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Beverly H. Hill Dec. 16, 2002
Guy Dann, his wife Orra Dann and his mother Angeline Jane Sheller Dann all resided in Centralia at different times between 1900 and 1930. Guy and Orra are buried in Centralia, although both died in Port Angeles, Washington. Guy Dann is reported to have been a bank teller while in Centralia. I would appreciate any information on any of the above while they were in Centralia. Thank you.
Joseph Hull Dec. 10, 2002
Oscar F. HULL (b. 17 Jan 1850 Onondaga Co. NY; m. 8 Nov 1868 New Hampton, Chickasaw, IA; d. 11 Sep 1899, Pe Ell, Lewis WA) and Lydia Sweetland "Liddie" CASSIDY (b. 27 Mar 1856 IA; d. 1 Sep 1910, Tacoma, Pierce, WA) had 6 children; William Adrian HULL (b. 30 Nov 1869, Janesville, Blackhawk, IA, m. Alma Ida CASSADAY 15 Jun 1905 Tacoma, d. 5 Mar 1925, South Bend, Pacific, WA), Alvin Lawrence HULL (b. 12 Dec 1871, Vermillion, Clay, SD; m. Ruth Elizabeth HARLAN Hull Pearsall 27 Sep 1898 Centralia, Lewis; d. 20 Apr 1901 McCormick, Lewis), Grace M. "Gracie" HULL Carson (b. 14 Jun 1880 Whitman? Co, WA; m. John Calhoun "Cal" CARSON 10 Mar 1897 Pe Ell; d. 19 Mar 1909 Scio, Linn, OR), Glenn Octave HULL (b. 27 Oct 1881 Whitman? Co, WA; m. Velma Leona WELLER ?; d. 1 Feb 1959 Chehalis, Lewis), George Hazzard? Hull (b. Mar 1882 Pine City, Whitman, WA; m. Blanche Ella JEFFRIES 15 Aug 1908 Walville, Lewis; d. May 1928?) and finally Oscar V. HULL (b. Mar 1896 Pe Ell; m. Jennie B. RICHARDSON 25 Apr 1917 Lewis Co; d. ????). Write
Joseph Hull, 11718 Corliss Ave N, Seattle WA 98133.
Don Conner Nov. 14, 2002
Searching for descendants of, or information on, Stephen F. Hylton and Elza Noah Hylton. Both were born in Floyd County, VA., and moved westward around 1900. My grandfather was their brother and the only one who stayed in VA. Stephen F. born 12-24-1869, died 3-9-1956, buried in Forest Gardens, but I do not know what city cemetery is in. Elza Noah born 2-25-1868, died 6-10-43, buried in Mountain View Cemetery...again do not know locations of cemetery. Both brothers have been confirmed as living in Centralia, WA, in 1917.
Juanita Smith Nov. 10, 2002
ARUBA FANNY OLDS MANN SERGANT. Known as "Fannie". Daughter of WILLIAM and MARIETTA DAMARIS (JACKSON) OLDS. Widow of LEMUEL MANN and ISAAC SERGANT. Both died in Wisconsin. "Fannie" was born 15 Jan 1836 in Oxford, Chenango county, New York and moved to Wisconsin. She died 27 Jan 1906 in Centralia, Lewis county, Washington. Am seeking information on "Fannie", her ancestors and descendents. Any information appreciated.
Scott McQuigg Nov. 3, 2002
I am descendant of the McQuigg/Balfour lines of the Ethel and Cowlitz precinct census listings of 1910. Miner McQuigg was my great grandfather, and his eldest son, Henry was my grandfather. On the Balfour side, Hannah Weatherby-Balfour was my great-great grandmother. She was married to Patrick Fergueson Balfour, and lived on the upper Cowlitz River, in what is now the Salkum, Wa. mailing district. I am attempting reasearch on the following names from the Cowlitz/Ethel areas: McQuigg, Balfour, Spencer, and Hefley families. As listed in the 1910 census, the McQuigg's and the Balfours are inter-related, as are the Spencer's and Hefley families, all from that area between the early 1880's to present, where there are still McQuigg's living today (my grandmother who is now 91 and my father, in his mid-50's). If you have, or know anyone that has information about any of these families, I would appreciate this note being forwarded to them. I am of the Miner H. McQuigg / Adelaide Victoria Balfour-McQuigg family, who had Henry McQuigg. He married Clarice Louise Spencer (still living...Henry deceased in 1979) who's parents were Tracy (Trace) Spencer and Anna Hefley-Spencer. The deceased listed are all in Salkum/Mt. Hope cemetary, St. Francis Catholic Mission Cemetery, as well as the Winlock Cemetery. Am just getting started into all of this, but have a lot of info in some areas, and very little in others. Thank you in advance for your time and for any help you can offer.
