Sumter - Family History & Genealogy Message Board

James Parker, in search of the captain

JaniceBustin — 30 Jul 2001 1:16:39 GMT

I have hit a brick wall and am in need of help. I am looking for the birth place of Capt. James Parker of Livingston, AL [Sumter Co.], b. 1788, d. 1855. His wife was Mary W. Parker [Winston], b. 1804, d. 1848, and he had eleven children. In order as listed in his estate they are:
Socrates "Soc" Parker, b. 1820, d. 1881
Mary Amaranth Parker Brown Killen, b. 1822, d. 1851
Marcus "Mark" Parker, b. 1824, d. 1890
Arborette Parker Campbell, b. Dec.of 1824 ca., d. ??
Conazine "Con" Parker, b. ???, d.1861
Annie Amazon Parker Brown May, b. ???, d. ???
James Volney Parker, b. 1834, d. 1860
David Crockett "Dave" Parker, b. 1836, d. 1868
Adaman W. Parker, b. 1838, d. 1847
Osceola Parker, b. 1841, d. 1842
Philander "Phi" W. Parker, b. 1847, d. ???

I have a copy of Capt. James Parker's obituary which indicates he arrived to Sumter Co., in December of 1831but does not say from where. I have also actively searched military records to verify the title of "captain" to which he is referred in many documents but have been unsuccessful in making a connection. He was the owner of a large plantation outside Livingston on Emelle Road.

Any help would be greatly appreciated.

"30 Day Men" Sumter County

altagram1 — 21 Aug 2008 5:31:02 GMT

anyone have a muster roll? J.W. Burton's men.

Matthews

Ruth M. Scruggs — 15 Jun 2004 12:36:36 GMT

Dear Bill, no one answered my query. I know one line from Thomas Matthews Jr.that a descendent sent me, F.C. Jones. A son named James. There is so much info on the Matthews family at Raleigh. Also written up in books. I got most of my info from W.C.Fields' books. Do you know if your line migrated to Sumter Co. ? My James McDonald who married Sara Matthews was in Jefferson Co. Ga. when he died in 1810. Sara had died in 1799, possibly Lancaster Co. S.C. Sincerely, Ruth M. Scruggs

Web Page and Sumter County Records

Joe Stegall — 9 Dec 2004 1:02:13 GMT

I have recently created a personal web page that includes, among other things, a brief history of Sumter County, a history of my hometown of Emelle and a summary of the records of early Sumter County that are available to researchers.

The web page is at www.joestegall.com. If any of you have comments about the page, or the available records, please email me at the above address or at the address listed on the web page.

Joe

Holly Mumford, Anderson Mumford

Patricia Mumford — 9 Sep 2000 12:00:00 GMT

I am trying to find any information on Holly Mumford or Anderson Mumford (land Deeds) in Sumpter County.

Winston Place Emelle,Al -TAYLOR

Warkoneta — 9 Jul 2001 6:55:39 GMT

Seeking all inform. My gg mother Mary (Taylor) Huff was born into slavery on Winston Plantation in Sumter Co. mother named Classie father name Lewis(?) Tayor sister name Martha half sister name Lyndia Tayor died in Emelle, Al last to leave Winston Place. Mary moved to Electric Mill, Ms and in 1950's to Hamilton, Ohio.

William A. Hammons (Hammonds) born 1829 in Alabama

strictnurse — 7 May 2008 3:27:02 GMT

I am trying to discover the parents of William A. Hammons (Hammonds) born 1829 in Alabama. William married Elizabeth Jane Bledsoe in 1847 in Sumter county, Alabama and were living in Newton county, Mississippi in 1860. Many members of the Hammonds family left Sumter county and moved to Newton county in the 1850's. William and Jane had three daughters: Henrietta, Georgianna, and Mary. Thanks for all leads.

McDonald's

Buster — 1 Feb 2004 5:07:32 GMT

Looking for connection between McDonald's (of the south part of the county - Intercourse, Bellamy, Livingston) and Hale's. We are supposed to be related, but I can't find a connection.

Also could use so help identifying William McDonald's father in SC. William moved to Sumter County with in-laws (the Lavenders) in 1822.

Finding Information on My Grandmother's Father

aka1951 — 28 Apr 2008 10:07:54 GMT

My grandmother Amy Boyd Arrington was born in Sumter County and lived there until her death in 1943.She lived with and worked for John E. Boyd and his famiy when she was a young lady. She later lived in her own home. I have information on her mother but not on her father. If you know that info, please share it with me.

Joseph W. & Mattie G. STANTON - living Gainesville, AL, 1880

bree1623 — 18 Jan 2006 3:32:33 GMT

Wanting to determine the parents of Joseph W. & Mattie G. STANTON, who were living in the Edward N. & Bettie G. (Little) KRING household in Gainesville, Sumter Co., AL, in the 1880 census. Joseph was 19 (born about 1861), Mattie was 17 (born about 1863). They were probably siblings. They were enumerated as nephew and niece of Edward & Bettie (Little) KRING. Also living in the household was Matilda M. GILL, grandmother of Bettie G. (Little) KRING.

Bettie G. LITTLE was the daughter of J. J. LITTLE, b. NC, migrated to Warsaw - Livingston, Sumter Co., AL. I would guess that one of Bettie's sisters married a STANTON.

Can anyone identify these folks? All help appreciated. I cannot connect with any other STANTON names at this time. I'm looking for the parents and siblings of Joseph H. & Mattie G. STANTON.

MOORE

jim moore — 12 Jul 1998 12:00:00 GMT

MOORE, George R. married KING, Sarah Louisa on July 5, 1845 in Sumter Co. This is all the information I have on my ggg grandparents. They begat William MOORE born May 3, 1846. It has been said by my family that Geroge MOORE died within 9 months of William's birth and Sarah remarried. Is there George MOORE listed on any census or any record of death? Any information would be appreciated. Thanks, Jim Moore

Mathews of Sumter Co AL/Winston-Neshoba Cos MS

SylviaDees75 — 23 Mar 2008 2:09:51 GMT

Please Help! I have hit a brick wall - does anyone have informaton on Jones (Jonas?) Mathews m Margaret ?; or they related to Matilda Briggs Matthews? Did Jones died in Civil War? Buried in Neshoba Co? Family tradition has it that some of the children of Jones & Margaret went to TX. Any help would be appreciated! My line is thru Wm Henry Mathews.

