Queries for Bedford County
August 1997
Ginger Hoffman Tue Aug 19 15:58:40 1997
susannah O'DONNELL was born March 10, 1893 in Bedford County, Penn. to james O'DONNELL and susan MILLER. james was born Apr. 1829 in Ireland and susan was born Mar. 1864. This couple probably married in 1884 as their first child, mary a., was born March 1885. Their other children were: joseph, born Jan. 1887; rose, born ca 1889 and died 1891; james thomas, born July 15, 1896. This family moved to Latrobe, Westmoreland County, Penn. where they were in the 1900 census. Does anyone have any information on this family?Linda Webb Tue Aug 19 12:52:16 1997
I am looking for information concerning Martin Helsel, who served in the Civil War. He married Eve Oaks, and the family eventually moved to Somerset Co. Randy Muir Mon Aug 18 10:13:58 1997
Looking for any info on the following family. John & Anna Catherine SCHNEIDER. John b. abt 1809 in Germany & Anna Catherine b. abt 1813 in Germany. They had at least 1 dau. who was probably b. in Bedford Co., PA in 1842. Her name was also Anna Catherine. They had an eldest son, John Tulbert, but he was b. in Hanover, Germ. in 1837. They also had 2 younger children, but they were b. in Iowa. So, as best I can figure, this family lived in Bedford Co. sometime between 1837-1842 at least. I don't know when they immigrated from Germ. or anything. Any help, cooperation, & suggestions would be very much appreciated. Randy MuirTom Clabaugh Sun Aug 17 17:37:26 1997
Andrew IRONS (July 11, 1819- Sept. 3, 1889) married Sarah ?? (Nov. 25, 1814- Jan. 21, 1894) in abt. 1840. They lived in Monroe Twp., Bedford Co., Pa. Both are buried in Union Cem., Clearville, Pa. Does anyone know who Andrew's father was? I would be interested in sharing IRONS family info. That includes IRONS families living in several counties in Pa. as well as several counties in Maryland.
brent hyatt Tue Aug 12 22:49:26 1997
Need any info on children of Andrew FRIEND, bn circa 1717, md. Josepha DRAKE. Their children were mostly born in Bedford Co. PA from 1754 to 1777. Childrens names included Jemima, Charles, Sarah, Andrew, Susannah, Elijah, Dianna, Joanna (or Josina), Rachel and Rebecca. Specifically need data on Josina. She died in Hocking Co. OH about 1865. Think she was married to Hezekiah or Richard HYATT, but need more data. Will answer all posts. Thank you.sDave Holland Tue Aug 12 19:09:58 1997
I am looking for any information on CATHERINE WALLOCK born around 1792, daughter of MICHAEL WALLOCK and lived in bedford twp. She Married JOHN DIBERT also of Bedford twp. abt 1813. They later moved to Tuscarawas County in Ohio. Eventually Catherine died in Van wert County Ohio. any information on the Wallock family would be appreciated. dave holland shawney@bright.netEugenia Marie Meadows Tue Aug 12 07:44:12 1997
I am looking for information on the following family members with in the late 1800's to present. To give some insight. I was born out of wed- lock so I do not bear the Callahan name. I am looking for information on Grand and Great Grand family members on my mother's side of my family. To my knowedge there are no living relatives older than me. I was born in 1968 or 1966 but my mother was born in butler in 1936 or 1934. The dates are not consistant on legal documents so any insight or help would be appreciated. As you can see from the list they were not real creative when it came to first namesGary Young Tue Aug 12 05:49:53 1997
Interested in Samuel MCCALL who is in the 1790 census of Bedford Co.,Pa. Was he the same Samuel McCall who had been in Cumberland/Franklin counties in Peters township from the early 1770's until 1785. In the census he is next to John DICKEY who had married Betsy MCCALL in Upper West Concocheaque presby. Church (located in Franklin Co., formerly in Cumberland Co). Did Samuel have sons named Samuel Jr. and John?
