Can anyone tell me if Elmer Davis, age 30 (1920 Carroll Co. VA Census) married to Maud 23, and parents of Ruby 7, Robert 5, Burtin 3 11/12 and Garnett 4/12 - was that Robert the Robert Henry Davis that married Agnes A. Patton - of the obit below? Any help at all would be greatly appreciated. Thanks. Bette Agnes A. Davis, 85, of Fries, died Tuesday, April 11, 2006, at Twin County Regional Hospital. She was the widow of Robert Henry Davis. She was born Sept. 17, 1920, in Carroll County to Carl and Laura Brewer Patton. Survivors include three daughters and two sons-in-law, Nada and Arlin Shupe of Troutdale, Linda and Larry Taylor of Ivanhoe and Kathy Hyatt of Galax; two sons and daughters-in-law, Robert Gayle and Janie Davis of Wytheville and Roger and Doris Davis of Hillsville; a sister, Hattie Parks of Galax; a brother, John Phipps Patton of Galax; 10 grandchildren; 15 great-grandchildren; two step-grandchildren; one step-great-grandchild; and several nieces and nephews. A funeral was held Thursday at Mount Hope United Methodist Church with burial in the Mount Hope Cemetery. The Rev. Ken Blevins officiated. Vaughan-Guynn Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

Sue, I wondered that too. But the Shippey? Never heard of him and then wife "M. E." - so much info! Thanks! Bette Sue Dotson wrote: >Bette, > >I'm wondering if this Ina could be in the census as "Ida". There is an Ida Weaver b. Oct. 1885 in the 1900 census living with her brother Howard (HOH) and his wife Fanny.....Wilson District 45, Page 157A, Sheet 13A, 231/231. > >Sue > ----- Original Message ----- > From: Bette Nelson > To: VAGRAYSO-L@rootsweb.com > Sent: Thursday, April 13, 2006 3:18 PM > Subject: [VAGRAYSO] Weaver question > > > July 21, 1900 Andy Greer, 18, single, s/o T. D. Greer of Grayson married > Ina L. Weaver, 16 of Grayson. > She was d/o Shippey & M. E. Weaver of Grayson. I just checked the 1900 > census for Grayson and > could not see ANY of the 3 in the census. > > Thanks for any help! > > Bette > > > >

Bette, I'm wondering if this Ina could be in the census as "Ida". There is an Ida Weaver b. Oct. 1885 in the 1900 census living with her brother Howard (HOH) and his wife Fanny.....Wilson District 45, Page 157A, Sheet 13A, 231/231. Sue ----- Original Message ----- From: Bette Nelson To: VAGRAYSO-L@rootsweb.com Sent: Thursday, April 13, 2006 3:18 PM Subject: [VAGRAYSO] Weaver question July 21, 1900 Andy Greer, 18, single, s/o T. D. Greer of Grayson married Ina L. Weaver, 16 of Grayson. She was d/o Shippey & M. E. Weaver of Grayson. I just checked the 1900 census for Grayson and could not see ANY of the 3 in the census. Thanks for any help! Bette ==== VAGRAYSO Mailing List ==== If you wish to unsubscribe from the Grayson Co., VA mailing list, send only the word UNSUBSCRIBE to VAGRAYSO-l-request@rootsweb.com or if your are on the Digest list to VAGRAYSO-d-request@rootsweb.com ============================== Search Family and Local Histories for stories about your family and the areas they lived. Over 85 million names added in the last 12 months. Learn more: http://www.ancestry.com/s13966/rd.ashx

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: Miller/ Dickson Classification: Query Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/rw/jAC.2ACE/594.1.1 Message Board Post: Thanks, Sue. I have checked every county I can possibly think of and have never found them. I think they were married. Her picture is on his tombstone. She married twice later on in about 1937 and in 1940.

July 21, 1900 Andy Greer, 18, single, s/o T. D. Greer of Grayson married Ina L. Weaver, 16 of Grayson. She was d/o Shippey & M. E. Weaver of Grayson. I just checked the 1900 census for Grayson and could not see ANY of the 3 in the census. Thanks for any help! Bette

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/jAC.2ACE/594.1 Message Board Post: I checked Grayson Marriages 1924-1931 but this couple was not listed.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: Miller/Dickson Classification: Query Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/rw/jAC.2ACE/594 Message Board Post: Seeking marriage record for Ruby Miller and Carroll Dickson. Ruby was born in Ashe Co. in 1908. The marriage probably would have taken place in the late 1920's. All help appreciated.

