SC Charles Town Parish - Family History & Genealogy Message Board

Henry Bollman of Charlestown

bjoertvedt — 9 Apr 2006 5:51:14 GMT

My 3x great grandfather, Henry Bollman, is much of a mystery. De was born in "Charlestown, US" around 1854. However, he appears in none of the Censuses. He was a young seaman, and went ashore in Norway around 1872, probably at age 19. He stayed there, and only went back in his late 50's to live in the Norwegian colony in Brooklyn after about 1910. He probably died there. Do anyone have good clues as to how to find him when he's not in the censuses?

Erlend Bollman Bjortvedt, Oslo

WHO WAS WILLIAM MAINE (ca 1720) HUSBAND OF JUDITH GIGNILLIAT?

KAurichio — 4 Jul 2006 5:01:17 GMT

Hope someone can help me. I'm seeking parentage, descendants and birthplace for William Maine, b. ca 1720, who m: 1752 Judith Gignilliat, b. 1724, d. 1789, dau. of Henry Gignilliat and Esther Marion. He at one time owned a plantation in Pr. William Parish, Granville Co., between the Combahee and Pocataligo Rivers. I believe he was the grandfather of my 3x ggrandfather, William Maine, b. 1796 in SC, who later moved to Lowndes Co., GA. I know there was a William Maine(Main) in Charles Town in the 1680s. Is there a link between him and William Maine of Pr. William Parish? Were the Maines Hugenots, like the Gignilliats? I'd appreciate any and all help and/or guidance on this one. It's been a real dead-end for a long, long time.

James Island and James Towne

sparky072 — 25 May 2008 9:51:48 GMT

Can anyone tell me if James Island and James Towne 1671 the same place? I have been trying to find the original James Towne but no one seems know where it was located. Thanks Kay

Looking for ships' names and passenger lists

mlyoung — 13 Feb 2005 10:22:33 GMT

I am looking for a complete list of ships/dates for arrivals in Charles Town/Port Royal before and including 1673. I have searched the web, including several very good sites of passenger list transcriptions. However, they have not had the information for which I was searching. I would like to know where I can find original/copies of original records for this very early period in Charleston's history. I would also like to find passenger lists for as many of those ships as possible. Are there any such resources for me, living in Texas?

trying to find john albert dod

charlenebotterill — 17 Dec 2005 2:46:30 GMT

hi,
i am trying to find john albert dod last known living in south carolina. he has a sister called jill. they are my aunt and uncle i never knew about. my grandad went to america with the navy and met someone got married and had john and jill. he then got divorced and moved back to uk where he met my nan. i have very little info on john and none on jill all i know is that john would be i his 60's. please if anyone knows any info please please let me know as i am finding it very hard to trace them. thankyou

Jamestown

sparky072 — 1 Mar 2007 7:47:13 GMT

I am trying to find out where Jamestown was located in 1672. My ancestor John Bessent was given a lot in Jamestown and ten acres for spring planting. Since they came in to Charles Towne harbor, I am assumung it was near there. Thanks Kay

South Carolina early settlers

MaryOrr66 — 16 Mar 2008 5:18:00 GMT

Here's a good article about the early settlers, to inform as to why others came to SC.

http://www.electricscotland.com/familytree/magazine/augsep20...

Looking for Ships' Names and Passenger Lists

KathyWilliams55 — 30 May 2006 2:02:15 GMT

Family lore has it that our JOSEPH BURCH was born in St. Philips Parish, Charleston, SC circa 1740. JOSEPH BURCH married MARY ANN FISHER 11 May 1762 in St. Philips Parish, Charleston, SC. They settled in Marion District, SC.

I have not been able to find out who JOSEPH BURCH'S parents are, but if JOSEPH was born in St. Philips Parish, there must be a record naming his parents somewhere. I have contacted St. Philips Episcopal Church and they have no record of JOSEPH'S birth.

JOSEPH BURCH'S son, EDWARD BURCH, married MARY ANN WILSON 02 May 1797 in Charleston, SC.

WILLIAM BURCH married CAROLINA LANGDON 08 Jun 1747 in Charleston, SC. I don't know how WILLIAM BURCH is related to JOSEPH BURCH ~ perhaps a brother?

Family legend also has it that the first BURCH in our line to come to America was JOHN BURCH who settled in the Georgetown area in 1684. I haven't been able to find a passenger list that names this JOHN BURCH or any other records. We believe JOHN BURCH entered America at Charles Town.

I believe we are missing a generation between JOHN BURCH and JOSEPH BURCH.

Can anyone tell me where to look for the answers to these questions?

Thank you so much.

Kathy Burch Williams

SHIPS to SC

MaryOrr66 — 16 Mar 2008 2:14:47 GMT

See if this link will work for you. I just discovered this

http://sciway3.net/proctor/state/ships/SC_ships1.html

Ships Records to Charles Towne in 1772

ladygossamer — 4 Jan 2008 5:14:36 GMT

How to go about finding ship records arriving Charles Towne, S.C., in 1772, probably from Rotterdam? Thanks in advance. ladygossamer49633@yahoo.com

Smiths from Bermuda, to Charleston & Catherine Randall & America Ella Smith Hester (Kernghan)

TShoe14 — 4 Jan 2008 3:42:36 GMT

My grandparents left me some excellent genealogy work
they did back in the 1950's or 60's, long before the
benefits of the internet.

One area that they didn't know much about, is giving me
a lot of trouble too. Naturally, it involves the name
Smith, which is anything but unique. I've got lots of
pieces of the puzzle, so here it goes.

America Ella Smith Hester is where the problem is.
She married Thomas John Kernaghan in August 26, 1866.
1870 census list her only as AE Kernaghan and she was
likely born in 1846 (24 at that time) and had one kid
Thomas B. Kernaghan, age 2.

She died a year later in Feb. 1871. I found her grave
in Augusta Georgia, which was across the river from
where her parent-in-laws lived in 1870. Her in-laws
are buried in the same family plot in Magnolia Cemetery.
Her mother is Katherine Randall or Catherine Randall.
On the chart my grand parents left, it was Catherine,
but on an old photograph of a painting of her, is was
hand written on the back as Katherine. America Ella's
father was a Smith. She was born in Charleston SC.

From a letter to my grandmother dated 1924, from a
Mamie Ham, at 434 S. Church St. Florence, SC, who was
apparently an grand-aunt of my grandmother, she said
the following:

"I am sorry, can help you but very little on the
anceastral line. I have always lived away from my
people, and had sacarcely any intercourse with them,
so really know very little about them. However I
can tell you the names of my mothers brothers and
sisters. They are John Smith, Kate, Rosa, Emery,
Annie and Theodore (living) and Julia. Rosa, John,
Kate and Julia are dead. I do not know where the
others live, or wheather they are living. I don't
know of any cousins except the children of Aunt Julia,
Mrs. Ella Burch of Florance, Mrs. Agnes Walton of
Charleston, SC and Thomas Lamb. The last time I
heard from Thomas was from Waycross Ga. I expect
to go to Charleston in a few days and I may learn
something from Miss Carrie Smith. If I do I will
write you. Great-grand-father Smith came from
England and settled in Charleston, SC, But I do not
konw in what year. He was very wealthy. Grandfather
and his brother William are the only two of his
children I know about. I am quite an old woman,
but getting about pretty lively.

