Meriwether County, Ga. Queries
2000

I am seeking information about William Green Massey/G.W. Massey. Family history furnished by his granddaughter states that he owned Warm Springs before it became the famous spa. Any help will be greatly appreciated. Thanks
Harriett Fuquay
Jan. 1

THRASH & LIGON:  Looking for info on THRASH, William A. (Andrew, I think), b. 1818-1820 or so, m. Virginia Frances LIGON; they had son, William Hammett THRASH, b. abt. 1856, m. Martha Ann Frances BRYAN,  they had 2 children, Andrew Jackson THRASH, b. 2/21/1886, and Mamie Lee THRASH.  Found William and Virginia on 1850 census for Meriwether Co., GA.   Gives his age as 30 and hers as 19.  Also found a "LEGAN" family on same census.  I believe that is a mispelling of LIGON and may have been Virginia's folks. Don't have info on any siblings of William Hammett.  Any info as to parents/sibs or anything else about these families would be greatly appreciated. 
ptm2754@cs.com
Jan. 9

Joseph Pinkston COOLEY. Died in Meriwether County, I believe, November, 1911.
GLOSUL@aol.com
Jan. 10

Thomas Port DAVIS. He was listed as 62 year old male, residing at 204 dwelling on the 1870 Meriwether County census. His wife was named Pella.She was 61 years old. He died sometime between  1870 and 1880. They both were born in South Carolina. I will appreciate any information on this couple. I desperately need information on the father of Thomas Port Davis and would like to know where they are buried. Anyone there in Meriwether County know anything about this couple and will you please share it with me?
Jane Davis Turkett
Jan. 11

Seeking information about the family of Thomas Randolph EDWARDS in the Woodbury area.  According to his grandson's childhood memories, he was a school principal in the area in the 1930's and possibly 1940's and his wife was a teacher.  They lived outside of town on a farm, but the rest of their family lived in Woodbury. Their children were Thomas ?, Walter, Mayne (1892-1978), Elise (1890-1986) and Mitchell (ca 1900-1958) . Mayne married and moved to Thomaston, GA, Elise married a Chunn, who owned a store in Woodbury, and Mitchell, the youngest, left home at 15 and moved to Atlanta, where he died in Feb 1958. Mitchell and his wife, Rose Irene Goddard, are buried at West View Cemetery in Atlanta. Can anyone tell me when and from where the Edwards' family moved to Meriwether County? Where are they buried? Any information about the family would be appreciated. Thank you.
Farrar Edwards
Jan. 17

I am looking for information on William A.J. Tate( Teat/Teet} parents, brothers or sisters. He was born in Meriweather county in 1835. Any information would be appreciated.  You may reach me at
jrsmith@alaweb.com
Jan. 20

Researching African -American PHILLIPS, Mingo is his first name he's listed in the 1870 census age 70 descendents would possible have migrated to Al. round early 1900. Minerva PHILLIPS  was in the household of my gggrandfather James Stokes Sr. in 1880 Griffin Ga., 1870  she was in Baldwin cty. her children names are John, William, Lenard, Steven, Savannah, Walter. her relationship to my gggrandfather is stated as Aunt.
Dona Stokes-Lucas
Jan. 23

I am interested in the WRIGHT and MATHEWS families of Meriwether County. I have alot of information about these families and would like to contact other interested family members. Thank you,
Alice Wright Wallace
Jan. 23

Who are Sam and Elizabeth PEARCE shown as class members of 1851 in the "Old Trinity" Methodist Church.  This informtion is found in Historical Account of Meriwether County, 1827-1974., compiled by  Regina P. Pinkston.  Are these two a couple?  Are they related to the PERRYs and CLAYTONs in the same class? Thank you,
Linda Johnson,
a descendant of the PERRYs & CLAYTONs of Meriwether and the JERNIGANs and JOHNSONs of Marion Co.
Jan. 24

I am searching for the parents of my gg grandmother, Georgia Anna/ Georgiana PHELPS b. 1855  d. 1877-1881. She was the wife of Wiley Barnes ROBERTS. They had 3 children before she died. James Jacob ROBERTS, Willie Lee ROBERTS and Sarah Anna Elizabeth. I have no other information on her. There was a Jacob PHELPS and a Reuben PHELPS in the area in her time frame. If anyone has any information on the PHELPS familiy of Meriwether County please contact me. Thank you,
Cari Spano
Jan. 24

LANIERS and SLAUGHTERS from Meriwether County. I've just begun to search for my family history. My mother, Evelyn Lanier, was born in Meriwether County. I'm looking for any information on her family. My grandfather was Pac Lanier; grandmother was Lillie Slaughter Lanier. I'm not sure exactly what county my grandparents were born. My mother was born in July, 1918. Lillie Slaughter was born 1906. Any information would be extremely appreciated.
susanwjoel@cs.com
Jan. 31

I am the GGgrandson of John Pepper ATKINSON, who came to Meriwether county from Brunswick county, Viginia, about 1850.  He was the father of William Yates ATKINSON, governor of Georgia in the 1890's.  We are trying to determine just when he came to GA, and any information about him from that time. Thank you, 
William M. Mallory
Macon GA 
Feb. 2

My g-grandparents were William Alexander CARREKER and Laura WRIGHT, both of Meriwether Co.  He born 9/1/1846, died 9/8/1912.  She born 7/25/1848, died 6/21/1928.  Both buried Mt. Zion Baptist Church Cemetery, four miles west of Concord, Ga.  1850 Meriwether Co. census list George W. Wright, 30 y-o teacher born in SC;  Eliza J. 26 y-o F. b. GA;  Mary A. 5 y-o, F, b. GA;  Eliza J. 3 y-o F. b. GA; and Laura T, 1 y-o F. born GA.  Does anyone know if this Wright family was in fact the family of my Laura Wright. 
James Majors
Feb. 9

