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Anyone need anything from the Harrisburg, PA area?

jessicasuzannemills — 14 Feb 2008 11:59:56 GMT

I live in the Harrisburg area so if anyone needs anything from this area let me know. =D

Newspaper of Middletown, Dauphin County

jaheller — 21 Jul 2008 11:46:25 GMT

Wondering what the local newspaper is for Middletown, Dauphin County, to check for obituary lookups of 1976 and 1969? Any help would be appreciated.

Interested in 4 obituaries from Middletown, Dauphin County

jaheller — 21 Jul 2008 5:47:18 GMT

Joseph Gardner, died 30 March 1976
Catherine Rowe Gardner, died 1 February 1973
George E. Rowe, died April 1976
Edith Rowe, died 5 August 1969

Any help would be appreciated.

Interested in 4 obituaries from Middletown, Dauphin County

jaheller — 21 Jul 2008 5:46:26 GMT

Joseph Gardner, died 30 March 1976
Catherine Rowe Gardner, died 1 February 1973

1905 marriage records

Kathy Vacek — 1 Apr 2003 3:22:16 GMT

Hi,
I am looking for a marriage record from 1905 for Amelia Jecminek and Ivan Supancic. The marriage took place at the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary Church in Steelton, PA.. Is that church still there, and if so, does anyone have an address for it??
I also tried the vital records site for PA, but it just says that marriage records must be ordered from the county courthouse. I can not find a form on line to fill out for that or a list of prices (just ones for birth and death records). Can anyone help point me in the right direction for that?
Thanks for your help. Kathy

Simeon cemetery

tiloki1 — 8 Aug 2005 3:59:17 GMT

I was wonfdering if anyone knows where Simeon Cemetery is located.

ZEIGLER

pharborgirl1 — 15 Jun 2008 2:24:34 GMT

I am interested in finding any wills birth deaths anything that is oertaining to the Zeiglers Zieglers Ziglers. Any help would be appreciated.

Thank you

Josephine

Jonas Baker Dauphin Co., PA early 1800's

BonnieMoore63 — 5 Dec 2002 7:41:58 GMT

I am seeking any information on the family of Jonas Baker. His wife was Rebecca Lingle. To my knowledge there were three children born to this couple. They were Malinda, Priscilla and Aaron. I believe Jonas died young, as Rebecca married a Samuel Kramer and Malinda and Aaron were still living at home. They are found living together in the 1860 PA census. Any information on ANY of these people would be greatly appreciated.
Thank you,
Bonnie Moore

Sarah Fox Moyer 1809-1896

cathibeth — 10 Apr 2008 11:26:31 GMT

Sarah Fox Moyer, born 09 Aug 1809, died 26 Oct 1896 (however her will states 1897 and tombstone states 1896. I am inclined to believe that she passed in 1896 as I doubt that the family would have erected the tombstone a year before she died). She married Michael Moyer in 1830 in Hummelstown.

Her parents are currently unknown. I have a strong feeling that her parents were John Fox and Sarah Shonberger who are buried in the old cemetery in Hummelstown. The reason for this is the time frame of children born in relation to the marriage date. John and Sarah were married November 29, 1804 in Derry Pennsylvania#.

In The History of Dauphin County it lists three children of John and Sarah: John, Liberty and Margaret. There is one known omission, and that is Horace who was born January 13, 1807 and died May 25, 1807. So the History of Dauphin County is not completely accurate, though a great resource to guide. According to the baptismal records for Zion Lutheran Church in Hummelstown Sarah is a Polly here. So Sarah may have also been a Polly, or this Horace not part of the John Fox and Sarah Shonberger family.

I would very much like to place my Sarah in this family or find who her parents were.

Seeking Harrisburg historic events timeline

grizziesgirl — 21 Jun 2008 2:03:06 GMT

My ggg grandfather, William Davison MARTIN, was a tailor who lived and maintained a tailor shop at 414/16 North Third Street near the capitol from the early 1840s until the turn of the century. He surely saw President Lincoln's funeral train but what else did he and his family witness? I have not been successful in locating a Harrisburg timeline (preferably online) - would you have one to share? I am also searching for photos. I'd be very glad for help.

Lykens Standard

casonsteby — 18 Jun 2008 6:08:17 GMT

Can someone tell me how I go about finding archives of the "Lykens Standard" newspaper? I've tried the Lykens library - no luck there.
I'm trying to find a few obituaries from the Wiconisco/Lykens area.

My Dauphin Co. Database

rrcramer — 18 Jul 2001 5:16:21 GMT

I have built a large Dauphin Co. database and am willing to help with your queries. I have most of the family lines from Dauphin Co. included.

Cemetery Lookup - James H. TROUT

chtrout — 7 Jun 2008 7:45:30 GMT

Could some kind soul with access to cemetery books for Dauphin County, PA look to see if you find a listing for James H. TROUT, born Jun 1861 and probably died between 1910 and 1920 in the Harrisburg area. His wife, Annie C. unknown, also born in 1861, may be buried at his side.

Once I know his death date, I hope to locate an obituary and/or death certificate, with the ultimate goal of determining his parents.

Thank you in advance for your kindness!

Craig H. Trout
Loudoun County, VA

Jacob KIMES, b. 17 Mar 1814

cindykimes — 27 May 2006 11:57:12 GMT

Jacob Kimes, was born in Dauphin County, Pennsylvania, March 17, 1814, a son of Peter and Nancy (Leggett) Kimes. Jacob Kimes grew to manhood in his native state, where he and Elizabeth Gensinger were married in 1833. They spent their first three years of married life in Ohio, then settled on a farm in Section 31 of Plain Township, Kosciusko Co, IN where they lived until death.
Jacob and Elizabeth were parents of eleven children. Those to reach mature years were George, Jacob, Daniel, Susan, John, and Catherine.

LLEWELLYN, HOFFMAN, WILLIAMS, GRIFFITH, FRY, THOMAS

Jim Turner — 1 Sep 1998 12:00:00 GMT

I'm seeking information on all of the family names listed above. They are the ancestral lines of Alexander Wallace Hoffman (my grandfather) and Jennie (nmn) Llewellyn (my grandmother (maternal)). I have documented that the family lived in the Lykens Valley (Williamstown) of upper Dauphin County for many years, and I am attempting to establish a direct link between Alexander's father, Daniel, and the Hoffman pedigree described in the Biographical Encyclopedia of Dauphin County (1896).

I would greatly appreciate any assistance.

Harrisburg obit look-up--William Detweiler, October 1890

vmountjoy — 30 May 2008 7:44:12 GMT

Hello all,

Can anyone do an obituary look-up for me in Harrisburg papers? I am searching for the obituary of William C. Detweiler, who died October 24, 1890.

