Any Metschillens searching in Montgomery Co.? 1796, July 24 - Wilhelm & Elisabeth ENGERT are sponsors for the baptism of Sara, dau. of Wilhelm & Elisabeth Metschillen. Gerre Engard Byrd --- Outgoing mail is certified Virus Free. Checked by AVG anti-virus system (http://www.grisoft.com). Version: 6.0.504 / Virus Database: 302 - Release Date: 7/24/03

Does anyone have a "Mary/Maria UNKNOWN" in their database? I'm digging deep now. In 1790, she was living around lots of FITZWATERS. In 1779, her husband was renting from John WHITCOMB; 1783 he buys land from Gideon & Isabella BRIGHT. Is she a SCHLATTER? Is she a CLEAVER? Who are her parents? Descendants of Maria/Mary UNKNOWN 1 Maria/Mary UNKNOWN b: 1749 d: Abt. January 12, 1812 Burial: January 12, 1812 Boehm's Reformed Church, Blue Bell, Whitpain Twp., Montgomery Co., PA +John ENGARD b: May 16, 1744 m: Bef. 1768 d: March 27, 1787 Burial: Aft. March 27, 1787 Boehm's Reformed Church, Blue Bell, Whitpain Twp., Montgomery Co., PA 2 Adam ENGARD b: Bef. 1770 +Susanna UNKNOWN m: Bet. February - April 1789 2 Anna Maria "Anne" ENGARD b: January 10, 1781 d: Abt. 1812 +Christian ENGLE b: Abt. 1777 in GERMANY m: November 25, 1802 in Germantown, Philadelphia, PA d: Aft. 1850 2 Catherine ENGARD b: February 24, 1783 +Jacob NEW/NEU b: Abt. 1782 m: January 26, 1808 in Germantown, Philadelphia, PA 2 Anna Maria "Mary" ENGARD b: Bef. February 1787 d: Bef. 1800 Gerre Engard Byrd --- Outgoing mail is certified Virus Free. Checked by AVG anti-virus system (http://www.grisoft.com). Version: 6.0.504 / Virus Database: 302 - Release Date: 7/24/03

Still looking for ENGARD information. I am particularly interested in Will or Estate papers for PETER ENGARD and wife ISABELLA who died 1820 or later, probably in Montgomery Co., PA. 1776 - Assessment for Upper Dublin INGHART, Peter (listed as a "single" man) 1790 - Federal Census, Montgomery Co., p. 166. ENGARD, Peter (Peter (2) is listed w/ brothers Philip, Jacob, Henry, Wm., & nephew, Philip, (Jr.) 1 male over 16, 1 male under 16, and 2 females. 1 male 1 male 2 females 1800 - I CANNOT FIND HIM. 1810 - Federal Census, Montgomery Co., Upper Dublin Twp. p. 224/193 Peter Engard listed. 10002 - 01101 1 male under 10 2 males 45 & up 1 fe 10-16 1 fe 16-26 1 fe 45 & up 1815 - Peter is a "witness" on the Will of Alexander MCDOWELL? IS "ISABELLA" a MCDOWELL? 1820 - Federal Census, Montgomery Co., p. 158 (on same page as Jacob, Nicholas, & William). ENGHART, Peter 000001-00001 At 21 or older in 1776,Peter is thought to have been born by 1755. He is married to "Isabella" per deeds. DO YOU HAVE AN "ISABELLA _______" IN YOUR DATABASE who could have married Peter ENGARD? Can anyone help? Gerre Engard Byrd --- Outgoing mail is certified Virus Free. Checked by AVG anti-virus system (http://www.grisoft.com). Version: 6.0.504 / Virus Database: 302 - Release Date: 7/24/03

