Register by March 18th and save $30! http://www.ngsgenealogy.org/2002cover.htm May 15 - 18 in Milwaukee A national conference in my very own home state... what a wonderful chance to hear all these speakers! Join us here in Wisconsin in May for one day or all four. Cyndi Howells wrote: > The National Genealogical Society invites you to participate in our > upcoming national conference: > > 2002 National Genealogical Society Conference in the States > 15-18 May 2002 > Milwaukee, Wisconsin > http://www.ngsgenealogy.org/2002cover.htm > > Please share this invitation with all of your friends in genealogy. > > > > The four-day conference offers more than 200 sessions (lectures and > luncheons, workshops and labs) on virtually every aspect of genealogy. > Because Milwaukee and the Midwest have historically drawn immigrants > from many countries, ethnic and immigrant research (on both sides of the > ocean) will be a major feature, but it won't be the only one. From > Revolutionary War pensions to the 1930 census, to research in Social > Security records, from research in New York to research in California, > from lighthouse families to Chicago cemeteries, from Salt Lake City to > France on the Internet, there will be much to offer any genealogist. >

Hello, I am researching a DeVeaux book that contains many surnames. I have and will be posting info on GenForum. When you have a minute please visit the site and punch in surnames you are researching. We might be able to help each other. Thank you, Duane -- Donna & Duane DeVoe Come Visit Lena, Illinois! http://www.villageoflena.com

There are several Grant Co. connections I am searching: WILKINSON, GARSIDE,BRIERLEY, SCHROEDER, PREYN, OELLERICH, WICHMANN, VOSS,BERGHOLZ, DORN, DOESCHER, NODOLF ANY HELP WOULD BE APPRECIATED!!!! John William WILKINSON d. 21 Nov. 1870 Patch Grove m. 9 Dec. 1852 Patch Grove to Sarah GARSIDE d. 18 June 1918 Patch Grove dau. of John GARSIDE d. 12 Dec. 1875 Patch Grove Elizabeth BRIERLEY GARSIDE d. 7 June 1885 Patch Grove Christian Frederick SCHROEDER d. 19 Dec. 1932 Platteville m. 25 Nov. 1865 Platteville to Lizette Louisa PREYN d. 24 Nov. 1914 Platteville son Carl William SCHROEDER b. 8 Feb. 1878 Platteville d. 15 Feb. 1947 Platteville m. 21 Sept. 1904 to Dorathea Charlotte OELLERICH b. 9 Apr. 1885 Platteville d. 14 Jan. 1975 Platteville dau. of Johann Diedrich OELLERICH d. 16 Jan. 1925 Platteville and Charlotte Dorothea JOHANNS d. 21 May 1915 Platteville Eibe Henning WICHMANN m. 21 Feb. 1873 Platteville to Mathilde Louise BERGHOLZ dau. of Heinrich Frederick BERGHOLZ d. 29 Sep. 1893 Platteville Charlotte Frederica VOSS BERGHOLZ d. 6 Nov. 1908 Belmont (Lafayette) John Frederick DORN d. 11 Feb. 1918 Platteville m. 15 Feb. 1866 Galena (Jo Davies, IL) to Sophia Elizabeth DOESCHER d. 25 Jan. 1905 Platteville Wm. & Mary NODOLF m. & d. Belmont (Lafayette) but with Grant connections

