Clay County, Tennessee Queries

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HOGAN

i am looking for any informatio about MARCUS P HOGAN. his son was JAMES K HOGAN,dob 2-23-1847. i would thankful for any informatio. my email in grannyc133@yahoo.com thanks claire thompson.
claire thompson -- p.o. box 133, archibald, LA 71218
grannyc133@yahoo.com
Submitted on Sun Nov 27 20:50:30 CST 2005


TIPTON

I am researching the line of Cisley O'Briant Tipton. He would go by the name of Bryant instead of Cisley. He was born abt 1828 and married Louisa Patrick and lived in Clay County Tn. I have information from Cisley to present, but I cannot find information backwards. I have verbal information that would link him to Jonathan Tipton from England. I do have information that Cisley and Louisa are buried in Westmoreland Tennessee, but I haven't fould out what cemetery they are in. any help would be appreciated. Thank you.
Pam Young
p_young22@msn.com
Submitted on Sat Nov 26 07:30:26 CST 2005


DAVIS

I am searching for any information on Daniel DAVIS. The only information that I have is taken from 1880 Arkansas census records. Born in Tennessee appx. 1835. He married Mary J. ? His mother and father are both listed as being born in Tennessee Children in 1880: Virginia Davis 11 Born MO. Andrew J. Davis 5 Born AR. Laura B. Davis 2 Born AR. Does anyone have this family? Thanks! Shawna
Shawna Gay
shawna@ridgecrestdesigns.com
Submitted on Mon Nov 21 16:58:47 CST 2005


RAY

Jody Davage RAY lived in Memphis within seing distance of where Graceland is now. Jody Davage Ray lived about where the tourism building is now. I don't even know a old address, dob, all i know is he died aroung 1970. His dad's name was Luther Ray. He had a wooden"peg" leg. He was known as "Peg Ray"
Rebecca Madison
mizmadison@yahoo.com
Submitted on Mon Nov 14 14:58:10 CST 2005


WHITE

my GGG Grandfthr, Allen White came to Haywood county before 1840. He was in that census and appears in land deals in old deed books as far back as Feb 6, 1837 when he bought 51 acres from Alexander Henry. He lived with his daughter Elleanor, who had married a William Rhodes and appears in the 1870 census as 83 years old, living with that family. He came from Bertie county, N.C. and had 9 children by his first wife Elizabeth, including my GG Grandfather, Peter Doss White, who fought in the 47th TN Inf in the civil war.. He may have married again to a Mary Polly Clark.
Sam Thompson
SamAThompson@aol.com
Submitted on Wed Oct 12 13:03:48 CDT 2005


DAVIS, GREEN, MASSEY, ETHRIDGE

Always looking for any information on the listed families,In the area of Clay, Macon, Jackson counties in Tennessee. Also Monroe County Kentucky.
David L. Davis -- 6609 Moorhampton Dr., Louisville, KY 40228-1260
dldavis@iglou.com
Submitted on Sat Sep 24 14:33:11 CDT 2005


TYLER

I am looking for information on my 3rd great grandfather, Daniel Russell Tyler. He was born in TN in 1814. I don't know where he was born in TN. I know he married a woman from GA and his 2nd wife was from Iuka, MS. Daniel and family eventually ended up in Craighead County, AR. Any suggestions on how to track his birth place and parents down would be greatly appreciated. Thanks
Doug Williams
patrainguy@juno.com
Submitted on Sat Sep 10 14:53:55 CDT 2005



MCCOLLUM

I am looking for anyone with information on Green Wells McCollum who migrated from Georgia or Alabama through central Tennessee in the 1870s or 18880s. He was thought to have settled in Southern Oklahoma or North Texas.
Frank McCollum -- teach1332@hotmail.com, Dallas, TX 75060
teach1332@hotmail.com
Submitted on Fri Sep 2 14:56:14 CDT 2005


GLIDEWELL/ DAVIS

Looking for the death date and gravesite for John C. GLIDEWELL born ca 1824 and married Ida Bell Davis. Also would like any information on Ida also. Any help would be appreciated. He lived in CLay Co., Tenn. Carol
Carol
TChris56@aol.com
Submitted on Tue Aug 30 22:06:41 CDT 2005


DAVIS;MCMURRY;POINDEXTER;HUMPHREY

Looking for Jonathan DAVIS b. about 1840 VA; Luther MCMURRY b. about 1876 KY; Fannie Louise POINDEXTER b. 1866 TN; and Minnie HUMPHREY listed as mother of Luther MCMURRY on his death certificate in Greene Co. IN
Margaret Trowbridge
cliff-margtrowbridge@insightbb.com
Submitted on Tue Aug 30 14:53:18 CDT 2005


ASHLOCK

i am trying to locate my family cemetery located in Pea Ridge at what i believe is the ASHLOCK church of christ according to a family tree book done on the decendants of francis palmer ASHLOCK who is my great great great grandfather. Thank you.
karen ashlock lanning -- po box 191, jerome, AZ 86331
karenjasp@peoplepc.com
Submitted on Sun Aug 28 14:29:16 CDT 2005


HICKS

I am looking for Oliver Hicks married to Permelia Smith. Both are said to be buried at turkeytown cem in clay co tn
John Hicks -- PO Box 371, Sweet Home, OR 97386
jwhicks@centurytel.net
Submitted on Fri Aug 26 15:26:38 CDT 2005


FITZGERALD

Looking for John King or Jabez (B-?) FITZGERALD and their families. Also interested in land and slave holdings...mostly in McMinn and Maury counties.
Sharon
sradabau@esu9.org
Submitted on Tue Aug 16 02:56:33 CDT 2005


MOSS

I am looking for parents/siblings of Martha Moss born 1858. She said she was from Moss, Tennessee.
Elaine Fowler Southerland -- 996 Storm Cloud Dr., Kingman, AZ 86409
efowler49@hotmail.com
Submitted on Wed Aug 10 16:27:22 CDT 2005


