Queries: Mar 1997 - Aug 1997
Sharon Rowe March 5, 1997
ROWE / PLYMALE / PLIMEL
I am looking for information on Joseph Rowe, b. 1790 in VA. Settled in Knox
Co., IL around 1830. Joseph was married to Elizabeth (Betsy) Plymale/Plimel.
Joseph is beleived to be the son of James Rowe of Giles Co., VA. Any help
would be greatly appreciated.
Paula Yount - Mar 8, 1997
LONG / HARVEY
I am seeking any information on WARE LONG, born ca 1811 in VA , his wife,
ELIZABETH (HARVEY) LONG who he married in Knox County 11 Mar 1849, and their
children. I have six children from the census records: George, Harriet J.,
William, James, Oranetta, and Clara. Information that I have is limited, but
would be willing to share/exchange anything I have.
Dan Adkins March 8, 1997
ADKINS
Looking for information on Lewis ADKINS, and his father Phillip. Moved to
Knox Co. from Ohio around 1837. Thank You
Thomas W. Lisco March 8, 1997
SEARS / FAUBLE / MEILY
I am looking for information on the descendants of Thomas Sears & Mary
Meily, married 4/14/1881 in Galesburg and Kellister Sears & Charles Fauble,
married 5/7/1885 in Galesburg.
Steven Butts March 9, 1997
BUTT
Looking for information about Thomas Didimus Butt, born 1801 in (West)
Virginia. He arrived in Knox County about 1836 and died there. His son John
Butt married Mary Butt, both born in Greenbrier Co, Va. Mary was the
daughter of Thomas Butt who died in Greenbrier Co. Thomas Didimus and Mary's
father were related but not sure how. Thomas Didimus was the son of
Archibald Butt, just not sure which one as there were several
Bill McIntosh March 10, 1997
McBRIDE
William T. McBride, b..1855, Nelson Co., Va., m..Mary E. (?), b..1864
married in Mo., 6 son's..William T., jr., Roy R., Joseph A., Charles A.,
Oden E., 2 daughter's..Paulina and Eliza.. Lived around Galesburg 1910,
1915. Any info would appreciate and share what I have.
Robert L. Black, Jr. March 16, 1997
DICKENS
DICKENS--Looking for information on my gr gr grandfather, Thomas Ewin
DICKENS, and his twin brother, William C. DICKENS. They were born in 1836 in
Rapatee, Knox Co. IL. Any information on the DICKENS surname in this area
during the 1800's would be greatly appreciated. Will gladly share info.
Dan Hasty March 15, 1997
ARMSTRONG / BROWN / CAIN
I am looking for info on JAMES ARMSTRONG. He narried SARAH BROWN 1870 They
had 2 girls JAMES died 1876 "on the river". would like info on both parents.
SARAH married JAMES CAIN moved to NB. Only one daughter went with them the
other one stayed with a doctor and was raised by them don't have the doctors
name or childs name. Any help will be appreciated, Tina Hasty.
Jerry Lee Gray March 15, 1997
LUMBERRY / VANTINE
Looking for information on Augustus L. Lumberry, born 18 Sep 1844 in
Illinois, and married Levina Lumberry (b. 10 Dec 1845 in Ohio) in abt. 1867.
They had 13 children, Mary, Lucinda, Clara, Frances, William, Irenia Effie,
Charles, Nellie, Earl, Pearl, John, and Walter. The Illinois Census, Knox
County has them listed in 1910 with a son yet at home, Walter. Apparantly
Augustus' parents were both from France. Augustus and Levina Lumberry are
both buried in Yates City Cemetary in Knox County, along with a daughter,
Nellie Rose LUMBERRY VANTINE. Any information would be helpful on Augustus
or Levina. Thank you.
Jerry Lee Gray March 15, 1997
SKILLMAN / VANTINE / BOICE
I'm looking for any information on Martin Augustus VanTine, who was born 23
Apr 1839 in Plainfield, Somerset, New Jersy, and married Sarah Boice on 19
November 1859 in Piscataway New Jersey. They are both buried in Yates City
Cemetary, and was the father of Wilmer VanTine, b 6 Mar 1882. Believe
Martins parents were Peter VanTine and Eleanor Tenbrook SKILLMAN, both born
and died in New Jersey.
