Columbia - Family History & Genealogy Message Board

Jared WINSLOW, Hillsdale Justice of the Peace, born about 1775

MaxWard44 — 18 Jul 2008 4:35:17 GMT

Does anyone know if there is a record of marriages performed by Jared WINSLOW, who was apparently the first blacksmith in Hillsdale and also a Justice of the Peace?

I've just received a Civil War Pension file for Anne Jane CRAWFORD, whose husband Chauncey KELSEY was killed in action. This record notes that in 1865 Jared's daughter Abigail was able to check her deceased father Jared's personal files to find a documented record of a marriage he performed in 1838 for Anne and Chauncey. This record goes on to state that many Massachusetts residents of Alford crossed the border to be married in Hillsdale because there was no delay required by posting banns as there was in Massachusetts.

I am seeking other marriage records for OLDS and KELSEY relatives who lived in Alford who likely got married in the same timeframe and probably sought out Jared. They include Stephen Olds and Louisa Kelsey (married about 1825) and Seth Olds and Catherine Kelsey (married about 1830).

Thanks,
Max Ward

Tax records for 1780 - 1805

MaryDempsey27 — 14 Jul 2008 12:03:59 GMT

Regarding the areas of Chatham and Canaan, are there any tax records available for 1780 thru about 1805. I have the 1801 Chatham road tax list, but is there anything else.

I'm trying to create a time line for my ancestral lines of Hogeboom and Tubbs.

Any help is very greatly appreciated. Thank you.

Kindest Regards,
Mary

St. Thomas Lutheran Church, Churchtown, Columbia, NY

pammy3974 — 26 Dec 2007 4:15:47 GMT

Does anyone have a copy of the records for this church?

John G. Johnson

kmedley37 — 13 Nov 2003 11:53:15 GMT

Looking for any information on John G. Johnson who was born in NY and married Dena (Damie) Vanderpool and moved to Bradford Co. PA. He may also have a brother name Richard Johnson that married Jane Vanderpool. John was born around 1805/6. He had the following children: Duncan, Harriet, George, Eliza, Betsey, Anna, William, Ransom, Emily and Jane. Looking for info on his parents and siblings. My email is chyna_medley@hotmail.com Thank you.

Loxea Bushnell m. David S Ford

mBuffett60 — 9 Jul 2008 5:07:56 GMT

Loxea Bushnell born Jan 5, 1821 Hillsdale, Columbia Co., NY was married in Mellonville to David S. Ford.

They had a daughter Caroline Ford b.1854 who married into my Groff line.

I'm guessing that Loxea was the daughter of John Bushnell (1789) married to Loxea Desire Lay.

However, I can't find anything on David S. Ford. He would've been born about 1823 and died about 1855 in Cranberry Creek, Fulton co., NY.

Any hlep on this family line would be greatly appreciated.

request for info, Mckern, Scoville vital records of hillsdale, egremont and chatham 1850-1870

lmckern1 — 28 Dec 2003 5:45:12 GMT

looking for marriage record (or any records) of james mckern and elizabeth scoville. they lived in hillsdale area and had 4 children, all boys, between 1856 and 1861, william, james jr, charles and emery. i have found the graves in harlemville.if you have any info, i would greatly appricate it, thank you, lisa

Richard Vosburgh m. Catharine Thompkins, son Orin b.1816, NY>IL>WI

MayorJoe — 1 Jul 2008 6:00:00 GMT

From the “History of Columbia County, Wisconsin -1880” there is a biographical sketch under the ‘Town of Columbus’ for, Orin D. Vosburgh, farmer, Sec. 29; P.O. Columbus; was born in the town of Ancram, Columbia Co, NY, in 1816; is the son of Richard A. Vosburgh and Catharine Thompkins, both of whom were natives of Columbia Co, NY, and both died there. Mr Vosburgh was brought up as a farmer’s son, and spent his time at that vocation in that county un 1846. He then emigrated to Lake Co, Ill, where he leased a farm for four years; though soon after he arrived there, he came to Columbus, Columbia Co, Wis, and entered his present farm of 160 acres on Sec. 29; then returned to Illinois, and in 1850, came again to Wisconsin, and located on his farm. He was married, April 8, 1846, to Miss Mary, daughter of Arthur and Sarah (Jennings) Holmes, a native of Greene Co, NY; her parents were natives of Massachusetts; her mother died in Clark Co, Wis; her father now lives in Columbus, Wis. Mr & Mrs Vosburgh have eight children – Henry, born June 7, 1847, enlisted in Co. C, 51st W.V.I., in 1864, under Col. Martin, was with his regiment in all its principal movements and battles till the close of the war, and is now at home; Charles F., born in Lake Co, Ill, Feb 22, 1849, and now at Copake, Columbia Co, NY; William, born March 28, 1851, died Nov 18, 1869; Cornelia, born April 8, 1853, married Daniel Bath, died Aug 23, 1878; James E., born March 10, 1855, now in Dane Co, Wis; Edgar M., Born Jan 21, 1857; Fannie, born Feb 3, 1859; Martin H., born July 10, 1861; Frank, born July 4, 1863; Everett, born Nov 22, 1868, died Dec 23, 1869; George W., born Nov --, 1871.

PICKLE,PICKEL,PECHTEL,PIGTEL

Eric Pickel — 2 May 1998 12:00:00 GMT

Hello, I am looking for any information regarding the surname Pickle in Columbia County, perhaps Claverack. It is known that loyalist Jacob Pickle was born there. He came to Canada in 1777. I'm looking for his Parents & grandparents.
John, Christopher, Elizabeth, Peter - other Pickle's from Claverack circa 1760.

Many thanks, Eric Pickel

Joseph Roberts of Sandisfield, MA

kathrynmorano — 21 Jun 2008 12:54:28 GMT

I believe that my ancestor Joseph Roberts of Sandisfield, MA was convicted of counterfeiting in Hudson, NY in 1801 and sentenced to life in State Prison. Is there any way of finding the prison records? Does anyone know of his family? He was married to Lucy unk., and had children Roswell, Marion, Hiram and Chloe, all born in Sandisfield.

LAMPHERE - Latham, Joshua, Samuel; Columbia Co. 1790-1830

DeborahSweet — 15 Jun 2008 4:12:34 GMT

My Lamphere line begins with ABIGAIL LAMPHERE, b.abt. 1800 in New York State. It is speculated that she was b.in Claverack, Columbia Co.NY, but I have no proof.
She md. George "Jurry" Haner abt. 1833, and they both died in East Worcester (prob.), Otsego Co., NY, he in 1847, she in 1868. George was bapt. 6/30/1770 in Claverack, Columbia Co., NY

Question is, who were Abigail's parents? Could Luther/Latham or Samuel be her father? Which leads to the next question - Who was THEIR father?
On the Columbia Co. NY Censuses, there are:
1790 - Hillsdale Twp.
Joshua LEMPHEAR (said to have d.1798)
Luther LEMPHEAR

1800 - Chatham Twp.
Samuel LAMPHIRE
- Hillsdale Twp.
LATHAM LAMPHIRE (same as Luther in 1790)

1810 - Chatham Twp.
Samuel
- Hillsdale Twp.
Samuel LAMBERT
Latham LAMFIER

1820 - Hillsdale Twp.
Latham LAMFIER

Does anyone have any further info on these men and their children? I have seen some tentative info linking the 1790 Joshua and Luther as sons of Rowean/Rowland Lanphear and Elizabeth Parmetter, BUT the Columbia County men's dates of birth are way too early to be sons of this Rowland. Their date ranges, from the censuses - Samuel (bef. 1765), Latham/Luther (bef. 1755) and Joshua (bef. 1774), would seem to make them contemporaries of Rowland, rather than sons.
Any tidbit to investigate would be immensely helpful!
Thanks
Deborah Sweet

Parents of Patience BEEBE

Barb Naruta — 23 Mar 2000 12:00:00 GMT

I am seeking information about Palmer LOVEJOY (ca.1790-ca.1877) & Patience BEEBE (1791-1894) who both say they were born/from Columbia County, NY. Palmer's parents were Justus & Hannah LOVEJOY and his grandparents were Daniel & Prudence (CADY) LOVEJOY & Ebenezer & Prudence (Palmer) Cady. I have no information about the parents of Patience Beebe.