SEDRICK

Dates 1840-1848
Gerald Sedrick
navy01@intergate.com
Submitted on Mon Aug 8 10:14:03 CDT 2005


HAWKINS

Seeking information on any HAWKINS family which resided in the area that became Clay County. James HAWKINS was born 1818 and came to Indiana from Cumberland County, Kentucky. He stated in census records that he was born in Tennessee. Present day Clay county lies directly south of Cumberland County. Early records of Cumberland County list a Mathew and a William HAWKINS. Any help or suggestions would be greatly appreciated.
Brenda Evans
acesfan@evansville.net
Submitted on Sat Jul 30 19:05:56 CDT 2005


FULTON, MELTON, MILTON

I am desperately trying to find information on ANDREW FULTON, who married Mary Ann Melton In Clay county TN on Sept 6, 1873. Possible connections are Robert Milton who married Mollie Fulton (Feb 20, 1878) who may be a sister to Andrew. Also an R. Fulton married a Rachel Milton(Sept 6,1873) who may also be related to Robert Milton. Any info is appreciated.
Lyla
esrains@peoplepc.com
Submitted on Tue Jul 5 12:17:27 CDT 2005


GREEN, MCLERRAN

I am looking for info on my great great grandparents> George W Green & Permelia McLerran. I know that all their children were born in Moss, TN. Permelia was also born in Clay Co., Dec 02, 1877. George was born in KY but I believe he died in Clay Co.
Beth Brackney
missbrackney@hotmail.com
Submitted on Mon Jun 27 22:51:44 CDT 2005


TATE

I am looking for information about a "Tom Tate" and his wife "Joscie Hunt". They moved to Texas in the 1890's (as far as we can tell). They were in Tennessee at one point, because the 1900 & 1910 Census lists the childern's birthplace as TN.
Keith E. Tate
keithetate@yahoo.com
Submitted on Thu Jun 16 13:43:47 CDT 2005


TIDWELL

Looking for information on the death of Alec Tidwell who was shot at a voting house around 1916.
Tim Harper
timharper@peoplepc.com
Submitted on Sat Jun 11 17:17:16 CDT 2005


HAYES

I am looking for any information on George B. Hayes, born 17Dec1894 and Died 25Dec1950 in Celina. He is burried in Fitzgerald Cemetery. George's Parents were Milton G. (02Mar1862-26Apr1936) and and Millie Ann Harris (18Feb1865-06Feb1932)Hayes.
Glen Hayes
raistlin02_98@yahoo.com
Submitted on Thu Jun 9 08:51:15 CDT 2005


GALTON, & JOHNSON

David,& Sarah Galton were my Great,G, G Grandparents. Their Daughter Savina , married Wilson Johnson, he was my G,G Grandpa, they begot Willard Johnson, my Mothers Father.
Steve Hensley
clem7.27.84@comcast.net
Submitted on Wed Jun 8 14:23:15 CDT 2005


CHADWICK,SHADWICK,SHADRICK

Looking for any info on the above SURNAMES.
Roy Chadwick
cchadwick@wi.rr.com
Submitted on Sun May 15 09:50:41 CDT 2005


GIGOWSKI, GEGOWSKI, GIGOWSKY

any hits same or similar
Tom Gigowski
tgigowski@yahoo.com
Submitted on Thu May 12 17:31:26 CDT 2005


SELLS, MURRAY

Otis SELLS and Nellie MURRAY, Lillydale, Tennessee
Brandie Watson
brandiewatson1@yahoo.com
Submitted on Sat May 7 18:38:14 CDT 2005


DAVIS, GREEN, MASSEY, ETHRIDGE

I am just adding a new query to the Clay County messages. Also I have a new e-mail address. I am always looking for any information on the Robert Davis Line. I have been stuck on him for several years. Haven't been able to find any info about his parents. Someone suggested his father may have been Cherokee ? Also looking for the William Robert Green line. Also John Massey, And the Ethridge line.
David L Davis -- 6609 Moorhampton Dr, Louisville, KY 40228-1260
dldavis@iglou.com
Submitted on Sat Apr 30 11:12:30 CDT 2005


CRAVINS, FRAZIER

Jasper Cravins, Ellen Cravins, Taseral Frazier,
Claire Guerne -- 14006 132 nd Ave, Grand Haven, MI 49417
humbird30@hotmail.com
Submitted on Mon Apr 25 11:55:05 CDT 2005


DANIEL, DANIELS

Searching for the information for James C DANIEL he died after 1880 his wife Mary J. Need name of cemetery dates of birth and death on gravestone.
jeanetta gardner
rgjggard@aol.com
Submitted on Thu Apr 21 09:29:13 CDT 2005


SWINEY/SWEENEY/SWINNEY

Can anyone tell me if there is a family cemetery for the SWINEY/SWEENEY/SWINNEY family.Our gggrandfather was Jesse C. SWEENEY b.1876 d.between 1920/1930 He was the father of Colonel Thomas SWINEY b.1898 who is the father of Dewey C. SWINEY b.3-2-1924 in Wise Co. VA JESSE & THOMAS were born in Tenn probably Johnson Co,THOMAS is always found in census's as Colonel.JESSE was married to ELIZABETH ESTEEP.THOMAS was married to MINNIE GARLAND.And DEWEY was married to IRENE STRONG
Debbie Swiney
watsonswiney@yahoo.com
Submitted on Wed Apr 13 21:48:09 CDT 2005


WILBORN, RAWDING

Am searching for documentation of marriage for Maggie D. WILBORN (born 1873 in Lily Dale, TN, parents Robert & Doshia Wilborn) to James Howard RAWDING born approx. 1869/70 in Nova Scotia. Not sure which county they were married but know they relocated to Nashville, TN Appreciate any help!
Susie Rand
sfrand1@netzero.com
Submitted on Mon Apr 11 18:53:30 CDT 2005


