Seafarers of New England - Family History & Genealogy Message Board

Captain John N. Pritchard, Newburyport, MA.

Susan York Gagnon — 11 Jun 2002 11:39:23 GMT

First, I would like to say how thrilled I am that a list regarding New England Seafarers has been created. The information being shared by everyone is interesting, informative and so much fun to read!
My seafaring ancestor was Captain John Nash Pritchard of Newburyport, MA. Born in 1833, and starting at about the age of 12, he worked his way up through the ranks from cabin boy to master and owner of merchant ships. I consider myself very fortunate to have a quite detailed chronicle that he wrote about his seafaring days, and from that I have taken the names of these ships:
Cabin boy: Brig Massachusetts
Ship Versailles
Ship Scotland
Ship Emerald
Seaman: Ship Celestial
Ship Contest
Ship Carrington
Chief Officer: Ship Volent (Stephen Bray, Master)
Ship Josiah L. Hale
Ship Keystone
Ship Elizabeth Cushing
Master: Brig Trenton
Ship Gem of the Ocean
Ship Montana
Ship Lucy S. Wills
Bark Benjamin F. Hunt, jr.
I would be very interested to know if anyone else has come across these ships in their research and am more than happy to share what information I have. Best Regards, Susan

Middlesex passenger ship of Boston ca. 1840

CKelloff — 13 Apr 2008 8:46:28 GMT

I am looking for anyone with information of the crew of the Middlesex of Boston that sailed from New Orleans and Galveston Tx.

My GG-grandfather Joseph Vickers "commenced aboard the ship Middleton [sic] of Boston about 1945" - We believe this ship was the Middlesex of Boston - a passenger ship.

Joseph Vickers was about 11 when an uncle took him to sea.

What would a boy of 11 do aboard such a ship and how do I go about finding out about the crew and maybe who the uncle was.

We do not know anything about the parents of Joseph other than the mother was from Louisana and the father from France?? Joseph was an only child from what we understand. Born 10 July 1834, Galveston, Texas.

Any help or direction would be greatly appreciated.
Thank you all.

Schooner "William and Nancy"

@@Ejeiwhite@aol.com — 29 Aug 2005 11:34:48 GMT

Seeking information on the schooner "William and Nancy" out of Cohasset,MA around the mid 1830s and its master William Kilburn. I believe it was built and owned by Levi Tower of Cohasset.
Ed White
Maryland

Captain Green(e),Yarmouth,Mass.,1775

WARDGREENE — 5 Nov 2007 12:53:42 GMT

My ancestor,John Green(e),and his brothers Robert and(unknown) lived in Boston in the 1700s, and either bought a schooner or brought one to Yarmouth,MA in 1775. Don't know schooner name. They were Quakers,and traded on their schooner from Boston through Nova Scotia(which then included nearby provinces) to Placentia,Newfoundland.There is supposed to be a record of their schooner at Yarmouth in 1775.Anyone know how I can find it ?(I'm in Australia so can't go personally.)
Robert Green(e) was briefly on USA side in Revolution,then he and John returned permanently to Placentia,Newfoundland about late 1778. John,fervent Quaker,tried to stay out of whole thing. John's descendants from early 1800s started returning to Boston, until today there'd be many thousands in USA.
I'd like any information anyone has on this family(Point Verde Greenes of Nfld.)and of course anyone in USA descended from them. The clan is huge,so if your ancestry has any connection to Placentia,Nfld.,please contact me.
Especially of course seeking information on Yarmouth schooner,and the descendants of the brother(and anoy other relative) who remained behind in 1778 era.Thanks.Ward.wardgreene@hotmail.com

tugboats and steamships- captains/workers Tanger , Hammond

ptanger — 18 Sep 2003 8:36:49 GMT

I am looking for records of my grandfather who I believe was a tugboat captain in addition to traveling the world on steamships. His father in-law and brother in-law also called themselves "boatsmen'. I believe Edward Hammond was also a tugboat captain. They would have worked on the Hudson and in NY harbors in late 1800s and early 1900s. I believe Edward Hammond was born in Kingston, NY

A. Simmons or Simmonds, Captain during Arctic Whaling

tappa — 10 Apr 2007 9:14:11 GMT

I am looking for information on Abraham or Abram Simmons/Simmonds who was a whaler and captain during the Arctic Whaling expeditions through from the late 1880's through the early 1900's. The Arcic whaling season took him through northern Alaska (Barrow) and Canada (Herschel Island). We believe he was from Massachusettes and started whaling out of New Bedord.

Please Help with SHIPS Lists ?

Heppsy66 — 21 Feb 2007 9:49:59 GMT

Where can I find on the internet a list of SHIPS names and their Captains / skippers from the 1750s onwards. Particularly Ships sailing from IRELAND.

I am particularly looking for Captain JOHN ANGUS who lived in HOWTH ,North Dublin, Ireland. I have looked for the last few years for him without success, also the name of his 3-masted ship again without success.

Nobody seems to be able to help me.

Maybe there is someone who can help me find a list of names of ships and there capatins.

Thanks,

Heather

The Ship-"JP Wheeler", Capt. Henry Gadd-1866-New York

pat10325 — 26 Apr 2005 8:21:11 GMT

I am looking for information about this ship.Do not know what type of ship it was.
It most likely sailed out of NY -- to where I do not know.
her Captain ---Henry Gadd, he died July 1,1866, age 48--
info from his obituary in NY Times 1866-July.
Any one out there who can help me find the history of this vessel??
Thanks, Pat

Archibald Campbell of Bath,Maine 2nd Mate on ship International

Matt Campbell — 9 Nov 2005 4:55:03 GMT

I am researching my gg-grandfather Archibald Campbell who was born in Bath, Maine in 1826. What is the best way to find out information on a specific sailor, or their family? Any leads are greatly appreciated.
He was second mate on the ship International captained by David Brown of Provincetown, MA. This ship looks to have been built in 1851 by Clement Littlefield at Kennebunk, Maine and possibly operated in the white star line. I know that he sailed on it from Liverpool, England in Feb 1853.

Chanticleer (Bark)

Joanne Shackford Parkes — 9 Mar 2006 12:18:27 GMT

New York Marine Register, 1858 lists SHACKFORD as the captain of the Chanticleer (Bark). Does any know his first name?

Thanks!

New England Whaling Crews - online

Bill Delker — 13 Jun 2006 5:20:26 GMT

Hello Everyone ,
I don't know how many of you are aware of this new
online listing of New England Whaling crews or not ,
but this page gives a wonderful glimpse of the people
whom were on board these ships . Try this site :
http://www.ci.new-bedford.ma.us/SERVICES/LIBRARY/whalingproj... . While we're at it , you might also want to try this page , if you're ancestors came from New England ,
http://www.sec.state.ma.us/ArchivesSearch/ . The second page has a wonderful selection of early Massachusetts records , and some from other New England states as well . Thank's , Good Luck , Bill Delker ...

