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Re: Lookup, History Iowa County 1881

WISCOMOM — 6 Oct 2008 3:00:40 GMT

I'm hoping someone can help me. My great-granfathers name is Patrick McDonnell. I know that he is listed in the " History of Iowa County 1881." I had a copy of the listing at one time but seem to have misplaced it. His name is Patrick McDonnell, his wifes name is Mary Sheeren, they were married in 1840. He is a farmer and they had 11 children. They both were born in Ireland. I would appreciate a copy of this listing if at all possible. I am trying to fill in a few blanks. Thank you so much for your time and effort.

Wall/McFarland Cemetery in Highland

TimHall93 — 16 Feb 2008 4:04:41 GMT

I'm looking for the exact location of the Wall-McFarland Cemetery in Highland. Two of my ancestors David & James McFarland lived in Highland (they aren't buried in Iowa County but I wonder of some of their siblings or children might be). I have several ancestors who were apparently buried somewhere between Highland and Dodgeville including my g-g-g-g-grandparents George Edmund Franklin and Jane "Jenny" Herd Franklin (lived in Wyoming Valley), and other aunts and uncles named Booth and Dziewanowski (lived in Booth Hollow).

Thanks,
Tim Hall

DAVIDSON AND MAHALA SMITH

Togwatee — 19 Sep 2008 12:07:17 GMT

I see postings by a Mike, Sue and Carolyn on the Mifflin Cemetery Site (have list). These were my husband's gg grandparents. Mahala is her first name, Merrell is her middle name and WEST her maiden name. Married in Sangamon Co., IL on 15 Mar 1836. Have children and some spouses.

"Little Cemetery on the Hill" 15 miles north of Dodgeville, Iowa County, Wisconsin

TimHall93 — 12 Apr 2008 6:29:26 GMT

Can anyone tell me the likely location of a "little cemetery on the hill, 15 miles north of Dodgeville." It is mentioned in an ancestor's memoirs as the burial site of several of my Franklin ancestors. I suppose it could be Sauk County or even Richland County. Can anyone think of an old cemetery in that area where protestants who died in the mid-1800s might be buried?

Thanks,
Tim Hall
Tim Hall 1 at gmail dot com

Evan Lewis, Ridgeway.

hothomas1 — 13 Sep 2008 5:45:16 GMT

Born 1860, son of Wm and Eliz Lewis. Otherwise known as The Strangler - he was a well known wrestler in his time. I have only recently come across the story of Evan Lewis and would like to know where in Wales his father came from,so I can write an article for the Family Hist Society of that area in Wales.
Thanks - diolch yn fawr.

Virginia Ann RIGGS BUNKER

katiemc — 30 Sep 2004 10:04:13 GMT

Virginia Ann RIGGS (1839 Meigs cty, OH - 1902 MI) married Jesse BUNKER (1859 IA). Their children were: Ada, Forest, Torrence (my ancester), Orah and Marium. Virginia was the daughter of William Roby RIGGS (who supposedly died in 1849 in the "gold rush") and Lavinia BURRISS or BURNS (circa 1808 OH - 1887 MI). In Virginia's obituary it was stated she lived in Missouri; Iowa county, Wisconsin; Galena, Illinois; Ohio and then moved to Iowa. Do you have any further information on this family line? Please e-mail me. Kathy

John Gard

Dee Yeager — 12 Dec 2002 8:47:38 GMT

Seeking death date and place of death of John Gard who resided in Eden Twp. and can be found there in the 1900 thru' 1930 census. In the 1930 census, John Gard is a widower, living by himself. His age is all over the place in the various census reports so I have no idea when he was born. All census reports state he was born in Wisconsin, parents born in England. Can not find John Gard in any census report prior to 1900. First record I have on him is his marriage record in Grant County, WI to Fanny Jose. Wife, Fanny (Jose) Gard is buried Cobb Cemetery.

Greysville, or Graysville?

pennykresl1 — 16 Apr 2008 12:23:53 GMT

Might anyone know if there was a small village at one time around 1855-1860 in Mineral Point called Graysville or Greysville? I looked for a location in Iowa Co., WI and all that came up was a Rd in Mineral Point called Greysville Rd.? Perhaps a defunct ghost town? Anyone with a lot of Iowa County Historical knowledge know where that is located?

I was just sent an obit today by the Mineral Point Room. The obit says that a woman called Mrs Jeffery who died at Graysville. Or it is printed in the paper as...
On Thursday last, at Graysville, Mrs --- Jeffery, wife of Edward Jeffery. This was printed in 06/27/1857 in the Mineral Point Tribune. Where might she be buried?

Old Mineral Point Cemetery, Mineral Point

pennykresl1 — 2 Apr 2008 11:17:24 GMT

Does anyone know if there is a complete list of the Old Mineral Point Cemetery burials or a complete list of Graceland Cemetery published anywhere? Can someone do a look up for a Edward or Johannah Jeffery? I know Edward and his children show up in the 1860 census. I have that they became naturalized citizens in 1853/54. Robert one son says 1853, and William my gg grandfather both give 2 different years in the 1880 census. Edward shows up in the 1855 enumerated census. Does some one have access to that? I would like to know if their mother Johanna was also living with them when they came to the US. I can not find a record of immigration. I would think they all came over together since they all show up in 1860. I found the family in 1851 in Cornwall England census living in Pengiggon in Camborne Dist, of Cornwall, also in Tuckingmill. Edward was a Copper and Tin Miner.
Descendants of Edward Jeffery

1 Edward Jeffery b: 1804 in Illogan, Cornwall, ENG d: Unknown in Mineral Point, Iowa Co., WI?
.. +Johannah Carter b: October 25, 1807 in Camborne, Co., Cornwall, England m: December 03, 1832 in Illogan, Co., Cornwall, England d: Bef. 1860 in Mifflin or Mineral Point, Iowa Co., WI?
. 2 Edward Jeffery Jr. b: January 18, 1834 in Camborne, County Cornwall, England
..... +Anna Dunn/Mitchell? m: May 25, 1870
. 2 Eliza Jane Jeffery b: August 22, 1835 in Cornwall, England
..... +James Harris b: 1845 in Cornwall, England m: October 18, 1868 in Mineral Point, Iowa Co., WI
. 2 Sarah Ann Jeffery b: 1836
..... +John Harvey b: in England m: November 21, 1859 in Mineral Point, Iowa, WI
. 2 Robert Jeffery b: February 04, 1837
. 2 William Henry Jeffery b: May 1841 in Cornwall, England d: December 07, 1906 in Mineral Point, Iowa Co., WI
..... +Catherine Trevarrow b: January 1848 in Mineral Point, Iowa Co., WI m: October 15, 1868 in Mineral Point, Iowa Co., WI d: 1930 in Mineral Point, Iowa Co., WI
. 2 Hannah Jeffery b: 1846 d: February 01, 1881 in Willow Springs, Lafayette Co., WI
..... +James Bennett b: 1832 in Cornwall, England m: June 02, 1864 in Iowa Co
. 2 John Jeffery b: March 14, 1852 in Tuckingmill, Stray Park, Co.Cornwall England
..... +Ann Jenkins?
. 2 Caroline or Catherine Jeffery
*2nd Wife of Edward Jeffery:
.. +Mary Ann Brown? b: Abt. 1823 m: Aft. 1870
. 2 Laura Jeffery
Thanks for any help.

Arneson family of Clyde

gulrich2 — 19 Aug 2007 11:29:31 GMT

Serching for infomration on the family of Willie and Annie Arneson of Clyde.

Children were:
-Gordon Arneson
-Lester Arneson
-Floyd Arneson
-Bennie or Bernice Arneson
-Irene Arneson
-Kenneth Arneson

All known information taken from the 1910, 1920 and 1930 census.

