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Blount County, Tennessee Queries
Hafley
Date: March 1998
Email: Doug Anderson
Other inquires by Doug Anderson
Comments:
Trying to establish link to father of Pleasant HAFLEY b. 1815 TN and moved to Morgan Co., AL about 1830 where he married Minerva WINTON b. KY 1815. Think he is the son of John H. HAFLEY of Blount Co. Will exchange information.
Foster, Mathes
Date: March 1998
Email: Pat Ross
Other inquires by Pat Ross
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Looking for parents of Samuel FOSTER, b.abt. 1845. Was farmer in Blount Co. Married Margaret MATHES and moved to Coffee Co. where he died 1889. Daughters were Pearl and Queen who were raised in Maryville by Blackburn ROSS. Thankful for any help.
Griffin
Date: March 1998
Email: Carolyn WOLFE-HOFFMAN
Other inquires by Carolyn WOLFE-HOFFMAN
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Looking for the name of the wife of David GIFFIN. David GIFFIN was born about 1785 in TN. He lived with his wife and three children in Blount Co., TN. The children were Melinda H. GIFFIN (KIDD), David GIFFIN, Jr., Eliza Jane GIFFIN (HENDERSON).
Smith, Blankenship
Date: March 1998
Email: Dusty Smith
Other inquires by Dusty Smith
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Searching A.J. Smith, who wed Mary Blankenship in Blount Co. Tn. in 1858. They are believed to have moved on to Kingsport, Tn and Kentucky. At the time of this marriage, A.J. is 42 and Mary is 24 indicating that the children listed on 1860 census may be b
y another mother. Children are Laffayet, James, Nancy Ann, John and William Henry. My great grandfather is William Henry Smith and whether this is the right one or not I cannot nail down yet. William Henry died late(presumed to have died Sullivan Co. Tn.)
1894, early 1895 leaving behind wife Sallie and 5 kids Sallie pregnant w/6th child. I am hoping that A.J. is father of my Wm, but I am not sure of mother. Need to track this family to try and find out. Thanks in advance for any assistance.
Wheeler, Barnett, Stokes
Date: March 1998
Email: Carolyn Wheeler Ghys
Other inquires by Carolyn Wheeler Ghys
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I'm looking for the parents of Jackson and Alexander Wheeler. There mother may have been born in KY. Jackson was supposedly born in Blount co. tenn. around l917. The mother was a Stokes during her first marriage, then the Wheeler children, then married De
alson Barnett of Tenn. The Wheeler brother moved to Pope county Arkansas around l840??? Please we need some clues.....thank You
Turk, Thompson
Date: March 1998
Email: Ann B. Chambless
Other inquires by Ann B. Chambless
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Who were parents of MARY (POLLY) TURK, born December 1788, died September 20, 1821, BURIED NEW PROVIDENCE CEMETERY, Maryville, TN? MARY (POLLY) TURK married JAMES TURK (1777-1835) circa 1808. What is her connection to ANDREW THOMPSON? She named a son Andr
ew Thompson Turk, born August 1814, died November 1815,buried next to his mother and Turk grandparents in New Providence Cemetery.James Turk, Polly's husband, was the son of THOMAS and ANN RHEA TURK, Jr.
Arney, Carpenter
Date: March 1998
Email: Clarence Lee
Other inquires by Clarence Lee
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Mary Kiser Carpenter, wife of Thomas , and daughter of Adam Kiser died in Blount Co 1884. I wolud like to know if she was there in 1880 and if the 1880 census listed the birthplace of her father. Benjamine Franklin Anrey Died in Blount Co after 1880. Ditt
above on request. I am descended from brothers of these two families form Lincoln Co NC and before that Pa.Thanks
Harvey, Tallent
Date: March 1998
Email: Matthew Webb
Other inquires by Matthew Webb
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Am researching the descendants of Michael HARVEY and his wife Sarah TALLENT. They were married 10 Nov 1829 in Blount Co TN. They had four children: Martha born 1830 James born 1832 Clark born 1838 Sarah A. E. born 1847. Any information on michael Harvey a
nd his descendants would be greatly appreciated. Thank you. Matt
Evans, Creswell, Allison, Ruple
Date: March 1998
Email: Terry Fregly
Other inquires by Terry Fregly
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Searching for information on the Descendants of Henry CRESSWELL (1720-1776) in Abingdon, VA. Children of HENRY CRESSWELL and REBECCA are : ANN (1768-1861) m.Joseph EVANS, ANDREW m. DOROTHY EVANS, JEAN m. Joseph EVANS, POLLY CRESSWELL, HENRY b. 1766.
