I've "rescued" a group of old photographs belonging to the DAVIS Family of Pennsylvania. Based on limited research I was only able to locate census information for Edgar SWIVEL which might be of assistance and have included that information below along with details of the photographs: 1. Ann E. DAVIS, taken at the R. R. Tiffany Studio in Indiana, PA, 1870's, girl about 4 years old, note "1867-1956" 2. Charles Curtis DAVIS, taken at the R. R. Tiffany Studio in Indiana, PA, 1870's, boy 1-2 years old 3. Anne DAVIS, Cora ROBERTS, Ellen HOWELLS, and Ed SWIVEL, taken at the L. B. Kline Studio in Huntingdon, PA, dated 1896, three girls in teens or 20's, man in 20's or 30's, note - Anne DAVIS in this photo may not be same person in earlier photo 1900 census of Huntingdon Boro, PA: Edgar E. SWIVEL, age 35, born Aug 1864, married 4 years, born PA, parents born PA, a Barber Cora E. SWIVEL, wife, age 30, born May 1870, married 4 years, no children, born PA, parents born PA + 1 servant + 1 boarder 4. & 5. Ann E. DAVIS, no studio or location, girl about 5, 1870's, likely same girl in earlier Indiana, PA photo, note "from Mother's little album" - 2 of the same photo 6. Amelia HOWELLS, taken at the T. T. Spence Studio in Ebensburg, PA, 1870's, infant 7. Calling card for Helen Curtis DAVIS I am hoping to locate someone from this family so that this wonderful group of old photographs can be returned to the care of family. If you are a member of this family, or you know someone who might be, please contact me. Thanks, Shelley

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: fiwar Surnames: Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.pennsylvania.counties.indiana/2186.2235.2239.2244/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Breisons No. 3, near Urey, Banks Twp., Indiana Co., PA [A coal company patch shanty town near Urey, Banks Twp., Indiana County, Pennsylvania.] [There was a mine and shanty town near Urey called No. 3.] Kopylick, John (Slavonian Miner, Pick Miner ca.1912, Urey No. 5 Mine, Indiana Co., PA, Age 26, single.); (Killed. Instantly killed by a fall of coal at the face of heading stumps, in the Urey No. 5 Mine, October 3, 1912.) Info. from the "Dept. of Mines of Pennsylvania Report for 1912" Ray Washlaski, Editor of "The Old Miner" 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: MaryAnnOpet Surnames: Pierce/Peirce, Cathcart, Reeves, Schreckongost, Penrod Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.pennsylvania.counties.indiana/6483.1/mb.ashx Message Board Post: I would be interested in what you find as well, as James is my gggreat-granduncle, youngest brother of my gggreat-Grandmother, Lydia Ann Pierce. I know Nancy passed away sometime between 1860 and 1867 as James was married to second wife, Rachel B. Reeves by sometime in 1867 at the latest. James and Nancy had four children that I am aware of, Harriet, Nancy Jane, Clark L. and Henry M. Pierce, but I only have approximate birthdates for them, 1849, 1854, 1857 and 1859, respectively. The bio also notes Harriet married a "Schreecongost" and Nancy married a D. Penrod, both found in the 1880 census, Harriet with David "Schreckenghost" with 5 children, Jane and Daniel Penrod with 2 children, but nothing on any other descendants. I have an approximate birthdate on Nancy Jane of 1825, but you have 1827 and if you have this confirmed in any way, I would like that information. My names for James' family are based in part on a brief bio for James B. PEIRCE posted on one of the India! na county websites, and some census transcriptions. I have not taken a big look at this branch yet, so I will have to come back around for a good search and will pass on what I find. How do you relate to this part of our family? In peace, MaryAnn 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: lindseyguldner Surnames: Pierce Cathcart Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.pennsylvania.counties.indiana/6483/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Looking for information on Jane Cathcart b. 1827 married to James B. Pierce b. 1825. Jane is listed in several censuses as Nancy J, presumably Nancy Jane. 