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CALBREATH, JOHNSTON posted by Glenn Smith on Monday, February 2, 1998

Need more information on William and Ann JOHNSTON, who were early members of the Tinkling Spring Church in Augusta County. They had two known children; Margaret JOHNSTON, b. abt. 1740, who married Thomas CALBREATH, and Zachariah JOHNSTON, b. abt. 1742, who married Ann Robertson. I would like to exchange documented information on these families. gsmith@azalea.net

LONG posted by Sitter on Monday, February 2, 1998

I am looking for information on Richard LONG born 1761 in Augusta Co. would like to find out who his parents are for sure: thought to have been William LONG and Anne would appreciate any information about where they might have come from

MCMURTERY, PATTON posted by Dianne Snyder Rutherford on Monday, February 2, 1998

I am trying to find information on Jacob PATTON born about 1714 in Augusta Co. Va. He married Jennet B. They had a daughter named Susannah PATTON who married Joseph MCMURTERY. I would appreciate any information. Thanks in advance.

FIREBAUGH, REED posted by Mike Reed on Monday, February 2, 1998

Seek information on REED and FIREBAUGH families of Augusta Co. Specifically Archibald REED and Margaret FIREBAUGH

HARNER, SHANER posted by TKShaner on Monday, February 2, 1998

Looking for information on Anna HARNER from Augusta Co. VA, m. George B. SHANER. George (b. 1802, d. 21-DEC-1864 Rockbridge Co. VA) and Anna had a son Joseph F. SHANER (b. 16-May-1841, d. 3-DEC-1904). George and Anna are my GGG Grandparents and I am looking for further information on them and their families

DEHART posted by Julia on Monday, February 2, 1998

Interested in info about Simon DEHART who is said to have died in Augusta Co in 1791. Also, would like info about Battle of Point Pleasant which took place Oct 10, 1774. Looking for Gabriel DEHART, son of Simon, who took part in the battle & was killed. Thanks.

BERRY, RUMSEY posted by Anne Young on Monday, February 2, 1998

Anyone know of a John Edward BERRY b. 1808 possibly Augusta or Rockingham Co. He married Catharine RUMSEY in 1828 in Rockingham Co. First son John Lewis BERRY b. 1829 Augusta Co.?

GABBERT, HANGER, ROBINSON posted by Steven Hiatt on Saturday, February 7, 1998

Who was Nancy ROBINSON, who marr. Jacob HANGER c. 1800? Jacob was a son of Peter HANGER and Hannah GABBERT, b. 1773, d. Knox Co., Ohio 1834. Jacob left Augusta Co., c. 1808, and remarried in Ohio in 1813.

DEJARNETTE, DUNBAR posted by Amy Connell on Saturday, February 7, 1998

I am looking for any information on the DEJARNETTE and DUNBAR surname in Augusta, particularly a Cynthia DEJARNETTE b abt 1787 in Augusta, dau of Richard DEJARNETTE. She married William DUNBAR in 1819 in Botetourt County, any info appreciated. Please e-mail! Thanks!

BYAS, BYERS posted by Alan S. Bias on Saturday, February 7, 1998

Researching the reported connection between James BYAS of Amherst and his BYERS uncles and nephews who settled Augusta County and surrounding areas.

BEALL posted by Rita Meistrell on Saturday, February 7, 1998

Thomas Paul BEALL , son of Henry T. BEALL and ??, was born on an estate outside Staunton, VA on Dec. 6, 1871. He is NOT listed in the Staunton birth records. Does anyone have any idea as to what "estate" this might be or where else the birth might have been recorded?

MADISON posted by Sandra Nolan on Sunday, February 8, 1998

Does anyone have any information on the line of John MADISON, First County Clerk of Augusta? Specifically, I am looking for his will and names of his children.

CAMPBELL, KENNEDY posted by WoodWP on Sunday, February 8, 1998

Attempting to locate any information on Joseph KENNEDY whose son William was born 15Mar1733 in Augusta County and married Martha CAMPBELL bef1761.

