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GEODAND@aol.com Friday, January 28, 2000
I am a desc. of George DOUGHARTY a resident of Adams County between 1805 and 1835.   He was first married to Elizabeth SOUJOURNER, and later to Courtney Ann CARRAWY.  I would like to her from any "cousins" havig interest in historical research.
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Cheryl Hill Sunday, August 20, 2000
I am trying to locate any information on James Franklin HILL.  He owned a shop of some sort (maybe a grocery or hardware) on St. Catherine Street in Natchez.  He was born in Natchez, 1873.  would appreciate any info on him and his parents.  He married Mary Melissa COON in Wilkinson County mid-1890's.  Children (born in Natchez) were Eugenia, James Franklin,
Clarence Leon and Robert Lee.  I would appreciate any info on him and his family.  I know nothing of his sibs and parents.  Thank you.
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Don Baradell Sunday, August 20, 2000
Looking for info on "Jullis" (Julius?) BARADELL, and any of his ancestors. He is listed in the Adams County 1886 Census. Thanks so much.
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Debra White Hayes Sunday, August 20, 2000
I am researching my grandparents   Ferd (Ferdinand) WHITE AND Hannah (Anna - Bona) WALKER, married in Natchez, MS December 1891.  One daughter born in 1892 and died,  my father Ferdinand WHITE, Jr. born Sept. 14, 1894, followed by George, William Earl, Tardee Deserie,  and Freddie.  The family moved to New Orleans around 1905.  My grandfather was
killed (hit in the back of the head by a crane while working at the waterfront in New Orleans, June 1935.
I am trying to locate the names of my grandfathers parents.  Any assistance you can provide will be greatly appreciated.
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Cathy Bell Sunday, July 30, 2000
I am trying to connect Ernest Fleet HUFFMAN/HOFFMAN the HUFFMAN family, Alexander HUFFMAN, merchant, living in Adams Co., Natchez in the 1870 census.  Ernest was born in MS about 1872. He is listed in the 1892 Natchez city directory, his occupation is engineer, is living at 100 State.  Anyone researching the Huffman/Hoffman family of Natchez please contact me.
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Debbie Prince, Sunday July 30, 2000
Seeking further biographical/genealogical information on Mary Louisa PRINCE.
Below is outline of presently known info:
1898 Morgan's Canadian Men & Women of the Time:
Mary Louisa PRINCE, Principal, Stanton College, Natchez, Adams Co, Mississippi.
Stanton College For young ladies. Miss M. L. PRINCE, principal for session
of 1896-97. S. W. Adams, business manager. [1897]
Extract from 1918 Obituary of Mary Louisa's stepmother:
"Miss Prince, who for a time was principal of Compton Ladies' College, and
who for a number of years has been connected with the musical department of
Columbus College, in Columbus, Miss."
Any help finding further information, would be greatly appreciated.
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Cheryl Hill Sunday, July 30, 2000
I am trying to locate any information on James Franklin HILL  He owned a shop of some sort (maybe a grocery or hardware) on St. Catherine Street in Natchez.  He was born in Natchez, 1873.  Would appreciate any info on him and his parents.  He married Mary Melissa COON in Wilkinson County mid-1890's.  Children (born in Natchez) were Eugenia, James Franklin,
Clarence Leon and Robert Lee.  I would appreciate any info on him and his family.  I know nothing of his sibs and parents.  Thank you.
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Jennie Sunday, July 30, 2000
Looking for information on Mrs. Mary A. WHITEHEAD who married H. C. BENBROOK on Feb. 01 1879 in Adams Co. This information from a marriage index.
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Kent Moran Sunday, July 30, 2000
Do you have any information on Abijiah HUNT? He was a prominent Natchez businessman killed in a duel in June 1812 at age 38. Are there any court or city records from the time period?
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Tommy Ingram Sunday, July 30, 2000
Spencer KIRKLAND married Susanna NEYLAND in Adams Cty, MS 11 April 1814.
