1997 Queries

1997 Jan 31 Cheryl Nilsson

FOX, Richard C. (or possible John Richard). He was born circa 1827 in La. Not sure of the parish but he moved to Garland Co. Ar around 1870 and then to Clark Co., Ar around 1880. He married Nancy Deaton. Can anyone help me trace him?

1997 Feb 26 DEBORAH LEE NEWELL BURNETTE

I AM RESEARCHING THE FOLLOWING FAMILY NAMES: NEWELL, BRITT, WOOTEN, MCDANIEL, GRIFFIN, REEMS, LEE, WEATHERSBY, COFFEY AND BEAUBET. SEVERAL FAMILIES FROM SW MISSISSIPPI MIGRATED ACROSS THE RIVER TO TENSAS PARISH AS WELL AS GILBERT, LA. IN FRANKLIN PARISH. I AM PARTICULARLY INTERESTED IN DESCENDANTS OF WILLIAM NEWELL. THANKS!

1997 Apr 29 DEBORAH LEE NEWELL BURNETTE
I am glad to see FRANKLIN PARISH up and running!! I descend from many folks buried in OAKLEY CEMETARY in GILBERT, LA. I am researching the REEMS/REEMES family. Anyone researching the family of JOHN REEMS please E-MAIL me. My Surnames are: NEWELL, BRITT, WOOTEN, MATTHEWS, SMITH, GRIFFIN, REEMS, LEE, WEATHERLY, COFFEY, BEAUBET, DAY, LOFTON. I am also interested in a listing of names of persons buried in OAKLEY CEMETARY in GILBERT.

1997 Aug. 7 Deborah Lee Newell Burnette
I am researching the REEMS/REEME/REEMES families of Gilbert, La. and Miss. I recently discovered that there is a book titled, "DESCENDANTS of JOHN REEME of PA. and JANE LEE of MS." I would like to find a copy of this book. Anyone researching REEMES/REEMS family please e-mail me. Thanks!

1997 Feb 12 Del Dean
I would like to hear from people doing research or are related to the WAGNON family. My gggrandfather, BAYLOUS WAGNON, born in South Carolina in 1808 and wife ELIZABETH ANN born in Mississippi in 1816 with their family lived in Franklin Parrish in the 1860's. BAYLOUS died before December of 1864. His daughters, ROSEILLA and ELIZABETH married two brothers, DAVID SIMS and BENJAMIN SIMS in Franklin Parrish in December 1864. I would very much like to share information on the WAGNON family.

1997 Mar 24 Rena Anderson Pittman
McCLANAHAN / HAMPTON I would appreciate any information concerning James McCLANAHAN, born (c)1795, estate probated in 1836, and his wife Clarissa _____born (c) 1795 Tn. They settled in Ouachita Parish between 1820 and 1830. Sarah Eliza McCLANAHAN was born 6 Feb 1826, La., died 7 April 1887 Richland Parish La. James McCLANAHAN is listed in the 1830, Ouachita Parish La. census. In 1840 Ouachita Parish La. census, Clarissa is listed with their son, John A. McCLANAHAN. In 1850 Ouachita Parish census, residence nr.288, Clarissa McCLANAHAN, age 51, born in Tn Sarah Eliza McCLANAHAN and William HAMPTON married 7 July 1843, in Winnsboro, Franklin Parish La. William HAMPTON, and wife Sarah, listed in 1850 Franklin Parish La. census Clara HAMPTON born 26 July 1856, Winnsboro, Franklin Parish La. Please contact rena@rapidramp.com with any information.