Thanks,
Garth

Solomon, Harris and Moses Lewis from Mariampole, Lithuania, emigrated in late 1860s to Highland and Linden Wisconsin

tedlewis46 — 4 May 2008 8:25:17 GMT

Seeking info about Harris, Solomon and Moses Lewis who emigrated to Highland (Harris and Moses) and Linden (Solomon) Wisconsin in late 1860s or early 1870s, and opened "Lewis Bros." store in each town. They emigrated from Mariampole Lithuania which was in conquered territory known as Russia or Russia Poland, or Poland. Solomon, and maybe his two brothers, passed through England on the way to US. Moses was later called John by the townspeople, and may have owned a lead and zinc mine in Mineral Point during WWI. Birthdates of Harris, Solomon and Moses were approx. 1846, 1851 and 1856 respectively. Solomon is my Grandfather. I would especially like to know what the family's surname was in Lithuania. I think it was not Lewis.

Mullens in Mineral Point

EPetschel4397 — 11 Feb 2004 3:05:13 GMT

I am looking for my great-grandfather's siblings. They were all born in Linden Township, Iowa County. Their post office was Mineral Point. The parents were Francis Mullen and Elizabeth Cagoan. The children were John, James, Margaret, Mary and Francis. The period of time the children were born and living in Iowa County was approximately 1860-1880. The parents marriage ended in divorce and the siblings scattered. My great grandfather ended up in Minnesota. His youngest brother Francis may have been in Rockford, Ill. Does anyone know anything about them?

Dietzman Cemetery, Rewey

jcday4482 — 12 May 2006 2:48:31 GMT

I'm researching the Dietzman Cemetery on Lower Mifflin Road, Mifflin Township, Iowa County. If anyone has any information as to who might be buried there or any information sources (online or otherwise) we could investigate, we would appreciate it. We've found a plat of the cemetery, but there are a lot of missing/older stones.

Looking for Peterson descendants in Iowa County

lkbeale_1 — 7 May 2008 4:58:22 GMT

Hi,
I'm looking for descendants of Andrew and Helen Peterson last seen in the 1910 census living with daughter, Julia Peterson Lee and family. Children of Andrew and Helen were Carrie Peterson Hanson (my great grandmother) Julia Peterson Lee, Annie, Maggie, Peter (deceased when Iowa History bio written) Nelson, John, Henry, Julia, Peter, Johna, and Andrew.Interested in family info, where they come from in Norway. Maybe still Petersons in area of Dodgeville. lkbeale@vcweb.org

Iowa county Rural schools

kfisher3187 — 21 Aug 2007 4:13:51 GMT

I would like to find which schools my mother, Ada Kinsman Helms, taught and what years.

James R Mundon married Iowa County 1849

yolewis — 22 Apr 2008 4:01:08 GMT

I have James Robinson Mundon (b abt 1823) who married Isabelle Jane Walker in May 1849 in Iowa County. Parents' names are not shown, though Isabelle was the daughter of John T. Walker and Cynthia Enloe. Does anyone know James' parents names?

Isabelle and James had one son, Frederick May Mundon, born late 1850 or early 1851 in Bond County, Illinois, after the 1850 census was taken. James gave his birthplace as Illinois, though his son later gave Wisconsin as his fathers' birthplace in the census.

James died in 1852 in Bond County, Illinois. James purchased 80 acres of land with Francis Criswell Kirkpatrick and several other men in Iowa County in 1849. James' gave his birthplace in 1850 census as Illinois, though his son always indicated Wisconsin in as his father's birth place in the census.

1840 Miner's District Census for Galena, IL posted on http://jodaviess.ilgenweb.net/census/census.htm
page Iow-059 shows Munden, Frederick, males 0 (< 5) 1 (5-9) 1 (10-14) 1 (15-19) 0 (20-29) 1 (30-39).
Frederick is most likely the 30-39 yr old male.
Public trees show Frederick and Susanna Kirkpatrick had 3 sons: Zacharia (1826), William Fletcher
(1834) and Hosea (Dec 1840, who would not be in this census).

Has anyone been able to establish identity of the 15-19 year old male in his household?

WEBER & HOLTZ from Canach, Luxembourg

Jean_Ensch — 18 May 2005 8:45:46 GMT

Researching emigration to the United States from Canach in Luxembourg

Who has genealogical, biographical or documentary information on the following person(s)?

WEBER Michael and his wife HOLTZ Catherine, both natives of Canach, Luxembourg. In 1870 they lived in Mineral Point, Iowa Co. WI

Thank you

Iowa County Divorce Records?

carrotarms — 18 Apr 2008 9:15:14 GMT

I am interested in finding the divorce record for my gggrandparents Charles (Carl) Kuffel and Antonia Petera in Iowa County probably around the mid 1880's. Does anyone on the list know where to find divorce records? Thanks, Carrie Taylor

Austin, Quick, Rogers in Mineral Point 1860-1900

tooktheredpill — 28 Mar 2007 7:34:30 GMT

Looking for relatives of Thomas and Mary (Hennessey) Austin, Robert and Mary (Austin) Quick, and Thomas and Eliza (Austin) Rogers. Mary Hennessey Austin and Robert Quick are buried in Graceland Cemetery. Don't where my ggg grandfather Thomas Austin is buried.

Thanks

Gary Austin

Death notice for Dr. William B. BISHOP 1868

jbear1198 — 16 Apr 2008 7:20:43 GMT

From the Dodgeville Chronicle, Dodgeville, Iowa Co., Wi.
Fri 18 Sep 1868
-DIED-
We are pained to have to notice the sudden death of Dr. WM. B. BISHOP, an old and highly respected citizen of this village. On Saturday last he was well and hearty, and able to attend to his business as usual. In the evening he went home to tea at his usual hour, and without any previous warning, died at ten minutes after six o'clock, from a stroke of appoplexy. He was in his sixty-first year.

Joseph Benoy

ddrhodes23 — 12 Apr 2008 1:45:51 GMT

Looking for info regarding Joseph Benoy who married Alice Holmes in Mineral Point, Iowa Co, WI on 6 Oct 1849. I believe both were born in Cornwall. Alice was the daughter of Thomas Henry Holmes and Sarah Cotton. They both died near Mineral Point around 1860. What became of Alice and Joseph??

Thanks for your help
Doug Rhodes

Marriage of Kate RUPPERT & George McCLOSKEY

jbear1198 — 4 Mar 2008 10:25:03 GMT

From the Dodgeville Chronicle, Dodgeville, Iowa Co., Wi.
George McCloskey married Miss Kate Ruppert at St. Malachy's Catholic Church on 26 Feb 1884.

Benoy family 1853 - 1860

jensenfamily142 — 3 Apr 2004 3:13:36 GMT

I've recently discovered my Great-grandfather and Great-grandmother, John & Mary Jane Benoy settled in Highland in 1853. They came there from Cornwall England. They left the area in 1860 and went to Boscobel, Wisc. Does anyone know if any Benoy's are in Highland area? Would love to hear from you.

Death notice for Willie Flynn 1887

jbear1198 — 30 Mar 2008 11:34:58 GMT

The Dodgeville Chronicle, Dodgeville, Iowa Co., Wi.
Fri 07 Jan 1887
-Highland-
Little Willie, son of Mr. and mrs. Richard Flynn, aged ten years, departed to his heavenly home on New Year's morning about 9 o'clock, with that dreaded disease, diptheria, which caused considerable sorrow, as he was dearly loved by every person in the village for his manly actions and kindness of heart. This is a heavy blow on his bereaved parents and sisters, as he was the only son in the family, and they loved him as devotedly as they did themselves. It will be sad news to send to hsi father, who is at Robinson, Colorado, and who has not seen him since he was an infant. Little Willie was buried on the morning of the 2d, in the Catholic Cemetery. The bereaved family has the heartfelt sympathy of the entire community over the sad affliction.

