This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: WALKER,RISLEY,SMITH Classification: Query Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/an/RRB.2ACE/6175 Message Board Post: Searching for a connection on my GGgrandfather- Curby(Kirby) Smith Walker b. 1831 NY. On 1875 State Census of Town of Harmony, Chautauqua Co. NY says he was born in Cat. and was married to Rosetta D. (Risley) Walker. Had a dau Eveline age 20, & Ervine age 6. Trying to locate any brother/sisters of Curby.Any info would be apprecaited. Thanks, Julie

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: Preston/Overbeck/Lyle/Harriger/Uplinger Classification: Query Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/an/RRB.2ACE/2352.2354.2357.2359 Message Board Post: You can go to your local library and ask for an inter- library loan fo the city,state,and year of the census. You can also go to a local historical society they should have copies of all the census. My name is Maggie Bushley and I am researching the Preston/Overbeck families of PA. My mother -in -law is a Preston but we don't talk to each other and when we did she didn't believe in family research. aashe says it's nobodies business. Lucky for me not everyone feels this way. If they did noone would be able to do genealogy. Good luck on your search.

Since my last posting regarding "Bibles Found"; "Bibles Lost"; "Bibles to Share" I have had quite a few people ask me what the url is again - http://www.usgennet.org/usa/topic/ancestors/ I am currently buried in requests to get new posts made to the site. Please be patient if you have sent in a new request in the past week. I will be on vacation the next two weeks and am hoping to get in a trip to New York to research my elusive WORDEN line. (If anyone on these lists has Worden ancestors or WHITING ancestors, please contact me privately.) My WORDEN line first appears in Chautauqua County in the 1830 census (Hanover) and again the 1840 census (Poland), then on to Yorkshire, Cattaraugus County in the 1850 census. I suspect my John Worden could have been born in Chautauqua County, or possibly Allegany County, NY ca 1807/08. (Any and all help greatly appreciated!!) Brenda in Iowa

I am not sure which NY list I saw the posting a few days ago regarding someone finding the website of Bibles Lost and Bibles Found, but there are only two (of us) webmasters that maintain the entire website. I am in charge of getting the "Bibles Found" and "Bibles Lost" posted for the world to see. Since someone posted the url on one of the NYlists, there has been in excess of 50 new requests to be posted, mostly for Bibles Lost. I will get these posted as soon as humanly possible, but please be a bit forgiving if you don't see your posting immediately. I am just starting a two week vacation, so will get them posted hopefully in the next couple of days. Brenda

I am seeking an obituary & or cemetery where the following two individuals are buried in Cattaraugus County, New York. Edward Busby Mould Sr. was born on 17 Mar 1847 in Glenville, Schenectady County, New York. He died on 18 Jan 1898 in Salamanca, Cattaraugus County, New York Edward married Emma Lucia Wells, daughter of Isaac Wells and Abigail, on 7 May 1871 in Saratoga County, New York. Emma was born on 27 Aug 1855 in New York. She died Emma Mould in 1938 in Salamanca, Cattaraugus County, New York Thanks in advance, Patrick Kenney 7075 W. Gowan #1101 Las Vegas, Nevada. 89129 patrickekenney@yahoo.com __________________________________________________ Do you Yahoo!? Yahoo! Tax Center - File online, calculators, forms, and more http://tax.yahoo.com

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: Bennett, Smith Classification: Query Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/rw/RRB.2ACE/6174 Message Board Post: Looking for information on Bennett & Smith who operated a business in the Hinsdale area circa 1910. Specifically looking for what the business was and how long in business. Thank you. Charles Woolever

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: Bunce Classification: Query Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/rw/RRB.2ACE/6173 Message Board Post: Looking for information on H. E. Bunce who operated a business in the Hinsdale area (east side) circa 1913. Specifically looking for what the business was and how long in business. Thank you. Charles Woolever

-- If anyone has access to a marriage announcement in the newspaper for this couple, John N. PRESTON of Canisteo, Steuben Co., NY and Carrie Bell KEITH of Little Valley, CATTARauGUS CO, NY, I would be very grateful. Carrie Bell KEITH (1867-1949) married John N. Preston (1854-1927) 31 Jan 1889 Carrie was the daughter of Albert J. and Phoebe Ann Keith of Little Valley John was the son of Willard T. and Fannie Stewart Preston of Canisteo, Steuben Co., NY Sisters to the bride: Lillian, Rose, Genevieve, and Roxie Anna Thanks, Joy Kirk Little, descendant 105 McRae Ct. Jacksonville, NC 28546 jjklittle@earthlink.net

