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Recent Genealogy Inquiries
April 2008
CUMMINS - Researching Alfred Cummins descendants. He married a second time to Lizzie Snell, Monroe County MO. They had a son George and daughter Mary (married a Luff). Alfred also had a daughter Nelle or Nellie who married a John Irons Nov. 22 1883. Need info on Nelle, George and Mary as well as when Alfred married Lizzie.—Hal Daw's, 1830 Copper-field Road, San Antonio TX 78351, 210-526-7370.
SCROGHEM - Looking for death date and burial location of Suzanna Scroghem, mother of Elkanah (the sheriff), and Sarah Scroghem Guist, sister of Elkanah. Both were living with Elkanah in the 1870 census. Article on Feb. 3 1898 said Suzanna was ill and living with Elkanah. Another sister Lydia Scroghem Smith Welch (Mrs. Levi Welch) was also living with Elkanah in 1870.—Donna Ritch, 970-482-8350.
BOSWORTH - Seek records of my great-great-grandfather Nathaniel Bosworth and relatives who lived in Deerfield from 1868-1882. Who would you suggest I talk to? Are there any files/records locally that might have info about them? Are any days better to visit the Museum than others?—Deborah Hoffman, San Luis Obispo CA, debbie@sipaper.com.
STATES - Trying to contact a Mr. Ralph Biddle, listed on USGenWeb as doing research on the States family. We may be coming to Nevada to visit Deepwood Cemetery. My VC family members include: Ernest Wilbur States, father, born Nevada 1917; David Clausen States, grandfather, born Montevailo 1894; Alta Mae Herrington States, grandmother, born Tellamet MO 1898; David J. States, great-grandfather, born PA 1841.—Michael T. States, 3069 River Park Court, Wichita KS 67203.
THOMPSON - Trying to track down Dewitt C. Thompson, probably born 1835 Rhea Co TN to Absalom Logan Thompson and Susanna Elizabeth West; died 1915 where unknown. He married Mary M. Ethridge Nov. 5 1857 Barry Co MO. They had 3 children: Darthula, Cordelia and Walter S. Thompson. Mary M. Thompson was buried in the Heavisides or Reynolds cemetery.—Tom Heinze, :tom.heinze@sbcglobal.net.
CHEZEM - W. H. Chezem married my grandmother Mary "Mollie" Alice Allgood at Nevada in 1896. In the 1900 census Mary Chezem, divorced, was enumerated in parents' household Varney Jackson and Almeda All-good, Salina KS, Seeking info on W. H. Chezem and the divorce record. W. H. and Mary Chezem became parents of Allena Leota Chezem July 6 1897. W. H. Chezem reportedly died of consumption presumably before 1900.—Raymond L. Owen, 2323 Tucker Court, Santa Rosa CA 95403-2374, 707-578-0243. [W. H. Chezem found in 1898 Nevada city directory residing at 1414 E. Walnut with wife Mary.]
JONES/THARP/Et al - Seeking probate info on Emma Jane Tharp, Anna Tyree, Walter R. Jones, Francis M. Jones, Ray Gilkey.—Francis D. Jones, 3150 S. SagamontAve., #121, Springfield MO 65807.
LOGAN - Seek info on Pryor A. Logan, 1829-1900, and wife Elizabeth J., 1832-1911, and if available the names of both of their parents and their birth and death dates and where buried.—Sharon Miles, 20127 Middle Keystone Ct, Penn Valley CA 95946, 530-432-9978.
WHALEN/ROLEN/LAWRENCE - Need marriage record for John Whaien/Rolen and Mary Lawrence, married in VC in the 1860s.—Warren Lawrence, wlawrence@tiadon.com. [Found; Aug. 25, 1862.]
Recent Genealogy Inquiries
January 2008
COPELAND - I was sent a copy of a history of Joseph Copeland by a cousin, Vanna Schwamb; we both share him as great-great-grandfather. Included was a photo of his granddaughters in which were two of the Eads girls, Martha and Becky, my great aunts. I wonder if it would be possible to get a clearer print of this. Becky was buried in the Jones Cemetery with some of my other ancestors, in graves no longer marked. Where is this cemetery?—Norma Eads Bates, 3710 Dorman Ave., Caldwel/ ID 83605-3136, ednormbates@cableone.net. [Ref. to Ruth Mische, source of the story mentioned. Jones Cemetery is 3 miles S, 1 mile W of Nevada.]
FORD - Seeking photos of James Preston Ford, 1827-1890, and wife Margaret Cook Moody Ford, 1830-1919, both buried Avola Cemetery. He was son of George W. Ford, 1789-1870, she daughter of Joseph Moody, 1804-? [Later] I would like a copy of Margaret Cook Moody Ford's probate folder and her guardianship folder, also of James Preston Ford's probate folder.—Joseph R. Ford, CONTNNVA, FordJR@supship.navy.mil
CLAYCOMB - Looking for graves of George Washington Claycomb and
his wife Elizabeth Jane Winning Claycomb. His obituary says he was father
of ex-Lt. Gov. Claycomb, and died in Joplin where he'd lived for 50 years,
at age 75. The remains were taken to Vernon County, his old home. He
died Dec. 13, 1893, his wife in 1884.—Jill Miclean, auntie2ajr@yahoo.com.
[Both were located buried in Deepwood Cemetery.]
HILL - I have info on Alexander [Hill's] birthplace, date, census on his
children's names. Could use his burial place, when, and second wife's
names, though I have seen them in census. I need all info on J. K. Hilhand
wife, their family and his wife's history, Badger family origin, etc. I have
names, birthplaces, deaths, etc., of Alexander's father Roland, Roland's
father Isaac, birthplaces, deaths, and children's names. I have info from
Wilson's Creek Battlefield that Alexander was a private in the Civil War but
don't know if Union or Confederate.—Man/ Cox, 30493 Moontide Ct.,
TemeculaCA 92592-3260, 951-676-7446.
FAULKNER/FOLKNER/BELL/BUNKER - On your website's probate search I found Reuben Faulkner, an estate file from 1870, also his children Mary C., William L, Larkin M., Marjorie A., Francis M., John J. B., James G. [Later] Would like the genealogy info on Reuben Faulkner, William Bell, and William E. Bunker.—Jean Moore, jgill@alaska.net.
HOWARD/BROWNING - Probate info sought on Quinten Browning, William Howard, Avery B. Howard, and Nancy Howard Quinten Browning.—Guy Marlow, California State U. Stanislaus, One University Circle, Suite L130L, Turlock CA 95382-0256. [Info was furnished, also info on Howard School. Avery Howard was a well-known victim of Federal militia and namesake of Howard's Mound, highest point in VC.]
DALTON -1 need someone to look up my 4 grandparents' obituaries for me: William Henry Dalton, died April 9, 1921; wife Nancy Rogers Dalton, died April 25, 1907; Lloyd Henry Dalton, Sr., died Aug. 24, 1959; and wife Velma Hackett Dalton, died 1955.—Patricia Dalton-Graham, 228 KawAve., Garnett KS 66032, Marion@lcwb.coop. [obit and probate sent.]
Recent Genealogy Inquiries
October 2007
BOYD - Could you provide any information about Ella Elizabeth (Southern) Boyd? She died in Nevada around 1928-1930. Darlene Williams, andydarl@msn.com. [Death certificate was found and sent. Born June 8, 1892, Blaine, OK. Married William Earl Boyd, 1911.]
DIXON - Looking for info about Thomas Dixon, age 34 in 1880 census, son of William Dixon. The family apparently moved from Hardeman County TN after the Civil War. Were they buried in Vernon County—Royce Dixon, 2203 Clearlake Dr., Rock Hill SC 29730. [Buried Underwood Cem.]
ELDER/LINCOLN - Probate records requested for D. C. Lincoln, John Elder, and Faraba Elder. —Carmela Kelly, carmkelly@cox.net.
HORNBECK - I have been reading your site and discovered that my great-uncle John Hornbeck left an estate, number 14442-14452. He died in 1901, wife Elizabeth Snider/Snyder, died 1889. I am happy to pay your fee for whatever pages you think will be of greatest interest. Also is there any other history on this family? —Anna McGill, AnnMcGHI1@aol.com.