I HAVE NO FURTHER INFORMATION. I AM NOT RELATED IN ANYWAY. FYI. The Topeka Capital-Journal Topeka, Shawnee County, KS Wednesday - July 30, 2003 Paul A. Clemmer Paul A. Clemmer died peacefully Monday morning after a two-month bout with cancer. He was born Aug. 9, 1923, to Elwood and Mary Clemmer in Norristown, Pa. Paul grew up with his siblings: Robert (deceased), Greg (deceased), Cathy Heijermans and Margaret Roberts. While stationed at Forbes Air Force Base he met Melba Worswick and they were married Jan. 25, 1945. This union was blessed with four daughters: Diana Carpenter, Oak Park, Ill., Dana Brennan and Deborah Eberline, both of Topeka, and Mary Lowery, Silver Lake. Paul also is survived by his grandchildren: Scott and Carrie Carpenter, Michael and Marcy Brennan, and Amanda Stricker, Noel Benjamin, Timothy and Alexandra Eberline, and Angela Schnee, Joshua and Sean Lowery. He also is survived by five great-grandchildren. For many years Paul and Melba served he community as the proprietors of Clemmers Furniture Store on Topeka Boulevard. He became a master craftsman of furniture repair and continued to do so until the time of his diagnosis. He also was an avid "boater" who thoroughly enjoyed building and racing RC boats, winning regularly and bringing a national championship to the Topeka Boat Club. Paul was a World War II veteran. At the age of 14 while attending church in Norristown, Pa., Paul had a life-changing encounter with Jesus Christ. It was his faith that directed him in all of his relationships and work. Because of his life and testimony, others have come to faith. Many also have benefited from Pauls teaching, counsel and leadership in churches where he has served. A funeral service will be at 11 a.m. Thursday, Aug. 28, at Penwell-Gabel Mid-Town Chapel. Mr. Clemmer will lie in state at the funeral chapel after noon Wednesday, Aug. 27, where visitation will be from 6 to 8 p.m. The family requests that memorials be given to the Midland Hospice, 200 S.W. Frazier, Topeka, 66606; or to Topeka Bible Church, Building Fund, 1101 S.W. Mulvane, Topeka, 66604.

I also have a relative in West Laurel Hill Cemetery and if someone is visiting there, maybe they could do a “two-for”. Thanks to anyone who volunteers. Sue Ambler Tucson, AZ [email protected]

Hello List, I really need a favor from someone on this list who visits West Laurel Hill Cemetery. I have written to them and they did send me the names of the family members who are burried in the family plot there but half of the dates are not recorded. I have the plot number and there are only nine graves. I think the birth and death dates are on the headstones. I figure it can't hurt to ask a favor of someone who is going there anyway to write the names and dates down and email them to me. Hoping to hear from someone, Margo [email protected]

When I sent for records from West Laurel Hill Cemetery I got one not connected with my family. The Names are: 1. William Allison Jr. 2. Hannah Wood 3. Margaret Wood Allison 4. Henry Wood 5. Anna Allison Wood 3/9/36 5. Mary Allison 7/8/43 Any one who would like this record please email and I will send. Margo

Valerie: I have Abington Presbyterian Church Records book from 1714-1864. There are some RENOLDS/REYNOLDS listed but no John. However I did find a marriage for a Hester FOSTER who married 5/23/1794 to Robert Davidson. Other FOSTERs listed are Rebekah, Thomas, Pamela, Mary, Julian, Franck, and John. Do any of these people seem to belong to your group? There was a Joseph REYNOLDS to married Hannah TOLAND 9/1/1796. Other REYNOLDS listed are Agnes, Robert, Sarah and Joseph. Also early spellings of the surname was RENOLDS - Robert, Hannah, Elisabeth. Also BARREL shows spellings BERREL, BERRELL, BERRIL, BERRILL in this church book. There is a Hester BERRIL who married Nicholas LARZALERE on 3/26/1823. Not to confuse, I guess there were more than one with your names! Just thought I'd show what is in the Abington Presby Church book! Diana in AL ----- Original Message ----- From: <[email protected]> To: <[email protected]> Sent: Monday, July 28, 2003 9:33 PM Subject: [PAMONTGO-L] Reynolds, Foster, Barrel > I am looking for information on the Reynolds, Foster and maybe Barrel > families. According to a history of Northumberland Co, Pa, my husband's > Reynolds > started out in Montgomery Co.: > > John REYNOLDS b.1776 m. Hester FOSTER b. abt 1779. > Children: > William N. b. 1779 > Grace 1801 > George 1803 > Philip 1806 > Eliza 1808 > Henry 1810 > Hiram 1812 > > > William N. REYNOLDS b.Jan 20 1799 d.May 1, 1860 in perhaps Anthony Twsp, > Montour Co, PA. He is buried at Warrior Run Church in Turbot Twsp, PA > m. > Hester BARREL b. July 28 1703 d.July 27, 1877 in Turbot, Northumberland > Co, > Pa. She too is buried in Warrior Run > All the children were born in Northumberland Co. > > William lived for a time in Willow Grove, Montgomery Co. He also lived in > Schuykill Haven before farming in Anthony Twsp. He also lived in > Turbotville. > William was an innkeeper, farmer and shoemaker. > > Any suggestions where to hunt for this family? I haven't researched in > Montgomery Co and would like to make it my next genealogy trip. > > Valerie Reynolds > in NJ >

