Queries Posted in 2000

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December 31, 2000
BUNN, DYER, POWELL -
I do not know which county to look for an Owen or Owin Bunn. I have him in NC about the time his son Clemmons Bunn is born in 1811. They are in Wake Co. The rumor has it that they came from VA. If anyone has info on Owin or Clemmons or their wives Sarah Dyer or Cydia Powell please contact me

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December 28, 2000
SKINNER -
Looking for information on Skinners living in S.E. Virginia, migrating to Edgecombe County NC (Samuel Skinner, one of 5 brothers) Thank you for any help you can give on this.....

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December 26, 2000
HOSKINS, MARSHALL, REEVES -
Looking for informatin on Col. William T. Reeves b. abt. 1792/1796. Was a colonel in the war of 1812. Occupation: Farmer, Religion: Baptist, Married Michell Hoskins Dec. 21, 1814 in Halifax Co. VA. Her parents were: Thomas Coleman Hoskins and Betsy Ellington Marshall. Thanks

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December 25, 2000
BOLLINGER, GARLAND -
Seeking information on any Garlands from Virginia who may have gone to Western PA or Ohio around 1780-1800. John L. Garland married a German, Barbara Ann Bollinger in Westmoreland County, PA. and lived there the remainder of his life. Large population of Western Pa. Garlands looking for roots.

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December 21, 2000
PENNINGTON -
My mother was from Big Stone Gap, VA, She graduated from the high school there. I'm looking for a yearbook with her picture in it. Her name was Buena Vista Pennington.

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December 14, 2000
LAWS -
I'm looking for info on any LAWS family who may have moved from VA to Southeast MO in the mid 1800s. I recently found that my gr-grandfather's parents were both (apparently) born in VA, but I don't know their names. He (Newton C. LAWS) was born in Pemiscott County, MO in 1869. I'm looking for any clues for this new search direction. Thanks! Mike Laws, St. Louis, MO

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December 14, 2000
GLEN, GLENN, SIMMONS -
I am attempting to find information on my father's family. My grandfather was Edward A. Glenn, b. 1887 in Ohio, d. 1939 in Michigan. His father (my great grandfather) was G. Robert Glenn (spelled Glen in some documents). I have a 1910 census from Benton Township, Ohio that says that Edward's parents (G. Robert Glenn and Maggie (Baker?) Simmons) were born in Virginia. I have no knowledge of which county or exactly when. I'm guessing that since Edward Glenn was born in 1887 that his parents could have been born somewhere between 1850 and 1867. Would love to be able to trace the Glenns back to Ireland, but will be grateful for anything that matches up right now!

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December 9, 2000
BROWN, FRANKLIN, JENNINGS -
Am researching Martha FRANKLIN born VA ca 1813 .. parents unknown .. she married Marcus L BROWN in 1828 in Ala .. think she was niece to Samuel FRANKLIN also born VA later lived Ohio and died in Ind .. Martha lived Ohio. Tenn, and White co Ill .. where she died .. Samuel married a Sarah JENNINGS boRn in PA .. am stumped on this one..

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December 9, 2000
RICHARDSON -
I am trying to find out what happened to Captain Samuel Richardson after the War. Info I have- He was appointed Captain Apr. 20 1778 in Goochland Co. I find him on the 1788 census with 546-1/2 acres and listed as Captain Samuel Richardson and on the 1794 Goochland Co census I find him with 546-1/2 acres. I know I have the right Samuel and no other Samuel Richardson listed during this time. He must have died and land was disposed of but cannot find will or etc. I am trying to find his death and burial place. He is my gggg- grandfather and any help or suggestion would be deeply appreciated. Regards, Mike Mathis, Raleigh, NC

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November 25, 2000
BENNETT, CRITZER -
I am looking for information on my Great Great Grandfather James A Bennett. He was born in 1857 or 1858 in West Virginia (Virginia) more likely 1857. He shows up in the 1880 Scioto Co, Ohio census 23 yrs old married to Clara Critzer. It says he was born in West Virginia, his father was born in Germany and his mother was born in West Virginia. I have been stuck here for years. Any help would be greatful. Please let me know if you have any information. Thanks! Jeff Bennett, Ft. Worth, TX

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November 22, 2000
COOPER, PHILLAW -
Edmund Blount Cooper and Jinnett Phillaw married 27 Jul 1799 in Bertie County NC. The PHILLAW name appears 4 times in Bertie NC records from 1783-1799. Blount Cooper appears in 1790 and 1800 Bertie Co Census in addition to the marriage noted above. It is as if they suddenly "appeared" there and no where else in NC. Might these people have migrated to early Bertie NC from southern Virginia or elsewhere in Virginia? I would sincerely appreciate help from VA researchers who might have suggestions about where and how to search for them in early Virginia.

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November 11, 2000
HEADY, MARTIN -
I am seeking info/relatives/descendants of: Mary Jane "Polly" HEADY born 2-5-1801 (someplace!) in VA; died: 7-20-1845 Wayne County, IL. Married Abraham MARTIN about 1823 or 1824 (place unknown). Known children: Jeptha born 1825 IL; Emily born 1828 IL; Prudence Jane born 11-28-1829 IL; James C. born 1831 IL; George M. born 1835 IL; Abraham H. born 1836 IL; Eleazer (Eley) born ca: 1840 IL; Mary born 3-22-1842 IL; Minerva Virginia born: 3-22-1842 IL (twin of Mary); and Margaret (or Martha) born 1845 IL. I believe all of her children were born in/around Wayne County, IL. I also believe Mary Jane "Polly" HEADY died in childbirth. Any info appreciated!! Specifically, I would like to know: exactly WHERE Polly was born; did they marry in VA?; who were her siblings? Thank you!!!

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November 9, 2000
DOUGLASS, ROBERTS, WALLACE -
I am searching for information on Sarah Wallace, who married an unknown Douglass in Virginia. Sarah, a descendant of Sir William Wallace, and this man named Douglass, had a daughter named Angeline. Angeline married Frederick Roberts (1757-1828) who was a Revolutionary War patriot with the North Carolina Militia. Frederick recieved a land grant of approximately 300 acres, in Burk County, Georgia in the late 1780s. I would any and all info on Sarah Wallace, her husband Mr. Douglass and the birth of their daughter Angeline.

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November 5, 2000
ARIS, AYERS -
I am looking for any information on Jacob Aris/ Ayers. He was born in Virginia (unknown county) around 1814 and had moved to Licking County, Ohio by 1850. He was probably married in Virgina.

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October 31, 2000
CARR, ECCLES -
Looking for Eccles/ Carr family in unknown Va. county

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October 28, 2000
CAVIN, SKELTON -
Seeking info on the family of William CAVIN b. 1755 somewhere in VA. m. Margaret SKELTON b. 1760-1770. Had moved to TN by 1797. We have no idea who his parents were so any info or clues would be greatly appreciated.

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October 28, 2000
STEPHENS, STEVENS -
I am looking for information on Clarence Stephens (Stevens?), my ggrandfather 1880 census in Cincinnati, OH states he was born in Va. unkown date and county. I know its pretty hopeless but hoping anyway. Thanks

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October 23, 2000
STEEL -
Am hoping to connect with someone who has information on my gr-gr- grandfather, Hugh Steel. His gravestone in Indiana says he was born in 1770, but WHERE? In 1796 he married Catherine Dunn in Bourbon County, Kentucky. If he was born in the same area, it would have been part of Virginia in 1770--Kentucke Co., I believe. Sure hope someone can help! Thanks!

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October 22, 2000
BEDFORD, COFFMAN, DAVIS, JONES, REED, WALKER -
Looking for Robert J. Walker md Margaret Reed. Also looking for his son William C. WALKER (1778) who married three times, 1. Rebekah Coffman, 2. Patsy Jones, 3. Temperance Jones Davis. I am searching for any info on these folks in VA but don't know the county. Want to link William and temperance to Robert Walker and his wife Dolly Bedford.

