Mercer - Family History & Genealogy Message Board

Fred Babcock

melody81456 — 23 Feb 2007 10:02:13 GMT

I am looking for information regarding Fred Babcock. He was born on 27 May 1899. He died in September 1981 in Aledo, Mercer County, IL.

I am trying to see if he connects with some other information I have.

Thank you.

Allen Family or Agy family

Tymbra Weets — 23 Aug 2006 4:21:35 GMT

I am looking for someone to share inoformation with about John h Allen and Mary E Terry. Also George Agy. Anyone connected.

Libbys and Shaws in Mercer County

BabsBedell — 9 Mar 2008 12:12:47 GMT

Abraham Libby (b: Dec 10 1784 in Maine d: Jun 4 1848 in Mercer Co.) and Phebe Moulton (b:Maine d: Aug 14 1841 probably Mercer Co.) migrated from Maine to Illinois about 1840. Abraham served as a minister with the Methodist Espiscopal church. Their daughter, Phebe Ann Libby Shaw (b: Oct 24 1831 Maine d: Oct 8 1892 Kansas) appears with her sister Olive Farrall in the 1860 census, occupation: Common School Teacher.

Levi Shaw (b:Feb 3 1802 Newark, NJ d: Feb 22 1864 in Mercer Co) was married to Martha Metzler before they moved to Illinois. Their son, Velzer (sometimes misspelled Valser or Delzer) (b: Jun 9 1837 in Berlin, IL? d: Feb 18 1934 in Kansas) It's possible that Levi's father William G. Shaw (1752-?) also made the trip to Mercer County.

It appears the County Death records start with 1877. Are there any records before then? I don't know what cemetary anyone was buried in.

I'm hoping someone might have some information on this line or that I might find a family connection.

William Fuller Biography

Marnamjw — 2 Jul 2006 3:24:49 GMT

William Fuller farmer,Suez Twp.Mercer County, was born in
New Boston Twp. Mercer County, October 27,1843, a son of
Jefferson and Tabitha (Libby) Fuller, natives of the State of Maine, who drove from that state, to Mercer County,
Illinois, arriving in 1841 and settling in New Boston Twp.
in 1842. Here Jefferson Fuller farmed until his retirement
to Aledo, where he died in 1898. William Fuller was married Feb. 20,1867 to Johanna, daughter of Hugh and Lydia A. Brown. they have two sons Elmer and Edgar C. In 1867 Mr.Fuller moved to Suez Twp. where he has since been engaged in farming and stock raising and now owns 240 acres of excellent land. He enlisted in Company H. Eighty Fourth
Illinois Volunteer Infantry July 24, 1862 and was assigned
to the Army of the Cumberland and particpated in many
engagements, the most important of them being Stone River,
where he was wounded and incapacitated for duty for ten
months; Resaca, Peach Tree Creek, Jonesboro, Lovejoy Station, Seige of Atlanta, Franklin and Nashville. He was
discharged in Springfield in June 1865. Politically, he is
a leading Republician and is amember of the Republican
County Central Committee from Suez Twp. He is a member of the Warren Shedd Post No.262 G.A.R. Aledo.

1891 School Photo

swederaven — 30 Sep 2002 3:41:03 GMT

I have an 1891 school photo, apparently taken in Ohio Grove Township, MERCER COUNTY, Illinois. There are 23 children from 9 families in the photo, plus teacher Travis Wright.
Emma Cowan, Floy McPherren, Carrie Stephens
Westley Caldwell, Tira McPherren, Scott Stephens
Bessie Furr, Winnie McPherren, Earl Stephens
Lena Furr, Jessie Park, Alonzo Werts
Alice Haney, Austia Park, Frank Werts
Anna Haney, Myra Park, Lee Werts
Kate Haney, Nira Park, Olive Werts
Grace McCreight Eulalia Park

I would be glad to pass on the photo to any descendant

Where are his 15 children?

LProud1966 — 8 Jan 2006 6:53:32 GMT

Looking for descendants of:
John Thomas WHITAKER
b: 25-Sep-1857 Mahaska, Co, IA; d: 13-Sep-1934 Oakville, IA; Buried: Edwards Cem, Oakville, IA
+Lucetta NOTT
b: 22-Apr-1859 Oquawka, Henderson Co, IL; m: 09-Oct-1875;d: 18-Dec-1935; Buried: Edwards Cem, Oakville, IA

CHILDREN:

William L. WHITAKER
b: 08-Jul-1876 Grandview, Louisa Co., IA
d: 05-Feb-1938 Gladwin, IA

Ada A. WHITAKER
b: 25-Mar-1878 Grandview, Louisa Co., IA
d: Grandview, Louisa Co., IA

Virgil James WHITAKER
b: 15-Mar-1879
d: New Boston, Mercer Co., IL

Mary Etta WHITAKER
b: 15-Apr-1882 New Boston, Mercer Co, IL
d: 04-Apr-1957
Buried: Wapello Cem., Wapello, IA
+(1)Frank SCOVILL
+(2)George Francis WYKERT
b: 23-Jan-1876
m: 08-Apr-1904 Aledo, IL
d: 13-Jun-1946 Burlington, IA
Buried: Wapello Cem, Wapello, IA

Charles Henry WHITAKER
b: 03-Feb-1884 Fairfield, Jefferson Co, IA

Nellie V. WHITAKER
b: 07-Dec-1886 Fairfield, Jefferson Co, IA

Martha A. WHITAKER
b: 06-Jun-1888 Wapello, Louisa Co, IA

Levi WHITAKER
b: 27-Mar-1890 Columbus Jct. IA

Carrie Geneva WHITAKER
b: 07-Sep-1892 Columbus Jct. IA

John Thomas Jr. WHITAKER
b: 18-May-1893 Iowa Junction, LA
d: Aft. 1977

Lottie May WHITAKER
b: 08-Mar-1895 Iowa Junction, LA
d: Bef. 1928
Buried: Muscatine, IA

Carl Edward WHITAKER
b: 12-Oct-1897 Columbus Jct. IA
d: Bef. 1928
Buried: Columbus Jct., IA

Elsie Lucetta WHITAKER
b: 03-Mar-1898

Albert Elmer WHITAKER
b: 07-Oct-1900 New Boston, Mercer Co, IL

Minnie Irene WHITAKER
b: 18-May-1902 New Boston, Mercer Co, IL
d: 25-Mar-1974 Clinton, Clinton Co, IA
+Washington Lawrence Earl PROUD
b: 11-Aug-1898 Leeds, MO
m: 22-Mar-1919 Wapello, Louisa Co, IA
d: 22-Dec-1968 Clinton, Clinton Co, IA
Buried: Clinton Memorial Park Cemetery, Clinton, IA

Who did some of these children marry, and where did their families go?

Thanks,
Lynn

Wilson, Tommy 1860-70's

2006Ancestors — 8 Jun 2008 3:54:03 GMT

Looking to place at no cost to the family a photo of Tommy Wilson as a toddler. taken at the John Sigmund Photographer studio above the post office in Rock Island, Ills. This is a CDV (small photo) probably taken in the 1860's since you can see there devise in the cloth used to keep the boy still for the photograph.

TOLLEN BLESSINGTON REYNOLDS SPONSLER JAHNKE LOTT LIDDICK

Pat Tollen — 11 Jul 1998 12:00:00 GMT

We are looking for James Vincent Tollen born in or near Mercer Co. Wife, Clare Ann Reynolds born in Keithsburg. William D. Reynolds born in Illinois, father of Clare and Sarah Sponsler wife of William D. Reynolds

Connection?

melody81456 — 25 May 2008 7:24:03 GMT

I am trying to connect some names I have with the BAUGUESS surname.

Ross BAUGUESS was born to Richard and Clara Duncan BAUGUESS on 01 Oct 1878 in New Boston. I am trying to find out who Richard's parents and grandparents were.