I am looking for information on the Reynolds, Foster and maybe Barrel families. According to a history of Northumberland Co, Pa, my husband's Reynolds started out in Montgomery Co.: John REYNOLDS b.1776 m. Hester FOSTER b. abt 1779. Children: William N. b. 1779 Grace 1801 George 1803 Philip 1806 Eliza 1808 Henry 1810 Hiram 1812 William N. REYNOLDS b.Jan 20 1799 d.May 1, 1860 in perhaps Anthony Twsp, Montour Co, PA. He is buried at Warrior Run Church in Turbot Twsp, PA m. Hester BARREL b. July 28 1703 d.July 27, 1877 in Turbot, Northumberland Co, Pa. She too is buried in Warrior Run All the children were born in Northumberland Co. William lived for a time in Willow Grove, Montgomery Co. He also lived in Schuykill Haven before farming in Anthony Twsp. He also lived in Turbotville. William was an innkeeper, farmer and shoemaker. Any suggestions where to hunt for this family? I haven't researched in Montgomery Co and would like to make it my next genealogy trip. Valerie Reynolds in NJ

1910: Charles Stoudt Age: 48 State: PA Color: W Enumeration District: 0109 Birth Place: Pennsylvania Visit: 0262 County: Montgomery Relation: Head of Household Other Residents: Relation Name Age Birth Place Wife Mary 42 Pennsylvania Daughter Mamie 16 Pennsylvania Son Willie 13 Pennsylvania Daughter Alice 10 Pennsylvania Son Milton 06 Pennsylvania Daughter Evelyn 02 Pennsylvania -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Elmer J Stoudt Age: 40 State: PA Color: W Enumeration District: 0198 Birth Place: Pennsylvania Visit: 0140 County: Lehigh Relation: Head of Household Other Residents: Relation Name Age Birth Place Wife Nieda C 37 Pennsylvania Daughter Mamie M 16 Pennsylvania Son Ralph R 13 Pennsylvania Son Forrest E 07 Pennsylvania -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Henry Stoudt Age: 47 State: PA Color: W Enumeration District: 0081 Birth Place: Pennsylvania Visit: 0008 County: Montgomery Relation: Head of Household Other Residents: Relation Name Age Birth Place Wife Amanda 45 Pennsylvania Daughter Mamie 13 Pennsylvania Son Warren 11 Pennsylvania Son John 08 Pennsylvania Mother Fannie 79 Pennsylvania 1 non-relative -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1920: Underkoffler, Manie Age: 28 Year: 1920 Birthplace: Pennsylvania Race: White Roll: T625_1605 Page: 5A ED: 95 Image: 0556 State: Pennsylvania County: Montgomery Township: Marlborough -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- ? Creek Rd. Jan. 7, 1920 Honner, Mary, head, 54, widowed, born in PA, parents born in PA, selector in cigar factory, Underkoffler, Mamie, daughter, 28, married, born in PA, parents born in PA, Geister, Harold, grandson, 3 1/12 or 3/12, born in PA, parents born in PA, Walter, Earl, grandson, 3/12, born in PA, parents born in PA, S Chrisman <[email protected]> wrote: I received this from a friend. Could you help me get information about her g-grandmother, Mamie Mae STOUDT b. August 13, 1893 - d.March 2, 1922 had one daughter. Second marriage to Underkoffler, had one daughter. She believes she was from Sumneytown area, Montgomery Co. Pennsylvania. Thanks in advance, Sally ==== PAMONTGO Mailing List ==== Composing your query (E-mail message) KISS- Keep It Short & Simple --------------------------------- Do you Yahoo!? Yahoo! SiteBuilder - Free, easy-to-use web site design software

