Texas - Family History & Genealogy Message Board

georgia perry carter

JFDavis2 — 1 Oct 2008 8:35:14 GMT

looking for descendants of georgia perry carter.
born june of 1910 in brazos county texas to
mattie galloway perry and george perry.
died april 29, 1958 in houston, texas.

mattie galloway perry philips

JFDavis2 — 1 Oct 2008 9:02:38 GMT

Mattie not found after the 1900 census.
What happened to her? Did she move? Did
she die?
What were her parent's names?

Year of birth 1870,Texas

letha frazier kinard

JFDavis2 — 1 Oct 2008 9:29:53 GMT

looking for descendants of letha frazier kinard
of philadelphia, pennsylvania.
born in south carolina in 1897.

parents: prisilla bugg and william frazier

lipford, sarah

JFDavis2 — 1 Oct 2008 9:19:20 GMT

sarah lipford last found on the 1900 census
in verdery,south carolina. when did she die
or did she leave the area? born around 1852
in south carolina.

mozel moragne

JFDavis2 — 1 Oct 2008 9:12:05 GMT

descendants of mozel or mosel moragne.
born july of 1914 in south carolina.
parents: lela lipford and wade moragne.
when did she die?

welborn perry

JFDavis2 — 1 Oct 2008 8:57:51 GMT

welborn perry died between 1925 and 1930
in Texas or Arizona. His wife was named
Carrie Belle. When and where did he die?

jane perry

JFDavis2 — 1 Oct 2008 8:50:37 GMT

Jane perry not found after 1910 census.
Born 1850 in alabama. Lived in Burleson or
Brazos County, Texas. Did she die or did
she leave the area?

cornelia dorsey davis

JFDavis2 — 1 Oct 2008 8:47:25 GMT

When did she die? Not found after the 1910 US
cunsus. She lived in Robertson County, Texas.
Born in louisiana around 1860.

georgia perry carter

JFDavis2 — 1 Oct 2008 8:21:54 GMT

looking for descendants of georgia perry carter.
born june of 1910 in brazos county texas to
mattie galloway perry and george perry.
died april 29, 1958 in houston, texas.

Rosharon, Sandy Point, Arcola

CanALily — 14 Dec 2006 3:10:39 GMT

I am still researching my family from these areas.

I have found a lot of information. If you are related to any of these surnames let me know, maybe we can help one another.

Cooks, Cooper, Thomas, Banks, Keys, Lundy, Mitchell, Cannon, Gibbs, Ross, Bates, Dawson, Nelson, Franklin, Warren, Willis, Bingham, Tigner

seeking McCalisters, Ratcliff, Granville, Brookins, Wingfields

swiley7018 — 11 Sep 2008 1:45:17 GMT

Seeking information on McCalisters, Ratcliff, Granville, Brookins, Wingfields. Most were located in Henderson County, Navarro County, and Kaufman County.

I have several probate records from the slave owner, Nat P. Coleman and William Ratliff that have the McCalister’s, Brookins and other additional individuals.

Gullatt/Gullatte, Byrd, Day in Texarkana Texas

mamiafia — 8 Mar 2008 5:49:40 GMT

I'm descended from Thurman Gullatt b. Louisiana and ? Foster. Thurman married Lorene Byrd b. Texas, daughter of Frank and Lillian Byrd. Thurman's father was George (Governer) Gullatt b. Georgia who migrated (probably with his owner) to Jackson or Bienville Counties, LA.

Nedd info. on Wheatfall family

jessssieeth — 14 Aug 2008 11:24:01 GMT

I would like any information on The late Frank woodrow and Erma Woodrow and Ellen White, Ellen father was W.Wheatfall, some cousin name were Tyree,Harry,and Ely all of Tex. maybe Waller County or Grimes County, the family is not sure.

Shears Family of Nacogdoches,Texas

chocolateice — 13 Dec 2007 4:54:06 GMT

I am searching the whereabouts of the above person(s) families who lived in the Nacogdoches area or still do today. Amos Henderson Sr, father and mother were: Janie Henderson (not sure of maiden name) and Joe Henderson from Louisana as listed on the 1910 Census of Nacogdoches, Texas. Both parents had many children living in the areas from 1910 to 1930. From a book in my public library, I came across two Henderson's family members Amos, Sr and Amos, Jr. Both died one year apart. Amos Jr. become a minister in the COGIC and started the Davis COGIC in Nacogdoches, Texas. His father Amos,Sr also started a church in the Forest, Sweet Union Community, Cherokee County, Texas in the 1950. His wife name: Eula Mae Horn. His brother was named C.V. Henderson. He became the first Black County Commissioner for the State of Texas. He and his wife had ten children. The articles of Amos, Sr does not mention his father name or mother name, but it does mention that his father had 76 arces of land in Nacogdoches, Texas. On the Amos Jr side, he had four children: Michael Anthony Henderson, Jacqueline Henderson, Almaire Henderson, Lonwanna Michelle Henderson. They are all connected to Janie Henderson and Joe Henderson and my great-great grandmother Sarah Ann Alexander who was married to William Alexander on March 7, 1897.

From the 1900 Census of Nacogdoches, Texas it shows Janie Roberts or Jane Roberts listed as a stepchild born 1883. I am not sure where she was born, it does state Texas. Also, on my great-great grandmother (Sarah Ann Hancock or Sarah Ann Roberts) not sure of her maiden name (the children are listed as Roberts from the 1910 census.) On the birth certificate of Milton Alexander born on June 2, 1905, it shows Sarah Hancock as the maiden name, but on marriage license of William Alexander and Sarah it states Roberts. Here are the names of the children listed on the 1900 cenus under Alexander and Roberts: Mattie Elizabeth Alexander, Cornelia Alexander, Jennie Alexander, Jane Roberts, Lewis Roberts, Liza Roberts, Annie Roberts, Otto Roberts, Amanda Roberts. I can't locate many of the younger children on the 1910 Census. (Milton Alexander my grandfather listed on the 1920 census with Sarah and her grandchildren living in Dallas, Texas. Also, can't located Milton Alexander on the 1910 Census.) Sarah Ann Alexander died in Dallas, Texas on May 10, 1942. The informant and signer on her death certificate was Maragret Wells a granddaughter. Both Sarah's daugthers and son lived in Dallas, Texas and died in Dallas, Texas. They were: Mattie Elizabeth Porter on 4/5/1976 and Annie Linthecum on 8/16/1967 and Milton Alexander on 11/29/1980 (grandfather) Cornelius Porter was the son Mattie Porter who died on Aug 2, 1988 - Dallas, Texas. His sons are Raymond Earl Porter and Samuel Maurice Porter of Dallas, Texas whose mother is Doris Juanita Harris. Both Cornelius and Juanita were married on 7/30/1943 - Dallas, Texas. Cornelius Porter also married Mattie Mae Davis - 12/30/1955 - Dallas, Texas.