I have traced this family through the census from 1830-1880 and they have some association with Emanuel Ruple and migrated with The Allisson family. Elizabeth ALLISON'S father was (theory) Thomas ALLISON, who died in Lowndes Co MS in 1837. He was from Smi
th CO, TN the son of Joseph ALLISON.
Can any one help me with these families I will share information Terrance H Fregly P O Box 3886 Tallahassee, FL 3231-3886 E-Mail tfregly@worldnet.att.net
Henry
Date: March 1998
Email: Cyndie Broussard Dupuis
Other inquires by Cyndie Broussard Dupuis
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Looking for information on Samuel HENRY, b. 1762, settled at Baker's Creek, Blount Co. Tennessee. Married to Polly ?. Died 1824.
Taylor, Cook
Date: March 1998
Email: Robert Taylor
Other inquires by Robert Taylor
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I am trying to locate any information possible on JAMES TAYLOR born Jan. 30,1769 in Culpeper County,Va. Died March 19,1846 in Blount Co, Tn. Married Susannah Cook April 21,1780 in Wilkes County,NC I think she is buried in Blount Co,Tn. Children are Will
iam 1797-1798)John 1780-1805)Susannah 1781-1810)Pleasent 1781-1810)Nancy Abt.1786)Benjamin August 11,1788)Phebe Abt.1790)Charles Abt. 1795)Randolph August 20,1796)Joshua Abt.1802.Any infomation will be greatly appreciated.I will share any info that I have
.Thanks,Robert Tatlor 46 West Carriage Dr.,Birmingham,Al. 35214.
Maxvill, Maxwell, Hutsell, Maxville
Date: March 1998
Email: Ann Maxvill
Other inquires by Ann Maxvill
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Looking for information about William H. Maxvill (Maxwell) 1839-1864, married Margaret Ellen Hutsell, 1833-1902. Looking for Willima's father and mother, brothers and sisters. He was from Knox Co., Margaret was from Blount Co. Through the years, the name
has been spelled Maxvill and then a few years later show up as Maxwell, then back to Maxvill. Thanks. Ann Maxvill Ozark, MO
Chandler, Sellers
Date: March 1998
Email: Eldon J. Edgin
Other inquires by Eldon J. Edgin
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My great great grandfather, Joseph Thomas CHANDLER was born in Grainger CO., TN in 1821. He married Amie Ann SELLERS in GRAINGER CO., TN in 1843. He served in the Confederate Army from Grainger CO. and was seriously wounded. He died in Blount CO., TN in 1
868 as a result of his war wounds. I believe he was related to the other CHANDLER families in Blount CO
Thompson, Neil, Wallace, McCallie
Date: March 1998
Email: Donna Thompson Milam
Other inquires by Donna Thompson Milam
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Looking for info on Alexander THOMPSON of Blount County abt 1800-1820. Married to Elizabeth NEAL/ NEIL/NEEL. Daughter Sarah(Sally) married Archibald MCCALLIE. Son Wm married Margaret WALLACE in IL. Looking for other children of Alexander/Elizabeth: Polie
Ann, Margaret, John, Alexander,and Rachel.
Porter, Hargis
Date: March 1998
My Email: Brickey Nuchols
Other inquires by Brickley Nuckols
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I would like some information on Catherine Jane Hargis, b.12-12-1855,
d.11-27-1938, who married John Porter on 1-23-1881. I have found that Jane's parents were Samuel Hargis and a woman named Mary, who is suspected to be Mary Pike. If you could help me ith this, I would appreciate it.
McClanahan, Russell
Date: March 1998
My Email: Brickey Nuchols
Other inquires by Brickley Nuckols
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I am wanting some information on Catherine RUSSELL who married Matthew
McCLANAHAN on 5-13-1849. They had eight children named Mary, Rebecca, William, Martha, Tennessee, Sally, Benjamin Franklin, and David. I want to know who Catherine and Matthew's ance torsd were. Thanks.
