My opinion, is that the children of Samuel and Sarah had to be born in Clermont County, since their parents lived there from 1840 through at least 1860 (per the census returns). It seems preposterous that they would remove to Campbell County, KY, every time Sarah was about to have a baby. Even though there may be a Madisonville located close by in Hamilton County, Samuel and Sarah were living in Clermont. ---------- > From: Tom Robison <tcrobi@adamswells.com> > To: BEHYMER-L@rootsweb.com > Subject: Re: Samuel Behymer > Date: Saturday, October 31, 1998 1:50 PM > > John Charles Tippet wrote: > >I have an E-mail from you dated 1 Sep 1998 in which you list Samuel Behymer > >and Sarah Ward's children as all being born in Madisonville, Campbell > >County, KY. I have found Samuel and Sarah in 1840, 1850 and 1860 in Ohio > >township, Clermont County, OH per the census returns. How do you explain > >this? > > The info came from Rob DuPuy's database, page 193. > > Tom > > Tom Robison > Ossian, Indiana > tcrobi@adamswells.com > > Never forget the importance of history. To know nothing of > what happened before you took your place on earth, > is to remain a child forever. [unknown] > > >

Now, Linda, here's another cousin. Helenbe@aol.com wrote: > Hi, > > Whenever I see Madisonville I immediately think of Madisonville, Ohio. It is a > suburb of Cincinnati (zip code 45227) and although it is in Hamilton county it > is reasonably close to Clermont county. I have Sarah Ward listed as b. 1815 > in Madisonville, Ohio. Perhaps this could be the answer. > > Samuel is in my husband's line. Samuel - George - Samuel - Christoper - Lew > (my husband). > > Hope this helps. > > One of the Clermont Co. Bunch, > Helen

Twila, I don't think I'm related to anyone on the list, seems like I have to be, but, maybe it's so distant that I just haven't figured it out yet! My father was Charles Glenn Behymer (1926-1956). He was one of two children born to Charles Russell (1895-1978) and Adele Mae Daniel Behymer. Charles Russell was one of 6-9 children of William (1835-?) and Matilda Martin Behymer. From what I have learned on this list, I believe William was son of Samuel (1809-1887) and Sarah Ward Behymer, and Samuel the son of Solomon (1781-1858) and Polly Webb Beckelhymer. If anyone has conflicting info on William being a son of Samuel, please let me know. Congratulations on being the potential new list owner. I hope everything is alright with Jen and that she just became too busy to do the list or lost interest. I have really enjoyed being part of it and have gotten alot of helpful information about my relatives from it--much more than from the other lists I'm on. Thank you all. Linda

Linda Adkinson wrote: > I don't think I'm related to anyone on the list, seems like I have to > be, but, maybe it's so distant that I just haven't figured it out yet! (snip) Of course you are! Tom is a direct descendant of Solomon. Maybe he can help you out. > My father was Charles Glenn Behymer (1926-1956). He was one of two > children born to Charles Russell (1895-1978) and Adele Mae Daniel > Behymer. Charles Russell was one of 6-9 children of William (1835-?) and > Matilda Martin Behymer. From what I have learned on this list, I > believe William was son of Samuel (1809-1887) and Sarah Ward Behymer, > and Samuel the son of Solomon (1781-1858) and Polly Webb Beckelhymer. If > anyone has conflicting info on William being a son of Samuel, please let > me know. > > Congratulations on being the potential new list owner. I hope > everything is alright with Jen and that she just became too busy to do > the list or lost interest. (snip) I have heard from Jen. She is too busy at this time to keep up with her email, she says. I'm sure she will remain on the list and I hope she will be able to be active again in the future. Twila

Tom, I, too, enjoy a little humor now and then. It and the friendly chatter are some of the things that make this list special. Linda

I have just posted a major revision to my home page. Changes are as follows: (1) Addition of genealogies of two more families that I am working on: Doyle and Perrine (2) Addition of the 5th generation down from Elder Johan George Beckelhymer (Amwell, NJ COB) (3) Addition of many new Behymer scanned images from the Clermont Courier, circa 1890 (4) Addition of the Franklin County, VA and Clermont County, OH Behymer land transactions (the later from the index only since there are approximately 500 transactions involved). Enjoy! John Charles Tippet JohnDoeTippet@csi.com P.S. Changes, corrections, additions, etc. welcome

