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Lawrence County Missouri Queries

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AUSTIN / KELLEY / PARSONS / PIERCE / SMITH
Researching above families, all in Lawrence county, MO from about 1850 on. Particularly the Smith / Pierce families from the Chesapeake area; Austins around Heatonville/Miller. Lisa Hensley, 8/97

BALDWIN
I am seeking information on the family of Phillip Baldwin and Elizabeth A. Estill who were married on Feb 24, 1847 in Lawrence co. MO. Elizabeth was the da. of James Estill and Matilada Vanbibber. Located on the 1850-1880 census of Lawrence co, MO. Children: Delila; Phillip E; Henry C; Tantha; James R; Iva J; William. Gary R. Hawpe, 0/97

BANDY
I am looking to exchange information with any relatives of the 3 Bandy families in the 1850 Census in Lawrence Co, MO. William Bandy and two of his sons, Hugh and Bryan(Bryant). (Email no longer valid 12/01) Denise Waterworth, 8/97

BANKS / BIDDLECOME / LEE
Surnames for Cassville, Neosho, Springfield, Monett, Barry, and Lawrence Counties: BANKS, BIDDLECOME, LEE, 1850 thru 1997. I have quite a bit of information on families of all surnames. I would like to exchange information with anyone who is researching any of these names. I am interested in the descendants of these families and the research. (Email no longer valid 12/01) Anne Hunt Lozano, 7/97

BEAVER / MOTE
Searching for information on Thomas Price Beaver, m. Amanda Jane Mote in Lawrence co. on 21 Dec 1890. Thomas lived there from 1880 - 1893. Looking for siblings who might have b/d in Aurora area or his children b/d during the above time span. Welcome contact from any Beaver researcher. Thanks. McCalmon, 2/98

BIGBEE
I am interested in any information anyone may have on the Bigbee family that lived in the Stotts City-Bowers Mill area of Lawrence co. in the later part of the 19th century. David J. Bigbee m. Cynthia Tinsley and moved to Lawrence co. sometime after 1850--probably after the Civil War. I believe they owned a farm and they raised 12 children: Rue, Dade, Floss, Nell, Maye, Ida, Blonn, Frank. They also had a family musical group of some noteriety. Any information on this family would be appreciated. Scott Lilly, 0/97

BLACKBURN
William BLACKBURN, b. 1824 TN?, d. 1873 Lawrence Co.,MO & Sabra WATSON BLACKBURN, b. 1827, Pittsylvania Co, VA, d. 1914 in Los Animas Co, CO and family were living in Lawrence Co., MO by 1870 according to the 1870 census. Believe they were in NW corner of Arkansas prior to this. William and son, Gideon Moses, were killed in an explosion of either a saw mill or threshing machine in 1873 in Lawrence Co. William, Sabra and Gideon are all bur. at Round Grove Cem. My g grandmother Nancy Elizabeth BLACKBURN, m. William H. TRIMBLE, son of Green Clark & Sarah ROGERS TRIMBLE in Lawrence Co in 1871. They moved to Polk Co., MO. Mary Jane BLACKBURN m. John C. HUNT in 1870. They moved to Delta, Delta Co., CO @1880. Thomas W. BLACKBURN m. Mary Elizabeth SKEEN in 1872 and moved to Montrose Co. CO @1880. Thomas d. 1925 in Los Animas Co, CO. Leona BLACKBURN, b. 1865, d. 1945, m. Rev. Hiram C. Helm in 1907. They are buried at Round Grove Cem. in Lawrence Co. Any one with information about any of these people please get in touch. I would like to share information. Kay Griffin Snow, 8/97

BONHAN
Would like to hear from the descendants of Rachel BONHAM and Robert Kerr CLACK. Robert died during the Civil War but Rachel remarried Henderson MOORE and was living in Chesepeak, Lawrence CO. in 1869. Edna Clack, /97

BOX
I have some early photos of the following: Charley Robinson, Verona, MO, 1886, 1887; Frank Robinson, Verona, MO, 1897; home of J.U. Robinson, Verona, MO; Mr. and Mrs. Box and family, Lawrenceburg, MO, 1881; Mary and Ike Halterman (children), Mt. Vernon. I will happily share these with descendants or researchers. Dottie Elliott 1/98

BROWN
Looking for information on the family of William, b. 1854, GA and Annie, b. 1864, MO Brown. Supposed to have raised kids near Monett, MO. Children: Omer T, b. 1883; Netti, b. prior to 1883; Emmett, b. 1888; Julia A, b. 1891; Rolla A, b. 1893; Susan E, b. KS, 1895; Mary, b. 1901, KS. Does anyone know anyting about this family? (Email no longer valid 12/01) Nancy Morebeck, 2/98

BRYANT
Looking for information re Rosilla and David BRYANT and Sarah STILL, Rosilla's mother or step-mother. I understand that the will of Sarah's husband, Claiborne STILL, originally filed in Miller Co, was also filed in Lawrence Co. Will appreciate any clues. (Name and link removed per request 12/01) 3/97

BRIDGES
Searching GUILFORD BRIDGES, b. @1811 in N.C. d. 1898 in Llano Co. Tx. Guilford lived in Newton Co. MO 1830. He was on the census in Lawrence Co. Mo. 1840/50/60. He lived in Mt. Pleasant or Turnback community. Guilford's and wife unknown, children: LUCINDA, b.1832 IL, m. Marvel Lowe WOODS; Harriet Elizabeth, b.1834 IL, m. Robert HASH; Martha b.1834 m. John H. COUCH; James Henry, b. 1838 married Lucinda AUSTIN; Benjamin Franklin b. 1840 married #1 Susan WOODS; #2 Penelope AKE; Aaron Bridges b. 1842; Thomas Henry b. 1844, m. Rebecca JONES; John b. 1848, m. Sarah BECKETT; Samuel P. b. 1850, m. Maranda Jane LEE. In 1849 Guilford m. Luranda ? I don't know what happened to her. Wife # 3 was Iantha Robinson. Their children: Lorena Bridges, b. 1866, m. J. B. MIDDLEBROOK; Jenrina b. 1868, m. G.J. MIDDLEBROOK; Gilford Louis b. 1869 m. Georgia PRICE; Molly b. 1871 m. #1 McQueen; #2 McMillion. The family moved to Texas sometime before 1871. Lou Bridges, 5/97

BRITE
Looking for relatives/cousins of BRITE family--one of 12 founding families of Mt. Pleasant, Lawrence Co, MO. Jesse & Julia BRITE (my gggrandparents) had John, Martha Elizabeth and Arazonia BRITE. Any connections? (Email no longer valid 12/01) Denny Cope, 3/97

BROWN
Looking for information on my ancestor Mary Ellen Brown b. in Barry Co, June 20 1850, m. Felix Edwin Luster; daughter Arratta Luster, m. Cephas Marion Snider, lived in Aurora. Mary Ellen's parents were Abraham and Hester; siblings Martha, Nancy, and Thomas. (Email no longer valid 12/01) REBECCA SNIDER-LAW, 5/97

BUIS
Seek help for Joel Wesley BUIS / BYIES / BIAS; m. Rachel Miarm COPPLE, @1874; had son William Silas BUIS b.1875 Nodaway Co. MO. Was the Joel BUIS who m. Irabella MULLINS, 06 Dec.1885 Lawrence Co. Mo the same person? Will gladly share info. (Email no longer valid 12/01) OOwens, /97

