Does anyone have any info on this family? Thompson Coleman m. Francis Georgia Jones Vining Parsons on 11-10-1872 in Rusk Co. They were parents to: Edward Vining (her son by first marriage) Thompson H. Coleman b. 9-4-1873 in Rusk Co. m. Elizabeth Mosenton 3-13-1898 in Wood Co. Matthew Walton Coleman b. 11-18-1874 in Rusk Co., m. Martha "Mattie" Gabrille Watson in 10-29-1899 in Wood Co. Mary Coleman b. 1876 in either Rusk or Wood Co. Also looking for information on Augustus Jones (Francis Jones Coleman brother) All I know is that he was living in Wood Co. in 1880. The census says he was 40 living with his wife Lucy 31, Augustus W. Jones (his nephew), Francis Georgia (his widowed sister), her children, Edward, Thompson, Matthew and Mary. And his uncle George Reed. Thanks for any help. Thanks Bev Gill Barnes

Can anyone tell me how often mortality schedules came out and what all did they include? Thanks Bev

>From what I have found so far, it appears that the Mortality schedules covered all deaths in the 12 months immediately preceding the U.S. Census in the years 1850, 1860, 1870, & 1880. I have not seen one in some time, & didn't take down the exact format, but as nearly as I can recall, they give name, date of death, place of death, & presumed cause of death. My Gr Gr Gr Gr Grandfather Nathaniel E. Hunt appeared on the 1850 Mortality schedule for San Augustine, Texas as having died 8-8-1849 of 'rheum. pains'. Jerry Murdock ----- Original Message ----- From: <[email protected]> To: <[email protected]> Sent: Wednesday, June 30, 1999 10:15 PM Subject: Mortality Schedule > Can anyone tell me how often mortality schedules came out and what all > did they include? > Thanks Bev >

Hello Ya'll please don't think I am crazy. But I told my son I would see what I could find out. He read that Lou Diamond Phillips is Cherokee Indian & from East Texas. So he thinks we are related. Not totally out of the question but not very likely either. So does anyone know any thing about Lou Diamond Phillips or his family living anywhere around East Texas? Thanks all, Ronda

I am searching for any information or descendants of William OWEN(S) who lived in Robertson County. William & wife Elizabeth came to Texas in early 1837 with their children, some who may have been married at this time. William died ca 1850 in Robertson Co and wife Elizabeth died before 1860 census. In the 1850 Robertson county census, she was listed as head of household with children John, Samuel F.E. (believed to be known as Frank) and Sarah Ann. Sarah Ann Owen(s) was born 1836 in TN and married Walker BUSBY in 1853 Robertson County. In my research of this family, I have not been able to find anything more on any of the above. There were 12 children of William & Elizabeth and all but one lived in Texas, so I am sure I have many Owen(s) cousins I have not found. Are any reading this? I hope someone will have some information and/or leads for me. Thanks Wanda [email protected]

Kim, These would be the marks and brands used to identify livestock. Brands were used on cows, horses, and mules. Marks were on other livestock, usually cutting notch(es) in the ear(s). Jim Barrett Bedford, TX ----- Original Message ----- From: <[email protected]> To: <[email protected]> Sent: Tuesday, June 29, 1999 9:52 PM Subject: Marks and Brandings > Good evening, folks > I received an email today from a gentleman in Texas who has corresponded me > in regard to my search of my slave ancestors: GUNTER, MCKNIGHT, > ANDERSON/FLOURNOY. > > Today he listed a few things that were in their county newsletter mostly from > various tax rolls he suggested I look into. The last entry he made was > written as "Marks and Brands" and was as followed: > > Marks and Brands. Milas GUNTER, 2 miles NW of Quitman, recorded brand 10 Jan > 1880. > > Could someone tell me what Marks and Brands is about? I've never heard of > it. Milas GUNTER is my 3rd great grandpa > Thanks, > > Kim > >

Hello, I am searching for any info or relations of Floyd Washington DeLoach and wife Roxey Ann Kilbourn (Kilborn) who lived in Freestone County around 1862 --ca 1900. They had children Charles Augustus, b. AR; John b. TX. 1862; Buena Vista b. TX probably Freestone Co.; William Floyd b. probably Freestone Co; Rebecca Ora born Freestone Co. and another son who died at age 16, probably in Freestone Co. My grandmother Rebecca Ora DeLoach married W.D. Owen in Freestone County. Roxey Ann Kilborn had a brother James Buchanan Kilborn who lived in Freestone County about the same time period ad Floyd & Roxey and had children who lived & married in Freestone County.. Sure hope there is someone out there than can fill in some blanks for me. Wanda [email protected] P.S. I am a one day old new subscriber.

Judy, My mother told me that such names have roots in Puritanism. It was hoped that such names would inspire their bearers to emulate the virtue suggested by the name. In my own genealogy, I have found such names as Thankful, Remembrance, Reason, Constance, Mercy, and Experience. Hope this helps a little. Allen :-)

Hello, I have just subscribed to this mail list and am unsure if I have the right mail list for me as I am not acquainted with Texas counties.. I am searching for my Owen(s) ancestors in various Texas counties and thought to try this mail list. The desired counties are Wise, Walker, Robertson, Montgomery & Freestone. Do any of these counties fit in this mail list catagory? Thank you Wanda [email protected]

Mark A CROP the right, a SWALLOWFORK the left Branded BAR HEART on the left side My fathers mark and brand--his brothers had variations of this--his father branded IOU Kenneth

And then the marks and brands were registered at the court house if we are lucky enough to find them. That at least proves our ancestor was in that location at that time. Betty [email protected] wrote: > In a message dated 06/29/1999 7:56:54 PM US Mountain Standard Time, > [email protected] writes: > > > > > Could someone tell me what Marks and Brands is about? > > It has to do with marking and branding livestock, especially cattle.

