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Cannon, Frank     31 July 2006
I am looking for any information on Frank Cannon.  He was living in Silver Creek, Mississippi. He was the son to Adeline Oatis  Cannon.  He married Cora M Armstrong.  I would like to add him to the most wanted list. Again his  name was Frank M. Cannon.

Stacy L. Parkman
SPPEEKABOO@aol.com

Patterson     19 June 2006
Interested in Patterson family info from Lawrence Co., MS  1850-1900.

Leanne Dooley
ldooley@newwavecomm.net

Lawrence     10 June, 2006
Am searching for descendants or ancestors of Francis L. Lawrence, born 10 March, 1834 vicinity of Lawrence, Lincoln or Lowndes County.  Sure Appreciate help.
 
Thanks
 
J. W. Lawrence
Alexandria, Louisiana
MaryJay@cox.net

Davis, Thames    March 13, 2006
I'm looking for information information on the  Henry Davis and wife Jane Ray Davis family and also the William (Billy) Thames and wife A.E.Thames family who were in Lawrence County in the 1850s andw 1860s. Some  individuals of both families moved on into Lincoln County sometime after it was formed in 1870. If anyone has information on either one or both of these families I would appreciate it very much if you would let me know. I would be happy to share the information I have. Thanks - Paul Davis

White, Nola, MS., Shilo Cem.   March 4, 2006
I am trying to find out all i can about the town of NOLA, Mississippi and the founder Nola/Spinola White and his family. I am also trying to find out about the Shilo Cemetery there and whether there is a list of who all is in there so i can find someone to take pictures.  Bob Levoy

Weathersby, Benson    February 20, 2006
Looking for information about William M? W? Weathersby, b.11-13-1855. And his wife Susan Elizabeth Benson, b. 9-30-1853. I am interested in their children and William's father Duncan, b. 4-7-1816. Thank you!   R. W. Weathersby, II

McGuffee,  Fugler
On the 1930 Census for Lincoln Co., MS, Family 42, Estus McGUFFEE and Minnie FUGLER, it shows a baby, John McGUFFEE, 6/12, son, b MS.  My mother Audrey, 13 at the time, is listed in this same household, but no mention has ever been made of this baby throughout my life. If ANYONE has information on this child, what happened, where he is buried, etc., would love to hear from you?!!  If you are researching McGUFFEE or FUGLER families in Lawrence/Lincoln Co., MS, please contact me. Thanks so much. Bettiann, Austin, TX

Pike, Marion, Walthall    January 5, 2006
Looking for new or updated info on the above surnames in the Pike, Marion, Walthall, Lawrence areas. James Craft was born in 1805 and came to Pike marrying Elizabeth Thompson, related to Parris Thompson. James' son Hugh Craft married Harrison Bracey's daughter Mary. They had numerous children and even moved to Wesson mill in Copiah County. My line came from Hugh through his son Seymour. If anyone has any updates on this line please email me. I have quite a few gaps to fill and would be willing to share info.
Craft-Bracey-Thompson-McGowan. Craig

Armstrong, Benson, Stringer      December 30, 2005
Seeking the grave of James Armstrong, a Revolutionary War soldier. The notes I have indicate he is buried in the Calvary Hill Cemetery near Silver Creek. I don't find a listing for this cemetery. Any idea where this Patriot is buried?

There is another Patriot buried in Lawrence county that I am having trouble locating. Henry Benson died in 1828. His Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) marker was placed in the Benson cemetery (note says it is now called Drummond Hill) which is unkept and deserted. This cemetery is supposed to be located between New Hebron and Silver creek. Any information you may have on this cemetery would be a big help.

Josiah Stringer was a Revolutionary War soldier who died in 1837. His grave is located in the Hepzibah C. Watts plot near Oakvale. Anyone have good directions to this cemetery?

