Colfax - Family History & Genealogy Message Board

Burial place of Spruce McCoy Baird (1814-1872)?

John A. Stovall — 19 Jun 2005 3:54:53 GMT

I'm trying to locate the burial place of Spruce McCoy Baird for the Appendix of Out of State Burials for the Second volume of _Texas Burial Sites of Civil War Notables_. The Handbook of Texas states he died in Cimarron, New Mexico, June 5th, 1872.

http://www.tsha.utexas.edu/handbook/online/articles/BB/fba18...

Any assitance in this would be greatly appreciated.

Jack W. SAMMON, b. NM - SPRINGER AREA?

kieshabaggett_1 — 31 Jul 2008 9:43:21 GMT

i am trying to find info on my great grandfather, jack w sammon, i know he was born in new mexico, i think colfax county because i have found him in that area census for 1920. I am trying to find out where he was born, his father was robert walker sammon, i need to know when robert died also. I really am trying to find out my great grandma marys maiden name and when her and jack were married and where! Any help would greatly be appreciated!

Thomas F. MURPHY, b. 1859 -- Mayor of Raton

GREERMAC — 19 Dec 2005 8:48:02 GMT

Thomas F. MURPHY, b. Dec 1859, IL, a tinner by trade and one-time Mayor of Raton, appears in US censuses for Raton, Colfax Co., NM, 1900-1930. Wife Mamie (CAMPBELL?), b. Jun 1870, PA, apparently is the Mary E. MURPHY who d. Colfax Co., 20 Nov 1929. Interested in obits. for both Thomas and Mamie as well as information on children:
May/Mary MURPHY, b. Sep 1887, m. Thomas MORROW, lived Denver, CO.
Margaret MURPHY, b. Apr 1890, m. Joe WOOTEN.
Agnes MURPHY, b. Aug 1892, m. Rene TROY/TROYER (possibly the Rene TROYER d. 29 Oct 1920 as Agnes is widow in 1930 census).
John Paul or Paul J. MURPHY, b. Oct 1893.

Gibbs in cemeteries near Farley or Raton, Colfax County, New Mexico

JFriedman7947 — 16 Aug 2004 8:40:12 GMT

I am looking for any Gibbs that were buried in or near Farley or Raton, New Mexico. My grandmother lived in Farley during the mid to late 1930's. During that time she had four children died during or shortly after childbirth. One was born around May of 1937 and died at that time, while she lived in Farley. A funeral home in Raton took care of the arraingments (from a bill I have for the services). Anyone who can share time or information regarding the cemeteries in that area, I would really appreciate it.

My grandmother was Eula May (Ula Mae) Fleming, her husband was Martin Luther Gibbs. There children were Cora Lucille, Bessie Marie, Virgie Lee, Marion Rex, Dade Allen, Homer Kent, Dorthee Maxine and Clem Brice, plus the four unnamed children.

J D CASTLEBERRY

allan16270 — 11 Jun 2008 9:45:07 GMT

J D CASTLEBERRY lived in Colfax county around 1915, I believe, and I want to know what anyone might know about this gentleman. Particularly, I would like to know if he might be the same J D CASTLEBERRY who lived in Tom Green County, TX in 1910.

Additionally, I'd like to find out if he had any documented connection with ILA Z FLOYD, also in Tom Green County TX.

Allan

ROBERTS family in Raton, NM

SRanschau — 16 Oct 2002 4:57:01 GMT

Valdez Cemetery

Lisa Valdez — 1 Dec 2003 4:17:52 GMT

I am looking for any information on the Valdez Cemetery in El Rayado, New Mexico. I have ancestors and relatives who are buried there, but can find no information on the Cemetery itself. If anyone has any information, please contact me. Thanks

Marriage

Nancy Robertson — 8 May 2006 12:00:11 GMT

I am sorry, that is 21 Oct 1903, Book 2, page 339.

Salazar Cordova Baca and Pelache

rmamartinez — 7 May 2008 8:58:15 GMT

I am new to genealogy and I love it! When I find a missing piece of the puzzle, I am thrilled! Well, folks, I have not been thrilled in quite some time! Proudly, I can trace my Martinez-Martin-Martin Serrano line back to Jerez de Badajoz, Spain 1464. I was elated to get that far back.

Now I am looking for some other (likely)-founding families of New Mexico by the names of Salazar (and/or de Salazar), Cordova, and Baca (Vaca, perhaps in the Cabeza de Vaca line).

The other surname which may have originated in Montenegro, Czechoslovakia, or the Austrian Empire or some other east European country is: Pelache. It looks like none of those, too.

Now - I have scoured through census records and used several gen sites only to come up with a whole lot of nothing.

Teresa BACA born 1841 married Antonio Jose Martinez, nephew of the famous Padre Martinez. Teresa's mother was Candelaria (no maiden name available) born in NM. Teresa & Antonio's son Malaquias Martinez was my great grandfather. I doubt if Teresa is a C de Vaca but I suppose she could be.

James J SALAZAR (an hispanic with an anglicized name in 19th century New Mexico - WHY??) married Rita CORDOVA. They were the parents of my great grandmother, Matilda Salazar who married Malaquias Martinez.

It appears that Rita Cordova and James Salazar were dead by the time Matilda was 18. In a census record she is listed with her little sister and brother as head of household. Matilda's older sister Josefa married the brother of Malaquias, Carlos. They lived very close by.

Pelache is probably the most difficult. Pete Pelache was born abt 1860, came to USA 1895, married a Mexican born immigrant Amelia (no maiden name, also spelled Emilia) abt 1900. They settled in Cameron County Texas via Pete JR (Pedro, at birth). Oldest son Julio is nowhere to be found. Youngest son Antonio settled in San Jose CA. Finding ancestors for Peter SR is practically impossible. I am very very doubtful that his name is Montenegrin, Serbian, Slavic or Czech. It sounds more Turkish, Italian or even Spanish. It could be spelled phonetically. There was one small family who immigrated to New Mexico from Mexico with the name Pelache. It is spelled like this in the copy of the census record. Lorenzo, Margarita and Mercea PELACHE. I wonder if the Pelaches came to Mexico from Turkey, Italy or Spain via Mexico. There are Pelachi families in Uruguay and Argentina and the surname of Peter and Amelia was spelled Pelachi in the earliest census record.

