Wilbur, Are you going to share with us the surnames in the index of your new book? I am interest in the name RITTER/RUTTER and would appreciate knowing if our family is included in your new book. Best regards, Chocy

For those of you who have an interest in Hampshire County (originally a part of Old Frederick County until 1754), a book is being published to commemorate the 250th anniversary of the County. It will be ready for delivery in March. The title is "Hampshire County, West Virginia, 1754-2004." Unlike most books in this class, it has a complete name index and a general index. The publication may be described as "friendly to genealogists," although it is not a genealogical work per se. It will be bound in hardcover, 8 1/2" x 11". There are 94 chapters (2-4 pages each) plus numerous pages of "box topics," photographs and maps. Approximately 75 "authors" or writers participated in the project, many of whom are well-known for their areas of expertise. The editors were Roberta Munske and Wilmer L. Kerns. The book presents a cross-section of people and events over a 250-year period. New information and insights are presented rather than reiterating what others have said in publications of the past. The book contains excellent insight and discussions of Colonial history, which has been neglected in Hampshire County. Among other topics, here is a brief list of subjects: early settlement, Native Americans, a writeup on each of the counties that were formed from Hampshire; early settlement, history of transportation (roads, railroads, etc.), agriculture and industry, medicine and doctors, school history, profiles of elected officials, the court system and jail, and physical science (geology, ecology, plants and animals, etc.) a brief description or history of the major communities, African American history, the fine arts and artisions, and much more. Also there are chapter or "box" biographies of selected residents of the past (e. g., Col Elias Poston--genealogy chapter), Capt. William Foreman, Richard Williams, Jack Schaffenaker, Maud Pugh, Grace Kelso Garner, Warren E. Duliere, Joseph Edwards, James Caudy, Job Pearsall, Isaac Millar, Lt. John Blue, John William Wolford, John Jeremiah Jacob, John Jacob Cornwall, Herman Guy Kump, William Ansel Jr., as well as George Washington. Special attention was given to the various wars and their impact upon Hampshire County residents. The landscape of genealogy is undergoing some major changes. During decades of the past, genealogical research was little more than a collection of names and dates and relationships. Today, there is an emphasis on understanding the historical context. We believe that anyone with family roots in Hampshire County will find this to be a helpful companion. This book could easily retail for $45.00. A special pre-publication price was considered, but a decision was made to set a reduced price for everyone at $29.95 + $4.00 shipping. West Virginia residents should add 6% sales tax. You may order now; make check payable to HCCVB and mail to: Roberta Munske/Hampshire 250 Book HC 64, Box 39 Yellow Spring, WV 26865 Disclosure: the book is published under the auspices of the Hampshire County 250th Anniversary Committee. I will receive no financial gain from any aspect of my participation in this project. Wilmer L. Kerns

Denis, Just below are the headings for each column reading right to left; but the entries themselves are each on their own line. This is from the the 'GENERAL INDEX TO DEEDS, ETC.-Frederick County, Virginia" Mircrofilm Reel #48 from the Library of Virginia. This tells you that their is a record of that transaction and tells you in which Deed Book----Volume and Page to find the whole document. So now you know there are documents with the following GLOVERS in Frederick County, VA. I included the entry for the switch of part of Frederick County going to Shenandoah County. So before that date you are going to find the documents in Frederick County. I just got the film in today and while it is packed full of information; I was unable to go over it very throughly and it will take me some time as we only have one reader at our library and there will be a number of days it is closed and/or have shortened hours. If I see anymore GLOVERS, I will let you know----------but, I think your friend was right there are GLOVERS in them there hills! YEAR OF INST. DATE OR RECORD SURNAME GIVEN NAME TO/FROM NAMES INSTRUMENT VOL PAGE 1782 6 Nov 1782 Glover John from Robert Rutherford Deed 19 368 1782 6 Nov 1782 Glover John from Robert Rutherford Deed 19 365 1783 2 Apr 1783 Glover ux John to William Duncan Deed 19 415 1785 5 Oct 1785 Glover William to Robert Cochran Deed 21 105 1789 3 Jun 1789 Glover William Exrs to Robert Cochran Deed 21 104? 1811 1 Jul 1811 Glover ux John to Joseph Adams Deed Blurred Blurred 1836 3 May 1836 Shenandoah County from Frederick County Boundary 65 213 1833 10 Oct 1833 Glover al Lewis from Marcus McCormick Trust 62 53 1833 16 Nov 1833 Glover Asa to D W Barton al Trust 62 119 1837 16 Nov 1833 Glover Asa M from D W Barton Deed 62 118 1834 17 Apr 1834 Glover ux John to Archibald Edmondson Deed 62 398 1834 18 Aug 1834 Glover Asa M to James H. Carson Trust 63 117

