Barbour - Family History & Genealogy Message Board

Rosemont cemetery? Earl Roy d. 1956

cat911 — 16 Aug 2005 5:06:56 GMT

I have obituary notes for Earl Roy Sr., who died at the home of his only son, Earl Roy Jr. in Brownton, WV. There is a death record for him in Randolph Co., WV. Both indicate that he died in 1956 and is buried at Rosemont cemetery in Brownton, WV.

Where is Rosemont cemetery located? I did not find it on the cemetery list on the Barbour Co. site at usgenweb.

Any help appreciated with either this cemetery or this family.

Thanks,
Cathy

Skidmores of Barbour County

zebweese1 — 12 Aug 2008 11:01:28 GMT

I have an old obituary from my great grandparents and I'm trying to figure out who their parents were, with no luck. Below is the pertinent information; I'm hoping it looks familiar to someone here.

Parents: Bruce (dob 1856) and Josephine (Harris) Skidmore (3/3/1871--6/15/1957). Bruce was previously married to an Eliza Carpenter and had several children with her.

Children of Bruce and Josephine:
Mrs. Henry (Grace) Watson 9/6/1893---1982
Miss Byrta Skidmore 6/6/1895--10/12-1975
Orvis Skidmore 9/22/1897--1974
Mrs. Roy (Audra) Foy 12/11/1899--4/12/1986
Miss Nella Skidmore 4/26/1903---5/27/1982
Mrs. Henry (Vallie) Weese 12/22/1905-4/2/1996
Mrs. Porter (Garnette) Moore 2/25/1908-1998

Mathis, Matthis

serenity551 — 11 Jun 2008 12:58:23 GMT

I am looking for information on Grady Mathis, the spelling could be wrong. She lived in Huntington, she was married to a man called Buddy Mathis. She had a daughter named Catherine and I know she had one son that served in the West Virginia legislature. She was the sister of my grandmother, Thelma Mae Kidd, Marcum. Grady was a Kidd before she was married. Thank you

Lair simons/simon/simonds barbour-doddridge-roane-ritchie

bonniejenkins962 — 10 Aug 2008 10:26:23 GMT

can anyone tell me LAIR SIMONS parents and grandparents? etc..
I'm stuck on my simons line in roane,co
1850 barbour co.
John SIMON 48 (brothers abram & george)
benjamin 20
mary 18
LAIR 16
Judieth 13
barbara 2
diannah 2
1851 barbour will 1851 benjamin & johanna simons list a john & george & abram (abram 1865 will wife mary yeager, allen son,andrew m. ella McClasky, sarah dau m. william talbott, james b. 1849 d. 1934 barber co., lewis son
1860 doddridge co,
LAIR SIMONS 29 -gandy
ann 32 (angelina watson d. of jacob watson-sarah pritchard)
barbara 8 m. james monroe cottrell d. 1895 roane co.
sarah 2
1870 southwest Doddridge, co
LAIR SIMONDS 44
ANN 47
BARBERY 16
JOHN 14 d. 1919 berea, ritchie, co. (if i remember married milicy sumersb. gilmerco., d. of samuel sumers b. IN & eliz Hewette b. preston, wv)
SARAH 13
JACOB 10
MELISSA J. 6
1880 Roane co,wv
LAIR SIMONS 50 d. 1909 auburn, ritchie, co.
angelina 52
barbary 27
sarah 21
jacob 19
melissa j. 16 m. Gribble d. 1919 berea,ritchie co.
MY brick wall THOMAS SIMONS m. elizabeth Harris census 1850 logan wv to 1880 roane co. census

Ora Calvin Nestor

stresstomax — 6 Sep 2006 2:47:45 GMT

Looking for information on Ora Calvin Nestor, born 1923 /24,in Barbour Co. He served in the Army during WW2. Any info would be GREATLY appreciated. Thank you.

Linkswiler

Mae3607 — 22 Apr 2008 11:04:36 GMT

Looking for information on Ira Linkswiler,born west virgina,married Alma Jarvis,Michigan.
He returned to West Virgina in the early to mid 1900's to work in the Coal Mines then returned to Michigan to be with his wife and children.
Anyone with information on the Linkswiler surname or related to Ira, please contact, want to finish that part of the family tree.
Ira and Alma (Jarvis)Linkswiler had three children;
Carl/Roy/Helen

thanks in advance,Mae

Civil War Book

KarenHern15 — 14 Jun 2008 5:24:42 GMT

Many years ago, when I was a librarian in Grafton, I had a book called Diary of a Confederate Soldier.It was written by a young soldier from Phillipi. He carried it with him as he fought in the War. No one seems to have heard of this book but me! Please tell me that I didn't dream it up.

Karen

OBIT: Rose Marie MAXWELL JONES LEGGETT

RSprowls3639 — 7 Jun 2008 5:49:56 GMT

Rose Marie JONES LEGGETT age 71 of Geneva, Lake Co.,OH, passed away Thursday, June 5, 2008 at University Hospitals of Cleveland (OHIO). She was born Nov. 21, 1936 in Galloway, WVA. She was the daughter of Jessie (BENNETT) and William MAXWELL.
She graduated 1954 from Phillippi High School in WVA and collected dolls and loved to crochet, knit and dance.
Survivors are her three sons, Bob (Sharon) JONES of Geneva OHIO; Jeff (Tonya) JONES of Genvea OH; and Rick JONES of Sheffield Lake OH; daughter DeeDee (Dwayne) GIBSON of Geneva OH; 12 grandchildren; five great grandchildren; brother William (Yvette) MAXWELL of Colorada; and two sisters, Sheila HENSLEY of Fla. and Betty of Washington.
She was preceded in death by her parents, brother Steve MAXWELL and sister Beverly MAXWELL.
Visiting hours 6-7 p.m. June 9, 2008 at the Behm Family Funeral Home and Crematory, 175 South Broadway, Geneva OH; where a memorial service will be conducted at 7 p.m. Monday following the visitation.
Online at www.behmfuneral.com
SOURCE: The News-Herald, Willoughby, Lake Co.,OH; June 7, 2008; not related-hope this helps someone.
Ruth Tenney Sprowls
Madison, Lake Co.,OH

Death of James A. Price in 1855. Parents were William & Sarah Price.

wayprice3077 — 6 Dec 2007 7:12:36 GMT

James A. Price died August 20, 1855 in the "Cheate" River in Preston County at age 55 (means he was born in 1800). His parents were William and Sarah Price. He was born in "Louden" County, Virginia. His wife was Jemima Price.

Reference for above: Line 262 on pages 6 and 7 of Preston County WV (then VA) Deaths 1853-1859 transcribed from microfilm by Roy L. Lockhart. This record was found in the Kingwood public library bearing No. 41597.

Related comment:

(A) The parents of James A. Price is William Price and Sarah Poland (wife 1). Sarah died and William later married Mary Butler Lewis in Monongalia County in 1807. James' wife was Jemima England. James' immediately older brother was William Price who married Anna (Wright/Right) Poling in 1819 in Randolph County, then in Virginia. Later this part of Randolph County became Barbour County WV. Brother William was born circa 1799, possibly in Loudoun County VA, but possibly from Maryland.

(B) The above suggests Richard Price (born ca. 1757 in Alexandria VA close to Loudoun) and Nancy Dallas could have been William Price's (who married Sarah Poland and Mary Butler Lewis) parents. This parents would be instead of Charles Price and Betsy Fowlkes or Ann Haskins in Prince Edward County. The input from anyone out there who can confidently list the parents of William Price (who married Sarah Poland and Mary Butler Lewis) would be appreciated.