I just attended the fabulous 12th Family History Institute of SW Virginia genealogy seminar on Saturday in Wytheville VA. Of course, Mary was one of the speakers. She can be contacted at: mbkegley@aol.com. ----- Original Message ----- From: <agearheart@adelphia.net> To: <VAGRAYSO-L@rootsweb.com> Sent: Monday, April 10, 2006 2:01 PM Subject: [VAGRAYSO] Re: kegley > 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/jAC.2ACE/592.1 > > Message Board Post: > > Hi, I was just browsing when I noticed your posting. You might want to > get in touch with Mary B. Kegley, who is a local historian in Wytheville, > Virginia. I am sure she would be able to help you since more than likely > it is possible for you to be distantly related! She works for the > Wytheville Historical Society. In case you aren't originally from the > area, Wythe County is right next door to Grayson. > > > ==== VAGRAYSO Mailing List ==== > If you wish to unsubscribe from the Grayson Co., VA > mailing list, send only the word UNSUBSCRIBE to > VAGRAYSO-l-request@rootsweb.com or if your are on the Digest > list to VAGRAYSO-d-request@rootsweb.com > > ============================== > View and search Historical Newspapers. Read about your ancestors, find > marriage announcements and more. Learn more: > http://www.ancestry.com/s13969/rd.ashx >

For those of you who haven't visited Jeff Weavers new site lately you should do so! http://www.newrivernotes.com/va/grayson.htm If you scroll to the bottom of his page you can see that he has added birth records and death records for Grayson. Tami Ramsey

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/jAC.2ACE/592.1 Message Board Post: Hi, I was just browsing when I noticed your posting. You might want to get in touch with Mary B. Kegley, who is a local historian in Wytheville, Virginia. I am sure she would be able to help you since more than likely it is possible for you to be distantly related! She works for the Wytheville Historical Society. In case you aren't originally from the area, Wythe County is right next door to Grayson.

Thanks Sue. I hadn't thought to look there today.... now I will. Bette Sue Dotson wrote: >Bette, > >According to the Draft Card and the SSDI, the third son's name was Fonrose. > >Sue Dotson >Buzzybee@prodigy.net > > ----- Original Message ----- > From: Bette Nelson > To: VAGRAYSO-L@rootsweb.com > Sent: Sunday, April 09, 2006 11:17 AM > Subject: [VAGRAYSO] SUTHERLAND Question > > > I'm wondering if anyone can identify for me the wife of Charles > Sutherland? In 1900 Carroll Census, he is head of house, Emaline > is wife, been married 21 yrs (about 1879) she has 4 children/2 living > with sons: > 1. Walter > > 2. Munsey > > 3. Tonrose? Is it Tonrose or Fonrose per the marriage record in Grayson? > > My math could be off but I think that is 3. ;-) > > Thanks for any help! > > Bette > > > >

Bette, According to the Draft Card and the SSDI, the third son's name was Fonrose. Sue Dotson Buzzybee@prodigy.net ----- Original Message ----- From: Bette Nelson To: VAGRAYSO-L@rootsweb.com Sent: Sunday, April 09, 2006 11:17 AM Subject: [VAGRAYSO] SUTHERLAND Question I'm wondering if anyone can identify for me the wife of Charles Sutherland? In 1900 Carroll Census, he is head of house, Emaline is wife, been married 21 yrs (about 1879) she has 4 children/2 living with sons: 1. Walter 2. Munsey 3. Tonrose? Is it Tonrose or Fonrose per the marriage record in Grayson? My math could be off but I think that is 3. ;-) Thanks for any help! Bette ==== VAGRAYSO Mailing List ==== NOTICE: Posting of virus warnings, test messages, chain letters, political announcements, current events, items for sale, personal messages, flames, etc. (in other words - spam) is NOT ALLOWED and will be grounds for removal. Consideration for exceptions, contact Kathleen Burnett kathleenburnett@earthlink.net ============================== New! Family Tree Maker 2005. Build your tree and search for your ancestors at the same time. Share your tree with family and friends. Learn more: http://landing.ancestry.com/familytreemaker/2005/tour.aspx?sourceid=14599&targetid=5429

Is this Charles Sutherland the same as the one b. 1860 who was the s/o Leonard S. Sutherland and Elizabeth Wampler? Sue Dotson Buzzybee@prodigy.net ----- Original Message ----- From: Bette Nelson To: VAGRAYSO-L@rootsweb.com Sent: Sunday, April 09, 2006 11:17 AM Subject: [VAGRAYSO] SUTHERLAND Question I'm wondering if anyone can identify for me the wife of Charles Sutherland? In 1900 Carroll Census, he is head of house, Emaline is wife, been married 21 yrs (about 1879) she has 4 children/2 living with sons: 1. Walter 2. Munsey 3. Tonrose? Is it Tonrose or Fonrose per the marriage record in Grayson? My math could be off but I think that is 3. ;-) Thanks for any help! Bette ==== VAGRAYSO Mailing List ==== NOTICE: Posting of virus warnings, test messages, chain letters, political announcements, current events, items for sale, personal messages, flames, etc. (in other words - spam) is NOT ALLOWED and will be grounds for removal. Consideration for exceptions, contact Kathleen Burnett kathleenburnett@earthlink.net ============================== New! Family Tree Maker 2005. Build your tree and search for your ancestors at the same time. Share your tree with family and friends. Learn more: http://landing.ancestry.com/familytreemaker/2005/tour.aspx?sourceid=14599&targetid=5429