Palmer LOVEJOY (ca.1790-ca.1877) & Patience BEEBE (1791-1894) - Res. Mundy Twp, Genesee Co., MI. Children: Erastus B., Sally, Adeline, William Pratt, David B., Mathew, James R., Mary H., Walter Henry, Alfred O.

WEDGE family

wandagreathouse — 16 Jun 2008 3:02:17 GMT

Seeking information on the WEDGE families of Canaan, Columbia County, NY

1790 Census page 217 JOSEPH WEDGE
page 218 THOMAS WEDGE

1800 Census THOMAS WEDGE

1810 Census PAGE 634 THOMAS WEDGE

I have a marriage of Thomas WEDGE and Sarah Woodward in 1775 at Amenia, Dutchess County, Ny. Don't know that they are the same Thomas Wedge.

Wanda Wedge Greathouse

Eber Caswell b c 1815 Columbia Co., NY

cmycats — 24 Mar 2008 4:23:14 GMT

Who were his parents and did he have siblings?

Eber Caswell b c 1815 Columbia Co., NY d aft 1880 Canton, Fulton Co, IL

His father was b NH and mother b CT

Eber married
1. Sylvia Ann UNKNOWN b 1810 NY d 2/22/1840 Galway, Saratoga Co., NY buried Bliss Road Cemetery
They had 1 son, Chester B. Caswell b c 1837 Saratoga Co., NY d. TX

2. Ester A. Harrington before 1855. I have found no children with Ester A. She was the daughter of UNK. and Ann Harrington (Harington) of Saratoga Co., NY.

As far as I can tell Eber and Ester had no children.

Eber Caswell was born in Columbia Co, and moved between Saratoga and Schenectady (Rotterdam).

Between 1855 and 1860 they moved to Canton, IL.

Ester is listed as Hester on one census.

Chester B. Caswell moved to Texas after the Civil War. He served with 42nd Regiment, Illinois Infantry.

He married and raised his family in Texas.
Chester named his sons:
Eber - first son, named after his father.
William Elmer - so, don't know if that is a clue. (my line)

There is a Walter Caswell in Columbia Co but so far, I can't find a connection. He was the right age to be the father and had several sons.

Thanks,
Pam Cain

Descendants of Walter Kellenbenz

collegebound67 — 14 Jun 2008 3:40:23 GMT

I am searching for the descendants of Walter Kellenbenz. Walter was born in Philadelphia around 1915 and died in New York in 1968. His parents were John Kellenbenz and Dena Berge. Dena was born in New York and most likely moved back to the area after John died.

I believe Walter's descendants are in Columbia County. Walter's father was one of thirteen children.

Hatch Families of New Lebanon and Stephentown

pathazel — 12 Jan 2008 1:28:54 GMT

Trying to tie together the Hatch Family of New Lebanon and those of Hillsdale. I believe Elisha Hatch and Bogardus "Gardius" Hatch are brothers or at least cousins, because Bogardus was left orpahned at about 4 yrs old.
Bogardus had thirtenn children. some stayed in Columbia and Rensselaer Counties but more than half scattered to the four winds.
Would like to find info on all the descendants in Columbia.

Louisa (Maria) Miller or Muller

grumpyeasterday — 5 Jun 2008 5:55:22 GMT

My name is Brian Easterday and am looking for information on the father of Louisa (Maria) Miller. From an Ancestral file I found, I believe that his name is Johann David Muller. He was born 1700 in Germany. He married Anna Margaretha Wolfe about 1717 in Hillsdale.

STODDARD"S 1800"s & forward

Ashygrams — 4 Jun 2008 7:45:58 GMT

Looking for information about the Stoddard's Sammuel, Charles, or any faamily from Hudson Columbis New York..
Burial places ect
Janet Stoddard Ashygrams@aol.com

Stoddard

Gene Morgan — 22 May 2005 5:22:21 GMT

Looking for any information on Julia Ann Stoddard, born-Columbia County, NY, Feb. 23, 1808. Most interested in her parentage?

rhoda morris or morrison

delieres — 30 May 2008 2:57:19 GMT

rhoda morrison or morris and ezra joyce were married in northeast columbia county,ny by charles patterson, a justice of the peace, in 1841. are there records for jp's for that time period? she was born in mt. washington, berkshire, ma.,in 1826, and ezra was born in 1817 in brooklyn, ny. any help would be appreciated!! both of them died here in ohio.

Jacobi/Schuck/Brimmer families @1734-1750 Livingston area

christinayunck — 7 Nov 2004 4:26:27 GMT

My 4 and 5 great grandparents are the Johan Wilhlem Jacobi b 1741-Anna Brimmer; ch Elizabeth Jacobi 1766-1840
Johan Wilhelm Jacobi m 1734-Eva Shuck- .
Baptism records show the Lutheran Churches of Red Hook/Rhinebeck/Livingston/Linlithgo.German Palatines obviously.
Any Schuck[Shook] or Jacobi or Brimmer descendants out there?

Hackett Mass>Columbia Cty

MKokenburg — 27 May 2008 6:52:46 GMT

I have Nancy Hackett b. 1796 daughter of John Hackett Jr and ? Stevens in MA. She married Cornelius Carr in Nov 1816 in Kinderhook (Kinderhook Dutch Reformed Church records) When did she arrive in Columbia County and were her parents there also? Any info will be appreciated. I will share info and sources. Madge

Amanda Wheeler, Amanda Pease, born 1777, Connecticut, Daniel Wheeler

wheel599 — 14 May 2008 9:15:01 GMT

Amanda Pease is my 4th great grandmother. Amanda was born in 1777 somewhere in Connecticut. She must have removed with her family to the Canaan and New Lebanon, Columbia County, NY area as a child. In 1795 she married Daniel Wheeler, born 1771, Canaan, Columbia County, NY. They were married in Canaan, Columbia County, NY. Daniel Wheeler parent’s were Edward Wheeler and Thankful Crippen of Canaan, Columbia County, NY.

I am trying to locate the parents of Amanda Pease and her birth town. I would appreciate any help or clues that you may have. Best regards, Richard Wheeler

Naturalization Records Access

kncvoigt — 13 May 2008 4:19:57 GMT

Can anyone tell me if Columbia Cty Naturalization records for the 19th century are available in Hudson? I'll have one day there later this week

Columbia Co NY John B Decker 1818 married to Catherine A Stahl

DonnaMorris20 — 10 May 2008 5:14:51 GMT

John B perhaps John Benjamin, married Catherine Amiline Stall in Columbia co NY 1836 moved to wheatfield twp Ingham co MI in 1850 owned much property in the Deli area and was a landlord in a Delhi Hotel.
I'd appreciate any information on this family. died in battle at Shiloh during Civil war.SERViCE.-Battle of Shiloh, Tenn., April 6-7, 1862 15th Regiment MI Infantry entered as Corporal
found in MICHIGAN SOLDIERS AND SAILORS film #545 M roll 11. Daughter Nancy Alberta Decker married Myron J Pollok and Elizabeth married Albert D. Pollok both brothers in MI>

LAND & SCHUT FAMILIES

Cheryl Poetter — 3 Mar 1999 12:00:00 GMT

Am seeking info on Margaretha Land. She married Henrick Acker/Ecker(t) 20 Feb. 1777 in Claverack, Columbia Co.,NY

Am also looking for info on Critje (Margaret?) Schut. She married John Acker/Johannes Ecker(t) 30 Sept 1798 in Claverack, Columbia Co., NY

George Arthur Dutcher 1903

Vickie Ramsey — 19 Jun 2000 12:00:00 GMT

Searching for information on George Arthur Dutcher born 30 Sep 1903 New Lebenon, Columbia County, New York.

