Did anybody else recently get a flyer in the mail from a Bonnie Mansfield from Ridgecrest CA advertising two indexes ? Along the edge of the printed sheet are handwritten the surnames I am researching, claiming to be in the book. This looks highly suspicious to me, and my own name on the envelope is not correct!! Martha

Does anyone know of a compiled cemetery listing for Mt. Calvary Cemetery on Rt. 214 just out of Bellaire? I went to the cemetery yesterday and met with a Mr. Schram, who showed me some books on the cemetery. I was unable to find my Great grandfather, John Cizeski or Cizeweski, who I was told was buried there in the 1930s. The books were rather difficult to search and I do not feel like I did an exhaustive search. John's son Frank was also supposed to be buried there, and I did not find him either. I did find his wife Viola Cizeweski. Any help would be appreciated Dan Grammer Marietta, OH

I have not been able to find the final resting places of a set of gr-gr-gr-grandparents who died in the Belmont/Jefferson area ca. the mid-1800s. I thought perhaps someone on these lists would know of a small family plot on a farm somewhere in one of the counties. I have exhausted every cemetery list that I can locate. Any leads would be appreciated. I am seeking the burials info for George MURDOCK, son of Arthur and unk. wife, both of Ireland/NI. George was b. abroad also ca. 1810. He married Sarah Angelina MAJOR, also Irish and daughter of Archibald MAJOR. George was brought to the area by his father and stepmother Hannah HANTHORN from Chester CO., PA probably in the 1820s. They lived in the Coleraine area and were baptized at the Short Creek Presbyterian Church. I have George's and son Archibald MAJOR MURDOCK baptism info. Sarah Angelina came w/ her family much earlier, probably ca. 1810 from the York, PA area. Her father was active in the same church as mentioned above. I have the church history and info and know where her father is buried but cannot find her burial data. George died in 1847. He was baptized in 1838 as an adult. His son Archie was baptized shortly thereafter. Sarah Angelina was baptized as a youngster. Both were b. ca. 1810. I do not know her death date but it would probably have been following the birth of whom I believe to be her second son James Arthur MURDOCK ca. 1842. Archie was raised by grandfather Arthur MURDOCK. I do not know anything more about the second son. Can anyone give me a lead as to where I should be looking for burial information? Thank you. Marjory A. Austen MAPPAusten@aol.com

Recently, I put out a list of what I was able to read in what I called the Beautiful Ridge Cemetery - on Monroe County Rd 26, off Route 7. I've sinced learned (from George Ruch) that this cemetery is called Ollum Cemetery and has sometimes been called Possum Creek Cemetery. Nancy

I have indexed the persons who are subjects of the biographies in the Belmont Co. portion of this book. Here are the people who were in Flushing Twp. Please only one request per e-mail. History of Belmont & Jefferson Cos., OH Flushing Twp. Bios. pgs. 379-381 BETHEL, Alfred Sheep raiser BETHEL, Edward Farmer BETHEL, Ruth Widow of Edward BETHEL BETHEL, Simpson Farmer BRANSON, David Sheep raiser BROKAW, George Farmer BROKAW, Isaac Farmer BROWN, Jacob W. Hotel owner CASH, Henry Sheep raiser CONROW, David Originator of Children's Home DYSART, Lewis C. Dry goods business FARMER, Joseph Blacksmith GARVIN, Archibald ? HAMBLETON, Thomas C. Farmer HIRST, Smith Farmer HOGE, John C. Farmer HOLLINGSWORTH, Elihu Retired merchant HOLLOWAY, I. C. Merchant HOLLOWAY, Isaac Farmer & merchant HOLLOWAY, William H. Hotel owner HOBSON, James A. Doctor HOBSON, Stephen Merchant HOWELL, Hiram Farmer? HOWELL, John C. ? KIRK, Isaac ? KIRK, Kersey K. Blacksmith KIRK, Mark Blacksmith KIRK, Samuel Farmer LATHAM, George S. Sheep raiser McGUIRE, G. W. ? NORTON, John K. Sr. Operates temperance hotel PURVIANCE, Ellis W. Harness business; served as Mayor & postmaster RUSSELL, Robert Farmer? SHEETS, James B. Farmer STARKEY, Levi J.P., was teacher and twp. clerk TODD, William G. VANCE, John A. Mayor of Flushing VOORHIES, Luke Doctor WEBSTER, J. V. Doctor WILLIAMS, Daniel Farmer WILLIAMS, Joseph Grocer and hardware dealer -- Bonnie Burkhardt <burkhard@flash.net> <bburkhardt@juno.com>

