Knox County Archived Queries

Margaret Keyhill 1791 TN
Teresa Bransby -- Saturday, 2 September 2000, at 5:13 a.m.

Searching for information on Margaret Keyhill born abt 1791 in TN. She married Moses Galey/Gailey in Knox Co, TN on June 2, 1812. They moved to Lawrence Co, Alabama abut 1820.

Any information greatly apprecited.

Palmer/Henderson, VA. about 1720
Jack Palmer -- Saturday, 2 September 2000, at 6:31 p.m.

There is a deed in Louisa County, VA., Deed Book "A" dated 13 Oct. 1746 that gives the name of the wife of Richard Palmer as Grissel. Family tradition has it that Grissel was a Henderson. I've not found any evidence to support this tradition. Does anyone know if Grissel, the wife of Richard Palmer, was a Henderson? I'm posting my query here because I was told that I might find information on Palmer/Henderson connection in Virginia on this board. Many thanks for any help.

Jack Palmer

Re: TB Sanitariums
peggy dixon -- Saturday, 2 September 2000, at 10:24 p.m.

hi,

there is one place i know for patients with tb,and that is hillcrest north or beverly located on tazewell pike,knoxville. i used to work there,as did someone else i know who was a friends' mother

Re: asylum cemetery in Knoxville
peggy dixon -- Saturday, 2 September 2000, at 10:29 p.m.

hi,

eastern state hospital was the asylum,i dont know the year,it was the state hospital,located on lyons view pike,it is now known as lakeshore. they might could help you,or try the east tenn historical center,knoxville,or even tennesse state library and archives.

Re: Mental Hospitals in Eastern Tennessee
peggy dixon -- Saturday, 2 September 2000, at 10:36 p.m.

in response to mental hospital on maloneyville rd,that was hillcrest,which no longer exists there,but the one on tazwell pike does,it's called hillcrest north,or hillcrest beverly. knoxville

Re: Union Grove Baptist Church
peggy dixon -- Saturday, 2 September 2000, at 10:39 p.m.

you might want to try union co. i think there's one there. you can get list of churches,cemetarys by accessing tngen web and go to union co.

old obituaries
peggy dixon -- Saturday, 2 September 2000, at 10:45 p.m.

is there anywhere i can find old obituaries from knox county,as around 1935?

Information on Carl Raymond Rasar
Donald Giesler -- Saturday, 2 September 2000, at 10:59 p.m.

All the info I have is he was born in 1892 in Knoxville.His Fathers name was Peter , and his Mother was Alice Kerr. Alice Kerr died in 1895. Also there is a Doshie Blevins involved. Any help would much appreciated. Thank you.

Cemeteries
Addie P. Howell -- Sunday, 3 September 2000, at 7:25 a.m.

Looking for GATES Cemeteries. I have been told that there were two GATES cemeteries south of Knoxville. Can anyone help me with this.

CUNNINGHAM , PARRAMORE
Addie P. Howell -- Sunday, 3 September 2000, at 8:19 a.m.

Looking for information on Lydia (Cunningham) Taylor Parramore In the 1786 she was married to Isaac Taylor and lived in Washington Co TN. Believe she might have lived in Knox Co at one time. Later she divorced Isaac Taylor and married after the war to Amos Parramore a Revolutionary Soldier. In 1802 she gave a Deposition saying that Amos had been dead for several years and left her with four children. At that time she was living with her mother Mrs Cunningham in Carter Co, Tn. Any help with this would be appreciated. She may have come from Virginia.

Mulvaney family
Jennifer Mulvaney -- Sunday, 3 September 2000, at 11:46 a.m.

I am looking for any information on Christopher C. Mulvaney born in 1795 and married to Zilpha Underwood in Knox Co. I think his father was Henry, but have no siblings, dates, etc. Any information you have would be greatly appreciated.

Re: BREEDEN FAMILY
Harrell Lynch -- Sunday, 3 September 2000, at 12:09 p.m.

My grandfather was Meedy white Breeden. If I can be of any help please let me know.

Cunningham
Jo Anne Weaver -- Sunday, 3 September 2000, at 6:53 p.m.

I am looking for info on the family of William B Cunningham 1806-1868 and Elizabeth Sharkey Peck 1810-1890.

GRADY surname in TN
Gene Grady Jr -- Tuesday, 5 September 2000, at 8:58 a.m.

I am researching the GRADY surname in TN. Most of my family were in the KNOX CO. area. Here are a few names. John W. Grady, George W. Grady, Joseph Grady, John N. Grady, Otha Grady, Brian Grady, Alfred G. Grady, Flora, Nora, Lillie, Annie, Rachel (Johnson) Grady. Thanks, Gene Grady Jr, Jacksonville, FL.

Holts - Joseph, Albert,Tim,Gee,Jim,Ben
Trudy Myrland -- Tuesday, 5 September 2000, at 1:46 p.m.

Joe A. HOLT's Wife died while living in Knox County Tennessee. Joe took his children to Texas. With him came Timothy Lee HOLT, Albert B. HOLT, John HOLT, Ben HOLT and Belle HOLT. Joe then married a red headed woman and had two sons, Gee and Jim HOLT. He remarried twice more. Joe B. HOLT died Feb. 13,, 1924 in Dennison Texas. Grayson Co. Timothy HOLT was born on April 23rd or 25th, 1881 in Knoxville, Tennessee and died December 18, 1938. He was buried at Pleasant Ridge Cemetery. He died at Point Texas. He was a Methodist, worked in the salt mines.Timothy Holt Had several children. With his first wife, we believe to be named Rosalie. They had Alice and Mae. With his Second Wife named "Vie" he had Sadie Inez, Cecil Elizabeth, Earl, Jim, Tearance Leon, David Alton, and Amanda Lousia, and probley many more???

Poston Famil
Cindy Smith -- Thursday, 7 September 2000, at 2:01 a.m.

