Somerset - Family History & Genealogy Message Board

Sabrah Hopkins

tncbutler27 — 19 Sep 2008 5:43:09 GMT

I am looking for any information you may have on Sabrah Hopkins (B) 1712 in Somerset. (D)1755 -Nanticoke Hundred, Somerset, MD.

She was married to Arthur Hickman and had (I believe) 7 children by him.

I am interested in finding out her true parentage. I know many people on ancestry have her parents listed as Levin Hopkins and Elizabeth Tilley. However; Elizabeth Tilley died a full 98 years before Sabrah was born, so that is obviously incorrect information. If anyone has any other, (hopefully sourced) information on Sabrah I am interested in learning more.

Thanks so much. She is my 7th great grandmother. I realize I am lucky to have gone back this far, but I am always searching for more.

Christine

MARSH

Merrie Marsh Dail — 19 Mar 1999 12:00:00 GMT

MARSH, Charles D. and Charity, died Mt. Vernon, MD and buried in yard near street about 100 yards from church. Looking for ancestors, any family information or stories. Also, MARSH, Charles W. who married (1) Carrie, died TB, (2) Leona died TB. He taught school in somewhere. Does anyone know where and when? He moved in about 1916-17 to Baltimore area, where he remained until his death. He is buried, however, in church in Mt. Vernon with other family members. My father said he (my father) was known as the deacon's boy - was Charles W. a deacon in a Mt. Vernon church?? which one?

Bird Descendants

Denise Fore — 11 Aug 1999 12:00:00 GMT

I am looking for information regarding my maternal grandfather, Lovett Bird. His parents were Benjamin Oliver Bird and Portia E. Bird, who were the first principals or University of Maryland (formerly called Princess Anne Academy). Their daughter, Crystal Bird, was born in Princess Anne in 1893 (some biograpies list 1894). I would like any information regarding any of the descendants of Benjamin and Portia Bird. Thanks,

William Harvey Thomas

DaleJones74 — 30 Jun 2008 6:05:15 GMT

William Harvey Thomas, born 1886, died 1963. He may have been born in Delaware, but, he did die in Crisfield, MD. He was married to Elinora Denston, born 1884, died 1958.

They had 8 children that I am aware of, Lillian, Robert, William Lee, Harvey, Woodrow, Hettie, Hilda and Idella.

I would like to learn who the parents of William Harvey Thomas were and to get in contact with any of the descendants of William's and Elinora's children.

Elnora's mother was Mary Ann Butler the oldest sister to my grandmother, Martha Butler McGee. Thanks Dale

Sally Thronton - Tyler

airle3 — 19 Jun 2008 4:33:56 GMT

Looking for the parents of Sally Thornton - Tyler from Crisfield born Aug 31, 1881, Death Oct 15 1973 in Somerset, Crisfield. She was my Great Grandmother. Husband Delaware Tyler.
Children: Glenwood d. approx 1983
Eldren d. 1995
Alma L Tyler - Green d. 1958 b 1912
Harold Tyler (death young)
My father is William Fletcher Green from Crisfield b.1931,
any help would be greatly appreciated, Thank you
my e-mail is airle3@aol.com

Hickman of Somerset County

Ruth Preece — 15 Aug 1999 12:00:00 GMT

I am looking for information on Esther Hickman. I have no dates for her. She may have been born in Somerset Co., MD. She married John Huett Nutter II, probably in MD. They settled in Harrison Co., WV. Their children that I know of were John Hickman; Christopher; William; and Rachel. Any help would be greatly appreciated. Thanks Ruth Preece

slave trade in Princess Anne, Somerset county

calvinewr — 23 May 2008 5:11:24 GMT

Has anyone any information on slave traders in Princess Anne or anywhere in SOmerset county? I am looking for known slave traders who lived in Somerset county or general information on slave trade in that area as well.

The family that I believe bought and sold slaves in Princess Anne lived in North and SOuth Carolina were John and Eli Springs, they may have worked through relatives in MD by the name Gassaway or ALexander. I believe the Springs were involved in slave trading in Princess Anne around 1770s - 1830s.

I am trying to trace origin of ancestors who were enslaved by the Springs. Thank you for any help or leads you might have.

STEPHENS/STEVENS

Pat Doyle — 17 May 1999 12:00:00 GMT

Am looking for any info on Benjamin Stephens/Stevens, born abt. 1735, m. 1758 in Somerset Co., MD to Rebecca Caldwell, d. in 1814 in Bedford Co., PA. Had a son Samuel in 1769 in Kentucky. Benjamin may be related to Isaac and Richard Stevens of Accomack Co., VA.

Walter/ Webster mystery question

svikaros — 18 Apr 2008 3:06:53 GMT

In the 1850 Census there is a Mary Walter age 36, James Walter age 28, Columbus Walter age 14, Wesley Walter age 12 and William Walter age 10 are living with the family of Jesse Webster in the Dames Quarter District.

In the 1870 Census Columbus age 36 is now a Webster, James age 48 is now a Webster. Can anyone explain the name change?

Query

SusanC1798 — 25 Jun 2001 6:16:48 GMT

I am searching for information on Nicholas REDDISH, born around 1750 in England, came to Maryland sometime between 1750 and 1787. He lived in Somerset County, married a Nancy Ann Fitzgerald (unsure of last name). He had 10 children: Thomas, William, James, Sarah, Elizabeth, Eleanor, John, Nathan, Nicholas, and Edgar. Maryland Archives shows him farming in Somerset County, along with a Hiron REDDISH and a John REDDISH. I am trying to find where in England he came from, and if these two are related. Any information you'd like to share on any REDDISH, I have a lot of information from Nicholas to present day.

REDDISH Births/Deaths in Somerset County

SusanC1798 — 25 Jun 2001 6:16:48 GMT

SIMMS

Wes Simpkins — 1 Apr 1999 12:00:00 GMT

Looking for descendents of Smith SIMMS (b: abt 1782)whom shows up on 1850 Somerset Co. Census with wife Sally and children, etc.

Nedra Jones dies -- father John Compton Waters of Somerset, MD

becdecoy4558 — 26 Mar 2008 10:53:40 GMT

Nedra Jones
Published:
Wednesday, March 26, 2008 4:38 PM CDT
Nedra Jones of Point Pleasant died Monday at home after a long illness. March 24, 2008

She was the wife of the late E. Bartow Jones. Nedra, known affectionately as “Mama J,” was born Aug. 14, 1909 in Point Pleasant. She was the daughter of Susanna Dixon Heslop of Point Pleasant and John Compton Waters of Somerset, Md., and her devoted stepfather, Seth Chandler “Papa Chan” Wilhelm of Marietta, Ohio.
John Compton Waters was born about 1881.

Margaret Handy of Isaac

marjeadams — 20 Apr 2007 2:04:43 GMT

Looking for dates and spouse of Margaret Handy of Isaac Handy and Amelia Curtis. Also other children, except Levin whom I have. Could Margaret have married Richard Murray of James?

Crisfield, Maryland

RichardHenry71 — 2 May 2003 12:52:29 GMT

I just returned from a short trip to Crisfield, Maryland. It was a rainy day, but I was able to get some digital photos of some BYRD, STERLING, LAWSON and RIGGIN tombstones and also a couple of the home "Makepeace" built by John Roach in 1663. I would gladly share these photos if you want. Send me an email at rhenry44@attbi.com and I will let you know the names and dates on the tombstones to see if there is a match.

