Roxanne, And we meet again- last time was in reference to your Fredricks? As for the Portland address, I looked up on the internet and knowing the location, I suspect it may still be there. I might be in that area tomorrow and will check it out. BTW- it is in the west part of downtown Louisville. For all the other locations you mentioned, they are all in the east part of downtown- all which WAS by the old stockyards. The stockyards was recently torn down and used as a new Home Of the Innocents for children. As for the stockyards hotel, seems I have heard of it but not sure if it still exist. If so, I would say it is now called something other than Stockyards. As for the Washington address, I am certain that home would no longer exist as it has all been torn down and revitalized. If I can be of any other help in re: to, please let me know. Kenny http://schmidgenealogy.homestead.com/Schmid.html "Connecting Great Relatives-1 Person at a time" > All outbound mail is virus scanned for your protection ----- Original Message ----- From: <[email protected]> To: <[email protected]> Sent: Tuesday, February 22, 2005 1:33 PM Subject: [KYJEFFER]Portland St in Louisville & the Stockyard Hotel > Hi! > The mention of Portland St. caught my eye. My great-grandmother, > Celia Armstrong, lived at 3016 Portland in 1915. Does anyone know if that > house > is still standing? > I've been told that my great-grandmother owned a hotel/boarding > house > called the Stockyard Hotel at one time. I don't know where it was located > (though I have a pretty good idea it was near the stockyards ;)). Has > anyone > ever heard of it? > I've looked for Celia in the city directories & she seems to have > moved quite a bit. In 1909 she was at 1019 Story, 1917 was 719 > Washington, and > in 1918, the last place I have for her was 839 E. Main. Are any of these > near > the stockyards? Are any of these still standing? > I'd appreciate any help. > Thanks in advance. > Roxanne > > > ==== KYJEFFER Mailing List ==== > The Jefferson County, KY History and Genealogy page is part of the > KyGenWeb and USGenWeb, and are not-for-profit Projects. Visit us at > http://www.rootsweb.com/~kyjeffer/. > > ============================== > Search the US Census Collection. Over 140 million records added in the > last 12 months. Largest online collection in the world. Learn more: > http://www.ancestry.com/s13965/rd.ashx > >

Hi! The mention of Portland St. caught my eye. My great-grandmother, Celia Armstrong, lived at 3016 Portland in 1915. Does anyone know if that house is still standing? I've been told that my great-grandmother owned a hotel/boarding house called the Stockyard Hotel at one time. I don't know where it was located (though I have a pretty good idea it was near the stockyards ;)). Has anyone ever heard of it? I've looked for Celia in the city directories & she seems to have moved quite a bit. In 1909 she was at 1019 Story, 1917 was 719 Washington, and in 1918, the last place I have for her was 839 E. Main. Are any of these near the stockyards? Are any of these still standing? I'd appreciate any help. Thanks in advance. Roxanne

To fellow listers I have been reading about the orphanages in Louisville, My fater was a plumber in Louisville. He was also on "board of St. Joseph's. We did a lot of plumbing work at St. Joseph. I was "allowed" to go along on jobs there when I was not in school. I was the "go-fer" go get this tool, this wrench, pipe etc. Anyway when I was of a very young age, I thought that the other kids at St. Joe's had a soft life compared to what I had to do, especially when they were playing baseball and I was working. I got to know later, how incorrect I was, But thats a different story. My fsther arranged for me to spend a day in the orphanage, like one of the orphans. You can safetly say I had a rapid change of attitude. Any way St. Joe's was on Frankfort Avenue 2823 Frankfort Avenue, and they are still there, they have a web site. <www,stkids.org/about.html> there is info there to answer a lot of questions. I lived in the "then East End" on East St Catherine. five houses from The Arch Lee Heady Funeral Home. Like so many of the others I am now living in Florida, Land O Lakes, Florida Joe Zimmerer

Hello, You all have me curious, what was the "Cabbage Patch"? Thanks, Charlotte Miller _http://freepages.genealogy.rootsweb.com/~charlotteamiller/index.html_ (http://freepages.genealogy.rootsweb.com/~charlotteamiller/index.html)

I have been fascinated with the discussion on the county archives in Jefferson. What type of old records are available there? Deeds, wills, probates, etc? Is it possible for those of us who live out of state to write and have them look for something for us. I am trying to solve my Solomon Baw(Baugh) mystery. Thanks, Dorie in Texas

You are absolutely correct about the Archives. I've been there at the least 25 times. Some advice. Don't be hesitant as I was, Ask David questions he is very helpful. Amanthus H. Davis

Yes, I can imagine tearing down our history. In my opinion, in comparison with Lexington, Ky., Louisville has done a poor job of preserving it's history. Laura