Taylor
Date: March 1998
My Email: J. Edward Taylor
Other inquires by J. Edward Taylor
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Looking for amy information on a CAULFOLD{or CAULFIELD] TAYLOR who was in Blount County in the very early 1800`s. I think he was a brother to my g,g,grandfather, William Lewis TAYLOR.
Best, Hamilton, Miller, Tallent, Teague, West, Yoder
Date: March 1998
My Email: Jack Teague
Other inquires by Jack Teague
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MILLER,SMITH Help!!! Lost my g.g.grandfather Julius MILLER born abt 1822. He married Mary Smith b. July 28,1822, who was born in Cabarris County, NC. They married 9/6/1844. He may have been a Justice of the Peace. He left for Grayson County, TX in Sept 18
73 by wagon. e may have reached TX late 1873 or early 1874. Remaining family here would like to know what happened to him and the children that went with him. He had a lot of kids: James A., Elizabeth, William Taylor, John B., Sarah J., Nancy C., Mary Lue
, Susie, and ozie?. Any help would be appreciated. Also researching TEAGUE, TALLENT, YODER, BEST and WEST lines.
Upshaw
Date: March 1998
My Email: Ted Brooke
Other inquires by Ted Brooke
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Researching UPSHAW in Blount Co, TN. Could some please check the two books of Blount County deed abstracts for any UPSHAW reference, before I purchase them,to verify there are UPSHAWs in them before I buy them? Thank you, someone.
White, Colter, Norton
Date: March 1998
My Email: June D. Brown
Other inquires by June D. Brown
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Who are the parents of Richard Jasper WHITE who was born in TN ca 1824 and married Elvira HAGLER on 3 Feb 1847 in Monroe Co? I find two interesting Blount Co. Wills. According to the Will of Alexander NORTON dated 24 Sep 1834, his daughter Nancy WHITE has
a "difficult situation." Then the Will of John W. COLTER dated 2 Nov 1854 bequeaths land to Nancy WHITE, James White, Enos White, Elisabeth C. White, Jasper WHITE, and Mary White. Is this Nancy White my Richard
Jasper White's mother. Who was the father? Can anyone clarify Nancy's "difficult situation" for me.
Tipton, Wheeler
Date: March 1998
My Email: June D. Brown
Other inquires by June D. Brown
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Who are the parents of Phebe TIPTON b. 1823 TN who married 25 Dec 1843 in Blount Co. Newton WHEELER? I have been unable to determine just which of the many TIPTON families in Blount Co. that Phebe belongs to. Children of Newton and Phebe WHEELER, all born
in Blount Co: Harried b. 1844; Caswell b. 1845; Caroline b. 31 Aug 1848; Christina b. 1851; John b. 1853; Porter b. 1856; and Malissa b. 1858. Caroline Wheeler married George Thomas Linginfelter on 31 Jul 1867. She d.29 Apr 1889 and is buried in the Midd
esettlements Cem.
Smith
Date: March 1998
My Email: June D. Brown
Other inquires by June D. Brown
Comments:
Seek information about Alfred SMITH b. ca 1825. One census says he was born in TN, another says NC. Alfred Smith married 11 Apr 1847 in Blount Co. Rebecca ANDERSON. Alfred had a brother named Hiram SMITH who was b. 1818 in NC. Hiram was living in Alfred's
household on 1880 census in Blount Co. Alfred's wife Rebecca died 5 Feb 1886 age 60 and is buried in the Holston Cemetery but I did not locate a gravesite for Alfred. Also living in Blount Co. was Benjamin Smith and his wife Elizabeth. Were they Alfred's
arents? Benjamin, age 75 and Elizabeth, age 69 are on the 1860 census for Blount Co. with a Louisville P.O., but I've been unable to located any gravesite for them. Does anyone know about these 2 families?