Sylvia
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1850 Winston Co MS Census
Sept 30, 1850
Mathews, Jones C. 30 M Farmer AL
Margaret 22 M SC
John 03 M MS
William (Henry) 01 M MS
next door
Mathews, Matilda (Martha) 43 M Farmer Geo.
Mathews Martha (Matilda) 18 F Ala
Mathews Sarah 16 F Ala

I believe Matilda Mathews was: Matilda Briggs m John Mathews - Jones Co GA 4/28/1820

Martha Mathews m Laurel Ball in Winston Co MS
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1860 Neshoba Co MS Census
Mathew, J(ones) C. 40 M Farmer FL(AL)
Margaret 29 F SC
John W. 12 M MS
William H(enry) 10 M MS
Thomas M. 08 M MS
Margaret C (Ann E.?) 06 F MS
Robert C. 04 M MS
Margaret C. 02 F MS
Rebecca 2mos F Ms
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1870 Sumter Co AL Census
August 8, 1870 Livingston P.O.
Matthews, Margaret 38 F HK SC
Robert 14 M MS
Mary 09 F MS
Working in household of Thomas Marley; next door to Margaret:
Matthews, Ann E. 16 F MS
Working in the household of John Kearney several houses away from Margaret:
Matthews, Henry 17 M MS
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1880 Census Noxubee Co MS
Bt 4; pg 215 C; Dist 32
Matthews, W. H. HH 30 farmer bMS Fb AL; Mb MS
Margaret 48 mother bAL Fb Ire; Mb NC
Mary 18 sister bMS Fb AL; Mb AL

Catherine Caroline Wilson b. 1833 - parents John H. Wilson/Sarah Denmark

LeslieRoyce21 — 22 Mar 2008 10:41:08 GMT

Hello Denmark Researchers -
I have an orphan I am trying to place in one of the DENMARK families I am finding in census records, and other postings on the internet.
My relative is as follows:
Catherine Caroline Wilson(1833-1914),widow of Fielding Turner. Her death record: Died in Mobile, Mobile, Alabama, on 10 June 1914. The recorder or informant lists her father as John H. Wilson born Scotland, and her mother as Caroline Denmark who was born in Alabama.
I find a census record for John H. Wilson and wife Sarah in 1850 Caddo Parish, Louisiana. This is the county in which Fielding Turner and Caroline Wilson were married on 14 March 1850. The Turner family moved to Mobile.
The John H. Wilson family can be found again in 1860 census of Caddo Parish, Louisiana....John H. Wilson age 65 birth 1795 in Georgia, occupation Waggoner with his wife Sallie age 50 b. 1810 in Georgia and son Bailey Wilson age 16 born SC.
Also in records for Sumter County, Alabama Vol. 164, Sumter County compiled by Pauline Jones Ganrud.
There appear the following notices:
1. Dated 1 August 1837 - Married in this county on Thursday evening the 27th at the residence of Capt. Wm. Drummond by Cleveland Robbs, Esq.,Mr. John J. Denmark to Miss Harriet Beshon/Deshon. 117, pp.63.
2. Dated January 2, 1838. Married in this county on 26th by William C. Denmark, Esq, Martin F. Reinhardt, Esq. to Miss Mary Jane, daughter of John H. Wilson, Esq. (Vol. 117 p.72).
3. Dated January 9, 1838. Married in this vicinity on Thursday evening the 4th by John A Cowan, Esq. Cleaveland Hobbs, Esq. to Miss Jane Denmark. Vol. 117, p.73.
I am sure my Sarah Denmark b. about 1810 in Alabama fits into one of the many DENMARK families connected to the above people.
I welcome any inquiries. Willing to share information, I have found in census, marriage and on-line message boards.
I have been to Mobile and to the cemetery there, and have documents and photos.
Help put my orphan Sarah Denmark b. 1810 with her parents!
Thank you.

Leslie Pierce Royce
lfroyce@comcast.net

Portis' in Sumter County AL and Lauderdale County MS

LPortisMorgan — 22 Apr 2005 3:36:34 GMT

I am looking for any information regarding decendants of Mark (Monk) and Adeline (Adline) Portis, who are listed in the 1870 census in Sumter County.

Hancocks of Sumter County

Leonard244 — 29 Feb 2008 2:15:26 GMT

Am still trying to locate "any clue" as to my Hancock line in Sumter Co., AL. Does anyone have any info in regards as to Joseph Peter Hancock born 1830, SC and wife Elizabeth born 1815 in North Carolina, showing 1880 Census, Belmont area. Showing 7 sons: Andrew, Hillary, Thomas, William (Billie), George, Joseph P. & Frank. After 1880, can only locate one son remaining, Joseph P. & wife Eunice. Have been able to track Joseph P. & Eunice, with no problems. However, nothing as to the other sons. Any clues out there as to what happened to this family? Had thought Andrew was the Jefferson Co., AL; however according to info supplied to me and complied with the help of a Mary Ann Miller and Bob Binstein, this is not my Andrew. Any help would be so much appreciated. Will exchange what I have. You may contact me direct, at sandlapperh@peoplepc.com, if you like.

LABAN (Labern, Labon) RUSHING

BClifton — 19 Feb 2008 7:38:27 GMT

Is there ANYONE who can verify the names of the children of WILLIAM RUSHING and ELIZABETH JANE TILGHMAN/TILLMAN? They married in 1801 in Bulloch Co., Ga., and she died about 1806 according to online info. No one ever says WHERE she died, but if he is the same William Rushing who married again to a Mary Birt/Bert in 1808 in Bulloch Co., Ga., then Elizabeth Jane probably died in Bulloch Co. Can anyone help me with this family?

AND is there anyone who can verify the names of the children of WILLIAM RUSHING and MARY HANCOCK (or JACKSON) who lived in South Carolina in 1810, 1820, 1830, and who were in Sumter Co., Ala., in 1840 and 1850? William died in late 1850 and his widow and sons remaining at home moved to Scott Co., Miss., and was recorded there on the 1860 census.

I am trying to determine the parents of Laban Rushing, or at least eliminate one of the online "theories" about his parents. Laban, born in North Carolina about 1812, lived in Sumter Co., Ala., from about 1839 until 1852 when he bought land in Scott Co., Miss.

B. Clifton
Houston, Texas bclifton65@att.net

INTERCOURSE TWP

LarryLarsen71 — 16 Oct 2007 10:04:22 GMT

Looking for anybody that might know the cemeteries that are located in intercourse twp. My gg grandfather Willis Ball died there around 1851. Thanks

James Jones

helenhandley18 — 7 Feb 2008 8:13:47 GMT

James Jones was 93 yrs old in 1850 census Sumter Co. census. He was living with Amos Hodges b. GA. His daughter Elizabeth was married to Allen Hodges, father of Amos Hodges. Want to know about his family.

Confederate Unit from Sumter Co.

DeweyJSmith — 8 Dec 2007 9:26:31 GMT

Can someone please tell me what Confederate units were raised from Sumter Co. ? I know about Co. G, 5th Al. Inf. Rgmt. I am trying to locate Thomas E. Johnson from Sumter Co., who was supposedly killed in the Civil War. He was born 1836 and lived in Sumter Co. in 1860. Married to Martha Jane Haskins. Thanks, Dewey J. Smith

Occupation Blacksmith information

myname1960 — 14 Jan 2008 10:55:00 GMT

Are there any records for around 1910 in Sumter for the occupation of Blackmiths?

My ggf John Brooks and my gf James Brooks have listed on the 1910 Sumter census as blacksmith's for their occupation. They also put down that it was a home shop.

Any information would be greatly appreciated. Thanks

Chris

Russell's in Sumter County

tonasket5 — 6 Dec 2007 9:01:44 GMT

David Moor Russell,born in New Hampshire in 1795. Wife Mary Flint Russell, born in Massachusetts in 1793. 2 son's were Edward Russell, born in New Hampshire in 1833 & David Moor Russell, born in Gainsville, AL in 1836. Migrated to AL prior to 1836. David Russell died in Gainsville in 1863 & Mary also died in Gainsville in 1876. Looking for any/all info pretaining to their life in AL.

