I know live in Newfane, and my mother was raised here. I don't know muck right now, but Newfane was once called Charlotte. I don't know about a German population, but my gg-grandparents were from Germany. I hope to do a lot of research in the next couple of weeks. Maybe someone at Van Horn mansion could help with the history of the town. Catherine

Hi Evelyn, In response to: Does anyone know about the settling of Newfane, Niagara County, NY? My great grandparents, of German descent, settled there by 1859 as their first child was born there. Was there a significant German population in Newfane at this time? I wrote the town's historian and learned there is no published history, thus my question. Thanks much, Evelyn I have family who went to Newfane. They are enumerated in the 1840 Census and stayed in area. The town Historian may not be aware of the Publications of the Niagara County Historical Society. Pub. No.3 "THE HISTORY OF NEWFANE, N.Y." by Roy A. Newell 1950. It is out of print [naturally]. I am interested in this book, also. There were 13 Publications, and copies must be somewhere. They have approx. 50 pages each. I was fortunate enough to purchase "NIAGARA COUNTY and ITS TOWNS, by L. L. Pechuman; No. 13. Pub. by the Niagara Co. Historical society, Lockport, NY July, 1958. The only thing mentioned about "NEW FANE" [gives the boundries] Passed March 20, 1824; effective at once. The first town meeting was to be held at the house of James Van Horne. If the list is interested - I will list all of the titles. Hope this helps. Dolores Gunn from Niagara Falls, NY. Surnames - Lockport area: CHASE, MANDAVILLE, CUSHMAN, RANDALL, ALLEN, HUIE, BEECH, WHEELOCK, EDDY, BAILEY, MCMASTER, CRONCK, WILSON. P.S. To Vee - I appreciate your stories.

Posted on: Niagara Co. NY Queries Board URL: http://genconnect.rootsweb.com/genbbs.cgi/USA/NY/Niagara?read=183 Surname: FEATHERLY ------------------------- FEATHERLY, Andrew T. , born December 5, 1841, in Lockport, Niagara County, NY. Died September 11, 1881 in Kingston, Ulster Co, NY. Death certificate indicates he was born in Rochester City, but burial records indicate he was born in Lockport. In addition, the Ulster Co Census for 1875 says he was born in Clinton. His parents were Frank Featherly and Anie Simpson. He was a blacksmith.

Posted on: Niagara Co. NY Queries Board URL: http://cgi.rootsweb.com/~genbbs/genbbs.cgi/USA/NY/Niagara?read=182 Surname: FISK ------------------------- I am looking for any information on a lost ancestor Jahiel Fisk. Family legend believes he was born approximately 1793 in New York. Further legend indicates he may have been raised by Indians, under circumstances that are unclear. Please contact if you have any information on his genealogy.

Looking for descendants of: Raymond Samuel (1886- )and Hazel Louise (1895- )Barry, Sr. Raymond Samuel (1920- )and Helen Ruth (1923-) Barry, Jr. Robert Madden and Leah E. (1888- )Cleary Robert Madden Cleary Jr. Henry A. and Maude A. (1890- )Edmunds Forrest William (1896- ) and Esther Louise Barry John and Beulah Rosamond (1897- ) Grey, Jr. and Blanche Louise Barry (1900- ) Anyone who knows of these folks or better yet, a descendant, please get in touch. I'm researching my dad's side of the family. Thanks, Evelyn ________________________________________________________________ YOU'RE PAYING TOO MUCH FOR THE INTERNET! Juno now offers FREE Internet Access! Try it today - there's no risk! For your FREE software, visit: http://dl.www.juno.com/get/tagj.

Does anyone know about the settling of Newfane, Niagara County, NY? My great grandparents, of German descent, settled there by 1859 as their first child was born there. Was there a significant German population in Newfane at this time? I wrote the town's historian and learned there is no published history, thus my question. Thanks much, Evelyn ________________________________________________________________ YOU'RE PAYING TOO MUCH FOR THE INTERNET! Juno now offers FREE Internet Access! Try it today - there's no risk! For your FREE software, visit: http://dl.www.juno.com/get/tagj.

