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Jan 1997

Nancy Brower Fri Jan 31 16:49:50 1997..GATES Am researching the GATES families of Athens and Washington Cos. I have lots of information that I would be happy to share with anyone who is interested. I am particularly interested in proving the parentage of my Rufus H. GATES who was born in Ohio ca. 1810. He married Hester BAKER in Washington Co. in 1832. They were living in Athens Co. in 1850 with their four children: Philo Philander, Elizabeth, Stephen P., and Rufus A.

Nancy Brower Fri Jan 31 16:53:38 1997..GARDNER Looking for information on the family of Thomas and Margaret GARDNER. They were living in Athens Co. at the time of the 1850 census. Thomas was b. ca. 1783 and Margaret b. ca. 1792. They likely had children: Margaret Ann, Thomas Jr., Henry L., Lora A., Charlotte, Adaline P., Mary Ann, Emeline, and Rachel. There may be others as well. Would appreciate hearing from anyone who knows about this family.

J. Blankenship Fri Jan 31 18:41:33 1997 . I am trying to find the birth county and parents of Thomas F. Weaver. Thomas was evidently 1/2 Cherokee and 1/2 Black. He was living in Athens Co., by 1880. He married Willie L. Cooper 27/Dec/1883. He was born in North Carolina in April of 1853. I understand there was a Cherokee/Black community in Lee Township. Can you give me a contact for that community or guide me to some publications that could be of use. Their children were Estella b. 11/Feb/1890, Grace E. born Oct/1886, Mabel born May 1892, Oscar born May 1894, Charley born July 1896 and Viola born April 1900. They later moved to California. I am also interested in finding out about Willie's parents Douglas Calvin (or Calvin Douglas) Cooper and Nancy A. Cassell. Douglas may have had a brother named Nelson. They were supposedly Choctow or Sandusky Seneca. Great Uncle Charley wasn't sure which it was but he talked about the Indian baskets his grandparents, the Coopers, made. I'd appreciate any assistance you can give. Thanks Soquala

Robin Reed Thu Jan 30 14:18:05 1997....REID/REED-EVANS-EDMISTEN-LUMBECK Looking for families of Lydia REID who married Joseph Lumbeck 1-25-1821 in PIKE CO. OHIO. Mary REID who married John EDMISTEN on May 28, 1829 ADAMS CO., Ohio. and Martha REID who marred Lewis EVANS on Mar 12 1832, HIGHLAND CO. Ohio. These three women are the daughters of Barnet REID and Susannah STITLIN of BROWN CO. Ohio. They also have sisters DORCAS, Rebecca (who married Asa REEVES) and Evangelina (who married Eli REEVES). Any info would be appreciated, have info to share on the REID family also. Thanks!

Randy L. Hoover Tue Jan 28 20:32:54 1997...My ancestors were early Meigs settlers. My last relative residing in Meigs Co. was Ethan HARPER of Pomeroy. He was a Taylor by trade. His sister was my Grandmother, Della Lena HARPER. I am looking for any information on: HARPER, JOHNSON, SCOTT, MURRAY (MURRY), and MCALLISTER.

cathy hayden Wed Jan 29 00:44:14 1997...UPDATE: ADAM BURKHART- Miler City, Ottawa, Putnam County, Ohio. wife's name: Francis,(maiden name unknown). Marriage date: unknown children's names: Theresa,Louis,Caroline,Joseph,Elizabeth,Henry, Martha, John. Religon: unknown Looking for following information; record of marriage, both Adam and Fracis died within 3 days of each other, WHY? Francis maiden name, father and mother's name,other family? Other last names associated with the children were; L.F. KONST, H. Radebaugh, William MCCrary, Mr.Inman, Charles Stine, John Farley. email CHayden762@aol.com

John J. Mickel Tue Jan 28 18:46:00 1997....My grandfather Pliny Orville Bradford was born in Fairfax, Highland County, Ohio in 1861, died in Akron, Ohio in 1944 and was returned to Fairfax, Ohio for burial. His father was John Hunt Bradford [1820-1903] and his mother was Cyrena Jane Carey [1827-1927]. I would be interested in any additional information on the Brandford and Carey families that would lead to knowing more about my family. I have some informtion on both families as well as a genealogy for the Carey family dating back to before 1777.

Cin Sopko Tue Jan 28 18:48:46 1997..Posting for a friend. She is looking for information on Issac DUNKLE who married Sara BROWN in 1832, in Athens County. Looking for the children of this couple and more.

