Toni Turk Sat, 2 Jan 99 17:55:10
I have just received some family records that indicate that Isaac WHITE, who died at the Alamo, was the father of two men located on the 1860 census in Rancho, Gonzales, TX, i.e. Richard White, born in May 1824, and Charles E. White, born abt 1826. The book "Alamo Defenders," by Bill Groneman, 1990, indicates that another man named Robert White also died at the Alamo. This White is specifically listed as being from Gonzales. Our family descends from Charlie E. White. Given the popularity of the Alamo among Texans, I felt your records might be able to confirm or refute the information that has come into our possession. I look forward to your response. Toni Richard Turk, turkt@do.sanjuan.k12.ut.us

Tonya Smith Sun, 10 Jan 1999 09:17:30
Looking for birth record of my Great Grandmother, Amanda SHORT. She was born in Gonzales county on April 8, 1902. Her parents were Caroline, Indian from Oklahoma, and Sie or Sy O'SHORT/Short, an Irishman. Hoping to find which surname her father used, O'Short or just Short, and how his first name was spelled. My email address is Elltonsm@pacbell.net. Thank you. Tonya Smith

Tonya Smith Mon, 11 Jan 1999 11:41:33
Trying to find the birth record of my Great Grandmother, Amanda SHORT, born in Gonzales county on April 8, 1902. Her parents were Caroline, Indian from Oklahoma, and Sie or Sy O'Short/Short, an Irishman.I understand that Sie/Sy O'Short/Short was an avid gambler. Hoping to find Caroline's birthplace and tribe. Thank you. Tonya Smith

Rodoky Fri, 15 Jan 1999 13:10:40
Searching for information on LORKE family. Gustave Theodore Lorke. Born June 30, 1889. Information as to his origin. Will share information on Illinois Lorke's.

D. Larkey Fri, 15 Jan 1999 13:16:37
Am searching for the family and parents (Their Point of Origin) of Gustav Theodore LORKE, born June 30,1889 in Gonzales, Texas. Any help is appreciated. D. Larkey Rodoky@aol.com

Lavern N. Murphy Wed, 20 Jan 1999 15:33:28
I am looking for ancestry information on the ALLEN, HALLIBURTON, HILL, and MATHIS families in Gonzales, Texas. My maternal grandparents are Elmore Sr. and Minnie Ella Allen . My paternal grandparents are Walter and Georgia Mathis. My maternal ggrandparents are Florence and Andrew Miles and Martin and Rosie Allen (Halliburton). My paternal ggrandparents are Tiny and Edward Mathis. I don't know my paternal ggrandparents names except that their surname is Hill. If there is anyone who knows more about my ancestry please contact me. Lavern N. Murphy, System Technology Associates, Inc., (719) 596-8550 Ext 200

Brenda McDaniel Fri, 22 Jan 1999 16:58:42
Seeking information on a resident of Gonzales, that was a nephew to a C.A. McDANIEL, (Charlie McDaniel). All the information on the nephew that I have is the last name would have been MATHEWS or MANESS. C.A. had two sisters Ruth Maness (or Maniss) and Rebecca Mathews, got this information from my husbands aunts on the family tree , but there was no first name for the nephew. C.A. also had a brother by the name of John Wesley McDaniel who lived in Limestone county, C.A. and Ruth and Rebeccas came from Leon county last census that I had 1870s Ruth married a Maness and Rebecca married a James Mathews, so either names would fit for the nephew, I really think I may well be some one by the name as John Maness, if you have some information with someone that may have been your greatuncle or grandfather that was in Gonzales county in the 1900s to 1920s, my email is space@mexia.com Thanks Brenda McDaniel.

D. Little Sat, 23 Jan 1999 23:53:56
I am looking for information on my ggrandmother Nancy Elizabeth DUNLAP. Parents of Nancy Elizabeth Dunlap were Hugh S. and Ellen Dunlap. They were in Gonzales Co. TX in the 1860 census and had moved to AR by 1870. Hugh was from VA and Ellen from MO. Any information would be appreciated. Thanks. D. Little, TPCOW@aol.com

Helen Robinson Sun, 24 Jan 1999 00:59:49
Would like to correspond with any descendants of John Alexander ROBINSON, b 1818 Al and died about 1894 Gonzales Co, emigrating from Marengo Co Al in the 1870's. Am interested any any descendant information - have it on only one son, James Wesley Robinson. Would be most happy to share information - have a lot about the descendants of John Alexander's brother James Wesley Warren Robinson. Helen Robinson HMRob@worldnet.att.net

