This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: BEDWELL Classification: Query Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/rw/RAB.2ACI/2870.1.1 Message Board Post: Thank you so much for responding. It crossed my mind later that I looked at the records incorrectly. I guess I was really hoping for a clue on my search. Thanks again.

Carlis, Mom says she thinks Lafe Akin was the furniture maker at Sparksville. Gerald

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Classification: Query Message Board URL: http://boards.msn.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/rw/RAB.2ACI/127.317.1 Message Board Post: Sorry but I have not got any of them in my files.

Hello Everyone, I need help with a family that I've been researching for about a year now and I can't find anything more. I hope there is someone out there that can look in some records somewhere and find something that can help me. Please!!!! This is the family -- Bolin, Francis, head Caroline, wife, born 1856 Ky. Marion, son, born 1882 Ky. Rose Carrie, daughter, born 1885, Russell Co. Ky. Sam, son, born 1889 Ky. May, daughter, born 1897 Russell Co. Ky. There could be more children. I heard from a family member that Caroline was a Neal born in Clinton, Russell or Wayne County. She was said to have two brothers, Joe and Willie Neal. Can anyone find her parents? I was told by a family member that Francis Bolin married twice. They only remembered a possible daughter, from the first marriage by the name, Laura Bolin. He was said to have had 18 children??? Can you find ANYTHING on him? Rose Carrie and May Bolin were born and married in Russell Co. Ky. They married brothers, Thomas and Floyd Smith. Tom and Carrie are buried in the Grider Cemetery in Russell Co. Ky. On Rose Carrie's marriage bond it says "Lula, Russell Co. Ky." Does anyone know where Lula was back in the 1900-1910? Can you help me find something on Francis Bolin and the parents of Caroline Neal? Thank you for your time and understanding! Nancy Blair Smithson Researching: Adwell, Bailey, Barnes, Blair, Bolin, Brumfield, Higginbotham, Hogan, Hughes, McElroy, Neal, Redford, Smith

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/RAB.2ACI/503.449 Message Board Post: My ggrandmother was Peggy Jane Burton and was married to William M. Tarter. They lived in Pulaski,KY and had a son Van Low. Would you know anything on any of them? I would appreciate any info.

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/RAB.2ACI/173.186.315 Message Board Post: Would you know anything about Peggy Jane Burton? She was my ggrandmother and was married to William M. Tarter. They had a son Van Low and lived in Pulaski, KY.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: Beard Classification: Query Message Board URL: http://boards.msn.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/5541/RAB.2ACI/127.317 Message Board Post: I am looking for information on the Beards going back to Virginia. I am a descendent of Andrew Penn Beard born 10/16/1832, a son of Rosanna ?last name, in Owen, KY. Any information on their background? I can provide information forward on Andrew's family through his son, Noah Beard born July 20, 1860 who moved to Johnson County, Missouri.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: bedwell, adams Classification: Query Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/rw/RAB.2ACI/2870.1 Message Board Post: The KY birth record abstracts show Martha E. and Sallie M. Bedwell born on the same respective dates you list as the respective death dates. The KY birth record abstracts also show an Aster L. Bedwell born to Tilda Adams Bedwell on 05-26-1919. Matilda A. Bedwell died 07-26-1975, age 95, in Adair County.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: BEDWELL Classification: Query Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/rw/RAB.2ACI/2870 Message Board Post: I would like information on Martha E. Bedwell, who died in Adair County, KY on 07 JUL 1921. Her mother's name is listed as Tilda Adams. I would also like information on Sallie Minnie Bedwell, who died in Adair County, KY on 23 JUN 1924. Her mother is listed as Tilcey Adams. Thanks in advance.

Since I have been unable to find out any information on my Bradshaw, Brown, Hall, Williams and James lines, I have a couple of theories: 1. They were dropped off a spacecraft in the Adair County area sometime around 1800 with no money and no prospects. Sort of like a Survivor episode. Possibly they were evicted from some far-away planet. However, they did have a talent for having good-looking descendants. In any case, Ancestry at this time has no records on people from other planets, which is just slightly less than they have on Adair County. 2. They were all in a witness protection program. Undoubtedly they all saw some atrocious crime being committed and had to change their names in order to protect themselves. Seriously, I would appreciate any info on Bradshaws, Browns, Halls, Williams and James from Adair County (and also Russell County). Thanks. Alene

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: HART, EASTHAM, SATTERFIELD, BOLIN, MCQUEARY, LAFAVERS, WALTERS. Classification: Query Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/rw/RAB.2ACI/2869 Message Board Post: Hi all, My name is Lewis Hart. I live in Wheat Ridge, Colorado. I am new to this list. My parents, grandparents and great grandparents were from Russell County. I know I will find some connections in Adair County. I am researching: HART, EASTHAM, SATTERFIELD, BOLIN, MCQUEARY, LA FAVERS, WALTERS, and more.

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/RAB.2ACI/2868 Message Board Post: Does anyone have any information on a carding factory that was owned by Lanis Helm in Glens Fork, across the road from the present Methodist Church. Exactly what is a carding factory?