FOLLETZ family

ednlee07 — 28 Feb 2008 1:11:53 GMT

The 1900 Princess Anne, Somerset, MD census listed Alexander and Mary FOLLETZ family. Cannot find any other information on them. I am researching Folletz family of Wisconsin and there may be a connection. Alexander was age 62 and listed 6 children. Any help would be greatly appreciated.

Looking for Death information on Foster Cook Murphy

akerezy — 23 Feb 2008 2:28:11 GMT

Hi,
An ancestor of mine - a Foster Cook Murphy moved to Somerset County, MD during the 1920's. He is in the U.S. Federal Census there in 1930 (the Princess Anne District). He's there with his wife Cora. I have a WWII registration on him.

I was trying to find death information on him - probably late 1940's or early 1950's.

Any information (other than U.S. Census, I have that) - would be appreciated!!!
Thanks
Alex

Elizabeth Parker b 1760 m Hezekiah Maddox c 1778

Betty — 15 May 2006 3:18:38 GMT

Looking for parents of Elizabeth Parker b abt 1760 in Maryland & married abt 1778 Hezekiah Maddox . Were her parents Philip & Grace? or John Parker s/o Elisha? or another Parker?
Betty

Redding/Redden, Pusey, Windsor

annbradshaw1 — 5 Nov 2007 7:56:01 GMT

Researching these names and interested in knowing if anyone else out there would like to trade information.

Teagle Redden/Redding (1776-1850) married Peggy Pess/Pusey (1778 - about 1803) 1799 in Somerset County, Maryland. They had 2 children, Betsy and Alexander.

He later married Eliza Windsor (1784-?), 1804 in Somerset County. They moved to Ohio with their children around 1820. They had at least 4 children, Wm., Samuel, Biddy, Ruben.

Ann in Indiana

Looking for a local researcher

obw22 — 29 Oct 2007 12:53:49 GMT

If anyone in the area is available for light-duty research and lookups, please click on my user name and contact me at the listed email address.

I would like to obtain information and/or copies of records (marriage, wills, obits) for a handful of individuals.

Families: Catlin(?), Dize, Driscoll(?), Hancock (Handcock), Howard, Lankford, Lawson, Marshall, Phippin, Somers and Sterling.

Deal Island Church Records

svikaros — 23 Oct 2007 12:18:22 GMT

Trying to locate a copy of the church records from Deal Island, Somerset, MD.

Francis A. Hickman/ Indiana Evans(evins) ...Help with Evans side?

F.Porch — 1 Aug 2001 7:02:50 GMT

Hi,

I need help with my gggm Indiana Evans(Evins?) born ca. 1835. Married Francis A. Hickman on Jan 11, 1859. Francis was the son of John Hickman of my previous post. I have no clue in Indiana's Line. Other info I have is as follows.

a Frank A.Hickman is listed in Accomack County Death Register as Follows :

Hickman, Frank A., on 1 Jan 1896, Massey, Pneumonia, 62 yrs, c/o John P. and Eliza, farmer,h/o India A. Widow g/info

I read from this that her real Name was India Anna Evans
But my grandmother always called her "Indiana" when she referred to her. Any help or leads would be greatly appreciated!!!!

In my earlier post I asked about the town named, "Massey". If you read the explanation of the entries in the death register, it says that Massey is a placename of some sorts. At the time of Franks death, they were living in Assawoman, VA with my GGrandfather William H. Hickman. But they buried Indiana and Frank in Pocomoke City(Salem Cemetery). Also, Frank was the son of John P. in previous post, of Worcester County. I assume Massey is in Maryland or possibly DE.

DASHIELL, MITCHELL, CANNON, HANDY, HARRIS

rick crane — 1 Jul 2004 5:39:02 GMT

looking for info on these names in my ancestry.
Thomas Dashiell born and died in Somerset Co 1666-1775
Married Elizabeth Mitchell in 1686.
She died in 1720 in Somerset Co.
Their daughter Anne married Isaac Handy in Somerset Co. He died there in 1762.
His daughter Mary Dashiell Handy was born 1733 in Somerset Co as were her two sons, Handy Harris and John Harris Jr.
I have no info on parents of Elizabeth Mitchell or
parents of Isaac Handy

Maria Sterling b. 1844 Crisfield

airle3 — 26 Jul 2007 3:46:06 GMT

I am looking for info re my Great Grandmother's mother Sally Thorton - m. Maria Sterling f. James E Thorton? - Wm 'Shark Sterling & Sally Nelson parents of Maria Sterling? If possible name of all children born.

I have fond memories of my great grandmother as well as, I believe Aunt Isadore & Aunt Claria.

Any info/help will be greatly appreciated. Thank you in advance.

Linda Green Eyre
airle3@aol.com

Maria Sterling b. 1844 Crisfield

airle3 — 26 Jul 2007 3:46:02 GMT

Jno Tyler Crisfield

airle3 — 25 Jul 2007 11:50:18 GMT

I am searching for info on my Great Great Grandfather Jno H Tyler b. 1824 - married Harriett. They had @ least 10 children, Delaware Tyler b 1878 was my Great Grandfather - the youngest. They lived in Lawsonia, Crisfield MD.

Any info wil be greatly appreciated. Thank you in advance.

You may e-mail me @ airle3-@aol.com
Linda Green Eyre

James Somers Crisfield, Somerset, MD

SherylSomers — 1 Dec 2002 4:57:12 GMT

I'm trying to find the right connections for James A. Somers married to Mona with a son named James A. Somers, other siblings were Marie and Vivian. He had a second wife named Addie later and had other children named Maxine and Gilbert. Anyone related or researching this family that could help? Any help would be appreciated.

sheryl_turner@cox.net

Looking for a Book by Ruth T. Dryden

mark44537 — 5 Jul 2007 10:29:33 GMT

Good morning,
I am trying to find a book (either new or used) entitled: The Powell Family by Ruth T. Dryden. It was published about 1994. If anyone knows where I might be able to purchase a copy please e-mail me at: mark445@frontiernet.net

Thanks, Cynthia Powell

Walter Gale Jones 1845, son of Alfred H. Jones 1808 and Elizabeth Ker Stewart

svikaros — 21 Jun 2007 10:54:15 GMT

Looking for information on Walter G. Jones b.c.1845. Parents Alfred H.jones and Elizabeth Ker Stewart .The Antioch Methodist Church lists wife as Elizabeth. Looking for a marriage date and any information on the two children Walter M. Jones and William H. Jones.

search

Leroy Brinkley — 23 Jan 2001 12:00:00 GMT

I am seeking all information on the Brinkley family of Marion Station and Criesfield.

Arthur Reginal(d) Ward

laien — 4 Jun 2007 3:57:51 GMT

Looking for any information on Arthur Reginal Ward b. 15 Apr 1900 in Crisfield; and died 1971 in Crisfield. His mother's maiden name was Cevie B. Sterling (1879-1961), d/o Isaac & Lucy Bradshaw Sterling.

Who was his father?

In the 1930 Somerset Census he is living with wife Josephine next door to his mother, Cevie, her husband Erton S. Howard, and their daughter Lottie Mae. Lottie married 1st John C. Riggin, Sr., and 2nd John B. Ball.

Rob Hall

Walter Powell (d. 1696) and wife Margaret Berry

StephenDennehy29 — 9 Apr 2007 11:47:15 GMT

Walter Powell is listed as born 1626--what is the source for this date ? Apparrently he is the Walter transported to Vir. (Lancaster Co. ?) in 1643 by Samuel Mathews. He is listed as being in Hungar's Parish, Northampton Co., Vir. c. 1666 (source ?).
I have seen the date of mar. for Walter and Margaret listed as 24 Nov. 1667 in Northampton Co., Vir. What is the source of this date ?
One researcher stated Walter was previously mar. to an Elizabeth _____ and had 2 children by her (no names listed). Does anyone know the source of this ?

