At 01:12 PM 09/25/1999 -0400, you wrote: >I'm studying a family of Dutchers now that lived in Halfmoon "on the >highway to Vischers Ferry" which now would probably be either Riverview >Road or Beach Road. I see "Vischer Ferry" where Stony Creek empties into >the Mohawk River SW of Stony Creek Reservoir. (not on Hudson in other >words, but on the Mohawk, i.e. Erie Canal) Dear Mr. See: Thanks for your help in locating Vischer's Ferry. I can locate where Stony Creek empties into the Mohawk on Sylvester's map. This would be near the town of Half Moon. >As long as we're getting oriented (and this list isn't old, I believe, >so we're all pretty new) can someone say where Beamis Heights was (as in >the NY 77th Reg't, Beamis Heights battalion in the Civil War)? Sylvester's map shows "Bemis Heights Post Office" (circa 1840) to be located about 2.5 miles north of Stillwater Falls, on the Hudson River. Alternatively, it is 5.5 miles north of Mechanicsville. About a mile and a half W-NW of Bemis Heights P.O., are imprinted the words "Bemis Heights." About one mile north of the words Bemis Heights are imprinted the words "Battleground." Though I know not what battle was fought there. Since Sylvester's book was published in 1860, it probably refers to a Revolutionary War battle. By the way I saw the surname BOYCE on the tagline... Jerome Boyce is listed in the 1850 Census of the Town of Moreau, and in 1856, his name is listed in a deed of sale of what would become our farm from Minerva Lewis to John Thompson. He lived just to the south of our home on the Fort Edward to South Glens Falls Road) Thank again for your help j John F. O'Hanlon O'Hanlon Consulting (There is "Nothing" to Vacuum) 1720 East Placita Padre Isidoro Tucson, AZ 85718-4027; Fax: 520-529-8225 [email protected]

As long I'm asking questions, I may as well ask another. In my previous posting, I asked where Beamis Heights was (towards the bottom, you were probably skimming and didn't catch it). I have a copy of a couple pages of the 1779 Saratoga tax lists with an old relative on it, and I wonder whether it's now possible to figure out where the people lived from their position on the tax list. In March 1779, there were right next to each other: Simeon Snyder Abraham See William Boice They were all family, sort of. William Boyce was Abraham See's brother's father-in-law's son-in-law, if you get my drift. After the war, Abraham's land was confiscated, and there's no sign of him after that. Maybe by coincidence, Abraham's Patriot relatives also ended up in the area (Emerson's corners specifically) and show up in land records ca. 1805. Later another set of relatives moved to Wilton from Gallatin (via Hadley) ca. 1818. In Oct 1779 the tax list has Abraham See sandwiched between Nehemiah Potts and John Vroman. Totally different order. David See Sees of New York http://pages.preferred.com/~dsee/genie.html

John O'Hanlon wrote: > > Greetings, I am new to this list, and researching some of the issues > relating to where I grew up. I was born on a farm on the S. Glens Falls- > Ft. Edward Road, known after 1863, as "The John Thompson Farm." Hello, John. I'm depending on my trusty DeLorme map for my orientation here, not on my long familiarity with the region. But I see the road you mention. I've made a few visits to the area, as my family came from Wilton, you see. On one trip, we got caught in a traffic jam in Glens Falls, so have fond memories. > Early literature mentions the names of two Hudson River ferries, "Rogers > Ferry," and "Vischers Ferry." Does any kind soul know exactly where these > two crossings were located? I'm studying a family of Dutchers now that lived in Halfmoon "on the highway to Vischers Ferry" which now would probably be either Riverview Road or Beach Road. I see "Vischer Ferry" where Stony Creek empties into the Mohawk River SW of Stony Creek Reservoir. (not on Hudson in other words, but on the Mohawk, i.e. Erie Canal) > I thought Rogers Ferry was near the Fort Edward bridge over the Hudson, but > then found the bride has been there since ~1821. One early deed describes a > certain portion of land as bordering the road to Rogers Ferry, and notes > that this land is in Lot 1 of the 20th Allotment of the Kayadroseras > Patent. If so, that would place Rogers Ferry about 4-to-5 miles south of > the Fort Edward Bridge. I see Rogers Island right by Fort Edward, but no ferry there or southward. As long as we're getting oriented (and this list isn't old, I believe, so we're all pretty new) can someone say where Beamis Heights was (as in the NY 77th Reg't, Beamis Heights battalion in the Civil War)? Thanks. Hope this helps a bit. Dave See