lorraineq@juno.com wrote: > Bonnie, > > Have you done this man before? > > BAKER, John Farmer > > Would appreciate seeing what they have on him. > > Thanks! > > Lorraine > lorraineq@juno.com > Lorraine, I did do this one, but neglected to send it to the list, so here it is again. From "History of Belmont & Jefferson Cos., OH" by J. A. Caldwell, pub. 1880. pg. 389 JOHN BAKER was born 7 Nov 1829 in Colerain Twp., Belmont Co. He is a son of Joseph BAKER and a grandson of John BAKER who was born in PA in 1773 and died in 1858 in his eighty-fifth year. Joseph BAKER, his father, was also born in PA in 1807 and is still living and residing in Guernsey Co., OH. John BAKER, the subject of this sketch, was married to Miss Elizabeth HENDERSON, d/o Alexander HENDERSON of Harrison Co. They have had 6 children all of whom are still living. John has been a farmer and has held several offices of the township. -- Bonnie Burkhardt <burkhard@flash.net> <bburkhardt@juno.com>

Anyone out there with Gusts in their list of surnames? I'm looking for Ludwig Gust (probably born at the turn of the century) who married Mary Sawyers. I know of one son, Carl, who married Lucille McLintock. Otherwise, I only know they lived in Ohio. Any help will be greatly appreciated. Sincerely, Nancy Peoria, IL