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October 17, 2000
TOY -
Crawford Howell TOY (1836-1919), prominent Baptist minister and author. Appears to have been from Virginia. During the Civil War, he was chaplain of the 53rd Georgia Vol. Infantry and was captured at Gettysburg, Pa., July 5, 1863. Published author seeks a wartime photograph of Rev. Toy to feature in the upcoming book, "Georgia At Gettysburg". Any of his war correspondence and postwar reminiscences regarding his Gettysburg experience also wanted.
Greg C. White,
3101 Mills Ridge Dr.,
Canton, GA 30114

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October 16, 2000
DAWN -
I am looking for the family of Emma C. Dawn b. Dec 31, 1846 in VA. I don't know where in VA and have not been able to locate the surname DAWN anywhere in VA. Emma was married in 1869 in GA so the family, or maybe just she had left VA prior to 1869. Any help with my GGGrandmother Emma would be greatly appreciated. Thanks, Lori

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October 15, 2000
BEASLEY, MITCHELL -
I am looking for information on John Beasley born abt. 1789 in "unknown county, Va" He moved to Ky and married Sarah Mitchell born 1793 in Ky. Mike Beasley

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October 15, 2000
Aberdeen Orphanage late 1800s ----- Family lore has that my grandfather was fullblood Indian adopted as a child in Aberdeen, Virginia. I am told that Aberdeen is not a town; but that there was an orphanage there long ago. Does anyone know of this place or how I could find out about his Indian heritage and who my biological great-grandparents were?

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October 13, 2000
COOPER, STEWART -
I've been searching for the marriage of Archibald Stewart and Rebecca Cooper some time around 1794-98. I know they were married, but not sure what state. I know they moved to KY around 1789. They may have stopped in VA or even met there and possibly married there. I need help finding their marriage or the birth of their first child, Mary Stewart b. 1789. I'd appreciate any help you can give.

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October 9, 2000
COMPTON, McGHEE -
Looking for a copy of deed of Jeremiah/Martha (McGhee) Compton. Dickenson County, Abner's Gap. My husband, Parkis Billy Compton is a gr-gr-grandson of his. Would love a copy to add to geneology book. Any help would be appreciated. Thank you.

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October 4, 2000
McDAVID, WILLIAMSON -
I am searching for information about William Williamson born January 10, 1764 and died November 28, 1852. He married Rosannah McDavid? January 10, 1795. The 1850 Anderson, S. C. census shows him as being born in Virginia. By November 12,1795 he was living in South Carolina and had a son, Mastin Williamson. His other children include: James, Mary (Polly), Nancy, William, David, Sarah and Jane Williamson. If anyone has any information about these families, would you please e-mail me

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October 3, 2000
STOUDEMIRE -
I am researching the Stoudemires from VA. My family were given the last name Stoudemire from their slave master in VA. My family left VA and went to AL. If you have any info on Stoudemires in VA, it would be helpful.

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October 3, 2000
BAYS, BELFORD, JACOBS, JONES, NICHOLS, PARNELL, PURNELL -
I am looking for any info on Shelton Jacobs b. abt 1811 somewhere in VA. I have been told he was in Culpeper and/or Stafford County but I haven't found him in these places yet. Shelton moved to Greenup County KY and married Ann Eliza Nichols. Their children were John William Jacobs, Rachel Jacobs Belford, Cassa Jacobs, Adaline Jacobs Bays, Anne E. Jacobs Parnell/ Purnell, and William L. Jacobs. I think they were all born in Greenup County KY. Shelton's 2nd wife was Savilla/Civilla Jones. Shelton died in 1880 in Greenup. Any info on Shelton and his parents is greatly appreciated. I've hit a brick wall.

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October 2, 2000
DALTON, DAULTON, HILL -
Looking for John HILL b N.C. 1816 Married Eliza ??? b VA 1820. They were married ?1845?. They are in Hawkins Co., TN in 1850. They are in Tipton Co., Tn in 1870. I cannot find them in 1860. Eliza's maiden name may have been DALTON/ DAULTON. In 1860 in Tipton Co. I have found James & Polly DAULTON both 70 yr old from Va. with Thomas Hill 14 yr. old b Tn. I believe this is my ggrandfather, and the Daultons are poss grandparents(?). Any info on HILL or DALTON/DAULTON very much apperciated. Thanks Sue

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September 29, 2000
DELANEY, KENNEDY -
Looking for Hugh Kennedy or John Delaney that may of been in Va in the 1700s or later. Trying to find parent to Hugh who married Jane Delaney. Do know that both of these familes came out of Va. into Tenn in the late 1700. Hugh's father may of been David Henry Kennedy but have not been able to verify this info. Have more info on this Kennedy line and branches if interested. Jane and Hugh are found in Greene Co. TN in 1798. If you have anything on this line or think you might help please email me. Thank You. Kathy.

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September 29, 2000
CAMPBELL, GRIGSBY -
I am looking for ancestors of John Grigsby born 1791 in Virginia. He died July 24, 1858. He married Martha Campbell. The 1930 census listed him as a farmer in Perry County, KY. Children: Thomas b. 1815; William b. 1822; Lewis b. 1824; Sally b. 1825; John b. 1826; Cynthia b. 1829; and Sam b. 1832.

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September 28, 2000
DAVENPORT -
I am looking for a John C. Davenport born in Virginia around 1815. By the 1850 Census he was in Madison County, Tennessee married to a Sarah from Tennessee and had six children. They had ten children by 1860.

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September 27, 2000
CHANDLER -
Searching for information on Daniel Chandler, late 1700s, location, predecesssors, etc. Thanks.

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September 26, 2000
CARTWRIGHT, THOMPSON -
Seeking any information available about James CARTWRIGHT, married to Frances THOMPSON (probably mid to late 18th c.), and their daughter, Elizabeth CARTWRIGHT.

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September 24, 2000
LOOKER -
Need information on Hampton Looker born 1817 Virginia, unknown county and parents unknown. He may have had 2 brothers George W. and Johnathan Looker. Any help would be greatly appreciated

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September 9, 2000
FOX, WATERS -
My greatgrandmother was named Mary Lou WATERS. She was born to a family who owned a stove foundry in Virginia in 1860; the foundry was converted to make munitions for the Confederate Army in the Civil War. My great grandfather, William FOX, met her through his business with her father, possibly during the Civil War, but maybe as late as the 1870s. She became his 3rd wife; and she died in childbirth with my grandmother (her only child) in March 1880 -- my grandmother's name was Katherine Mary FOX. I cannot locate any record of marriage for Mary Lou WATERS and William FOX in Va. or NY, nor a grave for her. He died when my grandmother was 8 and she knew little about her parents. I would like to locate this branch of my family -- they are the only "hole" in my family tree. The only other information we have is that Mary Lou's father may have been named John. If anyone has any clues, could you e-mail me? Thanks in advance.

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September 8, 2000
MARTIN, SHOEMAKER -
I am interested in finding info. on Zachariah MARTIN, born about 1804, in VA. I have no birthplace or exact birthdate. He had a daughter, Elizabeth Jane, born in 1830, who married Jonathan SHOEMAKER, in 1850. >From the 1850 census in Cabell Co., I see he also had a son, William D., born about 1834. Any help would be appreciated.

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September 8, 2000
MARTIN, SHOEMAKER -
I am interested in a SHOEMAKER family with a son, William, born in VA. I have no birth place or birth date to go by. However, I know he had a son, Jonathan, born in 1830, who married Elizabeth Jane MARTIN in 1850. Any help would be appreciated.

