RIGSBY, PARTIN, PARTAIN
Searching for Gertrude Ann RIGSBY daugher of J.D. and Annie RIGSBYthat married James A. PARTAIN (PARTIN) before 1873. Her family wassupposedly from Bledsoe Co, TN. They had 4 children.
Sandi Partin
partin@kih.net
Submitted on Sun Mar 28 11:28:52 EST 1999
SEALS
Need information on James Seals Jr.listed on Bledsoe 1880 census age30 yr. and wife Martha Age 36 yr.
Mary
mjoparker@aol.com
Submitted on Thu Mar 25 06:33:25 EST 1999
TABOR, JOHN
JOHN TABOR from Rutherford Co. N.C.is supposed to be buried inBledsoe County ca. 1805.
Harold Tabor -- 1906 Raulston View Dr., Maryville, TN 37803
htabor@juno.com
Submitted on Tue Mar 23 16:37:52 EST 1999
RICE
Looking for more info on Daniel RICE listed on 1836 tax record forBledsoe Co, TN. Is this the same Daniel RICE listed as a Justice ofthe Peace for a marriage performed 1816 in Rhea Co, TN? Old familyletters state parents of my Joseph RICE, are Daniel and Julia RICE. My Joseph RICE b 25 Dec 1800 TN, m 16 Dec 1819 Rhea Co, TN to MaryMILLER. Joseph and his family on 1830 Bledsoe Co, TN census record.
Joan E. Rambo
KinKatcher@aol.com
Submitted on Tue Mar 23 02:48:08 EST 1999
ROBISON, BRYANT
I'm searching for info on Eliza Jane ROBISON, born about 1850-1852 in Bledsoe Co. She married James Morgan BRYANT, born in Quincy, Lewis Co. Kentucky, about 1844. Thank you for your help. Can't find their parents.
Kathy Jo Bryant
hbryant_iii@hotmail.com
Submitted on Mon Mar 22 12:14:33 EST 1999
MARLER
I am collecting information on the Marler family. Haskel(?) and AdaMarler; children: Claire, Steven, Tad, George, Haskel, Tate, Ben,Ellen, Sarah, Jean, Clifford and 4 (?) others, thought to reside inRhea county (?) Dayton, TN, but had relatives in Bledsoe and Meigscounties. My father was Clifford. Any information on this ancestrywould be appreciated.
Saundra Marler Dowell
sgdowell@intermedia.com
Submitted on Thu Mar 18 19:48:15 EST 1999
SHELL
I am Looking for the ancestors of Norris B. Shell. Norris MarriedAnnie Loullea Blackard. Norris was born 1880.He grew up in or around Memphis Tn.He had 3 sisters .Earon Shell who married Roy Banin .She had adaughter named Elizabeth and Melissa. Melissa was adopted.Pearl Shell who married Gardner Gwinn.They had 4 children MildredDollar Gwinn,ANNER ALICE GWINN, Bob Kelly Gwinn, and Lewis Gwinn.Lilly Shell who married Bob Hendrix . Lilly had a step daughter nameLoddie.Norris B. Shell's parents were Lafayette Shell and Dora Alexander.If anyone can help me I would greatly appreciate it.Thank Treva Stutzman
Treva Stutzman
trevadoy@compu.net
Submitted on Wed Mar 17 18:31:59 EST 1999
PITMAN, PITTMAN, STONE
1850 Bledsoe Co Census lists John T PITMAN, shoemaker, age 76, bornin NC. Also lists Nancy PITMAN, age 26, born in TN. Any info onthese two individuals greatly appreciated. Looking for a connection to Isham PITMAN, born 1821, NC; lived inCovington Co, MS, on 1850 census, saddlemaker. Married (1861) toEliza J. STONE, Collin Co, TX. Died 1870, Collin Co, TX. Twochildren: John Woodward PITTMAN and Maggie PITTMAN>Cheryldedrick@ccmail.nevada.edu
cheryl
dedrick@ccm ail.nevada.edu
Submitted on Tue Mar 16 21:09:14 EST 1999
JOHNSON, SCARBROUGH / SCARBOROUGH
Looking for information on Aquilla Johnson (b. 4 May 1770 d. 23 Feb1850) m. 2 Oct 1799 to Mary Ann Scarbrough (b. 8 May 1780 d. 11 Jun1846). Both are buried in Bledsoe county. Also looking for thespouse of their son, Right Johnson (b. 8 May 1806 d. 28 May 1852). His daughter, Elizabeth Clay Johnson (b. 1 Feb 1827 d. 30 Jun 1895)married Patrick Darley Lamb (b. 1823 d. 24 Jan 1895).
