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MILLER, WEBB posted by Verla Pinkerton on Thursday, October 1, 1998

I am looking for John MILLER, born abt 1802 and married Mary J. WEBB, born abt 1800. They were married July 19, 1827 by Rev. James Morrison, Minister for the Presbyterian Church. Before they left VA they had 3 children, Samuel, Andrew and William. They had 7 more children that were born in either IN or OH. Their names were: Levina, John Jr., Alexander and James (twins), Isaac, Isabella and Wilson. They settled in Clark Co. MO before 1850. If anyone has any information on the minister, James Morrison, I would appreciate that too.

COOK, KOCH, KOCK posted by Ellen Belcher on Friday, October 2, 1998

Jacob KOCK aka COOK was said to be from Germany and came prior to the Revolution. His son Adam was born in Augusta Co., Va. on June 23, 1791. Adam had a brother Jacob and sister Elizabeth. Allied families were Roller aka Rowler, Lortz aka Lotts. The Kocks (Cooks) migrated to Sullivan Co., Tenn. where Adam grew up, then Adam and Jacob Jr. migrated to Bartholomew Co., Indiana. Does anyone have any info on the German father Jacob Kock of Augusta Co., Va.?

CLARK, DAMRON, HENDERSON, LOVE, MCCOMB, SPENCER, STRAIN, VANCE posted by John McComb on Saturday, October 3, 1998

HENDERSON - LOVE Bef 1800, Augusta Co, VA Seeking any information on the following family, specifically would like information on Martha LOVE. Thanks - John William HENDERSON d. bef 25 Feb 1802 m. 01 Apr 1765 (marriage bond) Augusta Co, Va Martha LOVE d. bef 1801 Children include: Susanah HENDERSON b. 31 Jul 1769 d. 09 Jun 1848 Augusta Co, Va m. 29 Jan 1793 James McCOMB b. 08 Aug 1765 d. 25 Oct 1846 Augusta Co Va : David HENDERSON b. 31 May 1772 d. 13 Nov 1847 Upshur Co, WV m. 02 Feb 1805 Lucinda DAMRON b. 02 Feb 1785 d. 07 Dec 1862 Upshur Co, WV : William HENDERSON d. 1816 m. 02 Jul 1790 Lincoln Co, Kentucky Eleanor CLARK b. ca 1763 d. 1853 : James HENDERSON By 1811 in Rockcastle Co, Kentucky. Unmarried. : John HENDERSON m. 28 Dec 1803 Sally DAMRON : Alexander HENDERSON m. Rhoda HENDERSON By 1811 in Lincoln Co, Kentucky : Joseph HENDERSON m. Elizabeth "Betsy" VANCE By 1811 in Lincoln Co, Kentucky : Florence HENDERSON m. 03 Jun 1801 Augusta Co, Va John SPENCER (wid) By 1811 in Lincoln Co, Kentucky : Nancy HENDERSON m. 19 Nov 1803 Augusta Co, Va John STRAIN : Martha "Patsy" HENDERSON m. 11 Nov 1806 Augusta Co, Va James STRAIN Went to Tennessee.

HUNTER, SMITH posted by Pat Weaver on Saturday, October 3, 1998

HI, I am trying to find the parents of David HUNTER b. 1801 Va. d. 1881 St.Clair Co,Al. David was in Talladega Co,Al in 1840 & by 1850 had moved to St.Clair Co. I know none of his siblings or any other info except that he married Martha E. SMITH of S.C.

DOVEL posted by Jane Kemble on Sunday, October 4, 1998

Looking for information on family of Absolom DOVEL born 1834 near Bridgewater, VA.

MITCHELL, POAGE posted by John McNearney on Sunday, October 4, 1998

Martha MITCHELL was b. abt 1742 in Augusta Co, VA . m. John POAGE Jr of the same Co and went to KY with her brother John and sister Elizabeth. Another sister Margaret m. Robert POAGE whose father was John POAGE Sr but whose mother was Jane Boggs whereas John POAGE Jr's mother was Jane Somers who died when he was born 2/27/1738 in Orange or Augusta Co, VA. Who are the parents of Martha, John, Elizabeth & Margaret MITCHELL?

