Bert Bell Mon, 28 Sep 1998 14:57:18
I am looking for any information on the Marion Davis BELL & Mary Elizabeth MAY family. Marion born 5-1-1875 & died 8-19-1952 in Nixon, Gonzales Co. Was married to Mary May on 10-28-1895 in Stockdale, Wilson Co. She was born 12-15-1870 in Gonzales Co. & died 9-29-1947 in Gonzales. Mary was also married to Dave DOLLERY. Marion & Mary had 8 children: Eva Mary, 8-16-1896 - 2-4-1898; Margaret Rozella (Rosie) 9-13-1898 - 9-3-1989 md Walter S.Brister; Mac Irving 8-16-1900; Alfred Phillip 2-25-1902 - 1921 md Doris May; Rachel Dexter 9-2-1904 - 1-7-1952 md Carl Gibson; Ernest 4-26-1906 - 11-20-1923; Odis Adolph 3-18-1908 - 4-26-1981 md Annie Townsend; Winnie Louisa - 1-27-1910 - d ?., md Lonnie Wiley; Hubert Marion 11-14-1911. Information is welcome on any of these people and their descendents. They all lived around Gonzales, Caldwell and Wilson Counties. I have other family info. I will share. Bert Bell blkbell@brushco.net

J Poore Fri, 2 Oct 1998 15:34:30
Information needed on James Otis SKINNER B10-14-1879. He was a railroad interpreter. He married Eron Mae Alexander. They later moved to Wichita Falls, Tx

Jon Young Sat, 03 Oct 1998 23:28:24
My father, John Calender YOUNG Jr., was born May 14, 1914 in Belmont. All I know about his parents are their names, John Calender Young and Eleanor (Nona) WELLS. I believe my grandfather died when my father was between 9 -13 yrs old. I do not know that it happened in Belmont. If you run across anything on these names during your searches I would appreciate it if you would pass along that information to me. Thank You, Jon Young

Renee Sat, 10 Oct 1998 15:59:25
I am looking for any information on Lawrence WINGO and his wife Mary Tandy Roseanne CANNADY Wingo they had nine children, one passed away at 11 years old in Gonzales Co. I do not know her name. The family is listed on the 1900 Census in Gonzales Co. I would appreciate any help or suggestion of where I can look. Thank You for your time and efforts. Renee' Roberts Fields

Juanita Sat, 10 Oct 1998 21:57:58
I am trying to find out where Wiley Washington PRIDGEN Sr. is buried. He died in Gonzales Co. Tx. in 1854. He had a second wife and I think she was my ggrandmother. First wife, Mary BAKER. Second wife Ann E. Pridgen lived in Gonzales , Tx. Annie Elizabeth (my ggrandmother) m. My ggrandfather George W. WHITE in Gonzales, Tx. 1854. and on a pension that she applied for later she states that she was m. to a Pridgen before marrying George W.White. Any information welcome. Thanks.

Page Nickell Mon, 12 Oct 1998 20:14:52
I am interested in sharing information with anyone researching NELSON in Gonzales County. My interest is in Carrick W. Nelson b.June 18, 1810 in Tennessee. He m. Eliza C. DRAKE. He is listed in the 1870 U. S. Census, Gonzales Co., Texas as Carrick W. Nelson 59, M W Lawyer (and office), uncertain value of real estate, 500 personal estate, place of birth - TN. There is no family listed with Carrick - his wife apparently remained in Tennnessee as she is listed in the 1870 Census in Knox Co., Tennessee. Several of their children had moved to Texas - Dallas Co. and DeWitt Co. Would love to share information I have. Page Nichols Nickell, nickell2@flash.net

Smiley Date: Mon, 12 Oct 1998 23:06:53
SMILEY, Neal M. born 1828, from Union County, Arkansas to Gonzales County about 1857. Children included James Wylie Smiley born about 1850. This is famIly Smiley, Texas is named for. Have some material related to to share.