Hi, Do you think this reel would be available at the LDS. I am researching both Myers (my maiden name) and Parsons families (my paternal gmother's maiden name. Thanks for sharing. Pat ----- Original Message ----- From: <FrankK1251@aol.com> To: <OHBELMON-L@rootsweb.com> Sent: Sunday, June 04, 2000 11:31 PM Subject: [OHBELMON-L] History of Barnesville from 1800-1832 > This is from the History of Barnesville the first period 1800-1832. See my > earlier email for background info. These are from my notes, so sometimes > there are two or more entries for one person-sorry but you have to sort of > edit these yourself....But as you can see, these articles are full of > historical and genealogical information so I thought it was worth including. > This microfilm roll was rented for $3.00 from OHS for one month-great deal. > It's reel #28993 and this article was written for the Barnesville Enterprise, > Thursday, December 23, 1886. > > Aduddel second blacksmith. Came about the time of the was of 1812. Shop was > on Chestnut Street. > > Affleck, Dr. John G. came here about 1825. He practiced medicine and ran > a store. He was a partner with Bennett for a time and left town in 1830. > Afflick Operated a Mercantile from 1825-1828 along with Mummy. This store > also sold drugs, medicines, paints and oils. > > Bailey, John blacksmith. He had three forges and carried on business > until 1847 when he moved to Gallia County. > > Barnes, Henry kept the first tavern. > > Barnes, James ran a woolen factory until 1835. Also built a brick house in > 1815 where gensing and snakeroot were prepared for shipment. > Barnes, James 1810 open the first mercantile house with dry goods, leather, > queensware, etc. > Barnes, James 1824 began to handle leaf tobacco. He built a large barn > where the Presbyterian church now stands. > Barnes, James donated the two acres of land for the ME Church and paid > Rounds salary. > > Bennett, Dr. John C. the third physician located here in 1825. He soon > left. > > Bloomfield, William He was the first tinner in the village. > > Brown, John second saddler who conducted business until about 1840 when he > went into groceries. > > Brown, Joseph One of three hatters who all came together and worked > together in a shop on lot. No. 15. > > Chapman, Ezekiel built the old brick church used by the Disciples in 1822. > > Cole, Archibald First cabinetmaker. He settled here during the war and > remained until his death. > > Coulson, William also operated a mercantile house during the war of 1812 > but it failed. > > Davenport, John arrived here in 1818 from Winchester, Va. Opened a > mercantile house in the spring of 1819 and formed a partnership with John > Gibson which was successful for many years. > Davenport, John 1824 began to handle leaf tobacco. He built a large barn > where the City Hall now stands. > Davenport, John born in Virginia and was the Superintendent of a woolen > factory in that state. Came to Barnesville in 1818. In 1826 elected to the > 20th Congress from the 10th Ohio district along with Shannon. He was an > associate judge in Monroe and Belmont County. He died in 1855. > > Davis, Daniel first funeral services conducted in the ME grave yard where > for this boy in 1808 by Rev. Round. > > Dawson, George blacksmith. Was a partner to Snyder and then became his > successor. > > Drummond, Rev. James preacher during this time > > Dyson preacher during this time > > Farley, Joseph One of two tailors known during this period. Came in 1820 > and died about 1837. > > Ferrell kept the next tavern. He had a ship at full sail as his sign but > failed to get a license and had to quit. > > Francis, John blacksmith. He was a partner to Aduddel. > > Gardner, Joseph During the war of 1812, he started a shoemakers shop. In 1816 > he bought a shop and carried on his trade until his sons, Asbury and Wesley > became his successors in 1833. > > Gibson, John formed a partnership with John Davenport in the Mercantile > business which was successful for many years. > Gibson, John 1824 began to handle leaf tobacco. He built a large double > barn on the south side of Frank Hibbard's lot. > Gibson, John storeroom destroyed by fire in the summer of 1827. > > Green, Albert began a mercantile business with his son Lewis H. Green in > the frame part of the Shankland hotel in 1831. They quit business within a > few months. > > Green, Lewis H. began a mercantile business with his father Albert Green in > the frame part of the Shankland hotel in 1831. They quit business within a > few months. > > Green, William opened a store in the east end of the Fraiser House with > Benjamin Hoyle and continued same during this period. When Hoyle retired in > 1832 he continued on until 1847 when he retired to his farm. > > Hager, Kelion worked with Cole as a journeyman. > > Hawkins, William learned his trade with Henderson and went into politics. > > Henderson, William 1812 started a spinning and flax wheel factory. Then > expanded into making wooden bowls. > > Hibbard, Caleb