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December 28, 2001
BALLARD -
Looking for information on a Robertson Ballard, born Virginia in November, 1811. Buried in
Illinois.
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December 25, 2001
POWELL -
Searching for F. C. Powell listed on the 1860 Alabama census. Listed place of birth as
Virginia about 1813. Spouse listed as Martha J.
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December 21, 2001
MORGAN -
MORGAN family: Simon b. Abt.1756, Phillip M. b. Abt.1777 and Frisby b. Abt.1797, any info
on this Virginia family? Simon father to Phillip, Phillip father to Frisby.
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December 15, 2001
CAVE, LOWRY -
John Cave, son of Samuel Cave and Elizabeth Lowry, was born about 1794 in
Fauquier County, VA. Census records show him in Stafford County, VA, by 1830. His siblings,
James, Nancy, and Lowry Cave, were all married in Fauquier County, VA, but I find no
marriage record for John. His wife was named Fanny, but her surname is unknown. I am looking for
any record of their marriage, but I'm not sure which county in VA it might have taken place. I
have checked the neighboring counties, but to no avail. If any of these names figure in your
research, or if you can give me any additional information, please contact me.
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December 11, 2001
RAY, WHITTEN -
Looking for info. on parents of Claxton Ray. born 1781- died 1831, married Francess
Whitten & Sally ???? all belived to be in Brunswick Co Va. at the time. Children of
Claxton are Sarah, Susannah, Louisa, Martha, Frances, Rowland Grimes, James, John, Baxter,
William Reubin, Claxton jr., Turner. Would love to share info,
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December 5, 2001
RICHARDSON, SPRAGUE -
I am looking for the parents of Hester Ann Richardson - wife of Edward B. Sprague.
She was born about 1835 in Ohio. She is listed in the 1880 Ohio Census, and her parents were born
in VA.
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December 1, 2001
BABB -
Babb, Christopher born in Nansemond, Virginia 1736
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November 29, 2001
MAY -
Looking for May families of Virginia. We are working on a MAY family genealogy DNA
project, to see if our families are related, as we have not found any more paper trail. Our
information page, with some results. http://www.richmark.com/q/maytree/May-Reconstruction.html
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November 28, 2001
PEARSON, WILLIAMS -
Looking for ancestors of John W. Williams, born circa 1807, married Elizabeth "Betsy"
Pearson, born 1817 probably Franklin Co., Va. Married June 23, 1837, Franklin Co., Va.
Children of marriage were: Thomas Marion, born either 1838 or 1844; Joseph B., born c1841; Louisa
B. married Jonathon H. Pearson; and Nancy E. Williams, Born 1847. Uncertain as to
birthplace of John W. Williams.
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November 25, 2001
GLASS, McGHEE, NOEL -
I am looking for any information I can find on my Grandmother Machie Ella Glass b. 11
April 1890 d. 6 April 1981 married David Lanius Noel 1904. She was 14 when married and
since she was too young to marry in Virginia, they went across the State line from Bedford, Va.
to Tenn. Her Father was John D. Glass and her Mother was Martha Lilly Rose McGhee.
I am trying to find out which County they would have been married in. Also any one else who knows
anything about the McGhee and Glass family of Bedford Co. Va. Willing to share any
information I have on this extended family.
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November 19, 2001
BOWMAN, ROSENBAUM, SPRAKER, WORLEY -
I am looking for any infrmation on George Worley who Married Elizabeth Bowman.
George was the son of Valentine Worley and Anna Spraker. Elizabeth was the daughter
of John Bowman and Susannah Rosenbaum. All help really needed and appreciated.
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November 17, 2001
BROWN -
I am looking for information on my gr gr grandfather: Durell Brown born abt 1844 in
Virginia, Unknown County. Thanks for any help
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November 11, 2001
PORTER -
Might anyone have run across a John Porter who married a Sarah, called "Sally", about
1776? Unconfirmed tradition says the Porters were from Virginia. The maiden surname of
Sarah / Sally is unknown. Thank you.
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November 11, 2001
BARNES, CHAPPELL,
JETER, MASON -
Henry Mason married Rebecca Jeter 1796 in Greensville Co. VA. They next are
recorded as having lived on Fountain Creek, Brunswick Co. Va. Does anyone have the date of death
of Rebecca Jeter Mason and did she and Henry Mason have children? Henry
Mason, son of Christopher Mason and Sarah Chappell, next married Lizza
(Elizabeth) Barnes 1816 Greensville Co. VA. Bennett Barnes, brother to Lizza, was
Henry Mason's Surety. Henry Mason and Lizza Barnes are my line and I would
love to exchange information with others related to Christopher Mason and Sarah
Chappell's descendants.
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November 10, 2001
CANNON, JUETT -
Looking for the parents or siblings of Newton CANNON (b.Aug 1761) who died in Scott Co. KY
in 1841. His wife was Betsey (JUETT) who was born in 1763. As their first child, Charlotte
was born in 1785, I believe their marriage would have been about 1784. Any information gratefully
appreciated.
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November 7, 2001
McVEY -
I am looking for anyone who would have information on my ancestor. Isaac McVey was born
October 18, 1795 in Virginia and this is all I know. Any help would be appreciated. Thank you.
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November 5, 2001
LAWSON -
I need to locate a relative Catlett Lawson born VA est. time 1780. Any help would be most
appreciated.
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November 4, 2001
FIELD, HILDEBRAND, WITT -
Searching for information on grandparents Claude A. Field b Mar 18,1890 Lynchburg,VA to
Americus Field and Sarah Witt, d Dec. 15,1956 Wilmington DE, m August 27,1914 in
Elkton MD to Lina Agnes Hildebrand, daughter of Henry Hildebrand and ????,b. August
4, 1891 ? Germany, d. February 1969 Milford, DE. If you have come across these names in your
research I would appreciate any information that you might have.
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November 3, 2001
SHIVERS, STRICKLAND -
SHIVERS, Nancy was born in VA. ca. 1770. Married Davis STRICKLAND ca. 1778. They
are found in Johnston Co., N. C. in the early 1800's. I do not know if they married in VA. or N.
C. If anyone has any information on this marriage I would love to hear from you. Thank you so
much in advance ...Nettie in Texas
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November 3, 2001
BULLOCK, DALBY, FOX, POER, POOR, POORE, PRYOR, SHIPP, WRIGHT -
I'm here in Texas with folks who migrated across the south either by way of Tennessee or the
Carolinas. Most of my folks seem to have entered the east coast by way of Virginia. I look for
the families of Nightingale Dalby, Robert Pryor, Richard Bullock, some
Poer/ Poore/ Poor somewhere there, Shipp family, Wright
family, and Fox family to name a few. I just recently discovered that my husband is a
descendant of the first governor of the Colony of Virginia, the Baron de la Warr by way
of Henry Fox I, II, and III to 96th District of SC. That was exciting. Virginia and its
records are extremely important to me. Thanks for any and all work that you do in that area.
