I am looking for descendents of the above marriage . They lived in Belleville and had four children Julia , Sophie, Fred Jr. and Maria . I don't know who the girls married but any info would be appreciated . Sonny Researching PEES in Belleville

Folks, I thought this might interest at least those of you who live near the St. Louis area. Bob Emnett ****************** Migration: Trails Across America is the theme for the 35th Annual St. Louis Genealogical Society Fair, featuring author, columnist, lecturer, and teacher, Lloyd Bockstruck. It will be held 30 April 2005 at the Maryland Heights Centre, 2344 McKelvey Road from 7:30 A.M. until 4:00 P.M. This is an interesting day for everyone interested in genealogy and family history. There will be something of interest for everyone whether you are a novice or an advanced genealogist. Take advantage of this rare opportunity to meet others who share your interest and to hear lectures from many genealogy specialists. Lloyd Bockstruck's topics will include Northern Migrations, Southern Migrations, 19th Century German Migration Patterns, and Military Events that Shaped the Nation. The additional topics cover lectures on Germans, Irish, French, African Americans, military, church records, graphics, computer tips, and beginning genealogy. An exhibitor area will be open all day so that you may browse and purchase those needed books and materials to enhance your genealogical activities. Bring your photos for reproduction. Originals will be returned the same day. Early registration price break before 5 April. For full schedule and registration information visit the St. Louis Genealogical Society online at www.stlgs.org or call 314-647-8547.

Dear List, There are words written behind the name of the sponsor on some of the Baptismal records from the St. George Church in New Baden. The script writing is difficult to read and therefore I can't refer to my Latin book to translate, if indeed they are Latin words. I suspect one or more of them mean proxy or substitute for. Could someone help with this? Just a list of some of the Latin words that you've seen on your records from St. George would be helpful. Thank You. Darlene

I am looking for a Newspaper Obituary of my ancestor I have listed below: Willie Lee Sanders African American Date of Birth:June 1, 1877 Date of Death:April 15, 1967Death Place: Sacarrmento, CA Karen Rogers "Good Things Are ALWAYS Happening!"

Good Afternoon, This seminar will provide a great opportunity to learn more about our research, ask questions and network with fellow genealogists. Hope to see you there. GENEALOGY SEMINAR, hosted by Michael John Neill. Sunday, April 3 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. (Lunch break Noon - 1:00 p.m.) YWCA of Alton, 304 E. Third Street $30 per person includes catered lunch / $20 per person without lunch. Call 618-465-7774 to register, space is limited. Topics Include: Interviewing Grandma and Things in the Attic This lecture will discuss techniques for interviewing relatives, including what kinds of questions to ask, how to ask (and how not to ask) questions, recording the interviewing, and more. The second half of this lecture will discuss a variety of home sources, ranging from photographs to personal papers and how to use these sources to continue your search for family history. Online Search Strategy This lecture will discuss a general online research strategy that is applicable to about just any ancestor and time period. The intent of this session is to provide the researcher with a framework to cut down on wasted online time and make the best use of their resources. Tried and Tested Tidbits Geared to researchers at all levels, this lecture discusses procedures and methods that are easy to forget and that once forgotten can significantly hinder research. Sometimes it is the little things than cause the most difficulty for the family history researcher. This lecture will provide the new researcher with ideas of things to not overlook and remind more experienced researchers of things they might have forgotten. Census Records From 1790-1930, census records are one of the sources most utilized by genealogists. This lecture will provide a summary of what is contained in census records, how to analyze them and the many ways that genealogists can now access these records, ranging from microfilm in a library to websites that bring the data directly to your own home. Michael John Neill is the Course I Coordinator at the Genealogical Institute of Mid America (GIMA) held annually in Springfield, Illinois, and is also on the faculty of Carl Sandburg College in Galesburg, Illinois. Michael is the Web columnist for the FGS FORUM and is on the editorial board of the Illinois State Genealogical Society Quarterly. He contributes to several genealogical publications, including Ancestry Magazine and Genealogical Computing. -----Original Message-----

