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PERRY, MACON, WORTHAM
I’m looking for any information concerning Martha Ann Macon Wortham Perry (widow of Augustine Wortham) who died at Wayland Springs 23 June 1852. I am particularly interested in any information on the Macon family as I believe her maiden name was Macon but know also that she was married to Augustine Wortham. Martha Ann is buried at Zion Presbyterian Church near Columbia, Tennessee. Any information on the names mentioned or on Wayland Springs itself would be appreciated.
M. A. Thompson
MAT [at] vtc [dot] net
Submitted on Tue Aug 31 00:49:54 EDT 1999

EZELL
I am looking for info on a Thomas L. EZELL. He is the brother of Abel EZELL from Giles Co. Also where can I find the book “Ezell Family in America” by Christine Sheldon? Any info would be appreciated. I think Thomas settled in Lawrence Co.
Amy Ezell — G-15 University Courts, Martin, TN 38237
amyslaws [at] mars [dot] utm [dot] edu
Submitted on Mon Aug 30 01:12:43 EDT 1999

WILLIAMS, NEWTON, BARNETT
Looking for the parents of Sarah NEWTON (1/16/1836-2/6/1895). Sarah was married to William Richard WILLIAMS (8/31/1834-12/3/1919). Also want any information on Malinda BARNETT (5/11/1813-7/12/1892). Malinda was married to Lawson WILLIAMS (5/25/1803-7/16/1886).
Gloria Barnett — 345 Main Street, Franklin, TN 37064
gloria7 [at] hotcom [dot] net
Submitted on Sun Aug 29 23:18:45 EDT 1999

BELL, EVANS
Looking for ancestral history for James Minor Bell married to Monetta Evans Bell. 1 Brother – Buford Bell. Father – Joseph William Bell married to Mary Massey. Children of JM Bell – Eugene, Bethel, Clifford, Beatrice, John, & Woodrow. Monetta Bell’s father – John Glover Evans. JM Bell supposed to be buried in Barnesville TN cemetery.
Tom Reed
treed [at] blazenet [dot] net
Submitted on Fri Aug 27 14:54:20 EDT 1999

LOWERY
I am looking for information on my Great Grandparents. Lonie CATES married Isaac Middleton LOWERY between 1915-1921. My grandmother Bonnie Mae LOWERY was born in Lawrenceburg 01 April 1921. Another daughter, Blanie LOWERY was born 05 September 1923. The family moved to California between 1923-1925.
Marci Hill
jmhill [at] navicom [dot] com
Submitted on Fri Aug 27 01:52:51 EDT 1999

MOBLEY, SUKEY
Ezekiel MOBLEY (b. about 1755 in North Carolina and d. after 1822 in LAWRENCE COUNTY, TN.) Ezekiel married Susannah Sukey on Jan. 9, 1792 in Wake County, North Carolina.
Neil Smith
nsmith2 [at] lightspeed [dot] net
Submitted on Thu Aug 26 13:52:59 EDT 1999

MOBLEY, BRADSHAW
MOBLEY, Edward Jr. (b. about 1793 in North Carolina and d. 1863 in LAWRENCE COUNTY, TN.) Edward married Jane BRADSHAW on Feb. 15, 1821 in LAWRENCE COUNTY, TN.
Neil Smith
nsmith2 [at] lightspeed [dot] net
Submitted on Thu Aug 26 13:49:13 EDT 1999

MOBLEY, HUNT
MOBLEY, William J. (b. August 1823 in Lawrence County, TN and d. December 1913 in Montague County, TX) William married Alvina Eveline Hunt on Aug. 16, 1843 in Lawrence County, TN.
Neil Smith
nsmith2 [at] lightspeed [dot] net
Submitted on Thu Aug 26 13:45:32 EDT 1999

JOHNS
Searching for any information on Member Johns. She married Riddell.
Virginia Rhodes
ginrhodes [at] yahoo [dot] com
Submitted on Wed Aug 25 17:26:46 EDT 1999

MOODY, RANDALL
Seeking information on Jonathan Moody and Mary Sarah Randall. They married in Lawrence Co. Tenn. Aug. 24, 1836. Thanks
Mari Galindo
marifrommo [at] aol [dot] com
Submitted on Wed Aug 25 00:31:52 EDT 1999

LEWELLEN
looking for a gravesite of my grandfather, Sidney Harrison Lewellen. He lived in Loretto and death certificate says he died in Loretto. Relatives said he was buried in Loretto. We have searched cemetary records and can not find where he was buried. Would like any info that anyone might have on him.
Billie
BCASSIDY [at] NETEASE [dot] NET
Submitted on Mon Aug 23 22:00:37 EDT 1999

MCCANDLESS, FARMER
“Descendants”, old ‘BIBLES/LETTERS’ Search? In Early 1800s, John McCANDLESS and Susanna FARMER resided in Lawrence County, Tennessee. Below is listed ‘Given-names’ of Their Children. Searching for ‘Living Descendants’ of ANY/ALL these Children: (*James Farmer; John Bunk; David Posey; Samuel M.; Thomas F.; William; Virginia; Jean S.; Nancy; Ellen; Elizabeth B.) *James Farmer McCANDLESS had a Son “James Madison McCANDLESS”. ?WHO? did He marry?–Frank C. Durant, 1124 Powell Circle, Mesquite, Texas 75149. E-mail:-
Frank C. Durant
crcd [at] swbell [dot] net
Submitted on Mon Aug 23 16:39:15 EDT 1999