Smith, Miller
Date: March 1998
My Email: June D. Brown
Other inquires by June D. Brown
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Who were the parents of William MILLER, b. abt 1846 in TN? He married 20 Dec 1866 in Roane Co. Nancy Jane SMITH. Children of William and Nancy Jane (Smith)MILLER, born in Blount Co., were: George Washington b. 30 Nov 1867; Sarah Elizabeth b. 18 Apr 1869;
Johnnie b. 5 Oct 1872; Mary Margaret (Molly) b. 20 Feb 1874; James Frankie b. 9 Feb 1877; William b. 30 Aug 1878; Elbert Walter b. 6 Oct 1879; Arther b. Oct 1882; Fred Edward b. Nov 1886; and James Porter b. 20 Dec 1889.
Smith, Anderson
Date: March 1998
My Email: June D. Brown
Other inquires by June D. Brown
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Who were the parents of Rebecca ANDERSON who married in Blount Co. 11 Apr 1847 Alfred SMITH? Rebecca Anderson was born in TN ca 1826. Was she a daughter of one of the James Anderson's who were living in Blount Co. around that time? Children, all born in
B ount Co., of Alfred and Rebecca (Anderson) SMITH were: Nancy Jane b. Mar 1846 (marr. William Miller 20 Dec 1866); Tennessee b. 1849; Sarah b. 1857; Mary b. 1862; William b. 1866; Martha b. 1870. There may have been other children. Rebecca (Anderson) Smi
th died 5 Feb 1866 age 60 and is buried in the Holston Cemetery near Friendsville Pike in Blount Co.
Liford, Willis, Acuff
Date: March 1998
My Email: Rae Willis
Other inquires by Rae Willis
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Mattie C. LIFORD-WILLIS-ACUFF was born in Lone Mountain in 1883. She had two sons, Clarence Reuben WILLIS(4/00)and Carl Raeburn WILLIS(6/04). Clarence was a logger in Claiborne County at the time of his death in 1959. He is said to have been divorced and
to not know who his father was according to the death certificate respondent, one Ott Walker. There is a WILLIS log yard in Blountville. I am looking for any information available about Mattie LIFORD and Clarence WILLIS and the father of Clarence and Carl
possibly William L. WILLIS.
Brown, Beatty, Farmer, Parris
Date: March 1998
My Email: Debi Busch
Other inquires by Debi Busch
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I am searching the surnames of BROWN, FARMER, BEATTY, and PARRIS (PEARIS). Joseph B. BROWN married Seneth FARMER in Blount County, TN appr. 1843. He was the son of Joseph BROWN. I am seeking addtional information about his BROWN family and additional gene
ratins for Seneth (Asenith)FARMER.
Teague, Best
Date: March 1998
My Email: Ella Jo Keller
Other inquires by Ella Jo Keller
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Henry H. TEAGUE m. Mary Ann Best in 1865 Blount Co. Tn. Children: William, Charlie, Mary Jane, and Kitty Ann I would like to know more about this family and if Henry was in 1870 Cens. of Blount. Thanks, Ella
Snider
Date: March 1998
My Email: Mike Snider
Other inquires by Mike Snider
Comments:
Looking to share information with all Snider researchers in Blount Co., My family in the Blount/Monroe Co. area in late 1700's and early 1800's. We are currently planning on having the 2nd Snider Heritage Reunion in Blount Co. the 2nd week of June, 1999 A
ll Snider descendants and researchers are welcome!
Simpson, Beaty
Date: March 1998
My Email: Jon Cherney
Other inquires by Jon Cherney
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I am looking for information on William Simpson and Sarah Beaty. They were married in Blount co. on Sept 21, 1802 and had a son Robert Beaty Simpson on Oct 3, 1803.
Yount, Yant
Date: March 1998
My Email: Mary Frances Smith
Other inquires by Mary Frances Smith
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Would like to share inf. re: Peter YOUNT and his descendents who moved from NC to Blount Co. TN after 1810. Name may also be spelled YANT.
McAfee
Date: March 1998
My Email: Brenda \
Other inquires by Brenda
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Looking for any information on the McAFEE family in this area early 1800's, I have alot of information, just need to try and piece it all together....If you are researching or have this name present in your line, even if it is only a small branch contact
e so we can compare notes....thanks kybrenda@aol.com Is there a Blount Co Rootweb...like for Lincoln County.