Historic Home/Church tour Dec 8, 2007

Melster38 — 30 Nov 2007 3:08:07 GMT

Thought some of you might be interested in an upcoming event in Cuba, AL on Dec 8 from 1pm to 5pm.
They are having a tour of 4 homes and churches around the city. Some of the ones listed are the Presbyterian, Baptist and Holiness Church and the Earl Wilson Beavers home, James Beavers home, Shaw home and Gaunget home. They also have a small museum that has info about the area and founders of the city.
Tickets are $10 and can be bought the day of the tour. I'm sure anyone in the city can point you in the right direction if you decide to attend.
Hope to see you there.

Gilbert familys in Sumter Co 1840-- 1850

WilliamE35 — 23 Aug 2007 1:53:28 GMT

Looking for the family of Daniel Gilbert lived in Clarke Co Al. then Sumter Co. Black Bluff area. then moved into Newton Co Ms. any other Gilberts located in Sumter Co 1840
Thanks.....Bill

Sarah Ward, Mother of Lucinda Ann Parris

dianadickinson — 1 Mar 2002 3:24:51 GMT

I am searching for any information on my ggg-grandmother, Sarah WARD and my gg-grandmother, her daughter, Lucinda Ann PARRIS. Lucinda was born March 17, 1827, died March 9, 1907. Sarah WARD signed Lucinda's marriage record, to Simon Henry Nelson on April 24, 1845, but the father did not sign. I do not know if Sarah and Lucinda's father were married, or if he was dead, and Sarah had remarried. Any help with the parentage of Lucinda would be greatly appreciated.

Thank you in advance,
Diana Manders Dickinson

Public Cemeteries of Sumter County

Cherry — 31 Oct 2002 4:33:03 GMT

I'm not sure if this has already been offered but I have a copy of "Public Cemeteries of Sumter County, Alabama, 1834-1972" and will do look-ups for anyone interested.

Cherry in Louisiana

Need Look Up James Samuel Warren and Margaret Murphy-1843

cmward71 — 3 Oct 2007 12:31:20 GMT

I am looking for the probate or orphan court records for three orphaned children of James Samuel Warren and Margaret Murphy for guardianship in 1843 after their death and/or any information (records; i.e. the land deeds, marriage and tax rolls, court minutes and orders, etc?) on this family. Their parents (James and Margaret) are listed in the 1840 census. They died of yellow fever in 1943. I'm hoping this info will yield the name of James Samuel Warren's father.

Parents are:
James Samuel Warren and Margaret Murphy
JAMES SAMUEL WARREN was born 1814, and died 1843 in Marengo, AL???? or Sumpter Co.???. He married MARGARET MURPHY 30 Jul 1835 in Alabama, daughter of MOSES MURPHY and ELIZABETH. She was born 09 Jan 1817, and died 09 Jan 1843 in Marengo, AL or Sumter Co, Alabama.

Children of JAMES WARREN and MARGARET MURPHY are:

1. WILLIAM SAMUEL3 WARREN, b. 15 Jul 1838, Sumter, AL; d. 06 May 1892, Kaufman Co, TX.

2. JAMES MOSES WARREN, b. 1839, Sumter, AL; d. Louisiana??????.

3. ARCHIBALD DIETRIC WARREN, b. 08 Mar 1840, Alabama; d. 28 Dec 1927, Pineville, Smith Co. Mississippi.

Notes:

Notes for MARGARET MURPHY:
Alabama Marriage Collection, 1800-1969
about Margaret Murphy
Name: Margaret Murphy
Spouse: James S Warren
Marriage Date: 30 Jul 1835
County: Sumter
State: Alabama

I know the ophaned children Archibald and William ended up living with a Curry family, possibly an aunt or uncle.

Giles in Sumter Co., ALA.

marystuart70 — 10 Sep 2007 5:51:30 GMT

Am looking for info on the Nathaniel Giles shown on 1850 census, New York Twp., Sumter Co., ALA., with wife Ione,(born abt. 1795 NC), dau. S.M. (this would prob. be Sarah "Sallie" Moore Giles) born abt. 1820, son J.H. (prob. John Hiram) born abt. 1823,
and N.C. (prob. Nathaniel Calvin) born abt. 1825.

The father Nathaniel, (born abt. 1798 in NC) 1850 census, New York Twp., Sumter Co., ALA. I believe that I have confirmation as to who his parents were.

Have been reading the Giles postings on the Sumter Co. message board and have gotten myself thoroughly confused as to who everyone belongs to.

Can anyone help me? Is there an Ione Giles burial listing somewhere in Sumter Co.? BElieve that she died between 1853-1860.

This family shows up on the 1860 census in Sumter Co., without Ione, and there are a couple of Reids with them.

Mary

Underwood's in Alabama and Mississippi

myname1960 — 31 Aug 2007 5:12:26 GMT

Searching for someone who is connected with this family or has information on them.

Rufus Underwood b. abt 1880/1883
Wife:Ida (maiden name unknown to us) b. abt 1879/1881
Dau: Bessie Underwood b. abt 1908
Dau: Mary Underwood b. abt 1913/1914

They are on the censuses in MS in 1910 (Marion, MS) and 1920 (Harrison, Ms) and then in Tuscaloosa, Al. in 1930.

Rufus is believed the be the half brother to my dad's mom Annie Dale Underwood which married James Joseph Brooks.

Another brother to Annie Dale Underwood was John Underwood which married Della. Some of their children were:
Oscar, Tressie, Robert, Thomas, Johnnie and Nellie. They have been seen on the 1930 census in Tuscaloosa, AL.

Annie's father was Thomas Underwood. Thomas was supposedly a decorated civil war vet and died about 1935 in Tuscaloosa, Al. According to my Aunt he was married several times.

My dad's side has been rather difficult to find any information on so any help with this family is greatly appreciated. Thanks,

Chris

KNIGHT SISTERS in SUMTER CO. AL.

alleyoop_57 — 28 Aug 2007 11:21:38 GMT

Willing to pay some one for any expenses and their time to do a marriage search on the microfilm at the UWA library in Sumter County Al. If interested please email me and we will discuss details.
Thanks,
Helen

Lester Bragg

jsylv86 — 22 Aug 2007 4:09:30 GMT

Who was Lester BRAGG from Sumter County, Alabama? I have an old photo of him, but I don't know how he fits into my family. Does anyone have any information on this person??

Joseph Reid/Lydia Giles

JBarber53 — 23 Jun 2001 2:34:29 GMT

Need information on Joseph Reid and Lydia Ann Giles who were married in Sumter Co. on January 8, 1848. I believe Lydia to be the daughter of Nathaniel Giles. In the 1850 Sumter Co. census they had one dtr, Lourie, age 1. They were not listed in the following census records, but Nathaniel Giles had several Reid children living with him (1860 - S.(or L.) E., J.A., N.P., and R.W.) 1870 - William, Jane A., and Nancy J.). My great, great grandfather Frank McElroy married Nancy Reid in Sumter Co. at the home of John H. Giles, and I am trying to find her ancestors.

looking for someone to maintain a small cemetery in Sumpter County

Dottie Thompson — 14 Oct 2003 8:50:57 GMT

I am looking for someone to maintain the Wideman cemetery, a small family cemetery, in Sumpter County near Whitfield. It is a small fenced cemetery which shouldn't take much to cut the grass and clean. If anyone knows someone that I can hire, please email me at dottiethompson@yahoo.com

Elizabeth Tolson m Martin Hall Rumley

tpowell59 — 23 Jul 2002 8:56:33 GMT

Searching for information on parents of Elizabeth Tolson. She was b 11/12/1815 in NC. Married Martin Hall Rumley 4/17/1840 in Greene Cty, AL and died 1/5/1885. She is buried in Coke's Cemetary in Sumter Cty, AL. I believe her father was a Fredrick Tolson, mother was Charity?
Thanks for any information.

