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Woodrow Poplin
November 1996
POPLIN-I am looking for any information
on Henry W Poplin and his wife, Josephine Elizabeth Hodge. Henry was
born in Anson County, N.C. in about 1864 and in 1882 walked to Sumter
where he married Josephine Elizabeth Hodge. Josephine was born on 24,
August 1874. They had 8 children - Henry, Abie Bartow, Willie Bell,
Joe Felder, Katie, Connie Lee, Hunter China, and Edna.
Larry Noah18 Oct
1996
ALEXANDER- Seeking info on a John
ALEXANDER of Sumter Co. He was born abt. 1775 and married a Mary
WOODHAM. Their son Abner M. married Massey BELK who was born in
Sumter, SC. April 4, 1804. 1
Jean Redmond 20 Oct
1996
REDMOND- Looking
for info on parents of George Washington REDMOND born SUMTER COUNTY S
C 1791. Wife was Ailsey AINSWORTH born 1810 (probably South Carolina
also). Father was Phille Mahhoy REDMOND (first and middle names
probably spelled incorrectly).
Angelo D. Rhodes
RHODES-Looking for any African
American RHODES in SUMTER and surrounding counties from 1800.
Particulary parents of Martin RHODES, born 1884 or 1886 died 1960.
His son John Rhodes born 1915, died 1978. Silas RHODES may be father
of Martin. 2 Nov 1996
Alana Gaymon2 Nov
1996
GAYMOND-I am looking for the ancestors
of Zachariah GAYMOND, b. c. 1800, wife Levicy (surname unknown).
Descendants still living in Sumter County, SC. Children, G.
Washington, b. 1822, m. Margaret Ridgeway; John, b. 1840, m. Larisco
GAYMOND; Rufus b. 1841; Mary, b. 1843, Robert, b. 1848. French/Indian
ancestry. Recent descendants have dropped the "d", spelling the name
GAYMON.
Jimmy Dean Hood 2 Nov
1996
HOOD- Would like
to trace my family history as well as my mother's side. Father:
William Norman Hood Mother: Margaret Benenhaley
JOAN MELDAU WOERNER3
Nov 1996
MELDAU- Looking for any information on
the ADOLPH J. and REBECCA MELDAU family. They lived in Sumter from at
least 1853 to the late 1870's. REBECCA MYERS was the wife's maiden
name. I believe she was a daughter of the FRED MYERS who owned the
FED(?) MYERS INN mentioned in History of Sumter County by Anne King
Gregorie. Does anyone know anymore about this inn or tavern or this
Myers family? Also, any information about the children of A.J. and
Rebecca would be appreciated: HARVEY R. MELDAU (died in Sumter); JOHN
ALEXANDER MELDAU; REGINA MARIA MELDAU; JULIUS RHINEHART MELDAU;
THOMAS BENJAMIN MELDAU; ELEANOR JOSEPHINE MELDAU; MINNIE WILHELMINA
MELDAU; HENRY FREDERICK MELDAU (my great great grandfather).
Jean Redmond6 Nov
1996
REDMOND-Looking for information on
George Washington REDMOND, b. ca.1795 in Sumter Co., SC. Son of
Phille Mahhoy(?)REDMOND.
Elaine Jett
25 Nov 1996
YOUNG - I'm search for the parents and
sibbling of Penzy YOUNG, who I understand lived in Sumter
approximately from 1845-1925. She may have been at least part native
American. Her children were: Bubba, Paul, Roselle (married Andrew
BURTON), Percilla, Mary (married ? WRIGHT), Jamie (married ?
LEDBETTER), Lily, Viola (married ? BROWN). She was my ggrandmother.
Amanda Sass 7 Dec
1996
HODGE-Looking for information on
ancestors of Elisha HODGE of Sumter, SC born about 1775. Married
Martha ______. They had ten children.
Wayne Baker
BAKER-I am looking for info on some
Baker's who lived in the Claredon Co. area in the mid 1800's. Isaac
Baker and Isaac Baker Jr. Isaac Jr. appeared in the 1870 or 80 SC
census as a 13 year old boy, living in the Sammy Swamp area. I
believe his mother's name was Fanny Baker. Any info at all would be
helpful. Thanks in advance.