The National Genealogical Society invites you to participate in our upcoming national conference: 2002 National Genealogical Society Conference in the States 15-18 May 2002 Milwaukee, Wisconsin http://www.ngsgenealogy.org/2002cover.htm Please share this invitation with all of your friends in genealogy. ABOUT NGS & THE 2002 CONFERENCE IN THE STATES ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- The National Genealogical Society (NGS), established in 1903, annually assists over 17,000 individuals and organizational members in tracing family histories. The NGS provides leadership and education through its programs, online and home-study courses, publications, annual and regional conferences. The 2002 NGS Conference in the States will be held on 15-18 May at the Midwest Express Center in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. It is expected to attract some 2,500 genealogists from across the nation and several foreign countries. A complete copy of the program and registration information can be found on the NGS web site: http://www.ngsgenealogy.org/2002cover.htm LOCAL HOST - WSGS ---------------------------------- The local host of the 2002 Conference is the Wisconsin State Genealogical Society, the oldest and largest statewide genealogical organization in Wisconsin. Founded in 1939, WSGS now has more than 1,400 members both in and out of Wisconsin. WSGS is a non-profit Wisconsin corporation whose basic purpose is to encourage, facilitate and improve the quality of genealogical study in Wisconsin and about Wisconsin families. For more information, see the Wisconsin State Genealogical Society web site: http://www.wsgs.org Please direct all inquiries, letters and proclamations to: Jack Brissee Wisconsin State Genealogical Society P.O. Box 5106 Madison, WI 53705-0106 OPENING SESSION -------------------------------- Marsha Hoffman Rising will speak on the subject, "Strong Links Make a Solid Chain: Linking Records to Identify Ancestors." Rising is a Certified Genealogist and a Certified Genealogical Lecturer as well as being a fellow of both the American Society of Genealogists and the Utah Genealogical Association. She is a former president of the Federation of Genealogical Societies and currently serves on the board of directors of the New England Historic Genealogical Society. Marsha is an experienced researcher, author and lecturer as well as being a founding member of the Genealogical Speakers' Guild. MASTER LECTURES -------------------------------- Presentations by the masters, not just for the masters. We've asked four of today's top genealogists/lecturers (Christine Rose, Helen Leary, Elizabeth Shown Mills, and John Philip Colletta) to each present a case study, on a topic of their own choosing, describing how they identified, researched, and presumably solved, a tough genealogical problem. LAYING A SOLID FOUNDATION ------------------------------------------------ Guidance by many of the nation's top teachers and lecturers on the fundamentals of genealogical research a series of seventeen presentations, running throughout the conference. An excellent foundation for the beginner, as well as a solid review and update for the more-experienced. SKILLBUILDING TRACK ------------------------------------ NGS and the Board for Certification of Genealogists are proud to offer the latest edition of the Skillbuilding track, a series of presentations designed for those researchers who want to improve their research and analytical skills. The presentations in this track, based on the theme of "standards," will help improve the research and reporting skills of any serious genealogist. AND MUCH, MUCH MORE ----------------------------------------- The four-day conference offers more than 200 sessions (lectures and luncheons, workshops and labs) on virtually every aspect of genealogy. Because Milwaukee and the Midwest have historically drawn immigrants from many countries, ethnic and immigrant research (on both sides of the ocean) will be a major feature, but it won't be the only one. From Revolutionary War pensions to the 1930 census, to research in Social Security records, from research in New York to research in California, from lighthouse families to Chicago cemeteries, from Salt Lake City to France on the Internet, there will be much to offer any genealogist. NGS BANQUET ------------------------- Enjoy fine dining at the Milwaukee Hilton. Then after dinner NGS President Curt Witcher will recognize individuals for their excellence in genealogy. The newest member of the National Genealogy Hall of Fame will be announced; the NGS Filby Prize winner, and others who have excelled in genealogical writing will receive their awards. Our banquet speaker is Patty Loew, a renaissance woman. Patty is an assistant professor at the University of Wisconsin, Madison, co-host of WeekEnd on Wisconsin Public Television, producer of award-winning documentaries, and recently author of "Indian Nations of Wisconsin: Histories of Endurance and Renewal." Her presentation "Seeing Red: a Family Odyssey into Native American Heritage" is an account of her discovery of the rich heritage of her Ojibwe ancestry. LIBRARIAN PRE-CONFERENCE ------------------------------------------------ Quickly becoming one of many exciting hallmarks of National Genealogical Society conferences, another Librarians Serving Genealogists Pre-Conference is being planned for Milwaukee. Coordinated by Pam Hall Cooper with the cooperation of the Milwaukee Public Library, this Tuesday, May 14th pre-conference will provide a forum for communication and networking between librarians interested in providing the best products and services to their genealogy patrons. The event will take place in the Loos Room of the Milwaukee Public Library and it is necessary to pre-register for the conference. Information on the program and registration is available on the NGS web site. Beginning with check-in and a welcome at 8:00 a.m., sessions will cover topics such as "New & Old Inter-library Loan Resources for Genealogy Librarians," "NGS Book Loan Collection," "Family History Centers for Public Libraries," the "Mid-Continent Public Library ILL Program, and "From Neophytes to Know-it-Alls: How to Help Genealogists." There will be a Minolta Microfilm Reader/Printer 7000 and Book Scanner 2000 demonstration, a tour of the Milwaukee Public Library (Including the Great Lakes Marine Collection), a Database Management Panel session, and Tour of Goethe House. A box lunch sponsored by ProQuest (HeritageQuest Online) will be provided. COMPUTER LABS ----------------------------- If you are a beginner, learn about the genealogy software now