Marvin Milton Alexander is my father (can't locate him on the 1930 Census). His mother and father were Rosa Lee Manor from Austin and Texas Milton Alexander. My father sisters: Doris Leatrice Alexander and Ernestine Gillis from a previous marriage.

If you can help me locate or give me information about the family members from the 1910, 1920, 1930 Cenuses and the living relatives, I would appreicate it so much. Thanks.

Amos Henderson and Jr, Alexander, Roberts, Porter, Davis, Shears, Linthecum, Horns of Nacogdoches, TexasTexas

chocolateice — 13 Dec 2007 4:39:15 GMT

Sheppard Obituary

jessssieeth — 12 Aug 2008 4:17:48 GMT

Will someone please help me find the obituary for Ilma Sheppard it was posted in the houston texas post on Dec.21-1961, I've been searching for a long time with no luck. Thanks

Masseys from Athens texas

sjb3931 — 7 May 2002 2:15:39 GMT

Does anyone out there know any of the Masseys of Athens Texas???

Athens, Texas Henderson County

ellinoreharris — 23 Jul 2008 2:52:38 GMT

Looking for descendants of Abraham Royall and Clarissa Andrews from Athens, Texas..They had eleven children:
Frank 1863 m. Seyene Manion Huston
John D. 1865 m. Carrie Anderson moved to Oklahoma
William m. Louise Moore
Amanda m. Jim Albright
Texana m. Willie Grace (Groce) m. Tonnie Massey
Malinda m. Enick Lewis
Lucy Ann m. Wiley Richardson - Moved to Oklahoma
Dan m. Nancy McIntyre - moved to Oklahoma
Joseph S. m. Paralee Griggs moved to Oklahoma

The 2008 Royall Reunion is August 8-10 in Athens.. I'll check back often to see if anyone wants to come...

Binghams of Rosharon, Sandy Point area

CanALily — 14 Dec 2006 3:24:15 GMT

My brother is the 2nd great grandson of Francis Bingham, one of the Austin 300. John Charles Bingham was his grandfather. We are researching his family history. Any information will be greatly appreciated.

MANOR SLAVEHOLDERS - TRAVIS, TEXAS

chocolateice — 8 Jul 2008 8:22:17 GMT

My great-great-great grandfather was a slave with the Manor family. He came to Travis County between 1835-1840 with the slaveholder Manors from Tenn. If you know of their history, please let me know.

Washington Plantation slave names - Travis County, Texas

Kevin_McLaren — 26 Aug 2004 5:59:34 GMT

My great-great grandfather, Thomas Pratt Washington (1806-1873), brought 50 to 60 slaves with him when he moved from Alabama to Texas in 1845. At the close of the Civil War, he owned 106. I've got a listing of over 50 of them by name, with most having the surnames they assumed after freedom. Their wives/husbands/children are noted in some cases, too.

This might be helpful for some and I'd be happy to share the list.

Sessions family

jessssieeth — 19 Apr 2008 5:00:05 GMT

I am looking for any info.or family member of Eddie Sessions or Ellen Turner Sessions from Rusk Texas

slaves owned by Col. David Rice

g.fay — 13 Mar 2003 9:49:24 GMT

Please if anyone knows about records that would give names or dates.They would be about 1860 or a couple of years befor.
Col. Rice I believe had three children whose mother was a slave.
He took this woman and the children to Stone Co. Mo. I would like to find out what her name was and what happened to her.

searching for Fannie (Mitchell) Brown

blk3953 — 5 Feb 2008 7:57:06 GMT

I'm looking for information regarding Fannie (Mitchell) Brown (also known as Frances or Francis). I know that she was born in 1875 in Georgia and died 1946 in Texas, possibly in Smith County (where she is buried). Family history reveals that she was murdered by the boyfriend/husband of a relative, but I've been unable to get a death certificate for Fannie. She and her husband, Pink (1872-1952) are buried in Center Cemetary in Tyler, TX.

Also, if anyone could confirm either the names of Fannie's parents, or of any of her siblings, that would help me tremendously. I have a potential lead on her family in the 1880 Census, but I haven't been able to verify the lead.

Thanks in advance for any help you can provide.

Wiergate Texas

jessssieeth — 15 Jun 2008 6:20:34 GMT

I am looking for anyone that went to high school in Wiergate Tex. around 1964 or 1965. Norma J.Adam would like pic. she was born in James Town Texas.

Re: DCnatural concerning Seymour Smith

dharris500 — 9 Jun 2008 11:38:19 GMT

I'm responding to a message from DCnatural stating that you have information on the parents of Seymour Smith.Seymour Smith was born in Texas in 1875.I would appreciate any information that you are willing to share concerning him.Are we talking about the same Seymour Smith?

Hunts of Flannin, TX

MsJHyde — 9 May 2008 8:13:30 GMT

I am trying to find some information on my uncle family. His name was Reese or Reece Hunt and his parents were Robert and Willie Mae(Robinson)Hunt.On his birth certificate, it says he was born in Flannigan County, Texas. Was there a Flannigan County in Texas? I have searched the internet and can't find anything. I did find Flannin County, TX, but no luck.

Epperson Hughes, Has Anyone Any Info on Him?

sonofedd — 14 May 2008 11:39:51 GMT

I have a 1870 Census of a young man named Epperson Hughes in PCT 1. He's 12 years old in 1870, birth abt. 1858, born in South Carolina. He was living with my ggg grandfather and grandmother Ed and Rosetta Hughes, Rosetta and her daughter Scharlott/Charlotte were from South Carolina as well.

I'm trying to find info on him, if anyone has any info on him or may be a descendant of him, I would like to get in contact and find any information I can.

