The following files were uploaded to the Amherst Co. Archives in March. You may view these files at http://www.rootsweb.com/~usgenweb/va/amherst.htm Descendants of Joseph Mays, Sr. (mays2.txt), file size 22.9 kb, submitted March 2000 by Clayton Warner Descendants of James Pettyjohn (pttyjhn1.txt), file size 82.1 kb, submitted March 2000 by John W. Davis Jr. 1810 Federal Census (fedcens.txt), file size 152.0 kb, submitted March 2000 by Robert Rellihan Miscellaneous Marriage Records, 1857-1956 (marr5.txt), file size 2.2 kb, submitted March 2000 by Kelley Biskey Revolutionary War Pension, Thomas McClain, abstracted (m2450011.txt), file size 1.1 kb, submitted March 2000 by Don Marsh Revolutionary War Pension, Henry McClain, abstracted (m2450016.txt), file size 1.9 kb, submitted March 2000 by Don Marsh Revolutionary War Pension, James McClain, abstracted (m2450017.txt), file size 1.3 kb, submitted March 2000 by Don Marsh Revolutionary War Pension, Henry McClain, 1832 (m2450032.txt), file size 8.7 kb, submitted March 2000 by Don Marsh Soldier's Pension Application: Robert N. Tyree, 1899 (t6000000.txt), file size 3.0 kb, submitted March 2000 by Linda Russell Lewis Many thanks to our submitters! Won't you consider preserving & sharing your treasured documents by submitting a transcription of your own? What a wonderful way to show pride in your heritage while insuring these resources will still be around for future generations! Thank you, Jeannie Watts, archivist. ************* Jeannie Watts Now Available: "The Descendants of John Thomas Clay, Jamestown Immigrant and son of Sir John Clay of Wales" Also available: "The Descendants of James Bailey & Lucy Simms" For more info: http://www.trellis.net/users/madamx

I am researching Hicks in VA, mostly in Alleghany and Amherst Counties. I am looking for the family of Herbert Hicks. The family lived in Clifton Forge and the Lexington area that I know of. Descendants of Herbert (Hickory) Hicks Generation No. 1 1. HERBERT (HICKORY)1 HICKS died in Pennington, New Jersey. He married MARY (MAY). Children of HERBERT HICKS and MARY (MAY) are: i. EMILY2 HICKS, m. MR. THOMPSON. ii. FLOYD HICKS. iii. HARRY HICKS, m. VIOLA. iv. IRENE HICKS, m. MR. HEUSINKVELD. 2. v. SARAH REBECCA HICKS, b. 1906, Clifton Forge, Virginia; d. 1986, Morrisville PA. vi. MITCHELL HICKS, b. December 25, 1907; d. June 06, 1988. vii. WALTER HICKS, b. February 11, 1909; d. May 1978. 3. viii. RENNIE HICKS, b. May 10, 1914; d. February 1978, Pennington, Mercer County, NJ. ix. NELLIE HICKS, b. June 08, 1917; d. March 1978; m. MR. CRUM. x. ETHEL HICKS, b. November 15, 1920; d. July 11, 1991; m. MR. ALLEN. Generation No. 2 2. SARAH REBECCA2 HICKS (HERBERT (HICKORY)1) was born 1906 in Clifton Forge, Virginia, and died 1986 in Morrisville PA. She married JAMES OLIVER(J.O.) TERRY, son of ADDISON TERRY and SARAH GREENE. He was born April 25, 1898 in Clifton Forge, Alleghany County, Virginia, and died July 1969 in Morrisville PA. Children of SARAH HICKS and JAMES TERRY are: i. HALLIE3 TERRY, m. FRANK RACTELL; d. Deceased. ii. THELMA TERRY, d. 1986; m. JOHN WELCH; d. Deceased. iii. JAMES TERRY, m. GRACE NEUMAN. iv. FRANCIS TERRY, m. JO. v. DOLORES TERRY, m. (1) PAUL MILLER; m. (2) PAUL MILLER. vi. MADELINE TERRY, m. VIRGIL KOSKI. vii. KENNETH TERRY, m. (1) PAULA CARTER, Morrisville PA; m. (2) PAT. viii. DOROTHY TERRY, m. IKE. ix. HELEN MARIA TERRY, m. CHARLES HENRY(LEFTY) SOUTH; d. Deceased. x. ELWOOD WARNER TERRY, b. November 14, 1934, Pennington, NJ; d. September 14, 1982, Morrisville PA; m. (1) MARGARET MARY (PEGGY) COLVIN, September 10, 1955, Sacred Heart Church, Trenton NJ; b. December 06, 1935, Trenton NJ; m. (2) SUE GOOD, Abt. 1970. 3. RENNIE2 HICKS (HERBERT (HICKORY)1) was born May 10, 1914, and died February 1978 in Pennington, Mercer County, NJ. He married DOT. Child of RENNIE HICKS and DOT is: i. GAIL3 HICKS. I am looking forward to hearing from anyone who knows anything of this family. Thank you in advance. Peggy Strieby Lakeland Florida

