I'm seeking more information about Michael
Eli, my great-great-grandfather, and his relatives. He allegedly had 3 wives, but in 1850 is listed on
Christian Co. census as husband of Elizabeth (
Beshears), who was daughter of Thomas
Beshears and Sally
Killebrew. Michael and Elizabeth had a daughter, Rebecca Jane
Eli, who married Joseph Allen. On 1850 census Michael
Eli, Taliafero
Eli, and Thomas
Eli reported being born in
Tennessee. I don't know the relationship among these men but they are listed adjacently on census. Where in
Tennessee did they come from? Who were their parents? Who were Jospeh Allen's parents? I'd like to exchange information with anyone working on these surnames. Any leads will be greatly appreciated. Please e-mail me at
judiemeador@netscape.net