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AARON--I am looking for some information on william chestly AARON b. 1896 married loni? and died 1987 he lived in pineywoods as far as i know all of his life. For more information, contact Tyra White at tyra.white2@gte.net or at 8910 Morning Glory Trail Dora, Al. 35062.

ABERCROMBIE--SEARCHING GEORGE B. ABERCROMBIE MARRIED FEB.1872 ALABAMA JOSEPHINE BAKER OR JOSEPHINE BAKER (1848-1928 lA.PLESE E-MAIL OLDBUD3@AOL.COM For more information, contact WARREN BAKER at OLDBUD3@AOL.COM or at 205 PRIMROSE LANE FAIRVIEW HGTS.,IL. 62208.

ABERNATHY, BURCHFIELD--Searching for any information on Viola ABERNATHY,b July 24, 1887 in Alabama. She later moved to AR and married Rufus Alexander BURCHFIELD. Together they had eight children, Aileen, Gladys, Anna Bea, Francis, James R., Floy L., Joe M., and Norma S. Any information would be appreciated. For more information, contact Brenda Burchfield - Sutton at natureofthings@webtv.net

ABLE/ABEL--ABLE/ABEL: Seeking info regarding parents/sibs of Moses ABLE/ABEL - b ca 1801 S.C., m. Elizabeth (Betsy) McHenry Knox Co., TN 1823. Living in Benton (Calhoun) Co., AL 1850. Moved family to near Pinson, Jefferson Co., AL before 1860. For more information, contact Ernie Abel at eabel4357@aol.com or at 4357 Crabtree Church Road Molino, FL 32577.

ABLES/ABLE--Seeking info on parents of William M. (Bill) Ables, b. 10-19-29 Monroe Co., TN, m. Regina Colvin 1853 Benton Co., AL, d. 1912 Hokes Bluff, AL. Served in Civil War - 11th Alabama Cavalry - prisoner Rock Island, IL - brother James Ables also in 11th Alabama Cav. Bill Ables also served as Etowah County Comissioner. For more information, contact Ernie Abel at eabel4357@aol.com or at 4357 Crabtree Church Road Molino, FL 32477.

ADAIR HUDSON--My GGGrandmother was Sarah Caldonia ADAIR. Born in Talladega County near Sycamore in 1853. She married John Wesley HUDSON in Gainsville GA in 1877. I know there are still some ADAIRS in the area as I passed through that area a few years ago but did not have time to investigate. Would appreciate any help in locating long lost relatives just to chat and catch up on family ties. Snail mail is Don NELSON 7970 Lad Parkway Brooklyn Park, MN 55443. E-mail dnelson208@aol.com

ADAMS, BLACKBURN--"Josephine T. Adams was born in AL in 1824 & married Henry S. Blackburn (from Tenn or Va) in Dallas Co. AL on 6-11-1846. The 1850 Dallas Co. census lists them as having W.J.,2M & A.A.5/12F." For more information, contact Debbie Garner at dgarner7@juno.com or at 300 McCormick Ave., Hawkinsville,GA 31036.

ADAMS--Researching family of John William ADAMS, born 4 Oct 1839 in GA or AL. By 1849 John William was living in Tallapoosa Co., AL, then in Elmore Co., AL, in 1880, and in Collin Co., TX, in 1900. Married Nancy J., (probably daughter of John HOWELL and Caroline COBB) about 1868. Children: Mary, Susan (or Stella or Susan Estelle), Joseph, and John Brackenridge. John William died 27 Feb 1920 in Hall Co., TX. Would like to share information. For more information, contact Jo Davis at joadavis@mindspring.com

ALDRIDGE CLARK SEXTON THORNTON--Martin W. ALDRIDGE b.1812 m. Adaline THORNTON and had ten children 1) Richard b. 1843 2) James b.1845 3)Polly b.1844 4) Nancy b. 1846 5) Ann Cassa b. 1850 6) Isham P. b. 1853? 7) Frances b.1851 8) Bashaba b. 1853 9) Henry b. 1856 10)Franklin b. 1859; Isham Prince Henry ALDRIDGE m. Mary Biggers. Second wife was a widow of Henry N. Clark: Manda O. Sexton Clark. Manda had two children 1) Mamie Clark and 2) Burie Clark. Manda had one child with Isham: Glen b. 1901 d. 1984. For more information, contact Aja Choi at aja0525@aol.com or at 4636 N. Dover Street Chicago, IL 60640.