I belong to a small group who be visiting all of the Patriot graves that we can locate, photographing them, and listing the map coordinates so later
generations can more easily locate them.
Thanks,
Ray Fagan
Pascagoula, MS
The Patriot Stone Project

Neal     December 6, 2005
Looking for descendants of John Neal who settled in the Silver Creek area of Lawrence Co.  Also descendants of James Neal.
Thanks, Linda Lambert Dick

Harrison    November 4, 2005
Looking for ancestral/genealogy information on George Henry Harrison, born January 16, 1902. Was told that he ran away from home when he was around 14 years old. Family member said he heard him say once he was from around south of Jackson, Mississippi. If anyone has access to census records or other researched documents would love to hear from you.  Sandy Moore

Arnold    October 8, 2005
I am desperately trying to find the parents of Isham Arnold born abt 1813 in Mississippi when he shows up on the census he is in Amite County. I believe that his father was a Richard Arnold born in SC but have no way to prove this. If anyone knows please email me. Thank you!!!
NANCIGAIL MATHIS

Stringer, Nations, Watts       October 8, 2005
Searching for information about Callona Stringer and William Nations, children Letha Mae (Doll) Watts & sister.
Calone Davis

Brister, Efferson        September 9, 2005
George Efferson and Elizabeth Brister were married in Lawrence County, MS, 13 December 1825.  John Brister and George Efferson both signed the marriage certificate.  Would like to know the Bogue Chito information regarding Elizabeth's birth.  I have not heard this before.
Email offline to discuss. sebernard@aol.com

Sharp, Strong         August 21, 2005
Interested in info on Sharp and Strong families in Lawrence County, MS (1850-1870). These folk were originally from NC.  Will share info.
Leanne Dooley

Smith        August 2, 2005
I am trying to find out about this Smith family.
Stephen and Mary both were born in Georgia according to the 1850 and 1860 Census for Lawrence, Mississippi. The Post Office for the 1860 Census was Monticello.
According to the 1850 Census - Stephen (47) and Mary (47) had 8 children.
Mary (20), William (16), ____ (14), Frances (12), ___ (10), Isaac (8), ____ (6), and ____ (6 mos).
According to the 1860 Census - Stephen (58) and Mary (58) had 5 children living at home.
Isaac (19), Ellen (16), Frances (23), Anna (10) and Mary Phillips (9).
They are living next door to a Wade Smith (36) I don't know if they are related.
I believe this is the Stephen and Mary Smith mentioned in my Great Grandmother's family bible.  They are listed as:
Stephen Smith b. August 31, 1801 and Mary Smith b. February 15, 1801 married April 5, 1821.
Any help with this family would be appreciated.  Gail Boyle

Huckaby, Myers
I am looking for the parents of Rebecca Huckaby.  She married Isham Myers.  She was born Jan. 23, 1842 and died  May 1905.  Please email me if you can help out.  Thanks.   Peggy Saliba

Smith, Sanders           June 24, 2005
I am looking for any information of my mother-in-law's grandfather.
The only name I have for him is John Smith.  He married Letha Lee Sanders who I believe to be the daughter of Simeon and Amanda Sanders.  Please email me if you can help me out.  THANKS.
Trudy Mulford

Godwin
Am searching for burial site and date of death of my Great Great Grandfather William Kincheon Godwin.  Supposedly passed away in late 1890s and buried in either Lawrence or Pike County.  After his death his wife Barsheba Cook Godwin moved to live with her son in Chestnut LA and died there shortly after the move  in 1902.  Would appreciate any information.
John Godwin, Shreveport, LA.

Rushing         June 1, 2005
If possible, please help me locate a listing of burial sites and possible photo's of the Rushing Cemetery in Jayess, Ms.  I have been told some of my Rushing Family are buried there and would appreciate information on location, burial sites etc.
THANKS, Albert

Dunaway    May 31, 2005
I am seeking the parents of Richmond Y. Dunaway who was born abt. 1865 in MS.  He married about 1891 to Almeta E. and possibly a first marriage to Henrietta E. In 1900 his wife's name is hard to read and can be interpreted more than one way. They are listed on the 1900 through 1930 census records of Lawrence Co, MS. Could Richmond Y. Dunaway be the R. Y. age 16, listed with J. Y. and S. E. Dunaway in 1880 Pike Co, MS? Any help will be very much appreciated. Email Ann