Tom Lundeen March 23, 1997
EKLUND
Searching for anyone with knowledge of Nils August (Carlsson) EKLUND, who
emigrated to Galesburg in 1882 and lived with his brother, Peter Johan
EKLUND. Nils was born 19 Jan 1861 at Gnutskulla, Fliseryd, Smoland, Sweden
and was known to have lived in Galesburg at least until 1892-93, when we
lose track of him.
Tom Lundeen March 23, 1997
JOHNSON / JOHANSSON
Looking for anyone with knowledge of Svante JOHNSON/JOHANSSON, who emigrated
to Galesburg in 1869, with his brother Carl Johan JOHNSON/JOHANSSON. Svante
was born 30 Apr 1841 at Hoejden, Hoessna, Vaestergoetland, Sweden. We know
nothing of his whereabouts after he emigrated. Did he settle in Galesburg?
Donna L. Cooper March 23, 1997
HARPER / PARK / MILLER / WILLIAMS / SHAW
Seek information on parents of David HARPER, b. 2 Aug 1813 Ohio, m. 28 Jan
1841 in Union County, OH to Sarah Jane PARK, d. 6 Mar 1889 in Chestnut Twp.,
Knox County. David's father may have been Jacob HARPER, b. 23 Aug 1785 in
Pennsylvania, but is buried near David in Herman Cemetery, Chestnut Twp. His
mother was Elizabeth - maiden name unknown, who probably died in Ohio. Known
siblings were sister Mary who m. lst to Job WILLIAMS and 2nd to John MILLER;
bro Richard Miller HARPER who m. Catherine Jane SHAW.
Jeri Simms-Masters - Mar 29, 1997
SIMMS / METZGER / RYNER / DENBY / STEEN / RUSSEL
I am searching my family history. My grandfather was Francis H. SIMMS, b 24
Jan 1886 in Peoria, died 9 Nov 1930, Peoria. Francis SIMMS married Anna
Isabelle METZGER on 3 Jan 1920. Anna Isabelle METZGER b 29 May 1898 in
Peoria., died around 1968 in Portland, OR. I am very interested in finding
information about Anna Isabelle METZGER in the 1930s. Ggrandfather Charles
Washington SIMMS, b 07 Jul 1854, Peoria Il. , d 08 May 1925, Peoria. Charles
married Sarah Alice RYNER, b 03 May 1861 Knox Co, Il, d 12 Oct 1944 Peoria,
Il. gggrandfather Alonzo SIMMS, b ? Virginia, died 30 Mar 1871, Peoria,
Alonzo SIMMS married Mary DENBY, b ? Virginia, d 15 Aug 1909, Peoria, Il.
Sarah Alice RYNERs father was Henry RYNER. Anna Isabelle METZGERs father was
Lewis Valentine METZGER, b 28 Jul 1871 Sidney, Ohio, died 26 Sep 1928,
Peoria. Lewis Valentine METZGER married Jennie Dell Steen b: 26 Dec 1870
Monmouth, Il, d: 28 Oct 1919. Jennie Dell STEENs father was William H.
STEEN, b 25 Nov 1843, Indiana, d 13 Jul 1918, Peoria. William H. STEEN
married Lydia A. HOWSMAN, b?, Monmouth, Il., d: 23 May 1899, Peoria. William
H. STEENs father was Samuel STEEN (need info), Samuel STEEN was married to
Sallie RUSSEL (need info). I would appreciate contact with descendants of
any of the above, or any information regarding them. Lewis V. Metzger was
involved with the Pierre Marquette Hotel and/or Metzger Hotel just prior to
the depression. Would like information regarding what happened to this
family, and these hotels, during decade prior to the depression and decade
following.
HLonsdale Apr 25, 1997
COOPER / MARTIN
Dr. Essias Samuel COOPER (b. 21 Jan 1819 and d. 16 Nov 1895 Henderson, Knox
Co Ill) m. Mary E. MARTIN (who d. 1881 Henderson, Knox Co, Ill). Dr. COOPER
established a medical office in Galesburg, Ill, in 1879. Their children --
order not known -- were Dr. E. H.; Dr. E. S. Jr.; Dr. Charles; W. H.; Emma;
and Carrie.