ALDRIDGE--ALFERD ALDRIDGE b. 1823 Madison Co. Alabama d July 21, 1888 Delta, Colorado, James Milton 1844 Alabama, Mary Sarah Elizabeth 1848, Manerva A. 1851,William Franklin 1855,John 1860,George Alferd 1865, Willis Leonard 1870,Albert Ross 1876,Charles Milton 1877,Etta Mae 1879,Nora Ellen 1881, Walter Robert 1887.Lookin for his father and mother.Brother MILTON GILES ALDRIDGE b. April 16, 1825 Morgan County, Alabama For more information, contact Ann Waite at crtepe@email.msn.com

ALEXANDER,PARKER--I am looking for the parents and siblings of James Riley ALEXANDER b 1818 in Mobil Al. James married Sarahann Parker b 1823 in Covington Co Miss. they moved to Tx in 1850 where they lived the rest of their lives. For more information, contact Marsha Alexander May at MMAY460175@AOL.COM or at 2165 Alexander Rd. Silsbee Texas 77656.

ALEXANDER; CHITWOOD--William Calvin ALEXANDER b. 15 Jan 1898 in Ala. d. 9 Mar 1954 Marietta, GA, Cobb Co. His father, Albert M. ALEXANDER and mother Laura (CHITWOOD) m. Cedartown, GA. moved to Ala. (unknown) before William's birth. William had two brothers, Emmit & Lee and three sisters, Linnie, Annie, and Ovell. All returned to DeKalb Co, GA. at a later date. For more information, contact William D. Menges at mom-dave@tc3net.com or at 1201 Carriage Dr. Tecumseh, Mi. 49286.

ALEXANDER--It is my understanding that my great-great-great grandparents (Parker ALEXANDER and Amanda GRIGGETT) were married in Alabama in 1826. I am trying to verify this and find out which county they were married. I would appreciate any help. Thanks. For more information, contact Mark Alexander at Mark.Alexander@teamefogm.redstone.army.mil.

ALEXANDER--John ALEXANDER b. about 1812 in S. Carolina. Married Hanna CASTLEBERRY 8/16/1849 in Calhoun Cty, Al. Children Isabella (1851), Ann (1852), William (1854), Nelson (1855) Elias (1857) Elsie (1860) For more information, contact Gayle Mullikin at Gayle987@aol.com

ALEXANDER--Seeking Marriage records on Parker Alexander and Amanda GRIGGETT. It is my understanding that they were married in Alabama in 1826. I would like confirmation of this and the county of marriage. Thanks. For more information, contact Mark Alexander at mark_alexander@TeamEFOGM.redstone.army.mil

ALLEN--SEARCHING MARTHA ASILITA ALLEN MARRIED 1844 LAMBERT WILLIAM BAKER (nc AND AL.)PLEASE E-MAIL OLDBUD3@AOL.COM For more information, contact WARREN BAKER at OLDBUD3@AOL.COM or at 205 PRIMROSE LANE FAIRVIEW HGTS, IL. 62208.