If anyone could help I would be forever grateful. If anyone needs Martin Serrano info I collect names of siblings in all generations. I have many. Happy ancestor hunting to all.

RMAMARTINEZ@YAHOO.COM

Arellano family in Springer.

lindajspencer_1 — 19 Oct 2007 8:06:55 GMT

I am doing a birth family search and am hoping my father's birth father is from the Springer area. If you know anything about the Arellano's (specifically a man nicknamed Lalo) please contact me at lspencer88@hotmail.com

STURGES, Herny - Newspaper Publisher

wdonath — 3 Apr 2008 12:38:43 GMT

My name is Bill DONATH. I am president of the Logan County Genealogical & Historical Society in Lincoln, Illinois.
I am searching for information on Henry STURGES. Henry was a newspaper publisher in Colfax County during the 1880's and 1890's.
Henry was editor of The Lincoln Herald from 1859-1862. In 1862 he joined the 7th US ILL INF and served throughout the war with promotions to Captain in the 61st US ILL INF and the 2nd US Tenn. INF. He returned to Lincoln after the war and was editor of the Lincoln Statesman. By 1870 Henry was in Springfield, Illinois. In the 1880 Census he was in Las Animas County, Colorado. The 1890 Veteran's Census and the 1900 Census have Henry located across the state line in Colfax County, New Mexico. He died in Polk County, Oregon, 13 Feb 1904.

The reason I am trying to tack Henry is to find out what happened to a collection of papers he wrote about his experiences during the Civil War. I have 32 of his early letters sent to the Lincoln Herald. I would like to track down the remaining letters/articles he may have written. Do your newspaper collections go back as far as that? Are they available on microfilm?

Henry had three children: Walter, Frank, and Lydia. I believe he may have been living with Lydia in Oregon at the time of his death. Is there a marriage record for Lydia STURGES that may lead me to her family in Oregon? Other information about the STURGES family may be helpful in locating descendents.

What is the name of the mine near Springer, NM?

detalbo008 — 18 Mar 2008 3:51:16 GMT

While looking at google aerial maps of Springer, NM I noticed there is a large circular land formation about 30 miles southeast of Springer near Highway 412. About 30 miles further southeast (abotu half way to Taylor Springs) there is a second half-circular land formation. These formations look like they could be old mines but I don't know of any major mines that large so close to Springer. Does anyone have any knowledge about any ore mines between Springer and Taylor Springs? Thank you.

Dawson mine disasters

JM1978 — 16 Aug 2007 12:23:44 GMT

This is more history than genealogy but I believe it to be timely because of the latest mine coal mine disaster in Utah. Two of the worst mine disasters in US history occured in Dawson New Mexico, the first in 1913 with 263 dead and the second in 1923 with 121 dead. Many of the dead remain in the Dawson Cemetery and I think that anyone who travels to the Raton area doing research should visit the cemetery
regardless if your ancestors lived in Dawson or not.

Personally, I continue to research the history of coal mining in the area with special interest in Koehler (once existed 16 miles from Raton) and of Croatians who immigrated there. My correct e-mail is FL4302@aol.com

Fairmont Cemetery, Nauta burial

carlsonjm — 26 Feb 2008 9:37:17 GMT

I am wondering if there is a burial at Fairmont for a Walter Nauta, about 1921. Would it be possible to get a list of all Nautas buried there? Thank you.
Joan

carlsonjm@hotmail.com

Bell of Colfax County, New Mexico

RonWare1 — 20 Jan 2008 1:53:55 GMT

I'm looking for any information about Alonzo Lyden Bell and his family. The Bell's lived on the Johnson Mesa and in Raton from about 1880 to 1920. Also looking for Kellison's and O'Connors who lived in Raton until late 1940's.

Marriage lookup--1870s

PPAngier — 8 Jan 2008 2:23:40 GMT

Can someone please tell me if there are any interies for a Santiago Martinez marrying in the 1870's.

Thanks

Ledoux in Colfax County

frledoux — 2 Jan 2008 2:03:21 GMT

The 1900 census for Colmor, Colfax County, NM shows the following household:
Severino Ledoux, b. Feb. 1873
Luz L., w, b. May 1863, married 1 year, mother of 12, of whom 8 live
Julian, s, b. Jan. 1882
Alejandro, s, b. April 1883
Faubrisio, s, b. June 1884
Federico, s, b. June 1886
Aurora, d, b. Oct. 1890
Adelina, d, b. Mar. 1894
Arturo, s, b. May 1896
Felipe, s, b. Dec. 1899

Severino is much too young to have fathered the oldest of the children. In addition, Luz said to the census taker she had only been married one year to Severino. But the children are all called "Ledoux" - even the oldest - thereby implying that that was their birth name as well. Julian, Faubrisio, Arturo, and Felipe all show up in the World War I Draft Registrations, and they all call themselves "Ledoux" - with or without a capital D.

My theory - without really having proof - is that Luz was the widow of Severino's oldest brother Epifanio, who was known to be active as a rancher in Colfax County in the 1880s. The way to prove it would be to locate the birth/baptismal record of any one of the children, and check for the father's name - or else find the marriage record of Luz and Severino, and see if the priest referred to her as anyone's widow.

The draft registrations specify that Julian was born Jan. 10, 1881; Faubrisio/Fabricio, June 9, 1884; Arturo, May 28, 1896, and Felipe Nerio, Dec. 3,1899. Felipe may in fact have been Severino's first child, seeing that his parents had only been married a year when the 1900 census was taken.

Living as I am in Pennsylvania, my options for visting churches and cemeteries in NM are rather limited!

Thanks!

