This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: SamMozley Surnames: Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/surnames.bennett/535.578.2.1.1.2.1/mb.ashx Message Board Post: No, I don't have a William born around 1823 in my records, but the name William is very common among Bennetts and since at least three different Bennett men, probably related to each other, came to Virginia before 1630, it would almost be surprising to find Bennetts who were NOT from Virginia. Those branches have spread to almost every southern and Midwestern state, so your quest will be, as mine is, complex. However, Virginia posts a lot of colonial-period records on line, so I encourage you to keep trying. Important Note: The author of this message may not be subscribed to this list. If you would like to reply to them, please click on the Message Board URL link above and respond on the board.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: OuidaStarkBrumleyMartin Surnames: Bennett, Corbitt, Corbett, Heist Classification: death Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/surnames.bennett/9662/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Ouida Gaynelle Bennett (born Oct. 11, 1908 in Oberry, GA), the daughter of Timothy Gordan Bennett (Nov. 15, 1883, Nasheville, Berrien County, GA) and Levi Jane Corbitt (Feb. 7, 1887, Clinch County, GA) died today at 100. She lived an incredibly full life and had stories that would thrill us as we were growing up about her family and the days of old. Those stories were taken too fast though as she had lost her place in this world 20 years ago to senile dementia. She will be buried next to her husband John Alden Heist in Mt. Dora, Lake County, Florida. As she would have said... "The Old Grey Mare... she ain't what she used to be... ain't what she used to be... ain't what she used to be.... Important Note: The author of this message may not be subscribed to this list. If you would like to reply to them, please click on the Message Board URL link above and respond on the board.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: Ceparana Surnames: Bennett Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/surnames.bennett/6169.1.1.2.1/mb.ashx Message Board Post: No, I haven't seen your message - I'm new to the board. He could be related, but I haven't run across him yet. The families were quite large then and he could be in a branch I have not looked at. Regards, Dave Important Note: The author of this message may not be subscribed to this list. If you would like to reply to them, please click on the Message Board URL link above and respond on the board.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: RanchRat Surnames: Bennett, Howarth Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/surnames.bennett/535.578.2.1.1.2/mb.ashx Message Board Post: I am watching with interest your exchange about Bennetts in Georgia and Virginia. My GGGFa was William H. Bennett born about 1823, probably in KY. Married in 1855 to Jane Howarth of England. I find William in the 1870, 1880 census but have no information about his earlier years, parents, or siblings. The 1880 census gives his parents' birthplaces as VA. Does this person appear in your genealogical research; I would appreciate information. Important Note: The author of this message may not be subscribed to this list. If you would like to reply to them, please click on the Message Board URL link above and respond on the board.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: RanchRat Surnames: Bennett, Howarth Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/surnames.bennett/6169.1.1.2/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Perhaps you have seen my message under William H. Bennett b abt 1823 probably in KY; m 1855 Gallia Co, OH to Jane Howarth of England. I cannot locate any parents or siblings for him. Is he by any chance in your Bennett lineage? Important Note: The author of this message may not be subscribed to this list. If you would like to reply to them, please click on the Message Board URL link above and respond on the board.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: jmfreed Surnames: Bennet Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/surnames.bennett/9661/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Does any reader know the Bennet (apparently one t, not two t's) ancestry of the newly appointed U.S senator from Colorado, Michael F. Bennet? (He is replacing Ken Salazar.) Michael F. Bennet was formerly the very successful superintendent of the Denver Colorado schools. The only "early background" information (but no ancestral information) that I can readily find is that Bennet earned his bachelor's degree in history with honors from Wesleyan University (Connecticut) and his law degree from Yale Law School, where he was the Editor-in-Chief of The Yale Law Journal. I'm very curious to find out if this Michael F. Bennet has any family connection whatsoever to Hiram Pitt Bennet, Colorado's first territorial representative to the U.S. House, and the person who was instrumental in establishing the U.S. Mint at Denver. Jim Freed, Ohio jmfreed@midohio.net Important Note: The author of this message may not be subscribed to this list. If you would like to reply to them, please click on the Message Board URL link above and respond on the board.