COPAS

My great great grandfathern name was T. H Copas of the Oak Grove community in Clay county Tennessee. He had a daughter who married my Great Grand father Nathan Craighead. He (Copas) owned a farm there. Does anyone have knowledge where he got the farm. I have it traced back to 1900 when is daughter Nancy Craighead got it and cant get past that. The records must go back from there past 1870, when Clay county was formed. any info would be appreciated. I am doing this research for the Tennessee Century Farm Program and would like to go back as far as I can. dcraighead@twlakes.net
Dwayne Craighead
dcraighead@twlakes.net
Submitted on Fri Mar 18 18:09:46 CST 2005


JULIAN

I am looking for any information about the following individuals from the Bloomington Springs and Baxter areas of Putnam County, TN: 1) Robert F Julian b mid 1800s, 2) Fain Julian b mid 1800s, and 3) Lillie Julian b1887-d1981
Steve
samiller71@rocketmail.com
Submitted on Thu Mar 17 19:21:47 CST 2005


KENNEL, BUTLER

How did Kennel Hollow in Clay county get its name? It runs into Dry Fork near Butlers Landing.
Tim Freeman
thfree@pacbell.net
Submitted on Thu Mar 3 22:39:40 CST 2005


BROWN, WOODWARD

Looking for info on Joshua BROWN bc1814 in VA or Clay Co. TN; lived in Smith County; died c1859 in Macon County? Wife Mahala (Halie) WOODWARD bc1820 in VA or Clay Co. TN. Children: Nancy; Louis (Bud) b1840 m. Barthena APPLE; William (Hise) b1844 m. Jane HILL; Mary b1848 m. John MATHEWS; Pheriby; Robert m. Maggie then Belle; Sally Jane b1856 m. Joseph Payton SMITH; Harriet b1859 m. Alfred SMITH. Joshua may have come from "Buffalo" or "Buffalo Valley" TN or KY. Who were Joshua's or Mahala's parents?
Delores Averitt Reynolds
reynolds-d@comcast.net
Submitted on Mon Feb 28 21:36:41 CST 2005


STEPHENS, TINSLEY

Seeking information concerning Dr. V. C. Stephens who married Ada Tinsley, daughter of Hiram Gross Tinsley. I am researching Tinsley and related families.
Ruby Tinsley Swan
swanfarm@nctc.com
Submitted on Sun Feb 27 15:50:52 CST 2005


POINDEXTER

Does anyone have any information on Robert Lee Poindexter that died in Clay County in 1908?
Richard Elliott -- PSC 94 Box 1515, APO, AE 09824
r-elliott@usa.net
Submitted on Wed Feb 16 14:29:04 CST 2005


ALTA OR ALTIE RAINES & JOHN WESLEY VEATCH

I cannot find any information about my great-grandmother Alta Raines. She was born approx. 1880 (late) to 1890s. She married John W. Veatch b.1888. She had at least 3 children from 1906 to 1912. Apparently she died young and her children knew very little about her. The possible counties of birth/residence are Clay, Jackson, Macon(?), Overton(?). ANY leads would be appreciated!
Sue McBride
rsmcbride@yahoo.com
Submitted on Tue Feb 15 11:56:11 CST 2005


DAVIS;MCMURRY

Jonathan DAVIS married Susan (?) had a son John Thomas Davis born 1865 in Virginia, lived in Clay Co. in 1880 with mother Susan DYER, and 2nd husband Robert DYER. Need info on fate of Jonathan DAVIS. Also any info on Luther MCMURRY appreciated.
Clifford Trowbridge
cliff-margtrowbridge@insightbb.com
Submitted on Tue Feb 8 13:08:17 CST 2005


WILKERSON,CHERRY,VAUGHN,PRICE

Hi I am looking for information on WILKERSON. My grandfather is Bevely WILKERSON born May 10, 1927. His father was A.G. WILKERSON. I do not know when he was born but I know that he past away in March of 1982 in Kentucky. I know that they lived in Clay Co. Tennessee. His wifes name was Ada (CHERRY) WILKERSON she was born November,1893. If any one has any info on A.G. Wilkerson it would be very helpful.
Jessica Wilkerson -- 3011 S. Villa Ave, Indianapolis, IN 46237
jessi24@sbcglobal.net
Submitted on Sat Jan 29 17:41:30 CST 2005


MCBRIDE, FORTNER, SMITH & RAYBORN

I'm looking for any information on Belle Rayborn. I have located her on both the 1910 and 1920 Clay Co. census. Belle's maiden name was McBride. She may have been married to, but not necessarily, a man with the last name of Fortner, Benton Smith, and Jacob Rayborn. In 1910, her children's name were Robert Fortner, Alfred Smith,Edna Rayborn, and Herman Rayborn. Any help will greatly appreciated. Also looking for information on Benton Smith. Alfred Smith was my grandfather.
Vivian Eicke
veicke@erols.com
Submitted on Wed Jan 26 15:57:01 CST 2005


GENTRY< GAINES

Looking for information on William Thomas Gaines, nick name Tom, and his wife Mary Frances Gentry. They were married Feb. 2nd 1875, in Clay Co., and were on the 1880 Clay County Census with 2 sons William and Ben. Would anyone know who Mary Gentry or Wiliiam Thomas parents were?
Teena Cantrell -- Hc 82 Box 694, Atoka, OK 74525
ck11166@yahoo.com
Submitted on Sun Jan 23 23:34:45 CST 2005


GRAVINS,LITTRELL, LONG, HOOD, YORK

I am researching the following families: Christopher Long b ca 1775 in NC was in Jackson County by 1803. His wife's name was Elizabeth. i descend through his son Thomas ca 1808. Several members of this family moved to Clay County. William H. Hood b ca 1846 who married Mary Lydia Littrell York b ca 1846. I do not know her maiden name. She had a son named James Marion Littrell b 1862 married Susan Gravins (who was also living in Clay County and is buried at Miles Crossroads.) and also had sons Robert K. York, b ca 1868 Aaron York c ca 1866 and Richard York b ca 1872. She had a daughter named Nancy York b ca 1870.(according to the 1880 Jackson County Census.) This family is living in the household of William H. Hood. This family also had James William Marshall Hood and a daughter named Mary A Hood. William H. Hood and Lydia were in Macon County in 1920. James Marion Littrell and wife Susan were living in Clay County. Robert York married Julia Gravins and then Catherine Colter.
Sheila Rice
skrice@charter.net
Submitted on Sat Jan 22 21:11:10 CST 2005


