[1999] [1998] [1996 - 1997]
John Blair Dec. 23, 1998
BLAIR families of Lewis Co. I have been involved with 40 distant relatives
putting together all our relatives primarily from VA & KY and I have left
the closest relatives to last and now I need information from you. The 40
of us are involved in the "Jacob Blair Project" and our goal is start the
publishing of a book this spring.....I need all information, stories,
photos, dates, etc from our Lewis Co. lines which include 4 brothers.
George & Mary Kazee (Keesee) Blair who settled in Toledo, William & Ida
Fuller Blair who settled in Salkum area, Benjamin "Frank" & Emma King Blair
who settled on the Ethel Flat. John Blair who never married and lived at
Mayfield (Winston Creek) and Toledo. These 4 brothers' mother Louisa also
lived at Toledo. These families all settled in the 1890's and early 1900's.
Anything will be helpful! Thanks John Blair/Longview/ a grandson of Frank
Blair.
Linda Thompson Dec. 4, 1998.
TAYLOR; TINSLEY: We are trying to find information on my husband's Mother and her family. LaVerne Nellie TAYLOR, daughter of James TAYLOR and Julia
TINSLEY, was b: Jan. 16, 1906, in Winlock, and married D.N. Thompson, date and place unknown. Her siblings were, Mary; Jessie; Ruby; Loren & Charles. The places of birth for her siblings is unknown. We have no information on the date or places of her parents' death, but do know that after her mother's death James remarried. A sister to Julia TINSLEY, a Miss Rachel (Kate) Tinsley, also lived in the county for many years and died in Centralia, July 1956. If any one has information that will help us in our search it would be greatly appreciated.
Helen L. Allara Dec. 1, 1998
I am looking for information on my grandfather, Henry Lambert. He died January, 1909 in or around Chehalis, WA. He was married to Dovie Cordellia Durham Lambert. They had two children--Isaac Marion and Roosevelt Lambert. I do know that he is now buried in the Doss Cemetery at Mossyrock, WA. I have no idea when he was born or the actual date that he died. Can anyone help me?
Kit Niemann Nov. 20, 1998
I am Looking for Mrs. J.J. (Roundtree) Weaver. I am hoping some one can tell me who Mrs. J.J. (Roundtree) Weaver was. What is her given name? And any thing else about her. I have a news paper photo and short article about her, no date, 1919ca. She was born in Knox County, Ill., the daughter of James H. and Emaline Roundtree, She came to Oregon on the Murphy Wagon Train in 1850. The only address I have for her is: 718 Locust street, Centralia, Wash. She is very closely related to Elizabeth "Betsy" (Roundtree) Murphy (1823-1889) my great-grandmother. Thank You.
Mac Nov. 20, 1998
I am looking for anyone with information on one Harry Collins, born 01-02-1899
in Philly, PA. In 1937, he was living in Akron, OH. According to the SSDI,
his residence was at Onalaska, WA when he died in October of 1971. Does
anyone know in what newspaper an obit might appear for the Onalaska area or
where the nearest substantial health care facility would be. Anyone with help
please e-mail.
Caleb G. Teffeteller Nov. 9, 1998
STEWART: Looking for any cousins of mine living in Lewis County who share the same ancestor: Taylor Stewart, born 1875 in GA and died in 1967 at Chehalis. Buried at Claquato Cem. Had kids: Grant, Oda, Elsie, Rose, Arley, Ben, Grant, Rass and Brice. Rose was my grandmother.
Jackie Carter Oct. 31, 1998
Tilford and Amelia (Permelia) PARKER MOORE lived in Antelope, OR in 1880 census. Their son/step-son was tried for murder of their son-in-law in 1882. Then they disappeared from OR records. I have located her father David PARKER's will which specifies that she was living in Chehalis, WA by 1887. She should have had her younger children still with her at the time: Oliver F, Howard, May Lenora, Daisy, and Clair. (older children: Isaac, Josie, David, and John were adults by then). She might have been in the household of a PARKER or a MOORE. Does anyone have record of this family in Chehalis??