Marj Swies Mon Jan 27 18:49:07 1997..ELIZABETH THOMAS JUDY b 1868 Wales, d 1949 in Columbus but buried in Athens where she lived since 1870. Looking for information on her father (Stephen Thomas, I think)and her mother (Sara Lee). Would like census and death certificate (and wills if avail) information on parents to fill in data gaps. JOSIAH JUDY b 1828 Somerset Co PA and d 1894 Athens Co and his wife VERONICA FRANCES YODER JUDY b 1828 Somerset Co PA and d 5 Aug 1914. Would like census info from 1850 on. Wills if available.

Sharon Hunter-Porges Mon Jan 27 12:46:57 1997..I am searching for information about the MOREAU family that lived in Knox County, Ohio in the early 1900s. My grandfather was Alfred Joseph MOREAU, my grandmother was Hester Monita (Vale) Moreau. Several children were born to them in Ohio, Agnes, Oliver,and Winfred are among the names. Winfred and twin died. Death certificate for Winfred is on file but not for the twin. Who were Alfred's parents and who were Hester's parents? Does anyone have any information about this family? Thank you

Cynthia Rieck Mon Jan 27 17:14:14 1997..I am lookin for information on Calib and Alvira Lamb. they were married on June 15, 1799. I am looking for information on their children.

Terry Joyce Sat Jan 25 19:53:55 1997..STREMMEL. Seek info on my grandmother, Bertha E. Stremmel, b. Feb. 28, 1879, presumably in Zanesville and her parents. Her father died before she was born, hence cannot verify in census records for 1880 since family may have lived with relatives. She was member of Evangelical & Reformed (German) Church. Married William Terence Joyce ca. 1902. Lived in Zanesville at time of Flood of '13. Also seek info on William Terence Joyce, b. Athens Co., Ohio, 1872 or '73, died in Zanesville Nov. 1938, and his parents. Worked B & O Railroad.

Marcia Hill Johnson Mon Jan 20 16:52:10 1997..Am seeking information on the Oglesbee (sometimes spelled Oglesby) family of Clinton County Ohio. Believed to be descended from the Ogilvy (Ogilvie) family of Scotland, UK. My grandfather was Russell Wayne Oglesbee, born July 21, 1881 in Lumberton, Ohio. Married Flora Crain October 12, 1904. He died October 21, 1952 in Piqua, Ohio. His father was Albert Reeder Oglesbee, dates and places unknown. He married Rebecca Johnson who bore him three children--Russell Wayne, Earl, and Lena. After Rebecca's death, he married Alice Coleman, who had 3 children. She was also a first cousin to Rebecca Johnson. Albert Reeder Oglesbee had 3 brothers, two named Reese and Robert. His family belonged to the Presbyterian Church. The Johnsons had originally settled in Virginia. I am seeking information about Albert Reeder Oglesbee, Rebecca Johnson, and their antecedents. Jamestown, Ohio and Bowersville, Ohio figure in this as well.

Duane L. Emrick Fri Jan 17 18:57:42 1997..Benjamin Franklin (Frank) BLANK (b.20Jun1852,Auglaize Co.), livedon farm in Paulding Co.married Loretta Ann ??. Looking for sibling info on: Katharine (LUSK), Eve Isabelle (LAYTON), Moses, Levi Alexander, Philip Bartley and in particular Elizabeth Ann BLANK who married George EMRICK. I have a little spouse info on above but could use details on decendants. These are all decendants of Peter BLANK Jr. and Elizabeth Ann NOECKER.

Maryetta Rogerson Fri Jan 17 19:12:24 1997..Hello, I would like to know if anyone is researching Calvin Mansfield, Margaret Daughenbaugh who married in Ill. or Ohio. Possibly marr. in 1880 in Oh. county not known. Also need any information regarding Susan Jordan and David Myers who were born in Oh. and marr. but county is not known Any information, dates , townships, children of or parents of these two couples would be appreciated.

Gordon Bennett Sat Jan 18 15:59:40 1997...I am searching for the parents and siblings of Margaret BRANDEBURGH who married Vanrensselaer BENNETT on December 26, 1833 in Hocking County, Ohio. It is thought that Margaretr was born in Virginia or West Virginia. They were the parents of Ceborn BENNETT born October 14, 1835 in Athens County, Ohio. Other children were: Noah, Ira, Lafayette, Austin, Emma, Sofhronia, Rebecca and Ellen.