Billye D.Jackson Tue, 13 Oct 1998 08:25:38
Seeking info about Christopher FITZGERALD, who moved from Maury Co., TN to Fayette Co, TX, and who married Mary BURKE on 15 Oct 1843, Fayette Co., TX. They had 12 children. He died in Fayette Co, TX in 1866. Need proof of who his parents are. Parents may be John Fitzgerald and Jane Holloway, of Pittsylvania Co, Va., or William Edward Fitzgerald and unknown wife. Some of the children moved into Gonzales Co. Please contact Olivia E. Milberger, oem71@express-news.net

Lyn Harris Tue, 13 Oct 1998 08:25:38
HARRIS, Sidon: I have been told that the intestate records at the county court house might show the heirs of John HARRIS. Harris, John from KY, resident of Gonzales Co. prior to fall of Alamo, where he died (Member of Gonzales Alamo Relief Force). His brother, Sidon H. Harris received headright, for John's service. Looking for proof that Sidon H. Harris received John's headright. Hope someone there in Caldwell Co. can help me. Thank you, Lyn Harris, allic@fbtc.net

Angela Fannin Thu, 15 Oct 1998 19:02:55
Desperately need to find the names of the parents of William STROTHER (STRAWTHER) who served in the War Between the States from Gonzales, Co.,TX. His wife was Eliza Ann FOSTER (daughter of John Claiborne Foster). William was a member of Lodge #199 Sanders Chapel, Gonzales County. Eliza's grandfather was John Foster, one of Stephen F. Austin's old three hundred. Contact Angela Fannin at dawn@txcyber.com or write to P.O. Box 753, Madisonville, TX 77864-0753. Thanks!!! William's mother was a full blood Creek Indian Woman according to rumor and family talk.

Angela Fannin Thu, 15 Oct 1998 19:21:10
Looking for any clues as to the names of the parents of William STROTHER/STRAWTHER who was a member of Masonic Lodge #199, Sanders Chapel, Gonzales Co.,TX in 1858. Would like any clues--could be linked to MORRIS, WOMACK, GLENN, or WILLIAMS families. He could have had a sister Nancy who married a Williams. I have many documents pertaining to him and will be glad to share in exchange for lookups. His wife was the daughter of John Claiborne FOSTER who was the son of John Foster, one of Stephen F. Austin's Old Three Hundred. Respond to dawn@txcyber.com or Angela Fannin at P.O. Box 753, Madisonville, Tx. 77864-0753. Thanks!!

Nancy Thomas Fri, 16 Oct 1998 13:25:04
My gmother was Ida ADCOCK, her mother was Henreitta STEWART, her father was Evan Adcock. The Stewarts were from Gonzales County. Grandma was born Jan 16, 1910. Any assistance is appreciated. Nancy Thomas, catlady@ithink.net

Jackie Switzer Thu, 22 Oct 1998 20:39:42
John SWITZER b. OH, listed on 1880 census Gonzales Co. Separated from brother, Daniel Webster Switzer during CW (according to family tradition). Children (John Henry, Mary Bell, Jake, Sallie) listed on school census 1877-1884. Jake found in CO.

Jackie Switzer Thu, 22 Oct 1998 21:43:57
I am researching SWITZER surname. I have found John Switzer on the 1880 census in Gonzales Co., and confirmed that he is the brother of my ancestor. His children are found on the school rolls in Gonzales co., 1877 -1884. Where can I find more information on these schools? 1877 & 89: Mt Vernon #32. 1880 - 81: Capt Guss Jones #39. 1882: Gonzales #1 - White school. I don't know if moving during these time periods resulted in the different. schools or if there were just changes resulting from growth, etc. Thank you for any information or leads you may be able to provide. Sincerely, Jackie Switzer

Duane Windsor Date: Thu, 22 Oct 1998 19:52:49
I am seeking information on my GG-Grandfather, Thomas Fletcher WINDSOR. He moved to Gonzales County abt 1856-57. His daughter, Mary Windsor was born there in 1857. I would appreciate any information you can provide on his stay in Gonzales, where they lived etc. Thank you very much for any information. Duane

Linda Arroya Fri, 23 Oct 1998 09:53:52
Felipe ZAMBRANO married Antonia CANTU in about 1860 in Starr County. They had many children and most of them moved to Kenedy, Beeville and in that area. Felipe had a son Teodoro Zambrano who had a son Felipe Zambrano who had a son Felipe Hinojosa Zambrano---who was born about 1934 in Skidmore or Kenedy. Any information on the Zambrano family would be greatly appreciated. I can send more info. if you think it may help. I believe there may be a Tiburcio Zambrano and Antonia Zambrano-(born approx. 1838) buried in the Pettus Cemtery and many other family members. Can you help me? Thank You, Linda Zambrano-Robinson