Thanks,

Val

Chronicals of Middletown

CSellers3047 — 20 Oct 2003 9:07:48 GMT

Bethel Sunday School commenced in 1832 in the old Ebeneezer Methodist Church. There is a list of 70 scholars and their sponsering parent, plus names of 10 teachers and 12 superintendents. Some of the names are: Brestle, Crawford, Cameron, Etter, Heppich, Kendig, Russel, Ross, Snyder, Sellers, Smith, Woodruff, and Williams. If anyone is interested, I can forward the entire list--no cost.

Abram H. Fleming married to Florence V. Brown

CHARLESFLEMING81 — 28 May 2008 12:10:05 GMT

The 1900 Census records that they were married 7/12 months
and are living in Harrisburg. He was working in Harrisburg at that time according to his bio in the History of York Co., Pa. I would like to confirm this marriage. He married my grandmother in Mar 1909 and said it was his first marriage in the 1910 Census in Chester, Pa.
Thank you.

Stentz and Stence Graves in southern Dauphin County

sherlockholmes1985 — 21 May 2008 6:10:30 GMT

Does anyone have any info on Stentz or Stence graves anywhere in the southern half of Dauphin County?

I am unable to get down to Harrisburg and the surburbs around it to look for these graves because I can't drive.

A number of my Stence ancestors appear to have come from Middle Paxton Township. I'm sure that there are a number of them buried there and the townships surrounding it.

I'd be grateful for any help.

BRAUGHT/BRAUCHT/PRACHT/BRACHT

loranbraught — 5 Jul 2001 12:47:08 GMT

SEARCHING INFORMATION ON DAUPHIN COUNTY, PA FAMILIES BY NAME OF BRAUGHT OR SIMILAR SOUNDEX. THEY WERE LAST KNOWN IN HALIFAX TWSP. AROUND 1810. MARRIAGE AT TULPEHOKEN OF ADAM BRAUGHT AND REBECCA IMBODEN WITNESSED BY DANIEL BRAUGHT AND ALEX MC ALLISTER. FRIENDS IN TAYLOR, MARK/S, BAUMAN, REDDIN, OREN, AND HIME FAMILIES. I HAVE SEVERAL THOUSAND DESCENDANTS'DATA TO SHARE.

Philip de Aristide

jkie1961 — 9 May 2008 10:24:48 GMT

My brick wall is Philip Aristide, M.D. who married Catherine MECK in southeastern PA and had daughters, Caroline (b. 1808, Dauphin Co.) and Elisabeth (b. 1811, Dauphin Co.). Daughter Caroline married historian I.D. Rupp in 1827. Her birth record lists her parents as Philip and Catherine ARESTED. I.D. Rupp says Philip De ARISTIDE was a native of France and son of Rev. Wilhelm De Aristide of Crefeld, Rhineland, Germany. I'm not so sure; the surname Aristide is not common in French at the time and I've yet to find it in Germany. I'm wondering if Philip's surname was actually a Spanish (via Cuba) Aresteguieta or Arestegui from Cuba shortened to Aresteg then Arested in Philadelphia before heading to Dauphin County. Family lore suggests some Spanish or Portuguese link.

As there are no boards for surnames Aristide, any leads or suggestions where to search for records would be appreciated.

Searching for someone willing to do look-ups in Halifax/Harrisburg

vmountjoy — 16 Apr 2008 1:17:05 GMT

Hello all,

I am searching for anyone willing to do look-ups of basically any type of record in Halifax or Harrisburg, as I am looking for quite a few. I cannot travel to Dauphin County at the moment and my research list is through the ceiling and has been for months, so completing but one of the tasks would be considerable progress.

First of all, I am searching for a William C. Detweiler, of Harrisburg, born 1857 and died between about 1887 and 1897--my best guess would be the early 1890's. His parents were John S. Detweiler, who died August 16, 1878, and Eunice (Parke) Detweiler. Both father and son were lawyers, and about 1886 William C. Detweiler married a Sarah W. McConnell, born in Halifax in 1862, who later remarried in Northumberland County after William's death. I am hoping someone could check cemetery records or something of the kind; unfortunately I do not know where he was buried, or his religious affiliation, although I suspect his wife may have been Episcopalian.

In Halifax, I am looking for any records on George W. McConnell, born about 1828, and his wife Sarah Marsh, born about 1839. They were the parents of Sarah W. McConnell mentioned above. Sarah Marsh McConnell died between 1862 and 1870, and I believe George W. died about 1863/1864. He may have died in the Civil War, although I have researched this online and can't seem to find any definite record of military service. George W. McConnell was a dealer in wholesale liquor, and livestock. I am also looking for information on John and Elizabeth Marsh, parents of Sarah Marsh, both born about 1813. Elizabeth died after 1880, but most likely before 1890. Sarah W. McConnell also had a brother, William C., born in 1860, who moved to Northumberland County in the 1880's. Also, they had an aunt, Kate Robins, of Northumberland County as well, although I am not certain which side of the family she was related to.

I would very much appreciate any assistance on this!

Thanks,

Val

Looking for cemetery with the following: Ewing, Myers, Campbell, Gibbons - Dauphin County

1NikkiPerry — 6 Feb 2007 3:22:57 GMT

Any help appreciated!! Entire families missing and I don't know where else to look-
Nikki

East Harrisburg Cemetery?

ltguidetti — 4 Mar 2008 5:24:38 GMT

Does anyone have access to the list of graves there? If so, if you could please tell me either where I can find it online? Findagrave does not have the people I'm looking for, yet I have death records on them from the Dauphin County Historical Society that says they are buried there.

Looking for all Haines and Albright (not the two Albrights that are on Findagrave, however). There are several of each that are supposedly there.

I called the cemetery, they want $25.00 PER NAME (not per hour!) to look up. That is ridiculous. It would cost me less in gas money to drive the two hours and back, and stay a week, for all the people I'm looking for!

Schreiber, Schriver, or Shriver Burials in Harrisburg or southern Dauphin County

sherlockholmes1985 — 16 Apr 2008 2:15:08 GMT

Is there anyone here who knows of any burials of Shrivers, Schrivers, or Schreibers in the Harrisburg area or anywhere else in southern Dauphin County?

I am trying to trace several people in my family tree. One possibly being who I think was my great great great grandfather. I thought he was buried in the Halifax area, but a researcher looked through various records for cemeteries and could not one single Schriver, Shriver, or Schreiber.

So I am now guessing that the people I am looking for are buried somewhere in southern Dauphin County.

I believe my great great great grandfather's name might have been George Shriver and his wife might have been a Mary.

My uncle Charles Schreiber is also buried somewhere in Harrisburg and I am clueless as to where. He was born about 1922 and died in the late 60s or early 70s.