BURDICK
Looking for information on Martin M. BURDICK b NY, son of Clark (e) BURDICK and Permelia COON. Martin was in Lawrence Co. MO in 1897. Carol L. Logan, 5/97

BUTCHER
Researching Belle Butcher, b. 1887, Wright co. MO; d. Apr 1922, Stotts City; m.1st Tooley; m.2nd, James Thomas Thacker, Sept 18, 1918 Lawrence co. Mo. Ed Smith, 1/98

Also looking at ISO Bell BUTCHER, b. 1887, Lawrence City, d. April 1922, Stott's City, m. TOOLEY, HOBBS and on 24 Sept 1924, James Thomas THACKER, 8 Nov 1859, d. 1932, Neosho. Any information appreciated. (Email no longer valid 12/01) Joyce Routh Willhoit, 3/98

BUTLER / NICHOLS
Looking for a marriage record for Elizabeth or Martha Butler to William Nichols between 1850 and 1870. Leona Headley, 8/97
Response: Check the marriage records available through the Lawrence County Genealogical Society

CALLAWAY / CALLOWAY / CALAWAY:
Looking for descendants of CHARLES L and LEANNAH WILCOXEN CALLAWAY/CALLOWAY/CALAWAY; m. 1827 in Boone County, Mo. 1850 Census Lawrence Co, Mo: C. L. CALAWAY, no spouse. Children: SYRINE S or SQUIRE S., age 19; SARAH, age 18; JAMES P, age 14; ISAAC N, age 10; CAREY ANN, age 9; MARION, age 2. 1860 Lawrence Co Census, Gilbert's Station: JAMES CALLOWAY, age 24, wife, ELIZABETH, age 24; CAREY ANN age 19 (sis); MONSON/MARION, age 12 (bro); CHARLES, age 10; EPHRAIM, age 5 (brothers?). Need to find descendants of any of these people except CAREY ANN. I want to find out more about her. I have a charcoal drawing of her which was probably from her wedding picture. She is my great, great grandmother who married JOHN SLAGLE, son of JAMES and HANNAH (CANTWELL) SLAGLE. CAREY ANN traveled to Oregon in 1870 with her dau, HANNAH. In California, CAREY ANN gave birth to their only son, CHARLES, in 1870. In 1875, CAREY ANN gave birth to MINNIE FLORENCE. Carey Ann d. March 26, 1876 in Oregon. Glenda Lewman, 5/97

CALTON
Searching for information on John Albert Calton, b. 1867; m. Samantha BLACK, b. 1870; d.1898; m. 2nd Mattie DUFFY; a child, Stella. 1st m., 3 Children: Floyd; Oma; Ada. Any information on the Calton family, please e-mail me. Thanks. Verna Williams, 10/97

CARMEN
I'm looking for information regarding the Carman surname. My father's name was Emerson Carman, Jr, b. Dec 26, 1913, Springfield, MO. His father's name was Emerson Carman, b. Oct 1889; d. Oct 1959. I believe he was born somewhere in southwest Missouri, but I'm not sure of the town. He had a brother whose name was Earl Carman who was married to Wanda; they lived in southwest Missouri. My father's mother was Hattie Fair, b. April 1889; d. February 1920. and she came from Cape Fair, MO. I'm not sure when Emerson and Hattie were married, but probably around 1910-12. I have found a number of Carman's living in Lawrence co. in an 1850 census document. Any information or insights will be appreciated. Phil Carman, 8/97

CATTS
Jane Ann CATTS, born ~1813, MD, d. in Mt.Vernon, Lawrence, MO, m. Robert Wells CRAWFORD before 1836; appeared in the 1850 and 1860 censuses in Mt. Vernon, but in 1840 were in Barry Co. Children, b. MO: John T.M., 1839; Joel Hayden, 1841; Charles W., 1845; Mary, 1847; Jane Ann, 1853; Robert, 1857. I have been unsuccessfull in finding any further info about or parents of Jane Ann CATTS. Thanks. (Email no longer valid 12/01) Jane Lindsey, 3/97

CHADLER
My grandfather, Thurman Allen G. Chandler, b. Lawrence co. MO, 14 Jul 1888; son of John G. Chandler, b. 1861, KY and Mary Elizabeth Rhorer, b 1866, KY. Thurman Allen d. from miner's cough, 8 Aug 1920; buried in Sarcoxie, MO Cemetery. Thurman Allen and sister, Lillian May, b. 1893 were orphaned and raised by their maternal grandparents in Sarcoxie. I found John G. in Joplin 1900 Census listed as a widowed boarder, but unable to locate death record. Also no record for Mary Elizabeth's death prior to 1900. Any help would be appreciated. Ira L. Long, 10/97

CHUMBLY
Samuel CHUMBLEY, b. TN, m. Mary GOODMAN, b. Lawrence co. MO?. IN 1880 census they show up as Crumbley. First land record was 1882, and I find no marriage in this county. Children: America L, 14, [believe she is America Lutisha, b. May 3, 1865 in Oseola, MO, m. William Joshua HALEY (see HALEY query); Thersia A, 10; Florence M, 10; Melinda V, 8; Edwin L, 7; Ben Thomas, 6; Otta A, 1. I would like to find church records and newspapers of the period. (Email no longer valid 12/01) galati4, 10/97

CLEVENGER
I am trying to locate information on my Grandmother, Elizabeth Adaline Clevenger, b. Verona, MO, 31 Mar 1878, m. Isaac Newton Lee, 28 Aug 1892; m.2nd William Everett Guinn. Larry Lee, 1/98

COBBS
In Mt. Vernon Twp. on 1870 Census were James & Mary J. Cobbs, their 4 children plus two of hers by previous marriage. Next door were Thomas & Catherine Cobbs and 7 children. James and Thomas were brothers and sons of William and Jane ?? Cobbs. Thomas & Catherine are still there in 1880. James & Mary moved to Iowa. Where did Wm & Jane come from originally? What was Jane's maiden name? Any background info much appreciated and glad to exchange. J. Glasgow, 3/97

COKER
Researching COKER family of Lawrence County. Lindsey COKER and Elijah COKER were brothers of my Grandfather Claud COKER. Lindsey and Elijah COKER were both farmers in the late 1800's near Mt. Vernon or Miller, Mo. Would like information on either of these families. Please contact if you have information to share. Thanks. Jo Dunne, 3/97

COMBS
Looking for info about Mary Ann (amamond) COMBS, b. Sept 28, 1847, Lawrence co. MO; d. April 11, 1930, Freedom, OK, buried Fairvalley Cemetery; m. Zephaniah Robert Icke (father: Francis ICKE, b. England @1800), b. Mar 5, 1839, Morgan co. IL; d. Sept 25 1914. Children: John Cheatam, b. Dec 27, 1866, Ashland, IL, d. Aug 16, 1914; Francis marion, b. Nov 14, 1868, d. June 16, 1958; James Samuel, b. Apr 13, 1877, d. June 30, 1917; Robert Zephaniah, b. Mar 3, 1879, d. Sept 19, 1956; Mary Ann, b. Nov 12, 1882, d. Jan 15, 1956; Eva May, b. Aug 9, 1884, d. Nov 21, 1959, Collinsville, OK; Rosetta Jane, b. June 27, 1891, d. Oct 30, 1969. I am told by family members that Mary Ann Combs was adopted by Thomas Combs, b. VA and Rachel Elmore, b. KY. Mary Ann was a full blood Indian possibly of of the Osage tribe. If you have any information on this line of COMBS please contact me. (Email no longer valid 12/01) Gaylab369, 2/98

