Jan. 99
SHAW, Lorenzo: Death index indicates Lorenzo Shaw 53 from Toronto died on August 4, 1909 (2-53). I have been searching for Lorenzo Shaw, born in New York State abt. 1820 to Stephen Shaw. The family settled in WI, but Lorenzo, Hamilton and Alvin Shaw were in Kansas in 1860. I am decended from Alvin and I have more information on the Shaw Line. Does anyone have information on the Lorenzo Shaw that lived in Toronto? Sandi Clarke, Portland, OR.Jan. 99
I am looking for a Daisy Bell Drake born approx 1877 and died around 1961 in Yates Center Kansas, She married Marion Harlan Douglas. She had a sister named Edith who married Charles Pew.( or Pugh) Their Children were: Hallie, Donald, Harlin & Carlin (twins) and Dale. Also searching for related familys Hardesty, Pyle, Acridge. Any info would be greatly appreciated!! Melody Ann PyleJan 99
I am looking for information on my great-great grandfather and his family. His name was Daniel F. Gassaway, his son was Lemuel Gassaway. Daniel shows up on the 1850 census at Neosho Falls. Lemuel lists his residence at Neosho Falls in 1863 when he enlisted in the 9th Kansas Cavalry (Co. F). Daniel also served in the 9th Kansas Cavalry (Co. F). Do you have any other records of this family around this time? Any information would be helpful. Thank you, David GassawayJan. 99
Searching for the WEATHERMAN family. In Woodson Co. 1860-1870's. Any information, births, deaths, marriage, descendants. Ellen HollemJan. 99
I am searching for family information on the last name of Dennis. My grandmother was born in Yates Center in 1885 to a Elizabeth Dennis. She had brothers by the names of George, Perry, Bill, Henry and Bob. She later moved to Buffalo, married James P. Campbell and had a son named Charles in 1904. Help!Suzanne WhiteFeb. 99
Looking for family members of William Henry Culver who married Estella Reed child married in Woodson Co Kansas, Bessie Alvena Culver to George Albert Phelps in 8 Jan 1907 Yates Center Woodson Ks. Shirley Vinsand 2708 Gotch Park Road Humboldt Iowa 50548Feb. 99
Searching for information on Lonnia (B. A.) and Betty Jones CHEEVER of Yates Center. They married there in 1940, Betty died in 1990 at Fredonia, Wilson Co. KS. Contact by E-Mail or: 2602 31 St., Lubbock, TX 79410-3430. KeithFeb. 99
Charles CONANT b.1885 d. 1959, m.? Bertha HARLOW b. 1885 d. 1913 (Bertha is thought to have died in a fire, possibly in Fredonia) They had at least on child Granville Edward CONANT b.11-27-1909 d. 3-19-1976. Granville CONANT m. 11-10-1929 Ethel Marie CASTO b. 12-10-1912 in Toronto Ks. Ethel was the daughter of Oney Mason CASTO b.3-25-1895 d. 2-1933 and Mattie Harmon June CLARK b. 1-23-1890 d, 11-19-1978. Mattie was the daughter of William Newton CLARK and Lydia Catherine YAKEL of Greenwood Co Ks I have quite a bit of info on the CLARK and YAKEL lines but very little on the others. It is believed that these families lived around the towns of Toronto, Fall River, Fredonia and others in Greenwood, Woodson and Wilson Counties. Any help or suggestions would be greatly appreciated. Thanks VickieFeb. 99
"In 1897 Mary and Andrew Denner bought a second farm about 1/2 mile north of Piqua (Woodson County, Kansas). "Andrew Denner died June 29, 1913 at thee age of 81. Mary Denner died December 30, 1916 at 61 years of age." Three daughters of Mary and Andrew Denner never left Piqua. Theresa WysockiFeb. 99
Seeking information in Woodson County regarding any THORPEs. Specifically Everett Thorpe (Sr), my father. He was born around 1887 and eventually migrated to New York, date and reasons unknown. Information verifying dates of births, deaths, marriages, etc., would be helpful. Thank you. E. ThorpeFeb. 99
I am trying to find information about my mother, Her maiden name was Mary Mildred Fleiss. I know she wes born in Manhatton in 1897. I have found a lot of information about my father, but none about her. i think what i am looking for is something about her family. She never would talk about them, who they were or where she lived. I suspect it was a problem because of religion but I am hoping to find a place to start. I was born in Piqua 10-2-30. Mary TaylorFeb. 99
Lorenzo Shaw died in Woodson County in 1902 or 1909. His wife's name was Cornelia and children were Anna, Mary, Charles and George. Are any of these Shaws still living in the area or looking for information on their Shaws. I have lots!SandiFeb. 99
Looking for information on burial of Ella Pratt Redshaw. Also any information on PRATT family that lived in Woodson County. Thank You,Sharon TRIMMELL PierpontFeb. 99
Searching for ancestors/descendants of Dorsey Alexander b.1915 (Missouri) d.1975 (Woodson County Kansas). Related to the Jones family. J.Alexander with any information!Feb. 99