STOVER

Looking for information on Rennie Stover married to William Stover
Lori
Lori.Robertson@Covance.com
Submitted on Sat Jan 15 13:51:57 CST 2005


STONE

I am looking for information on the Stone Family of Clay (or formerly Jackson)County. My ancester was a Elizabeth H. Stone who married a Alexander Martin of Tompkinsville Ky in 1851. By 1860 they had migrated to MO. By 1870 A. Martin and his two daughters where back in Tompkinsville without Elizabeth. Any info on the Stones?
Cassondra Ragan
cassondraragan@hotmail.com
Submitted on Fri Jan 14 10:58:36 CST 2005


DRAPER, JOHNSON, GALTINEY, GALTON

DRAPER, JOHNSON, HUMMEL, GALTON, GALTINEY Looking for researchers in these lines or other related lines. Clay-Overton-Jackson Tennessee counties. Clinton-Cumberland and neighboring Kentucky counties.
William C. Johnson -- 35555 Spur Highway PMB 398, Soldotna, AK 99669
wcbilljohnson@yahoo.com
Submitted on Sat Jan 8 13:27:49 CST 2005


THOMAS JEFFERSON WRAY

I am searching for g-grandfather Thomas J Wray or Ray. He made the bricks for Overton Co. Courthouse (1870) and Pickett Co jail (1880). He was born ard. 1834. He and his brother (William?), were orphaned at a young age. I am searching for his parents names. Would like to know how he learned the brick making trade and the names of the parents of his first wife, whose name was either Jane or Ellen Robinson. They had 4 children I know of, Henrietta Wray Dillon, (called Retta), Emily or Emma Spicer, Thomas Franklin Wray and Ellen Wright (could be Sarah Ellen)Will share information. Thank you.
Patsy Hively
plh645@aol.com
Submitted on Thu Jan 6 19:59:34 CST 2005


BAILEY,BUTLER

still researching my C H Bailey and Martha Butler Bailey links to Clay Co Tenn and especially Butler's Landing area. C H was my great granddads brother and C H (Callum Haalman)Bailey and Martha Butler Bailey were Judge Ben Bailey parents.Have in 2004 located many ancestors of C.H. and Martha but would like to locate a photo.
talley bailey -- 988 reynolds road, glocester, RI 02814
critt61626@aol.com
Submitted on Tue Dec 21 10:16:57 CST 2004


WILEY, BROWN

Looking for information on Nancy Wiley who married Banister Brown in Clay Co. Tn on Sept. 21, 1871. Any help would be appreciated. Gerelene
Gerelene Wiley
wily1958@aol.com
Submitted on Thu Dec 16 20:59:48 CST 2004


CHILDRESS,ELLISON, ALLRED, NOLEN

I have changed my email address. It was Susan Bodejuno.com . now it is rosie1900us@yahoo.com. I am still looking for Alfred Childress/Childers in Tenn.
Susan Childress Bode -- 806 Pleasant Valley Rd, Garland, TX 75040
rosie1900us@yahoo.com
Submitted on Sat Nov 27 18:28:19 CST 2004


SHORT, STOVER

Looking for children of Wm.T. Short & wife Mary Martha Stover: Edgar, b. Oct., 1896; Loise (m), b. Sept., 1898; Minnie Lee, b. Feb., 1900; Gracie, b. 1902-04; Tommy, b. 1906-08; and Lanus (m), b. 1908-10. Wm. T. & Mary (Fannie) buried St. John Cem., Clay Co.
Joyce Stover
jstover@duo-county.com
Submitted on Sun Nov 21 11:05:45 CST 2004


RUCKER, SEXTON

L. Hacker Rucker borned 1881 and died in KY in 1956. Fait Rucker borned 1872 and died 1964. Carrie S. Rucker, borned 1890, died in 1982 in KY. A.M. Sexton borned 1865 died in KY in 1929. Minerva Sexton (spouse) borned 1862, died in KY in 1930. Ambrose C.Sexton
Carl Rucker -- 2543 Martin SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49507
eworld@triton.net
Submitted on Wed Oct 27 19:16:37 CDT 2004


MCDOWELL, OR MCDOWEL

MCDOWELL, or MCDOWEL--searching for info from 1840, 1830, &/or 1820 Tennessee fed census. Specifically, looking for white household with a 3 yr. old son and a 1 yr. old dtr. in 1840 census. County isn't really know. Speculating near KY border.
C.J. Fisher
cfisher110@aol.com
Submitted on Mon Oct 25 15:32:31 CDT 2004


WATKINS

Looking for relatives or info on EDWARD TRUMAN WATKINS. He was born in Clay County TN, July 1903. He died in KY in July 1981 and is buried in Paducah KY (cemetery unknown). Known children are: JAMES EDWARD WATKINS (who had a daughter, BARBARA who has a son and daughter) and CARL MITCHELL WATKINS (b. 29 Oct 1940) (who has 2 daughters) I have he was married at one time to a MARY DILLON. He may have married in Gracemont OK and had a son there born in 1940; was divorced and never heard from again. My family always called him TRUMAN. He had a brother named FRANK GARLAND and a half-brother named EARL. His father and mother were JAMES WILLIAM WATKINS and ONA B. SMITH. JAMES' father was BENJAMIN C. WATKINS, son of JOHN M. WATKINS and SARAH Unk. If anyone has any information on the above please contact me.
Carolyn Kinnison
ckinnison@sbcglobal.net
Submitted on Thu Oct 21 13:25:13 CDT 2004