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: vccook Surnames: Brink Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.pennsylvania.counties.indiana/6482.1/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Just might happen to have something for you. contact me; vccook@verizon.net Bill Brink was my brother in law.. 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: thump62 Surnames: Brink, Wolenski, Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.pennsylvania.counties.indiana/6482/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Hoping to find parents of Anthony Brink born 1859 in Poland and Died 1905 in Glen Campbell Pa. Married to Josephine Wolenski, Father of Vernie and Edward Brink 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: PamelaGray23 Surnames: Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.pennsylvania.counties.indiana/2655.1.1.1.1/mb.ashx Message Board Post: George, Please contact me at p.pamela1@worldnet.att.net so that I can send you the scanned photos of the registry. I can tell you that Anthony Oleskow died 16 Aug 1928 and was buried 19 Aug 1928 at St. Michael's Cemetery. Pam 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: grwarholic Surnames: Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.pennsylvania.counties.indiana/2655.1.1.1/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Pam, Yes, I would appreciate what info you have and will update my info on St. Michaels's Cemetery. George 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: rbchopper Surnames: Classification: death Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.pennsylvania.counties.indiana/6481/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Indiana Gazette NEWPORT NEWS, VA -In loving memory of Glenda Ann Craig, born and raised in Washington, N.C., who later resided in Newport News, VA. She was peacefully called to heaven by her Savior on December 28, 2009. Se sustained her family, and she was truly the ROCK to us all. She was a devoted wife of 50 years, and a loving mother and grandmother. She is survived by her ture love and husband, Robert Blair Craig of Dixonville, PA.; two sons, Jeff and Rober; her grandchildren, Casey, Kyle, Ryan, and Christopher. three great-grandchildren; and her sister, Patricia Jones. The family will receive friends at 3 PM, Sunday, January 3, 2010, at Amory Funeral Home, Grafton, VA. 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: PamelaGray23 Surnames: Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.pennsylvania.counties.indiana/2655.1.1/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Thank you for listing St. Michael's Cemetery. I found one of my relatives. I wanted to let you know that one of the Unknown gravesites is that of my great grandfather, Anthony (Antonius) Oleskow. The family was poor and was probably not able to purchase a headstone. I have confirmation from The Church of the Resurrection (Formerly several parishes) with one of the former parishes being St. Michael's Church in Glen Campbell. I have a copy of the line from the written registry of deaths and burials if you are interested. Just thought I would let you know that one of the unknowns is now known. Don't know which one though. Pam Gray 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: KRay68 Surnames: Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.pennsylvania.counties.indiana/6480.3.1/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Thank you so much; exactly what I was looking for. 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: KRay68 Surnames: Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.pennsylvania.counties.indiana/6480.1.1/mb.ashx Message Board Post: THANK YOU FOR YOUR HELP 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: PGP1910 Surnames: Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.pennsylvania.counties.indiana/6480.3/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Indiana Evening Gazette, June 19, 1947 Pg. 2 DURMITT, died in her late home in Rayne township, Indiana County, Wednesday morning at 10:55 o'clock. She was a daughter of Daniel H. and Susannah Buterbaugh Ruffner and was born February 16th, 1856 in Rayne township. Mrs. McDurmitt was the widow of James M. McDurmitt, who died in 1900. She is survived by four daughters: Mrs. Emory S. Williams, Vandergrift; Mrs. Maude Taleos, Mineral Ridge, Ohio; Mrs. Clara Hand, Newport, Ky., and Mrs. Gertrude Shuster, Lake Milton, Ohio. Eleven grandchildren, eleven great grandchildren and three greatgreat-grandchildren also survive. The deceased was a sister of Mrs.Amanda J. Brown, Indiana and Mrs.Hulda Bryan of Home, Pa. She was a member of the Ruffner church near Tanoma and lived her entire life in Rayne township. Friends will be received in Robinson's 36 N. 7th St., after 7:00 o'clock this evening and from 10:00 to 12:00 a. m. Friday and from 4:30 to 10:00 Friday evening. Services will be held Saturday afternoon at 2:00 o'clock in the Ruffner church. Interment in the Ruffner cemetery. 