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Archived Queries 1996-1998

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Some of the names mentioned below:
Ames, Anderson, Barnes, Bilton, Brackett, Bray, Brumfield, Burgess, Caulfield Creekmore, Doss, Frost, Gaines, Gore, Graham, Grammer, Hammack, Hopper, Hunt, Hutton, Johnson, King, Mack, Mahaney, Mann, Marrs, McAfee, McGlamory McMorris, McNair, Meadors, Melton, Morris, Moser, Nunley, Oxford, Patton, Peyton, Porter, Reid, Robinson, Ruddick, Sharp, Simpson, Smith, Standley, Swanson, Thomas, Walker, Watkins, Wells, White, Woodell,

Apr-Jun, 1997

Wendy Fennell Tue Apr 1 21:00:41 1997
HOPPER Looking for info. on Napolean Bonapart HOPPER, b. 10-12, 1841 in Missouri. Mothers name June MACK. Fathers name unknown. Family history says Napolean was an orphan raised by relatives. Napolean m. Virginia McQueen abt 1847. Napolean died 10-18, 1925 in Rogers, Benton Co., ARK. Virginia died 11-19-1902 in Rogers, Benton Co., Ark. Any information on these names?

Wendy Fennell Tue Apr 1 21:13:39 1997
FROST/SHARP Looking for information on the FROST family which lived in Benton Co., Ark. Joshua FROST b. 7-01-1836 in Knoxville Tn. d. Aug 28, 1909 in War Eagle, Benton Co., Ark. m. Elizabeth Caroline WELLS b. 2-14-1843 in Nashville, Tn., d. 3-21-1936 in War Eagle, Benton Co., Ark. Wiley Laurence FROST {son of Joshua} b. 10-19-1870 in Humansville, Polk Co., Missouri, d. 9-08-1961 in War Eagle, Benton Co., Ark. m. Margret Liza Louise SHARP, b. 3-12-1871 in War Eagle, Benton Co., Arkansas, d. 4-13-1954 in War Eagle, Benton, Ark. Arlie Allison FROST[son of Wiley ] b 10-31-1890 in Alabum, Madison co., Ark., d. 3-17-1988 in Portland, Oregon m. Elnora Helen HOPPER b. 8-28-1890 in Cawker City, Mitchell Co., Kansas, d. 6-10-2962 in Medford, Jackson Co., Oregon. Elnora & Arlie were married in Rogers, Benton Co., Ark. on 4-11-1909. Supposedly the Rogers & Frost families came and settled in Benton Co. together a town was established and a coin was tossed to see if it would be named Rogers or Frost. Rogers won. Am interested in info. on these families and any family stories.

Carolyn Gang Thu Apr 3 11:32:12 1997
CREEKMORE/ROUSE/MEADORS. Seeking descendants of Luraney Meadors who married Horatio Gates Creekmore. Also descendants of John Allen Rouse who married Julia Beck. Both families resided in Benton County, Esculapia Township from 1900- 1910. Trying fo find parents of Julia Beck, and parents of Luraney Meadors Creekmore, and grandparents of John Allen Rouse. All info gratefully appreciated. These are great great grandparents..

Joanne Montgomery Thu Apr 3 13:59:35 1997
Lizzie Ellen WOODELL/WOODALL married Alfred David in 22 May 1892 in Carroll County, Arkansas. We are trying to locate any information on her parents who we believe were named J.T. Woodall and Bettie. Any help would be greatly appreciated. They also lived in Benton County. Thanks, Joanne

Don Rigali Sat Apr 5 04:55:27 1997
HUTTON, seeking family & information about James Franklin HUTTON, born Jan 1, 1837 in Alabama, moved to Wood county Texas and at the end of the Civil War moved to Benton County. James Franklin married for a second or third time in Benton Co., and later moved to Madison Co. Arkansas. I would like to know who he married, and their children, I think he was married four times. James died May 17 1905 in Madison Co. AR.
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Hank Jenks Mon Apr 7 21:27:29 1997
WELLS/MCMORRIS--I am looking for information on the WELLS family. Eva WELLS married Thomas Henry MCMORRIS on Sept 3, 1897. Eva WELLS was born in 1874, died in 1951 and is buried in Gentry, Benton Co., AR. I have much info on the MCMORRIS family but no info on the WELLS family except that Eva's father was possibly a Jeff or Jefferson or Jefferson Thomas WELLS. The mentioned WELLS family has strong ties in Carroll Co., as well

