Centre County, Pa., Queries, Nov.-Dec. 1998

Sun Nov 1 13:17:32 1998
E-mail: Victoria Krebs Mattern
Query: Seeking info on Thomas WATSON, Centre County, Penna. born about 1880-90; died ? Info also can be mailed to Victoria Mattern, 943 Broad St., Emmaus, Pa. 18049

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Sun Nov 1 14:20:37 1998
E-mail: Joyce Adgate
Query: Looking for the parents and birthplace of Joseph KROTZER or CROTZER, b. Oct. 27, 1791, d. in Potter Twp. Centre County, Aug. 7th, 1856. He was mar. to Christina E. or Jane RHONE. Thanks

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Mon Nov 2 04:56:41 1998
E-mail: john ritz
Query: david LOGAN and charlotte FERREE LOGAN lived in Centre county pa during the 1840,s. david was son of thomas and kezia COFFEE LOGAN and charlotte was daughter of george BRESSLER. david was a schoolteacher. their children thomas,david coffee,george bressler,keziah, rebecca,mary catherine,margaret,david,samuel. david died apr 4 1869. i am looking for family information and i am willing to share what i have thank you.

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Mon Nov 2 08:09:07 1998
E-mail: Nancy Narehood Taylor
Query: Centre County CROTZER NAREHOOD, RHONE, CROTZER, WAGNER, BOTTORF searching Joseph CROTZER who married a RHONE.

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Mon Nov 2 12:27:23 1998
E-mail: Nancy Baker
Query: Centre County. Peter YEARICK was born Feb 14, 1798 in Northampton Co. His brother David YEARICK was born in 1800. Peter and a man named Simon YEARICK are listed in the 1820 Union Co census. Peter and David Yearick appear in the 1830 Centre Co Census. I am trying to locate information about Peter and Davids parents. Could the father be "Simon"? Any information would be appreciated.

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Wed Nov 4 01:09:22 1998
E-mail: Alain BIEAU
Query: KURTZ John, France to Irwin ,PA, USA; c.1888 Looking for information on any Kurtz family who emigrate to Irwin (PA) from Lorraine France in 1888 (Kurtz John, Kurtz Henry, Kurtz Nicholas and Kurtz Elisabeth). Children of KURTZ Henry and Margaret BEYRENT born and died in the town of Vieille-Verrerie (Lorraine-France) or Altglasshutte ( Germany in 1888). I would appreciate any information, that anyone can give me. Margot et Alain Bieau 2, Rue Ausone F 57000 Metz Thank you.

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Wed Nov 4 19:59:19 1998
E-mail: Ron Fernsler
Query: FERNSLER FANSLER FENSLER FAHNSLER FASHLER FARNSLER. I am looking for this branch of the family in Centre CO especially Penn twp. This is the family of Philip FENSLER. Also I am interested in any information on Lewis/Louis FANSLER/FASHLER

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Wed Nov 4 20:00:00 1998
E-mail: Rick Hughes
Query: Does anybody have any information on the "Red School House" that was between Bellefonte and Milesburg in 1895? My great grandfather, John R. Sheffler taught there.

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Thu Nov 5 07:31:18 1998
E-mail: Robert Gene Hoop II
Query: 1850 Haines Township, Centre County, PA Nancy HOOP born in 1839 and Rueben HOOP born 1834. Does anyone have information on these individuals or any other HOOP individuals?

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Fri Nov 6 12:43:09 1998
E-mail: VIRGINIA BORKOWSKI
Query: William H. COLLINS was born March 4, 1849 in Pa. His parents were also born in Pa. This is my brick wall so I have to try all counties in Pa. that had COLLINS at that time. Please help. 51698 Pioneer Trail Elliott, IA 51532

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Fri Nov 6 17:15:26 1998
E-mail: Jim Crain
Query: Looking for information on Charles STEELE who lived in Osceola Mills born approximately 1923 of Catholic faith.

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Sat Nov 7 10:25:44 1998
E-mail: Chris Mowery
Query: My great great great grandfather, Thomas CROFT b. 1847 died 1906(very often spelled CRAFT), was from Centre Co., PA and a son of James Croft (born in Wales ca 1807) and Lydia Croft. His brother, John L. Croft, was a 2nd Lt. in the 1st and later 2nd PA Cavalry in the CW. I see that John's family has a book in the library there and I was wondering if there might be any info on Thomas in that book. His wife was either Amanda or Margaret SHANK (or SCHENCK?) they had 4 children, Caroline, Lydia, ALice, and George. Any info on anyone in these families would be greatly appreciated.

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Sat Nov 7 21:11:55 1998
E-mail: Deborah
Query: Centre County -- HENSYL, HEIM, WEBER, KURTZ I have a Lot R. HENSYL (b. 1840) who married Sarah E. "Sally" HEIM (b. 1849) and lived in Howard. Their children included: Blanche HENSYL (married William WEBER of Howard); Annie Irene HENSYL (married Walter J. KURTZ); William C. HENSYL and George S. HENSYL, who were both doctors. I'm especially interested in finding their descendants, but I'd love to have any further information on this family.