Al Ledoux

Mary R Vigil? Colfax county

kieshabaggett_1 — 29 Nov 2007 6:22:44 GMT

I am looking for any info on a Mary Ramona Vigil. She was married to Zachary (jack) walker sammon. I need to know where and when she was born, who her parents were and if possible when her and jack were married. Mary is my great grandmother

Account book names, 1878

FamilyMaze — 12 Aug 2007 11:31:19 GMT

Do you recognize any of these names found in an 1878 account book? Thomas Dawson, I. W. Lacy, Peter Burleson, O.K. Chittenden, W. A. Cro(?a)ker, James Coleman, Henry Goodman, Stubblefield, William Goodlet, Chas. Hunt, Theodocio Sanchez, Matt Cosby, Jack Caton, Buck Casey, Bob Regan, William Wrion, Doss, Robt. Cowan, Thos. Henderson, Dr. South, S.M. Keith, James Gregory, Richard Steele, John O'Neal, Judd, Miles Razado, B. D. Barnes, Dr. Lundlan, Frenchy, Mar___Beardsley, Conroy, Hodding, Col. Hunt, Wilcox, A.H. Carez or Cavez, Dodge, Joseph Curtis, Al Tison, Wm. Dee, Sam Newam, M. W. Mills, George Morrison, Robt. Allen, Knapp, Sheldon,Martin Willo_ G(?)ulah?

looking for Stumbo information

ggma1gma4 — 8 Aug 2007 3:38:06 GMT

I am looking for any information on George W Stumbo and David H Stumbo. I believe they came to Colfax County around 1884. They also may have gone to Las Animas County, Colorado. I believe I have found them on the 1900 census with the name misspelled. George W married Mrs Katie Hall in 1901 and had 2 children, one of whom died young. I found George and Katie with Fern on 1910 census in Mesa County, Co. In 1909 I believe George to be in Weston, Co. I do not know if George's 1st wife Hersa went to Colorado with George and David. I believe they came from Nebraska or Kansas to Colorado/New Mexico. Any information would be greatly appreciated on this family.

Obits for Massaroni and Trani

erculje1 — 4 Aug 2007 7:12:13 GMT

I am trying to find an obit for my gr grandfather Luigi (Louis(e)) Massaroni who died in Raton on 14 Oct 1944. I would also like to see if there are any articles regarding the death of Louis or Luigi Trani probably in Dawson or Raton area. He was killed (I think electrocuted) in a work accident on 15 Feb 1945. He would have been in late 20's or early 30's. I believe he was married to my grandmother's sister and they had two children. He wife I believe to be Teresa (Massaroni) Trani and their children are Ralph and I think Lenor. His dad ran the store in Dawson. I would love an obit for him and any articles about the accident. I live in Colorado so not sure how to find these obits. Thanks.

Fairmont Cemetery--Nauta lot?

carlsonjm — 12 Jul 2007 1:55:40 GMT

Is there a way that I can learn the location of my gg-grandparents' graves (Nauta, Bart/1926 and Jessie/1920) in Fairmont Cemetery so that I will be able to find them when we travel to New Mexico next month?
Thank you.
Joan

Marriage license record Colfax County

Mary Katherine DeLong — 10 Jul 2000 12:00:00 GMT

Doris,
SEVERAL years ago I wrote to the County Clerk, Colfax County to ask for the marriage license of my parents Harvey Alvaro DeLong and Katherine Pearl Ruble who had married in Raton in 1907. Their response was quick, the charge nominal, and I received the document.
Mary Katherine DeLong
mkdel@laplaza.org

Mount Veiw Cemetary

DFHCenter — 22 Jul 2007 2:05:03 GMT

Would someone please send me the driving instructionson how to getthere. Marilyn

E-Town Church Records

James Malecki — 28 Nov 2005 4:14:16 GMT

I received a reply from The Archdiocese of Santa Fe re the
Catholic Church history of Elizabethtown, also known as E-Town. Too much information to post here. If anyone is looking for church records feel free to e-mail me and I will tell you what they told me.
Thank you to Ms Mary Ann Sanchez, Archival Asst. of the Archdiocese of Santa Fe for her research and response to my inquiry.

Vermejo Cemetery

ncwickam — 16 Jun 2005 12:53:05 GMT

I am posting this pretty late, but didn't know until a few days ago there was no access to the Vermejo cemetery and it is on private land. Does anyone know who I can contact to see about getting to this cemetery to take some headstone photos of relatives. Namely Nancy Malinda Fly Stubblefield Shoup and one or two others.
I am going to be thru there the 20th. Like I said this is short notice. Thanks for any help anyone can give.
Nancy

Cemertery and Newspaper look ups Please.

angel_x6 — 17 Jun 2007 5:33:08 GMT

I am looking for Mary Ellen Reed Lane died 30 January 1945 Pueblo,CO Buried Cimarron, New Mexico. Brother died same date. Looking for cemetery and perhaps news on how they died. thanks
freda
angel_x6@yahoo.com

Felix and Victoria G. Sandoval

CynthiaCullen13 — 3 Apr 2007 4:48:11 GMT

Looking for any information on my husband Kent's great great grandparents. Victoria was born in Cimarron around 1890.

Richard Bell 1995 obit request

dck516 — 17 Mar 2007 5:26:55 GMT

I am searching for an obituary for Richard O. Bell who died April 25, 1995, Angel Fire, NM.

Thank you,
David

Thomas Henry Brown

sam97470_1 — 7 Mar 2007 5:14:13 GMT

Looking for any information on Thomas H Brown. Lived in Colfax county from about 1900 until death (aft. 1930). Was a coal miner. His wife Elizabeth died in Colfax county on 4 June 1934. His son Alexander Brown died in Roy, NM 1931.
Daughter was Evelyn, married and divorced a Plunkett. Daughter Elizabeth born abt. 1918. Son Raymond Plunket b. 11 Jan 1922 died 16 Feb 1985 buried in Santa Fe National Cemetery.

Uncle Bicente

lindafallon92 — 17 Feb 2007 4:48:19 GMT

I am looking for information on my uncle Bicente, In the cencus his name was spelled wrong they spelled his name Vicente Aragon, he was born in 1898 and lived in Dawson until 1920,if anyone has any information about where he lived and died, I would be happy to hear from you.

Uncle Bicente

lindafallon92 — 17 Feb 2007 4:48:14 GMT

Jose Eusebio Montoya or Montolla

Syl3 — 10 Feb 2007 12:38:36 GMT

Hi,
I am looking for a Death Certificate on Jose Eusebio Montoya/Montolla Approx date of death Nov 1916 in Maxwell, Colfax Co. He was married to Maria Rufina Vaca/Baca in 1877. His Parents were Juan Andres Montoya & Maria De La Luz De La Cruz Mestas.
Also I am looking for Jose Eusebio's siblins...Jose's Father: Juan Andres Montoya was born 1799 and his mother: Maria De La Luz De La Cruz Mestas was born 13 Dec 1819...I would like to know if Jose had any Brothers & Sisters.
Thank you,
Sylvia

grandparents

lindafallon92 — 27 Jan 2007 11:24:19 GMT

I have been looking for information on my grandparents enrique and candelaria aragon. they moved to raton when the mines closed in dawson in 1950, the last address I have is 312 garcia street enrique died in march 7 1954 and my grandmother died in Denver Co in 1960 but was buried in raton. I would like to know if they owned the house at 312 garcia st,they had four children, rachel garcia, rose medina and raymond aragon and amelia cordova any information would be greatly appreciated

HAWK RUFFNER

Lucille Caton — 5 Aug 1998 12:00:00 GMT

Looking for my Uncles family,he was Jo Fuqua Hawk born 20 March 1898, to William Adam Hawk & Anna Lois Ruffner. I don't know if he had any sisters or brothers. According to his SS Card he was born in Raton,NM. He did marry a girl from NYC & had 1 child. Worked for the Brooklyn Navy Yard, died appox 1988. Can anyone help? Thanks.