Larry Byrn was Irish born,and his pension says he served 7 years in our Rev War,,OR,ROUGHLY,1776-83. And he married Elizabeth Baker Byrn, who out-lived him in Cincinnati. He seems poor enough for the 1st pension for need of 1814. He lived then within 1-2 miles from where President US Grant would be born in 1822. Pt Pleasant,Monroe Township,Clermont Co,Ohio, and within sight of Campbell Co,Ky. 2-3 of his children married well. Nancy m Hon David Fisher,1846 US Congressman,and religious debater. Another son,Phillip m Col Presley Neville's daughter. Col,and his father,Gen John Neville,lived sw f Pittsburg . And at Neville,Ohio. i'D THINK Lawrence,"Larry' Burn was born Catholic in Ireland. He had no priest closer than Cincinnati-30 miles,in Ohio. ________________________________________________________________ The best thing to hit the internet in years - Juno SpeedBand! Surf the web up to FIVE TIMES FASTER! Only $14.95/ month - visit www.juno.com to sign up today!

Hello... I posted this years ago, but maybe someone can shed some light on my elusive ancestor, Jacob Larkin....This has been *bugging* me for year. This is what I know about him: He was born between 1800-1810, according to the 1830 census for Marlborogh Twp. He died in Sumneytown in a mill accident on 2 June 1835. According to his daughter, Sarah's death certificate Jacob's wife's last name was Krause. He is listed as serving in the War of 1812 in the Montgomery Co. History by Bean (Private, 52nd Regiment, 3rd Co, First brigade, 2nd Division -Captain John Wentz). I have checked as many sources as I can and I can't seem to find out where he is buried, his parents names or even where he was from prior to marriage. I've gone through most of the Schwenkfelder records and can't connect his wife to him in any way. It seems as if he just dropped out of the sky. I do know that his daughter, Sarah, born 20 March 1832, was the wife of John Fitzgerald. I have loads of information about this family, but nothing about Sarah prior to marriage. Does anyone have any suggestions for me? Or even better yet, has anyone researched this family? I appreciate any help you can give me. Much Thanks, Sharon Smith The morning cup of coffee has an exhilaration about it which the cheering influence of the afternoon or evening cup of tea cannot be expected to reproduce. ~Oliver Wendell Holmes, Sr., "Over the Teacups," 1891 --------------------------------- Do you Yahoo!? Yahoo! SiteBuilder - Free, easy-to-use web site design software

I received this from a friend. Could you help me get information about her g-grandmother, Mamie Mae STOUDT b. August 13, 1893 - d.March 2, 1922 had one daughter. Second marriage to Underkoffler, had one daughter. She believes she was from Sumneytown area, Montgomery Co. Pennsylvania. Thanks in advance, Sally

In todays paper the following obit appeared. If your interested please contact me for the full obit at : [email protected] GROSS, Marguerite Bridget ( );84; Clairton PA>Helendale CA; Californian; 2003-07-24; mts Mary

In a message dated 7/21/2003 8:46:09 AM Pacific Standard Time, [email protected] writes: > Does anyone know where the cemetery is located? Thanks in advance. > EDEN MENNONITE MINE HILL RD&CEMETERY LN SCHWENKSVILLE PA 19473 Kassie

