JoSchultz Sat, 4 Jul 1998 09:56:08
My grandmother, Jessie P. WELLS, was born March 10, 1871 in Gonzales, Texas.Iam looking for info on her father, Jack Wells and mother, Nora DILWORTH Wells. They were in the county area around 1870 to 1905. Jessie Married Hartwell J. HALE and was living in Madisonville, Texas in 1910 until she moved to Houston in 1912.

Connee Kroeger Mon, 6 Jul 1998 08:41:34
Am seeking information on and descendants of Joseph H. DUNN who appeared in the 1860 Gonzales Co. census with his son, John M. Dunn. Joseph was b. c. 1795 GA, and lived in Dallas, Perry, & Tallapoosa Co.AL, Grimes & Wharton Co., TX. Wife Polly HAYNES b. 1810 GA, dau. of Phelps Haynes and Lucy HURT. Connee Kroeger, clbkroeger@aol.com

Edna Felps Thu, 09 Jul 1998 10:49:21
Searching for anyone that may know about the following story Copied from the Hays County Genealogy quaterlies, issue in 1972. " Shortly after my visit to Austin, there occurred the last of Indian Hostilities around San Marcos, or at least, the last I remember hearing about.A Mr and Mrs GREENHAW were going from Gonzales to Blanco, and had stopped to spend the nite with us in Purgatory Springs. They had their baby with them and their twelve year old son.Mr Greenhaw people were excepting them and his family in Blanco,and when they failed to show up, some of his people came to see what had happened. They found the entire Greenhaw family were Indians had killed them, that is, all except the boy. He was carried of by the Indians but finally did come back years later, after he was grown. Many people suspected a white man of being with and leading the Indians in this attack and in others before, but no really knows."
My question is, Does any one have any knowledge of this happening. I do not know who wrote this article. Someone may have an anscetor that remembers the story. I am very interested as to what the GRENHAW's names were. It was written in A book called "History of Texas and North Mexican States" by H.H. Bancorft p.572 and then again in the Quarterly. I would appreciate hearing from anyone. Thanks Edna Fells, 205 West Fuller, Bergheim Tx. 78004. 830 336 3306. edfel@gvtc.com

Jason West Wed, 08 Jul 1998 12:47:04
I am looking for information on the WEST family. My grandfather Grady Abner West grew up in Luling. He was the only male child and I believe he had three sisters. He has found his parents grave sites in a small cemetery in Harwood. His fathers name is William Wallace West. His mother's maiden name is LEE and is believed to be the sister of Robert E. Lee. They both died of TB between 1905 and 1915. Do you have any information about these relatives? What would be the best way to confirm these facts? Thank You, Jason West

Nell Whittington Sat, 11 Jul 1998 23:34:12
SHAVER and SHILLING in Gonzales County 1880 through 1900. Any information welcome and will share. NellnTexas@aol.com

B Guhl Sun, 12 Jul 1998 10:38:36
WEST, "Baldy" Bill. Died at 108 yrs. age. Son included John Carpenter, grandson James David (born 1921), great grandson Vernon Lee (born 1949).

Harrell Fri, 17 Jul 1998 21:01:08 In 1857 my multi great grandmother Katherine HARRELL (born CARMICHAEL) left SC with her parents and moved to Gonzales Co., Texas, apparently leaving ggggrandfather Elisha Harrell. I've found her in Fayette Co. with at least 2 of her sons in the 1870 and 1880 census. They are Neil McHale Harrell and Duncan Braddy Harrell, twins born 3/27/1852. Apparently Katherine married a Mearkham or Markham Kenner out of Tennessee. The 1890 census was burned and I don't have access to later information. I don't know if either of the sons ever married. I'm trying to find out about them but Cincinnati doesn't have much Texas information. Another brother Warren McDuffie Harrell born 1/14/1850 was in Gonzales Co. living with a Carmichael cousin in 1880 but I've lost track of him too. If you could help or give me direction on how to help myself, I'd certainly appreciate it. Thanks a bunch.