Any Schriver, or Shriver, or Schreiber info anyone can supply would be greatly appreciated. I live in Millersburg, Dauphin County, PA and am unable to drive, so I cannot get to Harrisburg to search. I would otherwise constantly be there all the time. :)

1912 eccentric millionaire died

grizziesgirl — 22 Apr 2008 5:51:55 GMT

6 Oct 1912, Jacob K. ZIMMERMAN died at The Elms Hotel in Excelsior Springs, Mo., age about 70. He died leaving neither widow nor will but an estate worth more than a million dollars. It read like a serial in the Kansas City Star as people sent their family trees in hopes of proving they were a legitimate heir to the eccentric cattleman. In all, there were twenty-seven heirs, one of whom was my gg grandfather, John Hancock MARTIN (b. 1850 Harrisburg d. 1921 KC), a tailor in Kansas City and "nephew of the half-blood" to Mr. ZIMMERMAN.

One newspaper article (KC Star) said his funeral was to be held in Harrisburg and another (in the Philadelphia Enquirer) said he "was buried at his old home, Hanover, Pa.". I have found no evidence allowing me to document either event. I have twenty newspaper articles but, aside from the one mentioned from Philadelphia, nothing from Pennsylvania. I have sent queries to both Mo. and Pa. departments of vital records but am turning to this board for advice and assistance.

Jacob K. ZIMMERMAN was the son of Hannah (CLARK) MARTIN ZIMMERMAN (1798-1875) who was widowed in 1823 (Thomas D. MARTIN) and remarried to John ZIMMERMAN. Jacob had a half-brother, William Davison MARTIN (1820-1896), and three full-blood sisters; I do have a list of the heirs and hope to sort out the sisters' names. The families seem to have lived for generations in Dauphin and Lebanon Counties.

I would be pleased to have help with this research and thank you for reading about my family history challenge.

Ohrendorf Wanted

JoeNihen — 22 Apr 2008 10:33:07 GMT

I'm seeking anyone who might be researching any Ohrendorf family found in and around Gratz or Lykens, PA. Any information would be greatly appreciated.

Thanks,

Joe Nihen
morse73@ptd.net

need look up for Abraham Beyer/Boyer

bonniec22 — 21 Apr 2008 7:42:21 GMT

Trying to find any info on an Abraham Boyer from around 1810-1845.One of his sons George Boyer was born there in Hanover Twp. in 1818.Abraham married to a Hannah.He possibly died there around 1845.
George married a Sarah Moore abt. 1832 possibly in Dauphin co..Any info would be appriciated.Still working on my Boyer line.

Need lookup for John Shrenk marriage Record Dauphin Co., PA 1830-35

hslawblm — 27 Mar 2008 4:05:49 GMT

I need a lookup for a marriage record for John Shrenk/Schrenk in Harrisburg, Dauphin co., PA.

Also need a birth/baptism record for Catharine W. SHRENK who was born about 1835 probably in Dauphin County, Ohio.

Were there any death records in Harrisburg for the Shrenk family about early 1830s?

thanks, bonnie

Stence or Stentz burials in southern Dauphin County

sherlockholmes1985 — 19 Apr 2008 2:23:59 GMT

Does anyone know of any Stence or Stentz burials located in Harrisburg or any of the surrounding towns and cities?

My Stence roots seem to have come north from the Harrisburg area and I am unable to get down there and the suburbs to look through the cemeteries.

Any help would be greatly appreciated.

Sarah Fox Moyer 1809-1896, will, South Hanover, Dauphin County, Pennsylvania

cathibeth — 13 Apr 2008 12:18:23 GMT

Please note that her tombstone was erected in 1896 and that her date of death was in 1896, recorded in 1897.

April 13, 1897

Sarah Moyer, deceased
Sale awarded

The petition of A. L. Landis administrator of Sarah Moyer, late of South Hanover Township, Dauphin County, Pennsa. Deceased. Respectfully represents: That the said Sarah Moyer, died on the twenty-sixth day of Oct. A. D. 1897 intestate, leaving to survive her the following children viz: Michael Moyer, Elizabeth Moyer, Solomon Moyer, Henry Moyer, George Moyer, Sallie Kauffman & John F. Moyer, & two grandchildren Sallie L. Moyer & Joseph Moyer, children of Adam Moyer dec’d.

The petitioner further represents, that the said Sarah Moyer died seized in her demesne as of fee, of and in certain real estate situate in said county, a description of which is here to annexed. That the personal estate of the decedent is in sufficient for the payment of her debts, as appears, by an inventory and appraisement of all the personal estate of the decedent, and a just and true account of all her debts, which have come to the knowledge of the Administrator, herewith exhibited.

The petitioner, therefore, prays the court to order the sale of said real estate for the payment of the debts of the said decedent.

Statement of all the real estate of the Said Sarah Moyer, deceased A certain lot of ground, situate in Union Deposit, South Hanover Township, Dauphin County, Penna, fronting fifty feet over on Front Street and extending in depth one hundred and sixty-five feet to an alley, same width throughout as in front, bounded on the west by an alley and on the east by lot No.27. There on erected a two story frame dwelling house & out buildings.

And now, to wit. As an Orphans court in and for the County of Dauphin, held as Harrisburg on the Thirteenth day of April, A.D. 1897 after due consideration of the within petition it is ordered that A. L. Landis, administrator of Sarah Moyer, deceased do expose to sale on the premises the house and lot or piece of ground in the within petition described on Thursday, the sixth day of May, A.D. 1897, as on o’clock in the afternoon with power of adjournment from time to time, upon the following terms and conditions, viz: ten percent of the purchase money on the day of sale, fifteen percent, thereof the confirmation of the sale by the court and the balance of the purchase money on the first day of July A.D. 1897 notice of the time and place of sale to be given in accordance with the provisions of the 54 section of the Act of Assembly, relating to Orphans Court, approved March 29, A.D. 1832.

By the Court,

Edward Z. Gross

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Sarah Moyer, deceased
Sale confirmed

June 22, 1897

The petition of A. L. Landis, administrator of the estate of said Sarah Moyer, deceased represents. That in compliance with the subjoined order of sale, he did at the time and place in said order mentioned, expose the premises in said order described to public sale, and sold the same to Mary J. Moyer for the sum of five hundred dollars, she being the highest and best bidder and that the highest and best price bidden for the same. He therefore prays that the sale as aforesaid made, be by your Honorable Court confirmed, and that the same be ordered to be and remain firm and stable forever unto the said purchaser. And her will & c.

And now, June 22, 1897. The within sale is confirmed & it is ordered that the administrator within mentioned execute & deliver to the purchaser within named, upon her compliance with the terms & conditions of sale a deed, & that the premises within mentioned remain firm & stable forever to the purchaser, her heirs & assigns.