I am interested in any information that you can give me on Edward Greenlief Poston. Born around 1823. His Fathers name was Edward also and his mother's name was Mary. He had siblings by the name of William, Lucindy, Sindy or Lindy not sure how this was spelled, and a Virginia. They were living in Knox County in the 1850's. Any information you can give me on this family would be very helpful.

Thanks Cindy Smith

Wylie/Wilie Adams
Barbara Hearne -- Thursday, 7 September 2000, at 5:23 p.m.

Wylie Adams, b. Knoxville,TN, m.Sarah,b.Knoxville, TN-son James A.(possibly Andrew)b.25 Aug 1841/42.This family said to own most of Knox County at one time-Sarah may have died young and Wylie remarried. If you know of this Adams family please let me know. Thanks, Barbara Hearne

Re: Ford/Johnson/Mooney/Whittle/Masterson/Cottrell
Darlene Huey -- Friday, 8 September 2000, at 3:31 p.m.

James Perry Johnson is in my line as well as the Maxey Bondaurant Ford lines. I would like to swap information on the Johnson Lines if you are interested.. Darlene

MIKELS MILL
Joyce Friddle -- Friday, 8 September 2000, at 10:51 p.m.

My name is Joyce Friddle from Logan Co. AR and I was visiting Knox County this past week for a Mikels/Michaels/Mikles reunion. I am searching for information about the Mikels Grist Mill, located on the French Broad just east of the forks. A nice young man took us to the site but we had to leave town before we were able to learn much about the history. My 4th Great Grandfather, Jacob Mikels moved to Knoxville around 1819 and purchased land, sometime later built the Mill and owned about 300 acres south of the river near the Mill. If anyone has any information about the Mill or the Family, please contact me at: jfriddle@cswnet.com

Court Boyd
Boyd Case -- Saturday, 9 September 2000, at 1:04 p.m.

I am looking for any information about a Court Boyd, his name may have been James Courtland Boyd. A great uncle he was reported to have been living in Knoxville in 1910. Mr Boyd would have move to your area from Ohio.

Thanks for any help.

Boyd Case

CEMETARY DIRECTIONS
Sandy Davis Posten -- Sunday, 10 September 2000, at 10:58 a.m.

Coming to Knoxville TN next wk to find some info on my kin,can you direct me to Thorn Grove Ceme. in Knox CO TN,it is suppose to be 13 miles east of Knoxville.Would you know of a Ceme grave map and its location?? Also looking for Gap Creek in Sevier CO TN. Time is limited for me,trying to cover all the ground I can. Any help would be greatly appreciated>> Thanks Sandy Davis Posten

Brumley's in and around Tn
karen myers -- Sunday, 10 September 2000, at 12:13 p.m.

Looking for any info on the Brumley family in and around Tn. 1700's to present day. Would like to visit with any of them. Does any one know where I can find out if a William Brumley was born in Knox co. Tn in th early 1700's to 1900's Just a few other names Sarah, William Jasper, John, Mary, Calvin. this is just a few of them, Thank you

Re: CEMETARY DIRECTIONS
Charlie Brooks -- Sunday, 10 September 2000, at 4:34 p.m.

Hi Sandy:

Contact Robert McGinnis at (865)687-2884. He has done research on cemeteries in Knox County for several years. He may be able to tell you how to locate Thorn Grove Cemetery.

Charlie

Re: CEMETARY DIRECTIONS
Charlie Brooks -- Sunday, 10 September 2000, at 4:44 p.m.

Sandy:

Also try Jeff Berry at jeffbberry@aol.com

Charlie

Re: Calvary Cemetery
Charlie Brooks -- Sunday, 10 September 2000, at 4:51 p.m.

Robert McGinnis has written a book on Calvary Cemetery called "Rest in Peace". His cost is 16.00 and can be ordered at the following:

Robert McGinnis 1425 Glenoaks Drive Knoxville TN 37918.

Charlie

Davolt-Whisenand, Knox Co 1817-1822
Kay Cherry -- Sunday, 10 September 2000, at 6:32 p.m.

James Adam Davolt and wife Frances (Whisenand) were in Knoxville, TN for the birth of son James Campbell Davolt May 28, 1822. Looking for info on older brother of James, Isaac Jackson Davolt b Mar 6, 1817 also in TN. Children of James and Frances were: Susan Elizabeth, John D., Sarah Catherine, Isaac Jackson, James Campbell, Rosanna Davolt, Julia Katherine, and William Lafayette Studivent Davolt. Family was in KY 1812 and then TN and then moved to MO.

Re: Edna Yearout/William or James Stinnett
Len Kloth -- Sunday, 10 September 2000, at 7:51 p.m.

This maybe a longshot my grandmothers 'half-sister' was Flora Stinnett, who lived near Maryville, TN. My family picture of here is from about 1900. I have much in the family tradition about the 'Stinnetts,'-but little in the way objective infromation about them, but will be glad to help. My Grandmothers name was Cordelia Pannell, born 1890, Maryville?Knoxville? Other names were Flannagan, Orohud. If E-Mail is down, will be glad to leave my PH# 909-795-3860

Re: John Mabry m. Eliza Brock
Vicki Ellis -- Sunday, 10 September 2000, at 9:33 p.m.

Found in database of Tennessee Marriages to 1825 Brock, Betsy married Crawford, Joseph on 10 Arp 1799 in Knox Co. Tn. Don't know if it is related or not but more than likely it could be a sister to your Eliza and maybe my Price Brock. Or they may be cousins. Anyway thought I would pass this on hoping it helps.

Marinda VICARS - Paul BARKER 1848
Gail Knight -- Sunday, 10 September 2000, at 10:01 p.m.

I am searching for the parents of MARINDA VICARS. She may have been born in VA abt. 1829. Marinda married PAUL BARKER in Knox Co., 1848. She was widowed with 6 children when Paul died of disease while serving in the 1863 war.