available, and if you are an experienced computer genealogist, here's a chance to learn about the latest versions of genealogy programs and tools for genealogy. Instructors will introduce beginners to programs and demonstrate their features. Intermediate and advanced users will have an opportunity to advance their skills and learn special features of their software. Participants share a Windows operating system computer. Those attending must be registered for the conference for at least the day of the lab and pay an extra $50.00 fee. Labs are limited, with two persons to each computer. NGS LEARNING CENTER --------------------------------------- The NGS Learning Center is guaranteed to be a worthwhile stop on your tour of the exhibit hall. We will be offering a daily schedule of educational activities in the form of question and answer sessions, informal discussions, and demonstrations. A small sampling of the topics scheduled include online resources; historic maps; GEDCOM; digital cameras and other imaging devices; genealogical software; the NGS Web site and the NGS Online Census Course. Visitors to the Learning Center will also have the opportunity to leisurely explore a variety of software applications under the guidance of expert volunteers and to participate in daily drawings for genealogical software and other items. EXHIBIT HALL ---------------------- The many exhibitors who fill the exhibit hall will bring many and varied products and services for genealogists. There will be software to assist not only in recording your genealogy, but also for using the Internet; CD-ROMs for researching an expanding series of publications, indexes and databases; preservation materials; books; maps and memorabilia. All in one place! What a great opportunity for hours of productive shopping. At many of the exhibit booths you will find genealogical societies and organizations offering memberships as well as products, services, and free advice. International researchers and societies are a welcome addition to the Exhibit Hall. They seek clients and new members while offering information on research in their countries. WELCOME TO MILWAUKEE, WISCONSIN ----------------------------------------------------------------- --- Ethnicity - Place Names and People --- Look at any listing of Wisconsin place names and you will be struck by the obvious variety in ethnic origins of residents of the Badger State. Menominee, Denmark, Brussels, Berlin, Oneida, New Glarus, Wales, Paoli, Pulaski, Oslo, Stockholm, Nashville, Abbotsford, Athens, Albany, Schleswig, New Paris, New Lisbon, New Haven, New Holstein, Pan Yan, Fond du Lac, New Richmond, even New Chicago! And of course we have not even touched on all the places beginning with Wau-. The names signal American Indians, Germans, Italian, New Yorkers and New Englanders, Cornish, Irish, Polish, African-Americans, Kentuckians, Slovenes, Dutch, Belgian, Swiss, the whole panoply of peoples from around the world who came to populate America's Thirtieth State. And more recently Hispanics and South-east Asian groups have added to our exciting mix. --- Genuine American --- Yes, if you have an interest in ethnic backgrounds, you've come to the right place when you come to Wisconsin. And Milwaukee, the site of the 2002 NGS Conference in the States, An American Sampler, is in many ways a microcosm of the many ethnic groups you will find throughout the state. Not only does Milwaukee still have a number of ethnic neighborhoods centered on churches, cultural organizations, and restaurants, but also there are eight ethnically based genealogical societies active in the city or suburbs. When the Convention and Visitors Bureau identifies Milwaukee as 'Genuine American' they're not kidding. In Milwaukee we've got 'em all, it truly is 'An American Sampler!' --- Culture --- Back in the mid-19th Century when Milwaukee was largely populated by German immigrants with a strong interest in cultural activities, it was known as the 'American Athens.' That tradition still exists with the Florentine Opera, Milwaukee Symphony, the jewel-box Pabst Theater, the Milwaukee Ballet, Milwaukee Repertory Theater, and the celebrated African dance company, Ko-Thi. If you like museums there is the Milwaukee Public Museum with its fantastic Butterfly Wing, and you must see the newly expanded Milwaukee Art Museum which perches almost like a butterfly itself on the shore of Lake Michigan. Or perhaps you'd like to visit the 15th Century Joan of Arc Chapel, where daily mass is still celebrated, or Miller Park where the Brewers play. How about the Harley-Davidson Motorcycle plant, or perhaps you'd prefer a brewery tour! All summer-long there is a succession of ethnic festivals. And we dare you to try to eat your way through Milwaukee! There are not only a wide variety of ethnic foods, but scores of restaurants in all price ranges and cuisine are within easy walking distance of the Convention Center. --- Venue --- The venue for the 2002 Conference is the Midwest Express Center, located right downtown at 400 W. Wisconsin Avenue. Just opened in 1998, this is truly a state-of-the-art facility, but one with a comfortable feel and over a Million Dollars worth of public art on display. The Hilton and Hyatt Hotels are literally just across the street, while six more are within two blocks of the Midwest Express Center. --- Weather --- Milwaukee weather in mid-May is usually delightful. Temperatures in the 60's to low 70's, although nights can feel pretty cool as can some days down along the lakefront. Light jackets and sweaters are a good bet. You will also find that Milwaukee, and Milwaukeeans, are a pretty relaxed bunch so informal and casual attire is acceptable almost everywhere. --- Hotels and Travel --- Transportation? Milwaukee County Airport (Billy Mitchell Field) can almost make you enjoy flying again (particularly if you travel by Midwest Express!). If you don't mind changing your mode of travel, you can fly into Chicago and then take Amtrak to Milwaukee, the Amtrak Station is only 2 1/2 blocks from the Midwest Express Center. WE HOPE TO SEE YOU THERE! --------------------------------------------------- 2002 National Genealogical Society Conference in the States 15-18 May 2002 Milwaukee, Wisconsin http://www.ngsgenealogy.org/2002cover.htm ------------------- National Genealogical Society 4527 17th Street North Arlington, Virginia 22207-2399 Phone: (703) 525-0050 or (800) 473-0060 Fax: (703) 525-0052 E-mail: ngs@ngsgenealogy.org http://www.ngsgenealogy.org Membership http://www.ngsgenealogy.org/member.htm Conferences http://www.ngsgenealogy.org/conf.htm Learning Center http://www.ngsgenealogy.org/edu.htm

