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TUBBS HAPPUCK	Thu, 30 Dec 1999 -- I am looking for information on James Tubbs born NC in 1758 Orange Co.-NC m. Karren Happuck. In NC Volunteers . This is all the informatiion I have and no proof on this. Their is a James Tubbs listed in Rev. War. Would appreciate any information I can get on this line. Thanks! Della W. Wages
WOOD LOVE KING PAYNE	Wed, 29 Dec 1999 -- I cannot find the query asking about Jeptha Wood but will gladly respond to any question in reference to him. He was my 4th gr-grandfather. Also seeking parents of Samuel Ervin Love who married Eliza Jane King. Eliza is the daughter of Joseph Underwood King and Mourning Louisa Payne. Glad to share all information with family! Tricia Potter
KING MILLER REDMOND	Thu, 23 Dec 1999 --  SOLOMON KING m. RHODA MILLER and lived on Hominey Creek buried mabey at Haw Creek Methodist Church.  Any information on these folks is needed.  Son, Harley Bascomb m. Martha M. K. Redmond of Swannanoa lived in Buncombe then moved to Jackson County to top of Plott Balsam.  I need mostly dates and verification of lineage if possible. George Lewis
TAYLOR	Wed, 22 Dec 1999 -- Information on Samual F. TAYLOR of Asheville, NC. Buncombe County. Samual F. TAYLOR was a 2nd Lt. in 3rd NC Reg Co. (K) 1898 Spanish American War. Charles H. Taylor III.
ROBERTS PENLAND REVIS	Tue, 21 Dec 1999 -- Seeking parents of George M. Roberts  (1830-1901), b. Madison Co.-NC, died Buncombe Co.-NC, m. Cecelia Catherine Penland. Also seeking her parents. Need verification that George had a sister Martha Roberts who married Henry W. Revis. Susie
PATTON	Tue, 21 Dec 1999 -- Looking for anyone who has information on the PATTON family that lived on Upper Brush Creek road in Fairview.  We have located a family cemetery on what we assume is their old homestead. At least one member of the family was GEORGE PATTON. Dale Wright
WILLIAMSON DUCKWORTH	Mon, 20 Dec 1999 -- Charles Williamson - I am looking for information concerning the father of Charles Williamson born in Virginia 1754, served in the Revolutionary War 1776, entered service from Rowan Co.-NC. Children: Charles Wesley, Mary Charles Jr. and Nancy. Charles was living in Buncombe Co.-NC in 1800, in Pickens District (now Oconee Co.-SC) in 1849. When Charles died his son John Wesley lived in Lumpkin Co.-GA, when he died mary married a Duckworth and lived in Union Co.-GA. Charles Jr. possibly ended up in the Coffee Co.-TN area. Loy N. Williamson
ROPER	Sun, 19 Dec. 1999 -- Searching for information on parents and siblings of ancestor James Roper b. 1830 in NC. He married Lucindie C. Panther in Macon Co. in 1850, then left to Titus Co.-TX in 1854. Lucindie was born Macon Co. in 1833. I have no other information on his pre-TX family. Thanks a lot. Mike Peterson
WEST	Sun, 19 Dec 1999 -- Researching the WEST family. My gr-gr-gr-grandfather, William P. West was born in Buncombe Co.-NC in 1866. He was supposedly the son of John West. If anyone has information on this West family & how they got to Buncombe Co.-NC please e-mail me. David E. Casto
AKINS AKIN AKEN	Sunday, 19 Dec 1999 -- I am researching  Rev. Soldier Ezekiel Akin/s, Aken/s  born circa 1760.  He was one of the sons of Lewis Akin/s, Eakin/s who died in Laurens Co., SC 1791. Ezekiel moved to Old Buncombe Co., NC after the war and, apparently died there abt. 1820.  One son, Thomas, stayed in Buncombe Co., while at least two of his other sons, John and Lewis, migrated into norther Ga.  I am interested in any lines from this family. Thank you. Joan Croson  JoanC123@aol.com
WOOD	Monday, December 13, 1999 -- WOOD, MARGARET ISABELL, Born March 1, 1928 in Toronto, Canada. Daughter of Edward James Wood and Bessie Gertrude Wood ne: Perrin. A Margaret Isabell Allen ne: Wood was buried in NC. in 1959. Can you tell me the birth date of this person and her birth place if you know it. With much appreciation. Chris Christina Crandell-Morey (ijmorey@eidnet.org)
LEDFORD ALLISON CURTIS	Sunday, December 12, 1999 -- Seeking marriage records of the following Ledford marriages. These may have accured in Buncombe Co, NC or Macon Co, NC or elsewhere in NC.:George Towery LEDFORD and Mary CURTIS about 1795  George Towery Ledford, born abt. 1772 in , PA; died 1857 in Macon, NC; buried  in Sugar Fork cem, Cullasaja, Macon, NC. He married in 1795, Mary Curtis, born 11 Dec 1777 in Randolph, NC; died 1844 in Macon, NC; buried  in Sugar Fork cem, Cullasaja, Macon, NC, daughter of Thomas Curtis  and Eleanor Bryant. Mary CURTIS Tombstone reads 'Was a consistant member of the Meth. Church for 50 yrs.'  Children of George Towery LEDFORD and Mary CURTIS were as follows:  i       Curtis Aaron2 Ledford [1557], born 8 Apr 1796 in NC. He married Sarah Cassandra Allison [2331].  ii      Hiram2 Ledford [1207], born abt. 1805 in , NC. He married Mary (---) [1556].  iii     Elizabeth2 Ledford [1559], born 3 Nov 1813 in Buncombe, NC. She married William F. Passmore (Sr.) [1560]. iv      John Henderson2 Ledford [1558], born 27 Jun 1816 in Buncombe, NC. He married Sarah B. Bell [2758]. The 2 following were sons of George Towery Ledford:  Curtis Aaron Ledford and Sarah Cassandra Allison about 1814  Hiram Ledford and Mary _____ about 1821 Thanks for any help  Rich Nallenweg (RNallenweg@aol.com)
MOORE WARREN	Sunday, December 12, 1999 -- Researching Moore/Warren Families of Hominy Creek in Enca/Candler area of Buncombe Co, NC.  Any and all help would be appreciated.  Grfather was Terrell MOORE b. 1905 d. 1980  wife Lillie WARREN b. 1907 d. 1983 Know families lived on Hominy Creek for a hundred years or so. Thanks in advance from the North Pole. Paula Moore (tworavens.@gci.net)
MAINER ARROWOOD	Thursday, December 9, 1999 -- Looking for parents of William Joseph Mainer, b. May 13,1850,d.March 19,1947. Joe married Mary R."Polly" Arrowood. Joe and Polly Mainer's children were Eva Leona, Dorothy A., Essie Roxie Lee, Alford M., Joseph Emmitt, Wayne, Gertrude, James, Wade, and Willis.    Joseph was a popular performer in the folk festival each year, singing old-time ballads.    Joseph was my ggrandfather, and none of the family know who his parents were,have been told he was adopted, also was told he was born in Madison County, N.C., and he and his father had a falling out when Joe was in his early 20's, Joe left and came to Buncombe County where he met and married Polly, and he and his father never made up. If anyone has any info, on the Mainer family please contact me!!  Thanks, Judy  Judy Wilson (Wilsonjb@brinet.com)
CLARK DALTON	Thursday, December 9, 1999 -- Searching for info on Benjamin CLARK Sr. in Buncombe County 1790 and son Benjamin CLARK Jr. Ben Jr. married Lucy DALTON and wound up in Catoosa County Ga. in 1830. Who was Ben Jr. Mother? Were there other children besides Richard and Ben Jr.?  Sherry Clark (bodorosh@aol.com)
GUDGER	Thursday, 9 Dec 1999 -- Looking for information on Sarah GUDGER, who married Byrd Garland Cole, born about 1804 in Buncombe County, NC. Sarah Gudger was born in Buncombe Co. about 1802, and died about 1835 in Alabama. Anyone have any info? Thanks! Marian Douglas <dasha@unet.com.mk>
RICE RIGSBY GUDGER ARROWOOD	Thursday, December 9, 1999 --  I know of three of my RICE family members from NC who are buried in Greeneville, TN. I would like to trade info with other family members and descendants. Mary Ann "Polly" "Pop" RICE RIGSBY, and Isaac F. RICE, Jr. were children of Isaac, Sr. and Nancy KEITH RICE. Also buried in Greeneville is Mary Ann Rice Rigsby's daughter, Matilda (RICE) GUDGER, born 1850, died 1890. Mary "Polly" Ann Rice Rigsby was born in 1830, in Madison County, NC, died in Greene County TN, 1888. Her brother, Isaac, Jr., was born 1832, and died 1898, also in Greeneville TN. He was married to Rachel ARROWOOD. Would like to share info with other descendants. Marian Douglas (dasha@unet.com.mk)
PADGETT	Monday, December 6, 1999 -- Am looking for any information on a MARGARET PADGETT and her two daughters, Mary C and Arbella.  Traced them to McDowell Co. in 1880, then lost them.  Really need help on this. Thanks  JAMES PADGETT (JAMES PADGETT@MAIL CITY.COM)
SALTS BRANNAN	Sunday, December 5, 1999 --  Looking for Robert Monroe Salts, b 1836 in E. Tennessee, m. Ellen Brannan in 1859, served in Union army in 4th Tennessee Volunteers, came to Buncombe County don't know when, thought to have been postmaster at Fairview, ended up in Henderson County, d. 1894. My grandfather.  Any help appreciated. Dixie Dellinger (dixied@shelby.net)
HARRIS	Sunday, December 5, 1999 -- looking  for father and mother of DANIEL HARRIS born around l850 in N.C. moved to tennessee married Emaline Kirkland. any info would be appreciated. thanks, betty harris hicks (royl27@webtv.net)
WILLIAMS MATSON SEWELL	Sunday, December 5, 1999 -- I am looking for info on Jesse WILLIAMS who was born in Buncombe Co. in 1783. He married Caroline Matson first and then Malon Sewell.He later moved to Franklin Co. TN, Tippah Co. MS and Franklin Co. AR where he died in 1855. Has anyone heard of this line? Thanks, Brenda Cooper (coopring05@aol.com)
LANDERS ROBINSON ROBERTSON ROBERTS GUTHRIE  JOHNSON PAYNE WARDREP WALDROP SAMS SILVER WOODY KIETH RUNNION DEAVER COCKRAN BLACKWELL DAVIS TREADWAY, HENDERSON SEGALE (SEZALE)	Sunday, December 5, 1999 -- Seeking documentation for the following marriages which ocurred in Buncombe Co, NC: Thanks for any help.  Barney Landers abt 1800 Sarah Robinson to David Robinson abt 1825 Thomas Robinson to Nancy Silver abt 1829 Amanda Roberts to Mark Guthrie abt 1840 Katie Roberts to John Sams abt 1840 Lydia Roberts to William R. Kieth abt 1840 Elizabeth Robinson to Edward Woody Sept 1829 Edward Robinson to Nancy Runnion abt 1805 William B. Roberts to Mary ______ abt 1813 George Robinson to Mary Deaver abt 1827 Gaines Roberts to Eliza Guthrie abt 1833 Richard Roberts to Caroline Guthrie abt 1834 Mary Ann Davis to Jacob Sams abt 1843 Nelson Davis to Sarah Cockran abt 1847 Andew Jackson Davis to Mary Blackwell abt 1849 Samuel C. Robinson to Olija ______ abt 1898 Absolum Wardrep to Susannah _______ bef 1850 Nancy Priscilla Davis to Aaron Treadway Mar 1832 David Davis to Rachel _______ abt 1808 Samuel Davis to Elizabeth Henderson abt 1826 Lavina Davis to Samuel Segale (or Sezale) abt 1833 Finner Lacey Johnson to Juanita Payne abt 1926 Rich Nallenweg (RNallenweg@aol.com)
McMINN KUYKENDALL	Friday, 3 Dec 1999 -- Can anyone help me find proof of parents of Jane McMINN, that are listed many places as being Robert b 1799 b. Buncombe Co and d. Kerrville Kerr Co Tx and wife Sarah Kuykendall b 1797 NC and died same place Texas.  thanks for any help.  Frances Reese <oktosmile@yahoo.com>
INGRAM MARTIN STEPP ALLEN DAVIS WILSON KYLE SUMNER BAKER BISHOP CROOK WALDRIP	Saturday, December 4, 1999 -- Robert "Bobby" INGRAM m. Jane "Jennie" Virginia MARTIN They rode down from Virginia to Buncombe Co. NC and had 8 children were born in Averys Creek, Buncombe Co.NC: John INGRAM - Thought to have moved ~1840 to Cherokee Co., NC; Robert INGRAM - Left house in early manhood probably moved to TX; Joel INGRAM m. Ann STEPP (Colby & William's sister) They had 10 children (John, Dianah m. Frank KYLE, Joel m. Laura SUMNER, Robert m. Adlade BAKER, Polly Ann, Jesse m. Celia Letitia BISHOP, William "Bill", Saphronia, Lewis & James Parley m. 1-Rozanna CROOK 2-Doxie Tyron WALDRIP); Lewis INGRAM m. Elizabeth ALLEN They had daughter Annie; Sarah INGRAM m. Colby STEPP (Ann & William's brother); Polly INGRAM m. William STEPP (Ann & Colby's brother); Betsie INGRAM m. William DAVIS; & Harriet INGRAM m. James Patton WILSON. Any information would be apprieciated. Thank You, Douglas O. Watson   (watsondoug@earthlink.net)

	DECEMBER 1999
AKINS AKIN AKEN	Sunday, 19 Dec 1999 -- I am researching  Rev. Soldier Ezekiel Akin/s, Aken/s  born circa 1760.  He was one of the sons of Lewis Akin/s, Eakin/s who died in Laurens Co., SC 1791. Ezekiel moved to Old Buncombe Co., NC after the war and, apparently died there abt. 1820.  One son, Thomas, stayed in Buncombe Co., while at least two of his other sons, John and Lewis, migrated into norther Ga.  I am interested in any lines from this family. Thank you. Joan Croson  JoanC123@aol.com
WOOD	Monday, December 13, 1999 -- WOOD, MARGARET ISABELL, Born March 1, 1928 in Toronto, Canada. Daughter of Edward James Wood and Bessie Gertrude Wood ne: Perrin. A Margaret Isabell Allen ne: Wood was buried in NC. in 1959. Can you tell me the birth date of this person and her birth place if you know it. With much appreciation. Chris Christina Crandell-Morey (ijmorey@eidnet.org)
LEDFORD ALLISON CURTIS	Sunday, December 12, 1999 -- Seeking marriage records of the following Ledford marriages. These may have accured in Buncombe Co, NC or Macon Co, NC or elsewhere in NC.: George Towery LEDFORD and Mary CURTIS about 1795  George Towery Ledford, born abt. 1772 in , PA; died 1857 in Macon, NC; buried  in Sugar Fork cem, Cullasaja, Macon, NC. He married in 1795, Mary Curtis, born 11 Dec 1777 in Randolph, NC; died 1844 in Macon, NC; buried  in Sugar Fork cem, Cullasaja, Macon, NC, daughter of Thomas Curtis  and Eleanor Bryant. Mary CURTIS Tombstone reads 'Was a consistant member of the Meth. Church for 50 yrs.'  Children of George Towery LEDFORD and Mary CURTIS were as follows:  i       Curtis Aaron2 Ledford [1557], born 8 Apr 1796 in NC. He married Sarah Cassandra Allison [2331].  ii      Hiram2 Ledford [1207], born abt. 1805 in , NC. He married Mary (---) [1556].  iii     Elizabeth2 Ledford [1559], born 3 Nov 1813 in Buncombe, NC. She married William F. Passmore (Sr.) [1560]. iv      John Henderson2 Ledford [1558], born 27 Jun 1816 in Buncombe, NC. He married Sarah B. Bell [2758]. The 2 following were sons of George Towery Ledford:  Curtis Aaron Ledford and Sarah Cassandra Allison about 1814  Hiram Ledford and Mary _____ about 1821 Thanks for any help  Rich Nallenweg (RNallenweg@aol.com)
MOORE WARREN	Sunday, December 12, 1999 -- Researching Moore/Warren Families of Hominy Creek in Enca/Candler area of Buncombe Co, NC.  Any and all help would be appreciated.  Grfather was Terrell MOORE b. 1905 d. 1980  wife Lillie WARREN b. 1907 d. 1983 Know families lived on Hominy Creek for a hundred years or so. Thanks in advance from the North Pole. Paula Moore (tworavens.@gci.net)
