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PILCHER, SIMPSON posted by Mitch Bramlitt on Wednesday, May 6, 1998

Looking for info. on family listed on 1880 Pontotoc census. George Simpson b.1847 in TN. married Sarah Jane Pilcher b.1858 in MS. listed in 1880 census with (2) children, Rosa Lee & Ida Jane.

MCCULLOUGH posted by Krista Spivey on Thursday, May 7, 1998

I am looking for information on a J.J.(Andy)McCullough who is buried in Ponotoc Co. (Black Zion Church??) His son is Andrew Jackson McCullough who is buried in Monroe Co. Mississippi.

PARKER, SNIDER posted by Chris Thompson Hamilton on Saturday, May 9, 1998

Can anyone do a 1860 census lookup for me for a PARKER, Ben with wife and son Samuel Wesley PARKER born 1857? Any info appreciated. Thank you so much. okchris@email.msn.com

MEASLES, MIZELL posted by Patrick Pearsey on Monday, May 18, 1998

Am seeking information on the family of John Lewis Mizell/Measles, b.ca.1810 N.C., who resided in Pontotoc Co. Miss. 1837-50+. He served as an interpreter for the Chickasaw Indians. Where did he go after 1850?

MCDANIEL, NELSON, WARD posted by Tom Cotton on Thursday, May 21, 1998

I have a puzzle in Pontotoc Co. MS 1835 - 1840. My gggfather Green B. WARD is listed in the 1840 -1845 Census records in this county. He is married to Elizabeth McDANIEL and in 1837 has his first son Hugh Nelson WARD. I can not find a marriage, land ownership, tax record or anything beyond the census record. I know after the 1845 census he leaves for KY, either Graves or Calloway Co. According to a census index I have the only McDaniel living in Pontotoc Co. is Samuel McDaniel Pg. 158 Pontotoc MS 1840 - 1845 NELSON, Calip page 11 Pontotoc MS 1840 - 1845 NELSON, George W. 11 Pontotoc MS 1840 - 1845 NELSON, Joshua 11 Pontotoc MS 1840 - 1845 The Nelson is a guess at a possible connection due to the naming of the first child Hugh Nelson WARD. I would appreciate any constructive suggestions on what I might search for to identify these individuals. BTW the only thing I have that indicates Elizabeth WARD, Green Berry WARD's wife is a McDANIEL is from information found in Polk Co. AR many years later. She could just as easily be a NELSON. Thanks in advance for any help. Tom

JEFFRIES, SMITH posted by T. W. Sosebee on Thursday, May 21, 1998

Researching the family of Capt. William Preston SMITH, b. ca. 1822, who married Permelia JEFFRIES. They were living in New Albany, Pontotoc County, Ms, before 1860. Capt. Smith was a member of the New Albany Grays during the Civil War and later became circuit court clerk of Union County.

WATTS, WHITE posted by Bettie Watts on Monday, May 25, 1998

We are Looking for information on Cathern Elizabeth WHITE who mmarried Thomas Jefferson WATTS on MARCH 30,1880(OR 1881) Kate,as she was called came to MS about 1860-1861.She was born in NC,JULY 27,1855. She first lived in the home of a William(Billy?)NEWELL where she tended his wife who was ill. We need names of her parents,their birthdates and death dates.Cathern Elizabeth WHITE died June ,1930 and is buried in OAK FOREST CEMETERY,Pontotoc COUNTY,MS. Any information pertaining to Kate and her parents will be greatly appreciated.We will be happy to share the information we have pertaining to the above mnames. Thank you, Bettie Watts

DILLARD, GREEN posted by Virginia Wood on Thursday, May 28, 1998

William Marion Green and wife, Lucelia (Celia) Dillard Green, with their family, came to Pontotoc County in 1858 from Spartanburg County, SC. I have been told that Celia was a sister to Josephus and Curlin Dillard and a daughter of James Dillard and Sarah Briant (Bryant). No proof. I would appreciate any information out there regarding this family as I have no verified information on siblings or parentage for either William Marion or Celia Green, who lived out their lives, died in Pontotoc County and are buried Oak Hill Cemetery there.

