HESS: History of Balser Hess, 1747-1806 and His Descendants 1950Frank E. Hess This book gives a brief background and history of the Hess or Hesse family, with it's origin in Germany, and those who were early immigrants to America. They began to arrive in America prior to 1727. The focus is on the history of Balser Hess, who lived from 1747 1806 and his descendants. (144+30p., Illus, Index, 1950)