Judi Bruce Oct. 20, 2002
I'm looking for information on my ggrandfather Joseph Eaton and his son Joseph E. Eaton. Joseph Eaton came from Illinois and Joseph E. was born in Washington. I'm especially looking for the cemetery they were buried in. If anyone has any information, I would appreciate it. Thanks.
Jeri Erion Oct. 9, 2002
Seeking information on The Centralia Bottling Company, Centralia Washington, when did it exist and when did it close? Also, what did they bottle ? Any information would be helpful.
Ann King Kent Sept. 25, 2002
I'm searching for my greataunt, Daisy A. Pierson Sanders, born October 20, 1884 in North Carolina. Daisy and husband, Lensy Sanders spent time in Washington State between 1910-1912 working the logging camps. They moved back to NC after that. A great misfortune happened and Lensy sent Daisy away and she was only seen one more time by her children. We think she may have returned to Washington State near Longview or Chehalis and possibly married to a man by the name of "Black". Daisy's daughter is now in her mid 90s and would like to have some closure in what happened to her mother. Any help would be greatly appreciated.
Claire Marie Grant Sept. 24, 2002
I am searching in the Chehalis WA area for the burial place of a distant cousin, as well as any other information on this family. Lovina SANSBURN & her husband, Robert ROSS;
1 Lovina Sansburn b: September 19, 1871 St. Mary's Ontario Ca.
.. +Robert ROSS m: April 13, 1892 in St. Mary's, Perth Co., On. Ca.
Thank-you in advance for any/all help. Claire Marie Grant, Sioux Falls South Dakota.
Karyn Davies Sept. 22, 2002
I am looking for any info on my gr.gr.gr.grandmother - Emma Blankenship, maiden name Harris, who married Marion Blankenship around 1880 in either MO or TX, came to Lewis county around 1890. Marion disapeared while going on horseback to Walla Walla and was never heard from again, although the horse supposedly returned home. Emma then married Joseph Somerville 2/19/1898. Joseph died 1902, Emma then married someone named "Sykes" - spelling possibly incorrect. Emma was a camp cook in Napavine and Rainier. She had a daughter named Cora (married Roy Persall), and sons named Arthur and Frank. Emma is buried in Centralia WA (not sure where though).
Janet Cosgrove Sept. 20, 2002
Searching for descendants of: Neils/Rasmine Peterson & their children, Lilly Peterson, Alfred Peterson, Christian Peterson wife Ethel Leonard, Matilda (Peterson) & husband Carl Nelson, Jacob Peterson & wife Rachel. Also descendants of Petra (Peterson) & husband Hans Jensen and any of their children: Clara (Jensen) & Oscar Backman, James Jensen & wife Elsie Summerfield, Lilly (Jensen) & Theodor Meixiner, Agnes Jensen, Ella (Jensen) & LaViere Fuchs, Evelyn (Jensen) & Henry Schmidt, Anna (Jensen) & Christian Nielsen, Pearl (Jensen) & Fred Veness & Tom Elliott.
Muffy Thurs., Sept. 19, 2002
Can anyone do a lookup for Marshall Estill Carey (wife Nora) in the 1920 or 1930 census for Lewis Co., Washington? Thank you!
Renee Sanders Mon., Sept. 2, 2002
I am trying to find the adoption info for my grandmother Lula May Saxsmith born in Manitoba, CN. She was adopted by Harry and Mary Parker of Lewis Co, WA. Lula May was born in 1900 and died in 1922 in Lewis Co, WA. She was adopted about 1910 or 1911 in Lewis Co, WA. oAny help would be appreciated I have hit a brick wall. Thank you.
Tom Hayes Sun., Sept. 1, 2002
I am trying to track down any information on the following Clement names that were in Ethel, Lewis County, WA in 1920:
James B - head 1854-1935James B was born in NY, was married in MN, then moved west. James L and Arthur were the only two children of James B and Martha to live to adulthood. James B was last living in Ethel. Carrie was last living in Waunch Prairie. Arthur was last living in Newaukum. I don't have any other information on this family. If anyone is researching or has information, I'd appreciate it.
Martha - wife 1868-?
James L - son 1887-?
Carrie J - wife 1887-1973
Arthur A - son 1891-1970
Enda M - wife 1888-?