ATKINS, ADKINS, ATKINSSON
Looking for Lucinda ATKINS/ADKINS ancestors. She was b. 10/31/1828 in Lawrence Co. TN. Believe her parents are L.L. and Elizabeth ATKINS. Found Lewis L. Atkins marrying Elizabeth DAY on December 21, 1826 in Lawrence and found him as head of household in 1830 Census. Are they truly her parents?? Anyone related to this family? Lucinda married John J. Altsman/Alsman/Attsman on 3/2/1845 in Pope County, IL. John J. Alsman was born 7/4/1822 in Livingston Co. KY. They had 9 children. Willing to share info! Please contact me via email.
Donna White
DonnaMW [at] ix [dot] netcom [dot] com
Submitted on Sun Aug 22 23:06:13 EDT 1999

THOMAS BELL, MARY MCFALLS BELL
Looking for info on MARY MCFALLS BELL and THOMAS J. BELL b. MD.1776 Son HANNIBAL BELL b.cira 1819? co. unknow. Son JOHN BELL b. cira 1805 in Lawrence Co. Daughter MARGERY BELL b. 1828 in Hickman Co. Son COLUMBUS BELL b.cira 1822 in Maury Co. Daughter MARY BELL b.1814.in Maury Co. Daughter LOUISA b.1804 co.unknown Son Cyrus B. 1806? co. unknown Son FRANKLIN WASHINGTON b.1832 co. unknown They were all along with other siblings in Texas by 1839.
Lynne Bell Hearn
roger [at] tisd [dot] net
Submitted on Wed Aug 18 18:34:56 EDT 1999

JACKSON, JOICE/JOYCE, NEWTON, SPRINGER
Would like to contact descendants of Sarah M. NEWTON(b. Mar, 1865) who married Andrew JACKSON. She was sister of Rosa Ellen NEWTON (B. Aug, 1872) who married E. E. JOICE. Both families are listed on the 1900 Lawrence Co., Tn. census. They were the daughters of Mary Ann SPRINGER and William Ananis NEWTON of Lauderdale Co., Al.
Peggy J. Horton
wphor [at] ccape [dot] net
Submitted on Sat Aug 21 21:25:01 EDT 1999

NATHANIEL E. “BUD” BROWN
Looking for information on Nathaniel E. “Bud” BROWN married to Clara Jane Crick. They had a daughter Mary Etta Brown (1886-1971) who married James Andrew (Anderson) Crowder circa 1876-1915. Mary Etta was my great grandmother and may have been either a school teacher and/or postmistress in Appleton TN. She and James had two children; Haskell Brown (my grandfather) and Jewell. They moved to FL. in 1920’s after James committed suicide. Any information would be most appreciated on the Browns, Cricks and their connections to the Crowders.
Toni Marshall — 2978 212th Street, Lake City, FL 32024
qtrmoon [at] atlantic [dot] net
Submitted on Mon Aug 16 22:15:57 EDT 1999

MCCOY, RODES (OR RHODES)
Seeking info on Samuel McCOY (b.ca 1820, d. bef May 5,1883), and wife Faithy(Rhodes)McCOY (b. ? d. ?, marr Aug 30, 1834)–and his parents Fleming McCOY (b.ca 1800, d. Oct 12,1841), and wife Mesa (?) McCOY (b. ca 1802 in Tn and d.1870). Have indication he was Native American (Chickasaw). Also know that Fleming’s father was Henry McCOY. Any information greatly appreciated! Thanks.
Paula Booth
pwb852 [at] aol [dot] com
Submitted on Mon Aug 16 01:31:16 EDT 1999

FIELDS
Researching Wiley H. Fields family. Wiley was born in NC in 1804. Married Judy Brooks in 1828 in Bibb County AL. I feel confidant that Fields of Lawrence County, TN are of my line. All help would be appreciated. Thanks..
Jim Fields — 5 Victoria Circle, Maumelle, AR 72113
jdfields [at] aristotle [dot] com
Submitted on Sun Aug 15 08:46:32 EDT 1999

HALE
I’m looking for information on the parent of Alfred HALE b. Dec. 16, 1815 TN. died Feb. 13, 1890 in Union County IL. He may have been a brother to William HALE b. abt 1800 who married a Nancy BASS of Smith Co. TN. in 1823. Any connection to this Alfred HALE will be very much appreciated. Ernest Hale
Ernest Hale — 1621 Parkhaved Dr., Seagoville, TX 75159-2333
hsea1261 [at] aol [dot] com
Submitted on Sat Aug 14 18:16:11 EDT 1999

GOSNELL, GOSLIN, GAUSNELL
I am looing for information on Joseph Gosnell/Goslin, Gausnell who was in Lawrence Co., Tn., around 1820. Also Iim looking for information on Benjamin Gosnell/Goslin/Gausnell in Lawrence Co., Tn. Or any Gosnell/Goslin/Gausnell Please e-mail information.
Harold Gosnell
gosnell [at] wnonline [dot] net
Submitted on Fri Aug 13 20:04:41 EDT 1999