ALLEN -- Mark Johnson ALLEN (son of Henry and ? PATIANS ALLEN) m. Mahala FARRAR (dau of George and Nancy BOLLING FARRAR) @ 1816 in Clarke Co, GA. Their first 6 children were said to have bee born in Perry Co, AL. They were: 1. Nancy Bolling ALLEN @1820, 2. Jordan E. @1821, 3. George Y. @1824, 4. F. Mahala @1828, 5. Andrew J. @1831 and Milly @1835. The family moved to MS where their last 3 children were born. Jorenedon@yahoo.com

ALLEN & HESTER--Researching Evan ALLEN born between 1790-1800. Listed in the 1840 census of Pickins Co. He died in 1843 Fowel River, Mobile Co. He married 21 March 1822 in Lawrence Co. to Tyrena HESTER, she died 5 May 1889 in Mobile. Evan was the son of Arron Allen Sr. and Hannah. Arron Allen died in Lawrence Co. in ca 1822 and Hannah then married Samuel BROWN. Any help will be appreciated. Dolly cherio@hal-pc.org

ALLEN & HITT--My Great Grandfather was Charles Allen, came to Pickens County from North Carolina in about 1860. Married (or so was said) Sallie Hitt (not sure of spelling). Sallie died about 1875 or 76 and Charles remarried in about 1880. Any info on Sallie Hitt would be appreciated. Thanks. fallen@ih2000.net

ALLEN, FARRAR, BOLLING, PARTIANS--Mark Johnson ALLEN (son of Henry and ? PARTIANS ALLEN) m. Mahala FARRAR (dau of George and Nancy BOLLING FARRAR) abt.1816 in Clark Co, GA. Their first 6 children were said to have been born in Perry Co, AL. They were: 1. Nancy Bolling ALLEN b.abt 1816 2. Jordan E. b. abt. 1821 3. George Y. b. abt. 1824 4. F. Mahala b. abt. 1828 5. Andrew b. abt. 1831 and 6. Milly b. abt. 1835. The family moved to MS where their last 3 children were born. Any info. on these ALLEN, PARTIANS, FARRAR, or BOLLING lines? Jorene Williams Jorenedon@yahoo.com

ALLEN--Thomas Madison Lafayette ALLEN, moved into Alabama from Georgia cir.1854 his brother George Wiley ALLEN may have move with him. T.M.L.ALLEN had one known son. John T. Allen, located in Calhoun County, Al. during the 1860's. Any information on these families woul be appreciated. Paul Wright -- w1937@mindspring.com

ALLISON, BATTLE, EPHRAM, MCKINSLEY--Any information pertaining to individuals with the above noted surnames. These individuals are of an Indian/Black descent. They were located in the Barbour and Russell County areas. All information appreciated. For more information, contact Barbara Lynn Battle at Gauxlynn or at 2431 Montana Avenue #8 Cincinnati, OH 45211.

ALLISON--Searching for family of John ALLISON who were in Limestone Co. in late 1700's. John ALLISON b 1760/1770, d 1838 Limestone Co. m 1st Elizabeth ? b 1 Aug 1766, d 28 May 1835, Limestone Co. m 2nd Isabella Adams 18 Jan 1838. Any help on this line appreciated. For more information, contact Pat Treadwell at pjt@door.net or at P.O.Box 595 Tahoka, TX 79373.

AMBROSE--SEARCHING JAMES LONG AMBROSE (1850-1921) MARRIED CASSIE DANIE BAKER IN WEBSTER PAR.,LA., D/O CYRUS BAKER. PLEASE E-MAIL OLDBUD3@AOL.COM For more information, contact WARREN BAKER at OLDBUD3@AOL.COM or at 205 PRIMROSE LANE FAIRVIEW HGTS, ILL. 62208.

ANDERSON, LOTT--James William ANDERSON, ca 1820's, married Elizabeth LOTT, 1843 in Benton County, Alabama. They were in Randolph County, Ala. in 1850 census and later in Talladega County (Clay County now). He is believed to have been killed in Civil War and wife and family moved to Bell County, Texas. According to census children were: Wiley, Mary, Francis, & Margarete. Please contact me if you have these people in your line --I can't find anything! For more information, contact Barbara Morris at HALLA1001@aol.com or at 13403 Vista Bonita San Antonio,Texas 78216.