KEY/KELLEY/LEWIS - I'd like to get the entire probate files on the following: Delilah Elizabeth Key, died July 31, 1949; John Kelley, did Nov. 16, 1909; Missouri A. Kelley, died June 20, 1927; and Zebulon Lewis, died 1883. —Aleta Utter-back, innkeeper@Wildwoodlnn.com.
BROUGHTON/TOWNE/BOLING/IDDINGS - I'm interested in the following estates: Charles T. Broughton, Feb. 24, 1929; Edmond T. Broughton, Feb. 2, 1920; Mary J. Broughton, Feb. 20, 1908; T. G. Broughton, Oct. 4, 1871; Charles T. Boling, May 1, 1953; Frank & Sarah A. Towne, Dec. 9, 1924 (will); Mary C. Towne, Dec. 22, 1912 (will); Sumner Towne, Dec. 27, 1883; Edmond Broughton, 1925 (guardianship); George Broughton, 1925 (guardianship); Eugene Towne, Feb. 19, 1949; William C. Iddings, Sept. 11-, 1883.—Vicki Broughton, 1720 Chestnut, Santa Clara CA 95054.
WEBER/WEBBER - Looking for the burial place of John and Lathricia Webber. They lived in Stotesbury; their children were Dora Bell, Alonzo "Lon" and Abigail. Trying to find out where they passed away also. Dora Bell was born August 1885 in Stotesbury, married Leonidus Carter Sam-pel/Sample.—Barbara Chisler, calicomo@hotmail.com.
SULLIARDS - Looking for any info on Elias and Elimina Sulliards. Both born in Virginia, moved to VC from Andrew County MO 1850s. She died in the 1870s, he in the 1880s. Also on their daughter Elizabeth who married Elisha Cameron (born Nevada).—Keil Green, 1919 Gallows Road, Vienna VA 22182, 703-760-8866, ksgreen@lafayettegroup.com.
BRANSON/SIMPSON - Probate records requested for W. P. Branson and Benamin Simpson.—Pat Downard, 1072 E. Elm St., St. George UT 84790, pakdown2004@yahoo.com. [These were furnished.]
TALBOT - Thanks for your help locating where Alfred Cummins' sister-in-law and mother-in-law should be buried. His sister-in-law Amanda Maxey Moore's marker may well be the broken one there. We found no marker for Minerva McDaniel Maxey, but I am happy to have her date of death and obituary. The [enclosed] photo is of 108 East Cherry, the location of the Talbot Jewelers ca. 1898-1905. They were at 107 W. Cherry in 1890, then at 121 W. Cherry 1908-1924, when they closed the business.
The public defender's secretary, with whom I spoke while in Nevada, has pulled up the carpet
covering the entrance to 121 W. Cherry and sent us a photo of the name "Talbot" in the tiles there.
In 1905 Talbot's Drug Store was also at 108 E. Cherry. It was the business of the eldest child of J. W. Talbot, Clarence Will Talbot, who went on to be an eye, ear, nose, and throat M.D. specialist.—Nan and Ed Nelson, P. 0. Box 2256, Big Bear City CA 92314.
MARCHBANKS - Thanks so much for the information you gave us on the Marchbanks family, especially the pictures you sent. As we discussed, Robert was Pat's grandfather, N. R. her great-grandfather, William her great uncle. We did find some legal description of land owned by Nathaniel and Henrietta in the Vernon County recorder's office.
It is so nice to meet with someone who is so knowledgeable and who enjoys what they are doing. Also someone who is capable and anxious to share that knowledge with those interested.—Wayne and Patricia (March-banks) Chapman, waynechapman28@juno.com.
Recent Genealogy Inquiries
July, 2007
PIKE – My father was the 12th child of Joseph Albert Pike and Ruth Green (Pace) Pike. Seek any info on this family. – Ginger Thomsen, 5075 E. Twila Ct., Post Falls ID 83854, ggthomsen@verizon.net. [Much info was supplied, including info given to us in 1993 by Patricia Adkins rochette 1001B W. 101st Terrace, Kansas City MO 64114.
LEEN – [A second inquiry was received from Ginger Thomsen about probate records for Basstian Leen, probated Nov. 19, 1946.]
NEWLAND/HINDES/RANSDELL – I would like estate papers and obituaries for John Clifton Newland, died 1912; David Lucas Hines, died 1925; and Elijah Warton Ransdell, died 1916; all of Clear Creek Twp. Would it be possible also to search for the obituary for Jacob Newland, died June 7, 1883? I would also like copies of the plat maps for 1876 and 1886. – Elaine Gilmore, 342 Savannah Dr., Greenwood IN 46142. [Some data sent.]
WEBBER/WEBER – Looking for the burial place of John and Lathricia Webber. They lived in Stotesbury; their children were: Dora Bell, Alonzo “Lon” and Abigail. Trying to find out where they passed away also. Dora Bell was born August 1885 in Stotesbury, married Leonidus Carter Sample/Sampel. – Barbara Chisler, calicomo@hotmail.com.
WILSON/JAMISONS – I was born in Nevada and grew up in a nearby rural area. I have no immediate family living, and as one gets older, they start to wonder who they are and where they came from. So I have started my genealogy search. I would like to get copies of probate records [list of Wilsons, Jamisons, Jadlot, and Rye given]. – Karen Cuendet, telephone 918-786-1007, grandoffice1@yahoo.com.
HARTER – I am interested in obtaining probate records on Cora and Sarah Harter from 1891 – Gail Nielsen, gailnnielsen@mchsi.com.
HURST/McGOWIN/McGOWAN – My great-grandmother Rosa Capps, maiden name McGowin, was born on the Osage River at Papinsville, daughter of William Johnson and Dora Graybeal McGowin. John’s parents John H. and Sarah Ellen Hurst, were said to be buried in Vernon County and they are the ones I am looking for. William Johnson was born in Vernon County about 1871. John died of rabies 1888-1890. William John and sister Amanda Ellen (Ellie) were adopted by the George Shackleford family. William was known as Will Shackleford growing up. – Roberta Fischer, rpete9@iland.net. [Graves were not located, but David Hurst’s probate file and probate guardianship records for Amanda E., David and Johnson W. McGowan, minor heirs of David Hurst, were found.]
First I would like to tell you how much I enjoy the Bushwhacker Musings! Then I need some help. The lady in Bronaugh who brought me up is buried in Deepwood Cemetery. I don’t get back to decorate the grave as often as I would like. My husband’s sister, Lee Claflin, used to do these things for me. I sent a check to be used as upkeep but it came back, and I have no one to send it to. I thought you would probably know who is in charge of the cemetery. – Lois Kraus, 144 E Sunset Dr., Medford OK 73759-2401, lkraus@itlnet.net. [Referred to Jack Edmiston.] |
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Recent Genealogy Inquiries
April 1, 2007
MONTGOMERY – Researching the Montgomerys and McCulloughs/McColloughs of Vernon County. Charles Wesley Montgomery married Hattie May McCullough. His parents were Francis Marion Montgomery and Claris Wood Montgomery, living in VC at their deaths, he in 1903, she in 1916. Hattie’s parents were Henry Jackson McCullough, 1827-1894, and Nancy Rebecca McCullouch, died 1952 in KC. – Kathryn Montgomery Gagliardi, 262-752-9585, kcgagliardi@sbcglobal.net.
MITCHELL – Seeking probate of file of James Madison Mitchell. – Katherine Reab, 1700 Firerock Rd., Loveland CO 80537, wings@frii.com.
[Papers from the file were copied, sent, and paid for with thanks.]