Aunt Mamie
434 S. Church St.
Florence, SC."

This is partially a good clue, but I think it
contains a mistake. I think Mamie Ham is actually
Mary Hester, who was a half sister of America Ella
Smith Hester. Catherine Randall's second husband was
Hester. The 1870 census shows Mary Hester was 8 and
living in the same house with AE Kernaghan. There is
no way she had a kid when she was 16. I really
think that Mary Hester was so young when she got
removed from her real mother, Catherine Randall,
that she viewed AE as her mother and not her sister.
She also says the Smiths came from England. What
I've heard from my grandmother when she was alive,
was that they came from Bermuda.

One final clue is that my grandparents wrote down
the names and dates of a Smith plot in some cemetery
somewhere. I have no idea where the cemetery is.

William Smith Sr. came to this country from
Bermuda in 1746. He died in 1842 - age 70 years.

Eliza Smith, wife of William Smith Sr. died Jan 30,
1874. Age 79 years, 5 mos and 20 days.

William J. Smith. Born April 11, 1798; died Aug 5
1881. Age 83 years 3 mos 25 days.

Elizabeth Cozzens Smith, wife of William Smith.
Born Aug 12 1809. Died Sept 27 1841. Age 32 years
1 mo. 15 days.

Mary Caroline Smith, wife of William John Smith.
Born Nov 12 1815. Died June 2 1856

Arthur Smith, born May 19 1856; died April 27 1857
- age 11 mos 8 days.

Anna M. Smith, wife of William J. Smith. Born Feb
27 1831; died Nov. 24 1876, age 45 years 8 mos 28 days

Horation Nelson Smith - born Sep 8 1835; died July 8
1836. Age 17 mos.

Catherine Spencer Smith - wife of William Smith.
Died Feb 6, 1823. Age 52 years 8 mos 17 days.

Deborah Steedman, daughter of William Smith Sr.
Died June 16 1839, Age 30 years 5 mos 29 days

Our Father - Edward Smith. Born Jaun 13 1800;
died Dec 7 1869. Age 69 years 10 mos. 24 days.

Our Sister - Rebecca Bonnell Smith; Born Nov 2 1846;
died Nov 7 1867. Age 21 years 5 days.

None of these graves have enough information to link
a single Smith to Catherine Randall or America Ella Smith.

My interpretation of events was that Catherine Randall's
first husband, the unknown Smith, must have died very
young. Perhaps the civil war. Her next husband must
have also died, or maybe they both died, since I see
that Mary Hester is living with the Kernighan's.

In 1900, I see George Kernaghan had a Marion Randall
living in his house. She was listed as a neice-in-law.
George was the brother of Thomas John Kernaghan.
Marion was born in Florida around 1870.

This family seems to have been fragmented and left very
little documentation that survived. The fire of the 1890
census records, plus the earthquake in Charleston of 1886
both help to make this difficult.

Question is, does any one know anything about a Smith
line that came from Bermuda and moved to Charleston?

How many Samuel Williams born in 1852, Charleston, S.C. can there be??

erika_j51801 — 6 Feb 2008 11:22:21 GMT

I need help. Searching for info on Samuel Williams ( pen name Sam Aleckson)...Last confirmed residence was on a plantation on Pine Top, S.C....which was owned by Thomas Ward or Thomas Watson. He was Mulatto, product of mothers slave owner and herself. He mentions Old Cumberland and a fire...how do I find old records other than ancestry.com?

Emelie Holmberg/Mrs Hammarskjold

pluttis — 1 Feb 2008 2:37:21 GMT

Hi!

I'm a journalist in Sweden, doing research about pianist/composer Emelie Holmberg (alt spelling Emilie). She was married to Hjalmar Hammarskjold and they had four children.

Mrs Hammarskjold/Holmberg is said to have founded a philharmonic orchestra in Charleston before becoming organ player at S:t Peter's Church.

She lived in Charleston from 1844 to 1854, when she died. Mr Hammarskjold remarried Annie Hancock and they had one son, Hjalmar Hancock Hammarskjold.

Does any of this ring any bells?

I'm interested in anything, in particular which orchestra she founded.

/Mats Karlsson

Mary L. Wiggins/D1853 Charleston, Charleston Dist., SC

bethguess24 — 23 Jan 2008 2:04:03 GMT

Looking for any information about Mary L. Wiggins. Her will was written May 30, 1853 and proved August 31, 1853. Her son James Wiggins was the Executor. Will mentions daughter Mary Ann Clark and granddaughter Martha Julia Clark. Another daughter is Ann E. Wiggins. A third daughter must have married a Huges/Hughes because she mentions another granddaughter Julia Huges. The will is witnessed by Mr. ? Ronan, Alex Owens, and Margaret May.
Thanking you in advance for any help with these families.

LOOKING FOR MY FAMILY MEMBERS!!! HELP! !

kchaplin123 — 25 Jun 2006 4:33:57 GMT

I'M LOOKIKING FOR MY FAMILY MEMBERS FROM
MCclellanville,S.C. BRINSON, MITCHUM,
LAMBERT,HATTAWAYS. I'M LOOKING FOR DATES ECT... ALSO LOOKING FOR GILBERT,BROWING,SALVO,MARTIN. FROM CHARLESTON,S.C. PLEASE FOR ANY HELP!!!!!!

chaplink60@yahoo.com

Charleston, S.C.

ken_keen — 7 Nov 2007 5:02:40 GMT

Daniel Kirkpatrick who was married to Jane Spears, Who's daughter Jane married Daniel Miscally, Who's daughter Caroline married David Fairweather Mustard Oct 1840. Need information on Daniel and Jane Kirkpatrick and Family. Also on Daniel Miscally's parents.

Permelia Rose

DebraPlemons — 27 Dec 2001 5:01:46 GMT

I'm not sure if Rose is the middle or lase name. I do know she married Edward Kelley abt 1817. They were both born in SC, Permelia in 1800, Edward in 1785.They later moved to Alabama. Does any of this sound familar to you? I've hit a brick wall here. Do you know about her parents, siblings, gparents?

Reardon (Riordan)/Civil War

somoge — 18 Jul 2007 5:47:48 GMT

I have a copy of a letter written by Bishop Wood of Philadelphia stating that Reverend Thomas Reardon of Easton, PA had volunteered to go to Charleston in March 1865 to aid the people of the city. The Diocesan Archivist in Charleston said that there was no information in the Archives there to corroborate this. Would any one know of any parish history or Civil War writings that might document his time in the city? It is also quite possible that his visit is not recorded or was lost.

