Hello All, I finished getting most of the documents transcribed surrounding Steven Barrett's Pardon you can view them at : http://freepages.genealogy.rootsweb.com/~barrettbranches/JWsub/stephenredingba rrett/stevenfranklinbarrett/stevenfranklin.html make sure you copy and paste the whole address. For the story of what happened that night click on the Pardon Documents box on this page. I will get the court transcriptions from both trials transcribed as soon as possible and also will scan and post the original documents. Thanks, Janet

Karen, Among the 106 people who signed the petition for the Pardon of Steve Barett were: G.M.Mabry (who was sheriff)Wm Viser,Anthony Viser, Thomas B. Viser D.M., S. Manning, A.L. Manning, J.J. Faulk who was the ex-DA who prosecuted the case, F.W. Williams who was the presiding judge on the case, 10 of the original jurors on the both cases, The superintendant of the Huntsville prision. The district clerk of Madison county R. Wiley, Faulk wrote a three page explanation of what happened in the case and why he thought he had made a mistake by convicting him. And J.M. Gillespie who knew who did it but wasn't called as a witness in the trial. Harmon Boazeman and Jim McIver are the two men who stole the horses and were known as "man McIver was a notorious bad character" "I know Boazeman was an old hardened criminal" I will get it all typed up as soon as I can. Hugs, Janet

Dad passed away three years ago but told all of us kids many stories, He was born in 1909 in the Greenbrier Community right up the road from the Greenbrier cemetery. He told us the story of the horse thief as some referred to Stephen Barrett. He said there were a few who still called him that even after death but that my grandfather Benjamin Franklin Risinger stood up for him one day in Church and said Robt had been framed. That is so ironic how there were others that used that same statement" Framed". Mom remembers Louie Barrett from family get togethers,they were cousins and were the same age. She said they called him Frank or Frankster when they were kids. This may be your Louie .Hard to think of my 82 years old mom ever being a kid. We are off to a wedding in Marble Falls but I will call mom tomorrow and pick her brain on some of the stories about family on your down line. Mom was born in Connors in 1921 but they moved to Myrtle Beach for a year or two before moving back to Madisonville and that is where she met dad Love Deb ----- Original Message ----- From: <[email protected]> To: <[email protected]> Sent: Friday, March 07, 2003 11:15 PM Subject: Re: [Barrett-Reuben-SC] Steven Barrett was innocent!!!! > In a message dated 3/7/03 10:25:53 PM Central Standard Time, > [email protected] writes: > > > > Dad told us the > > family stood behind him and always knew he was innocent. > > Deb, > Is there anything else your Dad remembers about him? I would love to hear any > stories he remembers. Steve's son William Barrett was my great grandfather, > Louie Barrett was my grandfather, they were both born in Madisonville. Maybe > your Dad remembers them? > It is a very intresting story, I can't wait to get it all typed up to share > it with everyone. > Hugs, > Janet > > > ==== BARRETT-REUBEN-SC Mailing List ==== > Reuben Barrett Family Website > http://freepages.genealogy.rootsweb.com/~barrettbranches > Look For your Reuben Barrett Ancestor Page Here > > ============================== > To join Ancestry.com and access our 1.2 billion online genealogy records, go to: > http://www.ancestry.com/rd/redir.asp?targetid=571&sourceid=1237 >