Ref: Town and Country Newspaper Pennsburg, Montgomery County, PA Saturday - July 11, 1903 LOST BOTH FEET TO SAVE PET DOG Mrs. Henry SCHWALM, living on a farm at Pinegrove, stepped in front of a Mower to save her pet dog from being cut to pieces. The horses shied and started, and Mrs. SCHWALM's two legs were cut off above the ankles. The dog was uninjured. Her life is despaired of. FRACTURED ARM IN FALLING Gertrude COVELY, of Bally, while descending a hill, tripped and fell. She tried to stay herself with the right hand and in so doing splintered the bone of the fore-arm above the wrist. Dr. O.S. BERKEY reduced the fracture. SERIOUSLY ILL FROM BLOOD POISONING Opening a pimple on his face resulted in blood poisoning for M.N. FREDERICK, of Schwenksville. He is seriously ill. SHOT A LARGE CARP A carp measuring 29 inches and weighing 12 1/2 pounds was shot in the Perkiomen near Palm by G.H. WARTMAN of East Greenville. EYESIGHT DESTROYED BY CANNON CRACKER Frank GREENWALD, aged 14 years, son of a well-known druggist of Pottsville, is blind the result of an explosion of a cannon cracker. NEW WHEELWRIGHT AT PENNSBURG The undersigned has opened a wheelwright shop in the Althouse Carriage Factory. All work will receive prompt attention. Repairing of heavy wagons a specialty. Give him a call. John R. KULP, Pennsburg, Pa. FOR SALE OR RENT The Pleasant Run store is for sale or rent. This is a good business stand. Post Office in the building. Possession can be had at once. Call or address G.W. GERHART, Pennsburg, Pa. ADVERTISEMENT A prize willing pair at more than one show, has been materially assisted by their Handsome Harness and many of these sets have come from our shops. We are dealers in all kinds of harness, except the kind that does not give satisfaction. That made of stock of doubtful quality is never offered. Our prices will encourage you to buy. R.E. JACKSON, Red Hill, Pa.

Regarding my previous post of yesterday, I am posting the following so it can be accessed through the archives... Montgomery County ss. The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, to John Hollowbuch, John Fry, David Evans, (__) Evans, John Barlow, James Evans and Jacob Shaid (sic) "Whereas, at the Orphans' Court held at Norristown, in an for the county of Montgomery, the 15th day of April in the year of our Lord one thousand eight hundred and thirty-four before the honorable John Fox Esquire, President Judge, and the Honorable Esquires, his associates, Justices of the same Court. The Petition of Catharine Davis, widow of John Davis late of the Township of Limerick in the said County deceased, and Benjamin Davis, Elizabeth Davis, John Logue and Susanna his wife (late Davis) David Davis, William Davis, Michael Davis, Catherine Davis and Isabella Davis, by their guardians, David Allabach, and Nathan Davis, was presented: Setting Forth that the said John Davis lately died intestate leaving a widow, the above named petitioner, and issue nine children, the petitioners above named, to wit Benjamin, Elizabeth, Susanna (the wife of John Logue), David, William, Nathan, Michael, Catharine and Isabella Davis, the last six named of whom are still in their minority, and that the said intestate died..." and continues on, but is illegible, regarding the real property owned by John Davis at the time of his decease. I hope this is of use to someone, Georgia Whitson