MAINER ARROWOOD	Thursday, December 9, 1999 -- Looking for parents of William Joseph Mainer, b. May 13,1850,d.March 19,1947. Joe married Mary R."Polly" Arrowood. Joe and Polly Mainer's children were Eva Leona, Dorothy A., Essie Roxie Lee, Alford M., Joseph Emmitt, Wayne, Gertrude, James, Wade, and Willis.    Joseph was a popular performer in the folk festival each year, singing old-time ballads.    Joseph was my ggrandfather, and none of the family know who his parents were,have been told he was adopted, also was told he was born in Madison County, N.C., and he and his father had a falling out when Joe was in his early 20's, Joe left and came to Buncombe County where he met and married Polly, and he and his father never made up. If anyone has any info, on the Mainer family please contact me!!  Thanks, Judy  Judy Wilson (Wilsonjb@brinet.com)
CLARK DALTON	Thursday, December 9, 1999 -- Searching for info on Benjamin CLARK Sr. in Buncombe County 1790 and son Benjamin CLARK Jr. Ben Jr. married Lucy DALTON and wound up in Catoosa County Ga. in 1830. Who was Ben Jr. Mother? Were there other children besides Richard and Ben Jr.?  Sherry Clark (bodorosh@aol.com)
GUDGER	Thursday, 9 Dec 1999 -- Looking for information on Sarah GUDGER, who married Byrd Garland Cole, born about 1804 in Buncombe County, NC. Sarah Gudger was born in Buncombe Co. about 1802, and died about 1835 in Alabama. Anyone have any info? Thanks! Marian Douglas <dasha@unet.com.mk>
RICE RIGSBY GUDGER ARROWOOD	Thursday, December 9, 1999 --  I know of three of my RICE family members from NC who are buried in Greeneville, TN. I would like to trade info with other family members and descendants. Mary Ann "Polly" "Pop" RICE RIGSBY, and Isaac F. RICE, Jr. were children of Isaac, Sr. and Nancy KEITH RICE. Also buried in Greeneville is Mary Ann Rice Rigsby's daughter, Matilda (RICE) GUDGER, born 1850, died 1890. Mary "Polly" Ann Rice Rigsby was born in 1830, in Madison County, NC, died in Greene County TN, 1888. Her brother, Isaac, Jr., was born 1832, and died 1898, also in Greeneville TN. He was married to Rachel ARROWOOD. Would like to share info with other descendants. Marian Douglas (dasha@unet.com.mk)
PADGETT	Monday, December 6, 1999 -- Am looking for any information on a MARGARET PADGETT and her two daughters, Mary C and Arbella.  Traced them to McDowell Co. in 1880, then lost them.  Really need help on this. Thanks  JAMES PADGETT (JAMES PADGETT@MAIL CITY.COM)
SALTS BRANNAN	Sunday, December 5, 1999 --  Looking for Robert Monroe Salts, b 1836 in E. Tennessee, m. Ellen Brannan in 1859, served in Union army in 4th Tennessee Volunteers, came to Buncombe County don't know when, thought to have been postmaster at Fairview, ended up in Henderson County, d. 1894. My grandfather.  Any help appreciated. Dixie Dellinger (dixied@shelby.net)
HARRIS	Sunday, December 5, 1999 -- looking  for father and mother of DANIEL HARRIS born around l850 in N.C. moved to tennessee married Emaline Kirkland. any info would be appreciated. thanks, betty harris hicks (royl27@webtv.net)
WILLIAMS MATSON SEWELL	Sunday, December 5, 1999 -- I am looking for info on Jesse WILLIAMS who was born in Buncombe Co. in 1783. He married Caroline Matson first and then Malon Sewell.He later moved to Franklin Co. TN, Tippah Co. MS and Franklin Co. AR where he died in 1855. Has anyone heard of this line? Thanks, Brenda Cooper (coopring05@aol.com)
LANDERS ROBINSON ROBERTSON ROBERTS GUTHRIE  JOHNSON PAYNE WARDREP WALDROP SAMS SILVER WOODY KIETH RUNNION DEAVER COCKRAN BLACKWELL DAVIS TREADWAY, HENDERSON SEGALE (SEZALE)	Sunday, December 5, 1999 -- Seeking documentation for the following marriages which ocurred in Buncombe Co, NC: Thanks for any help.  Barney Landers abt 1800 Sarah Robinson to David Robinson abt 1825 Thomas Robinson to Nancy Silver abt 1829 Amanda Roberts to Mark Guthrie abt 1840 Katie Roberts to John Sams abt 1840 Lydia Roberts to William R. Kieth abt 1840 Elizabeth Robinson to Edward Woody Sept 1829 Edward Robinson to Nancy Runnion abt 1805 William B. Roberts to Mary ______ abt 1813 George Robinson to Mary Deaver abt 1827 Gaines Roberts to Eliza Guthrie abt 1833 Richard Roberts to Caroline Guthrie abt 1834 Mary Ann Davis to Jacob Sams abt 1843 Nelson Davis to Sarah Cockran abt 1847 Andew Jackson Davis to Mary Blackwell abt 1849 Samuel C. Robinson to Olija ______ abt 1898 Absolum Wardrep to Susannah _______ bef 1850 Nancy Priscilla Davis to Aaron Treadway Mar 1832 David Davis to Rachel _______ abt 1808 Samuel Davis to Elizabeth Henderson abt 1826 Lavina Davis to Samuel Segale (or Sezale) abt 1833 Finner Lacey Johnson to Juanita Payne abt 1926 Rich Nallenweg (RNallenweg@aol.com)
McMINN KUYKENDALL	Friday, 3 Dec 1999 -- Can anyone help me find proof of parents of Jane McMINN, that are listed many places as being Robert b 1799 b. Buncombe Co and d. Kerrville Kerr Co Tx and wife Sarah Kuykendall b 1797 NC and died same place Texas.  thanks for any help.  Frances Reese <oktosmile@yahoo.com>
INGRAM MARTIN STEPP ALLEN DAVIS WILSON KYLE SUMNER BAKER BISHOP CROOK WALDRIP	Saturday, December 4, 1999 -- Robert "Bobby" INGRAM m. Jane "Jennie" Virginia MARTIN They rode down from Virginia to Buncombe Co. NC and had 8 children were born in Averys Creek, Buncombe Co.NC: John INGRAM - Thought to have moved ~1840 to Cherokee Co., NC; Robert INGRAM - Left house in early manhood probably moved to TX; Joel INGRAM m. Ann STEPP (Colby & William's sister) They had 10 children (John, Dianah m. Frank KYLE, Joel m. Laura SUMNER, Robert m. Adlade BAKER, Polly Ann, Jesse m. Celia Letitia BISHOP, William "Bill", Saphronia, Lewis & James Parley m. 1-Rozanna CROOK 2-Doxie Tyron WALDRIP); Lewis INGRAM m. Elizabeth ALLEN They had daughter Annie; Sarah INGRAM m. Colby STEPP (Ann & William's brother); Polly INGRAM m. William STEPP (Ann & Colby's brother); Betsie INGRAM m. William DAVIS; & Harriet INGRAM m. James Patton WILSON. Any information would be apprieciated. Thank You, Douglas O. Watson   (watsondoug@earthlink.net)
MOSES	Tuesday, November 30, 1999  -- searching for whereabouts of Renee MOSES believed to be in the Houston Texas area. She move to the USA from Canada and India. She arrived in Canada about 1993 and left Vancouver Canada for Houston around August of 1998. Steve Hertzman (rchem@axion.net)
CROSSNO	Tuesday, 30 November 1999 -- My name is Jason Crossno and I am seeking info on my family name.

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MOSES	Tuesday, November 30, 1999  -- searching for whereabouts of Renee MOSES believed to be in the Houston Texas area. She move to the USA from Canada and India. She arrived in Canada about 1993 and left Vancouver Canada for Houston around August of 1998. Steve Hertzman (rchem@axion.net)
CROSSNO	Tuesday, 30 November 1999 -- My name is Jason Crossno and I am seeking info on my family name.
WHORLEY- WORLEY	Sunday, November 28, 1999 --  Seeking any info on a Julia b. 1820 in N.C. d. 1865 Married Dickinson Miller in 1840. Moved to Ohio. Any info. appreciated. Lisa Stamper (LSta348410@aol.com)
EVANS MOFFITT WILLIAMSON	Sunday, November 28, 1999 -- Looking for ancestors of John C. EVANS b 1826 NC.  He married Sarah Elizabeth MOFFITT.  Their children were: Elizabeth Selina EVANS (1852) m John Henry WILLIAMSON, Mary A EVANS (1854/55) m Henry J. Kanipe, Susan EVANS (1857) m David Kanipe, Sarah C EVANS (1860) m Jeff Deal, and Nancy E EVANS (1863).  John C EVANS is found on the 1870 Census McDowell Co and the 1880 Census Buncombe Co. Sue Stepp (bbm34@prodigy.net)
HARDIN	Friday, 26 November 1999 -- I am looking for a woman with the maiden name of  Hardin. She lived in the Fairview, Reynolds district of Bumcombe Co.and worked at Reynolds High School in the 60's. I was told she lived behind the school somewhere. She has a link to my family tree. I don't think she would be alive today.  Thanks, esmathers@haywood.k12.nc.us
RUFF	Friday, November 26, 1999-- Looking for parents or siblings of Enoch RUFF,who b 1805 in South Carolina and migrated to western North Carolina bef 1840.May have had a brother named Daniel S. RUFF b abt 1815.He was a member of Cooper's Gap Baptist Church. m(1) Mary Owensby  m(2)Mary(Polly)laughter. Steve Ruff (mruff@dialpoint.net)
MCDONALD WILLIAMSON	Thursday, November 25, 1999 -- comment_area: Looking for ancestor info on Winfred MCDONALD.  He married Cannie Williamson b 1890 in Buncombe Co NC.  Sue Stepp (bbm34@prodigy.net)
ALEXANDER MARTIN	Tuesday, November 23, 1999 --Looking for any information on John F. ALEXANDER and Lusenda MARTIN, especially their marriage date. Lusenda MARTIN was born July 03, 1829 in Buncombe County, NC. I have information on the Martin family but none on her husband, John F.ALEXANDER'S family, please help. Will share what I have on the Martin line. Thanks, please email me. Wendy Shelton (Wshe109026@aol.com)
MARR PATTERSON	Tue, 23 Nov 1999 --  I am attempting to trace an ancestor, Alexander Marr. The only information I have is of his daughter, Sarah (1794-1855-56). She married James Patterson, Buncombe Co. 1810. Sarah had brothers , Peter, Joseph, Alexander. Sarah's mother was Cherokee. After James' death in 1850, Sarah moved to "Indian Territory", OK, possibly, Vinita, Craig Co. If marriage records remain from this period, perhaps they include something of Sarah's parents.  Any advise or referrals would be appreciated. Sincerely, Jim Marr New Brunswick Canada
CHIEF DONOHOO JUNALUSKA SCOTT	Monday, November 22, 1999 -- Seeking info on CHIEF DONOHOO and JUNALUSKA. Seeking info also on SCOTT'S in the Carolinas that were Cherrokee. .ELIZABETH KERNEN (etk@kih.net)
WALKER	Monday, November 22, 1999 -- Felix WALKER.  Felix Walkers memoires were published some time ago by a "Bulliten", of what I do not know. I would like to obtain fresh copy of those pages, and the source of the "Bulliten. Any help appreciated. mel cox.  (mel@iu.net)
WIDOW  ELIZABETH AVERY	Sunday, November 21, 1999  -- Seeking Info about WIDOW ELIZABETH AVERY who was listed in 1910 census of Buncombe Co as head of household with a teen age son and two small daughters. She is not listed in earlier or later censuses. Would appreciate info about her and the son and daughters.  If this lady were to be my ggggrandmother, I can provide respondent with much info about her descendents. Russell Avery (russellavery@kvnet.org)
BUCKNER	Sunday, November 21, 1999 -- Looking for info on BUCKNERS from Jefferson Co. M0.  Lawrence-my father, Russle, Willie, Harlod- my uncles, Pearl Buckner Hicks, my aunt.  Grandfathers name was Mellon. david buckner (buckner47@hotmail.com)
WEAVER HORTON	Saturday, November 20, 1999 -- Seeking information on the parents and children of William Weaver born between 1870-1889 resided in Chapel Hill North Caorlina married Susie Horton date unknown they had the following children Estelle Weaver abt1908 and Willie Eleanor Weaver b1912 any information regarding them will be greatly appreciated. Chrystal Blue (devona33@hotmail.com)
GRIMMETT	Saturday, November 20, 1999 -- Searching for any GRIMMETT information linking back from USA to Warwickshire/Gloucestershire, ENGLAND. SEE http://members.xoom.com/igrimble/index for similar information already obtained. Ian GRIMMETT (ian@grimi.freeserve.co.uk)
FORE  TOW / TOWE	Saturday, November 20, 1999 -- Looking for ANY information on descendants of John N. FORE  b. abt 1824 in NC., his wife Matilda TOW/TOWE b. abt. 1826 in NC.  They were living in SANDY MUSH DIST. of BUNCOMBE Co. 1860 census with four sons and 3 dau. Faye F. Puckett (gpuckett@hovac.com)
FINNEY	Friday, November 19, 1999 -- Searching for info on THOMAS D. FINNEY born 1801 in Buncombe Co., NC and later moved to TN.  Known children: Wiley B., J. E. (may have been Joseph Enos), dau  A.E., dau P. and son W.D.  May have had son Miles Elbert born 1828 and Thomas Lee born around 1827.  THOMAS D. moved to TN around 1846 and on 1860 Jefferson Co., TN census.  Moved to Moniteau Co., MO 1861-1865 and later to Miller Co., MO. GHC (gcase@arkansas.net)
ANDERSON McELROY SOWDER	Thursday, November 18, 1999 --  Seeking parents of Joseph ANDERSON b. ca. 1800,NC, married Mary McELROY, b. 1803, NC. Joseph is on 1830 census index of Rabun Co., GA, 1840, Yancey Co. 1850, Clay Co., KY. Joseph had sister, Susannah, m. B. H. SOWDER.  Known children of Joseph ANDERSON: Sarah A., John W., Martha E., James, William H., Jane C., Edward or Edwin McElroy, Ephraim Clayton. Joseph and Susannah SOWDER's vital stats list parents as James and Elizabeth.  Will gladly exchange research! Shirley Chandler (THEDUCKI@aol.com)
BUNCOMBE CO.  HOME	Thursday, November 18, 1999 -- Can anyone tell me when the "County Home" of Buncombe Co.in Asheville which was on county home road closed? Joyce McCorkle (ejoycemc@home.com)
ABSTANCE FRANCIS SNELSON SLUDER SEAY SANDIDGE	Sunday, November 14, 1999 -- Hi, my name is Aimee and I am the daughter of Louise Abstance, daughter of Ruby ABSTANCE and Pauline Snelson Francis.  My great grandfather was William Lee FRANCIS who married Iva SNELSON.  Iva SNELSON was the daughter of Robert Levi SNELSON and Decie SLUDER.  Other children of Robert and Decie were Zennie Snelson who married Jonie SEAY.  There son, who still lives in the area, is Robert Hugh SEAY.  They had two sons, the first was Ferdie.  There second son, Orville, died at age 5.  Another daughter of Robert and Decie is Leatha Snelson who married Robert SANDIDGE.  (Leatha, who was born in Haywood Co. in 1898, is still living at the age of 101).  From what my grandmother, Pauline Francis Abstance, has told me, the family was fairly prominent in Bryson City in the early part of the century.  It is my hope that someone remembers the family and can give me information on Decie's brother, Ferd SLUDER.  I would appreciate any information on the family in general as well.  Thank you. Aimee (aims@infinet.com)