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Sun Nov 8 18:54:24 1998
E-mail: Eleanor
Query: LORAH/COX/SHEARER/SCHLEH/FLYNN... Harry LORAH - Snow Shoe, Pa. died 1906..widow and 4/5 children: Sadie (widow) married again COX or SHEARER... Myrtle Lorah died oung (age 28) .... Christina md. Charles FLYNN...had 4 sons.... Justina md. Frank SCHLEH-- one son Francis... Justina died in 1934 (Francis just a baby).... Frank married Jane unknown young Francis graduated from Williamsport High l951/was in US Army.. Our records show Christina and Justina as twins..... Any information, please contact me... Thank you.

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Sun Nov 8 19:57:17 1998
E-mail: Eleanor
Query: VIEHDORFER/NEWMAN...searching for info on : John VIEHDORFER 1814 Bavaria , Germany...md.. Catherine ? daughter Sophia Ellen VIEHDORFER, born Phillipsburg, Pa. in 1869 md. Harrison Stanley NEWMAN...if you have any information and/or are from this family...please contact me...Thank you

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Mon Nov 9 08:06:19 1998
E-mail: Donna Butler Sheaffer
Query: Centre County William BARRETT b 1820 lived in Centre Co. until approx 1850-1860. Looking for his family. Married Maria AUSTIN b 1822. Any help will be appreciated. Thanks

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Mon Nov 9 12:17:35 1998
E-mail: Pam Frye
Query: CENTRE CO. James Buchannan RAINEY born 8/12/1856, parents William and Elizabeth BRADY RAINEY. Married to Rebecca HART, unknown if in Centre Co. or Indiana Co. I'm looking for information on William and Elizabeth RAINEY. I was told by a family member William was born in Ireland, but no location. I don't know anything about Elizabeth.

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Mon Nov 9 23:21:40 1998
E-mail: Christine Alwine Paige
Query: Looking for MILLER researchers who may have the following family group: Heinrich MUELLER, born Nov 5, 1788 in Bern Township, Berks County, married first Mar 13, 1814 to Elisabetha FREIBERGER in Penn Twp, Centre County. Married second on Oct 4, 1836 to Julianna TROXEL/TRAXEL.

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Tue Nov 10 03:20:30 1998
E-mail: Teresa
Query: I am looking for the names HOLLABAUGH,Berfield, SHANKEY, Moore 1800 any info would be app. I will share what I have? Also lookin for infor on Red Jacket Coal Mine? Thanks

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Tue Nov 10 11:46:36 1998
E-mail: Penelope Repko
Query: Centre Co.: ALLISON Seeking the location of an old dam on Penn's Creek in or near Spring Mills. A hotel in a large log house operated by Mary KENNEDY Allison was supposedly close to this dam. Mary died 6 June 1808 in Potter Twp, location unknown. She was married to Archibald Allison, Sr, and was mother of Archibald Allison, Jr, and Matthew Allison, both Revolutionary War soldiers. Any information on the dam, hotel, Mary Allison, Mary's burial site, or her sons greatly appreciated. Snailmail address, if needed: Penelope Repko, RR 1, Box 30, Argenta, IL 62501

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Tue Nov 10 12:11:59 1998
E-mail: MLWright
Query: Seeking Information on Lourie(Laura) DAVIS married William PROUD in1822. Marriage performed by Rev. LINN . Several children were born in area of Belfonte. They moved to Edinburgh in about 1840.

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Tue Nov 10 18:06:41 1998
E-mail: Roger Crane
Query: Seeking information on the family of Alexander McWILLIAMS who resided in Centre County at the time of the 1810 census.

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Wed Nov 11 14:44:10 1998
E-mail: Nancy Pullinger
Query: Am trying to find info on Jeremiah MILLER Aug.5, 1847 m. Margrete Jane HARPSTER Dec. 3, 1858 on April 2, 1879. Jeremiah was the son of John MILLER who was m. to Kathryn EMERICK b. June 4, 1811; d. April 20,1899. Jeremiah was my ggrandfather and I have no info beyond his father, John. Am also researching HARPSTER, EMERICK, HOY, SHUMAKER (SHOEMAKER from MEIGS CO., OH

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Wed Nov 11 16:00:48 1998
E-mail: John Mulac
Query: I'm looking for Information on William HICKS & Elizabeth WOMER of Centre Co.They are listed in the 1860's census of CENTRE Co.along with their children, Mary, Samuel, Clara, George,Sarah and David. I would like to find out where they went after the 1860's census. Please E-mail or write to 1867 Landana Dr Concord, Ca 94519-1134

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Fri Nov 13 20:56:30 1998
E-mail: Lori Kaufman
Query: I am looking for my family tree. My Grandmother's maiden name was SIRWELL and she alway talked about a Col. William Sirwell I know he is buried somewhere around Ford City, Pa. I would like to know as much as possible of record the this family History. Thank you Lori Kaufman 59 Valpo Crt Westville, In 46391

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Fri Nov 13 21:59:18 1998
E-mail: Elaine Waiters`
Query: Centre CO: WEAVER, MEYER I would like to get in touch with any descendants of the Elizabeth (WEAVER) MEYER in the Memorial Day article on the Centre Co. website. I believe she was a sister of my Jacob WEAVER who came to CA in the 1849 gold rush. I'd love to exchange information with her relatives. Thanks for any help in finding these cousins.