Phyllis Blickensderfer
Blick_TX@yahoo.com
Submitted on Wed Mar 10 17:29:33 EST 1999
REDWINE
In the 1850 census it shows a Wiley Redwine and wife Avis with 2children: John and Louvina.I am looking for info on William Wiley Redwine born: May 6th.1791 inNorth Carolina. The family moved to Knoxville (?)and in 1805 toSequatchie and in 1812 to Powells Valley when he volunteered in theWar. He married AVIS MONDY on Dec. 25th.1812 in Tazewell, Tenn.some years after the war they moved to Lenington, KY. LATER to theheadwaters of Ky. In 1823 he moved to the Cumberland Mountains andsettled. William passed away March 8th. 1888 in Grassy Cove, Tenn.Any information about William Wiley or his wife or children or etc. Iwould be deeply grateful. Julia Redwine Simmons*Daughter of WilliamReed Redwine born: Sept. 12 1914 in Crab Orchard, Tenn.
Julia Redwine Simmons
Dustaldawn@aol.com
Submitted on Tue Mar 9 14:51:22 EST 1999
HEARD, MERRIMAN, SMITH
Looking for maiden name of Sarah Adelene HEARD, born 1843, died 1917,married James C. Heard. Also, does anyone have information on JamesC. Heard, born 1840, died 1919i.e, parents names, mothers maidenname, etc. Also looking for Parents name of James William MERRIMAN,born March, 1867, died 1944.Seeking info on Hallie SMITH, Born 1878, died ?, She was married toJune W. Smith, born June 16, 1857, died June 3, 1931. Would like toknow Hallie's maiden name and parents, if possible.
Judy Ogren -- 3860 Jamaica Drive, Jonesboro, GA 30236-5453
bearinthetree@msn.com
Submitted on Tue Mar 9 13:01:35 EST 1999
PARKER, SHIPLEY
I am looking for information on John Parker b. abt. 1780 in Marylandwho married Rachel Shipley b. abt. 1784 in Pennsylvania. I believethat John's family moved to East Tennessee in the late 1790s,probably to the Rhea/Roane County area. John probably met Rachel andmarried her in this area. I do not know either of their parent'snames. John and Rachel had seven children before 1822 when they movedto Chambers County Alabama.
Lee Parker
lparker@cacaphony.net
Submitted on Tue Mar 9 11:14:06 EST 1999
WALKER
Searching for information on the family of George Walker b 1745 d1833 in Bledsoe Co.
Linda Walker
WalkerLMN@aol.com
Submitted on Mon Mar 8 08:29:42 EST 1999
PARKER, SHIPLEY
Looking for information on John Parker, b. abt. 1780 in Maryland whomarried Rachel Shipley, b. abt. 1784 in Pennsylvania. Probablymarried in Rhea County, Tennessee. Had several children, namesunknown in Tennessee then relocated to Chambers County, Alabama wherethey had Joshua Marion b. 1823, Meredith William b. abt 1825, LouisaE. b. abt. 1827, Jemima b. abt. 1829, Mary A. b. abt. 1831.Would like ANY information, but especially parents of John andRachel. This is my stone (not brick) wall!