Sessions and Turner family from Ruck Texas

jessssieeth — 20 Apr 2008 10:49:21 GMT

Thanks thanks,that is a big help,I can not find the death record of Eddie dad his name was Charlie Session,Eddie mom name was Arena Sessions, Ella Turner Sessions dad name was Jim Turner,her mom name was Mary Jane Turner.No records on her.

William James Cole-Slave Owner>MS

step2txagain — 16 Apr 2008 8:28:59 GMT

I am looking for information on WILLIAM JAMES COLE in Chickasaw Co., MS. DIV. 1 He is listed in the 1860 Slave Census.In the 1860 Census it list him as W.J. COLE age 47 and others listed with him were:

John Cole NC.18
William Cole MS.16
Antoinette Cole MS.13
JOE COLE MS.10
Burrel Cole MS.10
James Cole MS.9
Thomas Cole MS. 8
Irving Cole MS. 7
Andrew Cole MS. 4
I'm wondering where his wife was? Also on the Slave Schedule it shows a Male 10 years old. I'm trying to get a copy of W. J. Cole's Will to see if it list the names of his slaves. I'm thinking this may be my JOE COLE since one of the boys listed on the census with him is also Joe Cole age 10. Any help is greatly appreciated!

parents of my great grandfather Seymour Smith

dlh1962 — 8 Apr 2008 8:01:21 GMT

I'm searching for the names and birth places of Seymour Smith's parents.Seymour Smith was born in Angelina,Texas around 1875. His wife's name was Alice Hanks Smith.

parents of: Willie Harris born about 1869 in Texas

dlh1962 — 9 Apr 2008 2:33:37 GMT

I'm searching for the parents of Willie Harris in either Hardin or Jasper county.Willie was married to Lydia Jane Bean. They had one son named Will Hardy Harris born in Lumberton,Texas in 1914.I would also like to know when Willie Died. I once heard that he may have died in a mental institution in Rusk,Texas years ago.

parents of ;Husband and wife : Robert and Katie Hanks from Texas

dlh1962 — 9 Apr 2008 12:39:37 GMT

I'm searching for the parents of Robert Hanks born in 1852 and his wife's parents, Katie Hanks born in 1852.I'm mainly searching for the first and last names of their parents and their place of orgin. Robert and Katie had five children. Alice A. Hanks born 1877,Charles N. Hanks born 1878,Adaline Hanks born 1881,Shepherd Hanks born 1882,and Bertha Hanks born 1896.

Decendants of Jerry Bean born in Texas in 1844

dlh1962 — 8 Apr 2008 9:21:25 GMT

I'm searching for any decendants of Jerry Bean,his wife's name was Emeline. They had a daughter name Lydia J. Bean, who was my grandmother. She had a son name Will Hardy Harris he was my father.

parents of my great grandfather Seymour Smith

dlh1962 — 8 Apr 2008 8:03:48 GMT

I'm searching for the names and birth places of Seymour Smith's parents.Seymour Smith was born in Angelina,Texas around 1875. His wife's name was Alice Hanks Smith.

woodson and davis family in west columbia tx-brazoria county

hcurtis344 — 1 Mar 2008 3:14:32 GMT

Trying to find anyone that would have information on elnora and richard davis and mack and ernest woodson

COLE family in BURLESON CO., TX

step2txagain — 29 Feb 2008 6:29:15 GMT

I am looking for any info on Joe Cole b. 1850 MS. m. to Josephine Robertson b. 1862 TX. d. 1954. TX. They were married in 1879 in BURLESON CO., TX. I know they had 10 children. I am missing four of the childrens names. Also looking for DOD on Joe.

Children:
1.Robert Cole
2.Pearlie Cole
3.Alonzo Cole
4.Edward Cole
5.Cora cole
6.Joseph Cole, Jr.

Thank you for your help in advance.
cwcritters@sbcglobal.net

African Americans in BURLESON CO., TX. (TUNIS)

step2txagain — 29 Feb 2008 6:18:48 GMT

I am looking for any info on the following names:

Elight (Ligey) Tate(s)b. 1880 TX.m. Rachel Allen
Clark Allen ( Allin)b. 1866 Iowa m. Louisa Wilson
Hale Allen ( Allin)b. 1860 MS. m. Sallie Gaines
Sallie (Sally) Allen (Allin)b.1893 TX.
Auston (Austin) Williams b. 1878 TX. m. Rachel Allen Tates
Jerry Wilson VA. m. Lucinda? from AL.
They all were living in Burleson Co., TX. I am looking for probate records,death records and marriage records on them.

Thank you,
cwcritters@sbcglobal.net

Alexander, Roberts, Linthecum, Henderson (Nacodgoches, Dallas, Texas)

chocolateice — 25 Jul 2007 2:54:15 GMT

I am searching for relatives that may have lived in the nacogdoches, texas and may have moved on to Dallas, Texas 1910. My grandfather was named William Alexander born 1849, Georgia. My great-grandmother was born in Texas July 15, 1861 or 1862. I did find them listed on the 1900 Census living in Nacodgoches, Texas. But I can't find the family members anywere on the 1910 Census. On the 1900 Census it shows my Sallie Alexander and William with 11 children. My great-grandmother had three children by him and the rest by someone else. My grandfather was born 1905 which I can't find him on the 1910 census nor my great-grandfather as deceased as my grand mother stated on her death certificate. It shows Roberts as the children last names, but I am not sure. If you can help me locate them..I would appreciate your service. Thanks.

marriage certificate for Andrew WATTS and Manda MELTON

blk3953 — 16 Feb 2008 5:27:35 GMT

hello everyone. on the same page as the marriage certificate for my 3rd great grandparents Simon & Jane (BLACKWELL) EVANS is one for Andrew & Manda (MELTON) WATTS. if anyone has a connection to this couple, please contact me so i can send a copy of it to you.

death certificate for Miles DURDEN

blk3953 — 16 Feb 2008 4:51:02 GMT

hello everyone. while going through some of my files, i came across a partial photocopy of a death certificate for Miles DURDEN of Navarro County. i got this information while looking up a certificate for a relative. to my knowledge, i'm not connected to Miles, but if anyone is looking for information on this person, please contact me, and i'll share with you what i have.

African-American Mackeys of Texas

SkgMarsh — 14 Feb 2008 1:25:19 GMT

I am searching for african-american decendants of the Mackey family that originated out of Fayette county, Texas.

