Hello Dick, The only thing I can tell you is that are quite a few MATTHEWS buried at the New Britain Baptist Church. On a recent visit for my own research, I wrote down the predominate surnames. Perhaps someone on the list could look for you. I really wish I lived closer than a 4 hour drive. Lynn Tinsley Bradford County >

Hello List Let me introduce myself. I'm Dick Mathews, and I live in Southend-on-Sea, in the county of Essex, in England. My brother and several other relatives now live in Florida, but despite this my knowledge of what resources are available for genealogical research in the US is very limited. Last year I had a great deal of assistance from the PAMONTGO list, and now I'm hoping that this list will help me get a little further. I've been researching my family history for very many years, and until quite recently I had been desperately trying to make a connection to somone who, it turns out, is not my ancestor at all. My g.g.g.father was William Augustin Mathews, an engineer, who was born in Yeovil, Somerset, England in 1819. I have documentary proof back this far. When William married in 1840 he described his father (also named William Augustin Mathews) as a 'minister', and when he remarried in 1874 he described his father as a 'Baptist Minister, deceased'. For many years I tried to link my William to the only minister named William Mathews that the Baptist Historical Society could identify, but without success. Then I met a distant cousin, much older than me, who knew that the engineer William had been made a Freeman of the City of London. We sent for the details of his application, and found that in 1861 he had described his father as a minister, 'formerly of Wooburn, Bucks, and now of America'. The Strict Baptist Historical Society found a reference in 'The Earthern Vessel' that William had started preaching in London, and in 1833 had founded a Chapel in Wooburn, Bucks, but in 1839 he had 'left suddenly for America'. Armed with this information a search in Philby and Meyer found a reference to a naturalisation for William Augustin Mathews in 1854 in Pennsylvania. I got my brother to get a copy of the papers for me, and found that he had arrived in New York on 9 Aug 1839, and in 1854 was aged 59 and resident in Montgomery Township. William was the minister of Montgomery Baptist Church from 1841 - 50, and from the history of that church, its cemetery inscriptions, and the 1850 census, I learned that by his first marriage he had two daughters (but no mention of a son left behind in England), and that he remarried (to Mathilda Pool, by whom he had a son John). The History of Montgomery Baptist Church was written by Edward Mathews, who appears to have been a prolific local writer. Speaking of William Mathews, it says 'Towards the close of his life he removed to New Britain, where he died 5 June 1866'. Recently I searched the LDS Library Catalogue under 'New Britain', and found two entries: (1) 'An account of the James family of New Britain' by Edward Mathews, the notes for which say it includes ... Mathews ... families, and (2) 'The family of James Duffil Scott and Ellen Mathews' by Robin Scott McDowell. >From the IGI I found that James Scott appeared to have married, successively, Annie Mathews and her sister Ellen, the daughters of Joseph and Martha BITTING. So I begin to wonder whether my William (who claimed to be a native of England) had come to Montgomery, and gone to New Britain, to be near other family members. It certainly seems strange that in 1839 he should leave 'suddenly' for America - perhaps he went by invitation. Certainly if he landed at New York in August 1839 and was admitted a member of Montgomery Baptist Church in Dec 1840, he can't have done much in between. I wonder if it is a coincidence that there is an entry in the IGI for a baptism of a William Augustin Mathews, son of Samuel and Abigail, on 10 Mar 1800 - but it's not in England: it's Hartland Township, Windsor, Vermont. I've ascertained that New York arrivals are on Ancestry CD No. 273 - is it possible to get someone to do a look up for me to find out from it what ship William sailed on, from where and when it left, and which other family members were with him? Alternatively can anyone check NARA catalogue M261-61 (FHL film 0350264) which also has this information? Last year several people sent me GIFs of the page from the 1850 census for Montgomery which showed William and his family, but nobody explained how they had been able to do this. If it's straightforward, would a look up for William in 1860 in either Montgomery or New Britain be possible? The book by James Scott was published in 1983 and the FHL copy has not been filmed: does anyone have any idea how I could find out what it says? There is no monument to William at Montgomery Baptist Church (but there is one for Mathilda and their son John) so I presume that William's memorial (if there is one) will be at New Britain. How can I find out what it says? Is it likely that there would be a newspaper obituary? If he left a will, where would I find it? Apologies for the length of this post, and thanks for reading this far. I'd be very grateful for any help anyone can offer, and can offer reciprocal research in the UK. Dick

