Wm & Penny Kresl   September 10, 1998
Looking for connections to Delos HALE or a Marshal HALE.   They first were in Jefferson Co, WI and bought land by 1848, in the town of Concord.   He is listed as buying land in Lacrosse Co by 1857.   I am looking for connections to this Delos Hale and my ggg grandmother Sarah (Fanny) HALE who died 1875 in Jefferson Co, WI.   I believe he was either her brother or a father.   The name Delos has been used through today(1998) Sarah and my ggg, James Sargent named 2 of their son's Daniel Delos (one died the other was my gg) and the other was Delos Sargent and he also died in Chenango Co, NY before they settled in Jefferson Co, WI.   I believe this man related.

Gene Lang   September 10, 1998
Trying to find information on Henry LANG, may have came over from Germany.   Born 1838 Died 1921, fought in Civil War, lived on land grant farm in Browns Valley near Mindoro.   I am trying to find information prior to civil war duty as to parents and if he was born in US or Germany.   Thank You.

Judy Hoff   September 7, 1998
My mother was born on February 20, 1923 and was adopted in April 1923.    Her birthname was Jean Long, born to Mary M Long in La Crosse WI.    She realizes that her mother may not be living but was curious as to any siblings.    She was adopted by Charles and Rose Swartz.    Any information would be appreciated including additional areas to search.

Alice Linsey-Fluegge   September 2, 1998
I am searching for the descendants of John McELDOWNEY (born in Omagh, County Tyrone, Ireland.) and Jane RAMSEY.  I have extensive additional information on some of the West Salem descendants.  If anyone would like to share information on this family and descendents, please contact me.

Lauri Ashton   September 2, 1998
I am searching for relatives or leads for Thomas HUGHES b. 1826 Wales, lived in Wisconsin prior to 1853 to about 1870, had at least three children, William HUGHES, Elizabeth HUGHES and Mary J. HUGHES.  Thomas HUGHES owend 160 acres in 1856 in LaCrosse Co., removed to Minnesota Blue Earth Co, by 1870. Lived in Welsh communities with ROBERTS, EVANS, OWENS and like.
OWENS. ? OWENS was b. Wales. Had at least: John D. OWENS b. 1855, Wisconsin; and Sarah OWENS, b.ca.1850 Wisconsin. Lived in vicinity of Thomas HUGHES.

Richard Scheimann   August 30, 1998
I am interested in contacting Mrs. Claire Steinmetz Billock, who researched the family lines of HAHN, FRIEDRICH, and GRODE, and published her work in 1984. She is no longer at her La Crosse address. I would appreciate any information. I am a direct descendant of her Friedrich and Grode lines. Linda Scheimann

Pamala Mannon   August 20, 1998
Looking for Joesiph (Bud)(also Joshia) Willment RUHNER (also RUNNER).
Joesiph is my father.  I'm tryig to find him and the names of his mother and father.   He was born in 9/26/1919 in Wisconsin.  Married to Elenor WILKIE in Milwaukee.   They lived in the La Crosse area.  She has pass away before I found out about my dad.  I did not know Joesiph was my father until I was in my mid 30's.  The last anyone heard anything about him was his car was found along side of the road in Ga.  He also served in WWII Tank Division 7th Armored Infantry.
I do not know much about my family.   Any help you could give me I would be very thankful.  God Bless and have a nice day.  Thank You, Pamala Mannon

Gwen A. Woods   August 19, 1998
I am seeking information on Charles and Inez (MORSE) PALMER.  Charles and Inez were married in Lacrosse on October 10, 1876.  They had three children that I know of: Ruby, Charlie and Samuel (Seth).  Samuel is the only child I know for sure was born in Lacrosse.   Charles was a traveling salesman for H.B.Laflin in La Crosse.  Any additional information on this family would be greatly appreciated.  Gwen A. Woods

Frank Palmer  August 12, 1998
My BETZ ancestors came to the US in 1842 and settled in Racine Co. before moving to LaCrosse Co. in 1854.  Johannis BETZ was born in Germany in 1802.

Frank Palmer  August 12, 1998
My ancestor Frederich Wilhelm HASS came from Prussia in the 1850s.  He had a journal giving his ancestry which was translated and condensed by two of his granddaughters.  Unfortunately parts of his history are missing.  Does anyone know the whereabouts of the original?  Thanks

Frank Palmer  August 12, 1998
Joseph KNOBLOCH came from Germany in the 1869 and settled in the LaCrosse area.  I am searching for his ancestry.  I don't have exact dates or places.  A census record says his wife was Bohemian and he was from Germany.

