Hi Shelley, I've "rescued" an old photograph identified as Adam HOLM of Delaware, Iowa which was taken at the W.F. Kilborn & Co. Studio in Cedar Rapids, IA. The photograph appears to have been taken in the 1880's with Adam looking to be in his 30's or 40's at the time. Thanks to the help of the Delaware County Genealogical Society I believe that this is a photograph of the Rev. Adam HOLM b. Dec 1839 in Scotland and d. 31 July 1926 at Britt, IA. Adam HOLM married Anna J. TAYLOR b. Apr 1845 in PA, sometime in 1885 or early 1886. I think that you've just helped me solve a 15 year old mystery. There is a lady, a Hattie L. Kester, buried in the Grandview Cemetery at Fayette, Fayette Co., IA, who listed an Emmett Hill and an Adam Holm as next of kin. These names are listed in the sexton's records of the Grandview cemetery. When I saw your message, it was like someone hit me upside the head with a two by four. Hattie died from consumption (tuberculosis), on 1 March 1889. Hattie never married. Now, Hattie's sister Dora, married Emmett Franklin Hill, and Emmett's parents are also buried at Grandview, but until you posted your message about the photo, I've been trying to figure out who in the sam heck Adam HOLM was. Now I know. Look at the photograph's signature. Hattie's sister Addie married Kingston Palmer Kilbourn. Slightly different spelling, but part of the same clan I'm sure. They were all in that part of Iowa in the 1880's. Hattie's sister Beulah Ann married my grandfather's brother, Edwin Joseph Taylor. Possibly related to Adam Holm's wife. I'm still only ankle deep in my TAYLORs. Too many of them, and extremely difficult to sort out. Thank you for this new avenue of pursuit. I will delve into it with gusto! I'd be thrilled if you would even scan the photo and send me a digitized image of it. Thank you. Chuck Taylor Austin, TX E-mail: [email protected] Fayette County Iowa Genweb Lookup Volunteer Board Administrator: [email protected] http://hometown.aol.com/AusChuck/index.html http://www.geocities.com/Heartland/Valley/5689 http://www.familytreemaker.com/users/t/a/y/Charles--L-Taylor

I am looking for a male Taylor who descends form Bird Taylor who would be willing to have a DNA test performed. Bird and his descendants thru the early 1900's lived in Washington/Smyth Co, VA with short forays into Pike Co, KY. Many still reside in the SW VA area but I have not been able to find a male Taylor. Any help will be appreciated. I have listed below the known male relatives, I'm sure there are more, with estimated birth dates which were obtained from census information. Any help out there????? Burgess "Bird" Taylor, born ca 1800 Sons of Bird: Thomas, born 1839 Alexander, born 1836 Isaac B, born 1846 John R, born 1823 William M, born 1828 Grandsons of Bird: John, born 1868 William, born 1866 James W, born 1870 John A, born 1873 Bryant, born 1879 William A, born 1849 John B, born 1853 Joel, born 1859 Burgess, born 1858 Thomas J, born 1867 Rush F, born 1874 John H, born 1863 Thomas M, born 1857 William K, born 1847 Bird, born 1849 Conley, born 1854 John Henry, born 1856 Joseph, born 1868 Great grandsons of Bird: John W, born 1877 John M, born 1883 Samuel, born 1872 William H, born 1875 John R, born 1885 Victor, born 1875 Steven Alexander, born 1863 Thanks, Ron Dawson Johnson City, TN

