I have never heard of such a record and, in fact, would be interested to know where the records that you speak of are kept. Justin On Thu, Oct 1, 2009 at 9:21 AM, eric sanders-buell <mseevirginia@cox.net>wrote: > Does anyone know if Centre County and other PA counties kept records > in the local courthouses of German Immigrant servant contracts? I > understand the Pennsylvania German Society persuaded the state of PA > to register all German Redemptioners after 1784 upon arrival at the > port Philadelphia but wondered if the buyer and redemptioner had to > also register at a local level. > > Sara Sanders-Buell > Centre County lines: Twitmyer, Haner, Evans, Reese, Gephardt > > ------------------------------- > To unsubscribe from the list, please send an email to > PACENTRE-request@rootsweb.com with the word 'unsubscribe' without the > quotes in the subject and the body of the message >

Sometimes this cemetery is called Upper Spruce Creek Presbyterian Cemetery, sometimes Graysville Cemetery. I recorded this cemetery circa 1997, and have a folder of handwritten notes of all gravestones as of that time. I don't have time to type it, and I have not been successful in finding someone to do this for me. If someone(s) would volunteer, I will send you copies of the pages. I'd like to include it on the Huntingdon County GenWeb site for all to use, but I simply do not have the time to type it myself. I don't know much about the relationship between the church and the cemetery. The church is still active and published a book a few years ago documenting their 200th anniversary, and including available church records, which seem to start only in the mid-1800s, however. A copy is in the library in Bellefonte. The cemetery probably has a separate association, which may have at least a map of plots, but I don't know who is in charge. I'd suspect that the church can tell you. On Tue, Oct 6, 2009 at 2:30 PM, jsdcbrown@juno.com <jsdcbrown@juno.com>wrote: > There is a cemetery in Graysville, just over the Centre Co. line in > Huntingdon Co, on a hill behind the Upper Spruce Creek Presbyterian Church. > Can anyone tell me the name of the cemetery? Is it documented? Can you > give me a contact name, e-mail address or phone no. that I may use to > contact them? Would appreciate any and all help. Thanks > Don Brown > jsdcbrown@juno.com > ____________________________________________________________ > Obama Raises Pell Grants > Get Your Degree with Government Grants and Scholarships! > > http://thirdpartyoffers.juno.com/TGL2141/c?cp=sIL9FgLdBR_rHHghseQObwAAJ1BYPlBEBaskPvO7bWxqxAEMAAQAAAAFAAAAAM_gYz4AAAMlAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAABI2RwAAAAA= > > ------------------------------- > To unsubscribe from the list, please send an email to > PACENTRE-request@rootsweb.com with the word 'unsubscribe' without the > quotes in the subject and the body of the message >

I don't have such a photo, but would like one. Jared B. Fisher is a distant relative of mine through the Brossman/Heyl lineage. I am not, however, a direct descendant. As I understand it, Jared Fisher bought the old Auchentorlie Farm which had been owned by Gen. George Buchanan, and the land had originally been owned by Gen. Buchanan's grandfather, Governor Thomas McKean of Pennsylvania (although he never lived on it). I don't know of any living descendants but Sue Rossman of the Centre Co. Genealogical Society is somehow related, and she might be able to help you. Justin On Wed, Oct 7, 2009 at 3:28 PM, <kphill2906@aol.com> wrote: > I have recently learned that the Jared B. Fisher Home is listed on the > National Register of Historic Places. I have 2 questions . .. > > > > 1. Does anyone have a photo of the house? > > > > 2. Are there any descendants on this mailing list? The reason I ask > is because I have located 2 original birth/baptism records of 2 of his > children located at a local antique store. They want $150 each! They > might > be purchased for less if I can tell them that I have located a family > member, which is what I told them I was going to try to do. One is of the > son, Calvin (I think) , and the other is for Mary. > > > > Hope to hear from someone! > > > > Karen Phillips > > > ------------------------------- > To unsubscribe from the list, please send an email to > PACENTRE-request@rootsweb.com with the word 'unsubscribe' without the > quotes in the subject and the body of the message >

