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My wife's great-grandfather was Theodore Thomas Belote (d. 1951). We have very little family history on him, but we believe he grew up on the Eastern Shore. He was a curator at the Smithsonian Museum. If anyone has information about his parents or siblings, please let me know.

Best regards,

Ken Smith Burlington, WA

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I am looking for information on (ZACHARIAH) SACKER NELSON born in the early 1700s in Cape Henry, VA. He married Betty (possibly a KING) and lived on Fox Island, Tangier Sound, VA. Their son, THOMAS "KING" NELSON (1752-1853) married GRACE STERLING (daughter of John and Betsy TODD Sterling). He is buried at Jenkins Creek. Then their son, THOMAS NELSON (1797-1865) married NANCY COX TAWS (1797-1876); he died in Lawsonia, Somerset Co.,MD.
I would like to know the dates of birth and death for SACKER NELSON and BETTY.
Also information on their parents.
Does anyone know if there is a connection between Sacker Nelson and Thomas Nelson of Yorktown, VA?

Thanks for your help,
Nelson W. Cannon
BRCNWC@aol.com

Seeking to identify spouses & children of Daniel Welborn (Welburn) III, son of Daniel Welborn II/Rebecca Smith, son of Daniel Welborn I/Barbara Drummond, son of Captain Thomas Welborn(Welburne)/Arcadia Toft. Daniel Welborn(Welburn) III believed to have spouses Millia (Permilia) Unknown and Jane Bradley, and other unknown spouses, with several children. He migrated from Accomac Co., Va to Halifax Co., NC ca 1769.Was there for about 20 years, during which had many land transactions.Departed therefrom ca 1789 to uncertain location, but later was in Tennessee (Davidson & Smith Cos) where died ca 1812. Was possibly father of James Welborn(Sp Elizabeth Dudley), my gg gf. Seek info re spouses, children & where lived. e-mail me at halwelborn@aol.com

Seeking to identify spouses & children of Daniel Welborn (Welburn) III, son of Daniel Welborn II/Rebecca Smith, son of Daniel Welborn I/Barbara Drummond, son of Captain Thomas Welborn(Welburne)/Arcadia Toft. Daniel Welborn(Welburn) III believed to have spouses Millia (Permilia) Unknown and Jane Bradley, and other unknown spouses, with several children. He migrated from Accomac Co., Va to Halifax Co., NC ca 1769.Was there for about 20 years, during which had many land transactions.Departed therefrom ca 1789 to uncertain location, but later was in Tennessee (Davidson & Smith Cos) where died ca 1812. Was possibly father of James Welborn(Sp Elizabeth Dudley), my gg gf. Seek info re spouses, children & where lived. e-mail me at halwelborn@aol.com

Looking for info regarding Howard Nottingham, Missouri S.Taylor Nottingham, William Taylor Nottingham and further back from those generations--they are my husband's grandparent & great-grand-parents-from the Eastville area I believe. My husband is Howard Dailey Nottingham,Jr.--his father is Howard D. Nottingham, and his father was William Taylor Nottingham--any info would be appeciated--also when/where did the Nottingham's come from????? It is a very un-common name Thanks for any help

I am seeking information on my g-grandparents. Napoleon K. Hall,DOB 1861 and Mary E. Lewis,DOB: 1866, Accomack Co. Napoleon's mother was Sally Drummond Killan and his father George E. Hall. Mary's parents were Parker Lewis and Elizabeth -----. Am also seeking information on the town Belinda (East) Accomack co.

I'm interested in researching my last name. I have never met anyone with the last name of Caviness - If anyone could be of some assistance, please e-mail me at brigboysr@msn.com or holistichands4u@yahoo.com. Thanks!!!

I am looking for information on the ancestors or siblings of William Cobb who appears in the 1810 and 1820 census for Accomack Co., VA and James Cobb who appears in a 1780s era tax list for Accomack Co. Also, looking for ancestors and descendants of Southey/Suthey Cobb who married in Northampton Co in 1787 and was in the 1820 census there.

I think that William Cobb left Accomack Co ca 1828 and went to Blount Co (1830) and Monroe Co., (1840) TN and had children in Bedford Co., Wilson Co, Sumner Co, TN in 1850.

Richard McMurtry

How do I find out which tribes were living in Hare Valley, North of Nassawdox in the early 1800's?

Looking for information about PETER C TAYLOR found in the 1860 Census in Pungoteague, farmer, born circa 1830. Spouse Sally B, children Sally B and Edward B. Family story goes that he took his family from that area during the Civil War after military seized property and sailing vessel, going to Phila and eventually New York. Leaning toward him being the right person as father of Edward because of age tying in with descendants of an Edward of Brooklyn, NY. TIA to anyone who might be so kind to respond. Charlotte

I would like to know if Yvonne Widegon would have any pictures of my Aunt and Uncle that lived on Hog Island. Their name was Ella Mae Melvin and John Melvin. I use to spend some wonderful times on there. Thank's so much, Louzetta Kellam

Why did the old homes have small window panes?

I'm having trouble locaring your page on Henry Smith of Oak Hall. Could you send directions to JeanTeach50? Thanks

Is information pertaining to the issuance of headright certificates (not the land patents on which they were based) contained in Accomack/Northampton County Court records as early as the mid-to-late 1630s? If so, are those records included in the volumes edited by either Fleet or Ames?

I am researching my Eastern Shore Maryland and Virginia Lines. My surnames so far are Hall, Carey, Denson, Townsend. I have a George Hall or married a Sallie (Griscomb?) around 1850. I was able to find them in the 1870 census in Accomack County, the Metompkin District. They had several children Susan, James, Washington and Edward. My ggrandfather Jackson wasn't born until 1872. Jackson married a Laura Carey whose parent were Henry Carey and Emily (Louisa)Denson Is anyone following these lines? Would love to hear from you. Thank you

I'd like to know when and where Henry Smith of Oak (Oaken) Hall, VA first entered America and what was his first wife (before Joanna)'s name. Thank you

Have a Volume II, Whitelaw, Virginia's Eastern Shore for sale at 85.00 plus shipping. In good condition, no dust jacket.

Looking for any information on the Milby surname. A John Milby II was born in Craddockville Plantation, Va. , died 1729 in Va. Where is this plantation. Is it a cemetery, or what? Also a Levin Milby II died, 1810, buried on the Golden Quarter Plantation, Indian River. Where is that? Is it a cemetery or what? Any information on this surname or these plantations will be greatly appreciated. Photos would be great.

I am looking for info on the CHESSER family from ASSAWOMAN. My gggrandfather was Purnell Houton Chesser, and his daughter Carrie Chesser Kennedy is my ggrandmother. They were from there. Carrie had a brother Ramey who had a twin sister, Esther. They all had very dark coloring, and were of Native American decent, but no one ever spoke about it. My grandfather was Carrie Chesser Kennedy's son- Purnell Chesser Kennedy. I have the piano that was shipped down the intercoastal from Assawoman when they relocated to Florida around 1900. They settled in Vero Beach, FL, where my grandfather was born. Our family has been there every since. Purnell Houton Chesser, Carrie Chesser Kennedy, and my grandfather are buried in the Winter Beach Cemetery, north of Vero Beach. I know some Chesser relatives still live near Assawoman, I think they grow sweet potatos or soy beans? I think one is an award winning decoy duck carver. I want to know what tribe my family is from, and how far back did they loose contact with the tribe. Maybe the Assateague Indians? Is anyone else related to them? Thanks!!

Does anyone know of a connection between the Gales who owned land in Accomac and Christopher Gale of Eastville, Northampton? Marriage Bond dated 12/20/1798. Service performed in Eastville by Rev. John Elliott. Other notes for Christopher: 1/8/1798 appears as appraisor of the estate of Mary Saunders. Admin. Richard Nottingham. 10/22/1802: Christopher Gale married Ann Stevens (re-marriage)?? 12/3/1808: Christophr m. Margaret Abbot (same Christopher)?? 2/12/1810: Mortgage of pers. prop. by Christopher Gale to John T. Elliott. Have other notes I will share - Thanks for your time!

Gayle Mandell

I am looking for any additional information I can find about McKeel Wise, born 1773. I have received information stating that he married Betty 'Betsey' Bonwell (Bonnewell), who was born April 25, 1779.

I am trying to connect him to my great-great grandmother, Elizabeth Wells Wise, born November 15, 1833. A Bible owned by McKeel was passed down through to Elizabeth. It is quite possible that McKeel is Elizabeth's grandfather, but I do not know this for sure (I have no definite indication that McKeel and Betty had children).

Any assistance that can be provided in making this conneciton would be greatly appreciated.

Were James S Sturgis CSA (1843-1923) and William H Sturgis (1842-1903) related? The former is burried in Franktown Cemetary and the later at the Sturgis plot off Barside Rd just south of Franktown. Also, I was told years ago, that the Coastal North Carolina Floyds and the Northampton Floyds are related(way Back). Any evidence? Thanx Janet

I am trying to locate the parents of Samuel Henry Savage(my gggrandfather). He was born in Maryland @1810. He traveled to Indiana @ 1825 with his brother(John?). From my grandfather's notes from the 50's, they came through the Cumberland Gap. If anyone has any info about Samuel Henry, it would help us make a major break through in our research.

What information do you have on Thomas Drummond?

Looking for INFORMATION on ROBERT LEE SAVAGE and ADA BELL JONES married in Poteau Okla in the early 1900's. Ada Bell Jones is not on any Census records that I can find. She could have been part Osage or Cherokee Indian. I have reached a brick wall concerning her. Robet Lee Savage I have back througn JOSHUA HARRISON SAVAGE,EUNICE VIRGINIA RICE. JOSHUA,s parents JOSEPH SAVAGE AND REJOICE PALMER. PALMERS parents WRILLIAM PALMER AND ANN SPEARS. ANN SPEARS parents WILLIAM SPEARS and ANN CALDWELL, early 1770,s NEED TO FIND A SHANNON BRADY WHO POSTED ON ANCESTRY.COM in June of 2002. Thank you, Sue

Looking for INFORMATION on ROBERT LEE SAVAGE and ADA BELL JONES married in Poteau Okla in the early 1900's. Ada Bell Jones is not on any Census records that I can find. She could have been part Osage or Cherokee Indian. I have reached a brick wall concerning her. Robet Lee Savage I have back througn JOSHUA HARRISON SAVAGE,EUNICE VIRGINIA RICE. JOSHUA,s parents JOSEPH SAVAGE AND REJOICE PALMER. PALMERS parents WRILLIAM PALMER AND ANN SPEARS. ANN SPEARS parents WILLIAM SPEARS and ANN CALDWELL, early 1770,s NEED TO FIND A SHANNON BRADY WHO POSTED ON ANCESTRY.COM in June of 2002. Thank you, Sue

Please Help!!

I know I am a descendant of Thomas Leatherbury; however, I can not find my direct link to him. I have records from 1655/TL through James L. and Matilda's James' Anna's Melissa Grier, 1956. I also have some records of Levin and Priscilla's children, through John's children to Hugh Wingate, 1959. What I don't have is my direct line. This is what I do have:

Charles Edward Leatherbury and ?? had a son: Charles Purnell Leatherbury who 1st married Rachel Deale (daughter of James Deale (Deale, Maryland) and Margaret Evans) and 2nd married Louisa Taylor (Whom I have heard was a daughter from the Lord and Taylor family).

Charles Purnell and Rachel Deale had 8 children:

John m. Mamie Dilling Edward m. Lily Hartge William m. Mary Simmons Frank m. Janie Windsor Taylor m. Mamie Buckland Virginia m. Charles Mapp Margaret died as a child Robert Murray m. Minnie Virginia Nowell

Robert Murray and Minnie Virginia had 10 children:

Margaret Delores m. Newman Richardson Anna Matilda (Tillie) never married Rachel Merle (Posie) m. Lawrence Pyle Luther m. Helen Starr Edward m. Amy Rogers Gilbert m. Esther Seigert Helen Ethel m. Clifford Wickman Virginia m. Fletcher Sebastain, Robert McClintock and Lowell Morris Taylor m. Evelyn King Beatrice Iris (Peadie) m. Henry McDonald

Please, does anyone have any information on any of these people and how they link over to Thomas Leatherbury? Any and all help will be greatly appreciated!!

Thank you!!!

I AM TRYING TO FIND A LEAD ON THE HUMPHREYS. ROBERT HUMPHREYS MARRIED RUTH SMITH. ANY THING ON A JOSHUA HUMPHREYS WOULD BE A BIG HELP. THANKS

I AM TRYING TO FIND A LEAD ON THE HUMPHREYS. ROBERT HUMPHREYS MARRIED RUTH SMITH. ANY THING ON A JOSHUA HUMPHREYS WOULD BE A BIG HELP. THANKS

I'm trying to find the family of my g-grandmother, Mary Elizabeth (Lizzie) Trader, 1842 - 1909, from the area of Accomac, VA. She married Samuel Clyde Bunting, also from the Accomac area, and moved with her husband and seven children to Gloucester Co., VA, about the late 1880's.

Thanks in advance for any help.

Sincerely,

E. Hamilton Williams

I am a descendant of Robert Davis of Accomack County Virginia. All I know of him is that he apparantly came over from England, lived in this county, was apparantly in a fight and almost had his nose bitten off??, and had several children, another Robert (of Worcester Co. Maryland) being one of them. He apparently died around 1709. Is there any one who has more info on him or his family? When did he come to the US? From what part of England? Did other family members make the trip too? Was he really in said fight? When did he die? Where was he buried? What was his wife's name? Father? Mother? Any help would be greatly appreciated!!!!!! Stan

I am a descendant of Robert Davis of Accomack County Virginia. All I know of him is that he apparantly came over from England, lived in this county, was apparantly in a fight and almost had his nose bitten off??, and had several children, another Robert (of Worcester Co. Maryland) being one of them. He apparently died around 1709. Is there any one who has more info on him or his family? When did he come to the US? From what part of England? Did other family members make the trip too? Was he really in said fight? When did he die? Where was he buried? What was his wife's name? Father? Mother? Any help would be greatly appreciated!!!!!! Stan

All Free Negroes; Looking for death and burial information re:Great-great grandfather PHILLIP BAYLY(Civil was vet, Union) born 1839 married to Nancy Downing by Levi Duncan,Black Baptist minister. What church might Levi Duncan have pastored? Does it have a cemetary? Where else might free negroes have been buried? Thanks for your help. It is invaluable.

I am a descendent of the Thomas Palmer who came over on the Tiger to Virginia in 1621. Is there much information about him, his family and his descendents?

I have traced my family back to the 1600's. It looks like Charles City CO , VA and Cumberland CO, VA. John Miles who died in VA in 1748 is as far back as I could go. Any websites or links with info in these counties? Please help. Your website is really good.

Hello, I was born in Bayview on the Shore. I have been looking for information on the founding of this town for a family history book I am working on, if anyone has any information; it'll be greatly appreciated. Thank!

Did anybody out there witness any strange aircraft hovering over the ESVA just south of Occohannock Cr., in the mid to late 1600s? Have you heard of any stories of these strange crafts? One of my ancestors, a John Smith and his wife Jane suddenly showed up on the ESVA where they bought 400 acres of land, settled down and raised a family of 10. There are no records of where either came from, how they got there, who any of their parents or siblings were or where or when they were married. The way I see they must have beamed down from some space craft. Can you help?

I am searching for the parents of John Clarence Fitchett who died in Eastville Va in 1888. He was born in 1831. He married Mary Anne Dalby, not sure when. I am also looking for her parents as they trace back to the Occohonick Indians of the Eastern Shore on her mothers side. When John Clarence died she married Grover Cleveland Abrams.

How can I contact George William Core regarding his family photo of Frances Elizabeth Core? I have some additional information about our shared family history. Thanks!

I am looking for history regarding Suffolk,Va.Most paarticulary regarding civil war era and the great dismal swamp area.If anyone know anything i would appreciate it .

I need the names of the newspapers in the Temperanceville Virginia area, looking for home or apartment, rent or buy.. Thank You,

Victoria Gray

Anything about my Grandfather, EDWARD jAMES TWIFORD.He had a store in Cape Charles between 1890-1905. Born in Princess Anne Co. of Va, he was the son of JAMES HENRY TWIFORD who died 1870 and MARY ELIZA HARDISON MARRIED 1848. His siblings FANNY married WADDLETON MILHADO; ELIZABETH married THOMAS FISHER; THADDEUS married Olivia? and twin sister and brother, WILLIE.He married ANNIE MILLERSON (Millecent) had children CARL MARRIED mARY O,CONNOR, EDNA MARRIED POSEY; edward james twiford, jr. MARRIED BILLIE AND OWNED PROPLERTY IN VA Beach and Annie born 1892. His Uncle Zorababel's children, Sarah and Edmund, lived with him for a time in Norfolk, Thank you.

I would like to trace the anscestors of William Parks & Lee Gibbons Parks of Parksley.

I SIGNED UP FOR THE NETWORK TO GET INFO ON THE KILMON (KILLMON, KELMON) FAMILY BUT GET TONS OF INFO EXCEPT WHAT I WANTED TO RECEIVE. HOW CAN I RECEIVE ONLY KILMON, KILLMON, KELMON INFO?? HELP, I'M FLOODED!! RON KILMON

I am looking for African American Scarboroughs?, Taliaferro, Baytons from either Accomac, Northampton or Middlesex in the mid to late 80's. Can anyone help? Thank you Virginia Sheppard

There is a cemetary in Kentucky that I am trying to find out the name of. There is not a name at the cemetary. My mother always said she was going up Buffalo to the cemetary. Most of my Green ancestors are buried ther. I thought it was in Carter county. If you can give me the name of the cemetary I would appreciate it.

I remember being told a story in my history class at Nandua that I would now like to write a graduate paper on, but I need some help.

The story involved a man in Northampton County, I believe, who was somewhat prominent and was attacked and scalped by Indians.

I remember his name being a prominent Eastern Shore name...perhaps Scarborough or Custis. Can anyone help me?

Infinite Thanks, Suzy Lofton Class of '98

I need to find out the first year the Chincoteague Firemen's Carnival was held in its present location on South Main Street.

Also, was the previous location between the Lollypop Bar and Main Street, basically across the street from Andy Derrickson's house?

Thank you,

Ed

Hello all....I am hitting a stone wall with my grandmother's paternal side...Her father's name was TEACKLE UPSHUR BELOTE b. June 15, 1875 son of Lewis/Louis and Mary BELOTE....siblings were relayed to me by my grandmother as WILL,JIM, WALTER and SISSIE...my grandmother's records indicate that they were from Locustville...I know that Teackle Belote was a barrelmaker and lived in Melfa...He is the father of Roy Belote b. June 10, 1906 who I believe was the mayor of Melfa when I was a little girl..he married Irma ?Tuner or Turner? If anyone can help me at all on this branch of the Belotes it would be much appreciated..Thanks..Lisa

I just noticed the bible of Asa Hickman. I was wondering who do I talk to about this entry. My grandmother's father was Asa James Hickman whom married Sarah Rosie Kinerd in Polk Co., TX on Feb 16, 1889. Sarah is the daughter of Matthais N. Kinerd and Abbie Gallaspie.

Asa James is the son of Asa and Sarah Ann McKim. He was born Aug. 10, 1857. This is all the information I have on the Hickman side other than the childrn and grandchildren. I will share this with anyone who would like to have it.

Thank you, Sylvia Jackson

Hello, I have recently started researching my Joynes roots and need a little help. My family has been in TX for sometime, but I know that my gr-gr-grandfather, Solon Joynes, came to TX from the Eastern Shore of VA in the mid-1800s. I think that his father was John R. Joynes, but I am not sure of that. If anyone has any relevant info, please let me know.

Thanks,

Robin Joynes

is there a list of confederate solders from the 39th va inf out of gilford?if so where can i find it.also any info on the units history as short as it was. thank you bill young sr.

First off...thanks to all of you who've written and given me so much valuable info..it is much appreciated and sure makes searching a whole lot more fun! I think I may have finally located the parents of my GGGrandfather TEACKLE UPSHUR BELOTE. I have another tidbit about him that I thought might help me find out a little more...My father tells me that Teackle was a barrelmaker in Melfa....Does anyone know how I might get info on this? Are there listings of occupations or business licenses? Any help is much appreciated...Lisa

Looking for info regarding Marshall Watkins b. 3/1884. Mother said to be Lelia and Father Lee. Unsure whose last name he was given. Could be from Charlotte Co. Virginia. Thanks

I will be flying to Norfolk, Va (I think that is the closest to Exmore.