Dalton
Berniece Millsaps -- Sunday, 10 September 2000, at 10:22 p.m.

Looking for the parents and other information on George W. Dalton , wife Mary W. Dalton. Would like to know Mary's maiden name. George born about 1818 probably in Virginia. buried Knox Co, Pleasant Forest Cem died about 1899. Children Amelia J. , Martha A, Polly E, Elizabeth, Rebecca, James L., William A, Millard F. (Fillmore), Belle E, and Fanney.

Amelia J. Dalton married John A. Strange James L. Dalton married Mary Elizabeth Franklin William A. Dalton married Mary E. Cox Belle E. Dalton married Alford A. Hull Fanney Dalton married Scott Newberry (2) William Curtis Any information concerning this family appreciated.

Re: John Mabry m. Eliza Brock
anna -- Monday, 11 September 2000, at 5:53 a.m.

Hi, thank you for your reply, I am not sure of the connection but it gives another avenue of research. Thank you for your reply. When I find the data I will post to this board. Thanks, anna

Re: welch/bright
darlene -- Tuesday, 12 September 2000, at 10:12 p.m.

Thank you so much for answering my message. Since that time I found my father's family and went to Tn to meet them and visit his grave. Thank you for taking the time to give me this info. Darlene

Re: old obituaries
Debra McCauley -- Wednesday, 13 September 2000, at 11:28 a.m.

You can go to the East Tennessee Historical Center or the Main Knox County Library. I believe the UTK Library (Hodges) has these on microfilm as well.

jones cemetary
peggy dixon -- Wednesday, 13 September 2000, at 8:07 p.m.

does anyone know where jones cemetary is located? it must be a private,family graveyard. my g-grandfather,eli bowlin,1842-1927,is buried there. i was told it was in fountain city. i was told there was a private graveyard,off one of side roads off jacksboro pike there,behind carlton arms apartments,but i havent been able to find it. does anyone have any info on this? eli was married to a ruth brantley,after 1916,when former wife,malinda,died in 1916. it doesnt make sense to me that he is buried in knox co,for he was from hancock,and union co,but who knows?

Re: Manifold Station
Sharon -- Wednesday, 13 September 2000, at 8:36 p.m.

Manifold Station is located in Knox Co. at the corner of Deaton Hollow Road and Kodak Road. There is a stone marker.

White/Adams mar. abt. 1740, TN
cary -- Wednesday, 13 September 2000, at 8:39 p.m.

Looking for information on Alfred White, born 1807, NC, married Elizabeth ?Elvira Adams, born 1828, reportedly of Knox Co. TN. Married about 1845, then moved to Wise Co., Va., and Pike Co., Ky. Any information on the White and Adams families of Knox Co., TN about this time would be appreciated.

Cary

Poston Family
Cindy Smith -- Thursday, 14 September 2000, at 10:01 a.m.

Hi , My name is Cindy Smith and I am doing Geneology on The Poston Line from Around Henderson County Texas. They also lived in VanZandt County and Kaufman County. If Any of these names are familiar to you. Please let me know.

They originated from Tenn in Sullivan County and Knox County and some from somewhere in Virginia I think.

Edward Greenlief Poston Born around 1823

He was supose to have had several wives: 6 or 7 Clarenda McRaven Margaret Snodgrass A.M. Logsdon Pidy Frances Rooks Lizzie Farris Martha Roberson

His Children: George M. Poston William Edward Jefferson Greenlief Poston Walter George Poston Will A Poston Charles Archie Poston Nora Bell Poston Martha Virginia Poston Clarenda Poston Edward Greenlief Jr. Poston Frances Poston James Wesley Poston John Raford Poston Mary Lizzie Beth Poston Dale Poston Mandy Poston

Also if you have any information on the parents of Arthur Eugene Poston, born in Henderson County, I would be very thankful.

My Email: sissysmith@tyler.net

Laura L.Smith
Hallie Laura Loy McCarter -- Friday, 15 September 2000, at 7:10 p.m.

I have that my paternal grandmother, Laura L Smith Loy (Mrs. John W. Loy) was born in Corryton. Her parents may have been A. F. and Fanny Smith. Does anyone have ANY info that could help me. MANY thanks.Hallie Laura Loy McCarter

TESTER,LLOYD,WHITE,HARTLEY
Marilyn K Morris` -- Saturday, 16 September 2000, at 12:34 a.m.

Searching for the families of Mary Tester Lloyd married a farmer near Knoxville TN. Mary had a daughter named Margaret who had a son named Lindle. Catherine Tester White married to a man who owned a furniture store in Knoxville. Joe and John Tester were Mary and Catherine's brothers. Joe and John went by wagon to Arkansas around 1910. John stayed in Arkansas, but Joe Tester returned to Lake City Tn and eventually moved to Morganfield KY with his wife Grace Hartley, and children Sam, Charlie, Versie, Elbert and Gordon. Sam and Charlie were born in TN the rest in AR. lOOKING FOR THE PARENTS OF JOE,JOHN,MARY AND KATHERINE.

Abner PADGETT/Mary J. (FRANKLIN) PADGETT, 1880, TN
Lynn -- Saturday, 16 September 2000, at 4:25 a.m.

Special Request for researchers on the PADGETT & FRANKLIN family. I need help. I have located a marriage record of Abner PADGETT md. 14 Apr 1867, Mary J. FRANKLIN, Knox Co., TN. On the 1880 Census, Knox Co., TN list the following; Abner PADGETT, w,m, age 30, b. TN Mary PADGETT, w,f, age 28, b. TN Elizabeth PADGETT, dau, w,f, age 7, b. TN William PADGETT, son, w,m, age 5, b. TN James PADGETT, son, w,m, age 3, b. TN

I know that Abner & Mary PADGETT had a least two more children, Sudie (Padgett) WHITSON, b. 10 Sep 1880, Knox Co., TN and Henry PADGETT.