ARNOLD CALLAWAY HAWKINS BURNAP GRIFFIN	Saturday, November 13, 1999 -- A Hello From Texas! My name is Freeman R. Williams I come to your fair State of North Carollina to dig out the roots of my family tree. I'm looking for any person that has information on Peter ARNOLD born 1724, bought property in Onslow County NC in 1740, died there in the 1790's spouses name???? First known child, Bethany ARNOLD born 1749. She later married John CALLAWAY in 1767. Peter's second child, Levi ARNOLD born 1776 married Nellie HAWKINS 1800. They named one of their sons Stephen Burnap Arnold. Was the surname Burnap connected to Peter's family in any way? John and Issac BURNAP were neighbors of Peter and served with him in Captain Stephen Lee's Company on Whiteoak River in 1754, belonging to Colonel John Starkey's regiment in Onslow County. An Elmer ARNOLD married a Sarah GRIFFIN in Onslow County in 1794. Was Elmer a son of Peter Arnold? Thanks a lot for any information on this family. F. R. Williams 2414 20th Ave. North, Texas City, Texas 77590, Phone 409-948-9413-4806 same for Fax E-Mail  frwms@wt.net
Sondley's book sought	Saturday, November 13, 1999 -- I would like to find Asheville and Buncombe Co. by F A Sondley and how to purchase the book. Martha B Edge (mattbe@bellsouth.net)
BARNETT	Friday, 12 Nov 1999 -- David Barnett came to Illinois by way  of Sumner Co.,Tn after he left NC/VA area. He arrived in Illinois about 1790to 1803. He had a son Zadock.  Thanks for any help. Vernie Barnett       (vtbbcb@email.msn.com)
RHODES GARREN	Thursday, November 11, 1999 -- I am looking for information on Jacob RHODES b. after 1790, d. before 1862 in Henderson Co., NC.  Jacob married about 1820 Mary GARREN.  I believe their children to include John, Eli b. @ 1824, and Abner b. abt. 1828 in NC.  Abner married 18 Mar 1858, Buncombe Co. to Caroline E. TOWNSEND.  Please contact me at ohionors@juno.comor norsworthy153@hotmail.com Thank you. Trisha Rhodes Norsworthy
NC SLAVERY RESEARCH PARTNER SOUGHT	Sun, 7 Nov 1999 --  I am looking for other research partners on slavery in western NC.  I am interested in being in contact with others long-term, to share info and ideas, etc.  Have you ever heard of anyone doing this? Maybe in a Carolina university or something? I already know some folks doing slavery research, but they're not doing western NC.   Thanks, and if you read this early, enjoy rest of your weekend.  Marian Douglas
RECTOR FORTNER	Friday, November 5, 1999 -- James RECTOR was born in Buncombe Cty. prior to 1820; married Jane FORTNER around 1840 and appears on 1850 census with about 10-12 children.  I cannot find the father, mother, brothers of James. He had land transactions with Lewis Rector and Micajah Rector who purchased  land from state of NC. 2 Questions:  (1)Any suggestions for identifying James Rector and Jane Fortner's relatives. Lou Jourdan (loujour@worldnet.att.net) RECTOR (1) what suggestions do you have for finding relatives of James and Jane;  (2) From where did most early residents of Buncombe County come?  I believe my family may have come from VA.  Did early VA transplants come directly to Buncombe or to surrounding counties first.  Did any part of Buncombe eventually become part of TN? Thanks
HICKMAN SAMS	Thursday, 4 November 1999 -- The following info is listed on the OBCGS website: 8. James Brown Sams b. CIR 1793, m. Mary Hickman, (daughter of Jacob Hickman and Katherine Comer). Children: i Jacob Comer Sams b. 20-Oct-1817, Burke (now Madison) Co., NC, m. Mary Davis. ii John Hickman Sams b. 25-Sep-1819, m. (1) Catherine Anders, m. (2) Margaret Cornelia Campbell. iii Warren Sams b. 1824. iv LeRoy Washington Sams b. 1825, occupation Reverend, m. Ailsy Brown. v Josiah Blackwell Sams b. 1829, m. Rebecca Murray. vi Catherine Sams b. 1832, m. William Tilson. vii Lucinda Sams b. 1834, m. Ben Woodward. viii Eliza Sams b. 1838, m. John Brown. The Mary Hickman (that is highlited above) has Jacob Hickman listed as her father.  Do you have any more info about him.  I have a Mary Hickman listed as married to a John Brown, but am wondering if the two are one in the same. Thank you- Dawn Hickman dhickman@parts-unltd.com
DILLINGHAM	Wednesday, November 3, 1999 -- I'm looking for info on the DILLINGHAM family of buncombe county North Carolina ( barnardsville,dillingham) Kevin (ioozbudman@aol.com)

	OCTOBER 1999
BEST WILLIFORD	Friday, October 29, 1999 -- BEST, Samuel David Daniel.  Born January 3, 1826, Buncombe Co., N.C., died June 21, 1907, Bethpage McDonald Co., MO.  Married first, Sarah A. BEST on June 3, 1851, Blount Co., TN.  Married Second Alice WILLIFORD, in Andrew Co., MO.  Seeking name of parents. 1900 MO Census states his father was born in Germany and his mother was born in France. Larry D. Cook (ldcook@aol.com)
CEMETERY SMYRNA, TN	Thu, 28 Oct 1999 -- I'm interested in researching a Negro slave cemetery in Smyrna, TN. It's on property owned by Smyrna Airport, where I'm Manager.  Please contact me if you have information which may be of assistance.  Historic preservation and perpetual care are my goals with this research. My e-mail is vallance@smyrnaairport.com. Any data will be helpful. Thank you, Lois Vallance, Smyrna Airport Manager
PARKER  BENSON	Tuesday, October 26, 1999 -- Searching for info on Benjamin PARKER b. 1897 Jackson County and Eva BENSON b. 1900.  I believe Eva lived in Asheville, Buncombe County.  Thank you. Betty Wagner (bitseybit@aol.com)
MEMMINGER	Tuesday, October 26, 1999 --  I am looking for information on Dr. Allard Beling MEMMINGER. He was the son of Christopher Gustavus MEMMINGER.  I would love to  find his wifes name and date of marriage, if he ever married, also names of his children, if any.  I am working on the MEMMINGER genealogy and would be greatful for any other information on the MEMMINGERS. His father was my GGgrandfather. I would also love to contact any other MEMMINGERS. Vicky Memminger LaRiccia (knatty@islands.vi)
SHUFORD	Saturday, October 23, 1999 -- Bonnie, Polly and Bert, sisters.  Both Bonnie and Bert were school teachers during WWII in Black Mountain area.  Polly was nurse and moved to Brooklyn NY in the early 40's.  The two Shuford sisters lived in Fairview with their mother.   OWEN, Laura Raye and Horace, Jr., brother and sister.  Their parents died during plague of 1918.  They lived with their aunts the Shuford sisters in Fairview.  Jackie Grant (Elkiejg@aol.com)
DEPEW SETZER	Fri, 22 Oct 1999 --  I am seeking information regarding ISAAC NEWTON DEPEW (b. 1818 d.1889) spouse:  MARIAH ELIZABETH SETZER (B. 1822 M. 1839  D 1890. Please send any questions or information to my e-mail address. Thanks, SHIRLEY HATFIELD  (creativeSN@aol.com)
AYERS	Tue, 19 Oct 1999 -- I am interested in research concerning the AYERS family. They are from Buncombe and Yancey counties. ANY help is appreciated! Sincerely, Michele Ayers Donnelly  <mdonnelly@amerisure.com>
HOLLAND	Monday, October 18, 1999 --- Looking for any info on Richard L.HOLLAND b 1821 Buncombe Co. NC. Bro Spencer- Father Richard Sr. mother unknown.Any info apprecaited. Ed Holland (eholland@tdi.net)
JACKSON FUSSELL	Monday, October 18, 1999 --  Anna May JACKSON was married to a Wootsen Berry JACKSON. When he died in 1888 she moved from Gordon Co., Ga. to Texas.  She returned to the Atlanta, Ga. area in the early 1900's and married a Mr. FUSSELL.  They moved to Fla.  Her family would like to know when she died and where she is buried.  We think she is buried in the Atlanta area. Any information about her will be appreciated. e mail me please  sally@brightok.net
MOSES	Monday, October 18, 1999 --  I am looking for any information on a Joshua Moses who was originally from NC. I think he was born in Anson County but later moved to Buncombe County. Any information is greatly appreciated. Renee Moses Huntzinger (krhuntzinger@freewwweb.com)
MARTIN WRIGHT	Sunday, October 17, 1999 -- I am looking for information on a Tabitha Martin said to have been born(?)/lived in Buncombe Co. We believe she was born around 1796. She married a man said to be her kinsman. And may have a connection with a James C. Martin. Her son Charles D. was born in 1818. Her husband passed away about that time and she married a Willis (William/Willie) Wright about 1820. They moved to McMinn Co. Tennessee where she died between 1840 -1846. Any clues would be greatly appreciated. Terri Stoikes (tstoikes@aol.com)
DIXON JONES	Sun, 17 Oct 1999 -- I am looking for any information on William Bryan Dixon.  I think he was born  around 1898, place unknown, married Zora Jones aropund 1918, had one child,  Virigina.  It is belived he died around 1919 in Ashville.  Thank you for any help, RobertK243@aol.com Sun, 17 Oct 1999 -- I am looking for information about a William Bryant DIXON.  I know that he married a Zora JONES sometime in 1917.  I know that they had one child, my mother, I have been told that he died when my mother was about six months old.  If I am correct that would be early 1919.  I have a picture of him with a newspaper clipping of his death notice.  I am including its contents hopfully this will help in finding his family lines.  'WILLIAM B. DIXON DIES AT HOME HERE     William Bryant Dixon, aged twenty-one years, died yesterday at his home, 34 Lexington Ave, after a long illness.  Deceased survived by his wife and one son (an errow, it should have read a daughter) and his mother.  The funeral will be held this afternoon from Clark's chapel. Weaverville at 3 o'clock.  The pallbearers will be his guardian W. A. Reynolds and five brother-in-law, William, Horace, and John Jones, Virgil Jenkins and Will Stroup.' I know that this may be a little out of your area, but I seem to not be able to find any other information. Thank you for any help you may be able to give. RobertK243@aol.com  Robert G Knight  706 Cardinal Ave Columbus, Georgia 31907
MINERS AND  PLANTERS BANK MURPHY, NC	Sat, 16 Oct 1999 -- I'm currently searching for information on the Miners and Planters Bank of Murphy,NC.It was in operation in the spring/summer of 1860 and was issueing Paper Currency.Ive heard(un-confirmed)it was destroyed in 1865 by Unionists. Any info would be appreciated. Thanks, Curtis Walls Hiawassee,Ga. clwalls@alltel.net
OWEN	Thursday, October 14, 1999 -- comment_area: I am looking for info on my great-grandfather's parents, grandparents, etc.  His name is Melvin Clarence Dexter Owen and his parent's names  Robert and Elizabeth Fanning Owen.  His father died in his early teens. He left home after his mother remarried.  He has one brother, George Owens. Laura Settle (lsuse@juno.com)
POPE GRYDER TOWNSEND	Wednesday, October 13, 1999 -- I am searching for my GGrandmother, FLORA MARIA POPE of the Catawba County are surrounding areas. She m. Martin Gryder, after his death she married Levi Laban Townsend. She died in 1914 and was buried in Eastview Cemetery, Newton, N.C. But cannot find her gravesite. Wish correspondence with others researching same names.  Carolyn Key (Alwazplayn@aol.com)
VESS	Wednesday, October 13, 1999 -- I am looking for information RE: William and Rebeckah Vess.  They had a son, James Wesley Vess. The family came to the Ohio river valley from, supposedly, Shenendoah Co., VA.  However, I found a reference to a Vess in your Buncombe Co. listings.  Thanks for any help.  Jeff Cisler (cislerj@marietta.edu)
DEAVER	Sunday, October 10, 1999 --  Does anyone have a list of children born to William DEAVER who is listed as "born in 1763 in Susquehannah, Maryland". He is listed under Revolutionary War Penshioners on this website.  He may be my GG Grandfather. Pamela Myers (plantlady56@webtv.net)
GERKEN	Monday, October 4, 1999  -- Donald GERKEN, graduated Cerritos High School 1988, lived in Cerritos CA. Christopher Haddon (cph813nd@netscape.net)
JONES	Tuesday, October 5, 1999 -- Searching for info concerning the family of William and Amy Jones.  Son Walton was born about 1808 in Buncombe Co, NC.  Could William be the son of Joshua Jones Sr? Would appreciate any help.JJ Richardson (crichar1@midsouth.rr.com)
REA	Thursday, October 7, 1999 -- Looking for any info on Mathew Patton REA, born 20 February 1796 in Bee Tree Creek, Swannoa Twp Buncombe County N.C. He was S.O. Robert REA. John Glassford (JGLASS7086@aol.com)
CHAMBERS	Friday, October 8, 1999 -- Seeking info on the family of John C. Chambers b. 1824/26 and wife Sarah b. 1834.  In 1860-1880 they are on Madison Co. Census.  They lived in the Middlefork and Ivy area.  Children: Mary L. b. 1852, John C. b. 1854, Rachel Cordelia b. 1857, Dulcena b. 1860, Joseph b. 1862, Wiley b. 1864, Elbert b. 1867 Ellis B. b. 1868, Robert H. b. 1870, Henry b. 1874.  I also need a researcher to copy some deeds at Bumbcombe Co. courthouse. Please contact me. Thanks.  Barbara Ward (hward@netdoor.com)
GREER JOHNSON	Friday, October 8, 1999  --  Looking for info about George Bingham Greer.  B. around 1755-65. probably in Ireland, immigrated to Philadelphia around 1796 and then on to NC.  A George Greer is listed in 1800 Buncombe County census with 5 children:  3m under 10, 1 10-16 and 1 F under 10.  His son Charles b. 1791 was my gggrandfather.  Charles' wife Uranah Johnson b. 1797 was daughter of James Johnson.  There are two James Johnsons, one a Jas, Jr. listed in the 1790 census for the area where Uranah was born.  Dixie Dellinger (dixied@shelby.net)
GIBSON  SMITH WOFFORD GOWENS	Friday, October 8, 1999  -- RICHARD OSCAR GIBSON, SR. & ANNIE SMITH GIBSON AND JAMES JEFFREY WOFFORD & ARTIE MISSIA GOWENS WOFFORD I am interested in any information on the ancestors/siblings, etc. on my grandparents. They lived in Stonewall Co. and Haskell Co. Texas respectively. My father was R. O. Gibson, Jr. and my mother is Gladys Wofford Gibson. I would appreciate any help you might be able to give me. Gloria Goulet (MorninGlori1@webtv.net)
BYRAM	Sunday, October 3, 1999 --  I am looking for Photo's and or any information on the James M. BYRAM's buried in the Homily Baptist Church Cemetery in Buncombe County or NC  .Ronald Steven Byram  ronald_byram@bigfoot.com
BALL ANDERSON KENT	Sunday, October 3, 1999 -- I am searching for info on my ggg grandfather, Joel BALL, b.? d. abt.1843. Also need any info on John Taylor ANDERSON, father of Polly Anderson BALL. General Grayson KENT and wife, Effie Payne KENT, all of Madison Co. mostly the Big Pine/Little Pine area. Any information will be greatly appreciated.  Thank you.  Linda Ball (ibeachball@aol.com)