Check out the link . . . . _http://www.lockhaven.com/page/content.detail/id/513488.html?nav=5009_ (http://www.lockhaven.com/page/content.detail/id/513488.html?nav=5009)

Following is what I have on Jared B. Fisher . . . . 1870 census, Gregg Twp, Centre Co, PA, Spring Mills P.O., p 17, lines 2-12, 124/128, census taken 1860: "Jared B. Fisher 30, merchant, value of real estate $5000, value of pers. est. $12,000 ; Sarah L. Fisher 30; Clara M. Fisher 5; Ella S. Fisher 3; Adam C. Fisher 1; Margaret Weaver 55, value of real estate $1500, value of pers. est. $3000; Mary Long 22, servant; Israel Grenoble 14, servant; John S. Houtz 21, no real est., value of pers. est. $140; Jeremiah Grove 21, no real est., value of pers. est. $145." All born PA. 1880 census, Gregg Twp, Centre Co, PA, Nat'l Archives Film #T9-1112, p 367D, LDS Family History Library Film #1255112: "J. B. Fisher 50, merchant; Sarah E. Fisher 50, wife, keeping house; Clara Fisher 24, dau., at home; Ellen Fisher 22, dau., at home; Calvin Fisher 21, son, laborer; Mary Fisher 19, dau., at home; Franklin Fisher 14, son, laborer; Charles Fisher 14, son, laborer; Margaret Weaver 78, mother-in-law, keeping house; Calvin Weaver 21, other, clerks in store." All persons and their parents b PA. >From the CENTRE REPORTER of 2 Jan 1896 (abstracted/condensed?): "Maj. J. B. Fisher died at Penns Valley Sat., Dec. 28, 1895 of dysentery. He was born in Berks County Oct. 3, 1829. His ancestors were Palatine from Germany who moved to America in 1714, through the dense forest to Schoharie. Found their way to Susquehanna, down in canoes and settled in Lower Heidelberg township, Berks County, in 1729. In 1756 Peter Fisher occurs in assessment of Heidelberg township. He was the great-grandfather of Major. Fisher and in the graveyard of Haines churchyard by where they settled. Maj. Fisher came with his father Adam Fisher to Penn Hall, then called Centreville in 1842. Maj. Fisher married 1854 to Sarah L. Weaver, only dau. of Geo. Weaver of Haines Twp. and has a family of 3 sons, 3 daughters. One son and a married dau. are dead." Ref.: "Centre Hall Reporter, Centre County, PA, 1891-1900, Births, Deaths, Marriages, Divorces, School Records, etc." (c Apr 2001) by Gerri L. Aitkin, p 64. ======================= >From the CENTRE REPORTER of 9 May 1905 (abstracted/condensed?): "Sarah Louisa Fisher, 75, died at her home at Penn Hall Wed., widow of Maj. J. B. Fisher and only daughter of George Weaver, an old settler of Haines Twp. She married Maj. Fisher in 1854. Children: Charles, Frank, Mary, Mrs. Luther Snyder. She was buried Salem Ref. Cem." Ref.: "Centre Hall Reporter, Centre Hall, PA, 1901-1909, Obits, Marriages, Births, People Moving, School Records, Military Records, Divorces, etc." (c 2002) by Gerri L. Aitkin, p 90. NOTE: Date of above publication, or date of below publication, must be incorrect as the newspaper was not published with any two-day intervals. >From the CENTRE REPORTER of11 May 1905 (abstracted/condensed?): "Sarah Louisa Weaver Fisher died and those who attended her funeral were: George Weaver, E. G. Mingle and daughter Nellie, Thomas Weaver and mother, Ralph Stover, A. S. Stover, Mrs. Roush and Mrs. Annie Detwiler. She [the deceased] was 75 years old and the widow of Maj. J. B. Fisher of Penn Hall. She was a native of Haines Township, born in the vicinity of St. Paul's Church, mar'd in 1854 at Penn Hall. Mr. Fisher died in 1895. Children are: Clara, wife of T. B. Ulrich, Calvin dead. Living: Ella, wife of M. L. Snyder, Charles W., Franklin M. and Miss Mary. Buried Salem Ref. Cem." Ref.: "Centre Hall Reporter, Centre Hall, PA, 1901-1909, Obits, Marriages, Births, People Moving, School Records, Military Records, Divorces, etc." (c 2002) by Gerri L. Aitkin, p 90.