Sharon  August 9, 1998
I am researching: KEMNITZ, (C)Karl August- born 1834 Prussia.  Immigrated in 1855.  Lived in Town of Campbell, LaCrosse, Wisconsin from 1855-1873 with his wife Wilhelmina (Caroline) WOLF & their children.They moved to Nebraska about 1872.   Also lived next to his wifes family WOLF (WOLFF/WOLFE), Ludwig(Louis/Lewis) and his wife & children. I have also been told their is a KLEINSCHMIDT & WEIMER family connection in LaCrosse, Wisconsin. Any information would be appreciated.

Name Unknown  August 8, 1998
I'm searching for my Great Grandmother, Maria HOVERN born-Jan1, 1852 from Ostre Toten, Norway.  She immigrated with her parents Evan and Anne HOVERN in 1852, which means Maria was about 9 months old while on the ship to Quebec. She also came with her 4 brothers and sisters.  They settled near Pigeon Creek. I believe Maria's last name was EVANSDATTER prior to her marriage to Olaus NELSON from Vestre Toten, Norway. I cannot find the names to Maria's sisters and brothers and where they might have gone, married, etc.  I also do not know where her parents has gone as well. Any help will be greatly appreciated. Thank you.

Marci Duryea  July 28, 1998
Looking for:
HORNER, Edward, from England, wife's name unknown. Their son Arthur was born in Wisconsin in 1857, town unknown.
EGAN, Michael, from Ireland, wife's name unknown. Their daughter Frances was born in Plattsburg, NY in 1859.
Arthur HORNER married Frances EGAN, possibly in LaCrosse, ca. 1880. Arthur and Frances had at least a few of their children while living in LaCrosse ca. 1890. Trying to find any family information on Arthur and Frances' parents and siblings.

Trond Baekkevold  July 28, 1998
I am looking for relatives in the USA.  Peder Olsen UTHUS, born 6th dec 1855 in Elverum, Norway left Norway on the ship "Angelo" on 17th apr 1885.  His destination was La Crosse.  He might have changed his name, OLSON could be a guess, but on the other hand his brothers who went to Minnesota kept UTHUS as a family name.  I would appreciate any information.

Jim Chalsma  July 26, 1998
Researching the surname of CHALSMA .  The family was from New Amsterdam and Holman area with some family in Galeville.  People currently residing in La Crosse are Glen CHALSMA and Bob CHALSMA. There is also the family of Howard Chalsme living outside of Holman.  Some of the older names are Jewitt CHALSMA, Sharke CHALSMA. My father was Leslie A. CHALSMA who currently resides in Fort Worth, Texas.  I am James A. CHALSMA and have resided in the Little Rock, Arkansas are for 24 years.  Any help would be appreciated.

Laurie Jensen  July 26, 1998
I am searching for my great-grandfather, who immigrated from Norway to LaCrosse in the late 1870's or early 1880's.   His name is Anders GAARDER (GORDER).   Have also spelled the name "Gaarder", "Gorder", and "Garder."   He was born in 1820.   His wife Berte, died in 1898 in Minnesota, but we are certain that Anders died in 1895 or earlier.
I can't find anything at all about Anders GAARDER.   I have learned that his son, Peter GAARDER was still living in LaCrosse in 1936.   I contacted some Gaarders near LaCrosse - no relationship.   Have contacted Norway- where I did get his birth & marriage dates, etc.   The only thing we do know is that Anders immigrated from Norway to LaCrosse, Wisconsin.   His wife and two daughters came in 1877.   We don't know when the other children came except for my grandma, who came in 1885.   We believe Anders died in 1895 or earlier because his wife (Berte) was living with my grandmother in 1895, according to the census - Anders was not mentioned.   Any help would be greatly appreciated.

Joyce Frey  July 22, 1998
I am looking for cousins of the family of Benedict OTT.  They would include the names of ULRICH, TULENS, ROEMER, BLUMSTRIB, and FOX.  Benedict came to La Crosse County in 1856.