I'm wondering if anyone can identify for me the wife of Charles Sutherland? In 1900 Carroll Census, he is head of house, Emaline is wife, been married 21 yrs (about 1879) she has 4 children/2 living with sons: 1. Walter 2. Munsey 3. Tonrose? Is it Tonrose or Fonrose per the marriage record in Grayson? My math could be off but I think that is 3. ;-) Thanks for any help! Bette

Yes. One and the Same. Harold

Charles Sutherland's wife was Emmaline Blair Leonard daughter of Zeno Leonard and Harriett. Harold

Yvonne: do you possibly have the 1870 census? I am still trying to also determine's the place of birth for Washington. Some areas say IN while I understand the marriage register says VA. Family says he was born in VA according to what he relayed. Thanks. George Basden Photography www.basden.com gebasden@charter.net -----Original Message----- From: Yvonne Strong [mailto:ylstrong@charter.net] Sent: Friday, April 07, 2006 9:32 PM To: VAGRAYSO-L@rootsweb.com Subject: RE: [VAGRAYSO] WILCOX RESEARCH -----Original Message----- From: George E. Basden [mailto:gebasden@charter.net] Sent: Friday, April 07, 2006 7:00 PM To: VAGRAYSO-L@rootsweb.com Subject: [VAGRAYSO] WILCOX RESEARCH <I am looking for someone who could possibly help me out with some research. My great grandparents were Washington S. Wilcox and Mary M. Carrico. Washington was the son of James W. Wilcox and Mary E. Gray.> Hi George, Have you looked at the 1880 Speedwell, Wythe, Virginia, Census? I believe your family is enumerated on Page 413. I am willing to send you a copy of the census if you would like and other census years as well. Yvonne ==== VAGRAYSO Mailing List ==== If you wish to unsubscribe from the Grayson Co., VA mailing list, send only the word UNSUBSCRIBE to VAGRAYSO-l-request@rootsweb.com or if your are on the Digest list to VAGRAYSO-d-request@rootsweb.com ============================== Search the US Census Collection. Over 140 million records added in the last 12 months. Largest online collection in the world. Learn more: http://www.ancestry.com/s13965/rd.ashx

The 1880 Wythe County federal census shows Washington, siblings, and mother listed under the family of Emory Gray and Mary Wilcox being listed as his sister. If you will accept attachments I'll be happy to send the census image along. Regards, Bob Walker Personal Genealogy Page: _http://members.aol.com/rwa5352802_ (http://members.aol.com/rwa5352802) In a message dated 4/7/2006 10:00:26 P.M. Eastern Standard Time, gebasden@charter.net writes: I am looking for someone who could possibly help me out with some research. My great grandparents were Washington S. Wilcox and Mary M. Carrico. Washington was the son of James W. Wilcox and Mary E. Gray. Confusion exists on whether Washington was born in Washington, IN or in Wythe or Grayson Counties, VA. Washington was born about 29 Jun 1870. I am looking for any documentation, birth certificate, census that shows he was the son of James and Mary. Washington's daughter, Grace my grandmother) was born in Fries (Stevens Creek) VA about 1894. Is there a historical society in Grayson County that could possibly help and, if so, could anyone provide their postal and/or email address? Thanks. George Basden Photography www.basden.com gebasden@charter.net

I am looking for someone who could possibly help me out with some research. My great grandparents were Washington S. Wilcox and Mary M. Carrico. Washington was the son of James W. Wilcox and Mary E. Gray. Confusion exists on whether Washington was born in Washington, IN or in Wythe or Grayson Counties, VA. Washington was born about 29 Jun 1870. I am looking for any documentation, birth certificate, census that shows he was the son of James and Mary. Washington's daughter, Grace my grandmother) was born in Fries (Stevens Creek) VA about 1894. Is there a historical society in Grayson County that could possibly help and, if so, could anyone provide their postal and/or email address? Thanks. George Basden Photography www.basden.com gebasden@charter.net

-----Original Message----- From: George E. Basden [mailto:gebasden@charter.net] Sent: Friday, April 07, 2006 7:00 PM To: VAGRAYSO-L@rootsweb.com Subject: [VAGRAYSO] WILCOX RESEARCH <I am looking for someone who could possibly help me out with some research. My great grandparents were Washington S. Wilcox and Mary M. Carrico. Washington was the son of James W. Wilcox and Mary E. Gray.> Hi George, Have you looked at the 1880 Speedwell, Wythe, Virginia, Census? I believe your family is enumerated on Page 413. I am willing to send you a copy of the census if you would like and other census years as well. Yvonne