Here is the transcribed letter-

Diocese of Philadelphia
Cathedral, Logan Square
Philadelphia, March 15, 1865

Most Rev’d. M J Spalding D.D.
Rev. Father Reardon formerly of [?] has consented to step into the aid of the deserted Charlestonians. He will present these lines to yr Grace and I have no doubt that he will bring comfort to many a desolate heart in the fallen city.

I am ever sincerely respectfully your [?] servant [?]
+James F Wood
Bishop of Philadelphia

Stephen Watson Marriage to Eliza Torrenza ?

fosterharvey — 18 May 2006 9:18:43 GMT

Stephen Watson (1797-1878), Merchant and British Subject (born Manchester, UK), lived in Charleston between 1824 until between 1851 and 1861. He is listed in the 1850 US census with wife Eliza T (the T stands for Torrenza, a name that has since passed down the generations). He is also listed as a slave owner in the 1850 census. Athough in the US census it is stated that Eliza was born in UK, later census taken in Britain list her as born in Charleston (they appear in 1861 census in Liverpool, and thereafter until their deaths). I cannot locate a record of their marriage through Ancestry online, can anyone advise me of where to look? I would love to know her maiden name.

Best,

Jessamy

Isaac Joiner/Joyner of SC and Henry Co., Georgia b. 1813

EulaJoyner — 5 Aug 2004 10:45:00 GMT

I have traced my family back to about 1830 maybe 1820, but I am having problems narrowing down how to find his father. It appears his father could be named Isaac, John, James, and a couple of other names, I don't remember right off the top of my head. I do know that this Isaac married a Jane Willingham once he went to Henry Co., his section later to be in the area carved out to be Newton Co. Jane had a nickname of "Jinsey or Gincey" spelled both ways on different census reports. He also changed the spelling of the name from "i" to "y" sometime between 1850 and 1870. There is no information on the 1860 census info that is available. They had 6 kids: Henry, Mary, Isaac, David, Thomas and John. Of these, Isaac is my ancestor. I have tracked him back to SC and to the area of St. James Goose Creek in 1820--I'm pretty sure. His census of 1850n states he's from SC and his 1880 census states that his parents are from NC. Anyone with having any info can email me at doubltrouble@bellsouth.net. I will be so grateful--I'm stuck and very much need a push in the right direction. Thanks.

Is John Scott who left Savannah 1738 & Ready Money Scott same.

Inez_Carney — 15 Jun 2004 4:45:57 GMT

John Scott &wife Henrietta came into Savannah, GA Feb 1733/34 with James Oglethorpe to settle the new city. Those who came with Oglethorpe received a Plot of Land, John Scott received Plot # 144. Son James and daughter Sarah came with them, 2 sons were born in GA, Thomas Scott and William Scott. John Scott moved his family to Carolina March 1738. My email is icarney@earthlink.net Looking for other decendants. Could this John Scott and John (Ready Money) Scott be the same perso?.
Thanks, Inez (Scott) Carney

Francis Marion - St. John's Berkeley Parish, S.C.

JohnJSimons — 22 Jul 2001 10:41:21 GMT

Francis Marion, born in St. John's Parish, S.C., in 1732, pursued a brief career on the sea before turning to plantation life. His service with the militia against the Cherokee Indians brought statewide renown and in 1775 he was elected to the Provincial Congress and captain of the South Carolina Second Regiment. As Lieutenant Colonel in the Continental Army he participated significantly in the defense of Savannah and Charleston. Following the debacle at the latter city he was given command of a volunteer brigade whose efficient guerrilla tactics demoralized the enemy, debilitated their logistic and strategic positions, and earned for him the sobriquet "Swamp Fox". Commissioned a Brigadier General, he joined "Light Horse Harry" Lee in capturing a number of British strongholds which contributed to the enemy's ultimate defeat. At the end of the war, Gen. Marion returned to plantation life, but remained active in militia and local political affairs until his death in 1795.

Gen. Marion represented St. John's Berkeley at the Provincial Congress of 1775. n 1781 he was a senator for St. John's to the Jacksonboro Assembly. He fought in the Cherokee Wars (1760-1761), was a major at Ft. Moultrie and was advanced to Brigadier General in 1780. (South Carolina Genealogies, Volume II, p. 35)

James Town

sparky072 — 21 Mar 2007 1:56:12 GMT

Can anyone tell me about the Ist James Town which was located on Newton Creek. I read that it was laid out in 1671.Thanks Kay

Morgan Coats

sueallen1938 — 30 Sep 2002 5:55:28 GMT

Searching for Info on Morgan Coats
Born app.1803 South Carolina
On census 1830 Jasper Co. GA
" " 1840 Lauderdale Co. MS
" " 1850 Catahoula Parish Lousiania
" " 1860 " " "
Married Sophia___?___ app. 1820
2nd Marriage --Sophia Rawlings 1851 in Lousiana
Was living near and went to church with George Head in Ga
Miss. and La.
Jane Coats, John Coats and Susan Coats were connected to him according to church records (Baptist) and census.
Any info would be helpful.

James Elijah Houston Browning

Dawn Browning Yzaguirre — 2 Jul 2002 8:17:30 GMT

My GGGG Grandfather was James Elijah Houston Browning he was born in 1802 in Greenville District,South Carolina. I am searching for the identity of his parents. Any help would be greatly appreciated. Please email me at dawnbrowning@hotmail.com

German Fusiliers of Charles Town South Carolina

snider1744 — 27 Dec 2006 5:59:18 GMT

Does anyone know of a list of the soldiers who served with the German Fusiliers of Charles Town SC and fought the British during the Revolutionary War?

...in May, 1774, Alexander Gillon, Peter Boquet, Michael Kalteissen, William Livingston and Gideon Dupont "collected together one hundred and thirty-seven Germans," who at once organized under the name of the German Fusiliers.

In 1779, General Lincoln, of the continental Army, having been placed in command of the State troops, made a call for the militia; and in response, the Fusiliers, numbering sixty-four privates, with a full complement of officers, non-commissioned officers and musicians, took to the field. During one disastrous expedition, the Fusiliers fought gallantly but the commander found it necessary to order a retreat. However Captain Sheppard, refused to obey the order to retreat. At his command the Fusiliers continued to advance, marking each step of their way with blood, until Sheppard was shot down, when a retreat took place. In this campaign, Lieutenant Joseph Kimmel was killed, and a number of the members of the company killed and severely wounded. The Corps ultimately reached home under the command of Lieutenants Strobel and Sass.....