BANKS, CREERY, ISENBERG, MCCREERY, MCCREIGHT posted by Clark E. Creery on Sunday, October 4, 1998

Looking for information on any of the names listed. Mainly MCCREERY who evidently lived in VA in the 1700 timeframe. They moved to Indiana, PA and I am trying to find information and lineage on "Cherry Tree Joe MCCREERY". Any link would be appreciated.

SCOTT posted by Debbie Bowling on Sunday, October 4, 1998

I am looking for information on Rev. Archibald SCOTT who was in Augusta County in the late 1700's and most likly died around 1804. I am trying to find out if his son Archibald Scott Jr. could be the same Archibald who brought his family to Franklin County, Georgia in about 1807 and died there in 1814. If you have any information on this man let me know. Thank You Debbie

ENGLEMAN posted by Gerald Shireman on Monday, October 5, 1998

Looking for information on Philip ENGLEMAN c.1750 near Staunton.

BLAIR, BOYER posted by Brandi Shutt on Wednesday, October 7, 1998

My grandmother's name is Mary Alice BLAIR. She is the daughter of William Marshall BLAIR (b.? d.May 1946) and Selina Blanche Blair BOYER. My grandmother moved into her grandfather's homestead when she was little. She lived there with her grandfather who was a doctor and her sister(?)Faye. The homestead was in Staunton, Va. Anyone with information, please e-mail me. Thanks.

CAMPBELL, MATEER, NELSON, SPEAR, STEELE posted by Larry W. Campbell on Wednesday, October 7, 1998

Looking for information about the parents of the five CAMPBELL brothers who lived in Augusta Co. until 1809 by which time they had migrated to Green Co., Kentucky and founded Campbellsville, Ky. The brothers were: (1) Andrew CAMPBELL, b. Augusta Co. ca. 1765, m. 29 Jan 1793 Rebecca CAMPBELL, d. 15 May 1819 Campbellsville, Ky., (2) James CAMPBELL b. Augusta Co. ca. 1775, m. 23 Jun 1809 Rachel SPEAR, d. 26 Feb 1832 Campbellsville, Ky., (3) Michael CAMPBELL b.Augusta Co., m. 15 Jan 1805 Elizabeth MATEER, d.10 Aug 1847, (4) Adam CAMPBELL b. ca. 1778 Augusta Co., m. ca. 1805 Sarah STEELE, d. 6 Feb. 1850 Campbellsville, Ky., (5) David CAMPBELL b. Augusta Co., m. 4 Jan 1816, Green Co., Ky. Mary "Polly" NELSON.

BEARD, DEATRICK, DETRICK, KISTER posted by David Enderle on Wednesday, October 7, 1998

We are looking for any information on Peter DEATRICK or DETRICK born June 14, 1743 and died May 21, 1832. His wife was a Margaret KISTER born abt. 1753 died abt. 1764. They had 11 children. Lived in Augusta Co., Va. before moving to Harrison Co. Indiana. Some of the children stayed in Augusta Co. Also looking for information on a Mary " Magdalene" BEARD, born abt. 1800 in Augusta Co., Va. she died in September 28, 1880 in Harrison Co. Married in Augusta Co., Va., about 1800. Would like to find out where they were married and who her family was. She married Peter Deatrick Jr. Peter Sr. was my 6-great-grandparent. Thanks a Lot. David Enderle

DAVIS, JEFFERSON posted by Carolyn Berger on Wednesday, October 7, 1998

I've traced a branch of my family back to John DAVIS,Sr. b.1732, m.Jemima JEFFERSON. They had a son, William DAVIS, born in Augusta County in 1747. William DAVIS was my gr.,gr.,gr.,gr.,gr.,great grandfather.If anyoone has any further info on John DAVIS or Jemima DAVIS, it would be greatly appreciated.