Maryanne Sat Oct 24 20:14:57 1998
I'm researching my grandmother Jenny Lorena O'NEILL who was born in 1882 in Leesville, Gonzales Co TX (don't know parents names yet). She married William Leroy BUTLER about 1912-13. She died 1978 in Yoakum, Lavaca Co TX. Grateful for any info - walshrobert@msn.com

Ronald Wed, 28 Oct 1998 00:16:33
Several of my family were in Texas in 1836 until present. The org. Brothers Charles A. TUTON, William Tuton, and Oliver K. Tuton had mentioned DeWitt and Gonz. Counties is several sections of the family history. Any help you can be with my surname would be greatly appreciate. The name was misspelled TUTTON, TEUTON, and TUTEN. In the Austin Census of 1850 it was spelled LUTON when translated. Thanks for any help. God Bless, Ronald Malcolm Tuton

Daph Humphrey Sat, 31 Oct 1998 14:04:13
I am trying to find the surname of Jesse DAVIS 1st wife. Jesse was a Primitive Baptist preacher and school teacher. He lived and is buried at Saturn. He is my g g grandfather. His wife left him and he married Mary Jane GUTHRIE in 1865 at Sweet Home,TX. The first wife name may be Nicy (1850 census) . His daughter Nicy Susanna married John Swinney married by her father. Their son Jesse W. SWINNEY is my g grandfather . Would appreciate any info on them. Daph Humphrey

Carl Powers Thu, 29 Oct 1998 19:53:17
I am doing research on the POWERS, GERDES, PETTIT families in and around Hallettsville. I also have information on these families I am willing to share with others. Please E-Mail me at Powerc@viptx.net - I also have this information in the Windows version of the Family Tree Maker.

Carl Powers Thu, 29 Oct 1998 19:53:17
I am doing a search on the BENARD and Bandina WURM families around Sweet Home in the mid 1800. We have picture's of Wurm's and of Avalina SIMPSON. Also need information on the SEARCY family living around Yoakum in the late 1800's. Would like to share information on the above families. Powerc@viptx.net

George Zumwalt Sun, 01 Nov 1998 16:57:32
Looking for decendants of Black Adam ZUMWALT , any and all info that can Be backed up [certified ] please ! He is my ggg grandfather. gzumwalt@hotmail.com

Juanita Wed, 4 Nov 1998 11:06:53
I am trying to locate the m. lic. or cert. of Wiley Washington PRIDGEN Sr. m. to my ggrandmother Annie Elizabeth (maiden name unknown) This was his second wife and they would have had to m. between 1852 and 1854. I beleive that they could have m. in Gonzales Co. Any help would be greatly appreciated. Juanita

Bob and Anmarie Holzer Mon, 09 Nov 1998 17:55:17
I am looking for information on Mina LOGAN born 1894 born in OH., buried in Gonzales County. Thank you, Anmarie

Dorothy Garcia Mon Nov 16 17:06:46 1998
I Am looking for some-one who knew Rachel COLLINS BUTLER Mother?? Born 1886 died 1968. Father could be Charley BARNES or Dick COLLINS. Gonzales County. (Bonds)

Joyce Daniels Mon, 16 Nov 1998 05:49:18
I am looking for my Great Grandmother, Emeline M. LOOKINGBILL WILLIFORD. She was married May 22, 1883 to David T. Williford, she died in November 1905 in child birth or right after. They were living in Dewitt Community. The child was Grace. They had other children Jesse, Bertha, George & Retta. If you could help I would appreciate it. Thanks, Joyce

Scott Chafin Wed, 18 Nov 1998 23:47:34
I'm seeking information on (and descendants of) John T. MAYFIELD (1849-1909) and Margaret C. "Maggie" ANDERSON Mayfield (1857-1920). For many years, Maggie Mayfield's mother, Elizabeth A. Anderson (1835-1918) lived with this family near Leesville in Gonzales County; she is likely my gg-grandmother, and I'm seeking information about her and the rest of the family. Children included Thomas S. Mayfield (b 1880); Mariah Mayfield (b. 1881); Fanny Mayfield (b. 1887); M. John Mayfield (b. 1889); and Asa P. Mayfield (b. 1893). If this is "my" Elizabeth A. Anderson, I have significant information about other relatives. Scott Chafin, Houston, Texas

Sam Smiley Sat, 21 Nov 1998 18:29:32
SMILEY, Neal and James, from Union County, AR, to this County in late 1850's. Children included James Wylie and Jesse Eugene. Will share material on Surname, SMILEY, HASSELL, AND SEALE.

