This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: jc319 Surnames: Bell Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.northcarolina.counties.guilford/4275.1.1/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Thank you for the suggestion! I appreciate your response. Unfortunately, I have already called the North Carolina A&T President's Office and the Athletic Department. They acted as if they had never heard of Bill Bell. I emailed the University Archivist at A&T twice and she never responded. I called the Florica A&M President's Office and was referred to the Archives. I called the Archives and they called me back saying that they had no information. They suggested that I call the Athletics Department. I called the Athletics Deparmtment and never received a response. Dr. Bill Bell was a significant figure in black college athletics in his day. I would think there would be some more recent records of him. I just sent an email to the Ohio State Alumni Society. Perhaps that will produce something! 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.

There is some info on Big Bill Bell at the Florida web site: Eugene Bragg died in a tragic auto accident following the 1935 season, but his successor, William "Big Bill" Bell, would usher in what is now regarded as the Golden Age of Athletics at FAMU. The Golden Age . 1930 to 1970 With the advent of Ohio State graduate Bill Bell onto the FAMU scene in 1936, the Rattler Football Program was ready to become the outstanding program that it is today. Bell led the Rattler program to its' first conference title in 1937, followed by an undefeated season (8-0) and its' first Black College National title in 1938. In fact during his tenure, Bell would pilot the Rattlers to three national titles, clearly establishing them as one of elite programs in football. Bell departed for service in World War II in 1943 and after two years of struggle, Alonzo Smith "Jake" Gaither, an assistant under Bell, took the reins of the program and proverbially speaking, the rest was history. Do you know his middle initial or where he was born? Was he born in NC? If he enlisted in 1943, there should be a WW II record for him. I'll help you if I can. ----- Original Message ----- From: <gc-gateway@rootsweb.com> To: <NCGUILFO-L@rootsweb.com> Sent: Sunday, June 24, 2007 11:22 AM Subject: Re: [NCGUILFO] William "Big Bill" Bell > This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. > > Author: jc319 > Surnames: Bell > Classification: queries > > Message Board URL: > > http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.northcarolina.counties.guilford/4275.1.1/mb.ashx > > Message Board Post: > > Thank you for the suggestion! I appreciate your response. > > Unfortunately, I have already called the North Carolina A&T President's Office and the Athletic Department. They acted as if they had never heard of Bill Bell. I emailed the University Archivist at A&T twice and she never responded. > > I called the Florica A&M President's Office and was referred to the Archives. I called the Archives and they called me back saying that they had no information. They suggested that I call the Athletics Department. I called the Athletics Deparmtment and never received a response. > > Dr. Bill Bell was a significant figure in black college athletics in his day. I would think there would be some more recent records of him. > > I just sent an email to the Ohio State Alumni Society. Perhaps that will produce something! > > 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. > > > > > ------------------------------- > To unsubscribe from the list, please send an email to NCGUILFO-request@rootsweb.com with the word 'unsubscribe' without the quotes in the subject and the body of the message

I've "rescued" a group of old photographs belonging to the SUBLETT Family. The first is a photograph of Mary E. SUBLETT of Longmont, Colorado which is printed on postcard paper and addressed to Mrs. Elizabeth SUBLETT in Big Springs, Kentucky. The photograph was likely taken in the early 1900's with Mary appearing to be about 7 years old at the time. Attached to the postcard is also what appears to be a school photograph of Mary as well, with her likely about 4-6 years old in this photograph. The third photograph is identified as J. T. SUBLETT and his wife and was taken at the W. J. Moore Studio in Greensboro, North Carolina. This photograph appears to have been taken in the early 1900's with the couple likely in their 30's or 40's at the time it was taken. The final photograph is one which is unidentified, that of a young girl about 6 years old which is dated Sept 21 1929 with no photographer or location identified. Based on limited research I was able to locate two possible matches in census records as follows: 1910 census of Town of Manganola, Otero Co., CO: Robert J. SUBLETT, age 48, divorced, born KY, parents born KY, Driving a Team Mary SUBLETT, dau, age 17, born MO, parents born KY/MO Valena SUBLETT, dau, age 16, born MO, parents born KY/MO 1910 census of Thomasville Township, NC: James T. SUBLETT, age 38, married 2 years, born KY, parents born KY/TN, a Chair Factory Laborer Myrtle SUBLETT, wife, age 29, married 2 years, born NC, parents born NC I am hoping to locate someone from this SUBLETT Family so that these wonderful old photographs can be returned to the care of family. If you are a member of this family, or if you know someone who might be, please contact me. Thanks, Shelley

