Polk County, TN Archived Queries
July - September 1998

LUTTRELL

Needing information on Francis (Frank) M. LUTTRELL born 5-29-1846 in McMinn Co,TN He married Margret (Maggie) T. JARVIS born 3-12-1845 in Monroe Co,TN on Sept.10, 1871. I know that they had 5 children in 1880 according to the 1880 Polk Co. Census. My great great grandmother was there daughter Lillie Louella LUTTRELL HARRISON born Dec.12 1884. I know that her father was Sheriff of Polk Co. The story we were told was that she was born in the Polk Co. Jail because he was the Sheriff. How many other sibling's does she have? Are any of the family buried in Polk Co? Where? If you have any information and would like to share please contact me.
L'Ene Hatcher-Cross
LeneCross@worldnet.att.net
Submitted on Thu Sep 24 18:57:58 EDT 1998


BROWN,WHITE

Nettie BROWN, m Enoch WHITE possibly in Polk Co, TN any listing for these ancestors? Nettie was of Indian Blood, we cannot find any record of her or her parents. We have been searching Rhea Co, but were told the family began in Polk. Their daughter, Stella Viola WHITE m Hubert MAYNOR late 1800s.
Beverly Farmer
Tender4230@aol.com
Submitted on Wed Sep 23 08:38:35 EDT 1998


ARMSTRONG

Seeking the parents of Absalom ARMSTRONG (1803-1875) who donated the land for the Cumberland Shed Cemetery in southwestern Polk County. Was he a descendant of the Armstrongs who came from Hawkins County to McMinn County in the 1820's?
John Pickett
jpickett@charlotte.infi.net
Submitted on Tue Sep 22 22:28:10 EDT 1998


BLANTON

BLANTON Am searching for information on Hiram H. Blanton and family who were enumerated in Polk County, TN in 1840. Am particularly interested in finding the names of his parents and sibblings.
Mary Anna Riggan -- 40048 Foster Road, Aberdeen, MS 39730
mar1@ahs.Aberdeen.k12.ms.us
Submitted on Fri Sep 18 22:32:02 EDT 1998


NICHOLSON.MOORE

would like any info. about John Andy Nicholson born 11-8-1870 married Dora Moore born 12-16-1871 and if John was kin to Isaac Nicholson.
Hubert H. Nicholson -- 4710 Tammy Dr. NE, Dalton, GA 30721-6935
msn1985@alltel.net
Submitted on Tue Sep 15 13:56:58 EDT 1998


CROCKETT, PATTY, COUCH, DAVIS

I am researching the Crockett and related families. Brothers, James and William Crockett who were the sons of John Crockett of McMinn Co. lived in Polk County around 1850. William had children by the name of Martha (married William Couch), James, and John H. James Crockett and wife, Jane Patty Crockett had children named Obediah (moved from Polk to Ark.), John A., Elizabeth (married John Davis of Georgia), Eliza C., and William M.
Ron Crockett -- 215 Westmoreland, Houston, TX 77006
rcrock215@aol.com
Submitted on Sun Sep 13 12:55:34 EDT 1998


VEST

I am looking for information on Etta Pearl Vest b. May 17, 1890, in Conasauga, Polk County, Tn. and died Sept. 16, 1958 in Benton, Polk County, Tn. Specifically, I am looking for information on her parents and anyone who may have actualy known her or her mother Sarha Jane Park, b. 6-20-1848 d. 4-12-1928 in Polk County, Tn or her father Augustus Madison Park, b. Nov 8,1808 d. 7-13-1880 in Polk County. Thank you,
WILLIAM WALLACE -- 1309 MEADOWBROOK CT, ST. CHARLES, MO 63303
70120.257@compuserve.com
Submitted on Wed Sep 16 12:39:40 EDT 1998


LINGERFELT, BLANKENSHIP

please help me find the parent's or any family of JOHN LINGERFELT d.o.b.7-6-1856 d.o.d 9-20-1929 married LAURA ALICE BLANKENSHIP on 8-28-1861 in bradley county, tn. her d.o.b.1-1-1864 d.o.d. 8-24-1934. or any family of hers i can not find any info. on either one. they are my greatgrand parents. thankyou.
DENISE HUCKS
huckad@aol.com
Submitted on Wed Sep 9 23:34:57 EDT 1998


HYDE,

Any information on William A HYDE a resident of DUCK TOWN pre civil war and after. Could someone tell me what was in DUCK TOWN in the 1800's such as was it a mining town? William A would travel between Swain County NC and DUCK TOWN frenquently but was not present on the 1870 Polk County census....Deborah
Deborah Beasley -- 14056 County Road 21 N , Winfield, AL 35594
beasley@sonet.net
Submitted on Wed Sep 9 23:53:36 EDT 1998


ROGERS

I would like to know if there is any information regarding where members of the Rogers family of Polk County came from. We suspect either Maryville, Tn., Rogersville, or North Carolina
Danny Rogers -- Danny Rogers, Benton, TN 37307
rogersd1@ten-nash.ten.K12.tn.us
Submitted on Wed Sep 9 16:05:38 EDT 1998


NICHOLSON, PINSON, DENTON, HARRISON, ALLEN

Wish to trade information with anyone investigating the Surnames Nicholson, Denton, Pinson, Harrison and Allen in Polk Co. Tenn. between 1850 and 1870.
Gary Pinson
graypinson@Earthlink.net
Submitted on Tue Sep 8 23:47:51 EDT 1998


ADAMS

ADAMS, William was on the 1840 Polk CO TN census with a family listing that fits the profile of my ADAMS family. Wm was 70-80 yrs, female was 40-50 yrs...perhaps a father & dght or an older man with a younger wife?? Children listed were: 1 male age 10-15 which would fit my CALVIN ADAMS bc 1828, 1 male age 5-10 which would fit LEVI ADAMS bc 1833, 1 female age 10-15 which fits CELIA ADAMS bc 1830, and 1 female age 5-10 which fits TELITHA ADAM bc 1832. On the 1850 census Wm is gone and these children are living with Sarah Samples age 62 as head of the house. William Adams was issued a land grant in Polk CO TN dated 1838 at Prince Gap, Sec 13, twp 1, range 2. I would like contact with anyone that has data to share on these Adams ancestors. Thanks, Bettye
Bettye Heinrich
bettye@jps.net
Submitted on Mon Sep 7 12:11:39 EDT 1998


HILDEBRAND

Looking for information on the HILDEBRAND families. Micheal HILDEBRAND born 1871 Lincoln county, TN., d. 1863 in Canadian District, Cherokee Nation. David HILDEBRAND b. 1833, Polk county,TN, d. 1896, m. Elizabeth MCCARTY
Bill Weber
weber@citizen.infi.net
Submitted on Sun Sep 6 12:42:21 EDT 1998


RIDDLE, DAKE, WEST, DIXON, INMAN

I'm looking for information any of the following familes. Samuel RIDDLE and wife Mary had several daughters.Elizabeth RIDDLE married a Enoch WEST, Mary Ann RIDDLE married Jackson G.(John) DAKE, Sarah C. RIDDLE married John INMAN, Emeline Mercy RIDDLE married Thomas DIXON, Martha RIDDLE married a John DIXON, and Rhoda RIDDLE married a DAKE. Looking for any information I can get on any these family members.
Carl Riddle -- 10235 Avenue 14 1/2 E., Yuma, AZ 85367
yuriddle@aol.com
Submitted on Fri Sep 4 12:04:06 EDT 1998