Hello, I am new to the list and am wondering if there are any Kirkpatrick, Garner and/or Bryant families which were prominent in Early Amherst Co.(ca. 1750-1800)? I am seeking a connection to James Monroe Cash b. 1826 East TN who's father was a John from Granville Co. NC. From the names used by this family, there may have been ties to Amherst Co. VA and above names, including Stephen Cash who was from Amherst Co. VA during these time frames. Does anyone have any Kirkpatrick's, Garner's or Bryant's in Amherst Co. ca. 1750-1800? Thanks for any help..Chris Cash

I have created a site for all Virginia researchers to post the families they are researching. To submit your names, E-mail me in the following format. ****************************************************************************** Researching William J. Crawford, 1827 to 1904, Born and died in Rockingham Co., VA. Married: Rebecca Ann Shifflett on Feb. 26, 1850 in Rockingham Co., VA. Children: Sarra E., who married Derret Morris, George W., who married Frances Rodgers, Virginia Ann, who married John W. Sutphin, John Ellis, Joseph E. J., who married (1)Blanch S. Gentry Glenn, (2) Ardeny, Samson, who married Annie E. Haney and Ada Isabel, who married Lewis B. McDonald. Related families in the Rockingham area of VA: Shifflett, Sipe, Self, Mobb, Haney, Miller, Watson, Francisco, Muller, Wood, Davis (NY & VA), Other States: Elfrey (NY), Wilson & Compton (Russell Co, VA), Tobin (NY), Home page: (URL) Email: (URL) ****************************************************************************** You may include notes if you wish. I will copy and paste so make it neat. This note will go to every Virginia list. The list can be found at these sites. <A HREF="http://members.aol.com/vafam2/index.htm">http://members.aol.com/vafa m2/index.htm</A> or <<<<<<<<<<<< <A HREF="http://members.aol.com/crawfordnet/rockingham.htm">http://members.ao l.com/crawfordnet/rockingham.htm</A> <<<<<<< Thanks, MR BOB

Would appreciate any help with the Guardian Records of Richard Tankersly Lyon 1770 Guardian Richard T. Lyon & John Lyon 1772 Guardian Richard T. Lyon & Richard Alcock & Rich Tankersly Lyon Jr. 1779 Guardian Samuel Anderson I would like to have these records. I believe they eminate from the will of John Lyon dated 06 Sept 1763. Thanks for any help Lorraine Robinson lrobin@arkansas.net

Greetings All, Seeking information on Liddy Johns and his descendants. This is what I have, any help in filling in the spouses, parents, etc., would be greatly appreciated. Thank you in advance. Cheers, Andy Lawless Researching: Adcock, Beverly, Branhams, Duffs, Evans, Hamiltons, Hicks, Johns, Knuckles, Lawless, Nuckles, Penn, Redcross. Descendants of Liddy Johns Generation No. 1 1. LIDDY1 JOHNS was born Bet. 1824 - 1834 in Virginia, and died Unknown. He married FIELDING FOSTER Bef. 1854. Child of LIDDY JOHNS and FIELDING FOSTER is: 2. i. ALEC2 JOHNS, b. Bet. 1854 - 1864, Amherst Co., Virginia; d. Unknown. Generation No. 2 2. ALEC2 JOHNS (LIDDY1) was born Bet. 1854 - 1864 in Amherst Co., Virginia, and died Unknown. He married MARY ELIZABETH JOHNS Bet. 1875 - 1884 in Virginia, daughter of WILLIAM JOHNS and FRANCES LAWLESS. Child of ALEC JOHNS and MARY JOHNS is: 3. i. TOM3 JOHNS, b. Bet. 1875 - 1884; d. Unknown. Generation No. 3 3. TOM3 JOHNS (ALEC2, LIDDY1) was born Bet. 1875 - 1884, and died Unknown. He married LEOLA LEE Bet. 1895 - 1904. Children of TOM JOHNS and LEOLA LEE are: i. LLOYD4 JOHNS, b. Bet. 1895 - 1910. ii. MAMMIE JOHNS, b. Bet. 1895 - 1910. iii. MARY M. JOHNS, b. Bet. 1895 - 1910. iv. HAYWARD JOHNS, b. Bet. 1895 - 1910. v. SALLY JOHNS, b. Bet. 1895 - 1910. vi. RUSSELL JOHNS, b. Bet. 1895 - 1910. vii. EVA JOHNS, b. Bet. 1895 - 1910. viii. WILLIE JOHNS, b. Bet. 1895 - 1910. ix. ROBERT JOHNS, b. Bet. 1895 - 1910.