If I remember - the newspaper has a link to the Historic Homes - Friends of a Friend her in VA bought one and turned into a B&B 4/5 yrs ago. Fred Hours can best answer all this - He and Justin Houser and all list members are so very helpful Mimi Taylor -----Original Message----- From: pacentre-bounces@rootsweb.com [mailto:pacentre-bounces@rootsweb.com] On Behalf Of kphill2906@aol.com Sent: Wednesday, October 07, 2009 3:28 PM To: PACENTRE@rootsweb.com Subject: [PACENTRE] Major Jarod B. Fisher I have recently learned that the Jared B. Fisher Home is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. I have 2 questions . .. 1. Does anyone have a photo of the house? 2. Are there any descendants on this mailing list? The reason I ask is because I have located 2 original birth/baptism records of 2 of his children located at a local antique store. They want $150 each! They might be purchased for less if I can tell them that I have located a family member, which is what I told them I was going to try to do. One is of the son, Calvin (I think) , and the other is for Mary. Hope to hear from someone! Karen Phillips ------------------------------- To unsubscribe from the list, please send an email to PACENTRE-request@rootsweb.com with the word 'unsubscribe' without the quotes in the subject and the body of the message

I have recently learned that the Jared B. Fisher Home is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. I have 2 questions . .. 1. Does anyone have a photo of the house? 2. Are there any descendants on this mailing list? The reason I ask is because I have located 2 original birth/baptism records of 2 of his children located at a local antique store. They want $150 each! They might be purchased for less if I can tell them that I have located a family member, which is what I told them I was going to try to do. One is of the son, Calvin (I think) , and the other is for Mary. Hope to hear from someone! Karen Phillips