I am looking for family connections to the ancestors of Mary Wesley Rosser who married Zachary Pierce Lee in Meriwether County in 1869.  Mary Wesley and Zachary Pierce Lee had five children: Laura, Albert, Rupert, Pierce and Lucy.  Mary Wesley Rosser died while her children were very young.  At some time while the children were young, this family lived in Alabama (Goodwater?).  I'm not sure whether they lived in Alabama before or after Mary Wesley Rosser died.  Zachary P. Lee arranged for family or friends in Meriwether County to provide foster care for his children, where they were reared.  He re-married shortly after Mary Wesley Died and seems to have left Meriwether County (to Alabama?) with his second wife.  Can anyone help me connect Mary Wesley Rosser to her Rosser relatives?
Lou Sillay
Feb. 11

I am looking for information on my great grandfather Capt. W. P. White who was married to Julia A. Rosser and lived in St. Marks, GA.  He lived most of his life in St. Marks and was member of the Methodist church.  He died in 1908 and was buried next to his wife in St. Marks.  I was wondering if there was a Methodist cemetery in St. Marks?  Since I am living in the Athens, Ga area, I plan to visit the St. Marks area and try an find the cemetery he is buried in.  Also I would like to check out the library in Greenville for additional information. Thank you for any info you may provide me.
Bill Peltier
Feb. 16

Would you have any information on Lambert.  J. W. Lambert, my great-grandfather from Meriweather County (1850 - 1870's), we think he lived in or around Luthersville, GA. Any help you have on any Lambert would be greatly appreciated.
William H. Lambert, Sr. (Bill)
Orlando, FL
Feb. 18

ROUTON family. I am searching for my husband's family. His gggrandfather was Abner J. Routon b 14 Feb 1865/d 30 Jan 1953. He married Loucenia (?) Bertie Collier. He was born in Warm Springs. The only child I know they had was my husband's grandfather William Jackson Routon Sr. I would like any information on other children from this family and Abner J.'s parents. We found a list of names- Henry C. Routon, born in Warm Springs, and Abner R. Routon Jr, also born in Warm Springs, but we have no idea what connection they have to our family. Any information would be appreciated. Thank you.
Christina Routon
Feb. 22

I am researching SIMEON WOODRUFF SR. His wife was GEORGIA ANN COX. Their graves are almost at the back door of the Baptist church at ST. Marks. His marker  does not have a date of birth or death, only that he fought in the Civil War. My grandmother was a Woodruff before she married and lived in ST. Marks. Her brother owned the store in St Marks. All of her family was from St Marks, Lived there and the majority of them are buried there, including her at the Baptist church in St Marks. I would like to find out if  he is a relative. Thank You
Charlotte Tate
Feb. 27

My great-great grandparents Tristram Pierce Bethea and Sarah (Todd) Bethea lived in Meriwether County, GA in 1850 but have not been able to locate them anywhere in 1860.  I do know that Tristram died before 1870 and Sarah was living with her son Dixon Pierce Bethea  (my great-grandfather) in Arkansas.  Sarah's parent believed to be John and Elizabeth Todd also of Meriwether County or near-by.  Would greatly appreciate any information on Tristram and Sarah Bethea and on John and Elizabeth Todd.  Will share.  Mailing address One Bayview Ave., #2, Los Gatos, CA 95030 and e-mail address is
Richard.Bush@worldnet.att.net. Thanks!
Feb. 27  

I am looking for any information on Asberry SMITH (1855-1932) married to Mamie Teague HOLMES. Asberry was a shoemaker and was born near Alverton, GA (Meriwether County) and later moved to Edgefield County, SC, where he died. Please contact me at
oakgrove2@hotmail.com
Thanks!
March 5

I am seeking any information on William T. WILLIAMS and his family, particularly on his son Clark whom I believe to Have been my grandfather through a later marriage to Mamie McCall in Hernando county, Florida. This family shows up on the 1850 Meriweather Co. census, the only one I've been able to see so far. Thank you for your assistance.
Cecil H. Long
March 5

I am looking for any information on NANCY A.HAMMACK(HAMMOCK)  She last applied for  Widower's indigent pension in 1904 in Meriwether County, Ga. She was born about 1828 in Upson Conty, Ga. and was the wife of T.G.or Thomas Hammack(Hammock) who died June 20, 1864 at Kennesaw Mt. while serving with Co. D, 2nd regiment of the Ga. State Line.  Nancy and T.G. Hammack's children were : 
Eugenia Elizabeth (LIzzie) born 1852
Lindsey Alsbury, b.1854, d 1928, married Mattie Speer
Martha(Mattie) R. , b 1855, married Urias Teal 1878 , Talbot County.
William Crawford, b,1859
John Thomas, b 1861
Any information on where Nancy  is buried and anything else will be greatly appreciated. Please Margie McDaniel
March 6

I am looking for someone who could locate an offical copy of family (WRIGHT and MATHEWS) records in the County Courthouse. I wrote to the clerk and was told I could come by and look it up but I live in Virginia and that is impossible at this time. I have copy of the record but need an offical one for UDC membership. Thanks for any help.
Alice
March 10

Can anyone do a lookup for a will for a William R Nall d. 5/22 1914, wife Annie Hurst and possibly two sons, David R. and Glenn P. Trying to find anything that will confirm those were his sons. Thank you,
Karen Nall Kleman
March 17