KELLY – I am looking for obituaries for the following, buried in Moore Cemetery: Merle Kelly, died Sept. 4, 1969; Retha M. Kelly, died Nov. 1993; Olen F. Kelly, died March 19, 1977; Clay Kelly, died Aug. 1, 1967. Their parents are also buried in Moore Cemetery; I only have years of death for them Franklin E. Kelly, Died 1940; Cordelia “Delia” (King) Kelly, died 1969, - Eric L. Anderson, 2037 33 rd Ave. NE, Olympia WA 98506-8226
DAVIS – Looking for death and burial information on two ancestors, John P. (?) Davis, born about 1861, and Sarah (Sallie) E. McDaniel, born about 1866, died in or near Walker. In 1910 census living in Bacon Twp; in 1920 in Joplin; in 1930 in Walker. They had five children, Donald, Catherine, Evelyn, Robert, and John Jr. – Cindy M. McDaniel, 15245 South 40th Place, Phoenix AZ 85044, bcmcdaniel@cox.net
SULLIVAN – Once I’ve located a will in the probate index (Sullivan, N. A. Hannah, ID 29637-44) how do I go about obtaining a copy of this will? – Helen Fallon, 425 Linnie Canal, Venice CA 90291, fallons@earthlink.net, phone 310-823-1303. [This was explained; document supplied]
LUCAS – Need exact birth and death date, burial place, and parents of George James Lucas, born 1841-45, died 1900-10, and Ruben Allen Lucas, born 1851 in Ky., died April 21, 1931, in Nevada. – Diane Creamer, 1503 Jennings, Madera CA 93637, missdicreamer@sbcglobal.net .
CREWS – Seek info on Thomas Crews, died March 1, 1887, reportedly buried in Lawrence Cemetery. Was a veteran of Co G. 3rd Illinois Cavalry. Lived a few miles south of Hume in Vernon County. Other family buried in Miller Cemetery. – Alinda Miller, amiller@historicalonejack.org.
ABBOTT – Seek descendants of the Abbott family, moved to Montevallo in 1862. Joseph Abbott died there in 1866. Wish to locate Benjamin Abbott, whose daughter Nancy married William Goodwin in North Carolina. – Ruth Hadlock, 2224 Main, Klamath Falls, OR 97601.
MOORE – Looking for a Respino Moore who in 1870 was living in Drywood Twp., post office at Nevada. His wife was Ann Elizabeth Moore. He was a doctor, must have passed away in the 1970s. In 1880 his wife was head of household, running a boarding house. – Betty L. Dick, 210 Birch St., Lakeview OR 97630, and RaNae Hopper, rcozz@centurytel.net.
DODGE – I have a pair of vintage eyeglasses in a badly worn case that is stamped with the name Dr. O.W. Dodge, Optometrist, 119 E. Cherry St., Nevada, Mo. I’m trying to date these glasses and hope you can be of some assistance. I also have a pair of vintage eyeglasses (in fairly good condition) that contains a handwritten note saying, “If found return to Peter P. Meyer (or Mayer), Nevada, MO.” – Joyce Carriker, Independence MO, jec18925@peoplepc.com. [Info on Dr. Dodge sent.]
I am an avid reader of the material published by the Vernon County Historical Society. My interest derives from having many ancestors and other relatives, mostly living on farms, in Vernon County, and from attending Nevada schools, along with my older sister, Virgie Lee, through the 8th grade for me and 10th grade for her. My classmates made up the NHS class of 1942 and my sister’s the class of 1940. My father worked at Farm and Home Savings and was an elder of the Christian Church. – Cecil Johnson, 9203 Christopher St., Fairfax. VA 22031 |
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Recent Genealogy Inquiries
January 2007 |
WOLF – I need info on the grandchildren of Jonathan and Mary Wolf in your area. I’m not sure where most of Amariah’s children and grandchildren live; he and Sarah had 9 living children of 13. Amariah was born about 1846, Sarah (Cheezam?) about 1853, both in Indiana, married in 1873. Norma Spencer, 1740 N.W. Crescent Dr., Grants Pass OR 97526. |
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DONOHOE – I contacted the Old Fort Genealogical Society re the birth of my grandfather Louis Napoleon Donohoe. Their records do not support his birth in this area. However the 1870 census lists a Lewis Donohoe in “Henry, Vernon, Missouri,” age 9, born about 1861 in Kansas. Can this be my grandfather? Any help appreciated – Kelly donohoe, 18674 Evergreen Circle, Fountain Valley CA 92708, kellydonohoe@social.rr.com. [Much info on Donohoes and McCaslins was exchanged.} |
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| MOORE – Looking for a Respimo Moore who lived in Drywood Township, post office Nevada; this from the 1870 census. Wife Ann Elizabeth. He was a doctor; must have died before June 1880. In 1880 Ann E. was running a boarding house, is listed as head of the house. Seeking his death record, etc. – RaNae Hopper, rcozz@centurytel.net. [Some info sent.] |
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MC GUIRE – The name of the unknown McGuire in the photo in the Bushwhacker Jail is most likely Jacob B. McGuire. He was born in Ohio 1846-48. He died in 1863 in Andersonville, Sumter County, Georgia; was between 17-19 years old. I am guessing that Martha McGuire Pettibon gave the photo to the Museum. Thank you so much for your time while we were there. – Mark & Lois Anderson, marka@PamTeam.org. We are most pleased to have this valued info, also a photo of his gravestone, about the soldier in the photo mentioned, known to us only as “Mr. McGuire, died in Andersonville Prison.” It was given to us by Mrs. Martha Hundley, a/k/a/ Martha McGuire Pettibon. The colorful charcoal and water color picture shows McGuire dramatically wielding a revolver. |
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LOVING – Seeking dates of death and obits for Howard Loving and wife Charity Baldwin Loving, lived in Nevada Approx. 1880-1920. – Janet McLain, 7304 Lancet Lane, Oklahoma City OK 73120, jilynjam@aol.com. |
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WELTON – An inquiry was received about the Welton family of Deerfield, but no record was preserved. Much info about Charles S. and David and other Weltons was provided to inquirer at swelton@neb.rr.com. |
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HENSON – I am trying to find death dates of William R. and Alma E. Henson for death certificate. They were in Vernon County in the 1930 census. – Sharon Darling, darlings@theprintinghouse.com. |
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FRANKLIN SCHOOL – I am scrapbooking my early childhood years in Nevada from 1940 through 1954. I am in need of a picture of Franklin School where I attended the first grade through the sixth grade. I understand it is no longer being used as a school. Many lasting friends and good memories were made there. I will certainly appreciate your help in this matter. Enclosed is a small donation. Carol Poole (formerly Carol Elliott, NHS class of 1954), 489 Azalea Drive, Grants Pass OR 9752.