(C) The above provides rationale to why WIlliam Price (who married Anna Wright Poling) first listed his "from" place as Virginia in the federal cenus, later listed Maryland, because his parents lived a while in Westerport MD. His father owned and operated a hotel in Westernport. Later he moved to Kingwood and owned the Hearndon Hotel. But if William (of Barbour) was older than James A., why wouldn't he too have been born in Loudoun County or another Virginia location instead of Maryland?

Details you have would be appreciated.

Wayne Price

mr.nutter married zoa h in1890's

sandycpw — 26 Apr 2008 5:37:21 GMT

I do nt know mr nutters frist name nor her maiden name mr nutter was kicked in head died no children looking for her maiden name they were from philippi wv

Death Record for MARY (ELEANOR) (née McHENRY) FELTON

JacobKCarpenter — 4 Apr 2008 9:11:59 GMT

Looking for a death record for MARY (ELEANOR) (née McHENRY) FELTON, b. unk. - Frederick Co., MD; d. 17 Apr 1857 - Barbour Co., WV. M. 13 Nov 1798 - Frederick Co., MD to JOHN FELTON, b. 1760 - Taneytown, Carroll Co., MD; d. 1844 - Whetsell Settlement on Muddy Creek, WV.

Am trying to confirm the identities of her parents, who are supposed to be HENRY McHENRY and JOANNA (JOHANNA) OGLE of Frederick Co., MD.

Dau. PRUDENCE (née FELTON) WOTRING was one of my distant grandmothers.

Any and all help is appreciated.

G. Ord Thompson

hrcogar — 4 Apr 2008 1:21:59 GMT

I'm looking for any available information on (General) Ord Thompson, formerly Chief of Police of Gassaway, WV; killed in the line of duty in April 1915 by William "Holly, Holley, Hollie" Griffith of Wirt County. Originally from Belington, Thompson is interred at Maplewood Cemetery in Elkins. Particular interest would be a period photograph, contact with descendants, etc.

New Bice/Boice/Boyce of W.Va. Family Website

markkurt47 — 16 Mar 2008 5:33:49 GMT

Hello,

I have set up a new website that includes some vital
statistics on Boyces who lived in West Virginia. I am hoping
to publish something in the future on this family.
Please visit the website and take what you need and look
around and maybe donate some information for me

http://wvboyces.myfam.io

Thanks,
Mark Kurt

Need census look up please

HeatherElms — 2 Mar 2008 6:14:51 GMT

Need census record from 1900 to 1930.
Looking for John A. Campbell (born 1841 in VA) & family.

Thank you!

Looking for cemetery

HeatherElms — 24 Feb 2008 11:20:30 GMT

Looking for cemetery where John A. Campbell (1841-1930)
and A.C. Campbell (1888-1920) are buried.

Both death records say they lived in Century.

Obit Look Up - Albert J Shanks (died 12 Jan 1943)

x890239 — 27 Dec 2007 3:48:50 GMT

Born 10 Dec 1866 Barbour, Wv to Morris and Phoebe Jane Bower. Was an Iron worker in Sharon, PA and Youngstown, OH. He married my GGM Esther "Etta" Stout. Any obit information and family info would be greatly appreciated.

Thanks in advance
Chuck Hunter
chunter@neo.rr.com

Need Info On Isaac and Betsy Sellers Fridley..

mick1980 — 23 Dec 2007 12:04:20 GMT

Isaac died ca 1855 and Betsy in 1865.......they were both from Rockingham Co Va..I believe they had one daughter that married a George W. Kratzer in Rockingham Co. Va....any help would be appreciated...Mike

email at yankee54@comcast.net

Cemeteries in Junior Barbour Co Wv

nmckane369 — 10 Apr 2006 1:58:20 GMT

Looking for some info on Brethern Cemetery in Junior Barbour co WV. Several family members buried there Surname HYMES. Any help appreciated.

SAVING THE WV ARCHIVES

daathompson1 — 9 Nov 2007 8:21:45 GMT

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Don Seabolt ~WV~ - Nov 8, 2007 View | Viewers
This information is from T. Lockard which was posted on West Virginia Web Site at myfamily.com WE need to help in keeping our state archives well and fit. WE need Fred Armstrong back at his job. WE need the cafe-tamerac REMOVED from the culture center. WE need a new governor if that is what it will take to stop him. Let it be known to all how you fel about messing up our history. How maney times have WE used to archives ? Please lets help now is the time not later. Call your senators and everyone now Thank you for your help in this. Don Seabolt.
Special Thanks to T Lockard in keeping us informed.

T. Lockard - Nov 7, 2007 View | Viewers
Categories: West Virginia ARCHIVES The following e-mail was sent to Virginia GILLESIE from Esther Warner. She also sent copies to Dawn Miller and Phil Kabler of the Charleston Gazette.

It should be circulated on ALL state web sites and printed in ALL genealogical and historical society newsletters.

Please forward it to all your genealogy buddies in your address book.

Without YOUR HELP, our WV ARCHIVES might just become a thing of the past...

++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++

"Now is the time for all good men to come to the aid of their countrymen."

Dear Friends,
Please call the Governor of West Virginia today and state that you do not want to combine the search room with the Library Commission. Let him know that you do not want the Archives Search Room moved across the hall. Tell him that you don't need a cafe or a gift shop in the Cultural Center. We need the Museum put back into the basement, more money and equipment for the search room, and the Gag Orders placed on state employees removed.

It is unbelievable that State Employees are not allowed to voice a public opinion nor make any comment to the press. I thought that was what our Veterans had fought Wars over & to protect our right of Free Speech. In order to work for the State of West Virginia, Joe Manchin requires you to leave the Bill of Rights in storage, before you can work for the state.

Joe Manchin believes that we need a gift shop and a cafe in the Cultural Center. Then he will be able to have dancing in the Great Hall of the Cultural Center and then have an elegant banquet in the Cafe. This recalls the story of Queen Marie Antoinette of France. Her people were starving and crying out for bread, her answer was "Let them eat cake." Marie was missing the point. They had no bread, they had no cake.

We have something important in our Archives, we have the history of the State of West Virginia. We have the original rosters from the Civil War, we have microfilm records of births, deaths, marriages, etc. We have thousands of books on family, county, and state history. And that's just part of it.

In moving the State Archives Search Room from the location purposely designed for it by a trained architect and cramming it into the Library Commission Lending Library you are conveying the idea to me that what it contains isn't worth keeping nice. That it's o.k. to introduce food into an archival building. It isn't. The architect said so when he built it without the cafe. Food brings vermin, bugs, rats, nasty things. These eat books, they lick the ink right off the original records that are stored in the building.

Putting a lending library with a non-lending archival library? How smart is that? The books that are loaned are exposed to everything outside of the Cultural Center and returned onto the shelves: chemicals, contaminants, and etc. All mixed in with the books that we should be trying to maintain in the cleanest environment possible. Bad idea.

We lost a champion on November 1, 2007 in our Archives Director Fred Armstrong who was summarily fired as he served at the Will and Pleasure of the Governor. The Governor was no longer pleased and Fred Armstrong was no longer employed. Fred played the game that the Governor wanted. He didn't gossip about the combination of the libraries, he did his work and he did it very well. When I was called and told he had been fired, I said "Well, that makes sense. The one person I could always say was a good, hard worker, doing everything he could to make the Archives a better place. And he's fired."