Waklter was not originally a Quaker; his wife Margaret was but Walter did not affiliate with the Quakers until after 1674. Previously 2 f his children were baptized by Mr. Tingle, a Presbytetrian minister.

Some sites list Walter as born in Brecknock, Wales
(source ?)
Others have him connected to Capt. William and Elizabeth (Wells) Powell of Jamestown, Vir. I see nothing to indicate this is true.

BERRY:

Margaret berry said to be a Quaker from Virginia.

A Wm. Berry listed in various Northampton court records from 1641-1648 but a Wm Berry died in Northampton in 1650 so this could be that Wm.. A Wm. gave his age as 28 in 1648; which Wm Berry is this ?
A William Berry listed Hungar Parish, Northampton c. 1666 (source ?)
There is also a Wm. Berryman in Northampton some have confused with Wm. Berry, but this Berryman is obviously a completely different person
A William Berry in Somerset by 1680 when he was named a trustee for a bequest to the Quaker poor from a George Johnson.

William had land "Hopewell" in Manokin, Somerset Co.; in 1683 a James Berry listed here, presumably his son. Wm. appears to have died 1680-1683. I'm sure this is Margaret's father.

Appreciate any help here.

Elizabeth WILLIAMS, w/o Wm. BRITTINGHAM (1640-1709)

StephenDennehy29 — 17 Apr 2007 10:51:29 GMT

Elizabeth is stated to be the daughter of John and Frances WILLIAMS, probably born Northampton Co., Vir.c. 1660. Elizabeth and Wm. Brittigham mar. c. 1684 in Accomack Co., Vir.; Elizabeth died 1695 there. Does anyone know the source for this or have any further info on John and Frances ?

Philip RISDON and wife Mary WHITE

StephenDennehy29 — 10 Apr 2007 12:02:28 GMT

Philip Risdon is listed by some researchers as born in Devonshire Eng. c. 1615 (source ?), mar. Mary WHITE, d/o Lewis and Katherine, c. 1640 in Eng.
He was transported to Northampton Co., Vir. in 1653 by Anthony Hoskins.
Daughter Blandina mar. John Bosman/Bozman in Somerset c. 1670.
Philip listed in a few court records in Somerset 1672-1675. He was listed as of Manokin, Somerset Co.

(One researcher listed Philip and Mary's children as :
Philip
Landama
James
Mary
Blandina

SOURCE ?)

Has anyone done any research on the Risdons ?

Severn Summers 1850

Vanessa — 14 Aug 2001 1:24:46 GMT

are there any Summers reseachers that may have info on the Summer's in Somerset Co. Md. looking for parents of Severn Summers married Susan Gibson on 1-25-1842 Somerset Co.,children were Mary, Sarah,. Severn Summers was a Waterman, in the 1850 census he lived in the Brinkley District #127.

Sterlings of Somerset, Md

Carolyn Jean Sterling — 17 Jul 1999 12:00:00 GMT

Please I am looking to trace my ancestors. John STERLING born 1638, England came to Somerset about 1667 married Hannah --- then married Mary MARTIN MOORE. Son, Henry STERLING married Mary's daughter Grace MOORE. Lived at Ape's Hole. Some time down the road 1800's my grandfather George W. STERLING was born in Gloucester, Va but lived most of his childhood in Crisfield, Md with his grandparents Isaac (Crow)and Hester STERLING until he moved back to Gloucester to build a business, marry and rear his own family. My father Thomas J STERLING born 1897 was next to the youngest of his 17 children. My goal is to trace family of both grandmother and grandfather to the revolution. Henry was too old to join and his son Henry seems to have been too young. The DEAL name comes in with my grandmother Alice DEAL wife of George W STERLING. Her parents were John DEAL and Alice BROWN of Virginia. I have a copy of George and Alice's marriage certificate. George's parents were Noah STERLING and Elizabeth RESPESS (spelling?)This is where I am stopped. Thanks in advance for any help or leads anyone can give. Please contact me at my email address. Carolyn

John Parramore Family Genealogy

MikeBlewett28 — 17 Mar 2007 4:15:02 GMT

This information was obtain thru using the following sources: US Census; Land Records; Church Record (where found); Virginia Genealogist; Whitelaw's "Virginia's Eastern Shore", Vol. I and II.; The Early Settlers of Maryland; and Various Calendar of Wills.

Descendants of John Parramore
1. John Parramore , Sr (b.Abt 1605-Isle of Ithanel,Kent,England;d.15 Jan 1676-Pockett Norton,Somerset County,MD)
sp: Jane Drake (m.Bef 1637;d.Bef 1642-Accomack County,VA)
2. Frances Parramore (b.Abt 1636-VA;d.Bef 1676)
sp: Mr Henson (m.Aft 1656)
3. Jane Henson
sp: Elizabeth Drake (b.Abt 1626-Merstham,Surrey,England;m.Abt 1642;d.Abt 1650-VA)
2. Elizabeth Parramore (b.Abt 1645-Accomack County,VA;d.Bef 1679)
sp: Jephet Cooke (m.Abt 1644)
2. Thomas Parramore , Sr (b.Abt 1648-Accomack County,VA;d.20 Nov 1716-Northampton County,VA)
sp: Sarah James (m.Abt 1666)
3. Elizabeth Parramore
sp: Mason Abbott (m.Bef 1721)
3. John Parramore (b.Abt 1670-Northampton County,VA;d.14 May 1728-Northampton County,VA)
sp: Sarah Justice (b.Abt 1702-Accomack County,VA)
3. Thomas Parramore , Jr (b.Abt 1715-Accomack County,VA;d.Bef 27 Dec 1774-Accommack County,VA)
sp: Joanna Custis Hope (m.Abt 1740)
2. John Parramore , Jr (b.Abt 1651-Accommack County,VA;d.Abt 1701-Somerset County,MD)
sp: Abbia Manlove (b.Abt 1640-Plymouth Colony,MA;m.Abt 1669)
3. John Parramore III (b.29 Nov 1670-Somerset County,MD;d.Abt 1740)
3. Frances Parramore (b.22 Feb 1673-Somerset County,MD)
3. Matthew Parramore (b.12 May 1677-Somerset County,MD;d.Abt 1739-Somerset County,MD)
sp: Susannah (b.Abt 1675-MD)
3. Sarah Parramore (b.30 Sep 1679-Somerset County,MD)
sp: Caleb Core (m.27 Sep 1793)
3. Thomas Parramore (b.16 Dec 1681-Somerset County,MD;d.Abt 1750)
sp: Ms 'Sarah' Mayden (m.Aft 1650)
2. Arnold P. Parramore (b.Abt 1651-Accommack County,VA;d.Abt 1688-Somerset County,MD)
sp: Bridgit Robinson (b.Abt Feb 1660/1661-Hungars Parish,Northampton Co.,VA;m.Bef 30 Nov 1680)
3. Thomas Parramore (b.Abt 1680-Accomack County,VA;d.Abt 1714)
3. Robinson Parramore (b.Abt 1682-Accomack County,VA)
sp: Jeptha Johnson Jr (b.Abt 1680-Northampton County,VA;m.Abt 1701)
3. Sarah "Susanna" Parramore (b.Abt 1685-Accomack County,VA;d.Aft 1687)
sp: Thomas Wilson
sp: Obedience Johnson
sp: Sarah (m.Abt 1686)
3. James Parramore , Sr (b.Abt 1685-Somerset County,MD;d.21 Jun 1742-Somerset County,MD)
sp: UNKNOWN
sp: Mary Studson Hudson (b.Abt 1632;m.Abt 1662;d.Aft 1677)
2. Mary Parramore
sp: Mr Bell
3. Roger Bell
3. George Bell
3. Cornelius Bell
2. Richard Parramore , Sr (b.Abt 1662-Northampton County,VA;d.Abt 1706-Northampton County,VA)
sp: Ann
sp: Mary Parramore Johnson
3. Temperance Parramore (b.Bef Sep 1693-Northampton County,VA)
sp: Joseph Heath
3. Mary Parramore (b.Abt 1699-Northampton County,VA)
sp: Joseph Marshall
3. John Parramore (b.Bef 1704-Northampton County,VA;d.Abt 1764-Northampton County,VA)
3. Obedience Parramore (b.Bef 1704-Northampton County,VA;d.Abt 18 Apr 1766)
sp: Alice Bryant (m.Bef 7 Oct 1728)
sp: Elizabeth Knight (m.Bef 1729)
3. Richard Parramore , Jr (b.Bef 1706-Northampton County,VA;d.31 Jul 1753-Worcester County,MD)
sp: Bridgett (m.Abt 1742)