Trani's of Dawson

J_Greenup — 7 Aug 2006 2:42:14 GMT

I was wondering if anyone has any information about the Trani's in Dawson. My great-grandfather was Ralph Trani and he had a cafe there called Ralph Trani's cafe. Thank you.

Sligh & Stepp Families

Tinda M. Marchant — 3 Dec 1998 12:00:00 GMT

George Alexander SLIGH is said to have been born in Springer,Colfax, NM, 17 Oct, 1886. His future wife Hazel Rashtie STEPP was born 22 Apr 1891 in Springer also. Anyone researching these families please contact me. Thank You,
Warmest Regards, Tinda tinmar@earthlink.net

Sligh. Stepp families

KaRu50 — 16 Dec 2006 5:43:38 GMT

I had made a query a couple days ago about a George Sligh being born in NM to James Ellison and Mary Louise Butler Sligh in 1880's. My date was wrong. He was born in about 1866 in LA. When they moved to NM in the 1880's he would have been in his teens to early 20's. Someone had information about a George Sligh and a Stepp being born in NM in the late 1880's and later in the future they were married. The son of my GGF (James Ellison Sligh) did have a son late 1880's or so and was called George Sligh Jr. and they lived in San Simon Arizona. Perhaps George Jr. is the one who married the Stepp. If anyone has information please let me know. My Great uncle knew of a half brother George who lived in Arizona but never could find him. When my GGF first wife died in White Oaks NM in 1889 he moved to Washington and met my GGM and married her in 1892.
KRS

Valdez - Armenta Cimarron Colfax County NM

yostorm1 — 7 Dec 2006 6:06:31 GMT

Researching my paternal grandmothers family, her name was: Maria Rita VALDEZ Vargas, parents: Jose Manuel VALDEZ and Maria Ramona ARMENTA, siblings (not in birth order) were Ramoncita, Escolastica, Luisa, Manuel, Alberto, Jacobo and Ignacio. 1880 Census shows this family (excluding Rita and Ignacio both being born after this census was taken) living in Cimarron. My grandmother was married to Antonio VARGAS, and her sister Luisa was married to Antonio's brother Francisco VARGAS, these families resided in Arroyo Hondo in the late 1800's to their passings in the late 1950's. I would like to obtain information on my great grandparents parents, also any additional information on the siblings and their extended families. Will also be glad to share information. Thank you.

Margaret Barela Valdez (Obituary Salt Lake Tribune 07 Dec 2006)

yostorm1 — 7 Dec 2006 5:54:36 GMT

Margaret Barela Valdez "Together Again" Margaret Valdez, age 74, passed away December 4, 2006 in West Valley City, Utah. Margaret was born August 26, 1932 in Raton, NM to Henry Barela Sr. and Josephine Bustmante. She graduated from Raton High School. She married Arthur Valdez on September 24, 1950 in Trinidad, Colorado. Margaret loved to work in her beautiful yard. She loved to crochet and loved being with her family, and she enjoyed her church affiliation. She also enjoyed being a member of the Lion's Club where she would spend hours with her friends. Mom met the love of her life Arthur Valdez and married him on September 24, 1950. Together they had five children, Arthur Valdez Jr., Bernard (Becki) Valdez, Lynda (George) Copyak, Brenda Campbell and Donny (Teresa) Valdez. They had 14 grandchildren and 16 great-grandchildren. Margaret was preceded in death by her husband, Arthur Valdez Sr., her spouse of 45 years; her son, Donny, her parents, her brother, Rocky Barela, and her sister, Esther Buzis. Mass of Christian Burial will be held Saturday, December 9, 2006 at 10 a.m. at Saints Peter and Paul Catholic Church, 3580 West 3650 South. The family will receive friends at a visitation Friday evening from 6 until 8 p.m. at Valley View Funeral Home, 4335 West 4100 South, with a Holy Rosary at 7 p.m. Interment: Valley View Memorial Park.
Published in the Salt Lake Tribune on 12/7/2006.

Obit request for William Cleveland Littrell (1926-1999)

AlexanderRoller — 28 Nov 2006 4:51:14 GMT

I am looking for the following obit:

William Cleveland Littrell - died January 30 1999 in Springer (according to SSDI)

Thank you very much!

Alex Roller
aroller@opusnet.com

alfred cordova

godblessit — 8 Oct 2006 10:29:44 GMT

Alfred Cordova passed away augusr 27,2006 at the age of 84. he was married to my mother amelia aragon for 45 years. my dad worked at the coal mines until dawson closed down in 1950, he was a wonderful dad to 9 children.May he rest in peace.

John B. (Jack) Bidwell - mine operator

Barbara_Ferber — 8 Sep 2006 6:07:09 GMT

Looking for death (or any) information on John B. (Jack) Bidwell, born April 1863 in Ohio. I have not found any information to indicate he ever married, but he did have an illegitimate son in 1915 (my daughter’s grandfather) with a married spanish woman who lived in Taos. Sadly, neither the woman’s husband nor Bidwell would have anything to do with raising the child. Bidwell mined for years in Elizabethtown and ran the mine in Twining (killed mine partner Wm Fraser in gun battle in 1914 - cleared as self-defense). Census records show him in Elizabethtown in 1900, Ute Creek in 1910 and Taos in 1920. Cousins of the illegitimate son (deceased) say Bidwell died in Raton. I have not found him listed in the New Mexico Death Index Project (1899-1940).