George was married to Anna Martha Wahlin on 25 April 1929 in Nirden, New Mexico.

Children were George Arthur Duthcer Jr., Anna Birtha, Elizabeth Edel, and David. They lost one daughter Mary at Birth and one male child was adopted out after George was arrested for having two wives. George was sent to Florence Prison in AZ. and after that they never saw him again.

Would like to find out who his parents and brothers and sisters were. Or if anyone knows what happened to him after he left prison.

Thanks for any help
Vickie in AZ.

Rowe,Finkle,Sheldon, Decker, Saulpaugh, Richmond, Hutchins, Holbrook

NNewman_1 — 8 Dec 2003 2:46:06 GMT

Calvin Pulver from Chatham,NY

RosemaryMonahan — 17 Feb 2008 12:54:20 GMT

I am looking for anything on Calvin Pulver. I'd like to find out his wife,Charlotte's maiden name. Calvin was a son of Michael Pulver and Rebecca Silvernail. Calvin and Charlotte's eight children were Harriet Ann, Oliver P., George C., Alfred Washington, Sarah Jane, William E., Arastus, and Elizabeth. Please if anyone has any information on this family,please contact me.Thanks.

Marriage/Death Lookups Next Three Weeks

LoriMacCormack — 17 Sep 2004 12:33:05 GMT

Hello!
I have borrowed the following books for the next three weeks from my local library: Death Notices, 1859-1918 Dutchess & Columbia County & Marriage Notices, 1859-1918 Dutchess & Columbia County both by Margaret E. Herrick. I am willing to do lookups in both books during this time frame. Please submit a request with no more than two individuals. I will post responses on surname lists. I will not requote the books, just post the relevent information. I will post responses in the order that I receive them as time allows. I will be posting all information for the surnames that interest me: including Van Dyke, Mastin, Wood, Cox, Skinner, Cornwell and Millis. Please respond to this post only, not my email address.

Ann Maria Hansen m. Hudson NY 1829 to Franklin Taylor

Veronica — 16 Aug 2003 2:20:44 GMT

Seeking parents names of Ann Maria Hansen b. May 2, 1805 Albany NY m. Franklin Dakin (aka Benjamin Franklin Dakin) Hudson NY October 4, 1829. d. March 11, 1840 in Hudson NY.

I have a typed transcription (circa 1930) from the Hansen Dutch Bible which was in the possession of the Dakin family. It is unclear to me who Ann Maria Hansen's parents are. The bible entries date from 1665 through 1791 which just falls short of Ann Maria's b. in 1805.

Does anyone have access to Hudson marriage or death records who could do a look up for Ann Maria Hansen Taylor (aka Maria Ann Hansen)?

Johannis Kells Claverack, Columbia, NY 1799

Bev Elmshauser — 28 Oct 2001 1:49:04 GMT

JOB CARLEY

Florence Secor — 16 Oct 1999 12:00:00 GMT

Family History Sheet for Job Carley @ Watertown, NY library, however, no birth, marriage, death information. Presently wife's name unknown. Children: Samuel, George Lewis, Abram, Tabitha, Susan, Polly and Hannah.

1855 NY census indicates George was born in Columbia County per information just received from a friend, therefore, Job must have lived there for a while.

Any information about Job and/or any of his family would be greatly appreciated. Especially, would like to find out who his father and wife were.

Thank you for your assistance and consideration.

LAWRENCE, Judah b 1761, son of Issac & Jemema Scott

debrajohnston57 — 18 Jan 2005 4:04:03 GMT

I have a Judah Lawrence b 1761 married Elizabeth Wetmore, died in Spencertown, Columbia Co., New York. He is the son of Issac Lawrence & Jemema Scott b 1740's. Judah is father of Luman Lawrence b 1790 in Hillsdale, Columbia Co., Ny. The family ended up in the Clark County Wisconsin area.I am looking for this line back. Have been looking for this one for awhile and would really appreciate any help.

Smith, George A. and Susan Oakley Columbia

Warren Beeman — 24 Aug 2000 12:00:00 GMT

I have the List of Children of George A. Smith and Susan Oakley Columbia County N.Y. They include Susan Baldwin married to Charles Baldwin of Philmont Columbia County. Elizabeth Van Dyke married to William of Philmont. One of their brothers is Alanson(Lenny). George's Father was Andreas they lived around Churchtown Colubia County. One of Geroge's Brother was Benjmin. Andreas father was Wilhelm. Also in Churchtown. Wilhelm's Father was Zacharias from Rhinebeck Flatts Dutch County N.Y.
I am looking for the Place that Geroge A. lived and the parents of Susan Oakley.

Claverack Reformed Church, Columbia Co., NY

terrytoomey — 21 Apr 2007 5:57:11 GMT

Does any one have access to the births & marriages for the above church? Please contact me at lucycronin@comcast.net

1888 Columbia Co. Map Transcriptions

CharlesTraver63 — 18 Mar 2008 7:05:25 GMT

Cliff,

If you still need people to transcribe the 1888 Columbia Co. Maps.
I am available.

Chuck Traver

Johannis Milhen / Milham last Will & Testament

roxanne_fritz — 30 Jan 2006 8:17:31 GMT

Claverack Reformed Dutch Church Cemetery / Milham

roxanne fritz — 15 Jan 2005 1:12:20 GMT

on this sight (rootsweb) in the Cemetery Records, someone has listed as buried in the above cemetery in Section WPa - lots 3,4,5,6,8. MILHAM - Mathias, Gertrude, Rachel, Margaret, and Lodisa. note states Lodisa is dau. of Mathias Milham. I have found Extracted birth and death dates for Lodice Milham (female, dates match those of Lodisa) Parents John Milham and Almira Rathbun. my John Milham was born 1805 to a Mathias Milham. Mathias stayed in NY and John took his family to Kalamazoo Co. MI . Johns death record states his parents as Matthew (Mathias) and Marilla b. Dutchess Co. NY. I need to know if someone assumed this child was Mathias's because she is buried there? If this is his grandaughter instead...I would love to know ! Columbia Co. Cemeteries & Book Numbers by Cliff Lamere does not include this child. ? I have been over Milham census (spelled everyway possible) and find only one Mathias, Matthias... in Dutchess or Columbia Co. whos child was Lodisa ? If she was John's, then this is my link to Johns father ! Please help if you can ! I am thinking possibly John < Mathias < Johannes (Red Hook) < Simon Muelheim and Anna Rosina Reisdorff.

Vosburgh(s)

Diane Ollivett Miles — 9 Oct 2000 12:00:00 GMT

I feel that my Great Grand father Peter Vosburgh, born Dec. 13, 1876, who owned the Vosburgh family farm until the
1930's or 40's and whos family had lived in Columbia County for MANY generations must actually have been found in the cabbage patch. I can locate NOTHING about his parents,wives, siblings and off spring (esp. my grand father Harry), or their anticedents. This is a family that was one of the first in New amsterdam and seems to disappear after the 1700 as far as I can tell.