INMAN, SHAW
Seeking information on the family of Alexander W. Shaw and Mary Elizabeth Inman. Married about 1887 in Lawrence County. Alexander’s father was Joshua, mother was Mary ?. I have some information on Alexander. Especially looking for decendents of David Allen Shaw. Margaret, Mary, and Delilah. Willing to trade information.
Mike Shaw
kbpk [at] yahoo [dot] com
Submitted on Fri Aug 13 17:51:14 EDT 1999

BATES, BRAY,ENGLISH
Searching for information on A.C. or L.G. BATES md to Fannie Elizabeth BRAY..A.C. was killed in an iron works explosion before 1905 in Lawrence Co.. I know nothin about him other than he was married to my great grandmother until his death. Fannie remarried in 1905 to Pascal Anderson Gibson ENGLISH in TN. Thank you for your help.
Alexa McSteel
alexa43 [at] bellsouth [dot] net
Submitted on Fri Aug 13 01:54:28 EDT 1999

LINDSEY
Searching for the children of Ezekiel and Hannah Lindsey of Maury and Lawrence Counties, TN.
Allie — 269 Oldham Place, Pagosa Springs, CO 81147
oldham [at] pagosasprings [dot] net
Submitted on Thu Aug 12 20:57:54 EDT 1999

PHENIX, TODD
Searching for info on Henry PHENIX. Was on Lawrence County 1818 voter list. Married Nancy TODD (daughter of James TODD and Jane BUCHANAN) in 1798 in Davidson County, TN. I am related through their son Preston Kemper PHENIX. Will be happy to share information.
Christine Haw — 1718 Cheyenne Road, Dallas, TX 75217-3205
etolach [at] swbell [dot] net
Submitted on Wed Aug 11 17:24:51 EDT 1999

KEESE, CAMPBELL
KEESE Thomas Jefferson, Campbell Elanor
Debbbie Keese
Keese_d31 [at] utpb [dot] edu
Submitted on Tue Aug 10 14:56:39 EDT 1999

ROBNETT/ROBINETT, POLLOCK
I have been made recently aware of a ROBNETT/ROBINETT connection in my POLLOCK/KIRKMAN line. Rachel Delony POLLOCK, born 20 Aug 1828 in Lawrence Co,TN, died after 1920 most likely in Wayne Co, TN, daughter of John and Elizabeth JENNINGS POLLOCK, married Joseph Staggs ROBNETT, born 4 May 1828 in Wayne Co, TN, died 25 Jun 1905 in Wayne Co, TN, son of John and Nancy STAGGS ROBNETT, in Wayne Co, TN on 5 Sep 1849. My source for this information is a book, DESCENDANTS OF ALLEN ROBNETT IN AMERICA, PART IV by Irma Matthews Plott. The book was found in the Wayne Co, TN library, Waynesboro, TN by a fellow Pollock researcher, Imogene Parsley, July 13, 1999. Jean mailed me photocopies of pertinent pages. But, there is no documentation, index or pages numbers. I spent all day today in the NC Archives going through the 1850-1920 Wayne Co, TN censuses to verify the information.
Cheryl A Zelek — 103 Wordsmith Ct, Cary, NC 27511-6811
zelek [at] mindspring [dot] com
Submitted on Sat Aug 7 23:36:20 EDT 1999

PENNINGTON
I have information on JAMES JACKSON PENNINGTON. Also other PENNINGTONS that were from the Big Buffalo River area in Lawrence Co.. I am looking for Rod Pennington who is a gr. gr. grandson to James Jackson. My gr. gr. grandmother was a sister to James J. Pennington, her name was Barbara Jane, she was born to Isaac and Elizabeth.
Mary Pennington Walters
RED97WINGS [at] aol [dot] com
Submitted on Fri Aug 6 23:30:52 EDT 1999

CLIFTON, NORMAN, ADAMS, CROFFORD
Looking for information on Nathaniel CLIFTON, James CLIFTON, Ezekiel CLIFTON, John CROFFORD, James ADAMS, Thomas Norman. CROFFORD, ADAMS and NORMAN all married CLIFTONs.
Mark Watson
netgroover [at] msn [dot] com
Submitted on Wed Aug 4 21:28:21 EDT 1999

GUTHRIE,GUTTERY
Looking for Civil War soldier, Robert GUTHRIE or GUTTERY, buried in Second Creek Cemetery, Lawrence County, TN. Robert was born in 1832. Robert was married to Frances NESMITH (1835-1910). I have a photograph of Robert and some of the GUTHRIE family.
Layne A. Holley — 112 Amsler Street, Bartonville, IL 61607-1604
gunnerholley [at] hotmail [dot] com
Submitted on Tue Aug 3 14:15:29 EDT 1999

CAMPBELL
Looking for Alexander CAMPBELL (born 1803 in NC, and died 1879 in MS), who married a BUMPAS(S) lady. I’ve found in the Lawrence Co. Marriage Records this info: Alexander CAMPBELL, married Alsey BUMPASS on July 1, 1824. Does anyone have any information on this Alexander CAMPBELL, and if they could be the ones I’m looking for? My Alexander had 2 brothers, Gabriel and John. Please e-mail me. Thank you!!
Brad Campbell — P.O. Box 427, Cuba, AL 36907
bcampbel [at] sumternet [dot] com
Submitted on Mon Aug 2 21:38:18 EDT 1999