Beth Harrison Wed, 22 Jul 1998 17:01:11 HARRISON, Charles, b. 4 Sept 1808 Brunswick Co, Va. Was in Edgecombe Co, NC in 1830. Married Elizabeth BELL in Edgecombe Co NC in 1832. Children: Robert B (physycian), Henry E, Sarah Elizabeth, M B (female), Lucy R, Charles H, Walter E, Eliza (all born in NC) and William Joseph born in Tx. Moved to Tx. mid 1850's (perhaps as early as 1873 as a letter for him is at the Gonzales post office in 1873) 1860 US census he was in Hopkinsville, Gonzales Co; 1870 - Belmont Pct, Gonzales Co; 1870-Hallettsville, Lavaca Co; 1880 - Precinct #2 - Lavaca Co. Died 4 January 1891 and is buried in the Andrews Chapel Cemetery just north of Hackberry. Would appreciate any info. Especially on siblings or parents of Charles Harrison. But any leads to someone who may have that info would also be appreciated. Will share whatever info I have. Beth Harrison e-mail: ceh1@pdq.net

Lin Rostine Tue, 21 Jul 1998 14:22:16 I'm looking for information on George Alfred BURRIS, b.2-25-1875 in Kentucky. He married a Annie HILL b. 12-1881 from Arkansas. They lived in the Calhourn and Bell Cty. area until Annie Hill died. George Alfred BURRIS remarried to Lila BURDIE of Gonzales Co. Looking for place of burial or any other information anyone might have. Thanks so much for help. I am willing to exchange information on the following surnames: BURRIS, BURKS, McQUEEN, WHITE, SELLARS.

Joyce Daniels Sun, 26 Jul 1998 21:02:47 My name is Joyce Daniels and I'm looking my any information on my ggrandfather and ggrandmother. Their names were David T. WILLIFORD & Emmeline M. LOOKINGBILL. They were married on May 22, 1883 in Gonzales County TX. They had five children. Jesse born 1884; Bertha (Chris) born 11/8/1886 in Dewville, TX: George born 1888 who died when he was 20 years old; Retta born 1901; and Gracie born 1905. Emmeline died sometime after Gracie was born not sure of the date. David first shows up in Gonzales County in 1880 living with a sister Mattie who was married to a William DEAX they were married September 25, 1878. He was also living with a brother Louis Lee Williford. Louis married P.A. Lookingbill on January 4, 1882. She was a sister to Emmeline. There parents names were George Washington Lookingbill and Elizabeth McCOY. I know they were living in Gonzales county in 1910 because of the census. If any one has any information on any of these people please contact me. Thanks

R-Avinson Sun, 26 Jul 1998 14:59:11 Searching for any infomation on a Henry O. TROTTER. The only infomation that we have on him is as follows: (1.) We first find him in the 1860 Census living in Collin County 2. Next : We found him in the CSA , Texas 6th Calvery, Company D, Enlisted Sept 10, 1861 and discharged, April 1863. (2.) Next we find marriage records that show he was married to Harrott Isibelle PRIEST in 1869 and they have three children: George T. Trotter born 1872; John F. Trotter , born 1875; James O. Trotter, born 1878. (3) Next we find him in the 1880 Census in Gonzales County and that is where he is burried.. We are searching for any infomation prior to 1860 and between 1864 to 1880 until he died. His grave had only his name and no other information. Thanks in Advance for any infomation that you may have on him.

Leslie Phelps Sun, 26 Jul 1998 19:49:07 I am looking for any information on my grandfathers birth parents and hopefully something on his grandparents. Louis S. GONZALES was born in Gonzales on June 22, 1900. I think that his parents were Lorenzo SANDOVAL and Maria L. Gonzales (I believe he took his mothers name). Any help would be greatly appreciated. Leslie Phelps, Rav4dude@aol.com

Veronica Buckner Mon, 27 Jul 1998 15:34:48 My Grandmother is trying to find out some information on her parents They were from Gonzales and were married in Gonzales on August 22, 1934 Her fathers name is Victor LOPANEC and her mother's name is Mary KOZLOVSKY I would greatly appreciate any information you could send her on her parents. Thank you very, very much! Sincerely, Veronica Buckner. furnguly21@aol.com or Theduke454@aol.com

Barbara G. Meunier Wed, 29 Jul 1998 12:56:54
O'BAR / LYLES / PARKER. Seeking info on Alonzo Robert O'Bar b.7/18/1864 in Tenn. d.12/11/1944. Wife, Alice Viola Lyles b.4/20/1875 in Prairie Lee, Tx. d.4/20/1951, both buried in Belmont. They had 7 children; Christopher Eugene, Myrtis Kay, Robert, Lillian Faye, Helery Carl, Aubrey, and Marion Albert. I have almost no info on Lyles. Her father (?) Lyles married M.A.(?), he had 3 children by previous marriage; Kaye, John, and Helery. Lyles & M.A. had two children, Alice Viola & Christopher, born in Prairie Lee,Tx. After Mr. Lyles died, M.A. married a Mr. ROSELLE, they had 2 daughters; Carrie & Kate. I heard there is a relation between M.A. Lyles & Ruth K. PARKER. Slayton Billy Parker, her son lives in Ottine,Tx. Alonzo O'Bar's parents J.M. & Ann (?) Had 3 children; Alonzo, Mary, & Nannie, with both girls marrying brothers named NEWTON. J.M. O'Bar & Ann are both buried at Pecan Branch Cemetery, land once owned by J.M.. J.M.'s parents are John O'Bar d.1842 Gonzales Co. and Nancy L. (?) d.2/27/1867. Nancy L., remarried to a Thomas HODGES in Fayette Co. 10/8/1846. Any help in sorting this info out is most welcome. Other surnames searching: RAMZINSKI, HIGGINBOTHAM, GORZEL, WINKLER. Barbara, thuem2@yahoo.com