Papers relating to Abraham Eyman's land in St. Clair are transcribed in an article in the Belleville Weekly Advocate dated 18 June 1875 titled Old Times in St. Clair County (pg 1). I have one photocopy - if a descendant wants it, please provide your name and postal address to me privately - Diane rengen@compu-type.net

Hello everyone, I'm looking for information about Earl Vescelus b. 1877, his father (according to the 1880 census) was E. Vescelus b. 1848 and his mother was C.R. Vescelus b. 1849. I believe this is the same Earl from the 1910 census in Jackson Co., Missouri. According to 1910 census m. Mattie (b. 1886), daughters Frances and Pearl (my wife's Great Grandmother b. 1909). Any help would be greatly appreciated. Thanks, Ryan

Hello All.. I have been lurking for quite some time. Thought I'd say hello and mention the names I am researching. I'm currently researching: Walz Christian Fuchs Bender Fields Stetson Pursey Also researching the following Lithuanian names (no connection to Missouri so far). Baciulyte Cernius Jakstys Yakstis Bates Dapsyte Dagys Mikenas Motiejunas Neniskyte Peciuraite Vilaniskis Gabrenas Jurenas Lauzikas Masiuliai Slapelis Velaniskis Karosaite Starkute Kirstukaite Zulonaite Liauckute Rimkute Thanks! Nichole Yakstis

This is a real flyer., but here goes. My parents, Jerry CROY and Ray EOFF graduated from Eastside High in E. St. Louis in 1939 and 1938, respectively, and married there in 1940. They celebrate their 65th wedding anniversary this August in Texas. They have lost touch with two of the women in their wedding party, Lucille SHOEMAKER, who married Terry ANDERSON and moved to Washington DC, and June BRAG. (Mom can't remember June's married name.) Both were from E. St. Louis and graduated in 1938. My folks would love to get in contact with these women, if they are still with us. If you know of either, could you send me an email with whatever information is available? My parents and I would really appreciate any help at all. Jerri Eoff Sudderth 1611 E. River Pkwy. Minneapolis, MN 55414 651/332-3796

Dear Friends in Bellevile I havent recieved anything from you since March I always look forward to the daily list news. Did I forget to pay my dues let me know i've not been feeling too good recently and a few things did escape me.

The Obituary for William E. Dettleff the father of Gloria Dettleff passed away yesterday the 3rd of March and will be buried tomorrow. Bill Buchholz

I am trying to find info on this family, Delores being the dau b 1921 in Caseyville, St Clair Co. Fred died 1944 but cannot find any other records on Francis his spouse or dau Delores. Pat

I am trying to find parents of Curtis Beedle b 1852-1854 in Illinois. see below. I have not been able to find him in the 1860 nor 1870 census. There is a Joseph & Eliza in Hancock Co Illinois, who had a son Curtis, but he was b 1861. Thank you for your help Mabry Benson Name: Curtis Beedle Birth: Nov 1854 Illinois [108] or 14 Nov 1852 Illinois [42] Death: aft 1920 1900 census: Platte twp, Dodge County, Nebraska, p 314, Curtis B Beedle 11/1854 Ill (par Pa, Pa), Mahala 12/1858 Mo (NC, Kent), Claude 8/1878 Mo (Ill, Mo), Ora Gable step son 2/1883 Nebr, Della 6/1888 Nebr (Ill, Ind), Mary 6/1893 Nebr (Ill , Mo), Johnson 10/1894, Clara 8/1896. 1910 census: Peoria twp, Knox County, Nebraska, p 101, Curtis 54, m3, m 18 yr [m 1892[, Wisc (Pa, Pa), Mahala 51 m1, m 18 yr, 4 ch 3 liv, Mo, (NC, Kent), Mary 17 Nebr, John S 15, Clara 13. 1920 census: Morton twp, Knox County, Nebraska, p 193, C. E. 64, Mahala 61, Clara 22. Spouses 1: Georgia Edna Buskled Birth: 24 Feb 1860 [42] Child: Claude (1878-) 2: Emma Johnson Marriage: 26 Aug 1882 Nodaway County, Missouri [220] This may be the Curtis Beedle b 1861 son of Joseph) Misc. Notes Gladys Steen Matthews says that Della Beedle's mother is Geneva A Ellingwood. Children: Mandia E (1883-) Riter Curtis (1886-) Della H. (1889-1966) 3: Mahala Ann Watts Birth: 25 Dec 1858 Missouri [20], [108], [42] Death: 1927 Morton, Knox County, Nebraska [20] Son Ora Gable born 2/1883. [108] Geneva Ellingwood married Dodge Co Nebr 8 May 1883 George Gable. [282] Marriage: 11 Feb 1892 [42] Children: Mary Florence (1893-) Johnson Seely (1894-1967) Clara (1896-) 20. Bloomfield Cemetery listings 42. Family Bible of Gladys Steen 108. 1900 census 220. IGI extracted record 282. IGI listing, not confirmed