Glenys J. Rasmussen Oct. 26, 1998
I am searching for any information on George DREW who, in 1852 took a donation land claim of 636 on the present site of the Boys Ranch, on what used to be Drews Prairie, Lewis County, WA. Could someone with access to the 1860 census for Lewis County please check in the Winlock, Cowlitz or Toledo area for George Drew and *please* tell me he came from New Hampshire! Thank you for any assistance.
Joann Balmer Oct. 12, 1998
My research on the Cyril Ward family has taken an interesting twist. Seems we have picked up another daughter for Cyril Ward by the name of Ann. She was in the Hill Harmon Insane Asylum from August 1871 to September 1872. Does anyone have a thought on where Ann came from? She is not on the census from Stark County Illinois with the rest of the family (Mary Elizabeth, Martha, Ira, Henry Clay). Does anyone have any information on Susan Stewart Ward? She was a widow married to Cyril and she had two children when they married. Could one of these children be Ann? Any help would be appreciated. [This is an update to query #56]
Tami Quinton Oct. 10, 1998
On 7th of February, 1890, in Napavine, the Rev. Moore conducted the funeral services of Hannah Inman, the wife of John Inman. Does anyone know what Church Rev. Moore was affiliated with? Or the Inman family, for that matter. The obituary printed in the "Ch. Bee" (Chehalis?) says "...Rev. Moore, of this city" I am trying to track the Inman's thruough church records. Thank you. [This is an update to query #72]
Brenda Collins Dillon Oct. 9, 1998
COLLINS/SPENCER/GODFREY/WILLIAMS/......Westward Ho the Wagons 1902
These families left the mountains of Nicholas County, WVa. in 1902. They all
raised large families and some remained in the mountains while others went
west for what they concered a new and better life.
Armour GODFREY & his wife Louisa Jane COLLINS , both born in McDowell Co. WV, the parents of 11 children. Armour was in his later years carried the mail over the mountains of Lewis County by horseback to the lumber & railroad camps. He and Louisa are buried in Doss Cemetery.
Washington SPENCER & his wife Marietta WILLIAMS also of Nicholas County, WVa. had several children. Washington was the son of James Spencer who was b. in Greenbrier Co WV and became the father of 21 children including 3 sets of twins. Washington was a friend of Armour Godfrey . Both Washington and Marietta are buried Dryad Cemetery, Lewis Co. Wa.
I would like to connect with the some of the many cousins I must have living out there. Washington & Marietta were my gggrandparents throught their son John Jones Spencer who remained in WVa. with his wife Hatta Bennett Spencer. Anybody connect to this line I would love to hear from you. I also have a website called APPALACHIAN MOUNTAIN FAMILIES. Regards, Brenda Collins Dillon, Lakeville, Massachusetts [This is an update to query #29]
Dianna Parks-Isam Oct. 8, 1998
NATHANIEL IRISH is my maternal gr gr grandfather. He was born in NY and he and his wife Margaret (Margarette) settled in Chehalis before statehood. He was the father of Mary Etta Irish Kain and Laffy Irish also of Centralia/Chehalis. He lived in Minnesota, North Dakota and finally Chehalis. Any family members who would share information would be a blessing. Especially I would like to know where they are buried.
Dianna Parks-Isam Oct. 8, 1998
HELP!! Searching for information on Mary C. Murphy Kain Shaw b. abt 1830 Starke, Herkimer Co. NY. She was the mother of Eugene P. Kain and Francis Kain and Gail Miller all of Centralia/Chehalis. Her first husband was Elias Petrus Kain and they married in Royalton, Niagara County, NY in 1849. After Elias' death in the last months of the Civil War (they were living in Minnesota) she married Hugh Shaw in 1869. They moved to North Dakota and from there to the Chehalis Valley by 1888. I have found the grave of her son Eugene P. Kain and his wife Mary Etta Irish Kain in the pioneer cemetery in Centralia. But I cannot find the elusive Mary C. Kain Shaw's death record. Any information would be helpful.