Hoping to Find Marriage Records of Edd Hughes and Katie Isley

sonofedd — 12 Feb 2008 1:08:16 GMT

I'm searching for the marriage date of Edd Hughes and Katie Isley.

Ed was born abt. (Apr?) 1877-78, in Harrison Co., Texas.
Katie was born between 1880 and 1887, in Stanford/Stafford, Greene/Yell County, Arkansas.

Katie's family moved to Waco, McLennan County, Texas, where she grew up and met Ed.

According to 1900 Rockwall Co. PCT 3 Census, Ed was a boarder and single.

I have not found any census records of Katie before 1910, Katie married at age 14, she and Ed were living in Terrell, Kaufman Co., Texas when they had their first child in 1902.
According to 1910 Rockwall Co. PCT 3 Census, Ed and Katie had been married for 9 years, and this was Edd's second marriage (M2).

I found Katie's Texas death index, I'm hearing conflicting stories that she was 104 years old when she died, which would push her birth year to 1880 or '81, and put her marriage year in 1894 or '95. The conflict continues as Edd was 10 years older than Katie, which would make her birth in 1887.

Can Somebody Help Me Please?

Family Search, Johnson & Sanders

tanderson245 — 8 Feb 2008 9:49:44 GMT

Looking for information on Johnson Family in Hopkins County (Joseph and Rebecca & children) and Dock and Jane Sanders & children (found on the 1880 census report for Upshur County).

searching for Tom Calhoun

blk3953 — 5 Feb 2008 8:44:44 GMT

I'm looking for information on Tom Calhoun of Navarro and/or Ellis counties. Tom was the husband of Laura (Moss) Calhoun. They married in the mid-1880's (possibly 1886), and they had at least 4 children (Phillis, Anna, Harriett, and Arthur). Laura is listed as a widow on the 1900 Census, so Tom passed away sometime between 1892 and 1900.

A potential relative of Tom Calhoun is Sam/Samuel Calhoun, who married the former Josephine Ingram and had several children with her, including Wilbur Calhoun (died in the mid-1990's), a confirmed relative who owned a funeral home and oversaw the burial of several of our relatives. If I can confirm that Tom and Sam are related, I'll be able to move a little further with my research. Any help will be most appreciated.

Researching Great Grandfather Robert Johnson

sonofedd — 31 Dec 2007 6:55:42 GMT

African American

name Robert Johnson

Born around 1900

He married Hanna Hughes in Texas

They had five children

Annie Mae
Helen Ruth
George
Georgia
Lawerence

Robert either divorced Hanna or died in the 1940's or 50's

Sarah Ann Hancock - Sarah Ann Roberts -Sarah Ann Alexander- Nacogdoches, Texass

chocolateice — 13 Dec 2007 4:55:13 GMT

Cornelius Porter Family Members in Dallas, Texas

chocolateice — 13 Dec 2007 4:53:22 GMT

George Gayle & Minnie Washington - Victoria County, Texas

907016 — 12 Dec 2007 3:46:58 GMT

George Gayle Jr. was born in Texas to George Gayle Sr. and Miss Ann Brown. Both his parents were born in Texas. . . .

George Gayle Jr. is listed with his family in the 1900 Census of Victoria County:
1. Head - George Gayle (Gale) 37 TX
2. Wife - Anna Gayle (Gale) 38 TX
3. Dau - Mandy Gayle (Gale) 17 TX
4. Son - George Gayle (Gale) 14 TX - about 1886
5. Dau - Savanah Gayle (Gale) 10 TX
6. Silvester Gayle (Gale) 9 TX . . . .

In the 1910 Census of Jackson County, Texas:
1. Head - George Gayle 50 TX
2. Wife - Ann Gayle 46 TX
3. Son - George Gayle 20 TX - about 1890 - Single
4. Son - Sylvester Gayle 17 TX . . . . .

In the 1920 Census of Victoria County, Texas:
1. Head - George Gayle 30 about 1890 TX - married
2. Wife - Minnie 20 about 1900 TX
3. Son - Jessie Gayle 2 TX
4. dau - Gracie Gayle 1/2 TX . . .

And in the 1930 Census of Victoria County, Texas:
1. Head - Julian Gayle (Gale) 27 - Widower - Male TX
2. son - Jessie Gayle 12
3. dau - Gracie Gayle 11
4. dau - Willie G. Gayle 9
5. dau - Annie P. Gayle 7
6. son - Lee R. Gayle 5
7. son - Albert G. Gayle Jr. 3 1/2 . . . . .

Parents of George Gayle Jr. and Sylvester Gayle died - -
George Gayle died in 1948 Victoria County, Texas, and
their mother Ann Gayle died in 1932 same county. . .

Does anyone know where George Gayle Jr. settled? When he died? Who his children married? . . .

Thank you for any information.

Pearl lewis-Oakwood, Texas

sjb3931 — 7 May 2002 2:15:39 GMT

Looking for those who know or know of Pearl Lewis who had lived in Oakwood, texas

Africana Heritage Project Seeking Descendants from Drayton Family Plantations

toniheadr — 10 Aug 2007 3:25:16 GMT

Hi Everyone,

It's Toni Carrier from the USF Africana Heritage Project, writing to report that the Magnolia Plantation Foundation in Charleston, SC, is funding a project for us to conduct research in Drayton family papers, to reconstruct the family lineages of enslaved communities on Drayton family plantations.

This is the first time a former slaveholding family has ever undertaken or funded genealogical research in their family papers. We are profoundly grateful to them, and we would like to hear from descendants. The Drayton family held plantations in South Carolina, Georgia, Florida and Texas.

You can read about this groundbreaking research at the follwing URL:

http://www.africanaheritage.com/Lowcountry_Africana.asp

If you know or feel that your family has roots on Drayton family plantations, please do contact us. We would like to welcome you to the group and learn about your family's history.