RIDDLE, DAKE, WEST, DIXON, INMAN

I'm looking for information any of the following familes. Samuel RIDDLE and wife Mary had several daughters.Elizabeth RIDDLE married a Enoch WEST, Mary Ann RIDDLE married Jackson G.(John) DAKE, Sarah C. RIDDLE married John INMAN, Emeline Mercy RIDDLE married Thomas DIXON, Martha RIDDLE married a John DIXON, and Rhoda RIDDLE married a DAKE. Looking for any information I can get on any these family members.
Carl Riddle -- 10235 Avenue 14 1/2 E., Yuma, AZ 85367
yuriddle@aol.com
Submitted on Fri Sep 4 12:04:06 EDT 1998


WEST

I am at a dead end can you be of any assistance? I am looking for info on Susan Cathryn West born January 3, 1869. Her father I believe is J. V. West (possibly Joseph V. West). Susan Cathryn West was my g.grandmother and she married William Jasper Tallent. She had a brother tha my grandmother called Dick West (probably Richard) who went out west somewhere. Upon hearing of his sisters death he never wrote or visited again and no more info is known about him. This is what I have on J. V. West: The 1880 census book for Monroe County and it shows the following for J. V. West: West, J.V. 75 SC SC T, M. 47 T T T wife, James 21 T, M 16(f) T, R.J. 14 (F) T, Lucinda 12 T, Sul 9 (f) T, Richard 6 T, Jeptha 4 There is also another West about 4 houses away: G.R. West 37 NC NC NC, C. 34 T SC T, Paten 17 T T T nephew. And Jasper Tallent 21 hired hand is listed next door to J. V. West in Calvin Harrison's household. Can you help me flesh out my West line?
Jack Teague -- 11212 Ooltewah Georgetown Rd., Georgetown, TN 37336
teaguejh@voy.net
Submitted on Tue Jul 21 06:48:00 EDT 1998


LEMING AND/OR DUGGAN

I am looking for more info. on my g-g-grandparents CHRISTOPHER MARION LEMING b-1841 and wife MARTHA A. DUGGAN b-1838. They lived in the Ironsburg area of Coker Creek in Monroe Co TN after they married on 12-21-1861. There they raised 5 known children. Jemima 1863, Margarette 1865, *John Henry 1874, Sarah Arminta 1878(to Ed Webb) and Mary Jane 1880(to John Duggan). The above *John Henry married Amanda Jump and their children were: Nellie (my grandmother), Herbert, Arthur and Henry. Nellie married George Brannon and they raised 12 children with number 8 being my father Bernard. I believe that Christopher came from Polk Co. I have come to a stand still on the Leming side of the family. Please help if you have anything on the above names. Thank you.....Sonya Brannon-Tate
Sonya Brannon-Tate
mtate@tds.net
Submitted on Fri Jul 17 17:32:41 EDT 1998


WRIGHT, MORGAN,HEADEN

I am searching for any information on the WRIGHT and MORGAN families of Polk county, also any information on the HEADON family in the Greasy Creek area.
Melia Blackwell
lucy@wingnet.net
Submitted on Sun Aug 30 21:29:56 EDT 1998


ADKISSON

Want to find Joseph Marion ADKISSON on the 1850 Polk Co. census with dau, Emily, about 8 yr old. Does anyone have access to this census. Will appreciate help. Marj
Marjorie M. Miller
mmiller@ktis.net
Submitted on Sun Aug 30 15:25:17 EDT 1998


MCFALLS

Who were the parents of Joel MCFALLS born c1826 TN (or NC?) and died in the Civil War? Joel and wife Louisa were living in Sevier Co in 1850; and Joel and wife Eliza were living in Polk Co TN in 1860. Eliza McFALLS was living in Cherokee Co NC in 1870. children were: Nancy c1849, Mary c1850, Elizabeth c1852, Roxanna c1856, Thomas c1857, Sarah Ann c1858, James c1860, all born in TN. Thanks!
Nicole Pinson
npinson@wwisp.com
Submitted on Wed Aug 26 21:10:23 EDT 1998


LEA

I am looking for the children of Abner Lea born Abt 1770 in Orange Co. now Caswell Co. NC Abner is the son of Major Lea Born St.George Spotsylvania Co. Va 1741 He lived in Caswell for many years and then moved to Claboirne Co. Tennessee where he died in 1842 where his will is recorded. Abner Moved from Caswell Co. abt 1836 to Polk Co. Tennessee where he is listed in the 1840 Census. He may have moved on or died there in Polk. In the 1850 Census for Polk Co. One John Lea is living there Birth place is listed as North Carolina I need proof linking these two together if any on can help Please Email..
Sam Maner
sip1776@bellsouth.net
Submitted on Wed Aug 26 13:15:29 EDT 1998


CROSS,WATSON

I am looking for information on Bertie CROSS who married a William WATSON. She was born in 1906. Her parents were Joseph Robert CROSS and Lou Dora DUGGAN. William WATSON lived 1879-1942 and his parents were Coleman WATSON and Angeline HEAD. Any information would be appreciated.
Melinda
melday9996@aol.com
Submitted on Sun Aug 23 22:26:21 EDT 1998


WALKER, ELIZABETH JANE

I am searching for any info on Elizabeth Jane WALKER born 1825-1826 in Tennessee, possibly moving to Muscogee County, Georgia and arriving in Randolph County, Alabama in January 1840 to marry John Robinson Armstrong. Family legend states she was a Cherokee and involved in the Trail of Tears. I would appreciate any info. Thanks.
Mary Ann McDonald -- 2302 Rodgers Dr., Huntsville, AL 35811
Davemac40@aol.com
Submitted on Sat Aug 22 10:41:09 EDT 1998


ODOM

Looking for descendants of or infrormation on John Wesley ODOM 1858-1930 and his wife Martha J. ODOM 1869-1963. They lived in Polk County but are buried in Cog Hill Cemetery in McMinn County. All help is greatly appreciated.
Brenda Hall
BH16533@aol.com
Submitted on Sat Aug 22 15:37:01 EDT 1998


WILSON, SPARKS

Neta WILSON b. 1896 d. 1957 married John Sparks 12/14/1913 in Polk Co. They lived near upworth in Fannin Co. GA. Need info on this family. Please email wilso502@aol.com Thank you in advance
F. Wilson
wilso502@aol.com
Submitted on Thu Aug 20 20:11:50 EDT 1998


CHEEK

I'm trying to find the parents of Joseph CHEEK, father of Martin CHEEK. He moved to Polk County in 1848 from Lee County Va. My roots are in Polk county but I'm trying to get further back.His wife's name is Malinda. Thanks
Gene Cheek
ECheek0814@aol.com
Submitted on Wed Aug 19 19:55:08 EDT 1998


CAMPBELL

I am Looking for Julia and Lester CAMPBELL, should be siblings and full blooded Cherokee. Julia m. Roscoe CHAMBERS and moved to King's Mt N.C. found a possible Julia listed on one of the Cherokee rolls.
Linda Chambers
ctsl@usa.pipeline.com
Submitted on Tue Aug 18 18:49:46 EDT 1998


NEILL/NEAL

Margaret R.A. THREEWITTS married James Thomas NEILL on 8 June 1849 in Polk County, TN. James was the son of John and Lauretta NEILL of N. C. They had children Clementine, Malinda, Frances, Marcus, Sarah, John Melvin, William Hunter, Missouri, Elizabeth and Lydia all born in Ducktown, Polk Co. Tn. James injured in civil war, died in Stoddard Co, MO trying to get family to Miami Co, Ks to Margaret's mother.
Johnnye Ann Lane -- P.O. Box 102, La Cygne, , KS 66040-0102
jlane@midusa.net
Submitted on Sun Aug 16 17:24:41 EDT 1998


THREEWITTS,NEILL

I am searching for info on Lewis Lee THREEWITTS (b. 17 Mar 1803 in Tn) who was a justice of the peace in Polk County, Tn prior to civil war. Had wife Elizabeth and children Margaret (married James Thomas NEILL/NEAL in 1849 in Polk County, Tn), John, Thomas, Nancy Caroline, James, Sarah, Wm, Lewis, Susana, and Marcus. LL THREEWITTS died prior to civil war and Elizabeth left Tenn with some of the children settling in Maimi Co, KS.
Johnnye Ann Lane -- P.O. Box 102, La Cygne, KS 66040-0102
jlane@midusa.net
Submitted on Sun Aug 16 17:16:48 EDT 1998


MOORE, JESSE C.

