Donalson/Donaldson in IA / WI, prior to 1872
I am searching for more information about the Donalson/Donaldson branch of my family. I have little information and was looking to see if anyone had more info. The last name varies depending on who you talk to in the family, some include the 'D', some don't.
Oscar Donalson/Donaldson from Maryland, then Wisconsin. MarriesMary Sinnett (dau. of Samuel Sinnett?). At some point they and moved to Iowa, probably the Webster City area.
One of their children was Oscar Fielding Donalson/Donaldson (1872--1958), the others were Elaine, Sadie, and Samuel.
Oscar Fielding Donaldson (he seems to have taken the 'D' with the name) maried Ella Josephine Cameron (b. Benton, Wisconsin area, 12/28/1877-1953) and had 5 children: Ralph, Ruth Mary, Frances Dorothy, Helen Louise, and Margaret.
Any help or information prior to 1872 is appreciated.