Norma E. Turner Tue, 23 Dec 1997 23:46:26

I am looking for record of the birth of my ggrandfather Isaac P. Martin, b.Oct.? 1825 or 1826 in Bedford County, Tennessee. Any information would be helpful.

Norma E. Turner, neturner [at] accessus [dot] net

Joe Ryan Tue, 23 Dec 1997 20:48:04

I’m trying to get a feeling for the topography of the area between Wartrace and Bell Buckle TN. I’ve been searching for my grandfather, Joseph Benjamin Suggs, who was supposedly living in the area during the 1860/65 war (too young to have been a soldier). Don’t find Suggs in Wartrace in the 1850/1860 Censuses, but plenty in Bell Buckle. Family legend (my 84 year old cousin) says he came from Wartrace…I’ve been told that there is, or was, a Wartrace Creek that may have been in the area. If so, could he have lived near the Creek and still have been listed in the Bell Buckle 1850 or 60 census (at least his relations as I beleive his possible father Joseph J. and his wife, Mary, show up in the 1850 census in Bell Buckle living w/Joseph J’s father, William age 82, and his mother, Suzzanah. In 1860, William’s apparently deceased and his wife, Suzzanah, a widow, is living w/her older son, Neamiah and his family in Bell Buckle also. In 1860, Joseph J and his family have dissappeared (I beleive they went back to where their youngest son, Thomas, was born, Arkansas). However, Joseph J,etc., could have returned during the war as the legend has my grandfather, Joseph B. plowing a field in WARTRACE and some Union soldiers wanting to help so they could get the feel of a plow again. I was wondering if there was a way you could ascertain if there is a lady named, Mary Alice Suggs HOLDEN residing in Christiana, TN. She, based on the above story, could be a distant relative as she’s supposed to be a decendent of Neamiah Suggs.

This story concerning Joseph Benjamin Suggs was covered in Dick Poplin’s column in the Shelbyville Times-Gazzette, the last being the column in the June 18th 1997 issue. Sincerely, Joe Ryan

HKing2934 [at] aol [dot] com Sat, 20 Dec 1997 09:40:43

Giles Porter HASTINGS — Born: 26 Apr 1826 — Died: 28 Oct 1893

Married to: Rhoda Ann (JARRATT) HASTINGS

Known Children: James Boyd HASTINGS; William Porter HASTINGS; Medicus Stamps HASTINGS; Thomas Porter HASTINGS

Other Children: one daughter and one son predeceased; one daughter unknown name

Family records indicate he was born in Bedford County and that his father was “Squire” Joe HASTINGS. Also, that his wife’s father was Jack Jarratt of Salem Community near Murfreesboro.

This man was my great grandfather. I am interested in the names of his two daughters and one predeceased son. I am further interested in vital statistics of all his children.

Travis Allen, Mon, 15 Dec 1997 13:25:54

Searching for John Newton HAMIL, Methodist Minister, of Bedford or Haywood counties, b. 21 March 1808 in TN, married Mary Anne FARRIS, b. 20 Nov. 1819 in Haywood Co., sisters Susan FARRIS, who married a MAXWELL and Martha “Patsy” FARRIS who married William McMURRY. Any information you can share with me on these families will be verty much appreciated! Travis Allen, travisj [at] juno [dot] com

Carol Williams Sun, 14 Dec 1997 12:51:53

Carol Williams Does anyone have information on the following families: Bedford Co., TN Deed Book E., page 138 Power of Attorney to Jno. D. TERRELL, Bedford Co., TN. “Our father Thomas McREYNOLDS deceased, formerly of Bedford Co., VA, died in the Revolutionary War, rendered service as an officer, Lieutenant and Captain in the Virginia Continental line, we as his lawful heirs are entitled to lands in the Virginia. We, John D. McReynolds, John C. DUNN who intermarried with Mary B. McReynolds, James McReynolds, Edward WHITWORTH who intermarried with Anna McReynolds, Thomas B. McReynolds, and Elizabeth D. McReynolds appoint John D. Tences of Georgia, Franklin Co., our Attorney. Signed 20 Sep 1814. Wit: James FERGUSON, Jos. CRUNK and Jas. McReynolds. ivyroad [at] prodigy [dot] net

Nancy Thu, 4 Dec 1997 08:25:43

Looking for more information about Sarah MCADAMS, wife of John TROLLINGER. She was supposed to be the dau. of JOHN MCADAMS, from North Carolina. What kin were Amos MCADAMS, Isaac MCADDAMS, James MCADAMS? Amos & Isaac MCADAMS and John TROLINGER along with Edmond, Matthew, & Phillip TURPIN signed Petition of Bedford Co., 1822 – other MCADAMS families found in Sumner & Rutherford Co’s as early as 1792 – Thanks for any help – Nancy in Corpus, Unab2 [at] aol [dot] com

Heidi E. Hafner Mon, 01 Dec 1997 20:00:35

Hello,

I am looking for information on Edward WARREN married to Rebecca DABNEY.

Edward was born in Charles Co., MD sometime around 1744. He married his first wife whose name is unknown. After his wife died, he moved to Pittsylvania Co., VA with his 5 children to be with his sister Mary (WARREN) STONE. He met and married Rebecca “Beckey” DABNEY and then moved to Chatham Co., NC by 1791. He is said to be in the 1800 and the 1810 census for that county.

They moved to Bedford Co., TN after the 1820 census. I need any information that I can find on these two. I am completely stumped with Edward and his where abouts. I am told that he had 5 children (3 girls and 2 boys) by his first wife and then 5 more with Rebecca (genders unknown). Thank you in advance for your help. Heidi Hafner ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Heidi Hafner Mailto:hehafner [at] micron [dot] net Page me @ http://wwp.mirabilis.com/917231 AOL Instant Messenger: Kaffee8268 ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~

Christina Fairin Sun, 30 Nov 1997 23:58:49

CREEK, LANE/LAYNE/LAIN, REDMAN/REDMOND, WAKEFIELD, EVANS, LATSHAW, MAY/MAYS Searching for my roots. My gg grandmother Elizabeth CREEK was born ca 1853 in TN, possibly Bedford Co. Her father, ___ CREEK, was born in IRE, a plantation owner and had a cotton gin mill somewhere on the Duck River. He was still living in the early 1900’s. His first wife’s name is unknown. His 2nd wife’s last name was REDMAN/REDMOND. Would like to know Elizabeth’s b.d. and b.p. Also info re. her parents. Elizabeth CREEK married ___ LANE/LAYNE/LAIN. Where was Mr. LANE born? Need his given name and info re. his parents. Elizabeth and her husband had several children. Lizzie LANE who m a LANE and m/2 a WAKEFIELD. She had several children. The last known address in the 1940’s was Oklahoma City, OK. Oscar and Bob (both lived in TX most of the time around Dallas – Farmington areas), Martha Jane (b TN ca 1871 and d ca 1901; m John William EVANS, b KY). John William EVANS worked in the coal mines, left KY, went to TN and m Martha “Jane”. They had four ch: Frances May (Fannie May) b 1889; Pamelia Ann (“Millie”) b 1890 m Harry LATSHAW; Frank who died in a train accident; and Baby Jesse who d ca 1902. They lived in OK, AR, and TX. John William EVANS m/2 ____ MAY/MAYS. Her father was a traveling Baptist minister. John and 2nd wife had several ch: John (had a peanut farm in northern TX and d ca 1917-18) and others. Some of the given names in the EVANS and LANE families are Marvel, Annie, Lacy, and Father Belle. I am submitting this query for a person who does not have Internet access. Please snail mail Frances Meyer, 11425 SW Agee Lane, Sheridan, OR 971378 with responses to this query. Thank you.