Can anyone help me find out who I am and where I came from. I am dying and have no sense of self and would at least like to have something to pass on to my children and
gandchildren.

Where to go in Columbia Co.?

Joan Carlson — 2 Jul 2004 7:53:19 GMT

We will be traveling through Columbia Co. soon. Can anyone give me advice on historical and scenic points of interest in that county? My Beebe and Buck ancestors lived in the area of Canaan and Canaan Center and died there in 1769 and 1770. Thank you!

Daniel Litts, Letts, Lotts -- Kinderhook 1700's

SGaarde — 15 Jan 2004 2:48:43 GMT

Looking for others interested in the Daniel Litts, also spelled Lotts, Letts, and Litz, who was in 1744 Kinderhook tax list. He married Femmetje Clark or Klerk, and was in Ulster County by 1763. The Litts family then stayed in Ulster for some time. Daniel Litts son was William Litts, who married (1) Deborah Smit, and (2) Eva Wust. This William was a Rev War vet, died in town of Esopus in Ulster County. William had a son named Daniel who fought in Rev. as a teenage boy, and eventually relocated to Schoharie and finally Oneida County, New York. Anyone interested in the Litts family, please post response or e-mail me.

Hawley 1790-1810 Columbia County

bobkatfarm33 — 31 May 2005 4:42:31 GMT

My great great great grandmother Elizabeth Hawley b. Columbia Co, NY in 1788 married Jonathan Mott b. 1781 Albany County. Their first child, Lester was b. Columbia Co. 1807. From 1815 on they resided in Duanesburgh, Schenectady Co. 1855 NYS Census lists county of birth and says they've been in Duanesburg for 41 years, so moved there ca. 1814. Jonathan d. 1869. Elizabeth died in 1885 (almost 97!). Both are buried in Esperance Cemetery. 1880 Census with her daughter Margaret and son-in-law Jarrid (Jared) Tiffany says her father was born Rhode Island and mother b. NY. Anybody have any idea who her parents could be? Presumably the Hawleys were in Columbia County in 1790. Thanks,
Bob

Wilhelm/William ROODE & Maria FELL Claverack,NY??

stonejay — 29 Feb 2008 9:05:11 GMT

I am a decendant of this family and would like to document any family information. Below is the information I understand to be true but have no documentation to support it.
William ROODE (Abt1760-1798)to be the son of Johannes ROODE and Eva. marries Maria FELL (Abt 1761-????).
Children belived to be:
Fredrick abt 1789
John abt 1792
Sara abt 1792
Charity 7Mar1797

Maria FELL (FELL could also be spelled FOEL) is suppose to be the daughter of Friderick FELL (Abt 1735-????) of Germany, married Catherina KILMER (Abt 1738-????) about 1754.

Catherina daugther of Phillip FELL (1718-???) married to Anna Margaretha STUBER (Abt 1718-???)

Phillip son of Johan George (15Jan1670-???)of Altengroneau, Hessen, Germany married Anna Magaretha SCHLEICHER (???-???)

Johan George son of Georg FELL married to Magaretha KULHANN

Phillips Search

hughiegil — 11 Sep 2002 6:44:08 GMT

I am seeking info on a James A. Phillips born Aug. 2, 1809 in Columbia Cty.and his wife Jane Sharp born May 13, 1814 in Columbia Cty. and married their abt.1834 - 1844 in Columbia. I am particulary interested in his parents' names and his siblings. Thank you for any help.

Names & Dates Conundrum

WLMorrison — 27 Feb 2008 2:05:57 GMT

While recently researching some of my ancestry in Columbia County I ran across some rather confusing information.

The tax records of Kings District, Albany County, NY dated 27 DEC 1779 is where I began my findings. Two of my ancestors paid taxes there at that time. The place where I found the transcription stated: "King's District was a part of Albany County, New York in 1779, out of which was formed the present-day towns of Canaan and New Lebanon, Columbia County, New York."

Being a stickler for detail, I then sought more information. Research showed that Columbia County was formed in 1786. So far so good when trying to fit it into the information listed in the paragraph above.

The same research revealed that the Town of Canaan was formed in 1778 from Kings District. Oh, oh - what's up with that? Is this true? Or, does that mean that the Town of Canaan was actually in Albany County first? Are the tax records then mislabeled?

I guess I do not understand everything I should know about this. I need some help - please.

William Morrison

Will of Frederick Hilligas

Ed Hillicoss — 2 Jun 2004 5:22:35 GMT

looking for GGGrandpa

merlefarley — 8 Jul 2005 4:34:25 GMT

Looking for Andrew Hiserote or Andris Hiserote. My husband gggrandpa. saettled in Iowa and then to Nebraska from Columbia Co, New York.
We have very little information from the life span in New York. Do not know what Country they came from but assumes Germany.
Andris J. Hiserote was born 4 Feb 1808 and was married to Elizabeth Bushnell. We believe his son Andrew M. Hiserote was also born in Columbia Co. NY.
Any help would be appreciated.
Liz in South Dakota

Henry Ashley born in Germantown,NY

RosemaryMonahan — 17 Feb 2008 1:02:46 GMT

I am looking for anything on Henry Ashley born about 1773,married to Hannah Smith.I'd like to know who his father is.Henry and Hannah's seven children were Anna, Henry, Christina, Martin, Jane, Jacob and Hanna. Henry was born in Germantown but resided in Chatham. Please if anyone has information on this family,please contact me. Thanks.

George C. Pulver of Chatham,NY

RosemaryMonahan — 17 Feb 2008 12:49:08 GMT

I am looking for anything on George Pulver born 1844,married to Sarah Pulver. George's father was Calvin and his mother was Charlotte (last name unknown).George and Sarah's six children were Elsie, Minnie, George Andrew, Lillie, Harriet Jeanette, Chester Arnold and maybe two others Beula and Roger. Please if anyone has any information on this family please contact me.Thanks.

John Post from Columbia County,NY

RosemaryMonahan — 17 Feb 2008 12:35:46 GMT

I am looking for John Post who married a woman named Elizabeth. Their children were John, Erville(or Orville), George Norton, Sarah Ann, Hannah, Margaret, Mary and Elvira. I believe John died before 1850 since Elizabeth was living with her sons,one at a time.They all are from Columbia County,New York.

Jardine Ellsworth Beekman

prtkettle698 — 12 Feb 2008 8:39:46 GMT

Does anyone have any info on Jardine Ellsworth Beekman? I believe he was born abt 1782 in Claverack, NY. He married Cornelia Miller 27 Jan 1806 in Claverack, maybe at the Ref Church. They had a daughter, Jane Elizabeth Beekman, b. 27 Jan 1807, in Kingston, NY.
You can contact me at prthirkettle@yahoo.com

Gardner Family

Rebecca Hilbert — 17 Feb 2000 12:00:00 GMT

Seeking information about the parents and family of Samuel E. GARDNER/GARDINER, born 21 May 1827 in Columbia County, New York, and Sarah UNDERHILL, his wife, who died 22 April 1872, probably in Columbia County. Any help will be much appreciated.

Taghkanic Basketmakers

Lee Ann O'Connor-Tai — 16 Sep 2002 2:43:38 GMT

I am researching a family branch by the name of "Pound" The men were basketmakers who finally settled in Phelps, NY, Ontario County. Their basket material came from a place called "Bushwacker's Alley" in a hamlet called "Pine Plains" which no longer exists in Ontario County. All the men in the Pound family were basketmakers. We are looking for a connection between the Taghakanic basketmakers and our family.