I've "rescued" an old photograph identified as Adam HOLM of Delaware, Iowa which was taken at the W.F. Kilborn & Co. Studio in Cedar Rapids, IA. The photograph appears to have been taken in the 1880's with Adam looking to be in his 30's or 40's at the time. Thanks to the help of the Delaware County Genealogical Society I believe that this is a photograph of the Rev. Adam HOLM b. Dec 1839 in Scotland and d. 31 July 1926 at Britt, IA. Adam HOLM married Anna J. TAYLOR b. Apr 1845 in PA, sometime in 1885 or early 1886. Rev. Adam HOLM was the principal of the Epworth Seminary in 1873 and became the Methodist Church minister in Delhi, IA from 1882-1885. In 1886 the HOLM family was living in Stacyville, IA which appears to be where their first child, Donald Alvord HOLM was born, 8 Nov 1886. The couple also had a daughter, Rachel B. HOLM born about 1892. Anna J. TAYLOR HOLM was visiting her sister Mrs. J.M. HOLBROOK in Manchester, IA in 1886 when it appeared in the local paper. Mrs. J.M. HOLBROOK died 9 Aug 1923 in Council Bluffs, IA noting that she was formally of Manchester, IA. In 1900 the HOLM Family was living in Fairfax, IA including Rev. HOLM's Mother-in-law, Albina SAMBORN. In 1920 Adam & Anna HOLM were living in Redondo, CA with their daughter's family. Rachel's married name was ANDERSON though no spouse was listed in the household. Rachel ANDERSON is listed with three male children, Donald age 5, Calvin age 3, and Francis age 1. I believe that Rachel's son Donald Holm ANDERSON b. 21 Apr 1914, died in Sonora, CA 26 January 2001 at age 86 and that his death was reported in the Modesto Bee on 30 Jan 2001. The second son, Calvin Hamilton ANDERSON b. 1 May 1916 in IA, died 15 May 1993. Calvin's death is listed in San Joaquin Co., CA, however, his place of residence was Columbia, CA. In 1930 Rachel's brother Donald A. HOLM is recorded in the census with his family in Hermosa Beach, CA. Donald's' wife is Gertrude E. WOKURKA b. 22 Feb 1892 and died 18 Jan 1964 in Long Beach, CA. At the time of the census they had two daughters, Marion age 11, and Mary M. noted as adopted with no age shown. Donald died in Los Angeles Co., CA on 30 Apr 1951. I'm hoping to locate someone from this family so that this wonderful old photograph can be returned to its rightful place with the family. If you are a member of this family, or know someone who might be, please contact me. Thanks, Shelley

M. J. wife of Charley Taylor born May 18, 1888 died Feb 7, 1912 gone but not forgotten #13 Buried Little Bethel Cemetery Pioneer Section Duncanville Dallas County, Texas I am transcribing Little Bethel and have no futher info. (sorry) I have the picture if anyone wants it please email at [email protected] and I will email it to you (free). Please add picture # (number) to request a picture so I can find it. Thanks Kistarain

L. J. Dutch Taylor 1910 Brother 1995 #12 Buried Little Bethel Cemetery Pioneer Section Duncanville Dallas County, Texas I am transcribing Little Bethel and have no futher info. (sorry) I have the picture if anyone wants it please email at [email protected] and I will email it to you (free). Please add picture # (number) to request a picture so I can find it. Thanks Kistarain

Mose A. Sarah Apr 25 1858 Oct 19, 1862 July 18 1931 Sept 2, 1954 Taylor Taylor #11 Buried Little Bethel Cemetery Pioneer Section Duncanville Dallas County, Texas I am transcribing Little Bethel and have no futher info. (sorry) I have the picture if anyone wants it please email at [email protected] and I will email it to you (free). Please add picture # (number) to request a picture so I can find it. Thanks Kistarain

Lemuel A Taylor Born Mar 18 1899 Died Dec 23 1978 #10 Buried Little Bethel Cemetery Pioneer Section Duncanville Dallas County, Texas I am transcribing Little Bethel and have no futher info. (sorry) I have the picture if anyone wants it please email at [email protected] and I will email it to you (free). Please add picture # (number) to request a picture so I can find it. Thanks Kistarain

Laura Vance wife of C. T. Taylor Sept 11 1888 Oct 1 1915 she was too good too gentle and fair to dwell in this cold world of care gone but not forgotten Buried Little Bethel Cemetery Pioneer Section Duncanville Dallas County, Texas I have the picture if anyone wants it please email at [email protected] and I will email it to you (free).

Author Clint Taylor June 9 1891 Apr 19 1968 gone from our home but not from our hearts foot stone <A.C.T.> Buried Little Bethel Cemetery Pioneer Section Duncanville Dallas County, Texas I have the picture if anyone wants it please email at [email protected] and I will email it to you (free).