MCDONALD posted by D. G. Doubt on Saturday, May 30, 1998

Lena McDonald born in Pontotoc March 9, 1879; brother L. R. McDonald; sisters Clara McDonald Burk and Ruby McDonald Reese; married John Perham Neely

ANDERSON, CLAYTON, DOSIER, TURNER posted by John Anderson on Tuesday, June 2, 1998

Iam looking for relatives of the following family. Charles Wesley Anderson who was a farmer in Pontotoc. He was born in 1831 and married Mary Rebecca Dozier in Jan. of 1861. Their son William Dozier Anderson is my Great Grandfather. William lived in Topelo and was an attorney , legislator, and Judge. William married Lena Bell Clayton and had Five children. John R. who was an attorney in Topelo, Charles who also was an attorney in Topelo,Mary Agnes who was a college teacher in Jackson,Delsie who move to Oklahoma, and my Grandfather Clayton Anderson who married Lovie Turner also from Topelo. This branch of the Anderson's came through Augusta county Virginia to Berren county Kentucky to Pontotoc county Miss. I have complete history of my direct line but are looking for information on Anderson's ,Dozier and Turners a n

KIDD posted by Cynthia Witting on Friday, June 5, 1998

KIDD, Thomas D. came to Pontotoc County about 1841 from McNairy County, TN. He married Susan ADCOCK before 1841. I would like to know the route one would take from McNairy Co TN to Pontotoc Co MS. Thanks for any help.

BECKLEY, FLOYD posted by Charlotte Jones on Saturday, June 6, 1998

RICHARD, GEORGE WILLIAM BORN 1893, DAISY, CHARLIE, MALLIE, WILEY AND LEOLA (ALL FLOYD'S) 1865-1875 FOR RICHARD AND ELIZA BECKLEY FLOYD BORN 1870.

DAVIDSON posted by Laroice Davidson on Sunday, June 7, 1998

Seeking info on DAVIDSON's 1830-1870, Jane Davidson in 1860 census or any Davidson these years

MAHONEY, MARONAY, MARONEY, MARONY posted by Kay W. Sakaris on Sunday, June 7, 1998

I am seeking information about John B. MARONAY who enlsited in Co.G, 2nd Regt. MS Infantry in Pontotoc CO., MS. in March 1862. He was enlsited by Capt. G.B. MEANS. John B. MARONAY was wounded at Antietam and by 10 Nov 1862 he was discharged by Surgeon C.D. RICE for "reasons of underage." He was transported to Tupelo, MS and doesn't show up until 5 Nov 1878 when he married Laura Sue STANLEY in Prairie Co. AR. He died there 9 May 1907. What ties did he have to Pontotoc Co? Who were his parents? Census says his father was born in Ireland, his mother in England. Records say he was born in Pontotoc CO., MS/AR/ or TN/ Which was right? Thanks in advance for any help.

HAMILTON, HOLMES posted by Deanne Barker on Sunday, June 7, 1998

I am seeking info about my great grandmother Laura Abigail Hamilton who was born September 29, 1848 in Pontotoc Co. She married William Cox Holmes on December 31, 1874 in Kentuckytown, TX.

BECKLEY, FLOYD posted by Saundra Neloms on Wednesday, June 10, 1998

Seeking info on Beckleys (Dewitt,Issac,Robert, Lee Earl, Ruth(Wiley Floyd).

DOWDY, NORWOOD posted by Patsy Lofton on Saturday, June 13, 1998

I am researching Laban W. Norwood who lived in Pontotoc Co. as early as 1845 and was born in Mecklinberg Co., North Carolina. His mother Dicea NORWOOD lived with them. I do not know her husband's name, but she was born in Virginia CA 1782. Also Laban's daughter Martha Angeline Mary Ann Isabella (Belle) NORWOOD married a DOWDY in Mississippi. He was a Civil War casualty.