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Sat Nov 14 08:22:10 1998
E-mail: Carla S. Eaton Hornibrook
Query: WEAVER - Looking for descendants of or information on Rebecca Jane WALKER (B. June 17, 1878 or 1879) married to Charles Weaver. Becky was a sister to Serena WALKER EATON. I have family pictures and need help in identifying the individuals. Thanks!

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Sat Nov 14 23:40:53 1998
E-mail: Emily Harrison
Query: I am seeking info on my gggrandmother and her husband. Her name was Hannah COHOE and she married James Haden (?) MURPHY. I am told she lived in Julian, Centre CO., about 1890. She must have died between 1890 and 1909. I am particularly looking for any specific info. on her, her husband's complete name, marriage date, land holding info., children, etc. Anything you would be able to share would be appreiciated. Thank You

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Sun Nov 15 11:53:24 1998
E-mail: Vicki Krebs Mattern
Query: Seeking information on Charles KREBS, lived in Centre County (Bellefonte) around 1910-1912--born around 1880-1890, possibly in Wilmington, Delaware area. Went back to Delaware in 1912, about ??

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Sun Nov 15 12:39:34 1998
E-mail: Toni Norman
Query: Centre Co. SMITH. I am looking for information on Stephen SMITH and his wife Maria TROUP. They have the following children: David, DAniel, Peter, John, William, James, Catherine md to Henry KEPHART, Maria Elizabeth md to George KEPHART, Barbara, and George B. I believe Stephen SMITH's father was John SMITH.

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Sun Nov 15 21:06:15 1998
E-mail: Eleanor
Query: 11-15-98 LORAH/LORRAH-BECK-PRICE...... George LORAH/LORRAH md. Leah BECK...had several children)- one son Goege md. Nancy Margaret PRICE...lived in Snow Shoe, PA many years -had 9 children....both died in 1916 in Snow Shoe, PA, buried in Askey Cemetery....she was daughter of Charles Price/Mary Long...we do not have much info on the PRICE family and less on the BECK family....any one have any info on the above???? please contact me... THANK YOU, Eleanor gtrjj@pce.net

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Mon Nov 16 20:26:49 1998
E-mail: Susan Holland Bush
Query: My great grandmother was Susan GARDNER ROBB She married David ROBB of Bedford, PA He was born in 1835 and died in 1914. I am trying to find any information to Susan. Have no dates and would like to know were she was born, when and who her parents were. They lived in Latrobe for 30 years. My grandmother was Bertha ROBB GILCHRIST. Found one GARDNER listed in 3rd generation of GILCHRISTS but the last name only was surrounded with ???? If anyone can make a connection with Susan and David it would be greatly apprectiated. Susan Holland Bush oliverisa@aol.com

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Tue Nov 17 10:41:26 1998
E-mail: Vicki (Krebs) Mattern
Query: AIKEY: Looking for info on any AIKEY ancestors of Centre Co., PA, Curtin area. Especially interested in relatives (parents, siblings, etc.) of William AIKEY--my gr-gr-grandfather, born about 1860. He married Harriet LEATHERS.

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Tue Nov 17 11:24:42 1998
E-mail: Florence Cannariato
Query: Where are the BENNERS in BENNER Twp? I known some of them went to Chester Co. Did they all leave? I'm looking for parents of Jonathan Benner who married Eliza Janette Himes in Elverson, Chester Co., Pa. in 1811. They named their three daughters Hannah ROBERTS Benner(EVANS),Ann Himes(CRISMAN),and Mary Himes(LUDWICK). I believe I am looking for the descendants of Ruth Roberts and Philip Benner. Can anyone help?

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Tue Nov 17 22:28:03 1998
E-mail: John Griffin
Query: I am seeking a record of the marriage of Joseph HALDEMAN/HALDERMAN. It is likely that the bride's name is Susannah. The event would have occurred before 1815. I know the Centre County Library and Historical Museum has a marriage record for that time period. I would like to contact someone who uses that facility on a regular basis. I would also like to contact someone who is familiar with Center County church records, 1750-1850. Any information will be greatly appreciated. Thank You.

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Thu Nov 19 09:23:25 1998
E-mail: David A. Bailey
Query: Hi All Iam trying to find out anything I can about My BAILEY ancestry, My Fathers name was Joseph Earl Bailey we lived in Juniata , Blair county about 1937 or 38. Joseph was married to Kathryn E. (THOMPSON) Bailey sons were Joseph Arnold Bailey, David Allan Bailey(Me) My father left us about 1946 or 47 I was about 3 years old We also lived in Alexandria, Huntingdon and Mill Creek Huntingdon County. Please if you have any info. on Joseph Earl Bailey I would like to have some closure even if it means He is no longer alive. I have a 9 page Genelogy on the Thompson Family (Moms side) Some of the prominent names are THOMPSON, FORSHEY, SPECK, CORBIN, KYLE, BURKE etc. if anyone is looking for this info. mostly in Huntingdon County I would be glad to check this document. My mailing address is: David A. Bailey HCR 61 Box 480 Mill Creek, PA 17060

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Thu Nov 19 19:05:29 1998
E-mail: William Keister
Query: KEISTER