Mid Atlantic Mariner Records

Bonnie Rice — 1 May 2006 4:16:12 GMT

Are there any records of commercial fishing vessels, and the crew aboard that may have left port from MD, VA, NC. and SC?

Letter of Marque

sunkawakan — 5 Jan 2006 1:29:04 GMT

I am trying to determine whether an ancestor, of the name William Rhodes, of Burrillville, RI, was in fact a Privateer. My understanding is that they would carry a Letter of Marque from the government to be able to establish this status, and would have to post a Privateer's Bond. The information I'm going on is rather sketchy (from History of Burrillville, RI):

"William Rhodes was also among the early inhabitants of the town. Possessed of no worldly wealth, he learned the trade of a cooper, and subsequently removed to the West Indies and engaged in his occupation as cooper. He afterwards became engaged in navigation, and fitting out a privateer, he intercepted many English vessels laden with sugar, molasses, &c. He became quite wealthy, and at Providence the wharves were often covered with his merchandise; and he used to remark, that he was so 'rich that he didn't care for John Brown and Nightingale, nor the d----l.' He purchased large tracts of land in and about Harrisville, then called Rhodesville, and also owned a store in South Carolina, whither he used to journey to look after his interests and to make new purchases."

Any thoughts on where to look for a Bond or the Letter of Marque?

Thanks,

Mark Webb

Ships captains and ship builders - 1700's & 1800's

Renee Herres — 28 Mar 2004 7:59:33 GMT

Can anyone point me to sites that may help me in finding records of my ancestor who was supposed to be a ships captain as well as a ship builder? Were there records kept of these things besides by individual families? This HARDY family came from the Maine area. Thank you.

Where there two Little Cherub's?

Joanne Shackford Parkes — 6 Nov 2005 9:48:03 GMT

Found this article mentioning a Little Cherub that must have existed before 1800 and description of the Little Cherub that says it was constructed in 1804. Anyone know about this first one?
"At sea, about 10 days since, Captain John Shackford, of and onboard the brig Little Cherub; Capt. Shackford was an industrious, enterprizing man, and a good member of society, he has left a sorrowful widow and a young family to lament his life." (New Hampshire Gazette, (Portsmouth. Early American Newspapers (1690-1876) , http://infoweb.newsbank.com), 1800-06-03; Vol: XLV; Iss: 23, Page 3)

Joseph Hardy commander of the ketch Swallow

gmanae_1 — 6 Aug 2005 7:03:01 GMT

My umpteenth great-grandfather, Joseph Hardy, was the commander of the ketch Swallow during at least the 1670's. I would love to know more about this "ketch" and especially about my relative. I would welcome any type of information and advice about where I might find this information. Thanks, Renee

Cmdr. Daniel Holloway ( -1811) of the sloop "Venus" in 1765

Prentice Alexander — 31 Jul 2005 11:07:00 GMT

I am interested in finding more information about Daniel Holloway of Newport, R.I. He is listed as being a commander of the "Sloop Venus" so I am assuming that he was in the navy. Which navy I haven't a clue. In later information I have he is listed as Capt. Daniel, and in 1765 he is boarding two sons of a Thomas Alexander of Stonington, CT. at Newport and is preparing them for sea. In this whole proccess Thomas manages to become indebted to Capt. Holloway to the tune of L917. Considerable amount of money and Thomas owns no land or has any other assets that I can find for collateral. I do know that Thomas's wife Hannah and Capt. Daniel Holloway were brother and sister, so that is probably the connection. The absence of land records in Stonington would lend some creditability to the fact that Thomas was also a mariner. Thomas died at Stonington, intestate, and the inventory of his estate indicates he was insolvent. DOD 1767. Capt. Daniel Holloway died at Newport, R.I. in 1811.
If there is anyone on this list that has any further knowledge of these people I would appreciate hearing from you. Anyone researching these folks, I have information to share.
Warm regards
Prentice Alexander

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Who did this Benjamin Shackford of the WAREDALE of Eastport marry?

Joanne Shackford Parkes — 18 Oct 2005 6:38:06 GMT

Who did this Benjamin Shackford marry? Have the first name as Harriet C. Looking for her last name and parents. Thanks for any help you can offer.

"WAREDALE, brig, of Eastport. Built at East Machias, 1854, by James Small, master carpenter. 221 60/95 tons; 103 ft. 6 in. x 26 ft. 5 in, x 9 ft. 1 in. One deck, two masts, square stern, a billethead, Registered (temporary), No. 2, June 5, 1864, at Machias. Owners: Seward B. Hume and Clark W. Hume, 6/16, of S. B. Hume & Co. B. B. Shackford, 4/16, George T. Savary, 2/16, William Eagan, 2/16, Eastport; Edmund Lincoln, 1/16, Thomas V. Lincoln, 1/16, Dennysville, Master.
B. B. Shackford." (Ship Registers and Enrollments of Machias, www.newenglandancestors.org)

The Ship Islington -- Which SHACKFORD was it's captain?

Joanne Shackford Parkes — 17 Oct 2005 6:24:53 GMT

Albert Pearson Brown

Ann Kessler — 20 Aug 2005 2:21:55 GMT

He was a ship's carpenter on a whaling ship. He was born about 1835/6 in New Jersey. Does anyone know what ship he sailed?

The "Lady La Tour" ship: c1644 England to Boston Harbor

dcasey45069 — 27 Jul 2005 2:32:51 GMT

Looking for information on a ship listed as "Lady La Tour" which saiiled from England cSeptember 1644 and docked near/in Boston Harbor. Roger Williams was aboard (one of his several trips; NY to London back to New England). I am looking for passengers on that boat as well as any information about the boat.
Donna Tillinghast Casey

Boat named "Guppy" during Prohibition era

Daniel G. Buckley — 17 Jul 2005 2:00:05 GMT

Any listers familiar with 40 foot open boat named the " GUPPY " powered by an Allison aircraft engine that operated around Boar`s Head , Hampton , NH and Cape Cod , MA in the Prohibition era of the 1930`s ? It was used to haul burlap bags full of liquor bottles from the smuggler`s mother ship to the beach . Any information regarding the " GUPPY " most appreciated. Dan Buckley , ME

"Argo"

fjab1 — 15 Mar 2005 10:26:57 GMT

I'm looking for information about the Capt. & crew of the schooner "Argo" shipwrecked in 1799/1800 in Fiji - it brought on board with it a plague from Canton called "Lila Balavu" which killed thousands of Fijians [ including the then King of Fiji ].
The Captain's name is unknown as are the crew members except for two: Oliver Slater and someone called Doyle.
Any info about where to find other crew members names etc would be much appreciated.

tugboat

crapser — 4 Jun 2005 3:29:52 GMT

I AM LOOKING FOR INFORMATION ON ELIAS CRAPSER AND HUDSON T.. CRAPSER WHO PILOTED A TUGBOAT ON THE HUDSON, LIVING IN ELMHURST, NY AND POUGHKEEPSIE, NY IN THE LATE 1800'S.