Greetings, I am new to this list, and researching some of the issues relating to where I grew up. I was born on a farm on the S. Glens Falls- Ft. Edward Road, known after 1863, as "The John Thompson Farm." Early literature mentions the names of two Hudson River ferries, "Rogers Ferry," and "Vischers Ferry." Does any kind soul know exactly where these two crossings were located? I thought Rogers Ferry was near the Fort Edward bridge over the Hudson, but then found the bride has been there since ~1821. One early deed describes a certain portion of land as bordering the road to Rogers Ferry, and notes that this land is in Lot 1 of the 20th Allotment of the Kayadroseras Patent. If so, that would place Rogers Ferry about 4-to-5 miles south of the Fort Edward Bridge. Vischers Ferry is probably closer to Waterford, but I cannot find it marked on any of the older maps. thanks, John O'Hanlon Tucson, Arizona

Hello, I have information about Susannah HAVERLEY who died May 31, 1889; and Libbie HAVERLEY died Dec. 7 1891; they are buried in the Waterford Rural Cemetery -- Saratoga, NY. I need to find more information about these two women. Does anyone have any suggestions as to where to start? Your help will be appreciated. Thank you. Marilou (Haverley) Naeve in Colorado

Seeking infomation in regard to Fred B. Cady. He is buried in Porter's Corners Cemetary with his wife Bertha Cady and Bertha's parents and perhaps her brothers and their grandson Harry Cady. Would like to find out more information in regard to any or all of the above named. Perhaps who to contact as to the custodian of the Cemetary. Thank you - Jean Cady

Seeking information on the marriage of Eleanor Morehouse on 9/16/1829 to a Seaman LAWRENCE. Seaman was born 1799 in Dutchess Cnty, but either moved on his own or with his parents to Saratoga Cnty, where he later married Eleanor. Any information on Seaman LAWRENCE's parents or siblings would be appreciated. Thanks! Dianne

U.S. Army Soldiers born in NEW YORK STATE: (example) _____________________ Name: MILTON, John N. Age: 32 Eyes: gray Hair: brown Complexion: fair Height: 5 feet 7 inches Birthplace: ALBANY, NY Occupation: Tailor Enlisted: February 15, 1838 At: The Buffalo Barracks By: Capt. Wright Assignment: 5th Regiment of Infantry Company- “F” Discharged: February 15, 1841 Died: - At: Camp Atkinson, Jefferson Territories Cause: Expiration of Service Rank: Private _____________________ Courtesy of: National Archives Records at The Buffalo Barracks Historical Web Site [ http://www.buffalonet.org/army ]

Greetings! Is there a town historian in Glens Falls, NY? How would I get in touch with them? My gggg grandfather, Job PRINCE, bought a farm near Glens Falls, NY in 1819. He died January 31, 1828. I would like to know what happened to the property then. Was it transferred to his wife, Rhoda KIBBE PRINCE, one of his children or sold? What I am really trying to do is locate my gggg grandmothers grave and information on the other children. I'd like to locate a will or some form of probate as well, but I don't have much hopes of that happening. Thanks for your time! Annette

Hello everyone! I'm the new kid on the list. Looking for any info on ELIJAH HOOPER, Rev. War soldier; born probably about 1750-60 in Saratoga Co somewhere. Moved to Tompkins Co, NY in early 1800's. Had a daughter LORINDA H. HOOPER, born Dec 1807 supposedly in Saratoga. Elijah MAY have been a Loyalist; one researcher told me that he was a Colonel, but there seems to be np trace of him in the DAR Index. I don't know where he was when he died, but I assume it was Tompkins Co, NY. The obituary of LORINDA refers to Elijah as her father, and uses the expression "of Revolutionary fame" of him. Anybody out there run across Elijah or Lorinda?...or have any ideas? This is one of my TWO serious brick walls; any help or suggestions will be GREATLY appreciated. Regards to all, Dale Updike, Saskatchewan, Canada

<< I am looking for the names and locations of Cemeteries in and around Ballston Spa, NY. I have already searched the St. John's Cemetery on Milton Ave. and several in the Charlton, NY area, but am looking for more to hunt for my ancestors. Any info would be appreciated. >> I would like to know the answer to this question, too. Please answer to the list. Thanks ^`'~*-,._.,-*~'`^`'~*-,._.,-*~'`^`'~*-,._.,-*~'`^`'~*-,._.,-*~'`^ Connie Goins Ardrey http://www.angelfire.com/ak2/geenniiee SOUTHWICK - GOINS - BROWER - WHIPPLE - EDDY - HUTCHINS - PIPKIN PETTIT - JEFFERS - ARDREY - BOWMAN - PITTMAN - GANT - GILLIAM COGDELL - HANKINS - SABIN - QUEEN