I need to search at the Delaware & Maryland boundries

Is this something I should plan for the week after the conference or will material be provided to cover this area?

I would like to share car rental with someone who could return car to Norfolk, I would like to fly home from another locations.

Anyone with ideas and/or suggestions. I would like to hear from you.

Ann...my names are Marshall, Toft, Field, Dennis,Turlington, Wallop,

Drummond, McMaster,

Looking for info on jim parker or relatives of him, from keller probably, jim parker who married elizabeth ames and they lived in keller around 1948 (i know this is new info)they had at least 2 son richard and james floyd. Jim Parker had two sisters at least both married tyndalls(brothers)i think

Hitting a dead end in my search for the parents of LEWIS BELOTE...husband of Mary and father of TEACKLE UPSHUR BELOTE...all of Melfa....anyone have any info on this side of the family?

I'm looking for any information concerning the family name WARRINER. I have reason to believe that there was a Robert Warriner and an Argol Warriner in Northampton County, the latter living there around 1700. There may have been others...Helen

I've found my relatives on the north shore land map N57 Now how do I get a copy of that info? Thanks

Do you sell these names and addresses? Someone has contacted me using my full name and the only place I did that was on your site. It was from one doing the 'Nigerian money spam letter'. Sad to see they can do this. Please reply if you will. It came from a yahoo address.

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I am trying to find more informatin on the family of FOXCROFT. I have seen the will of BRIDGET FOXCROFT, the widow of ISAAC FOXCROFT where she mentions her kinswoman ELIZABETH FOXCROFT, the wife of WILLIAM STANHOPE. I only know these are my grandparents and need more information on them in their relationship to ISAAC and BRIDGET. Thank you for any help.

I found the name John Lewis Porter through Familsearch.org. John Lewis Porter is my great grandfather. I am not sure if this is the same. On the Ghoate web site, you list him as Uncle John: John Lewis Porter or John Nairn Marshall, could you give more information on him. We are unable to locate any information before 1900 on him. He has become a mystery man. If you have b-date etc. basiclly anything would be of great help. thank you.

Please contact me at pgoins@earthlink.net

Patty

I am researching information on the HUDGINS family. From what I've been told, there was an unknown Hudgins who, I believe married Nancy Forrest. They had 2 children. For some reason (death, maybe?), he married Caroline Grissett and they had 4 children. One of these women also remarried. I believe to a Henry Callis. (I'm totally confused by all this, as I have so little info to go on.) Anyone who knows of these families, I would greatly LOVE to hear from you. Also, I was told by my father that sometime during the early 1930's, a bridge was being built from Gwynn's Island to Matthews Co., to keep from using the ferry. He remebers staying at a hotel there then that was owned or operated by a Mr. Hudgins & his wife Hazel. Any info on this would be appreciated, as I believe they are all connected somehow. Thanx! kismet9696@cox.net

My GGGG Grandfather was Joel Mears, who was the son of Mark Mears and Elizabeth Van Pelt. Joel resided in old Dobbs Co, NC prior to the Rev War which he served in. We understand that Mark Mears came from the Eastern Shore of Va. We have never been able to prove this.

Can anyone help me with this?

Sincerely, George A. Mears

I am researching my family tree and would like to correspond with anyone who has information on the following individuals or families....NOCK, ARINTHIA SUSAN......COPES,THOMAS PARKER OR COPES, WILLIAM THOMAS, BELOTE, TEACKLE UPSHUR.....SHIELD, ANN NANCY P. (maybe for Parker?)...COPES, PETER PARKER...My Grandmother was a BELOTE from Melfa and passed in 1999...I am looking to complete the family tree she has left to me...Any info would be appreciated. Lisa Marie Bogdan

Slocomb/Slocum/Slocumb My primary research is southern Worceser Co. families, many of whom chose spouses just across the MD/VA line. I would like to share data on the Slocomb family. So far, I have not been able to assign parents to this group of offspring: Nora, 1860-1910, md William Silas Payne; Ella,1866-1944, md. William Long Jones; Levenia (Vinnie), b. 1871, md Alfred W. Payne; Minnie, md. ? McKissick (Phila); Bertha (Bert), b. c 1885, md Herman Smack; a brother who apparently settled in Texas, going there by train. I would be interested in knowing the earliest antecedents of the Slocomb family on the Eastern Shore. --RFJ

Looking for Parkers, from keller probably, jim parker who married elizabeth ams and they lived in keller around 1948 (i know this is new info)they had at least 2 son richard and james floyd. Jim Parker had two sisters at least both married tyndalls(brothers)i think

Looking for info. on my G-Grandfather and his family of Virginia. My great-grandfather's name is THADDEUS AMES B.1880, his mother's first name was FRANCIS. He married my G-Grandmother JULIA SEILER and their daughter (my grandmother)FRANCIS KATHRYN AMES was born in N.Emporia,VA. in 1902. Was told that Thaddeus was from a well-to-do family and lived on a plantation. His parents were against his marrying and he and my g-grandmother ran away to be married because she was pregnant. Any info. anyone can give me would be greatly appreciated. Thank you!

I am descended from Capt. William Downing, Sr. (wife named Margaret). His three sons by Margaret were William, Jr.; John and Thomas and there was a daughter named Mary. By his second marriage, there was a son named Charles. Does any of this tie in with the Downings mentioned in the GHOTES web page?

I am looking for a Braxton Family Tree from the 1800,s. I am trying to research my family tree. My family came from somewhere near Fishersville, Viriginia near the Blue Ridge Mountains. The oldest male name is Orville Braxton. My name is Andrea Braxton. My address is 6018 Summer Street- Philadelphia, PA 19139.

I would like more informaion on Zadock and Bridget Byrd from Accomack County Virginia married couple in 1800's. Bridget was mother of Lina Byrd who married Frederick Planter in 1852, Temperanceville, Virginia. Lina Byrd is my great-great grandmother. My name is Andrea Braxton. My address is 6018 Summer Street- Philadelphia, PA 19139

I would like more informaion on Zadock and Bridget Byrd from Accomack County Virginia married couple in 1800's. Bridget was mother of Lina Byrd who married Frederick Planter in 1852, Temperanceville, Virginia. Lina Byrd is my great-great grandmother. My name is Andrea Braxton. My address is 6018 Summer Street- Philadelphia, PA 19139

I would like more informaion on Zadock and Bridget Byrd from Accomack County Virginia married couple in 1800's. Bridget was mother of Lina Byrd who married Frederick Planter in 1852, Temperanceville, Virginia. Lina Byrd is my great-great grandmother.

Can anyone help me find anything on John Scott Wyatt. Where he's buried at, or his kids where about.

I am a decendent of two Eastern Shore families and I am interested in learning more. I recognized two names on your web site but am clueless about how to learn more. Any suggestions??

Two of my direct decendents are Edumund Bagwell Scarborough (G.G. Grandfather) and George Davis Hickman (G.G. Grandfather).

Thanks........

I am descended on my mother's side of the Wise family of Accomac County, VA. I can trace my family backward in Accomac County from Governor Henry A. Wise to 1635, and even back to England in 1066. I can trace forward from Governor Wise from one of his four sons, John Sergeant Wise for another generation to include Hugh Douglas Wise and Jennings Cropper Wise. Governor Wise's son Obadiah Jennings Wise was killed early in the Civil War at Roanoke Island in 1862, so I doubt that I'm descended from him. Governor Wise had two other sons, Henry A. Wise II and Richard Alsop Wise...but I'm not sure of the names of any (if any) of their children's names. I can trace backward from my grandfather Alva O'Dell Wise one generation to my great-grandfather Junius Wise. There is at least one generation and possibly two between my maternal great-grandfather Junius Wise and either John Sergeant Wise, Henry A. Wise II or Richard Alsop Wise. Any information from any source would be greatly appreciated, as this would complete the Wise Family Tree from my generation (24th or 25th) back to England in 1066. THANK-YOU IN ADVANCE.

I am just beginning the search for the geneology of my father, Kendall Wade. His mother was Juanita Dize of Harborton, VA, maternal grandfather was John Dize. Any information anone has will be very helpful!! Thank you!

Seeking names of the children of John Jordan, who died l78l in Henrico Co., Va. John's oldest son James, father of Isham of Isle of Wight Co, and the youngest children were twin girls Ann and Sarah. James was appointed guardian for the five youngest children.

I saw Rich Cullen's name connected to Edmund Melson of NC. Is this the case?

I was told recently by a Tangier cruise boat tour guide that nearby Watts Island was abandoned due to population decline as the result of executions of many inhabitants for their aiding and abetting the British during the War of 1812. It has always been my understanding that the abandonment of Watts was due to the severe erosion which made the island unsafe and left too little arable land to support continued occupation. Can anyone confirm or deny with certainty the execution story? Thanks.

In the GHOTES files, do you list the names of african american descendants?

I am looking for the heirs to the estate of Eucebius N Johnson of Northampton County. I know his maturnal family but non of his paternal side. I need information on James F. Johnson, Sr.'s (Eucebius' father.

I have been researching my family tree and have found my way to this website about Virginia. I have found the family name MARTIN. I am the gggg granddaughter of this family. I was wondering if anyone actually living in Accomack is charting the MARTIN family history. If so I would like to be in contact with you as I have history for a daughter of Thaddeous K. Martin that is not listed on this website. Maybe I could give you come information. My e-mail address is above. Thank you.

I often see in a will that a son or daughter will be left one shilling. Was it the law that you had to leave an offspring at least one shilling? Also, ELIZABETH VIRGINIA MOORE of Dagsboro, DE married EDWARD TWIFORDdward of Cape Charles. Her three brothers, WILIIAM MOORE married FANNIE LAPLACE on The Shore, ISAAC MOORE married BETIE PIERSON, Daughter oF STOCKLEY PIERSON of Northhampton co. and ALFRED MOORE married Miss Henderson and then Miss Davis of Accomack Co. Alfred Moore was the post master of Horntown. does anyone know anything of these families or why these Delawareans were always so smitten with these Virginia charmers?

Can anyone help? I am trying to find a Thomas Taylor, reportedly a physician. He was born about 1820 in Accomack County. He had a son Henry, born March 7, 1850. Henry's mother was Elizabeth Hamlin or possibly Hamilton. I know there are a number of Taylor lines in the area. I haven't been able to pick up on the correct one. Any assistance is appreciated. Thank you.

Richard Taylor

I'm looking for a death record for the parents of Granville Bridgeman.If any other records are found of the family members I would love to know them. Thank you

Looking for someone who lives around Wachapregue Cemetery. I have on record that John Robert Burton (died 24 Jan 1961) and Margaret S. Savage (died 5 Nov 1959) are buried there and was wondering if anyone had the inscription or picture.

Also, looking for information concerning the Burtons of Accomack County from Joshua Thomas Bradford Burton back to William and Ann Stratton. Anyone who wants to get together with me about information on these families, please let me know.

Sally Reynolds sally_a_reynolds@yahoo.com

HAMILTON/HAMBLETON

Searching for Hamilton information - my ancestors lived near Capeville, Northampton Co. Believe Andrew Hambleton/Hamilton, born 1780/90 and died 1831/39 is father of my John Hamilton (1813/15-1871/79. Has anyone studied this Hamilton family? There was and Andrew and a James Hamilton in the Nassawadox area in 1721 - Is there a connection? Any help would be appreciated!

Mike

Is there any known African American history in Puncoteague or Accomack County Virginia? Any information about a family known as Bibbins who lived as freedmen?

Also, is there any information about Charles or Thomas Severn--alledged explorers from London who visited Accomack in the 1700's?

Thank you.

looking for information on the Lord family of belle haven , he was my uncle he also had a daughter , susie lord kellum married a robert kellum . i would like to know what happend to the farm and land as well as robert , I believe susied died in 1981 and may be buried in belle haven . thanks

Hi there - I actually wanted to fill in one of your charts regarding the ancestors of Andrew Dunton. My grandfather is #142 Harry P. Mapp. He married Edith Spotswood Asher and they had three children. John William Mapp, Haryy P. Mapp, Jr. and Gordon Asher Mapp. John died in college unmarried, my father Harry Mapp Jr. married Ida Jane Turner and they had Jennifer Asher Mapp and Andrew Todd Mapp. Gordon married Sarah (i will have to ask the maiden name) and they have three children, Kim Mapp, Laura Mapp and Ian Asher Mapp. I certainly can provide dates if you are interested. I am so happy to have found all this information on your site. Thanks so much.

m still looking for information about littleton upshur treherne. i am aware the onnly trehernes around seem to be african americans. i would like to hear from any of them who knoows any of the family history. i have moved to columbia s.c. since i last posted a question and i have change my e-mail address. i did find out that littleton treherne had two half brothers who were african american. obvious there father had to be l.u.t.'s father. i don't care what i find out. i just want to know something. margaret m. werner

I AM LOOKING FOR MY HUSBAND'S FAMILY OF CLARK'S FROM CHINCOTEAGUE, WACHAPREAGUE,VA., RED BANK, N.J., CAPE MAY, N.C. THEY WERE TOM AND ELLA CLARK, THEIR CHILDREN WERE: HARRY, SPRATTY (KNICKNAME), FRANK, EDNA AND ANOTHER DAUGHTER. HARRY AND FRANK MOVED TO GOLDSBORO, N.C. FRANK DURAY CLARK DIED ON JAN. 23, 1930. AND WAS MARRIED TO MEDA BEVERLY JOHNSON. THERE WAS ALSO A UNCLE BILL CLARK THAT MARRIED SOMEONE IN CHINCOTEAGUE WHO'S FAMILY OWNED AN INN. ANY INFORMATION WILL BE GREATLY APPRECIATED. I CAN BE EMAILED AT: dj1151@msn.com

THANKS, DCLARK

I am looking for any information on John, Fortune and George Trevett - would appreciate any help.

I am looking for any information on John, Fortune and George Trevett - would appreciate any help.

We are researching our relative Sir George Yeardley Gov.of Va inthe early 1600s.His grandfather was from Audley in Stafford county England where my family have lived for at least 800 years.There is an Audley Farm near Berryville which belonged to the Washington family and is now a horsefarm.Can anyone help us with the origin of the name.?I am rather hoping there will be a connection with Lord Audley. RobertEardley P.S.The name evolved to Eardley over time.

TAYLOR, MARSHALL I do research on families in southern Worcester County (and I live very near the MD/VA line close to Stockton). I occasionally need help identifying parents of individuals born in Accomack County and would like to be in touch with someone specializing in Acc. Co. families. I currently have questions on the Taylor and Marshall families. Has a genealogy ever been done on either of these families? Thanks, --Bob Jones

TAYLOR, MARSHALL I do research on families in southern Worcester County (and I live very near the MD/VA line close to Stockton). I occasionally need help identifying parents of individuals born in Accomack County and would like to be in touch with someone specializing in Acc. Co. families. I currently have questions on the Taylor and Marshall families. Has a genealogy ever been done on either of these families? Thanks, --Bob Jones

Estate preson missing in Conn.Live at 222 south ridge dr.Willimantic CT.For estate wills in NJ .You can call me in Chesapake Virginia . My name is J Desrosiers.

Do you have any information on Capt. Thomas Graves who was one of the original settlers on the Eastern Shore around 1619? He was one of the original colonist that arrived from James Towne.

Thanks, William G. Graves

I would like any information or leads re: Robert C. Slocombe, 1st known recording, 1708 Accomac County land assignment. I would like to know his middle name, birthplace, parent's names, wife's name, etc. Thank you.

I have the information to add to the Jacob file 344 Severn Jacob. How do I go about sending the information to fill out his decendancy? It is only after a lot of searching that I have finally found the background on this man.He was my grandfather and I am now 78. He was born in 1834.

I am searching for any information on George Poindexter Fitchett Jr. or SR. George Jr. was married Mary Mason Hundley in 1890. They lived in Middlesex County and had 14 living children and twins that died at birth. Would also like informatiion on Mary Mason Hundley.

My ancestor A.O.Thomas McNally and wife Sarah immigrated to Ohio from Ireland in 1802. They had one son born on the ship while crossing named Daniel McNally. His birth is listed as Virginia. We think they may have landed in Virginia and possibly registered his birth there. I have Dublin, Ireland as where they were from but need a town or village to be able to find where in Dublin they lived. I have searched ships passenger lists with no luck for that early time period. Do you have a resorce in Virginia I might write to for this information? Thank you, JMWalker@neo.rr.com

I seen on line that; Published: Fri. Sep. 26,1997, section: Local, pag B5. source: by Karen Jolly Davis, Staff Writer. Some information on MARGARET ANN ADDISON BURTON TWILFORD was in the letter. My question is have there been any new information found on her? Thanks for you time. Lois

I saw your site on www.easternshorevirginia.com and was wondering if you had your own web site and if so what is the address. Thanks alot. Faye Htvedt

looking for information on william crosley b. ca 1870 in Va and married to lida a. smith b.abt 1874 or 1877, dau of james smith and rebecca. they had polly f. b 1893 who married to john agnew and removed to delaware, neal b 1894, roeina b 1897 and wilie born 1903. any help would be appreciated karen shields

looking for ancesters of SUGAR JONES--LIKELY FROM N C TENNESSEE VIR

My searching my husbands family of Thompkins (Tompkins Tompkyns,etc.) lead me to Isle Of Wight, Va. Is there any one out there that knows of thompkins that lived in Va. but later family moved to Conway, S.C. My husbands g-g-g-grandfather was Nathaniel Tompkins born about 1760. Is there any one who can help please do so. I think the tompkyns came from England or Whales, but im not sure when they came to the usa. thanks for at least reading this if you cant help. peggy

I am trying to locate the grave of William F. M. Mapp who was b. abt. 1835 in Georgia. He married Elizabeth Hataway December 28, 1854 in Campbell Co., Georgia. He enlisted as a private July 30, 1862 in the Ga. 21st Infantry Regiment, Company A. Wounded at Drewry's Bluff, VA. May 16, 1864; Wounded at Richmond, VA. June 11, 1864. Died of measles in General Hospital at Richmond, Va. June 24, 1864. Any help would be greatly appreciated.

In search of more specific family information -- received family tree at recent reunion - with names/info as early as 1790 - large, african-american family. . . I am assuming that there are some records SOMEWHERE - since so large a family is still trackable - and many are buried in Mt. Zion Church cemetary. I have never done a geneology search and don't know WHERE to begin! (Family Names: Morris, Sample/Collins (a note in my doc mentions historical documentation in re Sara Sample/Sara Collins b. c.1860), Littleton, Bayly (Custis & Susie Bayly-born c.1790 & 1805: apparently owned farm, valued at 21,000 per 1870 census records (which also lists Levin Morris and siblings (with marriage to Sara Sample Collins April 20, 1881). Direction on how to track down records, or information related hereto, would be GREATLY appreciated!!

I'm new to the internet and geneology. I stumbled onto your website, and found a branch of my family tree, the Martin Family. I was wondering, I saw a family tree on worldconnect by a billyghote, I see he is also active on your website. Is he related to the Martin family, he seems to have a lot of information. I am the great great great granddaughter of Thaddeous K. Martin. Unfortunately, you did not have my great great grandmother listed as one of his children, her name was Mary Elizabeth b-11/27/1878.

I am looking for anyone doing the Careys and Densons of Somerset County. I have Henry C. Carey who married a Emily I. Denson on 12/15/1868 at Bateman Powell's by a Minister Covington. I have Henry and Emily's children. Their daught Laura Hazel is my ggrandmother. I have Henry's parents as William and Augusta ? (not sure if these are his parents). I can't seem to find Emily's. Thought Jesse W. Denson and Louisa were her parents, but the age is off. Is any one looking into George, Dorah, Bertie LH or Robert F Carey's history? Would like to see if my information is correct or if you have anything on Emily.

Does anyone know of (black) PERRY CAREY and LEAH(Native American) CAREY of NORFOLK,VA.,ROY PERRY CAREY.Roy Carey married to Mary Carey,who together had a son named Roy jr.,daughters:Annie,Barbera, and Gloria.Richmond,Virginia may be involved.Please e-mail with any info.-gravesites.Thankyou.GOD BLESS.