Sailing Ships

ahankosky4201 — 19 May 2005 12:02:20 GMT

I have a book on old sailing ships out of Maine
ahankkosk@swbell.net

Skinner family in Puerto Rico/Scotland/Cuba/NY

Jackie_NaylorAdelberg — 8 Oct 2005 1:19:32 GMT

I am searching for the family of my great grandmother Adelaide S. Skinner born about 1853 in Puerto Rico. I can not find her in the census when she is single. She married John B. Peacock born about 1850-1896. They were married 1871 and living in the Bronx 1880 census it says that her father was from Scotland and her mother Cuba.
I suspect that John was born in Mt Vernon, Westchester, NY to James and Jane Peacock from Scotland, (no real proof yet just 1860 census).
I also searched the 1860 census for Skinner born in Puerto Rico and surprisingly I found a 12 year old James Skinner also in the same town living in the home of a teacher. He disappears from the U.S. census after that. I’m not sure if he is related but there are no other Skinners from Puerto Rico or Cuba in the 1800’s.
I searched further in the town and found there was what looked like a school with many children that were born in other countries including Puerto Rico. In the same area I noticed that there was a good deal of sailors, merchants etc…Could this school be where people parked their children while at sea?
Any info on this family or any hints for searching for mariner families would be great.

William Pote Rogers

Lynne Brown — 27 Aug 2002 6:43:10 GMT

Researching William Pote Rogers, b. Freeport, ME Nov 4, 1826, son of Charles and Mary Jane (Pote) Rogers. He served as master of various vessels (William Macon, Merrimac, Somerset, Sequin). Will be in Freeport to do research on his family--Sept. 9-14. If you have any suggestions or know if there are any living family descendents, I would greatly appreciate any leads.

whale ships sailing from Bedford Mass. around 1840

maryfox402 — 15 Mar 2005 8:40:47 GMT

I'm looking for any information on a whale ship Adeline of New Bedford .The captain's name was Cole. My GGGGreat grandfather Jeremiah DeGraff was on his ship.

George Gardner

connie_holm — 6 Mar 2005 12:04:22 GMT

In 1840-'s my GreatGrandfather George Gardner was in the Mexican War on the Albany. After the war he was on the Concordia which sailed to China and other ports. I would like to find out about the Concordia. My GreatGrandfather went to Vermont in 1849 or there abouts. Thank you, Connie

Crispus Graves lost at sea 1799?

Polli — 1 Feb 2005 1:59:26 GMT

My ancestor Crispus Graves was resident of Chelsea or Shrewsbury, lost at sea sometime after his son was born in 1793.

Can anyone suggest where I might find info on him or a list of men and ships lost at sea?

Thanks!

Capt. William White, owner and manager of schooners - Boston 1900-1929

RonWhite405 — 21 Mar 2006 3:44:39 GMT

Looking for information on Capt. WILLIAM (Willie) WHITE (from Gilbert's Cove, N.S.) who ran coasting schooners out of Boston from about 1905 to 1929. His sons IRVING J. WHITE, HARRY T. WHITE, and ARTHUR WHITE, were also Masters in the schooner trade. Schooners (2 & 3 masts) known to be connected to the WHITE's are: Race Horse, Pearl Nelson, Fly Away, Ella Cliffton, Hazel Dell, Orizimbo, Sallie E. Ludlam, James L. Malloy, Samuel Heart, Moonlight, Rebecca G. Whilldin, F. A. Smith. IRVING WHITE was Master on the Mary G. Maynard, a 4 master built in 1920. If you have any information on any of these White's or these Schooners, please contact me.

Oliver Brooks 1759-1849

Ann — 2 Dec 2004 4:54:24 GMT

I am looking for info on Oliver Brooks. In his later years he stated that he had been a Captain of a ship for over 25 years. He was born in New Jersey, and I suspect he sailed out of NJ or Philadelphia. Does anyone have info on him? Thanks.

Seafarers and Census

McGovern9 — 30 Aug 2004 10:10:48 GMT

My grgr grandfather was not on the 1850 Census
Is it possible men who were on ships at the time the Census was taken would have been left out of the Census?

American Revolution veterans buried in Hawaii

Mary Rhinelander McCarl — 22 May 2004 11:44:31 GMT

The Hawaii Society, Sons of the American Revolution, is eager to find the graves of the veterans of the American Revolution who are buried on the Islands. They wish to mark the gravestones with appropriate markers.
If there were any, they would almost certainly have been young ships boys on American privateers during the Revolution, who late became sailors, probably on whaling ships. Most of the crew members of the American whalers in the period (1800-1840) who went to the Islands,were from Nantucket or New Bedford.
Can anyone help me with this search?
Mary Rhinelander McCarl

ROBERT BURNS DIED AT SEA

dnapowell1 — 17 Sep 2004 2:07:29 GMT

Robert Burn died at sea from the New England area about 1898. No name of ship, or anything. He was suppose to be the captain of a vessel. Anyone withany info, or how to obtain info, I'd surely appreciate!

General Robert Sedwick (c. 1654)

Barb Rosner — 31 May 2002 12:12:31 GMT

Looking for info on General Robert SEDGWICK; had several ships for Oliver Cromwell during mid-1600s. Was Governor of Jamaica; his son was also in this vicinity and sailed.
Thank you for any communication!
Barb

Welton Home

Frances Cross — 30 Jun 2004 9:51:19 GMT

Ship Welton Home-First Mate Josiah Cross Junior died in NewOrleans 1867. any information about ship.

Schooner B.F. Lowell and Schooner Delmont

Kaye — 26 Jun 2004 2:37:11 GMT

Looking for reference sources re either of these schooners when John Gales was captain(1860's-1880 time frame). Gales, from Maine, was lost overboard from the B.F. Lowell in 1880.

Steamship crewman named Arcand (b. 24 Mar 1897)

LEARIZZI — 4 Apr 2005 4:02:49 GMT

I DO NOT HAVE A LOT OF INFO - LOOKING FOR MY UNCLE--LAST NAME ARCAND--BORN 3/24,1897--DIED 1936- NOONE KNOWS WHERE HE IS ALL SIBLINGS DECEASED--WOULD APPRECIATE ANY HELP WHATEVER

Thomas Truxton (1755-1822); China Sea Trade 1786

theodora3 — 24 May 2003 9:07:26 GMT

According to "Who Was Who in America, (1607-1896) " vol 1, p. 610, my ancestor, Thomas TRUXTUN (1755-1822), "...took 1st ship (the Canton) from Phila to China 1786..."
Thomas TRUXTUN was b. 17 Feb 1755 in Jamaica, Long Island, NY.
1. I would love to share information about Commodore Thomas TRUXTUN, U.S.N.
2. Where can I find out more about this and similar voyages from America to China in the 1700s?