Sherry Parmentier (Workman) Tues., Aug. 27, 2002
Sherry is researching the family of Flavel and Vina (Lane) WORKMAN - please see her Query for more information.
Patrick Irish Fri., Aug. 2, 2002
There is an old family story that says one of my grandfathers may have founded Centralia. Does anyone have any information?
Sandy Arrowsmith Fri., Aug. 2, 2002
I'm looking for ANY info on my grandfather's family. His name was George W. (Weldon) Clemons. His father James M. Clemons. My mother remembers visiting uncle John and aunt Addy Clemons, aunts Lissie and Edie (not sure if their last names are Clemons) in Centralia during the early 1940's. James and Hazel Clemons lived in either Lewis or Thurston county in the mid 1920's.
Mel King Tues., July 30, 2002
I'm looking for the Thomas SANDERS that wrote the April 10, 2001 query for William and Hester BENEDICT. Thomas's email address on the query doesn't work. I have some BENEDICT information for Thomas and would like to exchange info.
Davy Taylor Fri., July 19, 2002
My name is Davy A. Taylor. My father, James Arthur Taylor, Jr., is shown on
my birth certificate as being 31 years old as of my birth in 1957, and was
born in Winlock, Washington. He was in the Army-Air Corps for a while, then
worked for Boeing a while - thats all I know of him, can anyone help me find
news of him or other family ? Any records ? Thanks !
Conny Green Fri., July 19, 2002
Seeking descendants of the Spencer children who were "adopted" by the foster parents Mr. & Mrs. Smith Honeywell of Centralia, WA, abt March 1900. Their natural parents were Arletta Rice, d. March 1900 bur. Verndale, Wadena co., MN and R. A. Spencer who was living in Staples, Todd co., MN at time of "adoption." There was a son Stephen Leonard Spencer who took the name Hulett Harold Honeywell, b. 1 Jan 1900. He had several sisters: Blance, d. 1896; Hattie Bell, b. 1893, m. Max Alisch; Ollie Dell b 1895, m. W. G. Becker; Julia b. Aug 19, 1898.
Julie Hendricks Mon., July 8, 2002
My cousin, Gerald Jasmer, died in Centralia in 1996. I am looking for his sister, Marilla, but do not know her married name. She would have been born in the 1920's. I believe she once lived at Chehalis. Their parents were Rhinehold Jasmer and Pearl Norton who were originally from Minnesota. Pearl (born in 1900) was my mother's first cousin.
Karen Johnson Fri., July 5, 2002
CAVENESS family: I'm looking for info on the Caveness family which resided in Centralia in the early 1900's. Clyde Clarence Caveness was b. 1887, d. 1967 in Centralia, and came to Centralia in 1908 to go into business with his uncle, Alfred W. Caveness. They had "The New York Store" in downtown Centralia. Apparently there was another relative, John Caveness, who built the Caveness "mansion" still standing on Caveness Drive, near the Mountain View Cemetery. I'm doing research on the stagecoach days of southwest Washington, and the Caveness house was reportedly a stage stop around 1899. The City of Centralia has been given the harness-drying tower that was used to dry harnesses of the horses that pulled the stages. We will move the tower to Borst Park and restore it. I'd really appreciate any info verifying that John Caveness built the house, and that it was used as a stage stop.
Robert Brunk Mon., July 1, 2002
(Follow-up to Query#249): Would like all information on the following: Henry Brunk, John H. Brunk, Albert Guy Brunk, Doris Douge Kjelland, Nellie Brunk Douge.
Dean Bogar Sat., June 29, 2002
Looking for any information on John Wickliffe Bogar family. Came to Lewis county about 1900 from Pike county, Ky. Also Monterville Mills family that came out from Ky. about 1910.
Darlene Mon., June 17, 2002
I'am looking for Otis and Beula Hill, They are buried in Winlock, Lewis Co. Washington. Beula "Duncan" Hill is my grandmother's twin sister, her date of birth is 6-28-1904 Mckinney Collin Co. TX. I believe that she passed away after 1986-87 in Winlock. Also they have another sister that is buried in Winlock - Byrlee "Duncan" Allenbaugh. If anyone has access to the cemetery records please let me know where to find them. Thanks.
Cheryl Wilder Wed., June 5, 2002
I am looking for a birthplace for Mckendra (Mckenzie, Mack) Powell. He was born somewhere in Ohio abt 1859 and died in Lewis county Washington, abt 1934. He was a wagon master. He married Clara May Wilcox about 1890. She was born in Lake Mills Iowa about 1870 and died 1956 in Lewis county Washington. They had children: Isaac, Chauncey, John, Elmer, Samuel and Sarepta (Wilson). If you have any info on any Powell line that was born in Ohio, please contact me. Thanks, Cheryl Wilder in Westfir, Oregon.