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: SCHMITZ Classification: Query Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/an/lEC.2ACE/382.1 Message Board Post: from SSDI: MEDARD SCHMITZ b. 07 Oct 1903 d. Jan 1984 Last Residence 53820 (Potosi, Grant, WI) ALVIN SCHMITZ b. 06 Jul 1908 d. Jan 1966 Last Residence 53818 (Platteville, Grant, WI) SSN issued in Iowa 18 total SCHMITZ entries in SSDI with last residence as Grant County, WI (http://ssdi.genealogy.rootsweb.com/cgi-bin/ssdi.cgi) Good luck.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: HARPS, VESPERMAN, SCHMITZ, WALTZ, MIESEN Classification: Query Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/an/lEC.2ACE/382 Message Board Post: Looking for information on the following family: Casper SCHMITZ m. Lena HARPS (lived in Sand Point, Idaho, before Potosi, Grant Co., WI) son Medard m. Lily VESPERMAN son Chester J. m. Louise M. WALTZ daughter Janice m. Mr. MIESEN son Alvin son Floyd daughter Marie son Jack others. . . Thank you! Leigh59527@aol.com

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: Sands Classification: Query Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/an/lEC.2ACE/381 Message Board Post: Looking for information on Orville Sands, b. 1878 died ?, and descendants. Sons are Donald (birth|death unknown), Twing b. 1903 d. 1964, and Roy b. 1909 d 1992. Orville was a farmer and lived in Grant County probably near Cuba City. Roy was a professor at Iowa State University and returned to Lancaster, Grant Co where he was head of the unemployment agency. Any information would be appreciated, please respond to the board rather than my e-mail. Thanks, Mike Sands

Thank you and actually I just received the forms for requesting the record and need to wait until I can afford the "WHOPPING" $37.OO they want for it. One question though, I have heard both ways...send the money with the form or wait until they notify they have found the record, I don't really understand. Thank you for the help! Regards, Sandy Washington State Thanks Mari :o) Faull-L@rootsweb.com List administrator _____________________________________________________________ Sign up for FREE email from The PI Directory at http://www.pi-directory.com _____________________________________________________________ Run a small business? Then you need professional email like you@yourbiz.com from Everyone.net http://www.everyone.net?tag