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Try http://www.bookfinder.com ; I see one copy there, at least. It's a great source for out-of-print books. Martha Grenzeback graymatters@alltel.net At 05:23 PM 20-12-2003 -0500, Millie wrote: >Does anyone know where I can obtain a copy of the following book: > >Frederick County Marriages, 1738-1850 by John Vogt and T. William Kethley, >Jr. and published in 1984 (paperback) > >I tried amazon and Barnes & Noble web sites without luck. Many thanks. > >Millie > > >==== OLD-FREDERICK-CO-VA Mailing List ==== >ADDRESS ALL YOUR LIST MESSAGES TO: >Old-Frederick-Co-Va-L@RootsWeb.com > >============================== >To join Ancestry.com and access our 1.2 billion online genealogy records, >go to: >http://www.ancestry.com/rd/redir.asp?targetid=571&sourceid=1237

Does anyone know where I can obtain a copy of the following book: Frederick County Marriages, 1738-1850 by John Vogt and T. William Kethley, Jr. and published in 1984 (paperback) I tried amazon and Barnes & Noble web sites without luck. Many thanks. Millie

In a message dated 12/19/03 2:06:05 PM Pacific Standard Time, milliecovey@charter.net writes: Would someone check Frederick County Marriages, 1738-1850 that was compiled by John Vogt & T. William Kethley, Jr. Is there a marriage for a Charles Snodgrass? Is there a marriage for a female named Dearborn? Thanks. The only male Snodgrass marriage is for James to Elizabeth Cusick, 8 July 1793; bondsman, John Brady. The only female Snodgrass marriage is for Susannah to Frederick Lambert on August 1, 1809; minister, Christian Streit. No Dearborn girls. Cathy

Would someone check Frederick County Marriages, 1738-1850 that was compiled by John Vogt & T. William Kethley, Jr. Is there a marriage for a Charles Snodgrass? Is there a marriage for a female named Dearborn? Thanks. Millie

Charles Snodgrass is mentioned in the 1770 Frederick County Deed Book (vol. 14, p. 36) - other persons listed were Archibald Gray, John McCown, and Nicholas Purtle. In 1770 Charles Snodgrass is on the membership list of Tuscarora, Falling Waters, and Back Creek Churches (now Berkeley Co., WV). Also listed is John Snodgrass, John Snodgrass, Jr., Joseph Snodgrass, and David Snodgrass. Is anyone researching any of these Snodgrass men? How is Charles Snodgrass related to the other men? Charles Snodgrass is found in the following areas between 1770 and 1808: Frederick Co., VA, Berkeley Co., WV, Fayette Co., PA, and Monongalia Co., WV (where he died in 1808). Millie

Some interesting BABB data: "Virginia Wills and Administrations 1632-1800" Compiled by Clayton Torrence 1985 BABB Isle of Wight: Mary, 1757 w. Frederick: Philip, 1762 i; Thomas, 1779 w. Isle of Wigh: Robert, 1782, i; Robert, 1793 i. York: Wm., 1717 w; Mary, 1719 w. In Frederick County, VA Henry M. BABB acts as a bondsmen for John REED who is an innkeeper in 1818.

According to Fred. Co. Marriages, 1738-1850 compiled by John Vogt & T. William Kethley, Jr., Henry Mercer Babb married Grace McCoole on 10 Nov. 1796; the minister was Alexander Balmaine. Abner Babb married Susannah Robinson on 28 May 1793; bondsman, Thomas Babb. This is as close as we get ........ Cathy Marin Co., CA

Libby, I don't have the marriages; but here are the Frederick County, VA landowners for 1815. Frederick County, VA 1815 Landowners BABB, Abner, rep; BAck CK; 12NW. BABB, Henry N; Paris's Run; 7NW; 8NW. BABB, Peter; Isaacs CK, Babbs Run; 8NW, 6NW. Hope this helps, Chocy

Hello LIst- I am a new member, and wonder if there would be a kind soul who could look up an early marriage for me. The marriage supposedly took place in Winchester on November 10, 1796 between Henry Babb and Susan Anderson. Any information would be greatly appreciated. Thanks so much, Libby Stone dlstone@netexpress.net