Does anyone know of (black) Perry Carey and Leah(Native American) Carey of Norfolk,VA. Or Roy Perry Carey.Roy Carey married to Mary Carey,who together had a son named Roy jr.,daughters:Annie,Barbera, and Gloria.Richmond,Virginia may be involved.Please e-mail with any info.-gravesites.Thankyou.

Is anyone researching the BIRD line from Accomack? I am particularly interested if anyone has information on a FRANCIC BIRD born about 1818. Thank you.

Sometime ago I saw a will online somewhere written by 2 Welburn brothers? dated August 8 1818 some of the names on the will were Cena Seney Hannah It is belived that this Hannah(an african) and a Welburn produced a George Welburn born in Accomac Va 1810 who is my ggggrandfather he married a Mary Gray in 1832 this union produced 12 children one Seana Welburn my gggrandmother

Where can I find this will again? Please help.

I found the william Twiford site By Don Bellessa How do i go to more pages on his site .or any updates. My family line is from William Truxton Twiford of North Carolina who would be a gggrandson of william from Northhampton Co. thank you Dollie Gibbs

I live within 15 minutes of the courthouse in Northampton County Va. and have worked with those records for years. I will be happy to help anyone working in this county. By the way, the site is great!

I am new to the computer but familiar with the records.

Nancy

William BRITTINGHAM (1640-1709) is listed as mar. Elizabeth WILLIAMS, dau. of John and Frances WILLIAMS in 1666 in Accomack Co., Vir. but I never see any source for stating Elizabeth was a WILLIAMS and the dau. of this couple. Does anyone know the source ? Does anyone have further info on John and Frances WILLIAMS ?

i amlooking for my greatgrandfathers marriage license nehemiah s hundley and martha (bradshaw)calvert feb 11,1855 at rappahannock county washington,va also im looking for where nehemiah s hundley was borned in 1806 i heard it was va or w va thank you hope you can help me helen thomas

I have tried to find information on John(Jack)Scott Wyatt like where he's buried & about being in navy in 1942-45 so feel free to let me know anything!!! Thanks,Anne

I have tried to find information on John(Jack)Scott Wyatt like where he's buried & about being in navy in 1942-45 so feel free to let me know anything!!! Thanks,Anne

Peggy Sanner mulehart1@aol.com

I am looking for any info. on Margaret Louise Conner nee: Moriarty

who disappeared in Hawaii in late 1948 & may have been in Germany in

the early 1950's. Born Aug. 25, 1916 in Washington,D.C.

I am looking to a James Parks born in Virginia betwen 1790 and l800 according to the 1840 Licking County Ohio census. He was born in Virginia, married to a Virginian and migrated to Ohio at least by 1825. Does anyone have any ideas on where he was from in Virginia. Thank You, Donna

STILL AT IT!! BRUCE KILLMON DID THE KILLMON WORK, NOW DOES ANYONE HAVE INFO ON THE FOLLOWING FAMILIES? WESCOTT, WEAVER, ROBINS, AMD THE KLINKER SCHULTZ (AS IN EDWARD PITTS SCHULTZ). IF I SHOULD BE AS LUCKEY WITH THESE AS I WAS WITH KILLMON I WILL BE ON CLOUD NINE OR SOMETHING!! RON KILMON 3946 WHISPERING OAKS PL., VA. BEACH , VA. 23455 PHONE #757-363-8083. THANKS FOR BEING THERE!!!!

Looking for parents of Jacob Costin, who died intestate prior to 11 Nov 1784 when admin on his estate was granted to John Graves.

I am looking for a Francis Downing in VA in 1624; he settled in the West and Shirley Hundred close to Charles City. Am I in the right region for research on my Downing? Should I join Ghotes, or not?

Seeking parents of Francis Blunt (1776-1851)near Ashland, Va. Lived at Eagle Point, Va. was also a Sheriff.Wife was Elizabeth Doswell Harris.

Who, what, etc about James ALLEN -- born before 1750 in VA, married Cloe COLLINS, moved to Putnam County, GA between 1775 and 1790

Ok - Following along on my earlier question - James Bradford and Lucritia Bradford were the parents of Rachel Bradford, born Nov. 9, 1785 and married to William Bell.(all Accomack) - Does anyone know if Rachel's dad, James Bradford, fought in the revolution or have any info on him. Pls let me know....Many thanks - Kim P.

Also, if anyone has updated info on the Sept. conference, please let me know - thanks.

This is my correct email - one below is incorrect - Kim

To all my Eastern Shore relatives - hello.........I realllllly need an answer from those of you with knowledge of the Mears, Bradford, Bell (and Isdell) lines in Accomack county..........Here's the question: Did John Mears III - born before 1732, died before Jan. 25th 1785 - both in Accomack - was a planter - son of John Mears II who fought in the French and Indian wars - and a descendent of Bartholomew Mears...ok, did he fight in the revolution? - I need to know if John Mears III fought...- Pls help....Many thanks - Kim

PS: If he didn't, does anyone know which Mears, Bradfords, Bells, or Isdells did?

MELTON and McGehee Families. Help! I have just started my genealogy research and have discovered ancestors from Virginia on my paternal Grandmothers side and my maternal Grandmothers side. I am looking for information on JAMES MCGEHEE, b 11/26/1770 Prince Edward Co., Va; MICAJAH MCGEHEE, b 1745 in Va.; EDWARD MCGEHEE, b 1701 King Willian Co., Va, died there 1/28/1771 married KATHERINE ELIZABETH DEJARNETTE, b 1708 Prince Edward Co., Va. On the other side of the family, WILLIAM MELTON married MRS> WILLIAM MELTON (b. 1624) in Charles City Co., Va.; WILLIAM MICHAEL MELTON, b 1647 Charles City Co., Va. married MARY ? b. 1651 VA. in 1667 Charles City Co., Va. RICHARD MELTON, b 1670 New Kent Co., Va married MARY MELTON, b 1675 New Kent Co., Va. in 1696 in New Kent Co., Va.; and ROBERT MELTON b 1696 Parish of St. Peters and St Pauls, New Kent Co., Va. married MARY FARRAR b 1700 Parish of St. Peters and St. Pauls, New Kent Co., Va in 1730.

Any help or directions would be greatly appreciated. I live in Texas and don't have any plans to go to Virginia any time soon.

God Bless.

Linda Heath

I am trying to obtain information on a great-aunt of mine. Her name is Eva T. Boice (Boyce). She lived and died in Cape Charles, Virginia. I believe she died in the mid to late 1980's. She may have been in her 90's at time of death. I would greatly appreciate any information that anyone would have on her. Thank you, George M. Moore, Jr.

Hello,

I'm doing a genealogy search and have traced my great, great, great grandfather to Loudon Cty. VA. In searching that area I also discovered the name, Benjamin Dary (Darby) who owned land in your map area N125 and his will was probabted in 1760. I really suspect this in the father of Philip (my greatX3 father). I've hit a brickwall in trying to get more info. on Benjamin (he shows up in your records too.). I cannot get to the Northampton Cty records site to look at the will and it's terms. Also, I cannot find anyother info. on Benjamin (descendents and parentage or place of birth).

Can you help me or steer me in the right direction?

Thanks,

C. Dary

I have come across a old bible I could not find any dates all i have is John E Potter 614&617 Sanson street Potter approved standered Douay Edition. It says The latin Valgate Approved By Thaddeus Amat> Could you please tell me a little more about this bible? thank you Cheryl

I have hit a brick wall concerning the early Ishams of the Eastern Shore. Daniel Isham (Eshun) (d. 1693) arrived from London 1661. What ship did he arrive on? He married (1) Margaret Howell: who were her parents? He married (2) Susanna Thomas: who were her parents? He married (3) Gertrude Bowman Cropper. The Next generation is John Eshun (d. 1716) who married (1) Mary? Mary later married a Kellam. What was Mary's maiden name. The next generation is Soloman Eshun. He married Johnson Nottingham. They moved to Worcester Co. MD about 1743. I would like to hear from anyone who is researching the Isham line in any of its variant spellings.

who was patricia wyatt/native american woman

I notice my Email address is somewhat distorted when underlined. It should read bruce_killmon at yahoo.com I am still interested in the Northampton Marriages 1854 1922

Thanks; Bruce

I am looking for information on John Barrett - who his parents are, if he had any siblings. He married Elizabeth Briscoe and had one son (that I know of) John C. Barrett. John Barret died between 1814-1824? Elizabeth then remarried to James Jones.

I am looking for a copy of the two volume set of Northampton Co Va Marriages 1854 1922. Would be happy with almost any condition. If anyone has a set to spare please Email me.

Thanks; Bruce

Looking for information on William Heber Burton. Born 1927 Died 1999 Sailors Snug Harbor Sea Level NC. Buried Fair Lawn Accomack Cty. This is all the information I have. Would like to know if he was married and had any children. What his occupation was.

Thanks In Advance

Laura

I'm looking for information on Thomas W. Badger of Central America fame. I'm pretty sure that he is buried on the Shore, but I don't know where or exactly when. Think he died in either 1899 or 1900.

Any information would be appreciated! Thanks, Kathy Kidwell

A possible ancestor, Sliven (Steven) Avis, was listed in the 1666 Tithables List for Northampton County. I am looking for the origin of that list and whatever other information it might contain. I am also interested in any other reference to the Avis name in the county before 1800. Thank you.

Do you have a list of residents of Hog Island in the 19th century? I believe my grandfather, George Wesley Marshall was from there.

A couple of questions and a correction. I was looking for information on Rosser Burton. He went to Baltimore. Also in looking up information on the Gunter side of my family I noticed that someone was missing. This would be on the children of Frances and Benjamin T Gunter. The list I have found have three children listed. Benjamin T Gunter, Sue Addison Gunter(who died when still a baby) and Ellen Fisher Gunter. There was also and Emily Gunter. Does anyone else have this same informaion? I also have the same problem with the Burton side of my family. This would be on the children of Arenthia Kellam Burton and Joshua Thomas Bradford Burton. There are 7 children listed. Willaim Heber, Charles Smith, Ellen Christian, John R(father to Rosser)Thomas Kellam (my Grandfather)Maggie and Ruth. In talking with my mother (Sue Elizabeth Burton Atkinson) she stated two girls are missing. Elizabeth Sue Burton married George Savage Budd and Mamie Burton. Not sure who she married. Does anyone have any info on this? Thanks in advance for the help. I live in the Roanoke VA area and I have only been at this a short time and trying to learn the ropes. Some of the additional Surnames in my family are: Lankford, Scott, Dunton, Kellam, Nottingham, Savage. I have family from both Accomack and Northampton Counties and from the Sea side and Bay side of 13.

I have discovered that I have relatives from Tangier. Edith Bright, who was my paternal grandmother, had the maiden name of Parks. Here is what we know....

Edith's great-grandfather was born in Scotland and married an Irish girl. They came to Tangier Island and had 3 sons - Calvin, Leroy, and West. Calvin was Edith's grandfather. Calvin and one of his brothers moved to North Carolina.

We have no info on the name of Calvin's parents. Please contact me if you have any information. Thanks!

John Bright Painter-Bethel UMC

I am researching the Hart-Ball family tree. I am looking for information on Noah Drummond Ball, Mary Christopher, Noah Ball his father, Letitia his mother, or the Christophers. I have heard through the family that the Balls are some how related to Martha Custis Washington. Could use a little help. Thank you.

I will try this again. It came up blank last time. I am looking into family history and trying to fill in some missing blanks. I am looking for information on George S. Budd who married Elizabeth Sue Burton. I am also looking for information on Rosser Burton. I know he moved to New York but have nothing past that. Rosser Burton had a brother John R Burton.

Thank You

Laura

I am looking for HENRY STEVENS/STEPHENS born Frederick Co. VA. about 1750 and married Margaret Foster Barnes ca. 1784 and he died in Washington Co., TN. in 1801. Am searching for information on Henry Stevens, and his family, but mostly Henry's Revolutionary War records from VA. Any help with this family would be greatly appreciated. Other families of interest from the east are: KENT, HUDSON, NORTON, ROOT, POWELL. Great site!!! Virginia Stevens at delnginnys@netzero.net

My ggrandparents, Peter and Addie holland Evans lived in Parksley, Va and had three daughters. Alma My grandmother, Pearl and Marie. Alma was born 1897,she was the middle child. I believe Pearl married Archie Byrd in 1907 or 1910. I know Archie went to Parksley to court her. My delema is, I cant find anything of Peter Evans and Addie (Holland/Hollen) Evans at all. Not birth, death or marriage. Can any one help. It would be greatly appreciated. Carol Kupser

This is my second try-when i checked the posted questions, I saw my name but no question. I am trying to identify the parents of elizabeth Doughty who married John Watson on 26 Nov 1803in Accomack. A William Dowty was surety for the bond. We think he was Elizabeth's brother since a William Dowty married Tabitha Heath in 1799 in Accomack. The trail seems to stop with Elizabeth and William. Any help will be appreciated.

I am looking for information about Thomas D Trower, my grandmother's father. He was born in Northampton County 29 Aug 1850, died 16 Oct 1927 in Norfolk VA, buried in Norfolk. His wife's name was Sarah Elizabeth (maiden name unknown), b: 2 Jan 1852, place unknown, d: 18 Jan 1940 and buried in Norfolk. Can you help me? Thanks.

My uncle was Walkley Johnson. Could you provide information on the original land grant attributed to this family. It was my understanding that the land grant was awarded in the early 1600's. Thank you.

I am interested in the Riley's of Accomack Co., VA. I am just beginning my study of this line of my family.

I am still looking for early WESSELLS on the shore. I am also looking for TOLLY family information. Elizabeth Tolly, in 1707, is thought to have married James Vessells (Wessells). Her father might be Thomas Tolly. Any information on the Tollys would be appreciated.

Someone was kind enough to e-mail me concerning Stockly Pearson and the Pearson connection to Isaac Moore of DE. Somehow I replied incorrectly and lost it all. Could they please contact me again. Thank you. Love this site. Perfect on a dreary afternoon.

I'm looking into the background on the confederate raid on Cherry Point, Northampton County, in the Spring of 1864. Are there any remains of wharfs, docks, etc., or anything of interest at Cherry Point from the War era? Are there any local recollections on the raid, which ended with the capture of the steamship Titan? Thanks for any information you can pass on.

Does anyone know where Davis Wharf was or is now? My grandfather has it listed as his place of birth in 1894. Have looked at Eastern Shore maps but can't locate it. Thanks for your help. Sharon

I am trying to connect with the Tilneys of Va. I have an Unknown Tilney who married Martha Murphey [d of John and Bridget Murphy of Somerset] about 1700 probably in Somerset Md. Their children were Nehemiah who may have not married, Bridget who married Ukn Smith, Mary who married Thomas Crippen, and Tamer who m Joseph Marrett. At one time or another they all lived in Sussex Co. Delaware. All of these names are tracked through joint land documents. I have tried but I can't link them to Stringer Tilney. I would appreciate any leads or suggestions of research material that you can offer. Carol Jones

lOOKING FOR INFOR. ON AFRO-AMERICAN COLLINS, COSTONS, CHANDLERS, SAVAGES, JOHNSONS, UPSHURS, AND THE WALKERS FROM THE EASTERN SHORE OF VA. IN NORTHAMPTON CTY.

My father, John Dale Booth was a Chincoteaguer. Born 1886. Had one brother and several sisters. Would like to contact anyone with information on my grandparents and uncles and aunts. Thank you.

Around 1904, my great aunt Jennie was born in Chincoteague. Her father, Moses Tisch was a tailor. His wife Rebecca was a house wife. Do you know why they would be in a fishing town? They were in Eastern Md.in 1885. And New York City, NY before that. They came to this country in 1880. I'm stumped. Thanks

Hi everyone, this is my first time posting to this site. My ancestors come from the Sanford, VA area of the Eastern Shore. From what I know they lived there from the early 1900's til probably the 1950's. My great-grandfather was Thomas Jenkins and his wife was Elizabeth Bibbins(Bivans) Jenkins. They had five children: Ethel b. 1899 who married William Gambrill Donald b. 1900 who married Ruby L. Wheeler Clarence b. 1902 who married Clara M Stevens, Thomas b. 1904, Mary E.b. 1906 who married Bradford Marshall, Eva F. b. 1912 who married Lee Ayres and Earl b. 1917 who married Mary (Unknown last name). Elizabeth Bibbins Jenkins says she was born in Withams, VA to George and Sallie Bivans, unable to find any documention to that fact. Can't even find George and Sallie in Accomac County. Maybe someone out there recognizes any of these names. Would happy to hear from you. On a different note, just wondering if any of you out there still live on the Eastern Shore and are familiar with the Sanford, VA area. I have a chance to buy the house the Jenkins' lived in. The house is in terrible shape, a new roof is a must, but would like to know a little more about the area. Any thoughts would appreciate from the friendly GHOTES out there. Thanks

I'm searching for info on the Scott family of Virginia. Namely, Ben, Bill, Lee, Sallie A. Cugler-Scott, etc. My father is Samuel Scott, born in Accomack Co. 1924. His father was Lee W. married to Sallie A. Cugler. They moved to New Jersey in the 1930's. Ben was my father's grand-father & I know there was a relationship between Ben & Bill...I think they were brothers??? Ben was one of the oldest people living on the island, age, 103?? & Bill was the last known resident after the storm. His likeness is on a stone at the Assateague lighthouse. Any info on Ben & Bill would be enormously helpful. Also, any info on the Cugler family would be much appreciated. Can't seem to find any evidence of their existance on the island.

Thanks much, Carol

I am looking for any info on Arthur Parks/Parkes who married Nancy Mitchell July 24,1801 in Somerset Cty., Maryland.

Also looking for marrieage date of his son Capt.Thomas S. Parks/Parkes who married Sarah Lewis, could be Sometset Cty, Worcester Cty MD. or Accomac Cty, VA.

Thomas S.Parkes and wife Sarah are buried in Accomac Cty. Va. I'm not sure if Arthur and Nancy lived in Accomac Cty. or stayed in Maryland. Any info would be greatly appreciated. Thank you, Diane

Is anyone out there researching the following surname/surnames:

Vernetson, Vernettson, Vernelson, Vanelson, Vanetson, Vannetson, Vannettson, Vaneretson

in Accomack, Somerset, Worcester Counties and in Baltimore City ??

I'm not certain if all the individuals I find are of the same family or if these were several separate families...

First names for male members that I have encountered include: Guzaline ('the younger'), William (4 of them), William E., William G (Sr. and Jr.), Elias (3 of them), Charles, Charles M., Thomas, , Nathan, 'Jester', Selby, Silas (probably Elias), Elias Tubman, Joseph, etc. etc..

I'm trying to determine if these are all the same one family, and a few specifics like: 1. Who were the parents of the Elias who left a 1772 Accomack Will ? He left underage children including son William who was assigned to one of the George Corbins of Accomack as his guardian. Note: the Elias son of Elias mentioned in the 1742 Accomack Will of Guzaline sounds like he may be referring to the two Elias's of Worcester (Wills executed 1752 and 1763).

2. Who were the parents of the William who's Estate was administered by (son ?) Nathan in 1744 in Worcester. ? A Worcester Land Abstract in the 1760's shows a Nathan of Pennsylvania then.

3. Who were the parents of the William who married Bridget Miles in Somerset in 1801 and left a Will executed in 1814 in Worcester and Somerset (Worcester Estate Docket March 22, 1814).... ? The 1810 Somerset Census shows him aged > 45 years

I'm trying to find a line (if such exists) down to the William who married Bridget Miles. above.

I haven't been able to find any activity on any of hte variations of the surname/surnames on any INTERNET Rootsweb sites...

Any clues or info much appreciated.. Thanks 8-) Joe jsla@loc.gov

I am a decendent of Anthony and Mary Johnson.I know they had two sons,John and Richard Johnson.Each son had sons of their own.John had John Jr.,and Richard had Richard Jr. and Francis(also a son).The time period being between 1623-1661.The next relatives that our family recognizes are Noah & Agusta Johnson. Time of existance,unknown.They had son,James Edward Johnson who also had James E Jr.From James Jr. I have an account of most relatives to the present.James Jr is myGGGrandfather.Any info will be helpful.All were from Accomack Va.Around 1662 I have Anthony and family moving to the Eastern Shore of Md in the Somerset County section.There are land transaction recorded in their names.My family still occupy the land that was settled and called Freedomtown now called Upper Hill.Their graves are located in the church cemetery called Greenmount.The cemetery was not on the church grounds but about 1 mile away in a wooded tract of land named Greenmount Cememtary. No living relative can remember where it is.It has not been used since the 1940's.My work is continuing trying to find the cemetery.I've been told by relatives in their 90's that there should be rows upon rows of graves. Most with headstones.