Janet, Mister Hubert Barrett always said he was not guilty and that he was framed (was his words) Roy Barrett was researching and came on to this info and we were all setting at the table when Roy made his statement. WOW!!! Mister Hubert and Grand Grand got mad and told him, "Not true and Grand Grand got her paddle, (that always was close to the table) and said " Don't you ever say that again." When Roy was visiting my Roy we got to talking about that and so glad you cleared this up. Thank you for getting the info. Can't wait to forward this to my kids. Lol, Dolly ----- Original Message ----- From: <[email protected]> To: <[email protected]> Sent: Friday, March 07, 2003 7:04 PM Subject: [Barrett-Reuben-SC] Steven Barrett was innocent!!!! > Hello, > I am happy to report that my great great grandfather was not a horse thief!!! > He served almost 5 years of a 15 yr. sentence (thank goodness they didn't > hang him or I wouldn't be here!!) in prison for horse theft and was granted a > pardon. Most of the upright citizens of Madisonville, Texas as well as the > original jurors and district attorney all signed a petition for Gov Hogg to > pardon him. (Including Visors and Manning) > I received the pardon papers in the mail today which also included the trial > manuscripts of what happened that night and the signed petitions by all the > townspeople as well as several letters from some DA's and judges in Madison > and Houston counties. I will get them transcribed as soon as possible. > At least now future researchers will know that he was framed for horse theft > and was not a horse thief. I only wish my grandfather was still alive to know > this, as I think he always felt it was a tarnish to our Barrett name. > BTW: Steven was the son of Stephen Reding Barrett who was son of John Whitten > Barrett son of David Barrett son of Reuben Barrett. > Today was a good research Day!!!! > Hugs to all, > Janet > > > ==== BARRETT-REUBEN-SC Mailing List ==== > Please remember to hit "Reply All" so everyone on the list can see your response. > > ============================== > To join Ancestry.com and access our 1.2 billion online genealogy records, go to: > http://www.ancestry.com/rd/redir.asp?targetid=571&sourceid=1237 > > >

In a message dated 3/7/03 8:05:46 PM, [email protected] writes: <<(Including Visors and Manning)>> Janet--that is SO neat! If you have time, could you tell me which Visers signed the petition? I'd be interested to know. Betty is quite a gal, isn't she, for showing the way! K.

In a message dated 3/7/03 10:25:53 PM Central Standard Time, [email protected] writes: > Dad told us the > family stood behind him and always knew he was innocent. Deb, Is there anything else your Dad remembers about him? I would love to hear any stories he remembers. Steve's son William Barrett was my great grandfather, Louie Barrett was my grandfather, they were both born in Madisonville. Maybe your Dad remembers them? It is a very intresting story, I can't wait to get it all typed up to share it with everyone. Hugs, Janet

----- Original Message ----- From: <[email protected]> To: <[email protected]> Sent: Thursday, March 06, 2003 8:17 PM Subject: Re: [Barrett-Reuben-SC] DAR Marker > > Gaye, I'm going to jump in and say that I think DAR will require you to have > official copies for your application; I think they will want them stamped by > the respective archives, where ever they came from. Maybe Hallie could tell > us the answer to this one. Hallie? Karen, I am embarassed to say I have not been able to find my copy of Reuben Barrett's military record. I will keep searching in my files. I do have the paper I filled out of Ancestor's Services before me. The References I gave were: Roster of South Carolina Patriots in the American Revolution by Bobby Gilmer Moss, Genealogical Publishing Co., Inc. Baltimore 1893 and Photocopy of Military Records, American Revolution; Microfilm in Gadsden Public Library; Gadsden, Alabama Hallie

Janet, Great job,I am so happy for you.I didn't realize until I just read this that it was your gg grandfather who was accused of that crime. Dad told us the family stood behind him and always knew he was innocent. I know for a fact after tracing our family there may have been a few black sheep but hard to believe there were criminals. The Barrett's that I have come to know were loving,hard working,honest Christians who loved their country. Hopefully others will see there is light beyond that road block and sharing the smallest fact may turn into a great discovery. Love Deb ----- Original Message ----- From: <[email protected]> To: <[email protected]> Sent: Friday, March 07, 2003 7:04 PM Subject: [Barrett-Reuben-SC] Steven Barrett was innocent!!!! > Hello, > I am happy to report that my great great grandfather was not a horse thief!!! > He served almost 5 years of a 15 yr. sentence (thank goodness they didn't > hang him or I wouldn't be here!!) in prison for horse theft and was granted a > pardon. Most of the upright citizens of Madisonville, Texas as well as the > original jurors and district attorney all signed a petition for Gov Hogg to > pardon him. (Including Visors and Manning) > I received the pardon papers in the mail today which also included the trial > manuscripts of what happened that night and the signed petitions by all the > townspeople as well as several letters from some DA's and judges in Madison > and Houston counties. I will get them transcribed as soon as possible. > At least now future researchers will know that he was framed for horse theft > and was not a horse thief. I only wish my grandfather was still alive to know > this, as I think he always felt it was a tarnish to our Barrett name. > BTW: Steven was the son of Stephen Reding Barrett who was son of John Whitten > Barrett son of David Barrett son of Reuben Barrett. > Today was a good research Day!!!! > Hugs to all, > Janet > > > ==== BARRETT-REUBEN-SC Mailing List ==== > Please remember to hit "Reply All" so everyone on the list can see your response. > > ============================== > To join Ancestry.com and access our 1.2 billion online genealogy records, go to: > http://www.ancestry.com/rd/redir.asp?targetid=571&sourceid=1237 >