Teddie

Kelly-Brooklyn Navy Yard-1943 - Adoptee seeks info

mjphughes — 2 May 2004 6:03:33 GMT

My birth name is Elizabeth Rose Kelly, born in 1943, Brooklyn. I am ISO my half brother, born around 1933. Our birth mother died in 1944.

MY natural father worked as a boss rigger at a NY shipyard in 1943-44. His surname may have KELLY.

Any info greatly appreciated!
Liz

METRASH,Adam-Boatmaker

wtharper — 28 Apr 2004 7:34:50 GMT

Adam Metrash listed in Norwalk CT census as boatmaker my ggrandfather.Found a Jane/Janie, Elvin/Alvin Metrash also in Norwalk and an Adrian (laborer) in Brooklyn near naval yard all in census. Also located homestead on map Norwalk 1847.The name is very uncommon so any info on Metrash would be relevent. They are listed as mulatto or free persons of color. Hope some one can help me with any info or leads.

Capt. Ira G. McLellan

Prentice Alexander — 29 Mar 2004 10:34:26 GMT

Does any lister have any more information about Capt. Ira G. McLellan than what I am about to list?
He was born at Thomaston, Maine 1825 to Capt. Simon S. McLellan and Deborah Metcalf McLellan. Ira married Mary Jane Wincapaw (Winchenbach) at Friendship, Maine 1847. The History of Friendship written from the notes of Dr. William Hahn says that Ira died at sea in 1875. Records at the Mystic Seaport indicate that Ira was Master of the bark
"Jane A. Bishop" built at Greenport, Long Island, N.Y., 1857 and registered at Nassau, New Providence. He was listed as master for the years 1870 through 1876.
Would appreciate any help offered.
Thank you,
Prentice Alexander

Capt. John Harvey, died at sea 1822 Liverpool, NS

Ravyn_G — 18 Feb 2005 4:24:14 GMT

All I have is a hand written note from a desk found in the attic by a distant cousin who added:

"Thank you for your email of March 17th. Your letter was very interesting. I think I might have found the missing generation which would be Grandpa Harvey's (Kate Mellish's
husband) grandfather. Am sorry it took me so long to get back to you, but this information was stored up in my brother's attic among other documents pertaining to other things. So, I spent last night going through loads of documents and found just one that pertained to the
Harvey ancestors.
His name was John Harvey and he was a sea captain. He died at sea in 1822, sailing from the Port of Liverpool, N.S. I have no idea when he was born.
I wonder if a sea captain had to register at the town hall or with the maritime in order to get their license or is there a record kept of seamen who died at sea?"

she sent me a scanned copy of the note which reads as follows:

This Desk Belonged
To Capt. John Harvey
Who Died at Sea In the Year of our Lord
1822 (?--looks like Sableing) From the Port of Liverpool N.S
________________________________________________
It was Repaired by his Son John W. Harvey
In the Year of our Lord 1876
________
________

I know from anecdotal information that Capt. John Harvey was born in CT and his wife was born in NS.
His son John William Harvey#1 (was married to Susan F. Jones, daughter of Mehitabel Chadsey Jones and Capt. Smith Jones of NS,) moved to Boston and became a citizen and is my husband's great great grandfather.

Any info would be appreciated. thanks.

Salathiel (Thesial) Clark

Bonnie — 18 Mar 2004 6:27:30 GMT

Trying to find any info on Salathiel (Thesial) Clark Maybe born in New England , May be Irish Descent.
Please reply to angeL50_15012@yahoo.com

Isaac Knight of Falmouth or Portland, Maine

Stan Malcolm — 24 Feb 2004 5:56:56 GMT

I'm trying to find out more about my Knight ancestors of Portland, ME. Specifically, the names of ships they captained, voyages they sailed, etc. Following are the details of three generations. I'm particularly interested in the third ("Isaac Jr.") since I have oil paintings I believe to be of him and his wife. (See: http://www.performance-vision.com/gen-knight/gen-knight.htm)

A newspaper clipping states that this Isaac voyaged to New Orleans, Cuba, and Europe. His first command was of the John Brewer but before it sailed he was transferred to a larger vessel. The article goes on to say that he commissioned a small, fast vessel called the Black Squall, built at Turner's Island. Later in life, he went into the grocery business.

Benjamin Knight was a cooper and had his shop and business on Fore Street between Deer and Vine streets in Falmouth (now Portland), ME. He was born in 1747, married Mary Walker, and died Dec 27, 1819 - all in Falmouth.

Among his children was...
Isaac, b. Dec 30, 1787, d. May 2, 1846, who married Nabby (probably Chamberlain).

Among Isaac's children was another...
Isaac, b. Jul 17, 1817, d. Jan 30, 1900. There's some dispute over his wife's name. One source says she was Fanny Peltis (or Pettis); another that she was "a Rollins."

Anyone out there have knowledge of these Knights?

Thanks, - Stan

Portland Gale of 1898 Lost or Damaged Vessels

Mal — 21 Apr 2003 10:36:26 GMT

Capt Charles Mercier

Barbara Coffey — 14 Feb 2004 6:27:39 GMT

I am looking for information on Capt Charles Mercier.
The USA 1880 census info shows his son Charles Allen Mercier stating his father born in PA. On his marriage certificate Capt Charles Mercier states his occupation as a "Merchant Marine." He married Ariadna Borden Chase 9/29/1845 at Freetown, MA., she a member of a prominent sea faring family. Capt Mercier seems to have disappeared out of the family tree. Oral history states "her left her" however one census shows her status as "widow."

If you have any further sources I could look I would appreciate the information. Thank you.

Barbara

Charles Wagner of Boston & Chelsea, MA

Cornelia Warner — 27 Dec 2003 7:01:27 GMT

my great grandfather was a mariner out of Boston. I would love to hear from anyone related to him, or from anyone able to find his place of burial or anything on him.
I have his medical records, his work records to some extent (read below) his marriage record and some data on him.
I'd love to find a burial record or a marriage license application for him, and would be thrilled to find his baptism or birth record.

Charles J. Wagner
b. abt 1855 Poland/Russia*
d. 3 Aug 1894 Chelsea, MA
son of Anton and Thecla Wagner
married Annie McDonald of Nova Scotia

sources;
birth-marriage record, Boston, MA, son's birth record, Boston, MA, medical records, Chelsea, MA*
baptism-
marriage-marriage record, Boston, Massachusetts-Springfield Presbyterian Church
death-form for a death record, Chelsea, MA (never filled out or filed, still in my cousin's possession) died at Marine Hospital, Chelsea, MA

resided-46 Fayette St., Ward 16, Boston, Massachusetts

Occupation-Mariner
served on-
the Bark Sarah
the schooner H. C. Silbley
the schooner John G. Loud
the Mercedita
and others previous to the Bark Sarah, unknown to me.
was injured in a storm on the Mercedita. would like to find a record of this.

father was said to be Concert master for the National Polish Symphony-fled Germany for political reasons, went to Poland, then England-have been unable to prove ANY of this.