Where are the naturalization records to be found - the ones lost by the Belleville Court House? Janet McLain Jllynjam@aol.com

Seeking information on the ancestors, siblings, and descendants of Charles Harrington. This is a work in process, any additions or corrections would be greatly appreciated. Generation No. 1 1. Charles Harrington was born in , , Illinois. He married Rhoda Elizabeth Hollingsworth, daughter of Unknown Hollingsworth and Mary. She was born Mar 1863 in , , Indiana, and died 13 Mar 1923 in 1700 N. 23rd Street, East Saint Louis, Saint Clair, Illinois. More About Rhoda Elizabeth Hollingsworth: Census-1880: 1880, St. Louis, St. Louis, Missouri Census-1900: 1900, 225 St. Clair Avenue, East St Louis Ward 7, St Clair, Illinois Census-1920: 1920, 1700 N 23rd Street, East Saint Louis, Saint Clair, Illinois Children of Charles Harrington and Rhoda Hollingsworth are: + 2 i. Lottie J. Harrington, born Dec 1884 in , , Illinois. 3 ii. Edward Harrington, born Nov 1886 in , , Illinois. More About Edward Harrington: Census-1900: 1900, 225 St. Clair Avenue, East St Louis Ward 7, St Clair, Illinois Census-1910: 1910, St. Clair County Jail, 5-WD BELLEVILLE, ST CLAIR, Illinois + 4 iii. Guy Earl Harrington, born 04 Apr 1888 in St. Louis (Independent City), St. Louis, Missouri; died 24 Mar 1952 in Freeman Hospital, Joplin, Jasper, Missouri. + 5 iv. Naomi E. Harrington, born 1892 in , , Illinois. Generation No. 2 2. Lottie J. Harrington (Charles) was born Dec 1884 in , , Illinois. She married Ralph Burnett, Sr. 20 Oct 1904 in East Saint Louis, St. Clair, Illinois. He was born 12 Jan 1885 in , , Illinois, and died Feb 1963. More About Lottie J. Harrington: Census-1900: 1900, 225 St. Clair Avenue, East St Louis Ward 7, St Clair, Illinois Census-1910: 1910, 1511 St. Clair Avenue, East Saint Louis, Saint Clair, Illinois More About Ralph Burnett, Sr.: Census-1910: 1910, 1511 St. Clair Avenue, East Saint Louis, Saint Clair, Illinois Census-1930: 1930, North 23rd Street, Saint Louis, , Missouri Occupation1: 1930, Sprayer, electical appliance factory Children of Lottie Harrington and Ralph Burnett are: 6 i. Leroy Burnett, born 1906 in , , Illinois. More About Leroy Burnett: Census-1910: 1910, 1511 St. Clair Avenue, East Saint Louis, Saint Clair, Illinois 7 ii. Ruth Burnett, born 1916 in , , Illinois. 8 iii. Ralph Burnett, Jr., born 1918 in , , Illinois. 9 iv. Milton A. Burnett, born 30 Jan 1922 in , , Missouri; died 26 Nov 1990. 4. Guy Earl Harrington (Charles) was born 04 Apr 1888 in St. Louis (Independent City), St. Louis, Missouri, and died 24 Mar 1952 in Freeman Hospital, Joplin, Jasper, Missouri. He married (1) Ada Bet. 1906 - 1907. She was born 1888 in , , Illinois, and died Bef. 1924. He married (2) Mary Gladys Key 1924. She was born 04 Feb 1904 in , , Missouri, and died 09 Mar 1972. Notes for Guy Earl Harrington: World War I Draft Registration Cards, 1917-1918 Name: Guy E Harrington Address: 1703 N. 40th City: East St Louis County: St Clair State: Illinois Birthplace: St. Louis, Missouri Birth Date: 12 Apr 1888 Occupation: Watchman, American Steel Works Race: White Roll: 1613396 DraftBoard: 3 8th Ward, 7th Precinct 5 June 1917 Obituary - Joplin Globe - Tuesday 25 March 1952 Guy Harrington Dies Following Long Illness Guy Earl Harrington, 63 years old, 2516 Empire avenue, died at 1:30 o'clock yesterday morning in Freeman hospital. He had been in ill health the last five