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Stephan Family Cemetry

georgiabutka — 2009-10-17 22:57:47Z

I need to know the exact location of the Stephan family
cemetry on Stephan bridge road.I do thank the source who
told me it was just before the bridge if you were coming
from the north.I must apologize because I did not see it.
Is it on private Stephan property? public property?
Is it around the area of Gate's lodge? This is very important to me as Peter&Helen(Thinnes) Stephan were my grandfather's
great grandparents.My grandfather's grandparents were....
Reuben&Jeanne(Stephan)Babbitt.So any info on the exact location would be very greatful.
Thank-you
Renee Butka
grbutka@yahoo.com

Re: Difficulty finding records...

violaviolaitsme — 2009-10-04 20:20:45Z

I found a date of marriage record for June 21, 1913 for Mike Penhertor age 22 and Anna Petz age 24 for Greyling, MI both of them born in Austria. Mike's father's name is listed as Juedov Penhertor and his mother's maiden name looks like Malanker and it says she was deported. Anna's father is Joseph Petz and it says her mother's name is Caroline. It says she was deported also. It looks like Witnesses are listed as M. (can't make out the name)and Josephine Zerr, Zan or Zar or Zav. It is difficult to read some of the names.

Frederic hotel property records

skyisland12 — 2009-08-22 21:45:41Z

Could anyone advise me how I can check property deeds in Frederic between 1900 and 1925? Also, is there a town map available during those years? Many thanks. Sandy

Armstrongs in Frederic, Grayling area?

JossArmstrong — 2009-08-22 14:08:16Z

Hi all!

Their is an Armstrong homestead that, as of fifteen years ago, is still standing in Frederic. After my grandfather retired he and my grandmother lived for several years in Grayling, the back yard of their house was against the Au Sable. The geneology is a little twisted because there were two alfred armstrongs, to the best of my knowledge, one was the product of Wealthy Armstrong's previous marriage and was adopted by my great grandfather, the other was the product of my great grandfather's first marriage to a woman who is unknown. I know my grandfather was Alfred. I don't know which of the two he was, as the names change quite a bit in census records and whatnot.

Does anyone have any clarifying information on this?

Re: George Mahon Does Any One Know This Family Need Help Please

thunderrockvalley — 2009-01-26 12:36:02Z

Hello,

I have been tring to trace this family down. I would love to here from you. Would you please contact me.

Glenn

Re: George Mahon Does Any One Know This Family Need Help Please

thunderrockvalley — 2009-01-22 02:54:19Z

Hi there

I was reading this posting and you are thinking that George I. Mahon is your great grand father, could you please e-mail me in private please to :

thunderrockvalley@yahoo.com

I have some info Thanks Glenn

Re: George Mahon Does Any One Know This Family Need Help Please

RodgersNJ — 2009-01-20 14:27:37Z

On the 1900 census, it says they were married in 1882.

Re: George Mahon Does Any One Know This Family Need Help Please

RodgersNJ — 2009-01-20 14:22:31Z

I think that George and Netties son George is my Great Grandfather 1888-1938. I also am having a hard time tracing that side.

Fairbotham family of Grayling

DavidHardy500 — 2009-01-12 10:29:59Z

Is there anyone there who has a complete tree of the Fairbotham family starting with James Fairbotham from Yorkshire, England in Woodstock,Ontario and continuing with William Fairbotham in Grayling MI ?

David Hardy - researching Fairbotham in Yorkshire and abroad.
Eindhoven - the Netherlands

Re: Gierke

shanscheer — 2009-01-06 14:27:47Z

I am a descendent of Frank M Gierke. Please let me know what information you are looking for.

Thank you,
Shannon

Gierke

LogCabinGenealogySociety — 2009-01-06 14:27:18Z

This new way of posting a query, is confusing to me. But want to contact direct Mr.Bancrof. To thank him for his reply to my query. If you need anything up this way, I am here. "Alex" The family of Adam Gierke were here yesterday, told of years ago visiting,Gierke/Gould families. Knew he was a teacher. Thanks

Re: Lumber Camp

cricket607 — 2008-08-25 15:00:02Z

I am Eleanor Sinkler Scanlon's great niece on my Dad's side of the Sinkler family. Please email me at Cricket607@aol.com.
Hope we can help each other out on family history.

Re: Annie Barry

larkim — 2008-08-11 00:43:28Z

Annie S. Barry's head stone is located in Pere Cheney (Center Plains)but there is no record of it belonging there. It may have been removed from another cemetery and placed there. There are a few different people trying to find where it belongs. The oldest record of it being there is 2002.

Re: Annie Barry

Valarie316 — 2008-08-11 00:42:57Z

HI. I DONT KNOW IF YOUR STIL LOKING FOR THIS PERSON, BUT SHE IS BURIED AT CENTER PLAINS CEMETERY, CRAWFORD COUNTY,GRAYLING ,MI. THIS CEMETERY IS ALSO KNOWEN AS THE HAUNTED CEMETERY PEREY CHENEY. I HAVE A PIC OF HER HEADSTONE IT AS ON IT. ANNIE S. BARRY- MAR 17 1888, MAY 27 1907. IF YOU WANT I CAN SEND YOU A COPY. HOPE THIS HELPS YA. MRS VALARIE CLARK.

Annie Barry

bluedumplin — 2008-08-11 00:41:59Z

Does anyone have information on Annie Barry from Crawford County.
Death date 1907
Thank you

Re: Moon

Mae3607 — 2008-07-08 23:17:05Z

1880 Census White oak Ingham county Michigan
Henry E. Moon 35 1845 Michigan farmer
Laure E. Moon 23 1857 Michigan Keeps house
Nora Moon 12 1868 Michigan daughter at school
John Moon 5 1875 Michigan son at home
Floyd Moon 2 1878 Michigan son at home

1900 Census Beaver Creek Crawford Michigan
Floyd Moon 22 1878 Michigan Farm Laborer
Rillie ( Urilla )20 1880 Ohio keeps house
Tillie Moon 1 1899 Michigan daughter at home

1900 Census Beaver Creek Crawford Michigan
Henry E. Moon Head born Michigan Farmer
Laura E. Moon Wife born Michigan Keeps house
William H. Moon Son 15 1884 Michigan
Aalbert Moon Son 11 1888 Michigan
Loren Moon Son 9 1891 Michigan
Mabel M. Moon Daughter 5 1894

Floyd Moon age 28
Married
Urilla Wright age 16
2 October 1897 Grayling Crawford Michigan
Father of bride, John Wright

Hope the above information is helpful, and what you are looking for.