Mayor of Jayess
Does anyone have any information on a Mayor of Jayess by the name of Phelix (do not know last name)? Any information appreciated.
Thank you,  Albert

Arnold
I am looking for the Arnolds from Lawrence Co. MS Especially John, M. Abraham, and Kelly Thomas.  Thank you, Kelli Arnold

Smith, Daniels
Need information on ROBERT W. SMITH b. 24 Mar. 1919 Louisville, Jefferson Co., KY. d. 16 Sept. 2000 Silver Creek, Lawrence Co., MS. buried: Hepzibah Cemetery along with his wife; MYRTLE DANIELS SMITH b. 10 Spr. 1922  d. 26 Nov. 1994 Lawrence Co., MS.
Robert ("Smitty" as he was said to be called in MS.) and Myrtle were married 29 Sept. 1943 Gulf Port, MS. and had the following known children: Danny, Marie, Deborah & Ehyliss Smith.  I have heard that Danny is deceased & left a wife, 1 dau. & 1 son.  Marie, Deborah and Ehyliss are said to be living in San Francisco, CA.
Anyone with any information on this SMITH family or if someone could locate an obituary on either Robert or Myrtle, please contact me. I would be more than happy to share my information with others who are related.  Thanking all in advance, Linda

Cole, Blackburn, McNair                April 13, 2005
I am researching the JOHN COLE family that resided in Lawrence county during the 1800"s John married Felicana Blackburn in the early 1800"s and had
several children one Felicana married my ggrandfather Cornelious (Neal) MCNAIR in 1865. I would like to find out more about John and his family, I have a lot of information on the Mcnairs and would be glad to share .
Sincerely
Alton Simpson

Hillard, Mize, Jefferson              April 13, 2005
I am looking for info on Gertrude Hilliard born May 19, 1908 in Sontag, died April 1982 in Crystal Springs, MS. She married , I think, a Mize and later, a Jefferson. Dates and full names would be helpful. Thanks!
Lynn King Adams

Givens, Miller   April 11, 2005
I am seeking information on a Henry Alexander Givens who was born in Monticello, Lawrence Co., Mississippi 31 Oct 1878.  I have information on his descendants but have hit a brick wall on his ancestors.  He married Sara Frances Miller there in 1900.  I have also been unable to trace her ancestors.  For anyone who can help on this I will gladly give you my information on the descendants.  Thanks so much. (This is my husbands great grandfather).
Sandra Frank

Neal, Anderson, Arnold, Gentry, Tullis April 11, 2005
Have reason to believe my ggrandmother (Martha Ann Patsy Neal) was mrried to the following: James Anderson - John Arnold - John Gentry (married 21 January 1858) - William (Bill) Tullis (married 23 January 1877) in Lawrence Co., MS.
Any information on husbands/children would be appreciated, or information on where to search.  Thanks, ADJ

RUSHING, JOHNSON, TULLIS, NEAL, BURNETT, FLETCHER        April 8, 2005
MY MOTHER WILLIE BELLE (RUSHING) JOHNSON, WAS BORN IN JAYESS,MS. APRIL 9, 1916, TO HENRY HARRISON RUSHING AND ZELLA TULLIS.
ACCORDING TO MY RECORDS ZELLA TULLIS (11-17-1877--2-19-1938) WAS THE DAUGHTER OF WILLIAM TULLIS AND MARTHA PATSY NEAL, IS MARTHA PATSY NEAL THE SAME AS DAUGHTER OF SAMUEL NEAL (9-29-1811--2-25-1895) SABRINA BURNETT (8-11-1811--9-11-1900) OR  WIFE OF WILLIAM (BILL) TULLIS AND MARTHA PATSY NEAL (11-13-1839--12-30-1923)?
 ACCORDING TO MY RECORDS ALL LIVED IN THE TIPTON/JAYESS/LAWRENCE/MARION COUNTY AREA OF MISSISSIPPI.
OR IS MARTHA ANN NEAL THE DAUGHTER OF JACOB S. NEAL AND SUSANNAH FLETCHER?
THANKS, ADJ