Willie's parents are Richard and Margaret (Fitzpatrick)Flynn.

Patrick Hennessey Obit

jbear1198 — 30 Mar 2008 9:03:33 GMT

PATRICK L. HENNESSEY, 55, Rt. 3, Dodgeville, died on Monday, August 7, 1989 at his home following a long and courageous battle with cancer. Mr. Hennessey was born in Dodgeville on May 16, 1934 to Leo and Leone (Bomkamp) Hennessey. He was married to the former Lorraine Schweitzer of mineral Point on March 3, 1962. Pat was in partnership with his father, Leo O. Hennessey & Sons Livestock and Trucking from 1951 to 1971. He continued as owner and operator until 1985 when he sold to F.D.L. Foods. He was a member of St. Joseph's Catholic Church, Dodgeville and the Knights of Columbus, Dodgeville Kiwanis Club, he was a director of the M & I Bank, Dodgeille, and was associated with the White Eagles of Highland. In 1985, he became a licensed real estate broker and fromed the Hennessey Real Estate Agency.
Survivors include his wife, Lorraine, Dodgeville; three daughters, Teresa, Holt, Michigan, Marcia, Cincinnati, Ohio and Heidi, Dodgeville; his father, Leo O. Hennessey, Dodgeville; one sister, Mrs. Ray (Marilyn) Pittz, Dodgeville; one brother, Bill (Beverly) Hennessey, Dodgeville; two nieces, Cathy Edwards and Chris Hennessey; and three nephews, Pat, Mike and Carl Pittz. He was preceded in death by his mothers, Leone G. Hennessey, on March 7, 1988.
Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Friday, August 11 in St. Joseph's Catholic Church. Fr. Henry Kalscheuer and Fr. Lawrence Trainor will co-officiate. Burial will be in St. Joseph's Cemetery. A visitation will be held at the Lullff-Peterson Funeral Home, Dodgeveille, on Thursday from 2-5 and 7-9 p.m. where a scripture service will be held at 8 p.m.

Richard and Mary Jacka family of Mifflin, Iowa Co., WI

pwalkermn1 — 28 Mar 2008 10:22:54 GMT

Looking for information ont his couple and their children.
Mary m. Wiliam Williams
Richard married Mary Zenebic and may have stayed in Cornwall
Elizabeth m. John Jenkins
Grace (my ancestor) married John Wilkinson

Would love to learn morea bout these families, and esp. find photos.

Pics Hackett Grave Stones

BonnieHarbeson — 16 Mar 2008 9:37:19 GMT

I amm looking for someone to take pictures of the Hacketts in Linden Cemetery in Mineral Point. Their is Alfred Hackett and Mary Ostrander HAckett. Please email me bonbonmomof3@yahoo.com

thanks Bonnie

Marriage record of James Bennett and Hannah Jeffey

jbear1198 — 24 Feb 2005 8:26:54 GMT

James is the son of James and Mary Bennett
Born in Cornwall, England
Resident of Willow Springs.
Hannah is the daughter of Edward and Johanna Jeffey.
Married 02 Jun 1864 in Mineral Point, Iowa Co., WI. in a religious ceremony.

Cody- Dunn - McCormick ancestry. 1872 Highland Marriage

Mike Larro — 8 Sep 2006 5:39:51 GMT

Julia Elizabeth Cody (b.Feb 1853 Red Oak, WI) married Robert McCormick in Highland, WI Apr 8, 1872 at St. Phillips. Julia's listed parents are listed as William Cody and Margaret Dunn. Does anyone know how William Cody fits into the other Codys in Iowa and Grant Co. in 1840-1880s? Anybody know of other Dunns in the area at that time?

Mike Larro

Eastside Cemetery -Dodgeville, WI

Fayth Harrison — 6 Jan 2004 1:31:57 GMT

I have transcribed almost all of Section 1(oldest part) of the Eastside Cemetery in Dodgeville. I only have data on the stones that still remain, there are many burials where the stones are gone. If I can be of any help regarding a name or a photo of a stone, just let me know & I will be glad to get it for you. I have a plot map for the cemetery that I got at the village hall & they do have some burial record there, but most have been destroyed in a fire.

Hattie Billington married to Albert Knight

ckbswg — 19 Feb 2008 8:12:00 GMT

I would like contact with any descendent of Hattie Billington who married Albert Knight in 1883. Believe she died and he then married her sister Lizzie Billington (22 February 1900--in Iowa County) who raised the children.

Death of Henry SAMPSON

jbear1198 — 28 Feb 2008 11:19:14 GMT

From the Dodgeville Chronicle, Dodgeville, Iowa Co.,Wi.
Henry Smapson, aged 22, died in the town of Linden on 01 Jan 1868. He was the son of Michael. He served 3 years in the 30th Wis. Regiment. He was living in Colorado, and died while here on a visit.

Marriage of Thomas N. WILLIAMS and Mary TAPPING

jbear1198 — 28 Feb 2008 11:17:03 GMT

From the Dodgeville Chronicle, Dodgeville, Iowa Co., Wi.
Married: Thomas N. Williams of Ridgeway to Mrs. Mary Tapping of Mazomanie. 14 Nov 1862

Death of Mary PAULL

jbear1198 — 28 Feb 2008 11:15:27 GMT

While looking through old issues of the Dodgeville Chronicle, Dodgeville, Iowa Co., Wi. I came across...
Mary Paull, wife of Thomas Paull, died the 3rd of January 1868. She was aged 77 years, and was married in 1810.

Cemetery Transcriptions

MikeSaunders65 — 21 Feb 2008 8:49:47 GMT

Does anyone know if there are any cemetery transcriptions available for Arena, Iowa cemeteries? There are none listed on the Iowa County Genealogical Society web page. Any help appreciated. My apoligies to the WIIOWA mailing list for the duplicated posting. Forgot this was gatewayed to that list.

Mike Saunders

Minter-Imhoff

Joanne Friesen — 20 Nov 1999 12:00:00 GMT

My great grandfather was Garrett Henry Imhoff. He married Anna Margretha Fonfane about 1850 in Frieden Kries Amt Lingen Germany. THey emmigrated to Highland, Wisconsin shortly thereafter. They had four children: Garrett, Henry. Anna and Mary. Mary Imhoff(born 1855) is my grandmother. In 1878 she married Albert Minter. Albert was born in Messing, Hannover, Germany to Bernard and Christine Minter (Monter). He had at least two brothers-Clem and Gerhardt. Albert fought in the Franco-Prussian War(1870-1871). In the mid 1870's Albert and Gerhardt emmigrated to Highland, Wisconsin. Mary and Albert lived on a farm on Farmer's Ridge Road in rural Highland. They had five children-Margaret, Theresa(Trace), Joseph, Bernard(Ben) and Agnes Mary(Maymie)). Ihave additinal info I would be hapy to share. Please contact me.

JONES, John R and John R Jones Jr

SusanPentico51 — 24 Feb 2006 1:21:57 GMT

Looking for kin of JOhn R JONES or John R JONES JR.

They were in Onieda Co NY in 1860. Believe father JOhn to be sibling to my NOYES JONES in IOWA both from NY.

SusiCP@aol.com

Union Cemetery Dodgeville

pwalkermn1 — 2 Jan 2008 4:17:37 GMT

Does anyone have access to cemetery records for Union Cemetery ion Dodgeville? Would like to find death dates for Ludwig and Emma Meuer/Meyers who died 1860-1880.

Marriage, John EVANS and Margaret Ann DAVIES, Mifflin, 1875

m1chellestone — 21 Dec 2007 8:16:49 GMT

I received an uncertified copy of a marriage certificate from the Wisconsin Vital Records Office in Madison, Wisconsin which turned out to be for a couple I am not related to. Anyone who would like a copy of this document, please contact me at mstone"at"fisherstone.com.