Kathy Whipple Apr 24, 1997
VOLK / BROWN2
Looking for 1850-1860 information about Francis VOLK and Phebe BROWN >
(daughter of Alexander B. BROWN and Jane RILEY) who were married in 1854 >
Knox Co. Believed to have been living in Uniontown near Yates City. Anyone >
knowing this family, please contact me.
Susan Koehler Apr 17, 1997
BABCOCK
Researching the Ransom and Mary BABCOCK family in Sparta, Knox Co. in the
1850s and 1860s. Would love to contact others who have any info.
Sandy Combs - Apr 14, 1997
VanDORN / BLAKSLLEE
I would like to find the relatives of Mary or Chester Van Dorn. They lived
in Knox County, Il. in 1868. I have a letter that Mary wrote to her friend
Rachael Blaksllee who lived in Farmington, Il. If I can locate any of their
family, I would like for them to have this most interesting letter.
SmithinDC Apr 5, 1997
NELSON / PETERSON
Seeking any info on following: Nels NELSON, b. May 9, 1843, in
Schleswig-Holstein, North Germany, when it was under Danish rule (thus he's
often shown as born in Denmark). Nels immigrated 1865, naturalized 1870.
Perhaps record of naturalization is in Knox Co. Nels is said to have met >
Helen Sophia PETERSON/PETERSEN in Galesburg, Illinois, and to have married
her c. 1870/71 at a place called Monmouth (?). Nels was a blacksmith working
in Galesburg (so says the story) when a man from Wichita, KS, attending a
jewelers convention in IL convinced Nels to relocate. Nels & Helen's
chilren's names: Arnan/Peter Arnold, Augusta, Anna, Margarette, Frank, John,
Ida Matilda, Emma, Osie. ANY connection or info welcome.
Jim Sanderlin May 06, 1997
MAXWELL
Looking for info on Harriet Delilah Maxwell, b 14 Apr 1851 in "Old
Henderson", Knox, IL. She married William FERMAN 21 Feb 1869 in Cambridge,
Henry, IL. Her parents possibly were James (b 1810 IN d 1895 Hampton, Rock
Island, IL) and Elizabeth Laremore Maxwell (b 1811 KY). James was the father
of 16 children, some of whom lived in MO. He was Baptist and a son named
Richard, who lived in the same town as Harriet Ferman (Hampton, IL). Harriet
died 8 Jul 1931 in East Moline, Rock Island, IL
Jim Sanderlin May 06, 1997
OLOMON
Looking for descandants and relatives of Roan Franklin Olomon. He was born
25 Jun 1866 in Opdyke, Jefferson, IL to Peter PATRICK and Martha BAUGH
Olomon. He married as his 2nd wife, Lenora COLE. She was born 20 Jan 1871 in
Opdyke to Benjamin and Mariah Lucinda Handling Cole. R.F. and Lenora had the
following children: Naomi Olomon Heck, Ida Mae Olomon BIRKHEAD, Lloyd (died
young), Ezra Ellis Olomon, Ruth (died young), Hardie Keith Olomon, Minnie
Ethel Olomon Peterson, Arthur Olando Olomon, Charles Belmont Olomon, and
Velma Pearl Olomon HOLSINGER. Roan and Lenora came to Knox county around
1920. He died at their farm in rural Knoxville in 1926. Lenora died in 1963.
Barbara Roup - May 13, 1997
COLLINS / BOMAR
I am searching for family of Thomas COLLINS, b. Ireland. Mar. Martha Rae ???
and had children: Mary "Polly", b. 22 April 1836, Knox Co. IL, Rice, William
Duncan, Anthony & Carolina. Mary "Polly" mar. Henry J. BOMAR, 12 Sept 1861,
Knox Co., IL. Henry J. was son of Henry C, grandson of Wilson BOMAR. Any
info appreciated.
