Hi all, Below is a copy & paste I've done from my ggg-grandfather's will. I'm wondering if anyone can help me understand it. I've found lots 12 & 13 -- they appear to be smack in the middle of the Illinois River. Does anyone know where this land is? Also, does anyone have any ideas about how to print the plat maps at the Federal Land Plat website? I give devise and bequeath unto my beloved wife Lettitia Watson the house and Lot on which we now reside situated in the Town of Meredosia in said county lots no. thirteen (13) and fourteen in block twelve in said town�Lots no. twelve (12) and thirteen (13) a part of section no. (16) north range No. thirteen (13) West of the _________________ this a principal of meridian in township. No. Sixteen containing twenty-two acres of land -- and lott no. fifteen (15) of block twelve (12) is ________________ and Sylesworthe addition to the town of Meredosia of said county also a certain tract of land designated and known as the northwest quarter of the north west quarter of section fifteen (15) in township sixteen (16) north of range thirteen (13) west of the third (3) principal meridian. Also the south most fractional quarter of section ten (10) in town and range as above also the east half of the west half of section three (3) town and range as above except twenty one acres and 9! 0/100 of an acre in the south east quarter of the South west quarter of said section three (3) which was entered by Edward A. Fox to have and to hold the same to him � also the south west fractional quarter of the north west quarter of section fifteen (15) township. Sixteen (16) north range thirteen (13) west of the third (3) principal meridian containing thirty six acres 44/100 of an acre � two hundred and eighty acres to wit. The north west of the north west the south west of south west of the south west and the south west of the south west of section three (3) in township sixteen north of range thirteen (13) west of the 3 PM also the south east of the south quarter of section nine (9) in same township and range as established by the survey as general of the United States which said tract of land was sold to the ____________ Edward Watson. The condition of this will is such that the said Lettitia Watson wife of said Edward Watson is to hold and have the control of the aforesaid property and the benefits accruing there from during her life time providing she remains the widow of said Edward Watson. Thanks for any help! Marie Ginter Butcher Elmira, NY --------------------------------- Do you Yahoo!? Yahoo! SiteBuilder - Free, easy-to-use web site design software

Hi Nancy! I have a Herman Hess from nearby Schuyler and/or Brown County, IL in my family. Born 10 Mar 1894, died Oct 1975. Could this be the same Herman Hess? Thanks, Chris Nelson ----- Original Message ----- From: <nmghr@cox.net> To: <ILMORGAN-L@rootsweb.com> Sent: Monday, September 01, 2003 6:33 PM Subject: [ILMORGAN] Re: surnames I am researching > This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. > > Classification: Query > > Message Board URL: > > http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/rw/Ih.2ADE/983.3 > > Message Board Post: > > What Hess do you have in your family. I found in the marriage license in Illinois a J. Herman Hess who married a Melvina Kuhlman and also one where he married a Anna Tieman.. Is this your family. Love to hear from you. Nancy Hess nmrgfh@cox.net > > > ==== ILMORGAN Mailing List ==== > Lost your ancestors burial place? We have all known cemetery > inscriptions online, except three large Jacksonville ones. Click on > Township Links on Cemetery Page at: > http://www.rootsweb.com/~ilmorgan/twp-cem.htm >

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: Beauchamp, Kuhlman, Coy, Bunce, Hess Classification: Query Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/rw/Ih.2ADE/983.3.1 Message Board Post: I am a direct descendant of Melvina (Beauchamp) Kuhlman Hess through a daughter (Sarah Elizabeth (Kuhlman) Coy) of her first marriage. Esther "Melvina" Beauchamp was born 10 Aug. 1844 in Cass County, IL. I think her parents were Samuel and Esther Robins (Bunce) Beauchamp. Melvina married (1) 29 Mar. 1864, in Morgan County, IL to Frederick E. Kuhlman (1843-1880). Then she married (2) to J. Herman Hess and died 10 Apr. 1882, in Morgan County, IL. I really have no information about the Hess family, but would like to learn about them. Thanks

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Classification: Query Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/rw/Ih.2ADE/983.3 Message Board Post: What Hess do you have in your family. I found in the marriage license in Illinois a J. Herman Hess who married a Melvina Kuhlman and also one where he married a Anna Tieman.. Is this your family. Love to hear from you. Nancy Hess nmrgfh@cox.net

