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Re: Kimble Leifeste/ Mason Leifeste

buickcenturyfritztown — 2009-06-03 22:49:05Z

My grandfather was Frank Leifeste, my dad was William Mckinnely (mispelled), there was also a Julias who died in the big war. My dad's relatives all mostly live in Mason Texas, but I've never been to see any of them. I would love to know what my grandfather looked like as a young man. All I remember is a big guy with a bushy beard that hid the face. I wasn't very old, and have no memories of him or my grandmother who was a Bowers. If you have anything new please let me know,
Thank You

Re: Kimble Leifeste/ Mason Leifeste

buickcenturyfritztown — 2009-06-03 22:44:52Z

Re: Kimble Leifeste/ Mason Leifeste

karenfedway — 2009-06-03 17:02:47Z

The Leifestes came here with 3 or 4 sons (and had more here) and did not want them to die fighting in the Prussian wars. The sons scattered about the hill country of Texas. Robert August Leifeste was my grandfather.
Karen Olsen Lebeter

Re: Toby

Gloria_Leslie — 2009-05-24 20:19:04Z

Have you collected the court records from Howard Co.? I have Howard Co. court records from 1883 when I.C. Sparks wanted to be guardian of 4 nephews. At the time his residence was listed as Coryell Co., TX. Maybe buried there? In 1880 census he was listed in Mernard Co. Could he be in the Toby Cemetery or Bear Creek Cemetery? mary jane Weldon Toby was I. C.'s sister-in-law.

Elizabeth Weldon's father is my great grandfather. Have you found any record of her in Ark?

Love to share notes.
Gloria

Re: Toby

potterj118 — 2009-05-24 18:37:34Z

Re: Mary Jane Weldon b. abt. 1849, d 22 or 23 Aug 1931 at Fort McKavett, Menard, Texas burial, Bear Creek Cemetery, near Junction, Kimble County, TX.

Re: Emma Elizabeth (Bett) Weldon Sparks, her husband was Isaac Calhoun Sparks, (my great,great grandfather). Elizabeth was born in 1854 in Ark, d 15 Oct 1941, Houston, Harris County, Texas. I haven't found her place of burial yet. Isaac Calhoun Sparks, b. 14 Feb 1849 in Collin County,Texas, d. 20 Sep 1885 in Big Spring, Howard County, Texas - he was shot and killed by his business partner, William Dewey. -Dewey was aquited of the crime. I have not found place of burial either.

Early School Pictures

GinGPcheee — 2009-04-12 20:49:35Z

I have several old school pictures I am trying to identify. If anyone has early Kimble Co. pictures with schools ... please contact me. Especially interested in Red Creek school, Saline School, and London area. However, any school pictures in Mason, Menard, Gillespie or McCulloch Counties can help tremendously in identifying them.... thanks!

Early School Pictures

GinGPcheee — 2009-04-12 20:48:56Z

Re: Photos

GinGPcheee — 2009-04-04 03:59:52Z

I would love to see a picture of her. I don't know of a picture of Len Lewis, but do know there is one of his store in Brady, in the Brady Museum. (Sign on Store front says Len L. Lewis, I believe)..anyway..if you are still interested...I can ck. around...and get a copy for you. I have a copy of her family...mother...father, and all the siblings...(including Mary Eliz.)...if you don't have that one..I can email it to you. Are you connected to this family?

Re: Hardesty

GinGPcheee — 2009-04-04 03:49:17Z

I live just down the road from the Old Hardesty homeplace, and Yates, Texas. There is only one Hardesty descendent in the area at this time, his name is Gaylon...(probably in his late 40's)..I have researched the Hardesty line and could go back into my notes and tell you how they are all related....but don't know (personally) any of the newer generations. If you know any of their history, or stories...I know Gaylon would love to know anything you can share....and so would I. There may be one of the older Hardesty's still living in Menard, Texas.

Re: " Cemetery Lookup "

GinGPcheee — 2009-04-04 03:39:02Z

James "Mack" Anderson, born 1-16-1863, died 3-16-1944,
buried in Section 1 of the Junction City Cemetery.

