December 16, 1996 ALEXANDER: I have information on the Alexander family of Meigs County, Ohio. If anyone has other information, please contact me. Millie Alexander (Email ishkani@ibm.net).December 16, 1996 KIMES: I am interested in information on the Kimes family of Pomeroy, OH. Specifically, Sylvester KIMES, who had a son William Edward in 1861, and a son Eli (Owen) born in 1864. Please Email any information you might have. Thanks, Bill Bojanowski (Email bojanowskib@highlandil.com).
December 16, 1996 MAZE, DANIELS: Searching for marriage information in Meigs Co. circa 1872 for MAZE, Commodore P. b. Aug 1848, Wood Co., VA, and DANIELS, Harriet Jane b. 1848, Jefferson Co., OH. Any help would be very appreciated. Diane Dunnigan (Email DRTD@AOL.COM).
December 16, 1996 SPIRES, DODRIDGE: I am looking for information on my grandmother Nora Spires who married into the Dodridge (Doddridge) family. She lived in the Meigs county, Ohio, area. Any help would be appreciated. Cheryl Mowery (Email Flame760@aol.com).
December 16, 1996 BROUGHTON, WASHINGTON, NASH: I am researching the BROUGHTON, WASHINGTON, NASH lines. My great grandfather, Sandy Broughton was born a slave in Covington, GA in 1853 and came north around 1865 with the Union Army and settled outside of Springfield, OH. He married Alice Washington, born February 7, 1871 in Meigs County, OH. Her parents were Joseph and Julia Nash Washington. Sandy and Alice had a son, William David Broughton, my grandfather, born May 1, 1897 in Middleport, OH. Alice had a sister Ida and a brother Will. Alice, Julia, Ida and William are listed on the 1910 census. Alice is 70 years old, which means she was born around 1840. Alice is listed as a widow (Sandy went to visit his relatives in Georgia after his 8th-grade-educated wife told him that his last name was really Broughton. He was never heard from after that.) Sandy Broughton thought his name was Broady and may have gone by that name for some time, or a variation of that name. He had a horse named Anna that he raced in the Galliapolis Fair. He also had a second-hand store. It seems there might be a record of horse races somewhere. I'm having difficulty finding any information for Sandy. I can be reached at squinter@tiac.net. Thank you. Shirley Quintero (Email squinter@tiac.net).
December 6, 1996 ROUSH, YOUNGER, BURNS: I am hunting some information on George Roush dob 1840 who married Serena Younger dob 1835. They had a daughter Nettie (& 8 other children) who married a Christopher Columbus Burns in Gallia Co. Ohio. I would like to know from which line of the Roush's George came from. I feel it was either George Roush Sr. or Henry Roush but I have not been able to trace this in the Roush Books. Mary Lee Marchi (Email mlmquilt@zoomnet.net), or 322 Second Avenue, Gallipolis, Ohio 45631
December 6, 1996 RANDOLPH, ROOD, BILES: Much of my maternal line is from Eden Ridge/Coolville, Olive Twp. I am especially interested in any information on David Randolph, b. 1811 in PA and his wife Elizabeth, b. 1823 in Canada. They are listed in the Meigs County Census from 1840-1870. They are my gggrandparents. The names I am researching in Meigs County include RANDOLPH, ROOD, and BILES. I would welcome any email on these names. Sarah J. Rose (Email rose@vv.com).
December 6, 1996 DIDDLE, MOOREHEAD, HUTCHINSON: There are a great many DIDDLEs that settled in Meigs in the mid-1800's to present. My current project is trying to determine the parents of Benjamin Franklin Diddle. He was born in (possibly) Monroe Co., WV, around 1813-1817. He was married to Frances or Francis (Moorehead or Hutchinson) who died in 1850. Benjamin died in Meigs Co. in 1891. If anyone would like to volunteer time to find out 1. Benjamin Franklin Diddle's Parents, Grandparents, etc 2. Cemetery where he is currently resting 3. Any names of children (although I think I have pretty good info in that department) it would be greatly appreciated. Steve Diddle (Email stdiddl@erols.com).
December 6, 1996 MEINHART, DURST, BAUM, EBERSBACH: I would like to correspond with any relatives related to the MEINHARTs of Pomeroy, Ohio. I have traced 750 descendants of the original settlers from 1848. This includes descendants of Jacob Durst II and Anna Meinhart, also, George Baum and Barbara Meinhart, George and Barbara moved to Missouri around 1880. I am putting out 3 books for the next 3 years, starting with the MEINHARTs. I also would like to correspond with an Ebersbach from the Pomeroy area interested in their genealogy. Mark Meinhart (Email mmeinhart@pirnie.com).