ANDERSON, MELVIN--Jimmie Eula ANDERSON b. late 1800's in probably North Carolina. Is at least 50% native american. Married Daniel James MELVIN, lived in Megargle, Ala. close to Monroeville. children include Daniel James, Jr., Oria, Irbia, Van, and Quinn. Later moved to Titusville Florida. Cannot locate information on Jimmie Eula and her family. Her parents may not have been married if one parent was a native american. For more information, contact Richard E. Davis at rdavis@az.swc.kcom.edu

ANDERTON --My name is Charles E Stark and I am researching the surname ANDERTON in TX and AL as follows: Levi D ANDERTON b: 1855 d: 1901 in Garland, Dallas Co, TX married M E (surname unknown) b: 1858 d: 1934 in Garland, Dallas Co, TX. Their child Jessie Ernest ANDERTON b: 1880 in Alabama d: 1936 in Dallas, Dallas County, Texas married Ora BLAIR b: Mar 12, 1886 in Lone Oak, Hunt Co, TX d: Mar 26, 1964 in Garland, Dallas County, TX. Contact: Charles E. Stark, chazs@mcione.com

ARCHILLES--Charles ARCHILLES, b 1785 in Penn., W. Mary b. 1805 in Georgia. Childern: Heuldah 20, Caroline 18, George 16, Julia 14, Almeda 9, Katharine 5. Taken from 1850 census Andalusa, Covington Co.,Al. For more information, contact Dian Granberg at irish@arn.net or at 3419 Linda, Amarillo, Texas 79109.

ARLEDGE--Three brothers ,Harmon, Henry, & Tom ARLEDGE moved to Tex in 1860s from somewhere in Ala. with mother Eliza. Do not have fathers name. Someone in Ala. query please help. For more information, contact Joy Moore at joydm@web.com or at Rt 2 Bx 248D, Karnack, Tx. 75661.

ARMSTRONG, Elias_William_Robert. Elias ARMSTRONG b. Abt 1829, Coosa Co. AL., d. 1852/53?, buried I think in Coosa Co., AL. Elias married Virginia Elizabeth Duran on 22 Oct 1846, Coosa Co.?..Virginia Elizabeth DURAN b. 11 Aug 1832, Coosa Co. AL?. Elias ARMSTRONG is the son of William ARMSTRONG, b. 1803 and married Elizabeth ? b. Abt 1801, SC. William is the son of Robert ARMSTRONG married Elizabeth ?. Robert ARMSTRONG is the son of William ARMSTRONG. Any one having any information on any of these people, I will appreciate your time and knowledge. I may Email me or write me: Marilyn Dunn-Jenkins, 14906 CR 2215, Tyler, TX 75707-6836 For more information, contact Marilyn Dunn-Jenkins at marilyn@tyler.net or at 14906 CR 2215 Tyler, TX 75707-6836.

ARMSTRONG--I am looking for a relative named ARMSTRONG (male). He was apparently alive during the Civil War. He married a Creek Indian. They had several daughters. One of them married a PRICE. Am trying to verify Native American heritage. Any information will be helpful. For more information, contact al at al_adair@mindspring.com

ARMSTRONG , MORGAN, BALDWIN-- I am searching for the parents and siblings of O.B. ARMSTRONG, born 1815, Alabama, died Lee County, Ms. wife, Mary born 1826 S.C. Their daughter, Sarah Indiana ARMSTONG, born 26 Aug. 1845 Lee Co. Ms. died 11 Aug. 1943, Wister, Leflore Co. Ok. married 20 Dec. 1864, Ms. to John Berry MORGAN, born 29 Aug. 1837 S.C. died 23 Dec. 1895 Wister, Ok. Would certainly appreciate any help on the ARMSTRONGS. Would like to know what the O.B. stands for. Thank you, Gladys Turman, Rt. 2 Box 1640, Mannford, Ok. or famres31@msn.com

