Searching for ancestors of Joseph L. Taylor, born ca. 1824 in Illinois. He married Jane Ann __________ (Schmidt or Smith). Said to have had 13 children, the first two being born in AR - James F., born 1846, and Narcissa Ann, born 1849 who was my g-grandmother.

Who was Joseph L. Taylor's father? Family tradition says he was a "hard-shelled Baptist preacher". In the 1850 Scott Co. Census, in Hickman Township, in the household of Hugh J. Taylor was a male, age 58, listed as J. W. Taylor, and his occupation was given as "local preacher". Could this have been Joseph L. Taylor's father?

Is there a listing of early Baptist preachers in Scott County?

Any information very much appreciated. Glad to exchange information.