STONE PENLAND DRYMAN	Saturday, October 2, 1999 -- Trying to research STONE family.  G. grandfather was James Henry Stone. He was a potter and worked (?) at PENLAND Pottery in Asheville area. Looking for info on him and his wife Martha Rue Emma DRYMAN.  Any info would be greatly appreciated. I believe that he was related to the PENLANDs and that his father Edward was one of the founders of the pottery shop. Please e mail me as I forget to check the boards. Many thanx, Linda Owensby Gilchrest (ldg@cctc.net)
OWENSBY MC ABEE	Saturday, October 2, 1999 -- Looking for info on Thomas Jefferson OWENSBY (or other spelling). Oral tradition says he was married to Lillie Elizabeth MC ABEE.  Am hitting a dead end here.  They are my g.grandparents.  Any info would be appreciated.  I have heard that he married Lillie Gilliam and Elizabeth Allison but have not found that info either. I would appreciate it if you would e mail me personally as I am on several boards and don't always remember to check back with them in a timely fashion. Thanx in advance, Linda Owensby Gilchrest (ldg@cctc.net)
JUMP SHEPPARD TAYLOR	Friday, October 1, 1999 --  I am looking for information on Centennial (sp?) Brown JUMP, my grand-father. My father, John Taylor JUMP of Greensboro, is the only living child, born 06-16-26 in Buncombe Co. I know very little about my grandfather and his ancestors other than he was born possibly around Weaverville on May 15, 1876 and first married Luranie Eudora SHEPPARD, then my grandmother Mary Azalee TAYLOR, after Luranie's death (date ?). Mary was born possibly at Avery's Creek on April 9, l888,and they were married on May 7, l924.  Mary's mother was a Martha Eliza (maiden name ?) TAYLOR. I have names of Dad's siblings (all eleven of them), along with birthdates and some spouses'names.  Also some photocopies of pages from a family bible.  Please contact me at rjump@mindspring. com with any info. Thanks!  Richard Jump   (rjump@mindspring.com)

	September 1999
MASSEY	Tuesday, September 28, 1999 --  Siblings:  Mary MASSIE/MASSEY b 1849 Will MASSEY and Lindy MASSIE/MASSEY who married a Will FOSTER Parents were James MASSIE born in NC and Sandy ? Mary MASSEY's death certificate states she is born in Madison Co., NC. Probably Buncombe Co, NC., since Madison County did not exist in 1849. Mary had four sons: 1. Louis C MASSEY b 1869 TN d 1904 in CO 2 George Newton MASSEY b 1879    NC? d 1953 in KY 3. James Jackson MASSEY  b  1880 ?  NC? d 1907 in KY 4. John MASSSEY died when he was 19-21 years old. James married "Polly" Mary BANKS in Buncombe Co. James was from Madison County, NC. Her father Henry BANKS fought for the 25th NC Infantry CSA.  Charles J. MASSEY
EFFLER GRINDSTAFF	Sat, 25 Sep 1999 -- I am looking for information about the "EFFLER Family" I understand that original the family name have been "GRINDSTAFFf" and they came from Germany. My roots are in East Tennessee and my Father think they came by the way of North Carolina to upper TN. and then to Bount County.  Any information would be appreciated. Geneva Myers GeeMyers1@Juno.com Thanks!!
HEFNER	Friday, September 24, 1999 -- I have information on the HEFNER family of Buncombe County, NC. I have information on Jessie R. HEFNER and his family. Please feel free to contact me, I will be happy to share. Marty Adcock mjba@mindspring.com
WOOD HAYNES	Friday, September 24, 1999 -- I am trying to find info on Reuben WOOD Esq. who was elected as the attorney for the state in Buncombe Co. during the first session of April 1792 and resigned in the April session of 1795. Where did he go?  Was his wife Charity HAYNES? Who were their children?  Any help would be appreciated. shannon
WORLEY	22 Sep 99  -- I am trying to establish that Frank Worley (1758-1823) came down from York Pa. to Burke Co. and then Buncombe Co. in 1779/80.  Can you help? Also need his wife's name. Thanks. Bill Felix, Voorhees, N. J.
MOORE GUDGER RICE	Tuesday, September 21, 1999  -- Does anyone know where to find the Moore family cemetery in Buncombe County, or descendants of the Moore family? Also seeking more information on Buncombe and Madison county GUDGERS, and on those who may have arrived in Buncombe from Burke County. Thank you!  Marian
LYERLY	Monday, September 20, 1999 -- I am looking for information on my grandmother and her family. I know she was from Asheville, but I'm not sure if she was born here. Her name was Maude Lyerly. I believe she had 2 sisters, one named Violet. Her birthdate was October 24, 1912. Any information would be greatly appreciated. Thanks!  Pam Sasser
HENSON/ HINSON	Sunday, September 19, 1999 --  Would the person who submitted the Rev. Pension file on Elijah Henson please e-mail me.  I am showing some dates very different than those shown on this pension.  Would like to discuss with you if these dates were actually listed on the pension files or were they added?  The pension file shown here in the Buncombe County Rev. File sections states that Elijay's brother, Daniel was living in Haywood Co., NC in 1853.  Daniel died Jan 01-1843, so how could this be?  Elijay's widow, Fanny West Henson was living in Haywood Co., NC in 1850 with her great nephew.  I have a copy of the original census. Anyone with any input on this matter please e-mail me.  Thanks! Jane
WEBB	Saturday, September 18, 1999 -- Looking for the father of Benjamin WEBB (b 1788 - resided Buncombe Co. 1810-1850).  Possible father may be John Webb who is listed on the 1810-1820 Census Buncombe Co. Foster Sondley says that one John WEBB and his wife Stacy Young WEBB had no children.  Can this be verified ?  John WEBB Jr. and John WEBB Sr. are mentioned in Buncombe Co. Court Minutes 1798-1812.  Anyone have any info ? Connie Fields
WOODFIN HS 1939	Sun, 12 Sep 1999  -- I am enclosing a photograph of the 1939 graduating class of Woodfin High School (in Woodfin, of course), for the Society's library. There are several persons not yet identified in the photo. Perhaps you could run it in one of your quarterlies and inquire as to whether any of the readers might know the missing names. (All names are Left to Right) [Click on "photograph" above to view photo] Marshall Styles
ANDERSON HALL	Wednesday, September 15, 1999 -- ANDERSON, William Estes "Dock" b 22 Aug 1857 d p 14 Jan 1943. I am interested in finding a cemetery with his grave and that of his second spouse.  I asked my grandmother today and she says it is on the road from Candler to Mt Pisgah at a church cemetery.  She just can't remember which church!  His first wife died in 1900, and I need her grave too.  Her name was Sencebough HALL. She was born in 1861. Thanks, Robyn Robyn Pace Putnam
WELLS	Wednesday, September 15, 1999  -- I am wanting and needing information on the following folk who were born in Leicester (Buncombe County), N.C. OT WELLS; Odus WELLS; Minnie WELLS born in 1862; Ann WELLS, born in 1867; Allice WELLS born in 1870; Jane WELLS later (Reed) born in 1847; Any help would be appreciated.  Bobbie Wakefield
STORIE/STORY	Wednesday, September 15, 1999 -- Am researching STORIE/STORY in Blowing Rock/Boone NC.  Leander Greene Storie came to TX in late 1800.   Mother was Louisa Greene Storie - any leads? Frances Walls
GENTRY	Wed, 15 Sep 1999 -- Are you descended from George S GENTRY (born ~1810) and Mary Yates GENTRY of Caroline or Louisa Co., VA? George had cousins in Buncombe County, and I would like to know his ancestry. He's as far back as I can trace my name. He went off in the Gold Rush and never returned. He had at least 4 children: Mildred, Mary, Martha, and Robert Daniel GENTRY (1845-1916), my great grandfather. Charles Baggett Gentry
TAYLOR	Mon, 13 Sep 1999 --  Robert,Morgan,James TAYLOR ~ Seeking information on the above brothers that enlisted in CSA on 5/20/1861 in Buncombe County.Co.G 1st Cavalry. Robert was POW in Malvern Hill,Va. on 8/5/1862 Morgan was POW in Warrenton,Va on 11/9/1862. Dates of birth;:Robert 1842; Morgan 1840; James  1844 Charles H. Taylor III
CANNON SMITH	Mon, 13 Sep 1999 -- CANNON, William m SMITH, Emila on August 1837 in Greene County, east Tennessee.  Known children: Newton, Jane, Leander (Lee) John Westly, Isaac, Nancy, perhaps, Martha. Searching for father and mother of William CANNON. Name of father possibly William A. Originally from South Carolina.  Perhaps Pendleton County.  Mother's name possibly Cecelia (Cela or Sela) Barten.  Known siblings of William A. CANNON: Robert, Riley (Ryley), Polly Ann, Peggy, perhaps Betsy. Searching for father and maiden mother of Emila SMITH.  Name of mother perhaps Elizabeth Emily. Family originally from North Carolina probably Buncombe County.  Possibly Cherokee as indicated on Miller Roll as petitioned by son, Leander CANNON. Have other information. Magdalene K. Davis
LINDSAY CALER CAILOR CAYLOR KAYLOR CAILER	Mon, 13 Sep 1999 -- Hopefully someone can help...being from Asheville, if only I had known this link to our heritage, I would have had it resolved long ago.  My GGGrandpa was Timothy Lindsay;married: Mary Ann Boyd; David Siler Lindsay and Anna Eliza Smiley Lindsay were my GGrandparents; David Riley and Nora Carson Lindsay were my Grandparents.  Our search has been at a standstill for many years; as I have been stuck in a wheelchair for the past year, I have started searching again... we recently found out that Timothy Lindsay's father was a Mr. Lindsay and his mother was a Miss Caler...daughter of Jacob Caler.  We also found out that Jacob Caler was a Founding Father of Buncombe County; and that there are many variants of the spelling of Caler, just as there are in the spelling of Lindsay/Lindsey.  Can someone please help me find the history of Jacob; which daughter married Timothy's father; who Timothy's father was.  Their uncle George Caler was a minister...in Buncombe and Macon Counties.  ANYTHING will help.  Thanks in advance.  Daniel (Danny) Lindsay d_lindsay@yahoo.com Daniel Lindsay
Heritage of Blacks in North Carolina	Mon, 13 Sep 1999 -- I saw this book mentioned in a 1997 afrigeneas post (searching the archives!) I do NOT have any publication info, author, date, etc. Is anyone familiar with this book or seen/read it? Thanks, Marian Douglas
RICE	Sunday, September 12, 1999 -- People keep mentioning the RICE - Cherokee connection.  Does anyonehave more info? I haven't seen any yet. Isaac Rice and brothers Moses RICE and Benjamin RICE were in old Tryon County, N.C. before 1775. This was later Rutherford County. I also know that prior to his arrival in Madison County, N.C., Spencer RICE was in Montgomery County, Va on Walker's Creek with a James RICE who may have been his father or brother. I also know that those Madison County RICEs were of Cherokee extraction.  They seem to be connected to the Shelton family there as well.  It is interesting that a John RICE who died in Hawkins County, TN in 1811 had a son named Shelton RICE who moved to Kentucky before 1795.  A William RICE moved from Hawkins to Rhea Co., TN by 1825. This William had a son named William S. Rice who settled in Overton County TN by 1850, and lived near my RICE's later. Now, William S. Rice's son, George Rice, lived near some Sheltons and is believed to have been married to Hester Shelton.  I believe these families could be connected to the Madison County, N.C. area.   I would certainly like to contact anyone researching these Madison County Rice's as they might actually be connected to my bunch!  John and Isaac RICE of Roane County, TN...  Does anyone know if this Isaac Rice is related to Isaac from Madison County NC (married to Nancy Keith)?  I have Matilda RICE who is listed in 1880 Madison County census, age 37.  I am trying to figure out who her parents were. Spencer and Sara Jane RICE had a daughter Matilda, but she was much younger than my Matilda, but probably were related.   Any clues welcomed.  Thanks, Marian Douglas in Macedonia
BUCKNER MARTIN KUYKENDALL	Sunday, September 12, 1999 -- I am looking for my great grandfather's family.  I am the great granddaughter of Sallie Amazetta BUCKNER born March 30, 1871, died June 1941.  I have info on Sallie's ancestors. However, our branch of the family has no information on my great grandfather Hardy MARTIN. My grandfather, their oldest son was born April 20, 1892 in Asheville. His name was Vaulty Asbury MARTIN. Sallie was the daughter of Steven Morgan BUCKNER and Louisa Jane KUYKENDALL. Sally left Hardy and later divorced him. She moved to Atlanta and died there in 1941. We have no information on Hardy, when and where he was born, when or where he died, nor who his parents were. Anyone having information about him may contact me at gemcolleen@aol.comColleen Kirby
MILES SNELSON	Sun, 12 Sep 1999 -- ISAAC MILES d. abt. 1835 in French Broad community and buried there. Associated  with SNELSON families . Trying to determine where he immigrated from. Widow Sarah moved to Georgia with son ABEL NATHAN MILES.  Bruce Miles
TAYLOR BRITT	Sun, 12 Sep 1999 -- My GGG-Grandfather, Lewis TAYLOR, was born in Buncombe Co., 16 May 1819, son of Francis TAYLOR and Elizabeth BRITT TAYLOR.  Shortly after the birth of Lewis, the family moved to the vicinity of Grayson Co., VA.  Any information on this family would be greatly apreciated. Bob Collier
JARRETT FAMILY	Sat, 11 Sep 1999 -- Hello:  Erastus Newton Jarrett, born 1860 in Davidson County,(Thomasville),North Carolina was my Great Grandfather on my mother's side. He married Rachel Catherine Osborn 8 October,1882 in High Point, N.C. Erastus died in 1952 at Graham, N.C. My grandmother; Martha Elizabeth Jarrett was born 26 May,1885 at Abbotts Creek North Carolina. I think Erastus Newton Jarrett's father was Daniel Jarrett born abt. 1828 in North Carolina married Eveline (?) but I have no other information on his brothers and sisters and their line.Other Children of Erastus are listed below but I have  no more information on any of them.  SwaimJaync@aol.com (Other Children) Francis A. Jarrett= born Abbotts Creek N.C.,1883 Cora E. Jarrett    =born Deep River, N.C.,1887 Bessie M. Jarrett=born Deep River N.C.,1887 Pinkney E. Jarrett=born Lowell N.C., 1891 Alice V. Jarrett =born 1894 Abbotts Creek N.C. Juonious R. Jarrett=born 1896  Jamestown N.C. John M. Jarrett=born1898 Reidsville, N.C. Lillie B.(Bell) Jarrett=born 1900 Burlington,Alamance County, N.C.