I am seeking information about the Moreland family who lived in Woodbury, Ga. Willie G. Moreland was married to Carrie E. Betts on March 27, 1881. He died on May 10,1926 and she died on Aug. 19,1926. The earliest  known ancestor was Wilson Woods (Moreland) who was born on Aug. 13. 1798-birth place unknown. I would appreciate any help you may be able to provide. Thank you.
Joanne Moreland Martin
March 18

I am the great grandson of Franklin Marion BUTLER. The following is from sketchy research done many years ago by cousin Lucy Clark of Gay, Ga. (now deceased). Franklin Marion BUTLER was born on May 27, 1839, possibly in South Carolina.  He married Susan CLARKE of Meriwether County on November 29, 1867. Susan CLARKE was born at Rocky Mount in northern Meriwether County, on October 5, 1842, the daughter of Henry Gaines CLARKE and Nancy Frances RAY CLARKE of Meriwether County. Henry Gaines CLARKE was born in South Carolina on September 15, 1817 or 1818, and died August 24, 1907. Nancy Frances RAY CLARKE was born in South Carolina on January 22, 1822, and died September 13, 1858. They were married in Meriwether County on December 1, 1838. Henry Gaines CLARKE was the son of Samuel Thomas CLARKE, said to have been born August 5, 1774, and to have moved to Cherokee County from South Carolina in about 1824, and Rebecca MASTERS CLARKE, said to have been originally from near Richmond, Va.  Nancy Frances RAY CLARKE was the daughter of George Austin RAY and Linda (Malinda?) McCLAIN RAY of Meriwether County. The siblings of Susan CLARKE BUTLER were Martha Ann ('Sis") CLARKE, Rebecca ("Becky") CLARKE EDWARDS, Samuel Thomas ("Tom") CLARKE, Tom's twin brother George Austin ("Aus") CLARKE, William James ("Billy") CLARKE, Nancy Jane CLARKE ESTES, Frances ("Fannie") CLARKE LAMBERT, Henry Billington ("Manny") CLARKE, Warren Brantley ("Buddy") CLARKE, and Savannah CLARKE (died at age 4). I have a little information about each of these.  Franklin Marion BUTLER, who enlisted in the Confederate Army with Company E, 20th Georgia Volunteer Infantry, in 1861, lost a leg at the Battle of Southern Pines outside Richmond early in the War.  He died October 2, 1889 (?). His wife, Susan CLARKE BUTLER died in Carrollton, Ga., June 7, ??, and is buried at Rocky Mount, Meriwether County. If you have any information on the BUTLER, CLARKE, RAY, or McCLAIN or McLain(e)] families of Meriwether or Carroll Counties, please let me hear from you. Thanks. 
Marion Tyus Butler, Jr.
Post Office Box 2139
Savannah, GA  31402-2139
912-644-5736
March 19

Would appreciate any information that anyone has on the James P. SPIVEY that lived in the Wooster Community of Meriwether County early 1800 period.
Don
March 23

WALKER, SMITH, SULLIVAN, BLOUNT, HUGELEY:
Researching the surnames listed in Meriwether Co. around Zebulon, Neal, Greenville and Oakland. Happy to share and exchange all information.
Diane Allen Cooper
March 26

Trying desperately to find anything on David B. LAWSON, son Thomas, wives, Louisa Belle, Mary Dean. Any help on any Lawson appreciated. Thanks.
Betty L. Nelson
April 2

I am searching my ancesters with the surname of SIMPLER, who lived in and around the Rocky Mount area between 1830 thru 1860. Especially Elany, William and Anderson. Any information would be greatly appreciated.
Jack Gregory
April 5

Greetings: I am compiling information for a book entitled: "Bibliography of Civil War Manuscripts in the state of Georgia."  This book will list and briefly describe all Civil War manuscript collections held by organizations in this state.  Due to the large number of such organizations, I cannot visit them all.  I need a couple of volunteers to help me with Meriwether County.  The task involves visiting local libraries and museums to check and see if they have any unpublished Civil War era letters or diaries.  After that a brief description of the item is all I need.  In most cases this entire process can be completed in an hour or two.  All volunteers will be credited for their work in the foreword of the book.  This work will be of great importance to historians and genealogist all across the nation.  If you would like to help me, please contact me.
David Slay
April 5

I am researching an individual by the name of Andrew Bowen, age 31, wife Sarah, age 27, James age 3, and Lucinda age 2. Any information will greatly be appreciated. Thank you,
Cory Bowen
April 9

Am interested in any information concerning Dave Woodard, Minnie Woodard or Emerson Jackson, Sr., all of Odessadale. These are my great grandparents. Thank you.
blewis9424@aol.com
April 13

I am searching for information on Mary BAKER who was living in Warm Springs in the household of William BAKER in 1860 at the age of 79. It is likely she is buried there.  Any information would be appreciated.
Rebecca Brown
April 14

Looking for: Littleberry Bertram BROWN, b. 1880 Woodbury, GA. James W.Y. BROWN, b. 1849, m. Martha BAGWELL. William BROWN m. Mary Ann OWENS.
Magnoliacarolyn@aol.com
April 15

MITCHAM/MEACHAM, MCCLENDON, ATKINSON, WHITE, ARRINGTON, WILLIAMS, HOWARD, LESLIE/LESLEY, BOWDEN----I have written a book on early ancestors in Meriwether County and am now trying to update--- if you have any info on these families---please let me know.
HSchroe976@aol.com
April 20

