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$25.00 REWARDI Wish to Find my Mother.Her name was Julia Crincher, her father's name was Kit Crincher. She belonged to a man named Dr. wm. Ha-rris [Harris] of Nottoway Co., Va. He sold her while I was a baby I think west of Not-toway [Nottoway] county.I will give $25.00 reward to any one who will find her alive for me. Otherpapers please copy.Yours very Respectfully,JAS. TUCKER,Fort Griffin, Tex.. Box 35.
A Correction.
DEAR EDITOR—I saw the advertisement for my brother Calvin, for which I am thankful, but please correct one mistake. The place is Shreveport, Texas. D. D. ALSTON.
A Family Reconstructed Our readers recollect the Notice to the Friends of Humanity, on behalf of Mr. W. Ambrose, of Chicago, then in search for his mother, brothers and sisters, which appeared a few days ago in our columns. The following letter, conveying the glad tiding of the reunion of all the members of the family, will be read with uncommon interest: AUGUST 30, 1865. New Orleans Tribune: I have the pleasure to inform you that Mr. Ambrose Brackens has found his family, including his mother and all her childrens, nine in number, besides sundry new relatives, who by marriage have joined the house of his kindred in their long separation. Mr. Ambrose desires me to thank you in his name for your kindness; which, owing to his leaving for Chicago to-day, he is unable to acknowledge in person as he wished to do. He found his kinsfolks about seventy miles up the Jackson Railroad, in quite a destitute condition, but alive and at work. Brackens, the old master is dead. Mrs. Brackens begged him, her former slave, to take her away to some place of security and plenty. He declined to do so, because Mrs. Brackens had, recently, beaten his old mother until the Prost Marshal had interfered. Upon his mistress, bursting into tears, and exhibiting great distress, Mr. Ambrose gave her some money, and bade her repent and do better!! Mr. Ambrose has provided for the wants of his family, and will soon send for them. The whole story of Mr. Ambrose Brackens will be another chapter in the history of slavery, which history, when written by the colored man himself in the future, will be a contribution to literature, unsurpassed in pathos, incident, daring, fidelity, and endurance in long suffering, and swift and marvellous retribution; and in the almost miraculous redemption of a people from a terrible bondage. Very respectfully, B. RUSH PLUMLY.
A FAMILY REUNION.
HOW AN ESCAPED SLAVE BECAME WEALTHY AND DISCOVERED HIS RELATIVES.
A Chicago paper tells the story of the return to the South of an escaped slave, who had amassed wealth in the North, and recently started on a journey to discover his relatives, whom he found in Louisiana. The story is as follows: "A few years ago, a runaway boy, with his face turned over his shoulder to watch against pursuit, came from the State of Kentucky and slavery to Illinois. He stole away in the night. He stole more than that, for he stole a likely mulatto boy worth a plump thousand dollars. He ignorantly forgot the guards which the Constitution and the laws had set about the sacred institutions of the South. He little reckoned that by his individual act he was swelling the amount of "aggravation," which at its height would induce its possessors to set their end of the national temple on fire. "Ten years from the time when the runaway Kentucky mulatto followed the North star, he began his return journey in broad daylight, in a first class car with his fare paid. The Fugitive Slave law was a forgotten wisp. He journeyed South as leisurely and as much at his ease as the proudest peer of the land, with a full purse and a comfortable bank account to draw upon at home. This slave boy of twelve years ago was now to make a thorough search among the ruins of the fallen prison-house of slavery for the mother and sisters he left behind him in his flight. From that journey he has just returned successful. He visited the lower landings of the Mississippi, patiently followed up every clue he could gain in New Orleans, and at the close of a day's ride a few weeks since, came upon a straggling eastern Louisiana household, and behold, his mother, brothers and sisters stood before him. "The edict of freedom had reached that place, and the freedmen were working by an arrangement with their mistress. The master was dead. He vindictively followed a brother of Mr. Ambrose into the swamps, retook him, but also took cold, lived only to flog him and sell him in Mobile for a haystack of rebel notes, and then turned his face to the wall and died. The whole family were wretchedly poor, and the mistress not too proud to receive a sum of money from her returned runaway. There is but little more to add. Mr. Ambrose, having recovered his family, intends to establish them, at their wish, on a farm near New Madrid, Missouri, according to their preference, although he offered to bring them all to Illinois. It is one of the reunions of families of which there will be many, the fruit of the great manumission."
A Lost Relative. I would like to learn the whereabouts of my brother Henry Mayo. When last heard about he was in Pine Bluff, Ark. Any one knowing his present where- about [whereabouts] will please address THADDEUS MAYO 184 Seymour Ave., Birmingham, Conn Papers please Copy.
A SLAVE'S ROMANCE. Reunited at Eighty with the Husband of Her Youth. A colored woman, bent nearly double with eighty years and a heavy bundle, was seen to board the Cincinnati Mail line packet yesterday afternoon, says the Louisville (Ky.) Post. Approaching the clerk of the boat she slowly untied a knot in the corner of her red bandana handkerchief and produced enough cash to purchase a deck ticket for Cincinnati. The wrinkled and feeble old negress is the heroine of a romance. In antebellum days she was a slave and was owned by a planter near Asheville, N. C. At an early age she was married to a slave of the same master. By him she had several children. Over half a century ago her husband was torn from her and her children and was sold to another planter. The woman continued to work on the North Carolina plantation, and in a short time was again married. Her whole family was then put on the block and sold to a Virginia man. When the emancipation proclamation was promulgated the family took advantage of their freedom and journeyed northward, finally taking up their home in Louisville. The husband died after the close of the war, and the children one by one left their mother to seek their fortunes elsewhere. The mother toiled and labored to make a livelihood. She heard nothing of her first husband until about a month ago, when one of her sons found that the old man was living in Newport, Ky. The old negress journeyed thither and found the husband of her youth. He had also been married the second time and had several children by the second wife. The latter was dead, however, and the reunited couple decided to again live together. The woman returned to Louisville, disposed of her effects, and yesterday afternoon completed the romance of fifty years by returning to her husband.
A Strange Incident.—Six years ago, a young black man in Maryland, tired of being a slave, took advantage of a propitious night, and ran away to Canada. On sending back an occasional message to his aged father, who remained behind in bonds, he found means, for some time, of procuring answers, until at length no more answers came. Then for five years he heard nothing, and neither father nor son knew if the other were alive or dead. A few days ago, a gentleman in a public position in this city received a letter from this dusky Canadian correspondent, asking if there were any possible way of finding out something about his father. This letter was shortly afterwards enclosed to an editor of this paper, and was lying open on his desk, when the office was entered by a stranger from a Border State—an old man with a black face—and no other than the young man's father! So the letter had an unexpected and speedy answer, and by this time the father and son have seen each other face to face! Who shall say that the kind providence of God does not signally favor the poor and the lowly whom men despise?—Independent.
A. Rogers, Crystal Springs, Miss., wants to find Andy Jenkins, who had two sisters in Mississippi; Caroline and Mary Jenkins.
After Thirty-three Years. LAFAYETTE, Ind., Nov 15--An incident transpired here today singularly illustrative of the infamies of the late system of negro slavery in the United States, and of the unholy rebellion that led to its overthrow. George W. Moveety, a respected colored man of our city, was born a slave in Southampton County, Virginia, and in 1853, when in his 23rd year, was taken from his mother and sister and sold on the block to a negro trader, who took George to Mississippi and resold him to a cotton planter. The War came, and before it was over, George ran off, got into the Union lines, and became a soldier for his country and race's liberty. At its close he settled in Indiana, and a few years ago came here. Today he chanced to step into the Wabash Depot, and while there was electrified and almost struck dumb to find his sister, now Mrs. Petrin, and her husband and his old mother, both of whom he had not seen or heard of for a third of a century, and who he supposed were dead. They were en route to Iowa, and by the merest chance they were thus brought face to face as freemen, and not as chattels as in ante-bellum days. The meeting was a happy one, and the two families will soon be permanently together.
An Inquiry Notice.Rev. Cornelius Thompson, once the servant of Dr. Thomas Garnett, who owned the John George farm on the north-east side of Chickahominy swamp in New Kent Co., wishes to find relatives. The farm joining on the south-west side of this swamp be-longing [belonging] to Ned Bradley. He frequent-ly [frequently] visited there, and took unto himself a wife.There were only two colored ladies there, one Annie Elsa and the other Eliza Annie. I was sold by Dr. Garnett and taken to Richmond, Va. This has been about 37 years. He is now residing at Rondeau, On-teria [Onteria].
An Inquiry.Catherine Hill, my sister who was sold by Benjamin Harrison from Jack Shop Madison county. Her mother’s name was Jane, father, Moses Hill. He belonged to James Walker. Address Mrs H. Price 1915- 8th St. Washington, D.C.
An Inquiry.I would like to find the whereabouts of my people, my parents names were William and Betsy Byrd. I had three brothers, Collins, James and Charles Byrd--one sister, Polly Byrd. About twelve years ago my mother lived in the vicinity of the New Market. Any in-formation [information] concerning them will be thankfully received.Very respectfully,PENDLETON BYRD.No. 1030 Cor. Gay and 11th Sta.Portsmouth, O.
An Inquiry.Thomas Coakes is inquiring for his brother, Wm. Coakes, who left Rich-mond [Richmond] in 1867, had served three yrs. in the United States Army and told his mother he had enlisted for three years more and said he was going to write as soon as he got to Texas. He was born in Amelia Co, Va. His owner was Lewis C. Harvey at that time President of Danville R.R.
ANDREW HERN.—I desire to find my son, Andrew Hern. He left here in 1887, head from him three years ago, was then in California, Los An- geles [Angeles] County. Any information will be gladly received by Rebecca Seals, 130 South Third Street, Lafayette, Ind.
ANNIE COMBS.—I wish to find my mother Annie, brother Gus, and sis- ter [sister] Susannah Combs. I last saw them in Enterprise, Miss., in 1860. Any tidings of them, or either of them, will be thankfully received byB. C. Combs, 802 Spring Street, Lit- tle [Little] Rock, Ark.
Any information as to the whereabouts of Margaret Roberts, Zachariah Taylor and John J. Critinton will be thankfully received by the undersigned. When last heard from they were in St. Louis, Mo. Address Jas. Harris, Massillon, Oh.
Any information concerning the whereabouts of Daniel W. Jackson will be thankfully received by his sisters, Mrs. Hattie Pratt, Meadville, Pa., and Mrs. Rebecca Reed, 473 Sterling avenue, Cleveland, O.
Any information of the whereabouts of Fred Tate, who left his home in Zanesville, O., May, 1884, will be thankfully received by his mother, Mrs. Ellen Tate, No.109 Muskingum avenue, Zanesville, Ohio.
Any one knowing the where bouts or anything concerning Adeline and John Matthews, former belonging to Squire Matthews, Gonzales, Tex., and has since sided in Houston, Tex., from [undecipherable] place their mother last heard them. Also Obediah Wilkins who formerly belonged to JqL Harris, of Langston, Ky., will co fer a great favor by writing their mother, Mrs. Julia Christian care T. L. Williams, P. O. Box 33 New Orleans, La.
Any one knowing the whereabouts of Henry Thornton, formerly of Manassas Junction, Va., who was last seen in the spring of 1865, will please address Mrs. L. E. Green, Ashtabula, O.
BETSEY BURR.— Knowledge of the whereabouts or death of Betsey Burr is wanted by her daughter. She mar- ried [married] Hosey Bell, who belonged to Lovett Bell. They left Newburne, S. C., for Memphis, Tenn., about 1840. Address, Eliza Bailes, 129 Nassau street, Brooklyn, N. Y.
Card of Thanks. Rev. M. W. Taylor, Editor of the SOUTHWESTERN―Dear Sir: I am happy to make the acknowledgment to your valuable paper of my success in finding the whereabouts of my relative, Mr. Wm. Page, for which I thank you, and I take great pleasure in recommending the SOUTHWESTERN to every one, as I think it is a paper that should be in every home, and I will do all I can to get it in circulation in this part of the Dominion of Canada. Respectfully yours, MRS. M. P. MCSPADDEN.
Charley M. Walbarrow, of 311 N. Fourth Street, Richmond, Va., left his home June 20, 1913. If any one knows of his whereabouts, kindly notify, ANNIE WALBARROW, 311 N. Fourth Street, Richmond, Va. Money for transportation will be provided.
CHRISTINE DONALDSON—I wish to find Christine Donaldson. Last heard of in Melian, Ark. Married to Ned Donaldson. Father's name was Wilson and mother's Esther. Please address Mrs. Delia Fulton Donald- son [Donaldson], 2962 Dearborn Street. Chicago,Ill.
Circular of Inquiry.
TO ALL FRIENDS OF HUMANITY.
Chicago, May 18, 1865
Mr. WM. AMBROSE, of the firm of Ambrose & Jackson, Restaurant keepers. 91 Clark street, Chicago, Ill., wishes most earnestly to find the family of his mother, brothers and sisters, and will state the following particulars in his own words: "I was known in Kentucky by the name of AMBROSE BRACKENS. The family moved from Pleasant Run Washington Co., near Springfield, to New Madrid, Mo. about 80 miles below Cairo, about ten years ago, at which time I took my freedom and came North, and have never seen the family or my mother since. About four and a half years ago, my mother's family moved from New Madrid to Algiers, opposite New Orleans. They afterwards moved to Madisonville; from Madisonville back to New Orleans about three years ago, where they lived at the Tivoli Circle. The boys, John and Henry Brackens, worked at the Jackson Depot. Rumor says that Mr. Brackens afterwards carried them from New Orleans to Texas. Two boys, twins, have been born since I left the family. The family was well-known in Madisonville.
I had a brother, John, of very dark complexion. My mother's name was Mary Brackens. I had a sister, Mahala, named for her aunt, Mahala Jet, who lives at Pleasant Run, Ky. My next brother's name was Henry; then my sisters, Martha and Sarah, and brother Wilson. My step-father went by the name of Uncle Jack. My brothers and sisters are all named Brackens.
The people my mother and children lived with were named Wm. R. Brackens, usually called "Bill Brackens," and his wife Elizabeth Brackens, called "Betsy Brackens," who was a grand daughter of old Hughey Gurdon of Washington Co., Ky.
Any person knowing where my mother or any of her children are, will confer a great favor upon me by addressing a letter to me, Wm. AMBROSE., 81 South Clark St., Chicago, Ill. Post Office Box 393, and thus relieve an anxious heart. I shall also be glad to have any of my former acquaintances, either white or colored, if they will call upon me at South Clark Street, Chicago, Ill., where I have a good business and am well known.
Any information may be sent to Major B. Rush Plumly, No. 58 Baronne street, New Orleans, or to the Post-office, addressed to him. Major Plumly has taken a great interest in uniting my family, and will forward any information to me.
- WILLIAM AMBROSE
Known in Kentucky as AMBROSE BRACKENS.
P.S. - Ministers and Teachers among the Freedmen are earnestly requested to read this in their schools and churches, and greatly oblige me.
WM. AMBROSE
Dar Editor: I have a brother that I have not seen for years. His name is John Drummond. He was given to his young mistress when she married a man by the name of Bailey Lear, from South Carolina. His mother is Charlotte Drummond. He had five brothers, Martin, Albert, James, Wate, and W. D. Drummond. He left South Carolina to go to Alabama; and the last I heard of him he was at Athens, Ala. W. D. DRUMMOND. Hungerford, Tex.
Dear Editor - I have a cousin named Teany Cammel who belong to Dr. Harris, in Deason, near Gallatin Tennessee. Her mother's name is Henrietta Anderson; her father's, Wiley Cammel. She has a brother named Charley Anderson. Thornton Woods is my name, or Thornton Anderson. I used to belong to the same Dr. Anderson, on the Gallatin pike, five miles from Gallatin, Tenn. Address me at Centenary M. E. Church, Memphis, Tenn.
Thornton Woods.
DEAR EDITOR - I wish to inquire for my children whom I left in Madison county, Alabama. It has been 20 years since I came away from there with Felix Smith, when the estate was divided. My wife, Letty, and myself fell to Felix Smith. We brought our youngest child, July Florence, with us and left behind four boys and four girls. The boys' names were Jordan, Wade Hamilton, Henry Harrison and George Washington; the girls' names were Prudence Elizabeth, Maria Ellen, Mary Elvira and Martha Tane. In the division Maria Ellen was drawn by D. R. Smith, Mary, Martha and George by Henry Turner; Wade Hamilton by Mary Detainer; Henry Harrison by Valentine Pruit, and Jordan by the widow John. I am very old and feeble and want to find them so I can get to some of them, or they to me, for I need some help. I had a brother named Joseph Jacobs, and a niece named Cornelia Ann Jacobs Joseph was a freeman, and Coneale belonged to D. B. Smith. Please address me at Batesville, Ark. GYE SMITH
DEAR EDITOR -- Being one of your subscribers, I desire to make the following inquiry through the ADVOCATE for my relatives: I desire to inquire for my mother, whose name was Yerico Tool; also three sisters by the names of Bettie, Ellen and Lucy Tool, whom I was taken from by one Houston, a negro trader, who lived at Hamburg, S. C. I was taken from my mother and sisters at Hamburg, when only 10 years old. This was about 20 years ago. My sister Ellen was not with my mother, my sisters and myself when I was taken from them at Hamburg. She was left at Winsor, Barnville county, S. C. About 5 years ago I heard from my mother, through Mr. J. L. Tool, son of my owner. The letter was postmarked Winsor, S. C. He stated that my mother was living with him at that time. I have failed to hear from her since, after exerting everything in my power in the way of writing. JOS EVANS.
DEAR EDITOR -- I desire to find my cousin, Emmaline Caloway. She had a daughter, Elmira Olemo. The last I heard from her she was living on the M. N. T. Railroad at Batesville, Miss., in 1874. Address me at Granada, Miss. ALFRED PEACOCK.
DEAR EDITOR -- I wish to inquire for my people. I left North Carolina December 12, 1866, for Texas, and left Sarah Jane and Edmund Huff, my sister and brother, with Hezekiah Huff, in Anson county, between Lilesville and Peedee river. Sarah Jane married one Tyson after I left. Edmund was called Ned. Please address me at Rutersville, Texas. THOMAS H. HUFF.
DEAR EDITOR -- My father and mother, Lucy and Bamesel Napier, lived in Balmor, Miss. In 1869 I received a letter from them. Since I have heard they were dead, and my sister Emily was living in Corinth, Miss; her husband was killed during the war; brother Bill was dead and left three children, Minerva, Lucy and Joe; brother Andem was cooking on a steamboat on the Mississippi river; sister Isabella died in Memphis, leaving children, who were all bound out. I have no little children, and would like to find some of sister's or brother's to take care of. Write me at Columbus, Texas, care of Rev. E. E. Cooper. JIM NAPIER.
DEAR EDITOR — I wish to inquire for my brother's children, who belonged to Mrs. Sally Walther in Holly Springs, Miss., about 18 years ago. My brother was named Bill. He got killed by the cars when I was small. His wife's name was Patsey. I also left a cousin William, whose mother died when I was young. His mother was named Grace. We were brought to Texas in 1858 by Mrs. Eliza Wilkinson. I also want to hear from Mrs. Judge Wilkinson's people whom I left in Yazoo county, Miss. Mother's Cousin belonged to Mrs. Judge Wilkinson. My father is named Cupid; sister is Maria; brother is Barnett, all living in Texas except mother, who is dead. Mother was named Betsy. We were all brought from Yazoo City, Miss., by Mrs. Dr. Wilkinson to Texas. If any of the above names can be found address me, Grace Nashville, in care of T. Scott, Liberty, Texas.
DEAR EDITOR — I wish to inquire for my mother's people. She left them in Prince George county, Maryland, on Tuckpion river in 1846. Mother was Elizabeth Shaw, father Tom Shaw, grandfather Tom Gant. Oldest sister was Rachel Ann, others were Charity and Amanda Elizabeth Shaw. Brothers were General and John Shaw. They belonged to Walter Webenton. I was the oldest child, Jane Rebecca Shaw, but changed name to Green by marriage. Uncles were Elijah and David Gant. David was carried to Baltimore. Aunts were Laura and Alley Carter and Fannie Coops. Address me at Midway Texas. E. J. Green.
DEAR EDITOR —I wish to inquire for my brother who left Fairfield District, South Carolina, about 1865, with the Yankees and said he was going to Texas to look for us. I have never heard a word from him since. His name is Jim Aiken; his mother's Catherine Aiken ; father's James McVea. He may go by father's name. Robert Mc-Vea [McVea], our old master, moved from Fairfield District, South Carolina, to Texas, and brought all of the McVea family with him. Father had Charlotte Aiken for a wife at the time and Jim was their son.Please address me at Waelder, Gonzales Co., Texas. RICHARD A. MCVEA.
DEAR EDITOR- I wish to inquire for my father’s brother. Father’s name was Marks Perry and his brother was Mathew Perry. He belonged to Presley Perry during the war, and he carried him to Mis-sissippi [Mississippi] from the line of Texas and Louisiana. His mother’s name was Silvy, father’s Simon. They belonged [belonged] to Dr. Havard. Please ad-dress [address] me at Shreveport, La. S. G. MARKS
DEAR EDITOR- I wish to inquire for my husband's brother, Frank Pierson. Husband's former name Roann Pierson, but is now Roann Collier. He left Dickson Co., Tenn., where we now live, about 1870. Address me at Cumberland Furnace, Dickson Co., Tenn. MARIA COLLIER.
DEAR EDITOR- I wish to inquire for my people. Mother's name is Viny Bristo; her husband's Allen Bristo, and four children, Oarry, Alzera, Patsy and Manda. Please address me at Belle Prairie, Yazoo Co., Miss. JAMES CRAIGG.
DEAR EDITOR- I wish to inquire for my three children. Mollida Barnett, the first one, left me about 40 years ago, was bought by speculators in Charlotte, N.C., and carried to Columbus, Ala. Mary Slaughter was carried from Canton to New Orleans. She belonged to Lewis Slaughter, who sold her in New Orleans, where he kept a tavern. Daughter Ellen used to belong to Bill Smith, and he sold her to William Buckles who carried her to Texas. When she left me, about twenty years ago, she had one child. They both went from M[undecipherable]n Co., Miss. When Mollie was s[undecipherable]d he went by the name of Mollinzie Dinkins. Address me at Canton, Miss., in care of W.B. Ricks. My name was Eliza Dancey when the children went away, but now it is ELIZA HANDY.
DEAR EDITOR- My lost friends are Fullam, Jordan, Steven, Dunn, and Davis, all belonging to Louisiana. Their mother was Fanny, sisters Lucinda and Charlotte, brother Henry. My father was Henry Cranwell. We were sold to Joseph Bennett and Willis Mercherman and brought to Hallettsville, Texas. J.C. CRANWELL Hallettsville, Texas.
DEAR EDITOR-- Allow me to inquire for my children whom I left on the Dismal Canal, Cumberland Co, North Carolina. Their names were Elijah, Elisha, Joshua and Daniel. I am living near Aberdeen, Miss. MILES PROCTOR.
DEAR EDITOR-- I am in search of my children. My name is Kitty Hanley. I belonged to a gentleman by the name of Patten, was separated from my children in Harrison county, Texas, several years before the late war. The oldest a girl named Esther, the other a boy named Sam. In a division of Mr. Patten's estate myself and children fell to Mr. Hanley, who married Mr. Patten's daughter. I was afterward carried to Montgomery county by Mr. Jim McCown. I have not heard from my children since. If there is any way in which I can find them I would be glad of your assistance. Respectfully, KITTY HANLEY. Galveston, Feb. 20th, 1880.
DEAR EDITOR-- I am seeking the whereabouts of the relatives of my mother-in-law, whom she left in North Alabama, near Old Huntsville. She says they called it Old North Alabama. This was about the year 1832. Since she left them they belonged to Dr. Ford. Her father's name was Patrick Ford and her mother's was Clara. She and her mother and sister Martha were sold to a Mr. Dick Prior. He took them to Marengo county, Ala., and sold them to Mr. Edwin A. Glover. She says she was quite a small girl, but after they were sold her father married Sallie Steel, and they had five boys whose names are unknown to her, but she has learned that the boys have been making inquiry for her. Since the emancipation she and her sister Martha and the boys are the only relatives living there, as her mother is with us and Clara. Ford is dead. The boys are the children of Sallie Steel. My grandmother's name was Katie Catherine, and grandfather's was Frank Cooper. My father, Patrick Ford had one brother and sister, whose names were Stephen and Mason. Mother had three brothers and three sisters. The brothers were Allen, Jessie and Washington, and the sisters Maria, Hester and Hannah. Maria went to Nashville, Tenn. My five half-brothers have been inquiring for me and my sister since the emancipation, but Mr. E. A. Glover had brought us to Texas, where we now live. I don't know whether my father is living or not. Mr. Glover heard that he was dead, but I would like to hear from my five brothers; my mother is dead. Dear friends, help me to find my brothers, for the Lord's sake, and if found tell them to address me at San Felipe, Texas, in care of Leroy Samuels. ELIZA TINNER.
DEAR EDITOR-- I desire information of my husband, Joseph Oliver We lived in Coranio, and in 1864 I was sold from him and brought to Texas by Henry Thompson. I have a sister, Susan Murphy, and friends named George Chambers and Rutha Chambers. Please address me at Richmond, Fort Ben Co, Texas, in care of Rev. A.C. Culbreath, Pastor. MRS. DOLLEY OLIVER.
DEAR EDITOR-- I desire information of my mother, father, sister and brother. Mother is named Maria Louisa Williams, father Rowel Williams, sister Mary Jane Williams, brother Robert Williams. Mother was sold to Mr. S. Devils, Sr., myself and Robert was sold by Geo Carper to a negro trader named Samuel Dillard in the little Virginia village of Finncastle. I had an uncle Christopher . Father lived in Botetourt Co., Va. I cannot tell where any of my kin people went. Address me at San Felipe, Texas, care of W.H. Jackson. ELIZA VIRGINIA WILLIAMS.
DEAR EDITOR-- I desire to learn of my kin folks. I was sold away from them in Waynesboro, Miss., in 1862. I had three sisters, Ann, Mary Elizabeth and Lillie Levancy. The youngest child was James Franklin. Father, Abram, belonged to Judge Shaw, at Winchester, Miss. I belonged to Gilbert Taylor, and had two uncles, Isaac and Andrew Taylor. I was sold to Dave Campbell, and was carried to Texas. Address me at Hearne Station, Robertson Co., Texas. I now go by the name of HENRY ABRAM.
DEAR EDITOR-- I desire to make some inquiry through the SOUTHWESTERN about two brothers of mine whom we have not seen nor heard from for several years. Their names are Thompson and John Haney. Father's name is John and is nick-named Jake Haney. He belonged to Jemmie Haney. Mary Haney was mother's name. She belonged to a widow woman Mary Ann Haney, who lived in Yell Co., Arkansas. There were several children of us, Nathan, Jordan, Benton, Thompson, John, Elveria, and Greeville. Any information in regard to their whereabouts will be thankfully received. Please address me in Little Rock, Ark. JORDAN H. HANEY
DEAR EDITOR-- I want to know where my mother, two sisters and three brothers are. I was brought out to Texas by a trader, Walter Campbell. My owner was Samuel Ward, who lived on the Liberty Road, Baltimore county, Maryland. Mother's name was Maria Grant, oldest sister Ann and the youngest one Charlotte Grant. My sister, Amanda Grant, died when she was a baby. My three brothers' names are George, Charley and John Henry. My name was Ellen Grant, but I married in Galveston since my arrival, and am now Ellen Jackson. I live between 11th and 12th streets, on avenue K. Address me in care of Rev. M. V. Cole, West Tabernacle Church, Galveston, Texas. ELLEN JACKSON.
DEAR EDITOR-- I was the last one sold out of nine in 1860. My mother and eight children were sold in Clarksville, Tenn., to Clark Cummings, a speculator. Mother was sold to Thomas Hughes, near Clarksville. The youngest one, Eveline, is dead. The next, Major, was sold the same day I was. I can't tell where he was taken to. I heard he went to Alabama. I was sold to a man in Mississippi named Pollen, and he caused me to be run to Texas. I heard that mother and five children were living in Logan county. The boys are Lewis, Charles and Moses; girls Lucy Ann and Shrildar. Mother's name was Letty. Address me at Paris, Tex. RUFUS ROLLINGS
DEAR EDITOR-- I wish some information about my two brothers and one sister--Dolphus, Francis and Carrie Troidie. My brothers and one of my sister's sons, James Troidie, was taken from Rutherford Co., N. C. They formerly belonged to Squire Bob Troidie. They left in 1865. Address me at Hillsboro, Coffee Co., Tenn., in care of J. F. R. W. Summerhill. ALFRED TROIDIE.
DEAR EDITOR-- I wish to hear of my friends. Father was Jackson Jennings, and he was set free before the war by his owners, and went to Alabama. Sister was a girl about ten years old, and left with her young master, Frank Sloat. When he died her father left her with her grandmother, Fanny Sloat. Her name is now Victoria Wright. Address her at Meridian, Miss., care of S. Young.
DEAR EDITOR-- I wish to inquire for my brother Franklin Green. I have not seen him since 1876; he left here at that time. I have not heard from him since. Also for Joseph Fox and brother Green Fox. When we were separated we lived in Oktibbeha county, Miss. I was sold to Mr. Glenn, and they were taken away by Mr. Joe Moore. Somewhere, I know not H.J. GLENN Holly Springs, Miss.
DEAR EDITOR-- I wish to inquire for my brother, George Shamburger. The last time I heard from him he lived in New Orleans. Also Bro. Henry Shannon. He lived at Honey Head Island. Address me at Chunkey Station, Newton Co. Miss. CHARLEY SHAMBERGER.
DEAR EDITOR-- I wish to inquire for my brother, Wash Weaver. He belonged to Tall Weaver, in Lowndes county, about 15 miles from Columbus, Miss. My father was Dennis, and mother Hannah Weaver. The last I heard of father was in 1862. He went by the name of Wash Weaver or Wash Golden. Any information of him will be gladly received. Address me at Buena Vista, Miss., in care of Rev. C. Wright. MARION WEAVER.
DEAR EDITOR-- I wish to inquire for my brother, who has been gone some time. The last time I saw him he was at Pass Christian, Miss. His name is William Jackson. The last time I heard from him he was in Brandon, Miss. Mother's name was Lizzet Mascom, and her husband's Martin Mascom. Sisters' names were Julet, Fanny, Lucy. Caroline and Sarah. If any reader knows of brother's whereabouts will they please address me at Leaf, Green Co., Miss. C. H. LINZEY.
DEAR EDITOR-- I wish to inquire for my kin people, from whom I was separated in 1815. I was born in Jefferson Co., Tenn., near Dandridge. I was taken from that place by my young mistress, Miss Jemima Rodgers, but married Mr. Wm. Adkins, and moved to Marion, Smith Co., Va. My mother's name was Rachel Rodgers. My father's Page Rodgers, but for a short while they called him Parrot. My only brother's name was Allen. He belonged to Wm. Holmes. I had 4 sisters, the oldest named Maria. The last I heard from her she was in the hands of a Southern Methodist preacher by the name of Roberts, and was going to some point on Red River. The other sisters were Barbara, Rebecca, and Mary. Mary was the youngest. The last I heard from her she was living in Tennessee, near Dandridge. Her husband's name was Ben Branner. My old master's name was George Rodgers. He had an only son - Giddings Rodgers. In 1847 I married a girl in Virginia by the name of Lucretia White, and was brought to Texas. Address me at Levernia, Wilson Co., Texas, in the care of the pastor, W. Mosby. HENRY RODGERS.
DEAR EDITOR-- I wish to inquire for my lost friends, sisters Ann and Eliza, whom I left in Atascosa Co., Texas, about 25 years ago. Sister Ann belonged to Mr. John Young, and had four children-- Andy, Emma, Reuben and another. Sister Eliza belonged to Wilbert Young, and had ten children the last I heard from her -- the eldest named Caroline. Father's name is Charles, mother's Fanny, and mine is Jane. Address Henry Johnson, my husband, at Centreville, Leon county, Texas. JANE JOHNSON.
DEAR EDITOR-- I wish to inquire for my mother, Hannah Coott. The last I heard of her she was in Holmes county, Miss. My name is Jordan Pecan; Richard is my brother. Mother left me at Pecan and I afterwards went to Rutherford Co., Tenn. I heard from them once by a man that claimed to know them. His name was John Griffin. Address me at Murfreesboro, Tenn., in care of Rev. H. Robinson. I now go by the name of G. R. DAVIS.
DEAR EDITOR-- I wish to inquire for my mother, Mittie Moore, and my sister, Annie Nesby. I left my mother in Henry county, Tenn., before the war. She belonged to a speculator, Chas. Richards. I heard of her in Austin, Texas, about one year and a half ago. I left my sister in Marshall, Texas, about 1862. Any information of them will be thankfully received. Address me at Lonoke, Ark. SIMON MOORE.
DEAR EDITOR-- I wish to inquire for my people, whom I have not heard from for 14 years. The last I heard from them they were at Cuthbert, Georgia. Mother's name was Amy White; father's, John Chambers; two sisters', Sophronia and Willie; step-father's, Ephriam White. They belonged to Seaborn Thomas. Please address me at Hempstead, Waller Co., Texas, in care of Rev. John L. Smith. GEORGE CHAMBERS
DEAR EDITOR-- I wish to inquire for my sister Martha, who was sold from me before the war. She was sold out of Cumberland county, Ky. Our owners were John Milton Baker and Mrs. Polly Baker. Our mother's name was Lisey Baker, one brother Ben. Baker, one sister Sallie Baker. Only four children in the family. My sister Martha was sold to some one in Tennessee, I don't remember the name. she was about 8 years old when sold, possibly older, I do not recollect, it has been so long. Myself and sister were raised by a colored lady, aunt Rear Alexander; her old man was Patrick alexander. sister was old enough to remember the names of all the family; both white and colored. Myself and brother are in Red River county, Texas; mother and sister Sally are dead, and the white family also. Address me at Clarksville, Texas. MOSES C. BAKER
DEAR EDITOR-- I wish to inquire for my sister, Elizabeth Harter. We belonged to W. W. Harter. Before the war we lived in Marengo Co., Alabama. The last time I saw her was in Marengo county in 1855. I left there then and moved to Jackson county, Mississippi. I wrote Mr. W.W. Harter, our former owner, and he wrote me that sister had moved to Memphis, Tenn., and had married a Mr. Hallam. Address me at Moss Point, Jackson Co., Miss. ROBERT HOWARD.
DEAR EDITOR-- I wish to inquire for the connections of the Rodgers family. My name is Letitia Rodgers. I came from Virginia in 1845. I had two brothers, Dennis and StephenBurg. I left them in Virginia; Dennis in Rye Valley, Marrian Smith county. Some time since I saw in an issue of the SOUTHWESTERN, the name of one James Kellogg, supposed to be in Kansas. This person is my brother-in-law, I suppose. He married my only sister in Virginia. Her name was Sarah Jane Henderson; our mother's was Milly Henderson. If this Rev. James Kellogg is my brother-in-law I hope that he will write to m at once. Address me at Lavernia. Wilson county, Texas. LETITIA RODGERS
DEAR EDITOR-- I wish to inquire of my daughter Emeline Lamlord. She is my sister's child, and left me when I was living with my owners. I want to hear from her. I live seven miles from Aberdeen and have a husband named Barkis Knight. Address me care of my pastor, Rev. Miles Proctor. MARIA KNIGHT
DEAR EDITOR-- I wish to inquire through your valuable paper of some of my relatives. My brother's name is Jack Reed. I left him in Eastern Texas about sixteen years ago. He belonged to Willis Reed. I heard he went to Louisiana. His father's name is George Reed, and he was sold to Dr. Boil, of Mississippi. He was killed by a mule. Our mother's name was Nancy. Our step-mother was Vinia Laughlin. Jack's wife's name was Matilda Modley. Nancy Reed, our mother, had but two children, myself and brother Jack. We had a half-sister - Sarah Laughlin. She belonged to a Laughlin of Mississippi. I have not seen. her since she was six years old. That was in Talahatchie county, Miss., about five miles from Charleston. Sister Sarah had three other children - Polly, Priscilla and Matilda, and a brother, named Bill; and there are some others whose names I cannot remember. At the time we were separated I belonged to Nathan Reed. I am now living in Caldwell, Texas, near Luling. Any one who may identify the above names will please write to me at once, at Luling, Caldwell Co., Texas. RILEY REED.
DEAR EDITOR-- I wish to make some inquiry about my uncle, John Pinkard. I left him in Bradley Co., Arkansas, in 1865, on the Saline river. Mother's name was Betsey Pinkard. She belonged to Tom Pinkard, was brought to Texas in 1863 and died in 1864. Address me at Groesbeck, Limestone Co., Texas. B. F. PINKARD.
DEAR EDITOR-- I wish to make some inquiry in your valuable paper for my brother, Raif Hopset. I left him in Memphis, Tenn., with a Mr. Gilbert. Hopset and his sister fell to Mary Hopset, who married James Littles. Any information of brother will be gladly received. Address me at Dresden, Navarro county, Texas. WINNEY FRANKLIN.
DEAR EDITOR-- Mr. Ed. Denton, a son of Capt. John B. Denton, and my mother's brother (white), it is supposed, left Texas some twenty years ago. It was my mother's last request that I should find out where he was and whether he was living. He has many relatives here in Texas who want to know his whereabouts. If he is living he will confer a favor that can never be repaid by addressing his nephew at Denison, Texas. P. SULLIVAN BROWN. California and Oregon papers please copy.
DEAR EDITOR-- My mother was left in Pickens county, Ala, about 23 years ago, at which time she was a resident of the town of Carrollton, and when I left her she was the mother of 8 children and six of them were alive. Sarah, Charlotte and Isom were with her at the time I left. The three that were brought away went by the following names, to wit: Bob, Mimm and Henry. Mother was named Jane but generally was called Jenny. I left her with the widow Thomas. Mrs. Thomas had only one son of her own and his name was Oliver Davidson. I was brought to Texas by Mr. Albert Edwards. Mother was of medium size and dark complexioned. Address me at Navasota, Texas. HENRIETTE SEYMOUR.
DEAR EDITOR-- Please allow me space in your columns to make inquiry for my mother and brother. We were separated about the year 1852 or '53. My mother, two brothers and myself were all sold at an administrator's sale in Fayetteville, Washington Co., Arkansas. A Mr. Marts bought brother Pete and myself, and we are together yet. John Balingly got my mother and a baby brother. My mother's name was Lucy and brother's Henry. I had a sister, Julie, but she died. We all used to belong to E Iamiston before we were sold. Any information of the whereabouts of mother and brother will be very gladly received. Address me at Van Buren Crawford Co., Arkansas. SIMON MARRS.
DEAR EDITOR--Allow me spacein your paper to inquire for mymother, Hannah McNear. The lasttime I saw her was in South Caro-lina [South Carolina], in Cherrow, Pede river. I wasa small girl about ten years oldwhen I left her. I was brought to Mobile, Ala., by Wm. Neveal, andfrom there to Jackson county, Mississippi [Mississippi], on Dog river, by one Wm. Griffin. My mother only had twochildren--a boy and a girl. The boy's name was John R Alls. My name was Esther. I went by the name of Esther Robinson, and theman that brought me away fromSouth Carolina was Richard Web-ster [Webster]. Any information of mother will be thankfully received. Ad-dress [Address] me at Moss Point, Jacksoncounty, Miss., in care of Rev. N. Cannon. ESTHER AUSTINE
DEAR EDITOR--I beg leave to make one more inquiry through your valuable paper as to the whereabouts of my brother, Calvin Alston. He left us in the year 1865 in company with a regiment of Federal soldiers. When last heard from he was at Shreveport, Texas. Please address me at Kosciusko, Miss. D. D. ALSTON.
DEAR EDITOR--I desire information concerning the whereabouts of my kin folk. I left Thibodauxville, La., ten or twelve years ago. I have one brother named Hiram Sears, and a sister named Elizabeth Hammonds. Mother's name was Mintie Sears. She died on the other side of the toll bridge, at Thibodaux, La. My sister was in Houma the last I heard of her. When I left there my name was Mary Hammonds. Please address me at Dallas, Texas, in care of A. R. Griggs. MARY BOWENS.
DEAR EDITOR--I desire information of father, mother, brother and sister. Father was Pat Robinson. mother Mima, and grandmother Sarah Robinson. My sister Amanda and I were twins, and were stolen by an unknown man and brought to Columbus, Miss., and sold to Billy Winston, a bank keeper. We were raised by Winston's driver and wife--Emanuel and Clara. Billy Winston had a farm on Tombigbee river. His wife was Becky; his sons, James and Tichenor; daughter, Maria Father was a preacher and lived in Georgia. I was so little I did not know what part of the State. My name is now America Liggins. Address me care Rev. B. W. McInertee, Caney, Texas.
DEAR EDITOR--I desire to be informed as to the whereabouts of my relations. I left them near Hillsborough, Ark. My mother's name was Sydnie Carlton. Sisters were named Maria, Moose, Louisa, Loving, Agnes, Davis, and Ellen Carlton. I was brought to this country by Pink Scales. Direct to me at Shell Mound, Leflore county, Miss., care of M. D. Shivey. MRS. MARGARET LYNN.
DEAR EDITOR--I desire to in-quire [inquire] for my two sisters and three brothers. My sisters' names were Betsy and Juno Lange. My broth-ers [brothers] were William, Thomas and John Lange. The last time I saw them they were in South Carolina, in 1856, when I was taken to Louis-iana [Louisiana] by Edward Boykin. The lasttime I heard from them they had gone to Marshall, Texas. Sister Betsy and brother John went with T. Lange. Sister Juno and broth-ers [brothers] William and Tom went with Edward Lange to Texas. Any in-formation [information] about them will be glad-ly [gladly] received. Address me in care of A. E. P. Albert, Houma, Terre-bonne [Terrebonne] parish, La. DIANA LANGE
DEAR EDITOR--I desire to inquire about some lost friends of mine. The last I saw of them they were in Georgia. Two brothers were last heard from in Texas, Gus Mike and Ransom Mike; the other, Frank Mike, was in Alabama. There were two sisters in Georgia, Sinta and Harriet Mike. I married Wm. McKane and moved to Mississippi. I have not heard from any of them since. Edie McKane is my sister-in-law. If any be found address me in care of Levi Watson, Shuqualak, Miss. MRS. WM. MCKANE
DEAR EDITOR--I desire to inquire for my father. I left him in Texas in 1853. He belonged to Mr. Randolph Cox, and I to Mr. W. V. Rhodes. Donnet Rhodes brought mother and I to Louisiana. My father's name is Matthew Randolph but they called him Cox; mother was Angeline Randolph, but she is married to Ben Crockett. I formerly lived in Matagerda Co., Texas, near Galveston Bay. Address me at Booneville, La. NEPTUNE RANDOLPH.
DEAR EDITOR--I desire to inquire for my kinfolk--Steve Jordan, Davis Flynn--all belonged to Mr. Edmond Randall in Louisiana. He sold us to Joe Bennett, who brought us to Texas. Mother was Fanny Randall but is now Robinson. Her oldest daughter is Charlotte, the next Lucinda; both married and had children. Their husbands were left behind. I am the son of Henry Crannell, Lucinda's husband. We separated on Belford river when I was three years old, I am now 22. There were two boys, Jeff and James, a girl was lost on the road coming. J. C. Crannell Hallettsville, Texas.
DEAR EDITOR--I desire to inquire for my sister, Julia Harper, who belonged to Wyrett Harper of Union Co., Ark. Father's name was Jesse and mother's Eliza Harper. Father belonged to Henry Harper, but just before the war ended Wyrett Harper moved to Texas and brought father, mother, Alfred, James, Louis, Tom, Harriet and Airlene. We go by the name of Shackelford now. Address Jas. E. Shackelford, Huntsville, Texas, care of Henson Naylor.
DEAR EDITOR--I left a son, John Parum, and two daughters, Amelia and Henrietta Parum, at Sulphur Springs, Texas. We belonged to John D. Wyatt, who moved to Texas from Mississippi before the war. Any information concerning them will be gratefully received by their father and mother. SALLY PARUM, JOHN PARUM.
DEAR EDITOR--I left Choctaw, Alabama in 1862. I want to hear from Hager Moseby, a yellow woman, who had a boy named John. They left Alabama to go to Claiborne parrish, Louisiana, with one of Miss Moseby's sons, Mr. Grigsby. Hager's father, George, is dead. Isaac Moseby is still at Butler, Ala. Address me at Meridian, Miss. JOHN HORN.
DEAR EDITOR--I want to inquire for my brother. He has been gone eight years. His name was Warren Robinson. His father was Richard; his mother was Diley Robinson, and sister Mary Rauls. His brothers were Henry and John Brooks, and uncles were Bob Bose and Isaac Terry. The last time I heard from him he was at Vicksburg, Miss. Address any information to John B. Robinson, Crystal Springs, Copiah Co., Miss.
DEAR EDITOR--I want to inquire for my people. I belonged to Mr. Loveless. His son Isaac took me to Texas. I left mother with old Mr. Loveless in Calway, Kentucky. Mother's name was Reauer. Mother had ten girls and three boys. The oldest boy was named Jesse, the yougest David. My oldest sister was Sarah. There was also Easter, Mahala, Laura and Grace. I left them four years before the war, in Kentucky. Any information about them will be gladly received. Address Caroline Loveless, Springfield, Mo., care M. E. Church
DEAR EDITOR--I wish to inquire for mothers and sisters. Mother's name is Hannah MacDowell. My oldest sister is Ellen, the next is Annie, and the youngest is Mary. My address is 266 Common street, New Orleans, La. CAROLINE DIXON.
DEAR EDITOR--I wish to inquire for my children, named John, Jackson, and Davis. All belonged to Ehud Northsworthy, who went to Arkansas from Alabama. He sold me to James Low, who gave me to his daughter Mary, who married Seals Sillas, who brought me to Mississippi. I brought one child with me, but he is dead. Please address me at West Station, Holmes county, Miss., care Frank Kimes. SILVY SILLAS
DEAR EDITOR--I wish to inquire for my father, sisters, brother and aunt Father's name is Joseph Jones; brothers', John and Anderson Jones; sisters', Leah and Henriette; aunts name is Martha; my name was Jane Jones. I left sister Leah in Richmond, Virginia. I was run by Lucien Price, and sold by Ben Pollard. Please address me at Plantersville, Texas, care Rev. Aaron Taylor. JANE CRAWFORD
DEAR EDITOR--I wish to inquire for my father-in-law, Robert Kirkingdoll, whom I left in Calvert, Robertson Co., Texas, in 1876. His wife's name is Eliza. He had a deaf and dumb and one-legged boy named Johnny. He lived on Main street when I left. I got two letters from him in 1878, when Rev. A. R. Norris was pastor, and have written several letters to him during Rev. J. W. Robinson's pastorate, and Bro. R says he heard that he lived three miles from town. His daughters Emily and Amelia would like to hear from him. Emily is my wife. Address me at San Felipe, Texas. PROF. W. H. JACKSON
DEAR EDITOR--I wish to inquire for my friends. My mother was Susan Chiv[undecipherable]; her sons were Thomas, Billy, Pressly and Jim; daughter, Elizabeth. I heard that mother went to Missouri and had another boy named Andrew. Her husband was Allen Bowen. At that time John Chives was their owner. His father was named Henry Chives. Address me at Booneville P. O, Rapides parish, La. FRANK RICKLIFF
DEAR EDITOR--I wish to inquire for my guardians, George and Salley Hunter. They left the city about thirteen years ago and said they were going to Norfolk, Va., but I have never received any answer to my letters. My parent's names were Handy and Sarah Forrest. I am anxious to hear from my guardians. Address me at Simpson Chapel, Valence street near Chestnut street, New Orleans, La. BENNET G. FORREST.
DEAR EDITOR--I wish to inquire for my mother, father, two sisters and two brothers. Father belonged to Claiborne Anderson. Mother, one sister, one brother and myself were sold by John Brooks in Mason Co., Ky., and I was brought to Mississippi by Chas. Diwit about 35 years ago. I don't know where the sister is tha was sold with me. My mother's name is Phillis, and father's, Haskin; sisters' -- Bahal and Marky; brothers' -- Washington and John. Mother and four children, including myself, belonged to Jack Anderson. My name was Maria Anderson, but I have married since I came down the river, and my name is now Maria Applewhite, Please address any information to me at Meadville, Miss. care of John Applewhite. MARIA APPLEWHITE.
DEAR EDITOR--I wish to inquire for my mother. Her name was Mariah Puet. She was once owned by the Puets. She now goes by the name of Mariah Thomas. Jack Thomas was her husband, but he is now dead. My name is Mary Boyd. I left my mother in Middle Tennessee when I was eight years old. Please address me at New Braunfels, Texas.
DEAR EDITOR--I wish to inquire for my niece. The last time I heard from her she was in Kansas. Her mother was Annie Brown, my sister, and her step-father was Anderson Brown. Myself and family left Franklin, Tenn, in 1875, and we left them there. My sister died soon after I left, and a lady friend of mine that lived in Franklin wrote to my daughter Lucy and said that little Annie Brown had gone to Kansas with her step-father's mother. This lady was Maggie Cowans. I wish to hear from little Annie. I am her only aunt. My name is Lousia Hardeman. Address me at Pine Bluff Ark. Lousia Hardeman.
Dear Editor--I wish to inquire for my relatives, uncles, and aunts. Their father's name was William Janes, and mother Nancy Janes. They had fourteen children, eight boys and six girls. Their names, Mariah, May, Lucy, Jane, Kezire, and Agnes is my mother's name. Uncles: Felix, James, Walker, Dock, Ephraim, Albert, Robert, Wesley, and Peter. My mother was sold when she was a small girl by Mr. Harris at Petersburg, Va. Address me at Mashulaville, Miss. LAWRENCE TRIPLETT.
DEAR EDITOR--I wish to inquire for my relatives. They lived in Smithfield, Isle of Wight Co., Va. We all belonged to James C. Jordan. My Father, Jordan Wren, belonged to Dr. Sam Wilson in Surry county. My mother, Cherry Wren, was living with Major Thomas, in Smithfield when I left there. My oldest sister, Rachel, was living in Norfolk, with Dr. Cook. Sister Nancy I left in Smithfield. Brothers' names were Sam and Dick. I have also two uncles, Fredrick Baker and Allen Baker. They lived in Norfolk. Brother Joe and I were sold to Boe Easley, and brought out here in 1852. The ladies I belonged to were Adelaide, Tummillah and Susan. The boys, Cary and the twins, I nursed. My brother Joe lives in Jackson, Tennessee, and I live in Macon, Noxubee Co., Miss. My name is now Tolbert. When I left home I had a little boy named Thomas. If any of my people should see this they can address letters to me at Macon, Noxubee Co , Miss. SARAH F. TOLBERT.
DEAR EDITOR--I wish to inquire for one Simon Eaton. He went from Stephen Davis', Warrington, North Carolina, several years ago, with James Eaton, to Arkansas--Dallas county, as well as I can remember. His mother was named Bridget; two children, Simon and Erastnus, and his uncle Washington Pugh. Please address me at Grenada, Miss. DANIEL D. PUGH.
DEAR EDITOR--My father and mother, Lucy and Bamesel Napier, lived in Balmor, Miss. In 1869 I received a letter from them. Since I have heard they were dead, and my sister Emily was living in Corinth, Miss; her husband was killed during the war; brother Bill was dead and left three children, Minerva, Lucy and Joe; brother Andem was cooking on a steamboat on the Mississippi river; sister Isabella died in Memphis, leaving children, who were all bound out. I have no little children, and would like to find some of sister's or brother's to take care of. Write me at Columbus, Texas, care of Rev. E. E. Cooper. JIM NAPIER
DEAR EDITOR-I wish to inquire for my mother and sister. We used to belong to John P. Eckles, and lived in Rockbridge county, Va. Mother was sold from sister and myself, for debt, about 40 years ago, and carried to Lynchburg, Va. I have not heard of her since. My mother's name is Sallie, and sister's is Charlotte Greenlee. Sister belonged to William Greenlee, of Rockbridge county, Va., and was sold in the Southern market at Richmond about thirty years ago. Mother had three children to my knowledge, named: Sam, James and Charlotte. Any information that can be given as to their whereabouts will be thankfully received by me. I used to go by the name of James Eckles, but now go by the name of James Brackinridge. Address me in care of Rev. N. Cannon. Moss Point, Jackson county, Miss. JAMES BRACKINRIDGE
DEAR EDITOR-I wish to inquire for my sister Elizabeth. We belonged to James Manning. My mother's name was Fannie Manning. She had three children, Elizabeth, Lilian and myself, Robert. Mother is dead, and Lilian died when she was a baby. We lived in Marengo county, Alabama, near Demopolis. Mr. Manning's daughter married W. W. Harter, and gave me and my sister Elizabeth to Miss Lewis Harter, and we then moved to Milton, Florida, where we staid until a year before the war. Then we moved back to Marengo Co., Ala. When she left me she had one child. Its name was Fannie. I have not seen her since. The last I heard of her she was in Memphis, Tennessee. I wish that every minister would read this to his congregation. Address me at Moss Point, Jackson county, Miss. ROBERT HOWARD
DEAR EDITOR-Please inquire in your paper for my mother, Suckey Sanford and Bob Sanford. Their owner owner was Gus Sanford. I left them in Sumner County, Tennessee. Address TOM SANFORD Como, La.
DEAR EDITOR.—I wish to inquire for my three daughters and their mother. Their mother's name was Emitly Harrison when I left her; she may be married now. She had three daughters; the oldest one's name is America Harrison; she is called Misse; the one next in age is Betsy Harrison; the younger is named Mary Harrison. I left them in Grimes County near Iola in 1879. I heard they left there and went to Navasota, and in 1888 an old fortune teller said they were at Wallis Prairie, west of Navasota. Address me at Kosse, Limestone Co., Tex. J. HARRISON
DEAR EDITOR.—I wish to inquire through our paper for my relatives whom I left in Norfolk, Va., in 1870. My mother's name was Fannie Williams; her husband was Elijah Williams. My oldest sister Mary Ann died in Portsmouth, Va. I had another brother named Daniel; only lived a few months; he died in Norfolk, Va. I had only one sister living; her name was Josephine Williams; the last I heard of them they had left Norfolk coming South. Address me at Olivier Postoffice, Iberia Parish, La. COLUMBUS ROBINSON.
DEAR EDITOR: --I wish to inquire for my people whom I left in Charleston, S. C. Left a mother and one brother, which was the baby, by the name of Bennie. My mother is named Margaret, and belonged to a man by the name of W. M. McCree, which was her name when we were taken away from her. She had six children: three boys and three girls; Charlotte, Abram, London, Phoebe and Annie, who were sold for debt to a Negro trader, who brought us to Dalton, Ga. His name was John Thornton. Then he sold me and brother London to Jim Dunigan to Newton Co., Miss. My three sisters he kept in Georgia; Phoebe, Annie and Charlotte. Address J. A, Dunigan, Toomsuba, Lauderdale Co., Miss.
DEAR EDITOR: I desire to find my brother. His name was Oscar Jones. His father was Oscar, and two sisters Caroline and Emily, used to belong Capt. W. M. Kelley who lived in East Baton Rouge Parish. Oscar went off during the war, and I have heard from him but once since; he wrote to sister Emily about five years ago. She then lived in Baton Rouge. Address me at Clinton, La., in care of Rev. C. Monroe.
DEAR EDITOR: I desire to find my mother. Her name was Esther Vernon, when she was sold at Nolensville, Tenn., to a man whose name I did not learn. This man sold her to a man by the name of the name of Wright. Her children were all born near Nolensville, Tenn., their names were: Benjamin, William, Mary, Samuel Houston, Nancy, Lucy and John, the latter was sold with his mother. The last we heard of her she was at a place below Natchez, Miss., called Wright's farm, either in Mississippi or Louisiana. Any information concerning her whereabouts will be gladly received and highly appreciated. Mr. Editor please give space in your columns for this letter of inquiry at your earliest convenience. Please address me at Brentwood, Tenn. Yours Respectfully, SAM'L HOUSTON VERNON.
Dear Editor: I desire to find my people through your good paper My mother died when I was so young that I don't remember her name. Father's name was Thos[indecipherable] Harris. There were three children of us, named Eliza Harris, Freeman Harris, and Louisa Harris. We were born in the State of Maryland. Mother belonged to a Mr. Tervilla, with us. He sold me to Wm. Constable, and he sold sister to his sister. A Mr. Mansfield bought father and brother. I was sold again to John Denning. have not seen my dear father and brother since. Sister is dead. All pastors please read this to your hearers. If either can be found please write me. LOUISA KEYTON. Kosciusko, Attala county, Miss.
DEAR EDITOR: I desire to inquire about my kin folks, whom I left in Petersburgh, Va. I was sold by John Britton to Henry Davis; and Mark Davis brought me to New Orleans. My mother was named Nancy Fields and my brother William Field, sisters were Jane and Polly Fields. I was very young when I was sold and therefore, cannot rightly state about what time I left home, but it was after the defeat of Henry Clay to President of the United States. Address me at Stafford Point, Texas. JOHN FIELDS.
DEAR EDITOR: I desire to inquire for Calvin Bush. The last time heard from he was in Little Rock, Arkansas. His father was Dick, mother Ellen, sisters Ellen and Lula, brothers Charley, Alexander and Abner Bush. All are residing in Macon, Noxubee Co., Miss, Address JOSEPH H. MOORE. Meridian, Miss.
DEAR EDITOR: I desire to inquire for my mother—Harriet Wood, who left me in Crockett, Texas, in 1861. Her name at first was Harriet Terry. She used to be hired by Mr. Thomas Croditt, in Crockett. She was the mother of four children—three girls and one boy named as follows: Francis, Mittie, Maria, and Matt. Terry. My father was Ned Calvin, but he is dead. My sisters and I are living here in Houston county, near Crockett, where she left us, and we are all members of the M. E. Church. There will be ten dollars given to any one who will find my mother. Address me at Crockett, Houston Co., Texas. MATT TERRY.
DEAR EDITOR: I desire to inquire for my people. My mother was named Patsy Hairstorn, and belonged to Jubal Hairston, and was sold at Franklin Courthouse, Henry Co., Virginia. She had two sons, Fulton and Sparror Hairston. I belonged to Col. Sam Hairston who lived in Lowndes Co., near Crawfords, Miss. The last time I heard of my people they were in Alabama. My name is Malinda Hairston. Address H. H. Williams. Greenville, Miss.
DEAR EDITOR: I desire to inquire for my sister Martha, who was sold from us when about seven years old to a man who lived near Bolivar, Tenn., named Tom Boyle. At that time we all belonged to John Green, except father, who belonged to Nat Woods. Father was Granville, mother Dollie, brothers William, Granville, and Richmond the baby, sister, Laura. We all went by the name of Norman, Father belonged to Tom Norman, who lived at Whiteville, Hardeman Co., Tenn. Grandfather was Squire Norman, grandmother, Jennie Norman. Mother and all the children except Sister Martha are here in Texas. I desire to find her. Pastors, please read this to your congregations. Address, at Austin, Texas, her brother, 38-3m REV. GRANVILLE NORMAN.
DEAR EDITOR: I desire to learn of the whereabouts of Louisa Daylia and Claricy Daylia. Sister Claricy married a Mr. Matthews. Sister Louisa Mathews married Dave Davis. We used to belong to Dave Daylia. My name is Frances Bell. Any information will be gladly received. Address care Rev. Wm. Payne, Hazelhurst, Miss.
Dear Editor: I want to [undecipherable] where my brother, George [undecipherable] and my sister, Georgie Ross B[undecipherable] ford, are now living. They [undecipherable] merly lived in New Orleans [undecipherable] they write a letter to Rosie [undecipherable] Scofield, or Peter Tucker, and s[undecipherable] it to Tecumseh, Shwanee cou[undecipherable] Kansas.
DEAR EDITOR: I want to find my father. His name is Addison Devose. He used to belong to Ned Hewitt, in Mansfield, Louisiana My mother's name is Rachel. My name is James Hewitt. There are five brothers of us in Texas. If any one knows anything about him, please write to James Hewitt, in care of Rev. W. B. Pullam, Houston, Texas.
DEAR EDITOR: I want to find my people whom I left in Alabama and have not heard from in ten years. I left an uncle named Ephriam Phagens. His wife was Hoppee Merrill. They were at Greenville, Ala., the last I heard of them. My brother was Frank Merrill, my uncle was Charles Merrill. Any information will be thankfully received. Address RHODA DAVIS, Emporia, Kan.
DEAR EDITOR: I want to find my people. My mother was Katie Holmes. She lived in Georgia in 1840. I was stolen from her in 1841 by Sam McCravy. Mother belonged to Bob McDonald. The last I heard of her she was in Jasper, Tex, and belonged to Jim Delany. I left two sisters with mother, Amy Ann Holmes and Mary J. Holmes. I had three sisters brought to Texas, and one brother, Harriet, Rachel, Mary and Denis; who stopped in Victoria, Texas. Another brother and sister were Abraham and Hannah. When last heard from they were in Red River Texas. Another brother was January who married Betsy to W. Hanks, in Victoria, Texas. Mary Jane was left with John Hanks. Harriet had a daughter named Katie. Address any information to Laura Brown, Wharton, Texas.
DEAR EDITOR: I want to find my sister. She used to belong [undecipherable] Obery, and she was sold to some pa[undecipherable] of Louisiana. Her name was Che[undecipherable] Obery. BINIE HARRIS. Wilsonville, Ala.
DEAR EDITOR: I want to inquire for my mother, who was sold from me when I was a baby, in North Carolina, somewhere near Raleigh She was sold to speculators by Addis Lockard, and was supposed to have been carried to South Carolina. She left two children, Isabella and Green; and she had a baby in her arms named Matilda, and was first bought from the Hinton's estate. My father's name was Kit. He is dead. My brother Greene is dead. I was not large enough to know anything about it. I only can speak of the information I can get. I was raised by two well-known servants on the place of Daniel and Healen Lockard. My name is Isabella, and am the wife of Rev. H. C. Dunlap, P. C., in charge of Center Point circuit. Any information will be thankfully received. Address me at Center Point, Ark. ISABELLA DUNLAP.
DEAR EDITOR: I want to inquire if I can find my mother's people who were left in Virginia, Macklinsburg Co. When she was 6 years old she was sold and brought to Texas and her mother also. My mother's name was Racahel Ewps, and she is named Sarah. They are dead now. My mother died here in 1875, and her mother died during slave time, but my mother has some brothers and sisters that she left in Virginia. Brother's name was Jas. Madison; sisters, Permieler, Rose Ewps and others whom I have forgotten. They belonged to a man by the name of Dan Daley in the State of Virginia. Any one knowing any one of these persons will please notify me in the City of Birmingham, Tex. JAMES MADISON, Care of J. Smith.
DEAR EDITOR: I wish to [undecipherable] through your paper for [undecipherable] Peter Whitfield, who left [undecipherable] 1882 and went to Jackson, [undecipherable] My name is Fannie Whitne [undecipherable] my husband is Joe Wh [undecipherable] Any information from him a [undecipherable] care Rev. S. D. Hudson, Abe [undecipherable] Miss.
Dear Editor: I wish to enquire for the two daughters of Edmond and Harriet Evans. Several years before surrender, John S. Cagle bought them from Thos Evans, of Clarke county, Miss. Their names are Mary Jane Cagle and Sarah Cagle. Their father goes by the name of Edmond Blanks now. Any information of their whereabouts will be most thankfully received by, Yours respectfully, THOS. BLAKENEY. Quitman, Miss.
Dear Editor: I wish to find my wife's brother. His name was Patrick Ware. He left Lake George, Yazoo county, Miss., in 1881, and said he was going to Deer Creek. Last heard of him in 1885; he was in Louisiana. His mother is Matilda Scott. His sisters were named Nancy, Lucy and Jossie. His brothers were named George, Ely and Milton. Any information please address to me at Enola, Yazoo county, Miss. Yours, S. H. CANNON.
DEAR EDITOR: I wish to get some information of brother. His name is: Thaddeus M. Smith. He left Galveston year before last; he went from here to Fort Worth, and thence to New Orleans. I have never heard from him since he left here. My name is Robert Smith. If anyone can inform me of my brother, please write to me in care of P. Douglas, Galveston, Texas.
Dear Editor: I wish to hear from my sister, whose name was Charlotte Jones when she lived with me in Henry county, Ga. Our mother's name was Jane Jones. My name was Hannah Jones. My sister left me the second year of the war. Old man Jones sold her to Mr. Jas. Raven, and he sold her to Mr. John Loften. Address me, HANNAH KING, Griffin, Spaulding county, Ga.
Dear Editor: I wish to in[undecipherable] for my father and mother, F[undecipherable] and Amy Nelson. Their o[undecipherable] was once Philip Hale Nelson [undecipherable] at the time I left, 1854, live[undecipherable] Warm Springs, Bumcon Cou[undecipherable] N. C. I was sold to specula[undecipherable] Lawson Franklin and Washing[undecipherable] Allen. At that time I was na[undecipherable] John Nelson. I now go by [undecipherable] name of John Wade. My mot[undecipherable] had fourteen children. My sis[undecipherable] were named, Fannie, Mar[undecipherable] Charity and Maria Nelson; my brothers, Charles, Jerry, [undecipherable]tune and Albert. My aunt's n[undecipherable] was Lettie Nelson. Brother F[undecipherable] and Sister Fannie were sold [undecipherable] Windall D. Nelson. Any information will be thankfully recei[undecipherable] Address me at Gray's Mill, M[undecipherable] JOHN WAD[undecipherable; presumed WADE]
Dear Editor: I wish to inq[uire] for my father. He left Cla[undechiperable] county, Miss., in 1882. His na[me] was Fate Jones. Address MIKE JONES Clinton, La.