BOTTOMS, HILL posted by Alta Schmer on Monday, June 15, 1998

Searching for info on parents and marriage date/place of Benjamin HILL b. ca 1810 TN, married Piety BOTTOMS b. ca 1810 TN dau of Wm Bottoms and Ann Whitt. Children: 1. Usley b. 1835 MS m. #1 Wm Palmer #2 Marcus Ivey #3 Jeff Maynard, 2. Nancy Jane b. 1837 AL m. James Reagan in TX, 3. Elizabeth b. 1838 AL m. David Barrett in TX, 4. Louis b. 1840 AL m. Mrs. Sarah J. Vickers in TX, 5. Sarah E. b. 1841 AL m. J. M. George in TX, 6. Mary b. 1843 AL m. W. B. Humphreys in TX, 7. Robert b. 1844 AL, 8. John b. 1845 AL, 9. Edna b. 1848 AL, 10. William Benjamin b. Aug 1849 AL m.Elizabeth C. Morris 1874 in TX We, also, need info on children's family. Any information will be greatly appreciated. Alta email address aschmer@lakemac.net or Debbie email is dhill@childresstx.com

GRUBBS, MCKNEELY, REYNOLDS, WARREN posted by Amy Grubbs Casey on Wednesday, June 17, 1998

I'm just starting a search for my family from Pontotoc, MS. I'm looking for: John Westley Warren (1877-1946), married to Katherine McKneely (1882- 1950) John Richard Warren (1904-1964), married to Lily Regina Noel (1906-1972) William Walter David Grubbs (1884-1966), married to Lillian Reynolds (1884-1964) John David Grubbs (1905-1968) married to Estelle Wilson (1909- )

SINCLAIR posted by K Matheson on Wednesday, June 17, 1998

Looking for information about Anderson SINCLAIR born in NC in 1800. Living in Twp 10 of Pontotoc County in 1870 with wife Sarah (born 1810 in TN), and son Elbert (born 1855 in MS). Did Anderson SINCLAIR die in Pontotoc County? Is he buried there? Does anyone know of any other family members?

CLIFTON, FREEMAN, SANFORD, SNEED posted by Dennis Gurley on Friday, June 19, 1998

Searching for information on John Wesley CLIFTON b. 1813 in South Carolina d. June 9, 1851 in Fayette County, Alabama married Nancy Freeman abt. 1845 in Fayette. Children: James A. CLIFTON b. January 14, 1846 d. October 28, 1848 in Alabama, Sarah Ann CLIFTON b. September 2, 1848 in Alabama d. February 1, 1914 in Pontotoc County, Mississippi married (1) Ben DAVIS (2) Asa Elmarcus SNEED January 27, 1874 in Lafayette County, Mississippi. Children: Ulela Gertrude SNEED, James Murphy SNEED, Velala Myrtise SNEED, Idella Modelia SNEED, Cumela Edith SNEED, Erwin L. Due SNEED, all born in Pontotoc County, Mississippi, William Jasper CLIFTON b. February 22, 1851 in Alabama d. September 18, 1898 in Pickens County, Alabama married Mary Malissie TODD abt. 1869 in Alabama. Children, all born in Pontotoc County, Mississippi: William Ganaway CLIFTON b. March 17, 1875 d. May 11, 1956 in Birmingham, Alabama, Norah Frank CLIFTON b. May 9, 1882 d. February 6, 1949 in Fayette County, Alabama, John Thomas CLIFTON b. August 18, 1873 d. March 10, 1939 in Alabama, Dora Emma CLIFTON b. April 1, 1871 d. March 31, 1946 and Lola CLIFTON b. May 30, 1879 d. December 25, 1945. Several of these herein mentioned lived in and about Mississippi and Alabama. Any assistance received will be tremendously appreciated and I will be more than happy to share what I have with anyone connected with these respective families.

GREGORY posted by Gerry Weir on Sunday, June 21, 1998

David W. GREGORY d Feb 1850, in Pontotoc Co. He is believed to have been buried in Sand Spring Cemetery. Is there a record of this cemetery? If he did/did not own land (unknown) at his death, is there apt to be a legal record on file? Sorry but I am not familiar with the legal procedure for MS. David is believed to have remarried a 2nd time, but wife is unknown. Any and all help is sincerely appreciated. Will be glad to exchange info. Again, thanks.