You can contact us at toniheadr@aol.com or info@africanaheritage.com

Best and Peace,
Toni
www.africanaheritage.com

Wm Alexander listed on the 1900 Census - Nacogdoches, Texas

chocolateice — 29 Nov 2007 2:16:39 GMT

I have been trying to locate more information on my great-grandfather William Alexandder who was born in Georgia 1850. I did see my great-grandfather listed on the 1900 Census married to Sarah Ann Roberts (listed on their marriage license March 1897- Nacogdoches, Texas. born in Texas) After the 1900 census, 1910 Census does not show my grandfather listed with his wife Sarah Ann Alexander living in Dallas, Texas only her daughter Annie Alexander listed on the 1910 census. Also, her younger children not listed either. I did find one of her daughter living in Nacogdoches as Janie Henderson married to Joe Henderson. They had several children. I could not find information on her when she died nor her husband. Janie and Joe are shown on the 1910, 1920, 1930 census. Also, I am having trouble with 1900 census which shows the stepchildren of Sarha Ann Alexander and WM Alexander (william) as Roberts. As I searched the many census looking for the Roberts (especially) the men military records - WWI - nothing came up. If you can help me...please do. Thank you.

Boy(D) families of Cass-Morris County

dunb92 — 25 Nov 2007 5:04:56 GMT

Researching Mabe Boy(D) born abt 1845 in Georgia. I find him in the 1870 census with wife Harriett and children, Ranson or Ransom, Archie,Cato& Henry. Harriett dies abt 1879. Mabe marries Lou Franklin abt 1886 and has 11 or more chilren with her.
If anyone else is researching these families any information would be apprecated.

Gilcrease family in Colorado County, Texas

bgant — 8 Feb 2006 3:53:17 GMT

I am hoping to find info on the following Gilcrease (s):
Great grandfather Charlie Gilcrease DOB 1875 (may have had brothers) brothers- names possibly General Gilcrease of Fort Bend Cty, Daniel Gilcrease lived in Columbus (may have children). I am looking for information on any African American with the Gilcrease surname in these areas. Migration was from Oklahoma, Louisiana, possible origins from Florida. My grandfather was herbert Gilcrease DOB 1905, he married Alene Hill (Columbus, Texas) Any information would be appreciated-My information might help as well. Thanks, Nb

Africn-American Decendants of Fayette County

SkgMarsh — 14 Jun 2007 7:23:25 GMT

Searching for any african-american decendants of the Fayette, Bastrop and Colorado County areas who are researching their ancestors. Particularly interested in those families that came from the La grange, West Point Plum, Smithville, Columbus and Wiemer areas.

Hawthorne

jessssieeth — 16 Oct 2007 11:22:15 GMT

I am looking for anyone from Jasper Texas or Newton Texas that is related to the late Ben or Martha Hawthorne from Newton Texas

Nellie Jane Parker

TammieRedus — 1 Oct 2007 11:19:20 GMT

I'm looking for any information about my grandmother's birth.I know she was born in lovelady texas in 1908 and I know the month and day as well but I can't find a record of her birth.I would be grateful for any help or suggestions.

gipson

karenbennett47 — 21 Aug 2007 5:46:27 GMT

looking for any childen of joe gipson jr. from elcampo,whartn county,texas i am his olderst child .just tring to find my step sister and brother if any.

Looking for Lula Minter and Willis Woods

dumples19 — 17 Aug 2007 5:13:33 GMT

I'm looking for anyone who may know information about Lula Minter and Willis or William Woods...Lula was born around 1878, and Willis around 1866. They were married in Tyler County, TX. They were both of African American descent, although I did read once that Willis was Mulatto.

Anyone who may know of them, please contact me! I'm stuck.

Marvin Milton Alexander and Rebecca Louise Patton

chocolateice — 25 Jul 2007 3:11:44 GMT

I can not find the place nor the date where my mother and father were married. I know from his military record he was married. I did go to the Dallas Hall of Record and no record was in their possesion. Both parties did live in the Carrollton, Texas area from 1930-1955.

Rebecca Louse Patton 8-21-1921, OK
Mother Maiden Name: Carrie Louise Langford
Father: Henry P.C. Patton - Feb. 10, 1886
Marriages:(Booth 2nd marriage) Patton (1st marriage)

Marvin Milton Alexander 8-23-1925, Dallas, Texas
Father :Milton Alexander 6-2-1905, Dallas, Texas
Mother: Rosie (Rosa) Manor 1-6-1906, Austin, Texas

ELLIS and COTTON - Houston County

athenian_1 — 8 Jul 2007 12:53:32 GMT

I am researching the ancestors and descendants of Henry Ellis and Isabella Cotton. I know about their daughter Mary Belle and I think they had a son named Samuel. Any and all information would be greatly appreciated.

Cherokee County

demetruis33patrick — 11 Jun 2007 5:57:46 GMT

I believe my ggrandfather Alonzo Patrick b.1869-1871 origins are located in Palestine,Texas.The 1930 census has him listed as Lonzo Patrick instead of Alonzo.I'm having a difficult time locating him in the 1870&1880 census.My ggrandfather has a mixed heritage maybe that is why I'm having such difficulty of locating him.If any one can help in these matters I'll welcome it.Thank you!

Johnson Higgins--great great grandfather.

ClaraSmith72 — 30 Oct 2001 5:08:43 GMT

I am trying to leave some history to my grandchildren regarding this very colorful man; whom believing who is telling the story was the father of 25 children. He lived in a small community in Brazoria County, TX, called "Higgins Settlement". It is believed that he and another Higgins entered from Georgia. In the same community there is another set of Higgins, that are not actually related to us. This is what I have been told, though the relationships were never done that way. To add more mystery to my gg grandfather it is believed that he was half white. He was also a minister. He deeded land to St. Paul Baptist Church in Higgins Settlement to have a cemetary and a church. The cemetary is called St. Paul Cemetary. If anyone is familiar with my family please email me. He was married to Minerva--I do not know what her maiden name was. However they lived in Higgins Settlement until their death.
A little more help--my grandfather was Timothy "Timp" Higgins. He was married to Mary Dennis Higgins. My father is T. H. Higgins, Jr. also of Higgins Settlement.

Ricks ancestors

scwashi — 6 Feb 2005 10:06:36 GMT

Looking for info related to my great grand father & mother. Their names are Ike/Isaac Ricks married Angeline Sunny. I am not sure if Angeline was african american or native american (family rumor). I have found Ike on the 1870 census index, but have not yet been able to get to the actual census information. At that time he showed as 49 yrs age. They lived in Palestine Tx, Anderson county. If you have any info on Ike or Angeline it would be appreciated. Thanks much...