DEAR EDITOR: I wish to inquire about my mother's people. She was a native of Virginia, living three miles east of Petersburg. Her name was Sallie Qualls. Her father's was Charley Qualls. Her mother mary, and her grandmothers Sarah and Della. Her sister Julia, and brother Charley. The baby was Peter. Her master was John Qualls and his brother Jesse. She was sold at the age of about ten or eleven years old, in the year of 1856 or '57. Her aunt was lizzie, and she had a daughter named Merrica. Leaving Richmond and going to New Orleans, there they were bought by one Travic, who lived in Copiah Co., Miss., about twelve miles east of Hazelhurst, Miss., on Pearl River. SILVIA CATCHINGS, Bethel, Copiah Co., Miss.
DEAR EDITOR: I wish to inquire for my aunt. Her name was Nancy Davis whom I left at Hanibal, Missouri, about thirty-five or thirty-six years ago or more. I was brought to Middle, Tenn.,, by a speculator whose name was Frank Witherspoon. I used to belong to James Davis, who married a lady by the name of Ellen Tisdale. I went by the name of Mary Susan Davis. My brother's name was Delpha Davis; my mother's husband's name was A. Henry Arnold. We left aunt Nancy behind. If there is any whereabout of her I would be glad to know it. I go by the name of Mary S. Montague. Address me at Morris Chapel, Hardin Co., Tenn. My daughter, Lizzie Montague, is a subscriber of the SOUTHWESTERN. Yours in Christ, MARY S MONTAUE. Morris Chapel, Hardin Co, Tenn.
Dear Editor: I wish to inquire for my brother; his name was Henry Gillum, he was raised in Wilson County, Tenn., near a village by the name of Cainsville. He was bought from Eddy Gillum, by Thomas Harris, and carried South to the State of Mississippi. His father was named Top Sale, and his mother was named Silvia Gillnm. He has two brothers and two sisters by the names of Robert Gillum, Cole Gillum, Ritta Gillum and Hannah Gillum. His whereabouts will be thankfully received. Address me at Murfrees boro, Tenn. Yours, etc., COLE BROWN
DEAR EDITOR: I wish to inquire for my children whom I have not seen in thirty years. I am the mother of four children: William, Jane, Fisher and Victory. William is my oldest son; he left me in New Orleans about six years before the war, with a man by the name of Rodgers. I left my daughter Victory in Lexington, Miss., six years before the war, with Mr. Dement and went to New Orleans. My name at that time was Eliza Dement. My name now is Eliza Harvey. Any information from the above named persons will be gladly received. Address me ELIZA HARVEY. Enterprise, Miss.
DEAR EDITOR: I wish to inquire for my children, one son and daughter. My son was Clabron Partlo, daughter, Caroline Hale Clabron was owned by a Mr. Dempie Pattlo, who lived near Ashville, Ala. Caroline was owned by a Mr. Morton Hale, who lived near Centre, Cherokee County, Ala. I belonged to a Mr. Sam Eckeles in Cherokee County, Ala. Any information will be gladly received. Address me at Kosciusko, Miss. CLABRON KEGTON.
DEAR EDITOR: I wish to inquire for my daughter. Lethia Goins is her name by marriage; Kertaindol was her name by birth. I left her in Oakland, Miss. Her brother was Bob. Address me at Waynesboro, Tenn. CATHERINE KERTAINDOL.
Dear editor: I wish to inquire for my father’s people. Father’s name was Washington William Winbush. He lived in Gr[undecipherable] county, Alabama. His gra[undecipherable] mother's [grandmother's?] name was Millie Har[undecipherable] She belonged to Mr. Page Har[undecipherable] His mother, who is dead, [undecipherable] named Hannah Williams. [undecipherable] delonged to Mr. Charles Williams. His uncles names were Charl[undecipherable] Daniel and Bill Williams, and [undecipherable] longed [belonged?] to Page, Bob, Ned a[undecipherable] Angeline Harris. His uncle Ja[undecipherable] Williams, was put into the cotton press under the block so he could be whipped. He ran away Mississippi and was put in jail. He was then sold to Mrs. Burn[undecipherable]. Sister Tempy Harris belonged [undecipherable] Mr. Noah Harris. Grandmoth[undecipherable] by father was named Edith W[undecipherable] liams [Williams?]. She came to Mississippi with Dave Williams. My broth[undecipherable] is named Daniel Williams. Pe[undecipherable] sons [persons?] having any information wi[undecipherable] please address J.W. Winbush Lexington, Miss.
Dear Editor: I wish to inquire for my mother and father. Nathan and Mimmia Turner, they formerly belonged to Col. Steele, Woodford Co., near Lexington, Kentucky. I had two sisters; Elizabeth and Peggy Turner. I was sold in Lexington, Ky., when I was 12 years of age, and now I am mother of twenty children. My name was Harriet Turner, but I married. My name now is Harriet Bolden. Any information will be thankfully received. Address G. W. Bolden Benton, Yazoo, Co., Miss.
DEAR EDITOR: I wish to inquire for my mother and two brothers. My mother's name was Fannie Barber, my brothers were named Stephen and Levi Barber; they belonged to Charles Lamate, and I was sold to a negro trader; this was in 1851, I being fourteen years old. My mother's master lived in New Orleans at that time; my mother had three children when I was sold, myself and my two brothers. My name has been changed from John Barber to John C. Evans. Address me, at Millbrook, St. Francis county, Ark. JOHN C. EVANS
Dear Editor: I wish to inquire for my relatives. My father was named Jacob Getwood, and my mother was named Ellen Getwood. I was sold to a man by the name of Addison, and he sold me to a Negro trader, who brought me to Mississippi two years before the war. My father and mother formerly belonged to the widow Hener. I left father in Richmond, Va. My Uncle Oby lived in Bolden Green, Carolina county, Va. I heard of him eight years ago. I would be glad to know the whereabout of any of my relatives. Address me at West Station, Holmes County, Miss. DELMORE MCADORY.
Dear Editor: I wish to inquire for my son, Adolph Jackson. He left here in 1881, and the last I heard of him he was in San Antonio. He is my only son. His sister's name is Sarelda Perry. I am a lone widow, and I am getting old. When he left I was widow Butler, and now I am widow Hunter. I have his daughter, Isabella Jackson. Any information will be gladly received. Address MRS. REBECCA HUNTER. Brazos county, Millican, Texas.
DEAR EDITOR: I wish to inquire for my wife's brother, John Young. He lives near Kansas City, Mo , or in the State of Kansas. My wife's name is Margaret Gingard. It has been seven years since she has seen him. His wife's name is Eveline Young. I wish also to inquire for Henderson Pierson, my nephew. I left him in Meridian, Miss. Also for Millie Dounold, who lived at Eggspoint, Washington Co., Miss. S. G. GINGARD. Navasota, Grimes Co., Texas.
DEAR EDITOR: I wish to inquire for the old man Jack Jones. He was the father of twelve children. My name is now Celia Greenwood, but in Virginia I was known as Celia Gatewood. I was born in Fredericksburg. Mother was Winnie Jones, and I was raised by Mr. George Ellis. Mother died and left two boys and two girls. Celia and Joseph were the oldest living; then came Nancy and Benjamin. I was sold from them, and have had no straight news since I should also like to find Lucinda Barbour, a girl who was raised with me, who was living near Forsyth, Ga., when last heard from. Address CELIA GREENWOOD, Care Rev. Willis Greenwood, Ofahoma, Miss.
Dear Editor: I wish to inquire through the columns of your paper for an old lady by the name of Mrs. Martha Stead. She was a faithful member of our church. The last letter I received from her she was in Chatawa, Miss., with her grandson. His name was Henry Wilson. Any information will be thankfully received. Address MARGARET A. WOODLAND Pineville, La.
Dear Editor: I wish to inquire through your paper for my father. His name was Ned Collins. He lived at Douglassville, Texas, but now he lives in North Arkansas. Any information will be thankfully received by ED COLLINS. Walnut Hill, Ark.
DEAR EDITOR: I wish to inquire through your paper for my relatives. For Martha Dickson or Martha Johnson who belonged to John Erven. He lived in Casville county, North Carolina. I have a brother named after my master, John Erven. I left him in the Blue Ridge Mountains, McDow county, on the Western Extension Railroad. I have an uncle named Caleb Erven. I left him in Yansville, N. C. Address me at New Albany Miss. Yours, MOSES ERVEN.
DEAR EDITOR: I wish to make inquiry about my kindred in South Carolina. We left them in 1867, and have not heard from them since. My father's step-mother is is named Lucy Dewalt. She use to belong to the family of Dewalt's, in South Carolina. We left there in the year 1867 on the account of bush-whackers. Mother's sister's name is Derandy Dewalt, and my father's sister's name is Dilcy Dewalt. Address me at Belle Prairie, Yazoo county, Miss. P. S. FOSTER.
DEAR EDITOR: I wish to see if my relatives can be found. I have a father, mother, and one full sister. Father was August Brown, sister, Louisa Brown, three half-sisters were Mary, Eliza, and Harriet Brown, two brothers were Joseph and George Brown. I was born in Maryland, and when eleven years old was brought to Tennessee. I remained there four years, and was taken to Missouri, and after being there two years came to Texas. I was brought to Tennessee by Jose Gamden, a speculator. Jesse Breese was my last owner. This occurred 1858 to 1866. I am about 39 years old. Address me at Roxton, Lamar county, Texas. 37-8t SARAH ANN LEWIS.
DEAR EDITOR: I would like [undecipherable] make an inquiry to see if you ca[undecipherable] find out where my children a[undecipherable] They left me in Mattersville, Mis[undecipherable] and used to belong to Mr. Gu[undecipherable]bol. One was January Grimb[undecipherable] and was sold to a Mr. Johns [undecipherable] Georgia in the year of 184[undecipherable] Beckey Grimbol was sold to D[undecipherable] Pharrias in Alabama. I was so[undecipherable] to Rios Gregg and have been her[undecipherable] in Houston for forty years; now [undecipherable] am so I cannot help myself; n[undecipherable] one to look to. My mother wa[undecipherable] named Becky Polk; she lived o[undecipherable] Raften Creek in South Carolina My aunt was Lucy Moore, and sh[undecipherable] lived on Black River in South Carolina. My sister was named Susan Moore, and she belonged to [undecipherable] Moore too. My brother was Arnee [undecipherable] Butler and lived in Mississippi. My sister was Jane Butler. Her children nursed Dora and Huming; the older was named Tempy My name was Eve Gregg and now my name is Eddie Manual, my husband was named Toby Manual. He died in the year of 1880, and left me by myself in Houston, and now I am too old to make a living for myself. Eddie Manuel, care A. R. Lee, Box 28 Vine street. Houston, Tex.
DEAR EDITOR: I would like to find my nephew, Robert Brown, who left New Orleans, Oct. 20, 1877, for Louisville, Ky. He stopped at Plaquemines, La., and wrote me two letters, but as I was out of the city teaching school at the time, they were not answered until my return home. I wrote but did not receive a reply. I have not heard from him since, although I have traveled and made inquiries at river cities. Address me at Allen, La. D. J. PRICE. 35 6tm
Dear Editor: Mr. Claudie L. Baskett, of Greenwood, Miss., writes asking me to request some of the colored ministers of New Orleans, to inquire from their pulpits, for Mrs. Mary Matilda Isson, one of our old family servants who lives or did live in your city. This is the matter mentioned when meeting you Monday, and which you kindly consented to look into. A kindness to Mrs. Baskett, it will be esteemed a personal favor by Yours truly and fraternally, THOS. R. MARKHAM.
DEAR EDITOR: My brother left St. Charles parish in 1865 with my sister. I found her, but she died with yellow fever. She said when brother was last heard from he was in Dallas, Texas, in 1873. He is 5 feet 2 inches high, has a dark skin, and is now about 41 years old. CELESTIN WILLIS, Care Frank Nelson, Market and Annunciation streets, New Orleans.
Dear Editor: Over twenty years ago my mother got burned and died. She had bought property in the neighborhood of the Poydras Market, in New Orleans. This property was bought in the year 1860, or '61. I had one brother named Martin. He went off after my mother died, and I have not seen him since. I was left with one Mrs. Huterson or a name of that kind. Her husband ran on the river. I did not know what he done. She treated me so cruelly I ran away from her and was raised near Kenner, La. My mother was a Brown, either Jane or Matilda, I don't know which. I know she was a Brown and that she had property. I was about seven years old when she died, I think this was in '63 or '64. My mother came from a part of Louisiana
called Attackapas. Please will you give me information about this matter. I am the wife of Rev. G. W. Staples. He is a member of the East Tennessee Conference. Address G. W. STAPLES. Abingdon, Va.
DEAR EDITOR: Please allow me to inquire for my relatives. My mother was Miilie Stockly; father, Joshua Stockly; my father was a free man but my mother was a slave. My brothers were Gillie, Isaac, Neddie, William, Frank and Juby my sisters were Tilda, Collin, Hannah, Milkie, Ann, Mollie and Martha, my first owner was named Jim Dennis. I was sold from my mother at the age of fifteen I have not seen nor heard of her since, but when I left her she was living in Somerset, Worsted county, Va. My brother was a member of the M. E. Church. My name was Mary Jane Stockly, but am known as Mary Friday. Any information will be gladly receiv d. Address, Julia V. Friday, Waco, Tex.
DEAR EDITOR:-- I wish to make inquiry for my people. My mother's name was Sintey Morton; she is dead, but had one son that was living with her in North Carolina, Hamilton on the Roanoke river. I used to get letters from him shortly after she died, and now it has been fourteen or fifteen years since I heard from him. His name is Dempsey Martin. If this enquired name is found at Robeline. MARY C. CROCKETT.
DEAR EDITOR:--I wish to inquire for my brother who before the war lived at Lost river, Hardy county, West Virginia. His name is Charles Stewart and used to belong to Isaac Chrisman. The last I heard from him he was at Jackson, Miss., living with an old woman called Aunt Betsy Chrisman. Any information concerning my brother will by thankfully received by ARRON STEWARD. Xenia, Greene county, Ohio.
DEAR EDITOR:—I am anxious to find out the where-abouts of my relatives. I left my people in Macon, Georgia. We belonged to Mr. Alexander. My mother belonged to a Mr. Whitemoore. She died before I was sold. My brothers and sisters names are as follows: Jerry Barklin, oldest; brother Henry and Darkis belonged to Mr. John Bagley; also a brother and sister belonged to George Bagley. Martha and I had a young sister her name was Margaret and mother's name was Amelia. Now should this reach any of the above named persons, they will please address Jane Darden, Lauderdale station, Lauderdale co., Miss., care of Rev. Lewsi Eshola.
DEAR EDITOR:—I desire to inquire for my wife. Htr mother left her in Perry county, Alabama, near Mairon. She belonged to Tom Moore, and at his death was sold to Dr. Spencer. Two of her boys came to Texas, and one girl— Bob, Charles and Jane. William, Henry and Manda staid at home. Wife's mother was Adeline. Address. REV. ANDERSON AROLD. Centerville, Texas.
DEAR EDITOR:—I want to find my son; his name was Monroe Harvey; he left Kosciusko, Attala Co., Miss., during the last war. He formerly belonged to John Harvey in Kosciusko. I then belonged to a man by the name of Williamston McAdory. I now live sixteen miles north of Kosciusko with his sister Eliza. Address me at West Station, Miss. CAROLINE MCADORY.
DEAR EDITOR:—I wish to enquire for my people. I left my father in Newton county, forty years ago. Father's name was Jack Keith. Mother's name was Charity. She was bought from the widow Harris, by Bird Saffold together with her two children Elmyra and Tanzadia. Mother and I were brought to Harrison county by Robt. Saffold. Sister was carried to Texas by old Bird Saffold. My brother Joseph Thomas left here 19 years ago and went to New Orleans. I have not heard from him since. Any information will be gladly received Address Elmyra Knight, Handsboro, Miss.
DEAR EDITOR:—I wish to find my mother Betsey Williams, who belonged to James Nichols. Father, Ambrose Moorhead was sold away from her when I was about sixteen years of age, to Tom Morris who carried me to North Carolina; I stayed there two years and then came to Columbus, Miss., and married Daniel Cole. Mother had nine children. Oldest brother was Sam. There was John, Alfred, William, Mary, Ruthy, Ann, Barbara Nichols. Address care Rev. D. Moore, Columbus, Miss. EMILY COLE.
DEAR EDITOR:—I wish to inquire for my brother who before the war lived at Lost river, Hardy county, West Virginia. His name is Charles Stewart and used to belong to Isaac Chrisman. The last I heard from him he was at Jackson, Miss., living with an old woman called Aunt Betsy Chrisman. Any information concerning my brother will be thankfully received by ARRON STEWARD. Xenia, Greene county, Ohio.
DEAR EDITOR:—I wish to inquire for my cousin Thomas Smith. There were five brothers, Handy, Jackson, Moses and Bill Smith. Mother was Elizabeth, father George Smith. The last heard from Thomas he was in St. Louis in 1875. He and Moses went off together in 1866 to Shreveport, Louisiana. Also I wish to learn of R. P. Randolph, who taught Kingston school here 1874. GRANVILLE SMITH. Shady Grove, La.
DEAR EDITOR:—I wish to inquire for my father and my mother, one brother, and three sisters. My father was Edmond, mother Hannah Coleman; my brother Reuben; sisters, Ann, Clara, and Catherine. My brother, Gordon Coleman, is in Mobile, Ala. I left my father and mother in Virginia. I do not know what part, as I was very young when I was sold. My uncle Mumford Reed, one brother and four sisters were sold together. The traders' names Hartzell and Douglass, and they brought us to Mobile, Ala. My name was Sarah Coleman. I am living at Raceland, La. Respectfully, SARAH ARMSTON.
DEAR EDITOR:—I wish to inquire for my father's children, Sarah and Caroline. When last heard from they were in Houston or Galveston, Texas. They belonged to Pickett and Griffin Read. Both were married. Father, Tally Miller, belonged to James Pickett. Mother was Eliza. Address me at Shreveport, La., care S. J. Ziegler. TUAGUE MILLER.
DEAR EDITOR:—I wish to inquire for my kinsfolk whom I left in Franklin county, Tennessee. I have one brother James Uskeg, one sister Phoebe Matthews. Sister belonged to Launts Matthews. France Matthews was a local preacher of the M. E. Church, and had two brothers Austin and Dick. My name was Solomon Matthews, and my wife was Millie. Address SOLOMON OLIVER. Marlin, Texas.
DEAR EDITOR:—I wish to inquire for my people, whom I have
not seen since the war. My father's name was George McDuffy; mother's name was Diana. They had fourteen children: eight girls and six boys, of whom Flora was the oldest. I have never seen her. Their names were Flora, Ann, Silvia, Jane, Harriet, Sarah, Dianna and Mary. My brothers' names were Alexander, Jacob, Isaac, Ben and Charley. Jacob and Charles is dead. Flora's husband was named Friday McIntosh. She lived in Pickens Co., Ala. Ann married Isaac Newton. She had three boys: John, Henry and Isaac. Jane married a man by the name of Peter Bracy, and Sarah married Carol Bracy. My name is John McDuffy; used to go by the name of John McKay, but since the war I go by my father's name. Any informatiou will be thankfully received. Address me JOHN McDUFFY, Care of Rev. J. M. Nevils, pastor of Mr. E. Church, Corinth, Miss.
DEAR EDITOR:—I wish to inquire for my relatives. Mother was Viney Harris, sister Sarah, brothers Fisher and James. They belonged to William Harris, and were carried to Clark county, Alabama. I was but twelve years of age when mother was taken from me, but I cannot name the year. Father was named Littleton, and is dead. Address. JESSE IRVIN. Hockley, Harris county, Texas.
DEAR EDITOR:—I wish to inquire for sister Lucinda Turner, Alfred Bright, Jane Wilson, Emeline Bright and Nathan Bright, whom I left in Clarksville, Texas. Address, in care G. C. Smith, Shady Grove, La. LOUIS TURNER.
DEAR EDITOR:—I would like to make inquiry for my relatives. My name is Charles James. I came to this State in 1864 from Clark county, Ark. I should like to hear of my mother, Rebecca James owned by Wm. James and Mary James. I had a wife and four children. My wife's name at that time was Matilda James. I was married by Rev. Bryant Welch I also had a brother whose name was Steve Welch. Any information sent to me will be thankfully received. Please answer to Carrollton, La., in care of Rev. R. L. Beal. CHARLES JAMES.
DEAR EDITOR:—Some of my relatives were sold from mother and I about eight years before the war about 14 miles east of Spartanburg, South Carolina. Had only two sisters, the oldest was Mag Littlejohn, the other Amanda, mother Milly Littlejohn. They were sold by Billy Littlejohn from the block to speculators, and carried to Spartanburg Court House by Elias Mitchell. They had only one brother named Moses, his father was C. R. Novis. I want to find my sisters. Address me MOSES LITTLEJOHN. Paris, Texas.
DEAR EDITOR— I am looking for my daughter, Mary Isaline. Her master's name was McClurg, of Carroll Co., Miss; and my daugh-ter [daughter] Sally McCorken, that belonged to Andy McCorken, of Carroll Co., Miss. Any information of them will be thankfully received. Ad-dress [Address] me at Nevasota, Texas.MILLIE KANE.
DEAR EDITOR— I wish to find my relations. I left my father and mother in Virginia. They were sold to John Stokes. My father was Zekiel and mother Patchcy, and I remember three brothers. Our old master was Johem Need, and at his death we were sold. The names of my brothers are William, James, Lewis and Henry. My name was Henry. I was sold to Henry Sneed. He took me to South Carolina and sold me to one Bewley, and he brought me to Tennessee. My post-office address is Crossville, Tenn. SNEED BEWLEY.
DEAR EDITOR— I wish to inquire for my mother's people. She was brought to Texas in 1860 by Tom Cunningham. Her husband's name is Manuel Gibbons; my mother's name is Maria Gibbons; her mother's name was Charlotte. They belonged to Tom Cunningham. Mother's step-father was named Jacob Whittley. We left them in Van Buren, Ark. Address me at Stockdale, Wilson Co., Texas. JOHNNY GIBBONS.
DEAR EDITOR— I wish to inquire for my people. My owner and people moved to Mississippi from Chatham Co., N. C. My owner was Jack Reaves, and his wife was Nancy Reaves. His oldest son was named Thomas and others named Brooks and Sam; his daughters were Patchly and Polly Reaves. Uncle Sippa Reaves, his wife and myself belonged to the Reaves family. Uncle had sons named Branton and Robert Reaves. He had a daughter named Anaca, Hannah, Jane. Mother's name was Minnie Ann Molbear. She was taken away from me and carried to Marengo Co., Ala. I had two sisters, Minerva and Priar. My step-father was George Underwood. The last time I saw him he was in Hardemon Co., Tenn., and his mother was on her way to Alabama. I was born in Chatham Co., N. C. Parker Brooks brought me from that State. Address me at Locksburg, Ark. ELISHA BROOKS.
DEAR EDITOR— I wish to inquire for my sister Lucy. She was raised in Virginia many years ago and
sold to a Negro trader when I was quite young. The man that raised us was Daniel Terry; our mother was named Sallie; she belonged to the same man. Our mother died when we were quite young, and our farther was named Moses. He belonged to Jessie Woodson, a Methodist preacher. We were raised about twenty-three miles from the town called Danville about three miles from a place called Spring Garden, in the forks of two creeks, one creek they called it Johnson and the other one called Sweeten Fork, and the entire creek ran into Sandy Creek. Any information will be gladly received. My name is George Terry. I am living in Galveston Tex., corner Tenth and Avenue I.
DEAR EDITOR— I wish to inquire of my people. Mother’s name wasMary Boils. Mother, sister Tena, sister Easter, and brother Simon belonged to Mrs. Nancy Boils, of Monroe county, near Choctaw Bluff, Ala. Sister Martha belonged to Mr. Ker Riley. Sister Palsia and brother George belonged to Mr. Jerry Cloud. I belonged to Miss Nancy Boils, but in the year 1852 she hired me to a Mr. Burden who lived in Mobile, Ala. My name was Jack Boils, but I have changed it now to Jack Robinson. I am a class leader in the Methodist [Methodist] church at Crawfordville, Miss Any information will be thankfully received. Address me at Crawford-ville [Crawfordville], Lowudes county, MissJACK ROBINSON.
Jack Robinson.
DEAR EDITOR— I wish to seek for my mother. Her name was Amanda Gatewood; father's, Preston; sister's, Julia Ann and brother's, Strawther Gatewood. I left them in 1860 in Mount Sterling, Montgomery Co., Ky. Any information will be thankfully received by me at Dallas, Texas, care of Rev. H. Swann. JOHN GATEWOOD.
DEAR EDITOR—Allow me space to inquire for my relatives. My mother went by the name of Su-sanna [Susanna] Suckey. She belonged to Mr. Kirer Henly. The last time I saw her was at Perry county, before the war. I lived at Mr. Griffin's, on Dog River. My mother came through to see me, but did not get to see me, and went to Choctaw county. That was the last I heard of her. My brothers were named George and Lewis. I left them at Mississippi City, with Allen Henly. The last time I heard of them they had gone to Texas with Allen Hen-ly [Henly]. My oldest sister's name was Minerva; youngest sister's, Jane or Julia. Minerva went to Texas with Tolbert Henly, and Jane went with Mr. McLean, from Perry county. If any information can be given of the whereabouts of the above it will be thankfully re-ceived [received]. Write to me at Moss Point, Jackson county, Miss. I used to go by the name of Thomas Henly, but am now called THOMAS WILLIAMS.
DEAR EDITOR—I am anxious to hear of my kinfolks. I left them in North Carolina in 1859. My mother was Peggy Connor. Father was sold from mother in 1858. We lived in Madison county. I had three brothers, Alex, Chemond and Rue, and two sisters, Sarah and Caroline. Brother Alex was sold to a man in Charlotte, S.C. I have a sister Betsey, who was sold to a trader named James Davis. Mr. Davis bought me, carried me Richmond, Virginia, and sold me to Ed Foltz, who brought me to Mississippi. I am still living with him at Duck Hill, Miss. I used to go by the name of Noah Connor, but now take the name Foltz. I have eight children living, and one dead. I had a step father Sias Connor. Master had two sons Harry and Charles when I was sold. Address NOAH FOLTZ. Duck Hill, Miss.
DEAR EDITOR—I am hunting for mother and sisters. I left them in Westman county, Virginia, in the year 1837, with a man by the name of Ben Lamking. Mother's name is Sallie Roberson, and my sisters names, Mary Robinson, Martha Robinson and Betty Robinson. My name, Charlotte Woods, since married. If any information of those above names can be given, I am willing to pay five dollars. Address to Manchac postoffice, East Baton Rouge, La. S.S. WRIGHT.
DEAR EDITOR—I am seeking the whereabouts of my Uncle Jonah Hartly. Mr. Edwin A. Glover bought him from his first owner, Capt. Hartly, and brought him to Texas. Uncle being very sickly, and unable to work, he sent him back to Alabama, Marengo Co., about one year before emancipation. He left his wife here. Her name is Mary Ann. My mother, Jonah's sister, is named Sear, and my father's name is Frank Jackson. Preachers and readers, sympathize with me in my search for my uncle, Jonah Hartly, and if found, address me at San Felipe, Austin Co., Texas. W. H. Jackson
DEAR EDITOR—I am the young-est [youngest] child of our family, and wasborn in Franklin county, Virginia.My first owner's name was JamesCaloway, of Franklin. I was soldwhen quite a girl. My name isSally Caloway and mother's wasJudy Caloway. Mother died whenI was about five years old. I am atwin child, the boy died. I leftthree brothers, William, Washing-ton [Washington] and Jerry. My sister's namesare Harriet and Jane. Harriet be-longed [belonged] to Billis Leftridge. Janebelonged to Jim Taylor, who had ason named Sealt Taylor. AfterJames Caloway died we were di-vided [divided], and I became the servant ofhis son, Tom Caloway. My thirdowner was Chatten Pollet, of thesame county and State. My uncle'sname was George Caloway; hedied on the railroad. Aunt's namewas Matilda ; she belonged to LuteTumble, but is dead. Grandmother's [Grandmother's] name was Jennie Calowayand she was alive when I left home.Address me at Corpus Christi,Texas. MRS. SALLIE WARNER.
DEAR EDITOR—I ask a space in your paper to inquire about my brother who left Choctaw agency, Jan., 9th, 1879. His aim was to go to Arkansas. He wrote to us on the 29th of January from Granada and said he would write [undecipherable] when he got to a town called [undecipherable] such a man is [undecipherable], dear reader, please address me at Choctaw Agency, Oktibbeha county, Miss., stating your post office, State and county. I remain yours, respectfully, J. H. CAIN
DEAR EDITOR—I desire informa-tion [information] of my people, I was sold in Richmond, Va., about 1858, at the death of my owner. My native home is in Caroline Co., Va. Dick White was my owner. I had seven sisters—Harriett Ann, Sarah, Emi-ly [Emily], Ellen, Lucinda, Jemima and Maria; and three brothers—Henry, Dennis and Robert. Harriett mar-ried [married] and is now Harriett White, Mother's name is Mary Green, and father's Robert Green. We were all sold in Richmond, Va., about the year 1858. I was sold to Solo-mon [Solomon] Davis, who kept a traders' yard, and then was sold to Wm Gaines, who brought me to Gaines' Landing, Ark., on the Mississippi river, where I am now living. Any information of the above will be gladly received. Please address me at Mayersville, Issaquena Co, Miss. R.D. GREEN.
DEAR EDITOR—I desire information concerning my father, Caesar Jackson, who was sold from Richmond, Va., about twenty years ago. When last heard from he was in Arkansas. He wrote to mother that if she would come to him he would send for her. We have not heard from him since. Any information concerning him will be thankfully received by his eldest daughter, Martha, daughter of Mary and Caesar Jackson. Mother used to belong to Thomas Booth, and was sold by the speculators. I am now a widow with one child. Address me MRS. MARTHA BROWN, Columbus, Miss.
DEAR EDITOR—I desire information concerning my long lost mother, father and brother, Mary, Julius and Dick Taylor. The last heard from they lived with Judge Taylor, Ouachita parish, Louisiana, In dividing the property I fell to Asa Wright, and was brought to Texas 48 years ago. I have not heard from them since. I hope dear friends in Alabama and Louisiana will sympathise with me in my search. Address me as. MAJOR JAMES WRIGHT. Luling, Texas.
DEAR EDITOR—I desire information concerning my wife's brother, John Young. My wife is named Margaret. John Young used to live in Kansas. The last we heard of him he belonged to J. W. Lock, in Sumter Co., Alabama. Henderson Pierson, my nephew, I left in Meridian, Miss. We used to belong to Silas Ruff, in South Carolina. Millie Donald lived in Washington Co., Miss. If found please address me at Navasota, Grimes, Co., Texas. REV. SAMUEL GINYARD.
DEAR EDITOR—I desire information from my mother, sisters and brothers. Mother's name was Millie Bolds. Sisters' names were Venus, Liddy, Esther and Hannah Bolds; brothers' names, William and Aaron Bolds. Father, John Bolds, died in 1862. My oldest sister and brother Aaron were sold to a man in South Carolina. I was too young to remember the man's name that bought them. Mother and sisters Liddy and Esther left with Grant's army when he made his raid through Mississippi. Brother William ran off in 1861 from the Bolds. I left my youngest brother in Sherrer, Madison Co., Mississippi. I used to go by the name of Dick Bolds, but I have changed it to RIchard Collins. Any information of the above will be gladly received. Address me at Lake Providence, East Carroll parish, La., in care of J. A. Gla. RICHARD COLLINS.
DEAR EDITOR—I desire information of my father, seven uncles and one aunt named Winnie. My father's name was James McMichael My uncles' names: Henry, Charles, Joshua, Frank, Bob, and Caleb. They all belonged to young George McMichael, in St. Helena parish, La. My mother, Bettie Hughes, belonged to Charles Hughes. They were taken away from St. Helena parish shortly after they were married and brought to Vernon parish, La., about 1856. I received one letter from my father about two years after the surrender in 1867. If found or any information received please address me at Burkeville, Newton Co., Texas. J. McMICHAEL.
DEAR EDITOR—I desire information of my long lost relatives, sisters and brother. My sisters' names were Ann and Caroline Werren, and my brother's Ben Warren. Our mothers' name was Nancy and father's Ben Warren. Our sister Ann was sold to a man on Red River by the name of Arthur. Sister Caroline was carried to North Carolina by a Methodist preacher named John Pertora, brother-in-law of John Werren. Any information of the above will be thankfully received. MRS. BETTIE HOWELL, St. Peter Church, Donaldsonville, La.
DEAR EDITOR—I desire information of my sister. Her name is Florence Henry. Her mother's name is Kell Carter. Last heard from she was in Bryan. Any information concerning her whereabouts will be thankfully received. Address me in care of Rev. A. M. Gregory, Waco, Texas. B. J. HENRY.
DEAR EDITOR—I desire information of two brothers of mine, somewhere in Louisiana, named Belford and Patsy Mixon. Another brother here is Sandy Carter. The brothers were about 48 or 50 years old. I am a younger son of Sandy Donahoe, live ten miles west from here. B. F. DONAHOE, Beauregard, Copiah, Co., Miss.
DEAR EDITOR—I desire some information from my folks. I used to belong to the Goodrich's. I came out here with Dr. I. M. Goodrich, to Montgomery, Texas, from Davidson county, Tenn. I left my mother with Squire Ed. Goodrich. I have a sister and brother. My sister's name is Georgiana; my mother's name was Louisa; Brother, William Wesley. I have not heard from them since I left. My stepfather's name was Caesar Hamilton. George and Arthur Goodrich are the names of my uncles. The ministers in this part of Tennessee will please read this out to their congregations. FELIX AUSTIN, Alexandria, La., care Rev. H. J. Wright.
DEAR EDITOR—I desire to inquire for my father, Daniel Lipskin. My mother was named Lucinda, and belonged to John Bertis. Her oldest daughter was named Patsy. The next were Matilda, Violet, and Leathey, one of the twins, My first name was Doctor Bertis, and I was sold to old Bill Littlejohn. The others were Anderson, Berry, Patience, Jane, Adaline, Mary, and Felix Bertis, and a brother named Olmstead Wood, and a half sister named Narcisse Lipskin, who used to belong to old Betsy Lipskin. Any information of them will be thankfully received. Address me at Paris, Lamar county, Texas. DOCTOR LITTLEJOHN.
DEAR EDITOR—I desire to know of my father and mother, Silas and Mary Carter. I was sold from them35 years since, to Rob't. Seward, in Richard, Va. Have never heard from them yet. I went to Texas with Seward, who died, and I was sold to Gen. Armstead, whence I came to Mississippi. Had four brothers and one sister. Sister's name is Margaret Carter, oldest brother, Henderson Carter. Ad-dress [Address] me at Oxford, Lafayette Co., Miss. MARY FERGUSON
DEAR EDITOR—I desire to make inquiry for my kin people, father, mother, three sisters, and three brothers. I have not seen them since I was sold from them in 1863. I belonged to John L. Thomas Whitehead. My father is Levi Williams. My mother's name is Matilda Williams. I left them living with Dr. Ben. Whitehead, in Franklin county, Miss. My sisters are Sarah, Ellen, and Mary. My brothers, George and Tom. Address me at Montgomery, Texas. HENRY WILLIAMS.
DEAR EDITOR—I desire to make inquiry for my people through the SOUTHWESTERN. I left them in Jefferson Co., Virginia. Father's name was Jarreth Booman. He belonged to a widow woman, who lived on the public road from Charleston to Shepherd's Town. Mother's name was Leanah Booman. She belonged to Bill Clevan, and was sold and left five children, Isaac, Alfred, Eastram, Karreth and Kissey. Sister Kissie lived at Ekleborger. Brother Karreth lived with Wm. Lock. I had an aunt who lived with Robert T. Brown. She had two children, William and Frances Wheeler. I was brought to Texas by a trader. Any information of the above will be thankfully received. My name used to be Martha Booman. Address me at Brenham, Washington Co., Texas. L. S. DECKARD.
DEAR EDITOR—I have been away from my relatives a long time and have not heard from them in a good many years. It any one knows Ambrose Poter or Harriet Poter, his wife, father and mother of Martha, William, James, Thornton, Sallie, and Maria Bradford, please notify them that I live in Starkville, Miss., and am very anxious to hear from them. Please request all the preachers who take your paper to inquire for the above persons and if found please tell them to write. MARTHA BARDWELL, Starkville, Miss.
DEAR EDITOR—I hope that you can be of assistance to me in looking up my relations whom I left in South Carolina in the year 1856. I came from York City, S. C. My master's name was Bob McCloy. He died and I was sold at public sale with my entire family, consisting of father, mother, brothers and sisters. Mrs. Wm. Robinson bought father and mother. Father's name was Jason and mother's Rosa. My eldest brother, Jim, was a shoemaker. A man by the name of Hearn bought him. Hearn kept a tan yard. My other brothers' names are George, Jake, Sam, Bill, Jack and Dan: sisters', Margaret and Jane. I left a wife with five children; her name was Martha and belonged to Edward Burse. Brothers Dan, Bill and Sam were sold to traders; the rest of the family were bought by the citizens. I am very anxious to hear from my family. My address is Anderson, Grimes Co., Texas. JASON McCLOUD
DEAR EDITOR—I left a mother. brother, sister and father in North Carolina, in Lexington, Davison county. My mother I left in Davis county. She belonged to Benjamin Marrial. My brother, Henderson Gaust, I left at J. P. Mabra's, in Lexington. He was a servant in J. P. Mabra's hotel at that time, and his wife was Harriet. I also left my sister in Davidson county. She belonged to John Miller, and lived on his plantation, near Miller's cross roads, in Jersey's settlement. Her husband was Gust. Miller. He had two sons, Alex. and Lenza, and one daughter; I have forgotten her name. My youngest sister, Diana Marial, belonged to Johnson Marial, and he sold her to a negro trader, and the last account I had of her, she came down South. Address T. Blake, Pitts' Bridge, Burleson county, Texas, or at Tunis P. O., Burleson county.
DEAR EDITOR—I want some information about my people. Mother's name was Ann, fathers Fanshon Cox, and they belonged to Dr. Morris, Caroline Co., Virginia. My sister Caroline was one year and a half younger than I am; another, Lucy Grimes, married a free man. I had a brother, Randall Morris; Jeff belonged to Hector Davis and came to Louisiana in 1842. I was sold from Louisiana to Texas, by Jimmy Suton. If this reaches any of my people they can address me. LONDON MORRIS. Monthalia, Gonzales Co, Texas.
DEAR EDITOR—I want to enquire for my father. He went from Franklin Co., Miss., about 1859 to Alabama with a man by the name of Doctor Baker, who was said to be his young master. My father's name was Milzes Young. I learn that after he left here he went by the name of Milzes Arber. I now go by the name of Dock Young and am his youngest son. Address me in care of George Torrey, Union Church, Jefferson Co., Miss. DOCK YOUNG.
DEAR EDITOR—I want to find my brother Abraham Stewart. We belonged to Robert Malloy in Louisiana. He went off with Gen. Banks troops in 1862, and we were brought to Texas, and have not heard from him since. Ten other slaves belonging to the same master went with him. I will pay ten dollars to the finder of my brother. WASH STEWART. Williamsburg, Texas.
DEAR EDITOR—I want to find my father. He left us about two years before emancipation. We once belonged to a man named Ben Jvy, near Livingston, Sumpter Co., Ala., next to John T. Smith. I know the old man is old and needs his children to work for him. The oldest was Judy, next Patrick, Ransom, Cora, Peter and Emma Ivy. We are all living in Meridian together, and able to care for our father. Mother died two years ago. Address R. N. IVY, Meridian, Miss.
Dear Editor—I want to find my kin people. I left them in Matthews country, Virginia. My mother’s name is Polly. She belonged to Bod Sibley. My father belonged to Billy Brumby; his name was Dick Cash. My older sister’s name is Rosetta, the next Judy. When I left them I went by the name of Sarah Sibeley, but now I am Sarah Baker. My next sister’s name is Mary Sibeley, the next Hester Sibeley, Lizey Sibely, Julian Sibeley. My youngest brother’s name is Peter Sibeley. If any information is received address me at Plantersville, Grimes Co., Texas.
DEAR EDITOR—I want to find my nephew Taylor Farrow. His mother is Harriet Farrow, his father Sam Farrow. Taylor used to live in New Orleans. I am very anxious to learn of their whereabouts. Address me at this place in care of Bev. M. T. Fairfax, Mandeville, La. CATHERINE GRAY.
DEAR EDITOR—I want to inquire about a Baptist preacher living in Little Rock, Arkansas, by the name of Timins Gray. I know two of his sisters and one brother belongs to the M. E. Church, but they live forty miles from me. Their names are Joanna and Margaret and Johnny Rolins; their father's name was Uriah Rollins. They belonged to Billy Rollins. These children and Rev. Gray are only half brothers and sisters by father's side. Gray's mother's name was Peggie. They have one uncle name Anderson Roberts. If any of the preachers of the M. E. Church know Rev. Gray they will oblige me by sending him this letter. Address me at Pattison Station, Texas. PROF. W. H. JACKSON.
DEAR EDITOR—I want to inquire for my brother and sister. Their names were Eli Wilson and Elizabeth Wilson. My name is James Wilson. Our owner's names were Thomas Pearce and Patsey Pearce. They moved to Little Rock, Mo., about 33 years ago. Any information about my people wil be gladly received. My address is now Newburgh, Ind. JAMES WILSON.
DEAR EDITOR—I was born in Virginia, about ten miles from Richmond, near James River. My owner was Stephen Johnson. Father was Samuel Rhode; sisters Mary Jane, Eliza and Sarah Rhode;brothers John, James, Nelson, Jor-dan [Jordan], Wilson and Uriah. Master'schildren were William, Thomas,Flemer, Hannah, Sarah and NancyJohnson. My name was MalindaRhode, but I married, am now awidow, the mother of seven chil-dren [children], and all dead but one. Addresscare St. Paul Church, Shreveport,La. MALINDA JONES
DEAR EDITOR—I was raised in Albermarle county, Virginia, and I belonged to Clifton Brown, a Methodist preacher. He had three sons Taze, Thomas and William. William was the youngest. He had two daughters, Virginia and Susan Brown. Virginia married George Terril. My old boss gave me to his daughter Virginia when she married, and her husband sold me in Charlotteville, Virginia, to a speculator who brought me to Mississippi. I left my father., Isaac Jamison, in Charlotteville and my mother with my old boss. Her name was Peggy Brown. I had four sisters, Manda, Sally, Martha and Linda. Manda was sold before I left, Linda was a child by father's first wife. I had four brothers, Allen, Minor, Kenley and Tarry—the last named being first wife's sons. My name was Caroline Brown, but is now Caroline Hogan. Address me at Starkville, Miss., care of Rev. Warren McDonald.
DEAR EDITOR—I wish information about my mother and sisters. I have two sisters, Mary and Eliza. Mother's name is Mary Burans. My brothers' names are Patrick and Pary Augustus. I left them in Russville, Kentucky, thirty years ago and have never heard from them. They all belonged to Mr. Burans. Any information will be thankfully received. Address me in care of Rev. W. B. Pullam at Houston, Texas. W. M. STEWARD.
DEAR EDITOR—I wish information of mother, sisters, and one brother. Mother's name was Millie Mills; sisters, Ailsey and Louisa Mills. Brother Isham was the youngest; was owned by Jonathan Mills. He moved from Mississippi to Johnson county, Texas, during the war, near Alvarado. Jonathan Mills used to attend Court regularly in Buchanan. I judge by that that he was a lawyer. I am the oldest of the children living, My name was Elmira Mills. Was stolen from mother by Hosea Stephens, to whom I was hired, soon after freedom. Mother lived six miles away from me, with a family whose name I forget. This man Stephens told me that mother was dead. Any information concerning them would be thankfully received. Direct to Elmira Mills, in care of M. Henson, Glass box 275 1/2 Austin, Texas.
DEAR EDITOR—I wish information of my brothers Ellis and John Dickens. They were owned by James Cummings, Rapides parish, Louisiana, eight miles below Alexandria on Red River. E. J. DICKENS, Fairfield, Freestone county, Texas.
DEAR EDITOR—I wish to enquire about my brother, Thomas Turner. He was born in Baltimore, Md., was brought to New Orleans by Wm. Lusby and sold to Judge Cage who gave him (Turner) to his son in law, Harry Hays. Our mother's name is Hannah Turner; father's name Orange Turner. We were three brothers, Albert, Chas. Henry and Louis Turner. We had two sisters, Mary Melvina and Eliza Turner. Any information of the whereabouts of the above will be gladly received. Address me at Camp Parapet, care of Rev. John Brown, Carrollton, La. CHARLES HENRY TURNER.
DEAR EDITOR—I wish to enquire about my wife and children. They were owned by Dr. John Tarlton, who lived at Bayou Boeuf, below Morgon City or Brashear. He sold them to a man that carried them to Texas. I have heard that it was Alleyton, Colorado, but but do not know certainly. My wife's name was Lucinda Jemison before I had her. We had seven children: two boys, and Milly and Cella Ray two girls. Any information I can get as to their whereabouts will be gladly received by their father. Address, NELSON RAY, La Teche, St. Mary Parish, La.
DEAR EDITOR—I wish to enquire after my grandmother. Her name is Charity Sanders. She belonged to Late Sanders in Noxubee county, Miss. She has three children in Texas, Mabalie, Armand, Jake. J. B. STEWART, JR. Greenville, Hunt county, Texas.
DEAR EDITOR—I wish to enquire after my kinfolks, my father aunts and cousins. My father's name was Isaac Sutton, my two aunts Miranda and Harriett Sutton. Four cousins, James, Mary, Emma, and Ransome Sutton They belonged to Mr. James Sutton, in Tennessee, Lafayette County, near Macon. I belonged to Nancy Grais. I left them there in 1852. If any one can find their whereabouts or any of them, why please address me at Washington, Arkansas. E.E. SUTTON.
DEAR EDITOR—I wish to enquire after my mother. She used to belong to Powell Harold, Bertel county, N. C., her name is Margaret, her mother's name is Liddie. My mother was sold to Mrs. Pollie Johnson and carried to Texas. I think somewhere near Galveston. I am her only child to my knowledge. BRANTLEY HAROLD. Hazelhurst, Miss.
DEAR EDITOR—I wish to find my friends, whom I left in Virginia. To my best knowledge it was in 1859 or 1860. I belonged to Thomas B. Stewart. My name is Eliza Tolds, my mother [indecipherable] Dogans. I had five sisters, Susan, Lizzie, Elie, Hannah and Milly; three brothers, Shelton, Blackwell and William Brown. I left my baby, Peter, 13 months old, with Miss Nancy Stewart. I lived in Farquhar courthouse. I had an uncle named Spencer, and three cousins, Godfield, Sandy and Jack Lewis. I now go by the name of Ella Smith. Address me at Ofahoma, Leake county, Miss., care Rev. C. Stewart.
DEAR EDITOR—I wish to find my people, whom I left at Webster and Louisville, Winston county, Miss., at the close of the war. We belonged to Mr. Isaac Sanders. My father was Israel Sanders. Mother was Caroline Sanders. She had fourteen children. William, Henry, James, George, Jack, Jennie, Catherine, Willie, Elijah and Robert Sanders. Father is now dead; but mother and I are living two miles north-west of Webster, Miss. Brother Henry and G. W. Sanders and sister Millie all live in Winston county where my three brothers left us. He went off with the yankee soldiers and said they were going to Vicksburg. A cousin Hanna, aunt Matilda Sanders daughter went with them. Any information will be gladly received. Address E. W. Sanders, Winston Co., Miss.
DEAR EDITOR—I wish to find my sister through your paper, by which many thousands have been able to see each other again. Her old name was Darkens Taylor, but she afterward went by the name of Maria Walker. She had, including myself, four brothers—Sam, Peter and Jeff; and a sister—Amy. A sister and mother are dead. We all belonged to to Louis Taylor, in Bell county, Texas. Two brothers live in Austin, where she left ustwelve years ago. I lived at Austin until I joined the conference. Ad-dress [Address] me, Box 109, Huntsville Texas. REV. B. M. TAYLOR
DEAR EDITOR—I wish to find my sister, Charlotte Thompson. She used to belong to Jack Thompson, and came from Pontotoc, Mississippi. She left Waco with a hotel keeper named Beard, a year or two before the war closed. I will be under many obligations for any information concerning her. My name was Fanny Thompson. I had two sisters Charlotte and Maria, and a brother Jake. Address, FANNY MOSS Waco, Texas. care Rev. A. M. Gregory.
DEAR EDITOR—I wish to find my son who left me the third year after surrender. He went from Tehula, Miss., to Alabama; to what part I cannot say. I used to belong to Jeff Poole. My son had, when he left, five sisters, viz: Louisiana, Masourria, Sophronia, Mary and Laura, and four brothers, viz: Tom Fletcher, Sam Moore and Hamilton Wright. His father's name was Peter Moore and his name was Peter Moore, Jr. He left a wife by name of Chloe on Col. Johnson's place near Tehula. Henry I. Richmond is his stepfather and was when he left. Any information about him will speak peace to a troubled mother. Address me in care of Rev. G. W. Beamon, Howard, Miss. MARY J. RICHMOND.
DEAR EDITOR—I wish to find where my friends are. Their names are Weslie, Bill, Jim, Cornelius, Richard, and Ella Francis Horton. They are all brothers and sister whom I left in West Point, Green county, Georgia. To the best of my recollection Wesley Horton's age is about 50, Bill 48, Jim 47 1/2, Cornelius 38, Richard 25, Ella Francis 27. James and Wesley I heard were in Warren county, Georgia. I am acquainted with their brother, Charley Horton. Address me at Conway, Faulkner county, Arkansas. JAMES R. SAXTON.
DEAR EDITOR—I wish to get some information concerning my wife's mother. Her name was Malvinny. She once belonged to Press Grove. My wife had four sisters and one brother — Dollie, Mary, Eliza, Martha, Elmira and Edward. My wife was left with her grand-mother, whose name is Mary Jackson. Her husband's name is Andrew Jackson. My wife's mother went to Helena, Ark. My wife's name was Roseana Henderson, but she is now Rose Anna Golden. Any information will be gladly received. Address me at Grenada, Miss. P.S. GOLDEN.
DEAR EDITOR—I wish to inquire about my father, brother and sister. Fathers name was George McField; brothers George M. Balaguer, sisters Margret. She married Wm. Dobby. I left father near Atlanta Ga, August, 1860, and brother about the same time near Decatur Ga. I left sister and husband in Chattanooga, Tenn, in the year 1865. I belonged to Tom Medlock, and went by the name of Jack Medlock. Any information of their whereabouts will be gladly received by. JOHN MEDLOCK. Care J. M. Nevils, Ripely, Miss.
DEAR EDITOR—I wish to inquire about my mother, whom I left in Walker county, Alabama. Her name was Eliza Malone. She was sold by Thomas Hill Malone to Dr Kyzar. There were three brothers of us, and four sisters living at that time, Joshua, John, Ambray, and Litt. My sister's names were Rosetta, Mary Ann, Lucrecia, and Fannie Malone. I left them during the war in Alabama. I am now living in Dallas, Texas. For further information address Litt Malone, of Dallas, Texas, in care of Rev. H. Swann.
DEAR EDITOR—I wish to inquire about some of my lost relatives. I have two brothers and two sisters. My brothers are named Madison Lord and James Alvest Lord. When last heard from they were living in Bayou Sara, La. My oldest sister. Eliza Elizabeth Lord, when last heard from was somewhere in Alabama. My other sister, Ellen Mahoney Lord, when last heard from was living in South Carolina. Our father's name is Sam Brown; my mother's Betty Brown. My mother and all the children belonged to one Wm. Lord and I have a number of relatives living in Holly Springs, Miss. I have an uncle named Affellow Monroe. When last heard from he was living in Philadelphia. Any information of any or all of them will be gladly received. Address me at Bryan, Brazos Co., Texas. REBECCA LORD.
DEAR EDITOR—I wish to inquire as to the whereabouts of my daughter Kittie, whom I left with her mother, Hettie, in Tallahatchie Co., Mississippi, three miles from Oakville in 1850. Kitty was the only child when I left there. I came away with Nathan Reed. If she is living she will be 31 years of age this coming August. I left them with one Moses Peterson. I heard after I left there that her mother married one Jim Jones. Her mother had one sister named Kittie, who lived with one Darby, in Yalabusha Co., near Oakville. Please address me at Prairie Lea, Caldwell Co., Texas.
GEORGE REED.
DEAR EDITOR—I wish to inquire for a friend, Carter Key. She belonged to James Key, and lived in Macon Co., Ala, 7 or 8 years ago. She had 11 children, Gabe, Rye, Bob, Jack, Elbert and others. Her daughter Amanda I wish to find. Address me at Waelder, Texas. R. A. McVEA.
DEAR EDITOR—I wish to inquire for a woman named Caroline, who belonged to a man in the Cherokee Nation, Indian Territory, named Hawkins, who sold her to John Smith, or "Goggle-eyed" Smith, as he was commonly called. Smith took her from the Nation to Texas, and sold her again. The whole family belonged to Delanos before they were scattered and sold. Her mother's name was Letta; father's, Samuel Melton; children's names, Amerietta, Susan, Esau, Angeline, Jacob, Oliver, Emeline and Isaac. If any one of your readers hear of such a person, they will confer a favor on her dear sister, Amerietta Gibson, by addressing me at Independence, Kas., P. O. Box 94. WM. B. AVERY, Pastor
DEAR EDITOR—I wish to inquire for kindred. My father is Briden Jones and belonged to widow Jones in North Carolina, Wake county. My mother's name is Betty Howell. She belonged to Thomas Howell, and was sold to Robbin Williams, and he carried me to Tennessee about 30 years ago. I staid there until 1869, and came out to Mississippi. I have 4 sisters and 5 brothers. Namely, the oldest is Daniel and I am next to him and my name is Casswell, Daniel, Brittain, James, George; sisters' Ann, Lizer, Julia, Mary. Please to address at Belle Prairie, Yazoo county, Miss. C. JONES.
DEAR EDITOR—I wish to inquire for Millie Nemar and Mary Braxton. I have here a boy that left New Orleans about four years ago by the name of Shadrlick Braxton, who says he has sisters by the above names and would like to get information concerning them. M. M. MCKINNEY Granada, Miss.
DEAR EDITOR—I wish to inquire for mother, father, brothers and sisters. Mother's name was Rachel Gorden; sister's, Susan Gorden; brother's, Anderson Gorden; own father's, Harrison Carter; stepfather's, Luke Gorden. We all belonged to Tom and Sallie Gorden, in Nansemond county, Virginia My name at that time was Lydia Gordon. Address me at Vaiden, Miss., in care of Rev. J. C. Skinner. LYDIE WILKINS.
DEAR EDITOR—I wish to inquire for my aunt Peney Corson. When she left Georgia, in 1855 she had a daughter named Eveline, a twin Matilda, and another named Malinda. When last heard from she was below Hallettsville. Address me at West Point, Texas. R. LENFORD.
DEAR EDITOR—I wish to inquire for my aunt, Delia Stover. She belonged to Capt. Stover about 29 years ago, as near as I can remember. She has a brother named Jack Powe, who used to go by the name of Jack Stover. Just before Capt. Stover's death he made a will, and my aunt and father were separated. Aunt fell to Bob Gordon's wife and was carried to Texas in 1852. Her husband's name is Jim Paper. She now goes by his name. Father received three letters from her about five years ago, in which she spoke of us moving to Texas. We have written several letters, but only received three. The last we heard of her she was in Fairfield, Freestone county, Texas, where she said to direct her letters, which we did but failed to hear from her. It has been five years since we heard from her. She has five children, Andy, Henry, Ransopher, Martha and Adam. Aunt's mother's name is Judy. Please address me at State Line, Miss. B. POWE.
DEAR EDITOR—I wish to inquire for my brother and cousin. My brother left Davis' Quarter in 1883; my cousin left in 1880. Brother is John Walter Lampkin; we called him Zobe Lampkin. Mother is Martha Ragg. Father was Sam Lampkin. Cousin goes by the name of John Davis. His father was Tobe Davis. His mother was Eliza Davis. She married since he left to Mingo, Hudson. Any information will be thankfully received. Address J. W. Lampkin, Sturges, Miss.
DEAR EDITOR—I wish to inquire for my brother and sister. My brother was Tom Oliver, Mr. Oliver sold him on account of his wife. His wife's name was Mary. He had three children. Two were twins, Mary and Martha, and the boy was Tom Showles. Tom Oliver was sold to Hilley Sawes when we started to Texas. One sister by the name Matilda belonged to Harvey Williams, my father died in 1873, his name was Tom Oliver. The last I heard of Bro. Monroe he lived in Washington county. My name is MILLIE OLIVER. Marlin, Texas.
DEAR EDITOR—I wish to inquire for my brother one more time. My brother's name is Edward Allington; mother's, Emeline Gray; stepfather's, Jordan Gray. I have one sister living, Harriet Gadberry. Sister Mary Ann Gray is dead. She died in the year '68. We all belonged to Mrs. Angelo Chew, and lived in Georgetown, D. C. We were brought South in '60 or '61, and left brother behind. I have heard from him several times by letter, but not for a long time. I used to go by the name of John Gray, but my right name is John Colbert Skinner. I think brother is somewhere about Georgetown or Washington, D.C. Please address me at Vaiden, Miss. J. C. SKINNER
DEAR EDITOR—I wish to inquire for my brother, Andy Maury, and sisters Rachel and Ann Maury, Mother's name is Mary Maury. Father's name was Louis Alston— he belonged to Mr. John Alston, of Calhoun county, Ala. We all lived on Choctaw Creek, Calhoun country, Ala. The last I heard from them (in 1868) mother was dead; brother and sister were living. My mother, brother, two sisters and myself belonged to Mr. Britton Maury, of Benton, Calhoun country, Ala. At the death of Mr. Maury I was sold and brought out here by Mr. Burks. Andy was brought to Mississippi by Mr. L. Williams, and I have not heard from him since. Address me at Okolona, Chickasaw Co., Miss. HENRY MAURY.
DEAR EDITOR—I wish to inquire for my brother, Martin Lipcombe. His mother's name is Nancy Gaines. He had two uncles, Elick and Washington Gaines; two brothers, Thomas and Alfred Gaines; and two sisters, Betsie and Martha. Since the war Thomas goes by the name of Thomas Pierce. Betsie belonged to Mrs. Walker, of Mobile, and was known as Betsie Walker. Martha was known as Martha Gaines. The last time I saw him was in Mobile, where he was staying with a Mr. Wagner, and was carried to Texas by Frank Lipcombe He left me before the war. Please address me at State Line, Miss. THOMAS PIERCE.
DEAR EDITOR—I wish to inquire for my daughter. Her name was Harriett Roberts. She belonged to Rev. Lewis Roberts, who lived on Wolf River, 25 miles from Memphis, Tenn. My husband was named Isaac Roberts. I was sold to the Chickasaw Indians. They were then moving to Arkansas. At the time they bought me, when I left my daughter, she was only 5 years old. It has been near 35 or 40 years since I last heard from her, and the only child living. My name was Catherine Roberts. I have married since—my name is now Catherine Robinson. Address me at Waco, McLennen Co., Texas, care of Rev. B. F. Smith. CATHERINE ROBINSON.
DEAR EDITOR—I wish to inquire for my father and mother. Father's name was Major Speed and mother's Milley Speed. Brother's names were Alfred, Major and Aaron; sister's, Rachel and Dinah. We were brought up and parted in Russell county, Alabama, twelve miles from Columbus, Georgia, Our owner was one Millward. I was sold to Ben Murphy, in Mississippi. Also, I wish to inquire for Edward and Nlies Faulk. Address me at Hickory Station, Newton county, Miss. SUSANA KID.
DEAR EDITOR—I wish to inquire for my father Cato Walker, who belonged to Jim Walker in Texas. My name was James Walker, but all called me James Haynes, because mother was Sally Haynes, and she belonged to David Chisp. JAMES HAYNES. Columbus, Texas.
DEAR EDITOR—I wish to inquire for my father, Joe Bround, whom I left in Virginia, but cannot remember in what part of the State. My mother's name was Susan or Lucy; Lucy being her right name and Susan her nick name. Father belonged to Mrs. Bround, and mother to the widow Sally Benge. When I left them she had four children Richard, Frances and Georgiana, the baby, who died before I left My aunts were Fanny Renge, Hannah Renge, and Millie. Mother's brothers were John and Jeremiah Renge. I was brought from there by Dr. William Renge, son of Sally Renge. Address me at Mobile, Ala., north east corner of Hamilton and Hamilton and Madison streets. MARGARET BATTLE.
DEAR EDITOR—I wish to inquire for my father, mother, brothers and sisters. Father's name was Kit, and he belonged to Benoni Newton. Mother's name was Jennie; brother's, Joshua, and his father's, Joshua Tives. Mother's husband's name was Harry, and he belonged to Tom Guthrie. My other brothers and sisters were named Isaac, Solomon, Henry, Darky Ann and Sarah. I have forgotten the names of mother's two youngent children. Please address me at Napoleonville, Assumption parish, La. DANIEL GOODMAN.
DEAR EDITOR—I wish to inquire for my father. He belonged to Joe Mitch, and was sold to Johnson My father was Manville, mother Elvira, her oldest child Aleck. Address ALECK JOHNSON. Brookston, Texas.
DEAR EDITOR—I wish to inquire for my husband and son, who left during the war. Husband's name is Jacob Fendel: he belonged to Jacob Fendel. Son's name is Ned Jackson: he belonged to Mr. Thad Stanley. Husband lived within two miles of Sparta. My daughter Lucy is with me. My son Green Brown died at Smithville, DeKalb Co., Tenn. Any information will be thankfully received. Address me at Smithville, Tenn., in care of B. Turner. EMILY CURTTEN.
DEAR EDITOR—I wish to inquire for my husband's family. I was sold from him by Joe Stevens, of Bedford county, middle Tennessee, to a speculator. I had four children, Ethlinda, Charley, Willie and Berry. When we got to Texas we were all bought by Thomas Clay. I heard that my husband was put on the block and sold to the highest bidder in Memphis, Tennessee. Joe Berry married my aunt Hannah, who belonded to Smith Willis. Miss Joe had three brothers, Anthony, George and Tom. They had three sisters, Millie, Jane and Matilda. Their father was killed by a horse Their mother's name was Betty Kernington. Tom and John Berry were owned by Rich Willis, of Richmond county, Virginia. Please address me at Whitman's P.O. Washington county, Texas. HENRIETTA BERRY.
DEAR EDITOR—I wish to inquire for my husband, George Washington Stepto. He belonged to Dr. McFarlin, of New Orleans. When we were separated, about 34 years ago, we had a daughter, Mary E. Stepto, who is now with me. Any information of him will be thankfully received. Address me at Pittsfield, Texas, in care of Rev. A. C. Culbreath. CRECY STEPTO.
DEAR EDITOR—I wish to inquire for my kin folks, whom I left in 1862. I left mother in New Or-leans [New Orleans], living on Camp street. Her name was Eliza Wilson. She be-longed [belonged] to Captain Wilson. I left two of my brothers with her. They went by the names of Alfred and Sam Wilson. One sister was named Delia. She was sold to Captain Hand, who lived on the coast. My other sister, Sophronia, was living on Bayou Lafourche. I belonged to Captain Strike. My name was Liz-zie [Lizzie], but was called Bet for short. I was sold to Dr. Buckner, of Milli-can’s [Millican’s] Bend, and from there to Texas. Any information of the above will be gladly received. Please address me at Hearne Station, Robertson Co, Texas. LIZZIE ABRAM.
DEAR EDITOR—I wish to inquire for my kin folks. My mother's name was Jane Hollands; she belonged to Edward Warren. Brother William Allen and myself belonged to the same man. I left them in Virginia. Sister was sold to a negro trader and left me at Washington City. Her name was Peggy Holland. Please address me at Landrum, Falls Co., Texas. HENRIETTA RITER.
DEAR EDITOR—I wish to inquire for my kin folks—Calvin Weaver, my brother; Billy Weaver, my father. My former master was John Weaver. I left kin folks in Carroll parish, Louisiana; brother Archy Weaver, Lizzie Weaver. My mother, Archy Weaver and Mary Jane Weaver were sold and brought to Texas, likewise Annie, Lucy and Georgiana Weaver. Address me at Oakland, Texas, care of Rev. P. Johnson. MARY JANE WEAVER.
DEAR EDITOR—I wish to inquire for my kinfolks. I left my mother in Jasper county, Georgia, about twenty-nine years ago, and I have not heard from them since. My father's name is Cam Broughon, and mother is name Silia Broughon, and I had one aunt name Tabbie Boughton uncle's two, namely, Dock Broughon and Jersey Broughon. I left only one sister name Mandie Broughon. Address me at Leona, Texas. LUCIE REED.
DEAR EDITOR—I wish to inquire for my mother and father. Mother's name is Nancy Newman, and Solomon Newman is my father. Mother belonged to Callop Wallace and father to Sanford Davis. I left them in Lexington, Ky., where father was hired to Tom Warfield. I was brought from Lexington by Davey Oldom. My name was Margaret Newman but it is now Margaret Johnson. My address is Montgomery, Texas.
DEAR EDITOR—I wish to inquire for my mother and three brothers. Mother's name was Molly; she belonged to Solomon Crabtree. Sister's name was Lucy; she was sold when four days old. My name is Edith. I left Virginia with Nancy Smith—brother Peter and I both came to Warren county, Tenn., with her. I now go by the name of Edith Rodgers. I had two brothers, Ben and Frank, whom I left behind. Address me at Murfreesboro, Tenn, in the care of H. Robinson. EDITH ROBINSON
DEAR EDITOR—I wish to inquire for my mother Kitty. She was sold to a man by the name of Gates, who kept a ferry on the Chattahootchie river, State of Alaboma. She had two children with her when sold, the girl was named Eliza, the boy Moses. My oldest sister Eadie I left in the State of Georgia, Elbert county, with a man named John Andrews Harper. Mary my sister, I left with a man named Dillard Hearn. I came to Texas with an old lady named Kitty Austin; she was an old maid. I then went by the name of Reuben Austin, but I am now Reuben Lynch; address me at Groesbeck, Texas.