CONNELL
Looking for descendents or siblings of Joseph Connell, m. Narcissus Potter in 1848 in Lawrence co; listed on 1850 census for Mt. Vernon, MO. Have info to exchange. (Email no longer valid 12/01) Wanda Brown

CONSTABLE
Looking for information on Elizabeth Hendlen CONSTABLE, who taught primary school in Pierce City early 1900's. Also any information on her father, Capt. Nathaniel CONSTABLE, worked Canadian Pacific Railroad in Joplin and is buried in a military cemetery overlooking the Mississippi (sorry, that's all I know.) Any suggestions as to where to look or information is greatly appreciated. (Email no longer valid 12/01) Brett Johnson, 7/97

CRUMLEY
I am searching for information on Thomas and Susan Crumley of Barry Co, MO. Thomas C. d. June 25, 1880 and I believe his wife died before him. I am seeking their place of burial in Barry or maybe Lawrence County. Any information on Susan would be greatly appreciated. One of their children married into the Haddock family from this area. (Email no longer valid 12/01) Billy Cox, 2/97

DOWNING
James Downing, b. 5 Apr 1801, d. 5 Apr 1851, one of the pioneers of Lawrence co. m. 2nd Mary Carlisle Bell, c Cherokee Indian. Was Sarah Margaret Downing a child of this marriage? or was her mother James's 1st wife, Lydia Williamson? (Email no longer valid 12/01) Don Landers, 2/98

DRAKE
I am trying to help a friend find family that was in Lawrence co. @1845-60: John DRAKE and wife; had 2 sons & 2 daus; one son, Sylvester, b. @1851; family lived until the Civil War. Any help would be very much appreciated. (Email no longer valid 12/01) Marie Clayton, 3/98

DUETT / DORRANCE
I am hope to open the lines of communication in our family lines. Recently I spoke with Uncle Dean Duett of Mt. Vernon; earlier I spoke with his sister, Ammy Dorrance of Stotts City. Cousins include Dorrances of Mt. Vernon and Stotts City; Hills of Stotts City; Duetts of Stotts City; and more. If any of you see this, please contact me. My family research has taken me back to 1832 in Estill, KY. I really want to know more about our family and hope you will help. Stanley Duett, 01/98

DUKE
John Duke and wife, Mary Gill were both from Ireland; children: John Phillip, b. St. Louis, Oct 12, 1853; Virginia "Roe", MO. John Phillip Duke m. Cora May Hallam @1884; children: Harriett Mary, b. July 5, 1883, Kansas City, MO; Guy Otis, b. Feb 22, 1890, Aurora, MO; J.P. d. Mar 6, 1939, Independence, MO, worked for the "Star" as a proofreader. Cora May d. Feb 16, 1917, both buried Mt. Washington Cemetery, Kansas City. J.P. m.2nd Virginia L. Harris, Jan 6, 1931, Old St Patricks church, d. 1942, Belvideere, IL. 1900 census has John Philllip and family living in Aurora City. Cora May's parents: Harriett Elizabeth and George Cutler Shaw are also in Aurora. 1910 census has J.P. and family in K.C. again at 593 Brookside Ave. Contact me with any connections. Richard Duke, 2/98

EAST
Seek help finding my gggpts John EAST and Sarah ? John d. in Greene Co. by 1850, the family was in Lawrence Co. Mo. by 1835 where dau. Catherine Katy EAST, b. 21 Feb.1835, m. Pleasant Miles BOX, 1855. Son, David Austin EAST, b.1840. Did he m. 1st Margaret BOX; m.2nd Minnerva Jane BOX, my ggm. Margaret and Minnerva BOX daus of Pleasant Miles BOX and first wife Rebecca, d.18 Aug.1851. Was Rebecca dau. of William Northern? Would gladly welcome all info, and willing to share. (Email no longer valid 12/01) Melva Owens, 8/97

ELLINGSWORTH / HUTCHINSON
Searching for ancestors and descendants of the following families: Charles M Ellingsworth and Allie May HutchinsonEllingsworth who was on the 1900 Lawrence co. census. Ish and Annie Vaughan on 1910, 1920 Stone co. census; James M. and Lizzie Vaughan Hammonds. (Email no longer valid 12/01) Jody Long, 10/97

ENRIGHT
We're looking for any information about DAVID ENRIGHT, originally from Ireland; b.1 Feb 1832; d.8 Sept 1887 in Pierce City; m. CATHERINE DONOVAN, b. 17 June 1837; d. 17 July 1927 in Pierce City. We are looking for marriage records (possibly around 1853), and names and dates of parents of David and Catherine. We know they had at least one child, GERALD, b. 1872. Thanks in advance! We can possibly provide info in return! (Email no longer valid 12/01) R. Scripter, 8/97

ESTILL
I am seeking information on the family of Horatio Hans Estill and Jemima Jones. They lived in Lawrence co. MO in 1850 & 1860. Had eleven children, six identified: Unisa; Sarah E; James R; Jemima J; Horatio Hans, Jr; Aretta C. Horatio d. Aug 15, 1890 in Cedar co. MO and was the son of James Estill and Matilda VanBibber. Gary R. Hawpe, 10/97

FARMER
Does anyone recognize this family?? John T. Farmer m. 9 Mar 1887 in Lawrence co. MO to Sultana Baker, dau. of Henry C. Baker and Salina B. Butler. Children: Elizabeth S, b. 19 Feb 1888; William Thomas, b. 11 Dec 1890; John Dayton, b. 29 Aug 1896. Please contact me. Leona Headley, 2/98

FLESHER / EASON
Marriage records for Lawrence County include a marriage between Catherine FLESHER and James K. EASON , 13 Jul 1852. Seeking any additional information, including ancestors, descendants, or siblings of Catherine FLESHER. Visit the FLESHER Family page Larry Flesher, 8/97

GAW
Would like to correspond with the descendents of Erasmus GAW and his wife, Mary Ann "Polly"; Rutledge. They moved to Lawrence Co. from the Jackson/Overton Co. area of Tennessee in the mid-1850's. Melissa White, 7/97

GIBBS
I am searching for information on my 2nd great grandfather, Daniel Gibbs, b.1864 in Lawrence Co, MO. Will exchange information. Daniel Gibbs, 6/97

GIBSON
Searching for Elizabeth Rosier Gibson, b. Jan 31, 1829; m.1st, unknown; m.2nd John Campbell Grammer, July 1, 1858, Lawrence co. MO; Children: Nancy Francis; James Franklin; Noah Randolph. Elizabeth d. Feb 4, 1864, Benton co, AR with her 3rd child. John's parents lived in Lawrence co. MO; he went back and forth between Benton co. AR. It is possible that Elizabeth was a sister/cousin of his 1st wife, Martha Rosier. I would sincerely appreciate hearing about information on this family. Alice Jackson, 1/98

