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    1. [WVMONROE-L] Family of John Reed of late 1800s Monroe Co., WV
    2. I am looking for information on two families that lived in Monroe Co., WV during the latter half of the 1800s. The first family is that of John M. REED (c 1839 - c 1910?) and his wife Sophia (c 1848 - 192?). They moved to Monroe Co. from Floyd Co., VA and had the following children, all of whom were born in Monroe Co.: Andrew (b 1868), Joshua (1870 - 195?), Mary (b 1872), Elkaney (1874 - c 1952), Josie (187 - c1948), James Henry (my g-grandfather; 1884 - 1968) and John "Jack" (c 1887 - c 1932). Henry and Jack were well known for the musical abilities (fiddle playing and guitar) and lived in the Glen Lyn, Va and Hinton, WV areas, respectively, during their adult lives. Josh and Elkaney apparently resided in Cashmere, WV and spent most of their adult lives there. As for the rest of the siblings (Andrew, Mary and Josie), not much info is presently known. The second Monroe Co. family I'm seeking info on is the Joshua UNDERWOOD family. Joshua (1826 - 19??) was also from Floyd Co., VA and moved his family to Monroe Co. about the same time as John and Sophia REED. He and his wife, Mary (a.k.a. Polly or Betsy; c1825 - 191?) were the parents of Sophia and her several siblings and apparently resided in the Lindside area near Peterstown. Any information (including names, dates, places, etc.) on the ancestors, family members or descendants of those listed above would be very much appreciated, especially if it concerns the family of John REED. Thanks a lot, Bob

    04/20/1999 02:14:07