Erin Ortmann - May 14, 1997
WALKER / KLOCK
I am looking for any help available on information about my WALKER family. I
have Lewis Earl WALKER b.26 Nov,1863 in Galesberg, Knox, IL. His parents
were Perry WALKER ( I have NOTHING on him except he died in the Civil War )
and Nancy Jane KLOCK b.18 Sept,1843 in PA. After Nancy was widowed, she, her
son Lewis, & her parents settled in OR. I am really hoping to find some
clues to help with the identity and family of the father, Perry. I
appreciate all contacts and ideas!! I have never been able to do much on
this line as my resources are limited.
Connie Morenzoni - May 22, 1997
VULGAMORE / VOLGAMORE
Seeking info on VULGAMORE/VOLGAMORE family. Served in the Civil War, 67
Regiment, Co. F IL Infantry Volunteers. After the war he resided in Knox
Co., IL until 1877 when he moved to Clark Co. IL until 1880 then he moved to
Furnas Co., NE. He married Drucilla FITZGERALD in Maquon, IL, December 24,
1863. Any information on this family would be appreciated.
Wendy White - May 23, 1997
O'DONNELL / WALLIN(WALLEN) / RAKESTRAW
I am looking for marriage information on Michael O'DONNELL and his wife
Harriett WALLIN/WALLEN. They lived in Knox County in Elba Township through
four censuses (1850-1880). When and where were they married? What are their
birth dates? Harriett was the daughter of William WALLIN and Mary RAKESTRAW.
She was born in Ohio. Michael was born in Ireland. They are both buried in
Peoria. Their children were: Mary Elizabeth, Joseph, Louisa, Catherine and
Martha.
RWBaker - May 31, 1997
BRUNK
Anyone with access to the 1860 census or someone familiar with Jacob Brunk.
I would like to know the family of Jacob Brunk as it shows in the 1860
census. He shows up in a census index this way: Jacob Brunk, Knox Co.,
Knoxville.
K. Sweetser - June 12, 1997
SWEETSER / HAYNES / NICKERSON / FOOKS / CAMBRIDGE / HENDEL / WILEY / BOOTON
/ STEVENSON / GADDIS / STRAIN
I would like to find out more info abt Emery SWEETSER b.1832 d. Orange Twp.
Knox Co. IL and his brother Elisha P. SWEETSER b. 1830. They both married
sisters whose father was Asa HAYNES. Their mother married (2) Uzzi
NICKERSON. Other connected names in Knox Co. FOOKS, CAMBRIDGE, HENDEL,
WIILEY, BOOTON, STEVENSON, GADDIS, STRAIN Thank-you
Robert Criswell - June 02, 1997
SIMKINS / MINTEER
Looking for information on ANN JANE SIMKINS, born 11/14/1858 in Galesburg,
Knox County, IL. Married to JAMES A. MINTEER 11/14/1882. Any information on
either would be greatly appreciated. Robert Criswell
Tom Howe - June 5, 1997
ADAMS / PRATTS
I'm looking for information on Mary Adams, born October 6, 1839 in
Knoxville, Knox County, Illinois. I do not have any information on her
siblings or parents. She married Abram Pratts in Peoria, Ill. in 1854 and
later moved to Hooper, Nebraska. Any info on her family would be
appreciated. Thank you very much. Tom Howe
Frank Dolan - June 08, 1997
PADEN / FISH
Looking for information about Isaac Paden and Celia Fish Paden who wer
married March 17, 1825 in Columbiana Co., OH. They moved to Crawford Co., PA
& lived there for several years. They moved to Galesburg, IL - KNOX CO. - in
1842. They then moved to Ramsey (St. Paul) or Washington Co. (Stillwater),
MN in 1851. They had 12 children. Albert lived in Galseburg, IL. & Maria J.
married Arthur Stephen in 1852 in MN. I seek information concerning any
other descendents. Thanks! Pat Dolan
Peggy Carey - Jun 11, 1997
ESSEX / WATSON / SMITH / SEVERS / BROWN / VAN PELT / CHAPIN / CALL / PECKHAM
/ BAILEY / WAX
Seek connections to the following: ESSEX; WATSON; SMITH; SEVERS; BROWN; VAN
PELT; CHAPIN; CALL; PECKHAM; BAILEY; WAX early residence of Henderson County
and surrounding area. Will share extensive data.
