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nixon line

idella43 — 2009-09-21 03:39:11Z

has anyone out there researched the samuel nixon line that was in lee co. idella

LOOKING FOR: Lone Pine Cemetery AKA Newbern cemetery

JoelHewitt55 — 2009-09-07 14:37:20Z

Looking for the burial spot of my Revolutionary Soldier Thomas Newbern RS or his son by same name, I have read he is buried in
Lone Pine cemetery but county was not mentioned

If there is a Lone Pine and/or Newbern cemetery in YOUR county please contact me with location / directions etc

Thanks
Joel Newbern Hewitt

Re: African-Americans in Lee County

WEALTHYAT50 — 2009-08-22 02:44:00Z

Hello,

I read your post and I have been researching my family but I came to a standstill with 1880. My g-grandfather was Marshal Mathis born in Lee county about 1866 to a Marshal Mathis and I am unsure of his mothers name. I would like to believe Marshal Mathis in the 1880 census is his father however I can not be sure. My g-grandfather moved to and died in Terrell county, I can trace him until his death in 1922. If you have any information that would be of assistance to me I would greatly appreciate it.

1840 Lee County Census Online

cgayers — 2009-08-19 14:28:34Z

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Re: African-Americans in Lee County

beverlyhand10 — 2009-06-27 02:05:32Z

i have the book the history of lee county and it mainly focus on the white families in the area at that time, but it also mention some plantations by name and owner and also listed in the back of the book are cemetery listings and marriage listings which may be helpful. you may want to also look at terrell county for your family. it seems as if some people left lee county and went to terrell county.

Re: African-Americans in Lee County

beverlyhand10 — 2009-06-27 01:39:07Z

if you email me at bevhan@aol.com and let me know what information you are looking for as far as the brannon name is concern i will try to help you and pass on any information i have.

Re: African-Americans in Lee County

carolwarren94 — 2009-06-26 22:58:56Z

Beverly, I am researching (w/little success) WEELDON/WHILDEN/WEEDEN/WHELDON surame of SC and have all of the surnames you listed somehow connected.
My ggrands settled in Wilmington, NC, but have seen same
surnames listed in GA.
Hoping you are still researching and will get back to me---
especially interested in the BRANNON surname.
Sincerely,
carol wheeldin warren.

1850 Lee County Census Online

cgayers — 2009-06-17 16:43:38Z

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Re: African-Americans in Lee County

carolwarren94 — 2009-06-14 22:56:20Z

Hello,
I am having a most difficult time connecting w/anyone----
I am researching WEEDEN/WHILDEN/WEELDON/WHELDON AA/Native surnames starting from my ggrandfather, WM LAWRENCE WEELDON,
Black, born in 1829 SC--------that is all the info I have on him until he is found in 1870 Wilmington, NC w/wife, CHARATA BROWN, Native, born 1833 NC.
The surname has 26 spellings that I have found, including:
WHEEDEN, WHELDON, WELDON, WHEDEN, WEDEN.
Could there possibly be any descendants out there?
Sincerely,
carol wheeldin warren.

1910 Lee County, ED 57 Census Online

cgayers — 2008-12-21 02:59:40Z

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1910 Lee County, ED 57
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Re: Powell in Lee Co. GA 1800's

conniebozeman2 — 2008-11-12 18:55:41Z

I can tell you some about Elizabeth Bozeman who married a Dennis Powell of Lee Co. Email me directly at cbozeman2@bellsouth.net

Re: Dennis Powell B. in Lee Co?

conniebozeman2 — 2008-11-12 18:54:02Z

please email me directly about Dennis Powell and the Bozeman connection
cbozeman2@bellsouth.net

Re: Mason Tiller

barbaravirgil — 2008-09-16 05:14:55Z

Hi my name is Barbara Williams,my husbands gggggrandfather was Samuel L Williams brother. I know that Samuel married Amanda E Tiller inJasper Co Ga . I have a copy of the cert. I would like to know her mothers name, I know that Mason remarried during the civil war. Did she have any sisters & brothers? I know that she,Amanda died in 1885 in either Terrell or Sumter Co . Any infomation that you would be willing to share would be greatly appreciated. Hope to hear
from you soon. My email address is barbaravirgil@hotmail.com Thanks, Barbara Williams

The Brim Family

bobbylinzey — 2008-05-17 00:36:35Z

My wife's family The Brims have lived in Lee county from time to time...her grandfather was Grover Cleveland Brim...His father was John Henry Brim...
If there is anyone out there that may have any info on the Brims I will appreciate hearing from you.
my email address is bobbylinzey@aol.com
Thanks,
Bobby Linzey

Abraham and Thelma Phillips

wendybrun — 2008-03-23 03:27:52Z

I am looking for any descendant of Abraham and Thelma Johnson Phillips of Lee County. Abraham died 1960 and Thelma dies 1969. Thelma is buried in Zion Hope Cemetery of Lee County.

