The Whitehead Family Heritage, 1739-1939 chronicles the lineage of Richard and Mary Grigsby Whitehead, tracing their descendants from England to Canada. The narrative focuses on their grandson, Moses W. Whitehead, who emigrated to Canada around 1837 and settled in Barton, Ontario. It details his marriage to Catherine Wedge in 1847, exploring her potential ancestry linked to a Cayuga chief, and touches upon the family's possible origins in Scotland.

This genealogical history provides a focused account of the Whitehead family's migration and settlement, particularly highlighting the lineage from England to Canada. The narrative emphasizes key individuals and events, such as Moses W. Whitehead's immigration and marriage, and explores potential ancestral links to Scottish heritage and Indigenous Canadian roots. The book serves as a specific record for descendants and those interested in the family's historical trajectory.