Deepest regards to my fellow genealogists,
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October 30, 2001
HAYNES, HOGAN -
Looking for info on my ancestors. Green & Elmira Hogan of Bedford, Botetourt and
Montgomery Co., Va. Info on parents and children and siblings of James Hogan & Lucy
Haynes of Bedford Co. and P. Washington Hogan and Lucy A. of Buford's Mill in
Montvale (Bedford Co.)
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October 16, 2001
HENRY, ROBERTS -
Looking for information on a Benjamin W. ROBERTS born somewhere in VA. abt the early
1800s. Moved to Ky. Married a Sarah HENRY and had a son Benjamin W. Roberts JR. b:
1830 Harrison, KY.
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October 6, 2001
COOMER -
Tyler Coomer. Where, when was he born or married? Thank You Very Much!
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October 6, 2001
DAVIS, GRAHAM,
SEWELL, WETZEL -
I would like to hear from anyone that is researching the Wetzel families that were in MD
1792-95 where George and Elizabeth were born to Peter and Elizabeth Wetzel. The other nine
children were born in Wythe Co. VA. They are: Mary, John Frederick, Samuel, Anna, Sophia,
Michael, Peter and Jesse. Most of the children left Wythe Co. after after 1835. Am especially
interested in knowing if Peter (son) and wife Matilda Davis stayed in Virginia, Samuel and
wife Susan Sewell where did they go and Michael and wife Angelina Graham. Will
share my information also. Thanks
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October 6, 2001
EDWARDS, SOUTHARD, SOUTHERN -
I am searching for the parents of Susan Edwards, born August 22, 1812, in VA. I am not
aware of any siblings. She was my GreatGreatGrandmother. She married Samuel Southern/
Southard. There was a bond for marriage given Dec 23, 1841, in Northampton Co., NC, for a
Samuel Southard and Susan Edwards. The bondsman was John R. Boykin. Susan and her 3
children moved from NC to Jasper Co., MO, arround 1875, and died March 10, 1885, and is buried in
Harvey Cem, Jasper Co, MO. Any help or directions you can give me will be greatly appreciated.
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October 6, 2001
FAULTNER, FULKNER, FULTNER, WHEELER -
Seeking information about family of William Fultner/ Fulkner/ Faultner. 1880
census record from Missouri shows that William was born in Virginia in approx 1821. He married a
Jane Wheeler. They had 6 children: Mary E., James T., Rachel C., Nancy A., Samuel H., Ruth
E. Any help would be appreciated.
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September 22, 2001
LAVENDER, REYNOLDS, SMITH -
I am looking for J.S. Reynolds Married to a Nancy ???. They had one son that I know of,
Matthew Reynolds born in Va 1802. Matthew was married first to Dicia Smith and
second to Orilla Lavender. Any info would be appreciated. Donna
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September 18, 2001
KAUFF, MILLS -
I am researching the surname of Kauff. My gr gr grandfathers name was George and he
married Annie Mills. Looking for anything as to who was parents or place of birth. Thanks,
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September 15, 2001
ANDERSON, ANDREWS,
BELCHER, PERKINSON -
I am looking for Belchers from the Dinwiddie, Chesterfield, Co in Virginia about 1838, my
gg-grandparents John & Mary Belcher it is known Mary was an Anderson ?. Some of
thier children were Mary Ann Belcher m: Thomas Andrews, (in the 1850 census) Nathan
Anderson Belcher m: Frances Perkinson thier children were Mary Ann, Nancy, David,
Fanny, Cadwick, Huldy or Holly, Page, and Patience. I believe Thomas may have had a second wife
named Suenese. There are alot of Andrews Families intermarried into the Belchers.
I would like to hear form anyone that can help me find members of this family.
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September 12, 2001
CANARY, WILSON -
I am looking for information on James Canary (1788-1862), who was born in Virginia (later
W. Virginia) and died in Princeton, Missouri. He is the grandfather of the well-known frontier
woman, Calamity Jane (Martha Canary, 1856-1903). I am looking for facts on James's life,
who his ancestors were, and his immediately family. He is suppose to have married Sarah
Wilson, and they were living in Ohio during most of the 1820s, 30s, and 1840s. He (and
maybe she) moved to Iowa in the 1850s and later to Missouri in the mid- to late-1860s. I would
appreciate any information, no matter how obscure.
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September 12, 2001
ALMOND, GILES, HENSON, PEARSON -
ALMOND, Amanda Is this all one person? Amanda b in Shenandoah County, md. Benjamin
PEARSON, his widow md Thomas HENSON Jan 1859 at age 29, widow (?) md John J.
GILES in 1868. Where and when did Thomas J HENSON die, before 1862? He was 42 in
1859, b in Fauquier Co to Robert and Mary Henson @1817
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August 25, 2001
EDMONDS, JOURDAN -
Looking for information on the James Jourdan family. James Jourdan (born VA abt
1783) wife Elizabeth (born VA abt 1781). Children Roland, James Dabney, Adaline, Amanda and
Frances E. all born in Virginia in early 1800's. Family located in Central Missouri (Howard
County) sometime around 1830.
Also, looking for family of William Edmonds (born VA
1807). William Edmonds married Adaline Jourdan in Howard County MO in 1840.
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August 18, 2001
SALISBURY, SALSBERG, SALSBERRY, SALSBURY, SAULSBERRY,
SAULSBURY -
Searching for GGGrandfather, William Salisbury (Salsbury, Salsberry,
Salsberg, Saulsbury, Saulsberry); b. about 1815, from VA. County not known.
He appears in 1850 LA Census, age 35, married to Mary from Germany, with children. I cannot
locate him any earlier than 1850, other than he is from VA. Help appreciated.
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August 13, 2001
REICH, TAYLOR -
I am trying to find information about my g-grandparents, George Washington Taylor b. 1821
d. 1861 and his wife Catherine Reich b. 1823 and d 1858. They were living in Westmoreland
Co. at the time of their death. They lived in the area of New Alexandria, Derry area. He was a
traveling Dentist. We have a journal that tells of him going to different places working on
people's teeth. He told of going to Morgantown.(Va.) perhaps now. They are buried in the New
Alexandria Cemetery. They had four boys, Thomas, John, George and Frank.. Thomas died around 1858
also. We do not know where he is buried. We were just wondering if perhaps you might have record
of a traveling Dentist in the area. Thank you
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August 12, 2001
MORGAN -
Frisby Morgan, b.abt 1796 Virginia, had brother James, moved to Kentucky abt 1820
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August 11, 2001
COPSEY, POWELL -
Mamie S. Powell, born approx. late l890's, died late l940's. Married in Washington, D.C.
May 2 l9l7 to Frank Joseph Copsey. I know she was born in VA, but can't find her on Va.
censuses.