Ethel Vance Wife of Author Clint Taylor Dec 2 1904 Aug 29, 1997 "Gone from our home but not from our hearts" Foot Stone <E.V.T.> Buried Little Bethel Cemetery Duncanville Dallas County, Texas I have the picture if anyone wants it, I will email it to you. (free) Please contact me at [email protected]

hello my new e-mail address is [email protected] If you have e-mailed anything in the last several days (4) I did not get it. My other e-mail address has cooties. Thanks, Margaret

Hi there Could sks please try to help me find the marriage & Birth details of these 2 people i have tried almost everything now HENRY TAYLOR born around 1837/1839 Ashton-Under-Lyne EDWINA TINKER born around 1838/1839 Ashton-Under-Lyne I have found some info on the 1871 Census in Yorkshire listed as visitors on the Census they have 2 Children Called MARIA TAYLOR aged 11 JAMES WILLIAM TAYLOR aged 8 both were born in Ashton-Under-Lyne many thanks Eric Thank you Eric Griffiths

Dear Taylor List Firstly I would like to thanks Diane for doing a fantastic job and reading the unreadable. She helped by volunteering with others to read the wills. They are very difficult - anyone wishing to have copies you are more than welcome. (Better than the Times Crossword). For reference I am sending this to the list in order that it shall be in the Taylor List Archive for future generations to use and read and make use of I hope? This concerns the 2 Wills of Robert Taylor and of William Taylor of Heckington, Lincolnshire. 1658. The Taylor's in this area were quite prolific and held much land. I believe these gentlemen to be GGGGGGGGGGF and GGGGGGGGGGGU respectively. I have been helped tremendously through the work or Denise Mell, whom I found is a relative but the line diverges 1812. These wills may prove interesting to various members of the list, and I hope may ring a few bells. They are in part related to the Linwood (America / Canada) Taylors, being the founder family. >>> In the name of God Amen. I William Taylor of Heckington in the County of Lincoln Ironmonger praysed be god being very weak of body but yet having my perfect sense and memories doe recommend my soul unto Almighty god and my Saviour Jesus Christ And my body to be buried within the parrish Church of Heckington, doe make and constitute this my last will and testament the seaventh daye of November in the year of our Lorde god one Thousand Six hundreth fiftie and seaven in manner and forme following I--------- I give unto my brother Robert Taylor All that farme wherein he now liveth which I purchased of John Browne gentleman with all the appurtenances thereunto belonging or in any wise appertayning and to him only for to dyspose on, according as he the said Robert Taylor pleaseth Item I give unto my said brother Robert All that part and parcelle of land that is now in the occupation of Richard Graves in as full and ample manner as I purchased the same of John Browne gentleman with all the appurtenances thereunto belonging or in any wise appurtaining And to bee at his disposeing according as he pleaseth Item I give unto my said brother Robert Taylor one windmill which I built on part of the land now in the occupation of the said Richarde Graves and to him only for him to dispose of as he pleaseth Item I give unto my said brother Robert Taylor All that Twenty acres of land and meadow in as fair and ample manner as I purchased the same of Henry D-h gentleman and fully to be at his disposeinge Item I give unto my said brother Robert Taylor, one (croft or close - I'm not sure of this word) abutting upon the fendikes north and uppon the land of Stephen Wills gentleman North and uppon the land of Abraham Farron Southward to him only in as fair and amply manner as I purchased the same of John Browne gentleman and for him to dispose of as he pleaseth Item I give unto my said brother Robert Taylor the said house (at this point the will is copied to another page and I think the clerk signed it at the bottom) And tenement I now live; with all the appurtenances thereunto belonging or in any wise appertayning and to him only for to dispose of as he pleaseth Item I give unto my brother Robert one cottage or tenement lyeing in Heynor in the County of Derby in as fair and ample manner as I lately purchased the same of Francis (Tantem) yeoman with all the appurtenances thereunto belonging or in any wise appurtayning and to him only for him to dispose of as he pleaseth Item I give unto my kinswoman Elizabeth Taylor Two hundred pounds of current English money to be paid unto her by my executor when as shee shall accomplish the age of twenty years but if the said Elizabeth dos not live to accomplish the age of twenty years that then the said two hundred pounds to returne to my executor and to him only. Item I give unto my kinsman William Taylor the sonne of my brother Anthony the somme of tenne shillings Item I give unto my brother Robert three pounds Robert William and Anthony Taylor the some of fieve shillings a piece to be paid within fouer months after my departure Item I give unto my two kinswomen Elizabeth Wilson and Mary Wilson to each of them tenne shillings a piece to be paid within fouer months after my departure Item I give to my sister Mary Taylor the summe of tenne shillings to be paid with in fouer months after my departure Item I give unto my sister Faith Browne the somme of five shillings to be paid unto her within fouer months after my departure Item I give unto Edmond Elliott and my three servants Robert L(ewis) Richard Browne and William Harper to each and every one of them ------ shillings a piece to be paid within four months after my departure. Item all the rest of my goods and chattels unbequeathed I give unto my brother Robert Taylor whom I do make my full and sole executor and in full testimony of this my last will and testament I have hereunto set my hand