Was Charles Snodgrass married in Frederick Co., VA? If so, to whom? I believe he married sometime between 1758 and 1772. Charles is first mentioned in the 1770 Frederick County Deed Book (vol. 14, p. 36) - other persons listed were Archibald Gray, John McCown, and Nicholas Purtle. I do not know where Charles Snodgrass was prior to 1770. Charles Snodgrass is later found in Berkeley Co., WV, Fayette Co., PA, and Monongalia Co., WV (where he died in 1808). Millie

Hello As We in the USA celebrate Veterans Day I would like to say just a few words to all our veterans and fallen heroes on the Battlefields across the World. Thank you for all you do and have done for this country and for others. I have ancestors that served both Great Britain and the United States and I am very proud of my heritage. Here is a list of my ancestors that served. http://freepages.genealogy.rootsweb.com/~geyerseybold/folder/MilitaryService.html Thanks Dan Geyer -- Daniel J. Geÿer Esq.

Hi, List I have the pension record of a my 4th great-grandfather Jacob Ulmer. On the first page it reads: Question: where and in what year were you born: I was born July , 1758 in Winchester, Frederick Co. New Virginia I am trying to found any record of the birth and any information on father Georg L. Ulmer and his wife Elizabeth . Thank you for your time. R. James

Thanks to the work of a local researcher, I've already found a ton of info......Dr. Kerns has written a couple books that contain a lot of data on all these folks...and, yes, you're right.....they are all Quakers, one of whom was a 'charter member' of the Hopewell MM....a James Wright, if memory serves. (these are all new folks to me, so I don't have the info committed to memory yet!! (but, give me time!!). I am well acquainted with Hinshaw, and have it on a CD......many of my folks are included in the records, showing the trek from ChesterCo, Pa, to Va and on to Ohio (thank goodness for Quakers; they were fabulous record keepers and make our research so much easier). If I can look anyone up in Hinshaw for you, please ask. Sandra ----- Original Message ----- From: <Cardi2@aol.com> To: <OLD-FREDERICK-CO-VA-L@rootsweb.com> Sent: Tuesday, October 21, 2003 11:54 PM Subject: [OLD-FREDERICK-CO-VA] Re: OLD-FREDERICK-CO-VA-D Digest V03 #80 > In a message dated 10/21/03 4:03:30 AM Pacific Daylight Time, > OLD-FREDERICK-CO-VA-D-request@rootsweb.com writes: > > Sandra: You are talking about a Quaker family, aren't you? Have you looked > at Hinshaw yet? People will travel miles to go church so there may not be a > local meeting place or a church? > > You have three Welsh names there. > > I don't know much about Hopewell. I have looked at their records but I did > not find any of my names listed. I do have Quaker ancestry coming up from > Maryland and Delaware to North Carolina to Illinois. They were in Illinois by > 1820. > > Annie > > > Sandra Ferguson" <ferg@ntelos.net> > > > > > > I'm new to the list and new to researh in this 'part of the world'. I've > > just discovered that my Ohio Jenkins came from Va, and am interested in > > finding more about them, and where they lived. > > Michael and wife Rachel Pugh JENKINS emigrated to the Concord Meeting in > > Colerain, Belmont Co, Ohio in around 1802, along with their chilren Ann, > > Jacob, Lydia, Betty, Jane, Caty (my ancestor), Pugh and John. Michael had > > married Rachel1787, 4, 11 . at Back Creek - she was the dt of Thomas and > > Ann, Frederick Co, Va and born in. 16-2-1770. This information was found > > in the Hopewell MM records. > > Michael was the son of Jacob and Elizabeth Rogers Jenkins, who lived in > > the Back Creek area....Elizabeth was the daughter of John and Ellen Pugh > > Rogers. > > Apparently many were members of the Hopewell Meeting, and I'm curious > > about the meeting house, near Winchester. I know the meeting is still in > > existence, but wonder about the building, and if it is original to the 1700s > > (although I imagine those members who lived far away, in what is now > > Hampshire Co, WV, surely didn't attend meeting there, but in some home in > > the immediate area. > > I'm looking forward to hearing lots about the families, and the area.... > > > > Sandra > > > > > > > > > > > > > ==== OLD-FREDERICK-CO-VA Mailing List ==== > OLD-FREDERICK-CO-VA LIST ADMINISTRATOR > Old-Frederick-Co-Va-Admin@RootsWeb.com > <commander@inetone.net> Glenn Belcher > > ============================== > To join Ancestry.com and access our 1.2 billion online genealogy records, go to: > http://www.ancestry.com/rd/redir.asp?targetid=571&sourceid=1237 > >