I will look for other information later this evening, will search other census, marriages, world war 1 draft registrations for the sons of Henry and Laura Moon, on these ww1 forms, there is usually information not found anywhere else, will get back with you soon.

Mae

Moon

jenniferhoy5758 — 2008-07-08 14:26:20Z

I am looking for information on any of the Moons from crawford county, i know they lived in Beaver Creek Township for many years. My great great grandmothers name was Tillie Moon and her parents were Floyd and Urilla Moon and floyds parents were Henry and Laura Moon but that is about what i know.
Any information would be greatly appreciated.
Thank You.

Jennifer

Vital Record Card File

bamayer — 2007-09-28 01:48:54Z

Has anyone used this File at the Library in Grayling. What does it offer? Is it very complete. I see the LDS church a microfilmed it. It says, Vital record card file, Crawford County Avalanche, Michigan ca. 1880-2006. Can someone look up surnames?

Thanks
John
jjmayer@chartermi.net

Mysterious Murder or Hunting Accident in Grayling - Albert Boss

2006-08-27 18:03:45Z

I'm trying to find information on a mysterious hunting accident in Grayling, Michigan. The victim was Albert Boss US Air Force and my hunch is that this happened in the late 40s. If anyone has any information or even a hunch please let me know. I'd like to know a rough date so I can search for newspaper archives if it's possible. Thanks, SoMany?s freeasthewind@earthlink.net

Re: Stephan and Trudeau

2006-07-10 17:50:12Z

Sorry, i know of Stephans in Greyling back to Peter Stephan who migrated to the U.S. and in 1880 census was 44, married to Helen (assumed) with the age of some of the children living there, not sure if they married into the family. had a 23,19 and 17 year old that all seem old enough to marry.. i have since found the Trudeaus back to 1500s thanks

Re: Christian Victor Salling

2002-04-08 22:48:14Z

Hi Kristine,

I have the following pertaining to Victor SALLING:

The following information extracted from the Grayling, Crawford Co., MI Newspaper Avalanche. NOTE: The date at the end of each extract indicates the date of the publication:
-MARRIED-On Saturday evening, Sept. 8th, at the residence of N. P. SALLING, by Rev. J. W. TAYLOR, Mr. Victor SALLING and Miss Christina HANSON, all of Grayling. The happy couple have the sincere congratulations of the AVALANCHE. "May they live long and prosper." (13 Sep 1888)

-BORN-Monday, the 8th., to Mr. and Mrs. Victor SALLING, a daughter. (11 Nov 1897)

-BORN-Monday, April 23, to Mr. and Mrs. Victor SALLING, a son. (26 Apr 1900)

-DIED-Wednesday, March 20, the infant son of Mr. and Mrs. Victor SALLING. The bereaved parents have the deepest sympathy of the entire community. The older children were attacked with Scarlatina several weeks ago, and one after another was stricken with the dread disease, the baby being the last. As a sequale, an absess formed back of one eye, which was destroyed, and finally its suffering was relieved by death. (21 Mar 1901)

-Born-Saturday, June 28th, to Mr. and Mrs. Victor SALLING, a daughter. (3 Jul 1902)

-V. SALLING and family are enjoying a visit from his cousin, Mr. N. LINDHOLM of New York. (25 Feb 1909)

-Miss Elizabeth SALLING returned Monday from New York. Her sister, Miss Marion, who was with her will remain in Detroit and attend the Thomas training school. (21 Sep 1911)

-Mrs. Fred BURDEN of Detroit, cousin of Victor SALLING spent Saturday and Sunday at the home of the latter. (22 Aug 1912)

-Last Monday, September 8th, occurred the twenty-fifth anniversary day of the wedding of Mr. and Mrs. Victor SALLING of this city. No pretense at celebrating the event was made by the members of the family, however a number of their many friends came in during the evening to express their congratulations and help make the day enjoyable by their presence. Victor SALLING and Christine HANSON were united in marriage on September 8th, 1888, the ceremony taking place in the house now occupied by Robert REAGAN. They were attended by Miss Alice BUTTLES and Albert GROULOFF. Among those present were Mr. and Mrs. J. K. HANSON, Carl MICHELSON, J. K. BATES; Mr. and Mrs. Andrew PETERSON; Mr. and Mrs. Louis JENSON. The event of last Monday night brought back pleasant memories of that wedding day a quarter of a century ago. (11 Sep 1913)

-Miss Elizabeth SALLING, who graduated last month in the course of music and drawing at the Ferris Institute is visiting this week at Standish. She has already an opportunity of accepting a desirable position as teacher if she chooses to accept. (23 Jul 1908)

-Invitations are out for the wedding of Miss Elizabeth SALLING, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Victor SALLING, and Mr. Spencer Wellington MEILSTRUP, son of Mrs. J. MEILSTRUP, which will be solemnized on Wednesday evening June 3rd at the Danish Lutheran church. (21 May 1914)