Re: Degan surname info

GinGPcheee — 2009-03-27 18:39:28Z

I have lots of information for you... I just happened to be researching the Dagen and Cabler family lines to do a newspaper article this week on a daughter of Birdie Springs Dagen Cabler. Birdie is buried in the Junction Cemetery, Section 2.

I assume Jacob D. Degan was "Bud"...Birdie's first husband. They had two children, John Samuel and Ida Mae Dagen.

Birdie married James F. "Jim" Cabler son of Sid & Nancy Splawn Cabler...
and ...get this... Birdie's son, John S. married Lottie "Delia" Cabler... Sid and Nancy's daughter. So mother and son married a brother and sister...

Try to get your head wrapped around that one! LOL... Anyway, I'd love to hear from you...

itsmeeeeeeeeeeeeeee (at)yahoo.com (l5 e's)

Re: Degan surname info

jimtx1 — 2009-03-24 20:36:11Z

Do you know what the names of the parents of John Henry Asbury or Asbery was?

Re: Tobey and Weldon

Anamcaradelsol — 2009-03-12 18:48:33Z

Hi Ann,
I would like to thank-you for the helpful info on Nathaniel Wheeler Tobey.
Thanks,Pamela

Re: Daniel Bird and ancestors

PhyllisMalinak — 2008-11-03 14:47:25Z

I will be glad to forward the photos to you. I have also heard from another cousin who has additional information. What is your email address? Mine is phyllism@fisd.org

Re: Daniel Bird and ancestors

PhyllisMalinak — 2008-11-03 14:28:43Z

Thank you! That would be wonderful! My personal email is phyllism@fisd.org

I look forward to hearing from you.
Phyllis

Re: Daniel Bird and ancestors

jrcook2613 — 2008-11-02 14:54:53Z

Charles
I would also like to have pictures of Daniel Bird. Can you please e-mail them to me?
Thanks
Janet Cook

Re: Daniel Bird and ancestors

chas4001 — 2008-11-01 12:30:42Z

Phyllis,
I have some pictures and will be more than happy to share, let me email you.

Re: Daniel Bird and ancestors

PhyllisMalinak — 2008-10-31 14:42:47Z

Charles, have you been able to find a photo of Daniel Bird. He is my g-g-g-grandfather. I do have a photo of his tombstone if you would like to have that. I also have an old group photo of the Bird family, but I don't who is who! My personal email is phyllism@fisd.org

Phyllis

Mary Porter Herbert Burt Obit

mabeone — 2008-05-19 20:25:59Z

Mrs. Mary Porter Herbert Burt, 80, of Mount Airy, NC, formerly of Junction, TX, passed away Saturday, May 17, 2008, at Forsyth Medical Center in Winston-Salem, NC.

Mrs. Burt was born November 5, 1927, in Williamson County, TN, to the late Robert Christopher and Bettie Cary Bostick Herbert.

Mary was a nursing assistant for many years and a member of First United Methodist Church in Junction, TX.

She is survived by a sister, Cary Herbert Grymes of Mount Airy, NC; three brothers and four sisters-in-law, Robert Alvin and Yvonne Herbert of Franklin, TN, Jack Herbert of Wallington, NJ, Bill and Margaret Herbert of Panama, and Margaret Gaver and Frederica Wyatt, both of Junction, TX; two brothers-in-law, Britton Burt of Junction, TX, and Fane Burt of Texas; and several nieces and nephews.

In addition to her parents, Mrs. Burt was preceded in death by her husband, Andrew Burt; two sisters-in-law, Ruth Herbert and Mildred Burt; and three brothers-in-law, Dr. William Lloyd Grymes, Edgar Gaver, and Chevis Wyatt.

A graveside service will be held Tuesday, May 20, 2008, at 11:00 AM at Skyline Memory Gardens, with the Rev. Dennis W. “Bud” Cameron officiating. No formal visitation will be held at the funeral home; however, the family may be contacted at the home of Cary Herbert Grymes, 218 Herring Street, Mount Airy, NC. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to the Twelve Oaks Rest Home, ATTN: Activities Department, 1297 Galax Trail, Mount Airy, NC 27030 or the charity of the donor’s choice.