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August 11, 2001
ANDREWS, ATWOOD, CHAPPELL, STEELMAN -
I am looking for Thomas Atwood's mother's name. Thomas was born in 4-12-1802 his father's
name was John who was born abt. 1790's and died abt 1860. Thomas was born in N.C. and married
Polly Mary Steelman abt. 1827. I am also looking for some information on George Lafayatte
Chappell. Lafayette had at least one son Robert L. Chappell b. 1875 d. 1953. Robert
married Ennice Andrews b. 1882 d. 1954. Please email me with any information. Thank You,
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August 4, 2001
CROW, FISHBURN -
I am trying to find parents or any info. on Joseph Crow b. abt. 1808 in Va. He mar. Nancy
Hail Fishburn 23 Dec. 1831 in Allen Co., Ky. They appear on the 1850 Allen Co., Ky. Census
and he states he was born in Va. Thanks,
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July 26, 2001
STRATTON -
I am helping a friend do research and need some help. Her family, the STRATTONs, came to
Colonial Heights VA. Later some of them-the same last name- migrated to New York State and ran a
newspaper during the American Revolution. I realize that this is very sketchy information. Any
help would be appreciated. You can contact me at:
D E Silver, 
Box 218,
Glenwood NC 28737
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July 25, 2001
COTTRILL, MORRIS -
Seeking information on parents/date of birth Mathias COTTRILL. Per 1850 Vinton County, OH
census: born circa 1822, from Virginia, wife Saphronia Morris. Married Nov 1, 1846 in
Athens, OH.
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July 24, 2001
FRYMIRE, MOODY -
MOODY ..Scot/Irish? Fountain or Benjamin or Dwight or any combination ... b. 26 Dec 1825
He was married in Barbour County WV to Eleanor (Helena) Frymire.. they lived in Harrison
County WV ... moved West to MO>KS 1866... I am attempting to find out where he was Born.. I also
want to know who
his PARENTS were and the names of any siblings ...I know this man was not born "under a Rock" ...
on a census it states Virginia.. my father said he kind of recalled Dinwiddle/Charlotte/, my dad
died in 1979 .. and all of his siblings are dead .. I had also asked them .. they didn't know ..
Fountain's children's names in order: Frances Rebeca, Hanna Lucinda, Benjiman Franklin Pierce,
Amanda Jane, William Perry, Annetta, Sarah Paulina, Stewart(d) Elsworth, Emma. Names used in the
following generation: Fountain Dwight (he was called Ben) John Wilbur, Charles Elsworth, Clarence
Woodworth, Elga Devere, Frank Edward, Albert Thomas. THANK YOU...
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July 23, 2001
ROBINSON, WINFREE, WYATT -
I am looking for a marriage for a Mourning Robinson who was born in 1801 to a William
Robinson and Frankie (Fanny) Winfree. In Cumberland county, Va. She married a man
with the last name Wyatt. Their first daughter was born 1825 so I would assume prior to
that. Information on any other siblings would be appreciated. We have all information on all of
Mourning Children down to ggggrandchildren. And have information on her father back. We need a
name of her husband. Thanks, Sharon
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July 23, 2001
KING, WILKERSON -
I am looking for Johnson R. King, b. 1812 in VA. d Jan. 22, 1899 in MO. m Louisa
Wilkerson (b 1816/ KY d Jan. 6, 1888) in 1838. Children: James Madison, Helen, Mary
Margaret, Lucinda and Elnora. Any help appreciated.
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July 23, 2001
GRAY, POOR -
I am searching for county of birth for John Marshall Gray born in 1821. He married Jane
Poor who was born in April 26,1823. They later moved to Brooksburg, Indiana. Thanks for
whatever help you can provide. .....John
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July 22, 2001
DENNETT, DUNN, WATTS -
Seeking Genealogy information about my father; Edward Roy Watts born in Richmond Virginia
on Oct 4, 1907 or Oct 4, 1914. His father's name was John Watts and his mother's maiden
name was Elisabeth Dunn. My father came to Tucson Arizona as a young man and married
Filomena Dennett. They had three children; Edward John, Robert Waldo and Delia Gloria
Watts. He supposedly had brothers and sisters in Virginia, so therefore there must be some
descendants of John Watts and Elisabeth Dunn Watts, somewhere in Virginia.
Any information would be greatly appreciated. Thank you, Delia Watts
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July 21, 2001
ARNOLD, GREEN -
James GREEN b. 1805 in Va. County unknown. Moved to Tenn. and m. Martha Arnold abt.
1830. Son William Grantlin Green was born in TN. I believe in Lincoln Co. James and Martha
were in Jackson Co., Al. by 1835 when their second son, Ralph Arnold Green was born in
1835. James GREEN and his father-in-law Ralph ARNOLD were on the same page in the
1840 Jackson Co. Census. I would appreicate any help that anyone could give me
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July 21, 2001
GILL, MACGILL, McGILL -
I'm searching for Samuel Gill or MacGill or McGill, who probably came to the
U.S. from Ireland in the 1700's or was the son or grandson of a Scots-Irish immigrant by those
names in the 1700's. I haven't been able to locate any published references to him anywhere.
Samuel's children were born in Halifax County, Virginia, in the early 1800's. Sons John and James
had moved to Floyd County, Virginia, by the 1840 census and were listed as Gill.
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July 19, 2001
MOSELEY, O'NEAL -
Moseley siblings: Preston, Jonathan, Joshua, Jerry, Henry, William, and John Green. John
Green was born 1821-1822 in unknown co VA later lived in Bedford co. TN and married Martha C.
O'neal of Marshall co. TN in 1845. Does anyone know the parents of the above? Thank you
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July 14, 2001
FLESHER, TEAFORD -
I am trying to find out any info on a Sophanne or Sopharre Teaford. She has been listed
under both first names. Also with the last name Flesher. She was born in 1810-19 in Va.
Thank you in advance.
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July 13, 2001
MAXFIELD -
Looking for parents of William or John Maxfield in about 1821 or back to Virginia, any
help would be appreciated!!!
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July 7, 2001
SALTSMAN -
My gg grandfather, Thomas Saltsman, died in Davidson County TN in 1902 - his obit said he
was born in 1825 in Saulter County VA though the 3 census records I found him in said he was born
in Ohio and my grandmother, who was 8 when he died, told me he was born in Germany and lived in
PA in his childhood. Have been unable to locate a "Saulter" county or city in VA or in any other
state in my Atlas. Was there ever such a place in VA?
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July 7, 2001
FLESHER -
I am trying to find out any infor on Daniel Flesher. He was born in Augusta co. in the
early 1830's. Thank you in advance if you can give me any info.
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July 5, 2001
BOSS, VALENTINE -
I am searching for information on Kitty BOSS VALENTINE (1860-1915). Her parents
were Sam & Emily BOSS. Her sisters were Sarah & Rebecca BOSS. Kitty BOSS
married Levi VALENTINE (1854-1915) on Sept. 22, 1878, and to this union were born 11
children, including my grandfather, Beverly VALENTINE (1879-1958?)