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: Ceparana Surnames: Bennett Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/surnames.bennett/6169.1.1.1/mb.ashx Message Board Post: I will try to learn more by visiting the New England area this summer if I can manage the time. I live in Italy and only return to the the US every other year. Is your father Thomas the brother of Donald Bennett of Cincinnati? He is my grandfather. I'll let you know if I learn anything. Regards, David James Bennett email: ceparana@alice.it Important Note: The author of this message may not be subscribed to this list. If you would like to reply to them, please click on the Message Board URL link above and respond on the board.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: wendymcdou Surnames: Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/surnames.bennett/6169.1.1/mb.ashx Message Board Post: My goodness. That was a long time ago! If you are part of the Witham-Bennett family, then we are definitely cousins (my father, Thomas Bennett, was the only one of the Ohio branch to leave and eventually venture west). Though this is definitely a hobby with me, I believe our ancestor, John Bennett, was actually born in Woodstock, Wyndham, CN. in 1730 and was married to Hannah Bridges in 1764 in York, York Co., Maine. He may have had a previous marriage. They had two sons. John Clermont Bennett was born in 1764/65 and married Olive Witham. James Bennett was born on Dec 8, 1766 and married Olive's sister, Catherine (which makes my grandparents second cousins). We haven't been able to trace the Bennett line back further than this; nor have we been able to find information on his death at sea. I would really appreciate anything else you might discover. Wendy Bennett Mc Dougald Important Note: The author of this message may not be subscribed to this list. If you would like to reply to them, please click on the Message Board URL link above and respond on the board.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: liannemurp Surnames: Bennett Hogg Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/surnames.bennett/9660/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Wonder if anyone could help with information on an elusive branch of my family in the USA. I can't seem to find them before their marriage in 1872 no matter how hard I look and I just know there has to be something. (Both spellings Bennett & Bennet are used in the records I have) Henry Francis Bennet (b. c1850) and Eliza Hogg (b. c1847) were married in Manhattan, NY on 2nd April 1872, residence at the time is given as 285 Mott St, NY. Although I can't find them on the USA census returns for 1870. There is some confusion over Henry's place of birth. On 1881 UK census is Liverpool, UK, on 1891 UK census is Pine Bluff, Arkansas and on 1901 UK census is Co. Mayo, Ireland!!!! His parents according to his marriage cert (although difficult to decipher) are Robert Bennet and Susan McGuire/McGurer?) Eliza is always born in Liverpool, UK. Her parents (according to near illegible marriage cert) are John Hogg and Sarah McKal? Their eldest daughter, Isabella was born in America , (although confusion between NY and NJ) c1873 according to her age on the various census returns and on her marriage cert which I have a copy of. Their second child Louisa was born in Liverpool on the 22nd June 1874. The third child William was also born in Liverpool in 1876. Any info of the families in the USA (not sure when they arrived as yet) or a record of a birth for Isabella would be greatly appreciated. They must have travelled back to the UK between 1873 and June of 1874 but can't as yet find a record of this. thanks Lianne Important Note: The author of this message may not be subscribed to this list. If you would like to reply to them, please click on the Message Board URL link above and respond on the board.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: StephenMason75 Surnames: Bennett Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/surnames.bennett/9659/mb.ashx Message Board Post: I'm trying to find info on my mothers biological mother, Violet Eileen Florence Bennett. My mother was born Irene Bennett 20th Feb 1947 at 26 Wolverton Avenue, Kingston, Surrey. She was adopted shortly after and had her name changed. After my mother passed away I found her adoption certificate which enabled me to order her original birth certificate. This shows her mother (Violet) as a lift attendant of Larcom Street, Walworth, London. It also has her mothers name as the informant V.Bennett of Richmond Park Av, Kingston, Surrey. Can anyone help me find more about these Bennetts who are my biological grandparents!? Important Note: The author of this message may not be subscribed to this list. If you would like to reply to them, please click on the Message Board URL link above and respond on the board.