Edwin Wilson Sun, 23 Nov 1997 07:53:59

RAY-DEASON — I am trying to find Thomas RAY’S mother and father, and any information on Jemima DEASON. They lived in Bedford Co. in 1850, & 1860. Will share information. Thank you. Email: emwilson [at] peganet [dot] com

Deborah Cavel-Greant Fri, 21 Nov 1997 22:51:06

SMITH, Enoch Jones B 1842 Tenn. Enlisted in Confederate Army, (Company G. 2nd Arkansas Infantry as a Private) in Wartrace Tenn. 3-13-1863. Was signed up by Captain McGeehee. Married Kizarh Crouch 1866-67 in Stone Co Arkansas. They had five children, Mary Levina, John William Wesley, Mahala A., Priscilla Josephine and Eliza. E.J. died September 1869, Stone Co Arkansas during a paralytic epsiode, probably of cardiac or respiratory arrest.

Hi, I’m seeking any information about my great-grandfather, E.J. Smith, who was born in TN but migrated to Arkansas before 1865. I have not been able to find any information on his family at all. Need info on parents and possible sibs. His mother may have been a Jones or Johns. EJ suffered from a hereditary muscle membrane disorder called Hypokalemic Periodic Paralysis. He died as a result of this disorder but not before passing it along to many descendents. This disorder is very rare – only 1 in 100,000 to 200,000 people, but it is unusually common in Tenn, NC and SC, probably because of an ancestor five or six generations back. It is possible EJ had some Native American blood. I am researching not only my Smith/Jones family history but trying to document the incidence of HypoKPP for medical research reasons. If you or anyone in your family has a history of episodic periods of weakness, unusual fatigue on days following physical activity, or after large or high carbohydrate meals, or if you’ve ever experienced an episode of partial or total flaccid (floppy) paralysis, please look at http://www.calexplorer.com/ushkpp.html. Thanks, Deborah Email: calexeditor [at] nucleus [dot] com

Miriam Stephenson Thu, 20 Nov 1997 22:21:32

Augusta Ann HOLT married (1st) J.T. Patrick in Bedford Co. TN 1861 (2nd) married Bedford Co. TN June 27, 1866 to John T. Yancy. Need parents names of Augusta Ann. .Miriam Stephenson Box 59 Bogata, TX 75417 ads [at] neto [dot] com

Jack Keeter Thu, 20 Nov 1997 17:14:41

My Grandmother Helen Virginia NORVELL was born Oct. 20, 1868 in Bell Buckle, TN. I am seeking information on her father W.B. NORVELL, born Nov. 28, 1819. I am not sure where.He died May 21, 1895 in Neosho, Mo. I am not sure what the W.B. stands for. I can find nothing in the Neosho library or newspaper clippings telling about parents or relatives or where he was born. I am also seeking information on his wife, Virginia G. PEACOCK. She was born July 4, 1835, maybe in Bell Buckle. She died July 4, 1927 in Neosho, Mo. Again, I cannot find anything on her. There is a street in Bell Buckle named for the PEACOCK family and I understand they had slaves at one time. Any information on them would be greatly appreciated, as I seem to be at a deadend.

Jack Keeter, jkeeter [at] worldnet [dot] att [dot] net.

Robert D. Craig Mon, 10 Nov 1997 20:31:31

CRAIG–RAWLINGS–HOOVER. James Monroe Craig (b. ca. 1845) and Martha Lee Montgomery Craig lived in Bedford County in 1875 when their son Oscar Franklin Craig was born. They lived there until about 1882 when they moved to Union City, Tennessee. I don’t know who James’ parents or other family members were. Anyone know??? Also, on another family line, I was told that members of James Knox Polk Rawlings’ family lived “in Bell-something in Tennessee”, before the Civil War and I thought it might be Belle Buckle. This family married into the Hoover family. They may or may not be from Bedford County. Thanks for the help! —Robert D. Craig, rcraig [at] bootheel [dot] net

Valerie Simonton Sat, 8 Nov 1997 15:43:25

NORTON, JACOBS: Would like to hear from anyone working on the NORTONS or JACOBS surnames that are in the 1800’s census of Bedford, Coffee, Rutherford and Cannon counties. My ancestors were Reason and Diadama JACOBS, born 1815 and Henry Wilson NORTON, born ca1766, VA. Related surnames: ARNOLD, STILL, STONESTREET, GIBSON, DAVIS. Email: vsimonton [at] aol [dot] com

Winford Becton Sat, 08 Nov 1997 14:37:47

Frederick Edwin Becton had three children in N.C. Between 1806-7 he moved to Rutherford Co.TN There are Abstracts from newspapers in the mero district TN in May 1807 that the postmaster had mail for him since July. The 3rd child married in Murfreesboro 1827.

What I would like to know is about his 2nd wife Fannie May where , when she died and any other pertinent info you get.

You see I have a will of F.E. in Cherokee Co. TX There is no mention of a wife. I think he M again but he did say that he was frail in body but sound in mind. Hell marrying three times is enough to make a man frail. Bye and thanks for what U can do. Regards, Winn

Sue Bates Thu, 6 Nov 1997 23:31:06

Hi there! I have no idea as to whether or not anyone can help me here, but I’ll give it a shot. I am trying to locate information on my grandmother. She was born Amanda Bell Cates around the Shelbyville area, probably in the mid 1880’s. She later changed her name to Minnie Bell Cates. There was a brother Jim (James?) and I seem to recall that her father had been a preacher. If you are familiar with the story of the real Jack Daniels and why he never married, my grandma was the girl that he’d fallen in love with. Her mother broke a guitar over his head when he pursued them to the train station when they were leaving to go north. The story goes that they had met when both were showing horses. Just a little trivia. Anyway, wish I could furnish more information, but having been a little kid at the time, I just wasn’t paying attention! Anything anyone has that might be able to help me with this would be wonderful. Thank you in advance for your time and trouble. Sincerely, Sue Bates, bsbates [at] netease [dot] net

Jerry Burns Thu, 06 Nov 1997 12:56:09

My grandmother Lillie Mae JOHNSON was born in Bell Buckle, Bedford Co in 1873. Her father was Granville Henderson JOHNSON and her mother was Frances FOSTER. Email: jpburns [at] shellus [dot] com

