Posted on: Washington Co. Va Queries Reply Here: http://genconnect.rootsweb.com/gc/USA/Va/Washington/10192 Surname: Sproles ------------------------- Looking for any info on a James Sproles, Had a son Albert born about 1835, possibly Washington Co. Va. Thank you Margaret

Posted on: Washington Co. Va Queries Reply Here: http://cgi.rootsweb.com/~genbbs/genbbs.cgi/USA/Va/Washington/10191 Surname: Scott, Grace, Hayton ------------------------- The only Olympia I know of, and I could be wrong, is Olympia, Thurston County, Washington. I have never heard of a Olympia, Washington County, Virginia.

Posted on: Washington Co. Va Queries Reply Here: http://cgi.rootsweb.com/~genbbs/genbbs.cgi/USA/Va/Washington/10190 Surname: Hounshell, Lambert ------------------------- Does anyone know where Olympia, VA is located? I thought it was in Smyth County and sent an inquiry to the list but haven't received a response. Since Smyth County was formed from parts of Washington County I thought possibly Olympia is located in Washington County instead. Thanks for any help. Pat

Posted on: Washington Co. Va Queries Reply Here: http://genconnect.rootsweb.com/gc/USA/Va/Washington/10188 Surname: McNEIL, COLE, CAYWOOD ------------------------- Many, many thanks for your kind and quick reply, Cathy, even though your answer means I will have to keep right on continuing in the search for the parents of my John McNEIL b1820-VA and who went from IN to Linn Co., OR before 1850 which was where he married in 1850 and died in 1896. Don Houk in Tokyo

Posted on: Washington Co. Va Queries Reply Here: http://genconnect.rootsweb.com/gc/USA/Va/Washington/10187 Surname: McNEIL, COLE, CAYWOOD ------------------------- John C. & Sarah (CAYWOOD) McNEIL had a son John C. McNEIL born about 1814 (probably in Washington Co.,Virginia) who married Cynthia Ann COLE in Parke Co., Indiana. In 1880 they moved to Cowley Co., Kansas.

Posted on: Washington Co. Va Queries Reply Here: http://genconnect.rootsweb.com/gc/USA/Va/Washington/10186 Surname: NEAL, PRESTON, GAINES ------------------------- I am interested in Washington Co. NEALS. My GF, Walter Roy NEAL, graduated from Emory & Henry in 1903 and married a Martha Washington Academy student that same year. He had relatives in the area.

Posted on: Washington Co. Va Queries Reply Here: http://genconnect.rootsweb.com/gc/USA/Va/Washington/10184 Surname: McNEIL, COURTNEY ------------------------- Hi Cathy, Your query asked about parents of Sarah (Sally) Ann CAYWOOD who md John C. McNEIL 6 Feb 1812 Washington Co., VA and I apologize that I have no data on Sarah's parents but wonder if you could tell me if you think the John McNEIL I have in my data shown below is the same John mentioned in 1862 Parke Co,IN probate as first-named son of John & Sally: John McNEIL (parents unknown) b.13 May 1820 Augusta, Rockbridge Co., VA d.15 July 1896 Linn Co., OR md 11 July 1850 Linn Co., OR Terry Isabel COURTNEY (d/o John B. Courtney and Nancy Agnes Bolton (Ritchie) Findley b.22 May 1828 Clark Co., IN d.11 Oct 1897 Linn Co., OR John & Isabel were parents of 8 children who were all born in Halsey, Linn Co., OR: 1) George Archibald McNEIL 2) John Thomas McNEIL 3) Marietta "Mary" McNEIL 4) Isaac Newton McNEIL 5) Elmer E. McNEIL 6) Edward Baker McNEIL 7) Sarah Isabel McNEIL 8) Sylvina Jane McNEIL As you can see John & Isabel named a son John and daughter Sarah, which would have been the names of John's parents if he is s/o your John C. McNEIL & Sarah (Sally) Ann CAYWOOD. Isabel (COURTNEY) McNEIL's family originated in PA and had moved from PA to IN in early 1800's, part of a large Presbyterian movement that settled in Clark Co., IN. Am interested to hear your comments as to possible connection. Don Houk E-mail: dghouk@email.kline.co.jp