[Later] I am really only interested in the last 50 years of Nevada happenings. I am a Jayhawker, being born in Coffeville KS. As a Senior at NHS I only needed a few credits to graduate. I took Diversified Occupations (Library Science) with Mr. Kesterson of a morning and went to the library from 12-5. My love of books began when my mother placed a book of poems in my crib. Working in the library with Dorothy Hill and Sarah Frakes was a wonderful hands-on experience for me. Reading is my first passion and I continue to use the library often. I started doing genealogy about 40 years ago and the library reference section was invaluable to me. Reminiscing about my 14 years in Nevada would fill up several books. I will gather my thoughts and write again. Gary Marquardt lived a street behind me. I lived at 818 W. Austin across from the Logan “mansion.” - Carol |
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Recent Genealogy Inquiries
October 2006 |
| Burris – I would be interested to know if you have anybody in your Society who is related to Eden Burris, Civil War soldier, Born March 23, 1829, in Indiana, died April 20, 1901, in Nevada, buried in the GAR plot, Deepwood Cemetery. – Charles Burris, cburr2@cox.net |
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| Humble – I would like to know if there is an obituary for Mrs. Margaret Humble, who died July 31, 1940, Osage Township. – Janet K. Pease, 10310 W. 62nd Pl., Apt 202, Arvada CO 80004. [Obituary sent] |
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| Snelson – We received a telephone inquiry concerning the Snelson family. We sent copies of probate records for Alfred Snelson and William Snelson to: - Janice Arnall, 13197 Raven Rd., Granby, MO 64844. |
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| Riley/Lindsey – I’m interested in purchasing copies of the probate papers of Elias Riley, died 1898, and Charles D. Lindsey, died 1911. – Jim Stevens, 1427 Cherry St., San Carlos CA 94070, 650-595-0924. |
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| Key – I am researching an ancestor, Jesse C. Key, who died after a barroom brawl in Clayton, Vernon County, on Jan. 1, 1899. An article in the Ft. Scott Daily Monitor said an inquest was being held in Clayton by the Vernon County coroner, but the results were not yet known. The man in the fight with Key was Dan Peterson. Key was a resident of Ft. Scott, but had been living in Clayton with his father-in-law, Lewis Fritter. – Julia Drane Becker, 3890 Crestmont Drive, Santa Maria CA 93455. [Copies of circuit court records which could be located were furnished.] |
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| Mitchell – Interested in a photo of Henry L. Mitchell and/or his wife Caroline. There may be a family album. They lived in Nevada from mid-1880s till 1893 and 1907 respectively. I have a photo of their son, Harrison Mitchell. Betty Kaufman, 2117 S. Harlan St., Denver CO 80227. [We have Henry’s probate record but no photograph.] |
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| Hofsess – Looking for the wills of my great-grandparents Adam Hofsess, died 1920, and Nancy Ann Hofsess, died 1932. – Sharon K. Krist, 23220 Fleming, Farmington MI 48335-4132. [Furnished.] |
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| Ball – Wesley L. and Emma Ball came to Sec. 10 Vergil Twp. In late 1850’s or early 60’s. He was killed in 62. Emma’s brother was J.M. Stanley. West half of Sec. 10 shows Ball and Stanley, also E. Robertson. Emma remarried in 1870 to and E.W. Robertson, so I believe all of this is part of estate. Ball left 200 acres to my minor great-grandmother Matilda Jane. I believe he had 700-800 acres. Question: How did he get the land, how many acres, etc? I remember the swamp land stuff from history. Was his New Madrid land involved? – Royal O. Cooper, 2138 Tanner Bridge Road, Jefferson City, MO 65101. [Some info was found.] |
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| Scott – My Great-grandparents were Eneas G. and Jane Back Scott; their son Lewis is my grandfather. In the 1903 Vernon County plat book I found their property east of Nevada, in between where the rail lines start to diverge. Is it possible that the house could still be standing? I’ve not been able to find any death records. Can you tell me anything about Scott Cemetery? – Lynne Scott Gould, lynnemike@earthling.net. [Biography of E. G. Scott from the 1897 History of Vernon County was furnished, with other info. House no longer standing. Scott Cemetery unknown] |
Recent Genealogy Inquiries
July 2006 |
| Mitchell/Corbett – Seek info on James Madison Mitchell, born KY 1814, died Nov. 4, 1898, buried Mt. Vernon; married Luvina Corbett 1835, Mary Godfrey 1878. Wish to know James’ father. – Jackie Sands, Arizona, 520-421-2026, djsands@peoplepc.com. [No info found on father, but we furnished probate records for James and his first wife] |
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| Lovell/Lovill – Interested in family name Lovell, particularly probates files of Charles P. Lovell, since all the heirs match the children’s names of William Radford Lovill. – Gary Elmlund, Woodbridge VA, GaryElumlund@sbcglobal.net. [Charles owned land in Washington and Lake Tpws. We also reported Lovell/Lovill burials through Vernon County.] |
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| Daniel(s) – I am told my grandmother Maida Daniels Milward was born Dec. 11, 1898, in Vernon County, to Marion and Anna Daniels. Also that she had a sister named Ada. Maida married James H. Milward Dec. 14, 1912, in Bates County. Enclosed is a biography of John Daniel (sic; brother of Marion, buried in Fairview Cemetery) residing in Lone Owk Twp. From History of Cass and Bates Counties, MO. – Nancy Milward Goudie, dngoudie@myvine.com. [Probate and other info sent.] |
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| German – Chasing records of my great-grandfather Charles Oscar German. State Archives say you have records of Insane Asylum #3 (not true). He died there 1901, is buried in Jackson County. – Diane Bannen, dabannen@sbcglobal.net. [Hospital records went to Dept. of Mental Health, 1706 E. Elm, Jefferson City MO 65101, 800-364-9687.] |
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| Watson – I have been researching my Watson family for some time and came across your probate research tables. I would be interested in receiving records for Julian Watson and his wife Lottie R. Beeny Watson. Would you tell me how I would go about getting copies of these records? – Marie Butcher, mbutcher14901@yahoo.com. |
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| Meadows – Looking for info on Abraham Meadows family who lived in Drywood 1840-1880s. Cannot find siblings of Delilah Meadows who married William H. Mayfield early 1880s, or info on her parents. There were 10 children including an older brother John not listed in 1880 census. – Carol Wilcoxen, 302-798-7551,cbrw1942@alo.com. [William Mayfield was an heir of Justin (or Justine) Mayfield.} |
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| Lile – My grandfather was Thomas E. Lile, born in your area around 1895, served in Marine Corps WWI, at some point lived at 6041/2 E. Cherry in Nevada, whether as a child or adult not known. His parents were Abraham Like and Helena Jennings Barker Lynn. Thanks for you note and assistance so far. – Brian Cavey, brian.cavey@verizon.net. |
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| Woods/Russell – I’m Harold (Butch) Woods of Deerfield and Coal Townships. I was raised by my grandfather and grandmother John and Nellie Russell of this area. Then I went off to the army for 21 ½ years. My aunt and uncle Jeanette and Calvin Russell of Nevada told me about the Bushwhacker Museum, so I have to [have?] two big books on Vernon County. This spring I plan on making a trip up to Nevada again, as it’s been almost two years since I was up there. I went to school at Shiloh at Clayton [Eve] till it was closed. Then I went to Deerfield, then on to NHS. I am sending this check for the new VC road guide, A Road by Any Other Name. The extra $20.00 use as a contribution to the Museum. – Harold E. Woods, 205 Josephine Dr., Ingram TX 78025-3129. |
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| Col. Hunter – One of the photos I sent Pelican Publishing Co. for my Jo Shelby’s Iron Brigade was of Col. Hunter’s headstone which you’d sent me after the October dedication. They tell me I didn’t scan the photo at high enough resolution. Would you mind sending me the photo again? Deryl P. Sellmeyer, 19615 S. Cable Rd., Belton MO 64012. [We were unable to loate the phot in question; but Mr. Sellmeyer paid us a visit and satisfied himself. We look forward to reading his coming book.] |
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| Hunter Again – We met several years ago when I was visiting my grandmother in Nevada. I’m interested in Col. DeWitt C. Hunter and the cavalry regiment he raised. I found Part 1 of an article you wrote on him for the Nevada Daily Mail in Sept. 2005, but could not find Part 2. The more I read about Nevada and Vernon County in the War the more I want to know. – Bill Johnson, usscout15690@aol.com, Fairfax VA. [The article was supplied, also a brief regimental history of Hunter’s unit.] |
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| Scott – Seek info that might document the birth and death of a baby, Elizabeth Paralee Scott, July 22 – Aug. 4, 1871. Father John C. Scott and family were residents per 1870 census in Cedar Township; another possible location, Henry Township. – Marilyn S. Schroeder, 5717 McIntyre St., Golden Co 80403. [Nothing definite found; Scotts were reported living in Osage and Cedar counties, and a John Scott, age 61, in Center Township Vernon County in 1870 but he seems unlikely.] |
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| Burris – Seek relations of Eden Burris, son of John H. and Mary nee Allison; Civil War soldier, died in Nevada 1901, buried in Deepwood Cemetery GAR plot. Many of his family also buried there. Married Rebecca Ann Paully in 185- in Indiana. – Charles Burris, sburr2@cox.net. [Eden’s sons Nathan and Charles F. and granddaughter Lizzie Buzzard were found in Center Twp. In 1900 census.] |
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Recent Genealogy Inquiries
April 2006 |
| Fickle – Thanks for putting the probate records index on your website. I found a probate record of interest to me, that of Patterson Fickle (listed in the index as Patrick); also interested in guardianship records of Edna, Josie, and Mary Fickle. – Patrick Moore, patandjanemore@earthlink.net. |
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| Beck – I would like to request the probate file for G.S. Beck, #1568. – Michol Colgan, 1247 Camellia Circle, Carpiteria CA 93013. |