HOLLEY/WALKER Houston Co., Lovelady, Texas

raineytiffany — 24 Jan 2004 8:27:03 GMT

Searching for any information regarding Nancy WALKER. 1880 census, Houston Co., Fodice or Fodias, TX, show that Nancy WALKER, d.o.b 1857(age 23) was born in Mississippi, unknown county. It is believed that Nancy was a slave, sold to a plantation in Houston Co., Lovelady, TX. Nancy WALKER had 13 children by Lazaurs HOLLEY or HOLLY, d.o.b 1850, mulatto, from Alabama.
Laz's father, slave owner, Albert HOLLEY, d.o.b 1828, migrated to Houston, Co., Pennington, Tx, shown on 1860 Census from Alabama. He brought 137 slaves with him to Texas.
Nancy also had a sister, Darcus or Dorcus WALKER. Darcus was sold to a plantation in Fairfield, TX. Researching other surnames BERRY, WOOTEN, TERRY, MILLS, and ONEIL. Please contact me asap if you have any information.
Any information that you have to help fill in the blanks is needed. Email me at rainetiffany@hotmail.com
Thank you,
Tiffany

Cass and Marion County, Texas

CDoutherd — 25 Jan 2006 2:42:11 GMT

I'm researching the HODGE surname. In Cass and Marion County, Texas, there was a large HODGE plantation. Along with the HODGE surname, I'm also researching LEMONS surname.

My gg grandparents were Isom HODGE and Jane LEMONS Hodge. They had 15 children, 10 of which lived to majority by the 1900 Census in and around Cass County.

Two of the daughters I'm researching, one married John W. Hammond (Bettie HODGE); and Myria (or Maria) Hodge, unknown status.

Any help would be appreciated.

Thank you,
CDoutherd

Need help researching Slave Records

khathutshilamba — 18 Feb 2006 12:13:22 GMT

I have been conducting research on a slave owning
family with the surname Whitaker (Robert F.
Whitaker)for over 10 years. So far I have been able to
trace the family from Greene County, Illnois to Bastrop
and Red River Countries, Texas from about 1810 through
1889. I have an approximately date on when the family
migrated to Bastrop County, Texas (1834-1835), however
I am having difficulty in locating any records
verifing when they purchased their first enslaved
African (my ggg grandmother) which occurred between 1835-1840. I have looked at the county records (deeds, wills, probate and tax records) in Bastrop County, Texas.

Need assistance on how to proceed.

Barnett

wilderad — 19 Feb 2007 1:37:09 GMT

Would you have any information of slaves who settled in Alabama with the name Barnett?

descendants of GANN family

7armadillos — 15 Feb 2007 4:19:38 GMT

looking for descendants of the GANN family

McKellom Death Certificate Request

Mickiboop04 — 26 Jan 2007 5:39:08 GMT

I am requesting help in getting a copy of my great aunt's death certificate. Another researcher sent the following death index information to me, but I lost contact with her before asking her to send me a photocopy:
Mattie McKellam (McKellom) died 11/18/1928, in Bryan, TX, daughter of Pollie Symms, buried Roans Chapel, (Note spelling of surname)
* Death record shows that she died in Bryan, Brazos County, TX certificate #46715.
If anyone is able to help me, please send a reply.
Thanks in Advance,
Michelle

Lockett, Waller,Anthony,Lacy line in Texas

Gwen — 30 Mar 2006 12:41:19 GMT

I am currently researching the above lines arriving in Texas from Ga, Miss,La,Okand La.during the 1870/now.
Some family lived in Harrison County ,Dallas County, Kilgore and other areas in Texas.
Thanks any help /replys to this posting will be appreciated.
Thanks

Riddle-Orviss Grayson, TX Marriage Lookup

rcriddle — 14 Dec 2006 4:11:30 GMT

Researching African-American descendants of Henry Riddle from Cumberland and Buckingham counties in Virginia. Looking for a marriage record of Agnes "Vivian" Orviss (1880 Walker, TX to 1948 CA) to Robert James Riddle (1875 VA to 1943 Grayson, TX). Agnes was the daughter of Rev G.B. Orviss of Walker County, TX and the mother of Gladys Riddle Hampton.

African American, Riley Sutton

Dale — 20 Apr 2002 1:34:23 GMT

Trying to get any information on my wife's great grandfather, Riley Sutton. According to family he was born in TX (where is unknown) sometime between 1870 and 1880. He later moved to Alexandria (Rapides Parish), LA. I have located him in the 1910 and 1920 LA census. He is listed as mulatto. According to family, he was probably half African American, half Native American.
There is a possibility that Riley may not have been his first name, although it is the name he used. We have a suspicion he may have come from the general Houston area. Any information on African American Suttons who had a son born in that time frame would be appreciated.
Thank you.

robinson -franklin family

deana — 20 Oct 2006 1:21:41 GMT

IM RESEARCHING THE FRANKLIN, ROBINSON FAMILY THESE FAMILIES DESCEND FROM ALABAMA, SOUTHCAROLINA AND MARION COUNTY, TEXAS.I KNOW THERE HAS TO BE SOME ROBINSONS AROUND THIS AREA RELATED TO THIS FAMILY, JAMES FRANKLIN MARRIED ELIZABETH FRANKLIN , SHE WAS BORN IN ALABAMA BUT THEIR CHILDREN WERE BORN IN TEXAS , ALL EXCEPT HARRIET ROBINSON SHE WAS LISTED IN THE 1880 CENSUS AS STEP DAUGHTER BUT, THERE WAS ALSO LILLEY, ALFRED,HANNAH, AND JAMES JR./JNO. THERE WERE AT LEAST THREE MORE CHILDREN BORN IN THIS FAMILY ONE BEING LIZA ,SHE MARRIED SOMEONE WITH THE SURNAME WILKS. THE FAMILY MOVE TO CHESTER COUNTY S.C. SOMETIME BEFORE THE 1900'S ANY ONE THAT MAY BE RELATED TO THIS FAMILY PLEASE CONTACT ME DEANATRIBBLE@AOL.COM

Mary and Louis Cooper - Grimes County

davissmitchell — 19 Oct 2006 7:24:13 GMT

Looking for any desendants of Mary and Louis Cooper in Grimes County Texas. Found Mary in the 1880 census listed as wd but could not find her before or after. Mary's maiden name is White.
Could not find Louis at all.
They lived in Anderson / Navasota area in Grimes County.