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August 31, 2000
BUCHANAN, PILCHER, RILEY, SHELTON, WEEKS -
Looking for relatives of Lawrence Serrelle Weeks, b. 1870, married Mary Katherine Pilcher, b. 5/16/1872. Their children were: Alice (Riley); Albert Thomas, b. 5/16/1899; Elizabeth (Shelton), b. 1/23/1902; Walter Robinson, b. 2/23/1906; Gladys (Buchanan), b. 7/25/1908; Clarence Serrelle, b. 1910; Milton Aldrige, b. 9/30/1922; Elwood & twin (twin died at birth). Any help greatly appreciated! Diane Lee Weeks; LaPlata, Maryland

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August 30, 2000
CHILDERS, HARRIS -
Looking for ancestors of Israel Harris and Nancy Childers (b.1817); had a daughter Sarah Harris (b.1837). Thanks.

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August 30, 2000
BACON, BELL -
Hi! I am looking for the ancestors of a Fielding Bacon, b.12-31-1811, Virginia. I think he married a Sarah Bell, b.9-4-1810, MO. Any help with this would be greatly appreciated! April

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August 28, 2000
CRIST, McCOY -
I need help! I am trying to locate & identify McCoys of the male gender that would have been of the age to have had a child born in 1813 in Virginia. All else has failed for me in my search for my great great grandfather Harvey McCoy b: on December 23, 1813. in Virginia. I am trying to locate & Identify McCoy families that could have been his parents/siblings (who they were & where they were) in & around the year 1813. My grandfather Harvey McCoy was b: in Virginia on Dec. 23, 1813. My Harvey McCoy was in Perry Co., Indiana, where he married Louisa Crist on October 03, 1842. They were living with their own family in Moravia, Iowa, where Harvey McCoy taught the first school in Moravia in the winter of 1850 - 1851. Harvey also being the Justice of the Peace, married the first couple in Moravia on March 11, 1852. They were Maria Theresa & Epharim Cummins, both nineteen years of age. Harvey & his wife lived south of Moravia on a road to Centerville. The house is still there & in good shape, also still has people living in it. Harvey & Louisa are both buried in The Mount Pleasant Cemetery in Monroe County, Iowa. Any information or suggestions would be very much appreciated. I live in western Kansas. Thank You

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August 28, 2000
ROPER, WILSON -
I'm searching for more info on my WILSON family from VA. Joshua WILSON, b.1759 in Virginia, m. Barbara ROPER, birthdate is unknown, but it is believed that she was also born in Virginia. At some point they moved to Halifax County, NC, then on to Gainestown, AL, of which Joshua was the founder of that town, in Clarke County. Their children were: Barbary G., John Roper, Matilda, Joshua Sanford, Lucy, James Madison and William W. He was also a Methodist Minister. I would like to find out the parents names and info for both Joshua and Barbara Roper Wilson, as well as their sibling info, birthdates, marriage info, and anything else relative to geneaology in general. Thanks so much for any assistance anyone might be able to offer. Sincerely,

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August 27, 2000
HENDRICKS, HENRICK, HENRICKS -
This deceased great-uncle's name appears in the Social Security Death Index. He died in Virginia but no county listed. His name is: Britte HENRICK/ HENRICKS Born 30 May 1902 and died 26 May 1975. Would like to contact any descendants of this relative for family research information on my Hendricks line.

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August 25, 2000
HERRIN, McCOY -
Looking for any information on Mesa HERRIN, b. 1802 in VA. She married Fleming McCOY, b. 1791 also in VA. They were in Lawrence Co. TN, 1830 Census, then Tishomingo Co. MS. 1840 Census. Trying to find WHERE in VA they were born, and their parents and siblings. They had 12 children all born in TN.

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August 25, 2000
MITCHELL -
Henry Mitchell, Sr. (1634-1718) Strathcylde, Scotland to Prince George Co, VA; Later, to Henrico Co., VA. The Mitchells later moved to Surry/Sussex. The next three generations were also named Henry. Looking for any information, paticularly on burial sites. I am a direct descendant of Henry, Sr. Thanks

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August 23, 2000
BALLARD -
Looking for information on a John B. BALLARD born about 1813 in Virginia, he married Ann M. ? They are in the 1860 Carroll Co., MO. census with 5 children, all born in Missouri.

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August 18, 2000
ULDERICH -
Looking for the parents of Henry M. Ulderich who was born in Cedar Creek, VA 2-22-1853 or any other info on him that is available.

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August 16, 2000
WHEELER, WILSON -
I am looking for information on John David Wilson m Nancy Wheeler. They are listed on the 1850 Orange Co., NC census. The census states that they were born in Virginia. I'm hoping this is the light at the end of the tunnel in finding my gggrandparents. It lists them as having these children: James, age 15; Piggy I., 13; Archibald, 11; Henry, 7; Washington, 7. The census gives John David's age as 49, making his year of birth 1801. Nancy's age is given as 47, making her year of birth 1803. If anyone has any information that would help me out with this, I would appreciate it so very much if you would email me. Thanks,

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August 9, 2000
CARROLL, HENLEY -
Looking for information concerning George W. HENLEY, native of VA who migrated to Washington, Co. TN. He had a son named Thomas O. HENLEY b. abt.1814 Washington Co. TN, died 1886 Meigs Co. TN, married to Melvina CARROLL b. abt. 1812 in VA died 1867 Monroe Co. TN.

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August 7, 2000
PERDEW, PERDUE -
Looking for family connections in VA that might date back to 1700's. Found a Nicholas Perdue/ Perdew who was master of ship Adventure. Any help would be most appreciated.

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August 7, 2000
ALTIZER, BACON, BEASLEY, BEAZLEY -
Would like info on John Walker Bacon and wife Sally or Sarah Beasley or Beazley. They had a son Mitchell Alexander Bacon who married Hannah Elizabeth Altizer somewhere around the 1920s.

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August 7, 2000
ALTIZER, ASBURY -
Info about Thomas Asbury who lived in Newhall, I don't know what county that town in is. Or any of his immediate family. He was the son of Rebecca (Asbury) Asbury (she married a cousin). Bros & Sis were Dan, Harrison, Maude, and Hannah Elziabeth Altizer and Mollie, either Altizer or Asbury.

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August 4, 2000
EDWARDS -
Am looking for a Isham/Isom Edwards who was born about 1784 in Va. His children were as follows: Isham/Isom, Lewis B., Taulbird, Catharine, Josiah and John. Thanks Terrie Cooper-Piper

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August 2, 2000
ALTIZER, BACON -
My grandparents Mitchell Alexander Bacon and Hannah Elziabeth Altizer had 10 children. My father was #9 and was born in Bishop, VA. Not all the children born there. From what I understand they moved around. Mitchell died abt 1942. His wife and children moved to Florida in the early 1950's. Any info on them while living in Virginia or relatives would be appreciated. Also, what county is Bishop.

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August 1, 2000
DABBS, LEE -
Looking for James Dabbs who was born in 1810 somewhere in Virginia. He married but have no name of wife. He was said to be a Doctor. James was married around 1828. She was born about 1812. They had my gggrandfather James W. b in 1830 he married Margaret Lee born in 1832 in Dover, Tennessee. They were married on Jan 18, 1848 in Dover, Tennessee. If anyone can help me with this I would be deeply grateful. Hope to hear from someone soon. Maggie

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August 1, 2000
BLOCHER, SPILLER -
I am looking for anyone who is researching The Spiller surname. My ggggrandmother was Margaret Spiller born abt 1824. I don't know where. She was married to James Blocher in Scott Co. IN on June 13,1844. She died in Washington Co. IN sometime between 1862 when her last child was born and the 1870 census. James Blocher is shown then with a new wife. His and Margaret's children are living with them. Thanks allot! Marcia

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July 30, 2000
HIX -
I am trying to find information on a James W. Hix but we don't know the county we do know that he was living in Lincoln County WVA in 1900. Any help would be welcomed.