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| McCormick – I would like to know the cost of ordering a copy of the will of Nancy J. McCormick, 27 May 1894, from you probate index 21659. – Carol S. Cyrus, 29976 State Hwy. T, Excello MO 65247. |
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| Wheeler – I am looking for probate records for Kate Wheeler, Mary E. Wheeler, and J.C. (John Cummings) Wheeler Estate. Also by chance to you know where there people are buried? – David Copenhaver, copenhaver2110@earthlink.net. [Buried in Balltown Cemetery] |
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| Fletcher – Request documents from the probate file for Egbert E. Fletcher. – Helen Brown, 448 N. Hollywood Blvd., Las Vegas NV 89110-4103. [Only two document in file, which were furnished.] |
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| Loving – Looking for death records and parentage of Howard Loving and wife Charity Baldwin Loving, from Moniteau County, moved after 1871 to Nevada. – Janet McLain, jllynjam@aol.com. |
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| Ater – Eli Ater family moved to Webb City from Vernon County between 1880 and 1900. In Illinois they had three sons, Edward, Charles, and Jesse. In Vernon County they had two sons born and died. A Nevada newspaper obit says Bertie (Albert) Ater died March 19, 1889, buried Deepwood Cemetery. Seek an obit for Amelia Ater Watson if one is available (died Feb. 5, 1893). – Kay Ater Goeggle, kgoeggle@bellsouth.net. |
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| Miller – Your search for information about the B-17 bomber crew that was shot down over Germany caused my attention to go into high gear. My sister Jessie (1925-1987) dated Bob Miller briefly. Jessie graduated from NHS in 1943, so Bob must have been a little older than she was. I can recall Bob telling about his war experiences. The story I recall is about the time that they bailed out of the B-17 over Germany, and while Bob was descending in his parachute, when a Messerschmidt fighter hit his parachute canopy and spilled the air out, causing him to free-fall. The parachute canopy re-inflated just before he hit the ground, saving his life. – John Voss 533 Rebecca Drive, St. Charles MO 63301 |
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| I was surprised and pleased to read in the January Musings about Bob Miller and his WWII experiences. His family lived only three doors from my family prior to the War and after. I well remember Bob, his older brother, and his Edwina, who married a man named Walker (no relation to our family). I loved going to visit Bob’s mother when I was a teenager, and helping her dust and clean her huge collection of ceramic dogs. I remember Bob as a tall thin young man with black wavy hair and a great sense of humor. I am sorry to hear he is deceased. Keep up the great job you all do there at home. – Wanda Walker Yoast, Box 1078, Lytle TX 78052. |
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| Metz to Metz – My name is Julienne Fortel. I work in Metz, France, and I’m looking for information about Metz, Missouri. I received your address from Andrew K. Kiger, Nevada MO. I prepare, here, a cultural exhibition about the exit of French Protestants to America during the 18th century, because of persecutions, for next October 2006. Could you help me to find documents about Mets, Missouri (history, contact) to determine if there is really a connection? – Julienne Fortel, julienne.fortel@cg57.fr [We sent info from the 1887 History and contact names. First called Pleasant Valley, Metz was renamed “soon after Gen Bazaine’s capitulation at Metz, and for tha city,’ during the Franco-Prussian War.] |
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| King – I am looking for the obituary and death record of Augustin King, died Nov. 7, 1903, in Deerfield Twp., buried at Moundville. Also marriage of George W. Blincoe to Emma L. White, Sept. 7, 1972. – H.M. Blincoe, 4000 N. Kansas, Kansas City MO 64117. |
Recent Genealogy Inquiries
January 2006 |
| German – I have been chasing the records of my great-grandfather, Charles Oscar German, for three years. The Archives in Jefferson City say you have the records from Insane Asylum #3. My great-grandfather died there in 1901. He is buried in Jackson County; they don’t have any records. I need to know if you do. – Diane Bannen, dabannen@sbcglobal.net. [Referred to Dept. of Mental health, which has the records.] |
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| Miller – Searching for documentation on a Thomas Miller who lived in Cedar County and was shot in the back by pursuers in a Civil War skirmish while attempting to flee guerrilla raiders. Born Mar. 9, 1807 in VA, died 1863 in Ft. Scott KS. He was a German Baptist Brethren minister; would have been sympathetic to the Union, as this group did not accept owners of slaves. – Jane Davis, jneherda@iland.net, 660-429-6215 |
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| Wood – Looking for info on the Wood family, mostly around Bellamy, Milo, and Sheldon areas. They also span into Carters, Slates, Chadds, Beisleys, Hiestands, Bevers. – K. Rawlings, krawlins@rocketmail.com. |
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| Morris – Hope to contact Nita Marie Jones Heard, author of the article about the Howard Morris family in the new History Book. Howard Morris was my paternal great-grandfather and I have family info for her. Minnie Florence was my grandmother, and my father lee Walker was her first child. – Wanda Walker Yoast, Box 1087, Lytle TX 78052. |
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| Cottey – My family history is stuck at my great-great-grandfather Malcolm Cottey. When I was little my great-grandmother nee’ Vera Cottey told me about her father’s family who founded Cottey college. Malcolm Cottey was born in 1884 in Troy KS. Seeking info on Virginia Alice Cottey’s parents and siblings. – Cory Donaldson, Brawley CA, Datunat@aol.com. |
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Click – I would like to thank you for sending the newsletters! They were so interesting! I want to visit Nevada and area. It seems so nice!!
I ordered a book called The Story of Solomon and Lydia Smith Miller and their Children, by Newton L. and Virginia S. Poling. I was told there was info on Jonathan Miller Click in that book. There isn’t much, but there is a page or two on Samuel Click and about Nevada MO!
Samuel and Susanna Click owned a farm northeast of Nevada, where a large barn was also used for love feasts of the church. This barn was still standing in 1987, but the town was gradually getting close to it. The Clicks gave land for a cemetery and a church building. In 1886 the church decided to build on this site, and it was completed and dedicated in January 1893. The church members were scattered all over the county and this made the work difficult to carry on. In 1906 the church building was moved to North Lynn Street in Nevada. – Robin Poeschek, robinpoeschek@shaw.ca |
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| Shacklett – I would like copies of probate records for Fred Shacklett, Mary B. Shacklett, and Benjamin D. Dodson. This is a wonderful resource, and I appreciate all the time it took to get it up on the web. – Nancy Noel, nancynoel@adelphia.net. [Info provided] |
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| Owen – I am interested in: probate file for James H. Owen, cemetery listing for James Henry Clarence Owen and wife Sarah Ellen Skinner Owen, marriage record for same (about 1876), a search for them in 1887 and 1911 county history books, and obituary search for them. – Evleta Gruber, 8040 Dinsmore Drive, Las Vegas NV 89117-3916. [Some info found] |
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| Huddlestun – You have the very helpful probate index on your site. I’m interested in a will for Anes Huddlestun (1909) and estate case for William H. Huddlestun. – Sarah M. Teel, sarahmteel@hotmail.com. [Info provided] |
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| McCullough – I believe my husband’s ancestors to be related to Newton McCollough/McCullough. He had a son Arthur, whose son Glenn Delbert was allegedly born in Bronaugh July 21, 1901. Do you have information that could verify these details? Kris McCollough , 11561 Rocoso Road, Lakeside CA 92040-1242. [Some info sent] |
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| Bullock/Taylor – At the Museum I enjoyed looking at the Bullock probate records. In Montevallo Cemetery I was looking for Hiram Taylor’s grave, and to see if Henry Taylor is buried there. I’ve read accounts of Ella Mayfield’s part in the Civil War. – Fay Risner, 1719 68th St., Keystone IA 52249. [Fay Risner brought in items belonging to Sylvia and Bill Bullock of Montevallo. Henry Taylor is believed buried east of Montevallo.] |
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| Scott – Enclosed is $15 for your work on the Johnny Scotts, Terry. Thanks for doing the work over for me. I will send another check for the obituary of Harriet Scott, nee McMillen, died Mar. 17, 1900, Clinton, MO. – Roberta Schultz, 1006 N. Kankakee, Wilmington IL 60481. |
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| Lincoln - You have probate cases for David C. or D.C. Lincoln. I believe these are all connected to the same estate. How do I obtain these and what is the cost? Thank you for posting these and your help with all our genealogical needs. – Becky Viles, bviles@hotmail.com. [Info provided] |
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| Tripp – My great-grandparents, 1890-1900, were married in Nevada although I think they may have lived in Litchfield, Kansas. I would appreciate a copy of their marriage license, and any info you might have on the Tripps, Howards, Parkers. John Henry Tripp, born July 3, 1870. Parents: Aaron S. Tripp; I believe he married a Sarah Howard as well. Emma Matilda Howard, born Feb. 20, 1880, Ave MO, parents: Isaac Howard, Elizabeth Parker. – Larry Southard, 1255 E. Highland Ave., Ste. 105, San Bernardino CA 92404. [Info was located and furnished.] |
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| Coon/Logan/Shanks – I have just been reading in the Oct. issue of Bushwhacker Musings about the probate index. I looked up some names I was interested in them and found them: David A. Coon, Waldo P. Coon, Inez Huff, Henry B. Shanks, Nancy J. Logan, and Joseph B. Logan. – Joy Shreyer, 8274 82nd Ave. NE, Silverton OR 97381. |
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Berghauser, Etc. – I don’t know where to begin to thank you for all the research you did on the family of my grandfather, John H. Berghauser. My mother and her brother Roger and sister Sophie were raised in the home at 305 Central. I lost my mother to cancer when I was in high school and remembered very little of the stories of her life in Nevada.