JONATHAN DAVIS

Do you have Civil War record of death of JONATHAN DAVIS 1865-1867? <;BR>Margaret Trowbridge
met68@msn.com
Submitted on Wed Oct 20 22:10:06 CDT 2004


JOHN T. DAVIS AND ELVIRA MALLET

Do you have marriage records for JOHN T. DAVIS and ELVIRA MALLET for 1896?
Margaret Trowbridge
met68@msn.com
Submitted on Wed Oct 20 22:07:27 CDT 2004


FANNIE LOUISE POINDEXTER DAVIS

Do you have death records of Fannie Louise Poindexter Davis for 1892?
Margaret Trowbridge
met68@msn.com
Submitted on Wed Oct 20 22:05:29 CDT 2004


LUTHER MCMURRY AND MINNIE BELLE DAVIS

Do you have marriage records for LUTHER McMURRY and MINNIE BELLE DAVIS in 1902?
Margaret Trowbridge
met68@msn.com
Submitted on Wed Oct 20 22:03:17 CDT 2004


JONATHAN DAVIS AND SUSAN ?

Do you have marriage record of JONATHAN DAVIS and SUSAN ( )1860-1864?
Margaret Trowbridge
met68@msn.com
Submitted on Wed Oct 20 22:00:34 CDT 2004


JOHN T. DAVIS, FANNIE LOUISE POINDEXTER

Do you have marriage record for JOHN T DAVIS and FANNIE LOUISE POINDEXTER in 1885?
Margaret Trowbridge
met68@msn.com
Submitted on Wed Oct 20 21:56:43 CDT 2004


ALFRED & JOHNSON , SON RICHARD

looking for ancesters of alfred & mary johnson,son richard born 1843 clay co married 1869 to mary molly meyers . alfred born north carolina 1816 alfred & mary married 1836 surry co n.c.alfred alive in 1880 census clay co.
bill johnson
jtjusa1@netzero.net
Submitted on Wed Oct 13 00:38:20 CDT 2004


GARNER

I am looking for info on a Joel S. GARNER born in Tennessee on 7-11-1828 could be 9-11-1928. He died on August 20 1901. He had a daughter Mary Margaret Cordelia Malaisa born April 17 1857.
stephanie stogsdill
comet147@aol.com
Submitted on Mon Oct 11 22:27:46 CDT 2004


SPILIBY DANIEL, DANIELS

SPILSBY DANIEL, DANIELS could any one tell me where he is buried at, I know where is wife is buried, and she has a head stone but next to it is a rock could this be is grave any information will be appricated
Doris Daniel Swinson -- 2484 North Ridge Rd, Noble, IL 62868
rexjr@shawneellink.net
Submitted on Sat Oct 9 19:10:47 CDT 2004


CLEMENTS, GREEN, DAVIS

I have just begun researching this part of my family. They all lived in Clay County at some point. If anyone has information on any of these families I would greatly appreciate it. In particular, I am looking for information on Christopher CLEMENTS who was born in Virginia, and then moved to Clay County. I am also looking for the parents of Adison GREEN who was born and died in Clay County. I believe he married Laura DAVIS.
Jen
durbin96@charter.net
Submitted on Wed Oct 6 22:45:12 CDT 2004


BROOKS, HUDSON

Looking for birth place of James Cannon Brooks. I believe it was Davidson County.
Pat Lunt
plunt@ftthomas.k12.az.us
Submitted on Sun Oct 3 00:40:43 CDT 2004


BENJAMIN C. & HESTER WATKINS

WATKINS/MORGAN/COLLINS/SMITH/BARNES/WINDLE - - Searching for info on father and mother of Benjamin C. Watkins (1848-1888). He was married to Hester Ann Morgan (1849-1915). Also needing info on Benjamin's children: John McDennis Watkins (never maarried); Mary Etta Elizabeth who married John H. Collins; James William who married (1) Ona Smith (2) Lasby Barnes; Sara Rose Hettie "Rosie" who married W.T. "Tom" Johnson, and Bennie Alice (I don't think she was married). Another child, Floy Arnetta who married Robert S. Windle, was my grandmother. Any info on the above will be greatly appreciated.
Carolyn Kinnison -- 302 N. Western Street, Granite, OK 73547
ckinnison@sbcglobal.net
Submitted on Tue Sep 28 14:32:14 CDT 2004


TEEPLES

TEEPLES: If anyone has any info on the Teeples cemetery, please e-mail byrdsnest777@earthlink.net. Looking for Thomas Teeples born 1802, Elender born 1810, John W. born 1835, Nancy born 1838, Vina born 1841, Elvira born 1843,James born 1849. Sons Thomas and William Teeples moved to Giles County Tn about 1880.Any info appreciated!
Judy Byrd
byrdsnest777@earthlink.net
Submitted on Sun Sep 26 07:58:53 CDT 2004


WIGGINS

looking for the parents of John C. Wiggins. born in 1851 in Tenn. he married in Texas to S.E.Hawkins and Susan Jane Meeks.
Deborah
ehmamajo@yahoo.com
Submitted on Fri Sep 24 15:59:02 CDT 2004


SHERRELL, SHERRIL, ODLE, LEFEVER, DUVALL

Seeking late 1700's or especially pre 1845 connection in Tenn between the Odle and Sherrel families And John Sherrel born 1798 in Tennessee, who married Pricilla Burrell aout 1825 in TN (she was from N.C, and rumor has it one Sherril brother was there before TN. MY Ogle and Sherrell went to Macoupin Co. Illinois in the 1830's or before with Isaac Moore, Mace Moore, and John Smith. And Odle & Sherrels remarried. One married a Bates, also from Tennessee. Also seeking a Nimrod Duvall and wife Rebecca Waters, both born about 1777 or 1778. They went to Warren Co., Ohio before 1803 with surnames Stout & Lefever and Baxter, Kendall, Sype/Sipe and Barton. I will share information.
Morris LeFever
habitat@eoni.com
Submitted on Thu Sep 23 11:50:02 CDT 2004


