Doremus - Family History & Genealogy Message Board

Re: Doremus

adoremus_1 — 2009-05-18 23:49:31Z

Hej!! I'm sure you know that this is a French Huegenot name and that there is a whole book about the geneology of everyone that was written in, like, 1896 or so.

Thanks so much for your interest and for doing this!

Andrea Doremus

daughter of Roy

son of Clarence

son of Marie

Re: Doremus Tavern & Revolutionary War

wilderrus — 2009-05-12 20:31:36Z

My two sons grandmother is Flora Doremus, I beleive from New Jersey, because she married Burton Wilder, from Hackensack, New Jersey. Please, let me know about opening of Doremus House. Thank You! My e-mail is: wilderrus@hotmail.com.

Dottie

Re: Doremus Tavern & Revolutionary War

wilderrus — 2009-05-12 20:30:46Z

Re: Doremus Tavern & Revolutionary War

klmindy — 2009-03-04 00:08:38Z

We now have restored the Dutch Stone Henry Doremus House - his brother Captain Thomas Doremus lived in the house after Henry. The house was built circa 1760.

Inviting all Doremus's and descendants of the Doremus family !!!

We will celebrate and have the ribbon cutting and official opening of the Henry Doremus House in Montville Township, NJ (Towaco section) Sunday, April 26.

Address is 490 Main or also known as Rt 202, Towaco, NJ 07082

The Henry Doremus House has recently been restored thanks to the New Jersey Historic Trust and the Morris County Historic Preservation Trust Fund. And it looks fantastic!!

We want all Doremus's and descendants of the Doremus family to come April 26 for a photo. Just think how neat it would be to have all these Doremus's in the yard surrounding the house.

We will have you sign in so we know who is who for the historic record.

Please come at 8:30 am and the group photo will be taken about 9:30am.
The ribbon cutting ceremony is at 10am
Tours of the house will be available after the ceremony.
The Outwater Militia will be there providing reenactment marches, camps, weaving, artillery, and clothing demostrations.

For questions please email kagofish@yahoo.com or call 973 394-0554

The Henry Doremus House is a circa 1760 Dutch American stone house that is significant for many reasons - see below

Architecturally
Original Dutch architecture with significant original architectural fabric
Jambless fireplace
House not altered or modernized
Never plumbed, electrified or heated

Historically
Where General George Washington and Alexander Hamilton stayed June 25-27, 1780
General Washington was accompanied by 40 aides and 2,000 troops while retreating after the Battle of Springfield
General Washington’s expense account notes a $40 payment to Mrs. Doremus of Pequannoc. (Montville Township was part of Pequannock Township until 1867.)
Washington issued 3 letters from the site (Alexander Hamilton wrote one) and received 9 letters there.
French General Rochambeau and troops rested in the orchards August 27, 1781 on march south to the Battle of Yorktown. They returned 1782.

National Register of Historic Places 1972
New Jersey Register of Historic Places 1972
Montville Township Local Register 1987
Crossroads of American Revolution Greenway

Re: David and Deborah Doremus/Closter, NJ (Bergen County)

emmy8176 — 2008-11-09 15:14:59Z

I have the Images of Closter & Alpine Book and there is a photo of the house at 269 Piermont Road it states "The David D. Doremus House, 269 Piermont Road. An earlier Greek Revival-style vernacular house in town was erected by carpenter David Doremus c. 1843. In addition to the characteristic features of this house type with entrance door, frieze and eyebrow windows, he also built a one-bay Greek Revival portico with a pediment. Doremus was a chosedn freeholder (1851-1853) in old harrington township. I have another older town book and will see if thre is any info in there, if you know where they are buried (and if it's close by) I can take a photo pf the grave for you if you would like

Re: David and Deborah Doremus/Closter, NJ (Bergen County)

EMMETT — 2008-11-09 02:13:45Z

Looking for any information, stories, photo's, etc on, David, Deborah, Herbert, Jessy, Abraham, Sarah and Cornelius Doremus of New Jersey.
CLSmith

Re: John Walter Doremus

Marilynn_Lake — 2008-10-27 02:19:02Z

I have information on John Walter Doremus. His wife was Marguerite Kennel. He was born in Shelton, NE. (not Sheldon)
on Nov 1, 1915. They had seven children. His parents were James Elmer Doremus born June 25, 1980 and Minnie Pozehl. They had 13 children, the fourth was John Walter. He would have been the nephew of my Grandmother Chloe Belle Doremus.
You may contact me at Mlake1@wi.rr.com
Who were your parents?