December 6, 1996 BICE, HARRIS, ETC.: Am adding additional names to my inquiry hoping for some connections. John Nelson BICE ll, was born Oct. 18, 1831 and lived in Meigs County all of his life. Died from an explosion of his sawmill June 17, 1868. Would like to know more about accident if anyone has access to any records. John ll married Susannah HARRIS Oct 28, 1852. She was the daughter of James HARRIS b. Nov 1788 in Va. and d. in Meigs Cty. Dec. 1849 and Susanna MACKENTURF, b. July, 1792. John and Susannah BICE had 6 children all born in Meigs Cty. Sarah Elizabeth BICE marr. M.E. PATTERSON. Samantha Jane BICE marr. Charles LUCKETT, Aurelia Letitia BICE marr. John W. MILES, John Nelson BICE lll marr. Emma WIDDIG, Martha Charlottie BICE marr. Milton MARTIN and Melissa BICE marr. Samuel Luckett. Need information on John's parents, John BICE l and Mary JENKINS. John l, also may have been married to a Mary ROBINSON . He had four children from each marriage. His other children besides John ll were Mary Evaline BICE marr. Josephus M. DeCAMP, Jane BICE marr. ? CASEY, Si BICE, Sam BICE, Wes BICE, Rebecca BICE marr. J. CASSINGHAM and Lydia Ann BICE marr. ? JENKINS. My information suggests all subjects were from Meigs or Muskingum Counties. Would greatly appreciate any help. Eleanor Double Weiss (Email cryo@donet.com).
November 22, 1996 MYERS, PARTLOW, PIERSALL: My great-grandfather, Cyrus Jefferson Myers, was born in 1865 in Meigs Co., OH. I am looking for information on him or his parents: Mahlon Myers and Elizabeth Partlow. Another branch of the family (Piersall) is from Jackson & Putnam Co, WV. I understand this is very close geographically. Any assistance would be welcome! Jean Piersall Mejerle (Email mejerles@centuryinter.net).
November 22, 1996 LEONARD, CLOUSE: Seeking information on Peter LEONARD (1815-1911) and wife Christina (Christianna) Clouse (1816-1876). Marriage record in Meigs County is dated September 15, 1838. Censuses 1840-1880 show him living in Morgan Township of Gallia County. The 1880 census shows Mary E. as wife. Peter, Christina, and Mary E. are buried in Coy Hill Cemetery, Salem Township, Meigs County. Seeking information on parents of Peter and Christina. Robert Mixon (Email rmixon@juno.com).
November 22, 1996 THOMSON, COOK, YOUNG, JAY, EDWARDS: Seeking info in two Meigs Co. families: Aaron THOMSON, d. Meigs Co 1857, (Salisbury Twnshp); wife Huldah ?? According to census, he had 7 children, five girls and 2 boy. The youngest son was Aaron Stanley THOMSON, b. 1817 in OH. He married a Rebecca Rose COOK ca. 1849 in OH (2nd wife). First wife was Rebecca's cousin Sarah YOUNG, m. 1837. Three children by Sarah, 8 by Rebecca. Those 8 were: Sarah Lucretia b. 1850, Cloe Rebecca, b. 1852, William Wallace, b. 1854, Eva, b. 1856, Aaron, b. 1858, Ida b. 1860, Ezra b. 1864 and Charles, b. 1868. Aaron and Rebecca d. in Wayne Co., WV; I do not have dates. Most of their lives were in Meigs Co. The other Meigs Co family I need info on is that of Martin W. JAY, b. ca 1785 NJ?, d. 1844, Racine, OH. Wife Elizabeth EDWARDS d. 1871 in Olive Twnshp, Meigs. They were in Orange Twnshp 1820-1850. 10 children, first 5 or 6 born in NJ, the rest in OH. I do not know all the names of these, but one son was Martin Wilsey JAY, Jr. Any historical or ancestoral data would be very welcome. Thank you. Jeanie H. Reed (Email reedmom@proaxis.com).
November 13, 1996 DAVIS, SARSONS, MCNEIL, VAN HOOSIER, CONKLIN, BRUNDAGE, COURTLAND: Our family is descended from Robert Davis, who was born in New Hampshire in about 1817, moved to Meigs County, and settled near Tuppers Plains. He married Mary Sarsons, who bore him three children before his death, and later married Elizabeth McNeil, born in l824, to Archie and Lovice McNeil. Lovice was from New York, and her surname was Van Hoosier. Our family has been unable to find any information about Robert Davis, or the Van Hoosier family, and we are interested in corresponding with anyone who could help us with these stumbling blocks. We are also interested in contacting the descendents of Robert and Mary. Their three children were 1). Louisa (married Conklin, and lived in Oxford, Kansas in the l890s), 2). Charles (died in the Battle of Lynchburg during the civil war), and 3). Harriet (married Brundage, had three children and died in Buffalo County, Nebraska). One of Harriet's children was Fred Courtland, who was living in Buffalo county, Nebraska during the l890s. The other two children (girls), were apparently taken to live with relatives near Cleveland. They were Ada M. Brundage and ? I would appreciate any help with these family members. Al Davis (Email adavis@neb-sandhills.net).
November 11, 1996 COTTLE, CHEVALIER, SWAN: I'm searching for additional information about these Meigs Co. individuals: Delmer COTTLE m. 01 Apr 1869 Caroline CHEVALIER Nathan L. COTTLE m. 27 Dec 1868 Luzetta SWAN Any help is greatly appreciated! Thanks! Allen Richmond (Email tarich@ix.netcom.com).
November 5, 1996 DEVORE: Am researching DEVORE surname in Meigs county later some of the area became Athens Co. Benjamin DEVORE had land purchase in Meigs Co. 1820. Michelle DeVore (Email u1a00633@wvnvm.wvnet.edu).