JIm - June 18, 1997
HORTON / TALCOTT
Looking for information on Baker and Katherine Horton. Children are: Samuel,
John, George, Benjamin, Jesse, Maria and Joseph. Newspaper obits show Baker,
Katherine, George and his wife, Delia(Talcott) buried in Hope Cemetery but
cemetery book only shows Delia, called Della in book. Jesse was first
engineer killed on Q railroad out of Galesburg. Maria died in Galesburg,
date and place of burial UNK. Joesph died in Los Angeles in 1899. As far as
is known, these Horton's came from PA, around Great Valley, PA where Baker
and Kathrine were married. Obit for Geroges widow states that she was buried
in family plot at Hope Cemetery Cemetery. George died in Galva.
Daniel R. Lewis
- Jun 21, 1997
HENDEL / SWEETSER / HAYNES / GADDIS
My name is Daniel R. Lewis and I am researching the following surnames in
Knox county; HENDEL, SWEETSER, HAYNES, and GADDIS. My great-great
grandfather was John W. Hendel who married Lillie B. Sweetser in April of
1881. If you can help me please contact me by e-mail
or at 1555 E. 31 St. Lorain, Oh. 44055-1613.
Robin - July 16, 1997
WOOD / MILLIKEN
I am seeking information on John F WOOD and his wife Sarah M. ???? Their
residence is stated as Galesburg Knox County IL in 1869. It appears that
they also owned property in Fremont County IO during this time period; they
purchased this property from a James MILLIKEN and his wife Anna B. in 1865
of Macon County IL. Any information on either of these families would be
greatly appreciated. Thank you, Robin
Glorene Simpson-Stevens - July 16, 1997
FINNEY / VanFOSSEN / MIDDLETON / CROZIER
I am researching Thomas Taylor FINNEY born 6-18-1822 in Tuscarawas Co. OH
and Rachel VanFOSSEN born 8-17-1825 in Tuscarawas Co. OH. They were married
10-7-1847 in Newcomerstown, Tuscarawas Co. OH. They lived in Knox Co. Ill by
the year 1858 as one of their children - Mary Catherine Finney Howard was
born there in that year. My great-grandmother Martha Alice Finney Middleton
was also born there on Jan. 1, 1860. Thomas and Rachel's last child was
Celia Finney Crozier born 1870 in Knox Co. , Ill. I know that the family had
moved to Nebraska by 1887. Thomas fought in the Civil War for Illinois 83rd
Regiment Infantry.
Karen Kimball - July 26, 1997
EVANS / DOTY / GOODELL
I am interested in any and all information relating to Martin DOTY and
Aurilla EVANS who married 17 Nov 1845 in Knoxville, Knox Co. Il. Martin is
the older brother of "Captain" Edward DOTY of the Jayhawkers. I know what
became of Martin and Aurilla - they moved to California and became my
g-g-grandparents. I want to verify their parents and obtain more information
on their siblings. I would be happy to share what I have with anyone
researching DOTY or GOODELL. Thank you. Karen Kimball.
Cyndi McLean - Jul 28 1997
GOLDSBOROUGH / RORK / MORGAN
I am seeking information about Ella M. Goldsborough, born 28 January 1861,
in Peoria. She married John Wesley Rork, who was born 21 Mar 1861, in
Morton, IL. John Wesley's parents were Daniel K. Rork born 3 Nov 1824 and
Charlotte Morgan. Any information about any of these people will be much
appreciated! Thank you!
Jerry Gray - Jul 28 1997
BLOOMFIELD / COZIAHR / BOWERS
Looking for any information on the Bloomfield, Coziahr, Bowers families.
Many are buried in Ontario Cemetary, and different cemeteries in that area.
Pat Smith - Aug 4 1997
KENNEDY / DICKEY / SMITH / VONN
I am looking for William H Kennedy, William Perry Kennedy, my grandfather,
or their brothers or sisters. William Perry was born in Plymouth in1868. He
and Rose his wife are buried near their in a cemetary called Scott. I'm
having a hard time finding anything about W.H. Kennedy. I need to know where
he died in1919. I also would like to find out about any Dickey's that were
in the area at that time.Thank you so much for your time. Also William Smith
and his wife, Rosana Vonn Smith.