BROYLES	Saturday, September 11, 1999 -- Edwin Nash Broyles born in Buncombe Co. on Nov. 14th 1829 died in Atlanta on Feb.13 1897.  Ed Broyles
HERRON CALHOUN LANEY	Sat, 11 Sep 1999 -- Looking for Herron, Calhoun, Laney from the Bryson City area.  Tim
JARRETT	Fri, 10 Sep 1999 -- Hello! Looking for Erastic Newton Jarrett of North Carolina. Any help with him or his family or ancestors would be appreciated.... SwaimJaync@aol.com
ZAGIER	Thursday, September 9, 1999 -- I am researching Coleman Zagier.  He lived here beginning in the 1920s.  Thank you Helene Lignante
HAYS	Thursday, September 9, 1999 -- Looking for information on William Hays and John Hays. They are listed in the 1800 census of Buncombe County. Linda McShane
FARMER PAGE	Wednesday, September 8, 1999 -- Looking for information on Joseph (J.B.) FARMER, born abt. 1833 in South Carolina. He married Lucinda PAGE, date unknown, in South Carolina. She was born abt. 1831 in South Carolina. This family moved to Buncombe County N.C. in the mid 1850's. Children were Thomas Jefferson, Frances, Tina, Zebulum V., William O., Lillie S., and James Mack. My line continues through James Mack Farmer who died in Denver , Colorado. Would like all information and or leads on this family. Thank You ! Richard Bostron
PENLAND	Wednesday, September 8, 1999 -- Researching potential Cherokee ancestors in the PENLAND family of Candler/Enka, NC.  Family "legend" says that one of our female ancestors was Cherokee, but I've been unable to find her.  Possible link is Emma/Katie STONE (?) who married William Merion (Marion) PENLAND (died about 1945).  Thanks! My e-mail address is morgana@dreamscape.com.  I'd appreciate e-mail if you have any information, since I rarely have the time to check this site. Ele Penland
MILLER DYKES	Tuesday, September 07, 1999 -- Hello my name is Mary Ann (Dykes) Edmond. I've recently begun researching my maternal (MILLER - Cocke County , TN) and paternal (DYKES from Cocke County, but originally from Cave Springs, GA) family histories. Any information about these families would be appreciated. However, I am particularly interested in any research that has been done about black brick and rock masons. My maternal Grandfather - David William and Jim (James) MILLER were very fine rock masons in East Tn - Cocke and Green counties, particularly and in Western N.C. I have no idea how they acquired these skills and am interested in trends or tib-bit about this profession. I have tracked down two buildings built by them and suspect many more. How do I go about finding out who the contractors were for other building I suspect they built. My Paternal Grandfather - Rev. Henry Roland Sanford DYKES - was a brick mason. He contracted and taught all of his sons, my father Percival included, this trade. They built buildings all over East Tn and Western N. C. I am trying to acquire pictures of buildings built by my family members. Some I already know about.The Dykes were the contractor for the present Cocke County Court House, American Legion Building and a magnificant Orphanage in Sevier County two churches, to name a few. One of his sons, DeWitt,  founded the first AA owned Architectural firm in Knoxville. I have a great list of the buildings he designed. Any help in trying to figure out how my Grandfathers learned their trade will be greatly appreciated and also, how to track down more of their work. Any info should be e-mail to: Mary Dykes Edmond
DUSENBURY MARTIN	Wednesday, September 08, 1999 -- I am researching one ancestor in Asheville, NC (Buncombe Co.) and not having a lot of cooperation from the courthouse workers there and I'm not sure where to turn.  I have an ancestor, Charles Bradford DUSENBURY,  and his wife, Lula MARTIN DUSENBURY who lived in Asheville.  He served as a Presbyterian minister, raised his family there and died there.  Twice I have written to the courthouse to get death certificates and they say they have none for those persons.  I have called and written the library to get obituaries and have not gotten a response.  Can you please help me?  Chas. DUSENBURY-died Aug. 27, 1920 Lula Martin DUSENBURY- died Dec. 15, 1956 Could it be that African Americans' obituaries were not published in newspapers in those days?  Any advice you can give would be greatly appreciated.  Thank you. Sandra
ALEXANDER	Tuesday, September 7, 1999 --  Am serching for relatives of james ebit alexander, born abt 1845.he lived on riceville rd. and worked at a bank.he had a brother who moved to kansas, and a son james ebit alexander jr.who was born abt 1915..i have info on later generations, but not former..thanks, Tom Alexander
HALL	Tuesday, September 7, 1999 -- Does anyone have information on Delrose HALL, that married Jesse PALMER?  One or both moved to Texas in the early 1800s. Barbara Kesel
GLASNER/ GLAZNER BEASLEY  SILVER MINE	Monday, September 6, 1999 -- Am trying to locate information on the early 1800-1850 Glasner/Glazner - Beasley Silver mine that I think is located "near the headwaters of the French Broad River". Also any information on the occupations of early Glazener/Glazner/Glasner's in Western North Carolina.  Willing to share information.  Dennis Glazener
BELL	Thu, 2 Sep 1999 -- I am looking for an e-mail address, snail mail, telephone number or same way to contact G. G. Bell, the submitter of the Bell Bible records. As we are from the same family line, I would like to obtain an actual copy of the Bible records. Thomas Bell & Jane Montgomery were my 5th grandparents on my Father’s mother side of the family. W. Dennis Suit
RICE GUDGER	Sun, 5 Sep 1999 --1.  Is there other earlier census or birth or marriage info to see who are parents of Matilda Rice, born about 1843, probably in Old Buncombe? 2.  Who were Adolphus Gudger's parents, and siblings? And is there info on enslaved and free persons of color (mainly Gudgers) in Old Buncombe? (I saw Black and mixed Gudgers listed in Marshall for 1880 census.  One was an Adolphus, but he was only 14 years old.)   We also have names Noah and Ben Gudger in our family history, and I don't have any info for them -- yet (smile). Marian Douglas (over by Kosovo) in Macedonia dasha@unet.com.mk ; fax (011) 389 91 177 349 I have started a small email list (above) for other folks searching Black and mixed (Euro/Afro/Native) family roots in wstn NC and east TN.  If you hear from anyone doing the same kind of work, you may give them that email address (blacksmokeymountainsfamiliesnctn@familysearch.org), or mine, dasha@unet.com.mk
BRATTAIN HILL	Saturday, September 4, 1999 -- Need info on the Benjamin Franklin BRATTAIN family in Buncombe Cty abt 1801 when son, Paul was born.  Benjamin's spouse, Mary, was supposedly the daughter of Thomas HILL.  Benjamin's father was Robert BRATTAIN of Randolph Cty., NC. This BRATTAIN family was in TN by 1810. Arloha
CROOK	Friday, September 3, 1999 -- I am looking for information on my great-great-grandfather, James F. CROOK of DeKalb Co., TN, born 1853, died 1884. Other surnames: HODGE, POLLARD, WILLS, CAPSHAW, ETHERIDGE, GORDON, BENNETT, SPEAR, DUNCAN, BRANHAM, PETREE, ALBERTSON, HOHN, MITCHELL Joanne Kennedy
? MOODY	Wednesday, September 1, 1999 -- Looking for my father's biological parents.  He was born October 13, 1922 in or around Asheville, NC.  Robert F. MOODY and Mildred Smith were his adoptive parents and he was named James Lewis Moody by them.  I would appreciate a lookup from the local paper(s) of male boys born on this date as a starting point.  He did have some memories of living in an orphanage, but he was with his new parents by 1925. If anyone has experience in researching adoptive records in NC, I would appreciate any guidance.  thank you.  Jim Moody, Jr., Wasilla, Alaska
BUCKNER	Wednesday, September 1, 1999 -- BUCKNER, Hezikiah b-cir 1805 believe in Buncombe Co married Margaret maiden name uknown found them on 1840 & 1850 Yancy Co Census and on the 1860 Macon Co Census.  The family moved to McMinn Co TN between 1861 and 1869--found them on 1870 McMinn Census. Shadrick BUCKNER &  wife Martha JOHNSTON  moved from Macon Co NC to McMinn Co TN about the same time--Hezikiah & Shadrick may have been brothers. Seeking info on Hezikiah's parents, siblings, etc.--any help greatly appreciated. Pauletta Buckner Nimmons
BOYD BUCKNER GROOMS PAYNE RAMSEY WOODWARD WORLEY	Tuesday, August 31, 1999 -- Researching the families of: BOYD, traced to Ireland in 1769; BUCKNER,  traced to Tatum Buckner 1810; GROOMS, traced to England in 1723; PAYNE; RAMSEY, traced to 1797 in Brush Creek NC; WOODWARD;  and WORLEY, traced to 1813. In Old Buncombe and Madison County.  The western N.C. Area.   Any info on these lines would be greatly appreciated .  I am willing to share what I have . My e-mail address has also changed to ronniescott@charter.net  Thank you. Ronnie B. Scott
TAYLOR JUSTICE McBEE	Tuesday, August 31, 1999 -- Would like any information on Mitchell Burnett TAYLOR, Born September 20, 1857 in Madison County, N.C. and died July 30, 1920 in his home in Beuna Vista area of Asheville, N.C. His first wife was Martha A. JUSTICE, Born December 10, 1865, and died before April, 1897. His Second wife was Lillian Jane McBEE, Born May 1, 1878 in Mitchell County, N.C. and Died December 26, 1934 in Asheville, N.C. Mitchell had a total of 17 children by his two wives. He is Listed in the 1870 census of Madison County, N.C. as the son of John and Lorina TAYLOR. Siblings are listed in the census as Nancy, Alfred, and John. If you have any information on this family I would appreciate the help, and I am willing to share what I have on the family. Thanks in advance. Debra Rogers

	AUGUST 1999
HAYNES FORE	Sunday, August 29, 1999 -- Searching for descendants of the marriage between Georgia Florence Haynes (b. 25 Oct 1890, d. 22 Feb 1986) and Joe Fore, probably in Buncombe County or nearby. One child may have been named Clarence. Any leads? Mike Haynes Thanks! Also researching SORRELLS GODFREY and TODD families for marriage with HAYNES'
HAYNES TODD	Sunday, August 29, 1999 -- Searching for descendants of the marriage between Callie Haynes (b. 12 Nov 1891, d. June 1967) and ___ Todd, probably in Buncombe County or nearby. One child may have been named Juanita. Any leads? Mike Haynes Thanks! Also researching SORRELLS GODFREY and FORE families for marriage with HAYNES'
HAYNES GODFREY	Sunday, August 29, 1999 -- Searching for descendants of the marriage between Maude V. Haynes (b. 12 May 1884, d. 18 Oct 1979) and ___ Godfrey, probably in Buncombe County or nearby. Any leads? Mike Haynes Thanks! Also researching SORRELLS FORE and TODD families for marriage with HAYNES'
HAYNES SORRELLS	Sunday, August 29, 1999 -- Searching for descendants of the marriage between Clementine Haynes (b. abt. 1856) and Walter Sorrells, probably in Buncombe County or Rutherford County, NC. Any leads? Thanks! Mike Haynes  Also researching GODFREY FORE and TODD families for marriage with HAYNES'
HAYNES SORRELLS	Sunday, August 29, 1999 -- Searching for descendants of the marriage between Drusilla Haynes (b. abt. 1856) and John A. Sorrells (b. abt 1856), probably in Buncombe County or Rutherford County, NC. Any leads? Please e-mail MHaynes@Kenyon.com  Thanks! Also researching GODFREY FORE and TODD families for marriage with HAYNES'  Mike Haynes