Janis Lindemann Wed, 05 Nov 1997 18:53:40

NORVELL, ANDERSON; Am trying to identify the husband of ?(William or James?) NORVELL, whose second wife was REBECCA ?ANDERSON, probable dau. of GABRIEL ANDERSON, who was on the 1812 Bedford Co. tax list in the same company as Richard and William Price. Both families lived in the general area of Bell Buckle or War Trace Creek. Rebecca was ? NORVELL’S second wife. JAMES T. NORVELL of Pontotoc Co. MS (1850) and Rebecca’s son WILLIAM B. NORVELL of Tippah Co. MS (1850+) were said to have been half brothers. Where was Gabriel Anderson before coming to Bedford Co.? Parents? Who were siblings of either NORVELL OR ANDERSON family? Contact: Janis Lindemann e-mail: jlinde [at] fia [dot] net

Jerry Morrison Tue, 04 Nov 1997 11:17:46

MORRISON, Andrew born 1780, Mecklenburg Co. NC, died 1832, Bedford Co. TN. MORRISON, Sophia Jane b. 13 Apr 1820, Bedford Co. TN, died 10 Feb 1904, Benton Co. AR. Any information on either of these individuals would be sincerely appreciated. — Thanx, Jerry Morrison, lwm [at] genesisnetwork [dot] net

Bob Battaglia Mon, 27 Oct 1997 19:55:33

Seeking information on Seaborn L. JONES, b.ca 1797 SC and located in 1840&50 census of Talladega AL. Cannot locate county in TN for 1810-1830 except that there is a Seaborn Jones shown in 1830 Bedford Co. with nearly correct family numbers. Trying to find where my Seaborn Jones was in TN 1810-1830; he had 4 sons born in TN: William L., Joseph F., Amos Dickens and Wesley. These Jones’s seemed to have been related to a LONG family. Bob Battaglia <bobbatt [at] texas [dot] net> in the Alamo City

Travis Rankin Fri, 24 Oct 1997 08:53:20

Hello, I am trying to trace my wife’s ancestors. One Isaac C. Smith was born in Bedford Co. Tn 2 Dec 1816. Any help on his parents would be greatly appreciated. Thank you, Travis Rankin, ramar [at] c-zone [dot] net

William Savage Mon, 20 Oct 1997 20:21:40

I’ve just begun trying to trace my family who I know have roots in Shelbyville. My father Roy E. Savage, born 1930, was raised there as a boy until he joined the military in apx. 1950. His father was Archie Savage, also of Shelbyville. Archie is buried in Shelbyville.

My mother is JoAnn Angle and I have no info on her family. She was also raised in Shelbyville.

I am particularly intrested in my father’s family but if you have any inof on either or know how I can find out more info please help. Thanks W.E. “Doc” Savage, savagew [at] erols [dot] com

Sam Sublett Wed, 15 Oct 1997 22:12:33

I am currently researching the Sublett family history. My Gr-Gr-Grandfather was I. (Isaiah) P. Sublett, born in Tennessee in 1847. I am trying to obtain the names of I. P. Sublett’s mother and father. Recently, I received a copy of the 1830 Tennessee census which indicated that A. C. Sublett (age 32 years) lived in Bedford County with a women (wife ?) and a male under the age of five.

1798. P. Sublett’s parents were born in Virginia. My family records show an Abraham Sublett born in Virginia around 1798. Any and all information that you might provide to me in regards to the Sublett, Sublette, Soblet, (Sublay) family in America would be greatly appreciated. Thank You, Sam Sublett, SSublett [at] aol [dot] com

Doug Page Tue Sep 30 20:46:34 1997
DILLARD, Robert….(or any info on DILLARD family in Bedford and Marshall counties of middle Tennessee.) Robert DILLARD was born in Bedford county around 1858 to James and Nancy DILLARD. He married Margarett Ellen WOODWARD 12-Aug-1879 in Bedford county….they had 3 children Odus (Aug 1880), Sumner (Mar 1883), and Dena (Oct 1889). Three years after their last child was born Margarett marries Joseph GAMBILL in Shelbyville on 2-Aug-1893. WHAT HAPPENED TO ROBERT? HIS MOM AND DAD?? I need help and will trade info that I have on the DILLARD or WOODWARD families in Bedford and Marshall counties…THANKS

Shirley Smith Mon Sep 29 18:33:38 1997
I am searching for anyone with information on THOMAS J. HESTER, born. around 1857 and died in 1890. He was married to NANCY (NANNIE) HARRIS, b. in 1859, I believe in Bedford Co., TN. They were married 21 Oct 1874 in Bedford Co. She was the daughter of WILLIAM N. HARRIS & ELIZABETH SANDERS HARRIS. Their children were: WILLIAM OSCAR HESTER, JOHN HESTER, ALBERT HESTER, DEAN HESTER, ELIZABETH HESTER, MYRTLE HESTER and MARGARET HESTER. I know that several descendents of the HESTER Family still live in Bedford Co. Also, would love info and the HARRIS & SANDERS Families. I believe that THOMAS HESTER was born in Lincoln Co, TN.

Pat Manship Sun Sep 28 20:34:41 1997
Searching for ancestors/descendants of LANE family who was living in Bedford Co as of 1850 TN Census. Quntius C. Lane b.abt 1805 VA, Louisa abt1817 NC children: Hulda Caroline Lane Dec 1832; John abt 1833; William abt 1837; Nancy Ann abt 1840; Hary abt 1842; Susan E. ab 1846 and Robert J abt 1848. Hulda Caroline LANE m. W.G. HOOTEN and they lived in Stewart/Houston Co area. Their children: Louisa abt1852; William abt 1854; Martha abt 1856; James E April 1862 (my gr-grandfather) and Sallie Ann b. 1866. James m. Caroline HEWITT Dec 31, 1890 in Houston Co. Any LANE/HOOTEN/HEWITT leads appreciated. Pls e-mail Man705 [at] aol [dot] com Appreciate any/all help!! Pat(Hooten)Manship

Glenda Schwem Sat Sep 27 23:59:52 1997
Looking for Daniel Boston DRY. Born about August 12, 1851 in Westmoreland County, Pennsylvania to Daniel Dry (Sr) and Hannah Plough. Daniel married Lavonia McMan Prince in Tiptonville, Tenn on 31 August 1886. They had a daughter Olive Virginia Dry near Nashville on 7 Sept 1888. They had another daughter who died as an infant. They had a third daughter Hannah May Dry on 15 April 1890 in Shelbyville, Bedford County, Tenn. Shortly thereafter Daniel left the family (reputed to be an alcoholic) and was never heard from again! Do you have any idea of what happened to Daniel DRY after 1890 or where he died? Any leads most gratefully received!