Sutton from England to Carolinas to MS, 1820

xenaxena7 — 13 Nov 2006 6:47:42 GMT

I am searching for the parents of my ancestor, Thomas Sutton, born circa 1790- 1800. It is said that he immigrated from England to the Carolinas, where his parents had arrived earlier (I found a John Sutton in Charleston Neck in the 1830, who stated that he was foreign, not naturalized). He appears in Mississippi in 1820. He is said to have had relatives in Sheffield, England. In the 1830 Mississippi census, he stated that he was “alien: foreign born not naturalized”. He purchased a sawmill and grist mill in Jefferson County, MS, in 1826. A sawmill would have been an excellent money-making opportunity in the growing new state. He married Phebe Humphries in 1820. Their children were: John, Stephen, Thomas, Margaret, and another daughter whose name is not known. He and Phebe paid for the education of all 5 children. One son, Stephen, joined the local Masonic lodge. For more detailed information, please visit my website at www.geocities.com/sutton_genealogy.

St. James Goose Creek - Boundary Lines

shellgirl2 — 25 Mar 2002 11:25:21 GMT

What was the boundary line between St. James, Goose Creek and the Charleston City Parish of St. Philips/St. Michaels. Was it the city limits of Charleston or an "imaginary line" across the Charleston neck. Wish to locate property sold within the St. James, Goose Creek parish-- bounded by lands of Colonel Bedon and Charles Foster, plus "vacant lands". Thanks

CAMPBELLS - late 1800 - 1900's

samschatzan — 24 Jul 2006 6:36:33 GMT

ANY information on the below family would be greatly appreciated -
They are my Great Grandparents and I know little about my CAMPBELL family. Thanks in advance, Samantha

1910 Census Charleston,S.C.
Precinct 1- Ward 7
Elizabeth Street

John G. Campbell - age 57 - Born Pa. Father Ireland - Mother- Ireland- Plummer for Standard Oil
Emma L. - age 53- Born S.C.- Father- Pa. - Mother- Connecticut
Bernice - age 20- Telephone operater
Emmalou - age 15
Parthenia age 14
John M. age 25 - fireman
Another son William Griffith not living with them
-----------------
The G. in John's name is supposed to be Griffith. He died 22 Jan 1917
The M. in John Jr. stands for MANNING - he died in 11 Aug 1936
John's wife's name MAY POSSIBLY be Emma L. Fabian - not sure.
Son William Griffith married Minnie Louise Plane (maybe Payne?) 1909 in Charleston.

McDonald - Shorey

RemTom — 5 Jul 2006 1:47:15 GMT

I am looking for a James McDonald that married a MaryShorey, after 1716 in S.C.. Probable relative John McDonald came from Iverness Scotland 1766. Merchant in Charleston, S.C. He married Annie Shorey. Any early Shorey info appreciated. Sincerely, Ruth

robert anderson born in Charleston, sc

kathy price — 29 Jun 2006 7:19:05 GMT

please, isn't there someone out there that knows of the Robert Anderson family of Charleston, SC(1794). His son, James married Elizabeth Denison, after her death he(James) married Mary Durant. I have been looking for over 30 years for Robert's father.

Isabelle Beckett

suzannesauls — 3 May 2006 11:07:27 GMT

She was full blooded cherokee and died in charleston early to mid 1950. Had a son named Walter Beckett

Mary Ann Rawlings/Rollins/Rollings-Born abt 1810 South Carolina

LeighKing90 — 7 Jan 2004 4:03:59 GMT

Looking for parents and siblings of Mary Ann Rawlings. Mary Ann stated on 1850 census for Marshall County AL she was born in SC. Mary Ann settled in Marshall County Alabama and married one Andrew King of Meltonsville, AL in August 1836. She changed spelling to Rollins on marriage record. She had one daughter when she married Andrew King, Nancy Jane. Nancy Jane married Jonathan D. Shipp in 1857 spelling her name Rollings. Marriage record stated she married at home of Andrew King. Nancy was born in Alabama in 1833or 34. Any help would be appreciated.

Leger * Legere* Legare* Liequer surname

dileel — 27 Jan 2006 10:57:02 GMT

The census takers have destroyed the name. I am searching for any information on the surname. I found a Samuel S, Leger in Lowndes Co. Ga 1860, married to a Martha from Fl. Samuel states he was born in SC abt 1822. Served in the Civil War and died before 1870 after his service. Found in Fl a Moses S, Leger from SC. whom I believe is the father to Samuel. 1830 Santee SC finds a Daniel, James, Stewart M. and a Samuel Leger. The will of a John Leger states heirs of his cousin William went to the west lands? I think he meant TN, GA, Al as I find them there in later census. Perhaps this Stewart M. is the same fellow Moses S. Stewart, Samuel and James stayed in my line after the 1900 census and are found in GA with the name spelled Ledger. Would appreciate any information on this name. I have copies all the census pages with same name and am almost finished doing the 1850 AL census and no luck.

Diana
Diana@grtm.us

Richard Leaton - Berkeley County

JohnJSimons — 22 Jul 2001 10:41:21 GMT

I found, on Ancestry.com, that there was a will probated in Berkeley Co. in 1758. for a Richard Leaton. I would like any information about this and how would I obtain a copy of any paperwork that might be available

Whaley

GDDC264 — 12 Sep 2004 8:54:49 GMT

I need information on Emma Whaley Tate's family before marriage. Anyone? Also Catholic Churches in SC.

Early-1700-1720-church records-what's available

volleymom5 — 23 Sep 2002 3:03:33 GMT

Hi,
I am trying to find out what churches there were in the Charles Town area in the Early 1700 -1720, time period, and if the records were kept there or sent to England to mother churches. Does anyone know where we can find such records, or how to search for them? Is there any list of the churches for that time period in that area? Our Ancestor was there at that time, but we can't find much on him.
Thanks so much, Becky

marriage licenses pre 1800

jb — 21 Apr 2002 1:25:53 GMT

Does anyone know if any records for marriage licenses granted in Charleston for marriages in Charleston between 1700 and 1800 survive. Thank you, jb

My line just broke up into three lines

Loretta248 — 30 Aug 2002 11:47:35 GMT

I need to find someone by the name of "John Oldshue" or someone that can help me find "Elizabeth Key". I am getting three different Family trees on her all have most of the same info. But when I try to find her tree it all goes away. Help!
I'm still new to this and am lost. Loretta

Rivers family ( 1700's or earlier)

Judy B. McNeil-Long — 7 May 2004 3:30:28 GMT

I am a decendent of the Rivers family from Chesterfield S. C.
our ancestors came to Chesterfield from Charles Town or Georgetown. Need to contact someone who can give me some information on the early Rivers family. I know that they were active in the Presb. Church Some names of interest are William, Fredrick, Mark,James.
Thanks,
Judy

great greanfather?

wandacrenshaw46 — 10 Oct 2006 1:50:35 GMT

Hi i am looking for information on a George H. Wade born in South Carolina. He was born around 1835. He hade a sister named Martha. I believe he is my great grandfather, which i am hoping to find information on him in order to locate information on my grandmother Mary Elma Britt, George is listed in the 1900 census in worth co georgia in the 1121 militia district my grandmother is listed in his household as grandaughter, any information would be greatly appreciated thank you

1828 Will

MaryGordonSmith — 24 Sep 2005 6:23:31 GMT

Is it possible to find a will of person who died 17 May 1828 age 76 years? I am trying to find one for John Gordon, Sr. who died on said date. His name was in Gordon Bible and wonder what the relationship was. Because the bible was in Charleston for many years before being passed to other family, believe him to have died there. Also same Bible has Elizabeth Elliott born 12 Jan 1753 and died 16 Feb 1823 at 70 years of age. Was told she is buried in Pon Pon Chapel of Ease aka Brick/Burnt Church in Colleton near Parkers Ferry Road. If they were entered in the bible records, then know they must be related.