Rhea, Stephens, Cameron, Blair
Date: March 1998
My Email: Polly Dixon
Other inquires by Polly Dixon
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Searching for information on Capt. Jehu STEPHENS, whose daughter Mary m. Robert "Bobbie" RHEA, JR, Rev. War and War of 1812 soldier. Robert and Mary lived "Pleasant Valley," near Maryville and are buried in Chilhowee Primitive Baptist
Church Cemetery, Bl unt Co. Is Jehu STEPHENS related to HENRY STEPHENS who settled in Monroe Co., TN about 1820? Am hoping someone can help me on this!
Samuel, Chapman
Date: March 1998
My Email: John Chapman
Other inquires by John Chapman
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I am looking for information on Samuel Chapman (b. ~1860 married Sarah Tolbert. They had seven children. Their children's name were Mary, Minnie, Lula, Dave, Charlie William and George. They lived in Blount Co.
Campbell
Date: March 1998
My Email: Debbie Purnell
Other inquires by Debbie Purnell
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Am researching CAMPBELL line of my family from Blount Co. Am looking for info. on John H. Campbell. b.) 1830-37, d.) 1865 on Sultana. m.) to Mary E. Grindstaff. Was in Co.A, 3rd Reg., TN Cav. would like to learn who his parents were.
Campbell, Neal
Date: March 1998
My Email: Debbie Purnell
Other inquires by Debbie Purnell
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I am researching my family from Blount Co. James NEAL b. 1852, d.) 1917 m.(1.) Mary Pedigo 2.) Lucinda McDonnell Father's name: Thomas NEEL,
Ketchum
Date: March 1998
My Email: Jerry Johnston
Other inquires by Jerry Johnston
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Searching for info on family tht includes Ezekiel Ketchum b. 1817, Roane Co., Tn.; son of Joseph Ketchum; son of Edward Ketchum. Family lived in Blount Co., Tn.
Williams, Parsons
Date: March 1998
Email: Rose Ferguson
Other inquires by Rose Ferguson
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I am researching AMAZINE M WILLIAMS. Amazine married HOLDEN RUSSELL PARSONS in 1846 in Blount Co. TN. They had two children: Charles C.born around 1847 (or John C., depending on the census) and Nancy, born around 1850. Amazine died between 1850 and 185 .
Any help would be greatly appreciated.
Waddell, McClure, Hammontree, Humphries
Date: March 1998
Email: Jerry N. Waddell
Other inquires by Jerry N. Waddell
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We are searching for the parents of Thomas Young WADLE (WADDELL) who m. Elizabeth HUMPHRIES in Blounty County, Tn. in 1826. We think the identity of the Amy, James and Nancy, listed in this household in the 1850 Blount Co Census and known not to be childr
en of Thomas and Elizabeth, might help in leading us to Thomas' parents, whom we believe may be John Waddell Jr. & Miss Blanchard(Blanchert) of Cocke Co, Tn.
Thompson, McCallie
Date: March 1998
Email: DONNA MILAM
Other inquires by DONNA MILAM
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Looking for ALEXANDER & ELIZABETH NEAL THOMPSON & family. Family in 1830 census for Blount Co.TN. Daughter, SARAH, mrd ARCHIBALD MCCALLIE IN 1821. Other children: JOHN, ALEXANDER, RACHEL, MARGARET, POLIE ANN, WILLIAM A. SARAH b.1798 in NC and WILL
IAM b.1816 in TN.Would like info on any family members. Some of the family moved to Indiana then Illino s after 1830. WILLIAM mrd MARGARET WALLACE b. TN, daughter of BENJAMIN & RACHEL NEIL WALLACE in IL in 1839.