ADAMS, CLARK, DAVIS, HICKS, MURPHY, RAMSEY, WHITESIDE posted by Diana Gale Matthiesen on Thursday, October 8, 1998

I am looking for information on the following: James DAVIS, b. 4 Jun 1744 in Augusta Co., VA, said to be son of Henry DAVIS. Also seeking information on his wife, Hannah RAMSEY, b. 14 Jun 1751, said to be daughter of Josiah RAMSEY. James and Hannah (RAMSEY) DAVIS were known to have moved from VA to Mercer Co., KY (ca. 1783), to Christian Co., KY (ca. 1800), to Randolph Co., MO (bef. 1820). James died 6 Oct 1822 in Randolph Co., MO, and Hannah died there 11 Jun 1830. Most want to prove that James and Hannah had a son, Isaac DAVIS, who married 1) Sarah "Sallie" CLARK in 1786 in Sullivan Co., TN; m. 2) Mary "Polly" WHITESIDE. Other children of James and Hannah (RAMSEY) DAVIS were: Edward, Joseph, Sarah (m. James HICKS), Mary "Polly" (m. Thomas ADAMS), Hannah (m. Neal MURPHY), and Phoebe (m. James ADAMS, Jr.).

ARMSTRONG, ENGLISH posted by William A. CLINE on Thursday, October 8, 1998

Need info Nehemiah ARMSTRONG m. Achsah ENGLISH Jun 1, 1814 in Augusta County, VA. Moved to Licking County, OH. Need his parents.

LONGNECKER, POWERS, SHEFFEY posted by Elizabeth Powers Hodges on Thursday, October 8, 1998

Looking for relatives of Robert Sayers SHEFFEY - I'm his gg granddaughter - his daughter Louise married William Henry Harrison POWERS - they had 7 children - one being my grandfather - Hugh White Sheffey POWERS - he had 3 children with his wife Eliza LONGNECKER - one being my dad - Henry Powers - any information would be appreciated.....

HARLE, HARRELL, HEARL, HERAL, HERALD, HERRALL, HERROLD posted by Garnett L. Hearl on Saturday, October 10, 1998

Researching HARRELL in all forms: Of particular interest are: Hugh HERRALL who died in Frederick County, Va. 1743 leaving two orphans, Hugh and Jane HERRALL. William Davis was given custody of the orphans and may have taken them to Augusta County, VA. after Fairfax denied title to some lands of Hite in Frederick County, Va. Also interested in the Hugh HARRELL etc. who is listed on the 1782 (reconstructed?) census of VA. I am descended from one Hugh HERRALL who settled in Burke County, N.C. before 1800. Any info will be appreciated as I am at a dead end. G. Lee Hearl glh@naxs.com

HOUSTON, MOORE posted by Becky Perry on Sunday, October 11, 1998

Am researching the Anthony Houston family. He was born 1757 in Newcastle County, DE and his wife Mary MOORE was born 15 Apri 1758 in Augusta co., VA. They had children: James, John, William, Anthony G, Hannah, Elizabeth, Mary, Phebe, John Moore, Charles G., Sarah, Stephen C., Ruth, Cythia, Judith, James, Jacob. Daughter Hannah was born 1784 in Greenbrier Co. The first 4 were born in Virginia (Augusta Co?) and the remainder were born in Scott Co., KY. Family lore has said that these children were second cousin to General Sam HOUSTON. Please, does anyone know anything about this family? Am happy to exchange info. Thanks much!

KELLY, MCELWRATH posted by Mary F Kelley on Sunday, October 11, 1998

Seeking information about Elizabeth McELWRATH listed in the 1766 will of William KELLY of Augusta Co., VA who was her father. Her mother was Margaret KELLY and other family members listed in the will were her brothers, Samuel, John and Anthony and sisters, Margaret and Rebecca. Would like to learn her husband's full name and what happened to them. Thank you for assistance.