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: Gorman, Bagner, Barrett, Hefferman Classification: Obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/rw/Ih.2ADE/1146 Message Board Post: Gorman. James Gorman died Sunday morning at 8:30 at his home in Pisgah. He leaves to mourn their loss a wife and four children; also three sisters -- Mrs. Wm. Bagner, of Woodson; Mrs. D. W. Barrett, of St. Louis, and Mrs. Pierce Hefferman, of this city. The body will be brought to this city and will be taken direct to the Church of Our Savior, where the services will be held at 12 o'clock to-morrow. from: Jacksonville Courier (Jacksonville, IL); 3 May 1897, p2 c6; Illinois State Historicial Society, Springfield, IL.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: Gorman, Bagner, Barrett, Hefferman Classification: Obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/rw/Ih.2ADE/1145 Message Board Post: Gorman. James Gorman died Sunday morning at 8:30 at his home in Pisgah. He leaves to mourn their loss a wife and four children; also three sisters -- Mrs. Wm. Bagner, of Woodson; Mrs. D. W. Barrett, of St. Louis, and Mrs. Pierce Hefferman, of this city. The body will be brought to this city and will be taken direct to the Church of Our Savior, where the services will be held at 12 o'clock to-morrow. from: Jacksonville Courier (Jacksonville, IL); 3 May 1897, p2 c6; Illinois State Historicial Society, Springfield, IL.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: Fox, Hart, Runkle, Sperry Classification: Will Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/rw/Ih.2ADE/1144 Message Board Post: Transcribed by Susan Krueger The Last Will and Testament of Elisha Fox Deceased. I Elisha Fox of the City of Jacksonville, Morgan County, State of Illinois, being of sound mind and memory do make this my Last Will and Testament, and do declare and publish this as my Last Will and Testament, hereby revoking all fomer wills made by me. I. I direct that my funeral expenses and all my just debts be fully paid. II. Having in the past given to my seven children herein after named money, personal property and real estate of the total value set opposite each of their respective names to each of which I hereby direct that such sum is to be charged as an advancement. To Flavias C Fox, Four thousand four hundred and fifty dollars; to Samuel L Fox, Twelve thousand five hundred dollars; to my deceased daughter Mary L runkle Five hundred dollars; to my daughter Emily J K Hart Three thougsand five hundred dollars; to my son Thomas U Fox Three thousand five hundred dollars; to my daughter Nellie May Sperry Twelve hundread and five dollars; to my son Eulalia E Fox, Three thousand five hundred dollars. I direct and it is my will that each of said children and their heirs and legal representatives be charged with said sums set opposite their respective names as so much of an advancement to each of them. And I drect and will that the portion of Mary L Runkle, deceased, who would have taken a childs part under this will be divided amoung her three children, Elisha Runkle, Marion Runkle, and Lewallen Runkle, share and share alike, reminder to survivor. It bring my intention to divide my whole estate among my seven children equally share and share alike, and that after charging to each the sum heretofore given then and set down herein as an advancement if there is enough to make them equal to the sum received by Samuel L Fox as an advancement if there is enough property or estate for that purpose, share and share alike. III. I direct and will and hereby appoint Thomas U Fox and Samuel L Fox, the executors of this my last will and testament, and hereby authorize them to sell at public or private sale any property personal or real estate that it may become necessary to sell to carry into effet this Will and settle my estate. I hereby authorize my exectuors to convey by deed all such lands so sold to the respective purchasers for the purposes aforesaid. Witness whereof I have herunto set my hand and seal this ninght day of January AD 1895. Elisha Fox (seal) The foregoing will was signed by Elisha Fox, aforesaid in our presence and attested by us in his presence. Frank H. Thomas Frank J Irvinmonger Whereas I Elisha Fox of the County of Morgan in the State of Illinois did make my last Will and testament in writing bearing date of the 9th Ninth day of January 1895 and did thereby provide in that Samuel L Fox my son should be charged the sum of twelve thousand and five hundred dollars $12000 as advancements to him, now instead of said provision I hereby direct that the said Samuel L only be charged with the sum of three thousand and five hundred dollars. I also direct that Flavis C Fox, my son be appointed and directed to act as my executor with Thomas U Fox instead of Samuel L Fox. I also and hereby declare this to be a codicil to my last Will and Testament. In Witness whereof I have hereunto set my hand seal this September 21st 1895. Elisha Fox (seal) The foregoing codicil to the this last Will and testament was signed by Elisha Fox in our presence and attested in his presence. Benjamin R Upham Geo W Smith