1997 May 8 Rena Anderson Pittman
ANDERSON, McCLANAHAN, WOOD, BEAVERS, HAMPTON, William HAMPTON, born 1 Aug. 1808 Tn. (county unknown), and Sarah McClanahan, born 6 June 1826 La., married 7 July 1843, Winnsboro, Franklin Parish La. William was a farmer, and I have been told he was also sherrif of Franklin Parish La. Clara HAMPTON, born 26 July 1857, married 14 Sept 1876, William Henry ANDERSON, born 28 June 1847 La. Henry ANDERSON was born 20 Sept 1880, Wade ANDERSON, born 1878, and Wesley ANDERSON born 1882 all in Winnsboro, Franklin Parish La. William Henry ANDERSON was married to ___Pleasant, and Mary Shaw before marrying Clara. Parents of William Henry ANDERSON were H.P.ANDERSON and Mary WOOD. Mary died between 1847 and 1850, and was reportedly the daughter of Matthew WOOD and __. Parents of William HAMPTON were Preston HAMPTON born (c) 1777 NC died Lincoln Co Tn 1859 and SALLY BEAVERS, born 3 April, 1788 NC, died Lincoln Co. Tn, 6 July 1830. Preston HAMPTON and Sally BEAVERS were married in Williamson Co Tn, 1 Sept. 1807. Sally was the daughter of William BEAVERS Sr. Parents of Sarah McClanahan were James McCLANAHAN and his wife Clarissa moved to La. between 1820 and 1830. James McClanahan's estate was probated in 1836. The 1850 Census, Ouchita Co., LA, lists: Clarissa McCLANAHAN age 51, born in Tennessee(c) 1799 (county unknown). Any information will be greatly appreciated. Thank you for your time and consideration. Rena Anderson Pittman, rena@rapidramp.com searching for: McCLANAHAN, KITCHENS, GARRISON, GLAZNER, BEAVERS, ANDERSON, HAMPTON, WOOD, and others

1997 Apr 28 Robert Crook
Researching EDWARD PARKER (ca 1821-1891) in Franklin Parish. Married (1) Angeline Norred (2) Adeline ("Addie") Ashley in 1864. Children from first marriage reaching adulthood included William Oliver and Elizabeth. Only children surviving to adulthood from second marriage included Robert Lee (R. Lee) Parker (1866-1933), Eliza, Elizabeth ('Lizzie') Edward jr., Mary A., and Charlotte ('Lotta'/'Curlotta'). Any info on this family would be appreciated and exchanged. Edward Parker sr. owned several properties in the area including Duck Pond Plantation and Eutah, later moved to Natchez, MS.

1997 Apr 30 Michael Elkins
Looking for information on surname Elkins. Cecil Herbert Elkins or surname Lewallen. Edna Mae Lewallen. Anything you know would be a great help!

1997 May 1 N. Wayne Cosby
Franklin Sharpshooters - I am seeking information on men that served in the Franklin Sharpshooters, a company of men raised in Franklin Parish during the Civil War. They became Company E of the 8th Louisiana Infantry. Among the many men that served in this fine unit were German A. Lester, Newton Z. Guice, Joseph Bryan, Marcus Short, James and Samuel Baggett, Charles Small, several members of the Barfield family, A. J. Ensminger, and members of the following families: Ford, Fishel, Haas, Jolly, Kapps, Moore, Nestor, Oglethorpe, Price, Scott, Suddeth, Thorn, West, Youngblood and many more. I am seeking biographical and genealogical information for a regimental history of this fine Regiment and want as much info on the men as possible. Thank you.

1997 May 3 smith
I am looking for information on Dorse SMITH, who lived in Winnsboro, LA. in 1939. It is probable that "Dorse" was a nickname. He was listed in the obituary of Mr. Isom "Ike" Smith as being his brother. However, this is almost certainly a mistake, it is more probable that he was his son or nephew. Dorse would have been born in MS, and had a relative, possibly a brother or cousin living in Silicy Island, LA during this same time. Dorse is one of the many descendants of Tommy "Briar-Patch" Smith of Lincoln CO. Dorse could be one of the 217 great grandchildren descendent from Tommy. And is one of two, who lived for a while in LA, all others remained in Lincoln County and around the Brookhaven area. Any information on "Dorse" and his family would very useful and greatlly appreciated.