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John "Lum" & Edith H BIVENS

after40 — 27 Jul 2001 7:38:58 GMT

I am seeking information on the John "Lum" & Edith H BIVENS family who resided in Chance, MD (Rock Creek it was once known as). John & Edith BIVENS were my great-grandparents. The BIVENS's family was rather large in children.

My grandparents were John & Ada JONES who resided in Chance, MD., also. John died in the late 30's and Ada died in February of 1970.
If there is anyone that can relate to either of these families please contact me.

Thanks

Matthias Jones and Alfred H. Jones

svikaros — 16 Feb 2007 10:37:44 GMT

Searching for Matthias Jones and Alfred H. Jones of Somerset Maryland.
Alfred was found in the 1850 Census of Princess Anne.

Alfred H. Jones
Birth : 11 Jan 1808, Somerset, MD
Death 04 Nov 1866
Father: Matthias Jones
Mother: Milcah Gale Wilson
Other siblings: Edward Wilson Jones birth 8 Feb 1806 death 1892
Peggy Wilson Jones birth 29 Jan 1814, death 11 Sept 1885, Married Tubman Jones about 1834

Somerset County books for sale

srlibrary — 29 Jan 2007 5:41:07 GMT

The Sons of the Revolution Library in Glendale, California,
is selling duplicate books. These are new or like-new paperback books, each about Somerset County, Maryland. They are either unmarked, or at most have a few rubber stamps with the name of the previous owner or of our library. They all have solid, like-new bindings and no stickers or labels.

We have priced these books at 10% less than the lowest price
we could find on the Internet for used or new books.

Prices do not include shipping. We charge only the ACTUAL
SHIPPING COSTS; the price of a padded envelope plus postage.
We prefer Media Mail, but you can pay for faster, more
expensive shipping if you like.

To buy our books, e-mail me at ancestry@charter.net.

Bill Principe
Glendale, California

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Dryden, Ruth. Land Records of Somerset County, Maryland. Westminster MD: Family Line, 1992. $95.00

Dryden, Ruth. Somerset County, Maryland, Rent Rolls, 1663-1723. Westminster MD: Family Line, c.1995? $25.00

Dryden, Ruth. Somerset County, Maryland, Wills 1788-1799, EB 1. Westminster MD: Family Line, c.1995? $15.00

Dryden, Ruth. Somerset County, Maryland, Wills 1777-1788, WK. Westminster MD: Family Line, c.1995? $15.00

Russo, J. Elliott. Tax Lists of Somerset County, 1730-1740. Westminster MD: Family Line, 1995. $25.00

Coroner's Records

darlareed262 — 23 Jan 2007 2:47:40 GMT

Do coroner's records exist for Somerset county for the year 1900 and where can they be located?

Buckingham Church

Doris Whaley — 14 Oct 2006 6:46:06 GMT

I am trying to find a marriage of William Whaley and Hannah Round supposedly taken place 1769 at Buckingham Church. Is this a church or location?

Are there any records of marriages or births here?
Thank you.
Doris

Mt. Peer Cemetery in Marion Station

ValerieFranklin10 — 30 Dec 2006 9:26:57 GMT

For the last seven years I have tried to find out who holds the records to this cemetery. It is next to Mt. Peer church but they are not the keeper of the records. Can anyone help with this request? I have tried the traditional methods with no success. My family dating back to the 1850's are buried in this cemetery. The older graves as not marked and there are no markers because of deterioration.

Location of microfilm

obw22 — 29 Dec 2006 6:51:06 GMT

If searching for obituaries for people who primarily lived in Crisfield, where would one find microfilm of those newspapers -- Crisfield, Salisbury or somewhere else?

Name Search in Somerset County - Evans, Bradshaw, Tyler, Marsh

bvalco — 28 Dec 2006 5:42:56 GMT

A number of the names mentioned on this board are common on Smith Island, a part of Somerset. They do have a compiled genealogy and people interested in connections. Suggest you contact them at the Smith Island Center, the museum on the island (smithisl@intercom.net). Evans, Bradshaw, Tyler, Marsh and other mentioned families all still live there and have for many (some as many as 14) generations.

St. Andrews Church Cemetery, Princess Anne, Somerset, MD

bvalco — 28 Dec 2006 5:33:44 GMT

Have mounted (on FindaGrave.com)a number of tombstone photos for people buried in the St. Andrews Church Cemetery in Princess Anne MD. They can be seen at http://www.findagrave.com/cgi-bin/fg.cgi?page=cr&CRid=19...;

Names are Ake, Cottman, Covington, Dashiell, Dennis, Drew, Gale, Johnston, Jones, King, Windsor

I'm hoping someone will have pics, genealogical, biographical info to add. Please contact me at bvalco@comcast.net for additions/corrections.

Beverly

St. Andrews Church Cemetery, Princess Anne, Somerset, MD

bvalco — 28 Dec 2006 5:30:04 GMT

Antioch Methodist Church Cemetery, Princess Anne, Somerset, MD

bvalco — 27 Dec 2006 6:48:49 GMT

Have mounted (on FindaGrave.com)a number of tombstone photos for people buried in the Antioch Methodist Church in Princess Anne MD. They can be seen at http://www.findagrave.com/cgi-bin/fg.cgi?page=cr&CRid=80...;

Names are Brown, Crockett, Langford, Lankford, Humphreys, Miller, Pusey, Ross, Toadvine

I'm hoping someone will have pics, genealogical, biographical info to add. Please contact me at bvalco@comcast.net for additions/corrections.

Beverly

Antioch Methodist Church Cemetery, Princess Anne, Somerset, MD

bvalco — 27 Dec 2006 6:46:15 GMT

EVANS OF CRISFIELD

EVA BRYANT — 9 Nov 2006 1:46:17 GMT

I am looking for an unknown Evans in Crisfield, that married a lady named Victoria Cole. Victoria was born about 1871, daughter of John Cole and Alice, who were in in Virginia in 1880.

Manokin Presbyterian Church Cemetery, Princess Anne, Somerset, MD

bvalco — 27 Dec 2006 5:55:03 GMT

Have mounted (on FindaGrave.com)a number of tombstone photos for people buried in the Cemetery of Manokin Presbyterian Church in Princess Anne MD. They can be seen at http://www.findagrave.com/cgi-bin/fg.cgi?page=cr&GRid=17...;

Names are Bosman, Brackett, Crisfield, Fontaine, Handy, Hayman, Heaton, Lankford, Paae, Polk, Pusey, Shields, Smith

I'm hoping someone will have pics, genealogical, biographical info to add. Please contact me at bvalco@comcast.net for additions/corrections.

