Meriwether County, Ga. Queries
1999

I would like info. on JAMES P. SMITH b.1761, was in Meriwether Co. 1840.
R. J. Smith
Jan. 4, 1999

The families BENNETT, GRUBBS, McDONALD, RICHARDSON, GRAY and CASTELLOW have history in Meriwether, Spalding & Talbot Counties, GA;VA;DC;CO;AL. If these combinations seem familiar to you, your input will be welcome.
Rev. Hilton Estes
Jan. 5, 1999

Am searching for info on ELIJAH WILLIAMS, who was married to MARTHA ADCOCK. They were on the 1850 census in Meriweather County. Her father was JOHN ADCOCK. Would appreciate any help. Thanks,
Glenda
Jan. 6, 1999

Looking for information on any Shackelford, Carlisle or Forbes. My 3rd great grandparents, Howard B and Margaret Carlisle-Shackelford moved from Abbeville, SC to Meriwether County, GA around 1830. The had several children and would like to find out something about them and their descendants. On of  their sons, James Carlisle Shackelford (2nd great grandfather) married Margaret A Forbes 02-06-1849, later moved to Carroll County, GA. Any information would be greatly appreciated. Thanks
Donnie Shackelford
or
Donnie Shackelford
Jan. 7, 1999

David Milton Grant was living in DeKalb County in 1840 and the balance of his brothers and sisters were living in Meriwether County. They had moved with their mother Isabella Paxton Grant from Abbeville, South Carolina in 1820 after the death of their father, John Grant. Any information would be helpful.
Sandra Fuller Fisher
Jan. 8, 1999

Am looking for second wife of JOHN POWELL PORTER, b. Jan. 16, 1828, d. 1900, Meriwether Co., GA. Listed on census in White Sulpher Springs in 1870. m. 1st MARTHA TRAYLOR of Troup Co, who died 1862 while husband J.P. Porter in Union Prison Camp. After his return from the war, he married again and fathered at least one more child, J, P. Porter (Jr.?) Can anyone tell me the name of John Powell Porter's second wife and any info re their marriage? Any help greatly appreciated.
Suzanne
Jan. 12, 1999

Searching for information on GEORGE L. EARNEST b.5-20-1762, d. 12-31-1840. interred in the "Strickland Town Cemetery" Meriweather Co. Ga. The mystery is that for years back to 1850 only "STRICKLAND's" and family slaves were thought to have been buried there, the oldest being Ezekiel STRICKLAND d. 1850. recently a brand new polished marble grave marker appeared for the  above mentioned GEORGE L. EARNEST. We STRICKLAND's are curious as to who installed the marker and what relationship to our family is he since he appears to be the eldest interred there. Respectfully
Mary Strickland McElroy
Jan. 13, 1999

I am searching for cousins who descend from the POWELL line. My earliest POWELL is John, b. abt 1725, whose wife was Eliza. They had a son, Francis, b. about 1749 in Amherst Co. Francis married Mary WHITEHEAD. Francis and Mary POWELL had a daughter named Jane, b. 6 Nov 1795, probably in Amherst, d. 28 Aug 1862. Jane POWELL married Samuel WORTHAM on 19 Nov 1812 - not sure where. Samuel was b. 6 Sep 1784, and d. 2 Nov 1867. Their daughter, Mary Ormond WORTHAM was born 6 Nov 1813 in Georgia, according to my files. Mary died abt 1865 in Alabama. When she was 19 years old, on 7 Dec 1832, she married Ichabod PHILLIPS in Meriwether Co., GA. Any help with any of these names would be greatly
appreciated.
Jayna Quinn
Jan. 13, 1999

I am looking for information on William W. CHAPMAN born in Meriweather County Ga. in June 1830. He was the son of Ambrose CHAPMAN and his wife, Elizabeth GRIGGS. Any info welcome!
Kathy Watson Jones
Jan. 14, 1999

Searching for descendants of and more information on the daughters of John Martin POWLEDGE, who married Frances Ward FOY of Meriweather County, Georgia. I know this much: Frances Foy POWLEDGE married Marcus D. JUSTICE. Mary Elizabeth POWLEDGE married William Henry LEDBETTER. Jane POWLEDGE married a Mr. SIMMS or SIMS. Josephine E. POWLEDGE married John Gaines PHILLIPS and settled in Holland, Bell County, Texas. Caroline B. (Carrie) POWLEDGE married James C. BARNES. I do know that a son of this couple (John Martin and Frances Foy Powledge) married Nancy Elizabeth MEANS and settled in Union Co. Arkansas. Would appreciate any and all information. Am willing to share as well. Contact:
Gwen Gay
8515 McKavett Drive #B
Dallas, TX 75238-4514.
Jan. 18, 1999

I am searching for any information on William Ezekial WELLS, born Sept. 22, 1871, in Georgia. He married Lula Jane HATCHETT (of  The Cove area of the county) in 1895 in Meriwether County. In the 1900 census, William E. WELLS is listed with his family as living in Crawford County, Georgia. An Arthur CHAPMAN, age 20, was listed as a “b-law” living with him. Arthur may have been a brother-in-law or a stepbrother. William WELLS usually went by the name “Zeke” or the initials “W. E.” Any information at all will be appreciated.
Regards,
Brad Wells
Kennesaw, GA
Jan. 19, 1999

My gg grandfather, Marion Jasper HATCHETT, was an 1800's resident of Meriwether County in a section known as The Cove. He is mentioned in the book "Historical Account of Meriwether County" by Regina P. Pinkston. Marion Jasper HATCHETT was also a member of the 7th GA Cavalry, partisan, CSA, which I am assuming was raised from the Meriwether County area. While the service records of this unit exist on microfilm, I have been unsuccessful in finding additional
information. The unit is not listed in "The Roster of Confederate Soldiers from Georgia." Can anyone point me to a source of information about this unit?
Regards,
Brad Wells
Jan. 19, 1999

Am searching for parents of William Mitchell who was born in South Carolina 1795, moved to Lincoln County and married Ann Blalock and then moved to Talbotton and when widowed, married Serena Barnes Hogan and moved over county line to Meriwether County where remainder of children were born. This Revolutionary War of 1812 soldier is buried in family cemetery in field
at corner of Mitchell Gap-Cove Road and highway from Chalybeate Springs to Mount Pleasant. Any information will be appreciated. My wife is a descendant and I will gladly share all information that I have gathered over the past thirty plus years of searching.
R. Russell
P. O. Box 2165
Roswell, Ga. 30077
Jan. 20, 1999

I am searching for information on the families of William ROBERTS and Catherine his wife, they had a daughter Sonie Isabelle born in Texas and one named Georgia Ann who was born in 1861, probably in Meriwether Co. I Am also looking for the family of Henry R. ROBERTS and Margaret SMITH perhaps also of Meriwether County. If there is anyone doing research on this family please contact me. Thanks.
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Jacob L. Bateman III
3870 Strathmore Drive
Montgomery, AL 36116-4614
Jan. 22, 1999

Dr. Wayne Lee was born in Morgantown, WV. He moved to the Warm Springs, GA area in the late 1940's or 1950's. He had a brother Eldon and a sister Virginia. His father was Frank Lee and his mother was Laura Warner. I am looking for any of his decendants that might still be living in the area. My grandmother was Sarah Lee Pratt; Frank Lee's sister.
Lu
Jan. 23, 1999

I am looking for information on Willie Jackson Smith born April 18, 1869 died in 1939? and his wife Lilla Ruth Crosby Smith. I am a descendent of his sister Nettie Orean Smith who married John Henry Adams of Taylor Co., Ga.
John R. Adams
Warner Robins, Ga.
Jan. 25, 1999

In the will of Sarah RAGAN of Harris County, she list as her executor ELISHA TRAMMEL of Meriweather County (spelling). Is there a connection? Does anyone know of this family? Thank you for any help you may be able to give.
Giles

I am searching for information on William BRYANT of Meriwether County, GA who married Nancy LANIER on July 17, 1845 in M.C., GA. William BRYANT died before 1850. Their children were Martha A.L. Bryant b. 1846 and William James BRYANT b. 1848 in Meriwether County, GA. Nancy LANIER BRYANT remarried a man by the surname of RAY.....they had a child by the name of George Austin RAY b. February 26, 1858 and he died May 13, 1921. Nancy and her second husband possibly had one other son but his first name is unknown, it could be Oscar Cleveland RAY.
Sandra Bryant
Jan. 31, 1999

I am looking for any information on the family of William L. RUSH. He was in Meriwether Co. according to the 1840 and 1850 census records. He was born in S.Carolina in 1803, his wife Lucy(last name unknown)was born in S.Carolina in 1807. They had 7 children all born in Georgia. George W. RUSH born 1831,Warren R. RUSH born 1835, Nancy A. RUSH born 1836, Delila E. RUSH born 1838, Lucy J. RUSH born 1843, Tabitha A. RUSH born 1845, and John RUSH born 1846. In the 1860 Census they had moved to Coosa Co. Alabama. According to the census records he was farming in 1850. Thank you for your time.
Mike Rush
1915 De La Pena Ave.
Santa Clara, CA 95050-6907
Feb. 2, 1999

I am serching for information on Starling T. Dempsey Roberts b.8-13-1818 S.C.married Sara Ann Roberts b.5-2-1829 S.C. had 8 children lived in Meriwether. Sara was a Roberts before she married .Also a Thomas Mitchell b.1804 married Rhoda ? b.1808. This could be the son of William Mitchell . Would have been 19 when my Thomas was born. Also looking for a William James Spivey b.1-3-1830. Married Elizabeth Besty Mitchell b.9-1835 Ga.7 Children. Also Anything on the Clarks Samuel Thomas Clark. His son or son's lived in Meriwether. He lived in Henry Co.married Sousana Masters or Drake. was told also married Rebecca Masters. My Grandmother grew up in Meriwether until the death of her father who shot himself. Her brothers and sisters were placed in Thornwelll Childrens Home in Clinton S.C. Have all that information. Admission papers for all the Children. My Grandmother was Daisy Lillian Spivey. Would like anything that connects with my family. Thank You!
Joyce Turner Dawson
Feb. 4, 1999

