WISCONSIN: Biographical Sketches of Old Settlers and Prominent People of Wisconsin, Volume 1by Huffman and Hyer. 1899. 298p Eliza Thankful Burnham married in 1843 and had seven children, contributing to the growth of her family in Wisconsin. Her family history includes two brothers who served in the Civil War, both of whom are now deceased, highlighting the sacrifices made during that tumultuous period in American history. Miles T. Alverson moved to Wisconsin in 1854 and became a prominent teacher, later advancing to the position of cashier.