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Thu Nov 19 21:59:11 1998
E-mail: Sue CRAIG
Query: Centre Co. - CRAIG; BAUER. Seeking info on Robert M. CRAIG (abt 1819, PA); married Catherine BAUER (abt 1827, PA). Date of marriage unknown. Lived in Centre Co. 1840s. Two oldest children born there. Martha C. (1845), Elizabeth L. (1847). The Oct., 1850 Illinois census indicates family had migrated to Joliet, Ill.; then to Pope Co., Ill. by 1870. Sue CRAIG - 931 4th Ave. - San Manuel, Az. 85631

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Fri Nov 20 18:40:55 1998
E-mail: Joan Kramer Wood
Query: I'm searching for information regarding my great, great grandfather, John Felix KRAMER who was born in Centre co. in 1847. Also his wife, Marie J. OWENS was born in Centre Co. in 1848. My great grandfather Harry B. Kramer was also born there as was my grandfather, Cecil M. Kramer. I'd appreciate any information available on this family. Thank you.

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Sat Nov 21 23:35:18 1998
E-mail: Scott Kater
Query: Centre Co.: STEMM, REIBER, KEENE and FLEISCHER-- ---- Adam K STEMM and Elizabeth REIBER were married somewhere in CENTRE Cty. around 1845 and eventually moved to Berrien Cty, MI. I am seeking any information on them and their families in PA.----Adam K STEMM was born 15 Jul 1823 and his father was John Adam STEMM and his mother was Elizabeth KEENE.----- Elizabeth REIBER was born 13 Sep 1826 and her father was Jacob REIBER and her mother was Mary FLEISCHER. ------Scott Kater, N4067 Mary Joan Ct, Appleton,WI 54915

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Sun Nov 22 05:31:12 1998
E-mail: Mary Ann MEEK Stephan Buswell
Query: Researching MEEK, SHIFFER, KREBS (KREPS), McWILLIAMS, and YOUNG in Ferguson Township of Centre County and also MEEK and McWILLIAMS in the Spruce Creek area in Huntingdon County, PA

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Mon Nov 23 18:26:00 1998
E-mail: Richele Herr
Query: I am currently searching for information on my WEIGHT (WAITE) relations, specifically Clarence R. WAITE who was married to Marlo, William Henry WAITE, and George E. WEIGHT who was married to Ethel Geraldine SHOPE

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Tue Nov 24 07:41:56 1998
E-mail: Jennifer Wiley
Query: WILEY: Looking for David WILEY (wife Susanna), living in Centre Co. about 1800-1810. They moved to Columbiana County Ohio in 1810. Also looking for information about Robert WILEY, who died in Centre Co. in 1830.

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Tue Nov 24 17:50:19 1998
E-mail: Paul Drake
Query: Centre Co. Query; CARNER, BUSH; Does anyone know Henry CARNER, b.c.1805, md. c.1825 to Mary BUSH, lvd. Centre Co in the 1830s, had Charles, Daniel, Mary Jane, William, Nancy, and Elizabeth (and others?). He died in the 1860s, probably in Blair Co., and Mary BUSH CARNER died in Blair in 1882. Was his father Peter??; was it John Kerner?? Your help would be much appreciated. Thanks. Paul

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Wed Nov 25 12:19:00 1998
E-mail: Amanda Daniels
Query: I am looking for any info on a SNYDER family of Centre county. I am especially looking for a Henry SNYDER who married an Eve SMELKER

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Fri Nov 27 08:16:52 1998
E-mail: JACKI BANEY PILLOT
Query: A group of us BANEY'S are trying to find BANEY relatives in order to have a family reunion summer of 1999. If there is any info available could you please respond to my email?

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Fri Nov 27 16:42:16 1998
E-mail: Alison Shaw
Query: Any information on the MYERS Family, James or Mary that lived in Philipsburg. Please email me at mashaw4@aol.com

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Fri Nov 27 19:28:49 1998
E-mail: Don Gardner
Query: I am trying to prove who Samuel GARDNERs father was. Any help would be greatly appreciated. I have heard but can't prove that he was the son of William GARDNER who was a son of John and Nancy (THORNTON) GARDNER Samuel & Nancy (TIPTON) GARDNER Left Centre County, PA in May 1855 -- Settled in Auburn, Fayette County, IA Following is thier family: Samuel V GARDNER b:1809 in PA d:12/06/1868 in Auburn, IA +Nancy TIPTON b:4/22/1815 in PA d:11/13/1883 in Stockton, KS Washington W GARDNER b:12/12/1839 in Howard, PA d:3/29/1913 in Rock Rapids, IA +Emma SIMAR b:12/29/1843 in PA d: 3/22/1925 in Rock Rapids, IA Joseph W GARDNER b:2/3/1842 in Centre County, PA d:9/19/1904 in West Union, IA Elvina CARTER b:1/1847 in England d:1930 in West Union, IA Josephine GARDNER b:1847 in Centre County, PA d:Unknown Sarah E GARDNER b:6/1/1849 in Centre County, PA d:12/27/1913 in Stockton, KS + Jonathan W CALLENDER b:11/2/1845 in Huntington, Luzern County, PA d:12/27/1932 in Stockton, KS Gibson GARDNER b:1852 in Centre County, PA d:Unknown Mary E GARDNER b:1854 in Centre County, PA d:Unknown Absolom T GARDNER b:1858 d:Unknown