As the new unofficial listowner to be, I am assuming the responsibility of responding to the issue of off-topic messages. 1. The purpose of this list is to provide a place for researchers of the Becklehimer/Picklesimer/Behymer surname and all name variations to share information. The best way to make sure your message is read by all interested parties is to put relevant wording in the subject line. For example: Jacob, b. 1776, VA 2. Most list members are cousins and many members are friends. Therefore, it is appropriate to share personal information, such as news about an upcoming marriage, graduation, birth, serious illness or death in the family. We are also concerned about tragedies regarding a house fire or flooding in the Clermont Co. area last winter. If you are interested in sharing such information, please put "CHAT" in the subject line. If you are not interested, you may delete the message without reading it. If you are not related to someone on the list, please let us know. Everyone should eventually connect to someone here and we would love to figure out where you fit in. If you don't feel like family yet, read the "Chat" messages, join in, and you will soon be one of us! 3. If you have the urge to share jokes, please write "Humor" in the subject line. If you are not interested, you may delete it without reading it. If your message contains personal info, humor and Behymer genealogy, use your best judgement. No flaming allowed. If you are unhappy with the list, please contact me privately. We have never pretended that this list was like other genealogy lists online. We are proud to be different. Together we can accomplish alot and maybe eventually we will be able to make significant progress in tying together our roots. We're glad you are a part of this list. Help us to make it the best place to be on the net! Twila Veysey Future listowner

Bill Clinton has a dream in which he meets George Washington. He says "George, tell me what I can do to make things better for the people?" George Washington replies "Lower the taxes." Clinton says, "I can't do that." ========================= The next night he dreams again, but this time Thomas Jefferson is there. "Thomas Jefferson," Clinton says, "Tell me what I can do to make things better for the people?" Jefferson replies "Lower the taxes." Clinton says, "I can't do that." ======================= The next night he dreams again, but this time Abraham Lincoln is there. "Abraham Lincoln," Clinton says, "what can I do to make things better for the people?" Lincoln says, "Go see a play". Tom Robison Ossian, Indiana tcrobi@adamswells.com Never forget the importance of history. To know nothing of what happened before you took your place on earth, is to remain a child forever. [unknown]

Can't beat the above. What is work without an occasional laugh! Keep it up, Tom Sallye

Hi, All- I sent the following about a month ago and got no responses about it, so I post it again in case any newbies might benefit. ====================== Below please find a transcript of the text of the will of Solomon Behymer, husband of Mary (Polly) Webb, kindly provided to me by Sallye. It is conceivable that y'all who are descended from Solomon already have this document, but it is new to me and I forward it for your edification. Any spelling errors are verbatim from the handwritten copy I was sent, including the spelling of his last name. A couple weeks ago Sallye asked (on the list, I believe) if anyone has looked to see if a distribution of the property was done after Mary died, as Solomon stipulated. Mary died, ironically, 128 years ago today, 20 Sep 1870, but my records don't show where she died. [my records indicate that Solomon is buried at the Mt. Holly Congregational Chapel.] Has anyone done any research here? As there are some questions regarding how many children they had, the distribution of the estate after Mary's death may be illuminating. ++++++++++++ The Last Will and Testament of Solomon Behymer: "In the name of the Benevolent Father of All, I Solomon B Hymer of the County of Clermont and State of Ohio, being of sound mind and memmory do make and publish this my last will and testament in manner and form following, to wit: 1st: It is my will that all my just debts be fully paid - 2nd: It is my will that Mary B Hymer who keeps house for me have all my property both real and personal during her natural life - 3rd: It is my will that at the decease of said Mary B Hymer that all my property that is left unexpended by her both real and personal be equally divided between all my children their heirs and assigns forever. Lastly, I appoint my friend Thomas Sheldon Executor of this my last will and testament, hereby annulling all former wills by me made, and hereby ratifying and confirming this as my last will and testament. In testimony whereof I have hereunto set my hand and seal this 10th day of September AD 1851." Solomon Behymer (seal) signed and sealed in our presence Thomas Sheldon Franklin Whiting ++++++++++++++++ Tom Robison Ossian, Indiana tcrobi@adamswells.com Never forget the importance of history. To know nothing of what happened before you took your place on earth, is to remain a child forever. [unknown]

Tom, I vote for "fun." Most of the other lists are so stiff and rigid. Although I just kinda of "lurk" on this list, I find it not only informative, but also a ray of sunshine. Keep up the good work! Jeannie