Jan McNeill Sat Aug 16 14:01:27 1997
Searching for John MCVICAR and Agnes WILSON's marriage evidence approximately 1852-53 in Allegheney Cty. A son, Donald MCVICAR was born there in 1854, and possibly 2 daughters, Elizabeth and Mary. He was a miner. Agnes WILSON was a servant and was born in Scotland.jack lemke Fri Aug 15 12:27:29 1997
Looking for information on LING, Isaac (John) born DEC 13 1832 Bedford Co, PA to Christian Ling and Elizabeth ?. Would like info on Christian and Elizabeth and any other children they had.Barbara Little Thu Aug 14 20:58:11 1997
Seeking infromation on STICKLER and LYSINGER family's of Bedford County. Peter STICKLER, b. 14Aug 1804 d.May1854,Fulton Co, IL.. I don't know who were Peter's parents. Peter married Sophia LYSINGER,b.13Feb 1812,Bedford Co. Pa. d.25 Nov 1892,Fulton Co, IL.. They were married 21 Sept 1825. Sophia LYSINGER parents were John and Susanna LYSINGER of Bedford County, Pa. If there is a Family member out there would appreciate hearing from you. Thank youDonna Nichols Thu Aug 14 07:24:24 1997
STEEL, Rev. John. born Ireland 1715, married to Margaret HUTCHINSON . I have a copy of his will probated in 1779 left his plantation in Bedford to his sons John and Robert. I knew nothing of this plantation or about him until I got the will. Would like more information about Rev. John STEEL, including Church affiliation.Nancy Young Wed Aug 13 17:38:06 1997
Looking for infomation on Naomi DINEEN, of Whip's Cove She married James SMITH about 1800, they lived in Bedford Co. and had 13 children thereJeri Garner Wed Aug 13 17:20:43 1997
Looking for any information on the surname TEDEROW, TIDEROW, TEDROW, TIDROW (Some of the given names: Reuben, Micael, Peter). This family appears on the 1st Bedford Co censue. Thanks so much. Jeri
Kriss Replogle Wed Aug 13 13:03:23 1997
HOUSER,HOOVER,KAGARISE,REPLOGLE,METZGER,BRUMBAUGH,FLUCK. Martin HOUSER, Sr., b. Germany?, d. 1777 Morrison's Cove Indian massacre. Son Martin HOUSER, Jr. b. 1756, Bedford Co., d. 1840 Harrisburg, Stark Co., OH, m. Anne HOOVER, b. abt 1755 in PA, d. aft 1830; children Esther & Daniel. Anne was dau. of Jacob Huber (b. 1730-1735, d. 10 Dec 1800) & Anna Christina GUTH (b. 1735, d. 1801) of Woodbury Twp., Bedford Co. Seeking info on Martin HOUSER, Sr. and spouse and interested in sharing info on above surnames.Barb14 Aug 1997
I am trying to find any one who might have info on STICKLER or LYSINGER for Bedford County. I know the family's were there in later part of 1700's and 1800's. Thank youMarian Lynch Sun Aug 10 20:32:54 1997
Researching PECK family circa 1780 thru 1850. Specifically the ancestors of Mary PECK born circa 1822. Later married ELI or ELIEL BENSON 1841 and later lived in Cambria County
Jere S. Keefer Sun Aug 10 11:57:18 1997
OAKES. Seek data on Isaac Oakes born before 1803 who married before 1824 to Elizabeth Mason and lived in Bedford Co., PA. This area is now Fulton co., PA. This family was in Ohio by 1835. His wife, Elizabeth was also born before 1803 in present Fulton Co., the daughter of John and Mary Mason of Warfordsburg, PA.Carol Pratt Sun Aug 10 11:46:18 1997
Looking for any information on the HOOVER family in Bedford Co.