I was told that Abner & Mary PADGETT are buried somewhere near McLain, Muskogee Co., OK. I would appreciate any information on this family or the parents of Abner PADGETT and Mary J. (FRANKLIN) PADGETT.

I have a Tin picture of Mary PADGETT holding her daughter, Elizabeth "Lizzie" PADGETT on her lap. Mary has a lot of Native American in looks. Family tradition was Cherokee decent.

Re: John H. R. G. Gardner
paula young -- Saturday, 16 September 2000, at 4:52 p.m.

John H R G Gardner was my great great grandfather. He established many churches in northeast arkansas. We have all the history on his 8 children as far as marriages and birthdates and death. We are trying to find john h r g gardner's parents and what his initials stand for. would appreciate your contacting me asap.

Re: Samuel York
Joe Byers -- Saturday, 16 September 2000, at 10:49 p.m.

The Old Tillery Cemetery was destroyed by a person who bought the land. All of the headstones that were left were moved to the Boowalter United Methodist Church Cemetery On Central Avenue Pike in Knoxville in 1982. The inscription on his tombstone was recorded by Samuel Ferguson in the 1940's: "Samuel York, Born Randolph County, North Carolina April 10, 1800 and died Knox County, Tennessee January 9, 1873 age 73 years, 3 months, 6 days." Hope this helps.

where to find a marriage record
Joan Bulach -- Monday, 18 September 2000, at 11:30 a.m.

Where would I look to find a marriage record for a couple married between 1939 and 1940. They lived in Knoxville but I don't think they were married there. Is there any kind of state wide index?

Re: Betty lee MYERS
don huskey -- Tuesday, 19 September 2000, at 7:17 p.m.

trying to find my family history

LAMB and KESTERSON
Carol Florimonte -- Wednesday, 20 September 2000, at 8:28 a.m.

I am trying to do genealogy on the late Rev. Roy Willet Lamb's family. Roy Willet Lamb was my first cousin. Roy was the son of Niza Kesterson Lamb, and Eugene(Gene) Lamb from Knoxville Tennessee.

Carol from Cincinnati Ohio

Shinpaugh orgin
William H. Shinpaugh -- Wednesday, 20 September 2000, at 8:59 a.m.

According to Tennessee history Henry Shinpaugh's parents came to Knox County ~1770. Henry married Elizabeth McDaniel.

Rutherfords in early 1800
Candy Addison -- Wednesday, 20 September 2000, at 9:57 a.m.

I am looking for James Rutherford, born 1791, married Susan Henry abt 1808. James may have been farming in Knox Co. at about this time. Anyone having information about a RUTHERFORD family in this area in this time frame, please, get in touch.

Re: Knoxville Children's Home
Eric Ryberg -- Wednesday, 20 September 2000, at 6:56 p.m.

Irene Hasley was my g-g-grandmother. She was born Irene Wallace Mahood on 22 Nov 1861 in Springfield Twp, Bradford Co., PA. She married John Edward Hasley ca. 1878 in Hornell, Steuben Co., NY. They had two sons, Edward G. and Walter David, and a daughter, Vera Anne. The family moved to Knoxville ca. 1900 when John left his job with the Erie RR for one with the Southern RR. Irene ran the Home for Friendless Babies from 1916 thru 1939. She died 4 Apr 1947 and was buried next to her late husband at Woodlawn Cemetery in Knoxville. In addition to the Robinson paper, Irene and her Home for Friendless Babies is featured in an interview of Vera Hasley Rimmer for the Knoxville Journal which appeared 5 Apr 1967.

Re: Rutherfords in early 1800
Bonnie -- Thursday, 21 September 2000, at 7:54 a.m.

I have some Rutherfords in my family tree. The earliest one I have is Houston L. Rutherford born in Knox Co., Tn. (no date) His wife Mary Meltabarger, Born 1813 Knox Co., Tn. They married in 1836 in Knox CO., Tn. They had 6 kids that I know of Martha b.1838 ; Harriett b.1840; Jane b. 1842; Lloyd b. 1844; Caroline b.1847; Malissa b. 1849. All born in Knox Co., Tn. Is it possible that Houston's parents are the ones you mention? This is all I have on them. Let me know if this is the family you are looking for. Thanks! Bonnie

Surname's:Wilkins, Wilson
Joan Wilson -- Thursday, 21 September 2000, at 8:57 a.m.

I am looking for info on Robert Osie Wilkins,DOB 1897 who was married to Susie Wilkins,DOB 1900. They had 3 daughters that were born in GA.Winona Beth, Irene,& Juanita and then moved to Knoxville,in the 1930's.Susie ran a boarding house on Stewart St. in the 1940's. Their oldest daughter,Winona Beth Wilkins married William Howard Wilson there is Knoxville, and had 5 children,Brenda, Ronald J.& a twin that died ?,Robert O.(my husband),Pamela,Russell H. and later moved to Ohio.Robert Osie Wilkins is burried in the militery cemetery there in Knoxville.I have not been able to find out who Robert Osie Wilkins father was . I am told that his name was Robert T. Wilkins, the T. is for Tullas and he was called R.T. and married Martha Elizabeth Garrett?. Any info would be appreciated. Thanks! Joan joan1@zoomnet.net

Re: SAMUEL RAMSEY
Judi Sanders -- Thursday, 21 September 2000, at 1:02 p.m.

I am the 4rth great grandaughter of a woman named India Ramsey. She was born 1769, and married a Thomas Gilmore. The family lived in KY, but we are unsure of the origins of the Ramsey family. Her parents listed are: William Ramsey & Wife Elizabeth( LDS IGI)

Judi Sanders JuBee0110@aol.com

Samuel & Angeline( Alley) Johnson
Judi Sanders -- Thursday, 21 September 2000, at 1:07 p.m.

I am looking for any and all information about Samuel Johnson and his wife Angeline (Alley) Married in Knox Co,TN 1892.