Seeking information on Marry Ann Jane Carter, abt. 1680. Married to James Osborne. Born and married in England. Migrated to America after 1696.

WHERE CAN I LOOK TO FIND ABOUT MY FAMILY HISTORY

I am related to Richard BOLTON. He is also in the Ghotes of Virginia in the Thorowgood section. It was my understanding that Richard Bolton married Sarah Langston, not her sister Frances as I find here. I have a marriage bond involving Richard and Leonard Langston, in which Richard states his intention to marry Sarah. I would be interested in knowing why this list shows he married Sarah's sister Frances. Thanks!

Any one know anything about my Grandparents, James Alexander Mates from Wicklow Ireland who married Margrate McDonald. Margrate was born Tweed Island Scotland. I don't know where that is because I have never heard of it before. Margrate went to Adelaide South Australia. James was born 25 May 1876 and Died 5 December 1947 and buried in West Terrace Cemetery. Margaret is also buried West Terrace Cemetery and she died 27 November 1966. I beleive Margarates mother's name was Christinna and her fathers name was John McDonald. They went to Port Lincoln in South Australia and are buried there. I don't have a lot of information about them but I do know that they were the first couple to be married in teh church there. I think the church was Wesley church, but I am not sure. I have not been able to get any info on the cemetery there either. That is all I know about them.

Can anyone tell me if, in the mid 1600's there was a Port Accomack that would have been deep enough for shipping to arrive and unload cargo? And the location?

Is anyone researching the CLARK line here on the Shore? I would be interested in hearing about this line in the hope it ties into mine.

I am looking for information about Hog Island in the James River. I know there is a Hog Island (barrier island here) but I need someone familiar with the other Virginia islands. It is my understanding that there is/was a statue of a SAMMES/SAMs man who may have been my first ancestor. Can anyone help me or put me in touch with someone who might?

Does anyone have any information about Sacker Kellam? He wants probably living in the 1700's. Any information would be appreciated.

My grandfather's name was David Daniel Mears from the Chesapeake Bay Area (I'm thinking Accomack County). We have always believed that he was one of Columbus Mears sons, but I cannot find his name listed anywhere in the family. He left home around the age of 17 & went to NC, married my grandmother, Atelia Garris, then moved to Hartsville, SC. I am believing that his date of birth was around 1881, his death was in 1948. Is there anyone that can help me solve the mystery? I'm up against a brick wall with no place to go. Thanks, Rena Mears Locklair

A lot of my family I can trace back to accomac county. Killmon/Killman -Ball-Drummond-Marshall-Justis,some of them I only know their names and who they married. I can not find anything about where they came from or where they went. If anyone can help I would be greatful. I know the ancestal on the the killmon's back to William Ross Killmon, but all I know is that they showed up in accomac co, but from where. I know Ball married Drummond, but where did they come from and who are their parents,I know Marshall married Killmon, but where did they come from. Everywhere I look comes to a deadend. maybe this is not the place to ask this questions but I am looking for help anywhere I can. the most help I have gotten has come from billy and the people from ghotes, and Phil Miles,and I am so greatful. If anyone can help please contact me at pvk21killman@hotmail.com

GREATFULLY YOURS

PHILIP D. KILLMAN

I am a fan of Pat Scherzinger's Colonial Families of Royal & Novle Descent - how can I get in touch her to ask some questions?

I am looking for some ancesters who came from Canada.Issac Cowdrey and Dorcas Thrasher.I believe the first went to N.Y.I believe that most of the children were bron in Canada.One son Was Alexander Cowdrey.He was a Civil War Vet.85 N.Y. Infantry.Any help on Issac and Dorcas would grealty appreciated.

hi this is to ilnda edwards, sandy perkins, amy jamison, elwyn bull, or anyone else who might know. i saw a gravestone for freddie and naomi parker from quimby cemetary, my greatgrandparents are buried there george w and noni ames and son. Thier daughter elzabeth ames married jim parker any relation?? and any additional info would be greatly appreciated, i was adopted so have limited info. I met Doris Ames Ward , Elizabeths sister last year at Elizabeths funeral and she told me they had lived there. thanks

How to locate a newspaper obituary for a death in Chincoteague in 1921. Thanks.

ANNIS-PHILLIPS-TAYLOR

Am searching for information on Kessie Annis, married John Dennis Annis in May 1887, from the Guilford area. She died on or shortly after March 4, 1908 due to complications from childbirth. From what I can tell, her sister was Sallie F. Taylor, but I may be wrong on the relationship. I have not been able to find much of mention for John Dennis Annis as well. He had 15 children, so there must be something more on him somewhere, right?!

I have searched everywhere I can think of, so any resource ideas or information would be greatly appreciated! Happy New Year to All!

I believe my paternal grandfather's (James Eldridge Copes, b.1896, I think in Pocomoke City, MD) mother's maiden name was Blackstone and my that his paternal grand- mother's maiden name was Silverthorne. I haven't been able to find anything on either of these families. I'd be interested in learning about either of these families and especially of the Blackstone's descend from Sir William Blackstone.

Thanks

I have a new email address (above) My old address was stanharris@home.com

Would you be so kind as to update my address so I can once again receive your lister.

Thank you.

Stan Harris

need info about MEARS, HACKETT, GAMBRIEL, HURST, WHEATLEY, Dorchester co Maryland. Cambridge Md area mostly but not limited to that. have interest in Talbot Co md also and Acomack Va area also. i also have extensive info on MATTHEWS, RUARK, HURLEY in these areas.

I am seeking any information on Elizabeth Anne Birch/Burch, of Accomac County (Chincoteague). She was born about 1825 and married Parker Thornton around 1845. They had the following children, John J., Maria, William, Ester Ann, Jane, Sarah, Alfred and Benjamin. Any information on Elizabeth, Parker or their family will be truly appreciated. Thank You.

why does Virginia own any part of the Delmarva Penninsula?

Where did the Miles files move to.

I am looking for any information on Abbott Bundick and his son William, who left Accomack County, Va. in 1780 for St Landry Parrish, Louisiana. I Believe his father was Richard Bundick II, but I'm not sure. I also would like to know if there is any relation to a William Bundick who was the master of the ship Hopewell of London that arrived in Virginia in 1634.

My E-mail address is cntbundick@zianet.com

I am looking for any information on Abbott Bundick, who left Accomack County, Va. in 1780. I Believe his father was Richard Bundick II, but I'm not sure.

Shrieves of Accomack. My great-great grandmother was Sarah Shrieves, born in 1838, died in 1916. She married Samuel Killmon. She was the daughter of Abraham Shrieves and Lavonia Scott. If there are any descendants of Abraham, please contact me. I am trying to investigate my Shrieves family. THank You. Jim

Dear mr. ghotes iam trying to get in touch with a Bob Mears,i have no e-mail address for him and was told that i could contact him through your web-site. You truly have awonderful site filled with lots of information. I hope that Bob Mears can help me for what iam looking for, so would you please see to it that he get my e-mail address or have him call at 410-543-8347, this is the first break through for me since i have started thankyou an awfullot. gene

My ancestor, John Townsend, should have been in Northampton Co., in the area of Nassawadox creek from 1660-1666 but I do not find him in the list He was the father of Jeremiah Townsend married to Anne Brickhouse. I do find jeremiah shown at a later dat. My question: from what source was this information taken. Your website is truly amazing and I have enjoyed it very much, especially since so many of the families mentioned are related to me in some way. Gwen Coleman

Any information on EDWARD JAMES TWIFORD, his wives ANNE MILLICENT and ELIZABETH MOORE, his children MARY EILIZABETH TWIFORD AND FREDERICK TWIFORD. Edward may have descended from ZEROBABEL TWIFORD OR JAMES HENRY TWIFORD of Norfolk. His son in law was Vaughn Carmean. Believe Edward had a ships chandlery or some other kind of business in Kiptopeake in early 1900's. Any info would be appreciated. Helen

Am seeking info on Reverand Joshua Thomas, The Parson of the Island. As per my deceased uncle Ralph D. Thomas formerly of Chicago IL, I am a granddaughter, several generations out. My father William E Thomas formerly also of Chicago IL was son to Horatio Wingett (sp?) Thomas who moved to Chicago.

John Hall BRITTINGHAM migrated from the eastern shore (Accomack) around 1800 to York County (VA) and later to Elizabeth City County, (VA). I am wondering why he moved his family across the Chesapeake Bay to this part of the country. One explanation I think has merit is that the Loyalists -Tories- had been persecuted throughout the Revolution, particularly if they actually fought for the Crown. During and after the Revolution, the states confiscated the Troy properties and sold them in small parcels at a very low price to pay off the government's debt. The new landowners could settle or sell for quick cash depending on their desires. Where can I find information, sources, (i.e. books, articles, etc.) that dealt with this, particulary in Virginia, (even better in the York and Elizabeth City Counties areas)? Does the above make sense for the migration of BRITTINGHAMs and other families? Or is there some other causes such as religious beliefs? Are there court records or documents that provide some sort of information? How does the state record the abandonment or confiscated land? What court would this be recorded? What time frame is there between the end of the Revolutionary War and the settlement of most of the Tory properties with new owners? Any help in this area would be greatly appreciated.

Bill BRITTINGHAM.

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I am looking for information on Thomas Fletcher who was born in 1786 and married to Elizabeth S. Wallup. If you have any information on the Fletchers, please contact me. Thank you!!

I would love to purchase a copy of John Bell's Northampton Co Tithes 1720-1769. If anyone has a spare copy that they would be willing to sell, please contact me. It would be well-loved and used in my home!

I would love to purchase a copy of John Bell's Northampton Co Tithes 1720-1769. If anyone has a spare copy that they would be willing to sell, please contact me. It would be well-loved and used in my home!

My Father in Law Harry McNeal Webster was born in Chester, PA and lived in Deal Island, MD. He served in Army in WW II and was at Dunkirk. Just wondering what is best way to obtain info about him. His Dad was Benjamin Webster and mother was Jennie McNeal Webster.

Jim Horn Redmond, WA

I AM SERCHING FOR ANY INFORMATION YOU HAVE ON JOHN A. BARNETTE OF WISE VA WISE COUNTY MARRIED PINKY JANE. I DO NOT KNOW HER LAST NAME.SONS HOGE- INOS AND MY FATHER ROSEVELT BARNETTE ONE DAUGHTER RET. MY GRANDFATHER IS BURRIED IN WISE VA IN A FAMILY GRAVEYARD. MY FATHER IS ALSO BURRIED THERE ANY HELP WILL BE THANKFULLY RECEIVED.ANY COST ASSIOATED I WILL PAY. THANK YOU. JOHN E BARNETTE

I was told that there was a Quaker settlement in Modestowm ??? years ago. My maiden name was Pancoast and this name was one of the groups of settlers that lived in the Modestown area, so I was told. Does anyone have any firm information about this?

Our family history does not mention an Eastern Shore group.

Thanks

I am searching for the Killmon/Kilman family of Accamack County. Specifically, the descendants of Samuel and Caroline (MNU)Killman. Samuel was born in 1815, Caroline in 1825. Had one son, Samuel, married Sarah Shrieves. Samuel Jr. died before 1900. Had a daughter, Sarah, born in 1868, went by Annie who married my great grandfather, John Thomas Dowdy. Had a son, Claude/Clide born in 1872. Sarah died in 1916.

THOMAS JAMES EWELL desparately looking///////// b,1831 accomac,virdinia d.1931 shepherd texas father;everett[maybe] mother;susan hall[maybe] uncle or cousin to gen rs ewell[so said the obits] thanks mathew

I am interested in finding information about Thomas Hall, married Nancy Wood Nov 6, 1801 in Rowan County NC. Her father was William Wood and Mother was Rebecca I don't know her mother's maiden name.

They moved to Jackson County Alabama some time after marriage and bought land there.

I would like to find information about his father and mother and when they came to America. Also anything about him.

Thank you,

My father, James William Regier, born January 25, 1928 in Michigan was >adopted. All we know is his father gave him up for adoption, the name on >the papers was higby or higbee. My father was never told he was adopted he >found the adoption papers in an upstairs bedroom of his mothers house on the >eve of his wedding. The next day when my mother and father went to look >more closely at the adoption papers they were gone. Out of respect for my >fathers adoptive parents he never mentioned it to them and the secret died >with my grandparents. Can you give me any insights? Could my Higby be related to any of yours? and do you remember if there were any children given up for adoption? I think the mother died in childbirth and that is why the father's was the only name on the adoption papers.

I have found information indicating that there is a microfilm record of the estate Inventory & Appraisement of BILLINGS BRITT in 1759. It is supposed to be on Reel 5, page 146, Inv. & App., July 30, 1759, for Accomack County. At this point in my search, this is the third reference I have found on Billings Britt whom I believe is the father of Nancy Britt who married Solomon Bird, Jr., and moved to Edgefield, SC. Does anyone have access to this microfilm?

I would like to find the documentation of the marriage of Gertrude Twiford and William Edward Wise, probably in 1898 or 1899. My grandmother (Gertie) was a devout Baptest Their first son, Edward Revel Wise, was born in 1900, so I'm sure they were married by then! If not in accomack, should I look in Montgomery County, MD. or Somerset County MD? Well many thanks for any help you can offer.

I would like to know the web site for Michelle Melvin. Can anyone help me?

Thanks, E. Buzzy

Any one know anything about my Grandparents, James Alexander Mates from Wicklow Ireland who married Margaret McDonald. I don't know where Margaret came from but the finished up in Adelaide South Australia. James was born 25 May 1876 and Died 5 December 1947 and buried in West Terrace Cemetery. Margaret is also buried West Terrace Cemetery and she died 27 November 1966. I beleive Margaret's mother's name was Christina and her fathers name was John McDonald. That is all I know about them.

I am looking for Margaret Nottingham. Iknow her father died before her 14th birthday because she asked for Wm. Nottingham to be her guardian July 14,1823. John Floyd and Severn Wilks helped with the security. Wm. Floyd, John Floyd and others adm estate of William B. Nottingham Feb. 10 1823. Does anyone know about these families? Darlene

I am looking for info on William Forrest Horner, born Dec 8,1865 in Magotha,Va. He died Dec 22,1935 and is buried at Capeville Methodist Church graveyard. Who were his parents and siblings ?

Thanks

Hello, My name is Charles Longworth Craig and I have family history in Accomack County that which I am trying to uncover. I am trying to uncover information on a Daniel J. Longworth. I believe he would be my Great,great-grandfather. He was married at least twice in the Onancock/Onley area. The two marriages that I know of(not necessarily in this order)

********Mrs. Adleline Rich Harding (Longworth) born- 1871; died April 1955

********Mrs. Elizabeth Carmine Broughton (Longworth) born-1866; died Dec. 13, 1953 What was her New Jersey connection and what town did theylive in

If anybody could be so kind as to shed some light. My grand mother, daughter of Daniel J., passed away. She was from a different marriage( I think). Any way, her name is Helen Rose Longworth(she was 1st married to Craig; 2nd married to Illich)

I am trying to answer many familiar geneological questions through my ancestor Daniel J. Longworth. When did he arrive in the eastern shore? Why the Eastern Shore? What did he do there? Where did he live there? Children? Why did he leave? With Whom? Where?

Can anybody from the Rich, Broughton, Carmine, or Harding family shed any light? Please let me know

why no info on assawoman? one of oldest church @ communties in acc.co. sp assawaman

Please help me find any info on the Mavis Hadaway Pannell Family,Father Lamar Hadaway.Belived to be in the Amory Miss. Area or Memphis,Tenn.Thank you,(bmrbabe@koyote.com)

William 'Billie' Balding/Baldwin came from Northampton Co. to Madison Co. in western NC (in the Great Smoky Mountains) as a consequence of a Land Grant in the 1790-1820 period. He grew to adulthood in Northampton Co. and his children were born in NC beginning in 1823. Is there a record of a William Baldwin or Balding in N'hampton Co. at about that time? I am a neophyte in genealogy but would like to make this very important connection for my family. I will be happy to share any information I gather as I research the family history.

Thank you! 11/1/01

To Indie Winslow-Birch, Have you noticed that your e-mail address did not print out? Please send me your address so that I may answer some of your questions about Charlie, Indie, Frank, Kirby and Jessie Bennett. Hopefully this connection will add in the juno on my e-mail address. Jack Burn has corrected the recent problems that were encounterred. Hoping to hear from you. shoreparkbennetts@juno.com

Is George Brickhouse d.1831 s/o John Brickhouse d.1808 & Shopia Rogers d.1812? Please reference citation.

If so, is Shopia Rogers d.1812 d/o Nathaniel Rogers d.1751 & Jean West d.1754? Please reference citation.

Thanks, Bob Davis

I am interested in learning any history about Downings Taven and where located in Pa during 1800s. Thanks for your time Audre

I can't believe this. Let's try one more time. My e-mail address is shoreparkbennetts.com. Wow!

Please note: Not any of the late entries since Oct. 18 indicate anyones e-mail address. Therefore until this is fixed everyone should type in their e-mail address along with their questions. My e-mail address is shoreparkbennetts.com. Thank you.

To India Winslow-Birch Please indicate your e-mail address so you may receive infomation which you are seeking. Charlie and India were my uncle and aunt. Kirby, Frank, and Jessie were my first cousins. Regards, Elton

Trying to find info on India Anna& Charles L. Bennett of Hacks Neck Va.children-Kirby2/24/1903-3/12/1971,FFranb Aa9/7/1911-5/5/1968,Jessie w.(married Winslow) Thanks LOTS.

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hi i think i said that wrong my grandfather Jim Parker married Elizabeth Ames. My father Richard Parker married Sara (watkinson i think)

hi, Looking for all the info I can find on Parkers (my father Richard Parker born 1933) and his father Jim Parker from Painter married Elizabeth Ames. Thanks I love this websight

Can you confirm that William Anderson was a very early settler in Onancock? Maybe 1680? Was he the brother of Amy Anderson Parker who was the wife of John Parker and daughter of Garrett and Amy Anderson?

I'm interested in finding out about the Warrington's of Deleware. I'v gotten back to Nathaniel Warrington and his wife Jane Ling. I cannot find the parents of either Nathaniel or Jane.

I am looking for information and sources for Roberte de Scardeburg & Henry de Scardeburg. They are listed as ancestors of Edmund Scarborough at http://www.esva.net/ghotes/scarb/scarb.htm#TOP Thanks.

I am looking for the ancestry of my great grandmother, Jenny Fedderman , who was born in Assowaman, Virginia. She was born in the late 1800's. I think she was married to a man named Sam White. She died in Mappsville, Virginia. Also, could you give me any historical information about Assowaman. I am researhing my Native American ancestry. All the information that you can render I would gladly appreciate.

I thank you in advance,

Karen Justice Sobotker

I am requesting assistance at developing information on my grandfather who is African American and was born on Horntown, VA in 1875. His name was William Snead and he was a boat captain. Any information around families or how to research families in this area at that time would be appreciated. I am open to any and all suggestions.