Neiman, Nieman, Thomas
Date: March 1998
E-Mail:Bettye Heinrich
Other Queries by Bettye Heinrich
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NEIMAN/NIEMAN- Elizabeth b 1787 in Blount CO TN. Who were her parents? Jacob Nieman d. in 1801 in Maryville, Blount CO, TN - could he have been her father? THOMAS, Jacob m.Elizabeth Neiman abt 1812 in Blount CO TN - I have not found a marriage record to p
rove this. Jacob and Elizabeth had 4 children: Ester bc 1812, Mary Polly m. James Ervin, Wilson, and Catherine b. 1819 m. __ Waller (all assumed to have been born in Blount CO). This family lived in Blount CO, then said to have moved to Monroe Co Tn in th
e 1820s, and moved to Bradley CO Tn abt 1840 where Thomas died in 1855 and Elizabeth was alive in 1876 living with daughter Catherine. If you have any data on this family please contact me as I am stymied. Regards, Bettye
McNelley
Date: March 1998
E-Mail:Linda Anderson
Other Queries by Linda Anderson
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Robert McNELLEY born May 10, 1820 Blount County. I have all later info - can't find any record of parent's names, marriage, etc. Would appreciate any help or suggestions. 21821 Colt Road, Leavenworth, WA 98826
Rolston, Milsap, Millsaps
Date: March 1998
E-Mail:F Wilson
Other Queries by F Wilson
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Jared B MILSAP (MILLSAPS) married Jane Rolston. His wife and two children lived with Mrs Winniford Smith in Blount Co Tenn on Litle River in 1835. Jared B MILSAP was born in 1910. Seeking any information on his family of eight brothers and three sisters f
rom Haywood Co NC. Thanks
Farner
Date: March 1998
E-Mail:Lorene Fort
Other Queries by Lorene Fort
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John FARNER, born Aug 1829/1830 in TN, married Susannah/Susan before 1850. We believe he may be from Blount Co. because of the town named FARNER. We need parents and/or siblings. John had 22 children by 2 wives so there are many people interested in this
line.
Date: March 1998
E-Mail:John R. Hall
Other Queries by John R. Hall
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John LOWE born 1791 in Blount Co m. Nancy Agness GREEN born 1793. He moved to IL in 1818. Appreciate any info on John or Nancy. Thank you, John Hall
Snider
Date: March 1998
E-Mail:Frank Snider
Other Queries by Frank Snider
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Interested in corresponding with anyone researching SNIDER in early Blount Co. My great great grandfather, William Thomas SNIDER, lived in Blount Co from 1814 or earlier to 1841. Interested in all SNIDER FROM this era.
Brewster
Date: March 1998
E-Mail:Jamie Joyce
Other Queries by Jamie Joyce
Comments:
Who are parents and ancestors of WILLIAM PINCKNEY BREWSTER? WILLIAM PINCKNEY BREWSTER was born Abt 1818, and died in ,Blount,TN. He married MECHA HIX 6 Aug 1835 in ,Franklin,GA.
Children of WILLIAM BREWSTER and MECHA HIX are: JOSIAH SHERIDAN BREWSTER, WASHINGTON BREWSTER, MARTHA EVALINE BREWSTER,& HARVEY BREWSTER.
Thank you for any help. Jamie Joyce (JoyceUPH1@kimbanet.com)
Burchfield, Birchfield
Date: March 1998
E-Mail:ROBERT BURCHFIELD
Other Queries by Robert Burchfield
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Seeking copy of The Families of Cades Cove by A. Randolph Shields. Copyright 1981 by Davis Printing Co. Maryville TN
Adams
Date: March 1998
E-Mail:Mike Adams
Other Queries by Mike Adams
Comments:
Looking for information on ancestors of William R Adams b. 5/14/1817 m. Nancy Burchfield. They lived in Blount Co.
Darnbush, Dukes, Hubbard
Date: March 1998
E-Mail:Jo
Other Queries by Jo
Comments:
Interested in making contact with anyone researching DARNBUSH, DUKES, HUBBARD surnames.
Ogle, Hitch
Date: March 1998
EMail:Jeff Bailey
Other Queries by Jeff Bailey
Comments:
Seeking information on Lillie Virginia OGLE and William A. HITCH. Lillie Virginia Ogle was born in TN in 1863. I don't know who her parents were, or where her family lived, but I believe they lived in Blount Co. In 1880 she married William A. HITCH of Mar
yville, Blount Co, TN. In TN they had 6 kids, and abt 1897 they moved to Guymon, OK. Lillie Virginia (Jennie) OGLE was my great-grandmother, and she died in 1930 in Guymon.
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