Has the world gone mad?

Please call Governor Manchin today at 1-888-438-2731. Let him know we don't want the Archives Search Room moved. Today he wants to move the Archives across the hall. Tomorrow he may decide to move it to Morgantown. Or better still, sell all of it on E-bay.

Have your friends, your genealogy society, your history society, and everyone you know write a letter to Governor Manchin, 1900 Kanawha Boulevard, East, Charleston, WV 25305.

Another alternative in contacting the Governor is this web site:

http://www.wvgov.org/sec.aspx?id=36

Please take a stand on this and don't let up. We want an answer now.

The Mining Your History Foundation meets on Saturday, November 10, 2007 at the Green Room at the Cultural Center at 1 p.m. for their annual meeting. Please try to attend.
--
Joetta McCallister Kuhn
Certified Public Accountant
Vice President of Boone County Genealogical Society
Member of: Kanawha Valley Genealogical Society, Lincoln County Genealogical Society, Mining Your History Foundation, KYOWVA Genealogical Society

=======================================================
PELASE Try to attend the MYHF's annual meeting on Saturday! Show YOUR SUPPORT by attending. You DO NOT have to be a MEMBER of The Mining Your History Foundation.

(Site Administrators: Please let your members read this before it is deleted from your site. WE really do need to help West Virginia people to keep our history alive and safe. If you want to contact Tammy Lockard and get the updates she will have. WE need to stand with Fred Armstrong on this matter Thank you for your help. Don

Help with death record please?

markkurt47 — 13 Sep 2007 1:32:26 GMT

Hello,

I have reached a dead end on my great-grandmother! I hope someone here can help.
I have been looking for her death certificate but have been unlucky so far.
Her name was Eliza (Elizabeth) Samantha Barnett Boice. She married Samuel Moore Boice
in 1888. She died on Feb 14 1913, I thought in Braxton county which was where she
lived and her tombstone is located. So now I am trying the surrounding counties to find
where and how she died. Does anyone have access to death records of this county that could do a quick lookup for me?
Thanks so much,
Mark

Looking for cemetery

HeatherElms74 — 4 Mar 2007 7:34:48 GMT

Looking for cemetery in Babour Co, Century #2, near Hodgesviile.
Can't make out cemetery name on death record, either W/B or H/B Chruch Cemetery.

For John Arthur Campbell born 1841 & died 1930

Death Lookup for William Miller 1848-1851

Christina Melnarik — 21 Oct 2006 11:21:44 GMT

Hello!

I'm hoping for a death record lookup for a William Miller, born before 1827 and died around 1848-1851.

Obit lookup-Hazel Poe

scottielu — 9 Jan 2007 2:07:51 GMT

Trying to get information on HAZEL POE born. 01 Aug 1913 died 15 Aug 1997 26416 Philippi, Barbour, WV.

Any help would be appreciated
-Scott

Joshua and Orpha Martin

Terry Martin — 25 Oct 2006 6:00:04 GMT

Located family in 1850 census record for Barbour County. Seeking any information regarding this family. Shows that Joshua and Orpha married within the year, sometime between 1849 and 1850. Any information would be appreciated.

Clayton Steed Death Query

steedjim — 13 Jun 2007 10:05:16 GMT

I am looking for the death/burial information for my gr-grandfather, Clayton Steed, DOB: 19 Dec 1859, Thomas Run, Pleasants, WV, USA m. Nancy Agnes Brewer.

His will was probated on 26 Sep 1918, but based upon death in a Railroad Wreck on the B & O [prob. File Number 431
], he likely died on 22 May 1917, near Irving (?), Harrison, WV, USA [Perhaps Tunnel #10?]. I have been unable to find his death or burial so far in Tyler, Pleasants, Harrison or even Barbour County[site of other wreck]. Railroad employee information does not appear to have survived.

Any help would be appreciated-thanks;

Jim Steed

1860 Census Request: Sarepta Bleigh (Blye, Bly)

Kristen O'Neal — 5 Feb 2003 6:42:49 GMT

This is a hard one folks. Sarepta was illegitimate. Her mother was Mary S. Bleigh. In 1850, they were in the household of Mary's parents, James and Mary Bleigh. Bleigh has a variety of spellings: Bleigh, Blye, Bly... At some point, Mary S. Bleigh, Sarepta's mom, may have married a man name Marshalos (Marshall) Perkins.

Even if Mary and Sarepta have moved out of James and Mary's household, I'd still be interested in James and Mary's census info.

I am trying to get copies of the census pages. I'd appreciate as much info as possible (sheet number, household number, district, etc...). Thank you very much for your help.

LOVE/BLACK + LOVE/CHAPMAN Marriages

denmother — 9 Jan 2002 7:51:14 GMT

Barbour County Marriages, p. 81 lists ALBINAS LOVE m. MARY J. BLACK in said county on 2 Nov 1887.
Barbour County Marriages, p. 88 lists ALBINAS LOVE m. ALLIE MAY CHAPMAN in said county on 3 July 1890.
Albinas and Allie May were my husband's grandparents. No one in his family seems to know anything about this first marriage to Ms. Black. Who were her parents/siblings? When/how/where did she die? Where is she buried? Were there children?
Who were the parents/siblings of Allie May?
Any info at all will be greatly appreciated. Thank you.

The Old Quaker Cemetery in Barbour Co.

James Starr — 13 Sep 2006 2:26:46 GMT

Hi all

Looking for Moses Starr b. 1620 and his wife Margaret Anna.

If anyone lives close to The Old Quaker Cemetery in Barbour Co. would you please check it out and see if there is a Moses Starr and wife Margaret Anna or any Starrs.!!!!!

Or if you have a site or book to see if any Starrs are buried in that cemetery.

Moses was an early Quaker, but may have changed to Methodist. Not sure.

Thank you
Jim Starr starrman82143@aol.com

Need "Will" lookup, Please - REED, Francis

ChristineHayden — 5 Jun 2002 3:28:23 GMT

Could someone please lookup a "Will" for me, Francis Reed died between 1840-1850. His wife was Arah one son named John. I'm looking for the names of the slaves and who they were bequeath too.

All help appreciated

Oscar Earl Barbour/Sara Katherine Gregory

bleukarma — 2 Mar 2007 9:08:21 GMT

I'm looking for info on my great-grandfather Oscar Earl Barbour. He was born around 1900 in Huntington, WV. He married Lessie Mae Barbour and they had four children. His mom's name was Sara Katherine Gregory and I don't know his father's name. I am also trying to find info on Sara Katherine Gregory.

Descendants of Ury Adams/Cottrill/Costilow/Reed

Sue Cottrill DeJournett — 29 Jul 2002 4:53:10 GMT

Looking for descendants & information regarding Eura/Ury Adams, b.1816 probably in Barbour Co.VA. Among her children were Elijah Cottrill, Benjamin Cottrill, Olive Cottrill, Aaron Costilow, & Margaret Costilow. I'm from the line of Elijah Cottrill. Any cousins out there?

Ferguson-Wilmoth-Kalar Family Reunion

arwilmoth — 15 Feb 2007 7:49:09 GMT

The Ferguson-Wilmoth-Kalar Family Reunion will be held at the Allegheny Regional Family History Library in Elkins on July 28, 2007. Out-of-area "cousins" are expected to arrive earlier in the week for tours and research, as well as sharing of family info. For more info, to register for the evening family meals, or a flyer: Larry Ferguson (304-636-2072 or Lferguson@meer.net, or Angus at awilmoth@netscape.com.