SMITH, BOONE, RUSHING, TULLOS
Looking for any information on this couple. Lee was a son of Nalty Smith and Sarah Boone and Ottie was a daughter of Henry Rushing and Zella Tullos
both from the Lawrence - Lincoln County area. According to what I have, Lee and Ottie had the following children: Madeline Smith, Claudette Smith, Nalty Smith, Harold Smith, and Bradford Smith. Thanks, Patti

MARTIN, BRISTER   March 11, 2005
Trying to find info on thomas Jefferson Martin,born jan 7, 1823, Lawrence co, Ms. Died july 30, 1988 in Winn Parish, La.  Narried Feriby Brister, born Oct 7, 1827, Lawrence Co, Ms; died June 15, 1888 in Hancock County, Ms., not sure where to look , tyring here first.
Thanks ahead,  Gail Boudin

WILLIAMS, MAGEE       February 10, 2005
There are 3 graves across road from our house in a pasture.There are 2 inclosed in a iron fence.The names are Rebecca wife of Bird Williams died April 2,1860 aged 49years 1 month 10 days.  Bird Williams died March 27,1860 aged 63 years 8 months 21 days. The other one is on a small hill next to the road. Sarah A.A. wife of Irving Magee died Aug.15,1862 Age 40 years "Blessed Are They That Die In The Lord"  Does anyone know anything about these graves? The graves are located in Lawrence County,Mississippi, between Topeka and Ruth.
Mitzie Rutland

MELTON - Monticello, MS         January 13, 2005
Searching for an obituary for Joe Melton who died Feb 1972 in Monticello, MS per family records. I would be grateful if someone visiting the Monticello library could check for existence of his obituary.
Thank you. Jack Melton

COOPER    January 12, 2005
There were 4 Cooper families on the 1820 census: William Sr., William Jr., Wilson, and John.  Does anyone have any information on these Coopers?
Thank  you,
Libby Stone

HEBRON BAPTIST CHURCH
My ancestor, John Myers donated the land for the Hebron Baptist Church on the East Fork of Silver Creek in January of 1827. Records state that John Myers actually built or helped build the church.

'John Myers of Lawrence Co., Ms to “James Thames and Adam Brinson, Trustees for the Baptist Church by the name of Hebron, being situated on the East Fork of Silver Creek, a certain lot or parcel of land…being part of Patent No 725 issued at Washington City bearing date, 22nd of Mar 1820…and granted to Knel Evans and conveyed from said Evans to me…for the good will and affecin that I have for the cause of religion” Jan 6, 1827, signed John Myers; witness: Thomas Hutchens, James Courtney, rec Apr 14, 1827, Harmon M. Runnels, Clk.'
Also, an article in the Clarion Ledger in 1967 stated...
"Thomas Bill Slater, the other original settler with John Myers Sr...he helped John Myers build the old Hebron Church back in 1822."
Thanks for any help. Donna

WILSON HOME and the PLEASANT GROVE METHODIST CHURCH       12-07-04
Am looking for driving directions to the Wilson Home, located southwest of Monticello.  It is listed on the Historical Buildings site on the Lawrence County website.  Also the directions to the Pleasant Grove Methodist Church and cemetery.  All help appreciated.
Thanks,  Fred Wilson Hess

PEAVY / PEAVEY
Looking to find info on the Peavy/Peavey/s that were in and around Lawrence county. in the 1800-1900, My grandmother was born in Monitcello Oct 1898. her father was John Robert (Johnnie) Peavy.  She had a brother named Albert who was born in Columbia.
Contact

CAGGINS, ELLISON, TAYLOR         09-27-04
From census records and oral reports, the Cag(g)ins family maternal root was Ellison. John (Kigan) married Emily Ellison: two larger amilies       resulted. One came from the Thomas Caggins marriage to Sarah Harvey of Carleys and I am a descendent of them; so are many others in the Marion County area. Another large family came from Isaiah Taylor who married Josephine Caggins; they were born neighbors, about a year apart, in Lawrence County.
Are there any Taylors left in Lawrence County? This is our question. Thanks.
Myles B. Caggins, Jr.