Ref: Town and Country Newspaper Pennsburg, Montgomery County, PA Saturday - July 11, 1903 BIRTHDAY PARTY George W. MELCHIOR, pantaloon manufacturer of Bally, was tendered a pleasant surprise on Friday evening in honor of this 39th birthday anniversary. The ??? consisted entirely of his employes, who presented him with a fine book-case which was greatly appreciated by him. Mrs. MELCHIOR furnished the party with ????ents and supper. EDDINGER's ????? furnished choice music. Those present were: James MILLER and family, ?????us D. SPAAR and family, Mr. and Mrs. Leo ECK, Mary and Annie EDDINGER, ??ella BAUER, Mamie and Rosa SELL, ???ry STANGIER, Mamie GILBERT, Ella ?CHELL, Lillie MELCHIOR, Mary MELCHIOR, Allice and Emma REPPERT, Kate BAVER, Bella ELINE, Dora WINGERT, Gertrude MUTTER, Katie, Agnes and Rosa BAUER, Katie KASE, Lizzie COVELY, Mary CLAUSER, Katie BECHTEL, Gertrude BENDER, Annie GEISINGER, Lizzie HENRY, Mrs. David BAUER, Telara STAUFFER, Minnie SCHELL, William CLARANCE, Raymond and Nicholas BAUER, John COVELY, John CLEMMER, Frank and James REICHARD, James SCHIERY, William MILLER, James EDDINGER and Edward SCHIERY. FAMILY REUNION A family reunion was held at the home of Edward SPAAR, Sr., near Bally, when Mr. SPAAR's children and grand-children were nearly all present, besides a large number of friends and neighbors. Those present were: William FICHTER and family, Edward DEYSHER and family, Calvin MILLER and family, Mr. and Mrs. Welly STETLER and sister of Mrs. STETLER, Fred. LAMBACH, Frank SPAAR, Lewis ELINE and Thomas KEHS, all of Allentown; Estella, daughter of Edward SPAAR, of Philadelphia; Earnst WAULLER, family and mother, of Emaus; Edward SPAAR, Jr. and family, David SPAAR and family, Mrs. Frank BOWER and children, Augustus D. SPAAR and family, Ella SCHELL, Mamie SELL, Leo WINGERT, Elias and Nicholas SCHWOYER, Frank ELINE, Peter MILLER, Jacob ELINE, Mr. and Mrs. George LONG, all of Bally; Jonas QUIGLEY, Eugene RHOADS, and Wm. ZIEGENFUS, of Dale. Henry COVELY, of Pottstown, furnished them with select banjo music. OUTING OF ST. MARK'S CHOIR The choir of St. Mark's Lutheran church took its annual outing on Wednesday evening. Their trip was made to Schwenksville with Miller's Topsy to which four horses were attached. They were the guests of John U. HENDRICKS, of the Schwenksville Hotel, who served them, as he so well can, with an elegant supper. The members of the choir enjoyed the trip very much and at a seasonable hour started on their homeward trip, but one was left. The party included the following: Mr. and Mrs. Harvey SCHWENK, Frank REITER, Misses Mae WAAGE, Lotta KERN, Sarah WEIL, Frank GRABER, Misses Lizzie BOBB, Gertrude ANDERS, Gertrude WELKER, Mr. and Mrs. Isaiah ZIEGLER, Mr. and Mrs. George E. HEVENER, Miss Josephine HILDEBRAND, Miss Estella ADAMS and Arthur KRAUSE. GRAIN CUTTING PARTY Frank ADAM had a grain cutting party on Monday evening. Twelve men were employed. They cut and bound 5 acres in about 3 hours time. Mr. ADAM was well satisfied with the work done. ENGAGING SNAP SHOTS Misses Erma BIERY and Katie BAUER, of this borough, spent the 4th in Philadelphia. Milton FILLMAN, of Red Hill, caught a bass on Saturday, at KRATZ's dam measuring 23 inches and tipping the scales at 5 pounds. Mr. and Mrs. George DAY and family, of this borough, left on Monday for Springett, York county, to spend several months. John SUMMERS, of Philadelphia, is spending a week's vacation with his parents in this borough. Elmer BREININGER, of this borough, left for Philadelphia, on Monday. Randall KELLER, of East Greenville, spent Saturday and Sunday in Philadelphia and Atlantic City. Amos SCHULTZ and Walter STRUBLE, of East Greenville, spent the 4th at Philadelphia and Coney Island. Fred ZIEGLER, of this borough, accompanied by Miss Christiania CONRAD, spent Saturday and Sunday with friends in Reading. Rev. and Mrs. J.G. DUBBS, of Coopersburg, spent the week with relatives and friends in these boroughs. Frank ORTT, of Brooklyn, N.Y., spent the week with his parents in this borough. Lee HILLEGASS, of Philadelphia, spent the 4th with friends in this borough. Mrs. Laura NUSBAUM, of Lehighton, spent a week in this borough with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Samuel SUMMERS. Wayne and Paul SMITH, of Philadelphia, spent the 4th with relatives and friends in these boroughs. George ORTT and family, of Egypt, visited Mr. and Mrs. Stephen ORTT, the parents of the former, during the past few days. John KULP, of Reading, on Tuesday moved into that portion of the Lohren cigar factory which has recently been converted into a dwelling. Mr. and Mrs. J. COLE, of Philadelphia, spent the 4th with Mr. and Mrs. E.K. BECHTEL, of East Greenville. Mrs. Ella WEIDMAN, of this borough, spent Saturday and Sunday with her parents in Emaus. Misses Ida STERNER and Emma TRUMP, of Allentown, spent Saturday and Sunday with Harvey SWENK and family, of this borough. Thomas STYER, of Philadelphia, spent the 4th with his brother Edwin, of this borough. Charles HERSH, of Philadelphia, spent Saturday and Sunday with the family of William BITTING, of this borough. John MILLER, of Philadelphia, was the guest of his uncle, Daniel MILLER, of near Geryville, on Sunday. John ARNDT, of Quakertown, a former resident of Pennsburg, and U.S. mail carrier between this place and Quakertown when the route was still in force, was noticed in town on Saturday. Misses Amelia and Lizzie BAUM and Lewis BITTING, of Philadelphia, were the guests of Dr. and Mrs. W.H. HUNSBERGER of this borough over the 4th. Mrs. V.H. STECKEL, of this borough, and Miss Alice WELKER, of Red Hill, are visiting friends at Spring Mill, Pa. Miss Vinnie MENSCH, of this borough, accompanied her sister, Mrs. SHIMER, to Bethlehem, on Thursday to make a stay of a few weeks. Miss Annie TREXLER, of Allentown, spent the week with the family of Dr. Henry BOBB, of East Greenville. Mr. and Mrs. Samuel H. MENSCH of Norristown attended the funeral of Mrs. Dr. J.G. MENSCH, of Pennsburg on Monday. Butcher Granville GERHARD, of this borough tried to catch a falling butcher knife and accidentally grasped the blade, cutting his hand very badly. Lewellen and Layton SCHWENK and William CONNER, of Philadelphia, were the guests of Mr. and Mrs. Harvey SCHWENK on Sunday. Rev. C.E. SANDT, of Allentown, will preach in St. Mark's Luther Church on Sunday evening. This is the last evening service for the summer. Augustus FIZLEN and wife, of Philadelphia, paid a visit to C.A. TITLOW and family, of this borough, this week. They made the trip with an Automobile. Miss Mary ZIEGLER, of East Greenville, was on Tuesday morning taken to a Philadelphia Hospital, by Dr. Alfred GERY, of Palm. Miss ZIEGLER will have an operation performed. J.L. DIMMIG, of East Greenville, made a business trip to Philadelphia, on Monday. J.J. WALTER, of this borough, made a business trip to Allentown on Friday. Hon. John A. WENTZ, of Fort Washington, was a visitor in this borough on Friday.