-----Original Message----- From: rhiannon@centrefurnace.org [mailto:rhiannon@centrefurnace.org] On Behalf Of Centre County Historical Society Sent: Tuesday, October 06, 2009 10:53 AM To: info@centrecountyhistory.org Subject: Upcoming Events RAILROAD LECTURE - "THE BIG FILL: EMIGH'S GAP" WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 14 - 7:00 p.m. http://www.centrecountyhistory.org/eventsexhibits/bigfill.html Please join us on Wednesday, October 14 at 7:00 p.m. at the Centre Furnace Mansion for a special presentation by Luther Gette. No, The Big Fill is not a mass grave. It is Centre County's own Horseshoe Curve up the escarpment of the Allegheny Front to Emigh's Gap, opening the coal plateau to commerce. Built up wheelbarrow by wheelbarrow, the Fill carried rails around a curve so tight that trains had to be pushed downhill around it. Based as much on wish as on science, the curve was an 80-year-long headache to the coal train engineers and brakemen linking Philipsburg with Tyrone and the world. Luther Gette's love for railroads and for his home town bring life and joy to this great county story. Built through the rugged western portion of Centre County between 1858 and 1862, the Tyrone & Clearfield Railroad required some spectacular engineering to climb the Allegheny Front to the 2,040 foot summit of Emigh's Gap near Sandy Ridge. There were steep grades and plenty of curves, the sharpest of which crossed high above Mt. Pleasant Run on nearly one hundred feet of fill, dug from borrow pits along the mountainside by Irish laborers making around a dollar a day. Known as the Big Fill, this tight curve was poorly laid out by the Tyrone & Clearfield chief engineer James E. Montgomery, and hampered railroad operations during the 107 years it was in service (1862-1969). Still, following its takeover by the Pennsylvania Railroad in 1862, the line carried to market upwards of four million tons of Moshannon Valley coal. Using a power point presentation that includes numerous photos, Luther Gette will tell the story of the many wrecks that occurred on or near the Big Fill, including the famous circus train wreck of May 30, 1893. There will also be a short photographic tour of the T&C from Tyrone to Grampian, a song about the Irish laborers on the T&C and a poem about the Big Fill itself. Luther Gette, born in 1938, grew up along the Tyrone & Clearfield in Philipsburg, just in time to be smitten by Pennsylvania Railroad steam power in its last days of glory. He holds degrees in French literature from Penn State and the University of Wisconsin. He spent the best part of his life riding freight trains across the U.S.A., and in 1995 was elected King of the Hobos at the National Hobo Convention in Britt, Iowa. ************************************************************************************************** VICTUALS AND VICISSITUDES OF EARLY NEW ENGLAND OCTOBER 1 - NOVEMBER 22 http://www.centrecountyhistory.org/eventsexhibits/vandv.html The implements of eating and the ceremony surrounding their use have changed over the centuries, though our purpose for using them has not. We celebrate, communicate, and connect at the table. It is one of the most basic of human experiences and one that is transforming dramatically in our own time. The Centre County Historical Society's fall exhibit investigates the way in which people ate and drank in New England between the 18th century and mid-19th century. It explores the tastes of the region and the influence of European design, before and after the American Revolution, as well as wares made abroad specifically for the American market. Three table settings and several chairs are installed in our exhibit building. It is a companion exhibit to Tea Time in Eighteenth Century Philadelphia, on view in the Borland Gallery on the Pennsylvania State University campus throughout the month of October. Both exhibits are the result of a collaborative effort of Integrative Arts students, the Centre County Historical Society, and local collectors. The "Victuals and Vicissitudes" exhibit will be open during the Mansion's regular hours: Sunday, Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from 1:00 to 4:00 p.m. until November 22, 2009. There is no charge for admission. -- Rhiannon McClintock Program Coordinator Centre County Historical Society Centre Furnace Mansion 1001 East College Avenue State College, PA 16801 814.234.4779 http://www.centrecountyhistory.org

There is a cemetery in Graysville, just over the Centre Co. line in Huntingdon Co, on a hill behind the Upper Spruce Creek Presbyterian Church. Can anyone tell me the name of the cemetery? Is it documented? Can you give me a contact name, e-mail address or phone no. that I may use to contact them? Would appreciate any and all help. Thanks Don Brown jsdcbrown@juno.com ____________________________________________________________ Obama Raises Pell Grants Get Your Degree with Government Grants and Scholarships! http://thirdpartyoffers.juno.com/TGL2141/c?cp=sIL9FgLdBR_rHHghseQObwAAJ1BYPlBEBaskPvO7bWxqxAEMAAQAAAAFAAAAAM_gYz4AAAMlAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAABI2RwAAAAA=

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: tinyclams Surnames: Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.pennsylvania.counties.centre/3199.1.1.1/mb.ashx Message Board Post: You are very welcome. Glad you got to see the marker. Important Note: The author of this message may not be subscribed to this list. If you would like to reply to them, please click on the Message Board URL link above and respond on the board.

Hi Everyone. For those of you interested in your families Native American history I felt this was an event that should not be missed. They are having a grand opening ceremony at the new "Indian Lands" county park in York County, PA on October 17th, 2009 from 9am to 3pm. This will not be a Pow Wow but there will be some chances there to learn of your past and purchase trinkets. It is located on lands once occupied by the Susquehannock people, an ancient village that predates William Penn and the last known village not destroyed by population growth (a Susquehannock cemetery also exists on the site). If you are interested please contact me by email or phone call so I can let others know. Renee L. Waring _Reneelwaring@aol.com_ (mailto:Reneelwaring@aol.com) 717-266-6985

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: E_Kerstetter Surnames: Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.pennsylvania.counties.centre/3199.1.1/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Thank you for your information. I was able to find the grave marker at the cemetary. Important Note: The author of this message may not be subscribed to this list. If you would like to reply to them, please click on the Message Board URL link above and respond on the board.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: E_Kerstetter Surnames: Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.pennsylvania.counties.centre/3199.2/mb.ashx Message Board Post: I found out durning the 1900 census Wallace and his wife Florence when living in Milroy, Pa, Armagh Township (Old Armagh Election District), Mifflin, Pennsylvania He was an engineer on a train Important Note: The author of this message may not be subscribed to this list. If you would like to reply to them, please click on the Message Board URL link above and respond on the board.

