Forwarding to the lists I am own that most likely would be interested in this. I hope it is not improper to do so since I feel this is genealogy too. A couple of the cemeteries I have surveyed are on private property and certainly not being taken care of right here in Thomas Co too. Winnette ----- Original Message ----- From: "Jones, Brad" <Bjones@JJG.com> To: <GA-CEMETERIES-L@rootsweb.com> Sent: Monday, October 02, 2000 11:12 AM Subject: [GA-CEM] Georgia Cemetery Laws-Rights of Access Hello Cemetery list subscribers: I am undertaking a project and am looking for some help, on what I think is an important issue regarding the preservation of historic cemeteries in Georgia. You may not be aware that there is no specific law in the state that allows someone the right to access cemeteries on private property. However, it is the position of the Department of Natural Resources that under the state's common law, rights of access are indeed granted. Yet this is vague and can be easily challenged, perhaps even ignored, by the property owner. I know, because I am having a problem like this right now, trying to access an old cemetery where my ancestors are buried. The property owners refuse to allow me access to the graves to see them or to begin maintaining them, mark them properly, etc. I have contacted an attorney to try to resolve the situation, and it could prove costly. I do not want someone else to have to go through what I have. This is primarily a problem in rural areas. There are cases of old cemeteries on timber land and other areas, and there have been cases where the timber companies will not give specific access either--they basically take a "dont ask, dont tell" position if one wishes to access a graveyard. Basically, the issue is becoming very confusing. Who has responsibilty of such cemeteries? Abandoned cemeteries are protected under state law, which requires local government to take responsibility for them. However, once someone has "claimed" an abandoned cemetery to be the burial place of their ancestors, then it's not abandoned anymore, now, is it? This is where the law becomes tricky. Therefore, I have contacted my state legislator about amending the Cemetery Preservation law to include specific direction and language that allows someone with legitamate claim to a family cemetery previously abandoned to be allowed access to maintain it. It would clear up much confusion and allow for people to be able to preserve thier family history without interference. I have gotten verbal support from such groups as the Cobb County Cemetery Preservation Commission, the Georgia Society of Professional Archaeologists, and the Georgia Trust for Historic Preservation. However, I need further support from those interested from a geneological point of view. If anyone knows of a Georgia geneoloical group interested in having such an amendment passed, please let me know. I plan to meet with my legislator in Mid-November so any help or suport will be appreciated. Thank You. If anyone wishes to contact me you can call me at work or at home at 770-901-9731. Sincerely, Brad Jones Franzman Davis and Associates A Division of Jordan, Jones and Goulding, Inc. 2675 Cumberland Pkwy, Suite 150 Atlanta, GA 30339 phone (770) 432-0731 fax (770) 432-0475 bjones@jjg.com ______________________________

Hi Bonnie: Here I've been looking for my Great, Gr. Grandparents and I have found them at home this morning in a cousin's publication entitled: Richardson: Daniel - John - Littleberry 1790 - 1996 With Childs - Morgans - Deans by Jesse C. Richardson. Library of Congress Catalog Card Number 97-73509. Willoughby L. Richardson's parents were Mesia Gilba Richardson, Sr. (b. 1824) and Mary Ann Mathison. And, I have Ida Overby's (her birth date Oct. 10, 1857, Webster Co., GA) parents: Benjamin Mitchell Overby and Lucy C. Seay. I hope this last paragraph is helpful to you. Let me know. Good luck, June _____________________________________________________________ Goddesspace ---> http://www.goddesspace.com

