In a message dated 3/12/2000 12:54:40 PM Mountain Standard Time, brillnd@pacifier.com writes: << The article was most interesting. However, the Harman/Harmon families of Pendleton County were German. The name appears as Hermann of various spellings in the early records. >> If there was an educated German clerk, or even just the person reading the letters in the area of German descent, he would--of course--spell it the way HE knew and was taught. I doubt if ANY clerk bother or even cared to ask what part of Europe or the British Isles the newcomers were from. But, I'll agree with the fact that Pendleton was in the middle of German expansion in the late 1700... all the way to west Pennsylvania. See old Bedford county records for more info on that... Diane

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The distinguished surname Harmon can be traced back to the ancient Anglo-Saxon kingdoms. The notable Harmon family is descended from the fierce Saxon and Angle tribes, who migrate to England in the 5th century, and pushed The ancient Britons to The frontiers of the island. Originally, the Anglo-Saxon people were each known only by a single name. The process by which hereditary surnames were adopted in medieval England is an extremely interesting one. Surnames evolved during the Middle Ages, under the feudal system of government, and often reflected life on the manor and in the field. At this time, people began to assume an extra name to avoid confusion and to further identity themselves. Frequently, they adopted patronymic surnames, which were derived from given names. During the Middle Ages, the patronymic system of name-making was adopted because it perfectly complemented the prevailing feudal system. Moreover, during the Christian era, people often named their children after saints and biblical figures. Harmon is a patronymic surname that came from Herman or Hermannus. The names are really the same: it was a common practice for scribes to record a given name in The Latin style, where us is the masculine suffix. The personal name meant warrior. The name is derived from the Old French word hermant, or from the Old German words hariman or heremen, all of which meant uwarrior.1 This name came to England in the wake of the Norman Conquest in 1066, where William the Conqueror defeated the Anglo-Saxon nobility and killed King Harold to take the throne of England. After the war, there was a wave of immigration into England from continental Europe, especially from France and Germany. The English language lacked definite spelling rules for most of its history, and consequently. Anglo-Saxon surnames are characterized by a multitude of spelling variations. The official court languages, which were Latin and French, were also influential on the spelling of a surname. Changes in the spellings of Anglo-Saxon names often reflected the evolving nature of the English language. During the mid- 11th century, the Old English tongue spoken by the Anglo-Saxons gave way to Middle English, which incorporated elements of the Norman French language spoken by the conquerors of England. The introduction of the printing press by William Caxton in 1477 and the publication of Samuel Johnson's Dictionary in 1755 led to the standardization of modem English. In the meantime, even literate people varied the spelling of their own names. For example, the famous playwright William Shakespeare variously spelled his surname Shakespere", 'Shakespear', "Shakspere," and "Shaxspere." Similarly, the name has been spelled Harnome, Harmen, Harmant, Harmind, Harmane, Harmand, Harnoombe, Harmend, Hamoomb, Hamombe, Harnolm, Hamume, Hamone, Harnown, Hamomb, Hamoom, Harmynd, Harmint, Harmyn, Harghan and many more. Since the spelling of surnames was rarely consistent in medieval times, and scribes and church officials recorded names as they sounded rather than adhering to any specific spelling rules, it was common to find the same individual referred to with different spellings of his surname in the ancient chronicles. During the Dark Ages, which was the period after the fall of the Roman Empire. there was a decline in education and the majority of people were illiterate, including even emperors like the Frankish king Charlemagne. In medieval England, men of the church were the sole guardians of the written word and important documents were preserved within the sturdy walls of the ancient monasteries Monks translated and revised classical texts and they compiled surveys for the purpose of recording births, deaths, marriages and land purchases. As a result of the frequency of court intrigue and the battles fought between feudal lords and barons, it became necessary to register the people and wealth of the land. The findings were subsequently recorded in various ancient manuscripts such as the Exchequer Rolls of Scotland, the lnquisitlo, the Ragman Rolls, the Domesday Book, baptismal records, parish records, cartularies, and tax records. The history of the Anglo-Saxon surname Harmon appeared in a significant number of these records and the earliest origins of the distinguished family were found in Norfolk, where Hermannus dapifer was recorded sometime between 1101 and 1125. Alexander fihius Hermanni was listed in 1191, in Surrey the inclusion of fi/ms (which means 'son or') is a strong indication of this name's patronymic origin. Willelmus Hermannus was listed in Norfolk in the same town as Hermannus dapifer he appeared in records there from the 1 140s. Robert Hereman was listed in Norfolk in 1196. William Heremond was recorded in Sussex in the Subsidy Rolls, a tax record compiled in 1296. John Harrnan was listed in Suffolk in 1327. John Harmon was one of the first immigrants to the United States in the 17th century. The 1984 edition of the Report of Distribution of Surnames in the Social Security lists the surname Harman as the 2,062nd most popular surname in the United States. The same Report lists Harmon as the 380th most popular surname in the United States In this case, try Clara Harmon Bradshaw Her American Ancestors and Her Descendants by Mary Frances Bradshaw Dittrich Throughout the Middle Ages the Harmon family and the English nation managed to flourish despite plagues, famine, and the harsh realities of life at this time. However, during the modem era, England was devastated by religious and political conflict. Under the Tudors the problems of succession, strife between Catholics and Protestants, and the fear of foreign invasion had mainly been resolved. Later, under the House of Stuart, there were conflicts between the king and Parliament, and between Catholics and Protestants. The Stuarts came to power at a time when the middle class was becoming increasingly powerful and willing to assert its rights through Parliament. The Stuarts were ousted from power first by Cromwell and then by the "Glorious Revolution' which resulted in the long series of Jacobite uprisings. As a result of the chaos and upheaval at home, numerous English families voluntarily or involuntarily left England and migrated to Ireland, Canada, the United States, Australia and the other colonies held by the British crown. In Ireland, Protestant settlers and those who fought for or supported Cromwell were granted lands which had been confiscated from the Catholic Irish. While some of the confiscated lands were returned during the reign of King Chides II, most remained in the hands of newcomers. Other English families migrated to Ireland in search of work in the newly created Irish industries. The open spaces and untamed frontiers of North America attracted many migrants in search of adventure and property. Numerous English families migrated to the New World on the armada of sailing ships which were romantically known as the White Sails, but were often referred to as coffin ships. As a result of the harsh conditions on the overcrowded ships, the majority of the immigrants arrived in the New World diseased, famished, and destitute from the long journey across the stormy Atlantic. After risking the perilous journey across the oceans to the newly discovered lands in North America, the English settlers realized that the New World was not the paradise they had expected. Early attempts to establish a colony at Roanoke Island in North Carolina met with disaster. In 1591, supply ships found the colony deserted and the fate of the settlers remained a mystery forever. The great flux of English migration to Canada occurred after the Seven Years War, when Canada was ceded to the British.