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July 2, 2001
RAINWATER, RAINWATERS -
I am looking for anyone who may know who James and Addie Lena Rainwater
(Rainwaters) were. According to a death certificate of my great grandfather, William Henry
Rainwater, they were listed as his parents. I had never heard of them before this time. If
you have any information, please advise. Thank you.
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June 27, 2001
HOLDER -
My great,great grandfather Elijah Holder was born ABT. 1771 in Virginia, married 1809 in
Campbell County Virginia. Can you help me trace records about him and possibly his ancestors?
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June 24, 2001
FOX, NELSON, SMITH, YOUNG -
Would like any info on Elizabeth Young, possibly sister to Grace Young m John
Fox of Orange Co, VA. Elizabeth m William Smith "B" of Louisa Co, VA on December
19, 1768. Shown as "Consent of John Fox" for her marriage. Witnesses: Thomas Ballard
Smith, Caty Smith, John Nelson and Ann Smith. If any of these names
are familiar to you please contact me
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June 16, 2001
HOLLAND, KAPPES -
Would like to find marriage date & place for Henry KAPPES and Mary HOLLAND. Think
they may have been married around 1907. Henry, from IL, was in Navy. She probably from VA. Any
help greatly appreciated.
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June 11, 2001
BLEVINS, WALKER -
Looking for Tarlton Blevins 1798-m Sarah Walker and dad of T - Elisha Blevins 1770
VA-m- Rebecca
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June 9, 2001
DUNCAN, McCONNELL -
I am looking for information on John M. Duncan (born 1788) and Rebecca McConnell
born 1794 - both thought to have been born and married (1817) in Virginia. By 1829, they were in
Evansville, Indiana. Thanks
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June 8, 2001
REDMAN -
Seeking information on James REDMAN born August 20, 1827 in Virginia. He moved to Ohio,
married and had several children, and died in Delaware County Ohio in 1912. This according to
funeral home records. Thanks ever so much
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June 7, 2001
SIMPSON -
Am seeking information about: John Simpson, b. ca. 1792 somewhere in Virginia. Married a
Nancy and eventually wound up in Licking Co., OH. Children were: Alvin (listed as Allen in the
1860 OH census), Jeremiah, George W., Mary, Susan, John William, Catherine, and Anna. Does anyone
have a stray Simpson that fits...or is he another one of my ancestors who beamed down from
the mothership? Any help or suggestions would be greatly appreciated! Thanks! Sheryl, OK
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June 6, 2001
REIBER, RIEBER -
I'm trying to find a Bith Certificate and Marriage Certificate of Mary A. Rieber or
Reiber. Birth Date: 6/23/1856, Death Date: 11/10/1930, Marriage Date about 1873. The
information I have on Death Cert. is she was born in VA. Thank you for all your Help
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June 2, 2001
MOLES -
I am looking for information about John Moles, born in VA around 1800 who later is listed
on the US 1850 Census of Fentress Co., TN.
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June 2, 2001
EAGAN, McKAY, WHITSON -
Susannah and Lydia WHITSON were probably born in Stafford Co. VA about 1760. They were the
daughters of William and Margaret WHITSON. Susannah married unknown EAGAN before
1783 and Lydia married unknown MCKAY before 1783. Any info on the families of Susannah
EAGAN and Lydia MCKAY would be greatly appreciated.
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May 28, 2001
CONYERS, DUNN -
I am searching for birth places, parents and/or residences of Azariah Dunn 1757-1833 and
his wife Hannah Conyers 1763-1831 [both died Robertson Co., TN]. They and their older
children were in Robertson County before Tennessee was a state [1796]. According to early history
they were here between 1785-1795. Any information would be appreciated. Thanks.
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May 28, 2001
CONOVER, COVENHOVEN, KEER, KOUWENHOVEN, SNEDEKER,
VAN_KOUWENHOVEN, WARTH -
Seek help with a Holland Dutch family that possibly came to Virginia in the 1700's from NY or NJ
. Descended from Wolfort Van_Kouwenhoven; came to Am. in early 1620's , Dutch West Indies
Co., and settled New York City. I am looking for a CONOVER/ COVENHOVEN/
KOUWENHOVEN man ,or a spelling that sounds similar. He was possibly in a county near
Pennsylvania . One son of this family , born in Pennsylvania, married Anna J. KEER in the
late 1700's to early 1800's and had children in Cranbury, Middlesex County, New Jersey. Ralph R./
Rafe and possible twin Samuel in 1811 , Alfred or Albert, & William in Sept.,1816. William and
Ralph R. were stone and brick masons. Using the name CONOVER in New Jersey. William worked
as a plasterer in Cincinnati, Ohio from 1840-1856. William, Samuel and Ralph R. CONOVER
migrated to Indiana. Ralph R. married Ellen/ Elnor Snedeker in NJ in 1836-37 and William
married Catherine Warth in 1837. I need help with the names of the fathers and mothers and
grandparents and places for the marriages as well as siblings. Thank you.
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May 25, 2001
BROOKS -
My Grandmother was born in Pineview, VA. Her name is Minnie Olivia Brooks, born May 5,
1881. She lived in Sumerduck in Fauquier County. At some point she left for New York City and was
married there in 1912. I have been unable to discover any info about her or her family.
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May 25, 2001
LYTZ -
I am lookiing for any information on the Lytz family from Bristol, VA. The information I
have is that my grandfather Lucian Cook Lytz (from Alabama) was the younger son* of Lucian
Cook Lytz who was born in Bristol on 23 Apr 1880 and left there sometime, eventually
settling in Mobile, Al where he died in 1933. My great-grandfather was a younger son of Walter
Lytz who was born in 1844 and died in Bristol around 1917. Walter had a farm and it passed
on to his eldest son, and not Lucian. My grandfather believed that the family originally came
from Alsace-Lorraine. Any information, suggestions would be greatly appreciated as the internet
is pretty much all that I have to go on. *my grandfather had an older brother Walter who had two
sons: Karl and Walter and I think they ended up in Houston, TX at some point.