By the Courrt

Edward Z. Gross. Clk. O.C.

Henry W. Newman

tedd81stpa — 7 Apr 2008 7:07:58 GMT

Looking for the burial location for Henry W. Newman. He was born about 1847 in Pa. Living in Harrisburg. Died in Harrisburg February 17, 1893. Served in Co. A, 81st Pa. during the Civil War. He is also listed as Henry W. Neirman. Researching the men of the 81st Pa., and compiling their burial locations. Any help would be most appreciated.
Ted
Co. K, 81st PVI

POWELL

Joan Gabrie — 2 Jul 1998 12:00:00 GMT

Samuel Evan POWELL and his wife Catherine REES POWELL moved their family from Carbon Co, Pa to Dauphin Co btw 1865-1887.
Their children are James, David, Jane, Ida, Sarah, Samuel, Elizabeth and Verlie. I'm looking for any missing cousins. Some related descendant names are SHIRER, FEEHRER, ULRICH and BOND.

Land Sale 1796 Snider to Legsby

bluecat48 — 27 Mar 2008 4:03:24 GMT

I am doing genealogy research on my ancestor Peter Snider. In a book Washington County Tennessee Deeds 1775-1800 there is a section "Land Sales Proven in Court". In the May 1796 term of court, the following entry is recorded:

Peter Snider and his wife, Elizabeth, to John Legsby, 11th part of 206 A. in Dauphin Co., Pennsylvania; Elizabeth was examined separately.

This sounds as if it could be a sell of property inherited or jointly owned by 11 people. I would like to get a copy of this record and any other documents associated with it, especially if it involved settlement of an estate.

Does anyone have information on this transaction or the Snider family?

Bechtold families Derry, Dauphin, Pennsylvania, 1770-1900

ElizabethHanson46 — 26 Feb 2008 2:17:37 GMT

Researching Bechtold families of Derry, Dauphin, Pennsylvania; Lebanon County, Pennsylvania; and Philadelphia County, Pennsylvania, beginning about 1770. All spellings of "Bechtold" accepted.

The naming pattern includes Solomon, Samuel, Henry, John, and William.

Smith William V

Janet L. Baughman — 18 Oct 2003 12:32:26 GMT

I am looking for the family of William V. Smith. I understand that the V Stands for Vandyke. William was born December 24, 1834 and I was told that he was born in Harrisburg, Dauphin County, PA. His borthers & sisters are: David, John Jacob, Melinda & Elizabeth. William moved to Michigan where he married Sarah Perkins in 1857. I was told that his parents were Fredrick & Christana Smith. I found in a book that his parents were Christian Smith & Rebecca Rhodes. I would appreciate any help anyone can give me.

Episcopal Church in Harrisburg and Halifax

vmountjoy — 23 Mar 2008 3:24:50 GMT

Can anyone tell me the name of the Episcopal church in Harrisburg in the 1880's, early 1890's, and of the church of that denomination in Halifax, about 1860-1880, if there was one? How can I contact them, if they are still in existence? I am researching the McConnell family of Halifax, primarily Sarah W. McConnell, who married William C. Detweiler of Harrisburg in 1886.

Thanks,

Val

List of surnames of my ancesors in Dauphin Co

infoproser1 — 28 Nov 2006 4:43:45 GMT

Hello,

I would like to share/exchange information with anyone who has ancestors in Dauphin Co with any of these surnames:

ZEIGLER / ZIEGLER / ZIGLER
[migrated from York Co.> Adams Co > Cumberland Co > Perry Co > Dauphin Co.]

ERNEST/EARNEST/ERNST/EARNST
[migrated from Juniata Co/Perry Co > Dauphin Co]

PROCASCO
[migrated from MD > Williamstown area > Dauphin Co]

HECKERT / HECKART / HECKERD / HECKARD
[not sure where they were from before Dauphin Co, possibly Berks Co or Cumberland Co]

ESLINGER / ESSLINGER
[not sure where they were from before Dauphin Co, possibly York Co or Cumberland Co]

CRIMMEL / KRIMMEL
[migrated from Juniata Co/Perry Co > Dauphin Co. Wife of one early ancestor was from NJ so may have migrated from that direction]

They all would have gone to the Harrisburg area after 1860, although the HECKERTs may have been there earlier.

Any help is appreciated!

JOHN REIGLE OF HALIFAX TWP

Susan Baker Payne — 3 Sep 1999 12:00:00 GMT

My John Reigle (tombstone and descendant spelling) b. 8/22/1822 d. 9/17/1887, m. Rebecca Hand (not certain of last name) b. 2/3/1826 d. 1/31/1907. Both are buried at Bowerman (St. Paul) church in Enterline, Dauphin Cty., PA. John was a farmer and lived in Halifax Twp of Dauphin Cty. In the 1850 Census he was in Halifax Twp, wife "Margaret" and daughter Elizabeth. In 1860 Census his name was spelled Riegel, wife Rebecca, Elizabeth b. 1850, Nathan 1852, Aaron 1853, and Mary J. 1859.

My line is through Aaron, who moved to Campbelltown and then to Royalton(Middletown) area. I have most of his family up to the present. Someone informed me of a Gertrude Reigle that they thought was a daughter, but I haven't verified this info.

I went to the courthouse yesterday and found a copy of John's farm being sold by his sons Nathan and Aaron after his death to pay his debts. The farm was bought by the highest bidder, Jeremiah Reigle. I don't know how he fits in yet.

I have searched most of the church records for surrounding counties for John's baptism or birth. Nothing has shown up yet. Nor any marriage records. Anything sound familiar? Contact me here or siouxmama@aol.com Thanks!

Haines, Hance

FPilson1295 — 3 Sep 2007 3:28:50 GMT

Looking for any inforamtion for Frederick A [F.A.] & Mary A Hanies........living in Berryysburg--- post office of Mifflin Township Dauphin Co. Pa
F. A Haines was a Carriage Manuf. per 1860 census 1862 map of Berrysburg Pa.
Some of their kids was born in Hickory Cnorner pop 386 per family records.
Two of kids move to West Phila by 1880 census. Fred Jr. 1862 was baker by trade. He worked at Mayer Bakery in West Phila. He died in 1902 and is buried with his mother Mary A Haines In Fernwood Cemetery, Upper Darby,Pa
Will share my limted data on Haines Family
Thanks
Frank Pilson

needing help from someone "local" on Harrisburg Research of late 1700's - early 1800's

SEVENZNUFF — 14 Aug 2007 10:49:37 GMT

Hello...
Not a lot of money to pay, but one dear old lady who is now approaching 100, and still interested in her ancestry. The one gift no one can take away at the nursing home.

We have a folk tale to track down if at all possible.

Hoping to establish maiden name of wife and marriage if possible.