November 5, 1996 CLARK, HIGLEY, GROVER, WHITTOCK/WHITLOCK: Looking for information on Mary Jane CLARK (my g-grandmother) and family from Gallia Co.: m. James Bay HIGLEY (b. Meigs Co. 1857/8) 1877 in Gallia Co., parents Elizabeth Amanda GROVER and Joseph CLARK (b. 1824?). Grandparents Nehemiah GROVER (b. in MA) and Electa WHITTOCK/ WHITLOCK. Family ended up in WV. Thanks! Sarah Cox (Email sacox@artsci.wustl.edu).
November 5, 1996 GASTON, HOLLINGSWORTH: Looking for information on Sarah Margaret GASTON b. 1840 VA. She is reported to have lived in Vinton and Miegs Counties with her parents. Sarah married Albertus HOLLINGSWORTH and was living in Meigs County in 1870 with husband and children. Steve Kennedy (Email lewis@texas.net).
November 5, 1996 GOEGLEIN/GEOGLINE/GEOGLEIN, ISENHOUR, COZART, BROWN, SNOW: I am interested in any information about the Goeglein (Geogline, Geoglein) family related to Wendle who was married to Carline Isenhour (Carline's father's name was Joseph Isenhour who was born in New York and lived for a time with his daughter and son-in-law in Meigs County). They lived in Salisbury Twp according to the 1880 and 1900 census records. Their children were Charles Geogline who married Iva Brown (born in Logan County), (father was Miles Brown, mother was Mary Snow) in Meigs County and moved to Wood County, Ohio; Elisabeth Geogline (no further info); John Geogline (no further info); Sophonie Geogline who married Harvey Cozart in 1899 in Meigs County, Ohio. I know that Wendle's parents were born in Bavaria, Germany but that is all I know of them at this time. If anyone has any info on this family please contact me and we can compare notes and perhaps help each other find some new roots! Robin McIntire Hommerbocker (Email rhommer@gnn.com).
BAKER, ROLLER, WOLF: Seeking help in locating Wesely G. (Guy) BAKER, born 8 Feb 1808, near Clarksburg, VA. Married Deborah Frances ROLLER (WOLF) 6 Oct 1831 in Meigs Co., OH. Died 3 Jul 1890, Shelby Co., IL. Can locate this couple in 1840, 1850, 1860 census of Meigs Co., OH. Then can find them in 1870, 1880, 1890 census of Shelby Co., IL. These are my oldest ancestors on my BAKER side of the family. Stan Baker (Email sammieg@prodigy.net), or 7504 Amanda Circle SW, Huntsville, Al 35802-2968.
DYKE, EDMONDSON: I would like to correspond with other DYKE or EDMONDSON researchers, especially those of Harrison DYKE, b. 26 March 1840 in Meigs County, Ohio. Harrison was the son of Simeon DYKE (b. 5 April 1817 in OH) and Annie EDMONDSON (b. 27 May 1820). Sherryl Barger (Email sbarger@comp.uark.edu).
BIBBEE: Elijah Bibbee (1789-1879) of Apple Grove, Meigs Co., OH. m. Mary J. Wright (1801-1861). Eleven children, seven having children of their own: John, Susan (m. William Harpold), Daniel, Jeremiah, David, Mary Ann (m.William K. Simpson), Elijah, Jr. Seeking any descendants. Clark Blake (Email cblake@pacific.geol.wwu.edu)
CORNELL, SPRAKER, NICHOLSON: Looking for information about Dr. John CORNELL and his wife Christina "Christa" SPRAKER. They were, I believe, both born in NY, Christa probably in Schoharie Co. She was reportedly known as the "Belle of Cobleskill". Dr. John is supposedly the brother of Ezra (who endowed Cornell Univ.). They had ten children, the last of which was Corinna b. 17 Aug 1827, New York, d. 21 Jul 1906, Rutland, Meigs Co., OH, m. Phillip Wilkinson NICHOLSON b. 1825, Guernsey Co., OH, d. 19 Sep 1909, Rutland, Meigs Co., OH. Frank Brown (Email 73170.3467@CompuServe.COM)
OLIVER, MUNSON: I am looking for the siblings of Samuel Oliver that married Mary Munson 6-14-1821 in Meigs county. Mary Campbell (Email SEAPORT@worldnet.att.net.com).
LATHEY, BELLOWS, HUMPHREY: William H. Humphrey (NO 's')[8/8/1781] married Anna Bellows [3/13/1790] in Washington Co., OH on Sept 25, 1808. By 1824 they were living on a farm near Rutland, OH in Meigs County. Their son, Sydney B. Humphreys, born 11/5/1816, married Mary Lathey [5/17/1815] in Athens Co.OH, on Nov. 28, 1839. Sydney and Mary had a farm adjacent to his father's land in Rutland. All four are buried at Miles Cemetery near Rutland. Have been unable to trace ancestry of Anna Bellows Humphrey. Anyone know about her? William Humphrey supposedly emigrated from SW England in 1786, arr Phila in June of that year. Anyone know more about him? Have a good bit on Lathey's and Mary's mother, Elizabeth Hudnall, if anyone needs. ALso Sydney's and Mary's first born, Sarah Jane married Samuel Alexander Humphreys (with 's') in Pomeroy on June 9, 1870. Have lots on Humphreys, if you are interested. Nancy Priode Caronis (Email NPriodeCaronis@worldnet.att.net).