HAYNES	Sunday, August 29, 1999 --  Searching for descendants of the marriage between Dewey Haynes (b. Aug 1898) and Georgia _____, probably in Buncombe County or nearby. Children may have been named Harry and Bennett. Any leads? Mike Haynes  Thanks! Also researching SORRELLS GODFREY TODD and FORE families for marriage with HAYNES'
FLETCHER	Sunday, August 29, 1999 -- Looking for information on the parents of Erastus C. Fletcher, b 1874 in Buncombe County, NC.  His obit says his parents were Jim and Nancy Osteen Fletcher.  Thanks! Denise Stephens
INANDA  BAPTIST CHURCH	Wednesday, August 25, 1999  --  I am currently working on the history of INANDA BAPTIST CHURCH, located on Brevard Road, Asheville, NC, Buncombe Co. Does anyone have any old pictures, stories or other interesting things they would like to share?  Or do they know of anyone that is buried in the church cemetery, we have 40+ graves that are unmarked and I am trying to identify them if possible. Thanks, Lisa H. DeBruhl
BYRAM	Monday, August 23, 1999 -- I am searching for descendants of CHARLES and HARRIET PALMER BYRAM.  They are originally from New York and Conn., then they settled in Detroit MI.  Charles Byram's birthdate is 19 Feb. 1811.  I would appreciate any and all help with this search.  Karyn Libbrecht
EDMONDS FOX HYATT GENTRY	Saturday, August 21, 1999 -- Researching Mance Edmonds from Buncombe County, wife was Mary Fox. One son named Nelson m Lucinda Hyatt, their son Anderson C. Edmonds b. Oct 28, 1887 was my grandfather. Anderson married Daisy Creola Gentry b. Sept 7, 1887.  Susie Barkley
ELLIS GOLDEN	Saturday, August 21, 1999 -- lookig for my gr. granfather Union C.Ellis m. Elvira Golden Feb. 20th 1873 Union was born Hardin Co. Ohio would like info. on parents of Union and Elvira. thanks, Evelyn Cole
OWEN GOOCH	Friday, August 20, 1999 -- Looking for information regarding Owen family in North Carolina in late 1700's and early 1800's.  Wilson OWEN and Abel OWEN were brothers, both born in NC.  They married sisters, Martha and Elizabeth GOOCH.  Some of their children's names:  William, Moseby, Jones, John Riley, Benjamin, Thomas, James.  Sandra Owen Thompson
HEFNER SETSER	Tuesday, August 17, 1999  -- Researching Iverson V. HEFNER (also spelled Heifer)married to Bettie A. SETSER on Jan. 25, 1890.  He was 20 and she 21 when they married.  They were born in Hayesville, NC and married in Clay County.  Sandra Strickland
RAY BRAMLETT	Tuesday, August 17, 1999 -- I am trying to find who the parents of Robert RAY were. He was born 1793 and it is believed he was born in Buncombie County, NC. Lore has it he ran away from home several times before the age of 12 because his mother did not like him but was always caught by his father and returned. At the age of 12 he apparently eluded his father. He may have been part Cherokee and this is the reason he was disliked by his mother. Robert settled in GA and married Mary BRAMLETT. He died and is buried in Gilmer County, Ga. I have been able to trace my family back to Robert but until I can learn who his parents were. I can not proceed. Any information, lore or otherwise will be greatly appricated. Homer Ray
TRANBARGER BAILEY	Thu, 12 Aug 1999 -- I do not know if you answer inquires but I am hopeful you do or can direct me someone who does. Andrew Jackson TRANBARGER was a brother of my gg-grandfather, both born in Washington County, Virginia, Andrew in 1818. He is believed to have married Eliza J. BAILEY in Buncombe County on Sept. 5, 1846. Andrew was in Buncombe in 1840 and possibly before as he was named on deeds as surety for his father for land purchases in the 1830s in Virginia. Andrew's descendants state he went to Texas in 1852 and to Missouri in 1853 where he raised his family and died. Would there be a possibility of someone checking land and marriage records for me in Buncombe County? Please advise of charges. John Brundage
WISE  REVIS	Saturday, August 14, 1999 -- Looking for information on the parents of Hardy Washington WISE, b.3/30/1875 and d.7/11/1919.  He was m. to Ora REVIS, b.9/9/1877 and d.1/3/1954.  His mother is believed to be Malinda WISE, father unknown.  Malinda had seven brothers and sisters, believed living in Buncombe County, in French Broad township.  Malinda is believed to be the daughter of John Wise and Margaret unknown.  In the 1870 Census Malinda was 22 yrs old, still living at home.  Looking for an infrmation on and member of that family.  Scott Sokolowski
DOCKERY	Sun, 15 Aug 1999 --  I would like to know my whole family history I was born in Madison county, Marshall, North Carolina. Please E-mail or call me. I really would like to see my family geneology.  My Father is Grady Dockery and he was born May 11th 193.1 My Mother is Lillian Ann Gibson.  My Grandpa Berry Dockery    I'm not for sure about the birthdate of Grandpa    He was born on Big Pine, Marshall North CarolinaThanks,  Grady Eric William Dockery Now I live in Salem, IN. 812-967-4342
LINDSAY/ LINDSEY	Monday, August 16, 1999 -- Hello y'all, As I am writing on the history of the LINDSAY/LINDSEY Family, I would appreciate any information that anyone can or will share with me.  A cousin and I have spent more than 50 years doing research on the Family, but I am finding it difficult to find info on name from 1800-1990's.  Dad:  Donald Clyde Lindsay; G-Dad: David Riley Lindsay; GG-Dad: David Siler Lindsay; GGG-Dad...I think his name was either Timothy or Titus...maybe Timothy Titus Lindsay???  Can anyone help? Daniel (Danny) Lindsay  d_lindsay@yahoo.com. Also, I am originally from Asheville, but have lived near Boston for many years.  I remember going to the Pack Library and doing research on the Lindsay Family.  Unfortunately, I had a serious auto accident last year and spend most of my time in a wheelchair...is there anyway to obtain copies of the Buncombe, Macon, Swain, Jackson, Cherokee, or any of the other census reports?  Mainly, I need Buncombe, Macon and Swain.  If there is someone who can copy and is willing to mail to me, please copy as far back as there are records available.  What is the charge for these services? Thank you so very much. Daniel Lindsay PO Box 690724 Quincy, MA  02269
ORR DAVENPORT	Mon, 16 Aug 1999 --  I am looking for the parents of  JENNY VEE ORR b. 11 nov 1853 d 15 aug 1927.  Jenny was married to David Decosey DAVENPORT.  They lived in Henderson Co NC.   PLEASE SEND ME ANY INFORMATION THANKS SUSAN QUILLIN
RICE WALLIN GUDGER	Fri, 13 Aug 1999 -- Hello from Rome, Hank, I'm determined in my Smoky Mtn. family search.  Realize that my families were in Madison, Yancey and Buncombe counties.  Not yet sure how they circulated, but maybe they wound up in Buncombe.  Found a record for Matilda Rice and Spencer Rice at White Rock, Madison County in 1870.  I think Spencer was Matilda's father.  Someone sent me info that Spencer was married to Sara Jane Wallin, but I don't have a copy of marriage record yet.  Matilda was born in 1867, but I don't yet know where.  Spencer Rice was born in Yancey Co., but I don't know when, or who his parents were.  Could you share any gen contacts (especially who have email) in Madison and Yancey? My gggrandfather, Adolphus Gudger, is listed in Madison Co., in Marshall, in 1870.  I noticed a J.J. Gudger was county court clerk back then. Thanks, Marian Douglas, Rome, Italy  -- after Aug. 19 - c/o Amb. Ungaro/ oscemsk@queue.unet.com.mk  (in Macedonia)
WEAVER TROTTER	Thursday, August 12, 1999 -- Looking for information on James Thomas Weaver Born 11/3/1828 and killed in the battle of Murfreesborough, Tn 12/7/1864. He was a Lt. Col (or a Major?) in the 60th NC Regiment. Married to Hester Trotter. SCV Camp #1510 in Weaverville may be associated with him. One of his 5 children was named Rufus. Rufus had a son named Joseph Trotter Weaver. (This can confuse the 2 "J.T. Weavers" in the same family.) Richard William Marshall, Jr
BUNCOMBE MARRIAGES	Wednesday, August 11, 1999 -- Does anyone have a copy of the book, 'Early Buncombe County Marriages' that they would like to sale?  Really need a copy of this book. Thanks, Lisa H. DeBruhl
BROWN MALONE	Mon, 9 Aug 1999 -- Please help me.  I'm looking for my family. Their names are BROWN.  They used to live in Lancaster California. They are my mother's mom and dad.  Her name wwas Violet Josephine Brown (Malone)  I understand she died in Paris, CA.  I don't know just when.  I have a brother named Robert MALONE.  My name was Billie Jo MALONE.  If you know of any of them, please reply.  Thank you. A Brehaut
WHEELER ALLEN ANDERSON BANKS CREASMAN DUNCAN ELKINS GUTHRIE HENSLEY HONEYCUTT MASS/ MOSS MELTON RAY	Tuesday, August 10, 1999 -- Washington County, Virginia about 1770 - 1840; I am seeking information on the parents and siblings of John WHEELER, born in Washington County, Virginia in 1793/4.There seems to me to be a gap of one or two generations in this line that have held us all up for quite some time.  I hope to start a thread which will lead to a resolution of the questions which remain unanswered about these WHEELERs.  I have reviewed posts from various internet sites and recognize many names of those with whom Ive corresponded concerning this line, and I still hope that through our combined efforts these WHEELERs will yet be sorted out.  I have attempted to use your information accurately and any errors are mine.  I welcome any additions or corrections. I have not personally seen any of the census records mentioned here.  If anyone can doublecheck or expand on the census information here Id be deeply grateful. My belief is that all WHEELERs in Washington County, VA, in 1770 - 1820 were related to and likely descended from James WHEELER "My" John WHEELER, b. 1793/4 in Washington County VA, may have seen service in the War of 1812.  By about 1820 he had made the short move from Washington County VA to Buncombe (became Yancey in 1833) County NC.  Here he married Rhoda RAY, only daughter of Thomas RAY, Jr. and Ivey HENSLEY.  Rhoda had eight brothers.  The RAYS were at one time the largest landholders in Yancey County.  John WHEELER was a "Baptist Clergyman" and was affiliated with the Pensacola Baptist Church. John and Rhoda RAY WHEELER had: Lucinda, b. 11 Aug 1823, m. Nathan(iel) O. ALLEN Thomas Ray (W.?) WHEELER, b. 1825-7, m1. Clarinda; m2. Louise BANKS Elizabeth Elvira, b. ca 1829, m. Nathan DUNCAN Joyce Caroline, b. 1830-31,  m1. William Burton CREASMAN, m2 Albert G. ANDERSON Minerva Jane (possibly married Marion MASS or MOSS, Mecklinburg County, NC, 25 Jan 1860) Susannah, b. ca. 1832-3, m. John C. MELTON (20 May 1851 by John WHEELER)  Clarissa, b. ca. 1834, m. John HENSLEY John Henry WHEELER, b. 1836-7, m1. Axey Mariah HONEYCUTT (18 April 1853), m2. Matilda Duncan GUTHRIE (1 November 1890) Sarah Pauline, b. ca. 1839, m. Albert ELKINS David C., b. ca. 1844 Hiram N., b. 30 Nov 1847, m. Cleressa RAY It may be that David C. and Minerva Jane WHEELER both died young, without children.  When Thomas Ray, Jr. died he left a life estate in several thousand acres to his only daughter, Rhoda Ray WHEELER, with the land to go after her death to the "heirs of her body".  This seems to have been done in 1/9 shares, indicating that only nine of the eleven children survived their mother, and that the two who predeceased her left no issue.  Kevin White Webmaster NOTE: this query is much more detailed than space allows.  Those parties interested should contact Kevin White.]