You're correct on your view of the Jefferson Archives. It's pretty much self service. Everything you need is on card indexes that tell you what film you need. Once you get the microfilm there are readers and printers there so that you can make a copy. It's not a large area, just a couple of small rooms as I recall. Bob Schlachter >From: "Donald L. Murphy" <[email protected]> >Reply-To: [email protected] >To: [email protected] >Subject: RE: [KYJEFFER] jefferson Co. Arcives >Date: Tue, 22 Feb 2005 04:44:06 -0500 > > >To anyone interested: > >I've never been to the Jefferson Archives located on Barrett. I have >spoken >with them on a few occasions and was told the layout is pretty easy. This >is a self-service access to records. The persons I've spoken with on the >phone seemingly are quite accomodating with giving assistance. I'm told >there is an index listing "up front" of what they have. You go through the >indexes of the different records of what you're needing, and then go pull >the record yourself from their repository "in the back". It sounds just >like any typical genealogical place to me. Of course, you can then copy >the >record that you want. >Anyone else ever utilize this Archives to clarify my lack of a "visual"? > >Donnie > > > > >-----Original Message----- >From: PNunn [mailto:[email protected]] >Sent: Tuesday, February 22, 2005 2:36 AM >To: [email protected] >Subject: [KYJEFFER] jefferson Co. Arcives > > >Anyone out there ever use Jefferson Co. Arcives on Barrett? Is it east to >look up info? Like the Childrens homes? Oh by the way, talking about old >times, anyone out there a Durrett Demon? > > >==== KYJEFFER Mailing List ==== >http://www.alhn.org and http://www.ahgp.org >Go here for additional American History resources. > >============================== >New! Family Tree Maker 2005. Build your tree and search for your ancestors >at the same time. Share your tree with family and friends. Learn more: >http://landing.ancestry.com/familytreemaker/2005/tour.aspx?sourceid=14599&ta >rgetid=5429 > > > > >==== KYJEFFER Mailing List ==== >Submit your information to the Metro Louisville-Jefferson County KY History >and Genealogy project. See http://www.rootsweb.com/~kyjeffer/ for >information on how to submit. > >============================== >Jumpstart your genealogy with OneWorldTree. Search not only for >ancestors, but entire generations. Learn more: >http://www.ancestry.com/s13972/rd.ashx >

I can vouch for the ease and availability of records at the Jeff. Co. Archives. I haven't been there for a few years, but David Morgan was there and still is, and he's a very nice, helpful person. You just sign in and use any records you want. If you can't find them, ask, and you will be given all the help you need. I find it hard to believe that some of you who live in or near Louisville have never been to the Archives. You're missing a great resource. Pat Settle

Amanthus and others: There are probably more, but I know of two sites relating to the old Waverly Hills Sanitarium. The first link below is the "official" site for Waverly. It includes a listing of those who died there and even has it's own message board. http://whsmemorial.tripod.com/id21.html This is the same link as given earlier. It is Ron's site. http://www.waverlyhillstbsanatorium.com/ Both are great for info and photos. Donnie -----Original Message----- From: [email protected] [mailto:[email protected]] Sent: Monday, February 21, 2005 11:45 PM To: [email protected] Subject: Re: [KYJEFFER] State hospital records I couldn't help but write to you and ask you about Waverly Hills (Sanitarium.) I had an aunt who I believe spent some time there in the1940's. Would it be possible for me to look at or acquire records on her as a patient. She is my father's sister. And I am having a time getting much information on his family. I remember his sister and brothers who have all passed. But somewhere along the way we stopped being in touch. Except for my father of course who passed in 1969. The were originally from Tennesee. Sincerely Amanthus H. Davis ==== KYJEFFER Mailing List ==== Submit your information to the Metro Louisville-Jefferson County, Kentucky History and Genealogy Project. See http://www.rootsweb.com/~kyjeffer/ for information on how to submit. ============================== Census images 1901, 1891, 1881 and 1871, plus so much more. Ancestry.com's United Kingdom & Ireland Collection. Learn more: http://www.ancestry.com/s13968/rd.ashx

To anyone interested: I've never been to the Jefferson Archives located on Barrett. I have spoken with them on a few occasions and was told the layout is pretty easy. This is a self-service access to records. The persons I've spoken with on the phone seemingly are quite accomodating with giving assistance. I'm told there is an index listing "up front" of what they have. You go through the indexes of the different records of what you're needing, and then go pull the record yourself from their repository "in the back". It sounds just like any typical genealogical place to me. Of course, you can then copy the record that you want. Anyone else ever utilize this Archives to clarify my lack of a "visual"? Donnie -----Original Message----- From: PNunn [mailto:[email protected]] Sent: Tuesday, February 22, 2005 2:36 AM To: [email protected] Subject: [KYJEFFER] jefferson Co. Arcives Anyone out there ever use Jefferson Co. Arcives on Barrett? Is it east to look up info? Like the Childrens homes? Oh by the way, talking about old times, anyone out there a Durrett Demon? ==== KYJEFFER Mailing List ==== http://www.alhn.org and http://www.ahgp.org Go here for additional American History resources. ============================== New! Family Tree Maker 2005. Build your tree and search for your ancestors at the same time. Share your tree with family and friends. Learn more: http://landing.ancestry.com/familytreemaker/2005/tour.aspx?sourceid=14599&ta rgetid=5429

Anyone out there ever use Jefferson Co. Arcives on Barrett? Is it east to look up info? Like the Childrens homes? Oh by the way, talking about old times, anyone out there a Durrett Demon?

