First Quarter--1997 Queries


Darlene Tracy Wed Jan 1 07:32:45 1997
HOWELL, NICHOLSON, LOWERY are the names in particular that I am looking for. Robert Nathaniel Henry HOWELL and his descendants. He was initially married to Elizabeth NICHOLSON in TN in 1836 and moved to Smith County TX in 1856 or thereabout. They had twelve children. I have much information on the boys and their descendants but very little on some of the girls. Here are the children's names: Telitha, Mariah Caroline, Marella, Sarah Elizabeth, Christopher Lamanthus, Leonidas Stanwix, Samuel Houston, Isaac Montivelle, B. Briggs, Joseph, Emily Amelia, Thirsy Jane. After Elizabeth's death, Robert NH married Mrs. Nancy LOWERY and moved to Comanche County where they remained for the rest of their lives. Robert NH died Dec. 10, 1896 and is buried there in DeLeon cemetery. I have a LOT of info to share and would like to hear from anyone knowing anything about

Sandra Delashaw Warden Tue Jan 7 18:15:28 1997
Granddad Roy Jasper Camp 1893-1972 of Ft. Worth said his father Caswell Jordan Camp 1852-1918 was a member of the Choctaw tribe and had family members in Paducah, TX. Caswell was born in Panola co., married Sarah Emaline Harris in 1878 in Comanche, TX. His father Johnson Camp was born in Gwinnett co, GA, married Emily T. Lacy there in 1838. Please contact me if you know any of these folks!

Sandra Delashaw Warden Fri Jan 10 13:08:05 1997
GGM Sarah Emaline Harris b. 1859 in Palo Pinto co,TX, married Caswell Jordan Camp in Tarrant co, TX and died 1878 in Comanche co, TX. She is said to have been part Cherokee Indian. Her parents were Jerry F. Harris b. 1830, TN (who died in 1930 from being run over by a train in Comanche, TX) and Sarah Jane Moore b. 1832 SC, died 1906 in Comanche, TX. Jerry and Sarah Harris had also sons Poley (Napoleon) and Harvey and daughter Martha Harris Lane. Please contact me if you know these folks!

Tom Corder Sat Jan 18 19:56:16 1997
I am looking for information on Doctor Samuel WALKER who migrated to Hamilton Co. sometime in the 1860's from Arkansas, Tennessee and Missouri. Born 1828 in Tennessee. Married Margaret J. Hurley, born April 4, 1832 in Missouri. He died October 29, 1893 in Stephens Co. Buried in DeLeon. History books mention him during the Comanche years. I am looking for any information. Will gladly share.

Doris DELL Fri Jan 31 15:17:03 1997
HUNT, GAINES, HALL, NUCKOLS, CUNNINGHAM Lydia Evelyn HUNT born 1854 in Fayette Co TX to William J. HUNT b TN and Loucinda GAINES b GA, married (1) 1872 to J. S. HALL, married (2) 1876 to Samuel Rueben NUCKOLS, married (3) 1905 in Bell Co TX to James CUNNINGHAM, sheriff of Comanche Co TX. Children: William Duke NUCKOLS, James Dillard NUCKOLS, Edwin Dabney NUCKOLS. Lydia Evelyn HUNT HALL NUCKOLS CUNNINGHAM died 1933 in Comanche Co TX and was buried by Samuel Rueben NUCKOLS at Bethelehem Cemetery in Whitney, Hill County, Texas. Any information on her family or descendents appreciated. Doris DELL, POB 4184, West Hills CA 91308.

Doris DELL Sun Feb 2 12:47:10 1997
BURKS, TRAYLOR, HARRIS, CUNNINGHAM, LYON, ROBINSON Elizabeth BURKS born 1828 Jasper Co GA to James LYON BURKS and Martha ROBINSON (1) married 1847 in Union Co AR to Champion Travis TRAYLOR. Champion died 1855 in a robbery said to have been done by indians in San Saba Co TX. Elizabeth returned, after the birth of last child, Champion Junior, in Burnet; she was escorted by her brother Thomas Jefferson BURKS to their father's home in Scott Co MS. TJ BURKS wrote of that trip where he saw the "Stars and Bars" fly for the first time over the state of TEXAS. Elizabeth (2) married 1862 Thomas Jefferson HARRIS Junior, widower of her sister. They migrated to Texas and resided in Hill Co TX before they settled in Comanche Co TX. Elizabeth and Thomas HARRIS are buried in Shilo Cemetery. Children by her first Marriage: Laura Ann TRAYLOR who married James CUNNINGHAM--both buried in Shilo Cemetery James Franklin TRAYLOR b 1850 Martha Frances TRAYLOR b 1851 John Thomas TRAYLOR b 1853 Champion Travis TRAYLOR b 1855 in Burnet. <Several children were born to Thomas HARRIS in first marriage.> Chilren by her second Marriage: Robert Emmett Lee HARRIS b 1863 Albert Sidney HARRIS b 1865 Exah Jane HARRIS b 1868 Jesse Gardner HARRIS b 1873 Richard Coke HARRIS b 1874. Any information on these families will be appreciated. Doris DELL POB 4184 West Hills CA 91308