DEAR EDITOR—I wish to inquire for my mother whom I left in Harold, Virginia, with Billy Allen. He name was Rachel Suan, my oldest sister's Erly, the youngest Lucy. I had two brothers, but the youngest died before I left. My name was Susie Scott. I came to Kentucky with my young boss, John Allen, and his wife Caroline. I was sold from there to Louisiana. I have uncles, Roger, Joe and James Scott (he lives in Richmond). Address me at 294 Laurel street, bet. 7th and 8th streets, New Orleans, La. SUSAN LOCKET.
DEAR EDITOR—I wish to inquire for my mother whom Jack Samson stole from his grandmother, Telalice Stokes, a widow, and carried her and my brothers to Georgia. Her name is Jennie Stokes; brothers Soothe, Stephen, Dick and Mancher Stokes. My sisters are Juliet, Honney and Mary Stokes. I had a brother, Cyrus Jimson, who died about 35 years ago. Jack Samson moved from Conecuh county, Alabama, to Chickasaw, Mississippi. I belonged to Telalice Stokes, but was living with Jimson at that time and went by the name of William Stokes. Address me at Courtney, Grimes Co., Texas. I now go by the name of WILLIAM MAY.
DEAR EDITOR—I wish to inquire for my mother's relations. She left us in Georgia. Her father was named Adam Melton and her mother Peggie Melton. She had a brother. One sister came to Texas with her; they went back shortly after. They came out with a man by the name of Heard. Her brother was named Wilson Melton, and is now in Galveston. Sister's name is Phoebe Melton, whom she has never heard from. My mother's name is Sylva Wair. If any such names should be found among the readers of the SOUTHWESTERN please address my mother at Victoria, Texas; or G. A. Wair, at Fulton, Texas.
SYLVA WAIR.
DEAR EDITOR—I wish to inquire for my mother, brother and sister. Mother lived in Baltimore, Maryland, on South two doors from Sawsberry street. When I left, she was living with James Jone, a merchant tailor. I belonged to Jacob Graving Stein at that time. Her name name is Eliza Johnson. My brother and sister were brought to Louisiana by a negro trader named Slater. Brother's name is Andrew Johnson; sister's, Mary Johnson, and mine was Charley Johnson. I left Baltimore in 1844. Any information of them will be thankfully received. Address me at Greenwood, Leflore Co., Miss. CHARLEY STRONG.
DEAR EDITOR—I wish to inquire for my mother, four sisters, and one brother. Mother's name used to be Viney Cunnigan, but married a man by the name of Allen Bristo. Sisters names are Oney, Alzara, Patsy, and Amanda Cunnigan. Brother's name, Nelson Bristo. My father's name was James Cunnigan. He died at Vicksburg in time of the cholera in 1866. Being quite young, I was persuaded by a man in 1868, to leave mother and the children, and I did so. In order to keep them from finding where I was, I gave myself the name of James Craig. My name while being with them was Dan Cunnigan. When I left Vicksburg mother and the children were living on Warrenton road, on Mr. Charles Clind's prairie. If any of the readers of the SOUTHWESTERN know of such names they will do me a kindness by addressing me at Belle Prairie, Yazoo River, Yazoo county, Miss. JAMES CRAIG.
DEAR EDITOR—I wish to inquire for my mother, Lucy Wade, who belonged to one Davis, in Summit, Miss. Davis sold her to Cooney McCray and McCray carried her, with her son and daughter, to Texas. I have heard from her once. She was then in Galveston, Texas. Her son was named Bolden and her daughter Martha Wade. The Dav ses were named Huah and Bab. Huah married a Miss Cage, and Bab a Miss Penny. Mother's husband, Sam Wade, died during the war at Woodville, La. The last time I heard from mother was during the war, and she said that Martha was dead. My name before I was married was Rebecca Wade. Address me at Baton Rouge, La. REBECCA BELL.
DEAR EDITOR—I wish to inquire for my mother, May Doty. Her husband's name was Garret Doty. I had three sisters, Harriet, Angelina and Catherine; and a brother, James Monroe. My aunts were Hannah, Eliza and Alice Doty. My old master was N. Doty, his wife Maranda and sons James, Tim, George and Henry. Mother's brother was Thomas Doty and Thomas Nighting was his father. Katy Doty was my grandmother. Mother's sister was Alice. Alice's husband was Randall and son Scott. Mike Doty and I were sold to Levi Doty, who took us to Black river, Texas. I left them in Clinton, Missippi. Address your letters to P. Wilson, Marlin, Falls Co, Texas. My name is JOHN DOTY.
DEAR EDITOR—I wish to inquire for my mother, sisters, and brothers. We all belonged first to Isaac Curbington, but after the property was divided I fell to his son Benjamin, one sister, Henrietta, was sold
to Curbington's brother, York Lett. Sister Susan belonged to Ham Hayes. Sister Maria, John Gaturd and Benjamin Huse staid with Isaac Curbington. My name was then Georgiana Hawarth. We all lived in Bowling Green, Ky. Geo Hitching brought me to Tennessee, leaving all my people in Kentucky, I was afterwards taken to Massachusetts, then to Louisiana and then to Texas, where I now am. A woman named Maria here claims me for a sister, but I am not sure that she is right. Address me at Huntsville, Texas, in care of Rev. B. M. Taylor, P. O. Box 109 GEORGIANA HAWARTH.
DEAR EDITOR—I wish to inquire for my mother. Her name was Martha Staples, but sometimes went by the name of Martha Hastin. She belonged to James Staples, who lived in Henry county, Va. She was then sold to some one unknown to me. The last time I heard from her she was in Montgomery, Ala. My name was Sophier Staples. I have married since—my name is now Sophier Poole. I am the only child living of the family. I was taken from my mother when 3 years old. Dear pastors and friends please help me to find my mother. Address me at Waco, Texas, in care of Rev. B. F. Smith. SOPHIER POOLE.
DEAR EDITOR—I wish to inquire for my people. Father was Tom Lidetter, mother Violet. She lived with William Lidder, on Sweet Water near Athens, Tennessee. My sister lived with Mr. Jerry Lidder. Address me in care of John Lewis, Ellinger, Texas. THORNTON GAINES.
DEAR EDITOR—I wish to inquire for my people. I have one daugh-ter [daughter], Anna Reed, and one grand-son [grandson], Benjamin Corbin. I had six children, but they are all dead but Anna. I was sold from my people when I was 24 years old. I have been away from Virginia 35 years. I left my people at Count Reek Bridge, two miles from Fairfield and four miles from Brenenburgh,Virginia. I lived in Louisiana un-til [until] 1878. Mother's name was Sarah Delmar, father's was Thomas Del-mar [Delmar]. I had three brothers, Charles, Frank, and Reerth Delmar, and one sister, Ann Delmar. John Jip Wilson, who sold me, had a brother named James Wilson. Ad-dress [Address] me at Biloxi, Miss. MARY LENECKS.
DEAR EDITOR—I wish to inquire for my people. I left my motherwhen I was in Randolph county,North Carolina. I was nine years old, and belonged to William Mc-Masters [McMasters]. He sold me to HiramYork, three miles from his place,and Hiram York sold me and myaunt Rena to Bill Monday, and hebrought me to Richmond, Virginia,and I was brought to Texas. Mymother's name was Leath ; mystep father's name was AbramFruit. My mother had seven chil-dren [children]; I was the oldest girl; myoldest brother's name was Jacob.Mother had twins. The boy wasnamed Alfred and the girl Cathe-rine [Catherine]. My oldest sister was namedNancy Lonzine; my mother's baby's name when I left was John Mon-roe [Monroe]. My mistress' name was Hul-da [Hulda] McMasters ; her daughter'sname was Mary Minervy. Shemarried a doctor by the name ofHayworth. Her oldest son's namewas Louis Franklin McMasters. I am now living in Galveston, Texas.Please address your letters to Gal-veston [Galveston], Texas, St. Paul. M. E.Church.MARY ANN FREEMAN.
DEAR EDITOR—I wish to inquire for my people. I left them with my father in Marion county, Miss., on Pearl river. His name is Big Jim Warren. My oldest brother's name is Jim Warren, Josias Warren, and sister Rose Warren. I left them in Gallatin, Copiah county, and two other sisters, Judy Warren and Millie Warren. We all belonged to Mr. Sam Warren, and I was brought to this country in 1840. I went by the name of Peggy Warren at that time. Please address JAMES WIGGANS, Jefferson, Marion Co., Texas.
DEAR EDITOR—I wish to inquire for my people. My mother's name was Easter Hall. Father's was Henry Hall. I had three brothers William, Emanuel and Oliver Hall Bro. William and Sister Charlotte were sold before I-was, but don't know to whom. Mother was set free at the death of her old mistress. She had one daughter after she was free. I left her in Baltimore. I was sold to a man by the name of Purvis. The name of her last daughter was Phoebe. We all belonged to John C. Norris in Baltimore. My name is Harriet Bedford Address me at Franklin, La, care of M. F. Smith.
DEAR EDITOR—I wish to inquire for my people. They left me on Stone River. Their names were Stephen Blackwell, and Jas. Blackwell. Their father's name was Henry Blackwell. They lived about fifteen or twenty miles from Nashville, Tenn. They finally moved to Illinois. My father was Thomas Blackwell. Stephen and James Blackwell were his brothers. My name is Moses Blackwell. Address any information about them to me at Roseneath, Miss. MOSES BLACKWELL.
DEAR EDITOR—I wish to inquire for my relatives, Martha Hunt, John Hunt, Sr.; John Hunt, Jr., and Sarah Hunt. We all lived in Lexington, Ky. I was brought to Texas during the war by Robert Metcalf, and lived in Brenham, Texas. Any information of them will be gladly received by addressing me at Richmond, Texas, in care of Rev. A. C. Culbreath. LUCY HUNT.
DEAR EDITOR—I wish to inquire for my relatives. My mother was sold from Carthage, Tenn., about the breaking out of the war, to Larkin Payne, of Chattanooga. In the early part of the war I left my aunt Judy Payne and Henry Payne at Carthage, and went to live in Ohio. Address me care of Mr. Cunningham, corner of Rampart and Julia streets, New Orleans. SUSAN WILSON.
DEAR EDITOR—I wish to inquire for my sister Virgin Collins. My mother's name is Sarah, father's Dick. I have three brothers named Dick, Nelon and Wilson. My sister was taken to Richmond, Virginia, by Madison Eanes and sold to negro traders. Please address me at La Grange, Fayette county, Texas, care of Rev. G. W. Smith. NANCY EANES.
DEAR EDITOR—I wish to inquire for my sister, cousin, aunt and uncle. Sister's name was Lizzie Vanhuss, and was carried off during the war by Mick Vanhuss and his wife. Aunt's name was Clara Eastland; uncle's, Henry Eastland and cousin's, Balam Buckner. The last I heard of cousin Balam he was at Milican's Bend. Mother's name is Matilda Eastland, and Balam's mother's Emily Harper. Address me at Forest, Scott Co., Miss. WILLY WOODS.
DEAR EDITOR—I wish to inquire for my sister, Emma Carrington, and my brother-in-law, Jim Carring. Jim left Centreville, Texas, in 1866 and went to Navasota. Four brothers and three sisters, George, Ellen, Victory, Willey, Dan, are dead. I have one brother living—Elias Rinehard. Mother's name is Matilda, father's George Needham. Emma and her husband belonged to Dunck Carring. My name is Ann Johnson; my husband's Frank Johnson. Any information of them will be thankfully received. Address me at Centreville, Leon Co., Texas. ANN JOHNSON.
DEAR EDITOR—I wish to inquire for my sister, Esther Allen. When I left home she had two sons, Nelson and Ned Allen, and a daughter, Mary Ann Allen. My owner was E. C. F. Jeffers, of Claiborne Co., Miss. I had one brother, Ned Adams, who left home during the battle of Port Gibson. Father's name is Moses Hawthorn. My name was Elizabeth Torry, but is now Elizabeth James. Address me Galveston, Texas.
DEAR EDITOR—I wish to inquire for my sisters, and cousin George Fountain. Sister's names are Margaret, Sarah, Venie and Nannie Fountain. Their mother was Amelia, and first belonged to Herman Bagby, who sold her to Willis Chambers. Their father was Peter Fountain. The girls and mother belonged to Willis Chambers, of Buckingham Co, Va. When he died they were separated. Sarah and her cousin, George Fountain, fell to Calvin and Merit Chambers, who brought them to Houston, Texas, about 1855. Margaret, Venie and Nannie fell to Sallie Chambers, who married her cousin, George E. Chambers, who took them to his mill on Slate River, Va. Rebecca Jane Fountain fell to Mary Willis, who married Davie Nolin, and was taken to Tennessee, and from there to Texas. Address me at Bagwell, Red River Co., Texas, in care of P. S. Wilkinson, Jr. REBECCA JANE FOUNTAIN.
DEAR EDITOR—I wish to inquire for my sisters, whose names were Louisa Potts and Rosetta Potts. They used to belong to Major Potts. I have not seen them since I was a boy; that was in Memphis, Tenn. Soon after the war. My name is Toney Span. After the war we all went by the name of Span. Address Toney Lee, Bastrop, La.
DEAR EDITOR—I wish to inquire for my sisters—Leah and Hannah Ash. We are from Wilmington county, North Carolina. We were brought from said county to Texas by Mr. Grandgo. Our mother's name is Penny Ash. The last time I heard from my sisters they were in Belton, Texas. If any reader knows of their whereabouts will they please address me at Galves-ton [Galveston] county, Texas, in care of Rev.J. K. Loggins, St. Paul M. E. Church, Galveston, Texas. MATILDA WOODROW.
DEAR EDITOR—I wish to inquire for my son Bob. He left me in 1857 at Liberty, Texas. I am now living in Beaumont. Address SALLFY GRIFFITH, Care A. Logan, Beaumont, Texaas.
DEAR EDITOR—I wish to inquire for my step-father, mother, sister, and brother. Mother's name was Juda Borrel, and step-father was Richard Burrel. He left his mother in Virginia in 1847, he then a eleven year old boy. His step-father used to belong to Richard Cook. His mother used to belong to a man by the name of James Odel, who sold her to Leon Slater. His name was then Isam Christian and he had a brother Emanuel Christian, but now he goes by the name of Isam Carlton. His sister belonged to John Crump. Her name was Melvina, and her husband was Tom. She lived with John Crump, five miles from his mother at New Kent Court House, Va. His mother's sister was Nancy Burrel. She belonged to Hal Vaiten. His aunt was the mother of five children, Letitia, Hannah, Anna, Eliza Octana; the boy, he does not remember his name. I write for my step-father to inquire for his relations. Should any of his people see this they will please address him at Frelsburg, Texas. He now goes by the name of Isam Carlton. MRS. LILLY DOTSON.
DEAR EDITOR—I wish to inquire for my three brothers, three sisters and mother. Brothers' names were Sam, Jack and Billy; sisters' were Chany Ann, Minerva and Harriett Melvina; mother's was Rebecca. Sam Callis was near Springfield Mo., the last I heard of him. The last I heard of Jack he was in Mississippi. He was taken from Tennessee to Mississippi by a trader. Billy was sold at the same time and to the same person. Mother, Chany Ann and Minerva were in Wilson Co., Tenn., the last I heard of them, and Harriet Melvina was in White Co., Ark., near Searcy. Address me at Clarendon, Ark. MATILDA DAVIS.
DEAR EDITOR—I wish to inquire for my uncle, Bill Orterson. Dicy McReynolds was my mother's name. My father was Jack McReynolds. Bill Orterson is my mother's brother. I never saw him, though I heard that he purchased his liberty before the war. A son of uncle Bill's was in Jefferson, Texas, since the war, in search of his father's brother, Dicy McReynolds. Tom Bell, a son of James McReynolds, told me that he had been on uncle Bill's farm in Louisiana. Address me at Austin, Texas. JACK MCREYNOLDS.
DEAR EDITOR—I wish to inquire for my uncle, Frank Walker. He left Alabama in 1873 with his wife, Hattie, and son, Anderson, and went to the Mississippi bottoms. Also for uncle Rind Thomas, his three sons, Moses, Aaron and James; two daughters, Sylvia and Maria, and wife, Fanny. They left Alabama in 1867, and went to the Mississippi bottoms. My father, Matt Gales, died of yellow fever Sept. 15, 1877. Please address me at Chunky Station, Newton Co, Miss. HANDY GALES.
DEAR EDITOR—I wish to inquire for my uncle. His name is Lewis Jurard. He left here about nine years ago, to go to Galveston, Texas, to find his father. The last time I heard from him he was in Shreveport, La. Any information will be gladly received. Address me at Huntsville, Montgomery Co., Miss. ALFRED JURARD.
DEAR EDITOR—I wish to inquire for my wife's father and brother. Her brother's name is Elijah Hall, but is called sometimes Elijah Bell. He left here in 1870 and went to Cairo, Ill., to find her father. Her father's name is J. W. Bell. She married but didn't change her name, Francis Bell. Address me at Cumberland Furnace, Tenn. MRS. FRANCIS BELL.
DEAR EDITOR—I wish to inquire for my wife's kinfolks. Her father was Cain Washington, and her mother, Phebe. They belonged to to Mr. Perry G. Russell. They had nine living children, the oldest Mary, William, Abby, Sallie, Lawrence, Henry, Dinah, Lizzie, Washington. They left here the first year after the surrender. I have heard from them but four time since. Address me at Mashulaville, Miss. J. JORDAN.
DEAR EDITOR—I wish to inquire for my wife's uncle, Peter Irving. He left Dallas county, Alabama, in 1870. He left his father, mother and three sisters and one brother there. Father's name, Harry Irving, mother's Polly; sisters, the oldest Adline White, the next Chacklet Irving; brother's Wyley Irving. Since that time they moved from Dallas county, Alabama, to Rankin county, Miss., near a little station named Pelalatchie and there remained, except Chacklet she went back to Alabama in 1879 and died. Address me at Durant. E. SPANN.
DEAR EDITOR—I wish to inquire for some friends. Sister Phoebe Davis and brother Hampton Davis were brought from North Carolina close by Whitehall, and taken to Montgomery, Alabama, and sold by Samuel Davis. My mother Phillis Davis was sold at the same time with one child. Two brothers and sisters were sold in Georgia. Address me at Brownsville, Texas, in care of Rev. Isaiah Clayton. BETTY ANN DAVIS.
DEAR EDITOR—I wish to inquire for some of my kinfolks. My name is Amanda. My first owner was John Raglin. The next was his son-in-law Kennedy, who also drew my sister Anna. I was sold to A. G. Ellis, and he sold me to one Littlefield who brought me to Texas. My father was James' mother Esther, their children Lucy, July, Mathew, Isaac, Richard, Geria and Paul. Brother Isaac lives in Texas. Address me at Waelder, Texas, care of S. C. Coleman. AMANDA WHITE.
DEAR EDITOR—I wish to inquire for three friends, David Smith, Dallas Dummuls and Waits Thomson, who lived in Jefferson. David Smith has a mother, Marinda Smith; his father is Joshua Smith; two brothers, Henry and Green Smith. The last time I heard of him he was in Dallas, Texas. Address me at Sulpher Springs, Texas. ALBERT A. SLOAN.
DEAR EDITOR—I wish to inquire for William Carter through your valuable paper. He was raised by John Sanders, The last report I had from him was in Gallatin, Tenn., in the year 1862. His fath-er's [father's] name is Emanuel Taylor, and his mother's, Sarah Taylor. Wil-liam [William] was born in Taylorsville, Wil-son [Wilson] county, Tenn., Sept. 4, 1874. Any information concerning him will be cheerfully received, as his mother and father are getting old,and he is their only son. They arestill living near Taylorsville. If any one knows of a person withsuch a name, please let it be known through this paper or write to Rev. E. M. Manson, Lebanon, Tenn.
DEAR EDITOR—I wish to inquire my people, Mike, Calliope, Susan and Jane. The last I saw of them was near Grand Gulf, Mississippi, about 1840. They went to New Orleans to their owner, Richard Harris. I left my youngest sister and eight aunts, Susan Bryant, Mary, Charlotte, Margaret, Betty, Lizzie, Peggia and Agnes Humphrey, with Capt. Geo. Humphrey, five miles south of Grand Gulf; also four uncles, Willaber, Abner, Samuel and Samps Johnson. My husband left me at Ellis Bridge's place, in Madison parish, Louisiana, about 1863. Jacob and Gracy Moore are his parents; his sisters are Ellen, Eliza, Priscella and Frances; his sons, Jacob, Bob and David. I went by the name of Maria Moore Please address me at Plantersville, Grimes Co , Texas. MARIA GREEN.
DEAR EDITOR—I wish to inquire through the SOUTHWESTERN for my people. I used to belong to Rather Clinton, near Jackson, Tennessee. My father's name was David Clinton, and my mother's Kizzie Clinton. My name is Alfred Young, and my brother's, William Clinton. I was sold to Milton Young, and carried to north Mississippi, near Ripley. Address me at Orizaba, Tippah county, Miss. ALFRED YOUNG.
DEAR EDITOR—I wish to inquire through you for brothers, sisters and relatives. My mother's name was Matilda Earhart and father's Dan Earhart. I had a sister, Vickey, and a brother, Jim, that I remember. I left my mother and sister in the State of Georgia with old man Earhart. My father, my brother and a woman by the name of Sara was brought to Texas about 20 years ago by Dr. George Earhart. My father died some time ago. The last I heard from brother, he was in Taylor, Smith Co., Texas. I remember of having struck one of my sisters on the head with an axe but I was too young to remember much about it. Any information will be gladly received. Address me at Bryan, Texas, in care of Rev. W. W. Brown. CHARLEY SHELTON
DEAR EDITOR—I wish to inquire through your paper for my relations. They left my father, mother and myself in Salisbury County, North Carolina, with Mr. Anchor. Father name is Sam Mitchell, mother's Charlotte Mitchell, two sisters Hanah and Ann Mitchell; also an uncle named Andrew Mitchell and wife named Nipey. Mr. Anchor bought us from Joseph Allson, my first master, who took us to Charleston, S. C. I heard they all were sold in Charleston to a widow lady. Also other relations: uncles Junius Wright, Nator Wright, Sam Small, Adam Small, Chuby Wilson, Ephraim Small, John Bookey, Cato Wilson, Ned Small, Albert Bryant, Bony Small, Guy Small, Philip Thompson, (whose wife's name is Mary;) aunt Katie Wilson. Ephrain Small was the youngest of my uncles; he had three children. Address me at Cochran, Tex., care of E. Johnson.
DEAR EDITOR—I wish to inquire through your valuable paper for my dear brother. His name is David Smith and he lived in Louisiana. I heard from him last about two years ago. I heard that he was dead, and again that he was living. If found please write me. I live at Union Church, Jefferson Co., Miss. JAMES KINEA COMFORT.
DEAR EDITOR—I wish to inquirefor my relations, whom I left in1850, in Attala county, Miss. I leftmother with Nelson McKinan. Myoldest sister's name was Emily. Iwas too young to remember the balance. My youngest sister's name was Emma. I left her with my mother. My mother's name was Jane McKinan. My oldestbrother was named Mark, and the youngest Harris. I left them in Holmes county, Miss., and came toTexas with Tom Allen, a son-in-lawof Nellie McKinan. I think mypeople are at Memphis, Tenn. Ad-dress [Address] me at Pennington, TrinityCo., Texas. B. J. HOUSTON.
DEAR EDITOR—I wish to know the whereabouts of my mother, brothers and sisters. My mother was Matilda Walker. Her first owner's was a man named Walker, in Newton County, Ga. My brothers were Frank, Joseph and Charley. Sisters were Harrie, Dilsie and Lethie. The last man who owned us in Georgia was Capt. McCirty, who lived between Dalton and Tunnel Hill. He was a Methedist preacher. He sold us in Memphis, Tennessee, to Messrs Hitchens & Colco. From there we were taken to Natchez, Miss, and kept in the trader's yard till the death of Colco. We were finally sold at sheriff's sale. I was bought in by Hitchen's. I was then taken to Nashville, Tenn., and in 1858 brought to Texas. My name is John Walker. My people used to call me Jack. Any information leading to the whereabouts of the persons named will be thankfully received. Write me as follows. JOHN WALKER, Glidden, Tex.
DEAR EDITOR—I wish to learn of the whereabouts of my mother, Laura Cook, who left me in North port, Tuscaloosa county, Alabama, and, to the best of my knowledge, moved to Yallabusha county, Miss., with a family of whites by the name of Foster, and that she left me while quite a girl, in the second year of the surrender, with a family of whites. I have never heard from her since. My maiden name was Jennie Shirley. I am now married and desire to offer a home to my mother. Address Alfred Cooper, Paulding, Miss.
DEAR EDITOR—I wish to make enquiry for my brother, Samuel H. Richardson, who when last heard from was in Portland, Ky. Any information as to his whereabouts will be thankfully received. Address me at Chattanooga, Tenn. W. A. RICHARDSON
DEAR EDITOR—I wish to make inquiry about my mother and sisters, whom I have not seen since I was a little child, and would like this notice to be read by all pastors in our church to their congregations. I was sold away from my mother when a little girl about six years old. The lady's name who owned me was Eliza Vann. She lived about a day's travel from Richmond, Va., when I was taken and sold by Theodore Vann about the above age. My mother's name was Fannie Vann. Sister's names were Emily, Mary Ann and Louisa. My name is Winnie. I am now married, and my name is Winnie Raynolds. Any information will be thankfully received. MRS. W. RAYNOLDS. Jacksonport, Ark.
DEAR EDITOR—I wish to make inquiry for my father, mother, sister and brothers, whom I left in Washington, Md., before the emancipation. My father's name was Sam Graham, mother's Susan Graham, brothers' Jimmy and Moses Graham, and sister's Letbia Ann. She was sold after the death of Col. Platers to Perry Lyles. Her mother's name was Mintie Beans, and her father's Shedrick Beans. I request all ministers to inquire in their churches for the above-named. If any information can be given of them, please write to me at Moss Point, Jackson county, Miss., care Rev. N. Camon. MINTIE ANDERSON.
DEAR EDITOR—I wish to make inquiry for my mother. She was sold in Lunenburg Co., Virginia, by Joe Hankins to Silas Woods. I was sold at the same time, but when Woods came after us Hankins bought me back from him, but let him take my mother. They sold her to some trader, and as I was only seven years old I cannot recollect much about it. Three years after I was brought to Texas. and I have not heard of mother since Woods sold her. I took my name after the man that bought my mother, and he was said to be my father. Two of mother's brothers came to Texas with me, Dick and James Hankins. Mother was Lucy Hankins. Two cousins, Betsey and Stephen, children of mother's sisters Nancy who died in Virginia, came with us to Texas. RICHARD WOODS, Davilla, Texas.
DEAR EDITOR—I wish to make inquiry for my uncle, S. H. Fluker. He and family left Alabama in 1872, it was said, for Kansas. He was a Baptist preacher. His oldest daughter's name was Sarah and the youngest daughter's Martha.His sons were Johnnie and Ebe-nezer [Ebenezer]. I have not heard from them for six years. His wife died in September, 1872. Adsress me at Navasota, Grimes county, Texas. ANDRES J. FLUKER
DEAR EDITOR—I would like to find one George Young was was taken from his mother immediately after the war, at the Ferguson place, near Cheneyville, Bayou Bœuf, while she was on her way to Alexandria. His mother's name is Ann. He was only 4 or 5 years old when taken. They used to belong to Lasteel Young. His mother would be more than happy if she could hear from her son. When heard from he was taken from Calcasieu. Address H.J. Wright, Pineville, La.
DEAR EDITOR—I write to find the whereabouts of my brothers, Anthony and Ned Carpenter. My mother's name is Rebecca and father's Sam Carpenter. I'm servant of Isaac Carpenter. Coleman Carpenter took one of my brothers to Georgia from Anderson county, North Carolina: Coleman Carpenter died and his wife sold him to Bill Bell. They say that he is now in Woodsville county. If you know where he is, I would be pleased to have you direct this to him. I have seen abundance of trouble. All my children are dead. I am now living with brother Jack Thirkill in Oxford, on the east side of town. He treats me well. I have a few grand children, but they are of no use to me and are scattered all over the country. Any information of brother's whereabouts will be most gladly received. Address me at Oxford, Miss., in care of Jack Thirkill.
ANNIE CARPENTER.
DEAR EDITOR—My brother Israel Carr, deaf and dumb, went off from this place with a man by the name of Northcraft, a jail contractor, at the time of the exodus to Kansas. Northcraft claimed to live in San Marcos and wanted Israel to stay at his house, do the marketing, etc. I have since written to Northcraft without any reply. Israel had lost the hair well off his temple. Any one having any knowledge of him will confer a lasting obligation by notifying the undersigned, his brother, at this place. JOHN HAWKINS GIBSON, Local Preacher, Anderson, Grimes county, Texas.
DEAR EDITOR—My wife, Sallie Corban, lived in Essex Co., Va., 27 years. I have not heard from her since May, 1871, though I have written to where I supposed her to be, frequently. Any information respecting her whereabouts will be thankfully received. I am in very good circumstances, owning eighty acres of good land, and owe no debts. If this notice comes to her and she desires to come to me, I will pay her expenses and take care of her. Address me as SIMS BURR, Union Church, Jefferson Co., Miss.
DEAR EDITOR—Please allow me to inquire for my kin people. I now go by the name of Shack Partee. My mother was Hagar, father Richard. He belonged to a man named McKinsey, near Wilmington, North Carolina. The last heard from they said my brother Eli and sister Sallie were brought from North Carolina to near Columbus, Mississippi. Address SHACK PARTEE, Care C.L. Crump, Eureka, Miss.
DEAR EDITOR—Please allow me to inquire for my relations. I left my mother and sister in Alabama, Lowndes Co. My mother was Isabella, and my sister Betty. They belonged to Billy Payne. We were brought to the place between McMinn and Pierce's Hill by the speculators, and there sold. I was sold to Alex Taylor. My two brothers remained there with the speculators, and I want to know their whereabouts. The older one was named Henry, and the other Benjamin. Address me at Spring, Harris county, Texas. WASHINGTON THOMAS.
DEAR EDITOR—Please allow me to make inquiry for my brother, Isaac Linning. We were separated in Charleston, S. C., in 1866. He joined the United States army, and the last I heard of him he was in Columbus, Texas, and I ask all my brethren in Texas to inquire for him. Address me at Duvall's Bluff, Arkansas. REV. S. LINNING
DEAR EDITOR—Please be kind enough to allow me a short space in your paper, that I may learn the whereabouts of my father, mother and daughter. My name is Harriet Elizabeth King. I was born in Retherford county, North Carolina. My mother's name was Nancy King, and we belonged to Noah King, of the county and State aforesaid. I was sold by King to Thos. Edwards, who sold me to a speculator named Ladson Mills, who took me to Mississippi and sold me to Lawrence Wade, who brought me to Harri-
son county, Texas, where I have been since the surrender. I had four sisters—Mary Ann Delency, Tamer, Delane and Arabella. My brothers were John, Jackson, Alfred, and Adolph King. My father's name was Richard Lynch. Please address me at Lodwick, Marion Co., Texas. HARRIET E. KING.
DEAR EDITOR—Taylor McEwen and Coleman McEwen went away from Oxford, Lafayette Co., Miss , in 1863, and I desire to know where they are. They used to belong to Asa McEwen, and one of the boys is named Louis McEwen. Please write to me at Oxford, Lafayette Co., Miss. R. B. ISAM.
DEAR EDITOR—When I left my sisters in 1853 they were in Green county, Miss., with a family named Kittrell. My young mistress' name was Weber before she married. She married a man by the name of Kittrell. My sister's names were Marla, Emily, Caroline and Maud. My mother's name was Julia. She died and left a baby named Collins; my next brother's name is Isaac. I have two brothers belonging to a Mr. McCoy. I left them on the north side of the Mobile & Ohio railroad, in Wayne county. My father's name was Isaac, and belonged to a Mr. Thomas Poore. I have an older brother, Oliver, who belonged to Mr. McFallen, and also a sister named Penny, who belonged to Mr. McDonald. McFallen lived in the upper edge of Wayne county, near Clark county. Four of my sisters and two of my brothers lived across Chickahominy river, about six miles from the State line. In those days I was called Anthony Lynch. I came to Texas with James Lynch. He left Mississippi about the 3d of January, 1853. He landed in Lavaca county, Texas, in February of the same year. I now reside in Galveston Texas, on Twenty-ninth, between Winnie and Church streets. If any one wishes to write to me, my name is MR. A. LYNCH.
DEAR EDITOR—Will Sontherland, living in Waelder, Texas, wishes to find his brothers Anthony and Samuel, and sisters Betty and Cyntha Southerland. They were born in the family of Tom Southerland, who died and left a widow who is now married. Will Southerland, their father, is dead. Their mother's name is Greecy Southerland. Any information of them can be addressed to Will Southerland, Waelder, Texas, care Rev. Jas. Harrold, or to me at Independence, Kansas, box 94. WM. B. AVERY.
DEAR EDITOR—Will you please inquire for my people. My mother was Katie Holmes; she lived in Georgia in 1846. I was stolen from her in 1841, by Sam McCrary. My mother belonged to Bob McDonald. The last I heard from her she was in Jasper, Texas, Tyler Co., she belonged to Jim Delaney. I have two sisters who were with my mother, Amy Ann Holmes and Mary Jane Holmes. I also had three sisters who were brought to Texas, and one brother; Harriet, Rachel and Mary and Dennis Ragen. He stopped in Victoria, Texas. I have also another brother and sister, Hannah and Abraham, who was a twin to Rachel. Amy Ann and Dennis were twins also. The last I heard from them they were on Red River in Texas. I had a brother named January, married to Betsey. The last I heard of them they were in Jasper, Texas. The four that were brought to Victoria were owned by Wyatt Hanks. Mary Jane was left with John Hanks, and was married at that time to John Teel. Dan died three miles from Cuero, Tex. Brother Dennis died in Victoria. When Harriet left Victoria she had a daughter named Katie, after her mother. Address any information at Wharton, Tex. LAURA BROWN.
DEAR EITTOR- I wish to inquire for my kin folks, father and uncle. My father is Henry Clay Finner, and uncle Jacob Finner. I was sold to Parson Cooper near Hickory Benton, Co, Miss. Four of us was sold, Susan, Margaret. John and Ann. Mother was Aimy Finner before she was sold, afterward we went by the name of Cooper. We were sold in 1858. Address AIMY FINNER. Care A. J. Cooper, Holly Springs Miss.
DEAR SIR: I desire to make an inquiry for two brothers of mine that were separated from me when children, we belonged before the war to Widow Fox, she sold me to Mr. William Glenn, and my brother Joe and Green she sent off by her brother, Mr. Joe Moore and her nephew, Mr. Joseph Halion, and sold them to whom I cannot tell. Our mother was named Caroline Fox, and her youngest son was named Franklin Fox; she also sold another woman and two children at that time The Widow Fox lived at that time near Siloam, Miss., Oktibbeha county. Address me at Holly Springs, Miss. REV. HENRY J. GLENN.
DEAR SIR: Will you please do an old woman a kindness and she will always bless you for it whether successful or not, by making inquiry through your paper for her son, Morris Mason. He was sold by W J. Mason in Shelby Co., Ky., to Lude Hopkins, who took him South in about the year 1856; his name is or was Morris Mason. When last heard of he was in Texas in 1874. His mother is named America Mason. Mexico Mo.
Delia White who formerly went by the name Delia McGee, desires to get information of the whereabouts of her mother, father, sisters and brother. Mother's name was Nelly McGee, Father was Adam Meriweather, Sisters were Harriet, Elton, Sarah, Holdy, Mohala, and America McGee. My brother was Edmund McGee. We all used to belong to Squire Dabney McGee in Abbeville district, Green county, Alabama. Have not heard from any of them since the estate was divided about 15 years before the war. Mother was bought by Zachary Logan, who lived in Abbeville District, Alabama. Zachary McGee bought in brother Edmund, sister Harriet, and America, living near Tuscaloosa, Alabama. Address Delia White, care Miss Rosalia Dabon, Reynes, between Royal and Chartres streets, New Orleans, La.
DO YOU KNOW HER. I want to know the whereabouts of Mrs. Douglas Jiggetts. Her husband was shot and killed here Jan. 9. Address WM. G. HERB, Coroner Steubenville, Ohio.
Do You Know Her. I want to locate my niece, Victory Johnson, the daughter of Henry and Rebecca Johnson. She was last seen in Petersburg, Va. in the year 18[?]0. If any one knows of her whereabouts, the same will be appreciated by her uncle. LLOYD M. BAKER, Exmore, Va. Box 117.
DO YOU KNOW HER? I desire to know the whereabouts of Mrs. Martha Smith. Any information will be thankfully received by her niece. MISS JENNIE MILES. Winton, Pa.
Do You Know Her?I am desirous of finding my mother. Her name is Elizabeth Campbell. My father's name was John Campbell. My mother had two brothers, Lewis and Wilson Day. Her color is light-brown-skin, height about five feet five inches. She lived at one time near Washington, D.C.Any information will be thankfully received byJOHN HENRY CAMPBELL,No. 2 Federal St.,oct 31 3t.Pittsburgh, Pa.
Do You Know Her?I desire to know the whereabouts of Katie B. Hudson. When last heard from she was said to be ill at a hospital in Cleveland.Any information concerning her will be thankfully received by J. W. Hudson, Warden Hotel, Newark, Ohio
Do You Know Her?PORTSMOUTH, VA. Sept. 18, '93.--I de-sire [desire] to know the whereabouts of Georgie Robinson. When last heard from she worked in a cigarette factory in Rich-mond [Richmond]. Any information concerning her will be thankfully received byGeorgie Bess,210 Fifth St. - Portsmouth, Va.
Do You know Her?Wanted information concerning the mother of George Fields. She lived on Orange St., in this city when last heard from. Her son was burned to death at Spokane, Washington.
DO YOU KNOW HIM? I, would like to know the whereabouts of Harrison Hurbert, who was discharged from the Petersburg Insane Asylum in the year of 1913 as cured. MRS. C. GOODLETTE, 131 Main Street, New Rochelle, N. Y.
DO YOU KNOW HIM? Manchester, Va., Jan. 20, '09. We would like to know the whereabouts of our son, Jesse Bebbs. When last heard from he was in Hudson, N. Y. He is in his 33rd year of age, about 5 feet, 8 inches tall, of dark brown complexion. He has been from home about nine months and nothing has been heard from him. Any information will be gladly received by his parents. JOSEPH V. BEBBS. SALLIE BEBBS. 310 W. 22d Street, Manchester, Va.
Do You Know Him? Richmond, Va., June 3, 1899. Editor Planet: I am looking for the where-abouts [whereabouts] of my son John Nelson Gray. Mother's name Margaret Gray, father's name James Gray. He has been away from home about six years. Any one hearing or knowing of such a man will please send recommendations to 1415 Ross St., Richmond, Va. He left June 24, 1894. Yours truly, MARGARET GREY
Do You Know Him? Wanted, the present address of Rev. John A. Harris, who at one time resided at Westfield, N.J. He has also lived at Williamsburg, Va. and other places. Any information concerning him will be gladly received by FREDERICK S. TAGGART, Westfield, N.J.
Do You Know Him?I would like to know the where-about [whereabouts] of Armistead Goode. Whether dead or alive. This is business of great importance. Any information will be gladly received by Thos. Thompson,35 Winter St.(indecipherable)
Do You Know Him?I would like to know the where-about [whereabouts] of my son, Lewis Wilson. When last heard from he was in the State of Washington. It has been four yearssince I have heard from him. Any in-formation [information] concerning him will be thankfully received by his mother, CAROLINE WILSON200 Monroe St.Lynchburg, Va.
DO YOU KNOW THEM. I desire to know the whereabouts of my aunt, Mrs. Louisa Cary who lived in Sydney. I also had a cousin named Jennie Cephas. When last heard from she lived on Henry St. Any information concerning them will be gladly received by, JENNIE CHAMPION, 1727 N. Woodstock St. Philadelphia, Pa.
Do You Know Them. NEWBERNE, N.C., Aug. 1, 1894. Mr. Mitchell: Dear Sir:--Mr. Gilbert Joyner of Newbern died at the John Hopkin's Hospital in Baltimore last Friday morning. I wish to state that he has a wife and two children in your city of the following names: Parthenia Joy- ner [Joyner], Gilbert Joyner and Ella Joyner. The administrator of the estate de- sires [desires] that the above named parties report in Newbern at once as it will be to their advantage. Mr. IJoyner made his will a few weeks ago, and of course provided for his wife and children. Please let me hear from you. Fraternally Yours, ANDREW J. HARRIS, Rector A. M. E. Church,
Do You Know Them.I desire to know the whereabouts of my relation. I was born in Virginia. My father was named Ben and my moth-er's [mother's] name was Lucinda, (I suppose) Smith. I was sold to the traders. Dick Donald, my master then. He was not my mother and father's owner, but was related to them in some way. I was given to him as part or the property with many others, and Donald sold me to Pleas Howard and he then sold me to Thom Banks who carried me to Texas. My Brothers, the eldest was named Tax, next Jim, Ben, Jr. and Charlie. My eldest sisters name was Jane, next Mary, Sarah and Nancy and they went in, or by, the old owner's name. They were Smiths. When I was sold to Ples Howard to brought me to Rich-mond [Richmond] and this man Tom Banks bought me out of the traders' yard and carriedme to Texas. Now dear sir, I was so small I could not remember the county from which I came, but it took [two short words, indecipherable]well as I can remember, we left Don-ald's [Donald's] home in the morning by hack andabout mid-evening we came to a littletown probably Charlottesville, or some-thing [something] of the kind. Here we stayed allnight and next morning we went byrail to another town and got there earlyin the day, possibly soon after noon.Thence we took a train and ran intoRichmond before noon and it was fromthere I was sold into Texas,Please write to,SUSAN FEARCESpanish Camp,Wharton Co., Texas
Do You Know Them.I would like to find my relative. I was born near Louisa Court House, Virginia and was sold in Richmond, Va., to a ne-gro [negro] trader by the name of Smith. Ithas been thirty-six years ago I think. I belonged to the Burruss family in Virginia. My old mistress was Mrs. Lucy Bur-russ [Burruss], who had a son by the name of Dr. John L. Burruss. The Doctor's sisters were Caroline and Mart Eliza. The widow Burruss moved from near Luisa Court-house to Hanover Co., and took my brother Jim and my sister Louisa, and myself (Susan). By marriage my name is Susan Anderson. My mother was named Rachel, and my father Mar-tin [Martin]; both belonged to the Burruss. I think I had three brothers, Jim, Carter and Dave. Two uncles, Charles and Hen-ry [Henry]. He was a shoemaker by trade and lived in the town of Louisa, Va. My sis-ter [sister] Louisa had two daughters, their names were Isabelle and Charlotte.They lived in Hanover County with me and the widow Burruss. Some of my cousins are Joe, Mark, Hunter, Margarett [Margarett] and Millie. I knew people when Ilived near Louisa, Va.; Dr. McGee Liaby; and Dr. Goodman. If any one can give any information of these persons, please address at onceSANDY OR SUSAN ANDERSON,Mineola, Wood Co., Texas.
DO YOU KNOW THEM? Any information concerning the whereabouts of Mrs. Josephine Thompson and Mrs. Ellen Blackstalk of Richmond, Va. will be greatly appreciated by their niece, Harriet C. Riera, who is the daughter of their sister, Martha. Mrs. Thompson at one time lived on Third Street, between Leigh and Jackson.
DO YOU KNOW THEM? I am very anxious to locate, if possible, Miss Mandy Boyd, my sister. My name was Julia Boyd. Our father was a Minister at the Baptist Church, but he and the family left Richmond, Va. some years ago. I am married now and living in Davenport, Iowa. If anyone can in any way let me know anything about them, please write. MRS. JAMES WHEELER, 226 West Tenth Street, Davenport, Iowa.
Do You Know Them? I desire to know the whereabouts of my four brothers. I left there 25 years ago. One of my brothers was named Thomas Jefferson and another's name is Mencer Thomas. Any information will be thankfully received. ROBERT COLE, P.O. Box 1025, Marquette. Mich.
DO YOU KNOW THEM? I would like to find out, if possible, the whereabouts of my sister. Mary Martha Outlaw, before her marriage, Mary Martha West. She married a mAn in 1884, by the name of Julius Outlaw. She then left Baltimore, Md. and went to Richmond, Va to live. She has two more brothers, Fitzhugh West and Lee G H West. Father died in Baltimore, Md. August 21 1881. Any information will be gladly received by her brother. William H West Jr. [undecipherable] 14th St. N.E. Washington D.C.
Do You Know Them? I would like to know the wherea- bouts [whereabouts] of my father if living, three sisters and one brother. My mother died before the war. My father's name is Robert Allen, Sisters respectively Sarah, Margaret and Nancy. Father, mother and my- self [myself] belonged to Wm. Burton all of Chesterfield, Va., my brother was sold at the age of fourteen. I never saw him any more after he was sold. Last sien of the others was in Man- chester [Manchester], Va. in 1865. Any one knowing their wherea- bouts [whereabouts] will kindly inform their broth- er [brother] who is very desirous of finding them. REV. THOS. NELSON ALLEN. 18 Wheat Street Ithaca, N.Y.
DO YOU KNOW THEM? I would like to know the whereabouts of my brothers, Tom and Gabe Williamson. My mother's name was Sarah Williamson, father's name Scott Williamson. My home is Lynchburg, Va. Any information will be gladly received. Miss Bertha Williamson, 1314 Poplar Street Philadelphia, Pa.
DO YOU KNOW THEM? If ROBERT BROWN, formerly living at 1313 St. John Street, will call and see R. E. MALONE, 611 East Broad Street, Regal Shoe Store, he will hear something to his interest.
DO YOU KNOW THEM? IF SO, WRITE AND LET THEM KNOW. I would like to locate my father, Joseph Fray, or receive some information concerning him. When I heard from him last, he was at Ruckersville, Va. That was in 1880. MRS. MARY M. ANCELL, 2951 Dearborn Street Chicago, Ill.
Do You Know Them? The Richmond PLANET. Dear Sir: Will you kindly inform me of the whereabouts of my brother Alfred Hill, or his daughter, Mary Hill. When I last heard from my brother, he was living at No. 16 Haven Road, New Richmond. Since then I have written three letters and can't get an answer. I am an old pension veteran and my brother is all I have living and I wish to hear from him. Yours truly, RICHARD HILL Answer in care of Mrs. M.L. Lawrence, 36 Ruggles Street, Suite 2, Roxbury, Mass.
Do You Know Them? Wanted information as to the where- about [whereabouts] of the parents of Robert Jones. He was killed in the mines at Franklin near Seattle, Washington, and money is due him by the company. Informationconcerning him can be obtained at this office. Address "G" 814 E. Broad St.
Do You Know Them?DANVILLE, Va, June 13, '93.I am inquiring for my people who went out to Texas a good many years. Prairie Plains, Grimes Co., Texas, and I cannot hear from them. My father's name is Harrison Now-lan [Nowlan]. my mother's name is Elvira Nowland. I have also three broth-ers [brothers], Coleman, Winfree, and Gran-ville [Granville], and also one sister, Mary Ann. The last I saw of them was before the war on Pig River, Franklin Co., Va., and they left there for Texas, with Thomas Toliver.Any one who can give me any in-formation [information] of my people will please do so, and obligeROBT. NOWLANDAddress, 333 Craghead St., Danv-ille [Danville], Va.
DO YOU KNOW THEM?I desire to know the where abouts of my relatives. My brothers names were Henry and Charley. My sisters nameswere Julia, Virginia, Catherine and El-nora [Elnora]. My father's name was Henry Matthews. He was a fish huckster on 17th Street at the market, and kept an eating house. I was sold to the traders in 1861. My name is Josephine.Any information will be thankfully re-ceived [received].Josephine Bass263 Monroe St.,Memphis, Tenn.
Do You Know Them?I desire to know the whereabouts of my father and relatives. His name was Lewis Pearce. He was sold to a Negro trader down South, but refused to go and ran away to Canada.I was only two weeks old and one week later, my mother, Patsy Crider died and my grand mother, Katy Crid-er [Crider] raised me to 9 years of age and she died.Harriet Crider, Nancy Crider, Jemi-ma [Jemima] Crider and Mahala Crider are the only names I can get. These were Kat-ie [Katie] Crider's children. Any information will be thankfully received by W. J. Deboe, Sedalia, Mo.
Do You Know Them?I desire to know the whereabouts of my mother and father. Las known of them they were at Hampton, Va. near the depot in 1895. His name was Wash-ington [Washington] McKens, mother's name: Hanna McKens. Any information will be glad-ly [gladly] received. Father calls me bythe nick-name of Macy McKens, his daugh-ter [daughter]. My name is Mary McKens, married name is Mary Dabney, Lakewood, New Jersey.
Do You Know Them?Knob Lick, Metcalf Co., Ky.Dear Sir:-- I was brought to this country by Austin Allen, and was sold to Addi-son [Addison] Crenshaw about 50 or 60 years ago. My brother was brought with me. My fathers name was Robert Camel. He was a bright man. My sister's name was Ellen. My mother was of a dark com-plexion [complexion]. Any information concerning my relatives will be thankfully received.EZEKIEL CRENSHAW,Knob Lick, Metcalf Co., Ky.
Do You Know ThemPortland, Me., April 27th, 1893.To the Editor of RICHMOND PLANETDear Sir:--Information is wanted of Mrs. Louisa Pollox formerly of New Orleans but now of Kingsville, Tenn. Her grand-daughter [granddaughter] Mrs. Louisa Palmer nee Gor-don [Gordon] is anxious to known her whereabout [whereabouts], when last heard from she was in Kingsville, Tenn. Any one knowing where she is will inform Mrs. Palmer No 48 Lafayette St., Portland, Me.This is the only way which Mrs. Pal-mer [Palmer] would be able to reach her grand-mother [grandmother] if living and I do hope it may reach some one who may know her. Respectfully yours, MRS. A. G. JACKSON, of Washington, D.C.now of Maine.Address, Mrs. A. G. Jackson, 61 Oxford St. (In the rear.)Portland, Maine.
Do You Know These? I would like to locate some of my people, if possible. My mother name was Lucy Williams and her mother was named Louisa Williams. She was owned by Mrs. Hagan Fowerur of Fauquier County, Va. I was sold to Mr. Jesse Ovalr, who was moving to Troy, Mo. I was next sold to a Doctor, who took me to Marshall Town, Ia., where I lived sometime. Any information will be gladly received. MRS. LUCY WIL-LIAMS, 1824 Federal Ave., Chicago, Illinois.
EDWARD MILLER.—I wish to know the whereabouts of Edward Miller and Henry Miller. Last heard of were in Lexington, Ky. Mother's name was Sarah Miller. Any information will be thankfully received by Mrs. Mary Miller, Fountain Alley, Zanes- ville [Zanesville], Ohio.
ELLEN CRAFT AND HER MOTHER
NEW YORK, July 31, 1865. To the Editor of the Standard:
THE following autograph letter from Maj.-Gen. Wilson was elicited by an enquiry in behalf of Ellen Craft, now resident in England, for her mother, one of the redeemed from out of the house of bondage. The good will and courtesy of the General need no commendation from me. W. P. G.
[COPY.] MACON (Geo.), July 19, 1865. DEAR SIR: Your letter of June 28th was received day before yesterday. I have the pleasure of informing you that Maria Smith, the mother of Mrs. Craft, is now living comfortably with some colored friends within two hundred yards of my headquarters. Having discovered her residence, I sent for her yesterday, and read your letter to her. She was delighted to hear from her daughter and son-in-law, and requests me to say that she wishes to join them just as soon as they can send the money necessary to pay her travelling expenses. She is in good health, very hale, and young-looking for a woman of her age. I shall take great pleasure in transmitting any letters that may be sent to my care for her. Very respectfully, your obedient servant, (signed) Jas. H. WILSON, Maj.-Gen.
Fairbanks, Alaska. Feb. 3, 1916. To the Editor of the Planet. Richmond, Va.: Dear Sir.—I am writing to locate the relatives of the late Roland Griffin. Deceased was born in Paris, Kentucky, in 1857 or 1858. He went to Chicago in the early Eighties, and there worked as teamster for years, and also married in Chicago. He has three brothers, to-wit: Dave, George and Al. The present whereabouts of the brothers and wife unknown to the writer. Any information will be gladly received by Yours truly, S. B. H., P. O. Box [undecipherable] Fairbanks, Alaska. 4t
GADSON JONES—I desire to find my son Gadson Jones. He left Winnsboro, S. C., in June, 1881. Last heard from at Whynot, Ky. Also my son Lymus Jones; was last heard from at Lexington, Ga. Ad- dress [Address], Mrs. Rebecca Jones, Winns- boro [Winnsboro], S. C.
GEORGE TEARELL.—I wish to know the whereabouts of my brother, George Tearell. The last heard from him was in Montana. He left home 16 years old. Any information will be thankfully received. Address, John Tearell, Branch Street, Zanesville, Ohio.
He Wants to Find Them.I am desirous of finding some mem-bers [members] of the 36th Regiment, Co. G. U. S. Colored Troops The following are re-membered [remembered] by me; Anthony Pool, Order-ly [Orderly] Sergeant, Merrith Pool 2nd Orderly Sergeant; Wm. Walker, Elijah Brown and Anderson Wilson.Any one belonging to this Regiment will please address me.FREDERICK SMITH,Nuttalsburg, Fayette Co., W. VA.
Help Her If You Can. Information wanted of Joseph E. Williams, who left Youngstown, O., a year ago. Any information of his whereabouts will be thankfully received, by addressing his mother, Louisa Williams, 552 Thomas street, Youngstown, Ohio.
HENRY CRUTCHER.—I wish to find my father, who has not been seen since 1864, when he was in Franklin, Tenn. His old home was Mt. Car- mel [Carmel], Tenn. He was a slave of James Crutcher. Address Rev. S. Crutcher, 87 Seventh street, South Minneap- polis [Minneappolis], Minn.
I am inquiring for some of my people, John Hall; his father is Robert Hall, who was taken from below Columbus, South Carolina, thirty-eight years ago by Jesse Goodwyn and his Son-in-law, John Ross. His aunt, Christina Thompson, and Primas Thompson, his uncle, are living near New Iberia, La., and are anxious to hear from some of them; his aunt has been blind for over twenty years. They are living with their children who are members of St. James M. E. Church, Nancy Miller and R. Martin Miller. Any information will be gladly received by us. Direct MRS. CHRISTINA THOMPSON, Care of Rev. H. J. Wright, New Iberia, La.
I came from Virginia, Amarandan county, with a Mrs. Annie Owens, when about five years old. My old master's name was Richard Warfield; my father was named Zechariah Wood; my mother's name was Fanny Warfield; my brother was named Sam Warfield; sister Lucy Warfield. I have two aunts Eliza and Maria Warfield. After Mrs. Owen's death I was sold to the traders, brought to South Carolina and sold to Benj. Kilfore. I next belonged to Mrs. Borum, and lived in Mississippi. I have four children that are gone from me. Abram Borum went to Memphis with Grant's army, Caddice, Catherine and Joe Borum lived in Memphis, Tenn., they belonged to Jerre Borum. I am now living in Oxford, Miss., with Mrs. Bettie Ferrell. MATILDA BORUM
I desire to find my mother's people. My mother is named Manda Stubfield; she has three brothers and two sisters; her brothers names are Green, Carrol and Grundy Stubfield; sisters are Mary and Martha. They all belonged to Mr. Woodruf Stubfield, who lived in Sumner county, Tenn. When Mr. Woodruf Stubfield died the proper to was divided; mother and Carrol fell to Mr. Thomos Stubfield, then came to Texas; Grundy fell to Mr Clem Stubfield and came to Texas also. I will be thahkful for any information. Address Lucinda Renfro, Georgetown, Texas.
I desire to find my sister; whom I left in Noonan, Ga. Her name is Neugenia Nelson; she had six daughters, viz: Lillie, Siller, Kissie, Mary and Millie who was the baby girl, and five sons, viz: Syneka, Johnson, Phis, Joe Nelson and Andrew Lewis Nelson. Wyard was our father. The last I heard of them was in Noonan, Ga., in 1882 We used to belong to Squire Wray. Address me Joe Nelson, box 53, Thornton, Miss., in care of Rev. G. M. Beamon.
I desire to inquire for my mother, Matilda Townsend, raised by a man named John Townsend, in Floyd county, Georgia. She was sold there to go with her husband, and left me there. My name was Alex Townsend; now I go by the name of Alex Barnes. In a short while both were carried to Mississippi. Her husband's name was Phil Patrick. The last letter I received from her she was in Mississippi preparing to come to Texas. Any information will be gladly received. Send in care of A.M. Mason, box 6, Victoria, Texas.
I desire to inquire for my people, whom I left in Alabama in 1859. My father's name is John; he was commonly called big John. Mother was named Judie; she died in 1860. There were five children of us, four boys and one girl. The boys were Horace, James, Dan and John. I think all of their surnames were Edley. Brother Horace died in 1866. Sister's name is Mariana. Pa belonged to Dr. Bothwell, who sold him to a Mr. Whistnan, who lived in Ashville, St. Clair county, Ala. I was brought to Texas by John Whistnan. Information concerning any of them will be thankfully received by John Bothwell, care of Rev. F. Cary, Marshall, Tex.
I desire to know the whereabouts of my aunt, Lizzie Williams and mother, Sarah Watson. I have not heard from them since I was nine years old. The last I heard of them they were living at 510 N. 5th St. Any information will by thankfully received. MISS RUTH G. WATSON, Tuskegee Institute, Alabama.
I have not yet found my uncle, and through your most interesting paper I wish to make further inquiry for him. He left Rae's plantation two years before the the civil war closed; at that time he went by the name of Philip Rea. His mother and father went by the name of Alzaro Rea and Joe Rea. He had only one sister; her name was Sarah Ann Rea; she married Nelson Houston, but his name has since been changed to Hayman. They are my mother and father. He came to Arkansas in 1857 with Thomas Oliver, and lived in Columbia county, near Mathew's store, on Crockett Creek, adjoining Anderson Smith's plantation. His mother and father came along two years after he died. he belonged to Cornelius Rea, and the overseer's name was Anderson Bursey. Pastors and friends, I desire your help in finding my uncle. Any information concerning him will be very gratefully received. Address G. W. Mayman, Wiley University, Marshall, Texas.
I never made any effort to find my people before now. Will you please oblige me by publishing this letter. I have two sisters that were sold. Their names are Emily Mathews and Rachel Nelson; my name is Mary Ann Nelson; our father is named George Nelson, and Betsy Nelson. We were sold by the traders in Maryland. We belonged to a man named Henry Pugh, and was brought to New Orleans by the traders and put in a yard called Bruher's Traders Yard. Please direct letters in care of Union Chapel Church, Class No. 1, Mary Ann Nelson, New Orleans, La.
I WANT post-office address of James Lynch, Matthew Simpson Lynch, and Eugenia Lynch, heirs-at-law of James Lynch, deceased, formerly Secretaryof State of Mississippi. Information can be given them of a sum of money which belongs to descendants by M. M.McLeod, Jackson, Miss.
I want to find my sister, Hanna Grinston, who was born in North Carolina and was brought to Mississippi, near West Station, by Sam Strong, and she and I lived near each other in Mississippi since. She last belonged to one Mr. Winston, and then she moved to Arkansas, and since, I learn, she was in Downsville, La., No. 332 Main street. Last heard of her was in 1886, by a friend named Ben. Givins. My name is Anna Martin; our mother's name was Hannah Austin. My brothers were Wash, Bob, Wiley, and Henry; sister, Lizzie. Address me at No. 356 South street.
I want to know something about my father, Sias Anderson. He used to belong to Charley Henderson, near Murlreesboro, Tenn. He was sold South and shortly afterwards I saw him going North. The last time I heard from him he was at Index, Canada. Mother's name is Sarah McGill. She used to belong to David McGill, near Murfreesboro, Tenn. She had three children, Sarah Manda, Pleasant Riley and Francis. Address me at Hillsboro, Coffee Co., Tenn., in care J. R. Summerhill. PLEASANT RILEY MCGILL.
I want to know the whereabouts of either or all of the following old soldiers, supposed to be in New Orleans, if alive: Edward Gales, Co. F, 99th Regiment, U. S. C., New Orleans. Samuel Gales, Co. F, 99th Regiment, U. S. C., New Orleans. Paul Wells, Co. F, 99th Regiment, U. S. C., New Orleans. Harrison Williams, Co. F, 99th Regiment, U. S. C., New Orleans. Reuben Gray, Co. F, 99th Regiment, U. S. C., New Orleans. Kun Brook, Co. F, 99th Regiment, U. S. C., New Orleans. Fred Hunly, Co. F, 99th Regiment, U. S. C., New Orleans. Isham Jones, Co. F, 99th Regiment, U. S. C., New Orleans. Sheriff Jones, Co. F, 99th Regiment, U. S. C., New Orleans. Jack Nelson, Co. F, 99th Regiment, U. S. C., New Orleans. Jas. Waddle, Co. F, 99th Regiment, U. S. C., New Orleans. Address or call on Marshall W. Taylor, 37 Natchez street, New Orleans, and learn something to your interest.
I WISH to find my brother and sister. I left them in Hocksville, Luray County, Virginia. We belonged so Abram Miller, who bought Longs mill on the Shanandoah River. My mother's name was Lucy Miller. I wastaken away by John G. Hamilton. Address Thomas T. Miller, rear 388 North State street, Chicago, Ill.
I wish to find my people whom I left when a small boy in time of the war. I lived in Virginia, near Irchais Court House. My name is Benjamin Colson, and I do not know what their names are. If any of them see this I would be glad to hear from them. Address Benjamin Colson, Morrow, St. Landry parish, La.
I wish to inquire about my father, Alford Cravers. He use to belong to Press Craves, near Leesburg, Maryland Co., Va. Mother's name was Sidie Ann. She belonged to Jack Tippett. She was the mother of three children, Leatha Ann, Henderson and Sampson. I was brought to Makerry Co., Ala., by a Mr. Kepthard, a trader. Address me at Hillsboro, Coffee Co., Tenn., in care of J.R. Summerhill. ANASTER RICHARDSON.
I wish to inquire for my brother who disappeared from home Nov. 1, 1886, and when I last heaed from him he was in Hutto, Texas. His name is Jessie Bright. Address James G. Bright, Lockhart, Cald well county, Texas.
I wish to inquire for my brother; his name is Peter Page, son of Peter Page of Louisville, Ky. My mother's name is Maria Page, my name is Wm. Page; my sister's name is Mary Page. I had brothers named Henry Page, Maurice Page and Collin Page. We all belonged to Major Throckmorton, of the Galt House in Louisville. I am living at Rosedale, Iberville parish, La WM. PAGE.
I wish to inquire for my father's sister, Cornelia Ashby. When father left them she had three children, named Jeannette, Henrietta and Bentley. We have not heard from them since 1854. Father left and came west with Red Morris, and she stayed with Edwards. Any information concerning her will be gladly received. Address Cornelius Waiters, care of John Brawley, O'Daniel, Guadalupe county, Texas.
I wish to inquire for my mother's three sisters and one brother, who lived in Amite county, Mississippi, whose names are Dorcus, Lucinda, Vinetty and William Eubanks. The used to belong to Wm. Lowery near Liberty, Miss. My mother was sold in Louisiana at the age of about 10 years, with her sister Pation Eubanks, who was older than her, and is now about the age of 85 years. Any information of them will be gratefully received. Address A. R. Kimble, Chattanooga, Tenn.
I wish to inquire for my mother. She lived in Morgan City, La., about six or seven years ago; her name was Rhenor Turner. She gave me to a gentleman by the name of Gilbert Robinson. His wife was named Ann Robinson. I was very small then, and my new mother and father had relatives in Bryan, Texas, and moved here some seven years ago. My name is Millie. I heard from my mother once since I moved away—about 4 years ago. Any information will be gladly received. Address my husband, Joseph Ford, or J. A. Ford, Bryan, Brazos county, Texas.
I wish to inquire for my people who came from Bressau, Mo.; their names are Joe, Charley and Willie. Mother's name was Ellen. When last heard of her and Charley were living with a widow named Idell, Idell belonged to a Frenchman named Frayou. Made inquiry of Bressau's people. Address John Nelson, alias John Brest, Huntsville, Texas.
I wish to inquire for my people. Mother's name was Anna Crain; father's name was Jacob Taylor; uncle's name is Harkless Crain and one aunt whom I can remember when I left her was named Sally Crain. My grandfather's name was Stephen Taylor, and belonged to Mr. Harry Hall; he lived in Millend near Orangeville, and there were two boys who came from the same plantation I came from, Tom Sirete and Washington Allen. Some of my people live in the city of Philadelphia. If they can be found they may let me know about my mother and father. Rev. Ben Brown was pastor at that time; he belonged to Hall. Please address me, at St. John parish, La., Henry Taylor, care of Rev. B. Carr.
I wish to inquire for my relations that I left in Georgetown, Scott Co., Ky., forty years ago. My father's name was Paul Jones and my mother's name was Caroline Jones and belonged to a Mr. Moses Thomas. I had two sisters, Emily and Amanda. We were four brothers: Doctor, Duncan, Jack and Nathan, (the baby boy.) My master had two brothers to my recollection, Amos and Pressly Thomas. My mistress went by the name of Sophia Thomas. Jessie Stone was her father. Old Mr. and Mrs. Thomas had several children, the number and names I have forgotten, but the oldest girl Mary died when quite a child. If the whereabouts of my relations are known, please address Jack Jones, Marlin Falls Co., Tex., care Rev. Jas. W. Robinson.