I have several BAUGUESS names, but I have not been able to connect them. Any help would be greatly appreciated.

Thank you in advance.

Connection?

melody81456 — 25 May 2008 7:27:19 GMT

I am trying to connect some names with the DORSE surname.

I would like to find out who Freeman DORSE's parents and siblings were. Freeman DORSE died on 02 February 1918 in the Soldiers and Sailors Home in Quincy, IL. He married Rhoda FISH on 03 June 1850.

I think they are buried at Greenmound Cemetery in Keithsburg.

Any help would be greatly appreciated. Thank you in advance.

Easling Family

bonnie_frasca — 8 Nov 2001 12:56:20 GMT

I'm looking for any information on a family named Easling that resided in Keithsburg, Mercer Co. Il, between the years of 1840- 1885. Jared Easling and Mary Ross Easling are listed in the 1850 census with a son or nephew by the name of William. William served in Civil War - Co. "G", 30th Illinois infantry. Family info has William as a nephew to Jared Easling, who raised him after his mother died in mid 1840's. Looking for father or mother's name of William, also, if Jared Easling's family remained in Mercer Co. after 1865.

Married in Bakersfield, California, Alfred Ulp of Sharon, PA and Sarah F. Winchester of Peoria, Ill.

p8j8o8s8f8o — 12 Apr 2008 12:50:22 GMT

Abstracted from Bulletin of the California Central Coast Genealogical Society, Vol. 10, pg, 77, "Stereopticon" column, from "San Luis Obispo Tribune" issue 22 July 1876: Married in Bakersfield, California, June 19, Mr. Alfred Ulp formerly of Sharon, Penn. and Miss Sarah F. Winchester formerly of Peoria, Illinois by REv. John B. Green.

Researching Caffrey/Plunkett in Cty. Mercer, Warren, Knox, IL between 1866 - 1876

Rose Mary Victor nee Caffrey — 5 Feb 2004 4:30:05 GMT

My ggrandfather Bernard (Brian) Caffrey (Caffery), b. 1844, wife Margaret, b. 1835, both in Oldcastle, Meath County, Ireland. Married 1858, son Patrick born 1859 in Oldcastle. Bernard immigrated to New Orleans, LA with brother abt. 1860. Served in Civil War, then Margaret and Patrick joined him abt.1866 in New Orleans. Then the family moved to Monmouth, Warren Cty., IL. Five children were born to them between 1867 - 1875 in towns Monmouth, Elba, Galesburg, IL. Then they moved from Galesburg, IL to Platte County, NE abt. 1876 where they homesteaded. Bernard also worked for the railroads in IL and NE. Bernard d. 4 /19/1898 and Margaret d. 4/28/1910, both in Columbus, Platte County, NE. I am seeking any records on them in Illinois such as state census and Catholic Church baptisms of the children. I can't find them in the Fed. census in IL, but have them in NE. Any help or suggestions would be greatly appreciated.

Rose Mary Victor nee Caffrey
rmvic12@aol.com

Fuhr Family Photos Found

LDickin628 — 18 Jan 2002 11:23:47 GMT

Quite a few years ago, I attended an estate auction in the Aledo area. While there, I purchased an old photo album containing pictures of the Fuhr family from approximately the 1880's to 1900.

There are 27 photos in the album. The album itself is in very poor condition, however the pictures are in perfect condition.

Only 2 of the photos were identified.

One of the photos was labeled "Grandpa Fuhr's sister Catherine Rudolf."

I would very much like to see these photos placed with descendants of Grandpa Fuhr's.

Please contact me if interested.

Census Lookup

jra11762 — 21 Mar 2008 12:11:34 GMT

Looking for census Information on a Hamilton Anderson in Mercer Co, Ill in 1880.

James Anderson
lockport, NY

Herriott/Harriott

Pat Hollingswotrth — 25 May 2001 12:00:00 GMT

Searching for information on Van R. Herriott/Harriott, b. 1831 in Mercer Co., PA, d. 1890 in Mercer Co., IL; m. Mary R. Frazier in 1852. Both buried in Viola cemetery. Who were his parents? According to History of Mercer Co., (1882), he moved to Mercer Co. with parents in 1846, but can't find him on 1850 census. Please help!

Zude, George (1873-?) wife Mary

SiusaidhH — 21 May 2006 1:49:30 GMT

Looking for information on this family.

Descendants of George Zude

1 George ZUDE b: Apr 1873 in Germany
..+Mary UNKNOWN b: Dec 1875 in ENG

2 Mabel ZUDE b: 25 Apr 1896 in Richland Grove, Mercer Co., IL d: Oct 1982 in Sherrard, Mercer Co., Illinois
....+Robert Campbell FREW b: 09 Oct 1891 in Atkinson, Henry County, IL m: 17 Mar 1914 in Sherrard, Illinois d: Oct 1974 in Sherrard, Mercer Co., Illinois
...3 Phyllis Jean FREW b: 22 Oct 1917
.......+Donald C. WILSON m: in Preemption, Illinois
......4 Diane Elaine WILSON
......4 Donald Micheal WILSON
......4 Gary Lee WILSON
.........5 Mark WILSON
.........5 Theresa WILSON
...3 Robert George FREW b: 02 Jun 1925 d: May 1986 in Sherrard, Mercer Co., IL
.......+Melba JEAN m: in Sherrard, Illinois
......4 David Michael FREW
......4 James Melvin FREW
.........5 Kathy Christine FREW
.........5 Jesseca Marie FREW
.........5 Alex James FREW
.........5 Brittany Allison FREW
.........5 Stephanie Michelle FREW
......4 Julie Marie FREW
..........+Edward DEAN III
......4 Robert Gregory FREW
..........+Diane RHODENBAUGH
.........5 Robert Dean FREW
.........5 Emily Thais FREW
......4 Stephen Guy FREW

2 Leona ZUDE b: Sep 1897 in Richland Grove, Mercer Co., IL

2 Millie ZUDE b: Abt. 1901

2 Carl H ZUDE b: 08 Jul 1905 d: Sep 1960

2 Melvin ZUDE b: 24 Mar 1907 d: Feb 1974 in Preemption, Mercer Co., IL
....+Margaret UNKNOWN b: 15 Feb 1908 d: 05 Jan 1990

2 Eva B ZUDE b: Abt. 1915

2 Dorothy M ZUDE b: May 1916

Rebecca Reasoner Smith

greta95 — 14 Jun 2003 8:43:37 GMT

In The History of Mercer and Henderson Counties (1882), John B. Smith (1818-1892) identifies his parents as Edward Smith and Rebecca Reasoner Smith (p. 693). Is this the Rebecca Reasoner Smith living with George and Phebe Smith in the 1850 census? Any information about Rebecca would be deeply appreciated. I'd be glad to share what I do know about the Smiths who came from Muskingum and Marion County, Ohio, to Mercer County.

I'd also be glad to do lookups in The History of Mercer and Henderson Counties.
.

LARRANCE family in New Boston township

Larrance421 — 11 Nov 2003 6:46:37 GMT

Jonathan LARRANCE married Elizabeth SWAFFORD in Henry Co. IN in 1830 and they were there for the 1830 census. About 1837 they moved to Mercer Co. IL and were there in the 1840 census. Both died before 1850, and I found 4 of their children (they may have had more?) in the 1850 census:
1850 ,Mercer,IL township 13 N R 4 (W?) p 351 2 Sep 1850 #108/108
George Ralston 34 M farmer Ohio
Lavina Ralston 22 F IN
Louisa B. Lawrence 18 F IN
Ealanor W. Lawrence 17 F IN
Noah Noble Lawrence 15 M farmer IN
Americus Lawrence 8 F (sic-was really male)Iowa

Louisa married William P. MYERS and they are buried in New Boston Cemetery. Their children in the 1880 census (Mercer Co.) are: Myron, Horace, Grace, Lloyd, Lillie and Earle Myers.

