Posted on: Fairfield Co. Ct Query Forum Reply Here: http://cgi.rootsweb.com/~genbbs/genbbs.cgi/USA/Ct/Fairfield/13361 Surname: Benedict ------------------------- Judy: Thomas and Mary Bridgum are my ancestors also. Am interested in Abraham, son of James and Sara Gregory? I don't have him on my list of their children. Would love to get any additional info you may have on the Benedict's. I have quite a bit of info on them and wouldn't mind double-checking facts. Thank's

Hello, I went to LDS and have a page from the Danbury Vitals 1878 page 27. I am going to list the names and if you have an interest in the Surname please email me and I will send the rest of the info. PULLING, Ward KEELER, Frank MORGAN, Hattie SMITH, Patrick LANE, Franzisca STEVENS, Janette P. KNAPP, Frank ROBERTSON, Alazia BENNETT, Eleanor DANIELS, William CHICHESTER, Abraham HUBBARD, Child HUBBARD, Child ROBINSON, Joseph CARRIGAN, Agnes SPARKS, Sarah J. VAULIN, Evaline KLEIN, Barbara BREWSTER,Harriet GRISWOLD, Edwin PLATT, Cleo FORRESTER, John BENEDICT, Mary E. BLACKMAN, Betsy PHELPS, Newton HANDLEY, Child JENNINGS, Berlow SELLECK, Hannah WARBROKE, Joanna CARRIGAN, Terrence BOERSION, Julia HADSHON, Rose SMITH, Mary SNIFFIN, John McNAMARA, Patsy CREW, Margaret HOYT, Mary MERRITT, Child BRADLEY, Rebecca GREENE, Gardner PICKERING, Kate O'BRIEN, John Regards, Arlene Kalstrom Florida GIUGLARD- Italy, MA JUGLER- Italy, MA, CT MORTIMER- Otley, Bradford England SIDES- Ireland, Bradford England LUMB- ? England, Danbury Connecticut HOWLAND- ?, Danbury Connecticut CURRAN- CT, MA SPORK- NJ, CT FREW-CT, MA

I thought I would make another stab at finding a documented connection between William Frost's (Fairfield Co, d. 1644/45) great-grandson, Abner of Elizabeth, NJ (Abner>Joseph>Daniel>William) and the Josiah Frost who appeared in Allegany County, MD in the 1780s. Although it is widely believed that the Josiah Frost named in Abner's will as his grandson is the same one that arrived in MD, I have not so far found any proof. the problem is that there is no record of the MD Josiah that shows his birth or parentage as far as I know. There was a Josiah Frost who lived in Orange, NJ, very near where Abner lived, but there are records of him being there long after the Josiah appeared in MD. And Jedediah, Abner's son, seems to disappear after the will names him. (There was a Jedediah whose will was registered in NJ about 1849 but that is too late for it to be Abner's son.) A NJ Josiah Frost married Elizabeth Parcell. Then a Josiah and Jedediah and Joseph Frost appeared in Loudin Co., VA shortly before the 1780's. That Josiah had a wife named Elizabeth. A deed signed in VA for Joseph or Josiah had a man named Stites as a witness. There was a Stites family in Fairfield. Can anyone tell me if some Stites's moved to VA? Shortly after the VA Josiah and Elizabeth sold their land, the MD Josiah appears on land records in Cumberland. No MD records mention Elizabeth, and his will (1813) does not, either. So the connection between the Abner, Jedediah and Josiah of NJ and the Josiah in MD is pretty tenuous. The DAR apparently accepts the connection between the VA & MD Josiahs. The VA Josiah served in the Rev. War. Descendants of the MD Josiah are eligible for membership. But getting back to NJ and CT has me stumped. If anyone has any clues to this puzzle, please let me know. Charnee Smit descendant of Josiah Frost of MD

Beth, It's good to hear that someone else remembers Benedict's from the old days. My family moved to Monroe in 1952 and certainly by 1954 I was going with my father over to Benedict's to pick up seeds and chicken feed, I believe AGWAY was then known as Eastern Farmers Cooperative or something like that. Do you also remember the Big Y Feed Store over on Route 25? When the supermarket chain Big Y came out I thought they were one in the same, just switched from animals to humans. By the way, Bill Benedict's oldest son, daughter Jane and his wife still operate the store. Ed Hagerty

Dorothy --- You probably already have this, but, according the HISTORY AND GENEALOGY OF THE FAMILIES OF OLD FAIRFIELD, Donald Lines Jacobus, George Wakeman BARTRAM, son of Job and Ruth (HOLBERTON) BARTRAM, was baptized Sept. 2, 1804. No further information listed. Hope this helps.