Hope records go back this far.
Mary

Laurens Adminstrations Papers

Margie Puckett King — 23 Sep 2005 1:19:49 GMT

Please tell me if anyone has access to Laurens County Wills and Administration Papers. I am trying to find Dabney Puckett that was mentioned in my great great grandfather’s will in 1830 and it shows Dabney living in Alabama. Any help on where Dabney was living in Alabama at that time would be very much appreciated. Also, trying to find the Dabney family living in Laurens County in 1800,1810,1820 or 1830 would be wonderful.

Thank you,

Margie

Surname-Knox

happyfeet1722 — 17 Sep 2005 7:01:07 GMT

I am searching to see if anyone has any information on the Knox family name in Chas,S.C. dating back to the early 1900's.My father was James M.Knox,mother Mary Elizabeth Pendarvis.My grand-parents were Ripley L.and Annie Riley Knox. I would like to trace my roots back to at least great-grand parents. If anyone has any information on the Knox's it would be greatly appreciated.

Looking for Thomas Jackson (Born abt. 1790). !!

Mark Jackson — 17 Sep 2005 1:10:59 GMT

I am searching for the Parents and sibblings of My Thomas Jackson who was born in 1790 and died in 1834. I do not know where He was born but He shows up in Franklin County,Tennessee about 1810(About the Time He married Delilah(Maiden name unknown). Does anyone have a Thomas Jackson who was born in 1790? One of His sibblings could be a Miles Jackson who was born close to that time. I think that Thomas was probably born in Georgia,North or South Carolina since Tennesee was not a state in 1790. Anyone with a Thomas Jackson Born about 1790 please send me a e-mail. My e-mail address is: mjackson8465@sbcglobal.net.
Thanks.
Sincerely.
Mark Jackson.

Mary Elizabeth Connor

carolj_1 — 21 Aug 2005 7:56:02 GMT

I have just spent 3years on a wild goose chase looking for Mary Elizabeth Connor whom family said came from North Carolina and was part Cherokee. Since the publishing of the English 1861 census it now seems she was born in Charleston South Carolina!! (this would fit in with the fact that her father was a mariner) She was born in 1842 (no date known) and her father was an English mariner James Connor.When her mother died c1860James brought Mary Elizabeth home to England and she eventually married James Altham and started my branch of the family tree. Does anyone have access to the Birth records for Charleston? I know it is difficult without a birth date but I cannot seem to find one despite being in touch with many of the family over the years.
Many thanks,
Carol

Gooding

bjrsm — 12 Aug 2005 1:33:06 GMT

Any connection to Gooding family of Clarendon Cty SC

ERHARD / ERHARDT

willfisch4 — 29 Jul 2005 1:19:03 GMT

ERHARD / ERHARDT: four Erhart siblings admitted to Charleston Orphan House 16 Oct 1817. Daniel, b:1 Jan 1805, indentured to John A. Bennett, black & white smith, 18 Feb 1819; Mary (twin) b:18 Dec 1809, indentured to Thomas Hart of Lancaster, SC, spinner, 9 Dec 1819; Margaret, (twin) b:18 Dec 1809, indentured to C. E. Chamber (probably Charleston), tailor, 26 Feb 1824; Eliza Jane, b:4 Feb 1815, whereabouts are known. Need any information on the three indentured siblings and the parents. willfisch4@comcast.net

Info on Fort Johnson

lindasplaying — 23 Jul 2005 3:43:30 GMT

does anyone know of some information circa 1810-1820, basically looking for during War of 1812..........thanks

Samuel Peronneau d. bef 9 Oct 1722

lilasandstrom — 30 Jun 2005 1:09:06 GMT

I am looking for information on Samuel Peronneau, b bef 1672, Rochelle, France, d bef 9 Oct 1722, in Charles Town. He was married to Jeanne Collin, also from Framce. They came to SC abt 1685. I would like to find the ship they came on and any other information about their family. I have information that his son, Henri was the administrator of his will. (Probate Court Inventory, Vol 71, p 31 & 67) Can anyone tell me where to write to get a copy of this?

John Cole - St. John's Parish, Colleton

JohnJSimons — 22 Jul 2001 10:41:21 GMT

JOHN COLE, St. John's Parish, Colleton County, planter.

Wife: Sarah. Son: John, under 21 years, all real estate. Dau: Mary, under 21 years. Nieces: Sarah Weatherly and Elizabeth Arnold. Mentions: 2 said children to be maintained and educated out of proceeds of estate.
Exors: Uncle John Stanyarne; William Weatherly; James Laroch.
Wit: Robert Sams, William Lowrey, Benjn. Weatherly

D: 2 Apr. 1758. P: 21 July 1758. R: nd. p. 149.

Elliott/Gordon

MaryGordonSmith — 17 May 2005 11:29:20 GMT

I am really stumped now. After making a trip to SC to view and scan the Gordon Bible that was given to my 3rd great grandmother, Catherine Ann Belser by her husband, William Edward Gordon in 1807, I found on one page an Elizabeth Elliott b. 12 Jan 1753 d. 15 Feb 1823 and a John Gordon, Sr d. 17 May 1828 (he would have been born abt 1752). I have been led to believe that above W. E. Gordon's parents were W. E. Sr and Elizabeth Elliott, yet why would Catharine have this John in bible and not Jr.'s father unless he is the father. A note at bottom of death page says they are buried in Brick Churchyard Cemetery, seven miles above Parkers Ferry, (Colleton SC) which I have been to this cemetery but many markers are missing.

I hope someone can help me with this mystery.
Mary Gordon Smith

woolfolk, lewis family

sherette gregg — 1 Apr 2005 11:47:41 GMT

I am searching for relatives who are somehow related to William Lewis of Charleston SOuth Carolina born July 1, 1905 to Hurline Woolfolk and Mr.William Henry Lewis.