Re: John Walter Doremus

codyryansmom — 2008-10-26 23:46:38Z

He was born November 1 1915 in Sheldon, Buffalo county, Nebraska. He died January 19 1983 in Geneva, Fillmore county, Nebraska. His wife's maiden name was Kennel. I don't have any information on his parents. My family didn't ever speak of them.

Re: John Walter Doremus

stan1148 — 2008-10-26 14:36:58Z

John is a common name within the Doremus Family as is John with middle initial W. The minimum information needed would be his date of birth, what state born. Further help would be the maiden name of his spouse or parent's name.

With a quick check, I have two possibles born in Nebraska.

John Walter Doremus

codyryansmom — 2008-10-25 17:36:23Z

I am looking for John Walter Doremus relative information. This is my grandfather. I am looking for any information that anyone may have.

Re: Eugene Doremus

stan1148 — 2008-10-10 00:27:33Z

Isaac Doremus,
b. September 1808 Parsippany, Morris County, New Jersey
d. March 19, 1872 Parsippany, Morris County, New Jersey

m. Abt. 1830 Rockaway, Morris County, New Jersey

Mary Wingent/Mary Winget
b. April 25, 1811 New Jersey
d. December 04, 1860 Parsippany, New Jersey

Re: Elizabeth Willis-dau of John Willis & Rachel Doremus

stan1148 — 2008-10-10 00:19:42Z

What I have is John Willis and Rachel [Doremus] Willis. Three Children; Abraham b. 1762; Maria b. 1771; and John b. 1774.

Abraham m. Catrina Post with daug. Elizabeth b. 1806. Currently, Elizabeth Willis, b. 1806 m1. John Benjamin, but M2? may be Michael Moore?

Maria Willis, m. Johannes Storms with dau. Ragel b. 1789.

John Willis, m1. Margaret Packer with children; m2. Dorcas Ackerman

Elizabeth Willis-dau of John Willis & Rachel Doremus

cleoqfd — 2008-05-30 00:52:59Z

I am looking for the siblings and/or children of Michael Moore b. 1753 bapt Mar 14 1753 in NYC Ref Ch witnessed by Francis Moore & Hester Deay. His father was Michael Moore b. 1715 in Bergen Co NJ and his mother was Annaetje Dey. He had at least two siblings: Anna b 1743 Bapt Aug 7 1743 in Hackensack Ref Ch and Sara b. Jul 5 1751 bapt Aug 4 1751 in Schraalenburgh Ref ch. On May 20 1806 he and his wife, Elizabeth Willis, daughter of John Willis and Rachel Doremus, sold land along with the following people, presumably all people who are related: Abraham Willis of the Town of Paterson, and his wife, John Willis and Mary, his wife, John Storms and Mary, his wife, Cornelius Demarest and Sophia, his wife, all of Bergen County, and Ryer Demarest and Rachel, his wife, and Peter Willis and Elizabeth, his wife, of the City of New York. If anyone can make a connection, or has any information, on Michael Moore or his wife, Elizabeth Willis, please let me know

Re: Obitruary for Valeria Ada Doremus - 31 August 1905

maryachtrh — 2007-08-03 21:33:44Z

From "The Tishomingo News" 6 September 1905

E. B. Pugh received the sad information this morning of the death of his sister, Mrs. Dr. C. T. Doremus at Tishomingo. He left this afternoon for that place to attend the funeral. Dr. Doremus and family formerly lived in Ardmore. Ardmoreite

Obitruary for Valeria Ada Doremus - 31 August 1905

maryachtrh — 2007-08-03 02:47:34Z

Obituary appears in "The Tishomingo News" 6 September 1905 Johnston County, Indian Territory, Oklahoma

Mrs. Valeria Ada Doremus was born March 3rd 1861 and died August 31st 1905 aged 44 years. Her illness was long and severe but patiently and bravely borne in faith. She united with the Episcopal Church in early life, was a quiet, consistent Christina. In the home she was devoted to her family and was faithful in her duties. She leaves a husband and a daughter. Services were held at the cemetery conducted by Rev. Thomas Carey of the Presbyterian Church. Many friends assembled to pay their last respects to the memory of the departed. The singing was appropriate and sweet and after a short address the remains were laid to their last resting place.