I am looking for info on a Donnie Wingo or Wingate , married a William Elisha Earnest on 30 Oct 1897. need date of daeth, burial location, any brothers, sisters, fathers and mothers names, etc.
dennis e. gueth
Feb. 6, 1999

Does the name Moses Gresham(or Grissom or Grisham) HERRIN(or HERRING or HERREN) sound familiar to anyone? He has ties to Coweta and Carroll and Meriwether counties that I am researching to find HERRIN, HERRING, HERREN roots. He is on the Meriwether Georgia Census in 1850. Any help appreciated. Thanks!
Harvey Herrin
Feb. 8, 1999

ALLISON family of Meriwether County,GA++ My Grandmother, Susannah Allison, was born in Meriwether County,GA in 1873. I am seeking to find the names of her Brothers & Sisters, Father and Mother's names. Also, any descendants that might be related to this family. Would like to find out where her relatives moved to, if out of Georgia, Where?? Where any relatives may be buried??
George Moore
P. O. Box 985
Nicoma Park, OK 73066
Feb. 9, 1999

I am trying to find the record of my Fathers birth. The Town was Manchester, date was 3-12-1918. Parents were Jack (John?) Widener and Cora Belle (Phillips) Widener, actually any information on these two families would be of great help. Thanks.
Jean Widener
Feb. 10, 1999

Would like any info on Jesse Hiram Glazier or Mary Elizabeth Johnson Glazier or their families. They are my grandmother and grandfather.
Wanda
Feb. 13, 1999

Beginning to trace my family. Grandparents and most of family from Meriwaether County area. father's side Gfather - William Armstead MEADOWS Gmother Eddie MCDONNELL (MEADOWS) Mother's side Leonard CRISWELL believe his wife's name was ETHRIDGE. Any help appreciated.
[email protected]
Feb. 13, 1999

BELL: Seek information on family of James BELL and his wife Elizabeth CALDWELL who were in 1840-1850-1860 Meriwether County censuses. James Bell's mother, Sarah, was listed separately, and her will was probated in Feb 1863. Who was her husband?
Clarke Rodgers
Feb. 14, 1999

HERRIN: Moses Gresham HERRIN married Sephronia Ann WILLIAMS in Meriwether County on Jan. 1, 1846. In 1850 census they had daughter, Mary Elizabeth. Not found in 1860 census. In 1870 they were in Coweta County. Appreciate any info about this HERRIN family.
Clarke Rodgers
Feb. 14, 1999

CALDWELL: Seek info on ancestors and descendants of Robert CALDWELL whose will was recorded in Meriwether County in 1847. He was husband of Janet McLEES, and father of Mary, Joseph, James, Jane, Martha, Elizabeth BELL, Agnes, Margaret and Lucinda. Thanks,
Clarke Rodgers
Feb. 14, 1999

WILLIAMS: Seek information on family of C.A. (Addison?) WILLIAMS in 1850 Meriwether Census with wife Mary, children Lucy, David, Jonathan, Mary, Ledia, James, Milton, Emily, Nancy A. Were they also parents of Sephronia WILLIAMS who married Moses HERRIN and who were listed next to HERRINS in census? Thanks,
Clarke Rodgers
Feb. 14, 1999

ADDY: Is anyone researching the ADDY family, many of whom were in Meriwether and Coweta County GA from before 1850? Would like to exchange information, especially on descendants of Jacob ADDY and Mary RAWLS. Thanks,
Clarke Rodgers
Feb. 14, 1999

I am searching for information on DEMSEY TYNER. Was revolutionary War Vet. He was from N.C. His wife OBEDIENCE,son LEWIS. He died Oct. 1842. He was my ggg granfather. He died in Meriwether County. Thanks for all information that anyone might have on this family.
Marjorie Sykes
2107 N. Ashland Dr.
Burlington, NC 27217
Feb. 16, 1999

Mary was my G grandmother, married to Thomas F. JETER b. 1850 in Meriwether Co. GA. One of their sons was Wilbur JETER b. 1867 in Meriwether Co. GA m. to Lily PLANT b. (Meriwether Co. ?). they lived in the "Forrest" area and raised 9-10 children and moved to Coweta Co. before 1932 and died there. Wilbur and Lily were parents of my Mother, Mary Emma JETER, also born in Meriwether Co. 12/2/1902 d. 6/28/1984 in Columbus, buried in LaGrange,GA. I need information onMary WOODRUFF, her parents and grandparents with dates and places if possible. Any help will be appreciated. Thank you.
Gus Hipp
Feb., 1999

Looking for any descendants of FREEMAN W. BLOUNT who married first Sarah R. Lassiter MCDANIEL and second Nancy Ellen BAKER. Freeman was the father of 20 children by these two wives. He was Sheriff of Meriwether County from 1842-1848 and again from 1865-1870. I am willing to share as well. Thanks!
Betty G. Schimpf
1608 Chandler Drive
Lima, Ohio 45805
Feb., 1999

would like any information on theses family's . JIMMY LAMAR WALKER, b. oct. 26 1937 meriwether co. d. april11,1998, his father EARNEST ROY WALKER. b. july 8 1909 d. sept. 11 1962 His Grandfather JAMES WILLIAM WALKER b. may 16, 1884 meriwether co. d.dec. 8,1935 thats all i have on theme what i need is info on the father and grandfather. Clay - Wife of EARNEST ROY WALKER- MAGGIE PEARL CLAY b. nov 11,1910 d.dec 3 1965 her father HOMER R. CLAY d. july 8 1948 his wife LIZZIE ROGERS b.1884 any help is apreciated and needed for my husbands family.
Lynn
Feb., 1999

PHILLIPS b. 1808, d. 1879 Lived Merriweather Co, Buried Hogansport GA. Supposed to be kin to MANNs. Share info. Thanks.
Beverly Mitchell
Feb., 1999

The newly-elected Probate Court judge in Meriwether County, Stiles Estes, is only the 10th one in the county's history. She wants to hang pictures of all the judges in the courthouse in Greenville. She has tracked down pictures of all but two, and she needs everyone's help in locating the missing judges. They are Frank Kendall who served from 1860 to 1865 and Andrew J. Hinton who served from 1877 to 1910. If anyone  knows where we might locate pictures of Kendall and Hinton, please let me know. Thanks,
Vivian Price Saffold
Feb. 25, 1999

My ancestors came from Meriwether County, Georgia. I am hoping you might help with some additional information or documentation. My g-g-g-grandfather James Silas White was supposedly born in Meriwether on 25 Jan 1830. His wife Martha Adeline Wright was also born there in 17 Feb 1832. They immigrated to Alabama sometime before they married in Tallapoosa Co., AL. They eventually settled in the Tuscaloosa Co., AL area. Any help or leads would be greatly appreciated. Thanks,
Jim Cannon
Feb. 26, 1999

I found JACOB RUSSELL SEWELL'S grave in Meriwether County behind a Methodist church recently. He was born Nov. 19, 1832 and died Aug. 31, 1908. I am trying to find out who is parents are. I found him in the 1860 census, but can't figure out whose household he was in in 1850. Can you help?
Elizabeth Cheney Sewell
Feb. 26, 1999

Searching for any information on the Meacham family in Meriwether County Georgia. thanks.
dp
March 1, 1999

I am searching for parents of Joel B. MURPHY who married Hatty MILLS on 12-11-1837 in Meriwether County. Also parents of Hatty MILLS--Her mother was named Nancy but who was her father? . Also looking for parents of James MURPHY who may be brother to Joel B. MURPHY. James MURPHY married a Elizabeth or Martha Elizabeth HAY in GA in about 1827-1830. I suspect that all these families came from this area. They all moved to Alabama between 1840-1870. Any help appreciated.
Ottis Murphy
Birmingham, AL
March 1, 1999

I an serching for any information on the following people My Father James Phillip Widener born 3-12-1918 born to Andrew J. Widener and Cora Belle (Phillips) Widener in Manchester, GA. Any information would be helpful! Thank you!
Jean Widener
March 5, 1999

I'm looking for John T. DENT son of Mary M. CHUNN DENT. I understand that some materials called Record of Estates - Returns "B" 1839 list some information about him. Is there anyone who can look this up. I will be happy to pay for any photo copy there is. John Turner DENT was born abt 1790 in Charles Co. Md. He died about 1841 in Wilkes Co. Ga. I thought. Also, I am looking for any information on Margaret Amory DENT born abt 1826 in Wilkes Co. Ga. She married James Fay WALTON abt 18May1843 in Meriwether Co. Ga. Her parents were John Turner DENT and Margaret A. CHUNN. am willing to share what I have.Can any one please help me? Thank you
Pam Dent Webb
March 6, 1999

Any info on the MOON and SPRATLERS who married there in Merriweather..also the rev.Gilliun RAYMOND Family.
Jackie Bianchi

MITCHAMS/MITCHUMS/MEACHAMS.  I am researching my MITCHAM ancestors in Meriwether Co. The name also shows up on different census records as MITCHUM and MEACHAM. Earliest known anscestor was Elijah MITCHAM,b. abt 1790 d. after 1850 but before the 1860 census, wife Rebecca. I found him beginning with the 1830 census. Possible children are:George Washington,b abt. 1818, Willis (my ancestor), b. abt 1817/18, Thomas, b abt 1819, William C., b. 1820, James, b. abt 1821, Elijah, Jr., b .abt 1826. Matilda, b. 1835 and Joel b. abt 1837. The 1850 census shows Elijah Sr. and Rebecca with Elijah, Jr. Matilda and Joel as being the only children still at home. I am trying to find out if Willis is definitly Elijah and Rebecca's son. His daughter Laura Annette MITCHAM, b. 1860 married John Rufus COSBY. They are my g grandparents. Some records also list Rebecca as believed to be Indian--I am also trying to document this. The 1860 census shows that Rebecca was born in S. Carolina. Census records show that Elijah was born in Ga. Also trying to find who his parents were. Will be glad to share any info, both documented and theory.
[email protected]
March 7, 1999

I am looking for any information pertaining to my mother and grandparents family history. My grandfather's name was Clarence WIMBUSH, My grandmother's name was Opal MITCHELL. Before their deaths they lived in Gay, Georgia, right off what is called Griffin Highway today. My mother was born and raised there in Gay Georgia and graduated from Woodbury High School, her name was Christine Wimbush born 8/8/34.
[email protected]
March 12, 1999

