Sandra Schroeder Sat, 3 Jan 1998
I am searching for Hiram COLE, b. Abt 1827-1835 PA, d. 1924 IL, had 3 wives,
possibly Mary Jane BLACK, Emmaline SHANK (SCHENCK). He had many children,
names not positively known. found where a Hiram COLE purchased Canal public
domain lands. Thanks for any help. Sandra Schroeder slschroe@intrepid.net
Sg1094@aol.com Sat, 3 Jan 1998
Looking for information on NEWTON, Daphne Alice born to HARTMAN, Mildred and
NEWTON, Edgar in Marseilles in 1916. Please contact me with any information
at either: Samantha_McKnight@HPHC.ORG or Sg1094@aol.com Thank you!
Nancy Davis Mon, 05 Jan 1998
HYLAND Edward F bd: 1841 Plainfield township in Will county IL looking for
birth certificate so I can find information about parents F is possibly for
Frank. thanks ndavis@pluggers.esu8.k12.ne.us
Tom Breedlove Thu, 8 Jan 1998
Hello, My name is Tom Breedlove I am doing research on my paternal side and
I know that my grandfather Louie Edward BREEDLOVE married Ada Josephine
BRITTINGHAM on 17 Oct 1917 in Vermilionville, Illinois. Ada was born in
either Vermilionville or Tonica on 2 Sept 1895 the child of Byron Adolphus
BRITTINGHAM and Alma Almira LATHROP. Alma was born in Vermillion, Illinois
on 20 Feb 1868 the fourth child of William LATHROP and Rozella WARD. Both
William and Rozella died in Lowell, Illinois. William on 11 Aug 1912 and
Rozella on 23 Jan 1917. Any information as far as personal type things or
documents that you might be able to acquire please let me know. My E-Mail
address is TBreedlove@aol.com . Thank you. Tom
Samuel D Williams Fri, 09 Jan 1998
Mary Ann SAPP born 1834 Memphis Tenn. Moved to Bureau Co. Ill. in 1834.
Moved to Peru in 1848 attended school and Jacksonville Female Academy.
Married Samuel D. WILLIAMS Feb.22,1855 in Ottawa. Her father (name unknown)
was editor of the "Peru Herald" newspaper during the Civil War and until his
death. Am seeking information on Mary's parents. Thank You Sam Williams
Harry Dolder Sun, 11 Jan 1998
Looking for information and mainly a picture of George DOLDER b. 8 July 1822
Alsace, d. 22 Dec 1880, buried Elerding cemetery. George had several
children and am hoping some descendents are interested. Eugene HAAS, 5
children. Louisa Mary DOLDER d. 3 Feb 1914, married 1 Jules DAVID, 2
children. married 2 Julian HAAS, 4 children. Caroline DOLDER d. 1928,
married 1 Ferdinand Schardt, 2 children, married 2 Charles MOREL, 5
children. Elizabeth DOLDER d. bet 1921-1927 married a SCHEPPLER. Josephine
d. 15 Dec 1921, married Nathan WHITNEY, 9 children I am hoping one of these
descendants have more info and possibly pictures. I have been to LaSalle
county many times to do research and still have much to do. Thank you, Harry
Dolder
Cindy : Sun, 11 Jan 1998
I'm looking for information on my family. Great-grandparents were
SCHMERHEIM, Gladys and Joesph. Grandparents were SCHMERHEIM, Elizabeth and
BISCHOFF, Robert. Gladys was born 3/26/08 and died 3/07/68 in Athens, Ga.
Clarke Co. Joesph I have no information on. Robert was born on 8/24/12 I
think in Frankfort, Il. but not sure. I don't know his parents names.
Elizabeth was born 2/29/30 or31. Probably in Ottawa. She died on 11/1/72 in
Athens, Ga. Gladys is buried at Oakwood Mem. Park in Ottawa. If you can find
out anything please let me know. Thank you so much, Cindy
Rita Gayle Louk Tue, 13 Jan 1998
Hi, I'm Rita and still looking for my lost Wood family. Looking for
Cartherine WOOD, born 20 April, 1801 supposedly in Mason County, Kentucky,
and died 13 Dec 1879 in Lostant, LaSalle, Il. She married on 13 April 1820
in Piketon, Pike Co., Ohio, a Samuel MCCLURE, who was born 17 Feb 1790 in
Rockbridge Co., Virginia, and died 16 Sept 1839 in Caledonia, Putnam Co.,
Illinois. He is the son of Enos MCCALEB (MCKILLIP). They had children who
grew up in LaSalle Co: Albert MCCLURE, born 30 April 1821 and married Susan
(Caroline) MCCARTY. Samuel Henry, born 23 April 1821 Robert Emmet, born 17
Jan 1825 Virginia Ann born 17 Oct 1827 Gilbert Burns, born 27 Sept 1831 and
married Marjorie HOOVER Anna America; born 29 Aug 1833 and married a John
Hiram HARTENBOWER Ethelbert, born 29 Aug 1833 and married a Susan CONRAD
Wilbert DeBonnieville born 8 Aug 1835 Herbert Anvil born 10 Feb 1838 I
believe she is related to an Eli WOOD as he is mentioned in her will and
tradition says her family came from Virginia. Any information is appreciated
and will gladly share all the information I have. Thanks in advance Rita in
Kansas
BG West Sat, 17 Jan 1998
Am trying to find information on my grandparents and great-grandparents. My
grandfather's name was: WHITE, Harry Albert m. Myra Louise Hallett. Harry
Albert was the son of WHITE, George Washington who fought in the Union Army
(from Ottawa) during the Civil War. I do not know dates of birth or death
for Harry Albert or George Washington WHITE, nor do I know to whome George
Washington WHITE was married (my great-grandmother). All of my roots are in
the Ottawa, LaSalle area; and I was born in LaSalle. I would be interested
in any and all information I can get about my family -- and any hints at
further sites on the Web that I can search. Thank you.
