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ALVIS
Looking for information on death of Henry Alvis who died Oct. 3, 1894 in Lawrence County (mabye West Point) and is buried in Mt. Zion Cemetery in Lawrenceburg. He was reportedly hung but I have not confirmed this nor do I have any other details. Would apreciate any lead.
Sue Lynn
LL442 [at] aol [dot] com
Submitted on Sun Sep 28 21:30:00 MDT 2003

WISDOM, THOMAS
I am searching for information on thomas WISDOM who was born about 1926 and died in 1947. He probably was raised around Westpoint, TN. His grave is at the graveyard across the creek from the little Mt. Zion Methodist on Westpoint Rd. I would like information on his parents and siblings.
Shirley Lands — 1550 Westpoint Rd, Westpoint, TN 38486
sdllands89 [at] aol [dot] com
Submitted on Fri Sep 26 06:48:33 MDT 2003

DILDINE
I am looking for any information on any DILDINEs living in Lawrence County in the 1800s. Any help would be appreciated.
Peggy Gunter
p [dot] a [dot] gunter [at] worldnet [dot] att [dot] net
Submitted on Mon Sep 22 20:53:37 MDT 2003

LANE
I am looking for any information on Francis Marion LANE. His birth date is: 05/05/1822 and his death date is: 10/15/1899. Any information on him or his parents would be greatly appreciated.
Amie Lane
amieandcarl [at] yahoo [dot] com
Submitted on Tue Sep 16 14:33:06 MDT 2003

GRAHAM, LAVENDER
I am looking for my grandparents graves, they are the GRAHAMS, she was a LAVENDER..She, i am told is buried in McMinn county..Her name is Olive(Ollie?) Lavender Graham..He is buried,I am told in Boneges, cementary.His name is A.E.(Bud,Aquilla,Aquila)Graham.My grandparents are mostly cherokee, again, i am told. any information would be helpfull. I do not know the dates of their birth or death.
Barbara Smith
barbrasmith [at] bellsouth [dot] net
Submitted on Mon Sep 15 23:07:35 MDT 2003

FREEMAN, COLLINS
Looking for information on William Newton Freeman, b 16 Oct 1876, d 3 Oct 1936, bur Wesley’s Chapel Cem, Lawrence Cnty, TN, married Henryetta Collins on 21 Sep 1898.
David Wilson
Patches148 [at] comcast [dot] net
Submitted on Thu Sep 11 09:28:51 MDT 2003

WIGGS, POAG, CHRISTENBERRY, BURGESS
I would appreciate any information on the POAG or WIGGS families or related lines. My grandmother was Urah Ann Poag, born 7 Aug 1879, Lawrenceburg, Lawrence co., TN, married Floyd Wayne Wiggs 22 Jun 1899, Lawrenceburg, TN. He worked for Pikney Mining Co. the family moved to Florida in the 1930’s
Bob Eubanks
eubanks17 [at] juno [dot] com
Submitted on Thu Sep 11 04:18:33 MDT 2003

LITTRELL
looking for info on the Littrell Family. my grandmother was Nora M. Littrell, daughter of Joseph Littrell and Frances Freeman.would like to find anyone with ties to her family, and if there was any native american blood there-in.
Karen Hernandez’
Kkaren122956 [at] aol [dot] com
Submitted on Wed Sep 10 08:09:39 MDT 2003

CUMMINGS
Doing research on the MAUPIN/CUMMINGS family of Lawrence County, Tennessee. Would appreciate corresponding with anyone working on the same families.
William R. Albertson
maupinreunion [at] carrollsweb [dot] com
Submitted on Sat Sep 6 08:56:16 MDT 2003

VAUGHTER,VAWTER
MY GGGGGRANDFATHER WAS JOHN VAUGHTER WHO’S DAUGHTER WAS MELINDA VAUGHTER BORN OCT.12, 1812 IN LAWRENCE COUNTY. ANY INFORMATION ON THIS FAMILY WILL BE CHERISHED.
CAROL
LEEC [at] SHELBY-SHERIFF [dot] ORG
Submitted on Fri Sep 5 09:17:26 MDT 2003