Gaye, I have been asking around about the marriage license. I will let you know. We have been getting alot of new subscribers to the list in the last week since the newspaper article on the reunion. So you never know, what things are to come. I encourage you all to introduce yourselves...I promise we don't bite and would love to know you and share data we have with all of you!! Hugs, Janet

Halleluyah!!! I'm so happy for you.I know it can be very disappointing at times but suddenly from out of nowhere, a blessing comes. I wish I could have a dab of luck finding mariage license, death data etc. on Miles and Olly Barrett both. I have death data on my grandmother but that's all.I found a newer picture of her, made about 1960 or 1961 when she came and spent the weekend with us.If some one has a copy of John Napolean & Elizabeth's marriage license, that would be great if they would share.Again, that's GREAT !!! As ever, Gaye

Hi Janet, That is good news. I know our family has a colorful past, but I know we don't want to think of them as horse thief's. I like to hold my head high when I go to Madisonville, Texas. Jim Alexander

Hello, I am happy to report that my great great grandfather was not a horse thief!!! He served almost 5 years of a 15 yr. sentence (thank goodness they didn't hang him or I wouldn't be here!!) in prison for horse theft and was granted a pardon. Most of the upright citizens of Madisonville, Texas as well as the original jurors and district attorney all signed a petition for Gov Hogg to pardon him. (Including Visors and Manning) I received the pardon papers in the mail today which also included the trial manuscripts of what happened that night and the signed petitions by all the townspeople as well as several letters from some DA's and judges in Madison and Houston counties. I will get them transcribed as soon as possible. At least now future researchers will know that he was framed for horse theft and was not a horse thief. I only wish my grandfather was still alive to know this, as I think he always felt it was a tarnish to our Barrett name. BTW: Steven was the son of Stephen Reding Barrett who was son of John Whitten Barrett son of David Barrett son of Reuben Barrett. Today was a good research Day!!!! Hugs to all, Janet

In a message dated 3/6/03 6:42:47 PM, [email protected] writes: <<Would it be asking too much for copies of Reuben's data in regard to my application for DAR membership? >> Gaye, I'm going to jump in and say that I think DAR will require you to have official copies for your application; I think they will want them stamped by the respective archives, where ever they came from. Maybe Hallie could tell us the answer to this one. Hallie?

In a message dated 3/6/03 5:36:48 PM, [email protected] writes: <<Still looking for documentation of Reuben Barrett's birth date and birth place. All I can find is "probably b. SC abt 1756". This is what I entered on the original application and the letter from the Historian General asked for documentation. >> Marilyn, he was probably NOT born in South Carolina. I don't think you can give a state at all; most researchers think probably Virginia or North Carolina. Even Delaware is a possibility. Reuben's sister and brothers seem to have appeared out of nowhere, and researchers have been looking for their origin for 40 years at least. His approximate year of birth can be figured from his age, which was given in one of the military papers. That's it.