Jackie Poore Sun, 24 Jan 1999 18:57:58
Looking for the parents of James Otis SKINNER b. 10-14-1879 d-10-25-1952 Wichita Falls, TX. I was told his grandparents were J.F. and Mary Jane Skinner; have children from an 1880 census but I don't know which one is James Otis parents. James Otis married Eron Mae ALEXANDER about 1906 He worked as an railroad interpreter at one time. I would appreciate any information. Thank you, Jackie Poore

Mansel E. Phillips Wed, 27 Jan 1999 11:05:22
I believe Sophrona Jerusha DENMAN (maiden name PHILLIPS) is listed in the 1860 census for Gonzales county. she would have been about 24 years of age in 1860. Any information you may find will be appreciated. Thanks, Mansel E. Phillips

William Dromgoole Wed, 27 Jan 1999 21:22:56
Wiley CARPENTER. Need any or all information on my ggreat grandfather or his parents. I believe he came to Gonzales area from Mississippi. wodromgoole@pdq.net

Donna Mon, 1 Feb 1999 11:55:14
Family of William HAYES and Sarah Ann BENTON. John Giles "Curl" was the brother of my grandfather. I was told he might have been sheriff or deputy sheriff of Gonzales County. Would appreciate any information. Donna

Carol Martinez Fri, 5 Feb 1999 22:44:39
MALDONADO - Searching for information on the Justo Maldonado family who lived in Gonzales 1912 through 1920. Justo married Ventura Martinez in Mexico, moved to Gonzales and had several children born in Gonzales: Jose, Justo, Juana, and Solomon. It's believed that Solomon died in Gonzales as an infant in 1918 and Justo died there in 1920. Any information and/or lookups will be appreciated. Carol Martinez, cfmartinez@sprintmail.com

Wendir B. Sun, 7 Feb 1999 18:30:56
MIDDLETON, Samuel Porter, b 1806, SC, d 1859, TX. Settled in De Witt's Colony 1829. Married Mary TURNER 1833. Land records show him in GonzalesCo., Jackson Co., Victoria Co., Goliad Co. Children: Elizabeth Ann, William Charles, John A., Benjamin Franklin, Mary Amanda, Samuel Porter. Related surnames: Turner, PARKER, LAUDERBACK, ROBERTS, OUTLER, CLEMENT, BOWERS. Trying to learn the county in SC of his birth, names of his parents, where in TX he died, etc. Any information would be appreciated. Wendie B.

Billy K. Thu, 18 Feb 1999 16:25:20
PILGRIM, Thomas Jefferson. I wish to obtain genealogical information on T. J. Pilgrim. A notable figure in the l800s, he lived and died in Gonazles, TX. It is my understanding that a small community in Gonzales County was named 'Pilgrim' for him. As I am working on my Pilgrim family tree, I wish to ascertain whether he was of the same line of Pilgrims from which I descended; i.e., who were his parents and grandparents, and where did they come from. I would especially like to communicate with any of his descendants and would be happy to share any information with them. Thank you. Billy K. Pilgrim, Houston, TX

Dian Sat, 27 Feb 1999 01:17:25
Looking for information about O'NEAL, Herbert late 1800'S

Dian Estel Sat, 27 Feb 1999 21:26:21 EST
Herbert O'NEAL is my great grandfather. He had five children I am not sure of all of their names but I think he had two sons, Wade Elmo O'Neal and Herbert O'Neal Jr. They were born in Gonzales, Texas. He was a property owner. Wade O'Neal died in May 1998 I believe he was in his 80's. I would assume then that his father was born in the late 1800's. Attempting to get more info if I can. Thank you Dianwindom@aol.com (Dian Estel)

Dorothy Garcia Sun, 28 Feb 99 14:09:40 PST
I need help locating info. on (Dick) Richard COLLINS born 1851 died 1905 or 1907, lived in Leesville died there, had a son named Samuel, John P. a daughter named Rachel, one named Kate. if any-one knows this family give me a holler. Thank you

Tory Crook Mon, 01 Mar 1999 19:06:17
In the History of Gonzales County, Darlene Burkett WYATT says David BURKETT, b 1798, moved with his parents to Missouri before 1816. Wyatt does not say who David Burkett's siblings were. Was one sister the Edna Burkett who married Simon COCKERAL/COCKERELL in Washington Co. 2/12/1838? Tory Crook

Phil Miller Tue, 2 Mar 1999 23:45:50 EST
I am looking for any and all information on George Washington COTTLE and his brother-in-law, Thomas JACKSON. I would also like any information on William WELLS, all of whom died at the Alamo. I would especially like to know about their families: who they married and when and where; who were their children and when and where were they born. Any help would be greatly appreciated. Phil Miller Flip1876@aol.com

Rhonda L. Marshall Fri, 05 Mar 1999 15:19:30
I am searching for the "RANDLE " family. My Grandmother was Edna O'MALLEY and married Samuel Bright Randle. There were six children born in this family. I believe that some of the family came from Gonzales County Texas. Thank You, Rhonda Marshall