DEBRA HYRE Wed, 21 Jan 1998
HYRE, HYRES, HIRE, HIRES, HYER, HYERS, HEIR, HEIRS
Seeking any information on the surname. Specific references to LaSalle
County: Ole Hyre appears in the 1840 Census of LaSalle County and I find him
again in th 1850 Census in Mission, LaSalle County, IL with the spelling of
surname as Hyer. Also in the 1850 Census, Oliver Hyer, Andrew, and Hans
Hyer. Any information would be useful and I am willing to share what I have
on this surname (in it's various spellings) with others searching the same
surname. Thanks in advance! Debra Hyre dhyre@hurricane.net
rjbfoot Thu, 22 Jan 1998
Looking for information on Levi BAREFOOT, b. 1827/28, Lancaster Co., PA.
Married first Mary Ann MCNITT in Mifflin Co., PA, and had sons William R. b.
1855 and Robert. Wife died in 1860 and by about 1865 he is living in IL.
Married a second time to Martha J., last name unknown, and had children John
B., b. abt. 1867/68; Jennie, b. abt. 1869/70; George, b. abt. 1872/73, and
Frank, b. abt. 1875/76. In 1880 Levi and family are in Marseilles, Rutland
Twp., La Salle Co., IL.
Becky Deutsch Thu, 29 Jan 1998
I am looking for any information you may have on Chief SHABBONA and his wife
POKANOKA. Please let me know what type of information you may have...I would
love to drive down and check it out if there is anything. Thank you. Becky
Deutsch
MURPHY Fri, 30 Jan 1998
Does anyone know where I can find a family history on Wild Bill HICKOK
(James Butler Hickok)? Barbara Murphy murphtho@nais.com
Kimberlie J. Groth Sat, 31 Jan 1998
I'm looking for information on the family of William John BRONNER (b. 1841)
and wife Elisabeth MAYER (b. 1846). They emigrated from Germany in 1860 and
settled in Mendota, LaSalle County, IL. Their children were Emma (1867-1945)
who married Henry HARTIG, John (1871-?), Louisa (1875-?), and Wilhelmenia
(1879-?). Please contact me at kjgroth@flash.net if you have any information
on these families. Thank you. Pages In Time -- Genealogy Homepages
http://www.flash.net/~chablis/famhist/gendex.htm BRONNER, GRACE, GROTH,
HALL, HAMMAN, HARTIG, HUBER, KRUEGER, MEISSTER, MOELLER, NIEHOFF, NIESS,
ROEHRICK, SULLIVAN, TARNOW, VONVEYELMANN, VONZWEIDORFF, WORKMAN
Shirley Brewer Sat, 31 Jan 1998
I am doing research on my mother in laws grandmother: Rosanna HESSENBERGER.
b. 1849 in Weruternberger? Germany. They came to America and settled in La
Salle IL. Her parents were Jacob and Rosanna (KOEGLE). Children were: Jacob
b. 1844 Charles b. 1846, John b. 1847, Rosanna b. 1849, Augusta b. 1851,
David b. 1854, Elias b. 1855, Asan b. 1859. Rosanna HESSENBERGER married
Morgan MOYER in 1867 I think they moved to Mendota IL. Thank you very much
Shirley Brewer
Lynne Hurley Mon, 2 Feb 1998
Looking for descendants of Jonathan DONKIN and Sarah TYACKE. Married in
LaSalle on 8 July 1873. Jonathan died 31 Jan. 1920. Sarah died 8 April 1909.
Four children, John, Edith, Edward, and Jonathan. Only Jonathan lived past
childhood. Please contact Lynne Hurley at Saintsmom@aol.com
Virginia Amorde Mon, 02 Feb 1998
Francis BRY, born in France 1817, d. 1881 La Salle/LaSalle/IL. He was
graduated from U of Missouri Medical School 1848, m. 1847 to Anna BROWN 1832
in Pittsburg/PA, dau of David and Margaret Brown. Children: Harriet, Frank,
Margaret (Madge) Hanna and Harry. Dr. Bry practiced in La Salle from
1850-1881. His signature is on the formation documents of La Salle in 1851.
He headed up the medical team for the cholorea epidemic. I would like any
information on this period of his life. David BROWN and Margaret Brown from
Ireland. David's signature appears on La Salle's initial papers of
incorporation in 1851. Children: David Jr., Hamilton, Margaret and Anna.
Anna m. 1847 to Dr. Francis Bry and they lived in La Salle all their lives.
David Jr. was a druggist. He appears in the 1860 census as does Margaret
Brown living with dau Margaret and Hamilton. Apparently father died sometime
during the 1850's. I would like any information on the family i.e. from
where in Ireland did they migrate? When did David Sr die?