L.V. Hayes 18 Jan
1997
TISDALE- John
Tisdale, 1730-1813, and wife, Mary JaneJAMES, ?-1817, lived
near Sumter, S.C.. Their children married spouses from the
BILLUPS, CORBIN, DENSON, DRAUGHN, GREEN, HUNT, and
PARKER families. Their grandchildren married spouses from the
BROADWAY, CARR, COUILIETTE, COURTNEY, and ROARK
families Interested in hearing from any decendants of these Sumter
Co. families.
Shirley Riddle
Wilmoth18 Jan 1997
JONES-Looking for information on
CLINTON CLEVELAND JONES who lived in Sumter (town of Dalzell or
Oswego). His mother's name was MAMIE JOSIE. Thanks for any
info.
Curtis E.Carter18 Jan
1997
MULDROW/MULDREW/MCMULDROW/MCMULDROUGH
-I am seeking info on the McMuldrow, Muldrow, Muldrew of
Sumter and Darlington Counties. Thye resided in athe area from the
mid 1700s, and fought under Francis Marion in the Rev. War. I am
seeking info on Hugh, Andrew, David, and James Muldrow. I have info
on John and William. I am particularly looking for the fathere and
brothers of a SETH W. MULDREW who would have been born
@1800-1815 and moved to Marion County, GA in the late 1830s. He may
have had a brother, John, who moved to Miss. between 1830-1850s. I
suspect that his father was either Andrew or Hugh but need
confirmation. Any info would be appreciated.
Candice C. Tibbs 18 Jan 1997: TCMN Genealogy Society (My
Roots),2408 Corning Ave, #101; Ft. Washington, MD 20744
NICKENS,/TAYLOR/
MANIGUALT/CABBAGESTALK- I am inquiring about my
African-American roots, originating in Sumter, S.C. The surnames in
question are : NICKENS, TAYLOR, MANIGUALT, and
CABBAGESTALK. These were the names of all of my great
grandparents, all born and reared there. Spouses, children, or last
given addresses for the above, or even birth, marriage, death
information. Even info on their siblings. Anthing would be helpful.
I'm stuck. Please write to the address appearing above. Thank you.
Dorothy Baker 18 Jan
1997
BAKER/CHRISTMAS - Looking for
information on Jesse Hinton BAKERm. Martha CHRISTMAS.
Both were born in Sumter, S.C. but apparantly lived at some time in
Orangeburg. They had Willie E. BAKER (born Orangeburg) m.
Lavissa(Levisa)YOUNG. They had Julie Elmore and Sallie Eva.
(Sallie m. Herbert RUSSELL.) Willie and Lavissa were divorced
and Willie remarried and moved to Augusta, GA. Lavissa moved to
Bulloch Co., GA. I would like any records of this family in
Orangeburg.
Robert Leitner 18 Jan
1997
CONNELL - Rufus Connell b. abt. 1810,
Sumter Co., S.C. was son of Thomas Connell b abt. 1770, Sumter Co.
James Robert Connell, son of Rufus Connell, bn 18 Mar 1832, Sumter
Co. migrated to Marion Co., FL and m. Catherine Mary Francis
LEITNER. Searching for info on ancestors of James Robert
Connell.
Amanda Sass18 Jan
1997
WISE - Looking for information on James
WISE b. in Tenn. abt 1804 and Rebecca BYRD b. abt. 1817 in
S.C. Had 8 children b. in Sumter Co., S.C. in the 1850s. Who were
their parents ?
Jonelle Beck18 Jan
1997
HARVIN- of Sumter and Clarendon (1750-)
Descendants of Richard Harvin. Looking for information on all Harvins
in S.C. and related families. If you are a researcher in Clarendon
and Sumter or know of the Harvin family, please e-mail me.
Lettie M. Lee19 Jan
1997
LEE/HATCHER-Did one Sherod Lee marry
Winifred Lee Hatcher ? Would like info on these people, time frame,
late 1700s, early 1800s. By early 1800s, Sherod was in Louisana.
Jonelle Beck 19 Jan
1997
HUGGINS- Huggins of Clarendon/Sumter,
S.C. Looking for info on Margaret Kennedy Huggins, daughter of George
and Harriet C. Holleyman Huggins. Circa 1833-1886.
Emily King Korson
KING/GADSON- - I was born in Richland
County in early 1957. My father , the late Daniel King, b. 24 Jan
1924, d. 22 Jan 1965, was the last son of Joseph H. King and Laura
GOODWIN King. Two other sons, Joseph King Jr., b. 1920?, and
David King, b. 1918. There were also 6 sisters, Margaret K.