I would greatly appreciate it if anyone could help me with ANY information on William D. Dunn, born Apil 11, 1820 in possibily either NC or SC.  He married Melinda E. Walton Jan. 21, 1849 in Meriwether Co. GA.  He was supposed to have served as a "baliff" in Meriwether Co. William & Melinda had 6 sons.  The 1st three were born in Meriwether Co. and the last three in Talapoosa Co. AL.  Their sons were James T., William Nathan, David Franklin, Columbus M., John W., and Leonidus Mitchell.  I have been searching for the parents, brother, sisters of William for several  years.  Dunn was my maiden name. I would really like to be able to trace this line back. I would be glad to receive any small amount of info as it might just help solve this puzzle.  Thanks,
Gloria
April 20

Confederate Soldiers Monument: Looking for anyone who might know what happening to the Confederate Soldiers Monument put up by the UDC at the Meriwether County Courthouse in Greenville in the 1890's. If you know what happened to it please contact Echols Guards Camp1711, PO Box 162, Warm Springs, GA 31830 or email
Terry Rumph
Thank you.
April 21

Isaac Roberts b a 1783 Va. d aft 19 Jun 1860 probably Russell Co. Al. He was in Meriwether Co. 1850 with two sons. Before that he was in Greene Co. Ga. Joshua Cannon was also in both areas. He was born 10 Jun 1795 SC, married  24 Jun 1819 Elizabeth Williamson Harris, He died 6 Jun 1868 Terrell Co. Ga. Mary Carolyn Virginia Cannon, dtr. of Joshua, was born 8 May 1826 Greene Co. Ga. married 31 Mar 1844 Meriwether Co. Ga. George E.B.B. Roberts born 10 Mar 1820 Greene Co. Ga. died 2 Oct 1908 Terrell Co. Ga. MCV died 21 Jul 1895 Dawson, Terrell, Ga. Joshua Cannon's bible proves MCV. Does anyone have proof on the children of Isaac and Jane Glen Musgrove?
GerryInGa@juno.com
April 22

I am researching JOSEPH LEONARD BOOKER. He had an identical twin brother named William and he was married to Willie Bee Woodruff Booker. All 3 of these people are buried at the Baptist church in St. Marks Ga. This church is located on the road that comes to a crossroad that has an old store located on one corner. I believe this store was once owned by the brother of Willie Bee. They lived in the white house on the left side of the church before moving later to Grantville, Ga.
Ramtrux@aol.com
April 24

Family records show my great-grandparents were members of the OLD BETHEL METHODIST CHURCH  near Concord, Georgia.  My Great-Grandmother,  MARY GRACE KEY  joined the church 7 -10-1884. She married my grandfather,  WALTER COLUMBUS BROOKS,  presumably at this church  on 9-22-1886. Can anyone tell me whether this church is still in existence?  If so, where it is located and if there are marriage/birth/death records perhaps still held by it? Sincerely,
Bonnie J. Williams
PO Box 2254
Wimberley, Tx  78676
April 24

I'm  looking for any information on Oran Woodruff, who married a Lana ? in Merriwether co. approx 1855. Later he married a Susan Staples. With Lana he had two sons and a daughter,Joseph Brown ,Albert (bunk),and Pattie, Jo Brown was my blood line he married Carolyn Phillips in Coweta co.
Frank Wooten
May 3

Any info on BARTOW CARTER  would be appreciated.  First name may have been SAMUEL.  He was my wife's  great-grandfather.
Oneill Pollingue
May 5

Searching for descendants of Stephen Williams. Robert Williams was m to Martha Slaughter in Meriweather Co. 7 Mar 1849. In 1850 he was found living in the household of Stephen Williams and wife Nancy. Children of Stephen & Nancy: Cinthia A. (age l4 in 1860) b. SC; Mary E. (was 10 in 1860 b. SC), John (27 in 1860, b SC), James (25 in 1860 b SC.). Robert Newton Williams was also living in house hold with wife Martha and a small child. Trying to prove that Robert Newton Williams is son of Stephen. Stephen & Nancy are buried at  Flat Rock Primitive Baptist Church.   Stephen d 1897 and Nancy 1882. Have been searching for this family for 20 years. Please e-mail if you know anything at all.
James Cullen Williams
Fla.
May 15

I am seeking contact with anyone that possesses a photo/image of Colonel William Terrel Harris (1829-1863) of Meriwether County. A copy is needed for my upcoming book, "Georgia At Gettysburg". In command of the 2nd Georgia Vol. Infantry, Col. Harris was killed in battle at Gettysburg, Pa., July 2, 1863. He was buried at Linwood Cemetery in Columbus. I will be happy to pay for the cost of a copy, postage, etc. Proper credit to the donor will be given in my book.
Greg C. White
3101 Mills Ridge Drive
Canton, GA 30114
May 13

Seeking descendants of John Wesley Park (1832-1905) and Sarah Amanda Innocence White (1839-1870) of Meriwether County. They were married November 12, 1857 in Sumter County, GA before moving to Greenville. Their known children were : Harry (c.1860-1862), Mary L. (c.1864- ?) and Charles Lee (1868-1906).John later remarried and is buried with his second wife at Riverside Cemetery in Macon. Sarah, along with child Harry, is buried at the Greenville Cemetery.
Greg C. White
3101 Mills Ridge Drive
Canton, GA 30114
May 13

Searching for information about Stanley CREWS, b.1791, GA. and wife, Nancy, b. 1810-1820, listed in Meriwether Co. 1850 census with seven children. Particularly interested in son James, b. about 1833. Thanks.
Jo Ann Crews
May 14