Joyce Truitt Sat Sep 27 18:30:43 1997
Searching for parents of Obedience Beard b. 1802, thought to have been born in Bedford Co., Tenn. Thanks

Cindy Berndt Sat Sep 27 12:24:06 1997
MCKAMEY, SHEPPERSON I am looking for information on William McKamey and Sarah Shepperson. I have no marriage date. They had 4 children, Henry, Oscar Born Aug. 12, 1887, Ada born Oct 3. 1889 and Joe born Oct 3, 1890. Ada’s married last name is Jett. All of the children were born in Shelbyville, Bedford Co., TN. Oscar Married Gladys Isabell Prusso in Calif. in 1913. If you have any information please contact me. Thank You

Betty Guthrie McCollum Fri Sep 26 09:24:02 1997
Need information on GRAY LYNCH who was age 61 when the 1850 census was taken for BEDFORD CO., Tn. He had a son, SMITH B. LYNCH whose age is given as 11 yrs in 1850. Was GRAY LYNCH an Indian (as I have been told?) Who was his wife? Help please and Thanks. Betty Guthrie McCollum

Janet D. Beaver Thurs, 25 Sep 1997 09:33:59

I have been trying to find out my great grand mothers name and heritage. I understand my grandfather was from Murfreesboro his father’s name was Samuel Reeves Beaver and I believe he was married twice. I have no information on my GGM. My grandfather is Hubert Reeves Beaver, his wife Stella Mcpherson from Johnson City Tn. My dad’s name is Roy Franklin Beaver from Kingsport Tn. Thank You for any help you can give me. Your’s Truly, Daveb12 [at] juno [dot] com

JGS1957 [at] aol [dot] com Wed, 24 Sept 1997 16:43:24

Saw your listing on the Tennessee Gen Web for Bedford County. I am trying to locate an ancestor of mine, David Parker Glenn. His son, Robert Lee Glenn, was born in Bedford County in 1872. Family tradition has it that David’s wife was Lucinda Elizabeth Hill, although that is not 100% certain. I cannot afford to hire any research done, but does anyone have information on the David Glenn family who would be willing to share it for free? I do not know if this David Glenn was the same one listed in the White County Census of 1850 and 1860.Thanks for your cooperation.

Gene Searcy Wed, 24 Sept 1997 16:43:24

Thank you for taking on the Bedford Co. Home page.

I have been working on the Searcy’s and Neills who lived in District one of Bedford County. My gggrandfather John Lambert Neill is the oldest ancestor in that area. His daughter Sallie Clay married my ggrandfather Dr. James Searcy. I have quite alot of information on both families which I would share and am very interested in finding descendents of John Lambert Neill. They lived on Hwy 82 between Bellbuckle and Beech Grove; I have found the site of the family cemetary.

My grandfather Granville Deaderick Searcy and Mary Alleen Chilcoat were married in Bellbuckle in 1885 and left that area about five years later.

Gene P. Searcy Saskatoon,SK Canada, searcy [at] admin3 [dot] usask [dot] ca

1. HarrisWed Sep 24 09:58:37 1997
   Looking for parents & siblings of George W. BEAVERS b.1833 TN. Lived in Bedford cty in 1860-1870-&1880 census. He married Sarah Ann RAY b. 1831 TN.(Dau. of Thomas & Mary RAY). Their children were: M.J. BEAVERS b. 1856 TN.;Robert F. BEAVERS b. 1858 TN. Marr. Margaret Fannie TURNER; Susan F. BEAVERS b.1859 Bedford cty TN., marr Richard CROWELL; James T. BEAVERS B.1862 TN.; George W. BEAVERS b. 1865 Unionville TN marr. Mannie MAYFIELD; Samuel(Sharp L.)BEAVERS b.1867 Shelbyville TN. marr(1) Janie CLAXTON (2) Lula BATTE; Sarah A. BEAVERS b. 1870 Bedford Cty, TN marr.James L. YOES.

Phillip Burrow Tue Sep 23 03:47:48 1997
I am researching Phillip BURROW who was born on Feb.20, 1774 in Sussex Co., Va. He married Margaret Peggy SHOFNER on April 20, 1797 in Orange Co., NC.. They later moved to Guilford Co., NC., before relocating again to Bedford Co. Tn. I am also seeking information on Powell KIMBRO who died before 1795 in Orange Co., NC.. Powell, his wife, Catherine, and five children, lived on Stinking Quarter Creek. His son George KIMBRO was born on June 17,1859. He married Rachel HOLT on June 17, 1859. They also relocated to Bedford Co., Tn. If you need any information on these families or have some that you would to share, please contact me.

Marjorie Casteel Mon Sep 22 19:13:47 1997
Seeking parents/siblings of Thomas Marion CASTEEL (born 1855 in Bedford Co., died 1930 in Wayne Co.), and wife Nannie JENKINS (may/may not have been from Bedford Co.) and James Polk TURMAN (born 1844 in Bedford Co, died 1918 in Wayne Co.) married Mary Jane Dixon in Wayne County in 1880.

james r. barber Sun Sep 21 20:41:13 1997
researching for john caswell BARBER born 8/21/1851, married mary jane Tucker in 1871, six childern, tennessee lee, era myrtle, elmus mitchell(my grandfather) charles blevins, james lonzo, & joe benford BARBER (all deceased) family from the unionville area(bedford co) TN.

Susan Fullbright Sun Sep 21 13:35:46 1997
ORR–I am seeking any info on William D. ORR (b ca 1798 in NC) and wife Margaret (b ca 1809 in TN). William witnessed many deed in Bedford County, TN 1828-34. He may also have been county clerk around 1838. He and his family were in Red River County, TX in 1850, where he was county surveyor. He died in TX. I do not have a marriage record nor parents of either. Any help will be greatly appreciated.

Cathryn Clegg Sun Sep 21 13:10:15 1997
Searching for Amanda REYNOLDS born in Bedford Co., Tn married Dorsett W. RUSSELL had a son Dorsett Guy RUSSELL b. in Colorado Co., Tx on 9/20/1880. Guy RUSSELL lived in Tx all of his life.

Donna DuBois Sun Sep 21 12:05:09 1997
I am interested in any information about the GARRETT and DILLINGHAM families. Isacc Martin GARRETT was born Oct 5, 1832, in Shelbyville, He married Mary DILLINGHAM who was born Nov 2, 1829, also in Shelbyville. They had 9 children including George Washington GARRETT. Isacc had a brother named Dallas GARRETT. I have had absolutely no luck in finding the parents of Isacc & Dallas. ALL HELP WILL BE GREATLY APPRECIATED. I will be happy to share any information I have.

William N. Greer Sat, 20 Sept 1997 01:20:30

I am trying to determine the ancestry of John A. Greer, a native of Bedford Co, TN and possibly a lateral ancestor of mine. He was Masonic Grand Master in both TN & TX — and three times Texas lieutenant-governor. Although a prominent person, I’ve learned of only his father (and no further back) by way of a 1937 newspaper biography which included the passages below. Do you have any ideas? Please reply to William N. Greer at wmngreer [at] aol [dot] com. Thanks.