I am looking for information on McGills and/or Disspain(any spelling) who came to the Smith/Hopkins Co. area from Alabama- area around Birmingham specifically Jefferson, Walker or St. Clair Co.- The McGills and Disspains may have had some connection to the King family. Thanks-Any bit of information would be appreciated. Thanks!

Kim, Livestock--horses, cattle, etc. were branded with a branding iron with the pattern of the owner. Marks were notches in the animals ears to signify ownership. In earlier times, the animals, especially cattle, roamed free and unfenced. When a stray was found by another person, he returned the animal to the owner whose brand he recognized. It was a good honor system. The Hood County TX genealogy society has their book of marks and brands online with a list of the owners. Polly > Today he listed a few things that were in their county newsletter mostly from > various tax rolls he suggested I look into. The last entry he made was > written as "Marks and Brands" and was as followed: > > Could someone tell me what Marks and Brands is about? I've never heard of > it. Milas GUNTER is my 3rd great grandpa > Thanks, > > Kim

In a message dated 6/29/99 10:34:15 PM Central Daylight Time, [email protected] writes: > There really are different drawings of > animal ears so each farmer could show his notches and cuts and make that > public record. > We did the same with our cattle up to probably 1985,notched the left ear on the bottom side. Now we just brand only. Kevin in Texas

Could someone please tell me the meaning of some of the following names? Thank you in advance. Judy Patience Perseverance Obedience Remember Humility They are so unusual and must have meaning behind them... .

You know, it's strange how things happen, but to make a long story short-- I was upstairs in the library looking at some old magazines that I've collected over the years. My son is getting married in July so I thought I might find an idea or two to use at the wedding. Well, tucked away up there was some papers that are quite significant in my family research. These papers take the Borden line back to the early 1700s in Virginia. And another interesting note--appears that James G.W. Clayton may have been from South Carolina instead of Virginia. But the most exciting find was about the headright of James G.W. Clayton. Seems that a Shelby County man filed a deed claiming that Clayton had sold 3,390 acres to him for $575. Upon the death of Clayton, his minor son petitioned the courts to appoint the sister's husband his legal guardian. The sister's husband filed a suit against the Shelby County man. The courts awarded the grant back to the minor children of Clayton. The deed was proved a forgery since Clayton could neither read nor write. Maybe there should be a moral to this story--leave no stone unturned, even the ones in your own attic. Am still interested in finding the parents of James G.W. Clayton. Any help would be appreciated.

I'm looking for Thomas Nicholas born in TN. He had at least one son. His name was Columbus C. Nicholas. I have a 1900 census(Rusk Co., TX) showing that Thomas being the father but not head of household, living with Columbus. This says that Thomas was born April 1821 and was 79 when 1900 census was taken. He wasn't listed with son in 1910 census. Does Thomas have another son by the name of John T. Nicholas born abt 1862 or 1863(married Josephine Lynch)? He was also from Tn. but moved to Rusk Co., and buried in Rusk Co., TX. I would appreciate any information anyone could spare. Thanks:) Rhonda

Dear Kim, Finally! A question I can help with! In the local county courthouse there are usually 3 or 4 old ancient dusty books for "marks and brands" for the livestock in the county back in our g-grandpa's day. And they are something to see indeed! Be patient when you go to a county courthouse and ask to see them.... they are usually buried and covered with 150 years of dust. Not many people even know they are there! The brands were just as you might suspect - a hot metal burned into the hide of a cow, horse, mule or steer, etc. just like you've seen them do on old west movies where cattle drives are involved. The marks.... well.... those were really pretty unique and as I understand, they were used mostly for the hogs that ran loose around each farm and onto the other farms nearby. The marks were notches and cuts made in the hog's ears. Each farmer had his own set of "marks" to identify the animal as his, and the "mark" was registered at the local courthouse along with the farmer's "brand" that he put on his cattle. Ofcourse it wasn't required to have these marks recorded and made of public record, but most people did so to protect their livestock and their claims. The books are fascinating to review! There really are different drawings of animal ears so each farmer could show his notches and cuts and make that public record. The first time I ever saw the books I thought they were hysterical, but then it settled in and make perfect sense. This was the only practical way, back then, to identify their hogs. Then when they had the "fall roundup" if you will, everyone could tell which hog belonged to whom. Pretty neat stuff, really. Simple and effective for the time. Amy McCroskie Denver, CO

In a message dated 06/29/1999 7:56:54 PM US Mountain Standard Time, [email protected] writes: > > Could someone tell me what Marks and Brands is about? It has to do with marking and branding livestock, especially cattle.

Good evening, folks I received an email today from a gentleman in Texas who has corresponded me in regard to my search of my slave ancestors: GUNTER, MCKNIGHT, ANDERSON/FLOURNOY. Today he listed a few things that were in their county newsletter mostly from various tax rolls he suggested I look into. The last entry he made was written as "Marks and Brands" and was as followed: Marks and Brands. Milas GUNTER, 2 miles NW of Quitman, recorded brand 10 Jan 1880. Could someone tell me what Marks and Brands is about? I've never heard of it. Milas GUNTER is my 3rd great grandpa Thanks, Kim