I wish to inquire for my relatives whom I left in Savannah, Ga, viz: Thomas, James, Daniel, Rachel and Luvenia McIntire. I was brought away by James Syms. I then went by the name of Martha Syms. If any of the above are yet alive please address me at Ocean Springs, Miss., in care of Rev. N. Cannon. Ministers of Georgia M. E. Conference will please read this letter to their congregations.
I wish to inquire for my relatives. I left my mother in Culpepper county, three miles from Chancellosville, Va. She was sold by John Scott to James Russell; at the same time I was sold by the same man to John Decker. My mother's name was Maria Brown. She had three children whose names were Patrick, Willie and Ceayer. My father's name was Ben Brown. My name is now Milley McKinney. I had three children, John Henry and Ann Maria Wilson, I left with John Decker, twelve miles from Fredericksburg, Va. At that time I was sold to a Negro trader, whose name was George Ailer; after that I was sold a number of times, and finally came to Texas with a Mr. Jones. Address any information to Milley McKinney, care of Rev. P. Morgan, Galveston, Texas.
I wish to inquire for my sister through your paper. My sister, before she married, was nemed Emma Lewis, she married a young man by the name of Mr. Davis, in 1874. She moved from Shreveport, La., to New Orleans, La., and I have not been able to hear from her since. Please publish this through your columns and oblige, George Lewis, 1103 Main street, Fort Worth, Texas.
I wish to inquire for my sister, Sophia Gilbert, a sister of Julia Clay, who married Henry Clay. We left New Orleans about 7 or 8 years ago and came to Missouri, and left sister Sophia Gilbert in New Orleans. If she can be heard of, please write to me at Columbia, Boone county, Missouri. JULIA CLAY.
I wish to inquire for my three sisters. They were taken away from McMinnville, Tenn., about thirteen years before the war. My father, Willis, belonged to John Lusk. Mother's name was Ann Lusk. Sisters' names were Martha Alesa and Hulda. Address me at Hillsboro, Coffee Co., Tenn., in care of J.F. Summerhill. MARY RICHARD.
I wish to inquire for my two uncles, Franklin and Noble Logan. Their master's name was Taylor Logan, who came from South Carolina to Abbeville, Lafayette Co., Miss. Their mother's name was Mary Logan, owned by Taylor's brother, Sackrius Logan. Their brothers were named Gus, Butler, Stanmore and Ira Logan; sisters Rebecca, Cornelia and Mary Ann. After freedom all the rest of the family went by their father's name, which was Ephram Griffin. Any information given will be rewarded. Address, G. A. Griffin, Winona, Miss.
I wish to inquire through your paper about my mother and father. I was born in Athens, Ga., and belonged to John Dobbins, as also did my mother and father. My mother's name was Luly, father Waller. When i was about one month old Dobbins moved to Walton county, Georgia, on the Apalachee river: there I was raised, and he lived there until he died. My name is Henry, I was next to Matilda and Mack. My Mother had several other children whose names I cannot remember. When Dobbins died we were divided out. I fell to John T. Baker, son-in-law of Dobbins, and my mother and father fell to Dobbin's wife. Mrs. Dobbins moved to Monroe town, Walton county. I heard from one of my young masters, and he was still at the same place where his father died, but could not give me any information about any of my people; he said they were scattered all about from Georgia to Texas. Wm. Dobbins said that my fellow servant was still living where my mother lived; his name was Squire Hall, but I have never heard from him. I now go by the name of Henry Grant, and am about 52 or 53 years old. Any information will be gladly received. Address Henry Grant, Victoria, Texas.
I wish to inquire through your paper for my relatives. My grandfather's name is Moses Reddix, who was owned by Mr. John D. Jones, of Starksville, Va; Dennis, Willis and Harry, three daughters Betsy, Hannah and Louisa Reddix; Louisa and Harry Reddix were left in Virginia. Grandfather was a shoemaker. There is eight of the family left alive in Ascension parish, La. Address B. J. Reddix, New River, La.
I wish to make some inquiries in your paper for my people whom I left in Calvert county, (Ga.?), don't remember the State. My father's name was Levi Allen; he died before I left there. I want to know the whereabouts of my mother, two brothers and two sisters. My mother's name was Renda Allen; brothers William and Levi Allen, named after his father; sisters were Eliza and Debbie Ann Allen. We belonged to a man by the name of Dr. Michael Lines, and I was sold by him to a Negro trader by the name of Mr. Nutwell. I have lived in Texas twenty five years, and am now living in Galveston, Texas, and have been for the last seven years. My name is now Hannah Nelson, but my name when I was with them was Betsy Allen. If any one is acquainted with any of these names they will please address Hannah Nelson, Galveston, Texas.
I would like to find my brother Peter W. Easly. When last hear from him, he was in the postoffic at Winston, N. C. I heard that h left there and went west. Any information will be gladly received. MRS. KATIE JORDAN. 1300 South 8th Street, Camden, N. J.
I would like to find my sisters, Sarah, Georgie, Mary and Henrietta Canton. We were born in Hardy County, W. Va., and belonged to Isaac Christman. Any information will be thankfully received by Mar- tha [Martha] Moton, 429 Chicago Street, Joliet, Ill.
Information Desired. Mrs. Eliza Stewart, nee Eliza Robinson, wife of Henry Stewart, of this city, is anxious to learn the whereabouts of her brother, who was known as Richard Peeke, when sold by his master, Wm. Holliday, of Hagerstown, Md., long before the late rebellion. He is supposed to be in Alabama or Georgia, engaged in raising cotton. Any information about Mr. Peeker will be thankfully received by his anxious sister, residing at 108 Cherry avenue, Harrisburg, Pa. Southern papers please copy.
INFORMATION DESIRED.WILMINGTON, DEL., Feb. 11, 1893, Information concerning the where-about [whereabouts] of a man named Willie Nel-son [Nelson]. The mother of the young man will consider it a favor to her to be informed as to his whereabouts. The last account received of him he was at Hampton Va [indecipherable] Locust St.,Wilmington, Del.
Information is wanted of the whereabouts of Alcinda Bradford, daughter of Jacob and Susan Bradford. She was sold as a slave some years before the war, at New Orleans, to a man by the name of Lindsay, and was afterwards taken to Arkansas. Any information of the above person addressed to Easter Bradford, Chambersburg, Pa., will be thankfully received. Newspapers are requested to copy this notice.
INFORMATION IS WANTED of the whereabouts of two young colored men, nemed respectively Eugene Clifford and Adam Pinkwood, who were sold from their mother at Washington. D. C., during the late war, and supposed to be somewhere in Alabama. Any information leading to their discovery will be thankfully received. Address J. E. BRUCE, Managing Editor Washington Sunday Item, 4011 Pa. Ave. Washington.
INFORMATION IS WANTED.INFORMATION IS WANTED OF MINERVA WEST. AARON WEST, JANE COLEMAN WEST, ELIZA-BETH [ELIZABETH] WEST, ISABELLA WEST and her family of four persons. They lived during the war at Fars Farms Stafford County, Virginia. Any information as to the whereabouts of the above named person will be thankfully received by their brother, ISAAC WEST No. 19 Virginia street, San Fransico.
INFORMATION WANTED
Of my son Alek Martin, who when I last heard from him, about a year ago, was at Union Springs in Alabama Any news of him will be very thankfully received by his Mother He can write to me care of Rev. R. T. Kent. Augusta [Augusta], Ga. SERENA TROTTY.Sept 22, 2t
Information Wanted
SYRACUSE, N. Y., Apr. 12th. Mr. Editor: SIR--There is an aged lady in this city by the name of Diana Livingston, who is anxious to learn of the whereabouts of her only son, by the name of Henry Livingston. She heard that he was keeping a saloon in California, and she wanted to know the best method to pursue, and I advised her to enquire through your paper. You will please publish the appended notice for information and send the bill for same to me. Respectfully yours, JAMES C. LODGE Pastor of Zion A. M. E. Church. No. 15 Gazell street.
The notice is as follows: Information wanted of Henry Livingstone by his Mother, Diana Livingstone. The last she heard from him was before the war; he was then in Boston, Mass., and since then she heard of him being in California Any information concerning him would be thankfully received by his Mother. DIANA LIVINGSTON.
INFORMATION WANTED Ana Elizabeth Williams, (colored), [undecipherable] [undecipherable] by the name of Ann Elizabeth Smith, last heard from Columbus, Georgia, will counter a favor upon her mother, Dorous Jones, Fort Monroe, Virginia, by informing her of her whereabouts. Any person in possession of this information will please write to the mother according to the above address.
INFORMATION WANTED CONCERNING MY brother, Kinnett Claggett, sold from Annapolis by Nevett Steel. He belonged to Dr Rav's estate. I belonged to Mrs Bowie. Any information will be thankfully received by his sister, Miss Sophia Bishop, at Sharp Street Church, Baltimore City, Md.
INFORMATION WANTED OF GEORGE FLOURNOY, who was to Atlanta when last heard of Any information of his whereabouts will be thankfully received at this office. ELIZA MARTIN. 24
Information wanted of Henrietta Broadwaters children or grandchildren. The said Henrietta was a sister to Mollie Blake, late of Worcester county, Md [undecipherable], who has left her entire estate by will to her [undecipherable] children. Henrietta lived in Philidelphia a [undecipherable] years ago. Address, R. D. Jones, Att'y at Law, Snow Hill, MD.
INFORMATION WANTED OF HENRY Jones and Sallie Jones, who lived in Virginia, near Southampton. Any one knowing their whereabouts please address Mrs. Celia Jones, Box 153 Mount Pleasant, Iowa.
INFORMATION WANTED OF JAMES Canty, formerly of Nashville, Tenn. Rev. S. Canty, Parksville, S.C.
INFORMATION WANTED OF MARY PaTUN who once lived in Virginia, 3 miles from Carterville Property belonging to a blacksmith named Joseph Self, any information of her whereabouts will be thankfully received by her daughter who is now living in Sacramento City. Address JULIA, care of the Pacific Appeal Office, San Francisco. [undecipherable]
INFORMATION WANTED OF MARY SELF who once lived in Virginia, 3 miles from Carterville. Property belonging to a blacksmith named Joseph Self, any information of her whereabouts will be thankfully received by her daughter who is now living in Sacramento City. Address JULIA, care of the Pacific Appeal Office, San Francisco. [undecipherable]
Information Wanted Of Miss Hannah Harmer or Mrs. Johnson, widow, daughter of Elizabeth and John Harmer, who formerly resided east of Toronto, Can., near Sharkhill and Brooksbush. Left Toronto in 1864, in company with her mother and brother, Thomas Harmer, en route for Buffalo and left the latter place for Wisconsin, Iowa or Indiana. Was reported that she married again. Any information of her whereabouts will be thankfully received, as she will hear of something to her advantage. Kindly communicate with W. H. Gilliam, 37 Robinson street, Toronto, Can.
INFORMATION WANTED of Mrs. Elizabeth Houston, wife of S. P. Houston of Memphis, Tenn. Any friends who can give information in regard to the whereabouts of Mrs. H, will confer a great favor by dropping a few lines to S. P. Houston, at Chattanooga, Tenn., P. O. Box 189. 195-4t.
INFORMATION WANTED OF MY brother, James Glover. He was formerly a servant of Washington Ankrum. The second owner he had was Captain Bell, captain of a Pilot boat. When last heard of he was in Europe. Any information concerning his whereabouts will be thankfully received by his sister, Mary Ann Maria Hutchings, Haddocks, Ga.
INFORMATION WANTED Of my mother Maria Hall whose first husband, my father, was James Mason; and of my sisters Margaret and Lucy Mason. When last heard from they were living in or near Front Royal, Va. but my late owner, John B. Gardener, wrote me that they had removed to Ohio. Any information of them will be thankfully received by Robert Mason 280 East Washington St., 3t. Syracuse, N. Y
INFORMATION WANTED OF MY SISTER, Mary Lilly. Her husband's name was [Indecipherable] Lilly. Have not seen her-in e 186[Indecipherable]. At that time she was slave of Hubert Williams in B one Co, Mo. Her sister's name was Lucinda Miller afterwards Lucinda Mason Any information as to her whereabouts will be thankfully received. Address Rev C.D. Write Wyoming. Hamilton county, Ohio, Box 74.
INFORMATION WANTED OF MY son, Stanton Shepard, who, when a boy, was given by my master to his niece, near Culpepper, Va. Afterwards he was sold to a negro trader. Any information may be given to editor of CHRISTIAN RECORDER, Harriet Shephard.
Information Wanted of my two brothers, Alfred and Osville Carter and also a sister, Jane Carter, formerly of Abington County, Va. When last heard from, Osville and Jane were living with a man named Wilson and Alfred was with a man by the name of Lile. Any information respecting them will be thankfully received by their brother, Paris Carter, residing in Victor, Van Couver's Island, British Columbia.
INFORMATION WANTED OF MY UNCLE Jacob J. Simmons, who left Charleston, S.C., about thirty years ago. Last heard of him he was tailoring in Chester, Del aware Co., Pa. Pastors in that region will please make inquiry and if anything is learned of him please notify Rev. Isaac S. Grant, his nephew, at Shiloh, Sumpter Co., S.C.
Information wanted of one Isaac Tolson He left Howard county Mo. many years ago. The last heard of him he was in Canada. He had a daughter named Dulcina. If any one can give any information of his whereabouts they will please inform his daughter, Mrs Dulcina Hail, at Clinton, Henry county, Mo.
INFORMATION WANTED OF ROBERT MIL ler, a shoemaker by trade. Any information concerning the above named person will be thankfully received by his son George T. Miller, West Chester, Chester county, Pa.
INFORMATION WANTED OF THE son of Cary and Julia Melton. His name is Raz B. Melton. He left us May, 1883, at Cuthbert, Randolph county, Ga. Last we heard of him he was at Birmingham, Ala., preparing to take leave for Louisville, Ky. We now reside at Eufaula, Ala. Any information thankfully received. Address, Cary Melton, Eufalia, Barbour county, Ala.
INFORMATION WANTED OF THE WHEREABOUTS of my Brothers GEORGE and JERRY and [undecipherable] PAULINA YANTES. children of Beirow Figg, before the war they were in Lancaster, Kentucky. Also, of my father, KRINTOW, who belonged to a man named Bristew Pigg. Also of my sister's [undecipherable]. MOSES CISDOCKN, who [undecipherable] is Missouri. AL, of three children of Henry Yankee, HENRY, SUSAN, and KLISON, they lived with one Joshua Sherman, below Jefferson City, MIssouri. Any information of the above named persons will be thankfully received by HENRY YANTES Sacremento, Cal.
INFORMATION WANTED — May Kelley, now stopping at the Oakland House, on Third and Broadway, wishes to find her brother, John Kelley. Any information of his whereabouts will be thankfully received. nov[undecipherable]
Information Wanted! FROM ROBERT GEORGE GROSS. If this should come under the notice of any person who is acquainted with the whereabouts of the abovenamed person, they will confer a favor by giving the information, by letter or otherwise, directed to Henry Tolbert, care of the PACIFIC APPEAL. He was last heard from in 1857, as being at Michigan Bar, in this State. Information of vital importance awaits him. au24-tf
INFORMATION WANTED, OF HOWARD SATTAWHITE, was in Sa- vannah [Savannah] when last heard of. He left there some time in November last for Grahamsville, S. C. He was a drummer in the 1034 regiment, U. S. O. T. Any information of his whereabouts will be thankfully, received by his father at this office. JOHN SATTARWHITE
INFORMATION WANTED, OF MOSES WATKINS, who was sold from W. Rob't Watkins. When last heard of he belonged to Mr. Hobert McWhorter, 8 miles from Woodville on the Athen Drunch Railroad. If he is living, he is about 20 years of age and of dark complexion. ALSO ABRAHAM WATKINS. of the same family. Last heard of, he was in Maryland, Dis't, City of Memphis, Tenn., aged about 18 years, dark complexion. Any information regarding either will be thankfully received at the office of this paper. dec30.3m FANNY WATKINS.
INFORMATION WANTED, OF TONEY JOHN ON, who was sold from John Hymen, of Clarksville, Halifax county, near Roanoke River, N. C. Last heard from, he was in Hobby, Alabama. Any information regarding him will be thank- fully [thankfully] received at the office of this paper.dec30 1m KAMP JOHNSON.
INFORMATION WANTED-- Of Eliza Pryor. She will hear something to her advantage by addressing H, 1730 Diamond Street, Philadelphia, Pa.
Information Wanted. [] the whereabouts of JAMES JACKSON; a son of Louis Jack- Mr. James Jackson left Evans- Indiana about 7 years ago. Any [undecipherable] concerning him will be [undecipherable] received by his brother, [undecipherable] COX, 907 Canal street. [undecipherable], Ind., or the editor of HERALD OF KANSAS.
Information Wanted. A gentlemen by the name of Joseph Phillips, residing in Grants- ville [Grantsville], Nevada, is very anxious to learn of the whereabouts of his relatives. In order that they may be identified, we are requested to state that he belonged to a Mr. Scott, of this city, who owned a plantation about 25 miles above Baton Rouge, and was sold in com- pany [company] with four cousins in 1850 or 1851. He was purchased by a Mr. Blancha, a dentist, No. 104 Royal street. After that he was sold to a negro trader named Hatch, who, inturn, sold him to a Mr. Faulknay,of Texas. When with his first owner he went by the name of Val- ance [Valance] Scott. When with the den- tist [dentist], Joseph Blancha.
His father's name was Baptiste Phillips; his mother is dead; he left in this city an aunt named Fanny, and two cousins, Matilda and Chloe. Any information furnishedthe LOUISIANIAN concerning these people will be thankfully received.
INFORMATION WANTED. A. to the whereabouts of John Bry ant [Byrant] who when last heard of was work- ing [working] in a barber shop in Montgomery, Alabama. Baptist Leader please copy and for- ward [forward] all information to Mrs. Emma Thompson, his aged mother. Direct to Dutton House, Topeka, Kansas
INFORMATION WANTED. Ann Elizabeth William, (colored,) [undecipherable] [undecipherable] by the name of Ann Elizabeth Smith, last heard from in Columbus, Georgia, will confer a favor upon her mother, Dorcha Jones, Fort Monroe, Virginia, by informing her of her whereabouts. Any person in possession of this information will please write to the mother according to the above address. mh5—2w.
INFORMATION WANTED. Charles Divan, now goes by the name of Daniel Williams, wishes to learn the whereabouts of his parents. My father's name was Lloyd Divan; mother's name Millie Divan. They were owned by Henry Cast in the days of slavery, in Frederick City, M. D. any information addressed to Daniel Williams, Onega N. Y., will be thankfully received.
Information Wanted. FASCO GASQUELL Teamster Company "F," 99th Regiment U. S. C. troops, is an applicant for a pension on disabilities incurred while serving as a soldier in the above Regiment. His claim lacks proof as he has been unable to find the post-office address of any of his comrades Will any of the following persons, or any other member of the company that may know of his disability, please send their address to his attorney at Xenia, Ohio. viz: Edward Gales Samuel Gales Paul Wells, Harrison Williams, Reben Gray, Kim Brook, Fred Hunly, Isham Jones, Sheriff Jones, Jack Nelson James Waddle, or any other member of the command. Address the undersigned, J. S. ARMSTRONG, Attorney. Xenia, Ohio.
INFORMATION WANTED. GEORGE W. FISHER.—On account of business of great importance to the family, information is wanted of GEORGE W. FISHER, of Philadelphia, who left that city in 1851, on the ship "Venus," for California. When last heard from he was at Rattlesnake Bar. Any information in regard to him will be thankfully received by Sarah H. Fisher, No. 418 Callowhill st., near Fifth, Philadelphia, Pa.
INFORMATION WANTED. Hannah and Caesar Mallory Desire to learn the whereabouts of their children, LEWIS, WM. B. GILES, JOHSON, CAESAR and FRANK MALLORY. The parents still live in Hampton Va., where they lived when the above named children were sold. Any information will be thankfully received by the parents. [undecipherable]
Information Wanted. I would like to find my relatives. I was born in Sommerset Co., Md., Prences am [Prencesam], Md. I left there 36 years ago. I belonged to John Anderson. My moth- er [mother] belonge to the same party. Her name was Peggy and her husband's name was Adam Lankford. My mother had six boys; viz: Horace, Charles, George, Alexander, Henry and Sandy. I had two sisters, viz: Sarah Ann and Malinda. One of our neighbors was named W. Barnes and one Mrs. Porter. My aunt Harriet belonged to a man named Morris Adams. My uncles were George and Frank Arter. They belonged to Morris Adams. My cousins were Moses, Ike, Daniel and Litt and belong-ed [belonged] to the same person. I had two other cousins named Maria and Easter. I was sold by John Anderson to John Sanders, a Negro trader; he sold me to Smith, a Negro trader; Smith sold me Robertson, a Negro trader and Robert- son [Robertson] sold me to Judge Perkinson of Lou- isiana [Louisiana]. If any one can give me any in- formation [information] of above named parties will please address JOHN ANDERSON or his son, SANDY ANDERSON, Mineola, Wood Co., Tex. 12,8 4t
INFORMATION WANTED. IF LOUISA ALEXANDRIA RICHARDSON IS in the city of New York, her mother, Charlotte Richardson, would like to hear from her. When last heard from, she lived at No. 40 Wooster st. Any information will be thankfully received by MRS. J. A. SMITH, 1410 Dupont st., San Francisco
INFORMATION WANTED. INFO MAT ON WANTED OF JUL US HARR. so, formerly of Tar oro, N.C. He is suppos d to ba[Indecipherable]e go e to Baltimore la t Apr l to learn the baker s t[Indecipherable]ade. He is nephew of Rev. M.b. Matthewson of Tarboro, N.C. Any information as o his whereab uts will b gladly received by Julia Harris n, No, 5 Fruit St. Boston, Mass,
INFORMATION WANTED. INFORMATION WANTED OF Alexander Detour, formerly of Baltimore, Maryland, who is supposed to be in the Northern part of this State. Any information of his whereabouts will be thankfully received by his sisters, Clementina Jane Detour Porter, and Georgiana Detour-McCullough, San Francisco, or at the PACIFIC APPEAL office, 511 Sansome Street.
INFORMATION WANTED. Information wanted of DANAH McDONALD, who left San Francisco five years ago, to go East during bad weather. Any information of her whereabouts will be thankfully received by Mr. Wm. Alexander, 1407 Depost street, San Francisco, Cal.
INFORMATION WANTED. Information wanted of Hester and Jones and her' son George formerly of Vicksburg, Mississippi, was in the family of Dr. S. White during the war. Any information of their whereabouts will be thankfully received by her mother Maria Brooks San Francisco. Address letters care of PACIFIC APPEAL, office San Francisco. may—2
INFORMATION WANTED. INFORMATION WANTED OF MY AUNT, Flora Hillard. She was sold in 1861 from Louisiana to a man by the name of Pinch who went to Texas and took her with him I have not heard from her since. She first belonged to a man by the name of W W Collins. Any information will be gladly received. Please address, B. T. Davis, Mine La Motte Madison county, Mo.
INFORMATION WANTED. Information wanted of one Pleasant Storks, age in the sixties, born at Manchester, Va., had sister named Martha Ann, whom he last saw in Norfolk, Va., about 45 years ago. It is to his interest that I seek to locate him. Any information will be graciously received by ROBERT S. MOORE, 229 East 75th St., N. Y.
INFORMATION WANTED. MR. EDITOR.--I am one hundred years old, and also blind. I have a friend living in the State of Texas by the name of Henry Clark. I do not know how to find him without giving notice through your paper, calling your ministers attention to it in Texas. He can find me by directing to Hattie Johnson, care of S.R. Cottrell pastor of A.M.E. Church, Oberlin, Loraine Co., O. Will you please oblige a blind woman? I cannot see, but I will meet you in heaven to which I am bound. HATIE JOHNSON. Oberlin, Loraine Co., O., Sept. 23, '78.
Information Wanted. NEW WESTMINISTER, British Columbia, May 13th, 1865
INFORMATION WANTED OF JOHN FRANCES, of Boston, Mass., who came to California in 1854. Any information concerning the above-named person will be thankfully received. Please direct to GEO. P. RILEY, my20-1m New Westminister, B. C.
INFORMATION WANTED. Notices under this heading, not exceeding ten lines, will be published FREE OF CHARGE. Of the whereabouts of GEORGE BLACKBURN. Any person knowing of his whereabouts, will confer a favor by addressing MRS. SUSAN MILLER, Loveland, Ohio.
INFORMATION WANTED. Notices under this heading, not exceeding ten lines, will be published FREE OF CHARGE. OF the whereabouts of MILTON HARBIN. Any information of his present whereabouts will be thankfully received by his wife AMANDA HARBIN Topeka, Kansas, Or Editors of this paper.
Information Wanted. Want to know the whereabouts of my sister, Mrs. Sarah Fowlkes and Martha Tissles. They have both lived in Richmond for about 14 years. Information concerning them will be gladly received by their brother, JOSEPH CHEATHAM. 1227 N. 26th St.
Information Wanted. Wanted to know. the whereabouts of Jas. Cox and Scott Brannom. both born near Frankfort, Ky. Jas. Cox belonged to Jane Black and Scott Brannom to Jno. McClain. Any information will be thankfully received by addressing Jno. W. Ballard, Cadiz, O.
Information Wanted.-- I would like to learn of the whereabouts of my daughter, Juda Sandros, and my sister, Susan Tears, formerly of Hicksville, Hanover Co., Va. Please address, Polly Sandros, Yorktown, Va. 194--7t.
Information Wanted.I would like to know the wherea-bouts [whereabouts] of my brother, William H Pleasants, son of Mr. Scott T. Pleasants and Mrs. Bettie L. PleasantsWhen last heard of he was in Boston one year ago. Any news of him willbe greatly appreciated by his sister,Louisa J. PleasantsBuchanan, Va.
INFORMATION WANTED.INFORMATION WANTED OF THE WHEREABOUTS of my Brothers, GEORGE and JERRY, and Sister MELINA YANTES, formerly of Garret County, Ken-tucky [Kentucky], and lived there until the war. Also, of my father, BRISTOW who belonged to a man named —[illegible]. Also of my sister's son Moses [illegible] of Lafayette County, Missouri. Any information of the above named person will be thankfully receivedby HENRY YANTES, Sacramento, Cal
INFORMATION WANTED.— Of Jeremiah Brown who lived at one time with Edward Tozer, Waverly, [undecipherable]. If you wish to hear from your mother, address Iantha Melvin, Waverly, N. Y.
INFORMATION WANTFD-- Of our son William T. Cooper, who left Memphis, Tenn., four years ago; was last heard of in Chvenne, Wy. He was once a member of Avery Chapel, Tenn.; age 24. Address. MRS. ELIZABETH COOPER, 820 San Julian St., Los Angeles, Cal.
INFORNATION WANTED OF Caroline Barnwell, formerly belonging to Mr. Kingston, at Calhoun, Ga., has not been heard of in two years. Any information of her whereabouts will be thankfully received at this office. MARIA JENKINS.
J.M. Cullins, of Navasota, Texas, wishes to find his father, Tom Cul-lins [Cullins], and his sister, Vina, who were left in Alabama when mother and family were brought to Texas. Father belonged to Rufus George, near Greensborough, Alabama. My sister's name was Vina and she be-longed [belonged] to Watts, as also did mother and all the children. Miss Watts married Combs, and sister was taken with her--I do not know where. She was left in Alabama when we were brought to Texas. Mother and four sons are in Texas. Mother's name is Phillis. The old-est [oldest] son is Henry; next, James M.; next, Tom; youngest, Reuben. Three are with mother in East Texas. Sister Sarah died beforethe war. Please direct letters to me to Navasota, Texas. JAMES M. CULLINS.
JACOB JONES. -- I wish to find my uncle Jacob Jones. I saw him in Chattanooga, Tenn., in 1864 or 1865. He was a Union soldier. I do not know the number of his regiment as I was a small boy at that time. Address, H. P. Jones, Davitt's Polk County, Ga 3-26-92
JAMES MCKINNEY -- I wish to find brother James McKinney and Ben. Calp. When last heard from he was in Cincinnati running on the Big Sandy packet. McKinney is tall, brown complexion, large eyes. Ben. was very stout looking and is not so dark as James. Address, J. A. McKinney care Nashville Tribune, Nashville, Tenn.
Jas. H. Berry, who served as an ensign and executive officer on the famous iron-clad, "Essex," during the late war, has made application for a pension. He has furnished the Commissioner in Washington with satisfactory evidence, that he was a well man when he entered the service and an injured one when honorably discharged, but the evidence is required of some witness cognizant of the wounding before Port Hudson in 1863. A difficulty is encountered by Mr. Berry, who does not know the address of any officer or seaman on board the Essex at that time. The crew was dismissed, and frequently recruited, and on its discharge from service scattered abroad. A large number of colored men served on the Essex, and if any one of them can aid Officer Berry in securing his deserved pension, it is hoped they will communicate with him at once, directing their letters to Box 341, Houston, Texas. It should be a pleasure to thus serve any of the crew of the Essex, which participated in every historic fight from the engagement at Fort Henry, down to the battle of Baton Rouge, and the surrender of Vicksburg and Port Hudson. Let Methodist preachers read this from their pulpits or make it known otherwise to their congregations.
LETTER OF INQUIRY. JACKSONVILLE, FLA., 1868. Information is wanted, by the Rev. Lymas A. Anders of Jacksonville, in the State of Florida, concerning his kinsfolk, who first belong to the Widow Cook of Effingham County, Ga., and who fell to Lewis Cook of Alabama or Mississippi, but who staid with a resident of Bullock County, Ga., two or three years, till removed by Lewis Cook to Alabama or Mississippi. I have not heard from them since 1830 or 1831. My father's name was Gideon Cook; my mother's, Betsy Cook; my three sisters, Sally, Mary Ann, and Chaney. My own name was then Lymas Cook, but now Lymas A. Anders. If this should meet the eye of any person acquainted with the parties herein named, or who can give any information concerning them, they will confer a great favor by addressing REV. LYMAS A. ANDERS (Box 191.) Jacksonville, Fla.
Looking for the Children. Aunt Cynthia Scruggs, formerly a slave of Nathaniel Scruggs, of Jackson county, Mo., now lives in this city. She had three daughters, named respectively, the oldest, Francis Ann, a slave of Henry Chick; and Virgin Mary and Tamantha Jane, slaves of Rev. Thomas Johnson, now deceased. These children were all sold before the war, and have gone the old lady knows not whither. She is very anxious to find out something concerning them, and takes this means of making her wishes public. We hope our brethren of the press will pass this round, and if anybody knows where the girls--grown up women by this time--are, they will do a kindness to the mother by publishing the fact, or sending to her at Lawrence, Kansas.
LOST BROTHER. I want to find my brother, his name is Lee Littlejohn, the last I heard of him he was in Cleburne, Texas. Any information concerning him will be gladly received, address me at box 541, Mrs. Jannie Bell, El Paso, Texas.
LOST FRIENDS. DEAR EDITOR--My father was sold from me in the year 1850 by Dr. Martin, in Polk county, Texas. His name was Reuben. Dr. Martin also owned my mother, Betsey and sister Fanny, and one boy, Henry. Dr. Martin removed to Corsicana, Texas, and there my mother lives. Any information of him will be gladly received. Please address me at Shreveport, La. SAMUEL WILLIAMS.
Lost!Who knows the whereabouts of my brother (James R. Randall). The last time I heard from him he was in Leav-enworth [Leavenworth], Kan., in 1889. If any one can give any information leading to his whereabouts they will greatly obligeN. W Dixon,Yazoo City, Miss.
LUCY STARKS—I wish to find Lucy Starks. Her mother was owned by the Armstrongs. Also Wm. Starks and Duvall Starks. Their home was in Maysville, Ky. Their mother is living and has a good home for them. Address Mrs. Clara Scott, To- ledo [Toledo], Ohio.
MARGARET ROBERS.--I desire to find my sister Margaret Robers. She left me in Franklin Co. Alabama, in 1852, and went to Texas. I have heard from her once since the war. Address Harry Tony, Du Quoin, Ill. 8-26-92
MARY BALL.—I wish to learn the whereabouts of my sister Mary Ball. Her birth place was Berryville, Va.,she belonged to Col. John Morgan. Her father's name was Jerry and mother's name Betty Ball. Address Nathan Ball, 2955 Dearborn, lower flat, Chicago, Ill.
MISS LUCY WILDER MISSING. Mrs. Rosa Westbrooks wishes to know the whereabouts of her friend, Miss Lucy Wilder. When last heard of she (Miss Wilder) was in Hillsboro, Texas. Any one knowing of her will please address MRS. ROSA WESTBROOKS, Colorado, Texas.
MR EDITOR - I wish to inquire for my father, Phil Marshall. The last account I had of him he belonged to Dr. Kinsey, who lived in Palestine, but left and went West, out about San Antonio. The oldest boy was named Jake, belonging to F. Hasel. There were five children of us. The oldest girl was named Sukey, belonging to Harriet McKenzie, and the other two girls, Nancy and Angeline, belonged to Daniel Hasll, and brother Mathew belong to J. Hasil. Address Amy Sparka, Armour, Limestone county, Texas.
MR EDITOR -- I am inquiring for my wife, Sinnie Robinson; I left her in Culpepper county, Virginia. We belonged to Mr. Braeston Crap. She had seven children; my oldest was named Francis and one named Silvey; and a step daughter named Adeline Coleman. She had five boys, named Bennett, Howard, John, Dallas and Rufus. Dallas, Howard and myself were sold to a speculator named Billy Ross. Any information as to their whereabouts will please be addressed to me, Richard Robinson, Crystal Springs, Miss., in care of Rev. P. F. Robinson.
MR EDITOR -- Please inquir through your paper for my brothers Pillow and Charlie Dodds. They were raised in Franklin county, Miss. They belonged to Dr. Wm. Dodds. There mother's name was Adeline Dodds. She formerly lived in Hinds county, and was brought to Franklin caunty by Dr. Wm. Dodds. We had a sister by the name of Jane; she ran away from Franklin county in the year 1864 with Pillow and with a band of men; the leader of that band was named Prince. We heard they went to Natchez, Miss. My sister had a daughter by the name of Anna Jane. The last time we heard from them they were living with an old man by the name of Jack Wilson. We have not heard anything as to their whereabouts for five years. Should you hear anything from them please address me, Aleck McGae in care Rev. P. F. Robinson, Crystal Springs, Miss.
MR EDITOR-- I desire to find out the whereabouts of my uncle and and two aunt. My uncle's name is Brewston Lee. He formerly belonged to the family of Lees in Amite county, Mississippi. My aunts names were Mary and Martha Lee, belonging to the same family. Any information of them would be gladly received. Please address Rev. B. Bolden, Cheneyville, La., in care of Mary James.
MR EDITOR-- I wish to inquire for Gabe Coley and Dolph Coley. Mr. Dolph Coley was my maaster. Both of them lived near Osmulgee river. The name of the town they lived in was Hawkinsville. Gabe Coley lived on one side of the river and Dolph on the other. My father's name was Alfred Coley, mother's name was Mary, I had several other relatives, but do not recollect their names I had one brother named Charles. My name is Jack Coley. Pastors read this letter to your congregation. You will oblige me by directing your letters to Rev. R. Roberts, Brookhaven, Miss.
MR EDITOR-- I wish to inquire for my sister and brother. My mother had 3 children, her name was Auldy Burt, sister Claricy Burt, brother William Burt. My name was at that time Mandy Vension Burt. I am now Mandy White. Mother used to belong to John Burt. I left them all in Poinsett county, Ark. Sister Claricy had 2 children, Susan and Joseph. Our nearest town was Harrisburg. I left sister with Birk Bratcher and brother was Thomas Estrage. I hope the preachers in Arkansas will help me in finding my people as your paper is doing and I hope my friends will aid me. God bless you. Please help me to find my only sister and brother Any information will be thankfully received at Marwell, Ark., in care of Albert Tate, P E.
MR EDITOR-- I wish to inquire through your paper for my father; his name was Malcom Williams. I was sold from him when I was 13 years old by Hirms Williams from Gwinnett county, Ga., where I was born. I was run off by my old time master and sold in Alabama. My mother died while I was in Alabama; her name was Perliner Willims. Also my two uncles, George Mulligan and Uton Mulligan. I was known at that time by the name of Green Williams; since freedom I change my name to Green Bolden, Conway, Ark.
MR EDITOR-- I wish to inquire through your paper for my sister, Lucy Terry. She was raised three miles from Spring Garden. My master's name was Daniel Terry. Her mother's name was Sallie. Our father's name was Moses Terry. Any information of her will be gladly received. Address George Terry, 751, corner 10th and Avenue I, Galveston, Texas.
Mr Editor--I wish to inquire for my brothers, Thomas, Isaac Samuel and Terry Keys. My name is Mary Keys. My owner was the widow Nancy Keys, who lived between Brookhaven and Monticello, Miss. My brother, Thomas Keys was carried away by Eliza Prestige to Pike county, Miss. Brother Larry was carried to Texas by Steven Keys. Samuel was carried to Pike county, Miss., by Joecyer Prestage. Isaiah was carried away by John Keys to Louisiana. My younger brother Parker I left in Brookhaven. Since I left there he went away. My name now is Mary Porter. I live at Ocean Springs, Miss. Our mother was named Dina Keys, she is dead. Address to Mrs. Mary Porter, Ocean Springs, Miss.
MR EDITOR.— I wish to inquire for my sister, Lucy, who belonged to the man who raised us, Daniel Terry, in Virginia, about 23 miles from Danville, in the country. She was sold to a Negro trader when I was a small boy. I have not seen her since. It was forty odd years ago. Perhaps she is yet living. Our father belonged to a man named Jessie Wootson, and our mother's name was Sallie, belonging to Daniel Terry, and who had a brother named John Quincy; he was raised at a place about three miles from Spring Garden. The man that kept a store at that time was Joe Anderson, and he married one of our mistresses, named McMurry. They lived between two creeks called John Run and Sweeter Fork; which entered into Sandy Creek. My father belonged to a Methodist preacher named Jessee Woostan, and I was brought to Texas and sold thirty years ago. I was sold in Galveston Texas, and am living here yet. Address any information to George Terry, corner 10th street and avenue I, Galveston, Texas.
MR EDITOR: I am the daughter of Eliza Ann Lancaster. She married a Mr. Moses French, so he was my father, and my name is Charlotte Rebecca French. My grandparents on mother's side were named Richard and Jemima Lancaster My uncle is named Richard H Lancaster, and his wife's name was Sarah, and he did live in Alexandria, in Virginia, in the year 1871, but now I do not know where he is. I also had an aunt. Her name was Lurua Kemp. She did live in Georgetown, but I do not know where she is now. Direct your letters to Mrs. C R Farrar, Galveston, Texas, Avenue M, No. 12, between 24th and 25th streets.
MR EDITOR— I wish to inquire for the following names: Cilk Weston, Samuel Weston, Joe Weston; these are my mother's children. The last time that she saw them was in the year 1886. She belonged to old John Weston, of Jamestown, South Carolina, who sold her to old James Hibler, of Alabama, who was a Negro trader. When she was sold they were quite small, Joseph being about 10 years old, Cilk about 8, Samuel about 2 years old. She brought with her a little colored baby, about 8 months old, named Amanda. She was brought with another man by name of Sharper; he was the Negro driver. Any information of their whereabout please forward to James Dennis, Crystal Springs, Miss.
MR EDITOR—I desire to inquire for my people. I was born in Madison county, Ala., five miles east of Maysville. My father's and mother's name were Ben and Kittie Buchanan respectively. Both belonged to Richard Buchanan and moved before the war to Boone county, Texas. Harriet and Matilda were left in Louisiana. Margaret Buchanan was left in America. The last time I heard of sister Emily Snodgrass she was at Jackson, Ala. Address Frank Buchanan, Bingham, Tenn.
MR EDITOR—I wish to inquire through your paper for my son Emmanuel Gater; his age is 19 years old; he was born July 31, 1867; he was working at Elliott Station, Miss., last Summer on Mr. Fragor's place; the last time I saw him was last September; he left there some time in last October and I heard that he went to Memphis, Tenn., then I heard that he was in the swamp on Mr. Dr Jones place. I ask the preachers please to read this from the pulpit. Any information of his whereabouts will be thankfully received. Address me, E. G. Gater, Duck Hill, Montgomery county, Miss.
MR EDITOR—Mrs. Sinthy Spencer, of No. 1511, corner Brozart and Cherry street, Austin, Texas, wishes to inquire for her brother. His name is Hyram John Calvin. His mother and father and father were Sarah and Gabriel Calvin. His sisters were Mary, Harriette, Ena and Margarette. He was sent to New Orleans just before the war
Mr. Editor - I am a member of the church, and a subscriber for the SOUTHWESTERN. I wish to inquire for my stepdaughter's father, who belonged to Mrs. Rebecca Pearson, who at that time was living 12 miles from Florence, Stewart Co., Ga. His name was Peter Pearson. My stepdaughter does not remember her father. Her mother's name was Lucinda Phillips, who belonged to Dr. Phillips. She left there in 1860, and came to Texas. Her name is Amanda Burns. All information will be gladly received, address John Stewart, Conroes, Montgomery Co., Texas.
Mr. Editor - I was informed by Rev. Charley Brown that the SOUTHWESTERN was a paper that would bring all lost friends together; he said that your paper found his people for him who had been goneever since the year 1867, and in 1885 your paper brought them within hearing of him. I now inclose to you the sum of one dollar for this paper to pay for it just as long as it will last, in order to get you to publish the following names of my people, who have been parted from me about 37 or 38 years. My father is Frank Walker, mother is Harriet Walker, sisters Mary and Charlotte Walker; brothers, Ed. Franklin, Simeon and Orange Walker. I used to belong to Monroe Holloway, about eight miles from Rockport, Missouri. I was a small girl when I left them in Atchison county, Missouri. I do not know what names my father and mother, sisters and brothers go by at this time. I am in hope that the preachers and class leaders in every State will please help me to find my people, by your publishing their names. They have been away from me so long I expect they will be very hard to hear, but please call them again and again until they can be found, and when they are I will let you know. Any information that can de given will please be addressed to Louisa Mitchell, Ga land City, Miller county, Arkansas, care of H. A. McCants.
MR. EDITOR - I wish to find my three brothers, Charles, Nelson, and Washington, whom I left in Robertson county, Texas, near Brazos river. They belonged to Judge Davis, also my owner. He had a large farm about 10 miles from a little town named Boonville. John Davis, my young master, brought me away from there the first year after the surrender. I then went by the name of Matilda Davis, but have married since and go by the name of Matilda Turner. Address me at Millwood, Ark. MATILDA TANNER.
MR. EDITOR - I wish to inquire for my brother, John Avery, whom I left in 1880. He is said to be in Texas. My name is Allen Avery. If you receive any information of the above please address Rev. A. Moore, Shreveport, La.
MR. EDITOR - I wish to inquire for my people. I have two sisters and brothers, whose names are Malinda, Sallie, Aaron, Alfred and James Bailey. Our master, John Bailey, brought us from Florida to Texas. I have not seen my people since we were set free. Address James Bailey, Dewese Woods, Liberty county, Texas.
MR. EDITOR - I wish to inquire for my people; I left them in Georgia in 1851. My father's name was Sandy Bentely, and mother's Julia. There is two brothers of us and six sisters. Brothers' names were Jack and Daniel Bentley; sisters Maria, Sarah, Aggie, Malinda and Mary Ann. We belonged to a man by the name of Benjamin Bentley, and lived 40 miles from Augusta, Ga. I was sold to a Negro trader by the name of Jeff Gennerals. Address Daniel Bentley, Handsboro, Miss. Handsboro, Miss, May 8, 1888.
MR. EDITOR - I wish to inquire for my relatives through your paper, whom I left nine miles from Liberty Court House, State of Missouri. I left there in 1860. My wife was named Melisia Uerill. My sons names are James and Elija Uerill; daughters name are Martha and Alice Uerill; one step-daughter named Anna White. I used to belong to a man by the name of Thomas Bigdle, but I go by the name of Elija Uerill. I am now 91 years of age. Am now living in Crystal Springs, Copiah county, Miss. Pastors read this notice to your congregations and help me to find my family, if you please. I want my children to know where I am so they can help me and come and see me. Any information of the whereabouts of my people will be thankfully received. Address me, Elijah Uerill, at Crystal Springs, Copiah County, Miss., in care of Rev. P. Cannon, pastor in charge of the M. E. Church.
MR. Editor - I wish to inquire for my uncle, Charles Rhodes, who belonged to Josiah Rhodes in Greenville, Ala. His wife Aggie died there, and the last time I heard from him he was in Pensacola, Fla. He has several sisters, one was Sophie and the other Dinah, and Dinah is my mother. All belonged to Jacob Werall. My uncle kept a grocery in Greenville, and I was raised by Ruth Ann Smith. Mother had daughters Clara and Rhoda, and a son named Willis. Father was Ned Silliman. We were all born in Covington county, Ala., and were brought to Texas by a Mr. Davis before the war. Address me at Calvert, Texas.
Mr. Editor - I wish to make some inquiries in your paper for my people whom I have not seen since emancipation. I have three brothers, one named Jacob, one named Edward, one named Rafe; and three sisters, named Margaret, Annette, and Hannah; one aunt named Jane. We all belonged to a man named John Cockrum, and we all went by the name of Cockrum. After the death of John Cockrum we were sold at a public sale. I was sold to a man by the name of Boscaeser, and my sister Margaret was sold to a man named Philip Cheek; my brother Jacob was sold to Colum Hearne; brother Jacob's name was changed when he was sold to Jacob Hearne. I and brother Jack and sister Margaret were brought to Robertson county, Texas, and I was brought to Galveston, Texas. I have not heard of them since. My brothers Edward and Rafe and sisters Annette and Hannah, and aunt Jane I have not heard of since we were sold. If any one is acquainted with any of the above named please address Mrs. Lizzie Sims, Wallisville, Chambers county, Texas.
MR. EDITOR -- I desire to find my brother, Burrel Goodwin, my sister, Emily Goodwin, and my brother’s son, Houston. They were left with Turner Goodwin. If you know anybody whose name is mentioned in this letter please address me, Elbert Goodwin, Aberdeen, Miss., care of the M. E. Church.
Mr. Editor -- I desire to find my kindred. Dicy Jones was my cousin, Rose Jones my aunt, and Antrim was my uncle. They all belong to Dr. Jones, and were sold in Natchez, Miss. Address K Ford, Washington, La.
MR. EDITOR -- I want to inquire for my mother and sister. My mother's name was Pacitons and my sister's name was Vain Roctal and my name is Margarett. We all belonged Mr. Tolley, in Arkansas, and I was sold. I had one sister by the name of Sophia, and we were born in Williamsburg, North Carolina. If any information could be had address Margarette Young, Calvert, Texas.
MR. EDITOR -- I wish to find my people whom I left in Lawrence District, S.C., at the close of the war. We belonged to Mr. Martin Shaw. My fathers name was Jack Shaw, and my mother's name was Annie Shaw. They had ten children; Harry, Mary, Harriet, Julia, Jerry, Matthew, Andrew, Lank, Alex, and Sarah. Harry was sold to Mr. Joe Millent, Andrew was sold to Mr Rhbert Temerlton, and was carried to Ga., Harriet is now at West Point, Miss., I married my present wife while in S. C. Her people lived with Mr Vance Her mother's name was Phillis Vance. She had four children. My wife's name is Marriet Seluin, she had a sister whose name was Judie. I do not know the names of the other two children. If anybody knows anything about them it would be a great kindness to write to me. My address is Alex Shaw, Starkville, Miss.
MR. EDITOR -- I wish to inquire for my brother; his name is Joseph Wilson. There were five children, three sisters and two brothers of us. Amanda was the oldest, and I next; Henrietta next to me, she has a daughter named Alice; Joseph is next; Jerry is the baby, he belonged to a man named Tom Anderson. Our father was named Nelson Wilson, and mother's name was Elnora. We all belonged to Mr. Wilson except Jerry, and lived at Griffin, Spaulding county, Ga., until recently. Bro. Joseph left us in 1866, with a lot of hands for Cuba or some foreign port, and I have not seen or heard from him since, except in Birmingham, Ala., some one told me they thought he was there. I was cooking for old Judge Wright at the time Joseph left us. Sister Amanda married a man named Frank Sims Any information concerning Joseph will be thankfully received. Address Ann Curry, in care of Rev. J. T. Henry, Missionary Ridge or Amnicola, Tenn.
MR. EDITOR -- I wish to inquire for my husband. My husband's name was Thomas Butler; we were separated at Memphis Tenn.; he was sold to a Jew by the name of Levi. At that time I was taken back to Georgia by my owner, a Mat Bradford, where I remained for three years; then I was sold to George Hitchens, and he brought me to Texas at the commencing of the war. Any information of his whereabouts will be thankfully received. He was a preacher before the war. Pastors and friends please read this and help me to find my husband, and you will confer upon me a great favor. Address me at Goliad, Goliad Co., Tex., in care of Rev. B.F. Smith. CHARLOTTE BUTLER
MR. EDITOR -- I wish to inquire for my people whom I have not seen for 40 years, that was when we left Virginia. I had four sisters named Eliza, Mary Ann, Isabella and Laura Anderson; the father of those girls was named Otha Anderson, and their mother Peggie Anderson. She, when we were all living together, was one day assisting in hauling wheat and in coming in she got up on the wagon, it being loaded, she was pulled off as the wagon came into the barn, and fell on the floor, and from that she died. She belonged to old Johnnie Williamson, and after my mother's death he died, and his estate was sold. I also have one brother, Philip Snider. At this time my name was Charles Bell. I and my brother Philip and sister Eliza were sold to a man named E. Hut Turner, and after four years the three of us were sold to old Bill Crow; who then lived in Charlestown, Virginia. I had two cousins whom I left in Virginia, one was named Lyda Carmon and the other Ann; they were sisters; their mother was named Jennie. Ann was sold to old Jones, with my two youngest sisters. If any one is acquainted with any of these, they will please address, Charles Sims, Wallisville, Chambers county, Tex.
MR. EDITOR -- I wish to inquire for my sister Ann Maria Thompson. Her first owner was Joel Hudspeth whose wive's name was Nancy Hudspeth. The last time I heard of her she had gone to Missouri with her owners. My mother's name was Celia Hudspeth, grandmother's Rachel Wilkins, my grandfather's, Dick Swann. My oldest uncle's name was Joe Wilkins. I was raised by a woman whose name was Barbara Hudspeth, and her husband's name was Jack Bell. My name is Mary Eliza Thompson, but now I am known as Mary Petty. Address any information to Mary Eliza Petty, care of Rev. A. Brown, La Grange, Texas.
MR. EDITOR -- I wish to inquire through your paper for my people whom I left in Tedville, North Carolina, in what year I don't know. I had two brothers and two sisters. My mother's name was Hannah McCoy. My other brother's name was Philip McCoy, and my sisters names were Harriet and Edith McCoy. We belonged to Mr. John McCoy; he died and willed me to his son George McCoy and he sold me to a speculator named Droue, and the last time I saw any of my people I was in the guard house and my sister Harriet McCoy came to the window and called me. I had an aunt, her name was Millie McCoy. My oldest cousin was named Julia McCoy. The next one was named Annie McCoy; she had two brothers to my remembrance, Isaac and Dave McCoy. Their father was named Sandy McCoy, all belonged to old John McCoy. Pastors please read this from your pulpit, help me to find my people and God will bless you. If found you will please address my grandson, Henry Akins, Shell Mound, Miss. My name is now Sandy Akins.
MR. EDITOR -- I wish to inquire through your paper of my lost friends which were left in Virginia: Carrie Davenport and Richard Coben, Mariah Davenport, Tamero Davenport, Dianer Davenport, James Davenport, John and Rose Davenport, George and Sallie Davenport, Mother and father. They were brought away by John Mann. I, James Davenport, oldest son, will gladly receive any information. Address C. Davenport, pastor of Lovelady, Houston county, Texas.
MR. EDITOR -- I wish to inquire through your valuable paper for my brother and sister. My brother's name is Roberts and we called him Dock for short. My sister's name was Louisa Roberts. They went off in the year 1867 from Industry, Austin county, Texas. They went off with a man by the name of Bedford Cartwright, who was their stepfather. It may be that they go by their stepfather's name, but their names are Manuel Roberts and Louisa Roberts. The last time I heard from them they were in Hearn, Texas. The names of our father and mother is Andrew Roberts and Eliza Roberts and my name is Adam Roberts. We were born and raised in Austin county, Texas. Any information will be gladly received by Adam Roberts, Georgetown, Williamson county, Texas. I will be obliged to everybody if they will help me to find them.
MR. EDITOR I desire to inquire through your paper as to the whereabouts of my relatives. My father's name was James Evrey Wallen, my mother's Lily Frances. She was the mother of sixteen children, namely Ben Herbert, James Anthony, Mary Jane, Lucy Phœby, Sally Frances, Betsey and Cuff, Abram, Robert Armstead and Jordan. Abram and Mary Jane were sold before I was. Brother Robert and myself were sold at the same time to to A. M. Payne, who bought us in Richmond, Va. Brother Jordan died before the war began. I was sold by Archie Wammack in Spotsylvania county, Va. My mother's name was Calet Anderson. Any information please address Charles S. Anderson, Grenada, Miss.
Mr. Editor I wish to inquire for my people through your paper. I belonged to Henry Huff, who lived in Clark county, Ga., near Watkinsville. My father, Spencer Thurman, belonged to a man named Thurman, in the same county. My mother, Charlotte Huff, belonged to Henry Huff, and at his death I fell to Johnson Huff. I was stolen from my master by a man named Bill Acreage, and carried to Lumpkin, Stewart county. [Indecipherable] and sold to a lawyer named William Fort, in Lumpkintown. My brothers and sisters were named as follows: Lewis Huff, Ed Huff, Moses Huff, Eliza Jane Huff and Maria Huff. Any information of these people will be gladly received. I live under the name of Ed Spencer. Address me at Quincy City, Texas.
MR. EDITOR — Aggy Campbell was taken to Missouri in 1856 by T. F. Campbell, president of the college in Platte county. Aggy was at Cold Springs in that State, and is thirty-four years old. Her mother was Harriet Gibson, and grandmother Aggy. If any trace of Aggy Campbell can be found, address me at Lovelady, Texas. AGGY ELLIS
MR. EDITOR — I desire to inquire for my relations. My father Hardy Forrest, now deceased, left his relations at Stanley, Gaston county, N.C. His father and mother were Samuel and Lucy Forrest; brothers, Moses, Orange, Jerry and Wort Forrest, and a sister named Margaret Forrest. My guardians were George and Sally Hunter. They left New Orleans for Virginia about seventeen years ago. Ministers at Norfolk, Va., North Carolina and Virginia will please inquire for these names for me. Address B.H. Forrest, Chestnut, near Bordeaux streets, New Orleans, La.
MR. EDITOR — I wish to inquire for my sister, Mary Trouard. Tilman Trouard was her husband, and our mother was Matilda, and her father Dick Robinson. They had five children. The oldest brother was Frederick, the next child was Mary, then Moses, then Levi, and next the baby Martha. We have an uncle Levi who belonged to Gid Leavitt, and we were all set free in Columbus county, Alabama. We have an uncle and aunt in West Point Ga., Harry and Anna Zachary. My name is Moses Ballard, but I now go by the name of Moses Robinson. Address me at Calvert, Texas.
MR. EDITOR —Please let me inquire through your paper for my brother, Davey Walker; he is a son of old man Mat Walker, who was a great tanner in Coffee county, Tennessee. My name is Mat Williams, my post-office Houston, Wayne county, Tennessee.
MR. EDITOR- Allow me to inquire for my three brothers, Albert, Logan and Jordan. We belonged to Mr. Houston, near Danville and Sanford, Ky. I was a child four years old when brought from there by James Cole, a son-in-law of old Sam Houston. He had been married twice, and both wives were named Betty. He had three children. My father and mother are dead; father was Anderson; mother fainted, fell into the fire and was burned to death. Albert was sold before I left. Logan was sold too. I heard that Jordan remained with old Sam Houston. My name was Margaret Ann, but I was called Peggie. I came to Texas with Cole, who sold me to Bledsoe, he sold me to Crekendoll, he sold me to McKay, and the war found me with him. I am married. Address me at Davilla, Texas. MRS. MARGARET HARRIS.
MR. EDITOR- I desire to inquire for mother and brother. Mother's name was Phillis Lilly; brother's, Frank Lilly. We all belonged to Mrs Lilly. I was brought to Texas by Bill Davidson, who bought me from Mrs. Lilly. The last I heard of them they were in Corlston. I left them in Aknan, Miss. Please address me in care of Rev. A R Norris at Victoria, Texas. BETTRIA ANN LILLY
MR. EDITOR- I wish to inquire for my people. My father's name was Ben, he belonged to a man by the name of Burry, near Greenville, S. C.; Mother's name was Eady, she belonged to John Paden. I had five sisters, I here give their names, Lucy, Matilda, Rosetta, Clearica, Harlow and Johnamandy. One brother, his name was Burzearley. I was sold upon the court house steps in Lawrenceville, Guinett, Ga., 35 or 40 years ago, to George Kurk, and brought to Chattuga, county, Ga. I came to Tennessee since the war. My name at that time was Harriett Caroline Calhatcher Paden. I am now known as Callie Willson. Please address Rev. J.T. Henry, my P.C.
MR. EDITOR- I wish to inquire for my sistor; her name is Julia Smith; she goes by the name of her father. I have not heard from her in nine years. The last time I heard from her she was in Natchitocles parish, La. She was not married then. I heard since she was to be married, but did not learn the man's name. Any information will be gladly received. Address M. E. Kellum, Eylan, Bowie county, Texas.
MR. EDITOR- I wish to inquire for my son, a young man about 26 years of age. His name is Turner Saterfield. He left home Feb. 10, 1874, and I have have heard from him once; he was then in Cincinnati, O. He was to lave Cincinnati in a few days for Memphis, Tenn., at the time I heard from him. I think it was in 1877. My name is Permelia Saterfield. His step-father is named Imziah Saterfield. Any information regarding his whereabouts will be gladly received by me. Address Parmelia Saterfield, in care of Rev. H. C. Williams, Key's Chapel M. E. Church, Gallatin, Tenn.
MR. EDITOR-- Allow me to inquire through your valuable paper for my two cousins, Green and John Dubose, brothers. During the outbreak of the war Green was taken as a servant for one of J.J. Dubose in the Confederate army. HIs parent received a latter from him once, I heard, in 1868--then he was said to be in Leavenworth, Kansas. John was captured by the Southern soldiers at the battle of Pine Bluff, in 1863, and has never been heard from since. Any information will be gladly received. Their father and mother belogned to Dr. A. D. Dubose. All are now in Pine Bluff Ark.--Humphrey and Aley Dubose, one son and one daughter--Miller and Carolina. They now go by the name of Cox. Address Miller F. Cox, Pine Bluff, Ark., or myself at St. Andrew's Chapel, Memphis, Tenn. J. N. MOON.
MR. EDITOR-- I am hunting for my brother; his name is Peter Harris. He went from Shawne town, Ills., to Helena, Ark., on a steamboat called Delaware. The last I heard of him he was living with a man named F. B. Rodgers, in Philos county, Ark. He belonged to a man in Henry country, by the name of Atkins. His father was a free man by the name of Jack. His mother's name was Lucy. Peter Harris is a yellow man, 5 feet and a half high, about 41 years old. Any information of him please address Daniel Harris, Mayfield, Graves county, Ky.
MR. EDITOR-- I desire to find my father; his name is Prince Jackson. Dear editor, will you please do this for me and oblige yours truly, Lizzie Larck. The last time I heard from him he was in New Orleans. Please address me at Corrigan, Polk county, Texas, Lizzie Larck.
MR. EDITOR-- I desire to find my people, my father's brothers. I left my father in Macon, Miss., but he was sold in Mobile, Ala., and his name was Burrel Goodwin and his brother's name was Albert Goodwin and Ben Goodwin. Mother's name was Rose. Address George Houston Goodwin, Aberdeen, Miss.
MR. EDITOR-- I desire to find my people. I used to belong to Dr. Brown. My father's name was Obe Powells and my mother's name was Leanther Brown. She died when I was a babe. She was on her way out to Texas when she died, and I was given to a man who was named Parker and taken back to Alabama. This Dr. Brown came to Texas and married a lady named Mrs. Elvira Strickland, who lived in Rust county, Texas. Then the said Mr. Strickland, relation of Mrs. Strickland, who married, brought me to Texas in the 8th or 9th year of my age, which was about 8 or 9 years before Emancipation. I am now married and am the mother of 5 children. If there is any whereabouts of my father, Obe Powells, I would be thankful that any one would address me, his daughter, Caroline Warford--original name Caroline Powells. Address Rev. Allen Thomas, Pitts Bridge, Burleson county, Texas.
MR. EDITOR-- I desire to find my people; I left them in Pendleton county, West Va., when I was 12 years old. I belonged to Mr. John McClure and was sold to Mr. McDobbs with my uncle, James Gilmore. About the same time my mother was sold to a man in the South, but whereabout I don't know. Her name was Hannah McClure. I heard that my brother Aaron lived in Maryland county, Pa, and my aunts Julia, Mary and Vina, uncle Sam McClure, also my granmother, named Amy McClure. There was an aunt Jane, and a grandmother named Eliza, and I don't know how many more that I have forgotten. If found you will please address Mrs. Virginia Coaston, Morrow's P. O. St. Landry parish, La.
MR. EDITOR-- I desire to find son, who left home in March, 1886. He goes by the name of Johnson, but his right name is Johnson Fenner. He is very near of a white complexion and of short, thick build. We, his parents, with his brothers and sisters live on our farm, about four miles from Meridian, Miss. Address James Fenner, in care of Dock Birkling, Meridian, Miss.
MR. EDITOR-- I desire to inquire for my lost brother; his name was Summer Jackson, and also my cousin Charles Jackson. We all belonged to the Jackson's in Clarkesburg, W. Va. My other brother's name is Garland Jackson; he is here in Cleveland, Ohio. My mother had two boys and one girl. My name is Rosa. I am married now and my name is Rosa Stafford. Will you please publish this in the SOUTHWESTERN, and information of the whereabouts of any of them will be thankfully received by addressing Mrs. Rosa L Stafford, 31 Hackman street, Cleveland, Ohio.
MR. EDITOR-- I desire to inquire for my people, who belonged to a Mr. William Atkison, who lived on the foot of High street, in Petersburg, Virginia, and he moved to a little village called Winchester, between the Blue Ridge and Catskill mountains. There were six brothers of the Atkisons, William, Robert, Rogers, Thomas, John and Joseph. My father and mother were Martha and Peter Howard, mother was called Patty; sisters, Eliza Jane the oldest; Violet, Chloe, Mary, some are dead. My oldest brother was William, then Peter, Robert. All were Howards. My grandmother was Chloe Jones, and Aunt Eveline Wilcox, grandmother's youngest daughter was Chloe Thompson, by marriage. I have found one of my cousins, Mary Gillis, her brother is Robert Gillis, wife Rachel Gillis. My name was Maria Howard, but some called me Annie Maria. I am now Maria Fisher. Address Maria Fisher, care George H. E. Fields, Bellville, Austin county, Texas.
MR. EDITOR-- I desire to inquire for my people. I have not heard from them since 1881. About three years ago they were in New Orleans, La. Jack Rhad and sister Jane, cousin Eveline, brother Claiborne and sister Susan, Clabut and Charlotte Clalup, and my husband, Bob Moore. The last I heard from Bob he was in Holmes county, in 1864, also my sons Bragg and Solomon. Plesase address me at Plantersville, Texas. MARIAH GREEN
MR. EDITOR-- I desire to inquire for my relatives whom I left before the war on the eastern shore of Maryland, in a little town called Hancock. My grandmother was named Amy Sneed, my grandfather was Peter Sneed. My mother was Sarah Sneed, father was Caleb Rebel; an unele [uncle] named Peter Sneed, and one Thompson Sneed. Had aunts Maria Sneed, Hanna Sneed, Mary Sneed, Easter Sneed, and Amy and Rose Sneed. I left a sister named Virginia with a shoemaker called Sam Cumming. His wife was Jane Cumming. Any information concerning them will be thankfully received by Louis William Sneed, Baldwin P.O., St. Mary's parish, La.
MR. EDITOR-- I desire to inquire for my relatives. My father's name was Matthew Thompson, mother's Jane Thompson. My father died in 1867, but mother is still living. I had two brothers, one was Calvin Thompson, the name of the other I do not remember. Gavin entered the war in March, 1862, at Natchez, Miss., and was an officer; the other went to Vicksburg, Miss., in 1872. Any information will be thankfully received. Address Matthew Thompson, Barlow, Miss.
MR. EDITOR-- I desire to inquire through the SOUTHWESTERN for my kin people. In the days when human beings were bought and sold in this chivalrous South my body belonged to Col. T. G. Johnson, of Memphis, Tenn. He kept a hotel and a number of race horses. My body was sold in New Orleans to a Mr. Absalom Gill, in 1843. I then went by the name of Pink Johnson. My present name is Mary Brown. I had three sisters, Sallie, Elizabeth and Louisa. Our mother died when we were so young that I cannot give her name. In August, 1878, I received a letter from my sister Sallie; she was then living in Memphis, Tenn. She was married and was the mother of six living children. Her husband's name was Bayby. At that time she said our sisters Elizabeth and Louisa were living in Water Valley, Miss. If any person who shall read this can give me any information as to my sisters or their children I shall esteem it a great favor. Address me in care of the pastor of the Clinton Street M. E. Church, Carrollton, Louisiana. MARY BROWN.