MCINTYRE OWENBY BANE AUSTIN	Tuesday, August 10, 1999 -- Looking for information on Joel MCINTYRE, born about 1805, married Lucretia?  Also, their son James MCINTYRE, born 1844 in Buncombe County, who married Lydia OWENBY, born 1849. Also Mary Fidela BANE, born Feb 1850, married to William Harrison AUSTIN.  Interested in birthdates, death dates, marriage dates, children & siblings.  Liz Shaw
LUTHER RHYMER	Monday, August 9, 1999 -- I am looking for anyone who has any information on Marshall Nelson Luther born in 1865. Father of 26 Luthers including my grandfather Hilbert Dillon Luther.  His second wife was a Rhymer.  PLease e-mail me if you have any information. Shawn Luther
PRATT	Sunday, August 8,1999 --  Hi, I am trying to locate family of Ben or Benjamin PRATT born in the year of 1896. Son of James and Henretta PRATT. Sisters and brothers are: Lula, Effie, Hester, Jimmy, Elizabeth. Benjamin was also known as (Pas). He Migrated to Bennettsville, SC and married and resided there until his death. Viola Pratt Lawrence
REYNOLDS INMAN ROBINSON	Saturday, August 7, 1999  -- I am looking for imformation on the family of James C. REYNOLDS of Weaverville. He was married to Josephine INMAN. They had one son Clarence REYNOLDS a grandson Charles(Charlie) Hill REYNOLDS, and a grandaughter Margaret (REYNOLDS) Robinson, she was married to Alonzo ROBINSON.They lived in that area off and on. Their early years were spent in Union City, Tenn.J.C. Reynolds owned a Hotel and opera House there. Josephine moved back to Weaverville after J.C. died 07-13-14. I am trying to trace the Reynolds side, but anything would be nice. Thank you Doylene Obrien
REVIS PACE	Thursday, August 5, 1999 -- Searching for data on Sarah Revis 1793-1777 married Daniel Pace; and James Revis bca1780-5 married Ms. Pace.  Thanks  Barb Barbara Lucas
SHELTON KINNAMON HOLT	Tuesday, August 3, 1999 -- Looking for the parents of John M. SHELTON b. 15 April 1828 in Greene or Cocke Co. TN, d. 26 December 1915 in Cocke Co. TN, married (1) Emmaline KINNAMON in 1852, (2) Anna HOLT on 24 July 1867.  Fought in Union Army from 1863 to 1865.  Had 14 children: Nancy, William, Mary, Martha, Manuel (Emmanuel), John R. (Bob), Samuel, Daniel, Cemantha, Otheniel (John), Enoch, Louise (Lue), Benjamin, Anna May.  Lived in Madison Co. NC for short time; buried near Rankin, TN. Chris Francis
HARKINS	Sunday, August 1, 1999 -- Searching for information on my ggrandparents, David Harkins and Debbie Harkins.  Their birth dates would have been post civil war.  Their children include Harley Homer Harkins (my grandfather) of Fairview, and David Thomas Harkins of the Canton area.  Any help greatly appreciated.  Ken Harkins
DANIELS MICHOLS OR NICHOLS	Sunday, August 1, 1999 -- I have Daniels/Michols or Nichols lines somewhere in Summit or Montgomery Counties in Ohio or McDowell County West Vir. Searching for info on my grandparents Calvin Daniels and Mary Michols or Nichols with sons George Arthur,my dad,born 1894/5/6 and his brother Albert. Anyone researching these families???? Am looking for descendants as well as ancestors. Have all info on George A Daniels after his move to Canada in 1917 Pls e mail any information or questions. Thanks Joe Daniels
DEAVER ROBINSON	Sunday, August 1, 1999 -- Seeking info on the family of Mary (Polly) DEAVER and George ROBINSON. Has anybody located their marriage or death records? I am also trying to find them in the 1830 census. 1. Mary (Polly Deaver, born abt. 1806 in , NC. She married  George Robinson, born abt. 1807 in , Buncombe, NC; died bef. 1870, son of Edward Robinson and Nancy RUNNION. Children of Mary (Polly) DEAVER and George ROBINSON: i  William H.2 Robinson, born 23 Mar 1828  m (1) Sarah (Sally) J. Keith. m (2) J.C. Anderson;  ii Nancy2 Robinson, born Apr 1832  m Edward (Ned) Wardrep; iii Mitchell Ellixander2 Robinson,  b 1835  m Sarah Roberts; iv  Joseph M.2 Robinson, b abt. 1839  m Veronica G. McLean;  v  Samuel C.2 Robinson, b 31 Dec 1847 m (1) Axey Ann West m (2) Olija B. (---) Thanks for any help. Rich Nallenweg
SILVER ROBINSON	Sunday, August 1, 1999 -- Seeking info on the family of Nancy SILVER, born abt. 1806 in NC; died aft. 1880. and Thomas ROBINSON, born abt. 1807 in NC; died 1871, son of Edward Robinson  and Nancy Runnion. Trying to find them in the 1830 census. Trying to find their marriage record. They may have been married about 1829 in Buncombe Co, NC. Also trying to find their death records.Thanks for any help. Rich Nallenweg
REVIS WORLEY BLACKWELL	Sunday, August 1, 1999 -- Looking for data on these connecting families, i.e. Willson REVIS b1803 m/Martha Elizabeth Worley b1814, prob ca1830, she d/o Thomas Worley and Rachel Blackwell. They were in Cherokee Co Ga by 1840 census (left NC ca1836) Appreciate any data, and will share what can.  *Barb
HOGG BURTON LONGSHORE	Sunday, August 1, 1999 -- Looking for info on  JOHN HOGG born abt 1733 died UNK and married MARGARET JANE BURTON July 6 1764. They had son,  JAMES BORN abt 1767 who married ELIZABETH LONGSHORE Descendants live in Buncombe County and Washington Co., NC now TN They were also in Newgberry Co., SC  Thanks, ERNEST M HOGG
TATUM	Sunday, August 1, 1999 -- I am searching for info on a William TATUM born in Buncombe Co. NC on Oct. 13, 1805.  I am looking for names of his parents and siblings and any other info available.  I have quite a bit on his descendants but not this info on back. THANKS!Ricky G. Tatum
REAVIS/ REVIS SHELTON	Sunday, August 1, 1999 -- Looking for data on Melissa REVIS married James Mitchel SHELTON; chn: Dewey, Huey, Maude, Herman, Wade, Kathleen and Elizabeth.(she may be d/o Goodson Revis) Jerry B. REVIS m/1898 Sallie SHELTON; chn were Ester, Betty Ruth, Elmer, Clarence, Blaine, Charles and Bill. The SHELTONS ref above are chn of James Tipton SHELTON and Susan WADDELL.  Will share data.  Thanks Barbara Lucas
WINDERS/ WINTERS CALLOWAY	Sunday, August 1, 1999 -- I am looking for info. on descendants of William "Billy" WINDERS/WINTERS.  I have found the surname spelled both ways. He was born abt. 1839, married Amanda Louise CALLOWAY in 1881.  They were living in Reems Creek, Buncombe Co. NC. in the 1900 census. They had several children-- Etta Winders (from previous marriage?) Rebecca Winders, Suetta, William Sherman, and my grandfather James Garfield Winders/Winters.  Family lived in NC and possibly TN. and elsewhere.  Also researching the Calloway/Callaway family. K. Webb
LANDERS	Sunday, August 1, 1999 -- Seeking any info on Barney LANDERS, born abt. 1783 in VA; died aft. 1850. He married (1)  unknown. He married (2) on 19 Sep 1822 in Greene, TN, Penny Shelton, born abt. 1795; died aft. 1860. Trying to find his marriage and death records. Also lacking 1830 census info. Thanks for any help. Children of Barney LANDERS were as follows: i John2 Landers, born abt. 1805 in Buncombe, NC. He married Vianah Wallin?; ii Barney2 Landers, born abt. 1805 in Buncombe, NC.; iii William2 Landers, born abt. 1810 in Buncombe, NC. He married Jane (---) [3495].  Rich Nallenweg
RAY LAMBERT DEW	Saturday, July 31, 1999 --  I am trying to find WNC branch of Ray family ( of Columbus County, Whiteville & Hallsboro, NC ) related to Rev. David James RAY, birth 20 Feb 1817; death 5 Jun 1893. ( Father, John M. RAY, birth abt. 1765, Mother, Anne Lambert ) married Nancy Josephine Dew, birth 6 Aug 1820; death 22 Apr 1902) Joseph RAY was father of John M. RAY. Thank you for any information. Nancy
KEITH ROBERDS	Saturday, July 31, 1999 -- Seeking any info on the family of William R. KEITH and Lydia ROBERDS. Has anyone located marriage, death or census records? Thanks for any help.  William R. Keith married Lydia Roberds, daughter of William B. Roberds  and Polly (Mary) (---). Rich Nallenweg
SAMS ROBERDS	Saturday, July 31, 1999 -- Seeking any info on the family of John SAMS and Katie ROBERDS, daughter of William B. Roberds  and Polly (Mary) (---).. Has anyone located marriage, death or census records? Katie's parents lived in Buncombe Co, NC Rich Nallenweg
GUTHRIE ROBERDS	Saturday, July 31, 1999 --  Seeking any info on the family of Eliza GUTHRIE, born abt. 1814 in NC. She married  Gaines ROBERDS, born 1816 in NC; died 1886 in Big Ivy, Buncombe, NC; buried  in Henderson/ Metcalf/Roberts cem, Ivy Twp, Buncombe, NC, son of William B. ROBERDS and Polly (Mary) (---).  Has anyone found their marriage record? Has anyone found them in the 1840 or 1850 census? Thanks for any help. Rich Nallenweg

 

	JULY 1999
ADAMS HARRIS	Saturday, July 31, 1999 -- Looking for the parents,brothers, sisters,of William Bert ADAMS b. Jan 28,1833 in NC. m. Elmira HARRIS b. Oct 14, 1836 in Newton GA. William Bert Adams served in the Civil war in the 26th MS Infantry in CO I and was captured in TNN and sent to Morton Camp in Indians. Any informaiton on his parents,brothers, sisters would be appreciated. Marjorie Cummings
GUDGER RICE	Friday, July 30, 1999 -- I would like details on Adolphus GUDGER, listed in the 1870 North Carolina Census. There are two entries. ID# NC523116014 (census page 390)- Township reads Marshall P.O., and NC523116015 (census page 214) - Township reads Leicester Township #4. Maybe he is listed twice? He was married to Matilda Rice. If someone could look up this census information, or has other details, this would be appreciated.  Marian Douglas   (After August 17, 1999, my email will be oscemsk@queue.unet.com.mk)
EDMONDSON	Thu, 29 Jul 1999 -- I am trying to find a Pollard EDMONDSON. Dianna Casey
REAVIS/REVIS et al	Thursday, July 29, 1999 -- Searching for descendants of George Reavis/Revis family believed still living in Buncombe/Madison County area. Distaff families which would be very helpful include: Fisher, Fowler,, Massey, Smith,Roberts,Ekins, Cole, Hunter, Naves, Ball, Rector, Edwards, Shepherd, Coates/Coats, Dockery and Wilson. Any possible connections from 1760 Surry Co to family move to Bunc in 1782 forward will be gratefully explored. Thanks you for your help.  Lynne Revis
ESSARY GALLOWAY	Wednesday, July 28, 1999 -- Sarah Harriet ESSARY Galloway, Sarah Essary  was born in VA in 1765. She married William GALLOWAY, also from VA.  Her date of death is 1842 in Henderson County, NC. I would like very much to find out if she had any brothers and sisters and who her parents were.  She is one of my ancestors. Thank you very much, Louise Reid
RAINES COLLVEN	Monday, July 26, 1999 -- I am seeking information on Robert RAINES and Rodah COLLVEN of Buncombe County (1800-1852 Haywood & Transylvania area now)  They had a son, Robert Tipton Raines who was born in 1852. Any info is greatly appreciated. Brian E. Raines
GREENWOOD FAMILY  CEMETERY	Sunday, July 25, 1999 -- I'm searching for the where abouts of the Greenwood family cemetery. My understanding is that it is located on Martins Creek Road. I have heard several reports that the grave yard was build over top of and I have also heard that it was moved if any one has any infromation on this cemetery please advise me. I plan on making a trip out to it in August. Dale Martin
CLAYTON	Sunday, July 25, 1999 -- I am searching for information about Ephraim CLAYTON.  He was a contractor in western North Carolina. A number of his buildings are still standing, although many more have been torn down.  Two notable examples still standing are one or more buildings at Wofford College, Spartanburg, SC and the Polk County, NC Courthouse in Columbus now undergoing restoration.  During the Civil War he manufactured supplies for the Confederate Army and later worked with the railsroads.  Many of his ventures seem to have been financial failures or else he had difficulties getting paid.  He seems to have had a business partnership with George W. Shakelford.  So far, I've identified the following still standing: Polk County Courthouse; St. John in the Wilderness (he was part of the rebuilding 1852-54); John Wesley McElroy House, ca. 1845 in Yancy Co.; Ravenscroft School, ca. 1840, Asheville; the tower of Calvary Church Fletcher, survives, the church burned in 1934.) ! He seems to have been the contractor of many courthouses, which no longer exist; also the Presbyterian Church in Marion, but I am not sure if it still exists.  I also wonder if he was the contractor of the first building of Mars Hill College (no longer standing). I am also curious as to where he would have received his education.  As the son of Lambert Clayton, he would have lived in present day Transylvania County.  He was born in 1804, so the time frame would be after 1810. Virginia S. Green
CLAYTON	Sunday, July 25, 1999 --  I am in the processing of revising, correcting and making additions to my Book "The Clayton Clique, the Descendants of George Clayton, 1723-1786"  George CLAYTON was the father of George CLAYTON (1751-1814) and Lambert Clayton (1755-1828) and six daughters: Henrietta who married Alexander Davidson; Rebecca who married Robert Oliphant; Rachel who married John Falls; Margaret who married Robert Neill; Anna who married Thomas Cooke; and Hannah who married James Neill. Many of the children of George CLAYTON (1751-1814), and the Neills came to present day western North Carolina as well as Lambert Clayton and his descendants.  I will be happy to search my files for individuals .Virginia S. Green Also connecting to the following families: Bryson, Burgin, Orr, Wetzel, Brittain, Young, and McElroy.
SAMS DAVIS	Sunday, July 25, 1999 -- Seeking info on the family of Jacob Comer SAMS and Mary Ann DAVIS. Has anyone located them in the 1850 or 1860 census? Has anyone located their marriage record? Thanks for any help. Jacob Comer Sams, born 20 Oct 1817 in Buncombe, NC; died Mar 1897; buried  in Morgan Hill cem, Buncombe, NC. He married  Mary Ann Davis, born 30 Aug 1823 in , Buncombe, NC; died 1889 in , Buncombe, NC; buried  in Morgan Hill cem, Buncombe, NC, daughter of David Davis  and Rachel (---).Rich Nallenweg
GUTHRIE ROBERDS	Saturday, July 24, 1999 -- Seeking info on the family of Mark GUTHRIE and Amanda ROBERDS daughter of William B. Roberds and Polly (Mary) (---). Other than the reference below, I have no info on this family. Any help will be appreciated. Notes for Amanda ROBERDS: MARRIAGE: 'The Roberts and Crane Families', by Lloyd Bascombe Craine, 1955, 'Amanda married Mark Guthrie lived in Haywood Co.' Rich Nallenweg
BLACKWELL DAVIS	Saturday, July 24, 1999 -- Seeking info on the family of Mary A. BLACKWELL and Andrew Jackson DAVIS. Has anyone located them in the 1860 or 1870 census? Does anyone have a record of their marriage or deaths? Thanks for any help.  Rich Nallenweg 1. Mary A. Blackwell, born abt. 1830. She married abt. 1849, Andrew Jackson Davis, born abt. 1828 in , Buncombe, NC, son of David Davis and Rachel (---). Notes for Andrew Jackson DAVIS         PROPERTY: 'Madison Co., NC Record of Estates, 1852-1862, at ACPL, C.062-50001, shows A.J. Davis and Jack Davis listed under the record of his father's estate.         CENSUS: 1850 US Census, Buncombe Co, NC, family #1450
GREEN	Saturday, July 24, 1999 -- Seeking info about parents of my grandmother, Nora Mae GREEN.  She was born in Ashville, Buncombe County May 1878 to Martha Jane GREEN.  Martha alleged to be full Cherokee.  Nora's father was Charles GREEN (married Baptist minister).  Martha married Charles' brother Gainard (Ganey) in 1880.  Seeking info to identify Martha's parents. Bonnie Fuller
COATES	Sat, 24 Jul 1999 -- Where would I obtain information of a prisoner that died while serving time? This specific prisoner, COATES, Garet Defate  was serving a sentence in Buncombe County, and died 1904. How can I find his burial site, was his body released to the family, etc? Any help will be greatly appreciated. Jan C. Plemmons  Previous reply from NC Division of Archives and History ...[Since he died before l909, there will be no death certificate.  Perhaps Buncombe County can provide you with some information on where they buried their prisoners.  I have also sent a copy of your request to our cemetery survey coordinator and she will let you know if she has any information on a Buncombe County prison cemetery or on a grave site for your Mr. Coates. Beyond those few ideas, I am at a loss since there was no real statewide policy governing local arrange- ments for deceased prisoners.  I would assume that if the family was nearby, they would have made arrangements for the body to be buried in a family plot, but that if this was not done, the prisoner would be buried in either a prison graveyard or a city cemetery.]