Clifton C. Boyd- Born Dec 23rd, 1895 in Livingston, Alabama

susie590 — 12 Jul 2007 6:45:35 GMT

Hello my name is Jean Good and I am trying to find out any information on my grandfather Clifton C. Boyd, born Dec 23rd, 1895 in Livingston, AL. He traveled with the J.M. Busby Minstrel Show in the mid 1900's. He lived in Beaumont, Texas in 1930 with his wife Lucille Irene Boyd, brother in-law Hamilton Jones and sister in-law Clora Jones. He also had a daughter that lived with him and his wife. His daughter was born in 1929 in Nashville, TN as Ella B. Boyd at Meharry Medical College. She recently passed away and I have no other information on my grandfather other than what is stated above. If anyone has information on the African American Boyd family in Livingston or on Clifton C. Boyd please contact me at:

susie590@yahoo.com
jeangoode@netzero.com
jean.goode@cleveland.edu

Thank you,

Jean

Marriage of James Joseph Brooks and Annie Dale Underwood

myname1960 — 1 Jul 2007 3:21:50 GMT

Hello

I am wondering if someone can see if there are marriage records for James Joseph Brooks and Annie Dale Underwood. I have a marriage date of July 3, 1912 but the place is unknown to me at this time.

I know James was living in Dancy, Pickens County, Alabama in June 1917 and in Preston, Sumter County, Alabama in 1910 so either County is possible.

They had Mary Lucille Brooks on Aug, 2, 1915 But the place is unknown right now on her as well.

Any help or info is greatly appreciated. Thanks,

Chris

Thomas Jefferson Bartlett and family

Helenb47 — 28 Jun 2007 2:55:55 GMT

I am currently looking for information on TJ Bartlett and his family. He married Penelope Hitt married on 15 Jan 1867 and Emmie Welch on 03 Nov 1896.
In 1900 he had his widowed sister Amanda Thom/Thorn or other variant living with him.
Other possible siblings/children are :
Anna A. Bartlett who married Beja Williams 04 Oct 1856 Rebecca Bartlett who married William Holder 02 Mar 1857
Wm. Bartlett who married Eliza Peters 15 Jun 1854
Lottie R. Bartlett who married E. L. Wheeler 11 Oct 1892

His widow recieved pension for his CSA service in the 8th Regiment Miss. He died on 09/07/1900.

Any information on this family is greatly appreciated!

Thanks,
Tonia Bartlett Porter

Sumner Hubbard

sacooperfrank1 — 26 Jun 2007 2:40:44 GMT

I am seeking information on Sumner Hubbard and his ancestors. He was my ggggfather and also my brick wall. I am descended through his granddaughter Emma, and his daughter Mary Jane. I will be glad to furnish you the information that I have on him and his descendants. He was married in Sumter Co., AL in 1845-1847 to Emiline Haskins, daughter of Thomas Welman Culverhouse. Please e-mail me at sandrafrank@bellsouth.net. Thanks, Sandra

Aroborette & Arabella Summerlin, Sumter Co., AL.

FAShelby — 25 Jun 2001 4:16:45 GMT

Aroborette & Arabella Summerlin are the twin daugthers of Calvin and Elizabeth (Maxwell) Summerlin of Sumter Co. Arabella married Jame Garner Allen of Lauderdale Co., MS. Other siblings: Mary E., Sarah F., Susan & Wiley. Calvin in shown as a Blacksmith in 1880 census for Lauderdale Co., MS.
Anyone researching this family?

Ford/Petty/Bailey

Barb Stanfern — 8 May 1999 12:00:00 GMT

I am seeking any info on a Magdeline Ford of Gainesville, Sumter Co., AL. I know that she was born here 7-18-1832.
Around 1847-48, she married a planter from SC by name of W.A. Petty. On the 1850 census for Choctaw Co., AL, Magdeline and W.A. Petty had a James Petty, age 21 living with them. According to family, she left Petty in late 1860's and left with David Lemuel Bailey, a well known plantation manager in Choctaw Co., Al. She and David raised their family of 9 children.
If you have any knowledge of either Magdeline or W.A. Petty, please contact me.

Robert Allen Poole

jedwards4_1 — 23 May 2007 6:27:24 GMT

Seeking info on my GGrandfather Robert Allen Poole, b. 02 Sep 1826, in AL, d. 28 Apr 1882 in Choctaw Co., MS. Fathers name was also Robert. This is my brick wall, any and all leads will be appreciated.

Chaney/Lewis Families

DianeBlankenstein — 26 Jan 2005 3:17:54 GMT

Would like to exchange information with others working on the CHANEY or LEWIS families of Sumter County, Alabama. Green Berry CHANEY m. Caroline HAINSWORTH in 1821 in Marengo County, Alabama. They were vast land holders & some of their land was in Sumter Counnty. Their daughter Sarah C. CHANEY married Arthur Meriwether LEWIS in Sumter 1839. They also had land in Sumter County. Arthur had an uncle Nicholas LEWIS who also was from Sumter County.
Dianne Conaway Blankenstein blankenstein@startext.net

Surnames: Eddins, Young, Hill

Darlene Bolton — 5 Jun 2001 12:00:00 GMT

Searching Sumter Co. for Mary Ann Eddins 1832-1916, buried in Panola, Sumter Co., AL and Thomas J. Young 1830-1884, buried on his land in Sumter Co., AL. Their daughter, Fannie Young 1856-1926 m. Phillip Edward Hill 1853-1925. Does anyone have any info on these Hills, Youngs, and Eddins'or their kin?

Brooks family in Sumter during the 1910 census info needed

chrisjbrooks1960 — 12 May 2007 12:22:47 GMT

I am wondering if anyone has any information on a Brooks family that lived in Alabama in 1910. I have the following people on the 1910 census in Preston, Sumter, Alabama:

John Brooks [John T Brooks] abt 1858, head of house, B.P. Mississppi
Molly Brooks abt 1858, wife, B.P. Alabama
James J Brooks abt 1887, Son, B.P. Mississippi
Sidney E Brooks abt 1892 Son, B.P. Mississppi
Jefferson S Brooks abt 1899, Son, B.P. Mississppi

Both John and son James were blacksmith at their own home shop in 1910 and Sidney was a farmer then.

On the 1920 census it showed the John Brooks household and now the James Brooks household residing in Macon, Noxubee, Mississippi.

James married Annie Dale Underwood July 3rd, 1912. Annie's father was Thomas Underwood, B.P. Alabama

Annie's B.P. is listed as Alabama on the 1920 census

I am thinking James and Annie were probably married in Alabama because on the 1920 census it has their 2 oldest daughters B.P. as Alabama but we dont know exactly where.