Bill Hallmark Fri, 31 Jul 1998 22:47:15
Looking for the parents of Mary McCALL b 1791 NC d TX 1864, m Squire Neil CARMICHAEL b NC 1787 d TX 1864. Lived in Dillon SC until about 1857 when they came to Gonzales Co. TX. Any information regarding Mary McCall's family will be appreciated. Thanks, Virginia Carmichael Hallmark, email

Bill Hallmark Fri, 31 Jul 1998 23:02:48
Looking for parents of John Alexander WOODS, b 1814 NC, d 1880 Gonzales Co. TX, m 1857 Gonzales Mary BOYER(BOWYER) b 1837 TN, d 1903 Gonzales Co TX. Both buried at Denton Creek Cemetery. John Alexander Woods served in the Mexican War and the Civil War. 1880 Census says that both his parents were born in VA. Any information regarding John Alexander Woods family will be appreciated. Thanks, Virginia Carmichael Hallmark, Email

Joe R. Shaw Wed, 12 Aug 1998 22:03:57
I'm attempting to get as much information as possible on my great grandfather Henry (Heinrich) SCHURBOHM and his wife Bertha DOEBBLER. They were residents of Gonazales County around 1900. He (and Mr. R. Allert) was the contractor who helped build the Gonzales Cotton Mill in 1900 and died on July 29, 1902 in Gonzales. His wife died sometime in the next year, leaving their baby, my grandmother (Marguerite), to be raised by my great grandmother. Very little has been know about them and I'm trying to get any information at all. He has been mentioned in articles in the Gonzales, Shiner and Halletsville papers, some of which I have. There is no photograph of either of them in the family, but I suspect one must exist someplace. Henry was born March, 1868 in Germany. Bertha was born in 1876 in Gillespie County. They were married in Lavaca County in June 13, 1897. Marguerite was born in January 1898 in Lavaca County. Any information will be very much appreciated. Thanks, Joe, jshaw@sisna.com

Arline L. Dement Fri, 14 Aug 1998 10:25:49
Looking for information on any DEMENT in any year. Having trouble finding grandmothers. Elizabeth McKINNEY B: 1852 in Gonzales Co. married John C. Dement in 1867.... Elizabeth McDONALD/McDANEL. Mc Danel is on a marriage certificate , but know to family as McDonald. Married John C. Dement in 1884. also Mary Francis Cole, was born in Lauderdale Al. d: in Texas aft 1900 maybe. Gonzales co. TX.

Gary Montel Fri, 14 Aug 1998 20:26:39
Clayton HUGHES moved to Nixon in 1928. Married May CROFT Sept. 1929. (was married before to Jennie THURMAN and she died giving birth to her 10th child.) Clayton and May gave birth to Doris Hughes. Clayton died Aug. 1975 in Nixon. Two of his sons were buried in Pandora. Cecil and George Hughes. Any information please contact. Thanks!! Laura Montel

Gary Montel Fri, 14 Aug 1998 20:07:10
Alford Clayton HUGHES was born 1888 in Erath Co, TX. He died on 21 Aug. 1975 in Nixon where he moved to in 1928. He was married to Jennie THURMAN and they lived in Knox County and she died giving birth to her 10th child in 1920. He moved to Nixon and married May CROFT in 1929 and they had one child, Doris Hughes. Two of Clayton's sons were buried in Pandora. Cecil and George Hughes. Would like obits on the Hughes as mentioned above and any other history or newspaper accounts. My snail address is Laura Montel 248 Davie Drive Security, Colorado 80911. Happy to pay for any research and copying. Thanks so much. Laura