Stan Baker Sun Jan 19 05:11:35 1997...Seeking help in locating Wesely G. (Guy) BAKER, born 8 Feb 1808, near Clarksburg, VA. Married Deborah Frances ROLLER (WOLF) 6 Oct 1831 in MEIGS Co, Oh. Died 3 Jul 1890, Shelby Co, IL. Can locate this couple in 1840, 1850, 1860 census of MEIGS Co, OH. Then can find them in 1870, 1880, 1890 census of SHELBY Co, IL. These are my oldest ancestors on my BAKER side of the family. If you have any information on this couple please send by E-Mail or by SNAIL Mail; Stan Baker, 7504 Amanda Circle SW, Huntsville, Al 35802-2968.

John Lybarger Fri Jan 24 22:32:20 1997....Seeking information from any descendants of Lybarger, Lyberger, Lybyer or any other spelling variation

Gloria J. Adkins Thu Jan 23 11:11:53 1997.....Am searching for information on Minnie J. BROWN , Eva M. BROWN who came from Ontario, Canada in the late 1800's. Eva M. married Orlo L. MCQUILLEN they had ten children and lived on a corner on old 42. It was called MCQUILLEN's corners. Minnie worked for years in Ashland at laundries and dry cleaners. My mother said she was the first woman to vote in Ashland. Would appreciate any information and I would be glad to share what I have. My grandmother Helen M. MCQUILLEN married Paul E. UHLER on 19 Aug 1916 in Ashland. She was the second child of Eva and Orlo. Thank You

Charles Rutter Wed Jan 15 19:45:42 1997...Looking for any/all SNIDERS, past, present and offspring. Originally from Germany via Berkeley County, Va., now Martinsville, W.Va.

Duane L. Emrick Fri Jan 17 18:57:42 1997...Benjamin Franklin (Frank) BLANK (b.20Jun1852,Auglaize Co.), livedon farm in Paulding Co.married Loretta Ann ??. Looking for sibling info on: Katharine (LUSK), Eve Isabelle (LAYTON), Moses, Levi Alexander, Philip Bartley and in particular Elizabeth Ann BLANK who married George EMRICK. I have a little spouse info on above but could use details on decendants. These are all decendants of Peter BLANK Jr. and Elizabeth Ann NOECKER.

Maryetta Rogerson Fri Jan 17 19:12:24 1997...Hello, I would like to know if anyone is researching Calvin Mansfield, Margaret Daughenbaugh who married in Ill. or Ohio. Possibly marr. in 1880 in Oh. county not known. Also need any information regarding Susan Jordan and David Myers who were born in Oh. and marr. but county is not known Any information, dates , townships, children of or parents of these two couples would be appreciated.

Regina Falcetto Mon Jan 13 18:43:54 1997..Looking for descendants of James McLin (b 31 Oct 1801 in PA; d 14 Feb 1886 in Hocking County, OH) and his wife, Sarah (b 14 Aug 1804; d 30 Mar 1873 in Perry County, OH. Children are: Thomas T McLin (b 27 Feb 1827, OH; d 21 Mar 1881 Jackson County, KS) m 14 Oct 1852 Hocking County, OH Nancy Jane Taylor; Mary (b 1829 OH) m 1852 William Devol; Ellison (b 1831 OH) m 15 Oct 1853 Olivet Small; Anstus Jane (b 1833 OH) m 11 Mar 1852 Samuel Spencer; Andrew McCullough (b 13 Sep 1835 OH; d 19 May 1895 Hocking County, OH) m (1) 13 Mar 1869 Sarah Rutter; m (2) 27 Nov 1875 Sarah Nott; James (b Jun 1838, OH; d 11 Apr 1913 Wells County, IN) m 10 Nov 1859 Hocking County, OH Mary Fry; Sarah b 1841; Ezra (b 10 Apr 1843 OH; d 21 Mar 1925 Greenbrier County, WV) m 21 Jun 1868 Shelby County, IN Anna Neff; Minerva (b Jun 1845 OH) m 16 Nov 1865 Hocking County, OH William Martin; Almeda (b 1847 OH) m 17 Sep 1863 Hocking County, OH James Shaw. Would like to correspond and exchange information on all descendants of James McLin.