Mary Lucille was born in 1915 and 1917 for the Annie Mae. There is also reason to think Annie may have had another child before Mary but i cant find any records on the child other then some information given on the other children's birth certificates. There is 1 child un-accounted for per childern born to mother versus children still living if that makes sense.

Jefferson is no where to be found after the 1910 census so did he die as well we don't know.

John and Molly had at least 7 children which 2 died per the 1910 census questionaire. The 5 known were James, Sidney, Jefferson , Lillie and Mattie but we cannot find any of the Brooks family in the 1900 census to show where or who was there.

I know there is a lot of unknown information needed so anything someone could find out for me would be greatly appreciated. Thanks,

Chris

Calvert family in Sumter Co AL Isabella m. to James Litchfield 1849

litfield — 5 Jan 2006 2:59:04 GMT

I am looking for the Calvert or Litchfield families. Isabella married James in 1849 according to Sumter Co records. I cannot find their parents. Isabella was born abt 1823 and James abt ? .

Searching for Clemmons family relations from Pickens County, AL.

Virgil1955 — 6 May 2007 10:52:21 GMT

Woodson Clemmons and wife Rebeca are listed in the 1860 United States Federal Census as follows; Southern Division, Pickens, Alabama (post office is Raleigh)
Woodson Clemmons - 38, Rebeca - 36, Christopher - 10, Virgil C - 7, William T - 3 and Isabella at 8 months old.

I am looking for any descendents of the above family; I already have a very accurate family tree of Virgil C and am looking for any information on the other three children family lines and any info on Woodson and his wife Rebeca.

Benjamin F. Praytor and Mary Driskell

ddriskell130 — 1 Jan 2007 1:59:04 GMT

I am interested in information about the family of Benjamin F. Praytor and Mary Driskell, who married in Sumter County, AL in 1843. Mary's parents were Jacob Driskell and Martha "Paatsy" Meador.

Surnames, Smith, Paul, Huckabee, Vail

YSample313 — 1 May 2007 5:06:47 GMT

I am searching for information on Dr. Reuben Parker Vail, at one time he was known to be in Alabama. He was married to Lavinia ??? and they had one child by the name Jones (a female), she was born around 1857.

Any assistant would be appreciated.

Jonathan Campbell / Martha Hill

campbeed — 24 Apr 2007 5:53:43 GMT

B 1830 Sumter Co.,Al D: Avery, Red River Co, Tx
He married Martha Dec 14, 1848 B: 1831 in S.C.

I am look for their parents. Martha was Irish-Indian or Cherokee, Chickasaw. She married James M. Hayes by 1860.

Minor family of Paynesville,Sumter Co

rspencer — 24 May 2002 9:02:46 GMT

I am looking for any Minor family In Sumter Co., who might be related to Samuel Minor who appeared in 1850 Census living in Paynesville. He was 50 years of age in 1850 and his wife's name was Matilda, age 40. Children in household were William 15 b AL, Stephen I 12 b AL, Theophilas 10 b AL, Mary A 8 b AL, Eliza W 5 b AL, and Henry L 1 b AL.
Samuel was born about 1800 in PA, according to this 1850 census.

DICE - 1840 Sumter County Alabama

1thegenseeker — 22 Mar 2007 4:21:38 GMT

Attempting to locate information on the DICE family listed in Unknown Township, Sumter County, Alabama on 1840 Census.

My DICE family came from TN to AR. Can not locate in 1840 or earlier.

William DICE b. abt 1801 TN

Anyone with information, please email me at:

thegenseeker@lycos.com

Many Thanks,
Renee'

Richardson, Prestwood, Clarke, Wren

lancaster85 — 9 Oct 2002 4:58:36 GMT

I am looking for information on the family of Alexander
Richardson and Nancy Ann Elizabeth Jane Clarke and John or
Austin Prestwood and Mary Wren.I think these people lived
in Sumter County, Alabama.

Odd Fellows Cemetery

coleenhandlonshaull — 21 Feb 2007 8:35:31 GMT

I have a Elma Bullock who is buried at this cemetery nee O'Neil. Don't know the name of her husband. She died 12 June 1951. Would like to know who her husband was.

Her father is Walter O'Neil, buried at same cemetery who died 31 Aug. 1906; She is also buried with her mother Minnie who remarried a man whose surname was Clabourne. Would like to know maiden name of Minnie Clabourne (O'Neil)who died 10 August 1967.

Any help greatly appreciated.

Coleen
Michigan

family tree

Barbara Sistrunk — 4 Jul 2006 3:14:59 GMT

I would like to find out who was my parental great grandparents as well as other info on my grandfather, Ivory Holder, Sr. Please send all information that you can.

Thanks

Barbara

Stephen Smith m. Mary U. Phifer

FredERowe — 4 Jan 2007 7:35:45 GMT

I need info on these Smiths;
1. STEPHEN2 SMITH (EDWARD WARD1) was born 09 Aug 1853 in Livingston, Sumter Co, AL, and died Aft. 1883 in Livingston, Sumter Co, AL. He married MARY U. PHIFER Abt. 1874 in AL. She was born Abt. 1855 in Lincolnton, NC or AL, and died Aft. 1880 in Birmingham, AL or Livingston, Sumter Co, AL.

Notes for STEPHEN SMITH:
http://wc.rootsweb.com/cgi-bin/igm.cgi?op=GET&db=lharmon...
ID: I27765
Name: Stephen SMITH
Sex: M
Birth: 9 Aug 1853 in Livingston, Sumpter County, Alabama
Death: Y
Note: VA Historical Genealogies by John Boddie, page 358.

Father: Edward Ward SMITH b: 27 May 1825 in , Wayne County, North Carolina
Mother: Martha Ann HOUSTON b: 21 Nov 1831 in , Morgan County, Alabama

Marriage 1 Mary PHIFER b: Abt 1855 in of, , Alabama
Married: Abt 1874 in , , Alabama

More About STEPHEN SMITH:
Burial: family burial plot, Livingston, Sumter Co, AL

Child of STEPHEN SMITH and MARY PHIFER is:
i. PHIFER3 SMITH1, b. 1883, Birmingham, AL; d. 03 Nov 1958, Mentone, Dekalb Co, AL.

Notes for PHIFER SMITH:
Phifer lived in Mentone, AL at the house, "Rose Bay".
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Phifer worked in sales at Mentone's Valley Head Ice Company / Valley Head Water Works Company / Fort Payne Ice Company in Valley Head , Dekalb County, Alabama from 1945
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Phifer owned "Smith Handle and Dowel Company" in Valley Head, Dekalb Co, AL
Elmer Crow was manager circa 1944.
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Phifer Smith owned or managed? the first water powered generator in AL at Desoto Falls in Mentone, Dekalb Co, AL. Girlfriend was Kate (Craddock) Darrah, who lived in Mentone, AL.
(see Kate Craddock notes)
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same Phifer Smith?
http://library.uwa.edu/Ala_Room/FAids/tartt.asp
Item 72: Letter to Ruby P Tartt from Phifer Smith, April 10, 1943. 2l. Re: Advising her how to make money from the sale of negro songs.
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Obit
Phifer Smith, 75, a resident of Mentone for many years, died at Alexian Brothers Rest Home on Signal Mountain. Mr Smith was the son of the late Stephen and Mary Smith of Livingston, AL. He was a graduate of the University of Virginia and studied at MIT. He formerly resided in Birmingham and lived for some time in South America. Graveside services will be held at the family plot in Livingston. The body is at Wilson Funeral Home in Ft. Payne.