Cheryl Brady Thurs., May 30, 2002
Looking for info on John Arrowsmith and family. They lived in Hanaford, Lewis Co, WA in early 1900's. John is listed on the 1910 census as a 56 year old farmer, wife's name appears to be Lyla. Children are: Lylie (Lyla), Cecil and Bessie. In the 1920 census, Millie is given as name of head of household and is a widow. John was from England and Lyla/Millie was born in Pennsylvania. Children all born in Washington. Bessie was my grandmother. Any info gladly welcome.
Suzie Grieve Wed., May 29, 2002
Looking for information on James L Holbrook, spouse Charlotte Gooddel Holbrook. Their children were Annie, Lelia, Lorie, Phoebe, Mary, Joel, Elsie, Edie, and possibly Don. They were listed in the 1910 Census for Skookumchuck precinct.
Kory Franken Fri., May 24, 2002
I am searching for information about my Great-Grandparents, Ira C. and Elizabeth Davis Hakes. They moved to Lewis County prior to 1915 from Wyoming. Ira died in Lewis county in 1938, and Lizzie died in Lewis County in 1942. He is buried in the Silver Creek Cemetery and she is buried in the Claquato Cemetery. Any information about them, but particularly parentage for Ira, is of interest to me.
Craig Jones Tues., May 14, 2002
I am seeking information about Hank and Minnie (GISCH) Andrews. Minnie was born in 1884 in New Holstein, Wisconsin and died January 9, 1959 in Centralia, Washington, she was in Wisconsin, single in 1910. Know nothing about Hank Andrews, may have been a telephone lineman. Any help would be most appreciated. Does anyone know if Centrailia newspapers are on microfilm in library in Centrailia?
Ed McNulty Sun., May 12, 2002
I am looking for information on the Jackson Prairie school that was located near Mary's Corner. My Grand Father was on the School Board for over fifty years and they closed soon after his death in 1963. His name was Henery G. Lucas and he was chairman of the school board for most of the fifty years he served on the board. I have a news paper article from about 1960 that lists him as holding the record in the State of Washington for serving the longest on a school board. If you have any information on the school or anything to do with my Grand Father, please let me know. Thank you.
Dona English Fri., April 12, 2002
I recently found my grandfather's brother in the 1920 census for Lewis County in Skookumchuck. (I found some information indicating this town no longer exists.) His name is Seth Upton born 1870 in Ohio. In the census with him are his wife Florence age 42(44) born in Illinois, and children Mary age 18 Ella age 12 Fred age 10, all born in Oregan and George age 8 born in Washington. Would be very happy to share the information I have on the Upton family. Any help greatly appreciated. Thanks.
Sandy Goss Tues., April 9, 2002
I am looking for information on my Great Uncle and Great Aunt. Harvey L. Carter and family. I know that he lived in Lewis County for a great time. He died Sept. 1 1938 and is buried in the Toledo City Cemetery. Also his sister Phebe A Carter Partch. She married William A. Partch and lived in Lewis County. She died Aug 8, 1930 and is also buried in the Toledo City Cemetery. I believe William died April 5, 1948. If someone could help me I would be most grateful for any help on these two families. Also would like obits for these people. Thanks in advance.
David A. Elliott Sat., March 30, 2002
I am searching for family of Neils & Mary Paulsen who were living at 1303 Main Street, Chehalis, Washington in 1928. Neils was the brother of my Great Grandfather Frederick Paulsen (1888-1954). Frederick Paulsen was born in Esbjerg, Denmark. He came to Australia around 1915 and settled in Newcastle, NSW. I know little about Neils but in 1928 his wife (Mary) sent a photo of herself to my Grandmother Hannah Dawson (nee Paulsen) (1919-1999). I have placed this photo on the internet along with the greeting and addresses on the envelope. The links are below.
Betsy Scott Thurs., March 21, 2002
Seeking information regarding family of Oliver H. JOY, b 1831, d 1901 in Chehalis, WA. Married Mary Jane Counts b 1838, d 1926, Chehalis. Children: Charles, Malinda, Harriett, Susan, Olive, William, George, Mary, Oliver, and Benjamin. I have Herald Stout's book on the Tong/Tongue family; I'm hoping to find out about Oliver Joy's background and ancestry, and also possibly more about his life in Lewis County. The family lived in California and came to Washington around 1877. Thanks!