I haven't found anything about Ealanor. Did she married in Mercer Co.?

Noah Larrance married 1st to Amanda Alice Mannon in 1864. They had 2 daughters, Maud (m. W. L. Spore) and Rose (m. U. S. Grant Commons, before Amanda died. Noah remarried a Nancy (surname unknown). In the 1880 census they have 3 sons: Harry O., Joshua E. and William Larrance.

Americus V. Larrance married Rebecca Irene Drew in 1863. In the 1880 Mercer Co. census they have 2 daughters, Ethel (m. Bert Poffenbarger) and Pearl. Another daughter, Estella, had died in 1874.

I am researching Larrance descendants, so I would appreciate any information on any of these people, or contact with descendants. Thank you!

Lutheran (Swedish) Cemetery

sandeen0 — 8 Feb 2008 4:08:14 GMT

Help! I am looking for the Lutheran (Swedish) Cemetery in Rivoli. Does anyone know where this is? or what church would have the records?

any help will be welcome!

Smith

Barb Wallis — 2 May 2005 2:46:39 GMT

Looking for any help on the Smith family (born New York) that came to Mercer Co. between 1830-1840.
If anyone has New York Smith's who settled in or around Mercer County, Il. during that time, I am sure we are kin.
Could sure use your help.
Thanks
Barb

BORUFF FAMILY

Sandi Hollars-Banta — 11 Feb 1999 12:00:00 GMT

I am looking for information on the Boruff family that lived in Mercer county about 1856. Specifically Valentine(Voluntine) Boruff and his family.

Thanks in advance.

Sandi

Baker Family

crystalj42 — 19 Mar 2004 10:01:18 GMT

I have something that belongs to a Baker family member, Mercer Co ILL. NOT a surname I have on my charts, I want to return something to a family member they may want.

Leave names of your Baker line and I'll contact you if the item is yours. I'll post the result for others here so they will know when the item has found a home, and what it was.

CJ
Baker Family Int

LISCOMB, Stephen C.

kathleen Rose — 14 Nov 2000 12:00:00 GMT

Looking for gggfather, Stephen C. Liscomb. Enlisted in Union army from Aledo, Mercer Co. Ill. Company I Ill. 17th US Inf. Was 20 at the time listed Aledo as residence when he inlisted in 1861. Have tried to find parents/family in 1860 Mercer Co. census, no luck. Listed occupation as Brakeman for RailRoad. Was an enginer for RR after war. Has anyone ever known of Liscomb's living in the Aledo area around 1860-1865?

Thanks Kathleen

Wash BROWN and Nancy BUSH

WWood3034 — 20 Jul 2002 4:32:15 GMT

Researching George Washington 'Wash' BROWN (1814-1912)and wife Nancy BUSH. Lived in Warren & Mercer Cos, IL. Children Louisa, Mahala, William, Mary Ann, Sarah, Lucinda, John Bush and Frances Elvira. Spouse surnames are HINDMAN, HORNEY, WILLIAMS, MEEKER AND COOPER

James Shaw Obituary

Marnamjw — 2 Jul 2006 3:24:49 GMT

After many weeks of suffering from a cancer upon the side of his face and on his throat, James Shaw, a citizen of this city for many years, passed away peacefully to his final rest at 11:30 am Friday August 12,1904. Funeral services were held from the late residence in the northeast part of the city on Saturday at 3:30 pm Dr. U.Z. Gilmer
officiating. Interment was in the Aledo Cemetery.

The deceased was born in Indiana, January 5,1845 and came with his parents when he was 10 years old to Millersburg, where he grew to manhood and worked several years. In 1870 he came to Aledo and engaged in the draying business, which he followed for 25 years. After quitting
the draying business, he carried mail between this city and Millersburg for several years.

Mr. Shaw was united in marriage to Miss Elizabeth Fuller who survives him. To them, five children were born
of whom three are dead and two sons Charles P. and J. Will
reside in this city. Four brothers and three sisters, all of whom live in the west survive him.

Several years ago, Mr. Shaw while draying received a bruise upon his cheek. A small enlargement resulted which gave him no trouble until a year ago when it developed into
a malignant cancer, which resisted all medical treatment
and finally caused his death.

Mr. Shaw took the harsh share of suffering that was his lot with an uncomplaining patience. He was ready to go to his Master and often expressed the wish that he might be taken. ( This Obit was taken from the Aledo Newspaper 1904 ) The parents of James was G.E. and Lucinda Shaw and
the parents of Elizabeth were Jefferson and Elizabeth Blaisdell Fuller Sr.

Origin Of Surname

Arlan Lickliter — 3 Mar 2002 6:42:57 GMT

I am hoping to hear from someone who can tell me the origin of the surname, Lickliter. I have found indications of it being German, Dutch, or Scottish. But none of this is very solid evidence. I would be very grateful to anyone who can help me.

Sincerely,
Arlan Lickliter

Willits of Keithsburg, IL

Vickie H — 11 Jun 2002 4:36:13 GMT

I am searching for relatives of Effie and Purn Willits who are both deceased. They ran the Henderson Hotel in Keithsburg for several years including the early 1970's. Their children as I know them are:

SON: Curt Willits (deceased)
married Dee (short for Deloris or Doris)
children: Kerrie Ann, Willis, Son-dont remember name, and daughter Lori died 1973 of spinal mengitas-approx 8 yrs old

DAUGHTER: Shirley
married to a Jack Maynard
ran a grocery store in Viola, IL for years then ran a restaurant somewhere near Viola.
2 children: One boy, one girl: both born in late 1960's

SON: Butch (deceased)
married to a Beth
lived in Aledo in early 1970's
1 son and 1 dau.

SON: Larry
married to a Lorna
lived on farm near Aledo in early 1970's
later divorced. Larry worked and probably retired from GPC in Muscatine IA
Had 2 sons that I know of

DAUGHTER: Ella Mae
married to Al Jump (deceased)
lived in Muscatine in early 1970's but later moved to Waterloo, IA
3 children--one son named Bradley

DAUGHTER: Mary Kay
Last known (1998) living in Waterloo IA--married name was Collins
Married several times
Once (1970's) to Richard Coulter of Muscatine IA
Had daughter named Melissa/Missy
Had a son and daughter by previous marriage but do not know their names.

SON: Gary Ray
Last known living in Arkansas (1998)

Descendants of Cassin family

KatRobert1 — 29 Apr 2003 10:27:25 GMT

I'm looking for descendants of the Cassin Family. Names of descendants include Moseley, Willits, Noonan, Breen, Doud, Curran, Flaherty, Meleney, Griffiths, Crapnell. They lived in Aledo, Keithsburg, Alexis and New Boston areas. Most were farmers, some moved to Chicago, Ill., Britt, Iowa, and Galesburg, Ill.

Thank you
Kathleen

Susan Amanda Tuttle Garner Obituary

Marnamjw — 2 Jul 2006 3:24:49 GMT

Susan Amanda Tuttle was born in Waterville,Maine April 21,1855. She, with her parents, emigrated to Mercer County,Illinois in 1865. In 1872,she was married to Gabriel Shaw. One son.LeRoy Shaw was born to them in 1875.Her husband died and she then married James Garner, January 19,1878. They moved to Missouri, where they purchased a farm. After several years toil,they sold their farm,came to
New Boston and purchased a residence and enjoyed a pleasant life until she was stricken with heart disease and died April 3,( gave no year).

Mrs. Garner was a very worthy woman,always cheerful, having a kind and pleasant word for everyone and never speaking ill of any. She was most highly respected by everyone who knew her and the bereaved ones have the sympathy of all our people.

The funeral was held at the Christian Church,April 15, at 2:00pm , Rev. Thomas Puffer officiating and the remains were laid to rest in the New Boston Cemetery until the Resurrection morn. Her soul is in the sweet summer land of
eternal rest.