Name of Husband: John EVANS, born in Wales, son of William and Mary Evans, was a farmer residing in Linden, Wisconsin

Name of Wife: Margaret Ann DAVIES, daughter of David R. and Margaret R. Davies

Were married in Mifflin on January 5, 1875 in a religious ceremony performed by John DAVIES of Mifflin.

Subscribing witnesses: William DAVIES and Benjamin THOMAS.

Asbjorn E Steensland

Stein Auestad — 9 Oct 2006 6:43:05 GMT

I've been searching for the vitals on one Asbjorn E Steensland of Iowa county. He was born in Norway in 1833, but I still lack the date of his death. In 1901 and in 1907, he's said to live in Moscow, Iowa county, where his parents had settled in 1854. Any info on mr. Steensland would be greatly appriciated.

Regards,
Stein

Bergit Halvorson Obit

joesgrl16 — 11 Dec 2007 6:36:09 GMT

Death of Bergit Halvorson
Mrs. Bergit Halvorson, an old resident of the Town of Eden, died at her home, July 14th, 1906, after a few weeks' hard suffering.

The funeral took place from the home and Otter Creek church on the 16th and was largely attended. The services were conducted by the pastor, Rev. Nestande, who officiated in both the English and Norwegian languages. Mrs, Halvorson was born in Nummedal, Norway, in the year of 1833. She came to this country 50 years ago. She was married to Halvor Halvorson in 1859. For the first 10 years they made their home on a farm in the town of Dodgeville, but they disposed of this and bought a home in the town of Eden, and at this home they both labored and toiled till death called them to the land of the "great beyond". Mr. Halvorson died October 28th, 1888, and since his death, the dear old mother has been cared for by her sons John and Thomas H. Eight children were born to this family of which 3 have already received the summons to leave their earthly abode. The living are: Albert H., of Detroit, Minn.;John H., Eden; Henry H., Glidden, Wis.;Thos. H., Eden; Charley H., Spring Valley, Minn. There are 8 grandchildren.

The children and other relatives wish through the columns of this paper to extend their kind thanks to their many friends who so kindly remembered them during the sickness and death of their beloved mother. The Cobb choir rendered some excellent music at the funeral. Thanks. N.

Death of Bergit Halvorson
Mrs. Bergit Halvorson, an old resident of the Town of Eden, died at her home, July 14th, 1906, after a few weeks' hard suffering.

The funeral took place from the home and Otter Creek church on the 16th and was largely attended. The services were conducted by the pastor, Rev. Nestande, who officiated in both the English and Norwegian languages. Mrs, Halvorson was born in Nummedal, Norway, in the year of 1833. She came to this country 50 years ago. She was married to Halvor Halvorson in 1859. For the first 10 years they made their home on a farm in the town of Dodgeville, but they disposed of this and bought a home in the town of Eden, and at this home they both labored and toiled till death called them to the land of the "great beyond". Mr. Halvorson died October 28th, 1888, and since his death, the dear old mother has been cared for by her sons John and Thomas H. Eight children were born to this family of which 3 have already received the summons to leave their earthly abode. The living are: Albert H., of Detroit, Minn.;John H., Eden; Henry H., Glidden, Wis.;Thos. H., Eden; Charley H., Spring Valley, Minn. There are 8 grandchildren.

The children and other relatives wish through the columns of this paper to extend their kind thanks to their many friends who so kindly remembered them during the sickness and death of their beloved mother. The Cobb choir rendered some excellent music at the funeral. Thanks. N.

Dodgeville Chronicle, July 27, 1906

Bernice and Billy Hyat

ogallala1 — 4 Dec 2007 5:09:43 GMT

I have a picture post card addressed to Marian Toay which shows a picture of Hellen Bernice and Billy Hyat. I know who Marian Toay is, but are the Hyat's of interest to anyone in Iowa Co.? ogallala1

Booth and Underwood

loretta_landerman — 9 Nov 2007 8:03:56 GMT

Looking for facts or information on Booth or Underwood for the years 1849-1855- my ancestor was their neighbor in Booth Hollow, Iowa county, Wisconsin. After that time he moved away. thanks, Loretta

census lookup, please, for 1860 or 1870....Halverson

gln_1 — 28 Nov 2002 12:37:48 GMT

Could someone please check the old census records for Iowa County, Wisconsin? I'm looking for information on a Halverson family--Halver and Bergit (spelling?) Halverson (maybe Halvorsen or Halvorson.) The father Halver's age is unknown but in the 1860 census the mother "Bergit" would be around 26-28 years old. Their son Albert should be on the 1860 census as a baby...he was born at or near Dodgeville on Jan. 25, 1860. There could be other children listed such as John and Tom but their ages are unknown. If this family is on the 1870 census here, the mother would of course be about 37, and Albert, 10. Thank you very much in advance.

Charles Nichols - marriage 1878

CathyLampshire22 — 19 Nov 2007 4:00:49 GMT

I have found a marriage record for a Charles Nichols on 01 Oct. 1878 in Iowa County (Vol. 02, page 0344)
There is no wife listed.
I would like to get a copy of this marriage record to find out the name of the wife.
Before I write to the county courthouse, may I ask if any one might have this record in a book, index, etc.?
Thank you.

Look up Wisconsin State Census 1847,55,65

AlanJacka — 13 Nov 2007 10:50:16 GMT

Wisconsin State census 1847,1855,1865 State census
Iowa and Lafayette Counties for
Joseph Jacka (Jacca) Born 1835 England (Cornwall)
John Jacka (Jacca) Born 1837 England (Cornwall)

Roum Family

gulrich2 — 19 Aug 2007 10:47:33 GMT

Searching for any onformation on the Roum family of Highland Twp. I have the info from the 1910, 1920 and 1930 census but nothing further. (Annlaug)

Sincerely,
Garth

Booth, Underwood, or Dziewonouski

Loretta Landerman — 15 Apr 2006 5:19:12 GMT

Looking for anyone who has done family research on the names of Booth, Underwood or Dziewonouski from Iowa County. These would be early settlers from the mid to late 1800's. thanks, Loretta

Dennis McGRATH homesteaded in the Highland township

walshfam — 31 Oct 2002 2:44:20 GMT

Dennis McGRATH homesteaded in the Highland township. He was born in Ireland in 1815,The 1880 census had Dennis as 59 year old farmer with three children ,William (23) Michael 19 and a married daughter with a five year old son. I'm trying to find out where in Ireland he came from and what year. Thanks for any help! Joe Walsh (original query posted in 1998 before GenConnect boards)

Marriage - Jeuck & Penhallegan 1866

Cathy Lampshire — 20 Jul 2005 4:27:02 GMT

Married - Jeuck - Penhallegan - In this city, on the 27th of Sept. 1866 by Rev. Francis McGann [McCann], Mr. George Jeuck to Miss Eliza Penhallegan, all of this city.
- from The Tribune, Oct. 3, 1866

Highland Williams

dianneolson77 — 13 Sep 2007 10:48:41 GMT

Thomas, Ann, John and Susan Williams from this area.
Wondering if anyone would be able to visit Highland Cemetery and send photos of any of these stones?

Thank you

Doan or Doane where buried in Mineral Point?

audquinn173 — 7 Jul 2007 12:08:52 GMT

I am trying to find which cemetery in Mineral Point these Doan's are buried in
Jasper Joshua Doan Jan 1964-DD
Donald Doan 30 Aug 1991- DD
Clifford Doan 1999-DD
Kenneth Doan 1984-DD
Lancelot Doan Biddick Parents were not married when born has mothers maiden name. Death Date unknown
If there are any other Doans in Mineral Point cemetery I am looking for them also.
Thanks in advance for any help!