Beverly

Manokin Presbyterian Church Cemetery, Princess Anne, Somerset, MD

bvalco — 27 Dec 2006 5:53:05 GMT

Wharton (Crisfield)

obw22 — 12 Dec 2006 2:11:52 GMT

I am searching for the exact date of death of Robert L. WHARTON (1848-1923) of Crisfield. If anyone knows, please reply or email me. Thanks.

Dave

David Weeks and Sarah Tooley Weeks living in Somerset County 1910

shaslam100 — 5 Dec 2006 3:02:13 GMT

I am searching for any information on Ethel Tooley and her mother. I don't know much...except that her mother Sarah was apparently married to Ethel's mother in Ohio, prior to being married to my great-grandfather, David Weeks...and they all moved to Maryland in 1910. The 1900 census shows them in Wood County, Ohio, the 1910 census shows them in Somerset, Maryland and the 1920 Census shows them in Wicomico, Maryland. David Weeks apparently died between 1910 and 1920 since Sarah is shown as a widow in the 1920 census living with Ethel and Ethel has married at this point to her husband, Oscar Heath. It is apparent that David died in Maryland, but I do not know in which county. I am most interested in any information on any of these people...particularly in Sarah and David....I do not know Sarah's maiden name nor the name of Ethel's father. Any help appreciated. Thank you.

wilson

ale2415d5f01de319d40e7aef2312dc50a170f — 3 Nov 2006 7:40:49 GMT

I am looking for the family of my late great-grand father,
Samuel Edward Wilson. His parents were Henry/Mary Wilson. He was baptised at Samuel Welsey Church

My grandmother, Ida Wilson Chase is buried in the county.

Moves to York Co, VA around 1800

mgainer_1 — 29 Oct 2006 10:10:05 GMT

I am running across alot of families who moved from Somerset County to the Poquoson area of York County, Virginia around 1800. Does anyone know why so many families moved then?

BRADSHAW

AMUSS — 9 Feb 2006 1:36:18 GMT

Hello,
I sure hope someone here can help me....I've been trying to find my origins for two years and haven't done it yet.
I'm trying to find out anything about URIAH BRADSHAW who is listed as taking the Oath Of Allegiance in 1778, Somerset County, Maryland. This is on pg. 23 of the Md. Early Census Index. His I.D.# is MDS1a391974.
I'm trying to link him to my Virginia BRADSHAW family. I believe there is a link because the name of Uriah is not that common and I have a Uriah, a Zachariah, and also a Harberson in my family. My Uriah lived in Fredericksburg, Spotsylvania Co., Va. and was married twice that I know of, possibly three times. I have his wives as Jane P. SORRELL (the widow WRIGHT), Ellen B. MURRAY and possibly a Keziah BRAGG. If anyone has any of these names in their data I would really love to exchange information with you.
I hope someone can help me.

Travel to GA

Doris Whaley — 14 Oct 2006 7:12:29 GMT

Are there any stories about traveling from Sommerset, MD to GA about 1783/4?
Doris

Harper, Pimore, Somerset County, 1700s

Dorothy O'Neill — 13 Oct 2006 9:19:53 GMT

I am trying to connect my Harper ancestors that were in Lincoln County, Georgia, to the Harpers that were in Somerset, Maryland, in the 1700s.

While researching the elusive Bannister Harper, Sr. and Jr., the Land Records show that Bannister Harper, Jr. of Georgia, who had the children mentioned below, John, William (my line), Robert, and Averilla, was the grandson or son of a John Harper (unproved) in Somerset.

Does anyone have any information on this property in Somerset, or records that will tie this line together?

Maryland Census, 1772-1890 Record
Name: JOHN HARPER
State: MD
County: Somerset County
Township: Pocomoke Hundred
Year: 1723
Page: NPL
Database: MD Early Census Index

Note concerning the children of Bannister Haper:
Land Records of Somerset Co. MD", on page 332, regarding the land lot known as Pimore, the following entry is found: "23-Nov-1805, John HARPER, William HARPER, Robert HARPER, Averilla HARPER, all of Lincoln Co. GA sold to Isaac Riggen ..." This could be a clue to where the Harpers of Lincoln Co. came from.
The Headrights Land Grants brought people into GA from all over the eastern seaboard, from as far north as PA and probably even further.

Any leads, suggestions, or corrections will be gratefully received.

Dorothy O'Neill in Mississippi

Coulbourne (Colburn)(Coulbourn)(Coulburn)

shirleycole31 — 5 Feb 2005 1:23:46 GMT

I am posting this query once more in hopes that someone new has come on board who can give me some leads.
I am looking for the parents/siblings of MARGARET(MARGURET) ELIZABETH COULBOURNE (30 AUG 1844-13 NOV 1892). She married GEORGE ISAAC CLUFF(1837-1907). They are my Ggrandparents and are both buried at the Baptist Church, Rehobeth, Md. They are the parents of: George S, Charles Asbury,
Etta Mae, Mary E., and Robert Henry. I have most of the info on the CLUFF line but none on the COULBOURNE line. I would greatly appreciate it if anyone can give me any leads to start on.
Shirley Cluff Cole

McCready-Nelson-Somerset County

Barbara McCready-Conner — 28 Jun 2004 4:47:23 GMT

I understand that the Nelson line is also researching
my McCready line in Somerset County. My Great
Grandmother, Patty Ann Nelson married Thomas Asbury
McCready, 1949. I am looking to connect to anyone
who has information on this line of McCreadys ---
particularly Alexander McCready, circa 1686.
Thanks

Where is Potato Neck in Somerset Co.?

BobinCobb — 17 Sep 2006 5:00:43 GMT

Looking at 1860 & 70 census for Ford's in Potato Neck Enumeration District. The town is 4-5 letters then town. I have the census image, looking for the town name.

Bob Stockman Woodstock GA

WALLER OF SOMERSET CO.

Judy Shockey — 11 Apr 1999 12:00:00 GMT

I am searching for infomation on my WALLER ancesters.I am the granddaughter Isaac H. WALLER(b1867-d1945).I am enterested in my great-grandfather,Isaac ?. WALLER(also known as Frank)born1818 in Maryland.He married Susan,(last name unknown)she was born 1841.They had three sons,Isaac H.WALLER,William WALLER and Charles WALLER.They all lived in SOMERSET CO.Md.

Henry Jones / Mary J. Walter of Deal Island

Cheryl Bennett Vikaros — 21 Aug 2006 12:19:42 GMT

The 1880 census has Henry Jones b. 1858 Sailor with his wife Mary J. Jones on Deal Island, MD. Their Somerset marriage was recorded as 1877. She was Mary J. Walter. They can be found a few years later on Hollands Island. I'm interested in both these families.
On Hollands Island there was a William J. Walter who married Sarah A. Holland in 1891. William listed his residence as Spring Island. Sarah was from Hooper's Island.

Marriage license HOWTON/TROVER late 1780's

J. Harris — 15 Jul 2006 12:02:12 GMT

Looking for an old marriage record, license, or bond for
JONATHAN HOWTON & ANN E. TROVER for 1780's.
Your help will be greatly appreciated.
THanks
Jan

William Patton died 1715 Somerset MD

meskeezicks — 20 Feb 2006 2:29:10 GMT

William Patton was married to Elinor Campbell

I am interested in finding out when and if he was the immigrant ancestor in this family line.