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May 19, 2001
ALEXANDER, EVANS -
I am looking for birth/family information for my great, great, great grandfather. His name was
Ezekial Evans and was born somewhere in Virginia around 1794. He married Jane
Alexander in Pulaski county, Ky in October of 1821. This is all I know. Any information
you can find will be extremely helpful. Thanks,
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May 14, 2001
PARKER -
I have recently traced my family back through the generations to Dr. Alexander Parker. He
was born about 1690 in Virginia. He had two sons that I know of--William and Alexander. I am
wondering where he/they are buried. Also, if Dr. Parker was born in Virginia or came from
England. At one time he owned land in Bristol, England but don't know if it perhaps was just an
inheritance he received or if he had come from there. Any information you have will be most
appreciated. I'm really not sure of the county in which these Parkers lived, but it may have been
Spotsylvania. Again, thanks for any assistance. Barbara Rissman Drager
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May 13, 2001
BAILEY, DOUGLAS, HOOD, JOHNSON, JOHNSTON, VAUX, WALKER, WRIGHT -
Seeking information on the following WALKER family. Any information at all would be
appreciated. Someone I met online gave me the information about Edward WALKER and his wife
Elizabeth VAUX but I have not been able to document it. This has been a deadend for me for
over 2 years now and I am beginning to think this WALKER family came from Mars rather than
England! Descendants of Edward Walker b: Abt. 1775 in England +Elizabeth Vaux b: in
England: 1) George J. Walker b: Abt. 1830 in England d: September 11, 1899 +Mary
Johnson/ Johnston b: in Ohio, and 2nd: +Martha J. Gaskill b: Abt. 1832 in
Ohio m: March 06, 1856 (ch: Catherine b: Abt. 1858 +Matthew Wright; Ellen Bessie b: Abt.
1865 +J.C. Hood; George Jr. b: Abt. 1867; William Edward b: Abt. 1870 +Phronie Alice
Bailey, and 2nd: +Minnie D. Douglas b: Abt. 1881 in Jackson Co, WV m: June 26, 1906
in Jackson Co, WV; Maggie M. b: Abt. 1872; Susie b: Abt. 1874; and Charlotte Walker b:
Abt. 1879); 2) William Walker
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May 12, 2001
GRAHAM, WOOD -
Samuel WOOD born about 1825 in Virginia. He was Cherokee Indian. Married Rachel
GRAHAM. His children were: Amanda, Berry, Ann, and Lizza WOOD. This family ended up
in Young County Texas.
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May 12, 2001
KELSEY, SCHWEGLER -
I am searching for the families of Joseph Schwegler and Alfred and Emma Kelsey.
They came to an unknown county in Virginia about 1912. They returned to Buffalo NY a few years
later. Any info welcome
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May 11, 2001
BRYANT, TURNER -
I am searching for parents of Jesse Bryant born about 1796 in Va. married Rachel
Turner dau. of Geo. and Elizabeth Turner of Culpepper Co. va. Moved to Harrison Co.
Ky about 1815 Would appreciate any infor on Bryants of Culpepper Co. Va or that Vicinity
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May 11, 2001
CLARE, ELLER, MURRAY, NORD -
I am insearch of info re: John Clarence Murray b. Richmond, VA 1898, spouse Maude
Eller b. Va 1902. Have been unable to learn if they had children. John B. Murray b.
1867 arrived Ellis Island from Ireland single, married Elizabeth H. Clare (no date or
place), but John Clarence was born to them in Richmond 6yrs later. My Father in law, John C. is
terminally ill and would appreciate any info on the father he never met. We know that John
Clarence made it to Albany, NY in 1923 to marry Signe Nord ( John C's mother) when he was
29. They had twin sons John C. and William (d) but "disappeared" within 2 years of their birth.
We do not know what happened to Maude Eller Murray. Was she the 1st wife or second? Any
children? There is a large gap from when John B. Murray arrived from Ireland, then birth
of John Clarence in Richmond, then marriage and birth of twins John C. and William in Albany NY.
Where does Maude Eller fit in? We are lost, any help is appreciated. All knowledgeable
family members are deceased. Any suggestions? Thanks. --
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May 10, 2001
BENNIT, FINNEY -
Looking for any information on David Lewis Finney. His wife was Emily Bennit. He
was born in Danville Virginia. He served in the Civil War.
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May 7, 2001
HINES, THOMAS -
Seeking info on parents and or siblings of Charles B. Hines. Served in War of 1812.
Married Mary C. Thomas of Louisa Co. in 1819. The 1820 Va. census shows him in Goochland
Co. In Louisa Co. by 1830. Died cir. 1837. Had children: Elizabeth, Martha C., Mary Jane,
Margaret, Maria F., Charles C., Susan, Joseph. Also lived in Fluvanna and Hanover Counties.
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May 7, 2001
OILER, WILCHER -
I am looking for relatives of my mother whom passed away in 1997. Birth cert states she was born
Alleghany Co.. Magesterial of Clifton /Lofton in Virgina. She was born Peal Maudaline
Wilcher parents are Rufus Martin Wilcher & Clara Mae Oiler (maiden name on
bs) Born June 2 1919 ? Parents were both 27 at her birth.. it lists children born as 4 She was a
housewife & he a miner.. It lists their current address as " ? Moon Virginia.. It is difficult to
read. it is dated Feb 12 1943.. Anyone with info or where to locate info it would be appreciated.
Thanks
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May 5, 2001
HARKINS -
I am trying to find the marriage date of a James Harkins who married a Christian ????. The
1850 census records that she was born in Virginia. James died about 1847 in Christian County, Ky.
They were in South Carolina in the old 96th District by 1804 where their first son, John was
born. I could only find Harkins in the Rockbridge County area of Virginia but have now way
of knowing if these Harkins are connected.
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April 30, 2001
CAMPBELL, GREEN,
PARR, SMITH -
I am searching for the first wife of Thomas Parr, thought to be Sarah Smith of
Culpeper CO., VA. Thomas Parr and wife came to Amherst about the time of the outbreak of
the War between the States. It is possible that Sarah died during childbirth before 1870. Thomas
and Sarah are believed to have had a son named Delwyn Smith Parr and a daughter named
Sarah Furman Parr who married Clarence (?) Campbell. Thomas later married Rebecca
Green and moved to Texas. I am seeking descendants and the burial place of Sarah Smith
Parr. Results of any search would be most appreciated.
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April 30, 2001
SHARP -
I am trying to find out which county in VA my family came from. W. A. Sharp married
Missouri UNKNOWN. The child born to them in VA is Susan. The other children, Mary Daniel C.,
Amazella, Martha, Masio, Rufus, and Samuel were born in AR.
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April 29, 2001
MASON, McLEAREN -
I am searching for information about my grandmother, Lillian Estelle McLearen
Mason, daughter of Cynthia Ann McLearen. She and her sister were dressmakers in DC
prior to her marriage to Norman Phelps Mason. Thank you.
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April 23, 2001
McDANIEL, McDONALD -
Starling/Sterling McDaniel b. abt 1774 in unknown County, Virginia, m. Elizabeth b.
Virginia, first found in Montgomery County, North Carolina 1800 Census under name
(McDonald). Any help sincerely appreciated.
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April 21, 2001
BALDWIN, BOLDIN, HUNT, LADD -
I am researching the Hunt family that came from the Fluvanna - Albemarle counties area.
John Hunt married Ann Ladd and their son John Hunt married Judith
Boldin (Baldwin) and came to Boone County Missouri with Daniel Boone's son in 1828.