Karen M Raichle Tue Apr 8 07:20:14 1997
MAHANEY/JOHNSON Wish to connect with anyone searching these families in Washington Co from circa 1851 to 1900. Jacob JOHNSON and wife Margaret(Peggy) MAHANEY from Jackson Co TN arrived in Fayetteville area of Washington Co AR around 1851. Jacob died there about 1853. Peggy died in Oct 1890. She is buried in Son's Chapel . Around 1860, they were joined by their siblings, Thomas R MAHANEY and his wife Elizabeth JOHNSON also from Jackson Co TN. Descendants intermarried with BOYD, OXFORD, BRICKSEY, WIL(K)SON. Children were still in Washington and Benton Co in early 1900's. Would love to share info on these families. How does this Mahaney family relate to the other listed here? MAHANEY/MAHANAY/JORDAN Reuben A MAHANEY and his wife Margaret JORDAN were married in Allen or Monroe Co. KY. They moved to Benton Co AR around 1870. Children include James Emanuel (1856-1920); John C (1858-1925); Mary E born 1863; Margaret born 1864; McEllan (male) born 1866; Andrew J(1868-1915) Francis B born 1871; Martha A born 1872; Anna who married James Sikes; and Docia who married a Skeen Allied families include COOK, SHIRLEY, SIKES, SKEEN Reuben A MAHANEY died after 1900, Margaret E MAHANEY died between 1880-1900. I am searching for any death/burial records for these people.

F. Dean Long Wed Apr 9 13:55:47 1997
Looking for information on David Ames. He settled in the Siloam Springs, Ar. area.He was born in 1820, his wifes name was Tabitha. They had 3 children, Barthina born in 1844, Benjamin Hiram born 1847, William Oscar born in 1850. I am trying to find his wifes maiden name. She was a full blood Cherokee Lady, she was born in 1816. Thanks for any help you can give

Pam Nordgren Sat Apr 12 12:20:15 1997
Searching for parents, sublings of WILLIAM JEWEL PATTON. He m. ALEY _JENNIE_ JOHNSON in Washington Co., AR. in 1869. They were parents of WILLIAM DANIEL PATTON, M.D., b. 1870 in Bentonville. Pattons resided in Bentonville until 1883, when they moved to Stephens Co., TX. Dr. Patton practiced medicine in Canyon City, TX and Amarillo, TX. William Daniel Patton d. 1915 of pneumonia. William Jewel Patton d. 1917. Aley _Jennie Patton d. 1902. Elder Pattons also parents of an adopted daughter, Mary Gibson, m. ? DRENNAN. She is mentioned in mother's obit. Nothing is known of her aside from the adoption and marriage. Seek info. on her, as well.

Sandy De Taranto Fri Apr 11 10:04:04 1997
Seeking info on Thomas SHARP, d.o.b.& Place unk. Thomas lived in Lincoln,AR sometime between 1890-1910, and had 4 children with an unknown woman (she was reported to be of navajo decent). Their children were, George, Charles, John, Thomas, and Franklin who was born in 1904. Franklin SHARP married Freda Ruth PALMER in Benton Co., in 1925. Any info on the PALMER'S or the SHARP'S is welcome. I'll share what I know.

Ray Autrey Mon Apr 28 09:37:52 1997
Looking for resources and confirmation of Isaac MARRS in Benton Co. Arkansas. He is a g...ggrandfather on my mother's side (Waco, TX). I have one ref. by a Col. J.P. Neal who wrote that Isaac MARRS (1779-185?) was first white man in Prairie Grove Valley in 1826, bringing wife, 7 sons, 2 dau., one dau- in-law, and 3 servants. If anyone has further references, sources, land documents, maps of this area, I would appreciate information or directions. I am working backwards up the line toward Virginia in mid-/early 1700's. If anyone needs text of what I have, let me know, and I will transcribe it to text format.

M. Olds Mon Apr 28 20:53:41 1997
I am looking for any information on Ruban MORRIS his wife or his family, Ruban was born around 1839-1863. He married Liddia KING and they had at least one daughter by the name of Nellie Elzada MORRIS. Nellie Married a man by the name of Joesph LUTTRELL, Joseph and Nellie LUTTRELL had a farm near Siloam Srings, Arkansas. I have been told that Ruban MORRIS was in the Union Amry, stationed in Arkansas. Any information would be wonderful. Thank you very much,

Kathleen Blanc Maker Tue Apr 29 08:32:50 1997
alice chaplain (chaplin) dod: 1-1-1868, benton co ark daughter of Thomas Chaplain dob? and Patia (Patty) maiden name unknown dob:3-27-1841. alice married Benjamine F Fulgham (fulghum) 12-25-1895 Sebastian Co Greenwood dst.

