This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: gardenchimes Surnames: KIRTON/CURTIN Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.massachusetts.counties.berkshire/5540/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Desperately need help finding anything on either William or James KIRTON/CURTIN. William was somewhere in Berkshire co. as of 1 April 1839, because I have a land deed for him and another man William COWLEY purchasing land in Mercer co. Ohio. The deed says they are from the county of Berkshire Ma. James KIRTON and his wife Amey (SMAGG)came to America from England with his family and lived somewhere in Ma.,the time from June 1837 to 1839, but I have been unable to find anything on either of these two. Im assuming William was either a son or brother of James. All the KIRTON/CURTIN's I've come across are the families that came from Ireland. In 1839 the James Kirton family came to live at this land where William had earlier purchased. If there is anyone who would be willing to do a lookup for me, or if someone is planning a visit to the courthouse Im willing to pay for some assistance. I know from personal experience sometimes the older records that are filed in the basements ! of courthouses get forgotten about. I just got back from a trip to one looking for info on James KIRTON and found nothing, until a kind soul said I was welcome to go to the basement and look through books, and there I found 3 helpful pieces of information. My big problem is finding any trace of the KIRTON family 1837-1839. Im not even certin that the James KIRTON/CURTIN family even lived in Berkshire co., only that William did. I would really appreciate any help. Thanks so much. Janine Important Note: The author of this message may not be subscribed to this list. If you would like to reply to them, please click on the Message Board URL link above and respond on the board.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: ColleenLill76 Surnames: Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.massachusetts.counties.berkshire/5539.2.1/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Thanks to those that replied to me about the lookup request on this book ! I really appreciate the help! Colleen Important Note: The author of this message may not be subscribed to this list. If you would like to reply to them, please click on the Message Board URL link above and respond on the board.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: Irish719 Surnames: Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.massachusetts.counties.berkshire/5539.2/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Hi Colleen, Came across a new free resource that you will find helpful... It has entire book you referenced available online and you can use search function as well. Here's the link... http://books.google.com/books?vid=0RSLPzjqh-KnkfGwOigL2m&id=LAzOp9_Ky_oC&pg=PA326&lpg=PA326&dq=history of western massachusetts eggleston EnjoY! Important Note: The author of this message may not be subscribed to this list. If you would like to reply to them, please click on the Message Board URL link above and respond on the board.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: mdrc1 Surnames: Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.massachusetts.counties.berkshire/5539.1/mb.ashx Message Board Post: >From Sheffield (MA) Historical Society, Mark Dewey Research Center Volume I EGGLESTON, none KILBORNE, Jacob, p. 93 Volume II EGGLESTON, Alden B., pp. 264, 326, 402 EGGLESTON, Azariah, p. 525 KILBORN, John, p. 464 KILBORN, Samuel, p. 90 KILBURN, Daniel, p. 201 KILBURN, Josiah, p. 186 KILBURN, Mr., pp. 186, 188, 189 KILBURN, Rev. Mr., p. 204 KILBURNE, p. 418 KILBURNE, Joseph, p. 454 Important Note: The author of this message may not be subscribed to this list. If you would like to reply to them, please click on the Message Board URL link above and respond on the board.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: ColleenLill76 Surnames: Eggleston Kilborn Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.massachusetts.counties.berkshire/5539/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Hi, If anyone has access to the index to Vol 1&2 of History of Western Massachusetts, I would like to request a lookup. I am looking for the surname Eggleston and Kilborn (or Kilbourn, Kilborne, etc). I appreciate any help anyone can provide. Thanks, Colleen Lill Alberta Canada Important Note: The author of this message may not be subscribed to this list. If you would like to reply to them, please click on the Message Board URL link above and respond on the board.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: Missreardon Surnames: Reardon/Winnard/Overlock/Coffey/Dietrich/Durgaloh Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.massachusetts.counties.berkshire/5527.2.1/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Janice, It is great to find new family. I would love to know more info on your line leading up to frank. Max has been awesome with helping me find family info. I would love to share any info I can with you on my line. Please email me at [email protected] Colleen Important Note: The author of this message may not be subscribed to this list. If you would like to reply to them, please click on the Message Board URL link above and respond on the board.