I am looking for information about their families.
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Debbie Hanson Sunday, July 30, 2000
Does anyone have any information regarding one Furney LEE, listed as a resident of Adams Co, in 1810? Is this the same Furney LEE, listed in the 1790 S.C. census? Any help would be joyfully accepted.  Thank You
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Red Peters Sunday, July 30, 2000
Samuel CARNES is in Adams Co. area in the late 1700's. He married Elizabeth LEWING & in 1820's he is in Natchitoches Parish around Ft.Jessup area. Is on the 1830 census their. Any info helpful.
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Pat Sunday, July 30, 2000
I am looking for Pascal TUCKER, Sr. who died about 1818 or 1819 in Adams County MS. He was in the area around Natchez. He was very prominent and was a Judge. He owned Laurel Plantation. He is buried on property there. He has big wrought iron gate to cemetery with P. TUCKER on it. We cannot find his death date or his wife Mary. Also can't find his will .You would think a Judge would have a will.
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Etta Oline Sunday July 30, 2000
Am seeking information on the following families:
1. s/o of Howard and Edna BUCHANAN:
John Franklin BUCHANAN, (b. 2/9/1881, d. 1951, Hinds or Warren Co, MS). md.
Lucille (Lucinda) PLUMMER (b. 10/8/1900 or 02, poss Adams Co, MS d.
7/26/1988, Vicksburg, Warren Co., MS.) md.  Natchez, Adams Co, MS abt 1919.

6 children of John and Lucille:
Chas E BUCHANAN (md BRAY of AR/MS) Met as neighbors in Vicksburg, MS
& Theodore Edward (d. 3 y/o) (Chas and Theo. were twins),
Gloria BUCHANAN (md ALLEN of Vicksburg, MS),
Lois Jean BUCHANAN (md GODWIN, of MS),
John Howard BUCHANAN(md. Joan ___),  (b. Warren Co, MS)
baby boy b. and d. 1933. (b. Warren Co, MS)
All except John Howard and baby boy born in Greenville, Washington Co, MS.

2.  Charles Fremont (Freemont) PLUMMER (b. 9/23/1861, poss KY) md (2) Mary
Olivia JONES (b. Natchez, Adams Co, MS) md. on 2/5/1900, Natchez.
Known children of Charles Fremont and Mary PLUMMER are:
Lucille (Lucinda) Plummer, (above),
William Bert PLUMMER (b. 1906 d. abt 1930),
Daughter PLUMMER (b. 1911 d. 1914).

Charles F PLUMMER left the family approx 1912-14.  It's not known where he
went from there, possibly back to KY.  He had been married once prior (<1900)
to Mary JONES, believe in KY.  Not known if 2 daughters mentioned were his or
his step-daughters.

3.  Mary Olivia JONES has at least 2 sisters.  I estimate all three to be
born abt 1875.  It is known that Mary's parents owned a plantation, possibly
through her grandmother (Jones side) in Natchez.
Thank you so much!
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Rick Leland Wednesday, July 5, 2000
Looking for information on a William D. LELAND b? in Mississippi, father may b a William E. LELAND listed on 1818 State Census for Adams County, Database: MS 1818 State Census Index  ID# MS251947.
An 1840 census for the neighboring Parish in LA has William D. born in MS and Wm.E. born in VA.  Thanks.
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Allen Norris Wednesday, July 5, 2000
I descend  from Ann WALWORTH (b c1810 in England, according to the  census) and _____ YERZLEY (or YEARSLEY). She died in Natchez June 2, 1877.   I can't find mention of her in Adams County cemetery records.  Their son, Thomas WALWORTH YERZLEY, b July 30, 1835, died in Brinkley, Monroe, Arkansas. Can anyone help with this line?
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Mark Harveston Wednesday, July 5, 2000
My grandmother's  name  was Bertha  HODGE. She married  my Grandfather Louis Irton  HARVESTON .  They lived in  Adams co. in Natchez, Miss.  If anyone   has any info  about  both  sides of  the  family  please contact me.  Thank you very much.