More About PHIFER SMITH:
Burial: Family Plot, Livingston, Sumter Co, AL
Residence: Bet. 1939 - 1945, Mentone, Dekalb Co, AL

Endnotes
1. Kate Craddock Darrah's letters.
http://worldconnect.genealogy.rootsweb.com/cgi-bin/igm.cgi?o...

Benjamin A. Matthews and Caroline Driskell

ddriskell130 — 1 Jan 2007 1:54:46 GMT

I am interested in information about the descendants of Benjamin A. Matthews and Caroline Driskell, who married in Sumter County, AL in 1853. I have some information on the Driskell family.

Directions for Oxford Pres. Church and Cemetery

C Stevens — 22 Oct 2006 3:14:58 GMT

Would anyone who lives in Sumter Co be able to give me directions to the Oxford Presbyterian church and cemetery. I have no idea if the church even still exists. Any help would be greatly appreciated.

James Beavers/Elizabeth Stephens(Stevens) in AL

Melster38 — 9 Dec 2006 8:58:25 GMT

I have been trying to locate information about this Beavers family for some time now. They married in Greene County, Alabama and lived in Sumter County, Alabama. He was born around 1811 and died around 1862 and married in 1837. Their children were Alois/Alvis, Henry/Harry, Martha, Sarah, Lafayette, Abner and maybe Suphronia--all born between 1843 and 1859. I believe there was a book written about this family or his ancestors around 1940, but have been unable to locate the name or Author of it. I would like to find his brothers, parents and any other prior information. I have most of the descendants information, but really want to keep going with this. If anyone has written a book about this family, then I would gladly like to purchase it.
If anyone has information, I would appreciate it.
email to: mdcanu@yahoo.com

Henry K. Jones

helenHandley91 — 5 Dec 2006 9:35:05 GMT

Henry K. Jones died in Sumter Co. AL in 1841, leaving a large family and a wife named Elizabeth. Would like to know her maiden name, also parents of Henry K. Jones.

Wellons in Jones Bluff

jeanwell — 19 Nov 2006 9:42:37 GMT

I am looking for a family from VA in Sumter County,AL about 1850. Family may have included William B,Susan,Mary R. and Thomas Wellons.

Brewer family

DianeMilesManley — 15 Nov 2006 5:16:17 GMT

Anyone know who Matlida Brewer's family might be? She married a Furuly Manley in 1831.
Diane

Lockwood, William J.

Crafty2u — 4 Nov 2006 4:52:35 GMT

Looking for any information regard a William J. Lockwood
born Jul 8, 1881 in NYS d. May 1958/59 in York Alabama.
Married (2nd) Maud Este or Estes. This is all the information I've got regarding my Grandfather. Can't find anything on him .

Alice Lockwood Brenner

Ancestors

Alexis — 3 Nov 2006 6:05:35 GMT

I am the descendant of the late George Robinson, who was born to Mariah Mitchell-Robinson and Robert Robinson of Emelle, Alabama in 1909. However, during years of conversations I heard there was a riot in Sumter County regarding the Robinson family. I am not sure what Robinson/Robertson family it was, because I was young when I heard of this mysterious story. If there is someone that has a family member that is between the age 70-100 "of sound mind" that knows about this story, please reply to the email above.
****Trying to resolve a conflicting story of which family of Robinson or Robertson's was involved and what caused the riot. Was it racially motivated?

marriage lookup - Molett, Brewer, Briggs - 1850s

SusanHolman55 — 23 Nov 2006 12:36:49 GMT

Looking for a possible marriage of an Emeline Molett to a Brewer between 1853 and 1855. Emeline Molett is mentioned in probate of Elkanah Briggs in 1853 then her name is Emeline Brewer in later probate dated 1855.

thanks

Greenlee(s) Land Deed

VicGreenl38 — 27 Oct 2006 6:17:11 GMT

I have info regarding a specific Deed for which I'm searching, but the County Clerk of Courts says it's not there. Is there anyone located in Livingston who goes to the Courthouse on a regular basis and would be willing to check the records for it? According to the on-line Index to Sumter County Deeds, it is in Deed Book F, 1840-1842, Index page93, deed on page 919, John Greenlee(s), was Grantee and William Greenlee(s) was Grantor. If someone is willing to look for it and can send me a copy I'm willing to reimburse you for your time and the costs.
Thank you for your help.

Key, Grizzle, Bush, Hopper, Boyd, Danner, May, Johnson

marilynwallace27 — 27 Oct 2005 1:46:05 GMT

sUMTER CO, 1800---. Looking for everyone connected to James Key, Rebecca Grizzle, John J. bush, Hoppers, boyds, Danners, Johnsons, Patrick May, Youngblood, Peavy. Many left Sumter for Kemper co., MS, then TX. OKLa, ARk. Trying to fill in these lines.

Banks, Stallings, Hitt, Dearman

donno — 31 Jul 2001 5:36:05 GMT

I am researching the above surnames from the Sumter County area; also interested in cemeteries in the area. Jesse Henry Banks is buried in Siloam Baptist Church Cemetery along with several Hitts. Any information on the above families would be greatly appreciated.

Gaston District for 1840 Census

Ross Collins — 19 Oct 2006 2:24:22 GMT

Searching for the geographical boundaries of the the Gaston District of Sumter County, AL as they were at the time of the 1840 and/or 1850 Census. Trying to locate the old home place and burial place of Meredith Collins who is listed in both the 1840 and 1850 Census for the Gaston District of Sumter County, AL.

Family Tree

Morris Harvey — 13 Oct 2006 10:46:37 GMT

I am searching for information on a Mack Smith born and or living in the Sumter County area around early 1800's. Believed to be a boot and shoe maker had 8 or more children including Matthew, Magnolia, Leonard, Leona, etc.. Please Help..

Hancocks of Sumter County

LeonardHancock24 — 9 Oct 2006 6:14:24 GMT

Am still trying to locate date of death and burial place of Joseph P. (Joe Pete) Hancock born SC, 1830 and his wife, Elizabeth. Last record found, census of 1880, they living with children in Belmont, Sumter County. Their son, Joseph P. and wife Eunice Hancock are buried at Brewersville Cemetery. Father and Mother possibly?? Any leads or information greatly appreciated. Willing to share info on this Hancock line. You may contact me direct, if you like, at sandlapperh@peoplepc.com.

Where is 1850's school named Mt. Hermon ?

ThomasHarrisonMcKnight — 3 Aug 2002 4:30:45 GMT

Trying to locate the school named Mt. Hermon that my g-grandfather William Thomas McKnight went to in the 1850's before entering the Civil War. Mt. Hermon was a private school that he attended for about 9 years.

marriage lookup please

SusanHolman44 — 1 Oct 2006 11:04:13 GMT

I'm looking for the source of the following.

