I found this today on another site from Canada. Karen recently asked a few questions on the Mosher line.  There is another very helpful book published and costs very reasonable: "100 Day Voyage to Freedom" - Descendants of Nikolaus and Gertruda  compiled by Ronald Barkhouse & Vernon S. Keddy. Details on shipping and purchasing can be forwarded to address below Vernon Keddy (bvkeddy@ns.sympatico.ca). I have no personal financial interest in the promotion of this book, but it is a work of art and has answered so many of my questions. D. Rafuse-Barkhouse Dartmouth, NS

Nancy Jo, I have some books and census for Nova Scotia's Pictou Co if that will help I cn do some lookups. Nancy MacKay Hattox

Nancy, Just type in the province (name) and Census. Then check pages from "Canada". Bonnie ----- Original Message ----- From: "NTMAURO" <NTMAURO@ETCMAIL.COM> To: <RIGENWEB-L@rootsweb.com> Sent: Saturday, March 04, 2006 7:10 AM Subject: [RIGENWEB] Anyone in Canada ? > Is there anyone that would have access to some canadian records? Census > probably... > > > > > Nancy Tourjee Mauro > Genealogy is the gift that gives for generations. > www.Tourjee.net > > > -- > No virus found in this outgoing message. > Checked by AVG Free Edition. > Version: 7.1.375 / Virus Database: 268.1.1/273 - Release Date: 3/2/2006 > > > ==== RIGENWEB Mailing List ==== > Support RootsWeb Genealogical Data Cooperative: http://www.rootsweb.com/ > Surname Helper Search http://cgi.rootsweb.com/surhelp/srchall.html

Hi Nancy - The 1901 Canadian census is on line at the national archives of Canada site, but it is not indexed. http://www.genealogy.gc.ca/06/06_e.html There is an ongoing project by volunteers to index the 1901 that can be accessed here - http://automatedgenealogy.com/census/ I think it is almost complete. there are also a bunch of other databases on line at the first site. There is a link on the page for the microfilm numbers of the the other available census years. Automated genealogy is also indexing the 1911 which is available - unindexed- at the archives site above. There is a 1906 census of the Northwest territories [alberta, saskatchewan, manitoba] there too. There is an index to the 1871 Census of Ontario [head of household] at the archives - http://www.collectionscanada.ca/02/020108_e.html And a good page with other census links here http://www.islandnet.com/~jveinot/cghl/census.html There are a bunch of mailing lists at rootsweb for the different areas of the country. Lisa llepore@comcast.net ---- Original Message ----- From: "NTMAURO" <NTMAURO@ETCMAIL.COM> To: <RIGENWEB-L@rootsweb.com> Sent: Saturday, March 04, 2006 8:10 AM Subject: [RIGENWEB] Anyone in Canada ? > Is there anyone that would have access to some canadian records? Census > probably... > > Nancy Tourjee Mauro > Genealogy is the gift that gives for generations. > www.Tourjee.net >

Have you gone to the internet for Canadian Archives? Also family search has the 1881 census . Marjorie in SC

continued from part 3. "On June 26th, Sunday, the crisis appeared to be approaching rapidly. About 3000 soldiers had then been mobilized in Providence, and, on that day, the military leaders began to move the companies in the direction of Chepachet. Many prominent Suffrage sympathizers visited Dorr in his stronghold and urged him to disperse his men and call the whole thing off, but this he refused to do. On Monday, the militia companies stationed in Pawtucket had considerable trouble with a mob that gathered on the Massachusetts side of the bridge, and one report of the whole affair states that one man was killed and two wounded during the rioting at that point. It was first planned by the government military leaders to surround the camp of the insurgents, at a distance of five miles, and have regiments numbering about 500 men each approach by four different roads. A thirty-two pounder was brought up to rout the rebels fro their fort. Not knowing, however, how many of the citizens might be held prisoners in the camp, and realizing that such captives would be exposed to any kind of a bombardment, plans were changed and orders were issued to rush the camp and capture as many prisoners as possible. Descriptions of the actual capture of Dorr's encampment ware rather conflicting, principally because the State had more historians than did the rebel cause, and historians have a habit of describing things in the light of their own sentiments and allegiances. But from a wealth of rare Dorr War papers and trial records now in the possession of the author, it seems fair to state that the taking of the Dorr fort was an unnecessary gesture, and anti-climax to the whole affair, because Mr. Dorr on the 27th of June issued an order to his followers abandoning the cause and disbanding his troops. The copy of this order, dispatched to Providence for publication, was intercepted and held by the authorities, while several military squadrons were sent out to Chepachet in order to capture as many men as possible before they could get home to their families." continued in part 5.