Michael Voirin Fri Feb 7 22:43:50 1997
William H MCDONALD and Frances L WARD 1870's in Comanche & Navarro County, TX. Alice A MCDONALD & Benjamin Jefferson BOYDSTON.
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Rita Jones Thu Feb 13 09:31:23 1997
Looking for: Jacob C. LINGLE who married Annie Elizabeth ROBERTS in Illinois. She had a brother named M.R. ROBERTS living nearby in Erath County, TX also born in Illinois. Lingles donated land for LINGLEVILLE, TX and moved to Indian Territory. Would also like information on BYFORD families, and also McKINNEY. James MCKINNEY lived in Parker Co.TX in Weatherford before moving to I.T. He and his family came from Barbour Co., Alabama. Family history always claimed a connection to McKINNEY, TX but need proof of connection to Collin MCKINNEY who it was named for. Also would like information on family of Elia ROBERTS who fought in the Mexican War, recieved Bounty land in Hockley , TX was married to Patsy Irons or Smith and lived in FAlls Co., After she died he married Mrs. Melvina BOWERS, widow of LT. John BOWERS from Arkansas. He and Patsey had sons John and James ROBERTS. They later moved to Indian Territory. John ROBERTS married Frances JEFFREYS MACKEY in Comanche, TX. Will share what information I have.

Millicent Bridges Tue Feb 18 07:14:56 1997
Searching for info on John Andrew NORRID, b. 19 Aub 1836 in Claiborne Parish, La. m. Frances Elizabeth MCDONALD on 2 Sept 1866 in Bienville Parish, La. and d. 28 Oct 1906 in Comanache, Texas, buried in City Cemetery. Their children: James Samuel NORRID m. Emily J. Dillon; Edward David NORRID M. Azalee Roe; Laura Ada Lou NORRID; John Wilson NORRID m. Venah Roe; and Martha Evaline NORRID who possibly married W.D. LAMMONS. I would like to be in touch with any/all descendants and would like verification of dates of death of John Andrew and Frances Elizabeth--will gladly pay for pictures of their tombstones. I will be happy to share all info I have on JOHN ANDREW NORRID'S ancestors and peers.

Dana Thomas Tue Mar 4 02:52:57 1997
I am looking for the burial place and death date of: Amos Franklin CULP b: April 19, 1835 in Kentucky husband of Amelia Caroline MAHONEY. Children: Mason W, Melisa, Misoury Ann, Mary Jane, George Washington, Henry Michael. It is my understanding that he died in Gustine, Comanche county but no one there can find anything on him there. I have no about date as to when he died. Sorry. I know this family was in Cass, Titus (Morris), and Comanche counties. My greatest appreciation, Dana

Jim Terry Mon Mar 3 09:33:09 1997
Researching JAMES D. BROCK, GEORGE W. ROGERS, MARY ELIZABETH BLANCHETT, ELIZABETH WALKER in Dublin, ERATH County. James D. BROCK was a merchant in Dublin, married BIRDIE ROGERS, daughter of GEORGE W. ROGERS and MARY ELIZABETH BLANCHETT who was a daughter of Mrs ELIZABETH WALKER who received a Texas Land Patent of a League and a Labor in ERATH and COMANCHE counties. Will gladly exchange information.

Rita Jones Thu Feb 13 09:31:23 1997
Looking for: Jacob C. LINGLE who married Annie Elizabeth ROBERTS in Illinois. She had a brother named M.R. ROBERTS living nearby in Erath County, TX also born in Illinois. Lingles donated land for LINGLEVILLE, TX and moved to Indian Territory. Would also like information on BYFORD families, and also McKINNEY. James MCKINNEY lived in Parker Co.TX in Weatherford before moving to I.T. He and his family came from Barbour Co., Alabama. Family history always claimed a connection to McKINNEY, TX but need proof of connection to Collin MCKINNEY who it was named for. Also would like information on family of Elia ROBERTS who fought in the Mexican War, recieved Bounty land in Hockley , TX was married to Patsy Irons or Smith and lived in FAlls Co., After she died he married Mrs. Melvina BOWERS, widow of LT. John BOWERS from Arkansas. He and Patsey had sons John and James ROBERTS. They later moved to Indian Territory. John ROBERTS married Frances JEFFREYS MACKEY in Comanche, TX. Will share what information I have.