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: kalicokitt Surnames: Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.northcarolina.counties.guilford/4275.1/mb.ashx Message Board Post: If you were to get in contact with A&T University at Greensboro NC they might give you the information that you are looking for about William "Big Bill" Bell. Kalicokitt 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: puttersc Surnames: Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.northcarolina.counties.guilford/4274.1/mb.ashx Message Board Post: North Carolina Death Collection, 1908-1996 Name: Lonnie Bailey Death Date: 21 Sep 1940 Death County: Guilford Death State: North Carolina Race: White Name: John Bailey Death Date: 21 Sep 1940 Death County: Guilford Death State: North Carolina Race: White Source: NC State Archives. North Carolina Deaths, 1908-67 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: jc319 Surnames: Bell Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.northcarolina.counties.guilford/4275/mb.ashx Message Board Post: I am seeking information about the status and location of William "Big Bill" Bell, the former football coach (and possibly athletic director) at North Carolina A&T University. He was born about 1910 in Georgia, the 5th of 9 children of Thomas Henry Bell (1868-1926) and Maggie B. Adrine (1879-1927. His family moved to Akron, Summit, Ohio around 1915. He graduated from Ohio State University in the early 1930's. He served as the football coach at Florida A&M University, between 1939 and 1945. He was in Greensboro in the 1950's- 1980's, but I have been unable to find him after that date. Any assistance would be appreciated. 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: aamanda_88 Surnames: Classification: death Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.northcarolina.counties.guilford/4274/mb.ashx Message Board Post: I found my mother's brothers' records in the North Carolina Death Index. I know that they were born premature and died the same day in 1940 but was wondering what the codes mean. Is there a link or could someone tell me what these mean? 400 Bailey John 00 W 159 2212 276 9 21 41 40 400 Bailey Lonnie 00 W 159 2212 275 9 21 41 40 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: mabeone Surnames: Mabe, Parker, McCormick, Shelton, Bowman, Burke, Cable, Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.northcarolina.counties.guilford/4273/mb.ashx Message Board Post: GIBSONVILLE - Mrs. Gladys Mabe Parker, 85, of Cullen Road, passed away early Sunday morning, June 17, 2007, at her home. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. on Wednesday June 20, at Forbis & Dick North Elm Street Funeral Chapel in Greensboro with the Rev. A.C. Brock and Rev. Pat Dixon officiating. Interment will follow at Lakeview Memorial Park. Gladys Mabe Parker was born on July 8, 1921, in Guilford County, N.C. She was the daughter of the late William S. and Mintora Mabe. Gladys was an avid gardener and loved to fish and travel. She was also of the Baptist faith. Mrs. Parker is survived by her loving husband, Bill McCormick of the home; two sons, Gary Shelton of Treasure Island, Fla. and Michael Shelton of Greensboro and three step-sons. She is also survived by her sisters, Janie Bowman of Brown Summit, Faye Burke of Siler City and Lucille Bowman and Linda Cable both of Greensboro; brothers, Marvin Mabe of Walkertown and James Mabe and Ray Mabe both of Brown Summit; six grandchildren; seven step-grandchildren; ten great grandchildren; four step great grandchildren; one great-great grandchild, and numerous nieces and nephews. The family will receive friends from 7 until 8:30 p.m. Tuesday evening at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be sent to Hospice at Greensboro, 2500 Summit Ave. Greensboro, NC 27405. Online condolences may be sent to www.forbisanddick.com Published in the News Record from 6/18/2007 - 6/19/2007 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: KSroots3 Surnames: Fogleman, Bowman Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.northcarolina.counties.guilford/4272/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Can anyone tell me if there is a history book for Guilford County, NC, that would cover families living in the Civil War era? I am researching John and Eva May Bowman Fogleman. 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.