Posted on: Fairfield Co. Ct Query Forum Reply Here: http://genconnect.rootsweb.com/gc/USA/Ct/Fairfield/13359 Surname: BARTRAM ------------------------- Looking for information on George Wakeman BARTRAM b. 1804, father Job BARTRAM. Fairfield, Fairfield Co., CT

Posted on: Fairfield Co. Ct Query Forum Reply Here: http://genconnect.rootsweb.com/gc/USA/Ct/Fairfield/13358 Surname: Sutton, Hatter ------------------------- Doing genealogy on Joseph Sutton (parents Daniel Sutton and Harriet Avery) who married Hannah Hatter (parents George Hatter and Sarah Flat) around 1830 in Westchester Co, NY - later moved to Old Greenwich, Conn. had 11 children - One son Samuel Edward Sutton born 1850. Anyone connected?

Posted on: Fairfield County Obituaries Reply Here: http://cgi.rootsweb.com/~genbbs/genbbs.cgi/USA/Ct/FairfieldObits/10456 Surname: HUBBARD ------------------------- This was found in a journal dated 1889. I'm not sure of the day or paper it was published in, but thought it might be of interest. LUTHER PRESCOTT HUBBARD Luther Prescott Hubbard, for thirty-four years secretary of the New England Society in the city of New York, died at his homein Greenwich, Conn., Sept 18, after a few days' illness from bronchial pneumonia. Mr. Hubbard was born at Hollis, NH., June 30, 1808. He attended the district school and Pinkerton Academy in Derry, and but for lack of health would have taken the college education which he ardently desired. In 1824, at Hashua, NH, he had a hand in the building of the first cotton mill in the country, when Lowell, "the city of spinkels." could boast only one small frame factory. In 1825 Mr. Hubbard was, with his father, shaping stones for the Bunker Hill monument. two years later he came to New ork and filled with much satisfaction the place of confidential clerk to Ira Morris & Co. , dealers in granite. In early life Mr. Hubbard had been to a certain extent identified with a set of freethinkers in Boston. Later a great change came over him; in 1833 he became actively interested in the promotion of Christianity among the sailors of this port. The New York Marine Bible Society chose him as its first agent to distribute Bibles among seamen. In 1863 Mr. Hubbard was chosen financial agent of the American Seamen's Friend Society, and for many years had the somewhat unenviable task of soliciting funds. this duty he discharged with rare tact. Thirty six years ago Mr. Hubbard removed to Greenwich, Conn., and built himself a house, which has been among the landmarks of that region. Mr. Hubbard was the author of a "History of the Hubbard FAmily," the descendants of George H. Hubbard, who came from England in 1600; a member of the New Hampshire Antiquarian Society, and for four years warden of the borough of Greenwich, Conn. Mr. Hubbard leaves a widow and four children. One son, L.P. Hubbard of Minneapolis, is at the head of the financial department of the Pillsbury Washburn Flour Mills; another, Frederick A. Hubbard, is a lawyer at Greenwich, Conn. and another is W. N. Hubbard, a physician of this city.

Posted on: Fairfield Co. Ct Query Forum Reply Here: http://cgi.rootsweb.com/~genbbs/genbbs.cgi/USA/Ct/Fairfield/13357 Surname: CARROLL, DYER, LOWDEN, KENNEDY ------------------------- Fairfield County, Greenwich, Byram: I am trying to recall some names and places that my father (now deceased) told me about in stories from his youth. First, I am trying to remember the name of a family who were friends of his. My dad told me that the sons suffered from hemophilia, died at a relatively young age, and were buried in an island tower visible from some of the Byram shore mansions. The family was well known in Greenwich. Second, I would like to know if the "Hirshorn Castle" still exists at Byram Shore. My dad had a lot of fun there when he was young and told me great stories about Mr. Hirshorn and family. The castle was on the shore of the Long Island Sound. Hirshorn was the CEO (I believe) of General Cigar. Thanks for any help.