Nancy, Does McNealy's Illustrated History of Bucks County have any material on the Galloway or Growden families? Don

The History Committee of Quakertown Alive is publishing a picture book from Quakertown's colonial period to the early 20th century. They are requesting family history and images. If you have anything (family stories or images) you would like to contribute please contact ncj@epix.net. They are in need of old photos of buildings. Include the: v Family name v Occupation v Military history v Time Frame Nancy Bucks County History and Genealogy http://freepages.genealogy.rootsweb.com/~buckscounty

Historic Fallsington log cabin may get a new chance at staying in Bucks rather then being moved to Montgomery Count http://www.phillyburbs.com/couriertimes/news/news/0617houseup.htm Nancy Bucks County History and Genealogy http://freepages.genealogy.rootsweb.com/~buckscounty

Speaking of that, Does anyone know what ever happened to the Semi-monthly publication called Old Bucks County? It was a magazine in Black & White Each issue would have old news stories, recipes & info on what Bucks county was like over the last 200-300 years....I used to get it in the book store in the Dublin Shopping center, which has long since closed. It was a great Magazine, I wish I could get a hold of it again. ~Dolly ----- Original Message ----- From: <Bjchanney@aol.com> To: <PABUCKS-L@rootsweb.com> Sent: Saturday, June 16, 2001 12:25 PM Subject: Re: [PABUCKS-L] Bucks County an Illustrated History > Bucks County an Illustrated History by Terry McNealy is now available at the > Spruance Library in Doylestown. It is a beautiful 326 page coffee table > publication, by that I mean beautiful color pictures with lots of information > included. A very complete index is included. > > Nancy > Bucks County History and Genealogy > http://freepages.genealogy.rootsweb.com/~buckscounty > > > ==== PABUCKS Mailing List ==== > Contact Listowner ar judjack@rocketmail.com > Bucks Co Surnames http://www.rootsweb.com/~pabucks/surnamepageA.html > List Rules http://homepages.rootsweb.com/~myplace/mailing.html > Bucks Co. PAGenWeb page at http://www.rootsweb.com/~pabucks > Bucks Co at http://freepages.genealogy.rootsweb.com/~buckscounty > Genealogy of Pa http://www.geocities.com/Heartland/6508/ >

I live in the State of Washington and do not find this book in any libraries in Western Washington. Can someone tell me if there are any entries for the Peter Ashton family and/or descendants who settled Bucks County in 1732--Quaker, most ended up in Springfield. Thx. ----- Original Message ----- From: <Bjchanney@aol.com> To: <PABUCKS-L@rootsweb.com> Sent: Saturday, June 16, 2001 9:25 AM Subject: Re: [PABUCKS-L] Bucks County an Illustrated History > Bucks County an Illustrated History by Terry McNealy is now available at the > Spruance Library in Doylestown. It is a beautiful 326 page coffee table > publication, by that I mean beautiful color pictures with lots of information > included. A very complete index is included. > > Nancy > Bucks County History and Genealogy > http://freepages.genealogy.rootsweb.com/~buckscounty > > > ==== PABUCKS Mailing List ==== > Contact Listowner ar judjack@rocketmail.com > Bucks Co Surnames http://www.rootsweb.com/~pabucks/surnamepageA.html > List Rules http://homepages.rootsweb.com/~myplace/mailing.html > Bucks Co. PAGenWeb page at http://www.rootsweb.com/~pabucks > Bucks Co at http://freepages.genealogy.rootsweb.com/~buckscounty > Genealogy of Pa http://www.geocities.com/Heartland/6508/ >

Bucks County an Illustrated History by Terry McNealy is now available at the Spruance Library in Doylestown. It is a beautiful 326 page coffee table publication, by that I mean beautiful color pictures with lots of information included. A very complete index is included. Nancy Bucks County History and Genealogy http://freepages.genealogy.rootsweb.com/~buckscounty

Jm, I noticed one of the Phila. names you are researching is CARTER. Have you ever run across a Christian Carter? He's one elusive gentleman! Thanks for any help. BarbCB