Dear Bunch, I just responded to Sue Moyer's query that was posted on the Niagara Co. NY Queries and I don't know if it will show up on our list. But I thought I would share it with you just in case my response doesn't show up here. Sue, Yes, indeed, the Irish settled in the North End of Niagara Falls. It was formerly called Suspension Bridge, NY. My guess as to the church they attended was Sacred Heart RC Church at 1917-11th St., Niagara Falls, NY 14305, phone (716)282-1749. Regarding your COUCH family, I have a copy of the 1958 City Directory of Niagara Falls and in it are the following people: Edw. B., optical loader, Carbo, home 943 Ontario Ave. Ethel, Mrs., fcty wkr Wicker Wire Wheel Co., home 614 Niagara St., Apt. 8 Francis M. (Rose), mach opr Intl G&ECorp., h 724-16th St. Thos. F. (Bessie), h 3592 Rhode Island Ave. (Town of Niagara) I hope this brightens your day! :-) vee in Youngstown, NY ----- Original Message ----- From: Sue Moyer <MAABI@webtv.net> To: <NYNIAGAR-L@rootsweb.com> Sent: Wednesday, July 12, 2000 11:01 PM Subject: Irish in Niagara Falls > Posted on: Niagara Co. NY Queries > Board URL: http://genconnect.rootsweb.com/genbbs.cgi/USA/NY/Niagara?read=178 > > Surname: Couch > ------------------------- > > > > Was there a particular area in Niagara Falls, NY that had a large Irish > population in the early 20th century? Was there perhaps a certain church > where most would have attended at this time? > > I'm hoping to find a Francis Edward Couch (1882-?) born in Cortland,NY, > but possibly a resident of Niagara Falls in his adult yrs.. > > I'm also interested in a Francis Couch (1904-1981) who died in Niagara > Falls in July of 1981 and may be the above's son. > > Thank you for any information, clues or advice in this quest. > > > > > ==== NYNIAGAR Mailing List ==== > Check the GenConnect boards for Niagara County! Stop by > <http://genconnect.rootsweb.com/indx/NY.html> for links to all seven. >

Bev writes: > If you want to view the films yourself, they can be ordered through > your local LDS Family History Center at no charge. Bev, does your local FHC waive all rental fees for microfilms? At most FHCs, the policy is you may use anything already on the premises for free. If they have to order films from Salt Lake City, though, there's a small charge to cover the shipping. The church's own Web site says: "A staff member [at an FHC] can help you find family histories, biographies, genealogies, and other compilations in the catalog. Many of these materials are on microfilm and can be loaned to local Family History Centers for a small fee." (<http://www.lds.org/library/display/0,4945,35-1-19-5,FF.html>) I just wanted to clarify for folks who haven't yet used these wonderful resources.... Ellen <niagara@unchi.org>

Linda writes: > I'm in Mississauga, ONTARIO and decided to join this list as my great > grandmother was born in Buffalo, NY. along with her 4 sisters. Actually, Buffalo is in Erie County, and has been since 1821, when Erie split off from Niagara. But you're welcome here anyway, as long as you like. :-) Ellen Seebacher <niagara@unchi.org>

Posted on: Niagara Co. NY Queries Board URL: http://genconnect.rootsweb.com/genbbs.cgi/USA/NY/Niagara?read=181 Surname: BADER, HIMMELSBACH, BEITER, HIMELSBACH, HIMELSPACH, HEMMELSBACH ------------------------- Pluto BADER father of Mary BADER, husband of Matilda ? . Mary was born OCT 1874 in Buffalo. Looking for Pluto's burial place in NIAGARA COUNTY. I saw his name on a cemetery list once, but did not note it as I did not know it was Mary's father at the time. (I'd obtained her marriage license from Buffalo City Hall). Cannot find death date or cemetery Pluto. Can anyone out there help me get any information on Pluto or Matilda (possibly nee WINTERS)?

Posted on: Niagara Co. NY Queries Board URL: http://genconnect.rootsweb.com/genbbs.cgi/USA/NY/Niagara?read=180 Surname: Couch ------------------------- Sue, Yes, indeed, the Irish settled in the North End of Niagara Falls. It was formerly called Suspension Bridge, NY. My guess as to the church they attended was Sacred Heart RC Church at 1917-11th St., Niagara Falls, NY 14305, phone (716)282-1749. Regarding your COUCH family, I have a copy of the 1958 City Directory of Niagara Falls and in it are the following people: Edw. B., optical loader, Carbo, home 943 Ontario Ave. Ethel, Mrs., fcty wkr Wicker Wire Wheel Co., home 614 Niagara St., Apt. 8 Francis M. (Rose), mach opr Intl G&ECorp., h 724-16th St. Thos. F. (Bessie), h 3592 Rhode Island Ave. (Town of Niagara) I hope this brightens your day! :-) vee in Youngstown, NY

