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nicholas dodd ... 1850 census

lstegal — 21 Aug 2008 4:02:08 GMT

searching for 1840 census
nicholas dodd (1802)NC

Dodd ...... NC chatham ... MS ... TN decatur ... TX ... AR jackson

(6) william dodd (1754)NC chatham
+2 henryetta weaver (1765)NC

.. (5) nicholas dodd (1802)NC - (188?)AR jackson
+ martha j unknown (1806)NC

http://wc.rootsweb.ancestry.com/cgi-bin/igm.cgi?op=GET&d...
lynclarke55@yahoo.com

.....(4) william p dodd (1827)TN
.....(4) penetta p dodd (1828)TN
.....(4) louisa c dodd (1832)TN
.....(4) anjaline dodd (1834)TN
.....(4) bendy a dodd (1836)TN
.....(4) charles b dodd (1837)TN
.....(4) benjamin f dodd (1841)TN
.....(4) john h dodd (1843)TN
.....(4) nancy c dodd (1847)TN decatur
............+ unknown williams
.....................(3) james albert williams (1874)AR
............................+ josie corley (1886)
.....................................(2) louis fletcher williams (1903)
............................................+ mary bailey
.....................................(2) thelma williams

.....(4) atlas jefferson dodd (nov.1825)MS - (1896)AR jackson

...........married 3-12-1853 jackson co.
.......... AR...divorced 5-3-1866

.......+1 rebecca johnson (1821)TX on 4-14-1842 lamar co. TX

.......+2 E beaucham ...m. 12-17-1846 TX lamar co

*......+3 MARGERY A E STEGALL (1835)TN - (1917)TX tom green

................(3) martha florence dodd(6-30-1854)AR - (1-10-1944)AR jackson co.

.....................+ dr. R P watson (7-17-1846) - (9-24-1894)AR ... married 11-7-1872

.......................(2) margery ella watson
............................ + robert "bob" j simmons
.... story has it , that bob simmons shot and killed ... his father-in-law ,
R P watson, they were known enemies. (welcome to the family! )
.......................(2) belle willie ...(1880)-(1881)AR
.......................(2) gracie
..............................+ n whitten
.......................(2) baxter b watson
.......................(2) robert silvey watson

................(3) william lindley dodd (9-1-1859)AR jackson co. - (5-3-1933)TX ft worth , age 74 , buried at detroit TX

.....................+ mary alice neal (9-8-1866)IL - (7-16-1936)TX
..................... m. 1-25-1880 red river TX
........................ (2) marvin a e dodd(1-10-1882)AR jackson co.
.........................(2) gladys mae dodd (12-12-1883) - (1-9-1884)
.........................(2) david p dodd (6-29-1885) - ( 4-16-1937)
.............................+ jessie mcclintock ...m. sept. 10 1903 hillshore TX ... divorced
.................................(1) ruth dodd (7-6-1904)texarkana AR
......................................+ james b carpenter , they had 1 daughter
.............................................. jimmie (carpenter) heard ...jackson co. AR
...... mrs jimmie heard , provided me with the vital historical paperwork i needed that had been eluding me up to that time ....of the names/dates of the family , of our oldest known ancestor william p stegall (1799)NC ........ thanks to the genealogical research handed down to her by her mother ruth (dodd) carpenter.

...............................................+ j paul heard
.....................................................i. john paul heard jr.
....................................................ii. james robert heard
.................................(1) alice e dodd (12-17-1908)AR jackson co.
.....................................+ earl henly
...............................................william r
...............................................lauhaise
............................................... david o.
............................................... dan e
..............................+2 mable c whiteneck ...m. 1917 TX...2nd wife of david p dodd
..................................(1) joycillyn

margaret a e (stegall) - dodd +2 daniel w holden

... is available on-line @ ...
http://familytreemaker.genealogy.com/users/n/e/l/Karla-Y-Nel...

......+4 ellen a glenn (1854)AR - (1899)AR jackson
.......m. 1876 AR jackson co.
................ boliviar dodd
................ lenora dodd
................ victoria dodd
................ cora dodd

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1800 census NC
1810 census NC
1820 census

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1830 Humphreys, Tennessee

Nicholas DOOD

MALES
Under 5: 2
Twenty and under Thirty: 1

FEMALES
Under 5: 1
Twenty and under Thirty: 1

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1840 census

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1850 TN, Decatur Co. Dist 7, image 10 , 71/71
Nicholas Dodd 47 Labor NC
Martha 44
William J. 23 Labor
Jenetta J. 22
Louisa C. 18
Anjaline 16
Beady A. (f) 14
Chas. B. 13
Benj. F. 9
John H. 7
Nancy C. 5

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1860 census TN decatur , decaurville

dodd n ... (nicholas) 57 NC farmer 800 1050
dodd m j ... (martha) 54 NC
dodd c b ... (f) 35 TN ... ( ? celia taylor )
dodd j ... (m) 22 TN
dodd b f ... (benjamin) 16 TN
dodd j h ... (f) 15 TN
dodd n c ... (m) 14 TN
dodd j ... (f) 18 TN

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1860 census ... jackson co. AR village twp p.535

........ atlas j dodd ..... 35 MS
.........margaret (stegall) 24 TN
.............. martha ..... 9 AR
...............lindley ......1 AR
.....................elizabeth stigall .. 15 AR
.....................perry p stigall ....7 AR
..................... fannie stigall ....7 AR

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1870 census jackson co AR ... cache twp., p. 374 line 21

dodd nicholas ......... 68 NC 200
taylor celia ........... 46 NC
samples andrew ......... 18 TN
dodd atlas j ........... 45 NC farmer $30,000 $2,000
..... william ..............8 AR
..... martha florence ...15 AR ... martha f (dodd) watson
* Stegall Perry ......... 15 AR ... (+ mary v darden )
sample ( mcdaniel ) elizabeth ... 20 AR
mcdaniel william ...... 2 AR
mcdaniel mary ......... 6 AR

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1880 census ... AR jackson co., village

dodd atlas j ... 55 SC , NC VA
.... ellen a ....23 AR
son..............3 months AR , NC AR

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1880 census ... AR jackson co., village

dodd nick ...... 78 NC , NC NC
williams nancy ... dau. 32 TN , NC NC widow
williams james a ... gson 6 AR , TN TN
ivens elisha .......sonlaw 24 TN , TN TN

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1880 census ... AR jackson co., village

dodd william l ...... 21 AR , NC AR
...... mary a ......... 14 IL , IL IL

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1880 census ... AR izard co., lacrosse

watson r p 31 AR physician
......... martha f 24 AR , NC TN ... ( dodd )
........ margery e 6 AR
........ lizzie e 4 AR
........ william d 1 AR

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1880 census ... AR jackson co., village

??? dodd bryant ....... 28 TN , TN TN
............. sarah v ...... 20 TN , NC TN
............. andrew j .... 1 AR

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deeds / records ... circuit court jackson co. AR

page 236 ...1878-1887 index ... book 5 page 102
buyer : P P stigall ... seller : A J dodd
400 acres ... $2000 ..................signed 11-1-1880

page 239 ... 1887-1898 index ... book 2 page 573
buyer : T S stephens ... seller : perry p stegall and mary v
various lands .........................signed 4-3-1883

1887-1898 index ... book 15 page 59
buyer : M V stigall ... seller : R P watson
40 acres .................................. signed 1-16-1888

1887-1898 index ... book 15 page 60
buyer : M V stigall ... seller : R P watson
40 acres

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probate papers of William P. dec. and William A. dec., both administered by William C. York, and the guardianship of Frame W., Atlas J. Dodd guardian

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http://ftp.rootsweb.com/pub/usgenweb/ar/jackson/bios/jackson...