GRAY
Eli GRAY b:31JUL1843 Shelby Co.IL m: 1 OCT 1868 Logan Co. IL d:16 FEB 1922 Lawrence Co. MO
Son: of James B GRAY and Lydia PARKINS of Belmont & Guernsey Cos. Ohio
m. Harriet Jane CLARK b:29 NOV 1850 d:21 FEB 1937
1:Emma J. b:21 JUL 1869 IL d:19 DEC 1906 MO sp:O.S.SHORT b:___ d:__
2:Mary Etta b:17 JUN 1871 IL d:17 MAY 1876 IL
3:William C. b:17 OCT 1873 IL d:___
4:Charles M. b:30 JAN 1876 IL d: 1942 MO
5:James J. b:01 SEP 1878 IL d: 1907 MO
6:Rachel "Effa" b:03 FEB 1881 NE? d:AFTER 1937 sp:Unknown WILKS b:___ d:___
7:Jonathan A. b:30 MAY 1883 NE? d:29 NOV 1908 MO
8:Ernest L. b:19 MAR 1886 MO d:____
9:Linnie V. b:31 MAR 1888 MO d:30 MAR 1911 MO sp:Unknown MORRIS
ELI GRAY and family resided 1860 thru 1880 in Waynesville, Dewitt Co. IL, they then moved, to Nebr. for a few years, and settled near Verona, Lawrence Co. MO by 1888. The family cemetery was: * New Liberty Cem. Barry Co. MO
Anyone researching these Grays? (Email no longer valid 12/01) Kathlyn Neumann, 3/97

GULLETT
Looking for information on John Tompson BULLETT, b. 9 Jan 1811, Maury co. TN; d. 2 Mar 1882, Lawrence co. MO; m. Letha Moore Brackeen. Both buried in the Lower Hoshaw Cemetery. According to separate biographies of 2 brothers, Samuel Gullett, of Maury co. & Col. Newton Cannon Gullett, of Refugio co. TX, John was a Senator. Could he have been a state senator for MO? Would also like information on Letha Brackeen's family. Cathy Miller, 1/98

HADLOCK
I am researching the descendants of Albert & Malissa California Nicholas Hadlock, m. 7 Mar 1874. They had 6 children in Lawrence co. MO: Elgin; Sarah Lodusky, m. George Holmes; Ella, m. Amos Hash; William; George Herber; Daisie, M. Henry Van Dyken. Glad to share information. Debbie Schumaker, 12/97

HALEY
Joshua HALEY m. Elander HAINES or Eleanor HAYNES, ?TN. Lawrence co. MO 1870 census lists children: George A, 20; Mary, 18; Louesy, 16; Frances, 14; William J, 9; Srah E, 4; Charles J, 9/12. 1880 census lists children as: Rhoda F, 22; William, 18; Sarah, 12; Charles, 10. I believe William J. is william Joshua, m. America Lutisha CHUMBLEY [found m. record in Lawrence co. listing Wm. J. HALY to Lura CHUMLEY, Oct 30, 1881].William J. should have been b. in Mt. Vernon, MO May 12, 1861. Does anyone know where I can find a record of his birth? or church records for his marriage? or newspapers? William J. and America L. dau. Marie Viola, b. 10 Nov 1890/91 in Aurora or Verona, MO. I would like records for other children: Charley, b. 21 June 1883; Lelia, b. 12 Sept 1885; Ethel, b. 5 July 1887; Winnie, b. 19 Nov 1892; Mabel, b. Oct 7, 1895; Verna, b. 24 Sept, 1897; Cecil, b. 24 Mar 1902, Wilma, b. 5 Sept 1908. Joshua HALEY may have d. near Purdy, MO 13 Mar 1902. (Email no longer valid 12/01) galati4, 11/97

HALL
George Hall, b. 5 MAR 1818, d. 1889, founder of Hall Town. Who was he married to? Where did he come from? Parents? (Email no longer valid 12/01) Debra Ross, 4/97

HALTERMAN
I have some early photos of the following: Charley Robinson, Verona, MO, 1886, 1887; Frank Robinson, Verona, MO, 1897; home of J.U. Robinson, Verona, MO; Mr. and Mrs. Box and family, Lawrenceburg, MO, 1881; Mary and Ike Halterman (children), Mt. Vernon. I will happily share these with descendants or researchers. Dottie Elliott, 1/98

HASH / HADLOCK
Amos Hash and Ella Hadlock m. 12 Dec 1899. Ella, b. Sept 1879 in Polk or Lawrence co. MO, but raised on a farm close to Miller, Lawrence co. MO. Amos and Ella lived in Washington state in 1910 and 1917, and in CA by 1936. I need to contact with any descendants. I have lots of information to share on the Hadlock family. Debbie Schumaker, 1/98

HAYS
Would like to know the marriages of the sons and daughters of of Lewis Clayton Hays. He lived in Lawrence county around the turn of the century. (Email no longer valid 12/01) Patrick J. Hayes, 5/97

HAYS / JONES
Looking for any info on John W. Hays, b. 5 Jan 1832; d. 22 Apr 1882. Also Samsin and Susan Jones, parents of Clifton; Joe and Ruth Sexton, parents of Luella; probably Miller area, 1850 or after. Vicki Peterson, 10/97

HENSON / STOTTS
Looking for information on HENSONS and STOTTS. Any information at all will be appreciated. Need some place to start and will take any scrape of info you have. (Email no longer valid 12/01) Fran, 10/97

HODGES
I seeking information on a Susan Hodges who d. Lawrence co. 27 April 1908; m. James Keithley; her father William M. Hodges. Happy searching. (Email no longer valid 12/01) Rick Rantz, 12/97

HOFFMAN
Searching for any record of Charles Wesley Hoffman and S. J. "Lou" Doyle or their children: Maggie, b. @1880; John Thomas, my father, b. Pierce City, May 1882; Charles Linzley, b. @1883; Nannie. The family was living in Arkansas City, KS by 1894. Charles Wesley may have d. MO before the move. The family lines have been lost to one another, and I am trying to reunite them. First they have to found of course. John Hoffman, 1/98

HOWARD
Ingram Howard, blacksmith, b. @1816 SC, m. 25 Sept 1859 Lawrence Co. to Sarah Benton, b.@ 1838, MO. They move to Pineville @1861, McDonald Co. MO. They had seven children: James (20), b. in Mt.Vernon (he stayed); The other six childern b. Pineville: Susan A(18); Mary E(16); Josephine(14); William A(11); Calodona(Sarah?)5; George A (2). That was on the 1880 Sondex. Josephine was my Great Grandmother. She had two girls. She live in Copplesettlement, Cambell co, OK. I would like to find any information I can on the family. (Email no longer valid 12/01) Thomas E Gallentine, 1/97

HOWARD / HADLOCK
Earl Howard and Callie Hadlock m. 15 Jul 1916 at Miller, Lawrence co. MO. Callie's parents wer Elgin Hadlock and Nancy J. Hinkins. After they div. Callie was raised by her grandmother, Malissa California Nicholas Hadlock. I would like to have contact with any descendants. I have lots to share on the Hadlock family. Debbie Schumaker, 1/98

HUNNEL
Carlos F. Hunnell, b. Pierce City, MO 30 Apr 1913; brothers, Paul and Jerry, both lived in Springfield, and Jim and BJ lived in OK; sisters Jessie Sheppard and Faye Weldon, both of Monett, MO, and Goldie Marsie of LA, CA, Mary Baucom of Carthage, MO, Juanite Poe of Independence, MO. Who were parents of these children? Would like to contact any descendant of this family. Diedra Chapin 1/98