Susan and James had one child, Lula Garner. She was born in 1880 and died as an infant in 1880. (This is an obit that I have had for many years with no newspaper name or date.If anyone knows the year Amanda Susan Died I would
appreciate letting me know.

Michael, Daniel, and Dennis Guinty (Ginty)

floven — 1 Jun 2007 1:23:39 GMT

Michael Guinty was from Preemption and married Sophronia Sophia Wood in 1867. On the 1860 census for Mercer County I believe Michael lived with Henry & Mary Corns. He had two brothers Daniel and Dennis. I have naturalization records for them with Michael signing as a witness, those are dated 1858, the location was Rock Island, IL. I have an 1850 census record when they lived in LaSalle County, IL. They also had sisters Ann, Ellen, Bridget, and Mary. Their parents died about 1851, I believe from cholera in LaSalle County and evidently the children were scattered at that time; but the naturalization records indicate the boys must have kept in contact. Daniel, my gg grandfather, settled in Henry County and owned the land that is now Oakwood Country Club/Golf Course. Michael went on to fight in the civil war and he and Sophronia relocated to Kansas. Although I a fair amount of information on Daniel and Michael, I do not know what happened to Dennis after naturalization in 1858 and I have no record of the girls after the 1850 census. Any information on any of these Guintys would be very much appreciated.

Archibald GARDNER, Rachel BICKERTON

alicia_k_smith — 25 May 2007 11:37:23 GMT

I'm looking for information on a GARDNER family in Aledo around 1864.

Rachel BICKERTON (born 21 November 1844, England)
married Archibald Gardner (born 4 January 1836, Scotland)
in Streator, LaSalle county, when his regiment (30th Ill. Infantry, Co. A) was on leave during the Civil War.

He was a resident of Aledo, Mercer County when he enlisted. A William Gardner also of Aledo, enlisted on the same date, this may be a brother or father.

I believe he came to the US in 1854 and I know he moved to Iowa by 1885, so that narrows down the dates.

I don't have any information on his parents so if anyone has that information it would be greatly appreciated.

William Dunlap

JeanCarpenter200 — 6 Feb 2002 2:32:08 GMT

William DUNLAP lived and died in Keithsburg in Mercer Co. I need help in locating where he is buried or when he died. He was born in 1815 in Pa. Thank you! Jean Carpenter

William Warnock (1783-1866) & Jane Byers (1787-1838)

campbellfh — 20 Apr 2007 5:51:19 GMT

A group of 20 some Warnock researchers have been gathering photos of descendants of William Warnock (1783-1866) & Jane Byers (1787-1838) so that future Warnock researchers may find as many as possible in one place. We now have photos of over 500 individuals.

If you are willing to share photos of your branch of the Warnock family, please contact Frank Campbell at “campbellfh@aol.com”. A DVD containing all available photos will be sent to everyone who shares their family photos.

Obituary help

marylhammer69 — 18 Feb 2007 6:00:32 GMT

I am in need of help with an obituary. I am searching to obtain an obituary for Ethel Hays who died April 29, 1993 in Aledo.
Thank you.

L H Cooper family

emb2550 — 15 Aug 2006 10:53:10 GMT

I have a newspaper clipping my grandmother had saved and it is about the L H Cooper family annual reunion in Wichita Texas in 1941. Grandmas name was Retta Holland Ballard. I would like to know how we are related to the Coopers.
thanks

1918 Business Directory: Swartout & McCleary.... ....... Autos

floven — 19 Mar 2007 2:39:31 GMT

I am very interested in finding out which Swartout was part owner of the 1918 business named "Swartout & McCleary". The 1918 Business Directory lists Autos as the type of business. Does anyone know how I could find out the owners' first names?

1918 Business Directory: Swartout & McCleary.... ....... Autos

floven — 19 Mar 2007 2:39:37 GMT

John Dunn and Maria McPherren

jojonewt — 4 Mar 2007 6:19:49 GMT

Does anyone have any information on John and Maria McPherren Dunn. I do have the book "The History of Mercer County 1882" but find it lacking on the information regarding Maria's parentage. Would like to have more on her if anyone has it.

Joyce

Hutchinson Family (illinois)

theevilsquirrelsrcoming — 23 Jan 2007 4:31:11 GMT

Hello my name is Anna. I am searching for more info on my grandmothers maternal side of the family. I will tell you what i know (which isn't very much) and if you have any more information about Hutchinson families around Aledo/Rock Island, illinois please let me know I will be grateful.

Jessie Anna Britton Johnson married George Fredrick Hutchinson after her first husband died( I don't know his first name) Together with Jessie Anna they raised 10 children including the children from Jessie Anna's first marriage.I don't know all of their Last names.

.......A set of twins died at birth..........

Feddrick J (Freddy)was a twin / twin brother died at birth (Freddy married Martha ? ( martha was adopted) they had no children)...................
Edward Otto J (Eddie)(Eddie never married and never had kids) ....................
Leo (Leo married Nora ? had two daughters named Leonora and Norma).................
Virgil Was a twin/ twin sister died at birth (Virgil ran away when he was a teenager)...............
Madeline Ada H (Madeline married Paul Dennison they had one child (Imogene)Imogene married Loy Albert Graham) who had 5 children(Connie, Bradley, Shari, Dina, and Loy) who produced 15 kids (6 boys,9 girls) who then produced 6 children.) .........................
Lester H ( Lester married Lily Anna ? had Linda Lorraine, Lenard, Lowell, Lonny, Lester, Larry, Laurence,Lyle (there might be a couple more kids for Lester and Lily) .....................
Clara ............
Eva had one daughter Geraldine............
Bertha .............
Mary Elizabeth H (Mary married Harry E. Wolstenholme and had 5 children (Harry jr., Russel, Deloris, Robert, and Donald) .......

Johnson=J and Hutchinson=H

Jones

Shelly Kennedy — 2 Feb 2000 12:00:00 GMT

LOOKING FOR THE PARENTS OF JAMES F. JONES BORN 22 JAN. 1824
IN KENTUCKY. MARRIED ELIZABETH MILLER 1 APRIL 1847 IN MERCER CO. THEY TRAVELED WEST WITH THE COON FAMILY IN 1847 LIVED IN MILLERSBURG, LINN CO., OREGON. DIED 14 MAY 1916 IN ASOTIN, ASOTIN CO., WASHINNGTON. ANY INFORMATION ON ANY OF THESE FAMILIES. ELIABETH BORN 27 DEC. 1821 IN IND. D.1875 UNKNOWN WHERE.

Harry Harrison O'Clare Fuller

fmfuller — 4 Feb 2007 4:14:17 GMT

Harry is my Great Grandfather and I'm trying to get any info on him as well as his parents. Harry and his wife Mae Elizabeth Weaverly lived in Mercy County, IL when my Grandfather was born (Louis Leroy Fuller). Thanks for help.

Fred Fuller

Wilson Family

Robert W. Wilson, Jr. — 6 Oct 1998 12:00:00 GMT

I am looking for any information regarding the William B. Wilson Family that resided in Mercer County, Illinois from approximately 1834 until 1857. Children would have been Nancy Jane, Cyrus, Angeline, Salina Ginnett, James, Melissa Jane, George Washington, Zachary Taylor, William, John Franklin, and Lewis Wilson - all born in Mercer County, Illinois.