The only silversmith during this time period. He was the > grandfather of Frank Hibbard and Mrs. McCelland and left town in 1833. > > Hill, William Shoemaker. Came at the close of the war of 1812. > > Hoyle, Benjamin opened a store in the east end of the Fraiser House with > William Green and continued same during this period. He retired in 1832. > > Israel kept the second tavern. > > Judkins Judkins and Thornburg hatter shop destroyed by fire in May 1826. > > Judkins, Dr. Carolus first physician in Barnesville. Born in North > Carolina, practiced medicine in Virginia and came to Barnesville in 1810. He > built his residence here and lived the remainer of his life in Barnesville > for over a quarter of a century. His practice extended over 800 sq. miles. > Died in 1854. > > Judkins. Joel One of three hatters who all came together and worked > together in a shop on lot. No. 15. > > Kenney logician of this time. > > Kimball, Samuel Doesn't say what he did but his shop and house were next to > Riley's. > > Laws, Panter Hatter on Lot. No. 45. > > Laws, Thomas D. was the first grocer which he begun in 1830 and quit in 1832. > > Mackall, Benjamin H. In 1828 he purchased the Mummy/Afflick > Mercantile/Drug establishment and continued with it until his death in 1835. > > McCune, John Hatter on the old mill lot on Chestnut Street. > > McLana, Vernon grandfather of James V. and Robinson McLana was killed by the > falling of timbers at the raising of the old mill in 1815. > > McLeigh, James 1825 erected a factory for plows, farming equipment and > wagons. He invented the bar-shear plow and closed business about the time of > the Civil War. > > Mills, Robert first saddler who came to town in 1809. Opened shop and > carried on until his death in 1867. > Mills, Robert May of 1826 his house was destroyed by fire. > > Mitten, William One of two tailors known during this period. Came in 1820 > and moved about 1837 to Indiana. > > Moffat preacher during this time > > Moore, William Shoemaker. Came at the close of the war of 1812. > > Mummy Operated a Mercantile from 1825-1828 along with Afflick. This store > also sold drugs, medicines, paints and oils. > > Myers also operated a mercantile house during the war of 1812 but it failed > in 1819. > > Parsons, John O. started the Barnesville Hotel in 1826, with a tavern and > a small spread eagle as his sign. He continued on through the end of this > period. > > Parsons, William Shoemaker. Came at the close of the war of 1812. > > Philpot, William was the first clerk at the Barnes store in 1810. > Philpot, William became a third partner to Davenport and Gibson in the > Mercantile business. Store was at the Campbell corner. > > Piper, William early brickmaker. > Piper, William made the bricks for the old brick church used by the > Disciples in 1822. > > Riggs, James of Hagerstown, Md. Moved here in 1810 and built a "wrought" > nail factory with three forges. After the war of 1812, he went out of > business when the cutting nail machine was invented. > > Riley, Nathan His shop was next to Cole's and he was the only undertaker in > the town until 1845. > > Romaine pottery manufacturer built a pottery around the end of the War of > 1812. It went under in 1833. > > Round, Rev. James M. preached the first sermon in the first ME church > built in 1808. > > Schur, Charles built the old brick church used by the Disciples in 1822. > > Shankland, James R. son of William G. Shankland and grandson of James Barnes, > was killed soon after the old woolen factory was started in an accident. > > Shankland, William G. opened the Mansion House about the same time (1826). > His sign was an eagle poised for flight. > > Shannon, Thomas 1827 began to handle leaf tobacco in the old James Riggs nail > factory. He continued through the end of this period. > Shannon, Thomas born in Wasington County, Pa. Came to Ohio in 1800 with his > father's family and located in Warren TWP. 1826 he was elected to Congree > from the 10th District; he was the most popular man in Belmont-he was never > defeated in an election. Died in 1843 and his remains are in South Cemetery. > > Smith, Rev. Edward logician of this time. > > Snyder, David first blacksmith. He continued until he left town in 1838. > > Stanton, Dr. James father of War Secretary, Edwin Stanton, came here in > 1820. He formed a partnership with Carolus Judkins but he left after a > couple years. > > Tegard pottery manufacturer about the same time as Henderson. > > Thornburg, Edward One of three hatters who all came together and worked > together in a shop on lot. No. 15. > Thornburg, Edward May of 1826 his house was badly scorched by still stands > by fire. > > Waddell, Rev. Charles orator during this time. > > West, Rev. Avery first shoemaker, grandfather of Eli Moore. He came in > 1811 and continued for about 12 yrs. He then went into farming. > > Young also operated a mercantile house during the war of 1812 but it failed > in 1819. > > > > > > > > > ______________________________