I would like to correspond with any descendants of George W. Hill or Enoch Hill of Meriwether County, GA. I descend from Mary Ann Hill, daughter of George W. Hill. She married David L. Downs and moved to Tallapoosa County, Alabama.
Davie Williams
March 13, 1999

Looking for the parentage of James Monroe PARTRIDGE (b. 5 Mar 1836 in GA, d. 1 Mar 1905 in Pope Co., AR) who possibly was born in Meriwether Co. In Meriwether County, Odessedale, there lived a Jesse PARTRIDGE (b. 16 Sep 1809 in NC). His first(?) wife was Jane Lacy WHATLEY (b. 10 Jul 1811, d. 19 Nov 1865). They were married 1 Jan 1835 in Jones Co. On the 1850 census there is listed a son "James M." whose age is given as 15. Could "James M." be the James Monroe I am looking for?
"Just"
March 13, 1999

I am seeking info on the family of Wilbur Jeter b. 1867 Meriwether Co.,wife, Lilly Plant, their children and ancestors. Request all info available. Thank you.
Gus Hipp
March 17, 1999

MCLENDONS in Merriweather County around 1830. Any information will be appreciated. My gg grandmother's obit states she was born in Merriweather County. Thank you.
[email protected]
March 18, 1999

I am looking for information on my ggrandfather whose name was Stephen(s) Jefferson HOLLINGSWORTH. He married Sara Jane GORDY whose parents I believe to be Benjamin Gordy and Clarissa Lumpkin Gordy and might be from Coweta County. S.J. and Sara Gordy had 5 children. Four daughters and one son, the youngest, named Benjamin McCrary HOLLINGSWORTH, my grandfather. S. J. HOLLINGSWORTH died sometime after 1922. He and Sara Jane are buried in the Mt. Zion Baptist Cemetery in Meriwether Co., I was told by my grandmother. She also said that S.J. HOLLINGSWORTH had a brother, but I do not have a name.
Thanks.
Nancy C. Denney
170 Sweet Gum Drive
Athens, GA 30605
March 18, 1999

Looking for any information on Verna HAYNIE. She was from Meriwether County GA. By 1930 she had married James Henry Fryer Robinson and was living in Montezuma Georgia. She was my Grandmother. Thanks
Christopher Peters

I am researching the ADKERSON surname and am specifically looking for a Henry Adkerson who settled somewhere near the Flint River with sons Joseph, James, and William and daughters Elizabeth and Lula. I am trying to determine when (prior to 1900) he actually moved to Meriwether County from Sand Mountain, Alabama.
Glenn Kufchak

I am interested in any info on Benjamin Johnson who lived around the Jones Mill area. My grandmother Mary Elizabeth Johnson married Jesse Hiram Glazier Sr. who was the son of Joseph Hiram Glazier who lived around the Williamson/Rover area. Please email me.
Thanks
Wanda Jones
March 26, 1999

This is in request to looking for any descendants, family history of Naomia OLIVER. Her birth date as I have it is 2-18-1826, somewhere in Ga. She married a man by the name of Brice DOLLAR in Meriweather Co. Ga. 1-11-1849. I am researching the Dollar side of the family, but I have run into a dead end with obtaining any information about Naomia OLIVER. Any information would be helpful. Thanks very much.
Gary Bradford
523 Bradford Rd
Lineville Alabama 36266
March 27, 1999

Seeking info on descendants of George EUBANKS and Rebecca OWEN. He was b. Abt. 1806 in Meriwether Co. and their children (all born in Meriwether Co.) were: John B. EUBANKS, b. 1833, m. Maartha Margaret STEPHENS 1853; George W. EUBANKS, b. 1835, m. Ella HAMBY and Nancy KEILING; Saphronyt EUBANKS, b. 1837, m. ? BROWN; Gatsy Elizabeth EUBANKS, b. Abt. 1838, M. John G. MELTON; William EUBANKS, b. 1840; Mary Ann (Margaret) EUBANKS, b. 1843, m. Jim SMITH; James Cabon (Ishabod) EUBANKS, b. 1846 m. Mary Elizabeth VINNING 1870; Nancy Basheba EUBANKS, b. 1849; Frances Rebecca EUBANKS, b. 1851; Caroline (Carrie) EUBANKS, b. 1855, m. George M. BROWN and Saraha Ann EUBANKS who m. Francis M. SANDERS in 1845 in Meriwether Co. If you connect with any of these lines please email me.
Ann Salmon
March 28, 1999

Seeking info on descendants of James RICKLES and his wife Elizabeth. They appear in the 1860 Meriwether Co. census. Children were: James R. RICKLES b. 1833, m. Sarah JENKINS 1856; Mary E. RICKLES, b. 1837; John W. RICKLES b. 1838; Iverson RICKLES b. 1840; Thomas Lundie RICKLES b. Abt. 1850 m. Mary ROWE 1878 in Meriwether Co.; Caroline RICKLES, b. 1853 and Eliza RICKLES. Also seeking info on descendants of Thomas and Mary RICKLES. Children were: Nettie E. RICKLES b. 1883, d. 1884; James M. RICKLES, b. 1885, d. 1888; Emma Lee RICKLES b. 1887, m. Allen Franklin MOORE about 1908; Alma RICKLES b. 1892 m. Dawson ROBINSON; Betty (Bessy) RICKLES b. 1897 m. George DAVIS and Wilson RICKLES b. 1900. If you have info on any of these lines please email me.
Ann Salmon

Seeking info on ancesters/descendants of Joseph J. and Frances MOORE. He was b. 1826 and they appear in the 1880 and 1900 Meriwether Co. census. Their children were: Mary R. MOORE b. 1867; Jennie MOORE b. 1874 m. Henry PHILLIPS; James William MOORE b. about 1875 m. Mary Ellen ??; Nettie MOORE b. 1877; John H. MOORE b. 1880 m. Sallie ??; Minnie MOORE
b. 1884; Lula  MOORE b. 1885 and Gussie MOORE b. 1886. If you have info on any of these lines please email me.
Ann Salmon
March 28, 1999

I am interested in DUNNS and WALTONS in Meriwether Co. William DUNN was my great, great grandfather. He married Malinda WALTON, daughter of Thomas WALTON.I am really interested in finding out info on William. The "stork"  seems to drop him in Meriwether Co. He and Melinda leave Meriwether Co., and migrate to Talapoosa Co.,AL where William dies of disease during the civil war. Please email me if you have info you will share. Thanks,
Gloria
March 29, 1999

I am looking for anyone researching a Turner family that lived in Meriwether/Pike county area from the 1840's until the present time with many members migrating to other parts of Ga and on Westward. The first of the group in Meriwether Co. was EDWARD TURNER b 1778 SC died 1865 Pike Co. GA. Edward's children are: James C. b 1800 m Nancy unknown (mine); Elisha b 1803 m Lucinda Wesley; Absalom b 1806 m Mary Glass; Shadrick b 1808 m Elizabeth Brantley; Daniel Clark b 1820 m Rebecca Meador Harris; Edward C. b 1821 m Martha Lewis. James C. Turner's children are: Wade H. b 1825 m Mary Meadows Whatley; Alethia Ann b 1826 m William Harris; Jacob Riley b 1829 m Mary Annis Manley; Green F. b 1830 m Elizabeth Elzira Rhodes in MS; Larkin b 1834 m Patience Carter; John N. b 1836 m Nettie S. E. Ennis; James Marion b 1838 m Mary Etta Rhodes in MS; Joseph H. b 1844 m Nancy Coates; Clinton A. b 1845 m Eliza Bennett in MS. I would like to correspond with anyone working on this family group and I have many children of other sons of Edward Turner if someone is interested in sharing data.
Nancy Turner Grogan
April 2, 1999

I am searching in Meriwether County for the William Brown who was father to David S. Brown born appx 1815. I know there were at least two different William Brown's in Meriwether County, Ga. My David S. Brown married a Jemima Whitley in Meriwether County, Ga. I would love to hear from any WHITLEY's in Meriwether who may know who she was and where she is buried.
Lanette
April 2, 1999

Looking for Cemetery of Joseph MOORE dob 12/28/1787 died Jones Mill Area 08/23/1860.. His wife Martha Matilda married Issac THRASH in 1865 where is she buried? Childrens married names in the area CROUCH, T.J. COX, ROBERTS, TURNER, PLINEY PERDUE, COLUMBUS HOWARD Where is son George Moore buried? He was alive in Greenville in 1904. Thank you
Janet Strickland
April 3, 1999

HANCOCK, James A. married Levisie (Lavaticia) E. Bailey May 1884 in Meriwether Co., Georgia. They had 12 children including several who died as infants and young children. James and Levisie lived somewhere in the Luthersville to Greenville area as sharecroppers or tenant farmers. Cannot find any records since cyclone destroyed records at the courthouse in 1906. James and Levisie moved abt 1903 to Chambers Co., Ala and died there (he in 1905 and Levisie in 1937) buried at Pleasant Grove at Union Hill, Ala (Chambers Co., Ala) Searching for any records on James or his son John R. HANCOCK/HANCOX email
Pam
April 7, 1999

I am looking for any information that may be known about Thomas CROUCH of Gay, Ga. in Meriwether Co. He was born around 1811 and died 1884. He had several children, one being Morris Toles CROUCH. He had several children that were killed in the Civil War. One was in the 8th Georgia Regiment Company "D" (William C. Crouch) and one in the 2th Company "E)" (Robert A. Crouch). I am much appreciative of any information.
Mark E. Bridges
April 11, 1999

I am interested in the HOPSON, WOOTEN, PHILLIPS families who were early settlers in Meriwether County. Hopson were also located in Troup and Coweta County. Specific persons were Louisa Blueford Hopson who married Haden Phillips, her father Hardy Hopson, Warren Hopson, Sabra Hopson.
Nancy Wedemeyer
April 12, 1999