Lee Parker
lparker@cacaphony.net
Submitted on Sun Mar 7 17:46:30 EST 1999
ROBERSON, SMITH
I am looking for Roberson descendents from Bledsoe County, TN. For example Elizabeth Roberson who married Layton Smith. Elizabeth was born 1765 and died c 1840 in Marion TN. I believe Elizabeth Smithmay be buried in the Roberson Cemetery in Pikeville, TN.Thanks very much!!--Melinda Elmore--
Melinda Elmore
mkelmore@tranquility.net
Submitted on Sun Mar 7 12:01:20 EST 1999
ROBERSON CEMETERY
I am trying to find the gravesites of JAMES ROBERSON and his wifeMARY FUQUA ROBERSON. They died in the early 1800's. I am told they are buried in the Old Indian Burial Ground but I can't find anything on that and wonder if they are buried in the Roberson Cemetery. If anyone knows the graves there, I would appreciate any help. Thanks very much!---Melinda E
Melinda Elmore
mkelmore@tranquility.net
Submitted on Sun Mar 7 11:37:43 EST 1999
SMITH, CLOYD
Looking for info on JOHN SMITH listed on 1890 veterns and widowspension list from bledsoe co. Anyone with info please e-mail me.SMITHS so hard to track. Thanks in advance for all help.
DEE
clancy02@aol.com
Submitted on Fri Mar 5 08:41:39 EST 1999
JONES,MCDOWELL,SHURLEY,SWAFFORD,STEPHENS
Seeking info about Isabella JONES listed on 1850 Bledsoe Co censusincluded in the Joseph McDowell household, also researching WilliamJONES & family. Happy to share info.
B.Stephens
bsteph5659@aol .com
Submitted on Fri Mar 5 00:27:59 EST 1999
SWAFFORD
My ggg-gradfather Jacob SWAFFORD, born 1762 in Greenville Cty., SC.Return to Bledsoe Cty., TN abt. 1810. Below is list the SWAFFORDgeneaology by my line of descent, starting with: Peter JamesSWAFFORD, born 1725 in Belfast, N. Ireland (?), died (?) inGreenville Cty., SC.. Wife Rennie HOWARD, born (?) in (?) N. Ireland.Jacob SWAFFORD (my ggg-grandfather). Alfred Annison SWAFFORD (mygg-grandfather).Larkin Franklin SWAFFORD (My g-grandfather). James Monroe SWAFFORD(my grandfather). Emma Neoma SWAFFORD (my mother). Review our webpagefor more specific information on the SWAFFORD's of Tennessee:http://www.geocities.com/Athens/Troy/3869/
Jimmie Lee ROBINS -- 1512 Riggs Dr., Ponca City, OK 74601
robinjl@poncacity.net
Submitted on Thu Mar 4 22:02:06 EST 1999
WALLING
Any info abt.: Noah WALLING, b. 8/6/1855, TN., moved to Pikeville,Bledsoe Co., TN., worked as hauler, married Sally(?) WHITE. Children:(1)Harve Bascom WALLING, b. 6/21/1878, Pikeville, TN., worked asstone mason, married 12/21/1898 to (Sarah) Lou Vena MCJUNKIN; (2)JimWALLING; (3)Hobson WALLING; (4)Nettie WALLING; (5)Nellie WALLING;(6)Alice WALLING ANDERSON.
David Walling -- 3305 East Park Blvd, Plano, TX 75074
david@walling.org
Submitted on Thu Mar 4 12:28:10 EST 1999
HOODENPYL, NICHOLS
Researching the PHILLIP HOODENPYL family of Bledsoe Co. early 1800's. Need spouses of children, especially Sarah "Sallie" who married aNICHOLS and moved to Arkansas. Thanks!