Hello Pat Brown and Nancy Albrittion I have been reading your cemetary list and find many familar names. My maiden name was DIXON and I was born on Dixon Hill in Pultney Township. My Gr,Gr,Grandfather was Andrew Dixon b. 1759 - d. 1804 Andrew married Rachael Dunlap b.1755 d. 1816 Andrew and Rachael had eleven (11) daughters and one (1) son. The son James Dixon was the youngest child b.1797 d. 1881 James married Elizabeth Neff b.1804 d.1852 The Number #4 daughter of Andrew and Rachael was Margaret Dixon b.1783 d. ? Margaret Dixon married William Meyers dates unknown Margaret and William had two children #1 Dixon Meyers -- he married Sarah Day dates unknown. #2 MAssie Meyers -- dates unknown Andrew Dixon and James Dixon are burried in the Alexander Cemetary in Neffs Ohio with others from the Dixon family. As you can see I am missing many dates . If you can fill in some of my missing data I would appreciate the information. I would also be interested in the Browns from Trough Run area. Thanks -- I think you are doing a great job. Dorothy Dixon Bartlett Jupiter , FL.

Regarding your search of DUNFEE/MEEKS, have you come across a Nancy J. Dunfee (b abt 1830, Belmont Co) m. Alfred Doty (b abt 1830 maybe PA) on 10 Nov 1852? Or a James Doty m. Millie Dunfee? Or the whereabouts of a "Dunfee Cemetery" in Jacobsburg, Belmont Co where my great-grandfather John Henry Doty was buried? Could this be a family cemetery on the family property? I am researching DOTY -- cannot find info on Alfred. Thank you. Barb