Posted on: Fairfield Co. Ct Query Forum Reply Here: http://cgi.rootsweb.com/~genbbs/genbbs.cgi/USA/Ct/Fairfield/13355 Surname: Hamilton, Harrison, Willey, Wiley ------------------------- Looking for these surnames,*Thomas Hamilton b.Sept 20, 1815 in Tompkin Co., NY married Melinda Willey March 9, 1835. She was b. Hamilton Co., OH in 1817. Thomas's father was Henry Hamilton died Auburn, NY Cayuga Co. married to Pauline Coy, children Elisha, Mary, Dominicus, Janette, Betsy, Thomas*, Orpha. Thomas & Melinda children, William, Sarah^, Olive, Louisa, Hiram, Horatio, Martha. Sarah is my GG grandmother married Byron crissy in 1858. Looking for her(Sarah^) burial place. Her Husband Byron Crissy died in LeRoy, MN at 58 yrs of consumption & she lived to be 82. She rec'd a pension check in Mystic, IA & her death Apr. 7, 1923, she was listed as living there, but no record of census or death certificate, as we think she was sent to IL, OH, ??? & it was returned because of her death. A distant relative thought she was sent back east to be buried, no verified document or reason, said Highland Park cem. Wondered if there was a family plot back east. We are sure they all migrated from north of Boston, MA or Fairfiled Co., CT down to IN, MI, OH, IL, MN, IA. Does anyone have info on a Highland Park or Highland Cemetery back east in any of these states. Some of the HIghland cemeteries I've checked don't have her!! Any ideas where I could look??? Greatly appreciate any help!! ppyoung@chibardun.net Sincerely, Patricia(Crissey)Young

Posted on: Fairfield Co. Ct Query Forum Reply Here: http://cgi.rootsweb.com/~genbbs/genbbs.cgi/USA/Ct/Fairfield/13354 Surname: Cressy, Crissy, Crissey, Crissie, Cressey ------------------------- Looking for this surnames listed, my GGG Grandfather Abraham Cressy b. 1794 lived in Allegany Co., NY & his wife Cynthia Townsend b. 1813 from Stueben Co., NY. Think these families migrated from above Boston, MA or Fairfield Co.,CT. they moved with 3 children to JoDaviess Co., IL in 1840. Spelling for his children was Crissy, ours is Crissey. Have more info, but want to connect in MA or CT to find Abraham's father or siblings. Greatly appreciate help! ppyoung@chibardun.net Sincerely, Patricia(Crissey)Young

Posted on: Fairfield Co. Ct Query Forum Reply Here: http://cgi.rootsweb.com/~genbbs/genbbs.cgi/USA/Ct/Fairfield/13353 Surname: GRUMMAN, GRUMMON, GRUMMOND, SEAMAN ------------------------- In Fairfield Co., looking for a GRUMMAN/GRUMMON/GRUMMOND connection in NJ. Joan/Joanna GRUMMON m a John SEAMAN bef 1800. They were both b bef 1784 but I know little else. John d in Jersey City, Bergen Co, NJ. Any help will be appreciated (at this point, even rumors will be considered). She is either from CT or Mars & right now I'm betting on Mars.

Posted on: Fairfield Co. Ct Query Forum Reply Here: http://genconnect.rootsweb.com/gc/USA/Ct/Fairfield/13352 Surname: REED, SHEPARD ------------------------- I am looking for information on the parents of Daniel Reed, born in 1787 in CT. His father was supposedly a "Sea Captain and an Artist." I have never found his father's name. I notice in the 1790 census at Fairfield Co, Greenwich twp. CT, that there was a "Captain Eli Reed." Could there be a connection? My ancestor Daniel Reed and wife Prudence (Shepard) had the following children who were born in MA and NY: Abigail, Daniel, William, Lewis, John W., Mary, and Cornelia. I noticed a head of household "Abigail Reed" in the 1790 census at Fairfield Co., Greenwich twp. also. Since Daniel's oldest daughter was given the name Abigail, I thought there could be a connection there also. Does anyone have information on this Reed family? Thank you for any advice you can give me.

Posted on: Fairfield County Obituaries Reply Here: http://cgi.rootsweb.com/~genbbs/genbbs.cgi/USA/Ct/FairfieldObits/10454 Surname: Tyrrell, Terrell, Turrell ------------------------- At Tashua (Trumbull) historical cemetery are headstones of the Tyrrell branch from the line of Nathan Tyrrell, grandson of Roger Tyrrell (Terrill). Roger was 1 of 44 founders of Milford Ct. I have digital pics of these. Obits not available as of yet.