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: Missreardon Surnames: Reardon/Winnard/Overelock/Coffey/Dietrich/Durgaloh Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.massachusetts.counties.berkshire/5528.2.2/mb.ashx Message Board Post: OMG! It is awesome to find relatives that I never knew. This is really making me cry. Frank Winnard's Son Frank (Jr) Is My Grandmothers Father. I would ;love to email and chat. [email protected] Congratulations! Important Note: The author of this message may not be subscribed to this list. If you would like to reply to them, please click on the Message Board URL link above and respond on the board.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: MaxWard44 Surnames: Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.massachusetts.counties.berkshire/5528.2.1.1.1/mb.ashx Message Board Post: I'm not sure why. I am getting email OK from elsewhere. Try again? Important Note: The author of this message may not be subscribed to this list. If you would like to reply to them, please click on the Message Board URL link above and respond on the board.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: jmmrs Surnames: Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.massachusetts.counties.berkshire/5528.2.1.1/mb.ashx Message Board Post: I tried e-mailing you, but the message was bounced back to me. Help! ;-) Janice Roberts Important Note: The author of this message may not be subscribed to this list. If you would like to reply to them, please click on the Message Board URL link above and respond on the board.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: jmmrs Surnames: Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.massachusetts.counties.berkshire/5527.2/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Hi, I just posted to you on another thread regarding the Winnards, but I wanted to jump in here, too. The last name is MARONEY, not Maloney. This name stems from the Irish name "Marooney"; it is believed that the other "O" was dropped upon immigration to Canada. MARONEY is my great-granmother's maiden name! Janice Roberts Important Note: The author of this message may not be subscribed to this list. If you would like to reply to them, please click on the Message Board URL link above and respond on the board.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: MaxWard44 Surnames: Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.massachusetts.counties.berkshire/5528.2.1/mb.ashx Message Board Post: It's Colleen's family connection and you should also get her reply but if you send me an email at [email protected] I will send you the gedcom file that I have. Max Important Note: The author of this message may not be subscribed to this list. If you would like to reply to them, please click on the Message Board URL link above and respond on the board.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: jmmrs Surnames: Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.massachusetts.counties.berkshire/5528.2/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Hi, I stumbled across these postings and am in awe! This is such a difficult family to trace! I have the Winnards back to Frank Oliver Winnard and Martha Regnier (not Rennie). My mom is related to their daughter Rose Winnard, who married Patrick Maroney. These were her grandparents! Would love to share info! Janice Roberts Important Note: The author of this message may not be subscribed to this list. If you would like to reply to them, please click on the Message Board URL link above and respond on the board.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: lbhaggerty Surnames: Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.massachusetts.counties.berkshire/5538.2/mb.ashx Message Board Post: I've received several requests already so I need to close this offer for now. I didn't get any requests for Florida, Mass. so I'd still be willing to do a couple of these. Linda Important Note: The author of this message may not be subscribed to this list. If you would like to reply to them, please click on the Message Board URL link above and respond on the board.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: lbhaggerty Surnames: Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.massachusetts.counties.berkshire/5538.1/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Sorry, I used the wrong email address out of habit. Send your requests to: [email protected] Important Note: The author of this message may not be subscribed to this list. If you would like to reply to them, please click on the Message Board URL link above and respond on the board.