JOHNSON, d 1961, Hattie K. JONES, d. 1966-70,
Thomasenia K. PERRY, d. 1972?, Flora K. Thompson, b1908
d. 1994, Elizabeth "Bessie" K. BANKS, b. 1929, d. 1995. and
Agnes K. DAVIS, who reside in Columbia, S.C. I'm searching for
my birth mother , believed to have been born in Sumter County around
1909. (I was told I was a "late in life baby." I saw in athe SSDI a
name: EMILY GADSON, b. 12 Nov 1909, SSN 250-66.3124. I was
told my mother's name was Emily Viney Gadson, aka "Toni." If anyone
has any information about this name or this family, please e-mail me.
Many heartfelt thanks and God Bless us, everyone. 18 Jan. 1997
Jennifer Thurman 8
Feb. 1997
DUBOSE-I'm looking for info on ELD.
JOHN S. DUBOSE. The following is written in an old family Bible
(Coleman), but I don't know how he may be connected to my family.
"Elder John S. DuBose died at his home, Oct 9, 1905 in the
seventienth year of his age from a complication of carbuncle on neck,
liver, and kidney trouble." My grandparents and ancestors lived in
Saluda and Edgefield, but I don't have the maiden name of my ggg
grandmother, Ella Coleman. I'm wondering is J.S. DuBose may have been
related to her, or perhaps was just a friend of the family. I know
the Bible went through a flood and a fire, but I don't know its
beginning county of origin. Any info you have (if any) would be
greatly appreciated.
Martha Mewborn Marble 8
Feb 1997
KILPATRICK- Need any information of
John Easler/Isler, or William Kilpatrick who are on the 1810 Sumter
Co. Census. Came from NC to SC and some appear to have gone to
Alabama by 1833. One Easler appears on the 1850 Darlington Co.
Census. Will share information on earlier generations.
Kay Yarborough Goff 8
Feb. 1997
LEE- I am trying to find information on
my gggrandfather, Simon Lee (believed to have been b. circa 1828 ) m.
Anne Lee. Anne Lee was b. 1830 in Sumter District and d. 17 Nov. 1899
in Florence Co., S.C. She was the daughter of David Harrison Lee and
Anna McAlister. The children of Simon and Anne Lee were Andrew
Jacson, William Jefferson, Robert E. Lewis, Laura Jane, and Evert
Egusta Lee. Simon Lee served in the CiviI War with Company I, 26th
Infantry along with other Lees from Williamsburg Co., S.C. I. would
very much like to find the name of Simons Lee's father and
grandfather and perhaps where he is buried. He died before 1880 anad
apparantly is not buried with his wife, Anne. Simon's father may have
also been named Simon. Any assistance would be appreciated. Thanks.
Herbert Broughton 12
Feb 1997
BROUGHTON- My gr-gr-gr grandfather,
Nathaniel Broughton left Sumter District (Claremont and/or Clarendon
Co) in 1816 for Alabama. He lived in an area called Halfway Swamp. He
was married to a Sarah Benbow. His father was Edward or Edward
Nathaniel. His mother was Elizabeth Regan, daughter of William Regan.
His brother, John, had moved to Greene County, Ga. some years
earlier. Another brother, Edward, remained in Sumter, S.C. He arrived
in Monroe County, Alabama in Jan. or Feb. of 1817. (I still live in
Monroe County.) Any information would be appreciated.
Tom Land 15 FEb
1997
SINGLETON/SHINGLETON-Researching this
surname in Sumter Co. and other areas of S.C. I am especially
interested in the family of Matthew Singleton who came to Sumter Co.
in the mid 1700s. I have a good deal of Singleton information and
would be glad to share.
Al S. Thomas15 FEb
1997
KEELS- William James Keels III and his
wife Martha BAKER were by great-grandparents. I am just beginning to
research. Any information would be treasured. Is there a family
Bible? Did William J. Keels help found Trinity Church near Lynchburg?
Thank you. Al Thomas, 9430 Sharon Dr. Everett, WA 98204
Sandra Riner 22 Feb
1997
HATFIELD- I am looking for information
on Samuel, Richard, and Smith HATFIELD. They are all on the 1810
census in Sumter. Thank you.