HELMS, SHELTON posted by Mary Hayes on Friday, February 13, 1998

I am interested in information on my gggrandfather a Richard HELMS who was born in Augusta Co. He married a Sarah SHELTON on 4/7/1834 in Augusta Co. I believe his parents are James and Elizabeth (Betsy) HELMS. I would like any information you may have on them, their ancestors, children or spouses. Thank you Mary M. Hayes hayes@jcn1.com De Soto Mo. 63020

CRAWFORD, ENGALD posted by Sharon Bowie on Friday, February 13, 1998

I am looking for information on James CRAWFORD b. 1735 Augusta Co., VA m 1757 Betsy ENGALD. Their children were Moses, Joseph, John, Jesse, Colby,Samuel, Vineyard, Russel, Sallie, Betsy, Casander, Rachel, and Polly. If you have any information regarding these people or you might point me to someone who does I would be very grateful. Thanks in advance, Sharon

CALBREATH, PATTERSON posted by Glenn Smith on Friday, February 13, 1998

PATTERSON-CALBREATH James F. PATTERSON married Elizabeth M. CALBREATH in Augusta Co. on 27 December 1854. This couple appears on the 1860 Federal census, 1st Dist., pg. 87, with two daughters Sarah Ann, age 2, and Rebecca Susan, age 2 mo., and Elizabeth's sister, Anna CALBREATH, age 40. This is the last record I have on them. Does anyone have any additional info on this family? Glenn Smith, gsmith@azalea.net

MESSERSMITH, WAGGONER posted by Edwin E Wagner on Friday, February 13, 1998

Need Information on Peter WAGGONER b:ca 1781 Rockingham or Shenabdoah county? Died Nov-Dec 1811 Augusta County VA Will bk. 11, p61 dated 13 Nov 1811 Proved 23 Dec 1811 Buried: probably on his farm , there was a plot set aside in his will Married Peggy MESSERSMITH 6 Apr 1802 Augusta County VA. Children were Mary, John, William I find no farther information but a Daniel WAGGONER wittnessed his will!!! WHO WAS Daniel?? his brother, uncle, cousin, Father, I will use anything I can find to research this farther,

BEARD, HATFIELD posted by mike moss on Friday, February 13, 1998

Searching for info on Sarah HATFIELD who mar. Robert BEARD 8-16-1790 Augusta Co. Then to Abbeville SC, and Madison Co. Ga. Need parents or any info. Mike Moss moss@ellijay.com

LEE posted by Vernon E. Stinson on Friday, February 13, 1998

LEE, Zachariah, Zepheniah, William Sr, William Jr, Bolen(er)--These LEEs were in Augusta(later Rockingham) during the Revolution. Does anyone know of the connection between them? Does anyone know anything of their families? Vern (vstinson@mail.ctaz.com)

MCMULLIN, REED, ROBINSON posted by Pat on Sunday, February 15, 1998

I'm searching for info on the MCMULLIN line Edward MCMULLIN born abt 1735 Augusta Co., VA Married first ? Married Sarah ROBINSON May 16, 1759 Died 1788 Botetourt Co According to will probated June 1788, names children by first wife John, Elizabeth, Margaret & Agnes Children by Sarah James, Edward, Joseph, Samuel, Sampson, Lovia, Jean, Esther, Sarah, Lettice and Mary Edward II married Sarah REED, daughter of William and Rutha REED. Any info will be greatly appreciated. Really looking for first Edward's and Sarah parents. Have info on the Edward line to Gallia Co., OH. Hope to hear from anyone with into on this line.

EDWARDS, WITHROW posted by Mark Gardner on Monday, February 16, 1998

I am searching for information on Arthur EDWARDS , born Aug 16 1744 in Augusta Co. VA., married Jane WITHROW , June 15 1775.

SHOEMAKER posted by Judith Paul on Monday, February 16, 1998

Does anyone know of a place called "Block Gap" or "Brock Gap" VA? My ancestors SHOEMAKER supposedly came to Ohio from there. Thanks.

SHAFER, YANCEY posted by Sue Moyer Chism on Monday, February 16, 1998

SHAFER surname. Searching for information on Layton Yancey SHAFER, born c.1855-1865 Staunton, Virginia. His parents were ? SHAFER married to Sarah YANCEY, c. 1825-1835. Thank you.