Susan Collins Wells Fri Sep 19 14:02:12 1997
COLLINS/ADAMS: Would like to know the parents of DANIEL COLLINS, born July 1819 NC; married 27 Feb 1840 Marshall Co.,TN to TABITHA (Lytha,Alitha) ADAMS, born about 1819 AL. Daniel died after 1900, they were living in Bedford Co.,TN at that time. Their children were WILLIAM JACKSON , MARTIN, ALBERT/ALMAN/ALMORINO , ELLEN, ROBERT, GEORGE W. and MARTHA. Supposedly, DANIEL and his brother, “WASH” and his mother came “across the Cumberland pass” and settled in the Bedord Co. area. Would like to know any of TABITHA ADAMS family also.

Jan Walker Fri Sep 19 09:10:17 1997
Would like to talk with anyone researching Jackson DILLINGHAM family per 1840 Census. Jackson b. abt 1814 KY? wife, Elizabeth ORRICK, b. abt 1820 AL?. Removed to Bedford County, Tn. on 1850 Census with Children: Priscilla, Hiram, Barthsheby ( Barsheba). Any information would be most welcomed. Have much to share on ORRICKS.

Sandy Atkinson Fri Sep 19 07:09:18 1997
I am looking for additional information about my g.g. grandparents, Eliza Tennessee TIMMONS (Mar 20, 1842-Jan. 12, 1905) who married John BLACKBURN (May 13, 1827-July 31, 1911). the 1880 census shows them in Bedford County. I believe they moved to Bedford Co. from Coffee Co. One of their daughters, Lula BLACKBURN (ca. 1862-1891) married Thomas Jefferson MCGRIFF from Coffee Co. John BLACKBURN first married Eliza’s older sister, Nancy Ann TIMMONS, and had two sons, William and Ambrose. Are there any records showing if they were buried in Bedford Co.? Why did they move from Coffee Co. to Bedford? Any information about this family would be appreciated.

Jimmie Nell Meadors Thu Sep 18 11:01:58 1997
COCHRAN and NICHOLS I am searching for the parents of Chania/Chaney Cochran who married Isaac Nichols in 1826, Bedford County, TN. I, also, believe Joshua L. Nichols married Elizabeth/Betty Cochran in Bedford County, but have found no marriage date for them. Was John Cochran of Bedford County Chania’s and Elizabeth’s father?.

Gary Waters Tue Sep 16 22:01:51 1997
I am searching for information on the parents of WATERS, William Paul who lived in Bedford County around 1938. He died around 1942. His wifes name was BURROWS, Sara Ann born 24 March 1893 and died 28 March 1969. I am also looking for information on her parents as well, BURROWS, William Thomas and his wife, whos name I do not know. William and Sara were last known to reside in Shelbyville. They had five sons, Robert Clyde, Thomas, Paul, Horace and Burdell. I am not sure of the spelling of Burdell. I would also like to know the DOB and Date of Death of WATERS, William Paul. Waters, William Paul had a nickname of “BOSS”. Any information or pointing me in the direction to get this information would be greatly appreciated. E-mail me at rrdglasgow [at] aol [dot] com. Thank You.

Bill BULLARD Tue Sep 16 05:46:55 1997
I am looking for family of E.E. BRANUM that lived in Bell Buckle in 1903 and comunicated with William Richard (Bill) BRANUM (my grandfather) in Golden, Texas.e-mail=bjbullard [at] aol [dot] com Any response or direction will be appreciated. Thank you.

Emery Francis Sun Sep 14 20:33:17 1997
HOBBS Family: Searching for parents and/or siblings of John HOBBS b abt 1813 in TN m Martha HASKINS (b abt 1809) abt 1830. They were in Bedford Co. TN when son John R. K. HOBBS was born Feb. 14, 1843. We believe John HOBBS father may have been named Rigdon HOBBS. John and Martha had nine children (4 girls and 5 boys), all born in TN. Their oldest was Rachel Elizabeth HOBBS (my ggmother) b Oct 8, 1831. The family moved to Conway Co. AR in late 1849 or early 1850 (they were in the census in Conway Co. in 1850). Would be willing to share information with anyone interested in this family.

DARLINE Sun Sep 14 20:25:27 1997
DOBBS,LIEUSEY (LOUISA) MATILDA DOBBS b 10-6-1829 BEDFORD county TN married William Bedford WESTERMAN Jr Aug 11,1844. She was oldest of 13 children and I need to prove CHEROKEE ancestry. She is buried in RAYMONDVILLE MO, Allen cemetary. She had a son Frank westerman who married Rose GROSS whose father was GEO WASHINGTON GROSS of Wayne Co MO who married Winnie WILDHIDE/WILDEHIDE. Lieusey and William Bedfor westerman had children one was Jefferson Davis Westerman who married Malissa Jane CHAMBERS 8-1-1895. Please e me-even if what you have seems to be a longshot. wille and us mail whatever i have. DARLINE CUNNINGHAM PINHEIRO

Susan Beus Sun Sep 14 16:52:23 1997
I am looking for information on Samuel Mitchell MCLAUGHLIN B.10 Sep 1829 in Bedford Tenn. Marr to Eliza Jane Dancer 25 May 1850. Samuel died on 29 May 1900 in Uvalde Co. Texas . I have never been able to find out Samuel’s Parents names Can anyone help me?

Cathy Mushenski Sun Sep 14 13:05:15 1997
John Henry IVEY (1830-1908) born in Bedford Co. Father was James IVEY (1797-1869) Mother possibly Elizabeth SHORT, daughter of Joab Short. Looking for information regarding this marriage and/or other information regarding this family. Any help would be appreciated.

Robert MOORE Sat Sep 13 14:46:55 1997
Looking for the parents of James Marion Moore, born 13 May 1811, NC., abt 1833 married Rachel W. PATTON, born 14 Jan 1817, TN., daughter of John and Sarah PATTON. There first two children: John Patton MOORE, b.16 Aug 1834, and William A. MOORE, b. abt 1836 were both born in Bedford Co. James had moved to TN about 1816/17 from NC with his family. James and Rachel with children moved about 1840/41 to Missouri. Any help with locating the parents of James will be greatly appricated.

Albert Gibbs Fri Sep 12 10:22:03 1997
Jonathan Drew (wife Margaret Jane Martin) listed in l850 Census Bedford Co.,Tenn. with some of their children. Their daughter Elizabeth Jane b. l834 in this census also. She was my gt.grandmother.Family ca. to Ill. Who were Jonathan’s parents and Elizabeth Jane Martin’s parents?

Mildred Stinson Wed Sep 10 21:58:22 1997
WILSON Need information on DAVID RUSSELL WILSON, born 1825 in Eagleville, Bedford County, TN. His father is believed to have been named ROBERT WILSON, died 1835. David Russell moved to Bulter County, Al. He married Matilda Ann Teat, daughte of Lemmon Teat.