Loammi Byron BROWN, Richard Gibson BROWN

BethGolden1951 — 4 Mar 2005 10:59:42 GMT

I am searching for the parentage of Loammin Byron Brown, b. 22 Feb 1840 to Richard Gibson Brown and mother unknown, m. Amanda Melton 12 November 1865, d/b., 11 June 1912 in Aledo Cemetery, Mercer Co., IL.

any and all information on this family is greatly appreciated! Especially interested in Richard Gibson's ancestry. I am glad to share all that I have on the second family of Richard Gibson.

blessings,
Beth

Wm.A Lorimer, David or Thomas Calhoun

nblake56 — 25 Nov 2006 5:01:54 GMT

I have done a great deal of research and have collected much and visited Aledo which was most fun..any one with info on these folks ??

nc

Isum Hollar and Mary Cox

RCBarker — 9 Nov 2006 12:04:31 GMT

Isum HOLLAR married Mary COX on 27 July 1837 in Mercer County. Hoping someone might know which Township this marriage took place. Also if anyone knows about these two families while they were in Mercer County.

Pope Creek

RCBarker — 9 Nov 2006 11:59:21 GMT

Was hoping someone might know who Pope Creek was named after or how it got it's name.

Greenmound Cemetery lookup please

cjkreedwa — 22 Oct 2006 10:34:52 GMT

I would like to find the death dates of Esther Groves Wirt, b-1831, m- Martin Wirt b- 1820. I understand they are buried in Greenmound Cemetery, Mercer County, IL. Can anyone help?
Thanks, Carolyn

Main Cemetery - Abington Twp, Mercer Co, Illinois

palaplante — 19 Oct 2004 1:52:17 GMT

Main Cemetery
Section 15 - E1/2NW1/4 - T13NR4W
Abington Township, Mercer County, Illinois

This cemetery transcription + a few photos can be seen at my son's family website if you are interested... located in the 'Forums' area.

Regards,
Patty LaPlante
http://genealogy.jefflaplante.com/

PREEMPTION CEMETERY-updated index needed

BKrogh8863 — 12 Oct 2006 4:10:35 GMT

Does anyone have an updated index of burials in the Preemption Cemetery?
Seeking to verify a burial for Linda Pardee, daughter of Beverly and Richard Pardee. Need to find b/d dates.

Theodore A. PARK (1903 - 1972) Obit

Gerald_Hobson — 2 Oct 2006 3:39:55 GMT

From
The Times Record
Aledo, Illinois
(Mercer County)
Wednesday, February 2, 1972

Theodore Park

Funeral services for Theodore (Ted) Park, 69, of Viola, were held at 3 p.m. in the Crummy Funeral Home, Viola, with the Rev. Donald Haney, pastor of the Viola Uniited Methodist Church, offociating. Burial was in the Viola Cemetery.

Mr. Park died Saturday night in Mercer County Hospital, Aledo, where he had been a patient three weeks.

Mr. Park was born Jan. 8, 1903, in Viola, a son of John and Lina Ogden Park.

He never married.

Mr. Park was employed as a still operator and laboratory technician for Hiram Walker until his retirement in 1960.

Surviving is a sister, Mrs. Charles VonOsdol, Kansas City, Mo.

A sister preceded him in death.

Meeker

Tiffany Ann Lair — 23 Sep 2006 4:58:07 GMT

Louisa Susan Meeker married James A Wallace. They had a dauaghter Nina Etta (Wallace) Wixson in 1883 who is buried with James, her father in the Alexis Cemetary. I am trying to find out where Louisa was burried. She was born in 1856 and died in 1885. Also, Do you now where Nina Husband Walter is buried?

James Campbell Warnock m. Effie Rankin

Frank Campbell — 18 Sep 2006 2:32:19 GMT

Looking for info re the children of James Campbell Warnock & Effie Rankin. They were married on 17 Aug 1886 in Aledo, mercer, Illinois.

Kinsey Family in Keithsburg

Bonnie Burbank — 4 Aug 2003 5:14:13 GMT

We are planning a trip to Keithsburg in Aug. My Mother's family lived in Keithsburg around 1910 through 1975. I am wondering if anyone still in Keithsburg knew them.
Grandmother: Pearl Garner
Grandfather: Bert Kinsey
Mother: Elizabeth Kinsey (born 1915 - graduated from Keithsburg High School in 1933)
Uncle: John Kinsey
Cousin: Lane Kinsey - ex-wife Donna, son Christopher
I have fond memories of summers in Keithsburg and would like to know if Donna and Christopher are still in the area? My Grandfather was a bridge tender on the Mississippi River in Keithsburg. I remember shells in the road with holes punched out for buttons that were made in the local button factory. We called the turn-off to Keithsburg the 'hard road'. The grade school had a metal fire escape which was a large tube. Lane and I would play in it until someone chased us off. There was a roller rink, a smoke house, Crow's gas station and a general store. I learned to ride my 2 wheeler on what we called the 'sand hill'. The Hickerson's lived next door (he was a doctor). We would put on plays in their back yard. Has it changed much?

murdock and waggoner obit lookup

sarah — 24 Jul 2006 6:06:40 GMT

Hoping someone can help me find the obits of William and Lucy Waggoner he died on mar.10 1928 and she died on feb 14 1941. Also looking for Alvin and Susie Murdock he died on jan.25, 1951 and she died in 1947 both lived in the aledo, millersburg, mercer co. area. any help is greatly appreciated .thanks for your time

1930s Newspaper

Kristine_Gilbert — 15 Aug 2006 10:12:46 GMT

Does anyone know which paper in the Sherrard/Preemption area was called "The Daily Times" in 1930? I have an anniversary announcement that doesn't have the city or date on it and I would like to do further research in this area.

CRANDALL/CRANDELL, William L

cndtedde — 7 Aug 2006 3:23:31 GMT

I am trying to trace a descendant of my great grandfather's sister. Jeanette Dailey, b. 1854 in St. Croix Co., WI married Lorenzo Crandall in 1874 in St. Croix Co. Their only child Guy was born circa 1876. In 1895 Guy married Helen Hodgins. They had one son William Lorenzo b. 1896. William lived with grandfather Lorenzo and his second wife Josephine most of the time. Wm is actually cited as Lorenzo's son in the 1910 census. In 1930 Wm. is found in Fairbault, Rice Co., MN as an instructor in a private school. The S.S. Death Index and the History of St. Paul's Episcopal Church, Hudson, Wis. cite his death as Jan 1972 in Mercer Co, Illinois. His S.S. number was issued in Illinois as well. Does anyone know of this Crandall line? Any help in finding out about William's life(marriage, children, etc.) is most appreciated! Thank you, Dawn

Goldie Bell Duncan

Sherry Perkins — 4 Aug 2006 9:33:23 GMT

Sorry it has taken me years to get back into my geneology. I would love to have some of the info you have on Thomas Jefferson Duncan's life in Arizona. I will pay you for copies, postage, etc, but I would love to see the material. I am at work now, but will email you detailing my ancestral connection to Goldie Duncan over the weekend once I get home and pull all my stuff out. I hope you are still willing to share, and sorry it has taken me sssooooooo long to respond.

Lucy Long Wagoner Obituary

Marnamjw — 2 Jul 2006 3:24:49 GMT

MRS. WAGONER ONE OF THE OLDEST IN COUNTY DIES
81 Gr-Grandchildren Survive Woman Who Came From North Carolina in Covered Wagon

Mrs. Lucy (Long) Wagoner age 93,one of the oldest residents of Mercer County,died at 1:40 am Friday Feb..14,1941, in the home of her daughter Mrs. Fern Fuhr on
West 5th Street. She had been in failing health the last few weeks and her death was attributed to the infirmities
of age.

Funeral services were held Sunday afternoon in the Millersburg Presbyterian Church with Rev. Robert H,. Byler
Pastor of the Aledo Baptist Church and Rev. J.A. Leonard
of Aledo retired Baptist Pastor officiating. Burial was in the Millersburg Cemetery.

"Grandma" Wagoner, as everyone knew her, was born in North Carolina and grew to womanhood there. She was married in that state to William Wagoner, January 2,1867. They came in a covered wagon to Indiana and later to Millersburg in Mercer County, where Mrs. Wagoner lived until 10 years ago
when she moved to Aledo to reside with her daughter, Mrs.
Fuhr. Mr. Wagoner died March 10,1928, after the couple had farmed many years.