Greetings All, Seeking information on Bennett Lawless and his descendants. This is what I have, any help in filling in the spouses, parents, etc., would be greatly appreciated. Bennett Lawless was probably the s/o Richard Lawless and Elizabeth Goodrich Lawless. Bennett Lawless is believed to have married Sarah, last name unk. His is sporadically listed in the Amherst Tax Records between 1807-1848. CENSUS YR.: 1850 TERRITORY: VA COUNTY: Amherst PAGE NO: 87 Dwelling 247; Family 247 Lawless, Bennet 50 M Farmer Lawless, Jane 28 F Lawless, Nancy 25 F Lawless, Frances 20 F Lawless, Elizabeth 16 F Lawless, James 15 M Lawless, Wiatt 06 M Lawless, Henry 05 M Lawless, Seaton 03 M Lawless, Elizabeth 01 F Thank you in advance. Cheers, Andy Lawless Researching: Adcock, Beverly, Branhams, Duffs, Evans, Hamiltons, Hicks, Johns, Knuckles, Lawless, Nuckles, Penn, Redcross.

Greetings to All, Seeking information on, WILLIAM3 LAWLESS (RICHARD2, DENNIS1) was born Abt. 1775 in Lexington Parish, Amherst Co., Virginia, and died Aft. 25 June 1795. He married SUSANNAH CARTER 25 June 1795 in Amherst, Co VA, daughter of PETER CARTER and MARY ELLIS. According to one source they had several children and then removed to Indiana sometime after 1800. William Lawless was last listed in the Tax Records of Amherst in 1810. Any information on their children would be greatly appreciated. Thank you in advance. Cheers, Andy Lawless Researching: Adcock, Beverly, Branhams, Duffs, Evans, Hamiltons, Hicks, Johns, Knuckles, Lawless, Nuckles, Penn, Redcross.

Greetings to All, Seeking information on Benjamin Lawless b. Abt. 1796, in Amherst, Co., Virginia. It is possible that he is either the s/o Richard Lawless and Elizabeth Goodrich Lawless, or the s/o William Lawless and Susannah Carter. Benjamin Lawless m. Elizabeth Taylor on 25 November 1816, in Amherst, Co., Virginia. Possible second marriage: 27 JUL 1822 to Polly Willmore page 463, 265, Amherst Co., VA Register of Marriage. He was witness to the marriage of Rosannah Lawless and Barnett Moon, 31 Oct 1833. [Source Amherst Register of Marriage 1763-1862 page 325] Thank you in advance. Cheers, Andy Lawless Researching: Adcock, Beverly, Branhams, Duffs, Evans, Hamiltons, Hicks, Johns, Knuckles, Lawless, Nuckles, Penn, Redcross.

Seeking information on the marriage and family of Aubrey Adcock m. 1932, Pearl Branham. They are listed on the Monacan Indian Nation Original Rolls 1700-1900. I have information on other members of the Monacan Indian Nation that I am willing to share. Cheers, Andy Lawless Researching: Adcock, Beverly, Branhams, Duffs, Evans, Hamiltons, Hicks, Johns, Knuckles, Lawless, Nuckles, Penn, Redcross.

All, Seeking information on the following Wright/Lawless Family in Amherst Co,. Virginia: Wright, Maurice, and Molly Lawless, September 29, 1797. William Lawless surety. Consent of her father, Richard Lawless. Certificate of marriage by the Rev. Charles Crawford. (seeking information on parents and any children) Willing to share Cheers, Andy Lawless Researching: Adcock, Beverly, Branhams, Duffs, Evans, Hamiltons, Hicks, Johns, Knuckles, Lawless, Nuckles, Penn, Redcross.

All Looking for information on Richard Lawless b Abt 1750, m first wife unk, children from 1st marriage: Molly Lawless b Abt 1777 m Maurice Wright 29SEP1797 in Amherst Co VA, William Lawless b Abt 1770, m Susannah Carter 25JUN1795 in Amherst Co VA. There were several other children from first marriage. Second marriage: 25JUL1785 Elizabeth Goodrich children include: Leland Lawless, Elizabeth Lawless, and possible Wyatt Lawless and Bennett Lawless. Wyatt and Bent may be the children of William Lawless and Susannah Carter. I am seeking the name of the first wife, names of any children from either marriage and of course name of Richard's parents if possible. Any help would be greatly appreciated. I have information on William and Richard selling land in Amherst Co but not much else. Thanks in advance Cheers, Andy Lawless Researching: Adcock, Beverly, Branhams, Duffs, Evans, Hamiltons, Hicks, Johns, Knuckles, Lawless, Nuckles, Penn, Redcross.