Thank you Judi Sanders ( Possible Great Grandchild of Samuel & Angeline)

Re: where to find a marriage record
Carl -- Friday, 22 September 2000, at 7:36 a.m.

Nope -- you need to individually check possible counties. --Carl

Re: Samuel York
Carl -- Friday, 22 September 2000, at 7:39 a.m.

What's your descendancy from Samuel York? I am descended from [his brother?] John York, also in Knox Co. --Carl

Bert Vinson Books
Donna Rice -- Saturday, 23 September 2000, at 3:54 p.m.

I am looking for any of Bert Vinson's books. I am told that he wrote many stories about people in and around the area. I was also told that there was a story about my uncle, Elmer Smith in one of these. I would geatly like to hear from anyone who knows where any of these books can be obtained.

Sexton/Lambert/Nolen/Nolan>Dawson/Worth
Jackie Hines -- Saturday, 23 September 2000, at 8:04 p.m.

I am trying to find relatives of Sallie Lambert who married James Sexton. Their children were James R. born about 1878, George born about 1869,John Hardy born about1888,Isaac born about 1886, Murphy born about 1879, Nancy BROWN born about 1875, Matty or Martha HARPER born bout 1871, and Sallie JACK born about 1873, and Lillie Mae NOLEN. Lillie was my grandmother. She married Darius Nolen. I would appreciate any information and I will share pictures and any information that I have. Jackie Hines

Re: Sexton/Lambert/Nolen/Nolan>Dawson/Worth
Jackie Hines -- Saturday, 23 September 2000, at 8:16 p.m.

I am interested in relatives of John Nolen, William Nolen, Darius Nolen, Martha Dawson , Abraham Dawson,Jr. and wife Catherine ? Would especially like to know who Catherine was. Would like to know about any links of Lambert and Nolen. Especially Benjamin Lambert at sometime from Cocke County. Had links to Lambert's from Indiana.

Jackie Hines

Routh/Ruth/Hill
Ben L. E. Webb -- Sunday, 24 September 2000, at 12:33 p.m.

I am primarily searching for the ancestors of Stephen ROUTH/RUTH, b:1837 in Strawberry Plains or Rone, TN. Believe his mother was Rosannah(don't know maiden name)RUTH, b:1813 or 1812 in SC, who married John HILL in May 11, 1845 in Grainger Co., TN. 1850 census for Knox Co. shows Stephen RUTH, age 14, his sister Milly RUTH, age 12, Mary Jane HILL, age 15, and Daniel Hill, age 4 living together. We do not know for sure that Rosannah RUTH HILL, was his mother. Believe from family history she is and his father was Jeremiah ROUTH/RUTH. There could have been another brother Jacob that does not show up on the 1850 census. Rosannah lives the rest of her life in Union Co., TN and dies at the Alms House following 1880. Family history says her maiden name may have been ASTOR.

Re: perry family of knoxville
Donny Perry -- Sunday, 24 September 2000, at 12:49 p.m.

Hi Don,

I have posted some info that I have that I believe relates to this Allen Perry. I believe that Allen Perry may be a brother to my ancestor Lewis Perry, b. ca 1798 SC. Lewis Perry married Mornen Cunningham in Knox Co. TN in 1825.

I believe that Lewis Perry and Allen Perry may possibly be children of Jesse Perry b.1750-1760. Note that a Jesse Perry was a security for his first bastardy hearing. Jesse Perry also lives one family away from Lewis Perry in the 1830 Knox Co. TN census.

I would be interested in exchanging info on this family.

thanks,

Donny Perry 1667 Sylvan Ave. Dallas, TX 75208-2544 214.941.5454

Individual Narrative of Allen Perry

Allen Perry;

Allen Perry was born between 1790 and 1800. He was born between 1800 and 1810. He was born between 1805 and 1806 at SC.

Jesse Perry was one of the sureties in Allen Perry's bastardy case involving his illigitimate son, Edward Mason , He and Elizabeth Mason were never married; "Allen Perry who stood bound in recognizance to appear at the present term to answer a charge of the State exhibited against him for Bastardy by the Oath of Elizabeth Mason, appeared, & It is therefore adjudged by the Court that he be the reputed father of the said Elizabeths illegitimate child Edward." He was in court on 5 January 1825 at Knox Co., TN.

Wednesday Morning January 5th 1825 State vs. Allen Perry Allen Perry who stood bound in recognizance to appear at the present term to answer a charge of the State exhibited against him for Bastardy by the Oath of Elizabeth Mason, appeared, & It is therefore adjudged by the Court that he be the reputed father of the said Elizabeths illegitimate child Edward - and it is ordered by the Court that he give Security to indemnify the County & c

Whereupon the said Allen Perry acknowledges himself indebted to the Justices of this Court and their Successors in Office in the sum of five hundred dollars, and Thomas White John McLamore & Jesse Perry his Securities acknowledge themselves each indebted in the sum of two hundred and fifty dollars as aforesaid - to be levied of their respective goods and Chattels Lands (p. 185) and tenements but to be void on Condition the said Allen Perry indemnifies and saves harmless this County against all charges and expenses in Consequence of the birth and bringing up of said Child - and abides by and performes such orders as this Court may make relative thereto.

He and Elizabeth Steward were never married; Elizabeth Steward had an illigitimate son by Allen Perry before 10 Oct 1828.

He married Matilda Dearmond, daughter of John Dearmon, on 3 September 1828 at Knox Co., TN; Allen Perry married Matilda Dearmond, daughter of John Dearmon [sic] of Knox County, by Isaac Lewis on the 3 Sep 1828. The bondsman was Sam R Rodgers.

He appeared on the census of 1830 at Knox Co., TN; Allen Perry, 1 male under 5, 1 male 20-30, 1 female 20-30.