Aletha Summerhill Rogers -- 4415 Indian Trace Dr., Alpharetta, GA 30004-2585
LeteRogers@aol.com
Submitted on Wed Mar 3 09:48:33 EST 1999
SWAFFORD
Looking for ancestors of Thomas C. SWAFFORD born 8/4/1907 and died8/3/1960. Thomas parents were James Aaron SWAFFORD and Nancy AliceSHERRILL. Thomas was born in Litton, Bledsoe, TN
Randy McFarland -- po box 690, wartburg, TN 37887-0690
rmcfarland@highland.net
Submitted on Mon Mar 1 22:33:49 EST 1999
LEE, DEROSSETT
Am searching for information about the parents and family of VinaRose LEE(or Lavina Rose LEE, or Melvina Rosella LEE). She was bornDec. 25, 1832 Bledsoe Co., TN and died Dec 24, 1918 in Grassy Cove. She married Elias DEROSSETT Sept. 17, 1855 in White Co., TN., and had10 children, one of which was my great grandmother, Allie Eugenia. Am interested particularly in her parents and which Lee family shewas from. Any help greatly appreciated.
Tim Ayres
tayres@hotmail.com
Submitted on Sun Feb 28 19:24:24 EST 1999
JOHN - OLLY HATFIELD
I am looking for info on my GGG grandparents for JOHN and OLLYHatfield. The last I can find is in 1850 Bledsoe Co censusp.714;house 85. On this census it only lists Olly and the Hatfieldand Harvey children. Unknown what happened toJOHN. Any assistance orinfo is appreciated
John J. Rich Jr. -- Route 3 Box 3510C , Piedmont, MO 63957
PaRich3@webtv.net
Submitted on Sun Feb 28 17:57:00 EST 1999
WORTHINGTON, BROWN, KELLEY
Seeking any information on Wm. Worthington d. 02 May 1830 and wifeMargaret Brown Worthington (daughter of Reuben Brown). Both died inBledsoe Co. Also Lydia Kelley and son John Kelley (Kelly(?)) b.24October 1814 in Bledsoe Co.
Sam Patterson -- 8919 280th Street West, Northfield, MN 55057
spatters@carleton.edu
Submitted on Thu Feb 25 23:16:09 EST 1999
BRIMER. WILLIAM APPEARS 1830 CENSUS
Would like any formationconcerning the BRIMER family
alice wilson
lucysky@sprynet.com
Submitted on Thu Feb 25 09:21:19 EST 1999
SEALS,BROWN
Searching for information on my g.g.grandfather Seburn SEALS.Married Tilda BROWN .They are buried in Browntown Cemetery in Cumberland Co.Have been told Seburn's family was from Bledsoe Co.
Mary Parker
mjoparker@aol.com
Submitted on Wed Feb 24 07:01:26 EST 1999
WALKER, JAMES W.
Looking for info on James W. Walker b-@ 1857. Need to know who hisparents were, and any info on his wife's and children. James marriedTish Rhea, Mary Parham, Emma Jane Blaylock, and Janie Hankins. Anyinfo would be appreciated.
Novella Sue Music
nssm@tansi.com
Submitted on Mon Feb 22 07:08:34 EST 1999
MUSICK, JAMES C.
Need info on James C. MUSICK born Jan 5, 1835 in Meigs Co.,Tn. Hemarried Elizabeth MANNING, June 27, 1857 in Bledsoe Co.,TN. NeedJames's parents and siblings. Any help would be appreciated. Willshare info.Sue
Novella Sue Music
nssm@tansi.com
Submitted on Sun Feb 14 11:47:40 EST 1999
HENDERSON
JOHN S HENDERSON, b. 1780, Salisbury, Rowan Co, NC.Moved to Bledsoe Co, Tn. Married 1st, Elizabeth, 2nd Nancy H.Would like to correspond with descendents of the above John S.Henderson.
Jean
jsharp@interne ttport.net
Submitted on Fri Feb 12 23:43:46 EST 1999
HALL,NAIL
seeking parents of Joel Hall who m. Elizabeth Sullivan da of HenrySullivan. Also Henry's parents.Info on William & Deliah Hammilton b 1780's needed
MF Nail Caudill
caudill@crossville.com
Submitted on Fri Feb 12 10:18:25 EST 1999
SWAFFORD
Looking for parents, and other ancestors of Elizabeth SWAFFORD (akaElizabeth Tennessee SWAFFORD). Born 1805 in N.C. She married JosiahRAINS in Monroe Co., Miss. in 1822. They died in Bledsoe Co. (He diedin 1880). His other wife, who was born in Ga., also was namedElizabeth.