HUNT
My gggrandfather was John C. Hunt, b. Miller, MO, 1849; m. Mary Jane Blackburn of Springdale, MO. One of his sons was Clarence Edgar, b. Miller, MO, 1885. I would dearly appreciate any records, info, etc on these people. Especially information on John's father, Daniel & wife, Mary Woodson, who migrated to MO from TN around 1840, d. MO 1905. [P.S. This family seems to be from the Round Grove area. In fact, it is told that my ggrandfather contributed the land on which the church was built and that he was the first one buried there. It is also said that his father, Daniel, was one of the first settlers in the area. Can these reports be documented? Also any info on William Blackburn, d. MO @1878; wife, Sabra Watson. I am at a dead-end. Edgar Lewis Hunt, 10/97

HUNTER
I am trying to find the descendants of Charlotte Hunter, dau. Moses Hunter and Elizabeth Hoge from Montgomery co. VA. Husband: Linzey Hagler. Moses, with family, went to Jasper co. MO in 1857; he was a Northern Sympathizer and did not fare too well there. Part of his beautiful farm is now owned by the Harshaw family. Moses left MO during the Civil War and lived in IL. He came back to Mount Vernon and d. there in 1876. He and wives are buried in Roberts Cemetery in Lawrence co. I will appreciate any information. Parke C. Bogle, 1/98

HUTCHESON / RUARK
Researching James Madison Hutcheson, b. 1910, TN; 1st wife unknown; 2nd wife, Sarah Jane Ruark, b. 1830,IN. Children by 1st wife: Theme, Wherry, Louisa. Theme and Wherry wre Civil War Vets, never married. Louisa unknown. Children by 2nd wife: Emma Oliva and Sherman. (Email no longer valid 12/01) Donald White, 8/97

INGLIS
The 1880 census finds my William INGLIS and family in Lawrence co. MO. William is 27, b. England; wife, Missouri, is 28, b. MO. Children: Lellie, age 3, and Johne, age 8/12, both b. MO. I am looking for information about this family. Thanks. (Email no longer valid 12/01) Sharon Gabel, 3/98

INGRAM
Ingram Howard, blacksmith, b. @1816 SC; m. 25 Sept 1859 Lawrence Co. to Sarah Benton, b.@1838 MO. Moved to Pineville @1861, McDonald Co. Mo. Childern: James, 20, b. Mt.Vernon,he stayed. Others b. in Pineville: Susan A, 18; Mary E, 16; Josephine, 14; William A, 11; Calodona (Sarah?), 5; George A, 2. That was on the 1880 Soundex. Josephine was my G-Grandmother. She had two girls. She live in a place called Copplesettlement (Cambell) OK. I would like to find any information I can on the family. (Email no longer valid 12/01) Thomas E Gallentine, 2/97

JEFFRIES / BURTON / SCHOOLING
My MARTHA T. Jeffries is listed in the 1870 census of Lawrence County, MO. She was listed as part of the household of GEORGE F. Schooling, and was a housekeeper. Records show she was married to RICHARD TAYLOR Burton on 22 October 1871 at the residence of GEORGE Schooling. My grandfather, JOHN T. Burton had a friend named GEORGE FUEL Schooling in St. Vrain, New Mexico. Both the Schooling and Burton families lived many years in Lawrence County, before going to New Mexico. I have a picture that I believe might be of a SCHOOLING, and would like to make a contact with someone from that family. I am hoping it will also help me with my JEFFRIES / BURTON line. Georgia Cunningham, 3/97

JEFFRIES
Searching for descendents of John Toliver Jeffries, b.1822, KY; m. Mary Jane Cunningham. Children: *Eliza J, b. 1844, IN; *Nancy, b. 1846, MO, m. John W. T. King; *Martha W. Tena, b. 1849, Jasper Co., MO, d. 1881, Jasper Co, MO, m. Richard Taylor Burton; *John James, b. 1850, Lawrence Co. MO; *Permilia Jane, b. 1853, Lawrence Co, MO, d. 1931, Tulsa Co, OK, m. Major T. Smith; *Benjamin Warren, b. 1857, Lawrence Co, MO; *Thomas G, b. 1859, Lawrence Co, MO; *Eliza. Georgia Pratt Cunningham, 1/97

JONES
Seeking any informationn about Clifton Jones, 1871-1951 and Luella Sexton, 1870-1943; m. in 1890's. Lived in Miller area in early 1900's; probably some descendents still in the area. Vicki Peterson, 10/97

KENNEDY / YOUNG / ALLEN / WILSON / GILMORE
The above are names of families that came to Lawrence co. Kennedys came in 1830 and later moved to Cedar co. I am hunting for the Nichols family that Allen B. Kennedy married into when he m. Nancy Nichols; she died; he m. 2nd Harriete Hance; she died. He m. 3rd Matilda Gilmore Smith. Any help would be appreciated. Barbara Kesel, 10/97

KERR
Searching for information on, or descendants of, the following: Thomas Jefferson KERR, Robert KERR, William KERR, Rolly (Raleigh) KERR, and Robert Kerr CLACK. They arrived there? in the summer of 1852 according to a letter written back to the family 11-21-1852. Would like to tie the Kerr/Clack connection back to TN. Edna Clack, 8/97

KING
My g-grandparents, James Marion and Winnie Louisa Thompson King, are listed on the 1860 census for Ozark township, Lawrence co. MO. They aren't on the 1850 Lawrence co. census and by 1870 they had moved to Titus, now Franklin co. TX. Any additional information would be appreciated. (Email no longer valid 12/01) E. Balli, 2/98 or try our (link to page not valid) King Web Page.

LAMB
Searching for information on Watson Benjamin Lamb and descendants. My information indicates that he and his family lived in or around Pierce City. He is listed in 1850 census living in Mt. Pleasant with family. I am a direct descendant of son, Henry, b. @1848. Any info greatly appreciated. (Email no longer valid 12/01) Charles Meese, 1/98

LEE / PORTER / TAYLOR
Surnames Barry and Lawrence Counties: LEE, PORTER, TAYLOR-1852-1997. I would like to exchange information with anyone who is researching these surnames. I have lots of information on my part of this line but I would like to trace related members of each family. (Email no longer valid 12/01) Anne Hunt Lozano, 7/97

LeGRAND
Jesse W. LeGRAND, b. @1816, TN, m. Rebecca BOATMAN @1845 in Barren Co, KY, Jesse d. aft 1860 in MO. They owned land in SW Lawrence Co. Where are they buried? Children are: Marion Woodson; Sarah H.; Jesse Jackson; and Mary E. There was a James C. LeGRAND, b. 1811 Bowling Green, KY living on adjoining farm in Barry Co.; and Abram B. LeGRAND, b. 1 Sep 1809 in VA living on adjoining farm in Newton Co. Are Jesse, James & Abram brothers? Who were their parents?? Have exchange information on LeGRAND family. (Email no longer valid 12/01) Barbara Bandy Jones, 3/97

LEWIS
Looking for information on Mary Marsaleen Lewis, b. 22 July 1859, Marionville, MO; m. Arthur Hamilton Grover, 1880, Marionville. Her parents were John L. Lewis and Sara Breadlove. Any leads would be appreciated. (Email no longer valid 12/01) Paul Brizendine, 1/98

LIEVSAY / LIVESAY / LEVISAY
Is there anyone doing research on the family of George Lievsay/Livesay/Levisay, m. Margaret Hackler in VA; lived in Lawrence County, MO for the 1850 and 1860 Census. George and Margaret have not been found since the Civil War. Son, Minitree, also disappeared with his family. Son, Martin, killed during the Civil War. Son, Elin, found in Grayson County, TX in 1880. Where did all of these families go after the Civil War? (Email no longer valid 12/01) Wanda, 3/97