GOWER posted by Mary L. Solomon on Sunday, June 21, 1998

I am interested in any information concerning a Ziba L. Gower who purchased land in 1842 in Pontotoc County.

EASTERWOOD, FLOYD posted by Jesse Floyd on Monday, June 22, 1998

I am looking for information about my great grandfather, William Turner Floyd. I don't know where he was born or who he married or if he has any connection with Pontotoc County. He had three sons that I believe they were born in Webster County, MS. My grandfather was John Allen Floyd, b. August 19, 1876 d. September 19, 1958. He had two brothers, Will and Ed. John married Margaret Alma (Maggie)Easterwood, b. June 14, 1877 in Webster County, d. March 5, 1938 in Ruleville, MS, March 5, 1905 in Webster County. Any help would be greatly appreciated. Webster Co.

VAUGHN posted by Jo Jean Johnson on Wednesday, June 24, 1998

I am searching for information on my great- grandmother's family. Her name was Callie Miller Vaughn(an). She was born in Pontotoc, MS, October 27, 1861. Her father's name was John D. Vaughn. Her brothers and sisters were: Willima P., James C., Martha J., Mary A., Milly L., Thomas W., Frances G., and Henry. Her mother's name was Mary A. Milam. I have lots of info on the Milams but have not located any on the Vaughn(an)'s other than census and church records. I would love to hear from anyone from this family.

PARCHMAN posted by Mandy Queen on Monday, June 29, 1998

Seeking info on the PARCHMAN family. I was told by a relative that his Grandparents came from Pontotoc Co., MS in a wagon. The PARCHMAN family name is a very uncommon name and most all are kin somehow. Please contact me if you know anything about the PARCHMAN'S. Sometimes they went by PARCHMENT.

MILAM posted by kitty Hubbard on Monday, June 29, 1998

Need info on Willis Andy Milam"s ancestors as well as his wife,Martha. Don't know her maiden name. They were from Ponotoc ,Ms area. Came t o Van Zandt county,Tx in the 1800's. Thanks.

FLANAGAN posted by John (Jack) Flanagan III on Monday, June 29, 1998

I am trying to find more info on the Flanagan's in Ponotoc Co. According to 1850 census, my gr-gr-gr-grandfather, Caleb, b.1822 in GA., married Martha Abernethy, born in Alabama. Their son was John Stanford F., born 1841, d. 1900 in Troy and led to me. Their other child was Mary, b. 1848. So, then, who is Alexander F. in 1840 Pontotoc census ? Same for an E.H. Flanagan in 1845 county census ?

GREGORY posted by Paula Dunklin on Friday, July 3, 1998

Searching for any information on the GREGORY surname. Especiallly interested in a David W. GREGORY who supposedly died around 1850 and is said to be buried in Sand Springs Cemetery in Pontotoc County. However, I was told by a researcher for Pontotoc County that no such cemetery exists there. I have several contacts who say many Gregories are buried in such named place. Does anyone in Pontotoc county know of its existance? David is said to have come to Mississippi between 1840-1850. No records available on this website that has any information on him. HELP! Thanks for any info/help.

CAST posted by Jim Cast on Friday, July 3, 1998

Samuel Andrew CAST/CASS,b.1816 in Ky, married Ellen Salina MORELAND,b.1819 in Alabama. They moved to Pontotoc co, Miss, and had the following children: James Alexander,Nancy Ellen, Nathaniel F., Thomas Marion, and George. Nathanial and Thomas both served in the 41st Miss.Inf.Regt. Co.E. Related families: PURVIS,DOWDLE,BRAGG,POWER,COX,COXE,MILLS,SANDERS,WHITEHEAD,MORELAND,DANIE LS,MIEARS. Please email me at: Jcast12345@aol.com Thanks, Jim CAST of Oklahoma.