Donald W. Smith -- 1414 W. Lullwood, San Antonio, TX 78201
dsmith@connecti.com
Submitted on Thu Feb 11 01:13:28 EST 1999
WHITTENBURG
Searching for maiden name of Elizabeth WHITTENBURG ,b.1785 in Va.Sheis listed in 1850 census married to Peter Whittenburg .I have tracedPeter Whittenburg's family back to 1737 in GermanyWould like to try to trace Elizabeth's family also.
Mary Parker
mjoparker@aol.com
Submitted on Mon Feb 8 17:39:06 EST 1999
SWAFFORD
can i find a list of towns in tenn. that may have some type ofrecords available for viewing.
larry porter
lgporter@aol.com
Submitted on Mon Feb 8 00:07:35 EST 1999
TEDFORD
Searching for George TEDFORD listed on 1812 Bledsoe Co, TN petition.It is believed this George removed to AL. If anyone descends fromthis man please contact me! Thank you.
Janet Burks
mrsroseman@juno.com
Submitted on Tue Feb 2 22:18:36 EST 1999
GUNTER, BROWN, SELF, FOWLER
Thomas F. GUNTER listed on Bledsoe Co. TN petition to the Gen.Assembly of TN 1813 along with William GUNTER. His land was surveyed1811-1813: 50 ac First Fork of Daddy's Creek on Cumberland Mtsopposite head of Sequatachie Valley beg near his house.Chair carriers were: Joshua BROWN & David W. BROWN. Also onDaddy's Creek was Frances SELF and Presley SELF. Chain carriers wereWilliam GUNTER and Jeremiah FOWLER. Any help appreciated on thesefamilies that lived on Daddy's Creek. Thank you.
Janet Burks
mrsroseman@juno.com
Submitted on Tue Feb 2 22:14:31 EST 1999
DORTON
Searching for family of Joseph Dorton of Va. listed as age 45 on the1850 Bledsoe Co. census. Seaking his father Mose Dorton andwife Loadicia Robinson Dorton. Have read that Loadicia wasNative American. Their dau. Sally Dorton m Reuben Woods.in Va.Any info appreaciated. E-mail direct please.Thanks, Bev
Beverly Borgogni
bborgogni@aol.com
Submitted on Sun Jan 31 16:51:28 EST 1999
MAYFIELD
I am looking for information on Avary MAYFIELD who resided in RoaneCounty, TN in 1830. I believe he lived in Bledsoe County at one timeand I hypothesize that he was the father of my ancestor SampsonMAYFIELD. Thanks for any help.
Terry Dunn
Terry.Dunn4@gte.net
Submitted on Sat Jan 30 23:05:50 EST 1999
ROGERS
Looking for information on William Rogers, born about 1780-90 inChester Co., SC, apparently moved to Tennessee. Father was ClaytonRogers. William supposedly had 14 children, including Jefferson C.Rogers, and of the 10 sons, 7 supposedly were Methodist ministers.Jefferson was in Bledsoe Co., TN, in 1850, later White, Smith andWilson, where he died in 1906. Appreciate any info on this William,as I have not been able to find anything in over 5 years ofsearching.
jay rogers
75720.1353@compuserve.com
Submitted on Tue Jan 26 15:53:42 EST 1999
SWAFFORD, LARKIN
Last known relatives in Beldsoe Co: SWAFFORD, Jacob, b. 1762 inGreenville Co., SC, d. Abt. 1845 in Bledsoe Co., m. LARKIN, Sarah, b.Abt. 1772 in VA, d. Abt. 1868 in McMinn Co. Jacob was son of PeterJames SWAFFORD, b. Abt. 1725 in Belfast, Ireland and HOWARD, Rennie. Sarah was daughter of LARKIN, Henry Mark and NEWTON, Jane. Anyinformation about ancestors will be appreciated.