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: Dempsey Classification: Query Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/rw/lEC.2ACE/378.2 Message Board Post: Michael, My husband is a direct descendant of Philo and Lydia Dempsey, through their daughter, Simildia. Dave gave you quite a few good leads through the census and obituaries. I've found the following information in the History of Grant County, Wisconsin, 1881: "Philo Dempsey, retired farmer; P.O. Fennimore; is one of the early settlers of the town of Fennimore; was born in the town of Brutus, Cuyuga Co., NY, June 24, 1814; he removed to Aleghany Co. in 1831; in 1844, came to the town of Fennimore, and entered a farm in Se. 13; this farm he still owns. His wife was Miss Lydia Walker, born in Massachusetts in August, 1820. Her father removed his family to Grant Co. in 1844, but he first came to the county in 1840. Mr. Dempsey's parents died at his residence in Fennimore. Mrs. Dempsey's father died in California; her mother died in Grant Co. Mr. and Mrs. Dempsey have had six children, five of whom are living - George P., Silas H., Charles S., Robert W., and Similde; lost fifth child, Mary Edna. George P., now a resident of Mason City, Iowa, was a member of Co. K, 12th W.V.I.; enlisted in fall of 1861; veteranized at the expiration of his time, three years, and served till nearly the close of the war, when he was disch! arged for disability. Silas and Charles were members of 38th W.V.I.; the latter was severely wounded, losing a part of one hand. Mr. Dempsey was the first Town Treasurer of Fennimore; was member of Town Board twelve years; Chairman of Board one term." It looks from this, that Eliza is not a child, but in all of my information about the family, Eliza is included. So, your information about her being adopted, is, indeed, news! Let me know if you have any other questions about the family. Roxanne

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: SLECHTA, YANNA Classification: Query Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/rw/lEC.2ACE/379.1.1 Message Board Post: Thanks, Mari, for the suggestion. If there is anyone who has access to those cemeteries and could check for me, I would greatly appreciate it. There doesn't seem to be anything online. Mari, do you know of any histories of the area? My ggrandmother Christine Yanna was from Muscoda and I have had a hard time getting any information on her family or where they came from. Thanks!

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: Edwards, Hitchens, Tindall, Parrish, Graham, Classification: Query Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/rw/lEC.2ACE/380 Message Board Post: Grace Margaret Edwards is the Daughter of Henry Edwards and Grace Hitchens. She was born 1833 in Cornwall, England. She had eight siblings. Her name may have been Margret Grace Edwards.

Hi - I saved your E-mail regarding Maffett, and I apoligize for taking so long to get back to you....But, our daughter-in-law is descended from a Robert Maffit, b June 1700,d 1755, and his wife Rachel ?, b.1705. d.1769. I am not sure of their place of birth, but their 12 children seem to have been born in N.J..........Regards, Phyl in Reno ----- Original Message ----- From: <Lincurrie@aol.com> To: <WIGRANT-L@rootsweb.com> Sent: Sunday, February 03, 2002 11:54 AM Subject: Re: [WIGRANT] List Info > Bemidji, MN > Alabama > > Linda Currie > BOVEE, FOOTE, MATHEWS, MATTHEWS, MOFFAT, MOFFITT > > > ============================== > To join Ancestry.com and access our 1.2 billion online genealogy records, go to: > http://www.ancestry.com/rd/redir.asp?targetid=571&sourceid=1237 > >

Sandy - Have you sent for Thomas' Civil War Pension or Full military record? That will include -- often -- his death certificate and sometimes his marriage certificate. (Note: The full record can take 6-7 months or so). Rhonda Hello Been having a hard time tracking down my Thomas M Jewell who married Mary Faull 1860 in Grant Co., WI as he died in 1864 Civil War. However, I did find this marriage which leads me to believe she may be a sibling. Wondering if someone would kindly lookup this census index for me JEWELL, GRACE State: WI Year: 1850 County: Grant County Record Type: Federal Population Schedule Township: Jamestown Page: 140 Database: WI 1850 Federal Census Index Appreciate any help on this Thanks, Sandy Washington State USA <hr>