thanks. It's funny, I always known about the Potters in Illinois had come from NC, but just recently got some good info into gggrandfather in Guildford County and Davidson County. I didn't realize that birth records were so recent. thanks for your help. take care, clarence BenbowKD@aol.com wrote: > North Carolina did not start using birth certificates until 1913, so > anything prior to that time will be in church or Bible records. Tombstones on > occasion.... And remember that there are/were a lot of Quakers in Guilford > County, and their records are wonderful resources. Death certificates also were > not started in NC until 1913, so the same applies. You will have to rely on > church and Bible records and tombstones between 1771 and 1913. > > Some marriage records, deeds, etc., are online. If you will go to the > website below, you will find a link to the county Register of Deeds office. > Negotiating that website can be a little tricky, but you will find the available > online records there. > > Katherine Dick Benbow > County Coordinator, Guilford County NCGenWeb > _http://www.rootsweb.com/~ncguilfo/_ (http://www.rootsweb.com/~ncguilfo/) > > > > ************************************** See what's free at http://www.aol.com. > > ------------------------------- > To unsubscribe from the list, please send an email to NCGUILFO-request@rootsweb.com with the word 'unsubscribe' without the quotes in the subject and the body of the message >

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: ConnieNewton15 Surnames: Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.northcarolina.counties.guilford/4231.1.1/mb.ashx Message Board Post: I THINK YOU AND I HAVE THE WRONG ALEXANDERS. THE ALEXANDER'S I'M WORKING ON ARE WHITE. I FOUND OUT HIS FATHER IS CHARLES AUGUSTUS AN MOTHER MARY. THANKS FOR RESPONDING ANYWAY. GOOD LUCK WITH YOUR SEARCH. 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: tonisparks Surnames: Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.northcarolina.counties.guilford/4231.1/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Not sure if this is my cousin Roy, because I don't have to much information on him. The Alexanders (African Americans) moved there in 1920, as did most of them. He is the Grandson of E. Alexander. contact me: alexsparks1900@aol.com) 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: tonisparks Surnames: Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.northcarolina.counties.guilford/4271/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Trying to connect various line of family who came out of Camden, Kershaw County and Lacaster County, South Carolina. Many of our relatives moved to Guilford County from SC and other areas. Our family names have varied due to marriages. So I am looking for Alexander, Drakeford, Aldrich, Furman, Belton, Kirkland, Whitaker, Lee, Thomas, Brown, Williams, Smith and Wright. There are many more, but it would take up space. Help out by submitting your information to our family tree and connect with a cousin you knew nothing about. 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.

I forgot to mention wills, estate records, deeds on occasion, court records, newspaper records, etc. There is more than one way to get at the answers you need. Some of the material from old Guilford newspapers are in the NCGenWeb digital archives. Go to the website below and start digging around. But remember that the search engine for my website does not give you results in the digital archives. That requires a separate search engine for the digital archives alone. Katherine Dick Benbow County Coordinator, Guilford County NCGenWeb _http://www.rootsweb.com/~ncguilfo/_ (http://www.rootsweb.com/~ncguilfo/) ************************************** See what's free at http://www.aol.com.

North Carolina did not start using birth certificates until 1913, so anything prior to that time will be in church or Bible records. Tombstones on occasion.... And remember that there are/were a lot of Quakers in Guilford County, and their records are wonderful resources. Death certificates also were not started in NC until 1913, so the same applies. You will have to rely on church and Bible records and tombstones between 1771 and 1913. Some marriage records, deeds, etc., are online. If you will go to the website below, you will find a link to the county Register of Deeds office. Negotiating that website can be a little tricky, but you will find the available online records there. Katherine Dick Benbow County Coordinator, Guilford County NCGenWeb _http://www.rootsweb.com/~ncguilfo/_ (http://www.rootsweb.com/~ncguilfo/) ************************************** See what's free at http://www.aol.com.