This was in my morning mail so thought I should get this out if anyone out there has ancestors inturned here. Beej in AZ Subj: Re: BRIDGETON MEMORIAL PARKBRIDGETON MEMORIAL PARK Date: 9/24/00 8:00:25 AM US Mountain Standard Time From: <A HREF="mailto:MSmith3030">MSmith3030</A> Here is a list of names you can send out with your other notes. Pat Jones Smith BRIDGETON MEMORIAL PARK Bridgeton, Missouri 1843 -------- 1963 This burying ground at 4616 Long Road was made into a memorial park in 1962. In 1959 several lawsuits were filed against the City for allowing the cemetery to deteriorate. Individual stones had already been removed "through error and misunderstanding" but members of the Bridgeton Historical Commission were able to learn the names of some who were buried there and a large monument was erected in 1963 which bears this inscription, "We honor the people buried here. They were part of this nations adventure and their vision lighted the path we follow today." At the dedication ceremonies, Mrs. Anna Wilson gave a talk about colored veterans who are buried here. Records indicate that the cemetery was integrated from its beginning in 1858. It was in use as late as 1954 and at least 100 people are buried in the two acres. On the bronze plaque of the monument are the following names: Annie Adams Auston Edwards Enoch Mumps Edward Walker Benjamin Adams Auston Edwards, Jr. Elio Phillips Kit Walker George Adams Grace Edwards Eliza Phillips Lizzie Walker Lottie Adams Katie Edwards Ike Phillips Quiller Walker Ben Alexander The Galliger Family Tilly Phillips Tommy Walker George Alexander Almiria Grannison Walter Phillips Barbara White Henry Alexander Creed Hall Bell Pruitt John White Lucy Alexander Creed Hall, Jr. The Pueroa Family Noah White Eugene Allen Hillard Hall Fred Riddle Shibina White Arthur Bassett Hiram Hall James Robertson Alice Wilson Dr. William Berry Jack Haggerty Will Rush Ernest Wilson Febie Bivens The Heidron Children Baron Scott Geroge Wilson George Bivens Lizzie Hodge Louise Scott Theodore Woodson Lizzie Bivens Steve Hodge Lydia Scott Baby Woolfolk Millie Bivens The Horn Family Laura Smith Hadley Woolfolk Rafe Bivens Nasrus Jackson Roberta Stanton Gibson Wright Samuel Bivens Amy Johnson Lewis Stevenson Hiram Wright Cosley Black George Johnson Fred Steward Mamie Wright Edward Black Julia Johnson Henry Stocker Green Young Hiram Black Robert Johnson Joseph Taylor Mary Ann Young King Black Turner Johnson Abe Thompson Skip Young Sam Balck Mr. Knight Henry Thompson Bell Carter Henry Lewis Hiram Thompson Lilly Cheeks Hal Lint Jenny Thompson Henry Clanton Luvenia Lint Mamie Tucker Fred Dickson The McClure Family Barney Vonsray Joe Duglas, Jr. Jessie Moore Texas Hall Wadlington This list was given to me by The Missouri Historical Society P.O. Box 11940 St. Louis, Missouri 63112-0040 (314) 746-4599 There is a Shirley Wotawa that is seeking information about the persons buried here. If you can help with this project, please contact her at 142 Sheppley Dr. Apt #2, St. Louis, Mo. 63137 You can also contact the St. Louis Dept. of Parks and Recreation Historical Preservation Office at (314) 615-0357. After 3 hours on the phone and the typing....that I'm not that good at...I hope this will help some of you. Pat Jones Smith St, Louis, Missouri

Forwarded for Your Information......Winnette Hello, I live in St. Louis, Missouri and saw on the local news tonight that there is a BRIDGETON MEMORIAL PARK - 1843 - 1963 ( North St. Louis) that is looking for persons with family buried there. The airport is being expanded and they are going to move the CEMETERY. Is there a way to get this message to as many listers as possible in a short amount of time? Can you help! Pat Jones Smith St. Louis, Missouri USA MSmith3030@aol.com

Posted on: Irwin County, Ga Query Forum Reply Here: http://cgi.rootsweb.com/~genbbs/genbbs.cgi/USA/Ga/Irwin/390 Surname: MCCALL ------------------------- lookin for info on C.R.(clifford riley) MCCALL, John R. MCCALL, or Maude Virginia Jeffersmarried C.R. Mccall around 1903.the men are my g and gg grandfathers. they both moved to florida. John R. MCCALL had come from talbot county georgia.dates from 1881 to 1914