Jesse C. Moore has been confirmed by the 1840 and 1850 census as a resident of Polk County; please see earlier MOORE, DOWELL, COOK query. Thanks!
Roger Moore
caverarch@aol.com
Submitted on Sun Aug 16 15:05:22 EDT 1998


DIXON

Looking for info. on Andrew DIXON whose son, Edom Andrew DIXON (my great grandfather)was born in McMinn County in 1825 (later became Polk County). Wife unknown, children of Andrew were: Alfred, Ann, Eli and Elijah. (May have been more children. Thanks.
Gladys Dixon Gunn -- 249 Pumpkin Bloom Lane, Greeneville, TN 37743
gngunn@citrus.infi.net
Submitted on Sat Aug 15 17:10:07 EDT 1998


DYE, HANCOCK

All of my family records are from Fannin county, GA. I am seaching for any info on Earley Dye and his wife Mary Thurman born in early 1800s and moved into Fannin county in same time periord. Also searching for a Laton Hancock and Elizabeth who moved into Fannin in same time periord. They may have worked in the copper mines? Is any data available on the employess of the Copper Hill mining companies? I will appreciate any info given, thanks, Will Rogers
WILLIAM A. ROGERS
rogerdoger@hotmail.com
Submitted on Sat Aug 15 13:48:24 EDT 1998


MOORE, DOWELL, COOK

MOORE / DOWELL / COOK names, late 18th and early 19th centuries: Are any of the following names familiar? They are almost certainly in my paternal grandfather's line as they all come from a manuscript page handed down to me which appears to be the flyleaf torn from a book. My grandfather, Green Berry MOORE, was born on September 08, 1848, eventually lived in Orange, TX, and was drowned in a storm off the Texas coast on September 12, 1897. I have not yet traced his point of origin but I am getting some suggestive clues from Virginia, South Carolina, and Tennessee. Here are the list of names and birth dates from the manuscript: Jesse C. MOORE b. 22 Feb, 1797 Alley J. MOORE b. 23 Feb. 1792 Governor Washington MOORE b. 7 Nov. 1820 Emily Caroline DOWELL b. 27 March 1824 Andrew Jackson MOORE b. 12 Jan. 1828 Nancy Josephine COOK b. 5 May 1830 Nelson Lafayette MOORE b. 1 Dec. 1832 I believe GB Moore is tied to/ descended from the marriage of Jesse C. Moore (b. Feb. 22, 1797 possibly in North
Roger Moore
caverarch@aol.com
Submitted on Mon Aug 3 17:39:24 EDT 1998


GRAYWOLFE,MORROW

looking for g.g.g.grandmother,she was full blooded cherokee,she was from arkansas,married a white man-john MORROW.her name is lahoma GRAYWOLFE.i need information on her.she was a member of the wolfe clan.came from qunicy,arkansas,the the best i know of.
LINDA K.MARSH -- RR#2 BOX 251 W, DAYTON, TX 77535
lkmarsh@gte.net
Submitted on Mon Aug 3 03:34:23 EDT 1998


HILDEBRAND/MARTIN

Looking for info on Michael Hildebrand, and his parents: John Hildebrand and Barbara Eaker. Michael was married to Nancy Martin (desc. of Nancy Ward) he was born 1781 Lincoln Co, NC and died 1863 Indian Territory (OK) all of their children were born in TN between 1801 to 1829
Connie Countess
CCount4605@aol.com
Submitted on Sun Aug 2 20:59:00 EDT 1998


BURKE,VEST,RUNION

My mother-in-laws maiden name was VEST. Her Father's name was JAMES WILKIN VEST. His mother's maiden name was BURKE. First name was MANERVA JANE. My mother-in-law was born in Ducktown,Polk Co., Tn.in 1910 then moved to Wyo. when she was only 5 or so. Her mother's maiden name was RUNION. First name ADDIE. From what I've been able to find out she was from North Carolina. My M-I-L said she was part Cherokee but we haven't been able to trace it.I know that James and Addie was married Oct. 20,1901 in Suit, N.C.James was from Tenn. so they then lived in Tenn. until they left for WYO. If anyone has any info on these people please let me know at bsayles@uswest.net
Bev. Sayles
bsayles@uswest.net
Submitted on Sun Aug 2 16:10:19 EDT 1998


AKIN/AIKEN

I am searching for information on ROSA ELLA AKIN/AIKEN b. 7-30-1894 Polk County. Father was ELIAS WASHINGTON AKIN/AIKEN mother was RACHAEL COWART AKIN/AIKEN. Have been told that RACHAEL died in Polk County on 3-18-1917. Any information would be greatly appreciated. woody king
Woody King
W91846@aol.com
Submitted on Tue Jul 28 17:30:13 EDT 1998


LAWSON, GORDON

I am looking for the ancestory, & siblings of my grandfather William Taylor Lawson b. late 1800's Polk, Co.,TN. m. to Oma Gordon b.10/31/ 1891 Polk Co.,TN. d.1965. They had at least 4 children & lived in Polk for as long as I can remember. I have lots of Gordon info. I will share but nothing on William Taylor Lawson. Any help will be greatly appreciated.
Sherrie Winstead -- P.O.Box 2456, Newnan, GA 30264
sjames1@bellsouth.net
Submitted on Fri Jul 24 11:57:21 EDT 1998


ELLIOTT, JOHNSON

ELLIOTT- William Thomas ELLIOTT- I am seeking information on the family of William Thomas and Margaret (Maggie) JOHNSON ELLIOTT. Thomas and Maggie ELLIOTT were born in GA abt 1840. Census show he was a miner in Polk CO.. The ELLIOTTS had the following children: Margaret, Eliza, Lura (1867), Martha, Minnie, Mary, and Willie. I will appreciate any help. Thanks, Patricia Flatt Rogers
Patricia Flatt Rogers -- 1600 Rockland Court, Cleveland, TN 37311
PFR1600@aol.com
Submitted on Thu Jul 23 19:22:14 EDT 1998


ROGERS,CONNER

ROGERS-John ROGERS.I am searching for names of the parents of John ROGERS who lived in Polk from 1839-1887. John ROGERS ran a ferry located on the Ocoee River about one half mile from Copperhill. He is said to the the first white man to buy land in Polk Co. after the removal of the Indians.John ROGERS was born on Sept 5, 1809 somewhere in NC and he died in Ducktown TN on Dec. 20, 1887. ROGERS married Rebecca CONNER (1821-1873) daughter of John and Mary Ann CONNER.John ROGERS and Rebecca had 12 children: Mary Ann, Rebecca Ann, James K. Polk, George M.D, .Elizabeth Jane, Nancy Ebbline, Cecelia Marie, Martha Abier, John Huston, Wm, Henry, Margret Josephine, and Samuel. John ROGERS dad was born somewhere in VA and his mom in NC. If you know the location of John ROGERS parents birth county or their names,I would appreciate hearing from you. Any info. will be greatly appreciated. Thanks, Patricia Flatt Rogers
Patricia Flatt Rogers -- 1600 Rockland Court, Cleveland, TN 37311
PFR1600@aol.com
Submitted on Thu Jul 23 19:02:42 EDT 1998


