Hello, Fellow List Members! I am looking for information on the BRIEGER/POWITZKY families of Fayette and Bastrop Counties. Johanna BRIEGER (b. abt. 1831) married Edward John POWITZKY (b. btwn. 1819 - 1821) in Fayette County on February 10, 1857 and the couple had three children, Augusta, Edward John, and Ernest. Augusta married Louis ILGEN/ELGIN in Lee County and the pair moved to Galveston where their three children were born. Johanna was the daughter of Gottlieb BRIEGER who was born abt. 1803 in Bangua, Prussia (now Bankua, Poland - ?). If anyone has any information on any of the individuals or families mentioned, I would love to hear from you! Best Regards, Tanya

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Classification: Query Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/rw/mkB.2ACI/292.1.1 Message Board Post: No, do not have any information of Hillman - sorry. Have you inquired at the La Grange Library and History Center? They're remodeling their building and should be moving in this coming January, check with them then. TJC

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: Nevil, Nevill, Neville Classification: Query Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/rw/mkB.2ACI/310 Message Board Post: I have posted biographical notes on Zachariah Lewis Nevill at http://www.terrystexasrangers.org/biographical_notes/n/nevill_zl.htm He was Born in Albermarle County, VA on April 7, 1833, the son of James L. Nevill & Dorothy Louise Moorman. He was Raised in Tuscaloosa County, AL. and Married Ann Lewis on November 5, 1853. They Emigrated to Texas in February 1858 and settled in La Grange, Fayette County. He served in Terry's Texas Rangers during the War. He married Sarah Townsend on January 24, 1864 in La Grange, Fayette County, TX. and later resided in Galveston and Austin, TX. Died on March 22, 1909 in Angelton, Brazoria County, TX. Any additional information on him or his family would be appreciated.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: WARNKEN HILLMANN Classification: Query Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/rw/mkB.2ACI/292.1 Message Board Post: I saw your post about WARNKEN and noticed the HILLMAN name. I am a HIllman researcher and tie into this family though my ggrandfather Henry HILLMANN's brother. I have old photos of people that I know are most probably HILLMANNS, but no real information to compare them too. Do you have pictures of HILLMANNS????? or information to share. Thanks, Carla Hillman Ratcliff

Carolyn....... Go to usgenweb.net and then access thru to Fayette County. You will find a load of information on anyone living in Fayette County. Stephanie

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: Miller, Riley, Kemp Classification: Query Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/rw/mkB.2ACI/309 Message Board Post: This is concerning an ancestor who is African American. I hope somebody can help. I am trying to find descendants of Ellis Miller, son of Amos and Rachael Miller. Ellis was born probably in April 1852 or 1857-58 in Fayette County. His parents were probably slaves and later employees of William Hamilton Ledbetter, prominent attorney. In 1880, Ellis and his brother Marshall were field hands for Charly and Ella Clark (white) in Fayette County. In 1900, Ellis was working as a farm laborer and married to Carrie Riley (born Oct. 1863 and married Jan. 20, 1884). His previous wife, Augy Kemp (married Aug. 21, 1881) probably died. His children as listed in the 1900 census were Juinie (daughter born Feb. 1888), Lutha (son born Oct 1890), Walner (son born Nov. 1892), Leon (son born Jan 1894) and Blenda (daugher born Feb. 1897). The census was very hard to read so I had to guess on some of these names. Ellis died on Dec. 23, 1935, in Temple, Texas (Bell county). Am eager to find information. Many thanks for your time.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Classification: Query Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/rw/mkB.2ACI/308 Message Board Post: Hello List, I am hoping someone can assist me. I had some relatives living in the Carmine area in the 1900's. I believe August died sometime before 1920 and the family moved back to the New Orleans area. Would appreciate if you can locate an obit or any information on him or the family. August John Beyer/Bayer wife Nellie and daughters Oralee 1909 and Althea 1912. Any help or suggestions would be appreciated. Carolyn

