How do I go about having my DNA used/tested for genealogical purposes? Donna

I recently purchased from ebay a photo of 3 apparent sisters, taken by Hebbel in Baltimore MD. On the back is written Aunt Nettie, Aunt Mollie and Aunt Pearl, with a date of 1856 written in pencil. They're not my relations - I just bought the photo in hopes I can reunite it with their family for the $7.99 I paid. So if you have sisters Nettie, Mollie and Pearl in the Baltimore area in the mid-1800's, drop me a line. :-) Mollie King [email protected] PROUT, KING, BEHN, ENGELMEYER, RINGGOLD, MERRICK

I for one would not want DNA typing for genealogical use to be rejected out of hand. I would like for people to consider in a knowledgeable way what the potential consequences of submitting their and their families DNA are. I'm sure it is supposed to be kept private and secure. However private and secure only last until one or more of the following happen: 1- Some trusted person with access and insufficient integrity has a serious money or morals problem 2- Someone makes a plausible case to a judge and gets a court order 3- One or more persons successfully hack into the computer system where the data is kept 4- The company or organization fails and their physical property and data assets are purchased 5- The company or organization merges with another (whose purpose may be to gain access to the data) I'll quit after 5, but there are others, probably more than I can think of. When we make decisions that affect others, we should try to make them as responsibly as we can. Ignorance rarely results in responsible action. Thank you for your time. Gene Sears Searching for Sears, Phipps, Watkins, & Mangum folks (in Maryland and Virginia), Hayes, Laster, Darnell, & Tucker folks (in North Carolina and Virginia) -----Original Message----- From: Don Erickson [mailto:[email protected]] Sent: Wednesday, May 30, 2001 9:32 PM To: [email protected] Subject: Re: [RowanRoots] DNA Use/Abuse (Genealogy too) Let's be reasonable about this. Everything can be mis-used. That does not mean that we need to reject everything. Just imagine what might have happened if Hitler had access to cell phones, or DVD movies, or 1998 Buicks? DNA technology can be a great asset to genealogists, as well as other users. Let's make use of it where it is appropriate. don Don Erickson, Colorado Springs CO [email protected] www.pcisys.net/~don_erickson ----- Original Message ----- From: <[email protected]> To: <[email protected]> Sent: Wednesday, May 30, 2001 7:05 PM Subject: Re: [RowanRoots] DNA Use/Abuse (Genealogy too) > Hi > > When I first heard this Idea for some reason it hit me square in the face and > I figured I might be the only one that would think this way so I kept quite. > You ask what kinda off abuses could come from this? > My first thougth was Oh my what would happen if Hitler was privy to > information like this some 60 yrs ago? I know there is supposed to be > privacy policies but as we all know rules can be broken. I would think in > the wrong hands this could possibly be a very dangerous situation. > > So I will stick to the ole way of hunting kin :) > My two cents worth > > Julie ==== ROWANROOTS Mailing List ==== The list administrator can be reached at [email protected]

I think it would be inappropriate for me try to educate anyone on the use or misuse of DNA data. The following link is to a site that provides a look at several aspects of DNA use. Both positive and negative aspects are discussed. The information appears to be designed for a "lay person" audience, so most people should be able to understand the concepts discussed. Anyone could "begin" their education here. http://www.geneart.org/genome-toc.htm Thank you for your time. Gene Sears Searching for Sears, Phipps, Watkins, & Mangum folks (in Maryland and Virginia), Hayes, Laster, Darnell, & Tucker folks (in North Carolina and Virginia)

I hope all of the folks contributing their and their families DNA for genealogical use are fully aware of the other uses/abuses that can be made of a DNA sample/record. I know that there are many trusting and trustworthy people out there. However there are many who are not, worse yet there are few laws protecting individual or group privacy, and the ones there are, often aren't taken seriously. If you think this is not a serious issue, you are extremely under informed. I urge you to research the privacy issues, uses, and abuses (both actual and potential) relating to DNA. Research can begin at any Internet search engine or at your local library. This will not be as much fun as genealogical research, and it will take more than 30 minutes, BUT the issues and DANGERS as well as the potential positives are truly awe inspiring. Thank you for your time. Gene Sears Searching for Sears, Phipps, Watkins, & Mangum folks (in Maryland and Virginia), Hayes, Laster, Darnell, & Tucker folks (in North Carolina and Virginia)

I don't know if this will help or not, but I went to Anacostia HS with a Buddy Sherwood. I graduated in 1950 and I believe he was a little ahead of me. I believe you could contact the Anacostia Alumni by writing Jacque Crawley, 4705 Cedell Place, Camp Springs, MD, 20748. They may have a current address for this Buddy who could put you in touch with the rest of his family. Ellen Amidon Williams ----- Original Message ----- From: <[email protected]> To: <[email protected]> Sent: Tuesday, May 29, 2001 10:12 PM Subject: [MDGEN] Earl W. SHERWOOD > > Earl William Sherwood, born Washington DC, 26 May 1899, 1 Brother, 2 > Sisters. Brother, Raymond Silas Sherwood born Washington DC, 14 April 1892, > Died 15 March 1973 Believe his wifes name Louise, son buddie, Sister ethal, > no info except born in Washington DC,died at young age. Sister Eleanor > Sherwood Wehman, Born Washington DC, 2 sons. Heres the big brick wall (for me > anyway). Grandfather, William Sherwood, thats what I have. Grandmother > Hattie Velma Bertha McGough from upstate NY. I hope you can help me break > down this wall. Thanks Ray > > > ==== MDGEN Mailing List ==== > To Change email address Unsubcribe to the list and resubscribe with the new email address. [email protected] >