Posted on: Fairfield Co. Ct Query Forum Reply Here: http://cgi.rootsweb.com/~genbbs/genbbs.cgi/USA/Ct/Fairfield/13351 Surname: HURLBETT, SCOBIE, TIEDEMANN, HEATH, RICHARDS, DE MALGLAIVE, SAXTON, BAKER, GUTHRIE, MCGUSTY, SCHNEIWIND ------------------------- Hi, I've added more scans of "Greenwich in Pictures, " to the Fairfield County USGenWeb site. I hope you discover that some of the lovely homes once belonged to your ancestors. --Maureen http://www.rootsweb.com/~ctfairfi/pages/ctfairfi_new.html Link: USGenWeb Project Fairfield County, CT URL: <http://rootsweb.com/~ctfairfi>

I'm inquiring about the Cressy/Crissy/Crissey/Crissie & Hamiltons that came to this county & started out there & then moved to NY & other places & then on to IL, IA, MN, etc. I'm back as far as Abraham cressy born 1794 in & around NY. He married Cynthia Townsend & they had 3 children in Allegany Co., NY. I know there were a lot of Townsends in NY also. Abraham's son Byron Crissy married Sarah E. Hamilton in 1858 & they lived in Rush Twp, JoDaviess Co., IL (they were on the census there in 1860, 1870, 1880). Sarah's father was Thomas Hamilton married to Melinda (First wife) & Thomas's father was Henry Hamilton died in Auburn, Ny Cayuga Co. married to Pauline Coy & they had 7 children, Thomas was the 6th. Does anyone out there know anything about these people, I do have more info, I'm trying to find Sarah's burial place as Byron died at 58 yrs & is buried in LeRoy, Mn & Sarah lived on to be 82 yrs old. She rec'd a Civil War pension check in Mystic,IA where she lived but is not buried there. A distant family member thought she was sent east to be buried in a family plot, & thought it was called Highland cemetery. Sure would appreciate any help!!! my email: ppyoung@chibardun.net Sincerely, Patricia(Crissey)Young

Hi Wonder if there is anyone with information about the Stephen Woodward family- wife Anna Frances Leahey - a daughter Ellen b 5 June 1896 - may be other children. Believe they lived in South Norwalk. Joy

Hi List.... I don't know if this is of interest but this item is for sale on ebay Photo of Andrea Todd of New Milford Conn. who was in the 1954 Miss Universe contest. Here is the link.......I have no interest in this.....I was just ck'ing out stuff from Danbury. http://cgi.ebay.com/aw-cgi/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=1131021087 Regards, Arlene Kalstrom Florida GIUGLARD- Italy, MA JUGLER- Italy, MA, CT MORTIMER- Otley, Bradford England SIDES- Ireland, Bradford England LUMB- ? England, Danbury Connecticut HOWLAND- ?, Danbury Connecticut CURRAN- CT, MA SPORK- NJ, CT FREW-CT, MA

Posted on: Fairfield Co. Ct Query Forum Reply Here: http://cgi.rootsweb.com/~genbbs/genbbs.cgi/USA/Ct/Fairfield/13349 Surname: MEAD ------------------------- Hello, Ronald, I bought a reprint at: http://www.higginsonbooks.com/ Best regards, Maureen Mead Link: The USGenWeb Project, Fairfield County, CT URL: <http://rootsweb.com/~ctfairfi>

In a message dated 4/7/01 3:05:30 PM, GWGEHoyt@aol.com writes: <<<Does anyone know how to obtain or who has the grave records for this Long Ridge Union Cemetery?>>>> George, perhaps you have already tried the Hale Cemetery Records at the CT State Library with copies at various other repositories? I'm not sure if this cemetery is listed, but it might be a possible source for info. Or perhaps the Ferguson Library in Stamford? I searched the card catalog online for the LDS FHC <http://www.familysearch.org> and found numerous records listed for Charles R. Hale. http://familysearch.org/Eng/Library/fhlcatalog/supermainframeset.asp?display=t opicdetails&subject=331509&subject_disp=Connecticut_-_Cemeteries&columns=*,180 ,0