BROWN, MCCONNELL
Looking for information on Reuben Brown and Elizabeth McConnell. They were married in Lawrence County Feb. 20, 1829. The 1830 Census shows Reuben BROWN as Head of Household. Elizabeth McCONNELL may have been from Alabama. This family migrated to Fannin County, Texas by 1840. Especially interested in Elizabeth McConnell, her Parents and Siblings. Thank you
Wanza McConnell Person — 614 W. Main St., Whitehouse, TX 75791
Wanzanco [at] tyler [dot] net
Submitted on Fri Jul 30 19:51:40 EDT 1999

LINAM
Looking for descendants of LINAMS from Lawrence and Wayne Counties in Tennessee and from the Union District of South Carolina.
Larry D. Griffin — Bishop House, 518 East Court Street, Dyersburg, TN 38024-4714
LGRIFFIN [at] DSCCLAN [dot] DSCC [dot] CC [dot] TN [dot] US
Submitted on Fri Jul 30 14:05:30 EDT 1999

HUGHES
I have been searching for my HUGHES connections beyond my great-great grandfather Jesse HUGHES for quite some time. It has been terribly difficult to find ANYTHING before him. The last place I have him is Lawrence Co. Tn. I have also recently found a list of names that was scribbled by my grandmother years ago that may open some doors for me. I will post them below just as she wrote it all down: Jesse Hughes born 10-26-1816 m.Winnie Almeda (?) b.5-6-1832 children: John James HUGHES b. 1-1854(my dad) Adaline A. HUGHES(WINTERS) b.11-4-1855(Uncle Jake) P. Jane HUGHES(ANTHONY)b. 2-6-1858 Mary Artelia HUGHES(LAWS)b. 6-25-1860,d.1928 Joanne HUGHES(CAMPFIELD)b. 5-1-1862 (Will C.) Elizabeth D HUGHES b. 3-11-1864 A.Houston HUGHES b.11-16-1865(uncle) J.Andrew HUGHES b.1-13-1868(Walters dad) Will S. HUGHES b. 4-12-1870(Cliffords dad) Tom H. HUGHES b. 3-11-1872 Margaret Ella HUGHES(CREWS)b.11-29-1876 (Kelseys mother) Wiley Cisero HUGHES b. 8-11-1875, d. 11-15-1930.(Cleos dad) …Granny HUGHES Family
Laura Brown — 53 Co. Rd. 601, Rogersville, AL 35652
LauraB62 [at] aol [dot] com
Submitted on Thu Jul 29 13:41:17 EDT 1999

PIERCE
William Everett PIERCE b. 1869 in Lawrence CO, TN son of John Marshall Pierce and Caroline Elizabeth Osborn/Osbourn/Osbourne, married in Giles CO,TN in 1867. William married Ida Mae CARDWELL in Maury CO TN in 1889. Would love to hear from anyone searching this line. Thanks
Taunjua
go135 [at] aol [dot] com
Submitted on Wed Jul 28 01:48:48 EDT 1999

DOWNS, GUNTER-DOWDEN
DOWNS, H. Mathew mar. in Lawrence Co. Tn. 1816 to Susannah GUNTER. Have been told her name was DOWDEN, but on the marriage cert. it states GUNTER. Mathew DOWNS and wife went to Monroe Co. Ms. by 1820, then settled in nearby Marion Co. AL. Children: Joshua, Pamily, Nancy,Linda, James, and Sarah Elizabeth b 1829 mar. to John T. PIERCE. Any info on this family appreciated.
Marg — P.O. Box 920002, Norcross, GA 30092
mbcroney [at] bellsouth [dot] net
Submitted on Wed Jul 28 18:11:51 EDT 1999

DOYLE
Information please on my grandfather, his name was Jim or James Doyle. He lived in Hohenwald. He had two children a daughter named Jimmie and a son named Calvin Laverne. He was probably born in the 1880’s. He was a telegraph operator. Thank you,
Bob Doyle
suesew [at] freewwweb [dot] com
Submitted on Mon Jul 26 20:31:37 EDT 1999

COKER
Does anyone have any info on the Joseph COKER listed as head of household in the Lawrence Co census of 1830. I am specifically looking for names of spouse, children, parents but any info would be helpful.
David Coker — 151 Woodland Dr, Jackson, MS 39216
dcoker [at] cokerpalmer [dot] com
Submitted on Mon Jul 26 14:31:53 EDT 1999

HICKS
I am seeking information on Mollie/Pollie Jane Hicks (my great grandmother) born 11/30/1969 in Lawrence County, TN. She married Thomas Mansfield Dickey in McNairy Co. Her Mother’s name was Margaret (possibly Jackson). Her siblings were Nathaniel, Elizabeth (Martha C?)and Josephine Hicks. I need to know who her father was, he is never shown on the census records. The father’s parents maybe Matthew and Elizabeth Hicks, but I’m not certain. I have an indication that there is an older brother named David. I’ve been searching for this family for sometime without any real leads. Any information will be helpful.
Elaine Sheffield
tnheart [at] excite [dot] com
Submitted on Mon Jul 26 09:09:02 EDT 1999

CHRISTIAN, NATHANIEL
(wife Jane) from Virginia. Male line is to be Nathaniel to Isham to Nathaniel, born in Lawrence Co. 1794 1820 (wife Margaret) to Isom D. 1816 in Lawrence Co. d.1880) wife Lucindia E. Blassingame to William Allen 1850 Lawrence Co. Searching for data of first Nathaniel of Virginia. Also, area of county that this family lived.
Lovell Lee — 560 Gill Road, Batesville, AR 72501
lovelee [at] cei [dot] net
Submitted on Sun Jul 25 17:47:44 EDT 1999