ARMSTRONG, BOWEN, JAMESON posted by Renee Schaeffe on Monday, February 16, 1998

Looking for any information on ARMSTRONG, Robert or James. Robert ARMSTRONG lived for some time in Augusta Co. where he was a surveyor and lawyer. Many early wills were executed by Robert. During the Revolutionary War he was in the companies under Capt. Geo. Moffett in 1777, Capt. James Trimble from 1778 to 1780 and later Capt. James Bell. Removed to Greenbrier Co, VA in 1783. In 1793, he removed to Mason Co., KY. as did his brother James. Other families connected are JAMESON and BOWEN. Renee Schaeffer 14817 23rd Pl. West Lynnwood, Wa. 98037

MICHAEL, SHAFFER, WILLIIAMS posted by Shirley Michael on Friday, February 20, 1998

Looking for info about the descendants and siblings of John MICHAEL, SR. b. c1760 married to Elizabeth WILLIIAMS 1780 prob. in PA and 2nd Elizabeth SHAFFER 1803 Augusta Co, VA. John was the son of Frederick MICHAEL and Elizabeth ??. Frederick and Elizabeth's children were: John, Sr. b. c1760, (Williams, Shaffer) Frederick b. 1765, (Rust) Jacob b. 1766, (Rust) George b. 8/29/1766, (Heine) Susan b. 1767, (Simmons) William b. 3/25/1768, (Harper) Elizabeth b. 1770, (Daggey) Christian b. 1775, (Messersmith) Magdalena b. 1776, (George Weikel, Sr) Ann b. 1777, (Philip Weikel) Mary Margaret b. 1784, (George Moyer). Will be happy to exchange information.

DOHERTY, GOFORTH posted by Dianne Burnette Kenna on Friday, February 20, 1998

Searching for ancestors of George DOHERTY, b18 Jan 1749, Augusta Co., VA, d 27 May 1833 Jefferson Co. TN. Md Priscilla GOFORTH, b ca 1757 maybe Augusta Co., d ca 21 May 1822 Jefferson Co. TN. George was a Capt in the Rev. War and a Brig Gen in the War of 1812. He spent most of his life in what became Jefferson Co. and was active in local civil affairs. Children: Priscilla, Rachel, Dorcas, George Jr., James Tennessee, William, and Jenny. George's is thought to be of Irish descent. Any help appreciated.

FUNKHOUSER, MARTIN posted by Pam Yates on Friday, February 20, 1998

MARTIN, FUNKHOUSER Mary "Polly" MARTIN b abt 1804 md John FUNKHOUSER 13 Jun 1826 in Augusta Co, VA. Any info on her parents (or her) would be greatly appreciated.

CALBREATH, WALLACE posted by James Wm. Wallace on Friday, February 20, 1998

Looking for parents of Andrew WALLACE. He married Margaret CALBREATH 3 march 1796 in Augusta County, VA. They were in Augusta until 1801 as they appeared there for a property settlement. The next appearance is in Smith County, Tennessee where a Son, Thomas M. WALLACE is born in 1805. Margaret CALBREATH WALLACE is listed in the census of 1840 & 1850 but not Andrew and is presumed to be deceased before then. Any information regarding Andrew WALLACE or other children of Andrew and Margaret will be appreciated. Will share information.

PAUFF, PICKLE, POFF, PUFF posted by Barb Stanley on Friday, February 20, 1998

I am looking for the marriage date for Peter POFF, PAUFF, PUFF or any other spelling to Elizabeth PICKLE about 1790 in Augusta County, Va. Thanks.

TROUT, TROUTT posted by lady on Saturday, February 21, 1998

I am trying to locate any information on the following TROUT(T) family members. I am especially interested in William Henry TROUTT, George C. TROUTT and Henry Shelton TROUTT. These are my "many" great grandfathers. I have contacted the courthouse at Staunton only to be referred to a professional genealogist. They would not look up anything for me. Thanks in advance for any information on birth, marriage, death records, wills, land grants, etc. Lynda Troutt Murphy

VININGER, WININGER posted by Gary Lopes on Saturday, February 21, 1998

Information on WININGER: Any information on William WININGER born in Augusta County, VA in 1773. Father was Nicolaus WININGER or VININGER from Lancaster County. PA.

GREGORY, MANTY, MENTY, VINES, WILSON posted by HISTMOM on Sunday, February 22, 1998

GREGORY, Phillip John "PJ" b abt 1820 Albemarle Co d abt 1900 Wythe Co m bef 1842 married 1st or 2nd cousin WILSON, Rhoda MENTY/MANTY b 1824 prob Prince Edward Co d 1870 to 1883 Wythe Co First 3 children born in Augusta Co and the next two in Rockbridge maybe do to a change in 'County Lines', GREGORY, Thomas b Nov 5, 1796 prob Rockbridge d Sept 18, 1881 prob Rockbridge married VINES, Frances Elizabert "Jenny" b Oct 24, 1796 VA d June 26, 1876 prob Rockbridge Some children born in Albemarle, then Augusta then Rockbridge then Augusta again.