Dr. R. P. Watson + martha florence dodd

of Newport. Jackson County, was born in Hempstead County, Ark.: in 1848, and is the
only child of William and Nellie Caldwell) Watson, natives, respectively, of Virginia and Arkansas. William
Watson emigrated from Virginia to Middle Tennessee at an early day, and in 1837 located in Hempstead
County, Ark.: he was a physician and surgeon, and became the owner of a large plantation in Hempstead
County. In 1858 he moved to Jackson County, and the following year went to Craighead County, where he
engaged in farming and the practice of his profession until his death, which occurred in 1864: he served in
the Mexican War, and took quite an active part in politics as a Jeffersonian Democrat. The mother of our
subject died in 1855. Dr. R. P. Watson was reared to the pursuit of farming; he attended the common
schools of his native county, and after his father's death educated himself, attending the seminary at
Jonesboro until 1870, when he entered the old University Medical College at Louisville, graduating from the
latter institution in 1872. The same year he commenced the practice of medicine at Jonesboro, remaining,
however, but a short time. He also acted as medical examiner for a New York life insurance company.
November 7, 1872. Dr. Watson married Martha Florence Dodd, of Jackson County, a daughter of Atlas and
Margery (STEGALL) Dodd, the former a native of Mississippi, and the latter of Memphis, Tenn. Mr. and Mrs.
Dodd came to Jackson County at an early day, and settled in Village Township, where Dr. Watson now
resides; they now live in Izard County Ark. After his marriage. Dr. Watson removed to Jackson County, and
engaged in farming in connection with his practice. In 1881 he removed to La Crosse, Izard County, where
be devoted the greater part of his attention to his profession; in 1884 the cyclone destroyed his residence,
and the following year he moved to his present residence. Dr. Watson owns 2,354 acres of land in one tract,
of which 350 acres are under cultivation, and near by has another farm of 1000 acres, with 350 acres more
improved. He has erected a good cotton-gin and grist and saw mill, and has been one of the leading
stockmen of the county. He is a member of the White River Stock Breeders Association, and owns a great
many fine full-blooded horses and cattle and hogs, in which he takes a great deal of pride. Politically he is in
sympathy with the Democratic party, and has twice been a delegate to the State Convention. He is a member
of Philadelphia Lodge No. 127, A. F. & A. M., of Izard County, and also belongs to the I. O. O. F. at
Newport. Six children have been born to Mr. and Mrs, Watson. viz.: Margery Ella, Belle Willie Dodd, who
died in 1881, aged eighteen months: Gracie, Baxter B. and Robert S. Mrs. Watson is a member of the
Methodist Episcopal Church, and also of the Eastern Star Chapter, of Newberg. The Doctor is one [p.911]
of the live and enterprising men of Jackson County, where he is well known for his public spirit and active
interest in every public enterprise.

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Arkansas Land Records show: NAME--ATLAS J. DODD, LAND OFFICE--BATESVILLE, TOTAL ACRES--120, ISSUE DATE--MAY 01, 1860, and Batesville is in Independence County, Arkansas

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all help appreciated

larry m stegall
larrymstegall@gmail.com

Stegall

http://hometown.aol.com/larry52462/myhomepage/heritage.html

http://www.genealogy.com/users/s/t/e/Larry-M-Stegall/?Welcom...

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BRITTs in Humphreys Co. TN

cStuart66 — 13 Jul 2008 4:27:57 GMT

According to research from a member of the Benton Co. Tenn. Genealogical Society, a John BAKER married Sarah Elizabeth BRITT sometime about 1856. Some of their children were:

Harper Baker
Henry Baker (a.k.a. Tom Stanley)
Laura Baker b. 1860, Benton Co.
James Lafayette Baker b. 1864, Perry Co., d. 1931

I am interested in finding more info about this BRITT family, as well as the BAKER family. Some research shows an Anderson Smith BRITT, who married Mary Wilkes, had a daughter named Elizabeth who married an unknown BAKER. I am trying to find out if this is her or not.

Any help would be much appreciated.

Charles

Martin Wyatt, 1830 Humphreys Co., Tn. census

patriciastaley223 — 20 Jun 2008 12:35:26 GMT

Can anyone give me any info. on the family of Martin Wyatt found in 1830 Humphreys Co., Tn. census?? Who was his wife and children??

1 male 30 to 40
2 males 5 to 10
1 female 30 to 40
1 female 10 to 15
1 female 5 to 10
2 females under 5

Any info. would be greatly appreciated!

Patricia

Martin Wyatt, 1840 Humphreys Co., Tn. census

patriciastaley223 — 20 Jun 2008 12:30:52 GMT

Looking for info. on the family of Martin Wyatt and family found in the 1840 Humphreys Co., Tn. census. Does anyone know the names of his children??

Any help or info. would be greatly appreciated!

Patricia in Illinois

Cemetery Location

SharonBloodworth — 26 Feb 2006 6:14:32 GMT

Can anyone tell me where or how to get to an Averitt Cemetery in Humphreys County?

Harris Thomas Smith Obituary 1903-1972

kaitysmom — 1 May 2008 2:48:22 GMT

Source: “The Stewart-Houston Times” Newspaper, a weekly newspaper of Stewart County and Houston County in Tennessee

Date of Newspaper: Tuesday, March 28, 1972
Page: A-2

Name: Harris Thomas Smith
Age: 69
Born: November 18, 1903 in Humphreys County, TN.
Died: March 19, 1972 in McEwen, Humphreys County, TN.
Funeral: March 22, 1972 with Nave Funeral Home in Houston County, TN.
Burial: Alsobrooks Cemetery
Parents: Eli T. Smith and Laura Hooper
Surviving Spouse: Gladys (Keel) Smith
Surviving Children: Mrs. John Taylor, Mrs. James Hicks, Mrs. Floyd Smith, Mrs. Francis Wannamaker, Mrs. Howard Patterson
Surviving Siblings: Levi Smith, Calvin Smith

If anyone is interested in a copy of the full and original obituary, I would be glad to share. Contact me at kaitysmom@peoplestel.net

Sincerely,
Melissa Barker
Genealogist for Tennessee and Kentucky

James Thomas Parrott Obituary 1972

kaitysmom — 14 Apr 2008 2:11:57 GMT

Source: “The Stewart-Houston Times” Newspaper, a weekly newspaper of Stewart County and Houston County in Tennessee

Date of Newspaper: Tuesday, March 14, 1972
Page: A-2

Name: James Thomas Parrott
Age: 61
Born: Date and place not listed
Died: February 28, 1972 at Trinity Hospital in Erin, Houston County, TN.
Funeral: March 3, 1972 with Luff-Bowen Funeral Home in Waverly, Humphreys County, TN.
Burial: Gorman Cemetery in Humphreys County, TN.
Parents: Not Listed
Surviving Spouse: None Listed
Surviving Children: Mrs. Floyd Bryant, Bobby Joe Parrott, James Ray Parrott, Robert B. Parrott
Surviving Step-Children: Mrs. Leroy Smith, Mrs. Joe Kimbri, Mrs. L.N. Windsor, W.G. Perigo, Charles Perigo, Dorris Perigo
Surviving Siblings: Mrs. William Coffelt, Mrs. Roy Keel, Marvin Parrott, Vernon Parrott, Richard Parrott, John Parrott, Ed Parrott

If anyone is interested in a copy of the full and original obituary, I would be glad to share. Contact me at kaitysmom@peoplestel.net

Sincerely,
Melissa Barker
Genealogist for Tennessee and Kentucky

HICKS FAMILY AND GARRETT FAMILY

keeperofthefamily — 5 Apr 2008 6:47:04 GMT

I found in the 1820 Humphreys County census the folowing and am thinking it might be the Hicks I am looking for but need some help and inpt

FRANCIS GARRETT (I am told that the maiden name of my GGGG Grandmother was GARRET)

JAMES HICKS could be the Father of my GGG

JOHN HICKS could be the John that is married to EUNICE "GARRETT" I found in 1830

John and Eunice had
Michael (my direct line
WIlliam
Jobe

Any help is greatly appreciated and even if it is just a Guess I'll take that

I am thinking that one of "J"'s might have been a blacksmith of maker of guns-there is a rifle in the family that is engraved with "JH 1888" but anyone that might know about this is gone.

Thanks

Carol

Young Cemetery off Bold Springs Road, near Bucksnort

davyjones — 2 Apr 2008 2:20:26 GMT

Hello, Does anyone know if there is a published/searchable survey of Young Cemetery off Bold Springs Road out there anywhere? I'm trying to find out if Captain Isaac P. Young of Company I, 11th TN Infantry CSA is buried there and if his grave is still marked. Also looking for any Jones folk buried there from the 1800s until the early 1900s.
Thanks, Dave in Michigan

Marriage look up Humphreys CO 1861.

Joan_Grenada — 16 Jan 2008 10:54:55 GMT

Does anyone have a book with marriages for this county/year that can look up a marriage? John Campbell to Unknown. Would appreciate it so much.

william henry hickman

wcarlsan42 — 22 Mar 2008 6:41:55 GMT

i am looking for the parents of william henry hickman B. 1850 in Tenn. beleive humphrey co. tn. died mar. 1917. he was married to magelena Kiem B. 1854 D. 1927 IN WAVERLY TN? THIS THE PARENTS OF MY GRANDFATHER NOEL E. HICKMAN. IN INFO. THANK YOU.

Looking for Trotter's

juanita713 — 24 May 2003 6:48:02 GMT

Any information on Benjamin, Jordan, George, Mitchell, Richard, Isham, Susana and Newton Trotter all children of Richard Trotter and Rebecca Moore. I find them all on
1860 Humphreys Co. TN census.