SHOOK
I am searching for the Tribe Number of the Cherokees who lived in Lawrence County TN. Only relative known in my husband’s family tree is Lafyette Shook. This would have been in the 1800’s. His children were Fanny Shook, Robert Shook and Evie Shook.
Vicki Nash — Dan W. Nash, Sr., 17501 Martin Drive, Athens, AL 35611
VNash [at] aol [dot] com
Submitted on Sun Jul 25 16:51:45 EDT 1999

CHRISTIAN, NATHANIEL
(wife Jane) from Virginia. Male line is to be Nathaniel to Isham to Nathaniel, born in Lawrence Co. 1794 1820 (wife Margaret) to Isom D. 1816 in Lawrence Co. d.1880) wife Lucindia E. Blassingame to William Allen 1850 Lawrence Co. Searching for data of first Nathaniel of Virginia. Also, area of county that this family lived.
Lovell Lee — 560 Gill Road, Batesville, AR 72501
lovelee [at] cei [dot] net
Submitted on Sun Jul 25 17:47:44 EDT 1999

SIMBECK
I am currently researching the SIMBECK’s from St. Marys, PA Elk County and know some of them moved here in the late 1800’s or early 1900’s. Any information would be greatly appreciated. Thank you.
Denice Klaiber
tdklaib [at] penn [dot] com
Submitted on Thu Jul 22 06:45:22 EDT 1999

LOPP,NELSON,MCGEE
looking for any information on nelson,mcgee orlopp in lawance county please if you have any iformation let me now 9549685071 phone number
annie lopp-miller — 1644 nw 14 circle , pompano beach, FL 33069
ldixon6 [at] bellsouth [dot] net
Submitted on Wed Jul 21 01:41:49 EDT 1999

HALFORD
I will be visiting Lawrence County on or about July 31st/August 1st 1999 and would like to locate the birthplace of my great grandfather, Alfred Marion Halford (b. Sept. 9, 1831, Lawrence Cty, TN). My great great grandfather was named Bradley Halford and resided in Lawrence County from around 1810 to 1830. Bradley Halford was sheriff of Lawrence County in 1822 and was later a state legislator for Lawrence county for 2 years. A brother of my great grandfather (James Marion Halford) married Rebecca Elvira Crockett, a daughter of Davy Crockett. I am “assuming” that the Halfords and Crocketts may have lived in close proximity to each other. In that the time to search will be limited, I would VERY much appreciate what assistance you may have to offer. THANKS Ashley Waters DeRidder, LA
Ashley Waters — P.O. Box 982, DeRidder, LA 70634
waters [at] dtx [dot] net
Submitted on Tue Jul 20 22:34:50 EDT 1999

MCCAFFERTY ,BELEW
Am searching for marriage records for Thomas M. McCafferty,(civil war vet) b.1829,LauderdaleCo. Al/Lawrence Co. TN and Mary Ann Belew, b.appx. 1830 in the same area. Their son, (my g. grandfather) R B McCafferty was born in Florence AL in 1856. Also, have my “mule in a ditch” looking for death place of Thomas M. MCCAFFERTY and wife Mary…last seen on MS census in 1880……all help appreciated…
Tricia
lobo623 [at] excite [dot] com
Submitted on Mon Jul 19 16:58:20 EDT 1999

MCFALL, DOWNS
Looking for the parents and siblings of the following: James MC FALL b. abt 1791 NC and Patience DOWNS b. abt 1789 NC. James and Patience were married April 05, 1822 in Lawrence Co. TN Children of James and Parience McFall: daughter b. 1823 Lawrence Co. Tn., Daughter b. 1824 Lawrence Co. TN., Burrell D. b. March 26, 1826 Lawrence Co TN., Mary A. b. abt 1827 Lawrence Co. TN., Daniel b. November 09, 1830 Morgan Co. IL.
Charmaine Cremeen Keith
charmain [at] southwind [dot] net
Submitted on Mon Jul 19 13:14:20 EDT 1999

SMITH
Need additional information on Dutton SMITH. He was included on 1820 census in Lawrence County but did not appear on 1830 census. On 1820 census had 4 children. Looking for information about death (date, Place) and origin. He was born in 1780.
Mary Juchau
jush1 [at] aol [dot] com
Submitted on Sat Jul 17 17:32:15 EDT 1999

SMITH
I am trying to find parents names of William Elsworth Smith, Iron City TN, father of Qscar Jackson Smith (8-9-1891), Married to Rosa Foster, He was born some where in Penn. He disappeared after crossing the Missippi River on a Fiery Boat
Scott A Smith
1scottasmith [at] home [dot] com
Submitted on Sat Jul 17 17:05:16 EDT 1999

BRAZIER, STAGGS, TRIPP, BOUIE,
BRAZIER, Anyone with info on this Lawrence County surname, Please contact me at: Graceours [at] aol [dot] com
Kay
Graceours [at] aol [dot] com
Submitted on Sat Jul 17 03:52:07 EDT 1999