*Marriage record and son's birth record state he was b. in Poland, medical records states he was born in Russia

McFadden

Linda — 9 Dec 2003 3:24:18 GMT

John McFadden shipwreck off Cape Cod March 21, i755. John's body washed asore on Cape Cod. Does anyone have info?

S.S.ALBERT G. FORSE

ceilaforce — 17 Nov 2003 3:59:59 GMT

In the 1901 or 1902, the ship S.S. Albert G.Forse was christened by members of the Forse family in New York harbor.
The ship was built by PUSSEY Co.
I am looking for a picture of that ship The article & a picture of the event was in the New York Times. Is there anyone on this list who might have those old newspapers?

Sloop of war Albany and the Concorda

Connie Holm — 18 Nov 2003 12:51:36 GMT

My Great Grandfather George B. Gardner was on the Albany during the Mexican after mustering out he was on the Concorda. He went to China and other ports. I would like to find out about these two ships and any records of the crews on board. Also if there are any pictures and or stories. Thank you, Connie

the u.s.steamer "haska"

ceilaforce — 17 Nov 2003 3:36:03 GMT

Hiram Baker

donnaboileau — 21 Nov 2006 3:25:01 GMT

Looking for information on a Hiram Baker. I have no dates but he was born in Yarmouth/Dennis MA. He married Melissa Riley also born same. He lived in RI also. He was a "sea captian"according to some info I came across. His childern were Frederick Allanson Mason Baker, Leander Baker,and Christopher Baker. Leander may have been a photographer in Providence RI. If you have any info- please e-mail me at rolspecs@aol.com Thanks Donna

Looking for Calvin Thompson

LynnetteTaylor44 — 29 Jul 2005 2:10:27 GMT

Looking for any information about Calvin Thompson, born 1773 in MA, died about 1858 in NY. According to an old family letter, "he was a sailor by trade. He had been in nearly all parts of the world". He had three sons, Hiram, of who nothing is known except that he lived in PA; Silas b, 17 February 1806 in Washington County, NY; and the third son, my John Bisbee, who was born 1807-1809 in Ostego County, NY. They were in Evans Center, Erie County, NY in the 1840 census. This last shows his son John and an elderly man 50-60 who would probably be Calvin, even though he would actually have been 67 at the time.

Lookin for any help at all including ship rosters, locations, spousal information, etc.

Captain [?] BROWN, father of Fitch BROWN (14 March 1796 - 19 June 1881)

M. J. Barber — 25 May 2003 9:55:33 GMT

I am looking for information on the father of Fitch BROWN (14 March 1796 - 19 June 1881). Fitch's obituary in the Seventh-day Baptists' "The Sabbath Recorder" states "[h]is father was a sea-captain and was drowned when...Fitch...was one year of age." This would put Captain BROWN's death between 1796 and 1798. Also, in the 1880 Federal census, Fitch had given his father's birthplace as Rhode Island. Considering his son's given name, Captain BROWN's wife or mother may have had FITCH as their maiden name.

ALBERT ARCAND-1st Mate aboard New Wngland Steamship Co.

LEARIZZI — 4 Apr 2005 4:02:49 GMT

This is my uncle and we have a photo of hum aboard ship.
I am looking for anyone who can give me information on him and his life. He was born around 1897 possibly Dedham or Fall River,Ma. Any help wpuld be much appreciated.

Searching for info on Joseph Hardy, shipbuilder & seaman

gmanae_1 — 27 Jul 2003 6:33:21 GMT

According to family history, my ancestor Joseph Hardy and his family were seafaring people as well as ship builders. I do not have any proof of this and am searching every avenue to find some type of verification. Joseph Hardy Sr was born in 1734 in New Hampshire. He married a Sarah Richards born 1741 dau of James and Sarah Foss Richards. Joseph died in Isleboro ME about 1841. He had at least two sons, Zachariah and Joseph Jr who were supposed to have carried on in their father's profession. I would treasure any information that would help me gain a better knowledge of this multi-great grandfather and his family and thier connection to the sea.

ALBERT ARCAND 1ST MATE ON NEW ENGLAND STEAMSHIP

LITTLEWHTDOVE — 25 Oct 2002 1:03:36 GMT

Searching for any info on Albert.
Rumor has it he was shot onboard ship.
Also rumor he never married.
looking for info on his life.He is my uncle and I have the family tree. I have a photo of crew on board steamship. Can email to anyone interested--THANK YOU

Mass. Rev. War Soldiers & Sailors Buried in Maine, Part 1

decann — 23 May 2003 2:11:33 GMT

Mass. Rev. War Soldiers & Sailors Buried in Maine, Part 5

decann — 23 May 2003 2:17:38 GMT

Mass. Rev. War Soldiers & Sailors Buried in Maine, Part 4

decann — 23 May 2003 2:16:06 GMT

Mass. Rev. War Soldiers & Sailors Buried in Maine, Part 3

decann — 23 May 2003 2:14:17 GMT

Mass. Rev. War Soldiers & Sailors Buried in Maine, Part 2

decann — 23 May 2003 2:12:53 GMT

Captain George P. Barber (1819 - 1891)

M. J. Barber — 9 May 2003 12:10:32 GMT

My great-great grandfather George P. Barber (24 April 1819 - 4 June 1891) is described in his obituary, published in the Narragansett (Rhode Island) Times of 11 June 1891, as having been "captain of three or four coasting vessels." It goes on to say "His last experience in that line was in the schooner Ezra D. Fogg, which sprang-a-leak off Long Branch, N. J., while taking a load of coal from Baltimore to Boston in April, 1867." (The ship capsized but the crew, and any passengers that were aboard, survived.) Can anyone tell me how best to find out what other ships Captain George commanded, and when? I would also like to know, since his *last* command was in 1867, whether he was one of the merchant mariners that the under-strength Union Navy recruited to help them enforce the blockade of the Southern ports.

Known Victims of the Portland Gale 1898

Mal — 25 Apr 2003 9:14:53 GMT

Capt. John Conley

normantripp99 — 24 May 2003 9:22:28 GMT

Seeking iinfo on Capt, John Conley -known to have died at sea on Brig "Atlas" 8-18-1865. --also on ship,home port,Owner,etc.

