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Henry Watson searching for his uncle Andy Terrill
The Elevator (San Francisco, CA)
December 29, 1871
Of Andy Terrill, who came to California
in 1849, and is now supposed to be residing in
this State. Any information of his present
residence will be thankfully received by his
nephew, Henry Watson, of Cheyenne, Wyoming
Territory. Address to him or P.A. Bell,
ELEVATOR Office, San Francisco.
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Ellen Hurst searching for her daughter Mary
The Elevator (San Francisco, CA)
May 11, 1872
Mrs. Ellen Hurst wishes to ascertain the
whereabouts of her Mary Hurst,
who left Denver for California more than a
year ago. Please address the Editor of this
paper. [jl28
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Mary C. Stewart searching for her father William W. Wheeler
The Elevator (San Francisco, CA)
December 20, 1873
Mrs. Mary C. Stewart of Georgetown, El Dorado
County, California wishes information of her
father, William W. Wheeler. When last heard from
about three years ago, he was residing in Victoria,
B.C. If this should meet his eye he will please
write as above, or any one knowing his present residence
will oblige his daughter by communicating…
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Elizabeth Powell searching for her father Sam Moseley, mother Elizabeth, and siblings Harry, Amos, Isaac, Rebecca, and Lucretia
The Elevator (San Francisco, CA)
May 27, 1870
INFORMATION WANTED.
Miss Elizabeth Powell of Sacramento,
wishes information of her relatives,
consisting of her father, mother, three
brothers, and two sisters. Her father's
name was Sam Mosley; he was owned
by a man named Joe. Powell, who
lived in Kentucky at a place called
Amandy, Furnace, about two miles
from Ohio River.…
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Thomas Grover searching for a man he called Uncle Moody
The Elevator (San Francisco, CA)
April 25, 1874
INFORMATION WANTED
Of a colored man called Uncle Moody.
He came to California from Lafayette county,
Missouri, with his master, Henry Cole, and
resided for some time in this city. He returned
to Missouri about the year 1857, and
purchased his wife named Sylvia and young
child. He went to Missouri again before the
war, and purchased…
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James Williams searching for his brother-in-law John Archer
The Elevator (San Francisco, CA)
October 17, 1874
INFORMATION WANTED
Of John Archer, brother-in-law of James
Williams of Brooklyn, N. Y., when last
heard from in March or April 1874, he was in
this city, and promised to write soon. Any
information will be thankfully received by
Mr. Williams No. 52 Bainbridge Street, N.
Y., or at this office.
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Henry Hall searching for his brother Nathaniel Hall
The Elevator (San Francisco, CA)
November 8, 1873
INFORMATION WANTED.
Of Nathaniel Hall, born in Crawfordsville,
Montgomery county, Indiana. He
is about 6 feet, 2 inches tall, his brother Henry
Hall would like very much to hear from him, or any
one knowing where is will oblige by sending such
information to Henry Hall, Niles, Michigan. (Western
papers please copy.)
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Jane Stokes searching for her mother Mrs. Harriet Cooley and her children
The Elevator (San Francisco, CA)
June 25, 1869
INFORMATION WANTED.
By Mrs. Jane Stokes of New Orleans,
La., of her mother, Mrs. Harriet
Cooley and children, named Mary,
Georgiana, Rebecca, Virginia, Rowley,
James and John; also of Martha
Loomis and her children. Mary and
Frank.
The above parties came to San Francisco
several years ago, and their relatives
in New Orleans…
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Georgiana Gibson searching for her mother Dorcas Barton
The Elevator (San Francisco, CA)
December 31, 1869
INFORMATION WANTED.
By Mrs. Georgiana Gibson formerly
Barton, wishes to learn the whereabouts
of her mother Mrs. Dorcas Barton,
who when last heard from resided
at Willow Springs, near Baltimore, Md.
Please address Mrs. Gibson in care of
P. A. Bell, ELEVATOR Office.
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Jane A. Jackson searching for her niece Louisa Alexander Thomas
The Elevator (San Francisco, CA)
May 23, 1869
INFORMATION WANTED
Of Mrs. Louisa Alexander Thomas.
When last heard she resided at No. 43,
Wooster Street, New York. Any person
knowing the present residence of
Mrs. Thomas, will please write to her
aunt, Mrs. Jane A. Jackson, of Carson
City, Nev., care of P.A. Bell, Editor
ELEVATOR, San Francisco. (Zion's Standard
please copy -…
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Burton Isom searching for his brother Robert Isom
The Elevator (San Francisco, CA)
July 5, 1868
INFORMATION WANTED
OF ROBERT ISOM, formerly of Frederick
town, Madison county, Missouri. Any person
knowing the present residence of said Robert
will please inform his brother, BURTON ISOM,
and they will be liberally rewarded for their
trouble. Barton Isom expects to go home this
Fall, and is anxious to see his brother.
Direct to…
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Unidentified mother searching for her son James Marriot
The Elevator (San Francisco, CA)
June 14, 1870
[Republican Maryville, Tenn., copy
one month, and charge to ELEVATOR.]
Of JAMES MARRIOT, a native of Jamaica,
W.I., when last heard from
about 5 years ago, he was residing in
Virginia City, Nevada. His mother is
now in this city, and wishes to hear
from him. If this meets his eye, he
will please write in care of P.A. Bell,…
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Martha Ann Goff searching for her father William Goff
The Elevator (San Francisco, CA)
October 15, 1869
INFORMATION WANTED.
Of William Goff, who when last
heard from resided in Dogtown. Any
information of his present residence
will be thankfully received by his
daughter, Martha Ann Goff, Salem, On.