MARR

MARR, looking for information of William Marr family, they show in 1860, 1870 and 1880 census for Polk Co. Looking for marriage info of child Jonathan Jasper MARR. Also for name of parents of William MARR.
MARR, William J.
wjmarr@worldnet.att.net
Submitted on Sat Jul 25 22:15:07 EDT 1998


WEST

I am at a dead end can you be of any assistance? I am looking for info on Susan Cathryn West born January 3, 1869. Her father I believe is J. V. West (possibly Joseph V. West). Susan Cathryn West was my g.grandmother and she married William Jasper Tallent. She had a brother tha my grandmother called Dick West (probably Richard) who went out west somewhere. Upon hearing of his sisters death he never wrote or visited again and no more info is known about him. This is what I have on J. V. West: The 1880 census book for Monroe County and it shows the following for J. V. West: West, J.V. 75 SC SC T, M. 47 T T T wife, James 21 T, M 16(f) T, R.J. 14 (F) T, Lucinda 12 T, Sul 9 (f) T, Richard 6 T, Jeptha 4 There is also another West about 4 houses away: G.R. West 37 NC NC NC, C. 34 T SC T, Paten 17 T T T nephew. And Jasper Tallent 21 hired hand is listed next door to J. V. West in Calvin Harrison's household. Can you help me flesh out my West line?
Jack Teague -- 11212 Ooltewah Georgetown Rd., Georgetown, TN 37336
teaguejh@voy.net
Submitted on Tue Jul 21 06:48:00 EDT 1998


LEMING AND/OR DUGGAN

I am looking for more info. on my g-g-grandparents CHRISTOPHER MARION LEMING b-1841 and wife MARTHA A. DUGGAN b-1838. They lived in the Ironsburg area of Coker Creek in Monroe Co TN after they married on 12-21-1861. There they raised 5 known children. Jemima 1863, Margarette 1865, *John Henry 1874, Sarah Arminta 1878(to Ed Webb) and Mary Jane 1880(to John Duggan). The above *John Henry married Amanda Jump and their children were: Nellie (my grandmother), Herbert, Arthur and Henry. Nellie married George Brannon and they raised 12 children with number 8 being my father Bernard. I believe that Christopher came from Polk Co. I have come to a stand still on the Leming side of the family. Please help if you have anything on the above names. Thank you.....Sonya Brannon-Tate
Sonya Brannon-Tate
mtate@tds.net
Submitted on Fri Jul 17 17:32:41 EDT 1998


PURDY, WHITE

Joseph Otis PURDY married to Sarah Elizabeth WHITE listed on 1860 Polk Co. census with children of John, Thomas Mack, Robert Joseph and Nancy. Any help would be appreciated.
Charles Lewis Purd;y -- 339 McIntyre Road, Minden, LA 71055
bpurdy@iamerica.net
Submitted on Sun Jul 12 15:05:04 EDT 1998


ADAMS

John C.L. Adams called "levi" was on 1850 census in this county. His father's name was William. He married Elizabeth McAllister, nicname "Winnie". I am trying to tie this ancestory into the Cherokee Nation. Anyone with any help? Please contact me. The family supposedly migrated from Georgia or N. Carolina. Thanks,
Perry K. Parsons -- P.O. Box 2236, State University, AR 72467-2236
perry@bscn.com
Submitted on Sun Jul 12 13:04:01 EDT 1998


HAULK,HOULK,HOUK

Help!!!My ancestors must have hidden from the census takers,or more likely,lied to them..:>) I have checked soundex,census etc and cant find much on the above surnames.They were in Georgia,then they were in TN....where were they in between? Any..and I mean any info you can give me is appreciated...I would rather have it and discard it,as not have it at all. Thank you very much...Joel Gamble
Joel Gamble -- PO Box 513, Benton, TN 37307-0513
jsgamble@mindspring.com
Submitted on Sat Jul 11 18:08:03 EDT 1998


ELLIOTT

Samuel or Samual N. ELLIOTT was born in Ducktown Polk County. He was my great grandfather. He eventually moved to Roane County. Any info appreciated. Thanks from PA.
JE
jelex6@mci2000.com
Submitted on Sat Jul 11 13:36:49 EDT 1998


PURSLEY,KING,NAPIER,DUGAN,MATLOCK,LONGLEY

PURSLEY, James m. Nancy KING about 1809. Both born in SC; ch were: daughter m. a NAPIER, Sarah PURSLEY m. Samuel DUGAN, John, Thomas King, William, Nancy PURSLEY m. Moses MATLOCK and James Gion (Guion) PURSLEY m. Hannah LONGLEY. Families were living in that part of McMinn that became Polk Co., TN 1830-1850 and possibly longer. From there some moved to GA,MO,&TX. I descend from James G. Would like to find cousins and exchange data.
Juanima McFarland -- 7410 East 84 Street, Tulsa, OK 74133-6631
macdol@mindspring.com
Submitted on Fri Jul 10 10:38:23 EDT 1998


HAULK,DILBECK,CARNEY,GRAVIT

I am looking for any info on HAULK,DILBECK,CARNEY and GRAVIT,connected to polk county. Thanks
Joel Gamble
jsgamble@mindspring.com
Submitted on Sat Jul 4 15:32:50 EDT 1998


HANEY

HANEY, William Born 1800 NC moved to TN and married a Betsey Born 1820 TN. The 1860 Polk county sensus spelled the name surname as HANY which is incorrect. I am interested in knowing who William and Betsey's parents might have been. William and Betsey had a least 6 children, Tressa, Thomas, Polk, Oregon, Amanda, and Nancy Elizabeth Born April 11, 1858 in Benton, TN(my Great Grand Mother)
Jean Harris
shawnee@clnk.com
Submitted on Sat Jul 4 15:40:26 EDT 1998


TAYLOR

I am researching the TAYLOR surname......Afri-Amer Alexander TAYLOR b. abt.1835 in Benton, Polk County, TN, married Lizzie (?), had 8 children: Susan, Alexander Jr, Joseph, Henry, Mary, Louisa, Amy and Isabella*. Alexander moved to St. Martinville, St. Martin Parish, Louisiana and died in New Iberia, Iberia Parish, Louisiana. I do not have date, nor do I know Alexander's parents' names. It is possible that the TAYLORs came from one of the Carolinas, VA, KY, MS, or AL and later moved to Tennessee. If anyone recognizes any similarities, I have other family data to share. *Isabella married Henry Francis (my grandparents) in St. Martinville, LA. They had 7 children: Harry married Mary Wiltz, 4 children John married Rena Henry, 3 children Daisy married Foster Fontenot, 5 children Emily married Albaree Davis, 3 children Mabel married Joseph Lee, 8 children Elizabeth married Mitchell Pradier, 6 children Illinoise (aka: Eddie) married Sylvia Baptiste, 5 children Both Isabella and Henry died in St.
Marilyn Burnom -- 5302 Wilmington St., Houston, TX 7703-3257
mburnom@aol.com
Submitted on Wed Jul 1 13:19:21 EDT 1998

 

 

 