Jack Sossoman Tue Sep 9 11:53:56 1997
THOMAS, Christopher Columbus I am looking for information on a Christopher Columbus (Kit) THOMAS b. 20 May 1820 in GA, TN or SC; d. 20 June 1885 in Caldwell County KY, m. Mary Melinda KELLER on 16 Oct. 1838 in Bedford, TN, b. 16 Oct. 1822 in Bedford County TN; d. 23 June 1876 in Caldwell Co. KY. Children were: Nancy A. b. 1844, James William b. 08 Oct. 1845, Benjamin Lite b. 1848, Joseph b. 1849, Sarah Elizabeth b. July 1849, J. Bartley b. 18 Dec 1855, Jennie C. b. 1857, Walter J. b. 1857, Jerry b. 1858, Robert Franklin b. 27 July 1859. I have a story written by a grandson of Christopher that suggests that he may have been in Nacogdoches County, Texas in 1850, near Shreveport, and lived near the “Duck” river, now known as the “Sulphur” river. The family left Texas Abt. 1851, so the story goes, but the dates that this family was in Bedford County does not agree with the story. If anyone has information on this family, please Email me at: tpkaeng [at] swbell [dot] net or sossoman [at] swbell [dot] net or snail mail me at: Jack Sossoman

Tanya Gilliam Griffin Tue Sep 9 08:18:23 1997
Am trying to locate a marriage record for Charles Hart and a Miss Waggoner, dau. of Joseph & Elizabeth (Caston) Waggoner. They married in Bedford Co. TN between 1815 & 1820. Charles would have been about 20-25 years old and I know nothing about Miss Waggoner. I would like to find her full name and date of this marriage. Thank you so much!

Pat Trask Sun Sep 7 21:45:48 1997
Searching for complete list of children for William BEARDEN born 1786 Spartanburg, SC d 1876 Bedford Co. Tenn., and wife Patience POWERS b 1786 d 1855 Bedford Co. Tenn. Moved to Bedford Co. about 1832 from SC. Thank you.

Karen Jerles Sun Sep 7 18:42:02 1997
Am looking for information on John Hollis STONE. He used to live on Carr Creek Rd. around 1935-40. He lived in a house previously owned by Amos STONE. I am seeking the relationship between the two. John Hollis Stone may still be living. The last he was heard from he was living in the Tullahoma area. I would love to hear from anyone who knows him or could give me some information about him, his wife, (I believe her name was Ruth), or his children. Thank you.

Wilma Moore Sat Sep 6 12:50:11 1997
LOVELADY–Seek info on descendants of Simeon/Simon LOVELADY, who was listed on the 1812 Bedford County tax list. Was Levi LOVELADY, who was on same tax list, a son of Simon? From earlier South Carolina records, Simon’s wife was Martha (maiden name unknown). I will appreciate any information on this family. Thanks. Wilma Moore wbmoore [at] ticfin [dot] com

Reba Gale Sat Sep 6 09:01:33 1997
Thomas TERRY was in the 1830 census for Bedford Co. Any information on this man would be appreciated. I believe he was the father of George TERRY born in 1810.

Barbara Roberts Fri Sep 5 22:10:22 1997
Seeking the genealogy of Henry Rogers of Bedford County, Tn. Also the close association of the Rogers-Shelton Family. Henry Rogers, Jesse Rogers, Jesse Martin, and William H. Shelton are documented in numerous land transactions in the area of Mill Creek, Hickman County,Tn. 1817. One Rogers descendant named his son Stephen Shelton Rogers.

Gary E. Young Thu Sep 4 18:32:37 1997
I am a MCCALL researcher trying to identify William MCCALL who married Eliza Ann HAILE in 1832 in Davidson Co., Tn. Was he the son of Thomas MCCALL of Bedford County? Did he go to Louisville, Ky. around 1838? Did he have a family?

Robert Moore Wed Sep 3 12:52:32 1997
I am looking for information on James MOORE Sr., b. NC, d. c1839 Bedford Co. I know of one child, gggrandfather James Marion Moore, b. 13 May 1811, NC. I have been told that the family moved from NC about 1816/17 to Tennessee. James M. Moore, m. abt 1833, Rachel W. PATTON, b. 14 Jan 1817, TN., dau of John and Sarah PATTON. James and Rachel’s first two children were John Patton and William A. both born in Bedford Co., TN. The family moved to MO. about 1842. Any help on this family will be greatly appreicated.

Mark B. Arslan Tue Sep 2 20:13:27 1997
Am seeking evidence that Jesse Bobo GANT married to Rachel KIZER, daughter of Valentine KIZER and Catherine STIEHL. Jesse was born 1794 in Abbeville Co., SC. Jesse and Rachel lived in Bedford County for awhile between 1811 and 1820??? and then moved to Hardin County, Tennessee.

Mark B. Arslan Tue Sep 2 20:09:09 1997
I am researching the family of Valentine KIZER (b. 1761 in Pennsylvania), who moved from Virginia to Bedford County, Tennessee around 1811 with his second wife Nancy BERRY. Valentine died in Bedford County around 1827, and Nancy died there in 1844. Valentine’s children who also moved to Bedford County included Eve (LINN/TROXLER), Jacob, Mary Ann (HIME), William, Valentine, Daniel, and Enoch. Another child may have been Rachel (GANT).

John M. McCabe Tue Sep 2 14:11:21 1997
Any information about the parents of Zachariah Jenkins, born on December 11, 1813 in Bedford County, Tennessee. Also, the names or any data about Zachariah’s siblings.

Ed CARROLL Mon Sep 1 16:20:26 1997
Seeking relatives of Henry W. CARROLL,b. 1864, Farmer in Bedford County 1860 census, married Mary b.1823. Children include James E. b. 1846, Thomas b. 1848, Andrew b. 1850, William b.1852, John b.1855, Edward b. 1857, & my grandfather Wilburn Buchannan b. 1859-60. Also is Allen CARROLL b.1814 in Va, Bedford Co. farmer 1870 census brother to Henry W.?

Donald E. Beck Mon Sep 1 13:12:31 1997
I’m working on a book on my BECK families and am interested in information about the BECK-FORREST families of Bedford Co., TN in 1820. Miriam BECK m. William FORREST ca. 1820. Miriam was the dau. of John and Frances BECK from NC. These families later fell in Marshall Co. in 1840, and moved on down to Mississippi by 1850. Will exchange information on these families.

Marilyn Kosanke Sun Aug 31 19:52:30 1997
WilI am seeking any information on the William Lee who is listed in the 1840 Bedford census.

Chris Linson Sun Aug 31 16:47:24 1997
I would like to exchange information for a two early Bedford County residents (first half of the 1800s): Peter Elrod CLARDY (1832-?) his wife Eliza MOODY, and their ancestors. I have a moderate amount on Peter, and nothing on Eliza.

Jo Ann AARON Sun Aug 31 15:29:16 1997
AARON, CAPLEY, EARNHART, FISHER, WADE, WARNER, WHITE ancestral lines in Bedford Co. James AARON b ABT 1804 M Rozina CAPLEY B 1804 daughter of John CAPLEY. James Lived in Bedford Co. until 1833. Migrated to De. Co. Children: William Henry, R.C.,Thomas Newton, James F., Moses F., George M., Sarah E. Moses, 1812 Taxpayer and 1820 census in Bedford Co. Any info on him? Connection? Any info on their ancestors? Willing to trade info.