In a message dated 2/21/2005 8:16:47 P.M. Central Standard Time, [email protected] writes: But I never have any interest in going to the Cabbage Patch How funny is this? On my last trip to Lou (I now live in FL) I made a special trip to the Cabbage Patch to show my friend and take pix! Of course I didn't have to live there so my memories are different for sure. Pam

In a message dated 2/21/2005 7:21:04 P.M. Central Standard Time, [email protected] writes: I was raised in Louisville around Atwood, Wainwright, Lilly, Bradley & Eastern Parkway. The easiest landmark which is not there anymore was St. Joseph Infirmary. This neighborhood was also known as "RAG HILL" because so many of its residents were extremely poor. Also around this area was Swiss Park, where I looked to go as a kid. Even though I have moved to another place, I still drive around the old neighborhood just to bring back memories. Wow, just reading this brought back memories. My youngest daughter was born at St. Joseph's infirmary. I went to Manual with kids who lived on the streets you mentioned. I lived closer to Manual so they tore down my old neighborhood during Urban Renewal progress to make UL more parking spaces. Can you imagine tearing down those old beautiful homes in those tree lined courts to make parking spaces? Pam

I couldn't help but write to you and ask you about Waverly Hills (Sanitarium.) I had an aunt who I believe spent some time there in the1940's. Would it be possible for me to look at or acquire records on her as a patient. She is my father's sister. And I am having a time getting much information on his family. I remember his sister and brothers who have all passed. But somewhere along the way we stopped being in touch. Except for my father of course who passed in 1969. The were originally from Tennesee. Sincerely Amanthus H. Davis

Hello Runtlett, I assume when you mention LGHS, you are referring to Louisville Ghost Hunters Society. I am curious what one needs to do to go on a tour, not necessarily for the "GHOST" but for the history. Feel free to private email unless others share the interest. Thanks, Kenny http://schmidgenealogy.homestead.com/Schmid.html "Connecting Great Relatives-1 Person at a time" > All outbound mail is virus scanned for your protection ----- Original Message ----- From: <[email protected]> To: <[email protected]> Sent: Monday, February 21, 2005 8:06 PM Subject: Re: [KYJEFFER] State hospital records > There is a lot of history to be told of Waverly. Over 65,000 people passed > away during it's duration. > > I'm a member of the Waverly Historical Society and the LGHS. We volunteer > our time to do tours of the building. And to tell of it's general > history. > > > ==== KYJEFFER Mailing List ==== > http://www.alhn.org and http://www.ahgp.org > Go here for additional American History resources. > > ============================== > Search the US Census Collection. Over 140 million records added in the > last 12 months. Largest online collection in the world. Learn more: > http://www.ancestry.com/s13965/rd.ashx > > >

I don't know, but Mom knew it was there most of her life, but she wasn't born until 1923, I think it was a catholic home, there were always men in black robe whenever we went by. we traveled by bus to get anywhere, since Mom never learned how to drive. -- Teddy List Mom for the Grayson Co Ky List, Brady, Vertrees, Ford, Fulkerson,and Commonwealth http://www.kygenweb.net/pd-res/deford.html -------------- Original message -------------- > Would that same Orphans Home been in operation in 1855-1857? Pat Morano > ----- Original Message ----- > From: > To: > Sent: Monday, February 21, 2005 3:36 PM > Subject: Re: [KYJEFFER] Orphans Homes in 1870-1890 > > > > It was still there when I went to Highland Jr High, about 1955. > > > > -- > > Teddy > > List Mom for the Grayson Co Ky > > List, Brady, Vertrees, Ford, > > Fulkerson,and Commonwealth > > http://www.kygenweb.net/pd-res/deford.html > > > > -------------- Original message -------------- > > > >> Yes there was an orphans' home on Bardstown Rd. in the 1940's and I went > >> to school with some of the kids. > >> > >> Tom > >> > >> PNunn wrote: > >> > >> >Anyone know if there was an orphans home on Bardstown rd. in 1870-1890 ? > >> >or > >> maybe this could be Bardstown Ky. either way any info would be greatly > >> appriciated. > >> > > >> > > >> > > >> > > >> > > >> > >> > >> > >> ==== KYJEFFER Mailing List ==== > >> http://www.alhn.org and http://www.ahgp.org > >> Go here for additional American History resources. > >> > >> ============================== > >> Census images 1901, 1891, 1881 and 1871, plus so much more. > >> Ancestry.com's United Kingdom & Ireland Collection. Learn more: > >> http://www.ancestry.com/s13968/rd.ashx > >> > > > > > > ==== KYJEFFER Mailing List ==== > The Jefferson County, Kentucky History and Genealogy page is proud to be a part > of the KyGenWeb and the USGenWeb Projects, both of which are not-for-profit > endeavors. Visit us at http://www.rootsweb.com/~kyjeffer/ . > > ============================== > Search Family and Local Histories for stories about your family and the > areas they lived. Over 85 million names added in the last 12 months. > Learn more: http://www.ancestry.com/s13966/rd.ashx >