Polk County TN Archived Queries
October - December 12, 1998

LUKEWATER,LEUGUIRE,LEQUIRE

RESEARCHING NANCY LUKEWATER,LEGUIRE,LEQUIRE. I KNOW NANCY MARRIED JOSEPH (P. OR L.) BAILEY. I BELIEVE THEY MARRIED IN FANNIN CO. GA IN 1884 THEIR CHILDREN WERE PHILIP BAILEY AND GEORGIA BAILEY. I HAVE AVALIABLE THE BAILEY LINE IF YOU NEED IT. ANY INFORMATION YOU MIGHT HAVE WILL BE GREATLY APPRECIATED. MY GREAT AUNT (STILL LIVING) HAS TOLD ME OF NANCY LUKEWATER FULL CHEROKEE BURIED IN NEW LIBERTY BAPTIST CHURCH. I FOUND A NANCY F. BAILEY BURIED IN NEW LIBERTY BAPTIST DIED APRIL 13,1927. THANK YOU FOR YOUR TIME AND TROUBLE. THE REASON I AM GOING THROUGH POLK CO. TENN. IS THAT MY GREAT GRANDMOTHER JOSEPHINE WIMBERLY IS FROM DUCKTOWN/COPPERHILL. AND NANCY SON PHILIP WAS FROM FANNIN CO. GA. THANKS AGAIN CHERYL BAILEY LABADIE
CHERYL BAILEY LABADIE
mtlover1@aol.com
Submitted on Sat Dec 12 20:16:39 EST 1998


WILLIS

Could someone help me with locating any living relatives of GertrudeDalton WILLIS who was born 2, Feb., 1918 and died 8, April, 1984 andis buried in Crestview (I believe that is the name) Cemetery out fromMcCaysville - near Fairview Church? Her husband is buried there alsoand is name was James Dixon Willis, dob 9, March, 1913 and died 10,Nov., l952. Thanks for ANY help.
Lucille Marre Renfroe -- 6545 Allatoona Rd., Morrow, GA 30260
PKTK56A@prodigy.com
Submitted on Sat Dec 12 20:07:52 EST 1998


MOLLY BARBEE MARY PRIEST

both were cherokee and my great grand parents would like to know anything about them
johnny bice
jbice2@bellsouth.net
Submitted on Fri Dec 11 22:48:03 EST 1998


WILLIS, SWAIN/SWIM

I am researching the WILLIS (Wm. Thos. "Jim) family (DOB-1844) whomarried Lucinda SWAIN? (DOB - 1850-55) - and may have lived also inFannin County, GA. They had children, Sara Josephine, John, Mamie"May", Georgia Nancy, Fred, and Lula Victoria (my maternalgrandmother) who married Charlie Sanders Miller. "Jim" Willis & hiswife (according to family story) died only a day apart aboutl896-1898. ANY help appreciated.
Lucille MARRE Renfroe
PKTK56A@prodigy.com
Submitted on Thu Dec 10 23:13:28 EST 1998


HOOPER

Sam/Samuel H. Hooper born December 9, 1857.
Deanna Baumgardner
diane@nrgrecording.com
Submitted on Thu Dec 10 16:19:36 EST 1998


CAVENDER,HAWKINS

charlie c. cavender was born in polk county, tenn in 1873.his father died when he was 9 years old which would put his death about 1882 or 1883. charlie c cavender married nora or nancy hawkins and had 2 sons born in polk county,tenn and one was l. d. cavender,my father and the other was lee cavender. I would appreciate any help you could give me. thanks, dalton cavender
dalton cavender
lionking2000@msn.com
Submitted on Sun Dec 6 22:29:01 EST 1998


ADAMS,WILLIAM

I am researching William (Billy) Adams that was on the 1870 census for Polk cty.He also was on the 1880 census.He was 7years old at that time.If,this is the correct William he had Samuel,Mina,John,Charles,Riley,Henry,Media,William,James,and Martha.This ones father was also William.We believe he married Georgeann Crutchfield.They later moved to Maarion cty.Any info would be greatly appreciated.Becky
Becky Adams -- 603 Eve St., Augusta,Ga., GA 30904
gizmo4@bellsouth.net
Submitted on Tue Dec 1 00:07:16 EST 1998


SISSON

Seeking information on Poieroen Sisson or his son Robert Allen Sisson. Robert Allen Sisson was an accomplished fiddle player. He died in 1951.
Jim Sisson
sisson@inficad.com
Submitted on Mon Nov 30 18:21:44 EST 1998


HAWKINS

An Uknown HAWKINS left Polk Co., Tenn., in the 1840's with his new wife, headed for Texas. They left 3 children with grandparents in TN. and brought 3 other children with them to Rusk Co., TX. James Reaves HAWKINS was one of the children brought to Texas. He was my g-grandfather. He married: # 1 ?? Lilly; #2 Mary Josephine JOHNSON, dau of Jeremiah Sanford JOHNSON and Martha Elizabeth REED. I am trying to find the ancestors of James Reaves HAWKINS and ancestors of the JOHNSONS.
George L. Hawkins -- 619 35th Street, Nederland, TX 77627
HawkRVS@aol.com
Submitted on Sun Nov 29 14:26:09 EST 1998


BLACKWELL, BROWN

JAMES WILEY BLACKWELL/MARY(POLLY)BROWN;Mary said to be Cherokee with brothers Lukin & Jim;sisters, Ellen & Selena;family enumerated in 1850 Polk Co.& 1860 Maury Co., GA:in households-JUDA DUGAN & JIM BROWN, age 15 in 1850;J.W.served CSA,GA.; Mary d. abt 1868,GA.-Family in Lamar Co.TX 1870, then on to Hood Co., TX. Glad to exchange info on families, all help appreciated.
J. P. LYNDE -- 15707 N.E. Tillamook Street, Portland, OR 97230
jacjac@uswest.net
Submitted on Wed Nov 25 13:49:09 EST 1998


JAMES A. CARTER

James A. Carter born 1844-45 Polk Co.Tn. Mother Nancy Carter 30 years old, Daughter Elizibeth 4 years older than James. They lived in the Harrison household. Trying to find James's father. James moved family to Accullusy Valley Ga. by turn of the century.
Bob Carter -- Charles R. Carter Jr., Old Fort, TN 37362
CARTERAN@WINGNET.NET
Submitted on Mon Nov 23 20:00:09 EST 1998


WITT, CHEEK

Request info on B.B.C. Witt, Attorney/District Judge and all family - known to have 2 wives and 1 mistress and one illegitimate son - legitimate children include Daisy Witt and Lily Hood Witt and several children including a set of twins w/2nd wife. Daisy and 2 or 3 siblings known to survive into the late 1960's. Also info on Martin and/or Martin Abraham Cheek and all family. Martin Abraham Cheek married Daisy Witt and moved to Alabama approx 1920.
Debra Howe -- 325 W. Maywood, Wichita, KS 67217
bradh@southwind.net
Submitted on Mon Nov 23 00:32:30 EST 1998


HOOD,

Searching for any information on the John Lazarus HOOD family. He married Daisy CAIN. His father was John Washington HOOD and his mother was Delilah KIRKLAND. John Lazarus was probably born in 1870's or 80's. His brother was Reuben HOOD and his sister was Julia Caroline HOOD. His grandfather was John Lazarus HOOD [who married DorcasDEWEESE] son of JohnB. HOOD
Jim Brown
doctasi03@yahoo.com
Submitted on Sun Nov 22 18:49:50 EST 1998


QUINN-ALLEN

Need information about Blackburn QUINN. need to know if he is the father of James C.QUINN, WHO DIED IN NOW WHITE CO. GA. FATHER OF MY GG GRANDMOTHER, MARY ANN QUINN 1843-1908 SHE DIED IN ATLANTA. GA AND MARRIED BENJAMIN FRANKLIN ALLEN ABOUT 1864 WHITE CO GA.
Martha B. Edge -- 109 Fitsr Street, Gainesville-USA, GA 30504-6034
DEdge34490@aol.com
Submitted on Fri Nov 20 01:14:37 EST 1998