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: angiehopkins74 Surnames: Bennett, Farris, Hayden, Hayton Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/surnames.bennett/9658/mb.ashx Message Board Post: I am searching for any information on Mary Lavinia Bennett born sometime in the 1860s and married to John Thomas Farris (born also in the 1860s). They lived in the Chilhowie VA area and possibly in Washington CO Va. They have a daughter Maude Lillian Farris born 3-18-1885 who married John Thoams Hayton(Hayden). Any information is appreciated as I am at a dead end. Thanks. Important Note: The author of this message may not be subscribed to this list. If you would like to reply to them, please click on the Message Board URL link above and respond on the board.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: angiehopkins74 Surnames: Bennett, Farris, Hayden, Hayton Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/surnames.bennett/9657/mb.ashx Message Board Post: I am searching for any information on Mary Lavinia Bennett born sometime in the 1860s and married to John Thomas Farris (born also in the 1860s). They lived in the Chilhowie VA area and possibly in Washington CO Va. They have a daughter Maude Lillian Farris born 3-18-1885 who married John Thoams Hayton(Hayden). Any information is appreciated as I am at a dead end. Thanks. Important Note: The author of this message may not be subscribed to this list. If you would like to reply to them, please click on the Message Board URL link above and respond on the board.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: ruthannebennett Surnames: Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/surnames.bennett/535.578.2.1.1.1.1/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Jesse Bennett is William's brother. William (child #1 of 9)seems to be the oldest child of Elizabeth Dodson and John Bennett while Jesse (child #8 of 9) is their youngest son. Bartholomew/Bartley is William's son. Bartholomew had 4 daughters with Sarah Bennett (dau. of Jesse) and 8 children (6 girls and 2 sons) with wife #2. The Bennetts had very large families. My husband's great-grandfather was the youngest of the 12--he was born 2 months after his father's death. Please keep in touch. Let me know if you find any information that we need! Ruth Bennett fstop2@aol.com Important Note: The author of this message may not be subscribed to this list. If you would like to reply to them, please click on the Message Board URL link above and respond on the board.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: SamMozley Surnames: Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/surnames.bennett/535.578.2.1.1.1/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Thanks for the pointers to Dodson data and the Pittsylvania County VA Bennett book. I have not tried to track descendants of my ancestors' siblings very far, so I will pass at least for the time being on your offer of Louisiana Bennett data. I would like to know how your Jesse fits in, or in other words. why he is not in W.C.'s Will. However, I will always be interested in anything you find about our common ancestors, and will share my findings with you. For example, there is good documentation of our William Columbus's Revolutionary War service in VA artillery and the Va (!) navy boat Liberty, one of the most active American vessels in the Chesapeake throughout the War. Important Note: The author of this message may not be subscribed to this list. If you would like to reply to them, please click on the Message Board URL link above and respond on the board.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: SamMozley Surnames: Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/surnames.bennett/535.578.3/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Anyone reading my previous posting should read subsequent ones. It is incorrect about the ancestry of my ancestor William Columbus Bennett. Important Note: The author of this message may not be subscribed to this list. If you would like to reply to them, please click on the Message Board URL link above and respond on the board.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: Ceparana Surnames: Bennett Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/surnames.bennett/6169.1/mb.ashx Message Board Post: I am looking for information on John Bennett and Hannah Bridges as well. Have you found anything since posting your message? I am a descendant of the Withams and Bennetts of Withamsville. Regards, David Bennett Important Note: The author of this message may not be subscribed to this list. If you would like to reply to them, please click on the Message Board URL link above and respond on the board.