There is an article in the Intelligencer regarding the oldest building in Bucks County, a log house in Fallsington. It is being dismantled and moved to Montgomery County. For a short time you can check out the article at: http://www.phillyburbs.com/couriertimes/news/news/0615loghouse.htm Nancy Bucks County History and Genealogy http://freepages.genealogy.rootsweb.com/~buckscounty

I am still looking for any or these surnames they are one in the same. CIRCLE ZIRKLE ZIRKEL ZIRKUL His first name may of been George or maybe his father Lodowick (Ludwig) Zirkle. They would have lived near Silas McCarty and his kin. Kathy "Kath" (Burden) Shaffer Omaha, NE

anyone haveing information on jacob he lived in bucks co in springfield townshiphe he lived there from 1761 to1787 with his familey thank you shirley

Posted on: Bucks Co. Pa Query Form Reply Here: http://genconnect.rootsweb.com/gc/USA/Pa/Bucks/14892 Surname: Gruver, Groover ------------------------- Do you have any additional information about Charles Groover (e.g. wife's name, children's names)? My database contains a Charles Groover with the following info. Charles Groover born: 7 Mar 1872 died: 27 Nov 1945 spouse: Dora Stauffer Children: John Henry Groover Charles Groover Florence Groover Let me know if this is a match and I can send you some more details Don Mellen dbmellen@alum.mit.edu

Posted on: Bucks Co. Pa Query Form Reply Here: http://genconnect.rootsweb.com/gc/USA/Pa/Bucks/14888 Surname: ------------------------- Hello, This is what I have on this family Charles Groover, born abt 1872 and died 22 November 1945. He married Dora Stauffer. The parents of Charles Groover were Wm H. Groover (no dates) and Mary Ann Landes, born 15 May 1844. Siblings of Charles Groover are Abel (m. Alice Dillinger), Irwin (m. Gertrude Reed), Corson, John, Emma, Anna & Preston. Beyond that I have the lineage for Mary Ann Landes. If you'd like her ancestors, please email me at geniepa@yahoo.com. Sharon

Seeking information about the family of Esther Russ b 5 Mar 1780 who m Stephen Ashton 24 Jan 1797. Stephen's family settled in Bucks County in 1732 but I am unsure if he married Esther there. She may be from another county in Pennsylvania. Any information about a female Russ b 1780 would be much appreciated. They moved to New York about 1800 and d there.

Posted on: Bucks Co. Pa Query Form Reply Here: http://cgi.rootsweb.com/~genbbs/genbbs.cgi/USA/Pa/Bucks/14887 Surname: Gruver, Groover ------------------------- I too am trying to locate Groover/Gruver after 1872. My G-Grandfather was Charles(S?)Groover from Bucks County (I think maybe Perkasie)and was born 1872. I cannot find a thing on his parents. If you have anything of interest I would like to hear from you! Thanks! Wendy

Posted on: Bucks Co. Pa Query Form Reply Here: http://cgi.rootsweb.com/~genbbs/genbbs.cgi/USA/Pa/Bucks/14886 Surname: posten ------------------------- bucks co jacob and ann posten

Posted on: Bucks Co. Pa Query Form Reply Here: http://cgi.rootsweb.com/~genbbs/genbbs.cgi/USA/Pa/Bucks/14885 Surname: Gill ------------------------- Thank you for your response. I did know about the Justice work as I have been to the Dungan website by J. Michael Johnstone. I haven't been able to find anything other than what you have mentioned about the Gills. I have the Gill family Bible presented to Rose Gill by her mother Jane Gill of Richboro, PA. I believe Rose is Ann, as her full name was Rose Ann Gill. The siblings I have listed in the Bible match those that Justice gives. My line goes down through Isaac. I wish I could find out more about John Gill and his parents. There is alot of info on the Dungans out there, but I just can't find my Gills! Thank you again! If you ever hear of anything about John Gill & his family, please let me know. Sincerely, Erin Nelsen

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Does any one know of George Adam Zirkle born in 1738 in PA? What I need to know is was he perhaps a neighbor of James McCarty? They were neighbors in Shenandoah County, VA. So I am trying to see if they knew each other in PA as well. Kathy "Kath" (Burden) Shaffer Omaha, NE