At 12:32 PM 6/5/00 -0400, nancy edwards wrote: >My great-aunt, Nora (SMITH) CRISWELL had a son, Charles CRISWELL, who died >in WWI & is buried, I believe, in France (Oise-Aisne Cemetery). My >great-aunt was a Gold Star Mother & she lived in Martins Ferry, Belmont Co, >OH. Does anyone know if there are perhaps copies of local newspaper stories >re WWI deaths. >Thanks so much. > Look in the microfilmed newspapers for Belmont at the Ohio Historical Society. You can get the film on interlibrary loan and you can find the film number and newspaper name on the OHS web page. I've found lots of stuff like this in the Monroe county newspapers. You might also want to check on Victory Day (now Memorial) parades in Belmont, Gold Star mothers were often invited to ride in the parades. Tom Bishop

My great-aunt, Nora (SMITH) CRISWELL had a son, Charles CRISWELL, who died in WWI & is buried, I believe, in France (Oise-Aisne Cemetery). My great-aunt was a Gold Star Mother & she lived in Martins Ferry, Belmont Co, OH. Does anyone know if there are perhaps copies of local newspaper stories re WWI deaths. Thanks so much. Nancy Edwards (in GA) (email: nsedwards@mindspring.com)

Janice, >From "History of Belmont & Jefferson Cos., OH" by J. A. Caldwell, pub. 1880 pg. 394 BENJAMIN LOCKWOOD, a son of David LOCKWOOD, was born on or near Wheeling Creek, VA, 13 Apr 1797. He wqas brought to Belmont Co. by his parents ca. 1800. He worked with his father on the farm until he was 23 years old and received his education in the log school house of the time. On 11 Apr 1820, he married Annie BELL, born in Washington Co., PA, 2 Oct 1801. They had thirteen children: Annie B., Elizabeth A., David B., Jacob E., Benjamin F., Mary A., Alfred, Eliza J., Lavina A., Ephraim C., Elizabeth R., Sylvanus L., William T., George W., and Emily E., four of whom are still living. William, the youngest son, was killed at the battle of Chancellorsville on 2 May 1863, being the seventh engagement in which he participated. Mr. Lockwood located in Dille's Bottom after his marriage. on section 16. In 1822, he erected a grist mill on section 18 and also ran a distillery. In 1826 he moved near the Ohio river where he was a farmer, merchant and boat builder. In 1827 he was appointed postmaster of Dille's Bottom which office he held for 40 years. At present he lives on a farm near the falls of Pipe Creek in section 18 about one mile from the Ohio river. He and his companion are members of the Pipe Creek Presbyterian Church. A description of his party for his 80th birthday on 13 Apr 1879 at Dille's Bottom follows. Mentioned are two younger brothers, Col. J. H. LOCKWOOD, of Moundsville and J. M. LOCKWOOD of Dille's Bottom; two married daughters and their husbands, M. M. FOWLER, of Moundsville and Wm. W. FERRELL; eleven grandchildren and two great-grandchildren; Mrs. Jacob LOCKWOOD, a daughter-in-law of Belpre, OH; W. H. SEYMOUR and wife of Chicago; Sarah ANSCHUTZ, wife of a deceased brother; Mrs. SWEENEY of Washington, PA; and Mrs. McCORMICK, of Allegheny, sisters of Mrs. LOCKWOOD and Col. John THOMPSON of Moundsville. There was a presentation of an inlaid box with plate engraved and portraits of the donors given by his great-grandchildren, the children of W. H. SEYMOUR and also a silver shaving cup. His grandchildren presented him with a 6x8 photograph of his mother, enlarged from an old daguerreotype, in walnut and gilt frame. Mr. LOCKWOOD is hale and hearty for one of his years. JACOB M. LOCKWOOD was born in Belmont Co. 25 Sep 1805, brought up on the farm and had a common school education. On 15 Oct 1829, he married Caroline C. COLMAN, who was born 6 May 1811. They had 5 sons. After his marriage he located on section 6 in Dille's Bottom, near the Ohio river. His wife died on 9 Aug 1869 and on 27 Mar 1873 he married Sarah L. CARBON who was born in 1832. He and his wife are members of the M. E. Church of Wegee. -- Bonnie Burkhardt <burkhard@flash.net> <bburkhardt@juno.com>

patty smith wrote: > Would appreciate the info on James Dunfee in Mead Twp. as he is a relation. Thanks so much > for your time. It is really great of you to help so many people with information. >From "History of Belmont & Jefferson Cos., OH" by J. A. Caldwell, pub. 1880 pg. 392 JAMES DUNFEE was born in Belmont Co. 26 Jun 1820 and he lived on his family's farm while he received his education. About 1841-42 he made a few trips to New Orleans, for his father on flatboats. In Nov. 1847 he married Miss Catharine MEEKS, who was born 5 Jun 1823. They had ten children, seven sons and three daughters, all of whom are still living. After he married he located on section 15, in Mead Twp. where he still remains and in 1878 was elected trustee of the township. -- Bonnie Burkhardt <burkhard@flash.net> <bburkhardt@juno.com>