Judie Fite King Wed May 7 19:09:03 1997MOSER-SWANSON Francis Marion Moser b 16 Feb 1832 Monroe Co., TN d 4 Mar 1880 Benton Co., AR md Mary Swanson 14 Jan 1851 Monroe Co., TN. Mary was b Feb 1837 d Apr 1905 Benton Co., AR. Would like complete birth date & place, complete death date and parents for Mary. She is buried in Mt. Hebron. Is Francis buried there also. Will share info on MOSERS. Thanks. Judie Fite King, 350 W. Castle Harbour, Friendswood, TX 77546- 5620

Sheryl Banks Sat May 10 20:25:14 1997
Looking for information on McNair/Robinson. They lived in Siloam Springs AR in the early to mid 1900's. John McNair may have been a blacksmith between 1815 and 1818. He was married to Asneith or Azneith Robinson. If anyone has any information that might help please e-mail. I am really hoping that this isn't one of the family branches that has died off without a trace. Thanks!

Brenda Hopkins Sun May 11 11:55:17 1997
I am trying to locate any information on my GGrandmother Asbrene Doss she was born in Benton or Saline Ark 11 Apr 1875 married Nelson Reid. I need to know who were her parents and any other information I can get ahold of concerning the Doss Family. Thank You.

Shelly Dixon Tue May 13 18:10:28 1997
Looking for info. on Huella Smith, born on May 11, 1864 in Logan, AR. in Benton County. She married Daniel Peyton Daniel from Hico Springs, AR. She moved to Centralia, OK in 1915.

GENE ROBESON Wed May 14 06:53:56 1997
Am seeking information on my gggGrandfather John ROBINSON and his family who moved to Bennet Co. or Washington Co. AR from Bedford Co. TN. about 1836. He died in 1844.

Jo Anne Neely Gomez Mon May 19 06:46:48 1997
GRAMMER/KINDLEY - Have previous queries but recent information received from old newspaper articles indicate that my gr grandmother, Mary Ann GRAMMER, had half brother named Elijah Sherman GRAMMER born to John W. and Sarah Frances MILLER GRAMMER on 03 Apr 1868 near Quincy in Hickory Co., MO. He studied at Bentonville College and in Sep 1887 moved to the Pacific Coast (State of Washington) and became a logger and also Senator. Elijah married Emma Parke KINDLEY on 21 Jan 1904. Emma was daughter of Cyrys and Cynthia Ann (LAMBETH) KINDLEY -- pioneer residents of AR, coming in 1852 from NC and establishing their home in Bentonville. Also indicates Senator and Mrs. Grammer tooke into their home in Seattle, Mrs. Grammer's (Emma's) niece, Floy Cynthia Ann OAKLEY and also Captain Field E. KINDLEY, second American air ace in World War I (also Emma's nephew). Capt. Kindley son of George C. and Ella Frances (SPRAKER) KINDLEY. Shows Capt KINDLEY born 13 March 1896 on the old Pea Ridge Battle Ground, Arkansas. Any information or relatives please contact me at email address of jodygomez@yahoo.com or my mailing address of Jo Anne Neely Gomez 39860 High Street Cherry Valley, CA 92223. Many thanks

Joseph Hewgley Wed May 21 00:05:07 1997
I am looking for information concerning a family of Grahams from Benton County, AR. They lived in the Lowell, Ar, area in Benton Co. before moving to Monte Ne. In Monte Ne they worked for the resort built by the somewhat famous "Coin" Harvey. My maternal grandmother (Dixie Lee Graham) was born in Monte Ne. As a teenage girl she sang at "Coin" Harvey's "convention," the year he ran for President. I am interested in finding out more about my maternal grandmother's parents. I know they were in the Lowell area at turn of (or early years of) this century. As mentioned, they then moved to Monte Ne. Besides my grandmother Dixie, other children born to this family of Grahams were named: Berry (or Barry), Minnie, and "Pete." Another child named Carrie died in early childhood. Thank you very much for any assistance. Monte Ne, Ar. My maternal grandmother (Dixie Lee Graham) was born to this family. Before moving to the Monte Ne area, I know the family was in the Lowell, Ar, area at the turn of, or in the early years of this century. After moving to Monte Ne they worked at the resort built by the somewhat famous "Coin" Harvey. My grandmother, as a teenage girl, sang at "Coin" Harvey's "convention" the year he ran for President. Other children born to this family were named: Minnie, Berry (or Barry), "Pete," and a daughter who died named Carrie.

nadine billingsley Fri May 23 01:34:26 1997
searching for NANCY OXFORD McAFEE. First marriage to BERRY McAFEE abt 1846. Had children Louisa and William W. McAfee plus others. 2nd marriage to WILLIAM ANDERSON of Benton Co. No known children to the second marriage. Would like information on birth, death and parents.