Disaster & Lost Lives, 1895

William T. Hill — 19 Feb 2003 2:43:00 GMT

Transcribed from the Halifax HERALD
GLOUCESTER, MASS.,MAY 9, 1895
LOST WITH ALL HANDS-The GLOUCESTER FISHING SCHOONER MILDRED LEE
Goes down with her crew of sixteen souls. Making a total of 72 fishermen lost from Gloucester since last November.
The schooner MILDRED LEE was today finally given up by her owners. She sailed from here for Grand Bank January 30th with a crew of sixteen men. The crew list was: William T. LEE, master, a native of Edgecomb, Me, leaves a widow and three children; Asa SWAIN, Canso,N.S., single; Thomas CLAUSEN, Sweden, single; John CHISHOLM, Judique, C.B., single; George GRANT, Burgeo,Nfld., single; Thomas and Richard WILLIAMS, brothers, natives of Bay Bulls, Nfld., single; Wallace GRINDLE, North Brooksville,Me., single; Patrick FAHA, [Furmose], Nfld., single; Michael CONNOLLY, [Lords] Cove, Nfld., single; Lawrence KING, St. Marys, Nfld., single; Charles alias Angus CAMERON, Sweden; John SIMMONSON, Sweden, leaves widow and two children in this city.; Chris JOHNSON, Finland, single. It is not surely known that Johnson was on the vessel. Fenwick WILLIAMS, Bay BULLS, single; John CAREY, [Whiteless] Bay, Nfld., single. Most of the men had parents and other relatives residing in the various places to which they belonged. The vessel was owned by Gardiner and Parsons and the master. She was built at Essex in 1891 and was valued at about $10,500 with outfit. There was insurance of $8,500 in the Boston Marine Insurance company. This makes a total of 72 fishermen lost from this port since, November 1, 1894.

Shipwrecks & Lost Lives,1872

William T. Hill — 18 Mar 2003 5:33:52 GMT

Shipwrecks & Lost Lives,1858

William T. Hill — 17 Mar 2003 11:45:37 GMT

schooner Starlight of Boston, Wellfleet. CSS Alabama

david_kew — 15 Mar 2003 2:39:25 GMT

HUBBARD, Captain Richard S.

Linda_Mesinar — 6 Jan 2004 6:10:30 GMT

Looking for any info on Captain Richard S. HUBBARD. He was my GGG Grandfather. Married Emaline Amelia DOUGLAS who was born 20 April 1812. They were from New England. I most likely have more info on exactly where but didn't have time to prepare before posting this. This is my first place I've checked for info as I'm just beginning my search for his history. Thank you for any info at all, Linda Mesinar... Shelbygma@aol.com

Disasters & Lost Lives,1858

William T. Hill — 20 Feb 2003 1:15:20 GMT

Leslie Emerson Chase

david_kew — 25 Jan 2003 8:38:38 GMT

1700s Salem/Marblehead ship "GOOOO"?

JanLSaremi — 11 Jan 2003 6:16:26 GMT

I hope someone can help. This is a strange name for a ship or boat and, in truth, I'm not even sure the "Goooo" IS a ship.

When my Grandfather, Jonathan Glover, died in Salem in 1736, an inventory of his estate shows that he owed
(because of a "lone") 44 pounds and 16 shillings "To the Trustees of ye Goooo." I would assume this was a fishing vessel of some sort and that Jonathan would have been part owner.

Thank you if you can provide any information about this ship
or if anyone else had a grandfather who sailed the seas in the Goooo, I'd love to hear from you.

Jan (Byard) Saremi

Abraham Joslyn died at sea on "Ye Good Fame"

Ruth Josselyn-Fleury — 16 Dec 2002 4:52:56 GMT

Interested in information on the ship "Ye Good Fame" My grandfather 9 times removed Abraham Joslyn died at sea on this ship. Would like more information on his death and the ship. He died off the Virginia coast. Was it a ship wreck or what? Thank you for any assistance. Ruth

Black Warrior to Zanzibar

meap6 — 11 Nov 2002 3:51:22 GMT

Any suggestions as to researching my g-g-g-grandfarther who was first mate on this ship?? He was John Downie, sailed Sept. 26 1839. Also on Barque Ellen.Lived in Salem MA. Only have his m. date 1838 and letter to ship Ellen informing him of s. birth 1844. Can find no d. rec. Would custom house rec. work? Thanks for any clues as how to proceed.

Gloucester Fisheries Disasters,1884

wthill32 — 26 Oct 2002 1:02:07 GMT

Captain Joseph Murray Harvey, Ship Mississippi and Brig Ann

jharvrun — 24 Oct 2002 6:26:14 GMT

I am looking for information on my ggrandfather, who was Captain of the Mississippi before 1833 while married to his first wife. I don't know her name, but I understand that she was the daughter of the Rhode Island governor. They had two children, before she died: Mary & William. His second wife was Ann Rebecca Dye, a Virginia belle and he named his ship after her: the brig Ann. She was 16 when they married in Maryland in 1833. They had 15 children, the first died when they were going around Cape Horn, South America. It was buried in South America. Out of the other 14 remainder Harvey children, I only know the name of my grandfather, James Murray Harvey. Captain Joseph Harvey later settled down in Baltimore, Maryland where he entered the Coal business. I don't know when he was born or died or where he is buried. I also do not have that information on my grandfather, James Harvey. Ant help would be appreciated.

Ship Lost off Cape Hatteras,1872

wthill32 — 21 Oct 2002 10:46:40 GMT

The Collector of Customs of Parrsboro [Nova Scotia] sends us the following, which was found by Capt. Daniel Cox, of Schooner "EMPRESS", enclosed in a bottle floating near Port Greville, in the Bay [of Fundy]. The original slip of paper is in the hands of the Collector - "Off Cape Hatteras, May 10, 1872 - Ship 'SARAH JANE', London, G.B. to New York, dismasted and water logged, no hope - Capt. Thomas"
Source - Halifax EVENING REPORTER, of 05 Oct.1872

James Webb, Sr.

sunkawakan — 28 Sep 2002 9:51:54 GMT

According to family legend, and a brief sketch in "Commerative Biographical Record of the Counties...", James Webb, Sr. was a mariner, native of New York, of English descent. Any help would be appreciated.

Yarmouth (Mass.) Register obits May 11, 1837

decann — 1 Apr 2003 12:02:28 GMT

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The following are obituaries taken from the Yarmouth (Mass.) Register 1836-1838
NOTE: ult. means "last month" or "previous month" - inst. means "this month" or "current month"

May 11, 1837
In Nantucket on Wednesday last, Capt. Obed FOLGER, aged 81 years.
On Thursday last, Mr. Joshua C. RIDDELL, aged 45.
In Plymouth on Sunday week, Miss Deborah, daughter of Mr. Samuel COLE, aged 18 years.
In East Sandwich on the 28th ult., Lucy S., wife of Joseph HOXIE 3rd, in the 35th year of her age.
In Natick, 12th ult., Mrs. Lydia GAY, 102. Her hair had been white with old age, but was returning to its original color, black. She left three children, 17 grandchildren and 27 great-grandchildren, and two of the 5th generation.
In Boston on Friday, after a short illness, Miss Huldah H. DEANE of Wellfleet, 28.
In Dorchester, on Sunday last, Miss Suvinnah TOLMAN, 60.
In Trieste, in March last, in consequence of injury received by a fall from the deck of the ship JOHN JAY, Capt. James GOODDAY of New York.

Seafarers named Hill

Mari — 25 Jul 2005 2:13:59 GMT

Hello!