Obit for "Pete"Jackman

povertyridge38 — 10 Sep 2007 11:48:38 GMT

"Pete" Jackman was my great uncle. The last information I have about him is the 1930 Census showing him in Marshalltown Iowa. He apparently showed in the 1931 telepone directory, but not in 1932. I have recently found out that he may have got divorced. He was last visiting his brother Jim Jackman, in Three Rivers Michigan in about 1933. Any information about him would be most helpful. The wife's maiden name was Florence McLane.

Miller

gulrich2 — 19 Aug 2007 11:24:54 GMT

Searching for infomration on Lewis Miller, wh was born about 1905 according to the 1910 census of Highland Twp.

His father, August Miller, and mother, Inger Randing "Rachel" Arneson, were divorced in 1911.

Thanks!

Potterton Obit - 1927

jlleffler — 28 Feb 2007 6:47:17 GMT

Seeking obituary for Clara Leffler Potterton, who died on 3-6-1927 in Dodgeville, Iowa Co., WI. She was about 16 years of age and apparently died giving birth. The child also is believed to have died. Would like to learn more about this tragedy. Any info. is greatly appreciated!

Joni Leffler
TX

Iowa County History and Booth Hollow

loretta_landerman — 6 Aug 2007 5:39:09 GMT

I am looking for anyone doing history of Booth Hollow area including Avoca. Will be willing to pay for research help. Thanks

Polkinghorne

Janice Pryke — 29 Mar 2001 12:00:00 GMT

Ann Polkinghorne emigrated to Wisconsin circa 1880-1890
probably Centreville, Iowa County after death of husband [? Thomas] who died in ? Felix mine in Michigan state. Children of this marriage were:
Ella Polkinghorne who married Henry James Phillips in 1885 Linden, Iowa.,
Alice Polkinghorne who married Grant J. McKenzie in 1894 Linden
John Polkinghorne who may have died aged 19 at turn of century.
Have details of childrens names from these two marriages.

William P. Acton

Lipstiklady — 4 Aug 2007 10:19:53 GMT

I'm looking for the grave of William, which I believe is in Henness Cemetery which is where, I'm told, his parents, John and Elizabeth are buried. Thanks!

~~Lori

Anna Ruth Morris Birth

Orindia — 29 Jul 2007 6:04:01 GMT

I am trying to find a record for the birth of Anna Ruth Morris. She was born in Wyoming Valley, Iowa County, Wisconsin on 10 December, 1881. She was the daughter of John Todd Morris and Mary Ellen Joiner. Does anyone know what churches were in the area in 1881? The state said they have no record of her birth. Thank you.

Obituary-Thomas RYAN 19 Jan 1846- 07 May 1921

jbear1198 — 15 Jul 2007 2:15:49 GMT

From the Dodgeville Chronicle, Dodgeville, Iowa Co., Wi. Thur. 19 May 1921
Thomas Ryan was born at New Diggings January 19, 1846, and died Saturday, May 7, 1921. When he was a small boy the family moved to Ridgeway and later to Mineral Point, where Thomas grew to manhood, November 25, 1884, he married Miss Catherine Collins. About 32 years ago he moved to Hollandale, where he was emploted by the Illinois Central Co. most of the time up to about 5 years ago, since when he has conducted a reataurant in Hollandale and taken care of a garden.
Five children were born to Mr. and Mrs. Ryan; James, who died in infancy; Thomas, who died in France three years ago from wounds recieved in the World War, and John, Reuben and Mrs. Raymond Toay (Marie) of Hollandale. Besides the living children he is survived by his wife, four grandchildren, four brothers, and two sisters.
Funeral services were held Monday, May 9, at St. Patrick's church, Rev. Carrigg officiating, with burial in the Waldwick Catholic cemetery.

Marriage record for Frank INHOFF and Edith L. HOLMES 03 May 1899

jbear1198 — 14 Jul 2007 5:53:42 GMT

Frank IMHOFF
Son of Barney IMHOFF
a farmer
Born in Wi.
Living in Highland, Iowa Co., Wi.

Edith L. HOLMES
Dau of Albert and Joanna (PAULSON) HOLMES
Born in Wi.
Married 03 May 1899 in Pulaski, Iowa Co., Wi.
witness' were Nellia HOLMES and John McGILL

Marriage record for Robert GOLDTHORP and Ida R. BOWES, 08 Sep 1887

jbear1198 — 14 Jul 2007 5:48:58 GMT

Robert GOLDTHORP
Son of Joseph and Margaret (KINZIE) GOLDTHORP
Born in AmericaLiving in Kendall twnshp, La Fayette Co., WI.

Ida R. BOWES
Dau of Thomas and Martha (illegible) BOWES
Born in America

Married 08 Sep 1887 in Mineral Point, Iowa Co., Wi.
Witness' were George Goldthorp and Marg. M. BOWES

Marriage record for William J. HOFFENBACHER and Clara V. PRIDEAUX 11 Oct 1887

jbear1198 — 14 Jul 2007 5:44:30 GMT

William J. Hoffenbacher
Son of John and Hannah (BRANCH) Hoffenbacher
A dry goods clerk.
Born in London, England
Living in Hancock, MI.

Clara V. PRIDEAUX
Dau of Edward and Elizabeth (BENNETT) PRIDEAUX
Born in Mineral Point, Iowa Co., Wi.

Married 11 Oct 1887 in Mineral Point, Iowa Co., Wi.
Witness' were Fred Prideaux and Delos P. Beech

Marriage record for Patrick McCabe and Catherine Conoly 12 Nov 1888

jbear1198 — 14 Jul 2007 5:00:12 GMT

Patrick McCabe
Son of John and Margaret (ONEIL) McCABE
Born in Wi.
Living in Ridgeway, Iowa Co., WI.
Catherine Conoly
Dau of William and Ellen (BURNS) Conoly
Born in Wi.
Married 12 Nov 1888 in Ridgeway, Iowa Co., Wi.
Witness' were Thos ONEIL and Mary Ellen CROSSEN.

Lavinai Wicks Martin Thomas Trewartha of Linden, Iowa area

Barbara Cady — 23 Aug 2000 12:00:00 GMT

Joseph and Jane/Jennifer Wicks had a daughter chr.
17 Oct 1824 at Phillack, Cornwall, England, Lavinia.
She 10 years on the 1841 census. Then I lost her, until
this week I was sent information on her.

Lavinia Wicks first marriage was to James Martin in England.
children:
Jane/Jennie born about 1854 md Samuel Pennhallogen.
Ann born about 1856 md William Charles Trewartha

In 1855 at Linden or Dodgeville she married second to
William Thomas born about 1823.
children:
Lavinia 8 July 1858 - 29 June 1942 Portland, Oregon, buried
LeMars, Iowa; married 7 July 1881 Linden, Wis to John
Anthony Huxtable.
John Thomas born 1860's, died by 1870
Mary born about 1861; died 1889; married 30 Dec 1882 Linden,
Iowa, Wis to William James.
Phillipi 1863-1878
Lavinia married third to Charles Trewartha

Does anyone have more information on this family?

Lavinia was a sister to Thomas Wicks(wife was Elizabeth Arthur); Elizabeth Wicks(second wife of George Kitto);
Eliza Wicks(wife of Nathan Bond; Joseph Wicks(wife Elizabeth
Pollard); James Wicks(married Sophia Wearne)*have no
wills to prove connections, just church records of chr.*

William & Elizabeth Cox, Mineral Point, WI

bluets15_1 — 6 Jul 2007 4:32:16 GMT

I am looking for information regarding William Cox (b. abt 1835 Cornwall, England d. bef. 1880 Mineral Point, WI)

William Cox was married to a woman names Elizabeth by 1860.
They had at least four children:
Julia b. abt 1856
Mary E b. abt 1869
Susan b. abt 1864
Henrietta b. 1870

I am especially interested in any record of the marriage of William Cox and Elizabeth. I am also hoping to find the names of William Cox's parents. I believe his father's name might be Charles.