Dear Pam and Listers, I was on the edge of the Cabbage Patch during WWII, attending Benjamin Franklin elementary school. And it was a tough area. But, anyway Mrs. Wiggs had gone and it was no fun, anymore. Tom [email protected] wrote: > >In a message dated 2/21/2005 8:16:47 P.M. Central Standard Time, >[email protected] writes: > >But I never have any interest >in going to the Cabbage Patch > > >How funny is this? On my last trip to Lou (I now live in FL) I made a >special trip to the Cabbage Patch to show my friend and take pix! Of course I >didn't have to live there so my memories are different for sure. >Pam > > > > >

It was still there when I went to Highland Jr High, about 1955. -- Teddy List Mom for the Grayson Co Ky List, Brady, Vertrees, Ford, Fulkerson,and Commonwealth http://www.kygenweb.net/pd-res/deford.html -------------- Original message -------------- > Yes there was an orphans' home on Bardstown Rd. in the 1940's and I went > to school with some of the kids. > > Tom > > PNunn wrote: > > >Anyone know if there was an orphans home on Bardstown rd. in 1870-1890 ? or > maybe this could be Bardstown Ky. either way any info would be greatly > appriciated. > > > > > > > > > > > > > > ==== KYJEFFER Mailing List ==== > http://www.alhn.org and http://www.ahgp.org > Go here for additional American History resources. > > ============================== > Census images 1901, 1891, 1881 and 1871, plus so much more. > Ancestry.com's United Kingdom & Ireland Collection. Learn more: > http://www.ancestry.com/s13968/rd.ashx >

Kenny, There is another Tuberculosis Center not far from Dixie, and it is still open, except they care for the profanely mentaly retarded, with horrible body handicaps. It is still called Hazelwood, and the exact name is Hazelwood ICF/MR, and sits on Bluegrass Ave., across the street from the old St. Mary & Elizabeth Hospital { now Caritas Medical Center. It is still owned by the State of Kentucky. I worked there for over 5 years and they to talked about people that had to live there, and die there. Of course it sits on a "hill" like Waverly did. Sherry ----- Original Message ----- From: "wildwind" <[email protected]> To: <[email protected]> Sent: Monday, February 21, 2005 6:59 PM Subject: Re: [KYJEFFER] State hospital records For those interested about Waverly Hills Tuberculosis Sanatorium, I would suggest you check out the following site. It gives details of its past and present. http://www.waverlyhillstbsanatorium.com/ I had searched this yesterday and came across an even more informative site yesterday pertaining to its years of operation but can't seem to locate it now. My kids have apparently deleted it from my History- HMMMM. Anyhow, the above site is pretty informative, I would suggest you read the letters by Ellie Reed Norris to get an understanding of life with TB. Hope this helps some, you can find more by "Googling" Waverly Hills TB Sanatorium. Kenny http://schmidgenealogy.homestead.com/Schmid.html "Connecting Great Relatives-1 Person at a time" All outbound mail is virus scanned for your protection ----- Original Message ----- From: <[email protected]> To: <[email protected]> Sent: Monday, February 21, 2005 6:26 AM Subject: Re: [KYJEFFER] State hospital records I'm told that old records such a that are maintained in the basement at the courthouse downtown. There were heavy loss to TB in the early 1900's. Could have been brain TB. ==== KYJEFFER Mailing List ==== http://www.usgenweb.org Home of the oldest and largest volunteer not-for-profit genealogy organization on the web. ============================== Search Family and Local Histories for stories about your family and the areas they lived. Over 85 million names added in the last 12 months. Learn more: http://www.ancestry.com/s13966/rd.ashx ==== KYJEFFER Mailing List ==== http://www.alhn.org and http://www.ahgp.org Go here for additional American History resources. ============================== View and search Historical Newspapers. Read about your ancestors, find marriage announcements and more. Learn more: http://www.ancestry.com/s13969/rd.ashx