Valette Randall Sat Aug 30 17:59:30 1997
SANDERS, Major, wife Frances in Petersburg in 1820’s. Eldest son Samuel Blake SANDERS was born there in 1822. All children of Major and Frances were born in Tenn. except youngest born in Arkansas. Possible connection to Bedford Co. and Samuel Blake. Any information on this family greatly appreciated.

Dennis Deason Sat Aug 30 15:21:29 1997
Looking for information leading to the identification the parents of William Columbus DEASON, born 1848 in Benton County, Arkansas. His parents migrated from Bedford County Tenn in the mid-1830s.

Karen Spann Jennings Sat Aug 30 02:49:53 1997
SPANN Searching for information on the Henry SPANN family listed on the 1880 Bedford Co., Census. He lists himself (age 25) as b. in TN as well as his parents b. in TN. His wife Ella (age 18), was b. in AL and so were both of her parents. Their son, Willie, was only 1 month old in June of 1880. Does anyone know what Ella’s last name is or any additional information about ancestors or decendents? Thanks, Karen.

Anne Mackenzie Thu Aug 28 21:19:06 1997
Seeking any information on John HENRY who lived first in S,C, then N.C. and moved to Franklin Co. Tenn ca. 1890. His children were: 1. Samuel m. Sarah ROBINSON. He served in War of 1812. 2. James 3. Isaac b. 16 March 1778 m. (1) Cathrine Saling/Salen m. (2) Permelia. d. 10 July 1841 Coffee Co. Tenn. 4. Joseph 5. Sarah 6. Anne m. Mr. WAKEFIELD 7. Rachael m. Mr. Sailor. I need information about John HENRY . Where and when he was born? Who were his parents,siblings, wife? Have information to share.

Jo Ann AARON Thu Aug 28 20:31:28 1997
James AARON B 1804 D aft 1970 De Co. Wife Rozina CAPLEY B 1804. Migrated from Bedford Co. abt 1833. Children: Thomas Newton B1837, William Henry B 1832 who migrated to Texas, Moses F. who migrated to Texas with nephews Sam and Calvin Columbus, who married Emma CURRIN. R.C. B1832, located only in 1850 census. Sarah E. B1842. George M. B1840. Found with his name spelled AARAN later. Wife, Malinda C. James F. B1836. Who was Calvin Columbus’ father? Descendants say he was an orphan. Any info on these or other children or anestors of James. Believe James was son of MOSES in Bedford Co. in 1812 Taxpayers and 1820 census. Will share info. Have many descendants to present. Will share info.

130. D. RausTue Aug 26 09:31:43 1997
     Information about the Community of Raus, Bedford county, 19 mi. southeast of Shelbyville on Hwy 130. I belive it was named after Fredrick “Fritz” Raus. I would Information about Mr. Raus and his family…….

Mary Sharp Mon Aug 25 20:45:20 1997
Searching for parents of my gg grandfather, Wilson C. ARNOLD b @1823 d @1857 Shelbyville, Bedford Co., TN m Margaret Jane SHARP CORTNER @1843. Chil: James Knox Polk b @ 1843; Samuel b@ 1845; Elizabeth b @ 1847; John and Daniel. Margaret had son by Levi CORTNER; William. James Knox Polk m Martha C. INGLE 1868 moved to Madison Co., AL @1888. Could Smith ARNOLD be Wilson’s father? Smith married Margaret’s mother; Elizabeth BLACKWELL SHARP in their later years. All living in Bedford Co, TN according to 1850 census. Would like to correspond with desc. Will gladly exchange info.

Larry Popplewell Mon Aug 25 19:47:22 1997
I am a descendent (gr-gr grandson) of William HEASLETT,a Bedford Cty pioneer in 1810.I would like a contact that I may call. My gr-mother was Mary Emma (Mamie), daughter of John R. HEASLETT who moved to Texas. I have a small blurb from a book by J.L. Hutson,”Old Times In Bedford County”, pages 19 & 20. Thanks for your help. Larry Popplewell

Marilyn Rawls Mon Aug 25 17:53:40 1997
Seeking information on Willis AUSTIN. He was born around 1786, died around 1835. They lived on Flat Creek. He was married to eleanor (Nelly) BURROW, daughter of mary & william Burrow from North Carolina. Their children were william bryant Austin, elijah Austin, amzie Austin & henry R. Austin. In the 1830 census they were in Bedford Co. This area appears to have become apart of Lincoln Co. Eleanor is listed in Lincoln Co in 1850.

Karen Jerles Sun Aug 24 12:17:53 1997
I am looking for Abner (Absolem) DYE b. Oct 1834. He married Louisa ?. They had six children that I know of. 1) Elizabeth b. 10 Jun 1855, married Samuel JONES, 2) Joseph b. 1858, married Jennie THRONEBERRY, 3) Frances b. abt 1862, 4) Mary b. abt 1864, 5) Laura b. abt 1873, married William BELL,, and Will b. Mar 1875, married Emma THRONEBERRY . Abner and Louisa were living in Coffee Co., in 1870 and Bedford Co. in 1880. Their daughter Elizabeth Dye Jones and her husband Samuel raised about 12 children in Bedford Co. They are buried in Bethany Cemetery on Riley Creek Rd., in Coffee Co. Elizabeth’s brother, Will Dye, and his wife Emma, had at least 5 children. They moved to AL sometime between 1911- 1920. Anyone knowing any information about any of the names mentioned above, please reply. Thank you so much.

Karen Jerles Sat Aug 23 18:19:35 1997
I am looking for information on James MAY and his wife, Harriet Amanda (Cagle?). James was born abt. 1835 and died before 1900. They had seven children but I do not know the names of all of them. I do know they had a son named James Henry MAY, who was called Bud. He was born abt 1858 and d. 6 Dec 1927 in Nashville, TN. He married Mary Jane Frances KENDRICKS on 23 Aug 1879. Bud MAY is buried in Tullahoma, TN. James and Harriet MAY also had a daughter names Sarah Frances MAY. She was born 20 Sept 1860 and died 18 May 1945. She married James L.D. FULLER in Coffee Co. on 7 Oct 1875. They had 7 or 8 children. Sarah and James are buried in Green Cemetery in Bedford Co., TN. I would appreciate any information you can provide on any of the above mentioned names. Thank you .

Karen Jerles Sat Aug 23 18:10:15 1997
I am looking for information on the GROOMS family. My great grandfather was Thomas A. GROOMS. He was born 20 Sept 1865 and died 4 June 1941. He married Lula Belle FULLER. I believe that Thomas’ parents were Thomas GROOMS and Elizabeth JOHNSON. I’m not sure about the maiden name of Johnson. I do know that Thomas was about 40 years older than Elizabeth. They married in 1860 and he died before 1870. On the 1870 Bedford Co. Census, Elizabeth has remarried Albert JOHNSON and there are three children listed: 1) Poley, b.abt 1862, 2) Thomas, b. 1865, and 3) William, b. May 1870. I would greatly appreciate hearing from anyone having any leads or information on this family. Thank you.