MR. EDITOR-- I desire to invuire for my relatives. I went by the name of Emma; my name now is Emma Louis. I was from the city of Richmond, Va. I was a little girl then, living with my owner, Edward Callor. My father's name was Marshall Jones, mother Betsy and my sister Rosa. I left sister in Henderson county with father; mother died before I left. I had a half brother named Charles, and three half sisters, named Mary, Eliza, and Olia. When my old owner died I was sold to my young mistress, Mrs. Callor. I remained with her until a farmer named McDonald, came to Richmond to hire laborers, and I came off with a woman named Martha. I am now married and the mother of seven children. My husband's name is Adolph Louis. Any information will be thankfully received. Address Emma Louis, care of H. C. Boase, Jeanerette P. O., La.
MR. EDITOR-- I desire to make inquiry for my son Walker Fenner. He ran away from home the 6th of March, 1886. He is a mulatto, about 15 years of age, is short and very heavy set. I would thank any one to inform me of his whereabouts. My name is James Fenner, Meridian, Miss. Send letter in care of Doc. Kirkling.
MR. EDITOR-- I have just learned that four years ago a notice appeared in your paper inquiring the whereabouts of Jo Hill, colored, signed Betsy Hill, Margaret Hill, Fanny Hill. I am the said Jo Hill. Betsy was my mother, the other two my sisters. I am here, and own a good plantation, and am anxious to learn their address, which appeared in your paper. Can you refer to any files, or which is the best way. Please inform me which is the best course to pursue. I am willing to pay you for any information to get their address, or for a notice or advertisement in your paper. Please write me and state particulars. Address Jo Hill, Bryan, Brazos county, Texas, in care of Capt. Adams.
MR. EDITOR-- I have received from Millwaukee, Wis., names of lost friends of a resident of that city. I understand that you publish such lists, and if by that means friends my be put in communication, how great would be the joy! I enclose the paper sent to me. Their mother's name is Nellie Furley. Milly Ann belonged to Robt. Logan and was sold down in Louisiana to Billy Perkins. Sam Furley belonged to Robt. Logan, in Lexington, Ky., and was sold to Col. Regans, Holly Springs, Tenn. Lydia Furley belonged to Logan, and was sold to Dick Fly, Tennessee. Their sisters names are Matilda, Susan, Mary and Dolly. Address me at 713 Grand Ave., Milwaukee, Wis. MATILDA HUGHES.
MR. EDITOR-- I left my people in Greenville, Va., about 30 years ago. My owner was McMilliam Wright. I was at that time taken away from my mother: her name was Susan Alison. I had a brother Edmond, a sister May and an uncle named Joe Evoy. Address me at New Orleans, La., care Mrs. Gustave Bertoll, 278 Ursuline street. CLARA OLIVER.
MR. EDITOR-- I saw in the list of preachers of the Vicksburg conference, a name which seemed familiar to me. The name was Nathan Oliver, my father had a brother by that name. My father's name was James Oliver, but was changed to James Townes, but by marriage is changed to Boyd. I also have a brother whom I believe to be in Vicksburg or that part of the country, who I would be glad to hear from. My brother's name is Sandy Townes or Oliver, he will be known by either one. Maggie Boyd, 120 Pontotoc Street, Memphis, Tenn.
MR. EDITOR-- I saw in the SOUTHWESTERN CHRISTIAN ADVOCATE of Dec. 23, in the Texas Conference the name of S. M. Bolden. I have half brothers and an uncle in Texas somewhere and would be very glad to find them. They were sold before the war. I came out here since the war, about 15 years ago, from Virginia. My father's name is Isham Bolden; he used to belong to Nat Holling, Fluevanar county, near the old Virginia mill post. Address me at Cheneyville, Rapide parish, La., Rev. Braxton Bolden.
MR. EDITOR-- I wise to inquire for a brother of mine. His mother's name was Martha Woods; her owners were Mr. Solomon Moore, her home was in Chester village. His father's name was Seaza Wood. After living for some time in Chester county, was sold and bought by a horse trader named William Arnold, which changed his name to Wade Arnold. Any information will be highly appreciated. Please address me at Askew, Ark., care Rev. R. Green. JOHN WOOD.
MR. EDITOR-- I wish to find my kin people and children through your paper. My father and mother belonged to Fred Deliner, also their four children. I also wish to know what became of a brother by the name of Geo. Harrison, who belonged to Sam Midlecoah. George had his hand cut off at the threshing machine. After I left home my mother and four children left Fred Deliner; I was then called Terry Harrison, by marriage now my name is Terry Brown. Please let me know where my two children are, namely: Mary Ann Ebright, Joseph Henry Johnson. I left them with Mrs. Rose Ann Bornet. I there belonged to Geo. Mich. I wish any one that may read this letter of inquiry and know of the persons herein mentioned would either write me, Terry Brown, Bolton, Hinds county, Miss., or publish in the Southwestern Christian Advocate.
MR. EDITOR-- I wish to find my relations. I left them in Norfolk, Virginia. Mother belonged to Henry [undecipherable] Tolbert, father belonged to Kerlan, as near as I can remember father was Lewis Kerlan, mother was Silvia Kerlan. Her mistress was Miss Diana and her master Henry Tolbert. Her young mistress Mary Frances. Address Mary Watson, Weimar, Texas.
MR. EDITOR-- I wish to find my uncle whom I left in the year 1873. His name was Ned Akins; his father's name was Sandy Akins; his brother's name was Squire Akins and Scott Akins. The last time I heard from him he was in New Orleans. When he left I was quite small. If found you will please address Henry Akins, Shell Mound, Miss.
MR. EDITOR-- I wish to find the whereabouts of my kin people, two brothers and one sister. Brothers are named Horace and Robin Haril, and sister was Rosetta Haril. Brother Horace married Sarah Ann Garrett. Robin's wife was named Virta Cartwright; sister's husband was named Alex Haril. I left them all in 1867, 2 1/2 miles from San Augustine, Texas, on Mr. Bill Garrett's plantation. In slave time we all belonged to the widow Sallie Harril. Our father's name was Adam Haril; he died when we were quite small. Our mother was named Eliza; she is living with me, and desires to find her boys that they may care for her in old age. It was about two years after emancipation when I left them. I have heard from them several times. I ask Rev. Robert Williams, the pastor at San Augustine, to please take this letter and seek for my relatives. Address me, in care of Rev. Willis H. Jackson, Brenham, Texas. MRS. ANN LEE.
MR. EDITOR-- I wish to inquire about my sister's father, Jim Rice. I received a letter from him about seven years ago, and have not heard from him since. He was living in Boston, Missouri, on Col. McCleran's place. Sister was Mollice Rice, but since her marriage is Mollie Dickson. Address me at The Oaks, Miss. M.C. KIDD
MR. EDITOR-- I wish to inquire for a friend of mine. We grew up together. He was older than I was. I have not seen him in thirteen years. We belonged to Judge Campbell, in Columbus, Texas, on the side of the river. Judge Campbell bought him when a little boy. He could just remember his mother. He stayed with my mother, grandmother and uncle, named Harriet, Charlotte and Solomon respectively. We called him Billy, but since that time he goes by the name of William Wesley. The last heard from he lived in Harrisburg, Texas. He taught school there. Since then he has moved. I was the only child mother had then, and he nursed me. I am married now. Address me LILLIE D. DOTSON. Frelsburg, Texas.
MR. EDITOR-- I wish to inquire for a sister of mine who in slave times belonged to Izer Wells. He carried her away from here about 1854, supposed to have taken her to Louisiana, and I heard that since 1865 she was living in New Orleans. Her name was Harriet and my name was Julian McDaniel then but it is changed to Julian Jones. We have one more sister, Nancy, and a brother, William; our mother's name was Maria. Address Julian Jones, in care of W.D. Fulton, Paris, Texas.
MR. EDITOR-- I wish to inquire for my aunt, Eliza Jones. She left Sunflower landing, Miss., in 1878, and went to near Memphis, Tenn., and I have not heard from her since. She has two children, a boy and a girl. The boy was Gust and the girl Mattie. Address me at Meridian, Miss. M. BROWN
MR. EDITOR-- I wish to inquire for my aunt. Her name was Henrietta Eaton when she came from Granville county, North Carolina, and her husband was David Eaton. He belonged to John Eaton in North Carolina, and her baby at that time was a boy named Granderson, but other children were born afterward, and she has not seen me since she left North Carolina. Her father kept Wm. Eaton's mill. My grandmother was Mollie Eaton, and her sons were Jordan, Green and Carloss; and daughters, Dolly, Charlotte and Henrietta. The last named being the baby. I hope she remembers me - a little boy of her sister Charlotte's - Robert Freer, and my oldest sister, Emily, and our mistress, Betsy Freer. Her sisters, Marrel and Mary, and her brother, John Freer, were Robert Freer's children. Jordan and his family fell to Miss Marrel Freer, and Charlotte and her family fell to Betsy Freer. We all came to Columbus, Miss. Henrietta and her husband, David Eaton, were brought to Holly Springs, Miss., in slavery, by Bludsoe, and we heard of them there time and again since the surrender. Betsy Freer married a Sturdivant. Address me at Mayhew Station, Miss. ROBERT F. STURDIVANT
MR. EDITOR-- I wish to inquire for my brother and sister -- Jacob and Lizzie. I was sold from them when a girl 12 years old. My mother, Elizabeth, belonged to Aleck Ross. Bob Foster bought me. My mother died when I was very small and my sister was a baby. Address me at Sutherland Springs, Wilson county, Texas. ELIZA KEMPER
MR. EDITOR-- I wish to inquire for my brother, William Lite Dune. He and I belonged to the widow Patton in Milligan, Arkansas, and when we were freed I came to Texas. My name was then Mary Jane Patton, but is now Mary Jane Minter. Address me at Phelps, Texas; or in care of Rev. B. M. Taylor, box 109, Huntsville, Texas.
MR. EDITOR-- I wish to inquire for my brother-in-law, Major Bradley. The last I heard from him he was at Lake Providence, La. My husband died, left me 7 children and no one to help me. I am a poor widow. Address me, care Rev. C. Taylor, Clinton, La. MARTHA BRADLEY.
MR. EDITOR-- I wish to inquire for my brother. His name is Augustine Narcisse. He left here with the Twenty-Sixth Louisiana Regiment, Company A, and served as a cook. He was captured at Vicksburg, Miss, July 4, 1863. Any information will be thankfully received. Address Martelan Robinson, care of Asbury M. E. Church, Rev. H. J. Wright, pastor.
MR. EDITOR-- I wish to inquire for my brother. His parents names were Mary Ann Burrah, step-father was Foch Burrah; his name is Thomas Henry Burrah. Had two sisters, Mary Jane and Roxanna. Our master's name was Phillip Burrah. We were all raised in Carroll county, five miles from Carrollton, Georgia. My mother belonged to Pat Garrison, at Carrollton, Ga., when she died. My step-father was owned at the same time and place by Chas. Kingsbury; my brother lived with William Burrah in Carroll county, Ga. I have just found two of my sister that lived in Newnan, Ga. I have found the two sisters above mentioned, and they wrote me that he was in Alabama preaching. He is a Methodist preacher. Any one sending me information of him will confer a great kindness. My name and address is Mrs. Anna M. Cox, Troy. Miami county, Ohio.
MR. EDITOR-- I wish to inquire for my cousin Charlie Emerson He has been gone from Leon county, Texas, since 1877. He formerly belonged to the Syms family. After freedom he went by his name of Charey Amerson. Send information to S. Horn at either Fairfield or Yarborough, Texas.
MR. EDITOR-- I wish to inquire for my father whom I left in Steward county, Ga., near a town named Boxankle. My mother brought me from there before the war. I was about 2 years old; my little sister's name was Edepy; we were our father's two children. My father's name was Bill Bridges; he belonged to a man of that name. My mother's name was Belle Blakey; she belonged to Jack Blakey. She is now living in Mars, Texas. My name was Peter Blakey; went by that name after the white people, but by right my name should have been Peter Bridge, after my father. This statement is from my mother. If any one knows his whereabouts please let me know. My name now is Peter Stroman. Address me at Millwood, Little River co., Ark. PETER STROMAN.
MR. EDITOR-- I wish to inquire for my father, Brazil Ellington, who left Russell county, Alabama, in or about the year 1862 with his master, John Ellington, and went to Texas; but I do not remember what portion of Texas they went to, and they have not been heard from since. My father's wife was named Liddie Webb, who belonged to a man by the name of Wm. Webb. Any one who can furnish me information in regard to Brazil Ellington will furnish a long felt desire of mine. Address Mary Winters, formerly Mary Flourney, lock box 165, Birmingham, Russell county, Alabama.
MR. EDITOR-- I wish to inquire for my father. He belonged to John Marley, who lived in this state, Knox county, Tennessee, before the war broke out. His name is Henry. He was carried by John Marley to Texas. There were two brothers, John and Robert Marley. The last I heard from him he was in Texas. Address W. T. Marley, East Conterence, Chattanooga District, Cleveland charge, Tenn.
MR. EDITOR-- I wish to inquire for my father. His name was Alfred White, belonging to Mr. Daniel White. My mother Fanny once belonged to Mr. Samuel Chester, who lived in Manchester, Clay County, Ky., and being for sale Mr. White also bought her. I have a sister, Minnie, and she now lived in Covington. My present name is Maria Coleman; I married a man named Ben. Coleman. We live at 65 East Third street, Covington, Kenton County, Ky.
MR. EDITOR-- I wish to inquire for my father. His name was Cary Guewn; mother's name was Winnie She died the year the stars fell. Father left me in Lagrange Ala. His master's name was Jack Risks, daughter's name Livy Ricks. Any information of his whereabouts will be thankfully received. Address Mary Ann Ricks, Palestine, Texas, care J. H. Curry, P. O. Box 11.
MR. EDITOR-- I wish to inquire for my father: He went to Memphis in 1862; the last time I heard from him he was in Louisiana. I was quite a boy when he left. Mrs. Eva Malone told me she saw him in Louisiana in January 1870; he sent sister a ring by Mrs. Malone I hoped he would have written to us before now. His wife is named Patsy; he had three sons and a daughter. I would be glad to find him. Address any information t[o] Moses Weatherly, Holly Spring Marshall county, Miss. We used to go by the name of Sneeds but changed our name to Weatherly.
MR. EDITOR-- I wish to inquire for my father; his name was Pearis Theamas, and his wife was named Ann Pearis Theamas; she was brought to Texas about 20 years ago; she left him in Laura, La., and after coming to Texas she married Harvey Luckey, and went by the name of Ann Luckey. She died in 1880, leaving three children: Amos, Malinda and Elmira. Any information in regard to my father will be gladly received by me. Address Malinda hill, care of Stephen Coleman, box 25, Waelder, Gonzales county, Texas.
MR. EDITOR-- I wish to inquire for my lost friends. They left me with Sam Barker on Milton's place. My mother's name was Catherine; she used to belong to Sam Barker, and he sold her to Milton My stepfather's name was Tommy, my brother's Daniel, my sister's Mary, my husband's Joshua Fuller, and my name was Philper Fuller. I now go by the name of Philper King. I had two children. Mr. Barker afterwards sold me to William Pope. My youngest brother was sold with me. Any information please address Philper King, care Jane Stewart, Farlin county, Texas.
MR. EDITOR-- I wish to Inquire for my mother and two brothers. Mother's name was Mariah and my brother's name was Robert and Henry. When I left her she was living with a family by the name of Wharton in Van Zandt county, Texas. Tyler was the county seat. About one or two years after the war she gave me to a woman by the name of Nancy Easley. She had two sons, Noate and Lewis Eassley, and afterwards they moved to Rusk county, Texas. The last I heard of my mother she was yet in Van Zandt county, Texas. Friends do your best for me. If you should hear from them please address Warren Easley, Sealy, Austin county, Texas.
MR. EDITOR-- I wish to inquire for my mother, who I left 15 miles from Huntsville, Ala., on a plantation belonging to the widow Mary Rice. My mother is Minerva Rice; my father Jordan Rice; my sisters are Francis and Carolina. We were parted about the first year of the war. Our owner lived in Huntsville, Ala. Any information of her whereabouts will be thankfully received by her son Milton Moore, care Rev. F. P. Chinn, box 26, Donaldsonville, La.
MR. EDITOR-- I wish to inquire for my mother. She belonged to Mr. Royal; after he died Mrs. Royal married a Mr. Denison, and we were divided. I went to Miss Virginia Royal, and the last I saw of my mother she was standing on the beach at Matagorda, Texas, on her way to San Antonio. Mother's name is Sallie Denison; my name is Sarah Royal. I heard from a white lady that my mother was in Houston City, belonging to the M. E. Church. Please address Mr. Jacob Marshall, at Sherman, Texas.
MR. EDITOR-- I wish to inquire for my mother. She was carried to Kentucky in 1859. In 1838 she used to belong to Mr. Tom Young. Her name was Amy Young. She left two children, Caroline and Sarah Ann Young. Please address me at Pine Bluff, Ark., Miss Carrie Booker
MR. EDITOR-- I wish to inquire for my mother; her name was Martha Jane Louis; my master was Jesse Louis; my brothers were George Alexander Louis and Green Louis; my sisters Mary and Henrietta Louis; my name was Amanda Jane Louis. I ask that all ministers read this and help me find my mother. Any information will be thankfully received. Address Mrs. Amanda Andros, Navasota, Texas, care Rev. Jeremiah Smith, pastor M. E. Church
MR. EDITOR-- I wish to inquire for my people who I left in Cassville county, N. C., in 1869. I went to Blue Ridge Mountain, McDowell county, N. C. I have a mother and brother that I wish to find. My mother's name is Martha. She formerly belonged to John Irven, and married Edmond Johnson. My brother was name John. Address any information to Moses Irven, New Albany, Union county, Miss., in care of L. J. Terrell.
MR. EDITOR-- I wish to inquire for my people whom I left in Alabama in 1852 as near as I can remember. My mother belonged to Lovett Hines, on the Warren river. I had a sister who belonged to Hines also. Mother was Patience, oldest brother Isaac, next Reuben. Isaac belonged to McGowning and Reuben to Woncans. When I left Alabama I belonged to Wm. Bolden. I now go by the name of Sie Johnson, Address me at Iola, Texas.
MR. EDITOR-- I wish to inquire for my people. I left them in Hempstead county, Ark., 1854; my mother's name was Rose Ann; she belonged to a man by the name of Ben Akers; she married a man by the name of Riley Martin. When I left mother she had six children, three boys and three girls; my eldest sister's name was Frances, and mine Lucinda. We were brought to Texas; old man Bell brought Sister Frances and Arch Bell brought Lucinda to Texas in 1884; Brother Phillips, whom we called Taney for short; George Hillard and Anderson, and the baby named Louisa. My grandmother's name was Nancy; she belonged to a man by the name of Tidwell Annt Elvira Tidwell and Aunt Eliza belonged to Ben Akers. Uncles John and Joseph belonged to Peter Tidwell. Address Lucinda McHenry, Hallettsville, Lavaca county, Texas.
MR. EDITOR-- I wish to inquire for my people. I left them in Mississippi, in Kings county. Father was Jefferson Carter; mother was Beckie Carter. They had eight children, viz: Edward, myself, Dave, William, Jefferson, Amy Elizabeth, Mary Ann, Martha Ann, and Charlie Carter. The last time I saw them was in 1840. Any information will be gladly received. Address me, E. W. Carter, at Minneola, Texas.
MR. EDITOR-- I wish to inquire for my people. My mother's name was Fancis Jackson. There was ten children of us, James, John, Dennis, Ellis and Simeon, Eliza, beth, Salia, Nancy, Adeline and Laura Jackson, five boys and five girls, the boys are all dead and two of the girls. Laura Jackson was in Yazoo City, Miss., the last time I heard from her. I left the South about fifty years ago. Laura Jackson has a granddaughter, she was in Marion county, Miss., in 1883, her name is Irena Taylor. My address is Troy, Miami county, Ohio.
MR. EDITOR-- I wish to inquire for my relatives. My father's name was Belgia Roser, mother's Betsy Roser, my brother's name were: John, Burrel and Henry Roser, my sister Florence Roser. They all belonged to J. B. Neclests. I was sold to a Negro trader in Louisiana, my mother was sold five years before I was. I heard that she was in Mississippi. Any information will be thankfully received. Address Araby Roser, Washington, La., care Rev. Joseph Johnson, pastor.
MR. EDITOR-- I wish to inquire for my sister. The last time I heard from her was in Noonan, Ga.; her name is Virginia Nelson, my mother's name is Pollie Nelson, my father's named Nelson Wyord. My brothers names are: Johnson Nelson, Andrew Nelson, Anderson Nelson, Physe Nelson, Kesiah Nelson; sisters: Mary Nelson, Lillie Nelson, Siller Nelson. We used to belong to Squire Ray. If any one can address me as to where they are they will oblige me, Joe Nelson, Thornton, Miss.
MR. EDITOR-- I wish to inquire for my son, Daniel Nathaniel Johnson. He used to belong to Dr. Monette, of Washington, Adams county, Miss. My name is Millie Johnson; his father's name is Gabriel Johnson. We have another son whose name is Willis Johnson, who left at the same time, but has returned, saying that he left Daniel in Nashville. Any information information concerning him will be gladly received by Millie Johnson.
MR. EDITOR-- I wish to inquire for my uncle; he went off in time of the war, the year 1862, and we have only heard from him once, and that has been about 12 years ago. We heard he had joined the Church at the same time. We heard that he was a preacher and his name is Aaron Collins, his mother's name Fannie Collins; she is dead now and my mother was his sister, and her name was Francis Collins. There are three sisters living now, Clacy, Margaret and Sorry. Address Thomas Collins, Grenada, Miss.
MR. EDITOR-- I wish to inquire for my wife and children. Wife's name was Nancy. She used to belong to Matison Gunn, in Chicka-Co., Miss., and he sold her to R. D. Dick Price in 1862, and he sold her and children on Flint Creek, in Ga. I had by my wife five children, John, Reuben and Matt. I ask all the preachers to read this in their churches, and if they are found write to me at Moss Point, Jackson Co., Miss., in care of Rev. N. Cannon. LEWIS WRIGHT
MR. EDITOR-- I wish to inquire for my wife's sisters. She left them in Virginia before the war started. Her oldest sister was Eliza Wade, the youngest was Martha Wade. Her mother was Matilda Wade, and her father Ben Sanders. Her old master was Jack Wade. After his death her sister Eliza was sold to James Canada, who lived near Floyd court house in Floyd county, Virginia. The youngest sister was willed to her old mistress, Mary Wade, who lived near Franklin court house, Franklin county, Virginia. My wife was Sophie Wade at the time, but they called her Puss for nick name. She was willed to his son, William Wade. Her uncles Isaiah and Gabriel belonged to Ira Hise. Please address Pilmit Whitfield, Askew Postoffice, Lee county, Ark.
MR. EDITOR-- I wish to inquire for the following named persons, my relatives: Charlotte, her former master was named Wm. Horle. My daugher's named Grace Ash. My brother's named Col. Cox. Any information concerning them please address Mrs. Jane Green, Dutch Town, P. O. Ascension parish, La.
MR. EDITOR-- I wish to inquire of my brother; his name is Hiram Calvin, who used to belong to John Calvin. He was sold before the war. His father's named Gabriel Calvin, mother Sarah Calvin, sisters Harriett Calvin, Vardy Calvin, Mary Calvin, Martha Calvin, Margaret Calvin. My Smithy Spencer. Address 1511 corner Brazoos and Cherry street, Austin, Texas.
MR. EDITOR-- I wish to inquire through the SOUTHWESTERN for an aunt of mine; named Diana Haynes. She belonged to Wm. Haynes before the rebellion of 1860. Just before the expiration of the war he was forced to Selma, Ala , where she remained until I lost trail of her. Her complexion is of a light brown skin, a medium sized woman. Her husbands name was Jackson Laysey. Mother's named Chery Tycin. One brother by the name of Samuel Haynes, the other Elijiah Haynes. Any information respecting her whereabouts will be highly appreciated by addressing me at Park Place, Lee county., Ark., B. T. Brown, pastor of Bledsoe circuit.
MR. EDITOR-- I wish to inquire through the SOUTHWESTERN for my brother. He left Shelby county, Ky., in the days of slavery and went to Missouri with George Jessie, who married a Miss Louisa Flood. He fell heir to her, his name was then James Flood. There were four brothers of us Albert, James, called Jim; John and Matt. Our mother's name was Mariah Flood. We all lived in Shelby county, Ky., near by the railroad. We all belonged to Joe Flood. Any information will be thankfully received. Address M. Johnson, Georgetown, Scott county, Ky., P. O. Box 156.
MR. EDITOR-- I wish to inquire through the SOUTHWESTERN for my lost friend; her name was Maria Brown. She was taken from Terreborne station during the late war to the State of Texas. She belonged to Mrs. Siles Tanner. She left her father and mother here, her parents; also four sisters and one brother are still living here yet. The names of her parents are Edward Brown and mother Jane Brown. Any information of the above named persons will please address Grannie Woolen, Schriever Station, La.
MR. EDITOR-- I wish to inquire through the SOUTHWESTERN for my mother, Harriet, brother John, sister Lucy, and Mary Caildress. Brother John was sold to Jack Harvey, who lived, I think, 25 miles from Kansas City, Missouri. I was sold to some man whose name I do not know, as I was very young at the time. My mother lived with a man named Governor Hayes, who kept a boarding house in Kansas City. I can give no account of my sister Lucy and Mary. My father's name was Muton Childress. John was my half brother by father. Mother was dark, heavy set. I was born in Clark county, Missouri. Any information of the above named persons will please address Sam Caildress, Willis, Texas, care of Rev. John L. Smith, box 1983. j10 4s
MR. EDITOR-- I wish to inquire through your grand paper of my mother and brother who I have not seen for thirty years. I left them in the State of Mississippi, I don't know what part. My mother's name was Selle; she lived with a man by the name of John Isam. My brother's name was Nelson. My name then was Henry, but now Allen Abanatha. I was taken to Tennessee by a man named Harper Abantha. Mother had 4 boys, Nelson, Bob, Wallace, Neales and Henry. I belonged to Rolio Abanatha. Bob belonged to Adline Abanatha, and Neales belonged to Harper Abanatha. Mother and brother Nelson belonged to Johnson Isam. I heard of Nelson some years ago; he then lived at Holly Springs, Mississippi. Any information of there whereabouts will be thankfully received. Address A. Abanatha, Ironton, Iron county, Mo.
MR. EDITOR-- I would like to know the whereabouts of my sister Sitney and brother Sias. Sitney belonged to a man by the name of Philie, corner of Rampart and Toulouse streets, a German. Our mother was named Nancy James. There were two brothers and seven sisters of us. Address their sister, Mrs. Lizzie Martin, Union Chapel M. E. Church, New Orleans, La.
MR. EDITOR-- I would like very much to hear from my brother, John Hendricks. I was born in Virginia, and when four years old I was carried to Newbury, South Carolina. I had a brother, William. Our mother was Millie. When old master Tolen died I went to Joe Tolen and brother John to Dr. H. Tolen. I was carried to Mississippi and some years after brought to Texas, and have lived near Chapel Hill, Washington county, ever since. Brother John lived in Eufala, Barbour county, Ala. He talked of going to Atlanta, Ga.; he was aboot, shoe and harness maker; his wife's name was Jeannette. If any of your readers know of such a person I shall feel thankful for information, as though him I can find my only child, Betsy, wife of Tom Young, whose post-office was Chappell's, S. C., care of Colonel Renicks. My husband is dead. I live with my husband's niece, whose husband's name is Nelson Tolen. Please address me, Mandy Tolen, care of Mrs. I. Howells, Navasota, Grimes county, Texas.
MR. EDITOR-- My father's name was Dick Upton, and belonged to Billie Upton. At that time he was Mr. Upton's blacksmith. Mother's name was Susan, and she belonged to Mr. Joe McCrandle. Mr. Lewis Davis bought her from Mr. McCrandle, and brought her to Missouri. Please advertise this in your paper. He lived in Monroe county, Tenn. Address Mrs. Alwilder Marr.
MR. EDITOR-- Please allow me in your valuable columns a space to make some inquiries about my two brothers, the sons of Rayft Izard Sanders and of Rosa Sanders. The name of my two brothers are William and Izard Sanders. I left Izard in Charleston, S. C , when I was sold here in 1853, and William my oldest brother was sold somewhere in South Carolina, I do not know where. We used to belong to Solomon Legruy, Esq., who was living in Charleston and had a plantation on James Island. My father used to belong to C. D. Carr, the tailor, who kept a store on Broad street. My mother died in 1849, leaving four boys, the youngest one died shortly after her, which was Sorris. We three boys grew up at the tailor's trade until the death of our mother. and I, Daniel, used to belong to George B. Reed, Esq. Have the kindness to ask all ministers in South Carolina to read this letter to their congregation. My name is Daniel Sanders, living at the Island of False River, parish of Point Coupee, Ventress, P. O., La. Any information of their whereabouts will please address as above.
MR. EDITOR-- Please allow me space in your paper to inquire for my brother James Wilson. He was born in Arkansas, near Arkadelphis. His father's name was James, mother Fannie Wilson. He left Arkansas in 1845 for Texas, and from there to California with a man by the name of John Wilson, his master. His fellow servant, who went with him, was killed by robbers. My wife was named Susan Wilson. Some have told us that he went to Australia during the war. There were four brothers of us when he left us in Arkansas, Peter, Barnet, Samuel and Green Wilson. Please read this in your pulpits. Address Peter Wilson, Smithland, Clark county, Ark.
MR. EDITOR-- Please allow me to inquire for a gentleman friend of mine. He was taken away in time of the war. His name was Irvin Loveless. His wife at that time was Harriet; her owner was Parson Lee, who lived about 3 miles from Dry Grove, Miss., and she had a son named Isaac; his owner was Willis Hand. He had two sons before he had this woman Harriet; one was Green, the other Zed. Their mother was Winnie, her owner Mr. Hand. When heard from last he was in New Orleans. Please address me at Edwards, Miss. LOU DAVIS.
MR. EDITOR-- Please allow me to inquire for my relatives. They lived in the family of Ben. Humphries. I left my father in Grand Gulf, Miss., in 1838. His mother lived in Kentucky. At that time my father's name was Capt. Bryant; his mother was Hannah, sisters Mintie and Rose. Address me at Plantersville, Grimes county, Texas. MARIAH GREEN.
MR. EDITOR-- Please allow me to inquire for my uncle. There were three brothers: Watson Coleman, Bob Coleman and Spencer Coleman. Watson got killed just after the war and uncle Bob went to Mexico in time of war or just before. Spencer Coleman is living at Columbus, Texas; he is my father. The last time I heard from uncle Bob he was in Mexico, about twelve or fourteen years ago. My father is about fifty-five years of age. I am the son of Spencer Coleman. I will be glad if any one knowing anything about them would write me, Stephen Coleman, at Waelder, Gonzales county, Texas
MR. EDITOR-- Please inquire for my people in your paper. In slavery time I lived at Thibodeaux, La., and my mother's name was Hanah Gaile, and my younger sister was named Elizabeth Gaile and they were sold by William Gaile to a man named John Baptiste; he live northeast of Baton Rouge, and my other sister was named Eliza Gaile; she was sold to a Methodist preacher named Ferguson, lived in Thibodeaux, La., and my name was Anthony Gaile. I got crippled by a horse before I came to Texas. I was brought to Texas by a man named Gaile. Anybody knowing of any such person please address Anthony Peterson Montgomery, Texas.
MR. EDITOR--A. M. McGowen, Cold Springs, Texas, wants to know the post office address of Mrs. Smart, who is somewhere in California.
Mr. Editor--By reading the SOUTHWESTERN some time in April, I saw an inquiry of a woman who said she was moved by John P. Crump, who lived within fifteen miles of Richmond, Virginia. That was my old master's name; all of my kin people came from that way somewhere. It may be some of my grandmother's or grandfather's people. My grandfather was Providence; grandmother, Cheney; mother, Jennie. I had three uncles, and all died but one--named Nelson. My father was Peter, and came from Tennessee. He belonged to a Mr. Harris. He had a wife and four children there, three boys and one girl. The oldest was Carroll. He named me after him. Father was a Methodist preacher, and the father of six children, by mother. Three of us are Methodist preachers. Jesse Nevils took him off to Mississippi bottom before the war, and he died. C. L. Crump. Goodman, Miss.
MR. EDITOR--I am seeking the whereabouts of my mother. I left her in St. Mary parish, La., about the year 1860. Her name is Elizabeth Brooks. She had a little boy, William, about two years old when I left. We formerly belonged to Solomon Levi. I nursed awhile for Mrs. Capt. Atkinson. Her husband ran the steamboat T.D. Hiues. After this Rosa Levi, daughter of Solomon Levi, married Mr. Roadwoof Bare, and brought me to Texas. My father, Henderson Brooks, came to Texas the same year I did, but I don't know where he is. My name was Martha Ann Elizabeth Brooks Preachers and readers in St. Mary parish, I pray you, for the Lord's sake, to seek out my old mother. Address me M.A.E. TOLBERT, Care W.H. Jackson, San Felipe, Texas.
MR. EDITOR--I am very anxious to find my mother; she was sold in slavery from me when I was a little child. She was sold in Greenville, South Carolina. Her name was Tempy Hall. Her mother was Binah Hall; her father was Jerry Hall. We heard from her about 8 years ago; she was in Tennessee, she wrote to us from Tennessee and we answered it, and she did not reply. She used to belong to Mrs. Eliza Thompson. All her kin people lived in Greenville, S. C., where she was sold. I am her daughter, Lavinia Carrington, I am married to Ed. Carrington. Please address me at Austin, Tex., 522 East 6th street.
MR. EDITOR--I desire to inquire for my father, uncle and two aunts, whom I have not seen since I was a small child. They belonged to Mr. Temple Turnley on the Waterloo road, ten miles southwest of Florence, Ala. My grandmother raised 5 children, 1 boy and 4 girls. My mother was the oldest, I lived with her until death. My uncle Hampton, aunt Rebecca, aunt Martha. My father was named Gibson Turnley. These are the ones I desire to find. any one hearing of them will address J. H. Turnley, Bowling Green, Ky., Box 225, in care of Rev. W. L. Muir, pastor M. E. Church.
MR. EDITOR--I desire to inquire for my people. My name is Nancy Bryant. My husband's name is Sandy Bryant. I have two sons, my oldest is William P. King and the other is Piar Maye. William's father was named Harry King. William was the only child when I came to Texas. I will be glad to receive any information concerning them. Address William Bryant, care of M. F. Frarson, Montgomery county, Texas.
MR. EDITOR--I desire to inquire for my people. My sister's name is Maria; mother's, Rose; father's, Amos. They belonged to Col. Thos. Gray, of Henry county, Tenn. His place was at the mouth of the Big Sandy. They were sold to T. Cunny and James Edmund. Sister was sold to John Brown, a negro trader who died in the South and left Maria with his wife. Address me at Booneville, Rapides parish, La. RALPH AMOS.
MR. EDITOR--I desire to inquire for my relatives. I was born in Virginia, Hanover county, and belonged to Mary Randall Thornton. Her brother, Luschea Price, raised me. When I was thirteen years old I was sold by Ben Pollard to Mr. Lampkin in Richmond, Va. Lampkin was a Negro trader and he sold me to Mr. Hill, who brought me to Charleston, S.C. Since that time I have not heard from any of my relatives. My father's name was Joe Jones, my mother's Phoebe Jones, two sisters, Hennetta and Leacy Jones, two brothers John and Anderson Jones. Brother John was preacher in the Baptist church. Two uncles, Sam and Ben Jones. My own name was Jane Jones, but I am married to Alfred Crawford, and go by the name of Jennie Crawford. Direct all information to Jennie Crawford, care of Rev J. F. Cozier, Pastor of M. E. Church, Montgomery, Tex.
MR. EDITOR--I desire to inquire for my sister and mother, whom I left in Versailles, Kentucky, before the war. Sister's name was Harriet Smith; mother's Julia Bounds I was brought from Kentucky by Miss Mary Smith. My name was then Jane Smith, but is now Jane Abbot. Please address me at Ingram's Mill, DeSoto county, Miss.
MR. EDITOR--I wish to find my people. Mother was Lucy Setes, and sisters were Martha, Mary Jane and Julia Setes. They were sold to Jack Godin at the Jack Godin sale. The man that bought me was Jas. Hickbottom. My mother lived in the back street of Lynchburg, Va., at the beginning of the war; she went to Baltimore and I have not heard of them since. Ad-
dress "Setes," care of Rev. L. Fel-der, Bryan, Texas.
MR. EDITOR--I wish to inquire for my brothers. Their names are Isaac Moore, the oldest; brother Sam Moore, brother Henry Moore the youngest. My husband is named Moore. Please read this to the congregation in hope of hearing that one of my brothers may be a preacher. Our mother's name was Nancy Short Moore. We all belonged to General Moore, and our father was named Carpenter Moore. My name is Lucy Moore. I belonged to General Moore, he gave me to his wife; Mary, Peter and I was carried out to the Western country by them. I am now in New Orleans. Direct to St. Paul Church, Liberty, between Poydras and Perdido streets, New Orleans, La., Lucy Moore.
MR. EDITOR--I wish to inquire for my father, brothers and sister. I was born near Maplesville, Ala. and belonged to Mr. Cole. Father was Eli and mother Dethoney; she died when I was seven or eight years old. Brothers were Noah, Allen, Green, Yonng, Dave and Ezekiel; and sister was Lucinda. I left them when very young, and was brought here 25 or 30 years ago by Mr. John Cole. I now call myself Wash Allen. Address me at Coushatta, Louisiana.
MR. EDITOR--I wish to inquire for my father, brothers and sisters. My father's name was Thomas Jackson Mr Aaron Thornly owned him. He was sold before I was born. Mamma says Mr. Thornly carried father from Wytheville to Richmond, Va, and sold him. The young Mr. Thornly told mamma father was sent to Louisiana, and then Mr. Thornly carried mamma and her five children from Wythe ville, Va., to Bristol, Tenn., and from Bristol to Dalton, Ga., and there we parted. Mamma and brother Tom and myself was sold to Mr. W. A. Doughterty and was sent to Tennessee and left my brothers and sister in Dalton, Ga., with Mr. Aaron Thornly, two brothers and one little sister. My brothers named John Frank Jackson, and George Henry Jackson and my sister's name is Ann Maria Jackson. Mr. Thornly was in Georgia. The last account we heard of our people they were in Tennessee, in McMinn county. Any information of them would be thankfully received by Bettie G. Jackson, Carterville, Jasper county, Missouri.
MR. EDITOR--I wish to inquire for my father; his name was Mike Henderson; he belonged to Mr. Henderson, in Montgomery, Ala. I was a child when sold from him; I was sold to Wyart Jones who lived in Louisiana. My mother was named Elvira Houston. I had a sister named Caroline. Any information about him will be thankfully received. Address Mrs. Mary Allen, care of Rev. J. Dyer, Lodi, Marion county, Texas.
MR. EDITOR--I wish to inquire for my oldest sister and my youngest brother. Sister was named Hetty, father was Solomon McGhee and belonged to old John McGhee; mother was named June, though everybody called her Aunt Jenny; she and six children belonged to old John Black; after Mr. Black died my mother and her children were divided out among his children; my sisters were Hetty, Sarah, Martha and Hannah, and brothers Lewis and James; mother, and Sarah and James were sold to John Griffitts; Lewis and Martha were sold to James Griffitts, both living at Unita, Blount county, Tenn; Hannah remained at the old home place with James Black, near Morgantown, Tenn., and sister Hetty became the property of Patsey Rheagon and was sold by Dick Rheagon to Sanders Leeper, at Leeper Ferry, one mile from Unitia. Sanders Leeper sold sister Hetty to a Negro trader, and she was carried off South; we never could learn what part. I was the youngest of the children then; my name is Solomon; I just can remember sister Hetty. Mr. Griffitts sold me, he heard that she was in Nebraska. My youngest brother was named George Washington Griffitts; he went to Mississippi since the war, and we have not heard anything from him in 15 years. I wish the ministers to read this letter to their congregations, and any information given me of the whereabouts of either of the above named persons will be most thankfully received. Address me, S. L. Griffitts, 22 Locust street, Knoxville, Tenn.
MR. EDITOR--I wish to inquire for my sister and brother. I left them in Russell County, Ala. They belonged to Mr. Jim Casey and he sold them to Raip Howell. Their names are Sister Charlotte and Brother George. When I left they were going by the name of Howell. Mother is Jenny, father is Isaac. Sister Katie is dead. We came to Louisiana with Jim Casey. Address Mrs. Miller Williams, Houghton, La.
MR. EDITOR--I wish to inquire for my sister. I left her in East Baton Rouge in 1866. Her name was Celeste Quarterre. She lived with Mr. Adolph Brooks. Our mother was named Matilda. She died in Plaquemine, at Mr. Frank Boone's. She had three daughters: Celeste, Milley and Julia; and one son named Joseph. Any information concerning any of them will be gladly received by me. Address Mrs. Milley Pitre, care of B. Washington, St. Landry parish, La.
MR. EDITOR--I wish to inquire through the SOUTHWESTERN for my people who I have not seen for twenty seven years. I was born in Hilton county, Virginia, in the 1848 and belonged to a John Nears. In 1858 or 1860 I was sold to a man named Pace. My mother's name was Charity Nears and my sister's name was Lizzie. she belonged to Nears's brother and she had two children. There was George and Thomas Nears and DIck and Henry, they all belonged to the Nears the last time I knew of them. A John Gilliland bought me and I now sign my name J. J. Gilliland, Coldwater, Miss.
MR. EDITOR--I wish to inquire through your valuable paper for my two brothers and two sisters whom I left in Abbeville District, South Carolina, about 25 or 30 years ago. I was only ten years old when I was sold from them, and my father was living at the time whose name was Hill. Mother died before I left, father afterward; her name was Betsy Hill. The name of my eldest brother was Nelson Hill and the youngest Adam Hill. The name of my eldest sister was Perrena Hill and the youngest, not the youngest, but next eldest was named Minnie Hill. I was sold from my father by a man whom we belonged to, Mr Hill, when I was about two years old--sold to a man by the name of McKellar who brought me to Alabama from Abbeville District, S. C. After I came to Alabama Mr. McKellar gave me to his daughter and she brought me to Texas. I have been here ever since. I am the father of eight children, most of them have grown up to be men and women and are now married. If there can be any information obtained as to the whereabouts of my brothers and sisters it will be thanfully received. Address Rhode Reeves, Conroe, Montgomery county, Texas.
Mr. Editor--Information is wanted of Charlotte Stringer. Her owner was Smith, who resided in New Orleans, and then removed to Texas, her relatives remaining in New Orleans. They were John, Lewis, Mary, George, Julia, and Adeline Stringer. Address JULIA STRINGER. First Street M. E. Church, New Orleans, Louisiana.
MR. EDITOR--Mrs. Frances Neal, 88 Valence street, New Orleans, or St. Joseph P. O., Tensas parish, La., is anxious to find out the whereabouts of her son, Israel Watson, who used to belong to Jackson Watson, in Tensas parish. She has not seen him since 1864. Address as above.
MR. EDITOR-I desire to inquire for my father and mother's people. During slavery we belonged to Dr. Harvey, near a town called Canton, but whether it was Canton, Mississippi, or not I do not know. I was very young when we were sold during the war. Mother, grandmother, myself and two other children were sold to a Mr. James Pickens and carried to Mobile, Ala. We left father at his old home; he belonged to Mr. James Mitchell, who lived near Canton. My aunts were named Matilda Harvey, Silvia, Visia and America. We left one brother and one sister, Dr. Harvey took my four aunts, one brother, Benjamin, one sister, Adaline, and others and went to Atlanta, Ga. Mother's name was Lucinda; grandmother's name was Dinah; my sister that was sold with us is named Ella; brother's name is George. Mother and grandmother died shortly after we came to Mississippi, during the war, and left us three little children alone. Any information concerning the above named persons will be thankfully received. My name is now Ludora Snell, my husband's name is R. Snell, a member of the Mississippi Annual conference. Write me at West Point, Miss.
MR. EDITOR-I noticed an inqury for Green Hicks, of Bedford county, Tenn. I know Green Hicks, he lives in Nashville, Tenn. I have written to a friend there for his address. But if the inquirer will send any word to my care at Alamo, Tenn , for Hicks I will see that he gets it. Rev. P. H. Wade, Box 23, Alamo, Tenn.
MR. EDITOR-I want to inquire through your valuable columns for my people. My grandfather's name is Billy Shurn, my grandmother Milley Sheppards, formerly belonged to a man by the name of Wm. Shurn, Grandfather's former master. Sheppards was the name of grandmother's master. Their children were Lucinda Sheppards, Sicily Sheppards, Henry Coulter, formerly went by the name of Henry Turntine, formerly belonged to a man by the name of Archie Turntine. My father, .Henry Couter, came from Bedford county Tenn. There are two other children, namely: Wm. Sheppards and Mathew Sheppards, these children belonged to the same man that their mother did, Milley Sheppards. My father left these above named parties in Bedford county, Shelbyville, Tenn. Any information will find me at Norwoodville, Ark, Sevier county, Rev. H. P. Coulter
MR. EDITOR-I wish a letter in the SOUTHWESTERN inquiring for my relatives. Father and mother were named Sam and Charlotte Mitchell; two sisters, Hannah and Ann Mitchell; and uncles named Sam Small, Adam Small and Ned Small, and also an uncle named Nator Wright who had three sons named Junius, Job and Gabriel Wright. Sam Small is the father of Adam and Ned Small, also of Ishmeal Grant, Davy Bryant and Albert Bryant. Davy Bryant is the father of Albert Bryant. Other uncles named John Bookey, Chubby Wilson, Burrell Wilson, Smart Nisbet; Kato Wilson is the father of Chubby and Burrell; Pompey Bookey is the father of John Bookey, also the step-father of Smart Nisbit. We all belonged to Joseph Allson of South Carolina; he sold us to a speculator named Anchor, who carried us to Salisbury, Roan county, North Carolina. Mr. Anchor sold me to a man in North Carolina named Quiller Mocke. Smart Nisbet told me that Mr. Anchor sold my other relatives to a man living in Charleston, South Carolina. I came to Texas the second year after emancipation. Any information that will enable me to find my people will be thankfully received. Address me at Cochrane, Austin county, Texas, in care of E. Johnson. COLLIER MITCHELL.
MR. EDITOR-I wish to inquire for a sister of Robert Kingsohing, of Princeton, Ky., Mrs. Phoebe Marshall, wife of Brandy Crombaugh. If she is living please write immediately to me, Robert Kingsohing, Caldwell county, Ky.
MR. EDITOR-I wish to inquire for my brother's children, who belonged to Mrs. Sally Walte, in Holly Springs, Miss., about 28 years ago. Brother was Bill, his wife Patsey. Uncle was killed by the cars when he was small. I do not know the names of his chidren. I left there a cousin William whose mother Grace died when I was young. We were brought to Texas 26 years ago by Mrs. E za Williamon. Master, a brother Miss [undecipherable]-ly Walters, died in Benton, Miss. I also want to hear from Mrs. Dudy Williamson's people, whom I left in Yazoo county. Mother's cousin Isaac belonged to her. My father is Cupid, sister Maria, brother Barnett, all living in Texas, except mother, who is dead. Address me, care of T. Scott, Liberty, Texas
MR. EDITOR-I wish to inquire for my friend that left here some ago. His name is William McNutt. He has a sister here by the name of Sallie Bronthly and a brother by the name of West Kinet. the last time we heard from him he was in Jackson, Tenn. Any information of his whereabouts will be a favor to us. Address Rev. F G. Wilborn, Kilmichael, Miss.
MR. EDITOR-I wish to inquire for my kinfolks. Father's name was Simon Cheny, who belonged to Darling Cheney, in Martin county, North Carolina. Mother was Chaney Bennett; Jim Bennett raised her; she was sold by Jesse Jolley, Bennett's son-in-law, to Better, a Negro trader; she had two children with her, Primus, a baby of five moths; Alfred, two years old. My oldest brother, Allen, was a black smith and belonged to a Mr. Cox. I do not remember all of my sisters and brothers; I was so small, but there was 15 of us. Mother had sisters Rachel and Polly, both married in the Slade family; mother was sold and brought to Texas from Natchez, Miss., by old Judge Stamps. Brother Alfred was carried back to Mississippi by the widow of Cathmore Stamps. His wife was Rose Ann. Brother's oldest child was Simon, daughters were Hannah and Virginia. They were somewhere near Natchez. Address me at Prairie Plains, Texas. PRIMUS ROSS.
MR. EDITOR-Please make inquiry for my mother. Her name was Emily Berry, and belonged to Richard Berry, of Nashville, Tenn. She was sold in Memphis, Tenn, carried there by John Overton, who now lives six miles from Nashville, out on the Franklin road. Some years ago a letter came to Nashville, inquiring for us. The letter was from Illinois, and stated that she had been to Mississippi and back to Illinois since the war. She inquired for Mary, Martha, Billy and Minerva. We are the ones, but we did not get the letter, only heard of it. We would be very glad of any information. Address, Minerva Stokes, Lebanon, Tenn.
MR. EDITOR. I wish to inquire for relatives. Mother was Lucy Martin; sisters were Ann, Betsy, and Susan Martin, I heard that my oldest sister was dead. My brother was Jerry Martin. When I left them I was 16 years old. I was taken from Flora, Miss., to Columbus, and sold to Dr. Topp in Lowndes county, Mississippi. Mother's husband was Peter Martin. Address Peter Martin, Columbus, Mississippi, in care of S. Gibson.
MR. EDITOR.-- I am in search of one Fanny Davis, who belonged to Feril Vinson, but Fanny and her mother, Katie Davis, a daughter of Gid Davis, who maried Ned Vinson belonged to Davis and was brought away in slavery time by Feril Vinson to Texas, leaving a daughter behind on Davis' farm, Hickman county, Ky. Please inquire for said name and address Ned Vinson, care of Rev. F. Norwood. Columbia, Texas.
MR. EDITOR.-The time my son Pleasant left me in Mississippi was Oct. 28, 1886. An inquiring letter from Eliza Wade to her son Pleasant Norman: Dear son-If ever this reaches you I want you to write to me immediately. I want to hear from you bad. I am still living at Winston, near the [indecipherable] Home place, close by Mr. John W. Wades. If you get this come see me, for I need your assistance. Your Aunt Sallie's two little girls are grown; Hattie is with me; yet Milton is tolerable well; he is bothered a great deal with the rheumatism, and I need your assistance. If you ever get this letter I want you to be sure to write and come to your mother at Winston's Switch. Your mother Eliza Wade, Murfreesboro, Tenn., Rutherford county, Tenn.
MR. EDITOR.— I desire that the ministers of Norfolk and Richmond, Va., will please look in the city directories for George Hunter's name. My guardians were George and Sallie Hunter; they left New Orleans for Virginia. Any information concerning them will be gladly received. Address Bennet H. Forrest, Chestnut, near Bordeaux streets, New Orleans, La.
MR. EDITOR.—Having a poor sister somewhere in this world, I thought I would inquire for her. Her name was Lucinda McMurray. When I last saw her she was at Indianola, Texas, and had three or four children, one is named Charley, the only one of the names I can remember. I have only heard from her once since, and that was that she had moved to Columbus, Texas. My name was Virginia Tharp before I married, but is Virginia Harrisson now. Sister's husband's name was Gabriel McMurray. Any information as to her whereabouts will be thankfully received. Address me at 907 Olive st., Austin, Texas, Virginia Harrison.
MR. EDITOR.—I wish to inquire for my people. My father's name was Simpson Caleham, mother's Hannah Caleham; the names of my brother's and sisters as far as I can remember were, Robert, Thomas, George Washington, Lucinda, Amanda and Pollie. Brother John, Lucinda and I were brought from South Carolina to Georgia, by James Caleham. His father gave brother John to Gabriel Pratt, and Lucinda to Nancy Pratt. I belonged to James Caleham, who brought me from Georgia to Simpson co., Miss. The last time I heard from mother and father they were dead. Any information will be thankfully received. Address Sarah Smith, Crystal Springs, Copiah co., Miss., care Rev. N. Cannon, pastor.
MR. EDITOR.—I wish to inquire for my sister, Harriet Barquet, whom I have not heard from in 14 years; when I last heard from her she was living in New Orleans. She has a sister by the name of Mattie Carter, who was living in Natchez, but is now living in Shreveport, La., with me. When I last heard from her she had a daughter by the name of Delia Duncan, but my sister says she has heard since that she is now married ond goes by the name of Delia Adams. Mr. Adams is the principle of the Gretna school.
MR. EDITOR: "I desire to find my relatives. My father's name was Nathan Henderson. He lived on the Alabama River between Mobile and Peach Tree and belonged to Henderson. My mother's name was Martha, and she belonged to Bill Woods. Mother was sold from him and five children. The oldest was named Cuff, next Julia, Celia, Julia, Caesar and Lucy. I have not seen them, or mother since the war. My name was Selie Henderson, but I am now known by the name of Martha Mullen. I would be glad to find my people. Address any information to Martha Mullen, Prescott, Ark.
Mr. Editor: "I wish to inquire through your valuable paper for the whereabouts of my two brothers, Washington and Andrew Dabbs. They and I are natives of Washington, Tenn. Is ante bellum days brother Washington was sold to one Jos. Dabbs, whose name he thereafter bore (having borne the name Stephen prior thereto), and brother Andrew went with the soldiers after said sale. Mother's name was Nancy Williams (or better known as Stephens), who since has died in full triumph of faith. She belonged to Ed. Stephens, the Methodist preacher of Coer's Creek, Tenn. I was at Ed. Stephen's when Jos. Dabbs bought brother Washington and took him to his house, on the Murfreesboro Pipe, after which I left Tennessee with one I. F. Davis, and came directly to Louisiana. I have not heard from any of them since I left the State. Any information of their whereabouts will be thankfully received by, Yours respectfully, ED WILLIAMS. Rosedale P.O. Iberville Parish, La., care Slack Bros.
MR. EDITOR: Allow me to quire for my mother and father. My mother's name was Mariah Strane, and my father's name Jackson Coapney. I have not seen or heard anything about them since(?) the breaking out of the war. They belonged to a man by the name Ransaw Murphy, who lived in Ba[indecipherable] Town, Cherokee Co., North Carolina. The last place I heard them they were at Morgantown Wilkesborough. Any information of their whereabout will be glad received. Address LAFAYETTE STRANE, Clay street Rolling Mill. Louisville, Ky.
MR. EDITOR: Bro. Charley Brown says that you found his people who had been gone ever since 1867. My name is Kizzi Ortry. I belonged to William Ortry in Monroe county, Alabama. His sons were Jefferson and Alex Ortry. My husband is Colonel Ortry, and son Ambrose. My daughters are with me, Tina and Eliza Ortry. Eliza's brothers are Bob and John Ortry and Edy Denson. I left them about 31 or 32 years ago. I want to find all my people, especially Bob and John Ortry. Address Kizzie Franklin, Garland City, Arkansas. 4t
Mr. Editor: I am anxious to find my mother. The was named Malinda and belonged to Mrs. William Hurt of Richmond, Va. Mother, two daughters, Lizzie and Mary were sold at auction in Richmond, Va., to a Negro trader who took us to Fredericksburg, Va. Another sister Maria and I were sold from there and taken to Greensboro, Ala., a few years before the war. I was then ten years old. I am so anxious to find my mother and sisters. I was then known as Moses Hurt; now Moses Shelton. Address me in care of the Methodist Episcopal Church, Rev. N. Toole, pastor, Mashulaville, Miss.
Mr. Editor: I ask a little space in the columns of your valuable paper to inquire for my people. I left them before the war, when I was 11 years old. I lived in Nashville, Tenn., near Neley's Bend, and was owned by Col. Overton. He was a lawyer, and owned a wood yard there. My mother's name was Riller Overton, father's name was Dudley Overton. I had a sister named Nancy, and two brothers, Galop and Aleck. I came out to Missouri with Down Bowman, a boy that Col. Overton raised. He married a lady whose father was named Sordon Banks. I am now married to Mr. J. J. Brown. I live in Presiding Elder W. H. H. Brown's District. Any information regarding my people will be gladly received. My name used to be Mag Overton. Address MAG BROWN. Arrow Rock, Saline Co., Mo.
MR. EDITOR: I desire to find my father, mother, brothers, and sisters. My father was named Jacob Ranayls. He belonged to George Ranayls. My mother name was Harriet. She belonged to the same family. My oldest brother's name was Fred, and the youngest George. My oldest sister's name was Sarah; the next Candice, and the youngest Charity. I left them six miles from Holly Springs, Miss., living with Widow Ranayls. I was brought out to Texas by Mayg Stratton before the war. He located in Brazoria county, and was a large sugar planter. His wife's name was Mary Jane Stratton. My name is Annie. My father was a Methodist—he preached in Holly Springs, Miss. I am now living in Matagorda county, Texas. My name is Annie Bolding. Address, Caney Point, Matagorda county, Texas, in care of Rev. B. W. McQuerter.
MR. EDITOR: I desire to find my people. I lived in Jefferson Co., Fla., and was brought from there by a men named Mr. Jenkins. He brought me from Florida to Texas several years before the Emancipation. My mother and father's names were William and Esther Burney. I left two brothers there by the names of William and Green Burney. I had three sisters there by the names of Mary, Harriet and Nancy Burney. My husband's name was Bednego Walker. Address me at Coffeeville, Upshaw Co., Texas. SARAH WALKER
MR. EDITOR: I desire to inquire after my relations. My brother by the name of James Hall, also my sister by the name of Ann Hall, and one son by the name of George Hall. Their mother's name was Matilda Hall. They left us in 1863. We were then living on the Graven Bourge Place, now Hope Any information will be thankfully received. Address George L. Hall, Hubutville, La, Jeannerette Postoffice, in the care of Rev. T Larkins.
Mr. Editor: I desire to inquire for my relatives. The last I heard of my mother, she was living in Gurdon, Ark. She went by the name of Digging, or at least, that was her master's. I also went by the name of Ed. Digging, when I left my mother. I got one letter from her in the year 1871. My name was changed to Ed. Mitchell. I also had some brothers and sister who went by the name of Digging. Anyone knowing anything of them will do me a favor by infyrming me. Write to L.W. Turnner, Sulphur Springs, Tex.
MR. EDITOR: I desire to learn something of my relations and friends. My grandmother was named Sarah; she belonged to Joe Brown, who lived in Green, Co., Ala. She had four children, two daughters and two sons, Geogiana, Susan, Andrew. Nelson and Augustus; the last named was her oldest child. She was sold in Newberne, Ala. The last we heard of them was in 1871. Also of Mrs Emily Kennedy and her two children, Matilda and Albert, and my uncle Nelson Paris. The last we heard from the four last named was in 1877, and they were then in Mobile, Ala. Address me Arthur S. Glover. Oktoc, Miss.
MR. EDITOR: I desire to learn something of my relatives; my grandmother's name was Julia; she belonged to a man by the name of Bob Lust; she had four children to my knowledge: two daughters and two sons--Ellen, Georgiana, Mat and Wash. My mother was the oldest daughter; she died August 17, 1888. We came to Louisiana the first year after the war from Leon Co., Tex. Mother's owner was Bill Cooper; he is my father. My aunt Georgia I have never seen; she belonged to a man by the name of Nathan Smith, near Grant Co., Tex. My uncle Washington belonged to a man by the name of Charles Hayey. My uncle Mathew, I don't know who was his owner. Mother says he was gone to Brazos City when we came from Texas to Louisiana. Address me to Mill Haven Postoffice, La. JULIA COOPER.
MR. EDITOR: I desire you to assist me in inquiring for my people. My mother, who is named Sealy Brady, and my father, Harry Pritchet; I had three brothers: James Lucas, Harry Brady and Jordan Brady; two sisters, Luvinia Brady and Binor Brady; my aunts were Amy Grice, Aunt Millie Grice. Anna Grice and Luvinia Grice. I have six uncles: Jordan Grice, Jack Grice, Solomon Grice, Luke Grice, William Grice and Aaron Grice. Two of my father's brothers, Ben Pritchet and Millben Pritchett, Hanna Pritchet and Rose Pritchett. All mentioned above, except two sisters and one of my brothers, whose name was Harry, I left in Washington City. My former name was Sarah Brady, but present name is Sarah Hart. Address me at Lassater Station, Texas.
MR. EDITOR: I have a lost mother in some part of the world. She was once the wife of the Americus Corby, of Hartsville. She left here in 1865, leaving two little boys for their father to care for. I am one of them—the only one living. God took the other at the age of six years. JOHN ORGAN CORBY. Hartsville, Tenn., May 5, 187[undecipherable]
MR. EDITOR: I read in your issueof the SOUTHWESTERN, May 23,the inquiry of Mr. W. C. Temple-ton [Templeton], of No. 75 Donferth avenue,Jersey City, N. J., of the where-abouts [whereabouts] of my friend Mr. JamesHarris and his estimable wife,Mrs. Rachel Harris. We livedwith them in St. Louis, Mo., in1869 and 1870. I also was withhim steamboating from St. Louisto St. Paul, Minn., and Memphis,Tenn. He was steward of some ofthe finest boats on the Mississippi.If he would write in care of the St. Paul African Methodist Epis-copal [Episcopal] Church (I do not know thepastor's name), St. Louis Mo., hewill no doubt find them if living.
MR. EDITOR: I see a sad mistake in the SOUTHWESTERN of our daughter's name that I wish corrected. The man that she belonged to was named Neabey Correthers, the girl's name, Georgie Ann, the man that we belonged to was named James A. McLeary. I see the name in the paper Mary Ann, that is not right. Her name is Georgie Ann Correthers. The master was named Neabey, not Meabey. B. F. WILLIAMS. Richmond, Texas.
Mr. Editor: I want to fin[indecipherable] mother, Hannah. She liv[indecipherable] Milton County, Ga. We us[indecipherable] belong to Robert Rodgers[indecipherable] died before the late war an[indecipherable] were sold; I to James Adam[indecipherable] Henry county, Ga., and I le[indecipherable] that mother was sold to[indecipherable] Waters, of Milton County, [indecipherable] Mother had six children, Hal, Winston, Kitty, Pheby, [indecipherable]via and myself. I was next [indecipherable] oldest. We were all sold t[indecipherable]ferent Negro traders; my[indecipherable]also, Abe Jenkins. He was [indecipherable] to a man in Arkansas, I[indecipherable] know whereabouts and to [indecipherable] Truly yours in Christ Maria Luvenia Mayb[indecipherable] Dickson, Tenn.
Mr. Editor: I want to find [undecipherable] brother. His name is Robert [undecipherable]ay. Our mother's name Poley Brodnay; our father's [undecipherable] was Hampton Brodnay. We [undecipherable]iving together and my br[undecipherable] was sold to a man and carried [undecipherable] Brackenredge, Ky., on Sin[undecipherable] Creek. We had four brothers [undecipherable]en sisters, the eldest bro[undecipherable] or whom I ask, and the oldest [undecipherable]er was Clarcy. For informa[undecipherable] write me, MILDRED SLAUGHTE[undecipherable] Cannalton, Ind.
MR. EDITOR: I want to find Ephraim Harris, my father. I belonged to Charles Bufut when [undecipherable] left him. Harriet Brown was my mother's name; my brothers were Henry Higgins and John Har-[undecipherable] Sisters' names were Nancy Har-[undecipherable] Maria Harris, Lucy Harris and [undecipherable] ra Harris. Uncles' names were Sonny Bufut, Abraham Bufut and Autumn Bufut. My aunt's name was Paulinia. Address Georgiana Harris Navasota, Texas
Mr. Editor: I want to find mother. Her name is Eliza Tu[undecipherable] or Eliza Chase, and she belo[undecipherable] to Frank Haines. I would be [undecipherable] to know of her whereabouts. [undecipherable]dress Cyrus Holmes, Jr., or CAROLINE HOLMES. Clinton, La.
MR. EDITOR: I want to find my father, John Berry, whom I left in Jackson, Co., Missouri, near the town of West Port in that county. My name is Anna Liza Berry. Eola P. O., La.
Mr. Editor: I want to find my mother. I left her in 1884, in the month of February. She lived in Davis Bend, Warren or Adams county, Miss. My mother's name when I left her was Mary Mitchell, but she wrote me that she was going to get married, so it may be changed. My name was Fanny Young when I left home, but since that I have married, and my name is now Fanny Singleton. I am a member of the A. M. E. Church, but I was a Baptist when I left Davis Bend, Miss. My little girl is with my mother. Address me at Plaquemine, Iberville parish, La. MRS. FANNY SINGLETON.
Mr. Editor: I want to find some of the soldiers that were at Fort Pillow, with Jackson Brown. His home was in Mississippi, Yallaboosha county, before he went to the army. Any information will be appreciated. Address, FANNY BROWN. 313 Union street, Memphis, Tenn.
Mr. Editor: I want to get i[indecipherable]mation in regard to membe[indecipherable] my family. I was separated [indecipherable] them in the time of slavery, [indecipherable] I was six years old. They [indecipherable] then at Enterprise, Miss., an[indecipherable]longed to a man named Pi[indecipherable] His sons were named F[indecipherable] George and Henry Pickles. [indecipherable] mother's name was Olive. I [indecipherable] brother named Randolph, a brother name Charley, and [indecipherable]ter named Aarriet. Any inf[indecipherable]tion will be gladly received. P[indecipherable] address me in care of Rev. Ri[indecipherable] Roberts, Brookhaven, Miss. SMION PICK[indecipherable]
MR. EDITOR: I want to inquire for my brother, J. M. Scott. I heard from him in 1884; he was then in Montgomery County, Texas. I have not seen him since 1866. He said he was a local preacher of the M. E. Church. Thanks for his whereabouts. J. H. Coppage, Conroe, Texas.
Mr. Editor: I want to inquire for my brother; his name is James Cross, or James Turner. The last time I heard of him he was at Brandon, Miss., on the Illinois Central Railroad, and another brother by the name of John Cross or John Turner, at the same place. My mother's name was Myna Turner; my father's name was William Turner. My name at present is Mack Elliott. Please address MACK ELLIOTT, Sartinsville, Pike county, Miss.