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: lbhaggerty Surnames: Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.massachusetts.counties.berkshire/5538/mb.ashx Message Board Post: I'm willing to take on a couple new pro bona (free) small research projects in the mid-1800's & on in Adams, North Adams, & Florida, Mass. I can only take on a couple at this time. Please email me your request with all the background info you already have. I am also asking that you include a release stating that any report that I prepare for you can be used in my genealogy certification portfolio. [email protected] Important Note: The author of this message may not be subscribed to this list. If you would like to reply to them, please click on the Message Board URL link above and respond on the board.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: renwalk Surnames: Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.massachusetts.counties.berkshire/5536.3.1.1.1.1.1/mb.ashx Message Board Post: I did notice the difference in names. It took me a long time to find out who Adelia/Delia really was. She was really CORdelia Potter Tefft, widow of Kenyon Tefft, who died shortly after being discharged from the army in the Civil War, I believe in 1864. I'm not sure if Betty was Betty's whole name, or if it was a nickname, but it was definitely Betty, not Bessie. (I have a card from flowers she and her daughter sent to my dad's funeral long ago...Betty Whitman.) I think a lot of census takers misunderstood what they were told, or transcribers read them wrong. Just makes it more interesting, (and time consuming), doesn't it???! Nance Important Note: The author of this message may not be subscribed to this list. If you would like to reply to them, please click on the Message Board URL link above and respond on the board.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: renwalk Surnames: Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.massachusetts.counties.berkshire/5536.3.1.1.1.2/mb.ashx Message Board Post: I know! I don't know where Melvin was at that time. Evidently he came back, and they had my dad and moved to Pawtucket. I find them in Pawtucket in the 1930 census. My dad died in a car accident Dec. 25, 1955, so I was never able to ask him anything. We lived in PA, and I only remember one of his brothers, Frank, visiting us when I was little. My mother really knew little about his family, and she was gone before I got interested in this. I did come to N. Adams, got a copy of my father's birth certificate, and went to see the house they were listed at on State Road. I'm planning to come back up this spring and visit Schuylerville and North Adams to see if I can find any more info. Any suggestions on where to look would be very welcome! Thanks, Nance Important Note: The author of this message may not be subscribed to this list. If you would like to reply to them, please click on the Message Board URL link above and respond on the board.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: SublimeTorment Surnames: Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.massachusetts.counties.berkshire/5536.3.1.1.1.1/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Just a quuick note, have you noticed that the person you refer to as Betty is "Bessie" on all records? That Cordelia is Adelia? Important Note: The author of this message may not be subscribed to this list. If you would like to reply to them, please click on the Message Board URL link above and respond on the board.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: SublimeTorment Surnames: Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.massachusetts.counties.berkshire/5536.3.1.1.1/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Here's an interesting thing. In the 1900 census, Grace says "widow" & Melvin isn't with the family. The children listed are the same so it's your Grace. 1900 United States Federal Census about Grace H Welch Name: Grace H Welch Home in 1900: Adams, Berkshire, Massachusetts Age: 23 Estimated birth year: abt 1877 Birthplace: New York Relationship to head-of-house: Head Race: White Occupation: View image Neighbors: View others on page Household Members: Name Age Grace H Welch 23 Anzoletta Welch 7 Bessie M Welch 5 Frank C Welch 10.12 Address is 40 Randall St. Important Note: The author of this message may not be subscribed to this list. If you would like to reply to them, please click on the Message Board URL link above and respond on the board.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: renwalk Surnames: Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.massachusetts.counties.berkshire/5536.3.1.1/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Thanks, and yes, this is my Melvin. I have quite a bit about him from the Schuylerville area. I'm guessing it was fairly common to move around between states in that area...NY, MA, VT. I'm stymied as to finding Melvin's parents. I don't think he was actually Cordelia's grandson. I'm at a dead end in that search. I was hoping to find someone living who may have descended from Melvin and Grace who might know something about his parentage. Cordelia Tefft's father was also from MA...John Potter m. Lucinda Hay. Haven't been able to find anything on them either. Thanks for your help! Nance Important Note: The author of this message may not be subscribed to this list. If you would like to reply to them, please click on the Message Board URL link above and respond on the board.