Looking for further information about John M. WATSON who married Margaret E. WHEELIS 09 Mar 1843 in Meriwether Co.  Have not located them in the 1850 Census.  She is head of household in 1860 Census in Meriwether Co. with seven children William b. 1845, Thomas b. 1847, John b. 1848, James b. 1850, Rebecca b.1852, Sarah b 1855, and Margaret b. 1856.  Margaret and the children move to Arkansas by 1870, but what happened to John?  Where was he from.  Any information about him would be appreciated.  He is my brick wall, and our surname is Watson. E-mail or snail mail.  Thanks
Patti Watson
2075 A Street
Craig, CO 81625
May 30

I am looking for anything on Flat Shoals, GA in Meriwether Co.  My GGrandparents, John S. Brown Jr. and his father John S. Brown and wife, Jennie Thomas, lived there and were on the 1860 census.  I think John Sr. was born in NC or SC as was Jennie Thomas.  If anyone has any info, please email me. Thanks.
Debra Brown
June 5

Looking for information about James M. and Elizabeth Russell CREWS, circa 1830-1900, Also any of their children including Harriet (Hattie); Martha (Mattie) who married Jessie MCRAE; Lucy, who married L. B. ANDERSON of Shiloh; Thomas C.; and William T., who married Willie STEVENSON. Thanks.
J. Crews
June 9

My great grandfather, Freeman Blount WALKER, had a younger brother named John A. (Johnny) WALKER, son of Henry H. WALKER and Perlina Pauline BLOUNT. John was born in 1875 in Dadesville, Al. but when Perlina died in April 1877, Henry moved the family back to Meriwether Co. (to Oakland).  We have lost track of John about 1900.  Looking for any information on this person and descendants. HELP!!
Marsha Faulk
June 10

My great grandfather John Robert LONGINO married Mary F. BOYD in Meriwether County December 21, 1871. They had two children - Vance Boyd LONGINO and Lena LONGINO. Mary died about 1876. I am trying to find who her parents were and where she is buried. Does anyone have information about the LONGINO family or about Mary F. Boyd?
Gay Dasher
June 11

Looking for any information on Martin Vanburen Cardin/Carden born in Meriwether County on March 26,1840.
Vernon Cardin
June 15

Would like information on Cooper Smith or Rube Smith from Meriwether County. Lived in Hogansville. Rube would have been Cooper's son.
Kristie Smith
June 16

I'm looking for information on Geroge Washington CALDWELL.  The following is what I know:  born in Newberry, SC in 1796, married Catherine SLOAN in 1817, had seven children (James Richard, John Dixon, Abigail, Nancy, Barbara Ann, Elizabeth Catherine, Geroge Robert), all children were born in Newberry, SC, but appear in the 1850 Meriwether County census. What I don't know is who was George Washington's Father and Mother. Any info would be appreciated.
Dane Caldwell
June 20

I am searching for the second wife of GEORGE KARR. George is in Meriwether Co., Ga. in 1860 having moved from Coweta.  By 1870 he is in Fulton Co., Ga. with new wife Catherine Unknown and their two sons Stonewall Jackson Karr b. Dec. 1865 and Sherman Karr b. 1867.  In the census of 1870 Catherine Unknown is listed as 30 yrs old.  There are three other children listed William age 13, Nancy age 8 and Georgianne age 7.  I believe these are the children of Catherine from a revious marriage.  If anyone has any information on Catherine or her children please e-mail me. Thanks,
Shirley
June 24

I am needing anyone who will do a lookup for an obit in Meriwether Co. I am searching for the obit for Louella Cloud  died 1-23-1925. This is my ggrandmother. We are desperate for any info on her. Thank you.
Stef in OK
June 27

I am looking for information on Azariah Magouyrk/Magouirk who resided in Meriwether County.  He is listed on 1840 and 1850 Census. His wife was Sarah.  He later moved to Coosa County, Alabama.  I am trying to find his father and siblings. The 1850 census lists children Elizabeth, William, Mary C., Sarah J., John, Francis & Bethina.  ny leads would be appreciated.
Rhondamgoode@aol.com
June 27

My great great grandfather, James W. MOON, and wife, Mary DRAKE Moon, lived in Greenville, Meriwether, GA in 1870 census. They lived in Greenville district in census of 1870 and he was a shoemaker. They moved in 1879-1880 time frame to Girard, Russell, AL. One of his sons, Nathaniel M. Crawford Moon and wife, Emily Reynolds Moon, lived in Luthersville, Meriwether, GA in same census of 1870. They moved also prior to census of 1880 to Waverly Hall, Harris, GA and was a farmer. James W. Moon and Mary Drake Moon were members of Pleasant Grove Methodist Church in TROUP (LaGrange), GA in 1868, but moved membership in 1869-1870. I noticed that the FIRST METHODIST CHURCH of Luthersville was started in 1870, perhaps explaining why they moved membership from Pleasant Grove Methodist in LaGrange. I would like to know if anyone knows anything about early members of the FIRST METHODIST Church in Luthersville, Meriwether, GA and specifically, James W. Moon or Mary Drake Moon or Nathaniel M. Crawford (N.M.C.) Moon or wife Emily Reynolds Moon. Thanks in advance for any information you might pass along to me.
Henry C. Moon (Charlotte, NC)
June 30

I am looking for information about the HOPSONS who lived in Meriwether County, particularly ALEXANDER HOPSON born about 1843.  Thank you.
pollyb
July 3