LOWDER
Looking for info on MATTHEW HARRISON LOWDER; wife, ALLETHA RUTH DAVIDSON. Arrived in Lawrence Co. MO, May 1837 from Giles Co. Tenn. The Lowders later moved to Johnson Co. Texas. R. Helwig, 5/97

MAINOUS
Melvina Mainous d. in Lawrence co. in 1913. Her husband Walter Preston Mainous then m. Mary Hendley. Are marriage records available for look up in the 1913 to 1920 time period. Janet K. Eiskina

MEANS / VAUGHAN / DRAKE
Seeking to contact descendants of these families for the exchange of research info. Members of these families resided in Lawrence Co., MO from 1850 until the present. Kenneth Robertson, 8/97

MELTON
Searching for info on Dr. James (Jim) Melton, b. @1850-1870. Family tradition says he practised medicine in Aurora, MO. His siblings included: Liza; Will; Queen; Thomas; Philander; Charles Lee, b. 1867; John Wesley. Any info. appreciated. (Email no longer valid 12/01) Mary Hill, 12/97

MOORE
Looking for information on James Marion Moore, b. 13 May 1811, NC; d. 5 Mar 1873 (I am told in Jefferson City, MO); buried at Marrionville, Lawrence, MO. I do know that the town of Marionville was name after him, and that he is buried in the IOOF Cemetery. Two things that I really need is: 1. Where is his wife Rachel W. Patton Moore buried, and when did she die? 2. I would like to know if he was serving with the General Assembly in Jefferson City when he died? I would also like to make contact with any other descendants of James Marion and Rachel W. Moore. I know that they had at least 10 children: John Patton(my line); William A.; George W.; Clementine; Mary J.; the following d. in infancy and are buried next to James: Samuel C.; Rachel T.; Irene C.; Henry J.; Sarah F. John P. m. Mary A. Elsey; George W. m. Ida M. Barton; Mary J. m. Calvin McCullah. Any help locating relatives of these will be of great help and apprecation. Robert Moore, 7/97

MUNDAY / WILLIAMS / MOORE / PRITCHARD / HENSON
Looking for information on wives of Samuel MUNDAY, b. Feb 12, 1812, KY; moved to Greene co. IL then Lawrence co. MO in 1840's; m. Angelina WILLIAMS, 12 April 1837, Greene co. IL; b. Jan 10, 1819, dau. of William Williams; d. Lawrence co. MO, Oct. 24, 1858. m. next Julia C. MOORE? PRITCHARD, Nov 1859, in Lawrence co. MO; b. TN @1825; d. April 1864 while family was on road to TX. m. next Margaret J. HENSON, Jan 1, 1865, Lawrence co. MO; b. 1830, VA; Samuel MUNDAY was a miller and merchantilist d. Jan 6, 1887 near MT. Vernon, MO; buried in Henson Cemetery. Any connections? Mary Myers, 10/97

MYERS
I am looking for information about William Lewis Myers; m. Mary Ellen Taylor, 1874; lived in Lawence Co. They purchased property 1/2 mile west of Phelps, MO and traded a span of mules with a wagon and harness for 50 acres of brush land. This occured sometime in 1895. I would appreciate any record of the land purchase or census information. (Email no longer valid 12/01) S. Sanders, 8/97

MYERS
Would like information on Robert Myron Myers and Carrie Glasscock. Robert had 3 sisters, Naomi, m. FerrelWilliams; Mary, m.2nd Duesterhaus; 1 brother, William. Robert and Carrie had three sons: Myron; Loyd; Raymond. Appreciate any information or contacts. Mary Myers, 2/98

NEATHERRY
Robert NEATHERRY, b. 20 Oct 1799, VA, occupation, tailor; m. 28 Nov 1846, Barry Co, MO to Lucinda K. ESTES, b. @1831, AR (may not have been first marriage) Children: Mary B, b. @1848, AR, m. James McCANN; Thomas J., b. @1850; Sarah M., b. @1852, m. Elijah MAXWELL; Catherine, b. @1855, AR; James S., b. @1858, m. Isabella HUMBARD: Laban S., b. @1860, AR. Any information appreciated. Lynda Rangeley, 5/97

O'NEAL
Looking for any info on ALTIE NAVY O'NEAL, b. Dec 3, 1880 in Cedar Co, MO. Daughter of JASPER O'NEAL and wife PARALEE FERGUSON, m. 1856 in Stone Co, MO, who appear on the 1860 Census. ALTIE,wife of MILLARD FILLMORE BOND, m. Sept 30, 1899 in Aurora, Lawrence, MO, and the mother of Edna Bond Ripley, my grandmother. Any help appreciated!!! (Email no longer valid 12/01) Janice Bond (Ripley) Phillips, 4/97

O'NEAL / O'NEIL
I am looking for information about Altie Navy O'NEAL /O'NEIL), b. Dec 3, 1880, possibly MO; m. Millard Fillmore BOND, Sept 3, 1899, Aurora, MO. Have signed affidavit from Mr. Blankenship, Feb 25, 1942 in Joplin, MO, stating that their dau (my grandmother) Edna May BOND was b. July 10, 1901 in Aurora. Her mother, Altie, d. Sept 30, 1959, and father, Millard, d. Dec 3, 1947, in Joplin, but got no information from Jefferson City files. Edna attended Washington School in 1909, and Joplin Sr. High School in 1915 and had a younger sister named Gladys. Altie Navy O'NEAL's father was Jasper O'NEAL; he m. in 1856 in Stone County, MO, Paralee FERGUSON, b. Nov 7, 1841, dau James FERGUSON; on the 1850 Franklin Co, TN census. Edna belonged to the Lawrence County Historical Society, probably in the 1970s or '80s; she died in 1989 in Ironton, Iron Co., MO. Thanks for any info you might have. (Email no longer valid 12/01) Jan Phillips, 3/97

OREY
George Orey, b. March 1850, IL, was in the 1900 census with his wife, Nancy C. and children: Rhoda, b. Mar 1890; James F, b. Oct 1893; Edward, b. May 1879 all born KS. (Email no longer valid 12/01) Starlene Oary, 1/98

PERRIMAN
Stephen and Newton Perriman are brothers buried in the Summit Cemetery, Lawrence co. It looks as if two entire families were buried here. Would like to know who their parents are. Elizabeth Periman, 10/97

POINDEXTER
I am searching for Ambrose Poindexter. He lived in Lawrence co. after 1850. I believe he died sometime between 1860-70. Wife's name was Polly Clark. Children: William Harrison; John S.; Virginia. May be buried in Miller, MO. I would like to know if anyone else is looking for this family. And also where to write for a copy of his death certificate? Any help would be appreciated. (Name and link removed per request 12/01.) 9/97

POPE
Any data on James H. POPE, b. 1826 TN; still alive in Pierce City, Lawrence Co. MO in 1891. Div. Delila Caroline Kirby Risenhoover Cox Pope @1870. Delila was in Lawrence Co. Mo in 1871, listed as witness to her daughter Mary Caroline Risenhoover's wedding to Sam. A. Alderson. James H. Pope was not there. Pope Children by first unknown wife: James N.; William; Martha A; Sarah E; Mary J.; 3 sons by Delila: John Sherman; Sherdan; Samuel Alexander. Will share Pope data. (Email no longer valid 12/01) Genevieve Pope Herman, 3/97