Have one "telling" obituary to go by...puts family living "near" Pittsburg circa 1819.

Another story tells that the young man, Christopher, a stow-away, landed in Harrisburg at age 17...from census that would make landfall from Germany into Harrisburg at about 1802.

Christopher was married and had children "near Pittsburg" in and by 1819...by the 1840 census we can see he had left Pennsylvania for New York.

Can you help us determine fact from fiction?

MQuiltr2@aol.com for copies of what we have...
thank you.

Lefflers in Dauphin Co.

LoraShort99 — 29 Jan 2002 2:49:32 GMT

I am looking for Lefflers (Loeffler, Lefler) who lived in Dauphin Co. I have information that a Benjamin Leffler was buried in St. John's Cemetery in the county. His aunt Anna Marie Leffler Klinger was also in the county. There may have been others. The family was originally from Northumberland Co. The time frame on the above would be abt. 1765-1850. Any information on any Leffler in the county would be appreciated. Thank you.
Lora C

LYKENS - John Francis Davis 2-8-1872

Sherri — 20 Feb 2003 4:13:53 GMT

Am seeking any information about my great grandparents. GGF John Francis Davis born in Lykens, 2/8/1872, married to Clara (Rodda) Davis, born 1/1875. I have some information, but mostly that from obituaries, death certs & a few census records. John's father was Francis Davis, served in Civil War. They had three sons & one daughter (Roy, John, Edgar & Pauline). Have walked all over Lykens cemeteries & haven't found many leads. I believe John had two surviving sisters, one was Martha, according to his obit. They moved to Scranton when my grandfather (Edgar) was a young man (1015 Sterling Street). Any "new" cousins out there? Thank you!

Abraham Zigler

hjoyh — 15 Jan 2008 11:24:28 GMT

I am looking for any info on Abraham Zigler who is listed on the Misc. & Ejectment Index of Dauphin Co.

Abraham Zigler
Docket #154 Apl 1886
Filed Feb 20 1886
Nature of Proceedings - Lunacy

Any help would be great!!
Thanks!!

RITTER, HIPPENSTEEL

BMiller247 — 13 Nov 2001 12:05:38 GMT

Hi,
I'm seeking any information on James and Virginia (Jennie) McComb Hippensteel and their family. I'm told one of their daughters, Alice, married a Ritter. The Ritter's lived in Harrisburg or the immediate area. Can anyone help me?
Thanks!

birth records in dauphin county

Sean Hoover — 21 Jul 2004 2:42:51 GMT

Where do you go to get birth records in Dauphin County? I live in Florida and must do my research on the internet and send for copies. Unfortunately I cannot find any information on the net about where the records are and who to ask for to get a copy. Any help would be great!

Dolinar,Rus,Kozjan,Nemanec

katerianen — 7 Dec 2005 2:49:41 GMT

I am looking for any information on these names from the Steelton area. Joesph Dolinar married Ljuba Dolinar in 1910, he died in Bethlehem Steel accident in the 1920's., his father was named Peter. Michael Dolinar died 1903 in Harrisburg his wife Barbara(Kozjan) died in 1925 in Harrisburg. Joseph Kozjan and his wife Barbara(Nemanec), and Martin Dolinar his wife Barbara(Rus) she died in 1912. Any help would be wonderful.

pre-1906 naturalization records in Dauphin Co

starsinic — 6 Feb 2008 1:12:17 GMT

My GG-grandfather John Nemanic became a naturalized citizen sometime between the 1900 and 1910 censuses while living in Steelton. His naturalization is not in any of the circuit & district court naturalization records for the Middle District of Pennsylvania aggregated by the National Archives as record group M1626 (the same papers that are now on footnote.com), which mainly covers 1906 and later. Do any naturalization records from the 1900-1905 time period exist at the Dauphin County courthouse? Has anyone had luck locating naturalization papers for Dauphin County residents from around that time?

Rescued Photo, WESTENHAFFER or WESTENHOFFER, Dauphin Co. PA

KBarnes1958 — 14 Feb 2008 12:35:43 GMT

As a hobby, I rescue old photos that have identification on them. I picked up one of a young man named Barney WESTENHAFFER (I'm not sure if it's that or an "O", WESTENHOFFER.) The hand writing isn't the best.

The photo was taken in Harrisburg by Jelley & Duke.

I'd like to find family to connect this photo to. If you'd like to obtain it, contact me at: digginroots@yahoo.com
Kathy

Weaver/ Brinser Family

Dortha_S|MA601245 — 17 Aug 2001 7:15:55 GMT

I am searching for information about the family of Mattias BRINSER who married Lusetta WEAVER daughter of Christian WEAVER between 1852-1855 in Lancaster Co. Also the family of Mattias' brother, Jonas C. BRINSER who married Lusetta"s sister Lydia WEAVER also in Lancaster Co. Jonas and Lydia lived in Middletown, Dauphin Co. I am not sure if Mattias and Lusetta lived in Dauphin Co. Mattias and Lusetta may have had on daughter Mary in abt 1857 . Lusetta died about that time. Jonas C. and Mattias were the sons of John and Mary BRINSER of Middletown, Daulphin Co., Pa.

Photography in Harrisburg 1880's

vmountjoy — 7 Feb 2008 12:58:51 GMT

I am looking for photographs from Harrisburg, and would like to know if the photographs from any old studios there (1880's) are still around and where they can be found--historical society, libraries? Specifically, I am hoping to locate portraits of a couple that lived in Harrisburg sometime around the 1880's or early 1890's. Thanks much for any info!

Val

Looking for my Burger family

scotchirishlassie62 — 6 Feb 2008 3:43:27 GMT

My great grandfather was Theapholus Burger he was married to Elizabeth Brandt.They came from Dauphin Co.Pa. I can not find his ancestors. They had John, Jake, Mammie, David Monroe {born 1890}{ my grandfather}. David Monroe married Nellie Mae Steach{from Fulton Co.Pa} and lived in Altoona, Pa. They had 7 children, 2 died in infancy. My father was Orville Robert, their oldest living son. Grandfather David died in 1937. The Burger side of our family was lost at that time. Now I am into genealogy and I can't find the rest of my family. I want to know who I am and where I belong in this world. My ancestry. Please help me if you can. My Daddy died in 1988, my Mom 2007, my Younger Brother in 2000. All I have left of my family is my other brother and my children. If someone can help me to locate more family I would be very thankful.
Bobbi Burger 2162 Ritchey Road Everett Pa. 15537 After my divorce, I went back to my maiden name.

Rescued Photos, DUM Family-Taken in Harrisburg also in Perry Co. PA

KBarnes1958 — 5 Feb 2008 7:34:55 GMT

I rescued a pile of DUM family photos. Many were taken in Harrisburg, PA. I did some research and found some of the family members in Perry Co. PA and scattered about.

