Biography

Anita Barreras, was born on January 2, 1881, in the New Mexico Territory during a period of significant transition in the American Southwest. Her birth came just over two decades after the United States acquired the territory following the Mexican-American War under the Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo in 1848. The region was characterized by its diverse cultural heritage, with a strong presence of Hispanic settlers like her parents Desiderio Barreras and Maria Torres, who were both natives of the territory. She grew up with at least one sister, known as Maria de S. or Juana.

This post was updated on 27 April 2024. Added section on the Albuquerque Indian School.

Part I.a

Jose Vigil

great-grandfather

Biography

Jose Vigil's birth in 1876 came just over a decade after the conclusion of the American Civil War, during a period known as Reconstruction. His place of birth, Tome, was situated in the New Mexico Territory, which had been ceded to the United States by Mexico under the Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo in 1848 following the Mexican-American War.

Simona Tapia

great aunt

Biography

Born on April 25, 1893, in the quaint town of Pueblitos, Valencia County, New Mexico, Antonio Tapia came into the world as the sixth child of Juan and Martina Tapia, and half-sister of my grandmother, Josephine Tapia Vigil.

At the heart of Simona's story lies the vibrant mosaic of Hispanic culture in the American Southwest.

Antonio Tapia

great uncle

Biography

Born on June 12, 1890, in the quaint town of Pueblitos, Valencia County, New Mexico, Antonio Tapia came into the world as the fifth child of Juan and Martina Tapia. 

Antonio's life unfolded against the backdrop of the late 19th and early 20th centuries, a time marked by profound shifts in social, economic, and political landscapes.

PART IV

Cecilia Tapia

great aunt

The saga of Cecilia and John's life story continues with Part IV.  In the last installment, we witnessed the birth of Mary LaRose in June of 1921, marking a pivotal moment in their familial tapestry. 

Explore the challenges, joys, and historical backdrops that shaped their family dynamic. From cultural nuances to personal triumphs, this post promises to unravel new dimensions in their compelling story.

PART III

Cecilia Tapia

great aunt

1919-1920

Following the birth of their son, Joseph, Cecilia and John relocated to Gallup, New Mexico. Gallup, intricately tied to the railroad and coal mining, experienced notable economic and cultural changes during this period. Serving as a crucial hub in the early 20th-century railroad expansion, the town played a pivotal role in fostering economic growth and welcoming diverse populations, shaping its unique historical landscape.

PART II

Cecilia Tapia

great aunt

The historical trail of Cecilia and Jacobo Luna goes somewhat dark after the 1910 Census until December 1912, when Cecilia takes a significant step by entering into her second marriage with John La Rosa.

Considering Cecilia's remarriage, we're faced with two primary possibilities. Firstly, she might have initiated a legal divorce from Jacobo Luna, a process that could be reflected in the historical records of the time.

PART I

Cecilia Tapia

great aunt

Biography

Born on January 22, 1888, in the quaint town of Pueblitos, Valencia County, New Mexico, Cecilia Tapia came into the world as the fourth child of Juan and Martina Tapia. In the vibrant tapestry of late 19th-century New Mexico, she would go on to weave a unique story that encompassed love, family, and the rich cultural milieu of her time.

Daniel Tapia

great uncle

Biography

In the tapestry of our family history, each thread tells a unique story. Today, let's unravel the narrative of Daniel Tapia, the third child born to Juan and Martina Tapia in the vibrant landscape of late 19th-century New Mexico.

When Daniel Tapia was born in June 1885 in Pueblitos, New Mexico, his father, Juan, was 29 and his mother, Martina, was 22.

PART  II

Severa Tapia

great aunt

___________________________________________________________________________________

History Timeline [3]

1906 - San Francisco earthquake leaves 500 dead or missing and destroys about 4 sq mi of the city.
Loading