All; Seeking information on the following marriage Adcock, William Spouse : Lawless, Paulina Marriage date : 15 Dec 1835 Amherst Co., VA Thank you in advance. Cheers, Andy Lawless Researching: Adcock, Beverly, Branhams, Duffs, Evans, Hamiltons, Hicks, Johns, Knuckles, Lawless, Nuckles, Penn, Redcross.

Greetings to all. Does anyone know if the records for Lexington Parish, Amherst Co. are available for review? If so where would they be located? Thanks in advance Cheers, Andy Lawless Researching: Adcock, Beverly, Branhams, Duffs, Evans, Hamiltons, Hicks, Johns, Knuckles, Lawless, Nuckles, Penn, Redcross

Hi to all- I'm new to this list. I am doing research in Amherst and Nelson Counties for several different sides of my and my husband's families. Right now one of the names I'm researching in Amherst is Magann/ Magan (It was later changed by my grandfather's time to McGann). Specifically Merrit(t) Magann and Sophia White married in Amherst- April 17, 1819. They moved to Nelson Co., VA sometime before the 1850 census, haven't found out much more yet. I know some of their children, I believe their William is my ancestor, but I don't have concrete proof. I have a little toddler that makes it difficult to get out and research in quiet places (!), so mostly I've been using the internet and mailing off for certificates and such. ANY info. on a Magann/ Magan/ McGann would be appreciated. Thank you, Janet

Dear Andy, This is in reply to your query regarding Maurice Wright and is being sent to the Amherst and Wright lists for their information as well. My records list Morris or Maurice Wright as born between 1765 & 1785 and probably before 1782, resided in 1796 & 1797 at Amherst County, Virginia, married Mary Lawless on Sep 29, 1797, at Amherst County, Virginia (as you have), resided 1798 to 1807 at Amherst County, Virginia, and resided in 1810 at Lincoln County, Kentucky. Morris or Maurice Wright was a son of 1807 (year of death) Isaac Wright of Amherst County, Virginia, (place of death) and Susannah (Ellis)Wright and grandson of 1767 Francis Wright of Amherst County, Virginia, and Mary (Hawkins) Wright. I would be happy to exchange information with other researchers interested in this family. Robert N. Grant 15 Campo Bello Court Menlo Park, CA 94025 RNGrant@prodigy.net Lawless wrote: > All, > > Seeking information on the following Wright/Lawless Family in Amherst > Co,. Virginia: > > Wright, Maurice, and Molly Lawless, September 29, 1797. William Lawless > surety. > Consent of her father, Richard Lawless. Certificate of marriage by the > Rev. Charles > Crawford. > > (seeking information on parents and any children) Willing to share > > Cheers, > Andy Lawless > Researching: Adcock, Beverly, Branhams, Duffs, Evans, Hamiltons, Hicks, > > Johns, Knuckles, Lawless, Nuckles, Penn, Redcross. > > ==== VAAMHERS Mailing List ==== > Do I need a Genealogical Search Warrant to see the records?

Would there be anyone from the list who has access to the 1910 Amherst Co.,VA census report? I have been seeking information regard the family of Will & Jennie Burch. Probably listed in the Pedlar district. I have the info from the 1900 which list their children as: Rose Lee, Nannie, Pate, and a 2 yr old male son - appearing only as "Baby". I need to see the info on them from the 1910, to learn the name of the 2year old son - and there SHOULD have been another daughter born to them later in the year of 1900. I have the info from the 1920, but by this time only Will & Jennie are listed and the children have all left home. I would DEEPLY appreciate assistance from anyone good person who could help. Thanking you in advance, Pam pamjt@saa.net

