Zeitungsreise: Living History

Chronicle

January 1827

Overview
In January 1827, publications featured a three-part historical treatise on Katzenstein Castle above Maia near Merano. The articles trace the ownership history of the estate from the 14th century until its transition to peasant ownership in 1817. Key noble families, their documents, coats of arms, and genealogical details are thoroughly documented.

Articles

Der Bote für Tirol1819–18295 tags

The Owners of Katzenstein Castle (Conclusion)

The concluding installment of the historical account of Katzenstein Castle details its 1774 acquisition by Baron Johann Joseph von Priami and his wife Elisabeth von Waid. Alongside genealogical records, a description of the family crest, and a tombstone inscription, it commemorates the couple's charitable deeds prior to the castle passing to Joseph Wenter and subsequently into peasant ownership in 1817.

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