-SALLING-MEILSTRUP WEDDING
Last evening, at the Danish Lutheran church, before a large assemblage of relatives and friends of the contracting parties, occurred the marriage of Miss Elizabeth SALLING, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Victor SALLING of this city, and Mr. Spencer MEILSTRUP, son of Mrs. James MEILSTRUP, also of Grayling.
At 8:00 o'clock, to the strains of Mendelssohn's wedding march, played by Mrs. Judson BRADLEY, the wedding party entered the church, led by the ushers, Mr. Thorwald P. PETERSON of this city and Mr. Randall GRAVES of Bay City, followed by little Helen SCHUMANN, as flower girl, Miss Marion SALLING, sister of the bride, as bridesmaid, and the, gracefully leaning upon the arm of her father, came the bride, who was met at the altar by the groom and Mr. Ambrose MEILSTRUP, who officiated as best man.
The ceremony was performed by Rev. KJOLHEDE, pastor of the church, the ring service being used.
The bride was simply but richly gowned in ivory satin, cut with a square train which fell from the shoulders and fastened with a large butterfly bow. She wore a tulle veil fastened with lillies-of-the-valley and carried a shower bouquet of white roses and lillies-of-the-valley. The bridesmaid was very becomingly gowned in flowered chiffon over white satin and carried a bouquet of pink roses. The little flower girl was sweet in a simple white dress with pink sash and lace cap and carried a basket of spirea and carnations. the groom, best man and ushers were attired in the conventional black. The church was trimmed with white peonies and smilax and in fron of the altar there were large vases of Easter lillies.
Following the ceremony a reception was held at Danebod hall. In the receiving line were the bride and groom, Mr. and Mrs. SALLING, Mrs. James MEILSTRUP, Miss Marion SALLING, Mr. Ambrose MEILSTRUP, Thorwald PETERSON, Randall GRAVES and Miss Helen SCHUMANN. Above the stage was lattice work covered with smilax, beneath which was stationed BRADLEY's orchestra.
After congratulations and best wishes had been expressed by the guests they were ushered into the dining room. The bride's table was round and covered with an exquisite table cloth, made in Switzerland, and was most effective over a pink cover. In the center of the table was a large flat basket, on the handle of which was tied pink tulle. This was filled with pink and white roses. The other tables were decorated with vases filled with pink and white peonies, and crystal candle sticks with pink shades over lighted candles.
A dainty two-course luncheon was served by the following young ladies: Lilas CASSIDY, Bernadette CASSIDY, Matilda FOLEY, Marguerite FOLEY, Lucile HANSON, Mabel KELLEY, Anna WALTON, Anna FISCHER, Wilda FAILING and Mildred BUNTING.
The bride and groom were recipients of many beautiful and costly gifts in silver, cut glass and furniture.
The bride was born in Grayling and has lived here the greater part of her life. She is a sweet, gentle lady, who will take a popular place among the young matrons of this city. The groom has lived in Grayling for the past six years, is a young man of sterling character, and has good business ability. At present he is assistant manager of the T-Town mills.
Guests from out of the city were Mr. and Mrs. Fred MICHELSON, Mrs. F. C. BURDEN, Miss Cornelia MEILSTRUP and Mrs. W. F. BENKELMAN and son John, of Detroit; Mr. and Mrs. Frank MICHELSON, of Johannesburg, Miss Francis WHITNEY and Randall GRAVES, of Bay City, and Mrs. POMEROY, of Standish.
Mr. and Mrs. MEILSTRUP left on the morning train for a wedding trip, and will visit Grand Rapids, Detroit, Cleveland, Mackinaw City and Tawas City. They expect to return to Grayling in about two weeks. The Avalanche joins their many friends in extending congratulations. (4 Jun 1914)

-Miss Elizabeth SALLING returned Monday from New York. Her sister, Miss Marion, who was with her will remain in Detroit and attend the Thomas training school. (21 Sep 1911)

-Miss Marion SALLING returned to Detroit yesterday, after a few days vacation with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Victor SALLING. (11 Apr 1912)

-Miss Marion SALLING returned Tuesday evening from Detroit. Last Friday she graduated from the Detroit conservatory of music. (27 Jun 1912)

-After spending Thanksgiving with her parents, Miss Marian SALLING returned to Detroit last Sunday night to take up her work as teacher for the Detroit Conservatory of Music. She is also studying vocal music and delsarte. She was accompanied by her sister, Miss Elizabeth, who will remain about two weeks. (5 Dec 1912)

-Victor SALLING and wife and daughter - Louise and Christine spent Tuesday and Wednesday in Cheboygan. (15 Aug 1912)

-Miss Louise SALLING invited in a number of friends Saturday p. m. to help her celebrate her eleventh birthday. (3 Jul 1913)

-Victor SALLING and wife and daughter - Louise and Christine spent Tuesday and Wednesday in Cheboygan. (15 Aug 1912)

Re: Re:Victor Salling

2002-04-09 22:04:44Z

Hi Kristine,

I hope the information proves useful to you. Regarding its source - I am transcrbing all of the microfilmed records (with a genalogical value) of the Crawford County Michigan Newspaper the "Avalanche," for the years 1879 through 1940.

Currently I have completed the years from 1879 through Jul 1915. I only have 25 more years of records to complete and I work on it everyday.

I have all of the records from 1879 through 1910, displayed on my web pages. If you care to visit, click on the following web address: http://members.tripod.com/~stoliker/index.htm

Regards,
Louis R. Ward, Jr.

Re: SVARD / SWARD family in Grayling

2002-04-23 22:37:54Z

I extracted the following information pertaining to "JUDGE," from "Michigan Place Names:"
"JUDGE, Crawford Couny: a station on a branch of the Michigan Central Railroad in 1889; George F. OWEN became is first postmaster in Feb. 10, 1892, the office being changed to Lovells on Feb. 8, 1909."

Re: Barber

2002-06-30 00:03:38Z

Jeannie,
I am extracting records from the Crawford County, Michigan Newspaper the "Avalanche." If you care to visit my web pages at http://members.tripod.com/~stoliker/index.html you will find information pertaining to your family of interest there.

Sincerely,

Louis R. Ward, Jr.