He was on the tax list in 1836 at District 14, Knox Co., TN; Allin Perry is taxed in district 14 in 1836. District 14 is directly east of Knoxville on the east side of the Holston River. It extends to the county line which is along Bays Mountain.

He married Eliza Jane Oar on 28 March 1837 at Knox Co., TN; Allen Perry married Eliza Jane Oar (Orr) on the 28 Mar 1837. The bondsman was Daniel McCullen.

He was in court on 10 October 1838 at Knox Co., TN; Friday Morning October 10th 1828,

Allen Perry who stood bound in a Recognizance to appear at this court and answer a charge of the State exhibited against him upon the Oath of Elizabeth Steward for Bastardy appeared.

Whereupon it is considered and adjudged by the Court that the said Allen Perry be the reputed father of said Elizabeths illegitimate male child and it is ordered by the Court that he give security to indemnify the county

Whereupon the said Allen acknowledges himself indebted to the Justices of this Court and their successors in Office in the sum of five hundred dollars, And Ephraim Alexander, Lewis Perry, & Elijah Perry as his security in the sum of two hundred and fity dollars, each to be levied etc but to be void on condition the said Allen Perry doth indemnify and save harmless this County against all expense and charge in consequence of the birth and bringing up and supporting said child and abides by and performs such orders as this Court may make relative thereto.

And it is considered by the Court that the said Allen Perry pay the Costs of this cause etc.

Whereupon Ephraim Alexander, Lewis Perry & Elijah Perry came into Court and confessed Judgment with the defendant for the Costs.

Therefore it is considered by the Court that they and the Defendant pay the same for which execution may issue etc.

Elizabeth Steward vs Allen Perry On Motion of John R. Nelson, Attorney etc It is ordered by the Court that the said Allen pay to said Elizabeth for the support of her child of which he is reputed father, Ninety dollars as follows towit, forty dollars for the first year, commencing on the first day of (236) Augst. 1828 & falling due quarterly towit a fourth on the first of November, February, May and August then next, and for the 2nd year the sum of thirty dollars falling due quarterly, towit a fourth on the first of November, February, May and August, next then following and should said Perry fail to pay the several sums or any of them as they fall due according to this order, then It is considered by the Court that execution may issue for the sum so due and unpaid, and it is considered by the Court that said Allen Perry pay the Costs of this Order Motion and entry for which execution may issue, etc.

He appeared on the census of 1840 at Knox Co., TN; p. 2 Allen Perry 1 male 5-10, 2 males 15-20, 1 male 40-50 1 female under 5, 2 females 5-10, 2 females 20-30.

He appeared on the census of 1850 at Knox Co., TN; Allen Perry, 44, SC, carpenter, $300 Eliza Jane " 32, TN Margret E. " 20, TN Oliver " 17, TN, laborer Mary " 16, TN William " 10, TN, school Francis " 7, TN Claibourn " 5, TN Houston " 3, TN Baxter " 3 months, TN.

He witnessed the survey of Francis Perry on 4 July 1865 at Knox Co., TN; p. 131 Tuesday July the 4th 1865 The Court appoints Francis Perry Overseer of the Road from the fork of the Road to Elijah Perrys on the Road leading from Boyds ferry to Strawberry plains and he is hereby required to keep the same in lawful repair as a third Class Road with the hands on the following farms Thos McMillans, Alex McMillans, John Nails, Jackson Luttrells, John M. Ramseys and Allen Perrys

The Court appoints Henderson Bounds Overseer of the Road from Mira Perrys gate to James Pratts branch on the Road leading from Knoxville by Boyds ferry to Strawberry plains ... keep ... in ... repair ... with the hands on the following farms to wit: Wm Bounds, John Pratts, Sarah Cloningers, John Plumlee, David Smiths, the farm John Blake lives on and Alexander Leeks farm.

The Court appoints Noble A. J. Perry Overseer of the Road from Bounds ford Holston to Sinking Creek on the Road leading from Knoxville to Strawberry plains and he is hereby (page 132) required to keep the same in lawful repair as a Second Class Road with the hands residing in the usual and former bounds.

Endnotes

Re: Renfro/Rentfro all spellings
Nancy Dixon Murray -- Monday, 25 September 2000, at 10:22 a.m.

I am a descendant of William Lindsy Renfro of Knox County, Tennessee. Is the reunion in July 2000? Can you send me any information on thie reunion? Nancy Dixon Murrayh 1916 Logan Manor Dr. Reston, Va. 20190 or Alamance@Mindspring.com. Thanks.

Charles Thomas Love
Annie Presley -- Tuesday, 26 September 2000, at 3:14 a.m.

I am researching the Love family from Morgan Co.,Tn. Charles Love was my father-in-law. I need to know when his son died and where he is buried.I don't know if his wife is still living.

Area study
Joan Troy -- Tuesday, 26 September 2000, at 8:22 a.m.

For an extensive and detailed study of cultural conditions in Monroe, Blount, Loudon (and surrounding area), I am focusing on the HOWARD/McGHEE/JONES feud, part of which took place in KNOX county and would appreciate input from descendants of the contemporaries of the feud events. KNOX county papers continued to carry this story for decades after the final episode. This research will delve beyond previous accounts. Any of your ancestors' memories of how these events were perceived then, as well as how they are regarded today are appreciated. Reply privately to jbtroy1@aol.com Joan Troy jbtroy1@aol.com

William Jesse Lynch/ Lucinda Catherine Ford
Swanee -- Tuesday, 26 September 2000, at 7:53 p.m.

W.J. Lynch (Bill) and his wife Lucinda Catherine (Kate) Ford lived in Knoxville from early 1900's until 1959. Came from Claiborne County, Tn. I need marriage date, vital records of any kind. They were my grandparents. Any help appreciated.

Franklin Family Knox Co. Tn.
Sheila Franklin Parsons -- Tuesday, 26 September 2000, at 10:39 p.m.