I noticed in the Directory of 1911 that my aunt Sue Gal Northington was listed. Her beautiful art work has been passed on to all the Berghauser heirs for three generations. I was told Sue Gal won an award for her art work during the World’s Fair. I don’t know the date or the city where this event took place. Could you help us here? Thanks again. We’ve enjoyed the books, also the Bushwhacker Musings. – Mrs. John [Elizabeth Hyatt] DeJesus, 107, Quail Run, Peachtree City GA 30269. |
Recent Genealogy Inquiries
April 2005 |
| BOYD – My great-grandparents were
James Everett Boyd (1886-1940) and Myrtle Corp Boyd (1894-1962), married in
Nevada 1909, buried in Newton Cemetery. My grandfather was Arthur C. Boyd.
James’s parents were William French Boyd (1851-1918) and Anna Harding Boyd
(1857-1927), born Ohio, reportedly buried Newton. Myrtle’s parents were
William Andrew Corp (born El Dorado Spgs.) and Sarah Ellen Smith Corp.
Payment is enclosed for search. – Laura Allen, 433 CR 709, Gassville AR
72635. |
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| HAYNES – My grandmother Maimee
Burrus Haynes was born in 1886 in Nevada. Our family always believed her
father Charles Wesley Haynes was a Confederate soldier. My grandmother once
had his uniform, hat, and sword. The UDC were unable to help. I do not know
how long the Haynes family lived in Nevada. I believe Mrs. Haynes’ parent
William H. and Susan Jane Ewing may have lived with them. I would be very
grateful for help. – Mrs. Carol Milner, 1-209-892-3599. |
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| BRIDGEWATER – Looking for info on
James H. Bridgewater, his brother John, and their inlaws Labon and Abraham
Dawes and Sam and Will Pollock. After James’s death in 1867 they came from
KY to Vernon and Johnson counties MO. James’s widow Susan Dawes married C.C.
Taylor and died in Vernon County in 1920. – David Gambrel, 171 Pleasant
PTSCH Rd., Waynesburg, KY 40489. |
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| NELSON – I want to thank you for
all the help you have given me in the past in my researching the nelson
family, also for going that extra mile, by placing my query online. Graig
Hubbard of CA came across it and we have since been exchanging info on our
shared Nelson ancestors. Without your help I would never have known about
him. I am now trying to locate Eugene Lafon Nelson’s burial place; believe
it may be Springfield MO national Cemetery. Do you have their listing or
know where it can be found? – Dorothy A. Watson, 240 N. 2nd St. W.,
Snowflake AZ 85937-5019 |
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| JEFFREYS – My great-grandfather’s
estate papers said he had 2 lots in Nevada, Mo. Solomon Mathew Jeffreys died
in 1904 in Oregon. Trying to find any history on the property he may have
owned, or any other info on Jeffreys (spelled many ways) 1845-1900. Solomon
was born in Jackson County, MO., in 1835. In 1845 his family went to Oregon,
later Idaho which was his residence at his death. – Janice von Schummer, 21
Masters Crest Dr., Etowah NC 28729. Jvonschummer@yahoo.com |
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| TRACY/MOON – This is to notify you
that my family history is now available on the website: www.thetracyfamilyhistory.net.
Approximately 460 pages in 79 chapters; you people would be interested in
chapters 8 and 9. Feel Free to use this information in any way. Hope it will
help someone’s research. Have corresponded with you over the last few years
on my Moon line and you have been most help. – James E. Tracy, 5040 Jackson
St., Spc. 51, North Highlands CA 95660-5390, 916-331-1256. |
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| COPELAND/BRASSIERE – Seek info on
Copeland and Brassiere (differently spelled). Martin Copeland married Mary
or Martha Brassiere, who was said to have had a brother, Sherrial (sp?)
Brassiere. Their son Joseph William in 1889 married Catherine Earhart, dau
of Dr. Michael Earhart: we have much info on that family. Would like to
share with any descendants. – Vanna L. Schwamb, 1347 Lewis St. , Sheridan WY
82801. |
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| SCHONEWETTER, Etc. – Looking for
nfo on William Brown and Mary Goins, born 1857 and 1854 respectively. Their
children James O., Bertha, and Minnie were born in Mo. 1880-1884. Minnie
married Albert Schonewetter about 1899. They had three sons, Bert
(a903-1976), Clarence, and George; all are in the 1910 Vernon County census.
– Joe Harms, 101 ½ S. Main St. Miamisburg OH 45342, 937-847-8934. |
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| WRIGHT/TUTTLE - thanks for
answering my e-mail. The obit was so interesting on my great-great-aunt Mary
Ellen Tuttle Scott. I hope you can file these pages. I’d be interested in
writing to any Tuttle relatives. There was a Molly Tuttle Long, also a
daughter of Mariah Harriet Wright Tuttle and James Tuttle. I hope to visit
your Society and Moore Cemetery. – Roberta Schultz, 1006 N. Kankakee St.,
Wilmington IL 60481-1140 |
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| NOTTINGHAM – My interest is in the
murder of Sarah Jarrell Duncan Nottingham by her husband Dr. William H.
Nottingham, in April 1854. The murder took place “near the east line of
Vernon County.” Dr. Nottingham was tried, found guilty, and hung in
Papinville on Nov. 16, 1855. |
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| BELLE STARR/REED –
great-great-aunt Belle Starr, based on primary sources. Included is the Reed
family [Belle Starr’s first marriage, Reed’s Creek near Old Metz is named
after them]. I know they relocated to Texas about 1861; Solomon, Samuel, and
possibly William Scott Reed in Wise County. I understand Solomon Reed was
buried in Bates County after the war though there is a grave in Wise County
also. So you have any info on the Reed family after the war? Where is
Solomon buried, and what was the cause of Samuel’s death (Civil War
related)? Is William also buried in this area? – Virginia Umbdenstock,
telephone 561-482-4709, debbieu33498@yahoo.com. |
Recent Genealogy Inquiries
January 1, 2005 |
| Chezem – My great-grandparents were Alpha
Davis and Margaret (Simcox) Chezem. Alpha was born June 13, 1886, in Nevada,
son of John and Martha Chezem of Vernon Co. Can you find anything on my
family? – Mindy Chezem, cheesum@aristotle.net, 870-878-6518 [We reported Chezem burials in SW
Vernon Co., esp. at Hackberry Cemetery. We have the probate record of John
C. Chezem.] |
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| McMillin – I wish to find out
genealogy info about Lydia McMillin who died in Nevada several years back,
and her husband Ralph McMillin. I am her grandson. – David McMillin, dmcmillin40@min.midco.net. [An extensive obituary for Mrs. McMillin
was found and offered.] |
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| Van Swearingen/Fry – Seeking info on my mother’s family, the VanSwearingens and the Frys.