PERKINS    July 16, 2003
Looking for the married name of Catherine Perkins who lived in Jayess, MS.  She was born c. 1870-1875, had sisters Mary, Emma, Maggie and Susie.
Elaine Randall English

AINSWORTH, WILLIAMS               July 2, 2004
Need information on William Ainsworth and his wife Amanda Williams Ainsworth who are enumerated on the 1880 Lawrence County census. Two daughters, Amanda E. and Caroline married Johnson brothers. Also had a son Frank R., Daughter Mary, son, William , son Jim, daughter Francis, son Thomas.    Barbara Cox

WILSON, NEWMAN, NORMAN, WILLIAMS, GATLIN    June 28, 2004
I'm looking for anyone with info on R.D.Wilson/ Rodolphus Wilson b. December 1838 in Lawrence, or Pike Co. Mississippi. His father was John Wilson of Lawrence Co. Mississippi, who disappeared by the 1840 census, his mother Mary Jane Newman/Wilson was the head of household. She was married 1st to Hiram Norman of Marion/ Amite Co. Mississippi. She had two children by Hiram, Mary and Hiram M. Norman. I found Rodolphus and Mother Jane living in Pike co. in 1860 census. Rodolphus next appears as enrolling on the Quitman Guards, or the 16th. Ms. Infantry of the Confederate Army. He served the entire war, being captured at Fort. Gregg in Petersburg, Va, and sent to Point Lookout Federal Prison in April of 1865, and released in June of 1865. I next found him getting married to Sarah Hazeltina Williams in December of 1865, and building a house on his father in laws land in Pike Co. Mississippi. Rodophus and Sarah had 4 children, the last my grandfather who was also named Rodolphus born in august of 1876. Rodolphus was killed 3 months before his son was born,in May when he was riding a horse to Magnolia for the opening of the new county seat, when he was hit by lightning. His wife Sarah Hazeltina Williams/ Wilson married two more times having a son by each husband. She died in Lawrence Co. Ms. in 1823. She is buried beside Rodolphus Wilson on her father's plantation in Pike Co. Ms. Thanks for any help. John Wilson also: Rodolphus Wilson's mother's maiden name was Newman, she was b. 1796 in Georgia. Hiram her first husband served in the War of 1812 in New Orleans area for Mississippi Militia. There were two John Wilson's who also served I can't prove either was Rodolphus Wilson father. Sarah Hazeltina Williams/Wilson married 2nd Elbert Gatlin who's father had land just down the road from where she was born, raised, and was living when her husband died. It was his 2nd marriage. They had one son, Hollis Gatlin. Thanks.  John Wilson

WISE, LACEY   June 21, 2004
I am seeking information on the family of JOHN WISE born Abt. 1778 and died in Utica on January 13, 1840.  Married to JUDITH ANN LACEY.  Died July 27 1867 in Utica.  Both are buried in the old Wise Cemetery on west maim st. near Hudson Dr.  Can you place me on your Web site.
Thanks,   Bill Horn in Garland, TX.

BUTLER, JONES, CRAWFORD      June 9, 2004
I wish to establish contact with descendants of Mary Elizabeth "Lizzie" Butler (born about 1875) who was the eldest sister of my grandfather Jefferson
Davis Butler.  Aunt Lizzie and her husband George Jones lived in the general area of the Silver Creek community.  They were the parents of only one child, a daughter named Jewel Jones who was born about 1903 and married a Crawford.  Jewel Jones Crawford was the mother of three sons, one of whom was named Horace.  I have been told that the three sons of Jewel Jones Crawford are all deceased, but that some of their family members now live in the area of Jeff Davis and Lawrence counties.  I would appreciate any information regarding these families as I am eager to establish contact with these "lost" cousins.  Perhaps someone could check the local telephone directories and send me the name and telephone numbers of any Crawfords.
Thank you.  Gregory A. Price,  Dallas, TX

SAUL, BREWER June 9, 2004
Is there anyone researching the Sauls and Brewers of Lawrence Co. Ms.
Tammy Hayes