AYCOCK, CONNELLY, PLUMMER posted by Karen Alexander on Saturday, July 4, 1998

Looking for any information on Martha Ann CONNELLY,born 15 Mar. 1833 in Davidson Co., TN. She was in Pontotoc Co. by 1849 when she married John Milton AYCOCK. Possibly had brothers Owen and William, who were listed on Pontotoc Co., 1850 census. I know that Owen married Martha PLUMMER in Davidson Co., TN in 1847. William was 14 years old in 1850. Any information greatly appreciated. Karen Alexander

HUDSON, WAIT posted by Hudson/Wait on Thursday, July 9, 1998

Charles William Hudson b. 1851 in Miss. Married Rebecca Jane Wait b. 1861 in Miss. Married in Pontotoc Co. Miss. 8/1881. 5 children born in Miss. before moving to Ark. around 1890. Unable to locate parents or siblings of either Charles William or Rebecca Jane. HELP PLEASE. Will share all infor. Diana

ANDREWS posted by Veneta Larson on Sunday, July 12, 1998

I will share any information on the decendants of Andy ANDREWS and Rebecca WELLS.

HUTCHINSON, LEWELLEN posted by Kelli Hamma on Sunday, July 12, 1998

Researching info on James Alexander HUTCHINSON born 1850 in Pontotoc County, Miss. and married Sarah Jane LEWELLEN born 1855 in Arkansas or Mississippi. I am looking for their siblings and ancestors. Here is a list of their children: Julia Ann, Arie Drucilla, Robert Irwin, Nancy Jane, James Monroe (my ancestor), Bascom Fayette, Mary Elizabeth, William Franklin, John Simpson, Georgia May, Samuel Edward, Delitha Ellen and Nathan Lunsford Hutchinson. Thanks

MAYFIELD, PANNEL posted by Billie Poston on Monday, July 13, 1998

I am searching for any info. on the 2 Ferdinand Mayfields listed in the 1850, census. I know the wife of 1, Bathsheba was a Pannell. Thank you very much.

ARNOLD, CORNELIUS, DAVIS, HARRIS, PLANT, SWINDOLL, WEST posted by Faye Elder on Friday, July 17, 1998

It has been a while since I posted the families that I am researching. I thought it was time to do an update. I would appreciate hearing from anyone doing research on these families in Pontotoc and surrounding counties.

GAFFORD, JUMPER posted by Veneta Larson on Friday, July 17, 1998

I am interested in sharing any information on the Meredith GAFFORD family and the John George JUMPER family. They live in Pontotoc and Union Counties in the mid 1800's.

PARR posted by Veneta Larson on Friday, July 17, 1998

I am looking for the family of Jeremiah PARR who married Mahilia CONN. Their daughter Nancy Ann PARR married Meredith GAFFORD.

MEDLEY, SPENCER posted by Rex McLaurin on Monday, July 20, 1998

I'm looking for any information on the family or relatives of Hiram SPENCER and his wife, Nancy MEDLEY. Hiram was born in South Carolina in 1808. At some time he had moved to Tennessee, where he married his first wife, name unknown, and had 2 sons, Matthew (b.1835)and William (b.1838). In late 1838 or early 1839, he moved to Ittawamba co. Mississippi where he married Nancy MEDLEY on 09 January 1839. They were also in the Tupelo,Lee co. area and the New Albany, Union/Pontotoc co. area. They had the following children: George R. SPENCER b.1842 John Lemuel SPENCER b.1847 Elizabeth C. SPENCER b.1848 Dithala SPENCER b.1849 William O. SPENCER b.1851 Nancy A. SPENCER b.1852 Martha N. SPENCER b.1854 Sarah J. SPENCER b.1856 Please contact me if you know this family or relations.

HERNDON posted by Rickey Dean Herndon on Monday, July 20, 1998

Looking for directions to HERNDON cemetery near Randolph, Pontotoc County. Any help would be greatly appreciated.

DUNCAN posted by Kathy Duncan on Monday, July 20, 1998

I am looking for info on Sterling Price Duncan.He was married to Mary Hall and had 7 known Children. Children's names Will, Sudie, Ludie, Frank, John, Cara and Louis Wesley b.9/26/1891. They lived in 'New Albany'. The family later moved to NE Arkansas.