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: franny01 Surnames: Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.pennsylvania.counties.indiana/6480.2/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Tipton Burns McDermott, a well-known contractor, died at his home in West Bolivar on March 21, aged about 48 years. His death was caused by cancer of the stomach. He ws born in this county and located in Bolivar in 1889. He is survived by his wife and the following children; William, Charles, Rose and Virgie McDermott and Mrs. Thomas Forsythe, all of Bolivar. His mother, five brothers and two sisters also survive. the interment was made in westview cemtery on Thursday. Monday April 3, 1905, Indiana County Gazette (Indiana, Pa) 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: franny01 Surnames: Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.pennsylvania.counties.indiana/6480.1/mb.ashx Message Board Post: The Indiana Democrat , Indiana Pa, March 11, 1903 Found Dead in the River. James McDermott, who was formerly landlord of the Central Hotel in this place, and afterwards removed to East Vandergrift, was found dead in the Kiskiminetas river near Leechburg, on last Wednesday. The death of McDermott is surrounded by considerable mystery, and his friends suspect foul play, as he had a big cut on his forehead when found. McDermott was on the election board and left his home on the evening of election to carry the returns to Greesburg, where he received his money. He was supposed to have been seen between Saltsburg and West Apollo on a west bound train, but since nothing had been heard of his whereabouts. The body was taken to an undertaking establishment where a Coroner's inquest ws held Thursday and on Friday brought to this place and conveyed to Onberg, where it was interred in the Dunkard cemetery on Saturday. James McDermott, was a son of Marshall McDermott, of Rayne twp., and was about 58 years old. He is survived by his parents who live at Onberg, by his wife and five children, and six brothers, Henry and Peter of Nicktown; William, who resides in the West; Tipton, at Bolivar; George, residence unknown, Marshall, Brushvally, and Mrs. C. H. Lindsey, of this place, and Mrs. John Fry of Graceton. 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: KRay68 Surnames: McDermott/McDurmitt, Cunningham, Salsgiver, Adams Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.pennsylvania.counties.indiana/6480/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Research at the Indiana County Hist. & Gen. Soc. shows James McDermott (1855-1903) s/o Marshall L & Mary (Salsgiver) McDermott married Martha Jane Cunningham (1856-1947)d/o John & Agnes E (Adams) Cunningham prior 1880. 1880 census shows Martha enumerated in her parents home under the name Martha McDermot. I cannot find James in this census. Recently I found a James & Martha Jane McDurmitt, with the birth & death years as shown above, buried in Ruffner Cem, Rayne Twp, Indiana county, Pennsylvania; The entry for this cemetery shows Martha Jane's maiden name as Ruffner. Further research shows there was a Martha Jane Ruffner born about the same time as M J Cunningham who did marry a James McDermott. Does anyone have an obit for James McDermott/McDurmitt (dod 18Feb1903) or Martha Jane McDermott/McDurmitt - sorry I do not have a full date, just the year 1947. I have found a widowed Jane McDermott in the 1920-1930 census of Westmoreland County, Pennsylvania. My assumption is she died in either Westmoreland or Indiana county Pennsylvania. I feel an obit for either James or Martha Jane would possibly give Martha's maiden name & help answer my questions. 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.