LPerrilles Wed, 4 Feb 1998
Seeking information on the George CIELASYK family. Dates are 1900 thru
approx 1925. Looking for information on his wife. believed to have lived on
a hill overlooking the coal mines. Moved to Spring Valley. Any info would be
helpful.
Jack Martin Wed, 04 Feb 1998
Allen MARTIN (b. abt. 1842, Tennessee) was a resident of Hickory Point,
Illinois, in LaSalle county. He was a resident during the year of 1866. He
later married Luciuda (Lucinda) HIBBARD. She later died near Cullom,
Illinois, in Livingston county, 1886. Any information on the location of
Hickory Point, or research pertaining to MARTIN or HIBBARD lines, please
contact me. Looking for researchers that have information on David GUTHRIE,
who was the mayor of Marselles, Illinois, before he passed away in 1979.
Would like to find someone who would do lookups in Marselles for me,
regarding David. David GUTHRIE is my grand uncle. Thanks for any help. Jack
Martin dittel06@info2000.net
J8991@aol.com Sat, 7 Feb 1998
I am looking for SALTZMAN. My gr-gma was Velma Saltzman and was born in
Earlville, Illinois in 1857. She married Franklin Pierce Perry, unk when and
they possibly had four boys, two of which are Fay and Lee. This is all I
know of the Saltzman family.
Tlblackmn@aol.com Sun, 8 Feb 1998
Searching for information on Eliza Jane STEWART (b. 1847 location unknown -
d. 4 Jan 1896 KS). She married Thomas C. BRYAN (b. 3 Feb 1847 OH) in LaSalle
County, 16 Jun 1867. Children: Mary, Rilla, Josephine, Nellie, Jesse,
George. Any information appreciated.
Ed Slingsby Sun, 8 Feb 1998
I am looking for information on William SLINGSBY. He bought land in LaSalle
county on Oct 1, 1849 (as found in your link to land sales). He had a son,
John SLINGSBY born 1856, died 1917. John married Ellen(Nellie) FENNESSEY a
native of Ottawa IL. I would appreciate any info on this family name,
especially anything that can help explain William SLINGSBY's life prior to
the birth of his son. Thank-you. Ed Slingsby edslingsby@aol.com
Patti Bacon Sun, 8 Feb 1998
Looking for info and relatives of Thomas HARRIS who was b 26 Dec 1791 in
Bedford, Westchester, New York, and died 27 Nov 1870 in Marseilles, LaSalle,
Ill. He married (1) Mary SMITH Abt. 1812 in New York. He married (2)Fanny
WOODRUFF 1819 in NY. Fanny died in Marseilles, Ill., also. Children of
Thomas and Fanny are: Justus, b 1820, NY; d 2 Nov 1888, Springfield,
Sangamon, Ill; Mary, b 1824, NY; d. 24 Feb 1906, Marseilles, La Salle, Ill;
Isaac WOODRUFF, b 1827, NY, d. 31 Mar 1906, Marseilles, La Salle, Ill; m.
Maria Amelia THOMPSON, 20 Apr 1864, Marseilles, Ill; Lewis S, b 1829, NY; d
19 Jan 1884; Ann S, b 1831, NY; d. 14 Feb 1864; m. Stephen Mackey GUM, 1852,
Marseilles, Ill, George Washington, b 1834, NY; d. 3 May 1915, Chenna,
McLean, Ill; Calista A. HARRIS, b 1837, NY; m. Robert MCFARLANE, Abt. 1862,
La Salle, Ill; Alanson CUTLER, b 1840, NY; d. 28 Nov 1908, Paton, Greene,
Iowa; m. Olive GRANGER FORBES, 5 Aug 1868, Ottawa, Bureau, Ill. Patti Bacon
wdm3634@montana.com
Katherine Neill Mon, 09 Feb 1998
I'm trying to find out my great-grandmother's maiden name. Her parents
immigrated from Poland and I think she was born there. Her birth date was
July 5, 1887, and her SS# was 343-38-0170.Her name was Katherine SCHALLA,
from her second marriage, her 1st husbands last name was WILLIAMS. Her
daughter, my grandmother, Edythe, went by Schalla before she was married but
I think legally was a Williams. Edythe died in 1981. (can't find her birth
certificate, but she was born in Ottawa in l910) Katherine lived at 1325
Argyle Rd. in LaSalle until the late 70's and died in PA in '79. Her
daughter Edythe married Dr. Paul V. HUTCHINSON and my dad, Joseph P.
Hutchinson was born in Lasalle June 27, 1943. None of the family remembers
her maiden name. Edythe was her only child. Thanks, Katherine Neill
Rosemary Flamion Mon, 9 Feb 1998
Looking for information on Asahel HOAG, who purchased Federal Land in La
Salle Co (Sec 36, Twp 36N) on 18 Nov 1839.
Nora Tue, 10 Feb 1998
Samuel and Anna PROBASCO show up in Farm Ridge, LaSalle Co., in the 1860
census. However, I welcome all info on all PROBASCO families. Nora
jereme@digitalexp.com Wed, 11 Feb 1998 23:02:44 -0500
looking for information on WISNESKI or WISNIESKI or similar sp. I posted an
earlier query looking for Katherine SCHALLA's maiden name and apparently
it's something like the above. Also looking for WILLIAMS, no first name
known, her 1st husband or any Schalla relatives.