and seale the day and year --------- above written William Taylor These being witnesses Richard Browne Robert (Lewis) William Harper. This will was proved at London before the Judges for Probate of wills and granting administrations lawfully authorized this nineteenth day of February in the year of our Lord god one Thousand six hundred fiftie and seaven By the oath of Robert Taylor brother of the said deceased and executor in the said will named to whom was nominitted administration of all and singular the goods chattels and debts of the said deceased Hee being first by commission sworne --- ------ and fairly to administer. >>> In the name of God Amen I Robert Taylor of Heckington in the county of Lincoln yeoman, being infirm in body but of good and perfect memorie praised be God doo make this my last will and Testament in manner and forme followeing first I commend my soule into the hand of Almighty God my onely Creator and to Jesus Christ my onely Saviour and Redeemer and my body to be buryed in the Parish Church of Heckington and as for my personall estate as followeth, first I give to William Taylor my brother my best suit of apparrell and cloake Item I give to my brother William's three children every one of them one Ewe and one lambe of those best I have within one month after my decease Item I give unto my sister Bridget Soull(Saull) such things as my mother Soull(Saull) gave to me, Item I give to my sister Elizabeth Goodyear one silver --------, Item I give to the poore of Heckington Tenn shillings to be paid within one month after my decease Item I give to Mary Atkin m Aunt Tenn shillings (There was only a letter "m") Item I give unto my wifes mother twenty pounds to be paid by my Executor Item I give unto Ann my loving wife all my land dureing her naturall life, and after her decease I give my said land to Robert Taylor and to his heirs forever being my brother William Taylor's sonn, which he had by Lucy his wife All the rest of my goods and chattels ungiven and unbequeath I give unto Anne my loving wife whom I make my whole and sole Executrix of this my last will and Testament my debte ------- and my funerall expenses dis----ryed In witness whereof I have hereunto Sett my hand and Seale the first day of February in the year of our Lord 1656. Robert Taylor his marke sealed and delivered in the presence of Tho. Nixon, John Goodyear Jr. Wm W---- This will was proved at London before the judges for probate of wills and granting Administrations lawfully authorized the seaventeenth day of November in the year of our Lord one thousand six hundred fifty seaven by the oath of Ann Taylor the ---- and sole Executrix named in the said will to whome Administration was Committed of all and singular the goods Chattells and debts of the said deceased, she being first sworn by Comission fairly to Administer >>> In the name of God Amen I Robert Taylor of Heckington in the county of Lincoln yeoman, being sicke of bodie but of perfect memorie God be praised doo publish and ordaine this my last will and Testament as followeth first I bequeath my soule into the hand of Jesus Christ my Redeemer and my bodie to be buried in the parish Church aforesaid Item I give to Frances my wife the house where I now dwell with all the profitts and appurtenances thereto belonging, and all other my land and tenemente whatsoever to her for and dureing her naturall life and after her decease my will is that Robert Taylor and Anthony Taylor my sonns shall possesse and enjoy the said dwelling house land and tenemente in as large and ample manner as ever I my selfe did farme who enjoy the same to the use and ------- of them two, their heirs and Assignes forever Item I give the aforsaid Robert Taylor my sonn one cow one black mayre and foale and one browne colt, Item I give to my sonn Anthony Taylor foure horses or mayres and also he shall have the use of my ---- or ---- or ploughes and their furniture and ------ my Executrix and to him not together the said Anthony is to have halfe the ----- ----- ploughes and furniture for them Also I give him one (cow) and my Executrix shall furnish him with ---- to sowe his next croppe It: I give to John Taylor my sonn twelve (pounds) Item to his sonn Robert Taylor fortie shillings Item to William Fox my son in lawe two shillings and to Bridget his wife five shilling It: I give the three children of the said William Fox to each of them forty shillings It: all the rest of my goods and chattels undisposed I give and bequeath to Frances my wife whom I doo constitute and appoint my sole Executrix of this my last will and Testament. In witness whereof I have set to my hand and seale the thirtieth day of July one thousand six hundred fifty eight Robert Taylor sealed and signed in presence of George Christopher John Jeffrey James Kil---- This will was proved at London before the judges for probate of wills and granting Administrations lawfully authorized the three and twentyeth day of April in the yeare of our Lord one thousand six hundred fifty (nine) by the oath of Frances Tayler Relect and sole Executrix named in the said will to whome was committed Adion of all and singular the goods chattells and debts of the said deceased, she being first sworn by Com:on fairly to Adster (the recorder used shorthand on this last part of the will) >>>>>> I hope that you find these translations interesting and that they are of use in any of your research. Please remember that this work has only been made possible by the brillaint work of Diane. I thank her most humbly for he work. (The spaces are unreadable) Gareth Taylor North Yorkshire Of the Lincolnshire Taylors (I shall also say for reference purposes - Great Hale, Hale Magna, Horbling, Heckington, Sleaford, Hale Parva, Little Hale, Pubs, ironmongers, Taylor, George Taylor 1815 - This is so a search can be made and the information found).