An article in this weeks Livingston County (NY) News tells of the 100th reunion of the Long family.? Twenty-two descendants held their reunion on August 23rd in Lakeville, NY. Christian and Elizabeth Long and others of the Mennonite faith came to the Livingston County area in 1806 from Nittany, PA.? It seems that veterans of the Revolutionary War had come home with stories of a beautiful little lake called Conesus.? Fertile fields abound in this area.? Christian Long purchased 20 acres of land on East Lake Road along Conesus Lake.? Christopher,? his son, settled on land south of his father. The article tells that attendance has dropped at reunions as years and members passed away and a faithful few held on for the 100th and last reunion. Eighteen boxes of history and the small treasury of $250 will be donated to the Livonia Historical Society. Descendants of the Long family who may tie into this branch may want to contact the Livonia Historical Society in Livonia, NY 14487. Judy Offen Caledonia, NY (Livingston County)

Does anyone know if Centre County and other PA counties kept records in the local courthouses of German Immigrant servant contracts? I understand the Pennsylvania German Society persuaded the state of PA to register all German Redemptioners after 1784 upon arrival at the port Philadelphia but wondered if the buyer and redemptioner had to also register at a local level. Sara Sanders-Buell Centre County lines: Twitmyer, Haner, Evans, Reese, Gephardt

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: germanwaitegen Surnames: Burns, Weight, Waite Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.pennsylvania.counties.centre/3201/mb.ashx Message Board Post: I am seeking descendants of a James BURNS and wife Susan WEIGHT from Huntingdon Co. Pa. James was born ca 1780-1790 and died ca 1847 in Antis Twn., Huntingdon Co. Pa. leaving a widow Susan Weight Burns b. ca 1790 and died btw. 1870-1880. James and Susan Weight Burns had fourteen children: #1 Mary Burns b. 1813 d. aft 1880 m. David Phillips #2 Thomas b. 1815 #3 Benjamin b. 1817 #4 Barbara Burns b. 1820 #5 Abraham Burns b. 1821 d. 1894 m. Lucy McMonigal #6 George Burns b. 1823 d. aft 1895 m. Lucy Ann Ritz #7 James b. 1825 b. 1825 d. aft. 1880 m. Mary UNKN #8 Margaret Burns b. 1828 #9 Julia Ann Burns b. 1830 #10 Susan Burns b. 1831 She never marries. #11 Rachael Burns b. 1834 #12 Isaac Burns b. 1835 d. 1902 Civil War Vet m. Sarah M. Ritz I have his newspaper obit #13 Alexander Burns b. 1836 d. 1913 Civil War Vet m. Rhoda A. UNKN #14 David Burns 12 b. 1838 d. 1912m. Lydia UNKN I have his newspaper obit Note: All birth dates are approximate based on census record averages as available and explicit tax township tax assessment records. If you think you might be related and/or have information you are willing to share please email me directly at germanwaitegen@gmail.com Thanks Important Note: The author of this message may not be subscribed to this list. If you would like to reply to them, please click on the Message Board URL link above and respond on the board.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: michaelscaldwell Surnames: Shultzabarger, Bowen, Hartman Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.pennsylvania.counties.centre/3200/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Centre Co. PA: Centre Democrat, issue of 10 January 1963 EMMA A. SHULTZABARGER Mrs. Emma A. Shultzabarger of Millheim, formerly of Conemaugh and South Fork, Pa., died at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Marlin Wolfe of Millheim, Jan. 3, 1963. Born at Penn Run, Indiana County, May 26, 1880, she was the daughter of John and Prudie Hartman Bowen. She was married June 26, 1901, to George E. Shultzabarger, who died Feb. 13, 1962. She is survived by two sons, J. Meason Shultzabarger, of Camp Hill, and Rev. George E. Shultzabarger, Bethel Park, Pa., and one daughter, Mrs. Wolfe, of Millheim. One sister, Mrs. Ethel Hyle of Bordentown, N.J., eight grandchildren and one great-grandchild also survive. She was a member of the Summit Chapel Methodist Church of Conemaugh where funeral services were held January 7, with Rev. George Keeler officiating. Interment was in Forest Lawn Memorial Park in Johnstown. ______________________________________________________ Important Note: The author of this message may not be subscribed to this list. If you would like to reply to them, please click on the Message Board URL link above and respond on the board.