HUMPHREYS COUNTY LAND GRANTS 1816-1882

pdsain — 10 Sep 2003 2:49:40 GMT

I have transcribed the Grantees from Humphreys County Index to Deeds who received land grants in this county and will answer queries as to who received them and what book they are recorded in.

African-American marriage look-up

pennyrile — 8 Mar 2008 4:15:22 GMT

Henry Fowler and Margaret ? were married in this area some time before 1887. Any help in locating this marriage would be most gratefully appreciated. Thanks, Phil

Absalom Dunn

impossible_kat — 1 Feb 2008 4:38:50 GMT

Absalom Dunn was born in Humphreys Co, Tenn in 1821, He moved to Ark and Texas. I'm looking for his parent's names and or any brothers or sisters. If anyone knows anything please email me at impossible_kat@yahoo.com

WILSON, RAY, HENDRIX, O'GUIN

BBMcCaskill — 29 Jun 2003 3:59:03 GMT

My great grandparents were MARY AGNES WILSON & JESSE EDWARD RAY. They were married January 15, 1913.

MARY AGNES WILSON was born October 22, 1895, in Lauderdale County, TN and died March 2, 1971, in Memphis, TN. She was the daughter of BETTIE HENDRIX and WILLIAM JAMES WILSON. BETTIE HENDRIX was born August 4, 1865 probably in Humphreys County, TN and died June 16, 1931 in Lauderdale County, TN. She is buried in Bethlehem Cemetery in Henning, Lauderdale County, TN. BETTIE HENDRIX was the daughter of JIM HENDRIX, of Humphreys County, TN and an unknown (maybe Eliza) O'GUIN. WILLIAM JAMES WILSON was born October 26, 1858, probably in Houston County or Stewart County, TN and died July 3, 1942, in Lauderdale County. They married October 26, 1886. I believe there is connection between Captain ROBERT C. WILSON of Houston and Lauderdale County, TN and WILLIAM JAMES WILSON.

JESSE EDWARD RAY was born October 20, 1890, probably Lauderdale County, and died June 9, 1952 in Lauderdale County, TN. He was the son of WILLIAM H. RAY, who died in 1902, and MARY E. (maiden name unknown). She was born June 18, 1858 and died after giving birth to JESSE on October 24, 1890.

If anyone out there has any other info they might be able to add, please notify me. I would appreciate it so much. My grandmother doesn't know much information on her family. The info above is all I know. Thanks so much in advance for any help.

Brenda McCaskill

C.C. Durham Obituary 1897-1971

kaitysmom — 20 Dec 2007 2:28:48 GMT

Source: “The Stewart-Houston Times” Newspaper, a weekly newspaper of Stewart County and Houston County in Tennessee

Date of Newspaper: Wednesday, June 16, 1971
Page: A-2

Name: C.C. Durham
Age: 74
Born: June 4, 1897 in Humphreys County, TN.
Died: June 6, 1971 at Veterans Hospital in Memphis, Shelby County, TN.
Funeral: June 8, 1971 with Nave Funeral Home in Houston County, TN.
Burial: McDonald Cemetery in Houston County, TN.
Parents: Not Listed
Surviving Spouse: Zula Mae (Brown) Durham
Surviving Children: Mrs. C.W. Anderson
Surviving Siblings: R.A. Durham

If anyone is interested in a copy of the full and original obituary, I would be glad to share. Contact me at kaitysmom@peoplestel.net

Sincerely,
Melissa Barker
Genealogist for Tennessee and Kentucky

Charley H. Box Obituary 1906-1971

kaitysmom — 17 Dec 2007 4:03:06 GMT

Source: “The Stewart-Houston Times” Newspaper, a weekly newspaper of Stewart County and Houston County in Tennessee

Date of Newspaper: Wednesday, June 9, 1971
Page: A-2

Name: Charley H. Box
Age: 64
Born: July 17, 1906 in Humphreys County, TN.
Died: May 30, 1971 at Parkview Hospital in Nashville, Davdison County, TN.
Funeral: June 2, 1971 with Nave Funeral Home in Houston County, TN.
Burial: Cedar Hill Cemetery in Houston County, TN.
Parents: John Box and Rosa Scholes
Surviving Spouse: Fannie (Clark) Box
Surviving Children: Charles D. Box
Surviving Siblings: Mack Box, Lannie Box

If anyone is interested in a copy of the full and original obituary, I would be glad to share. Contact me at kaitysmom@peoplestel.net

Sincerely,
Melissa Barker
Genealogist for Tennessee and Kentucky

LEGGITT/WEEMS marriage ca. 1815 in Humphreys County

susanpgunther — 26 Nov 2007 4:51:34 GMT

Can anyone access Humphrey County marriage records? Here's what I was told. I need to verify this marriage date and place.

Lucy Ann LEGGITT (b. 1797 in Chesterfield County, SC) married Britton
WEEMS (b. before 1790 in Cheraws District, SC) ca. 1815 in Humphreys
County, TN.
Lucy's father was Absalom LEGGITT.

Does anyone have any light to shed on this?

Haley family info

haley64 — 4 May 2002 9:36:36 GMT

Looking for info on Thomas and Agnes Haley enumerated on the Hickman Co TN 1850 census HH 1040 with their family as follows:
Thomas 45
Agnes 47
Wilson 18
James (?)16
John 11
All born in NC. They are living next to Simpson Haley and Avarilla Haley Wills both children of Andrew and Carey Haley from NC . Are Thomas and Andrew related?
Are the children of Thomas and Agnes later to be found in Humphreys Co TN ? Any info would be great.

Missing wife of James D. Petty (ca 1820-1850)

SharolynWood — 11 Aug 2007 9:22:18 GMT

I'm looking for the family of Jim Petty's wife, which might have lived in Dickson Co, Hickman Co, or Humphreys Co ca 1820 to 1850. With no direct documentation of her name, I'm looking for information another Dickson/ Hickman/ Humphreys Co family might have.

Seeking probate record. The Petty family appears in Hickman Co and Dickson Co records. So the marriage could have been in Hickman Co. and cousins lived in Humphreys Co. I wonder if any Hickman /Humphreys Co family has any probate records that show a married daughter with the married name Petty or any grandchildren which include W.C. "Bill" Petty or Elizabeth "Bettie" (Petty) Hedge. [Bill married Susan Deshazer from Hickman Co. Bettie married into the Hedge family who lived in Humphreys Co.]

Family moved to TX? Jim Petty was the "head" of an oxen train that moved "seven brothers and cousins and their children & families" to Texas in 1848. I do not know if any of his wife's family would have made that trip. If they did, they probably settled in either Upshur Co TX or Navarro Co TX.

James D. Petty b. ca 1797 Union Co SC moved with his family to Dickson Co TN on the Piney River in 1807--just north of Hickman Co line--and Pettys lived on both sides of the border.

Jim's wife is a mystery. Some reseachers list her as "Sarah" but I have found no documentation to support any name. [With the help of researchers, Sarah Bramlett Petty, who was probably an Edwards, has been eliminated. This "Sarah" might be the source of the speculation that Jim's wife was named Sarah.]

Jim and wife married between the census in 1820 where he was living with his parents Thomas and Jane (Darwin) Petty and 1824 when the oldest child William Carroll Petty was born on the Piney River Petty family farm. There is no record of a marriage in Dickson Co. I cannot find any documentation of his wife's name. She seems to be living at the time of the 1840 census.

Here are the census records--leaving even "Mrs. Petty's" age in doubt because of two different census records for 1830 with different ages. The Pettys lived in one place, but census recorded in different counties over the years.

1810 Census Rutherford Co TN Nashville Division (Image 5)
PETTY Thomas; wife Jane; 5 children including James D. age 10-15

1820 Census Records Hckman Co TN
PETTY Thomas Sr.; wife Jane; 8 children including James D. age 18-26.

1830 Census Dickson Co TN (Images 13 and 45) recorded twice--duplicate census listings—census taken twice (Thomas Petty also):
1st census: 1830 Census Dickson Co TN p. 314 Ancestry Image 13/73
James Petty 1 1 0 0 0 1(30-40) 2 0 0 0 0 1(30-40)
2nd census: 1830 Census Dickson Co TN p. 330 Ancestry Image 45/73
James Petty 020001(30-40) 20001(20-30)

1840 Census Dickson Co
James D. Petty Sr 0 0 0 1 0 0 1 1 2 1 0 0 1

I have not located either Jim or a possible wife on any 1850 census. Jim died in 1857 in Navarro Co or Hill Co TX. Any help appreciated.

Sharolyn Petty Wood

Bohanon of Humphreys County TN

diastu7 — 27 Sep 2005 4:06:45 GMT

Looking for info on the Bohanon families in Humphreys County who had several Crafton orphans living with these families.
Thanks.