Posted on: Irwin County, Ga Query Forum Reply Here: http://genconnect.rootsweb.com/gc/USA/Ga/Irwin/388 Surname: Bishop ------------------------- Information from Irwin County Cemeteries by Jessie Paulk Bishop, Andrew Jackson february 19, 1889-December 17, 1905 son of R. J. Bishop and Easter Bishop Bishop, boney Bryan March 11, 1898-January 20, 1959 Bishop, Cornelia M. November 22, 1873-August 9, 1924 Bishop, Eady H. January 1,1813-November 12, 1913 Wife of Brinkley bishop Bishop, Easter Pridgen June 25, 1854-February 16, 1937 Wife of Robert J. Bishop Bishop, Emma Hunter September 22, 1883-December 31, 1961 Wife of Rev. James bishop m. June 1, 1902 Bishop, Fannie April 28, 1858-December 1, 1898 Wife of James Bishop Bishop, gladys October 27, 1907-May 20, 1917 Bishop, Hershel Claudius January 1, 1921-august 10, 1947 GA CPL USMC WWII Bishop, Infant April 5, 1882-April 17, 1882 Son of James Bishop and Mary Jane Bishop bishop, Rev. James July 31, 1860-November 22, 1939 Husband of Emma Hunter Bishop, Mary Jane January 28, 1862-April 12, 1883 Wife of James Bishop Bishop, Minnie June 2, 1896-July 30, 1931 bishop, R.J. April 19, 1852-December 24, 1936 Husband of Easter Pridgen Bishop m. January 31, 1878 Bishop, w. H. July 3, 1844-February 13, 1930 Bishop, Sarah Frances February 2, 1880-July 27, 1885 Daughter of James Bishop and Mary Jane Bishop All from Frank Primitive Baptist Church Cemetery Listing Irwin County, Ga.

Posted on: Irwin County, Ga Query Forum Reply Here: http://genconnect.rootsweb.com/gc/USA/Ga/Irwin/387 Surname: Bishop, Fleetwood ------------------------- Thank you for posting the gravesite information for W.H. Bishop. It would be very helpful to have the information on the other Bishop graves in the cemetery as it is possible they are members of the family. Again, thank you so much...this is information that I did not have!!

Hi all After the Civil War how were slaves given their freedom in Irwin County? Was their a State of local County Proclamation freeing the slaves after the 13th Amendment? Was their an application process to obtain freedom by the owner or slave? Were slaves given property from the owner? Where would official documents be located for that County (Irwin/Burke)? What reference material would you recommend? If anyone has info on the Dorminey's, does "The Dorminy-Dorminey Book" mention anything about the people that lived on their property? Or any info on person property Tax for Slaves? Or any Slaves that were mentioned in Dorminy Estate/Wills? Or any previous slaves that were under contract after 1865. I am looking for documentation to trace my ancestor (Summer Gibbins/Givings/Givins/Givens) to his last slave owner. I have found his Amnesty Oath (Summer Gibbins, Aug 20, 1867) in 3rd/15th Senatorial District, Irwin County, Ga (GDAH). I have also found Summer and his family (Catherine "Katy"; Wilby; Eave; Rose; and James) living on/next to J. B. Dorminy in the 1870 Census for Irwin County, Georgia. J. B. Dorminy/Dormany/Dorminey was a wealthy business/land/slave owner(1850/60 Slave Schedule) and Senator and Representative from the 3rd/15th Congressional District in Irwin County, GA. He died 12/6/1878. I suspect that Katy (40) was a slave of J.B. or Mrs. Dorminey in 1860 Irwin County Slave Schedule. However, I have also found a "Summer, Sr. and Summer, Jr. in the Inventory and Appraisement of a wealthy land owner, Allen Inman (1806 - 1858) and Ave Murphree Inman Estate (Inman Homestead 2050 Acres, McGruder Place 3000 Acres, and Haislip Land 69 Acres) in Burke County, GA. Both, Summer Sr. and Summer Jr., was awarded to his youngest daughter, Indiana Inman (Jeremiah Inman and Malcolm Jones-Guardians), while other slaves were awarded to the wife, Ava, and to his married daughter and her husband, Virginia L. Inman Jones and Malcolm D. Jones (1/2 owner of McGruder Place) in the division of the Estate in 1861. Two entries for "Summer" (1851 and 1858) are also found the in the Afrogenias Slave Bills of Sale Collection- Slave Data website (Bark Camp Baptist Church Membership List, Burke County, GA). I can't seem to find the microfilm record for that Church so I can check the actual membership list. I have been unsuccessful in finding information on Dorminy and Inman Plantation holdings, but I have found the Dorminy and Inman family genealogy site; however, the family historians/custodians of those sites state that they have no interest in records containing slave holdings or plantation records. I know that the Freedman's Bureau provided transportation to some freemen to reunite family members, but I don't have any documentation on the Waynesboro or Ocilla Office (Augusta District Office) that transportation was provided to Summer to transport him from Burke to Irwin County, GA. Can anyone help me or point me in the right direction? Thanks, Gene Givens Abingdon, MD ggivens@earthlink.net Fax: (800) 627-8870 I Thanks Gene Givens Abingdon, MD

