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May 2004

The message was posted by susan (from the ip address 205.188.116.69).

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Re: McInturff Cemetery

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blyuwilo61@aol.com

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There are nine members of the Mcinturff family buried in Mcinturff cemetery: Issac 6-22-1828-6-7-1892, James 8-8-1865-3-25-1896, Luther 9-4-1862-3-7-1884, w.f. 8-8-1853-4-10-1870, Grace 9-11-1926-4-25-1988, Mary Matilda 12-2-1857-1-26-1937, Mary Sue 1-12-1903-5-6-1997, Vina 2-28-1895-4-16-1935, William Edd 4-26-1897-5-28-1966. There are also some McInturff family members who are buried at the Birchwood Baptist Church Cemetery. The cemetery was once part of the Mcinturff family farm. When a friend of the family was called to battle during the civil war, he commented that if he died, he would like to be buried under the large cedar tree on a small knoll on the farm. His wish was granted. Being that he was a confederate soldier, he was buried in an unmarked grave for fear of grave robbers looking for confederate "souveniers". Other burials soon followed. As for the accuracy of this information, the story has been passed down from some of the older folks in the Birchwood community---but since stories tend to become embellished over the years--may be true--may not.

The message was posted by Doris Grizzle (from the ip address 199.120.25.152).

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1860 District 14 Census Location ? ?

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grizzle1953@aol.com or dgrizzle1953@yahoo.com

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My "Grizzell" family is located in District 14, Chattanooga Post Office on the 1860 Census page. Is there anyway of finding out just where this may be actually?? I am planning a research trip to Chattanooga and really need to narrow down where this may have been to be able to research such things as churches, schools, etc... Does the Hamilton County Genealogical Society host visiting genealogists as far as recommendations on best research places, accomodations, resturants, etc. God Bless and Thank-You in advance for any information you may send my way. Doris Grizzle decendent of William and Elizabeth Cotton-Grizzle of Chattanooga, TN

The message was posted by Janice Koperski (from the ip address 205.188.116.69).

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looking for death record

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HI, I'M LOOKING FOR A DEATH RECORD FOR SMAUEL COLUMBUS GRIFFIN. DIED 3 DEC 1894 IN CHATTANOOGA, TN. ACCORDING TO SOME RECORDS I HAVE IT STATES HE IS BURIED NEAR SHERMAN HEIGHTS ON MISSIONARY RIDGE. WHAT IS THE NAME OF THE CEMETERY? SAMUEL WAS MARRIED TO MARTHA ELIZABETH KNOWN AS BETTIE. MARTHA DIED 20 MAY 1919 AND IS BURIED AT CITIZEN CEMETERY, CHATTANOOGA. THANK YOU FOR YOUR HELP. JAN

The message was posted by Peggy Ramsey (from the ip address 64.12.117.13).

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Harbins in Ooltewah,Tennessee

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I'm trying to find the Obituaries of Joseph Harbin who was shot and killed in July 1930.AND IF ANYONE KNOWS ANYTHING ABOUT JOHN AND POLLY HARBIN DEATH.I WAS TOLD THERE WAS NO RECORDS OF THEM BECAUSE OF A FIRE .SO MAYBE SOMEONE WILL SEE A OBITUARIES OF THEM IF SO PLEASE SEND IT I WANT TO HAVE THEM LISTED IN OOLTEWAH CEMETERIES BUT NEED PROOF THEY ARE THERE .THANK YOU PEGGY

The message was posted by scott (from the ip address 66.53.79.18).

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Downey

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Looking for info on Downey family. Jackson H. Downey Born 1821 Dr. Columbus Edward Downey Born 1846 Louis Jackson Downey Born 1881 Raymond Jackson Downey Born 1906

The message was posted by Aileen Bennett (from the ip address 205.188.116.69).

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HUMPHREYS

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Searching for all Humphreys in the Chattanooga area during 1850 (or before) to 1869. John J. Humphreys, son of Moses Humphreys, was an attorney in the area. He died in 1869; was married to Sarah Donahue (who lived with her sister, Margaret Shepherd, after John died. There were several land transactions between John J. and another John Humphreys (believed to be a relative). Interested in all Humphreys.

The message was posted by Van (from the ip address 12.223.74.196).

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Wauhatchie Glass

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Hello, I am searching for information on my grandfather, possible gggggrandfather, named Wauhatchie Glass. I have found census records showing a Jonathan H. Glass in the area. I have no hard evidence just legend of him being my grandfather but does anyone know Wauhatchie's english name? I am stuck around 1818 on my grandfather William Van Glass but can not find his father, I was told by a Cherokee Chief that there was Cherokee Chief Van Glass around that time period but all I can find is Wauhatchie Glass. Could this Cherokee Chief be father of Chief Van Glass or the same person? Any ideas?

The message was posted by Bonnie Fuller (from the ip address 24.116.128.189).

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Underwood

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Seeking information on the children of Marion and Ellen (Luffman) UNDERWOOD - Gladys, Frank, Mildred, Alice and Margie. We share great grandfathers and I am trying to locate relatives. Thank you.