Julia G. Perry Mon, 30 Nov 1998 22:32:13
I believe that Powhatan PARCHMAN died in Gonzales Co., TX about the year 1882. Does anyone have the correct date of his death? I am in need of information about the wife and children of Powhatan Parchman. Will gladly exchange information about this family. Julie

Tracie Robbins-Simon Mon, 7 Dec 1998 13:47:53
I am looking for information on a Hugh LEWIS from Gonzales County who married Carrie Mae GRANTHAM from Caldwell County. They had three Children, Luella born November 10, 1921, Johnny Maurice, and Annie Mae born March 25, 1925. Luella died at the age of 11 of a weak heart due to diptheria. At the time of Luella's death, Carrie and her children were living in Helena, Karnes County. It is not known if Hugh was living with them at this time or not. I would appreciate any information about Hugh Lewis and his family. Thank you, Tracie Robbins-Simon email Tracsimon@aol.com

Nancy Fri Dec 11 06:47:25 1998
I need any info on any CLEGHORN. I am going to try to come back to Tx at Christmas and go to the REEVES Cem in Hays Co. I hope Mary Elizabeth Jane Cleghorn/Reaves/Reeves in buried there. I think most of the Reeves/Reaves are there. Thanks Nancy

Thomas Riedmueller Date: Thu, 10 Dec 1998 14:47:25
I am Looking for Grave of Julia Ann THURMOND TRAMMELL, It is said she is buried in Union Hill cemetery. Death around 1881. I hope it is not one of those unidentified graves. Thanks, Kris

Penrod S Thornton Date: Sun, 6 Dec 1998 22:04:22
I would most appreciate any information available on past Gonzales resident John McKinney THORNTON and Iris PENTOD who were a married couple. He helped run Jahnke Jewelry store and she was a teacher. they were my grandparents. Thanks for your help.

Joan Vivian LeVeque Mon, 14 Dec 1998 00:06:42
Looking for Matthew Tracey MOWERY born 07 April 1970 in Gonzales, his parents are nancy Ann GILL and william Mowery, he has a sister Susan Ann Mowery. I am interested because his grandfather Thomas Allen Gill was my mother's cousin. His gr. grandfather Clarence Friend Gill and my grandmother Jennie Susan Gill were brother and sister. I have done quite a bit of research on this family and would like to fill in the "blanks" of the younger generation. Please e- mail me at jleve10494@aol.com Joan Vivian LeVeque of Michigan

Steve Stapleton Sun, 20 Dec 1998 17:54:56
I need information on the family of Thomas A. & Dora (SMITH) CAPERTON, they lived in Caldwell Co., in the Harwood area. This information would be appreciated. Thank You Steve Stapleton

Cindy McQueary Sun, 27 Dec 1998 14:03:05
I am trying to track the McCOYs and HOLDENs from Waxachie,Texas. My grandfather was a McCoy and his wife was a Holden. My mother is no help in this area as she only remembers one grandfather and his name was Ace Holden and I don't even know where he is buried. I was communicating with someone on Geocad but lost the info when my computer crashed and I don't know who she was. She had offered to go look up material for me since it was so close to her. Any help would be appreciated as I am totally stuck on this one side of my family. Cindy McQueary

Victor M. Ashe Sat, 26 Dec 1998 19:44:00
We are searching for info/family history of my wife's grandfather: Mitt Warren STAGGS, born in Nixon, Gonzales County, 12 May, 1894, to Edward Staggs and Martha A. CURRY (Martha born at Stockdale, Wilson County, Tx.). Mitt Staggs was married to Pearlee E. HOLLEY (no further info on her). Thanks so much, Vic & Priscilla Ashe

Jack Mitchell Tue, 29 Dec 1998 07:01:40
My Great Great Grandfather Moses BAKER arrived in Gonzales in 1831. His son Isaac was killed at the Alamo. Moses estate (consisting of both his and Isaacs land) was probated in 1838 or 1839. Looking for record of his death. Joseph A. Mitchell, 955 Hacienda Dr. NW, Albuquerque, NM, 87114

Juanita Wed, 23 Dec 1998 01:35:49
The obit on my great grandmother, Terese "Jane" GREGORY, indicates she was born abt 1857 and raised in Gonzales County - moving to Hamilton County after her marriage to Frank Wilson LAWRENCE abt 1890. Am looking for names of her parents and siblings. Any help will be greatly appreciated. Thanks. Juanita in California