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July 24, 2000
DAVIS, WILKINSON -
I am looking for info about my gggrandfather Edmond Wilkinson. I think he married Annie Davis. His son John E Wilkinson migrated to Ky.

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July 23, 2000
MYERS -
I am searching for information on Samuel Myers of Allegheny County, Va. His children (deceased) Zan, Otto, Carrie, George Myers also of Allegheny County ( Covington ) VA.

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July 20, 2000
COOK, CRADDOCK -
I am looking for information on the parents and siblings of Thomas Elmore Craddock, born 1781 somewhere in Virginia. By 1808 he was in Warren Co., KY marrying Hannah Cook. About 1816, they moved to Madison Co, Missouri. I have been told that when Thomas Elmore Craddock moved from Virginia to Kentucky, he came with his brothers and their wives. The names of William and Edward or Edmond have been suggested as the names of his brothers. Those names have also been mentioned as the possible name of Thomas' father. Some Craddock relatives also are reported to have moved from Kentucky to Missouri. After Hannah Cook Craddock died, Thomas Elmore Craddock, and several of his grown children and grandchildren, and possibly some other Craddock relatives, traveled to California about 1859. Thomas died in Yuba Co., California in 1869.

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July 19, 2000
CROWLEY, SCAGGS -
Does anyone know a Riley Scaggs b. 1801 somewhere in VA? He eventually went to Indiana and married Mary Ann Crowley. He then went to Johnson Co., NE where he died in 1868.

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July 19, 2000
CROWLEY, MULFORD, SCAGGS, VAN_OSDOL -
James and Elizabeth CROWLEY were natives of Virginia. Mr. CROWLEY drowned in the river, in his native State, in 1817. Subsequently Mrs. CROWLEY married David MULFORD, and in 1820 removed to Indiana and settled near Dillsborough, and there and in Ohio County spent the balance of her life. She died February 6, 1868, aged seventy-seven years. By her first husband she had one son Van S. Crowley and three daughters: Elizabeth (Mrs. Nathan Van_Osdol) Mary Ann (Mrs. Riley Scaggs) and unknown. I'd like to find out more about James and Elizabeth Crowley. Any help would be greatly appreciated.

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July 18, 2000
LAW, LAWRENCE -
I have been trying to get information on a James Lawrence born in Va. in 1810 and married Matilda Law of Macon co. Tenn. His children were Samuel Patrick born in 1835, James Wesley born 1847, John Lewis born 10/03/1844, Mary Frances born 3/3/1842, and Susan Matilda born 9/7/1839. I would like to know where in Va. he was born and information on his parents.

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July 14, 2000
BLAKELY, HALTERMAN -
Searching for ancestors of John Martin BLAKELY b. 4 Oct 1814, VA and Elleanor HALTERMAN b. 23 Feb. 1820, VA Any info would be much appreciated.

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July 12, 2000
CARTER, FUSTON, HARMON, KING, McPHERRON, SIMPSON -
Henry Simpson b. 1806 VA is the only information that I have. He owned land that was owned by John Simpson in 1797. Henry sold this land to a John Simpson in 1831. He was an orphan in 1817 according to Greene Co., TN Court minutes and indentured to James McPherron, but in 1818 he was released from his indenture if he would leave the county. In 1827, he returned at age 21, if he ever left, and married Anna Carter with John Harmon, Jr. signing his bond of $1,250. for security. He owned 125 acres of land at age 23 which has been traced to Ellis King, who bought 75 acres from Jonathan Fuston who bought it from Thomas Fuston in 1802. This land was the north 75 acres of land owned by John Simpson in 1797.

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July 9, 2000
BEAN, TAYLOR -
I am looking for any information on an "Unknown" Bean (male) b. about 1780 in Virginia, county also unknown. His known children were George W. b. 1806 (my line), Mary b. about 1810, and William b. about 1814, all in Virginia. George W. was in Smith Co., TN by 1827 & m. Elizabeth Lovelace Taylor there. They moved to IL in 1831.

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July 7, 2000
BRYANT, ROHR, ROHRER -
I'm trying to find any information about the Rohr family (or Rohrer). My grandmother, Mary Rohr, was born in Nelson county ~1910 and lived there about 18 years(?). Her maiden name was Bryant. Her husbands name was Charles Rohr. Any information provided would be most appreciated.

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July 7, 2000
DARR -
Looking for information on Robert Mason Darr, b.1835 in Va. In California in 1892 or possibly much earlier.

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July 6, 2000
EDWARDS, HICKMAN, WALTER -
Looking for parents and county of birth for Sophia Walter Hickman. Born around 1792, she first married George Hickman in Rockbridge County, Virginia; was widowed by 1820 and married in 1824, also in Rockbridge County, Lindsay Edwards, born about 1791. Looking for his county of birth. I have descendant information and am happy to share. Thanks .

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July 6, 2000
AYERS, REID -
James H Reid born Mar 26, 1814 East Virginia (Unknown County) by 1837 he married Sarah Ayers in Tazewell Co, Illinois. Circa 1847 they were living in McCracken Co, Ky. By 1868 they were living in Montgomery Co, Kansas with their 10 children and they were buried there.

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July 4, 2000
ADAMS -
I am looking for the parents of Noble Adams born approx. 1848. He had brothers, one named Joe, Levi, Hayden, Harmon. He moved to Ky and was married in May 16,1872 in Johnson Co. Ky. I would be grateful for any help.

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July 3, 2000
CALLEN, CALLENS, CALLINS -
I am researching the surname of Callins/ Callen/ Callens. If any one has information on any former slave owners in VA. please let me know. I am a family historian, trying to find my families lineage. I would appreciate the help from someone that may have this information. I have a given name of the only Callins that was born in Virginia in 1835, her name was Martha Callins. I don't have the County where she was born as a slave. Your help would be greatly appreciated.

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June 27, 2000
MERVIN, MURVIN -
I am looking for Patrick Murvin (Mervin) and his father (name unknown). Patrick's service record in the Revolutionary War mentions that the father was a school mate and play mate of George Washington. Patrick is in a family grave yard in Elizabethtown KY. Patrick died 19 Mar 1845 aged 86 years.
T. J. Murvin
PO Box 10
Altamont, TN 37301
931-692-3620

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June 24, 2000
MILLS, MORRIS, SKIDMORE, STONE, WATTS -
Elias "Ali" Watts (Sr.) was born ca.1762-1775 in UNKNOWN PLACE. Based upon my research, he was related to a William Watts and possibly Col. John Watts. Hardesty's WV Heritage says that John Watts is the progenitor in WV of the Watts. Elias "Ali" supposedly married Eleanor "Nelly" Elender Mills, d/o William Mills and Eleanor Morris; gd/o Ambrose Mills and Mourning Stone, in NC in 1794. This is not substantiated. Their first Child, Ambrose Watts stated in 1850 that he was born in Ga. in 1798. We find William Watts in Kanawha County, Va (Now Cabell County, WV) in 1810 Census but he moved on with David and James to Indiana. Elias "Ali" was apparently killed by Indians (family folklore)in ca. 1808. "Nelly", who shows up in the 1820 Kanawha Census remarried a ________ Skidmore and had two other children, Perlina in 1814 and Daniel Jackson in 1817. They do not show up together in any census or tax reports. The Watts Family in WV can trace them from there. What we don't know is 1. Who were Elias "Ali" Watts' parents and where was he born.

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June 10, 2000
DODD, HUSTON -
I am looking for the parents of Rebecca H. DODD b 20 Oct 1839 d 17 Nov 1894. I was told that she was born in VA. She married Obediah W. Huston and lived in Winchester, Randolph Co. In. They owned a hotel in Winchester. Her granddaughter is looking for information on the family and I am trying to help her out. She will be 90 on the 14 th of June.