I am looking for the parents of, and the county of origin for, Capt. David H. HILL (b. abt. 1840) and his brother, Capt. John S. HILL. Both were sea captains and both were born in Maine, but were in San Francisco as late as 1852 (then on to Seattle). According to the death certificate of Capt. David H. HILL, their parents were also born in "Maine," but their names are not given, nor their county of birth. Any help will be greatly appreciated.

Regards,

Mari Morrow

Capt Benjamin Hall Givens, Damarasicotta/Nobleborough, ME

BetsyWebber — 12 Oct 2004 12:51:31 GMT

I am looking for any info on Capt. Givens. He was b 1808 in Nobleborough, ME, son of Jesse Given and Hannah Clark; he was married to Mary Ann Hussey January 12, 1834; he died soon after 1849 leaving Mary Ann a widow at 39.

Capt. Thomas Bacon

Suzi Larson — 8 Aug 2002 2:51:00 GMT

Might anyone have info. on Capt. Thomas Bacon, b. Sullivan, ME, ca. 1810-1815? He master on ship "Ivy" out of Boston. This ship, I believe, was built 1834 Newburyport, MA. Thomas m. Mary Abby White. Any information on this family or of his career would be so appreciated.

Yarmouth (Mass.) Register obits January 27, 1842

decann — 1 Apr 2003 12:02:28 GMT

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NOT FOR REPRINT
Transcribed by Jane Mercier (bobret@gwi.net)
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The following are obituaries taken from the Yarmouth (Mass.) Register 1841-1846
NOTE: ult. means "last month" or "previous month" - inst. means "this month" or "current month"

January 27, 1842
In West Barnstable 28th ult., widow Deborah CROCKER, aged 75.
Jan. 1, Widow Deborah COLEMAN, aged 84.
In P'town, Jan. 13, of consumption, Mrs. Susanna, wife of Capt. Celus SMALL, aged 38.
In Pocasset on the 16th ult., Mr. Nathaniel WING, aged 88 years. Same day, Mr. Judah WING, aged 72. Mr. WING lived beloved and died lamented. He was a man of exemplary character and of unquestionable piety. He had been a worthy member of the Baptist Church in Pocasset from its organization and the religion which he had evinced in his life was his consolation and support in the hour of death. On the day of his interment his remains and also the remains of Mr. Nathaniel WING (his brother), were conveyed to the Baptist Meetinghouse where the funeral services were performed in the presence of a large and deeply affected congregation.
In East Dennis on Monday eve, 17th inst., Mr. Enoch H. CLARK, son of Thatcher CLARK, aged 21. His disease (a pulmonary one, contracted while on a voyage to South America in May last, he bore with Christian patience and resignation - without a murmur.)
In Woburn, Deacon Ebenezer LAWRENCE, a soldier of the Revolution, 84.

Yarmouth (Mass.) Register obits January 20, 1842

decann — 1 Apr 2003 12:02:28 GMT

Yarmouth (Mass.) Register obits January 13, 1842

decann — 1 Apr 2003 12:02:28 GMT

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The following are obituaries taken from the Yarmouth (Mass.) Register 1841-1846
NOTE: ult. means "last month" or "previous month" - inst. means "this month" or "current month"

January 13, 1842
In Yarmouth Tuesday morning, suddenly, Mrs. Mercy, wife of Capt. Sylvanus GAGE, about 40.
In New Bedford, Friday morning, Mrs. Hannah, wife of Mr. Benjamin LEWIS, formerly of Yarmouth, about 60 years.
In West Yarmouth, on Friday night last, Deacon Anthony CHASE, aged 83 years.
In Pocasset, 22d ult., Mary Jane, daughter of Mr. Edward LAWRENCE, aged about 1 year and 9 months.
In Boston on Sunday suddenly, much lamented, Russell FREEMAN, Esq., of Sandwich, 59. He complained of feeling slightly unwell in the morning, about two o'clock he complained of pain in the chest and appeared to be faint. He expired in about an hour and a half afterwards.
In Boston, Mr. John CHADWICK, 72.
In New York, 7th inst., Mr. Fred'k LEWIS, 28.
In Plymouth 5th inst., Miss Esther, daughter of Mr. Chandler HOLMES, aged 32 years.
In Scituate, 28th ult., Mr. Noah JENKINS, 65.
In Boston, Mrs. Elizabeth, wife of Capt. Winslow LEWIS, 70.
In South Boston, 8th inst., of scarlet fever, Henry H., youngest son of E.H. BAKER, 2 years.

Yarmouth (Mass.) Register obits January 5, 1842

decann — 1 Apr 2003 12:02:28 GMT

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The following are obituaries taken from the Yarmouth (Mass.) Register 1841-1846
NOTE: ult. means "last month" or "previous month" - inst. means "this month" or "current month"

January 5, 1842
In Brewster, 29th ult., Mr. Elkanah BANGS 3d, aged 45 years.
In Dennis on Sunday, Alvan NICKERSON Esq., Town Clerk, about 35 years.
In Orleans, 22d ult., Miss Rhoda, daughter of Capt. Luther NICKERSON, 19 years.
In Eastham, January 3d, Mr. Joshua P. ATWOOD, 59.
In Chatham on Sunday last, Capt. John HARDING, about 48. Mrs. Lucretia RIDER, about 38.
In North Chatham, 22d ult., Susan B., youngest daughter of Capt. T. RYDER, 5 years.
In Wellfleet, 26th ult., Capt. Elisha WILEY, 79.
In Chilmark, Miss Olivia, daughter of Mr. Cornelius TILTON, 22 years.
In Hyannis, 27th ult., Lewis L. FISH Jr., aged 8 years, son of Lewis L. FISH.
In South Dennis on Friday last, Capt. Freeman BAKER, aged 42 years.
In Milford, Elizabth TAYLOR, 83. She was a cripple for 67 years and never able to walk a step during that time.
In Lansinburg, New York, Mr. Elisha ELDRIDGE, 87. He was in the Battle of Bunker Hill.
In Ashfield, 17th ult., Mr. Elisha PARKER, 94, a Revolutionary pensioner, formerly of Yarmouth, Mass.

Yarmouth (Mass.) Register obits December 30, 1841

decann — 1 Apr 2003 12:02:28 GMT

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Transcribed by Jane Mercier (bobret@gwi.net)
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The following are obituaries taken from the Yarmouth (Mass.) Register 1841-1846
NOTE: ult. means "last month" or "previous month" - inst. means "this month" or "current month"

December 30, 1841
In Boston on Saturday last, Mrs. Lydia, widow of the late Mr. Daniel GOULD, 91.
In Lowell, Mr. Miall PARKER, 45. Mr. PARKER was one of the Parkers imprisoned some fifteen or twenty years since for the murder of a drover in Boston. He remained in prison, we believe, but two or three years, and was pardoned by Governor MORTON in 1825. He has since been a resident of Lowell engaged in the business of an upholsterer, and has sustained an unexceptionable character in his general intercourse with his fellow citizens.
In Westborough, 12th inst., of lung fever, after a sickness of five days, Miss Prudence HARDY, 64; and on the 15th of the same disease, after an illness of seven days, Miss Tabitha HARDY, 67. They were sisters, had lived together for many years in the same house, mutually attached by a strong and tender affection; and were both, on the same day, interred in the same grave. Their sickness was brief, and their death very sudden; but their lives were distinguished for piety and usefulness.
In Chelsea at the Naval Hospital, 22d inst., Amos OTIS, seaman, belonging to the U.S. schr GRAMPUS.
In Medford, Caleb BROOKS, 76.