Mrs. Wagoner was of the Baptist faith. Two daughters,
besides her husband preceded her in death. Surviving are
5 daughters : Mrs.A.W.Murdock of Millersburg;Mrs. Ross Belt
of Aledo; Mrs. H.N. Cooper and Mrs. Chauncey Carver of Reynolds (Mrs.Martha Wagoner,now Mrs. Chauncey Carver was 1st married to John Preston Wakeland, who was killed in a coal mining accident Dec.11,1916. His obit is also posted on this site ) and Mrs. Fuhr of Aledo ; four sons, George of Andalusia, Will, Lee and Earl of Aledo; 35 grandchildren, 81 gr-grandchildren and 20 gr-gr-grandchildren, besides a host of friends and neighbors. (This obit was taken from The Times Record Feb.1941)

Joy, IL Bible on eBay, KIDDOO, FULLERTON surnames

allister — 27 Jul 2006 11:22:23 GMT

I can never get the links to paste right, but the item number is 130009773859 ans if you search for Joy Illinois Bible it should be about the only thing that comes up.

Marriage page appears to say Amos Kiddoo married Mary Fullerton, February 10th 1891. The births page has son born dead March 25 1883, Bertha Florence Kiddoo born March 13 1891 & Edrice Fern Kiddoo born July 9 1894 (per seller). Bible has letters & such from Joy, IL with it

It is a great condition Parallel Bible, so the collectors have bid it up to $102 already. Apparently the seller also has a photo of Walter Fullerton up separately.

I will not be bidding on or aquiring this Bible, but would love to post it if anyone else does. My finances are too tight.

Tracy St Claire
Bible Records Online
www.biblerecords.com

Photo request for Aledo, Mercer, IL Cemetery

EUHS52 — 11 Jul 2006 9:14:32 GMT

Request a photo at the grave of Jefferson White who died 4 Apr 1867 and is buried in the Aledo Cemetery.

Thank you

Matherville, Mercer Co., IL

PWinthurst7252 — 30 Apr 2006 9:32:31 GMT

In which township is Matherville? Thank you!

Thomas Fortner and Sarah Elvira Pullen marriage record

weareallrelated — 8 Jul 2006 8:11:44 GMT

I need the help in finding a marriage record for Thomas Fortner who married Sarah Elvira Pullen In Mercer County Illinois 11-4-1865. Would greatly appreciate any help. Thanks, Diana

Looking for Kincaid descendants

rkincaidaz — 16 Jul 2001 4:38:07 GMT

Seeking to contact descendants of Frank (Benjamin Franklin) Kincaid (1832-1905) and Louisa Sproul (1836-1916) of Rivoli Twnshp, Mercer Co. Children include Retta Kincaid Bridger, Jennie Kincaid, Will Kincaid, Blanche Kincaid Moore, Rilla Kincaid Whitney. Especially looking to contact Marian Kincaid Shriner,who lived at one time in Colorado. I am cousin by Frank's brother, George. Any and all help to contact family appreciated.

Oliver Perry Kincaid & William Jackson Kincaid 1850's-1860's Mercer Co IL

rmemazz — 23 Jun 2006 6:35:37 GMT

Query

elainer34 — 21 Jun 2006 12:07:51 GMT

John ASHBAUGH b. MD 1782- d. 1853 Millersburg, Mercer Co. IL married Sophia SELLS b. 1785 PA. d. 1847
children: Frederick (Matilda CLARK), Armenius (Sophia SPRAGUE) Cyrus (Mariah HUSTON) Catherine, John Meak (Mary Catherine ARTZ) Lewis Sells (HArriett MERRITT), Sophia Ann
Have extensive information on other branches of Ashbaugh family. Would like to correspond with descendants.

Marriage Records Mercer

KathiMeyersSylvester12 — 19 Aug 2006 5:45:11 GMT

I am trying to find out the information on the following Marriage Record in Mercer County, Illinois if anyone can hlep.

TEAL, MARGARET (MRS) married --5/23/1867

Thank You
Kathi

Harrison P. Fuller and Sophia Ellen Tuttle

Marnamjw — 2 Jul 2006 3:24:49 GMT

This couple were my Gr. Grandparents and I have never been able to find out who the parents of Sophia were. She was born in Portland,Maine 1856 and she died 9-15-1895 in Rock Island Illinois. She had a sister named Amanda who married Gabriel Shaw 3-27-1872 and then married James S. Garner 1-19-1878. Who were the parents of these two women?

Welliver, Jacob(3), Russell, Allen, Robert, Sarah...

LestatsClaudia — 10 Aug 2004 4:06:31 GMT

Welliver has about 100 spellings, Woolever, wolliver Wolivar... They all came from PA late 1850's or later (Columbia and Montour Co's). There are 3 Jacobs, one in Hamlet, N. Henderson, and Premption in 1860 census.

Jacob ( wife Christiana/ Christina) and Russell P. live a house away from each other. (Hamlet) I am trying to tie them all together. I need parent info on them. Allen seems to be the oldest living in Mercer. Some of the Wellivers married Dunn's in Mercer.

Jacob and Christian's duaghter Mary catherine married W. Scott Hughes in Mercer. The Hughes went to Mo for a while and then returned to Mercer. They have Ira, Anna B., and Lenore. I am very interested in this family of Wellivers.

Russell has Winfield, Henderson (killed in civil war), Margaret, Eliza A.. Russels wife was a Cool probably. (Elizabeth)

There are a lot of families from the same area of PA around them in the Hamlet area, Blue, Deihl...

Any help is appreciated.

Marriage of Fender and Sloan

Marna Wakeland Wilson — 4 Jun 2006 8:27:15 GMT

William H. Fender married Miss Rebecca Sloan both of Mercer County on August 28,1872 at the M.E. Parsonage in Rock Island
(Taken from the Rock Island Daily Union August 29, 1872 )

Death of Mary Lenz

Marna Wakeland Wilson — 4 Jun 2006 3:49:24 GMT

Mary Lenz , daughter of Nicholas Lenz of Preemption, Mercer County was burned to death on January 27th in an accident. She was 41/2 years old. ( Taken from the Rock Island Argus Feb. 1, 1872 )

Death of Mary Armstrong

Marna Wakeland Wilson — 4 Jun 2006 3:37:51 GMT

Mary Armstrong, wife of Archilbald Armstrong, died January 15, 1872 near Preemption,Mercer County , aged 27 years 2 months and 14 days. (Taken from The Daily Union Rock Island )

Death

Marna Wakeland Wilson — 4 Jun 2006 3:30:04 GMT

John Calhoun, an old settler of Keithsburg, Mercer County, was drowned Sunday, when a boat he was riding in with his wife, capsized. (Taken from the Rock Island Union May 14, 1872 )

Obituary/Tombstone lookup request for Edwin Asqith

Michael W. Rankins — 29 May 2006 4:58:47 GMT

Looking for death/burial information on and Edwin Asquith (b. abt 1829 in England d. bef 1856 (Hamlet Cemetery, Mercer Co., Il.)). Married Ann Cooper 1 Jan 1849 in Rock Island Co., Illinois.

Any information is appreciated.

ANDERSON circa 1878/1880's

dotter76745 — 24 Oct 2001 1:28:50 GMT

Trying to find family who immigrated from Sweden in two groups. The first consisted of Augusta Matilda Anderson, her sister, Charlotta Elisabeth Anderson (b. 1866) and a cousin, Emma Wilhelmina Gustafson (b. 1855). They came in 1878. The second group came in 1880 and consisted of a brother and sister, Clas Ludvig Anderson (b.1859) and Anna Louisa Anderson (b. 1864). They had tickets for Keithsburg in Mercer Co. where Augusta Matilda was living in Bald Bluff Twp. Does anyone know what happened to the other cousin or brother or sisters? Emma may have gone to Rockford, IL and married a Fredlund.