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: Parker, McCapes Classification: Query Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/rw/RRB.2ACE/6172 Message Board Post: I am still looking into the Major McCapes and Samuel Parker families of Cattaraugus County. Both are my great great great grandfathers, or third great grandfathers. The McCapes family became well entrenched in the county, but I have practically no information on the Parkers. Major McCapes and Samuel Parker owned land per the Holland Land Record Company. The Holland records show that Major McCapes purchased on October 30, 1821, lot 39 of Section 00, Township 02, Range 09. Samuel P. Parker purchased on October 1, 1822, lot 38 of Section 00, Township 02, Range 09, the same section, township, and range as Major McCapes. Major's farm, left to his son James McCapes, would have been just west of Randolph Village, almost exactly between Torrence and Watts Roads on West Main Street, possibly a bit closer to Watts. Major's land would lay on either side of West Main Street. The farm would be south of Interstate 86 (?) or Highway 17. I would guess that West Main Street is the Old Jamestown Road. Samuel Parker’s land would be south of Major’s land, and just a bit southwest of Randolph Village. Samuel does not appear on the 1830 census, or later census records for that matter, so I presume he sold his land just south of Major’s land and moved on. Possibly he died by that time and the family moved away. Does anyone have any information on Samuel? Some additional information is that Samuel had a son, Samuel Perry Parker, who married Teressa Brown McCapes, daughter of Major, on January 12, 1832 (possibly 1833) in Randolph. I received detailed information on the marriage from a 104-year-old second cousin who no doubt has an official document but cannot find it. She does not remember exactly where she got the information. There must be a certificate of some kind, however. Abraham Bush, Justice of the Peace, performed the ceremony. The history of the county states that in 1825, Abraham G. Bush, settled in town and made improvements on lots 23 and 24. "He inaugurated and successfully carried on several important businesses, and was, in his time, the most prominent man in town." Mary A. Woodworth, witnessed the marriage of Samuel Perry Parker and Teressa Brown McCapes. Mary later married Enfield Leach. Enfield took over a lumber business and another business started by Woodworth and Bush. Enfield, Mary, and her father Zebedee are next door to Major McCapes Jr. on the 1850 Randolph census. Samuel Parker had at least seven children: Samuel Perry Parker above, Ambrose, Olive, Cyrus, Clarissy, Charles, and Eli Curtis. Any help on this family would be greatly appreciated. Could anyone check a deed index record at the county courthouse for me? I will gladly pay costs.

It would be greatly appreciated if someone would do an OBITUARY LOOKUP for me on: Phebe/ Phoebe Ann Tisdale KEITH B. 18 APR 1843, BURLINGTON, OTSEGO CO. NY d. 1 June 1926, Canisteo, Steuben Co. NY Burial: 4 June 1926 Rural Cemetery, Little Valley, CATTAR Co. NY m. 1 Jan 1865, Ellicottville, NY by Justice of Peace to Albert J. KEITH (1843-1903) children: Lillian (1866- ? ) Carrie Keith PRESTON (1867-1948) ROSE (1873- ? ) GENEVIEVE (1876 - ? ) ROXIE ANNA Keith KLECKNER (1878-1932) MInnie (1869 -<1880) Parent: Pauline An Tisdel (~1807 ->1875)--Lived next door to Phebe in 18875 state census Little Valley, CAttar. Co., NY--stated she was recently widowed. Siblings: Sarah (1839 - ? ) Edward / Edmund (1841 - ?) Charley (1851 - 1918) Thank you for your time and resources, Joy Kirk Little, descendant 105 McRae Ct. Jacksonville, NC 28546 jjklittle@earthlink.net --

Hi all! I recently was searching through some property that belonged to my aunt who passed away quite a while ago, when I discovered photographs of people who were possibly just friends of the family. Many of the photographs had names on the back and I would really like to find them a home with a relative or the person themselves. I believe most of these people lived in the western NY, but have no real way to verify this. Unless otherwise noted, I am assuming they are from NY. The following is a list of some of the photos I have... If you know who the person is or are sure you are related please contact me at my email address ( HAZEMJ69@AOL.COM ) LEACH family; John, Vicki, Kate, Shelley, Beth, Betty, Jay. COLLIGAN, Catherine. baby DAWSON (possibly New Albion, NY). HAY, Bill & Art (Sonman, PA). TABER, Thelma. SPINX, Ed. COON, Vernon. STROBAUER, Eugene. PRATT, Mildred. EASTERLY, Bradly. McGRAUR, Jessie. STERNISHA, Patty. PURDY, Walter & Charles. Thanks, Marcy