I saw this and thought I'd pass it on..... Male & Female Nicknames (Source Unknown) Nickname Christian Name(s) Bell, Bella, Belle Arabelle, Anabelle, Isabel, Isabella, Rosabel Bess, Bessie Elizabeth Beth Elizabeth Betsy, Betty Elizabeth Bitsy Elizabeth Bob, Bobby Robert Cindy Cinthia, Cynthia, Lucinda Daisy Margaret Delia Adelia, Adele, Cordelia Dick Richard Dobbin Robert Dode, Dody Dorothy, Theodore, Theodorick Dora Dorothy, Eudora, Theodora Ed, Eddie, Eddy Edgar, Edmund, Edward, Edwin, Edwina Effie, Effy Euphemia Eliza Elizabeth Greta Margaret, Margaretha Ella, Ellie Eleanor, Elenora Fannie, Fanny Frances Frankie Frances (female), Francis (male), Franklin Genie Eugenia Hal Harold, Henry Hank Henry Harry Henry Hattie Harriet(t) Hettie Esther, Henrietta, Hester Jack, Jackie John Jamie James, Jameson Jenny Jane, Janet, Jeanette, Jennett, Virginia Jim, Jimmy James Jock John John, Johnnie, Johnny John Kate, Katie, Katy Katherine Kathie Katherine Kit, Kitty Katherine Kay Katherine Lena Angelina, Helena, Magdalena, Paulina, Selena, et al Lettie Letitia Libby Elizabeth Lina Angelina, Helena, Magdalena, Paulina, Selena, et al Lisa, Lise Elizabeth Liz, Lizzie Elizabeth Lucy Lucinda Madge Margaret Maggie Margaret Maisie Margaret, Mary Mamie Mary Marty, Martie Martha Mattie Martha May Mary Midge Margaret Meg, Megan Margaret Meta Margaret Millie, Milly Amelia, Mildred Moll, Mollie, Molly Mary Nell, Nellie, Nelly Eleanor, Elenora, Ellen, Helen Nora Elenore, Elenora, Honora, Honoria Ollie Olive, Olivia, Oliver Patsy, Patty Patricia, Patience, Martha Peg, Peggy Margaret Penny Penelope Polly Mary Rich, Richy Richard Rob, Robbie, Robby Robert Robin Robert Sadie Sarah Sallie, Sally Sarah Sammy Samuel, Samson, Samantha Sukie, Suchie, Suchy Susan, Susanna, Susannah Tad Theodore, Theodorick Ted, Teddy Edward Theo Theodore, Theodorick Tilly Temperance Tillie Matilda, Mathilda Tina Christina Trina Catharine Vicy Lewvisa Winnie Winefred, Winifred (both male and female)