Kim Jones Sat Aug 23 03:47:32 1997
James Spencer FLOYD Looking for info on James Spencer FLOYD. Faught for Union Army in Civil War. Daughter is Jennie Spencer FLOYD of Flatcreek, TN born 12 Apr. 1863. I found a James Spencer FLOYD of Bedford TN, born 18 Mar 1837, married 2 Jan 1862, and died 18 Jun 1863. His wife was Martha M SHOFNER. I am not sure if this is the right person and need verification. Thank you.

Joyce (Furgerson) Wilson Fri Aug 22 06:05:53 1997
Am searching for information on my ggrandparents, JOHN WESLEY FURGERSON (Ferguson, Fergason, etc.) AND MAHULDIA (BRUCE) FURGERSON. Census records indicate they were born in Tennessee. Their first child was born in Tennessee in 1840; it can be assumed they were married sometime around 1838. A fifth child was born in 1851 in Tennessee, and their sixth child was born in 1854 in Hopkins County, Ky. Therefore, they left Tennessee sometime between 1851 and 1854. In the 1830 and 1840 census of Bedford County there are Furgersons and bruces living in near proximity. I am wondering whether any of these families were a part of our John and Mahuldia. ANY INFORMATION WOULD BE MOST GREATFULLY APPRECIATED.

C.B.BULLOCK Thu Aug 21 14:26:36 1997
I NEED INFORMATION ON A WILLIAM W. BULLOCK AND HIS WIFE MARY STEM. THEY MOVED FROM GRANVILLE CO., N.C. TO BEDFORD CO., TENN. BEFORE MOVING ONTO MISSOURI. THERE ARE OTHER MEMBERS OF THIS FAMILY WHO SETTLED IN TENNESSEEN PRICELLA BULLOCK-WEST TENNESSEE MARIA BULLOCK- DIED IN BEDFORD CO IN 1835 ALSO LIVED IN WEAKLEY ISAAC P. BULLOCK WIFE WINNIFRED OSLEN. MOVED TO BEDFORD CO IN 1834 SOLOMON R. BULLOCK DIED IN TENNESSEE LEONARD BULLOCK B. 2/25/1806 IN BEDFORD CO. DIED 5/19/1855/CHAPEL HILL, TENN. WIFE WAS ANN OGILVIE JOSHUA BULLOCK LIVED IN HENRY CO. TENN. MARY JANE BULLOCK HUSBAND WAS WILSON GRAVES- MOVED TO BEDFORD CO TN ON WEAKLEY CREEK SALLY (DOLLY) BULLOCK B. 9/9/1796 MOVED TO CHAPEL HILL TENN. MARRIED 11/2/1813 GRANVILLE CO N.C. DIED 4/12/1856 NEAR PARIS, TENN. MARRIED JAMES STEM

Neale Sorrels Thu Aug 21 11:13:32 1997
Am seeking information on a THOMAS SORRELS, who received a Revolutionary War Land Grant(NC #2961) of 640 acres in Bedford, Co. TN on 8/19/1807. Said property was deeded to his heirs on 8/22/1815. Who were the heirs? The property was located on the waters of Rock Creek of the Duck River, Section #5, Range #2. I believe that my Great-grandfather WILLIAM SORRELS may have been born there on 1/28/1823 . Any information on these folks would be appreciated. Thank you. Neale Sorrels 1314 N.W. Conklin Ave. Grants Pass, OR 97526 jpd [at] cdsnet [dot] net

Linda Howard Isbell Tue Aug 19 17:27:42 1997
Robert REED b 1793 in Shelbyville, Bedford Co., TN, m Elizabeth GENTRY, who was blind. They had 12 children. Robert is the son of William and Judith REED. William was b 1763 in NC.

Penny Dennis Holmes Tue Aug 19 10:29:45 1997
WATSON, James A. born 1818-Moore Co. Tn–possbile sibling is Mathew W. WATSON b. 1820 d. 1891 Flat Creek Bedford Tn– this Mathew is shown as son of John WATSON b. 1763 PA marr. Elizabeth Whitmore. This John is shown as son of John WATSON Sr. b 1728 PA. Could anyone help me out? I do not have access to Tn records without a good drive. Could someone check a census record for 1820 Moore Co to see is there is a John Watson family listed- should have a son about 2 at that time and maybe others. Just need some confirmation that I might be in the right area and the right family. James might have been in the Moore Co are up thru 1840’s. I have him marrying in 1844–prob. in Alabama.

Sarah Parmley Tue Aug 19 04:29:17 1997
I am looking for the ancestors of John Reese/Reece born Oct.25,1827in Tn. I found the family on the 1870 census of Shelbyville, Bedfprd Co., Tn. John Reese married Millie Jame O’NMeal in Tn. He died in Saline Co., Ill. on Nov 4,1876. They had 6 daughters. Millie may be the 2nd wife. I will share any information I have.

Jamie Harris Mon Aug 18 21:46:50 1997
JOHNS. Clement JOHNS Bedford County land deed page 232, and 442. Also relationship of Edmund G. JOHNS and Clement R. JOHNS.

Suzanne Forester Stein Wed Aug 13 18:56:06 1997
Looking for gr.gr.great grandparents. Daniel DAVIS (dob circa 1782-1850) married Elizabeth DAVIDSON(dob1782-before1850). married in Rutherford Co.12-9-1803. Son Zachariah DAVIS born near Duck River near Shelbyville in 1804. Also Isaac and Margaret SHINAULT who had a daughter Rosanna (dob June 15,1803-Nov 13, 1880) The SHINAULT family lived in Hardeman County in 1829. These three families moved from NC into Davidson Co in 1795. They settled on Rock Creek, a tributary of Duck River. Any help would be appreciated.

Dean Gilliam Huddleston Sun Aug 10 20:33:04 1997
GARRETT / WILSON – Johnson Harris GARRETT b. ca. 1805, md. Belinda WILSON abt. 1829. Who were their parents? They lived in Bedford County, Tn. Can you help? thanks in advance. Dean Gilliam Huddleston E-mail dean625 [at] aol [dot] com

Lois Cole Laudie Sat Aug 9 21:08:46 1997
Looking for siblings of John COLE of Bedford Co, born 1799,who married Ruth CONNER about 1820. John was the son of William Buckingham COLE and Martha COTTINGHAM.

Phil Stewart Fri Aug 8 18:37:50 1997
I am looking for infomation on GIDEON HARMON joined the W TN Vol as a mounted infantry 1812 at Shelbyville. Wounded later moved to MS. Believed he moved to TN from Tazewell VA. D 1871

Cyrus C Dodd Fri Aug 8 12:12:28 1997
would like information on marcus dodd of bedford co.who was married to polly wilson. Need to know about his son david dodd and his family.