GID AND BETTIE ELIZABETH FRIERSON
Need information on GID and BETTIE ELIZABETH FRIERSON her maiden name could have been WESTMORELAND. I am the granddaugther of their daugther MARTHA FRIERSON CULP. BETTIE could been from Ponotoc Miss. Miss. marriage record listed a BETTIE E. WESTMORELAND married to A.A. FRIERSON who could have been the brother of GID FRIERSON. Marriage was dated Sept. 22,1880. Known children of BETTIE and GID were EUGENE L.B., LIZZIE(SCOTT), MARY CATHERINE, ERNEST, CORA,MARTHA, FELIX,BEN, CLARENCE, WILL,LOUCIOUS. Would like to know more about this family and where they came from and other known relative.
Patricia
patann [at] NETEASE [dot] NET
Submitted on Fri Jul 16 22:50:37 EDT 1999

MULLINS OR BAKER
My great grandmother was Native American and part of the Great Cherokee nation. She was born in Louisa, KY in 1864. Her birth name was Polly Jane MULLINS born to Nancy MULLINS. Her father died and her mother remarried a BAKER. I have been told by my mother/aunts that she was full Cherokee. I know that she died in NM in 1954 with her married name of Hurley. She lived in MN and later Colorado. I would like to know about her, but have hit many brick walls in trying to find anything but her death certificate. I only know that after my husband died she married a Henry MOON in Lajunta, CO Thank you for any help. I am sure there is not any info on her, but I was just hoping. I hate to have her great heritage die as no one in the whole family cares but me.
Vicki Davis — 1455 Vapor Trail, Colorado Springs, CO 80916
VickiColo@worldnet
Submitted on Fri Jul 16 01:20:57 EDT 1999

DANIEL, HUBBS
Searching for information about my grandmother’s family. Her name was Nell Lillian HUBBS, born 01-10-1919 in Lawrence County, TN (early childhood in Concord). Mother’s maiden name was Nancy DANIEL. I’m particularly interested in any background information on Nancy Daniel’s parent(s), which were to have also lived in the county.
Jackie Cooper
marinca [at] hotmail [dot] com
Submitted on Fri Jul 16 00:55:37 EDT 1999

MCCAIN
Looking for information on William McCAIN. He married Susanna Courtney in Nov 1819. They are listed in the 1820 Census of Lawrence County.
Joyce McCain — 604 N. Knoxville, Russellville, AR 72801
joyce [dot] mccain [at] mail [dot] atu [dot] edu
Submitted on Wed Jul 14 13:15:11 EDT 1999

DRAKE, WELCH
I’m looking for information on JOEL B. DRAKE (1814-1881). Probably born in VA. was married (1) to Elitia Myra BENTHALL. They had 3 children, but only 1, Elitia (or Elisha) Jane, lived to be an adult. She married George W. WELCH 22 July 1861. Joel married (2) Susan A. WILLIAMSON BLACK (she was widow of Isaac N. BLACK). In 1850 census they were in Giles County, TN. and had 5 children in addition to Elitia and Isaac N. Black (Susan’s son by former marriage). In 1860 census they were in Lawrence Co.,TN. with 8 children in addition to Elitia and Isaac. In 1870 census Joel was married to Artelia F. GOOCH and they had 4 more children. JOEL B. DRAKE, ELITIA J. DRAKE WELCH AND GEORGE W. WELCH are buried in Neal Cemetery near West Point, TN. I have no info about Joel’s parents or siblings and would very much like to hear from anyuone who knows anything about JOEL B. DRAKE and his family. I hope you will e-mail me at barbwst [at] aol [dot] com
BARBARA WELCH STEVENSON — 5204 Ville-Angela Lane, Hazelwood, MO 63042-1633
barbwst [at] aol [dot] com
Submitted on Tue Jul 13 17:32:56 EDT 1999

LAY, SCOTT, BANDON, GALLEGHER/GALLAHER
I am looking for descendants of John Vincent Lay and Rhoda Baker Lay who moved to Lawrence Co. around 1820 from South Carolina. Their children were William Harvey LAY, Leonard Sampson LAY, John LAY, Nancy LAY (Mrs. Sam) SCOTT, Solena LAY (Mrs. William) BANDON, and Rhoda Ann LAY (Mrs. Joseph) GALLEGHER/GALLAHER. I am especially interested in finding descendants of the Lay daughters.
Donna King
2kings [at] centuryinter [dot] net
Submitted on Tue Jul 13 16:05:24 EDT 1999

FOX,RAMSEY,GREEN,SHULTS,MORRIS,WHITLOCK
Looking for relatives with the surnames listed. My FOX family was from Ireland. Thomas D. FOX married Mary Ann BROWN in Washington County (1854). Moved to Jefferson County and enlisted at Mossy Creek in the Confederate Volunteer Calvary. Thomas moved with his family to Sevier County in 1866. He lived on the Noisy Branch off Webbs Creek, between Cosby and Gatlinburg. Thomas’ children and grandchildren married into the listed families. Most of these families were neighbors on or near Webbs Creek. William Thomas FOX moved to Lawrenceburg, Lawrence County,Tennessee. Nicholas Brown FOX moved to Del Rio,Cocke County,Tennessee. Several of these families moved along with my FOX to these areas.
Ray PHILLIPS
TnMtnMan [at] Hotmail [dot] com
Submitted on Mon Jul 12 00:40:30 EDT 1999