Re: Albert Cutter, died 1892

2002-07-28 14:45:42Z

I extracted the following information, pertaining to A. Cutter, from the Grayling, Crawford Co., MI Newspaper Avalanche. NOTE: The date at the end of each extract indicates the date of the publication:
-FREDERIC CORRESPONDENCE.
Mr. A. CUTTER, the blacksmith at DeWard, died last Tuesday. He had been at this place, Sunday, accompanied by his two boys, riding back as far as the gates in a sleigh. He had something of a load of provisions to carry, and the boys, going ahead arrived at home all right, notwithstanding the terrible storm. When late in the evening the father had not arrived at home, a searching party started out to look for him, finding him at five o'clock, Monday morning, in a badly frozen condition. It is thought, that he fell in an appoplectic fit, and was unable to battle against the storm and cold. The remains were brought here for interment in the Maple Forest cemetery. (6 Feb 1902)

Re: FLORENCE PAULINE MORROW daughter of CHARLES & RUTH MORROW

2002-11-03 15:46:44Z

I found the following references to Charles MORROW in the Crawford County Newspaper "The Avalanche":
The following information extracted from the Grayling, Crawford Co., MI Newspaper Avalanche. NOTE: The date at the end of each extract indicates the date of the publication:

-LOVELL'S LOCALS.
Mrs. Arthur BURKE is visiting her sister-in-law, Mrs. Chas. MORROW. (23 Nov 1911)

-LOVELLS.
Chas. MORROW and family returned during the past week from Johannesburg where they attended the funeral of two relatives. One a grandmother and the other a small brother of Mrs. MORROW's. (21 Nov 1912)

-LOVELLS.
Mrs. E. M. BOR of Flint with two small daughters are guests of her brother, Charles MORROW, this week. (15 May 1913)

-LOVELLS.
C. MORROW and family have moved to Johannesburg vicinity. (26 Jun 1913)

Re: Crawford County MIGenWeb Site

2003-03-16 14:47:54Z

Hi Debbie,

I extracted the following information pertaining to your family from the Grayling, Crawford Co., MI Newspaper Avalanche. NOTE: The date at the end of each extract indicates the date of the publication:

-Married-June 10th, Mr. Alexander WEBB and Mrs. Lizzie LaFAVE. Justice Woodburn officiating. (13 Jun 1901)

-A quiet wedding was solemnized at St. Marys church Tuesday morning at 7 o'clock, Rev. Fr. J. J. RIESS performing the ceremony, when Florence VANASSE of Johannesburg and Joseph NEPHEW of this city were united in marriage. Miss Mary PAPIN acted as bridesmaid and Mr. Elmer VANASSE, brother of the bride, as groomsman, both of Johannesburg. The bride wore a white satin costume and picture hat and the bridesmaid the same. They took their wedding breakfast at the home of the brides cousin, Mrs. Mose WOODS and left for their wedding trip the same afternoon. They will reside here upon their return. (23 Jan 1913)

-The infant child of Mr. and Mrs. Mose WOODS passed away Tuesday morning. Interment was made in Elmwood cemetery Tuesday afternoon. (24 Sep 1914)

- Revigny, France.
Nov. 27, 1918.
Mrs. Lizia LaFAVE,
Grayling, Mich.,
Dear Grandma:-
It is with great pleasure that I answer your most kind and welcome letter, which I received today, and I was more than pleased to hear that you were all well, as this letter leaves me at present.
Well, Grandma we are having pretty bad weather here now, but I guess it is the same all over in the fall of the year, but we have it better now. When it rains we are in barracks; we don't have to sleep outside anymore. Well, Grandma I am glad to know that you had such a nice visit and such a long one, and I suppose you saw everybody you knew; and now the next one you will see is me and I don't think it will be very long before I will be there. I was going to send you some money for my farm but I am thinking that we are gong back and I thought I would wait and bring it myself, but I don't know when I do get back I have to celebrate a little.
I suppose Phil is home by this time and lots of other soldiers. I got that letter you sent me that Phil wrote, and it seems funny that he didn't get any mail from me because I wrote him often, but didn't get any answer. I don't know but I think there must have been something wrong with the mail here, because I haven't got a letter for about six weeks until today.
Well, I will tell you about a few of the fronts that we have been on. We had some hard battles; the first was Tool, then we were on the Alsace front. That was a trench war affair. From there we went to Soissons. That was the start of open war and hard battling. From there we went to Chatteau Thierry, and gave them H--- there for about seven weeks, and then we moved to Verdun, that was our last front. It was the hardest fighting we ever had, and that's where we made them quit. One day we brought down seven planes that were right around where we were, and we fought with the best soldiers that Germany ever put up, and we sure did fix them.
Today is Thanksgiving Grandma, and I sure would like to be with you for dinner. I suppose you will have lots of good things, but I guess we will have the same when I get there.
Well, I don't know of anything more to say I guess I will have to close for thsi time. So good bye-bye. Answer soon as you can. Hoping to see you all soon.
From your Grandson,
Corp. Daniel KAVANAUGH,
Battery F, 119th Field Art.,
American Expeditionary Forces. (26 Dec 1918)

-Mose WOODS who has been employed in Detroit is home again and has resumed work at the Grayling Dowel & Tie Plug Co. (15 Jun 1922)

-AGED LADY DIES.
Mrs. Liza LaFAVE passed away at the home of her daughter Mrs. Mose WOODS at the ripe old age of 87 years. An illness together with her advanced age has kept her to her bed most of the time during the past year. In July she came from Standish to Grayling to pay her daugher Mrs. WOODs a visit, after having been ill for some time, and soon after coming here suffered a relapse. At 8:30 o'clock Tuesday morning of last week she passed away amidst her children, who watched constantly at her bedside. The remains were taken Wednesday night to Standish accompanied by relatives and the funeral was held at 10:00 on Thanksgiving day from the Catholic church, with interment in the Standish cemetery.
Liza BOURDOW was born in Ontington, Canada, July 24th, 1835. Some time before coming to Michigan, which was in 1874, she was united in marriage to John LaFAVE. To them were born six children, five of whom survive. On coming to Michigan the family settled in Zilwaukee, where they remained for several years later moving to Standish, where they purchased a farm and lived until Mr. LaFAVE's death in October, 1906. After her husband's death Mrs. LaFAVE sold her farm to her son Nels LaFAVE, who still resides on it.
After leaving Standish Mrs. LaFAVE with her two grandsons resided in Johannesburg for a short time later coming to Grayling, where she has since resided.
Mrs. LaFAVE ws a kind and loving mother and was ever ready to help those in need. When her daughter, Mrs. Minnie KAVANAUGH was called by death leaving two small sons, Mrs. LaFAVE took it upon herself to rear them to manhood. They are known as Philip and Dan KAVANAUGH. Their father had also died when they were young. Mrs. LaFAVE was loved by her children and given every comfort in her last hours.
Three sons and two daughters survive the deceased, Archie LaFAVE, who is ill with paralysis at a hospital in Detroit, and was unable to be in attendance at the funeral; Nels LaFAVE of Standish, Mrs. Henry VANASSE of Detroit and Mrs. WOODS and Alfred LaFAVE of this city, and an only brother Alfred BOURDOW of Saginaw, besides 20 grandchildren and several great grandchildren. (7 Dec 1922)