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Classification: Marriage Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/an/RRB.2ACE/6171 Message Board Post: At Alabama, N. Y., May 10th, the M. E. parsonage was the scene of a very pretty wedding, when Lola Ruth, the only daughter of Rev. and Mrs. E. D. Robinson, became the wife of Lavinus Conrwell of Buffalo. At 12:30 the bridal party descended the stairs to the strains of the wedding march, Miss Mildred Rowley at the piano. The flower girl, Miss Edna Dye, carrying a basket of pink rosed and sweet peas, led the bridal party to the bay window that was banked with ferns and potted plants, where the ceremony was performed by the bride's father, under and arch of evergreens and a white wedding bell. The shades were drawn and candles were illuminatation. The rooms were neatly decorated with pink and white carnations. The bride was gowned in ivory crepe de chine with georgette crepe and pearl trimmings and carried a shower bouquet of brides roses and sweet peas. She was attended by Miss Violet Bradt, bowned in pale green taffeta with over-draperies of chiffon. She carried pink and white carnations. Mr. Frank Crosby atttended the groom. After congratulations a three course luncheon was served in the church parlors by Mrs. David Christi assisted by Miss Rachel Lintner. Covers were laid for twenty-five. The bride's traveling suit was blue serge, black hat, with gold trim mings. Mr. and Mrs. Cornwell left on the evening train for New York City."

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: Ashcraft Blighton Hill Classification: Query Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/an/RRB.2ACE/6170 Message Board Post: Mr. and Mrs. A. P. Ashcraft celebrated their golden wedding anniversary on Dec. 22nd, 1913, at their home at McKinstry surrounded by their brothers and sisters, children and grandchildren. The house was tastefully decorated in gold and white and the bride of fifty years ago wore a golden brown Irish linen trimmed with Irish crochet lace. When the guests were seated at the table Miss Mabel Hill sang a song composed for the occasion by Mrs. Gladys Potter. After the sumptous dinner a programme was given. Among the interesting numbers were a letter from the absent son, C. B. Ashcraft, of Boulder, Col., reminiscences of the bride and bride-groom and a poem recited by Mabel Hill, which was composed for the purpose. A. P. Ashcraft was born Feb. 17, 1839 in the town of Machias. He was married to Miss Adelaide Blighton of Warsaw who was formerly a school teacher in Machias, on Dec. 22nd, 1863, by Rev. J. H. Bayliss of Warsaw. On March 22, 1864, they purchased the old Ashcraft farm which they now occupy. Their first stove was an old Eagle which they purchased second hand for fifteen dollars and which is still doing service in their kitchen. They have seven children and eighteen grandchildren."

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: Pomeroy Classification: Obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/an/RRB.2ACE/6169 Message Board Post: Mrs. William C. Pomeroy, a former resident of Delevan and Buffalo, late of East Orange, N. J., died on Saturday evening at her home at East Orange after a prolonged illness. The body was brought to Delevan where the funeral was held on Tuesday afternoon at 1 o'clock from the Methodist church, the Rev. H. M. Wilson of Buffalo officiating. Burial was in the Delevan cemetery."

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: Vosburg Waite House Classification: Obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/an/RRB.2ACE/6168 Message Board Post: Mrs. Alida Vosburg Waite, wife of Andrew J. Waite, died at her home at West Valley on Tuesday, September 4th, 1917, after a lingering illness from cancer. Mrs. Waite was the daughter of the late Matthew and Jane Vosburg of Springville. She was born at Salem Mills, Ills., April 24th, 1850. When about 4 years old she came to Springville with her parents. December 25th, 1868, She was united in marriage to Andrew Waite of West Valley. To this union was born seven children. Three daughters have preceded her to the spirit land. She leaved to mourn her loss besides her husband, one daughter, Mrs. Chrs. House, of Buffalo, who, for the past six months has been her mother's devoted and untiring nurse, three sons, Earl of Buffalo and Manley and Hugh of West Valley. She was a most patient sufferer and was never heard to complain, always looking on the bright side in spite of her intense sufferings. In religious faith she was a Baptist. She was also the founder of Gettysburg chapter of the G. A. R. of Springville and had held the office of Chaplain of that order for several years. The funeral services were held from here late home on Thursday at 1 o'clock and from the Evangelical church at 2 o'clock, Rev. J. Rosenthal officiating. Burial at Mount Hope. The services at the grave were in charge of the Ladies of the G. A. R