Cy Dodd Oct. 5, 1998
Pearson, Phelps, Lyon, I'm looking for any information on the Pearson and Phelps families. Thomas Pearson came to Lewis Co. in the 1860's, his 1st wife was Mary Ann and his 2nd was Jessie. The children were Frank J, Thomas Richard, William C, Eugene H, and Mary C Pearson. Thomas Richard Pearson married Margarett C Lyon, my Great aunt in 1872 and Mary married Albert Phelps in 1882. I have many old pictures some of them tintypes, but are unidentified. Any help would be greatly appreciated, Cyrus C Dodd, 1464 N.W. Island Lk. Rd., Silverdale, Wa. 98383.
"smithhorn" Oct. 5, 1998
Researching MOORCROFT (early pioneer family in Randle, Washington, originally from County Longford, Ireland circa 1880). Family members still in Randle and Packwood.
Melissa Cummings Oct. 2, 1998
I am looking for info on a Richard C. PARNEL, born Jan. 30, 1834. He married Sarah C. SHAFFER on Jan 6, 1872, and he died Nov. 28, 1912. They are buried in Cinebar (formerly Bremer). Anything you could find on him and/or his ancestors would be appreciated.
Rick E. Goodwin Oct. 2, 1998
WITHEREL, WITHERAL. Looking for any information about Edson WITHEREL and his family. Edson was born in 1837 in (Canada) died in 1895 (Harrison Michigan).
His wife was Melvina Livingston. Children were: Seth L. WITHEREL, born 1864 (Seth's wife was Lillie HILSON); Effie Orletta WITHEREL was born in 1875, died in 1939 (Her husband was Henry Wynand MODDERS); Edna N. WITHEREL was born in 1878. She died in 1952 (Her husbands were Henry K. FINK); and Lee LITTLE. Edson was postmaster of Edson Corners, Missaukee County, Michigan in the late 1800s. Edson Corners would later be named Dolph, Michigan. Seth WITHEREL was a farmer and moved to Washington State (Lewis Co.?). Effie, and Edna WITHEREL were school teachers. Edna taught school in the Harrison Michigan area around 1900, later moving to Lakeview Michigan. Rick E. Goodwin, 4714 Water Road, Sanford, Michigan 48657.
Gayle Fuson Sept. 24, 1998
Have just found the correct name for the head of my Jones family. If anyone is familiar with what saw mill he worked at in Centralia, or when James "Bernie" Jones and his wife, Mary Taylor Jones died, please let me know so that I can acquire their death certs!. Thanks!!!! See also Query #23. [ed. note: please follow the Jones family link to view the descendants of James B. "Bernie" Jones.]
Diane Parrish Sept. 6, 1998
Winlock Cemetery: Does anyone have information for this cemetery, i.e. a
listing. I am particullary interested in the surnames: Eells, Roberts, Anderson & Champs. Thank you.
Marilyn Wright Powers Sept. 3, 1998
I would like to have information regarding my great grandparents and/or
extended families of GEORGE WASHINGTON WRIGHT and MARY ELIZABETH NICHOLS WHITE
WRIGHT and HOLLIS C. GORE and MARY EVELLINE TOWNER GORE. Both families
lived in LEWIS COUNTY, WASHINGTON from 1880's till their deaths in the 1900's
(1915-1925). My father was born in Ethel, Lewis County, Washington, child of Walter A. Wright and Mary Maude Gore Wright.
John Blair Aug. 16, 1998
Could you please add the name BLAIR to your Lewis Co. Surname list. I was raised in Onalaska and have done an incredible amount of research on my Blairs and would be willing to share it with anyone. Thanks.
Janet Aug. 12, 1998
SPINNING: I am looking for information on Dr. Charles Hadley Spinning. He lived in Lewis County when the Indian Wars of 1856-7 broke out. According to an article in the Tacoma Spokesman-Review, several families, including Charles and his family, made their homes in the fort at Claquato. Charles is also reported to be the first physician on the Puyallup Indian Reservation. Thanks for any help you can give me.
June Marcus Aug. 4, 1998
POWELL, Charles Day. I am looking for this family I know that C. D. Powell born 1866 in NY, was a dentist in Chehalis, Lewis, WA and the Biography is in the database. I am looking for his death and place of death and burial. Charles wife was Nellie J. Wilson and they had three daughters, Dorothy, and twins Emogene and Josephine. Any help is appreciated.