I have Dutch Reformed Church of Chatham Register. Will look up

lmckern1 — 11 Aug 2007 2:05:03 GMT

I have a copy of The Dutch Reformed Church of Chatham Register that lists members,and most list when they joined, how they joined, if they came from another church or left for another church,some list if they died and when, there is a list of marriages and baptisms also. The first member listed is "Lydia Birge and husband Wm. Slome, joined July 28,'48 (1848) died Aug 19,'13 (1913) Oldest member, was member for 65 years." The last members listed joind April 15, 1945. I am transcribing these lists to get them into a database but its taking some time so in the meantime I will look up any names. The marriages listed cover the years 1902-1933 (1941 for the baptisms)

Decker genealogy

dbldecker — 8 Dec 2001 2:40:59 GMT

I am looking for ancestors and descendants to Jacob DECKER and Asenath BARDEN. JACOB was born 8 Aug 1756/1758 in New York; ASENATH was born 5 June 1764 in Norfolk, Litchfield, Conn; they were married 12 Dec 1780 in Livingston Co; and they had 11 children: JAN forn 4 April 1782; SETH born 30 June 1784 and died 5 Feb 1825; CORNELIUS born 10 Oct 1786; JOHN born 21 July 1788; RUTH born 18 July 1790, died 8 Sept 1790, christened 5 Sept 1790 in Ref. Chruch, W. Copake, Columbia county; JAMES born 5 Oct 1892; WALTER born 26 Aug 1794, christened 25 Jan 1795 in Ref. Church, W. Copake, Columbia county, died 30 Nov 1835 in Columbia county; IRA born 4 Oct 1796; LEONARD born 16 April 1799;MARY born 28 Feb 1802, died 11 June 1880; and URI (or JURY or URIAH) born 25 June 1805 in Columbia county, died 10 Dec 1885 in Adrian, Lenawee, Michigan, married Experience Martin BAKER on 11 Mar 1829.

HUTCHINSON, BREED

Susan K. Spies — 12 Dec 2001 5:30:51 GMT

Seeking information on Anna HUTCHINSON, possibly daughter of Amos and ?. Born about 1760, married in Hillsdale, Columbia County 1786 to Joseph BREED of MA. She died in Lincklaen, Chenango County, 1850. They had 11 children, 3 of whom I believe may have been born in Columbia County: William, b. 1787; Joseph, b.1788; Andrew, b. 1789.

PETTIT - SHERBURNE

backerfla — 9 Jan 2008 1:02:32 GMT

I'M Janis Huddleston, looking for anyone related to James Pettit, William Pettit, and Mary Louisa Sherburne, who died in Ghent 1890. I need documentation like a death certificate for her to connect her to David Sherburne (her father) and his father, Lt. Benjamin Sherburne of the Rhode Island Line, Revolutionary War. Thank you.

Hollenbeck Cemetery

bonnie_biggull — 7 Jan 2008 8:32:25 GMT

Last fall I visited Columbia County and searched for Hollenbeck Cemetery. The location of this cemetery is West of Mt. Morino, or rather Church Hill, south of the old Gillett farm. I was not able to locate this cemetery.
I am looking for the grave marker for Charles McLean and wife Hannah Decker.
Charles is the only one on the list of burials who is not a Hollenbeck and there are no wives listed.

As this cemetery was read in 1930's could Church Hill be where OLANA is?

I intend to return next spring and will be forever grateful for any information on the exact location of Hollenbeck Cemetery.

Bonnie (McLean) Weese bonnie.biggull@sympatico.ca

SHAW, SAMUEL

DennisShaw97 — 29 Jan 2005 1:55:57 GMT

looking for ancesters of Samuel Shaw from Spencertown area. My ggggrandfather was Samuel Shaw jr. who moved to Sherburne NY sometime around 1800. I know my gggrandfather William Stewart Shaw was born in Sherburne in 1811. He later moves to Elgin Illinois. I believe Samuel Sr was married to Elizabeth, and may have had a sister Lovisa. Samuel Jr married Theodotia, I believe her last name was Lobdell. Their children were Mervin H, Edmund P, William S, Hiram K, George W, Daniel L, Harriet, and Elizabeth E.

Taylors of Kinderhook - 1770's

psnam — 14 Dec 2007 4:22:48 GMT

John Taylor was a loyalist living on a farm with his mother in Kinderhook NY when the Revolutionary War began. He was 14 when the war broke out and was taken from his home by a press gang to serve with Bourgoyne's army. Both of his brothers - Daniel and Neil Taylor - were executed as spies. He served for seven years in numerous engagements and was wounded three times at least - one a sabre wound and a ball wound in the arm. He left for Canada after he was discharged and was one of the original settlers in the town of Belleview Ontario. After he settled in Canada he returned to Kinderhook to retrieve his mother when she was ninety years old. She did not live long in Canada. Does anyone know anything of this family? What was the population of Kinderhook at the time of the war. Is there Census data available at that time in this area? Are land records available? Does the Columbia Historical Society have a website?
Thank you for any information or assistance.

Orlando Allen & Mary Smith

geodiagravlee — 14 Dec 2007 3:15:42 GMT

Looking for info on Orlando Allen (born circa 1785) and Mary/Polly Smith (died 1813 in Columbia County); they married 20 Dec 1805 in Chatham, NY. Had 3 children: James, Charles R. & Lucy Virginia (born 16 April 1810, married Rev. Daniel Lindley). Orlando B. & Tryphena Allen are not this couple, but may be related. Mary/Polly Smith may be daughter of Sanford Smith, a physician in Columbia Co. Any help appreciated. Diane

Henry Mayers b.1803 or Henrich Mayer b. 1803

bteam711 — 12 Dec 2007 10:57:03 GMT

I have found two individuals who could be my relative. I have only the following information:

Henry Mayers b. 23 Oct 1803, baptised 20 Nov 1803 Reformed Church, Claverack. Parents: Barent Mayers & Catherine Enerson

Henrich Mayer b.21 Sep 1803 Saint Johns Lutheran, Manorton. Parents: Samuel Mayer & Maria.

I have been unable to locate any additional information. I would appreciate information on any of these individuals as it might help me break through my brick wall. The spelling of the surnames may also be Myers.

Thanks for any and all help!
Barb Miers

William Houghtalin(g)

renoqueen — 12 Dec 2007 1:45:17 GMT

I am seeking early information on my ancestor who was in Ontario after 1840. At that time his daughter Margaret was marrying James Sweet Graham at Ameliasburg, Ontario.
William also had a son James who married Harriet Owens at Ameliasburg. Margaret was born about 1825 and James was born about 1812.
William was married to Mary Davy*Davey of the Kingston area. I believe she was his second wife and was not the mother of these two children.
Looking for first wife and any other children or siblings related to William.

Cramer/Kenyon/Moore/Deane in Columbia Cty, NY -- 18-1900's

Alice Eriksen — 8 Jan 2002 10:07:42 GMT

Looking for all helpful information: G-mother was Anna Mae Cramer born in Ghent, NY 1892, daughter of John Cramer and Mercy Anna Kenyon Cramer. Her grandparents were Johnathan Cramer and Catherine Whiteman (sp's?).Somewhere in the family were Damm's or Dahm's. Also, a Marjorie Moore - her maiden name was Marjorie Almira Deane, daughter of William Deane and Mary Minckler.

Margaret O'Donnell

Julia Sue — 28 Nov 2007 4:14:13 GMT

Am researching Margaret O'Donnell who married Jesse Stuart 27 Jan 1784 in Kinderhook, at the Reformed Dutch Church. Please contact me if you know anything about Margaret or Jesse.