Robert (Bob) Walker Baldwin Tue, 02 Mar 1999 18:28:27
Hi, I am researching the following families that lived in Gonzales County and surrounding area: McCULLOCH, ASHBY, DELANY, BENTON, MCCLURE, BRACHES, EVANS, HOLLAND, ELLIS, SHEFFIELD & DIBRELL. I would love to hear from anyone related or interested in these families. Thanks! Bob -- Robert (Bob) Walker Baldwin, 4014 Turnberry Circle, Houston, Texas 77025-2411 713-664-2312 tel & fax mailto:bingobob@ix.netcom.com

Ernie Wentrcek Sun, 7 Mar 1999 20:42:26
Seeking the complete DOB & DOD for Patrick RYAN who died at Ottine, Texas, in 1892. However, he may be buried at Catholic Cemetery in Luling, TX. Also, for his daughter, Mary Ryan, who died in 1892. Both died from flu. Ernie Wentrcek winter@tca.net

Charles McDaniel Thu, 11 Mar 1999 09:15:05
Looking for information on a Dr. MANUS that lived in Gonzales, at one time, the dates could have been in 1888 to ? Dr. John Manus, his wife Ruth McDANIEL Manus, and one son Ben, as the Ruth was the sister to my grandfather, John W. McDaniel, thank you

Jack Frost Fri, 12 Mar 1999 14:20:24
ORCHARD, Alfred R. Kelso & Irene Popps.

Nancy Page Mon, 15 Mar 1999 13:30:21
Early DeWitt Co. residents George BLAIR and Sarah LOCKHART had a daughter named Margaret BLAIR (NOT Margaret Lockhart as I erroneously reported earlier) who married Milton HARDY. Cannot find any records of them after their marriage. She was born 6 May 1824 and probably married in Gonzales or DeWitt Co. anywhere from 1840 to 1845. Could have ended up in Victoria or Fayette Counties. If you have any info please let me hear from you. Nancy Page, nrp@tca.net

William W.Miller Sat, 20 Mar 1999 15:40:43
Children of James Wilson NICHOLS (1820-1891) and Mary Ann (DANIELL) Nichols. The "New Handbook of Texas" shows twelve children to this couple. James Wilson Nichols is the same as the author of "Now You Hear My Horn" The two children I am most interested in are; Mattie E.Nichols (1853-1948) and Sarah Elizabeth Nichols (1843-1892). Elizabeth was the second wife of Alsey S.Miller and Mattie E.Nichols was the wife of Alsey Miller's son Thomas H.Miller. Happy to share info on Miller's in general 1550-1836 and Miller's in Texas 1836-1999. Billy Miller Austin Texas.

Renee' Fields Date: Sun, 21 Mar 1999 11:58:11
Looking for 1900 Gonzales Co. Texas info for the Surname of WINGO. I have been told my family was in Gonzales Co. 1900 I would appreciate any help or information. The specific names are the family of Lawrence S. Wingo wich include: Mary Tandy Roseanne Cannady Wingo, Minnie, James, Ocie, Mary Lou, Grover, Anna, Willie and Beulah, there may be others. I would also be interested in any newpaper articles, etc. Thank You, Renee' Fields, Eagle, Colorado

Dave Moore Tue, 23 Mar 1999 19:36:02
Searching for any information about the Benjamin C. MOORE who died in Gonzales County, TX, on 18 Feb 1916. Dave Moore, damoore@gte.net

Helen Robinson Wed Mar 24 22:23:37 1999
GLOVER, SAMPLE: Found in my father's possession, a photograph of two Victorian young ladies holding pictures in their hands. The picture is marked on the back "Mammie Glover Sample and Beatrice Sample, 1893". Mayme Glover Sample was the wife of Winchester "Chess" Sample who ran a drug store in Smiley for many years. It had been my understanding that they were the daughters of Edward J Glover, b1840 Ms d1874 Gonzales Co, but the dates don't fit, and neither do the names, according to the 1880 census, in which Edward's wife Elvira Bundick Glover is listed as head of household with three children of other names. According to one source, Mayme was born in 1876, which would be after her father's death. Can anyone out there sort this out? A copy of the picture is available on request. Helen Robinson, HMRob@worldnet.att.net

Doveswing Wed, 24 Mar 1999 18:48:48
Looking for husbands grandfather, Roy Dewitt THURMAN he died in 1970s would like to find info on family his parents were Roland Walter Thurman and Jessie R. HALLEY or HALEY. Thank you

Lee Henry Fri, 26 Mar 1999 11:38:18
Meredith Walton HENRY and James Monroe Henry lived in Gonzalez County in the late 1800's. I will share information I have on their extended families. Lee Henry, Austin, TX