1997 May 17 Dan Richardson
I have been trying unsuccessfuly I may add, to find out the name of William Wallace Richardson's parents. William was born in 1825 and is buried in Oakley Cemetary, near Gilbert, La. I do not know where he was born. Do any of your records have any information about the parents of Wm. W. Richardson's parents. Dan Richardson

1997 Jul 27 Joyce Willis Higgins
WILLIS. I am trying to find my great grandfather. I do not know his name but his wife's name was Martha Willis. She was a school teacher in the Crowville area in the early 1900's. I will share any information on the Willis family that I have.

1997 Jul 31 Leola E. Williams
Looking for any information on the following: Elizabeth JACQUOT who married Ed CARROLL, Homer JACQUOT who married Mamie HUBERT, Roger JACQUOT who married Regina CARROLL, John CARROLL who married Katherine Jones, Regis CARROLL who married Mary CHARLES, and Adele JACQUOT who married Joseph Jose ALEXANDRE. Would like to know the JACQUOT and CARROLL connection. All marriages took place in the 1880's, except for John CARROLL and Katherine JONES, I don't have the date for that union. My grandmother's name was Daisy CARROLL. I'm not sure whether the above were her brothers and sisters or her aunts and uncles. I just recently started to research my father's side of the family so I don't have much. I know they did live in the St. Martinville area. Any information or suggestions will be greatly appreciated

1997 Aug 1 William P. Wise
Seeking information on the ERSKINES of Franklin and Caldwell Parishes. Specifically, any information regarding the parents of Alvin, Troy, Avert, Edna, Osie and Visie Erskine of Winnsboro (Franklin Parish). Father's first names are unknown. Mother's full name was Sarah Jane Erskine. DOB/D unknown. Any leads will be greatly appreciated. I am the grandson of Alvin Erskine.

1997 Aug 8 DeWanna Lindo
I am looking for information on the Porter family of Franklin Parish, living in Winnsboro and Liddyville. I am especially interested in a Lucy Porter and a W. E. Porter. I think Lucy was born a Bevil and then married a Porter, then another Porter! I am also looking for, BEVILLE, POTTER and ROBINSON of Franklin Parish.

1997 Aug 24 Dwight Fullingim
Looking for the father of Gettis HERRON who died in Wisner, Franklin Parish, in March 1976. Her maiden name was Gettis Cecilia SHIPLEY. May have been born in Mississippi. Looking for father's and grandfather's names. Spouse was James HERRON. One of Gettis' children was Hazel HERRON. Thank you.

1997 Dec 1 Clifford G. LeBlanc
HELP! Am stuck on my grgrgrandfather, Zachary (Zachariah) Talton (Tarleton?) Earle, born 8 April 1831 (Family Bible) possibly in the present area encompassing Franklin Parish (listed as place of birth on his death certificate). Feel sure that Henry Earle, first clerk of court in Franklin was his brother and suspect at least one other brother produced the Earles in the Rayville area. My family had numerous contacts with all of these people, even into my time (I am 52). I met Carl and Pat Earle in Rayville; they knew we were related, but did not know how. One of these gentlemen was matched to my grandfather's sister, Bessie, but she refused to marry him. My grandfather's aunt, Margaret Bonner Earle wife of B. T. Allen, had a scrapbook with photos and other memorabilia of these connections. Can anyone help me? Attention allied families of Earle, Krause, Mulhearn, Rhymes, Norwood, Doyal, York. The late Dr. Brashear Earle of Winnsboro and I tried to piece this together unsuccessfully. Thanks for any help and I will share what I have. Kind regards. CLIFFORD G. LeBLANC

1997 Dec 9 Bonny McDaniel
Want to exchange GASTER info. My line: Stephen GASTER b. 1828...was his father Henry GASTER m. to Amy WIGGINS and to Sara BUIE. Henry stated in petition in 1854 that his son Stephen was out of the state (mine had migrated to California.