Archie Thomas McClure Death Certificate 1868-1947

kaitysmom — 23 Aug 2007 2:44:11 GMT

I have a copy of the following persons original Tennessee Death Certificate:

Name: Archie Thomas McClure
Age at Death: 78
Date of Birth: April 9, 1868 in Maury County, TN
Date of Death: March 18, 1947 in Waverly, Humphreys County, TN.
Race: White
Parents: William McClure and Fannie Willis
Spouse: Susie McClure

If anyone would like a copy of the original certificate please contact me at kaitysmom@peoplestel.net, I would be glad to share.

In Christ,
Melissa Barker
Genealogist for Tennessee and Kentucky

Seeking Father of Armstead PAYNE, born TN in 1807

flatrock120 — 16 Aug 2007 11:15:41 GMT

Seeking information regarding the husband of Mary (maiden name possibly LITTLE) (1771-1845) and father of the following PAYNE children, as well as their TN co. of residence between 1790-1810. Mary and the younger children were in Franklin Co., AL from 1820-1840, but without a husband in the household. Several of the children later indicated their birth state as TN, but we don’t know which county. Any information regarding either ancestry or a Humphreys Co., TN residence greatly appreciated. Also any family, death, burial, etc. information for Armstead's siblings.
- Thomas PAYNE, b. 1789
- Larkin PAYNE, b. 1791, TN
- Wilie B. PAYNE, b. 1797; married Sarah OWENS, 1823
- Gaven PAYNE, b. 1800, TN; married Mary RICHARDS or RICHARDSON, 1818
- Lucy PAYNE, b. 1803
- Armstead PAYNE, b. 1807, TN; married Jane BURLESON, 1835 and Mary Louisa CROCKER, 1845
- Absolom PAYNE, b. 1807 (twin, died at birth)
- Elizabeth J. PAYNE, b. 1810, TN; married Edmond LITTLE, 1830

Best regards,
Don Taylor

will do lookups

kristimoffitt — 6 Jul 2007 1:44:28 GMT

I have the Index to Early Tennessee Wills and Administrations 1779-1861 by Sistler. I am willing to do lookups in this reference book.

You can email me at kkcem@blomand.net

Please include the county and state in the subject line.
Thanks,
Kristi Moffitt

past obits

sdadcox — 18 Jun 2007 1:49:14 GMT

Can anyone tell me if Humphreys County has a site for "PAST" obits.
school friend dieD in the last 2 months. Do not know her married name. GLENDA SUE.....AGE 58
Thanks

William & Jane UNK Hobbs, Humphreys Co. TN

sharolyn — 21 Apr 2007 11:51:59 GMT

Looking for the maiden name of Jane UNK Hobbs, b. 1794 NC; died 1860 Humphreys Co. Jane was the wife of William Hobbs, b. 1794 VA. Children were William, Jane, Elizabeth & Atlantic Ocean Hobbs. Appreciate any help.

Madden ancestors

alice574 — 6 Jun 2007 8:28:11 GMT

I am trying to locate information about my gg grandparents
The names were Samuel Morgan Madden and Jane Allison (Madden)They were from Humphrey County, Tenn, later changed to Benton County.
any information would be appreciated.

James McClure Death Certificate 1878-1944

kaitysmom — 24 Apr 2007 2:18:48 GMT

I have a copy of the following persons original Tennessee Death Certificate:

Name: James McClure
Age at Death: 66
Date of Birth: May 6, 1878 in Hickman County, TN.
Date of Death: May 10, 1944 in Nashville, Davidson County, TN.
Usual Residence: Waverly, Humphreys County, TN.
Race: White
Spouse: Ann McClure
Father: Mack McClure
Mother: Not Listed
Informant: Odie McClure

If anyone would like a copy of the original certificate please contact me at kaitysmom@peoplestel.net, I would be glad to share.

In Christ,
Melissa Barker
Have Access to Original Tennessee Death Certificates for Years 1908-1955
Have Access to Original Tennessee Birth Certificates for Years 1908-1912

Will Do Look Ups!!

Lucinda Harris wife of Jacob Eagle (1799 KY - 1896 MO)

MarciaMcClure — 12 Mar 2007 2:35:52 GMT

According to the Cassville Republican, Weekly Paper, Feb 27, 1896 - Lucinda died 3/17/1896 at age 103.

Lucinda married Jacob Eagle about 1816. In 1830 they were living in Humphreys Co, TN very near her father, Zephaniah Harris. Jacob died in 1839 and Lucinda is listed as head of the household in Shelby Co, TN in 1840. By 1850 she is the wife of widower James Kennedy and is living in Ouachita Co, AR. In 1860 - and for the rest of her life - Lucinda lived in Barry Co, MO.

She actually was only 95 or 96 when she died. She was the only daughter of Zephaniah and Joanna Mitchell Harris. In 1810 Zephaniah is listed in Shelby Co, KY as having 1 daughter under 10 and 4 sons under 10.

Zephaniah Harris and "Joahana" Mitchell married 12/19/1799 in Jessamine Co, KY. Joanna was the daughter of Daniel (c1750-1823) and Judith Prewitt Mitchell (c1751-before 1820.) Daniel and his father-in-law Michael Prewitt and their extended families were early pioneers of the Shelby Co, KY area.

Possible sons of Zephaniah and Joanna Harris are JS, Daniel, and Rice all found on the same page in the 1830 Humphreys Co, TN census. Rice lived next to Lucinda and Jacob Eagle. John Harris is found on the next page and is the same age as Zephaniah - 50-60. Possible brother?

I'm interested in any information about Zephaniah...

Columbus JONES

rrowe45 — 11 Nov 2003 4:45:20 GMT

Hi!
Am researching a Columbus JONES who shows up on the 1900 census as a widower, in Humphreys.....
In the 1900 he has Daniel, Louise, Laura, and Columbus jr.
I believe this Columbus Sr. is the one who keeps showing up with his daughter in law, Dora BEECHAM JONES CROWELL in other censuses......
In the 1900 census, it says Columbus Sr. was born June of 1867, but he lists himself as age 72 in the 1930 census which would put his year of birth closer to 1858. His offspring were born between 1885-1889.
With thanks,
Sally

Missouri Katherine Story Obituary 1944

kaitysmom — 20 Feb 2007 6:48:23 GMT

Source: “The Democrat Sentinel” Newspaper, a newspaper of Humphreys County in Tennessee

Date of Newspaper: Thursday, February 10, 1944
Page: Front Page

Name: Missouri Katherine Story
Age: 80
Born: Date and place not listed, a native of Humphreys County, TN.
Died: February 3, 1944 in Denver, Humphreys County, TN.
Funeral: February 4, 1944 with Luff-Bowen Funeral Home in Humphreys County, TN.
Burial: Warren Cemetery in Humphreys County, TN.
Parents: Not Listed
Deceased Spouse: George Story
Surviving Children: Marion Story, Will Story, Hugh Story, Tilford Story, Hurley Story, Mrs. John Simmons, Mrs. Sim Brown
Surviving Siblings: None Listed

If anyone is interested in a copy of the full and original obituary, I would be glad to share. Contact me at kaitysmom@peoplestel.net

In Christ,
Melissa Barker
Have Access to Original Tennessee Death Certificates 1908-1955 for All Counties
Have Access to Original Tennessee Birth Certificates 1908-1912 for All Counties

Will Do Look Ups!!!

Missouri Katherine Story Death Certificate 1863-1944

kaitysmom — 20 Feb 2007 4:51:32 GMT

I have a copy of the following persons original Tennessee Death Certificate:

Name: Missouri Katherine Story
Age at Death: 80
Date of Birth: July 9, 1863 in Humphreys County, TN.
Date of Death: February 3, 1944 in Denver, Humphreys County, TN.
Race: White
Parents: Not listed
Spouse: George Story, deceased

If anyone would like a copy of the original certificate please contact me at kaitysmom@peoplestel.net, I would be glad to share.

In Christ,
Melissa Barker
Have Access to Original Tennessee Death Certificates for Years 1908-1955
Have Access to Original Tennessee Birth Certificates for Years 1908-1912

Will Do Look Ups!!

Research

williamjordan24 — 30 Jan 2007 9:13:23 GMT

Is there anyone in Humphreys or Dickson cty that does family research on the 1840-1880 periodsfor a reasonable fee?
I am trying to determine who my gg-father was; there is info on census for 1870 and 80, but wife name does not match info on world tree. Someone has entered bad data.

This may require some cemetary info which may be in Waverly Library.