Let me fix my little mess up: Lemuel died sometime prior to 1880. His wife Mary is listed in the 1880 Census as a Widow, with the before mentioned children. Cheers, Michael ----- Original Message ----- From: "D Michael Johnson" <[email protected]> To: <[email protected]> Cc: <[email protected]> Sent: Tuesday, February 01, 2005 5:41 PM Subject: Re: Lemuel Taylor > It appears that Lemuel Taylor died sometime prior to 1876. His wife Mary > is listed in the 1880 Census for Colquitt County along with their children > Richard, Elisha, Susan and Lemuel Jr. > > In 1860 the family is living in Albany Township, Daugherty County, > Georgia. > > Lemuel in listed as Samuel, with wife M.A., and sons Robt., Richard, and > Jackson (who is listed as Elisha in 1870 Census). > > Three sons listed as born in Irvin County, Mary as born in Crawford > County, and Samuel (Lemuel) born in Boldwin County. > > Cheers, Michael > Kent Island, Maryland

It appears that Lemuel Taylor died sometime prior to 1876. His wife Mary is listed in the 1880 Census for Colquitt County along with their children Richard, Elisha, Susan and Lemuel Jr. In 1860 the family is living in Albany Township, Daugherty County, Georgia. Lemuel in listed as Samuel, with wife M.A., and sons Robt., Richard, and Jackson (who is listed as Elisha in 1870 Census). Three sons listed as born in Irvin County, Mary as born in Crawford County, and Samuel (Lemuel) born in Boldwin County. Cheers, Michael Kent Island, Maryland