To the lady who wanted information about ROWE. I misplaced your email address. Please contact me as I have information for you. [email protected] Charles Young

Earl William Sherwood, born Washington DC, 26 May 1899, 1 Brother, 2 Sisters. Brother, Raymond Silas Sherwood born Washington DC, 14 April 1892, Died 15 March 1973 Believe his wifes name Louise, son buddie, Sister ethal, no info except born in Washington DC,died at young age. Sister Eleanor Sherwood Wehman, Born Washington DC, 2 sons. Heres the big brick wall (for me anyway). Grandfather, William Sherwood, thats what I have. Grandmother Hattie Velma Bertha McGough from upstate NY. I hope you can help me break down this wall. Thanks Ray

If anyone is researching DUNKELS in Baltimore, I have found a book in- scribed with the name of a DUNKEL in 1946. If you are interested, reply to my e-mail address. Pat Ellison

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I am looking for the family of Meshack Davis and family. He was born aroung 1750. Regards, Tommye Jordan ----- Original Message ----- From: Christopher T. Smithson <[email protected]> To: <[email protected]> Sent: Sunday, May 27, 2001 5:40 PM Subject: [MDGEN] Winters Family of Baltimore City, MD > Hi: > > I am looking for information on a Bernard Winters and his sister Nellie > Winters (1887-1985) who married Arthur C. Smithson (1893-1961) around > 1943. They were in Owings Mills, Maryland and all three are buried at > Parkwood Cem., in Baltimore, MD. > > Sincerely, > > Christopher T. Smithson > > > ==== MDGEN Mailing List ==== > To unsubscribe from the list : [email protected] > Put unsubscribe in the subject line > >

Hi: I am looking for information on a Bernard Winters and his sister Nellie Winters (1887-1985) who married Arthur C. Smithson (1893-1961) around 1943. They were in Owings Mills, Maryland and all three are buried at Parkwood Cem., in Baltimore, MD. Sincerely, Christopher T. Smithson

I'm looking for information about my fathers family. Earl William Sherwood B. 1899, Washington, DC, 3 siblings, brother Raymond Silas Sherwood, b 1892, Washington, DC, 2 sisters, Ethel b. between 1892 and 1899 died at a young age, Eleanor born circa 1902. My Gfather William Sherwood married Hattie Vere Bertha McGough, location and date unknown. As for any siblings, also unknown, I understand he left my Gmother in late 20s or early 30's and headed for Arkansas Any help will be appeciated. Thanks RAY

There is a Swedenborgian church in Bryn Athen, PA They may have a website or you may write to them at Cathedral of theNew Church Cathedral rd and Route 232 Bryn Athen, PA Sorry, I do not have the zip the phone is 215 947-0266 I'm just checking the local phone directory and a web site for another New Church in Ivyland, PA (near Bryn Athen is www.ivyland.org Hope this helps! Maizie