Sondra Gregory Sat Aug 9 13:47:56 1997
LINDSEY/SIMMONS. I am looking for any informaion on ROBERT LINDSEY born 2 april 1799 in Bedford Co. Pa. He married REBECCA ELIZABETH SIMMONS born oct 3 1788 in Westmoreland County, Pa, I think. Her father was a VALENTINE SIMMONS. I have no informaion on him. ROBERT LINDSEY'S father was a JAMES LINDSEY born in Scotland in 1752
SANDRA IMMESOTE Thu Aug 7 11:17:59 1997
HOBBICK,george/METZ anna margareth:George b.? in Germany.Married METZ,anna margareth daughter of METZ,george michael & margareth of Germany.Marriage date ? HOBBICK,george& anna had 8 children:george,b.1837:susan,b.1838:barbara,b.1843:eva,b.1845:henry,b.184 7;(my gg-grfather)phillip,b.1851 phillip,b.1851;fred,b.1853;fred & phillip being born in Winchester,Ind.where family migrated in 1849.Other children b. in Bedford Co.Anna's siblings being:valentine,b.1815;fesina,b.1815;eve,b.1819;george,b.1821;barbara,b.1 822;elizabeth,b.1823;kate,b.1823;phillip,b.1829; susan,b.1832.Anna parents buried in cemetary in Bedford Co.w/3 names:ground hog valley,rineards,or st.john luthern.Have no info on george HOBBICK other than census says b. in Germany.Would appreciate any help of any kind.Sandra Immesote,15 So. Reformatory,Hutchinson, Ks.67501 Thanksginny walton Thu Aug 7 08:01:09 1997
Seeking info on Patrick CONNER who lived in Turkeyfoot Twp Bedford Co. PA eaarly 1800's. Had wife Mary. He died about 1812.
Phyllis Crawford Thu Aug 7 07:47:27 1997
Searching for parents of Peter STRAYER, blacksmith who moved from Bedford County to the John NOON farm in the Frankstown Road, 4 miles from Johnstown. Peter married 1 Elizabeth KNIELSLEY and had these children: John P. STRAYER b. Jun 1806 Bedford Co., PA, m. Julia Ann KLINEFELTER d. 20 Oct 1884 Lower Yoder Twp.,Cambria Co. Barbara, deceased Adam, of Cambria Co. Rachel, of Iowa Catherine, deceased Sarah, Deceased Jacob P. of Lower Yoder Twp. Peter then married Catherine, a daughter of Adam REAM and had the following children: Mary, of Jackson Township, married to Jacob KLINEFELTER Susann, wife of George BYROADS of DeKalb County, IN Peter, who disappeared 40 years ago Matthias, deceased Esther, wife of David LIVINGSTON of Braddock Joshua, of Mansfield, OH Joseph S., a Justice of the Peace in Cambria Co. Daniel, of White Township Julia Ann, wife of Adam KENMERY of Taylor Township David, deceasedHarold Davey1 Aug 1997
I have a Jonathan Pepple who m. Rebecca Smith in Bedford Co. abt 1844. They had 4 children b. in Bedford: Ada, Daniel, Theodicia, and John Thomas plus Sophia/Cethia b. in Harrisburg or Bedford.Ellen (Diem) Prazenica7 Aug 1997
Hello--In the 1850 Census there is a C. Bastum Diem living in Middle Woodbury Twp. His wife is Elisabeth and they have 5 children. I believe he is the brother of my 5ggrandfather from Lancaster Co. Prior to this he lived in Franklin Co. and in 1860 is no longer in Bedford Co. I'd like to make contact with anyone researching the Diem line or his wife. Have much on the Lancaster Co. Diems. Thanks. --Larry DeanAug 5 1997
Seeking information on George Dean, born 1786, probably in Allegheny Co., PA. May have married daughter of Henry Hoshel. Children Martha Dean, Henry Hoshel Dean, and Mary Dean born in PA 1810, 1811 and 1815, respectively. Family removed to Ontario, Canada by 1818. Henry Hoshel listed in Bedford Co. in 1780 tax list.