Pls help!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Bouson, abt 1890, Charleston, SC

joancorrell — 3 Feb 2005 3:19:05 GMT

John W. Bouson - Clerk at JS Terry & Co 1888-1890. Wife's name may be Lucinda. Two sons located: Frank W. and Herbert H. Any other information on this family? Other children? How long in Charleston? Did they die there? No census records located for either John or wife. e-mail any information: correllj@aol.com

ELLEN?

hillbily47_1 — 16 Jan 2005 11:48:03 GMT

TRING TO FIND A ELLEN GREASOM B:1864 SC
D:1930 OK
WAS MARRIED TO A JAMES MADISON ANDERSON
AROUND 1888 GIVE OR TAKE 10 YEARS
WOULD BE VERY HAPPY TO FIND THIS INFORMATION

William Ball family of Berkeley Co., SC

MargaretMiller123 — 16 Jan 2005 8:40:10 GMT

To whom it might concern:

My William Ball family was in St. John's Parish, Berkeley Co., SC., and not in the Charles Town SC Parish. Two sons, Sampson and Bartholomew have been indisputably proven as has a grandson, George Ball, and a granddaughter, Ann Cook. Based on the fact there was a Cook granddaughter, I must assume that William had at least one daughter whose given name is not known. However, she was married to John Cook. The Cooks also had a son John Cook, Jr., who married Elizabeth Mahan. If I'm right, Elizabeth was a sister to Hezekiah Mahan. Hezekiah was well known for his role in the Rev. War as he fought with General Marion. I would like to correspond with anyone who has the same connections as I. My e-mail address is <almb@bellsouth.net>. Thanks for taking the time to respond. mm

William Ball family of Berkeley Co., SC

MargaretMiller123 — 16 Jan 2005 8:37:50 GMT

William Ball Family

Ren — 27 Jun 2004 10:41:47 GMT

I am looking for any information on William Ball b.c1698, England d.8 Mar 1728, Berkeley district, SC who married Margaret Sampson. His son Bartholomew Ball, Sr b. 1706, St. John's Parish, SC d.21 Jan 1778 who married Elizabeth Henlen. Also, any info on John Mikell, Sr. b c1725, VA , resided in the Pee Dee area 1755, d. 1785 Cheraw district, SC who married Ann Ball. They attended Old Welsh Neck Baptist Church. Would anyone know where this is located? Any info on these families would be greatly appreciated.

Thanks,
Ren

Re: looking for any Gour's out of Charleston, S.C.

mrnw22 — 7 Dec 2004 5:25:08 GMT

Any info on these people will be so appreciated. Elaine Anita Gour, William Gour, Elaine Duprey, Norman Gour, David Gour or Penelope Gour. Thanks.

Driscoll of Charleston

Colin Ferguson — 11 Nov 2004 5:07:26 GMT

In the book "Family Names of County Cork" by Diarmuid Ó Murchadha, page 185, reference is made to an O'Driscoll family of Charleston, USA circa 1840-1850. The book suggests this family are lineal descendants of Col. Cornelius O'Driscoll circa 1650. Col. Cornelius is a key figure in the O'Driscoll history.

We in the DRISCOLL OF CORK DNA project would very much like to connect with a descendant of this family. Any leads will be very much appreciated!

Our project is described here:
http://freepages.genealogy.rootsweb.com/~colin/DriscollOfCor...

African-American Livingston

jean platt — 6 Apr 2004 7:01:58 GMT

Looking for any info. on Prince Livingston from Horry Cty. SC married Ellen (Vereen)Livingston, had 16 children.

wessinger obits

rsgreg — 3 Oct 2004 3:27:18 GMT

Does anyone know how to look up obituaries from the Post & Courier without going downtown.

I'm trying to find one from 1995 and one from 1998. The Post & Courier online only goes back to 1999.

I am looking for obits for:

Warren Harold Wessinger, died March 19, 1998

Samuel J. Wessinger, died February 04, 1995

Thanks in advance for any assistance.

Thanks again,
Richard

DODD, CHARLESTON, SC,gunmaker for Gen Washington

JUDY HUGG GRIMES — 18 Sep 2004 7:34:36 GMT

My Jonathan Dodd born 1784 SC is in Johnston CO.NC and then moves into Ala just as it is open for settlers. He had a son born 1815 NC (Johnston CO) and a son born 1820 in ALABAMA--so, in those five years he moved again--.

We believe his first wife (unknown name) died after the birth of her second son born 1820 Clark Co.ALA. and Jonathan now age 36, married a woman we have been told was: Loucendia (MARTIN) McDowell.b.1802 (she married McDowell in Clark Co.ALA)---and had some children and then married DODD and had possibly two or three more? We have no marriage for her and Jonathan Dodd. AND, have been told by the McDowell people that she was buried in the Bladon Springs area as Loucendia MCDOWELL..and it appears at least two of her sons listed as Dodd on the 1850 census are listed as McDOWELLS in the 1860 census. Why they changed sirnames and then changed back is not known? We guess that Jonathn Dodd died between the 1850 census and the 1860 census. He was a gunsmith.

1. Was Jonathan Dodd the gunsmith born 1784 in South Carolina--an apprentice or indentured or raised by a guardian in the DODD family of JOHN DODD the gunsmith of Charleston SC? a man who made and sold and repaired guns for General Washington but died (before or almost when) Jonathan was born?

2. His business was kept running by sons, and we wonder if the young Jonathan was trained there?

3.Was John Dodd of Charleston a relative?

4. Was John Dodd of Charleston SC and the man we think was Jonathans father (William DODD) of SC and also of Chathom Co.NC, related?

5. IS ANYONE on this DODD list OR the CHARLESTON CITY, a descendant of the CHARLESTON, SC DODD family of John DODD, the gunsmith? Do you have a male Descendant Dodd who would be willing to enter his DNA in the DODD family DNA search?

judy grimes

Bethedsa Cemetery

Claudene — 29 Aug 2004 4:56:49 GMT

Could someone please give me driving directions to Bethesda Church Cemetery in McConnell, SC? I don't know if this is in York or Chester Counties.

Thank you, Claudene

Trail from CharlesTowne to inland land grants

rsgreg — 26 Aug 2003 3:41:11 GMT

I'm trying to find any information on how German Immigrants that came to SC in the 1750's got from CharlesTowne to the location of their land grants.

I know my ancestors were granted 250 acres of land on the Saluda River above Saxe Gotha Township in 1752. I have information on the land grant, maps, list of bounty, etc.

If anyone has any information on the journey from CharlesTowne to Saxe Gotha I would appreciate hearing from you.

Thanks

linda robinson

GerryJackson778 — 21 Aug 2004 4:42:49 GMT

where are you email me gerrymamma@aol.com

john york

GerryJackson778 — 21 Aug 2004 4:34:23 GMT

dose anyone know of john york and celia from chesterfield sc who are their family send me a email gerrymamma@aol.com

Patrick Bryans/Bryant/O'Brien

EulaJoyner — 5 Aug 2004 10:37:29 GMT

I have peices of where others in my family have put together most of our family tree but they stopped on one limb and it is an important limb so therefore, I am trying to finish it. I am looking for information on Patrick Bryans, supposedly of Ireland and settled in Laurens County, South Carolina. He was probably born somewhere around 1750 and he died in 1806 in Greene County, what would eventually become Morgan Co. He was married to Elizabeth (Betsy) Adair Jones (widow of John Jones of Laurens Co., formerly of Charleston, Co. I have limited info on Pat, but do know that he was the executor of John's will and estate, along with Betsy. I would like to find a copy of John's will and Betsy's, but mostly would like more info on Pat. I have his will and it leaves stuff to 2 daughters that I was not aware of when I started and still don't have any proof. These would be Rebekah, and Elizabeth, and a granddaughter, Mary Simmons. Anyone who can point me in the right direction to find any of this information please contafct me at doubltrouble@bellsouth.net. Thanks.