Thank you so much!
Nicki Cagle

Marriage record for Michael McMahone and Mary Tackney 15 Jan 1884

jbear1198 — 4 Jul 2007 8:04:20 GMT

Michael Mahone son of Anthony and Bridget (McCABE) McMAHONE.
A farmer, born in Ireland, living in Ridgeway, Iowa Co., Wi.
Mary Tackney is the dau of Thomas and Martha (CASSIDY) TACKNEY.
She was born in PA.
Married 15 Jan 1884 in Ridgeway, Iowa Co., Wi.
Witnesses were Thomas Short and Ellen McMahone

WOOLDRIDGE OF IOWA COUNTY, WI.

TerryStewart56 — 8 Jul 2001 5:12:26 GMT

LOOKING FOR THE FAMILY OF_______ WOOLDRIDGE BORN IN ENGLAND THAT LIVED IN IOWA COUNTY IN MAY OF 1862 FOR THAT'S THE MONTH THERE SON THOMAS J. WOOLDRIDGE WAS BORN. FOR ON HIS OBIT IN MITCHELL CO., IOWA IT'S SAYS HE WAS BORN IOWA CO., WI. AND HE HAD TWO SISTERS AND TWO BROTHERS AND TWO NEPHWES. ONE SISTER WAS SARAH HAROP THE OTHER CARRIE DENSMORE,BROTHER JOHN WHO LIVED IN ALBERTA CANADA, AND THE OTHER ELMER WHO LIVED IN FERNDALE, WASHINGTON AND NEPWES WERE LESTER@EARL HAROP WHO LIVED IN AREANA, WIS. ALL OF THIS BEING JULY 1926. MITCHELL CO., IOWA IS WHERE THOMAS J. LIVED AND DIED. LOOKING FOR ANY ALL OF THERE FAMILY..
THANK YOU FOR YOUR TIME,

TERRY STEWART

FREINDSWOOD,TX. twstew1@swbell.net

Joseph Sandel/Sendel/Sendal

nwygant151 — 1 Jul 2007 1:02:39 GMT

Joseph Sandel (born abt 1819 in PA) appears in the 1870 & 1880 censuses in Highland twp with wife Louisa (b. abt 1821 in Prussia). Their children, all born in New York, were Sarah Jane (b. abt 1849) & Eva Rose (b. abt 1855), & sons Adam (b. abt 1856) & M.C. (b. abt 1864, perhaps d. bef 1880 as he is not listed with them then). In 1880 there is another family listed with them in the census: a Sarah who appears to be their daughter, her husband Edward THEVES b. abt 1849 Poland, and their baby Edward. Any further information on these folks would be appreciated - where did they go, when did they die, did Adam or Eva Rose marry? I have looked at the online Wisconsin Historical Society vital records index and found nothing except a marriage record for a Sarah Jane Sendel in 1871, but neither of the possible husbands indexed vaguely resemble Edward Theves.

Bowes family in Iowa county wisconsin

anovak121 — 28 Jun 2007 4:33:32 GMT

My grandma was Bessie Bowes from Cobb/Linden area in Iowa county Wisconsin.. Her parents were Maude and Frank Bowes.. they also had relatives near there also that owned a horse farm called the Earl Grey or Gray Horse farm..
please if any information send please ... My grandma Bessie died in 1957. and she was Married to my grandpa Willard Shipley from either cross plains wisconsin or Middleton wisconsin his brothers and father worked for the railroad.. and information would love

green's from wisconsin

scott6397 — 18 Feb 2007 1:26:51 GMT

i am looking for infomation on William Henry green married to sarah they came to the U.S. Via Wisconsin from england. they had a daughter harriet according to my info they came to wisconsin when harriet was only about six months old she was born on august 11 1846 at worchester, england. they eventually lived at or near olewein iowa

i just recently come across this infomation on Mary Jane GREEN married to EDWARD HENRY LOCKWOOD on this page http://www.rootsweb.com/~iafayett/flocke.htm it gives her parents as william green and sarah hand as follows:

The subject of this sketch is one of the successful farmers and enterprising citizens of Fayette county, whose life has been characterized by strict integrity and unsullied honor. He is a shrewd and practical man of affairs and because of his sterling qualities he has won the respect of all who know him. Mr. Lockwood was born in Oran township, Fayette county, Iowa, on September 25, 1854, and is a son of Lewis and Hannah (SEAMANS) Lockwood. The father and mother came from Steuben county, New York, in 1852 and located in Oran township, where they took up two hundred acres of farm land. Here the subject of this sketch was reared to manhood and received his education in the public schools of the locality, subsequently, in 1874-5, attending the Upper Iowa University. He then engaged in teaching school. He taught school fourteen terms in Bremer and Fayette counties, beginning his work while the editor of this history was serving as county superintendent. Seeking a wider opportunity for advancement, Mr. Lockwood ceased teaching and took to farming and dealing in livestock, in which he met with gratifying success from the start. He conducted farming operations in Oran township, Fayette county, and also across the line in Bremer county, owning land in both counties. He has been adding to his original possessions from time to time as he was able, until at present he is the owner of between eight hundred and nine hundred acres of as good farming land as can be found in this section of the state. Mr. Lockwood gave his personal attention to every detail of his business, which, under his careful management and energetic attention, was prospered. He made many permanent and substantial improvements on the property, which is considered one of the choice farming properties in the locality. In the fall of 1899 Mr. Lockwood moved to Fayette, having a nice farm located in the west edge of the city. He still gives his attention to his other farms, having men to operate them for him. He is a great fancier of cattle, of which he is an excellent judge. He has made all he has by his own efforts. His first start was in buying fifty-three acres of land, from which he soon realized a profit. He has frequently gone into debt thousands of dollars in making land deals, but his sound judgment in every case has been vindicated by results. He is now the owner of a comfortable and attractive residence located on high land on the west edge of Fayette, overlooking the beautiful Volga valley, where the spirit of hospitality is ever in evidence.

In 1878 Mr. Lockwood was married to Mary Jane GREEN, the daughter of William and Sarah (HAND) Green. She was born in Iowa county, Wisconsin, and came to Bremer county in 1864 with her parents. The latter originally came to America from Worcestershire, England, in 1846, locating in Wisconsin, where they were numbered among the pioneers, as they were also in Bremer county, Iowa. To Mr. and Mrs. Lockwood have been born nine children, namely: Estella V. is the wife of Fred SHELTON, of Oran township, this county, and they have one son, Lyle B.; Lila E., who remains at home with her parents, has been engaged in teaching school for two years; Norma M., wife of Edgar MILLER, of Banks township; Edna H., a teacher; Ray W. is at home and is assisting his father; Pearl is a student in the high school at Fayette; Zenita, Lelah and Earl S. are attending school. Fraternally, Mr. Lockwood is a member of the Knights of Pythias and takes an intelligent interest in the workings of this beneficent order. Religiously, he and his wife are members of the Congregational church, to which they give an earnest and liberal support

my question is could my william Henry & Sarah be the same as the William & Sarah mentioned above. does anyone know if the above had another daughter named Harriet. any help would be greatly appreciated!

Charles M. Cox Family - Mineral Point, Wisconsin

bluets15_1 — 13 Jun 2007 7:27:23 GMT

I am looking for any information on Charles M. Cox and his wife, Louisa, who lived in Mineral Point, Iowa County, Wisconsin. I'm especially interested in finding the names of Charles M. Cox's parents, as well as his birth place. I'd also like to discover Louisa's maiden name.