I am looking for information on exact location of my Great Grandparents Homestead near Neosha Springs. They homesteaded from 1868 to 1875 when they returned to Iowa. Their homestead was a distance from the Neosha River. May not have spelled that right. Frederick C. and Eliza Ulrich. My Grandmother, Elizabeth Mary Jane Ulrich was born there on their homestead on February 22, 1874. Would be most interested in knowing the exact location of their place and who might be living on the place now. Thank you. Bernice EdmundsFeb. 99
I am looking for information on my great great grandparents Jonathan & Margaret Blevins. They had 13 or 14 children. Jonathan was born in 1850, died in 1919. Margaret was born in 1858, died in 1897. Both were born in IN. One of their daughter's was Flossie Iva Blevins. My great grandmother. Also looking for information on her husband Archie Leland Morris. Archie is the adopted son of Albert and Emma Morris boen in 1887 and died 1947. Names of other children are Jim, Ed, John, Wilse, Geore,Ben Minnie, Lizzie, Neoma, Edith, Cecil. Some were born in Woodsom County Kansas. If any one has any information you can email me. ThanksVickie N.March 99
Looking for any info on Eliza Ann. D. Clark. May have died there abt 1927? Any help appreciated.Allen AnglinMarch 99
am searching for information on any Graves. Found out my gggrandfather Pusey Graves was a judge in Woodson County in the late 1800's. Thanks for any information. Marlene ThomasMarch 99
Some WEATHERMAN families were in Woodson Co., Anderson Co., Allen Co. and Linn Co., Kansas. I would like to share information with you. Irma WardMarch 99
Looking for any info on COLGLAZIER. Married a VETETO in 1904.Arrived in Woodson County with 2 daughters before that year. Can be reached at Deborah ColglazierMarch 99
Trying to locate any information on Cyrus and Nancy Williams. They lived, and raised their family in Toronto, Kansas-Woodson County. Their both burried there. Cyrus Benton Williams was born in 1853 and died in 1933, Nancy Jean (Gleason) Williams was born 1856 and died in 1930. I'm trying to locate any and all information on especially my grandfather's heritage. He was either from the Delaware or Cherokee tribe. Any information would be most appreciated. Thank you... Maxine Anderson John A. AndersonMarch 99
We are interested in finding information about The Stoll family and The Barnes family of Woodson County. Charlotte Barnes LewinMarch 99
Searching for Alfred Wilcox/Wilcoxen found in Toronto Twp. in 1900 census. Alfred born Nov. 1854 in MO. Had 3 children living with him on census. Frederick-18, Mary J.-16 and a niece Mary-18. Larry WilcoxenMarch 99
I am researching the names: Mize, Stanley, Ogden. Elva GibsonApril 99
I am looking for information on Eliza Ann D. McCollum-Bowlin-Clark. I'm told she died in Yates Center Ks. at the age of 84. She was living with James and Rachel Hampton ? in Yates Center. Does any out there have any information at all. HELP. Thanks.Allen AnglinApril 99
Wiggins, James Phillip, born 1844, died October 18, 1906, Yates Center, Kansas is listed as a veteran, I presume from the Civil War was married to Delphine Clawson. They had one daughter that I know of Gertrude Jane Wiggins Mosier, who lived in Rose, Eminence Township, Woodson County. This is all I know about them. Do you have any information regarding the Wiggins family? Any information would be greatly appreciated. Charlotte Barnes LewinApril 99
Looking for information on Thos. McDonald and family in1870 and 1880. Also, Duncan Mcdonald. Tempr01@aol.comApril 99
Oliver P. woody and family were in Toronto Twp, Woodson County Kansas on the 1870 census, then (if this is the same Oliver P. Woody) he was only 17. I only have the names of 3 of his children, one born in 1889 in the state of Washington. His brothers were in Clifton Twp, Washington County by 1880,but so far I have not found him. He married Mary Dowd, but I have no clue as to her age, birth, anything. Trudy SpanierApril 99
SPENCER, Elizabeth T., lived at Yates Center and published a book "OUR FATHERS PEOPLE". Does anyone know her or where the book is available? Vance BaileyMay 99
I'm researching my gr grandpa William Hughes and his brother Logan who show up on the 1870 fed census for Woodson Co. They most likely are on the 1880 census as well. I know that William is buried in Yates Center and he was a Civil War veteran having served in the Union Army with his brother Logan. William died in 1896. Would like to know if there are decendants in the area and if there are any G.A.R. records that may contain any info on William & Logan. Any assistance appreciated. JohnnyMay 99
Looking for info on Mable Colglazier who was supposed to have married a wheat farmer from Woodson County area. Had a son named Palmer. Had a sister named Ruby who was supposed to have been shot while cooking for men harvesting wheat. Fathers name was Issac Zink Colglazier. Deborah ColglazierMay 99