I'm new to searching around Guilford County. Are county birth / death records from 1800's online? thanx, clarence

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: 19531967 Surnames: COOK Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.northcarolina.counties.guilford/4270/mb.ashx Message Board Post: I am looking for information on 3 brothers: John Raymond "Ray" Cook b. April 1897 David Webb Cook b. May 1899 (wife Kate) Yoder Cook b. March 12, 1912 d. Dec 1977 (wife Helen) (not sure if this information is on the right Yoder Cook) All 3 brothers died in High Point. Father: John Marian Cook Mother: Emma J. Leonard Any information would be greatly appreciated. Thank you J R Cook Texas 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.

I am interested in the story, Norma. I believe that I descend from Francis Worth who moved his family from Nantucket to Guilford County before the Revolutionary War....can't help but believe that these families were traveling together. Marsha in WV Norma wrote: >I have a family story about Hepzabeth Macy whose parents were Jethro and >Hepzabeth (Worth) Macy. They migrated to NC in 1773 to Guilford Co. If you >are interested in reading this story, let me know, and perhaps I could send >it to you privately, if you would like. >Norma Pierce Suckstorf > > > > > >

I have a family story about Hepzabeth Macy whose parents were Jethro and Hepzabeth (Worth) Macy. They migrated to NC in 1773 to Guilford Co. If you are interested in reading this story, let me know, and perhaps I could send it to you privately, if you would like. Norma Pierce Suckstorf ----- Original Message ----- From: <memawphd@comcast.net> To: <NCGUILFO@rootsweb.com> Sent: Friday, May 18, 2007 8:55 PM Subject: [NCGUILFO] Nantucket migration to NC > Several of my ancestors made a detour through NC on their way from > Nantucket to IN. I'd love to have anything about their sojourns in NC > that anyone could share with me. Here's the list as I know it: > > Joseph MACY[1709 Nantucket -1772] > Hannah Hobbs MACY [ca.1707 Nantucket -1772 Guilford Co] his wife > Joseph MACY [1735 Nantucket -1810 IN] their son > Mary STARBUCK [b.1738 Nantucket - died Guilford Co] his wife > Albert MACY [1774 Nantucket -1847 IN] their son, migrated to IN in 1819 > Nancy Wall MACY [1777 VA - 1874 IN] his wife > their children born in New Garden, Guilford Co: > Elizabeth 1805, Joseph 1805, Hiram 1807, David 1810, Phebe 1812, William > 1814 > > So it appears the Macy stay in NC would have been between ca.1778-1819. > > Thanks so much.............. > PH DePoy > Manassas VA > > ------------------------------- > To unsubscribe from the list, please send an email to > NCGUILFO-request@rootsweb.com with the word 'unsubscribe' without the > quotes in the subject and the body of the message >

Hi Listers I am looking for any living descendants of John Thornton and Jane Bliss . They emigrated to the USA in 1873 from England , with their five children Clara Jane born 1861 Kate born 1865 Frank J born 1868 Harry born 1870 Charles D born 1872 In 1880 they are in Pittsburgh Pen. By 1900 Jane is widowed and they are in Greensboro , Guilford County NC (Gilmer township ?) Her son Frank Thornton is with her in 1900 ,1910 and 1920 unmarried . I cannot locate Jane and Frank in 1930 if stil alive .. I dont know what happened to daughter Clara Jane Thornton or daughter Kate Thornton . I believe son Harry thornton married Carrie and had three children ie Harry Howard born 1898 Pen possibly died 1987 , Elizabeth J Thornton born c1907 NC aand John J Thornton born about 1909 NC . In 1910, 1920 and 1930 the family are living in Gilmer Township , Greensboro , Guilford NC .In 1930 son Harry Howard Thornton is not with the family but the other two children are still at home . I believe that Charles D Thornton born 1872 England married Margaret and had the following children ie ...John M Thornton born 1898 , Janey Leah Thornton born 1900 Guilford Nc , Charles J born c 1907 NC and Margaret born c 1910 NC . Between 1920 and 1930 Charles Thornton is remarried to Effie Blackaby and has moved to Savannah , Georgia , daughter Margaret still at home in 1930 . I dont know where the other children went . I would love to trace any living descendants of these people or find any further records of them TIA Carol Jones (Wales UK)