John A. LOCKWOOD, Land Deeds, Columbia County, NY

KBarnes1958 — 11 Nov 2007 10:52:16 GMT

Columbia County Index to Deeds shows in 1842 Book FF, pg 250 John O. and Hulda and John and Polly (KNAPP) sold land to Harry Gale, and Book FF, pg 414 they sold land to William Ray. The land described on page 414 was in New Lebanon, known as the Lockwood Farm next to land sold by John O. Lockwood to Henry Gale. The land was first purchased before Columbia County was organized.

Would there be someone in Columbia County, who would go to the court house, or where ever these documents are held, and obtain copies for me? I'd gladly pay reasonable search fees and copy fees. Contact me at: digginroots@yahoo.com if you are someone who is willing to help me out in this.

John & Polly's daughter married Robert THOMPSON and at east 3 or their 6 children were said to have been born in Columbia Co. How far back might birth records go? It might be easier to find the marriage of Robert and (her name is listed different ways), Surissa LOCKWOOD. Their first child was born 1828 or so. If none of the suggested records are available, maybe there's a land record?

Helen Schoefelt 1762-1825 m: Daniel Paddock

Pat_Talsma — 3 Jul 2001 3:10:57 GMT

Looking for Parents and siblings of:

3. Helen Schoefelt / Helen Shufelt b: 1762 in of Kinderhook,Columbia Co,NY died AFT 1802. or died 1825 in NY. She was of Kinderhook, NY. MARRIAGE: Daniel Paddock 5 Nov 1782, Kinderhook, New York,. Aka Eleanor SHUFELDT /Zulfelt .
Hoping someone from the Schoefelt line can help out.

Children of Helen Schoefelt and Daniel Paddock are:

i. John Paddock was born 2 JUL 1784 in Kinderhook, Columbia Co., NY, and died 28 DEC 1866 in Westernville, Oneida Co., NY. He married Polly Christian 1807

ii. Catherine Paddock was born 4 MAY 1786 in Kinderhook, Columbia Co., NY, Baptism; 28 DEC 1786; Kinderhook, Columbia Co., NY and died 22 MAR 1869. She married Asa Kenyon BEF 1816.

iii. Daniel Paddock was born ABT 1788 in Kinderhook, Columbia Co., NY. Christening: 24 Aug 1788 Reformed Dutch Church, Kinderhook, Columbia, New York son of Daniel PADDOCK and Helena SHOEFELT Batch number: C511011 He died young

iv. Peter Paddock was born 1790 in Kinderhook, Columbia Co., NY. He married Polly BEF 1817. She was born 4 MAR 1795, and died 6 DEC 1832. 1820 census shows 4 sons, 3 daus

v. Daniel Paddock was born 1 MAR 1794 in Kinderhook, Columbia Co., NY, and died 1 JUN 1831 in Westernville, Oneida Co., NY. He married Diadem Seldon BEF 1815, daughter of Thomas Seldon. She was born 5 FEB 1794, and died 3 APR 1851

vi. Ruth Paddock was born ABT 1796. died on 30 SEP 1856 in IL. She married Obadiah Bates. Ruth married Obadiah BATES before 1822 in N

vii. George Paddock was born ABT 1798. He married Betsey.

viii. Betsey Paddock was born ABT 1802. and died BEF 1876 in Lee,,NY. She married Ebenezer Robbins. He died BEF MAR 1877.

Brant, John Andrew (1823-1884), relation to Chief Joseph Brant?

bpmyers_1 — 2 Nov 2007 7:25:24 GMT

Family lore has an ancestor related to Chief Joseph Brant. I have not been able to find any information so I was hoping someone might be able to help me. Here is what I have:
John Andrew Brant (legal name Andrew John Brant), b: 28-Jun-1823, Dunhep, Columbia County, NY; d: 2-Jun-1884, Manorton, Columbia County, NY, at age 61y 11m 3d; buried in Forest Hill Cemetery, Dunmore, Lackawanna Co., PA.

Claire McKarns did extensive research on this family, and here is a comment she posted in her LDS file:
"Oral history from Blanche Fairfield Fuhrmann: said he was a full blooded Indian, died before she was born (1902). Her cousin and brother told her the Brant family was related to Joseph Brant, Mohawk Indian Chief. He lived from 1743 to 1807 near Niagara, NY"

John Andrew Brant is the son of Christian Brant and Elizabeth Kuhn. Christian was born 11-Sep-1790 in NY and died in 1857.

Christian is the son of Johan Christian A Brant (parents unknown), born 1751 in Prussia, Germany. He died in 1831 in New Lebanon, Columbia Co., NY. He was a Hessian soldier. Came to America after 1775 to fight for the British. In 1777 he deserted. in 1778 he joined the American troops. About 1787, he married Margerit/Margaretha/Margaret Braun/Brown (b: about 1750, Ancram, Columbia, NY). I don't have any information on her family.

Elizabeth Kuhn, born about 17-May-1802, NY, died 12-Aug-1877, Scranton, Luzerne, PA, buried in Forest Hill Cemetery, Dunmore, Lackawanna, PA. She was married to Christian in 1822. Elizabeth was the daughter of Marcus Kuhn (b:19-Jun-1775, d:1818) and HeLena "Lena" Williams (b. 1763, d:1817). Marcus and HeLena were married 14-Jun-1801.

My problem is that I can't see a connection between someone born in Germany and an American Indian. I'm wondering if the relationship is not in the "Brant" male line, but maybe on of the wives' lines. I have also found records where the name is spelled "Brandt".

Sorry if this is longwinded. I would really appreciate any help you can give me. Thanks! Barb

Baptismal look-up request

shindei2 — 30 Oct 2007 2:10:50 GMT

(I realize that I'm submitting this to the Columbia County list for a Dutchess County query. I thought that this would be appropriate since there's so much crossover between the two counties when it comes to birth and baptismal locations.)

I'm looking for someone willing to look up a "possible" baptism in the St Paul's Lutheran Church, Redhook, NY records.

I'm looking for Andrew Simmons born in 1806 or 1807, son of Conrad Simmons/Simon and __________.

I recently received Andrew's death record and it shows that he was born in Redbrook, NY. There are no such towns in NY by that name. Redbrook . . . Redhook . . . close enough. The 1855 Delaware Co. NY census shows that he was born in Columbia Co. No baptismal records have been found for him there, so I thought, just maybe, he was baptized in Redhook???

In 1768, Conrad Simon was baptized at St. Paul's. I think he's Andrew's father.

Thank you in advance
Cindy

Hudson Female Academy

rnwilson — 9 Aug 2003 7:39:06 GMT

Are there any records for this school in existence? Where are they? Who has access to them?

Againk, your help is valued.

Rufus S. Wilson at runape@aol.com

Coventry

xawsted — 30 Dec 2003 10:06:43 GMT

Looking for any links to Coventry's in or about West Copake, Columbia County. The line appears to be Emma Coventry b.1860, Calvin Coventry b. 1826, Robert Coventry b. 1793, James Coventry. Looking for any help; this is a new line I am researching.

Coventry's Sullivan County NY and Columbia. Iowa, Philadelphia

robinmaycoventry — 6 Oct 2007 9:36:19 GMT

I am a Coventry and I live in Delaware. My relatives come from areas mentioned above. I am interested in sharing my upto date tree and information with others. Am trying to grow the family tree in a backwards direction.
My email address is Coventrybird@verizon.net.