Chris Foley July 20, 1998
Seeking information on Joseph WALLACE & his wife Mary Ada (Pinson) and their
children. They lived in Toledo, WA from abt. 1918-1960. Copy of 1920 US
census for Toledo, Lewis Cty., WA listing this family would be very helpful. Need Mary's date of death and burial location if known. Any info. on this family would be helpful and greatly appreciated.
Michelle Day July 19, 1998
Does anyone have information regarding the Buchanan Creek that ran thru their DLC in Boistfort? It is shown on a 1935 map of Lewis County. Thanks for your help.
Joe Holder July 15, 1998
I am seeking any information regarding George B. Roberts. He was an employee of the Hudson Bay Company starting around 1830. He went back to Suffolk County, England and married Martha Cable in 1843 and returned to Lewis County in 1844. According to the 1850 Oregon Territory Census, he had three children:
George Roberts born 1 Aug 1845
Francis Roberts born around 1848
Emma Roberts born around 1849.
Any information about this Lewis County pioneer would be greatly
appreciated.
Carolee July 11, 1998
Hello, I'm looking for info. on Henry FRANCIS and his wife Crystal Caroline (Reynolds) (Francis) HALL. Crystal and her 2nd husb. Thomas Hall are buried at Strickland(lin) Cemetery in Centralia. She died in 1949 aged 52. Crystal and Henry Ellsworth Francis were m.in Hamilton, Montana in 1915 and moved to Centralia between 1927-29. He was supposed to be a lineman for the telephone co. He left his wife and 6 child. abt.1930 and supposedly went to Portland, OR on his way to Alaska. He was seen a few years later supposedly on his way to Alaska via Idaho-Montana which doesn't make sense. No one ever heard from him again. There was a divorce but no one knows how or when and Crystal m. Thomas Hall around 1940, living in either Tenino or Centralia. Thomas was 1st married to Henry's sister, Edith Emily Francis. She died in 1936-37. They had one son Perry Hall. Crystal had a good friend named Hazel. I can't find Henry's name in WFT S.S.# Index, so he poss.died in the 30's or early 40's. S.S.#'s came out I believe around 1932-35, although I can't find quite a few people's S.S. #'s that I know were working in the 50'sand 60's. Any help at all would be most welcome. Thank you.
Sharon Bostick July 3, 1998
Searching for information on Andrew Beauregard Wells b. June 13, 1861
probably Gilmer County, Georgia . Spouses Anna Miloon, ? Ballard. d. January
1953 in Winlock, Washington.
"ikp" June 30, 1998
I have been trying to find info on my great grandfather John Otto Harms. He
was born 1861 and lived in the Centralia, Chehalis area and died in 1939. He
was married to Sarah (Edith) McCrory. His daughter Lola Harms married my
grandfather George Hendricks and had my father Robert H Hendricks. Any info
on John's family would be appreciated.Thanks in advance.
Brenda Smith June 24, 1998
I am looking for information on a Kenneth Orin Johnson who was born in Chehalis, WA around 1927. Any information would be appreciated on him. Thanks.
Joe Holder June 23, 1998
I am searching for any information regarding the Cuttings of Lewis County.
They arrived in Napavine in 1853. The family consisted of John Henry
Cutting who died in 1854, wife Anna Maria Cutting remarried a Mr Lane. they had three kids. Mary Jane Cutting born 1837 in England, married John Malcolm Mac(Mc)Donald of Lewis County; Katherine Cutting who died 1889; and John W. Cutting who married Lydia J. Hendricks. I am told, the Cutting's where the first White settlers at Napavine and named it for an Indian princess. Any information would be greatly appreciated.
Tami Quinton June 11, 1998
What churches were in the Napavine area 1885-1900? I am researching John
Inman, who came to Lewis Co in late 1880s from Rock Co. WI and died 1890.
They were protestant, but I don't know what denomination. Can anyone help
with the churches established in the area by then? Thank you for your help!