Indiana Evening Gazette, June 19, 1947 Pg. 2 DURMITT, died in her late home in Rayne township, Indiana County, Wednesday morning at 10:55 o'clock. She was a daughter of Daniel H. and Susannah Buterbaugh Ruffner and was born February 16th, 1856 in Rayne township. Mrs. McDurmitt was the widow of James M. McDurmitt, who died in 1900. She is survived by four daughters: Mrs. Emory S. Williams, Vandergrift; Mrs. Maude Taleos, Mineral Ridge, Ohio; Mrs. Clara Hand, Newport, Ky., and Mrs. Gertrude Shuster, Lake Milton, Ohio. Eleven grandchildren, eleven great grandchildren and three greatgreat-grandchildren also survive. The deceased was a sister of Mrs.Amanda J. Brown, Indiana and Mrs.Hulda Bryan of Home, Pa. She was a member of the Ruffner church near Tanoma and lived her entire life in Rayne township. Friends will be received in Robinson's 36 N. 7th St., after 7:00 o'clock this evening and from 10:00 to 12:00 a. m. Friday and from 4:30 to 10:00 Friday evening. Services will be held Saturday afternoon at 2:00 o'clock in the Ruffner church. Interment in the Ruffner cemetery. ----- Original Message ----- From: <gc-gateway@rootsweb.com> To: <PAINDIAN-L@rootsweb.com> Sent: Sunday, January 10, 2010 4:04 PM Subject: [PA INDIANA] McDermott/Cunningham families-Rayne Township > This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. > > Author: KRay68 > Surnames: McDermott/McDurmitt, Cunningham, Salsgiver, Adams > Classification: queries > > Message Board URL: > > http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.pennsylvania.counties.indiana/6480/mb.ashx > > Message Board Post: > > Research at the Indiana County Hist. & Gen. Soc. shows James McDermott (1855-1903) s/o Marshall L & Mary (Salsgiver) McDermott married Martha Jane Cunningham (1856-1947)d/o John & Agnes E (Adams) Cunningham prior 1880. > > 1880 census shows Martha enumerated in her parents home under the name Martha McDermot. I cannot find James in this census. > > Recently I found a James & Martha Jane McDurmitt, with the birth & death years as shown above, buried in Ruffner Cem, Rayne Twp, Indiana county, Pennsylvania; The entry for this cemetery shows Martha Jane's maiden name as Ruffner. > > Further research shows there was a Martha Jane Ruffner born about the same time as M J Cunningham who did marry a James McDermott. > > Does anyone have an obit for James McDermott/McDurmitt (dod 18Feb1903) or Martha Jane McDermott/McDurmitt - sorry I do not have a full date, just the year 1947. I have found a widowed Jane McDermott in the 1920-1930 census of Westmoreland County, Pennsylvania. My assumption is she died in either Westmoreland or Indiana county Pennsylvania. I feel an obit for either James or Martha Jane would possibly give Martha's maiden name & help answer my questions.

Barb, Here is a chart on one of many websites that explains it!! http://www.islandregister.com/cousin.html Jack -----Original Message----- From: paindian-bounces@rootsweb.com [mailto:paindian-bounces@rootsweb.com] On Behalf Of Barb Lorensen Sent: Friday, January 08, 2010 4:26 PM To: Cambria County; Clearfield County; Indiana County; Somerset County; Westmoreland County Subject: [PA INDIANA] question What does it mean when a person says.. He's my 2nd cousin, twice removed.? Thanks Barb ------------------------------- To unsubscribe from the list, please send an email to PAINDIAN-request@rootsweb.com with the word 'unsubscribe' without the quotes in the subject and the body of the message

Thanks Jack -------------------------------------------------- From: "Jack McNees" <k4ijq@comporium.net> Sent: Friday, January 08, 2010 3:54 PM To: <paindian@rootsweb.com> Subject: Re: [PA INDIANA] question > Barb, > > Here is a chart on one of many websites that explains it!! > > http://www.islandregister.com/cousin.html > > Jack > > -----Original Message----- > From: paindian-bounces@rootsweb.com [mailto:paindian-bounces@rootsweb.com] > On Behalf Of Barb Lorensen > Sent: Friday, January 08, 2010 4:26 PM > To: Cambria County; Clearfield County; Indiana County; Somerset County; > Westmoreland County > Subject: [PA INDIANA] question > > What does it mean when a person says.. > He's my 2nd cousin, twice removed.? > > Thanks > Barb > > ------------------------------- > To unsubscribe from the list, please send an email to > PAINDIAN-request@rootsweb.com with the word 'unsubscribe' without the > quotes > in the subject and the body of the message > > > > > ------------------------------- > To unsubscribe from the list, please send an email to > PAINDIAN-request@rootsweb.com with the word 'unsubscribe' without the > quotes in the subject and the body of the message >

What does it mean when a person says.. He's my 2nd cousin, twice removed.? Thanks Barb