Re: HUNTER FAMILY

wendybrun — 2008-03-23 03:17:00Z

Thank you, I am going to visit Lee County Courthouse to see if this is the woman my uncle was suppose to marry in 1930 and go from there. The only reason I am trying to find out about her is because the woman he was engaged to marry was pregnant and I am trying to locate the daughter.

Thanks again

Re: 1827 GA Land Lottery

AnneWhite58 — 2004-05-03 22:46:23Z

I did find a response to a similar question on this message board. Response was from SunniMontgomery@aol.com on 2/22/2003.

The response eleded to the 'Authentic List of All Land Lottery Grants Made to Veterans of the Revolutionary War by the State of Georgia' which is online. It gives some more detail, but no link is provided. I was able to find this easily and to get other information from the Georgia Secretary of State.

Unfortunately my 'fortunate drawer' was not a veteran of the revolution and I am stuck again.

Re: Gills in 11th Regiment

2006-10-30 16:54:34Z

I have quite a bit of info on William C. Gill & his family. I am on vacation and cannot access my records now, but if you'll e-mail me at bluehat@cox.net, I will reply when I get home. Three of his children married and went to Navarro Co. TX about 1873.
Donna

Re: Cleages

plandwehr — 2007-10-28 18:28:10Z

Rachel,
My great grandfather's brother, Virgil Abner Clegg,lived in Lee County. He was a farmer and was elected to the Georgia State Legislature around 1879-1880. Apparently, he also had a store in Lee County and was postmaster in his area -- here are a couple of items from THE ATLANTA CONSTITUTION:
THE ATLANTA CONSTITUTION, April 8, 1888, page 2
Lee County is developing so rapidly that the post office department feels justified in establishing two new post offices in the Redbone district of that county. One has been placed at the old Shackleford place, and will be called Earl, with Frank Mims as the postmaster. The other is at Clegg's store, and is called Quincy, with V. A. Clegg as postmaster.
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From THE DAILY CONSTITUTION, June 6, 1879, page 3, "Roundabout in Georgia" column
---The Sumter Republican learns that Hon. V. A. Clegg, of Lee County, has harvested this year nine hundred bushels of wheat.

Hope this helps.
Pat Landwehr

1830 Lee County Census Online

cgayers — 2008-02-10 15:34:09Z

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1830 Lee County
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Links to Lee Co Ga research

winn — 2007-06-15 13:05:32Z

Lee County Historical Society
Box 393
Leesburg, GA 31763

Rootsweb Lee County website
www.rootsweb.com/~galee

Family History Library Catalog, list of Lee Co., Ga. records available
http://www.familysearch.org/Eng/Library/fhlcatalog/supermain...

Other links that might help with Lee County GA research:

http://www.mygeorgiagenealogy.com/ga_county/lee.htm

http://www.genealogylinks.net/usa/georgia/lee.htm

http://freepages.genealogy.rootsweb.com/~ajac/galee.htm (Af. American data)

Cemetery Locations via Map
http://www.epodunk.com/cgi-bin/genInfo.php?locIndex=8044

HISTORY AND GENEALOGY Lee County Related Links
http://www.cviog.uga.edu/Projects/gainfo/leelinks2.htm

Re: Brig General Rezin Beall

winn — 2007-06-14 22:24:02Z

This is the link to the Lee Co. website
http://www.rootsweb.com/~galee/

Re: Brig General Rezin Beall

winn — 2007-06-14 22:19:54Z

Don't forget to look for each spelling.

Here is a little info.