Ora Calvin Nestor

stresstomax — 19 Sep 2006 5:59:01 GMT

Looking for any info. on Ora Calvin Nestor. Born to Ora D and Genora(Geneva) Nestor, 1923/24. Had sisters by the name Maxine and Betty. May have moved to Ohio at some point prior to WW2. Ora entered the Army from Ohio, address at that time (1943) was Canton Ohio. Please, if you know of this family, let me know. Thank you so much, Marcia

Isaac P. Teter, son of James Teter & Barbary Reger #3

cahkoru — 10 Jan 2007 12:39:35 GMT

Portrait and Biographical Album of Wapello County, Iowa... Chicago:
Chapman Brothers, 1887.

Rev. I. P. TETER,

Presiding Elder of the Methodist Episcopal Church in the Ottumwa District, is a native of Lewis County, Va., and was born May 11, 1829. He is a son of James and Barbara (Reger) Teter, both natives of the Old Dominion and both
now deceased. Of their five children the record is as follows: Alvah lives in Virginia; John is a large cattle-dealer in Kansas; Jacob is in Virginia; Isaac, our subject, was the fourth son; Granville is deceased.

The subject of this history grew to manhood in his native county, received careful training at the hands of most excellent parents, and obtained his early education in the common schools of that section. Early in life he determined to become a minister of the Gospel, and with that end in view closely pursued a course of Scriptural study. He was married in Buchanan, Va., Oct. 25, 1849, to Miss Rebecca Jackson, who was born July 25, 1831.
Her parents, Edward H. and Rebecca (Love) Jackson, were also natives of Virginia, and both descended from excellent families. Their household included four sons and seven daughters, as follows: Margaret married Job
Hinkle, of Virginia, who is now deceased; Sarah became the wife of William Sexton, and lives in Virginia; Mary was united in marriage with Val Strader, of Virginia; Elizabeth is deceased; John G. married Miss Salina Norman,
of Virginia; William L. is a bachelor; Minter J. married Miss Mary Cummins; Winford E. became the wife of Will S. Peterson, of Iowa; and they are now residents of Washington, D. C.; Prudence A. is deceased; the wife of
our subject was the next in order of birth; E. N. B. married a Miss Wilkinson, of Iowa, and they reside in California. Out subject and wife are the parents of two children: Joseph C., a resident of Burlington, and Frank
Elbert, of Ottumwa.

After becoming fitted for ministerial labors Mr. Teter resolved to come West for a permanent location, and accordingly, crossing the Mississippi in 1853, became identified with the Iowa Conference.

In the fall of 1861, having fully established himself in the confidence and esteem of the people of this section, and deeply interested in its welfare, he was elected to the Ninth
General Assembly of the State of Iowa, as Senator from the Sixteenth District. He fulfilled the duties of this position with great credit, and then, the Civil War being in progress, became Chaplain of the 7th Iowa Infantry and also of the United States Hospital at Keokuk. In this
capacity he sympathized with the unfortunate, cheered and encouraged the sick and wounded, and became the object of affectionate attachment by many who never lived to tell the tale.

At the close of the war Mr. Teter became Presiding Elder of the Burlington District, and since then has spent the greater part of his time in building up the cause of religion and morality. He is an earnest advocate of
prohibition, and by his influence and public speeches has contributed in no small degree to bringing the State to its present high position on the temperance question. He has taken an active interest in all matters pertaining to the general welfare of his adopted State, and has labored
with but little recompense for the good of his fellow-men. He possesses a keen insight into human nature, and has made the most of his opportunities of reading and study. He is a fluent speaker, possesses a valuable fund of
information, and without apparent effort secures the close attention of his audiences. His words are well selected and his line of argument at once takes hold of the reason and sympathy of his hearers. He has built up a good
record and made for himself hosts of friends in this county.

Isaac P. Teter, son of James Teter & Barbary Reger

cahkoru — 10 Jan 2007 12:32:02 GMT

Annals of Iowa: A historical quarterly. v. 1-12, 1863-74; New Series,
v. 1-3, 1882-84; 3d series, v. 1- Apr. 1893-

ISAAC PEARL TETER

was born in Lewis county, West Va., in 1829; he died at New Sharon, Iowa, March 6, 1900. He came to Iowa about the year 1852 and was ordained as a
Methodist Episcopal clergyman, by Bishop Matthew Simpson, in 1855. His early appointments were at Troy, Montrose, Winchester, Ft. Madison, Drakeville, Albia, East Des Moines and Sigourney. While at the latter place, in
1861, he was elected to the State senate, in which body he became active and prominent, especially distinguished by his efforts to secure temperance legislation.

In 1863 he was commissioned as chaplain of the 7th Iowa
infantry and went to the front. Resigning in 1864, he was appointed post chaplain to the military hospitals at Keokuk, where he remained until the close of the war. He was a popular preacher, able and eloquent, exerting a
good degree of influence wherever he resided. He had long been one of the most widely known Methodist Episcopal clergymen in the State.

Isaac P. Teter, son of James Teter & Barbary Reger

cahkoru — 10 Jan 2007 12:30:13 GMT

The Makers of Iowa Methodism ... by Aaron W. Haines. Cincinnati :
Printed for the author by Jennings & Pye, c1900.

ISAAC P. TETER

was admitted to the Conference this year on trial. He was a recent arrival from Virginia, in which State he had been born in 1829. In his sixteenth year he was converted and united with the Church, and at the age of twenty-two he was given license to preach. He spent forty-seven years
in the active work, all in the Iowa Conference, and died on his last field of labor, at New Sharon, Iowa, march 6, 1900. The incidents of his long ministry would furnish an interesting chapter in itself. In the earlier days of his experience, after riding all day in an open conveyance he
arrived at his destination, which was the new appointment to which he had been assigned. He found entertainment at the home of one of the members of the Church; but was so discouraged with the outlook and so tired that he did
not make himself known. "We are looking every minute for our preacher," said the good lady of the house; "for one of our members is to be buried to-morrow, and we are anxious that our own pastor should conduct her funeral." He learned that there was a new sect operating in that
community, which claimed a monopoly on religion, and that no one outside of their communion had any right to expect to enter heaven. If the new preacher did not come, one of these would be called upon to preach. The young man,
after hearing a statement of the condition of things, acknowledged that he was the circuit-rider whom they were expecting, and that he was there to attend the funeral, which he did the next day. This gave him a splendid
opportunity to introduce himself, which he did in a satisfactory manner. He showed the utter folly of the teachings of those who said there was no hope for the
woman who lay in the coffin before them, simply because she had not submitted to a form which they said was necessary to salvation. From that day the boy preacher held the ground in spite of all opposition. This incident illustrates the manner in which he won success everywhere he went; he made the best use of his opportunities.

Once, having subscribed one hundred dollars to the college, he knew not where it was to come from.
A wealthy man lived in the town, and, though not a member of the Church, Teter went to him, and said, "Now, I want you to pay this for me, as you are able and I am not," and the obligation was paid.

In 1862, while he was pastor in Sigourney, he was elected a State senator, and acquired some distinction in the Legislature the following winter. Later he was ommissioned as chaplain of the Seventh Iowa Infantry, and accompanied his regiment into the South, where he remained until 1864,
when , returning North, he accepted a position which had been made vacant by the death of Isaac I. Stewart, as chaplain of the military hospitals in Keokuk, where he did faithful work with the sick and dying soldiers.