Art & Frankie Lewis Tue, 18 Aug 1998 14:07:28
I am looking for info on the STRIEBER/STRUBER family. I believe they ranched in Gonzales Co. in 1850-1870. Does this name appear in the Gonzales Co. History book? This was a large German family with some living in DeWitt Co. Any info would be appreciated. Frankie Merrill Lewis

Todd Coker Tue, 18 Aug 1998 17:24:46
Looking for information on James COKER, b.MS 1826 d. Gonzales Co. 1884. May have lived in Karnes Co. before settling near Leesville in Gonzales Co. between 1855 - 1858. Children's names are Nancy, Mary, Peyton, Jordan, James, Margaret, Cynthia & John (my ancestor, married Lizzie CARAWAY.) More info. on James' descendants can be viewed at http://members.aol.com/todd2612/index.html. Todd Coker todd2612@aol.com

Sylvia Wilson Sat, 22 Aug 1998 22:50:59
I am looking for information on a Raleigh/Rollo DAVIS, born 1812, KY who married Margaret BAKER, born 1816, Tanner, AL. According to family history, Rollo is supposed to have moved to Gonzales County in the 1830s with other family members. Their youngest daughter was Amanda Alberta, born 2/29/1860, Gonzales County. The 1850 Census lists 7 older children that I have no information. Family stories also state that Amanda's uncle was killed at the Alamo. I would like to hear from anyone with information or a connection to any of the above. Sylvia Wilson

James R. New Mon, 24 Aug 1998 16:21:12
C.J. McCLOUD, f. 27, AL (Catherine Jane McCloud/McLEOD) listed in 1860 Texas Census, Gonzales Co. as living with W.H. McKELLAR 24; AL, Mary C. McKellar 20, GA; & H.W. McKellar in household 612. Household 613 lists L.M. McKellar 28 (NC), Annie McKellar 28 (Fla), Walter 2, Henritta 2/12 & P. McKellar 27 (NC). Mrs. Catherine Jane McLeod b. about 1833, Al married my 3-great g.father on 17 Dec 1861. I was told that her name was McKellar or McLeod (McCloud). If the above C.J. McCloud is her, it would explain that her maiden name was McKellar and had married a McCloud (McLeod).

Mamie Wed, 26 Aug 1998 13:06:13
Looking for information on George Washington O'Neill 1811-1872, burried in O'Niell Cematery, Gonzales. Thank you Mamie

Scott Chafin Wed, 26 Aug 1998 15:37:35
Seeking information on the descendants of John GORDON (b. ca. 1848) and Emaline or Emily GORDON (b. ca. 1847), who, according to the 1860 census, were apparently orphans living with separate families in Gonzales County. I'm trying to determine if their father was Steadman W. Gordon, and if so, if he was the first husband of my g-g-grandmother, Elizabeth A. Dykes (later Anderson). Scott Chafin, Houston, Texas

Alexander Stuckey Wed, 26 Aug 1998 12:33:32
We are direct descendents of Stephen STUCKEY alias (SMITH) who was featured in a feature we found on the internet. He died about 1839 and his wife Temperance remarried within six months. We only just found out about all of this within the past 6 months. What we would like to know is where Stephen Smith is buried in Gonzales. We would also like to find out how to obtain a copy of his will. We don't know when it was filed, but according to the paper we read, it was held up in court for several years. By the time it was allowed to be settled, all but two of the named individuals named were dead. E-mail: jarhead03@msn.com or JStucmom@aol.com Any assistance will be greatly appreciated. Jean

Betty Clifton Wed, 26 Aug 1998 12:33:32
Am looking for the family of Thomas WRIGHT's sister Thelma Wright JOWERS who died in Gonzales 31 Oct 1995, ( wife of Joseph Jowers who d August 1987 in Gonzales.) I have 20 years of research on the Wright family info to share and am looking for any photos of their ancestor, George Frederick Wright for a book I am soon publishing on the children of Joseph and Seana Canning Wright (including George Frederick) who came to the U.S. from England in 1852 to settle on Col. Kinney land. Thank you so much, Betty Clifton, P.O. Box 74, Taylorsville, CA. 95983. bclifton @inreach.com

Jan Romine Tue, 01 Sep 1998 13:50:15
George Parker DIKES-born 1774, came to Gonzales Co area in 1830's. Married Judy Beauchamp. Known children Levi B, Miles G., Lovick and Mark Washington Any info appreciated.

Jan Brazell Tue, 01 Sep 1998 14:43:57
I am looking for information on Thomas T. or J. LAMBERT He was in 1850 and 1860 Gonzales census. He had 4 children: Josiah, Samuel, Thomas A. and Laura. I think his wife, Polly NOBLES Lambert was already dead. Would like to know if there are any records of his death and where he/she are buried. Any information would be very much appreciated. I am relative of Thomas A. Lambert who was living in San Saba County when he died. Thank you.