Laura Dussault June 10, 1998
Looking for information on the Luther Patton family. Wife Georgina,
children: Hazel, Inez, Clarence, Jerry, and Ted. Lived in the area
from circa 1919 to their deaths after 1945. In 1920 federal census:
Inez was an actress in vaudville and Luther, the father, was a
constable in Centralia, Washington. Any help with this family would be
most appreciated. Thank you.
Roger McCumber June 7, 1998
I am searching for information on ancestors, siblings, and descendants of
Leander RHODES b Dec 1849. m Roxanne McCUMBER 2 Sep 1871 in Douglas Co.
Oregon. Roxanne was b Jul 1853 to James H. and Mary Ann (SHAW) McCUMBER.
1900 federal census shows Leander and Roxanne living in Boisfort, Lewis Co.,
WA.
David Stielow May 24, 1998
WHITESIDE - Researching the Hugh Porter WHITESIDE family. Hugh P.
WHITESIDE was born in 1853 and married Cora GLOVER. Issue: William, born
1880 and Jessie born 1882. Both are believed to be buried in the Winlock
Cemetery (Winlock, WA). Would to find additional information on their
descendants and if they are indeed buried in the Winlock Cemetery. E-mail
or write to: P. O. Box 10373, Burbank, CA.
Gloria Lund May 8, 1998
Looking for John Carr, Angeline K Miller Carr, Lizzebell Kenicutt Kurtz
Robado, all lived around Centralia, Lewis Co., WA. Decendents of John and
Angeline were Sam Carr(grandpa), Russell Carr, Rosa Carr, Mary Carr, Charles
Carr, Katherine Carr, Alice Carr, Walter Carr, Sarah Carr. Will share
information.
Douglas Daniels April 25, 1998
I am looking for one of my relatives and his name is James Wesley Hendricks - he was in Lewis County (Mossyrock)in the 1800's; also George E. Hendricks- he was also in the 1888's in Lewis County (Mossyrock) - any info. please let me know...
Chris Hampel April 19, 1998
Looking for info on family and descendants of Carl BUEGE b.Feb-1861
Germany d.between 1920-1938, married 29-May-1885 in Petawawa Twp, Renfrew
Co., Ontario, Canada to Adelia HAMPEL b.Dec-1865 Silesia, Prussia,
d.17-Mar-1947 Tacoma WA. The family moved from Canada to Washington state
possibly in 1893, first settling in Winlock (1900 cen.) and later in
Chehalis (1910/1920 cen.). Carl and Adelia had four known children: Anna
b.Feb-1886, Charles b.Dec-1887 d.30-Aug-1960 Tacoma WA (m. Madeline ?),
Emma b.May-1890 (m. Frank KRUEGER/KROGER), Walter b.06-Aug-1900 WA,
d.15-Dec-1974 Seattle WA (m. Ellen ?). According to Walter's obit., he was
the father of Marlene A. MILLS of Beaverton, Oregon.
Carol Hess April 5, 1998
I am searching for information regarding HENRY COPE, my ggreat uncle.
He was living in Winlock, WA in 1930, although he was born in Luzerne
Co, PA about 1847. If you have any knowledge about this individual or
any of his descendants, I would appreciate hearing from you.
Cynthia Isbell Krynock March 2, 1998. (updated 14 Aug 2005)
My name is Cynthia Isbell Krynock and I have been trying to find out
information on my father and grandparents for over a year. Raymond and
Evelyn (McCarthy) Isbell lived in Winlock, WA in 1912, and gave birth to my
dad Elliott Ethelbert Isbell on May 27th, 1912. I have tried the WA Vital
Statistics and they have no record of my dad being born in Winlock or the
state of Washington. I recently found a photocopy of my dad's Cradle Roll
Certificate from the M.E. Church in Winlock . It was dated August 5th,
1912, and the pastor was Scott E. Wieulbeuil(r,i, I can't tell) I am not
even sure of the last name's spelling. Both my dad's Navy discharge papers
and his death certificate both state Winlock as his place of birth. His
brother's name was Lozell, and his sister was named Margaret, but she was
called Peg. Lozell was the oldest, then Peg, then my dad. I don't know where to go from here. I have been hitting dead-ends for so long now. I would like any information on any of the names, or the church that anyone might possibly have, or where I can get this information. Any help at all would be appreciated. Thank-you!