Mt Airy News 19 May 2008

Re: Riddle & Howard of Erath

dn2407 — 2008-05-18 19:26:09Z

what is your connection to the Ballews and the Cundiffs?

Dorothy Newberry
danew1@sbcglobal.net

Re: Kimble Leifeste/ Mason Leifeste

buickcenturyfritztown — 2008-05-11 18:10:19Z

In answer to the inquiry of the Leifestes in mason and Junction. Yes they are all related. Those in Fredericksburg are also relatives. I believe the Fredericksburg Leifestes were the originals, but I'm not sure. The family came from Prussia years ago, probably to escape the conflicts building there and in Germany.

D.T. Carson - Thomas Carson

ccaldwelltexas — 2008-02-09 17:53:32Z

Looking for information on a D.T. Tom Carson? He owned the Star saloon in Junction, Kimble County, Texas with A.J. Royal. He killed a Jim Stout in the winter of 1884 there. He was killed at Kerrville, Texas, on April 21, 1893, by Bill Holman.

Re: " Cemetery Lookup "

grace_ful562001 — 2007-08-20 06:59:53Z

You can try this website:

www.cemeteries-of-tx.com/Wtx/Kimble/JunctionCity.html

" Cemetery Lookup "

billmagnus369 — 2007-05-27 21:04:35Z

Looking for a kind person to look up buriel site of James M. & Sallie Anderson He was born abt. 1863 and died after 1930. Any information would greatly appreciated.

Bill Magnus
bjmag1212@yahoo.com

George Shelby Nichols

FHolland001 — 2007-02-13 21:19:21Z

I'm searching for anyone who might have known or have information on George Shelby Nichols. He went by Shelby Nichols. George Shelby Nichols was born on May 11, 1914 and died on May 9, 1962. He enlisted in the army at Fort Sam Houston in 1941. His family resided in Junction, Kimble County, Texas. His mother and father were said to have a farm or ranch in Junction. George Shelby Nichols was said to have drove a grain truck for at least part of his life so he traveled all over. He never married. When he wasn't traveling he lived on the ranch/farm with his parents. Please if you have any information, no matter how small, let me know. I would love to hear from you.

Sincerely,

Felicia Holland

Re: SINCLAIR/HAMBY

2006-11-28 19:14:05Z

Thank you Jennefer.....there were two General Hamby's one in Travis County and the other in Menard County.......it was the one in Menard County that married (in Kimble Co.) to the Sinclair.......
Thanks again!
Nancy

Re: SINCLAIR/HAMBY

geniegirl7 — 2006-11-28 15:36:16Z

Nancy - Not related, just trying to help.

1910 Menard Co, TX JP 1
James J Callow 77 Ireland, Ireland, Ireland
Margerite Callow 66 MO, England, England
Margerite Callow 22 TX, Ireland, MO
Marion Franklin Hamby 40 jailer TX, GA, MO
Anni Hamby 48 wife AR, Ireland, AL
General Hamby 15 son
William Finis Hamby 13 son
Trudie Suella Hamby 11 daughter
John Loyd Hamby 9 son
James Joy 21 inmate
Roll T624_157; P 1B; Enum Dist 160; Image 1174

1920 Menard Co TX
Marion F Hamby 55
Nannie 60
John L 17
Roll T625_1833; P5A; Enum Dist 148; Image 741

WW I Civilian Draft Registration
General Hamby, Menard Co, TX
DOB: 23 Mar 1894 Austin TX

Ancestry.com has TX Marriages for 1814-1909 & 1966-2002
You might check Travis Co Genealogical Society / Library.
hope this helps Jennefer Tigerlilly620252@aol.com

Re: Possible lookup of Burnett

lacountrygal23 — 2006-11-17 03:49:41Z

Thanks for the repy. I have hit a brick wall. Appreciate all help and any information. Thanks again.