PRIODE, GEPHARDT, GOEGLEIN, KELLEY: Jacob Priode and wife Eva Wessa with 4 children emigrated from Frankenthal, Bavaria in 1840 to Meigs Co. His eldest son, Henry. born 1831, married Margaretha Gephardt, born 1835. Margaretha's parents were Philip Gephardt and Magdelina Goeglein. They had emigrated from Oppau, Bavaria to Meigs Co two years before Jacob and Eva, in 1838. Henry and Margaretha had 9 children, but only one son survived. He, Charles Henry, married Emma Jane Kelley, born 1866. Her parents were Frederick Kelley born 12/22/1844, and Nancy Greathouse, born 6/23/1846. Have Jacob back to Houland, Haute Saone. France. Anyone have more? Wessa's go back to Edigheim - have no other info on her except she had a brother Michael who also emig. to Meigs. Need lots of info on Philip Gephardt. He died before 1845 in Salisbury Twnshp, Meigs Co., but can't even locate where he was buried. Don't know who his parents were. Also his wife's family, Goeglein. She (Magdelina Goeglein) was born Nov 22, 1796 in Oppau and emig with her parents. Would love info on Goeglein's also. Further Emma Jane Kelley's parents Fred and Nancy - have never been able to find one bit on their parentage except my Dad saying that Nancy's mother maiden name was Goff. Anyone have more? Nancy Priode Caronis (Email NPriodeCaronis@worldnet.att.net).
RIFE, DARST, HUTTON: My grandparents are Orley Maynard Rife and Ethel Marie Darst. Orley being born in Meigs Co. to William V. Rife and Mytra Hutton Rife. Ethel's parents are Frank Darst and Bessie Darst and they are 50 years old in the 1920 census. My cousin informs me that Mytra was 1/2 Indian, and was born in Kyger Twp., Gallia Co., Ohio. I haven't been able to locate any birth or marriage records of these people, so any help would be helpful. I live right outside of Baton Rouge, LA, and would be willing to help on any SOUTHERN relatives. Ohio records are few and far between here. Mariellen Cockerham (Email MR-Cockerham.@worldnet.att.net).
MERRITT, WOOD, GRAHAM, PETERS, MCCOLLINS: Please see The MERRITT, WOOD, GRAHAM, PETERS, and MCCOLLINS Families for a detailed query. Gail Denkers (Email gdenkers@msn.com).
FELL: My 4th great grandfather: Anton FELL - b. c1821, Germany; d. 5 Jan 1900, Chester Twp., Meigs Co., OH; m. Margaret ? His brother: Mathias FELL - b. c1836 Germany; d. 7 July 1899, Chester Twp., Meigs Co., OH; m. Johanna ?, who died on 10 Feb 1901 in Chester Twp., Meigs Co., Ohio. Anton and Margaret had at least two children: 1.) Matt FELL b. 1855 Chester Twp., Meigs Co., OH; d. 1925 Cedar Co., IA 2.) Wendell FELL b. 10 Jun 1858 Chester Twp., Meigs Co., OH; d. 13 Aug 1936 Cedar Co., IA I am looking for more information about Anton and Margaret and Mathias and Johanna and their children. Brendon Duffy (Email duffbm@sncac.snc.edu or Duffbm@aol.com).
BROWN, PICKENS: My wife's great-grandfather was George William BROWN (Sr.), b. abt 1860 in Allegheny Co., PA. Spouse was Margaret Ann JONES b. abt 1860; another spouse was rumored to be Sofia STATEN. He had at least 3 children: George William BROWN Jr. (No record on George William Jr.) Edward Lee BROWN,b abt 1880 PA. We think Edward Lee married Laura D. PICKENS in Meigs Co, Ohio, bet. 1880-1885 and had at least 1 daughter Nina bet. 1904-1915. He moved to WV and married Agnes Anne SCHULTZ on 10/28/1916 in Dunbar, WV. We think maybe Edward Lee owned some land in Kanawa County, around the Longacre area. Perhaps it was a dowry of some sort. He also worked in the mines in Longacre, WV. He was a mining engineer and apparently made enough money to purchase a large amount of land in Athens, OH. Agnes Anne SCHULTZ was born 9/4/1897 in WV. They settled in Athens County, where Browns still live. Any help appreciated. Carroll Erskine (Email CErskine@gnn.com).
BONNETT, FLESHER, WEAVER: I have some persons who lived in or near Meigs County in which I am interested. 1. Elizabeth BONNETT b. 04 Oct 1802 m. Isaac FLESHER 1817 d. 03 Mar 1880 near Reedville, OH; buried at Letart Falls, OH (Isaac FLESHER also buried there) Allowed bounty land on Goose Island in 1859 (then residing in Meigs County). [note: I don't know where Goose Island is, or if it still exists, since the Ohio River has obviously changed in the last 135 years] 2. Captain Andrew Jackson FLESHER b. 02 Jan 1827 m. Sarah Melissa WEAVER 05 Sep 1847 d. 16 Jan 1898 Ripley, OH (buried in Maplewood Cemetery) A. J. FLESHER owned "the old sawmill and boat yard at the little village of Antiquity in Meigs County, Ohio, but soon purchased an interest in the boat yard at Murraysville, WV" 3. Benjamin T. FLESHER (son of A. J.) b. 1855 d. 23 Jan 1928 As a young man, Benjamin T. FLESHER built boats and operated a ferry at Middleport, OH; later operated a ferry between Rockwood (now part of Chesapeake), OH and Huntington, WV. Also interested in any and all info on the FLESHER surname, any place any time. Larry Flesher (Email lflesher@mdc.com).