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: French, Birch, Pafford Classification: Query Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/rw/lEC.2ACE/279.1.1.1.1.2.1.1 Message Board Post: Dear Doris, Thank you for what you posted. That clears up the spelling on Rhoda Raines Pafford name. I was never happy with what I had but that was all I had. If you decide to chase this branch any further I would be glad to share what I have, although it is not a lot. Eunice's son Melvin is my husband's branch. Keep in touch.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: Cushman, McLenahan, McClenehan Classification: Query Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/rw/lEC.2ACE/374.2 Message Board Post: Gina, Warren and family were in Iowa Co. before heading to Fennimore. Still can't find a mariage record for him, but suspect it took place in Iowa Co. 1860 Census, Mifflin, Iowa, WI, Pg. 779, 28 Jun 1860: Household 330 Barnabas Cushman, 72, Farmer, $2000, $500, VT (Insane) Polly Cora, 62, VT Silas, 23, PA Harvey, 20, PA (Insane was the way they said someone was senile back then) Household 331 Horace Strader, 23, Laborer, $--, $50, PA Martha Strader, 18, PA Norman, 1, WI Warren Cushman, 28, $--, $200, NY Lucinda, 22, PA Chester, 2, WI Household 332 Dan McLenahan, 61, Farmer, $--, $400, PA Esther, 46, PA Harrison, 23, PA Ransom, 15, PA Caroline, 11, PA Here is that Esther/Hester McLenahan who was living with Warren in 1870 Fennimore. My best guess is that she if probably Lucinda Cushman's mother. Caroline may be the Carrie (Russell?) living with Warren in 1870. Enjoy, Dave Taft Arlington, TX

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This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: Krohn, French, Stein, Classification: Query Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/an/lEC.2ACE/279.1.1.1.1.2.1 Message Board Post: Hi Mary Durr, All that I have at this time is that Eunice was the oldest of 9, and Minerva (my greatgrandmother) was the youngest. Minerva was born in 1866, so she waa quite young when Eunice married. Minerva married Moses Krohn in Freeport IL. on March 22, 1887. She died there in 1902, leaving 4 children, Hubert, Loyal, Bessie & Leon. Hubert worked I believe for a railroad, and was in the WI, IN area. Bessie was in the Fort Wayne IN area, Leon was lost at sea, and Loyal (my grandfather) relocated in NYC after discharge from the Marines. I have that Rhoda Raines Pafford was born in VA, Feb 20, 1828.She married Lorenzo Dow French Apr 1, 1847. She died Apr 20, 1893. Her father was William Pafford b 1808 in VA, & her mother was Sarah Jane Raines born May 19, 1799 in VA, died in Beetown WI on May 6 1880.She is buried in the Beetown Cemetery.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: Birch, French, Pafford, Robinson, Ross, Okey, Hampton, Wilson, Apel and Basset or Bozinet Classification: Query Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/rw/lEC.2ACE/279.1.1.1.1.2 Message Board Post: Dear Doris Harrington, I don't have much on Eunice French but be glad to share what I have. It would be nice to learn more about her. I hope you will share what you have with me. Eunice J. French was born February 20, 1847/48? and died June 2, 1913/15?. Married in Beetown January 1, 1870 according to Marriage Reagister 4, Page 249 in Lancaster, Wisconsin courthouse. Her father was Lorenzo D. French and mother Ronda Pafford. In the DODGE CEMETERY at Bloomington, Wisconsin I found the following stones: Dave Birch 1846-1918 and Eunice Birch 1848-1915. I have 5 children: Melvin/H.D. Birch, Florence Mae Birch, Stella Birch, Samuel Birch and Harry V. Birch. The children married names such as Robinson, Ross, Okey, Hampton, Wilson, Apel and Basset or Bozinet. Please let me know if anything connects.

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/lEC.2ACE/279.1.1.1.1.1 Message Board Post: I have a Estella Frence b. 1870, d. 1940 married a John Walker Bacon, Son of Albert ( Alfred) Bradford Bacon and Elinor English McCord. If this is of any help email me. Thank you.

Sandy, Here you go: Lillie Collard 16 Nov 1898 Grant 08 0220 Dau. of Charles and Emily (Eyre) Collard George Jewell 16 Nov 1898 Grant 08 0220 Son of William and Elizabeth (Venning) Jewell Dave Taft