Name: Reason Bealle
Spouse: Eliza Stalling
Marriage Date: 5 Jul 1805
Marriage County: Columbia
Marriage State: Georgia

Name: Rezon Bealle
Spouse: Elizabeth Bailey
Marriage Date: 8 Jul 1823
Marriage County: Warren
Marriage State: Georgia

1850 Census of Dooly Co., GA. 24th district
Enumerated the 24th of Sept 1850 by Arthur Blue
286 286 James Bealle 38 male Farmer RE $15,400 born GA
Verlinda Towns 45 F born in GA
Theresa Ann Town 17 F born in Al.
Agustus Towns 10 M born in GA

268 268 William F. Bealle 23 M Farmer RE $4,500 born GA.
no other person in household

1850 Macon Bibb Co., GA. census
N H Beal Age: 51 b abt 1799 Georgia
M F Beal Age: 42 b abt 1808 Georgia

Re: BARFIELD, Levi & Soloman

georgebarfield38 — 2007-12-01 21:49:11Z

Hi, this is in repley to Barfield, Levi Solomon....Many years I ran into stumps and could get nowhere because the Levi that everyone said was the father of Solomon (b) 1811 in NC (m) Elvina Powell died several years before this date. I think 1807. Anyway I finally realized that Cader Barfield on the 1840 census was a brother of Solomon and when I started seraching him I found that the Father of both Cader, and Solomon was Willis, the son of Levi. And their mother was Elizabeth the one listed on the 1840 Census as being born in NC. There are two listings for ladies named Elizabeth Barfield about the same age, one is from S.C. and is the mother of the Macon Barfields, The Elizabeth that is living in the house with Edmond Barfield is the mother of Solomon, Levi that is living next door to Solomon, and Edmond. When I realized this then my family line fit together completely. Hope this helps you.

Re: Brig General Rezin Beall

Realityexcaper — 2007-06-14 20:18:35Z

I have the History of Lee County, Georgia book and the following is in there regarding Jane Sheppard Beall:

Janes

William Janes born 1733 and his wife, Alisa Paine married 1748. Their children William, Thomas, John, Samuel, David, one daughter, name unknown.

Thomas Janes (son of William and Alisa) lived in Richmond, VA. He was an architect of some distinction and many of the buildings now standing were erected under his supervision. He became wealthy and died in the prime of his manhood.

Thomas James, born in the neighborhood of Richmond, 1752, his wife Miss Roems, born 1758, married about 1769 near Petersburg. Their Children: William, b. Dec 9, 1771, m. Selah Gresham; Susan, b. 1773, no other record, Lavicia, b. 1775.

William Janes, son of Thomas of the Southern branch of the family was born near Petersburg, VA and early moved to Wilkes County, GA in 1791, he was a planter and merchant. He became wealthy and possessed of influence. He was highly esteemed for his many natural influences and Christian graces and his uniform benevolences. He married Selah Gresham, Jan 31, 1793. He died July 9, 1827. Their children:

(1)Thomas G, Janes, m. Miss West; (2) Absalom Janes; m. Cordelia Callaway; (3) Susan Janes, b. 1773, m. Jesse Callaway (4) Elizabeth Janes, m. Robert Gibson; (5) Edward Janes, b May 31, 1806 m. 1st Miss Callaway, 2nd Miss Jane Sheppard Beall (they had daughter named Lovivia, too - m Mark Glass, 3rd. Miss Ragan, daughter of Moses Ragan, son of David Ragan, son of Jonathan Ragan who was Revolutionary, died 1813, Oglethorpe County, left will, also had son, Nathaniel Ragan, married Elizabeth Ray Griffin; (6) Archibald Janes, b. Oct 7 1804, m. Sarah Ann Johnston; (7) William Janes, m. Rebecca Mercer, daughter of John Mercer; (8) Simeon James m. Elizabeth Gresham; (9) Lovicia James, b. 1811 m. Dr. L. B. Mercer, son of John Mercer, 2nd wife Mary Anne Hilsman; (10) Selah G. Janes, m. Rev. W. D. Cowdry, b. 1803, m.1832, died 1864 near Blakely, GA; (11)David H. Janes, m. Frances Lamar; (12)Mary Janes, m. Dr. E. R. Richardson

There are lengthy sketches of the Janes family back to French origin, but this sketch has been limited to those in Lee County, Georgia

Hope this helps a little bit

Re: White's in Lee County -? - 1847

Realityexcaper — 2007-05-27 19:42:25Z

I have the History of Lee County, Georgia Book and did not find any of the Whites you are seeking listed in the book. If I come up with anything I will let you know.

Re: HUNTER FAMILY

mariwalt22 — 2008-03-10 19:47:38Z

Like I said before, my information about the Hunters is limited due to my ggrand father passing in 1905. My gmother was born in 1902. Therefore, my gmother was only 3 years old when her father, Eugene Hunter died. My gmother was raised by her mother and step father. I am researching the Hunter side of my family but can only give you information that I find doing research. I only have information about Thelma that I found in the 1930 census. At that time she was still in Lee County, Georgia. This is all the information I have about Thelma.