Eli N. Briggs married Eliza A. Long Jan. 10, 1843 in Sumter co. AL

Any help on the source of this information would be appreciated.

Civil War Monument in Sumter County?????????

Chuck James — 6 Oct 2001 1:11:13 GMT

Is there a Civil War Monument in Sumter County?? I am Chuck James from Montgomery, Alabama. I am trying to locate and make a list of all Civil War Monuments in Alabama Counties across the state. I have not visited Sumter County as of yet and have learned that it makes it much easier to search by asking here first before I drive up and look around. I love to find those Confederate soldiers standing on a pedestal in front of the county court house. I also may find them tucked in some forgotten corner of a cemetery. Please let me know what exists in Sumter County. I have located 35 across the state so far. There are 67 Alabama Counties and I know there will not be 67 monuments. I like to visit, make photographs and record all the information on the monuments. I one day hope to make a web site listing all that exist in Alabama. I would like to compile all Civil War items of interest by county so other buffs can easily find what is out there. I appreciate your time and help.

Thanks Again
Chuck James
Montgomery, Alabama

Col. Joe Stegall Passes

Wilburn Pratt — 31 Jul 2006 12:28:33 GMT

Col. Joe Stegall passed away this week and was buried at Arlington Cem. in a military funeral. I will miss this great man very much.

Reuben Long

kdearman|M1096339 — 14 Mar 2004 3:14:08 GMT

Searching for info on Reuben Long b. Jan. 17, 1832 in Sumterville, Sumter Co., AL. He married Mary Ann Sharp or Beason. He died in Scott Co., MS. Any info would be appreciated!

Ambrose Yarbrough& Williamson Melborn early pioneers of Sumter

melaniegibbs07 — 10 Aug 2006 1:59:05 GMT

Looking for any information on Ambrose and Hardy/Handy Yarbrough of Sumter County, AL. Ambrose moved from Jackson County, GA ca 1830. He may have been the brother of Joseph and Elizabeth Edwards Yarbrough of NC, Laurens County, GA and lastly Jackson County, GA.

One of Joseph and Elizabeth's daughters married Williamson Melborn/Milburn/Melburn. This is proved by an agreement signed in Jackson County on Oct 11, 1830 and recorded August 14, 1846 in Jackson County, GA having to do with the heirs of Joseph Yarbrough. Another one of Joseph and Elizabeth's daughters married a Joel Culpeper as proved by the same document.

Ambrose Yarbrough, Hardy Yarbrough and Wm. Melborn were living side by side in Sumter County, AL in 1840.

Is anyone researching these people?

William Webb

Joe Webb — 12 Aug 2006 12:08:41 GMT

Seeking info on William Webb...may have been born in Sumter County around 1840

Joe Webb jkw599@aol.com

Wiley R. Williams /Martha (Marthie) Bledsoe

Grits4u2 — 11 Aug 2006 10:32:17 GMT

I am looking for information on Wiley R. Williams who married Martha (Marthie) Bledsoe in April of 1850's. Martha's father was Yancey Bledose and her brother was Yancey D. Bledsoe. I have been told that Wiley had a brother named Abijah, But I only see a brother for Abijah listed as Wiley P. Williams. Would Abijah have had two brothers names Wiley? Wiley and Martha moved to Clarke County Mississippi in the 1860's and had several children. My Great great grandfather's name was wiley born 1860 the son of wiley and martha. I have had a hard time trying to find who to connect Wiley R. Williams to. Any information would be great!!! thanks

Williams

Sonora Williams — 12 Sep 2000 12:00:00 GMT

I am looking for info on the Williams family in Sumter County. My family was from around Cuba and York. My dad was Glenn Williams, my grandad was Grover Cleveland, aka GC, aka Cliff, his dad was Kyler Williams, I am most interested in info on Kyler's parents. All I know is that he was Cherokee Indian from South Carolinaand and was an overseer of slaves before the war and after the war became a doctor and lived in Sumter County.

William B. Hutton - Co B, 5th Alabama Battalion

Brent Reidenbach — 17 Sep 2005 9:32:37 GMT

To Whom It May Concern,

My name is Brent Reidenbach and I’m currently doing research on the known Confederate soldiers that are buried in Spotsylvania Confederate Cemetery in Spotsylvania Court House, Virginia.

I’m currently looking for descendants of a William B. Hutton that served in Co B, 5th Alabama Battalion. According to his service records at the National Archives, William Hutton enlisted on 26 May 1861 in Sumter County, Alabama as a Corporal. He was promoted to Sergeant on 1 October 1862. Promoted to Junion 2nd Lieutenant on 22 January 1863. He was killed on 3 May 1863 at Chancellorsville, Virginia.

Any further information such as pictures, letters and/or diaries would be greatly appreciated. You may email me at coachr_71@yahoo.com with the subject line referencing William Hutton.

Very Respectfully,
Brent Reidenbach

Warsaw - City - Sumter County - AL

joannjdgrn — 5 Aug 2006 10:21:17 GMT

Greetings

This e-mail is to request assistance in determing if the town/city of Warsaw AL still exist. I have been doing reseach on the WESTON Family and discovered that my great, great,great grandfather resident according to the1880 Cesnus Record was Warsaw, Sumter, Alabama. However, when looking at maps dated in the 1800-1870s, I see the county of Sumter in Alabama but I have not been able to locate the city/town of Warsaw.

SIMMS/SIMS,Benjamin

jenniferSIMS — 17 Jul 2000 12:00:00 GMT

Hi...I'm tracking Benjamin SIMMS/SIMS father of Augustus P. SIMS, b. 1797/8, d. in Scott, Co. MS. IGI has him in 1835 Sumter, AL. Anyone heard of him?:) jenniferSIMS

1834 VOTING DISTRICT - MILTON

JBroadhead4650 — 30 Jul 2006 9:37:48 GMT

Made a mistake - re Elias Sturdivant. I did find him in 1835 voting in Milton and in 1836 Sumter Co., Al. Land Records. That is the 3 places I have seen his name but have no idea who he was.

1834 VOTEING DISTRICT - MILTON

JBroadhead4650 — 30 Jul 2006 9:35:36 GMT

Could someone tell me where, in Sumter Co., was the location of the voting district designated as "Milton" for
March 3, 1834? There were 3 men listed that I am interested in: Dempsey Sturdivant, Jesse Jackson and Elias Sturdivant. This is the only place that I have found the name of Elias
Sturdivant and I would like to know if he was brother, etc., to Dempsey.

Any information would be most appreciated.

Sumter County Look up please?

Mary Allen Murphy — 30 Jun 2006 3:12:25 GMT

I was wondering if anyone could please look up a marriage in this county for 1846 or about then? It would have been between Levi R. Ivey and Amanda Dulcenna Wardlow. I would greatly appreciate it, and if anyone else is researching either of these two names, I would love to share information.

Thank you very much,

Mary Allen Valentine Murphy,
GGgrandaugther of Levi and Amanda, who removed to Mississippi, in/around Lincoln County. Amanda is buried there, but Levi is not.