Searching for others researching the DEVENISH or DEVINISH Family and their relations: John DEVINISH b. 1720 in Ireland m. 1st ???; m. 2nd ? BARRETT, died 1807 in Baltimore, MD, Had a plantation on Chesapeake Bay, was an officer in the French, Indian, and Rev. Wars John had four siblings (James, Robert, Stephen, and George) who also came to the U.S., James may have returned to Ireland after the Rev. War; and George was killed in the Rev. War John & his first wife had one son John DEVINISH Jr. who died in 1808 John & his second wife had three children; James, Hannah, and Solomon Hannah adopted by a Baltimore banker when her parents died, married twice ? LOWE and ? KIELER and died in Indianapolis, Indiana in 1876 Solomon b. 25 May 1801 in Cambridge, Maryland; married Elizabeth FERGUSON; owned a plantation in Maryland, was a merchant tailor, and died in Indianapolis, Indiana 14 June 1870 they had six children; Solomon, John Jay, Colin F., Samuel, Isabelle, and Margaret; the two oldest b. in Chesapeake Bay, Maryland and the others b. in Madison, Indiana; related surnames include MICHLENBURG; DAME; JOHNSON; PROTSMAN; BRIGGS; BOCK; SCHWARTZ; REDDINGTON; KNORR; Members of this family were also living in: Wayne, Indiana; Columbus, Ohio; James DEVINISH b. 12 February 1792 in Maryland; married 20 July 1820 in Floyd County, Indiana to Mary GUEST b. 1799 in England family immigrated to New Albany, Indiana, James died in 1868 in Floyd County, Indiana, the couple had 11 Children including: Solomon b. 30 August 1822; died in an accident at age 11 Hannah b. 18 December 1823; married ? KELEHER, lived in Fortuna, California and died 1910 in Eureka, CA Martha b. 18 October 1826; married Jeremiah L. GARD, had 4 children (Charles Hill, Henry L., Joseph L., and Edward Stephen)d. 3 Jan 1911 in Denver, Colorado, related surnames include FINK; Members of this family were also living in Columbus, Ohio; James b. 27 April 1828 and died in New Albany, IN, married Hester Anne PENNINGTON and had 4 children (Edward, Sally, Waldo, and Harvey)d. 20 May 1910, related surnames include MAUK; WOODS; Members of this family were also living in Little Rock, Arkansas; and St. Louis, Missouri Stephen b. 8 August 1830 New Albany, IN; died 4 Nov 1909 in Alberta, Canada Penina b. 15 July 1832; married ? WOODS; died 18 Nov 1919 in Sprague, Colorado Solomon b. 30 May 1834; died 1866 at New Albany, Indiana Richard b. 6 March 1836; m. Emma SENSENEY; d. 11 Nov 1929 at Fredericksburg, IN, the couple had 4 children (Oscar G., Cora Z., Homer Senseney, and Carl E.), related surnames include RIDDLE; BLACK; Members of this family were also living in Bakersfield, CA; Taft, CA; George b. 30 August 1837, m. 19 Feb 1863 to Sally Ann HAND, d. 19 May 1922 in New Albany, IN, the couple had 4 children (Leanna, Delia, Myrtle, & Carrie); related surnames include SCHELL; WERNCKE; RUSK; Members of this family were also living in Allen, Oklahoma; Georgetown, Indiana; Isabelle b. 1 September 1839, married Levi RAGER in Eureka, California and had 3 children (Lizzie, Alice Carey, & a boy); John DEVENISH b. 5 May 1821, m. 13 April 1858 Martha E. SHOULTS in CA, died 25 Dec 1899 in Fortuna, CA, and the couple had 6 children (Mary Ellen or Mary Elisabeth, Christopher, Hannah Peniah, Martha Elizabeth, Nancy Catherine, & Eliza Jane); related surnames include THORPE; MOORE; BROWN; ROBINSON; ROWLEY; Members of this family were also living in Red Bluff, CA; Eureka, CA; Edwall, WA; Fredericksburg, IN; Table Bluff, CA; Salmon Creek, CA; I'm hoping to fill in as many blanks as possible so I appreciate any assistance or direction you can provide. Thanks, Shelley

Hi: I am looking for a cemetery listing for the Bentley Springs Methodist Church near Maryland Line, Baltimore Co., MD. I am specificly looking for Sullivan's and Royston's... Sincerely, Christopher T. Smithson

Does anyoe know if there was a toen or village in Maryland called New Jerusalem in the late 1700's and if so ,approximately,where was it located?Also,does anyone have any knowledge of the Swedeborgian Church"? I would appreciate any information. Norma

Looking to connect with folks researching GILLIAN, COLEMAN, BANNON, KANE in County Mayo Ballina area. Living relative recalls Nora GILLIAN m a BANNON here in Maryland while another GILLIAN sister married a KANE. Nun Sister M. Theresa COLEMAN was a relative. Hope can find a connection Walt Walton J. Sullivan at [email protected] Maternal: COLEMAN, BELL, CORBETT, CURRAN, CUSICK, GILLIEN, GRAY, HANRAHAN, HOGAN,KNIGHT, MELVIN, MC HUGH, RITTER, STANTON, SULLIVAN, TORGERSON, TRAYNOR,WADE, WAGNER, WALSH PA-Dunmore, Scranton, Honesdale, Philadelphia; New Jersey; Montana-Anaconda, Butte http://www.familytreemaker.com/users/s/u/l/Walton--J-Sullivan/index.html http://worldconnect.rootsweb.com/cgi-bin/igm.cgi?db=wsullivw http://www.gencircles.com/users/wsullivw/1

Terry - The following Michael Griggs lived in Lancaster Co, VA, as did a lot of other Griggs. The Will was found on the Library of VA website under Colonial Records. Will of Michael Griggs of the County of Lancaster in Virginia, gent. To his father-in-law Robert Schofield L15. To his wife Ann Griggs all the rest of his estate. Names wife Anne Griggs as executrix. Signed 17 April 1687; proved 1688. Witness Wm Lee, Rich Farrington, William Carter. Probate at London 10Sept 1688 to Anne Bray alias Griggs (wife of Richard Bray) widow and executirx of the deceased. Index notes "St Botolph, Aldgate, Now St Matthew, Friday St." Elenora Green

The Harford County Genealogical Society will be holding a meeting at the Churchville Presbyterian Church at the corner of (MD Route 22 & Route 136) in Churchville, Harford Co., MD at 2PM EST. The speaker will be Mr. Ellsworth Shank, a historian and will speak on the city of Havre de Grace and its people, and houses. All members of HCGS who have not recieved the current Publication Bible Records Volume VI and attend meeting to pick your copy up. Those who cannot attended meetings your publication will be mailed to you at a later date. Sincerely yours, Christopher T. Smithson, Treasurer/Publications Chairman Harford County Genealogical Society, Inc.