BELEW, COMER, SPRINGER, GIBBS,
I am a Belew researcher. And have worked on the Belew family for 27 years. And am looking for any family members related to the Belew’s I have over 2000 pages of info and have collected 300 photos on the Belew family. Hope to share and hear from someone.
Bill Sherrell — 1019 S. 18th st. , Chesterton, IN 46304
beliew [at] juno [dot] com
Submitted on Sun Aug 31 21:27:32 MDT 2003

WARREN, CHAFFIN
Researching Joseph L.WARREN and Mercella A. CHAFFIN microfilm records shows their marriage as 21 Nov 1847 in Lawrence County. The 1850 Federal Census shows the couple living in Giles County with one child by the name of Harriet Jane. The 1860/1870 Federal census shows the same couple with children: Harriet Jane, Francis E., William L., Marion D., Mary Ann A, Sarah D. and Eighter. Looking for further info. and cousins.
Terry Woodward — 10120 N Yates Ct, Westminster, CO 80031
terrylwoodward [at] aol [dot] com
Submitted on Sun Aug 31 20:29:37 MDT 2003

BRATTON
Would like to find out any information of Joseph Henderson Bratton (b. 1825 TN) and Jane Bratton (b. 1827 TN). Moved to Lauderdale Co., AL by 1848, where they married. They are listed from 1850 up in AL, but I am unable to link to either Joseph’s or Jane’s parents or exactly where in TN. It is indicated both parents were born in SC. Thanks Patty
Patty Birdsong — 3303 Parkwood, Jonesboro, AR 72401
tweetville [at] yahoo [dot] com
Submitted on Thu Aug 28 09:09:10 MDT 2003

BLASSINGAME
I am searching for information on SUSAN BLASSINGAME. I am not sure of the exact county of her birth which was around 1826. She married Alexander PICKARD in Lawrence County in 1841.
Sondra
snash32 [at] aol [dot] com
Submitted on Tue Aug 26 11:29:48 MDT 2003

PICKARD
I am searching for information on ALEXANDER C. PICKARD, born in 1824 in Lawrence County.
Sondra
SNash32 [at] aol [dot] com
Submitted on Tue Aug 26 11:27:35 MDT 2003

KELLY/KELLEY/MELTON/TUCKER
Searching for any information on: John Kelly b. 1828 TN d. aft 1900 in Lauderdale Co., AL John married Letty Rebecca Melton b.1838 TN d. aft 1910 in Lauderdale Co., AL they married 21 Mar 1854 in Lawrence Co., TN and signed for by Richard Melton (possible brother to Letty, their father may of been Wm Melton). I believe Jeremiah Kelly maybe the father of John. The 1850 Lawrence Co census indicated Jeremiah Kelly and household, including John, then next door lived the Younger family with Richard Melton residing. The 1850 Monroe Co., MS census indicated Letty R. Melton residing with married sister Adeline Tribble. The 1880 Lauderdale AL census indicated Enoch and Martha Tucker boarding with my John Kelly and family.Would like to share information. Thank You Patty Birdsong tweetville [at] yahoo [dot] com
Patty Birdsong — 3303 Parkwood, Jonesboro, AR 72401
tweetville [at] yahoo [dot] com
Submitted on Tue Aug 26 05:40:06 MDT 2003

SMITH
I am looking for the information on Harvey Smith b. 8-26-1893 and d. on 9-17-55 and information on his wife Annie Mae Smith b.10-1901 and died on 3-26-1950. Thank you for your help.
Stacey Van Vliet — 1308 Leaf Avenue, Murfreesboro, TN 37130
stacey_30 [at] msn [dot] com
Submitted on Sun Aug 24 22:50:29 MDT 2003

BOLDIN, WILLIAMS
Searching for information on a Milam B. Boldin born about 1864. Married to Pollyann Williams.
Kyle James
kyle [dot] d [dot] james [at] worldnet [dot] att [dot] net
Submitted on Sun Aug 24 11:12:20 MDT 2003

ROBERTS,MELTON
Looking for any information on Jacob Roberts B; 1845 Tn.and wife Sarah Melton B: 1847 Al.or Ms. Married 28 Oct.1867, and all their children were born in Lawrence Tn. believe Jacobs parents are Thomas J. Roberts and Martha Doyal.Believe Sarah’s parents are James R. Melton and Sarah. Thanks Helen mills
Helen Mills
remohmills [at] aol [dot] com
Submitted on Fri Aug 22 15:40:11 MDT 2003