Janis and Donald Ragar Thu, 12 Feb 1998 20:49:
Looking for information on the family of John CAMERON b. 1798 Scotland d.
1876 LaSalle Co. IL. Wife: Isabella b. 1794 Scotland d. 1888 LaSalle Co. IL.
John and Isabella had 5 children: 1. Isabella m. Norman Mitchell HINSDALE 2.
James 3. John Rush m. Emily SPIER 4. Helen m. James K. MEIGS 5. Dwight m.
Fannie NORRIS. Would welcome any information on any of these people. Thank
you. Janis Ragar Jragar@murlin.com
SHIRLEY A HARTMAN Sun, 15 Feb 1998
Nicholas CASEY b @ 1865 d 23 mar 1909, mar 1885 to Mary Jane HOWLAND b ? - d
afr 1909. both d in Streator. children: Frances Gertrude CASEY mar P.J.
LACEY; Julia L. CASEY mar M.E. MAHER; Nicholas, Jr; Gerald H. CASEY b 25 Jul
1895 in Streator, d 29 Apr 1968 in River Forest, Cook Co, IL mar Jane
VONPEIN /VONPINE b 26 jan 1897 in Cincinnati d Jul 1997 Dunedin, Pinellas
Co, Fl. have Nicholas' Sr will showing he owned a good deal of property in
LaSalle Co and from his division of property, appears his daus were taken
care of in their marriages. Gerald served in WW1 and honorably discharged.
Jane VONPEIN/PINE was my great aunt but she never cared for the family and
refused to really speak of the CASEYS. info is appreciated and willing to
share what pitiful amount I have at this stage on this clan.
CHERIE LOGAN Sun, 15 Feb 1998
RICE family: Thomas Adamson RICE b. 1823 in Greene, Pennsylvania, d. 1870 in
Brookfield, LaSalle, Illinois. Married: Elsey REYNOLDS on 1 Jan 1846 in Knox
county, Ohio. Elsey was born in 1830, Pennsylvania. Their children: William
Rice b. 1846 in Knox, Ohio, Thomas Madison b. 1850 in Licking, OH, John b.
1851 in Licking, Eliott Raymond b. 1853 in Licking, James Harvey b. 1855 in
Licking, Elizabeth b. 1855 in Licking, Emery Scott b. 1860 in Licking. This
family was found in the 1850/60 census of Licking, Ohio, the 1870 census of
LaSalle, Illinois where Thomas died, and future census in Smith county,
Kansas. I would like to connect with others researching this family. Cherie
PMXP72A@prodigy.com
Virginia Amorde Mon, 16 Feb 1998
BRY, Francis Dr. b. 1819, Juro, France d. 1881 La Salle/La Salle Co/IL m.
Anna BROWN b. 1832 Pittsburg/PA d. 1888 La Salle/La Salle Co/IL dau of David
and Margaret Brown from Ireland chil: Harriet (TREAT), Frank, Madge
(Caverly, Hanna and Harry David Brown and Dr. Bry both signed the founding
of La Salle papers in 1851. Dr. Bry was instrumental in organizing the care
of cholora patients; served as La Salle Co Coroner 1870-78; taught classes
in biology, French and other related subjects. Left La Salle for one year in
1879 when he opened a practise in Los Angeles. He returned and died in 1881.
I am particularly interested in his wife Anna Brown and her ancestry.
Virginia Amorde amorde@sonnet.com
B in MO Tue, 17 Feb 1998
I am searching for information on my g-g-grandmother, Mary Elizabeth
STENDER. Her parents were Charles Frederick STENDER and Amelia MUEGGE.
Amelia died in 1854 and Mary was sent to live with her MUEGGE grandparents.
I believe near Peru, IL. Mary had a sister, Louise who died in 1855. The
Stender's and Muegge's came to America from Holtz-Minden, Germany. Mary
married a man named BRIGGS, given name unknown. I do not know what became of
Mr. Briggs, but Mary STENDER BRIGGS later married a Richard Abraham RICKRODE
or RICKROAD(e). Information on any of the above named persons will be
greatly appreciated. B in MO
Dennis E. Handy Tue, 17 Feb 1998
My name is Dennis Handy My gr grandmother was born in Oglesby in 1899 Her
name was Leita Delila DUNBAR Could you possible help find out how to get her
birth certificate. I'm doing research on my family tree. I appreciate your
help.
DRAGSTREM Fri, 20 Feb 1998
In 1850, John and Catherine GAHAN came from County Wexford through New
Orleans and to the Peru/La Salle are with their 3 sons Paul, Dennis and
Murtha (Murtagh) GAHAN. Dennis married Ellen Delaney in 1854, Murtha married
Catherine O'Neal in 18?? and Paul married Julia Sullivan in 1864. Paul and
Julia, my great grandparents, went to Iowa in 1869. I cannot find a trace of
any other GAHAN in this group, not in cemeteries, censuses, etc. Any clue
would be appreciated. I have investigated and my GAHAN's are not part of the
"Wallace Township" Gahans.