Regards, Bill Jordan

JACKSON'S / MADDEN'S FROM HUMPHREY'S CO. TN

Paulette Jackson — 5 Jan 2003 5:56:58 GMT

Hi,
Still trying to find someone that is connected to my Jackson Family. Jessee Jackson is my Gr.Gr. Grandfather br. 1816 in Tn., he married Evaline in 1833 in Tn. Thomas (Tom Jackson) is my Gr. Grandfather, br 1845 he married Margaret (Arminta) Madden/Jackson, on Mar. 24th 1867 in Humphrey's Co. Tn. They had 5 children, Mildred Jackson br. 1870, Robert H. Jackson br. 1873., Lula or Lila, Jackson br. 187?, Charles F. Jackson br. 1879, and last is my Grandfather, William "Fred" Jackson br. Dec. 18th, 1883 in Waverly, Humphrey's Co. Tn. Robert H. Jackson married a Eupha Day ? Jackson, br. 1876 in Tn. They Married abt. 1892/3. Robert went into Monette, Craighead Co. Ark. and by 1900 the other 2 boys Charles and Fred followed Robert and Family there. By 1908 Eupha remarried a man by the name Ira S. Chenning or Chewnning?? (i know strange name) Robert and Eupha had 3 children, Maggie L. Jackson/Street she was br. 1895 and Cecil Paul Jackson br. 1898 the the last child was Clyde Jackson br. in 1902 in Monette, Ark. all I know on Clyde is he was born in April 10, and was a 10pd baby. Then by 1910 Robert was gone from Monette? I don't know if he died or left Ark.?
Thanks,
Paulette Jackson
Any Info. contact me at;
Raynedust@hotmail.com

Buchanan

Diana Simmons — 7 Aug 2003 10:41:04 GMT

I am looking for info Connected The Buchanan's Of Hickman County,Humphreys County,and Perry Counties together Looking for info on Martin Buchanan ,borned 1810,and Martin Buchanan 1844, and one that married a Alma E.Capps,Oct.8,1896 in Humphreys County,Tennessee,

McClure surname

melissam175 — 5 Jan 2007 1:50:14 GMT

My great-grandfather was James McClure and married Annie E. Rushton. I am looking for the parents of James and/or Annie.
The only information I have is that the parents of both James and Annie were born in Tennessee, but I have no names. Any information would be greatly appreciated.

Harris, Marable & Ricketts

Darla Sumners — 8 Nov 2006 2:59:42 GMT

Hopefully someone can help me with this or at least steer me in the right direction. Any info at all would help. In looking at the marriage in 1873 of my great grandparents, Taylor Harris, b. abt. 1847 and Sarah Flanigan, b. abt. 1856, I found that the bond was by B. M. Ricketts. Since normally there is some relationship for some one to sign the bond, I looked up Barnabus M. Ricketts and found that he, in the 1870 Census was living with his wife, Mary Marable, a son Frank and what I believe to be two children of Marys' by a prior marriage. The sons were Henry H. Harris, b. abt. 1855 and James Harris, b.abt. 1859. I looked for them in the 1860 Census and found them to be living with her father, Henry H. Marable. Evidently the first husband, _______ Harris had died and she was living with her parents. Does anyone have any idea who the unknown Harris might be? I have tried to find a record of marriage but so far have not been able to. I have looked at a number of different Harris families in Humphreys County and have looked as far as I can at the relationships of the three families. Any info that anyone can give me on any of them would be a help. This is truly my brick wall.

Thanks in advance.
Darla

J.D. Howard (Jesse James)

ayerdg — 23 Oct 2006 9:48:08 GMT

Has anyone heard stories of Jesse or Frank James playing the fiddle for barn dances in the Humphreys County area? He rented the W.H. Link farm in Humphreys County in 1877 under the name J.D. Howard. This request regards an old family story. I need corroboration that one of them played the fiddle. Any stories about his activities in the area would be greatly appreciated. This may have been in old newspaper clippings. My relatives were Garrett’s and lived on their farm between Bruceton and Buena Vista. My Great Grandfather, Jeremiah Garrett, also owned the Mill at Garrettsburg.I am also looking for pictures of Garrettsburg.Thank you very much. Don Ayer

OBIT LOOK-UP: Lily Guentner, DOD 14 March 2004, Waverly, TN

Bob Schoonover — 23 Oct 2006 7:37:22 GMT

Family members seeking a copy of obituary for Lily (Graham) Guentner who passed away on 14 March 2004 in Waverly, Humphreys County, Tennessee. Predeceased by husband, Daniel Guentner. Following info applies:

LILY GUENTNER 09 Apr 1915 14 Mar 2004 (V) 37185 (Waverly, Humphreys, TN) (none specified) 466-30-5124 Texas
Bob Schoonover, Email: schoony@comcast.net

Luff-Bowen funeral home building

Susan Flexer Roy — 7 Oct 2006 3:31:24 GMT

The Luff-Bowen funeral home building, located at 104 E. Main St. in Waverly, was formerly the John Wyly home (built in 1858). It was later converted to the Colonial Hotel until it was purchased by Luff-Bowen, Inc. in 1938 to be the current site of the funeral home. It is scheduled to be torn down as early as Nov 1st as part of a road project to widen Hwy 13. Anyone interested in saving this historic site should contact the Governor via email or other local officials.

Qualls, Quin, Quarels, Quarles Deed Index

Kristi_Moffitt — 27 Sep 2006 3:54:15 GMT

Humphreys County, TN Direct Index to Deeds 1810-1940, TSLA Roll #A-34, p.173

Grantor/Grantee/Book/Page
Quarles, Pheriba/ John S. Crowell/ L / 634
Qualls, William/ H. Cannon/ M/ 308
Qualls, Thomas/ R.D. Anderson/ O/ 390
Quinn, John / Thomas & Samuel Alcorn/ S / 43
Qualls, Jessee & wife/ Spencer Pickard / 2 /301
Qualls, Jessee & wife/ Sarah Taylor/ 3 / 152
Qualls, J.F. & wife/ C.C. Pullen / 10 /47
Qualls, C.E. / Dink Mosley / 35 / 314
Qualls, C.E. / C.W. Turner / 37 / 120
Qualls, J.N. / Roy Carter et al / 40 / 46
Qualls, C.E. &wife / Dr. J.Y. Wall / 42 /325
Quarels, lemmie / Gulf Refining Co./ 44 / 399
Quarles, James L. / A.W. Work / 48 / 374
Quarles, James L. / L.W. Work / 53 / 389
Qualls, Dreaden Euna / Dreaden, Fannie Mrs./ 53 / 608

This is all the information that I have. I am not related to any of these people, just had a copy of this page from the index and thought this information might help someone.

Kristi Moffitt
kkcem@blomand.net
www.gensearch.org

Former owner of Loretta Lynn's place

Sylvia — 3 Jun 2002 7:08:09 GMT

My grandmother's sister and her husband owned the place where Loretta Lynn lives. Her name was Lorena (Stella)Ortlieb Palmer _________? My cousin visited her years ago but can't remember her second husband's last name. Any information would be appreciated.

Rice families

laurawg1 — 18 May 2006 4:07:40 GMT

I would like to hear from anyone with RICE family connections in Humphreys and Perry Co., TN. These families came from NC after 1812 and were blacksmiths and farmers.

The Anderson Place

displacedtngirl — 22 Sep 2006 2:49:41 GMT

If anyone is interested I have photos taken in the 50's of the Anderson place before Lorretta bought Hurricane Mills. I also have pictures of the bridge and the dam in the same time period. If you would like to have the picture just let me know and I can send you the link.

Foster / Wright of Humphreys Co.

displacedtngirl — 22 Sep 2006 2:47:26 GMT

I am searching for any information on the Foster / Wright family in Hurricane Mills, TN, especially about my grandmother's heritage. She was supposedly 1/2 Cherokee and my mother spoke of her family being from Blue Creek and my aunts tell the story of her family coming to visit and scaring them in the woods because of their Indian dress. I would think that since they were on foot that the reservation would not have been that far from Hurricane Mills.

Any information on the family or Blue Creek would be appreciated

Surnames: REYNOLDS; FORRESTER; DUNAWAY; MORGAN; CHILDRESS; CHRISTIAN--Humphreys Co. families

JoAnneCook68 — 2 Oct 2001 6:02:50 GMT

I am connected to all of the above lines, early settlers in
Humphreys Co., TN

If you also have a connection, would like to hear from you
and exchange info.

email: Cmamacat5@aol.com

Searching for Fosters from Hurricane Mills

mirlfarm — 27 Jul 2004 4:16:25 GMT

I am new to the Genealogy search. Since my family is from the Hurricane Mills area and they didn't own property, they seem to be pretty hard to find. The only thing on this site that I have found were the census records and those don't tell me a lot. I would love some advice on places I can lookup marriage/birth/death certificates. Also if anyone has any information on the Foster, Wright, Rice, or Elliot families from Hurricane Mills between 1890-1940 please let me know. Thanks!