HI' I HAVE A PARALLEL BIBLE BY A.J. HOLMAN IT WAS WRITTEN IN 1890 AND I WAS WONDERING IF ANYONE COULD GIVE ME ANY INFO ON ITS HISTORY OR VALUE THERE ARE NO NAMES WRITTEN IN IT THANK YOU SO MUCH. VIOLET HUMPHREY 360-438-9573 YOU CAN CALL COLLECT IF YOU LIKE

I have found the web site and the people here to be the nicest and friendliest I've met in a great long time. I got answers to questions in the past about the Corbins for my daughters and I'm still trying to find anything I can on the other side of the house (tree). My side is named Shirley and I can get them back to Clark Shirley married to Caroline Baker and living in Allegheny County, Penna. While surfing around for more info on the Shirley line I ran across another site with a wealth of Corbins going back to 1195. They are listed in England and it gives some of the names as Thomas of --- Corbin (listing the estate I believe). Is this normal to name the children after the land and are they from the same line as my children who are decendants of the Corbins of Aacomack County, VA.? Now I have to try to find that web page again!

has anyone done any serious research work on samuel taylor who appears to have settled in 1666 (was head right for John Wallop 1660's) ? i am descended through his son samuel jr and then through samuels daughter mary who married my samuel owens. i have found in the accomack court orders that he had an uncle die in london left him some money via micjah perry the providor of goods to several large planters in london. (william byrd of westover was a customer)? if so please let me know interested and comparing research and any English connections

I am looking for any data about a Thomas Parks and/or his sons John, Charles and Joseph. Thomas could have been in the Cheriton area about 1620 to 1633 involved in salt making. Family records claim he is in the area census of 1623 and 1629. John is supposed to have had a son John,Jr. about 1652 that married Mary about 1685. Information on this later John is readily available and appears to be an early member of a long line of Parks. My grandson would be the 13th generation of the Thomas I seek. Any information of the these early Parks men would be appreciated. Is there a source or location for any records of the Cheriton area for the time I listed?

Can anyone give me a list of African American churches and cemeteries from the 1800's in accomack county. Thank you Virginia Sheppard

I am trying to locate information on a shepherd? Scarber? (Not sure of the spellings) Said to have been in Accomack County Virginia around 1880. Was married to Tena Baynton. Had a daughter named Annie Virginia, born in 1880. Was said to have been divorced from Tena Baynton about 1883. Or any information on the Baynton family. Thank you, Virginia Sheppard

My possible ancestor Richard Wilegoos/Wildgoose / Wildgows / Wildgoos shows up in the Court Records in Accomack in the March 1665/66 court Scession. Later he and or a Robert Wildgoose show up in the Northampton Titables in 66, 67, 68 and 71. In 1677, Richard, with wife and children move in to Old Somerset County, Maryland transported from Virgina by a William Ratclife. I would like to come up to Virginia to do some research to try and tie these folks into my Delaware/Maryland Wildgoose line that is tight back to 1720. Can some one give me a pointer or two on researching up there? Should I start in Accomack or Northampton County? Are the documents still in the courthouses or are they in Richmond at the Archives? Was Accomack a split off of Northampton or vice versa. I will probably spend a week when I come, but don't want to waste it. Thanks for the help Gus Wilgus, Emerald Isle, NC

help: my gg grandf. was one william drummond watson. he had three sons;benj f., john h., and my g grandf. preson curtis watson. some how or another wlm d. watson is related to a james watson and his son preson watson who came to eliz city, va. around 1822 from, i think, the eastern shore. in 1826 preson watson bought two plots of land,paying a total of 1,600.00 dollars. preson had a brother named johannes, who moved to phila,pa, and was in the iron chest and safe business by 1846. most of the decendents of these watson's left va prior to the war between the states, some went to phila,pa, and one i know of went to iowa. can anybody please give me any information on these folks. i believe some of the decendents of the watson girls are still in the fox hill area of hampton,va,but i do not know who they are thanks curt

I am trying to locate Virginia Lee Haney [Mapp]. She married my father, ET Mapp in May of 1959 and at the time of her marriage she was 23 years old. So she is probably still alive. He died in 1967, so the chance that she remarried is pretty good, since she was so young. Anyone ever heard of her, or have any ideas as to how I can locate her? Thanks!

I am looking for ancestor Issac Harvella Creason born in Virginia February 13, 1789. Later he moved to Ohio via way of North Carolina

I am a descendent of William Scarborough of Bacon's Rebellion and would very much apprecite learning if anyone has any information about him. I know that he was hanged for his participation in the rebellion and that his cousin, Charles, was fined and released. Is there any record of his burial, the site...anything? Jacqueline B. (Scarborough) Riemann

Oh, what a tangled web is genealogy in Accomack County 300 years ago! I have ancestors who married twice.....married thier own cousins and then married thier sisters! Family Tree maker is not set up to handle this. I have duplicates of individuals if I enter the correct spouses and, if I enter the brothers & sisters, they duplicate again! Any suggestions? I am sure others have had this same problem in Accomack County research using Family Tree Maker. I will post this question on the GHOTES site as well.

Oh, what a tangled web is genealogy in Accomack County 300 years ago! I have ancestors who married twice.....married thier own cousins and then married thier sisters! Family Tree maker is not set up to handle this. I have duplicates of individuals if I enter the correct spouses and, if I enter the brothers & sisters, they duplicate again! Suggestions, anyone? I am sure others have had this same problem in Accomack County research using Family Tree Maker.

This question is for Bill Burton. This is regarding the Leatherbury family. Do you have anything on Abner D. b/ MD or Amos Leatherbury? I have family info that Abner D. is the son of Amos but can not find a thing to verify that. I do find an Abner D. b/ 1825 IA son of Charles b/ 1779 MD and Ann b/ 1796 OH. The name Perry appears there as it does in the line you have on Ghotes. It also appears in the family of Abner D. who married Sarah Silvies Devol,and family of their daughter Amy Delcena Leatherbury and son-in-law Jarvis Lewis Hickok. I can send family file if you would like. Thanks Nita Pearce cogram11@worldnet.att.net

I am looking for ella westly Bell of Seaview. She married Arthur R Curtis. also anything about the robins family. My grandmother was carrie robins who married Andrew jackson Chandler. I have the line of the robins which goes back to the wise's and scarbough's. Barbary wise married Arthur robins. also the chandlers, William A and Louis E. chandler. thanks alot.

Jeffrey Minshall was an early inhabitant of VA. He was born 1620 in Cheshire, Eng. & married Frances Carsley born 1629 Northampton Co.VA. Their daughter Jane Minshall was born 1653 in Northampton. She married Samuel Long born 1845 Northampton. I'm a descendant of these pioneers. I understand a book was written by Charles Leslie Stewart entitled JEFFREY MINSHALL MIGRANT TO THE EASTERN SHORE published 1964 in Urbana, IL. Would you have a copy of this book in your library or know where I could obtain one? Thank-you in advance for your assistance. sharalyn@pacbell.net

My GGGGgrandfather+ William Hensley and wife Mary?? came from England in 1622-23 with son James Hensley Sr and wife Sarah Lyttle Hensley. Gfather+ William died around 1672 and is buried in a cemetery in Northampton. How can I find out or where do I begin to look for his land or where he would be buried???

I am searching for my ggrandfather, born Accomack county about 1823. He married Elizabeth Cole in 1842 in Jersey county, Ill. His father was also a William. Any information will be greatly appreciated. Thank you.

I am searching for my ggrandfather, born Accomack county about 1823. He married Elizabeth Cole in 1842 in Jersey county, Ill. His father was also a William. Any information will be greatly appreciated. Thank you.

MY GRANDMOTHER WAS LEATHY BURCH BORN IN HIWASSEE,GA.TOWNS CO IN 1895. HER PARENTS WERE ALBERT AND MARY BURCH. THEIR OTHER CHILDREN WERE JAMES,HENRY,LAURA,MARY. WE WERE TOLD THEY CAME FROM THE EASTERN COAST. BUT WE CAN'T FIND OUT ANYTHING.THEY WERE IN THE GA. 1900'S CENSUS.IF ANYONE KNOWS THIS FAMILY.PLEASE EMAIL ME.KATHY IN GEORGIA!!!

Looking for information on my Great Grandmother's family. She was Charlotte Rebecca Arion, born April 12, 1841, in Mt Sterling, Augusta County, VA. I have found that she had 2 brothers (so far) they were Abraham born December 3, 1834 and Cornelius born June 18, 1837. Her Father was John Arion (born June 16, 1799 on Peter Helsey's Plantation, Woodstock, Shenando County, VA)who married Mary Garber (born February 24, 1805). Can you be of assisstance or direct me in the right direction?

Dear Mr. Ghotes iam trying to find my mothers decesdants and their family. I do have some names that i would like for you to look up if you can.They are Sara mears,Tom Mears and or Sam Mears, i am not sure if they lived in accomack or northhampton county va. I also think that Sara Mears had a lot of kids whose names of some were Saddie, Hampton, joe Hillard,Ellinor, Liz, and Tom Henry.

Can someone tell me where Corattawaman Creek might have been (or is)? Thanks for any help.

I am researching an action that occured in 1652, There are three players and I am trying to get as much information about them.

William Mitchell Appears in St Marys City about 1648/9 and is granted 300 acres on the eastern Shore.

Philip Land Buys a portion of Mitchell's land about 1650/51. I believe he is the Sheriff of st. Marys at that time.

Henry Fox Also buys a portion of Mitchell's land and ultimattely moves to Talbot Countya nd is very active in the 1660/1670's.

Any information about these three individuals would be appreciated.

John Chamberlin

I am a descendant of George Willett who according to oral family tradition came to Nova Scotia, Canada from Virginia in the 1780's. One of the family was a Lawrence woman. George's son William(my great-great grandfather)was born in Main-a-Dieu, Nova Scotia, Canada in 1794. Would appreciate any help tracing the family.

My mother was born in Grape, Va.(Accomac Cty, Va). The town is know extinct. It was near Wiseville, and Drummonds Mill. Can anyone pinpoint the area for me, such as Route # or Street names. Thank you Diane

JACOBS, Clarence. My parents and grandparents have long passed on, but my sister and I remember them saying that my grandmother's father was Clarence Jacobs and that he was from Temperenceville, Virginia. I know he came to California in the late 1800's but that's all I know.

Does anyone recognize the name or place? Can anyone offer guidance? I am a novice and just out of the hosptial with heart problems, so I can't make it to the National Archives just yet. Appreciate any help you can give me. Thanks so much!

Trying to find information on Eva Fenton of Oyster, Virginia. and or other Fentons in the same area.

Can anyone give me any information on James Robert Moore b.18 dec.1879, Northampton Co., Cape Charles, Va. or on His spouse,Annie Mary Chester, b.8 Feb1860, Baltimore, Md. Thanks, Deb

We have pictures of a great aunt Sadie A. Johnson, a hatmaker, who had a large home in Sinnickson around 1880. We don't know if she married -- this is her maiden name. Any information appreciated.

Question: How can I find her in the census or other records if I don't know her married name (if any?)

Looking for family of Henrietta W.Kellam b. 1845 d. Dec. 9 1896 in Accomack (wife of Horace S. Lane b.1846) Henrietta is the daughter of Henrietta Savage and Elijah Smith Kellam. This Henrietta is the daughter of William Savage and Sister of Major Savage who married Maria Turlington. Any help connecting this line would be greatly appreciated. Thanks. MDC

Looking for family of Henrietta W.Kellam b. 1845 d. Dec. 9 1896 in Accomack (wife of Horace S. Lane b.1846) Henrietta is the daughter of Henrietta Savage and Elijah Smith Kellam. This Henrietta is the daughter of William Savage and Sister of Major Savage who married Maria Turlington. Any help connecting this line would be greatly appreciated. Thanks. MDC

MAJOR SAVAGE and HENERIETTA SAVAGE children of WILLIAM MAJOR SAVAGE b.1812 d. 1873 m.12/31/1827 This family from Accomack Co. Va and later from Worcester Co. (Snowhill) MD. Any connections or help would be appreciated. Thank you, MDC

I had a question on here a year or so ago, but have a new email address now. There was a young woman that gave birth on 10/31/54 in the old hospital in Nassawadox and made to give her baby up. Her initials are BL but I do not know her name..she was made to sign an affadavit that she would never contact me. Her last name is very unusual. I am trying to find her. If anyone has any information please email me...thank you Sharon

I am just beginning a search of my family tree and have little information so far. My great-great grandmother was Lizzie Strat(t)on who I believe was the daughter if John & Lottie Richardson. I think John was the son of a slaveowner and Lottie was a slave. Lizzie had a daughter Emma Burton who married Charlie Smith ( they were 1st cousins) and had 4 daughters: Alice, Edith, Clarissa & Maline. Lizzie was sick the last years of her life and died in 10/67. If anyone has any info please contact me.My e-mail is KassandraS1@yahoo.com.

I am just beginning a search of my family tree and have little information so far. My great-great grandmother was Lizzie Strat(t)on who I believe was the daughter if John & Lottie Richardson. I think John was the son of a slaveowner and Lottie was a slave. Lizzie had a daughter Emma Burton who married Charlie Smith ( they were 1st cousins) and had 4 daughters: Alice, Edith, Clarissa & Maline. Lizzie was sick the last years of her life and died in 10/67. If anyone has any info please contact me.

Peter Foster left eastern shore for Indiana about 1850, but returned to eastern shore. Any information

I have been told that my Grandfather was from Cape Charles Va. if anyone knows of any African-Americans with the family name Carpenter or descendant of a Carpenter please e-mail me.....thank you

I'm looking for the parents of my GGGGGrandfather, William Harris Keyser(Prounounced Keezer). According to most records, William Harris Keyser was born around 1750 in Northampton County, VA. We've heard from various living relatives that his father might have come from MD or PA, settled in the Northampton county area and married a native American. We have no official record of William's birth other than the 1750 estimate. We did however find his request for a pension for his service in the American Revolution. He enlisted under CAPTAIN THOMAS BAYTOP in Second Va State Regiment in Gloucester County (Williamsburg area). He then marched to Hampton, NJ, and then to Valley Forge where he joined the army under GENERAL WASHINGTON. He served 5 years. It looks like he spent his early years in the Eastern Shore and Tidewater area. After the war, he migrated to Bath County VA (Hot Springs area) where he married Keziah Snead and had 10 Children. He died in December of 1837. Has anyone ever run across any Keysers on the Eastern Shore? I'd appreciate any help we can get. Many Thanks. George T. Keyser, Jr.

Can anyone tell me where Hogg neck or Hogg island is ?

Could someone please tell me what the boundaries were for the two parishes in Accomack Co., St. George Parish and Accomac Parish? In reference to 1800 Census, and the Wilsons listed in it, John (Eprm.) probably means John of Ephraim? And John (In. Bd.) might mean he was sick in bed? And Rodah and Samuel (both in Poko) means they lived on the Pocomoke River? Can anyone confirm or clarify these suppositions?I learned where Mesungo was (is) from the maps on Ghotes. Thanks. Michael Wilson

Hi,

Now I am confused.

I have that George Truitt (abt. 1620-bef. 1670) married Alice Watson (1624-1663) daughter of John Watson and Frances Graves.

Was Frances Graves George Truitt's wife or mother-in-law??

Thanks, Courtenay Cour10ayMN@aol.com

is the ghotes digest still being circulated via email?

I am searching for the history of a little house-big house in Locustville. It is on a corner, with the little house facing the side road and the big house facing main road. These houses are connected by a covered dogtrot...and the big house has a widows walk over the front door..........windows are 9/6 and there are other construction indicators to possibly date the house to the 1700's. If anyone has info on this house, please email me at starry46nights@aol.com-----it was recently for sale and we nearly bought it...thanks, Carol

Do any of you Ghotes have experience with the software program called Personal Ancestral File produced by the Mormans? I am changing from Family Tree Maker and considering Personal Ancestral File as well as The Master Genealogist. I would appreciate comments from those of you who have been serious genealogists much longer than have I.

I am looking for the father of Newman Billings who was born 1780, married Jane Roberts Oct. 2, 1801 in Berkeley Co., Va. and died Dec. 27, 1827 in Mansfield, Richland Co., Ohio. Their first born son was Solomon so I am guessing Newman's father's name might be Solomon. There is one listed in the 1784 census in Northumberland Co., Va.

DOES ANYONE HAVE ANY KNOWLEDGE OF THIS SOLOMON BILLINGS IN THE 1784 VIRGINIA CENSUS LISTING 3 WHITES, 1 BLACK AND INVENTORY AVAILABLE. PLEASE CONTACT ME AND I WILL BE GLAD TO SHARE WHAT INFORMATION I HAVE ON THE BILLINGS FAMILY. THANK YOU.

Jenkin Price owned land in thr Cashville area of what is now Accomack County in the very early 1600's. Where did he come from? Are there any descendents stil on the Shore? (I remember Dr. John Robertson telling me that his wife, Lulu, was a Price.)

My eighth-great-grandfather, John Tyson, his wife Susannika, and their son, Mathias, owned land in Northampton County in 1679. They are listed in the GHOTES map page (area 45). Family historians theorize that the John Tyson name is of Dutch origin (Jan Matthiasson). I am trying to determine what John's true European name really was, and his origin - just when did he settle in Virginia, and where did he come from (New York?). Does anyone have a clue?

This family seems to have just appeared from nowhere.

edward DOTY WAS A PASSENGER ON THE MAYFLOWER I BEEN TOLD I am a relative of mine how do I confirm this.

Researching the Dickeson family in NM, OK,and TX 1850's 1940's. any information would be greatly appreciated.

My grandfather was Henry A. Wise Elliott. Looking for descendants of my ggrandfather William W. Elliott (b. 1804) of Northampton. His siblings were Thomas W, John W., Ann (Nancy) Fox, and Mary (Polly). Women's married names include Mister, Williams, Bowden, Wilgus, Whitehead, Downes and Wilkins. Thanks, Kari Elliott

Are there pictures of rolleston hall or greenwich hall of the old moseley family in princess ann county, virginia? This was the home of ex-governor henry a. wise and january 6, 1866 edition of harper weekly had a picture and article. how can i get or see it? do you have other articles or photos? Thanks!

Ron Moseley, Ph.D. Arkansas Institute

Lewis/Nock Marriage. Still looking for any record of a marriage between the Lewis and Nock families (in early 1800's) that produced a dau. named Elizabeth Byrd Lewis (b. 13 Jan 1816, Accomac Co?, VA? - d. 23 Mar 1891 Valley Lee, St Mary's Co, MD). Married 9 May, 1838 in Accomac Co, VA (2nd wife) of Thomas Bailey Adams (b.17 Apr, 1804, Accomac Co, VA - d.27 July 1889, Valley Lee, St Mary's Co, MD). Thanks, Leigh

I am seeking any info on Southard(Southey, Southy) Washington Taylor born Accomac to William TAYLOR @1848. He married Mary E. MERSEREAU and they ahd 2 daughters-living in Staten Island NY until their early death, leaving two orphans.

I am looking for further information concerning Thomas Coffin. In 1664 he is listed as transported by Capt. John Savadge (Savage), in relation to patent of 9000 acs. N’pton Co. In 1683 Thomas Coffin is mentioned w/wife Isabell (Hays) as parents to eldest daughter Anne, recipient of deed gift [one cow & calf] from grandfather Robert Hays. In 1684 Thomas Coffin is a witness to William Gilding’s will. In 1685, Robert Hays [father of Isabell Hays Coffin] leaves Thomas Coffin a steer. In 1688, there is a Patent for Rogue’s Island to John Burrus (Burroughs) and Thomas Coffin, and in 1691 Thomas Coffin and Isabell Coffin sell Rogue’s Island to John Wilkins, Jr.

I have traced my Crockett family line back to Tilmon Crockett b.1776?. He married Elizabeth Dennis in Franklin Co. Va. in 1796. He had a son John T. Crockett who was born in Botetourt Co. Va. After Elizabeth Dennis died he married a widow,Arminta Nicewander Waggoner in the 1830's. He is listed in the 1930 Va. census as living in Tazewell Co. Va. There are many Crockett's listed in the Tazewell and Wythville area but I cannot make a connection with any of those lines. I have seen information that a Crockett who had 6 sons had a connection with Tangier island and thought possibly Tilmon Crockett had a connection with them. If anyone has any information on Tilmon or his wife Elizabeth Dennis Please E-mail me at Davisce@wirefire.com.

Thank you Caprice Crockett Davis

I am researching the Hinman's and Parker's of Northampton and Accomack County. I really need help....I can go back as far as Tom Hinman mid 1800's and George Parker 1897. If anyone can help me I would be really greatful.

I am researching the Hinman's and Parker's of Northampton and Accomack County. I really need help....I can go back as far as Tom Hinman mid 1800's and George Parker 1997. If anyone can help me I would be really greatful.

In the 1850 Accomack County, St. George Parish census, there is a James Martin, age 17 and an Elizabeth Martin, age 23 living with a William L. Sturgis and family. Are they related and who are James and Elizabeth's parents.