DAVIS, RAY       June 9, 2004
Is anyone researching Henry Davis and wife Jane Ray of Lawrence Cty.? Both are buried in the Davis-Miller Cementery east of Brookhavewn in Lincoln ctry."  Paul Davis

BUTLER, ROSS, HOOKER       June 6, 2004
My brick wall:   Fountain Winston Butler, b. 1825 (loc unk), d. 1863 (POW Pt. Lookout, Maryland), m. Permelia Jane Ross 1846, daughter of Simeon Ross and Sarah Hooker.
No information on F.W. Butler's parents or siblings.  Two Butler families in Lawrence Co in early census could be his.  Daniel Butler or Luke Butler.  My researching cousin thinks Luke is ruled out.  Does anyone have family of Daniel Butler? I have good documentation on F. W. Butler's descendants.
Thank you again for your good work as hostess.. :)
Everett D. Lee

BRANTON         April 20. 2004
Looking for any type information on the BRANTON surname in Lawrence Co., MS. Will share my current information. Please contact
LeRoy Branton

NORMAN April 26, 2004
Anyone have info on James Norman b. 1-13-1763, in Wilington, North Carolina who married Mary Polly Wilson b. 7-16-1762.  They married about
1783...children: John B. 1784, William b. 1785, Thomas b. 1786, Isaac b. 1788. Moses b. 1789, Benjamin b. 1790, Presley b. 1792, Levy b. 1793, David b. 1794, Scarbough b. 1795, Asa b. 1799, James b. 1801. I got this info off the Internet. Can anyone help me? Thanks John PS This family was in Amite, Lawrence, Pike, and other Ms. and La. counties and parishes.
Contact Wilson

BLOUNT, ROBERTS, ARNOLD, KNAPP     Oct. 2003
I am researching the Blount, Roberts, Arnold, and Knapp families of Lawrence County Mississippi from the 1820-1850 era.  I would like to know more about these families.  Thank you.  Phyllis Robinson.
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COATES April 2003
Looking for any information on:  Winston S. Coates (born about 1829) or Pollard H. Coates (born about 1800).  Thank you,  Jaqueline McGurk.

TAYLOR, HARTZOG, HEMPHILL, WEST Jan. 2003
I am searching for information on Henry Taylor born ? died in 1831 in Lawrence County, Mississippi.  He married Rachael ? They moved to Mississippi about 1817.  Their 4 children were all born in Georgia before the move to Mississippi.  The 4 children were as follows:  1.  William B. Taylor born 27 February 1800 in Montgomery County, Georgia; married Loving E. J. Hartzog on 31 January 1828 in Lawrence County, Mississippi; died 5 October 1856.  2.  Henry J. Taylor born 16 January 1813 in Georgia; married in Marion County, Mississippi; Had 14 children; died about 1895 in MIssissippi.  3. Permelia Taylor born ?; married to James L Hemphill; died 1844.  4. Nancy Taylor born 1802; married James M. West on 20 December 1827; Had 5 children; buried at Hazlehurst, Mississippi at Antioch Cemetery on 24 January 1838.  Does anyone have any information on who Henry's or Rachael's parents are?
Daniel Singleton.

HARVEY, DAVIS, SCARBOROUGH     Nov. 2002
Evan Harvey and Margarett Henrietta "Hettie" Davis were married on June 8, 1852, in Lawrence County, Mississippi by Justice of the Peace Dan Scarborough. Thought someone might like the information about the JP.   They had two or three children before moving to Louisiana in about 1858 to l859.  I am still researching Evan and Margarett.  Need any information I can get about place of residence, place of marriage, birth of children, family of either, both born in Mississippi according to La census 1870. This information came from her application for a Confederate Widows Pension in 1905, (in Louisiana) long after Evan's death in 1872 of pnuemonia. Anyone with information on the Harvey Davis Marriage or their family backgrounds, drop me a note... Thanx.   Mrauthor@aol.com

BOARDEN Dec. 2001
To anyone that might have any information on Edward Boarden & Amanda Mikell Boarden.  Birth, death, burial or any other information.  They are my great, great grandparents.  A. Brown

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