The message was posted by Reita Kelley (from the ip address 24.131.12.4).

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CRUMLEY--EAVES

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Have a Lou Eaves married to a Crumley either J.A,J.R or Pierce. Believed to have had a son . In the Tenn 1920 census but can not read the sons name,too small onm the computer. Any information about either parties greatly appreciated

The message was posted by Susie Cook Tune (from the ip address 64.12.117.13).

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William Cook, Born in SC or TN

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I along with a couple of others in the Cook line, have hit a brick wall. We're trying to search for William Cook. He was my great-great-grandfather. Here is what I have on him. He was born perhaps in TN or SC. His wife's name was Katherine (possibly Catherine?) I don't have a birthday or anything like that, but I do have some of his children's b-days and such. This family lived in Chattanooga, Hamilton County, TN for many years. William Cook was murdered by marauders during the Civil War in AR or MO. His body was never found. Here are his three boys: William Jasper Cook, b. 11/24/1835 in Chattanooga, TN. Thomas Jefferson Cook, b. 12/24/1833 in Chattanooga, TN. Samuel Doak Cook (my great-grandfather), b. 5/5/1844 in Chattanooga, TN. Helen Cook Bellah (married a county judge in Marble Falls, TX). Here is part of my family story from records. The three Cook brothers moved to Texas before the Civil War, while William Cook moved to AR or MO to avoid the effects of war. After no success there, he sold the farm and was preparing to move back to TN (sent his wife and daughter on ahead), when he was attacked by marauders, perhaps Jayhawkers, looking for money from the sale of his property. Since he had sent the money along with his wife, he could not satisfy their demands and they took him off and killed him. His sons, having come home to help the family move, attempted to locate him and the maurauders with no success. Samuel Doak "Doc" Cook told the story in latter years of having hunted down the villains and lynched them. His father's body was never recovered. This was from the oral history of the family with many details supplied by Leon Cook. So I need some help with this. I've looked at the 1860 census for Hamilton Co., TN and couldn't find them. But I'm lost on where to look, and I'm basically kind of new at this anyway. Do you have any ideas? Like I said, we're hitting a brick wall and want to find William Cook's ancestors. Thanks, Susie Cook Tune

The message was posted by Dianne Denhem (from the ip address 64.12.117.13).

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LONG/GIBBS Marriage

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John Samuel Long (J.S., Sam, Samuel) married Margret A. Gibbs in February 1865. I don't know where. His family was residing near Ooltewah both before and after the Civil War, but I do not know where the marriage took place. Family lore also states that they lived in James County for a period of time. Any help with the place this marriage took place or other information regarding Margret A. Gibbs would be greatly appreciated. Thank you. Dianne

The message was posted by Carl Grant (from the ip address 67.112.196.4).

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Ed Grant

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I have my fathers birth certificate from Hamilton County TN, I'm trying to learn about my grandfather Ed Grant. I understand that Ed Grant, Eldie (Forester) Grant and my father lived in Chattanooga in 1927 and that Ed Grant died in a railroad accident. At the time he was a fireman for the railroad (the person that shovels coal). I've also seen him listed in the 1910 census in Morgan county. I could use some help/suggestions on where to go next. 5/18/04

The message was posted by Sarah Keating Dyer (from the ip address 205.188.116.69).

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Gunter/Native American marriage late 1700's Chattanooga area

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Searching for possible Native American ancestry to help daughter's family adopt younger brother of son that they have already adopted. Names James Gunter and Fannie Mary Tittle. Any help appreciated.
5/18/04

The message was posted by Kay Blanton (from the ip address 66.141.209.218).

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Re: 1872 Hamiliton County chancery Court trial

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Hello Jack I just saw your query. I am a descendant of Solomon Bolton. He is my 2nd great grandfather. I would like to stop the myth of the Bolton's being of free color. They were Portuguese, Spaniard & German. Their hair was straight and most had dark brown eyes. The 1872 case was of Jerome C. Simmerman and Solomon's daughter Jemima who secretly married because Jerome's family thought her to be a degree of Negro. They had a son who died at an early age. Then a daughter was born and Jemima died. The dau. is Martha Adaline Simmerman. At an early age her mothers sister (Elizabeth) was told by Jerome's family to get her out of Hamilton County and to never come back because of having a fear of her inheriting her dads fortune. She was taken to Illinois. When the trial started, Samuel Williams went and got her, with the Aunt following. They went to court and won. I have the Chancery court case taken at the trial. It is the most interesting case I have ever read. There are 60 depositions with many names of people who lived in Hamilton County at that time. It speaks of happenings during the Civil War days. It is just to much to write on. I was going to put the case on CD's but my scanner went down. I am now making copies for anyone who wants to buy it. I will also have proof in it of Solomon's 1812 service, Picture of Martha, My great grandmother Sarah and her two husbands that is mentioned in the case. Tombstone pictures, stories of the Simmerman Cemetery and what shape it is in today. Very heart breaking. There is 519 pages of the case. I will be adding approximately 10 to 15 more pages. I have not looked recently to see exactly. I am charging only copying cost & shipping. That will be $80.00. I might say that is much less than what I paid and without the extra's I have mentioned. If you or anyone else is interested let me know as I am having a few copies made now. I do not think you will be disappointed in purchasing one. Kay
5/19/04

The message was posted by Janice Koperski (from the ip address 64.12.117.13).