-Alfred LaFAVE died at the home of his sister Mrs. Mose WOODS on Park St. Saturday night at 10:30 o'clock. He was 52 years of age. The remains were taken to Standish Sunday night for burial. The funeral was held Tuesday morning at 9:30 o'clock. He was a member of the Knights of Columbus of Grayling. Besides the WOODS family, Mrs. Henry VANASSE, sister of the deceased, and daughter Miss Elsie, were in attendance at the funeral. (4 Sep 1924)

I hope this information is useful to your research.

Louis

Re: Arnold S Burrows Family

2003-07-27 14:53:01Z

I found the following information in my "Avalanche" database pertianing to your BURROWS family:
The following information extracted from the Grayling, Crawford Co., MI Newspaper Avalanche. NOTE: The date at the end of each extract indicates the date of the publication:
-Mrs. P. BURROWS arrived last Saturday afternoon from Flint for a visit with her sons, Arnold and Harvey. (24 Oct 1912)

-Mrs. Arnold BURROWS and baby Merton returned home last week after several weeks visit with relatives and friends in Cheboygan. (17 Apr 1913)

-A fine little daughter arrived at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Arnold BURROWS last Friday morning, Sept. 25th. (1 Oct 1914)

-Walter COWELL has purchased the barber shop of Frank GIERKE and took possession last Tuesday. Mr. GIERKE and family will move to Manistique, in the upper peninsula. It is regretted to lose Mr. GIERKE and his family from Grayling. He has been running a clean enterprising shop, since the short time that he has been in business here. Mr. COWELL has been employed at the George McCULLOUGH shop for the past four years. Arnold BURROUGHs, who also has been working at the McCULLUGH shop has hired out to Mr. COWELL. Mr. McCULLOUGH says that he will soon have a first class barber to fill the vacancy at his shop. (15 Oct 1914)

-Cameron GAME has purchased the interests of his partner, Arnold BURROWS, in the meat market and will conduct the same. Mr. BURROWS and wife are taking a short vacation after which they expect to return to Grayling. (28 Mar 1918)

-Today the MILKS meat market changes hands, Arnold BURROWS who has been the efficient meat cutter at this market has taken over Mr. MILKS' interests and hereafter this place of business will be known as the Arnold BURROWS market and will be run in the same clean, business-like manner, as formerly. Mr. BURROWS is well liked in Grayling and his ability as a market man will no doubt assume his complete success. Mr. MILKS has been one of the most reliable business men in this city for the past eleven years. He served as a member of the Village council for several terms and also as a member of the Township Board of Grayling township. He says that he has not yet decided just what he will do in the future but for the present, at least he and his wife will retain their home here. (24 Apr 1919)

-CIRCUIT COURT.
The April term of Circuit court will convene at the Court House in this city next Monday, with Hon. Guy E. SMITH of Gladwin on the bench, making his second term in Grayling.
CHANCERY CASES.
Causes in which no progress has been made for more than one year:
United States Slicing Machine company vs. Cameron GAME and Arnold BURROWS. (8 Apr 1920)

-CAMPTERS HAVE TENTED VIL-
LAGE AT LAKE MAR-
GRETHE.
The extreme warm weather brot a number of campers to Lake Margrethe within the past few weeks. A number of Grayling families have pitched their tents on the beach and are enjoying the breezes of the lake. The tents are in the vicinity of Collen's Inn and every few days new parties arrive and pitch their tents.
Among those who are camping in this little settlement are the Anthony TRUDEAU, the Arnold BURROWS families, and Mr. and Mrs. BURROWS are entertaining the latter's sister Miss Hazel WALKER and her chum, Miss Anna FISCHER of Cheboygan. Mr. and Mrs. Clarence BROWN, and the Herbert GOTHRO family have quarters nearby and will remain all summer. Mrs. BROWN's mother, Mrs. Frank WOODRUFF and son Kenneth of Bay City are visiting them. Mr. and Mrs. Alva ROBERTS and son Junior and Mr. and Mrs. Herbert TRUDO and daughter Shirley are in another party. Messrs. Leo SCHRAM, Gordon CHAMBERLIN, Paul REINHART, Harold SCHMIDT, Harold McNEVEN, Thorwald PETERSON, William POOR, Lionel LaGROW, Eugene MURPHY and Harry COOK are spending the summer at the lake their camps being located near the lake front, but down among the cottages.
Among the resorters at the Canvas Village are Mr. and Mrs. J. W. BAILEY of Lansing, who have been in Grayling for a number of weeks. They have with them a unique camp trailer and seem to be enjoying themselves very much. They motored thru from Georgia, where they had been visiting. Mr. and Mrs. BAILEY were old residents of Grayling, and Mr. BAILEY has enjoyed telling at gatherings around camp-fires which are built in the evening, of the time in days long gone by of how lumbering operations were carried on in the vicinity of Portage Lake, now Lake Margrethe, and where the railroad that transported the lumber was located and the mill that was used in the manufacture of it. This was in 1869. He says since leaving Grayling he has longed to get back just for a visit. Mr. and Mrs. BAILEY are interesting people and their presence at the lake is being much enjoyed.
The folks of this little canvas village spend the evenings telling tales around camp fires rowing, or dancing to the music of a victrola at Collen's Inn. This year more than ever before, the camping parties at Lake Margrethe have increased. (21 Jul 1921)

-Mr. and Mrs. Arnold BURROWS are receiving congratulations on the arrival of a daughter at their home yesterday noon. (7 Dec 1922)

-Frank WALKER, who has been visiting his sister, Mrs. A. S. BURROWS for ten days left Tuesday for Cheboygan. Mr. WALKER just completed a season's sailing on the lakes. (20 Dec 1923)

Re: 1900 Census lookup ?