Re: Lydia Doremus

charlesdoremus88 — 2007-07-17 01:01:30Z

1850 Ohio census showing John & Deborah A. having Christopher 18 Cornelius 16 Lydia 15 Harriot 11 Orsamus 9 This may or not help. Doremus

Re: Doremus

Partog — 2007-07-06 04:25:02Z

Hi,
My gg grandmother was Susan Reaumur Currey (nee Doremus) (1835 - 1908), who emigrated to Australia with her husband. According to some family research I have, her father was David (Davit) George (Joris) Doremus, b. 1798. His father was Joris Doremus (1751? or 1757?, who all lived around New Jersey / New York in the USA. The information I have seems to be little scrambled - does anyone have a definitive line that clarifies birthdates, dates of deaths / marriages for the above two ancestors.
Many thanks, in anticipation.

Re: David and Deborah Doremus/Closter, NJ (Bergen County)

Housetales — 2007-05-10 18:16:38Z

Thanks...they lived on Hickory Lane, off Piermont. But I was able to find a great-great-granddaughter and she filled in a lot of blanks--and had pictures! But I sure do appreciate your offer anyway....

Re: Doremus

2006-11-09 16:53:14Z

This is data in progress.

I am Showing Cornelis C. Doremus, b. October 10, 1767, d. June 10, 1817 m.Catherine Miller, b. August 23, 1769, d. May 30, 1847. Have some information on 13 Children. Showin other Spouse of Cornelis C. Doremus as Mary Speer, with 1 Child.

Re: Doremus

2006-11-06 10:09:11Z

I am of the same line as your Catherine Miller and Cornelius Doremus. Her father was Henry Miller but I cannot find his first wife who would be Catherine's mother by date of Catherine's birth. I have his second wife.
Of course, I have the Doremus line to way back. The Miller line is well recorded also back beyond Henry. I do not have the desc. of your line, but only of the Doremus line down to my mother.

Re: Doremus

2006-11-05 13:47:19Z

Marilynn,
With your Surname being Lake, the following might be some help.

CORNELIUS DOREMUS, a prominent lawyer of Hackensack and New York City, was born at Arcola, Bergen County, N. J., on the 22d of January, 1862, his parents being Jacob W. Doremus and Sophia E. Van Dien. He is descended in the fifth generation from Johannes (John) Doremus, who was born at Middleburg in the Island of Walcheron, in Zeeland, Holland. about 1698.

Mr. Doremus was married on the 6th of December, 1885, to Jennie M. Lake, of Mousey, N. Y., and their children are Florence L., born September 23, 1886, died July 25, 1887; Mabel, born June 14, 1888; and Nellie Budlong, born September 26, 1891

Re: Doremus

2006-11-05 01:28:39Z

What are you looking for? What are the birth and death dates of your Cornelius Doremus?

Art

Doremus/Pennell-Ohio

2006-08-16 02:17:49Z

Looking for information on James Doremus/Doramus
who married Clyde Pennell. as of 1910 they had one daugher names Jean Doremus/Doramus.

James was b. abt 1880. They married abt 1902.

Her Mother was Eugenia sometimes found Eugene Pennell maiden name was Douglas/Douglass.

Any information contact vontersch@msn.com

Re: Found info on Doramus/Doremus line

2005-11-16 05:06:23Z

What kind of information are you looking for? My great-grandpa's name is Peter A. Doramus. My grandfather's name was Frank Doramus, brother of Chancey. Uncle Tom lived in the Pocatello, Idaho area. My father's name is William A. Doramus. I would like to see the picture you have of Peter Doramus. We have a family picture of Peter and his family. A lot of Doramus' are in southern Idaho and also in Kansas. Please keep in touch. Thanks...always good to find family.