Jesse, Gracie, Willie, Annie, Lee, & Albert GAYLE

rena — 1 Oct 2006 2:43:56 GMT

This family were all born in Texas. Their names are:

Jesse Gayle born about 1918 TX
Gracie M. Gayle born abt 1919 TX
Willie G. Gayel born abt 1921 TX
Annie P. Gayle born abt 1923 TX
Lee R. Gayle born abt 1925 TX
Albert G. Gayle Jr. born abt 1927 TX

They are listed in the 1930 Census of Victoria County, Texas. Head of home is listed as JULIAN GALE born abt 1903 in Texas. . . and

Does anyone know if these were the children born to
GEORGE & MINNIE GAYLE? Their last name of Gayle was sometimes spelled as GALE. . . .and

George Gayle was born about 1890 in Texas. He is listed in the 1910 Census with his parents, George Gayle and Anne, and also his brother Sylvester Gayle.

George Gayle born 1890 TX is also listed in the 1920 Census of Victoria County with his wife, Minnie and his two children,
Jesse Gayle 2 yrs and Gracie M. Gayle 1 yr. old.

Please contact me if you have any information to share on this family. For example, when did their father George Gayle died? When did their mother die? Who they married?
I would appreciate any information. Thank you

Jones: Delta Co. TX

LaurelDarden — 20 Sep 2006 4:45:55 GMT

Please eMail if you are familiar with family folk:

Isaac (Ike) W. Jones, abt. 1876
Hallie Jones, wife, abt. 1884
Cleopatra "Cleo" Jones, dau, abt. 1906
Fay Jones, dau, abt. 1908
Odell Jones?

their descendants, related families or...

any Af/Amer JONES families from this and the surrounding areas (Pleasant Grove, Titus, Summerfield etc.); as they may be related.

Thanks in advance,
Laurel

Bill Taylor 1862-1957 in Texas & Louisiana

computerwolf — 10 Aug 2006 1:37:42 GMT

Looking for information on Bill Taylor and his family. He is listed in the 1900 census:
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1900 Federal Census, Household #145, District 48, Justice Precinct 4, Harrison Co., Texas, Taken on the 7th & 8th of June, 1900

Bill Taylor, Head, Black, b. Feb. 1862, Age 38, Married 15 Years, b. Texas, Father b. Louisiana, Mother b. Mississippi, Farmer, Can read, write & speak English, Owns a farm that's mortgaged, Number of farm schedule=140

Mattie, wife, Black, b. Oct 1870, age 29, married 8 years, mother of 5 children, all living, b. Texas, father b. Georgia, mother b. Louisianna, can read, write and speak english.

Tina, daughter, b. June 1886, age 13, b. Texas, mother and father b. Texas, is at school, attended school for 6 months, can read, write and speak english.

William, son, b. Feb. 1888, age 12, b. Texas, mother & father b. Texas, Farm Laborer, can read, write and speak english.

Gertrude, daughter, age 9, b. Aug. 1890, b. Texas, mother & father b. Texas, at school, attended for 6 months, can read, write and speak english.

Julius, son, b. June 1892, age 7, b. Texas, mother & father b. Texas, at school, attended for 6 months, can read, write and speak english.

Mack, son, b. Sept. 1899, age 8 months, b. Texas, mother & father b. Texas.
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Even though the census says that he was born in Texas, family lore says that he was born in the Greenwood area of Caddo County, Louisiana, specifically in a region called Boggy. Family lore also states that he joined the "boggie church" and fled louisiana because he killed a white man.

His son, Julius (1887-1957), married Bertha Crayton (1891-1963) in 1909 in Harrison County, Texas.

Any help in this matter would be greatly appreciated.

Families of Fayette County

San Marshall — 25 May 2006 12:21:47 GMT

I am willing to trade info on african american families of Fayette County. My families are Scott, Griffin, Drisdale, Mackey, Brooks, Grant and Johnson. I am particularly looking for info on my John Scott family. If you have any of these in your line please contact me.

BYRD FAMILY-AFRO-AMERICAN

BILLY J. BYRD — 18 Apr 2006 7:09:09 GMT

TRYING TO LOCATE ANY

HERD/DOUGLASS Families

Janice Quinn — 11 Apr 2006 3:44:42 GMT

Seeking information on my gg-grandparents, Granville HERD b. May 1863 TX d. Feb. 1, 1901 OK, and her wife Alice DOUGLASS HERD b.1866 TX d. May 11, 1910 OK both are from Lamar & Red River Co. but moved to Oklahoma between 1890 and 1892 they were married on Nov. 27, 1886 in Lamar Co. TX.

Sometimes spelled HURD, can't find them on any census before 1900. Need to know the parents of Granville and Alice.

They had four kids:
Massie b. Clarksville, TX Oct. 31, 1887 d July 16, 1969 OK
Kizah b. May 30, 1890 TX d. Jan. 16, 1976 OK
Annie b. 1892 OK d. Jan. 6, 1911 Cleveland Co. OK
Lennie b.1897 OK d. 1952 OK

Any info would be greatly appeciated

Thanks
Janice

Tatum's living in Texas 1800's

macy55gray1 — 21 Aug 2005 12:19:05 GMT

Gibbs of Brazoria County, Texas (African-American)

LynnitaH — 18 Dec 2005 3:32:16 GMT

I'm looking for information on A C(Alford Chester) and L J Gibbs. Also, Wesley and Jane Gibbs.

Brazoria County African American Farming Community

B_Koenning — 9 Feb 2006 4:04:34 GMT

I am searching for information pertaining to the early farms of what is now called Lake Jackson, Texas.
I understand there were two farming communities.
One was called Cross Roads or Cross Timbers.
The other community had a church and a cemetery named Mount Zion.

BJ

Jesse Washington of Waco, TX. ~ Lynched in 1916

BasketLady420 — 30 Jan 2006 11:55:05 GMT

Jesse Washington, with his mother and father, Henry and Martha, and at least one brother, William, possibly about sixteen, had been living and working on the Fryer farm for only five months or so, since the beginning of the year. According to Elisabeth Freeman's account of the lynching, there were also some younger children in the family. Jesse Washington was a large, strong young man, but was illiterate and possibly retarded. When Freeman went to Waco to investigate the lynching for the NAACP, one of Washington's teachers told her that no one had ever been able to teach him to read or write. (more on website)

I am not related to this family, just passing on this information I found while doing research on Lynchings. The link for the site is listed below.
Joyce

http://www.patriciabernstein.com/

Jane Elkins, Hung in 1854 ~ Texas

BasketLady420 — 30 Jan 2006 12:26:51 GMT

Texas also claims the honor of executing the first woman. Jane Elkins, a female slave, , was hanged for murder sometime in 1854. The crime took place in Dallas County.