My Patton line is:

William father of Robert born 1710 (Somerset county MD),
Father of William born 1740,
father of Isaac born 1781 (Somerest CO, NJ???),
father of Vincent born 1806 (OH),
father of Samual born 1843 (Indiana)
father of Clara born 1866 Indiana
Clara married a Shepler.

Thank you

Mary

Makepeace

JodiDew — 10 Jul 2006 4:45:41 GMT

I found some documentation at the MD archieves in Annapolis that states Isaac Lawson, his wife Hannah, and son George are all buried on Makepeace property. Isaac b 1777 and d 1843
Hannah b 1797 and d 1852
George b 1833 and d 1852

I was wondering what the relation would be between this family and the family who own Makepeace at the time. Isaac's son, Noah Lawson, owned a house on Jacksonville Rd. which perhaps was Isaac's, and family members tell me that is near Makepeace. Noah is buried in St. Peters and his brother William buried in Ashbury.

Nancy Tyler m Isaac Lawson 1809

JodiDew — 10 Jul 2006 4:33:16 GMT

According to marriage records, an Isaac Lawson married Nancy Tyler in 1809.

Does anyone have any information on this Nancy Tyler? I think that the Isaac who married her, went on to remarry Hannah Sterling in 1812. They were the parents of William, Noah, Nancy, and George Lawson, and are buried at Makepeace.

According to a message by my great aunt, Isaac did marry a Tyler and the did have some childern. I would like to find out more about this.

Please contact me if you know more.

Thanks, Jodi

Edgar Pusey born 1870 dead end

djhastings — 31 Oct 2002 8:58:28 GMT

I am looking for the parents of Edgar Pusey (1870-?) who according to the 1900 census for Princess Anne, Md was born in Maryland as were his parents , his wife Annie B.(1867- >1920) and her parents. The household contains two Taylors as "boarder" and the household next door is headed by a Mary Taylor who is old enough to be Annie Pusey's mother. Because neighbor widow Taylor owns her land but lists no acreage in farming, and because Edgar rents his land and has 120 acres in farming, I suspect that Edgar's wife Annie is a Taylor. However in 1920 I find her living next door to a Josephine Banks in Trappe district who is also old enough to be her mother.

Children of Edgar and Annie Pusey are : Vador E (married Doris/Dawrice Dryden son Aubrey) , Ressie who married Alex Powell, Ruger W , Wade, Henry, and my grandmother Alta Rae Pusey who married Sam Hastings.

Chaille Long

Syd — 1 May 1999 12:00:00 GMT

Hello, I am looking for anyone that has any information about Charles Chaille Long. He was a LT COL in the civil war from Somerset County. I am trying to trace his connection to the Swann family.
Also would like to know any information about Zachariah Chaille.
Thanks...
Have a Great day!

Handy family of Maryland

Rhonda — 19 Dec 2002 3:41:08 GMT

I am currently researching the Handy family.
I am looking for a man (possibly James) that moved to Kershaw County,SC after the Revolutionary War.
He had at least three sons(John,Thomas,and Samuel) that settled in Wilkes County NC.

The three sons were born in the 1790s. I think my line is Samuel who married Mahala Shumate and fathered Toliver in 1834. Toliver married Susan Absher and fathered Tobias in 1879. Tobias married Maryann (Ellis or Wagoner) and fathered
Brady in 1899. Brady married Dellar Hincher Handy and fathered my dad Guy in 1933.

My main interest is the father of the three brothers -- I find no record of him. Tell me about the Handys and their heritage in Maryland. Any Native American blood?

Where was Besgrove Plantation, (upon the seaboard side); 1724

Jackie Helmke — 22 Jun 2006 9:09:39 GMT

Robert Perrie of Lewistown (?Lewes, DE) 10 July 1724, proved 20 April 1725, gave to Elizabeth Thomson, wife of Mr. John Thomson, my horse named Button; to cousin Archibald Smith of Lewistown, merchant, my plantation in Sommerset Co MD, upon the seaboard side, called Besgrove, surveyed for 200 ac, .....can anyone tell me how to find out where Besgrove was? thanks...

Robert Perrie; Archibald Smith; John Simonton; bef 1700 to 1729

Jackie Helmke — 22 Jun 2006 9:12:49 GMT

Does anyone have any connection to any of these people, in the MD, DE, VA area, before 1700 to 1729 ? thanks

Denston research

DaleJones28 — 1 Jun 2006 12:08:28 GMT

Denston's 1850 lookup

DaleJones28 — 16 May 2006 11:46:23 GMT

Would love to know what Denston Families were in Somerset County during the 1850 census.
Descendants of Levin H. Denston

1 Levin H. Denston b: c 1765 in Worcester County, MD d: Bef. 1842
.. +Elizabeth Dryden b: c 1795 in Worcester County, MD m: 24 May 1814 in Worcester County, MD Father: Samuel Dryden Mother: Mary ?
......... 2 Levin H. Denston, Jr. b: c 1820 in Worcester Co.
............. +Lydia Townsend b: c 1828 m: 9 March 1846 in Worcester County, MD Father: Levin Townsend, Sr.
......... 2 Samuel J. W. Denston b: 1816 in Worcester County, MD d: 1902 Burial: Oriole Churchyard in Somerset, County
............. +Mary Ann Powell b: c 1813
......... 2 Mary A. Denston b: c 1815
............. +William H. Clogg b: c 1816 m: 6 December 1847 in Worcester County, MD
......... 2 Benjamin Denston b: c 1828
............. +Mary Ann Johnson b: February 1830 m: 2 January 1849 in Worcester County, MD
......... 2 Elizabeth Denston
......... 2 Matilda Margaret Denston

Puckum & Elliott, children married McGrath, Foxwell, Bloodsworth, Mezick

marienatasha — 21 Oct 2005 5:11:58 GMT

Carew family in Dames Quarter

Karyn Reed — 31 Jul 1999 12:00:00 GMT

I'm looking for any information on the CAREW family from the Dames Quarter, Somerset County, Maryland area. Family names include Maurice Newton Carew (b 1903), Maurice Newton Carew Sr. (b 1870) Thomas W. Carew (b 1846),John W. Carew(b 1808).

Ira B. Miles/Eva Bennett family

K. Charsha — 18 Apr 2006 7:51:58 GMT

Have a bit more information on this MIles family pieced together, but would still like to find a descendent in this family and more information on the children of Ira B. Miles and Eva Bennett.
Ira B. Miles (Oct 1878 - 1923) wife
Eva Bennett (June 1883 born Wilmington DE - Sept 1848)
Where buried??
Their children (from census info.)
Lorena (b. Mar 1900)
Clyde H. (b. Dec 12, 1903)
Evelyn (b. about 1904)
Anna (b. about 1906)
Lillian (b. about 1909)
Arden (b. Dec 1917)
Helen Virginia Miles(circa 1917)
Mildred (about 1912)
Doris (about 1921)
I have found that daughter Evelyn married Frank Merrill and know of 2 children from 1930 census: Helen and Frank.
Lillian married a man by the last name Grey.
Helen Virginia died at about age 5 and is buried in the Miles Cemetery in Somerset County.

Have nothing further on Eva's children.
my direct ancestor was a sister to Eva Bennett Miles. I have photos of Eva's parents and more information to share for anyone interested.

Ira was the son of Daniel Miles and Leah Hall - Eva was the daughter of John Bennett who was originally from Darmstadt Germany and Mary (Schwager) Nuse. They both lived in Wilmington, DE.