I am trying to locate additional info on Abner Durham [and his parents/siblings], who was listed as an "Early settler of Meriwether Co. according to George White, author of STATISTICS OF GEORGIA, and Georgia historian Lucian L. Knight."  All I have is the 1850 Meriwether Co., GA census.
Thank you,
Bobbie
July 11

I am seeking information about Thomas Barnes b. CT in 1780. Married Nancy Cunningham in Wilkes or Jackson Counties. Wife Nancy died in 1838. Barnes lived in Meriwether County in 1850 according to the census of that year. His only daughter lived with him. She was the wife of Asa Reeves. She was Sara Elizabeth Barnes. His son William Cunningham, brother of Sara Elizabeth Barnes Reeves was living with his family in Coosa County, Alabama in 1850. Thomas Barnes died in 1853 and apparently did not have a will or one that I can locate. Would have had an administration of his estate? His heirs would be the above named son and daughter. Any information about these family members will be eagerly and gratefully received. Thank you.
Bill Barnes
July 18

OWENS. Seeking information on CAROLINE OWENS, b. abt 1847, listed in 1850 and 1860 Meriwether County census as daughter of John L. and Eliza OWENS. A Caroline OWENS married William J. FOWLER in Meriwether County on Dec. 22, 1866 (Meriwether County Marriage Book C, page 10). Trying to find out of this Caroline OWENS is the same person as "Lucy" or "Lula" OWENS married to William J. FOWLER, with one son, OSCAR FOWLER, age 2, in the 1870 Campbell County census, living in Campbellton District which would be out near the Chattahoochee River. Also want to know if this is same person as "L.C. FOWLER, born Jan. 1, 1847, died Jan. 30, 1886" engraved on tombstone in Ranburne Baptist Church cemetery, Cleburne County, Alabama. This would be my great-grandmother. Any leads/help appreciated. I have information on her husband, in-laws, children, grandchildren, etc. which I will gladly share. Many thanks...
Judy Fowler Kilgore
Newnan, GA
July 21

I am searching for information on sutton family in meriweather co. around 1832. That  is the year my ggggrandmother elizabeth agnes sutton was born. She married benjamen zacariah pounds in eiher meriweather or troup co. 10 april 1845. She moved with her family to chambers co. ala.before 1847. I would appreciate any help someone might offer on her parents,siblings and background. Thanks so much.
dddavis
July 24

I am seking for information on the Cousin family who lived in Meriwether County around 1800-1900. I am so excited about getting started. I would like to begin with Richard Henry Cousin. He is listed in the 1860 Cesus as owning thirty-four slaves. I have tried to find that list of slaves but have not find a listing thus for. It would be a great help if you could find some history on this person. I believe his family left Amelia County Virginia, and came to Meriwether County. Any information would be of help.
PremierChruch2
July 28

I am looking for persons with the Sur-name of Meriwether that was serving in the Civil War.
Thomas Meriwether
July 31

I have been told that my HUTCHINSON came from Meriwether County.  I can remember coming to see an aunt when I was young. Ms. MANN and a Mr. FOWLER. I  would like to see if these names are remembered and if anyone knows where they are buried. Thanks,
Tricia
Aug. 7

I'm looking for any information on the JOHNSON family of Manchester. I don't have much to go by...just that Thomas Johnson married Maidee Lynch in the 1930s.
Samuel Johnson
Aug. 13

COOPER, EVANS--I am looking for any information on Thomas P. COOPER who married W. E.  EVANS on August 25, 1887 in Meriweather Co. If anyone has any information on either of these I would appreciate it.  Thomas and W. had 2 girls one I know is Alma Cooper.
Thelma Smith
Aug. 23

I am researching HUNTER family in Meriwether Co. GA. I am looking for info on Martha HUNTER who received land in the 1827 lottery drawing.
Roy Hunter
Aug. 26

Thomas Jefferson Woods was my gg-grandfather, b. 11/1841.  His father was Merit Woods and his mother was Nancy Jeffries/Jeffreys.  His siblings were Jeremiah, b. 1821, Liser, Andrew Jackson, Willis, Wiley,  Miles, Mary,  Matilda, Lydia Ann, Martha Jane, Francis Marion, Anderson Merit & Frances Elizabeth.  Some of these were born to ? Gardner, may be Nancy also. Would like to correspondend with anyone related to his line for additional information.  Have info to share. Other last names assoicated are Beggs, Cotten, Nichols, Lewis, Ryan.
Sharia Henley
Sept. 2

I am seeking information on GEORGIE ANN EUBANKS/EUBANK born in Meriwether Co., September 30, 1860-1861. She married Zachariah Taylor Farley also of Meriwether Co. Any information on her parents and/or siblings will be greatly appreciated.
Barbara Cockrum
Sept. 13

Found in 1850 census p. 386A, lines 32-35
Slack, John W., 25, M, Teacher, GA
Susan A.E., 21, F, GA
Eugine S., 5, M, GA
Fanny, 2, F, GA
Know of anyone tied to this family? Ancestors/descendents?
Frank Medio
(281) 589-2698
Sept. 25

My Mom grew up in Meriwether County in St. Marks. Recently while going thru her snapshots I found a picture of a young girl and on the back of the picture was written "To Ruby Booker from Annie Merle Humphries." Does anyone know the Humphries family? Please e-mail me.  The girl in the picture looks about 16 and has an umbrella. I know their are Humphries buried at Union Baptist Church where most of my Mom's family (Woodruffs) are.
Ramtrux@aol.com
Sept. 27