Jennifer Campbell -- 210 S. Cedar Ave., Tahlequah, OK 74464
jenna_campbell@yahoo.com
Submitted on Tue Jan 26 11:44:27 EST 1999
HARDIN, GARNER, WILLIAMS, PORTER, MCCANLIS
In Columbia, Maury County, Tennessee, Saturday, October 1, 1825,afterthe HARDINs killed WILLIAMS and PORTER, Augustine Blackburn HARDIN,Sr., took his wife, Mary Elizabeth, a Daughter and a Son, (namedMargery and A.B., Jr.), to his wife's People? 'Who' and 'Where' werethe wife's People?? It is thought that the 'Maiden' name of MaryElizabeth was 'GARNER', and was of 'Indian' ancestry? Her daughter,Margery, was my GG-Grandmother, who married James M. McCANLIS,residedin Miltonsville, Marshall County, Alabama, 'til the 1860 Census.ANY Information will be greatly appreciated!!
Frank C. Durant -- 1124 Powell Circle, Mesquite, TX 75149
crcd@swbell.net
Submitted on Mon Jan 25 15:08:07 EST 1999
SCOTT
Any info on family of Jack Scott.This was my g.g.grandfather.Knowthat he had daughter Salata Scott.She had the follwing sixchildren.Molly,Delia,Emma,Dory,John,Till,and Martha Jane(mygrandmother)Martha Jane was born abt.1897.All seven of Salata Scott'schildren had the surname Scott.Maybe she never wed anyone?Mygrandmother told that they lived with their grandfatherin a place called Scott's Gulf.
Mary
mjoparker@aol.com
Submitted on Mon Jan 25 13:20:04 EST 1999
WALKER, FORD CONNECTIONS?
Interested in the WALKER family listed in Bledsoe County Tenn. censusbook on page 81 in the Population Schedule Book, printed in 1963.JAMES WALKER, age 48 or born ca.1802 in Va.; wife is ELOUISAb.ca.1813 in Va. Children in the home are: JOHN M.B. b.ca.1832;HARRIET b.c.1840; EMALY C. born ca.1843; ELIZABETH J. b.ca.1846; andWILLIAM S. ca.1849. All children born in Tenn. Especially interestedin this EMALY C. WALKER since my paternal great-grandmother waspossibly a Walker. Her known first name was CATHERINE, and shemarries JAMES G. FORD, born ca.1830 in Bledsoe County in Grassy Covecommunity near present day Crossville. This community is now inCumberland County Tenn. James G. and Catherine Ford are dead by April1866 leaving 5 orphans to be raised by their grandfather, Reuben(Wm.) Ford and wife SUSAN/SUSANNA LODEN FORD. Reuben, was son of JOHNFORD SR., Rev. Soldier from Va., who moved to Bledsoe County Tenn.Anyone help! Thanks!
Glynda Ellman -- 1710 Oakwood Drive, Troup, TX 75789
gfordellman@tyler.net
Submitted on Sat Jan 23 16:15:22 EST 1999
ANDERSON
I'm looking for others researching the Pleasant M. Anderson familyconnection in Bledsoe County, Tennessee.
Barbara Harper -- P.O. Box 150274, Austin, TX 78715-0274
barbarah@sig.net
Submitted on Sat Jan 23 11:03:09 EST 1999
MCDOWELL CEMETERY
Where is MCDOWELL CEMETERY located all the info I have is that it islocated 9 miles north of Pikeville,TN. Is there a listing showing whois buried there.
Charles R. Ware -- Rt 1 Box 1540, Lufkin, TX 75901
crware@lcc.net
Submitted on Thu Jan 21 21:55:36 EST 1999
WHITTENBURG
Pete and Launa WHITTENBURG Their children were:Dan,Joe,Frank,Julie,Rosie,OatieAnn,Nan,Adie,Allie,Betty and Bascom.(my grandfather)Bascom was b.abt.1891Was told by Bascom that his gandpaents names were Ike and MatildaWhittenburg.
mary parker
mjoparker@aol.com
Submitted on Thu Jan 21 13:36:09 EST 1999
LAWSON
Looking for information on the mother of Mahaley C. LAWSON. Mahaleyis listed in the 1850 Census for Bledsoe County with her father JamesLAWSON and siblings Andrew, Sarah, William, Fanny, James, Rachael,and Mary. She was born about 1831. She married Daniel Waddill who wasfrom Alabama. I don't know where they were married, but their firstchild was born in MO and their second in AR. Any help would begreatly appreciated!