rlucas wrote: > I have old photos of Ona and Virgie Teter, Ruth Raines, Bruce Raines, Carrie Raines, and Arthur Raines. Also, French Rains, Pauline Bennett, Job Carr, Doc Bonnifield, Bessie Lambert and her mother, John, Becky and Ike Simmons, Grace Hedrick, and many of the Spesserts. Some of these families may not be strictly Pendleton co. families. I don't know how they relate to my family. If anyone wants me to scan these I will. I am interested in knowing how they relate to my family if anyone can fill me in. > Becky I also would like copies of the Raines photos,I tie into the Raines on two different lines,thru Barnett & Susanna Tingler,and Susan Raines who md. Miles Tingler,thanks!

I'd like to have the Raines photos also, I have some Raines photos myself from Pendleton Co. if anyone is interested. Jennifer

Don I forgot the name Blizzard is popular name in Worcester Co Md . My Mumfords were in Somerset and Worcester Co Md. . My Grandmother was a Mumford. These Mumfords are tied to the Handys.

Don, I would love to see if there is some kind of a tie with your ;Mumfords. Where in MD were you Mumfords and what time period are we speaking of. Yes my e-mail on aol is BUSH09A@aol.com Robin

Robin, Some of the Pendleton County Census list this family as Mumford. George was born in 1785 and d. 1870 in Pendleton Co., WV. his spouse was Catherine Heffner, dau. of Cutlip Heffner. George was the son of Jacob Mumbert d. 1815. The family farm is still in the Mumbert Family and is located in Sweedlin Hills close to Ft. Seibert. It is believed Catherine, who died in 1828 is buried on the farm. George then Married Catherine Blizzard. There is a site on the WV Genweb that lists Catherine "Cynthia" Heffner, wife of George Mumbert as marring John Dean in 1814, when Margaret was a baby, and moving to Upshur Co. THIS IS IN ERROR, AND IS ANOTHER CATHERINE HEFFNER. Back to your question about the spelling of Mumbert - Mumford, It could be that it could be the same family. The Mumford and Mumberts in Pendleton Co. is one and the same. Like a lot of the residents of Pendleton Co., including the Heffners and Mumbert, the thick German accent at the turn of the 19th century gave the census takers fits. Example, in Louisiana there was the Zwitz or Zwith. They tried to pronounce it to the census takers, and they would say "Schwig", and point to a tree branch while trying to say "twig." The census takers thought they were trying to say "branch", and being French they would say, "Oh, you mean labranch." Now we have a whole German family line in Louisiana named "LaBranche." Doesn't that take the cake? By the way, I would like to swap information with you on the Mumford - Mumbert Line. I have Catherine Heffner traced way back in MD, But only have Jacob as a starting point on the Mumberts. It would probably be a good idea to take the detailed discussion off the rootsweb and go to straight AOL addresses. Will await your reply. Don Wilson Chalmette, LA

Don I noticed the Mumbert spelling. Was that ever spelled Mumfort. I have MD Mumfort or Mumford s. They arigionally came from England we think. Robin in Lakeland.

Becky, Thank you for sending the Raines Photos. They came out beautiful and clear as a crystal. I will forward them on to my buddy in CO, and I know he will enjoy them. Those Raines in Pendleton Co. even look like his family. His father came from NC and homesteaded a square of land in the Folsom, LA area. They were a big family about 18 of them. They had to get to NC from somewhere, and Pendleton Co. is probably a good a guess as any. Thank you again, and I really appreciate someone who knows how to scan photos and send them in a JPG format. You're the greatest. PS I am researching Mumbert - Heffner - and Harris in Pendleton Co. My gr. grandmother Margaret Mumbert dau of George married John Harris in Pendleton Co ca 1845, and moved to Lewis Co. Ever try to Research a person named John Harris? It is a real challenge. Margaret I have traced back to MD, but John has me stumped. Maybe it is just too common a name. Regards, Don Wilson Chalmette, LA

Mr. Larew requested photos of the Lamberts that I have. I tried to send them twice but they bounced back with the message "return address refused by remote mail server". Sorry, this was the only way I could get the message to you. Becky

Hi Becky, I don't know who you are but I am a Carr, White, Summerfield , Lambert researcher. I work with Barbara Lambert Haney. I don't know what photos you are talking about can you give me more info on that. Barbara is in Pa doing research on her mothers side of the family. Her Lamberts began in Wv or Va before it became Wv. Robin

