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Alfred Scharer, 1911 - 1978
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Alfred Scharer in Reading Eagle - Aug 11 1897
Newspaper Name Index, USA, Canada, and Australia
Alfred Scharer in Reading Eagle - Nov 12 1902
Newspaper Name Index, USA, Canada, and AustraliaAlfred Scharer, 1911 - 1978
FamilySearch Family TreeAlfred Scharer, 1877 - 1932
FamilySearch Family TreeAlfred Scharer, born Circa 1900
FamilySearch Family TreeAlfred Scharer, born 1928
FamilySearch Family Tree
Alfred Scharer, born Circa 1874
1940 United States Federal Census
Alfred Scharer, born Circa 1876
1940 United States Federal Census
Alfred Scharer, born Circa 1903
1940 United States Federal Census
Alfred Scharer, born Circa 1899
1940 United States Federal Census
Alfred Scharer, born Circa 1912
1950 United States Federal Census
Alfred Scharer, born Circa 1902
1950 United States Federal Census
Alfred Scharer, born Circa 1873
1950 United States Federal Census
Alfred SCHARER, 1915 - 1977
France Deaths
Alfred Scharer, 1902 - 1986
U.S. Social Security Death Index (SSDI)
Alfred Scharer, born 1878
1900 United States Federal Census
Alfred Scharer, born 1890
1891 Canada Census
Alfred Scharer, born Circa 1928
1930 United States Federal Census
Alfred Scharer, born Circa 1911
1930 United States Federal Census
Alfred Scharer, born Circa 1876
1910 United States Federal Census
Alfred Scharer, born Circa 1879
1920 United States Federal Census
Alfred Scharer
Austria, Vienna, Catholic Church Records
Alfred Matthias Scharer
Austria, Vienna, Catholic Church Records
Alfred SCHARER, born 1885
France, Naturalizations
Alfred Scharer, born Circa 1889
Ellis Island and Other New York Passenger Lists, 1820-1957
Alfred Scharer, born Circa 1919
Ellis Island and Other New York Passenger Lists, 1820-1957
Alfred Scharer
Ellis Island and Other New York Passenger Lists, 1820-1957
Alfred Scharer
Ellis Island and Other New York Passenger Lists, 1820-1957
Alfred Scharer & Fridy Berlinger
New York City Marriage Index, 1866-1937
Alfred Scharer & Emma Breitschopp
New York City Marriage Index, 1866-1937
Alfred Scharer
New York City Marriage License Index 1908-1972Alfred Scharer
New York Castle Garden Immigrants
Alfred Scharer
Germans Immigrating to the United States
Alfred Scharer, born 1936
U.S. Social Security Applications and Claims, 1936-2007
Alfred Scharer, born 1930
U.S. Social Security Applications and Claims, 1936-2007
Alfred Scharer, born 1915
U.S. Social Security Applications and Claims, 1936-2007
Alfred Scharer, born 1936
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The first name Alfred has its origins in Old English, derived from the name Ælfræd, which means "elf counsel" or "wise counselor." It first appeared in Anglo-Saxon England, particularly associated with the legendary King Alfred the Great, who ruled in the late 9th century and is celebrated for his defense against Viking invasions and his contributions to education and legal reform. The name reflects qualities of wisdom and leadership, traits that were highly valued in the early medieval period. Variations of the name can be found across different cultures, including Alfredo in Italian and Spanish, and Alfrede in some Scandinavian languages. The name has also been adapted into modern forms such as Alfie, which is commonly used in English-speaking countries. Overall, Alfred has maintained a sense of historical significance and continues to be a popular name, embodying the virtues of wisdom and strength.
The last name Scharer has its origins in Germany and is derived from the Middle High German word "schar," meaning "to cut" or "to shear," which relates to occupations involving cutting or shearing, such as a tailor or a shepherd. This surname likely first appeared in regions of Germany where such trades were prevalent, particularly in rural areas where wool production was significant. The name may also have connections to the occupation of a "sharer" or "shearer," indicating a person who worked with sheep or textiles. Variations of the surname can be found in different countries and cultures, including Schar, Scharers, and Scharer in various German-speaking regions, as well as adaptations in other languages that reflect local phonetics and spelling conventions. While the name is primarily associated with German-speaking populations, it may also appear in communities that have historical ties to German immigrants. Overall, the surname Scharer encapsulates a rich occupational heritage linked to craftsmanship and rural life.
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