NEELY, RALSTON posted by James Ralston on Sunday, October 11, 1998

I am researching any information from Augusta County about John RALSTON. He was supposedly born 12-17-1769 in this county and married Elizabeth Jane NEELY, daughter of Joseph NEELY. John was my ggg- grandfather and I would greatly appreciate ANY correspondence on this person.

ALLEN, COFFEY, HARRIS, LOTTS, VANFOSSEN posted by Shirley Houk on Monday, October 12, 1998

I am looking for death date and place of burial for Mary Jane HARRIS, born 08 Jan 1855 in Nelson Co., VA. Her parents were Jesse C. COFFEY and Nancy F. ALLEN. She married John A. HARRIS on 26 Feb 1874 in Augusta Co. She was his 2nd wife. John died 17 Oct 1909 in Augusta Co. and is buried in Pines Chapel Cemetery in Augusta Co. Mary Jane and John had the following children: Eric H., Peachy Pricella, George, Edgar, and Anzy. Also researching ALLEN, COFFEY, LOTTS, and VANFOSSEN families.

JUDGE, RHEA, TURK posted by Dale Johnson on Monday, October 12, 1998

Researching the TURK family. My ancestor was Anne TURK who married Fletcher Taylor JUDGE somewhere in Tennessee, in the early l830's. Believe they were married in Blount County,Tennessee. Her father, James TURK owned a tannery in Maryville,Tennessee. He died after the family came to Jackson County, Alabama. Anne's mother, Polly is buried in Maryville, Tennessee, at New Providence Presbyterian Church. I believe the grand- father and great-grandfather would have been Thomas Turk, Jr, wife Anne RHEA and Thomas TURK Sr. Does anyone have any information on this family that they are willing to share? Was this family of English origin? Dale Johnson

BURD, SHIELDS, SWITZER posted by Bonnie L. Miller on Monday, October 12, 1998

I am looking for any information regarding Andrew Hamilton SHIELDS, b. 15 Jan 1810 in Augusta Co., VA. Andrew's father was Adam SHIELDS, his mother was Sarah BURD. He married Elizabeth SWITZER in Illinois. He died in 1897 and was buried in Bear Thicket Cemetery. Elizabeth SWITZER died in 1864 in Illinois.

DUFF, MONTGOMERY, THATCHER posted by Bonnie Duff-Smith on Wednesday, October 14, 1998

Seeking dates when DUFF's arrived in Augusta Co. VA. They fled Scotland after being identified as 'Rebels" (Jacobites) in 1745, went to N. Ireland, and sometime between 1747 and 1755 they immigrated to the American Colonies. We believe they first stopped in PA, then moved into Augusta Co. Later they moved to Guilford Co. NC, c.1760s, and back to settled in Washington Co. VA in c.1780. Samuel DUFF and wife Margaret Montgomery DUFF, sons; William, John, Robert & Samuel II, Jacob and Abraham; Eleanor, Elizabeth. All born between 1744 and 1770. I have extensive DUFF data from 35 years of research. Will gladly exchange data with other Duff researchers. Bonnie Duff-Smith, PO Box 254, Judson, TX 75660 or Email- DuffSmith@prodigy.net

MORRISON, ROSEBORO, ROSEBRO, ROSENBRO, SMITH, WATKINS posted by Christine Hanna on Wednesday, October 14, 1998

Looking for information regarding the "ROSEBRO" family. I am told this is not the orginal spelling of the name. Have also seen it as ROSEBORO. What I have is as follows: John W. ROSEBORO b: 11/11/1847 in Statesville, Iredell Co., NC d: 11/26/1912 in TN m Fanny Brown SMITH d/o Benjamin Mosby SMITH and Mary MORRISON (of Powhattan Co, VA?) had three children: (1) Benjamin Morrision ROSEBRO b: 6/16/1876 in Mossy Creek, Augusta Co., Virginia, d 12/19/1936 in Richmond, VA m Mary Wharton WATKINS b: 2/13/1877 in Halifax. (2) Cortlandt R. ROSEBRO b: 9/3/1878 and (3) Francis B. ROSEBRO b: 6/15/1886. Any information regarding the ROSEBRO'S ancestry or decendents would very much be appreciated. Thanks.