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Glen L. Adams Wednesday, July 5, 2000
John Patrick TIERNEY Sr. Joined the C.S.A. in 1862,he served in Capt.R.T. English's Battery, MS. Volunteers.  He fought in the Battle of Port Hudson, was wounded on June 28 1863.  Mr.TIERNEY married Eliza HOGGATT, they lived at 712 N Union St. in Natchez, MS. He died in 1904 and is buried in Natchez, MS.  Mr Tierney was my Great Great Grandfather.
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Glen Adams Friday, June 16, 2000
Hi - I am a descendant of John Patrick TIERNEY. The TIERNEY's lived around Natchez
in the 1860's. Any info will be appreciated.  Thanks.
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Mary Ann Shirley Friday, June 16, 2000
Thomas W. BECK b 1801 in Ireland, married Susan McILWAIN, b 1805, married 4 Dec 1824 and died in Adams or Natchez on 9 Jan 1829.  Any info would be appreciated.
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Angela Turner Friday, June 16, 2000
I am looking for birth records of Ben WHITE, a Natchez resident who was killed in 1966 by Ku Klux Klansmen. I would also like to learn what church he attended in Adams County.
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Eric Giles Tuesday, June 6, 2000
. I recently purchased an Indentured Document at a local auction. It says Mississippi Territory April 1, 1807 - Adams County. The names on it are Richard HAUGHTON, Robert HAUGHTON & John L. MILLER. The document states " Robert HAUGHTON son of Richard HAUGHTON age of about thirteen" and goes on about an apprentice under John L. MILLER as a Goldsmith & jeweler. It states that the HAUGHTON's lived in Natchez. My question: Is there any history of the HAUGHTON family or the MILLER family?
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Edna Wilson Saturday, May 13, 2000
I need information on Samuel Levi WELLS, b. 1738, d 1802. In 1765 he was in Abbeyville, S.C. In July 1770 he arrived at Fort Natchez, Adams Co., Miss. He became a civil eng. for Spanish Government and laid off land grants.  Wife: Dorcus Talitha HUEY, b 1744 in Augusta Va. died 1816. They were married either in S.C. or Miss Terr.
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Sal Reale Saturday, May 13, 2000
Looking for information on Joseph REALE Sr., was on the Board of Alderman in Natchez for many years and was married to Elizabeth MACKLIN. Died in 1920.
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Joanne Schwilk Friday, April 28, 2000
Seeking info. about Mary,(b1842),Samuel & Ezilda BRASHEAR, children of Samuel BRASHEAR and Ezilda FOSTER.  Living with grandparents Mary & William FOSTER, Natchez 1860.
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Jean Smylie Bell Friday, April 28, 2000
I am a descendant of James SMYLIE & Sarah BISLAND SMYLIE.  I would like to know the following:  1,  Is Rev. James SMYLIE's will located in the Natchez Courthouse?   Are there  any published articles by Rev. SMYLIE to be found in Adams County?
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Karen Barnard Friday, April 28, 2000
Looking for Joseph BARNARD born London, England.  Settled 5 miles north of Natchez in Adams Co., Ms. @ 1784. Wife- Winefred O'BRIEN.  Owned Plantation named " Elysian Fields".  Thanks
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James A. Miller, Jr. Friday, April 28, 2000
Joshua JAMES, Sr wed (Mrs.?) JOHNSON, 1830s, Episcopal church at Natchez.  Owned plantation on Miss. River opposite Jeff Davis, also "Linwood" plantation Jefferson Co., Miss., and 60-slave "Ione" plantation, Tensus Parish, La.  A Mason, Josh is buried New Orleans, cemetery unknown.  Sons entombed Pickens & Blount tomb, Cypress Cemetery, New Orleans.  I desc. his 1830s Holmes Co., Miss brother Lt Col Robert Wm. James born Wilmington, N.C., 1811, lived New Orleans 40 years, died, buried Biloxi, Miss.  Brother John Sage James remained Wilmington. Sister Sarah Julia James wed Andrew McIntyre of Kenansville, N.C., and may have removed to Holmes Co., Miss.  Parents Jushua James, Sr., died Lexington, Miss., 1851, and Mrs. Hetty-Bella Sage James died Richlands, Miss., 1845. J.A.L. Miller, Jr., Charlotte, N.C.
