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  • Simon Shaffer & Nellie Patrick - I'm looking for info on my great great grandparents who were married in Edgar Co. Illinois April 15, 1876 SIMON SHAFFER AND NELLIE PATRICK or KIRKPATRICK. In 1860 Edgar Co. Census SIMON SHAFFER with PHILIP & NANCY HESS their childred LEVI & ELIZABETH. SIMON'S mother shows MARGARET SCHAFFER, childred HARRISON, SIMON, ELMIRA,WILLIAM. The 1870 Census of Edgar Co. shows NELLIE KIRKPATRICK living with the SAMUEL PRESTON family. Barry & Teresa - 30 Dec 1998
  • Jonathan (J.D.) Stark - I am looking for information that can be provided concerning the family of Jonathan D. (J. D.) d. April 06, 1898, and Nancy Stark d. December 31, 1899, who lived in Edgar County in the 1860s through the 1880s. During that time the following children were born to them:

    Mary Ella STARK b. 1873
    d. April 23, 1902.
    Elija (Eli) Browning
    Their marriage ended in divorce. Her sister Hannah's Bible gives her last name as "Fletcher" at her death April 1902.

    John Clement STARK
    b. September 16, 1863
    d. January 23, 1892
    m. Mary I. Belle Browning
    b. July 03, 1863

    Hannah Anna STARK (my gGrandmother)
    b. November 02, 1866
    d. January 27, 1941
    m. Elbridge Smith
    b.. July 31, 1855, in Ohio
    d. September 21, 1927

    James STARK
    d. 1929
    m. Ann
    d. March 1925

    Thank you, Robert - 25 Dec 1998
  • Marngel Beck - Vernon Frank Beck, My father, died in automobile acident in 1939. A brother of Vernon was a painter and died sometime later in Washington, DC. A brother, Marngel remained in Paris. I do remember that Marngel had several children. I would appreciate any contact with any one with information on the location of these lost relatives. Bob Hoover - 22 Dec 1998
  • Lorenus Mathew Baker - Is anyone researching Lorenus Matthew BAKER b. 30 Nov 1811 Adams Berkshire co. MA d. 1881 buried Butternut Cem. married (1) 1832 Licking co. OH Clarissa WILLISON (2) 1868 Clark co. IL Martha BOWERS? Moved to the Edgar co. ca. 1850. Lorenus Matthew BAKER was the son of Rev. Matthew BAKER JR. b. 1791 Stamford Bennington co. VT buried 1852 Hurrican Cem. Hutton Twp. Coles co, IL Thank you Bob White - 16 Dec 1998
  • William E. Gosnell - Looking for parents and siblings on William E. Gosnell who was born somewhere in PA in about 1812. He married a Rachel Myers who was born 1827 in Edgar Township, Edgar County, Ill. The notes left to me indicate that they had several children all born in Edgar County. Any and all help would be appreciated. Contact me if you have ANYTHING that may help. Thanks Richard Gostnell - 16 Dec 1998
  • Johnson - Just learned my great uncle was born in Grand View in 1842. I would be delighted to hear from anyone from this area or with this surname. Reba Gale - 14 Dec 1998
  • John Berry - Searching for John Berry who died in Edgar County July 4, 1884. Wife is Mary Hogan who died there in 1853. Hope to learn who there children were with possible link to Berrys in Hardin County, Ky. Thanks. Marilyn - 10 Dec 1998
  • Martha Brimberry - Seeking information on Martha Brimberry (born July 18,1894 in Lerna, married Oct. 22,1910 in Paris) and her parents. george Brimberry and Kathern Ethel Workman. Any information would be greatly appreciated. Thank you. Lynette Mortimer - 28 Nov 1998
  • Larkin G. Berry - Larkin G BERRY was born in Hardin co Ky on 22 Jan 1861. Larkin G. married Nancy O. Whitten(Witten) and had at least one child (John M.) born June 1884 in Kentucky. John M married Sudie A Lush in Grayson county Ky on January 29, 1913. Sudie was born 1894 and was daughter of J R "Bob" Lush and Magnolia "Maggie" Smith. One source indicates the couple moved to Paris (Edgar county) Illinois soon after the marriage.

    QUERIES: Did John M and Sudie actually move to Edgar county Ill?? Were there any children? Did Larkin G and Nancy have other children? Was Nancy from Grayson Co, and who were her parents?? What happened to Larkin G and Nancy after 1913? We can find no record of them in Ky. They may have also moved to Edgar county. Additional information appreciated. Will share. Floyd Berry - 7 Dec 1998
  • Langley / Wood - Isaac Langley, age 54, b. Frederick County, VA, appeared in the Edgar County 1850 Census. He was married in Muhlenberg County, KY, in 1819, to Rachel Wood. Their children in the census were Louisa, Joseph, Parthena E., Millborn, Isaac, Rachel and David. Would like to know if there is anyone else working on this family. I need Isaac's parents and siblings. Will be glad to share my research. Please email Dorann Lam - 6 Dec 1998
  • Crabb, Welton, Widner, Duvall - My great great grandmother Mary Crabb,Duvall, Widner,married D,A,Wilton in 1849 and resided in Edgar,Paris co, until her death in 1889. Her son Leander Lock Duvall enlisted in the 79th ,Co.C.ILL. infantry from Edgar.and served in the Civil war 1862 to 1865. Will appreciate any information concerning my ancestors. Mary was very active in the M.E. church. Helen Roach - 28 Nov 1998
  • William Gannon - My GGGGGranfather, William Gannon, and at least one son lived in Edgar County. William was born 1758 in Ireland, died 1844 in Edgar county. His wife was Elizabeth Tramble, born 1760, died 1845. Both are buried in Edgar County. William purchased 80 acres on May 12, 1829. His son Daniel purchased land on Feb 18, 1818. Listed also are: Luke, Thomas L. and James Greer Gannon. Can anyone help me with these? I'd greatly appreciate it. Donnie Gannon - 25 Nov 1998
  • Robert Lewis Stevens - Looking for family of ROBERT LEWIS STEVENS b. about 1825 (date figured from death date & age on tombstone Sandusky Cemetery) Lewis listed in 1850 Vermilion Co, IL census with family. Marriage verified 1844 Vermilion Co to ARY NICHOLSON. Their children: John, Charles, Frank (David), F. Marion (M. Mary E. Gilman), James Lewis (M Mary Ellen Nicholson), Nancy (M Jake Winland), Andrew, and Lelander (m Mary Waters Bishop) This area was EDGAR COUNTY at time of Lewis' birth. Thank you, Jim Stevens - 25 Nov 1998
  • Dr. Stephen Stevens - Seeking info on Dr. Stephen STEVENS (c.1807-liv.1884) and wife Elizabeth WHEELER (c.1810-?) of Edgar Co. Ch.: (per 1850 census): Uriah, Violet, Elizabety, Stephen and Marinessa. I am researching the Wheeler family. Elizabeth b. Worcester Co., Md. d/o Zadock and Zipporah (SCHOOLFIELD) WHEELER. The family went to Bracken Co., Ky. c. 1814, where Elizabet mar. Dr. Stephen STEVENS 1835. The Stevens came to Edgar Co. c. 1835, the WHEELERs c.1842. Steve Dennehy - 23 Nov 1998
  • Joseph Scott & Mary Hughbank - Looking for information on Joseph SCOTT and Mary HUGHBANK who were married 27 Feb 1830 in Edgar Co., IL. They were in Hitesville(now Ashmore) Coles Co. in the 1850 Census with their children. Mary and Joseph were both from Kentucky. Any information on this SCOTT or HUGHBANK family would be greatly appreciated. Mikesalibi@aol.com - 21 Nov 1998
  • Robert Bruce Jared - Robert Bruce JARED was born in Paris, Edgar Co., IL on November 14, 1856. His parents were Marshall JARED and Mary Ann McCoy. Bruce Jared later moved to Bedford, Taylor Co,. IA. I would like to know Mary Ann's parents name and any siblings that she might have. If you know anything about this family, please Email me. Tammy Acker - 20 Nov 1998
  • Edgar Sherer - I am doing some research on my wife's family which in 1887 lived in Edgar Country. Edgar Sherer was born in 1887 of Jackson C. Sherer and Mattie Fravel. I am looking for additional information on either of these families. Appreciate any help with these families. Thanks. Fred McKee - 20 Nov 1998
  • Sarah Grafton - Sarah Grafton was the daughter of William and Sarah Eliza Grafton.She was born 1867 Edgar Co. Ill. She Married Charles Conley 1881. Does anyone have any info. on this family and their children? ShPa106230@aol.com - 16 Nov 1998
  • Marcus Throneburg/Thornburgh - Looking for any kind of information on the following family; MARCUS M. THRONEBURG,wife HANNAH CUNNINGHAM,known children,FRANCIS M.said to of been born EDGAR CO.ILL.10-22-1872,MARY married JORDAN (JERD)CREASEY and KATE (never married).Years of intrest,1867--1900. Thanks to anyone willing to help. Sue Vogt - 16 Nov 1998
  • Hannah Jane Lemmon - Looking for descendants of Hannah Jane Lemmon b 28 Mar 1829 IN. m1 Andrew A. Thomas 12 Jan 1848 Edgar Co. IL. m2 Benjamine Daniels. Hannah Jane Lemmon d 17 Jun 1874 Douglas Co. IL. Bill Boland - 31 Oct 1998
  • Gilbert "Bert" Cook - I am looking for information on Gilbert "Bert" B. COOK and Nancy KIRBY (or KERBY?) Bert was born in Pennsylvania on June 6, 1846 and died in Jasper County, IL. But, his family immigrated to Edgar County where he married Nancy on Jan 4, 1869 (possibly his second marriage, the first to Nancy's sister) and lived. He was injured in the Civil War, but when their home was harrassed by deserters and Nancy became sick, they moved to Jasper County, IL. However, some of their children were born in Edgar County. My great great grandfather is Charles Gilbert COOK who was born in Edgar County onDecember 8, 1869 in Edgar County and died in 1961 in Jasper County, IL . Other children were Jesse COOK, Cora COOK, Annie COOK and Maggie COOK. Any information about Gilbert "Bert" would be much appreciated. Another query suggested that possibly Bert's sister was Verna COOK, and that their father was Banner and Eva COOK. Any information to support this possibility would also be appreciated. Dean Cook -18 October 1998
  • Hamilton, Black, Tripp - Known Counties: St.Clair Co.,Edgar Co.& Randolph Co.

    Abraham J. Hamilton (Allen) b.1901 IL d.1958 IL m.Nina Tripp. Son of Phillip Leonard Hamilton b. 03 Apr 1877 IN d. ? IN, m. Nancy Black b. 22 Aug 1861 IN d. ? IN. Allen came to the Paris area of Illinois looking for work. and in the Columia area to marry and lived in Chester for a spell.

    Phillip was the youngest of 15 kids. Do not know his parents or sibling names or dates. They were born in Indiana. Terre Haute area? Nancy was 1 of 4 girls and 5 boys. As married couple they resided in Terre Haute? area of Indiana. I know nothing else please HELP!!! Thank you. Judy Hinkle - 17 Oct 1998
  • Thomas Grisson - Seek burial place in Edgar Co. of Thomas Grissom 1863-1944 and his wife Lydia Resler 1868-1921. Bill Mitchell - 11 Oct 1998
  • Alexander Cunningham - Seeking the ancestors, wife and children of Alexander Cunningham. Edgar County 1860 cencus shows him as head of household and eleven year old Samuel living there. Was Samuel his nephew, or more distant reletive? Any light on this possability will be appriciated. Thank You, Wayne Cunningham - 11 Oct 1998
  • Rankin Hays - In the 1850 census of Edgar co., is listed the family of Rankin Hays-his wife,Hannah and their children, Matilda, Sherman, Andrew J., David, Electa, Elizabeth, James M., Angeline, and Mary Almeda. Sometime within the next few years according to my gggrandfather's obit, the widow Hays moved her family . Is there anyone who has knowledge of this family, or access to death notices that might be able to do a lookup for me for Rankin Hays--death sometime after 1850 and prob. before 1860. Thank you, Shirley Taylor - 10 Oct 1998
  • Nickles/Nichols - Looking for any information on Elizabeth Hannah Nichols/Nickles...married to Elias W. Rollings 9-3-1858 at Elbridge, Edgar Co., Illinois... born 10-10-1840 Otterville?, Edgar Co., Illinois. She had a brother Joseph Nichols....born 1846, and sister Lucinda born 1839// Parents were James Nichols and Sidney Harper and I've found no information on her parents at all. Thanks for any help.... Janice - 9 Sep 1998
  • Clarkson Cannon - I am seeking any information relating to a person named Clarkson CANNON. He was my gg grandfather's brother. It is my understanding that as a widower he moved (probably with several children) from Hancock County, IN to Edgar County, IL probably early in the 1850s. Thank you very much for any information. Douglas Foster - 9 Sep 1998
  • Benjamin F. & Sarah Sherman - Looking for SARAH LUCINDA MINOR. Her father born in either TN or VA. Her mother born in TN. Sarah MINOR was born in TN on 25 Sep 1851. She first married George Bowers in Ray Co.,MO on 25 Jul 1869. They had two children: one died as baby and the other - Daisy Mae Bowers Sherman married Otis Smith. Daisy Mae had one child out of wed lock prior to marrying Smith. This child was Burly C. Ogden born in Newman, Douglas Co.,IL on 19 May 1891. George Bowers died and SARAH MINOR married BENJAMIN FRANKLIN SHERMAN in Hardin, Ray Co., MO on 16 Oct 1872. BENJAMIN F. Sherman was born in Illinois on 25 Dec 1849. Benjamin's parents born in IN. Sarah(MINOR) and Benjamin had four children:
    Charles B. Sherman b. 11 Feb 1875 in Hickory Grove, IL
    Alexander B Sherman b. 24 Aug 1876 in Newman, Douglas Co.,IL
    Olive Pearle Sherman b.29 May 1884 in Newman, Douglas Co.,IL
    Bessie Lee Sherman b. 14 Jun 1885 in Newman, Douglas Co.,IL

