Posted on: DeSoto Parish La Query Forum Reply Here: http://cgi.rootsweb.com/~genbbs/genbbs.cgi/USA/La/DeSoto/716 Surname: Fortson, Ridgeway ------------------------- Several descendants of William Fortson and Ann Higginbotham moved to DeSoto Co, LA abt 1850. Some given names are Rachel Winn, m. William Ridgeway; William Thomas; Roderick (a Baptist minister; Peter and Aaron J. - all siblings. Any information on these families in DeSoto Co would be appreciated EArl Ferguson Atlanta, GA
Posted on: DeSoto Parish La Query Forum Reply Here: http://cgi.rootsweb.com/~genbbs/genbbs.cgi/USA/La/DeSoto/714 Surname: ------------------------- There are 3 Jordan's at the Carmel Cemetery. They are: Josephine Roblow Jordan born 30 Dec 1897, died 1 Apr 1964, Robert Eugene Jordan, born 18 Aug 1917, died 5 Oct 1917, Robert Harold Jordan, born 29 Aug 1890, died 7 Apr 1962. Robert Eugene was the son of Josephine & Robert Harold. The Carmel Cemetery will be posted on the internet shortly after Christmas.
It appears that you have a lot of new members so I would like to try again to locate the buriel place of Dr Samuel Alexander Mims, who died on 1 Jan 1864 in Logansport, LA, his property was located where Mims Springs Baptist Church is now located. I am also trying to find out what happended to his son Samuel Evander Roderic Mims (Called Roddy) who remained in DeSoto Parish after his step mother returned to South Carolina around 1868. Thanks for any hint or help, John Mimms
Posted on: DeSoto Parish La Query Forum Reply Here: http://genconnect.rootsweb.com/gc/USA/La/DeSoto/713 Surname: JORDAN ------------------------- Does anyone know of a list of the graves in Carmel Cemetery? I am looking for records on Albert O Jordan, Albert T Jordan, and Robert Harrell Jordan. I believe the Alberts are buried at Carmel. Any help is greatly appreciated.
Posted on: DeSoto Parish La Query Forum Reply Here: http://cgi.rootsweb.com/~genbbs/genbbs.cgi/USA/La/DeSoto/712 Surname: Jacob ------------------------- Can someone tell me if there is a Mansfield Cemetery and if there is...please tell me the location of it. Thanks, David Brown
It is reported that Sarah Ann (Pyle) Whites children were heirs of and received funds from the estate of "Peter Pyle & Wife" of DeSoto Parish, LA that was probated in 1951. Hope someone can help me determine Who my Sarah Ann Pyles parents were??? Sarah Ann Pyle /Pyles, m. 1849-50 in AL or GA, Thomas H White, Dont know Where in TN, AL, GA or in AR. They landed in Van Zandt Co.,TX, in 1870. 1870 Census; Wills Point,Van Zandt Co., TX, Page 28, # 201-28 White, Thomas age 46, b.1824/25 in TN, S. A. age 35, b.1830/35 in GA Elizabeth age 20, b.1850 in GA (have great deal of family info) Margaret age 17, b.1853 in GA/AL (My GGrandmother) Peter age 14, b.1856 in GA (no additional information) Sarah L. age 11, b.1859 in AR (no additional information) Thos. A age 9, b.1861 in TX (no additional information) Louis H. age 5, b.1865 in TX (have little family info) James age 1, b.1869 in TX (no additional information) In 1873 there was one more son, Reasonably sure his mother was also Sarah Ann Pyle. John O. White b. 26 Oct 1873 in Van Zandt Co., TX, (have great deal of family info) Anything look Familiar??? Elnora Frances Cook-Wyrick
Will anyone be taping or video taping the presentation by Alice Prudhomme on the Catholic Church and DeSoto Parish? I would love to be there but as I live in New Hampshire that's no possible. I would love a copy and I am sure there are others who are unable to attend and would love to have one too.