BAILEY, BUCK, FOREMAN, LEE: I'm looking for the ancestors of Thorton Lee (1802-1885), Ephrim Foreman (1817-1907), Robert Buck (1817-1887), and Eliza Bailey (1819-1880). Tom Foreman (Email tforeman@mylink.net).
FRECKER, MCCULLOUGH, FOX, HENSLEY, GENHEIMER, SCHLAGEL, PARKER: Would like to exchange data on all of these families in Meigs County. PARKER/FOX also in Athens Co., OH; HENSLEY also in Mason Co., WV. Brad Frecker (Email bfrecker@logicon.com).
GILMORE,ROMAINE: I am researching the family of Columbus GILMORE & Rosa "Izora" ROMAINE. All I know is Columbus was born in 1856 in Ohio & Rosa was born 1860 in Ohio. They married 26 July 1879 in Meigs, Ohio. They had at least 2 children. Dennis (b. 12 Oct 1886) & Minnie. Any infomation would be appreciated. Thanks. Cynthia Fulcher (Email cfulcher@mursuky.campus.mci.net).
GANDY/GANDEE, HANDSHAW, Amos DAILY, VANVLARA/VANLEER: Wish any information on these families who lived in Meigs Co. around 1800. Anna Herbertson (Email AHerbertson@worldnet.att.net), or 17675 Hwy 83, Colorado Springs, CO 80908-1352.
HORNER, NINEMIRE: Looking for information about William Horner b. abt. 1824, VA; m. Sarah? b. abt. 1824, VA. Children Nancy, Russell, Malinda, Fiat(?), Malone, Miner, Carra S. 1870 Census Scipio Twp. lists as farmer. Need any information on Ninemire (Ninemires, Ninemyres) in Rockingham Co., VA, Ohio, and east. Your help would be greatly apprecieated. Ila M. Hittle (Email hittle@brightok.net).
HARPER, JOHNSON, SCOTT, MURRAY/MURRY, MCALLISTER: My ancestors were early Meigs settlers. My last relative residing in Meigs Co. was Ethan HARPER of Pomeroy. He was a tailor by trade. His sister was my grandmother, Della Lena HARPER. I am looking for any information on: HARPER, JOHNSON, SCOTT, MURRAY (MURRY), and MCALLISTER. Randy L. Hoover (Email DrRHoo@cis.cisnet.com).
HOPKINS: Griffith Hopkins was either born abt. 1830 in OH (1860 Peoria, IL Census) or Wales (1850 Meigs, OH Census). In 1850 he was apparently living with the Fitzpatrick family in the Salisbury Twp., Ohio. In 1860 he was unmarried and living with the Collier family in IL. About 10 years later he married Anna Collier. They had five children: Jesse G.,Lucy E., Thomas R., Chaunsey, and Mark. Any information on the above individuals would be appreciated. Tim Hopkins (Email hop@biospec.com).
EVANS, WARNER, JENKINS, PRIODE, FRECKER: I am searching for the connection between the families of Warner H. EVANS (b. 1855, m. 12 June 1893, Meigs Co., OH, to Magdalena PRIODE FRECKER, b. 1863), and Mary Ann WARNER, (b. 1810, Tyler Co., (W)V, m. Meigs Co., OH, to Griffith JENKINS (b. 1817, Wales)). The EVANS and WARNER families intertwined and I can't find the connection. If anyone has any information on ancestors of these families, please write. All replies will be answered. Jan Howard 147 E. Forest St., Clyde, OH 43410-2147.
MURPHY: ALLEN MURPHY was born 5 April 1820 in Meigs County. Who were his parents? Father from Scotland and mother from Ireland. Married 15 January 1850 in Gallipolis, Gallia County, Ohio. Vicki Isborn (Email isi-v@napanet.net).