Hansford Hyers in 1850 Census at St Bartholomew Parish

Willie Hires — 11 Jul 2004 1:25:03 GMT

In the 1850 Colleton County Census in St Bartholomew Parrish it list Hansford Hyers 30, Anna 40(My GGGrandparents) and list their their siblings Alfred 18, George 15, Owen 12, Nancy 10, Cornelious 8, Brantly 6 (My GGrandfather) Perry 4, & Stephen 2. Need help to find out maiden name of Anna and who her parents were, also would like to know where Hansford and Anna are buried. Would like any additional info on the siblings anyone can provide. Thank you.

church records for Charleston

JB9331 — 25 Mar 2006 3:44:47 GMT

Does anyone know whether any church registers for the Anglican/Church of England/Episcopalean churches in Charleston for the period 1700-1800 survive and if so where are they located. Any information would be appreciated. Thank you, jb

Narratives of Colleton County, South Carolina

BeverlyGHarris — 29 May 2004 9:31:58 GMT

Hello!

I have been trying to find a copy of this book for years:

Title of item: Narratives of Colleton County, South Carolina by Glover,
Beulah
ASIN: 0871525003

It is out of print...but I was hoping to find a used copy to purchase for my research library (piles on the floor, etc)...

Even amazon.com cannot find a used copy for me...

Does anyone have a copy stuck away that they no longer want/need??

Thanks for taking the time to read this!!

Charleston Newspaper

MaryGordonSmith — 30 Jan 2004 11:35:09 GMT

Does anyone know what the earliest known newspaper was for Charleston and do they have archives? need to find an obit for William E Gordon d. 1817 in Charleston. I sent for a will in this time frame, but was not mine. Mine was married to an Elizabeth with a son William Jr

Mary

Mary E. Campbell Peyre-Ferry

Mary_Gooding — 20 Nov 2002 3:19:32 GMT

Hi I am looking for info. on Mary E. Campbell Peyre-Ferry. She may have been married to a George F. Peyre-Ferry. These two people are listed in a 1927 deed of John McClarin from Orange, Virginia. Mary may have been the daughter of Fitzhugh and Emma Campbell.

Peyreferry

violettew1 — 25 Jul 2004 4:12:54 GMT

I have received authorization from Ancestry.com to start up a message board for the surname "Peyreferry". So if there is anyone here that is seaching ancestry of Peyreferry you will now have a message board for that name. Peace and harmony....Violette

Peyreferry

violettew1 — 25 Jul 2004 4:12:54 GMT

Good morning. Just wanted to let you know that I started a "Peyreferry Family" message board on genealogy.com. So you might want to post something there. Hope all is well with you. Have a great day.............Violette

Nathan/Martin/George Parish

sunshinepinky414 — 2 Apr 2004 9:27:09 GMT

1716 - 1717 SC Colony, Johannes Croft & Lewis Duvall ?????

viola_swyers — 20 Mar 2004 9:51:23 GMT

Does anyone have a listing for Johannes Croft & Lewis Duvall of the 1716 -1717 SC Colony? I would like to know about these two families.

John Wesley Rogers and Missiniah Nail

BettyPhillips524 — 21 Mar 2004 7:08:42 GMT

I am looking for information about my gggrandfather John Wesley Rogers, Sr., born 1802 in South Carolina; died 1855 in Itawamba Co., MS. He married Missiniah Nail September 04, 1833 in Lowndes Co., AL. I am looking for his parents and his siblings. Thanks

Gordon

MaryGordonSmith — 13 Mar 2004 5:56:45 GMT

I found in the 1809 directory of Charleston there are a William Edward Gordon, butcher on Neck Rd and a William Gordon, Grocer at 87 King St. Then in the 1813 directory the is William E Gordon, butcher, Hamstead and William Gordon, grocer at 96 King St. In 1819 there is a Edward William Gordon on Meeting St. Being as I have a William E Sr and Jr in Charleston at this time, I would not know which is which unless they needed some type of license to do business that maybe gave an age, which is unlikely. One was married to an Elizabeth Elliott and one to Catherine Belser. Hope someone can help me with this mystery.
Mary

messervey

john messervey — 5 Mar 2004 10:41:13 GMT

Looking for info on my grandfather,Paul James Messervey
and my great grandfather,Lawrence James Messervey.
They were from the Adams Run area of Charleston.Any
help is appreciated.Thank You.
John R. Messervey

STROHECKER/STROHACKER

ws7819 — 10 Nov 2003 11:02:16 GMT

Is anyone working on the STROHECKER/STROHACKER
Family of Georgia or South Carolina? One of the
families begins in Georgia with a Johan Georg Conrad
STROHACKER in Sersheim, Wuerttemberg, Germany.
And the other has a Jacob STROHECKER in the Charlestown area in 1751. He died in 1767 and his family still resides in the area.

I would like to hear from any of the family, as
I am doing some research in Germany and would
like to include them while I am at it.

Thank You for your time,
William Strawhacker
ws7819@prodigy.net

any members of charles lander campbell born in star sc

becca_mcclaine — 26 Nov 2003 6:22:44 GMT

any info on my father and i now they are 3 missing sibling along with 2 deaseased 5 living he was in service us navy 5822966 army 14207676 la48833 la 44561 un 52401 please help

POWELL, WALTER F., b: GA 1868

mstringer11 — 1 Feb 2004 8:01:56 GMT

Listed on 1930 Census as a boarder at my grandfather's house in Cartersville, Bartow, Ga. I would like to know who he is and from.My grandfather's Mother was Martha Ann Sanders born ???GA. His father Wm. H.Powell born ????GA,also. My grandfather born in SC[Anderson, I'm told] Please e-mail me at Mstringer1@AOL.com.THANKS!

POWELL, WILLIAM HENRY b:Apr.24,1880--SC

mstringer11 — 1 Feb 2004 7:50:18 GMT

His parents were Wm.H. Powell and Martha Ann Sanders. A sister Rose,[I think name] that married S. J. Anderson and was living in Anderson SC in 1962 when he died. I'm told he was born in Anderson SC. I need SC info of him and parents info--ANY and ALL. His parents born in GA. Please e-mail me Mstringer1@aol.com

POWELL,Wm.H./MARTHA ANN SANDERS--GA.

mstringer11 — 1 Feb 2004 7:37:32 GMT

Was in Anderson SC in 1880 as my G.father[Wm.HENRY]was born there Apr.24,1880. I was told he was born in Anderson SC could be incorrect. I don't know where in GA. they born, parents or relatives. My grandfather was in Bartow co,GA by 1901. Relatives there in area-I don't know their name--think Powell, I heard Uncle Henry and a boarder on 1930 Census named Walter F. Powell-born-GA, age 61{1930 Cens.-CARTERSVILLE, BARTOW GA] Please e-mailMstringer1@aol.com THANKS!