Re: HUNTER FAMILY

mariwalt22 — 2008-03-06 17:55:23Z

The Hunter side of my family is very limited. My grandmother was conceived in 1902 and her father, Eugene, died September 11, 1905. She did however, knew his family. The Thelma you are inquiring about is the daughter of Miller Hunter. I don't know what happened to Miller. I can only assume he died before 1920. And you know of course, Georgia did not keep any records of birth and death until after 1919. I found Thelma with her mother, the former Precious Williams, and her new husband, Sam Robinson (Roberson). I found Thelma as Thelma Lee Hunter in 1920 and Thelma Roberson with her mother and step father in 1930. This is all of the information I have about Thelma. You have more up to date information than I have. I never knew, and my grandmother never knew what happened to the Hunters since her father died when she was very young. Sorry I can't be of more help. But keep me posted if you find any information about her descendants. Thanks

Re: HUNTER FAMILY

wendybrun — 2008-03-06 16:09:43Z

Hi,

Do you know if Thelma moved to Michigan and if she had a daughter (name may be Kathleen or Kate).

WB

Re: HUNTER FAMILY

wendybrun — 2008-03-10 03:10:45Z

Did Thelma and her family move from Lee County? If they left the area, do you have any idea where they lived after leaving Georgia.

Re: African-Americans in Lee County

wendybrun — 2008-02-17 07:57:52Z

Ollie Wright-Williams wrote a book about her family called "Twisted Roots" and the book contains some information on the Styles. I know a little about the Styles who married into the Wright Family. Also, Covin is a name I am somewhat familiar with for my great-aunt married Shep Miles who was related to the Covins. I believe that many are buried in Macedonia Cemetery in Lee County (outside Smithville).

Re: African-Americans in Lee County

JohnnyAllen99 — 2007-10-28 16:50:49Z

For a large list of African-American marriages in Lee County, go to: www.columbuslibrary.org
(Columbus, Georgia)

Hickey

woodsgranny — 2007-04-27 00:05:27Z

Looking for info on Major Hickey married to Dicy Shones.They were married Jan.30,1883 in Lee Co.GA.Thanks, woodsgranny

Re: African-Americans in Lee County

cobina601 — 2007-10-28 15:05:36Z

Rachel...I am searching for John and Mary JOHNSON. I know only that they originate from GA, county unknown, but their children were: John, Jr., Charles, WARD HOLT JOHNSON, and Luther. All b. in mid 1860's to early 1870's. They moved to AR and are shown on a census in Saline Co, AR. ANY information would be appreciated. Not sure of race, but know there is white, but possibly black or Indian? Thanks so much. Brenda cobina60@comcast.net

Jester - Heisler

vvgbsn611 — 2007-06-23 03:11:05Z

In the 1830 and 1840 census for Lee County, the Nathan Jester family was found. My James Heisler family is also from Lee County. Both families migrated to Coosa County, Ala. and show up in 1850 census. James is married to Telitha Jester, brother William H is married to her sister Mary Caroline and when Mary Caroline and Telitha die, Sarah Jane, a third daughter marries James and raises all three sets of children (hers with James, Telitha's and Mary Carolines. Can anyone suggest where I might look to find info on these two families prior to 1849?
Is there a book on families? tax records or anything? I am having trouble finding printed material on this county.

Re: African-Americans in Lee County

resah_research — 2008-02-18 02:52:14Z

Hi Brenda,

I'm sorry don't recognize the names of your Johnson family relatives. If I come across anything later on I'll let you know.

Best regards,

Rachel

Cleages

resah_research — 2007-10-28 05:21:49Z

Has anyone heard of a place -- a town, rural area or a plantation perhaps -- called Cleages in or near Lee County, Georgia? My grandfather, Dock Freeney, was born there but I have never been able to find it on it map. I believe I have the spelling right, but I'm not certain.

Rachel

Re: Leesburg - Grants, Wm, Augustus, Dan

resah_research — 2007-10-28 05:09:04Z

Dear Barbara,

I have some Grants in my family from Leesburg (African Americans), but the dates I have are a bit earlier than yours.

My gg grandfather was named Robert Grant and he was born around 1810. He married a woman named Mariah and had at least 3 children with her. A son, Willoughby (sometimes listed as William) Grant who was born in 1856; a daughter Eliza Grant born in 1857 and a daughter Hester Grant born in 1863.

If any of these names correspond with the information you have about your family, please let me know.