Robert Brunk Sun., March 17, 2002 Carol Fri., March 15, 2002 Alice Nance Sat., March 9, 2002 John Krayenborg Tues., Feb. 26, 2002 George Hanson Sat., Feb. 9, 2002 Madaline Campbell Thurs., Feb. 7, 2002 Marianne Aarons Fri., Jan. 25, 2002 Mary M. Lam Fri., Jan. 4, 2002 Harry Mills Tues., Jan. 1, 2002
In 1903 my great-great-grandfather, Henry Brunk, moved himself and some of his family to Lewis County. One of that group would be John H. Brunk, his son and my great-grand-father. John H. Brunk was a brother to Fred Brunk, longtime resident who died in Lewis Co. Douge was married name of Henry's daughter Nellie, who was married to John Douge. Wright was the name of a woman who had been married to John Brunk's son, Guy, who was my grandfather. Nicholas Brunk was somewhere in WA, and is buried in Sumner. He is Henry's brother. Will welcome information or contact with relatives!
I am looking for maiden name of Jane Bishop, wife of Henry Bishop married in Ohio and came to Chehalis between 1880 and 1888. Jane is buried in the Fern Hill Cemetery with death date of 1888. Any info will be appreciated. Thank you.
I need information on anyone having a connection with NOVEL MILLER who was born in Indiana, moved to Oklahoma with his parents when he was small. Both parents died while he was still young. He ended up in Lewis Co. WA, two known daughters, BEVERLY & SHIRLEY.
My grandparents are buired in Sticklin Greenwood Cemetery & I am interested in information for family genealogy as I don't have much to go on. John Wesley Spencer was born in 1863 & died in 1950. His wife Addie was born in 1872 & died in 1957. If anyone has any information to share with me, it would be greatly appreciated. Thank you.
Related mainly to Edlunds and Hughs around Kosmos and Morton.
Grandmother: Rosie Maiden:Edlund, Hugh
Grandfather: Herman Hugh
Great grandfather: Fred Edlund
Uncle: George Hugh
Mother: Josephine (Lila) Maiden:Hugh, Hanson
I have been doing the family history on the Campbells and researching Dr. Robert Hugh Campbell of Vader, Lewis Co., WA. He born 6 Dec 1869 at Marble Mountain, Inverness County, Cape Breton, Nova Scotia (Ed. note: his biography is posted on the Lewis Co. GenWeb site). I am looking any more information about him, his wife Jessie and their two children Donald J. Campbell who was to have died in 1925 and his brother Robert E. Campbell who was at least married two times, the first wife unknown and the second wife Jeannie. Robert E. Campbell and Jeannie had at least one daughter Mary. I know they named a road after Dr. Robert Campbell. Additional information would be greatly appreciated.
Seeking descendents of Lawrence Barr, who lived in Centralia, 1891 - 1911, conducted a mercantile business, with his son, William Lawrence Barr as partner. Lawrence Barr was also one of the organizers of Farmers & Merchants Bank. In 1909 he wrote an account of his family's coming from Germany to the US. My GGGrandfather was Lawrence's brother Nicholas -- and I would like to be in contact with any family members in Washington state.
I am researching James and Sarah MAWHIRTER. They are found in the 1910 Newaukum Census, pgs. 141-08A and 141-08B. James and Sarah are my great grandparents, and they are also found in the 1885 Census, Cooper Township, Stafford County, Kansas and 1895 Census, St. John's Township, Stafford County, Kansas. James Mawhirter and daughter, Jennie Mawhirter, are buried in Fern Hill Cemetery in Chehalis, Washington. I am searching for information on the marriage of Sarah Jane Mawhirter, widow, to Stacey Challender, late in 1911 or later. Sarah Mawhirter's daughter, Nannie Mawhirter, married Ray Challender. It appears that after Sarah's husband, James Mawhirter died, she married her daughter's father-in-law, Stac(e)y Challender. James Mawhirter is buried in Fern Hill Cemetery, Chehalis, next to his daughter, Jennie Mawhirter. Sarah and James Mawhirter are my great grandparents. I do not have Sarah's maiden name.
Trying to find out about my ancestors. The Mills' came from Webster Springs, W. Va. in 1902. Coleman's and Riffe's came from I think W. Va. also in the 1890's. The town of Riffe was named for my great-grandfather Floyd L. Riffe. Would really appreciate any help you give me. Not having much luck in my research. Thank you very much.