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: ruthannebennett Surnames: Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/surnames.bennett/535.578.2.1.1/mb.ashx Message Board Post: I totally agree about confusion with this Bennett line. There are two un-related Bennett families in Pittsylvania County, VA. The key to this line lies with the Dodson connection. There is a 2-volume book on the Dodson family. I am not at all sure if this family is part of the Jamestown Bennetts. It seems likely that William Columbus's father is John, son of Elizabeth Rice and William Bennett. William was born Oct. 16, 1691. This is from the Pittsylvania Co. Bennett "historian." The last time we talked Donald Bennett's email was Archidon2@aol.com Bartley is Bartholomew. Census records, marriage, land deeds, etc. in Louisiana name him Bartholomew most of the time. I did find a few times he was named Bartley. Uncle/father-in-law Jesse uses the names Dodson, William, etc. for his children. We know that Bartholomew married his first cousin Sarah. There is a Jesse Dodson--brother to Elizabeth Dodson. Have you seen the book written by Bettie Cox Collie? She lives in NC and compiled/wrote the book about 10 years ago. The Bennetts of Pittsylvania County, VA. Donald helped her with quite a bit of it. Several Louisiana descendants added our 2 cents worth. Thanks for updating this line. I did not know the name of William's first wife. Please keep in touch. If you are interested in the LA family, I will gladly send what I have. Ruth in Louisiana Important Note: The author of this message may not be subscribed to this list. If you would like to reply to them, please click on the Message Board URL link above and respond on the board.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: SamMozley Surnames: Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/surnames.bennett/535.578.2.1/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Thank you for this posting. It points to some likely confusions of William Bennetts in the Georgia Bennett book. I do know that Rachel White Bennett is my ancestor, because she is buried near her son William Benjamin and grandson Camelious Bennett, my g-g-grand-father, in the Fayetteville, GA City Cemetery. Some records list her maiden name as Jacob. Several records I had of Rachel's husband William Columbus, assuming him to the the son of William Columbus and Mary Frances Baugh, indeed don't make sense. Your William Columbus son of John fits known dates better. However, I do have some conflicts with your records. I have no records of sons named Bartholomew or Jesse. I suppose one or both might have been sons of W.C. by his first wife, about whom I did not know. Twelve children of Rachel and W.C. are listed in his Will of 25 July 1822 in Jackson Co, GA. (transcribed into the Georgia Bennett book), but none are named Jesse and one is named Bartley, not Bartholomew. A letter written by Arnold Bennett, son of W.c. and Rachels' son Asa about 1917 (transcribed into the GA Bennett book) says his Uncle Bartley settled in Louisiana. He also says Asa and Bartley's brother, his Uncle William Benjamin (my ancestor), owned and visited land in Texas before settling in Fayette County, GA. Do you have any ancestry of this W.C.'s father John? I have a John with brothers named William and Jesse, the three of them sons of a John Bennett who died in Isle of Wight County, VA on 4 October 1770. The dates seem about right, but I have nothing but names of this John's children, but got from the GA Bennett book that he descended from Thomas Bennett who came to Jamestown, VA from England before 1625. Important Note: The author of this message may not be subscribed to this list. If you would like to reply to them, please click on the Message Board URL link above and respond on the board.

Hi all, Here are the BENNETT resources at GenealogyBuff.com http://www.genealogybuff.com BENNETT in the Surname Data Utility http://www.genealogybuff.com/data.htm#Bennett BENNETT in the User-Contributed Data Forum http://www.picosearch.com/cgi-bin/ts.pl?index=71492&query=Bennett BENNETT in the User-Contributed Obituary Forum http://www.picosearch.com/cgi-bin/ts.pl?index=72142&query=Bennett Hope these help. Bill

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: ruthannebennett Surnames: Bennett Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/surnames.bennett/535.578.2/mb.ashx Message Board Post: William Columbus Bennett and his brother Jesse are the sons of John Bennett and Elizabeth Dodson (daughter of Thomas Dodson and Elizabeth Rose) of Pittsylvania County, VA. They left VA before 1800 and moved south. William and 2nd wife Rachel (White) died in GA. William's son Bartholomew and Jesse Bennett were in East Feliciana, LA by 1816. Bartholomew married Jesse's daughter Sarah in LA. After her death Bartholomew remarried. Jesse married Martha Paul. They died in LA before 1825. Most of their descendants remained in the area, although many settled in MS or moved on to TX. Important Note: The author of this message may not be subscribed to this list. If you would like to reply to them, please click on the Message Board URL link above and respond on the board.