LOOKING FOR INFORMATION ON WILLIAM J[T] TAYLOR,MURDERED DEC.16,1888 IN ACCOMACK CO. VA. BY HIS WIFE,VIRGINIA CHARLOTTE TAYLOR. HE IS MY GREAT GRANDFATHER.HIS FATHER WAS ASA H? TAYLOR,AN ACCOMACK FARMER.THE TRIAL RECORDS [11 PAGES] ARE LOCATED IN THE 1888 COURT RECORD BOOK AT THE ACCOMACK CO. COURTHOUSE[CLERK'S OFFICE]IF ANYONE IS INTERESTED. JOHN W. TAYLOR,WHO STARTED THE POTATO CANNING FACTORY IN ACCOMACK WAS WILLIAM J. TAYLOR'S NEPHEW.THERE IS AN EARLIER JOHN W. TAYLOR WHO WAS WITH THE CONFEDERATE FORCES ON THE EASTERN SHORE,AND WOUNDED AT WISERTS? POINT NEAR CHINCOTEAGE. IS THERE ANY CONNECTION BETWEEN THE CONFEDERATE JOHN W. TAYLOR,AND THE CANNING FACTORY J.W.TAYLOR? THANKS.

I need to find the descendants of a THOMAS ROGERS who married a NANCY CULTER in Accomack Co. 30 May 1785.

According to a published family genealogy this Thomas Rogers is the same one that was born in 1762 in Surry/Sussex Co. to Reuben Rogers and his wife, Elizabeth. I am trying to either prove or disprove that Thomas is or is not one in the same man.

Any help on these two families in Accomack would be greatly appreciated. Originally we were told that the name was CULLOR, but after checking the marrige records they say CUTLER.

Thanks. Eleanor

My mother's family name is DUNTON. Please tell me how EMILY JANE GODWIN DUNTON was related to the GOV. THOMAS NELSON of Virginia. If you could put me to the right web sites to research this, I would appreciate it. Thank you for your help. PR

My research has led me to believe that my SAMS ancestors had close ties to JOSEPH TAYLOR who had Eastern Shore of VA. (Accomack county)amcestry. Joseph Taylor ended up in Brown County, Ohio with decendants of Edward Sams.

Does anyone have any information about JOSEPH TAYLOR? I have no dates but it would be in the 1700-1800 range.

My wife and I have done a moderate amount of research on my Gillespie ancesters and would like to share our research with others. Is there a perferred format for posting on your site?

2nd attempt - Does anyone know the origin of Jacobus creek. Jacobus is a family name, and I'm just curious.

I am trying to identify the parents of JAMES VESSELS/WESSELS who resided on Fishers Island, Accomack Co. He married Elizabeth Tolley. He left a will c1754. There is some belief that his father was Gerardus Wessels of Maryland. Gerardus emigrated south from New Amsterdam where he was born to parents who were Dutch emigrants. Any help with this connection would be greatly appreciated.

I am also trying to make the link between the James Vessels noted above and a James Vessels from Maryland. The latter married Temperance Tippett in 1781 in Church Hill, Queen Anne Co., MD. The James noted above from Fishers Isalnd names a son James in his will. Until recently, this James, noted in his father's will, all but disappears from the records. All of his siblings can be tracted in Accomack Co. Is the James who wed Termperance Tippett our lost boy? Again, any help would be appreciated.

How and when did Parramore Island get it's name. I know that my ancestors the Parramore's lived across from there in Va. I was wondering if they owned the island at some time.

I am a decendant of Smith and Salley Wyatt of Northampton County, Virginia. They had 12 children, 6 boys and 6 girls. I am unable to find any information about them. Please help.

I am trying to find where to search for records and birth, Marriage for Cumberland County , Va . I am trying to find a marriage to a Mourning Robinson who was born 1801Cumberland To William Robinson and Frankie (Frannie) Winfree Robinson, and married a unknown Wyatt in abt 1819to 1824 . I haven't been able to find any listing for Cumberland county . Or know what towns are in Cumberland County . Thanks for all help. Sharon

I am trying to find where to search for records and birth, Marriage for Cumberland County , Va . Thanks , Sharon

Greetings, In looking at a map the other day, I saw a tributary of Hungars Creek called Jacobus Creek. Jacobus was my mother's family name, and I've never seen it anywhere else. I was curious if anyone knew the origin of the name here. Any info you have would be appreciated. Thank you

Who was Isaac Duncan,(b1755)? Was Isaac Duncan a son of James Duncan (d.1813 Accomack Co. VA), the widower, who married 18 Dec. 1790 the widow Mrs. Ann Moore? Was Isaac the father of William Duncan who married 2nd Elizabeth Bunting in 1828 Accomac?

Who was Isaac Duncan,(b1755)? Was Isaac Duncan a son of James Duncan (d.1813 Accomack Co. VA), the widower, who married 18 Dec. 1790 the widow Mrs. Ann Moore? Was Isaac the father of William Duncan who married 2nd Elizabeth Bunting in 1828 Accomac?

I have lost my record of when Ann Toft or Ann Taft came over to America and what ship she came on to the colonies around 1660. She came to Acoamock county, Virginia

My great grandmother was a Sarah Custis, she was born in about 1850, possibly in Virginia.

She married (Charles, Robert, Charles Robert, or Robert Charles King - take your pick, the oldest male of the family used one of the patterns -) in about 1870. The moved to Missouri at about that time. They had six sons, Ernest, Jack, James, Robert, Henry, and Charles Robert E. Lee King; My grandfather.

Sarah was supposed to be a direct relative of Martha (Washington).

Any help?

Thanks

Rollin

I would like the birth records for William F Colonna,Benjamin Allen Colonna and Monroe Clay Colonna.

Can anyone help me find the husband of MARY SAVAGE with children LITTLETON AND GEORGE. Her will was written 15 May 1770. Thanks

My name is Ruth Hill- email: rhill@accesswest.com.

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Message: Can anyone hwlp me find the husband of MARY SAVAGE, who has sons, LITTLETON and GEORGE? Mary's will was written 15 May 1770. Proved 15 Aug 1770. Thanks

Can anyone help me find the husband of MARY SAVAGE with children LITTLETON AND GEORGE. Her will was written 15 May 1770. Thanks

Is there any information on blacks owned by Welburn's? My family is from the eastern shores of virginia & delaware My gggggrandfather was Drummond Welburn born accomac va 1810 m Mary Gray born 1813 marriage took place 1832 12 children were born one being Cena Welburn Tyre my ggggrandmother. what I am truly searching for is a will by Welburn(Daniel?) dated 1818 freeing slaves re: seiney seney and Hanna I saw it once online, but didn't bookmark it. My family says Hanna was Drummond's mother and originally from Africa. Any help would be appreciated.

Does anyone know anything about te large house in what is called Guilford Neck? Accomack Co. Va on Ewell Road It has 2 huge fireplaces in it.

I am beginning research into Thomas Northam b. ca. 1776 in Accomack County per 1850 Guilford Co. NC census. Do not know parents or when he went to NC. However, it appears his children were b. in NC and that would be starting shortly after 1800. Census shows wife Elizabeth b. MD. ca. 1786 based on census age. Appreciate help and advice. Maureen

I am very interested in the Jones Family from Hampton/Northampton area. Namely Wilson Walker JOnes born in Hampton, Va. 1823. His father was John W. Jones who married Catherine Stockley Floyd. John JOnes, I believe was a farmer. Wilson Walker Jones was my husbands GGGrandfather and a very reknown person in our area. He was a Dr./ miner/ geologist/ and a very wealthy man. We are very interested in knowing about his father and mother. I am attempting to track his footsteps from Virginia to Arizona. Can anyone please help us? Thank-you Hope Family nmaes are as follows: Jones,Floyd, Teackle, Kendall, Stockley and the list goes on.

My line landed in Accomack County in 1687. Abraham Riggs age 13 and his brother Isaac Riggs age 15. Does anyone know where one can search to find the details of shipping that served Accomack County from England around this time? Anyone else researching this Riggs family starting in Accomack County? DHRiggsLondon@aol.com

Does anyone have any idea what happened to Henry Weiss? He was born in 1870 in Lehigh Co, PA. Married Alice Marshall in 1899 in Accomack Co. They divorced bet 1910 and 1920 then he just vanished. Can anyone hel?

Thanks, Pam

I think I'm looking for the impossible! I have been hunting for brothers who were said to have landed at Point Comfort (circa 1690-1715) Thomas (my line), Cornelius, John & another who's name I don't know. Surname was Manley (later Manly for my line).

Louise Manly (in a 1930 publication) states that the brothers landed at Point Comfort, later moving on to MD (checked there and have found nothing), later still to NC (again, my line) where I have established source documents for 1790 on.

Any ideas or suggestions of where to search would be most appreciated.

Cathy

I am trying to locate the burial place for WILLIAM HENSLEY. He would have died around 1672. How will I even begin to find his resting place??? He was born in England 1583 and came to America in 1622 or 1624. He lived and died in Northampton County. Darlene Styskal Hensley

my great grandfathers ancestors James Carruthers Born 1835 closeburn or guliesburn? dumfries married eliza ann Bobbett1847-1921 both died in sommerset east southafrica .their children jack1863-1951,arthur died1921,marian married arthur botton,william,robert oliver[bob]died1946 ,ethel,norman 1879-1952 married maude gowar,reginald,bertha jane,adeline. are you able to help many thanks Ian Carruthers

WARRINGTON Info. I am looking for the parents of my great grandmother CARRIE ELIZABETH WARRINGTON born Oct. 6, 1881 in Milton or perhaps Sussex Co. Delaware. She had two brothers William C. born in 1878 and Walter A. born in 1883. I seem to find plenty of Warringtons before 1820 in VA who moved to Sussex Co. DE but I cannot connect them to my great grandmother. I am 3000 miles away on the west coast and have been trying to search through the internet. Very frustrating. Any info would be greatly appreciated. Thanks

I would to get some information on Edward Gepp of Chelmsford, co Essex formerly of Black Notley. He was an Attorney-at-law; for many years a Lieutenant and paymaster of the Western Battalion Essex Militia; Died aged 65 on Monday 16 January 1797 and buried at Chelmsford. He had a son Thomas Frost Gepp who was also a Attorney-at-law who was born 16 April and baptised at Chelmsford 20 May 1767. Thomas was educated at Felsted School. I beleive that Edward Gepp married Ann daughter of William Robinson of Scarborough co York

Are the Wests of the old West Plantation on Deep Creek the same West decended from the Delaweres? would be grateful for any information

Does anyone know anything about a Harrison Lewis who built the skipjack Virginia W. in Guilford in 1904? The boat is being restored by the Port Kinsale Foundation and they know little about this builder.

Did you know any of the people who made the headstones at Capeville and Cape Charles cemeteries? Thought you might like to know my father Ernest J Hinman made most of the stones for his family.

Can you tell the genealogy of McCready on the Eastern Shore, VA?

Hello...Am looking for information on Martha Duet (bc1789) who married Azariah Mister 19 Aug. 1807 in Accomack Co.Va.....Any help in locating her and her family will be appreciated....Thank you....Ann

This is directed to Bill Wilkins. I just noticed, while searching my Benson line in MD whch connects to my Nowell/Noel/Noell family, that they are connected to the Gootee's. Do you have anything on these families, Benson and Nowell, I mean. The Nowells also connect with Jones and possible Warfield. Gilbert Nowell m/ (in AA Co. MD) Ann Jones who could possibly be Ann Warfield who first married Richard Jones. Gilbert later married Nancy Benson in Rowan Co. NC. Nancy connected to Daniel Benson. I have dates but not in front of me at this time. I believe the Nowell's also connect, somehow, with Abraham Clarke in MD. Can you shed some light on this for me? Thank you Nita Pearce New e-mail address cogram11@worldnet.att.net

This is directed to Bill Wilkins. I just noticed, while searching my Benson line in MD whch connects to my Nowell/Noel/Noell family, that they are connected to the Gootee's. Do you have anything on these families, Benson and Nowell, I mean. The Nowells also connect with Jones and possible Warfield. Gilbert Nowell m/ (in AA Co. MD) Ann Jones who could possibly be Ann Warfield who first married Richard Jones. Gilbert later married Nancy Benson in Rowan Co. NC. Nancy connected to Daniel Benson. I have dates but not in front of me at this time. I believe the Nowell's also connect, somehow, with Abraham Clarke in MD. Can you shed some light on this for me? Thank you Nita Pearce New e-mail address cogram11@worldnet.att.net

I am trying to find some information on Ellen Brewster who married William Frisby in VA. Both were born in the mid to late 1700's, William is said to have been born in England, but I don't know for sure. Does anyone have any information on them?

Where is Stratton Manor located in Northampton County? Woul appreciate any other information you can provide. Thanks, Betty

DRENNEN'S: Cape Charles, VA and from (orig) Sharptown, MD?

DRENNEN'S: Cape Charles, VA and from (orig) Sharptown, MD?

I am looking for information on my great-great grandfather. His name was William Mears of Mears, Virginia and he married Mary Olney or Onley of Olney or Onley Virginia. I am presuming they were married in the early 1800's. They had four children..Sarah, Anne, Mame and William Henry. Any information is appreciated.

My 8th great-grandfather, Edmund Beauchamp was sent to Sommerset County Md. in 1666 to become the first Clerk of that County. His father, of London was one of the financiers of the Mayflower. Does anyone know when Edmund first arrived in the colonies, on what ship he came or where he originally landed? Thank you so much for any information.

Bob Beauchamp

Hi, I am very new at this geneology.... Looking for info on William Henry Mears my great grandfather. I only know he was married Septemeber 17, 1876 to Anna Elizabeth Smith in Camden, NJ and died July 1, 1938. They had four children Ed, Mamie, Clara and Gertrude. I do remember my grandmother (Gertrude) telling me of the Mears family being from Virginia and I can recall her telling me of the Savage family also.....thats it. Any help is appreciated.

I am looking for information on John Parker who married Nancy Merritt. One of their children was Blanton Benjamin Parker, my great-great grandfather. Would love any info that could be shared with me. My grandmother used to tell me that John Parker was one of three brothers who lived in VA.

6/17/01 Looking for info on Texaco Town... article in Eastern Shore news in recent years which we failed to clip Can you help???

6/17/01 Looking for info on Texaco Town-remember in recent years an article in the Eastern Shore News but we failed to clip it... can you help???

June 17, 2001

I am looking for someone who would be willing to locate and take a picture of the gravestones, if they are there, of my great-grandfather, John Arthur Simkins, and my great-grandmother, Margaret S. (Fitchett) Simkins. I just found out from the Marshall's of Northampton County, VA, website that he is buried in Shirley Cemetery. He died about 1871 and she about 1876. I am descendent of their youngest child, John Arthur Simkins, Jr., born in 1866. I have been working on this line since 1972 and was up against a wall for any information on the Simkins family until I came across the GHOTES website and the Marshall's of Northampton County.

I live in Floresville, Texas, and it is not likely that I will be able to get there anytime soon to find it myself. I would greatly appreciate it if someone is willing to help me. I would gladly pay for any reasonable costs.

Thank you.

Ernest D. Young 603 Elm Floresville, TX 78114-2504

Is the Jester/Gester name or anything similar shown on any of Southy Littleton's lists? Thank you so much for any assistance!!

I am related to John R. and Amanda James of Belle Haven and Frank S and Minie Hyslop of Accomac. Anyone interested in comparing notes about these families contact me.

Can anyone tell me where the Colonna Cemetry is located in Northampton County? Trying to locate so of my husbands ancestors. Thanks Brenda

Jeremiah JEFFRIES b 1803 Culpeper may have been the s/o John JEFFRIES and Jane ?. I cannot find them anywhere. Jeremiah mar. Isabelle PULLIAM in 1826 and then family went to Lewis Co. Mo. Thanks a lot for any help.

The death certificate for my ancestor,Sallie Ann Fitchett Price, states that her parents were Custis Fitchett and Elizabeth A. Griffith. There are two marriages listed in Northampton county for an Elizabeth Griffith to a person named Fitchett: Robert Fitchett and Elizabeth Griffith (widow of William Griffith) in 1840 and Robert W. Fitchett and Elizabeth A. Griffith(ward of John H. Griffith) in 1850. There is no marriage record for a Custis Fitchett. Does anyone have any further information on the above named persons?

I am looking for any info on the Edwards family from Accomac,Va that have a connection with the 99 year lease of Manhattan,NY back in 1790. A, Thomas Nathanial Edwards to be the originator of this, please contact me at this email or at scarre1666@aol.com . Thankyou!!!

I am looking to confirm the HARMON/HARMAN/HARMAR line that came to Accomac in the early days of settlement. I am descended from GEORGE HARRISON HARMON born Jan. 5, 1778. He was the son of Henry Harmon. He died when George was about 11. My records show that George married AMELIA POLK, sixth daughter of CAPT. WILLIAM POLK who was head of the Accomac militia for about 8 years. Records that I find on this site tell me that AMELIA POLK married LITTLETON HARMON who was George's brother. I know for a fact that she married George because we have found the graves of George and Amelia in Chatham Co.,NC. They moved from Accomac about 1806. Can anyone help me with this confusion? Also, anyone with the line back from HENRY HARMON who was married to someone names SINAH ? could you please help me.

I'm looking for information on my gggrandparents Henry Carey and Emily Denson They are in Somerset County in the 1880 Census. At the time they have three (3) children George, Laura (my ggrandmother) and Sarah. Any information would be greatly appreciated. Thank you

PARKERS/Hi, looking relatives and information on my grandfather Jim Paker, from Painter or Keller I guess, grave is in Hollies Church I also think, his children were Richard Lee Parker, James Floyd Parker and Patsy Parker, married Elizabeth Ames from Puncoteague and Quimby. Thanks for any help at all on any of these people. Barbara Whitehead

After endless searching for the parents of Solomon Hays, born in NC in 1803, I came across a reference to his son, James P. Hayes, stating that his grandparents were Solomon Hays and Mary Wise, married in MD, and that Mary was a sister of Gov. Wise. I found a church record in Montgomery County, MD for the marriage of Mary Wise and Solomon Hays in 1781, but could find no other documentation. Since there was no Governor Wise of MD, I'm assuming J.P. meant Henry A. Wise of VA. Does anyone know if Henry had a sister named Mary? Since he was born in 1806, there would be quite a split in their ages, but that isn't unusual even now. Could be a half sister. Could even be an aunt. There's always the possibility that the interviewer misunderstood. Any help at all would be greatly appreciated. Two years of chipping at the mortar to topple the Solomon Hays brick wall, and what do I get? Another Solomon Hays....

How many miles are there between the Arlington House (Old Plantation Creek) and the present day town of Pungoteague.

What is the nearest town to the Arlington House?

I happened onto this site about DISHAROON. Maybe it will be of help.

http://communities.msn.com/disharoongenealogy/

I happened onto this site about DISHAROON. Maybe it will be of help.

What town today is the Old Plantation Creek near?

As I understand it Old Plantation was the first settlement on the Eastern Shore. Founded by Thomas Dale in 1614.

Is this correct? Thank You,

Jim

I was born on Chincoteague Island in 1949 but my father died when I was eighteen months old. Are there copies of local census reports that are posted to the internet or available to be reviewed on micro-fiche? I am trying to trace my family but without much success.

well I am looking for info on the Bonewell's I know they were in accomack co! But they may have come from Maryland also! does any one have Any info!!!! Thanks!!! Raven

I am searching the geanology of the Bull family, my fraternal grandmother's people, living in the Melfa-Cashville area. I have been able to trace back to James R. Bull, married to Susanah R. Chandler in 1848, but can find no death or birth records for him. Family lore says his middle name was Ramsey, but it's possible it was Rogers. Can any one help?

I am researching the Rolley family from the Eastern Shore. My Great Grandfather, George A. Rolley, was born in 1867 and he died in 1939. He was married to Anna Philips. Upon her death he remarried a Francis Widgeon, who, I think, died in the late 1960's. His father was Raymond Rolley (1836-1915). He was married to Clara Costin Rolley. Raymond's father and mother's names were William and Mary Rolley. I have some good information taken from a family bible and would be willing help anyone with their research. I would be glad to hear from anyone who knows anything about my great grandfather and his ancestors.

I am looking for any of my family members on the Eastern Shore. Father's name- Stewart Lee Lankford b. March 1, 1933.I think that there are 2 uncles Bill Lankford and James Lankford. Any help would be greatly appreciated.