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GRIFFIN

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I AM LOOKING FOR ANY INFORMATION ON MARTHA ELIZABETH GRIFFIN AND HER HUSBAND SAMUEL COLUMBUS GRIFFIN. HAD SIX CHILDREN. MARTHA DID MAY 21 1919 IN CHATTANOOGA, TN. ANY INFORMATION WILL BE USEFUL. THANK YOU, JANICE
5/20/04

The message was posted by Claire Taft (from the ip address 64.40.51.226).

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Nancy Ann Rogers or Rodgers

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My great grandmother Nancy Ann Rodgers or Rogers was born Oct. 31, 1844 or Oct. 16, 1848 in Tennessee, probably in Hamilton County. She married Thomas Jefferson Westbrook (born in Mississippi). They lived in Bebee, Arkansas near Little Rock. Nancy Ann Died August 16, 1900. I would like any information you might have about her, her parents, or their lives.
5/21/04

The message was posted by Lisa Cox (from the ip address 67.32.45.126).

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August Krug

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I am looking for an August Krug who left the Cincinnati area around 1880 and moved to Chattanooga. I have found him listed in the 1881 and 1883 City directories. I know that he died before July 1885 when his widow filed for a civil war pension. I have not been able to find where he was buried. Anyone with any information would be greatly appreciated.
5/22/04

The message was posted by Ilene Edmonds Turner (from the ip address 68.231.30.196).

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Edmonds Family North Hamilton County

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I am trying to find any information on my family,mainly my gggrand father I know his name was Brice Edmonds born in east Tn. about 1845 He married Margaret Shipley 2/23/1873 They had 4 children Richard my grandfather Nathan, Florence and Rennie.My grandfather Richard married Millie Catherine Coleman they had 4 living children Leonard,Clarence,richard(clifford) my father and Ruth. I don't know if or who Nathan married Florence married an Elsea and lived in Sale Creek, have no info on Rennie other than he was born in 1883 If any one has any information on the above mentioned please let me know I have hit a brick wall found Brice and family in 2 separate Tn.census'1880 and one a little eariler.Will share any info I have thank you
5/22/04

The message was posted by susan (from the ip address 152.163.253.99).

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oscar A. Johnson

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bluwilo61@aol.com

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I am looking for information on Oscar A. Johnson, last known address was 2712 Taylor Street in east Chattanooga. he was first married to Viola? His second wife was Florence Callie Mcdaniel Orton Johnson. He was born in 1879 and died in april of 1956 and is buried at greenwood cemetery on missionary ridge in chattanooga. I am interested in learning where he was born, his parents names and any siblings. I know he had several children with his first wife Viola as well as in his second marriage---hopefully some of them (if still living) will see this.
5/22/04

The message was posted by LINDA (from the ip address 216.78.250.138).

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DOYLE COOPER FAMILY OF WHITESIDE,TN

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Hi List, I am doing research on a COOPER DOYLE 1851-1936 AND HIS FAMILY.Cooper was the son of Isaac Doyle and Mary Pauline Polly Bryant. Cooper Doyle married twice 1st wife Julia E. Murphy Birth and death unknown but she is buried in Murphy Hollow Cemetery in Dade Co, Ga 2nd Wife Martha Jane (Janie( Smedley)1867-1944 she was the daughter of William Henry Smedley and Lilly Jones. Cooper and Janie had 8 children Milton Jacob Doyle married Mae Belle Strawn Julia E. Doyle married David Stephen Long Bertha Lillian Doyle married Joseph Watson Roope William Bradford Doyle (Brad) m: Elizabeth Mayhew Iris Doyle married Jesse Sexton Mabel Doyle married Ben H Long Pauline Doyle married Herbert Suiter James Roop Doyle married Vera Minter Most of this family lived around Whiteside, Tn and Tiftonia. Some are buried in Hooker Cemetery. Cooper made coffins and was a Rev. Any help on this family and their descendant would be appreciated. Linda and Jack Doyle
5/24/04

The message was posted by Gary Parrott (from the ip address 198.81.26.103).

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James M. Bean family

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I am looking for information on the children of James and Minerva (Payne)Bean. They lived in Hamilton County 1840s to 1860s). It was reported that they had 10 children (Louisa, William, Ester, Minerva, Martha, James and Emma, plus 2 more daughters and one more son). The unknown last 3 were out of the house by the 1850 census. Does anyone have information on the names of the other 3 ? (I believe two of the three were Edmond and Jemima). Any help is greatly appreciated.
5/28/04