Victoria L. McCartyJuly 15, 1998
Hello, I have just returned from a family reunion in the Midwest - we are researching the SAUGSTAD and THOMPSON (descendants from Trygvie (Thomas) ANDERSON HJEMLIE who immigrated from the Brumendahl area of Norway in the 1800's. The fourth brothers named SAUGSTAD also came from Norway about the same time - approximately 1861. All came to LaCrosse County and from there went on to Iowa and South Dakota, coming back to LaCrosse. It seems apparent that there must have been a community of some kind in LaCrosse County who had come from the same area in Norway - the Ringsaker Church parishes - both Veldre and Ringsaker.
Do you have any history on the Norwegians who came to LaCrosse County at that time. One of the brothers remained in Wisconsin - in the Milwaukee area (West Allis). We are very anxious to determine what the magnet was that drew these families to LaCrosse County. I would like to know if there is any history of this time that would be helpful to me - and where I might find it. Thank you for your assistance.
Victoria L. McCarty - [email protected]
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Rita KingKadeJuly 15, 1998
Hello! I am a La Crosse native, graduate of Central High, class of 1947. I attended the 30th reunion of my class and was given a brick from the old high school which had been torn down! I am doing some roots genealogy digging, which is difficult for me as I have no relatives living in La Crosse anymore.
The person I am interested in is Donald GORDON. His father's name was George GORDON, an attorney. Donald, I believe, was also an attorney and a graduate of Cornell U. Law School. I found the family in the 1920 census records at the National Archives branch in New York. As of January, 1920, George GORDON was 58, Donald was 16, and mother's name was Stella. Father was listed as lawyer, general practice. I believe Donald was in father's law firm around 1929-1930 and there may have been a partner, Stanley LOWE or LAW.
Anything at all you could find on Donald GORDON would be greatly appreciated.
Cordially, Rita Kingkade, 22-62 27th Street, Apt. 1A, Astoria, New York 11105

Name Not OfferedJuly 15, 1998
I am looking for information on William and Mahala BROWN. They lived in LaCrosse in late 1800's before moving to the Richland County North Dakota area. They had five children that went to school in the LaCrosse schools. They were Harry, born 1888, Mrytle, Hazel, Herman and Cecil. Any information would be helpful. Thank you.

Name Not OfferedJuly 15, 1998
Looking for information on Milo BRADLEY and Andrew, Nancy, Daniel BRADLEY. Early settlers of Walworth county, removed to Monroe and then La Crosse.

Gudmund NordhagenJuly 15, 1998
My great-grandfather�s sister Petra Eveline EVENSDATTER, born at Ostre Toten Norway Oct. 6. 1861, married Anton Fredriksen SOGSTADEIE in La Crosse Oct. 18. 1884. Interested in any information about them and their descendants if any.
Thanks, Gudmund Nordhagen

Donald L. Murray  June 18, 1998
Looking for information on Tom FINDLAY, who resided in Cold Springs, La Crosse Cnty. He is my GGrandfather. His son Arthur August FINDLAY was born in Cold Springs 20 Aug 1889. Thanks.

Marsha Gottschalk  June 17, 1998
Researching Timothy and Margaret O'BRIEN
They lived in La Crosse between 1860-75. They had some of their children there and moved on from there. Looking to see if someone else connected to the family still lived in the area that may have some ties. None of the children were old enough to marry there before moving away. But maybe the parents had some siblings that remained behind. Any help would be appreciated greatly.

Janet Kotek  June 15, 1998
Hi ! I'm looking for any information on my Grandfather Vincent KARL born August 19, 1896. I would like to know when he died and where. He had brothers Joseph, Adam, Peter, Henry, John. He also had sisters but I do not know their names. Also if he remarried or had any other children other then Lawrence and Robert Karl. Robert past away on April 1994. My dad is still living in Onalaska, WI. Vincent was married to Francis (SCHMIDT) then left her and we would like to find some of our living relatives. I'm doing this for my dad. He would like to know more about his family. Thank you. Janet Kotek

Homer E. Hollingsworth  June 14, 1998
I'm looking for information on the parents of Clarence C. MILLER. Their name were James and Harriett (IRELAND) MILLER. Clarence may have been born in Richland Co 20 Feb.1874. His family move to La Crosse Co. some time after he was born.