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Classification: Query Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/rw/mkB.2ACI/155.2 Message Board Post: A Thomas C. Gregory, a Confederate veteran, is buried in the Old La Grange City Cemetery (Sec. I, Lot 106). According to the 1860 census he was then 21 years of age and single and living in Fayette County (La Grange). His occupation is not easily deciphered. He appears to have born in the Indian Territory. His brother, C. W. Gregory, was then 24 years of age, married and a druggist; he and his wife, too, lived in Fayette County (La Grange). Perhaps these men are two of the children of Dr. David Gregory; if not, the names are certainly coincidental.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Classification: Query Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/rw/mkB.2ACI/155.1.1 Message Board Post: W. H. Ledbetter and A. G. Ledbetter, both Confederate veterans, are buried in the Old La Grange City Cemetery (Lots 33 and 44, respectively, of Sec. I). At the time of the 1860 census A. G. Ledbetter was 23 years of age, and W. H. Ledbetter was 25. Both were born in Tennessee. Both appear to have been single. W. H. Ledbetter was an attorney; the occupation of A. G. Ledbetter is unknown. In 1860 both men lived in Fayette County. An A. G. Ledbetter served as SGT, 8th Regiment Cavalry (Terry's), C.S.A., and a W. H. Ledbetter served as 2LT, 9th Regiment, Texas Infantry (Maxey's), C.S.A.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: GOODE/GOOD Classification: Query Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/rw/mkB.2ACI/177.2.1 Message Board Post: Isham/Ishom Goode owned land in Caldwell County Texas which neighbors Fayette County. His property was on Plum Creek on a crossing to get into the community of Lockhart Springs (south east of town). You will find this man and his property mentioned in accounts of The Battle of Plum Creek, the last major Indian battle in Texas. If this Mr. Goode is connected I would be happy to send you accounts from newspapers that were rerun in a Lockhart paper several years ago. I also can take a photo of about where his cabin was and the crossing area just off Old McMahan Road.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Classification: Query Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/rw/mkB.2ACI/177.2 Message Board Post: An Isham J. Goode was adm. of the will of John A. Neill in l846, Caldwell Co. Tx. I believe. I think they lived on what was "The old road to Austin". I have no Goode connection but think he was from Tenn. as was the Neills.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: Fisher Classification: Query Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/rw/mkB.2ACI/307 Message Board Post: Albert (Doc) Fisher, lived in the Taylor area around 1920ies , fathering several children, probably by same mother. Anyone having information, pleasde contact me.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: Unknown Classification: Query Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/rw/mkB.2ACI/306 Message Board Post: Any information on this story or poss. copy would be appreciated. Really would like to know names, or police record Where were these brothers buried

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: Neimann, Zedlitz, Schultz Classification: Query Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/rw/mkB.2ACI/305 Message Board Post: I am looking for information about TIMMONS' REGIMENT. In the Fayetteville Cemetery my G-G-Grandfather's Army Monument reads: JOHN NEIMANN GERMANY PVT TIMMONS' REGT TEXAS INF CONFEDERATE STATES ARMY July 27, 1821 Jan 26,1892

There was/is also a HRUSKA family in Fayette County. Is Horecka perhaps a misspelling of that name? Martha

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: Colley, Skinner, Rollins Classification: Query Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/rw/mkB.2ACI/304 Message Board Post: Colleys came to Fayette County with Susan A. Skinner, her 5 children and her brother Jess B. Skinner about 1876. A Colley signed Susan A. Skinner Rollins TX Civil War Pension. My question is, Are there any Colley descendants in this county. If so, please get in touch.

The 55th Annual Etzel Family Reunion will be held at the Round Top Rifle Association Hall on August 8, 2004. The meal will be served at 12 noon and is $6.50 per person, children under 6 eat free. Please bring a dessert to share. Notify Dottie Etzel by August 2nd if you will attend and how many meals to reserve - number of regular and number of children under 6. Her address is P.O. Box 88, Round Top, 78954. After the meal they have a business meeting and raffle off prizes donated by some of the family - plants, doodads, etc. - you can bring a prize if you like, doesn't have to be expensive. They will also have a pinata for the munchkins. Since this is the 55th reunion, they are wanting to make it big, so try to make it. I will be going if I can. Our Grandfather Brau's mother was an Etzel. Grandpa and his cousin were instrumental in starting the reunion.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Classification: Query Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/an/mkB.2ACI/303 Message Board Post: I am looking for information on my gr., gr. grandfather, August Buehring, his children and their descendants. August was born in 1818 and was married to Catherina. It is believed that August is the son of William (that could be Wilhelm Buehring) and Sarah. August had five known children, Henry, Frank, Dora, Lena and Augusta.

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The Grants are in my family line. Mary Grant just passed away this past Dec. There was a Lucien Grant. Phyllis Rummel