Denise Miller Tue Aug 5 19:37:25 1997
I'm looking for any info on one Jacob VALENTINE" Marr'd to Nancy RICHARDS in the 1800 census for Cumberland Valley. Jacob and Nancy were the parents of Andrew VALENTINE 1-9-1830 born in Greenup Co. KY.Gini 5 Aug 1997
Searching for info on Patrick CONNER of Bedford Co., Turkeyfoot Twp. Pa. Came from Ireland to Pa, Chester Co.as indentured servant and served 4 yrs. Migrated to York co., then Bedford. Died about 1813. Any help greatly appreciated. Thanks, giniNancy Agnew Peche Sun Aug 3 06:59:39 1997
George WERTZ, in his will dated Feb. 22, 1836 and probated Feb. 10, 1837, County of Bedford, PA lists in his will the following children: John WERTZ, George WERTZ, Thomas WERTZ, Daniel WERTZ, William WERTZ, Mary TAYLOR, Elizabeth KINTON, Rosanna MOWRY and Mintia WERTZ. In another document recorded in the Bedford County Courthouse, Deed # 11843, Book Z, Page 337, This Indenture for Harrison Twp., Bedford County, it lists Hugh E. KINTON, Frances KINTON, Rebecca KINTON, and James A. KINTON, Junior as children of James KINTON and Elizbeth WERTZ, now deceased, daughter of George WERTZ. I'm seeking the maiden name of the wife of George WERTZ of Bedford County and also the parent's names of James KINTON who married Elizabeth WERTZ?Arlene Fletcher Mon Aug 4 18:47:25 1997
PALMER, Henry and his family, especially David, his brother (1793) and David's son, Levi (abt 1825), also Levi's son, James Edward Palmer. Henry was born in Bedford County, and went to Indiana Co. when a young man. Sometime after his marriage to Barbara Empfield he moved to Jefferson County, locating in Perry Township, where he purchased timberland and developed a farm in the midst of the forest. He spent the remainder of his life there, dying in 1865, at the age of 73. Beside farming, he was a cooper, like his father, Henry Palmer Sr., who emigrated to Pa. from Germany with his four brothers. Henry Sr. married Susanna Dunkleberger and had 9 children: Peter, d-abt 1865; Mary (Polly), b-abt 1798, married David Reed of Indiana Co.; Henry Jr; John; Charles, who married Jane Campbell; David, b-4-20-1793, d-1879 in Burrell Twp, married Jane Bell abt 1831, in Wheatfield Twp., Indiana, Pa.; Elizabeth (Betsy); Esther; and Nancy Palmer. Henry and Barbara Empfield had 24 children, of which I have the following names: Michael, b-1812, Indiana Co.; Issac; Henry; David; Sarah; Jane; Clement; Peter; Mary; Caroline; George and Martha. Any information on any of this family will be greatly appreciated. arlene@cport.comRobert A. Gosnell Sat Aug 2 05:42:42 1997
Looking for the parents of my great-great-great grandfather Daniel GOSNELL, Sr. who moved from (Maryland ?) with a relative, Reverend Joshua (W ?) GOSNELL (first Methodist Episcopal minister in the Commonwealth of PA?) to the Trough Creek area of Huntingdon County circa 1788. Also looking for the parents and children of Alvin P. BROWN, b. 09/1794 d. 01/21/1885 a U.S. veteran of the War of 1812. Also looking for the parents and burial place of Alvin's wife, Clarissa CHAPMAN (a relative of Johnnie APPLESEED). Alvin P. BROWN is buried in the church cemetery at Frytown, Iowa, along with a young son, Henry A. BROWN d. 09/06/1865 - aged 5 yrs, 2 mos, 15 days - mother's name given as "Nancy". My great-great grandfather was Joshua G. GOSNELL, Sr. who moved from the Trough Creek area with several of his siblings to farm his portion of the 1000 acres of land that his father, Daniel GOSNELL, Sr. had bought in 1814 in what is now Licking County Ohio. The land NNW of Newark includes the settlement of Highwater, OH, and surrounding countryside. My great grandfather, Joshua G. Gosnell,jr. and his wife, Lydia Samantha BROWN, left Licking County Ohio sometime after the Civil War and moved to Iowa...near Frytown aka.(Williamstown or Frank Pierce Post Office)