CARTER /UNKNOWN COUNTY

I am seeking information if anyone knows of a boarding scholl for African Americans in Tenn , I was told that my grandfather once attended a scholl there somewhere around the early 1900's if the school did indeed exist, I would appreciate any information that yoy can offer.
Ladell
LADELLVS@HOTMAIL.COM
Submitted on Sun Jul 25 01:42:16 MDT 2004


MOORE

Looking for info on James MOORE, b. 1883. Parents were William M. MOORE, b. 17 May 1859 in Monroe Co., KY and Lucinda E. JOHNSON, b. May 1866 in KY/TN, m. 23 Feb 1882 in Clay Co., TN.
Jim Moore -- 640 Grove Ave. SW #389, Cleveland, TN 37311-5859
jbmoore1940@yahoo.com
Submitted on Mon Jul 19 14:26:50 MDT 2004


MOORE, RICH

Looking for any information on Charles B.(Buford) MOORE and family born in Moss, TN. 1895-96.My notes say his father died of an insect bite when Charlie was @ age two. His mother married a man named Rich from Thompkinsville, KY. Mr.Rich had two sons named Omer and E.T.
Win Moore
winmoore13@hotmail.com
Submitted on Tue Jul 6 14:41:25 MDT 2004


PENNINGTON

PENNINGTON and BROWN. I'm looking for the parents of Hamilton Wade BROWN born in Greene County TN around 1915. He married Matilda PENNINGTON in Hawkins County in 1942. Any more information on either would be very helpful. thank you
Gail
fghasen@comcast.net
Submitted on Mon Jul 5 08:28:38 MDT 2004


FORD, JACKSON

FORD/JACKSON Searching for info on (K?)Canzada JACKSON m. Lisby (Or Leslie?)FORD. Monroe Co., KY and Jackson/Clay/Macon Co. TN areas. Known children: (1)Mary Jane FORD b. 12/07/1872 d. 05/14/1937 m. ? ?CARTER Rollin Dee PARRISH b.03/14/1880 d. 04/25/1968 (2)Martha FORD m Harlen JACKSON (3) Possibly James FORD and William FORD. Mary Jane and Dee PARRISH are my ggrandparents. My grandmother, MarthaPARRISH SIKES believed her grandparents to be as above, but we cannot prove it. Have searched unsuccessfully for years. Any help most appreciated. Would appreciate email if you have info. Josie Hurt -- 606 S. Main St., Edmonton, KY 42129 jshurt@scrtc.com
Josie Hurt
jshurt@scrtc.com
Submitted on Sun Jun 20 09:01:17 MDT 2004


SMITH

Am still searching for decendants of Tine SMITH (female). Had 2 sons that I know about, Joe and Amos Smith. Tine was born @ 1865, died @ 1910. Have only been able to find her on 1900 census, Jackson County, TN., Tinsley's Bottom area. Would really like to contact some family members.
kathy stafford
kdstafford@twlakes.net
Submitted on Thu Jun 17 19:39:37 MDT 2004


FULTON/MELTON/STANFORD

Looking for information on any of these names. Andrew FULTON m. Mary Ann MELTON, Andrew FULTON m. Cora B. STANFORD. Rachel MELTON. Also any information available on the towns of Willow Grove and Lillydale. Thanks!!!!
Lyla
esr52372@alltel.net
Submitted on Fri Jun 11 13:49:39 MDT 2004


BAILEY,BUTLER

looking for descandants of L B Butler and Elizabeth Dale.Their daughter Martha married C.H Bailey who was my great granddads brother.Need a picture of CH BAiley and Martha.
talley bailey -- 988 reynolds road, glocester, RI 02814
critt61626@aol.com
Submitted on Thu Jun 10 20:16:26 MDT 2004


JONES, LIKENS

I am still looking for any information on Lucy B. JONES,b.1854 Clay County, Tennessee. She had 3 children out of wedlock starting 1870, with Hiram "Mancefield" Jones, my ggrandfather. Amanda, and John D. Jones. Need their father's name. Rumored in family could be Likens. Please Help!!!!
Cheryl Jones-Vannoy
Dudette46219@aol.com
Submitted on Sun Jun 6 01:41:03 MDT 2004


ROBERTS, LYNN, GOOLSBY

Eldrith W. ROBERTS born in Clay County TN, 5 Nov 1909, died 3 Nov 1993,Livingston TN, d/o Walter ROBERTS and Nora LYNN. Eldrith's husband was Shelby GOOLSBY born 27 Jan 1909, died 31 July 1967. Who were his parents?. Thank you Bettie in TN
Bettie Goolsby -- 680 Dakota, Cookeville, TN 38501
bsgoolsby@multipro.com
Submitted on Mon May 17 18:22:01 MDT 2004


BYRD, ZACHARY, BROCK

The Byrd-Zachary Reunion will be held Sat. July 31, 2004 beginning at 5:00 p.m. at the Clinton County Ky. Fairgrounds. Covered dish, live music, genealogical discussions. All descendants are urged to attend. For further info contact: Octagon Hall Museum http://octagonhall.topcities.com
Billy D. Byrd
kycsa@accessky.net
Submitted on Tue May 11 07:07:27 MDT 2004


LAUREL BLUFF SCHOOL

I am looking for any information on the old LAUREL BLUFF SCHOOL in what is now Hermitage Springs in Clay County. This is now my house which was my grandmother's before me and her sister before her. My grandmother's name was MILDRED BRADY. Her maiden name was RUSSELL. Any information or photos would greatly appreciated. Also looking for information on my grandfather. BEDFORD BOONE. Any information would again be appreciated. My father was very young when his father died and we know very little about my grandfather or his other children.
Natalie Boone
NatalieBoone@nctc.com
Submitted on Thu May 6 22:29:36 MDT 2004