Re: Doremus Tavern & Revolutionary War

2005-06-05 05:11:11Z

Kathy,
When is the event?

Re: Frank S. Doremus

2005-06-05 05:08:09Z

Debbie,
You mention Frank as congressman and Michigan. Check what we have put together regarding Frank Ellsworth Doremus at:

http://www.tomstan.150m.com/news/FED/fed.html

Just some of his accomplishments:
* Established newspaper, 1885, "The Portland Review", at Portland, Michigan
* Congressman State of Michgan
* Head of National Democratic Committee 1913
* Mayor of Detroit

There were other notable Frank Doremus' during this time, one in Texas; Managing Editor Dallas Morning News and another in Georgia. Regarding Frank S. Doremus, might be Frank Stroud Doremus.

Anyone who can contibute historic or biographical information or identified pictures of family, contact me by email.
Regards,
Stan

Re: Frank S. Doremus

2005-03-25 17:10:02Z

Debbie, I'm not sure if this is my Frank. He married Mary Cline from Holgate and they had a son Matthew. They lived in Detroit where Mary died. Frank remarried and had between 6 to 8 more children. Let me know if anything connects. Thanks, Deb

Re: Frank S. Doremus

2005-03-25 17:06:24Z

Debbie,

Born 5/26/1894

NClark0546 — 2005-11-25 07:36:24Z

Looking for Children/grandchildren of "Aunt Mae", possibly in WA state. Married to Frank Doremus. Would like to compare and share family information.

Minnie Mae Doremus

NClark0546 — 2005-11-25 07:36:24Z

Correction, please contact me at Hmmnbrd22@aol.com.

Minnie Mae Doremus (Norma Sparks)

NClark0546 — 2005-11-25 07:36:24Z

Norma, I could not find an email address for you. You can contact me at Hmmnbrd22@aol.com. Will be waiting to hear from you. Nona

Minnie Mae Doremus (reply to Stacey Parker)

NClark0546 — 2005-11-25 07:36:24Z

Stacey, I am having trouble posting to Family History for some reason, if you have more than one response that is why. My husband is the grandson of Harold N. Clark, Minnie Mae's brother. Please contact me at Hmmnbrd22@aol.com. I have postcards from 1906 to 1913, between WA and MI family sent to Harold N. willing to share what information I have with you. Interested in Clark and Porter. Nona

David and Deborah Doremus/Closter, NJ (Bergen County)

BethPotter — 2006-04-09 00:55:31Z

Looking for descendants of David and Deborah Doremus of Closter, New Jersey, who famously died within hours of each other in January of 1892. I'm researching a house built by their son Cornelius in the late 1870s. Trying to find pertinent photographs, family stories, etc.

Chicago Daily News 1879 Oct 9th

lastonestanding — 2005-11-18 23:52:24Z

THE WOMAN WHO SHOT
An even better known representative of American womanhood sat near me at the Westmoreland hotel athe other day eating a bowl of soup. I knew the moment I looked at her that she was a woman with a history; no longer young her face bore traces of suffering which the powder which had been brushed over her could not conceal. A gray veil wich trimmed her round hat was brought down in graceful folds either side her face; slim, tall, and sensitive, with an air of morbid melancholy and acute sensibility, this woman was one that would be noticed anywhere. The waiters watched every movement she made, and DR.DOREMUS, who was eating his luncheon, appeared as intent upon her as though she were the object of a chemical analysis. After pushing the garcon his fees, she rose, and there was a rush among the waiters to open the door for her. "Who is it?" I asked. "That is Laura D. Fair, the woman who was tried for murder." I looked again and saw the woman in gray going slowly and alone across Union Square, which seemed all at once a sad and terrible place, full of the atmosphere of crime and suffering. Laura Fair has recently been lecturing at Chickering Hall on the subject of California, which must be a very wicked place indeed, if all she says is true. However, let us see what she will report of the East when she retraces her stops toward the Golden Gate.
N.Y.Cor. Pittsburgh Telegraph.
I have no other info on this ms.Fair, I just thought it was an interesting article for oct 9th of 1879. I would be interested in the whole story of her trial if anyone has it.
And since I live in wicked California I thought it quite a good article.