In a message dated 10/21/03 4:03:30 AM Pacific Daylight Time, OLD-FREDERICK-CO-VA-D-request@rootsweb.com writes: Sandra: You are talking about a Quaker family, aren't you? Have you looked at Hinshaw yet? People will travel miles to go church so there may not be a local meeting place or a church? You have three Welsh names there. I don't know much about Hopewell. I have looked at their records but I did not find any of my names listed. I do have Quaker ancestry coming up from Maryland and Delaware to North Carolina to Illinois. They were in Illinois by 1820. Annie > Sandra Ferguson" <ferg@ntelos.net> > > > I'm new to the list and new to researh in this 'part of the world'. I've > just discovered that my Ohio Jenkins came from Va, and am interested in > finding more about them, and where they lived. > Michael and wife Rachel Pugh JENKINS emigrated to the Concord Meeting in > Colerain, Belmont Co, Ohio in around 1802, along with their chilren Ann, > Jacob, Lydia, Betty, Jane, Caty (my ancestor), Pugh and John. Michael had > married Rachel1787, 4, 11 . at Back Creek - she was the dt of Thomas and > Ann, Frederick Co, Va and born in. 16-2-1770. This information was found > in the Hopewell MM records. > Michael was the son of Jacob and Elizabeth Rogers Jenkins, who lived in > the Back Creek area....Elizabeth was the daughter of John and Ellen Pugh > Rogers. > Apparently many were members of the Hopewell Meeting, and I'm curious > about the meeting house, near Winchester. I know the meeting is still in > existence, but wonder about the building, and if it is original to the 1700s > (although I imagine those members who lived far away, in what is now > Hampshire Co, WV, surely didn't attend meeting there, but in some home in > the immediate area. > I'm looking forward to hearing lots about the families, and the area.... > > Sandra > > > >

I'm new to the list and new to researh in this 'part of the world'. I've just discovered that my Ohio Jenkins came from Va, and am interested in finding more about them, and where they lived. Michael and wife Rachel Pugh JENKINS emigrated to the Concord Meeting in Colerain, Belmont Co, Ohio in around 1802, along with their chilren Ann, Jacob, Lydia, Betty, Jane, Caty (my ancestor), Pugh and John. Michael had married Rachel1787, 4, 11 . at Back Creek - she was the dt of Thomas and Ann, Frederick Co, Va and born in. 16-2-1770. This information was found in the Hopewell MM records. Michael was the son of Jacob and Elizabeth Rogers Jenkins, who lived in the Back Creek area....Elizabeth was the daughter of John and Ellen Pugh Rogers. Apparently many were members of the Hopewell Meeting, and I'm curious about the meeting house, near Winchester. I know the meeting is still in existence, but wonder about the building, and if it is original to the 1700s (although I imagine those members who lived far away, in what is now Hampshire Co, WV, surely didn't attend meeting there, but in some home in the immediate area. I'm looking forward to hearing lots about the families, and the area.... Sandra

I am interested in and researching the Bohrer family who were in old Frederick Counties VA & MD from the 1720s - to the present. Of course many of the descendants have scattered to many places around the planet. It is our understanding that Abraham and his son, John Adam Bohrer, with wife, Lucinda J. unknown and family were in and owned property in what is now Virginia and West Virginia in the 1700s and that many of their descendents are still there at the present time. We have found many of them but we are still looking. Abraham had two other sons, John Peter and John George and a daughter, Anna Maria that we are also researching. We have considerable information on many of John Peter's descendants but would appreciate any and all information on any and all Bohrer's. Does some kind soul (SKS) know anything about this family? Please send me any Bohrer or descendant information on or off list. If not, could SKS please tell me if there is anyone that is willing to go to the courthouse and/or elsewhere to look for deeds, land records, old news articles, wills and probate records, etc.? I should be happy to pay copying costs and postage for hard copies. If SKS has any information or is interested in finding land records and/or probate records please contact me. Does SKS know if there is anyone doing Random Acts of Genealogical Kindness (RAOGK http://www.raogk.org/) in or near Washington County, MD? Thanks in advance (TIA) D. JAQUISS