PRATT, STEWART
I am looking for information concerning James PRATT and Eleanor “Ellen” STEWART who married in Lawrrence Co., TN. on 14 December 1832. James PRATT was born in Tennessee ca. 1804-1811 and Eleanor STEWART was born in Tennessee ca 1792-1805. Their known children are: William, Drucilla “Drew”, Martha, J.James, and Elleanor M. This family moved to Tippah Co., Mississippi. Any help with this family would really be appreciated. Thank you.
Jim W. Kelly
j_kelly [at] wku [dot] campuscw [dot] net
Submitted on Sun Jul 11 19:00:10 EDT 1999

SHELTON, JORDAN
I am looking for information concerning Elizabeth “Bettie” JORDAN who married Filmore Green SHELTON in Giles Co., TN. on 20 February 1867. Bettie died in November 1923 and is buried at Center Point Methodist Church at Lawrenceburg, Lawrence Co., TN. I am told she had a sister named Jane who married Wash JACKSON. Any information about this family would really be appreciated. Also, if someone could get me a copy of Elizabeth “Bettie” (JORDAN) SHELTON’s obituary, I’d really appreciate it. Thank you for any help you can offer.
Jim W. Kelly
j_kelly [at] wku [dot] campuscw [dot] net
Submitted on Sat Jul 10 15:09:13 EDT 1999

CHRONISTER
I am interested in a will for Phillip CHRONISTER who died possibly in 1852. Heirs would be Arthur R., Rebecca, Elizabeth, James H. and spouse Dianna.
JoBeth Halferty
Bigrhalf [at] aol [dot] com
Submitted on Sat Jul 10 01:40:46 EDT 1999

CROWDER – HOLLOWAY
Looking for information on the family of Thomas Spencer CROWDER and Elizabeth Jane HOLLOWAY. Thomas was born 12 Feb 1849 Lawrence Co, TN; died 14 Jan 1901 OK. Elizabeth was born 24 Aug 1858 TN; died 4 Oct 1902. Children: Alice Josephine, John Roland, William H., Pearl Eutilla, Thomas Washington, Mary Elizabeth, Lily May, Rhebe Destie, and Joseph Allen. Thomas Spencer CROWDER was the son of John CROWDER (born 1806 SC) and Ann, maiden name unknown, (born 1810 VA). Children of John and Ann CROWDER: Elizabeth, Fartha, William S., Lydia, Emily, Martha, Amanda, John W. Jr, Thomas Spencer, and Eleanor. Thomas Spencer Crowder shows up on the census of Lawrence Co, TN for the years: 1850, 1860, 1870, and 1880. In 1900 he is in Fulton Co, AR. Thomas died in Oklahoma in 1901. Any information on this family is appreciated.
Cheryl Bell — 409 N. Washington, Raymore, MO 64083
cbell [at] kcweb [dot] net
Submitted on Thu Jul 8 14:58:12 EDT 1999

HADDOCK
Seeking info on Herbert Calvin Haddock, born 1894 and died 1968. I belive he is buried in a cemetery in Lawrenceburg, TN. He was married to Fannie Bell (Lawson) Haddock. Looking for any descendants who can provide me with information.
Robert L. Haddock
rhaddock [at] n-link [dot] com
Submitted on Thu Jul 8 13:47:24 EDT 1999

RAY, LAWSON, GIBBS
Seeking information on John RAY of the 1820 Census in Lawrence Co, TN or other RAYS related to the RAYS of Union, Co, SC, including Ambrose RAY (ca 1740-1798), son of John and Susan RAY of Columbia Co, GA. Ambrose had four sisters and four brothers (Joseph, Zachary, John and James). Three RAYS were recorded in the 1790 Census in the 96th District, Union Co, SC: James, John, and Ambrose, and an Alexander RAY was recorded in Spartanburg Co, SC. Also interested in any RAYS related to Marion RAY (1834-1914), son of Carry RAY and Malissa LAWSON. Carry died in Union District, SC before the 1840 Census, leaving a widow and five children. Marion married Elizabeth Jane Gibbs, daughter of Spencer GIBBS and Sarah Ann RAY, and moved to Tippah Co, MS in 1859. Marion’s grandfather (name unknown) died in TN (County unknown) about 1871, and Carry represented his siblings in the settlement of their grandfather’s estate in TN. Will share my information on these families.
Alton Spencer Ray Jr.
altonr [at] star-telegram [dot] com
Submitted on Thu Jul 8 13:21:50 EDT 1999 <
WALKER
I am looking for the Last name of Mary E who was born in December 1, 1820, in Lawrence County who married a William R Walker, who was born in April 8, 1816 in Brunswick county, Virginia, they had a Son Name Benjamin Franklin Walker, born in Nashville, Tenn in 1842, all resided in Tippah county, Mississippi, there were other children, but Benjamin was the oldest one…. I would appreicate any help you may have….
robin
rrw [at] dixie-net [dot] com
Submitted on Thu Jul 8 02:18:12 EDT 1999