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June 7, 2000
DEAVER, JENKINS -
Searching for JENKINS surname. Daughter Sheba born 1784 - married Matthew Deaver in 1808 VA and then left for Alabama. Looking for parents, siblings, county?????

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June 7, 2000
JENKINS, PERKINS -
Looking for any information on the marriage of James Jenkins and Nancy Perkins about 1812, place unknown. Nancy's Mother was a Fannie Perkins, father unknown. Any information would be appreciated.
Graland Jenkins.
1330 Sugar Loaf Rd,
Sevierville, TN 37876

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June 7, 2000
TAYLOR -
Captain Robert Taylor supposedly had a plantation called Mount Eagle in Fairfax; Could be Alexandria; or elsewhere--can you help? It was not far from Mount Vernon. He died in the Civil War; but as a child witnessed the battle of Bladensburg. I cannot find him anywhere!! He also according to family history helped at George Washingtons second funeral (?) Any help on this plantation or man would be helpful. He suppossed to be my great,great, grandfather.

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June 5, 2000
DALTON -
Searching for information on George W. Dalton and wife Mary W ???? They were from Virginia and moved to Knox Co. Tn. George was born about 1814-1818. They are both buried in Pleasant Forest Cem. in Knox Co. Tn. Any help appreciated

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June 4, 2000
BLACKBURN, FERGUSON -
I am trying to find information on the ancestors listed above. Robert Blackburn, born about 1796 and Lucy Ferguson were born in Va. Both were born in Va., married, and moved to Tn. They are g-g-grandparents of mine, and I will appreciate any information on their ancestry.

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May 30, 2000
WHITEHURST, WILLIAMSON -
Looking for parents ident/birth/death info on Nehemiah Whitehurst who married Anice Williamson

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May 29, 2000
MONDAY, SPRATLING -
I am searching for information regarding James SPRATLING and Winifred Monday before 1780 in Virginia. I believe James and Winifred married in Virginia in about 1750.

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May 25, 2000
TOLLEY -
Looking for the birthplace in Virginia of Isom Tolley. In the "History of the Early Settlers of Sangamon County, Illinois" it states that Isom Tolley was born in Virginia in 1754. Looking for parents' names and siblings.

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May 22, 2000
BRUMFIELD, RICHARDSON -
John RICHARDSON d. ca 1803-04 Mercer Co., KY. His estate settlement referred to personal property in VA but with no indication of what county. His wife was Susan BRUMFIELD whose family was from Charlotte and Halifax counties, VA. His son, Elijah, was b. ca 1785 VA and his daughter, Mary D. was b. 1790 KY. His other known children were John, Elizabeth F., and Susan. Does anyone know of this John Richardson and where in VA he might have lived.

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May 19, 2000
MONDAY, SPILLMAN -
I am looking for information on A Robert MONDAY born in Virginia 5 Jun 1785. He married Susanah SPILLMAN who was also born in Virginia in 1794.

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May 17, 2000
CLAYTON, LEWIS, THOMPSON -
Looking for inofrmation on William Lewis born in Virgina in 1775, married Charity Clayton, Lived in Stokes NC. Son Jesse Lee Lewis born in Stokes, married Married Mary Thompson

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May 17, 2000
CASEY, LIGHTFOOT, TURNER -
My gggg-grandfather, Zachariah Turner was private in 3rd Virginia Regiment and commanded by Lt Col T. Posey. He was married twice. First wife was unknown Lightfoot. Second wife was Mary Casey. Known brothers were Nathan and Daniel. He was known to reside in South Carolina and Georgia. Death and burial site is unknown to me. My line is his son, Col John Turner, b. SC and d. AL. Any information would be appreciated. I will gladly share what I have.

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May 16, 2000
HAYES, JACOBS -
I am searching information on the following information. Our family lore state the following: William Jacobs came to Lancaster County, Virgina in 1652. His son, John had a son, John, who married Mary Hayes in 1721. She was the mother of eight sons: John, Richard, Joshua, Joseph, Benjamin, Isaac, Jesse and Daniel.
Joshua, who lived in N.C. was the father of Lieutennat John Jacobs who fought in the Revolution of 1776. There was also a Captain Joshua Jacobs and Col. John Jacobs of Mass. These are most likely William's brother, Richard of Ipswitch, Mass. 1634.
Lieutenant John Jacobs, who had 3 sons: Henry, George and Gabriel. George's family went to Brunswick County, N.C. and George died young leaving a family of orphan children.
A my 3 g grandfather's father did die young, and because most of the documentation was burned either in the Rev. or Civil War, I need help to verify this information. Thank you for a response of any kind.

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May 12, 2000
HAGE, HAYES, HAYS, SHREVE -
I'm looking for information on Ben Shreve, born in 1806 in Virginia and Elizabeth "Betsy" Hayes or Hays or Hage, born in 1802. The county in which they were born in unknown. Thank you for your help.

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May 10, 2000
BYRD, FARMER -
My GGgrandfather Jessie S. Byrd was born in VA around 1811, he moved to Smith Co. Tn with The John M. Farmer family and Married John's daughter, Martha E. Farmer in 1830, I believe Jessie's Father was Byrant/Brian Byrd from VA. Any Info would help.

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April 28, 2000
McFALL, YOUNG -
Am looking for a John Mcfall m. Elizabeth Young (educated guess says Augusta or Albermarle Co.) had 13 children one of whom was a John--born in KY. Need help finding them. Thanks.

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April 26, 2000
ABBOT -
William Abbot was born a slave in Halifax County, belive he had two or three sons one named William Abbot also, who moved to Caswell County in 1895, would like to know you could look up some information about him, or send info regarding records about birth or any records of what plantation he might have lived on,

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April 24, 2000
EDWARDS -
I am looking for Hezekiah Edwards. All I know is he was born in Va. in 1805. He then moved to Ky and got married in Trig Co. Ky in 1833. His father might have been Robert Edwards. I would appreciate any info. you might have as I have hit a brick wall. Thank you Orie Edwards .

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April 15, 2000
TOTTEN -
Looking for info on Tottens who settled along Holston River. Also info on Paris Totten; was he related to William Arthur Totten? These Tottens would have appeared between 1835 and 1877. We are trying to trace the Native American side of the family. William Arthur Totten had a brother, Paris. Wm. A.'s family ended up in Indiana.

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April 14, 2000
HICKEM -
I'm looking for information on Alex Hickem my great grandfather. Birth and death date unknown. But grave site in Calloway County, Missouri. He married Anne. His 1820 census show him with 2 grandchildren and Amanda who was 110 years old and from Virgina. Looking for more information, where to look, etc.

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April 13, 2000
ADKISSON, ARTER, ARTHUR, SAUNDERS, STONE -
My 3x great-grandparents were: Barnette Adkisson & Eleanora Saunders. I believe they were both born in Madison Co. ,VA. in the 1780s. Eleanora's mother was Diana Stone. I'm not sure yet which Saunders was her father. Diana was better known as "Granny Saunders". She was thought to be a witch & lived to the ripe old age of 103. She had two sons & another daughter besides Eleanora. Barnette's parents were: John Adkisson & Frances? I descend from their daughter Mariah Jane who married James Arthur/ Arter in Pocahontas Co., VA. in 1841. If anyone knows of this family please contact me. Thanks very much!

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April 13, 2000
SHEPHERD -
Looking for David Kelsey Shepherd family. David was born abt 1828 in Kentucky. He married Edith ???? born abt 1828-1830 in North Carolina. Part of David's family supposed to have originated from Virginia. Any help greatly appreciated .