Walter Jones Sun May 25 19:51:24 1997
I need information on Ezra A. Gore. Ezra was born in Grundy County, Illinois in 1865. He lived in "all over the state" from 1900 until his death about 1945. I have records of him living in Black Rock Township, Lawrence County, in 1910. Prior to that he lived in Roc Roe Township, Monroe County. He married Mattie Taylor in Clay County, in 1907. I believe Ezra died in Gravette, Benton County Ark. about 1945, and is buried somewhere in the area. I have a picture of his headstone but am unable to locate the cemetery or read the date of death. I have a considerable amount of information on this man and will gladly share it with interested parties. Any information you can find will be greatly appreciated. Thanks

Peggy Camp Mon May 26 08:29:20 1997
Looking for my grandmothers brother in Benton co. Ar. All stories I have heard of Matt CROMWELL say he was a sheriff in Gravette, Ark. at one time and that he is buried there . All information would be greatly appreciated.

Patricia Ware Mon May 26 17:07:45 1997
Back in Aug 1974 a lady, Mrs Johnnie GARRETT, Res Petit Hydra G-6, Alger, Algeria wrote to the Benton Co Historical Society with a query re: Ambrose BLACKBURN his wife, Mary Emaline GRADY. Ambrose was killed in the Civil War, and Mary Emaline married James A CHURCHWELL, my ggrandfather. Since we are researching the same family would like to contact her. I have attempted to write Mrs GARRETT in Algeria, but my letters have been returned undelivered. ....Was just wondering if she has contacted the society since 1974 with a more current address so that phone or write her.. Thank you very much. Patricia Ware Choctaw OK 73020 Thanks so much.

Boice Burns Wed May 28 19:00:22 1997
William Hammack was in Benton County,AR in the 1850's. At that same time his daughter Cynthia Cyrene born 1835 in AR was there in that county and was married to Robert Mann born 1827 in Hawkins County,TN. Robert was murdered by bushwackers while they were living at Pea Ridge during the Civil War period. After that Cythia's brother came from Illinois and she went to Il with him and eventually died in Johnson County,Illinois. Robert and Cynthia had four children:Nancy,Sarah Jane,Elizabeth and William.I would be very interested in getting all the information available on the Hammacks.

nadine billingsley Fri May 23 01:34:26 1997
searching for NANCY OXFORD McAFEE. First marriage to BERRY McAFEE abt 1846. Had children Louisa and William W. McAfee plus others. 2nd marriage to WILLIAM ANDERSON of Benton Co. No known children to the second marriage. Would like information on birth, death and parents.

Larry Bates Sun Jun 1 09:42:28 1997
Looking for information on the families of Presley N Thomas,and Benjamin Franklin Bilton,Joesph Nunley,and the Porter family.Presley N Thomas ,born 1815,died circa 1875, came to Benton county Arkansas,from Calloway county Missouri,after the civil war.Presley's wife most likely had died in Missouri,as after entering Arkansas he married Sarah Porter,and had four children,Fred ,Sally,Laura,George Samuell,the children and thier mother came to Texas in 1886.Benjamin Franklin Bilton,lived in Washington and Benton counties,Benjamin was born in 1837,died 1928,he married a woman L.C.,of which nothing is known ,he then married Mary Elizabeth Nunley born 1846,died 1918,daughter of Joesph A Nunley born 1802,died circa 1870,Benjamin and Mary had eleven children,Jackson,Sam,Ecloe,Joesph,Thomas,Walther,Florence,Julie,Lula,Albe rt,Calvin.Benjamin fought in the civil war in Texas,and also migrated to Texas in 1886.anyone interested please contact me I will trade information,thank you.

Irving Blabon Sun Jun 1 15:00:16 1997
I am searching for the NOSLER FAMILY. I located, in the 1860 Census of Arkansas NUSLEVER, HENRY* (spelling unsure) page 418 BN Benton County. I know that a Henry C. NOSLER lived in Arkansas. I am willing to share information.