Posted on: Irwin County, Ga Query Forum Reply Here: http://cgi.rootsweb.com/~genbbs/genbbs.cgi/USA/Ga/Irwin/386 Surname: Hayman, Fickling, Pharaoh, Rogers, Handley ------------------------- Do you know the children of this couple? I am looking for any information on John Horne Hayman and Nancy Perkins the parents of my great grandfather John Jasper Hayman, b 29 Mar 1851 in La.. died 1925 Young Co., Tex. Thanks, Theresa

Forward for your information....Winnette *REMINDER FROM JOHN GRIFFIN ABT HIS BOOK: From: John Griffin [mailto:jagriffin@nwinfo.net] Sent: 03 September, 2000 6:11 PM To: GA Division SCV Cc: georgiascv@egroups.com Subject: Book reminder Yes, A commercial. Just a reminder as pay day is here and the discounted price still applies. All proceeds go to our camp and not to me so I hope you will forgive this willful attempt to sway you into purchasing a product that directly supports projects such as scholarships, living history presentations, Colquitt Co Museum of History Confederate Room, Flag Fight to save the Georgia Flag, cemetery upkeep, monument upkeep, etc. IN OTHER WORDS TO KEEP OUR HISTORY AND HERITAGE ALIVE. If you do not have an interest, but know of someone who does, please pass it on. Also if you like, feel free to purchase a copy and donate to your local school or local library and take the tax write off. A win-win situation. Thank you to those who have already ordered or place information in your newsletters, other email lists, camp meetings, etc. John Griffin, Zillah, WA jagriffin@nwinfo.net http://members.xoom.com/jagriffin/JAG.htm JK McNeill SCV Camp #674, Moultrie, GA http://members.xoom.com/JKMcNeillSCVcamp/SCVhomepage.htm The work "Warriors of the Wiregrass" should be back from the printer mid-late September. We are offering this book to those who have indicated an interest at a pre-publication price of $34.95 plus $5.00 S&H, each. Profits from the sale of this work will go directly to Heritage Preservation, living history and the continuing fight to save our Southern Heritage. The suggested retail price of the work is $50.00, which will be the ordering price after September 10th, (with discounts being offered for bulk orders, school, library's and SCV Camps/members.) The completed works will be a soft-bound, 8-1/2 x 11 publication, consisting of approximately 500 pages, covering 14 Regiments Georgia Regiments. (Not a bad price when compared to the $8-$15 price tag on a 4 to 10 page abbreviated history sold by others "up North") 1st Volunteer Infantry Regiment 4th Cavalry (Clinch) 10th Battalion Infantry 11th Cavalry-State Guards 20th Battalion Cavalry 20th Volunteer Infantry 29th Volunteer Infantry 49th Volunteer Infantry 50th Volunteer Infantry 54th Volunteer Infantry 61st Volunteer Infantry 63rd Volunteer Infantry 64th Volunteer Infantry Coffee County Revengers Local Defense Unit If you are interested send a check or money order for $39.95 made to the Moultrie SCV Camp #674, for each book to: Moultrie SCV Camp #674 P.O. Box 1213 Moultrie, GA 31776 Include name, address, phone number. If you are interested in ordering more than one at this price feel free to do so. Inquiries can be sent via email to jack@moultrie.tec.ga.us Please pass along to others.

Posted on: Irwin County, Ga Query Forum Reply Here: http://cgi.rootsweb.com/~genbbs/genbbs.cgi/USA/Ga/Irwin/385 Surname: GAFF, GOFF ------------------------- Rodie Goff is found in the 1900 Irwin Co census with her mother, M. Goff, and sisters, Bettie, Annie and Martha J, and brother William. Jessie Goff born Jan 1878 is shown living at a separate address. I believe he is the father. I am interested in finding any more information about the family. Thank you.

Have a James F Watson born in 1834. His Father was Peter, one of the Watson's that was killed by the Upper Creeks in 1836.......His Father was born in Columbia Co Ga. All we have, may not be the one your looking for.....Winn

Posted on: Irwin County, Ga Query Forum Reply Here: http://cgi.rootsweb.com/~genbbs/genbbs.cgi/USA/Ga/Irwin/384 Surname: Watson, Horton ------------------------- Seeking information regarding James Watson of Irwin county that married a Clarissey Horton there on August 3,1848. Need place of birth and parents names of both please.