Oma Stevens Sun Feb 2 08:19:37 1997
1880 census Leon Co.: LUSK, William L. b.ca.1848 MS Caledonia PARKER LUSK b.ca. 1857 TX Viola Tabitha LUSK b. 1879 Leon Co. Sophronia PARKER b.ca. 1855 TX Alameda PARKER b.ca.1859 TX Ebey SMITH b.ca. 1874 TX (orphan) Caledonia died when Viola was young. Viola was later raised by an uncle according to family story. Viola later appears in Comanche Co. married to John William DAVIS in 1900. What happened to the other family members? Who was the parents of the PARKER girls? Any info would be appreciated.
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Sue Runnells Peltier Mon Feb 10 00:15:54 1997
What happened to William M. RUNNELLS? He was born in Monroe Co, IA, 2 Dec 1846, son of Perry Stephen RUNNELLS and Clarissa CONE. Enlisted in Union Army and went to Texas; according to his military records, he deserted to the Confederates in Texas. Family story states that his family went to Texas, and when they left he stayed behind. In 1880 he was living in Comanche Co., with wife Mary, children Perry (10 years), Senora (8 years), George (6 years), Alice (2 months). Would like contact with any descendants, to fill in this branch. Have a great deal of information to share!
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Darlene Ivy Sat Mar 22 20:23:33 1997
I am searching for any information on the STONE family of Comache Cnty., TX during the 1800's. Any information on the families of Martin STONE, William STONE, Green STONE, Redman STONE, John L. STONE, and Andrew STONE. I do know that the children of Martin & Nancy Stone were Jane M. STONE, Green B. STONE, John Martin STONE and Martha J. STONE, and that John Martin married Ann Eliza HILL on Aug. 19, 1875. This branch of the STONE family was originally from Tennessee and were in TX by 1870 census...lost track by 1880 census. Information on descendants of any of my family will be greatly appreciated.

Patricia Kyle Sat Mar 29 14:34:57 1997
John Arlie PAUL b.7 June 1829 GA/NC, d.8 January 1917 TX. Resided in Cuthbert, Randolph Co., GA w/wife Louisa P. MATTHEWS before emigrating to Harrison Co., TX with children John Z., Martha Ann Francis, Sarah Jane, Emily, Nancy E. In his GA hh lived a John PAUL, b.1792 SC, d.1860-70 GA. Father/uncle? Looking for sibs/descendants of John Arlie PAUL. Daughter Emily thought to have married an ALEXANDER. Orphans Henrietta (Hennie), b.1890 TX & William, b.1886 TX sent to live w/aunt Mattie (Paul) Choat in Eastland Co., TX a.1910. Looking for their descendants. Daughter Martha Ann Francis (Mattie) PAUL m. Thomas Jefferson CHOAT, s/o Austin CHOAT & JoAnn HENDERSON of Marion Co., TN & Harrison Co., TX. Mattie & TJ lived in Gorman, Eastland Co., TX & had children Jessie, Virginia Bess (Jennie), Ara, Cuthbert (Bertie), Albert, Mamie Elizabeth, Mellie J., Mirtle Georgia, & John Austin CHOAT. Looking for descendants. Also looking for descendants of TJ CHOAT's twin brother James Madison CHOAT, b.30 January 1849 TX, d.January 1918 TX. Relative Sallie Choate Kennedy wrote a Choate researcher in the 1970's & cannot find her. She used to live in VA & was an airline stewardess. Looking for descendants of Tom M. ROBERTS, brother to William A. ROBERTS. Were orphan sons of S.M. ROBERTS & Adaline HENDERSON; sent to live with uncle Joseph S. HENDERSON in Mt. Pleasant, Titus Co. TX by 1880. Desperately seeking leads on S.M. ROBERTS parents & sibs. Son Tom b.1876 TX & thought to have m. in Titus Co., to a Stella (?). Henderson relatives thought to be from Jasper Co., GA. Also looking for descendant of CHOAT/GLEASON or CHOAT/RICE daughter who has the Baptist hymnal with the song written by brother-in-law William A. Roberts published within it. Surnames tied to these queries are: PAUL, RICE, ALEXANDER, HARRIS, ELSTON, MILAM, ROBERTS, HENDERSON, HARRELL, BANDY, RUMPLE, CHANDLER, PACKWOOD, STINSON, HARRIDGE, SHESSER, GLEASON, WIDNER. Please respond to PJ Achramowicz at: kylep@century.msmail.spe.sony.com

CONNIE THOMAS GRIFFIN Thu Apr 3 18:36:25 1997
WILLIAMS, THOMAS, COX: I am looking for any descendants of Jefferson Price WILLIAMS, born May 8,1862 in MO., married Trecy HILL, lived in Weatherford in the 1920's. I am a grt-grt- granddaughter of his brother, James Thomas WILLIAMS, born July 3, 1852, married to Samantha Parlee JOHNSTON. Would like infor- mation on Mt. Carmel Cemetery, and other burial plots. Would like any information on Aldie THOMAS, born January 4, 1900 in Comanche Co., married Grace Lee WILLIAMS, b. July 22,1898, dau. of James Thomas WILLIAMS. Would also like information on Mindy COX, mother of Aldie THOMAS, Her father was a Judge in either Parker or Comanche Co. Does the COX CEMETERY have any- to do with the above COX family?

Robin Minadeo Mon Apr 7 11:32:26 1997
Looking for information on JULIA A. FRANCIS WATSON b. 1847-1848 in Dublin, Texas Erath Co. I need parents and siblings names etc.....Also need information on MARTHA ANN TERRY POWERS( maiden name-Ferrier)died 11-4- 1892 in Dublin, Texas Erath Co. Need info on GINEVRA POWERS b 7-19-1880 in either Erath or Comanche Co. Texas...

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