    Sarah and Benjamin moved in 1910 to Marion Co.,FL. From there they moved to Hume, Edgar Co.,IL Dec of 1912. I am trying to find out who are the parents of either SARAH L.MINOR or BENJAMIN F. SHERMAN. Benjamin had a brother for sure. Earl Thompson - 9 Oct 1998
  • James Armstrong Puckett - In 1834 JAMES ARMSTRONG PUCKETT was born in Edgar Co. ILL to WILLIAM PUCKETT of VA. Family moved on to Crawford Co. MO by1840. Any information on this family is appreciated. RoEllen (Puckett) Henry - 1 Oct 1998
  • Andrew Jackson Hays (Hayes) - Andrew Jackson Hays (Hayes) born Jan. 26, 1832 . The family was in the 1850 Edgar Co. Ill. census. Father was Rankin Hays and according to the info tha I have, Rankin must have died sometime between 1832 and 1839 in Edgar Co. If there is someone who could give me info about this or a copy of an obituary I would gladly reimburse for any charges for it. Please contact me if you have information . Thank you Shirley Taylor - 28 Sep 1998
  • John Wayne - Looking for information on John WAYNE who was given a 160 acres of Military Tract land in Knox Co [1/3 of the state] 26 Nov 1817in Section 36 and bought 160 acres of land in Edgar Co., IL 29 Oct 1828 in Section 23 & 24. Was this the father of Benjamin WAYNE? Who was his wife and other children? What relationship is he to Michael WAYNE who recieved 160 acres Military Tract land in same month and year: 22 Nov 1817 in Section 22 of the then Knox Co., IL. Any help sorting these Waynes out would be greatly appreciated. Thanks Phil & Bobbi Rasch - 28 Sep 1998
  • Henry Harrison Hurst - Henry Harrison Hurst Married Mary Elizabeth Boyer 17-Apr-1834 in Harrison County, Indiana. They moved to Edgar County about 1852. I would like any information on this family. Ron Cornwell - 26 Sep 1998
  • Levi Mainard - I would like contact with the descendents of Levi Mainard who resided in Edgar County from 1830 to after 1880. He married twice, first to Catherine French and second to Nancy Edwards. Their children include Hugh Martin, Delila, Eliza, Shadrach, Martha, Mashack, Abednego, Elizabeth, Rebecca, Mary Margaret, James K. Polk, George Dallas, Isabelle, Sarah K., Phoebe Jane and Amanda. Many later changed the name to Maynard. I have much to share on this family and much more on the larger Manard family of Jefferson Co., TN. Allan Baumbach - 2 Oct 1998
  • Alice and Edith Spicer - I am I am looking for any descendents of Alice SPICER b 12/17/1886 married --- PIERSALL and /or Blanche Edith SPICER b. 3/17/1888 married George Eles SHERPERD b 188, married 9/4/1907

    They apparently lived in Edgar and nearby Indiana. Thanks ever so much. Charlotte Redden - 23 Sep 1998
  • Felton & Robert Gill - On 1850 Census of Edgar Co, Ill are Felton and Robert GILL. They are in some fashion related to the James Gill of Todd Co, KY, who had son, Felton GILL of Logan Co. KY, and who had a son William Presley GILL whose family lived in Edgar Co, ILL. I'd like to figure out the connection. Rodney Veitschegger - 19 Sep 1998
  • Henry Smittkamp - Henry was born 22 APR 1819 in Prussia. He married Anna Catherine Schwann and came to the US about 1854. They had 8 Children: (1) Dora m. Frederick Buser; (2) Mattress m. Ida Alice Nay; (3) Elizabeth m. Frederick Buser (as his second wife); (4) Joseph m. Sophia Schneider; (5) Helen (d. young); (6) Henry m. Maggie Jane Church; (7) Catherine (Kate) m. Willie E. Demougin and (8) Charles m. first Ora J. Wallace and second Hanah Belle Quillen. This family lived in Edgar County and Henry and Anna are buried in Grandview. Wish to correspond with any descendants of this family. Need parents of Henry and Anna. Carol Brown - 15 Sep 1998
  • Levi Mann - I was over to the Edgar Co. Gen. Soc. Lib a couple of weeks ago and the loveliest lady helped me find Bible pages for my gggrandfather Levi Mann which showed his mother and the date of her death and POSSIBLY his father. Also showed his brother. Can't thank you enough for having this available for me. My gggrandfather was Levi Mann b. 1796/7 in PA (don't know exactly where, but the census says PA). He married Jane Bell and after living in Marietta OH they moved to Paris, Edgar Co. IL They both died there and are buried in Edgar Cemetery (got pictures of their tombstones). Levi and Jane's son, Samuel J. Mann married Martha Westbrook, the daughter of Martin and Joanna (Charlot) Westbrook. Martin and Joanna are both buried there at the Edgar Cemetery (got pictures of their tombstones too). If anyone has any information on either of these two families would sure appreciate hearing from you and will gladly share what I have with you. Thanks for any help you can give me andGod bless you and yours. Marilyn Duncan - 14 Sep 1998
  • Eliza Davis - Looking for parents and siblings of GGrandmother , ELIZA DAVIS, born abt 1847 IL. May be from Edgar Co Davis families. Eliza may be her middle name. If you have a female that you can't track for awhile and then find again after 1880, please consider this women. There is a story to tell. View picture and info at my web page Alice Clay Benedict - 12 Sep 1998
  • Andrew B. Lycan - I am seeking information for the Andrew B. Lycan family. Andrew B. Lycan b. 1-1-1807 m. 6-18-1829 to Ann Seals. They had seven children, J.P. Daniel, J.L., Wm M., W.C., Mary Ann Cross, Mils A., Susan A. Mary Ann Cross married John D. Lycan, they had 6 children, 3 daughters lived to be adults. They moved to Scotland Co., MO, about 1875. Carolyn Summey West - 5 Sep 1998
  • Henry & Ellen Duggan - Henry DUGGAN and Ellen DUGGAN are supposedly buried in St. Mary's Cemetery, Paris, IL. I'm planning a trip there, does anyone know how to get to the Cemetery, and if the burial records are maintained there? Henry d. 1909 and Ellen d. 1915. Looking for specifically birth dates, descendants, etc. Jan Guiliano - 5 Sep 1998
  • Ephraim B. Jones - I would like to contact other decendents of Ephraim B JONES and Martha CLARK JONES. They are listed in the 1860 census in Edgar County and are buried in Paris. Their children were Mary Jane b 1827 d 1852, Sarah Ellen b 1829, John Franklin b 1832, Helen Martin b 1834 married _____ JOHNSON, Daniel Clark b 1838 Martha Ann b 1840 married _____ YOUNG, Owen Sarfield b 1843, and Ephraim born and died 1845. Sandra Jones Hall - 5 Sep 1998
  • Joseph A. Glovier - I am searching for Joseph A.. Glovier. He moved to Illinois from VA sometime around 1889. He married Harriet Boyer. Their son was William Roscoe Glovier, born in 1894. He married Edith Augusta Wright in 1912. Their children include Flossie, Lucille, and Cora Harriet. JBURRL@aol.com - 2 Sep 1998
  • Thomas J. Boyer - I am searching Boyer family in Edgar Co. Thomas J. Boyer and Lavina Sherer from Kentucky. Their daughter was Harriet E. Boyer Born in 1869. She married Joseph Glovier and had a son, William Roscoe Glovier, born in 1894 in Edgar Co. Later moved to Clark Co. JBURRL@aol.com - 2 Sep 1998
  • Edith Augusta Wright - I am searching the Wright family in Edgar Co. Edith Augusta Wright was born in 1894 to Cora Bell Walters and John William Wright. Other children included Elijah Wright, Clarence, Pearl (later Ingram), Ethel. Any help would be appreciated. They later moved to Clark Co. JBURRL@aol.com - 2 Sep 1998
  • John D. Mullen - I am searching for John D. MULLEN who married Arminta SMITH about 1885-1890. Arminta SMITH was daughter of Joshua SMITH and Emaline BROWN. Help greatly appreciated. Charlotte Redden - 1 Sep 1998
  • Samuel Wells - I am looking for information on a Samuel Wells from Edgar Co. He fought in the Black Hawk War. I have copies of muster rolls which show a Samuel Wells mustered into Capt. Samuel Brimbery's company of mounted volunteers attached to the 2nd Brigade & 1st Regiment under the command of Brig. General Milton K. Alexander. This Samuel Wells was from Edgar Co. Does anyone have any information about a Samuel Wells who lived in Edgar Co. I am trying to see if the Samuel Wells of Edgar Co. is the same as the Samuel G. Wells, b. July 1811, who married Phebe Parker, daughter of Daniel Parker and Martha "Patsy" Dixon, and moved to Texas in 1834. Robert - 23 Aug 1998
  • Jacob Augustus - Researching/willing to exchange info on Augustus families of Grandview Twp., Edgar County. Jacob Augustus (1793-1864) family and that of his nephew John Augustus (1822-1914). Thanks!!! John Burdick - 21 Aug 1998
  • John Sizemore, Sr. - John Sizemore, Sr, wife, Elizabeth Vest, sons Martin, John, & William were shown in EDGAR COUNTY, 1850 Census. Seeking descendants, relatives, family of John, Martin & John. Also, seeking places, dates, cemeteries of John, Martin & John. In 1860, Elizabeth Vest, was in Adair County, MO, with grandson, Joshua Sizemore. Seeking John's place & date death. Martin & John, Jr. lived and died in EDGAR COUNTY, ILLINOIS, according to family tradition.

    Can you help me discover their Family History, to include wives, maiden names, children, etc. Your help will be greatly appreciated. Ray Snider, Jr. - 17 Aug 1998
  • George Albert Patrick - George Albert Patrick, b. 1884 Cumberland Co, IL. Married ? and had 4 daughters, Daisy (married a Hollowell), Pauline, Margaret (Married a Dick Bridges) and Dana. They lived in Borton, IL. George Albert Patrick is my great uncle. Thank you for any help. Pat Web - 10 Aug 1998
  • Unseld (Unsell-Unsel) - Am searching for info on my gggrandfather Baltus (?Oswald) UNSEL who lived in Utica, NY with his wife Catherine Zimmerman UNSEL and four children. A Utica, NY census of 1825 shows an UNSEL family as being born in Scotland. Is this the town of Scotland in Edgar county, Illinois? There are records of many UNSELLs (varied spelling) in Clark county. Did any go east to NY? His wife was born in Baden, Germany but we don't know where she lived before her marriage. Did they both live in ILL? Can anyone help link the UNSELL/UNSEL lines? Am willing to share info on our line and other related lines-BAKER/MCCOY. Kathy Unsel Gillis - 9 Aug 1998
  • Stephen Y. Edwards - Stephen Y Edwards, searching for any info on the Edwards family, found them in 1900, 1910 Edgar co, Paris , ILL, shows his wife [ 3 ] and family, in 1914 city dir, she is listed as widow, she live in Paris off and on until her death in 1943, have her and 3 of family buried in Edgar Co cemetery in Paris, no tombstones, Would like to find her place of death and also Stephens death and burial, can not locate at courthouse, any info on family would help. Will share what I have, surnames, EDWARDS, CONKLIN, MCCOMBS, WALLACE,STAIR. Note, obituary in 1914 shows one of the sons age 22 shot his self in head and died, he was in calif , wondering the country, body brought back to his mothers,here in Paris on Bunea Vista Street, burial in Edgars co cemetery. This is my great grandfather and his family. Robert G. Kail - 4 Aug 1998
  • Armistead Bruce Reeds - Have Armistead Bruce REEDS b. 12/2/1777-- living in Elbridge, Edgar Co., Illinois in 1845--d. 5/12/1850 Independence, Coles Co., Illinois m. 2/25/1801 Gerrard Co., Ky Lucy ARNOLD b. 4/2/1782 Culpeper Co., Va. d. 8/17/1859 Independence, Coles Co., Illinois
    ISSUE:
    Gabriel Madison b. 1/17/1811 m. Lucinda McMAHON
    John William b. 9/30/1817 m. Louisa C. MOFFETT
    Judith
    Samuel H.
    Sarah E.
    Margaret
    Reuben H.
    Lucy M.
    Looking for cousins, further info. Have more on ARNOLD and REEDS. Charlene Reeds Ebeling - 28 Jul 1998
  • Joseph Liston Drake - Looking for information on Joseph Liston DRAKE b.1814 in Indiana to William DRAKE. Married Lucinda May MARRS. d. 3 Feb 1877, possibly in Edgar County, IL. Had twelve children: (need data on them, too) Lary Aaron b. 1835, Sarah b. 1836, Mary A. b. 1837, Martha b. 1838, Worth b. 1841, William Alexander b.1843, Lucinda Abigail b. 1846, Christopher M. b. 1848, Pheby b. 1851, Joseph H. b. 1853, Nancy C. b. 1854. c8603@aol.com - 25 Jul 1998
  • Eli Craigo - Eli CRAIGO (1807-c1840), md Experience JONES (1809-c1840), d/o Jacob & Mary Jane (YEATON) JONES. All early pioneers of Edgar Co, IL. From family Bibles and stories handed down by family members, Eli went out one evening and when he didn't return, his wife went to look for him, leaving her 4 young children with relatives and friends. Neither were ever heard from again. We know it had to happen between 1839-1840, since their youngest child was born in 1839 and they do not appear on the 1840 census. It was supposed that they were captured and killed by Indians. (no proof). The children's family and friends dropped the "O" from Craigo and they become the Craig children. (Samuel J. Craig (1831-____); Phoebe Ann Craig (1835-____); Richard J. Craig (1833-1908); Sarah Jane (1837-1853); and John Thomas (1839-1903); The children grew up in Edgar Co. My line, Richard J. Craig, married Drexa Dinwiddie, d/o William & Philadelpha Newton Dinwiddie, and moved on to Vermillion Co, IN. We need help in finding the parents of Eli Craigo. There are Craigs' in Edgar but do not believe they are related to our Eli. He was born in Ohio and that is all we know on him. Help! Carol Stultz - 24 Jul 1998
  • Dr. Frank Gross - I am looking for information on Dr. Frank Gross. He died in Chrisman. IL on Jan 28,1905. We are trying to find his place of burial. His wife died in 1879 in Polkville, Ky. This is my wifes Great Grandfather and we are trying to locate his burial site. Stan Wallace - 20 Jul 1998
  • William A. Leach - I am looking for ancestors and descendants of William A. Leach and his wife Mary Jane. They lived in Kansas, Edgar Co., IL after the Civil War and until 1924 when he died and was buried there. One son, Alva, moved to Washington and died before 1924. I am descended from William's daughter Bonnie, who married William E. Williams. Would like to share info with other branches of the family. Please email me if you have information to share. Donna Barnes - 15 Jul 1998
  • Levi Morgan Graham - Levi Morgan Graham b l825 Jefferson Co, KY, d after l900 Edgar Co, IL, m Sarah Jane Martin. >Edgar Co, before l870. (no e-mail address) L. Hill, 600 Parkview DR, #3l6, Hallandale, FL, 33009-2970. - 12 Jul 1998
  • Kirby / Wood/ Lathrop - John KIRBY b l824 Sullivan Co,IN, by l870 in Edgar Co, IL, m Jane WOOD l849 Clark Co, IL. l880 census Edgar Co, both listed. Two Ch: Edward 7 Alice, moved to Arkansas. Connected to LATHROP family also. (no e-mail address) L. Hill, 600 Parkview DR, #3l6, Hallandale, FL, 33009-2970. - 12 Jul 1998
  • Younger family - Seek linfo on any Younger's that moved from Bullitt Co, KY. to Vermilion Co, IL and then to Edgar Co, IL. Paris area. Will exchange. (no e-mail address) L. Hill, 600 Parkview DR, #3l6, Hallandale, FL, 33009-2970. - 12 Jul 1998
  • Albert Traphagan - Albert TRAPHAGAN, born 1810 New York, died abt 1881 Edgar County, Illinois. Married in Bradford County Pennsylvania Permelia ( ). Lived Bradford County, Pennsylvania, Ross County, Ohio, and Bouletts Creek twp, Edgar County, Illinois. Supposedly buried Sugar Grove Cemetery across the line in Vermillion County Indiana. His children were Horace (1834-1908), Lydia, Lucinda (1838-?), Ester, Isaac (1844-1916) and Alfred Harris (1849-?)