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April 11, 2000
DERTING -
Looking for any information on The Derting family, specifically Kennely Crockett Derting born somewhere in Virginia around mid 1850s. Thanks,

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April 6, 2000
COOPER, MILLER, RICE, ROLLER -
RICE, information requested. My sister-in-law (Margaret Yvonne Miller) is buried in Grove Baptist Church Cemetery in Goldvein, Virginia (County unknown). Buried in, what looks like the family plot, is Ellis Douglas RICE, b:Dec 20,1942 and Betty Louise RICE, b:May 7,1938. Both died on March 14, 1953. My sister-in-law's maiden name was COOPER and her first husband was ROLLER. She had 3 children, Carolyn J., Ralph E. and James H. Roller. Can anyone connect the RICE children to COOPER family or ROLLER family?

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April 5, 2000
GRALEY, GRAYLEY -
Still looking for any information regarding Francis Grayley/ Graley. Irish indentured servant. Convicted in Middelesex, England , sentenced on October 1772 or sailed to the American Colonies. He is in the Virginia Census 1850, if I'm correct. Trying to make the link between him and a Thomas Grayley. Both were located in Albemarle, county. I believe Francis was the father and Thomas the son . I am from that lineage. The Grayley name no longer has the first y. Today it is spelled Graley. I come from a large family located now mostly in West Virginia. Any information you can provide me with would be most appreciated. I believe Francis was an Ulsterman, Protestant, from the Church of England, Ste. Ann. Thank you

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April 5, 2000
TERRY -
Looking for Augustas TERRY and his wife Jane?? They had at least one son, Dennis O'Conner, who was born possibly in West Virginia. Looking for Augustas's parents and Jane's last name and any family that either may have had or have. Thank you

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April 4, 2000
HILLYARD -
I am searching for any information on Alexander HILLYARD who left Virginia for Kentucky about 1800.

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April 3, 2000
SCOTT -
Looking for any info. on William Winfield Scott, immigrant from Ireland or Scotland to U.S. around 1800(?)or one of his sons, Leonard Scott, born 1821 in Va. or N.C.

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April 2, 2000
DEAL, WATSON -
In the 1840 U.S. Census-Coshocton County, Oxford Twp, OH, Page 305:
Aaron Watson is listed as a male 40-50 years of age.
Sarah Watson is listed as a female 30-40 years of age.
In the 1850 U.S. Census-Jackson county, Milton Twp, OH page 637- Dwelling/family 1225::

Aaron Watson    age 60    Farmer      Va.
Sarah Watson        47                Va.
Joshua              20    Farmer      OH.
Eleanor             18                OH.
Mary H.             16                OH.
Abraham             14                OH.
Samuel              12                Oh.
Sarah                4                OH.

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March 29, 2000
AILOR, WOOD -
Solomon Wood was born in either Virginia or Tennessee (his census responses over the years alternate) on 22 August 1823. He married Minerva AILOR 1 June 1850 in Maynardville, Knox County, Tennessee. They lived in Union County, Tennessee (the part of Knox County where Maynardville was became Union County) and had nine children. No one has been able to find who Solomon's parents and any siblings were. Any help would be appreciated. Glad to share info that I have on descendants.

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March 25, 2000
ASHINHURST, LAVINDER, MOOREHEAD -
A. Abbott Moorehead b. about 1835 married Amanda Meram Lavinder born 12/5/1839 in Franklin County, Va. the d/o Chilton and Mary Elizabeth Ashinhurst Lavinder. Married 3/9/1859 in Pulaski, County, Va. I need to find any information you have on this couple. Verify they did marry in Pulaski County, Va. Where did they settle. Is he from Pulaski county,Va. Did they have Children? Any information would be appreciated. Thank you,

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March 21, 2000
KEETON -
I'm looking for parents or anyone related to William Keeton Sr. born in South Hampton County in 1758 and died in 1813.

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March 19, 2000
ATWOOD, DAVIS -
Seeking any available info on Enoch ATWOOD. Wife Nancy DAVIS. Born approx 1820 in Va. County unknown. Came to Ohio in approx 1842.

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March 16, 2000
ROBERTS -
James W. ROBERTS: Looking for birth records. Born April 3, 1864. I have no idea what county. He moved to Nebraska - don't know whether as an adult or child.

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March 15, 2000
GARDEN, HIX, SCOTT, VENABLE, WIMBISH -
Looking for any information on the GARDEN family, especially those decended from Rev. James GARDEN who was assigned as minister, Church of England, about 1754 in Va. He married Sara Wimbish and he died in 1773. I believe he was from Scotland but cannot find any proof of birth, parents, etc. One of his sons, John Garden maried Catherine T. Scott in 1796. One of their sons was Dr. Thomas J. Garden (1795-1856) married Robina Scott (1801-1877). Thomas and Robina's son Thomas J. Garden (1830-1902?) married Bettie Venable and produced my gr.father, Charles A. Garden (1873-1966) who married Lucy Hix (1871-1911). I have a fairly complete line handed down but with little hard proof.

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March 14, 2000
BOTTOM, BOTTOMS, ROBERTSON -
We do not know where they were living, but assume it was in Virginia when ancestors Thomas BOTTOM and Betsy ROBERTSON were married in Halifax County, Virginia on 23 Apr 1800 or 1801 (date depending on source). I so not know anything about the ancestry of Thomas but have at least the name of Betsy's father -- Henry ROBERTSON. I would appreciate any clues that might help identify Betsy, Henry and his family, etc. If you might have any other connections between a ROBEERTSON and a BOTTOM or BOTTOMS in your research, I would also appreciate learning about that.

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March 13, 2000
HUNGERFORD -
I'm doing research on George Hungerford, James Hungerford, Isham Hungerford, Elinor Hungerford. Please send any information about the Hungerfords to my e-mail address. Thank you,

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March 8, 2000
BRADDY, BRADY, MITCHELL, ZIEGLER -
I am searching for information about Robert James MITCHELL, who I have heard was born in Ireland about 1700 and migrated to VA. He married Sarah BRADDY/ BRADY (don't knw when or where. ) They had a son, John Henry MITCHELL, b. abt. 1740-45 in Petersburg. John Henry's son was John Henry, Jr., b. abt 1760-65 in Dinwiddie Co., who married Mary Ziegler. Their son, Thomas Hardaway MITCHELL was born 28 Aug 1793 in Dinwiddie Co. I would like proven facts on Robert James -- where exaactly was he born, who were his parents, etc. Also would like facts on the two John Henry's. Thanks for any help.

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March 4, 2000
LANGHAM, WARE -
Looking for information on Elias Newman Ware, born December 28, 1802 in either Jametown or Roanoke, VA. Father of Elias Benton Ware, born in Platt County, Missouri. Suspect that Elias Newman was born of a Ware/ Langham marriage.

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March 4, 2000
BRIDGET, TOLER -
Need names of Toler parents of Asa and Bird who were born in 1792 and 1796 in Va. Asa Toler came to Union Co., In. in 1814 and was a farmer, Married Isabelle Bridget and they had five children. Bridget s came from Franklin Co. but I do not know where the Tolers came from.

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March 3, 2000
ELLISTON, GORDON, PETERS -
I am trying to locate information on the family of Jacob N. Gordon, b. 9-16-1842 Virginia; d. 7-28-1927, d. 7-28-1927 Plattsburg, MO. Jacob married Mary Elizabeth Elliston. His parents were William Gordon b. abt. 1815 in Rockbridge County, Virginia and Betsy Peters b. abt.1825. His brothers were: John H. b. 1848 and William H. b. 1849

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March 1, 2000
BOWEN, HILL -
I am looking for David Bowen, b. approx. 1794 in Virginia (county unknown). He married Mildred Hill in 1816 in Green County, Kentucky. I do not have information on David prior to his migration to Kentucky. If anyone has any information, it would be greatly appreciated. Thanks!