Batton-Duncan of Humphreys County Tenn.

tenneygt — 11 Jul 2005 4:56:51 GMT

3/12/02
New Email - tenneygt@netscape.net

My great grandfather was William Harvel Batton, 1882-1963. Anyone having any connections, please contact me as soon as you can.
He had a brother, Andrew Jackson Batton (1884-1931) and 2 sisters so far, Mollie(Batton)Buchanan(1880-1966) and Annie(Batton)Parnell(1883-1965).
Their parents were, Fredrick (Fed) and Mary Elizabeth-Betty-(Smith)Batton. I have more so contact me!

Ashley Family

brbashley — 21 Mar 2004 8:30:29 GMT

I am searching for any information on a James or Daniel Ashley. I am just starting to search the Ashley family in Tn. and I don't have much so would appreciate any help anyone might have to offer. Thanks in advance, Barb

Does anyone know of a good TN map?

andreat67771 — 6 Dec 2002 5:41:44 GMT

I'm trying to figure out where Humphreys Co is in relation to south Arkansas. I can't do this because the rootsweb and genweb servers are down and it doesn't appear I'll be let into the Humphreys page any time soon.

This is driving me nuts. I waited for MONTHS to get this lead and now I can't ao a thing about it.

I JUST want to know where Humphreys is in relation to south Arkansas.

1820-1830 Census Districts

davgar1 — 6 Sep 2006 11:34:02 GMT

Does anyone have maps corresponding to the 1820 or 1830 census? In 1820, Frances Garrett is listed in Part 1 (on the Humphreys County web site) of the census and in 1830, her son, Jesse is also listed in Part 1. Is there any way to translate these into a rough geographic understanding (ie, were they in town or on a farm??).

Deed Book Look-up Requested

mickeycoreyroux — 27 Aug 2006 5:15:57 GMT

If anyone has the following book, I would appreciate a look-up for the surname McCAMMON. Also spelled McCAMERON or McCAMRON.

"HUMPHREYS COUNTY, TENNESSEE DEED BOOKS A-D
July 1810 - June 1832" Volume 1 by Vicky L. Hutchings.

Thank you for your help!
Michelle (Siler) Roux
aka: Mickey

R. S. Edwards Obituary 1902-1970

MelissaBarker51 — 18 Jun 2006 6:39:28 GMT

Source: “The Stewart-Houston Times” Newspaper, a weekly newspaper of Stewart County and Houston County in Tennessee

Date of Newspaper: Wednesday, April 29, 1970
Page: Front Page

Name: R.S. Edwards
Age: Not Listed
Born: December 6, 1902 in Humphreys County, TN.
Died: April 17, 1970 in Laurel, MS.
Funeral: April 20, 1970 in Laurel, MS.
Burial: No cemetery listed, buried in Humphreys County, TN.
Parents: Lee and Sallie Edwards
Deceased Spouse: Helen (Cooper) Edwards, died on August 18, 1969
Surviving Children: None Listed
Surviving Siblings: Grace Meyers

If anyone is interested in a copy of the full and original obituary, I would be glad to share. Contact me at kaitysmom@peoplestel.net

In Christ,
Melissa Barker
Genealogy Researcher/Family Historian
RAOGK Volunteer
Have Access to Tennessee Death Certificates for Years 1908-1954 for ALL Counties in Tennessee
Have Access to Tennessee Birth Certificates for Years 1908-1912 for ALL Counties in Tennessee
Have Access to Tons of Tennessee Books and Other Sources

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LOOK UP - Robert DRINKWATER married Fannah “Fanny” (?)

mnsmatt1 — 17 Jun 2006 3:17:09 GMT

I'm looking for the marriage of Robert DRINKWATER to Fannah "Fanny" sometime around 1810.

Can anyone tell me either way whether or not they were married in this county?

Richard Jarrell Jr. (1798-1850);Va>NC>Tn

WileyAlstonJarrell27 — 5 Dec 2006 2:12:19 GMT

Thomas L. "Shorty" Smith Obituary

kaitysmom — 18 Sep 2004 4:49:49 GMT

Source: "The Stewart-Houston Times" Newspaper, a bi-county newspaper for both Stewart County and Houston County in Tennessee.

Date of Newspaper: Wednesday, February 20, 1985
Page: A-2

Name: Thomas L. "Shorty" Smith
Age: 77
Born: December 22, 1907 in Humphreys County, Tennessee
Died: Saturday, February 16, 1985 at Trinity Hospital, Erin, Houston County, Tennessee
Funeral: Monday, February 18, 1985 with Nave Funeral Home
Burial: Richlawn Cemetery, Humphreys County, Tennessee
Parents: George E. Smith and Ida (Summers) Smith
Surviving Spouse: Mary (Scott) Smith
Surviving Children: Slayden Smith, Thomas L. Smith, Jr., Roland Smith, Sybil Patterson, Avis Browning, Gale Kuykendall
Surviving Siblings: None Listed

Anyone interested in a copy of the full and original obituary please contact me at kaitysmom@peoplestel.net for details.

Eudora (Udora) Brigham -- Sarah Brigham

davennnnn1 — 30 May 2006 1:35:59 GMT

Need any information available on Eudora Brigham of Waverly. Mother Sarah ? b. about 1795 (from 1850 census).

Eudora married William Perry Nichols about 1859, moved to Dix, Illinois about 1860-61.

Dave Nichols

Michael Shaver 1797 VA & Delilah 1801 TN

bjuba1 — 28 Nov 2005 9:30:40 GMT

Michael was in Humphreys from 1840 - 1860 - when he died. Children: Mary 1828; Rachel 1830; Michael 1834 [ wife Caroline - chilren Philander 1858, Christopher Columbus 1860, & John 1863]; Delilah 1838; Mathew 1840; Polly 1850; Susan 1857.

Does anyone have info concerning this family? Any help or clues appreciated.

James Joseph Pollard (1824--1908) Houston Co., TN

GregSMiller — 7 Oct 2006 10:29:16 GMT

Seeking information on James Joseph Pollard, born October 13, 1824 in Humphreys County, Tennessee; died February 25, 1908 in Houston County, Tennessee; and buried Pollard Cemetery, Houston County, Tennessee. He was Houston County's first circuit court clerk. His wife was named Sarah. Need full names of his parents and wife. Would also like to locate a photograph of him.
Thanks
Greg

Josaphine (Stewart) Brake Death Certificate

kaitysmom — 7 Apr 2006 8:51:09 GMT

I have a copy of the original Tennessee Death Certificate for the following person:

Name: Josaphine (Stewart) Brake
Age at Death: 73
Race: White
Date of Birth: November 6, 1856 (Note: birth date does not match age)
Date of Death: July 1, 1950 McEwen, Humphreys County, TN.
Parents Names: Robert Stewart and Mary Jane Perry

If anyone would like a copy of the certificate, please contact me at kaitysmom@peoplestel.net I would be glad to share:

In Christ,
Melissa Barker/ RAOGK Volunteer
Tennessee Genealogy Researcher/ Will Do Look Ups!!!

James A. Curtis (1842--1916 / 17)

GregSMiller — 7 Oct 2006 10:29:16 GMT

Seeking information on James Alfred (or "Alford) Curtis, born November 26, 1842 in Humphreys County, Tennessee, son of Joshua Curtis & Martha Elizabeth Hatcher; married Sarah Jane Wheeler and Elizabeth Beasley; died November 10, 1916 or November 17, 1917 in Dickson County, Tennessee; and buried Curtis Chapel Cemetery, Humphreys County, Tennessee.
Thanks
Greg

W. C. Jones Death Certificate

kaitysmom — 11 Mar 2006 1:51:43 GMT

I have a copy of the original Tennessee Death Certificate for the following person:

Name: W. C. Jones
Age at Death: 74
Race: White
Date of Birth: Date not listed, born in Centerville, Hickman County, TN.
Date of Death: June 17, 1910 in Waverly, Humphreys County, TN.
Parents Names: Not Listed

If anyone would like a copy of the certificate, please contact me at kaitysmom@peoplestel.net I would be glad to share:

In Christ,
Melissa Barker
Genealogy Researcher/Family Historian
RAOGK Volunteer
Have Access to Tennessee Death Certificates for Years 1908-1954 for ALL Counties
Have Access to Tennessee Birth Certificates for Years 1908-1912 for ALL Counties
Will Do Tennessee Document Searches and Some Kentucky Document Searches

WILL DO LOOK UPS!!