Sunday, Nov. 19, 2000 3:00PM "The Catholic Church and DeSoto Parish" by Alice Prudhomme place: Saint Joseph Catholic Church Parish Hall Located Directly behind the Church 305 Jefferson St. Mansfield LA refreshments will be served
The next meeting of the DHS is this coming Sunday, November 19, 2000, 3:00 PM. LOCATION: Saint Joseph Catholic Church Parish Hall Located Directly Behind the Church 305 Jefferson Street Mansfield, Louisiana PROGRAM: The Catholic Church & DeSoto Parish An outstanding program by Alice Prudhomme re. the history of the Catholic Church in Mansfield and other parts of the parish. Refreshments will be served. Mark your calendars for an afternoon of fun and history. The Fall 2000 'DESOTO PLUME' is out! For a full table of its contents, as well as those of past issues, see the DHS page: <http://www.rootsweb.com/~ladesoto/society.htm>
A search of bookfinder.com this eve. turned up a second-hand copy of Slawson's book (pub. 1967, out-of-print) available for $40 at: D & B Russell, 129 Kings Highway, Shreveport, LA, U.S.A., 71104. Phone: 888-215-6944. Email: russells@prysm.net
Posted on: DeSoto Parish La Query Forum Reply Here: http://cgi.rootsweb.com/~genbbs/genbbs.cgi/USA/La/DeSoto/711 Surname: GREENING ------------------------- Looking for any information as to what became of Emeline [Parsons] Greening (b.abt 1836, AL) and her daughter Alabama Greening (b.abt 1858 LA). A deed executed 14 Dec 1859 recorded the transfer of property from W.F. Parsons to Emeline Parsons "wife of E.H. Greening". Was this the same W.F. Parsons who marr 1865 DeSoto Elizabeth Barfield? Were W.F. & Emeline both children of Harrison Parsons who d. DeSoto Par. in the 1850's? Emeline's husband was Eldridge H. Greening. She was widowed when he died 1863 while serving w/ 19th LA Inf. in TN. There's no record of their marriage in DeSoto Parish, but they were living there in 1860. Both of his parents were dec'd. by 1854, and cousin Samuel E. Guy of DeSoto Par. was gdn of Eldridge & his surviving brothers Franklin & Gus (Cornelius Augustus). Final disposition of Eldridge H. Greening's property was in 1888, but there is no mention of Emeline or daughter Alabama. Any help appreciated. Link: THE FAMILY OF JOHN & MARY [WHITEHEAD] GREENING URL: <http://pages.prodigy.net/procyon/swepson/maryw.htm#wade>
Posted on: DeSoto Parish La Query Forum Reply Here: http://cgi.rootsweb.com/~genbbs/genbbs.cgi/USA/La/DeSoto/708 Surname: HENRY SNOW, FLOYD SNOW, WILLIE DOUGLASS, SNOW ------------------------- HENRY SNOW, FLOYD SNOW, WILLIE DOUGLAS SNOW MANSFIELD,OR SHREVEPORT LA.
Posted on: DeSoto Parish La Query Forum Reply Here: http://cgi.rootsweb.com/~genbbs/genbbs.cgi/USA/La/DeSoto/707 Surname: Brown, Jefferson, Thompson ------------------------- I am seeking information on the Brown Family. James Brown, Sr. and Lovelle Jefferson-Brown. These are my great-grandparents. I am not sure where they were born, possibly Grand Cane, LA, but I know that they once resided in this area. Lovell was a twin, a very light-skinned lady. James, Johnny Mack, David, Trueleader, Vessa, Pearlie V., and Exie B. are the children. I have more information if needed. I am trying to trace my roots back to Africa. Your help would be highly appreciated. Thank you and may God bless you.
Posted on: DeSoto Parish La Query Forum Reply Here: http://genconnect.rootsweb.com/genbbs.cgi/USA/La/DeSoto/706 Surname: Flores, Posso, Mitchell, Dennison, Brown ------------------------- I noticed your post - I have been trying to locate information on Roseline Posso/poissot. I believe Mary was her sister. She is listed on the 1850 De Soto Censusliving next to a Mary, and by 1860 is in Leon County Texas, as Mary McDaniel. Roseline is there also, with her children (my ggg grandfather). Roseline's son Peter married augusta Faust, and there is a F williams in their household.