His ministerial labors included terms as presiding elder on the Burlington and Ottumwa Districts. In 1896 he was a member of the General Conference, which met in Cleveland, Ohio, and worthily represented his Conference.
He has well been characterized as "a man of superior natural and acquired ability, and was in the true sense an orator. His preaching was Scriptural, sound, and convincing, and delivered with force and unction. His voice was clear and musical, his enunciation distinct, and his manner pleasing; and he was sought for, for addresses upon public occasions, and he never failed to hold an audience. He had an exceedingly retentive memory, and his
social qualities were marked." He was well known outside of his own denomination, and took a lively interest in all living questions.

His death was very sudden, falling in an office where he had been in conversation with some of his friends; but in this he had his long-expressed desire fulfilled, that he might be spared protracted and severe suffering.
His remains were laid to rest in the Ottumwa Cemetery

George Teter & Mary Anna Margaret Henkle

cahkoru — 28 Dec 2006 9:35:51 GMT

I am a descendent of James Teter and Barbary Reger. I'm trying to find out if anyone knows if there are Wills for either James or Barbara Reger Teter Zinn. I would like to obtain copies of them. James does not have a Will in Randolph Co. or Lewis. I was going to try Barbour next but hoping someone may know before I sent it out. I'm also looking for proof that James was son of Jacob Teter and Elizabeth Holder, who was son of George Teter and Mary Anna Margaret Henckle. Any help would be much appreciated. Thank you!

Isaac P. Teter Civil War Letter

cahkoru — 22 Dec 2006 5:33:54 GMT

Camp of the Seventh Iowa Inf Vols
Pulaski Tenn Dec 2/4 1863.
Major R M Sawyer
Dept. and Army of the Tenn

Major,
I respectfully tender my resignation as chaplain of the Seventh Iowa Inftry Vols on account of afflictation in my family. My Wifes health is rapidly failing under the influence of Hemorage of the lungs and other matters connected with my family, very materially affecting my interests, demanding my immediate personal attention in order to save that which to a minister of the gospel is more valuable than life or permanent disability, Reputation. I was last paid up to and including the 31st day of Oct. 1863 by Major Rhodes upon proper muster roll. I have served in the capacity of Chaplain of said regiment only since that date without change of rank or grade. I have not been absent from my Regiment with or without leave since I was last paid upon proper muster rolss nor have I been absent since March 3, 1863 with leave nor for wounds or sickness. There are no stoppages or charges against me affecting my pay. I have not now nor have at any time since my entering the service any public property for which I am legally accountable to the United States.
I have the honor Major to be very respectfully your obedient Servant.
I.P. Teter
Chaplain 7th Iowa
Infty Volunteer

Marriage Lookup: William Miller & Margaret (--?--)

Christina Melnarik — 21 Oct 2006 11:27:07 GMT

Looking for marriage record of

Groom: William Miller (born before 1827) possible parents James & Polly Miller
Bride: Margaret (--?--) born 1820 VA
Date: around 1842-1844 (I realize the county formed in 1843), but a girl's got to try, eh?

Thanks for any help you can give! Christina

Ware Chapel Church of Christ, Junior WV

lindaware28 — 22 Nov 2006 1:10:12 GMT

I am looking for information on the Ware Chapel Church of Christ in Junior. Would be interested in a picture of it in it's earlier years if anybody has one. Also interested in information on cemetery across the road from it, the Brethern or Dunkard Cemetery.

1850 Barbour County

hapyfet1 — 21 Oct 2006 1:34:49 GMT

I need a history lesson on Barbour County. Tonight I went to look up my gr gr gr grandfather and found him in the 1850 census record in District #5 of Barbour County, Virginia. I thought I would check to see who some of his neighbors were and ended up see almost my entire family tree in front of me (except for the line that came from Germany a few years later. Douglas/Skidmore/ Nutter/ Browning/ Hartman/ Yeager/ Wright - they were all there. I realize that WV broke from VA but can anyone tell me where this District # 5 was located. Also I know that Barbour County is in WV but a couple decades later some of these families are found in Upshur County and then in Braxton County. The final pairing in my line is Douglas(s) and Skidmore but that was 30+ years later. Now, my question is this: Did they move or did the county lines move?

Birth Record advice - 1843-1849

Christina Melnarik — 21 Oct 2006 11:24:44 GMT

Hello -

Does any one know where I might find birth records for children born between 1843 and 1849?

Parents are William Miller and Margaret (--?--)
Emily b. 1843
Grace b. 1844
Sarah C b. 1845
William Moses b. 1849

Thanks for any help you can give!

Christina

NESTORS GULF STATION in Philippi

stresstomax — 6 Oct 2006 5:35:00 GMT

Does anyone rememder Nestor's station, Mr. Nestor (O.Calvin Nestor)? Looking for a photo or anyone who knew him. He was a member of VFW and American Legion in Grafton. Also looking for the name of cemetery where he was buried, July 1994. Thank you very much. Marcia

Harris, Channell families of Barbour County

DonnaHarris29 — 30 Sep 2006 11:05:08 GMT

Looking for any and all information about Samuel Harris b.1811 d. 1903 and his wife Nancy Channell..b. 1810 d.1883?.. I'm most interested in finding names of both parents and siblings for Samuel Harris and Nancy Channell.

Any help is much appreciated!.

Thanks,

Donna

Nestor obit, PLEASE HELP/ Barbour Co.

stresstomax — 25 Sep 2006 2:56:37 GMT

I am looking for someone to please do 2 obit look ups. I would like the obit for Orie(Ora) Dillon Nestor, died 1955. I am not sure of the date. And also Geneva Pearl Nestor, died 1970. Please, this is so very important. I am trying to find their son, Ora Calvin Nestor. If you have Any info on him, please e-mail me. These Nestors would be the in the same tree as Rennie, Doshie, Cecil and Wesley. - (O.Dillon Nestor was a brother) Thank you for your help, Marcia stresstomax@hotmail.com

Greathouse Family

LCox316 — 15 Aug 2006 4:52:34 GMT

Am looking for information on a Greathouse Family that lived in Barbour County, WV around 1870. I believe the mother's name was Sarah, do not know father's name. Had at least one child named Enos. Believe that father died before 1880 and Sarah Greathouse (do not know maiden name) married William Cox. If anyone has any information please email me @ licox316@earthlink.net

England family info

pam5151 — 21 Jun 2006 10:25:36 GMT

I'm seeking info on Draper England, his parents and their descendants. I know he was married to a Katy M. England, but at some point he had an affair with a Clara Moats (my family called her Clara England but I don't believe they were ever married). They had a daugher, Elsie Lillian, my maternal grandmother, who was raised by I believe Clara's sister, Ida (who married an Edwin England....not sure if he and Draper were related)
I bellieve I have found the names of Draper's parents: John and Georgia A.....but that's as far as I've gotten.
Any info would be very helpful.
Pam Swope

Need census look-up, please

emeraldsnow9 — 9 Oct 2003 4:50:20 GMT

Need census look-up for 1900 & 1910 in Barbour Co.

Looking for John A. Campbell born abt. 1841 in Va.

Have 1920 & 1930 census for there.

Thank you

John Simpson, Rawley Simpson, Ira Ross Simpson

badge4078 — 23 May 2006 11:50:51 GMT

John and his son Rawley lived in Marquess WV CR92 near route 50. His brother Henry and David also lived in the area. David son Julius Ceasar Simpson opened a market which still stands. Trying to find the graves of John, Henry and David. Can you help.