I am attempting to find out where I can get information on why the area on the east side of route 13 near Melfa is called Texaco Town. I read something in the paper once, but have forgotten. Any help would be appreciated

I am looking for information on Willsons who migrated to Delaware. There were several brothers who settled along the Broadkill in Sussex Co. who supposedly came from Scotland, but it could be the Eastern Shore. Any info appreciated.

AM LOOKING FOR MY FAMILY IN WASHINGTON DC, MIDDLEBURG VA AND FEDRICKSBURG VA. MY GRAND FATHER CAME FROM WASHINGTON DC HIS NAME IS JAMES OUITANCE ROBINSON BORN IN 1875 HIS FATHER'S NAME WAS THOMAS ROBINSON HIS MOTHERS NAME WAS MARTHA MY GRAND FATHER HAD BROTHERS AND SISTERS AND THEIR NAMES ARE LUKE ROBINSON , ARTHUR ROBINSON THOMAS ROBINSON, WALLANCE ROBINSON, ELIJAH ROBNSON, ELIZA ROBINSON,C OLUMBUS ROBINSON, EMMA ROBINSON AND CARRIE ROBINSON THEY MOVED FROM WASHINGTON DC TO CULPEPER VA PLEASE IF YOU KNOW ANYTHING ABOUT MY PEOPLE AND IF YOU ARE RELATED IN ANY PLEASE LET ME KNOW MY SISTERS AND I HAVE BEEN TRYING TO FIND OUT ALL WE CAN AND MEET OUR FAMILES THAT WE DON'T KNOW AND KNOW WE ARE TRYING TO MAKE A BIG FAMILY TREE SOMETHING THAT WILL LAST THANKING YOU IN ADVANCE. FRANCES T ROBINSON

Seeking information regarding John Carruthers born 1800 or 1801 in VA. Father from Ireland and mother from Scotland. Moved with children to Ohio then Iowa in 1841. Children included John Sullivan Carruthers (1837-?) Married Mary Warrington; and James Carruthers (1830-1902) married Catherine Lymingstull then Mary E. Manning.

Would kindly appreciate any information

Looking for information on Barnes Family. I have information that says Jonathan and Sally Barnes in ACCOMAC were the parents of Levin Barnes who later moved to Brooms Island MD. I would like to know the names of family to further expand my family tree. For instance who was the father of John Barnes. (Early 1800s) Was this Parker Barnes family? Any available information would be appreciated. Ed

My great grandfather, William Edward (Paul) JONES was born February 15, 1830 in Accomack County, VA; he was the oldest child of Dr. Hiram and Harriet JONES. William came to California in 1849 and ended up in the gold fields, and eventually became a hotel/saloon proprietor.

The California history is pretty clear; but I have no information on Dr. Hiram and Harriet Jones of Accomack. Can anyone help? Thanks!

I'm trying to track down my grandfather's name, place of birth, etc. It's difficult because he left when my father was about 4 years old. His name was Clarence Northam, born around 1885-1888. I have two possibilities going. He was either born to Frank Lee Northam and Mary E. Johnson (?Scott), in Middlesex, Conn., on January 26, 1888. Or to William H. Northam and Sarah (Sallie) Frances Dearth-Northam, in Jefferson County, Indiana, on December 26, 1885. Thanks for any information.

I have been trying to locate information on my grandfather(Thomas Powell. He was originally from Quinby,Va. He was born around 1888 or1889. He married Rebecca (Becky)Cherrix of Chincoteague, Va. I am looking for his father and mother's name. I have the names of his sisters.

My mother was born in White Stone, VA. I can't seem to find it. Do you know where it might be located. She said she grew up near Chincatague (sp)also near Richmond.

Any help you can provide would be appreciated.

Joann Goddard

My name is Sa-Rah and I was born and raised in N.Y.C. and now live in California. I am just beginning my family research on my family's side of the family. My great-grandfather was James (b. 1856) in Virginia (and subsequently moved to Philadelphia), his father was Samuel and his mother was Matilda Stephens. I had an Uncle Louis Bibbins (b. late 1800's) who may have lived in Cape Charles in the 1960's and 1970's and he may have a daughter.

I thank you in advance for your assistance and I am more than willing to share any information I have to assist others in their research.

Thank you.

A WILLIAM JAMES gave a statement Nov. 1832 that Delia Ball of Accomac Co. was over 21 years and able to marry Thomas Russell. Does anyone know the connection between William James and Delia Ball?

I would appreciate your responding directly to me.

Thanks, Clare clp8@Juno.com

Awhile back I submitted my Parker line from Southampton, England to Accomack County (1649), Virginia. I see it has never been added to this site. Do you have to become a member to have you Eastern Shore people posted on this site? Howard

I read of the Vaughan Baker manuscript at this site. What is that manuscript, and where can it be found?

LOOKING FOR INFOR. ON THE FOLLOWING AFRO-AMERICAN FAMILIES: CHANDLER,COLLINS, COSTON, SAVAGE, UPSHUR, JOHNSON, FROM NORTHAMPTON CTY.

Where can I get a list of researchers for hire to do some tracing for me? The time period is 1625-1750 in Virginia.

I am looking for information on a John Mahon, who came to america on the east coast, I have not found where he is buried, I have a listing of his children on, but not his wifes name or anymore information about him, I do know most of his children were born in Pittsylvania County Virginia, Could you help me to locate more information about him and his wife.

I am looking for information on the Luker name on the eastern shore. I just returned from a trip there to do research at the Eastville courthouse and found some information. However, I am specifically looking for ancestors and descendants of one Joseph Luker who married Laura ??? and bore a son named Joseph Burette Luker. JB Luker ended up in TN but I can't find the route the family took to miagrate from VA to TN. I suspect NC and or GA fit in some way but not sure.

We are pleased to announce the reactivation of The Eastern Shore Chapter of The United Daughters of The Confederacy. If you would like to honor your Confederate Ancestor, please email or call (665-1413) for more details. Great Website!

I don't see any mention of the Byrd or Groton families. Lived near Hallwood. Groton Town and what is now called Skin Point, and near Mearsville, I believe. Both were my Grandparents names. They were prominent citizens of the time.... There is a Byrd cemetary in our yard. How can I submitt pictures of Graves etc. June

I'm looking for any information about the history of a house originally located in Willis Wharf, VA and relocated by barge in the early 1970's to Lower Marlboro, MD. It is dated circa 1743, with other additions in the late 1700's.

You can find a photo at the top of the page here: http://calvert-county.com/past-6.htm

Thanks, Dave

I'd like to verify tha marriage and find the ancestors of John Fletcher Duncan,b.1833 probably in Accomac, and Virginia Taylor Morgan,b.1837 in Va. They were in Baltimore by the 1860 census. Here's my best guess so far. Clair Descendants of Thomas DUNCAN My Duncan line, I’m theorizing, went from Thomas to Isaac to William to James To John Fletcher to John Hugh Roy. I’m including all siblings in the message . Any input appreciated.

First Generation

1. Thomas DUNCAN was born in 1710 in Worcester Co, Md. He died in 1762.

Thomas married Elizabeth.

They had the following children:

+ 2 M i. James DUNCAN was born in 1735 and died will in 1813.

3 M ii. Thomas DUNCAN was born in 1730.

Second Generation

2. James DUNCAN (Thomas) was born in 1735. He died will in 1813 in Accomac co, Md..

James married Ann MOORE.

They had the following children:

+ 4 M i. Isaac DUNCAN was born in 1755.

5 M ii. Eli DUNCAN was born in 1760 in Accomac Co, Va..

+ 6 M iii. Jesse DUNCAN Sr. was born in 1766.

7 M iv. Meshak DUNCAN was born in 1768 in Accomac Co, Va..

+ 8 M v. James DUNCAN Jr. was born in 1772.

9 F vi. Leah DUNCAN was born in 1773 in Accomac Co, Va.. Leah married John SANFORD in Accomac Co, Va..

10 F vii. daughter DUNCAN. daughter married Nethanial BYRD in Accomac Co, Va..

11 F viii. Sally DUNCAN was born in 1777 in Accomac Co, Va..

12 F ix. Rachel DUNCAN was born in Accomac Co, Va.. Rachel married Bennett MASON in Accomac Co, Va..

Third Generation

4. Isaac DUNCAN (James, Thomas) was born in 1755.

He had the following children:

+ 13 M i. William DUNCAN was born in 1787.

6. Jesse DUNCAN Sr. (James, Thomas) was born in 1766 in Accomac Co, Va..

Jesse married (1) Keziah.

Jesse and Keziah had the following children:

14 F i. Nancy DUNCAN was born in 1785 in Accomac Co, Va.. Nancy married William AILWORTH.

15 M ii. Edmund DUNCAN was born in 1785 in Accomac Co, Va.. Edmund married Sarah BYRD.

16 M iii. Jesse DUNCAN Jr. was born in Accomac Co, Va.. Jesse married Peggy BLOXOM.

17 M iv. William DUNCAN was born in 1793 in Accomac Co, Va.. William married Sally.

18 M v. James K. DUNCAN was born in 1796 in Accomac Co, Va.. James married Parmelia MASON.

19 F vi. Hetty DUNCAN was born in 1799 in Accomac Co, Va..

20 M vii. Meshack DUNCAN was born in 1800 in Accomac Co, Va.. Meshack married Critty NORTHAM on 4 Mar 1825.

21 F viii. Elizabeth DUNCAN was born in 1812 in Accomac Co, Va.. Elizabeth married Robert CHESSIRE.

22 F ix. Mary DUNCAN was born in 1814 in Accomac Co, Va.. Mary married Thomas scott.

Jesse also married (2) Elizabeth JENKINS.

8. James DUNCAN Jr. (James, Thomas) was born in 1772 in Accomac Co, Va..

James married (1) Nancy DIX.

They had the following children:

23 M i. John H. DUNCAN was born in 1813 in Accomac Co, Va..

James also married (2) A. DELATACIOUS.

Fourth Generation

13. William DUNCAN (Isaac, James, Thomas) was born in 1787 in Accomac co, Md..

William married Elizabeth BUNTING.

They had the following children:

+ 24 M i. James DUNCAN was born in 1813.

25 M ii. Edmund C. DUNCAN was born in 1817. He died will in 1848.

26 M iii. Noah G. DUNCAN was born in 1818. Noah married Louisa MILLIGAN on 4 Nov 1840 in Accomac Co, Va..

27 F iv. Jane T. DUNCAN. Jane married Edward MATTHEWS.

28 F v. Charlotte DUNCAN.

29 M vi. William T. DUNCAN was born in 1826. William married Mary LANG.

30 M vii. John DUNCAN.

Fifth Generation

24. James DUNCAN (William, Isaac, James, Thomas) was born in 1813.

James married Elizabeth GARRISON in 1834. Elizabeth was born in 1814.

They had the following children:

+ 31 M i. John Fletcher DUNCAN was born 1833?.

Sixth Generation

31. John Fletcher DUNCAN (James, William, Isaac, James, Thomas) was born 1833? in Maryland.

John married Virginia Taylor MORGAN? by1860 census. Virginia was born in 1837 in Maryland.

They had the following children:

32 F i. Martha DUNCAN was born in 1854.

33 M ii. James DUNCAN was born in 1857.

34 M iii. Henry DUNCAN was born in 1858.

35 F iv. Mary DUNCAN was born in 1860 in VA.

+ 36 M v. John Hugh Roy Scott DUNCAN was born on 11 Nov 1866 and died on 20 Oct 1950.

37 M vi. Eugene DUNCAN was born in 1867.

38 F vii. Virginia DUNCAN was born in 1869.

Seventh Generation

36. John Hugh Roy Scott DUNCAN (John Fletcher, James, William, Isaac, James, Thomas) was born on 11 Nov 1866 in Balt. Md. He died on 20 Oct 1950 in Balt. Md and was buried in Loudin Park, Balt. Md..

John married (1) Mary Alice SANNER, daughter of Isaac S. SANNER and Leonora.

They had the following children:

39 M i. Roy Singleton DUNCAN died in 1975 and was buried in Loudin Park, Balt. Md.. Roy married Myrtle E. Myrtle died on 29 Mar 1960 and was buried in Loudon Park Balt. Md.

40 M ii. Arthur Sanner DUNCAN died in 1919 and was buried in Loudin Park, Balt. Md.. Arthur married Nina.

John also married (2) Rosaline Rust HALL, daughter of George Washington HALL and Jane (Jennie) NORWOOD, on 14 Apr 1897 in Trinity Church(Episcopal), Balt., MD. Rosaline was born on 8 Nov 1868 in Baltimore, Md.. She died Mar ch 1927 in Baltimore, Md. and was buried in Loudin Park, Balt. Md..

They had the following children:

41 F iii. Mildred Virginia DUNCAN was born on 28 Jun 1898 in Balt. Md. She died on 7 Feb 1986 in Herndon, Va. and was buried on 10 Feb 1986 in Loudin Park Cemetery Balt Md. Mildred married William Louis RIVERS, son of Joseph RIVERS and Rebecca GENSLER, in 1936. William was born Oct. 31, 1902? in Phila Pa.?. He died in 1956 in Phila Pa.? and was buried Phila Pa.

Read the Scarborough file, how can I get copies of the passenger list that were used for land grants ? 1655-1665 looking for Teague,Darby Norah Riggin/reagen/ragen etc. I have a note from Norah to Capt. How of the Daniell ,where Scarborough had her removed.

Anyone have info on Teage Riggin or Darby Riggin the ship they came on around 1660-65 ?

Les

Looking for Ellis family of Franklin or Greenbackville Acc. Co. Va, on the Md. Va border. His isa buried in the Union Church Yard, Church Burned down? Do you know where church records are? Any info on William H. Ellis and Wife Eliza Elizabeth Truelove Ellis. Please help Dale Ellis ggggrand son

I'm planning to come to Oak Hall in June, 01, I'm now living in CA. My father's family is from Oak Hall, my great grandparents on both sides are interred at Downings on RT 13. I could use some research help in Oak Hall as I'm new at this. I know there were a lot of Taylors back then, my great grandparents are John Skinner Taylor & Mary Taylor, Benjamin & Rida Hall. Also aunts & uncles are interred at Downings, Will Mason being one of them. Thanks, Red Taylor

I just discovered that my great-grandfather was born in Norfolk, VA. His name was George W. McGinnis and I assume he may have been born around the mid 1800's since my grandmother was born in 1881. Any suggestions to continue the search or help would be greatly appreciated. Thank you.

Looking for parents of ADELIA (Delia) BALL, b. 1804/5 Eastern Shore. She had a brother LUTHER BALL who supposedly owned a tavern in Eastern Shore. LUTHER married ESTHER WHEELER in Accomac Co. in 1826. Thanks for any direction. Clare

What happened to the Diane Lewis file that was posted earlier? I can't find it on the current site.

Best regards to fellow Ghotes.

I am looking for the whereabouts of my father, Ernest Lee Colonna. I do not know where to look to see if he is alive or has passed away. He grew up in Wachapreague, Virginia. He would be in his late 60s now. If anyone has any information or know where I could look to see if he has passed away, please let me know.

I am searching for any information about Ezekiel Joines, born about 1726. He settled in Wilkes County, NC about 1780. I think he could be related to the Joynes family from the Eastern Shore.

any information concerning Asa Dixon Wilson,Sr. (born 9/20/1873) son of William J. Wilson (born 2/4/1848 and Forence Elizabeth (maiden name unknow)or Mary Anna Justice daughter of Thomas Henry Justice (born 3/24/1835 and Elizabeth Jane Bell born (7/15/1840). I think Mary Ann Justice was from Northhampton County and Asa Wilson was from Accomac County.

any website addresses that would direct us to any information of this era on Eastern Shore would be appreciated.

I am seeking ancestry of JOHN GILLETT. He married Elizabeth Patterson Ramsey of Accomack Co., widow with two daughters. She was the daughter of Wm. Patterson. Her daughters, Isabell and Mary Ramsey were by her first husband Bernard Ramsey. John Gillett lived at White Oak Rover, Onslow Precenct, NC and held a grant in 1728. So, the marriage would have been prior to that date. Records show he lived near the Houstons, Ramseys, and Pattersons in the time frame 1700-1728. John died in 1753. Perhaps you have the key to finding out who John GILLETT was? We are trying to connect him to the Gilletts of CT....three brothers who arrived from England in 1600's. Any information is appreciated.

I CAN'T FIND ANY INFO ON MY GREAT G GRANDPARENTS. THEY WERE SUPPOSE TO BE FROM NORTHAMPTON COUNTY & WENT TO LIVE IN NORFOLK. THERE NAMES I THINK WERE DR. THOMAS MOORE & LIZZIE MOORE. THE ONLY REFERENCE I'VE BEEN ABLE TO FIND IS THEIR SON'S OBIT THAT SAID HE WAS THE SON OF DR. THOMAS MOORE OF NORFOLK, NO MENTION OF HIS MOTHER. THEIR SON WM. ARLINGTON MOORE DIED IN FLORIDA IN 1925. I FOUND A LETTER WRITTEN BY AN AUNT DATED MAY 1885,STATING HOW FEEBLE DR. MOORE LOOKED SINCE THE SUDDEN PASSING OF MRS. MOORE. I'M ASSUMING HE DIED THAT SAME YEAR OR THE NEXT. THEY SUPPOSEDLY ATTENDED ST. PAUL'S ESPISCOPAL CHURCH IN NORFOLK. I'VE FOUND NO GRAVES FOR ANY MOORE'S IN NORFOLK IN THOSE YEARS. THEIR WAS A MARY DOUGLAS MOORE IN PORTSMOUTH AROUND 1932 THAT WAS SUPPOSE TO BE A RELATIVE, BUT HAVE HAD NO LUCK FINDING HER EITHER. CAN ANYBODY RECALL THIS PERSON OR BEVERLY MORGAN OWENS WHO WAS A COUISN OF HERS AND MYSELF? I BELIEVE SHE LIVED IN THE PARK VIEW SECTION OF PORTSMOUTH. I'VE HIT A BRICK WALL ON THE MOORE FAMILY, CAN ANYONE HELP?? THANKS, PAM BYRD

In the photo album of Eva Justis, there is a photo of a group of girls, one row standing, and one row kneeling, I believe it is the third photo, can't remember. There is a girl in the second row kneeling, last one on the right..can someone tell me her name? Thank you..Sharon

Please be so king and send me some information about potatoe growing History in Virginia area. Maybe you can point out the web pages, if possible.

Regards Ilze Masulee

I am a direct descendent of Bartholomew Mear I (b. about 1641 - d 1682) and am in need of identifying any descendents who may have served in the Civil War. I have a listing of several Mears rebels but am unable to determine if they are from the same family. Abel Thomas Mears (b. 1823 - d 1888) is among my ancestors but I have not been able to determine if he or any of his siblings may have served. I'd appreciate any help which may be provided.

I am searching for the family of MATTHEW COOK. During the Revolutionary War, he was a cabin boy aboard the Fair American Liberty. Michael James was the Captain of the ship and took Matthew to see the surrender at Yorktown. In his Revolutionary War pension application, MATTHEW COOK said he was born in Northampton County, Virginia, and lived there until after the Revolution.

Can you tell me anything on Maggie Baggley or Jenny Smith of Northampton County

I am interested in the Lisney connection found here. Notably Ralph and Mary Lisney circa 1727. I think I know which Ralph this is:   Ralph LISNEY Sex:  M Marriage(s): Spouse:  Mary Mrs LISNEY Marriage:  Abt. 1699 Of, Accomack, Virginia

Interestingly I believe they had already married in London, England 2 years before:

  Ralph LISNEY Sex:  M Marriage(s): Spouse:  Mary CROWLAND Marriage:  5 Dec 1697 Saint Dunstan, Stepney, London, England

Hence her referred to as Mrs mary Lisney. Not sure why they would have another marriage ceremony in USA?.

I guess that Ralph came from a family of Mill owners but have not idea how/ why he moved to Virginia.

I also see the later son Lisney Gootee! Interesting as I have seen the Lisney surname (not a common one ;-) used as a first name before. For a few females in Columbia and Spain. I wondered if it was perhaps common for slaves to take the name of their owners? Or through marriage etc.

Anyway any ideas of any sources for records of people arriving in thhe US, Virginia around this time would be appreciated. And any information on where abouts they lived.

My email is:

simon@lisney.co.uk

ps Lisney is most likely a Norman French name arriving in England in 1066 and most are found historically in Surrey/ Sussex and London area.