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: Harrison Classification: Obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/rw/Ih.2ADE/1143 Message Board Post: Harrison. John Harrison, of Sinclair, died at his home at noon Saturday after a short illness. The deceased was a man of excellent reputation and had many friends. He leaves a wife and two sons, Edward and Morgan, aged 26 and 11 respectively. The funeral took place this morning at 8:30 at the house and the remains were interred at Ebenezer church, northwest of the city. from: Jacksonville Courier (Jacksonville, IL), 3 May 1897, p. 2 c6; Illinois State Historical Library, Springfield, IL Also check out my website: www.susankrueger.com

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: Harrison Classification: Obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/rw/Ih.2ADE/1142 Message Board Post: Harrison. The funeral services of the late Thos. Harrison, of Sinclair, were held at Ebenezer church, northwest of the city, Monday morning, Rev. Jos. Winterbottom delivering the funeral sermon and being ably assisted by the Rev. Wm. Poe and Vickerman Breckon. The pall bearers were Messrs. Geo Blackburn, John Ogle, James Brown, Thos. Hopkins, Ira Mapes and A. B. Grove. from: Jacksonville Courier (Jacksonville, IL), 4 May 1897, p. 1 c4; Illinois State Historical Library, Springfield, IL Can also be found on my website at www.susankrueger.com

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: Harrison Fox Crouse Classification: Obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/rw/Ih.2ADE/1141 Message Board Post: Harrison. Mrs. Hannah E. Harrison, lifetime resident of Morgan county, passed away Tuesday evening at six o’clock, at the residence of Mrs. U. G. Moody on Hardin avenue. Mrs. Harrison’s death followed an extended illness. She was born near Sinclair on February 11, 1844. On January 5, 1870 she was unted in marriage with John Harrison, who passed away on May 1, 1897. She is survived by two sons, G. C. Harrison, Charleston, W. VA., and E. T. Harrison of this city. She also leaves on sister, Mrs. Louisa Crouse, Lowder. Mrs. Harrison was a member of Centenary M. E. church. Funeral services will be conducted Sunday afternoon at 1:30 o’clock, at the Williamson Funeral Home. Burial will be in the Ebenezer cemetery. from: Jacksonville Illinois Courier (Jacksonville, IL), 2 Jan 1929, p. 2 c3; Illinois State Historical Library, Springfield, IL Harrison Funeral Will Be Tomorrow Funeral services for Mrs. Hannah Elizabeth Harrison will be held at 1:30 o’clock Sunday afternoon, January 6, at the Williamson Funeral Home. Interment will be made in Ebenezer cemetery. Hannah Elizabeth Fox, second daughter of Thomas and Cynthia Ellen Fox, was born February 11, 1844, near Sinclair, Ill. She was united in marriage with John Harrison January 5, 1870. To this union were born three children, E. T. Harrison of Jacksonville, G. C. Harrison of Charleston, West Virginia, and Annie Louise, who died in infancy August 12, 1882. Mrs. Harrison resided in the Ebenezer neoghborhod (sic) for many years and was a member of the Ebenezer M. E. church until March 1, 1896, when the family moved to Sinclair. It was at this place that her husband died May 1, 1897. Mrs. Harrison moved to Jacksonville and united with Centenary M. E. church. She was a faithful attendant at all services as long as her health permitted. Besides her two sons she is survived by one sister, Mrs. Louisa Crouse, of Lowder, Ill. Also seven grandchildren and two great grand children. from: Jacksonville Courier (Jacksonville, IL), 5 Jan 1929, p. 8 c5; Illinois State Historical Library, Springfield, IL

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: Harrison Classification: Obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/rw/Ih.2ADE/1140 Message Board Post: Her Work Finished. Yesterday afternoon at 8 o’clock, Mrs. N. Harrison passed from the scenes of earth. She had reached the age of 74 years, but her death was quite sudden. She was not taken sick until Wednesday. Mrs. Harrison was born in England, but early came to this country. For the past 35 years she has lived in Jacksonville and has been known as a consciencious, christian woman, a valued member of Brooklyn M. E. church. The funeral will occur Sunday morning at 10 o’clock, at Hebron church. All friends of the family are invited to attend. from: Jacksonville Journal (Jacksonville, IL), 13 Oct 1888, p. 3 c5; Illinois State Historical Library, Springfield, IL

Can anyone tell me if Naples, Scott County, IL, had a news paper in the year 1869? Thank you. Lorma Ebaugh