Gail Gaines Butler Mon Jun 2 22:57:37 1997
Surname: GAINES. The GAINES family was shown on the 1900 census in Benton Co.The GAINES'names: Adelbert M. Gaines, born 1854 in KY, married Elizabeth Gaines born 1858 in KY. Children: Walter Michael Gaines, born 1883 in KY; Ivan Gaines born 1886 in KS; Ora V. Gaines born 1889 in KS; Cecil G. Gaines born 1892 in KS; Albertina M. Gaines born 1894 in AR; Leslie K. Gaines born 1896 in AR; Murviel M. Gaines born 1898 in AR. Walter Michael Gaines is my grandfather, I know he lived in Osecola, Mississippi Co., AR or it may be Wilson, AR, same county sometime. That is where my father was born. Walter was married to Fannie Elizabeth Cole, this was his first wife. Fannie died 9/16/1910 and is buried in, I believe Wilson, AR. Walter and Elizabeth does show on the 1910 census for Mississippi Co. I do not know why or how Walter got to that part of AR. Fannie was born in and from TN, Tipton Co. They did not show in the 1910 census for Tipton Co. Walter Michael Gaines was a blacksmith. I found him on the 1920 census, Tipton Co., married to his second wife, Nora Elcan. I have not been able to find any of the other GAINES slibings. I don't know if they went back to KS or KY. If you have any information, please e-mail me at JRBBGB@aol.com. Thank you

Jack Maddox Fri Jun 6 19:00:14 1997
I am looking for any information on the following families from Benton county Arkansas. ROTRAMEL OR BULLOCK. I have some information on the Rotramels dating back to Henry Rotramel, born cir 1780, place unknown. Also on the Bullocks back to James P. Bullock, born cir 1810 in North Carolina. Most of my relatives were from around Gravette, Hiwassee, Bentonville, Beaty. Anyone who has any information on these family names, Please contact me via E-mail, any information would be very greatly appreciated. Thank you for your page.

Pam Nordgren Fri Jun 6 22:11:21 1997
Researching William Jewel PATTON and his wife Aley _Jennie_ JOHNSON. They were residents of Benton Co. in 1870 when their son, William Daniel PATTON was born. It is believed the elder PATTON was a stockman or farmer in the area, although he perhaps owned a business in Bentonville. The PATTONs were also parents of an adopted daughter, Mary GIBSON, who m. a DRENNAN. She is mentioned in her mother's obit (1902, Canyon, Randall Co., TX), but nothing more is known about her. Seeking information on elder PATTON, including CW service, parents, siblings, etc. They were m. in Washington Co., lived in Osage Twp.

Ronny Watkins Fri Jun 6 06:54:22 1997
WILLIAM HENRY WATKINS , wife LUCINDA SCOGGINS, WATKINS, moved to Benton Co. Ar. and was there in 1860, I am searching for information on him or his son JAMES WILBURN WATKINS, they lived at Osage Mills. Any help will be grately appreciated.

Tammie B. Chada Mon Jun 9 08:26:48 1997
Benton County Arkansas: SURNAME: BRUMFIELD I am seeking information on James O. Brumfield and Margaret __________. James and Margaret has ten children, two of which were born in Benton County, Arkansas. Children are: Mary J.- b 1832 in Illinois, George Washington - b Sept. 1834 in Illinois, William - b 1836 Arkansas, Jesse - 1839 Arkansas, Catherine - b 1843 Arkansas, Lucinda - b 1845 Arkansas, James McDonald - b 1849 Benton County, Arkansas, Joel - b Oct 7, 1851 Benton County,Arkansas, Frances - b 1855 and Margaret - b 1858. Am seeking any information on this family. If you can help please e-mail me at tchada@flash.net.

mlbarnes@soback.kornet.nm.kr Wed Jun 11 18:32:31 1997
Looking for information on William Preston Barnes and his wife Jane Morris. They were both buried in the Bloomfield (Double Springs) cemetery. William Preston Barnes Born: 20 May 1843, Lancaster Co., Illinois Married: 9 Aug 1884, Galena, Missouri Died: 11 Nov 1930, Siloam Springs, Arkansas Buried: 13 Nov 1930, Bloomfield, Arkansas Jane Morris Born: 1 Feb 1852 Died: 4 Sep 1935 Buried: 7 Sep 1935, Bloomfield, Arkansas They lived in Siloam Springs, Arkansas for an unknown length of time.