Some of the photos are of:
Annie S. (Spotts) DUM
Blanch DUM
Cora DUM
Fred & Frances DUM
10 photos of George DUM, includes 1 of George & Maggie DUM
Grandmother Mary C. DUM
Grandfather John DUM (2)
John Dum Farm
Maggie DUM, Salome DUM MOLL, Kate DUM SMITH
Maggie DUM & Frances DUM (wife of Fred)
Walter DUM
William DUM & Wife
William DUM Family

Also in the pile were photos (2) one each of George BILLOW
and Sally (shown as Sarah in the census) BILLOW of Shelby, OH. Sally is Grandma Dum's youngest sister. The photos were taken in Shelby, OH.

The last one is of a girl named Selina MILLER. She had connection to the family. Tutor or companion? She lived with Grandpa SPOTTS for a time and then with the writer's family (info on the back of the photo.) Helped Mamma study when she attended a school.

I'm looking for family. Please contact me for details at:
digginroots@yahoo.com

Kathy
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Warner, Kiehl, Wetzel

Netahart — 1 Feb 2008 7:15:37 GMT

Searching for any information on Blair Raymond Warner b:1892 d: 1931 & wife Maude Eva Kiehl b: 1898 d: 1969 in Dauphin Co Pa. I have their burial place as St. John's Lutheran Church Ceme., Berrysburg, Mifflin Twp., Dauphin Co., PA.
Maude Eva Kiehl's parents were Edward Kiehl b: 1859 d: 1942 & wife Catherine Wetzel b: 1860 d: 1941. Place of burial Greenwood Ceme., Tower City, Porter Twp. Schuylkill Co., Pa

Any information on Ancestors & descendents would be most welcome. I'm very willing to share what I have.
Please contact me at SAMS72427@aol.com
Reta Young

Surname Search

John M Branyan — 10 Oct 1999 12:00:00 GMT

LOOKING FOR INFORMATION ON ROBERT HARVEY BRANYAN,
BORN IN HARRISBURG, DAUPHIN COUNTY IN (1838-1884).
HIS FATHER HENRY BRANYAN JR(1778-1848) AND HIS
GRANDFATHER HENRY BRANYAN SR(d:1824) MAY ALSO BE FROM
DAUPHIN COUNTY. THESE ARE MY GREAT, GREAT-GREAT AND
GREAT-GREAT-GREAT GRANDFATHER'S.

Hummel/Liebrich

Melissa Grote — 22 Jul 1999 12:00:00 GMT

I am looking for information on Joseph Hummel and his wife, Elizabeth Liebrich, born 1799, of Hummelstown. Joseph's parents were David Hummel and Mary Toot. Any help would be most appreciated.

Shanlin

kldaem — 25 Jan 2008 6:43:02 GMT

Am looking for information on John Shanlin B 1871 in Scotland.He married Catherine Graham.Children are Johan,Owen,Mary Ann,Elizabeth,Catherine,Charles and John.They lived in Thurso Scotland.

DAUPHIN COUNTY LOOK-UP/REED

babyruth7891 — 18 Jan 2008 3:11:34 GMT

I am trying to find information on a JAMES REED that lived in Elizabethville. I know he was a Reverend at CHRIST EVANGELICAL CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH in Lavelle, Pa. at one time. Thought he might also have been a Reverend in Elizabethville Church? On the SS Death Index I found a James Reed that died 08/1978 in Elizabethville......

Harrisburg Obituary Look-up 1878--John S. Detweiler

vmountjoy — 14 Jan 2008 1:56:33 GMT

I am looking for the obituary of John Shelly Detweiler of Harrisburg, who died August 16, 1878. I am primarily looking for the name of the cemetery of his burial, and, if mentioned, what church he belonged to.

Thanks,

Val

William C. Detweiler, Hburg--Looking for info on marriage/death

vmountjoy — 13 Jan 2008 5:47:20 GMT

I am looking for information on a William C. Detweiler, who was a lawyer in Harrisburg, born 1857, son of John Shelley Detweiler and Eunice Parke. This is also a follow-up to my earlier post regarding the marriage of Sarah McConnell; I now believe she was married to William C. Detweiler between approximately 1880 and 1897, the last date being when she remarried, and Detweiler died after 1887. If anyone can provide me with information as to the exact date of his marriage or death, I would greatly appreciate your help.

Thanks,

Val

Smiths in Harrisburg

Garth E. Brackbill — 7 Sep 1998 12:00:00 GMT

I am looking for information on Adda Smith, her parents were Charles V. and Adda{Brackbill} Smith. Adda Smith was born Oct 1892. They lived on James St.Harrisburg, pa. in 1920. I am looking for a picture of Lemuel Brackbill, Adda's grandfather. If anyone knows of any decendants, please get in touch. Thank you.

Garth E. Brackbill

Hawk, Stonebraker

ggma1gma4 — 7 Jan 2008 2:35:19 GMT

Am looking for information on Catherine (Katherine) Stonebraker who married Phillip Hawk around 1799 in Dauphin County, PA. Four children were born in PA before they went to Butler County, Ohio. Any information would be greatly appreciated. Thank you

BOPE, EWING, KIPLINGER, SWITZER

PeggyPrice51 — 20 Jun 2004 4:55:19 GMT

LOOKING FOR ANCESTORS IN DAUPHIN CO., PA

MARTIN family of tailors - Harrisburg 1800s

grizziesgirl — 5 Jan 2008 11:39:24 GMT

1850 Harrisburg census: MARTIN, William D. 30, tailor, PA; wife Eve (FAUST) 26 PA, sons John, 1 and Thomas, 5. This family remained in Harrisburg through 1880 (and added Catherine and Effia Debora). John Hancock MARTIN married Mary J. LINN (whose mother was a DEAN) and in the 1870 and 1880 Harrisburg censuses he is also listed as a tailor.

In the 1820 Harrisburg census there is a William MARTIN whom I imagine to be "mine". I would be pleased to find any information about this family of tailors - an ad would be wonderful! - just any clue at all about MARTIN, FAUST, LINN or DEAN families would be welcomed.

OBIT REQUEST-ANKENY

roadqueen1340 — 5 Jan 2008 5:34:06 GMT

Looking for SKS to send or transcribe obit for ANKENY, David B., b. 1 Oct 1935, d. 23 Apr 1990, Hershey. Any help appreciated.