Yarmouth (Mass.) Register obits December 23, 1841

decann — 1 Apr 2003 12:02:28 GMT

Schooner ' Mayflower' of Ipswich,MA

billd531 — 21 Jul 2002 12:20:48 GMT

Seeking info on this ship and it's owner, my ancestor, William Start of Ipswich,MA circa 1690's
Bill ( Start ) Duprey

Captain Andrew Newell, Ma. 1800 & ships America, Minerva

Peter Newell — 20 Jul 2002 5:59:36 GMT

Andrew Newell was captain of 'America' 1797, 'Minerva' 1800 and 'Isle Eramus' 1806. The owner/ agent of 'America' was Thos. Dickason of Boston who had some connection with Mr. Thorndike of Beverly. I believe these ships were all involved with the China Trade.

Andrew Newell married Martha Johnston, and in 1824 was resident of Charlestown village, Middlesex, Ma. Their son Andrew Hayward Newell came to Australia in 1855 as a merchant and commission agent, trading mainly with Boston.

Can anyone help me with information on Andrew Newell or tell me where I might find some records on these ships.

(Andrew Newell was my ggg grandfather, but I am having trouble finding any records of him, made more difficult searching from Australia).

Researching names; NEWELL, JOHNSTON, SPEAR, SOREN, VALENTINE in USA.

Any clues greatly appreciated
Peter Newell

Davis, Andrew J.

sknox31 — 6 Sep 2005 3:12:55 GMT

The marriage certificate (Brockton, MA 1849) for Andrew J. Davis and Bestey H. Brightman lists Andrew's occupation as a Mariner and that his residence was Tiverton, RI.. Any info would be greatly appreciated.
Sally

Yarmouth (Mass.) Register obits August 31, 1837

decann — 1 Apr 2003 12:02:28 GMT

Yarmouth (Mass.) Register obits August 24, 1837

decann — 1 Apr 2003 12:02:28 GMT

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NOT FOR REPRINT
Transcribed by Jane Mercier (bobret@gwi.net)
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The following are obituaries taken from the Yarmouth (Mass.) Register 1836-1838
NOTE: ult. means "last month" or "previous month" - inst. means "this month" or "current month"

August 24, 1837
In South Yarmouth, a son of Capt. Reuben BAKER, aged 5 months.
In South Dennis, Miss Adelaid JONES of Barry, aged 23 - she was a school teacher and highly respected in her profession and character.
Mr. Isaiah WIXON Jr., aged 20 years.
A son of Mr. Amos CROWELL, 2 years.
In Boston, Mr. William SYMONDS, 69.
In Wiscasset, Mrs. Victoria SHAW, 39.
In Naples, of the cholera, June 21st, Josiah ROGERS, Esq., of the house of Rogers Brothers of Marseilles.
In Edgartown, Miss Susan MAYHEW, 54.
At Jamaica Plains, Roxbury, Mr. John HALL, 43.
In Rowe, William TAYLOR, Esq., a Patriot of the Revolution, 84.
In Nottoway, Virginia, Jimmy,. an African, the property of Mrs.. Magaret MARSHALL, at the advanced age of 140 years or more, as believed by his mistress.

Yarmouth (Mass.) Register obits August 17, 1837

decann — 1 Apr 2003 12:02:28 GMT

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Transcribed by Jane Mercier (bobret@gwi.net)
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The following are obituaries taken from the Yarmouth (Mass.) Register 1836-1838
NOTE: ult. means "last month" or "previous month" - inst. means "this month" or "current month"

August 17, 1837
In Barnstable, Mrs. Dorcas HIGGINS, wife of the late Capt. Barnabas HIGGINS of Orleans, 38.
In Wellfleet on the 7th inst., Mrs. Sarah N., wife of Mr. Solomon HOLBROOK, aged 30.
In Sandwich 10th inst., Robert Rantoul, son of William H. FESSENDEN, Esq., aged 15 months.
In Nantucket, Seth C., son of Capt. George CLARK, aged 21.
In Plymouth on Tuesday last, Mr. Thomas JACKSON Jr., aged 80 years.
In Tiverton on the 28th ult., Miss Bathsheba HOWLAND, daughter of the late Mr. John HOWLAND.
In Lowell, Mrs. Frances, relict of the late Hon. Fisher AMES, 74.
In Medford, 9th inst., Rev. Levi PRATT, Pastor of the 2nd Congregational Society in that town, aged 37.
In Boston on Friday morning last, Capt. Isaiah SKINNER, about 65 - for many years master of a packet from that place to Belfast.
Mr. Charles C. BERNARD, 22.
On board schr BONNY BOAT, July 21st, of billious fever, on his passage from Matagorda to New Orleans, Mr. William SHAW, son of Rev. Philander SHAW of Eastham, Massachusetts, 27.
Died in Eastham, 11th inst.. of typhus fever, Joshua P. ATWOOD, only child of Joshua P. ATWOOD, Esq., aged 20 years.

Yarmouth (Mass.) Register obits August 10, 1837

decann — 1 Apr 2003 12:02:28 GMT

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Transcribed by Jane Mercier (bobret@gwi.net)
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The following are obituaries taken from the Yarmouth (Mass.) Register 1836-1838
NOTE: ult. means "last month" or "previous month" - inst. means "this month" or "current month"

August 10, 1837
In Barnstable on Saturday last, Mrs. Rhoda MARSTON, wife of Mr. Edward MARSTON.
In Hyannis Port, Mr. David Scudder of the firm of Scudder & Park, Boston, aged 27.
Killed by the upsetting of a cart, the only son of Mr. John ROBBINS of Harwich, aged 7 years.
In Provincetown, Mrs. Isabella NICKERSON, aged 85 years.
In Dartmouth, Freeborn SHERMAN of the Society of Friends, 47.
In Providence, Miss Eliza J. PHINNEY, formerly of Barnstable, 36.
In Kingston, Miss Sally F. COOK, daughter of Capt. Ira COOK, aged 26.
Mrs. Sylvia DREW, aged 72.
In Boston, Tristram BARNARD, Esq., 88.
Lost overboard from schr PILOT on her passage from Philadelphia to Boston, Mr. Charles MARTIN.
In Lexington, 31st ult., Mr. Marshall REED, 22.

Yarmouth (Mass.) Register obits August 3, 1837

decann — 1 Apr 2003 12:02:28 GMT

Yarmouth (Mass.) Register obits July 27, 1837

decann — 1 Apr 2003 12:02:28 GMT