1997 Dec 17 Ricky Green
My Family is from Franklin LA, My Father was born there (Curtis Emile Green) How can I get an family tree going? let me know what I most do to get his roots he was born there Dec. 20th 1923 to Elizabeth and Emile Green

1997 Dec 18 Kashlyn Covington
I am researching MOORE in Franklin Parish. My ggpa, Thomas Barrett Moore, ggma, Lou Ella Tucker, and step grandmother, Katie Melton, and some of their sibling lived there c1920. I need obit for the following person in Franklin Parish. William "Willie" Philmore Moore d. March 28, 1924 in Gilbert, LA. H. B. Womble MD, no place of burial, W. J. & C Sherrouse(?) undertakers in Gilbert. Does anyone recognize the Funeral home? I would love to find their records. The Death certificate is mainly blank. Also, I am told that a Dr. Wambaugh (could this be Womble?) owned the Dixie Plantation where my ggpa worked. He was supposed to have delivered my g-aunt. Anyone know of this family or plantation? Any help on this family line would be greatly appreciated.

1997 Dec 18 Monty Bradley
Does anyone know anything about Georgia Wilson, the granddaughter of William Rapp, Sr.? She had a diary kept by Mr. Rapp in Franklin Parish during the Civil War. Is she still living? Where? Who are her descendants? What about Charlie Bradley. Last surfaced in the 1910 Franklin Pa. Census. Had a large young family then. In the 1920 census there is no sign of any of them. Where did they go?

1997 Carol Chaney
Am seeking information on Mollie CHANEY, who was married to Tom HARRIS. She was born about 1884 in Mississippi, daughter of Isaac Chaney. We believe she died about 1976 in Winnsboro, La. Mollie and my husband's grandfather were brother and sister. Any and all info is greatly appreciated and willing to share what we have compiled. Thanks!

1997 Gay Lynn Blanchard
Hi, I am in search of ANY INFORMATION on my ancestors that are in your area. I live in Patterson, La. with young children. Therefore it is difficult to visit the area at this time. The ancestors are... Johann Peter Lawson (from Denmark settling in Winnsboro, La.) Married, Marie Anderson. Daughter Julia Lawson married to David Solomon (from Demaskas, Syria). They are all buried in the Crowville Cemetery. If anyone is linked to or knows any family history info. Please write, please. I will contribute my records (upon completion) to your SITE if you would like Thank You So Much, Gay Blanchard glb@iamerica.net

1997 kay mcmahan noska
Would like any information on Reuben A. Jackson who lived in Franklin/Tensas Parish Louisiana 1849. Please write Kay Noska 1407 Alvin Avenue El Campo, Texas 77437 if you do not have e-mail. Thank You, Kay in Texas

1997 Brenda
My son's gr-gr grandfather was Gen. Claire Lee CHENNAULT of the Flying Tigers. His family came from Franklin Parish. I would like to confirm or disprove the following marriage date: John Stonewall CHENNAULT (s/o Stephen Nelson & Francis Norcussis THOMASON) m. 7 Dec 1892, Franklin Par., LA to Jessie LEE (d/o William Wallace & Josephine GILBERT). This date would clear up the argument of when Claire CHENNAULT was born (some of my son's family say 6 Sep 1890, others say 6 Sep 1893). I would also like to find out who Josephine GILBERT's family and ancestors were. I have that she and William Wallace (s/o Henry Bryan & Margaret B. LEE) were married in Franklin Parish in 1872. The notes I have only say that she came from "an old, well-respected family". This was William's second marriage. If anyone can help, that would be great! Thank you, Brenda

1997 Victor C. Rose
Searching for parents or grandparents of John William Willis served as first sheriff of Franklin parish La in 1843.I have much info on the Willis surname. I have info on his father but not his gr father.

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