Posted on: Washington Co. Va Queries Reply Here: http://genconnect.rootsweb.com/gc/USA/Va/Washington/10181 Surname: CAYWOOD, McNEIL ------------------------- Searching for parents of Sarah (Sally) Ann Caywood who married John C. McNeil (McNeal) 6 Feb 1812 in Washington Co., Virginia. They moved Ohio then on to Indiana. Estate was probated Aug 1862 in Parke Co., Indiana. Children: John, William, Sally, Elizabeth, James, Pleasant, Andrew, Nathaniel & Thomas.

Posted on: Washington Co. Va Queries Reply Here: http://genconnect.rootsweb.com/gc/USA/Va/Washington/10180 Surname: Dickerson, Neal, Trent ------------------------- Could someone give me a name that could help with my search? I am looking for these surnames in Washington County, Va. I have found some info on Neal and Trent but can't find anything on Dickerson. My greatgrandparents were Callie and James F. (J.F.) Dickerson. I found them in 1920 Census but can't find any thing else. Callie has been listed with maiden name Of Bivens and Shepherd. Thank you for any information that you can give me. I live in Arkansas and I can't remember any of my relatives names as I was 9 when I left Damascus. Thanks Again, Janice Vannatter

To All: I am looking to make contact with descendents of HUGH HERRELL, HERAL etc. who moved from Mitchell co. NC. to Poore Valley in Washington co. Va. abt. 1858. Some of the names which might connect to this Herald, Herald etc. line are: McAllister, Dowell, Ketchum, Watson, Roberts, McIntire, Watson, Hearl and others. Some daughters of Hugh Heral were: Elizabeth married James Dowell lived in Scott county, Va. Vina married John W. Roberts Malinda married William Musick Harriet married William Watson Liza married Lee Ketchum Sara married ? McAllister Sons: Joseph married Mary Jane Roberts William married Moriah Jordan Several children died young.. Please contact me if you have information on any of these or are a descendent. I have traced this line of Herrells, Herals back to 1795 and am still searching.... Thank You, G. Lee Hearl Authentic Appalachian Storyteller Abingdon, VA.

The list is ready!!!!! Joines researchers may subscribe at JOINES-L-request@rootsweb.com Sheila

Debbie or anyone: Do all counties have "colored" records? I'm particularly interested in the Washington Co., VA; Johnson Co., TN, and the Ashe and Buncombe Co. NC areas.

I just noticed there is no Joines Surname research page or mailing list at Rootsweb. I have requested the list and it will be up in 2-3 days, at least by Mon or Tues. You can after that time, join if you wish for exchange of info on Joines ancestors at JOINES-L-request@rootsweb.com or by going to the JOINES webpage at Rootsweb.com. Pass it on! I also have the DEBUSK, FARTHING, ROUSE, REDPATH and ROHMANN lists. Sheila Anderson-Lewis Surnames: DALTON, SUTPHIN, GOAD, SPENCE, BOLT, ANDERSON, JOINES, STAMPER, REDPATH, DEBUSK, ROUSE, SIZEMORE, BLEVINS, SMITH, JAMES, DELP, FARTHING, ROHMANN, COOK, COCKE, etc, etc...

Posted on: Washington Co. Va Queries Reply Here: http://genconnect.rootsweb.com/gc/USA/Va/Washington/10178 Surname: gibson ------------------------- IM LOOKING FOR INFO ON THOM AND BRYSON GIBSON FATHER AND SON BRYSON WAS MY 3G GRANDFATHER.HE WAS BORN IN WASHINGTON CO.VA 1782.HE MARRIED A FANNIE GREEN (1805-1877) HIS FATHER WAS BORN IN VA 1760 AND HE WAS MARRIED TO A FRANKY.THESE TWO MEN WERE FULL BLOODED CHEROKEE.IM TRYING TO FIND ANYTHING ON THESE TWO.THE ONLY THING I KNOW IS THAT THEY LIVED IN MAGOFFIN CO. KY.BRYSON DIED IN 1867