I have been updating some of my records and thought I might share some of my Franklin information. Please note that all this information has not been verified by me as of yet, A lot of it has been sent to me by other researchers. I have deleted the names of anyone I know to still be living to protect their privacy. I have also added some Notes so that the information I have verfied is noted.

I have a webpage set up with pictures of some of this Franklin line, there are many pictures still unidentifed, so please take a look and leave me a message and let me know if you know who any of them are.

www.geocities.com/taby43/index.html

Sheila

Descendants of William B Franklin

1. William B Franklin- b)03 Feb 1812, Va; d) 24Oct.1896-,Knox,Tn) · * Note* Found on 1850 Knox Co. Census: William 37 Farmer Va.

sp: Elizabeth Flenniken- b) 01 Jan 1816-Knox,Tn m) 14 Jan 1834

d) 07 Jul 1902, Knox,Tn · *Note* Found on 1850 Census: Elizabeth 33 Tn. · *Note* Marriage date Confirmed

2. James Harvey Franklin-b) 28 Oct 1835 Mount Olive, Knox, d) 27 Apr 1865)

sp: Nancy J Rhea- m) 06 Aug 1856 · *Note* Found 1850 Census: James H. 14, Tn. · *Note* Marriage Date Confirmed

2. Sarah Ann Franklin- b) 10 Sep 1837-Mount Olive,Knox,Tn

sp: John A Harmon- m).17 Sep 1868 · *Note* 1850 Knox Co. Census: Sarah A. 12, Tn. · *Note* Marrigae date confirmed

2. William Perry Franklin- b) 24 Jan 1839-Mount Olive,Knox,Tn

d) 30 May 1920

sp: Lucy M Massey-25475 (m.16 Jan 1868) · *Note* 1850 Knox Co. Census: William P. 10, Tn · *Note* Marriage Date Confirmed

2. John Flenniken Franklin- b) 05 Dec 1840-Mount Olive,Knox,Tn

sp: Margaret E May- m) 28 Jan 1869 · *Note* 1880 Knox Co. Census · *Note* Marriage Date Confirmed · 3. Mary E. Franklin- b) Abt. 1870 sp: John Richard LeBow m) 03 Dec 1897 · *Note* 1880 Knox Co. Census

3. John R. Franklin- b) Abt. 1872 sp: Margaret Ann Foster m) 06 Feb. 1897 · *Note* 1850 Knox Co. Census

3. Thomas R. Franklin b) abt. 1876 3. Alvin W. Abt 1879/1880

2. Samuel Wallace Franklin- b) 26 Oct 1841-Mount Olive, Knox,Tn d) 11 Aug 1843

2. Madison Montgomery Franklin- b) 16 Aug 1844-Mount Olive,Knox,Tn d) 26 Oct 192, Knox,Tn

sp: Catherine Isabella Josephine Duncan-b)2 Oct 1848, Knox,Tn

m) 09 Jan 1868 d) 24 Jan 1927 Knox,Tn. · *Note* 1850 Knox Co. Census · *Note* Marriage Date Confirmed

3. William Perry Franklin-b) 28 Oct 1868, Knox,Tn d) 14 Mar 1957

sp: Fannie Clark-m) 30 Mar 1895 · *Note* 1880 Knox Co. Census · *Note* Marriage Date Confirmed

3. Ida Bell Franklin-b) 09 Aug 1870, Knox,Tn. d) 09 Dec 1962

sp: Thomas B Chambers · *Note* Addition of Children (pictures on my Webpage of children) 4.Cecil Chambers 4. Velma Chambers

3. Florence F Franklin-b) 26 Feb.1872, Knox,Tn

sp: George D Johnson m)19 Apr 1891 *Note* 1880 Knox Co. Census

3. Charles Wesley Franklin b)24 Mar 1873 Knoxville, Knox Tn d)19 Oct 1938-Knoxville,Knox,Tn

sp: Nancy Alee Collins b)10 Nov 1874 Dumplin, Jefferson,Tn m)13 Mar 1900 d.27 Feb 1940 Knoxville,Knox,Tn · *Note* 1880 Knox Co. Census · *Note* Marriage Date Confirmed · 4. Claude Wesley Franklin b)29 Aug 1901-Knoxville, Knox,Tn

d)28 Aug 1977-Knoxville,Knox,Tn

sp: Olive Sprague b)04 Oct 1896 New York City, Ny m)12 Aug 1926

d)25 May 1984 Knoxville, Knox, Tn

5. Marilyn Franklin b)02 Jul 1927 Knoxville, Knox, Tn

sp: Jerrell Perry Childress b) 15 Nov 1927-Halls, Lauderdale, Tn

m)19 May 1951

4. Gladys Franklin b) unk sp) Unk Marshall

3. Minnie Elizabeth Franklin-b)01 Jun 1874 Knox, Tn

d)05 Apr 1934 Knox,Tn sp: George Ulysses Berry-b)04 Aug 1867 Knox, Tn m)26 Sep 1893

d)19 Aug 1939 Knox,Tn Buried Mt. Olive Cemetery · *Note* 1880 Knox Co. Census · *Note* Marriage date Confirmed

4. William Trellis Berry-b) 09 Sep 1900 Knox, Tn d)10 Mar 1975 Knox,Tn

sp: Mary Josephine Brown-b)29 Nov 1900 Sevier, Tn. m)17 Aug 1926

d)19 Dec 1969 Knox,Tn

5. Edward Leon Berry b)18 Nov 1928 Knox, Tn d)12 Nov 1934 Knox,Tn

5. Mildred Geraldine Berry b)01 May 1936 Knox,Tn

sp: John Alden Dawson

4. James Oliver Berry b)20 Oct 1895 d)22 Jan 1959 Knoxville, Knox,Tn

sp: Eula Faye Atchley b)01 Mar 1903 d)13 Dec 1965 Knox,Tn

5. Fern Estelle Berry b)11 Jul 1920 d)05 May 1987 Knoxville, Knox,Tn

4. Anna Cornelia Berry b)05 Nov 1897 Knox, Tn d)12 Dec 1959 Knox,Tn

sp: James Lyle Bible b)19 Mar 1896 Grainger,Tn d)12 Jul 1974 Knox,Tn · *Note* Pictures of Annie & Lyle On Webpage) · *Note* Have information that Lyle remarried after Anna Death