ECHOLS posted by John Echols on Tuesday, July 21, 1998

Would appreciate any informaiton any one may have on Abby Pincnic Echols or his ancestors. He is buried in Quinn Cemetery in Pontotoc County. Have been unable to find any information on this pair and would appreciate any help.

BROUNLETT, CARTER posted by Mike Carter on Tuesday, July 21, 1998

Sophie Brounlett married ?-Carter. They had 4 children: George Leon, Fannie, Joe and Tom. George moved to Monroe County, Amory, were he married Willie Ann Sykes. I am trying to find out any information on the Brounlett or Carter families.

COLVIN, SHELTON posted by Walter B. Moore on Friday, July 24, 1998

I am searching for information, descendants, and anscestors of both Charner Burdette (C.B.) COLVIN and Mahalia Shelton. From my notes, C.B. and family moved from somewhere in Tennessee to Texas to Dexter, MO. Most of the children were born in Dexter. Here is a descendant chart for them, as I have it. I am in particular seeking info on the COLVIN, SHELTON, LAWYER names, but any information would be helpful and appreciated. === Charner Burdette COLVIN (8 Nov 1851 - 5 Dec 1923) m. 25 Dec 1876 & Mahala SHELTON (6 Jun 1857 - 12 Dec 1918) | Ezra COLVIN (12 Oct 1895 - 2 Dec 1975) & Mida Clorus FIELDS (2 Apr 1896 - 24 May 1975) | | Vera Ida COLVIN (22 Apr 1918 - 1997) & Robert Francis LAWYER (18 Jan 1918 - ) | | Audrey Marine/Morine COLVIN (26 Apr 1920 - ) & William Robert TEDRICK (19 Jun 1918 - 14 Jun 1978) | | Juanita COLVIN (3 Dec 1926 - ) & Roy D. GOMER (30 Jun 1923 - 2 Nov 1966) | McGarvey Holmes COLVIN (5 Dec 1877 - 5 Apr 1879) | Gentry Eddie COLVIN (10 Nov 1881 - ) | Sarah Ellen COLVIN (9 Nov 1883 - 9 Sep 1908) & John Marian LUCAS | | Asa Loyd LUCAS POE (15 Feb 1907 - ) & Elsie M. AMOS | Amma COLVIN (30 Aug 1886 - 17 Nov 1976) & James H. SIVELLS (16 Jan 1883 - 24 Jan 1965) | | James Colvin SIVELLS (13 Mar 1913 - ) | | Mary Maxine SIVELLS (20 Sep 1920 - ) & Paul CROW | Alta COLVIN (25 Dec 1888 - 1892) | Emma COLVIN (24 Nov 1890 - 4 Nov 1966) & Levi T. CRAWFORD | Ira COLVIN (16 May 1893 - 21 Oct 1967) & Midge UNKNOWN | | Gary COLVIN | Lillie May COLVIN (31 May 1900 - 16 Jun 1970) & Willis E. FETTERMAN (2 Jan 1895 - 2 Oct 1958) | | Shirley FETTERMAN (27 Feb 1931 - ) & Unknown BRONSDON | Thomas Franklin COLVIN (21 Dec 1879 - 2 Dec 1072) & Delta Olanda WEST (29 Jan 1882 - 15 Dec 1970) | | Lester Ellis COLVIN (30 Sep 1902 - ) & Virginia Mae YOUNG (11 Jul 1906 - ) | | Lura Vallie COLVIN (7 Aug 1905 - ) & Unknown BRADFIELD ==== Mahala Shelton's father was Thomas Shelton. The information I have on her is: Mahala Ann Shelton Colvin was one of nine children. Her father, Thomas Shelton was born near Newberry, TN. Her mother died and Thomas Shelton remarried and had six more children. Charner Burdette (C.B.) Colvin's father was an overseer on a plantation in Mississippi. C.B. Colvin moved to Tennessee when he was 12 years old. After McGarvey was born C.B. and Mahala and kids moved to Texas in 1879. Thomas Franklin was born in Texas. They moved to Dexter, MO., where the other 9 children were born. C.B. Colvin is buried in Maple Park Cemetary, Aurora, MO. Do these names connect with your information? thank you, Walter

RICHARDSON posted by James Riddle on Friday, July 24, 1998

Searching for the birth certific for Ida Dee Richardson born April 9, 1906 in Serman Miss. Parents William Larkin and Ider Belle Richardson.