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Betty Dewees Stewart Friday, April 28, 2000
Have info on Robert STEWART family.  There was a brother George that came to Adams Co in 1824 with brother, Miller.  Don't know where he went after that.
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Ewprichard@aol.comSaturday, April 1, 2000
Searching for the families of Courtland SMITH and John BOONE, who moved from Natchez, Adams Co, MS, to Feliciana Parish, LA, about 1807. SMITH settled at The Oaks plantation west of Jackson, E. Feliciana, and BOONE on neighboring land by Thompson’s Creek. SMITH, b. 1772, Granville, MA, d. ca. 1837 at The Oaks. Child by first wife Catherine COOPER, b. ca. 1776 Granville, d. ca. 1805, Natchez: Aurelia SMITH, b. 1802 Natchez, m. Dr. Benjamin DAVIS, Jackson, ca. 1822; m. Gen. Eleazar Wheelock Ripley, Clinton, 1830; m. cousin
Thomas Bell Smith, W. Fel., 1840; m. John Smith WOODWARD, thought to be of E. Fel., ca. 1854; d. 1866 or 1869. Courtland then married John’s dtr. Narcissa BOONE, b. 1793, m. ca. 1807, d. 1823 at The Oaks: surviving children: Benjamin Rivers Smith 1814-1844, Philander, b. 1817, d. 1848 in Natchez; third wife Narcissa’s sister Jane BOONE, b. 1795, m. 1824, surviving children: John W., b. 1825, d. 1892, E. Fel., Narcisse, b. 1829, d. 1875, Yazoo City, MS; Sarah Adeline, b. 1835, d. 1899, Clay City, IL. Courtland and 5 sons buried at The Oaks. Researching SMITH family and also seek information on family land holdings.
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Ewprichard@aol.comSaturday, April 1, 2000
Searching for family of Luther SMITH and Anna Eliza DAVIS, Locust Grove, W. Fel., LA.
SMITH, son of Sarah COOKE and Rev. Jedediah SMITH, b. 10/23/1770 Granville, Hampton, MA; moved to Natchez, Adams, MS, 1776; m. Anna 1816; d. 12/24/1833. Anna dtr. Samuel Emory DAVIS and Jane COOK, Wilkerson Co., MS, b. 9/1/1791; d., Locust Grove, 8/13/1870. Children include Anne Davis SMITH, b. 1816; Joseph D., b. 1817; Luther L., b. 1818; Gordon, b.1820; Lucinda Jane (BOYLE), b. 1822; Jedediah, b. 1824; Amanda Anna, b. 1826. Researching ancestor Aurelia SMITH DAVIS SMITH WOODWARD, who made her home with her uncle Luther and then married Anna’s brother, Dr. Benjamin DAVIS, of Jackson, E. Fel. LA.
Luther and Anna’s sons are named in court documents involving Aurelia as late as 1853.