2005-09-09 15:24:11Z

The family you referred to is as follows:
The following information extracted from the 1900 Census of Beaver Creek, Crawford, MI:
name - Hans CHRISTENSON
a.39
b.Oct 1860
Immigrated to US 1881, lived in US 19 years
occupation - Not Listed
married to Caroline 15 years
f.b.Denmark
m.b.Denmark

Hans' children listed in this census were Axel, Bernhart, Ernest, Carl, Johnnie, Henry.

Re: Christian Salling

2002-04-06 22:24:33Z

Is it possible that the Christian SALLING you are interested in is Victor SALLING? I have information extracted from the Crawford County Newspaper the "Avalanche" on a Victor SALLING, who was married to Christina HANSON on 8 Sep 1888 and a few of their descendants.

If any of this seems likely or possible, let me know and I will copy you with what I have.

Crawford & Tappan of MI, NE, NY, VA

2002-01-26 23:47:57Z

My great-grandmother was Esther Tappan Crawford.She was married to Albert and then Norman Crawford. All born in MI.
Her father was Allen Tappan who was born in NY and moved to MI then NE. Her mother is listed as Mary J Tappan in the 1960 NE census, I believe that she must have been Mary Jane Williams as shown in the St Clair MI marriages to Allen Tappan. It appears that Albert and Norman Crawford were the sons of John M Crawford who also was born in NY then moved to Michigan. His wife was Mary or Polly. Her maiden name may have been Miller. Esther and Norman ultimately moved with all the children to VA. Any leads are appreciated.

Obit Submission - Phoebe Owens, wife of the late George Owens

1998-10-12 12:00:00Z

The following information extracted from the Grayling, Crawford Co., MI Newspaper Avalanche. 1833

"Mrs. Phoebe Owens Passed Away

Mrs Phoebe Owens, wife of the late George Owens, and a resident of Crawford County for the past 52 years passed away at her home here Tuesday evening at l8:40 o'clock. The elderly lady suffered a paralitic stroke several days ago, which left her in a very feeble condition and life gradually ebbed away. Mrs. Owens was one of Grayling's pioneers and through her many years of residence here made many friends among the old and the young. And she could tell you tales of the early life of Grayling which were very interesting. Venturing into marriage at an early age she was left a widow at the tender age of 16. Sometime later she was married to John Kelly and to the union one daughter was born, now Mrs. Davis(d) H. Ward. Her third marriage was to Rastus Purchase, a well known game warden of this county, and sometime after Mr. Purchase passed away she was united in marriage to George F. Owens, a well known resident of Lovells and Grayling. Mr. Owens passed away a few years ago and Mrs. Owens had made her home between Grayling and Ferndale since.Besides her daughter Mrs. Ward, who with her family have been making their home with Mrs. Owens here, there are six grandchildren and two great grandchildren. Funeral services are being held this afternoon at 3:00 o'clock at Michelson memorial church, with the Rev. H. J. Salmon officiating. Interment will be at Elmwood cemetery. Those from out of town who are expected to attend the funeral are Mr. and Mrs. C. B. Stoliker of Ferndale; Ralph Routier, Ray Owens, Detroit; Charles Owens, Maple Forest.

Obit Submission - Erastus PURCHASE

1998-10-12 12:00:00Z

The following information extracted from the Grayling, Crawford Co., MI Newspaper Avalanche. NOTE: The date at the end of each extract indicates the date of the publication.

-E. PURCHASE was reported dead a week ago by the Roscommon News. He was in town last Friday and was decidedly lively for a corpse. (5 Dec 1901)

-As we go to press, Wednesday, we learn of the sudden death of Erastus PURCHASE, during the night, but have no particulars of his demise. Farther notice will be given next week. (1 Aug 1907)

-PURCHASE, Saginaw. - The funeral of the late Erastus PURCHASE was held from the home of Mr. and Mrs. William a. CRANE, Sunday afternoon at two o'clock. Rev. Mr. COOKE of the Free Methodist Church, officiated. W. J. McCRON rendered the hymns "Nearer My God to Thee" and "Jesus Lover of my Soul." Many of the neighbors who had known Mr. PURCHASE during the many years he lived in Tittabawassee township attended the services. The interment was in Oakwood cemetery. The pall bearers were: W. E. CRANE, Dr. B. F. A. CRANE and Ambrose CRANE, nephews of the deceased, Williiam ROTIER (ROUTIER) of Battle Creek, son-0in-law, Floyd A. CRANE, grand nephew, and Judge Riley L. CRANE. Erastus PURCHASE was born in the town of Phelps, Ontario county, New York, June 20, 1838. He was the youngest of seven sons. The family came to Tittabawassee in 1854. In 1865 he was united in marriage with Miss Melissa SOPER, who died in 1893. In 1896 he was united in marriage with Mrs. KELLEY, who survives him. To the first union four children were born, three daughters and one son, one daughter, Ada WATZ, died in 1885, and the son, Alonzo, died in 1900. Miss Emma PURCHASE and Mrs. Jennie PURCHASE-ROUTIER survive him. (15 Aug 1907)

KECHITTAGO Obituary

barnamans — 2001-06-30 18:35:43Z

Hi R. D.,

The additional variation of your surname's spelling and the page number helped.
The obituary you requested follows:

THOMAS KECHITTAGO DEAD.