Jim Thompson Thu, 26 Feb 1998
William K. BROWN. The only thing I have at this time is that he was married
to Vashti K. PARHAM, and I believe that occured in Kendall County. This is
my ggf and ggm and their children were: Ernest William (my gf), John,
Bessie, Florence, James, Gladys and Esther. They lived for several years in
Wedron. Thank you. Jim Thompson
Ron & Kathie Groll Sat, 28 Feb 1998
Researching family of Ezra WINNEMORE, living in Ottawa Il, LaSalle County,
from 1860 to 1870 per Illinois census. Wife Mary Jane COCKRUM, children
Abram WINNEMORE (born 1869) and Margaret WINNEMORE (born 1870). Ezra and
Mary Jane were married in 1868 in Ottawa. Ezra also enlisted in the Civil
War from Ottawa. Trying to find Mary Jane's parents. Also any references to
any of them in Ottawa records. Looking for a reason why Ezra moved to
Ottawa, IL from PA and AL.
David Flomerfelt Sat, 28 Feb 1998
Would any of your members know what railroads had passenger service running
thru Streator and Dwight, Il in 1910-1920. My grandfather's brother Charles
FLOMERFELT with his wife Dollie lived in Streator during the 1910 Census and
Dwight during the 1920 Census. Charles worked as a RR Conductor I am trying
to narrow down which RR it might have been. Thanks for your help. David
Flomerfelt
P Weber Sun, 1 Mar 1998
Benjamin TRIPP born about 1810 ME married Jemima ????born about 1822 NY.
They had son John born about 1843 NY and son James born about 1847 NY. Were
in 1860 La Salle Co Census with an added daughter Sarah born about 1850.
Would like to know parents and siblings of Benjamin TRIPP and wife Jemima's
maiden name. Benjamin died after 1860 and in 1862 Jemima married Thompson
AVERY born about 1810 NY. Thompson AVERY was the father of William H AVERY
who later married Sarah TRIPP. Thompson also had a son Frances born about
1841 NY. Appreciate any info on any of these names.
Lisa Morrow Tue, 3 Mar 1998
I'm searching for information regarding my great grandparents, Charles
KNUTSON and Hannah JOHNSON KNUTSON. Charles was born June 20, 1874 , married
Hannah JOHNSON in 1898. Moved to Boone County from Ottawa in 1928 engaged in
farming. Looking for any information to verify dob for both and any
ancestral information. Do know that Hannah was born in Stavanger, Norway and
came to America when she was 12 years old. Would like any help with
ancestors on either party. Thanks. Lisa Morrow
Milly Mouse Wed, 04 Mar 1998
Am looking for any information on Amanda Melvina THOMPSON. Born 22 Sep 1824
in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, died in Mendota, LaSalle County, Il. at the
age of 87 26 Jan 1912. She was married to John PHILLIPS 7 Feb 1844 in
Alabama-Spruce St. Baptist Church in PA. Mrs. PHILLIPS had nine children,
Margarett, Phebe, George, Mary, Emmet, Ida, Hayden, John. Only three
children survived her. H.E. PHILLIPS, John PHILLIPS and Mrs. M. BAKER. Any
information concerning her ancestry, husband or children would be greatly
appreciated.
Patricia Freehill Wed, 4 Mar 1998
Matthew MURPHY born in 1818 or 1820 in Ireland, married Margaret COREGAN
CONELLY(a widow) in LaSalle County, IL in 1844. He appears in the 1850 and
1860 census in LaSalle County, but he is not with the family in the 1870
census. Matthew and Margaret's children were Mary MULLEN(b1844), Elizabeth
PURSLEY(1846-1901), John(1846-1928), Edward(b1849), and Margaret Ellen
FARRELL(b1851). I would like to know more about Matthew such as names of
parents and siblings, his date of death, and information on descendants. I
have much information on descendants of daughter Elizabeth Murphy Pursley to
share. Margaret COREGAN CONELLY MURPHY (1810-1899) born in Ireland married
Michael CONELLY and lived in Oswego,NY, married to Matthew MURPHY in 1844 in
LaSalle County, IL. Her children were Jane CONELLY MCCORMICK, Catherine
CONELLY RIORDAN, Mary MURPHY MULLEN, Elizabeth MURPHY PURSLEY, John MURPHY,
Edward MURPHY, and Margaret Ellen MURPHY FARRELL. I would like to know if
she had relatives in LaSalle County possibly COREGAN(CORRIGAN) that brought
her to LaSalle County from Oswego, NY as a widow. I would like information
on her descendants. I have much information on descendants of daughter
Elizabeth MURPHY PURSLEY to share.Gottfried PURSLEYdied about 1845 in
LaSalle County, IL. He was born in Germany where he married Anna Mary
EVERING(d1882). They were the parents of John(b1832), Daniel(1837-1896),
Catherine, Phebe, Elizabeth, Anna Mary, Emma, Joseph, and Anna. I would like
any information including ancestors and descendants. I have much information
on descendants of son Daniel PURSLEY to share.Replies to these postings
should be sent to Ricia Rose@aol.com or patriciarf@aol.com .Thank you.
Patricia Freehill
virginia harris Sat, 28 Feb 1998
looking for Andrew Jackson CONLEY born 1828 in Michigan, died 1908 in Iowa.