    Horace married Lydda SPERRY or SPENCER and had children Marcellus, Anna, Laura, Newton Harvey, Lydia, Minnie, Elnora, Ida, Howard Molly, Carry, Saida, and Rufus. The sons went west to Kansas and Oklahoma. Most of the daughters married and lived Edgar County.

    Lucinda married Phillip CLAWSON and had children Joseph, Thomas Mason, Lydda, Elijah and Henry.

    Isaac married Caroline ALLEN and had children Lillian and William Albert.

    Alfred Harris married Missouri Anna CLAWSON and had children Arthur, Walter, Charles, Mayme and Albert Sylvester.

    Would like to hear from anyone with knowledge of these TRAPHAGENS in the Edgar County, Illinois area. or Chris Brooks - 12 Jul 1998
  • George See - Researching the SEE family of Edgar Co 1850-1920. My Geo SEE ca 1810 KY-Oct 1918 Edgar Co, IL m Sarah Evaline WILLOUGHBY b 1810 KY. Ch reportedly include Benjamin Jefferson b 1824 KY, Wm b 1826 KY, and Mary Elizabeth b May 1819 KY who m Samuel Malone STEWART. Hal McCawley - 7 Jul 1998
  • Mike and Gertrude Starks - I would like info for the Starks family that livedin Edgar, They moved to Danville Il. She died in the 1940's in Danville. They had a son name Frank and several daughters. Frank was born Feb 1894, he died in 1950 in MS. Serve in WWI and WWII. Any info would be appreciated. Barbara Moore - 3 Jul 1998
  • Isaac N. Craig - Looking for information or descendants of, on the following CRAIG's found in 1860 Edgar Co. IL, census index books....

    CRAIG, Isaac N., Simms Twp., page 477
    CRAIG, Isaac N., Jr. Simms Twp. page 474

    Thanks, Tom Green - 3 Jul 1998
  • Wilmouth family - I am seeking information on the Wilmouth family who moved to Edgar Co. from Nelson Co. Ky. Eliza and Samuel? Wilmouth moved there about 1836, with some of there children. They had more while living there. They were Catholic, would like to know if there was a church in the area?? Also any information on children. My GGrandmother Martha Wilmouth,was their daughter she M George Shelly.186?, They later moved to Jasper Co., ILL. The Brown family was possibly related. Does anyone know where in EdgarCo. these folks lived?? Any record of Martha Wilmouths Babtism app. 1841?? Thanks Sandra Firek - 1 Jul 1998
  • Monroe Bond(s) - I'm looking for an obit or other information on my gg grandfather, Monroe Bond(s), who moved from Indiana to Paris, Illinois (Edgar County) in 1909--where he lived with his second wife (Amanda Anderson?) & family until his death on February 25, 1923. I'm trying to confirm his second wife's name and date of death and any children of that union. From: Donna Griffin - 25 Jun 1998
  • Alexander & Minnie Harrison - Alexander & Minnie Harrison--Alexander s/o John Harrison & Margaret Byers was born in Ohio July 1853. Minnie b Iowa Jan 1857. Their children: Nellie, Louis, Henry Fannie, Hazel and Foster. Louis and Henry born in OH; Fannie, Hazel, Foster born in Indiana. Have 1900 census for Alexander in Paris twp, Edgar co. Alexander's siblings were: Elisha, Ellen ( my g-g-grandmother), Electa, David, John, Amanda, Charles, Elizabeth--most stayed in the Butler co., OH area. Would appreciate any info on this family. Darlene Sadler - 20 Jun 1998
  • George Dunn - Seeking information on George L. DUNN, George W. DUNN, or Washington DUNN. Members of several DUNN families are listed in the Federal Censuses in Edgar County, Grandview Township, for 1850, 1860, and 1870. The George L. Dunn I am researching married Cynthia Ellen Barr in Putnam County, Indiana, on August 19, 1880. George L. Dunn and Cynthia Ellen Barr had 3 children: Omer Monroe Dunn, born Jan. 22, 1883; Lucy Olive Dunn, born Sept. 22, 1885, married to Melton Guy Woolley, and Melvin G. Dunn, born March 1890. Any information would be very much appreciated. Richard Dunn - 17 Jun 1998
  • Stevens / Long / Kendall - Looking for information on Samuel Bateman Stevens b. 1842 ,Amanda Carter Stevens b. 1842 (Samuel's wife), and Alfred Stevens b. 1864 (his son) They were listed in they 1870 census in Douglas Co.. Did they leave the Co.? Alfred and Jennie Kendall Stevens were present in the late 1890's. Also am hunting for Jennies parents, George Washington Kendall b 1838 and Rebecca Hixon Kendall b 1838. Rick Cramer - 16 Jun 1998
  • Mathis / Reed - I am looking for any information on Jeremiah Mathis or Elizabeth Reed. They were married there in Edgar County Illinois on January 9, 1868. Elizabeth Reed was married to a Mr. Reed before she married Jeremiah Mathis. I am looking for the Mr. Reed, his first name and also Elizabeth's parents. I also looking for any information on Jeremiah Mathis. How long he was there in Edgar County. Where did he go from there. Where did he come from. Jeremiah Mathis is my Great Great Grandfather. Thank you so much. Sandra Mathis Gaither - 16 Jun 1998
  • Samuel McNutt - Seeking information on the family of SAMUEL McNUTT, SAMUEL is believe to be the son of PHILP J. McNUTT. SAMUEL was living in PARIS, ILL - late 1800's and his son BRUCE McNUTT also living in PARIS. Any information of family DOB , marriage info, would be most appreciated. Frank Downey - 14 Jun 1998
  • Absolom Davis - Absolom b. abt 1770 Iredell Co. NC moved to Adair Co. KY by 1820 and Edgar Co. IL by 1830, where he died in 1844-45. Children: Adam (b. 1801 NC - married Frances Fox), Abram, Hugh b. 1805 m. Susannah Hopper in Wayne Co. KY, James b. 1806 (married Sarah Clements? IL), Annis m. Foster Eastham, and by his second wife, Isabel, daughter Elizabeth b. 10 May 1821 in Adair Co. KY. Any information appreciated. Linda Doty - 12 Jun 1998
  • Kitts / Clapp - Seeking information or will share. PETRONELLA (NELLIE) KITTS, dau of ANDREW KITTS & AMANDA CLAPP, married into PERKINS line, Jasper & Edgar Counties. Also on line LAUGEL. Anyone searching these surnames, do please get in touch. Maybe we can help each other. Karleene L. Morrow - 12 Jun 1998
  • Abraham, Henry & William Ross - ROSS brothers arrived in Edgar County 1850-52. Abraham, b. 1799 Ruffs Creek, Greene, PA, lived in Butler Co., OH and Clinton Co. IN. Died Oct 12 1873, Edgar Co., buried Gaines Cemetery. Henry M. Ross, b. 1808 Butler Co., OH. d.Jan 2 1865 while visiting son in Sidney but buried in Ross Cemetery, Edgar Co. William, b. 1818 Butler Co., OH. d. apr 23 1893, buried Paris, Edgar Co. Looking for descendants and researchers on these ROSS brothers. Ray Ross - 11 Jun 1998
  • George & Greenberry Redmon - George REDMON was a revolutionary war veteran who moved to Edgar County in 1826. He died April 5, 1837 and is buried in Shelly Green Farm Cemetery in Edgar Co. My GGGrandfather Greenberry REDMON married Elvira D. WRIGHT in Edgar Co March 2, 1829. I have been unable to determine if Greenberry is the son or nephew of George REDMON. If anyone has information regarding this family, please contact me. Donald J. Durham - 8 Jun 1998
  • Max Dusthimer - My Grandfather, Max Dusthimer (b. 1900/ d. 1959) and Grandmother, Lola (Bell) Dusthimer (b. 1900/ d. 1980) have origins in Edgar County. Max had a brother, Ray and a sister, Marie. I am looking for information on Max, Ray and Marie's parents. The Dusthimers settled in Edgar County, from either Virginia or Ohio. If you know anything about Max, his siblings or his parents, please contact me James Dusthimer - 7 Jun 1998
  • Christian Low - Looking for the parents of Christian E. Low, born in Edgar Co. in 1876. Have found a Melvin Low, but cannot tie them together. Bryan Egnew - 7 Jun 1998
  • Henness / Keltz - Stephen J. Henness married Elizabeth Isabel Keltz 16 May 1886 Vermillion Co., IN. Elizabeth was killed by her son 2 Nov 1928 Christman, IL.. Two children: Iva b 5 May 1895 IL and Roscoe b ?. Iva married John Boles b 1896, d 1962. Would like an obit if possible for more information. MPurdy@aol.com - 3 Jun 1998
  • Daniel Elledge - Daniel W. ELLEDGE b1813 Bourbon Co, KY was brought to Edgar Co, IL by his parents. Daniel was a preacher and ministered in Edgar, Clark and Coles Co. I believe he lived near Dalson Prarie. He organized the Blue Grass Christian Church. In 1853, he sold his farm and moved to Putnam Co, MO. In 1865, he moved to Oregon and died there. I would like to talk to anyone in regard to ELLEDGE or Blue Grass Christian Church. Thanks Kay McGregor - 28 May 1998
  • Kenneth Scribner - Seeking information on KENNETH SCRIBNER and wife RUSHE MAE Y PRIDGEN SCRIBNER.According to my best information , a KENNETH SCRIBNER lived in Pariss, IL at the time of his death.He was born 16 May, 1912 and died January, 1979. RUSHE MAE PRIDGEN was born August 19, 1919 in Bladenboro, NC the daughter of MADISON RUSH PRIDGEN Aand MISSOURI PAIT CAIN PRIDGEN. I would appreciate any information. Ted Hester - 19 May 1998
  • Bennett family - I wish to get the family information on the BENNETTS. The 1840 Federal Census in Logan/ Scotland in Brouillett Township, Edgar County listed four Bennett families. SILAS BENNETT in his 20's, AMOS BENNETT in his 20's, JOHN BENNETT in his 40's and JAMES BENNETT in his 40's. I believe that Silas Bennett who married MARY ANN WALLACE in Warren County, Ohio and Amos Bennett married ANGELINE SNIDER (SNYDER) also in Warren County, Ohio. It appeared that Silas and Amos' families moved back to Warren County, Ohio. What about John and James Bennett's families? Where did they go? Do you have the family information? Who are John and James' parents? Thanks, Zack Bennett - 16 May 1998
  • Reuben Dallas Cook - I am searching for people with connection to the family Reuben Dallas Cook born 1884 and his wife Rebecca Jane Reeder Cook born 1848, They lived around Paris, Egar County Illinois before the year 1868 which is the year daughter Ella B. Cook was born; son James Gilbert Cook born about 1872 and Rosa L. Cook born 1874. Rueben and Rebecca Cook are my great grandparents. If any information about any of these people, please contact me by email at BerCrews@aol.com - 16 May 1998
  • Versa Maynard - I'm looking for any info on Versa MAYNARD b:13 Jul 1890, married Harvey Wolfe Sr. b: 26 Feb 1884 they moved to New Castle, Indiana were they both died. Any info on parents or siblings greatly appreciated. Thanks in advance Scott Wolfe - 12 May 1998
  • Samuel & Abner Lamb - Am seeking information on my great-great grandfather Samuel Lamb and his father Abner Lamb. Sargeant Samuel Lamb was killed at the Battle of Shiloh in 1862. His father Abner and mother Abigail Trogdon were married in Randolph County, North Caroloina in 1814. Samuel was born in Edgar County in 1827 and married Martha Hill in 1850. Any information on the Lambs , Hills, or Trodgons would be appreciated. Chuck Buell - 9 May 1998
  • Jesse Ross - I am researching the Jesse Ross Family who came to Edgar Co. from Breckenridge Co, KY about 1833. Jessie was married to Nancy STROUP and they had 10 children. Jessie and Nancy died in Edgar Co. in 1843 and ca. 1870/80, respectfully. Would like to find where they are buriied or anyone doing research in theis family. Their children were: Catherine, Robert N., William, Jessie, Samuel, Harriet H., John F. Lydia I., and Daniel W., also an unkown female. Related names to this family: MORRISON, CHRISMAN, SHEETS, FREELAND, & BAIRD of Edgar Co. Would Appreciate any info and will share what I have. Thanks. Judy Hopkins - 9 May 1998
  • Eubanks (Hughbanks) - John Hughbanks b. KY 1813, Eleanor Jarvis b. in KY 1811, married Edgar Co, June 6, 1833. (Hughbanks also Eubanks) spelling. DEE1035@aol.com - 2 May 1998
  • Boyer - Researching BOYER surname in Edgar and Clark Co. IL Donna Bowen - 25 Apr 1998
  • Edith L. Locke - I am looking for the family of Edith L. Locke b. 1829 in Monroe County, Ind. She married in 1846 in Edgar County, Ill. to Calvin Scott b. 1822. Edith's father was Abraham Lock. The family moved on west, but I am wondering if any stayed behind. Edith's sister, Emily, and husband DAvid SCOTT returned to Edgar County, Ill. He died there 2 May 1880 of typhoid fever and is buried in Friends Chapel, Scotland. JCumming32@aol.com - 23 Apr 1998
  • George Washington Kellogg - George Washington KELLOGG was born on 1 Aug 1864 in Ill (possibly Edgar county). We believe he was an orphan at a young age. Later he married Sarah Ellen Shupert and they had the following children: Guy, Ernest, George, Paul, Nina, and Pearl. George Washington KELLOGG is buried in Oklahoma.