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Sarah Johnson searching for her son Wm. Henry Wilson
The Elevator (San Francisco, CA)
May 4, 1869
INFORMATION WANTED.
Of a boy named Wm. Henry Wilson,
of dark complexion, and very near
sighted. he is from Niagara Falls, N.
Y. [N. Y.], and came to California with a gen-
tlemen [gentlemen]named Fawcett to reside in San
Francisco. Any information regarding
him will be thankfully received by his
mother Sarah Johnson. Direct to P. A.…
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George W. Dennis and relatives searching for brothers Andrew and Richard Dennis
The Elevator (San Francisco, CA)
May 30, 1865
Information Wanted,
OF ANDREW DENNIS and RICHARD DENNIS,
generally called Dick. When last heard
from, some six years ago, they resided in Coweeche
County, Georgia.
It is supposed they joined the Union army.
Their mother, brother, George W. Dennis, and
sister, Cecelia, are residing in San Francisco, and
wish information respecting…
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Lucy Peterson searching for her sister Sarah Wright
The Elevator (San Francisco, CA)
October 15, 1869
INFORMATION WANTED.
Of Sarah Wright formerly known as
Sarah Curry. She was brought up by
Minity Curry of John Devoe's family
in Savannah, Georgia. Her sister
(generally called Lucy in Savannah,
after her godmother, Lucy Johnson)
wishes to hear from her. Any information
directed to Mrs. Peterson in care
of P. A. Bell, editor…
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Unidentified man searching for his father Alfred Turner
The Elevator (San Francisco, CA)
July 8, 1870
Of Alfred Turner, who came to this
State about 15 years ago, and has resided
in this city. He was originally
from Marshal Co., Mississippi. Any information
of the above named person,
will be thankfully received by his son,
who is now residing in the State of
New York. Address P.A. Bell, Editor
ELEVATOR.
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Isaac Moore searching for his father Abraham and mother Tomer
The Elevator (San Francisco, CA)
December 29,1871
INFORMATION WANTED.
By Isaac Moore of his parents and relatives.
He was born in Clay County, Missouri, about
12 miles north-east of a small town called
Liberty. His father's name was Abraham,
he belonged to a man named Joel Moore. His
mother's name was Tomer, she first belonged
to a man named Mike Wellton,
who sold her to Dave…
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Mrs. Potter searching for her father Jos. C. Chase
The Elevator (San Francisco, CA)
May 4, 1869
INFORMATION WANTED.
Mrs. Potter of New York, wishes to
obtain information of her father, Jos.
C. Chase. When last heard from he
was residing at Sutterville, it is believed
with Captain Herron. Any information
of the present residence of Mr.
Chase sent to the editor of this paper
will be communicated to Mrs. Potter.
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Margaret Stone searching for her son Benjamin
The Elevator (San Francisco, CA)
December 4, 1868
IINFORMATION WANTED.
MRS. MARGARET STONE of Highlands,
New York, wishes to obtain
information of her son BENJAMIN
STONE, who when last heard from was
in California. Any person knowing said
Benjamin Stone, or his present residence,
will please inform the Editor of this
Paper, or address, Mrs. Margaret Stone,
care of J.W. Weeks,…
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James Brodis searching for his siblings Edward and Harriet Brodis
The Elevator (San Francisco, CA)
November 6, 1868
INFORMATION WANTED.
OF EDWARD and HARRIET BRODIS, formerly
of Howard County, Missouri. When
last heard of, they were in Mariposa County, California.
Any person knowing their present whereabouts
will confer a favor by communicating the
same to P. A. BELL, Editor of the "Elevator,"
or to their brother, JAMES BRODIS, Watsonville,…
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J. P. Dyer searching for his sister Ann Maria Blake
The Elevator (San Francisco, CA)
October 2, 1868
INFORMATION WANTED
OF MRS. ANN MARIA BLAKE, sister of Mr.
J. P. Dyer, of this city. When last heard
from she was residing in NewPort, R. I. If this
meets her notice she will please write to her brother,
care of P. A. Bell, Editor of the ELEVATOR,
San Francisco. oct2
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F. R. Williams searching for Mrs. Sarah Washington or Miss Rosetta Jurdon
The Elevator (San Francisco, CA)
August 21, 1868
NEW ADVERTISEMENTS
INFORMATION WANTED
OF MRS. SARAH WASHINGTON or MISS
ROSETTA JURDON, formerly of Newford
Virginia. Any person knowing the present residence
of Sarah Washington or Rosetta Jurdon
will please inform F. R. WILLIAMS, Smartsville,
Yuba county, California, and they will be liberally
rewarded for their trouble. au21-tf
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John Anderson searching for Mrs. Allen
The Elevator (San Francisco, CA)
June 12, 1868
Information Wanted
OF MRS. ALLEN, wife of HENRY ALLEN,
formerly of Nashville, Tenn. Any person
possessing information of said Mrs. Allen, or any
of her children, will please communicate with
JOHN ANDERSON, Cariboo, B. C., care of P.A.
Bell, editor Elevator, San Francisco.
"Maryville (Tenn.) Republican" please
copy, and send bill to…
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Joseph C. Stevens searching for his brother Curtis Stevens
The Elevator (San Francisco, CA)
January 24, 1868
Information Wanted
OF CURTIS STEVENS, formerly of Petersburg,
Virginia. His brother, JOSEPH C.
STEVENS, now residing in West Chester, Pennsylvania,
is very anxious to hear from him. Any information
will be thankfully received by WM. R.
DORSY of this city, or the editor of this paper.
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