ALMOND MARTIN	Thursday, July 22, 1999 -- Looking for decendents of : JAMES ALMOND b:29-April-1797,NC. m.jane MARTIN 14-Dec.-1819 TN. d:Jan/1857 Ark. Co. Ark.NC.>TN.>AK. Everett Marvin Almond jr.
39th North Carolina  Regiment (CSA)	Thu, 22 Jul 1999 -- My name is Bob Axley and I'm doing research on the above regiment, particulary looking for letters, diaries, and post-war memoirs.  If you have knowledge or possess such material, I would be glad to pay the fee for the info.  Please e-mail me at badaxley@bellsouth.net.  Many thanks.
ROBINSON WILSON FISHER	Wednesday, July 21, 1999 -- ISRAEL ROBINSON -- Looking for any information about the origins of Israel ROBINSON-my 3rd ggrandfather.  Israel was b1790 and d1852.  He was living in Jackson County NC at the time of his death.  He was married to Rachel WILSON at Kings Ferry, Buncombe County, in 1811.  I have information on Israel & #8217;s service during the war of 1812, but I do not know his origins.  One of Israel & #8217;s sons, William Marion, was my second ggrandfather.  WM was married to Betty FISHER, and he died in Camp Douglas Ill as a POW in 1864.  I have much information on Israel's descs.  Dave Robinson
GREER ROWLAND	Tuesday, July 20, 1999  -- Looking for George Washington GREER. Came to NC aroung 1855. Married Mary ROWLAND. Enlisted in Civil War in Kentucky.  bobbie owens
BLACKWELL HUDSON	Sunday, July 18, 1999 -- We are looking for a lost grandfather -- EARNEST J. BLACKWELL,  He was born in Asheville NC in 1910 and was married to MARIE HUDSON and had a daughter Gloria Ruth BLACKWELL.born March 15, 1933  Please help us find this guy! Paula Christensen
ROSE	Saturday, July 17, 1999 -- Can anyone tell me how they were related? I believe Benjamin is in my line. If so I show his wifes name is Mary (?). Any info will be appreciated.  ROSE from 1800c Buncombe Co. NC ROSE, Zachariah 00110 10101 0 0 ROSE, Samuel      00001 02210 0 0 ROSE, John          01101 00001 0 0 ROSE, Francis      20100 10100 0 0 ROSE, Benjamin   20100 00101 0 0 John Moore
FARMER MORGAN	Saturday, July 17, 1999 -- Looking for the family of Thomas J. FARMER  born: 1854 in South Carolina. Died  1884 in Buncombe County, N.C. He married Anna Theodoia Morgan 27 November 1879 in Buncombe County, N.C. This is all the information I have on this family. Would share all I have.  Richard Bostron
HAYNES HANES HARPER	Thursday, July 15, 1999  -- Searching for info on the HAYNES, HANES, and HARPER families in Buncombe County, particularly in the Fairview and Biltmore areas.  Mike Haynes
ASHWORTH	Wednesday, July 14, 1999 -- Looking for information on the ASHWORTH families in North Carolina  between 1790 and 1840. My ancestors moved from North Carolina to Texas & Louisiana sometime after 1830. My g-g-g-grandfather Aaron  B. Ashworth b. 1803 moved to Louisiana and Texas. Aaron's wife Mary and children; Samuel b. 1837 TX, Nancy b. 1840 TX, Sublett A. b. 1841, LA, William H. b. 1843  TX, Mary R. b. 1846 TX, Aaron B. Jr. b. 1848 LA, Harriett b. 1850, Abner b. 1854. Ruth C. Johnson
CARLILE CLARK BROOM	Wed, 14 Jul 1999 -- I am searching for great grandmother  Sarah CARLILE.   Believe born in Fairfield, SC. Daughter Rebecca also born Fairfield, SC.  Rebecca married Tom CLARK in Asheville, NC in 1877.  Would like descendants of Rebecca and Tom and parents of Sarah.  She might have been a BROOM and I understand there were Amerind Brooms in Pickens Co. SC.  Any info would help. Thanks. Margaret Reynolds
SEXTON	Sunday, July 11, 1999 --  SEXTON, Charles H. possibly Hines as middle name. Looking for family roots of Charles Hines Sexton, d 1969 Bumcombe County, NC. Married to Mary Elizabeth Shetley, b 1883 I think in Hot Springs, NC d 12/27/1959 bur Shepherd Memorial Park, Hendersonville, NC. Also researching the Shetley and Humphries families. Deborah Sexton Ferrara
LONG BLANKENSHIP	Sunday, July 11, 1999 -- Looking for info on LONG and BLANKENSHIP family.  John W. LONG married Mary BLANKENSHIP in 1903.  Lived in the BLACK MOUNTAIN area.  John W LONG worked at a saw mill in this area. Children from this union: Sons, Dana b1904, William b1905, Callie b1908, Grover b:1914 and Roy b1917.  Daughters, Myrtle b1910, Helen b1912, Erline b1919. Grover(1915) and Helen(1917) both died as children.  Helen said to have been a dwarf.  What was the name the Saw Mill? Need obit for Grover and Helen.  Marriage record of John W LONG and Mary BLANKENSHIP.  Thanks for any help. Linda Gail Orozco
ROBERTS PENLAND	Saturday, July 10, 1999 -- Searching for any information on the family of Jacob Walton ROBERTS and Martha Matilda PENLAND. Jacob was the son of Gaines Roberts and Eliza GUTHRIE. any help will be appreciated. 1. Jacob Walton Roberts, born 27 Jan 1837 in NC; died 17 Jul 1923; buried  in Riceville Presbyterian Church cem, Buncombe, NC. He married in Mar 1857, Martha Matilda Penland, born abt. 1838 in NC; died 29 Feb 1920; buried  in Riceville Presbyterian Church cem, Buncombe, NC.  Rich Nallenweg
WARDREP AMMONS	Saturday, July 10, 1999 -- Trying to locate information on the family of Jerimiah (Jerry) WARDREP. He was born in Buncombe Co, NC in 1831, the son of Solomon and Nancy Wardrep. About 1850 he married Martha AMMONS. I have not been able to locate their marriage record. They lived their lives in the Graham Co area of NC. I have been unable to locate Jerry in the 1890 Veteran's census or the 1900 US census. Also, I cannot find a record of his death. Can anyone help?  Children of Jerimiah Jerry N. WARDREP and Martha Patsy AMMONS were as follows: 1-Nancy Waldrop, b abt. 1853 in Cherokee, NC. She m  unknown; 2- Thomas Waldrop, b Oct 1856 in Cherokee, NC. He m abt. 1881, Tina (---), b Jun 1848 in NC. 3- James Waldrop, b abt. 1857 in Cherokee, NC. He m on 16 Nov 1879, Sarah Sercey; 4- Manerva Samantha Waldrop, b 17 Nov 1855 in Cherokee, NC. She m Jasper Sevier Gunter; 5- Jeff Waldrop, b Dec 1861 in Cherokee, NC. He m c. 1884, Sophronia Rice, b Dec 1864 in NC;6-  Dicy Waldrop, born abt. 1864 in Cherokee, NC; 7- Absolum Hooker Waldrop, b May 1868 in Cherokee, NC. He m Lory Julia Gunter; 8- Mary Waldrop, b abt. 1868 in TN; 9- John Waldrop, b abt. 1872 in NC; 10- Eliza Waldrop, b abt. 1875 in NC Rich Nallenweg
NC Archives	Friday, July 9, 1999 -- Can someone instruct me how to submit a request to the North Carolina Archives by the route of e-mail?  I am studying the genalogy of the WHEELER, ALLEN, BAXTER, BLEVINS, CREASMAN, HONEYCUTT, ATKINS, AUSTIN, and many others. Vernell Wheeler Shuford
NORMAN	Thursday, July 8, 1999 -- I am interested in any info on the early settlement of SULPHUR SPRINGS in Buncombe County, particularly the name of early churches or cemetaries in or around there or Hominey.  Families of interest include NORMAN, GALLION (GALYEAN).  Laura Wareh
COLLINS BECK	Wednesday, July 7, 1999 -- Our family is looking for a COLLINS who is the father of ROBERT COLLINS that married ELIZABETH BECK. ROBERT COLLINS born SEPT.4,1806, and died APRIL 9,1863. ELIZABETH BECK was born JULY 12, 1809 and died FEB. 4,1876.They were from Smokemont, Swain Co. NC. May have been old Buncombe Co. N.C. Robert and Elizabeth were married DEC. 19,1830. We need to know Roberts Mother and Father. No one has been able to find his parents. His Dad would have been born around 1776 or somewhere near that, but am not sure of anything about his parents. Anybody out there who has any info please contact Lucy P. Holcombe  or Lucy Holcombe 49 Pharr St. Canton, NC 28716. Thanks.
MAHALEY WILHELM THOMAS WILLIAMS	Wednesday, July 7, 1999 -- Any information about David Henry MAHALEY, Rowan County,NC (circa 1850 to 1920), Jesse A. WILHELM and Wife Roanna THOMAS, Rowan County,NC b. circa 1860 and William WILLIAMS, Portrait Painter, NYC,VA and New Bern, NC revolutionary times reputed to have painted George Washington in Masonic garb. Jerome Williams
CLEMONS CLEMENTS	Monday, July 5, 1999 -- JAMES CLEMONS (CLEMENTS) is listed in Bumcombe County Grand Jury records as a Grand Juror several times between 1792-1796. Can find no mention of him born, died or married (or name of wife) before or after. Also, one of his sons is Jacob Hilliard (Hillard) CLEMENTS, born ca 1775 in North Carolina, (Location not known). Any information on either of these people would be appreciated.  Gene Clements
HEFNER YOUNGBLOOD GEHRET GRAEFF	Monday, July 5, 1999 -- I placed a query in 1997, requesting information on Jessie Richington HEFNER.  Would you please either update the email address to the one above, or copy the query into current year with my current email address?  Thank you so much for your site! Sure can, George, and here it is: Interested in info concerning Jessie Richington HEFNER's background. He was born 6 Feb 1827 in Buncombe Co., NC. He married Cinderilla Lucinda YOUNGBLOOD (probably in MO) in 1849, and d in Wright Co., MO 27 Jan 1884. George Hefner  Have uncovered the following as of 7-03-96: Jessie R. Hefner's parents were John Frederick HEFNER and Kate GEHRET. John's parent's were David J. HEFNER and Elizabeth GRAEFF. No dates or places.
CORNS	Sunday, July 4, 1999 -- JOHN PETER CORNS-- I'm looking for a will for John Peter Corn supposely he had one in Buncombe County, NC.  1800's wife Hannah Elizabeth Parr.  If any one can get me a copy of this I will be glad to pay for it.  Or have any information on him, it would be greatly appreciative.  Supposely he is the father of John Corn's who married Elizabeth Adams in Patrick County, VA.  But I don't have any proof of this.  This is what I'm looking for.  Thanks.  Debra Wilmoth
ROBINSON DEAVER KEITH ANDERSON	Saturday, July 3, 1999 -- Trying to locate William H. ROBINSON in the 1910 US Census. He was b 1828 in Buncombe Co, NC, the son of George Robinson and Mary DEAVER. About 1848 he m Sarah (Sally) KEITH. They lived in Madison Co, NC. Sally died in 1900. In the 1900 census, William is listed in Buncombe Co, NC. After 1900 he m JC ANDERSON. William d in 1919. Has anyone found him in 1910? Children of William H. ROBINSON and Sarah (Sally) J. KEITH were as follows:  i Polly Ann F.2 Robinson, b abt. 1851 in Madison, NC.  ii George M. W. Robinson, b Sep 1852 in Madison, NC.  m bt. 1874, Polly A. E. ?  iii Joseph Kelsey Robinson , b 1860 in Madison, NC; d 1923  iv Zebulon V.2 Robinson ], b abt. 1862 in Madison, NC.  v Eva C. Robinson , b 9 Dec 1865 Madison Co., NC; d 30 Nov 1897; m 2 Dec 1896, J.A. Eller  vi Jesse S. Robinson, b abt. 1868 in Madison, NC. vii William Robinson, b abt. 1873 in Madison, NC Rich Nallenweg
ROBERTS DAVIS PRESLEY NETHERTON	Saturday, July 3, 1999 -- Trying to locate Laura Matilda ROBERTS in the 1910 US Census. She was born about 1861, the daughter of James Allen (Buck) Roberts and Eliza Jane DAVIS. About 1880 she married Hezikiah PRESLEY. They are listed in the 1880 Madison Co, NC census. He must have died because about 1885 she married Zachariah NETHERTON. They are listed on the 1900 Buncombe Co, NC census. She died in 1919 in Buncombe Co. 1. Laura Matilda1 Roberts, born 4 Feb 1861/62 in NC; died 22 Feb 1919 in Buncombe, NC. She m(1) abt. 1880, Hesikiah Presley. She m (2) abt. 1885, Zachariah Netherton, born Jun 1848 in NC. Children of Laura Matilda ROBERTS and Zachariah NETHERTON were as follows: 2 i Anna L.2 Netherton, born Nov 1886 in NC. She married Charles Dermid [2854]. 3 ii M. Blaine2 Netherton, born Aug 1887 in NC. 4 iii Thomas L.2 Netherton, born Aug 1889 in NC. 5 iv George C.2 Netherton, born Jul 1892 in NC. 6 v Zachariah M.2 Netherton (Jr.), born May 1895 in NC. 7 vi Perril? L.2 Netherton, born Apr 1897 in NC. 8 vii Jesse B.2 Netherton, born May 1899 in NC. 9 viii Lawrence2 Netherton 10 ix Cora Lee2 Netherton Rich Nallenweg
ROBINSON DEAVER WEST	Saturday, July 3, 1999 -- Trying to locate Samuel C. ROBINSON in the 1910 US Census. He was born in 1847 in Buncombe Co, NC, the son of George Robinson and Mary DEAVER. In 1868 he married Axey Ann WEST. They are listed in the 1870 and 1880 Madison Co, NC census. Axey Ann died in 1892. About 1898 Samuel married Olija _____. They are listed in the 1900 Buncombe Co, NC census. Samuel died in 1917. children of Samuel C. ROBINSON and Axey Ann WEST were as follows: i Bell2 Robinson, born abt. 1872 in Madison, NC. ii Fornady2 Robinson, born abt. 1874 in Madison, NC. iii Coranad2 Robinson, born abt. 1876 in NC. Children of Samuel C. ROBINSON and Olija B. (---) were as follows: i E. C.2 Robinson, born Jan 1899 in NC. Rich Nallenweg
Old Old DATES	Thu, 1 Jul 1999 -- Please, somebody.  explain to me how Ancestral File can have names and dates back to 500, 400 and even 100's!!! I am finding some of these dates in my husband's line, and I am amazed yet very skeptical about any authenticity (Norway, Sweden, Scandinavia are noted areas) What do you think?? Susan

 

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