WARNER, John: b. abt. 1832/3 Meigs Co., OH, m. Eliza WINTERSTEEN, b. abt. 1838, Geauga Co., OH. Father's name was also John. Who was his mother and who were his siblings? Was his grandfather Philemon Warner? Jeff Johnson (Email redhead@photon.com), or 1209 Sierra Larga Dr. NE, Albuquerque, NM 87112
STILES, Azron (perhaps Aaron): b. abt. 1830, PA, m. Susan PULLINS, Dec 1850, Meigs Co., OH. Children included: Emma (1852), George (1855), Sarah (1857), Lindley (1859), Effie (1865), Azron (1857), and Susan (1870). Effie m. [James?] Wilbur WARNER. Who were the parents of Azron Stiles? Who were the parents of Susan Pullins? Jeff Johnson (Email redhead@photon.com), or 1209 Sierra Larga Dr. NE, Albuquerque, NM 87112
JOHNSON, John (aka Frederick COWGAL): b. abt. 1892, Germany (perhaps Prussia), he came to the U.S. in 1810, settled in Meigs Co., OH, and m. 1818 Lydia ZIRKLE, dau. of Michael Zirkle and Rebecca DAUGHTERY. Children were: George (1820), Lewis (1822), Michael (1824), Catherine (1826), Henry (1828), Rebeccah (1830), Susan Emaline (1832), Philip (1834), Luman (1836), and Noah (1838). The Johnsons resided in Meigs Co., OH, until 1842 when they moved across the Ohio River into Mason Co., (W)VA. The older children, George, Lewis, and Michael may have stayed in Ohio. Seeking information on all branches of this family (I am from the Henry Johnson branch). Jeff Johnson (Email redhead@photon.com), or 1209 Sierra Larga Dr. NE, Albuquerque, NM 87112
JOHNSON, WARNER, WINTERSTEEN, STILES, ZIRKLE(CIRCLE), ROUSH, PULLINS: In general, I am researching, or have information on, the above Meigs Co. families. Jeff Johnson (Email redhead@photon.com), or 1209 Sierra Larga Dr. NE, Albuquerque, NM 87112
JONES: William D. JONES b. JAN 10 1845 in Minersville, Meigs County, Ohio, and died NOV 16 1877 in Oakland (now Distant), Armstrong County, PA. He was married to Margaret Jane BOWSER abt. 1867 prob. in Armstrong County, PA. William D. JONES was a coal digger according to the 1870 census, Valley Twp., Armstrong County, PA. I am trying to track down William's father's name and as much information as I can about the area in which William was born. My genealogical information can be seen at my homepage. T.I.A. Ted W. Jones (Email twjones@moose.erie.net), or P.O. Box 246, North East, PA 16428. Fax: (814) 725-7358
SKINNER, GOULD, EVERTON: Researching Asahel Skinner and his 21 kids by Phebe Gould and 2nd by Jane Everton. Arrived Meigs/Gallia abt. 1812 from ME with a stop in PA. Ginny Kane (Email wkane@wyoming.com).
EVERTON, HOWE: Thomas & Relief (Howe) Everton and all their children arrived about 1800 from MA and NY. Where was Relief Howe Everton buried? Ginny Kane (Email wkane@wyoming.com).
ENTSMINGER, REESE: Researching John E. Entsminger and Jane (Reese) 1799 from VA. He was a Veteran of the Battle of Point Pleasant. Also interested in his parents and several siblings. Ginny Kane (Email wkane@wyoming.com).
BING, FULTON: Researching Samuel Bing and Mary (Fulton) arrived abt 1803 from Augusta Co. VA and their children and his two brothers John and William Lewis. Ginny Kane (Email wkane@wyoming.com).
FULTON, FOWLER: Researching James Fulton and his second wife (I think she was a Fowler) and all his children. He was Mary Fulton Bing's father. Ginny Kane (Email wkane@wyoming.com).
HALEY: Searching for information on John Robert HALEY, b. 1847/48 Brown Co.,OH; d. 1931, Fostoria, OH; m. Evaline HALEY 1867 who died 1913, Springfield, OH. John Robert lived in Syracuse, Meigs Co., OH, 1895, worked at the Ohio State Epileptic Hospital as an attendant. John Robert was son of Solomon HALEY, b. 1822 prob Washington Co. PA. Evaline was dau of Abraham HALEY, b. 1816. He was a brother of Solomon. Need parents of Solomon and Abraham. Abraham died in Johnsville, KY; Solomon died in Springfield, OH. Solomon m. Eliza CHAIN and Abraham m. Elizabeth PIERCE. Solomon and son Robert were Civil War veterans. All correspondence will be answered and will share my information. Mary Ellen Kelchner (Email maryk@okeechobee.com).
BOWLES(BOLES), RHODES: I am looking for any info on these families in Meigs Co., OH. Effie E. BOWLES(BOLES) (b. 1862, Meigs Co., OH), parents - John and Malinda C. RHODES, other children Loness A., Berty L., Elver E. Anyone with info on these families or advice on locating information please contact me. Selinda Santee Lay (Email cclay1@ne.infi.net), or 836 Ireland School Rd., Radcliff, KY 40160.
BEEGLE: Researching BEEGLE family; especially Mr. Daniel Beegle. Jeff Mabrey (Email jmabrey@netgate.compaq.com)
GRAHAM: I am looking for information including the birthdate of Frances Marion GRAHAM, my great grandfather. I know that he died on February 27, 1895. He was married to Rhoda Ann Castor, born Feb. 25, 1877 in Meigs Co. Rhoda Ann is buried in Castor Cemetery. Is Francis Marion Graham buried with her? Also, are his parents' names available? I know that he and Rhoda had 8 children and lived in the Mound Hill area (Vinton Co?).They were married on July 29, 1895 in Meigs Co. I would be interested in hearing from someone with more family information as well. R.S. McKeever (Email bemagic@clover.net).
EVERTON, ANTHONY: Jane Everton was born in 1804 in Ross Co. Ohio. She was the daughter of Thomas Everton and ? (one item I found said her mother was Relief Howe but I am unsure of this) Jane married George Anthony, Jr. in 1826 in Jackson Co. Ohio. They moved to Indiana by 1843 and in the 1850 census are listed with the following children: John W., Fletcher, Melissa, Nelson, Spencer, and Minerva J. In the 1860 census in Appanoose Co. Iowa, Jane is a widow and living with her son, Spencer Anthony and his wife, Rowena Packard Anthony, Melissa and Minerva J. Nelson is married to Almina Packard Anthony and has one daughter, Mary Jane. They remain in Iowa until 1872 when they moved to Sumner Co. Kansas. Jane goes with her sons and their families. I have not found records for Minerva or Melissa yet or for the two older boys, John W. and Fletcher but I am still looking. I have found information that Thomas Everton died in Meigs Co. Ohio in 1840 and that he was in the Rev. War. I have also found several marriage records for Meigs Co., Ohio that I believe must be his children and grandchildren. I have little else on Thomas Everton. (I did find a Thomas Everton on the 1790 census for Surry Co. N. C. which may be the same man.) Linda McMillen (Email mcmillen@fastlane.net).