Subject: Additional Lecture Date Added Dear Community Leader, Attached you will find two pdf files regarding our exhibit, A Walk Through Time: Pennsylvania Coal Culture, and corresponding lecture series to be held at the IUP Museum in Sutton Hall on IUP'S University Museum in Sutton Hall on the IUP Campus and also in Downtown Indiana. We thought you and your community might find this of interest as it directly relates to our Western Pennsylvania Heritage. All exhibits and lectures are free and open to the public. Please consider printing and posting this information so all who might be interested can attend. Thank you in advance for your cooperation and please don't hesitate to call our Museum staff at the IUP College of Fine Arts Office, 724-357-2397, if you have any questions. Respectfully, Bill Double, President IUP University Museum Kind Regards, Sally Daskivich Museum Assistant Indiana University of Pennsylvania 724-357-2397 sdaskivi@iup.edu<mailto:sdaskivi@iup.edu>

REMINDER The first session starts this weekend! Genealogy 101 - Plus :) What: Learn how to begin research on your ancestry and tips to boost what you are already doing. When: Saturdays - October 3rd, 24th and 31st and Nov 21st. 10 am - 2 pm. Bring a sandwich and drink. Where: Miller Room, Centre County Library and Historical Museum, 203 North Allegheny Street, Bellefonte, PA. Donation: $15 covers all 4 sessions with handouts including a CD database for organizing your research. $5 per class individually. Who: Four experienced researchers will be able to give you some one-on-one time following the classes. Sponsored by: Centre County Genealogical Society Contact: President@CentreCountyGenealogy.org<mailto:President@CentreCountyGenealogy.org> or call 814-422-8657 Class 1 - Begin with yourself! Class 2 - Extend your search. Class 3 - Learn to use Centre County resources. Class 4 - Learn to use a database to organize it all! I am interested in this series of classes and/or learning about future classes. Name email - please print clearly! Telephone#

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: JKHouser84 Surnames: Weiss, White, Schreckengast, Johnston, Geiss Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.pennsylvania.counties.centre/202.1.1/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Good morning! I saw the mention of Weiss. Do you know whether your relative is related to Christopher Weiss/White (1793-1867) and his brother, Philip? I believe that they came out of Montgomery/Philadelphia County before arriving in Centre County in the early 1820s. They lived in Potter/Gregg Twps. in Centre Co. with Philip moving on to Mercer County, PA by 1840. Christopher moved to Sugar Valley in Clinton Co. where he died in 1867. Philip's wife was Elizabeth (Johnston?). Christopher was first married to Sarah ______, who died by 1830, and second to Susannah Kern (1803-1875), the widow of Johannes Geiss. He was the father of, among others, Hannah (White) Schreckengast (1818-1886) of Booneville, Clinton Co., and John R. White (1819-1884) of Gregg & Walker Twps., Centre Co. I have found an early Christopher Weiss/White family in Montgomery and eastern Berks Co. with names that match, but can't make any solid connection. Looking forward to hearing from you. Important Note: The author of this message may not be subscribed to this list. If you would like to reply to them, please click on the Message Board URL link above and respond on the board.