DALE, BUTLER

Leanne Butler, married to William Jackson Dale,prior to the Civil War. She was hung by the Union Army for giving aid and comfort to the soldiers of the Confederacy. This was told to me by one of the Dales,but I have no record. Does any one know where I can get a record of this event, or a book or newspaper article with the information regarding this lady? I would appreciate hear from you.
Joyce Peterman -- 107 South Kentucky, Celina, TX 75009
EjoyceP@aol.com
Submitted on Wed May 5 11:24:30 MDT 2004


SNEED, HUMPHRIES

Info. on the Marion Jefferson Sneed and wife Mary Elizabeth Humphries whom came from the Tellio-Plains area. These were my great grandparents. All help would be greatly appreciated.
Tammy B. McClure -- 304 Rosewood Lane Extension, Dallas, NC 28034
mcclur_t@bellsouth.net
Submitted on Sun May 2 14:43:31 MDT 2004


DAVIS, YORK

I am trying to find out who the father of Robert Davis (b. 1804 in No. Carolina that was married to Anna York, father of Jane Davis b. 1834) was. We think he may have been Cherokee ?? Jane Davis was my G-grandmother, Please help----
Jim York
york.jim@sbcglobal.net
Submitted on Wed Apr 21 15:56:01 MDT 2004


DAILEY

Looking for information on John B.Dailey Sr.b.1886..wife-Mattie,son's-Willie,Thomas(Bill),Cordell,John B.Jr.daughter-Pauline.In Clay Co.1930 census index.Maybe Cemetery or marriage or court records-anything.
Brenda Hogan
bwkitty5591@aol.com
Submitted on Mon Apr 19 21:40:39 MDT 2004


STEPHENSON,JONES, SMITH

Need death dates ,burial pace and parents of George W Stephenson b between 1810-20 Tn married when to Jane Jenny Jones, had a son Thomas N Stephenson b ca 1862 married Anna Dixon Smith 1885 Clay Co Tn. Any clues or help would be appreciated.Bless you Thanks Lynn
lynn
lynn_ham@hotmail.com
Submitted on Sat Apr 17 06:59:29 MDT 2004


GREEN

Biographical information about the parentage, youth, marriage, children, descendants, and servants/slaves of Mary Jane Colson Green, (1825-1905)wife of Capt. Archibald P. Green.
Betty L. Jenkins
bettyl36@juno.com
Submitted on Tue Apr 13 15:14:20 MDT 2004


VINSON, DAVIS, YORK , MEADOWS, PEDIGO

Looking for information on Robert Davis, Father of Allen Wilson Davis that was Married to Loucinda Vinson. Does anyone know who robert davis's parents were ? an 1880 census of allen davis says robert was from virginia, or born there , does anyone know if this is true, and how the davis family is related to the meadows family.
Danny Jackson -- 925 mill st., Tipton, IN 46072
djjackson99@yahoo.com
Submitted on Wed Mar 31 10:34:31 MST 2004


WATSON, ARMS

Looking for information on JOHN B. WATSON, married MARIAH ARMS, lived in Clay Co. near Obey River.
Steve
tullymo@aol.com
Submitted on Mon Mar 29 17:18:46 MST 2004


MILES

I'm looking for information on the family of John J Miles. He is the brother of my g-grandmother.
Daryl Crump
mfd305@aol.com
Submitted on Mon Mar 29 15:41:44 MST 2004


BAKER, BYBEE, PENDERGRASS, PHILLIPS, WOOD, WOODS

Looking for information on Jas A. BAKER born TN @1810 married Margaret ?, lived in Madison Co., Alabama in 1850 with son Hewlett BAKER b @ 1836. Looking for information on Susan Angeline Bybee b 1825 TN, moved to Arkansas and married Elijah Washington AMERSON. Looking for information on Sarah Ann PENDERGRASS b 7/1858, d/o William Preston & Elizabeth (PHILLIPS) PENDERGRASS, married Joseph Buchannan WOOD s/o of James Warren & Phoebe(HARDIN)WOOD. William Preston PENDERGRASS was the s/o Francis Osborne PENDERGRASS. James Warren WOOD was the s/o of James Wood - would also like info on this man as well. If you have these names in your line and need info, I will be glad to share what info I have.
Cynthia Carr
cynthia_carr@hotmail.com
Submitted on Fri Mar 26 08:37:00 MST 2004


STOVER,MURRY

Looking for any information on my ggrandfather Joseph Stover he was married to a Judeth? from clay co. they had seven children John,Ellin,Louis,Lovie,William(Willie),Raymon. John was my grandfather and he married Winnie Murry. John and Winnie moved to Indianapolis,In and had four Daughters Anna May(bunkiee),Wilma,Geneva,Judy. Joseph and Judeth was buried at St.Johns cemetery as was both John and Winnie. Winnie would have been Buried at St.Johns in 1986. Also looking for any information on the Murry side of the family. William Murry and Annie? Also Beleaved to be buried at St.Johns Cemetery. They had 8 Children Novie,Nell,Lillie,Lena,Winnie,John,Edward Thanks for any help on these two familys
marlene
gailsum@hotmail.com
Submitted on Thu Mar 25 13:06:11 MST 2004


BRADLEY

BRADLEY, PERMILIA B 1843 IN SMITH CO TN AND DIED 1909 IN CLAY CO TN, WAS WIFE OF NAPOLEON BRADLEY. AM TRYING TO LOCATE A CEMETERY WHERE SHE IS BURIED IN CLAY CO TN, CAN ANYONE BE OF ANY HELP PLEASE. THANK YOU
ROCHELLE
EXPRESSLOAN@EARTHLINK.NET
Submitted on Wed Mar 24 12:25:51 MST 2004


MELTON

Would like to correspond with anyone researching the MELTON surnamein Clay county. Carles Morgan
Carles Morgan
CARLESFROMTN@webtv.net
Submitted on Thu Mar 18 19:04:48 MST 2004


CLARKSON, RICE

Clay county War
john Schneider
johpaul1@juno.com
Submitted on Sat Mar 6 22:48:09 MST 2004


BLACK, JOHN H.

