STEWART Family of Westmoreland Co, Pa & than Armstrong Co, Pa 1. STEWART, FATHER (JOSEPH?) (Ireland) (2) STEWART, JOSEPH Abt 1801 - 1871 (Born Ireland & Died Armstrong Co, Pa) .+STURGEON, MARY JANE Abt 1805 - 1864 3. STEWART, ROBERT J 1835 - 1879 (Born Armstrong Co, Pa) 3. STEWART, JOHN M. 1840 - +MOORE, NANCY ELIZABETH 1851 - 1933 3. STEWART, MARY JANE Born Abt 1841 - +GILLIM, HUSBAND 3. STEWART, SARAH JANE 1843 - 1921 +BELL, JOHN F 1840 - 1922 3. STEWART, WILLIAM LLETTLE Born Abt 1851 (2) STEWART, JOHN E., SR 1802 - 1865 (Born Ireland, Died Armstrong Co, Pa) .. +STEWART, WIFE (No info on her??) 3. STEWART, MARGARET Abt 1825 ? . +MCCLAIN, HUSBAND 3. STEWART, JANE Abt 1827 ? +SPENCER, HUSBAND (These two girls were named in Will ) (.*2nd Wife of JOHN E. STEWART, SR:) +LIGHTCAP, MARY 1805 - 1878 (Born & Died Pa) 3. STEWART, RACHEL Abt 1832 - 1908. +JEWART, WILLIAM Abt 1830 - 1884 3. STEWART, SARAH ANN 1833 - 1891 + HULL, MORRISON Died 1862 *2nd Husband of SARAH ANN STEWART: . +GUTHRIE, WILLIAM COCHRAN 1815 -1893 3. STEWART, JOHN E., JR 1839 - 1912 (Born Armstrong Co, Pa & died Atchison Co., Ks) . +MCSWINEY, SALLIE C. 1846 - 1922 (Born Indiana Co, Pa & died Atchison Co, Ks) 3. STEWART, MARY ISABEL 1841 - 1865 (Born & died Armstrong Co. Pa, buried Sagamore. Pa) 3. STEWART, JOSEPH GILSON 1843 - 1902 +BERKEPILE, ELIZABETH C. 1841 - 1905 (Both died Johnstown, Pa) 3. STEWART, ELIZABETH (LIZZIE) 1847 - 1926 +MCINTIRE, JOHN 1846 - 1884 (Both born & died Armstrong Co, Pa) This is my Stewart family. Any cousins out there?? Virginia PYNE FAIR in Topeka, Ks

Dear Sandy, I have a David M. Vantine with a GAR marker next to his grave, buried in Pleasant Hills Cemetery in Leechburg. I have not been able to track down his regiment. Whenever time permits, I would really appreciate a look up. He was born in 1836, and to my knowledge lived in Armstrong County all of his life. Many thanks! Carol Fraser

Ed, Sorry, no mention of any STITT'S in any of these cemeteries. The two main cemeteries in Brady's Bend are not listed in this book. I believe I have heard that someone is working on a new book covering these two other cemeteries. Jeff _____________________________________________________________________ You don't need to buy Internet access to use free Internet e-mail. Get completely free e-mail from Juno at http://www.juno.com Or call Juno at (800) 654-JUNO [654-5866]

Because I've had a number of requests for the story of the 103rd flag, I'm listing it here. I hope it's not too long for the list. I love this story !!!! Connie M. When the 103rd Regiment was at Camp Orr, Kittanning, in the autum of 1861, they were visited by a large part of the population of Sugar Creek Twp., who brought a supply of edibles for Company B., and also a beautiful flag which was presented to the company. The Flag was made by the pupils and friends of Blaney School, then in Sugar Creek. It was made at the residence of John Templeton, who resided near the Blaney School house. The flag was presented to Company B., as a compliment to a former teacher and a number of pupils of Blaney School who had enlisted in that company. At the death of the teacher, the flag was turned over to Private Conrad Petsinger, who brought it safely home at the close of the war. On April 20, 1864, the garrison at Fort Williams, Plymouth, North Carolina surrendered. Petsinger hurriedly concealed the flag underneath his clothing. For eight months in Andersonville Prison he carefully kept guard over it and brought it back to the union lines. In the parade of the G.A.R., when the national encampment was held in Pittsburgh in 1894, the flag made its first appearance to the comrades of the regiment after the capture of the Plymouth Garrison. Twice since then Petsinger carried it in parades at the national encampments, once in chicago and once in Buffalo. In 1911, the granddaughter of the vetran hero, unveiled it and the custodian of relics of Soldiers and Sailors Memorial Hall in Pittsubrgh, PA, received the flag. About 10 years ago, my daughter and I visited the Hall. The flag was displayed in the west corridor of the building. I was very shredded but what a thrill. (Source: Scrapbook held in Lankerd-Thomas Library, Arms. Co. Hist. Soc.)