Thomas KECHITTAGO, a well known Indian character in this vicinity, passed
away early last Monday morning at Mercy hospital, where he had been receiving
treatment for the past couple of weeks for a severe attack of rheumatism. Mr.
KECHITTAGO had been in a feeble condition for several months past, as also has
been his wife. Mr. KECHITTAGO's exact age is not known, but it was
somewhere in the eighties.
Thomas KECHITTAGO, a Chippewa Indian of Saginaw county, in 1863, was
mustered into the United States service, May 23rd of that year, as Seargent of Co.
K. 1st regiment of Michigan Vol. Sharp Shooters, under Col. DELAND of Jackson.
He served in that capacity until the close of the war, July 28, 1865 and was
honorably discharged.
He came with his family to Grayling early in the '90s and was mustered into
Marvin Post No. 240, G. A. R. April 13, 1895, since which time he has been an
honored member, serving most of the time as Guard and Color-bearer of the Post.
Mr. KECHITTAGO has ever been recognized as an honorable and respected
citizen, differing from many of his own people, in that, by his labor, he has been
thoroly independent and sustained a comfortable home for his family tho he had
lived for more than 80 years. He, with his wife, have been consistent members of
the M. E. church for many years, from where his body was born to Elmwood
cemetery, yesterday morning and laid beside their two children, who had gone
before. His wife survives, but her physical condition and age makes it almost sure
that she will join him very soon. The funeral services were conducted by Rev.
MITCHELL and attended by nearly every soldier here, whose health would
permit. The ladies of the G. A. R. attended in a body to pay their last respects.

I hope this helps your research.

Re: NOLAN of Lansing,Grayling,Emmett

barnamans — 2002-03-29 21:49:26Z

I have the following information extracted from the Crawford County Newspaper the "Avalanche," pertaining to Thomas NOLAN, his wife & children:
The following information extracted from the Grayling, Crawford Co., MI Newspaper Avalanche. NOTE: The date at the end of each extract indicates the date of the publication:
-Mr. and Mrs. Thos. NOLAN were called to Saginaw, Monday, by the death of their niece, Miss Helen SCANLON, who died Sunday. She will be remembered by many of our young people, having been an annual visitor here for several years. (11 Apr 1901)

-Our genial deputy sheriff and night watchman Thomas NOLAN, has sold his home in this village, and will move to Lansing, where two of his sons are at work. he has been for sixteen years Record Keeper of the local lodge of Maccabees who will miss his rotund figure at their gatherings, as will all of our citizens from the street. He has resided here over twenty years, and with his family has hosts of friends who will regret his going. (11 Feb 1909)

-Thomas NOLAN and family have gone to their new home, No. 509 Carrolton Ave., Lansing, where they will be glad to meet old friends when in the Capital City. They will be missed from here by hosts of their associates. (4 Mar 1909)

-Mrs. Thos. NOLAN has the pleasure of entertaining her sister, Miss Bridget CARROLL, of Saginaw, who is making her a two week's visit. (10 Jul 1902)

-The friends of Mrs. Thos. NOLAN are shocked and grieved to learn of her death last week. We have no particulars of her last illness. (23 Feb 1911)

-MARRIED-Tuesday evening, Malcom C. BURKE, of Newbury, Mich, and Kate NOLAN, of Grayling, Justice WOODBURN officiating. (8 Oct 1891)

-The people of this place were shocked to hear of the death of Mrs. Katharine NOLAN-BURKE, formerly a resident of this city, who passed away on Thanksgiving morning, at her home in Lansing, where she lived with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Thomas NOLAN, for about four years. The cause of her death has not been obtained. Mrs. BURKE was a member of the Altar society at St. Mary's church, and one time was president of that society. She was a great church worker and was respected and liked by all who know her. Soon after she was married she was left a widow, and with her little son, Frank, who is surviving her, lived with her parents, until they moved to Lansing. Besides her son she leaves her father and four brothers, Henry, John, Edward and Thomas NOLAN, her mother having died one year ago. (5 Dec 1912)

-Mrs. H. NOLAN with her daughter, Bernice left for their new home in Lansing, last Saturday afternoon. (1 Jul 1909)

-MARRIED-On yesterday evening, the 28th, at the residence of Mrs. RUSNELL, by Rev. GUICHARD, Miss Kate TRUEMAN and Mr. John NOLAN. All of Grayling. (29 Jun 1899)

-BORN-Sunday, May 27th, to Mr. and Mrs. John NOLAN, a son. (31 May 1900)

Allen

penbliss1 — 2002-05-01 18:39:10Z

I'm looking for George Arthur Allen died October 27, 1921Fredric, Crawford County, MI. I need to know what cemeteries in Fredrick and who run them so I can see if George is buried there or in Crawford County someplace. Can someone check for me to see where he is buried? Please email if you are reseaching this surname at penbliss@chartermi.net

Stephan and Trudeau

ZORCY — 2006-02-22 15:50:43Z

Can anyone give me some info on these 2 families in Michigan? i Know there is a bridge named after Stephan, some relatives live somewhere near it, but thats it.

Re: George Arthur Allen

penbliss — 2008-02-18 00:26:54Z

On the 1920 fredrick twp census. There is Indian Farm Rd. I want to know > if it still exist? My grandpa lived on the that rd. I'm trying to find out > where George arthur Allen is buried. I know he was there in 1920 and died > 10/27/1921 fredrick twp. I'm trying to find any info on this family that > someone may have. Or is there anyone in the area that is related to this > family. I do have info on the family and willing to share.> Penny
my email is penbliss@hotmail.com

Re: Daniel poss

ThomasKer2 — 2006-07-13 15:48:59Z

I'm not related.
Marriage record -

Spouse 1: Miller, Elizabeth Helen
Spouse 2: Poss, Daniel
Marriage Date: 09 Apr 1845
Marriage Location: Michigan
Lapeer County

Re: Berniece Babbitt & Jack Manny

ThomasKer2 — 2005-11-20 13:02:34Z

does this fit ?

From the 1930 census -
Name: Rueben S Babbitt
Age: 70
Estimated birth year: abt 1860
Birthplace: Michigan
Relation to head-of-house: Head
Spouse's Name: Jeanne Babbitt
Home in 1930: Grayling, Crawford, Michigan
Page: 11B; Enumeration District: 3

Jeanne - 66, b. France
Ellen E. - 33, single, b. Mi
Herbert S. - 26, single, b. Mi

From the 1930 census -
Name: Elmer J. Birdsall
Occupation: Engineer on steam railroad
Age: 42
Estimated birth year: abt 1888
Birthplace: Michigan
Relation to head-of-house: Head
Spouse's Name: Mae Birdsall
Home in 1930: Hazelton, Shiawassee, Michigan
Page: 13B; Enumeration District: 8

Mae - 45, b. NY
Evans, William - 14, b. MI., foster son

1930 is the latest available census.