ARMSTRONG, BARKER, BOWMAN, BURKE, COOPER, CALFY, COWARD, CHANCE, DANIELS, GOSSAGE, HUDSON, STUBBLEFIELD, THOMPSON--Seeking descendants of Absalom ARMSTRONG b. 1815 GA, m. Olly -?-, b. 1823 GA, they are on the 1850 Census Jefferson Co., AL. Issue 8 children, all b. Jefferson Co., AL: Nancy C., b. 1835; *James Henry b. July 1838 came to Lamar Co., TX; Emeline S. b. 1839; Kitsy C., b. 1840; Andrew J., b. 1843; Hiram, b. 1845; *William M., b. 10 Sept 1847; and Charnol? (dau) b. July 1850. Please see seperate query for information on * James Henry and * Wm. M. ARMSTRONG of Lamar Co., TX. Please contact Jan Cooper Greer, 126 James Greer Rd., Nacogdoches, TX 75964, e-mail: jgreer@inu.net or jgreer@iname.com. URL for the Greer & Cooper Homepage: http://www.familytreemaker.com/users/g/r/e/Jan-Cooper-Greer/ . For more information, contact Jan Cooper Greer at jgreer@inu.net or at 126 James Greer Rd., Nacogdoches, TX 75964.

ARNETT-GANIE--CHARLE and JANE ARNETT, lived in Shelby County in 1860, had a son CHARLES ELMORE ARNETT, b: 9/4/1860 he married LOU GANIE. Late moved to MS For more information, contact Faye Rouse at Quodon@aol.com or at 8468 Blatchford Rd Watervliet, MI 49098.

ARNETT-CORDEL--CHARLES/CHARLEY ARNETT b: 9/4/1860 Shelby County, Ala. married LOU GANNIE CORDLE, date unknown, a son SAMUEL LEE ARNETT, b: Shelby County, Ala. 2/15/1889 where in Ala. were they married and who were their other children. For more information, contact Don Rouse at Quodon@aol.com or at 8468 Blatchford Rd Watervliet, MI 49098.

ARNOLD,William Dulin b.23 Feb.1873 d.25 May 1965 m.Harriet Elizabeth JOYNER.I am looking for William's mother Martha ARNOLD.The only info.I have on her is her name and hear say.Legend says she was a Cherokee Indian.They lived in Butler Co.Alabama.All help is appreciatted. ckur141550@aol.com

ARRINGTON-- Edward Alexander ARRINGTON b.5/1/1861 in Alabama m. Mary (Mollie) Hester HOLLEY, b.1885. Edward's father Jimmy ARRINGTON mother Mattie STEED Moved to Texas at sometime. Children: (1) Johnny J (2) Vernon Edgar (3) Martha Kay (4) Velma Joyce (5) Hallie (6) Joyce (7) Bonnie Kay (8) Lucy (9) William Grady For more information, contact pam arrington webb at pamsy@koyote.com or at po box 102, cumby, tx 75433.

ASHBERRY: ASHBERRY, Joseph b:1833 in AL, lived with FRANKLIN family in 1850 AL Census, m: Abt 1855 to NICKLESS, Martha A. b:1833. Was living in Wood Co., TX, by 1861. Why did he leave AL? Who were the FRANKLIN family? He died Abt 1885. Trying to determine his marriage location and identity and origin of his parents. He was my Great-great-grandfather. James ASHBERRY, 211 West I Ave, N. Little Rock, AR 72116-8103. e-mail: goodcook@chef.net

ATKINSON, SUNDAY--Want to find parents of Martha Jane ATKINSON, b. AL ca 1825-1835. M. John SUNDAY and was in FL by 1850. Children Thomas, Nancy, Benjamin, James, Frances Virginia, Louisa Bathsheba. Any information or clues gratefully appreciated. For more information, contact Kathleen K. Marsh at kmarsh@innet.com or at 6120 Smiley St., Brooksville, FL 34609-8513.