This is from the History of Barnesville the first period 1800-1832. See my earlier email for background info. These are from my notes, so sometimes there are two or more entries for one person-sorry but you have to sort of edit these yourself....But as you can see, these articles are full of historical and genealogical information so I thought it was worth including. This microfilm roll was rented for $3.00 from OHS for one month-great deal. It's reel #28993 and this article was written for the Barnesville Enterprise, Thursday, December 23, 1886. Aduddel second blacksmith. Came about the time of the was of 1812. Shop was on Chestnut Street. Affleck, Dr. John G. came here about 1825. He practiced medicine and ran a store. He was a partner with Bennett for a time and left town in 1830. Afflick Operated a Mercantile from 1825-1828 along with Mummy. This store also sold drugs, medicines, paints and oils. Bailey, John blacksmith. He had three forges and carried on business until 1847 when he moved to Gallia County. Barnes, Henry kept the first tavern. Barnes, James ran a woolen factory until 1835. Also built a brick house in 1815 where gensing and snakeroot were prepared for shipment. Barnes, James 1810 open the first mercantile house with dry goods, leather, queensware, etc. Barnes, James 1824 began to handle leaf tobacco. He built a large barn where the Presbyterian church now stands. Barnes, James donated the two acres of land for the ME Church and paid Rounds salary. Bennett, Dr. John C. the third physician located here in 1825. He soon left. Bloomfield, William He was the first tinner in the village. Brown, John second saddler who conducted business until about 1840 when he went into groceries. Brown, Joseph One of three hatters who all came together and worked together in a shop on lot. No. 15. Chapman, Ezekiel built the old brick church used by the Disciples in 1822. Cole, Archibald First cabinetmaker. He settled here during the war and remained until his death. Coulson, William also operated a mercantile house during the war of 1812 but it failed. Davenport, John arrived here in 1818 from Winchester, Va. Opened a mercantile house in the spring of 1819 and formed a partnership with John Gibson which was successful for many years. Davenport, John 1824 began to handle leaf tobacco. He built a large barn where the City Hall now stands. Davenport, John born in Virginia and was the Superintendent of a woolen factory in that state. Came to Barnesville in 1818. In 1826 elected to the 20th Congress from the 10th Ohio district along with Shannon. He was an associate judge in Monroe and Belmont County. He died in 1855. Davis, Daniel first funeral services conducted in the ME grave yard where for this boy in 1808 by Rev. Round. Dawson, George blacksmith. Was a partner to Snyder and then became his successor. Drummond, Rev. James preacher during this time Dyson preacher during this time Farley, Joseph One of two tailors known during this period. Came in 1820 and died about 1837. Ferrell kept the next tavern. He had a ship at full sail as his sign but failed to get a license and had to quit. Francis, John blacksmith. He was a partner to Aduddel. Gardner, Joseph During the war of 1812, he started a shoemakers shop. In 1816 he bought a shop and carried on his trade until his sons, Asbury and Wesley became his successors in 1833. Gibson, John formed a partnership with John Davenport in the Mercantile business which was successful for many years. Gibson, John 1824 began to handle leaf tobacco. He built a large double barn on the south side of Frank Hibbard's lot. Gibson, John storeroom destroyed by fire in the summer of 1827. Green, Albert began a mercantile business with his son Lewis H. Green in the frame part of the Shankland hotel in 1831. They quit business within a few months. Green, Lewis H. began a mercantile business with his father Albert Green in the frame part of the Shankland hotel in 1831. They quit business within a few months. Green, William opened a store in the east end of the Fraiser House with Benjamin Hoyle and continued same during this period. When Hoyle retired in 1832 he continued on until 1847 when he retired to his farm. Hager, Kelion worked with Cole as a journeyman. Hawkins, William learned his trade with Henderson and went into politics. Henderson, William 1812 started a spinning and flax wheel factory. Then expanded into making wooden bowls. Hibbard, Caleb The only silversmith during this time period. He was the grandfather of Frank Hibbard and Mrs. McCelland and left town in 1833. Hill, William Shoemaker. Came at the close of the war of 1812. Hoyle, Benjamin opened a store in the east end of the Fraiser House with William Green and continued same during this period. He retired in 1832. Israel kept the second tavern. Judkins Judkins and Thornburg hatter shop destroyed by fire in May 1826. Judkins, Dr. Carolus first physician in Barnesville. Born in North Carolina, practiced medicine in Virginia and came to Barnesville in 1810. He built his residence here and lived the remainer of his life in Barnesville for over a quarter of a century. His practice extended over 800 sq. miles. Died in 1854. Judkins. Joel One of three hatters who all came together and worked together in a shop on lot. No. 15. Kenney logician of this time. Kimball, Samuel Doesn't say what he did but his shop and house were next to Riley's. Laws, Panter Hatter on Lot. No. 45. Laws, Thomas D. was the first grocer which he begun in 1830 and quit in 1832. Mackall, Benjamin H. In 1828 he purchased the Mummy/Afflick Mercantile/Drug establishment and continued with it until his death in 1835. McCune, John Hatter on the old mill lot on Chestnut Street. McLana, Vernon grandfather of James V. and Robinson McLana was killed by the falling of timbers at the raising of the old mill in 1815. McLeigh, James 1825 erected a factory for plows, farming equipment and wagons. He invented the bar-shear plow and closed business about the time of the Civil War. Mills, Robert first saddler who came to town in 1809. Opened shop and carried on until his death in 1867. Mills, Robert May of 1826 his house was destroyed by fire. Mitten, William One of two tailors known during this period. Came in 1820 and moved about 1837 to Indiana. Moffat preacher during this time Moore, William Shoemaker. Came at the close of the war of 1812. Mummy Operated a Mercantile from 1825-1828 along with Afflick. This store also sold drugs, medicines, paints and oils. Myers also operated a mercantile house during the war of 1812 but it failed in 1819. Parsons, John O. started the Barnesville Hotel in 1826, with a tavern and a small spread eagle as his sign. He continued on through the end of this period. Parsons, William Shoemaker. Came at the close of the war of 1812. Philpot, William was the first clerk at the Barnes store in 1810. Philpot, William became a third partner to Davenport and Gibson in the Mercantile business. Store was at the Campbell corner. Piper, William early brickmaker. Piper, William made the bricks for the old brick church used by the Disciples in 1822. Riggs, James of Hagerstown, Md. Moved here in 1810 and built a "wrought" nail factory with three forges. After the war of 1812, he went out of business when the cutting nail machine was invented. Riley, Nathan His shop was next to Cole's and he was the only undertaker in the town until 1845. Romaine pottery manufacturer built a pottery around the end of the War of 1812. It went under in 1833. Round, Rev. James M. preached the first sermon in the first ME church built in 1808. Schur, Charles built the old brick church used by the Disciples in 1822. Shankland, James R. son of William G. Shankland and grandson of James Barnes, was killed soon after the old woolen factory was started in an accident. Shankland, William G. opened the Mansion House about the same time (1826). His sign was an eagle poised for flight. Shannon, Thomas 1827 began to handle leaf tobacco in the old James Riggs nail factory. He continued through the end of this period. Shannon, Thomas born in Wasington County, Pa. Came to Ohio in 1800 with his father's family and located in Warren TWP. 1826 he was elected to Congree from the 10th District; he was the most popular man in Belmont-he was never defeated in an election. Died in 1843 and his remains are in South Cemetery. Smith, Rev. Edward logician of this time. Snyder, David first blacksmith. He continued until he left town in 1838. Stanton, Dr. James father of War Secretary, Edwin Stanton, came here in 1820. He formed a partnership with Carolus Judkins but he left after a couple years. Tegard pottery manufacturer about the same time as Henderson. Thornburg, Edward One of three hatters who all came together and worked together in a shop on lot. No. 15. Thornburg, Edward May of 1826 his house was badly scorched by still stands by fire. Waddell, Rev. Charles orator during this time. West, Rev. Avery first shoemaker, grandfather of Eli Moore. He came in 1811 and continued for about 12 yrs. He then went into farming. Young also operated a mercantile house during the war of 1812 but it failed in 1819.