Posted on: Niagara Co. NY Queries Board URL: http://genconnect.rootsweb.com/genbbs.cgi/USA/NY/Niagara?read=178 Surname: Couch ------------------------- Was there a particular area in Niagara Falls, NY that had a large Irish population in the early 20th century? Was there perhaps a certain church where most would have attended at this time? I'm hoping to find a Francis Edward Couch (1882-?) born in Cortland,NY, but possibly a resident of Niagara Falls in his adult yrs.. I'm also interested in a Francis Couch (1904-1981) who died in Niagara Falls in July of 1981 and may be the above's son. Thank you for any information, clues or advice in this quest.

--part1_f3.c5f391.269e1b97_boundary Content-Type: text/plain; charset="US-ASCII" Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit --part1_f3.c5f391.269e1b97_boundary Content-Type: message/rfc822 Content-Disposition: inline Return-path: <Spsherrick@aol.com> From: Spsherrick@aol.com Full-name: Spsherrick Message-ID: <9d.8095d93.269e1b5b@aol.com> Date: Wed, 12 Jul 2000 15:04:59 EDT Subject: Re: Land Records/Deeds and/or 1840 & 1845 Census To: par3@sccoast.net MIME-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain; charset="US-ASCII" Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit X-Mailer: AOL 5.0 for Windows sub 109 Pam: We have talked before on "Karchner" Have you looked at the 1855 NY State Census for Niagara County? It is particularly helpful and available at quite a few genealogy libraries. There are Deed indexes at the Niagara County Courthouse in Lockport but don't think available on Internet. They are divided into Grantor and Grantee indexes and go to very early 1800's. I can look up the 1840 census index next time I go to the genealogy library here in Chicago but it will be awhile as I am heading to vacation. All National Archive branches have the microfilms of all US censuses so there should be one within driving distance of you. Sharon Poole Sherrick --part1_f3.c5f391.269e1b97_boundary--

Hi! I'm new to this list and have so far enjoyed reading the posts from NY. I'm in Mississauga, ONTARIO and decided to join this list as my great grandmother was born in Buffalo, NY. along with her 4 sisters. My gr grandmother's name was Sarah BOORE d/o Lewis and Eugenia (De St Claire) BOORE. Lewis BOORE was born in England, his wife, Eugenis De St Claire, France. I was wondering if anyone could find out for me through the Buffalo directories, for around the time period of 1870-1940's any of the Boore surnames and their occupations. Thanks for taking the time to read this. Linda, Mississauga, ON

Re: Nancy's info on land records: If you want to view the films yourself, they can be ordered through your local LDS Family History Center at no charge. You will find it listed under: Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. I checked the FamilySearch website and the closest one to you is: Buffalo New York 1424 Maple Road Williamsville, Erie County, New York, United States Phone: (716) 688-2439 Hours: M 10am-5pm; T-Th 10am-9pm; Sat 10am-2pm. The staff is really helpful. You do not need to be a member of the church to use this facility. I am researching Gad Pierce and Robert Nichols of Lewiston. Since I live in Salt Lake City, I have access to THE Family History Library (the largest genealogical library in the world!) If you just can't wait for the film, I will be happy to do a lookup for you. Just check the Family History Library Catalog (www.familysearch.org,,,click on browse categories...then on libraries), send me the film nos. and details about your person and I'll check it out. Perhaps someday someone can do a lookup for me at the courthouse. Continued good luck! Bev originally from Cheektowaga