ANDERSON KILLED- DUCKTOWN-1900

MYSTERY!! W W Billy ANDERSON killed in/near Ducktown 14 Dec 1900:ANDERSON,28, widower & father of 3, of Madison Co NC, working in Ducktown, was @ cousins home when 2 men started fight over wife-Circumstances? Billy, shot & killed helping cousin. Body not taken to NC. Where buried? Record of incident? Mine records? I DID visit Ducktown & Benton but no records were available at time. CLUE: Billy's dad, Wm M ANDERSON, from Madison Co NC, married MISS Susie Ann JARRETT in BENTON Tn, 2 Nov 1898. H A BROWN signed marriage bond for $1250. Since HA BROWN signed, he must have been a friend or relative?? Perhaps he was on the brides side? Married by MB GRAHAM,Dept. WHY did WM ANDERSON & Susie A JARRETT marry in Benton? Was she from there? She had 1 grown son @ time she married William. It appears if JARRETT was maiden name as she was MISS on license. Perhaps some one has seen a record of this incident???? Edie
Edie -- 803 Conewood Court, Lawrenceville, GA 30043
eep52@aol.com
Submitted on Thu Nov 19 21:47:02 EST 1998


DUNN

DUNN-Seeking information on Alfred Estes DUNN and descendants. Born Polk Co., Tn. ca. 1877. Died Bradley Co., Tn. 1939. Son of William W. DUNN and Elizabeth HOLLAND. Also seeking information on Idea or Ideal DUNN (may still be living)her parents and descendants.
Steve Dunn
SCD16299@aol.com
Submitted on Wed Nov 18 21:11:25 EST 1998


FRADY,

Looking for information on the family of Henry Washington FRADY died 1996 in Old Fort, Tn. Married Stella Orena O"NEIL Had 3 boys and 1 girl, named Dorothy, Olen, William, and Charles. Thank you.
melody pederson
ladybug@solve.net
Submitted on Wed Nov 18 12:01:33 EST 1998


REID

I am looking for any information on Samuel Reid who lived in Benton in the early 1800's. His grandson James Napolean Reid served in the Confederate Army and relocated with gis family to Hamilton Co. FL
Mike Jones -- 715 Dailey's Creek Drive, McDonough, GA 30253
mikej1957@mindspring.com
Submitted on Tue Nov 17 22:03:38 EST 1998


HEGWOOD

Need information on a ELIZABETH HEGWOOD age 38 on the 1850 census in Murrry Co, Ga. Listed with no husband and six children. Following are the children. The oldest James Monroe Hegwood moved to Mitchell Co, Ga by 1860. Can't find the other childen or mother in the 1860 census. Elender Hegwood b 1835 William R Hegwood b 1838 Clarissa Hegwood b 1840 Mary Ann Hegwood b 1842 Joseph P Hegwood b 1846 Thanks you
Dorothy Miller
Jmiller789@aol.com
Submitted on Tue Nov 17 09:44:13 EST 1998


ALLEN

Looking for information on SAM HOUSTON ALLEN. Born? Died? Married Fanny Marley. Had at least one son named John Henry Allen born in Polk Co. TN, Feb. 1, 1847. Saw the earlier query from Chris Allen looking for similar information, however, I have not been able to locate Chris. Any information would be greatly appreciated. Thanks.
Nick Duerksen
sandycty.sandypo.nduerkse@state.ut.us
Submitted on Mon Nov 16 16:56:30 EST 1998


GAMBLE

GAMBLE, ANTHONY found in Polk Co Tn. 1870 census. If anyone has information on these GAMBLE families in 1870 and 1880 census, please write me. I have a younger ANTHONY GAMBLE/GAMEL that I am trying to find parents for, Thank you, Dortha
Dortha Heathcoat Gamel
dgamel@cei.net
Submitted on Fri Nov 13 21:01:10 EST 1998


43RD TENNESSEE INFANTRY, CSA

Author seeking information, letters, diaries, rememberences, stories, notes, photos, etc. of the 43rd Tennessee Infantry, CSA for a regimental history of this unit. Company A commanded by Capt. John Goodman was recruited from Polk Co.
George Martin
gmartin@olympus.net
Submitted on Wed Nov 11 12:40:14 EST 1998


HOOPER, SAM HOUSTON

Searching for info on SAM (or SAMUEL ) HOUSTON HOOPER born December 9, 1857. County unknown; could be Polk.
Deanna Baumgardner
diane@nrgrecording.com
Submitted on Fri Nov 6 17:01:10 EST 1998


WALKER, FREELAND

Looking for info. on my great great grandparents, Buckner WALKER, Sr. and Seleita Caroline FREELAND Walker. Need to know who their parents were if possible and any other info. that you might have. The 1850 Fed. Census shows them living in Ducktown. Thanks.
Ann Walker Copeland
copsul@fayette.net
Submitted on Fri Nov 6 02:26:48 EST 1998


RUSSELL

Seeking information regarding ABRAM B. RUSSELL, born about 1838 in TN, died around 1881 in Polk Co, TN; children: Andrew Jackson Russell, Thomas Russell, Cathie Minerva Russell, Earl Russell and George Washington Russell
Gwen Russell Burgess
gwenburgess@idnsi.net
Submitted on Sun Nov 1 23:15:14 EST 1998


BRYANT

A John BRYANT is listed on the Polk Co. 1840 census. Does anyone have family information about him? Thank you.
Anne Smith -- 1716 E. Schwartz Blvd., Lady Lake, FL 32159
AHBLSmith8@aol.com
Submitted on Sun Nov 1 20:05:44 EST 1998


FORTNER, WILLIAMS

Search for lost family. My grand-father Horace FORTNER born Jan.28,1909 in Copperhill, Polk County TN, died April 9,1989 The son of Tyrus born Dec.7,1879 died March 1968 and Mae WILLIAMS FORTNER born Jan.4, 1889, died July 1972. Places confirmed residence Polk Co.TN, Harlan Co. Ky., Idaho, Alabama and Plymouth,Wayne,MI.
Molly Arvai -- P.O. Box 3031, Oceanside, CA 92051
molly@imodel.com
Submitted on Sun Nov 1 13:35:15 EST 1998


SCARBROUGH

SCARBROUGH, GEORGE was born in Polk Co TN in 1915. Farmer, Newspaperman, English teacher in secondary schools and colleges, and Writer. Among many books was his "Invitation to Kim" which received a Pulitzer Prize nomination. Can ANYONE tell me about him and/or his family? Thank you.
Norma Matthews
nmatt@mindspring.com
Submitted on Sat Oct 31 23:30:32 EST 1998


HANNAH

Iam David HANNAH.I am trying to get info. on John . Hannah,Is he the father of Joshua Columbus HANNAH, It is belived that Joshua was the sheriff of Polk County,Tn.Joshua is the husband of Mary White HILDEBRAND.They had seven children,which one was my grandfather David Fernado HANNAH. Any help on this ,thanks
David Ernest hannah -- 4614 Fairbluff Lane, Chattanooga, TN 37416
DHa4918360@aol.com
Submitted on Fri Oct 30 18:19:58 EST 1998


PURDY

Looking for birth place of GGparents, Joseph Otis PURDY and Sarah Elizabeth WHITE who lived in Polk Co. Tn in 1860. They had 4 children. John, Thomas Mack, Nancy and ? Please help.
Ann Fenn -- P. O. Box 279, Benson, AZ 85602
purdy1@theriver.com
Submitted on Fri Oct 30 16:08:06 EST 1998


CROSS - ADAMS

CROSS, David m. Celia ADAMS in Polk CO Tn abt 1851. Their son, Daniel Joe (Joseph ?), was b 6 May 1865. Daniel m. Sallie HELTON and they resided in Polk CO and are buried in Old Ocoee Batist Cem. I believe that there are still descendants of this family living in Polk, Bradley, and Monroe COs TN. I would like to make contact with them to try and learn more abt the earlier ancestors. Thanks, Bettye
Bettye Heinrich
bettye@jps.net
Submitted on Tue Oct 27 11:13:49 EST 1998