BARNICKEL
Trying to trace ancestors of John Henry BARNICKEL who immigrated from Germany via Ohio, m. Narcissus Ella CLIFTON 1879, living in Lawrence Co. TN at time of 1880 census. Am at a complete dead end. Many thanks for any assistance.
Kevi Goppert — 379 Schluersburg Rd, Augusta, MO 63332
Kgoppert [at] att [dot] net
Submitted on Fri Aug 22 15:08:40 MDT 2003

MORRIS
Looking for information about the parents and siblings of Elijah MORRIS, born abt 1827 in AL or TN. He married Nancy E. MASSEY in Lawrence Co., on 5 Apr 1849 and then lived in Giles Co. in 1850. Thanks
Linda
help [at] superiorautovents [dot] com
Submitted on Thu Aug 21 22:10:07 MDT 2003

KELLY, MELTON
In search of John Kelly (b.1828 TN) married Letty Melton (b.1838 TN) married in Lawrence Co., TN in 1854. I feel John’s parents maybe Jeremiah D. and Mary Polly Kelly, located in the 1850 and 1860 Lawrence census. I feel Letty’s father is William Melton and brother is Richard Melton. John and Letty had 5 children in TN and then moved to Lauderdale Co., AL about 1875, where they had 1 more child. Any information would be greatly appreciated. Thank You Patty
Patty Birdsong — 3303 Parkwood, Jonesboro, AR 72401
tweetville [at] yahoo [dot] com
Submitted on Tue Aug 12 15:07:24 MDT 2003

REV. J.C. MOODY
I am looking for information about J. C. MOODY, a Congregational Methodist preacher who lived in Ethridge, TN in 1916-1917. I’d like to know what Congregational Methodist Churches are in the area and any information about him.
Annette Slate
anslate [at] aol [dot] com
Submitted on Thu Aug 7 21:43:33 MDT 2003

ABERNATHY,BARNES,BURK,BURKE,COWAN,HOWARD,HENDRIX,LAFFERRY,MCCORD,ROSS,TURNER
Am seeking info on the following names, Thomas HOWARD,b.1855-56 in TN. Mary C. ABERNATHY-TURNER,b. 1853-54 in Lauderdale Co. AL. Mary was born an ABERNATHY to Harmon and Jane (TURNER) ABERNATHY and after the death of Jane,Mary and her siblings were raised by their maternal grandparents, James A. and Lavinia E.(COWAN)TURNER.
Sandra Fischer
imsandy [at] qwest [dot] net
Submitted on Sun Jul 27 21:16:55 MDT 2003

LAWRENCE
I’m looking for my maternal line, and I stop at Lily (Lillie) Lee Lawrence. Can someone help me find out who *her* mothers were? I would like to go as far back as possible to the British Isles or Europe.
M J Pittman
jane [dot] na [at] lycos [dot] com
Submitted on Sun Jul 27 07:48:03 MDT 2003

MOORE, FISHER
I am trying to locate the gravesite of my great grandmother, Emma FISHER MOORE whose husband J.Fred MOORE and several children are buried in Hughes Cemetery in Lawrence County. She died in Pulaski (1960) while living with her son William Fred MOORE who is buried in Mt. Pisgah cemetery in Giles County. Any help greatly appreciated.
Barbara D. Cameron
geoandbarcam [at] cox-internet [dot] com
Submitted on Fri Jul 25 13:30:11 MDT 2003

CREWS
Crews Look up for Jermiah Crews 1900 and 1910 in Lawrence County. 1900 – Jermiah B. Crews – b. 6/1850 – Born in TN. Dist # 5, Page # 47A. Jermiah B. Crews found in: Census Microfilm Records: Tennessee, 1900 Lived in: 5 District, Lawrence County, Tennessee Series: T623 Microfilm: 1584 Book: 1 Page: 47 1910 Crews, Jerry B. Age: 59 Gender: M Race: W Birthplace: TN State: Tennessee County: LAWRENCE Locale: 6-DIST Series: T624 Roll: 1509 Part: 2
Bettye Liberty
bliberty [at] adelphia [dot] net
Submitted on Thu Jul 24 03:25:43 MDT 2003