Marcia Wilcox  June 11, 1998
Looking for information about Milo PORTER, b.1827, Jefferson Co., NY, d.bef.12 Feb 1912, Fitzgerald, Ben Hill Co., GA, m. 8/1864 in LaCrosse, WI, Orilla Francisca MARTIN. Milo served in the 16th WI Vol. Inf., Co C, and was badly wounded at Shiloh & invalided out in 8/1862. At least 3 children were born to this marriage, poss. all in LaCrosse Co.: Asa, b.1865, Thomas H., b.1869, and Leslie, b.1877. This is according to US Army disability papers, written in Milo's hand. At some point, they moved to Little Falls, MN, were divorced, then remarried in Little Falls, 4 Oct 1892. We may be cousins, since I am descended from Milo's child Ann from his first marriage. Any information gratefully accepted. Am willing to share info on my side of the family.

Keri Brewitz  June 11, 1998
Looking for info on Joseph RIEPLE (RIPLEY) married to Adelheid EPPENBERGER in LaCrosse, Greenfield Township 1858. Living with them on 1860 census is Sophia age 12. Want to know who she is, possible mother to my gggrandfather. Also any info on any RIEPLE, RIPLEY, EPPENBERGER in that area from 1850-70. Happy to share.

Holly M. Snead  June 3, 1998
I have been trying to find any information on the parents of my great grandparents. My grandfather, Ralph Russell PARCE, born 6/27/1899 in LaCrosse, Wisconsin, married Florence DANSBERRY born 8/15/1900, believed to be also born in LaCrosse.
Brothers and sisters of Florence DANSBERRY were Earl, born after 1903, Milton, born 11/11/1903, Vera, born 9/14/1906, and Ida, born 7/6/1910. Their parents were Walter DANSBERRY, born abt 1882, and Antoinette NELSON, born abt 1880. Would really love to hear from anyone who has information on the DANSBERRY surname. From information from my father, Walter was one of 13 children born to his parents, but I only know of his name and possibly an additional sister, Ora DANSBERRY, born 10/21/1883. It is believed that Antoinette NELSON's line came from Norway, and that her parents settled in LaCrosse, Wisconsin. I have received information that her parents may be Nels NELSON, born 8/19/1846, in Norway, and Martha OLSON, born abt 1848, believed to be in Oslo, Norway. They married 10/29/1869, in LaCrosse, Wisc. If anyone has any information on these families, please get in touch with me. I am at a loss as to where the family is hiding.
Thanks in advance, Holly M. Snead, 5761 Bethel Road, Clermont, Ga. 30527

Diane Ringel  June 3, 1998
I am searching for information on Joseph RINGEL.
He had a farm in La Crosse, Wisconsin circa 1879. He married Mary KOENIG abt 1873 in LaCrosse. He moved to Walla Walla Washington in 1890. Also seeking any information on Mary's parents who farmed in La Crosse.
Thank you. Diane Ringel [email protected]

Jack Bathrick  May 23, 1998
Looking for information on William JONES born in LLansannan, Denbighshire Wales on 9/16/1815 and married Mary VAUGHN from Holywell.   Emigrated to US in 1848 with one child and spent 10 years in Remsen, NY before moving to a farm at La Crosse, WI.   He was a Baptist minister at Nekimi near Oskosh for four years and later (c1890) at the Baptist Church in Ridgeway, Iowa County, WI.   He died around 1893.   One of his children was Samuel S. JONES, M.D.

John Gamerdinger  May 19, 1998
Seeking information on my great grandmothers family.   Mary JENKS married Milo ABBOTT at Onalaska, 16 Nov 1857.
Mary's first husband was named Hudson (Hutson?).  They had at least one child, a boy, Al.   Am more interested in Mary's birth family.  On her marriage record her fathers name is given as Merenda JENKS and her mothers name as Mary.

Terry Dugan  May 16, 1998
 I'd be interested in getting information on my parent's families, both of whom were born and raised in LaCrosse:
John Conway Dugan, b. Oct. 1900; father: Larry Dugan, a LaCrosse policeman; mother: Ellen Conway.
Jessie T. Evans, b. Feb. 1902; father: Edward Evans, M.D.; mother: Sarah Thompson.
I have some information on the Evans side, but virtually nothing on the Dugan side, other than some relatives names: Welch, Levaque (spelling?), Hoeschler (spelling?), and Conway. My searches so far have turn up blanks. Hope someone there can fill in lots of blanks! Thanks. Terry Dugan, Sacramento, CA

Chris Smith  May 15, 1998
Looking for info on a Gabriel CHRISTOPHER b. 8 Jul 1911 d. Jan 1979 in La Crosse, WI