years. Mr. Harrington was born April 4, 1888, at St. Louis. He had resided in Joplin 16 years. He was a member of the Masonic loge of East St. Louis and the Baptist church. Surviving are the widow, Mrs. Mary Harrington; a son, Herman Harrington of the maritime service; a stepson, William P. Oxendine of the navy; two daughters, Mrs. Frances Thurman of Venezuela, South America, and Mrs. Ruby McMullen of Jacksonville, Fla., and two sisters, Mrs. Ralph Burnett of St. Louis and Mrs. Naomi Milton of St. Louis. The body was received by the Steve Parker mortuary. Wednesday 26 March 1952 Harrington Rites Today Funeral services for Guy Earl Harrington, 63 years old, 2516 Empire avenue, who died Monday, will be conducted at 2 o'clock Thursday afternoon at the Steve Parker chapel. The Rev. John Martin will officiate. Masonic rites will be conducted at the grave in Osborne Memorial cemetery. Pallbearers will be Chris Payne, Jim Hoyt, Walter Reber, Roger Martin, Vic Keller and Clarence Severs. The body will lie in state at the mortuary chapel until the funeral hour. More About Guy Earl Harrington: Burial: Osborn Memorial Cemetery, Joplin, Jasper, Missouri Census-1900: 1900, 225 St. Clair Avenue, East St Louis Ward 7, St Clair, Illinois Census-1910: 1910, 3225 Forest Avenue, East Saint Louis, Saint Clair, Illinois Census-1920: 1920, 1612 Henrietta Street, East Saint Louis, St. Clair, Illinios Census-1930: 1930, 6705 Independence Avenue, Kansas City, Jackson, Missouri Occupation2: 1930, Laborer in Steel Mill More About Ada: Census-1910: 1910, 3225 Forest Avenue, East Saint Louis, Saint Clair, Illinois Census-1920: 1920, 1612 Henrietta Street, East Saint Louis, St. Clair, Illinios More About Mary Gladys Key: Burial: , Crawford, Missouri Social Security Number: 491-22-0026, Last Residence: Cuba, Crawford, Missouri Children of Guy Harrington and Ada are: 10 i. Frances Harrington, born 1908 in , , Illinois. She married Unknown Thurman. More About Frances Harrington: Census-1910: 1910, 3225 Forest Avenue, East Saint Louis, Saint Clair, Illinois Census-1920: 1920, 1612 Henrietta Street, East Saint Louis, St. Clair, Illinios 11 ii. Thomas Harrington, born 1910 in , , Illinois. More About Thomas Harrington: Census-1910: 1910, 3225 Forest Avenue, East Saint Louis, Saint Clair, Illinois Census-1920: 1920, 1612 Henrietta Street, East Saint Louis, St. Clair, Illinios 12 iii. Herman Harrington, born 1911 in , , Illinois. More About Herman Harrington: Census-1920: 1920, 1612 Henrietta Street, East Saint Louis, St. Clair, Illinios 13 iv. Ruby Harrington, born 1919 in , , Illinois. She married Unknown McMullen. More About Ruby Harrington: Census-1920: 1920, 1612 Henrietta Street, East Saint Louis, St. Clair, Illinios Child of Guy Harrington and Mary Key is: 14 i. Herman3 Harrington. 5. Naomi E. Harrington (Charles) was born 1892 in , , Illinois. She married Samuel Milton 1911. He was born 1890 in , , Italy. More About Naomi E. Harrington: Census-1900: 1900, 225 St. Clair Avenue, East St Louis Ward 7, St Clair, Illinois More About Samuel Milton: Census-1930: 1930, 1445 Madison, St. Louis, , Missouri Immigration: 1902 Occupation: 1930, Proprietor, fruit store Children of Naomi Harrington and Samuel Milton are: 15 i. Marion Milton, born 10 Aug 1913 in , , Illinois; died 28 Aug 1994. He married Ann M.; born 20 Oct 1913; died 02 Feb 1996. 16 ii. Cecil Milton, born 05 Jan 1915 in , , Illinois; died Apr 1978.