John GODDARD 1790-1861 MD>IL>MO

Clifford_Ocheltree — 13 Apr 2006 5:04:34 GMT

Wish to exchange information with anyone interested in the family of John GODDARD. The family originated in Somerset Co and Wicomico Co in Maryland, relocated to Bond Co and Madison Co in Illinois prior to 1840 and was in St Charles Co as well as St Louis Co Missouri by 1860.

JOHN GODDARD, b. ca. 2 January 1790 in MD, d. 2 March 1861, St Louis Co MO

Children:

1. Napoleon Bonaparte GODDARD, b. ca. 1819 in MD, m. Sarah PARK, 11 May 1842, Bond Co IL, m. Mary Ann Magdeline Dubose WHITWORTH, bef. October 1849, Darlington Co SC, m. Mary J [---] GODDARD, aft. July 1870 in SC, d. 22 August 1881, Marion Co SC

2. Mary Ann GODDARD, b. ca. 1820 in MD, m. John ALLINGTON, 29 September 1842, Madison Co IL, d. 14 May 1869, St Charles Co MO

3. Maranda GODDARD, b. 23 December 1823 in MD, m. Monroe Aaron THORNBURGH, 20 January 1845, Bond Co IL, d. 4 May 1848

4. Sarah Elizabeth GODDARD, b. ca. 13 October 1824 in MD, m. Samuel B URIAN, 23 July 1849, St Louis Co MO, d. 15 November 1891, St Louis Co MO

5. Eusebia GODDARD, b. October 1826 in MD, m. Richard Henry COLE, 25 April 1852, St Louis Co MO, d. 21 May 1908, St Louis Co MO

6. John Abel GODDARD, b. 8 August 1828, Somerset Co MD, m. MARY G SAPPINGTON, 1 May 1851, Madison Co IL, d. 14 November 1901, St Charles Co MO

7. Louisa GODDARD, b. ca. 1829 in MD, m. Ambrose CARROLL, 9 November 1843, Bond Co IL, d. bef. 17 March 1859

8. Alexander GODDARD, b. ca. August 1832 in MD, d. 18 March 1867, Madison Co IL

9. Sophronia GODDARD, b. ca. 1834 in MD, m. John Milton ST CLAIR, 23 July 1856, St Louis Co MO, d. 11 August 1896, St Louis Co MO

10. Josephine GODDARD, b. ca. 1836 in MD, m. Thomas WATKINS, 24 December 1857, St Louis Co MO, m. William M WALTON, aft. September 1869, d. 6 April 1915, St Louis Co MO

11. William E GODDARD, b. ca. August 1837 in MD, m. Sarah E SCOTT, 31 December 1868, Madison Co IL

Jane Mitchell married 1811 Somerset

3laxmom — 10 Mar 2005 2:43:11 GMT

Searching for the parents fo Jane Mitchell who was probably born in Somerset before 1795. She married Thomas Roberts, son of Rev War soldier John Roberts. Possible ties with Northern Neck, VA

WILMORE WHITE, FRANCIS (BUD) WHITE, MARY WHITE

Peggy (White) Rice-Cannon — 13 Aug 2003 1:09:04 GMT

Wilmore(Wilbert) was my father, and Bud and Mary my grandparents. We all lived in Belltown (Marion Station) years ago. My father died in a house fire in 1963 and my grandfather shortly thereafter. I remember my grandmother but don't recall when she passed. Does anyone recall my family??

Henry Freakes/Friggs of Somerset County, Maryland

Charles Frakes — 25 Feb 2006 8:27:36 GMT

Have extensive, detailed data on this man thought by some researchers to be the possible immigrant ancestor for many modern day Frakes lines.

For info contact me directly at my email address.

Charles Frakes
Scotts Valley, CA

SPENCE DNA PROJECT

Sloan spence Mason — 19 Feb 2006 3:51:01 GMT

Please some of you SPENCE family members from Somerset Maryland, please join the SPENCE DNA project and get your DNA 25 marker test done. This is only for male SPENCE direct lines. We need your help in connecting our ancestors. Please go to the following website, and contact the Administrator if you have any question.
thanks.

http://www.familytreedna.com/(4zn54e2wphgs4n45ue5s0355)/publ...

Gloviers in Colonial Maryland

eileenbradbury — 11 Jan 2004 3:22:08 GMT

I'm trying to trace Gloviers who were in Southern Maryland or the Eastern Shore before 1800, but after the Revolution, some of whom might have migrated into the Northern Neck of Virginia. Common names were Richard, John, and Benjamin. The name often became Glover, but I've found that a helpful clue might be that the "i" was in the name at that time. Thanks, JDG jd-glover@comcast.net.

dartnell

BrianMengini39 — 17 Feb 2006 1:59:48 GMT

Hello... looking for a catherine dartnell born ca 1820 in maryland. she moved to pa and had kids there. I dont know much more bout her.

Thanks

Brian

Maj. Alexander Roxburgh

Roxbury1635 — 14 Feb 2006 3:31:11 GMT

Maj. Roxburgh was given 4 parcels for his service in the Revolutionary War. Does any one know what happened to his family? Children William, Matthew or Elizabeth. I know she lived in Salisbury at least until the date of her will in 1863 and died in 1867.

Georgianna Evans married to Amos Lawson

darlareed262 — 10 Jan 2006 7:50:31 GMT

I am looking for any relatives of Georgianna Evans who married Amos Lawson about 1905 in Crisfield

Clarence Baughan (1899-1980), teacher

stemmatis — 4 Jan 2006 12:04:35 GMT

Clarence N. Baughan was for many years a teacher in Princess Anne.

He was born in VA in 1899 and died in Feb 1980 while residing in Princess Anne. His father was a Methodist minister and his only brother died in childhood.

Clarence married twice -- first about 1925 to Margaret Marie Harris. She died in 1959 in Princess Anne. His second wife was Kathleen Powell, who died in Feb 1985.

Looking for an obituary for Clarence, Marie and Kathleen. Would like to know where they are buried, and any other information about him. Memories of former students and friends of his daughters Joann and Sara would be helpful.

Beauchamp in Somerset

DaleJones74 — 30 Jan 2005 7:59:35 GMT

Trying to get the Beauchamp family tied to its links with other lines in Somerset County. Thanks Dale M. Jones
<santaman@ezy.net>
family number one;
Descendants of Theodore Beauchamp

1 Theodore Beauchamp
.. +Elizabeth Parks
......... 2 Elizabeth D. Beauchamp b: 3 April 1858 d: 1 August 1937
............. +James Wilson Dryden b: 23 March 1848 in Worcester County, Maryland d: 7 November 1927 Father: Henry Dryden Mother: Ann Ross

Family number two;
Descendants of Levin W. Beauchamp

1 Levin W. Beauchamp b: c 1814
.. +Margaret ? b: c 1821 m: c 1838 d: c 1852
......... 2 John W. Beauchamp b: c 1840
......... 2 Margaret J. Beauchamp b: c 1842
......... 2 Sarah E. Beauchamp b: c 1844
......... 2 Lewis A. Beauchamp b: c 1850 d: c 1855
*2nd Wife of Levin W. Beauchamp:
.. +Sarah L. "Sally" Holland b: c 1832 m: 28 November 1853 in Worcester County, MD d: c 1875
......... 2 Levin T. Beauchamp b: c 1855
............. +Melissa Anna Pusey b: c 1859 m: 3 February 1880 in Worcester County, MD
......... 2 Susan Frances Beauchamp b: c 1862 d: 1937
............. +William James Ross b: 1857 m: 8 May 1879 in Worcester County, MD d: 1938
......... 2 George W. Beauchamp b: c 1857
......... 2 James Beauchamp b: c 1863
......... 2 Allison Beauchamp b: c 1865
......... 2 Charles Beauchamp b: c 1868

Evans marriage to Carver in 1881

darlareed262 — 25 Aug 2005 6:19:08 GMT

I need help finding info about the marriage of George Christopher Evans to Florence Carver in 1881 in Crisfield. I believe George went by his middle name and Florence's maiden name was Carver.