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Fri Nov 27 19:45:39 1998
E-mail: SUSAN K. WITMER
Query: 3182 Pine Road Danielsville, PA. 18038 John MARTZ FATHER'S NAME: John MARTZ Katherine MARTZ (BRADFORD) Elmer MUSICK Father's name:Daniel MUSICK Ruth MUSICK (SHAWVER)

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Sat Nov 28 13:19:13 1998
E-mail: Penny Hopfer
Query: I am looking for possible connection to my family: Samuel David LUDWIG b - 6/30/1851 in Centre County, PA Ellen N. SCRUDDERS b- 7/12/1851 in Centre County, PA Anyone have any idea where in Centre County they were born? Who their parents were? Would appreciate any help? Penny Hopfer 3124 Melvin St. Rosamond, CA 93560

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Mon Nov 30 10:57:06 1998
E-mail: Nancy Taylor
Query: Centre County - INGRAM I am searching for Thomas INGRAM b. 1789 Chester Co., stone in Quaker Cemetery in Bellefonte that says "In Memory of Thomas Ingram" - there are no dates or other information on it. Thomas may have married Eliza DAVIS. Thomas died 20 Nov. 1853 here in Centre County. Lived in Dix Run in Union Township. Children names - Sarah, George D., Maria, & Hickman.

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Thu Dec 3 11:20:04 1998
E-mail: Dan Stevenson
Query: ROTHROCK; I am working on large ROTHROCK family tree. A large ROTHROCK family lived at Bellefonte, Centre County, Pennsylvania. Will trade information with anyone with knowledge of any ROTHROCK family. Dan_Stevenson@lajolla.sparta.com (127-D W. Glaucus Street, Leucadia, CA 92024 (760-942-3754).

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Thu Dec 3 16:01:05 1998
E-mail: Jeff Feeser
Query: My Great Grandparents were John William WATKINS born in Philipsburg, Centre Co., Pa (12Jul1881-6Sept1939) and Mary Helen MILLER (13Feb1889-3May1976). John William WATKINS had the following brothers and sisters: Carrie (MOSHER), Rebecca (FISCHLER), Margaret (CRAGO), Samuel Edward, Jesse, Mary (Harris) and Gordon. Their parents were Thomas "Frank" Franklin WATKINS born in Curtin (8Aug1861-20Feb1937) and Hannah GUNTER (3May1857-9Mar1939). Thomas Franklin WATKINS' siblings were Nancy C.(CA1856-?), John W.(CA1856-15May1881), Daniel A.(CA1860-?), Winfield H.(CA1866-23Sept1887), Samuel Miles (CA1869), and Ida M.(OLSON)(2Jun1872-?). Their parents were Benjamin Franklin Watkins born in Centre Co.,Pa. (CA1836-25Mar1887) and Rebecca RANDOLPH or McCARTNEY(?) (CA1831-30Dec1888). I need to know Rebecca's birth surname (RANDOLPH or McCARTNEY?), and the names of Rebecca's and Benjamin's parents. Any additional info on any of the people mentioned would be very much appreciated.

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Fri Dec 4 03:53:30 1998
E-mail: Karen Roberts
Query: I am searching for the parents of Fred/Frederick JOHNSONBAUGH, born 1890's. I believe the family lived in or around Bellefonte, Centre County. Fred had two brothers that I know of Cecil and Guyer. Any info would be appreciated.

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Fri Dec 4 10:04:13 1998
E-mail: Russell Steele Berg
Query: Looking for information on the STEELE family of Centre County. I am guessing the origin of this road name came from that family. Directions: From State College-- Route 322 West to Route 220 intersection. Take Route 220 North 1.2 miles to STEELE Hollow Road.

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Fri Dec 4 19:23:34 1998
E-mail: Christine Welch Harrison
Query: Centre Co., PA. WELCH, John b. 1786 in Pa.. He was in Adams Ct., Ohio by at least 1820. Family legend has it that he came from Philipsburg, Pa.. May have been following iron ore furnace work. John married Laura ? and they had children with the following names: William, John, Milone, Nancy, Emeline, Elum, Laura. Family was possibly German. Anyone knowing anything about any Welch lines in Centre Co. I would like to hear from you.

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Sat Dec 5 07:06:47 1998
E-mail: Anna Peake
Query: Centre County Names=BOWES,HEICKEL,HAMPTON all around or in Bellefonte

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Tue Dec 8 05:55:15 1998
E-mail: Nancy Bowser
Query: Centre Co. - Martha Jane BENNETT I'm searching for information about my g-g-grandmother Martha Jane BENNETT. She was born December 25, 1835 in the Bald Eagle Valley area of Central PA. She went by the name Jane instead of Martha. She married George W. COWHER on February 24, 1853. She died December 26, 1913 and is buried in Black Oak Cemetery, just outside Port Matilda, Centre Co., PA. I have no information about her parents or siblings. I have been told by relatives that there is Native American heritage in the family but have been unable to trace it. I have just recently started searching for my PA Bennett line and have not found very much. Any help would be greatly appreciated. Thank you and Happy Holidays. --Nancy