The following information about the family was discovered in the family bible.

Charles M. Cox b. 25 Dec 1844
Louisa (maiden name?) b. 5 Feb 1844

Children:
Minnie L Cox b. 29 Jul 1867
Willie B. P. Cox b. 17 Jan 1870
Williw J Cox b. 22 May 1874
Sahara J. Cox b. 28 Apr 1875
Jennie Cox b. 29 Jan 1878
Alfred B. Cox b. 29 Mar 1879
Nina Cox b. 4 Feb 1881

Additional Information:
1. Charles Cox arrived from either England or Australia abt. 1846.

2. 1870, 1880, 1900, and 1910 Census Records show this family living in Mineral Point, Wisconsin.

3. Louisa, wife of Charles M Cox, dies before 1900 and Charles marries a woman named Elizabeth.

St Paul Cemetery Mineral Point Wisconsin Quinn family

audquinn173 — 19 Jun 2007 9:44:24 GMT

I am trying to locate the tombstone for John Quin (Quinn) died 1889 and Catherine Lenahan Quin (Quinn)died 1907. Various family members believe they are buried in St Paul as this was an irish cemetery back in the late 1880's. Also, Catherines parents and brothers lived in Mineral Point so we believe that they were buried their with her family. John & Catherine raised their family in Kendall Wisconsin outside Darlington. If you could even just help me with a phone number to contact the cemetery to try to find their plot I would be grateful.

Primitive Methodist Church - Mineral Point

clampshire — 7 Jun 2007 10:55:36 GMT

Does anyone know if the Primitive Methodist Church still exists in Mineral Point?
If not, where are their records kept?

Catholic Church Records from Iowa County

jejsr2043 — 7 Jun 2007 3:40:02 GMT

I am trying to find where I can obtain copies of the catholic church records for Iowa and Sauk Counties. My family, Unterholzner, moved around in the Honey Creek, Sumpter, and Mineral Point areas in both counties, I would like to purchase a copy of any of the church records from the mid 1800's to the 1930's, Any help, suggestions, etc would be greatly appreciated.

johannes john rudersdorf came here in 1855

CARLAPAGE81 — 7 Jun 2007 6:47:17 GMT

seeking descendants of johannes john rudersdorf who came to iowa county in 1855.they may be buried in fennimore.

ANTON SIEBERT-1860-1870 MINERAL POINT,WISCONSIN

CARLAPAGE81 — 26 May 2007 7:37:03 GMT

ANTON SIEBERT-BORN-1818-BERLIN,GERMANY-IMMIGRATED TO WISCONSIN 1852-MARRIED-MARY RUDERSDORF-SHE MAY HAVE BEEN BORN ABOUT 1816-WAS POSSIBLY THE DAUGHTER OF JOHANN RUDERSDORF.THE RUDERSDORF FAMILY IMMIGRATED IN 1855 FROM NASSAU GERMANY TO IOWA COUNTY.I BELIEVE THAT JOHANNES(JOHN) RUDERSDORF MAY BE BURIED IN FENNIMORE,WISCONSIN WITH HIS WIFE ELIZABETH.ANTON SIEBERT MARRIED MARY RUDERSDORF ABOUT 1857 OR THERE ABOUTS.IF YOU ARE RELATED I WOULD LIKE TO HEAR FROM YOU.SOME OF THE RUDERSDORF,S ARE ALSO BURIED IN RICHLAND CENTER WISCONSIN.THANKYOU FOR YOUR TIME.

Arthur Thomas Burns family

Lin01 — 5 Jul 2006 11:47:11 GMT

I am trying to find info on the Arthur Burns family of Mineral Point. He was born in Ireland in 1820. He married Sarah Devlin, also of Ireland b 1824. I am interested in their parents and one of their daughters, Alice b 1856 in Mineral Point. She married Patrick Murphy in 1876 in Nevada. Please help. Thanks, Linda Bowman

Bohemian's from Cobb - Highland area in 1860's and 1870's

kchromy — 22 Jun 2001 11:59:58 GMT

Looking for any information about the Bohemians living in the Cobb - Highland area during the 1860's and 1870's - especially any that immigrated from the area around Caslav, Bohemia. Gg-grandfather, Vaclav Beranek came to Cobb in 1862 with children Katherina, Mary, Jan and Joseph. His wife Anna Volencova died in Bohemia before they left, and his daughter Barbara came with her husband Karel Wesely in 1864 to Cobb and about 10 years later, they resettled in eastern Nebraska. Katherina Beranek married Andreas Fritsch and remained in the Cobb area with descendants today still in that area. Mary Beranek married Frank Otradovsky and they came to Nebraska in the 1870's. Jan Beranek married Albina Vopalensky in 1870 and moved to Nebraska. My g-grandfather Joseph Beranek married Katerina Ruzicka in Eden Township of Iowa County in 1880 before coming to Nebraska. Looking for any information about her family. Her marriage license showed her parents were John and Marie Ruzicka, though I don't believe they ever came to America. She came to the Cobb area in 1874 with ?brother/uncle? Albert Ruzicka and his wife Anna and their son Frank. Especially interested finding out more about Albert Ruzicka and his descendants.

NANKEY FAMILY

Mark George — 1 Apr 2005 10:15:57 GMT

I'm looking for any information on Dorothy J. Nankey. She was born in Highland Township, 18 Aug 1906. Her parents could possibly be Steve and Jane Nankey. There's a Chris and Peter Nankey living in Highland. I'm not sure how they would be related to Dorothy. I don't have much information on the Nankey family because I'm not related to that family, but my niece and nephews are related. Dorothy is their great, grandmother. So any information would be truely appreciated. Thank you. Mark

john sleeman

johnwestcott49 — 25 Apr 2007 6:25:28 GMT

Hi Debra,
Ihave only just started to look for my wife's family who were the Sleemans. John Sleeman was the brother of my wife's great great grandfather William Sleeman so if I can help at all with your research please ask my address is cannab4@ yahoo.co.uk
Allthe best with your research
John Westcott

EUGENE HOWE

kmwroots — 22 Apr 2007 5:50:51 GMT

I was wondering if anyone can help in locating any information on a Eugene Howe, who says he was born in Dodgeville, Iowa Co. WI in May 1862 (give or take a year), Father's name Thomas. This was according to info on his marriage record in Montana. I haven't been able to find anything in the WI birth index but wondered if Iowa Co. had any separate information or if anyone knows where in the County I can inquire?

Thanks,

Kathy in MO

Edward Patrick LENAHAN Family

Beth Lenahan — 6 Sep 1999 12:00:00 GMT

Looking for information on Edward Patrick LENAHAN, born 1860s,lived in Mineral Point. Family owned a theater in Mineral Point in late 1800s. E.P. LENAHAN left home at a young age to work in railroad construction, married Julia O'SHEA (d. 1917?) then sister Emma O'SHEA (d. 1960) of Spokane, WA with whom he had two children, Mary CARPENTER LENAHAN and Edward Patrick LENAHAN Jr. Many thanks! Beth Lenahan

Harriet RULE

Cat Nielsen — 12 Oct 2000 12:00:00 GMT

I am interested in the family of Harriett RULE, who married first Richard TERRILL, and had a son, born 1858 also named Richard TERRILL. She next married William VIAL, 11 Nov 1858 in Linden. In the 1860 Census, they are living in Linden and have a daughter Mary J. Son, Richard TERRILL is also living with them. William VIAL is a farmer. Any information on this family, please contact me. Cat Nielsen (original message posted in 1999 before GenConnect boards)

Birth place of Grandfather George Rolland Jackman-13 DEc 1880

povertyridge38 — 5 Apr 2007 12:26:56 GMT

I found in the Iowa 1895 Census of Iowa, my grandfather George Rolland Jackman was born in Van Buren County, Iowa. His mothers parents were living in Lick Creek, Van Buren County at this time. Margaret E Stansberry married my great grandfather John H Jackman 24 Dec 1879 at the home of George W Stansberry, Margaret's father. Any Help or suggestions would be greatly appreciated. If there is a cost that will not be a problem.

