I am trying to solve a family mystery about the sudden disappearance of Thomas B. Hudson. Last known information is recorded in the 1870 census for Clinton Cty. Listed are his wife, Charity (Wright) and their 3 children, Martha A., John F. and Ballenger. After this census, Thomas disappears, she and the children then return to live with her father Ballenger Wright and mother Susanna (Pierce) as recorded in the 1880 census of Pulaski Cty. On that census a fourth child is known, Ambrose Hudson. Charity then assumes her maiden name and her four children also take their mothers name of Wright. John Francis enlists in the US Army in 1898 and presents himself as John Francis Wright.

I have conflicting dates and conflicting information about the spelling of Charity Wright Hudson.

Any information to enlighten this family mystery would be appreciated.

David A. or Angela S. Wright

from what i understand is he was taken capture during the war and was killed. At least this is one of the stories i have read! And this is when charity moved in with her dad! Iam sure you have heard this by now since its been a few years since you posted this! goodluck in your search!