Chicago Daily News 1879 Oct 9th

lastonestanding — 2005-07-28 17:44:04Z

THE WOMAN WHO SHOT
An even better known representative of American womanhood sat near me at the Westmoreland Hotel the other day eating a bowl of soup. I knew the moment I looked at her that she was a woman with a history: no longer young, her face bore traces of suffering which the powder which had been brushed over it could not conceal. A gray veil which trimmed her round hat was brought down in graceful folds either side her face: slim, tall, and sensitive with an air of morbid melancholy and acute sensiblitlity, this womsn was one that would be noticed anywhere. The waiters watched every movement she made, and DR. DOREMUS, who was eating his luncheon, appeared as intent upon her as though she were the object of a chemical analysis. After pushing the attentive garcon his fees, she rose and there was a rush among the waiters to open the door for her. "Who is it?" I asked. "That is Laura D. Fair, the woman who was tried for murder." I looked again and saw the woman is gray going slowly and alone across Union Square, which seemed all at once a sad and terrible place, full of the atmosphere of crime and suffering. Laura Fair has recently been lecturing at Chickering Hall on the subject of California, which must be a very wicked place indeed, if all she say sis true. However, let us see what she will report of the East when she retraces her stops toward the golden Gate.
N.Y.Cor. Pittsburg Telegraph.

Myra Doremus and daughter Clarice E. Paterson, NY/NJ

jen350595 — 2005-05-04 17:22:35Z

I am trying to find any descendants of Myra (or Mira) Paterson nee Doremus b. about 1873, and her daughter Clarice E. Paterson b. about 1894. They can be found in the 1910 census living in Manhattan, NY. Myra is divorced and living with her parents, Cornelius b. 1843, and Clarissa O. Doremus b. 1844. Cornelius was President of a life insurance company by this time. The 1880 census has this family living in Union, Bergen, NJ. I believe that I'm a relative on the Paterson side, and would like, very much, to hear any information regarding this family.

Doremus Tavern & Revolutionary War

klmindy — 2005-04-28 18:21:53Z

The Doremus Family (Henry & Capt. Thomas) housed George Washington and Alexander Hamilton during the Revolution War. (June 25/26/27 1780
The house (called the Henry Doremus House) is one of the best preserved Dutch Stone houses in NJ. The house was never plumbed, electified or modernized. We are in the process of restoring it and will open it as a museum.
The Doremus Tavern stood across the street. Its license was held in the name of John, Cornelius and Goline Doremus.
George stopped on his way back after the battle of Springfield in Towaco, NJ (then called Pequannock NJ). Towaco is now part of Montville Twp.
Troops (lots of them) stayed at the tavern and in the fields. George was housed in the house across the street.
The visit is documented by a payment to Mrs Doremus for $40 in Washington's expenses.
in 1781Rochambeau marched by on his way to/from the last battle of the Revolution War. He had about 3/4,000 people with him. They camped in the orchard then.

Is anyone a descendant of this family?
We want to invite them to an event when we restore the house.
We also would like to find the Doremus Tavern Sign.
Anyone know its whereabouts?

Thank you,

Kathy Fisher
Pres - Montville Twp Historical Society

Doremus

Marilynn_Lake — 2006-11-05 01:22:38Z

Looking for family members of Cornelius Doremus of Doremus family of America. New contacts needed.

Re: Doremus

Marilynn_Lake — 2006-11-05 18:15:04Z

I have Cornelius Doremus dating back to 1767, married to Catherine Miller. My Gt. grandfather was John Miller Doremus, he was born in Indiana and married to Elizabeth Ann Sedam 1885 in Stromsburg, Ne. where they lived. I am always looking for more branches to add to the family tree.