I am searching for my g-ggrandfather, ROBERT PATTERSON. He married a JANE FARMER, and they were in Coweta Co in the 1840's, but not there in 1850 or 1860 census. I have just found a Robert Patterson in Meriwether Co in the 1850 & 1860 census. His oldest son HENRY THOMAS PATTERSON, is my g-grandfather and was living in Coweta Co in 1860 census with a HENRY FARMER (65 YRS OLD).  My mom is 84 yrs old and wants to know about her family. Robert supposedly came from Oglethorpe Co. to Coweta. If they are listed, the second son was Charles Robert Patterson b-9/3/1844, and Elmira, Antoinnette and Mattie Patterson, all born in the 1840's. Any help in breaking my brickwall will be appreciated.
Jim King
April 13, 1999

Looking for info on Dr. James Spratling Phillips of Meriwether. And Ruben Phillips found on 1834 census. Any help would be much appreciated. Also looking for Abner Walten Phillips married Sallie Ann (Sarah) said to be first cousins. These two are buried in Rusk Co. Tx. Thanks.
Ronda Scutz,
ggranddaughter of A. W. and Sallie Phillips
April 16, 1999

I am doing research on the family of Henry R. ROBERTS d.b. possibly 9/Mar/1818 he married Margaret SMITH(1821-1889) in 1844 perhaps in Meriwether County. He supposedly died 27/Nov/1889 in Henry Co. Ala. They had the following  children James N. 1845-1930, Nancy Ann 1846-1892, Thomas Jasper 1849-1887, W.  H. 1851-1892, Green Berry 1854-1864, Perry Webb 1856-1923, Emma 1862-1889. If  there is anyone doing research on this family please contact me. James N. had  a son named W. M. who had a daughter named Gussie that married Emmett Curtis  SOLOMON. They had three children Walton Thomas 1915-1988, William C.  1919-1978 and Lorene 1923. Thank you.
Jacob  L. Bateman III
3870 Strathmore Drive
Montgomery, AL 36116-4614
April 20, 1999

Looking for information on Wilkins Stone descendents and ancestors- Have some information---will be glad to share.. Wilkins is my GG Grandfather.
Grady Wade
April 20, 1999

My great grandfather Rev. Isaac G. PARKS was a Methodist Circuit riding preacher in the 1880s. In 1880-81 he was in the Meriwether(La Grange) circuit. Although he travelled by horse I can find few footprints. If you know of any please let me know. Where he preached, where he lived,
sermons, etc. Thanks.
Gordon L. Parks
April 21, 1000

Looking for ISAAC D. BRASWELL who was listed in the 1830 census in Walton County, Georgia, then in 1840 & 1850 in Meriwether County. He evidently died sometime before 1860 since only his wife CATHERINE BRAZWELL and children are listed in 1860. Also his brother, JONATHAN BRASWELL is listed in the 1880 Meriwether County census. Would appreciate any information available.
Carl Braswell
April 23, 1999

BLOUNT: Does anyone remember the family of Freeman W. BLOUNT? I know where Freeman is buried. I am looking for the grave of his son, Eli H. BLOUNT, who was my great grandfather. Eli was married to the former Mary Jane SMITH. He applied for a Civil War pension in Meriwether County in 1893. The last year of payment for the pension was 1897, so I assume he died in 1897 or 1898. Is there anyone familiar with his wife's family who would know where she is buried? I assume neither grave has a marker so I would like to rectify that. I need help in finding this cemetery. Thanks in advance for any leads!
Betty G. Schimpf
1608 Chandler Drive
Lima, Ohio 45805
April 25, 1999

Looking for info on and family of Marshall Cloud. Last known living in Manchester, Meriwether Co, GA in 1952. Marshall is a brother of my GGmother Mattie Cloud Stanley. I have only his name listed as brother of in her obit. Parents were Louella Harris and Mansico Cloud. Would love any info.
Stefanie Gilbert
April 25, 1999

Hi I am looking for WILLIAM A. WALKER b. march 30,1882 in henry co. ala.  d.about 1980 in manchester. married to MARY IONE CORNWELL about 1929 - 1960. Mary was b.march 2,1901 and d. about 1980. they lived in manchester. Mary's parents were WALTER (N) CORNWELL and BERTIE LEONA TRAYNHAM any information is needed thanks
lynn
April 25, 1999

I am seeking any information about my GGG-Grandfather Asa GOODWIN. According to 1830 Meriwether Census (Roll 19, Page 169) he resided there. I have no access to the Census data. Seeking his date and place of birth (allegedly Henry County), parentage, children, and any other data available. Asa died in 1915 as "the oldest man in Alabama" at 107 years of age according to news reports. Asa was Married to Emily ? and his parents could have been another Asa and "Margritt"?
Otis V. Goodwin
April 26, 1999

WILLIAM NATHANIEL BOOTH married HERMINA BRANING or BRANHAM or BRANNIN in Meriwether Co. in 1834. They soon moved to Alabama, where all their children were born. They then moved to Mississippi in 1860. They were in Jasper Co. MS for several yrs, then there is no trace of them. It is belived that Wm. Nathaniel was born in GA, but we don't know where. Does anyone know anything about W. NATHANIEL BOOTH or wife HERMINA?  Thanks.
Kay Armstrong Lee
April 30, 1999

I would like to connect with anyone who is researching the Meriwether county family of Captain William SMITH  and his wife Celia, or any other Meriwether county SMITH   family also having a connection to Tallapoosa county.  Thank you.
Martin Smith
May 3, 1999

Looking for information on Thomas English born 1815 in Soutn Carolina who married Frances J. Collins in Meriwether County, Georgia, They married their  and had A son William J. English, Please anyone with information on The ENGLISH AND COLLINS families please write. Thank you
Dorothy
May 3, 1999

I am looking for information on Mary Elizabeth Willis Robertson known to be in Meriwether Co., Ga. in September 1803. Her first husband was Dr. J. W. Bullock. She was born about 1843 in Talbot Co., Ga. the daughter of Dempsey Andrew Jackson Willis and Priscilla McGee Willis. Will exchange information.
John R. Adams
May 5, 1999

Seeking gravesite of CHARLES JONES TERRELL, supposedly died 1850 in Coweta County, but he does not appear in that county's cemeteries or mortality schedule. There were a number of TERRELLs in Meriwether County (some prominent ones buried at Greenville Cemetery, incl. one-time Governor of the State of Georgia, Joseph Terrell). I can't help but wonder if perhaps Charles Jones Terrell could have been buried in Meriwether rather than Coweta? Thanks. . .
Anne Barrett Chamlee
Milledgeville, GA
912/452-7877
May 5, 1999

I'm hoping to connect with ECTORs, ADAMs, DUNCANs, WALTONs and SISSONs from Meriwether County. Hugh ECTOR married Eleanor WALTON in 1776 in NC, but they migrated to GA ten years later. I believe they came with family members WALTONs and ECTORs.  Hugh Walton ECTOR married Dorothy DUNCAN (daughter of Matthew DUNCAN and Sarah NAPIER) in Georgia in 1819. Other DUNCANs in the area (her family - brothers?) were Thomas, Joseph and Walker Duncan. Benton Baxter ECTOR married Martha Jane ADAMS (daughter of Levi M. ADAMS and Alethia ____) in 1856, Meriwether Co. Levi M. ECTOR married Rendi Lula SISSON Hendricks in 1891 in Meriwether Co. They eventually migrated to Texas. Any connections out there? Thanks.
Jan Melton
May 9, 1999

I am researching the family of Capel in Merweather.Thomas Capel born in  1842.His brothers was William,Gustus,Britton and his sisters was   Elizabeth,Betset,Lucinda.Thomas was in the Civil War in Merweather.After the   war he married Roxie Ann Morgan and they move to Crenshaw Alabama.
[email protected]
May 12, 1999

PONDER, HEAD
Looking for information on the following people:
George Washington Head, b. 5/15/1812, d. 1/9/1900
Lavinia Clay Ponder, b. 4/16/1816, d. 5/4/1912
John Lewis Ponder, b. 1788, d. 1845
Marium Clay Hatcher, b. 1793, d. 1864
William Head, Jr. b. 1771
Henrietta Ray, no dates
William Head, Sr., b. 1609, d. 1665
George Washington Head and Lavinia Clay Ponder Head lived in Meriwether  County.
[email protected]
May 15, 1999

I am looking for ANY information regarding the following names from Merriwether County:
Gordy
Thomas Jefferson Gordy m. Mary Joyce Langford
children:
Clara Armitie Gordy
Maggie Bell Gordy
Sallie Fannie "Frank" Gordy
Thomas Jefferson Gordy
Mary Jane Gordy
Kittie Luella (Lula) Gordy
Lillie Maud Gordy
Ben Hill Gordy
Hattie LaVonia
Smith
Romany Lee Fayton Smith b. 1893? married Sally "Frank" Gordy in 1916
possible siblings are:
Effie Smith
Viru Smith Fender
Henry Smith
Ruth Smith
Thank you,
Mimi Weems Stewart
May 17, 1999

Researching KEY, EMBRY, MORRIS, LUCKY. I'm looking for info on Hezekiah  KEY, born 1820 in Meriweather Co. Hezekiah's father was George KEY and  mother was Delilah EMBRY. Hezekiah's first wife was Henerietta Elizabeth  MORRIS. This branch of the KEY family also lived in Jackson and Franklin Co.  Any information would be appreciated.
Jim Key
May 23, 1999

I am searching for any info on Claulia Pauline Fuller, B-1-10-1886  D-7-10-1929, she married Homer B. Tarvin and lived in Harris Co. Ga., She is  buried in Ellerslie Church Cem., She was my mother's mother, but I have no  other info on her family or where they were from, maybe Meriwether Co., or  one of the other counties around Harris Co.. Anyone with any info on this
Fuller family please contact me.
[email protected]
May 25, 1999

The following FAMILY OF STONE'S in Meriwethwer co. ga. WILLIAM HENRY B. 1848 MARRIED MARTHA JOHNSON IN 1862 THEIR CHILDREN
Franklin Howard b. 1870 married Mary Lou Freel
William Thomas b.1874 married Beaula _____-
Joe allen b.1976 married Lydia Stedman in 1904
Sara Jewel (Sallie) b 1877---never married
Gillie Ethel b. 1879 married Walter Lane
Jesse Edward b.1880
Isacc P. b. 1882
Oscar Woodberry b 1883 married Annie Myrl Key
Alonza b 1886
Would like to hear from all who are researching this family
Grady Wade
May 28, 1999