Looking for information on Morgan Hampton Fowler and Martha Ann Brown in Meriwether Co. I'm guessing he was born in the 1850's and died between 1924-28. Possible his father was Hampton Fowler and mother Balzora? Morgan is my g-grandfather and I would like to know where he and his parents are buried plus any other information . Trying to find out so I can tell one of his grandchildren where he is buried and let her see the grave before her vision gets worse. Appreciate any help.
J. W.
Oct. 3

Looking for information on a Gracie Eaves Malone and a John Malone living in Meriwether County in 1850. Can anyone help?
Elaine Eaves Cox 
Oct. 5

Recently I have been trying to get information on my father's Family.  I am a 43 year old African American who is in search of answers to my past.  I currently live in Los Angeles, California.  I moved here in 1966 with my mother who is now 86 years old.  This is the information that she gave me about my father's family. My grand father's name was Rufus MCCRARY and he was married to Essie (unsure of spelling.  He had a least two sons, Wiliie James MCCRARY and Ernest MCCRARY and a daughter Clara MCCRARY who had two daughters, one was named Penny.  Bernard, Ronnie, and Dwight, MCCRARY are the sons of Earnest MCCRARY and Mozelle. I also believe that Willie James had a son named Nathaniel MCCRARY. I strongly believe that they are from the Meriwether County area.  If anyone can provide me with any information with regards to the African American MCCRARYs, I would greatly appreciate the information. Sincerely,
Chas S. Taylor-Mc Crary
Oct. 9
Note: On Oct. 23 Charles sent this additional message:
I recently obtained information that my Father Willie James MCCRARY my grandfather Rufus MCCRARY and grandmother Essie MCCRARY are interred in Gay, Georgia.   I strongly believe that they are from the Meriwether County area.  If anyone can provide me with any information to the cemeteries in Gay, Georgia with regards to where they may be interred , I would greatly appreciate a message.
 
THORNTON! This is a query about Census Data. Please help me find a source for determining which Towns or Townships were a part of Supervisory District 4, Enumeration District 81 in Meriwether County as of the 1880 Census. My gggggrandfather (BURDONG THORNTON) lived in Meriwether County for more than 40 years and died shortly after the Census in this Enumeration District and I'm searching for any available death records.I can only rely on other's genealogical expertise at this point.I have inquired with many other resources so far, but no response. Surely someone can give me a lead on this. Any help would be greatly appreciated!                
Michael Johnson
Oct. 10

I am looking for information on my maternal great Grandparents, James Crews, who married Mollie E. L. Todd, they lived in Douglas County in 1879-1893, when my great grandmother passed away at the age of 29.  I have found in Meriwether Co., GA, land deed for Mary E. Crews, who appeared to be a Grasham before her marriage.  Mollie Todd Crews' mother was Mrs. Mary E. Todd (husband unknown) and on the Douglas County land deed she stated she was from Coweta.  But I found a church cemetery on 362 Hwy with Todd & Crews in it.  And my uncle Alvin Crews said they had an aunt Lockey.  In the cemetery that I found is a Lockey Todd.  Do you know any think about any of this family?  I have been at a dead end for over five years.  My granddaddy Joseph P. Crews, and his brothers, Mike & Emmett & sister, Mattie raised themselves after 1893.
Faith K. Wallace,
Griffin, GA
Oct. 19

I am searching for information on my grandparents that resided in Meriwether, Georgia. William STOREY and Irma SMITH. They lived in Manchester. I'm not sure of dates, however it would probably be early 1900's. Any information would greatly be appreciated.
Trisha
Oct. 22

My ancestor, Joshua T. STANFORD, resided in Meriwether Co., Ga for several years.  He was married to a Susan JONES.  Records that I have indicate he bought and sold several tracts of land in Meriwether Co. and eventually purchased a lot in Carrol Co., Ga.  Joshua T. and Susan had a family.  He became acquainted with a THOMAS family in Meriwether and he and a Nancy THOMAS began a family.  I found no record of marriage disolvement with Susan and no record of marriage with Nancy.  He and Nancy moved to Florida in the latter part of 1840. He is on a census 1850 in Jefferson Co. Florida.  Susan is on the 1850 census in Carroll Co., Ga 1850.  Tax records on her in 1853 but nothing on her after that time. Have information on Stanford family I will share.
Charles M. Stanford 
9106 North Drive
Austin, TX 78753
Oct. 23

Would appreciate any info. on Mary Angelina Carley/Corley who md. James Monroe Andrews Troupe or Merriweather Co.s GA. about 1850. Also anything on Mary's mother Martha Scott Carley. Want to mark her grave in Weldon Cemetery, Bernice, Louisiana as I know exactly where she's bd., but need something for birth and death years. Thank you so very much.   Have very little info. but will share.
Hazel Welch Craig 
Oct. 27

I am looking for the family of Enoch PHILLIPS b. 1828 in Meriweather, GA. He married Susan BEAN in 1850 at "Alexander Bean's by Willie Rowland J.P." (I have a copy of their marriage certificate & a photo of them) Who are their parents?
Steve and Lucy Phillips
Oct. 28

Seeking information about William BARNES who died in Meriwether County, Georgia in 1835.  I believe he was probably the brother of Jordan BARNES, a prominent citizen of Meriwether County, since Jordan was administrator of his estate and guardian of his five children.  I am particularly interested in where William BARNES is from and who his parents are.  Jordan indicated in the 1850 Census that he was born in Virginia.
Michael J. Bonner
Oct. 31

I am seeking information about the following individuals who were born and/or lived in Meriwether County.  Chesley THOMPSON (1851-1902) Melissa STOREY (1851-1930) J L JAMES (1849-1917) Mandy A JAMES (1842-1916) Simpson Green JAMES (1879-?) Mattie Pearl THOMPSON (1880-1951)
Larry Thompson
Nov. 6