Hagadorn/Hagadone Families

DonnaSmith308 — 27 Dec 2005 3:51:55 GMT

I am looking for info on the off springs. any info will be useful

John Shoemaker / Schoonmaker

AStalioraitis — 4 Oct 2007 5:28:00 GMT

I am looking for the Schoonmaker/Shoemaker family that lived in Kinderhook, Columbia County, NY in the 1830's.
John Shoemaker (also Schoonmaker) married Jane Cole (also Cool) on 2 Dec 1821 at the Dutch Reformed Church in Kinderhook. They are both later found with their children in the 1850 and 1860 censuses of Potter, Yates, NY. I can trace John Shoemaker no farther back than the 1850 census of Potter, Yates, NY, and his marriage to Jane in Kinderhook, Columbia, NY. Where was he born? Who were his parents? Who were his siblings? There is an eight year hole between John and Jane's first child Nelly born in 1822 in Kinderhook, and their second known child Elizabeth ''Betsey'' listed in the 1850 census of POtter. There must have beeen other children born in those eight years, but who left home before 1850. What are their names and where were they born? Thanks for your help! Bert

M/M John C. & Anna HOGEBOOM

DOWHOGEBOOM — 25 Jun 2002 3:03:20 GMT

I am looking for information on a Titanic survivor; 1st class passenger Mrs. (Anna) John C. HOGEBOOM who was on board with her sister Mrs. Andrews.

Eli Reynolds

seneca7 — 19 Sep 2007 5:00:43 GMT

I am seeking information about Eli Reynolds (1733-1817) He was the father of Eli, Jr. and my great great great grandfather Nathan Reynolds.

I know that Nathan was born in Horse Neck (which is probably in Greenwich CT or Rye NY) in 1777 and moved with his parents to Delaware County NY (1780-83) Nathan and his wife Margaret Jaquish moved to Burdett, NY about 1835 with several of their twelve children including their youngest, Hiram Reynolds(1825-1910), my great great grandfather.

Eli and his wife are buried in Bloomville, NY Town of Kortright Delaware County NY. I have found Eli and Eli Jr. on a list of privates in the Chatham regiment, Capt. John Spencer's Company, 1776. I want to know the father of Eli.

Any help will be greatly appreciated.

Louise A. Kanaley

Mason Family of North Greenbush New York / N.Y.

16 Sep 2007 5:03:45 GMT

I will be visiting Rensselaer County September 20 - 25 Th looking for information on the Mason family.
My grandfather George B. Mason born March 18, 1871 had married someone in New York before he moved to Florida. The last track I have of him in N.Y. is the 1880 with his Family in North Greenbush. The track picks back up in Florida in 1910. The family seems to go way back in the Greenbush area. If anyone has any information on this MASON family please let me know.
Family Members I will be looking for in N.Y. on my visit:
John H. Mason born 1835 est No clue the death date
Emma Lansing Mason 1841est No clue of death
Willard W. Mason b1862 est moved to Florida with son John W
Frank D. Mason b. 1869 est no clue on death
George B. Mason b. 3/18/1871 was in FLA census 1910
Emma Gertrude Mason b. 1875 est no clue on death

I know that Willard W. Mason moved to Florida with his son and the other seem to have stayed in North Greenbush area.

If you know of some good resources I should be sure to utilize while I am in Albany and that area PLEASE let me know. I am NEW to this and need all the help I can get. I am doing this research for my 83 year old father who lights up every time I find something new! I think I am getting hooking during the process as well.

Please if you know any past information or the families now in the area please have them contact me xmeout2day@yahoo.com

Sincerely,
Terri Mason Overton

Again: Thank you ! :o)

1779 Kings District, NY, and 1790 Canaan, NY

WED927 — 9 Aug 2006 3:12:46 GMT

NORTH family

Mabry Benson — 3 Dec 1998 12:00:00 GMT

Looking for others interested in the NORTH family of Columbia Co.
I am particularly interested in Benjamin NORTH & Catherine BUIS. They had sons John bpt 1771 & Robert. John & perhaps Robert moved to Otsego Co ca 1805.

Brusie

DorothyPaxton60 — 1 Sep 2007 6:02:37 GMT

From the Hillsdale Harbinger

Sept 7 1882
Wesley Trafford and Parker Brusie to open hotel at 20 Dey St NYC (Columbia Chop House)

Aug 9 1883
Wesley Trafford sold hotel on Dey St in NYC

Frank Forshew Photographs

higgeroo — 1 Sep 2007 12:16:43 GMT

Hi, everybody. I am looking for anyone who collects photographs by Frank Forshew. Frank Forshew was the most famous and important photographer in Hudson in the 19th century. He started in 1850. He took many photos of Hudson's architecture, and his photos are used in Hudson history books. He also took pictures of Hudson residents. All my great-great-grandparents, Morris and Kathryn Higgins, and Thomas and Catherine Keyes, lived in Hudson during Forshew's time and I believe he took pictures of the families. I have discovered at least one photo, of Morris and Kathryn's daughter Kate Higgins, and I'd love to see if there are any more out there. Please email me at clarehhiggins@yahoo.com if you have any old photos of anyone named Higgins, Keyes, Braser or Decker. Thanks! -- Clare Higgins

Charles H. Smith Son of Milo Smith

ulualoha — 6 Aug 2007 11:09:16 GMT

Hi,

Looking for information on Charles H. Smith son of Milo Smith. Both lived their whole life in Lebanon (West Lebanon/New Lebanon), NY. Milo's first wife was Charlotte followed by Angeline. Charles married Frances/Francis R. Vincent followed by Helen Williams Smith. Any info is greatly appreciated. I do know Charles, Frances and Helen are all buried in Cemetery of the Evergreens.

Thanks in advance,
Terri

William Henry Mink

Jean Gonya — 15 Apr 2005 12:57:37 GMT

I am looking for a "lost" ancestor, William Henry MINK.
He was born June 3, 1870 in Blue Stores, Livingston, Columbia County, New York and he died 1945 in Rensselaer, N. Y. He married Harriet Hotaling (Houghtaling?) about 1897. I believe his mother's maiden name was Sherman.
Any information you may have about this family would be most appreciated. Thank you!
Jean

HENRY ROSSMAN SILVERNAIL

Dorristx — 30 Aug 2007 11:17:28 GMT

Henry Rossman Silvernail , son of Henry B & Catherine (Rossman) Silvernail, born in Columbia Co. N.Y.m died 2-2- 1903, Tularosa, N. M,seeking burial place in Columbia County

Boston Corner Cemetery

mariner021 — 11 Aug 2007 4:17:33 GMT

Does anyone know where or what condition the Boston Corner Cemetery is in? An incomplete transcription of the cemetery was conducted in 1935- but little else is known. Some local help is greatly needed!

BOOM/BURGER

Bruce Ackerman — 22 Aug 2003 2:35:58 GMT

Looking for any information on Johannes Boom and Anna Burger. They had children Catrina, Mathys, Samuel, Maria, Johannes, & Abraham - all but Abraham bp. Kinderhook Ref. Ch. 1722 - 1735; Abraham bp. Albany DRC 1742.

Columbia County birth/baptism 1810

edie_polhamus — 14 Aug 2007 9:12:29 GMT

Looking for any information on Orrin Filkins, born (according to the 1865 NY census) in Columbia County about 1810.

By 1834, he was living in the city of Albany, working as a carriage maker/smith. Married Julia Jones prior to 1834. Julia died in April of 1834, leaving an infant daughter, (also named Julia) born that year. Orrin remarried by 1842 (Amelia Price, born in England about 1820, came to US in 1827 with parents Daniel & Amelia Price).

Lived in Albany until about 1856, then removed to Saratoga County (Halfmoon, Clifton Park).
Seems to have gone to NYC area about 1870, & is buried in Bay Cemetery in Jersey City, NJ.