Grandfather’s name was Charles Fry, and grandmother was Gladys Leota
VanSwearingen Fry. She had two siblings, Henry and Mildred; all were born
between 1900 and 1920. Their parents were Thomas and Maude VanSwearingen. – Melissa Johnson, melissa.Johnson@cocoonhouse.org, 425-259-5802, ext. 111. [Inguirer
was referred to previous inquirer about VanSwearingens and Frys, Lynda
Richardson, P.O. Box 30202, Billings MT 59107.] |
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| Schubert – Seeking information about my mother Dorothy Schubert, born July 24, 1906,
died June 28, 1990, in Nevada. Especially seek copy of obituary, place of
burial, address at death, living relatives if any. – George W. Schubert,
650 Sunset Dr., Waupaca WI 54981-1085, 715-258-3116, georgeschubert54981@yahoo.com. [Not found, to date.] |
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| Hammon – My great-grandparents were William Henry Hammon (1857-1937) and Francis
Phoebe Little Hammon (1867-1953), married at Sheldon, unknown date. They
had three children, Benjamin Ray, William Ross, and Frederick Manford.
There was also an adopted daughter, Anna Mae Hammon. Some are buried in the
Sheldon Cemetery. – Christine Hammon, pinbalqueen@hotmail.com. |
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Hatfield – Looking
for the grave of Civil War veteran J.T. Hatfield. – James Hatfield, 25 E. 1200 S., Beryl Ut 84714. [John Tilford Hatfield, 1844-1917, is
buried in Nevada’s Newton Cemetery.] |
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| Hightchew – Looking for info on
William Thomas Hightchew, who lived in Virgil Twp. Late 1800’s-early
1900’s. Found in the 1900 census. My great-grandmother Anna Hightchew
married Robert Oras Duncan, from El Dorado Spgs., and they moved to
Washington state. – David Williams, firstjohnone9@adelphia.net. [Nothing found.] |
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| Stufflebeam – Looking for death records for George Washington Stufflebeam, died ca.
1880, Henry Township, and wife Julia Nelson Stufflebeam, died 1903, same. – Diane Partington, 804 S. 12th St.
Mount Vernon WA 98274-4040, Nonie.dl@verizon.net.
[1880 census info sent.] |
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| Scroghen – The Scrogham/Scroghem/Scroghen family lived in Vernon County about 1853,
and E.M. Scroghem was sheriff. I would like to obtain info on this family:
marriage, death, birth records, pictures. – Betty
Conway, 473 Stringer Lane, Mt. Washington
JY> 502-538-3107, countryg@insighttbb.com.
[A list of info was provided] |
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Gardiner – Still
looking for anything about Nancy Jane Gardiner, born 1857 in Clear Creek
Twp, parents Charles and Esther Gardiner. Would like to know who she
married,etc. You wrote all the Vernon County marriages but she wasn’t
listed. Hoping someone may recognize her name and have info. – Molly
Gardner, 550 E. 1st Ave., Sun Valley NV 89433. |
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Fabra – Am
interested in the location of Deepwood Cemetery. I am wanting to know if
Anthony Fabra is buried there; he died about 1921. His daughter Sadie
Schumaker and son Edwin Fabra were living in Vernon County in the 1930
census. – Sandra Wilson, sswilson18@cox.net. [His grave was located; also his probate
record.] |
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| Strader – I understand that my great-grandfather was an early law enforcement
officer in Missouri: Lemuel Jackson “Jack” Strader, wife Mary Margaret
Hallett; settled in Bates or Vernon County early 1870s, said to have owned
grocery-meat market in Schell City. My sis thought he was El Dorado Springs
city marshal. – Darlene, DarleneRdjacoby@aol.com. |
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| Campbell – Looking for info on my great-grandfather Morton Campbell died Nevada 1885,
burial place unknown. He had several children; I think they must have left
Vernon County, as did my grandfather Jefferson Davis Campbell. – Patricia
Campbell Bennholz, Bennholz@aol.com. |
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| Freeman, Etc.
– Louise “lulu” Freeman was born about 1859, died Jan. 1940, buried
Deerfield. Orphaned early and live in James Thornton household. Ran a
boarding hourse near railroad in Deerfield. Seek any info on her and two of
her husbands, John F. McGuire and Herbert Tucker. – Pat McDowell, pmcdowell@aol.com |
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Baker – My
great-grandfather Marcus Aurelius Baker came through Vernon County in 1873.
His wife Harriet had a miscarriage and died, as did the infant, near
Balltown, where they are buried. He worked there as a shoemaker before
going on to North Missouri. How can I get info about Balltown? – David
Barnett, dgb1950@msn.com. [Pages from the 1887 VC History were offered.
Baker graves were not found] |
Recent Genealogy Inquiries
7-1-2004 |
Epperson – Searching for obituaries for the following who lived in
Vernon County: Harold Epperson, born 1879; Minnie Wood Epperson, born about
1874 Callaway County, Mo. – Sandra Lawrence Ellis, 8584 Lawrence
Place, Fulton MO 65251. [These Eppersons not found.] |
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Williams – Seeking estate records for John Williams, died 1859-68,
and/or guardianship papers for his children. In 1856 he married Melissa
Jane Rutledge in Vernon County. They had one known child, Anna Elizabeth
Williams, born 1860 in Kansas. In 1860 wife and daughter were living in
Vernon County with her parents, Fletcher and Anna Deck Rutledge. Also
Melissa’s brother Isaac Rutledge married Arelda Matilda Williams in 1856 in
Vernon County. Melissa remarried in 1868 in Linn County KS to Benjamin Day
Husted. – Vern Paul, vp@vernpaul.com [Not found.] |
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Murphy – Seek info on death of Daniel Murphy. He died in Nevada July 4, 1935. He
was born in 1878 and was buried in Kansas. Any info appreciated. – Patrick Ryan, pryan5@cox.net. [Obit was sent.] |
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Ensley – [Original of this inquiry was lost in computer glitch. We
furnished info on John H. Ensley (including probate records), buried in
Green Lawn Cemetery, Schell City.] – Elinor Hays, ehays@cpol.net. |
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Thalman – Looking for info on Joseph Stanley Thalman, 1838-1916, buried Harwood
Cemetery. He is in The History of Vernon County,
Mo., pages 481-82. He was killed by a train. His
wife Eliza Raiser (variously spelled); they had a son Joseph Andrew or
Andrew Joseph. – Annie Thalman, 1610 Ruffs Mill Road, Bel Air MD 21015.
[Probate found.] |
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Kerby – Searching for info on John R. (?) Kerby, whom I have been told was in his
younger days a bushwhacker, caught and sentenced to hang, but pardoned by
the then governor of Missouri. He later moved to northern Mo. And became
respectable, having a son who served a term as eastern district judge in
Carroll County. – ecraig@garryandassoc.com. |
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Walter – Seeking info on my great-great-grandparents,
William Henry Walter and Sarah A. Mills. They had six children and my line
is through their son, John Henry Walter. William died 1901, place unknown.
Sarah died 1911, belived in Montevallo Township.
– Barbara Pearson, 1079 Pine Bluff Drive, Lake Work FL 33467-9323.