Annie Myrl KEY B. Oct 12, 1891 D. jun 29, 1970. Married Oscar Woodberry STONE on OCT 21 1906. Tthey had 6 children. Would like to communicate with those researching this family
Grady Wade
May 28, 1999

I am searching for CAVER relatives in Lincoln County and Merriwether from at least 1840 through the late 1800's. I am trying to to find any information on the history and marriages/births of the following:
Jacob Caver + Sarah (Kaigler) Caver
Vandy Vastine Caver + Frances Caver
Warren Franklin Caver
James Louis/Lewis Caver
Thank You!
Joy (Caver) Rice
May 28, 1999

Looking for the burial place of my ggggm Sarah WILLIAMS (Perry) and her husband William PERRY. I have no dates for her at all. She was the first wife of William Perry b. abt 1780, d. 14 Dec 1837 in Merriwether Co. GA. Believe his second wife was named Ann, don't know where they are buried either. I know very little about them, and do not know where they lived in Merriwether Co. at the time of her death. Does anyone recognize her or know about her family? (or his?). I descend through their son John Gustavus PERRY. My ggm Sarah Williams PERRY, married to Roburtus M. Copeland was named after her. They are buried in TX. Any help/tips would be appreciated. What cemeteries are there in this county that are old enough to be likely candidates?
Linda Stringer
May 28, 1999

Would like information on William Caple, m. Margarett Bridges in Meriwether Co. in 1837. Margarett b. in SC. Dau. of Benjamin Bridges and Rebecca Stubbs Bridges of Marion Co., SC. Will share information.
Mildred Venitucci
June 6, 1999

I have not seen any history of 2 families settled in Greenville in the late 1820s - that of Hinson Jackson/Olivia Faulkner and Henry Keller & Ann Stokes. I am descended from those families and have some information on them. Hinson Jackson had alot to do with the building of the courthouse in Greenville. Let me know if interested.
Paul Nowlen (S.C.)
June 7, 1999

Benjamin and Rebecca Bridges, b. SC, d. Meriwether Co, GA. Would like information on this line -- they were my ggg grandparents. Need parents of Benjamin.
Mildred Venitucci
June 2, 1999

1850 census of Merriweather Co GA, head of household, Malissa Smith 40-41 yrs old born in SC. Children are listed as Mary 20 SC, James L 17 GA, William M 16 GA, Emily C 13 GA, Richard W 12 GA, MALISSA 10 GA, Joseph 9 GA, Daniel 7 GA, Burk(?)s 6 GA, Matilda M 4 GA, and John W. 2 GA. I think Malissa, 10 years old, GA, might be my great grandmother, Malissa Smith Darden. Any info would be  appreciated!
Horine, Leta
June 3, 1999

To anyone working on the Park/e/s family of Meriwether Co., Franklin Co., Elbert Co., Cobb Co., and Jackson Co., GA. I have information on this family. Would be glad to cooperate with someone with information. The family line that I am working on is James Park/e/s born 1794 in N. C. He is related to William Park/e/s of Jackson Co., GA. I believe that William may be his father. If William is not his father, then Samuel Park/e/s probably is? Expecting reply soon, hopefully.
Dennis Parks
June 9, 1999

I am looking for information on John (W?) STEPHENS/STEVENS of Coweta County, Georgia, b. c1833, who served in the 1st Regiment, Co. B, Ga. Volunteer Cavalry, out of Meriwether & Coweta Counties; was son of Elisha STEPHENS (b. c1810, d. c1850's-60's, m. 12/30/1830 in Madison County, and Lucy Nevils SMITH, (b. c1805, d. 1881), of Coweta County. John married Sarah F. (surname?) and appears in several Coweta County census' but I find no marriage record there, nor in several surrounding counties; I also have found no death data for him or Sarah. John &
Sarah appear to be the unproven link in my line, as parents to John William STEVENS, who married Mary Frances "Mollie" FOSTER, then Lula Jane FOSTER (spinster niece to Mollie), at Mollie's deathbed request.
Sharon Stevens Ledbetter
June 10, 1999

MAYFIELD
I am looking for information on the paternal side of my family. I have very little info on this side of my family. I understand that my grandfather William Howard Mayfield was born in Warm Springs in July 1900. If you can provide me any other information, names of other members of this family I would greatly appreciate it. Thanks,
H.E. Mayfield, Jr.
June 17, 1999

Looking for information on the parent, siblings of Sarah Ann Rosser born 12-8-1823 married Haden Phillips on 11-141844 in Meriwether GA. Haden's first wife was Louisa Blueford Hopson. They moved to Rusk Co., TX abt 1855 as they show up on the 1860 census but not the 1850 Rusk Co., TX census. All I have is the info given.
Ronda
June 17, 1999

Anyone done any investigation into BOB REID's origins? I find him living in Meriwether County, Ga. in 1880, and with his Great Grand son in 1920, at the age of 101. I assume that he is a former slave. Any one have an idea how to proceed? I also found interesting info regarding his son Lum. Supposedly, he ran a large farm for a land owner approx 1927. The place was known as the Reid Place. Has anyone heard of it? Know where it is located?
Randy Godfrey
June 17, 1999

Looking for anyone who might have knowledge of Samuel Coleman born 1752 in NC, died in Meriwether Co in 1837. He was survived by 2nd wife Sally Evans Coleman and the following children: Cassandra, Samuel Jr., Humphrey, Hibernia E., and Eaton. Possibly a daughter named Adeline also. Samuel arrived in Meriwether after drawing in the 1827 Lottery. Before that he lived for seven years in Walton Co., GA. He came from Greene Co., GA where he and his first wife Martha Dyer owned land. She must have died by 1805 when he married Sally 7-4-1805. He passed through Morgan Co, and settled in Walton. He was a veteran of the Revolutionary War. Cassandra married John Benton, Hibernia married William H. P. Adams, eaton married Susan Ogden and the possible Adeline married a Daniel Jenkins. No info on Samuel or Humphrey. I hope that some on may have further information. Thanks,
Patrick A. Coleman
June 19, 1999

I have an indication that James Mize may have been born in Meriwether county about 1830. He later married a Jane A. Robinson born 1835 and they migrated to Howell Co. Missouri. James dissapeared in Civil War. Thank you,
Mel
June 25, 1999

Parents of Louisa/Louwiza BOWLES b. about 1832. Spouse Samuel BOWLES Parents of Nelson BOWLES b. about 1801. Spouse Elizabeth STROZIER. Parents of Olive Mae THRASH b. about 1885. Spouse 1. Sandy PEEBLES 2. Nathan BROWN. Thank you,
Imani Bowles
June 25, 1999

Would like to communicate with any one who might be a decendant of Ezekie Moton Strickland b. 3/4/1774 d. 3/19/1850 and interred in the :Strickland Town Cemetery" located on Strickland Town Road, Meriweather County, Ga. And decendants of George L. Earnest who is also interred Strickland Town Cemetery. For details contact
J.V. Strickland
770-229-1761
July 1, 1999

COLE- I am looking for any information regarding Martha, Mary and/or Rufus COLE. Martha is listed as HH in the 1870 census with John, Mary age 20 and other children. Additional children are in the 1880 census. By 1900 Mary is listed as HH with Rufus, James and other children. Her marital status was listed as single and nothing was written in for years married, but she listed as giving birth to six living children. Rufus married Bertha Bell BRYAN in Meriwether County and moved south to Worth County (Doerun). Rufus and Bertha (Birdie Bell) had eight children with the eldest (Estelle COLE). Estelle passed away last   year at the age of 94. She would never discuss her grandparents, making us believe that there must be some family scandal. Martha and Mary owned property and stayed pretty much in one spot for at least twenty years. Why would she have never married but had six children? I can't find anything on Martha, Mary, John and James other than the census records. I haven't found any marriage records, or burial places. Does anyone have any clues?
Carole Johnson
July 3, 1999

I am looking for information about a Silas Eugene Feltman, born 1860 in Meriwether County, Georgia; supposedly the son of Georgie McDuffie Feltman and Lula Patilla; My g.g.grand father was also Silas Eugene and he was born in 1881 in Douglas County, Georgia; I think the former Silas E. is his father. I can be reached at [email protected]. thanks much.
July 3, 1999

Looking for info on ROBERT OTIS MURPHY, b.1877, d. abt 1965/66, born in Gainsville, Ga, moved to Meriwether Co. married LOREENA ELIZABETH BROWN, born  in Odesadell, Ga. children Eunice, John Henry, Rosa Belle, Luther. Any info on either one will be very much appreciated. They moved to Russell Co., Al. Please e-mail:
[email protected]
July 8, 1999

Cicero Fleming McDonald Born Oct. 27, 1841 Meriwether County GA. Died 1915 in Cedartown GA. listed in Civil War veterans of Georgia. My Great grandfather. Do not know the name of his father or mother other than his father was a Methodist preacher and mother was possibly Cherokee.
Any information or suggestions on further search would be greatly appreciated.
Wendell
July 18, 1999

Looking for information on Tresa SIMPLER who married William LORD in 1836 in Meriwether County. She possibly was born in Warren County. Any info would be appreciated.
Alicia Hicks
July 19, 1999

I am looking for lineage regarding EDWY LILES VARDAMAN, born 2--1804, died 7-1879 in Clay County, Ala. He married -1-6-1825 Putnam Co., Ga., buried Smyrna Cemetery in Coosa Cty., Ala., with tombstones. Wife Lucinda K. MAUK born 3-23-1806 in Wilkes Co., Ga., died 4-17-1862 in Tallapoosa Cty., Ala. EDWY VARDAMAN's daughter, MiElda Vardaman born 9-26-1826, married ISRAEL THOMAS or THOMPSON KILPATRICK, in Meriwether County, Ga. in the early 1840s. I am searching for Mr. Vardaan'schildren, or children's chidlren. MiEnda, MiElda's twin sister died in infancy; Minerva Vardaman died in childhood, age 13; Cynthia married a Kenney M. Hannon; Frances C. married George V. House; Mary Bruce married E. M. Adair; Nancy Znn died in childhood; John Forsythe bornin 1835, was a sergeant in CSA Tenth Alabama Regiment; Zilphia (Tomme-Holloway) married twice; William Sanford died in Civil War in 1862; James Mathais also died in Civil War 10 days before the end; Adeline Elizabeth never married; Annie Lovedia married B. F. Luker. After MiElda's mother died, EDWY VARDAMAN married Martha A. Conway, no children with this reunion. Israel Thompson KILPATRICK was my gggrandfather and Mielda, my ggggrandmother. If anyone knowing any of the aforementioned persons, please e-mail me. I plan to visit Meriwether County, Georgia in latter part of August, 1999. If any of my cousins are still in the area, please post your name and address at the county courthouse so that I may be in touch with you. Love to all
Wanda Lou Kilpatrick Slack
Longmont, Colorado
July 20, 1999