Hello, list. I found one of my ancestors listed in Ohio Military Men, 1917-1918 on the ancestry.com website. I was wondering if any of you know if there is a way that I can get W.W.I pension or service records. Thanks, Laura

While searching for obituaries, I was pleasantly surprised to find a historical sketch on Somerton and then a few months later a hugh holiday issue on Barnesville. It is written in three sections based on the progression of Barnesville from a Hamlet, to a village, to a town. This was not easy to copy-it was over 12 pages of newsprint that was not always clear and had darkened with age...then sometimes, the notes didn't make sense, but I gave it a shot. This is written by R. H. Taneyhill, Esq. He had apparently done sketches for the Barnesville Enterprise before and even did a small book. These are supposed to be elaborations on that book and contain information "never before recorded". I am not sure the best way to present this, I don't see how I can do it by name because there are so many, but here goes: Warren TWP 1806 Grier, John Dougherty, John with their families moved from Fayette County, Pa. to Barnesville. Grier located on what is now (in 1886) the Robert Smith farm. Dougherty located on Wills Creek on lands now owned by William Van Syoc. These two families were quickly followed by other families: Plummers Vernons Smith Doudnas French Hicks (all of these were of the Friends religion and settled in the east and se portion of the township) Buchannons and Shannons along the northern bounday. Henry and John Grier Campbells Kennons Douglass Hartleys all on the west side. Englishes Dodd Reed Engles located down Leatherwood Creek. The first house of worship was built in 1804 by the Friends, followed by a second one in 1806. Joseph Middleton built the first mill, which was a horse mill, on what is now the Gantz farm. Carmm Thomas built the first water mill in 1807 near where Slabtown stands. Mahlon Hartley built the second water mill near the township line due west of Barnesville. John Phillips had the distinction of having the only distillery on his farm which was for "the accommodation" of his neighbors. Warren TWP was organized and given the powers to incorporate in 1806-7. Warrent TWP is named after Dr. Joseph Warren who was killed at Bunker Hill. John Grier hosted the first election of township officers in 1807 at his cabin. He became the Justice of the Peace and was the only one until 1811 when another JP was added. In 1818, a third JP was added and that remained the same through 1886. 1810 saw the building of three saw mills: one at Slabtown one at John Reed's farm just above the trestle one on the farm of Van Syoc. Genseng and snakeroot were grown in abundance and harvested as a crop. Rev. John D. Price began cultivating tobacco in Warren about 1819. It became very profitable to ship-BUT-it had to be preapred for shipping and this necessitated a middle man. Based on this need, the Ohio Tobacco Merchant was founded. >From here on it goes into a lot of names, which I think are best listed on Excel and then put on the list. I will get back to this... Pam

In a message dated 06/04/2000 5:32:17 PM Eastern Daylight Time, OHBELMON-D-request@rootsweb.com writes: << Sullivan, J. W. Mrs. 5/4/16 (formerly Eva Bolon) >> Hi Pam - I would love to hear more on this one as well - I hope I am not getting too greedy. Thank you so much for the offer. Sincerely, Glenda Frank Moser http://www.familytreemaker.com/users/m/o/s/Glenda-F-Moser/

<< "Nace, Naomi, widow of the late Emanuel Nace 1917" <<These are mostly from the Barnesville Enterprise. They can be one or two lines but later ones may be several paragraphs. Let me kow if you need additional info. Pam>> --------------------------- Hi Pam - I would love to know more about the NACE, Naomi entry. This is my Great Great Grandmother Naomi BOLON who m. (1) Gideon W. LINGO - they div. in 1870 and she m. (2) Emanuel NACE. Thank you so much for any help. Sincerely - Glenda Frank Moser http://www.familytreemaker.com/users/m/o/s/Glenda-F-Moser/

I just want to thank you for the cemetery listings. In the Pleasant Hill list I found some Bumgardners that belonged to my Dad's cousin, that he didn't help. He has helped me so much with my Williams and Vanaman family, I was finally able to help me. Keep up the good work! Roni