I am not related to this family, I'm just passing on this information, which comes from a website titled "Regional Studies of the Southwest." The link for the site is listed below.
Joyce

http://users.bestweb.net/%7Erg/execution/regional_studies_th...

New Websites African American in Texas

Theodore Bolton — 8 Jan 2006 8:06:34 GMT

I have uploaded the following websites about African American in Texas:

TITLE: Shackles on my Feet: African American Laws of 19th-Century Texas
URL: http://www.angelfire.com/ca6/bible/laws/home.htm

And

TITLE: When Freedom Cried Out: The Freedmen's Bureau in Texas
URL: http://www.angelfire.com/ca6/bible/freedmen/freedmen.htm

Limestone - Searching for Hall / Bluett / Bluitt family information

scwashi — 27 Oct 2005 11:14:39 GMT

I am looking for information on an African American family in the Limestone/Mexia area. I found some small snipets in the 1900/1920/1930 census. I tried back tracking, but I did not seem to find anything earlier. The individuals I am trying to build a tree for are Ephiram (also found it spelled Efron) & Angeline Hall (no idea of her maiden name). Their children listed are: Washingtion, Mabel, & Pricilla and one name I cannot decipher on the 1900 census. If you are familar with them any help is appreciated. Thanks... Sophia

Relatives

bobbiebatton — 19 Sep 2005 9:37:44 GMT

Looking for relatives of Charlie and Irene (Irena) Gibson-Campbell of Oakwood, Leon County, Texas.

Relatives of Belton O'Neal Gibson (Cameron, TX)

Juanita Gibson (Otswego, LA)

Minnerly

Charles W. Frank — 16 Sep 2005 1:51:51 GMT

While researching my mother's Dutch roots, a relative told me that he heard of an African/American family in Texas by the name of Minnerly. Any info would be appreciated.

Texas Jackson

Katherine Willis — 28 Aug 2005 10:18:43 GMT

Hello,

I am researching the Jackson surname.

Griffin Jackson 1855-1917 married Texas Jackson in 1875 in AL. My ggrandfather died in Elmore Co.,AL. So far I have not been able to find out when Texas Jackson died. She was born in 1858.

Since her first name is Texas,someone told me she or her family may have been from Texas. Griffin is listed as mulatto,Texas is listed as Black in the 1880 Federal census in Cold Springs,Elmore,AL.

Would like to find any living relatives of Texas Jackson.

Any assistance would be appreciate.

Katherine Willis

Harkless - Mulkey Connection

mulkeyusa — 10 Aug 2005 11:08:15 GMT

Seeking male african american Harkless family members for DNA project. Trying to verify a sibling connection between Albert Harkless and Monroe Mulkey, circa 1865-1880.

Announcing: The MULKEY Surname DNA Project!
http://www.familytreedna.com/public/Mulkey

Lincoln Mulkey
Project Administrator
dnaproject@verizon.net

Use the link below to join the project and purchase your DNA test.
http://www.familytreedna.com/surname_join.asp?code=Z27052

Jefferson, Marion county slave plantation

sanbarn — 12 Jun 2006 5:36:42 GMT

I am searching for any information on my great-grandfather Henry Gilliean who was supposedly born on a large slave plantation in Jefferson, Texas in the mid 1850's. His mother's name was listed as Sarah Meyers and she was supposed to be a cook who left the plantation after the Civil war to live with the lawyer David Browning Culberson. Any leads would be greatly appreciated.

Texas Slave Transactions

Fbragg — 9 Jul 2005 7:20:20 GMT

MACK SURNAME-BELTON & AUSTIN TEXAS

dolorescollins73 — 22 Apr 2005 1:34:11 GMT

Great greatgrandmother and siblings were born in Belton Texas in the 1850's. The area was known as Milan County, I believe. After Emancipation the family took on the name Mack. Does anyone have any knowledge who were planters in that area during that time period?

The family later moved to Austin, Texas (Travis County).

Archie Long of Fannin Co., Tx. died 1919, about age 40

anonymous — 30 Apr 2005 5:04:39 GMT

Abstracted from the "Bonham News" Fannin Co., Texas 22 July 1919: Archie Long, about 40, negro, died of broken neck – found in well on farm of Dr. M.E. Daniel; mind had been distressed lately; buried Hickory Grove, "Honey Grove Signal"

AYRES

Reneé Holland — 14 Apr 2005 6:43:33 GMT

Searching for information on Nancy AYRES - maiden name unknown or possibly Luzanne AYRES - maiden name unknown. 1800-1900. Nancy AYRES has been found on the 1870-1880 TX Census. The 1880 TX Census list her as born in MS.

I believe Luzanne was either her mother or mother-in-law, she was listed as being born in GA.

Any help would be appreciated.

Albert Roundtop (Texas)

deondiva — 20 Jan 2005 5:19:39 GMT

I am insearch of anybody who has any info on Albert Roundtop in Burleson Co Texas. His parents names were William and Matilda Roundtop. He was born around 1872. If you know anything please let me know. Deon

Mary Lucinda Keys of Rosharon(Brazoria County)Texas

CanALily — 16 Nov 2004 11:12:53 GMT

I am looking for my gg grandmother's siblings and mother.

Her siblings were: 1. Deliah Worend? no info other than name, 2. Susan "Sissy" Byrd/Bird had a son named Spofford or Sparford, 3. John " Courage" Nelson born 11/18/1875, 4. Collin Kemp no info.

Here mother was Caroline last name unknown. Sold from a plantation near or in Houma, LA and sold to the Old Sojourner Place in Ft Bend County.

This information came from my grandmother. She can't remember more.

Slaves of JOHN DRISDALE

smarsh8141 — 17 Oct 2006 3:01:53 GMT

Looking for anyone who might have slave names of owner John and M.L. DRISDALE of Fayette County, TX.
Any info will be appreciated.