I am looking for information on Wiley R.Blount found on the 1850 Meriwether census,by 1880 he and wife Julia were in Randolph County Alabama,were I think they died. Their son Wiley R. Jr born 1853,is listed in the household, he married Sarah Barksdale,both of them died in Randolph County, their daughter Florence is listed in the household of Willie Cook in 1900 as a cousin. Thanks
Linda Ayres
Nov. 7

Looking for more information on the family of Thomas Strickland born about 1813 GA married Lucinda Peeler Oct 10, 1833 in Meriwether County, GA. They were in Randolph County, AL by 1850.
pa-pa@gbis.com
Nov. 12

I would like to communicate with anyone that is researching woodruff of Merriwether,or Coweta co. The names of my ancestors are as follows, Oran,Solomon,Joseph,David and possibly others. Oran was my gggrandfather.hehad a first wife named Lana who bore him three children. They were Jo Brown who is my ggrandfather,Albert Bunk,and a sister Babe which I believe is just a nickname. Jo Brown married Carrie Phillips daughter of Tom Phillips . These were my ggrand parents they had seven children to my knowledge. If anyone wants to communicate with me on the woodruff families of this region please fill free to do so. Race is not a factor as far as I'm concerned so let talk. Thanks in advance
Frank R Wooten
Nov. 15

Am looking for information on the MANES family. Jesse MANES lived in Meriwether Co., had a sister - my great-grandmother -  Katie MANES, born 1866, who married George NELSON from Arkansas. They moved to Crest, GA. The MANES also had a brother, Oscar MANES, who reportedly lived in Tulsa, OK. Possibly also a sister, Missy, who married Charles RHUDY, and had children named Albert, Charles, and Benjamin RHUDY. Any information would be greatly appreciated. Have the NELSON information available.
Stephanie Cain
Nov. 15

My great, great grandfather is: JAMES THOMAS POSEY CHRISTIAN. He is listed in the1850 Meriwether census. I know he was born in Georgia on:  March 4, 1816. I can't find his birth records and therefor can't find his father's name.  I have reason to believe his father was born in VA.  Any help you can give me will be greatly appreciated. Thanks in advance,
Roddy Slaughter
Nov. 27

I am seeking any information on the TODD family of Meriwether County. Specifically I am trying to find ancestors of WILLIAM A. "BILL" TODD born in 1868 and married to EMMA ESTES. They are my grandparents. I have extensive information on the ESTES families of Meriwether County but cannot seem to find any information on the TODDS. The area they lived in was around Wooster
and Rocky Mount. I believe they came from South Carolina one or two generations before my grandfather's birth. My father, LEWIS TODD (1919-1973) was the youngest of twelve children. The others were LUCINDA, ALBERT, WILLIAM HENRY, EARLE, ETHEL, SOLON BYRON (known as "S.B."), CLARK HOWELL (known as "Howell"), KENNETH, FRANK, WILLIAM ARTHUR (known as "W.A."), and LAMAR. Any information will be greatly appreciated and I will gladly share the information I have on The ESTES family.
Les Todd
Dec. 19

Seeking information on daughter of Hiram SHAVOR/SHAVER who married Henry Thomas Harris. The SHAVOR family is supposedly from Meriwether Co. Married Henry Thomas HARRIS whose family is also supposedly from Meriwether Co. Thanks in advance for any help.
John Harris
Dec. 20

Seeking information on Hampton G JAMES 1822-1900 originally from SC and migrated to Meriwether county in the 1840's. He is buried at the Raleigh Methodist church. He was married in the late 1840's to Sarah BARTLEY 1829-1870 and after her death to her sister Harriett FOWLER BARTLEY who had previously been married to Drury FOWLER. Their parents were John BARTLEY 1798-1847 & Hethy (Esther) CORLEY 1798-1846 who were from SC. They came to Meriwether or Harris county about 1840. Hethy is believed to be buried at the Mountain Creek Baptist church in Harris county. Hampton's siblings who also came from SC and his children show up in the Meriwether census from 1850 through 1900 mostly appearing in the Raleigh and Warnersville areas.
Larry Thompson
Dec. 20

Seeking information on M. Amanda TEMPLE 1842-1916. TEMPLE is the name from her first marriage to either B.F. or John F. TEMPLE in 1859 in Shelby county Ala. He died in 1865 in Maryland while a civil war POW. She married John L. JAMES 1850-1917, the son Of Hampton G JAMES, in Meriwether county on 28 Feb 1872. She appears in the 1870 Meriwether census in Chalybeath Springs living alone with her two children Elizabeth and Thomas. It is possible she came to this area after the death of her first husband to be near relatives. In the 1900 census she appears in the Warnersville area with John L  and their children.
Larry Thompson
Dec. 21

Would like information on my great grandmother. Hattie C. WILLIAMS married John Peavy. Born January 21, 1852  Died May 09, 1921 Based on land records of Meriwether Co., GA.  Hattie Williams Peavy purchased or received and sold land in Meriwether Co., GA from March 24, 1894 through Dec 24, 1897.  Mrs. Hattie C. Peavy purchased/received 305 acres from C. W. Williams.  (Was this her father or a brother maybe??? 1860 census Father C.W. Williams b.abt.1815- Mother Angeline b. abt 1820 sisters 1.Eudora "Dora" Williams-born 1848 married David Pope a child named Effie 2. Sallie A. Williams b. 1843  3. Virginia C. Williams b 1846  4.Fannie C. Williams b.1855. Thanks
Hudson Meacham
Dec. 23

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