Re: Berniece Babbitt & Jack Manny

ThomasKer2 — 2005-11-19 13:23:05Z

What is your grandfather's complete name? ?

Who did Berniece marry ?

Mitchell & Reive

lu151 — 2006-09-12 01:19:43Z

Searching for any info on Eugene Mitchell & Elsie Reive who live on Star Route, Grayling, MI in 1971. Would like to have city directory entries, ma to show address (Star Route 424AA; Grayling, MI); plat of property; tax record to show ownership; obit (he died Sep 18, 1971; she died after that date).
email: mwhit1930@aol.com

Scotts of Crawford Co

janiceCasler46 — 2005-01-14 03:50:30Z

Joseph Scott b 1 Apr 1850 Riga Lenawee Co Mi m Elizabeth
Foor 20 Oct 1872 Riga Lenawee Co Mi dau of John Foor &
Margaret Colledge children of this marriage:
Ida Mae m Albert Atwood & Wm. Baker
Oliver Burt m Leda Baker
Henry Fayette m Bertha Leline
George
Charles m Ada Peterson
Alvin Matthew m Alice Boughton
Infant
Laverne M. m Bessie Boughton & Anna Yoeman
Maggie L.

Joseph & Elizabeth Scott resided in Crawford Co in the
the 1900, 1910, 1920 Crawford Co South Branch Twp census
records. Joseph d. 20 Oct 1928 bur Pioneer Cem South
Branch Twp Crawford Co Mi Elizabeth Foor Scott d 19 Apr
1934 South Branch Twp bur Pioneer Cemetery.
Is there any other family out there researching this family
or any of the children?

Leline Crawford Co. Mi.

janiceCasler46 — 2005-01-14 03:50:30Z

Chester Leline b 17 Feb 1870 Oakland Co. Mi. son of John
Leline & Charity S. Quick m Jessie Irish 3 July 1897 Gaylord
Otsego Co Mi dau of William N. Irish & Mary E. Rich
children of this marriage
Bertha M. m Henry F. Scott
Louise
Mary m Douglas J. Ames
Florence m George Herron
Emeline m Ruolph Phund, Essner, Henry Smith
Claude m Margaret Cahill
Edith M. m Arnold Erickson
Chester & Jessie resided in the 1880 & 1920 Crawford
Co Mi census
Chester Leline d 19 Mar 1955 Grayling Crawford Co Mi
bur Pioneer Cem South Branch Twp Crawford Co Mi.
Jessie Irish Leline d 4 June 1927 Flint Genessee Co Mi
bur Oakwood Cem Oakland Co Mi.
Is there any other family out there researching the Leline
family?

Re: Berniece Babbitt & Jack Manny

grbutka_1 — 2005-12-03 16:46:15Z

My Grandfather's complete name was at first,
Wilhelm Lester Babbitt born 8-15-1915.Being that great grandmother Berneice was not married my grandfather took
his mother's last name.But I'm told as a young boy in his
teen years he change it to William Farnell Evans.Because
his mother married a man named William Evans,
my mother told me after my grandfather passed away he wished he would have not changed his name.And would have
kept with his birth name because he was so proud to be
Reuben Babbitt's grandson.As a young boy my grandfather spent most of his time with Elmer & Mae Birdsall who lived by
lake Margerethe in Grayling,MI.I do not know what else to say
except I wish I had Info on Jack Manny who would have been,
my biological great-grandfather.William Evans did not adopt my grandfather when he and Berneice got married,I guess my
grandfather changed his name because he just wanted to belong.
Renee

Berniece Babbitt & Jack Manny

grbutka_1 — 2005-12-03 16:46:15Z

Anyone in Grayling know's the Babbitt &Stephan family
history.I am a decendent of Reuben Babbitt JR.
What I am looking for is any info on Berniece Babbitt (MY grandfather's mother) daughter of Reuben&Jeanne(Stephan)Babbitt,Concerning her relationship with a Jack Manny?
I was told that as a young girl in Grayling,Michigan.
Berniece worked as a ticket agent at the railroad station in
Grayling and met this Jack Manny who I was told was a engineer.The result of this whirlwind romance was my grandfather 8-15-1915.Jack Manny is the needle in my family haystack and I can not find anything on him,it is like he fell off the face of the earth.I also was told his name was on my
grandfather's birthcertificate but the trail goes cold after that.
I would like any help I can get.
Thank-You,
Renee Butka
Gaylord,Michigan

Re: Berniece Babbitt & Jack Manny

grbutka_1 — 2005-12-03 16:46:15Z

Yes,
And thank-you!
But I'm trying to find out who Jack Manny was and info about
him and if he had any contact with Berniece or my grandfather
at all.
Renee

Lumber Camp

NFike4148 — 2005-08-13 01:51:51Z

Elener (or Ellen) Sinkler and John Scanlon -- married in Frederic in 1898 -- is there any mention in the Frederic Centennial book about either name or about the camp? Have been stumped about this for a long time.

George Mahon Does Any One Know This Family Need Help Please

smezy — 2008-01-10 13:14:32Z

George E. Mahon B:1851 Ireland He has married twice. His first wife I don't know. He had one son with her and his name was Frank Mahon B:1885 In Canada this is what the census said. Then George married again in Saint Louis,Gratiot County, Michigan To Nettie Badgley on 02 Mar 1898 they live there in 1900 and then move to Grayling, Crawford County, Michigan in 1910 and I see they Died there. They are buried in Elmswood Cemetery,Grayling, Crawford County, Michigan.

Hopefully maybe some knows this family or you can help me with any info you can.

Glenn

Post Card of the..Au Sable River Grayling, Michigan

PamThatcher816 — 2006-11-26 14:44:48Z

I tryed to send this Post Card to
Devereaux Memorial
Crawford County Library
they do not have an E-Mail address.

The little arrow is the house where my ggrandmother:
Sarah Ann Cowell Regan Hair Beckman lived.
Au Sable River Grayling, Michigan