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April 19, 2001
BROWN, PAINTER,
RIPPATOE -
I am looking for information on Zachariah BROWN, born 1759 in Virginia and Susanna
RIPPATOE, born 1775 in Virginia. I am not sure where at though. I know they moved to
Jackson County Tennessee. There is 3 children that I know of Pleasent BROWN born about
1793 in TN, he married Sarah, born about 1803 in TN, John BROWN born about 1803 in
Virginia, he married Sally, born about 1809 in Kentucky, and Katherine BROWN born about
1825 in TN, she married Henry Spotwood Painter, born about 1820. If anyone knows about
this family could you email me? Thank you
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April 6, 2001
STEIN, TAYLOR -
I am looking for information on my gr.gr.grandparents, George Stein that married a Mary
Taylor. According to family lore, George and Mary were born in SC but moved to VA. In
1857, they had a son named John Wesley Stein. There was at least one daughter. Mary
Taylor died and George remarried. At this time, John (my gr.grandfather) ran away from
home and went to TN. Do you have any information about this Stein/Taylor family? John's
past has been a mystery for years. Thank you for any info. or ideas!
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April 4, 2001
O'NEILL -
Robert O'Neill- Unknown Virginia County. Does Virginia have a state death index? Looking
for info on Robert Charles O'Neill, born in 1925 in Connecticut. The SSDI shows he died
10-4-1972 and shows only VA. Thanks for any help., Mac
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April 3, 2001
GILDEROY -
Looking for Gilderoy surname in Virginia. May be in Petersburg area, before 1848. Thank
you
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March 27, 2001
GLOYD, WORTH -
Am looking for information on the family name of GLOYD, especially Sarah Virginia
GLOYD. She supposedly was born Sept. 26, 1824 on Geo. Washington's farm at Mt. Vernon. She
married Andrew WORTH at Ft. Wayne, Indiana on Jan. 19, 1842. He was born July 12, 1814.
Any information or any ideas to find this information will be greatly appreciated.
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March 27, 2001
SANDERS -
I'm looking for any information concerning the George Sanders of Virginia. Specifically
children, one of them would be James W. and another would be George Whitfield. Any help would be
greatly appreciated. Norma
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March 26, 2001
GARRETT, LEMASTER -
I am trying to located the parents of Heather E. Garrett born March, 1854 in Ohio and died
1902 in Tyler County, West Virginia. She married William E. Lemaster born February, 1850
in Virginia and died 1924 in Tyler County, West Virginia. She and William were the parents of
Charles E., Ollie, Alice, Eliza, Arzie, Bessie, Nora, Cora, Emma and Ira. I cannot locate her in
any files that I have researched. Please help.
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March 21, 2001
BRIAND, BRYANT, BURGESS, DONAHOE, DONAHUE -
An old family letter written by Virginia Dial states: [bracket comments are Judy's] (parentheses
are Virginia's)
"Great-grandfather, Henry Donahue's father was, Michael Donahue
who married a French gal - Louise Briand [this might be a spelling for 'Bryant']-
Great-grandfather Henry was a short dark Frenchman [I think this means that he took after his
mother's looks] - (we have pictures of Great-great grandfather and grandmother) Michael was born
about 1791 - great big raw boned med-framed Irishman born during Washington's administration.
Great-grand-mother Donahue was a Burgess [Sarah] (my grand-mother Dial's aunt), and
according to all who knew her, the finest lady in the land - a very lovely person.
The
Donahue's hove over from the "auld sod" to Virginia. Michael born in Va. went as
frontiersman to Indiana, then to Iowa & then to Kansas - is buried at Valley Falls, Kansas
(pictures were taken in "Leaven-town" of all things) Julie [Julia Electra Donahue, Henry's
dau and Michael's grand dau] remembered them both. They produced fourteen boys and two girls!!!"
A family story has it that Michael Donahoe (born nearer 1789) was not approved of by
Louise's family. Her father forbid the marriage, so Michael and Louise had a "woods" marriage...
i. e. they ran off together. By their children's births, they were in Indiana 1809, then
Kentucky, then Illinois, then Iowa, then Nebraska, then Kansas. I would like to find Michael's
family and Louise Briand (Bryant)'s family. A census says that Louise was born in
South Carolina.
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March 20, 2001
MYERS -
Seeking any available information on an Andrew Jackson Myers, allegedly born somewhere in
Virginia. Unfortunately, I have no location, dates or name of spouse, but one daughter, Elizabeth
Ida May Myers, was born in Jefferson County, KS in 1886. Other children were a daughter
Eura, and sons "Alvie" (Alva?) and "Jake" (Jacob?). Jake eventually settled in Bellingham, WA.
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March 16, 2001
RHUE, RUE, WATERS -
I am looking for the Mother and Father of Elijah Waters Born in Virginia in 1767, Married
Nancy Rhue/ Rue about 1800 She was from Ireland she died about 1829 in McCreary Co.
Ky..2ed wife Elizabeth, living in Lincoln Co KY in the 1850 Census and the 1810 census has him in
Wayne Co. Ky. His Family moved to America in the late 1700s. from where???. I would be very
thankful for any Info. Thanks James Waters.
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March 15, 2001
BURNETT, MILLER, WEBSTER -
I am searching for the parents of Christina Webster (b. ~1841, married James Samuel
Burnett, July 1869, lived in Leitchfield, Grayson Co, KY). According to KY 1880 census
records, she was born in VA as were both of her parents. I don't know if she married in VA or KY,
but have the date from the census records in KY. If it helps, a W. R. Miller (age 23, VA
born) was living with the family at the time of the 1870 census. Any and all information would be
appreciated!
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March 11, 2001
ALLEY -
I am searching for John Alley, in Unknown counties who was born around 1740 and had sons
William and Thomas who all went to MO area about 1777.
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March 4, 2001
ROBINSON -
I am looking for an Edmund Robinson. The 1850 AL census shows him born in VA, he was 73
years old so he would have been born around 1774. any help will be appreciated.
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March 4, 2001
HOLLIDAY, THORNTON -
I am looking for a John Holliday that married a Mary Thornton and later moved to
Kentucky. Thanks for your help
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March 4, 2001
JOHNSON, SPARKS -
Searching for Richard Lindsey Johnson, married to Mary Polly Sparks, son of James
Johnson. This entire family moved from Virginia to Alabama between 1844 and 1850. I don't
know which county they moved from, but the 1850 Ala. census states that Mary Polly was born in
North Carolina, so I suspect it was somewhere near there. Any information is greatly appreciated.
I particularly want info about ancestors of Richard. Thank you. Dee
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March 2, 2001
BOWERS -
Looking for information on Jeremiah Bowers b. VA 1768. In Nash Co., NC mid/late 1700's, in
Sumner/Wilson Co.,TN beg. 1800, then Todd Co. KY by 1850.
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February 28, 2001
WORKMAN -
Workman, Daniel O. Born Sep. 1852. Wife Anna. Son John Lewis Calvin Workman, my
grandfather. If you run across these names I would like to hear from you.