Margaret Black22
Feb 1997
CALWELL- THOMPSON-LENOIR-MCCANTS- are
the names that I am researching at the present time. I recently
confirmed that my family comes from James Caldwell of Sumter Co. I
believe he moved to Sumter from Clarendon Co. During my search for
the Lenoir/Caldwell problem, I discovered some McCants records in
Sumter. I believe my McCants were born in Darlington Dist. They were
John and David McCants born in the mid 1700s. John was married to
Mary James Thompson. Any help is greatly appreciated. I am happy to
share.
Cal Campbell 22 Feb
1997 updated 2005
JONES/RICHBURG- Searching for the
parents of Thomas W. Jones and the parents of his wives: Lorra E.
(Dolly) Richburg and Sarah A. Richburg. thomas appears in the 1850
Sumter Co. Census which is now Clarendon. In 1860 he is married to
Dolly, age 19 with daughter, Ellen. An 1866 deed names her as Lorra
E. Richburg. In 1870, he cannot be located after service ein the
Civil War, where he accompanied the body of his dead brother, James
W. Jones, home for burial. An 1876 deed shows his new wife, Sarah A.
Richburg. A lager deed shows this same Sarah deeding land of her
first husband, John be Gayman (son of James C. Gayman) and their son
Milton P. Gayman, to Thomas W. Jones, her new husband. I descend from
Thomas and Sarah's son, James R. "Jimmy;" Jones, a meat
market owner in Manning. Any information will be appreciated.
Marie Brunson
Jefferson22 Feb 1997
BRUNSON-Seeking parents of James S.
Brunson, 1806-1869, m. Thriza/Thursa Ann Smart; Hampton Brunons,
1810-1856, m. Eliza Jane Smart; Roda S. Brunson 1812-1890, m. Richard
Henry Johnston; Samuel C. Brunson, 1817-1884, Caroline Dawson.
Possibility of James M. Brunson, son of Isaac Brunson, d 1826 and 2nd
wife, Mary Jones. James M. Brunson went to Marango County, AL prior
to 1826 and was there when Isaac died in 1826. James M. sent power of
attorney to Edward Broughton, Atty., to handle his part of the
estate. Tried to get these papers from Court years ago but part of
papers missing in Sumter County. Any help, greatly appreciated.
Mary D. Brandhorst 26
Feb 1997
BRUNSON-I am looking for the parents of
Charles Brunson, b 1780-85, m Rebecca RIDGELL. 16 Dec 1801, Sumter
County. He went to Alabama in the early 1820s. He died in Clarke Co.,
AL, 8 Oct 1836.
Tarsha Clark 1 March
1997
SMITH-Robert Smith, black male, born 1
Jan 1897 in Kershaw Co., S.C. and moved to Sumter County in 1911 with
the Hammonds family. His mother's name was Victoria Smith. She was
the cook for the Jessie Hammonds family. Any information would be
greatly appreciated.
Tarsha Clark 1 March
1997
HAMMONDS-Jessie Hammonds, white male,
born Mar. 1859 in Kershaw County, S.C.. He moved to Sumter County in
1911 with his family. He owned land in Kershaw County and leased land
in the Stateburg area of Sumter County where he farmed. His children
were:Jessie Jr., Mauren, Claudius (?), John A., and I believe that
his wife was Essie. Any information on this family will be greatly
appreciated.
Juanita Francis Preston
Mar 7,1997
MCFADDEN/FRANCIS/MCCOY-I am researching
the family lines of FRANCIS, MCFADDEN and MCCOY. My family was owned
by the ROBERT CHILDS MCCFADDEN family.
Perry Barrett14
March 1997
BARRETT-My 4th G-Grandfather, Joshua
Barrett, B. SC 1797 m. Elizabeth Hatch in S.C. 1818.
Landowner/farmer, Sumter District SC (1820 Census). Am seraching for
any info on Barrett family. Perry H. Barrett, Jr. 12512 Monterey Rd.
San Martin, CA 95046 (408)682-9555 fax (408)683-0161
Cathy Wood
Osborn14 March 1997
COSKREY-James Coskrey b. circa1776 came
from Co. Down Ireland to Sumter Co.; filed intent to become citizen
of U.S. 24 Jan 1912. Wife apparently d. Ireland or in crossing.
Children: 1)Nancy b. 1802, m. Thomas MDonald, 2)Rebecca b. 1804,
m._____Wescott, 3)John b. 1806,, Sallie Mills, 4)David b. 1808, m.