Noticed - Asa GROCE" - is/was GROCE ever a variation of GROSS or GROSE? I would be very surprised if my father's David GROSE was connected to my dau.-in-law's Fines Washington TAYLOR. Fines Washington TAYLOR's father was William TAYLOR. David was in OH. Fines W. TAYLOR m. in OR. in 1901. ----- Original Message ----- > 1850 Clinton County, Kentucky > 328/328 > Thomas Taylor, 50, m, laborer, b Va > Malinda, 52, f, b Va > Nancy, 21, f, b Va > Elizabeth, 18, f, b Tenn > Samuel, 16, m, b Tenn > Emily C., 9/12, f, b Ky > > 1860 Clinton County, Kentucky Post Office Albany > 184/184 > Thomas Taylor, 57, m, farmer, 0, 10, b Va > Malinda, 59, f, house keeper, b Va > Catherine, 11, f, b Ky > Thomas, 9, m, b Ky > > 280/280 > Asa Groce, 32, m, farmer, 250, 200, b Ky > Nancy, 32, f, house keeper, b Tenn > Milla C., 2, f, b Ky > John, 7/12, m, b Ky > > Cheers, Michael > Kent Island, Maryland > > ----- Original Message ----- > From: "Jim & Mary Smith" <[email protected]> > To: <[email protected]> > Subject: [TAYLOR] Thomas Taylor & Melinda Abston > Hi Jim SMITH, I am working on various lines including: TAYLOR, GROSE, BROWN, WILLIAMS & SMITH. None very closely connected to each other. Would you like details from me? Kay C. at - [email protected] >> Hi List, >> I am new and was hoping that someone might have info on Thomas Taylor & >> Melinda Abston. There daughter Nancy married Asa Groce. There son Samuel >> married Matilda Brown. There son Thomas married a Judy Williams. >> >> Sure hope I can find someone that might have worked this line or knows >> something about them. >> >> Take Care, >> Jim Smith >> Collinsville, IL

This message is from a non-subscriber or someone posting from an address different than that under which they are subscribed. If you can help, please send directly to [email protected] with a copy to the list, if appropriate. Thanks, Marilyn list admin ----- Original Message ----- From: "Penny Douthit" <[email protected]> To: <[email protected]> Sent: Monday, 31 January, 2005 10:23 PM Subject: Lemuel Taylor | I am looking for information on my great grandfather, Lemuel Taylor, who lived in Colquitt County, Georgia until ab.1876. I am searching for any information on him prior to 1860 and after 1876. | | | | -- | No virus found in this incoming message. | Checked by AVG Anti-Virus. | Version: 7.0.300 / Virus Database: 265.8.3 - Release Date: 1/31/05 | | -- No virus found in this outgoing message. Checked by AVG Anti-Virus. Version: 7.0.300 / Virus Database: 265.8.4 - Release Date: 2/1/05

Thanks Michael, Sorry to say I have the census data. Looking to make contact with anyone that has who their kids all married. Take Care, Jim Smith Collinsville, IL

1850 Clinton County, Kentucky 328/328 Thomas Taylor, 50, m, laborer, b Va Malinda, 52, f, b Va Nancy, 21, f, b Va Elizabeth, 18, f, b Tenn Samuel, 16, m, b Tenn Emily C., 9/12, f, b Ky 1860 Clinton County, Kentucky Post Office Albany 184/184 Thomas Taylor, 57, m, farmer, 0, 10, b Va Malinda, 59, f, house keeper, b Va Catherine, 11, f, b Ky Thomas, 9, m, b Ky 280/280 Asa Groce, 32, m, farmer, 250, 200, b Ky Nancy, 32, f, house keeper, b Tenn Milla C., 2, f, b Ky John, 7/12, m, b Ky Cheers, Michael Kent Island, Maryland ----- Original Message ----- From: "Jim & Mary Smith" <[email protected]> To: <[email protected]> Sent: Monday, January 31, 2005 9:37 PM Subject: [TAYLOR] Thomas Taylor & Melinda Abston > Hi List, > I am new and was hoping that someone might have info on Thomas Taylor & > Melinda Abston. There daughter Nancy married Asa Groce. There son Samuel > married Matilda Brown. There son Thomas married a Judy Williams. > > Sure hope I can find someone that might have worked this line or knows > something about them. > > Take Care, > Jim Smith > Collinsville, IL > > > ==== TAYLOR Mailing List ==== > Getting too many e-mails from this list? > Subscribe to the digest, which is one email sent every 12-24 hours. > Send a new e-mail message to [email protected], putting only > the word Subscribe in the subject and body of the message. > > ============================== > View and search Historical Newspapers. Read about your ancestors, find > marriage announcements and more. Learn more: > http://www.ancestry.com/s13969/rd.ashx > >

Hi List, I am new and was hoping that someone might have info on Thomas Taylor & Melinda Abston. There daughter Nancy married Asa Groce. There son Samuel married Matilda Brown. There son Thomas married a Judy Williams. Sure hope I can find someone that might have worked this line or knows something about them. Take Care, Jim Smith Collinsville, IL