Hickman Families

Patsy Thacker — 9 Mar 2006 6:08:08 GMT

I'm looking for information on Neal Hickman or Nathaniel Corneilus Hickman from Humphreys County. He worked in the clay mines in the 1930's.

Dr. William B. Mills (1825--1876) of Big Bottom

GregSMiller — 7 Oct 2006 10:29:16 GMT

Seeking burial location of Dr. William B. Mills, born August 4, 1825 in Montgomery County, Tennessee, and died March 16, 1876 in Big Bottom, Humphreys County, Tennessee. He was a member of the local Methodist Church in the area of Big Bottom and his obituary kind of points to him possibly being buried in the Methodist Church Cemetery there.
Thanks
Greg

James Horton Hughes Death Certificate

kaitysmom — 6 Mar 2006 12:18:48 GMT

I have a copy of the original Tennessee Death Certificate for the following person:

Name: James Horton Hughes
Age at Death: 59
Race: White
Date of Birth: January 17, 1880 in Kentucky
Date of Death: May 7, 1939 Johnsonville, Humphreys County, TN.
Parents Names: William Hughes and Mattie Stewart

If anyone would like a copy of the certificate, please contact me at kaitysmom@peoplestel.net for details:

In Christ,
Melissa Barker
Genealogy Researcher/Family Historian
RAOGK Volunteer
Have Access to Tennessee Death Certificates for Years 1908-1954 for ALL Counties
Have Access to Tennessee Birth Certificates for Years 1908-1912 for ALL Counties
Will Do Tennessee Document Searches and Some Kentucky Document Searches

WILL DO LOOK UPS!!

Ruby Hughes Death Certificate

kaitysmom — 6 Mar 2006 12:06:06 GMT

I have a copy of the original Tennessee Death Certificate for the following person:

Name: Ruby Hughes
Age at Death: 1 year
Race: White
Date of Birth: July 2, 1929 in Tennessee
Date of Death: July 22, 1930 in Waverly, Humphreys County, TN.
Parents Names: James Hughes and Haly Lee Collins

If anyone would like a copy of the certificate, please contact me at kaitysmom@peoplestel.net for details:

In Christ,
Melissa Barker
Genealogy Researcher/Family Historian
RAOGK Volunteer
Have Access to Tennessee Death Certificates for Years 1908-1954 for ALL Counties
Have Access to Tennessee Birth Certificates for Years 1908-1912 for ALL Counties
Will Do Tennessee Document Searches and Some Kentucky Document Searches

WILL DO LOOK UPS!!

Sill Vester (Sylvester?) Adams Death Certificate

kaitysmom — 25 Feb 2006 2:21:31 GMT

I have a copy of the original Tennessee Death Certificate for the following person:

Name: Sill Vester Adams (Could this be Sylvester?)
Age at Death: 77
Race: White
Date of Birth: September 15, 1871 in Stewart County, TN.
Date of Death: November 2, 1948 in Waverly, Humphreys County, TN.
Parents Names: Cowell Adams and Harriett Hatcher

If anyone would like a copy of the certificate, please contact me at kaitysmom@peoplestel.net for details:

In Christ,
Melissa Barker
Genealogy Researcher/Family Historian
RAOGK Volunteer
Have Access to Tennessee Death Certificates for Years 1908-1954 for ALL Counties
Have Access to Tennessee Birth Certificates for Years 1908-1912 for ALL Counties
Have Access to Tons of Tennessee Books at My Local Library

WILL DO LOOK UPS!!

McKeel Cemetery humphrey co, tn

staci — 16 Feb 2006 9:56:41 GMT

Does anyone know on line where I could obtain a cemetery list for the above mentioned cemetery that is located in Waverly near daniels landing and halls creek. I am looking for buchannan's buried there

Roy Family in Humphreys Co, TN

Joan — 14 Feb 2006 7:42:29 GMT

I am seeking any family of Lenora & Isaac Roy. who married in 1828. They had children:
1)Hicks Roy 4--13-1829 born Maury Co TN
married: America Ann Carmack
Children: 8

2) Wesley Roy 1833 married Elizabeth Unknown
7 children

3) Henderson Roy 2-28-1835
married and 6 children

4) William Roy 1837
Married yes///children Unknown

5) Mary Roy ca 1840

6) Ritha/Ruth Roy born 1843

7) Isaac James Roy born 1846
married twice
3 children

8) Frances "Fanny" Roy Born Jan 1850
Married once with 11 children

9) Susan Roy Born1851

Isaace Roy was born bet 1800 and 1810 in South Carolina. I do not know the name of his 1st wife but I believe they had at least 2 sons:

1) John Roy---Born Jan 1822 died 3-21-1904
married Goswick --9 children

2) George Roy born 1824 Maury Co TN

Wouldlike to correspond with others interested in this family. Thank you, Joan Palmer

Roy Family in Humphreys Co, TN

Joan — 14 Feb 2006 7:42:24 GMT

W. D. Cherry Letter to the Newspaper

kaitysmom — 14 Feb 2006 2:50:08 GMT

Blue Creek Cemetery

dndeshazier — 3 Feb 2006 6:22:29 GMT

Does any one know if there is a Blue Creek Cemetery in Humphreys Co. TN. ? If so does any one have a list of people buried there ? My dad said my uncle was buried there May 1932. Would really like to verifie this.

Petition for Penitentary Pardon of James Martin

llibtrah — 11 Dec 2005 12:27:08 GMT

I know this is a long shot, but stranger things have happened in genealogy research.

My gg-grandfather was sent to the state penitentary in Davidson County on May 4, 1848 for murder. His home and family were in Davidson County and he was a constable. He married Elizabeth Brinkley. In trying to research this person and the events, I learned through the Tennessee State Library and Archives that my ancestor was released with a General Pardon by Governor Campbell on December 28, 1852. Although sentenced to 20 years, he was released after serving 5 years.

The point of my inquiry is that there was a petition signed on his behalf by over 600 men in 1852 - most of them from Humphreys County. I'm trying to find out what the connection was between my ancestor, the county of Humphreys, and if there are any history buffs or genealogist out there who might have knowledge about the circumstances. According to the county website, there were fires that destroyed court records over the years. I don't know about newspapers. If anyone can help or has suggestions, please contact me via this posting. Thanks so much.

Linda Martin Hart

a few of the names on the petition are Turner, McAdoo, Dunlap, Hall, Lum, Tubb, May, Matlock, Simpson, Box, Baker, McCracken, Browning, Booker, Holland, Bibb, Crockett, and many, many more.

John Owens b 7-24-1880 d.9-30-1931

jstenn6567 — 8 Dec 2005 3:29:23 GMT

Looking for any info on John Owens (Big John)b. 7-24-1880 d.9-30-1931 Tennessee . He was married to Panthy E. It is said they have Children. And John has a Brother named Thomas. After Panthy E. died John Owens married 1-6-1919 in Tennessee Dolly Pearl Cook daughter of L.P Boo Cook and Mary (Molly ) E .Barnes . John and Dolly Have these children Johnny Owens who married Mildred Coon and Lizzie Frances Boyd ,Gladys Pauline Louise (married My Grandfather Willie (Bill) John Frye ,Mary Edith (Aunt Edith)married #1 Jay White #2 Camel #3 Benson,#4 Palmer Hatley #5Kelley #5 Palmer Hatley ,Madeline(Mattie) Owens Married Alfred Goodman,John Willard (Nuke) Owens married Mabel Ruth (Lucy ) Pitts,Essie Velma(Fide) Owens Married James Robert (Bob) Frye,Erma Jean( Nancy) Owens married Floyd Boyd. It is said that Dolly would`nt let the kid`s associate with Panthy`s kid`s. Not sure who they are or how many John and Panthy had? If any of this sounds familiar Please email Me .Any info would sure help . Thank`s for Your Time. Have a Great Day! Julie

MABEL COWEN - OBITUARY

BarbaraDobbinsTitle — 1 Dec 2005 4:07:10 GMT

Undated San Bernardino, CA newspaper

MRS. COWEN IS DEATH VICTIM

Mrs. Mabel Cowen, wife of O. L. Cowen, former San Bernardino automobile dealer, died early yesterday at Good Samaritan hospital in Los Angeles. Mrs. Cowen had been ill for weeks, although her condition was believed to have been improved, but became critical Wednesday.

Two weeks ago Mrs. Cowen, who suffered from uremic poisoning, was admitted to the hospital and given a blood transfusion. She had improved and was removed to her home, with a nurse in attendance. Her condition became critical late yesterday and she was returned to the hospital.

Mrs. Cowen was 46 years old, a native of Los Angeles and had resided in San Bernardino about 12 years. She had been active in club affairs here and was widely known, the family having gone to Los Angeles only recently because of her illness, and still maintaining their home here.