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Ewprichard@aol.comSaturday, April 1, 2000
Searching for family of Josephus SMITH, son of Sarah COOKE and Rev. Jedediah SMITH, b. 3/21/1758 Granville, Hampton, MA; moved to Natchez, Adams, MS, 1776; m. Patience COBB ca. 1779; d. ca. 1800 in Natchez. Son Josephus SMITH, b. 11/1/1790, Natchez, m. Eleanor 10/1/1794 Natchez, d. ca. 1827. Children include: Benjamin Luther, b. 1815, m. Mary Ann DORTCH, 11/10/1836 (their children, all of Natchez, were David Josephus, 1836-1866; Mary Elizabeth, b. 10/1/1840; William Carter, 1841-1864; Ida, 1844-1866); Thomas Bell, b. 1817,
m. cousin Aurelia SMITH DAVIS RIPLEY in Jackson, E. Fel., LA, hotel owner in Bayou Sara, W. Fel., LA; murdered 1851 (their children were Lucy Ann (ROBERTS), b. 1841, d. 1933, and Josephine, b. 1843, d. 1860); John B. 1819-1853; Jedediah 1823-1868; and Josephus 827-1835. Descendant of Thomas Bell and Aurelia tracing family history.
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Ewprichard@aol.comSaturday, April 1, 2000
Searching for family of Philander SMITH, son of Sarah COOKE and Rev. Jedediah SMITH, b. 1/14/1765 Granville, Hampton, MA; moved to Natchez, Adams, MS, 1776; m. Esther BRASHIER 1788; d. 6/29/1824. Children include Catharine b. 3/16/1789, d. 1859; Jedediah b. 1790, d. 1824; Benjamin b. 1792 d. 1826; Esther b. 1793, d. 1825; Courtland, b. 1795, d. 1813; William R., b. 1797. Researching my ancestor Aurelia SMITH DAVIS RIPLEY SMITH WOODWARD, b. 1802 Natchez, dtr. of Philander’s brother Courtland, went to live with Philander about 1807 after her mother’s death. Philander educated Aurelia at the Elizabeth Female Academy in Washington, MS.
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Ewprichard@aol.comSaturday, April 1, 2000
Searching for family of Luther SMITH and Anna Eliza DAVIS, Locust Grove, W. Fel., LA. SMITH, son of Sarah COOKE and Rev. Jedediah SMITH, b. 10/23/1770 Granville,
Hampton, MA; moved to Natchez, Adams, MS, 1776; m. Anna 1816; d. 12/24/1833. Anna dtr. Samuel Emory DAVIS and Jane COOK, Wilkerson Co., MS, b. 9/1/1791; d., Locust Grove, 8/13/1870. Children include Anne Davis SMITH, b. 1816;  Joseph D., b. 1817; Luther L., b. 1818; Gordon, b.1820; Lucinda Jane (BOYLE),  b. 1822; Jedediah, b. 1824; Amanda Anna, b. 1826. Researching ancestor  Aurelia SMITH DAVIS SMITH WOODWARD, who made her home with her uncle Luther and then married Anna’s brother, Dr. Benjamin DAVIS, of Jackson, E. Fel. LA. Luther and Anna’s sons are named in court documents involving Aurelia as late as 1853.
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Jeff Hornsby Saturday, April 1, 2000
Looking for info on the father, grandfather and great grandfather of Jefferson Caleb (JC) HORNSBY listed as the father of Oliver HORNSBY (b. 1911) in the Birth Returns database 1910/1921 for Adams County.  JC HORNSBY is my grandfather. Oliver HORNSBY is my HALF uncle.
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Durwood Dougharty Saturday, April 1, 2000
I am a direct descendant of Elizabeth SOJOURNER wife of George DOUGHARTY who
lived in Adams County between 1805 and 1835. I would appreciate information
on SOJOURNER family in Adams County Ms. and Lincoln County, Kentucky.
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Mcdoncr@aol.com Saturday, April 1, 2000
I am looking for ancestors of Gabriel POMET born about 1824 in Natchez, Adams Co., Ms. He may have had a sister named Josephine. I would like to find his parents. Thanks for any help.
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William Owens Saturday, April 1, 2000
Looking for parents/siblings of Mattie Evageline White WILLIAMSON married January 1, 1884 in Adams County, MS to John William BARKER.  She was born September 14, 1860 probably in Hazlehurst (Copiah Co.).  Have pictures and family information to share, but cannot find her parents or record of marriage to WILLIAMSON prior to 1884 marriage to BARKER.  Thanks for any help or suggestions.