    We are trying to find the names of his parents. We do not have a birth record. Any information is appreciated. Thanks in advance. Chris & Linda Kellogg - 21 Apr 1998
  • Herschel Hall - I am seaching for information into family of Herschel Hall born April 1, 1913 in Paris, IL he had one sister Mabel Hall also born in Paris. Herschel is the son of Otis and Grace Hall and Otis is the son of Granville Hall. No further informaton on this family except that allegedly they were Choctaw Indian and Herschel was receiving a pension from the government for being a certain percentage Native American. This is not proven yet though. Herschel Hall - 19 Apr 1998
  • Craig(o) / Jones / Burke - My line "begins" with Eli CRAIGO (b. 25 Jan 1807), m. Experience JONES 24? Dec 1829 in Paris (Edgar) IL. They had the following children: Samuel (b. 24? April 1831), Richard J. (b. 20 Jan 1833 in Paris IL), Phoebe Ann (b. 24 Aug 1835 in Paris IL), Sarah Jane (b. 13 Dec 1837 in Cook Co. IL) & John Thomas (b. 10 Oct 1839 in Edgar Co. IL. Experience JONES parents' are Jacob JONES (b. 1772 MA, d. 27 Sept 1851 Edgar Co. IL) and Mary Jane Yeatton BURKE. Would like any info on the above (!), the Jones family in particular. Carol Dufur - 23 Apr 1998
  • Vance / Shinnefield (Shannafelt) - I am seeking information on James R. VANCE and his wife Mary E (SHINNEFIELD/SHANNAFELT) of Edgar Co. The info that I have is that they were wed ca 13-Jan-1848 and came to Ill in 1856(probably from Knox Co or Licking Co, Ohio). I believe that they are buried in Guymon Cem, Elbridge Twp, Edgar Co: James R. 7-Jul-1827 to 8-Apr-1912 Mary E. 1-Jan-1831to 7-Dec-1887. I am interested in finding out information on the siblings of James as records in the area of Licking Co were burned. I believe him to be the son of Crisley and Charity (RICE) VANCE. Any help would be appreciated. Pamela Creighton - 26 Apr 1998
  • Robert Milburn - Many of Robert Milburn of Washington Co., Kentucky (my 4th Great Grandfather)'s children are buried in Rudy Cementery near Redmon, Edgar Co., Ill. The sons that moved to Edgar County were Rev. John Milburn, b. 14 Sept 1784 in Frederick Co., Virginia and wife Mary Fowler Milburn, who bought property from Amos Darnell 7 Oct 1830. He was a Methodist Minister and the first resident minister in the Granview Township. His brother Ewan Milburn b. 1795 and wife Sarah Taylor Milburn Milburn arrived in 1847. Their half brother Francis Milburn b. 1804 in Washington Co., Kentucky is my 3rd great grandfather.

    I am trying to account for the first 27 years of my 2nd Great grandfather Edmond G. Milburn was born in Wash. Co., Ky in 1826 and who buys land and is married twice in Dubois County, Indiana in the early 1850's. He may have headed to Edgar Co., ILL to join up with John or Ewan.

    Any help will be greatly appreciated. Gene Milburn - 23 Apr 1998
  • Galeener / Boland - Charity GALEENER (dau. of Moses Shepherd GALEENER and Mary Ann SCOFIELD), b. 22 Jan 1844, m. 5 Nov1865 in Vermillion, Edgar Co., IL to Augusta Elmer BOLAND (son of Augustine E. BOLAND and Ruth W. TICKNOR, b. 4 Dec 1842 in Paris, Edgar Co., IL; d. 6 Jan 1926 in Stafford Co., KS); she d. 7 Jan 1926 in Stafford Co., KS; children: Charles D. BOLAND, Henley N. BOLAND, Orrie M. BOLAND, Luella T. BOLAND. Will gladly share info on above family. Laverne Galeener-Moore - 15 Apr 1998
  • Nettie Edith Hedge - I am looking for any information about Nettie Edith Hedge. She was grandmother until her death and she was born in Paris, IL on 2-15-1893. I would like any information that anyone might have. Bill & Sveta Salin - 13 Apr 1998
  • Ketner family - Far Many years back into the mid 1800's The KETNER'S LIVED IN Egdar Co, IL. I would appreciate any one who is researching the name to please contact me. Lois Ketner Angel - 12 Apr 1998
  • Allen Thurman - I am looking for the parents of Allen THURMAN b. 1890 (IL or KY) and d. 1959 in Chrisman, Edgar Co. Illinois. Married to Bessie CARY they had two sons Cary and Herbert THURMAN born in Burkesville, KY. All eventually ended up in Chrisman. Allen was said to have worked for the highway dept. and died of a stroke in church. If you think you might know more about Allen THURMAN and his parents, please contact me. Thank you, Caryn Dubelko - 9 Apr 1998
  • Adam Deem - My ggg grandfather, Adam Deem, is reported to have arrived in Edgar County Illinios in 1825. He was born in 1810 and is the son of Phillip Deem of PA. His son's name was Hiram Phillip. I am very interested in the history of Edgar Co. during this time and I would like find out if he is buried there. Patrick Deem - 7 Apr 1998
  • John W. Morris - Seeking the date's of death of John W MORRIS & or Elizabeth Cary/MORRIS. Also need marriage's of their children:
    Adelia b.1841 IN
    Loren B.Morris
    Benton Morrisb. 1846 IN
    John C. Morris b. 1849 IN
    Mary Caroline Morris b.1860 Grandview, Edgar Co. Ill.

    Thank you. Linda Lang - 5 Apr 1998
  • Randolph / Brock - I am researching the Randolph & Brock family lines. My Grandmother, Goldie Brock, was born in Paris, Edgar County, August 17, 1897. Her parents were Charles R. Brock, born May 02, 1864, in Greene County, Illinois, and Francis "Frankie" Elizabeth Randolph, born April 16, 1870, in Edgar County. Frankie's parents were James William Randolph, born September 19, 1840, in Pulaski County, Kentucky, and Susanna Clark, born October 1841, in Vigo County, Indiana. James Randolph's parents, William and Frankie Ruark/Randolph, came to Edgar County just before 1860, from Pulaski County, Kentucky, along with Elizabeth, Martha Patsey, Joseph Josiah, Robert, Patrick H., and Robbin. William's wife Frankie died just before 1870. Word has it William went back to Pulaski County soon after her death. His son James William stayed on and lived in Edgar County many years. He died in Clark County, December 29, 1918. His death certificate listed him as a widow. Susan was alive in 1910 but do not know when she died. Any information on these families would be greatly appreciated. Mark Atterson - 4 Apr 1998
  • Combs / Brown / Brackley / Kiffin - Looking for any connection to BROWN, Mrs. Savilia and BRACKLEY, Mrs. Kate; Redmon Ill. and KIFFIN, Mrs. Mary; Vermillion, Ill.- Maiden name was COMBS from Indiana - Approximate dates were 1860's. No other known details except brother John William Combs lived with Mrs. Brown after he was orphaned in approximately 1855. I'm at a dead end. Any possible help, I would purchase. Sylvia Hurford - 4 Apr 1998
  • William Janes - William Janes was living in Edgar County in 1830, according the census. His next door neighbor probably was John Nickle, married to Civilla Janes. When did William arrive in Illinois? And from where? Naaman Nickell - 3 Apr 1998
  • John & Susannah Hunter - I need the complete 1850 Edgar County census information on the family of John and Susannah HUNTER, and will exch info on ELLAMS/KELLUMS/COLLAMS of Edgar and other counties. Richard Nash - 28 Mar 1998
  • John Anderson Myers - I am looking for information on JOHN ANDERSON MYERS born 1834 in Edgar Co. IL. He married NANCY JANE SMITH in 1857 in Edgar Co. They later moved to Dade Co. Missouri. Carolyn McLemore - 26 Mar 1998
  • John & Susannah Hunter - Need details of fam of John and Susannah Hunter who lived Edgar Co mid-1800s. What was Susannah's maiden name? Where was she from? Richard Nash - 23 Mar 1998
  • Absolom Davis - Searching for information on Absolom DAVIS, who died in Edgar Co. IL about 1845. His second wife, Isabel, was the mother of my great-great-grandmother, Elizabeth DAVIS, who married Israel Harrison WRIGHT in Edgar Co. in 1838. Half -siblings of Elizabeth include: Uriah m. Susannah Hopper (Edgar Co. 1830, Clark Co. 1840), Adam m. Fanny Fox (Edgar Co.), Solomon m. Irene York, Abram (no info), and Annis m. Foster Eastham (Edgar Co.). Linda Doty - 21 Mar 1998
  • Parrish / Hall - Seeking information on my gggrandparents, Thomas Richard Hall and Rebecca Jane Parrish, m approx. 1875-77 in Edgar Co. Also seeking information on sibblings of my ggrandfather, William Carl Hall (b 9-26-1878, Paris, IL): John Hall, Clem Hall, George Hall, Dave Hall, Maude Hall (m Daughtery), Josie Hall (m Shultz), and Hannah Hall (m Fullerton) all believed to have been born in Edgar Co. Thank You. Sharon Stelling - 15 Mar 1998
  • Samuel Shields - Samuel Shields ..Looking for information on Samuel he m. Susannah Anderson. He was born circa 1790 - 1800. We have that he died in Edgar County, Illinois..and would have moved there in the early 1800's. If you have any information on any of the Shields family please e-mail me at foxy@terraworld.net - 15 Mar 1998
  • Milton H. Gillis - I am seeking information and/or a photograph of Milton H. Gillis, born 15 Sept 1862, died 8 Nov 1900, son of George O. and Mariah Ray Gillis. On 18 Mar 1886, Milton Gillis married Laura Belle Lay, daughter of James and Elizabeth Dorsey Lay. I will be glad to share any information and/or photographs with people researching the same lines as stated above. Thank you, Jeff Behrmann - 8 Mar 1998
  • Hamilton / Hess / Good / Boger - I have a Hamilton list of births that passed down through my family. I do not know how this family connect to mine but it is not a direct line. This information is on an old yellowed piece of paper. It is in papers that were in the Boger family of Lebanon Co, PA. Valentin Boger lived in No. Annville Twp, near Union Water Works, Lebanon Co, PA. The Hamilton National Genealogical Society has supplied me with a group sheet that pertains to this family and it shows these children to have been born in Lancaster County, PA. This group sheet also shows that John Hamilton married Louisa H. Lucy GOOD and he died in Brockton, Edgar Co, IL. AND it also shows that Henry Hamilton married Catharine HESS and he died in PARIS, EDGAR CO, IL.The following is what is written on the paper:

    William Hamilton born 2 Feb 1801
    Mary Hamilton, wife of Wm, b. 2 Mar 1806
    "Elizabeth Hamilton Born 12 Abrial in yeare (next line)Sec____(maybe Sechant) __ wife of William Hamilton 1819." The 1819 is below the "yeare." I believe this probably means that Elizabeth was the Second wife of William Hamilton.

    On the other side of the paper--
    Emanual Hamilton 5 Sep 1825
    John 9 Mar 1827
    Elizabeth 2 Feb 1830
    Hanry 6 Nov 1832
    William 6 Dec 1834
    Lewis 27 Nov 1837
    Abraham 21 Jan 1840
    Mary 18 May 1842
    Addem 8 Dec 1845
    Catharinea 25 Jan 1847
    Aron 3 Jul 1852
    This last entry is in different ink but the same handwriting so it may be that this listing was made between 1847 and 1852. The listing on the other side referring to Elizabeth is also in a different ink than any other on the paper. Also written on the paper is:
    1876 6 2 (2 is crossed out and changed to a 1)
    1801 2 1
    ________
    75 4

    So it appear that someone was calculating William's age at death. Is he buried in Lebanon County? What was his connection with the Boger family? The Bogers were PA Dutch.