Ezekial Harry Inman, married Sarah Emma Taylor, lived in Woodsen Co in 1875, moved to Douglas Co. Mo in 1879. Fern Lee Email Fernrich@aol.comMay 99
Iam looking for info on a Millard and Nena Redick whom lived in Toronto, Kansas in the 1900 Nena had a baby whom name was Desaix L Redick this is all I know .I think that Toronto is in Woodson Co. Any info that i can get will be helpful. Thank youJEANNE HobbJune 99
Looking for information regarding the surname Merrill. My grandfather, Daniel William Merrill was born in Yates Center, KS September 28, 1904. Richard SwymelerJune 99
Am looking for William Rogers m. Nancy Jane who lived in Woodson Co in 1870. Their children were Thomas A., Mary, Andrew, Martha Jane, Pamphalia and Isaiah. Andrew may have been a step-brother from Nancy's earlier marriage. Sandy HolleyJune 99
I am searching for information on the marriage, and family of Nancy Jane Boon(e) of Toronto and William C (Bill) Wallace of Woodson/Allen Co. They had two sons Walter P and Floyd born in the late 1880's. Family was probably in Colorado around 1900 and after, most likely Colorado Springs area. I would like to contact anyone with information about this family or any information about Nancy Jane Boon and her parents. Thanks. Pat WallaceJune 99
I am searching for information on Abner Alvord who married Thressa Carr/Carl and settled in Kansas about 1870. I have been told that they both immigrated from Sweden as teenagers... Children: Oct. 21, 1880 Emma Vola/Viola Alvord, Sept. 11, 1882 Alberto Warren Alvord, March 6, 1884 Daisey/Daisy May Alvord, Dec.20,1886 Cora Pearl Alvord, Auug. 10, 1887 Iva Doll Alvord, April 26, 1889 Herbert Earl Alvord, Jan 4, 1891 Estella Belle Alvord, July 28, 1892 Freddie (Fred) Morrel Alvord, March 19, 1895 Minnie Edith Alvord. Herbert Earl Alvord married Erma Stiner Jan. 1, 1913 and divorced in 1923. Children of this marriage: July 7, 1915 Erma Virginia, July 12, 1917 Janieve Margrete, June 29, 1920 Stanley Earl Alvord..he died August 1, 1959... Herbert Earl Alvord remarried Dec. 24, 1929 to Nellie Lillian Mansfield Smith.. Children: Mary Louise Alvord Dec. 15, 1933 Any information would be greatly appreciated...especially if you would know who the parents are Abner Alvord and Theressa Carr/Carl were and when and where they immigrated from. Thanks! Janie ChavezJune 99
William LAYMON, wife Dora were in Neosho Falls, Woodson Co. census 1900,1910, and 1920. Ralph LAYMON and wife, Margaret were also in Neosho Falls, Woodson Co. 1900, 1910 and 1920. LAYMON children of these 2 brothers were b. from 1874 to abt 1903. I am a descendent of another of the brothers, and would be grateful to hear from any relatives. Nan LAYMON MartinJuly 99
Looking for any information on, and descendants of George Porter Paine, an attorney in Neosho Falls, Woodson County, Kansas in the mid-1800s. He was born 1832 in Vermont. R. Andrew Pierce P.O.Box 6101, Boston MA 02114July 99
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Searching for information on James and Sarah GOODALE and son Charles GOODALE who resided at Yates Center, KS (Woodson County) from abt 1875 to at least 1888, possibly longer. Grateful for Crumbs....Happy to Share! Marla AndrusJuly 99
Almond, Billie married March 28----July 78 my dad. Granddad, 18??---1988? was Bill Almond, lived on State St in Yates Center. Bill Almond Thank you!!!!! >P>Aug. 99
CLARK & BARKER. Researching g-grandparents, John W. CLARK and Axie Jane BARKER. They married June 1, 1879 in Rose, Emlnence Township, County of Woodson. They were parents of six children, all born in Yates Center: Emma Jane b: 1880, Ellora b: 1882, Flora May b: 1884, Blanche A b: 1887, Raymond R b: 1891 & William b: 1893. We believe John W. CLARK and Axie Jane BARKER were born in Indiana but have no verification of that. If you have any information regarding John W. & Axie Jane CLARK, I would appreciate hearing from you. Thank you for your assistance and good luck to you too in your research. Judy Kay EricksonAug. 99
I recently received information that the NAYLOR family settled in Woodson Co., KS in early 1880s in Vernon and Yates Center area. Believe they originated from France, came to New York, then PA, OH, IL, IA, MO, KS. I am searching for the STROW and ALBERTS families, and am told that the mothers of the STROW and NAYLOR men were ALBERTS sisters. My gr gr grandmother was Louisa STROW HAPES, and her mother was Catherine ALBERTS b. circa 1819 PA. I do not know the name of Catherine's sister that married the NAYLOR. Have found surnames of LEWIS, LOUK, MILLER, JENKINS, TAYLOR and BALDWIN that married into NAYLOR family. Any help is appreciated greatly. Leanna Eversmeyer