Zona Thu, 3 Sep 1998 14:28:06
Looking for information on Alfred MORRIS born about 1802 Franklin Co,Georgia. Zona. MNPs MOM@aol

Mr Gerald M. Streater Mon, 7 Sep 1998 12:55:44
Elizabeth, married to William M. STREATER. Recorded in 1860 U.S. census in Gonzales county, P.O. Salt Stream, with husband William M. and children Cornelia 15, William R. 12, James M. 9, Mary 6, and Thomas 2. I believe she died sometime between 1860 and 1868 in Gonzales County. I'm trying to find the cemetery and tombstone information. Would appreciate help to locate her gravesite. Thank you, Gerald Streater

Juanita Tue, 8 Sep 1998 21:14:12
My ggrandmother was a PRIDGEN (from a previous m.) when she m. my ggrandfather George W. WHITE in 1856 in Gonzales Co. Tx. I am trying to find the Pridgen that she m. before George. Any help would be appreciated. Thank You, Juanita

Mark Szafarz Tue, 15 Sep 1998 20:05:21
I'm attempting to locate information on a black family with the last name of LEE. In particular I'm trying to locate a Joe Sie Lee and his wife Minnie JOHNSON. I know that there son Hilda Lee (yes, his name really was Hilda), was born on June 6, 1902 in Waelder, Tx., and married in Gonzales Co. on October 4 1923 to Annie Mae HARRIS. I'm interested to know anything about his parents. Anything will be greatly appreciated. With sincere thanks, Mark Szafarz

Nancy Carter Thu, 10 Sep 1998 19:51:46
I am searching all Texas Counties for information on: John L. BOATWRIGHT, Sarah COLE Boatwright, JULIA Boatwright CARTER, John B. Carter son of James & Salina Carter. John L. Boatwright/Boatright of GA who married Sarah COLE of Iowa. They came to Texas with the First 300. Their daughter: Julia Boatwright was born 1858 in or near Travis County Texas. Probably around the Webberville area. Julia married John B. Carter 11/1877 in Travis County TX. I need the missing link to establish my lineage to the First Families of Texas. This is very important to me and any information will be greatly appreciated. Leland Carter, PO Box 162, Fruitvale, TX 75127; 903-896-4009.

Sherri Lautzenheiser Sun, 20 Sep 1998 21:27:08
BARNES who owned the gin at Dewville; had at least one son and three daughters. Savanna was wife of Sebe CLARK. Ann married a HENSLEY and had a son named Briggs. Bess married Dr. Jim Hensley (two Hensley men that the sisters married were brothers)._?__ Barnes remarried after first wife died and had two more children. I am looking for the Barnes' first name and any other information on the family and I am willing to share information.Thank You

Arline L. Dement Thu, 24 Sep 1998 22:58:08
John C. DEMENT married Elizabeth McKINNEY and Elizabeth McDONALD and between these two marvelous ladies there were 16 children. born. all born and raised in or near Gonzales Co. I have not had much luck in locating them. Elizabeth McKinney was born June 15, 1852 d. 1886 Elizabeth McDonald was born in 1865 and d. abt. Feb 23, 1912 any information would be helpful.

Don Watson Sun, 27 Sep 1998 07:11:07
I am seeking anyone related to Jane Caroline BLASSENGAME, born about 1831 who married R. R. DILLARD and was residing in Gonzales County in 1857. Jane Caroline was the daughter of Woodson and Mary Blassengame. Woodson, Mary and a son, Calvin were involved in a shootout over a personal dispute with a neighbor on April 7, 1856 in Comal County, Texas. Captain James H. CALLAHAN, Eli HINDS, and William S. "Maulheel" JOHNSON were shot. Callahan and Johnson were killed. On April 14, 1856 a mob overtook the Blassengame's who were being held in custody of the Justice of the Peace. Woodson and Calvin were killed, Mary escaped into the nearby woods. At least 22 people were eventually indicted for the murders of Woodson and Calvin. I am researching this entire event as many of the principles involved were related to my own family. My Great-great-grandfather John M. WATSON took the Blassengame family into custody after the initial shootout. I would like to make contact with anyone related to these families and especially would like to know of any stories that made it down the family to today. Don Watson, County Coordinator, TXGenWeb Page for Blanco County. http://lonestar.texas.net/~dwatson/blanco