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March 1, 2000
COATES, COATS -
Seeking information on Benjamin Coats/ Coates born about 1779 somewhere in VA. He moved to TN before 1797 and then to southern Illinois in the 1830s. Believe he may have had son, David, born about 1797 in TN. Believe he is ancestor of my husband and would appreciate any information that would confirm or deny the information I currently have.

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February 19, 2000
BARNES, MARTIN -
I am searching for the ancestors of Joseph MARTIN. The only information I have on Joseph is from our family Bible and some census recordings of his children. The MARTIN Family Bible reads as follows:
"Joesph MARTIN was born in the State of Viginia on the 7th day of July AD 1792
Jemima MARTIN was born on the 17th day of September AD 1801
Morgan Bryan MARTIN was born on the 9th day of April AD 1825
James Ridley MARTIN born on the 3rd day of December AD 1828
Theodore Morford MARTIN was born on the 26th day of January AD 1829 (*my note: could this be a mistake in entry and should be 1830.)
Sarah Louiza MARTIN was born on the 18th day of July AD 1831
John Boon Callaway MARTIN was born on the 3rd day of April AD 1833
Luvisa Ann MARTIN was born on the 3rd day of April AD 1835
Caroline Elanore MARTIN born 8th September 1837
Flanders Elijah MARTIN was born on the 17th day of September 1839
Benjamin Cleveland MARTIN was born on the 12th day of April AD 1842 (*My GG Grandfather)
William N. MARTIN was born on the 9th day of April AD 1844"
I have found that all of Joseph and Jemima's children were born in MO except for possibly Morgan Bryan, who may have been born in VA. Joseph's wife, according the census extractions of two of his son's James Ridley and Benj. C., was born in KY. The entry in the Bible for their marriage reads: Joesph MARTIN and Jemima BARNES were married July 7th AD 1825. I have quite a bit of information on the descendants of Jsph and Jemima that I would gladly share. Any help in locating siblings and ancestors of Jsph MARTIN would be greatly appreciated.

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February 18, 2000
McCANN -
I am trying to find information on a Lanty McCann. Lanty and his wife and three or four children lived in Virginia prior to coming to Kentucky. Lanty died in Pendleton Co. Ky. in 1819/1820. Please contact me if you have any information.

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February 17, 2000
HARLAN, WELLS -
WELLS, Hannah born in VA 1817. Married in Ohio in 1837 to Joseph Harlan. I would be very happy to receive anything on Hannah and would be very appreciative.

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February 15, 2000
ALEXANDER, BOWLES, COPELAND, MUSTARD, POWELL, SMITH -
Hey! Looking for my GG Grandfather's lineage. Following is the data I have: John Bowles b. 10 Mar 1844 VA, m. @1873 Adams Co OH Mary Smith, d. 16 Oct 1909 Adams Co OH... Children: ( all born in Adams Co OH) Cary Alton b. 29 May 1874, d. 18 Mar 1926 m. Lydia Ellen Alexander; Mattie A. b. 3 May 1875, d. 2 Dec 1927, m. 7 Nov 1894 Bronson Layton Smith; Nora O., b. 31 Jan 1876 , d. 9 May 1927, m. Caswell Powell; John, m. Anna Smith; James, m. Mary Copeland; Mark, m. Stella Mustard; Ivy. Most are buried in Mustard Cemetary in what is now Scioto Co OH ( had been in Adams Co OH). I think John's dad was Henry Bowles, b. 1798 in VA or NC. Need proof or at least corroborating evidence. Any help gladly accepted. Willing to share what I have. Thank you.

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February 12, 2000
CRADDOCK, GOBER -
Searching for parents/dob/birthplace of Lucy CRADDOCK born ca 1745 VA died ca 1780 Granville NC Married ca 1763 to William GOBER.

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February 12, 2000
CANTELO, ELLEGOOD, ELLIGOOD -
I am looking the marriage of Wm Jas Cantelo to Margaret Ellegood/ Elligood on 23/24 January 1811 as per CD 229 Marriage index.

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February 10, 2000
BARBEE, DAINE, MEACHAM, OLIVER, WILSON -
We are looking for the parents and grandparents of Wesley Smith Oliver who was born betwenn 1807 and 1817 probably in NC but maybe in VA. Wesley married Sarah Meacham 1 Jan 1832 in Montgomery Co Tenn and had 2 children William and Henrietta. Sarah died in 1835 and by 1837, Wesley Oliver and children moved to Marion Co, IL with his mother-in-law Nancy (Barbee) Meacham, her unmarried daughter Henreitta Lilly and Nancy's husband John Spencer Meacham. Wesley married Mahala Wilson in Marion Co, IL in 1841 and they had 10 more children. I suspect that Wesley Smith Oliver is somehow related to the Mrs Catherine Oliver in the 1820 and 1830 Montgomery Co Tenn. In 1820, it looks like Catherine Oliver is over 45 and has one girl age 26 to 45 living with her. Living very close by is the Meachams and a Drewry Oliver age 26 -45 who has 6 boys and 2 girls under the age of 26 living with him( his wife is also listed as age 26-45). Suspect that this Drewry (Drewery/ Drury/ Druery) Oliver is the Drury OLIVER who married Elizabeth DAINE on 3 Apr 1802 in Pittsylvania, Virginia and is somehow related to our Wesley. I would really appreciate any info you can give us on Drewry and Elizabeth Oliver and/or Catherine Oliver. Or if you can make a connection to Wesley Oliver, please let me know. Thank you very much for your time. We hope to hear from you soon.

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February 6, 2000
ADAMS, ENGLAND -
I am looking for my g-g-grandfather William ADAMS b in VA according to the 1850 Census of Marion Co, IL. Since his wife Susanna England was b TN Sep 9 1821, and their first child was b. 1840, we assume William was born about 1815-1818 and would be with his father in the 1820 VA census. I have info back several generations on Susannah's families, but I have not found William's family. Any help would be greatly appreciated. Martha Cowey Polanovich, Bedford, TX

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February 4, 2000
BURKETT, BURKHART, CALVIN, CHAPMAN, COCHRAN, CRANE, CROUCH, GUNN, HICKS, JAMES, JEFFERY, McLAUGHLIN, STODDARD -
I am looking for the CRANE family. John Crane B. 1818, VA. Possibly Bedford Co., VA. D. March 26, 1892, near Burnett, Morgan Co., MO M. Elizabeth CROUCH, Jan. 11, 1838, Bedford Co., VA. Children:
Ann Elizabeth: B. Feb. 17, 1839, VA. D.? M. (1) Henry Gunn; (2) Michael Burkhart; (3) John W. Burkett.
William Henry: B. May 22, 1840, VA. D. Nov. 19, 1922, Morgan Co., MO. M. Mary Stoddard.
John Robert: B. Aug. 20, 1841, VA. D. Jan. 26, 1908, Watonga, OK M. Sarah Ellen James.
Mary Malinda: B. Jan. 26, 1845, VA. D. Jan. 26, 1913, M. (1) Luther Cochran; (2) Elisha Hicks
George Alexander: B. Nov. 30, 1845, VA. D. Aug. 31, 1903, Boone Co., MO. M. Mary Calvin, about 1871.
Palestine Hereford: B. July 14, 1848, VA. D. March 14, 1904, Morgan Co., MO. M. Sarah Elizabeth McLaughlin, 1872
Richard Tinsley: B. Jan. 26, 1850. Death is unknown. M. Sarah E.
Wyatt William: B. Dec. 26, 1852, MO. D. March 23, 1942, Boone Co., MO. M. Isabella Frances Jeffery, Oct. 15, 1875
Thomas Wesley: B. June 20, 1856, Boone Co., MO. D. Feb. 13, 1922, Boone Co., MO. M. Nancy Elinore Crane, Jan. 4, 1883.
Isaac Newton: B. April 7, 1859, Morgan Co., MO. D. June 24, 1933, Schulenbarro, TX. M. Sarah Jane Chapman, Feb. 1, 1881.
Who was his parents? I have been told they may be a John Crane who married Sarah? I am not sure on this. I would love to know more about the Crane family.