I have seen a photo of him and the other 2 partners standing in front of the Twining mine that was used in an advertisement to attract investors to the mine. It was part of a historical summary of a recent geological report of the area. The photo was small and of very low resolution, however, and all you could tell was that he was tall with white hair. Would like to find a high resolution scan, an original ad, etc................anything!

Also trying to connect him as John Brough Bidwell, born 14 Apr 1864 in Ohio, son of Leonard Bidwell and Sarah J. Heath. He supposedly just walked away one day when the family was living in Jackson County, Kansas and they never heard from him again.

I’m posting this message on both the Colfax and Taos County boards. Thanks!

first and last chance saloon

shelldeleo — 23 Jun 2006 3:17:26 GMT

hi im looking for any info on the
FIRST AND LAST CHANCE SALOON
any info given would be greatly appreciated thanks Michele
ShellDeLeo@yahoo.com

Maier-Trabert Marriage

Cathy Dennee Johnson — 1 Sep 2006 3:51:58 GMT

Could someone go to the county courthouse and do a lookup for a marriage certificate or license for Alexander Maier and Rozella Grace Trabert? I believe they were married in about 1935 give or take a year or two. They were from Otero County, CO and were married in Raton, NM.

Thank you very much for any help anyone can give me on this.

Hugh & Myrtle Littrell Burial Site

AlexanderRoller — 9 Oct 2006 6:09:00 GMT

I am looking for the burial site for Hugh & Myrtle Littrell (died May 12, 1990 & July 10, 2000, respectively). The info I have states they are buried in a cemetery in Maxwell, but I have been unable to find a reference to such a cemetery.

Thank you very much!

Alex Roller

Mt. Calvary Cemetery, Raton, NM

Mike C — 30 Jul 2006 4:06:38 GMT

Does anyone know whether Mt. Calvary Cemetery in Raton has been transcribed? If so, to whom would I write for a lookup?
Thanks for any replies,
Mike C.
Ypsilanti, MI (A long ways from Colfax Co, NM)
N.B. I'm researching a branch of my Wentworth family surnamed Hubbard. Lamont A. Hubbard, M.D. was the local doctor in Gardiner, Colfax Co, NM for a number of years. I believe at least a couple of his children are buried in Raton.

Nellie W. Wilson Daniels of Cimarron

Jan — 23 Jul 2006 3:24:33 GMT

I'm looking for dates, etc. for my Great-aunt Nellie Wilson Daniels, a resident of Cimarron who died c.1965-1966. Is there a cemetery registry for Cimarron? Or is there anyone who may even remember her?

Looking for info on the Nelson's

charles nelson — 20 Jul 2006 3:17:58 GMT

I am trying to trace back my grandparents, Chas and Suzie Nelson, from Wagon Mound.

Any info would help. He owned the garage in Wagon Mound. My aunt taught at the school.

Also any info on the Brazils from Springer. My grandfarther, Blas, ran the saloon there up to the 70's, the old hotel/ saloon.

Thanks

Surname Benavides

Elaine M Benavidez — 4 Aug 1999 12:00:00 GMT

My name is Elaine Marie Benavidez. I am researching the history of the Surname Benavides. My great-great grandfather was Jose De La Paz Benavides.

There are records of his family and children in the 1880 census of New Mexico. I can not seem to locate records of his birth or death. Paz at some time relocated to Los Animas County in Southern Colorado. I would be very
grateful if you could direct me to where I might be able to obtain birth, death and any other information about Paz. The census records indicate that Paz was residing in Colfax County in 1880. I am hoping that some records still exist about him in Colfax. Any assistance is gratefully appreciated.

Kind Regards,

Elaine M Benavidez

johnson family

michele — 28 Jun 2006 1:08:30 GMT

Samuel Heiman & Family

TaliJiggs — 22 Jun 2006 6:57:52 GMT

Seeking info on Sam Heiman and wife Ethel Edgell Heiman.
Children born about 1916 in New Mexico named David A. and Edith Heiman. Likely were twins.
Ethel seems to have disappeared by 1920. Is there a record of death or otherwise? Same for "twins". Sam is listed as merchant in 1920 census. Who might have some historical background. Thanks in advance

Newman/Kimball/Duran/Valdez

msmelissa123 — 28 Apr 2006 2:28:02 GMT

I am looking for information on Tillie Newman born 1897. She has also been seen on census' by the first name of Kliotilde and Clotilde.

Her parents were Donaciano Newman born about 1870 and Isabel Duran born about 1878.

Tillie has a brother Julian born about 1894.

Isabel Duran also has a second huband, Alberto Valdez, and there are 5 children from this marriage.

Tillie married Albert Kimball.

Any help appreciated.

Thomas P. SHEEHAN Sheriff in Colfax, NM

Doreen — 21 May 2006 7:46:41 GMT

We have a sheriff badge from Colfax, NM that has been handed down thru the Sheehan line that is said to have been for Thomas P. SHEEHAN who lived from about (1854?) 1864-1930. I know he was in Minnesota from at least 1889 until his death, so I think it would have to have been just before that. Does anyone know if there is a list of sheriifs for Colfax for then?

Otero

Nancy Robertson — 13 May 2006 1:14:52 GMT

The 1879 town of Otero was one mile north of the Clifton House. The Santa Fe Railroad moved the town and built their shops and roundhouse in Raton to shorten the distance the engines had to push to get over the Raton Pass. Some cottonwood trees and a few paving stones are all that remains.

Nancy

Town of Otero

SharonCunningham150 — 12 May 2006 8:19:11 GMT

What was the name of the railroad for which Otero was an end of track town in 1879?

Thanks (Hi, Nancy)

sharon cunningham
sharon.cunningham@dixiegunworks.com

Marriage Lookup

Susan Macy — 6 May 2006 3:48:04 GMT

Searching for the marriage of David E Johnson and Maude May Carel. Married on Oct 21, 1903 in Raton, NM. Were marriages recorded that early and if so where do you find them? Any suggestions or help will be greatly appreciated.

Marriage

Nancy Robertson — 7 May 2006 11:58:23 GMT

The marriage of David E. Johnson to Maud Carel on 21 Nov 1903 is recorded in Marriage Book 2, page 339.

2006 Dawson Reunion

markdivecchio — 8 Apr 2006 12:17:09 GMT

Sunday 3 Sep 2006 9 AM to 6 PM

From Toby Smith : "It is held every two years. If you want to find out anything about Dawson, that's a pretty good place to start. The picnic is held on the old townsite here in New Mexico, which is private property and thus normally closed. Perhaps someone at the reunion will have information about your relatives. Generally, about 1,000 people attend, most of them kin of Dawsonites.