Children:
Sarah (born Dec. 1842 in Albany, married James T. McDowell in Manhattan in 1864, died 1918)
John (born about 1843 in Albany, served in Army during Civil War, married Louise Wolf (or Wilkinson/Wilkerson...depending on source),
Elizabeth (born about 1846 in Albany, married Benajmin Evans Morrison in Manahattan
Orrin Jr. born 1850 in Albany, last record found is voter registration in Manhattan in 1880.
Caroline (Carrie) born 1853 in Albany, married John Brandt

Dellia (Delahay/Delila?) born Saratoga County about 1855 married George Manahan 1876 in Manahattan

Another researcher has suggested that Orrin was the son of Peter Filkins. Would like to confirm parentage & date and place of birth. We also wonder if any other Filkins went to Saratoga County from Columbia County.

Thank you for any assistance!

Edie Polhamus

Marriages in New Lebanon, NY

ulualoha — 2 Aug 2007 10:21:23 GMT

Hi Everyone,

Does anyone know if it was more easy to get married in New Lebanon, NY in the late 1800's/early 1900's? A lot of my family from MA ventured down there to get hitched rather than just get married where they lived. One such couple had a baby on the way (she was 6 months pregnant) when they got married by the JOP. So I am trying to gain some insight into their choices. I appreciate anyone's historical knowledge on this area of Columbia Cty.

Thanks,
Terri

William Leonard Coons

Sandy — 3 Aug 2005 7:04:33 GMT

My gtgt grandfathers name was William Coons from up state NY. Married a Marcia Grant. They had a son William Leonard Coons who married Susan Bailey. They had a daughter Alta Leonard Coons. I know nothing about William Coons, and would like to know if anyone has any info about the Coons family from up state NY. also the name Coons and where it comes from. any information is appreciated. thank you

Conklin family

unknown1si50e37v7ngat9ucrqm45uj12r9j — 31 Jul 2007 2:57:32 GMT

Looking for information on Conklin family living in Craryville in the 1800's. Father Wesley, mother Sarah, children Alta M and Charles E.

William and Harriet Terry & Anna Barnard, Hudson, NY

higgeroo — 30 Jul 2007 10:18:55 GMT

Hi. Anyone related to William H. Terry or his wife Harriet E. Terry, who were living in Hudson, NY in 1880? He was a dealer in dry goods. They were both born in New York. In 1880 he was 57 and she was 53. My great-grandmother, Anna Keyes, was their servant. She was 21 and I believe she had to go and work for them because her father disappeared. She got married in 1885 to my GGF Michael Higgins, so she probably worked for them for four years.

My GGM's sister Kate also worked as a servant for Anna B. Barnard, in the same town and the same time period. Anna Barnard was born in New York and had two sons, Wendell and Charles, and two daughters, Lucinda and Susan, and a sister, Elizabeth M. Van Renesslaer (or Reneselaw; it's hard to read). Anna was 45 years old in 1880.

I would love to find a picture of either of these families, because my GGM or her sister might be in the picture. Any descendants out there? Please contact me at clarehiggins@comcast.net. Thanks!

Best,

Clare Higgins

Darius Finch

WFinch2000 — 12 Oct 2001 12:11:50 GMT

From the information I have my third great grandfather Darius Finch was born Aug. 31, 1792, Kinderhook, Columbia Co., NY. I would like to find evidence of this and find out who his parents were and any siblings he may have had.

Nehemiah Reynolds Family

barbara_moshier — 23 Jun 2001 9:39:29 GMT

I would like to corespond with any decendants of the Nehemiah Reynolds Family. Nehemiah was born between 1732 - 40. He married Mary Armstrong in Dutchess County NY and I believe had the following children: Nehemiah, Benjamin, Rosanna,and Jacob. He married a second time Austus Southworth on May 24, 1787 and had the following children: William, Abraham, David, Rachel, Ruamia?, Salomia, and Jenne. Nehemiah registered his will at Hudson on 3 March 1790. I am trying to find out information on his daughter Rosanna Reyonds who married Joseph Mosher at the Bangal Baptist Church in Dutchess County New York on July 17, 1788 and who there children were.

Howard

camp61 — 8 Jan 2003 11:16:33 GMT

I am looking for information about a Rachel Howard who married Sherman Hunt. They had 14 children, one being: Walter Hunt. I am looking for Almira Hunt, another child.

Columbia Cty Historical Society?

ulualoha — 1 Jul 2007 7:19:07 GMT

Hi All,

I was wondering if a historical society exists for Columbia County? The specific area I am interested in New Lebanon, NY. I contacted the local library and was told they do not have enough people to help with genelogical requests. When I asked her about any historical societies, she said they were too busy too. I find that so hard to believe at the Stephentown Historical Society was so helpful to me when I dropped by. Does anyone have any suggestions? I am trying to learn more about the lifestyle of my family. I visited MA/NY/NH/VT in May and had many huge breaks and now I want to learn more about how my family was as people. Any ideas/suggestions/help is greatly appreciated! The time period of interest is the 1800's.

Thanks in advance,
Terri

Hollenbeck/Maxfield/VanDusen

Kate Maxfield Cox — 4 Feb 2005 1:11:06 GMT

Looking for information on the Abrahm Hollenbeck family. Daughters Christina and Lucretia married Chauncey Maxfield and all were from Columbia County New York. Chauncey's mother was Lena Van Dusen. Anyone having information please contact me. Many, many thanks.

Ida (Longley) Tripp, Spencertown Cemetery

fandral05 — 21 Apr 2007 2:43:17 GMT

I have, I think, finally tracked down this long "lost" relative. Is there some kind soul who can and will do a cemetery look up?

She is Ida Tripp, buried in Spencertown Cemetery.

I live in Middle Tennessee, and will be glad to return the favor!

Thanks,
Greg Keeling

Researcher

LTHOMPSON0595 — 19 Jul 2007 6:57:07 GMT

Looking for a researcher that can go to Surrogate's Court. Please reply to lauriethompson4@aol.com if you are interested or know someone else who might be.

Hilletje Scherp / Kinderhook / 1700s

DBurton119 — 4 Sep 2005 10:55:06 GMT

Hi,
I have been researching Hilletje Scherp because she and
Casper Hallenbeck were the parents of my ancestor,
Alida Scherp.
There is no record of the parents' marriage. Most references
to Hilletje record her marriage to Bartholomew Van
Valkenburg and about 5 children are ascribed to this marriage
by baptismal records.
There is some confusion because the birth years of children
from the two marriages overlap -- that is, children born
to BVV and HS were born after children born to CH and
HS.
I wrote to the Columbia County Museum requesting research
and got, among much other helpful data, the following
record:

10 / 4 / 1772
Salomon Scherp and Rachel Halenbeeck [bap] Hendrikje
Sponsors Johannes Scherp and Hilletje Scherp, widow of
B. V. Van Valkenburgh

This indicates that Bartholomew was dead by April 1772
yet these children were baptized as offspring of BVV and
HS:

Abraham VV 30 October 1774 at Kinderhook
Elizabeteh VV 14 Sep 1777 Coxsackie
Margarieta VV Jan 27 1782

It is possible that these children were born before their father died and baptized some years after his death but that would
be rather unusual.

Anyhow, I invite the thoughts of anyone interested in the subject.

Thaddeus Gilbert-Spencertown 1830

brackettwilliam — 29 Jun 2007 2:21:38 GMT

Thaddeus and Martha Gilbert are buried in the St. Peter's Presbyterian Chuch Cemetery in Spencertown, Columbia County, NY. He was one of three Thaddeus Gilberts who served in the Revolutionary War. He had no pension file although. His date of death was 12 Apr 1830. Martha died in 1821. I am looking for a list of their children or for somone working on this line. I believe he is the Thaddeus Gilbert who lived in Amenia, Dutchess County 1790-1810.