SINCLAIR/HAMBY

2006-10-10 06:53:29Z

Recently received this and I was wondering if anyone might have information on this marriage:

The Menard Messenger
Vol. 8 No. 12
Thursday, January 7, 1915

HAMBY-SINCLAIR
General Hamby sprung a big surprise on his many friends and parents on Saturday December 26th, by returning from Junction with one of Kimble county's most popular young ladies safely tied to him by the bonds of holy matrimony. Everybody is congratulating General but "Dad" can't see for the life of him whatever got into the young lady to use such awful judgment. At any rate they are happy and the Messenger joins their friends both here and in Junction in extending congratulations."

General was a resident of Austin, Travis, Texas at his death in 1918, so he and UNKNOWN SINCLAIR were only married for a short time. He is buried at Menard Co., Texas, and his father was a lawman, Franklin Marion Hamby who was married to Nannie Casey-McMullon...or McMillon......

I haven't had time to search Texas marriages as yet....
General's full name was General Stonewall Jackson Hamby.
Thank you for any help.
Nancy

Re: Daniel Bird and ancestors

chasbyrd — 2006-06-17 01:48:39Z

Paula,
Thank you for posting all the info.
The 1880 census had Daniel Bird as Dowell by mistake.
I had a tough time tracking down what happened to Clarinda Jane his 2nd wife but finally found her buried in SA.
Had a former Texas Ranger marker dedicated for Daniel Bird placed at his grave in junction Cemetery last July.
Appreciate all the information.
Looking for a photo of Daniel as all I have is a blurred one.
Trying to find ancestors of Daniel in Kimble of Sampson or Dan C. as well.
Thanks again,
Charles

Dan Phelps death-1917

aharwell43 — 2006-06-17 00:17:32Z

The Menard Messenger
Vol. 10 No. 21
Thursday, March 22, 1917
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(page 1)

DAN PHELPS IS KILLED IN A FIGHT

Dan Phelps, a well known rancher from Kimble County was fatally wounded in a fight, Thursday night, by Wesley Lifeste of Roosevelt. The fight occurred at local wagon yard and arose over a horse trade and it is alleged the
Phelps made a rush at Lifeste with an open knife in his hand. Lifeste picked up a piece of an end gate and struck him over the head. Phelps dropped to the ground and Lifeste and those present thinking that he was only drunk left him
lie on the ground until the next morning, when it was discovered that his condition was serious and he was removed
to the R?ck Hotel. Local doctors worked over him but were unable to restore him to consciousness. Dr. Gayton of Brady was summoned and it was decided to take him to the sanitarium there for an operation. A blood clot was removed from his brain but he died Saturday night without ever having regained consciousness.

Lifeste is being held in the county jail here charged with murder and his bond fixed at $2,500.

J.D. Pettigrew-1917

aharwell43 — 2006-06-17 00:17:32Z

(Submitter's note: I have no additional information on this gentleman. I just transcribed this while looking through Menard County, Tx. newspapers).

The Menard Messenger
Vol. 10 No. 14
Thursday February 1, 1917
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(page 1)

DEATH OF J. D. PETTIGREW

Last week, Wednesday night at his home in London, occurred the death of J. D. Pettigrew, a pioneer of West Texas and a highly respected citizen of this section. Mr. Pettigrew has been ailing for some time and his death was not entirely unexpected by his friends and relatives. He was 89 years old at the time of his death and came to this vicinity 40 years ago. He was born in Arkansas and served faithfully with the Boys in Gray during the Civil war. He was the father of thirteen children eight of whom are living, four girls and four boys. The funeral services were held the following day at the London cemetery, Marion Adams having charge. Mr. Pettigrew leaves many friends who join with his family mourning his loss. Jim Pettigrew, a son of the deceased, was called to his bedside and stayed until after the funeral.