Roger Simpson

Reed / Costilow / Costelo / McCauley / Jenkins / Smith

majaza2828 — 17 May 2006 11:01:58 GMT

Searching for
Garret / Garrett McCauley
Born : 27 Mar 1861 Barbour Co. VA.(Now WV).
Died: 18 Sep 1932 Flemington, Taylor County, WV.
His parents were Elmore McCauley & Salina Smith.

Rebecca Costilow / Costelo / Costello
She was born: 03 Feb 1863 Barbour Co. VA.(Now WV)
Died: 20 Dec 1932 Flemington, Taylor County, WV.
Her parents were: James Costelo & Matilda Martha Jenkins.

Garret McCauley & Rebecca Costilow
Married: 07 Oct 1888 Barbour County , West Virginia.

Elmore McCauley (Garret McCauley's father)...
Born: Dec 1843 Harrison County, VA. ( Now WV)Parents: Robert McCauley 3rd & Nancy Jenkins.

Salina Smith
Born: Sep 1841...Maybe: Harrison Co, Va ( Now WV)
Marriage date & Place ...Unknown
Possible parents: Johnson Smith & Sarah O'Neal ?

Artemas Reed
Born: 15 Jun 1886 maybe: Barbour County, WV.
Died: 14 Nov 1918 Taylor County, West Virginia.
Parents: Sylvanus Reed & Eura Costilow

Artemas Reed & Eva McCauley married: 20 Jun 1907 Taylor Co. WV.
Eva McCauley parents were: Garret McCauley & Rebecca Costilow / Costelo.

Sylvanus Reed
Born: 09 Aug 1863 Barbour Co. WV
Died: 30 Jul 1926 St. Mary's Hospital, Clarksburg, WV. Harrison Co.
Parents: John A.F. Reed & Samantha Reed.
Sylvanus Reed's wives & Marriage dates: : Eura Costilow ( 30 Aug 1884 in Barbour, Co. WV)
Martha E. Costilow. ( 09 Jun 1903 in Barbour, Co. WV)

John A.F. Reed
Born: May 1832 Brushy Fork, Harrison Co., VA. (now Barbour Co., WV).
Died: 17 Sep 1906 Gilmer Co., WV (probably DeKalb Twp).
Married: Samantha Reed on 25 Apr 1854 BARBOUR County, VA. (Now WV).

John T. Reed
Born: 1800 Harrison Co. VA.
Death: Unknown
Parents: Unknown
Married: Mary Turner on 18 Mar 1822 in Harrison Co. VA.

If you can help me...Please contact me directly majaza28@fadco.net ...Would love to share info.
Thanks, Mary Jane.

Farence/McDaniel Family

teresawag1 — 21 Apr 2006 5:15:02 GMT

Looking for anything from this line. Elam b.1845 & Mary Farence b.1852.........Cathern Farence b.1869 married Adam McDaniel b.1927 please email me if you have any information.

Sandridge Family Tree

pssandridge — 24 Sep 2002 5:03:51 GMT

Looking for any /or all information that I can find about my family tree

Samuel Henderson

Barb Whiteman — 13 Apr 2006 6:51:53 GMT

Samuel Henderson was born about 1770 and lived in Harrison county until 1850 then Barbour living with Jacob Moats.In 1860 he is in Taylor living with John Henderson.I can not find a death on him or his wife Sarah.

Board family

Barb Whiteman — 9 Apr 2006 12:42:18 GMT

Reuben Board was born about 1797 in Fauquier county and moved to Harrison county about 1840 which later became Barbour county.His brothers were George and Jefferson.Their father was John Board.Does anyone know more about this family

fry/frye/frey

amymiller38 — 2 Jun 2004 7:23:54 GMT

I am looking for information on the fry/frye/frey i have my samuel fry and sarah c. fry there children where mary r.j.b.fry , jacob m.fry, suphronia a. fry, charles c fry, thomas w. fry, delphia fry. suphronia amelia fry is my great grandmother her husband was joesph loar. there children where mary catherine loar who was my grandmother, delphi elizabeth loar and myrtle loar , samuel loar.If anybody has any information on this side of the family please e-mail me amyissweet30@aol.com. thanks

Reed / Read / Family in West Virginia

majaza28 — 16 Jan 2006 1:48:33 GMT

I am researching the Reed family in West Virginia.

Artemus, Artennis, Artemas Reed or Tema Reed< Nickname. Different spellings of his name

Sylvester Sylvanus Reed or Sylvanus Reed / .Sylvannis Reed

John A.F. Reed..born abt 1832

John Reed ..born abt 1800

Board family

Barb Whiteman — 5 Apr 2006 11:10:23 GMT

Looking for the names of Reuben Board's children.

Edward Fleming

futeykm1 — 29 Mar 2006 7:08:12 GMT

Looking for info on Edward and Indiana (Carroll)Fleming who lived in the area until about 1845. Edward bought 100 acres on the Pleasant Creek waters in 1842 from James Robinson. He sells the land in 1845 to Enos Swink. Email me at futeykm@aol.com

Adams/ Cottrill/ Costilow/Roach

Sue Cottrill DeJournett — 29 Jul 2002 4:42:36 GMT

Looking for descendants of David & Nancy Adams who lived in Barbour County as documented in Census Reports of 1850, & 1860. It is possible that they were in Barbour Co., since 1800 or before. Their children names were Ury/ Eura(?), Mary, Sarah, Delila, Edward S.- maybe also Jane, Isaac, Jerusha, Hiram A. Any of this sound familiar? Please write.

Wilsons & John Low

jinnyc_1 — 16 Feb 2006 8:42:38 GMT

My Wm. Low lived on Teters creek by 1791. John Low of Teters Creek is closely associated with the Wilsons there for many years (at least 1790s through 1850.
Looking for any info. and relatives of these people. Yes it was my gg grandfather William Low that married Elizabeth Westfall.

Lacy McDaniel

loyclan79 — 22 Jan 2006 8:35:25 GMT

Looking for information on Lacy A. McDaniel that married Harvey Haddix who died in the Civil War. She then married Elam Haddix and then John Schooley. Her children were Martha Ellen that married John Nelson Bolyard; Anza Virginia (my ggrandmother) that married Thomas Henry Shay; Rose that married Mr. Long. Any information would be greatly appreciated.

Mayor of Junior, William Martin Amburgey

John D Amburgey — 17 Jan 2006 7:35:13 GMT

My grandfather, William Martin Amburgey, was mayor of Junior in the late 1950's and early 1960's. In fact, he may have been the first mayor. I am trying to find out the exact dates he was mayor and also the date Junior was incorporated. Any information is greatly appreciated.

Oldaker Cemetery

lindaware28 — 24 Dec 2005 3:37:42 GMT

Can anyone give me directions on how to get to the Oldaker Cemetery near Audra.?

Right/Wright Families

ropetracer001 — 3 Oct 2003 11:46:19 GMT

Recently obtained Civil War pension records for John Right, born October 1846 (although some indications could be 1842). He indicates he is the son of Noah and Martha Right. His siblings were Deborah, Emily, Arnold, William J., and Tabitha. They lived in the Belington, Barbour Co., WV area. He states he was born in that part of Virginia. Would be interested in others researching this family or have knowledge of data on Noah and Martha Right. Thanks!