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Tue Dec 8 18:15:08 1998
E-mail: John W. Bornholdt
Query: Centre Co., JEANES (JANES, JAMES) Mark JEANES, born about 1788, Somersetshire, England, married Ann Hull (born 02 Jun 1785, Chetnole, Dorsetshire). Both arrived New York on 16 May 1842, farmed in Halfmoon Twp (1850 "JANES", 1860 "JAMES", 1870 "JANES" census entries). Ann died 02 Oct 1867 and is buried in Ross United Methodist Church cemetery near Marengo, in Ferguson Twp. According to legend Mark moved to Clearfield and remarried. Living with Mark and Ann in 1850 was Lott JANES, age 8 years, born in England. Living with them in 1860 is Lott JAMES, age 20 years, born PA, and married to Mary A. ?, age 19 years, born PA. Anyone have any information about these JEANES families? John W. Bornholdt, 1134 Smithville Rd., Mt. Holly, NJ 08060

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Tue Dec 8 22:20:05 1998
E-mail: Beth Gatewood
Query: Seeking imfo on Jacob DIEHL b. 12 Nov 1801 PA; d. 13 Sep 1878 Ottawa Co., OH m. Elizabeth Niehart(Neyhard) b. 17 Feb 1807 PA; d. 18 Oct 1880 Ottawa Co., OH. Their children: 1) Mary Elizabeth b. 1826; 2) Margaret/Rebecca b. 1826 m. John MARKS in Lewisburg, PA; 3)George b. 07 May 1831 m. Julianne KOCH 4)Peter b. 29 Nov 1838 Union Co., PA; d. 16 Feb 1921 Barton Co., OH m. in Snyder Co., PA Margaret MULL b. 24 Feb 1841; d. 29 Jan 1920 ; 4) John b. abt 1833; 5) Jacob b. 12 Apr 1843 Union Co., PA; d. 21 Apr 1911 Barton Co., KS m. Lucy BROMLEY; 6) Joseph b. 20 Nov 1845 Union Co., PA; d. 01 Jun 1917 Allegan Co., MI m. Sarah Catherine ESTERLINE b. 18 Mar 1847 Juniata Co., PA; d. 14 Sep 1919 Allegan Co., MI Any help with this elusive DIEHL (DEAL) family that has roots in Union & Centre Cos. most appreciated.

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Wed Dec 9 19:16:27 1998
E-mail: Kyle Brent
Query: I'm looking for any info on the MCKINNEY family of Centre County My GG-Grandfather was John MCKINNEY who married a lady with the last name MORGAN I believe. Any info on this or any MCKINNEY family would be greatly appreciated. Thank you. K. Brent Stellprod@aol.com

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Thu Dec 10 13:09:32 1998
E-mail: Alice Clay Benedict
Query: Looking for information on the Edward BLAND family of Centre Co. Found them on an 1840 census index. My GGGrandmother was Ann E. BLAND and I am trying to located her parents and siblings. Her death certificate states her father was Edward Bland and her mother Margaret ? (possibly Giles). Thanks.

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Thu Dec 10 14:56:00 1998
E-mail: J RIXIE
Query: Centre County, Are there any births for Benjamin Franklin SCHAFFER born 21 Jan 1841, Harris Township? Father- Jonathan SCHAFFER - Mother- Margaret RICHARDSON

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Thu Dec 10 18:35:38 1998
E-mail: Wayne Emehizer
Query: Looking for descendants of George LONG and Annie EMENHIZER from the Milesburg area.

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Fri Dec 11 09:26:16 1998
E-mail: Georgia Reber, Elliott
Query: Seeking information on REBER's. And the family of Louis Ehthart Reber born 2-27-1858, son of Jacob and Elizabeth Reber. Thanks and Good Luck in your search.

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Fri Dec 11 18:25:30 1998
E-mail: Henry Brooks
Query: I am researhing any and all BROOKS information in Centre and Clinton County. Specifically the ancestors and decendents of Jacob BROOKS and Emaline KEPLER in Clinton County. I would like to fill in all other associated lines also.

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Sat Dec 12 11:31:50 1998
E-mail: Joan Derry
Query: DERRY - Searching for info on Christina DERRY who married William KREIGHBAUM in Centre County, Pa. prior to 1807. Who were her parents and siblings? Thank you!

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Sat Dec 12 13:36:21 1998
E-mail: Keith Jensen
Query: Ella BURKETT in Centre county, Half Moon Township, Pennsylvania. My information says she was born in 1852, but that is approximate. Father and mother were David and Mary BURKETT. Siblings include: John K., Laura R., Anna O., and Emma R.

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Sat Dec 12 20:16:33 1998
E-mail: GEORGE MOYER
Query: Nun ENGLAND Looking for any information on Nun ENGLAND born abt 1760 in Chester County. Believed to have died in Centre County. Looking for date of birth, death, parents etc. Also any inf on his wife whose name was Margaret.

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Sun Dec 13 14:22:24 1998
E-mail: Roger Byers
Query: I'm looking for the family of Isaac BYER (BYERS) B. 23 Feb. 1819 in Centre County Pa., according to his Civil War Pension papers. His mother's name was probably Mary Ann b. abt 1781 in Pa. He moved to Athens Co. Ohio around 1840. If above e-mail address doesn't work, mail to me at robyers@gcfn.org

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Sun Dec 13 19:19:25 1998
E-mail: Chuck Bush
Query: HAZEL,VANCE I was fortunate enough to recently find the obituary of my great-great- grandmother. From this I learned that I had been searching for years for the wrong person. I am hoping that someone else is also researching this family. I am in search of Amelia E. VANCE b. June 26, 1853 in Centre Co., PA d. May 8, 1943 Wallaceton, Clearfield Co., PA. She was married to Jacob HAZEL, unfortunately I have no further information on Jacob. I have been told that Amelia was supposed to have been born and raised in the Millheim area. Any help in placing Amelia or Jacob would be appreciated.