continued from part 4. "There was now no doubt but what the 'Emigrant' had finally located fertile whaling grounds. Hardly a day passed without at least one whale being sighted, and sometimes as many as half a dozen. They were all sperm whales, however, and were much more difficult to capture than the common variety known as 'right' whales. In the second week of September, the 'Emigrant' log relates the unusual capture of five handsome specimens. Such good fortune was short-lived, for the next successful encounter was not recorded until some three months later, on December 5, 1845. For nearly a year the 'Emigrant' continued its wearisome cruise throughout the vast expanse of the Eastern Indian Ocean, trying in vain to capture more of the valuable 'kings of the sea', but only the winds of ill-fortune filled her cumbersome sails and, bitterly disappointed, Captain Sherman ordered the ship homeward-bound in the early fall of the year 1846. Circling the Cape of Good Hope, ever on the watch for stray whales to fill out their lean cargo, the men became more and more cheerful as each day brought them nearer to home and the loved ones they had left behind. After sailing off the coast of West Africa for several months the 'Emigrant' headed for the shores of North America, and, early in the morning of January 29, 1847, the joyous shout came from the crow's nest, 'Thar's old Block Island, boys, arisin' to the larboard'. Two days later the little bark sailed into Bristol harbor, and a welcoming cheer of both joy and thankfulness arose from the crowded wharves as one of the seamen yelled the good news at the top of his voice, 'All safe, none lost.' Thus ended the last successful voyage of the whaling bark 'Emigrant', for the next year she again set out for the Indian Ocean, this time from the busy port of New Bedford. She was found tossing about in a hungry sea, bottom up, with all hands, in the words of Irving, 'gone down amidst the roar of the tempest; their bones lie whitening among the caverns of the deep. Silence, oblivion, like the waves, have closed over them and no one can tell the story of their end.' "

continued from part 2. "Finally, Dorr returned and established his headquarters at Chepachet, where his friends began to assemble from all parts of Rhode Island. A fort was constructed on Acote Hill, and, within this barricade, the Commander-in-Chief entrenched himself and there organized his forces numbering about six hundred men. At the same time, the other side prepared well for hostilities. Brigades were called out and the General Assembly declared the State under martial law. Approximately 1500 Law and Order troops paraded the streets of Providence, on June 25, and, the following day, Governor King issued a proclamation warning all persons 'against any intercourse or connection with the traitor, Thomas W. Dorr or his adherents, and commanding Dorr and his followers to disperse.' Can you picture the excitement of those days? Providence looked like a military camp. Banks and most places of business were closed; college, schools and churches were thrown open for the use of the soldiers; steamboats and trains were speeding here and there carrying troops; patrols were stationed on all principal streets; heated arguments often ended in bloodshed; valuables were being hastily hidden; no one trusted his neighbors, families were suddenly divided over the issues; some hoped for a rebel victory; others prayed for peace -- it was civil war, the most tragic form of armed conflict." continued in part 4.

Is there anyone that would have access to some canadian records? Census probably... Nancy Tourjee Mauro Genealogy is the gift that gives for generations. www.Tourjee.net -- No virus found in this outgoing message. Checked by AVG Free Edition. Version: 7.1.375 / Virus Database: 268.1.1/273 - Release Date: 3/2/2006

Hi Betsey, According to the Mosher genealogy there were 9 children: Daniel, Joseph,Nicholas, Daniel, James, Hannah, Ann, Mary and Rebecca. I do not have a lot more but am sure someone will. Anothre place to try is the SDB list as there are many Maxson/Mosher descendants there. Donna > > From: Betshergill@aol.com > Date: 2006/03/03 Fri PM 03:17:58 EST > To: RIGENWEB-L@rootsweb.com > Subject: Re: [RIGENWEB] Mosher > > I have had no response as to the children or parentage of Hugh and Rebecca > Mosher. I am still interested in learning their names as I believe one is my > ancestor. Thanks Elizabeth in FL or espond to betshergill@aol.com. > > > ==== RIGENWEB Mailing List ==== > Search the RIGenWeb Mailing List http://www.rootsweb.com/~rigenweb/mailsrch.html > RIGenWeb Surname And Query List http://www.rootsweb.com/~riwashin/state/qryindex.htm > >

I have had no response as to the children or parentage of Hugh and Rebecca Mosher. I am still interested in learning their names as I believe one is my ancestor. Thanks Elizabeth in FL or espond to betshergill@aol.com.