    Also written on the paper is
    1862
    1852
    ____
    10
    Did Aron die at age 10?

    I welcome any correspondence on this paper. All dates in this message have been proof-read. Win Wood - 5 Mar 1998
  • John Thomas Young - Searching for info on John Thomas Young (10 May 1861) and wife Estella L. (Lucy) Johnson, (8 Jul 1864) in Monroe County IN. They had a large family in Edgar County and died in 1901 and are buried in Parke County IN, next to Lucy's mother Susan Ellis Johnson.

    Am searching for info on Susan Ellis Johnson and how she came to move to Parke County IN with her family after husband John C. died in 1869.

    Would like to contact any descendents of Lucy and John Young for family history and records. Bob Zambenini - 22 Feb 1998
  • Hendry / Cook - Any information on my Grandfather Charles Hendry, his wife Verna Cook or brother Isaac Hendry or would appreciated.
    Charles Hendry was born 1874 and according to the following article concerning his death, lived in Brocton, Edgar Co., as did his brother Isaac. Charles married Verna Cook in Martinsvile, Clark County, IL, in 1900. They moved to Hudson, IA in 1914 where Verna is buried. Verna's parents were Banner & Eva Cook and she had a brother, Bert Cook. Charles & Verna Hendry had six children, Merle, Mary Mae, Sue, Gladys (died in infancy), Alonzo & my father, Roger Sherman Hendry (1912-1961), all apparently born in and around Edgar/Clark County IL.

    Caption at top of article: Every Thursday Morning... Edgar County, Illinois, July 8, 1920 (1921?)

    HEARS ABOUT BROTHER'S DEATH

    Isaac Hendry Receives particulars of his Brother's Death in California

    The following letter was received Monday by Isaac Hendry from the people who his brother, Charles, a former Brocton resident, was working for when he was stricken and died week before last:

    "Talfadale Farms, Perris, Calif.,

    Mr. Isaac Hendry, Brocton Ill. - My son Lyman wished me to write you of your brother's death and of the time he spent with us at Talfadale Farms.

    He came here six months ago and has been a most faithful and efficient employee as well as the close friend of the Wilkinson Bros.. At Talfadale, who feel his death as a personal loss. He had been in the best of health during this time excepting at times when he complained of a pain in his chest, which lasted only a short time and which he thought was indigestion. One day last week he had been plowing and came to the house and said he had that pain in his chest again and my son took him to the doctor at Perris, who pronounced his heart and lungs sound but advised him to rest the remainder of the day.

    He came back to the farm and after dinner I went to Riverside, but before I left I asked him how he felt and he said that he was all right. He was lying on a cot in a storage barn where it was cool and comfortable. The children have their swings there and were playing around him when I left. Later he went across thereat (sic.) to take his medicine and when he came back he fell just as he reached his cot. Verne, my grandson, saw that he was very sick and telephoned for the doctor who came in a few minutes. Some of the neighbors were called in but he had died when he feel (sic.) and the doctor pronounced his death as apoplexy.

    The children were very fond of Mr. Hendry and are almost inconsolable over the death of their friend. We all miss him very much and he said that this place seemed more like home to him than any place he has been since leaving the East.

    About six weeks ago he said to me that lie had dreamed a lot of his mother lately and it seemed as if something was going to happen to him.

    On the back of his registration card he had written some lines which read as follows: 'A save way to live, the best way to die, 'tis living in Jesus-, why don't you try? Jesus is coming soon, am you ready to meet him? City Park, Riverside, Calif.'

    We will send you all of his effects and his money. We surely miss him here and can scarcely realize that he will never come back again. You and the other members of his family have our sincere sympathy. The L.O.O.F. Lodge of Riverside (I.O.O.F. Evergreen Lodge #282) will conduct the funeral services. Assuring you again of our heart felt sympathy, I am sincerely yours, Jean G. Wilkinson."
    Charles Frank Hendry - 22 Feb 1998
  • Daniel Cassady - Information on Daniel Cassady born 1779 in Halifax Co VA. Died in 1860 and buried in Cassady Cemetary in Edgar Co IL. His grandson Daniel Lefridge Cassady settled in Coles Co. I would like to know where he is buried. He died 12/24/1880. I am willing to share information I have on this family. Helen Dallas - 20 Feb 1998
  • N. Cyrus Lewis - I'm looking for descendants of N.Cyrus Lewis came and stayed in Edgar County about 1850. He was married to Rachel Law and to Margaret Overpeck. His sons were George and John A. Grand-sons were Grover and Eugene. Great-grand-sons were Jerry, Richard and David. I've gained two new branches in the past year and would like to get aquainted with Cyrus's branch. Thanks very much. Charles Lewis - 18 Feb 1998
  • Ike / Judy - Emma J IKE b abt 1873 in IL md Franklin P JUDY. Their daughter, Clara Fern was b 29 Feb 1899 in Edgar Co. Emma's parents were Anderson W IKE and Anna BENNETT. Any info on these families would be greatly appreciated! Thanks, Pam Yates - 18 Feb 1998
  • Daniel Shrader/Schroeder - Looking for information on a Daniel SHRADER / SCHROEDER, who died 2 Dec. 1882 in Paris, Edgar Co. IL, married to a Frances BLOYER. They had child Elizabeth SHRADER, who married Isaac CRAIG in Douglas Co. IL, 1849. Thanks, Tom Green - 16 Feb 1998
  • Drake - Mary Ann DRAKE who married Isaiah Grover , 8/16/1873, in Edgar County, Illinois

    Also am trying to ascertain relationship, if any, to the following Drakes who married Grovers in pre-and post Civil War Illinois:

    Any information would be appreciated and will share what little information we have. Thank you for your courtesy and cooperation in this regard. Sincerely, Robert Campbell - 16 Feb 1998
  • Lydia James - I need an obit for Lydia James, wife of Evan James, d. 12 Nov 1855/1859 in Edgar Co. I need proof that Evan and Lydia James are parents of Andrew J. James. Evan James died in LaHarpe 1869. Ada Hubbard - 12 Feb 1998
  • Oberdorff / Clark - Would like to contact descendants of the following 2 families;
    Leroy Oberdorff married Clarinda Burt about 1860 Edgar Co.Ill.
    James Clark married Emily Burt about 1850 Edgar Co.Ill.
    KHindley@aol.com - 8 Feb 1998
  • Howell / Butler - Seaching HOWELL and BUTLER. Ggrandfather was BRANSON HOWELL. Daughters were ADA HOWELL and MARTHA (MARTY) HOWELL. Both girls married boys named BUTLER. Any information email me. Thanks, DHous85229@aol.com - 3 Feb 1998
  • Bennett - Can some one tell me if there is still a BENNETT family reunion? or picnic? I have BENNETT family in Edgar, Clarke, and Wayne. If this reunion is still happening, i want to come. Please any info....thanks so much, Florence Williams Cornwell - 3 Feb 1998
  • William Roley - I invite all correspondence regarding the family of William ROLEY who lived in Edgar Co. from 1830-50. His family included sons Moses and Stephen L., and daughters Nancy (Mrs. Jonathan) NOBLES, Ruth (Mrs. Peter) WEAVER, and Leanna (Mrs. Stephen) LEE. Please email me at George Lee - 21 Jan 1998
  • George W. Morgan - I am looking for someone that is researching the MORGAN line that includes George W. (Washington, I believe) Morgan b. abt.1881 in Illinois. He married 1st to Susie? and they had 3 children, which include Oliver, Fern, and Pauline. He later married Bertha Irene Percell and they had 1 child, Georgia Irene Morgan (my grandmother).

    If you have any info or knowledge concerning any of these individuals, I would be very grateful. James Butler - 19 Jan 1998
  • Henry Klinger - Seeking information about the family of Henry KLINGER, b 1786 in Darmstadt GER, died 1863 in Paris, Edgar Co, IL. Wife Mary (last unknown) also of Darmstadt, died 1871 in Paris, Edgar, IL. Two known children Henry b 02 Apr 1818 and John Leonard b 1827 in Paris, died 01 Mar 1876 in Paris. Would like to contact anyone with information about this family or family members. David Hubbard - 18 Jan 1998
  • Lee / Kidwell / Roley / Flood / Nobles - I invite all correspondence regarding the following families of pre-1850 pioneers: Stephen LEE, James KIDWELL, William ROLEY, William FLOOD, and Jonathan NOBLES. Please email George Lee at geolee@juno.com. George Lee - 14 Jan 1998
  • Thomas & Elizabeth Vermillion - Looking for burial place of Thomas and Elizabeth (Struthers)Vermillion, who came to Edgar County from Virginia post Civil War. Other family members have told me they are buried in Edgar County. Their son James, moved on to Montgomery County, Il and he is buried in Witt, Il. Any info on this family would be greatly appreciated! Barbara Clayton - 7 Jan 1998
  • McCleary / Camerer - I am interested in information on Calvin McCleary who married Sylvia Camerer about 1850. Daughter Mary Jane McCleary born 1859 in Ill. Marriage records show Calvin MCCLEARY married Barbara E. CAMERER 18/05/1848 in Madison Co. but census of 1850 shows alot of Camerers in Edgar Co. Ev Winter - 6 Jan 1998
  • Crunk - Seeking any information on George Matthew CRUNK and Lucy (TOWNSEND) CRUNK, who were known to reside in Paris in 1927. Also need any information on son George William CRUNK (who married Elsie Irene DUNN in Paris in 1927). I especially need any information regarding dates of death. Any information at all would be greatly appreciated. Marilyn Crunk = 3 Jan 1998
  • Drake / Colyar - My g-grandfather William Henry Drake b) Oct 1,1866 d) Feb 7, 1931,all in Edgar County wife Dollie Maude Colyar b)Dec 12,1869. Went by name of Henry, brother were James and Bruce sister Mary ( may have deied at a young age). Father was James R Drake, mother Sarah Ogden or Goodwin. Henry's grandfather was Simpson Drake. Both James R and Simpson Drake were in the 66th Ill Co.E during Civil War. Dollie Maude Colyar father was Thomas J Colyar b)Jan. 14, 1842 in Ind was in 10th Iowa Co. I during Civil war. Dollie mother Iatha Shafer born April 21,1846 near Toledo, died Nov 26, 1929. AslanLW@aol.com - 1 Jan 1998
  • Lillian Morrison - I have a letter from LILLIAN MORRISON, dated 1896 to a cousin in IN. She was living in Newman, IL at that time and said she was 16 years old. She was the daughter of Joseph Arthur Morrison, half -brother of my grandfather John Swayze Morrison. Both of them were born in Noble Co., OH. Was Joseph the Joseph Morrison who married Martha Smith in Coles Co., IL in 1872? Any information appreciated. Thanks, Dale Kelley - 22 Dec 1997
  • James Creech - James CREECH purchased 2 lots in Edgar Co. on 6 Mar 1837 (State of IL Public Domain Land Tract Sales). He m.1 Feb 1837 Elizabeth BAILEW in Clark Co., IL. I did not find this family on the 1840 IL census index; in 1850 Elizabeth "Screath" is widowed and she and her children were living with Charles BELLEE (her father?), other members of Charles' family in Grandview & Embarrass Pct pg 232. On pg 238, a Riley "Screath" is living with James HANKS and family. Seeking information on identity of James CREECH: place born, etc. Widow Elizabeth nor any of her children appear on the 1860 IL census index under Creech/Screech (other var.) Does anyone have further information on this family? Thank you. Ruby Ewart - 21 Dec 1997
  • Leseure / Kirby - Looking for info on CHARLES LESEURE & his wife SUSAN ELIZABETH KIRBY he was born abt 1797 in France. They got married 11 June 1840 in Vigo Co., Indiana. She was born abt 1827 & she died abt 1907 buried in Edgar Co (? I think). When & where did he die? Who were her parents? Will share what I have. E-mail me at rdmcgowen@aol.com - 21 Dec 1997
  • Robert McMillan - Am looking for info on Robert McMillan, Jr. dob 1803 in KY. Married Nancy Winning in Clark Cty, KY in 1824,and moved to Paris, Edgar Cty, IL before 1830. Winning died there and he married Nancy Ann Mays in 1840. After she died he married Martha Kemper in 1837. I have info to share on McMillans. Family tradition says he had 23 children--his last of record bornwhen he was 65. Would like info on the three wives as well as more complete info on the children of Robert. Pat McMillan - 20 Dec 1997
  • Tumbleson / Stamm - What I have is my great-grandmother Estella TUMBLESON, born in OH. She married my g-grandfather Lewis Burgess April 14, 1889, probably in Wayne or Wabash Co., IL. I found a widowed Rebecca TUMBLESON in Wabash Co. on the 1910 census and at the FHC on the Family Search program I found a Silas W. TUMBLESON and Rebbeca STAMM. Silas died Sep 30, 1900 in Paris IL. I couldn't find them on the 1900 census so I haven't put Silas and Rebecca together with Estella yet. Can anyone help me? Steve Burgess - 20 Nov 1997
  • William Grass - According to US Army military records my Grandfather William Grass was born in Edgar County, IL circa February 1878. He enlisted into the Army in Terre Haute, IN on January 18, 1902. After serving in the Philippines during the Spanish American War he was discharged in the Presidio of Monterey, CA on January 17, 1905. He was married to Anetta B. Price sometime between his discharge and the birth of my Father James M. Grass (in Terre Haute, IN) in November 7, 1910. William died 4 of 5 years after James was born... I assume in Terre Haute, IN. I would like to know if anyone has any information on William or his parents. Jack Grass - 19 Nov 1997
  • Zimmerman/Vandal, Criger/Kriger/Kreiger, Morris - Seek descendants of Virginia "Jennie" ZIMMERMAN (born 15 Apr 1857 IL - died where/when?) daughter of Joseph ZIMMERMAN (b 1826 PA - d 26 Feb 1914 Edgar Co, IL) and Octavia E. VANDAL (b 1834 VA - d 1892 Edgar Co, IL.) This couple married in Raysville, Henry Co, IN on 7 May 1850. Their children were Manerva (b 1852 IN,) Edward D. (b 1854 IN,) John Henry (b 1855 IN,) Virginia (b 1857 IL,) Wm. Roscoe (b 1860 IL,) Martha E. (b 1862 IL,) Elsworth H. (b 1865 IL,) George Washington (b 1868 IL,) and Augusta (b 1871 IL.)