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February 4, 2000
MESCHAW, ROBINSON, WOLFE -
I am looking for the following Robinson family: I am not sure where they are from in VA. I do know that Josiah ROBINSON was born in VA about 1790, VA. He married Eliza M. who was born about 1800, VA. They had the following children: John: who was born about 1824 or 1825, near Columbus, OH. He passed away, May 19, 1879, MO. He married Annie WOLFE. Sarah J.: who was born about 1831, near Columbus, OH. Her death is unknown. She married Washington MESCHAW. Any help will be very greatful. Thank you.

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February 3, 2000
RAINS -
I am looking for "Rains" surname. If anyone out there has any info on Rains in VA in mid 1800s. Thank you,

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February 3, 2000
SHOCKLEY -
Looking for the father of Merlin Sherman Shockley who was married to Maggie. He was born in 1907. Thank you in advance.

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January 30, 2000
DICKSON, HICKS, LINN, LYNN -
I am searching for info on a James LINN or LYNN, b. Abt. 1785 in Ireland, migrated to the U.S. and settled in Richmond, Va. where he raised one family and then moved to Meigs county, Tennessee where he raised another. He married a Nancy Dickson in Roane county, TN., Sept. 10, 1836. They had a son, Absolem or Absolom Newton b. Nov. 11, 1840 who married Mary Ann HICKS, b. July 29, 183? I have info that I can share but I would be very thankful if anyone might have some info on James or his son, Newton. Thanks!

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January 23, 2000
AUCHARD, HARDIN, ORCHARD -
I am searching for any information about Richard Auchard or Orchard, and his wife Mary Hardin. They may have moved to Virginia after 1820 from New York. I don't have a lot of information about Richard and Mary Auchard. I believe they had 6 children. The only one I know the name of is Alexander Hamilton Auchard. He was born around 1816 or 1819. He eventually moved to Illinois and Missouri, and settled in Kansas before his death.

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January 18, 2000
ELLICK, HOLT -
I am looking for information on Nathaniel Holt. Born 1810 in Virginia. He was married to Mary (Polly) Ellick about 1835 in North Carolina. I have been told that his father was Nathaniel or James, born 1783 in Virginia. Any information would be appreciated!

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January 16, 2000
CROW, VOORHEES -
I am looking for info on Edward Crow born somewhere in VA . Do not know parents or siblings names. He married and had children Edward Jr, b abt 1823-33?) Alexander b 1822 VA, Robert James b 1836, James b 1830, and William H b abt 1833 IN They were found in Johnson Co IN before 1839 where Edward died. William and Alexander married Voorhees sisters and moved to Benton Co IA. Would like to know what county in VA they came from and desire any info on any of these Crow.

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January 15, 2000
BLOOMER, NEELY -
Looking for information On Agnes Jane Neely Born around 1873 married Franklin Bloomer 1890 in Va. Had children Nancy, Nelia etc.

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January 15, 2000
HARTLEY, HARTLY, KIMBERLIN -
Looking for reference to Floyd Hartly 1855 to 1860 Married Mary Kimberlin 1875 Lee county VA. Floyd Hartly was raised by the Hartley Family. He was left on doorstep thought to be by Cherokee. I find no reference to which Hartley family he grew up with. He later had children by Mary, Luther, Shelburn, Nanny Peter, etc.

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January 12, 2000
AUSTIN, CARTER, GADBERRY, GREEN, HANES, JONES, KAY, McCLANAHAN, NEELY, ODLE, POWELL -
I am searching for the parents and siblings of Allen JONES (b. abt. 1769 in an unknown VA co.) According to an early history of KY, Allen JONES was "born in VA and at about the age of 15 or 16 moved to the upper part of KY along with several brothers and sisters." In 1797, Allen JONES married Jane McCLANAHAN in Bourbon Co., KY. Jane McCLANAHAN was b. 1779 in VA and was the dau. of Thomas Marshall McCLANAHAN and Nancy Ann GREEN. About 1805, Allen JONES and family moved to an area of Logan Co., KY which is now Simpson Co. Allen and Jane had the following children: McClanahan (b. abt. 1798) m. Anna M. GADBERRY; Cassandra b. 1799) m. Harbert POWELL; Lavinia (b. 1802) m. Caswell CARTER; Thomas Sidney (b. 1803) m. Edith AUSTIN; Nancy G. (b. 1807) m. Jason NEELY as his second wife; Charles Marshall (b. 1816) m. Harriet KAY; and Albert Gallatin JONES (b. abt 1824) m. 1) Martha J. ODLE 2)Susan J. HANES. There may have been another dau. named Lucy and a dau. named Permelia who may have married a JONES. Any additional information on this family would be greatly appreciated. I would especially like to find the birthplace and parents of Allen JONES. Thanks.

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January 11, 2000
BRANTLEY, PORTER, VICK -
These two men adopted members of the PORTER family ... Etheldred BRANTLEY and Josiah VICK. I am interested in learning their connection to the Porters. Glenna ///// Virginia Genealogist, vol 26: p. 122 Thomas, John, Ben, Jesse & Tabitha Porter orphans of John Porter. ETHELDRED BRANTLEY guardian, bond 10 Feb [ca 1782] 500 pounds; John Powell, Security. (An) Etheldred Brantley witnessed the will of Thomas Porter, grandfather to these children. ~~~~~ Virginia Genealogist, vol 26: p. 121 Drury Porter, orphan of Solomon Porter. JOSIAH VICK guardian, bond 10 July 1793, 500 pounds; William (X) Washington and Shadrick Lewis, securities.

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January 7, 2000
HAMILTON -
I am looking for information on a Francis Alexander Hamilton, b. abt. 1760 and died before February, 1827 in Lawrence Co. TN. Did he have a son named Jacob Hamilton, b. 1802 in TN?

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January 3, 2000
KAY, LITTLE -
I am looking for John Wesley Little who lived in Mississippi. He was married to two Kay sisters and then two other times. I am trying to find out who the Kay sisters were. My g.g. grandmother was Emma Malissa Kay and she ws a sister to these Kay sisters. I am trying to find out who their father was. There were several children in this family. At one time, Richard Newman Little and Emma Malissa Kay Little had her brother, Elijah Kay living with them. She also had a sister named Lucy who was retarded and that lived with her until she died. I would appreciate any help you could give me on this family. My Richard N. Little and Emma Malissa Kay lived in Texas. Thanks, Jane Little McEndree

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January 2, 2000
OFFUTT -
I would like to find information regarding the following Offutts. They are all listed in records as having served in the War of 1812. What I am looking for is additional information on them, as well as the units they served in. For example if anyone could tell me what county the unit was mostly recruited in, when the unit served, what battles if any they were involved in, as well as any person specific information. There were two listings for Eli in the index, I'm unsure if that was an error, if he mustered out and back in, or there were two Eli's. William Offutt 60 Regt. (Minor's) VA Militia; Nathamil Offutt 55 Regt. (Feb - Mar 1815) VA Militia; Eli Offutt 57 Regt. VA Militia; Eli Offutt 57 Regt. VA Militia; and Hamilton Offutt 60 Regt. (Minor's) VA Militia. All the above had the rank of Pvt. Any help would be greatly appreciated,

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January 2, 2000
WILSON -
Am trying to locate information about my great-grandfather, Rev. Charlton Henry Wilson, who served as a Chaplain at the CSA hospital during the Civil War and died there of pneumonia on June 4, 1864. I tried the Museum of the Confederacy on the Virginia site but for some reason could not connect ... any suggestions? Many thanks. Henry L. Wilson, Jr. Charleston, SC

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