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Tue Dec 15 07:33:03 1998
E-mail: Laura Marshall
Query: Looking for info.on the SAYERS family in Centre County. My grandmother was Myrtle SAYERS her father and mother was David J.and Mary J. SAYERS.They lived in Romola Curtin Twp.

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Tue Dec 15 10:28:04 1998
E-mail: Robert P. Addleman
Query: Any info on ADDLEMAN or McDIVITT surnames in Centre Co., PA between 1804 and 1895. Mary ADDLEMAN (1804-1895), dau of William ADDLEMAN (1779) was born in Warriors Mark, Huntington Co., PA and when the boundary changed in Centre county, she was living in Halfmoon Twp. Mary married James McDIVITT (1804-1879), of Irish descent. McDIVITT descendants lived in Lumber City. Mary ADDLEMAN McDIVITT was buried in Gray's cemetery in Centre Co., and James McDIVITT was buried in the Catholic cemetery in Tyrone, PA. More info can be seen on my Addleman & allied family web site at http://members.aol.com/bobadleman/.

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Tue Dec 15 13:10:04 1998
E-mail: Dave Wallace
Query: KILLINGER, Centre County. Seeking information on William KILLINGER and family, listed in the 1850 Census of Boggs Twp., Centre Co., PA. William KILLINGER bn ca 1810, wife Nancy, (maiden name WILSON) children, William, Samuel, Abram, Frederick< Catherine, And Mary. I know William, Samuel, Abram went on to Clinton County. ANY help appreciated. Have no information on Nancy "WILSON" KILLINGER, or Frederick, Catherine, Mary.

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Wed Dec 16 05:30:42 1998
E-mail: Nancy Hartman
Query: Jonas MILLER married Mary CLAY in Centre Co. PA. 1807, they attended Penn's Creek Luth. Church Penn Hall, Gregg Twp. searching for siblings and parents of Jonas who was born in Lancaster co. Pa.

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Fri Dec 18 17:42:53 1998
E-mail: Fran Highlands
Query: Query: Jeremiah SHERER b-1791 d-1863;Lock Port,Beech Creek twp.,Miles Twp.,Bald Eagle,;Clinton, Centre,Lycoming,Northumberland Cos. M-Sarah STERLING dau. of William and Sarah [JORDE] STERLING b-1796 Northampton Co.: Issue; Ann,Samuel,Lemuel,David,William,James,Thomas Lyle Greenwood,Jeremiah,Francis, and Arietta. 1820-1842 ca.births If anyone can be of assistance with anything on these I'd appreciate it.

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Mon Dec 21 10:13:12 1998
E-mail: Joy Miller-Barbara
Query: Centre County - Lemont I am searching for information on the DALE Family of Lemont. I am a member of this family, but that is about all that I know. Several years ago, I saw a family reunion book from a DALE Family reunion. In it was a complete family tree. I wasn't in it, but my mother and her brothers and sisters were. I would like to find another one of these books, or even better, talk to someone from the DALE family. My mother's name was Janet WALKER. She married Robert MILLER. Her mother was Margaret BEHERS WALKER. My mother has the following brothers and sisters: Judy Walker, MJ Walker, James Walker, Richard Walker, and Ed Walker. Another brother died before my mother was born I think. Please e-mail me with an information at jbarbara@vicon.net. I live in Centre County. Thank you.

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Tue Dec 22 07:22:18 1998
E-mail: Penny Showers
Query: SHOWERS Centre County Surnames:SHOWERS,BARR,SMITH, MC MANN I'm reseaching my family name, SHOWERS in Centre County, Clearfield County. My SHOWERS line is: Grandfather Samuel O. SHOWERS b 1888 in Pa d 1969 in Osceola Mills, Clearfield County, Pa, wife Willa SMITH, daughter of Montgomery "Gum" SMITH and Elma BARR. Greatgrandfather Robert SHOWERS b 1855-1865? Pa, wife Doria MC MANN.GGgrandfather Michael SHOWERS b bet 1835-1837, Berks County? Pa.wife Rebecca? any help ? thanks

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Tue Dec 22 07:33:01 1998
E-mail: Penny Showers
Query: BARR/SMITH Centre County Surnames: BARR, STEWART, SMITH, SHOWERS I'm researching my family tree. My grandmother Willa SMITH b 1890? m Samuel O. SHOWERS b 1888, d 1969,Osceola Mills, Pa. G grandmother Elma BARR b 1870? m Montgomery SMITH b 1850? Pa. GG grandmother Agnes STEWART b 1850? m William Porter BARR b 1852? son of Rev W.B. BARR? Hoboken, NJ? Most lived in Pa, CENTRE, Clearfield, & Berks? Counties. Any help would be appreciated. Thanks.