Gray Family

MickiBurleson — 23 Jul 2001 12:14:40 GMT

According to Indian War Pension MARION MADISON GRAY died "near Millville" on November 3, 1856. Prior to 1856 he was in Campbell Co., Ga in 1840 and Randolph Co., ala in 1850 with his wife Lucy Ann KIDD. After his death she and children moved on to Franklin County, Ala. Children were Jane, Allard (married a SMITH), James Lewis married Mary Jane RUSSELL, Malinda, Oliver, Lucy and John. Did Jane or Allard marry in Millville? Is there a listing of those buried at Millville? Thanks for any help. Micki J. Burleson, Granbury, Tx.

Brewersville Cemetery - Photo Needed

cepatton77 — 15 Jan 2006 9:20:33 GMT

If someone could take a digital picture of Joseph Patton's tombstone located in the Brewersville Cemetery next to the Christian Valley Baptist Church (7 miles from Livingston) and email it to me, I would certainly appreciate it. I am located in North Carolina and I just don't know when I could ever get there..... Thanks again, Charlie

SUMTER CO. COURT RECORDS

Joann — 6 Jun 2006 6:54:08 GMT

I was told by employees in the Courthouse that no records had been microfilmed, books were everywhere, and no one could look for them....I suppose including researchers who would not mind doing so. Does anyone know how I could read court cases for the year 1838 or find a book, microfilm, etc. that contained that information?

Patience Turner

Ed Turner — 30 May 2006 10:52:54 GMT

Attempting to locate any information on my ggg-grandmother, Patience Turner b: about 1792 in South Carolina (according to census records) d: belived to be about 1852 or 1853. Reported living in Gaston, Sumter county, Alabama in the 1850 census. She had 7 children living with her 3 boys and 4 girls, Phenelope, James, Susan, Polly, William P. (W.P.), Doct Lewis, and Charlotte. I have a lot of information on the children but very little on Patience. Would appreciate any information on place of death and/or burial on her. Thank you

Byrd, Rushing, Cameron, Leard, Lancaster, Green

@@bcampbel@sumternet.com — 29 Jun 2005 1:45:12 GMT

Researching BYRD, CAMERON, GREEN, RUSHING, LANCASTER, and LEARD families in Sumter County. Plus, have connections to many others, including HITT, TATE, and lots of families from the York and Siloam areas. Would love to trade info with anyone.

Richard P. Chisholm

Teresa — 16 May 2006 3:07:37 GMT

Seeking any information on Richard P. Chisholm in Sumter County in 1840.

Thank you!!!

Teresa Chisum Ellison

polly speight

lindagarrett40 — 12 May 2006 9:45:43 GMT

Could anyone help me in finding any information on these people?
POLLY SPEIGHT borned 1860
DAUGHTER - POLLY SPEIGHT borned 1906
Her 2 children
MARY E. Hill borned 1922
EDDIE HILL borned 1924
Any information you could help me would be very appriciated.
my email missd55@aol.com
Thank you
LINDA

The Death of Napoleon B Sherard (1827-1859)

jerryandemmaabq — 21 Jan 2005 2:53:13 GMT

Roberts/Branch genealogy

Bill — 17 Apr 2006 12:25:22 GMT

I have information that William Roberts married Susan Branch in Sumpter County in about 1854. Wanting to tie this couple to Turner Roberts. 1870 Scott County Ms lists William and Susan Roberts and a 6 years old son -but I cant make out the name - could be Turner or Truman or some such name. Turner Robers (my gggrandfather is living with Charles Chitty in the 1880 Lauderdale, MS census.

Any information would be helpful

Burial place for John Matthews

BarbaraMatthews13 — 4 Apr 2006 1:19:08 GMT

Help please!!! I'm looking for the burial place of John Matthews (listed below) We know he died in Sumter, AL but would like to know if anyone happens to know where he is buried...

I have a copy of his Rev War Pension Request on my web site at: http://freepages.family.rootsweb.com/~bamsdragon/warsnwills/...

John MATTHEWS
Birth: 30 DEC 1760 in , Cumberland County, North Carolina
Death: ABT 1833 in , Sumter, Alabama
Residence: Eutaw, Greene, Alabama

Marriage 1 Lydia (MATTHEWS) b: 26 NOV 1773 in , , North Carolina
Married: 1790
Children
Isaac MATTHEWS b: 22 JUN 1792
John MATTHEWS b: 2 AUG 1795
Sarah MATTHEWS b: 18 JAN 1798
Robert MATTHEWS b: 27 APR 1800
Ann MATTHEWS b: 16 APR 1802
Thomas L MATTHEWS b: 23 JUN 1804
Margaret F MATTHEWS b: 23 JUL 1806 in , Greenville County, South Carolina
Jacob W MATTHEWS b: 11 OCT 1808 in Pendleton, Anderson, South Carolina
Mary MATTHEWS b: 22 MAY 1811
William Charles MATTHEWS b: 30 JAN 1814 in , Greenville County, South Carolina
James MATTHEWS b: 11 MAY 1816
Elizabeth MATTHEWS b: 25 FEB 1819

Old Side Baptist Church, Sumter Co., Al

jsg0770 — 11 Mar 2006 2:42:13 GMT

Looking for any information on the Old Side Baptist
Church, Sumter Co., Al. founded about 1833.

Please email me at: racecarfan@gcstation.net

Sumter Co., Cemeteries

Sue Godfrey — 10 Apr 2006 1:54:40 GMT

See <www.trackingyourroots.com/data/sumtercems.htm>;
for listing of Sumter Co., cemeteries along with lists of stones. I have found several relatives in this list.

Tartt Family

Sue Godfrey — 8 Apr 2006 9:13:10 GMT

Noticed in other research Tartt Information at UWA Library. <library.uwa.edu/Ala_Room/FAids/Sumter_County_History.> "Tartt Family" & Tartt, Ruby Pickens. May be helpful.

Manley Family in 1840

DianeMilesManley — 15 Nov 2006 5:16:17 GMT

Does anyone know anything about the Furney Manley family in Sumter county?Would like to know anything about this family.
I'm looking for George W. Manley born in Ala. about 1834. He was in Choctaw co. in 186o,living with him is his wife Matilda (Sturdivant),J.Manley, a child with the last name of Ramsey. We have searched everywhere including his Civil War records and can't find his parents or any family. He had one son born just before he went to war. If he hadn't had this son we wouldn't be here. There was just the one child to this marriage and two weeks after joining the war he was shot and died 6th of June 1862. Wife filed for a pension and never got any.
Thanks for any help.
Diane

Matthews

Ruth Scruggs — 15 Feb 2004 8:38:29 GMT

I am looking for information on a John Matthews, born Moore Co. N.C.1760; who is trying to get a pension from serving in the Rev. War. He states he had lived in Hall Co. Ga.now Sumter Co. Ala. Trying to prove who his parents are, grandparents possibly Thomas and Mary Matthews, Cumberland Co. N.C. Any help appreciated. Ruth M. Scruggs

Barrett Children

Sue Godfrey — 26 Mar 2006 5:59:15 GMT

Dr. John S. Barrett dob 18 June 1782 dod 14 Nov 1856 & Ann B. Barrett (wife of Dr. John) dob 9 Jul 1791 dod 2 Mar 1857. Both died in Gainesville, AL. and are listed as buried in Old Gainesville Cemetery. Looking for names of children. Have only Elizabeth & Ann B. (dob 1809) Were there any more?