Karen Dearmit  May 15, 1998
I am searching for information of the family of George ARNOLD (born on July 23, 1829 in Hessia, Germany) and Catherine ZIEGLER ( born on March 17, 1834 in Baden, Germany). They had several children, Barbara who married Herman Klug; Anna who married John Fritz Kreher; Ellen who married Charles Hensel; Erline; Adam who married first Louisa Hensel and then after her death married Josephine Hensel; Charles who married a Augusta; William who married Anna Edelback, Henry who married a Mary; Bertha who married Ed Manning and Herman who married Maggie. This family first showed up in Glenco Township, Buffalo County in 1860. Some of the family were found in the city of Arcadia, Trempealeau Co. later.

I am also searching for the family of Edward HENSEL and Wilhelmina MOLDENHAUER. They had Charles who married Ellen Arnold, Louisa who married Adam Arnold, Matilda who married Charles Kenyon, Josephine who married Adam Arnold, Julius, Martha who married a Woodruff and then later married a man named Ross, Guy who married a woman named Doris, Grace who married a Vernon, Franklin, Viola and Harvey. This family lived in Buffalo Co., Glenco Township and across the board in Trempealeau Co. in Arcadia. Any help would be appreciated.

Rose DeRocher   May 13, 1998
Looking for obit for Joseph DeROCHER, date of death, Aug 22, 1880. I looked at death certificate and there was no information listed. Please if someone could look it up and see if there is any info about his family it would be greatly appreciated. Thanks! Rose DeRocher

Stencelray   May 3, 1998
I'd like to know if anyone is familiar with the Jackson Street area of LaCrosse and what it would have been like in the 1910s and 20's.   My Maternal Gmother apparently lived there and there are conflicting family stories as to what kind of life her family was leading.   I am assuming it wasn't a particularly wealthy neighborhood, but also was it ethnically and religiously diverse?   Apparently this lady was Irish on one side and Jewish on the other.   I find that odd for the early 1900s.
Ruth Rosemary KANTER, daughter of Charles KANTER (socialist and trolley driver) and Lulubelle DIVINE.   Thanks!

Jan Olson   May 2, 1998
I have been doing research on the family name of Elijah Charles COON who was born in Canada in 1858 but died in La Crosse in 1914 and of his children.   If this is the information that you would like to have let me know and I can send you what I have been able to have comfirmed to be accurate.   Thank you

Ron Huntley   April 29, 1998
I would like to post the name of Thomas HUNTLEY, born about 1854 in Washington County.He worked for Burlington Northern Railroad at La Crosse.   Thanks, Ron Huntley
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W. Joyce Smith   April 28, 1998
ADAMS:
I have a deathdate for an - Archie G. ADAMS of La Crosse - Farmington township - 6 July 1973.   I would appreciate someone to look-up obit, I suspect this maybe a relation.   Seeking parents, and other relations names.   Thank You

June Ubben   April 20, 1998
Seeking information on the GREENE(GREEN) family including Florence, Lester, and Margaret.
Have a card from their mother or father dated 1914 with a picture of them on it.   Also have a letter from Florence MENSING and a telegram from Belle PERKINS.   Should be around LaCrosse from 1914 into the 1930's.   Believe they were cousins of my grandfather Frank CURTIS, who was born in Melvina, Monroe County.   Does anyone remember the CURTIS name or possible VanHOESEN?
Thank you for any additiional information.

Jean Boicourt   April 15, 1998
Elizabeth BARTH, daughter of Balser BARTH, was born on Sept 9, 1853 in LaCrosse, LaCrosse Co., WI.   Her mother's name was Elizabeth, but nothing more is known about her.   Elizabeth married George Flavel CHAPIN on January 18, 1875 in Sullivan, Jefferson County, WI.
I would REALLY like to find something about Balser and Elizabeth BARTH, my gggrandparents.

Gale   Jan 22, 1998
Seeking info about Samuel LOPER, wife Lillian ALEXANDER thought to have lived in LaCrosse late 1800.   Lillian died 29 September 1925 while living with her daughter,Mrs. J. VINER.
Samuel and Lillian's children: Julia, James, Florence, Ida, possibly the following: Violetta, George, John, and Jennie.

Mary Palmer   Jan 15, 1998
Looking for information on the parents and family of Elizabeth HOFFMANN.
Possibly born in LaCrosse on May 3, 1857.   Thank you for any assistance.