Re: Looking for lost family members Davis,Smith or ????

aharwell43 — 2006-06-17 00:17:32Z

Re: Daniel Bird and ancestors

pdsain — 2006-06-16 23:23:47Z

Re: BREWER Erastus & Erasmus

gwjcal — 2006-06-07 03:56:29Z

Hello,

There is a very interesting article about Caroline's family posted at.....
http://www.wtblock.com/wtblockjr/christia.htm

Unfortunately, there is nothing about Willim Brewer except his name. I have a historical article about Wiliam and Caroline's oldet son, Erastus, written by Frederica Wyatt. In that article there is a reference to William on the 1880 census. The 1880 census said William was born in Louisiana but his father was born in NY.

There are thousands of BREWERs in NY; English Brewers, Dutch Brewers, and German Brewers. I started a BREWER DNA Study with a DNA sample from my wife's brother. Currently, we have 3 or 4 matches with descendants of Jan Brower, an early settler of NYC.

Look here for information about the BREWER DNA line. If you scroll all the way down to the results the Jan BROUWER line is in YELLOW.

http://www.familytreedna.com/public/BrewerDNA/index.aspx

Grant Johnston, Chico, CA

Re: BREWER Erastus & Erasmus

2006-06-06 04:19:14Z

This is the same family. William is J.W. Brewer's son. J.W. is my great-great-grandfather. I know very little about William & Caroline. All information would help,email is jojo@ctesc.net.

Re: BREWER Erastus & Erasmus

gwjcal — 2006-06-05 21:23:51Z

"I am working on the Brewers of Comanche, Llano, Mason, Kimble, Gillespie, Menard Counties of Texas."

If those are the Brewer's that descend from William Brewer and Caroline Hildebrand of Beaumont, TX I may be able to help you.

Their son Erasmus Andrew Brewer moved his family to Klamath Co., OR about 1910. Erastus stayed in London, (Kimble Co.) and was a merchant. William and Caroline died and are buried in Menard Co., I'm going by memory but I think they are in Little Saline Creek Cemetery.

If this sound like the right family I can give you a little more info.

Grant Johnston

Re: Brewer/ Terry

2006-06-05 07:25:25Z

I am working on the Brewer line in my family don't know of any Terrys but let me known if you want to talk. We may have some of the same family.

Re: BREWER Erastus & Erasmus

2006-06-05 07:16:14Z

I am working on the Brewers of Comanche,Llano,Mason,Kimble,Gillespie,Menard Counties of Texas.

Daniel Bird and ancestors

chasbyrd — 2006-06-03 11:58:32Z

Daniel and wife Clarinda Jane Barnes Kimble moved to Junction in late 1870's and looking for any relatives or related information.
buried in Junction Cemetery 1885.
Kin to Creed Taylor.

Re: HELP--- HELP---HELP--J.C.SALMON- OBIT-JUNCTION, SEGOVIA, KIMBLE,TX.

2006-03-20 09:34:02Z

Does anyone know if Salmon was an orginal Indian name in Oklahoma & Texas? How do I find out ?? Thanks E.J.
" Jesse Carl, Sr. was around Stephen & Jefferson County Okla. in the 30's. I rremember seeing a census where he and Ona lived with his mother & other siblings. J.C. Jr. was a baby. If I remember right Jesse Carl's mother was listed as June Salmon age 59 a widow. This must have been the 1930 census. E.J. ??

Re: HELP--- HELP---HELP--J.C.SALMON- OBIT-JUNCTION, SEGOVIA, KIMBLE,TX.

2006-02-16 01:09:21Z

Would the lady hunting info. on J C Salmon please send another e-mail..

Re: HELP--- HELP---HELP--J.C.SALMON- OBIT-JUNCTION, SEGOVIA, KIMBLE,TX.

gwjcal — 2006-02-14 22:31:43Z

Hello,

I am not the person who claimed to know hm. I suggested you miht find him or his surname on the Daws list -- if he was Native American. Someone else suggested asking people from Kimble Co. -- but not me.

Grant

Re: HELP--- HELP---HELP--J.C.SALMON- OBIT-JUNCTION, SEGOVIA, KIMBLE,TX.