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February 18, 2001
MATNEY, WRIGHT -
I am looking for information on William Matney. He and his family arrived from England at
the end of the Revolutionary War, approx 1780. He came with the family of John Wright.
William's son, John, married Nancy Wright, daughter of John Wright. My records say
they first settled near the James River in Virginia and later moved to Pittsylvania County.
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February 17, 2001
FISHER, HEATHER, HEITHER,
LAYTON -
I am looking for information on Abraham FISHER who was born abt. 1753, VA. He married
Rhoda LAYTON. They had the following children. Caleb who was born abt. 1775, VA. he
married Mary Heither (Heather); Mary; Trustram; Milcha; Prudence; Rachel; Mahalia;
Celia. Thank you for your help.
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February 16, 2001
LOGAN, McLAIN, McLEAN -
I am looking for James Logan b. c1746 in Va. Married Mary Mclean/ Mclain b.
c1748 in Va. I believe they were married in Va. I am trying to find if James served with the
Colonial Militia, what county he and Mary were born and married. They moved I think to La.
territory about 1800 but I am not sure of this, their son Mathew Logan b.11-5-1772 in Va.
married at Mine Au Breton La. territory in 1801. I believe also they were Presbyterian. Any info
would be appreciated
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February 10, 2001
LAMB, LEE -
I''m looking for information on Samuel Lee. He was born somewhere in Virginia around 1800,
and married Mary Lamb in 1835 in Madison County, Kentucky. They had at least ten children:
Joshua, b. abt. 1836, Elihu G., b. abt. 1837, Alfred, b. abt. 1842, Florenda, b. abt. 1844,
Josephine, b. abt. 1846, Lucinda, b. abt. 1847, Susana, b. abt. 1848, Duncan, Mahala, and Sarah
Lee.
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February 10, 2001
FERRIANS, WRIGHT -
I don't know where to look for tha family of Ferrians. My G-Gramdfather was Augustus
Ferrians b.8/1/1895? He was thrown out of the family as a teenager and changed his name to
Dan Wright. Any thoughts? Help if you can, I understand that the surname is unusual.
Thanks, Bella.
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February 10, 2001
FOGLE, HUFFMAN, SNYDER -
Do you think you can point me in the right direction? I have been tracking a Snyder family
in Indiana for many years. I have new information that they came to Indiana from Virginia around
1700. Thank you, Gordon Smith, Westford, Mass. This text was on page 853 of a book Titled,
"History of Adams and Wells counties" published in 1918. Franklin SNYDER is one of the
oldest residents of Adams County, has passed the age of fourscore, and for fully three-quarters
of a century has been a resident of this County He is also honored and respected as a surviving
veteran of the great war which freed the slaves and made this a united country. Mr. Snyder
's home is a well improved little farm of forty-four acres in section 32 of Jefferson Township.
His daily mail delivery is on Route No. 2 from Geneva. Mr. Snyder was born in Champaign
County, Ohio, August 16 1834 a son of Jesse and Mary (Huffman) Snyder. His Father
and mother were both natives of Virginia, where they grew up and married and then moved to
Champaign County, Ohio, locating north of Urbana. The father, a Blacksmith, built a shop and
rendered service to the farmers of a large community. In 1840 he sold out his interests in
Champaign County, Ohio, and came to Adams County, Indiana, which was then virtually a wilderness.
In 1843 he located at New Corydon, Indiana, in Jay County, where he set up a shop and gave The
services of his trade to the community for a long period of years. Both parents died at New
Corydon. His father was a republican. Franklin Snyder was eight years old when his father
moved to New Corydon and there he attended the common schools and his early experiences were as a
farm boy. August 16, 1862, he enlisted in Company E of the Eighty-ninth Indiana Infantry, and was
mustered in at Wabash, Indiana, and from that time to the close of hostilities was with his
regiment in all the campaigns, marches and battles and rendered faithful duty as a soldier. He is
a member of Grand Army Post No. 83 and was formerly officer of the day of the post at New
Corydon. Mr. Snyder votes the republican ticket. He married Sarah E Fogle Who died in May
1917. Their only surviving child is James Snyder, until recently clerk in the post office
at Portland, Indiana, But now with his father on the farm. Mr. Franklin Snyder has five
grandchildren.
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February 5, 2001
SCROGGINS, VAUGHN -
From census records, my gggrandfather, John P. Vaughn, was born in Va. in 1805. I don't
know which county. He eventually settled in Pike Co. Illinois, but I'm not sure what year. He
married Elizabeth "Scroggins?" possibly around 1831. And I don't know what year he died. I
would like to find the county in which he was born and the names and history of his parents and
so on. I am really at a deadend. Thanks.
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February 2, 2001
DOUDGE, WRIGHT -
Looking for family of gr gr grandmother, Love DOUDGE, b. 1817 NC md Isaac Dalton
Wright 1838 in Surry Co. NC. Elizabeth DOUDGE b. 1790 in VA was living with them in
1840 & 1850 Surry Co. census. Elizabeth could have been Love's mother, aunt, or sister-in-law but
either way her family migrated to NC from VA. There were a lot of Doudge marriages in
Princess Anne county but don't know if they are my Doudges.
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January 29, 2001
HATFIELD, NUTTER -
Looking for William HATFIELD - born 1815 in VA. Married to Sarah or Sarriah NUTTER
of VA born 1823. By 1850 they had moved to Pike Co., Ohio. Children include Mary, William H,
Thomas, Sarah J, David H., and Lois. Would like any info on William or Sarah and their parents.
Thanks for the help
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January 28, 2001
EVERMAN, McCOY -
Looking for any information on Mary Everman and family bn. 4 Jan 1771 at Tiger Valley,
Virginia. Is there a Tiger Valley, VA? Mary married John McCoy in Virginia then moved to
Kentucky.
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January 25, 2001
FIERCE, SHIFLET, SHIPLEY -
Looking for John SHIPLEY/ SHIFLET b 1786 VA who m Mary FIERCE, b 1799 VA.
Need parents for both ancesters. They mirgrated to OH by the 1820s. Children were; Ira 1823, Levi
1825, Isaac 1831, Almeda 1834, Elizabeth 1836, and Nancy 1839.
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January 23, 2001
ABRAHAMS -
Looking for an ABRAHAMS family who settled somewhere in Virginia before 1788. How can I
find the Co. in VA.? Any help would be greatfully appreciated. He was the father of John
Abrahams who was born in Licking Co. Ohio in 1788.
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January 23, 2001
McCULTY -
I am researching the McCulty family of Pendleton Co., VA (now WV). My ancestor James
McCulty first appeared on 1820 census for Pendleton Co. I found a John McCulty on
List of Colonial Soldiers of Virginia with the reference, "Letters to Washington." Where can I
locate these letters?