Buecher's Naturalization Index is the Circuit Court Record for St Clair County before 1906 - it was the only record required by law to be kept by the court, so, when the courthouse was replaced, the actual naturalization papers were pitched (many evidently had been damaged). Buecher's publication shows name, court term naturalized, and the number. Filby took Buecher's publication and added it to his (Filby's) Passenger and Immigration Lists series. IRAD in Carbondale now has the original Court Record book from which Buecher transcribed the naturalization information. More about St Clair's naturalizations and the other courts in the county that performed these services is on the SCCGS web site here http://www.compu-type.net/rengen/stclair/natl.htm You will **not** find the ship name or arrival date mentioned in declaration or natualization records **in St. Clair** if a person was naturalized * before* 1906. Diane ----- Original Message ----- From: "Sonny Eardley" <geardley@mail.win.org> To: <ILSTCLAI-L@rootsweb.com> Sent: Monday, February 28, 2005 11:15 AM Subject: [ILSTCLAI] Passenger and Immigration Index >I understand that there is a list that was compiled by Robert Buecher for >the Naturalization records that were lost at the new court house in >Belleville . On Genealogy they list my great grandfather Jacob Pees >naturalization as 1860 on Page 29 . If the records were lost what is this >listing ? I am looking for the Passenger listing for him and his family . I >know they got the permit to leave Baumholder Germany in 1848 and I have >found them living in Port Washington Ohio on the 1850 census . I don't know >exactly when he came to Belleville or why buy I found him listed on the >1860 census living with the Thoma family . > Any help would be appreciated. > > Sonny > >

I understand that there is a list that was compiled by Robert Buecher for the Naturalization records that were lost at the new court house in Belleville . On Genealogy they list my great grandfather Jacob Pees naturalization as 1860 on Page 29 . If the records were lost what is this listing ? I am looking for the Passenger listing for him and his family . I know they got the permit to leave Baumholder Germany in 1848 and I have found them living in Port Washington Ohio on the 1850 census . I don't know exactly when he came to Belleville or why buy I found him listed on the 1860 census living with the Thoma family . Any help would be appreciated. Sonny

IRAD in Carbondale has St Clair marriage *licenses* to about 1976. In some cases the marriage application and return is part and parcel of the document - this will provide names of parents. link: http://www.cyberdriveillinois.com/departments/archives/irad/iradholdings.html - the Record Descriptions button on the left will provide the type of info in each record. The Holdings Database will pull up all records IRAD has for a county or particular record group. Illinois Regional Archives Depository (IRAD) c/o - Special Collections - Morris Library - 6632 Southern Illinois University Carbondale, IL 62901-6632 (618) 453-3040 For the divorce, this public record c1920 is located in the courthouse, Office of the Circuit Clerk, - check the county where filed if not St Clair. St. Clair County Courthouse 10 Public Square Belleville, IL 62220 (618)277-6600 Diane

Dica Shipman and Jasper Eoff were married in St. Clair County sometime between 1910 and 1920. And were divorced in the late 1920s. Can someone tell me how I can find out the exact dates? Dean....... deanandnell@intellex.com

I am searching for the death of Anastasia Riney who was listed in the obit of her husband Evaristus Riney Nov 1946 in St Clair Co, IL. Also for Margaret Buford and Mrs Emmette Davis, daughters of Evaristus who were also listed. Thank you.