I'm searching for the Walker Brothers, or descendants thereof,: William, George, James & John, who were the sons of: Elizabeth S. Parantau (1844-1870) and John W. Perkins (1839-1897). The parents were born, raised and died in Amsterdam, NY. I assume that the sons were too. I know that James Walker had a son, James Jr. No other information available. Please contact me should you have any information on the above individuals. Thank you. ADRIENNE (PERKINS) GELLER

Searching for descendants of Edward J. Perkins, Son of Ella J. Perkins(1847-1928) and Joshua Perkins (1846-1921), both of Amsterdam, NY. I assume that Edward J. Perkins was born there also. Any information, please contact me. Thank you. ADRIENNE (PERKINS) GELLER

Pleased to hear from any others with this interest. Lyn in Tasmania

Interested in this name from LONDON, ENGLAND. Pleased to hear from others. Lyn in Tasmania

I am interested in this name from Co. Louth. Pleased to hear from any others with this interest. Lyn in Tasmania

Does anyone have info on Hitemans, Heitmans? John Hiteman came to New York State from Sand, Germany, in 1868. He was the son of Conrad and Katherine Hiteman, who did not emigrate. John's brother, Henry, also emigrated to the U.S. John and Henry were in the leather business (owned a tannery) in West Winfield, NY, for many years. My atlas does not show a place called Sand in Germany. Maybe someone could explain why. Jayne [email protected]

DUNCAN, Helen Augusta; 1853 – 1900 NY > MI > FL TOLES, Frank Hartely; 1848 – 1933 MI > FL > CA TOLES, Nathan; ca 1828 – MI Jan Steck in Vina, California [email protected] "I'm grouchy 'cuz I'm good at it."

CROW, James; 1812 – TN CROW, Mary Jane; 1843 – 1933 TN > FL GIBBS, Elizabeth; ca1810 – aft 1836 IL > KY >TN? JAMES, Mary Elizabeth; ca1800 – NC RAMSEY, Hester Elizabeth; 1819 – NC > TN SWAIN, Charles Jahue “CJ”; 1836 – 1916 KY >TN >FL SWAIN, Charles; ca1816 ? KY >TN? Jan Steck in Vina, California [email protected] "I'm grouchy 'cuz I'm good at it."

Free Genealogy Software I had a pleasant surprise at a local store several days ago. The CompUSA store near my home is giving away free copies of one of the most powerful genealogy programs available today (according to Compuserve's Genealogy Guru Dick Eastman). The word "free" is perhaps a bit questionable; but nonetheless, the final cost to consumers is zero. ALL CompUSA stores are selling The Ultimate Family Tree for Windows for $59.99. The same store also offers an "in store instant rebate" for $14.99 which has to be asked for sometimes (if they ring it up for the $59.99 regular price- have them check with their national headquarters at 1-800-278-4685 and verify that the skew # - 188406 - for the Ultimate Family Tree gives an instant rebate with ALL CompUSA stores thru Oct. 6, 1998). Therefore the purchaser must pay $45.00 to the cashier instead of $59.99. The store also has rebate forms printed by Palladium Interactive, producers of the Ultimate Family Tree. The buyer can fill out the form and mail it, all along with the cash register receipt and the UPC symbol from the box, to an address in Arizona. A few weeks later a check arrives in the mail for $45.00. That amount is the same amount handed to the cashier. Therefore, the final cost is zero (except for sales tax in your State for $45). Comment from Compuserve's Dick Eastman their Genealogy Guru: I have never been able to define which program is the "best" genealogy program for use by everyone. Different people have varying skill levels and interests, and I don't believe there is any one genealogy program that is perfect for everyone. However, if I were to create a list of today's top three or four genealogy programs, the Ultimate Family Tree by Palladium Interactive certainly would be on that list. It is one of the most powerful genealogy programs available today. For more information on the Ultimate Family Tree Program, look at: http://www.ultimatefamilytree.com/. Tim Spradling

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I would like to exchange information with other researchers following these lines: Crampton, Cramton, Alford, Hoton, Keltner, Kelchner. [email protected]

I have come into a large collection of unidentified photographs from a distant cousin. One of them is of Mattie Harrison Deroche of Hot Springs, Arkansas. The woman's clothing, from what I can tell, appears to be late 19th century or very early 20th. I believe that she is related in some way to Richard A. Harrison (1829-?) of Knox County, Tn, or possibly his son John H Harrison (1860-1940)who migrated to Mansfield, Tx, in the late 19th century. If this person's name is familiar, please contact me directly. Debbie Painter

John R. BURKHOLDER (1860-1934) was born in Hamilton, Ontario, Canada. He married Barbara (?) and came to America. His Declaration of Intent was filed in Marion County, Kansas. He was a Mormon Missionary and a farmer. I am looking for his wife's maiden name and any other available information. Thanks, Randy

I am doing a one name study of HEISTERKAMP. If you are a Heisterkamp, related to a Heisterkamp, or know a Heisterkamp, I'd appreciate hearing from you. Thanks. Charles Heisterkamp, III [email protected]

Several OBERSTE brothers, from the area of Wenholthausen and Eslohe, Germany (Prussia) were reported to have come to the USA to escape being tried as poachers. I am interested in any information you may have about these brothers or possible descendants. Thank you. Charles Heisterkamp, III [email protected]

Sam HERMAN and his wife, Florence, emigrated from Germany about 1880. They settled in Roxborough, (Philadelphia), PA. Sam was successful as a contractor - was murdered after being here several years. Four children, Harry, Florence, Sam, and Irene were born. SAm and Harry were raised by a relative(s) - unknown. Florence & Irene were raised in an orphanage. I am seeking further information on this family and their ancestors. Thank you for your help. Charles Heisterkamp, III [email protected]

William VOGT (parents Carl & Augusta VOGT) was born in Hanover, Germany, as was his wife Bettie Lange (sister-Frederika). They came to the USA about 1860. Two children, Augusta DOB 20 Dec 1866, and Henry, DOB 15 Dec 1874, were born. I am interested in learning about the ancestors of William VOGT and Bettie LANGE. Thanks for your help. Charles Heisterkamp, III [email protected]

About 1860, two LANGE sisters, Bettie and Frederika, came to the USA from Hanover, Germany. Bettie LANGE was married to William VOGT. Frederika was married to Frederick WORSTER (sp? WOORSTER). Frederick WORSTER came from Basel, Switzerland. Frederika and Frederick had one daughter, Anna who married (???) HAY. Anna died in 1916; her husband predeceased her. Anna's will included several relatives. An uncle Christian WOORSTER, an aunt Adelaide GEIRE (or GEIER(E) and a cousin Minnie SCHUMACHER. Also mentioned were Fred GEIER(E), William GEIER(E) and Fred WOORSTER. Any information on these folks or their relatives would be greatly appreciated. Thanks Charles Heisterkamp, III [email protected]

Frederick WORSTER / WOORSTER (Basel, Switzerland) and his wife Frederika LANGE (Hanover, Germany) came to the USA about 1860. They had one child, Anna who married a person named HAY. Christian WORSTER / WOORSTER, an Uncle, and Fred WORSTER / WOORSTER, a cousin are mentioned in Anna's 1916 Last will & testament. Information on this WORSTER / WOORSTER family would be appreciated. Thanks. Charles Heisterkamp, III [email protected]

I am doing a one name study on OBERSTE. If you are an OBERSTE, are related to an OBERSTE, or know an OBERSTE please contact me. Thanks. Charles Heisterkamp, III [email protected]