I have some "stray" Watsons that do not connect with my Watsons. One is James M. Watson born 1836, no location. He married Jane E. Chesshir. Their children were: (1)Daniel who married Whitmore. (2)Margaret who married David Womack. (3)Sally who m Byron. (4)Walt. (5)Sloman. (6)Jack and (7)Mary Watson. Any names sound familiar? Connie

Posted on: Irwin County, Ga Query Forum Reply Here: http://cgi.rootsweb.com/~genbbs/genbbs.cgi/USA/Ga/Irwin/382 Surname: Watson ------------------------- I'm looking for James M. Watson who was in Dooly County in the 1860's- 70's. I can't find him before then and wonder if his family might have been in Irwin County. He was born in 1836 according to military records. Please let me know if you run across him amd his family.

Posted on: Irwin County, Ga Query Forum Reply Here: http://cgi.rootsweb.com/~genbbs/genbbs.cgi/USA/Ga/Irwin/381 Surname: Wisham, Washam, Worsham, Wishum, Washum, Warsham ------------------------- Boney Wisham b abt 1862 Taylor Co., GA. He is Bony Wishum in the 1900 Worth Co., GA Census b 1864 with wife, Mary A. b May 1870. Children: Joseph C. Wisham b Dec 1886; Linnie L. Wisham b Mar 1888; Rose L. Wisham b Feb 1896. He is the son of John Worsham & Elizabeth Johnson. Larry Washam email trvt34a@aol.com Please visit the Worsham & Washam Family History Home Page at: www.geocities.com/Heartland/Valley/1360 Link: Worsham & Washam Family History Home Page URL: <http://www.geocities.com/Heartland/Valley/1360>

Posted on: Irwin County, Ga Query Forum Reply Here: http://cgi.rootsweb.com/~genbbs/genbbs.cgi/USA/Ga/Irwin/380 Surname: Hudson ------------------------- William Newton Hudson July 17, 1863-May 28, 1926 wife: Minnie Frances Griffin September 2, 1864-February 14, 1953 Children: Bertha, Bessie, Lena, Lilla, Minnie Mae, Tommy, Wm. McKinley, William Newt, DDH Hudson (Dud), Hanson H. Hudson, Sr., Jimmie Hudson,

Posted on: Irwin County, Ga Query Forum Reply Here: http://cgi.rootsweb.com/~genbbs/genbbs.cgi/USA/Ga/Irwin/379 Surname: Thompson ------------------------- I visited the Ocilla Cemetery again. The graves which you are researching are very elaborate. One line has the following: James Herschel Thompson, M. D. January 1, 1858-january 11, 1906 then:Bessie Elarbee Thompson March 9, 1871-September 29, 1931 then: Lena Swindal Smith March 13, 1910-August 19, 1934 then: Clara Thompson Swindal August 28, 1892-February 21, 1945 Most Elaborate are the Sapp graves in next row: M. C. Sapp august 17, 1874-February 26, 1906 Lena, wife of M. C. Sapp June 26, 1896-December 20, 1904 Infant Daughter of M. C. and Lena Sapp b/d December 18, 1904 In another row are: Loris Paulk Kemp January 23, 1902-March 27, 1990 (wife of E. H. Kemp-daughter Joe Ann-from Ocilla Star News) then: Robert V. Paulk 1874-1953 then Josephine E. Paulk 1878-1960 then: Emily Paulk Porter June 21, 1905-September 2, 1962 (wife of Cliff Porter, daughter Mary Joe-from Ocilla Star News.

Posted on: Irwin County, Ga Query Forum Reply Here: http://cgi.rootsweb.com/~genbbs/genbbs.cgi/USA/Ga/Irwin/378 Surname: Bishop ------------------------- W. H. Bishop July 3, 1844-February 13, 1930 is buried in the Frank Primitive Baptist Church Cemetery in Irwin County, Ga. There are 15 other Bishop graves listed in the Paulk-Irwin County Cemetery Book. The names do not match the others which you listed.

June--Thank you so much. I have been looking for the spouses of these two daughters of Robert Paulk. Gloria