A good contact for the Reunion is Jerry Scanlon. You can reach him in Albuquerque at 505-821-4566. He will be able to give you details on the event and perhaps can answer some of your questions.

There will be a Cleanup Day on 1 Sep in Dawson at 8 AM. We will do some cleanup work at the cemetery and at the picnic site.

On Saturday night, 2 Sep, there will be a social at the Elks Lodge in Raton. Doors open at 7 PM.

Donations are accepted at:
Dawson New Mexico Association
6644 Ruby Street NE
Albuquerque, NM 87109

Visit my Dawson web site at:
http://www.silogic.com/genealogy/Dawson,%20NM.html

Burial of Walter Scott Byers

Mary RuthSlone — 22 Mar 2006 8:59:09 GMT

My great grandfather Walter Scott Byers was shot and killed in a saloon in Dawson, NM. Burial arrangements where made by the Knights of Pythias in Dawson with Eringtons Mortuary in Raton, Colfax, NM. It is my understanding that this mortuary is now out of business. Who would I contact to findout where Walter Byers is buried? I haven't found a death certificate, but have two newspaper clipping from two differnt newspapers to verify the shooting.

Lucian N. Fewel/Fewell

Michael Gaines — 20 Mar 2006 1:26:14 GMT

I am trying to find information on this man. I'm not sure when he moved to Colfax County, but the 1900 census lists him living on Fifth Street in the 2nd Ward of Raton. Prior that he was living in Espanola, Rio Arriba, NM. In 1910 his widow is living in San Francisco, so I presume that Lucian, who went by the nicknames Rhoda and Pistol Johnnie, died here sometime between 1900 and 1910. If anyone has any information, I would greatly appreciate it! Thanks so much.

cemetery lookup please ... HONEY

ls8043 — 22 Oct 2003 3:20:21 GMT

raton NM colfax co.
cemetery lookup please...

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Maxwell - Garcia Family - birth certificates

ellen talbo — 18 Mar 2006 10:20:43 GMT

Hello,

My mother was born in 1939 in Maxwell and was never issued a birth certificate when she was born because she was delivered by a midwife at a family member's house. Does anyone know what the common practice was to attain a birth cerftificate for children born outside of a hospital? My mother is from the Garcia Family of Colfax/Union county. Please contact me at detalbo@gmail.com. Thank you.

Ellen T.

Brith certificate

bubala58 — 3 Apr 2006 5:00:32 GMT

I am looking for more information on Hazel Young and Her mother Nora. I found them on the 1910 census in Colfax, NM. It looked like to me Nora was taking care of a Widower and she was a widow herself. Trying to find out who Hazel's dad was. She went by the last name of Young. Nora was from Kansas.
Also can anybody give me more information on Birth certifcates in the state of NM? I understand the law, but can I do it as being the great grandaught and do I look at the county for the birth certificate?

Dawson Death Certificates 1914

minooka123 — 17 Feb 2006 5:21:01 GMT

There are 2 Caldarelli babies buried in the Dawson cemetery. I think these are our uncles and would like to get the death certificates. Would I write to the Colfax County Court House or Raton? Thank you...Carol

OBIT, SMITH, Bridget, 1852-1924, Raton, Colfax Co., NM

John W. Smith — 17 Feb 2006 12:06:39 GMT

Need assistance in obtaining Obit on my G-Grandmother,
Bridget E. Smith, b1852, d. Jan 7, 1924. died in Raton, Colfax Co.. NM. Lived at 941 North Second St. in Raton.
Son Robert E. Smith probably attended. also would appreciate ART on Memorial Service. Thank you, John

OBIT, on SMITH, Martin B, d approximately 19 Apr 1913, in Raton, NM

Smith — 14 Feb 2006 1:38:28 GMT

Need Help in obtaining Obituary on my G-Grandfather, Martin B. Smith d. approx 19 Apr 1913, in Raton, Colfax Co., NM
was residing at 941 North Second St, in Raton. Thank You
John

Ortiz family

tina — 12 Feb 2006 2:26:49 GMT

I am looking for relatives and decendants of Alberto Ortiz, Philomena Martinez Ortiz, Daniel Martinez, and Gregoria Ortiz who lived in Raton between 1910 and 1950.

Postma

Nancy Robertson — 3 Feb 2006 8:55:33 GMT

I have copied the probate for you. Please send me your mailing address by e-mail, and I will send it along with a map.

H.H.Odenburger bought land from Jacob Drought, 28 Jan 1901 and sold it to Wm. Van Bruggen 1 Jun 1903.
E 1/2, SW 1/4, Sec, 38, T27N, R22E. Colfax County Deed Book S:159 and V:197.

I do not see Jan Annes Postma listed in the Maxwell Cemetery, but he may well be buried there.

Postma/Oldenburger

John — 2 Feb 2006 2:33:50 GMT

Apparently there was a Dutch farming community around the Maxwell, NM area around the late 1890's to the early 1900's. I don't think that it lasted long and don't know if there are any Dutch families still living in the Maxwell area.
I have this question regarding one family of Dutch settlers:
Jan Postma, born 13 March 1865 in Surhuizum, Friesland, the Netherlands immigrated to America and eventually found his way to Maxwell, NM. In late March of 1893 he was joined in Maxwell by his sister and brother-in-law, Haije Oldenburger and Reintje Oldenburger-Postma, who arrived in America about two weeks earlier. Haije and Reintje were not even in Maxwell for two weeks when Jan Postma died suddenly on 11 April 1893 of "Mountain Fever" and was buried on 14 April 1893 (per letters by Haije and his wife). Would anyone know what cemetery Jan Postma is buried in and if his grave has a headstone? Would anyone know where the farm was located? Apparently, Haije and Reintje stayed on the farm until they moved to Montana, around 1903. They had three children born in Maxwell before moving to Montana. Any information regarding Jan Postma, the Oldenburgers and their farm location, the grave of Jan, etc. would be very much appreciated.

Bethesda

Nancy Robertson — 3 Feb 2006 4:48:18 GMT

The Church was located at the NE corner of Colfax County C-25 and C-26. The society was south of C-26, between C-25 and C-23.
See: http://maps.google.com/maps?ll=36.916745,-104.420596&spn...