Seeking information for the family of John H. (J.H.) Black, wife Luanne and family. In 1870 listed in Overton Co. and in 1880 census shows them in Clay Co. Any information on this family most helpful. Their daughter Martha T. (1880 census) somehow ended up in MO in 1883 getting married and listed as having no family/guardian, etc. when license applied for and she was about 16 years old.
Judith Good
jgood@cableone.net
Submitted on Wed Mar 3 10:06:02 MST 2004


BUTLER, BAILEY, MABRY

I am interested in pictures, stories, genealogical searches, etc for the counties of Clay, Overton, Jackson, TN and Cumberland and Clinton, KY. We are getting ready to start publishing a six time a year booklet dedicated to this region. It will be called "Upper Cumberland Wanderings". Any item that you would like to see printed from old letters to recipes. The only stipulation is that it has to be relevant to this area. We want to preserve our specific history for the future. Our publication is not limited to above surnames but open to everyone! Please contact me either by mail or email: Sandy Norris 4174 Baptist Ridge Road Hilham, TN 38558 or raycnorris@twlakes.net
Sandy Norris
raycnorris@twlakes.net
Submitted on Tue Feb 24 17:20:14 MST 2004


DALE, WADDLE

Looking for information on Martha Waddle who married James Dale in or near present day clay county. James Dale died in 1971. Martha Waddle was born about 1890.
G.E. Boyles
opie0597@msn.com
Submitted on Mon Feb 23 13:56:41 MST 2004


DAVIDSON/KELLY/POTTS/HAWKINS

Searching for connection to THOMAS DAVIDSON b. 1815 TN and wife SARAH KELLY b.1818 TN. Children were: Nancy Jane/A.B. POTTS, Penelope, Margaret E., Helen and Mary Ann/NOAH HAWKIINS (g-grandmother)
Carole Lannom
jlannom@fuse.net
Submitted on Wed Feb 18 12:49:56 MST 2004


KING, LIKEN

I am looking for information on Zacariah King and Liza (Elizabeth) Likens married in Jan. 06, 1876 in Clay Co. TN. Any info would be greatly appreciated.
D. Andrews
waltdeb@nctc.com
Submitted on Fri Feb 13 08:43:41 MST 2004


ROBERTS

My grandfather, Jerry Leslie Roberts, was born in Clay County Tennessee June 7, 1872. Would love to have any info on siblings, parents,or other family. Thanks!!
Jerry Roberts
jrrmvr@aol.com
Submitted on Wed Feb 11 10:07:27 MST 2004


DANIEL, SIDWELL

Trying to find information on William Daniel and his wife Deiliah Sidwell, he was from Ky, but his son Albert Edward Daniel lived in or near Allons (Willow Grove) Tn. Albert was my grand father.
Doris Swinson
rexjr@shawneelink.net
Submitted on Tue Feb 10 18:29:51 MST 2004


DAVIS, YORK

We are trying to find ANNA J DAVIS born 1847 and believed to haved passed in Clay or Jackson Country. She was married to HUELET YORK birth and death both unknown. This is a couple needed in our geneaology research and we have been unable to find either one of them.
chad jackson
president@uniqmobilesounds.com
Submitted on Sun Feb 8 11:41:27 MST 2004


COWAN, CUMMINGS, MCCRAW & PHILLIPS

Where were records of marriages removed to from Lillydale, TN when the lake was formed? I am searching documents for the following marriages: Maggie Lee Cummings & Jim Sam Cowan, married approximately 6, 1911 Jacob McCraw & Nancy Jane Davis, ca 1840-45. Nancy Elizabeth Phillips & Franklin Osceola Cummings, ca 1888 Any info will be appreciated. Thank you,
Dorothy Doll
thedolls@earthlink.net
Submitted on Wed Jan 28 01:13:58 MST 2004


BURNS/BERNS

I am looking for information on HERSCHEL BURNS or BERNS. He was born between 1905 and 1920, possibly in Manchester. Around the year 1936 or 1937 he was stationed at Camp Stern as a "woodpecker soldier". Any information would be appreciated.
Sanne
sanneh484@earthlink.com
Submitted on Tue Jan 27 18:53:19 MST 2004


SAMS, RICH, AND WESTMORELAND

I am the decendants of Jesse Gee WESTMORELAND and Madie Ellen SAMS and I am trying to find any information on my Grandparents or my GG grandparents who were: James Polk SAMS and Gypsy Ann RICH.Polk SAMS remarried a lady called Moma Kate after Gypsy Ann's death in 1909. I have an uncle Grover RICH. Any info or a relative ,Please e-mail me
MaryAnn Whiddon -- 1377 Cofer Rd., Ashburn, GA 31714
jitterbugs@alltel.net
Submitted on Mon Jan 26 12:29:59 MST 2004


HOOD-EATON

I am looking for information about Sarah Eaton born around 1811 who Married Thomas Hood. They eventually ended up in Arkanas. Primarily I am looking for information on Sarah Eaton. Any help would be appreciated.
Lisa
larader98@yahoo.com
Submitted on Mon Jan 19 11:18:54 MST 2004


WOOD-CARLISLE

John J WOOD and M.A. CARLISLE were married in Celina, Tn in March-75. Any info on this couple will be appreciated. Sincerely
Mary Clay Wood Pitt
Saturnchil@aol..com
Submitted on Fri Jan 16 03:02:11 MST 2004


MORROW, BURCHETTE, LOWE

We submitted a query last month for Martin MORROW and wife who was a Burchette. We are also still seeking information regarding John MORROW and Deniza LOWE. John and Martin may be brothers because both were in Clay Co. in 1880 although they were born in Wayne Co., KY. We have changed our e-mail address. Please respond to new address: nandswest@netpenny.net Thanks
Steve & Nancy Weston
nandswest@netpenny.net
Submitted on Wed Jan 14 18:18:57 MST 2004


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