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Satish Dhawan Saturday, April 1, 2000
Looking for Edgar FARRAR and twin sister R. FARRAR listed on the 1886 Adams County census. He had deeded property from his father, in Natchez.
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Lynna Kay Shuffield Sunday, March 19, 2000
My grandmother, Agnes Plymouth DeCAMP is found on the 1920 Census for Adams Co., MS as an Inmate at the St. Mary's Female Orphan Asylum.  I would like to find out about how to get records from this facility.  How do you contact the Catholic Archives or the Bishop in Adams Co., MS? Agnes was the daughter of Maude Eve KINSTLEY and Edgar DeCAMP. Agnes was  born on 31 Mar 1911 in Jefferson Co., MS, married Noel Joseph SHUFFIELD on 28 Jul 1928 in Houston, Harris Co., TX and died on 22 Feb 1973 in Houston, Harris Co., TX.  Maude removed Agnes from the orphanage in about 1926 when she moved and established a home in Houston, Harris Co., TX. Any help or suggestions appreciated.
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Ray Adkins Sunday, March 19, 2000
Afro-American RUCKER family from Cannonsburg.  Moved to Natchez area ca. 1890's.
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Gwinn6000@aol.com Friday, March 10, 2000
I am looking for information about Gordon WINN, Jr., born 11 Nov 1900, Natchez, MS.
Mother-Willie Frances HARRIS, b. 10 May 1880 in MS, town unknown.
Father-Gordon WINN, Sr., b. New York, date and town unknown. Family stories has it he died in Natchez before or right after Jr. was born. Could be Gordon WINN on Adams Co. Sexton Report, died 26 Oct 1900. Widow moved to Kosciusko, MS and later married Otis TROSPER then moved to Tipton Co. TN.  Mother's parents- Frank HARRIS and Mary CHEVIOUS. Father's parents-???????
Thank you for any info you can provide.
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Jeremy & Myra Rollans Friday, March 10, 2000
Searching for family of GALLAGHER, Hugh. b.1892 d.1971, lived in Natchez (Adams County), MS at the D'Evereux Hall Orphan Asylum until 1905.  He was the youngest son of Hugh Charles GALLAGHER, Sr.  His siblings are J.P., Ben, M. Stephanie, and Mariom GALLAGHER.  The two sisters were Catholic Nuns.  Searching for the mother's name and other relatives.
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Elois Dyer Friday, March 10, 2000
Looking for George Washington JONES, who had land in Adams Co. in the late 1790's.
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Ewprichard@aol.com Friday, March 10, 2000
Searching for descendants of Henry Smith ROBERTS b. 1869 Jackson, La., m. Susie WILCOX, b. ca. 1871, Jackson, children Harry Abishai b. 1893 New Orleans, m. Gertrude SWEENEY b. ca. 1895 New Orleans; Orville Gordon b. 1895 Natchez, MS, m. Cecil CLOVERIC b. 1898, Natchez; Harold Dean  b. 1898, Natchez. Also Henry’s brother Thomas Bell ROBERTS, b. 1871 Natchez, m. Julie Roam THURSTON.  Henry and Thomas moved to Orleans Parish after 1878. Known desc. inc. Harold Dean ROBERTS II, Frank ROBERTS, Bell ROBERTS LAVILLE.  Working on ROBERTS-SMITH family of Mississippi, Louisiana.  Henry & Thomas are sons of Lucy Smith ROBERTS<Aurelia SMITH, b. Adams Co.<Courtland SMITH, moved to Adams Co. in 1775<Jedediah SMITH, moved to  Adams Co. 1in 1775.