EAGON, LOURY, YANCEY, YOST posted by Sharon Loury on Sunday, February 22, 1998

Researching the following families: Samson EAGON, b. MD 1769, m. Rebecca YOST (d/o Henry YOST) 1796, Augusta Co; Rebecca EAGON (d/o Samson & Rebecca Yost EAGON) b. 1802, Augusta Co, m. Samuel B LOURY, 1820 Staunton, VA-- they removed to Covington, VA by 1822. I am also researching a brother of Rebecca EAGON: Dr John EAGON, (s/o Samson & Rebecca Yost EAGON), b. ca 1798, Augusta Co (Staunton). He married Mildred YANCEY of Albemarle Co, and became mayor of Staunton. They later removed to Covington, VA (1850). I have substantial information on both the EAGON & LOURY families, and trying to close some gaps. The LOURY line originated in tidewater VA, and EAGON in MD. I have substantial information, and am happy to share information.

DEHART, WHOOLEY posted by Gerald R.DeHart on Sunday, February 22, 1998

Looking for info on William WHOOLEY Sr.and his wife Barbary.William WHOOLEY Jr.is 1 of 9 children.Jr.married Hannah DEHART a widow around 1790.

GORDON, HANGER, RUSH posted by Lynne (Rush) Hundley on Monday, February 23, 1998

RUSH, Henry Edwin (1808 Aug. Co.- 1890 Aug. Co.) Parents are Peter RUSH and Barbara HANGER. Married Mary Jane GORDON (1830 Aug. Co.). Lived in Bath Co. about 1832-1870. When/where did she die? Where did he own land?

BRIGHT, GOODEN, HOBSON, METCALF posted by Denny Cope on Monday, February 23, 1998

Researching family of Tobias BRIGHT md. to Rachel GOODEN. First appears in Augusta Co, VA ca. 1744. Sons, James, Albertus, George and two others, daughters, Eleanor and two others. Appears in Spartenburg, SC in 1790 and then to Allen Co, KY in 1805. Sons, Albertus md. Polly METCALF in 1811 and Mary HOBSON in 1832. George and Albertus moved to Lawrence Co, MO in 1838. Any connections?

LEDFORD, MCCURRY posted by Jean Jondreau on Monday, February 23, 1998

LEDFORD, McCURRY. William L.B.LEDFORD came to the USA with 2 brothers, Henry and John LEDFORD. Henry was killed by Indians in Virginia. William married Elizabeth MCCURRY in Augusta Co., VA in 1745/1746. William and John moved to what is now Randolph Co.,NC with their familys. William is buried at Abbott Creek Baptist Church Cemetery in Davidson,NC. I have some information on their 12 children. I would like to hear from family members in VA. who are related to LEDFORD's or McCURRY.

MARTIN, MCMILLIN posted by Raymond E. Martin Sr. on Monday, February 23, 1998

Looking for imformation on Adam MARTIN and family in Augusta County, VA MARTIN Adam b.28 Sep 1755 PA? His wife MCMILLIN Mary b. 16 Mar 1762 PA? m. 16 Mar 1778 Brownsburg, Augusta, VA Children: MARTIN Lewis b. 7 Mar 1779 Augusta, VA MARTIN Jane b. 30 Aug 1780 Augusta, VA MARTIN David b.28 Sep 1762 Augusta, VA MARTIN Mary b. 1 Sep 1784 Augusta, VA MARTIN Nancy A. b. 1 Sep 1787. Looking for parents of Adam Martin and Mary Mcmillin. I have a lot of information on this family in the Midwest and will share if you are researching this line. I appreciate any help on this family. R.E. Martin Sr.

APPLE, HARLOW, PAXTON, THOMASON, THOMASSON posted by Mary Thomason Morris on Tuesday, February 24, 1998

Searching for info on John, George & Wiley THOMASON, in Augusta from 1814. Poss. sons of George THOMASSON of Louisa Co., Va. Am doing this family's genealogy, as I am last known family member in Va. Allied lines: APPLE, HARLOW, PAXTON.

GOLD, KURTZ posted by Mary Thomason Morris on Tuesday, February 24, 1998

Searching for info on Dr. John KURTZ, editor of a newspaper in Staunton, 1850. Wife died in 1852 there & he & two children drop out of sight until the 1880s in Maryland. His wife was a Miss GOLD of Frederick County. Working on geneology to come out this spring.

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