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Tue Dec 22 13:48:59 1998
E-mail: Patricia Weachter
Query: Searching for information on John F. ROBINSON and Elizabeth BLACKWOOD ROBINSON. Both were born in Warren County, Virginia and died in Rush Twp.,Centre County, PA. Also information on their daughter Mary Ellen who married Henry H. FITZER.

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Wed Dec 23 09:46:52 1998
E-mail: Barbara Stevenson Tushup
Query: STEVENSON,Centre County . James B.Stevenson Born 1884,his sister Purdence Stevenson BURKHOLDER, His father Forrest Stevenson- His mother Ann(HOSTETTER? KERSTETTER?) Is there a cemetary in Poe Paddy State Park? James married Gertrude MULHERN in early 1900's

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Thu Dec 24 06:17:30 1998
E-mail: Steve Zimmerman
Query: HARPER- Looking for the decendants of Judge Adam HARPER of Centre County. Also all related branches.

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Sat Dec 26 09:04:12 1998
E-mail: Stephen Miller
Query: Peter MILLER, b. 1817 in Logan Township, Pa, may have had ancestors who moved from or entered the country at Philadelphia, PA. Any leads?

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Sun Dec 27 13:39:57 1998
E-mail: Allen Ziegler
Query: I have a large genealogy library on the ZIEGLER family , no charge just a hobby . Allen

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Sun Dec 27 16:04:13 1998
E-mail: Walter O. Birtciel
Query: Centre County 1800-1825, John BIRTCIL (BIRCHALL) and Mary (O'NAIL) BIRTCIL (BIRCHALL). Both were born in the eastern part of PA., John on 3-15-1793 and Mary on 4-3-1798. Seeking any and all info on John & Mary, who, according to the Birtcil family bible, were married in Centre County on March 12, 1818. Had three children there: Juliann BIRTCIL (B 3-15-1819); Elizabeth BIRTCIL (B 11-29-1820) and James BIRTCIL (B 1-27-1823). Moved and settled in Rockland Township in Venango County, PA. in 1825.

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Mon Dec 28 06:55:58 1998
E-mail: Toni Richard Turk
Query: William B. MARTIN was born in Centre Co., PA, 13 Feb 1811. It appears from the family bible that he bequeathed that his parents were L. D. MARTIN [died 1 Feb 1849] and C.H. MARTIN [died 2 Jul 1847]. It is being speculated that L. D. MARTIN was the Lawrence MARTIN listed on the 1820 census in Miles Twp., Centre Co., PA. Said Lawrence shows two male and one female children 0-10. Can anyone help? Will gladl share all data.

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Mon Dec 28 12:57:05 1998
E-mail: Robert J. Singleton
Query: Centre Co., Pa SINGLETON Any information re: SINGLETON born 13 July 1798- Died 1869

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Mon Dec 28 18:44:57 1998
E-mail: Priscilla Davis Webb
Query: Centre County SHROVE Looking for information on the Henry SHROVE family. Son John SHROVE was born in Centre County Oct 12 1844, the fourth son. The family left PA in 1846 or 1847. 1850 census shows them in Illinois. Lutheran religion. Possibly Pennsylvania Dutch. Any information would be greatly appreciated.

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Tue Dec 29 12:31:16 1998
E-mail: Nelson
Query: Looking for info on John G. BARGER, married Estella Viola BITTNER. I know that they were in Curtin, Centre Co. PA in 1911. Any info will be greatly appreciated. Thanks!

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Tue Dec 29 14:51:33 1998
E-mail: S.C. Sayers
Query: I am looking for information on a William SAYERS who married a "Miss GRIER". From what I can gather their one sone Grier was born and raised in Centry County about 1809. Any information would be apprecited.

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Wed Dec 30 11:14:49 1998
E-mail: Bill Davenport
Query: Centre County All Surnames I am searching for the MOUNTS family history in Centre County. John and Elizabeth MOUNTS moved from Centre County to Crawford County MO in approx. 1832. The name in Pennsylvania may have been spelled MOUNTZ. John born Sep 6, 1802 died Sep 22, 1856. Elizabeth (maiden name unknown) born January 30, 1807 died Apr 11, 1886. They are buried in Mounts Cemetery in Crawford Couny MO. I am also looking for a connection with Christopher Mounts who I believe to be their son. He is my great grandfather. Christopher born Apr 4, 1828 in Pennsylvania and died Dec 19, 1891. Any help greatly appreciated.

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Wed Dec 30 15:01:44 1998
E-mail: James Lewis Faust
Query: I'm looking for any information about my father,Lewis H FAUST. My mother's name is Pearl.They were divorced in Oct.1959. Any family,or military history would be appreciated.

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Wed Dec 30 21:33:40 1998
E-mail: deb jacobi
Query: would love to share info on surnames: WATSON,ASKEY(ERSKINE),BAKER,FENTON,HOOVER(HUBER),HUBLER,LENTZ,LUCAS, MANEY,MCCARTNEY,MICHAELS,MOFFAT(MOFFATT),PETERS,SANDERSONS, SCHMEHL(SMEAL), SCOTT, SHIRK,SNYDER,VOLCK, WHITE, WALKER, WILSON.They all lived in Centre and Clearfield Counties. thanks in advance, deb

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Wed Dec 30 21:51:22 1998
E-mail: Bill Mitchell
Query: Seek burial place in Centre county of John Adam WINKLEPLECK 1764-1837.

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