Lucy Ann Russell

pride72 — 16 Dec 2005 12:20:17 GMT

I am looking for any information that can be provided on Lucy Ann Russell "Lillie" Russell Morrison. Married to James Henry Morrison.
Lucy Ann born 02 July 1837 or 27 Oct 1837 Barbour County. Died 11 Apr 1911 Kanawha Head Upshur County WV. Buried at Haymond Cemetery Eden WV. Children Aknira Cora M. Morrison name Change to Mary Ellen Morrison my great grandmother Married Malachi Aegan, Minnie Florence, Willis Wade, Opha Blair, James W, Ann Lee, sarah Emma, and Johnathon B. morrison.

Martha E.Nolf - b.9 Jan 1944,d.11 Jun 2003 Barbour Co.,W.Va

slsmn1327 — 2 Dec 2005 8:20:19 GMT

Trying to connect the following to the family tree.Found on the Social Security Death Index but no where else.

Martha E.Nolf - b.9 Jan 1944 (possibly in Ohio),d.11 Jun 2003 - Last residence,Philippi,Barbour Co.,W.Va. - SS# issued in Ohio

If anyone has any information as to the name of her husband and his parents,please let me know.Any help greatly appreciated.

Best Regards,
Bill Nulph
Houston,Texas

Earl Phillips

Carolyn Lowe Shifflett — 12 Apr 2005 2:55:37 GMT

My husband's Great Granfather was Earl Phillips. He was born on 30 MAR 1892 in Barbour County to Jasper and Martha Canfield Phillips. He was married to Olive Jane England. Can anyone tell me more about either of his parents or his wife?

hiram smith

charles — 25 Aug 2005 4:27:25 GMT

I hope someone can help me with this
Im looking for the parents and death date for Hiram smith.I hope someone can help me with this.Any help you can give would be greatley appresated.
Thanks in advance

Website

DonnaHarris29 — 18 Oct 2005 2:09:26 GMT

Is there a Barbour County My Family website?, if so how does one get an invitation? Any information appreciated.

Donna

Campbell, Armstead, Cunningham

Donna Harris — 21 Oct 2005 5:01:04 GMT

Looking for information about John A. Campbell who married Mary F. Armstead and had the following children:

Anna Bell Campbell b. 1874
Cora L. Campbell 1872
Lessie Campbell 1883
Delber Blair Campbell 1867 d. 1951

Anna Bell Campbell is my gr. grandmother and she married
Worthington W. Cunningham. Any information is greatly appreciated. Thanks

Donna

Alderson-Broaddus 1950 and 1951 Yearbooks, Phillippi, WV

Cynthia Daniel — 12 Oct 2005 12:11:04 GMT

I'd dearly love to find someone who has a copy of the 1950 and/or 1951 yearbook. My father taught there during those years and there are some photos of him and I'd like to get high-res scans of those. I know it's a long shot, but I can hope. His name was William J. Secunda.

strother cornwell

BarbaraRShay — 9 Oct 2005 12:09:26 GMT

Looking for information about Strother Cornwell, b 1824 in White Post, VA and d 1895 in Barbour Co. Wife was Arthalinda Hotsinpillar. Does anyone know where Strother's father John Cornwell died?

Request for help locating an Obit

Jerry Gross — 1 Jun 2005 4:27:27 GMT

Looking for an obit on NOEL GROSS b 12 Sep 1939 d 19 Feb 2002 from (Belington, Barbour, WV)

meadowville

charles smith — 24 Aug 2005 8:56:14 GMT

Can someone help me with the location of meadowville.Im trying to locate my great great grandfather.Any help would be greatley appresated.Thank you
Charles smith

Mary Etta Ware Hymes

lindaware28 — 22 Nov 2006 12:58:01 GMT

Seeking information on Mary Etta Ware who married Francis Monroe Hymes from Junior, WV. Also seeking information on her sister Ivy Pearl who married Lloyd Hymes. Any information would be appreciated.

Sturm

rdinterman — 27 Aug 2005 12:05:51 GMT

I am looking for any information on David and Susan Sturm or Sturms. My grandfather (Chester Phillips) was apparently raised by them for some or part of his life. He is shown as living with them in 1900.
Thanks

Barbour County Prior To 1850

pegjo — 19 Aug 2005 2:53:36 GMT

Does anyone know the name of Barbour county prior to 1840?

John & Naomi Layman/Leyman

charlcathell — 3 Aug 2005 2:06:04 GMT

They lived in Barbour Co in mid-1850's and supposedly Naomi died while in Barbour County. I am looking for death date and possible burial site and if anyone would have known where their family farm was located. They had a son, James Layman, who also lived in Barbour Co. He and is wife, Mariah, are buried at Criss Cemetery. TIA for any info. Char

Jefferson & Eleanor Reed early 1800's

charlcathell — 3 Aug 2005 2:03:38 GMT

Looking for any info on this family. Especially any info on a son they had by name of Absolum. He was born approx 1842 but was not listed on 1850 census. Possible death date and burial site. Also, any info on Jefferson's parents--Peter and Sarah "Sallie" (Miller) Reed--possible death dates and burial sites. Any info is greatly appreciated.

location of cemetery

charlcathell — 12 Jun 2005 8:55:25 GMT

Looking for the location of a cemetery where Jefferson and Madison Reed are buried. Believe the cemetery is called Mount Olive (not the same as Old Mount Olive). It is listed in the They Rest Quietly book that I just received but no directions to or location of the cemetery are given. Can anyone help?

Farley/Phillips found box of.........

Shelley — 23 Jul 2005 6:36:28 GMT

I am looking for the family of Albert Lee Farley. I have come across a box full of birth, death, marriage certificates, photos and much more. I saved this box from going into the trash after the house he lived in was foreclosed. I have no idea what happend to him or where to find him or if he is still alive. The box was not opened and was stored in a shed in the yard. I would like to return it to his family if at all possible. Please contact me at trubble2_2000@yahoo.com. You will need to be able to tell me who is parents were and his birth date. This way, I know that it is going to the right family.

Henry Vest

mtmdsb13 — 29 Jul 2005 1:05:19 GMT

I am searching for information on my gg grandfather, Henry Vest.

According to my information he was married (or had a relationship with) Mollie Strawder.

He was born 5 Nov 1854 in Pendleton County, West Virginia and died Bef 5 Jan 1920 (according to 1920 census for Mollie).

My GGrandmother was Virginia Catherine Vest who married Henry Emmanuel Bennett. They lived in Circleville.

Unfortunately I don't have much more information than I listed. I did speak to my grandmother (Mary) last night about her grandfather (Henry). Here is what she told me, based on what she was told by her mother (Virginia).
- Lived at Junior and possibly buried there.
- Killed on Railroad possibly at Glady or Bemis circa 1915

Any help would be appreciated.

Teresa Craig

Railroad Accident

mtmdsb13 — 29 Jul 2005 1:05:19 GMT

I am searching for information about a railroad accident circa 1915 in Glady or Bemis.

Supposedly my GGgrandfather was killed in this accident. His name was Henry Vest.

Any help would be greatly appreciated.

Teresa Craig

Foy

Joan_Ausnow — 18 Jun 2005 12:37:11 GMT

Looking for a Linnie, could be Lenora who married a ? Foy.
Joan,

Ancestry of Mary (Talbott) Fling

MBRICKNER — 9 May 2005 2:56:55 GMT

I am trying to confirm the ancestors of my wife’s gr-gr-grandmother Mary J. Talbott. Mary was born 12 Jun 1842, Philippi, Barbour County Virginia. She married Henry Henson Squires Fling on 6 November 1864, Barbour County, West Virginia.