Kay Diers Tue Jan 14 07:41:19 1997..Wayne, Ashland or Holmes Counties in Ohio - Searching for Jacob FUNK, (3 Jacob FUNKS are listed in the 1850 OH Federal census) his wife, Catherine (Shelly) and about 15 children. Some of which are: Christian M., David R., Joseph, Martin F. and Rebecca. David R. (was born in Waynesboro, Franklin Co. PA in 1832) 1st marriage - Miss Koons; 2nd marriage - Anna (SHOUP spelling?) in Seneca Co. OH in 1871. David and Anna moved to Barry Co. MI in 1879 and returned to Seneca Co. in March-April of 1881. David died there on April 26, 1881. Christian lived in rural Seneca Co. at least for a number of years around 1881.

Marieda DERRICK EDENS Tue Jan 14 13:33:05 1997..Bowling Family in Athens Co. Oh in mid 1880's Benjamin and brother Dr. John Bowling came to WV Putnam Co. and Jackson Co.in late 1880's. Samuel Bowling might be there father. Looking for proof. Benjamin married Arvella/Savilla PIERCE in Athens Co. Ohio before moving to Putnam Co.WV

Sharon Straight Sun Jan 12 08:04:16 1997..JENKINS/STRAIGHT. Seeking any information on Sarah JENKINS b. 1804 in Athens Co. Both parents suppose to be born in OH, but who are they? Sarah married Feb 24, 1826 to Benjamin STRAIGHT who was b. 1793 in Dutchess Co., NY. Son Albert Johiel b. 1832 in Dover, Athens Co. Any help would be greatly apprecaited.

BARB BONHAM Sun Jan 12 11:54:52 1997..I am interested in any BONHAM who was a descendant of CATHERINE DUSTHIMER and ELISHA LANDEN BONHAM. They settled in Licking County, OH, in 1812; then moved to Marion County, OH. One son in particular, OLIVER PERRY BONHAM, moved to another county when he married a second time. Any information would be greatly appreciated.

Charles Rutter Sun Jan 12 19:08:47 1997..Searching for information on Benjamin and Sarah Rutter They entered Muskingum County around 1816. Court records of land transactions start in the year 1816. Interested in where they came from, where and when married, brothers and sisters. Benjamin and Sarah's children were Elizabeth, Margaret, Isaac, Sarah, Charlotte, Benjamin, Geeles, Edmond, James, william and Walter. Most of these children settled in Hocking County. Have a lot of information to share if anyone researching this line of Rutters.

Robert Bany Wed Jan 8 11:40:33 1997..Looking for information on the Bany Family. They came from Germany Settled in Ohio than moved to Oregon I have every thing about them after they came to Oregon. If intrested please contact me on my Email. Some of the Bany's married into the Worm's family. One of the Bany's donated land to the Catholic Church

cathy hayden Wed Jan 8 19:46:06 1997..PUTNAM County: ADAM BURCKART, came from Germany exact year unknown. Married to ETHEL WESTRICH (WESTRICK) date unknown. children names: Henry ADAM b. September 09, 1855. There were other children possible names were BARBARA, CHARLES. At least one son had a circus and also worked for a circus, years unknown. The BURCKART name was also spelled BURKHART. RELIGION: not Catholic, possible Moravian. HENRY married ELIZABETH FARLEY, in the Saint Nicholas Catholic Church,October 22, 1878. JOSEPH BURCKART is listed on the certificate of marriage of Henry and Elizabeth, as well as HENRY RECKER.

Patrick Hays Mon Jan 6 01:13:12 1997...Jeremiah Handley died 1825 Athens Co., OH. does anybody have a copy of his will, or able to get it?? How is he related to Jeremiah Handley married 1815 Washington Co., OH Permilia Burreus? Does anybody have any information on Handley or Burreus families? Also looking for Henry Hays married Lucinda Knowlton 1825 Washington Co., OH. How is she related to William Knowlton or John Knowlton who lived in Washington Co., OH at the time? Any info appreciated!

Dennis F. Andrews I'm seeking data on Emaline Sofia Dunbar born 7/19/1841 in Amesville, Athens County, Ohio. She moved to Davenport Iowa where she died in 1933. Any help greatly appreciated. (This is all I have!)

John Vosburgh Thu Jan 2 16:40:40 1997
Interested in locating any information about William Henry GRANT. He is the father of Pearl Treasure GRANT who was born in Hiram, Ohio 29 June 1877. William Henry GRANT supposedly was born in Indiana.

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