PRUITT
I am looking for the will of Pearl Maire Pruitt. She lived in Fairview, MO, which is in Barry or Lawrence counties. I am interested in anything you can tell me about her family and what her life was like. I also interested in her children. I would greatly appreciate your help. Thank you. Louise Pruitt. {I received no email address for you}

RAGSDALE
I am looking for Henry Ezekial Ragsdale, lived in Aurora, Larence Co. He was married to Idella Money Ragsdale. Children; Arthur, b. ~1890; Frank b. ~1891; Clarence b. 2/27/1893; Pearl b. ~1895; Violet b. ~1897. Henry d. ~1899. I would specifically like to know where he was born. Chris Ragsdale, 4/97

RAY
I am looking for information about Thomas E. RAY; m. Rhoda A. Davenport in Sangamon co, IL, 1855. In 1870-80 census, living in Mt. Vernon. An information about Thomas, Rhoda and children would be greatly appreciate. Thanks. (Email no longer valid 12/01) Carole Tremaglio, 9/97

ROBINSON
I have some early photos of the following: Charley Robinson, Verona, MO, 1886, 1887; Frank Robinson, Verona, MO, 1897; home of J.U. Robinson, Verona, MO; Mr. and Mrs. Box and family, Lawrenceburg, MO, 1881; Mary and Ike Halterman (children), Mt. Vernon. I will happily share these with descendants or researchers. Dottie Elliott 1/98

SMITH*
I am looking for the parents of my great-grandmother, Martha "Mattie" Smith, b. Feb 1881, Nevada, MO. I found her in Aurora Twp, Lawrence County on the 1900 census. She is listed as a border with Robert Armour. This listing is just 2 months before her marriage to my great-grandfather, Sherman Smith of Eagle Rock, MO. Her maiden name was Smith and she married a Smith. She had at least one brother, Frank Smith. The story is that after her mother died, her stepfather gave her away when she was very young. Any information would be greatly appreciated. Pam Creek, 5/97

STACY / STACEY*
Looking for information on John Wesley Stacy / Stacey, b. @1856, MO, possibly Lawrence co. I don't know John's parent's names, but they too were b. MO. John m. 1891-92, a 15 year old TX girl, Emma, possible full name: Frances Emmeline Thompson. Dau, Lee, b. 1892-93, MO. By Sep 23, 1896, the family moved to Waco, TX where my grandfather, William Wesley, was born. If anyone has any information pertaining to this family, please contact me. KYLPTTY44, 2/98

STEARNS*
Searching for the Lewis and Louisa Stearns who came from Iowa and Ohio and settled in Lawrence County, not sure of the year. He served in the Iowa 7 Calvary Company A. All information welcome, Thanks. BJWarnecke, 3/97

STEWART
Am looking for information on the STEWART family in Pierce City, Lawrence County, Missouri. My great-great grandfather, Abijah Stewart died there in 1888. His wife Sarah Margarett Morrison Stewart died in 1920. I'm not sure where either are buried in Pierce City, but have been told it is in a church cemetery. Would like to know where graves are. Any information on this family would be greatly appreciated. Thanks in advance. (Email no longer valid 12/01) Mark Hill, 6/97

STOTTS
Interested in information on origin and founder of Stotts City, MO. Also trying to determine identity of M. C. Stotts, b. @1810; may have been related to William Catron and/or William Henson (1828-1872. (Email no longer valid 12/01) Francine Miller, 10/97

TALLEY
Looking for more information about my grandparents: William Talley, b. 1 Jan 1873, Phelps co. MO, d. 10 Mar 1932, Aurora, MO, and Pearl May Hammonds, 18 Oct 1886, Carroll co. AR, d. 1936, Aurora, MO. William's parents: John Franklin Talley, b. 26 July 1848, AR, d. 22 June 1930, Aurora, MO, served in Company K, 16th MO Cavalry. Wife: Laura L, b. 25 July 1853 d. 21 Mar 1930, Aurora, MO. I believe John's father was William A. Talley, b. TN @1824. Any help or direction will be greatly appreciated. (Email no longer valid 12/01) Rick Talley, 2/98

THOMAS
I am looking for information, particularily date of death, for Nathan Thomas. Nathan was b. @1822 in SC/TN and died sometime after 1870; on 1870 Lawrence Co. census, but have not been able to find after that; m. 1)Essissa?? in TN, after her death, probably in Lawrence Co. @1855, m. 2) Mary Jane Pharis, probably a widow with two children, @1856 in Lawrence Co. Would appreciate any info on him or his family. Gary Beasley, 5/97

THOMPSON / YANCEY
Seeking information about my g-g-grandmother Mary W. THOMPSON YANCEY. She was born ca. 1820 in KY and moved to Polk Co., MO about 1832. She married Jeremiah YANCEY in 1835. They lived in Polk, Platte, Jasper, and Lawrence counties. He died in 1872. I found a marriage record for Mary W. YANCEY to L. A. YOUNG in Lawrence Co. The marriage was 27 Nov 1879. I could not find them in the 1880 census. Would like to know where they lived in 1880 and when she died and where she is buried. Any help would be appreciated. Sherry Yancey Babb, 6/97

THORP
Looking for information on descendants of Robert D. Thorp, b. 1841, Fulton co. IL, d. July 28, 1919, Pierce City, MO and Martha G. Springer, b. Ireland, d. May 14, 1906, Pierce City, MO. Children: Rachel, b. 10 May 1876, Wells, Webster co. NE, m. Miser, d. 22 Jan 1916; Hannah M, b. 17 Dec 1878, Wells, NE, m. Tate. Any info would be appreciated. Judy Benish, 2/98

UNDERWOOD / BALLARD
David Bascom Underwood, b. 1 Mar 1834, Washington co. IL; m. Malissa M. Ballard, b. 17 July 1830, also Washington co. IL, m. 13 Nov 1856 in Washington co. IL. Malissa, dau. of John Ballard and ? Dennis. David and Malissa moved to Lawrence co. MO between March 1863 - March 1866 with 3 children: William thomas; Charles Edward; Louise Alice. They lived in the Buck Prairie community and had more Children: Ida Elizabeth; Laura Belle; Nancy Jane; Leroy Caswell. They moved to TX in 1875. David Bascom is said to have known Frank and Jesse James and may have been in a guerilla band with them. Can't find his name connected with them during their outlaw days after the war, but would interested to find out if this is true. Also looking for information on David's parents and Malissa's parents. Will be happy to share info. Jeri Smith, 11/97

VANDYKEN / HADLOCK
Henry VanDyken and Daisy Elizabeth Hadlock m. 23 Dec 1914 in Mt. Vernon, Lawrence co. MO. They spent most of their life on a farm close to Miller, MO. Children: Hellen, m. Raymond Elliott; Albert, m. Maryann Webb; Neola, m. Max Holladay, m.2nd Glenn Moore. I would like to contact with any descendants. I have lots of information to share. Debbie Schumaker, 1/98

VERMILLION
Looking for proof of parents of John Vermillion, b. @1837, d. 1888; m. Mary Smith in 1854 in Lawrence co. I believe John's father is Rueben Vermillion of Barry co, but have no proof. John fought on the Union side during the Civil War and Rueben had other sons who fought on the Confederate side. (Email no longer valid 12/01) Patricia Cravens, 10/97

WAGNON
My grandmother, Addie Agnes Wagnon, b. 21 Apr 1886 (census) in MO. Parents: David A. Wagnon and Mary Molly Covin of Monroe co. AL. I have found several Wagnon's in Lawrence co. MO Social Security Death Index. Is anyone researching these Wagnon's. I also accept Wagnon queries on my webpage. Thank you. (Email no longer valid 12/01) Barbara Prestridge, 12/97