Shannon Whitley
shannonw@worldnet.att.net
Submitted on Tue Jan 19 23:15:25 EST 1999
RUSSELL
I am researching my gg Elisha John Russell . BrothersWilliam,George,Thomas and maybe others. Moved to Missouri before1859.
Eldon Russell
judyrusselldora@HotMail
Submitted on Thu Jan 14 18:48:07 EST 1999
MINCEY
I am looking for data on the MINCEY family of LookoutMountain,Tenn.Earl died 1975 and Maude May died 1996.Where are theyburied and who and where are their children? Who were their parents?Maude Mae's maiden name was FOWLER.
Carrol Ann
Kinfinder1@aol.com
Submitted on Sun Jan 10 13:38:02 EST 1999
SKILLERN ,THOMAS, KIRKLAND
My ELISHA KIRKLAND bought 46 acres of land on the west side of SEQUATCHIE Creek in April 5 1820.The land next to his was owned by JOHN THOMAS & JAMES SKILLERN.Does anyone know where these families lived in BLEDSOE?I think this was just south of PIKEVILLE towards LEE station.Thanks.Please call or write.Larry Marcus Kirklen770-505-0506lmk@avana.net or mkirklen@aol.com
Larry M Kirklen -- 44 Nectar Place, Dallas, GA 30132
lmk@avana.net
Submitted on Thu Jan 7 23:59:16 EST 1999
MERRYMAN, MERRIMAN
I am doing research on the Battle of Camp Wildcat, Oct 21, 1861. Thefirst Union casualty was a Captain Merriman from Bledsoe Co, TN. AConfederate account of Merriman's death was published in theNashville Banner and reads as follows "Major Lee rode back and toldus that an advanced guard had killed one of the enemy's pickets. Three of them armed with Sharpes rifles were mounted on horses at thebase of an over-hanging cliff. Our men gave the signal by raisingtheir hats, One of the enemy said "Union". As soon as he said thisa dozen bullets were sent after them and one man was killedinstantly. Upon examination, he proved to be an East Tennessean fromBledsoe County, a shoemaker named Merryman. We left him on theroadside, where he remained until after the attack on Wildcat Camp,when our men, returning, buried the body." Is there any informationon Cpt. Merriman, his family, grave site or other records. Anyinformation would be greatly appreciated. John Strojan, Camp WildcatPreser. Foundation,
John T. Strojan -- 740 Keithshire Dr., London, KY 40744
Strojan@kih.net
Submitted on Tue Jan 5 18:56:50 EST 1999
WALKER, HOWARD, MCKINNEY, LEWIS
Captain George WALKER and his wife Eleanor HICKS came to BledsoeCounty, TN, from NC to claim a land grant from his Revolutionary Warservices. Their oldest daughter Dicey WALKER married Reason HOWARD. One of their daughters was Rebecca HOWARD who married James MCKINNEY. One of their daughters was Margaret MCKINNEY who married WilliamEmerson LEWIS (who may have been from Bledsoe County.) I do not havean "official" record of Rebecca HOWARD MCKINNEY's birth. She latermoved to Osage County, MO, and remarried a Mr. STEELE, and was stillliving in 1870. Might anyone have records of Capt. George WALKER'sparents and/or siblings? These are the WALKER-HOWARDS of theWALKER-HOWARD Cemetery near Pikeville which I have visited twice.
Dean Jamieson -- 19038 22nd Ave. NW, Shoreline, WA 98177-2828
DJAMIE98@aol.com
Submitted on Sun !Jan 3 00:34:47 EST 1999
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