In Christoph Schmidt pension application, Eva acknowledges that Carl was born before she and Christoph could obtain a marriage license. I can not make out the reason for this delay. The church records show that Carl was "legitimized" by Christian once they were married and claims that this is binding and sufficient under local law.

1900 census show occupation as Commision Merchant. Living at 1912(?) 14th Street. He owns his home free and clear.

1900 census shows he is Naturalized! find the records.

1900 census shows 1 lost child and only shows 3 children. There is a big gap between Alfred and Herbert. Was this lost child Raymond?

1870 census shows Charles working as a Barber.

Alfred's birth shows father born "Rothenacker lie Schlitz, Saxony".