Hi, I recently received a copy of a family tree written in the early 1900's, from the Smithsonian. There are no sources, no dates, and there are inaccuracies just in what I have, so this isn't authoritative in any way, but there are a lot of names that I can try to track down. :) My ancestor is Alvis Hewitt, son of David B. Hewitt and probably Liza Johnson. The trees were written by his half-brother, John Napoleon Brinton Hewitt, b 1859 in Lewiston, son of Dr. David B. Hewitt and Harriet Brinton. Throughout the trees, the name Brinton appears also as Printon, Printup, and Printeux. David B Hewitt was born about 1815. He is listed as an "adopted white boy." Son of Brainard Hewitt, MD and Mary or Rebecca Alvis (not sure if this is the adopting family). Harriet Brinton is the daughter of Jonothan Printon, who was 1/4 Indian, and Eliza Mt Pleasant. Jonothan's parents were supposedly a "full-blood French officer and a half breed Mohawk Maiden". Eliza Mt Pleasant is the daughter of John Mt Pleasant Sr, and Sarah Jack. Eliza had many siblings. The children, in order listed, are: male, Eliza, William, John, male (died), Lucinda, Mary, female (died), Lucretia, Alexander, Clinton, and Sarah (Sally). Sarah Jack's parents were the daughter of Capt. Wm. Printup (son of Col Printeux, a French officer) and "Mr. Jack, warrior." Sarah had several siblings, including "Old Jack", "George Green's mother," "Lucy Isaac Smith's mother," and "Katie, William Chew's mother." John Mt Pleasant is the son of Capt Mt Pleasant, British officer, and a Mohawk maiden. There are also individuals listed just as 'Oneida chieftain' or 'Tuskarora chief', and a note of someone marrying a white captive who was adopted into the bear clan, which are interesting even if nothing more than a family legend. :) Yes, this is very rough, and I'm certainly not relying on any of this to be correct. :) But I'm wondering if anyone knows anything about these families? I thought there might be a chance at least for the Mt Pleasant family, as so many children are listed. Thanks for any help! Rene'

Thanks, Nancy, for this tip. Off to search. Pam ----- Original Message ----- (in part) From: "venable" <nbvena22@worldnet.att.net> To: <NYNIAGAR-L@rootsweb.com> Sent: Wednesday, July 12, 2000 9:39 AM Subject: Re: Niagara Land Records > In response to queries about land records in Niagara County. They have > been microfilmed by the Mormon Church. You can research the availability > of all microfilmed records for Niagara Co. by using the church's online > Library Catalog at: > > http://familysearch.org/Search/searchcatalog.asp > > Land record research is a two-step process. First, you would look through > microfilmed grantor (seller) & grantee (purchaser) deed indexes (by date & > surname). Then, these index entries will direct you to the microfilmed > deeds themselves.

In response to queries about land records in Niagara County. They have been microfilmed by the Mormon Church. You can research the availability of all microfilmed records for Niagara Co. by using the church's online Library Catalog at: http://familysearch.org/Search/searchcatalog.asp Land record research is a two-step process. First, you would look through microfilmed grantor (seller) & grantee (purchaser) deed indexes (by date & surname). Then, these index entries will direct you to the microfilmed deeds themselves. I've had great luck with these records -- land transfers were usually recorded, even when other records were not. I've even found family relationships in these records -- the sale of land by heirs of a deceased ancestor has given me names of the widow & all living children, as well as their spouses (thus giving me married names of daughters) -- they all had to sign! Good luck! Nancy V >______________________________X-Message: #2 >Date: Tue, 11 Jul 2000 15:03:13 -0400 >From: "Pam" <par3@sccoast.net> >To: NYNIAGAR-L@rootsweb.com >Subject: Land Records/Deeds and/or 1840 & 1845 Census > >Does anyone know if Niagara County land records or deeds >are available on the Internet? Or does any one have access >to same? Also, does anyone have the 1840 or 1845 census

Hi, I am new to the list and would appreciate someone doing an obit lookup for me, I have an exact date of death. Mary Castle DOB 9/19/1921 d. 1/21/1997 Lockport, Niagara Co. NY Thank you for your time. Kim

Dear Pam, et al, In my opinion it's very doubtful that the land records have even been transcribed as a whole. These records are in the county court house in Lockport and they're used heavily on a daily basis, especially by Title Search companies who have researchers in residence in the office--some complete with their own telephone lne. Now, whether the records have ever been microfilmed, is something that I just don't know. Good luck, vee ----- Original Message ----- From: Pam <par3@sccoast.net> To: <NYNIAGAR-L@rootsweb.com> Sent: Tuesday, July 11, 2000 3:03 PM Subject: Land Records/Deeds and/or 1840 & 1845 Census > Does anyone know if Niagara County land records or deeds > are available on the Internet? Or does any one have access > to same? Also, does anyone have the 1840 or 1845 census > for Lockport, Niagara County, NY? > > I'm trying to determine if Edward C. Marble (b. ca. 1815 in NY) owned > land in Niagara Co. I'm also trying to find where he was in 1840 or 1845. > > He was listed in 1850 Lockport, Niagara Co. Census. By 1860, > he was in Ohio. If he owned land in Niagara County; presumably, > he would have sold it between 1850 and 1860. > > Any help would be greatly appreciated. > > Thanks, > Pam Kerschner > Pawleys Island, SC > > > ==== NYNIAGAR Mailing List ==== > >