Hi! I am looking for the names and locations of Cemeteries in and around Ballston Spa, NY. I have already searched the St. John's Cemetery on Milton Ave. and several in the Charlton, NY area, but am looking for more to hunt for my ancestors. Any info would be appreciated. Channon Moon [email protected] Surnames in Saratoga County: Collins, Leahy, Kirby http://members.aol.com/starmoon00/vaneps.html

Searching for parents of Ira and Eben SMITH, who lived in Northumberland and Greenfield in the early 1800s. [email protected]

I am looking for any information regarding William G. Collins or his wife Anna Kirby who resided in Ballston Spa, NY. William Collins was born in Ireland in Oct. 29, 1839 and died in Ballston Spa on Nov. 4 1898. I have no other information regarding his parents or immigration. Anna Kirby was born in Ireland in Dec., 1840. She immigrated to NY in 1850 with her parents James Kirby and Mary Leahy. Any information regarding these ancestors would be greatly appreciated. Thanks. Channon Moon [email protected]

Hi, I am new to the list and am looking for the Johnson Family of Ballston Spa. They lived there in the 1930s. There was a son Mordecai who died in 1950 and he was married to a Anna from Maine. A Daughter E Madge and I have no info regarding her except a record of a marriage in 4/20/1917, but no husband's name. Both were born in Lewis County, N.Y. Also looking for a Franklin Holmes who was born in Saratoga Springs in 1874 and died in Altamont N.Y> in 1949. Any info on the above will be greatly appreciated. Barbara _______________________________________________________________ Get Free Email and Do More On The Web. Visit http://www.msn.com

Hello: I just joined this list about a week or so ago and was wondering if there is anyone else who is on this list. I am searching madly for BROWER, PETTIT, MABB and related lines. They all lived in the Saratoga County area circa 1800 to about 1870 or later. Jeremiah BROWER married Keziah MABB and had ten children in Ballston Spa and surrounding areas. His oldest son, Henry Harrison BROWER, married Caroline "Carrie" PETTIT. They all migrated to Iowa around 1870. We have not been able to find anything about them on any census in New York. Does anyone have a clue to my lost family???? -.,,_,.-:*'``'*:-.,,_,.-:*'``'*:-.,,_,.-:*'``'*:-.,,_,.- Connie Goins Ardrey http://www.angelfire.com/ak2/geenniiee SOUTHWICK - GOINS - BROWER - WHIPPLE - EDDY - HUTCHINS - PIPKIN PETTIT - JEFFERS - ARDREY - BOWMAN - PITTMAN - GANT - GILLIAM COGDELL - HANKINS - SABIN - QUEEN

Greetings from a new list member, I have three separate lines that lead to Saratoga County, two of these cannot be tracked beyond there. One vanished in Stillwater, and another in Ballston Spa. I'll begin with the one for which I have some hope! I research the WOLLEWEVER/WOOLWEAVER family which has dozens of spelling variants, among them VOLWISER, VOLLWYZER, WOOLWISER and so forth. Several turn up on the 1790 and 1800 census from HALF MOON TOWNSHIP, Saratoga County. Can anyone tell me when Half Moon was settled, where exactly it is, or was, and what church covers records of it's inhabitants from the late 17 and early 1800s? Would surely appreciate anything at all. Regards, Sharilyn

Hi George, Thank you for the information.... I had Cook's and Curtis's from Charlton and Galway they all came there about 1790 to 1795..... The Cook's and Curtis's I have lots of information on, Now I am trying to trace the wive's families..... And I figure the best way to do that is by getting their marriage records.... If anyone is looking for Cook's or Curtis's give me a hollar I may be able to help. Sincerely, Jesse Thayre Barnes

On July 27, 1999, Jesse Barnes wrote: >>does anyone know the address to write for such things as birth, marriage and death records?<< Try this site www.rootsweb.com/nysarato/ It has the addresses of the Town Clerks, Town and Local Historians, Saratoga County Historians, Look-Up Volunteers, etc. Hope this helps. Glad to find someone else with ancestors from Charlton and Saratoga County, NY. Been trying to find the ancestors of my GGGrandfather, Timothy CHAPMAN who was born on Sept. 26, 1789 in Charlton, Saratoga County and died there on Aug 29, 1838. Good luck, George Chapman in Toledo [email protected]

Hi all, I was wondering if anyone had access to tax rolls that refer to the current Saratoga county before 1790. I'm trying to locate information on Job PRINCE, who enlisted in the 16th militia in 1775. I don't have a definite birth or marriage date. He married Rhoda KIBBE of Somers, CT. They had a total of 10 children, all born in the 1790's and early 1800's. They spent most of their lives in White Creek, NY and are buried in Reynolds Corners cementary in Moreau, NY. Thanks for the help! Annette