    Bible records and correspondence show Virginia 1st married a CRI- GER/KRIGER/KREIGER. By 1914 she was living in Portland, Mult- nomah Co, OR, married to a _?_ MORRIS. Would also like location and date of Virginia's death. Joyce Brown - 17 Nov 1997
  • Breneman/Sellers/Whitcomb - Seek ancestors of David BRENEMAN (b 1818 PA - died about June 1896/97 Edgar Co, IL) and Margaret SELLERS? WHITCOMB? (b about 1822-24 PA - d 1892 Edgar Co, IL.) They were reportedly married 8 Aug. 1840 in PA by Rev. Wm. Spencer. Their eight children were John W. D. (b 1843 Milford, Wayne Co, OH,) Charles (b 1845 OH,) Stephen Foster (b 1847 OH?) David Brainerd (b 1849 Wayne Co, OH,) James B. T. (b 1851 OH,) Thomas C. (b 1855 Clark Co, IL,) Martin Luther (b about 1857 Edgar Co, IL,) and Emma J. (b 1860 Edgar Co, IL.)

    Margaret's maiden name on Breneman children's marriage records was WHITCOMB. But on son John W. BRENEMAN's 1928 Death Record from Del Monte, Los Angeles Co, CA her maiden name was listed as SELLERS. Was she married to either a SELLERS, or WHITCOMB before marriage to BRENEMAN? Joyce Brown - 17 Nov 1997
  • Charles Edward Channon - Seeking information on Charles Edward CHANNON, died 1940 in Paris, Illinois, and his wife Miranda May MAYNARD, died 1932 in Paris, Illinois. Possibly married in Edgar County. Their son Edward Albert CHANNON was born in 1879 in Paris. Any information would be greatly appreciated. Gordon Daily - 16 Nov 1997
  • Rebecca Sisel - Wanted information on Rebecca SISEL who married James VANDIVER, or VANDEVERT 1861 Edgar co. Ill. Who are her parents and where are James and Rebecca in 1860 and 1870 census? Thankyou. It's been nearly 20 yrs of Sissel /Cissel research and any help would be greatly appreciated. Donna Sissel Van Zandt - 11 Nov 1997
  • Sarah Sissel - Seeking parents of Sarah SISSEL who married John Milburn LANGLEY 16 Nov 1854 in Edgar co. Ill. Milburn's parents are probably Isaac LANGLEY and Rachel WOOD LANGLEY. Sarah SISSEL LANGLEY died and John Milburn married Harriet KEMPER in 1860 in Edgar co. Ill. James SISSEL resided Edgar co. at this time but this isn't his daughter. His daughter Sarah marries Elisha CLARK in 1858 in Jasper co. Ill. Thank you for any help. Donna Sissel Van Zandt - 11 Nov 1997
  • Margaret Gilreath - Looking for information on the Margaret GILREATH family. Margaret was born abt 1842; she married Harvey Harry SPRAGUE on 2-27-1862 in Edgar county. They had 10 children. I am looking for parents/siblings of Margaret and trying to find out where she is buried. Harvey is buried at Highland Lawn Cemetery in Vigo Ci. Thanks, Ann DiPietro - 4 Nov 1997
  • Benjamin Wayne - Looking for information on Benjamin Wayne who moved to Edgar County in 1828, likely with his son Benjamin Franklin Wayne and his family. Ben Sr. was born in Virginia in 1756, moved first to Kentucky and is reported to have died in Edgar County in 1832 and been buried in a "rural cemetery" there. Any information about the the Wayne family would be appreciated, particularly a record of his death or burial would be appreciated. Please email to Frank Bevc - 4 Nov 1997
  • Hereford (Herbert) Crum - Looking for information on the death date of Hereford (Herbert) CRUM. Died ca 1890-1900. Lived in Edgar County at the time. Wife Martha J. CLARK. Thanks for any information on this family. Will share any information from my database at: http://www.uftree.com/UFT/WebPages/patiapplewhite/JONES/index.htm Thanks, Pati Applewhite - 3 Nov 1997
  • Arterburn / Cornwell - Are there any ARTERBURN or CORNWELL descendants still in Edgar Co? I am looking for the parents of Philip CORNWELL 1818-1888 born Jefferson Co KY and his wife Eliza ARTERBURN 1820-1877 born in Jefferson Co KY. They moved to Edgar Co 1850 and are buried at Pleasant Hill Cemetery near Kansas, IL. Would love to correspond with fellow descendants. Their daughters married: Hiram Ash, ____Kinnaman, and Benjamin Edinger. Pat Johnson - 31 Oct 1997
  • Elizabeth Hogue - Elizabeth Hogue came to Edgar County as a young woman with her family. She married George Keeler in 1852 and then went to Shelby Co. IL. I am looking for her parents. Any help appreciated. Linda Smith - 24 Oct 1997
  • George W. Hancock - HANCOCK George W. believed to have married LEE Elizabeth in Edgar Co. 14 Dec 1846. Am interested in any information regarding either individuals ancestors or descendents. Thanks in advance...Henry Hancock - 21 Oct 1997
  • John Holmes - HOLMES, John b. Va, his daughter Abigail C. Holmes m. 1843 to WOOD, George H. in Edgar Co. son of William Wood and Elizabeth Houston. Looking for information on all of them. Thanks, Dee Townsend - 18 Oct 1997
  • Philip Cornwell - Philip CORNWELL lived in Edgar Co IL circa 1850-1880. He is buried at Plaesant Hill Cemetery with his wife, Eliza ARTERBURN. Was Philip's father Daniel CORNWELL and was Daniel ever in Edgar Co? The family originated in Jefferson Co KY. Pat Johnson - 16 Oct 1997
  • Walter Tucker - I am attempting to compile an updated history of the TUCKER family. I welcome any information on Walter TUCKER, on his son Osborn TUCKER, and on their descendants. Osborn Tucker died in Edgar County, Illinois in 1848. Three of Osborn TUCKER's sons Kelley R. TUCKER (1790-1869), Osborn S. TUCKER (1804-1894), and John TUCKER (1810-1888) resided in Edgar County, Illinois. Thank you! John R. Rohde II - 13 Oct 1997
  • William James - I am looking for information on my JAMES ancestors who lived in Edgar Co. beginning @ 1830. I have a reference to a cemetery in Paris, Edgar Co., which was named "James Cemetery" (or Old Asher)." Can anyone help with any reference materials and/or information on this cemetery?
    Edgar Co. JAMESes: William, Sr. (b 1759; Culpepper Co., VA/d 3-5-1836/37; Edgar Co.). Wife: Elizabeth Wells (d 1840-1850, Edgar Co.; William, Jr. (b 1797; Jessamine Co., KY) Christopher G. (b 1810; Scott Co., KY) goneaa@ag.state.mi.us - 10 Oct 1997
  • Henthorn - looking for any information related to the Henthorn family in Edgar Co.,IL.. It is rumored that William Henthorn and relatives lived in this county in 1870.. They had previously lived in Vermilion Co.,IL and Vermilion Co.,IN (where he was married).. A son Grant was born in 1865. John Haws - 25 Sept 1997
  • Combs - Varvell - In 1820, an Andrew VARVIL was listed on the 1820 Floyd Co, KY Census, p. 6. In 1830, an Andrew VARVEL was listed on the Edgar Co, IL. Census. In 1843, a Sarah VARVEL, gave a declaration in support of the RW Pension Application of Sarah Ann MILLION COMBS in Edgar Co, IL. According to HANKS genealogy, Sarah HANKS (1788-1876) md. Andrew VARVEL. Was the Andrew VARVEL in Floyd Co, KY in 1820 the same who was in Edgar Co, IL in 1840, and same who md. Sarah (HANKS?). Sharon Combs Mize - 14 Sep 1997
  • James & Emma Misner - I am looking for information on James & Emma Misner Swickard were in Edgar Co, 1900 census. he died in 1920 she in 1923. Can't find record of death or burial. Can you help? Lelia Bynum - 14 Sept 1997
  • Noah Sylvester Fletcher - Lived near Chrisman.b.1860 d.1947? m. Elizabeth Katnacal. Children - Everett, Herman Charles, and Maude. Also any information on James Fletcher of Paris who fled IL during the Civil War and changed his surname to Scott. Any information would be helpful. Mark Fletcher - 14 Sept 1997
  • William Henry Moore - Seeking information on WILLIAM HENRY MOORE b.1834 at ??? d. 1908 Paris, IL. Worked for the railroad. married Sarah Gross in 1861 at Casey, IL. They had 12 children. Surnames of the Edgar County children: HADDIX Paris,WILLIAMS Paris,LAYMON Paris,COOK Kansas. Dwight Vidito - 29 Aug 1997
  • Shaw / Clemmons (Clements) - Joseph Shaw m. Cynthia Clemmons/Clements and their children were all born in Edgar co., ill. children were James b. 1824, Elizabeth, John, Joseph, Mary Ann, Nancy, Richard, and Sara. Their son James b. 10 March 1824 in Edgar Co., IL and m. Alcha Katherine Baker. Any information on this Shaw family would be greatly appreciated. Gary Murray - 28 Aug 1997
  • Hamilton / Welton - My GGrandparents, Eben Winchester HAMILTON and Ella Tabitha CAHILL married and lived in Paris, Edgar Co., IL from 1882-1889. The WELTON family also in Paris, IL. are very important to my GGrandparents. Both were orphans and the WELTONS may have taken them in or they may be relatives?? I would appreciate any information about these families. Pugnutty@aol.com - 23 Aug 1997
  • Julie (Gulay) Allen - Looking for information on Julie (Gulay) ALLEN who married Jonathan S. Basford. Several of their children were born in IL. Jonathan may have died in Edgar Co. Bouliettte Twp.ca 1845-48 and be buried there. Julia may be daughter of John and Martha from Lee Co VA. Any help appreciated. Ken Hillmann - 23 Aug 1997
  • Jennings - I am wanting to exchange information on Menoah and Elizabeth (Roney) Jennings who came to Edgar Co., Illinois in the l830's or l840's from Brown County, Ohio. I believe that Menoah was a brother or cousin to my ancestor Benoni Jennings of Bond County, Illinois (born circa 1800 in Brown County, Ohio). Deanna Bennett - 15 Aug 1997
  • Longfellow / Wallace - I am researching two families in Edgar County, the Wallaces and the Longfellows. My gg granparents were John Wallace and Emily Longfellow. I am especially interested in the Longfellow line. They were married in 1846 in Edgar County, and I am looking for information on Emily Longfellow's parents and / or siblings.