BAILEY, CHAFFIN, HYSELL/BARNHISELL, MITCHELL, WESTFALL: Carol Mitchell (Email carolmit@ix.netcom.com), or 211 Capitol Dr., Pittsburgh, PA 15236.
McPHEETERS/McFEETERS, HITCHCOCK: Rachel Hitchcock m. Edward McPheters 20 Feb 1839 in Harrison Co., OH. She was the daughter of John and Jane Mahon Hitchcock. I found her on the 1870 census in Salem Twp., Meigs Co., OH, age 55, keeping house for Andrew McCan, age 28, a physician. At that time, Rachel owned $600 in real estate. That is my last record of her. John and Jane Hitchcock and several of his other children came to Martin Co., IN, in the early 1850's, but Rachel, another daughter, Isabelle Hines and a son, John stayed in OH. Any info would be appreciated. Clarice Mitchell (Email clarice@clarice@ansel.intersource.com), or R.R. 11, Box 1009, Bedford, IN 47421.
WOOGERD: My ancestor Jarret Woogerd settled in Meigs Co., OH between 1836 and 1840. He had 10 children who stayed in or near Meigs Co., Athens Co., and Vinton Co., variations of spelling of the Woogerd name that I have been able to document are Woodgerd, Woodgeard, Woodard, Woodyard, and Woodward. I would like to be able to form a family organization. Anyone interested in these names please contact me. Pam Nelson (Email nelsp@mail.idt.net).
WILSON, MCLAUGHLIN, SAXTON, ANDERSON: Lukens WILSON married 1) MCLAUGHLIN and 2) unknown. He had three sons; Theophylis J., Austin and Oscar. Theophylis married SAXTON. Ronald F. Opfell (Email ropfell@sundial.sundial.net)
PAGE, MCGHEE: I am looking for info on Alfred J. PAGE and Nancy Ann MCGHEE, who were married in Jackson Co., OH, on July 2, 1835. They had four children: James Milton (my ggg-grandfather), Elizabeth, Daniel, and youngest daughter Nancy. They lived in Meigs Co. from 1840-1850, before moving to Vinton County by 1860. Nancy Ann (MCGHEE) PAGE died July 15, 1880, and was buried at Hixon Hill Cemetery at Dundas, OH. I am looking for info as to who Alfred J. PAGE's parents were, and where he came from before moving to Meigs Co., OH; who Nancy Ann MCGHEE's parents where and whether she had any siblings; any info on the children of Nancy Ann and Alfred J. PAGE; and where Alfred was buried and when he died. Any info would be greatly appreciated. Robert E. Page (Email genepage@crown.net), or 204 East-250 South, Valparaiso,IN.
CARTWRIGHT, CASTLE, WHITNEY: I have Poston kin who lived in Athens County and I have recently discovered that other members of the family came from Meigs County (or, at least, lived there for a while). My greatgrandmother, Mary Cartwright, appears to have been born there in 1832 to John and Thankful Whitney Cartwright. Thankful is known to have been the daughter of Jabez Whitney and his wife Abigail Milk Wheeler who were married in Chesterville, Maine, in 1803. They were found in the 1810 census in Maine, but by 1820 they were gone. It now appears that they moved to Meigs County. I haven't had the opportunity to check the census for Meigs, but that's my supposition. I suspect that both Jabez and John may have died in Meigs, but that is unproven. At any rate, the families moved to Adams County, Illinois, by the time of the 1850 census when Thankful was listed without John. I believe that the Cartwrights and Castles were affiliated in some way and both families moved to Adams Co. Mike Poston (Email poston@helix.nih.gov), or 29 Orchard Way, South Rockville, MD 20854.
RAPPOLD, ZWILLING: The Rappold family came from Bavaria and settled in the Pomeroy area. I'm particularly interested in finding the gravesites of the early settlers: Anton and Anthony. They were probably buried in the Catholic cemetery, although I believe someone in Pomeroy told me that the old German cemetery had been moved. I have been able to find some gravesites in a small cemetery outside of town. If interested, I have a web site that has a gedcom file that I converted to HTML. The file is rather incomplete and error prone, but I should be getting an updated file from one of my relatives soon. This site has a complete list of surnames, so maybe some of the other Meigs researchers may run accross some familiar names. John Rappold (Email jrappold@scoca.ohio.gov).