SANDERS,MARTHA ANN b:GA

mstringer11 — 1 Feb 2004 7:18:43 GMT

My gr.grandmother born somewhere in GA. Married William H. Powell and son WILLIAM HENRY POWELL born" APR. 24, 1880 in Anderson,SC.Need info for Sanders and Wm.H.in GA and SC-Parents and relatives and where lived.Please mail me:Mstringer1@aol.com Thanks

SANDERS,MARTHA ANN b:GA

mstringer11 — 1 Feb 2004 7:18:39 GMT

POWELL, Wm.H./MARTHA ANN SANDERS-Anderson SC

mstringer11 — 1 Feb 2004 6:59:11 GMT

Son WILLIAM HENRY POWELL b: Apr.24, 1880in Anderson SC, sister: Rose[Ithink name] married S.J. Anderson of Anderson SC. Parents Wm H. and MARTHA ANN SANDERS born in GA.Need SC help and g.grandparents bithplace and relatives. Please e-mail: Mstringer1@Aol.com THANKS

Looking for lost brother

diane — 13 May 2003 1:15:50 GMT

Searching for lost brother-his name is Michael Reece and he lives in Bishopville SC. His wife's name is Jessie Reese.
Michael is in his forties. If you know Michael, please have him email Diane at gilliesd@guilford.k12.nc.us

Bethal Presbyterian Church

MaryGordonSmith — 29 Jan 2004 1:02:54 GMT

Has anyone ever done an inventory of graves for this cemetery? I have been trying for several years to find the grave of my ggggrandparents, William Edward Gordon d. 1817? and his wife Elizabeth Elliott. Their son William E Jr and his wife Catherine Ann Belser are buried in PonPon Chapel of Ease Cemetery aka Brick/Burnt Church, but can find nothing on Sr and his wife. This has become such a puzzle to me.
Mary

Leonard Hamm

golfa62 — 19 Jan 2004 8:04:06 GMT

I am looking for information on Leonard Hamm.
He was born in South Carolina. His wife's name was Mary ?
His childrens names were Patrick, Ann, William, Jesse, Amanda, Lucinda, Martha, & Mary. I am trying to help my mother learn more about our family line. If you have any information that might help, we sure could use it.
Thanks!!!!!

Gordon

MaryGordonSmith — 17 Jan 2004 5:55:52 GMT

This has been our brick wall for many years. Had a great aunt that was working on our tree, and she left us this info. This is what I desperately need help with.

Willliam Edward Gordon, Sr. b.? mid to late 1700s m. Elizabeth Elliott d. 1817 according to her notes, yet I find two census reports for Charleson in 1820 with William E Gordon, one has an older male and an older female. The other fits the profile of his son, William Jr b.1781 d.1832 that married a Catherine Belser. The latter are buried in PonPon Chapel of Ease aka Brick/Burnt Church in Colleton SC near Harpers Ferry. I can not find anything on the first couple. I sent for the will of a William made during this time frame, but was not mine. I did receive a newpaper article that mentioned the latter William's marriage to Catherine that said he was of THE Round O. Do not know if this was the name of a home or town. If the family followed tradition, I would think the first practiced the Presbyterian Religious beliefs. I am desperate to locate this couple. It was ascertained that first was from Scotland. Would ever appreciated for any information on this family.

There was a book regarding the Belser family published once but no longer in publication. It was dedicated to above Catherine Ann Belser. I have talked to several people with copiies of this book that said would copy to me, but never received. Please help.
Mary Gordon Smith

George STERLING d. 08 Jan 1706 Berkley Co., SC

pcham777191 — 20 Jan 2004 10:49:34 GMT

Searching for information on ancestor George STERLING, b. 1650-80, d. 08 Jan 1706, Berkley Co., SC. Wife, Mary_____, daughter Mary married Charles RUSSELL. Thank you, Patricia

PORCHER, FRANCIS YONGE

Ginny Brewton — 8 Feb 2002 12:21:13 GMT

I am trying to find the residence of Francis Yonge Porcher at the time of his death in 1862 in Charleston.

SC Orphanages from 1800's

judithgash — 28 Feb 2004 5:06:49 GMT

looking for information on the orphanages of SC in the 1800's.

Gordon/Belser Wedding

MaryGordonSmith — 15 Nov 2003 9:38:56 GMT

I just received some info on my ggggrandparents marriage in the Charleston Times, stating that William Edward Gordon, of Round O, married Catherine Ann Belser, of Charleston. The question I have, was the Round O a plantation/town/city??? Seems it would have been a plantation, but have never found anything about this in family records. Any help would be appreciated.
Thanks
Mary Gordon Smith

Tyson

llhispy — 30 Oct 2003 12:38:23 GMT

I* am looking for an Ann or Anne Tyson born around 1910 to 1915 and was from around Spartansburg. She came to Indianapolis, Indiana to give birth to a daughter that was put up for adoption. I am trying to find out medical info and if my mother would have any siblings. My mother was born on October 9, 1927. Any information is greatly appreciated.

Larry Hodson

Gordons of Charleston

MaryGordonSmith — 29 Oct 2003 3:01:02 GMT

I have posted this before, but maybe some new researchers might help. I am looking for my first Gordon here from Scot.

William Edward Gordon, Sr. b. mid 1700s in Scotland was said he d. 1817, but i have found him in 1820 census of Charleston, so i a rethinking the date. He lived in Charleston SC with his wife, Elizabeth Elliott. It was said that he was a physician in SC. They had a son;

William Edward Gordon, Jr. b. 1781 in Charleston d. Nov. 1832 m, 13 Dec 1803 Catherine Ann Belser. He was also a Physician in SC. They are buried in PonPon Chapel of Ease in Colleton SC. They had 4 children
1. Emma Louise Gordon
2. William F. Gordon
3. Caroline Matilda Gordon
4. Frederick Elliot Gordon (my gggrandfather)

Most of the later moved to Mobile AL
Any info would be appreciated

Sam Aleckson

erika_j51801 — 29 Oct 2003 4:34:47 GMT

I am searcing for the decendants of my great great great grandfather sam aleckson. he was born in 1852, son of a slave master and slave woman. I believe that he lived on the Dane plantation. His grandmother was Methodist and attended Old Cumberland, from what he states in his book she was a very religous women. He also stated in his book that his mother was of the St Clair type, thier neighbors were Pinckney, Legare, and Prescott. I think that they lived near st. michael's...any info please email me

erika
emjimene@usc.edu

LYNCH, Jonas

cootssi555555 — 8 Feb 2004 7:12:22 GMT

Looking for info on a Jonas Lynch b. abt 1705 in Charles Town, SC. Son of Capt. Johnson Lynch and Susanna Margaret Schulf.