All the best,

Rachel

Re: African-Americans in Lee County

resah_research — 2007-10-28 05:01:33Z

Dear Friends,

My family goes back many generations in Lee County, Georgia. I have found a lot of helpful information in the census materials but I am still trying to fill in a lot of blank spaces. My grandparents were Dock Freeney and Ella Lee Harris Freeney. They left Leesburg for Macon, GA around 1915 and then moved to Chicago around 1927. My family surnames include: Harris, Freeney/Frennie/Phreney, Drake, Mackinton/McIntyre, Grant, Hooper, Styles, Stewart, James, Louda, Daniel, Heard, Carter, Middleton, Johnson, Butler, Burton and Covin. For some of the surnames I have a lot of info and for others very little. But I would be very happy to correspond with anyone who recognizes any of these family names. Thank you.

Rachel

Re: Cleages

resah_research — 2007-10-28 23:24:34Z

Hi Pat,

Thanks very much for this information. It sounds like this may be the connection I'm looking for. Do you know if your great grandfather's brother -- or anyone else in his family -- owned land that perhaps had tenant farmers or sharecroppers? I assume that the connection between the Clegg name and my grandfather's people may have been tenancy, although I'm not sure. I'm hoping to go down to Lee Cty sometime in the spring to do more research. I appreciate whatever info you can share.

Rachel

Re: African-Americans in Lee County

resah_research — 2007-10-28 23:13:29Z

Thanks for the info.

Re: Byne Plantation

GAILFINNEGAN1 — 2007-09-25 06:56:29Z

who was your grandfather- please send family tree Gail ELFINNO2004@yahoo.com

Re: Byne Plantation

GAILFINNEGAN1 — 2007-09-25 06:54:18Z

I am decended from Griffins- can you tell me more Gail Griffin Finnegan ELFINNO2004@yahoo.com

Lashley family

rdgoodwin421 — 2008-03-01 01:37:55Z

I am researching the Lashley family. In 1850 they lived in Palmyra, Lee county Georgia. Their names were William Lashley Sr and his wife Elizabeth. They had 7 children all born in Lee County. Their names were: David, Lemuel (Elemuel),Harmon,James,Rebecca,Rissa and Louis. Any information on this family would be greatly appreciated. Thank You and good hunting.Please e-mail me at:rdgoodwin42@hotmail.com

Sadler

walkerchet — 2007-09-05 19:47:47Z

Seeking info on the Sadler name in Lee Co., GA. Thophilus Sadler (1810-1865) moved there and had a son, William Thophilus (1839-1883)who lived and died there. He had 6 children born there.

Re: Brig General Rezin Beall

walkerchet — 2007-06-24 14:27:10Z

This is very helpful! Thank you very much. It appears to clear up one prevalent error--That Jane Sheppard Beall married Edward Janes not Edward Jones which is what I have seen on several trees. My grandmother in a family history writing indicated that Jane's parents moved to Lee County, GA. There should be Bealls buried there. Any ideas on researching this or anything else about the Beall name in Lee Co?

Brig General Rezin Beall

walkerchet — 2007-06-14 17:56:42Z

Seeking information on Brigadier General Rezin Beall and wife Martha.
Moved from VA, to Lee Co.,GA after Rev War. 4 daughters-- Jane Sheppard Beall, Eliza Ann Beall, Artimesia Beall, and Valinda Beall. In mid 1900's descendants were living in Macon, Albany, and Griffin.

Re: Barfield's

treeshaper — 2007-08-30 16:30:39Z

I am related to Soloman barfield and he was married to Elvia and born in NC-
they had a son named moses who had a son named king soloman who had a daughter named nellie who was my grandma.

Re: BARFIELD, Levi & Soloman

treeshaper — 2007-08-30 16:24:33Z

Hi,
i saw Levy Barfield too searching forfamily and feel like he is related to me....
with his possible son Soloman Barfield who married to Elvina
with their son Levi 10 yrs old.
Also on this 1860 record i saw other siblings that were Rosy 14, martha 12, greenberry 7, roda 5, and moses 4.
This particular Moses age 4, is my gg-grandpa.

Im not sure about Levy- he is still questionalbe in my tree???
Any info on him that you have would be appreciated.
M`

White's in Lee County -? - 1847

huckabyl — 2007-05-27 19:04:48Z

I'm looking for any nformation regarding Richard Davis White. I know that he had 2 children born in Lee County 1845 & 1847 and that he went to Henry Co. AL in 1847......I have not been able to find exact birth date, wife's name (mother of the 2 children) If he had any siblings or any ancestor information. I understand that the courthouse burned in 1850 .... If any one could direct me to any other source to search for information it would be greatly appreaciated.