Seeking information on the family of James MOULTRIE and Lucy Victoria WEBB MOULTRIE, residents of Meriwether Cty in 1900. James was 61 at time, born in 1836 in Ga. Wife Lucy was 51, born July 1848. They had been married 25 years. Couple had five children: Jefferson F. MOULTRIE, born July 1878, age 21; Claraline A. MOULTRIE, born May 1881, 19 years old; Jane or Janis G. MOULTRIE, born March 1884, 16 years old, single; Clyde C. MOULTRIE, born November 1885, 14 years old. Lucy V. Moultrie is daughter of direct ancestor Walton Polk WEBB. Walton and wife Susannah DEADWYLER WEBB lived with the Moultries in 1880 in Harris County, GA. I suspect Walton and wife remained with Moultries til their deaths. Any
help on this matter would be appreciated.
Craig Webb
July 20, 1999

Seeking information on the marriage of Clyde J. Jackson (b. 10-24-1864, d. 12-24-1929) and Quinton Pursell. They had 1 daughter, then they divorced. Ms. Pursell was from Chipley, Ga (now Pine Mountain,Ga.). Clyde was from Greenville, Ga., son of James Washington JACKSON & Jane (Jennie) CLOUD Jackson. Thanks,
Paul Nowlen
PO Box 11, Jenkinsville, S.C. 29065
July 21, 1999

I am looking for any info on the ORRICK family. I have found William Orrick, wife Louisa and children, Bedford and Gracey, in the Tallapoosa Co., AL 1870 census which told me that William's father was born in Georgia. I have found Henry in the Meriwether Co. census of 1840, but do not know how to tell if  this would be my ggg grandfather. Any help would be appreciated. Thanks,
Phyllis Orrick Zimmerman
July 22, 1999

Any information on the COOK family that lived in the area of Rocky Mount, near Luthersville. In particular any information on JAMES MADISON COOK who served the Confederate Army and supposedly died in Virginia.
Bobby Boswell

Looking for information on Dr. Charles C. Tinsley, who is listed in the 1840 Meriwether census. He was in Clayton, Barbour County, AL. for the 1850 census. Unfortunately he died in 1852. His wife's name was Albena A. I do not know the surname. Thanks,
Betty Jo
July 27, 1999

I am a descendant of James CALLAWAY b.Abt 1819 d.Bef 1880 m.Abt 1843 to Susannah (Susan A.) b. 3 Jul 1823 in Ga d. 25 Oct 1906 in Meriwether, GA. James CALLAWAY is in the 1850 Meriwether Co. Census. I believe his mother may have been Mary CALLAWAY ( 1840 & 1830 Meriwether Census), but no proof yet. Any help appreciated!
Deb
Powder Springs, GA
July 29, 1999

Benjamin Bridges, b. SC 1750, m. Rebecca Stubbs of SC; moved to Meriwether Co. during land lotteries. Benjamin died ca. 1834; Rebecca ca. 1860. Dau. Margarett BRIDGES m. William CAPLE Sept. 07, 1837; dau. Elizabeth BRIDGES m. ROPER all in Meriwether Co. Would like info on the CAPLE, ROPER lines if anyone has information.
Mildred Venitucci
July 31, 1999

Looking for information on the WRIGHT family who settled around the Greenville Area of Meriwether Co. in about 1828 until about 1854. The names are: WRIGHT: Abraham/Abram, Anna (BURTS), Dr. Jacob Bowman, Edy/Eady or Eadith/Edith, George Washington and Eliza Jane (GRESHAM)  I would also like to know who the parents of Eliza Jane GRESHAM WRIGHT were. She was born 1824 in Georgia and died 1863 in Meriwether Co.,GA.
Mary Jane Pattillo
Aug. 1, 1999

Looking for information on Lydia YOUNG who is found on the 1850 Meriwether Co GA Census: Lydia YOUNG age 30 GA, Jane Morrison (surname or middle name??) 13 GA, Malissa 5 GA, Henry J. 1 GA. Can't find her in 1860, 1870, or 1880. She married a KILGORE or KILGO by 1900 and was living in Cullman Co AL. Lydia's maiden name may have been HOWARD. Lydia H. KILGORE/KILGO born Oct 1820, d: 1 July 1917 Cullman Co AL, buried at Holly Pond Cemetery. Also looking for information on Thomas YOUNG found on the 1840 Meriwether Co Census. Was he Lydia's husband??
Nicole Pinson
Aug. 2, 1999

Looking for ESTES and WOOD families in Meriwether Co. in 1850s-1900s.
Mary
Aug. 11, 1999

Looking for information on a Grace Eaves b. Nov 10, 1780 in Rutherford Co., NC who was the daughter of Burrell Eaves and Izza Malone also from Rutherford Co., NC. Grace married a John Malone b. Sept. 14, 1778 in 1800 in Rutherford  Co. NC. They are later found in Meriwether Co., GA on the 1850 census.   However he is the only one listed on the 1860 census of Meriwether Co., GA.   Can anyone help me? Is there an obituary in old newspapers from Meriwether County on either of them? Grace also had two brothers, Lewis T. Eaves and Ledford B. Eaves and two sisters, one name Patsy who married James Wallace and one name Nancy who married Leroy Duck. Any help would be greatly appreciated.
Elaine Eaves Cox
Aug. 14, 1999

Jefferson Davis Gresham was born July 11, 1833 the son of George W. Gresham and Sarah Frances Snelson Gresham. He married Lula A. Slaton about 1888. They were the parents of Mary Lou Gresham who was born in Meriwether Co., Ga. October 24, 1889. George W. & Sarah Frances Snelson Gresham are buried in Ebernezer Primitive Baptist Church Cemetery, Meriwether Co., Ga. Looking for parents of Lula A. Slaton & marriage date of Jefferson Davis Gresham & Lula A. Slaton.
John R. Adams
Aug. 9, 1999

I am searching for information on the the Foy's in Meriwether Co. during the 1850's. Lewis Foy and wife Bathsheba were on the 1850 census along with  their son James M. Foy and his wife S.A. ? and their children. Don't know what happened to them after that. Any information would be appreciated. Thanks,
Patsy Peery Taylor
Aug. 19, 1999

I have considerable family history of the Keller-Jackson families in the county. Hinson Jackson and William Henry Keller families.I am g-grandson of WH Keller. The Keller Jackson plantation was located on Gay hiway about 2 miles east of Greenville. Please let me know if I can help.
Paul Nowlen
Aug. 24, 1999

Im searching for any infos abt Martha McCoy and her children.
1880 Meriwether County, GA Census:
McCoy, Henry 25 farmer
Catherine 18 keeping a house
Martha 55 keeping a house
William 18 son work in farm
Stephen 11 son work in farm
McGouirk, George 24 son in law work in farm
Louisa"Lizzie" 16 keeping a house
Ok
I am searching for more infos abt Martha McCoy and her children. Martha's husband's name is unknown. Her children: Henry, William, Louisa, Stephen. Im great-granddaugther of Henry and Catherine McCoy. Any information or suggestions are truly appericated
Suzy McCoy
Aug. 26, 1999

Im searching for any information abt my grandfather, Willie Henry McCoy's sister, SARA McCOY TEAL who was called, " Beanie". She was born in GA in 1875 and in 1942, on her mother's (Katie Wright McCoy Waddell) death certificate, Sara was the informant and her known address was  Columbus,GA. Abt Sara s background, her parents: HENRY MCCOY and CATHERINE "KATIE " WRIGHT MCCOY. Her siblings: JESSE MCCOY 1871(?)- ? m. MOLLIE PHILLIPS
WILLIE HENRY MCCOY 1888-1966 b. Bullochville,GA m CORA LEE PHILLIPS
GEORGE M. MCCOY 1883- 1949 m. CATHERINE "KATIE" FLOURNOY on May 6,1906
SARA was married to JAMES R TEAL who was born in 1869. Thier children:
CLARENCE TEAL b. 1894
EUGENE TEAL b. 1898
LOIS TEAL b. 1902
Any information or suggestion is truly appericated.
Suzy McCoy
Aug. 26, 1999

I am looking for any information on THOMAS BRITTAIN.He reportly died and is buried in Meriwether county Georgia. Thank you.
Jerry L. Sayers
Aug. 27, 1999

Looking for Marriage date of John C. Burch and Mary Burris. I saw a listing on the Internet entitled "Family Tree maker Genealogy.com CD 'Meriwether Co GA marriages from 1828 to 1844, Page 2' " but (of course!) the link wouldn't let me see the actual date unless I purchased the cd. I've been searching for information on John C. and Mary Burch. Any help would be appreciated!
Kathy
Aug. 28, 1999

We have been  told that my husband's great Grandmother was buried in Meriwether County with her son by her side. We are looking for these burial sites. The two people are Mary Emma Cosby Coker, she died on July 8, 1930 at the age of 70, and William Cosby. Would appreciate any help you may be able to give.
Judy Cosby
Aug. 28, 1999

My grandfather was born in Warm Springs, Ga. Trying to locate other WALDENS. My surnames connected to Walden are HEIRS, THOMPSON.
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Aug. 28, 1999

Surnames ARGROVES, MILLER, ROGERS, FULLER, ESTES. I am searching for the parents of Allen ARGROVES, Mary MILLER ca 1820, Sutley ROGERS, J. D. FULLER and Caroline ESTES of Meriwether County.
Roy Adams
Sept. 7, 1999