ATTAWAY, EVERS--ELISHA ATTAWAY born in la apt.1855.MARTHA EVERS la. b.1856.dau.of william evers b.apt.1836 in ala. any information on ATTAWAY OR EVERS.THEIR CHILDREN WERE BORN MILLER CO. ARK thank you for your time,jo ann conley For more information, contact jo ann conley at fanian@bellsouth.net or at 9326 forbing rd. shreveport,la.71106.

ATWELL OTWELL--Just started research on the ATWELL or OTWELL family. (Name changed c. 1860) Specifically, Benjamin D. ATWELL was in Chambers County in 1840, Randolph County in 1850, and Calhoun County in 1860. From there ATWELL / OTWELL moved to Choctaw County, Mississippi by 1870. Son William ATWELL remained in Alabama a little longer. Other ATWELL's are of interest because they often provide clues. For more information, contact Alicia DeNood Ayer at adenood@ibm.net or at 125 Main Street Haydenville, MA 01039.

AUTRY/AUTREY--George W AUTRY b 1805, son of Cornelius AUTRY, m a Mary Ann ? (believed to be Cherokee Ind) in Calhoun/Benton Co AL about 1825. Seeking the surname of Mary Ann. One dtr was named Cynthia Freeman AUTRY which is an unusual name for a girl. May be Mother's maiden name. Any info appreciated. For more information, contact Diane Ethridge at deae@lcc.net or at 335 So Rivershire Dr Conroe TX 77304.

AVANT, Frances of Dallas County Alabama. By October 1828 he is deceased leaving (5) children as minor heirs (1) Mary AVANT (2) Ann AVANT (3) Lucy AVANT (4) Nathan AVANT and (5) John C. AVANT. The first guardian appointed was a James M. Morris in Oct. 1828 and then a John G. O'Neal in Dec 1835. At the time in Oct 1828 the mother was still living but her name is not known. I am looking for death date, probate records or cemetery inscriptions for Frances AVANT. I am looking for his marraige record with estimated date of marrige possibly ca. 1810-1812. I do not know if the children lived with their guardians or with their mother. I would also be interested in marraige information for children (1-4). ccsmith@cei.net

AWBREY-BATTLES--Seeking any info on the family of Chandler L. Awbrey, b. June 1839 in St. Clair Co., AL. He was the son of Chandler Awbrey and Sarah Jane Wharton. He married Adeline Battles, b. 1843, on 15 March 1891 in Blount County, AL. The family moved to Arkansas and were there in Sebastion Co. Ark in 1900. They had son named James, b. October 1875 who married May ?, b. April 1882. James and May had a daughter named Mythe B., b. Sept 1899. Could not find any mention of family anywhere after 1900. For more information, contact John C. Awbrey at awby239@aol.com or at 2673 Rexford St. E., Hokes Bluff, AL 35903-7356.

AWBREY-BOTHWELL-WHARTON--Seeking any info on family of Arrianda E. AWBREY, b. January 1837in St. Clair Co., AL, daughter of Chandler AWBREY and Sarah Jane WHARTON. Arrianda married Ebenezer BOTHWELL on 12 February 1857 in St. Clair Co., AL. Ebenezer was a confederate soldier in the Civil War. They had three known children, James C., b. 1858; Sarah E., b. 1860; and William W., b. March 1862. For more information, contact John C. Awbrey at Awby239@aol.com or at 2673 Rexford St. E., Hokes Bluff, AL 35903-7356.

AWBREY-WHARTON--Seeking info on James Dixon AWBREY, b. 1824/1827 in St. Clair Co., AL, son of Chandler AWBREY and Sarah Jane WHARTON. James was a confederate soldlier during the Civil War. Last mention on him was deed transfer in Etowah Co. AL about 1874. For more information, contact John C. Awbrey at Awby239@aol.com or at 2673 Rexford Street E., Hokes Bluff, AL 35903-7356.