Mr. Editor: I want to inquire for my father. His name was Robert Evans. My mother's name was Lememia. She belonged to Col. Stoddard. My brother belonged to a man by the name of Judge Evans, in Clark county, Ala., I was born in Clark County, Ala., in a little town called Quitman. My name is Robert Evans. When Col, Stodard left Alabama to come to Louisiana, my father came with my mother to see her take the train. We heard of him in 1866. He was in Vicksburg, Miss.; and I never have heard anything of him since, but if this paper finds him I will pay the reward of $5. Write any information to me, Robert Evans, Campte, La., care Rev. D. Shelby.
MR. EDITOR: I want to inquire for my mother Dinah Tuck. She was sold by a Mr. Tuck to a Mr. Storebul who brought her children there, one Delia Francis and the other Mealley. I was the oldest child; they called me Rose Ann in Virginia. Since I came to Mississippi they call me Ann. Address Ann West, Columbus, Miss.
Mr. Editor: I want to inquire for my people. My grandmother was named Tiddia Ann Tucker. She used to belong to Nathan Tucker. She had two sons, one named
Henry and the other Dan; and three daughters, Lucy, Phebie and myself. My mother's name is Charlotte. She used to belong to Lemuel Tucker. He died. She was brought to Atlanta, Ga, and sold to a man by the name of Carens, in Atlanta, Ga. He bought my mother and her children, and he sold us to two men. One was named Linder and the other Billy Simpson. They brought us to Overton county, Tenn. My mother had three children, Mary, Malinda and Lemuel Henry. My name is Jane Jones. My father was George Lee. My father's mother was named Jennie. She used to belong to people by the name of Jones. Any information that can be given of them will be gladly received. Address Jane Simpson, Alexandria, Tenn.
Mr. Editor: I want to inquire for my wife's sisters and brothers. They used to belong to John R. Goff, of Tucker County, West Virginia. Some of them belonged to a family named Culberson. Their names were Drusilla, Jane, Jerome, Thomas Benton, Jacob and Cephas Culberson. Others of them are dead or their whereabouts are not known. Address James H. Howard, 1807 Third Avenue, Cleveland, Ohio. 2t.
MR. EDITOR: I want to see if I can find my husband's sister. Her name is Bettie Epps. She was carried from Brazoria Co., Texas, to Austin, Travis Co., Texas, by a white man named Judge Robert Thomas. Her mother's name was Nancy Epps. She has two brothers, Freeland and Moses Epps. Freeland Epps is my husband. She has four sisters, Emma, Nellie, Ellen, Julia and Ann Epps. We don't remember the year she was carried to Austin, but it was during the war. I will thank all your readers to inquire for the above, and if found address me MRS. EVILEANA EPPS, Care Prof. W. H. Jackson, San Felipe, Texas.
Mr. Editor: I wish to find [undecipherable] people. My father's name [undecipherable] Daniel Glover, and my mot[undecipherable] was named Sarah. She belong[undecipherable] to Wm. Porter, a saddle maker, Petersburg, Va. My oldest s[undecipherable]ter's name was Pattie. She m[undecipherable]ried Daniel Davis. The othe[undecipherable] were sisters Sarah, Clementine[undecipherable], and Parthenia, and brother Charl[undecipherable] Henry Porter. I was about sev[undecipherable] years old when sold to a Neg[undecipherable] trader, named Wm. Nedlock. [Undecipherable] went by the name of Josephin[undecipherable] Porter, and was the second chi[undecipherable] of my mother. Any information of their whereabouts will [undecipherable] thankfully received. Address [undecipherable] at Tucker's Gap, Tenn., care Rev. E. J. Guthrie. JOSEPHINE GOODEN.
Mr. Editor: I wish to find my daughter, whom I have not seen for many years. Her name is Emma Saunders. She is 19 years of age. Her mother, Harriet Saunders, is stopping at No. 704 St. Ferdinand street, New Orleans, La. Any information of her whereabouts will be thankfully received. Address Rev. A. A. Lacey, 545 Bagatelle street, New Orleans, La.
MR. EDITOR: I wish to find my people. I have a sister by the name of Hester, and mother was named Kitty. Both used to belong to Lynus Haully. Tom Gay bought my sister and me. My name is Sam. Gay sold me to Whittly and took my sister to Louisiana. The last I heard of my mother she was sold to a doctor by the name of Sims in Montgomery, Tex. Any information will oblige yours truly. SAM JOSHUA Gonzales, Texas
MR. EDITOR: I wish to find the whereabouts of my brother. He formerly belonged to one Bob Irvin in Dresden, Tenn., near Hickman. Was sold to a speculator by the name of Vanhook Our mother and myself belonged. to one Rufus H. Scott. Her husband's name was Ben. Lee. Rufus Scott sold out and moved to Gainesville, Tex. This was about four or five years before the war My brother was then going by the. name of George Irvin. If my brother reads this or any one who knows anything about him will please let me know, they will confer a favor upon his sister. Address me in care of Rev. W. R. R. Duncan, Ellen Douglass. Van Buren, Ark.
MR. EDITOR: I wish to have the pastor at Pilot Point and others to inquire for my three brothers, Bob, Ben and Joe. We belonged to Mr. Sandy in war time, and I belonged to Miss Camilla Gage. The oldest brother belonged to Ellen Dorem, the next to Jane Ives. I am now married to Burrell Taylor, and live in Pleasanton, Texas.
MR. EDITOR: I wish to inquire for my daughter, who left me when she was twelve years old. Her name was Anna Felterman. I had another daughter whose name was Laura. She left Breashear City July 3, 1863, with a Yankee captain, by name M. S. Tyler, captain in a colored regiment. The last time I heard from her she was in New York City, doing well, married, and had a daughter almost grown. I am now old and blind, and my daughter Laura is dead, and I am left without any child to care for me, and I would be glad to find my daughter. my name at the time she left was Lucinda Felterman, by marriage it is changed to Lucinda Vanslyke. Send any information in care of Mrs. J. Smith, Franklin, La.
MR. EDITOR: I wish to inquire for my father, his name is Andrew Moore, he left my mother, with two children, a boy and girl. I am the oldest, we were then in Navasota, Grimes county, Texas, in 1867. I was then two years old. I will mention some of his brothers and sisters: Lucy and Julia Taylor; Joe and George Taylor. I am very anxious to find my father. Address Mary Moore, Winchester, Fayette county, Texas.
MR. EDITOR: I wish to inquire for my father, Jack Shepherd, who the last time I saw him lived in Collin county. That was fourteen years ago. I heard from him once or twice. He was brought here in war time by a man named McWhorter. NANCY SHEPHERD. Melissa, Texas.
MR. EDITOR: I wish to inquire for my friend Julien Herynes, she is living near by me now; her father's name is Stephen Day he belonged to Ambrose Day, her mother's name is Emmely, she belonged to Bedford Rolling. All of them were living in Kentucky, in Bedford county, in 1843. Her two oldest sisters was sold to a speculator. She was sold after Julien was 12 years of age; Rolling sold her to Thom Scott, he then carried her to Hopkinsvile, Ky. I sold her to Peter Peacher, leaving three sisters with her mother and two brothers; their names were Willis and John. Sarah married a man named William Thomkins. Sister Hanah I don't know whether she is married or not. Lucy is the youngest. Any information will please oblige me at Murfreesboro,Tenn. I am Avant Silvy, was living with Julia Adams; Lucy was the baby.
MR. EDITOR: I wish to inquire for my grandmother's children. Her name was Amelia West, my grandfather's name was Allen West. They had four children; Parthenia West, Peyton West, Riley Strong and Eliza Ann Strong. We all used to live in Troop county, Ga. Eliza Ann Strong and Riley Strong were carried from Georgia to Henderson, Texas, before the war. My mother's name is Parthenia West. I am her oldest son. Any information will be thankfully received. Address Giles West, Corinth, Miss.
MR. EDITOR: I wish to inquire for my grandmother. My mother left her in Lynchburg; her name is Hannah Warespoon her husband was named Brisker Warespoon; he died five miles of Lynchburg at the Warespoon Place on a little rundel bed, he was a shoemaker. After his death Rebecca was hired to Miss Bettie Green, and they went to Arkansas and left Rebecca there with Jim Smith in Arkansas. My mother was named at that time Rebecca Warespoon, and now she goes by the name of Rebecca Smith, Rose Warespoon and Frony Warespoon; William Warespoon was the only boy there was in the family and Sarah Ann is the baby child. Address W. M. Smith, Lafayette, Chambers Co , Ala. P.O., Box 107.
MR. EDITOR: I wish to inquire for my mother. Her name is Octavia. She was brought from Virginia to Willianson county, Tenn., by Mr. Johnson Jordan; and I was sold from my mother by Johnson Jordan to John Gant, in Williamson county. I was two years old in 1850. My name was Edward Halestock, and I was the only child she had at that time. She requested of Jack Gant and his wife to take care of me. I was brought from Tennessee to Travis Co., Texas, by John Gant, in 1853. I now live near Round Rock, Williamson county, Texas, and go by the name of EDWARD GANT.
MR. EDITOR: I wish to inquire for my mother; I have not heard from her since 1845. Her name was Leah Willpit. My sister used to belong to Jacob Streeter. Her name was Flora Willhite. She was a wife of Dasey Blackburn. I had a sister Jena in the city of Shelby, Bedfoud Co., Tennessee, and a brother, Fred Butterworth. Write to JOHN WHITE. New Gascony, Ark.
MR. EDITOR: I wish to inquire for my people: Sisters, [unintelligible], Charlotte, Mary, Catherine; brother John. Sister Charlotte had her leg cut off. Frances was the youngest. I left them in Franklin county Georgia. We belong to Mr. John Laine, we all went by the name Laine. Address Paulding, Miss, Matilda Holder
MR. EDITOR: I wish to inquire for my people; my father, brother and sister. Father's name was George Riddle, brother's name was Isaac and sister's name Lena. The last account I heard of them they were living in Georgia, near Rome; all except sister, she lived at Corinth, Miss., with a doctor. Any information address Elizabeth Perkins, Cornwell, Miss.
MR. EDITOR: I wish to inquire for my relatives. My father's and mother's names were Nelson Carter and Ann Carter. Brother and sister, Nelson and Rachel. We all belonged to a man by the name of Spain. I and another girl by the name of Maria were stolen during the war, and I was sold in a place called Homer, La., to a negro trader. Please address any information to me, at Orange, Texas, in care of Gabe Elkins. MILES NIXON.
Mr. Editor: I wish to inquire for my sister Annie. She left when she was quite a girl, and was taken from Mississippi to Texas by a man named John Pounds. My mother's name was Ailsa Yula. She had two boys, Ben Yula and Lige Yula, and one girl, whose name was Amya Yula. I think she was taken to Houston, Texas. My name is Ben Yula. Any information will be thankfully received. Address J. D. DAVIS, Hattiesburg, Miss.
MR. EDITOR: I wish to inquire for my sons whom I left in North Carolina about twenty three years ago. I have two in North Carolina. The names of my two in North Carolina, the oldest one is named Richmond Covington and the other Wyatt Covington. The one in South Carolina is named Wiley Covington. My name is Mary Covington and their father's was Traves Covington He is dead but I am living at Crystal Springs, Copiah county, Mississippi. I am living with my daughter Harriet; she married a man named Sampson Bell. Any information given of my sons will be thakkfully received. Address, Mary Covington, Crystal Springs, Copiah county, Miss., in care of Rev. N. Cannon, Pastor M. E. Church.
MR. EDITOR: I wish to inquire for my two sons; their names are Crawford Taylor and Frank Taylor. The last time I heard of them they were in Iberville Parish, La. My address is PARTICK TAYLOR, Summit, Miss.
MR. EDITOR: I wish to inquire through paper for my mother's relatives; she had three sisters and two brothers. Her brother's names were Charles and Milton; her sisters names were Harriet, Hannah and Cerilla Vanoy. My mother's name was Matilda Vanoy; they lived in Missouri and belonged to Polley Vanoy. My grandmother's name was Ellen Vanoy. My mother was sold and brought to Texas. We heard that Hariet was living near Geidion, Lee Co., Tex. I am at present teaching school near Millican Tex. My mother is living at Bryan, Brazos Co., Tex. Any information will be gladly received. Address me Cora Anderson, Bryan, Brazos Co., Tex.
MR. EDITOR: I wish to inquire through the columns of your paper for my mother and father. Father's name is Moses Woods; mother's name Katie Woods. We were owned by a widow by the name of Adolph Cherefan Rashaund, a little below Alexandria, La. Shortly after the Yankees came down I and two brothers, Gustave and Harry Woods, and a young man belonging to the same owner by the name of Tom Wheeler, were taken away and I have not heard from them since. Any information please address me at Houma, LA, care of Rev. F. D. Bowers. VICTORIA MOSES.
MR. EDITOR: I would lik to ask if any one can give me information concerning my brother. I have not seen him since I was two years old. His name is John Bethel, son of Harvey Bethel. Last known of him in old Sacco, Miss., near the Jackson Railroad. We were owned by Mr. Stronges. His eldest daughter's name was Laura. They used to call me Nicey; my name was Florence and now am married to Mr. Robinson. We live at 15 Religious street. Should be very thankful of some word about him. MRS. FLORENCE ROBINSON. New Orleans, La.
Mr. Editor: I would like much to inquire for my son.left me two years ago last Au I have only heard from him since he left. He is my only about nineteen or twenty year tall and yellow, with straight hair. His name is Jenkins phy. I am weak and want to eyes on him once more bef die. I belong to the M. E. Ch Elder Pearsall is my pastor. him to write to me. Address George Carr, corner St. Ant and Joachim streets, Mobiie.
MR. EDITOR: Information is desired of Eliza Jane Owens. Mother's name was Rachel Gooden, wife of Harris Hogans. Father's was Israel Patterson. I was sold by Wm. Owen to John Mearsal, and was eighteen years old when I left my mother at Nelson Hotel, Columbia, Tennessee. She was his cook. Address me care of William Elam, Batesville, Miss. ELIZA JANE ELAM.
MR. EDITOR: Lucy Pattison who belonged to Sam Pattison of Virginia near Richmond, married a man by the name of Bill Nicholls. His mother's name was Kitty Nicholls and belonged to Peter Jackson in Virginia. My sisters' names were Martha and Nancy; my brothers' names were Dan and
Bill Pattison. I go by the name of Lucy Nicholls. Address me Mooresville, Falls Co., Texas, in care of F. Hamilton.
MR. EDITOR: Mrs. Lucinda Smiley wishes to find her sister and brother-in-law, Allen and Finetta Ellis. When last heard from they were in Kansas City a year ago. Address, P. H. Smiley, care of Rev. W. B. Avery, Oswego, Kansas.
MR. EDITOR: Mrs. Mary Hamilton wants to find her mother, Lucinda Chambers, she was bought by a widow lady Mrs. Deane, and was carried from Aberdeen Miss., to Texas, sometime during the war She had three children when she was sold, Robert, Mary and George. She carried the baby, George with her. All Methodist preachers will please help an only daughter find her mother. Address Mrs. Susan Adams, Andrew Chapel, New street, Savannah, Ga.
Mr. Editor: My wife wishes [undecipherable] inquire for her two brothers. [undecipherable] used to belong to Simmons. [undecipherable] mother's name was Mary [undecipherable] Martin. She used to be n [undecipherable] Alice Martin, but now she is n [undecipherable] Alice Holston. Her brothers [undecipherable] named Samuel and Henry S [undecipherable] Their father's name was G [undecipherable] Smith. Any information [undecipherable] gighly appreciated. Addres[undecipherable] M. Holston, Pluto post [undecipherable] Holmes country, Miss.
Mr. Editor: Please allow [undecipherable] space in your valuable paper to [undecipherable]quire for my son, Emanuel Gat[undecipherable] He left from about Elliott Statio[undecipherable] Miss., October, 1886, and went [undecipherable] the M. T. R. R., then he left the [undecipherable] and went to Memphis, Tenn. T[undecipherable] last I heard of him he was at H[undecipherable]ris Station, Miss. He is going o[undecipherable] twenty-two years old. I would b[undecipherable] glad to find out his whereabouts. Any information will be gladly received. Address EPHRAIM GATER. Duck Hill, Montgomery Co., Miss.
Mr. Editor: Please allow me space in your valuable paper to inquire for my brother, Willis Fith; his mother was Matilda Randolph. My name was Esther Randolph. Mother was sold from us to a speculator. The last time I saw my brother, I left Tuskaloosa county, Ala, with my brother Jim. I will be glad to know of his whereabouts. My name is Esther Baker. Address me at Batesville, Miss.
MR. EDITOR: Please inquire for my companions. It has been eight years since I saw them or heard from them. When I left New Orleans they were living in the lower part of town, at the corner of Bayou Road and Derbigny streets. Address me at Grand Cane City, La. HENRY HARRIS.
Mr. Editor: Please inquire for my daughter; her name was Sarah Jane Bryson. She has one brother named Henry Bryson, and one sister named Anna Bryson. I had several children, but they are all dead except the three mentioned above. She left us in Macon, Miss., some six years ago, and went to Louisiana, somewhere near New Orleans. Her father's name is Elisha Bryson; her mother's name is Phoebe Bryson. I would be glad to know of her whereabouts. Address PHOEBE BRYSON. Macon, Miss.
Mr. Editor: Please inquire for my mother, sisters and brothers. I left her in Russel county, Ala., in 1870. I have not seen them since. Her name was Rhodia Holmes. She had three sons, Rheubin, Barmia and Harrison Holmes; and two daughters, Cora and Beulah Holmes. I left them a a place known as the Chilan Plantation. Please write me, Prince Holmes, No. 1501 Twelfth street, Augusta, Ga., or D. H. Martin, Alexander, Ga.
MR. EDITOR: Please inquire for my people. My mother's name was Phillips Hewlet, and used to belong to Mr. Tom Hewlet. My father's name was Jack Coleman, and used to belong to Mr. W. Louis Coleman. The oldest child was named Suckey Davis, and use to belong to Mr. Wilson Davis. The next oldest used to belong to Mr William Fultere; her name was Jennie. The youngest that I can remember was Mahalid. My brother's name was Dover Langley, and used to belong Alto Jack Langley. My name is side Newsoms. I was sold and brought to Mississippi forty or fifty years before the war, and have not seen or heard of my people since that time. My mother lived at Wisdom Store, Va. When I came to this country my father lived near Mark, Va. I wrote a letter to my father's master but failed to find him. Dear friends and readers of the SOUTHWESTERN if you see or know any of the names I have mentioned, please address me at Starkville, Miss., and stamps will be returned for your kindness and oblige yours truly, ADDIN NEWSOMS, Care T. O. Newsons.
Mr. Editor: Please inquire for the following named persons, my brothers and sisters: brothers Lewis, Samuel, David and Warren; sisters Sallie, Jane, Mahala, Violet and Flora. Lewis and Warren were carried away by speculators forty years ago. Samuel and David were carried away by legacies forty years ago. Sallie, Jane, Mahala, Violet and Flora, we carried away to the west thirty years ago. They all belonged to the Ferguson family. I haven't heard from them since they left, and would be glad to hear from them. If any one hears or knows of them, please write to me at once. They are from Abbeville county, South Carolina. I have been from South Carolina six months, trusting to hear of or meet them. Yours truly, HENRY FERGUSON. Morrilton, Ark.
Mr. Editor: Please inquire through your paper about my kinfolk. My name is John William Sheppard. My mother's name is Millie Sheppard, and my father's name is William Sheppard. Mother's maiden name was Millie Chivers, and grandmother's maiden name was Hannah Chivers. Her oldest child was Billie, and the next was Mary. I don't know which was next, but I do remember one of my aunt's names, Mamie, and she had two boys. Their names were Bob and Ned. They were carried off with aunt Mamie, their mother, and sold. All of these names, and several others of my aunts and their children, use to belong to Joel M. Chivers, in Troup county, Ga., and were sold five or six years before the late war. Mother was the baby child, and uncle Jack was the next youngest. Chivers never did sell him. He was carried to Louisiana, worked on the railroad about two or three years, and was then brought back to Georgia. Uncle David was a shoemaker. He was sold too, with a large crowd of people from our plantation, too many to mention. Grandmother's name was Hannah. My uncles were named Billie, David and Jack. My aunts were named Mary, Nannie, my mother, and Millie. I don't know the names of mother's other sisters. All of these lived in Troup county, Ga. I am my mother's oldest child. Please address me at Wedowell, Ala.
J.W. SHEPPARD.
MR. EDITOR: Please to enquire for a young man around St. Joseph Landing by the name of Fred Steward. The last report I heard of him was to the effect that he had been killed. I desire also to hear of my sister's child, Sam. I have not seen or heard of him since September. It is reported that he is dead. Any information about them would be thankfully received. Address Margaret Collier, care Elder Bryant, Pastor African M. E. Church, Hollandale, Miss.
Mr. Editor: Will you please inquire for Rev. Wesley Fluter. He was a member of the West Texas Conference. His sister, Eliza Cobb, asked me to inquire for him. It has been five or six years since I heard from him. He was then out West, up above Fort Worth Tex. Any information will be appreciated. Address JEFFERSON BUELL. Hubbard, Tex.
MR. EDITOR:-- I wish to inquirefor my relatives from whom I wasstolen while living in Ozark, Ark.My mother had four children:Claro and Millie; the baby was boy, but I cannot remember hisname. Dr. Forest brought our family from Huntsville, Washington [Washington] Co., Ark., to Ozark, Ark.During the war Dr. Forest carriedfather to Texas. I was stolen soonafterwards while mother, Claroand I were milking. I learnedafterwards that mother, in com-pany [company] with my two sisters, Claroand Millie, and the baby , all went to Kansas; this was the last I heard of them. Father's name was GerryForest. Mother's, Anu Forest. My name is John Forest. Addressme at Van Buren, Ark., in care ofRev. W. R. R. Duneau, P. E.JOHN FOREST.
MR. EDITOR:--I wish to inquire for my people. My mother's name was Hannah Winkfield, and I had two sisters; Sallie and Jane. My brother's names were George and John. We had a niece, Eliza Jane Winkfield. We lived in Greensboro, Green Co , Ga., and I was brought to Texas by Mr. John Patillo and his wife, Amanda. Any person who knows of my people as above mentioned will please write to Phoebe Searcy, Pittsburg, Texas, care W . R. Barnes.
MR. EDITOR:—I left my wife Lucinda, and four children—Patrick Henry, George Washington, Mary, and Leana, in 1841, at Ed. Mathers' plantation, New Glascow, Amos county, Virginia. Address PATRICK HANSWOOD, First Af. Baptist Church, Penniston street, near Magazine, New Orleans, La.
MR. EDITOR:—I want to inquire for my brother-in-law, his name is Matt Allen; and John Allen, left with Gen. Sherman's army in February, 1863; the last I heard of them they were in Jackson, Miss. Any information of their whereabouts will be thankfully received. They belonged to Bird Allen before the war. I ask all ministers to read this from their pulpit; you will favor me very much by doing so. Yours, ISHMAEL FIKES, Enterprise, Clark Co., Miss.
MR. EDITOR:—I wish to inquire about my father, sister and brother. I have not heard from them in 25 years. Sister Eliza was sold by Aleck Brown, in Louisiana; brother Pendleton was carried to New Orleans by Jim Just. Father was Land Callery, and was carried out of the State. We were separated from father in eastern Texas. Mother was called Minnie Callery, Oldest sister was Emeline, next Eliza, next Harriet, next Sarah Jane, Dora and Elsie; brothers were Pendleton and Bluford. We are living in Limeston county, Texas, except those inquired for. Address me at Mexia. SARA JANE FARRIS.
MR. EDITOR:—I wish to inquire for my brother and sister. Burrel and Amelia Houston. They belonged to Bob Field who married in the McRae family, in Jackson county, Miss. Father was Isaac Houston, mother Easter McRae, who left Mississippi for Houston, Texas in 1860. SUSAN STEWARD. Mississippi City, Miss.
MR. EDITOR:—I wish to inquire for my grandmother and aunt who were named as follows: Louisa Gwin and auntie Sarah Warren. The last time I seen grandmother she was at West Point, Miss., November 22, 1886, and the last time I seen my aunt Sarah she was at West Point, Miss., August 24, 1885. Aunt lived on the right hand side of the I. C. R. R. going South from West Point. Grandmother was a member of the M. E Church at West Point, Miss. under the pastorage of James Trice. Grandmother has removed somewhere in Tennessee with Louisa Gwinn. Dear editor, I am a subscriber of the SOUTHWESTERN CHRISTIAN ADVOCATE, and exhorter under the pastorage of E. F. White, at Crawford, Miss., M. E. Church. J. W. TERRELL, Crawford, Miss.
MR. EDITOR:—I wish to know the whereabouts of my Uncles, my Father's brothers, three in number. Names—John Price, Jesse Price, and the other he did not know the name. My Father's name is Wm. Price; he left his parents' home when 12 years of age, by the traders to New Orleans, and stayed there six months, when a farmer by the name of A. G. Jordan bought him and brought him to a plantation in Louisiana on Bayou Taplacat and in the village of Allen, La., and he has been living within 12 miles of this town, until last August 15th, when he passed through the dark valley of the shadow of death by the penetration of 12 bullets. He said he left his brothers and parents in Fairfax, Virginia. Please write me at Allen, Natchitocles parish, La. D. J. PRICE. Allen, La., Dec. 5th, 1882.
MR. EDITOR––I am desirous of finding out my people I left them in Alhermarle county, Virginia, near Charlottsville, twelve miles. I left in 1840 my brothers Richard and Jack. My name is William. Brother Richard was the oldest. My father's name was John Woods; he belonged to Dr. John Woods; his father, John Woods, was a farmer in about nine miles of Charlottesville. My mother's name was Aggie; my sister Malissa, one. My aunt's name was Aunt Rose, my mother's sister. My mistress was Mrs. Mildredge Rhodes; her mother was Mrs. Nancy Rhodes. I was sold and brought away by one Newton Bolely to Mississippi, then to New Orleans, La. I left them in the hands of their owner, Mrs. Nancy Rhodes. My uncles name were Scipio, Charles, Joe. My aunt Rose had two children; I am sure of George and one Martha. I am now sixty-six years old. My wife when I left there was named Patsy; her master's name was Braden I am a member of the M.E Church here. I am yours, Wm. Woods, Booneville, La, P.O. Bunkie, La., care of Rev. H.J. Wright.
MR. EDITOR— I desire information of my daughter, two sisters and one brother. My daughter's name was Ellen Brince; sisters' Harriet and Mariah; brother's, Harrison. They all belonged to Samual Brince. I left my people in Barren Co., Kentucky, near Glasco, and have not heard from them since. I was brought to Mississippi a year before the war by Si Hutchinson. My husband was named Cornelius Brince. He went to Kentucky the first week in December 1862, expecting to find his daughter, Ellen, but was not successful. He was informed that she had gone to St. Louis, so he returned to Mississippi in May 1863. He was taken sick with the small pox and died. Since the death of my husband I have married Jordan Camack. I hope the dear friends in St. Louis and other places will sympathize with me in my search. Any information will be thankfully received. Address me at Jackson, Miss., care of Miss Nellie V. Carter. AMERICA CAMACK
MR. EDITOR— I desire to inquire for my relatives. I was born in Washington county, Ky. I was five years of age when taken from my people. My name was Mary Gordon. I was sold to a man named Glasscock. He took me to Bedford county, Ky. My grandmother then belonged to a family by the name of Jetts and my grandfather to Gordon. I can’t remember my mother’s name, but I think it was Marie. If anybody knows anything of them please write to me. My name now is Mary McCauly. I was married when fifteen years old. Mary McCauly, 163 E. St. Mary street, Indianapolis, Ind.
MR. EDITOR— I desire to inquire through your valuable paper about my relations. I was bred and born in Virginia, but am unable to name the county, for I was so young that I don't recollect it; but I remember I lived twelve miles from a town called Danville. My master was James Ferrill, and my mistress was Martha Ferrill. I was sold to his brother, a speculator, whose name was Win. Ferrill, and was brought to Mobile at the age of 10 years. To my recollection my father's name was Joseph, and my mother's Milly, my brother's Anthony, and my sister's Maria. We belonged to James Ferrill, except one sister, Julia, and I don't know who she belonged to. Any information of the above names persons will be thankfully received. My name was Annie Ferrill, but my owners changed my name to Caroline Rodes. All Christian papers please copy, and all preachers in charge will please assist me in finding my long lost friends. Direct your letters to 185 Soraparu St., New Orleans, and oblige your obedient sister in the Lord. CAROLINE RODES
Mr. Editor— I desire to inquirefor my people. My step father was called Lock. I do not know who he belonged to. A tree fell on him and killed him. Mother's name was Celia Corbit. She belonged to Edward Corbit. There were six children— John Nelson, Abraham, Dick, Hubert, Clementine and Caroline. John Nelson was called Jack for short. We lived in Shelby county, Tennessee, four miles from Germantown. We belonged to Ed-ward [Edward] Corbit and were willed to Rutha Corbit. After she died we were divided. Celia, Jack and Car-online [Caroline] were brought to Henderson, county, west Tennessee. Clemen-tine [Clementine] lived with Daniel Corbit, onBig Creek. Abraham lived with Redman Corbit. I do not know what became of Dick. Our mother died in 1876. Jack is with me. I heard that Hurbert was in Missis- sippi [MIssissippi], and that Clementine was in Memphis, Tennessee. I was four- teen [fourteen] years old when we were parted. Address me at Juno, Henderson Co., Tenn., in care of Charles An- derson [Anderson]. CAROLINE ANDERSON.
MR. EDITOR— I have three sisters and three brothers, two of my sisters are named Millie and Charlotta Green. I cannot remember the other's names, though one of my brothers is a preacher. Any information concerning them will be gladly received. Address William Bryant or Rev. S. Belliar, Montgomery county, Texas.
MR. EDITOR— I want to make inquiry about my brothers and sister, who were sold in South Caroline. Brothers' names were William and Harkles. My oldest sister's name was Bermiller; she had a son named Sidney. We all belonged to an old widow woman, and when she died we were divided among her sons. Harkles, Bermiller and Sidney were sold to John McCloud. Harkles was sent from Simmonsville to John McCloud in 1860. I came to Mississippi in 1867. If found please address me at Yazoo City, Miss. JAMES WILSON.
MR. EDITOR— I want to make some inquiry about my father and mother. My father's name was James Thomas, and my mother's Alcy. We belonged to a man by the name of March Banks. I have one sister, Rose Mayfield, and another named Lizzie. She married A. Davis. She lived two miles below Waxahatchie, Ellis Co., Texas. My name was Jane March Banks, but is now Jane McCuin. My father was taken from us at Waxahatchie. He was a Baptist preacher. The last time I heard from him he was in South Kansas. I had one uncle named Riley and one Abram. Abram is here in Texas. Riley was last heard from in Missouri. If found address me at Waco, Texas. J. R. McCUIN.
MR. EDITOR— I was taken away from my mother, brothers and sisters when 14 years of age. My mother was named Matilda Curtley, brothers were named Lewis, Daniel, Amons and Curtley. My sisters were called Francis Curtley. I was sold at Paducah, Ky., to Madison Plant, who brought me to Mississippi in 1851. I have not heard from my mother, brothers or sister since. Will you be kind enough to publish this letter in your valuable paper which has been the means of a great many distressed colored people finding their mothers and relatives whom they were separated from before the war. I have reason to believe that they are Woodford county, Frankford county city, but can't hear from them by letter. I trust all my mother's brothers will take an interest in helping me to find my folks, but should I not meet them in this world I hope to meet them on the margin of that beautiful river when the martial host of God shall assemble to receive their rewards. God forbid that any of us should then hear the bursting thunders of His wrath. I could write on and on if I thought it would enable me in any way in finding my folks, but will close by asking all persons friendly to an ex-slave to write me at Oxford, Miss., if they know of anything of their whereabouts. The pastor of the colored church will please read this letter to his congregation at Paducah and at Frankford, Woodford Co., Ky. SARAH JANE CURTLEY.
MR. EDITOR— I wish to find my son John H. Hunt who was born in Winchester, Ky. Joined the army and served under Captain Narhall. He returned to Cincinnati, O., after the war, but left for Pittsburg in 1866, as he said, to join the regular army. Some said he became a jockey and others that he went to Chicago. He is a bright mulatto, low of stature, and had a few freckles on his face. Wavy, black hair and very large, bright black eyes. There was but two children, my daughter, who now lives with me, Ida French, and my boy. Any information of his whereabouts will be thankfully received by his mother if sent in care of my pastor, Rev. L. M. Hagood, to Amy French, Cincinnati, O.
MR. EDITOR— I wish to inquire for my brother John Brady who I have not heard from in twenty one years, and left New Orleans to go to Memphis, Tennessee. His owner's name was Dr. A. B. Dadd. They lived in Jackson county, Texas. He was a member of the Baptist Church and was baptized by Rev. Joseph Hayne. His sister at that time was Louisa Brady, now Louisa Edwards. His father's name was Andrew Brady. Preachers please read this in your pulpit. Any information of his whereabouts will be thankfully received by his sister, Louisa Edwards, Victoria, Texas.
MR. EDITOR— I wish to inquire for my brother, whom I last saw in Georgetown, D.C., Oct. 12, 1860, and have heard of him through letters, but not since 1875. I know not whether he is dead or alive. Mother's name is Emmaline Grey. her first husband's name was Richard Skinner. She is yet alive, as is also her last husband, Jordan Grey. Sister Harriet is alive; sister Mary Anna is dead. I will not mention all the kindred. I belonged to Mrs. Ann Jeloco Chuw, the widow of Phrisby Chuw. Brother's name is Edward Avington. Address me at Vaiden, Miss. REV. J .C. SKINNER.
MR. EDITOR— I wish to inquire for my brother, whose name is Hiram Calvin; he used to belong to John Calvin, and his mother was named Sarah Calvin, and his father Gabriel. Address Synthe Spencer, 1500 Brazos street, Austin, Texas.
MR. EDITOR— I wish to inquire for my brother. His name is Isaiah Cooper. He used to belong to one Mark A. Cooper, who now lives in East county, Ga., which is now called Barto county. When last heard of, he was going to Nashville, Tenn. At the present we are all living. His father is living in Austin, and all of the children are in Texas but him. His father's name is James Robinson, formerly James Cooper. That is the name he went by while living in Georgia. His address is now James Robinson, Austin, Texas. His mother's name was Evaline Robinson. She died January 2, 1873, and was buried in Austin, Texas. Now I will give you the names of the children to the youngest, to which my name is first: William Henry Cooper, Wesley, Isaiah, Francis, Mary, Susan, William and Edward Robinson. My name is Cooper, and I am the oldest of all the children. If any information can be furnished, please address me at Georgetown, Williamson county, Texas, or my brother, J. W. Robinson, Calvert, Robinson county, Texas. W. H. COOPER Georgetown, Williamson county, Texas.
MR. EDITOR— I wish to inquire for my brothers and sisters whom I left in Roanoke county, Virginia, and their names are Dick, Steven, Joe, James, and Thornton, and the girls Annis, Sophia, Sholotte, Ester, and Elvia. My mother's name was Elvia, my father's name Thornton. The old man that mother and children belonged to was Billy McGeorge. Myself and Annis left Virginia with Jeffery Gauging and Margarette Gauging, and I came away from Virginia, and I had a child and his name was Thornton, and a boy came along too and his name was Austin Pate. My son Thornton Lockwood takes the paper and I very often hear him read of people inquiring for their friends, and will you please publish it in all the Southern States. I would like very much to hear from them. Address my son, Rev. T. H. Lockwood, Warrenton, Mo., for Mrs. Annis Robinson.
MR. EDITOR— I wish to inquire for my father and mother and sister and brother. My father’s name was Joseph Ball and mother Kitty Ball, and had a son named Joshua and one named Canales; my sister was named Silvia Bryan; our owner before the war was Mr. A. Williams, who lived on Bellair plantation, 4 miles above Baton Rouge, La., and went to Texas during the war. Address Joshua Ball, Terrebonne Station, La.
MR. EDITOR— I wish to inquire for my sister and brother, Frank and Mary. Louis Toliver raised us. They were sold in New Orleans and taken up the Mississippi river, but I have forgotten the man's name who bought them. Any one knowing their whereabouts will do a great favor by informing me. Address Stephen Toliver, box 100, Shreveport, La.
MR. EDITOR— I wish to inquire for my sister, Amanda Jackson. Francis Henry Hill sold her to a Negro trader, Mr. Sidney Thomas, about 1848 or 1849. We all formerly belonged to the Murchestney estate, but fell to Nancy Murchestney when she married Francis Henry Hill. We lived between Madison and Culpepper Court-house, on the Powel Hills farm, Madison county, Va. Our mother was named Eveline, and father Paul Jackson. Mother had six children when Amanda was sold, to-wit: Violet, the oldest; Amanda, Lucinda, Martha, Kate and Ellen. Address me at Brenham, Texas, care of Alex Hackett, my husband, or Rev. W. Hartley Jackson, P. C. MRS. LUCINDA HACKETT.
MR. EDITOR— I wish to learn the whereabouts of my people; they left me on Back river in Virginia; —the river was salt water—near Hamilton, where my mother went every morning to market; my mother's name was Milly Ann Lee and belonged to a Mr. Thomas Skinner; my father was Joseph Lee and belonged to a Dr. Mabre, but I do not remember the doctor's first name; my father was a butcher and lived in Hamilton; my mother had nine children living; the oldest was Margaret and was called Beggy for a short name, and was subject to fits; the next oldest was Jack, and the third was myself, Lucy Ann, and Susan, Nancy and Lizzie. William and Margaret were the two oldest, and I being very small at the time I can not remember the names of all the children. The cause of our separation was the death of our oldest master and the dividing of the property among his children. We were all taken to a town called Little York, and on my way back home in company with my grandmother Margaret, for whom my old sister was named, I was stolen from the wagon and was taken to Richmond, Va., and sold. We went to Little York to be hired out; my father bought my mother and the baby child. I am now a member of the M.E. Church, and I thank God that my steps were directed to go under the shelter of her broad wing which extends from "Afric's sunny fountains to Greenland's icy mountains, and under the happy flight of the SOUTHWESTERN, through which I expect to find my long lost people, and at the head of which is a man of my race; and if he has never lost any of his people this way, yet he can almost feel the darting pangs as they dart through the hearts of others, Instead of Lucy Lee I am now Lucy Banks, Preachers, class-leaders. Sunday-school superintendents, and all who are subscribers of this blessed paper, which I liken to an earthly angel, will please read this to their several churches and people; and if anything can be done to find my people I believe this paper in her flight over the world will bring them if you will read this paper. Please address Lucy Banks, care of Rev. T. J. Smith, Giddings, Lee county, Texas.
MR. EDITOR— Please allow me space in your valuable paper to inquire for my people which I left in Mississippi about the years 1849 or 1850, whose owners were the Gardner family. My father and mother was Phillip and Lucy Gardner; brothers were Anderson, Aaron, Harvy and Phillip; sisters were Ann, Amanda, Delia and Easter. We all belonged to a man named Gardener, who lived in Clark county, Miss; when he died we were sold and divided out; father and mother fell to Mr. Milton and carried with them Anderson and Amanda and Phillip and Easter; Ann was there at first. Aaron and Delia was carried somewhere about Lauderdale. I was carried to Attala county by George Gardner and sold to Bill Moore, then to Louisiana, and then to Texas, where I now live, a local preacher in the M.E. Church, where I expect to remain in the same. I will give thankful reward for any information. Pastors please read this letter to your congregation. If any of them can be heard of please address H. B. Moore, Caldwell, Burleson county, Texas.
MR. EDITOR— Please allow me space to inquire for my brothers and sisters. There were four brothers and four sisters. Brothers named Tonny, Louis, Handy, and Sandy, but called Dick. Sisters were named Easter, Badery, Francis and Ellen, but she got burned to death. Mother died when I was a boy, her name was Beanny. We all belonged to Merderic B. McCray, in Montgomery county, North Carolina. Brothers were all sold to a man by the name of Tom Stokes five years before the war. And were carried from Montgomery to Lexington, S. C., by Tom Stokes and left there in care of Spruce McCray and Jerry Alleyton until the drove were mode up for shipment; brother Fanny ran away from Lexington and went back to Merderic B. McCray's in Montgomery, N. C. And they caught him, and uncle Emanuel, who ran away from a man by the name of Weathers in South Carolina. And they both were put in jail in Troy, Montgomery, N. C , and brought back to Lexington. Any information concerning them would be thankfully received. My name now is Handy Williams. Write to me in care of Rev. A. Foster Calvert, Robertson county, Texas. I am respectfully yours, HANDY WILLIAMS.
MR. EDITOR—About the beginning of the war Claiborne Brastdie owned three colored girls, named Easter, Lucinda and Rachel, He lived in Harrisburg, Kentucky. These girls went by his name, and were all sold at one sale. Easter was sold to Prize Bunton, and he sold her to traders. When last heard of she was in Huntsville, Alabama. Lucinda was sold to a man by the name of Nat Wind. Rachel is now Rachel Bannister and lives in Burlington, Kansas, has spent much money and time to find his sisters. Any information thankfully received.
MR. EDITOR—Allen Curley, used to be Henry Herne; mother Kate Herne, sold to Goodman, speculator. Used to live with his mother at Holly Springs, Miss. Have not seen or heard of her since the war. Address Paris, Henry county, Tenn, Elk Horn P.O.
MR. EDITOR—Allow me to inquire for my people. My mother, a sister and brother were brought to Tennessee from Virginia. Mother is Mickie Abbott, and sister was Betty Abbott. Mother’s children were Pompey and Dolly. We are here together. Father was James Henry Flood. I have not seen him in 34 years. Mother belonged to Ben Abbott, near Lynchburg, Virginia. I am the son of Mickey Abbott and may be addressed at Jasper, Tennessee. POMPEY BROOKS.
MR. EDITOR—I am anxious to find my brother. His name is Allen Carr. The last time I saw him he was living in Winona, Miss. His mother, named Peggie Carr, had three children, Lizzie Mandy and Allen Carr. My mother's husband was named William Moore when Allen left us. Address me, Manda Hunt, Louisville, Winston county, Miss.
MR. EDITOR—I am seeking the whereabouts of Mother, two brothers and one sister. Mother's name is Julia Echoles; sister's Ellen; brothers' Lowen and Tom Echoles. I received a letter from her in the year 1870. She was then living in Desoto Co., near Cold Water Springs, Miss. I have not heard from her since we used to belong to Larkin Echoles. I was brought from there by a negro trader by the name of Henry Vanhusen and sold in Texas to a man by the name of Wm. English. My uncle George was sold with me, but I know not where he is. Any information leading to the whereabouts of the above-named persons will be gladly received. Address me in care of Prof. W. H. Jackson, San Felipe, Austin county, Texas. ALFRED ECHOLES.
MR. EDITOR—I am very anxious to find my brother Rice Bernard, who left home about three years ago and hasn't been heard from since. Any information will be gladly received. Address C. H Bernard, Eola, La.
MR. EDITOR—I desire information of the following named relatives: My mother's named Maria, belonged to Perry Starks in Louisville, Ky.; my brother's named Zazhariah Taylor; my sister named Dollie Ann—all belonged to Perry Starks. My sister Mary we left in Virginia. I think she belonged to a Mr. Carter at the time. We parted at Charlottesville. We were sold there from the Eade's estate, as well as I can recollect. My sister Sarah she belonged to Terry Graves in Fayette. She and I went to Missouri together. In a short time after I was sold again; and to the present time I have been unable to learn anything from them, or their whereabouts. I am the oldest boy, and was about three years of age at the time of our separation. I am about 35 years old now. I hope brother preachers will take an interest in my inquiry and help me find my relatives. Address, REV. J. I. TURNER. Lock box 21, Abilene, Taylor co., Texas. feb8-6m
MR. EDITOR—I desire to find my father, Rev. Nat Curry. When we heard of him last he was in Henry county, Tenn We belonged to the widow Nice. She was the wife of old Dr. William Nice. He died in East Tennessee. After his death he moved to West Tennessee. In 1760 she moved to Texas. We left my father in Paris, Tenn. If Rev. Curry's name is Nat, he must be my father. I was a very small girl when I left him. My mother's name is Francis Nice, my grandmother's name was Celia Nice, my aunt's name was Sylvia Nice. I married William Claiborn. Address me care of Rev. A. R. Norris, St. Paul M. E. Church, Columbus, Texas. SALLIE CLAIBORN.
MR. EDITOR—I desire to find my kindred, sister Louisa Reddix and grandmother, Rhoda Day. I left them in Starkville, Va., when I was quite young. Father's name was Mose Reddix; he was a shoemaker. Our owner's name was John B. Jones. When mother came over to this country she brought four children with her, sisters Betsy and Hannah Reddix, and brothers Dennis and Willis Reddix. Address me, Mrs. Hannah Bolds, at Ashland, Ascension parish, New River postoffice, La., care Rev. F. D. Bowers.
MR. EDITOR—I desire to find my people; my mother's name was Nancy West; my brother's George West. Sold by William R. Robinson, of Georgetown, district Columbia, Louisa West daughter of Nancy West, my sisters, Carry Ann West, Rosie Lee West. I, Louisa West wishes to know where the above named named persons are. Address Louisa Kelly, Brookhaven, Lincoln county, Mississippi.
MR. EDITOR—I desire to find my son, whose name is John Thomas Wheeler; he lived in New Orleans about three years ago on St Ann, near the corner of St. John. I am his mother, Elizabeth Wheeler; his father was Thomas Wheeler and has been dead about ten years ago. If any information of the above name please address Mrs. Elizabeth Wheeler, care of Rev. H. T O. Abbott, Opelusas, La.
MR. EDITOR—I desire to inquire for a lady friend, Lethea Winters, who was in Alabama the last I heard from her. Henry Winters was her husband, and they had a son Bill. She had three sisters, Margaret, Zella and Adeline, and a brother, Floyd Bolton, living 10 or 12 miles from Demopolis. Address me at Edwards, Miss. LOU DAVIS.
MR. EDITOR—I desire to inquire for my brother, Charles E. Hill. The last time I heard from him he was in Huntingdon, Carroll county, Tenn. Our father's name was James H. Hill, and is now dead. There were six brothers and two sisters. Any information concerning them will be thankfully received. Address Rev. John W. Hill, Clinton, Henry county, Mo.
MR. EDITOR—I desire to inquire for my cousin Ross Thomas. The last I heard from him he was in Washington county, Miss. Also, my Aunt Hettie Worker, her husband Frank Worker, and their son Frank. Also my uncle Rene Thomas, wife Fanny, their three boys Moses, Aaron and James, and girls Silva and Nina. They went to Mississippi bottoms in 1868 with a man named John Stroder. Address me at Chunkey Station. Miss HANDY GALES.
MR. EDITOR—I desire to inquire for my husband and two children, a boy and girl. The boy's name is Cornelius and the girl's Georgia McBride; husband's name is James McBride. They left here four years ago for Trinity, Texas, but I have heard since that they were in Galveston. Address me at Milican, Texas, in care of Mrs. M. Marshall. ELMIRA McBRIDE.
MR. EDITOR—I desire to inquire for my husband's relatives. His father's name Malcolm, he belonged to Robt. Rivers; his mother's name Sittier, she belonged to the Carraways; his brother's name David Carraway, sisters name Harriet Carraway; these are all of his brothers and sisters. He remembered his mother was sold out of the Cariway's family before he left. He and his brother George, his sister Betsy and their cousin Washington, left his relatives mentioned above in Mississippi, in 1837 between Manchester and Benton. The place where they were living with John Carraway was called Poplar Ridge. My husband goes by the name of William Rivers Address me at Double Bayou, Chambers county, Texas. HENRIETTA RIVERS.
MR. EDITOR—I desire to inquire for my kin people. My father's and mother's names were Franklin and Esther Finley. I had three brothers, Benjamin, Tip and Daniel, and four sisters, Jane, Harriet, Laura and Missouri. John Finley was their owner, and lived in Troup county, Georgia. When I last heard from them they lived at Camden, Arkansas. At that time my name was Isaac Fanous—my owner's name was Henry Fanous, and he lived in Troop county, Georgia, but in 1851 came to Texas. Address me at Spring, Harris Co., Texas My name is now ISAAC RAYFORD.
MR. EDITOR—I desire to inquire for my lost sister; her name was Aggie Hamilton, who was carried to Texas about thirty years ago by James Hamilton; his wife's name was Emma Hamilton. There were five children of us, Nicy, Ned, Tomey, Moses and Aggie, she is older than I, and she had one child by a man named Freeman, but afterward changed to Gilbert. Her husband's name was Harden, I don't remember the other part of his name. We all lived then at Lafayette, Ga., in Walker county, we lived between two mountains called Mackelmore and Coals. My name has been changed from Nicy Hamilton to Nicy Brooks. Am now the mother of seven children. I was too young to give all the details about my sister. I am now living at Lilly Pond, Ga. Will you please publish this in the SOUTHWESTERN. Any information of the whereabouts of my sister will be gladly received by addressing Nicy Brooks, Lilly Pond, Ga.
MR. EDITOR—I desire to inquire for my mother's brother that she left in Cloverport, Ky. Their names are Smith Boulet and Elisha Boulet and Bob Johnson. Her boother Bob Johnson left there and went to Missouri. Any information from any one concerning them will be gladly received. Address BENNET H. FORREST, Chestnut near Bordeaux streets, New Orleans, La.
MR. EDITOR—I desire to inquire for my people. Father's name is George Robinson. Mother is dead. We belonged to Tommy Robinson, of Gum Springs, White county, Tennessee. During the old gentleman's time his will was to set us free, but three years after his death his heirs broke the will and we were put on the block and sold in Sparta, Tenn. I have three brothers, Isaac, Abram and Billy, and two sisters, Ann and Eliza. When mother died I was a baby. Crocket Huggins bought me and sold me to Quill England, who sold me to Andrew Thomas. Waymon Clarke bought my oldest brother. Please address me at Clinton, Miss. CARROLL ROBINSON.
MR. EDITOR—I desire to inquire for my relatives that were at Stanley's Creek, Gaston county, North Carolina as follows: Uncles Moses, Orange, Jerry and Wart Forrest, and an aunt named Margaret Forrest. Their father and mother were Samuel and Lucy Forrest. Ministers please look in Directory for those names and read inquiry from your pulpits. Any information gladly received. Please address their nephew, Bennet H. Forrest, Chestnut, near Bordeax streets, New Orleans, La.
MR. EDITOR—I desire to inquire for my sisters and brothers. I had seven brothers and four sisters. Oldest brother was Lewis Norris, then came Elias, Prince, Henry, Sam, Jerry and Warren. Oldest sister was Rhody, then Jane, Priscilla, Malinda and Charity. All went by the name of Norris, and were raised by Col. Joseph Taylor. My mother's name was Silvey Norris and belonged to Col. Joseph Taylor. Father's name was Prince Norris. He belonged to Mr. Johnny Norris and was his blacksmith. I left my brother Sam in Mobile, Ala., with Dr. William Taylor, and I left brother Henry in Montgomery, Ala., when he belonged to William Power. I was then with a speculator on my way to New Orleans from South Carolina. We lived near a little village named Anderderson Court-house, five miles from the place where we were raised. I am now living in Algiers, La., and am married. JANE MAGRUDER.
MR. EDITOR—I desire to inquire for one John Brady. When last heard of he was in Natchez, Miss., Any information will be thankfully received by his sister, Mrs. Laura Curry, Galveston, Texas.
MR. EDITOR—I desire to inquire for relatives. Mother's name was Frances, father's Isaac, brother's Jerry, sister's Julia Bows. They used to belong to Elihu Bows. I left them in Holmes Co., Mississippi. My name was Leanna. I married and now live in Galveston. Address, MRS. LEANNA ALEXANDER, Care Rev. V. M. Cole, Galveston, Texas.
MR. EDITOR—I desire to inquire for some of my relatives of the fol-lowing names: Anderson Turner, son of Edith Turner; his sisters are Lucy, who belonged to Thomas Turner; Violet and Lizzie who belonged to Mark Alexander, and Eliza, who belonged to Henry C. Coleman. Her husband was Rob-ert [Robert] Coleman, now deceased. Eliza lives at Enterprise, Miss, and in-quires [inquires] for the above names, and also Lucy Turner, the daughter of Eliza Coleman, whom Henry C. Coleman sold to James Turner, who took her with the rest of his slaves and sold her in the slave market at Atlanta, Georgia. Was there the last we heard of her. Any infor-mation [information] concerning either or all of them will be thankfully received. Please address me at Enterprise, Miss. A. B. COLEMAN
MR. EDITOR—I desire to inquireof the whereabouts of my kin peo-ple [people], whom I left in Wake county, North Carolina. Father's name was Ned Stephenson; mother's, Charlotte; four brothers, John, Deork, Jarrett and Henderson. Weall belonged to Bob Young, of Rol-lia [Rollia], a little town in Wake Co, N. C. I fell to John Young, of the same family. John sold me to a negro trader below Rollia. My mother belonged to Muddy Springs Baptist Church when I left there. The preacher's name was George Nance. I had two cousins, Jerry Snerling and Wilson Sams, Jarr-et [Jarret] and Deork were not of the same father as John and I. Their fath-er's [father's] name was Henry Leech. Broth-er [Brother] Jarret fell to Miss C. Young, as well as I can remember; it was about the year 1835 when I was sold. If found will confer a favor that cannot be repaid by address-ing [addressing] me at San Felipe, Texas, in care of Mr. W. H. Jackson. HENDERSON CLEMONS
MR. EDITOR—I desire to know the whereabouts of my brother, Willis Carnes. The last I heard from him he was living somewhere near the city of Memphis. My mother and I used to belong to a man by the name of Thompson Allen. My father's name is Calvin Carnes. Any information concerning my brother will be thankfully received. Address me at Lockhart, Texas. J.R. CARNES.
MR. EDITOR—I read in your paper of Dec. 23, 1881, about my son. His name is John Barber, but changed to John C. Evans. He was sold to a trader in 1851, at the age of fourteen. I have written two letters but have received no answer. I am very anxious to hear of him, as I am alone in this world. Mrs. Fanny Barber, No. 257 Conti street, corner Rocheblave, New Orleans.
MR. EDITOR—I want to find my people from whom I was parted before the war. I was then only twelve years old. Their names are Sam, Armstead, Rhoda and Eliza Davis. They belonged to Pen Davis in Memphis, Tenn. I was taken away by Mrs. Maria Pettis and brought down to Mobile, Ala. Address George Pettis, State Line, Miss.
MR. EDITOR—I want to find my two brothers, Bill Scott and Martin Scott; also a fellow servant named Hettie Scott. Last we heard of her she had moved from Franklin, La., to New Orleans. My mother Henrietta, brother Ed and myself were separated from them about 1861. We separated at Franklin, La. At that time we all lived with Mrs. Scott and son, named elder Scott. He and his wife separated and Henry Scott, brother Ed and myself, Maggie, were given to his wife and two children, who lived in Baton Rouge, La. Lithia Scott and William Johnson refugeed with us to Texas, where we remained about ten years, until we moved to Shreveport, La. Any information will be thankfully received. Address Maggie Patterson, 505 Sprague street, corner of Land, Shreveport, La.
MR. EDITOR—I want to inquire for my brother, Filmore Holder; father was Williams Holder. There were seven boys and three girls, George William Holder, J. Holder, and Amanda, Laura and Annie Holder My name is M. H. Holder, Chattanooga, Tenn.
MR. EDITOR—I wish to enquire for my two brothers. They were sold from mother at Yam Ma ddin about 25 years ago. Their names are Jeff and Henry Hick on. My mother's name is Lotty, my name is Martin Rodgers. Sister Ann is with mother in Yazoo City. Jenny is here. Sister Martha Ellen died before the war. Any information will be gladly received. Address me at Holly Springs, Miss. M. W. RODGERS.
MR. EDITOR—I wish to find my aunts Lizzie and Lucy Alexander. They used to belong to Mr. James Alexander, who lived in Virginia. Elizabeth husband's name was Byrd; and her children Henry, Albert, Violet and Nancy, others were small, and her cousins Brown and Polly Alexander. Lucy did not have any. I forgot her husband's name. Brother of Lizzie and Lucy was Anderson Turner; his wife's name was Delila, his children John and Henriette. Any information respecting these will be thankfully received. Please address A. B. Coleman, Newton, Miss.
MR. EDITOR—I wish to find my brother. His name is Walter Coleman. He is about forty-five years old. He was once a student at the college at Oberlin, Ohio. He was down in Tennessee in 1870, but have not heard of him since. He was not married when I last saw him. He owned a house and lot in Oberlin. I would be glad to hear from him. Address Rev. D. Gordon, Fountain Creek, Tenn.
MR. EDITOR—I wish to find my brothers, James Bethel and Stephen Fight, and Mary Bates and Malinda Stokes. I left them in DeCalb county, Tenn. My father's name was Woolsey Givens and my sister Sallie Givens. They belonged to Mr George Givens. My name is George Bates My wife is Lou Bates; her brother Gidd Buttoner. I wish to find also Mr. Tom Bailiff and Catt Bates, all of DeCalb county, Tenn. My name is now George Knowles, Bell P. O., Clay county, Miss.
MR. EDITOR—I wish to find my brothers. There were five of them, Thomas Keys, Larly Keys, Samuel Keys, Oscar Keys, Parker Keys, and Sister Puss Keys. We use to belong to Nancy Keys. My mother was Diner Keys; father was Louis Keys. We were separated before the war. We were raised about seven miles from Brookhaven, Miss. My name is now Mary Porter. Please address me at Ocean Springs, Miss.
MR. EDITOR—I wish to find my father's people, whom he left in Georgia. His mother was named Jane; I cannot recall the names of his sisters and brothers. I have heard him speak of Josephine, Julia and Mary, and brothers Henry and Boney. Father's name was John, and some of his people lived in Macon, Ga.; he had one sister in Dalton, Ga., whom he went to see in 1867 or 1868. He was married, and his wife's name was Anna. In Georgia he belonged to the Widow Fields. He was sold from Georgia to Mississippi to a Mr. Simmons, and afterwards went by the name of John Simmons. After the war he changed his name to Sharp. His first name in Georgia was Pennet. I am his daughter. Address me, Mary Jane Sharp, at Kosciusko, Miss.
MR. EDITOR—I wish to find my niece; her name was Elizabeth Ragland. She was taken from me about 1874, shortly after her mother died by her father; her mother's name was Isabelle Ragland. She had four other children, all of whom are living. Their names are Anna, Joseph, Louis and Manuel Any information from her will be gladly received. Address Simm Bosham at Cedar Grove, Tenn.
MR. EDITOR—I wish to inquire about a young man who left here about two years ago. His name is Robert Caston, his mother's name is Salem, and she has not heard from him since he left. Address me at Clinton, La. CHARLIE ANGRUM.
MR. EDITOR—I wish to inquire about my brother Anderson Rolerphard, who left us in 1856. There were five of us, Henry Rolerphard, Robin Rolerphard, Booker Haze, and Isaac Maeror, and one sister Louisa and Envy Haze. Our mother's name was Edney Mehala Haze. We were all born in Butler county, Alabama, and now mother, Booker and I are in Texas. The last I heard of brother he was on Colorado river. Address me at Cotton Gin, Freestone county, Texas. HENRY STEEN.
MR. EDITOR—I wish to inquire about my brother, John Carter, who is a local preacher t St. Paul Church. He left here on the 15th of December, 1878, leaving a wife and four children, who are very much in need, and the last time I heard from him was in Assumption parish, La., at Georgia Plantation, when he was very sick. For further information address letter to Moss Point Mississippi. J.C. WALKER.
MR. EDITOR—I wish to inquire for daughter, whose name was Millie Carway; she was taken away the time of slavery by my young mistress. Her name was Carrie A. Dortha; her husband's name was George A. Dortha; they went to Texas, what part I don't know. Before she married her name was Carrie Carway, and after she married she took my daughter, she was eight years old when she was carried away to Texas, and I wish to find her through the SOUTHWESTERN, her name was Millie Dortha after she went away. Please address me, Manervia Carway, Meadville, Miss, Franklin county, in care Rev. Jas. Drayden.
MR. EDITOR—I wish to inquire for father. He use to belong to a man by the name of A. Holman. He was sold when I was quite young from Overton county, Tennessee. I am 33 years old, that would make me born in 1848. My mother, his wife, at that time was named Annnie Holman. She had 10 children, I was the tenth. My father was 3 or 4 years before the war in Mississippi, near Carrollton, Carroll county. His name is John. He named me after himself. My name is John Hall Holman, and was raised on Obays river, 3 miles from Calina, Tennessee. I would be glad to find my father. Address me Richmond, Fort Bend county, Texas. J. H. HOLMAN.
MR. EDITOR—I wish to inquire for folks whom I left in Richmond, Va. My mother was named Mary; her husband John; mother had four children; brothers were Henry and Johnnie; sisters were Pollie and Mattie. I was so small I do not remember; Johnnie was the baby, and Henry came with me. Dr. Wm. Bonner bought brother Henry and me, and brought us to Tennessee. My name was Lucy Hubanks, but is now Lucy White. Address care of George W. White, Scottsborough, Ala."
MR. EDITOR—I wish to inquire for my aunt Eliza Ratcliff. Her husband is Dave Ratcliff. We all left Franklin, Tenn., together in 1875, moving to Arkansas, and parted at Memphis, Tenn. The last time I heard from them they were at Steward's Landing, White River. Her oldest daughter is named Mary. The next was Josie, the next Berrie. Her oldest son was Albert, the next Wallace. I used to go by the name of Louisa Kemple, and I married Henry Hardeman. He died in Tennessee and I now go by the name of Louisa Hardeman. Address me at Pine Bluff, Ark., in care of Lucy Hardeman. LOUISA HARDEMAN.
MR. EDITOR—I wish to inquire for my brother's wife and two boys. His wife's name is Susan Dun and
the two boys were Edward and Oscar. Her husband went by the name of Oscar Coopwood, and was carried off from here three years before the surrender to Texas, by his young master, Benton Coopwood. In 1865 she and her two children lived in a little town called Palatto, Chickasaw county, and went from there in the fall of the same year to Tuscaloosa, Ala., to live with her mother, and I have neither seen nor heard of them since. I hope, dear friends in Tuscaloosa, that you will sympathize with me in my search. Address me at Okolona, Miss. JOHN MAYO.
MR. EDITOR—I wish to inquire for my brother, George Washington, whom I left in King George, Virginia, in 1863. We belonged to the widow Margaret Loughmax. Any information of him would be thankfully received by his sister. Ann Eliza Tucker, by addressing her at San Antonio, Texas, in care of Col. John Withers, First National Bank.
MR. EDITOR—I wish to inquire for my brothers Simon and Elias, they belonged to Wm. Vick, after his decease the property was divided. My brother Simon left me in Yazoo City, Miss., during the war. Mother's name was Ann Vick. She died when I was quite young. Address me at San Antonio, Bexar county, Texas. JOSHUA LANKFORD.
MR. EDITOR—I wish to inquire for my brothers, William Johnson, Leonard Stepney and Richard Coats. They were born in Maryland, and their mother's name was Minnie Stepny. We were sold by Dr. Thos. Blake. I have an idea that they must be somewhere in this city. I read a paper which said that Erick Johnson, born in Maryland, died here, and I think it must be my brother William Johnson. My name, before marriage, was Alice Stepny. Please address me at New Orleans, La., Dupree, bet. St. Ann and Dumain streets. MRS. ALICE BERNARD.
MR. EDITOR—I wish to inquire for my children Jerry, Ben, Algrea and Washington. I left them near Selma, Alabama, in 1866. Washington's wife was Caroline, and she lived on Parrot place near Marion. Sintha was left on John Tipton's place. Her husband was George. I was known in Alabama as Robert Tipton. Address me at Lake Providence, La. ROBERT PERVIER.
MR. EDITOR—I wish to inquire for my children. I was sold from them in Virginia by a man by the name of Cread Webb to a man named Wadkins, and he brought me to Franklin, La. I have four children which I left in Virginia, the oldest is named Simon, he used to belong to Thomas Joplan; my next oldest were Emma and Ann, one of whom I left at the old home, and Emma belonged to a man by the name of Noel. Jennie, my youngest, I left with my old owners. I now have two of them, Emma and Annie, but Simon and Jimmie I have not found. Address me at Franklin, La., care of our pastor, Rev. J. W. Hilton. My name is now Martha Vagner, but I used to be called Martha Webb.
MR. EDITOR—I wish to inquire for my daughter Madora. She formerly belonged to B. William Stewart who lived in Greenville county, Virginia, afterwards he went to Dallas county, Alabama; then he moved to Matagorda county, Texas. I left Madora in Warrenton, N. C. Her brother got drowned in a creek near Warrenton depot. My son was named Domingo. My daughter married Tom Gardener and had three children. The last time I heard from her she moved to Halifax, North Carolina, and I have heard from her since. My husband a named Jessie and my name is Sylvia Round. I nursed P. R. Stewart's youngest son; his name was Robert Stewart. I am now living in Matagorda county, Texas, near Caney P. O. Please address me in care B. W. McBrewster, Caney P. O., Matagorda county, Texas. SYLVESTER ROUND.
MR. EDITOR—I wish to inquire for my friend's relations, whom she left in Mississippi, near Vicksburg; Lucinda Samuel is her name. Her relatives are: Mother, Phillis; father Blacksmith Ben; brothers, Jefferson, Charles, Harris, and Preston; sisters, Polly, who was burned up, was the oldest, and Nancy; these are all the sisters that I know; if mother had any more I don't know them; uncles name was Shoemaker Ben. These all belonged to Jim Steward. I left them when 10 years old, and have not seen them in 50 or 55 years. I came off with Billie Wade; my name was Lucinda Wade when I came from Leon county to Matterson county, and from there to Texas. Please address Lucinda Samuel, Hockley, Texas, care Lewis Bunton.