James Congdon b. 1686 as his 3rd. wife.....married Mary (Taylor) Hoxie and her 2nd spouse.... Does anyone have her death date and did she have any Congdon children....I have her birth date as 23 Nov. 1703 and died after 1755... Nancy Tourjee Mauro Nancy, I thought you had a copy of my book, but perhaps not. The family of James and Mary (Taylor) (Hoxsie) Congdon is on pages 609-610. The last reference I found to Mary in the Charlestown records was when her earmark was recorded, 21 June 1758. The earmark was transferred to Augustus J. Lewis on 4 June 1787. So those two dates should bracket her date of death. Based on James Congdon's will dated 11 Sep 1757 (anyone with a copy of my book please correct this date that I mis-typed), she had three children by James: Robert, Susannah, and Phebe. Robert d in 1805, leaving no children. He voted with the minority in Charlestown on 24 May 1788, voting YES for the adoption of the new Constitution of the United States. He m Abigail Browning. Susannah m Timothy Peckham. There family is shown on page 410. Phebe died young according to Congdon Chronicle. Bill Wright

I am now working on a project to publicize the need to preserve old records for historians and genealogists. Does anyone on the list PERSONALLY know any Rhode Island newspaper reporters or radio reporters that I might contact ? Please email me off the list at robinyoung@earthlink.net. Many thanks, Robin

Anyone know more about the RHODES family of Johnston, RI, William and Reuben, perhaps buried in Johnston Historical Cemetery # 68?? check out this story, by Johnston Historical Society member Steve Merolla: "The Pen-Knife Murders" http://www.johnstonsunrise.org/johnstononline/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=141&Itemid=30

A generic question. Peter Taylor appears in the 1810 census at Bristol - i do believe he is the ONLY Taylor present at Bristol and can anyone identify him ??? died at Bristol ? thanx, Jack Scott

continued from part 1. "Governor Dorr then prepared to realize his long hoped for ambition. Knowing the seriousness of the matter resting in his hands, he traveled in other States for a time, securing promises of military aid in case he needed it, to establish suffrage in Rhode Island. Then he came back to Providence in much the same manner that some leaders of the people have marched into tottering European capitals. After a short period of organizing and planning, the conqueror assembled enough armed supporters and sympathizers to make an attack upon the old arsenal on Benefit Street, but this historic coup d'etat proved to be a flat failure. After the mobs had dispersed, and Thomas Dorr had returned to his headquarters on Federal Hill, following the collapse of the arsenal expedition that took place during the night of May 17, 1842, there was a brief period of comparative quiet, both in proceedings and excitement, although the Law and Order Party continued to drill and prepare for war. Dorr soon fled the State after an attempt to arrest him had failed, and on June 8, Governor King offered a reward of $1000 for the arrest and return of the rebellious leader. Then rumors spread that out-of-state pro-Dorr groups were planning to invade Rhode Island. Cannons were stolen, or secreted in several places, by friends of Dorr. A powder house was broken open and a large quantity of ammunition carried away and hidden. Guns were taken from ships, wharves and warehouses, and, on one dark and stormy night, a band of about fifty mounted marauders appeared in Warren intending to steal the field pieces belonging to the local militia company. But, they broke open the wrong building, and before they succeeded in locating the objects of their search, the alarm was sounded and the horsemen were compelled to flee. Incidents such as these left no doubt in the minds of the citizens that, sooner or later, a renewed attempt would be made by Dorr and his men to take over the State." continued in part 3.

from the Providence Institution for Savings "The Old Stone Bank" History of Rhode Island, Vol. III by John Williams Haley, "The Rhode Island Historian" published by Providence Institution for Savings, 1939. pp. 201 - 203: "THE BATTLE OF CHEPACHET. In 1840, the population of Rhode Island had grown considerably, and by the latter part of that year, the question of a State Constitution to replace the King Charles Charter, still in force, began to assume a serious nature. It was contended by many that something was needed to establish a new and fair basis for representation in the General Assembly. Under the existing franchise, which allowed voting privileges to freeholders alone, many of the most capable men in the State were debarred from office holding or voting. In fact, only about ninety-five hundred out of the total population were voters. The first opposition to this state of affairs came in the organization of suffrage societies in the cities and towns. Thus began a long bitter struggle, that found, in May 1842, little Rhode Island supplied with two organized political governments each claiming the exclusive right to the exercise of legislative functions. The People's Party composed of those who wanted to change the existing order of things declared their constitution was the supreme law of the State and proceeded to nominate their own State officers for election, naming for Governor, Thomas W. Dorr, the militant leader of the movement to liberalize voting rights. An election was held, peaceably enough; and shortly afterwards, the regular election of the Landholders under the old charter also took place. Governor King was reelected. Then the question of which party was to rule was brought to the boiling, or should one say, the bursting point. The People's Party, or Dorr's forces, held their inauguration at the old Hoyle Tavern and directed their officers to take possession of the State House and all public property. With the danger of violence imminent, the Landholders twice applied to the President of the United States for military and finally received assurance of support from the national government." continued in part 2.