[His burial record found.] |
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Brown – Seek any info on father of Zedekiah Brown, who in 1860 lived in Lawrence
County, MO. Family stories say he refused to take the oath and that he was
a guerrilla. His father’s name may have been Clark Brown. My interest is
in (Zedekiah’s) daughter Mary Alice Brown. – Linda Glaus, iglaus@swbell.net. [Referred to Lawrence County Societies] |
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Brummett – My 2nd great-grandmother Anna Beeler
Brummett died Aug. 6, 1895, in Vernon County. Can you provide burial record
or other info? – F. Michel Prahl, 1609 Elk
Horn Dr., Baldwin KS 66006-4050. [Anna Brummett’s
grave was found in Marvin Chapel Cemetery.] |
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McAfee/Siple – In 1885 John Clelland Woods and his wife Mary Bell McAFee/Woods moved to
Nevada. Their children: Clara (1867), John S. (1869), mar. Amelia Mae
Burns, Lula (1872), mar. George Harkless, Florence (1875), mar. Jacob H.
Siple, and Nellie (?). Mary’s father William Arnold McAfee married Anna
Eliza Crockett, buried Deepwood. I would like any and all info on them. – Linda Carroll, lindacarroll123@hotmail.com. |
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Shaffer/Exline – Looking for Edna and Jim Shaffer, moved to the
Sheldon area 1930-45, bought a farm. May have brought her two grown
brothers John Bernard and James Robert Exline. John said to be buried in
Sheldon cemetery – Judy Thomas & Anna Mae Bowman, 14549 Tramore Drive,
Chesterfield, Mo. 63017, 636-394-7812. |
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Shanks – Please find enclosed a check for $7.50 for the look-up I
requested in an old newspaper. What I wanted was to see if there is an
article in the April 13, 1968, Nevada paper about a fire that burned down
the home of Merl Fellows, which used to be the old Shanks place. – Joy
Shreyer, 8274
82nd Ave, NE, Silverton, OR 97381 (Found and sent) |
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Rigg/Edmiston – I want to find out if you have a marriage index and/or can look up
original marriage records. The couple I’m looking for is Jonathan K. Rigg
and Lucinda C. Edmiston/Edmonson, married about 1861 in Nevada (according to
J.K.Rigg’s obituary) – Linda Humphrey Moore, dnlsmoore@earthlink.net. (Not found) |
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Kleen/Charles – Need some info about my grandmother’s side of the
family in Metz, marriage, death, birth. Earnest Detrich Kleen, from
Hanover, Germany, married Martha Jane Charles in Nevada Aug. 24, 1874. Her
parents: Joseph H. and Elizabeth A. Charles. – Ardith Miele, 1259 S.
Pershing, Wichita KS 67218 (Info was furnished) |
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St. John – Can I hire someone to take a headstone picture at
Deepwood Cemetery? Hulda St. John, died July 17, 1909. Not sure if her
husband Luther St. John is buried there.—Jeanne Unruh, unruh2@aol.com. (Picture was taken and sent; no trace of Mr. St.
John’s grave) |
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Follon – Researching the Follon and Allen branches of my
wife’s family. Seek obituary for William Follon, died Vernon County
Sept. 20, 1893. Buried Dunnegan Grove Cemetery. We plan to visit
Vernon County. John Armknecht, jamknecht@aol.com. (Obituary not found) |
Recent
Genealogy Inquiries
4-1-2004 |
| Rutledge/Antrim –
Seeking any info about John Henry Rutledge, married to Etta Esther Antrim
Jan. 29, 1885
, in
Nevada
. They lived in Vernon County,
probably near Schell City, 1885 – 1890, later came back until 1902 at
least. Another family, William
Edward Antrim and his wife Sarah McNeall, lived in this area in the late
1800’s. – Marian Lepp, 2219 14 Ave.,
Central City
NE
68816
. [W.E. Antrim’s grave was
located in
Green
Lawn
Cemetery
; acreages owned by Antrims and Rutledges located. The mentioned marriage could not be confirmed in public records.} |
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Davis
– Franklin Davis and family appeared in the 1880 census, was 40 years
old, married to Mattie. He was
a farmer in
Center
Township
. His family was from
Kentucky
. He is my g-g-grandfather. I assume he is buried there too, no proof yet. – Eva
Trullinger, evat2127@earthlink.net. [Inquirer was told we have probate records for Mattie Davis]. |
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Dungan – I am researching John W. Dungan and wife Mary
Griffith. I’m told they
married in
Vernon
County
in 1877. They appear on the
1880 census in
Dover
(Township?), with one son, Henry C., age 2. I would love to have a copy of their marriage entry and any other
info. –
Teddy Noye
,
40450
Yucca Lane,
Bermuda
Dunes CA 92201. [Entry was sent.] |
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St.
John
– Is there anyone who could look up the name of Luther St. John and see
if he is buried in Montevallo? I
last found him, age 76, in the 1880 census, with his wife Hulda. – Jeanne
Unruh, unruh2@aol.com. [We located Mrs. St. John’s grave in
Deepwood
Cemetery
,
and provided photographs.] |
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| Nelson – Seeking descendants of David and Amanda Frances Deadrick Nelson. The 1887 VC History (pp. 509-10) cites Eugene L. Nelson, their
youngest child, a doctor and stockraiser. He was born in
Quincy
IL
in 1840, served in the 8th ILL. Cav. As assistant surgeon;
married Ellen Green of
Pike
County
,
IL
,
settled in Walker MO in 1876, Seek
info on their deaths and places of burial. A son or grandson, Harry K. Nelson research the family. –
Dorothy Watson,
Box
306
,
Bonaparta
IA
526620-0306 |
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Wilson
– Robert Wilson was born ca. 1934 in
Tennessee
, married a woman named
Nancy
between 1855-61, probably of
Vernon
County
. They are in the 1870 census
for
Drywood
Township
. They had four known
children: Thomas M., ca. 1861;
Bertha L., ca. 1864; Nancy L., ca. 1866; and Mary E., ca 1869. Robert died 1869-1874;
Nancy
married John Thornhill in 1874. They
appear in the 1880 census for
Richland
Township
. She died before 1900. Seek
Nancy
’s maiden name and date of her marriage to
Wilson
; also both Robert and
Nancy
’s death dates and burial locations. – Eric Andersen,
Olympia
WA
. eandersen@olywa.net.
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Hoover
– The
Sheldon
Cemetery
book shows that Hiram McKinley Hoover died
Feb. 11, 1950
. I would gladly pay for
research and a copy of the obituary if one can be found. The book shows he died at
Milo
. – Dwight Needens, dwight2k@juno.com. [Info found and sent.] |
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| Sellers/Heck – I am
looking for the family of John Sellers, who lived in
Vernon
County
1890’s-1900. Also for the
family of Gus Heck, who may have lived in this area. – Rose Mitcham, trmitcham@vircom.net.
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| Troegle – Looking for
info on the Troegle family in
Vernon
County
. I know there is a living
Maurine Troegle in
Nevada
, but no contact. Can you
Help? – Kim Long Browning, browning@cameron.net. [Harold F. Troegle is buried in
Newton Cemetery
,
US
Navy WW2, 1909 – 1970.] |
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| Jamison – Looking for
any data about Pierce L. Jamison, wife Lavara, and their family, all said
to be buried in
Newton
Cemetery
. Have been told they had 8
children; 1900 census shows 7. – Charles V. Jamison,
10050 Boston Road
,
North Royalton
OH
44133
. [Info was supplied.] |
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Taylor
– I appreciate your including my inquiry about the
Taylor
family in your last newsletter. The
E-mail address listed for me was slightly incorrect; should read: rcleba@aol.com. I was wondering if anyone had time in their schedule this month,
next, or even in March, to do a little more local research for me? – Rich
Bauer, 86
Maple St., W.
Lebanon
NH
03784
.
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Duncan – Looking for info on the death of James Marshall Duncan, died ca. 1930
in
Nevada
. One son, Albert Lee, married
Flora Helen Ball in
Nevada
1904. The other son, Charles,
lived in
Nevada
in 1920. – Hilmer Schmidt, P.O. Box 1551, Philomath OR 97370, smitty@wildrivernet.com,
541-929-6465. [Probate
records sent; Charles buried at Sheldon.] | | |