Livingston search

DeenyWilson — 20 Oct 2001 9:04:03 GMT

Searching for relatives of John Livingston who came to Dauphin County about 1804 or1805...Married Catherine Brinser
Also searching for the ancestors of John Cyrus Shaffer (Shafer)

High School Photos

RESEARCH5GREEN — 1 Jan 2008 8:26:30 GMT

I have two photos which appear to be high school graduation pictures of two young women who look much alike. One is labeled Edwina Good, age 17, 1936 Class, and the other John Harris High School, June 1939. Both were from Fasnacht Studio, Harrisburg. As far as I know they are not related to my family. Does anyone know any thing more about these girls? Perhaps a year book check would help? Thanks for any clue. Lois Marbert

Klinger Cemetery

tiloki1 — 13 Mar 2007 12:09:33 GMT

I was wondering if anyone has any info on where Klinger Cemetery is located.

William Rittenhouse in the 1830 Dauphin Co. census

edmorrill33 — 23 Dec 2007 7:44:56 GMT

William Rittenhouse was born ca 1782 in PA. Nne correspondent says that he married 13 Nov 1819 to Abigail Lawrence who died 10 Sept 1835. William died 10 July 1848 age 66. When did William come to Daughin Co.? Who are Williams parents? If he was living with a Rittenhouse family in 1790 in PA there are 16 possibilities according to the census.
Also was Abigail his only wife?
Any suggestions or clues appreciated!

Egle's 1883 History of Dauphin & Lebanon counties - will do look-ups

midge1249 — 6 Mar 2004 8:12:45 GMT

I have a reprinted copy of the 1883 Egle's "History of Dauphin and Lebanon counties. If you would like a look-up, feel free to ask. If you have a spouse's maiden name, that would be helpful too.

Mary BAUMAN Nye, 1822-1893

jrrljr — 20 Dec 2007 2:30:24 GMT

Mary was born in PA, married Solomon Nye, and appears in the 1850 and on census in Lebanon and Dauphin counties. She is buried in Palmyra Cemetery. Appreciate any info on her family. Thanks. John

Solomon NYE, b circa 1819

jrrljr — 20 Dec 2007 2:28:24 GMT

Seeking any info on his family. Solomon was born circa 1819 [per census records], married May Bauman [b. Apr 1822, d. Sep 1893]. Solomon last appears in the 1900 census in Dauphin Co, PA. Any info appreciated. Thanks. John

Seeking Grave Photo in Enterline

JoeNihen — 20 Aug 2007 7:47:24 GMT

I'm seeking someone who would take a grave photo of a soldier from the 208th Regiment, Pennsylvania Volunteer Infantry:

Henry Welker
b. 1835, d. 1886
Saint Pauls (Bowermans)
Enterline
Dauphin County, PA

Additional information about the soldier and/or the 208th (not on-line information) would be appreciated.

Thanks,

Joe Nihen
morse73@ptd.net

Isaac Smith

Kathy (Mummert) Francis — 15 Dec 1999 12:00:00 GMT

Isaac Smith, son of Mr. and Mrs. Amos Smith, residing on West Main Street, Hummelstown, died yesterday, Friday, morning aged about 26 years. He had suffered with epileptic spasms for a number of years.
Time of funeral was not yet announced.
Middletown Press and Journal - Saturday, January 11, 1908

Death Notice or Information

doverdoobie — 6 Dec 2007 4:48:23 GMT

Looking for any information I can get on John LiBrandi who was originally from Steelton, Pa. He was someone I knew back in the late 60's and early 70' who I had heard that he passed away years ago. Anyone with any information I would gladly appreciate any one responding.

Thanks
Torrey Leininger

Seek help with a marriage record look-up in Harrisburg-PA

sacredsisters3 — 30 Nov 2007 7:57:19 GMT

Hello All

I seek a Philadelphian's aid in obtaining a copy of a marriage record for me. I will gladly reimburse you any copy/record fees. I am seeking the marriage record of Sonia Faikes and Louis Fleischer who married in Harrisburg-PA on 5-6-1913. Louis Fleischer was a photographer. I am hoping to confirm that Sonia's maiden name was indeed Faikes. It could also have been listed as Frankel, since these two families were mixed together, but i am really hoping for it to be Faikes.

All help is appreciated.

Sarah

William H Rittenhouse

edmorrill33 — 25 Nov 2007 9:38:45 GMT

William H Rittenhouse is in Dauphin Co. in the 1830 census. Who are his children?

Parents of Joshua brubaker - DOB 2/5/1823 - Harrisburg, PA

jld1963 — 24 Nov 2007 2:58:10 GMT

Looking for names of parents of Joshua Brubaker who was born in or near Harrisburg on Feb 5, 1823. Thank you.

birth record, Irvin a. Rhodes

Jerry Rhodes — 28 Jul 1999 12:00:00 GMT

RHODES, Irvin Albert, b.22 July 1877, Dauphin Co., PA to Willoughby Roth & Margaret Rebecca Shepler

George Rittenhouse 22 in 1850

edmorrill33 — 16 Nov 2007 1:58:12 GMT

George Rittenhouse age 22, a carpenter in Dauphin county in 1850 was born 21 Dec 1828 in PA. He married circa 1851 Rebecca Robinson who was born in Maryland.later they lived in York co. Who are George Rittenhouse's parents?

Will do look-ups in 1896 Biographical Encyclopedia of Dauphin county

midge1249 — 18 May 2007 8:52:46 GMT

Will do look-ups in above book. Needless to say, anyone born AFTER 1896 will NOT be in the book. Extra info would be helpful - names, dates, spouses, etc.

John Alfred Wagner 1840 birth

JNelson4821 — 31 Oct 2007 3:32:16 GMT

Looking for confirmation of birth of John Alfred Wagner. His civil war record says he was born in Dauphin, Dauphin Co., 1840. His parents were William Wagner and Mary Jane Keiser (Kayser). William was supposedly from York Co., but think the family may have moved to Dauphin. In 1849 the family family moved to Linn Co.,Iowa.
Thanks.
Jon

Jacob and Edna Pearl (Keiser) Fulkroad, Juniata County, PA

Teresa Delikat — 2 Jun 2002 12:43:27 GMT

Jacob and Edna were my former mother-in-law Elsie Mae Fulkroad Davis's parents. I'd like to share information on this line.

They had 10 children: Karl, Jay, Wooward (Woody), Paul Keiser, Rhetta (Carvel), Alice (Smith), Isabel (Reigle), Elsie Mae, Henry Austin, and Rebecca (Beatty).

This family holds a reunion every year in McAlisterville, Juniata County, Pennsylvania. This year it is on Sunday, June 2nd.

SHIFFER, SHEFFER

Lynne Baillargeon — 15 Aug 1998 12:00:00 GMT

Daniel SHIFFER or SHEFFER, living in Dauphin Co. in 1800, born about 1773. Looking for any information on him or his family.