Thanks Darel Rolland Jackman, Kamloops BC Canada

TRUNKHILL

lmendivil — 29 Oct 2006 5:38:03 GMT

Hello! I am looking for information on the Trunkhill family, whom I found in Clyde, Iowa County, WI, as early as 1870, when they appear in the census. The patriarch is Lewis Trunkhill, whom I have no information on except that he married Mary, a Blackfoot Indian, who was born in about 1810 in Montana. In the 1870 census, Mary is shown with children Charles, August, and Lewis, all adults at that time. Any information would be appreciated. Thanks!

Henry Nichols/Nicholls Obit - 1856

jlleffler — 8 Mar 2007 4:03:10 GMT

Seeking obituary for Henry Nichols/Nicholls, who arrived in 1847 from Cornwall and first settled in Mineral Point, WI. In 1848, his wife and 7 children arrived from Cornwall and the family moved to a farm in British Hollow, Grant Co., WI. In 1855, the family moved to the Upper Peninsula of MI where Henry was employed by the Central Mine in Houghton Co., MI. In 1856, he became the first casualty at the Central Mine when he died on April 10th as the result of a mining accident in Shaft #2. He and his wife likely had many relatives in the Mineral Point community so I was hoping to find mention of his death and additional clues in an obituary. We have no idea where he was buried and are hoping that an obituary was printed which might indicate exactly what happened to him. Many thanks!

Joni Leffler
TX

Margaret Ann Annie (DAVIES) POLKINGHORN Obituary

MichiganDianne — 27 Jun 2001 3:09:25 GMT

MCWILLIAMS, Robert and Roseana COURTNEY marr. August 24, 1852

Kara McWilliams — 17 Jan 2006 10:00:09 GMT

Does anyone know how to go about ordering a marriage record from Mineral Point, Iowa Co., WI? I just found my husband's ancestors' record at the LDS FamilySearch website.

Potterton Obituary - 1997

jlleffler — 28 Feb 2007 6:23:30 GMT

Seeking obituary for Everett(e) T. Potterton, who was born 4-12-1910 and died on 5-15-1997 most likely in Mineral Point, Iowa Co., WI (he was residing there and may have died in a larger town like Dodgeville or Madison). Hoping to find clues as to surviving family members and perhaps a few more details about Mr. Potterton. Many thanks!

Joni Leffler
TX

Marriage record transcription for John McCLOSKEY and Sarah Agnes DUFFEY

jbear1198 — 25 Feb 2007 4:34:20 GMT

John McCloskey
Son of John McCloskey and Margaret Moynihan.
He is a well driller.
Born in Blue Mounds Villiage, WI.
Sarah Agnes Duffey
Dau of James Duffey and Mary Corburg
She was born in La Salle, Ill.
They were married on 18 Jun 1902 in Ridgeway, Iowa Co., Wi.
It was a roman catholic ceremony
Witness' were Gus Duffey and Elizabeth Duffey.

green's from wisconsin

scott6397 — 18 Feb 2007 1:26:11 GMT

green's from wisconsin

scott6397 — 18 Feb 2007 1:25:17 GMT

mary floyd penberthy

1952jan — 11 Dec 2006 4:09:46 GMT

HOWDIE COUSINS IN IOWA,
dOES ANYONE KNOW IF MARY FLOYD PENBERTHY RETURNED TO UK AFTER SHE LANDED IN 1850 NEW YORK,THEN LIVED IN DODGEVILLE,IOWA, VERY DISTANT GREAT GREAT GREAT GRANDMOTHER OF MINE HOPEFULLY

JOAN DICKINSON

Fallon's of Hollandale/Mineral Point

Bill Fallon — 6 Sep 2001 12:49:32 GMT

Looking for any information on two Fallon families in Iowa Co. since the mid 1800's. John Fallon family lived just outside Hollandale from 1860's to 1940's. Wife was Anna Torphy. Children were Thomas, Catherine Fallon Collins, William Patrick, Mary Jane, Michael Francis, John Henry Jr., and Anna Loretta. Also looking for information on Timothy Fallon family which also lived outside Hollandale until early 1880's. Family moved to near Marcus, Iowa at that time. Children Michael, James, John, Jane S., Thomas. Wife was Catherine Feeney.

Old beautiful photos need identity,can you help?

cemosubby — 27 Dec 2006 11:40:17 GMT

I have in-herited many old photos from my grandmother who's ancestors were from areas in Wisconson,can you help identify.
http://www.Imageevent.com/liddleblessings

PETER / JULIA OLSON FAMILY - ARENA, WIS

bob15955 — 9 Dec 2006 6:01:39 GMT

Looking for information about Peter / Julia Olson in family that appeared in 1900 and 1910 census for Arena, Wisconsin.

Peter Olson (possibly Oleson), born Norway March 1838,
immigrated to US about 1855; occupation farmer;
died between 1900-1910

Julia Olson, maiden name unknown, born Norway about 1861;
immigrated to US in 1880-1885; married 1884-1885; death date unknown; cannot find her or but one of her children in 1920

Children's names/DOBs:

John Olson 1887
Anna Olson 1888 m. Eugene Hottman 1911; d. abt. 1950
Sarah Olson 1891
Willie Olson 1894
Charles Olson 1895
Frank Olson 1898
Fred Olson 1900

Unfortunately, the Peter Olson of 1900 census does not track back well even to 1880.. there are a few suspects, but no one who really stands out as being the right person...

If anyone knows anything about this Olson family— Julia and/or Peter, sure would like to hear from you

robert holley
Miami, FL

Nicholas Wagner in Dubuque, Iowa

sullykj1 — 16 Dec 2006 3:18:15 GMT

I am the great granddaughter of Nicholas (Nick)Wagner who lived in Dubuque, Iowa. He married Alma Dietrich in 1892 and his father was Nicholas also and I think his wife was Josephina. I believe he was related to Honus Wagner since that is what my dad told me. My dad looked exactly like Honus Wagner and I would really like to find out the connection and the details. If anyone can help................. I am really new to this so any help is appreciatead. Thanks

Eastside Cemetery

chick70160 — 1 Jun 2004 11:35:30 GMT

I`ve found some of the records on line for this cemetery. Does anyone know how to go about getting more info? Is there a church that is affiliated with this cemetery?Would there be sexton records?

There is a stone that says Jenkins, gives dates and nothing else. I`d like to know the first name of the person buried there. There are several Jenkins there so I`m assuming they`re related and this may be the father.

thanks,
CJ in Iowa

DAVEY FAMILY OF MINERAL POINT

Mary Jones — 1 Aug 2004 4:12:02 GMT

Joseph Davey married Eliza A. Martin in Mineral Point, Wisconsin on October 22, 1861. In the 1870 Census for Platteville, Grant County, Eliza Davey and her three children are listed as Elenora (8yrs), Joseph E. (6yrs), and Frank S. (5yrs). My research concerns the son Joseph E. Davey and always leads me back to the name Edward Joseph Davey. The next time these children show in a census, namely the 1880 census, I found Eliza remarried to Thomas Jenkins and Nora Davey and Frank Davey living with them. The Joseph E. Davey I am looking for appears to be working on a farm owned by Joseph Conley and his son Joseph Conley. Is it possible that my Joseph E. Davey started going by the name Edward J. Davey so as not to be confused by all of the other Joseph's in the Conley household? Any help with these names would be greatly appreciated.

Thank you in advance,
Mary A. (DAVEY) Jones