For the Kelley researchers, does anyone have an explanation for the will of John Kelly d 1822, Washington Co., as listing a son, Robert, who predeceased the father, yet not mentioning a son John, Jr., who many researchers include in this family? Where does evidence for a John, Jr. come from? Sarah

Posted on: Washington Co. Va Queries Reply Here: http://genconnect.rootsweb.com/gc/USA/Va/Washington/10176 Surname: CRABTREE ------------------------- Seeking information on Abraham Crabtree, born June 6, 1752 in Baltimore Co., Maryland and died May 2, 1838 in Russell Co., VA. He lived in Washington County, VA before going to Russell Co., VA. Trying to find name of his children with wife Mary ? Information will be appreciated. Ken Crabtree

Posted on: Washington Co. Va Queries Reply Here: http://genconnect.rootsweb.com/gc/USA/Va/Washington/10175 Surname: Mullins, Stambaugh, Stumbo, Wright ------------------------- The ROBERT FLEMING & ELIZABETH "Betty" STAMBAUGH and ASSOCIATED FAMILIES REUNION will be held the 3rd Saturday in June from 10am to 4pm in the cafeteria of the Clintwood Elementary School, Dickenson County Virginia . Go right now and mark your calendar, then make plans to put on your party hat and bring yourself, other family members, some food, soft drinks, items for the fund raisers, photos, family information, stories, etc. and come on down!!!! For those who are interested the, "official" website of this reunion can be found at www.robertfleming.org or www.elizabethstambaugh.org. Their children are: 1. Margaret "Peggy" Fleming, born December-1812 in Powell's Valley, Lee County, Virginia; died 1905 in Elswick Branch, Shelby Creek, Pike County, Kentucky. 2. John Jackson "Jack" Fleming, Sr., born 9-June-1814 in Powell's Valley, Lee County, Virginia; died 1-February-1881 in Flemingtown near Clintwood, Dickenson County, Virginia. 3. Phillip "Phil" Fleming, born 15-February-1815 in Beaver Creek, Floyd/Pike County, Kentucky; died 28-April-1885 in Dickenson County, Virginia. 4. Frederick Nelson "Fightin' Fred" Fleming, born 1821 in Beaver Creek, Floyd/Pike County, Kentucky; died 1878 in Jackhorn, Letcher County, Kentucky. 5. William "Whiskey Bill" Fleming, born April-1823 in Beaver Creek, Floyd/Pike County, Kentucky; died abt. 1906. 6. Robert Jefferson "Jefferson/Big Jeff" Fleming, born 1-September-1825 in Floyd/Pike County, Kentucky; died 18-August-1893 in Mill Creek near Pound, Wise County, Virginia. 7. Lavina "Viney" Fleming, born 1827 in Beaver Creek, Floyd/Pike County, Kentucky; died abt.1840. There are numerous descendants of Robert Fleming & Elizabeth Stambaugh who have settled in Washington County. As Jeff Fleming our cousin and Asst. City Manager of Kingsport, Tennessee has so wisely put it: YOU DON'T HAVE TO BE KIN TO BE OUR FRIEND AND ATTEND!

Posted on: Washington Co. Va Queries Reply Here: http://genconnect.rootsweb.com/gc/USA/Va/Washington/10174 Surname: cross ------------------------- what is your connection with the cross, leonard families of wash. co? i am researching both names......thanks shirley cross leonard

Posted on: Washington Co. Va Queries Reply Here: http://genconnect.rootsweb.com/gc/USA/Va/Washington/10173 Surname: Anderson, Bridges ------------------------- Is it possible to have someone lookup a will dated 1845 in Washington Co, VA? 28 April 1845, naming Esther Bridges and heirs, recorded in Book 8, Page 409. We presume that this involves an ANDERSON estate, first name unknown. Any help would certainly be appreciated.

Posted on: Washington Co. Va Queries Reply Here: http://genconnect.rootsweb.com/gc/USA/Va/Washington/10171 Surname: GRAYBEAL ------------------------- I have some Graybeals at my site. I have quite a few Washington County surnames. Check it out Barb http://worldconnect.genealogy.rootsweb.com/cgi-bin/igm.cgi?db=barbnor