Mary Ann Lee, 5)Thomas b. 1810. James and adult children Nancy, John
and David went to Pike Co. AL. later. Nothing known about Rebecca or
Thomas.
Timothy E. Nesbitt14 March
1997
NESBITT/MCELVEENI am seeking
information on my great grandparents; Samuel Nesbitt b. July 1843 and
Frances McElveen Nesbitt b. around 1845 they owned a farm in Shiloh
Township, Sumter County. Their children; Willie, Adolphus, Brack
(Major Braxton Nesbitt - my grandfather), Hampton, John, Samuel,
Susan, & William. Thanks.
Arthur A. Worrell 14
March 1997
WORRELL/BYRD-Reward offered for first
proof of parents of Bryant Worrell b. 1790 MC and wife Dorcas BYRD.
The family on 1820 census of Sumter County and Bryant sold 100 acres
of land in Sumter co. Jan 1821. Land located on Hope Swamp of Black
River. Also any known siblings of Bryant Worrell and/or Dorcas Byrd
could provide a valuable clue. Arthur A. Worrell 208 W. Woodlawn San
Antonio, TX 78212-3458
Cindy L Skies Frie
14 Mar 1997
JACKSON/OXENDINE- I am trying to locate
any one who has information on the Jackson's and Oxendine's of
Charleston County or Sumter. I am descended from William Jackson and
Elizabeth Oxendine both born abt 1775 in S C. They left S C and
settled in Jackson CO TN, by way of New Orleans. I think they might
have been from Charleston. Am also trying to locate any one who is
researching Swearenger's of Edgefield CO.
Edith Ward March 7,
1997
CROFTS-Looking for the parents of
Josiah CROFTS, and the maiden name of his wife, Martha. They were in
SUMTER County 1830, census with first born son, Caleb CROFTS. He
moved to MONROE County, Tn. by 1840. Died in POLK County, Tn. 1868.
PLEASE Help.
Carla Woods Mar 7,
1997
HOWARD - Seeking information on my
ancestor PETER HOWARD, born about 1820 in Sumter District. LDS
records show parents as ADAM and CELIA HOWARD. Peter married
CLARISSA/CLARA GROGAN in Georgia in about 1830. Children as follows:
James Perry, b. abt 1831, married Lucinda Harben. William, b. about
1833, married Maryann Matilda Dilbeck and Phoebe J. Cochran. Susan
Elizabeth, b. about 1836, married Isaac McGehee. Mary Ann, b. about
1837, married James L. Giggs. Catherine, b. about 1840. Lucinda M.,
b. about 1844, married John J. Forrist. Richard W., b. about 1844.
John S., b. about 1846. Martha J., b. about 1848. Emeline, b. about
1852, married John W. Lingafelt. Clarissa Malinda, b. June 7, 1855,
married Abram A. Waters, died June 27, 1928. The family's migration
to Georgia indicates that their family was raised primarily in Dawson
and Lumpkin counties. PETER HOWARD last appears on a Georgia census
at the age of 67 in Dawson County. Will be glad to exchange
information.
Tim McLeod 14 March
1997
MCLEOD-James McLeod died in Sumter in
1783. He was married to Margaret Blakley McLeod who died in 1814.
James had at least one son, Roger Gorden McLeod (1779-1857). I am
requesting information on James McLeod who was my 4th
great-grandfather.
Ted Hughes 16 March
1997
SINGLETON/HUTCHINSON-Researching these
surnames in Sumter Co. and other areas of S.C. I am interested in any
information available. I have information about Robert Singleton's
family line including information about his brothers, Matthew and
Christopher. This information can be found at
my Gendex
page.
Bob Griffith 21 March
1997
DUBOSE/DUBOIS(E)- Seeking information
on parents and or/birthplace of Elias DUBOSE (DUBOIS). He was a
Captain in the Revolutionary War, serving in the Darlington County
area. Born circa 1745. Suspected son: William James DUBOIS(E) ,
grandson: Elias H. DUBOIS. The family was also in the Sumter area.
Have significant body of information on descendants. Affiliated
families: GRIFFITH, HARTMAN, JONES, SANDERS, COOPER, WARE, LEWIS.
B. Cassels 21 March
1997
CASSELS/GAMBLE- I am looking for
information on the parents and families of Henry Cassels (1772-1855)
and his wife, Agnes Gamble (1779-1854 ) who lived in the Sumter, S.C.
area. I believe that Agnes may be Agnes Catherine Reardon Gamble.
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