I have old photos of Ona and Virgie Teter, Ruth Raines, Bruce Raines, Carrie Raines, and Arthur Raines. Also, French Rains, Pauline Bennett, Job Carr, Doc Bonnifield, Bessie Lambert and her mother, John, Becky and Ike Simmons, Grace Hedrick, and many of the Spesserts. Some of these families may not be strictly Pendleton co. families. I don't know how they relate to my family. If anyone wants me to scan these I will. I am interested in knowing how they relate to my family if anyone can fill me in. Becky

Becky, I would love to have .jpg of the Rains - Raines photos you have to send to a gentleman in CO by the name of Bill Raines. He is researching the Raines and I know he would love them. I sent him the ones on the Pendleton Co. website. I have known Bill for about 50 years. Thank you, Don Wilson Chalmette, LA

Hello List, I wrote last week saying I had old pictures of ancestors from the late 1800's and early 1900's but that I had no scanner. I have a scanner now. I have a picture of Ona and Virgie Teter as children, I don't know exactly who they are but perhaps someone on the list will know. I am related to Reuben Teter b.Sept. 29, 1789 who married Christina Phares b. May 10, 1787 in Pendleton co. Then through their daughter Edith who married Adam Sites. I have other pictures and pictures of some Wolfords, Cooper and Spessert families. Most of the photos aren't labeled so I have no idea who they are. Becky

I am looking for the grave of Julius Harman, the son of Abraham Harman and Caroline (McDonald) Harman. Julius died in 1903 in Davis, Tucker County, WV. However, I believe he was brought back to Pendleton County for burial. He is not listed in the Graves Register Books. However, I know that several graves were missed. Please contact me if you know where Julius' grave is located. I would appreciate your help. Thank you in advance, Jeanette in SC ________________________________________________________________ YOU'RE PAYING TOO MUCH FOR THE INTERNET! Juno now offers FREE Internet Access! Try it today - there's no risk! For your FREE software, visit: http://dl.www.juno.com/get/tagj.

Hi, My GGGG Grandfather, Johann Adam LOUGH B. 1737 in Germany, married Maria Barbara LACK. My source for this was the LDS site. If that is true, can any one give me information on Maria Barbara Lack? Una Kisamore

These surnames are at the core of my family research: Hamrick (Webster, Randolph, Braxton, Nicholas) Gregory (Bath, VA., Webster, Randolph) Riggleman (Webster, Randolph) Miller (Webster) Cogar (Webster, Randolph) Chapman (Webster, Randolph) Mollohan (Braxton, Webster) Given (Bath, VA, Webster, WV) Trainer (Highland, VA, Pocahontas, WV) Lambert (Pendleton, Pocahontas) Gum (Pocahontas Co., WV and VA) ,Zickafoose (Pendleton, Pocahontas, Greenbrier) Conrad (Randolph, Webster) Baughman (Randolph, Webster) dhamrick@neo.rr.com Dan Hamrick 402 23rd Street NW Canton OH 44709 Phone and fax: 330-454-2376

Sorry, folks, I was trying not to clutter our mailboxes with a quote of mail we had just received. Perhaps some deleted it without reading it or just didn't get it for some reason. So much for my trying to save space. I was commenting on: >Saw this in the Sidney Ohio newspaper and thought it worth mentioning. >Sorry > it is so long but please read it in its entirety: > > Ohio's only Civil War battlefield (and only one of three on Northern soil) is > about to be destroyed at the hands of a sand and gravel company. Buffington > Island Battlefield is largely owned by the Shelley Materials of Thornville, > Ohio, and company has filed and received permits to operate a gravel pit on > the battlefield because Ohio has no historic preservation laws. The battle > saved the North from further invasions when 8000 Union soldiers stopped 2200 > Confederate raiders after doing huge damage across Ohio. It is the only > battlefield where two future presidents - Hayes & McKinley -- participated. > Between 54 and 105 US soldiers are buried in an unmarked, unlocated grave on > the battlefield. Despite the fact that technology exists to locate these > veterans, neither the gravel company nor the state of Ohio will do so. > Currently, Ohio law does not recognize human remains after 125 years of > burial, so these soliders do not count in the eyes of the state. > If more info is needed contact John Rawdon, 3471 Ellen Drive, Akron, Ohio or > Margaret Parker, president, Meigs County Pioneer & Historical Society, PO Box > 145, Pomeroy, Ohio 45769. > > Email addresses: > meigscountyhistoricalsociety@dragonbbs.com > kdashley2@hotmail.com (Keith Ashley) > > Please visit the petition to save the battlefield at > http://www.petitiononline.com/Buff/petition.html. > > Also visit the Saving Buffington island Web Site at > http://www.geocities.com/buffington_isle/. > > Thanks! Diane