Harrisburg Furniture Store circa 1890+ Location?

hslawblm — 17 Oct 2007 7:58:53 GMT

One of my ancestors, Alexander Hamilton Shrenk / Schrenk owned a store (furniture & auction) sometime 1890-1920s at 325 Broad & 406 Forster in Harrisburg PA and
325 Broad 1906 N 6th in Harrisburg PA and also a furniture store at 181 S Front Hbg Steelton PA about 1890.
I think he owned the store until sometime in the 1930s but I do not know if it was sold when he died. Would like some history on these businesses.
Where are the building located today and are there any postcard pictures of them? Thanks!

Fitting's in Dauphin County

trijosven — 18 May 2006 7:02:33 GMT

I have posted a query regarding my Great Great Grandmother Maria Fitting on the FITTING message board, but I am also very interested in the origins of this surname i.e country of origin, alternate spellings, etc. I have also noted that there are many Fittings in America, especially Dauphin County, I am curious to know why they emigrated to America and whether there are any other countries in Europe that the Fittings originated from or are still living in. Any historical, ethnic, Religious information or geographical distribution would be most appreciated. I am British.

Marriage of Sarah McConnell to ? Detweiler, Hburg

vmountjoy — 24 Sep 2007 11:51:40 GMT

I am looking for an Attorney Detweiler (first name unknown), from Harrisburg, who married Sarah W. McConnell sometime in the 1880's or 1890's. I am not sure exactly when he died, but Sarah, who was born in Halifax, Dauphin County in 1862 or '63, remarried in 1897.
Can anyone tell me what his full name was, or the exact date of his marriage/death?

Thanks,

V. Mountjoy

SEYMOUR BENNETT-1820-1852

marge399 — 15 Jul 2002 7:21:32 GMT

Hi: I am looking for information on the marriage of Seymour Bennett who was born about 1796 in Bernardston, MA?, s/o Joseph Bennett and Peggy Millington. Seymour died in Harrisburg, Dauphin Co., PA April 2, 1852 and was buried_____???. He married May 8, 1820 at Market Street Church in Harrisburg but I do not know his wife's name. Did they have any children?
Thank you, Marge in Vermont.

Thomas A Bell House in Lower Paxton Twp, Dauphin Co., PA.

GFRadke — 22 Sep 2007 9:15:11 GMT

List,

Thought that you might be interested in this web site on the Thomas A Bell House in Lower Paxton Twp, Dauphin Co., PA.

http://nose4bs.com/TAB_home.htm

Jerry Radke,
Harrisburg, PA

John Carmony

Ahhtwo — 22 Mar 2002 5:26:35 GMT

Looking for information about John Carmony , his siblings and his parents. John was born Feb 1, 1796 in Dauphin County, Pennsylvania. John married Eve Nigh. She was born Oct 30, 1794. Marriage place unknown. Any help would be greatly appreciated. They were my grgrgr grandparents.

Looking for grandfather

Elbert_Berry — 19 Jul 2001 1:31:50 GMT

Looking for info about and ancestry of gfather Charles A KINDLER, b. Oct 1863 in PA, m. 2 Oct 1929 to Joanna, b.Mar 1862 in MO. Son Ira Christian K, 7 Nov 1891-25 Jul 1933, in Harrisburg, Dauphin Co. CAK had 2 other children beside my father.

Lykens?? Kadellan Susan Sherman Taylor

thepetstore — 13 Mar 2006 4:32:40 GMT

I am looking for any information, possibly burial location information, on my Great Grandmother. She died of TB in 1914 at the Mont Alto Sanatorium in Franklin County (we think) and was survived by four children (Sherman b1905, Jean b1907, Pauline1909, James b1913) and husband James Broadvent Taylor (1880-1947). She may be buried in Wiconisco (Calvary United Methodist) or Lykens at the Catholic Cemetary. We have not able to get any information from the Catholic Church in Lykens.

My Grandmother is Pauline and she will be 96 on July 8th!!

Any help would be greatly appreciated.

Baseball

NMasimer — 16 Apr 2007 1:22:39 GMT

I am interested in finding out about the baseball 'culture' of Dauphin County. I have pictures of two teams, the Glasgow Ball Team, 1946, and the Palmyra Palms. I would be interested in any news articles from around the early 1930's to 1940's and any books that may have been written about the past time and companies that have sponsored teams. If you are interested in the pictures, I would be glad to share them.

Nancy

Jacob Tome

Harrie2000 — 4 Jul 2003 1:16:51 GMT

I am looking for information on Jacob Tome and his descendents. Especially, Phillip Tome who later moved to Warren County.

Thank you

St. David church in Killinger

jamesmatthewlayman — 21 Aug 2007 11:52:29 GMT

Does anyone know if St. David church in Killinger has had its records published?

REED

Richard Reed — 23 Apr 1998 12:00:00 GMT

Info on REED's of Dauphin and Lancaster Co. Ancestors lived there and looking for info on any family member. James Reed moved about 1890. His father was John Reed probably stayed in PA. Any info on any Reed would be appreciated.would be appreciated.

Hoffman Reunion

albecba — 17 Aug 2007 6:37:21 GMT

Did anyone here attend the Hoffman Family Reunion in Lykens this year? If so, does anyone have any pictures/stories to share?

Michael Hoerner married Christina Stoever

brackettwilliam — 26 Jan 2007 4:44:02 GMT

I am looking for John or Johann Stoever's will from 1823. I believe this was then Union County. His daughter Christina Stoever married a Michael Harner or Hoerner in 1802. I have heard that this will contains the grandchildren's names. Does anyone know if wills from that time period exist. Do marriage records from the Lutheran Church there exist for 1802. Johann Stoever is supposed to be buried in a Lutheran Chruch yard in Selinsgrove with his wife Anna or Angenes in what is now Snyder County. Christina (Stoever) Hoerner died in Upper Paxton. Michael Hoerner's brothe in law was a Shaefer.

Seeking "Church Advocate" newspaper archives

JoeNihen — 3 Aug 2007 12:39:07 GMT

I am seeking archived "Church Advocate" newspapers. The "Church Advocate" was a Civil War newspaper printed in Harrisburg and often used to convey messages and stories to the folks back home.

Specifically, I am seeking two letters written by Josephus C. Collins (Co. F, 208th PVI) printed on December 8, 1864, and March 23, 1865.

Any non-internet sources of information about individual soldiers of the 208th would be appreciatd.
Thanks,

Joe Nihen
morse73@ptd.net

Search for John E. Weaver, d. May 31, 1917 railroad accident

hoki4908 — 1 Aug 2007 10:02:25 GMT

Looking for information for John Edward Weaver, a resident of Steelton and former resident of Alexandria,VA. What was his address in Steelton? Names of any relatives?

Reported to be employeed either by Bethlehem Steel, Pennsylvania Steel, or Phila., Bethlehem & New England Railroad.

Reportedly died in railroad accident on May 31, 1917, at unknown location. Would like to know where accident occurred?