GARBER, HARMAN posted by Katharine Brainard on Wednesday, October 14, 1998

Seeking any information about the lives of five HARMAN brothers from Staunton, VA, all of whom fought in the Civil War: William H. HARMAN (d. 1828), Michael G. HARMAN (d. 1877), Asher W. HARMAN (b. 1830), John A. HARMAN (d. 1874), and Thomas L. HARMAN. All sons of Lewis HARMAN (b. 1794, d. 1840), and Sarah J. GARBER (b. 1799, d. 1857). Also searching for any information on two sons of Asher W. HARMAN, Archer HARMAN (d. 1911) and John A. HARMAN (b. 1865, d. 1907), originally from Staunton, Augusta Cty, who together helped to build the Guayaquil & Quito Railroad in Ecuador, South America.

RISCH, RUSH posted by Lynne (Rush) Hundley on Saturday, October 17, 1998

Does anyone know if all the RUSH folks in Augusta and Rockingham Counties about 1760-1860 are related? My Peter RUSH (1764 Rockingham Co.- 1815 Aug. Co) was son of Carl RUSH/RISCH (1730 Germany - 1806 Rockingham Co.). If there are different lines, who were the other founders? Have lots of Rush info to share. Lynne Rush Hundley

BETSY, FORBUSH, HELMS, SHELTON posted by Mary Hayes on Sunday, October 18, 1998

I am looking for information on the HELMS family. I'm especially interested in the parents of William HELMS b. abt.1772 d. between 1831- 1834 in Augusta Co. he was married to Elisabeth BETSY. William's son Richard b.1815 married Sarah SHELTON 4/17/1834 in Augusta Co. Any information would be appreciated.

COOPER, COWPER posted by Will Cooper on Sunday, October 18, 1998

I am interested in Jo(h)n COOPER/COWPER possibly indentured who may have been in this area between 1740 and 1760 He later moved to Western NC and Western TN. He and his family are listed in Rowan County NC Census in 1780. Family oral history leads to VA.

CLARK, ELLIOTT, SUMMERS posted by Phyllis E. Wertz on Monday, October 19, 1998

I am seeking information on the following: Andrew ELLIOTT b abt 1717 William ELLIOTT b abt. 1721 married Jane CLARK daughter of James Clark & Elizabeth SUMMERS. Archibald ELLIOTT b. abt. 1726 married Sarah CLARK daughter of James CLARK & Elizabeth SUMMERS. Need parents of the Elliott brothers. I am willing to share information. Thanking you in advance.

HUMES, LOONEY, ROWLAND posted by Ronald Hughes on Tuesday, October 20, 1998

looking for contacts with info on Robert ROWLAND, in Augusta Bedford, Botetourt area c. 1730-50, Robert, b . 1710, Sons; Augustine, b. 1730, William, b. 1731-40, James, b. 1732-44, George, b. 1733-45, Thomas, b. 1734-45. Original settlement on LOONEYS Mill Creek, Pattonsburg, Gathersburg, Rockbridge. any info is appreciated. I'll share my line.

ALLEN, COFFEY, WEST posted by Shirley Houk on Tuesday, October 20, 1998

I am looking for date of death and place of burial for Nancy Elizabeth (COFFEY) WEST. She was born 21 May 1864 in Rockbridge Co., VA. Her parents were Jesse C. COFFEY and Nancy F. ALLEN both of Nelson Co., VA. Nancy Elizabeth married James F. WEST on 20 Jul 1902 in Augusta Co. She was his second wife. I would also appreciate any information on this marriage such as children. Would also like death date and place of burial for James WEST. He was born ca 1849 in Hanover Co., VA per their marriage record. Thanks!