JONES,CORBIN,LUALLEN,
I am looking for any imformation on my father’s family. His name was TOM JONES he died 1973 in Osceola Ar.his mother was LUCINDA JONES CORBIN,his father died before he was born? I don’t know his name or anything about him..my father had two sisters SARAH[JONES]SMITH AND SMITHY[JONES]SMITH.His brothers were JIM,ELI,two half brothers FRONZY CORBIN, LONNIE CORBIN.I Don’t know anything about the corbin’s father If any one has any information on these families no matter how small !!! please get in touch with me at my e,mail address “I would love to hear from family”
Pat [Jones] Beard
pcbeard [at] hotmail [dot] com
Submitted on Wed Jul 7 17:17:10 EDT 1999

CURTIS,DOYLE
Would like any info. on Issiah CURTIS listed on 1830 Census, P-298. We believe he could be the father of Paten Eli Curtis b.1829 near the Ky. Tenn. border. He had several brothers one named Isiah who lived with him in 1870 Red River Co.Tx.Issiah CURTIS was possibly married to Nancy BARR DOYLE from Giles Co. Tn. Although I think this was a second marriage. They are listed on the Lauderdale Co,Al.census in 1850. He is a shoemaker. They are on P-359. Any help would be greatly appricated. We don’t know who Paten’s family was.
Mary Curtis
mlouise [at] vzinet [dot] com
Submitted on Wed Jul 7 12:27:09 EDT 1999

BRUMLEY/HUTCHISON/SIMS
William BRUMLEY married Mary HUTCHISON 16 Feb. 1826 in Lawrence Co. bond signed by Jesse SIMS. William SIMS married Elizabeth HUTCHISON in 1825 in Lawrence Co., bond signed by Wm. BRUMLEY. Jesse SIMS married Jemima HUTCHISON abt. 1823 most likely in TN. Need help with families of HUTCHISON’S and BRUMLEY’S and determining their connection to each other.
Ann Sims
mrs [at] lcc [dot] net
Submitted on Wed Jul 7 01:22:37 EDT 1999

JOHN AND ELIZABETH NELSON
Looking for anything on John and Elizabeth Daniels Nelson. They were in Lawrence County in 1820. Looking death and birth of them and children. Sally Nelson Metz
Sally Nelson Metz — 5312 24th Street Ct, E., Bradenton, FL 34203
mudi [at] gte [dot] net
Submitted on Tue Jul 6 20:52:19 EDT 1999

STEPHENS, MCMASTERS
I am researching the family of John STEPHENS, my grandfather, and his wife, Ethel Grace MCMASTERS, my grandmother. John was born 12/25/1896, and died in April, 1971. He had several brothers. Three of them were Joe, George, and Ralph, all of Lawrence County. George had a son named Harris STEPHENS, who used to run a grocery in Lawrenceburg. The only info I have about Ethel Grace MCMASTERS is that she died around 1953 and is buried beside the church at Five Points, in Lawrence County. She may also have had some Cherokee heritage. Any info would be greatly appreciated.
Jerry W Stephens
tnlonewolf [at] tnns [dot] net
Submitted on Tue Jul 6 19:31:42 EDT 1999

MCDONALD,MELTON,MARSON,JONES
I am interested in finding out about my grandfather. He was born Jan. 1, 1895, died 6/15/58. Far as I know he lived in Lawrence County, Iron City, Tenn., except when he was in the Army. His father & mother’s name were Jim (or James)Mcdonald & hers was Pauly Ann Melton. He had 2 brothers & 2 sisters. Their names were Frank,Oliver, Ader and Minnie. My grandfather married Alice Jones & had 5 kids-Carl, Dot, Sue, Carolyn Ann & another girl who died after stepping on a nail. Alice Jones remarried to a James Marson and they had children, names I don”t know, they lived in Portsvilles, Mo. Please anyone with infromation, please let me know.
Lynn Hatcher
mistic [at] intrstar [dot] net
Submitted on Tue Jul 6 08:42:55 EDT 1999

BURRIS
I am researching BURRIS who lived in Lawrence County, TN in early to mid 1800s. The older William BURRIS(married Catherine DAVIS in 1835) is my 3rd great grandfather and the younger William BURRIS, his son, (married Deely WIGGS in 1836) is my 2nd great grandfather. Is anyone else searching this line? Would love to hear from you and share info.
Leona Milbourn
jdwmilb [at] seark [dot] net
Submitted on Mon Jul 5 19:18:38 EDT 1999

POWELL, ARLEDGE, GOWEN
Trying to trace Charles McNiel POWELL and wife Carrie Elizabeth Arledge. Son William Lee Powell married Oral GOWEN.
Jeanne P. Tutor
neantutor [at] aol [dot] com
Submitted on Mon Jul 5 15:24:29 EDT 1999

BUTLER
I am researching my great grandfather Alonzo Lewis Butler, born May 1859. According to census records he was born in TN, his father was born in TN, and his mother was born in AL. I have all the information after he married my great grandmother, but nothing before his marriage. Any help is very appreciated. Thank you and look forward to hearing from you. Tammy Covey
Tammy Covey — 2010 North Sunshine Road, Fayetteville, AR 72704-6302
TCovey0498 [at] aol [dot] com
Submitted on Sat Jul 3 23:31:32 EDT 1999

HUCKABA, STAGGS, KIMBREL, AND MORGAN
I’m looking for any info. on the following surnames: HUCKABA, MORGAN, KIMBREL, STAGGS, Please email me at dmavans1 [at] aol [dot] com Martha Avans
Martha Avans
dmavans1 [at] aol [dot] com
Submitted on Tue Jul 13 21:02:42 EDT 1999