ROBB posted by Dolores DeHart on Friday, July 24, 1998

I am looking for the names of Eliza Key Robb's parents. Eliza died in 1848 in Robbs Pontatoc County Mississippi and is also buried there. If there is a death certificate for her, it may list her parents. If it would be of help, she had a sister named Nancy Key who was living with Eliza at the time of her death. Her husbands name was John High Robb.

HERNDON posted by Rickey Herndon on Saturday, July 25, 1998

I'm looking for any information on the Herndon families buried in Oak Forest Cemetery in Pontotoc County near Randolph: J.M. Herndon, b. 1870 - d. 1964, and his wife Mary J. Herndon, b. 1876 - d. 1952; James Dorn Herndon, b. 2/25/1896 - d. 10/12/1962 and his wife Lena Potts Herndon, b. 7/14/1880 - d. 1/10/1974; James Clelon Herndon, b. 10/23/ 1901 - d. 8/17/1929 and his wife Idelle Reed Griffin Herndon, b. 11/2/1890 - d. 8/29/1974. Any information on these families would be greatly appreciated. Any info I have on the Herndon surname will be readily shared. Thanks!

HERNDON posted by Rickey Herndon on Saturday, July 25, 1998

I've finally located the HERNDON cemetery in Randolph, Pontotoc County. I'm looking for info on the individuals buried there: N.E. HERNDON, b. 3/18/1843 - d. 6/27/1915; Warren HERNDON, b. 8/5/1836 - d. 11/4/1886; Rebbecca HERNDON, died 8/11/1889 at age 83; James HERNDON, b. 6/2/1889 - d. 7/19/1889. Any info will be greatly appreciated and any info I have will be readily shared. Thanks!

BOSWELL, MALLORY posted by Acy McGehee on Monday, July 27, 1998

James Lewis Clark BOSWELL, born Pontotoc county 1844, married Fannie MALLORY; enlisted in 41st Miss. Inf. ( alter 9th Inf. consolidated.), family moved to Hill county, Texas after war. looking for parents of/links to JLC Boswell and wife (my gg grandparents.)

FRANKLIN posted by Nancy Franklin on Tuesday, July 28, 1998

William B. Franklin, b 25 Feb 1804 SC, was listed in 1870 Census for Pontotoc, MS with his son, John Isaac Gracey Franklin. Wm was age 66, b SC. Wm married Hannah Montgomery abt 1824 in Newberry, SC. Hannah died in 1833. A will by Nancy Franklin, dated 1861, Newberry, SC, states she left two children: Angelina, Charles E., and her husband, Wm., "who when last heard from was living in the State of Mississippi in Pontotoc County to which county he removed nearly six years ago leaving his said wife Nancy Franklin and her two children above named in this state (SC) and has never returned." Does anyone have any information about William? Where and when did he die?

BUCHANAN, CONLEE, HIGH, LONG, ROBERTS, SHIRLEY posted by Ray E. Roberts on Thursday, July 30, 1998

Searching for info on ancestors who lived in Thaxton, Randolph, Ecru Communities, My GGrandfather H.T. Roberts married Clementine Long in November 1870 in Pontotoc County. They are buried there but I don't know what cemetery. H.T. and Clementine had children name Ralph(my father), Henry E., Betty , Wiiliam M. and Jenny. I would appreciate hearing from anyone who might have any knowledge on the last four children. They all appear on an 1890 school census.I will share all info I have.

BOSWELL posted by Acy McGehee on Friday, July 31, 1998

James and Elizabeth BOSWELL are in Pontotoc co. 1850 census along with 10 children. Son James, age 6, is probably my gg grandfather James Lewis Clark Boswell who moved to Hill co. Tx in 1869 after the war. He served in 41st Miss. Inf. Also listed in census in another household are Joseph and Lucy BOSWELL, ages and place of birth make them right for James(Sr.) parents. Need connection information, relatives, cemetery, etc.

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