Jan Gerdts - Aug 19 1997
HOGG
Interested in finding someone with James HOGG, James R. HOGG, Myrtle
HOGG, Kathryn HOGG in family. Were in Knoxville, IL before and about the
turn of the 20th Cen. Also mention of Waverly, IL and Algona, IA. Jan
Gerdts
Nancy Robinson - Aug 16 1997
MURRAY
Levi and Susan Murray lived 1869 Knox Co, Il when signing 1879 deed in
Peoria Co, IL. Did not find them in Knox 1870 census. Help?
Virginia Greenup Seaholm - Sun Aug 17 1997
REID(REED) / LAMB
William Duncan REID(REED)b.28 June, 1835 in Holytown, Scotland ; d.6 April,
1915 in Old Henderson, Knox cty. Illinois. Married Jennifer(Jane) LAMB
c.1870 in Maryland. She was born
11 March, 1838. Would like to know her birthplace. She d. 7 Jan. 1882 in
Henderson, according to Galesburg Republican Register-Henderson News. Their
burial plots and stones are in the 'Henderson Cemetery', East gate entrance,
along w/2 babies. More info, or where to find info, on Jane would be
appreciated. He was the senior member of the mining firm of REED and
PENDERGAST, in Soperville
Herrold - Aug 27 1997
HERROLD (HARROLD)
I have a Daniel Herrold who died in Knox Co., IL in 1884. I know 3 of His
sons married in Knox Co. Christopher in 1872, Clark in 1866, and John W. in
1862. I'm wondering if you have any information in the history of Knox Co.
on this family. The name may also be spelled Harrold. Thank you.
Viola Seward - Fri Aug 8 1997
REED / SHAW
Ira C REED married Hannah SHAW in Knox County,Illinois.had children there.
Elvis.b. 1872. Matilda.A. b. 1875. Eva Ella.b.1877. William. R. b. 1879. Ira
C REED was born in 1842 in illinois.
would love to find living family member's.any and all help greatly
appreaciated. thank you.
Lana Anderson - Aug 13 1997
BOYDSTUN / DAWDY
Bartlett Boydstun, b. 1797 Ky. md Isabelle Dawdy & resided in Indian Point
twp 1850. Isabelle Boydstun buried in Boydstun-Dawdy Cemetery 1868.Where is
Bartlett buried ? and when did he
die ? Believed to have been in Erath Co Tx. 1880 with daughter Phebe Jane
Tucker. Would like to hear from decendants of Bartlett Boydstun, Children
md. Edmundson,Killiam Dawdy, Brinkley, Tucker, Jones, Irwin. Some stayed in
Knos Co.Ill. Bartlett Boydstun.
Donna Nevens - Aug 15 1997
GIBBS / NEEDHAM
Need information on Elias Gibbs family who lived in Knox County from 1834 to
1853. He was a farmer and a Methodist minister or missionary. Wife Needham.
Children: George, Lewis, Elijah, William and Mana. Any information welcome.
Family moved to Nebraska and then to Colorado.
Gary Honts Aug 19 1997
HONTS
I'm looking for any information on Daniel and Mary Honts Daniel was born in
1831 and Mary in 1807. They lived in St. Augustine, Ill and are both buried
in the Hunt Cemetery there. Daniel served in the Civil War
Paula Price Aug 30 1997
WHITLEY / WADE
I am trying to obtain any information that is available about Maria(h) WOOD
WHITLEY (b.abt 1801 Upper/Eastern Canada) who married Hiram WADE or WADER
(b.1793) on 9 March 1843 in Hancock County. In 1850 they were living in
Henderson TWP, Knox County along with Charles, Edwin, Joseph and Phineas
WHITLEY and Harvey and Lorenzo WADE. I have also come across an H. WADE who
served as county clerk of Jasper County and Sheriff for Lawrence
County-however I do not know if this is my Hiram WADE. Any information on
any of these names would be most appreciated!!!