MR. EDITOR—I wish to inquire for my grandmother, Sopha Bell, and aunt Caroline Joseph. Aunthad a son named Amos Bell who was a member of St. Paul's Church in New Orleans, but he came up the country in 1866. He had two daughters, Palmy and Octavia Bell. The last I heard of him he was dead. Grandmother and aunt were living in New Orleans, on Claiborne street, but I do not know the number. Address me at St. Martinsville, La. PALMER HUES.
MR. EDITOR—I wish to inquire for my kin folks. My father was Clay and uncle Jacob Finner. Father went to the army in 1860. I heard he was running a restaurant, also that he was dead. Uncle Jacob went away in 1861. I was a boy three years old. We belonged to old Joe Finner; he had two children, a boy and a girl. In 1863 we were sold to Parson Cooper near Hickory Flat, Miss. Mother and three children named Susan, Margaret, and John. Mother is named Aimy. A. J. COOPER, Holly Springs, Miss., Box 192.
MR. EDITOR—I wish to inquire for my mother and brother. My mother's name was Maria Mayfield. My brother's name was Edward, and he went with mother. The last I saw of them was in Glasgow, Kentucky. I was sold to a man by the same of Samuel D. Parks, and mother and brother was sold
to a widow by the name of Poly Pain. This is all I can remember; I was only five years old when I left them. Any one knowing of such a person will please answer me at Avergne, Jackson Co, Ark. MRS. JANE JACKSON.
MR. EDITOR—I wish to inquire for my mother and family. I left them in the town of Wells, Ala. My mother was Chaney, sister Jewella, brothers Reuben and Tom. My aunty is Harriet Thayer; she belonged to Daniel McCoy. Address me at Vermillionville, La;. in care of Rev. Joseph Johnson. MISS WINNIE McCOY.
MR. EDITOR—I wish to inquire for my mother, Rose Arthage, and my brother, Prince Arthage. I left them in Lannsboro or Heangesville, Ala. Mother was taken by Mr. Arthage for debts, and I was sold to Mr. Thadeas Mather. Mother had eight children—Silas, Hannah, Barbara, Lucy, Charlotte, Fannie, Lilley and Prince. Address me at Galveston, Texas, in care of Rev. J. K. Loggins. MRS. LILLEY LOUIS.
MR. EDITOR—I wish to inquire for my people whom I left in Georgia, near Carrollton. My mother's named Susan Borner, oldest brother Freman Borner. I have not seen them since 1857. I want to inquire for Violet Harrison; I left her in Hickstown, Ga. I want to inquire for another, half sister, Violet Harrison. Any information will be gladly received. I am now a local preacher in the M. E. Church. Address me at Luling, Caldwell county, Texas. A. Huff.
MR. EDITOR—I wish to inquire for my people, viz: father's name was Plenty McKeniers; my mother's name was Lydia Buchanan.; she is dead. I had two sisters, viz: Eliza and Ellen Buchanan; one brother named Edmund, who was hung for killing May Buchanan, his master. One aunt on mother's side named Betsy Buchanan, one uncle named Phil. Father and his kin belonged to a Mr. McKevier, who moved to the State of Georgia. I don't know what part of Georgia. Mother and her children belonged to the Buchanans. His daughter, Miss Elizabeth, married Jim Fautner and drew me, (Cornelia,) sister Ellen and mother, also cousin Phillips Jim Fautner moved us and his family to the State of Missississippi, where mother died; then J. Fautner moved back to North Carolina, where Mrs. Elizabeth Fautner, Mrs. Buchanan, still lived. Gus or Ben Buchanan drew sister Eliza and a cousin of mine named Caroline, a bright mulatto girl, myself and sister Ellen went with mother; also a cousin Phillip. The last I heard of father he was in the State of Georgia. There is some indications that father is in Texas. I don't know if its true or not; if so he is near Hempstead, Waller Co., Texas. When we were at home in North Carolina we lived near Wadesboro, Anson Co., N. C. I was so young I cannot remember what year this was, but it was before the war I am a poor widow with nine children. Please address me in care of Rev. W. Hartley Jackson, box 46, Bellville, Austin Co., Texas. MRS. CORNELIA EDWARDS.
MR. EDITOR—I wish to inquire for my people. I belonged formerly to Isaac Sanders. The last time I heard from my people they were at Vicksburg. Brothers were William, Jim and Jack Sanders. Jim was at Goodman, and William and Jack at Vicksburg. Father was Israel, and mother Caroline Sanders. They left us at Webster, Miss. E. W. SANDERS.
MR. EDITOR—I wish to inquire for my people. My father's name was Billy Williams, and my mother Eliza Williams. They had eight children, viz: Billy, Gus, Arch, Calvin, Mary Jane, Lucy, myself and Georgiana. Mother died in Tennessee, ten miles north of Memphis. We were brought to Louisiana by Mr. Hearnton. After we got there father left the white folks and we suppose he went back to Tennessee. Bro. Billy never came out here with us. Bro. Calvin and sister Georgia are living in the Indian Territory. The last time I heard from sister Lucy and brother Gus they were in Coffman county. I have not heard of Bro. Arch and sister Mary Jane since I left Louisiana. We all belonged to John C. Weaver. Before we came to Louisiana Bro. Arch and Mary Jane were sold to a man by the name of Gid Pillow. Any information will be gladly received. Address me, Mrs. Ann Carter, at Mineloa, Wood county, Tex.
MR. EDITOR—I wish to inquire for my people. My father's name was Sam Wade. Mother's name was Rody Soless. She used to keep the ferry at Burton's Ferry, where she was drowned. There were seven children when I was taken away—Charles, Malinda, Rutha, Abram, Samuel, Letty and John. Charles, Malinda, and Rutha were brought to middle Tennessee by Samuel Shell and his brother. I was quite small when taken away—between six and seven years old. We all lived in Virginia. Please address me at Juno, Henderson Co, Tenn. RUTHA GARDENER
MR. EDITOR—I wish to inquire for my people. My mother's name is Jane Thompson; her two sisters were Jane and Sallie; she was sold at Natchez, Miss., and the others were carried to the country and sold to a farmer; all three sisters were mulatto girls. When we came to this county my mother was sold to Weathersford in Copiah county. Address Mat Thompson, Barlow, Miss.
MR. EDITOR—I wish to inquire for my people—mother, three sisters and three brothers. Mother's name was Ellen Vannoy; sisters were Harriet Vannoy, Corela Vannoy, and Hannah Buckner; brothers were Charles, Richard and Milton. Mother, myself, Corela, Harriet all belonged to Vannoy. The last time I saw them was in Warren, Mo. Sister Hannah and brother Richard belonged to Buckner in Kentucky. Brother Charles stayed with mother until most a young man, and then was taken to Kentucky by one Peddis. Brother Milton, the last I eeard of him he was in Missouri. My name was Matilda Vannoy at that time. I was sold to Granville Blaky; and taken to St. Louis, and brought from there to Texas. I am now married, and go by the name of Matilda Jefferson. Ministers will please help me find them. Any information will be gladly received. Address me at Bryan, Texas. METILDA JEFFERSON.
MR. EDITOR—I wish to inquire for my relatives through your valuable paper. My mother's name was Emma Barfield; sister, Ann and Betsy; brother, Randal Barfield. When last seen were in Williamson county, Tenn. Any information of the above named will be thankfully received. My name was Clasacie Barfield but known by the name of Clasacie Bass. My address is Lebanon, Tenn., in care of B. Anderson, pastor M. E. Church.
MR. EDITOR—I wish to inquire for my relatives whom I left in Maryland about thirty-five years ago. My mother's name was Louisa; she had one afflicted sister named Mary. One of my sisters was named Harriet. We belonged to the Browning and Crocksaw estate. They owned a rope factory on Light street in Baltimore. I was sold at sheriff's sale for debt. The last I knew of mother she was living with a man named John Hemling. My name is Goorgeana, was about 16 years old when I was sold away. Mother limped a little when she walked. Address Georgeana Hodge, or Rev. A. Lockhart, Winchester, Tex.
MR. EDITOR—I wish to inquire for my relatives whom I left in Mississippi. Nan. Miller, Willis Bradford, D. J. Brooks and Vina Bradford. Address me at Weimar, Texas. Josh Bradford.
MR. EDITOR—I wish to inquire for my relatives, whom I left in Virginia about 25 years ago. My mother's name was Matilda; she lived near Withtown, and belonged to a Mr. Percifield. I was sold with a younger sister—Bettie. My name was Mary, and I was nine years old when sold to a trader named Walker, who carried us to North Carolina. Bettie was sold to a man named Reed, and I was sold and carried to New Orleans and from there to Texas, where I now live. Grandfather's name was Dick, grandmother's Millie. I had uncles Timothy and Guy, aunts Malinda, Caroline and Catherine. Caroline had a girl named Sallie. Catherine had Lucy, Jennie and Malvina. I had a brother, Sam, and a sister, Annie, who were left with mother. If they are alive I will be glad to hear from then. Address me at Morales, Jackson Co., Texas. MARY HAYNES.
MR. EDITOR—I wish to inquire for my relatives. My mother's name was Beckley Moore; my father's Ben Payne, my brother's Moses Moore. I left them in Smith Co., Tenn., in a town called Rome. After the death of my mistress I came to Texas with Billy Moore, and lived with Dr. Gordon. My name was Scott Moore, but now I am known as Scott Petty. Please address information in care of Rev. A. Brown, LaGrange, Texas.
MR. EDITOR—I wish to inquire for my sister, Maria Henrick, who belonged to Mrs. Henrick in Hazlehurst, Copiah county, Miss., and who moved from Hazlehurt to New Orleans, La., in the year 1865. My sister had only one daughter; her name was Fannie Smith. My name is Adeline Haynsworth, and now I go by the name of Adeline Wilth. I am living in Crystal Springs, Miss. Any information will be thankfully received. Please address me at Crystal Springs, Miss., in care of Rev. N. Cannon.
MR. EDITOR—I wish to inquire for my sister, who is said to be somewhere in New Orleans. Her name is Ceily Rush. My father's name was Traves Covington; mother's name Violet Rush; step father's name was Thomas Rush. I used to go by the name of Harriet Stewart, but now go by my married name, Harriet Bell. If the above named person is found, please write to me at Crystal Springs, Copiah, county, Miss, in care of Rev. N. Cannon, pastor in charge of M. E Church.
MR. EDITOR—I wish to inquire for my son, John Albert Clemmons. I have not heard from him for nearly four years. When I last heard from him he was in Jackson, Mo., and was going to Chicago. I would be very thankful if my son could be found. He will find me in Austin, Tex., just where he left me. I am divorced from my husband and he is ma ried again. I hope the good people will help me to find him, for I am all alone in the world and am so anxious to see him once more. Plaase write to Mrs. Anny Clemmons, Austin, Tex., care Mr. J. R. P. McFall.
MR. EDITOR—I wish to inquire for my son. He left me in 1865 and went to Vicksburg with cavalry. He was Monroe Harvey. I heard he was living. Address me at West Station, Miss. CAROLINE MCADORY.
MR. EDITOR—I wish to inquire for my three brothers, Stephen, Joe and Peter Blackville. When last heard from they were on a boat at Alton, Illinois, at the beginning of the war. Our father's name was Thomas Blackville. Stephen left Nashville, Tenn., in 1870. Address me at Martin'sville, Yazoo River, Miss. MOSES BLACKVILLE.
MR. EDITOR—I wish to inquire for news of my children. I left the city of Savanah in the year 1857, in February. My oldest son is name Frederick Anderson. He was a brick mason. My next son is named Alex. Anderson. My oldest sister dis name Jane. My mother is name Flora. All of my family belong to the old colored Baptist Church. Address Lewisville, Ark., in care of Geo. Sewell. CORA BAKER.
MR. EDITOR—I wish to inquire for two young ladies, Mary and Bell Heard. Their mother's name was Violetta Heard. The last time I heard from them they were in Nashville, Tenn. Any information leading to the whereabouts of the above will be thankfully received. Address L. Davis, Edwards, Hinds county, Miss.
MR. EDITOR—I wish to inquire through your columns for my father, whose name was Clem Bennett. He was taken to some part of Texas by Mr. Brisco Bennett and Wm. Burnett, along with Aunt Minerva, Uncle Alex Richard and cousin Charles Burnett, from Multan, Lowndes county, Miss., just before the war. My mother is Martha Shirley; she had three children, viz: myself, Roberta Ann, Laura Ann and Willis. Father married another woman named Martha. I can not remember any of the children but sister Hanah. I am a Weatherspoon by marriage. I guess father is dead, but I presume some of his family is alive. Any information may be sent to me, Roberta Ann Witherspoon, at Centre Point, Howard Co., Ark. May 5, 1888.
MR. EDITOR—I wish to know the whereabouts of relatives. I have a mother, one brother, and two sisters. Mother's name was Nelly Thomas; brother, Charles Galley; sisters, Deliade and Amelia Galley; they may have changed their names since I left them. I left mother and sister Deliade on the Mason farm, fifteen miles from the city of New Orleans. Sister Amelia was going to school in the city of New Orleans. She was then staying with her godmother named Ann Powells. I left Charl s Galley in the army. I heard since that he had returned to New Orleans to live again. My people were under the Baptist faith and order. I am a class leader in the Methodist Episcopal Church. Address me in care Rev. P. Morgan, Palestine, Texas. ISAAC GALLEY.
MR. EDITOR—I wish to know where my sister is. Her name was Eliza Sparks. Her husband was named Edward Sparks. Mother's name was Aley May. William Bolder raised us and sold her to Sandy Young. Mr. Young brought her to Texas about 1862. My name was Lucindy Lee, but is now Lucindy Oats. Anyone knowing where she is will do a great blessing by informing me, Lucindy Oats, Roxton, Texas.
MR. EDITOR—I wish to make some inquiries for my kindred father and mother and two sisters. My father's and my name Joe Simon Hill, mother's name Betsey Hill, sisters names are Fanny Hill and Margaret Hill. We all lived in Houston, had a house rented from Mr. Bradly. Sister Fanny was bound out in Huston, and mother moved to New York, and there she bound me out to a man by the name of Calven Deverts, a city guard. Write to me at Bryan, Texas, care of Rev. Wade Hamilton.
MR. EDITOR—I would like to hear from my uncle. His name was Henry Hicks; he belonged to Thomas Hicks in Perces Springs, Miss. His mother's name was Rosa Blackmy, his father George Blackmy. Henry left this State about the second or third year after the close of the late war, with a white man. The last time I heard from him was about two years after he left. Any information will be gladly received. Address W. J. Hicks, Hattiesburg, Miss.
MR. EDITOR—I would like to inquire for my people whom I left in Georgia. My uncle whom I left in Fort Valley was Casey Allen, one sister named Susan Woodfolk, her husband's name was Robert Woodfolk. Sister and brother lived in or near Fort Valley. Mother was Jenny Millington, my step-father Wallis Millington. He was pastor of some church near Savannah, Ga. My youngest sister lived near Fort Valley. Address Mattie Stevenson, care of Rev. J. L. Massey, New Gascony, Ark.
MR. EDITOR—My brother's name was Stephen Browner. We were raised at Austin, Texas, by Albert Kimble, who sold him to Dun Browner, of Austin, Texas. My father was named Charles and mother's Millie, sister's Fanny; brothers Jim and Greer. About 1856 Mr. Kimble sold the balance of the family and we moved from Austin Texas, leaving Stephen there. Any one knowing where he is will do a great favor by informing me. My name was David Kimble, but is now David Reed, Roxton, Lamar county, Texas.
MR. EDITOR—My father's name was Rich, but was called Bob. He was a free colored man. My mother's name was Mary Ann McMailen. There were seven children of us: Mary Jane, General, Louisa, Millie, Andrew, Lucinda and Sammie. I think we were separated from mother and father at Alexandria, La., bought by a man named Dempsey, who was killed shortly after in Alexandria. My father was off at the time that we were taken away. He went off with a herd of cattle. I also had an uncle by the name of Joe, and one by the name Sam Gandy, who was at the time a Methodist preacher. I am the oldest of the children. Any one that will give me any information about the above named persons will be so thankfully received. Please address me at Waco, Tex., in care of Rev. J. T. Gibbons, box 65. Mrs. Mary Jane Randolph.
MR. EDITOR—My maiden name was Matilda Harris. My sister's name was Silvy Harris, she was sold to a Mr. Wathen, Union county, Ky., about 1855. If anybody who reads this knows her please address me at Milan street, between Tchoupitoulas and Water streets, New Orleans, La. MATILDA GREEN.
MR. EDITOR—My relatives I left near Hillsborough within 12 miles of Eldorado, Arkansas. Mother's name Sydney Carlton. Sisters, Maria, Agnes, Louisa and Ellen Carlton, brothers Ben and Jack Carlton. I was brought to this country by Pink Scales in 1858 or 1859 My name at that time was Margaret Carlton. Address me at Shell Mound, Leflore county, M ss., in care of Rev. Elisha Coleman. MARGARET LYNN.
MR. EDITOR—Permit me to inquire for my sister, Lenorah Jackson. She visits St. Mark's Baptist Church and Winan Chapel Methodist Church. I hope the pastors of the above named churches will read this to their congregations. I visited my mother and sisters in this city during the Exposition, in 1885. I had another sister here by the name of Cilvey Washington. My brother's name is Andrew Siems. I have written several letters to them since I came home, but I have not received an answer since last August. Address me, Mrs. R. C. Comer, at Lexington, Miss.
MR. EDITOR—Please allow me space for this inquiry. I am away from my parents; I was sold away from "Mealy" county, Va., in 1824. My mother's name was Patience Brown; my brothers were Bob, Kit, and "Graym" Brown. My sisters were named Mary and LydiaBrown. They belonged to Edmond Harrison. Father's name was Tom Brown, and belonged to Mr. Fosey. Address me, Monroe Brown, Marshall, Texas.
MR. EDITOR—I wish to inquire for my absent parents. My father was Tom Brown, and belonged to Mr. Fossey. My mother was Patience Brown, and belonged to Edward Harrison. Mother's sons were Kitt Brown, Bob Brown, Monroe Brown, Graham Brown. Her daughters were Mary Brown and Lydia Brown. Monroe Brown was sold from them in Mealy county; virginia, when very young to a Sandy Archer, in Richmond, Virginia. Address Monroe Brown, Marshall, Texas. 3t
MR. EDITOR—Please allow me space in the SOUTHWESTERN to inquire for my people. My father's name was Doublen Spradlen; my mother's name was Eliza Dupree. I have a brother and sister, brother's named Moses and sister's named Malinda. We lived in Oglethorpe county, Ga., 6 or 7 miles from Leciton, which was the county seat. My mother was sold several years before the war to a trader by the name of Busster. I was brought from there by Dupree to Rome, Ga. We remained there until the war, since which time I came to Tennessee, where I now live. Any information of the whereabouts of the above names will be thankfully received by Reller Ralerfurt, in care of Rev. J. T. Henry, my pastor, P.O., Mission Ridge, Tenn.
MR. EDITOR—Please allow me to inquire for my people. I left them in West Virginia about 1858-9. They belonged to a man by the name of Wash Fairfax, in Preston County, near Kingwood. My eldest sister was named Charlotte. My brother was named James Bolton, he was about four years of age when we left there. Our father's name was Alfert; our mother's name was Sophia; mother had twins; both girls. Our father undertook to go to the free State (Pennsylvania) and was overtaken and brought back and then was sold. I am the eldest child; I was nicknamed Sailia. My name is Marcelious. My mother had a brother by the name of Watt. He belonged to the same man that we did. I had two cousins by the name of Taylor and John; they belonged to the same man. Wash Fairfax used to be sheriff of Monongahela Co , Virginia. He lived in Morgan Town at the time. Any information from any one will be gladly received. Address me M. S. COLLINS. Sturges, Oktebbeha Co., Miss.
MR. EDITOR—Please allow me to inquire through your paper for my people. I was born in Richmond, Va. Father's name was James Miller, mother's name Mary Miller. I had a sister whose name was Angeline Miller. I was brought South by a man named Graften Reed, and have not seen my people since. If any one knows anything of them please address me, Virginia Elire, at Shreveport, La.
MR. EDITOR—There was a mistake made in the advertisement of my letter. The name is Mrs. Rhoda Reeves and not a male, but a female name. I am not the father of 8 children, but the mother. Those who I am inquiring for are my brothers and sisters. Please correct mistake, and oblige Rhoda Reeves, Conroe, Texas.
MR. EDITOR—You will please inquire through your paper for Malcho Parr, or Malichra Hayman. Have not heard from him since Oct. 31, 1875. When last heard from he lived in Pearlington, Hancock county, Miss., and oblige his mother, Emma Griffin, 101 Union St., care Rice Moore, Nashville, Tenn.
MR. EDITOR― I want to find my father, mother, sisters and brothers. They used to belong to Wm. Akers, near Paris, Tennessee. My father's name was Gilbert, my mother's name was Millie, my three sisters, Hannah, Lucy, and Pollie. My brothers' names were Peter, Martin, James, Jack and Riley. My name is Philis Ann Jackson. Address me in care Rev. J. E. Shackleford, Navasota, Tex.
MR. EDITOR― I wish to find the whereabouts of my mother and father and three sisters. Mother's name was Caroline Dupree, father Alfred; sisters Mary, Zelphia and Rachel. I left them in Alabama near the town of Campelton; we all belonged to Mr. John Dupree; after emancipation mother hired s to a Mr. Bob Echols. We (myself, and brother, Ben Dupree,) being very small, he stole us away and brought us to Bryan, Texas. While at Bryan we got, through Mr. Echols, several letters from them, but have since lodt their postoffice address. The friends round about Campelton will please assist me and my brother in finding out relatives; if found, address me at Brenham, Texas, care Rev. Wilds Hartley Jackson. MRS. MALINDA POWELS.
MR. EDITOR― I wish to inquire for my people, who lived in Virginia about 30 years ago. We were separated from each other in New Orleans, and sold by the trader George Davis. My mother, sister and eldest brother were left in Virginia, and I have not heard from them since. We belonged to Ned Hicks. My mother's name was Mary Collins, sitsers names were Edith and Diana Collins. My brothers were Arthur, Benjamin, Jack, Greene, Philas, Dick and Caesar Collins. Address Nelson Collins, 209 Jeanette street, New Orleans, La.
MR. EDITOR― I wish to inquire for my sister Nancy, whom I left in Mississippi. Mother was Henrietta, and I left her in Poindexter's trader's yard. Address me at Lockhart, Texas. PHILLIP SCOTT.
MR. EDITOR― I wish to inquire for my two brothers. Their names are Samuel Bush and Thos. Bush. I left them in Alabama, on old man Floyd Bush's farm, near Alexander, a little village town. My father and mother died when I was very small, and I only remember the name of my father, Heny Bush; my mother I can not remember. My name is Neal Harris. Address me at Winchester, Fayette county, Texas.
MR. EDITOR― I wish to inquire for some of my relations, my sister, Eliza Boatner and my brother, Benjamin Boatner. My sister and brother belonged to the estate of old Boatner. My sister was sent to either Houston or Galveston, Texas. My brother was sold to Jesse Carney. My mother was Dinah Bortner, father was Matt Boatner. I had a sister, next to Eliza, named Fanny; and I am the oldest one living. My address is Pauline Johnson, No. 4 Willow street, between Cypress and Julia streets, New Orleans, La.
MR. EDITOR― My daughter Emma was sold from a man by the name of Lehman, corner Eughien and Greatman streets, New Orleans, La. Her mother, Mrs. Philice Henderson, 508 Constance street, New Orleans, La.
MR. EDITOR―I desire to seek my daughter who was separated from me in slave times. Her name was Nancy Temelton. John Tempelton sold her to a Negro trader. Her name was Randale Cannon. her mother, when she was sold, was Sislie Alexander. My husband, when Nancy was sold, was Thornton Alexander, now Thornton Hackett. I had five children: Nancy, the oldest, John, Betsy, Jane and Alex. Jane was the baby. The last I heard of her was that the trader had carried her to Richmond, Va., about the year 1840 or 1850. We were living one mile from Fairfield, Va., but since then have moved to Texas. Address at Brenham, Texas, in care of my son, Alex Hackett or Rev. W. Hartley Jackson. MRS. SISLIE HACKETT.
MR. EDITOR―I wish to inquire for my people. My sister's name was Ametie and my brother's name was Peter. My mother's name was Sarah, and we all belonged to a man by the name of Jack Clockton. A white man named Monroe bought my sister, and we lived on the Kale place before we were sold. Our father's name was Manuel. Now, the last word that my sister said to me that she would send back for me. Our mistress name was Matilda, and her daughter was names Louise. My name is Permelia Brown. Address Rev. R Roberts, care of Mrs. A. D. Townsend, Brookhaven, Miss.
Mr. Joseph Means, of Columbus, Miss., wishes to find the whereabouts of his sister and three daughters, who were taken from here by Prof. Rob. Means some time before the war. His sister’s name was Millia Means, and his daughters were Annie, Phillis and Louisa Means. The last we heard from them they were with Mr. Jno. Pickett, Shreveport, La. Any information will be thankfully received by Mr. Joseph Means, Columbus, Miss., who married Char. Blewett. L. L. SHUMPERT.
MR.EDITOR—I desire to inquire for my uncles, Watson Coleman, Bob Coleman and Spencer Coleman. They belonged to Dr. Brown, in Gonzales; at that time they went by the name of Brown. Watson was killed after the war, Bob went to Mexico; Spencer Coleman is my father, and is living in Columbus, Texas., and is about fifty-five years old. Uncle Bob, I think, is in Mexico. Any information will be thankfully received. Address Stephen Coleman Walker, Texas.
Mrs. Sallie Crump, of Marshall, Texas, desires information of her children. Amelia Baker, Harriet and Eliza Hall, Thirza Matilda Rogers, owned and raised by John Baker, of Abingdon, Washington Co, Virginia. Sallie Crump was taken to Mississippi fifteen or twenty years before the surrender, by David Vance, and from there was brought to Texas, and has since resided in Marshall. Any information leading to the discovery of these long-lost children will bring gladness to a worthy mother's heart. T. W. LINCOLN
Atlanta Advocate and Virginia papers please copy.
MRS. WM. G. KING, formerly Miss Lilly Ann Carter, would be glad to hear from any of her friends who may have escaped from slavery. *Her address is Care Rev. W L. Judd, Port au Prince, Hayti.
My name was Millie Shofner, I had only two children, both born in Bedford county, Tenn.; the oldest is Eliza Brown, and the youngest Harriet Thompson. I was sold to Gabe Shofner, who brought me to Missouri. All this took place before the war. I left my daughters in Bedford county, Tenn. Any one knowing their whereabouts will please write me at Fayetteville, Ark.
NANCY MOOMAN.—I wish to find my sister; the last time I saw her was in Mead county, Ky. Last I heard of her, she was in Litchfield, Ky. My father's name was Enoch Mooman. Any information of her whereabouts will be thankfully received. Address, Second Baptist Church, New Albany, Ind.
NOTICE! Information is wanted by Lymas Cook of Jacksonville, Fla., as to whether Gideon Cook, and his wife Betsey Cook, or their children, Sallie, Marie, Ann, and Chaney Cook, who first belonged to the Widow Cook of Effingham County, Ga., and who fell to Lewis Cook of Louisiana, but who staid with Gen. Lee of Bullock County, Ga., till removed to Louisiana by Lewis Cook, about the year -------, are now living: if so, as to their present whereabouts. If this should meet the eye of any person acquainted with the parties above named, or who can give any information concerning them, they will confer a great favor by addressing, LYMAS A. ANDRES, Jacksonville, Fla.
NOTICE. Information Wanted--Information is desired as to the whereabouts of Logan Welch, colored, height about 5 feet, 6 inches; weight, 160 pounds; not exceptionally dark; about 40 years of age; by profession a cook. Mr. Welch was a passenger on an interurban car at Iowa City on July 11, 1912, and witnessed a collision between said car and an automobile. His testimony is desired and he will be compensated for his time and expenses. Any definite information as to his services will be compensated for. Communicate with Bystander office or direct with Chas. M. Dutcher, Iowa City, Iowa. Reward will be paid for reliable information.
NOTICE.Any one having information of the following named persons: Mrs. Harriet Lee, Vinie and Harriet Lowding (their married name not known), Daniel Lee or Matthew Lowding, will please leave notice with the undersigned, Pastor of Mount Zion Church , on Jackson street. nov21 2t JAMES HAYWARD.
Of my son, Daniel, 15 or 16 years of age, who formerly belonged to Clinton Williams, Marshal county, Tenn., and subsequently to Harvey McRory. When last heard from was living in Memphis, Tenn. I am at present living at Unionville, Bedford county, Tenn., where I can be addressed, or the desired information can be sent to the Colored Tennessean, Box 1150, Marshvill, Tenn. ROBERT WILLIAMS feb10-1m
Of my two sonss, Sidney and Harrison who belonged to Olean. Cannon, who formerly lived in Shelbyville, Bedford county Tenn., and were sold to Goodbar, a trader, and when last heard from were in Montgomery, Ala. The oldest one is about 26 years of age. My name is Sidney. When they left I belonged to a man by the name of Elliott. Information of them will be thankfully received by myself or their mother, whose name is Eliza Cannon. Please address Colored Tennessean, Box 1150 Jan13-1m SYDNEY ELLIOTT.
OF the whereabouts of a Mr.---- FOSTER. who came to Kansas about two years ago. He formerly resided at Pulaski, Tenn. Information concerning his whereabouts will be thankfully received by H.C. RUTHERFORD. Topeka, Kan.
PERSONAL GEORGE CARY, [undecipherable][undecipherable][undecipherable] will [undecipherable][undecipherable][undecipherable] addres [undecipherable] MATH CARY, at [undecipherable][undecipherable][undecipherable][undecipherable][undecipherable][undecipherable] N. O. T. [undecipherable] please [undecipherable] [undecipherable]
PERSONAL GEORGE CARY, seeks his son Robert Cary. Will please send his address to his sister [undecipherable] CARY, at [undecipherable]. N. O. Tribune please [undecipherable].
PERSONAL. PERSONAL--INFORMATION WANTED. -- IF THOMAS HINCHER, formerly a servant of William Bowler, Esq., of King & Queen county, Virginia, but supposed to be a Baptist preacher in Milton or Middleton, Georgia, will address box [undecipherable], Richmond, Virginia, he will hear of the whereabouts of his wife and son. His earliest attention to this will greatly relieve the mind of his anxious and loving wife. [undecipherable] ELIZA HINCHER.
Please Help Me Find My Broother Saunk Joyce was sold in Mecklenburg, Virginia several years before the civil war, to Cunnigana Negro trader. His mother, Willie, was a slave on the Joyce plantation. He had one sister Betty, who is very anxious to find hIm. Any in formation [information] will be gladly received. MRS. BETTY REYNOLDS. 44 Parker street, Atlanta, Ga.
RACHEL BROWN.—I should like to know the whereabouts of my sister, Rachel Brown, owned by Joseph Waneforth, the banker at Maysville, Ky. I saw her last at that place in 1870. Also Margaret Brown, owned by the same man. Address Wm. Brown, 1162 Fulton street, Chicago, Ill.
Relatives Found.Mrs. Josephine Bass of Memphis, Tenn. in the PLaNET of the 21st, advertised for relatives whom she had not seen for thirty-one years.She has found them. They called at this office this week and proceeded at once to correspond to her. Only two are now alive.A gentleman in Washington found his long lost sister in the same manner. He had not seen her for nearly forty years.
Reward.Information wanted as to last known whereabouts of Esau or Esam Matthews colored, who was born in Charlotte Co., Va., about 1843. Was a soldier in Company C. 11 U. S. Colored Artillery (heavy) and was last heard of in Richmond, in 1875. Wanted in the interest of an estate.Address, S.G. HOPKINS,Attorney at Law,Atlantic Building, Washington, D.C.or THE PLANET OFFICE,Richmond, Va.
ROSETTA JONES.—Would like to learn the whereabouts of my mother, Mrs. Rosetta Jones. Last heard of in Cartersville, Ga., in 1860. She had three children, Nelson, Marcus and Susan. Address Mrs. Susan Becker, 140 Pacific Avenue, Chica- go [Chicago], Ill.
RUN-AWAY.My son Robert Atkinson, age 15 years, brown-skinned, about 3 feet in height, with a scar on his right cheek, ran away from me about 7 weeks ago. All persons are warned not to harbor him in any shape or form. Anyone knowing of his where-about [whereabouts] will please inform me. Any one bringing him home will be liberally rewarded for their trouble.ROBERT ATKINSON,Liggans Hill,Henrico Co., Va
Seal Mack Dougall, of Westfield. Harris county, Texas, from Cumberland county N.C., whose mother's name is Caroline, and whose brother's name is Dick, and whose relatives live in Cumberland and Bladen counties, N.C., wishes to hear from his folks. Also, his wife, whose maiden name was Clark, and whose mother's name was Lucinda, and who was, with her mother, sold forty years ago, from Clark's estate, Pottsylvania C. H , Va., to Martin Crews, wishes to hear from her friends.
Some information is wanted of the whereabouts of Hugh W. Thomas, who was born in Essex County, VA, about 19 years ago. His father, William L. Thomas, died when he was two years old, and his mother, Mary Thomas, formerly Mary Parsons, took him to Richmond. She died soon afterwards leaving him with an aunt, Helen Parsons. When last heard of, he was living on or near St. Paul Street, Richmond, Va. If he is living, and will write to his aunt, Mrs. Frances Bundy, Occupacia, VA, he will learn something of interest to him.
The Lost Found.Mr. and Mrs. D. Thornell of Brad-ford [Bradford], Pa. are in the city on a visit to her father, William Moss, of this city. It seems that Mrs. Thornell has been awayfor 20 years. Recently she had an en-quiring [enquiring] notice inserted in the PLANET, inorder to find her father. He saw it and wrote to her. The result is that she, in company with her husband arrived here Wednesday 29th inst. The mutual satisfaction of the two at seeing each other can be readily imagined. Mrs. Thornell had been endeavoring to find her father for seven years. She was pro-fuse [profuse] in her thanks of the editor and the PLANET.
To the churches in Louisiana: A letter to be read in the churches inquiring for a woman name Susan Sprigs, mother named Fanny Willis from Richard, in Gloucester county Va., Richard Cook in Gloucester county. My father was Susan Spriggs, uncle John Stubbs, Ann Stubbs father, to inquire for my cousins, Edward and Mary Smith. Aunt Jennie Lewis belonged to McConnor in Williamsburg, Edward belonged to Doctor Bird in Gloucester. Please read this letter in all the churches. Susan’s sister was sold before Richard Cook died, Susan’s sister was named Ellen Green. James Green’s wife was sold [undecipherable, possibly “out”] Richard Green state if any of Ann Stubbs relations can be heard of. Please write to Yorktown to Ann Washington, I am married now. My mother’s name is Lucy Stubb that uncle John Stubb had for his wife. Our uncle got drowned one night coming home from Pinter Ponter swamp, he was name Watts Harris, he belonged to Richard Cook, in Gloucester. I want to hear from my relations if they can be found anywhere in the world. ANN WASHINGTON.
TURNER HAMMONDS LOST. Mrs. Paralee Hammonds wishes to know the whereabouts of her son, Turner hammonds. When last heard of he was in Itaska, Texas. Any information concerning him may be directed to MRS. PARALEE HAMMONDS, Colorado, Texas.
WALTERBORO', S. C., March 14, 1866. MR. EDITOR -- I feel that I am under some obligations to write you a few lines of matters and things of interest to your readers. I have been a soldier in the U. S. service for two years and nine months, and I have always tried to serve my country faithfully. And that now my term of service is about to expire, I wish to spend the balance of my life as a free and intelligent citizen of the United States, [and] think I may now have some claim to that distinction. The laborer is worthy of his hire, and I have labored to uphold the Government; and now think the Government should do something for me. I am a human being and thence-forth want to be considered as such. It has been said that a negro cannot make a living without having a master to drive him. I made a living when I was a boy, and had no one to drive me to work, or to tell me when to stop. I am now twenty-one years old, and if I cannot stand alone, and make a living, I deserve to starve. Give the colored man a fair chance and an open field, and he will not only support himself, but help to support others. C.M. MANNING Co. 36th U S C T F
Wanted to know the whereabouts of Matilda Fisher, formerly Jenkins, by her son Wm. Jenkins, who is lying very low at 1418 Gulielma St., Phila'da, Pa.
Wants to Find Her Husband. I would like to locate my husband, Joe Scott. He left Richmond, Va., in 1897 to go to Philadelphia, Pa. If any one can furnish any information concerning him, please write MRS. ELLEN SCOTT, 1101 Green Street, Richmond, Va.
Wants to Find Her. I would like to locate my sister, Harriet Ann Carter. Her husband's name is Jesse Carter. When I last heard of her she was living in Richmond, Va. I will be very glad to receive any information of her. LEWIS L. GARRISON, Lewisburg, W. Va.
WANTS TO FIND HIM. If Mr. Robert Steward will communicate with Mr. J. P. Leach, 89 Wilkinson street, Putnam, Conn. he will learn something of interest to him.
WANTS TO FIND THEM I would like to know the whereabouts of Mitchell W Borne and Hannah Borne They left Independence, Va., about sixteen years ago and came to Richmond, Va. With them was a girl by the name of Ellen Maxwell. Any information of any of them will be gladly received. CALVIN MAXWELL Galax, Va., Grayson County.
Wants to Find Them. I am very anxious to locate Spencer or Decker Burke. His father and five sisters belonged to the family of Agee. in Buckingham county, Va. They were sold from home during slavery. The sisters were named Virginia, Lizzie, Agnes, Charlotte and Jencey. If any one knows of their whereabouts or can furnish any information concerning them, please address his nephew. AMBROSE DALLAS AYRES, Richmond, VA 1008 N. 8th Street.
WANTS TO FIND THEM. I would like to find the whereabouts of some of my people. When last heard from they were living in Mecklenburg County Va. My sisters were named Amy Oliver, Mary Jane Oliver, my brother's name was James Oliver. I was brought to Richmond when a child by Mr. Tom Ryland and I was carried by Mr. Harry Hurt to Marion Alabama. I have been living at Hamburg, Alabama for about 25 years. I am now at Richmond, Va. In some way the address of my people in Mecklenburg has been misplaced. Any information will be gladly received. MRS. ELLEN LEE, 1719 Washington St. Care Mrs. Laura Williams, Richmond, Va.
WANTS TO FIND THEM. I would like to locate if living, the relatives of one, Abe L. Cary or Abraham L. Cary, formerly of Richmond, Va. He had been a porter on the L. P. R. R. for 20 years or more up to the time of his death. He was last employed at the Union Station, at Louisville. Description as follows: Age, 50 or 60 years, dark popeyes, weight about 175 pounds. Address, J. S. Bell, Attorney. Jellico, Tenn.
We clip the following from the Western Christian Advocate: "Can any one give information concerning a Rev. Thos. Wilson, now deceased, but supposed by his friends to have resided in or near Cincinnati? Can any one give information, also, whether the said Wilson had a wife living at the time of his death? Information is now sought by persons in Ireland. Responses may be addressed to Rev. J. A. Fullerton, Moundsville, W. Va.
We find this paragraph in the Charleston Advocate:
Milton Douglas, an Edgefield (S. O.) negro, was married while a slave in 1859 to a colored girl in that county. After three months of wedded life he was sold and sent West. His wife married again, her second husband dying a few months ago. Milton, who had not been heard from since 1859 returned the other day and renewed connubial relations with his old spouse.
Where is She?I desire to know the whereabouts of my mother, Charlotte Blackwell. She was owned by James B. Mason, Stafford Co., Va., and was sold to John Couper, the slave trader. When last heard of she was in Richmond. Any information will be thankfully received. Address OSCAR JACKSON, 1022 New Jersey Ave, N.W., Washington, D.C.
Whereabouts Wanted. Wanted to find my two sisters. I have not seen them for eighteen years. They resided at 608 or 806 N. 2nd St with Easter Brooks. Address all information to MISS EMMA DANIELS, 207 Green St., New Castle, Pa.
WHO HAS HIM? EDMOND Collier Brown from Charles City Ca. is in pursuit of his son, GEORGE Christopher Brown a boy about 12 years of age, slender built, a very light mulatto color. He stayed in Hampton last winter, and when last heard from, was at Mr. Kimberly's, Fort Monroe. Any person giving information concerning this boy will greatly oblige the parents and benefit him. Information may be sent by mail to the father at Wilson's Wharf. Charles City Co., Va. Any person bringing the child to his parents will be rewarded (Jan. 25th)
Who Knows Laura Finney?Editor of the PLANET,-Dear Sir:-Any information as to the whereabouts of Laura Finney, (colored) would be gratefully received. When last heard from she was in Hampton, Va.PEGGIE FINNEY,Onancock, Va.
Will any one be kind enough to inform me of the whereabouts of Mr. William Page. He was formerly of Louisville, Kentucky. His mother was named Maria Page, and his father named Peter Page. His parents, if I mistake not, was the property of Major Throckmorton. Any one giving the desired information, will greatly oblige his aunt, Mary Jackson. Address all communication to Mrs. Maris P. McSpadden, 323 North Warren St., East Saginaw, Michigan.
Notice.
Information wanted as to the whereabouts of my
mother. Any person or persons having or can ascertain
any information of Charlotte Blackville, who was sold
about one year and six months before the war at Richmond,
Va., by James B. Mason, will please forward the
same to her son and daughter, this office, or 1022 New
Jersey ave., Washington, D.C. 1t
Do You Know Them?
Mound Bayou, Miss., May 5, '14.
Any information leading to my
people will be thankfully received.
Now this is the condition of the case
and it might seem very late for I
have been promising to try for a
long, long time.
On or about 1855 or 1858 I think
according to grandma's information,
grandma and her four girl children
were sold at Jackson, Miss. and the
slave traders had been prompted to
not let her write back for she was
minor heirs property and they said
the heirs would pursue and take
them, therefore she never did get any
correspondence with her people. Now
her people, her owners, were named
Thomas Tucker and her brother was
named Bill Tucker. Her name was
Rosa Tucker and her four girls
names were as follows: the oldest
was my mother, her name was Margrett;
next was named Jennie; next,
Matilda and the baby or younger,
Josephine.
Her owners were prominent white
people and lived in the city of Richmond,
Va. If there are any of the
Tuckers in or around about, please
see the oldest ones to see if they can
remember Grandma Rosa, she was
small in stature, weighing about 105
pounds. If there are any of them
please let them write me and you
will greatly oblige
Yours truly,
ALEX. MYERS
Information Wanted!
OF MY WIFE, ANN HOWARD, (COLORED,) WHO left New Haven, Ky., in August last, to come to Louisville to work with Mr. Joseph Brown. Any information that will lead me to her will be thankfully received if left at Robert Fosters, on Broadway, bet. Tenth and Eleventh Sts. j3 d3* CHAS. HOWARD.
Information Wanted.
OF my son WESLEY, 13 years of age, light
complexion, raised in Richmond county, N.
C., by Mrs. Effy Gilchrist, left there about 1st
March with the Federal troops, last heard of
passing through Wilmington about the 1st June 1865.
His Father and Mother can be found at Mr.
Peden's house, Wilmington. Any person that
knows of his whereabouts will please let me know.
JAMES HALL, Coloured.
oct 25 15-1w*
INFORMATION WANTED.
INFORMATION WANTED CONCERNING
MARY AND ELIZA BAILEY
The name Bailey was that of their
master, who lived in Saline county,
Mo., in 1860 or 1861. The father's name
was Nathan Howard Bailey, the mother's
name, Americus Bailey. These
children were sold south during the
year in which there was so much talk
of the emancipation of the slaves. They
were sold in what was termed "Down
the river." Any information will be
thankfully received at the Union
Memorial church, or at the Palladium
office, 2617 Lawton avenue. Other
Negro papers will please copy.
Information Wanted.
Information wanted of Mrs Maria Ann Scott, who belonged to the Old Jo Martin Estate in Eastern shore, Maryland, or of the whereabouts of my brothers and sisters, named Moses, Stephen, Maria and Matilda Scott. My father's name is Daniel Scott. Information in regard to any of the above persons will be gladly received by the daughter and sister, Mrs LOUISA SCOTT now HARGRAVES, 1212 Davenport street, Omaha, Neb. mar29tomay29
Searching for His Mother.
The following, from the St. Joe
Herald, we give place in our columns,
in the hope that some of our readers
may be able to give the information
desired:
"Information wanted of my mother,
Fannie Webb, who formerly lived at
or near Union Wharf, on the Rappahannock
River, Richmond county,
Va., about 27 or 28 years since. She
belonged to a Mr. Stoneham, and
afterwards to Edward Saunders, who
sold her to a trader by the name of
"Dix," from Richmond City. Va., and
from there she was sold South. I was
brought to Missouri by James Newby
and Samuel Stoneham. Any information
of her or her children, Fanny,
Elizabeth or Alexander will be thankfully
received by her son.
"ADAM SISSON, St. Joseph, Mo.
"P.S. I will pay $25 cash to any
party who will give me information
by which I can find her."
Here is an instance of a colored
man who was a slave and torn from
his mother when he was about six years of
age. He is now thirty-four, and
therefore must have been in search
of her for twenty-eight years. His
affection deserves to be called noble.
He told us that he had spent every
cent he could save since he was liberated,
amounting to about four hundred
dollars, in advertising and traveling
in search of her. Adam Sisson
is employed in the Pacific Hotel as
porter.
Information Wanted.
I want to know the whereabouts of my
mother, Hannah Penn. The last time I
saw her she was living about 10 miles
from Frankfort, Ky., and belonged to
Chelly Penn. When I was about 10
years old Chelly Penn gave me to his
daughter, Mrs. Betsy Ann Haskins, and
she sold me in Frankfort, Ky., to some
negro traders, Lipscum & Day. This
was about 1857 from what I have been
told here, I also had a brother and sister
who were not sold with me; their
names are Coleman and Margaret Penn.
Anyone knowing these persons will
please address,
MRS. CAROLINE PERKIN,
Peachers Mills, Tenn.
-American Baptist.
Information Wanted.
Of the whereabouts of the following
named colored persons.-Henry Phillips,
used to belong to Joe White, Aunt Mary
White, Amanda White, Jane White,
Matilda White, Tom. White, Jim. White and
Augusta White. They all formerly lived
in Sumpster [Sumter] county Georgia, when last
heard from were in Texas. Any information
in regard to them will be thankfully
received.
ISAM TURNER.
Oswego, Kas., August 30th 1880.
PERSONAL.
INFORMATION WANTED.--TO THE HEIRS
OF GEORGE HAZZARD, colored. Information is
wanted concerning NANCY HAZZARD and ROBERT
HAZZARD, children of George and Cynthia Hazzard,
who were sold as slaves in Virginia many years ago. If
they can be found, they will learn something to their ad-
vantage by applying to JOHN THOMAS,
Executor of George Hazzard,
No. 1210 ARCH Street, Philadelphia.
INFORMATION WANTED
As to the whereabouts of William H. Butcher
(colored), who, when last heard from was at Canton,
Ohio. His mother is seriously ill, and desires
to learn where he is. It will be of advantage
to him to write to the
SENTINEL, Carlisle, Pa.
—Nathaniel Dunmore,
Oral, W. Va., desires the addresses of any soldiers
who know anything pertaining to the time and
death of Edmond Dunmore (colored), who enlisted
from the State of Pennsylvania. —
INFORMATION WANTED.
John Shackelford, a freedman, now
living at Murfreesboro, Tenn. wishes
to learn something of his mother,
brother, and six sisters, who were
formerly slaves of Col. George Shackelford,
of Amherst County, Va., about
3 miles from Lynchburg. He has
heard nothing from them since 1846,
when he was taken to Murfreesboro.
He has recently learned through
Lieut. Stevenson, stationed at Lynchburg,
in charge of the Freedmen's
Bureau, that Col. Shackelford died in
1858 and freed his slaves, and that
they removed to Ohio some four years
afterwards. John's mother's name
was Caroline, his brother's Sam, and
his sisters were named respectively,
Farley, Frances, Mary, Grace, Caroline
and Julia Ann.
Any person knowing anything of
the family, will greatly oblige John
Shackelford, by addressing him a line,
in care of Capt. Joseph K. Nelson,
Agent of the Freedmen's Bureau,
Murfreesboro, Tenn.
Our exchanges in Ohio are
respectfully requested to copy or notice
the above.
Information Wanted.
Miss Allie Grace Walsh 437 State Street,
rear, is in search of information as to the
whereabouts of her father John Walsh,
or her mother, Mrs. Nettie Thompson,
or her sister, Ida Thompson or uncles,
Charles, Fred, and John Anderson. She
was born at Columbus, Ohio, and stolen
from her parents at the age of six. Any
information will be gladly received by her.
Information Wanted
Of GEORGIA and THOMAS HOOPER,
sons of Phoebe Smith, who were carried away from
Charleston, S.C., to Petersburg, Virginia, by Mr. John
Smith. Any information will be gladly received by
addressing PHOEBE WILSON
March 3 Charleston, S.C
Information Wanted.
Of Elizabeth Harriet Spratty. sold from Prince George County, Va., by George Hatch, bought by Reuben Raglan of Petersburgh; and of William Spratty, sold to Peter Hare. Kindly address Rebecca Jones, 13 Maiden Lane, Newark, N.J.
SEEKING THE LOST.
FOR LOST FRIENDS OR RELATIONS READ THIS COLUMN.
All Who Mourn a Missing Father, Mother, Brother, Son, Sister, Wife, Husband or Daughter, Should Read This Column Every Week.
There are many persons throughout this great land who mourn some missing relative or friend. Many home circles are rendered unhappy by the fact that there is a vacant chair. THE APPEAL ever willing to lend its aid toward ameliorating the sufferings of all mankind, has devoted this column to those who seek missing relatives. It is open to all whether subscribers or not FREE. Send description of the missing one, also date and place when last seen or heard from. The large circulation of THE APPEAL, covering as it does every State and Territory in the United States, may make this service of inestimable value to some persons who now mourn the loss of loved ones.
I would like to know the whereabouts of Anthony Newby who in 1863 lived in Cumberland County and was owned by Wilson Newby. Any information will be thankfully received by Mrs Susan Cheek, 2506 State street
WANTED TO KNOW.
Any one knowing whereabouts of Mr.
Dennis Ferguson would confer a great
favor by sending his address to Petracia
Ferguson, 3112 Groveland Ave., as his
daughter needs his care.
Imformation [Information] Wanted.
Imformation [Information] is wanted of the present
were-a-bouts of Harriet Ann Chappell.
formerly of Caloway County Missiouri [Missouri]
and of Columbia, Mo, by her brother
Smith Chappell. Address, Robt F. Hunton,
attorney at law, 306 Manhattan
building, St. Paul, Minn.
Kansas City, Mo., papers please copy.
INFORMATION WANTED
Information is wanted about Lias
Tibbs, who was sold before the war at
Fauquier county, Virginia. It is thought
that he is in Greenville, Ga., or Columbia,
Ga., or thereabouts. In the country out
from Greenville, Ga., are some Tibbs,
John and William, whom I think are
my brother's children. Any information
about my brother Lias will be gladly
received by Beverly Tibbs, 29 Carroll St.,
Worcester, Mass.
Information Wanted.
MY wife, Rebecca Bishop, deserted me and
our three children, last Monday night, the
3d instant. She was accompanied by a mulatto
boy named Jerry (formerly slave of one Bishop.)
Said boy is about 25 years of age, slightly crossed
in one eye. My wife is 36 years old, but looks
much younger. She has a mole on the chin,
which is quite noticeable. Information from any
one, white or colored, will be gratefully appreciated.
Any intelligence can be sent to me or
left at the printing office. J U. BISHOP.
July 12 3
INFORMATION WANTED.
TO know the address of Ben Warf, colored cook. J.F. Sneed, 4570 West Belle Terrace.
Information Wanted.
My son Freeman Clark, was sold by Caleb Clark to Till and Glasgow Cherry, about the year 1857 from 'Leadville N.C. and sent to Georgia. Any information about him will be thankfully and liberally rewarded. CHLOE CLARK, Care Old Dominion Steam-Ship, Co., tf. Norfolk, Va.
Information Wanted.
Information wanted as to the whereabouts of my
mother. Any person or persons having or can ascertain
any information of Charlotte Blackville. who was sold
about one year and six months before the war at Stafford
County, Virginia, by James B. Mason, will please
forward the same to her daughter, Fanny Jackson, 1622
New Jersey ave., Washington, D.C. 1t
WANTED TO KNOW.
The whereabouts of Miss Mattie Reed.
Call or write. Bart's News Stand, 2636
State street.
Information Wanted
IF Lemuel and Eliza Dudley, from near Onslow
Court House, who formerly belonged to Robert
Dudley, should be in Wilmington, or if this
should be sen by any person who can give any
information of them, a great favor will be
conferred by informing their mother,
FILLIS DUDLEY.
Feb 12 294-1t
Information Wanted of Relatives.
THE undersigned, who was at one time a slave
of Peter Moore, desires information of his
mother, Jane Moore, colored, who lived near
Hartsville, Tennessee, in 1862; also of his brothers,
Andrew and Fad, who were slaves of Dr. Daley;
and, also, of another brother, Luther, who
belonged to Thomas Burden. If they are living, and
this should reach their eye, I hope they will
address me at Cleveland, Ohio, care of Judge Robert
F. Paine. I have never heard of any of them since
I left Tennessee, and I hope that if anybody knows
of their whereabouts they will write me. Tennesse
papers will confer a favor by noticing this advertisement.
CHARLES ANDERSON MOORE,
jan2 d&W1t Cleveland, O.
Do You Know Them?
A lady of Orange, N J is enquiring
for her relatives. Her mother's
name was Pink Crosby, her father's
name Harry Crosby, her brother's
name was John, but he died in Culpeper
Co. Va. Any one knowing the
above parties will please write to
John Bell, 66 Hill Street, Orange,
N. J.
Information Wanted.
John Wilson, a colored man, formerly a
slave belonging to James Denton, of Colbert county
Maryland, desires to find his five children, named
respectively : George, Dennis, Sarah Jane, Nat and
Lethe. They were all carried to Richmond, the
first year of the war, by James Borne, or Maryland,
and sold, to whom it is not known. The object of
this notice is to discover their whereabouts.
Information addressed to me at Mocksville, N.C.,
will be thankfully received.
JOHN WILSON.
MARCH 18, 1867 6T-pd
INFORMATION WANTED
Of John, colored boy, about three years
old, and formerly belonged to Ned Hamblin
one mile from Camden Madison Co Miss -----
was brought to this city by Ann, who belonged
to Dr. Smith.
Any information concerning them, the
child especially, will be thankfully received
by Emma, --- colored, --- who is the mother of
the boy, at PAT McGUIRE'S,
In Jackson.
Aug. 2, --1t.*
MR EDITOR I want to inquire
for my people whom I left in Colbert
County, Maryland. Father
was Henry Quay, Mother Susan
one brother Jessie Bodley, two
others George and [indecipherable] Quay
three sisters were Diana, Susan
and Jane. Father belonged to
James Knet, Mother to Edward
Isaac. I was sold from there in
1849 to a negro trader named Oravius
Harris. Jessie Bodley belonged
to Carr John Betchet
Address HENRY QUAY
Washington, La.
INFORMATION WANTED
Of a lady by the name of Henrietta Berry, wife of
Thomas Berry. Her maiden name was Tyler.
She has a son named John Tyler. John left his
mother, Henrietta Tyler, as she was then called,
when quite young, in 1850, being in Prince
George county, Md., where Henrietta was also at
that time residing. Her son, John Tyler, has
now arrived at the years of manhood, and is at
present living in Cairo, Ills. He would be ex-
tremely glad to hear of his mother, and he wishes
her to write to him immediately, at Cairo, should
this notice meet her eye. Any information re-
lative to her whereabouts will be most thank-
fully received. When writing, please address to
the care of G. W. Ellis.
mar 31-tf
Information Wanted.
I am seeking my fater [father], George R.
West. His father's name was George
West and his mother was Jane Coffey.
He has several brothers and sisters:
Daniel and Willie West and Bettie,
Georgia, Priscilla and Lillian West. I
last heard of him at Vandale, Ark. My
mother's name was Sara Wortham.
I have two sisters, Willie and Minnie
West. Any information will be gratefully
received by Hollie West, Manatee,
Oklahoma.
Do You Know Her.
I desire to know the wherebouts
of my sister. Her maiden name was
Mary Holmes. Her first marriage
name was Mary Brown. I learn she
has marrried the second time. She is
the daughter of Claiborne and Jennie
(or Jane) Holmes, who lived in King
William County, Va. Her father was
owned by Mr. Park Davis. Her
mother was owned by Reuben Lipscomb.
We were afterwards divided
at the death of the owners.
She was then owned by her young
master, James Lipscomb sometimes
called Hudson. I was owned by the
sister of James Lipscomb (or Hudson)
who married O. P. Binns. The
last I saw of her was when I made
my escape from the Rebels to the
Yankees at Charles City about July,
1862. Any one knowing or being
able to give any information concerning
my sister, will pleas address
Wm. OLIVER HOLMES,
1456 P. St., N. W.
Washington, D.C.
INFORMATION WANTED. --
Of my brother Thos. Brown. When
last heard of he was in Nashville,
Tenn., on his way to Richmond,
Ohio. Also my cousins, Monroe
Brown and Nero Brown. They left
Veto in 1880. Any information
concerning them will be glanly
received.
J. J. BROWN,
Pastor at McNeil Station., Ark.
MR. EDITOR:--I wish to inquire
for my friend, before the war, Alex-
ander Spencer. Address me at
Harden, care of Rev. J. J. Barr,
Sharon, Tenn.
WM. WINCHESTER.
DAVID MCKINNEY--I wish to find out the
whereabouts of my father, David McKinney. He
was a soldier and in the 9th U.S. Cav., Co. D., orderly
sergeant, 9th heavy artillery. Last heard of he
was in Pomeroy, Ohio. Any information concern-
ing his whereabouts will be gladly received by his
daughter, Stella Noble, 60 1/2 Marshall street, Nor-
walk, Ohio. 1-23-92
DINAH DAVENPORT.-I wish to find my sister
Dinah Davenport. I last saw her in Vicksburg,
Miss. She had a daughter named Mary. My
sister's husband's name was Nelson Garland. My
brothers name is Wills. I left him in Clinton,
Miss., with his owner Dr. Wills in 1861. Any in-
formation will be thankfully received and reward
ed by Mrs. Nellie Butler, 1918 Clark street, Chica-
go, Ill. 5-21-92
Information wanted by Miss Fannie
Ford concerning Granderson Washington,
who was cook at the Colored Camp
Fremont, near Washington, D.C., in
1862. Address, Mrs. Fannie Brown,
care of THE APPEAL, Chicago, Ill.
INFORMATION WANTED. - Information is
wanted of Daniel Williams (colored), who was
sold at Martinsburg, Va., about the time Gen.
Patterson's forces visited that place, during
the early stages of the rebellion. Daniel was
then about thirteen years of age. He subsequently
came north and when last heard from
was at Boston. Any information concerning
his whereabouts will be gladly received by his
distressed mother. Any person knowing of
his present location, will confer a great favor
by addressing a letter to Mrs. Ann Williams,
Tanners' alley, Harrisburg, Pa.
INFORMATION WANTED. - Jackson Cumberland
(colored), desires information of the
whereabouts of his family, a wife, named
Jenny and two children, one a boy, named
Albert, age about 11 years, the other a girl,
named Martha, age about 6 years. The
father was in the Union army as hostler at
the time of Milroy's retreat, at which time
the mother and two children fled to Pennsylvania,
since which time he has not been able
to learn their whereabouts.
Newspapers throughout this State will
please copy, and any information of their
whereabouts can be directed to Jackson
Cumberland, at M'Connellsburg, Fulton county,
Pa., care of E. Brosius.
INFORMATION WANTED. -Information is
wanted as to the whereabouts of William
Hamilton, a former member of Co. H, 45th
Penn'a colored troops. Any one knowing
anything concerning the missing man will
confer a favor on his friends by addressing
Robert James, Greencastle, Franklin co.,
Penn'a.
Information Wanted. -Lewis Lewellen,
a colored man, is desirous of finding his son, Clayton
Lewellen. The boy is eleven years of age. He
was left in the care of Lewis Thompson, at Bolivar,
Tennessee. The last time heard from he was
at Cairo, Ill. Any one giving information by which
the boy can be found, will be liberally rewarded.
Address Lewis Lewellen, care of W.H. Houston,
Connersville, Fayette county, Indiana.
INFORMATION WANTED.-Wm. H. Gilchrist,
now living at Carthage, Indiana, left
Robeson county, N.C., thirty-three years
ago. He wishes to know the whereabouts
of his kin.
Information Wanted: -Who knows the permanent home address of Wm. H. Clark. Reward offered.
T.C. Yates, Lieutenant, 4th Indp't Com-
pany, Feesburg, Ohio, would like informa-
tion of a colored man named Green, who
served him during the war, and whom he
last saw acting as waiter in the Broadway
Hotel, Cincinnati, Ohio, in 1865.
WANTED.-Information as to the address of Moses Ballard, or heirs if he is dead. He was a colored man and served in the 123rd U.S. Col. Inf., and address was Lincolntown [Lincoln County], KY., in 1865. Small recovery can probably be made. Address Harvey Spalding & Sons, Washington, D.C.
WANTS TO FIND HIS MOTHER.-
Adam Webb, otherwise Adam Sisson, of
the Pacific Hotel, St. Joseph, Buchanan
county, Missouri, wants to find his mother.
He says:
"Information is wanted by me, Adam Sisson,
a mulatto son of George Sisson, white,
regarding the whereabouts of my mother,
Fanny Webb, a bright mulato [mulatto], aged about
fifty or fifty-five years, who formerly
lived in Virginia, on the Rappahannock
river, opposite the light-house, and was
owned by a Mr. Saunders; she was sold
to a slave trader named Dix, taken to
Richmond, Va., and again sold and taken
to Alabama about twenty-four years ago.
My sister, Fanny Elizabeth Webb, and
my brother, Alexander Webb, went
with my mother. They were both bright
mulatto color. I was taken from my
mother about twenty-nine years ago, and
taken to Clinton county, Missouri, by
James Newby and Samual Stonehan."
______________________
INFORMATION WANTED
_______
I would like to find my people. I
last saw my mother before the war.
Her name was Ara Abernathy. She
lived with Mrs. Susan Abernathy
who lived near Brunswick Co., C. H.,
Va. I had a brother Ben Abernathy,
who belonged to Henry Abernathy
and lived in Christian Co. A sister,
Fanny Abernathy who belonged to
Amanda Abernathy in Petersburg,
Va. She married Thomas Rowlett,
a tobacco dealer in Petersburg, Va.
One brother named Henry Abernathy.
Any information will be thankfully
received by:
PEYTON ABERNATHY,
Bloomington, Ill
DEAR EDITOR--- I desire to inquire
for my kin people. I left
them in Mississippi, near Columbus,
Calaway County. They belonged
to Mr. Parker, a lawyer. His wife's
name was Lizzie, they had three
children, one boy and two girls,
boy's name was Brooks, and girls,
Mary Ann and Sarah Ann. The
names of my kin people as follows.
Father's name was Aaron, and
mother's Malinda. She died before
I left. Father married again, his
last wife's name was Serilda.
There was seven brothers of us.
Beverley, oldest, Dave, Moses,
Harry, Eddie, Dickery, John Wesley,
my name. I have two more
brothers. Tucker, and Gilbert.
Gilbert fell in the fire. Have five
sisters; Mary, she is dead, Fannie,
Bettie, Easter, and America.
Two uncles, Dan and Dick. I was
sold to a Mr. Blum Phillips, who
brought me to Texas. Father's last
wife belonged to a Mr. Mack
Mcguire. It was in 1862. I will thank
any reader for information of their
whereabouts. Address me care of
Prof. Willis H. Jackson, Pattison
Station. Waller County, Texas.
JOHN WESLEY.
I am trying to find the where
abouts of my son, Willie Hodges
who left Spence, N. C., Augus
23, and when last heard of was in
Knoxville, Tenn. He is a very
small man, walks erect, and is a
railroad fireman ; when last seen
he was wearing a brown check suit,
had a K. of P. button on lapel of
coat, carried black suit and tan
shoes; his age is 40; complexion,
brow. Suitable reward to any one
writing me correctly of his where
abouts. Address Indian Hodges,
1406 South St., Portsmouth, Va.
I desire to find my two brothers
and sister London Walker, Alfred
Abner and Mary Jane Wrightsell
who were sold before the war.
We were owned by George Wright-
sell on Sandy Creek, Randolph
Co. N. C. Mary Jane was sold by
Fields Fox to Tom Sanders and ta
ken to New Orleans. London Wal-
ker was sold by Morris Ruth, Al-
bert Abner was sold by Riley
Wrightsell. Their father and
mother were Isham and Sylvina
Wrightsell. If such parties are
known or found, please address
Mrs. Isabella Young,
441 Orchard St.
New Haven, Conn.
I desire to find the whereabouts
of my people. I was born in North
Carolina, Rowan County, five miles
from Matville and twelve miles
from Saulsbury. My parents were
Jack and Hannah Hellard; they
belonged to George and Catherine
Hellard; I had one brother and two
sisters. Brother John was sold to
William Golden, who brought him
to Alabama; he was then sold to a
speculator named Heway. Sister
Jency married Harry Galloway;
Sister Flora belonged to Jessie
Hellard and was sold for debt. The
last time heard from, mother had
married again to one Benjamin
Garner. They had three children,
Ben, Milas, Calvin and Lucy Gar-
ner. Was sold from mother in 1839 to
Bill Haden, who brought me to
Alexandria in 1840 and from there
to Texas in 1841. My name was
Diana Hellard; it is now Diana
Johnson. Any information corcern-
ing any of the above named persons
will be thankfully received. Ad-
dress, Mrs. Diana Johnson, Galiad,
Galiad, Co., Texas.
I left my relatives in Virginia in
the days of slavery; I do not know
what county or place, their names
are as follows: Melvina, Maria,
Sam and myself, and all went by
the name of Sharp with the excep-
tion of Charles Gordon who be-
longed to a Mr. Stephen B. Swiney.