Harold Davey Fri Aug 1 08:13:50 1997
Jonathan PEPPLE m. Rebecca SMITH abt. 1844 in Bedford Co. Jonathan was b. 18 Aug 1823 (?) in FrederickCo (now CarrollCo) MD. Rebecca was b. 4 July 1828 in PA. Her father ____ Smith was a tavern owner. Jonathan and Rebecca were wed by Rev. Fishburn. Jonathan and Rebecca had 4 children b. in Bedford: Ada, Daniel, Theodicia, John Thomas. Their daughter Sophia/Cethia was b. in Harrisburg or Bedford 22 Jan 1851. Ada was b. 1845-1855 and d. 1863-1873. Daniel was b. 1845-1855 and d. 1850-1860. A Jonathan Pepples, age 22, laborer, b. PA and his wife, Rebecca, age 20, b. PA were in the 1850 census, residing in Colerain Twp., Bedford. In addition to the age discrepancies, this Jonathan was said to have been born in PA not MD. My Pepple family probably moved to Mt. Pleasant, IA abt 1857. My query is: are there any records of tavern owners and preachers which would shed further light on where in Bedford Co. Jonathan and Rebecca lived. I could not find them in the land records. Are there any death records involving Ada or Daniel?
Lorette Choquette-Zale Sat Aug 2 09:15:15 1997
I am seeking to learn where my great-great grandmother's uncle--Lawrence TALIAFERRO is buried. Lawrence raised my great-great grandmother Mary Louisa Brooke-Taliaferro, after her father Hay (of Virginia) died and she became orphaned. Lawrence TALIAFERRO died in Bedford, Pennsylvania on Jan. 22, 1871. (He was born in King George Co., Virginia. He married Eliza(beth) DILLON around 1828, or so. I do not know if they were married in Bedford, or not. They had no children together, but Lawrence had a daughter (ALSO named Mary L.) before his marriage to Eliza Dillon, who was born in 1828 near Ft. Snelling - St. Paul, Minnesota, while he was Indian agent at Fort Snelling, MN. (Lawrence TALIAFERRO was Indian agent at Ft. Snelling for 20 years and was a Major with the U.S. Army at Ft. Snelling until his retirement in 1838 or 1839, when he temporarily retired. He re-enlisted in the army several times and among his positions with the army, he served as military store keeper in Bedford Pa. If anyone has any information regarding Lawrence TALIAFERRO, Mary Taliaferro-Woodbury (his daughter born in Minnesota), his wife Eliz. Dillon, or my great-great grandmother, I would be very grateful to hear from you. Thanks for any type of information you can give me regarding this. Lorette Choquette-Zale at: TwoZales@aol.com
Harold Davey Fri Aug 1 08:15:13 1997
Jonathan PEPPLE m. Rebecca SMITH abt. 1844 in Bedford Co. Jonathan was b. 18 Aug 1823 (?) in FrederickCo (now CarrollCo) MD. Rebecca was b. 4 July 1828 in PA. Her father ____ Smith was a tavern owner. Jonathan and Rebecca were wed by Rev. Fishburn. Jonathan and Rebecca had 4 children b. in Bedford: Ada, Daniel, Theodicia, John Thomas. Their daughter Sophia/Cethia was b. in Harrisburg or Bedford 22 Jan 1851. Ada was b. 1845-1855 and d. 1863-1873. Daniel was b. 1845-1855 and d. 1850-1860. A Jonathan Pepples, age 22, laborer, b. PA and his wife, Rebecca, age 20, b. PA were in the 1850 census, residing in Colerain Twp., Bedford. In addition to the age discrepancies, this Jonathan was said to have been born in PA not MD. My Pepple family probably moved to Mt. Pleasant, IA abt 1857. My query is: are there any records of tavern owners and preachers which would shed further light on where in Bedford Co. Jonathan and Rebecca lived. I could not find them in the land records. Are there any death records involving Ada or Daniel?
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