Surviving besides Mr. Cowen is a daughter, Miss Minnette Cowen. Funeral services will be held Saturday at 2 p.m. from the Stephens & Bobbit chapel, with interment in Montecito Memorial park, Colton.

OBITUARY - C. W. COWEN

BarbaraDobbinsTitle — 1 Dec 2005 4:00:55 GMT

San Bernardino, CA Newspaper (undated)

VITAL NOTICE:
COWEN - in San Bernardino, California, December 20, 1937, W. W. Cowen, 69, a native of Waverly, Tennessee, resident of San Bernardino and California 8 years. Funeral arrangements pending with Stephens & Bobbitt in charge.

OBITUARY
C.W. COWEN AT HIS HOME HERE
Widely Known Resident Passes After Long Illness, Active in Presbyterian Church

C. W. Cowen, father of O. L. Cowen, former San Bernardino automobile dealer, died yesterday at his residence, 2095 Arrowhead avenue, after an illness of several months. He was 69 years old, a native of Waverly, Tenn., and had resided here eight years.

Mr. Cowen was widely known and active in the First Presbyterian church, having been a church member since 20 years of age. He formerly was superintendent of the Sunday school at the church and also was associated with his son in business for a time.

Surviving are his wife, Mrs. Minnie D. Cowen, of San Bernardino; four sons, D. D. Cowen, of Nashville, Tenn., O.L., Jack L. and W. D. Cowen of San Bernardino; two daughters, Mrs. Marguerite Gilbert and Mrs. Jarvis Henderson, of San Bernardino; seven grandchildren, and two sisters, Mrs. Eva Layman of Kentucky and Mrs. Jennie Thomas of Waverly, Tenn.

Funeral services will be held at the First Presbyterian church Wednesday at 2 pm, with the Rev. W. D. Landis, brother of Mrs. Cowen, of Dinuba [CA], officiating. Stephens & Bobbitt are in charge of arrangements. Interment will be in Montecito Memorial Park, Colton.

John & Nancy McGill family--1800s

GregSMiller — 7 Oct 2006 10:29:16 GMT

Seeking information on the family of John and Nancy McGill, who are living in Humphreys County in 1860--with John age 45 and birthplace Tennessee; Nancy age 45 and birthplace Kentucky; all the children born in Tennessee, with Mary age 20, John age 20, Calvin age 17, Nathan age 15, Sarah age 12, Elizabeth age 9, Isabelle age 6, and Eudora age 3. In 1870 the family is living in Benton County, Tennessee, with John as age 57, and Nancy age 57. By 1880 John and Nancy are dead and buried in Humphreys County. Son Calvin McGill is still living in Benton County, Tennessee, and also married to Georgiana McElyea. Would appreciate any information on this family.
Thanks
Greg

Information on Edmon Mathis and Mary Mathis

Jo Ann Meacham — 3 Oct 2005 4:10:11 GMT

If anyone has a cemetery book for Humphreys County, would you please see if there is any information on Edmon Mathis and wife Mary Mathis? They probably died in the late 1800's or early 1900's. Thank you.

Joel Wilson's children in Humphreys Co.

Marilyn — 25 Mar 2004 5:29:04 GMT

Looking for Kids and grandkids of Joel Wilson and his first Wife Milla/Millie and of his 2nd wife Christina Binkley. Joel was b. in NC and died in Humphreys County shortly after 1840.

Milla/Millie was also b. NC and died by 1811 when Joel is found marrying Christina in Davidson Co, TN.

Thanks, Marilyn

50th Tennessee Infantry, CSA

GregSMiller — 7 Oct 2006 10:29:16 GMT

50th Tennessee Infantry, CSA

Regimental History

Working on a regimental history of the (50th) Fiftieth Tennessee Infantry, Confederate States Army. Needing information on each soldier’s date and place of birth, death and burial; full names of the soldiers, their parents and wives; if the veteran survived the war, was he a member of a veterans’ organization, and if so, which one, and whether he was awarded the Southern Cross of Honor from the United Daughters of the Confederacy. Also needing copies of photographs of the veterans (civilian or military, during, before or after the war), obituaries, documents, letters, recollections, reminiscences, and any other stories from the soldiers or their families, or others relating to their military service. Any and all correspondence will be appreciated.

Thanks

Greg & Randy

Gregory S. Miller
702 Fairlane Drive
Murray, KY 42071
(270) 753-3742
steven63@charter.net

Randall Rubel
1053 Eastland Drive
Clarksville, TN 37040-3915
(931) 647-3774
RRUBEL@peoplepc.com

Benton Co/Humphreys Co

DeeDee S — 21 Oct 2005 6:29:13 GMT

If Benton Co, was once part of Humphreys Co.. (pre 1835) where would the deeds, wills and census be? If the census for Humphreys in 1820 included what is now Benton, is there a way to read them to decipher that? I am looking for some Smiths, that apparently lived there and migragted east to the Tumbling Creek area. Any help is appreciated.

John Billy Rumsey Obituary

MelissaBarker51 — 10 Oct 2005 11:50:41 GMT

Source: "The Stewart-Houston Times" Newspaper, a bi-county newspaper for both Stewart County and Houston County in Tennessee.

Date of Newspaper: Tuesday, June 28, 2005
Page: A-3

Name: John Billy Rumsey
Age: 83
Born: July 27, 1921 in McEwen, Humphreys County, Tennessee
Died: June 23, 2005 in McEwen, Humphreys County, Tennessee
Funeral: June 26, 2005 with Luff-Bowen Funeral Home in Humphreys County, Tennessee
Burial: Meadowlawn Cemetery in Humphreys County, Tennessee
Parents: Benjamin Rumsey and Rosetta (Murrell) Rumsey
Surviving Spouse: Eunice (Baker) Rumsey
Deceased Children: Joanne Cannon
Surviving Children: Billy R. Rumsey, Hank Rumsey, Wilma Warren, Brenda Howell, Linda Dobson, Donna Cross
Surviving Siblings: None Listed

Anyone interested in a copy of the full and original obituary please contact me at kaitysmom@peoplestel.net for details.

In Christ,
Melissa Barker
RAOGK Volunteer
Have Access to Tennessee Death Certificates for Years 1908-1954 for ALL Counties
Have Access to Tennessee Birth Certificates for Years 1908-1912 for ALL Counties
Have Access to Tons of Tennessee Books at My Local Library

WILL DO LOOK UPS!!

Houston County Cemetery Book

Jo Ann Meacham — 27 Sep 2005 6:17:24 GMT

A Houston County, Tennessee cemetery book title "They Passed This Way" is available for sale. If interested, please contact Houston County Historical Society, P.O. Box 401, Erin, TN 37061 for information.

Smiths of Tumbling Crek

Dee Dee — 27 Sep 2005 1:14:30 GMT

I am looking for any decendents or people with information on Howell Smith (bn. 1946), Samuel Smith (about 1840's) or Robert Smith (born pre 1830's) who all at one time lived in the Tumbling Creek Area.

I know the following facts.. Samuel came from Williamson County after the civil war. Howell and some of his kids are buried in the James Cemetery, leading me to beleive he is related to MY Smiths (Thomas, John Marshall Smith), Robert lives nearby on the largest track of land.

I am trying to figure out how they are all related and where they came from BEFORE they arrived in the Tumbling Creek area. I have elicited much of this from the History of Tumbling Creek book and visiting Humphreys Co.

Thanks.

Dec 2005--The Historical Society is reprinting "The History of Tumbling Creek"

JoAnneCook68 — 25 Sep 2005 2:21:39 GMT

The Humphreys County Historical Society is planning to reprint the book, "The History of Tumbling Creek" by W.L. Ethridge, orginally published in 1985.

If you are interested in obtaining a copy of this book please contact: Barbara at: baranded@tnets.net

If you would like to know more about what information is in the book, you can email me: Cmamacat5@aol.com

Cost of the book will be about $50.00.

Humphreys County Cemetery Location

lynnedal — 8 Jun 2005 10:18:09 GMT

I am going to be vising the Humphreys County cemetery of my ancestors the middle of July and am requesting any help with directions to the following cemetery:

Ebenezer Cemetery

Thank you in advance for any help.

Lynne Adams Dalius
Coldwater, Michigan

Alice E. Clemons

bevjordan53 — 1 Sep 2005 2:24:57 GMT

Looking for Alice E. Clemons, born 1934, dau. of Harold Marion & Helen Martha Murray Harkleroad. Probably born in or near Rural Valley, Armstrong County, PA. Last known residence was/is in McEwen, TN. Her PA & NY cousins are trying to find her. She was/is married to Robert Clemons and they had a son, James Robert Clemons born May 1966. No one in the family has seen her for years, but we would like to find her before it is too late.