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: Lawler, Bartlett, Mendenhall, Trow Classification: Query Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/rw/RAB.2ACI/2867 Message Board Post: Happy Holidays and Good Searching Fellow Genealogists! The Freedom of Information Act is a tool that is available to everyone. The request is free but it can be very confusing. You have to know where to send it, you have to have the right request form, a properly worded letter, you have to know what type of information they need to get you what you are looking for. You cannot just send in a generic "find this" request. I found a way to use FOIA in genealogy to request records that actually results in moving your search along. In my every day professional legal work I use the FOIA (Freedom of Information Act) to acquire records from all areas. Using the proper request, the proper form, a properly worded letter you will get the documentation you are seeking. I received 84 pages in the first probate request, two weeks later, an additional 124 pages. All stuff they copied from microfiche. At $ .10 per page. Some of these records went back to 1838! I will send you the forms (both State and Federal), sample request letters, what you need to send them in terms of specifics, if you have them, or if not, where and how to find them. I have compiled a list of each State’s statutes and codes that you will need to reformat the request form for your particular State or the State you are sending the request to. I have included some specific searching directions and examples that may help you. For those of us who have been unable to get to an out-of-town location or to afford a researcher it's great. My email contact is or genealogyprincess@hotmail.com not the email listed on this posting. Or simply follow the directions below! I will be happy to help anyone with any additional information or reformatting the forms for other states, other data requests, etc. Any other requests for help, I will send a form. I have to request $6.58 for paper, copying, staples, large envelope and postage costs. This package of information is 22+ pages (and growing) -- and I had no idea this would be responded to in such huge numbers (!!). So, if you*re interested, send $6.58 in cash or check [Kathy Lawler] to Genealogy Princess, 20757 Camden Square, #210, Lathrup Village, MI 48076 or use my Paypal address [checking] for $7.00 to kathlee13@yahoo.com or genealogyprincess@hotmail.com. Either way, don’t forget your address!! I will send you the information the very day I receive your address and funds. Lastly, additional information, new ways I can come up with to use FOIA will be sent to you free of charge and I*ll also be happy to answer any questions you may have. Be assured that I am not making any database of addresses or anything, I promise not to ever, ever sell your name and address to anyone. This is strictly to get you information that will help you gather documents and information to further your search for your ancestors. Very lastly, I have a larger bunch of information in my "FOIA IN GENEALOGY WORKS! on Ebay. Check that out! Thanks! Kathleen Lawler

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: smith - kelley - walker - clem - barnes - griffin -king - lasiter - stuart - baileys- brown- alexander - scott - Classification: Query Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/rw/RAB.2ACI/2852.1 Message Board Post: I WOULD LIKE TO KNOW IF ANYONE SEARCHING THE SURNAMES I HAVE LISTED KNOW IF THEIR ANCESTORS WERE AMONG THE ONES WHO WENT TO ''TEXAS'' ? MANY, MANY PEOPLE DID GO TO TEXAS , THEY STOPPED IN ARKANSAS AND SOME STAYED. DOES ANYONE KNOW IF THERE ARE ANY WAGON TRAIN RECORDS AND WHERE THEY MIGHT BE FOUND?? THESE PEOPLE SCATTERED ALL OVER TEXAS AND OKLAHOMA OR INDIAN TERRITORY IN THE 1840S THROUGH THE 1860S BUT SOME STAYED CLOSE TOGETHER ON CENSUS. CAN ANYONE PLEASE TELL ME WHAT ADAIR, COUNTY BORDERS AND IF THIS COUNTY IS NEAR TENN. - ALABAMA - GEORGIA ??? THANK YOU lavonneallen@webtv.net

Hi, Some were asking about a map to other counties in KY. Here is a URL to a page with ALL Counties in KY. You will need a Acrobat Reader to read them but you can down the software on the site if needed. http://www.kytc.state.ky.us/Traffic_Center/mapsonlineon.htm You can magnifier the maps by using the magnified at the top. Hope this helps. Carlis --------------------------------- Do you Yahoo!? Yahoo! Mail Plus - Powerful. Affordable. Sign up now

Hi, I am starting my Allied Family of Gilpin. Car some one help me with the parents and sibling of Lawrence Alvis Gilpin b. 1897 Ky married Lou Ella Wheeler b. 1896 Esp. Lou Ella Wheeler. I would appreciate any help. Carlis --------------------------------- Do you Yahoo!? Yahoo! Mail Plus - Powerful. Affordable. Sign up now

Hi Everybody...! I would like to know the name of Mr. Akin that owned and operated the old woodwork shop in the Antioch / Sparksville, KY area? Here is a URL to a picture of it next to the Gordon and Gladys Wheeler Service Station and Pantry, if you care to take a look. http://freepages.genealogy.rootsweb.com/~mysurnames/akinshop.html Thanks for any information about hin and the shop. Carlis B. Wilson <myboards@yahoo.com> __________________________________________________ Do you Yahoo!? Yahoo! Mail Plus - Powerful. Affordable. Sign up now. http://mailplus.yahoo.com

My ancestor Reverend Larkin CRAIG is said to have taught at "Kentucky College" in Adair CO. This would have been around 1820. It may be that over the years the institution changed its name or was absorbed into another school (or it may just have closed). Can anyone tell me about "Kentucky College"? Does anyone know of a college (of any name) in that region of Kentucky that was founded as early as that? Please contact direct. Thanks.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: CRAIG, BROWN, KEEL, BOOHER Classification: Query Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/rw/RAB.2ACI/2865 Message Board Post: Searching for information about family of Thomas CRAIG and wife Frances BROWN who migrated from NC>Adair CO KY following Thomas' service in the Revolutionary War. May have lived in Columbia. Children of Thomas Craig and Frances Brown were Larkin m Nancy Martin Keel, Mildred m John Booher, Elizabeth m Hiram Brown, Sarah, Frances, Thomas, Jesse, James, and Samuel, all surname Craig. Larkin was a Baptist minister who taught at a college in Adair CO. In 1828 the family migrated to IL. Please contact direct <ectocus@21stcentury.net>. Thanks.

Hi Listers, If you are looking for births in Kentucky you will find a lot of them here. KENTUCKY. 1912 Index to Kentucky births http://userdb.rootsweb.com/births/ Hope this helps. Happy Holidays Carlis --------------------------------- Do you Yahoo!? Yahoo! Mail Plus - Powerful. Affordable. Sign up now