I'm looking for Martha Marshall that married John Edwards. They had at least one son named Edward Edmond Edwards b. abt. 1834. May have lived in New Jersey or New York. Any info greatly appreciated.

I would like to Know some history of my family in Powahatan V.A the last names being Harris and Scruggs and are genilogical make up, or ancestors

I'm trying to find out which Carmack ancestors that are related to me are burie in Virgina. my father was Ira Dick Carmack,his father was Joseph Mark Carmack, his father was John Wilson Carmack, his father was John Wesley Carmack, his father was Cornelius Carmack II,his father was William Carmack I. Are any of these names in yourfiles? Thank you, Sandra Carmack Atchison: sga00@msn.com

Seeking ancestors of Elizabeth Sterling,b. c1721, married Francis Neblett ~1742, Accomack Co., Va. Elizabeth was probably related to the Sterlings of Somerset, MD but can't prove it.

Looking for ideas - sources to confirm Sir THOMAS JOHNSON of Liverpool was in Eastville area c. 1700-1710 and married ELIZABETH WHITTINGTON with issue WHITTINGTON JOHNSON (b. 1709 Eastville).

In Accomac County in the town of New Church, VA, on November 12, 1889, Roland Francis Payne was born to parents, Edward Silverthorne Payne and Virginia A. Johnson. I am interested in learning the parents of both Virginia and Edward any help will be appreciated. Does any one know any thing about this Silverthorne-Payne-Johnson connection? THANKS

I am looking for historical information on Atlantic VA, Please include if possible information regarding slaves and slave owners. I would also appreciate information on free blacks their occupations and any property they may have owned. Lasr but not least the names of any black schools or churches in Atlantic.

I would also appreciate the names and e-mail address of any GHOTES members who are researching this kind of information.

Are there any members of color who would have knowledge of this kind.

Will you be having a convention this year?

i'm looking for any info or website a bout the effect of french revolution on the english novle and socity.i would like to recive the info before the 10th of April.thanks.

i'm looking for any info or website a bout the effect of french revolution on the english novle and socity.i would like to recive the info before the 10th of April.thanks.

seabronze, if the question is in regard to THURGOOD marshall, perhaps a simple web search would work. my question is, shouldn't you be doing the research? and it's not thanx. it's thanks......now get busy and do your own homework. you only have a few days left. good luck, chuck

Looking for ancestors of Elizabetg Sterling, b c1721, who married Francis Neblett about 1742 Accomack Co., Va. Sterlings found in nearby Somerset Co., MD. I assume that her ancesters came from there but have no proof. Thanks.... Ken

i would like to gather information about Thorogood Marshall for a school project. i need information about his life his career and how this might have possibly affected the lives of all. i need to know if this had an adverse affect on society or not. i would also like to gather information about a female african american lawyer who was the first african american female to plead a case in front of the Supreme court. her name is Violet(te) Neatly Anderson. today is March 29, 2001. if you could get me this information within a few days i would greatly appriciate your help. also if you have any pictures of the two people that i requested information about if you could send those pictures i would greatly appriciate your help. thanx Seabronze

My SAVAGE family was in Worcester Co., MD as early as 1800, and then moved on to Sussex Co., DE. I've heard various stories about Thomas B. Savage (b ca 1799), and how his family migrated from Accomack Co., VA during the 1700s. I have set up a webpage with some details of this SAVAGE family at: http://homestead.com/wamills/savage.html

Looking for other SAVAGE family researchers who have ties to Worcester Co., MD or Sussex Co., DE.

Take care,

Bill

I'm looking for the e-mail address for Jean Mihalyka's Bible index. RUTH WILLIAM'S GAVE ME AN ADDRESS, BUT IT DOESN'T WORK. SHE GAVE ME HTTP://WWW.ESVA.NET/GHOTES/MIHALYKABIBLEINDEX.HTM

I am looking for any information on the location of what would have been White's Marsh. It would have been on the Bayside somewere between Bloxom and Pungoteague. Any help would be appreciated.

To Whom it May Concern:

My wife, Melissa, and I are trying to track down old copies of an Eastern Shore of VA newspaper, and we were wondering if you might have any leads for us. Melissa's mother's birthday is coming up. Her father (Melissa's grandfather), who died about 20 years ago was a journalist and started out at the Eastern Shore News in Onancock, VA. We thought it would be a great idea to find an issue or two of the paper from around the time he first started with an article or articles he wrote. His name was Emory Dobson and he apparently started writing for the Eastern Shore News in the fall of 1945. I know that's quite a while ago. Any suggestion you might have would be greatly appreciated.

Sincerely,

Daman Irby

Looking for information on Southy(sud) Bell,banjo player on hog island and his parents and grandparents. I am also interested in his wife, Nancy Thornton Bell and her parents. If anyone has any info, please send my way!! thanks:)

My greatgrandfather was Southy(SUD) Bell, who played Banjo on Hogg Island. I am trying to search for his descendents but i have been unsuccessful thus far. If you have any information, please send me an email. Thanks.

Chris Moore's book, The Loyalists, talks of Lord Dunmore tiny loyal enclave in VA. Believe my gggggf, Michael Dunfield, may have been one of the loyalist troops there from Ft. Dunmore (Pit). He later joins the Royal Fencilbles Regiment in Boston and serves in NS, Canada for the rest of the war..

My wife is Charlotte Clark Yeatts, daughter of Ralph Clark borned in 1901 in New Jersey and Arah Moore Clark, borned on 1908,Chincoteauge, VA. Looking for information on the Moore family, Archie Daniel Moore and William Brinkley Moore. Thanks

Do you have info regarding decendants of Edward Thomas Mears? Wachapreague, Va.

I am seeking any info on Elizabeth Anne Birch/Burch of Accomac County Virginia. Elizabeth was born abt. 1825 and married Parker Thornton of Accomac County abt. 1845. Their children were John J., Maria, William, Ester, Jane, Mary E. (Sarah), Alfred and Benjamin Thornton. Elizabeth and Parker lived in Chincoteague Va. Any info about Elizabeth and her parents will be greatly appreciated. Thank You.

DOES ANYBODY KNOW WHERE NATHANIEL LITTLETON AND HIS WIFE ANN SOUTHEY LITTLETON ARE BURIED? SOME RESEARCHERS SAY HE DIED IN ACCOMAC CO. AND OTHERS SAY HE DIED AT NANDUA CREEK IN NORTHAMPTON CO.

We have had some great responses from GHOTES on Charles Birch. Here is what we know to date: CHARLES H. BIRCH was born in Worchester County, MD. At age 24 he wwas living in Accomack County (Chincoteague) and working as an oysterman. It was there he married JANNIE E. BLOXOM. Jannie was 16 as of the date of their marriage: 22 April 1891. JW Turner performed the ceremony. Jannie is the daughter of Martha A. and John W. Bloxom. CHARLES IS THE SON OF JOHN E. BIRCH AND ELIZABETH ?. Most of the data was found in Marriage Records of Accomack County, VA 1854-1895. I was also provided the phone number of a Birch at Chincoteague to call...which we will do shortly. Thanks to everyone and we will keep you posted on what we find.

I'm looking for the family of Suzanne Bales (Robert -pronounced RowBear-Robert was her name before her adoption by her mothers second husband)Suzanne has an Aunt (Y. Dutton) in the Florida area. I met them in the Northampton area in late 1967 and have since lost track of them. This is in connection with the Corbin files found in the MilesFiles. Suzanne was married to Arnold T. Corbin. I'm hoping to put another branch and more information to what I've forwarded so far! Thomas says Mrs. Dutton is his great Aunt but I don't think it's from his fathers side. Are there any named Robert in the area? Or Dutton?

Hello Ghotes....I saw these Parker burial plots listed in you site. They draw interest because I am a Parker and Parker Researcher for those in the Eastern Shore of Va. & Md.(1649-1900's). Would anyone have any information on these below? If so, please email me. Looking for photo's, letters, Bibles, locations..anything on the Parker's. These below would be probaly in either Accomack or Northampton Co's. Thanks!

Parker Cemetery Parker Grave Parker Place Parker Plot Parker-Bobtown Parker-Core

any plan yet as to when and where the next ghotes conference will be held? ....thanks, chuck

Margret McFARLAND,any relationships,freinds pix or any information about my long (unknown) great great granmother.

I am a descendant of Oscar Henry Smith and Helen Belle Savage Smith of Jamesville. They both passed away in the late 70's. I was surprised not to see anything about the Smith family on this site. I have quite a family tree that a distant cousin was into researching years ago. I'd be interested in seeing what others have to compare to what I have. I will be showing this site to my mother, Julia Belle Smith Wood, who I am sure will recognize many people on this site. If you knew my mother, please email me, she would be interested in hearing from you! Thanks, Jane Wood

I am looking for the parents and siblings to Jackson E.Hall b. 9/1872 in Accomack, VA and Laura Carey b. 1/1877 in Crisfield, MD. Jackson lived in VA until this marriage to Laura. They had several children of their own. Any information on Jackson or Laura parents and/or siblings would greatly be appreciated.

I have traced my ancestors Guilford Richards and Lucy A. Wharton Richards through census records and know that he was born around 1820 and she in 1823 somewhere in VA. But I have hit a brick wall because only heads of households are listed in the 1830 census. Can you give me direction as to how I can get around this obsticle? I'm trying to figure out if Richards came from England or Wales. So it would be helpful to find a book that explains the immigration patterns of settlement in the state. Can you recommend such a record?

we are looking for info on Margaret Ritchie 7-5-1790 died March 11, 1882. She was born in Virginia we do not know where. Anyway we can find out where she was born and who her parents where.

Researching the following surnames: PARKER, ELZEY, CADE & BARLOW in England 1500-1649 to PARKER, TRUITT, DRYDEN, SELBY & COTTINGHAM connections in Virginia and Maryland 1649-1900's.

WILLIAM PARKER, b. abt. 1500 in Southampton, Hampshire, England m. abt. 1526 in Southampton, Hampshire, England d. ? Spouse: ? Children:

GEORGE PARKER, b. abt. 1527 in Southampton, Hampshire, England m. 1552 in Southampton d. ? Spouse: Margaret Carpenter b. abt. 1534 in Southampton Children: John,William, George,Margery,Margaret,Agnes,Henry & Thomas Parker

JOHN PARKER, b. abt. 1563 in Southampton m. abt. 1587 in Southampton d. Sept. 1612 in St.Lawrence, Southampton Spouse: Marie Gerard b. abt. 1569 in Southampton Children: George,Wyllam,Elizabeth,Rafe,Frances.

GEORGE PARKER, b. 16 dec. 1592 in St.Michael's, Southampton m. 13 Oct. 1619 in St.Michael's, d. 09 May 1639 in St.Lawrence, Southampton Spouse(s): Abigail Barlow (2nd wife) b. 1599 in Southampton Parents: Edward Barlow & Joan Rishton _____ Elzey (1st wife) Children:George,Robert,Abigail,Edward,Thomas,William,Anne,John,Elisabeth & Margery.

GEORGE PARKER, b. 09 Dec.1620 in Southampton m. abt. 1655 in Accomac Co., Virginia d. 07 Oct. 1674 in Accomac Co., Va. Spouse: Florence Cade b. abt. 1635 in Southampton d. ? in Accomac co., Va. Children: JOHN,George,Philip,Charles,Abigail,Catherine,Anne,Priscilla,Sarah,Betty,Henry,Margaret, Richard.

JOHN PARKER, b. 01 Dec. 1665 in Accomac Co., Va. m. abt. 1680 in Somerset co., Md. d. 12 Jan. 1731 in Somerset co., Md. Spouse: Tabitha Truitt b. aft. 1660 in Accomac Co., Va. d. 04 October 1745 in Worcester Co., Md. Children: JOHN,George,Tabitha,Philip,Eleanor,Sarah,Leah,Samuel,Schoolfield,Benjamin & CHARLES.

JOHN PARKER, b. abt. 1699 in Somerset Co., Md. m. abt. 1729 in Somerset co., Md. d, ? Spouse: Ann Parker?

CHARLES PARKER, b. abt. 1730 in Somerset Co., Md. m. abt. 1751 in Snow Hill, Worcester Co., Md. d. 1788 in Snow Hill Spouse: Ann Selby b. abt. 1735 in Somerset Co., Md. d. ? Children:Charles,Winnifred,Thomas,Polly,Lisse,Margaret,John,Esther,Sarah,Sophia,SELBY.

SELBY PARKER, b. 1752 in Snow Hill, Worcester Co., Md. m. abt. 22 July 1806 in Snow Hill to Mary Selby d. 20 Apr. 1829 in Snow Hill buried: ARMENIA Cem., Snow Hill, Md. **PARKERS private cemetery,called, ARMENIA Spouse: Mary Selby (2nd wife of Selby Parker). b. 09 Jan. 1765 in Snow Hill, Md. d. 29 Apr. 1832 in Snow Hill, Md. buried: ARMENIA- Parker's private cemetery Children from 2nd husband: THOMAS P.PARKER

Spouse: Elizabeth Truitt (1st wife to Selby Parker) Children from 1st husband: Charles Parker,Thomas, Henrietta.

THOMAS P. PARKER, b. 02 Sept. 1808 in Snow Hill, Md. m. 15 Aug. 1832 in Snow Hill, Md. d. 15 Feb. 1882 in Snow Hill, Md. buried: All Hallows Cem., Snow Hill Spouse: Ellen A. Fleming b. 05 May 1809 in Snow Hill d. 17 Apr. 1881 in Snow Hill buried: All Hallows Cemetery,Snow Hill. Children: THOMAS H.,Mary Elizabth,Wilmer Fleming,Sarah Ellen.

THOMAS HEBRE PARKER, b. 24 Jun. 1872 in Snow Hill, Md. m. 21 Jan. 1869 in Snow Hill, Md. d. 28 Apr. 1927 in Maryland buried: Rock Creek Cem., Wash,D.C. Spouse: Maria Virginia Jones b. 11 Jun. 1848 in Somerset Co., Md. d. 21 Feb. 1932 in Maryland buried: Rock Creek Cemetery, Washington, D.C. Children:BENJAMIN THOMAS,Mary Elizabeth,Wilmer Jones,Thomas H. Jr.,Norman Douglas,Fleming,Isaac Jones,George Upshur,Walter McFarland,Eleanor Mabel Parker.

BENJAMIN THOMAS PARKER b.June 24, 1872 in Snow Hill,Md. m. Dec. 11,1916 in Wash.,,D.C. d. Oct. 01,1945 in North Beach, Md. buried: Rock Creek Cemetery, Wash., D.C. Spouse: Mary Agnes Munar or Munna b. Sept. 14, Baltimore City, Md. d. Aug. 14, 1965 in Falls Church, Va. Child: Mary Virginia Parker

MARY VIRGINIA PARKER Spouse: William Donald Blair children: William, Patricia, HOWARD, Robin, Mark Blair.

Howard D. Blair hblair01@home.com

What is the history of Mason Mill(a picture of which is in the ghotes archive)? Where is its location in the area? I am chasing Masons and wonder if there is any connection to my ancestors.

Thanks.

I am interested in finding information about the genealogy of Edward Revel 1834-1924. He was married to Ellie Wainwright. He was married twice and my grandfather Charles Alfred Revel was of the second marriage. My grandfather had a half sister named Zipporah, brothers named John and Harry and I am not sure of others. Charles married Millie Ann Ward and they had eleven children; Dallas, Lucy, Elmer, Gladys, Doris, Clyde,Ward, Layton, John, Chifford and Doretta..

I am searching for information concerning Mary Elizabeth Birch. According to her gravestone she was born 15 Oct. 1856 and died 19 Sept. 1949. She married Samuel Jefferson Davis and they had at least 5 children including my ggg-grandmother, Mary Davis. The 1910 census lists as one of the residents of the Samuel Jefferson household as Thomas Birch (Father-in-law). Does anyone have any information on this Thomas Birch? Also, the census lists an Annie Douglas as Samuel's stepdaughter and Charlie, Mary, Lidia, and Stephen as his stepgrandchildren. Does anyone have any information as to whether Mary Elizabeth Birch was married before she married Samuel Davis and who the father of Annie Douglas was? Also, looking for the husband of Annie Douglas. Any help would be appreciated.

Who was Langton Highway (rte 13 in Virginia) name after?

Is there any onformation on the Moore family of Big Stone Gap?

For the Marshalls : I am descended through my father from MOLLY MARSHALL (NH-1754),daughter of William Marshall and Sarah Buswell. William proceeds thus >Benjamin (1684)>Benjamin (1646)> Edmund (1598)> Edmund (!560)>Robert (1536)> William (abt. 1502-19). Here we hit a wall. More than likely the Marshalls of New Hampshire, from England, and the Virginia Marshalls have common ancestry. Do you recognize any of this line? I have more infor if it sounds promising...like wives names. Thanks....

Is anyone researching John W. Bunting of Chincoteague Island. I am a direct descendent of his.

Who are the ancestors of Robert Adams b 1720/30 and his son Absalom b abt 1760 in Pittsylvania Co, Va?

I'm trying to trace and verify my father-in-law (ex), Arnold Thomas Corbin, born 17 Feb. 1913 to James Covington Corbin and Nellie Florence Middleton. From what I can find out they were from Accomack Co., VA but I can't find them in your index. I've been trying to find out burial dates and places. Any help will be greatly appreciated. Thanks

Some of my McCabes that ended up in Ross Co, Ohio, gave Virginia as their birth place. Is there any history with the McCabe surname, around the later 1700's? Thanks, Alice McCabe

iam trying to find out where a great great grand father was born b 20-1-1793 he married sarah hamlin 26-12-1816 they moved to pa than to illinios.i know where he is buried east fox lake cemetary 12-6-1855.fox jake il did he have any brothers? by rthe way his name is david hall thank you for any help i can get.

I am trying to trace my family (Smith). My grandfather, Hile Mason Smith, had a sister named Sarah who supposedly married a Frank Bennett. They settled in Cape Charles. I have a letter written in January 1970 by Franklin Jewell Smith to my Aunt, Viola Smith, that mentions visiting relatives there including an Elizabeth (not sure of her surname but possibly a child of Sarah and Frank). Is there any information on these people?

Thanks.

how old is tabatha harris

I am looking for any information on my father's side of the family. His name is Roman William Thornes Born in Jenkins Bridge, Va. July 09, 1922 and died in Salisbury, Md. April 09, 1984. His parents were James Thomas Thornes and Sally Ann Bull Thornes. I am really trying to find my brother from his first marrage. Is name is Donald Ray Thornes probably born in Accomac County around 1940. Any help would be really great.

Regards, George

As early as the 1800 census and several decades later, there were several COLLINS families listed in Accomack Co. VA, probably some or all related. Heads of households in 1800 included George Collins, James, John, Thomas, William.

Looking for anyone who has genealogy information on any of these families and their descendants.

Thanks for any help.

Dan Collins Granbury, TX

Is there any info on the Truitt Family - specifically - Rev. Gammon's notes?

I had a computer crash earlier this year, but it was my understanding that these notes would be posted on GHOTES sometime soon.

Hope this is the right web site. Thanks for any help.

Sincerely, Mary

Just received your latest vol. 04-number 540 with a lot of Burton information . I am just wondering if this bunch of Burton,s connect to my line that was in Henrico Co. Va.? I descend from Judith Burton b. abt 1605/34 who m. William Hunt/Huntt abt. 1655 and 2nd. m. Richard Parker b. 1669 . Certainly would appreciate hearing from anyone with information about her line . Catherine

I am looking for my great-great-grandfather JOHN WHITELY (wife unknown),that lived in Va.and moved to Ky.with two brothers in the 1800? My fathers daddy died when he was twelve years old and he did'nt have any relatives that knew anything about the Whitelys. I have enjoyed your website..Its great..continue the great information.

Who was the only president to never get married?

Please forward me an Autobio on Thorogood Marshall, Supreme Court Justice. Thanks...

I am descended from John Marshall and Annabella Toft through Charles Marshall etc. I had always thought that Annabella's father was Edmund Scarbrough. I had extensive information as to this fact from ghotes. Does anyone know the facts?

who is the heaviest president ?

Peter Francisco fought at the battle of the Guilford Courthouse. He was wounded and left for dead and recovered and joined the Virgina Militia. Are there any more details you could supply concerning him?

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