2006-02-14 17:41:43Z

Grant.. I did not see J.C. for more that 50 years, I remember he came to our house in Casa Grande, Arizona in the 50's.
My mother cleaned out a storage house out in back & let him live out there. We used to play canasta, he was crazy about canasta. I always beat him and he would jump up and scream that I was cheating, that I must me cheating.....
I had a knowledge of him when I was in first grade..His sister Leona was abt. 2 years older than I am and they lived a block away. She & I would play together but J.C. was older and would have nothing to do with us..
I would enjoy anything you can tell me about J.C. and his life, I know he must have had a hard one. Some people are not dealt a good hand. But, I believe its what you make it.
Please email me at my home B29wendover@wmconnect.com
it may be best we don't share everything with the world...
Thanks so much ...Elisa

Re: HELP--- HELP---HELP--J.C.SALMON- OBIT-JUNCTION, SEGOVIA, KIMBLE,TX.

2006-02-10 00:12:16Z

Why look elsewhere when half of Kimble county knew and could give info. on JC Salmon. ?

Re: HELP--- HELP---HELP--J.C.SALMON- OBIT-JUNCTION, SEGOVIA, KIMBLE,TX.

gwjcal — 2006-02-09 23:35:43Z

You could Google "Dawes Roll" and search for Salmon. I think the name came from England and may be a corruption of Solomon or Soloman.

Indians used English names -- like Davis and Jones -- so Salmon could be Indian. Several people thought the Ishee's of Jasper Co., MS were NA. Some even continued to believe it, even after records were found which proved the Ishee's were Swiss.

Grant Johnston

Re: HELP--- HELP---HELP--J.C.SALMON- OBIT-JUNCTION, SEGOVIA, KIMBLE,TX.

2006-02-08 23:21:24Z

Thanks everyone, you've been great. Cousin J.C.'s family has been found. To my surprise his mother is buried next to him.
I have made contact with his daughter.
I am grateful to everyone of you who helped... E.J. 2-7-06

HELP--- HELP---HELP--J.C.SALMON- OBIT-JUNCTION, SEGOVIA, KIMBLE,TX.

B29WENDOVER — 2006-02-02 01:05:46Z

NEED HELP...Trying to determine if the SS record found on LDS -- Familysearch is long lost cousin HAVE BEEN SEARCHING FOR ....
LDS RECORD JUST LIST J.SALMON B: 11/23/1929
D: 5-19-2100
JUNCTION, KIMBLE, TX.
SEGOVIA,KIMBLE, TX.

SS# applied for in California...

J.C.'s family moved to Calif in the 40's, when he was 12-13
years old so, the age and Calif. check out...

I HAVE BEEN SEARCHING FOR J.C. SALMON, JR.
FOR A LONG TIME.. OUR LAST KNOWN RECORD OF HIM WAS THE FT. WORTH AREA ABT. 1982-85.
IS THERE A NEWSPAPER IN JUNCTON OR SEGOVIA
THAT WOULD HAVE RUN HIS OBITUARY ?? DOES ANYONE KNOW THE FUNERAL HOME ? ECT??? I NEED HELP ON THIS ONE...Any help will be appreciated.
( Jesse Carl) J.C.'s father was Jesse " Carl " Salmon
and his mother was Ona Lee Strange B: in Wichita County.
His mother & father both died in California.
Please email me directly at B29wendover@wmconnect.com
Any help will be greatly appreciated.... E.J. Phx, Az.
2-1-2006

Re: Mankins/Roberts connection

bojones132 — 2005-11-26 19:03:33Z

I'm sort of interested in that family also, I'm trying to find out how they are related to Walter and Marth Jane Mankins. You will find them in the 1855 Census under the following:
William and Williamson District of Texas
Samuel Mankins 35
Dotia 34
John 15
Nancy J 13
Evan 11
Sarah a 9
Marze 8
Samuel J 7
Jasper 5
George 3
Celina 2
bob

John Clark KimbleC0., 1870 to 1880

CheyrlTVelten — 2005-11-16 23:34:06Z

Does anyone know of a John Clark family who lived in Kimble Co., between 1870 to 1880?
Any information on this family would be greatly appreciated.
Cheyrl Velten
vranch@verizon.net