Guthrie James/Thomas

M White — 17 Dec 2000 12:00:00 GMT

I am looking for any info on James or Thomas Guthrie, who I believe were brothers. Thomas Guthrie married Hannah Lickliter sister of Louisa Lickliter who married James Guthrie. Hannah later married Nathaniel O'dell. And are both buried in Mercer County. Does anyone know anything of the Guthrie family?. They were orig. from Alabama.

McPherren and Shearer families

RogerCox3451 — 22 Jun 2001 10:07:00 GMT

I am looking for information on the family of Nicolas SHEARER in Mercer County, IL. Nicolas was one of 12 or 13 children of John SHEARER and Mary Ann WALTERS, who were both born in Ohio. Nicolas was born March 29, 1831 in Guernsey, OH and was married to Elizabeth McPHERREN on Sep 7, 1852 in Indiana.

Forster-Foster????

jlroggy162 — 27 Sep 2004 12:02:38 GMT

I have been trying to find info on my Forster line. I happened across something this morning on the 1880 census and was hoping that someone might be able to shed some light on it for me. I was told by my grandmother that her parents were Marshall Lafayette & Clara Louisa Forster Lutrell. Clara's parents were Thomas Kingsley & Mary Lucinda Mundy Forster.

On the 1880 census today, I happened to find Clara Forster's brothers listed as Foster. That isn't the first time that I have seen the Forster name as Foster. What really confuses me is the fact that the 4 boys were listed in the household of M.F. & Mary J. Postlewait. I have no clue as to who this family would be, or why the boys were living with them. Thomas & Clara were still living, and I have no sons who would have married a Postlewait, so it's not like they were grandparents. Can anyone help me with this family? Jan

William Cunningham

Karen — 13 Mar 2006 10:41:00 GMT

Per Aledo County Clerks Office, Death Register #1, Pg 132, Record #1692 shows William Cunningham, 2hrs old died 3Jul1902. No parents are listed. Does anyone know the parents of this child?

Family of Nels Peter and Jenny Carlson

Katie_Ouderkirk — 12 Jan 2005 4:36:59 GMT

After Nels Peter Carlsson's 1st wife died in 1883, he remarried a woman named Jenny or Ginny, and supposedly had many children. If anyone has their names or any records, they have my gratitude.

Nels Peter Carlsson b. 14 Jun 1844 Kristdala, Sweden d. 20 Apr 1925 in Swedona, IL.

John T. PARK (1873 - 1941) Obit

Gerald_Hobson — 8 Mar 2006 4:48:48 GMT

From the
Rock Island Argus
Rock Island, Illinois
(Rock Island County)
Tuesday, February 25, 1941

John T. Park

Viola, Ill., Feb. 25. - (Argus News Service.) - John T. Park, 67, died at 8:45 o'clock this morning in his home of a heart attack. He had been in failing health five years.

Born Oct. 25, 1873, in South Moline, son of Andrew and Joanne Hunter Park, he moved to Gilchrist when 16 years old. He married Miss Lina Ogden, July 11, 1900, at Wanlock, and they resided in Peoria 25 years after their marriage. They moved here six years ago. Mr. Park was a coal miner. He was a member of Viola Odd Fellows lodge.

Surviving are the widow; a son, Theodore of Moline; two daughters, Mrs. Marie VanOsdel of St. Joseph, Mo., and Miss Florence Park of Peoria, and a sister, Mrs. Asaberry Griffin of Viola.

The body was removed to the Murphy funeral home in Aledo.

(same newspaper, Wednesday February 26, 1941)

John Park Rites

Viola, IL, February 26- (Argus News Service)- Funeral services for John T Park, who died yesterday morning in his home, will be at 2 o’clock Thursday afternoon in Viola Methodist Church, the Rev John Long officiating. Burial will be in the Viola Cemetery.

Frank W. Goddard Obituary

Marnamjw — 2 Jul 2006 3:24:49 GMT

Frank W.Goddard was born in Perryton twp, Mercer County, Illinois August 31, 1875 and was the son of William Henry And Marilla Jane Wakeland Goddard.He died in East Moline ,Illinois, Wed. afternoon May,19 1926. He was 50 years of age at the time of his death.When he was about three or four years of age, he moved with his parents to Duncan twp., where he lived practically the rest of his life. He obtained his schooling at Pomeroy. Aledo and Hedding College. On Feb. 20, 1901 he was married to Miss Winifred Caverly of Moline. Their earlier years of married life were spent on the farm in Duncan twp., but about 8 years ago they moved to Joy and
have made their home here ever since. Last Feb. it was their great pleasure to celebrate their 25th wedding anniversary together. Mr.Goddard was a prominent member of the Methodist Church of Joy and up until the time of his illness, took and active part both in the affairs of Sunday school and church work. Before coming to Joy,he was for a number of years, Superintendent of the Sunday school at Millersburg. Besides his wife, he is survived by his son Richard. A great number of church and community acquaintances in Joy and the surrounding territory also mourn the departure.

Funeral services were held at the Methodist Episcopal
church at Joy, Sat. morning May 22, 1945 at 10:00am Rev.E.E.
Atherton officiating. Burial was in Peniel Cem. This obit was taken from the Aledo Times Record .

Mercer-Storm-Bilby-Gamble of Hillsdale Michigan

Christine Baker — 25 Jan 2006 9:37:21 GMT

Looking for any information on this and all lines of the family also looking for any pictures of family members.

John W Peterson obit 1825 Wheeling WV>Morrow,OH>Mercer, IL Almira Linn

vnschwel — 4 Oct 2005 6:22:36 GMT

Otto, Florence, Gilbert, Elmer and Marie KUEHL

pwmgen — 26 Jan 2006 10:47:52 GMT

Seek living descendants of Otto and Florence (nee ROONEY) KUEHL. They migrated to Aledo, Mercer Co, Illinois from Wisconsin about 1934. For a number of years they operated a print shop in Aledo. Otto and Florence had 3 children: Elmer, Gilbert (b. about 1917) and Marie.

Otto died in 1969. In December of 1972, when Florence died, son, Gilbert C. was of Aledo. Son, Elmer was of Rock Island and daughter Marie (Ralph) LUSK was of Monmouth, Illinois.

Any information you can provide to help me connect with my cousins would be most appreciated. Thanks in advance.

Patti

Martha Cunningham

Carole Autler — 8 Dec 2004 11:23:45 GMT

Does anyone know anything re Martha Cunningham, married to Clair Davis in 1899, briefly, had a daughter Eva. I know she remarried and had a daughter, Gladys, but I can't find any records. They lived in Aledo. Thanks

Dale's in Aledo,Il.

Kathy Pyron — 30 Dec 2005 5:24:06 GMT

I am seeking any information on the family of Guy Vernon Dale, spouse, Alice L. ( Schultz) from Aledo, Il. Son, Martin, Jack,daughter, Barbara.

Surnames Main,Geo., Emerson, Myra, and Crippin Will., and Clark

kathimeyers42 — 15 Apr 2005 4:32:01 GMT

I am Researching these Families in Mercer County, C1880-1930. I have some information and I am willing to share. Is anyone else looking into these Families?
Kathi

Solomon Smith obituary 1899

greta95 — 14 Jun 2003 8:43:37 GMT

Solomon Smith, an old resident and early settler of Mercer county, but who for the past three years has been making his home in Indian Territory, died at the home of his sister [sic], Mrs. Harriet Kile in Ohio Grove township, Monday morning at 9 o'clock.

The funeral will occur tomorrow, Thursday, January 29th at 1:00 p.m. at the Ohio Grove Christian church, Rev. W. M. Story officiating. Interment in the McClure cemetery.