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: Westfall Fish Classification: Obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/an/RRB.2ACE/6167 Message Board Post: Died at Saranac Lake, N. Y., one Oct. 26th, 1918, of tuberculosis, Dena Westfall Fish, aged 33 years, 5 months, and 5 days. Her body was brought to her home in Dunkirk from which after short services it was removed to the home of her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Westfall, of West Valley, where on Tuesday, Oct. 29th, services were held by their pastor, Rev. Dimpfl. Internment in Mt. Hope Cemetery, West Valley. Dena Westfall was born in Machias, on May 21st, 1885. Early in childhood, she became a member of the congregation of the Lutheran church at Plato, N. Y., from which she took a letter joining Grace Lutheran church at Dunkirk together with her husband, of which they have been consistent and worthy members to the time of her death. In January, 1909, she graduated from the Elmwood Conservatory of Music, Buffalo, in which institution she was an instructor until the time of her marriage. On June 27th, 1910, she was joined in matrimony with Dr. Glenn Russell Fish, Optician, of Dunkirk, where she has since resided, a respected and beloved member of the community. Her short life was a peculiarly happy one. Possessed of a gently and loving disposition she ever strove to make those about her happy and ever after the shadow of the disease which claimed her as a victim, fell upon the happiest of homes, she strove, with her waining strength to brighten and console those about her and even in the last trying hours when life's frail breath wavered to the end she was cheerful and resigned, feeling 'For me to live is Christ and to die is gain.' Her social activities in her circle were numerous and her church in which she and her husband were teachers and singers claimed her conscientous service. In the winter of 1917-18 when the efforst of the Red Cross sept over the county she entered heart and soul into its activities, taking a course in first aid and thereafter instructing class after class until failing health and strength imolated her upon that dear emblem of crucifixion. She selected as part of the service the beautiful 23rd Psalm, beginning: 'The Lord is my Shepard, I shall not want.' in the truth of which her faith was strong and steadfast. Although the funeral was private the house was filled with friends who came to mourn with the many relatives. The flowers were in profusion and beautiful and at the cemetery they entirely covered the bank of earth, doing away with the bitter suggestion of 'earth to earth' and so we laid her away that beautiful autumn day where the golden sunshine fell athwart her grave and left her with the sweet hope and faith in the ressurection

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: Rowland Roher Classification: Obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/an/RRB.2ACE/6166 Message Board Post: Mrs. Isa Mae Rowland Roher, only daughter of Mr. and Mrs. James E. Rowland of Ashford, was born in August 9th, 1888, and died September 8th, 1917. In June, 1914, she was married to William Roher, who survives her. She fitted herself for the teaching profession and taught several years in the rural schools of Cattaraugus county. She was endowed with those attributes which are requisite for successful teaching- impartial love, firmness and sympathy. Her pleasing personality and conscientous work have left their imprint on the minds of those pupils who were privileged to be instructed by her. Hers was a broad, liberal mind. She taught Sunday schools where she thought duty led her regardless of denomination. In her private and home life was was an exemplary daughter and wife. The beautiful floral offerings; the large concourse of people who attended her funeral gave evidence of the high esteem in which she was held. The husband and parents have the sympathy of the entire community. We cannot think of her as dead Who walks with us no more; Along the path of life we tread, She has but gone before. The Father's house is mansioned fair, Beyone our vision dim; All souls are Hisd and here or there And still their silent ministry Within our hearts have place, As when on earth they walked with us And met us face to face. Their lives are made forever ours, What they to us have been Hath left henceforth its seal and sign, Engraven deep within. Ours are they, by an ownership Nor time, nor death can free; For God hath given love to keep Its own eternally."

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: Starks Ploeger Follman Classification: Obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/an/RRB.2ACE/6165 Message Board Post: Sylvanus Starks, a well known resident, died at his home at Riceville on Monday, June 18th, aged 72 years. The funeral was held at the Riceville church on Wednesdsay, Dr. J. E. Manning officiating. Burial at Mount Hope cemetery, West Valley. He is survived by his wife, Ella A. Starks and two daughters, Mrs. Ada Ploeger of Ashford and Mrs. May Follman of Hamburg."

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: Hall Haley Bigelow Classification: Obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/an/RRB.2ACE/6164 Message Board Post: Mrs. Adverdo Hall, aged 55 years, died Friday, November 9, at her home, west of Delevan, after an illness of eleven years. She leaves to mourn their loss, her husband, one son, Devillo Hall, six grandchildren, one sister, Mrs. Gertrude Haley of Fallen, Nevada, two brothers, Perry and Albert Bigelow of Yorkshire. The funeral services were held Monday at one o'clock, at the home. Rev. Harold Wass officiating. Burial was made in Maplewood Cemetery at Springville."

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: Wagner Jones Classification: Obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/an/RRB.2ACE/6163 Message Board Post: James F. Wagner, aged 49 years, died at his home between Arcade and Yorkshire, Wednesday, Nov. 21. The funeral services will be held at the home at 2 p. m., Saturday. Internment in Yorkshire cemetery. James Wagner was born in Arcade the son of Albert and Lille Jones Wagner. Surviving are his wife, two children and brothers and sisters."