I am interested in information regarding a plane crash near Woodbury many  years ago. I was recently told that a passengar plane crashed outside  Woodbury in a pasture on Jones Mill Road "a long time ago". I'm from  Meriwether Co. and I don't ever remember hearing this. I was told it was a
big passenger plane and people were killed but the person telling me couldn't   remember anything else. Does anyone know or remember if this really happened?
Susan
Sept. 12, 1999

Looking for any information on a Mary DARK who married Allen J. JONES sometime between 1828 and 1844 in Meriwether County. I would also like any information on siblings and parents if possible. Mary was born January 15, 1812 and died July 4, 1874. Some of their children were R.W., John O., James O., Mariah, Alice, and another daughter-name unknown. I appreciate any information.
Lonice Barrett
Sept. 12, 1999

I would like any information that is available on the Andrews family of Gay, GA (Meriwether Co.). Thanks in advance.
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Sept. 19, 1999

Looking for information on my African-American family who lived in meriwether co. in 1870. On the 1870 census i found JUDGE DEAN age 59 b.1810-11,JOSEPH[JOE]DEAN 1842-1848 Harris co and meriwether co ,also TIMPIE OR TEMPLE DEAN a GGGGGrandMother and JOE'S wife . IN 1900'S meriwether co . ALICE ROSSER and her family b.1894-d.1939 GGGGRANDMOTHER and wife of JOE DEAN b.1899-d.1950. Other family members in meriwether are but not sure LEANA DEAN die 5-11-1940 her family LEE HORTON father-mother-MISSOURI HODGES .and MATTIE MAE DEAN die 8-9-1924 father WILLIE H.CALDWELL mother MARIE PARKS. Also PETER DEAN,RUSSELL DEAN . Any help will be appreciated some of the family are buried in OLLIE BRANCH . THANK YOU !
Linda Dean-Shaw
Sept. 24, 1999

Seeking info on Martha Ann Boyd (b. 11/26/1830 in Meriwether County) who married John Marcus McRae on 12/26/1847 in Meriwether with Robert McRae (McCrary), J.P. presiding. They later moved to Alabama.
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Sept. 26, 1999

I am seeking information regarding Leander Jones Milam, born 1825 Laurens, S. C. married Mary Jane Workman in S.C. and moved to Jones Mill area around 1850's. Leander's widowed, childless aunt asked him to come down and help her with  the farm, grist mill, store & post office....when she died, she left it to him. Leander is my great, great grandfather...I found the house (at Jones Mill Rd) and the grist mill and the cemetery where Leander & Mary Jane are buried.... My question.....how do I find out who succeeded Leander after his death for ownership of the property? Are there records in Greenville, Ga. showing the deed of ownerships? Any help of knowledge will be greatly appreciated.
Barbara Milam Thurmond
Sept. 27, 1999

Looking for parents of Temperance Narcisuss MYRICK m. George Willis FOWLER in Meriwether Co in 1858. Thanks.
Rita Ashley Fishman
Sept. 28, 1999

I am trying to locate the ancestors of Rufus Jefferson Cole who was born in March 1881 (death certificate states Terrell County, Ga, but I believe Meriwether) and died Sept. 1937 in Worth County, GA. Rufus was listed in the 1900 Meriwether Census with Mary Cole with
brother Jim and sister Livonia. Mary was listed in the 1880 Meriwether census in the household of
Martha Cole and in the same household in 1870. It appears that Mary never married since she was listed in 1870 in  the hh of Martha and contined having children. The family was listed on the census records as owning land; however, on a quick trip to Meriwether I could find no records in the names listed. This line is my husband's. His grandmother, Estelle Cole Johnson was the daughter of Rufus Jefferson Cole. She was the informant on his death certificate and either didn't know or outright gave incorrect information even though she was only in her 20s when Rufus died. She would never give anyone any information regarding her father's family. It is supposed that Rufus married Bertha (Birdie) Bell Bryan in Meriwether County although I could find no record. Estelle once said at a family reunion that she was born in Meriwether (date August 25, 1905.) I would greatly appreciate any information you could point me towards. Thanks!
Carole
Sept. 30, 1999

I searching for any info on David T Godfrey who was in Meriwether cesus 1860. He was married to Martha maiden name unknown. They had one child named William Wesley that was b Feb 22, 1852. David died as a prisoner in the Civil War of smallpox on Oct 21 1863. William Wesley died in West Point Troup Co Ga Feb 6 1939. He was married to Celastia Caudle and they had six children : Henry P, Orren, Dora William David (my grandfather) Tom W and Della Mary Lou. They lived in the Grey Hill community for many years.
Dottie Godfrey Hamm
Oct. 2, 1999

Need to verify date and place of marriage of my grandparents: LEE, Arthur Franklin & JONES, Annie Lee aka CHEVALIER, Ella. Date: 6/20/1905 - possibly in Meriwether Co., GA.Thanks
Deanna Lee Kuckenmeister
Oct. 5, 1999

I am looking for someone with information on Robert J. JUSTICE, twin brother of Nathaniel Raines Justice. They were born 12-18-1810 and died three months apart during a flu epidemic in 1892. Nathaniel is buried is buried at the Allen-Lee Memorial Methodist Church cemetary in Lone Oak, GA but I cannot find where Robert J., his wife Ellizabeth Raines, their daughter Mary Ann, and their daughter-in-law Mary A.R. JUSTICE. Also want to know the whereabouts of his sons, Robert S. and John H.R., i.e., where they are buried. Robert is my gggrandfather. Any help would be appreciated.
Vivienne
Oct. 9, 1999

Isaac ROBERTS was in Greene Co. Ga. at least 30 years before moving to Meriwether Co. In 1850 he still had two of his children at home. By process of elimination with the one other family there at the time... He had several children married before 1850 in Meri. Three of them married Cannon siblings. (The Cannon family migrated from Greene also.) Isaac Roberts was found in 1860 in Russell Co. Al. with a family who were neighbors in both other counties. No other relationship known. Who were they? Who were his Parents? Is there proof of his children?
Gerry Hill
Oct. 10, 1999

Looking for information on Capt. J. M.Crim who was employed as Deputy Sheriff of Meriwether County at the time of his death by gunshot on May 9, 1917 in Columbus. Previously employed as Chief of Police in Marietta (there is a portrait of him hanging in the courthouse there). I have a partial copy of an obit from the Manchester Mercury Newspaper. The article says his funeral was conducted by ___? First Baptist Church. Buried in the City Cemetery in Manchester, Block 7, Lot 10. Would love to know what the tombstone says, am hoping his full name and maybe his spouse's name is listed. He had a daughter named Georgia and a son "Bub" or "Bud," maybe another named Archie. Any and all information and leads welcome.
Debbie Post
Oct. 13/17/23, 1999

I am searching for links to JOHN W. MARSHALL. He married SARAH WHITE in UPSON COUNTY, 11-7-1838. I have undocumented information he was born in Merriweather County abt. 1813. They had a son born 1840, JOHN LEONARD MARSHALL. The slightest clue would be appreciated. The family migrated through Al., Mississippi and settled in Independence County, Arkansas. Information on JOHN W., JOHN L., or SARAH WHITE MARSHALL would be helpful. Thank You,
Bill Marshall
Oct. 16, 1999

BRITTAIN - Seeking burial location of William E. Brittain and his wife Mary M. Harris. He was born 1803 and was buried in Meriwether in 1882. She was born 1807 and died 1884 -- supposed to be buried next to him. This would be in a family cemetery.Any information would be much appreciated.
Sandra Whittington
Douglasville, Georgia
Oct. 16, 1999

My GGG-Grandmother was Sarah Bell. She was born in SC around 1802 and died in Meriwether County, January 12th, 1863. I don't know where she is burried in Meriwether if she is. I have been told her property was near a place called Rocky Mount. She had many acres when she died. Her son James Bell, lived in that same area and his wife Elizabeth. Sarah was in 1840/1850/ census. James and wife Elizabeth are in the 1850/1860/1870 census then show up in Carrroll county in 1880 census. I need help in locating my GGG-grandmother's grave. Please.
Lt. Tony Bell
Patrol Lieutenant
Oct. 18, 1999

I am looking for any info on my great-grandfather, LEVI TODD, who married ELIZABETH KEITH in Meriwether County on October 23, 1836. The 1840 U.S. census shows him living near other TODD's, ie, Mary Ann, Benjamine D., John and William. HELP....and it will really be appreciated. Thanks.
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Oct. 20, 1999

John ROPER M.(1828) Judy CAPEL. Am researching ROPER and CAPEL in Meriwether Co GA. First three children, Reddick, Capel, Frederick Morgan. Have Roper info, am trying to put families together in Dillon Co SC and beyond. Any help appreciated.
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Oct. 22, 1999

Searching for information on W. E. (William Early?) McLENDON in Meriwether County, Georgia born April 10, 1853, died June 24, 1892 in Meriwether County (Greenville Cemetery). Was the Greenville Chief of Police when he died rather young. Married (1) Georgia A. Turner on August 13, 1874 and m.(2) Missouri E. JOHNSON (daughter of Rufus JOHNSON) on December 13, 1883. After W.E.'s death, Missouri (also transcribed: Zubie, Zurie, Mizura) remarried a Freeman Marion McLENDON in Meriwether County on September 12, 1894. What were the circumstances surrounding W. E.'s death? Were W. E. & Freeman M. related? I would like any information about the McLendons from this area. Thank you!
Chris Benton
Oct. 24, 1999

LEVI P. BLOUNT: Looking for anyone who has family information on Levi P. Blount, b.   7-16-1831 to Freeman and Sarah Blount. The 1900 census shows him living in Meriwether County, Odessa District, with wife Nancy and children Mary, Sallie and Claude Blount. I will gladly share information I have on his ancestors in return. Thanks!
Betty G. Schimpf
1608 Chandler Drive
Lima, Ohio 45805
Oct. 24, 1999