Solomon Smith was born in Muskingum county, Ohio, in November 1822. He lived in Muskingum county until he reached manhood and then moved to Marion county where in the fall of 1846 he was united in marriage to Miss Minerva Hand. In 1851 he came to Mercer county and located in Ohio Grove township where he followed farming until a few years ago. His wife died a few years after they came to Illinois. Four children were born to them, all of whom survive. They are Mrs. Harriet Kile of Ohio Grove; Mrs. Emma McGaughey of Colorado; Mrs. Belinda Diehl and William H. Smith of Indian Territory. Besides the four children above named Mr. Smith leaves two brothers, George A. Smith and Jacob Smith of this city and two sisters, Mrs. Harriot Hammond of Ohio and Mrs. Effie Boyle of this county.

Solomon Smith enlisted in Captain Pepper's company, 84th Illinois Volunteers in 1862 and served about two years when he was wounded at the battle of Lookout mountain and sent home. He was a man who made many friends and in his long residence in Ohio Grove was an honored and respected citizen. He was a member of the Warren Shedd Post No. 262 of this city and they will have charge of the funeral.

He came to this county last fall for a visit with his relatives and was not feeling well when he arrived. He got better for a time but was again taken sick and Sunday was stricken with paralysis, and sank rapidly until death came Monday morning.
--unknown newspaper

Cabeen Spence Sears family Query

kmgmjg — 15 Jul 2006 5:36:52 GMT

Is there any Cabeen or Spence family members out there with detailed family geneaolgy? I am looking for information on Samuel Porter Cabeen and (wife?) Catherine Cabeen. I am trying to find information on Catherine's children with a husband Jesse Spence from Chariton , Mo. I am confused about the order of marriage with Samuel and Jesse. Was Catherine a Cabeen in the first place and married her cousin? The information I have is from a decendency chart off the web for Thomas Cabeen I, an Ahnentafel off Rootsweb from the Mulligan Family, and the 1850 census for Samuel P Cabeen. The individual we are trying to track is Martha or Maggie Ann Spence d/o Catherine and Jesse. Our Maggie married a ? Sears and had one child (we know of) William. She was tracked to Catherine and Jesse through a marriage license found in Clinton, Iowa to a second husband Daniel VonVorst.

Thank You

School or Club - Initials WVBC - ca. 1909

ppyneco — 28 Nov 2006 6:28:14 GMT

I have a photo of a basketball team ca. 1909. There are six of them, and the names are Graham (2 of those), Dodson, Stephens, Speer, and Phillipp. Stephens is holding a basketball that has written on it W.V. (top) B.C. (bottom) 0(left) and 9 (right). There are no first names, and I'm trying to figure out where this Dodson fits into my family tree. Does anyone know about a school or club in Mercer county in the early 1900s with the initials WCVB? Thanks!

Elizabeth (Ditto) Fox d. 1902

Pat Fox — 12 Nov 2000 12:00:00 GMT

Seeking obit. for Elizabeth (Ditto) Fox d. 2, April, 1902
Mercer Co., IL. Buried with husband, Benjamin H. Fox in Candor-Pope Creek Cemetery Mercer Co,IL. Need info on their son, John W. Fox b.1859 MO

Seaton, Jeanette

cookierm — 6 May 2002 1:45:05 GMT

Mrs. Joseph Patterson died at her home northeast of Superior, NE on Sabbath, Feb. 8, 1914. The funeral services were held at the United Presbyterian church on Tuesday, Feb. 10, at 1 p.m. The exercises were in charge of Dr. R.A. Evans, her pastor. The remains were laid to rest in Evergreen Cemetery to await the coming of the Lord where he shall bring with Him all those who sleep in Jesus. Her maiden name was Jeannette Seaton; she was born in Perthshire Scotland, in the year 1837. She emigrated to the United States with the family in 1850 when they settled at Keithsburg, Ill. In 1855 she was united in marriage to jeremiah McIntyre. Eight children were born to this union, three of whom died in infancy. Those who survive here are J.W. McIntyre of Red Cloud, NE, R.H. McIntyre of Milwaukee, Oregon; J.T. McIntyre, Burchard, NE; Mrs. Christian Dingwell, Pawnee City, NE and Mrs. Ida Sloan, Eskridge, KS. Jeremiah McIntyre died in 1868. In 1870 she married Joseph Patterson. This union was blessed with four children all of whom are still living. They are Mrs. J.A. Brown, Palisade, NE; Mrs. L.D. Carter, Burlington Junction, Mo.; J.C. and Miss Della, who are still living at home. In 1874 the family moved from Keithburg, Ill., to Lenox, Iowa, and in 1882 moved to Pawnee Co., NE., where they resided ten years, and then moved to Superior, NE in 1892, where they located on a farm and from which place she was laid to rest. She is survived by a husband, nine children (four sons and five daughters forty grandchildren and fifteen great grandchildren. In early life she professed Christe and united with the United Presbyterian church at Sunbeam, Ill., of which denomination she continued to be a very faithful and consistent member through life. She was a loving and faithful wife and mother, and always had a cheery word for all who knew her.

SEATON/PATTERSON

cookierm — 6 May 2002 1:45:05 GMT

Looking for information on my great grandparents, Joseph Patterson and Jeanette Seaton Patterson. They had a daughter namded Dassah/Hadassah? born 1872 in Seaton, Ill. One family story is that this town was named after a nephew of theirs named George Seaton.

James Burton & Electa Blair Family

FranEichler — 14 Oct 2005 9:41:48 GMT

James & Electa (Axtell) Blair were listed as living in Mercer County in the 1910 (New Boston), the 1920 (Eliza) and 1930 (Millersburg) census records. He was born in Morning Sun, IA on 12/14/1871. They had three children - Morrison, Marie, and Robert. As I cannot find when James and Electa passed away, I am hoping they remained in Mercer County. If someone if familiar with the family and could find obituaries for them I sure would appreciate it. Thanks for any assistance. Fran, Iowa

Weaverling

MicheleKempShockley — 9 Nov 2003 6:11:58 GMT

Looking to connect with others on the Weaverling family that lived in Mercer County I know for sure 1869 thur 1903. Wish to correspond - have a little info will share

LAMBLEY & MILLER in Mercer Co IL

gs1931 — 5 Jan 2003 9:12:54 GMT

Wish to contact others researching Amanda Jane MILLER who married Thomas LAMBLEY on 20 Sep 1860 in Mercer Co. IL.

83rd Illinois in Middle Tennessee - Civil War

Greg Biggs — 10 Oct 2005 7:04:39 GMT

Hello,

I am seeking any letters, diaries, newspaper account, etc. for the 83rd Illinois Infantry regarding their time served in Middle Tennessee around Clarksville during the Civil War. They were in this area for over 2 years and am seeking accounts from the soldiers of this time frame.

Any help is appreciated,

Greg Biggs
Clarksville, TN

Harrison Brown Obituary

Marna Wakeland Wilson — 29 Sep 2005 3:44:42 GMT

Harrison Brown, the oldest man now living in Suez township, Mercer County,was born March 17,1808 in Nelson County, Kentucky and is aged 87 years. He came to Knox County Illinois in the fall of 1834, driving with an ox team. In March of 1835, he came to Mercer County, where he has since resided. In 1836, he settled on the farm north of here where he lived until 2 years ago
when he moved to Alexis. (Taken from the Aledo Press, Friday
11-23 1894 )

Daniel McPherren

jojonewt — 30 Aug 2005 8:19:46 GMT

Need help in finding Daniel McPherren's headstone. I have conflicting information as to where it is. Need to know where Esslet-Noble mansion or Verdette mansion is. The Essley-Noble mansion is outside city limits and the Verdette mansion is in Keithsburg. Can anyone help??? This is my husband's gggrandfather.