Nancy

NM ALHN Update

Charles Barnum — 28 Jan 2006 5:15:51 GMT

Updates:
http://www.rootsweb.com/~nma/carlscholl.htm
Mr. Scholl has updated his Grant County Death Records adding ten cemeteries plus 10,000 other records. This is a tremendous undertaking.

Lea County has a new resource: Lea County NM ALHN, SleepingAncestors
http://freepages.genealogy.rootsweb.com/~sleepingancestors Erny Long is the Webmaster.

http://www.rootsweb.com/~nma/taosinterment.htm
Louanna Gortarez is working on a database for Taos County: RECORDS OF INTERMENTS; Parish of Our Lady of Guadalupe Taos County, New Mexico; Published with the Approbation of His Eminence Cardinal Gibbons; From
November 20th 1902. This great project will be ongoing.

http://www.rootsweb.com/~nma/tavadito.htm
Jose Romero is working on an excellent three-part project for Taos County, Vadito Cemetery Plot Map; Vadito Cemetery Survey; Vadito Cemetery Photos. This is a long-term project.

David Minton, our Representative for Lea County, has graciously submitted 12 cemetery resources for researchers. Please see:
http://www.rootsweb.com/~nma/leadavidminton.htm These surveys are the most current for this County.

Coming in 2007: Look for cemeteries with linking obituary pages for some counties.

We have expanded our FGS project to include appropriate family photos, cemetery photos and tombstone photos. See:
http://www.rootsweb.com/~nma/fgsgjp.htm for an example.

NM ALHN welcomes independent webmasters to join us as Coordinators or become affiliated. We continue to welcome County Coordinators from other projects, such as AHGP and USGenWeb to join us or have Joint County projects.
Coordinators retain their own copyright. We can also assist interested parties in obtaining web space or NM ALHN can provide pages on our web site. We can handle the technical side allowing volunteers to concentrate on his or her project.

Do you have an idea for online genealogy? We can help you make your idea possible.

NM ALHN

Johnson Family

Medea — 7 Feb 1999 12:00:00 GMT

Looking for information on the family of Rolland Murray "Todd" Johnson, born 7/6/1939 in Raton, NM.
His father was Herman Jackson Johnson, born about 1904.
His mother was Ruby (?) and he had a sister named Wanda.
Thanks!

Massaroni's Dawson, NM

Jennifer Ercul — 24 Nov 2005 5:37:11 GMT

I have been trying to find out more about Luigi (Louie) Massaroni 1873-1944 and wife Emma 1880-1926 my gr grandparents. It is seen that he immigrated in 1902 and Emma 1907 from Pastina or Pastena, Italy. I cannot find them listed as coming through ellis island and they are not listed as citizens. I know they along with a child (Catherine) were buried in Raton. If anyone has any information about them, photos, Emma's maiden name, etc. I would so appreicate it. I know their children's names but I would love to know more. I contacted by mail a couple of living Massaroni's in New Mexico but I guess they did not want to or could not write me back. God Bless.

Taos Mountain DAR Invite

taosnm2u — 3 Sep 2005 10:56:22 GMT

We'd like to invite those may descend from a Revolutionary War patriot to our membership tea on Saturday, September 10th, 2005 in Taos. We are particularly interested in connecting with descendants of New Mexican patriots. Please email me at the above email address if you would like additional information.

looking for infomation on grandmother

godblessit — 21 Jan 2006 11:52:57 GMT

my grandmother candelaria aragon lived in dawson new mexico from 1920 to 1950 when the mines closed. she and her husband enrique aragon then moved to raton, she lived there unil her death in 1961. I would like to know where she lived and if anyone knew her. i would appreciate any help. thanks.

SHOEMAKER

Joe Myers — 19 Jan 2006 1:45:14 GMT

Samuel Monroe Shoemaker, b.1861 IA, married Linnie Bell Gillilan 1900 Cumberland co IL, was in 1910 Blaine co OK. In 1920, his widow Linnie and two sons Frank and Samuel Jr, are in Koehler, Colfax co NM. I did not find him in the 1913 mine disaster list, may have worked for AT&SF. Heard he went to Raton. Any help pinning him down would be much appreciated.

Dawson Mine Disasters

James Malecki — 4 Jan 2006 12:37:50 GMT

In light of the current coal mine disaster in West Virginia, I think that it's relevant to post that two of the worst mine disasters in history occurred in Dawson NM.
The mine explosion in 1913 killed 263 miners and a second in 1923 took 122 lives..
The Dawson Cemetery is very interesting to visit, especially for those interested in genealogy. The cemetery is open to the public, the former town site of Dawson is not.

Eddie Engbrock

jarle1989 — 31 Oct 2006 2:40:53 GMT

I am looking for info on Eddie Engbrock of Raton, NM. He would be approx. 75 yrs. old.

SERAFINA G. MONTOYA 1907-1988 Raton, New Mexico

907016 — 12 Nov 2005 4:30:20 GMT

Serafina G. Montoya was born in 1907 and died in 1988, in
Raton, NM. She was married to Ascenio Montoya who was born about 1905 in San Miguel County, New Mexico.

Serafina and Ascenio Montoya are listed in the 1930 Census of San Miguel County, NM.

I am trying to find out if her husband ASCENIO MONTOYA was the brother of GREGORIO MONTOYA who was born about 1885?

In our family-tree we have brothers, GREGORIO and
ASCENCIO MONTOYA who were the sons of
MARCELINO MONTOYA who was born about 1857 in
New Mexico.

Gregorio and Ascencio Montoya's parents were,
Marcelino Montoya and Emiteria Duran.

Please contact me if you are related to this Montoya family.
Thank you

Croatian Coal Miners

James Malecki — 31 Oct 2005 12:59:22 GMT

My primary area of interest continues to be Croatians who lived and worked in the mining towns that once existed near Raton. I am particularly interested in Koehler NM where my mother was born in 1915.

Any information would be appreciated and I would be more than happy to assist with inquiries as to the above.

Hecks of Cimarron

cheri' reynolds — 28 Oct 2005 7:37:56 GMT

wondering if anyone had any information on the early Hecks that came from Germany and ended up in Cimarron.