WALLACE
Thomas Jefferson Wallace, father of Robert Grant Wallace. Thomas, b. July 27, 1823; m. Sarah M. Bayless, Jan 21, 1847; lived in Berryville, AR in 1860; not found there in 1870. Robert Grant lived in Cassville, MO in early 1900's. One of his sons was my dad, Richard Rector Wallace, b. in Cassville, Sept 10, 1903. I am looking for Thomas Jefferson's location after Berryville, AR. (Email no longer valid 12/01) Bill Alan Wallace, 10/97

WEBB /Dunop
Looking for information on the children of William Henry WEBB and Mary [Amanda] Dunlop. Children: Henry Cleveland b. 1886; Wilson, b. 1888, both in Mt. Vernon; there are 4 more children unknown to me. Also looking for Mary's parents, b. MO. Thanks. (Email no longer valid 12/01) Michael Webb, 2/98

WHITE
I am searching for the ancestors of Albert White, b. 11 Oct 1820 and wife, Mary (Polly) Stotts, b. 14 May 1824, both were Adair co. KY; moved to Lawrence co. 1850. 14 children: James Albert, my g.grandfather, m. Mary Beatrice Petty; child: Beulah, m. Wm. Lawrence Shelton; their child: Reba Beatrice, m. McDonald. If there is any info on Albert & Polly's ancestors or descendants, I would greatly appreciate knowing about it. Thanks! Ruby, 1/98

WHITE
I would like information on Hetty E. (Elizabeth?) White, b. 28 Aug 1848, MO; d. 2 Feb 1889 Fayetteville, Washington co. AR, buried Mount Comfort Cemetery. All I have to place her in Lawrence co is a marriage record to Edward Huls on 11 Mar 1863. At the time, Edward was serving with the 6th KS Cavalry which was presumably stationed nearby. The marriage record in his pension record, spelled his name Hults. I would like to find more about Hetty's family so any information would be greatly appreciated. I do not have access to the 1850 or 60 MO census, so any help looking there would also be greatly appreciated. Thanks for you time and efforts. Bert Edens, 1/98. My Web Page

WHITE
Looking for any information about my gr. grandfather Wm. W. WHITE b. 1824 PA. m. Mary Ann (Polly Ann) Williams b. 1834 VA, April 12, 1857 in Mt. Vernon, Lawrence Co. MO. Family oral history says Mary Ann-Polly Ann was a Cherokee Indian (cannot prove that). Their son George W. was born in Mt. Vernon, Feb. ll, 1859. William WHITE'S 1st m. Francis M.____(?), d. before 1856. 3 daughters by this marriage were: Carolyn, b. 1846, Sarah A. b. 1848 m.John D. Bryant in 1871, Springfield, and Frances Lovetta June b. 1850 m. James D. POTTER in 1872, Springfield. If anyone has information on any of these people I would be interested in exchanging. Thanks so much. Dorothy White Casler, 5/97

WHITE
I am looking for any background info on my g-grandmother Matilda May/Mae White; m. William Charles Gullett in Lawrence Co, MO, date unknown. Matilda, b. April 22, 1837; d. July 23, 1898. Children: James William, 1861; George Armstrong, b. 9 June 1864; John Walter, b. 14 Oct 1865. I don't know if she was born in Lawrence Co. Would like info on her parents or any other family ties. Thanks! (Email no longer valid 12/01) Sandy Odom, 3/97

WILEY
I am looking for information on my grandmother's ancestors: Anna Marie WILEY, b. 24 Nov 1887/99 in Monett, Wentworth, or Pierce City, MO. Her mother's name was Rachel THORPE, from the same area. Rachel's other children: Robert, d. young; Mary. Father apparently left when kids were little; believe she m.2nd MEYERS; d. when grandmother was 9. Anna Marie and Mary raised by Grandfather Thorpe. Grandmother had 2 husbands: 1st, William Francis NOLAN; 2nd, Percy Lewellen FISON, my grandfather; 5 children; d. Joplin, MO Jan. 1972. Any help would be welcome. Share Grandmother's Validictory speech, 1917
Susan R. Fison, 3/98

WILLIAMS
I am looking for the family of Martha (maiden name unknown) WILLIAMS. Only know she married Henry WILLIAMS in Jan/Jun 1862; div. in Aug 1867; still alive in 1872. son, John William "Will" WILLIAMS, b. May 1866. Martha may have lived near Billings, MO or Lawrence County, MO. If you know anything about her please contact me. Deanna Williams, 4/97

WILSON
Looking for relatives of John & Sarah Wheelock Wilson who came to Lawrence Co. @1870. Children: George Willis, m. Arazonia Brite; Charles H.; Nettie, m. P.J. Lehnhard); Carrie M., m. E.E. Squires). Any info would be appreciated. (Email no longer valid 12/01) Denny Cope, 3/97

WILSON, STOTTS
Searching for information on Alvin C. WILSON, m. Nancy Francis STOTTS, in Forrest Home, Lawrence co. MO, July 5, 1888. Children: Mary (May) Ann, b. 1891, Stotts City, my grandmother, and Edgar. Nancy d. before 1900 and Alvin m.2nd Minnie. I believe they eventually relocated to OR. I would like to know Alvin's parents and burial place of Nancy. Gearldean McCrary, 3/98

WILSON
Looking for info on my great-grandparents, George Willis Wilson, b. 1853; d. 1908; sheriff of Pierce City, Lawrence Co, MO; m. 1878, Arazonia (Arizona) Brite, b. 1860 d. 1918; Children: Carrie Edna (was in Buffalo Bills Wild West Show and 101 Ranch Shows); William H; Jessie; Nettie; Julia; Wilma. I have lots of info on their children on down I'll be willing to share. (Email no longer valid 12/01) DennyJ, 1/97

WOLFSBERGER
Looking for information on the WOLFSBERGER family who came to Pierce City, Mo in 1878. Parents were Johannes Baptista WOLFSBERGER m. to Katharina WEIDNER, 25 Nov 1850,Marietta, PA. Son, George Francis m. Albertina Wilhelmina BRUENN at St. Mary's Church in Pierce City, 16 Feb. 1886. Childeren: Franciska Katharina, Mary Magdallena, Rosalia Regina, Justina Elizabeth, Cecelia Dorothea, Wilhelmina Bertha, Margaret Louisa, Clara Helena, John Baptista, William Joseph, and George Richard. Any information would be appreciated. Thank you. Sandy Sharpy, 5/97

WOODSON
I'm looking for information on Henry WOODSON, b. @1844, Pike co. MO; moved to Lawrence co. @1885. (Email no longer valid 12/01) Chris Ragsdale, 3/98

WOODWARD
Looking for information about family of my grandfather, Claude William Woodward, b. near Auroria, MO, 26 July 1889. His mother's name was Mollie Davis. No information about his father. His parents apparently moved from TN to MO sometime in early 1880's. (Email no longer valid 12/01) Joe Woodward, 10/97

WRIGHT / ADAMS
Anyone have information on Lucinda Wright, wife of Wilson Wright, who was living with dau. Mary E. Adams, wife of James Adams living in Clay Township, Greene County, MO in 1870. The Wrights & Adams had previously lived in Lawrence County, MO. Mary E, b. @1838/39, TN. (Name and link removed per request 12/01) 1/97

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