Trying to trace the descendants of Michael Friess and Catharine Nied as well as the Nied line.. Believe they were likely in Montgomery County because that's where Michael and Catharina's children were born and/or baptised... According to records of the New Hanover Lutheran Church, the children were Maria Catharina, Elizabeth, Hanna, eva and Johann George. Michael and Catharina were married in the Augustus Lutheran Church in Trappe, Montgomery County on October 28, 1760. Can anyone help with the children's marriages or their descendants? Thanks in advance .... Ray Friess

I've "rescued" a group of photographs belonging to the STOWE, BODIE, HALLWELL, and READING Families of Pennsylvania. The first photograph is one of Mary STOWE BODIE taken at the Horning Studio in Philadelphia, PA. Written on the back of the photograph is "My own Dear Mother, died Jan 19 1908" "Daughter Mattie". The photograph was probably taken in the 1880's with Mary appearing to be in her 50's at the time. The second photograph is one of "Mother HALLWELL" taken at the Saiber & Haeberle Studio in Philadelphia, PA. The note on the back of this photograph is "Mother HALLWELL and her beloved son Peter L. HALLWELL, God Bless them all, they were good to me" "Mattie READING HALLWELL, March 1942". This photo was likely taken in the 1890's with the subject appearing to be in her 50's or 60's at the time. The third photo is one of "Himie" taken at the Grier Studio in Philadelphia, PA when he was just 6 years of age. The note on the back says "My beloved little Himie age 6 years" "Mother". This photo was also probably taken in the 1880's sometime. The handwritten notations on the back of the photographs appears to have been made by the same hand. I'm assuming that Mattie referenced on the backs of both photographs is the same person, though I'm not sure of her surnames. Was she BODIE at birth, then READING by marriage, and then HALLWELL after a second marriage? With limited research I find Mary BODIE with a daughter Mattie L. BODIE b. 1860 living in Whitpain, PA during the 1880 census. Mary's husband was William A. BODIE and had a second daughter Lizzie W. BODIE age 17 at the time of the census. I'm guessing that this is the correct BODIE family. The HALLWELL name is a bit difficult to read on the back of the photographs, however, I can't seem to come up with a better option so I'm assuming that HALLWELL is correct. I'm hoping to find someone from this family so that these wonderful old photographs can be returned to the care of family. If you are a member of this family or know someone who might be, please contact me. Thanks, Shelley