CLAYTOR, GOCHENOUR, HUTCHISON, TAYLOR posted by Ruby Ann Pritchett on Wednesday, October 21, 1998

I have been searching the 1900 census for these relatives. I have found William TAYLOR in Crimora district. I believe others are from the same area but have not found them. What would that district be called besides Crimora or Waynesboro? I was hoping not to have to search all of Augusta County as it is so large. Other relative names are: J. Robert CLAYTOR, born before 1865; Lydia GOCHENOUR, born 1856; Fanny HUTCHISON, born 1854; William TAYLOR, born 1850. Thanks for any help! Ruby Ann

BRECKINRIDGE, CATLETT posted by David L. Catlett on Thursday, October 22, 1998

Looking for info on Elizabeth Thomas BRECKINRIDGE who married Nathaniel Pendleton CATLETT , of Staunton, Va.

FULTON, TOTTEN posted by Brad Wilson on Thursday, October 22, 1998

Seaching for information on Benjamin TOTTEN. Died in Lynchburg VA 1790  Children of Jonas TOTTEN and Ann FULTON are:  582i. James TOTTEN, born 1734 in Fishkill, Dutchess Co., NY; died in Ulster County, NY; married Marian Bedell Sep 3, 1756 in Fishkill, Dutchess Co., NY.ii. Jonas Totten, born 1736 in Fishkill, Dutchess Co., NY; died 1840 in Crawford Co., IN.iii. Benjamin Totten, born 1730 in Fishkill, Dutchess Co., NY; died 1790 in Lynchburg, VA; married Esther Hicks.

BARGER, DILLER, FUNK, HAPE, HAWPE, HEDRICK, KOINER posted by Pam Benson on Thursday, October 22, 1998

Am direct descendant of Elizabeth KOINER, b. 5-1-1831, Augusta County, m. 5-12-1856 Solomon FUNK, d. 8-10-1892, Singers Glen, Rockingham County. She was daughter of Jacob KOINER and Elizabeth KOINER (lst cousins). His parents Capser KOINER and Margaret BARGER. Her parents George Michael KOINER and Susanna HAPE. Would like additional information on other children from each of these generations, particularly siblings of Elizabeth Koiner FUNK. Also would like location of Apple Grove (1853) near Waynesboro ? Also information about other names listed. I have much information on descendants from "Lizzie" and Solomon FUNK, and also have some original diaries that each of them wrote. Will be glad to share information.

BOWEN, MATHEWS, MCILHANEY, SMITH posted by Marguerite Mason on Friday, October 23, 1998

Looking for descendants of William BOWEN, born 1866 Augusta Co, VA; son of John BOWEN Jr and Rachel MATHEWS; grandson of John BOWEN Sr. and Lily MCILHANEY. William BOWEN married Elizabeth SMITH 1795 Botecourt Co, VA. Received bounty land in Tennessee. My questions: Who were Elizabeth Smith's parents? Where and when did William and Elizabeth Bowen die? Who were their children, if any?

BURNSIDE, CLAY posted by macawebb on Friday, October 23, 1998

Looking for information on Henry CLAY b 23 Jan 1807, perhaps in Montgomery or Augusta Co. Married Honor BURNSIDE b 19 Apr 1803. Henry is found with Honor in Boyd Co Ky by the 1830's. Henry and Honor had eight children, all in KY, Henry H, Eliza, James Hansford, Nancy Jane, John M, Isaac B, Mary Francis (Polly), andAnna (Honor).

CURRIE posted by Ellenbecker,Tammie E llenbecker,Tam on Friday, October 23, 1998

CURRIE,Samuel Fielding/Born:November 13,1798/Jennings Gap,Augusta Co.,Virginia. This is as far back as we have been able to go. I need information on who his parents were, whether there were any siblings,etc. Would like to trace family back to Scotland if possible. Any info is greatly appreciated!!