4. Cora Irene Berry b)05 Jan 1903 Knox,Tn

sp: William McKinley Kline b)16 Apr 1901 Jefferson, Tn. m)Abt 1919

d)18 Aug 1966 Knox,Tn

5. James Ulysses Kline b)14 May 1923 Knox,Tn d)14 Jul 1924 Knox,Tn.

4. John Hubert Berry

4. Millard Eugene Berry

3. Fanny Franklin b)05 May 1876 Knox,Tn

sp: Arthur B King m)28 May 1893 · *Note* Pictures and a newspaper clipping abt family on webpage · * Note* addition of childrens names

3. Samuel Houston Franklin b)07 Jul 1878 Knox,Tn d) 28 Apr 1889 3. Mary Louise Franklin (b)19 Aug 1881 Knox,Tn d)12 May 1930

sp: James A Daves · · *Note* childrens pictures on webpage says Davis on picture

4. Lucille Davis 4. Arthur Davis

3. John H Franklin b) Feb 1883 Knox,Tn d)23 Mar 1917 ,Jefferson,Al sp: Ethel I Hawkins b)02 Aug 1892 m)18 Mar 1912 d)22 Feb 1972 Jeff, Al · *Note* I have Marriage Lic From Jefferson Co. Al. · *Note* Ethel Remarried after the death of John H. Franklin to Lovice E. Waddell · *Note* Pictures on the website

4. Ernest Murray Franklin b)19 Aug 1912 d)06 May 1977 Jefferson,Al

sp: Dorothy M Tucker Private

5. Sheila Fay Franklin b)Private

sp: Richard John Parker b) Private

sp: Michael Henderson Parsons b)private 5. 3 other living

4. Earl Wallace Franklin (b.Abt 1915 d) 22 Nov 1944 Bainbridge,,Md)

sp: Norean Stephens

5. Judy Franklin

3. Abbie M Franklin b)09 Aug 1884 Knox,Tn d) 1968

sp: Charles H Robbins

4. Carrie Robbins

3. Kate L Franklin b)24 Oct 1886 Knox,Tn d)05 Nov 1972

sp: Sam Rudder

3. Columbus Dearmond Franklin b)04 Feb 1889 Knox,Tn d)09 Nov 1957

sp: Eva Jett

2. Mary Elizabeth Franklin b)16 Aug 1844-Mount Olive,Knox,Tn d )10 Aug 1848

2. Rebecca Jane Franklin b)01 Aug 1846-Mount Olive, Knox,Tn

sp: Isaac T Sliger m) 27 Mar 1873 · *Note* Marriage Date Confirmed

2. Buenevista Franklin b)27 Jan 1848 -Mount Olive, Knox,Tn

sp: George N Sliger m)07 Jan 1875 · *Note* Marriage Date Confirmed

2. Margaret Isabella Franklin b)17 Jun 1851-Mount Olive,Knox,Tn d)01 Oct 1937

sp: Jerome B Hendricks m)10 Aug 1879 · *Note* Marriage Date Confirmed

2. Lavinia Adeline Franklin b)07 Nov 1853-Mount Olive, Knox, Tn d) 18 Feb 1939

sp: B F Wilkerson m)01 Feb 1873 · *Note* Marriage Date Confirmed

2. Louis C. Franklin b)17 Jan 1859 Mount Olive, Knox, Tn. d)10 Jan 1860

Sarah McClain
Clayton McNew -- Wednesday, 27 September 2000, at 1:43 p.m.

Who on the list is looking for information about Sarah McClain? She was the first wife of my ggrandfather Jesse Hodges. Clayton McNew

Re: Dalton
Charlene Piercey -- Wednesday, 27 September 2000, at 7:39 p.m.

Would like to know who Mary E. Cox parents where and date of birth and death. Charlene

COX, , William, Warren, Duncan Mcfarlin
Charlene Piercey -- Wednesday, 27 September 2000, at 8:07 p.m.

These brothers came to Smith, Sumner and Macon Counties in the early 1800's from NC. Two of the brothers Duncan and Mcfarlin married sisters in Knox Co. The sisters where Coker or Cokers not sure which. The other brother William is my g-g-grandfather. Would like to know if anyone knows who he married or any thing about these brothers. Like pts,other brothers or sisters. Charlene

Re: Angerona Cobb/Clayton D Abernathy
Patricia Howell Hill -- Thursday, 28 September 2000, at 4:27 a.m.

I may have info for you. Angerona Cobb was my great-great-great-great grandfather's sister.

Re: Dalton
Berniece Millsaps -- Thursday, 28 September 2000, at 9:40 p.m.

Sorry do not have any information on Mary E.Cox.

James Hankins born 1792
Melinda -- Thursday, 28 September 2000, at 10:51 p.m.

Looking for info on James Hankins born 1792 in Knox Co.,TN. I have his wife as Margaret Unknown/McPherson or Polly Breaden. A county history states the McPherson and LDS states Polly Breaden. Is Polly a pet-name for Margaret? This marriage would have been in Granger, TN-1822. Could he have married twice? I am descended from James and Margarets son, Wiley Carroll Hankins who was born in Scott Co., IL.

James Runnels
Dolores Ann -- Saturday, 30 September 2000, at 2:57 p.m.

Hi, am searching for gg grandfather that supposedly was born in Knox County TN circa 1818 and later migrated to Texas. I am searching for his family who would have been here in late 1700's and early 1800's. If anyone else is acquainted with this ancestor please advise.