Married to Elizabeth Ann ? in 1852. Known children were: James Edward, Sara
Ann (Sadie), Heulit P. (Hugh) Conley, David E. (Edd), Charles Chester
(Chet), Mary Elizabeth (Minnie). Andrew was listed in the Il North Vol. 1
1860 census index. Would appreciate hearing from anyone with information on
the CONLEY family. e-mail me at: virginia.h@worldnet.att.net
Jim Koehler Mon, 2 Mar 1998
Hi - I'm not sure how to go about this, I've never used this before. I'm
looking for information on John Gottlieb KOEHLER. He was born in Germany in
approx. 1791 and died in Lasalle County in, I believe, 1879 at the age of 88
yrs. I Know that he had at least two sons, Ferdinand and Frederick, and I
think his wife's name may have been Hannah BEBBLE. I don't know his parents
names, for sure when he was born or died, or much more about him. Any info
will be appreciated, and also how I go about paying for it. Thanks. Jim
Koehler
Carol Mieske Wed, 4 Mar 1998
I am looking for Robert DUDLEY b. 1808, Ireland, d. 1894 Lincoln KS. Married
Bridget FOLEY, b. 1831 Ireland d. 1885 Lincoln KS. Married in Ottowa,
LaSalle co Ill. Children, Margaret, b. 1851, Mary Ann, b. 1854, Julia, b.
1856, John, b. 1859, Mesdames Owen, and James . All born in Ottowa, LaSalle
Ill. Bridget FOLEY'S parents are John FOLEY b. abt 1805, Ireland, and Kate,
b. abt. 1815, Ireland. Children, Emily, b. 1840, William, b. 1842, Thomas,
b. 1846, James, b. 1849. All born in Ottowa LaSalle Ill. Robert DUDLEY came
to USA from Kings Co (Offaly) Ireland with his brothers about 1830. He was a
cobbler. Robert was a volunteer solider in the war against Mexico and a
Civil War vet, Co H 23rd Ill Inf. He claims links to Earls of Leichester in
England. Would like to write to anyone with DUDLEY'S and FOLEY'S families.
Chuck Kimes Thu, 05 Mar 1998
Seeking information on ancesters of Benton Lee PHILLIPS born LaSalle Co.
12/22/1849 moved to Kendall Co. married Mary A. Farnham 1875. Children:
LeRoy b.2/16/1876, Agnes b. 4/10/1878,Jennie b. 12/18/1882 Chuck Kimes
cjkimes@uswest.net
Mary Eichhorn Fri, 06 Mar 1998
I am looking for information on my great-great grandparents. Patrick KENNEDY
was born in Ireland in 1836 and married a lady possibly named Hannah (or
Hanora) DONOVAN somewhere in upstate New York. John CONLEY (CONLY/CONNOLLY)
was born in Ireland, date unknown, and married Hannah CREMIN(CREAMEAN ?),
place of birth unknown, place of marriage unknown. He possibly had a second
wife. All resided in LaSalle County in the late 1800's and probably died
there, dates unknown.
JoAnn Walters Sun, 8 Mar 1998
Surnames: WILLAVIZE, MESSERSMITH, DAWSON, GETTLE. William WILLAVIZE b: 3 Dec
1837 Wiltshire, England d: 7 Oct 1919 Ottawa. Parents: William and Mary
(PRICE) WILLAVIZE, came from Wiltshire, England, with parents. Lived LaSalle
Co. since 1856 Married: Mary Jane MESSERSMITH ( Hiram and Annis
(MARTIN)MESSERSMITH), on 1 Dec 1863 Ottawa, LaSalle Co.. Children: William,
Ida Belle (m: Frank REED) b: Osage twp., Mary Ellen (m: ?? HUNT), Nora (m:
DURKEE), Theodore (m: Anna ??), Henry Grant (m: Arabelle DAWSON 5 Jan 1887).
Henry and Arabelle's children: Bertha Odessa, Luella Belle (m: William John
GETTLE, 4 Oct 1912, son of John and Anna (VOGEL) GETTEL),Iva Mae, George
Delbert, William Ancil, Grant Roy. Luella Belle after marriage to Wm John
Gettle moved to Hamilton twp. Lee Co.., IL. Thanks, JoAnn Walters
Betty Miller Mon, 9 Mar 1998
BUFFO - Just found the maiden name of my great grandmother. The name is in
the SSDI in LaSalle co. I would like to know more about the family. Maria
BUFFO was married to Julio TERANDO. 3 of her sons lived in Spring Valley,
IL. Betty Betty Miller WMiller11@tampabay.rr.com
Bette Stewart Mon, 09 Mar 1998
From Peru, IL, seeking info on William Henry COLLING(1865-1912) who married
Carolina Wilhemina BRACKMAN (1868-1928)in 1887 in IL. Both were born in
Germany and emigrated to the U.S. with their families. Haven't found dates
of arrival in U.S. William had two brothers: Anton and John. Carolina had
siblings: Emma Brackman, Richa GROSSHREUTZ, Fred BRACKMAN, and Gusta
KRUMSHIED. Their children: Caroline Colling COX; Barbara Louise Colling
THOMAS; Anna Colling MANN; William COLLING; and Mabel Colling RIESELMANN.