Marilyn, Would it be asking too much for copies of Reuben's data in regard to my application for DAR membership? I do, most assuredly, appreciate all the help you have so generously given thus far. Hope you are well. Are there any photos of John Napolean and his family available?? I would really love to find one of Miles and Lula.Again, a MILLION thanks. As Ever,Gaye

Update on DAR Marker progress: _Today rec'd copies of original documents which are fairly certain to be acceptable documentation of Reuben's residence in SC when he died, his marriage to T. Prince, his military service, and his residence in SC during Rev. War. _Today rec'd letter from Tyger Church that has corrections and inclusions requested by DAR and signed off by pastor. _Still looking for documentation of Reuben Barrett's birth date and birth place. All I can find is "probably b. SC abt 1756". This is what I entered on the original application and the letter from the Historian General asked for documentation. IF ANYONE HAS ANY OTHER DOCUMENTS WHICH WOULD HELP I WOULD APPRECIATE A COPY FOR THIS APPLICATION. Marilyn

Please make marker donation checks payable to James P. Barrett and send to me at 917 Gettysburg Place Bedford, TX 76022-7621 If you include a note with your e-mail address I'll notify you when I receive you check. Motel Reservations. Quality Inn Haywood 50 Orchard Park Dr. Greenville, SC 864-297-900 Please, be sure that they understand that you are part of the Barrett reunion. Thanks. Jim Barrett Bedford, TX [email protected] Barrett Surname DNA Project http://www.flash.net/~parino/barrett-family-dna-project.htm Barrett Family Reunion - Greenville, SC http://freepages.genealogy.rootsweb.com/~barrettbranches/reunion2003.html Powell Surname DNA Project

Jim, email me your address again so I can send a donation. Rosemary Hayes

I am sorry I knew you had 5 I don't know why I said 4. Brain damage I guess. ----- Original Message ----- From: <[email protected]> To: <[email protected]> Sent: Wednesday, March 05, 2003 1:52 AM Subject: Re: [Barrett-Reuben-SC] Motel & Marker > In a message dated 3/4/03 11:04:28 PM Central Standard Time, > [email protected] writes: > > > > Considering you have four children > > Deb, > Actually I have 5 sons from the ages of 14 to 2 years...lol and that is a > feat in itself!!! But just doing my part to populate the world with Barrett > descendants...hahaha > Janet > > > ==== BARRETT-REUBEN-SC Mailing List ==== > Please remember to hit "Reply All" so everyone on the list can see your response. > > ============================== > To join Ancestry.com and access our 1.2 billion online genealogy records, go to: > http://www.ancestry.com/rd/redir.asp?targetid=571&sourceid=1237 > >

Debbie, Every check helps! I'll let you know when I receive it. Thanks Jim Barrett Bedford, TX [email protected] Barrett Surname DNA Project http://www.flash.net/~parino/barrett-family-dna-project.htm Barrett Family Reunion - Greenville, SC http://freepages.genealogy.rootsweb.com/~barrettbranches/reunion2003.html Powell Surname DNA Project -----Original Message----- From: Debbie & Parker [mailto:[email protected]] Sent: Tuesday, March 04, 2003 11:05 PM To: [email protected] Subject: Re: [Barrett-Reuben-SC] Motel & Marker Janet, Considering you have four children your do pretty good to be on time. lol Deb Jim, I sent a check to you today for $50.00. Will not break the bank but I have reached out to other family members to reach in to their pockets. Debbie ----- Original Message ----- From: <[email protected]> To: <[email protected]> Sent: Tuesday, March 04, 2003 10:08 PM Subject: Re: [Barrett-Reuben-SC] Motel & Marker > Jim, > The room count is 12 now..I know I am always late. > Janet > > > ==== BARRETT-REUBEN-SC Mailing List ==== > Please remember to hit "Reply All" so everyone on the list can see your response. > > ============================== > To join Ancestry.com and access our 1.2 billion online genealogy records, go to: > http://www.ancestry.com/rd/redir.asp?targetid=571&sourceid=1237 > > ==== BARRETT-REUBEN-SC Mailing List ==== Reuben Barrett Family Website http://freepages.genealogy.rootsweb.com/~barrettbranches Look For your Reuben Barrett Ancestor Page Here ============================== To join Ancestry.com and access our 1.2 billion online genealogy records, go to: http://www.ancestry.com/rd/redir.asp?targetid=571&sourceid=1237