HONAKER, WOLFE: Charles Morgan HONAKER b. 11-Apr-1836, Union, Monroe Co., VA (now WV), m. 23-May-1866, in Pomeroy, Meigs County, Ohio, Sylvesta M. WOLFE, b. 14-Oct-1849, Racine, Meigs Co., OH, (daughter of George Peter WOLFE and Martha Malinda VARIAN) d. 24-Feb-1945, Red House, Putnam Co., WV. Charles died 6-Aug-1931, Red House, Putnam Co., WV. Children: George Arthur, Annie Mary, Charles Oscar, John Irvin, William Elson, Alice Jane, Matilda Mildred, Bertha May, Edith Clara. For complete details on this family, please see The HONAKER Family and The GREEN Family. Sandra Reuther (Email SANDYinBC@aol.com), or 536 Birch St., Boulder City, NV 89005-2414
BICKLE/EL, BOLTON, GRAHAM, WRIGHT, BROWN, HYSELL, CALAWAY, PETTY, DUNN, OLIVER, STOMBOCK: Graham also in WV. Sharon Bickle Rickerson (Email rickerson@usa.pipeline.com), or 6126 Brace, Detroit, MI 48228-4757.
SHAW, BICKLE, MCLAUGHLIN: I am trying to locate the ancestors of my g-g-g-grandfather Levi Shaw, who was in Meigs Co. as a child ca 1820/30. I have information on Cushing Shaw, s/o Benjamin, s/o Peter and am trying to locate information on John Shaw (1820, 1830 Meigs Co.) and Jonathan Shaw (1830 Meigs Co.) and descendants. Am also researching the John and Barbara (Bickle) Mclaughlin family. Will share info, any help appreciated. Jonathan Shaw (Email jcshawz1@ulkyvm.louisville.edu), or 113 Second Street, Paintsville, KY 41240.
IHLE, FISHER, PULLINS, SAYRE: Would like to connect with anyone researching the above related families. Peter & William Ihle are listed on Sutton Twp., Meigs Co., Ohio, 1850. Were these men brothers? Who were their parents? William m. Anna M. (Fisher), we are descendants of their son Christopher who went to Mason Co. WV in 1874c. Christopher m. Nancy Matilda Pullins d/o Hamilton and Margaret (Sayre) Pullins. All replys will be answered. F. A. Simmons (Email FSimmons@aol.com), or 3204 Indiana Ct., Ft. Pierce, FL 34947.
JORDAN, GRAHAM, HODGE, Mc(G)LAUGHLIN, BICKLE, STEPHENS: Would like to exchange data on all of these families in Meigs County. Debbie Smyth (Email 103110.2676@compuserve.com), or 2120 Little Brook Lane, Clearwater, FL 34623.
SPROUSE: I am searching for information about John N. SPROUSE b. about 1788, and Sarah ALESHIRE b. about 1799, who lived in Wilkesville Township, Vinton Co, OH. John was born in either North Carolina or Germany and Sarah was born in Virginia. Their son was John A. Sprouse b. 1827 in Vinton Co., lived Gallia County (according to census information) from at least 1850 until around 1880 when he moved to Salem Twnship, Meigs County OH in the 1880 census with his wife Mary J. SWISHER b 1831 and married daughter Maggie VANCE . Their sons were Nelson, Timothy, John L.R. and Wm S.G. (who may have died young). According to the census, John was born in Ohio but his parents were born in Virginia. John A. Sprouse died in 1907 in Westmoreland Co, PA. where his son Nelson lived. Would appreciate any help. Cecily Sprouse (Email csprouse@guilder.ucdavis.edu).
SMITH, VANDUYN, BARTON: Researching John M. Smith and Rachel B. Vanduyn Barton married in 1826 in Meigs County. John M. Smith's parents may possibly have been Benjamin and Alma Barker Smith; not yet confirmed however. Children of John M. and Rachel were Caroline, Alma, and Donnally. Rachel may have had other children with her first husband, Robert C. Barton. Earl & Charlotte Sutherland (Email earlchar@halcyon.com).
GOOSIC, BERNER: I am looking for information on Andrew Jackson Goosic who was born in Meigs County, Ohio on March 12, 1812. His wife's name was Jane Lavina Berner who may also be from the same area. Please respond with any information by email. Thank you. Gary L. Turner (Email gturner@worldaccess.com).
TWITCHELL, FARRINGTON, DAVIS, KNIGHT, FUEL, COLWELL, EVANS: (1812-1840) Joshua and Sarah Miller Twitchell had the following children: Mary Polly m. David Farrington, Louisa m. Asa Farrington, Joshua m. Ursala Knight, William m. Annie Maria Davis, Ephraim m. Phebe Knight, Maruah m. John Fuel, John Colwell, and Richard Evans. Looking for any information on above families. Probably lived near Rutland or across river into WV. Edwin Twitchell (Email ETwitch@aol.com).
JENKINS, KOBLENTZ, DAVIS: David JENKINS (~1814-?) m. Jane DAVIS (~1825-?), 28 Jan 1846 in Meigs Co. They are listed in 1870 census with several children including 6-yr-old Margaret (my g-grandmother); in 1880 census David & Jane are gone and 16-yr-old Margaret is listed as a servant in another household. What happened to David & Jane? Also interested in information about John & Susan KOBLENTZ, both born in Bavaria in early 1810's according to census records. Willing to share info on descendants of these families. Eric Walters (Email walterse@mis.finchcms.edu), or 16 Mayflower Rd., Vernon Hills, IL 60061. 847-918-9066.
GARDNER, COLEMAN, SMITH, PEOPLES, JOBES: My surnames in Meigs County are Gardner 1835+, Coleman circa 1850, Smith 1835+, Peoples circa 1850+, and Jobes 1877+. Beth Wilson (Email swilson@loop.com).