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DBlincoe1@aol.com Friday, March 10, 2000
I am seeking information on the origins and parentage of Howell Hines BLINCO, b. 16 Aug., 1861, prob. in MS and his wife Beulah COBB BLINCO, b. 7 Oct, 1868. Both died in Adams County, MS. and are buried in the Natchez City Cemetery.  Howell Hines BLINCO died 5 Nov., 1927 and Beulah died 13 Feb. 1949.  It is my belief that Howell Hines BLINCO was the son of James D. BLINCOE and Mollie AUSTIN of Summitt, Pike County, MS but have not been able to prove it. I would be grateful for any help in this matter.
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hasan-kerr family Monday, February 28, 2000
I am looking for any information on my family in Adams County, Natchez, Ms. or Roxie, Natchez 39661 area code under Rufus GRAYS (my grandfather deceased in Roxie or Natchez) who fathered Thomas Lee GRAYS (my father deceased in Los Angeles, Ca.)
Alan or Allan TAYLOR (Rufus father, I think) who disappeared some time in 1960's and was never found, somehow became ex-lander owner of a existing golf course in Adams County.  His wife Anita (I think) deceased.
Josephine FLEMMINGS/FLEMING/FLIMINGS/FLIMMING (my grandmother deased, died in house fire @ 1932 or 1933).  Thank you for your help.
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Derek Arthur Wyatt  Friday, February 25, 2000
Am looking for info on Edward Frederick STANGLE (sometimes listed as 'STINGER'), b. Saxony, circa 1803, listed on the 1860 census in Natchez, MS with his wife Mary Jane ASHLEY (adopted name METCALFE) STANGLE, b. 1805, d. 1903, and children (ages are circa 1860): Edward (E. F.), 18; Samuel 16; Hiram 11; Julianne 11; Lucretia 10; Elizabeth less than 1.
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Sandy Hilbinger Friday, February 25, 2000
Looking for any information on LINSFORD/LUNSFORD from Natchez area prior to Civil War. Two of the children were Lydia & James.  Lydia 1st marriage was to Hollard EDWARDS, 2nd marriage William Joseph ICE.  Thank you.
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Mary Wilds Lenz Thursday, February 17, 2000
My GGGGrandfather was Richard WILDS who was the father of Oliver Norris WILDS who served on the Board of Supervisors beginning in 1876 and as its President beginning in 1884. Would like to know more about Richard. Understand he came from Manchester, England in 1834. Had the first
iron foundry in Natchez. Died around 1866 from an accident. Where might I find more research?
Also, interested in information regarding the ferry boats/steamboats that my G-Uncle Ollie WILDS, I believe, owned (Stella, Ollie K.).
I'm also a descendant of the KOERBER family. My GGGrandmother was Barbara Regina KOERBER who married Oliver Norris WILDS. Found information in the St. Mary's Cathedral bulletin. Where else might I look?
My Grandfather, Charles E. WILDS, Sr., and his brother, Oliver Newton WILDS, both are listed on the World War I plaque in Natchez.
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Glen L Adams Thursday, February 17, 2000
Any info on William D. ADAMS & Henry JACKSON, who were early settlers on Black River, would be appreciated, as I am a descendant.  Thank You.
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T Denmark Friday, February 4, 2000
Looking for descendants of my Great-Great Grandfather, Tom WARNER.  The only information I have is that he had at least 1 daughter, Carrie Warner-MORGAN (my Great-Grandmother 1877-1970)with a slave named "Rector" (sp?) Jones.  Carrie MORGAN resided until death in Natchez, MS (Adams County) and had 7 children of her own.  I'm looking for other children of Tom WARNER and any siblings he may have had.  ANY information would be greatly appreciated.
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Billie Wingate Friday, January 28, 2000
Trying to locate any one that knows about Robert Henry WINGATE.  Lived and had a store in Natchez early 1800's. Have been told store front still intact today. Also Michael WOOLFORTH his father in law was another business man there. Robert Henry had 4 children by marriage #1 John Robert, Walter Woolforth, Emma [m Reynolds\ & Annie [m Farmer} Any help will be appreciated. Return to Surnames Page

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