Hi! My great grandfather John Thomas Cooper was in the 103rd Regiment, Company A. I would love to see what information you have about the flag for that regiment -- and any other information or resources you know of. Thank you very much. Jane Cooper

My > family that I am researching lived in Kaylor, Brady's Bend and Petrolia > area. SUTTON, ISERMAN, EISERMAN, SIMPSON Dear Tammy, I have a ggAunt Samantha Law from Bradys Bend who married a Simpson. She was probably born in the 1840's. Have you run accross any contections? Mary Law Miller Gaithersburg, Maryland

In a message dated 98-03-08 18:52:13 EST, psra@speedlink.com writes: << I am a tad confused.....In a bible record for my 3 great grandparents it is listed that Samuel Smith of Plum Creek, Indiana County, PA....is Plum Creek TWP in Armstrong or Indiana County. >> If Plum Creek ran through both counties, chances are both counties have a Plum Creek Twp. I've found many names repeated from county to county. Irene Crawford JTJTJ5@aol.com

I know information on this society came out not long ago, but would someone please give me the mailing address, phone number and a person to contact at the society for specific questions on available resources. My family that I am researching lived in Kaylor, Brady's Bend and Petrolia area. SUTTON, ISERMAN, EISERMAN, SIMPSON I am travelling to East Brady, PA over Memorial weekend and would like to use my time productively during my short visit to find more info on my family. I thought the Armstrong Co. Historical Society would be a good place to start. Thanks, T Simpson tsgrace@juno.com _____________________________________________________________________ You don't need to buy Internet access to use free Internet e-mail. Get completely free e-mail from Juno at http://www.juno.com Or call Juno at (800) 654-JUNO [654-5866]

The address for the library & society is: Lankerd-Thomas Genealogical Library; Armstrong Co. Historical Soc. 300 N. McKean St., P.O. Box 735 Kittanning, PA. 16201 With the Library name first on the envelope, the libarian will be the first to open it. We are backlogged now with requests from November. Usually if you have a brief request such as materials list etc. We try to get it out right away. Our small volunteer staff just get over-burdened but we do answer all inquiries. Connie Mateer

Sandy, I recieved that book on Friday from Ron...and I have been immersed in it ever since. Did you have a relative from Armstrong in the 78th? Pamela

Pam, I don't have information on the flag of the 78th Regt. but I have a great story on the flag of the 103rd from Armstrong Co. Any interest in the 103rd ? Connie M.

The Rumbaugh Cem. is located 4.7 miles from the East Brady bridge on the Seybertown Road (leg. rt. 03145). Park across from the Rubis home which is .4 mile beyond the spot where the Armstrong Run road (T627) joins 03145. A wide trail that leads sharply uphill about 300 feet to the cemetery is plainly visible north of a small stream (called Indiantown Run on old maps). Source: "At Rest In These Hills" by Bradys Bend Historical Soc. Inc. Or have I given more that you wanted to know ??? Connie M.

Fred Held, According to "At Rest in These Hills', published by the Brady's Bend Historical Society, the Rumbaugh cemetery is 4.7 miles from the East Brady bridge on the Seybertown Road (legislative Route 03145). They go on to say, 'Park across from the Rubis home which is .4 miles beyond the spot where the Armstrong Run Road (T627) joins 03145. A wide trail that leads sharply uphill about 300 feet to the cemetery is plainly visible north of a small stream (called Indiantown Run on old maps). I have this book which gives inscriptions from all tombstones in this and all other small cemeteries in Brady's Bend Twp and Perry Twp., Armstrong Co. I can look up information for you if you would like. Miller's Eddy is a couple of miles upstream on the Allegheny. Jeff G. _____________________________________________________________________ You don't need to buy Internet access to use free Internet e-mail. Get completely free e-mail from Juno at http://www.juno.com Or call Juno at (800) 654-JUNO [654-5866]