Great Grandfather

maggiemae94 — 23 Oct 2005 3:57:47 GMT

I am looking for info on my g.grandfather...he was killed in a coal mine in dawson new mexico about 1913-1916..he was about 23-25 years old and was married to a Lydia( was born in Durango Mexico) Saldivar....they were from Leon gto Mexico. Any info would be greatly appreciated.....cemetary, death certifcate, relatives,etc. Thank you

cullum/cullums

mama_night_owl — 18 Oct 2005 1:33:44 GMT

Looking for info on the Ernest Grove Cullum family. He was a Lt. Col. in the Army, had a ranch outside Cimmaron and raised horses. I've only recently discovered this info. He was born in Ohio, and his father and siblings use the S on the name, Cullums. I only had reference of an E. Grove Cullums. He is a first cousin, 3x removed. My great great grandfather and his father were brothers.

Sandoval siblings

L.Ramirez — 14 Jul 2005 6:14:15 GMT

I am searching for Sandoval siblings from Texas or California

Born 1953 Female
1956 Male
1958 Male
1960 Male
1961 Female (Me)
1962 or 63?
Please help I have been searching for years.

Polifka's

Janice — 24 Sep 2005 7:18:19 GMT

Trying to locate information about Frank Polifka who lived in Raton, New Mexico from 1910 to ?. I am not having any luck trying to find information on this family. His wife's name would have been Anna. I have a alumni list from Watsonville Union High School which lists these sons: Karl(Carl), Frank, Joe, and Leo. Leo passed away on 2-9-23 at about the age of 19.

Janice

Polifka

Janice — 26 Sep 2005 6:44:26 GMT

I need to correct my original message. Watsonville High School is located in Santa Cruz, Calif.

Janice

Doc Hatcher veterinarian from cimarron

cheri reynolds — 15 Sep 2005 1:58:48 GMT

I am looking for any information on "Doc" Hatcher. I do know he was from Cimarron and married Blanche Bull. She being either from Raton or Eagle Nest. I know also they had at least three children one of whom died. The other two are Bill and his sister Helen. Have found information on a John L Hatcher ," Mountain Man ", he lived in around Taos and Cimarron in the 1840's. But that is all I have found on any Hatchers up there. Thanks for the help,
Cheri'

Ortiz family

Tina — 15 Sep 2005 2:28:37 GMT

I am looking for relatives and decendants of Alberto Ortiz, Philomena Martinez Ortiz, David Martinez, and Gregoria Ortiz who lived in Raton between 1910 and 1930.

Peter McNitt died Elizabethtown August 18, 1899

lc61350 — 20 Nov 2006 12:07:35 GMT

Are any death or cemetery records available for this time period and where would I write for them? I know that his widow and son returned to NE, as they are shown on the 1900 census living with her parents.
Was there a newspaper that would have a record of the death?
Thanks.
Louise in IL

E-Town Catholic Church

James Malecki — 5 Sep 2005 12:57:50 GMT

Does anyone know the name of the Catholic Church that once existed in Elizabethtown (E - Town)? Thanks!

Catholic Church Records - Colfax County

James Malecki — 5 Apr 2005 6:03:47 GMT

Anyone who is researching the birth, marriage or death of a
Catholic ancestor from Colfax County in the late 1800s or
early 1900s is fortunate that the churches kept very good records and that they have been microfilmed. To my knowledge the films are available only from the Catholic Archdiocese in Santa Fe and the LDS/FHCs. If you need
further assistance on how to obtain the films feel free to contact me. There may be similar records available for other religions but that I don't know about. My particular area of interest is Croatians who worked in the many coal mining camps that once existed near Raton with a special interest in the early history of Koehler NM.

Baptismal and Marriage lookup

CRTENORIO — 27 Aug 2005 10:02:10 GMT

Can anyone please look up a baptismal and Marriage for me.
Colfax County, Vermijo Park Area.
Elva Santistevan
Born September 28, 1914
Parents are
Juan Francisco Santistevan
Pablita Marquez
Marriage date not known Possibly 1905 in colfax of costilla county.
Juan Francisco Santistevan (Nicanor and Rumalda Santistevan) Married Palita Marquez ( Manuel Marquez and Enselsa?)
Thanks, Cyndi Tenorio

Looking for grandparents

godblessit129 — 12 Aug 2005 12:08:58 GMT

My grandparents moved to Raton NM in 1951 after the da wson mines closed, I'm hoping to find anyone who knew Enrique and Candelaria Aragon they lived at 312 garica st. my grandfather died in Raton on march 7 1954.my grandmother died march14 1960. I would like to know if they owned the house at 312 garcia st.or any other property.I can't seem to find any information.

SHOEMAKER

J Myers — 8 Jul 2005 3:17:31 GMT

Samuel Monroe Shoemaker, b. 1861 IA, m. 1889 in Cumberland, IL to Linnie Gillilan; in Woodward, OK in 1910; later lived in Raton, NM. Linnie widowed in 1930 Agua Fria, NM. Would like to know date and place of Sam's burial.

Marriage License and newspaper clipping

robineverett_1 — 10 Jul 2005 8:23:21 GMT

I am looking for a copy of the marriage license and newspaper account of the marriage between: Ernest Whittaker and Jennie Augusta Chilson. They were married approx Feb. 15, 1892, according to the book Folsom 1888-1892 Then and Now.
Thanks,
Robin Everett

Unkown Sandoval's in Picture

Martha Flores — 21 Jun 2005 6:48:32 GMT

I have an old family picture of Sandoval's. It is a very large family. Neither myself nor my mother know exactly which Sandoval family (our relation) is. Please see attached picture and contact me if you know who the people are in this picture. Thank you. Martha Flores

information on Demchek or Langham

DDemchek — 22 Mar 2005 10:20:51 GMT

I am looking for any information on Demchek or Langham in the New Mexico or Texas area or any where information can be found. I am trying to trace my ancestry for Jack Demchek and Ora Jean (Langham) Demchek.

Jack GOSE Obit request

angelesoakes1 — 11 Jun 2005 3:52:46 GMT

Chester Jack GOSE
b; 21 Feb 1904
died; August 1967 Raton, NM

I live in Washington State/Pierce County and am willing to trade research.

Angeles Oakes

Leonardi/Leonard/Johnson

shelldeleo — 23 Jun 2006 3:17:26 GMT

hi im looking for any info on a louis Leonardi who was married to Mary Johnson
they lived in elizabethtown around the year 1910
any help would be greatly appreciated thanks
my email is
ShellDeLeo@yahoo.com
thanks
Michele