BAILEY, DUNLAP, GRAY, GROVE, KERR, KIRKPATRICK, MYERS posted by Marilyn Sutton-Stroup on Sunday, October 25, 1998

KERR-Robert d.1808 Augu Co., wife Elizabeth BAILEY d. 1810 Augu Co. Children: Daniel md. Mary KIRKPATRICK & Ann McCamy; Margaret md. Robert DUNLAP; Benjamin md. Elizabeth MYERS; David; William md. Mary Ann GROVE; Mary Elizabeth md. Isaac GRAY. I have info on lines of Daniel & wives Mary & Ann. Willing to exchange for info on these other children.

BURNLEY, KELLEY posted by David L. Metz on Sunday, October 25, 1998

I am researching the BURNLEY and KELLEY families in Virginia.They may have been in Augusta County in the 18th Century. I will be glad to share information. Any help would be appreciated.

ARCHER, MARY, MOORE, SAMUEL posted by Blaine Alan Moore on Tuesday, October 27, 1998

I am looking for information about the parents, siblings, places, or anything else about Samuel Moore, b. 14 Jul 1761 at Staunton, Augusta Co., VA, and his wife, Mary Archer, who he is said to have married in Greenbrier Co., 25 Sep 1768. Samuel enlisted in the Va militia in Feb 1781 while living in Greenbrier Co., and returned there when his tour ended in Oct, 1781. After the Revolutionary War, they moved to KY where they had, at least, three sons, Samuel Jr., Jesse J., and James T. born from 1790 to 1801, respectively. From Ky, they moved on to Putnam Co., IN where Samuel Sr. applied for, and received a military pension in 1832. He died in 1838 in Putnam Co. where he had patented about 165 acres of farmland in Warren Twp. Son, Jesse, was named administrator of his estate. Sons, Sam Jr. and James T. had moved to Boone Co., IN, about 1836 to farm previously untapped land in Marion Twp. They lived in Boone Co. for over 30 years. James, his wife, Margaret, and Sam Jr.'s wife Mary (Sears) died in the areas and were buried in the cemetery at Kirklin, IN. Sam Jr., his son, John A. and grandsons, Samuel P. and James C., and their families moved to farm new land in southern IA prior to 1870. The last word we have about Sam Jr. is his listing in the 1870 census for Decatur Co., IA. Sons Sam P. and James C. moved on to patent new land in Kearney Co., NE, in the late 1870's.

CUNNINGHAM posted by Alan R. Cunningham on Tuesday, October 27, 1998

CUNNINGHAM, William R. b abt 1789 Augusta County d 7 Aug 1851 Lafayette, Tippecanoe County, IN. Migrated in 1842 to IN with son William Rufus and D.A. Need info on wife and ancestors.Thanks.........

HORNE, KENNEDY posted by Kip Kennedy on Tuesday, October 27, 1998

Searching for more Information on David KENNEDY (1740?) and Descendants of John F. (Forrest) KENNEDY (1797-1888) m. Mary HORNE. Have 400+ database to share down to current families.

HUNTER posted by Richard Wright on Wednesday, October 28, 1998

Looking for the family of William HUNTER (b. c. 1686 Scotland)and his wife, Frances. Their son, John, was born in Augusta CO between 1710 and 1716. Other children were: Samuel, Robert and William. Thank you for you help.

KARN, KARNS, KERN, KERNS posted by George B. Kearnes on Friday, October 30, 1998

I am looking for info on a Michael KERN or KERNS who lived in Augusta County in the early to mid 1700's he was married to a Cathrine? Need to know who she was and was his father Nicholas KERN?. I also have a George KERN also and need to know his wife's name. Who were the children. I have a lot Kerns but don't know who the father's are. These two names come up alot as being those fathers and I need to know their mothers maiden name. Thank you.

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