Hi again Nancy, I forgot to mention that the Congdon book did not have anything about Benjamin Smith. Donna > > From: "NTMAURO" <NTMAURO@ETCMAIL.COM> > Date: 2006/03/02 Thu PM 02:08:52 EST > To: RIGENWEB-L@rootsweb.com > Subject: [RIGENWEB] CONGDON/SMITH > > Benjamin Smith last 1700's married Hannah Congdon....possibly from the > North Kingston/So. Kingstown area.. > Is anyone researching the Smith's from this area? > > > Nancy Tourjee Mauro > Genealogy is the gift that gives for generations. > www.Tourjee.net > > > -- > No virus found in this outgoing message. > Checked by AVG Free Edition. > Version: 7.1.375 / Virus Database: 268.1.1/272 - Release Date: 3/1/2006 > > > ==== RIGENWEB Mailing List ==== > Search the RIGenWeb Mailing List http://www.rootsweb.com/~rigenweb/mailsrch.html > RIGenWeb Surname And Query List http://www.rootsweb.com/~riwashin/state/qryindex.htm > >

Hi Nancy, I have been trying to sort out the various Smiths for ages but have not been able to unravel all of them. Your other post asked for Mary taylor, 3rd wife of James Congdon. According to Earl Crandall's Congdon book, she and James had 3 children: 1. Robert Congdon, born 1741/42 at Charlestown. M. to Abigail Browning on 8 Mar 1770 at South Kingstown. She was born 1749, "at or near Washington County". Robert died in Feb of 1805 and was buried 8 Feb 1805 at Charlestown. 2. Susannah Congdon born 1743/44 died 5 Aug 1813 3. Phebe Congdon born 1746/47 at Charlestown, died after 1755 as a child. She was alive when her father made his will. There is nothing further for the death date for Mary except that she died after 1755. Hope this helps, Donna Potter > > From: "NTMAURO" <NTMAURO@ETCMAIL.COM> > Date: 2006/03/02 Thu PM 02:08:52 EST > To: RIGENWEB-L@rootsweb.com > Subject: [RIGENWEB] CONGDON/SMITH > > Benjamin Smith last 1700's married Hannah Congdon....possibly from the > North Kingston/So. Kingstown area.. > Is anyone researching the Smith's from this area? > > > Nancy Tourjee Mauro > Genealogy is the gift that gives for generations. > www.Tourjee.net > > > -- > No virus found in this outgoing message. > Checked by AVG Free Edition. > Version: 7.1.375 / Virus Database: 268.1.1/272 - Release Date: 3/1/2006 > > > ==== RIGENWEB Mailing List ==== > Search the RIGenWeb Mailing List http://www.rootsweb.com/~rigenweb/mailsrch.html > RIGenWeb Surname And Query List http://www.rootsweb.com/~riwashin/state/qryindex.htm > >

continued from part 4. "The attack took place the next day. Many hours before Dorr had decided not to fight it out and spill innocent blood in what he then knew was a hopeless attempt, spies brought the news of the great numbers of government troops surrounding his fort on all sides, and he realized that he had little chance for victory, outnumbered as he was. Dorr left with his bodyguard in the evening. The Law and Order troops arrived the next morning. As the leading columns approached the rebel position, located upon an elevation facing down the main road, six artillery pieces could be seen with muzzles pointed down the road. The advancing troops were ordered to halt; a scouting party sent out to reconnoitre was promptly faced with muskets from behind the barricade. Then the whole force advanced, entered the enclosure, and captured the position with little resistance. The artillery loaded with ball and scraps of iron was found undisturbed, no one apparently having the courage to apply the match when the troops were within range. About one hundred prisoners were captured, only two men were killed, the leader was far away by that time --- the war was over. Closely following one account of what happened thereafter, we find that, while all this was going on, great anxiety prevailed throughout Providence, a death-like stillness pervaded every household. At last, an express rider rushed into towns gasping 'Dorr's fort has been taken and but two men killed.' The same as on November 11, 1918, 'the glad news swept through the city with lightning rapidity, and delight and joy seized upon the hearts of the people; the young leaped and laughed in exultation; and the aged wept in their excessive joy.' Few days had elapsed when it was announced that the troops from Chepachet return with their trophies and prisoners. Thousands of ladies, as the account reads, 'assembled in the streets through which the returning heroes passed.' "