BOYD, BELL. A number of Boyds began purchasing property in Meriwether by 1835 including John, John SR, Hugh, Joseph, William, David. Does any one know their relationship to each other, and from where they came? In 1842 Sarah BELL purchased property in Meriwether from William Boyd who had moved to Coosa County AL. In Newberry SC Will Book L, 1824, John Boyd Sr died with large family. His son, John Boyd had a daughter SARAH BOYD, who married THOMAS BELL. Trying to find out if Sarah Bell in Meriwether was Sarah Boyd, daughter of John Boyd, Jr, and wife of Thomas Bell. A Thomas Bell won 1827 land lottery , lot 24, in then Troup, later Meriwether County. No proof yet he ever lived on that property or that he
was husband of Sarah Bell. Appreciate any information or leads. Thanks for your help.
Clarke Rodgers
Oct. 29, 1999

Searching for my ggrandparents Griffin & Martha Hancock. They were in Merriwether Co. about 1850. Also searching for gggrandfather known only as Walkingstick.
Star
Nov. 2, 1999

looking for information on george mcduffy FELTMAN and Luisa Patillo FELTMAN, or Luisa PATILLO. married in meriwether county around 1860.
David Feltman
Nov. 4, 1999

I am looking for family in the Meriwether county area. My great-grandfather was James C. CORLEY (I do not know what the C. stood for). He had two sons, perhaps more. The ones that I am positive of are Reuben CORLEY and Paul CORLEY. Reuben CORLEY was my grandfather. He was married to Ludelia Obie HENDRIX. They are on the 1920 census in Meriwether county. J.C. CORLEY married Mary BROWN in Griffin. They were on the 1900 census in Griffin. At that time, they also had a 13-year-old son named Ed (probably J.C.'s son from a previous marriage).  There was also a son born to them in May 1897 by the name of Harry. Also, a newborn daughter born in April 1900 by the name of Ruth. Reuben and Paul were born in 1902 and 1905, respectively, in Griffin. In 1920 on the Meriwether County census. J.C. is now married to a woman by the name of Mattie. In their household lives Paul, who is 15 and another son named Gladston who is 8. I do not know if this is J.C.'s son. Paul CORLEY was marrried at age 17 to Jewel ROWE in 1922 in Meriwether county. They had 4 children, the last of which was Robert CORLEY born in Meriwether county on October 31, 1929. In 1930, according to the "The Vindicator" in Greenville, Georgia, Reuben and Paul got into an argument over Jewel. Reuben shot and killed his brother and was sentenced to the State Prison in Milledgeville. He survived for only 8 more years and died of an old stroke and pulmonary tuberculosis. My mother was about 2 years old when this happened, so she never knew her father or any of his family. It is said that my grandmother, Ludelia Obie HENDRIX CORLEY never had anything to do with the CORLEY family after this tragedy. J. C.'s birthplace, according to both his and Paul's death certificates, is S.C. However, all census reports state that J. C.'s birthplace was Georgia. Does anyone know anything about this family?
Vickie Benefield

Looking for information on a home for unwed mothers or something of that type, in Manchester, Meriwether CO, GA, about 1918. Any helpful hints on where a girl would have gone in those days to have an illeg. child when she was only 16y. Thanks,
Micki Burger
Nov. 16, 1999

I am searching for ROLIN families in Meriweather Co.Any descendents please contact me as you are cousins.
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Nov. 18, 1999

I am looking for information on a George FARLEY. Born bet 1819-1820 Died in Meriwether county some time after 1860. Wife's name is Louisa if that will cut down on the farleys found. Thank you
Manning Farley
Nov. 19. 1999

Willie Jackson Smith born April 18, 1869 and married Lillie Ruth Cosby. They were living in Meriwether Co., Ga. Willie Jackson Smith was the son of Charles Madison Smith and Linney Ann Margaret Willis Smith. Willie Jackson Smith died about 1939 in Meriwether County, Ga. Would like to exchange information. I am a descendent of Willie Jackson Smith's sister Nettie O. Smith Adams I would like to know where Willie Jackson Smith is buried.
John R. Adams
P. O. Box 5059
Warner Robins, Ga.
Nov. 20, 1999

I visit the court house in Greenville, Ga Nov 17, 1999. I was looking for the marriage record of David T GODFREY and Martha to get her maiden name. I  got a copy of the marriage record and found that Martha's maiden and married  name is the same which is GODFREY. In the 1850 census in Meriwether Co  Martha was living with a George and Mary GODFREY. The age of Martha is a  match to the Martha I'm seeking. Does anyone have info or know the GODFREY family? I know cousins have married cousins but she could have married twice to a GODFREY.
Thanks,
Dottie
Nov. 22, 1999

Looking for information on George F. KEY and brother Leonard KEY in 1800's who owned property in the area.  Son of George KEY is my grandfather Ben KEY or maybe found as James Benjamin KEY. Would greatly appreciate any info to help trace this line. Thanks!
Regina Mooneyhan
Nov. 28, 1999

Seeking info on Jonathan PHILLIPS c. 1870 possibly the son of John H. PHILLIPS or William A.J. PHILLIPS of Meriwether County.Believed to have married Edna HUNT of Troup County.Jonathan died before 1880, Edna "Eddie" listed as widowed in 1880 census with three small children as a cook in the home of the Clem Evans family and  his mother-in-law Mahala Nall.Edna and her children, including my ggrandfather, John W. PHILLIPS moved to Van Zandt County, Texas around 1883.  Information on these Phillips or Hunt lines would be appreciated.Would be glad to share information on the Texas line.
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Nov. 28, 1999

I am searching for records to document the birth of John Lenard Marshall in Merriweather County, GA. His parents were John W. and Sarah White Marshall they were married 11-7-1838 in Upson County, GA. John Lenard Marshall died in 1921 in Texas. Family has passed down his date and location of birth. Any Info on his parents is also needed. Their Parents and siblings. This is a lots to ask but I have run out of places to look. Thanks for anything,
Bill Marshall
Dec. 1, 1999

Looking for the names of the parents of WILLIAM L JACKSON, born 1836, Meriwether Co., GA. Died in Maryland, July 15, 1863, from wounds suffered at Battle of Gettysburg, Married Louiza P. Nance, February 2, 1860, Troup Co., GA, Mountville Community. Served Company K 13 Regt. GA.
Nancy Fairchild
Dec. 4, 1999

Franklin George FARROW married Mary Elizabeth  TAYLOR 1836 in Meriwether Co GA. May Elizabeth TAYLOR'S  father was Bartholomew TAYLOR.  Who was Franklin George FAROWS father.
Helen Pate Ross
Dec. 8, 1999

Ransom RAY  married Cassandra WHITTEN in 1836 in Meriwether Co GA. Cassandra WHITTEN's father was John WHITTEN. Who was Ransom RAY's father?
Helen Pate Ross
Dec. 8, 1999

I am looking for any information on my gg-grandfather Emanual GRAY.  He is supposed to be from Meriwether County and enlisted with E Co. 28th Inf. Reg. Ga. in 1862.  He moved to Texas and is burried in Walker's Creek Cemetery in Milam County, Texas.  I have no dates for him nor any info on who he married. Any help would be greatly appreciated. Thanks.
Jeff Rice
Dec. 8, 1999

My greatgrandmother Redden , Redding, Reddin, etc. is buried at Luthersville, Ga. in Meriwether Co., Ga.  Her husband was Robert Redden. I do not know her first name or her maiden name. If anyone know anything about this Redden family please let me know.  Thanks
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Dec. 18, 1999

I am looking for information on the Hudson Burdyshaw family.  I know they appear in the 1850 census of Meriwether County.  I only know that he is there, nothing else.  Any help would be greatly appreciated.
Annette (Burdyshaw) Holder
Dec. 20, 1999

Looking for information on Julia HATCHETT.  She was born in Meriwether County on August 19, 1894.  Her parents were Julius Ben HATCHETT and Mary GILBERT.  Julia married Jesse Wilson Coats.
Cocoabeach
Dec. 20, 1999

I'm trying to track down information on two sisters who resided in Meriwether County as of 1939.  They are the sisters of Wiley J. Middlebrooks and were mentioned in an obit from 1939. Zudie or Judie Fulghum and Nancy Hunter were both residing in Warm Springs during this time. I'm trying to locate information on Zudie's marriage, death and children. I think one of her children (Annie Delle) is a relative. Thanks,
Alan Powell
Dec. 23, 1999

Looking for information on Albert Gresham, Sr. born June 18, 1872 died August 23, 1942, son of George W. Gresham and Sarah Frances Snelson Gresham. Albert married Effie Mae Milion. They are buried Greenville Cemetery, New Section in Meriwether Co., Ga. Will exchange Gresham Family information.
John R. Adams
Dec. 27, 1999

Looking for information on William T. Gresham born November 23. 1869 and died January 4, 1953. He married Sarah Frances (Unknown) they are buried a Manchester Cemetery, Ga. Will exchange family information.
John R. Adams
Dec. 27, 1999

My gg-grandfather David S. Brown, born in Meriwether Co., Ga. 1815 is listed on LDS family search site. It shows on microfilm that he has a relative named William Brown. I have tracked David S. Brown to Meriwether County in Census records and marriage records. David S. Brown married Jemimma Whitley in Meriwether County, Ga. I know that there were lots of BROWN family living in The Cove of Meriwether County. Is my David S. Brown related to the William Brown mentioned in the history of The Cove. Does anyone have any information on the WHITLEY's of Meriwether County? Any help would be appreciated.
Edward Hill
Dec. 28, 1999

Willie Jackson Smith and his wife Lillie Ruth (Cosby) Smith were in Meriwether Co., Ga. as late as 1947. Willie Jackson Smith, born April 18, 1869, died in 1939. The following are believed to be their children: Terrell Smith, Mattie Lou (Smith) Sims, Ruby Smith, Bessie (Smith) Wilson, and Eva (Smith) Lofley. Would like to exchange information. I am a descendent of Willie Jackson Smith's sister Nettie O. (Smith) Adams.
John R. Adams
Dec. 29, 1999

BLOUNT, Eli H., my great grandfather, was buried in Woodbury, Georgia, according to his death certificate filed 6-9-1897.  Does anyone know the location of the cemetery in Woodbury and whether he has a marker?  It is possibly a Smith Cemetery as his wife's maiden name was Mary Jane Smith. If anyone has the book "Meriwether County Cemeteries" by Priscilla Turner, please do a look up for me.  Thanks in advance! 
Betty G. Schimpf in Ohio
Dec. 29, 1999