Dorothy Casler Thu Jun 12 22:14:32 1997
I am searching for William W. WHITE, born in 1824 in PA. He married Frances M.______? about 1845. Their first child Caroline B. was born in 1846 in Indiana. By 1848 they were in Benton County, Arkansas where he was a wagonmaker. He was also the foreman of a murder jury which was written up in Goodspeed's book of Benton Co., ARK. pub. in 1889. Sarah A. WHITE, Wm.'s second daughter was born in 1848 in Benton County, Ark. as was his third and last daughter to this wife. Her name was Frances Lovetta J. White born 1851 in Benton Co. By 1857 Wm. and girls had moved to Lawrence Co., MO. where he married a second time to Mary Ann (Polly Ann) WILLIAMS who was said to be a Cherokee Indian. If anyone can tell me where the first wife, Frances, is buried in Benton Co. I would be very pleased. Wm. WHITE remained in MO. the remainderr of his life, dying there in 1905. Any information on this family would be very appreciated. Thank you someone for your help.

Janis Norris Fri Jun 13 12:21:18 1997
I am looking for any information on Yelvaton MELTON who bought 40 acres of land in Benton Co. in 1854 from a bounty land grant. ---------

Dorothy Casler Sat Jun 14 20:02:33 1997
Looking for William W. WHITE b. 1824 in PA. who married Frances M._______? about 1845 in Indiana and who moved to Benton County, Arkansas by 1848 when his second daughter Sarah A. White was born. She married John D. BRYANT. His third daughter Frances Lovetta J. White was born in Arkansas in 1851 and married James D. POTTER in 1872. His first daughter was Caroline B. WHITE born 1846 in Indiana.

Mrs. Stevie Powell Sun Jun 15 18:43:05 1997
HUNT, I am looking for information on WILLIAM HUNT and wife ELIZABETH BRACKETT HUNT. They left Union County, Georgia about 1872 and went to Benton County, Arkansas. Their children were MARTHA JANE, REBECCA, JOSEPH, SARAH, ALFRED, MARY, JOHN,NICY, GEORGIA ANN AND WILLIAM. I was unable to locate them after 1880. Does anyone know what happened to them. Will share information. Address to Mrs. Stevie Lou Powell at mpowell@gte.net. Thanks.

Mrs, Stevie Powell Sun Jun 15 20:38:13 1997
WALKER. Searching for information on HENRY WALKER and wife PHIDELL MCGLAMORY WALKER. They left Fannin County, Georgia about 1872 along with HENRY'S Mother, MARY POWELL WALKER. Need more information on HENRY'S father JAMES WALKER. They are buried in the Flint Cemetery in Benton County. Their children were, SARAH LOUISE,JOEL,HETTY ESTER, MARTHA,ALLEN BRADY, NANCY, AND GEORGE HENRY WALKER.I need to locate some of the descendants and will share information. Thanks. Address query to MRS. STEVIE LOU POWELL

Pat Nance Tue Jun 17 09:54:43 1997
Looking for Hiram Caulfield b. 1836 TN m. Nancy Alice Bray b KY. Came to Arkansan ca 1869. Homesteaded in Madison County,AR north of Huntsville. Last information he sold land 1881. 1880 census states he had one leg.Nancy died in Okla. 1923. Other family connections Joseph Baker, Rhoda Neal(Neil), George John Mayes, Priscilla Goodwin, all appear to have lived in Madison, Washington, Caroll, and Benton Counties.

Bev Zuerlein Fri Jun 20 21:28:35 1997
BENTON COUNTY: Information on family of WILLIAM & ELIZABETH RUDDICK. They lived in ELKHORN, where he was the postmaster for many years, being appointed on 4-8-1840. He moved to Ark. as a young boy with his parents. Looking for any information that would lead me to his parents names, her parents names or information regarding his son WILLIAM RUDDICK who died at the Springfield Prison Camp during the Civil War, OR ANY information concerning this family. THANK you.

Stephanie Smith Mon Jun 23 08:14:37 1997
Looking for information on Lawrence Young BURGESS who purchased property in Benton Co. in 1896. He was an immigrant from Chickasaw Co., MS. He returned to MS and left behind a wife and two children (a son named Ollie) circa 1900.

Gary E. Young Mon Jun 30 10:55:55 1997
Seek descendants of John B. and Alsie (STANDLEY) SIMPSON of Siloam Springs, Benton County. They were from Carroll Co., Mo. and had three children that I know of: Russell, Mantie, and Clara who married Martin Winstead.