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: VAN PELT-CAREY Classification: Query Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/2816/Ih.2ADE/1139 Message Board Post: Genealogy researching my 3rd.-Great-Grandmother-ELIZABETH "BESTY" (VAN PELT) CAREY (1806-1888) she was born in Georgetown,Brown County,Ohio she died in Robinson,Crawford County,Illinois.she lived in Brown,& Highland Counties,Ohio and in Morgan,Macoupin,Christian,and Crawford Counties,Illinois.she is burried in lot # 49 on the North side at the Old Robinson,Cemetery at the end of North King St. in Robinson,Crawford County,Illinois.next to her son (my 2nd.-Great-Grandfather) BENJAMIN VAN "B.V." CAREY (1838-1926) Would appreciate any information on the VAN PELT-CAREY families.Please contact-James Anthony"Tony"Keltz,Sr. (Ancestral genealogist) 445 Belmont Ave. Wilmington,Ohio U.S.A. 45177-2824 Ph:1-(937)382-7744 or E-mail; tkeltz445@yahoo.com /// tonykeltzsr@webtv.net / santa@childsworld.us / Thanks!----------Tony........(a.k.a.-SANTA) P.S.-Always looking forward to hearing from long lost cousins! / KELTZ,& Related Families Association./a non-profit genealogy researching Org./ "! FREE GENEALOGY"------

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Classification: Query Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/an/Ih.2ADE/1137.1 Message Board Post: Not sure these are the ones you are looking for. Alexander Large 4/17/1848 - 5/12/1917 Bull cemetery Alexander Large md Mrs. Sarah Porter 5/22/1869 Macoupin Co. Henry M. Porter md Sarah Jane Large 10/11/1860 Sangamon Co. Robert Large md Easter Rouland 12/23/1842 Morgan Co. Waverly Prec. 1860 Robert Large 45 Tn Laborer Esther 36 Mo Adam 15 Il Alexander 12 Il Mary 8 Il Christopher 5 Il Prudence 2 Il

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: VEST Classification: Query Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/an/Ih.2ADE/1138 Message Board Post: I'm trying to locate any information on Leo R. Vest, he was said to have died at Jacksonville, Morgan Co. Illinois. He is said to have died 15 Sep 1970. Any information would be greatly appreciated. Shirley M. Carter scarter@socket.net

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: Porter/Large Classification: Query Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/an/Ih.2ADE/1137 Message Board Post: Seeking info on Alexander Large b. 1847 in Waverly, Morgan County and his wife, Sarah E. Porter b. 8-23-1847 in Double Springs, Jackson County, Tennessee. Alexander and Sarah were married abt 1863 in Illinois. Sarah and Alexander appear in the 1880 Morgan County Census with her father in law, Robert Large, as head of household. Sarah's brother, Henry L. Porter, was granted power of attorney in 1875 in order to sell property left to her by her grandfather, Henry Davis. Would appreciate death dates, place of burial and children on Alex. Wife , date of death, place of burial and children on Henry. Thank you

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: schofield walsh Classification: Query Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/an/Ih.2ADE/1136 Message Board Post: Looking for information on Elizabeth Schofield from Manchester England. Immigrated around 1853. Married Patrick Walsh 02 Jan 1869 Indianapolis Indiana. Children: Ora, Emma, Clarence, Charles, twins Jessie and May. Elizabeth died 29 Jan 1895 Jacksonville, Morgan Cnty. Ill.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: Newman ..Breitenstein Classification: Query Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/rw/Ih.2ADE/313.3 Message Board Post: June....Would still like to fet ahold of you Fredrick Breitenstein was my Greatgrandfather..Have some info on this family...barbara O'Hara

I am searching for the Tubbs. In the 1920s they lived on a farm owned by my great Uncle toward Literberry, Morgan co.As I remember it there were 2 sisters. Mari

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Classification: Query Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/an/Ih.2ADE/1134 Message Board Post: Presley G. Bourland died in Jacksonville Wednesday morning at 11:15 o'clock. He was an old and very highly respected citizen and died after a long illness. Mr. Bourland was born August 31, 1827, and at the time of his death was 82 years, 5 months and 12 days of age. He was preceded in death by his wife ten years ago, and since that time his health has not been the best, and about two years ago he was taken to Jacksonville, where he took treatment until his death. He is survived by one son and five daughters, George and Ella living on the old home. Mrs. Fred Seymour and Mrs. Ed Jones both living in Waverly, Mrs. Jake Goacher of St. Louis and Mrs. Geo. Austiff living southwest of Waverly, and a large number of relatives and friends. Funeral services will be held today (Friday) from the M.E. church in this city, at 2 o'clock p.m., and interment will be made in East cemetery.