    Update 29 May 1998 - Have found name of Emily Longfellow Wallace parents: Thomas Longfellow (died before 1850) and Anny ??? they were in Edgar County by 1830. Their children include John, Emily, Thomas and Henry these were all in the 1850 Cenus. Any information on these families would be appreciated. Jim Wallace - 5 Aug 1997
  • Capps - Am seeking any information about William G. CAPPS (a resident of Edgar Co., Illinois after 1900) or any of his descendants. William G. Capps, the son of William & Margaret (Peggy) OWENS CAPPS was born in in Rockcastle Co., Ky. on Oct. 10, 1842 & served in the Union Army from Kentucky in the Civil War. He married 3 times. First to Sarah (Sallie) Warmsley on Sept. 3, 1863 in Rockcastle Co., Ky.; Second to Sarah G. Rigsby Lear (a widow) on Feb. 6, 1898; and Third to Jane (maiden name unknown) on April 8, 1894. Eventually, William G. Capps moved to Hunter Township in Edgar Co., Illinois where he died on April 11, 1924 and was buried in Oak Grove Cemetery. His known children by his Sarah Warmsley was: (1) John R. Capps (1864-1895); (2) Mollie T. Capps (1866-1885); (3) William Capps (ca.1870- ? ); (4) Lulie B. Capps (1871-188-); (5) Oscar Capps (ca.1874- ? ); (6) Sarah Capps (ca.1876- ? ); (7) Thomas O. Capps (1879-1932); (8) Jesse Capps (1881- ? ); and (9) George Capps (1885- ? ). William & Sarah C. Rigsby Lear had one son which was Roy Capps (no birth & death dates). There are no known children by William's third marriage to Jane. Any help appreciated & will be glad to exchange information. John A. Vice - 3 Aug 1997
  • Myers / Cox - William F. MYERS and Emma COX were married c. 1880-1884. They had two sons, James J. and John Lloyd (my g-gf). John Lloyd was born in Harris, Edgar County. I would like to know the location of this town. Emma is reportedly buried in Paris, Edgar Co, but I do not know where. I would also like to know her burial location. Would like to correspond with any of James's descendants. Pamela Stephenson - 2 Aug 1997
  • Absolom Davis - Absolom DAVIS died in Edgar Co. IL about 1844. His widow, Isabel, was his second wife and mother of my great-great-grandmother, Elizabeth DAVIS, who married Israel Harrison Wright in Edgar Co. about 1838. Children of Absolom's first wife were: Adam (married Frances Fox in KY), James (married Sally Clements in Edgar Co.)), Solomon (married Irene York in Edgar Co.), Abram (unknown), and Annis (married Foster Eastham in KY), Uriah (married Susannah Hopper in KY). Adam, James and Annis lived and died in Edgar Co. Any info appreciated. Linda Doty - 31 July 1997
  • Sarah Collins Palmer - Sarah COLLINS, dau of Horatio George COLLINS and Moriah SATTERLEE, b. 18 May 1837 in Edgar Co., IL m. John Alexander PALMER 23 Aug 1859. Family notes show she returned to parent's home where she died in Sep 1911. John remarried in Tupelo, Mississippi in 1895. Looking for record of divorce. Children: Anson Chappel, Anesta May, Amy Elnora, Alma Grace, Arthur Ray, Alice Helen, William Collins, and Clarence Eddie. Judy Bramlage - 27 July 1997
  • Trogdon - Wanting to share info. on any TROGDON family members. They arrived Edgar Co. abt. 1850 from Randolph Co, NC. Thanks. Email only (We're in E. Malaysia right now) Judy Lockhart - 13 July 1997
  • Narcissa Lowry - LOWRY, Narcissa. Born abt 1802 in KY. Married abt 1829 in Edgar Co to Edward PRIER. On 1850 Census, they were still living in Edgar Co. and had the following children: Mary; David/Daniel; Hiram, William Milton, Felix, and Benjamin. They later moved into IA and by the late 1870s had moved to MO where they died. Seeking information on the LOWRY & PRIER families. Dee Mathews - 13 July 1997
  • Chester Peacock - Looking for the marriage date and accompaning information on: Chester Peacock (from Indiana) and Dora ? from Paris - Edgar County. They had a son Elmo Chester Peacock, born March 21, 1901 in Terre Haute, Indiana, and probably other children. James Peacock - 11 July 1997
  • James Hoult Jolliffe - James Hoult Jolliffe d. 1844 in Edgar Co. and is buried in Hoult Cemetery. Is his wife, Mary Drusilla Prickett Jolliffe, buried with him? She died 27 Aug 1849. Kathleen Rizer - 7 July 1997
  • Martha McDermott Tanner - Martha McDERMOTT TANNER b 5 May 1832 VA, d 20 Nov 1898 Paris, IL Martha, widow of Edward, moved to Edgar Co from OH 1869-70 with children, William Alfred b 1851 OH m Ellen MULLINS; Albert b 1853 OH; Margaret b 13Apr1855 OH; John b 13Jan1857 OH m Cynthia ROBERTS d 21Dec1946 Paris; Anna b 20Feb1859 OH m ?PEAR d 30Jan1937 Paris; Richard b 3Jun1867 OH. Seeking descendants of William, Albert, John, and Ann. Please contact Kerry Tanner - 2 July 1997
  • James Duck - Searching for all descendants of my James DUCK b.1796 VA, moved to Stratton Twp Edgar Co., IL from KY in 1830. James d.Stratton Twp 1886. Also need descendants of his grt grandaughter Mamie BARKER who m. Roscoe M. HUFFMAN and lived in Paris IL. Will share my research results. Linda Flesch - 29 June 1997
  • Mary Louise Craig - Mary Louise CRAIG, b. 18 Jun 1846 near Paris, Edgar Co., IL, married William M. WILEY 27 Jun 1863 in Cass Co., NE. She had fourteen children, all born Cass Co., NE. She died 4 May 1930 Murray, Cass Co., NE and is buried in Young Cemetery. Would appreciate IL information. Thanks! Judy Arnold - 26 June 1997
  • Ousley / Cryder - I am looking for information on Grant OUSLEY & Mary Ann CRYDER. I have no infomation about them birth, death or marriage. They had four children that I know of. Odess, Myrlte, Ida Blance and John Clayton. Ida Blanche OUSLEY was born February 15, 1892 in Paris, Edgar, Illinois. She was married in Kansas in 1912. Donna Clark - 25 June 1997
  • Colescott - Seeking descendants of William G. and Sarah J. (SMITH) COLESCOTT. Lived in Paris, Edgar, IL. He died 1913, she died 1931. Only son Henry E. Pat O'Connor - 21 Jun 1997
  • John Graham - I am searching for information on John GRAHAM, born April 15, 1841 in Ohio. He joined the 59th Illinois Infantry from Oakland, Edgar County. He ended his service in Texas in 1865 and stayed there. Would like to any information on his family. Tom Graham - 16 Jun 1997
  • Terrell / Noland - I am looking for the parentage of Joseph Leonard TERRELL (6/20/1860 - 8/6/1934) and wife Martha Matilda NOLAND Terrell (7/20/1865 - 10/12/1946). They were married in Edgar County, IL 5/8/1886 by JOP I.N. Craig as witnessed by Augustus Porter & Ida M. Craig. I want to learn the vital statics of Edward TERRELL & Mary Jane THOMPSON Terrell (his parents) and the same for James NOLAND & Elizabeth LUTEREL/LUTTREL Noland (her parents). Joseph Terrell was born in Jackson Co. IN, with his wife born in Davies Co. IN. Shawn Terrell - 10 Jun 1997
  • Isaac R. Maple - I am searching for any information on my g-grandmother's family, the MAPLE's. The 1900 census for Shiloh Twnshp., Edgar Co., states the following: Isaac MAPLE, b:1852 in Ohio, both parents born Ohio. His wife was Srilla, both of her parents were born in IN. Their children were: Nellie, b:1880 in IL, Effie, b:1883, in IL. John G., b: 1892, in IL., Archie, b: 1895 in IL. and my g-grandmother, Nora, b: IL. John G. obit. from Gillette, WY. proves out the family names. Also, there was at least 2-3 more sons not listed on the 1900 census. My g-grandmother, Nora, married in IL. and had my grandmother there in 1903. They eventually moved to MO., time unknown. Also, there is a IL. land record showing a Isaac Maple buying 160 Ac. in 1838 in Peoria Co, maybe his father? Any help or guidance would be greatly appreciated. Thanks, Charles Bell - 31 May 1997.
  • Daniel Eugene Swartz - I am looking for descendant of my grandfather Daniel Eugene Swartz. He was born in Cerro Gordo, Il May 28, 1909. His parents died when he was young and he has no information on them. He attended grammer school in Chrisman, ILL. His father's name was William Franklin Swartz. His mother was Della Mae Robinson. He says he stayed with a farmer after his parents died, he does not recall the name. He was an only child. Kelli Chesnut - 29 May 1997
  • Abraham and Magdaline Desart - Abraham DeSart and his wife Magdaline Eagles Desart were in Edgar Co. in 1850 along with several of their children. Magdaline died 01/07/1852 and Abraham 02/10/1856. Did they die in Edgar Co. and if so where are they buried? I know the family moved to Montgomery Co. before July of 1856. Have always understood that they were buried in Edgar Co. They were strong Methodists. Bill Baird - 28 May 1997
  • Charles F. Logan - On pg 377B of the 1860 Paris Twp, Edgar Co., census is the young family of Charles F. LOGAN, 26, engineer, wife Charity A., 17, infant son Frank and Nancy J. THOMAS, 12. Does anyone know anything about this family? Ruby Ewart - 27 May 1997
  • James E. Hanks - I am searching for information beyond what I have all ready.
      James E. Hanks b. 4-6-1851 in Illinois d. 1-14-1928 Ross Township, Edgar Co., ILL
      + Lucetta J. (?) b. 7-27-1860 ILL d. 11-21-1906 Ross Township, Edgar Co., ILL
      Lulu Mae Hanks b. Aug 4, 1881 in ILL
      Bert A. Hanks b. Feb 1879 in ILL
      Will Hanks
      Orville J. Hanks b. 10-16-1887 Ross Township, Edgar Co., ILL d. 4-22-1894 Ross Township, Edgar Co., ILL
    Virginia Ratterree - 26 May 1997
  • Ulysess Ousley (Owsley) - I need a death date and place for Ulysess Ousley (Owsley) He is buried in Edgar Co, Embarress Cemetary. All the stone says is 1922. I have not been able to find a death record in Edgar Co. I have checked Kansas, where he lived in the early 1900s no luck there. Can someone help? Ulysess was my g-grandfather. Paula Johnson - 20 May 1997
  • Alice Barbara Amos (Ames) - Looking for info on ALICE BARBARA AMOS, b. Nov 22, 1863 in Paris. Or anything on the AMOS family. Thanks, Roy Cook - 4 May 1997.
  • Shouse / Steele - My grandmother told me she and my granfather got married in Paris, Ill on 7-26-1924. I'm looking for any information I can get on Alma Shouse and Robert Steele II. I know Alma Shouse's family move around in In and Ill. At one time they lived in Effingham, were their uncle was mayor, Thurman Shouse. If anyone knows of them please let me know. Karen Veneskey - 25 May 1997
  • William Sims - I have found a William Sims in the 1840 Edgar Co. census index. Can someone give me the census info breakdown on his family? Thank you. Reita Sparrowk - 26 May 1997
  • Martin Robinson -I am looking for information on Martin ROBINSON, born October 18, 1822 and died March 1, 1909. His wife, Eliza Jane BONWELL. Their 10 children: Oretta Jane ROBINSON born on February 4, 1846. Maria Bell ROBINSON born on June 5, 1847. John William ROBINSON born October 9, 1849. Robert Lawson ROBINSON born January 19, 1852. Orrell Francis ROBINSON born June 18, 1854. Lucreta Ann ROBINSON born October 6, 1856. Milla Melcena ROBINSON born June 21, 1859. Jason Milton ROBINSON born July 13, 1862. Joseph Edgar ROBINSON born August 6, 1865. Sarah Ellen ROBINSON born February 6, 1868. They all were born in Edgar County, Illinois. Anyone with any information on this family, please e-mail me at Danella - 4 April 1997.
  • John H. Mitchell - I am looking for information on John H. MITCHELL born on January 12, 1844 and died in 1926 in Chrisman, Edgar County, Illinois. His wife Lucinda THOMPSON MITCHELL born March 5, 1848 and died on November 15, 1912 in Chrisman. Their children were: Charles W. MITCHELL born 1869. Fred MITCHELL born 1874. Rose MITCHELL born 1879. Ora Chandler MITCHELL born on February 24, 1884. All of the children were born in Chrisman. Anyone with information please e-mail me Danella - 30 April 1997.
  • George Washington Harmon (Harman) - I'm looking for information on George Washington Harmon (Harman), wife Martha Thornton Harmon who came to Paris ILL from Washington IN, with four children, they had three more children, Frank b 1853, Elmer b 1856 and John K b 1861 (our ancester) Looking for his occupation, land ownership, and if he and his wife died here. His son John K moved to Osage City KS abt 1881. Any suggestions for further research will be greatly appreciated. Pat Harmon - 27 April 1997.
  • Mary E. Adam - I am looking for parentage of Mary E. ADAM, b, Jan. 13, 1854 in Paris, IL. Kay Phillips - 25 April 1997.
  • Carnes - Seeking any information on this family. May be 3 brothers who moved from Cincinnati to Edgar County about 1870-5. Especially seeking information on George P. CARNES m. Virginia L. SMITH. Children included Robert, Edwin, Clivis, George, Delia plus others. Edwin m. Ida May WELLS of Douglas Co. about 1897. Lived briefly in Danville, then moved to Kalamazoo, MI. Robert m. Blanche ? and also moved to Kalamazoo. Jennifer Clark - 23 April 1997.
  • Herbert Kritzwas - Herbert Kritzwas born in Aurora 22 Sept 1871 married in Stearns Co, Mn 22 Sept 1892 and died 17 Aug 1941 in Paris. His wife was Catherine Brennan. Would love to hear from any of their descendents. contact Jim & Karen Zach - 23 April 1997.
  • Hanline/Henline family - Looking for any info possible on Hanline (Henline) family who lived in Edgar Co. 1865?throu at least 1873 when David married a Sarah Johnson 23 Nov. 1873. Info on the Johnson family would be appreciated. The Hanline mother is Happy aged 43, David aged 18, Daniel age 17, Issac age 15 and Sanuel age 8 all born in Va. according to 1870 census. Does anyone know fathers name? Thank you Carol Beaman - 21 April 1997.
  • Harris & Phoebe Freeman - Looking for information on Harris and Phoebe Freeman who were living in Edgar County in 1900 and had ten children. Harris was born 1843 in Virginia and Phoebe was born in 1852 in Illinois. Their children were William, Davis, Summer, John, Leroy, Nora, Robert, Jules, Esta,and Loral. They had lived in Missouri and Kansas before returning to Edgar Co. M. Gale A. Freeman - 20 April 1997.
  • Jemima McDonald - Looking for ancestors and siblings of Jemima McDONALD, wife of Edward T. THOMPSON. Her immediate family looked like this:

    Edward T. THOMPSON b.c1844, OH d.c1929 Borton, Edgar Co, IL sp:Jemima MCDONALD b. 1851, IL d. 1903 m c1874 Children: Edward T. THOMPSON, Jr; Alice THOMPSON; Donald E. THOMPSON; Fred L. THOMPSON; C. THOMPSON; UNK THOMPSON(twin to C. died in infancy); Charles O. THOMPSON (1874-1937) b. Edgar Co, IL d. China,TX, spouse:Elizabeth DEAN (1879-1960)

    Edward T THOMPSON, birthplace & date unknown, but raised family in Edgar County, IL (S of Danville, on IN border). The order of birth of Edward & Jemima's children is not known.