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January 23, 2001
ASHBY, SMALLWOOD -
Looking for information on Francis Marion Smallwood b1854-d1925. They called him Frank and
was told they lived in a place called Yellow SchoolHouse, Va. Has anyone heard of this
place? If so could you give me some information on it. Francis Marion Smallwood was
married to a Fannie or Fanny Cleveland Ashby b1886-d1964. They are both buried in
Ebenezer Church Cemetery in Bloomfield, Va. Please if anyone knows of these people or
these places could you let me know.
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January 21, 2001
MANIER -
I am looking for William Manier, born in Virginia before 1840. He moved to Texas and was
killed in an accident in 1854 (Not before he produce my great-grandfather). We have no records of
his parents. The spelling has consistenly be Manier .... but who knows what it may have
been before the move to TX. Thank you in advance.
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January 18, 2001
ENGLAND -
Looking for information on George W. England abt. 1815 VA, county unknown.
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January 17, 2001
HAMILTON, PAINE -
Dr. John F. HAMILTON b. 13 Oct. 1814 KY/VA m. Laura Taylor PAINE 1838 Vigo Co. IN.
Children: Francis Marion, Alvah Challis, twins, George Edgar and John, William Marvin, Eben
Winchester, Mary Ann and Martha Jane. Seeking any clues as to possible family in VA ... account
written by son Eben in 1920's states his father, John was born in VA and his Grandfather was
Scotch.
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January 17, 2001
CHICKEN, GREEN -
Seeking parentage of Jacob GREEN b 31 Jan 1811 VA (unknown county). Migrated west to
Harrison Co OH where he married Mary CHICKEN on 31 Mar 1831. He d 3 Oct 1862 in Fulton
Co., IL. Jacob had at least one sibling, Mary Ann GREEN. Please, any info whatsoever
greatly appreciated. Thanks in advance,
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January 17, 2001
JESSEE, McLAUGHLIN -
Looking for info on Floyd C. Jessee born 1868 in VA.. parents unknown. He married Leona
McLaughlin and was in Oklahoma by 1894 where he died in 1942. I am looking for any info on
what county he was born in and who his parents or siblings are. Some of his children are George
(1894), Maud (1896), Oscar, Lucille (1911), Haskell, Eloise, Eunice (1918) and maybe several
more. Thanks!
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January 15, 2001
HENDERSON -
Henderson: Looking for parent's of Greenville / may be Granville , bn. 1792.County unkn.
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January 12, 2001
BELL, PARROT, SMITHSON, TERRELL, WILSON -
Help, I have reached a dead end with my research of my gggg-great grandfather, William
Bell. I do know he was born in VA about 1777. Do not know anything about his parents or
siblings. He married Synah or Sinah P. Wilson in Campbell Co., VA in 1801. We have a copy
of the marriage bond, so we know Synah's father was James Wilson, but we don't know
anything about her mother or siblings. Three children were born of the Bell-Wilson union
that we know of. James D, born near Richmond on 10/06/1802. George W. born around 1802, and
Benjamin born in 1815. We do know that both George and James were born in VA. Benjamin, we aren't
sure where he was born. We do know that something happened to Synah P. Wilson Bell,
before September 1825, because William Bell married again on 9-15-1825 to the widow Jemima
Terrell, who was born Jemima Smithson. Jemima parents were Drummond Smithson
and Mary Parrot. Both of these parents were born in Fluvanna Va. Help, I really need to
find out more info about William Bell, his parents & siblings. Anything you can provide to
get me over this hill would be greatly appreciated. Thank you so much,
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January 12, 2001
HAYES, STONE -
I am seeking any information on my gg Grandfather, Richard Mathias STONE, born in VA, Dec
22, 1828. He came from a large family and had a sister whose name was Sally. I have a letter
written my an Aunt or great Aunt who only knew that Richard left home at age 21 because he
"differed with the family views on the slave issues." He then went to Indiana where he met and
married Bessie Elender HAYES in 1849. She was from Shelby County, Hanover Twp. I am
guessing that they were married there but thus far have no proof. I have found Richard's name at
the FamilySearch.org. He was referred on one file as "Matt," but no other dates but this
birthdate and state of VA. If anyone can help me find Richard Mathias Stone's parents or
any other of his family, I would be greatly appreciative. Thank you for your time.
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January 10, 2001
RILEY, ROWE -
I am seeking information on Squire Peter Rowe (I understand 'Squire' was a given name, not
a title) b. 1822 in Virginia. Peter Rowe married Jane Riley (?). Their children
were Elizabeth, Tabitha, Riley, George (poss. George Paris), Henry Clay, Yancy Richardson,
Alphonza K. and Almira. It appears that Elizabeth was born in Va, Tabitha in Ill., Riley and
George (my great-grandfather) in MO, Yancy, Alphonza and Almira in AR. The family farmed in
Garland Co. Arkansas (tho' some changing of Co. boundries since so farm may have been Hot Springs
Co. originally). Family history has it that Peter was killed, probably as a noncombatant, in a
crossfire between Union and CSA forces, on a mount on his farm. Jane remarried several times,
said to have live to age 96. I would like to identify Squire Peter Rowe's parents, his
siblings, and his place of birth.
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January 10, 2001
BARBEE, PATTILLO -
I am looking for information re the birthplace and family of John Henry Pattillo born 1839
in Virginia, probably Mecklenburg Co, but possibly Brunswick Co, (have found a Pattillo
farm on 1870 Mecklenburg Co. map in eastern part of Co.) or Warren Co. N.C. John Henry
Pattillo was a member of Co. A, 56th Va. Infantry, CSA. After the War John Henry moved to
Christian Co. Kentucky and settled in "Little Flat Lick." He married Lydia Jane Barbee
(1852-1933) a native of Virginia and daughter of Edward and A.C. Barbee. I would
appreciate any information on either the Pattillo or Barbee families.
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January 8, 2001
BRANNON, WILLIAMS -
In the 1820 census of Berkeley Co, VA there are three Brannons listed. Elizabeth in
Marstenburg, John on p. 89 and Rebecca on p. 89. We are trying to locate the parents of Rebecca
BRANNON, b. 1805 and who md. James Williams on 31 DEC 1821 in Berkeley Co, VA. Any
help locating Rebecca's parents and siblings will be greatly appreciated. Thanks.
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January 3, 2001
MOORE -
I am seeking information on Benjamine Moses Moore born abt. 1763 in/or on Elk Creek. He
married Louvicia ??? and had Sarah, Levicia, Elviraand Joseph Winfield Moore. Supposedly
he was the youngest of 9 brothers and moved to Louisiana because he couldn't get along with them.
Any info would be greatly appreciated.
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January 1, 2001
COATS, WHITLEY -
I am descended from a Lucy Whitley whose family came from VA. She married an Obediah
Coats. I am looking for Coats information. I suspect that they came from VA, but I
have no documentation for any clues. Any help appreciated.
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