>Does anyone know where the Rumbaugh Cemetery is. It's in Brady's Bend or >Miller's Eddy. It must have been some sort of family/private cemetery. If I >could just find out where Miller's Eddy is, I would have a head start here. We need to use the resources we pay our taxes for. When looking for details in any place in the US, use the USGS search website at http://mapping.usgs.gov/www/gnis/gnisform.html. Millers Eddy can be found by putting Millers Eddy in the Feature Name, Armstrong Co, PA, and Feature type as Populated Place. If one does not enter a feature name or feature type you get a table of all 582 items in the Armstrong Co data base that the USGS has identified, including many cemeteries. Another way to find places is MapQuest at http:\\www.mapquest.com. This also found Millers Eddy. Fred Held

Pam I don't have any pictures but I have a list of who was in the 78th Pa inf. and from what counties they enlist. If I can be of any help let me know who you are looking for and from what counties. There was like 14 Smith and 2 Stewart enlisted in the 78th from Armstrong & Indiana Co. There is more from other Co. I have the military record for a David Davis & William Davis from the 78th from Armstrong Co, if you know anyone that needs them let me know. I have pictures of flags for Corps, & Divisions But what you are looking for is the Regimental Flag. The Regiment started at Camp Orr on the Allegheny River. Near Kittanning. Then on the 14th Oct 1861 they moved to Pittsburg. good luck on your search. Ron Pamela Payne Randolph wrote: > Greetings ALL!! > > I am new to this list so I have a query. I am wondering if anyone on > this list perhaps has access to obtaining a picture of the 78th PA > Infantry flag..that the soldiers proudly marched off to the Civil War > with. Most of the soldiers were from Armstrong and surrounding > counties.. > > If anyone can help me with this I would greatly appreciate it...it it > involves any cost..I will glady pay for any expenses in copy this flag. > > Thanks in advance!! > > Pamela Randolph > > Searching: Stewart/Smith in Armstrong/Indiana Counties!! > > ==== PAARMSTR Mailing List ==== > To contact Patti Caldwell, Listmistress, click below: > mailto:impattic@mediaone.net > remember, "Please practice random acts of kindness"........

HI, Its Pamela...I want to thanks those that have responded to my queries about Plum Creek, Glen Run...(Glade Run) and Smicksburg.... Your help has helped my confusion....Thanks again... Pamela

Pamela, Plum Creek Twp. is in Armstrong Co. but it does border Indiana Co. There is no town in PA named Glen Run up until 1900. Since you mention Smicksburg & Glen Run, I suspect you mean Glade Run which is near Smicksburg. Smicksburg is in Indiana Co. and borders on Wayne Twp. Armstrong Co. Glade Run is the name of the Presbyterian Church at the edge of the boro of Dayton, Wayne Twp. Armstrong Co. People have been known to call that area Glade Run. Its quite near the present day Dayton Fair Grounds. Connie M.

PAARMSTR-L@rootsweb.com wrote: > > I am a tad confused.....In a bible record for my 3 great grandparents it > is listed that Samuel Smith of Plum Creek, Indiana County, PA....is Plum > Creek TWP in Armstrong or Indiana County. > > Also what about the towns of Glen Run and Smicksburg? > > Pamela > > ==== PAARMSTR Mailing List ==== > To contact Patti Caldwell, Listmistress, click below: > mailto:impattic@mediaone.net > remember, "Please practice random acts of kindness"........ I know Smicksburg is in Indiana Co. Karen

>From Beers History of Armstrong Co., published in 1914, pg. 219-220 YATESBORO-This mining town, foudned in 1900, is practically a part o Rural Valley, being less than half a mile from it. THe mines of the Cowanshannock Coal & Coke Company practically support the town, and most of the residents are unnaturalized foreigners. ...The mnes are the largest in the county, employing 1075 ena and producing 825,000 tons of coal in a year. There is no mention of any mining accidents in the book. Beth -- qoe@kiski.net Practice Random Acts of Kindness and Senseless Beauty

I am a tad confused.....In a bible record for my 3 great grandparents it is listed that Samuel Smith of Plum Creek, Indiana County, PA....is Plum Creek TWP in Armstrong or Indiana County. Also what about the towns of Glen Run and Smicksburg? Pamela