    The 1880 Census (Edgar County, Embarrass Twp, IL, p.71) includes in the household an Annis (or Anne?) MCDONALD, age 20, teacher, and a Kissey (Kisiah?) McDONALD, age 10 months. Does anyone have information about either of these two individuals? Is it possible that 'Kissey' is 'C.' Thompson, and just mis-identified as a McDonald by the census taker? David Harms - 17 Apr 1997
  • Levi Mann - I am researching the family of LEVI MANN b. 28 Mar 1797, died 18 Apr 1977, Paris, Edgar Co. IL; m. JANE BELL daughter of BENJAMIN BELL b. 22 May 1797 died 11 Sep 1857. They were married 24 May 1818. Levi and Jane Mann were the parents of J. Howard Mann, Samuel J. Mann (my g grandfather), Mary Mann, Celia Mann, Levi C. Mann, Hannah Mann, Elizabeth Mann, Isabelle Mann, Sarah Jane Mann. Samuel Mann married Martha A. Westbrook; Celia Mann married Martha's brother John Westbrook. Isabelle married Hiram Frazier and Sarah married Jasper Bell. Levi and Jane are both buried in Edgar Cemetery in Paris. After Jane's death, Levi married Catherine VanHouten (Mrs.) Lic 30 Aug 1858, bk SA, pg. 186 #4042, married 30 Aug 1858 bk B, pg. 25. I obtained some records several years ago when I visited Paris, but got very little cooperation from the lady at the courthouse and hated to ask for any more records. Would these license/marriage records possibly list Levi's parents? I have been unable to find them, but do know that he lived in Marietta OH for a time and his granddaughter was named Marietta after that town (learned this from a letter I have written by Sarah Jane). Will be very glad for any help you can give me. Thanks, Marilyn Duncan - 8 April 1997.
  • Philip Cornwell - Philip and Eliza Arterburn CORNWELL lived in Edgar Co 1860. They were both born in KY. Philip abt 1818 Eliza abt 1820-1823. They had 3 daughters, Malinda, Sarah E. (my ancestress) and Rachel. They were later in Clark Co IL. Sarah E. married Benjamin EDINGER in Edgar Co in 1868. Any help greatly appreciated. Pat Johnson - 12 April 1997.
  • Willet Griffin Brewer - I'm looking for the parents' names of Willet Griffin Brewer, born in Jan, 1883 in Hume, Il. His siblings were Fred, John, and Iola or Viola. Iola or Viola was a teacher in the Edgar county area in the early 1900's. Thanks, Shirley Soper - 9 April 1997.
  • Levi Mann - Am researching the family of Levi Mann, b. 28 Mar 1797. Died 17 Apr 1866, bu. Edgar cem, Paris IL. Levi married Jane Bell daughter of Benjamin Bell (The Rev. War Soldier) 24 May 1818 in Butler County OH. Jane was born 22 May 1797,m died 11 Sep 1857. She also is bur. in Edgar cem. After her death, Levi married Catherine VanHouten 30 Aug 1858. Levi and Jane were the parents of J. Howard Mann, Samuel J. Mann (my g grandfather) who married Martha Westbrook, daughter of Joanna (Charlot) and Martin Westbrook, Mary Mann, married Matthew Scott, Celia Mann who married John Westbrook (Martha's brother), Levi C. Mann who married Elizabeth Mann, Hannah Mann, Elizabeth Mann, Isabelle Mann who married Hiram Frazier, and Sarah Jane Mann who married Jasper N. Bell. Have been unable to find Levi Sr., parents or where he was born, although I think it was PA, but am not sure. Can anyone help? I have quite a bit on the families of Levi and Jane forward, that I would be glad to share if I have what anyone needs. Marilyn - 8 April 1997.
  • Davis Freeman - I am looking for information on the parents and siblings of Davis Freeman, b 1874 in Paris. He married Mary Sweet in 1898 in Clark Co. and had three children, Harry, Fred and Nora. According to his marriage license, his father's name may have been Harris Freeman (license was difficult to read). Gale Freeman - 19 Mar 1997
  • Clayton and Minnie Smith - I would like to correspond with descendants/relatives of the family of Clayton and Minnie (Martin) Smith. They were born and raised around Chrisman. Married on 11 Aug 1894 in Chrisman, they had the following children: Ora b Dec 1895, Pearl b 17 Feb 1897 died 12 Dec 1903, Lillie (my Great-grandmother) b 9 May 1899, Charles b 30 Oct 1900, Nettie b 1902, George b 1903, Fred b 1905, Laura b 22 Dec 1906, Emma b 26 Jan 1909, Nellie b 5 Sep 1910, Elsie b 29 Jan 1911, Russell Faye ("Jack") b 10 Sep 1914, Max b 25 Jan 1921, Blanch b unk, and Orville b unk. Minnie also had an older son named Arthur (Martin) b 10 Nov 1891. Many of these children stayed in Illinois, however Jack had a wife in Memphis, TN when he was killed in WWII, Max moved to Lake Charles, Louisiana. Elsie may have gone to Odessa, TX, Nellie was last living in Florida. Other related family names are: Holden, Wait, Ward, Hicks, Inge, and Miller. Darryn Lickliter - 20 Mar 1997.
  • Perkins/Porter - Exchange information on William PERKINS and spouse Cordelia PORTER that lived in Edgar Co., IL in 1834 thru 1860. Several of their children were born there. I am interested in both the Perkins and Porter lines. Donald D. Derr - 15 Mar 1997.
  • James & Sarah (King) McDaniel - Would like to correspond with descendants or close relatives of James and Sarah (King) McDaniel. Children were John m. Elizabeth Ulrey; James m. Sarah Bryant; Elza m. Elizabeth Lorton; William m. Ellen Fletcher; Lavisa d. young; Charles m. Sarah Eaton; Susan m. Jonathan Wakefield. James and Sarah from Bracken Co KY; lived IN for about 20 years before arriving Cold Spring Twp. about 1854. Most buried Mt. Olive/Sellers/Bryant Cemetery near Cowden. Sherry Mazzetti - 4 Mar 1997
  • Samuel Nolan - Looking for info on a SAMUEL NOLAN who purchased land in Edgar County IL in 1830, 1836, 37, 38 and 1840. I am trying to find the parents of my 3G Grandfather GEORGE W. NOLAN b30/31Jan1823 somewhere in OHIO. He married DRUSILLA BOWMAN on 18Sep1843 in Vermillion Co. Indiana. Their first child SAMUEL NOLAN was born ~1845 in ILL. George and Drusilla had more children in Indiana and moved to Iowa in 1849. It is a long shot that the SAMUEL NOLAN who purchased land in Edgar Co. ILL could be the father of George W. Nolan.

    Drusilla Bowman's family was part of the many inter-related families including MORGAN, COCHRAN, PRICKETT, and other families who settled the Vermillion Co. IN and Vermilion Co. ILL area in the late 1820's.

    The children of George and Drusilla Nolan: SAMUEL B. NOLAN b 1845ILL-md Emma Bell; CATHERINE M. b1846 -md C.C. Cleveland 11Apr1865 inBoscobel, Grant Co. WISC.-d 1932 in Spokane, WASH.; CAROLINE b01Nov1847 IND-md JESSE C.H.ESTES 01Sep1867 in Marion Co.IA-d10Sep1877, buried in ValleyCemetary, Guthrie Co. Iowa; ANGELINE b1850 IND-d1854 Allamakee Co. Iowa: TEMPERANCE b1849 IA-md Levi Cline 07Jan1874 in Panora, IA-d1896 in Sac County, IA; CASSANDER b~1853 IA-md William H. Jackson 24May1877-d1881Panora,IA; STEPHEN FRANKLIN NOLAN b~1855 IA-md Johanna S?. 1884-d1939 Spokane, WASH; SARAH EMELINE b ?IA-md Joseph Warner; HENRY SCHAFFER b?IA-md Emma Lyons; MARY LOUELLEN ELIZABETH b?IA-md (?) Van Valkenburg 1879 in Guthrie Co.IA; IDA BELL b1866 IA- md John Louis Staten.

    I haven't found them yet on the 1860 US Census, they are in Guthrie Co.IA in 1870.

    Drusilla died 24Nov1874 and is buried in Valley Cemetary, Guthrie Co.Iowa next to her brother STEPHEN FRANKLIN BOWMAN, her daughter CAROLINE NOLAN ESTES and several grandchildren.

    George remarried to PERMELIA (?AMOS?) and moved to Mason City, Cerro Gordo County, Iowa where he died 01Feb1881 and is buried in St. Joseph's Cemetary.

    George W. Nolan was presumed to be of Irish descent, his father possibly born in Ireland with the nick-name of "OLD NEDDY' or "OLD NATTY" . I'm not sure of their religion, Drusilla's family were Methodists and they were married by a Justice of the Peace.

    I've only been into genealogy for about a year and have been stuck on this family for about 6 months! Any info would be appreciated.....Thanks. Susan Fortenberry - 12 Mar 1997

  • Davis Freeman - I am looking for the parents of Davis Freeman born 1874 in Paris and married in 1898 in Clark County to Mary (Mollie) Sweet. The marriage license I got from Clark County was very difficult to read(the print was very small). His parents may have been Harris and Phoebe Freeman. Gale Freeman - 9 Mar 1997
  • Sarah Abbott Derby Trimble - My ggrandfather William Loman DERBY moved to Paris, Edgar County, IL around 1878 after divorcing my ggrandmother, Morganna TULLIS DERBY. William married second, Sarah J. PHILLIPS and third, Elizabeth EUBANK LEE. I am looking for my gggrandmother, Sarah ABBOTT DERBY TRIMBLE, who is William's mother. I found her marriage to Thomas TRIMBLE in 1862 in Edgar County. I have no other information on her, death, etc. Any information would be appreciated. Thanks. Joan HAYS SANDERS, Prospect, KY - 3 Mar 1997
  • Joseph V. Acklin - I am looking for a date of death and place of interment for Joseph V. Acklin born 1819 in Alabama, married in Edgar Co 6 Mar 1851 to Sarah Sims. Also for birth and death information on his wife Sarah Sims Acklin. Joseph and Sarah spent their lives from at least 1851 until death in Edgar Co. All of their children were born in Paris, Edgar County. I'd also like to find full birth dates for the following children of Joseph and Sarah: Rebecca (1857), Warren G. (1860 or 1861), Dianive Irene (1866), James Rufus (Feb 1870), and John B. (1872). I have full information on their son David Blackburn Acklin for anyone who is interested. Stories handed down by David indicate that Joseph built the courthouse in Peoria, he was a brick mason by trade. Diana Taylor - 1 Mar 1997
  • Patton/Lane - I am seeking the marriage date and place for John T. PATTON (1856-c1939) and Martha Elizabeth LANE (1856-c1943). Most of the records I have found call her Mattie. John was born Feb. 1856 in Edgar County, Ill., son of Frazier Armstrong PATTON (1818-1896) and Julia Ann EDWARDS (1813-1899), both of whom died in Edgar County. Mattie was born Sept. 18, 1856 in Maryland, daughter of John and Hannah Elizabeth LANE. John is found in Edgar County through the 1870 census. I have not found Mattie or her parents prior to her marriage to John. John's and Mattie's oldest child, Albert Newton, was born Sept. 1881 in Malvern, Ark. The rest of their children were born in Illinois. The youngest, Lola, my grandmother, was born March 24, 1892, in Coles County, Ill. At the times of the 1900, 1910 and 1920 censuses, John and Mattie were living in Douglas County, Ill. Karl Seitz - 28 Feb 1997
  • Henry French - I am looking for the death date and place of Henry FRENCH who was listed on the 1860 census of Edgar Co IL along with his second wife, Susannah or Susan and their children: Lucetta, Almira/Elmira and John C. Henry had other children who may have lived in Edgar County; among them were Ersom FRENCH, Simon P. FRENCH, Sarah A. FRENCH who married Lewis McCLAIN, Henry FRENCH, III and Mary Ann FRENCH who married Daniel DENHAM in Edgar County in 1837. Any help will be appreciated. I have some information to exchange. Thank you. Karen Venable - 2/97
  • Charles Duncan Perry - Charles Duncan PERRY was b. in Edgar Co. 1849. He had 4 older brothers.Jame, Walden, Vandever, and Wesley. They are listed in 1950 census in Clark Co. with Ebenezer and Parmelia PERRY. These boys are listed with the surname HESKETT. Later in Lamar Mo they are listed as Perry. I am searching for marriage of Ebenezer and Parmelia. And an explination of the Name change. If any knows of this family I sure could use help!! They have come from the black whole of genealogy!!!!!!!! Marcia Higginson - 2/97
  • Newberry and Sylvia Johnson - Continuing to search for descendants of Newberry and Sylvia (Tefft) Johnson (1796-1857). Their children included: Horace Caul Johnson (1822-1893) m. Mary Etta Tucker, Dorcas Ann Johnson (1825-) m. John R. Dole, George Tefft Johnson (1826-1863) m. Rebecca Larkin, Hiram Alamson Johnson (1828-), Cynthia Mariah Johnson (1831-), Irena Fatina Johnson (1833-), Julia Electa Johnson (1836-) m. Oscar Bacon and George Milliner, Joseph Newbury Johnson (1839-1901), m. Elizabeth Houghton, Sabin Nelson Johnson (1848-). Horace Caul (or Cowell) Johnson was namesake for small Edgar County town of Horace. Horace was my 2nd gr grandfather. Interested in contacting other researchers of this Edgar County family line. Bob Matkins - 2/23/97
  • Frank Allen Henson - My wifes G Granfather, Frank Allen Henson. DOB: 8-14-1886 was born in Paris, Illinois. He married Isa Pearl Knight, Date U/K. I know that he died 12/27/1971,in Paris, Il. Unfortunately. thats all I know about him. Can you help me find more about him. Thanks. Barry L. Dusel - 2/97
  • William Henry Cale - Looking for information on my great great grandfather, William Henry Cale, who married Martha Ellen Swisher, in Edgar Co. on April 21, 1859. Robert Singleton. 2/21/97
  • John Stratton - Can anyone tell me when and where John Stratton died? He married Dicea Mayo, 1808, in Floyd Co., Ky and moved to Illinois by 1818, and was living in Edgar Co. at its formation. He appears in the 1850 Edgar census as a widower (Dicea died in 1848). Thanks: Rob Moreland

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