To the list: A MEMORANDUM of THE ELLIS FAMILY Prepared by Thomas H. Ellis, Richmond, Va., 1849 The following info is from this book which is in the Jones Memorial Library, Lynchburg, Va: John Ellis, of Tuckahoe in the county of Henrico, and State of Virginia. The tradition in the family, is that he was of Welsh descent. By a deposition, of record in the Clerk's Office of Henrico County Court, sworn to in Court, February 1st, 1691, it appears that he was born about the year 1661. It also states that his wife was Susanna. The sons of John Ellis were: 2, John; 3, William; 4, Thomas; 5, Henry; 6, James; 7, Joseph; 8, Charles. 8, Charles Ellis was born on Tuckahoe, in the county of Henrico, Virginia, in the year 1719 (or 1720); was married to, 55, Susanna Harding, by the Rev. William Stith, in the "hard winter" of 1739-40; and had issue: 56, Hannah, 57, Edith, 58, Susanna, 59, Josiah, t60, Mary Ann, 61, Charles, 62, Sarah, 63, Bethena, 64 Elizabeth, 65, Rosanna. Moved with his family to the county of Amherst, ( then Albemarle) about the year 1754, and settled the original seat of the Ellis family in that county, since known as "Red Hill", on the waters of Pedlar River. Died May 4th 1759, and was buried in the family burying ground at Red Hill. 55. Susanna Harding, the daughter of Thomas Harding and Mary, his wife, was born on Tuckahoe, in the county of Henrico, Virginia, in the year 1721 ( or1722). Married secondly, 93, John Beckley. Died, March, 1817, and was buried in the family furying ground at "Red Hill". 56. Hannah Ellis, was bornin Henrico county, Virginia, October 5, 1741; married 94, William Haynes, and had issue, 95, Charles, 96, Harding, 97, William, 98, John B., 99, Jesse, 100, Josiah, 101, Susanna, 102, Elizabeth, 103, Hannah. Died, and was buried in the family burying ground at "Red Hill". I hope this will be of some help to Andy Lawless, and if I can be of further assistance please Email me direct. Rebecca Dawson Fox Virginian in Missouri

John, Do you know who Hannah ELLIS parents were. I have Hannah Ellis d/o Charles Ellis and Susannah Harding. I only have a possible range for her dob Bet. 1740 - 1759, but 1764 could be a possiblity. Let me know if you want the information. Also, anyone on the list who might want the information let me know. The majority of my Ellis information is from Joseph L. Miller, The Descendants of Captain Thomas Carter, (Virginia Historical Society, Virginia 1912, page 229, Andy Lawless JHaynesNC@aol.com wrote: > Hello the List! > > This is my first posting to this list. My ancestor, WIlliam HAYNES > (1740-1827) lived in Amherst county for many years. He married Hannah ELLIS > in Lexington Parish, Amherst Co. VA in 1764. They had ten children. When she > died, he married Sally TULY in Amherst in 1793. Shortly after that, he moved > his family to KY. His father William (1710-1781) and siblings lived in nearby > Bedford County. > > What I know about him is on my website. All researchers show him born in > Amherst County, but that isn't correct; it wasn't formed until after his > birth. I'd love to find out more about where he was born, and other details > of his life. any help would be appreciated. > > John Haynes > ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ > Searching HAYNES (VA, TN, KY,MS,TX), O'DONNELL (MA,IRL), BROWN (DC, NY), > DALY/DALEY (MA/IRL), RUBBERT (NY,GER), SANDIGLIANO (ITALY), SCOTT(VA), > HENDERSON (NY,DC), PANKEY (VA), VAN BUREN (NY, TX) WADE (VA), WELLS (NY, TX) > > My Haynes Web site is at <A HREF="http://www.haynesfamily.com">http://www.hayn > esfamily.com</A> > > ==== VAAMHERS Mailing List ==== > Amherst County Files online! Visit the Amherst County Archives at http://www.rootsweb.com/~usgenweb/va/amherst.htm

Hello the List! This is my first posting to this list. My ancestor, WIlliam HAYNES (1740-1827) lived in Amherst county for many years. He married Hannah ELLIS in Lexington Parish, Amherst Co. VA in 1764. They had ten children. When she died, he married Sally TULY in Amherst in 1793. Shortly after that, he moved his family to KY. His father William (1710-1781) and siblings lived in nearby Bedford County. What I know about him is on my website. All researchers show him born in Amherst County, but that isn't correct; it wasn't formed until after his birth. I'd love to find out more about where he was born, and other details of his life. any help would be appreciated. John Haynes ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Searching HAYNES (VA, TN, KY,MS,TX), O'DONNELL (MA,IRL), BROWN (DC, NY), DALY/DALEY (MA/IRL), RUBBERT (NY,GER), SANDIGLIANO (ITALY), SCOTT(VA), HENDERSON (NY,DC), PANKEY (VA), VAN BUREN (NY, TX) WADE (VA), WELLS (NY, TX) My Haynes Web site is at <A HREF="http://www.haynesfamily.com">http://www.hayn esfamily.com</A>