Carolina remarried after William's death. Either her second husband or
William, may have been a butcher. Thanks for any leads/suggestions. Bette
Stewart (granddaughter of Barbara Colling Thomas) bette_stewart@pgn.com
Ken Williams Fri, 13 Mar 1998
Looking for DR. Horace H. BASFORD (1805-1865) from VT. At one time lived in
Franklin Co., Georgia, VT. Died in LaSalle Co., IL. Wife may have been
Elizabeth. At least one son or grandson MERRIT CALDWELL BASSFORD (1850-1921)
b. LaSalle Co., Ottawa, IL. MERRIT CALDWELL BASSFORD m. Emma RETTA OVERMAN
(1851-1930) b. Vigo Co., Terre Haute, IN. They had 8 children.
Keith E. Spaulding
Seek information for Joseph HAWKINS, and wife Docia MARTIN born in KY and
believed to moved to Illinois 1790?. May had three daughters Osie, Gin
(maybe Ginny) and Mattie Pearle. Mattie Pearle married Alonzo SPAULDING
1903-4 McLean, IL she died 6 July 1917, bur in Funks Grove Cemetery. McLean,
IL. Osie and Gin married names unknown, were last seen in 1932 at Mendota,
IL. There maybe a connection with FARMER , COFFEE, or COFFIE. If this rings
a bell with anyone, please contact me. kes@skylink.net .
Elizabeth Marquez Fri, 13 Mar 1998
I am researching my great-grandfather: MORRIS, William James born February
10, 1870 in Streator, IL son of Ebenizer MORRIS born in England and Julia
Anna FLOOD born in County Tyrone, Ireland. Brothers and sisters include:
Catherine MORRIS WATSON SAXS Lewis John MORRIS, Gertrude MORRIS (died as a
child), Ebenizer MORRIS Austin MORRIS Thank you for your time and help.
Elizabeth Marquez
Glenn McConnell Fri, 13 Mar 1998
I am looking for information on John SABOLIK, who came to LaSalle County,
(Streator), before 1889 from Austria (Slovak). He was married to Susan
BAKALAR. Only my grandmother, the youngest of seven or so children, was born
in the U.S. (in Streator, August, 1889). Other children were John, Andrew,
Mike, George, Susan (married John GAZDA), Anna (married George HYDUK), and
Mary (married John MITAL in 1908).At least on of the sons moved to
Minnesota. The family seems to have lost contact with them. John SABOLIK
died in a railroad accident, on February 11, 1901. He was a naturalized
citizen as of November, 1896, LaSalle County. He is buried in Riverview
Cemetery, as is his wife Susan (BAKALAR) SABOLIK. She died, also in
Streator, February 26, 1906. I am particularly interested in the "railroad
accident".But any information on the family would be very much appreciated.
Thank you.
Karen Portzer Sat, 14 Mar 1998
I found an article on the Juniata, Pennsylvania genweb page that state a
large number of people from Juniata moved to Earlville, Illinois sometime
prior to 1885. I am researching the Bowers of Juniata county, who were
mentioned in this article as one of the families that had moved. Does any
one have any information on the BOWERS? I am particularly interested in any
obituaries that might mention my great great great grandmother, Lydia Bowers
Webster who resided in Juniata County and Altoona.
Jean Sun, 15 Mar 1998
FLAHERTY, John and wife Johana MCDONALD FLAHERTY came from Kerry, Ireland
@1846 with children Patrick born 1842, Bridget born 1844, and Michael. They
later moved to Cedar Rapids, Iowa. Looking for more siblings, passenger
lists, occupation, and of course cousins! Thank you! Jean
day@sedalia.k12.mo.us
Sue Mon, 16 Mar 1998
Looking for information of the parents of Elihu HOWLAND b. 01 Mar 1818, m 14
Sept 1842, d.08 May 1898 Deer Park, LaSalle Co, Illinois. His wife was Jane
A. BALDWIN b. 17 Aug 1826, New Milford, CT d. 08 Aug 1919 Deer Park, LaSalle
Co, Illinois (daug of Daniel BALDWIN d.07 Oct 1860 Farm Ridge, LaSalle Co,
IL, and Susan BALDWIN d. 23 Aug 1854 Farm Ridge, LaSalle Co, IL) The
children of Jane and Elihu that I am aware of were: Albert E/C? HOWLAND b.
22 Jan 1845 m. 12 Oct 1871 Emma J. PHILLIPS, Avelon Nathan HOWLAND b. 17 Nov
1850, Deer Park, LaSalle Co, IL, d. 21 Feb 1930, Richland Co, Wisconsin, m.