I thought it was all just a joke. I do like the jokes. And I thought Richard was teasing also. I have been searching for Catherine Picklesimer b. 1804 married 18-12-1824 Joseph b. 1801 for three years and I still haven't a clue where to find proof of her Parents and a joke now and then is a way to make my DAY. And that is my 10 cents cause 2 cents isn't worth much now a days. At 12:18 AM 11/1/98 +0500, you wrote: >Richard Benz wrote: >>I like it better when you sitck to >>genealogy!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! !!!!! >>!!!!!!!!! > >I'd like it better if you'd lighten up a little bit. Most of us on this >list are friends, and if it came to a vote, I'll wager that the majority >will vote that they enjoy my little funnies from time to time. > >No one forces you to read the messages here. If you don't like the subject, >hit the delete key. > >But a vote is a good idea, now that I think about it. How say ye folks? >Shall we limit the activity on this list to STRICTLY Behymer genealogy, or >can we have a little fun along the way as well? > >Tom > > >Tom Robison >Ossian, Indiana >tcrobi@adamswells.com > >Never forget the importance of history. To know nothing of >what happened before you took your place on earth, >is to remain a child forever. [unknown] > > > > Brenda C. Danials 561 Bulger Av Fostoria, Ohio 44830 419-435-0087 Email bcd17577@bright.net Member & Volunteer- Knott County Historical & Genealogical Society & Library INFORMATION- David Smith 606-785-5751 Email knothist@tgtel.com

Thanks to those of you who sent the votes of confidence. The humor will continue, suitably noted in the subject line, so that it may be deleted unread if so desired. And I will not interrupt you with humor when the list is busy and active with legitimate research. It is good to remind oneself from time to time that genealogy is a hobby (for most folks) and is therefore to be enjoyed. Life is too important to take seriously. Tom Tom Robison Ossian, Indiana tcrobi@adamswells.com Never forget the importance of history. To know nothing of what happened before you took your place on earth, is to remain a child forever. [unknown]

Tom, Personally, I enjoy your sense of humor. You know that. If you want to be our "resident comedian", it's fine with me!!!!!! There is a delete button on every computer for those who don't agree with me.............. Love and best wishes, Kathy Graham Friend

Hi Rob, Elijah Behymer's death date was August 11, 1868 as per probate records at Brown County, Illinois. I also have the bill from the local country store showing his charges for the last six months of his life. Also, a copy of his will and a copy of the sale of his estate. Kathy Graham Friend

Tom's okay! He means no harm, actually he's a fun diversion these Behymer/Beckelhimer/Picklesimer's can get hairy! Deanna

Let's have fun, too. Let's label what we sent accurately. Marion (behymer) vonBeck

Tom Robison wrote: > > "There are three things which are real: God, human folly and laughter. The > first two are beyond our comprehension. So we must do what we can with the > third." JFK > > Words to live by... > > Tom > > Tom Robison > Ossian, Indiana > tcrobi@adamswells.com > > Never forget the importance of history. To know nothing of > what happened before you took your place on earth, > is to remain a child forever. [unknown] I like it better when you sitck to genealogy!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Tom Robison wrote: > > >A man is flying in a hot air balloon and realizes he is lost. He reduces > >height and spots a man down below. He lowers the balloon further and > >shouts: "Excuse me, can you help me? I promised my friend I would meet him > >half an hour ago, but I don't know where I am." > > > >The man below says: "Yes. You are in a hot air balloon, hovering > >approximately 30 feet above this field. You are between 40 and 42 degrees > >N. latitude, and between 58 and 60 degrees W. longitude." > > > >"You must be an engineer" says the balloonist. > > > >"I am" replies the man. "How did you know." > > > >"Well" says the balloonist, "everything you have told me is technically > >correct, but I have no idea what to make of your information, and the fact > >is I am still lost." > > > >The man below says "You must be a manager." > > > >"I am" replies the balloonist, "but how did you know?" > > > >"Well", says the man, "you don't know where you are, or where you are > >going. You have made a promise which you have no idea how to keep, and you > >expect me to solve your problem. The fact is you are in the exact same > >position you were in before we met, but now it is somehow my fault." > > > > Tom Robison > Ossian, Indiana > tcrobi@adamswells.com > > Never forget the importance of history. To know nothing of > what happened before you took your place on earth, > is to remain a child forever. [unknown] I liked it better when you stuck to genealogy!

Hi, Whenever I see Madisonville I immediately think of Madisonville, Ohio. It is a suburb of Cincinnati (zip code 45227) and although it is in Hamilton county it is reasonably close to Clermont county. I have Sarah Ward listed as b. 1815 in Madisonville, Ohio. Perhaps this could be the answer. Samuel is in my husband's line. Samuel - George - Samuel - Christoper - Lew (my husband). Hope this helps. One of the Clermont Co. Bunch, Helen