Shirley Taylor March 1, 1998.
I would like any information on IVA BELL SMITH first husband is EZRA
FULLER second husband EMMETT RAY. She was a sister to my grandfather.
I remember as a young girl being told that she was a cook at the Elks
Lodge in Centralia. She was born October 3, 1880 probably in Satsop, Wa.
to Edward L and Anna Smith. Thank you.
Casey J. Haas Feb. 15, 1998.
I am seeking the decedants of Donald LITZEBERG. He may have changed
his last name to DARREL. Donald was born 16 Nov 1898, in Mt. Gilead, Ohio.
His parents were Thomas Litzenberg & Fannie Hale. He married Irene
Lindell on 9 Feb 1923, in Phoenix, Arizona. He was last known to be
living in Chehalis, Wash. in 1944. Thank You.
JoAnn Balmer Feb. 13, 1998.
I am searching for information on the James Tullis family, Amos Frances
Tullis Family and the Cyril Ward family. They settled in the area between
1847 and 1850. I am particularly interested in contacting any living
descendants of these two families. I may be reached through e-mail or
P.O. Box 1057, Ocean Shores, WA 98569
Calvin Sereno Porter Feb. 12, 1998.
My Great-Grandfather Albert Porter is supposedly buried in Centralia, Wa. He died in 1913. He was married to Grace Faucen / Bever who remarried George Hamilton. My info is Very limited but I believe that they also married in Centralia in 1909 and had 1 son, Edward Porter, who married Von Bargen, divorced, and married my Grandmother Helen Christian. I would like all info about Albert. Have already tried Washington Archives, and am trying for marriage record.
Brad Aumick Feb. 12, 1998.
I'm looking for Silas M. AUMICK, b. 8 Aug. 1876, in Tunkhannock, Wyoming
Co., Pennsylvania; married 4 Apr. 1907, in Boulder Colorado, to Emma L.
SORRELLS, b. 1887, South Dakota. The AUMICK family moved to Vader in 1918. Emma (SORRELLS) AUMICK died in 1941, in Vader, Washington, and Silas AUMICK died on 29 May 1956, in Retsil, Washington. Any info on them greatly appreciated.
Jean Jackson Jan. 11, 1998
Searching for information on Robert STOVER, born 1844 in PA. He
appeared in the Lewis Co. Census in 1900 with wife, Mary, born 1855. He
had children, then, Carol b. 1882, Richard b. 1884, Sherman b. 1886,
Pearl b. 1896. He was located in Township, Union Pct. Where is that?
He is probably related to my grandfather of Cowlitz Co. Eugene Stover,
born 1859.
Cathy Jan. 7, 1998
Searching for the following families in Lewis Co: Grant HUTCHINSON, Leon, James, Lucinda, Wayne, and John GHALMERS, and Nellie ANDICOT.
Dallas Jean GODFREY Carley Jan. 5, 1998
PETERSON,William Walter, (b. 02-28-1878) married MCATEE, Marie Elizabeth.
Children: Norma M., Juanita E., Treva I., Helen I., Kathryn E., Walter D. ,
and Donald O.
Norma M. married Percy L. GODFREY, 1 child: Dallas J.
Juanita E. married Herbert L. RANDALL, 1 child: Dean Allen
Treva I. married Earl ARMSTRONG, 1 child: Clarice Earlene
Helen I. married Clinton E. MCCARTHY, 4 children: Joanne, Shirley Joy, John
and Kathleen.
Walter D. married Eileen FURRER, 5 children: Toni M, Dawn L., Terese, Dee Ann,
Jo Lee
Donald O. married Imogene BELL, 1 child: Victoria.
Kim Harper Jan. 2, 1998
Looking for Estelle and Estaire Extine. Estelle married Clarence F.Johnson. She died 1940. Clarence born 10/30/1906. ANY info on above people appreciated. Lived in Napavine, Winlock, Tacoma (Pierce Co., WA) and Portland (Multnomah Co., OR).