HENRY PRETTYMAN WHITE, Dames Quarter, 1822-1898

HLBenson49 — 2 Oct 2005 5:17:48 GMT

Does anyone know where Henry is buried? Is there a White family graveyard? And does anyone know where in Dames Quarter his farm was/is? I'm visiting in Somerset, later this month (Oct 05), and I'd like to see whatever may exist relative to Henry (my g-gf whom I've just discovered). Are there any other local sites I shouldn't miss? Many thanks if you can help this out-of-stater.

---Brittingham b ca 1735 dbef 1783

mtnbrook53 — 25 Jun 2001 8:00:36 GMT

DOES ANYONE HAVE INFORMATION RE ------BRITTINGHAM B CA 1735
D. BEF 1783, HAD TWO SONS ELIJAH AND ISAAC. IF WE FOLLOWED THE EARY NAMING CONVENTION -----BRITTINGHAMS FIRST SON WOULD
BE NAMED FOR THE FATHERS FATHER (ELIJAH) SECOND SON FOR THE
MOTHERS FATHER (ISAAC). SOMEHOW IT COULD ALSO BE NATHANIEL.THEIR BIRTH WOULD BE CA 1700. DOES ANYONE HAVE ANY INFORMATION ON THIS ELUSIVE BRITTINGHAM

"Captains and Mariners of Early MD"---look up, please!

HLBenson49 — 2 Oct 2005 5:33:09 GMT

If anyone has this book, by Raphael Semmes, could you look up James H. Bussells, who was listed as "Captain of Vessel," in the 1880 Dames Quarter census? He was son-in-law of Henry Prettyman White (1823-1898) of Dames Quarter.
James was born 1841, probably Nutters District, Worcester County, and likely died in VA, bet 1900 & 1910. Many thanks.

JAMES H. BUSSELLS Union M.E. Church, Dames Quarter?

HLBenson49 — 2 Oct 2005 5:25:56 GMT

James H. Bussells, b. 1841, Worcester Co., was m. to Laura, dau of Henry Prettyman White. James is supposed to be listed, in a stained glass window, with other Bussells, at the Union N. E. Church, but the location of this church is unknown to me. Is it in Dames Quarter?
Also seeking info or a cemetery look-up for his father, Milton Bussells, listed in the 1850 Dames Quarter census, age 35. I believe he may have died in 1859. I'd like to see any sites associated with either James or Milton. James was listed, 1880 Dames Quarter census as "Captain of Vessel."

Jane Catlin married to James Carver

darlareed262 — 11 Sep 2005 3:23:14 GMT

Can anyone help me find info about the family of Jane Catlin born in 1815? She married James D. Carver May 14, 1833.

African/Native-American Cottman, Jackson, Dixon, Gibbons in Princess Anne

antoniamar — 24 Jun 2005 9:50:49 GMT

My great-grandfather, Oliver Cottman, was born 1889 in Princess Anne, MD. I am hoping to learn the identity of his father (presumably a Cottman). I am also hoping to find ancestral photos or other records. Oliver had a sister, Beulah born around 1894 but, she may have died by age 10. I've traced the following information about his mother's side of the family:

Oliver's Mother - Maggie Jackson (of Cherokee descent) born around 1872. Daughter of William Jackson (occupation listed as a carpenter in 1870) and Louisa Gibbons. Had a brother, William. Both with dark skin and grey eyes. They also had an older sister named Ella (think she died young). Maggie and her mother, Louisa, were clothes washers.

Oliver's Grandmother - Louisa Gibbons (married name Jackson) born about 1840. Daughter of Arnold Gibbons and Julia or Judy Dixon. Had at least one brother, Arnold Gibbons born about 1850 (worked in a lumber mill in 1880).

In 1910, Oliver lived on King's Creek Rd. (If I made out the handwriting correctly), with his wife Harriet Hawkes, grandmother Louisa Jackson, apparently next door to his uncle William (with wife Anne and daughter Cleo).

Any information, clues or advice would be greatly appreciated!

John Ellis m. Mary Shiletto 1686 Somerset

SusanEC75214 — 29 Aug 2005 9:14:56 GMT

Wondering if anyone has info on the Ellis family..

Perhaps they came from Wales? If so, which ship and when?

Did their descendants move to N.C.?

Stevenson, Bratton, Hall

DoreneStevenson — 30 Dec 2005 1:58:31 GMT

I would love to talk to anyone who has worked on the early Stevenson lines from MD/DE.

George Stevenson posted the Stevenson book on Roots web and in the Jones - Stevenson#1 notes it says that there is a Robert Stevenson who d. Somerset Co. by 19 Aug 1730 (Ann Accts.10:460) Does anyone have a copy of this will? or can someone please tell me where I can get it.

My line is Robert b. abt 1700 married Hannah (Mills, I think based on John Mill's will). d. 1760 naming Samuel, James, Robert and Polly.

In the Maryland Calendar of Wills there is a will for

William Stevenson Sr, Carpenter, Somerset Co,. Three dates on it
14 Jun 1725 29th Jan, 1727-8
5th Jul, 1728

To Wife ______, Moses Goodin and rebecka O'Brian for the remainder of their time; he by indenture and she by judgement of Court at Divideing Creeke, Ju, 1721, judged to be 6 yrs old; and personality.

To sons William and John, dau. Margaret, Samuel Brain, granddau. Mary Stevenson, grandson William Hall, Moses Goodan and Rebecka O'Brian, grandchild. Margaret Braban ad Hugh Braban, personalty.

To dau. Eliizabeth, 1s.

To wife ______, son William and Dau. Margaret, residue of estate.

Exs: Wife ______and son William.
Test: Wm. Robinson, Robert Stevenson.
Above will not signed. 19,468

Is Braban the same as Bratten?????
Samuel Brain.......Is he a Stevenson or is this Bratten????????
Goodin may be Godwin.
I think that Elizabeth is married to a Hall based on later inventories and that Braban should be Bratten but I'm not sure on the Samuel Brain.

If you can give me some advice on these matters please e-mail me.

Thank you,
Dorene

William Ward d.1840 Need to connect

Elton_Jones — 22 Feb 2003 3:13:42 GMT

Hello,
Somerset orphan's court records show my gggf William Benjamin Ward and his sister Sarah had a William Wilson appointed their guardians in 1840. My gggf would have been 4 years old. I didn't know Sarah existed before reading this record. Their father was listed as William Ward. I know that William Ward is a popular name in Somerset. Is there a record out there for a William Ward that died in 1840? Any help will be appreciated. Thanks.

Laird

Mark Laird — 16 Aug 2005 2:06:46 GMT

Hello Listers, I'm still on my never ending quest on the laird surname of Somerset County. Name was changed to Laird from Lord around 1873. Why I do not know????

Anyway, Still looking for parents of a William T Laird( Born Lord) William was born between 1815 0r 1822. I have seen both. Died around 1880 in Somerset Co.

I have been told it could be a Jesse Lord. b.abt 1775-1786
married Milcah Jones around 1800

Any help would be appreciated!
Thanks