LEWIS

I am seeking information on the Marshall LEWIS family. He was married to Sarah __?. The children that I have found are: Morese? possibly Morris, Jessie I. (my great grandfather), William R., Marshall Jr., Henry(his wife was Dollie, they moved to Dallas,TX), and John(his wife was Ann, they lived in Athens,TN).
L'Ene Hatcher-Cross -- Rt.1 Box 669, Benton, TN 37307
Lenecross@worldnet.att.net
Submitted on Sat Oct 24 22:45:23 EDT 1998


KELLEY

I am seeking the relatives of Mary Ella KELLEY LEWIS born 6-8-1883 died 10-20-1971. She married Jessie Isiah LEWIS. They had the following children Myrtle LEWIS SCROGGINS, Ann LEWIS, and my grandmother Mayme LEWIS HARRISON. Jessie and Mary Ella LEWIS lived in the Wetmore area of Benton when my mother was a child. She later moved to Chickamauga,Ga with her daughter Ann and lived there until her death. Any information on her family appreciated.
L'Ene Hatcher-Cross -- Rt.1 Box 669, Benton, TN 37307
Lenecross@worldnet.att.net
Submitted on Sat Oct 24 22:32:04 EDT 1998


LAWSON,FORRISTER

Looking for parents of Alta Forrister Lawson and Henry Justice Lawson Alta was born 8/11/1893 Henry was born 11/18/1903 Alta was born in North Carolina any information on this line will be appreciated.
Belinda
iderrick@bellsouth.net
Submitted on Sat Oct 24 19:46:31 EDT 1998


PARTON PARTIN

PARTON PARTIN
ROBERT M PARTIN -- 333 wisherd land, cleveland, GA 30528
damion@stc.net
Submitted on Fri Oct 23 17:12:52 EDT 1998


WATERS

Seeking info on the ancestors of my gg grandfather John Waters b. 1815 in Polk, County TN. John married Mary (Polly) in about 1843 and had the following children: Mary Jane b. 1844, Martha M. b. 1845, Harriet L. b.1847, William H. b. 1849, James H. b. 1850, Narcissus b. 1853, Samuel b. 1855, Ezekiel b. 1856, John A. b. 1863. John is believed to have died between 1862 and 1870. Whether the civil war was cause of his death is not known at this time. In any case Johns wife Mary (Polly), is listed as widowed and blind in the 1870 census living with James 19, Narcissus 17, Ezekiel 14, and John A. 7. Samuel (my g grandfather) was not living with his mother in 1870 - - he could have been living with one of his older sisters though?? Any information on this family would be appreciated. Thx. Dave Waters Phx.,Az.
Dave Waters
dwaters@schein-rx.com
Submitted on Fri Oct 23 12:53:59 EDT 1998


RISEDEN OR ROYSTON, ARMSTRONG

I am looking for the parents of Wiley RISEDEN or ROYSTON, married to Magena Marmichael ARMSTRONG. She was b.1838 in Athens, TN. Their daughter, Vienna Maggie, b. May 20, 1862 in Benton, Polk Co., TN.
Catherine Haynes
c_haynes@yahoo.com
Submitted on Mon Oct 19 23:10:55 EDT 1998


DODSON

My Jesse DODSON was the son of Jesse SR., an Indian Trader from Hawkins/Grainger/Claiborne Co.TN in 1811. JR. is in Jackson Co. ALA in 1830 and Polk Co.TN in 1840 census. He is not the Rev. Jesse or Jr.from McMinn Co. Several Jesses purchased lots in Benton in 1840. Do these have signatures and how do I obtain? Thanks.
Morris K. Jackson
mojack@inu.net
Submitted on Thu Oct 15 18:05:55 EDT 1998


RAPER, REID

Looking for Elizabeth RAPER REID, registered Cherokee. Born 1890's died 1980s? Seeking to ascertain % Cherokee
Lacson E. Reid -- 4286 Claud Road, Eclectic, AL 36024
no1parable@aol.com
Submitted on Tue Oct 13 15:26:57 EDT 1998


RYMER, HUGHES

I am searching for the history of Ellen Josephine (RYMER) HUGHES who was born in Polk County, November 5, 1865. She may be the daughter of Winnie and William Rymer. She had brothers Wesley and William and Vaughn and a sister, Betty. Betty and Vaughn may be the children of a later marriage, possibly to a Runyon. She married a HUGHES, perhaps with the first name of William. She left TN for Asheville, NC taking her daughter, Artie Belle, with her in the 1880's. I would appreciate any information concerning my grandmother, Artie Belle, and great, grandmother, Ellen Josephine. Thank you.
Ruth Blank
whitlia@aol.com
Submitted on Mon Oct 12 16:07:31 EDT 1998


JOHNSON

I am looking for any information on Joseph JOHNSON who was born about 1816 in Tennessee. He was listed in the 1860 census as living in Polk Co., TN. His wife's name seems to have been Dicey. We don't know her maiden name. I believe he was my husband's great-great grandfather. On this same census a Jacob W. JOHNSON is living in same household and was probably my husband's grandfather. I would really appreciate any information available and would share what I do have on Jacob JOHNSON'S descendants.
Janie L. Hayes -- 19131 Second Ave., Weed,, CA 96094
jhayes@ncen.org
Submitted on Sat Oct 10 20:07:19 EDT 1998


COX, SPRIGMORE, MONTIETH

Searching for descendants of John and Mary "Polly" (SPRIGMORE) COX.They are buried in the Old Salem Cemetery in McMinn County, TN. Theyhad at least 9 children, I only have names for three (Polly, JohnJacob, and Lottie). John was the son of John and Elizabeth (MONTIETH)COX. John and Elizabeth COX were both born in NC. They moved to PolkCo, TN then Murray Co, GA.
Francy Thompson
francyt@aol.com
Submitted on Fri Oct 9 19:16:41 EDT 1998


MARTIN

am looking for information on Samel MARTIN mixed blood Cherokee indian mother Mary Emory father Joseph Martin I think he may have went to ark. or ok, before the trail of tears not sure of that would like any information but am looking for his death date and where buried he may have been born in polk co.Tn.
Evelyn Freeze
Chergram@aol.com
Submitted on Wed Oct 7 03:07:53 EDT 1998


JENNINGS, ROBINSON/ROBERTSON

I am looking for any info on Jacob( Jake) JENNINGS, Anything, his parents, his siblings. He is our brick wall. He was married to Nancy ROBINSON/ROBERTSON. Please see my cousins homepage at http://www.familytreemaker.com then go to Bill JENNINGS home page. I tried to give link, but must not be working tonight. If you write me I will give link. Please feel free to contact myself or my cousin Any Help At All
Florence Williams Cornwell -- 15 Briar Street Apt. # 22, Glenn Ellyn, IL 60137
Flocorn@aol.com
Submitted on Tue Oct 6 03:20:39 EDT 1998


SEGRAVES, ELLIOTT, CALDWELL

Looking for any infromation on James "William" SEGRAVES, married to Minnie ELLIOTT, married in Polk County 4/18/1896. Minnie's siblings Will, Mattie, Mae. Also need info on CALDWELL, Myrra Carra born in Parksville 5/23/1875,and wed JW Hughey 1/6/1904 in Sand Hill, Onnie, Ida Bell,Fred, and Pauline who married Will Elliott. Thanks a bunch.
Virginia S McClendon -- 732 N Robinson Ave, Oklahoma City,, OK 73170-1249
advantages@msn.com
Submitted on Mon Oct 5 03:01:20 EDT 1998