HOLT
Trying to find information about this family listed on 1880 census of Lawrence County, TN: Rob HOLT (M)(W) age 36 b: 1844 TN Father b: TN Mother: b: TN / Wife: Elizabeth (F)(W) age 32 b: 1848 TN Father: b: NC Mother: b: NC / Children of Rob HOLT and Elizabeth: (1) Robt. T. HOLT age 7 b: 1873 TN (2) Andrew HOLT age 6 b: 1874 TN (3) Alford V. HOLT age 6m b: 1880 TN I am trying to find out anything about them and other children they may have had. I think this may be a connection to my husband’s grandfather, Joseph(Joe)E. HOLT b: February 22, 1884 TN. Joseph had a brother named Alford V. HOLT who moved to Cullman County, Alabama. Joseph and a brother named Robert(Bob) HOLT, moved to Franklin County, Alabama. Trying to find enough information to establish this family line as being the correct connection. Any help most appreciated.
Judith CARVER HOLT
reuni_on_line [at] hotmail [dot] com
Submitted on Mon Jul 21 19:29:31 MDT 2003

JOHN J.KELLY AND LETTY R. MELTON
Trying to find any information on John J. Kelly (b. ca 1828) who married Letty R. Melton (b. ca 1838) in 1854 in Lawrence Co., TN. They moved to Lauderdale Co., AL about 1868. They had 6 children; George W., Amanda J., William, John, Mary M. all in TN and Robert Lee in AL. Please contact me if you have any information. Thank you, Patty
Patty Birdsong — 3303 Parkwood, Jonesboro, AR 72401
tweetville [at] yahoo [dot] com
Submitted on Thu Jul 17 22:14:32 MDT 2003

LITTRELL , AND STORY FAMILYS
am looking for info on anyone who is blood kin to the family of JOSEPH A. LITTRELL who was married to FRANCES FREEMAN. also looking for any family links to MARY A. STORY who was married to JESSE LITTRELL.
karen hernandez’
Kkaren122956 [at] aol [dot] com
Submitted on Tue Jul 15 12:33:38 MDT 2003

CROSS
Seeking info on a John L. CROSS b. abt 1857/8/9 in Lawrence co.Tn. May have been son of John Wesley Cross. May be the John Cross who mar. Nannie K. SASSEEN in Henderson . Ky. on May 12. 1886. John CROSS was mar. once before. Thanks. Sam Y. Perkins sperkins [at] bvunet [dot] net
Sam Y. Perkins
sperkins [at] bvunet [dot] net
Submitted on Fri Jul 11 09:11:31 MDT 2003

POLLOCK, PENNINGTON
I am trying to find information about Benjamin POLLOCK, I believe he may be a part of the POLLOCK family that came to Lawrence county among the first settlers. He had at least two daughters Mary Addie POLLOCK who married James Knox PENNINGTON and Sally POLLOCK. I have Mary POLLOCK’s birthplace to be Lewis County.
Lisa Laudermilk — 1017 Oak Grove Lane, Royse City, TX 75189
jeremylisa [at] netzero [dot] net
Submitted on Mon Jul 7 17:12:49 MDT 2003

WILLIAMS
I am looking for any information I can get on Thomas Williams. He was in Lawrence Co. Tn. in 1837 having land there. I have no information besides this, trying to make a family connection. Thank-You for any help.
gail albright
galbright2 [at] aol [dot] com
Submitted on Fri Jul 4 22:47:43 MDT 2003

ROBERTS, VANDIVER
I am trying to find information on James and Nancy Roberts. They are listed on the 1860 census of Lawrence Co. Tn., living with John H.Vandiver and thier daughter Martha Roberts Vandiver. Thank-You for any help with these two.
Gail Albright
galbright2 [at] aol [dot] com
Submitted on Fri Jul 4 22:44:09 MDT 2003

DOWDEN
Does the library of Lawrenceburg Lawrence co Tn. have a newspaper obit file. I would like to see the obit of Wilda Dowden b/1933 d/ Nov 11 2002.
Betty — 421 S. West Ave., Sidney, OH 45365
bettd [at] bright [dot] net
Submitted on Fri Jul 4 06:06:31 MDT 2003

BURNS
I am searching for information on James Burns who resided in and died Lawrence county. His death date is listed between 1849 and 1851. Would like to confirm death date,place buried, and a will if left behind, and any other family information on James Burns, b. abt 1794.
geraldine baker
hardtown33 [at] aol [dot] com
Submitted on Thu Jul 3 08:25:51 MDT 2003