Posted on: DeSoto Parish La Query Forum Reply Here: http://cgi.rootsweb.com/~genbbs/genbbs.cgi/USA/La/DeSoto/704 Surname: GRIFFIN, CLARK ------------------------- [Posted to Deeds Board 11 Mar 2000; moved to Query Board 12 Nov 2000] I am looking for information about my Great Grandfather, William Issac Griffin. WILLIAM ISSAC GRIFFIN was born Abt. December 1860 in Mansfield, DeSoto Parrish, La, and died Unknown. He married ELIZABETH VIRGINIA CLARK Unknown in ?. More About WILLIAM ISSAC GRIFFIN: Occupation: 1895, farmer in Pleasant Hill, Sabine Parish, La. Children of WILLIAM GRIFFIN and ELIZABETH CLARK are: I. JOHN GRIFFIN, b. Abt. August 1890. II. JULIA GRIFFIN, b. Abt. August 1892, La; d. Unknown, ?; m. STEPHEN T. LEWIS. III. BUFFORD GRIFFIN, b. Abt. August 1893. IV. LAWRENCE QUITMAN GRIFFIN, b. November 21, 1895, Pleasant Hill, Sabine Parish, La; d. January 31, 1959, Monahans, Ward County, Tx. V. JESS GRIFFIN, b. Abt. August 1898. VI. MARY GRIFFIN, b. Abt. 1900. VII. JENIE CLARK GRIFFIN, b. Abt. 1902; d. Unknown; m. W. T. MUSTIN, Unknown. Any information about the Griffin or Clark families in DeSoto or Sabine Parish, La., 1850 to 1900, would be appreciated. Thank you, Gerry Griffin
Posted on: DeSoto Parish La Query Forum Reply Here: http://genconnect.rootsweb.com/genbbs.cgi/USA/La/DeSoto/703 Surname: ------------------------- There is a listing of burials at the old Logansport Cemetery available in the DeSoto Parish archives, including some Goodwins and at least one maiden-name Golden. See url below. Link: Old Logansport Cemetery URL: <http://searches1.rootsweb.com/usgenweb/archives/la/desoto/cemeteries/logan.txt>
Posted on: DeSoto Parish La Query Forum Reply Here: http://genconnect.rootsweb.com/genbbs.cgi/USA/La/DeSoto/702 Surname: Golden ------------------------- Is there a Logansport Cemetary? I have info that ancestors Goodwin/Golden are buried there. Can't seem to bring up on computer. any help greatly appreciated. bp
Posted on: DeSoto Parish La Query Forum Reply Here: http://genconnect.rootsweb.com/gc/USA/La/DeSoto/701 Surname: Rowe ------------------------- This is a long shot - a friend is looking for a Mrs. C. R Rowe who lived along the southern edge of San Antonio (RR 5) in the 1950's. This woman would be the aunt of a Maurice Armstrong who would have been born in the 1930's probably in Texas. If you know of any Rowe which fits that description, I would certainly appreciate an email. My own family (Moore's and Smith's) are from DeSoto Parish, Louisiana. Thank you for your patience. Mrs. A. F. Newhall
Posted on: DeSoto Parish La Query Forum Reply Here: http://genconnect.rootsweb.com/gc/USA/La/DeSoto/700 Surname: ------------------------- Could you please give a little more detail on your "Charlie Smith" of DeSoto Parish, La? For example a possible birth year, etc?
Posted on: DeSoto Parish La Bios Forum Reply Here: http://cgi.rootsweb.com/~genbbs/genbbs.cgi/USA/La/DeSotoBios/24 Surname: boudreau, yarbrough, rush ------------------------- looking for boudreau family that has an addie adell boudreau that married william alonzo yarbrough & john henry rush. need 1900 census of her. sorry about not being any capital letters. but i am disable and can only type with one hand. so maybe someone will help me. thanks bonnie