13 Oct 1887, Lockport, Will Co, Illinois Lillie M. CLARK b. 11 June 1861 d.
05 Sept 1921, Richand Co, WI., Edward D. HOWLAND b. 13 Oct 1858, Carlton
Hebert HOWLAND b. 07 Oct 1861 d. 31 Jan 1873, Howard W/M? HOWLAND b. 03 Oct
1865, m. 01 May 1890 Addie WAKEFIELD, Judson HOWLAND b. 01 June 1868, m. 14
May 1891 Sophie AKERMAN. 2 sons b 1843 & 1847 d. day following birth. Would
appreciate hearing from anyone with information on this HOWLAND/BALDWIN
line. Thank you. Sue
Betty Greenwood Porter Mon, 16 Mar 1998
I am doing research on my great grandfather, Philip C GREENWOOD, who came to
DeKalb Co. circa 1860 (listed on county census 1860 as Greenough). I cannot
find him in DeKalb Co. 1870 fed. census, although a daughter--Jennie is
listed with grandparents LEACOCK. Margaret Leacock Greenwood, Philip's first
wife(my great-grandmother) died in 1865. Philip remarried Lucetta Norton and
had 4 children born in Ill before going to Nebraska in 1879. I feel he may
have been in LaSalle Co for the birth of Joseph Francis born 1870; Adelaide
born 1871; Ella born 1874; Albert A. born 1876. I have the marriage record
to Lucetta but have not been able to find marriage to Margaret Leacock
probably 1858-9. Would appreciate any help you could give me. I have been to
DeKalb Co. in 1996; Was in Sycamore, Hinkley, and Sandwich which is where by
grandfather was born in Jan. 1861. THANKS, Betty Greenwood Porter
bgcaporter@aol.com
MaritaDido Mon, 16 Mar
My g-g-grandfather, Dwight LAMB, resided in Peru, La Salle Co. in 1850 with
his wife Lucy FREEMAN LAMB and their children. In 1860 his widow Lucy and
the children were in Mendota, La Salle Co. When and where did Dwight LAMB
die? Where is he buried? I am seeking the ancestry of Dwight LAMB, I know he
was born in NY. abt. 1818,was in Licking Co. Ohio in the 1840's, then to La
Salle Co. Illinois by 1850. Lanson (Lansing) LAMB, and his wife Ruth, were
residing with the Clark LAMB family in Mendota, La Salle Co. in 1860. He was
born abt. 1788 in NY. In 1830 he resided in Eaton, Madison Co. NY. In1840 he
was in Licking Co. Ohio, then to Lee Co. Illinois, and was in Mendota, La
Salle Co. by 1860. What were the names of the children of Lanson & Ruth
Lamb? If you have information, I would appreciate help. MaritaDido@aol.com
Jan Jewell 18 Mar 1998
Looking for information on Ethel Jeanette BRITTINGHAM (1899-1978). Parents
were Byron Adolphus (1853-1925) and Alma Almira LATHROP (1868-1919)
BRITTINGHAM of Lowell, LaSalle Co, IL. Other siblings were: William Enoch
BRITTINGHAM, Flora Rozella BRITTINGHAM, Ada Josephine BRITTINGHAM, Ethel
Jeanette BRITTINGHAM, Hattie Loretta BRITTINGHAM, Mabel Nellie BRITTINGHAM.
Surnames: BRITTINGHAM, CASTLE, FITZHENRY, JACKSON, LATHROP, MUNDEN, NICHOLS,
SPIRGI, TOOP, WAKELY. For more information see:
http://www.puffin.com/puffin/tree/britt.htm
Barbara Little Sat, 21 Mar 1998
I am researching: MCCLOSKEY/MCCLUSKEY & NOAKES/KNOX surnames. Patrick
McCLOSKEY b. circa 1811 and Janet McCARTNEY b. circa 1815 were born in
Londonderry, Ireland. They and their five children: Margaret, John, *James
(my gr-grandfather), Elizabeth Jane and Phillip migrated from Londonderry
Ireland to Lanarkshire, Scotland circa 1849. Two other children were born in
Scotland: Anne and Patrick. *James McCLOSKEY (b. May 1841 in Londonderry)
and Mary GORMAN (b.circa 1846 Althone, Ireland)were married Sep 02, 1865 in
Wishaw, Lanarkshire, Scotland. They immigrated to the U.S. in 1869 with
their three children: John, James and Patrick. The family lived in
Bloomington and then Streator, Illinois. They had the following children in
Illinois: **Elizabeth (my grandmother), Patrick (the first one died) and
Phillip. Mary GORMAN McCLOSKEY died Sept. 28, 1883 in Streator, IL and James
remarried to Mary DONALDSON, they had two children: Agnes and William. James
McCLOSKEY died Dec. 02, 1901 in Streator, IL. He was a part-time dairy
farmer and coal miner.**Elizabeth McCLOSKEY b.Jun 29, 1875 in Bloomington,
IL. married Joseph KNOX Sep 29, 1898 in Streator, IL. They had the following
children: Elmer, Cecilia, Joseph, Jr. (my father), Lucille, Edith, Irma,
Earl V., Lincoln, William Kenneth and Rita. Both my grandfather and father
were coal miners. At some time the name NOAKES was changed to KNOX when the
children went to school. Thus some of Joseph KNOX's older siblings went by
NOAKES others by KNOX. The original NOAKES is the correct spelling. I will
happy to share information on the above surnames. Barbara Little
Rosemary Flamion Sun, 22 Mar 1998
Looking for information on Asahel HOAG who purchased 80 ac of government
land in 1839. Perhaps he married his wife Emma Sophia GREEN, d/o Dennison
Green & Otilla WHEELER in La Salle Co. He removed to Will Co, IL where his
children were born. Also, looking for information on his cousin J. H. and/or
J. S. HOAG (could be same person) who also purchased land in 1840.
Perry Franklin Alberry Sun, 22 Mar 1998
The following Surnames are of interest to me and I have a generous amount of
information: ALBERRY, BAILEY, DAGGETT, MCCREERY,JEFFRIES, CUNNINGHAM
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