AYERS, WARD

Elizabeth AYERS and Burgess WARD were married December 30, 1840 or 1842 in Polk County Tennessee. One or both of them was Cherokee. Any information about them or their parents would be appreciated. Thank you.
Dorothy McKee
dottie@flattops.net
Submitted on Sat Oct 3 23:56:47 EDT 1998


AYERS, WARD

Just received information that my gggrandparents Elizabeth AYERS and Burgess WARD were married in Polk County Tennessee December 30, 1840 or 1842. Elizabeth was born September 8, 1824 and died September 13, 1903. Burgess was born about 1821 and died January 5, 1865. I am looking for names and dates of their parents and siblings. Any information would really be appreciated. Thank you so much.
Dorothy McKee
dottie@flattops.net
Submitted on Sat Oct 3 23:45:36 EDT 1998


SLACK

I am looking for any information on William A. SLACK family. He was born 1863 in Polk Co. & died 1932 in Polk Co. Married to Elizabeth CASTEEL . Their children were: Charlie, John Wesley, Alice, James Herbert, Lilly & Minnie. John Wesley married Belva LEWIS who is my g. grandparents.
Cindy Bishop
piggy@alltel.net
Submitted on Thu Oct 1 13:22:30 EDT 1998


ADAMS, THOMAS

Looking for information on Charles ADAMS married to a Susannah THOMAS, both are shown to be buried in Polk Co.Tn. They had a son named Silas H ADAMS, born 1808. Any information appreciated.
Leona Adams
norm@web-access.net
Submitted on Wed Sep 30 15:37:12 EDT 1998

 

 

Polk County TN Archived Queries
December 15 - 31 1998

UMPHRIES, MATILDA

I AM TRYING TO FIND OUT INFORMATION ABOUT MY GREAT-GRANDMOTHER HER NAME WAS MATILDA UMPHERIES OR HUMPHRIES. THOMAS CRISP MARRIED HER SOMETIME IN 1870'S, MY GRANDFATHER WAS BORN IN 1883 HIS NAME WAS ALONZO TIPTON CRISP HE RAN AWAY WHEN HE WAS 15 YEARS OLD AND JOINED ROUGH RIDERS AND WAS A SPANISH AMERICAN WAR VETERAN. I AM TRYING TO FIND OUT MORE ABOUT MY CHEROKEE ROOTS. MY COUSIN CLAIMS THAT THEY LIVED IN DUCKTOWN AREA OF TENNESSEE.
Barbara Merritt -- 7212 E. Chelsea Street, Tampa, FL 33610
Barbmerr@aol.com
Submitted on Mon Dec 28 00:54:41 EST 1998


WALLER

Need help in researching James Pinckney WALLER who is living in the household of Calaway YORK in Polk Co, Tn in 1870. James is listed as 19 yrs old and was born in NC. Living there also is a Mary WALLER, also 19 yrs old. I think this to be a sister. I am certain this to be my ggfather, but can't go back any further. Also, don't know the connection with YORK. James married Minerva HUGHES in 1875 in Tenn.
Betty Kirby -- PO Box 424, Blessing, TX 77419
bkirby@bayareacom.net
Submitted on Sun Dec 27 17:12:28 EST 1998


HUGHES, SHELBY

Need help in reseaching and would like to exhange family history of Josiah HUGHES Jr. -b. abt 1792 and lived in Polk Co from abt 1840 til 1860? His children included: Hiram, Charles, Samuel Price, Josiah, Sarah and Martha. Alford and Anthony might also be children. I am a descendant of Samuel Price who married Mary SHELBY. Josiah Jr's siblings are thought to include Judith (who married William HUGHES), John, Mary, Nancy, Susannah, Charity, Orlando, Anthony and Leander
Betty Kirby -- PO Box 424, Blessing, TX 77419
bkirby@bayareacom.net
Submitted on Sun Dec 27 17:04:07 EST 1998


HARRIS, CLAYTON

I'm looking for information on Liz HARRIS who lived in Benton around 1890. She was the mother of Bob, Joe, Grover and Flora. Also, is anyone familiar with Big Brushy Mountain in Polk County?
Alice Clayton
aclayton1@compuserve.com
Submitted on Sat Dec 26 13:44:47 EST 1998


FRANKLIN, JAMES& HIGDON,JANE

Franklin, james $ Higdon, jane were my great grand parents. FRANKLIN, james was Cherokee. Do you have any infromation about FRANKLIN, james my great grand father?
Jerry Carter -- 1991 SE Joyner Circle, Port St. Lucie, FL 34952
jocarter@bellsouth.net
Submitted on Wed Dec 23 18:39:19 EST 1998


RYMER, HUGHES

I am searching for any records regarding my great, grandparents, William HUGHES and Ellen Josephine RYMER, who were married in Polk County, TN, possibly in Sweet Water or Reliance. My grandmother, Artie Belle HUGHES, was born May 15, 1882 in Sweet Water. So, I am assuming that William and Ellen were married in 1880/81. Ellen's mother and father were Winnie Jane RYMER and William RYMERr, Jr. Her grandfathers were William RYMER, Sr and King David RYMER. I do not know the names of her grandmothers. For William Hughes I am seeking: parents, siblings, marriage and death info - divorce dates if applicable - and any other available information. For Ellen Josephine Rymer: her grandmothers and background on them and her grandfathers. I am interested in the relationship of the grandfathers who were both RYMERS. Any tidbit is appreciated!
Sarah Ruth Blank -- 12659 Heming Lane, Bowie, MD 20716
whitlia@aol.com
Submitted on Sun Dec 20 21:59:15 EST 1998


FORD, MINTON, LIPSCOMB, JOHNSON

FORD, Elijah b. abt. 1817 TN married HOPPER, Mary Ann b. abt. 1821; Children: Margaret b. 1838, Nancy b. 1840, William b. 1842, James b. 1847, Melvina b. 1852, John b. Feb. 1853, Richard b. 1854. MINTON, Jacob L b. 1851, father James MINTON and mother Sally Elender HARRELL. JOHNSON, Robert; father of Rachel JOHNSON b.1858. Rachel married James LIPSCOMB. James L.LIPSCOMB son of Rachel and James, born 1876
Jon ThunderChild
sprtbear@wpe.com
Submitted on Sun Dec 20 10:41:31 EST 1998


KIRKSEY, LILLARD, STUDDARD, PICKEL, GROGAN, DOVER

KIRKSEY, STUDDARD, DOVER, PICKEL, GROGAN, LILLARD-I am looking for any information on the above names within Polk or McMinn County, Tennessee. Especially, if they connect to the name of Kirksey. All of the information I currently have just about ends at the early 1900's. I would be very interested in sharing with anyone who has further information on these names and am very willing to share what I have also. Sharon Dover Romanek romanek@cybertrails.com or romanek@salisbury.net May 28-Sept 14
Sharon Dover Romanek
romanek@cybertrails.com
Submitted on Sat Dec 19 01:32:18 EST 1998


PELFREY, JOE

1932 he was a minister in Copper Hill, Polk, TN Anyone have information on him or his family?
Virginia McClendon
advantages@msn.com
Submitted on Fri Dec 18 09:19:14 EST 1998


SMITH, LAWSON

Looking for info on my Great Grandparents, James M. Smith and Mary J. Lawson Smith. He was born Aug 24, 1828 in Greene Co, She was born Aug 22, 1831 in Hawkins Co. They married in Old Fort Feb 6, 1852. They died in Polk County. I believe the farm is under Ocoee Lake. His date of death is Jan 20, 1907, hers Dec 9, 1909. Their son, Robert Lee Smith was once Recorder of Deeds in Polk. He was b Aug 16, 1869. Any information on any of them, their relatives and locations will be greatly appreciated.
Rev. Hilton Estes
HCEGAAL@MSN.COM
Submitted on Tue Dec 15 21:58:32 EST 1998