I have found, in both Volume II of “West Virginia History” and “The History of Barbour County, West Virginia” that Robert and Mary (Woodford) Talbott had a daughter named Mary Talbott. According to the 1850 census Barbour County for Robert and Mary Talbott their daughter Mary (age 8) appears to be the right age for Mary Talbott, wife of Henry Fling.

Where I am confused is that sometime ago another Fling researcher, now deceased, wrote that while Mary Talbott’s gr-grandfather William Woodford I was a Revolutionary War soldier he was a private. If Mary J. (Talbott) Fling was the daughter of Robert and Mary (Woodford) Talbott and Volume II of “West Virginia History” and “The History of Barbour County, West Virginia” are correct then it would appear that Mary Talbott’s gr-grandfather, William Woodford I, was a General and not a private?

I would appreciate any assistance in helping me better understand the ancestry of our Mary (Talbott) Woodford.

SHAFFERS IN BARBOUR COUNTY WV IN THE EARLY 1900'S

NDSwigerHaas — 14 Apr 2005 3:47:56 GMT

SEARCHING FOR THE FATHER OF GEORGE WILLIAM SHAFFER BORN ABT. 1904 MARRIED TO BONNIE LYNN ELZA BORN ABT. 1910.

ANY INFORMATION IS MUCH APPRECIATED:

DEE HAAS
direct email addy: deehaas1@msn.com

Cemetery

Howard Mooe — 7 Apr 2005 1:00:09 GMT

Does anyone out there know the location of the Ellison Cemetery? If so, would you please give me the directions.
Thanks, Ike

Foy/Yeager

Joan_Ausnow — 3 Apr 2005 1:05:57 GMT

Joseph Foy married Lucy Ann Yeager in Barbour Cty 1/19/1891.
Did Lucy perhaps marry again to a Ryan? Did Lucy have a nickname "Lennie"?
Joan,

Delilia Coberly

lindaware28 — 12 Jul 2005 8:32:20 GMT

I am seeking information on Delilia Miller, first husband Gideon Day, second husband Levi Coberly. Particularly interested in daughter of Delila and Gideon, Sarah Mariah. Would appreciate any info.

John England Jr. and Sarah Bolin

lindaware28 — 12 Jul 2005 8:32:20 GMT

I am seeking information on the family of John England Jr. and Sarah Bolin of Barbour County. They had the following children, Emily, Arah,Susanna, Eliza, Jasper, Jane, Mary Ann and James. I am particular interested in information on Arah.

Little Bethel Primative Baptist Church Cemetery

Olin55 — 23 May 2005 12:06:56 GMT

Seeking information on listings of persons buried at Little Bethel Cemetery. My interest is primarily in family of David Patrick Murphy, 1806-1885. Elder Murphy was my GGGFather.

Henry England, Cheuvront & Stalnaker families

K England — 6 Jul 2004 9:43:17 GMT

Henry England abt 1748 -15 Sep 1839 had three children listed in his will survey. Susanna Salanker married Charles Stalnaker, Elizabeth who married James Lightfoot Cheuvrount and John England. I am looking for all information in relation to Henry's children. All children appear to have been born in Randolph County. Elizabeth may have moved to Jackson County, Susanna moved to Lewis County & John's last location was in 1837 in Harrison County. This is about as much info as I have.
Henry may have been married to an Elizabeth (parents of John & Susanna) and may have been been married to a Mary Paxson widow of Jacob Paxson. Harrison County, Book 1, page 55 list a Henry England married to widow Mary Paxson.
I have not been able to discover the were abouts or families of Henry's children. Any help would be greatly appreciated as this has been my brickwall for several years.
Thanks
K. England

Surname Righman, town Nestorville

wd8kdg — 4 Jan 2005 12:23:19 GMT

Thought I'd post this info on the Righman message board, it doesn't exist. So.........here goes. On a certain web site, it auctions things, if I would mention the name of the web site this message might be deleted, 8 photographs of Righman's Gristmill are listed ITEM #6111388855.

I don't have a nickel in the item, just an interest in Gristmills located in Hancock Co. Tomlinson Run State Park. Here's hoping someone from the Righman family of Nestorville gets an opportunity to gather a little history. If not, someone documenting Barbour Co. step up to the plate.

Craig,

Henry England (Inglan), Stalnaker & Sheveroun (Cheuvront)

hassyformat — 6 Apr 2002 1:27:56 GMT

Hello Everyone,
I am looking for information on Henry England (Inglan). He was supposed to have been from PENN., bought land in the town of Beverly 1795-1798 & sold land in Beverly 1800. Henry then bought land in the area of Beaver Creek, now Barbour, WV. There is a survey of Henry's (deceased) land in 1831 for the heirs of Susanna Stalnaker, Elizabeth Sheveroun (Cheuvront) and John England.
I am looking for leads on the heirs of Henry. I can't find any information on these heirs.
Any help would be greatly appreciated.
Thanks for your help in advance.
Kirby

LLOYD BEDSOLE born n Barbour Co., AL

Judy A. Gautier — 18 Dec 2004 6:10:14 GMT

MATTIE BUSH (wife of HENRY E. BEDSOLE)
dau of ZACHARIAH A. BUSH and MARTHA DUNLAP
is my grandmother.
We are searching for The Bedsole, Bush or Dunlap families that would have been living in Barbour Co where Mattie would have gone to have her son Loyd Bush in 1912-1913. Mattie and Henry lived in Henry Co but Loyd's birthplace is recorded as Barbour Co. Thanks. Judy

Hamilton D. Barnhouse

@@jshriver@ee.net — 17 Feb 2005 3:31:26 GMT

Can anyone please help? I am looking for the burial location for my great grandfather, Rev. Hamilton Douglas BARNHOUSE. He lived in Junior WV when my family visited in 1954 and then he died in October 1957. He was married to Harriet E. (LEMASTERS) BARNHOUSE so he might be burried with her. He spent his life as a minister with the Evangelical United Brethern Church. Since he lived most of his life in Barbour County, I am assuming that is where he died and is burried.

PHILLIPS, GEORGE.......need Info and Obit PLEASE

Sally Hathaway — 2 Sep 2003 7:58:01 GMT

Looking for info and the obit of:

George Phillips d 4-1968 Junior, Barbour Co WV

Thanks
Sally
sjhathaway@aol.com

divers,frye

widow — 13 Oct 2004 7:47:46 GMT

items found in bible--------
delayed birth certificate----------full name Flavious L. Divers ,date of birth- June 14, 1888,place-Long Run,Doddridge Co. WV
father-Leonidas Divers, birthplace-BARBOUR Co, WV
mother Emma L. Frye, Birthplace-Doddridge Co, WV

reciept for $3 to Jubilee fund sept. 16 1942 Mrs. Vernia? Divers
card addressed to Mr. & Mrs. Fred Divers 2310 Plum St. Parkersburg,WV 26101
piece of paper -Mrs. Lee Divers- Eagleport, Ohio

Items found in 1892 copyright bible and modern bible with Fred Divers name on it.

1920 Census

mikemcdon1 — 11 Jan 2006 5:01:35 GMT

I am looking for a copy of the 1920 Barbour County census or if someone knows if a Vandiver (Vandever) Kelly Darrah (Derrow, Derrah) is listed in it. I have heard rumor that some time after 1917 he "disappeared" from his home and no body has been able to locate information on him as of yet.

Thank you for any help!

Barbour Co.???Please Help

ambi1 — 8 Dec 2005 8:39:55 GMT

Has anyone heard of Birdsfork in Barbour Co.?If so where would I write to get a birth cert. for 1924.
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Margaret
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