Re: Doremus

Marilynn_Lake — 2006-11-05 18:08:33Z

Thank you for the information. I will follow up on the Lake /Doremus marriage. I am actually descended form John Miller Doremus my gt. grandfather. He was born in 1863 in Indiana and later moved to Shelton, Ne.

DOREMUS NAME IN FRANCE

jpdoremus — 2005-08-05 04:25:11Z

Am trying to trace the Doremus name or variation of same in France which is where my earliest ancestors I've traced so far were born. I have the name DeRheims which would suggest Rheims but nothing else to go on. Any information appreciated. Have no problem with e-mail.

Re: William Doremus son of Frank Doremus and Mary Cline

stan_doremus — 2005-03-13 00:24:26Z

This is what I am showing:
ORASMUS FRANKLIN DOREMUS (CORNELIUS W., JOHN MARTIN, CORNELIS C., CORNELIS JOHN, JOHANNES, CORNELIS, HENDRICK) was born December 25, 1861 in Pulaski County, Indiana, and died Unknown. He married (1) MARTHA ALICE LEWIS March 16, 1881 in Ottawa Lake, Michigan Lenawee and Monroe County Line. He married (2) MARY CLINE January 31, 1911 in St. Mary's Catholic Church, Holgate, Ohio.

This is not proofed, but would love to have confirmation if possible. Hope this helps.
Stan

Re: John Martin Doremus

sarahmac28 — 2006-05-17 21:10:30Z

My mother was a Doremus from Napoleon,OH. Her father was Frank Starr Doremus (d.1948 in Cinn.,OH) and I believe his father was John and his mother Elizabeth. Frank Starr was married twice, my mother was one of 4 children by his second wife Carrie Augenstein. I would appreciate any information that will help me track this side of my family.

Eugene Doremus

andieno — 2005-08-22 04:05:02Z

Looking for the parents of Eugene Irving Doremus.
He was married to Phebe Eckler. They were married in 1871.
He was born in 1848 and died in 1933.

Lawrence Doremus

andieno — 2005-08-15 18:03:53Z

Looking for the parents of Lawrence Atkins Doremus
who was born on Aug, 11, 1912.
His wife's name is/was Anatasia Major.

William Henry Doremus

tnyorks — 2005-05-20 02:20:01Z

Looking for William Henry Doremus b. 1866 married to Ladie Julia Weaver. They lived in Nashville, Davidson County, Tennessee in 1920's.

Re: Doremus Tavern & Revolutionary War

kymmie1894 — 2006-01-29 23:02:24Z

Kathy,
I may have a lead for you on the sign. In a book i have, printed in 1896, there is a footnote that reads.

His old tavern sign, having the effigy of an eagle, is preserved by his granddaughter, Mrs. Josiah P. Huntoon, of Patterson.

The footnote is in reference to the following.
Johannis kept a hotel at Doremustown. His will, dated March 14, 1821 was proved May 9, 1821: he is therin desvribed as "John Doremus, of Pequannock."
Let meknow what you find out!!
Kymberlee

Re: Doremus Tavern & Revolutionary War

kymmie1894 — 2006-01-28 08:02:19Z

Hi Kathy,
I am a member of this family line and would be most interested in any info you have to share about the Doremus family that was not printed in the book that was written about them (The Doremus Family in America) as well as sources you may have.
Would love to visit the house someday as well!
Please contact me as soon as it is convienent for you.
Sincerely,
Kymberlee Braun
Doremus generation # 11

Re: David and Deborah Doremus/Closter, NJ (Bergen County)

emmy8176 — 2007-05-10 15:55:53Z

Do you know where in Closter, I grew up there and so did my parents, great grandparents. I am more than happy to ask my grandparents if they were handed down any stories I would just need a street to go with the name

Lydia Doremus

bcnusoon1 — 2006-07-03 01:09:02Z

My gggrandmother was Lydia Doremus (1811-1865, most probably at least her last years were spent in northern NJ) She was married to Elija C (or S) Smith (1809 or 1810 to 1875). My great grandmother was their daughter Louisa Caroline Smith (1844 - 1909). I have no information about any other children from this union. Any information you have about this branch of the Doremus family would be greatly appreciated.