Any information concerning the
above named persons will be thank-
fully received by their sister and
daughter, Rachel Sharp, Dallas,
Texas. Address all letters in the
care of Rev. J. R. Carnes, 250 Leon-
ard Street, Dallas, Tex.
I left two sisters and a brother in Mad-
ison, N. C., right after the war and have
not seen them since nor heard from them
We were born in Madison, N. C. Our
mother's name was Nancy Seales. She
died leaving four children, two boys and
two girls and their names are: Lausom,
Caroline, Alfred (myself), and Jennie
Seales Any information as the the where-
abouts of any of these persons will be
thankfully received by their brother, Al
fred Seales, Box 508, Chatham, Ontario.
I will give as best I can the in-
formation wanted of the where-
abouts of Laura Young. Her
father's and mother's names are
Moses and Matilda Young. She
went North from Emanuel Co., Ga.,
with Mrs. Dr. C. Wadley, in 1870,
as servant. She left Mrs. Wadley's
services at Portsmouth, N H., in
1880. She has one sister, Amanda
Young. Address me at Rogers,
Ga.
C. B. BALDWIN.
IMFORMATION WANTED--Of
my mother. Her name is or was
Phoebe Ratlaft. She was in the
South during the war. She be-
longed to one Louis Helterlirant,
a Cherokee Indian, on or near
Grand River. Indian Territory. I
was an infant when she was run
South, and am her first child.
I heard from her once when she
was in Topeka, Kan., and went
from there to Oklahoma Ter. Any
information concerning her where-
abouts will be thankfully received
by her daughter Eda Ratlaft, but
now Eda Lowe of Parsons Kan.. in
care of Rev. J. R. Ransom, Pastor
of the A. M. E. Church.
IMFORMATION WANTED--Of my
daughter Mary Crofford. She left here
March, 1891 for Baltimore, Md. Any in-
formation of her whereabouts will be
thankfully received by her mother
CLARA JOHNACIN,
Care of Rev. W. H. Capehart,
1112 N. 5th St., Wilmington, N. C.
INFORMATION IS WANTED.--in
regard to Rev. G. T. Coleman, who was
pastor of the A. M E. church, at Fish
Dann circuit Union Co., S. C., in 1884.
Address, Louis B. Jeter, Sabbath School
Missionary, 19 Buckingham street, Bos-
ton, Mass.
INFORMATION W A N T E D--Mrs.
Charlotte Wade, originally from South
Carolina, is said to have moved near Lit
tle Rock, Ark. She is a member of the
A. M. E. church. Any information con
cerning her whereabouts will be kindly
received. Address G. W. Butts, Conway,
Ark.
INFORMATION W A N T E D.--Of
my brother, Perry Allen, his father was
George Allen, he is still living. Flora
Allen was his mother. He has a brother
living as Oakford. When last heard of
Perry was in Little Rock, Ark. Any in-
formation of his whereabouts will be
gladly received by his sister, Mary W.
Hunter, Beardstown, Perry county, Tenn.
INFORMATION WANTED
--Of my mother Christian Ann
Belgrove, of my brother Walter
Howard and sisters, Francis and
Margaret Belgrove, of my brother,
J. J. D. Pyle, of my Uncle John
Argard and daughters, Elizabeth
and Harriet Argard, of my Aunt
Jaminah and her children. Any
information of any of the above
named persons will be thankfully
received. Pastor of the A. M. E.
Church in the City of Bridgetown,
Barbadoes, British West Indies;
please inquire and address me at
Box 94, Waxahachie, Ellis County,
Texas, U. S. A. Respectfully,
W. D. F. PYLE.
INFORMATION WANTED
of my mother. Her name was Harriet
Wicks, and her husband's name was Wiate
Wicks. They belonged to a man named
Kadolsonac, in Louisiana, Jackson Parish I
had a brother named Solomon Wicks. My
name is Benjamin Wicks, now called Ben-
jamin Jackson. I left there in 1862. Please
write in care Rev. Wm. II. Yeocum, 25
Beacon street, Providence, R. I.
INFORMATION WANTED
Of my people whom I left in the year of 1864.
My mother and oldest brother moved to
St. Louis, Mo., and left me in Helena, Arkan-
sas with my aunt Carolina, whom I left in
1864, and followed the 13th Illinois Infantry
until they were mustered out and came to
Illinois with them. My mother's first name
is Amanda, and my brother's first name is
Walter. I had another brother by the name
of Augustus whom we left in Tennessee.
My name is Thomas Brown, I was named
after my owner. All of the divines will con-
fer a great favor upon me by making diligent
inquiries for the whereabouts of the hereto-
fore named persons.
Address Thomas H. Brown. Box 113,
Vincennes, Ind.
INFORMATION WANTED
Tabitha Robinson enquires for her son, Robert
McClung, I resided in Huntsville Montgomery
Co. Mississippi, during the war, have not heard
from him since, am aexious [anxious] to learn of his
wherebouts. His Mother
Anna Brown,
Miami Co. Indiana.
INFORMATION WANTED --
Any one knowing the whereabouts
of Orderly-Sargeant Peter R. Laws,
of Company I, 55th Massachusette
Volunteers, and Sargeant James H.
Matthew of the same company, will
kindly forward information to J. T .
Rex, 15 Veasey Street, Newark,
N. J. The matter is important to
them.
INFORMATION WANTED of
Laura Collins of Leesburg Co., Va.
She was owned by James Thomas.
She ran away during the war. Her
mother's name was Ann Collins.
She belonged to Dr. Edwards of
Leesburg Co. I heard she was in
Canada, Ont. She is married but I
don't know her marriage name is.
Any information of her whereabouts
will be thankfully received by her
neice, Lizzie Collins, 320 S. Juniper
St., Philadelphia, Pa. Ministers in
Canada will please read this to their
congregations.
INFORMATION WANTED of
Moses Timstol, who was born in
Essex county, Va., and who was
sold to Mr. Harden, in Nashville,
Tenn., by Mrs. Kittie McCoo. Di-
rect your letters to Mrs. Elizabeth
Fauntroy, 1031 Winton St., Phila-
delphia, Pa.
INFORMATION WANTED Of
my father and uncle. My father's
name is Henry Washington. My
uncle's name is Joseph. They were
sold for some chestnuts forty years
ago from the estate of Andrew
Mills on John's Island, S. C.
Please address, Joseph Washington,
Lincolnville, S. C.
INFORMATION WANTED OF
my father, Thomas Carter, who
left Louisburg, W. Va., about the
fourth year of the war, 1864. He
belonged to Ben Thompson at
Kanawha, W. Va. I am his daught-
er, Ann Wright. My name was
Ann Carter. Address
Rev. John T. Schofield,
Box 105 Bedford, Va.
INFORMATION WANTED of a woman
by the name of Jennie, who was sold by
John Hockenhull, of Dorsenville, Dorsen
Co . Georgia, to a man by the name of
Jack Nickols, a slave-trader. He sold her
next to Doctor Hill of Mobile, Ala , a lit
tle while before the war. Any informa-
tion respecting her will be thankfully re
ceived by her son who belonged to the
same John Hockenhull.
ALEXANDER PASCO,
No 24 Tyler Street, Patterson.
Alabama and Georgia Ministers will
please favor me by inquiring for my poor
old Mother.
jan 8 1m
Information wanted of Allen
Dean, who left here some time ago
and settled in Tennessee for a num-
ber of years, then went to Missis-
sippi. His son's name was Tobe
Gilliband. He had several girls.
Tobe, the old man, is my father.
My mother's name is Mariah Gilli
band, and my sister's name is
Mary. Parties named will greatly
oblige by notifying the undersigned,
Rev. V. G. Longshre, Fountain
Inn, S. C.
Information wanted of Andrew
Smith. He was a native of Cum-
berland county, N. C. When last
hear from he was in Idaho, Cum-
berland county, N, C., he is a
nephew of mine. His uncle hear [here]
answered to the name of Lott
Williams, and belonged to Will-
iams. Robert Henderson.
Information Wanted of Ann Roscoe, for-
merly lived near Gallatin, Tenn. Belonged
to a Mr. Patton, but was purchased by Thos.
Roscoe, was left with a trader named John
Taylor, who is said to have sold her to South
Carolina. Please address her daughter,
Amanda Allison, formerly Amanda Shaw,
No. 35 North High St., Nashville, care of
Daniel F. Carter.
Information wanted of Annie
Brown, daughter of Nelse and Fro-
nie Sims, Any information will
gladly be received by her brother
James Sims, 332 East Madison St.,
Danville, Illinois.
Information wanted of Anthony
Oates, son of Felix and Jane Oates
Had a brother named George
Washington Oates: sisters Rosetta,
Joannan and Mary Jane. Live on
Dave Oates' farm located on Big
Bear Creek, Franklin, Ala. Any
information will be thankfully re-
ceived. Address, Mrs. Jane Fri-
son, 258 Ann Street, Elgin, Ill.
INFORMATION WANTED OF any
soldier or soldiers who served in Compa-
ny G, 10th U. S. Calvary between the
years 1872 and 1877. This is a very im-
portant matter, and you will do me the
kindness to write me at once at Tyler,
Tex., N. Gregg Street, A. M. E. Church.
Winfield S. Johnson, known as W. S.
Johnson. I served 5 years in Company
G, 10th U. S. Calvary.
Information wanted of Augustus
J. Johnson, a young man formerly
of North Carolina. The last time
his friends heard from him was in
1897, at which time he was in
Baltimore, Md., and left there to
go to Philadelphia, Pa. The young
man will learn something to his
advantage by writing to the
addresses given below. Any infor
mation concerning him will be
thankfully received by his uncle,
Rev. C E. W. Johnson, Glen
Alpine, N. C., or Rev. L. S.
Flagg, 2722 O St., N. W. Wash-
ington, D. C.
Information wanted of Ben
Wright. His grandmother's name
is Pleasant Wright. When last
heard from, which was eight years
ago, he was in Nashville, Tenn. I
am informed that he is a Baptist
preacher. Any Information will
be gladly received by his uncle,
Thomas Wright, Lyons station,
Coahoma county, Miss.
Information wanted of Corener
Sims, whose maiden name was Cor-
ener Morton. She is the wife of
Henson Sims. Any information
will be gladly received by her moth-
er Mrs. Bale Morton. 1211 N. 8th
St., East St. Louis, Illinois.
Information wanted of Eveline
Jone Drew, my mother, who about
eleven years ago lived in Duffield,
near Thannadoah junction, West
Virginia. When last heard from,
about four years ago, she lived in
Pittsburg, Pa. My father's name
was Addison Drew. My brother
Richard Beale, and my sister, Ma-
haley Anne Carter, also lived in
Pittsburg. My maiden name was
Mary Jane Drew. I married Jonas
Coleman and lived in Baltimore
about twelve years ago, when my
mother wrote me. I have since
married Mr. Adam Burnett. I am
sick in bed and the doctor says I
cannot get well, therefore I desire
to see my people before dying.
Any information enabling me to
communicate with my mother,
Eveline Jones Drew, or my brother,
Richard Beals, or my sister,, Ma-
haley Anne Carter, will bestow a
very great favor upon a sick wo-
man, Mrs. Mary Jane Drew Cole-
man Burnett, 623 S. Clasion St.,
Philadelphia, Pa.
Information wanted of George Myers and
Mary Myers, who are my father and mother,
and George Myers, Jr., Miles Myers and
Jane Myers, my brothers and sister, former-
ly of Charleston, Mo. They left Missouri
in the fall of 1861, and came to Columbus,
Ky., where they remained a short time, and
from there they came to Cincinnati, Ohio,
and the last time they were heard of they
were situated somewhere near Dayton,
Ohio.
Any information in regard to any or all
of the above persons, will be thankfully re-
ceived by their son and brother,
ISRAEL MYERS,
Who is now attending school in Oberlin,
Ohio. aprl13-3t
Information wanted of Henry
Davis, formerly of Roanoke City,
Va., who went to Braddock, Pa.,
and from there it is not known.
Any information of him will be
gladly rewarded by notifying his
parents, Mr. and Mrs. Richard
Davis, 219 9th Ave., N. E., Roa-
noke City, Va.
Information wanted of Henry
Kirk my half brother, whose sur-
name was that of his owner, before
the war. His correct name is Henry
Neal. I wish also to know of Man-
uel Neal and Charles Neal. Jane
Neal was taken off by Nick Buchan
an, her owner. Jerry Neal was taken
away by Henry Woods, his owner.
The last time I saw my mother
Allie Kirk was 6 months before
emancipation time. She was in
Union, Ga. I was born near Griffin,
Ga., in Pika Co. I was taken away
by Frank Scoogan to Herd Co. Ga,
where I remained until freedom and
then went to Texas. Any informa-
tion of the above parties will be
greatly appreciated by Samuel
Neal, Belleville, Texas.
Information wanted of Henry,
Patrick, Parilee, Charity and Agnes
Jackson and my mother, Sarah
Jackson of Vursales, Rutherford
Co., Tenn., they used to belong to
William Jackson, when last heard
from they lived near Triune, Tenn.
My name was Delia Jackson, my
name is now Delia Miller. I live
at Wabbaseka, Jefferson county,
Ark. Anyone giving information
will receive my highest regards
INFORMATION WANTED of J. C.
Fields Any one knowing his whereabouts
will please communicate with F. Fields,
1702 Lombard Street. 2 m.
Information wanted of James Mabra, for-
merly of Petersburg, Va. by his brother
Wm. Mabra,
1066 Rodman St.
Phila, Pa.
Information wanted of John
Wesley Dawsey, born in Low Mal-
ler, Maryland. Sold at 6 years
from his parents, Nelson and Milla
Dawsey.
Any information concerning the
above will be gladly received by
Mrs. Milla Dawsey, 262 Lexing-
ton Street, East Boston, Mass.
Information wanted of John Mc
Eachern, aged about 35. he left
Homer, S. C., Marion county, ten
years ago and went to Florida, and
I received unreliable information
that he had been killed in Florida.
Ministers in Georgia, Florida and
Alabama please read to their con-
gregations. Any information of
him will be liberally rewarded by
his brother, W. D. McEachern,
Homer, Marion county, S. C.
Information wanted of Jonas A.
Jackson. His father's name is Jo-
nas A. Jackson, and his mother's
name is Winnie Jackson. All for-
merly belonged to James A. Gains,
of Scott co., Ky. Any information
of his whereabouts will be gladly
received by his brother, Noah H.
Jackson, 68 Correll st., Lexington,
Ky.
Information wanted of Levi
Howard, my brother ; he went to
Texas with a Mr. Cox several
years ago, and the last time I heard
from him he was in Galveston,
Texas. Information will be gladly
received by his brother, Charley
Howard, Griffin, Ga., care Rev. J.
A. Lindsay.
Information wanted of Lewis
Kelley, who belonged to Joseph
Brooks, Bullitt Co., Ky., and at his
death be became the property of
Neal Brooks, the son, He became
the husband of Chloe Brooks, who
belonged to Joseph Brooks. She
died many years ago. From their
union five children were born; Lew-
is, Mary, Minerva, Martha and
Millie. Anyone knowing anything
of his whereabouts will please com-
municate to 439 West St., Camden,
N. J. J. E. J.
Information wanted of Lizzie
Carroll, who is my mother. Her
husband was David Carroll. I have
two brothers: Jim and George Car-
roll, and a sister whose name is
Mandy Pigee; her husband is Louis
Pigee, and a sister by the name of
Dorah Carroll. When last heard of
they were living at Hot Springs,
Ark. Any information concerning
them will be thankfully received
by Henry Carroll. I am often called
"Bud" Carroll. Address me at
Wagoner P. O., Creek Nation, In-
dian Territory.
Information wanted of Lucinda
Rowe. I have not heard from her
for several years. I will fee any
person giving the desired informa-
tion. Daniel G. Rowe, 25 Pros-
pect Place, East Orange, N. J.
INFORMATION WANTED of Margaret
A., Charles H., James A. and George R. Gun-
nells, children of Allen and Kitty Gunnells,
formerly slaves of George E. Reed, a copper-
smith in Winchester, Va., Any information
of the above will be thankfully received by
Mrs. Eaa Francis, 8 Burton St., Salem Mass.
Information wanted of Mary
Kinsey, Windsor Loften, Esseck
Kinsey, and Tena Kinsey. They
were former slaves of Walter Dunn
of Kingston, N. C. Any one re-
cognizing any of the parties named
will greatly oblige by notifying the
undersigned, Violet Kinsey, 112 S.
20 St. Philadelphia
Information wanted of Mary Ann
and Nicodemus Johnston. When last heard
from they were in Germantown, Philadel-
phia, Pa. Address Wm. Johnston, Corp.
Co. "H" 38th Infantry, Fort McRae, New
Mexico. tf
Information wanted of Melissa and Amelia
Walker, formerly owned by Richard Chris-
tian, and sold to Dr. Booz, of Am [rest unclear] Also
of my children, Waverly Johnson, Archie
Wootson, Alick Johnson, William Wootson,
and Chloe Wootson, formerly owned by Mr
Christian, of Amelia, Va. and sold in Rich-
mond at different times. Ministers will con-
fer a favor upon a sorrowing mother by
reading this notice in their congregations
Address Melinda Smith
Care of Whitall Tatum & Co Milville,
New Jersey
May 4th, 1867 - 1t
Information wanted of Miss
Tamar Reynolds. When laat heard
from she lived at 2126 Pryon St.,
Philadelphia, Feb 28, 1804. Since
then I heard she was at the Here-
ford House, Anglesea, N J. A
word of information will be highly
valued by her brother, F. W. Wells
Beaufort, S. C.
Information wanted of Moses
Marlow or Howard, who belonged
to John Howard in Leflore county,
near Smith Mill, and about nine
miles from Greenwood, Miss. His
mother was Ersia Howard. His
father was Matthew Howard.
His mother had three sisters: Jane
Pierson, Silva House, Clarenda
Miller, and two brothers: Louls
Moore and Robert Moore. Mrs.
Clarenda Miller is the mother of
the writer, Ersia Jurault, of Wha-
ley, Miss. Ministers at Vicksburg
please read to congregations.
Information wanted of Mrs. Ben-
nie Jokko, formerly a Mrs. Rev.
Lampkins of San Marcos, Texas.
Any one knowing of her where-
abouts and will drop a card to her
mother Mrs. Charlotte Williams,
San Marcos, Tex., will have her
gratitude and prayers.
Information wanted of my
brother. Have not seen him for
nineteen years or more, eight or
ten years since I heard from him.
He belonged to the M. E. Church,
was a preacher in the same. Our
father's name was Thomas Farris,
mother, Rebecca Farris, lived in
Belleman, Westmoreland Co., Pa.
The last I heard of him, he
preached in Lake Forrest, Ind.
Any information will be gladly re-
ceived by his brother.
A. A. C. Farris,
128 W. Mable St.
Columbia, O.
Information wanted of my
daughter, Mary Eliza Jackson
When last heard of she was in Mo-
bile, Ala. The last letter received
from her was in March, 1899. My
name is Looky Jackson. Any infor-
mation will be gladly received. P.
O. address is Cartersville, Ga.
care of Rev. A. J. Wilkerson.
INFORMATION WANTED of my
Father His name Warren Copeland.
He left me at Suffolk Va., Nansemond
County, about 38 years ago, and went to
Florida. My address is 617 Griffin street,
Portsmouth, Va, Solomon M. G. Cope-
land.
INFORMATION wanted of my
father--Frank. He used to belong
to Anthony White, of Sumter, S. C.,
and was sold away to Alabama. His
father's name was Sam and he lived
at White's Mill in Sumter county.
Address his son, Samson Burroughs,
Sumter, S. C.
INFORMATION WANTED of my
mother. Her name is Hannah Green and
my father's name was Alpha Green. I
left them when a girl; was sold to Joe
Pleasant and he took me to Arkansas and
I have never heard of them since. My
name is Eliza Wheeler.
Pine Bluff, Ark.
INFORMATION WANTED of my
relatives to the Dash Estate. Dash died
when we were children. Mother's name
was Fanny ; father's name was Samuel.
The five oldest children were Belvia, Min-
nie, Archie. Silas and Samuel We were
bound out for 14 years ; we are natives of
South Carolina, born in Orangeburg
County. I came away before the war
Any information will be gladly received.
Write to Silas Redman, 18 Gana Street,
Cincinnati. O.
INFORMATION WANTED of my
son, William Branan, and my daughter
Mary Branan, who, sometime before the
war was sold to Ben Branan in Texas
who thereafter moved to Tennessee and
my son and daughter with them. Nothing
has been heard of them since. We all,
before the separation in Texas, belonged
to Jonathan Fine, hence the change of
their names from Fine to Branan after the
selling took place. Address Sallie Fine,
Mound City, Kansas.
Information wanted of my Aunt.
Father had a sister and three broth
ers in all. John O'Neil, Max
O'Neil and Morris Martin; Sister
Anna O'Neil was sold in Virginia,
and they brought us to Florida.
Any one knowing her whereabouts
will please address, Mrs. Mary J
Davis; I am John O'Neil's daugh
ter, married now, 110 Kay street,
Tampa, Fla.
Information wanted of my both-
ers, John Jefferson and Alfred Clark.
I have not heard from them
since 1882, and would be glad for
any information concerning them.
I would be please to have the
ministers of Louisiana read this
from their pulpits. Sam Clark.
Information wanted of my bro-
ther, Rev. W. E. Edwards. He was
transferred in 1895 to Arkansas,
since which time I learned he was
in Tenn. In fact I received a let-
ter from him in 1898, at which
time he was in the Tennessee con-
ference, and have heard from him
since. Any information will be
gladly received by his mother and
brothers. His three children are
also anxious It has been reported
that he was dead.
W. H. Edwards, pastor Harri-
son station, A. M. E. Church, Box
83, Miss.
Information wanted of my broth
ers, Gadson Jones and Henry Jones,
who were sons of Nelson and Re-
becca Jones Gadson Jones, when
last heard of was in Cincinnati, O.,
and Henry Jones when last heard
of was in Winchester, Ky. Any
information will be gladly received
by their brother.
NATHANIEL G. JONES,
Winnsboro, S. C.
Information wanted of my broth-
er and sister Elmund and Silvia
Huntly whom I left in Corbarras [Cabarrus]
Co., North Carolina 26 years ago.
Any information of their wherea-
bouts will be thankfully received
by George Huntly, Lyons Sta.,
Coahoma Co., Miss.
Information wanted of my broth-
er and sister, both of whom I have
not seen for thirteen years. My
brother's name is Jes Butler; my
sister's name is Louisa Butler. My
mother was Harriet Butler. We
were born in Mason county, Mo.,
near Woodville, in 1863, and went
to Mason City, Mo., and remained
there until near mother's death,
which occurred at St. Joseph, Mo.,
during Rev. P. A. Hubbard's ad-
ministration there, at which place I
saw my brother and sister for the
last time. Any information of
them will be gladly received by J.
H. Smith, Box 45, Buda, Tex.
Information wanted of my broth-
er and two sisters, Wesley, Caroline
and 'Mandy. Father's name was
Judge Hill. We belonged to a man
whose name was Judge Hill. We
were seperated in 1867, the last I
heard of Wesley he was in Tennes-
see. We left Caroline and 'Mandy
in Georgia. Any information con-
cerning them will be gladly re-
ceived by their brethren. Address
me at Wabbasekfi, Ark.
D. L Hill.
Information wanted of my broth-
er, Frank Staples. He was cap-
tured at Staples Quarters in Pat-
rick county, Va., in the last year
of the civil war. When last heard
of he was in Nashville, Tenn.
Any information please inform
Walter F. Staples, or Rev. J. E.
Jackson, Guilford Cottage, N. C.
Information wanted of my broth-
er, Jack Noble; my mother, Rachel
Noble; my father, Sanks Noble.
My sisters' names are Emma,
Annie and Louvisa Noble. The
name of my uncle is Peter Janck.
Formerly we belonged to George
Anderson. Any information is gladly
received by Mrs. Louvisa G[rest unclear],
Dalie Post Office, Beaufort, S. C.
Information wanted of my broth-
er, Older Butler. When last heard
of he was in Greenville, S. C.
My sister's name was Laura Butler.
I left home in 1876. Address me,
S. B. Butler, Ocala, Fla.
Information wanted of my broth-
er, Rev. James W. S. Sheppard,
formerly a member of the North
Carolina Conference A. M. E.
Church. He left home in Novem-
ber, 1898, the same month of the
riot; to meet conference, which
met at Warrenton, N. C., but did
not reach there, and has not been
heard of since. His wife, Serena,
lives at Kinston, N. C., where he
pastored the year before the riot.
He also left two sons--Charles and
Titus. Titus has since died. Any
information of him will be gladly
received. Address, Rev. M. B.
Sheppard, Winston, Salem, N. C.
Information wanted of my broth-
er, Rev. Thos. Collins, whose home
was in St. Louis, Mo His mother,
Sarah Collins, lives in that city at
2609 Morgan St. Any information
of his whereabouts will be gladly
received by his brother, James S.
Collins, Butte, Montana.
Information wanted of my broth-
ers Washington, James, Joseph,
Henry and Lafayette Bond, who
were the sons of Moses and Lina
Bond, and brother to Milla Bond,
who later became Milla Dawsey.
All were born in the family of Dan-
iel Kent, Calvert County, Maryland.
Information wanted of John
Wesley Dawsey, born in Low Mal-
ler, Maryland. Sold at 6 years
from his parents, Nelson and Milla
Dawsey.
Any information concerning the
above will be gladly received by
Mrs. Milla Dawsey, 262 Lexing-
ton Street, East Boston, Mass.
Information wanted of my broth-
ers, Sydney and Nelce Terrell.
When last heard from Nelce was
in Fayett county, Tex. I learn
that Sydney is a Methodist preach
er, and was in Columbus, Texas,
two or three years ago. Father's
name is Major Terrell. Any in-
formtion will be gladly received.
Address Georgia Irvin, 225 Cactus
San Antonio, Tex.
Information wanted of my brothers
and sister, namely : Andrew, Wes-
ley, Alex and Rosy; their mother's
name was Elizabeth Aulston, near
Louisburg, Tenn. Their father's
name is Alexander Hill, who lives
at St. Charles, Ark.; he formerly
belonged to John R. Hill, who was
once sheriff of Marshall County,
Tenn. Any information leading to
their whereabouts will be gladly
received by A. A. Hill, pastor of
St. Andrews Chapel, Clarendon,
Ark., or Rev. P. S. Hill, Altheimer,
Ark.
Information wanted of my brothers. I
left them in the State of Kentucky in
1847 Our father and mother were named
Willis and Rachel Logan. My brother
were named Fielding, Jackson, Fleming,
David, Willis and Ben Logan. We had
six sisters and nine brothers. I would be
glad to hear from one of them. My name
is Darius Logan, a minster of the A. M
E church Address me at 913 Marshall
street, Shreveport, La. Rev. Darius Lo-
gan.
INFORMATION Wanted of my chil-
dren--three daughters--namely Paralee
Emily, Ellen, Spikes. Paralee died in
Florida, but the last account of Emily
and Ellen they were living in Columbus,
Ga., and Emily was in Alabama and was
last seen by Green Spike. Any infor-
mation will be thankfully received by me
their one-eyed father,
EDMOND SPIKES,
Stanfordville, Ga.
Information wanted of my cousin
Richard E. Woods. When last
heard from he was living on 100
West 88th Street, New York City,
N. Y. Any information of his
whereabouts will be kindly re
ceived by Rev. A. K. Woods,
Summertown, Ga.
INFORMATION WANTED of my daughter
Lydia Tirley who was taken from Lex-
ington, Ky., and nineteen years ago and
placed in the yard of Forrest the Trader,
who sold her to a man be the name of
Dick Fily, somewhere in Tennessee. Also,
my daughter Miley A. Tirley, sold from
the same yard, known as Forrest's Traders
Yard, in Memphis, Tenn., to a man by the
name of Billy Perkins, in the State of
Louisiana. Also my son Samuel Tirley,
sold from the same place in the same year
to a man be the name of Robert Sanders,
at Holly Springs, Miss.
Since then I have heard nothing of them,
but if this should meet the notice of either
or all of these my children, or any person
who may know anything about them they
will confer a great favor by addressing me,
their aged mother,
NELLIE HARBOLD,
No. 216 Spring Street, Milwaukee, Wis.
Care of Lewis Hughs.
N. B.--I was formerly owned by the
Chambers family in Kentucky.
june26-3m.
Information wanted of my daughter Mrs.
Lizzie Owens, (formerly Friow,) of Milton,
N. C. Mrs. Owens was formerly owned by
Jarvis Friow, of Milton, where her parents
still reside. Any one knowing anything of
her whereabouts will confer a great kind-
ness by addressing her anxious mother,
LUCY FRION,
Milton, N. C.
P. S.--Ministers will confer a great favor
by reading this notice to their congrega-
tions. L. F.
Information wanted of my daughter,
Maria Francis Wicher ; she was owned by
the widow Polly Wicher, who lived near
the Red Sulphur Springs, between Centre-
ville and Peterstown, Monroe county, Va.
Any one knowing of the whereabouts of
said person, or that of Amy Wicher, will
confer a great favor by writing me in care
of Rev. W. H. Hunter, Pittsburg, Pa.
EDIE WICHER,
aug28-2m Pittsburg, Pa.
Information wanted of my fath
er and his three brother and four
sisters. Father's name was John
H. Annin; his brothers were Jacob,
Henry and Charles Annin. His
sisters were Ellen, Charlotte,
Sarah and Lydia Annin. My
father's family consisted of two
girls and one boy. When I last
saw my folks they lived on Wash-
ington Street, Hoboken, N. J. My
former name was Lydia M. Annin,
but now it is Lydia Milton. Any
information concerning the where
abouts will be thankfully received
Address Mrs. M. Milton, 51 E.
Sharp street, Kokomo, Ind.
Information wanted of my fath-
er's sister, Mary. His name is
Aaron and his father's name was
Peter. He belonged to John
Corethes. My father had two broth-
ers Peter and Henry. He came
from South Carolina, Union Co.
Father is living in the same county
that I am. Mother wants the
whereabouts of her sisters, Liza
Steel, Sarah Lingo and Harriet Sad-
lier Any information will be glad-
ly received by Hattie Taylor, Belt,
Quitman Co, Miss.
Information wanted of my fath-
er, mother, sisters and brothers.
Father's name was Spring Hayes.
Mother was Charity Hayes. My
brothers were Robert, Sam, Will,
[unclear], Julian. Sister's name was
Dianna Hayes. My grandmother's name
was Kate Hayes, and grand-
father's name was Caesar Finch.
My father belonged to James
Hayes, and my mother belonged to
Suckie Hayes, at Washingbo[rest unclear],
Va. Julius Hayes was the young-
est son. I was brought to this
country by a Negro trader named
Henry Tueker. I was named af-
ter my old master, James Hayes.
Any information of them will be
gladly received and rewarded.
Please address: Rev, I J. Roberts,
or in care of Rev, E. J. Roberts,
Valdisto, Ga., Lowndes county.
Information wanted of my father
and mother, whose names were
Jacob and Mary Hughs. Their
children were Isabella, Pursey,
Perry, Martha, Georgianna and
Jack Hughs. My name is Jack
Hughs, their son. I left them in
1872 at Hot Springs, Ark. Any
information as to their whereabouts
will be thankfully received. Ad-
dress me at Bonita, La., care of
Rev. J. W. Lampton, pastor A. M.
E. Church.
Information wanted of my father and
mother, Joshua and Susan Bundy Lawson,
of Fredericksburg, Va.; they resided there
in 1860, they formerly belonged to Mont
gomery Slaughter, or at that time. Also
of my grandfather and mother, Armsted
and Nancy Bundy ; they belonged to a Mrs.
Lane of Culpepper County, Va. Any infor-
mation of any or all of them, will be happily
received by their daughter and grand-
daughter, Ella Lawson, 406 South 7th street,
Philadelphia.
Information wanted of my father,
George Cross; when last heard of
he was in St. Louis, Mo., fifteen
years ago. My mother's name is
Jane Alexander. Any information
will be gladly received by his son
Henry Alexander, Killen, Ala.
Information wanted of my grand
father, grandmother, uncle and
aunts. My grandmother name was
Rilda Rankins and grandfather's
name was Randel Rankins, they be
longed to David Rankins, they lived
in Jasper, Tenn., Marion Co.,
when my mother left them, she
had a brother by the name of John
Rankins, now M. C. Wells. I
have been recently informed that
my grandmother is living in Mur
freeboro, Tenn. My mother the
daughter of Rilda and Randel
Rankins, was given to George
Stublefield, who married the
daughter of David Rankins and my
mother sold to a speculator by the
name of Jerry Wilson. My mother
had several sisters whose names
are as follows: Emeline, Lily and
Phoebe, my mother name is Jane
Knox. Any information leading
to their whereabouts will be thank
fully received. Pastors will please
read this to their congregations.
Address A. R. Rimawr, Kosciusko
Miss.
Information wanted of my kin
dred. My mother, Nany Arnold,
lived in Coweta County, Ga. She
was owned by Jim Arnold of said
county. My father Daniel Harris
belonged to a Mr. Harris. There
were seven children in our family.
I was the only boy Daniel. My
sisters were Harriet, Francis, Ade-
line, Emily, Betsy Ann and Jane.
Francis died many years ago. I
have not seen or heard from any
of them since the Rebellion. Any
information concerning any of
them will be kindly received by
Daniel Harris, Holliday, Kans.
Information wanted of my mo her [mother], E [unclear] V [unclear] and
two children Morris and Eliza. My mother formerly
belonged to Judge Willis. When last heard from they
were in Lawrence Co , Mississippi. Address
MARIA ROBINSON, Care of A. M. E. Church. Waco,
Texas.
Information wanted of my moth
er's people. She came from Peters
burg, Va., and her name was Millie
Rese. Her father's name was
Egelson (Major Rese); he belonged
to James Pace. Her mother be-
longed to Mrs. Dr. Strong. My
mother was sold to Mrs. George
Davis by Quinn Moten. She had
four sisters named: Eliza, Sallie
Polly and Bertha Rese. Any im-
formation concerning them will be
gladly received by Mrs. Eliza Pow-
ell, 133 1/2 Homachitta St., Natchez
Miss.
Information wanted of my moth
er, Clarsey Jermon. Her husband's
name was Anson Jermon; they
formerly belonged to John and Tom
Matthew, who lived on Beth River,
La. I have two brothers and one
sister, Simon, Tom and Adaline
Jermon. I am a minister of the
South Arkansas Conference. Any
information concerning the above
named persons will be thankfully
received by Benjamin Jermon, pas-
tor Montongo Circuit A. M. E.
Church.
Information wanted of my moth
er, Jane Fields When I left Jeffersonville,
Ky., my mother had a
number of children. I do not remember
the name of any but Jack,
Gabe, Sallie and Rebecca Fields.
I was brought from Jeffersonville,
Ky to Sherman, Tex., by my own
er, John Field, Jr. The rest of my
family belonged to his father, John
Field. My name at that time was
Mary Ann Harris. Any information
of said people will be gladly
received by Mary Ann Harris, 206
Field Street, Jacksonville, Fla.
Information wanted of my moth-
er, Sarah Nichols ; my brother Neal
Nichols, and my Sister, Conenles
Nichols, who were owned by a Mr.
Bob Fairley, at Richmond, Va. I
was sold from my mother during
the war to a man in North Carolina
by the name of McFailes My old
family name was Hannah Nichols.
Any information of their where
abouts will be thankfully received.
Address, Hannah Neals, South
McAlister, I. T. [South McAlester
(after 1885), Indian Territory]
Information wanted of my moth-
er, Sarah Nichols; my brother Neal
Nichols, and my Sister, Conenles
Nichols, who were owned by a Mr.
Bob Fairley, at Richmond, Va. I
was sold from my mother during
the war to a man in North Carolina
by the name of McFailes. My old
family name was Hannah Nichols
Any information of their where
abouts will be thankfully received.
Address, Hannah Neals, South
McAlister, I. T.
Information wanted of my moth-
er. Her maiden name was Henri-
etta Chase, she was raised about
Hagaarstown, Md., afterward went
to Harrisburg, Pa. She was once
married to George Brown, when
last heard of she was married again
and lives somewhere about New
Jersey. Any information concern-
ing the same will be gladly re-
ceived. Address Wm. Robinson,
Shippenburg, Pa.
Information wanted of my mother
Eliza Long, my brother and sister George
and Charlotte Long, and my uncle Dock,
all of whom were slaves in Jackson, Mis-
sissippi to the same master: my uncle Ter
ma and aunts Patience and Rosa who
were slaves to Mr. Scruggs and Mr.
Thompson.
When I last heard of my mother she
had been sold to Louisiana, the rest of the
family were at Jackson. Any information
of the above persons will be thankfully
received by an anxious daughter and
niece, Mary Long.
Address answers to the above inquiry
to
MARY LONG,
Milwaukee, Wisconsin
care Rev. C. S. Jacobs, 327 Cedar Street.
(Ministers will please read the above
care in their congregations.) dec11 3m.
Information wanted of My mother Chrisse
Young, father, Maderson Young, Grand-
mother, Charity Young, brother, Frank
Young. My mother belonged to a man
named Geo. Lancaster. He lived in Charles
county, Md., near Newport. My father be-
longed to a man named William Penn. My
grandmother also belonged to Geo. Lancas-
ter Any one giving information please di-
rect to J. W. Brooks. My name is William
Henry Young. I left them about twenty
years ago.
Information wanted of my peo-
ple Caleb, Walter and Peter Brid-
get, Katie Smith, Emeline Watson
Hilliard Amos or Henderson and
Skidsome Pointer. When last
heard from were about thirty miles
west of Vicksburg, Miss., in the
State of Louisiana. Father's name
was Billie Bridget, mother's name
was Sukey Bridget. 6 mo.
Servado, O. T.
Information wanted of my peo-
ple, whose names were Lizzie and
Joe Swann. My owner's name
was Billy Fliroy, who married
Mary Clay, for whom I nursed two
children--Clarance and Oscar. My
name was Lucy Ann Swann; I
went by the name of father. I had
two aunts whom I remember, Tabie
Clay and Maria Clay, belonging to
John Clay. Bill Fliroy was a tax
collector and sold me to make up
his tax account. My mother had
two children when I was sold--
Thomas and myself. Thomas
was a carriage driver for Mary Fliroy;
I was a nurse. My mother was a
dark woman and was known as
"Black Indian;" she had very
long course black hair. Father
was a red man; wore his hair long
and worked at a place called the
"Pits" at the time I was sold. Any
one having any information of them
will please address, Rev. J. L.
Moore, Box 676, St. Augustine,
Fla.
Information wanted of my peo-
ple. My mother was sold from me
when I could but crawl. She be-
longed to Jim Finley in Dade Co.,
Mo. I had two sisters and two
brothers Mother's name was
Sicler Finley. When sold she was
taken to Arkansaw. At the age of
three years Jim Finley's father gave
me to Dave Long's wife. I never
saw any of my people. I was about
39 years old last March and am
married and living at Panama,
Vernon Co., Mo. My name is
Mary Delaney; it used to be Mary
Long. Address me at Postoffice:
Panama, Vernon county, Mo.
Information wanted of my people. My
mother, Rosa Donal, two brothers, Green
and [unclear] Donal and one sister Mary
Donal. They left Abbeville, S C., with
their master, Jack Donal, a few years be
fore the war to go to Cross county, Ga
Address Harriet Lee, formerly Harriet
Lawson, care Rev. C. H C [unclear] les, Hamp-
ton, Miss.
Information wanted of my rela-
tives. I was born in Newberry,
S. C., on "Broad river." My
mother was named Mary and she
belonged to one George Miller;
Mother and two boys, "Ned" and
"Press," were put in jail in New-
berry. Mother's husband was
named Bob Dawkins, and he got
Mr. William Lowe to buy her out
of jail. We then moved to Spar-
tanburg district and from there to
Georgia; this was about fifty years
ago. Mother had a brother named
Albert and when last heard from
he was living near Greenville, S.
C.; Mother's sister had one son
named "Ad." Information will
be gladly received by "Press" Low,
Marietta. Ga., care Rev. J. A.
Lindsay. [Ministers in and near
the above mentioned places please
enquire.
Information wanted of my sis
ter, Amanda McClain, daughter of
Eliza and Ruben Thomason. She
was born in Lincoln county, Tenn.
I was separated from her in Gib-
son county, Tenn., to go to Law-
rence, Tenn., with white people to
whom we belonged. Amanda
went as a nurse in 1860. There
are eight children of us, and our
parents are dead. Brothers names
are Clark Phillips and William
Phillips. Will ministers and others
inquire and communicate with me:
Mrs. Mary McClain nee Lewis, 753
Austin Ave., Chicago, Ill.
Information wanted of my sis
ter, Anna Eliza Pitts. The last I
heard of her she was in Greenfield,
Conn. Father's name, John Pitts;
mother's name, Peggie Pitts. Any
information of her whereabouts
will be very thankfully received
by her sister, Sallie Mapp, Bridge-
town, Va.
Information wanted of my sis-
ter, Mrs. Jennie Turner ; the last
time I heard of her she was in
Hartford, Conn. We were former-
ly of Baltimore. Any information
will be thankfully received as I am
very anxious to find her. Address
Mrs. Mary Humphrey, 45 Williams
St., Buffalo, N. Y.
Information Wanted of my Sis-
ters: Henrietta and Julia. My
mother's name was Emaline. She
belonged to a man named James
Hart in Alabama, on Tom Big
Bay River. There were three of
us: Julia, Henrietta and Amanda.
Henrietta belonged to Tom Keeley
in Alabama, and James Hart sold
her to a man named Jeff Bragley,
who took her across the Big Bay.
Address any information to A.
M. Proctor, Pasagould, Ark.,
Green country.
Information wanted of my sister
Margaret Ann Gooden, the last I
heard of her she was living in Phil-
adelphia. Any information of her
whereabouts would be very thank-
fully received. Address Henry
Gooden, Smyrna, Del.
Information wanted of my sister Mary
and her three children, of Henderson Co.,
Tennessee. They belonged to William Hall,
also of my brother Martin and wife, claimed
by Hezekiah Hurlburt, also of my brother
Green who lived in McNary Co., Tennessee.
Of my brother Harry, once owned by John
Markeson. When last heard from he was
in Mississippi. My first husband was Benj.
McKnight. Any person knowing any of
the above parties will confer a great favor,
by writing to me. Direct the letter to "Mary
King, No. 7, 4th Avenue, Chicago, Illinois."
2t.
Information wanted of my sister,
Mary Ann. She belonged to a
man named Judge Sorrell. We
were seperated about two years be-
fore emancipation and went to Tex-
as to a man named Led Betters. I
heard that she married a man named
Henry Williams. She was carried
away with a lot of more people.
She had two brothers and two sis-
ters--Bragg, and Henry, Margaret
and Jennie. Mother's name was
Jane Sorrell and belonged to a man
named Gus Thomas and was sold
to Judge Sorrell at Pine Bluff, Ark.
Any information will be thankful-
ly received by her brother, H. H.
Jones, Englis, Ark.
Information wanted of my sister,
she was sold by W. R. Murphy of
Monro County, Ga., to Jim White
of Louisiana. Our mother's name
was Rachel Murphy, and she was
the mother of five children to my
knowledge, four girls and one boy,
Nellie, Altley, Mourning, Caroline
and they knew me as Richard. I
was sold to Young Stroud.
James R. Stroud,
1508 Lee St., Americus, Ga.
Information wanted of my sister, Mary
Christopher, daughter of Daniel and Lucy
Christopher. She was sold from Peters-
burgh, Va., when about twelve years of age.
When last heard from she was in Charles-
ton, S. C. Any information concerning her
will be thankfully received by her sister,
HARRIET MAYO,
Detroit, Michigan, Box 236.
Information wanted of my sisters Margery
and Mahala Cannon, and Stephen Cannon, my bro-
ther. They belonged to Jos. Neil. Margery fell
to his daughter Eliza Ann Robison. All of Sea-
ford, Del. I left Delaware 35 years ago, since
which time I have heard nothing definite. They
were sold South. Any information please address
to Somerset Cannon, Valley Forge, Chester Co., Pa.
sept. 18-4t.
INFORMATION Wanted of my son Wm.
Acworth. When about fourteen years old,
he was sold from Somerset county, Mary-
land, at that time he was waterman. My
daughter Leah was sold at the same time.
Address all information to their father
Littleton Acworth, Whitehaven, Md.
Information wanted of my son,
Birome Glimore, who was born in
Copiah co., Miss., on Harris Gil-
more's plantation. His mother is
dead; her name was Easter Gil-
more. The last time I heard from
him, he was at Omega, West Vir-
ginia. I have bought a very nice
little plantation, and being 80 years
old, am unable to take care of it.
I would like him to come home
and take charge of it. Any infor-
mation of his whereabouts will be
rewarded. Address Jacob Gilmore,
care Rev. O. M. C. Tolson, P. E.,
Brookhaven, Miss.
Information wanted of my son,
Rev. J. R. Lee, when last heard of
he was pastor of the A. M. E.
Church in the town of Rice, Tex.,
in 1898. My name is J. W. Lee.
Any information will be gladly re-
ceived. Post Office address, Jack-
son, La., care of Rev. Lawrence
Estavan.
Information wanted of my son,
William Robinson. He left home
in 1897. Any information of him
will be gladly received. I used to
go by the name of Mattie Robin-
son, wife of Rev. B. D. Robinson,
but am now Mattie Washington,
my former husband having died.
Address me at Branson, Levy Co.,
Fla.
Information wanted of my son,
Wm. Lewis Johnson. He left
home in 1865 to go North. We all
belonged to Dick Shelton in Camp-
bell county, Va., and lived then
near Bethel station on the N. &
W. Railroad. His mother's name
was Rebecca Woodroft, but is now
Rebecca Johnson, and is living in
Lynchburg, Va. Address, Rev.
H. S. Roberts, corner Fourth and
Wise Streets, Lynchburg, Va.
Information wanted of my son, James
Watson, who left Philadelphia in 1861 and
shipped in Boston in the ship Lydia Scofield.
The last I heard of him was in 1862. He
was then in Callao, Peru, and expected to
sail to the Chinese Island. He was five
feet eleven inches high, light complexion,
sandy hair, dark hazel eyes. Any informa-
tion of him will be thankfully received by
his mother, JANE N. WATSON,
Chester, Delaware county, Pa.
aprl13-1t Care of William Murphy.
Information wanted of my son, Newton
Cox, who formerly lived near Covington,
Ky. He was sold when quite young to a
man by the name of Wilson, in Louisville,
Ky. Any one knowing of his whereabouts
will confer a lasting favor from me by show-
ing him this notice, or addressing me in this
city. SERANA COX,
161 Clinton st., Detroit, Mich.
aprl13-2t
Information wanted of my sons,
George and Henry Calaway. Their
father's name was George Calaway
and their mother is Saluda Cala-
way. They were sold by Chasles.
Oliver in Virginia twenty five miles
from Camel Court house two years
before the war, Any information
relative to their whereabouts will be
gladly received by their aged mother
Seluda Calaway, or my pastor Rev.
. H. H. Hill Clarendon, Ark.
Information wanted of my sons,
Joe and Essic Williams. When
last heard from they were in Kan-
sas City, Mo His father's name
is Joe Williams, aged 88 years, and
his mother's is Charlotte Williams.
Any information of their where-
abouts will be gladly received by
their father. I am a member of
the A. M. E. Church at St. Mark
Opelika district. Please write in
care of Rev. J. T. Griffin, West
Point, Ga.
Information wanted of my three
brothers and two sisters; brothers
names Hiram, Robert and Jesse
Beal, sisters Martha and Emily
Beal. They were sold ut [at] Rich-
mond, Va. beford Emancipation
Father's name was John Beal, he
belonged to a man name Captain
Jim Allen; mother's name, Mariah
Ann Beal. She belonged to Joe
Hudson. My sisters, Fannie and
Mary and myself were brought to
Arkansas. Any information con-
cerning them will be highly appre-
ciated by their sister, former nama,
Elmira Beal. Address D. L. Hill,
Wabbaseka, Ark.
Information wanted of my three
uncles: Arnold, Stephen and John
A. Fanville. The last heard of
them was in 1869, when they all
were in New York and I was a
member of the A. M. E. Chuch.
Any information of them will be
thankfully received by their child-
ren I am the son of William
Fanville. Yours in Christ,
J. M. Fanville,
Altheimer, Ark.
Information wanted of my two
daughters, Anna Couch and Avena
Hobby. The last I heard of them
they were in Birmingham, Ala.
One of them belongs to the A. M.
E. Church. Information will be
gladly received by Laura Amevine,
Jonesboro, Ark.
Information wanted of my two
sisters: Mary Davis and Julia Da-
vis. When last heard from they
were in Savannah, Ga. They came
from Live Oak, Fla. Mother's
name was Mary Jane Davis. He had
four brothers preachers. Address
information to James H. Davis,
710 Kay street, Tampa Fla, or
to Mrs. Mary Davis, 1001 Morgan
street, Tampa, Fla.
Information wanted of my two
sisters: Minder Hawless and Sarah
Hawless. They belonged to James
Hawless, and left Anderson coun-
ty, S. C., about 1866 or '67, with
Elie Hamlington for Arkansas and
Florida. I am their only brother,
being about 82 years old. Pastors
of Florida and Arkansas please
read this from your pulpits. Send
information to Rev. H. Long, An-
treville S. C., Abberville county.
My name is Joe Hawless.
Information wanted of my two aunts
and five uncles Their names were Vio
let, Hannah, Spencer, Stephen, Jefferson,
Jetson and Alfred Underwood. They
belonged to Joshua Underwood. Aunt
Violet was sold before the war but to
whom and where I do not remember as I
was quite young. They were all of Guil-
ford county near Greensboro, N. C. My
name was then Rosanna Herben, now
Rosanna Kimmons. Any information
concerning any one of them will be glad
ly received. Address Rev. M. B. Shep-
pard. Lock Box 257, Burlington, N. C.
Information wanted of my two brothers
and one sister. I left them in the State
of Delaware some 25 years ago. One of
my brothers is named Alfred Jackson,
in Delaware, the other George Jackson,
living in Philadelphia, Pa. Any infor-
mation of them will be thankfully re
ceived by their brother,
ROBERT JACKSON,
Ypsilanti, Mich., Box 868.
My sister's name is Kitty Jackson, in
Delaware.
April 22--6 weeks.
Information wanted of my uncle,
Louis Simmons. He left Mansfield,
La., about fifteen years ago. When
last heard of he was at Little Rock,
Ark. Any information will be
thankfully received. James Simp-
kins, Roberta, La.
Information wanted of my uncle,
Mark Swain, who was born in
Georgia and brought to Alabama
before the war by his owner, Jim
Swain. He had one brother and
five sisters His wife's name was
Violet and belonged to Ed Swain.
When last heard of he was in Ten
nesse. Preachers will please read
this from their pulpits. Any in-
formation will be thankfully re-
ceived by James Garfield Heath,
Vincent, Ala.
Information wanted of my uncle,
Reuben Henderson. He belonged
to William Henderson, of Monroe
co., Ala. He left here when the
civil war closed with the Federal
soldier. When last heard of he
was in Richmond, Tex., and was
married to a woman by the name
of Ganro. His brother is known
as Bob Henderson, and his mother
mother's name was Martha. Pas-
stors please read this from their
pulpits. Robert Henderson.
Information wanted of Randel
Nance, owned by Mr. John Barks-
dale of Laurens, S. C., Barksdale
sold him to Joe Crews and Joe
Crews sold him to one Mr. John-
son in Mobile, Ala. Mary Ann
Nance owned by Mrs. Mary Nance
was sold to one Mr. Wm. Beard in
Maybinton, S. C. and he carried
her to Montgomery, Ala.
Any information concerning them
will be thankfully received.
Yours in Christ,
Patsy Nance,
Newberry, S. C.
Information wanted of Rev. J.
H. Kitt and two sons James and
John; the last time that I heard of
them they were in Texas. Any
one recognizing any of the parties
named will greatly oblige me by no-
tifying the Rev. J. C. Hare, New-
berry, S. C., Newberry C. H.
Information wanted of Rev. J.
W. Wilson, former pastor of the A.
M. E. Church at Wyandotte, Kan.
Any information will be greatly re
ceived by James K. Brown, Box
308, Superior, Wis.
Information wanted of Rev. N.
F. Turner. When last heard of
he was in----, was transferred by
Bishop Turner at the Mississippi
conference to Africa, at Galeson,
Miss. Any information will be
gladly received by his wife and
children, also his brother. Ad-
dress Rev. A. P. Washington, 206
Delessup Street, Greenville, Miss.
Information Wanted of Robert, George,
Anthony, Winnie and Lucy Murray, who
were owned by Dr. Smith, in Upperville,
Va. Robert went away before the war and
George was sold. Any information of their
whereabouts will be thankfully received by
their mother, Hannah Murray. Address,
Wm. E. Stiles,
631 Pine St., Phila.
Information wanted of Rose Jackson,
a daughter of John and Mary Ranson. She
moved from Harper's Ferry to Chambers-
burg in 1863, in the family of Edward
Whiten and left it for Philadelphia about
four years ago. Any information of her
will be thankfully received. Address
MARY RANSON,
Frederick City, Md.
INFORMATION WANTED of SAMUEL
HOLLAND, by his Son Dennis Holland. Sam'l
Holland was a slave to Capt. George Gaither of
Montgomery co. Maryland, he was married to
Rachel Bright, having two sons Stephen and
Dennis, the last heard of him was August 22d,
1817, A. D. Any person knowing of his where-
abouts or can give any information concerning
him will greatly oblige the writer, by addressing
DENNIS HOLLAND, Ellicott city Howard co, Md.
Boot & Shoe Maker, and member of the African
M. E. Church.
Information wanted of Samuel
Tasco, son of Rhoda and Abraham
Tasco, deceased. He was born in
Uniontown, Pa., and left home
during the time of the war. Any
information will be gladly received
by Mrs. Isabella Blue, No. 297 E.
Main St., Uniontown, Pa.
Information Wanted of the
whereabouts of Windsor Loften,
also Essex and Tina Kinsy, chil-
dren of Mary Kinsy, formerly held
in bondage by Walter Dunn of
Kingston, N. C. Notice is request-
ed to be read in churches of Kin-
ston, New Berne and Jamesville,
N. C. Communicate with Violet
Kinsey, 112 S. 20 St. Philada.
INFORMATION wanted of the daughter of
Mrs. Kitty Barnes, named MILLY BARNES.
Before the war she lived in Berkley Co.,
W. Va.
She belonged to James Wilson, who sold
her when she was in her thirteenth year.
I would be more than thankful if any one
knowing of her whereabouts should ad-
dress me, or instruct her to address her
mother, Mrs. Kitty Barnes, 69 Broadway,
Cleveland, Ohio, care Mr. Wm. F. Jones.
nov20-1m.
Information wanted of the Rev.
James Matthew Townsend, Rev.
D. P. Roberts and Professor P.
Outland, all of the African Meth-
odist Episcopal Church of the leg
al representative of any of them
will forthwith send their full names
and addresses to the undersigned.
They will hear of something to
their advantage.
George T. Parker.
Care of Editor of the Christian
Recorder.
Information wanted of the where-
abouts of Larkin Miller, son of
Dora Miller of New Hope A. M.
E. Church, Rolling Fork, Miss.
When last heard of he lived at
Bairds, Miss. Any information
will be thankfully received.
G. W. Porter.
Information wanted of the where-
abouts of Minnie Mayes by her daughters,
Emma Monroe and Millie Johnson. When
we last heard from her she was with Kitty
Lathen, the widow of Philison Lathen in
Alexandria, Va. Any information of her
will be thankfully received by her daugh-
ters, No. 5 White's court, between Lombard
and Pine and 10th and 11th, Philadelphia,
Pa.
Information wanted of the where-
abouts of my brother, his wife and
two daughters. My brother's name
is Benjamin Eddington. The last time
I heard of him he was in Tacoma,
Washington ; his wife and two chil-
dren were living in SIlverton, Colo-
rado, the last time that I heard of
them. My brother's wife's name
was Martha; his two daughter's
names were Emma and Lula. Also
the whereabouts of my other broth-
er, John Jones. My mother's
name was Emmeline Cook. Her
home is Columbus, Kentucky.
Any information of their wherea-
bouts will greatly oblige
Lewis Buckner.
Information wanted of the where-
abouts of my uncle, Charles Wood-
son, whose mother's name is Bar-
bara. He had four sisters and four
brothers, viz; Rosie, Rebecca, Mar-
tha and Louisa; Thomas, Albert,
Patton and Armstead; all of whom
formerly belonged to Henry Allen
of Cumberland Co., Va My old
family name was Bettie Brown, my
husband's name, John Dooms.
Any information will be thankfully
received. Address
Uniontown, Pa. Bettie Dooms,
Information wanted of Thomas Fuller,
Eliza Fuller, and Clarissa Jefferson, a sister
to the mother of Henry Fuller. They for-
merly resided in Baltimore. Address Hen-
ry Fuller, care of J. Phelps, Central City,
Colorado Territory. tf.
Information wanted of Venus and John
Barnett, formerly of Scott county, Mo. I
left my daughter living with the family of
Dr. Barton, in Bloomfield, Mo., several years
ago. Any information of their whereabouts
will be thankfully received by an anxious
mother. MARY A. CARR.
Address Rev. Dr. Revels, St. Louis, Mo.
Information wanted of William
Berry, late of Toronto, Ont., and
husband of Annie Berry, of the
same place. He left here on the
16th of May. When last heard of
he was at a place called DeHaven,
Algonio county, Pa., working on
the Butler Pike road, last July.
Information will be gladly received
by Annie Berry, 105 Brunswick
Ave., Toronto, Ont.
Information wanted, of my mother,
Sarah Hunter, of my brother, Charles We
belonged to the widow Hunter. Also of
my wife, Sarah Wamton, belonging to Abner
Wamton. All of New Madrid, Mo. Ad-
dress EDWARD SMITH,
july24-2mos Bloomington, Ill.
Information Wanted, of my son John Maybanks,
born in Columbia, S. C., with his mother, Charlotte
Maybanks, was sold to Phillip Killyon, and brought
to Augusta Co., Virginia, six years before the war.
When last seen was in 1863, between Fairfax C. H. and
Centreville. He was with the 25th N. Y. Regiment,
whose time had expired, and they were on their way
home. Any information thankfully received,
Address, Louis Motair, 1013 Lombard St.,
oct.30-1m Philadelphia.
Information wanted, of my sons;
Henry and George Calaway. They
were sold by Charles Oliver,
near Lynchburg Virginia, about two
years before the war. Any infor-
mation concerning their wherea-
bouts will be gladly received by
their mother, Seluda Calaway.
Their father's name is George Cal-
away. Address Rev, A. H. Hill,
Claredon, Ark., Box 46 6 m
INFORMATION WANTED,--Of Millie Pur-
kens, who had two children, Josephine and Hen-
ry. We all lived together in Jackson parish, La.,
some time between 1850, and '60. After Millie
Purkens was sold to Mr. Windingbough her two
children was taken to Texas. Pastors please read
this to your congregations. Any information
concerning her whereabouts, will be thankfully
received by Miss Josephine Williams, care of A.
M. E. church, Mobile Ala.
INFORMATION WANTED--
by Daniel Gilford, of my Mother
Brother, and two sisters. Mother's
name was Juda Mann, my sister's
name Jennie and Rhoda Mann.
The last I heard of them, they be-
longed to a man named Watson, in
Duly Co., Georgia. Brother be-
longed to Joseph Gilford, who
lived in Henry Co., Ala., his name
was Isaac Gilford. Any informa-
tion, please write to Rev. J. H. Bell.
915 Lombard St.,
Philadelphia, Pa
INFORMATION WANTED--
Of Charlott Lee formerly Mrs.
Charlott Allen. The last time she
was heard from she was a widow
going bs the name of Charlott Lee
in Brooklyn N. Y. Her sister is
named Caudes Allen. The inquirer
is her brother. If found address
Horace Graves, Mt. Vernon, Ind.
INFORMATION WANTED--
Of Edward Click who was sold
down South to a man by the name
of Shumate. He was a mullato
man, very large eyes, bushy hair,
about 5 ft. 6 in. high, a carpenter
and black-smith by trade. His
wife was named Amy Click: his
children, Charles, Henry, Mary,
Elizabeth, and Jenny. Any in-
formation concerning him will be
liberally rewarded.
MRS. JENNIE PICKET.
Humwell, Mo.
INFORMATION WANTED--
Of Messrs. George and James Cole-
man, formerly of Centreville, Queen
Anne County, Md. George was
living in Centreville in 1886. They
are the nephews of Mrs. Jane
Bowers. Please send any infor-
mation to John C. W. Hollis, 518
Petty Street, Elmira, N. Y.
INFORMATION WANTED--
of my brother Trussy David who
was given to a man by the name of
Dr. David who lived at Bennets
ville, [Bennetsville] S. C. Phillip, Nero and my-
self were given away by Jim Speers
to his sons-in-law at the same time;
Phillip to Elijah Pipkin, Nero to
Duncan Moore, Trussey to Dr. Da-
vid and Moses to Isaac Pipkin.
Mother is still living in the same
old place. I sign my name,
Your Brother,
MOSES McCLOUD
No. 1520 E. Mason St. Springfield,
Ill.
INFORMATION WANTED--
Of my mother and father, Grace
Phillips and G. G. Phillips. The
man who claimed them as slaves
lived at Fairfax Court House, Vir-
ginia. There were 12 children of
us My sisters names are Margar-
et and Rachel Phillips. My broth-
ers are G. G. Phillips and Ander-
son Phillips. I am a preacher in
the A. M. E. Church at Pacific,
Mo. JEFFERSON PHILIPS.
INFORMATION WANTED--
Of my sister, Nancy Jeter. Our
father's name was Anthony Jeter;
he was owned by a man called Old
Colonel Geda. The last I heard of
her she was down in Greenville,
Miss. We were born at Burkeville,
Wataway County Virginia. Our
master's name was Davis Allen.
My mother's name was Matilda
Jeter. I have four sisters, two in
Richmond, Va., and two (Dinah
Moore and Bettie Oliver) in St.
Louis, Mo I have one brother,
John Jeter, in Little Rock, Ark.
Any information will be received
by Robert A. Jeter, Box 386, Lee,
Mass
INFORMATION WANTED--
Of Randell Hord and wife Char-
lotte Hord--father and mother of
the undersigned, also of Vester and
Lizzie Hord daughters of said Ran-
dell and Charlotte Hord, also I
state for information that Martin,
Brice, Abram, Tom, Warner and
Susan Hord, all seven children of
said Randell and Charlotte Hord,
came to the state of Texas in the
year of 1851, from Jackson County,
Tennessee. Any information con-
cerning them will be thankfully re-
ceived by me their son.
BRICE HORD,
Como, Bastrop Co., Texas.
INFORMATION WANTED--Of
my grandparents or their descend-
ants.
My grandfather's name was
Joshua Williams; his wife was
named Mahala Williams. They
were owned by James Harving at
Wedgefield, S. C., who sold them
to Governor Manning of S. C. He
carried them to the State of Loui-
siana. The owner having failed to
sell my mother whose name was
Lendonia Williams, one of the two
children of my grandmother, her
only brother, David was sold with
my grandparents and carried to
Louisiana.
My mother, some years after the
surrender, received letters from
them in Louisiana, at which time
they were all alive. In one of
letters the they stated that my uncle
David had lost two of his fingers
in a sugar mill. Their younger son
by name James H. Addam Williams
did the writing of the last letter
that we got from them.
Any information as to their
whereabouts will be gladly re-
ceived and highly appreciated.
Address J. W. Williams, Cedar
Keys, Fla.
INFORMATION WANTED--Of
my mother's three brothers and
two sisters. When last heard of
two brothers and two sisters, Law-
son and Charlie McClennan and
the girls America McClennan and
Mary Birtin, whose husband was
killed by a mule just after the war.
My mother's name was Queen Gray
and father, Benjamin Gray. They
died 1873 in Trousdale Co., Tenn.
Any information will be gladly re-
ceived by
R. Gray.
N. Birmingham, Ala.
INFORMATION WANTED--of
Vergel Johnson, the son of Marga-
ret Smith, last heard of was in
Camden, South Carolina. Any-
thing of his whereabouts will be
gladly received by his mother, in
care of P. J. Jordan, Pastor A. M.
E. Church, Box 29 Hillsboro, N. C.
INFORMATION WANTED--of his
sister by A. B. Townsend of St. Louis
Mo.. She was reported as married to a
man by the name of Thomas Bush.
There was a small legacy left her. Any
information will be thankfully received.
INFORMATION WANTED--Of my
brother James Madison Martin. He left
South Carolina in 1872 When last heard
of, he was in Gloss County Seat, Arkansas.
Any information concerning his where-
abouts will be handsomely rewarded by
the undersigned.
GEORGE W. MARTIN.
INFORMATION WANTED--Of my
brother, his name is Julius Thomas.
Some years ago he went to Georgia Any
information will be thankfully received
by his father, mother, and brothers. It
may be that some of the ministers of the
A. M. E. Church in Georgia can tell us
something of him. If so, please write me,
his brother. He is 44 years of age
M R. Thomas,
Plantersville P. O., Georgetown Co. S.C.
INFORMATION WANTED--Of my
daughter Minerva Cavanaugh. Her fa
ther's name was Thomas Cavanaugh, her
mother's name was Clara Cavanaugh. We
were all the property of Old Doctor Cava-
naugh, at Carrollton, Mo. He sold Miner-
va to a Mr. Cassner, who owned a wood
yard up the Missouri river above Carroll-
ton. Several years before the war, she
was sold by Mr. Cassner to speculator
White, who carried her South, and after
keeping her in the slave pen for some time
at Lexington I lost track of her and have
not heard of her since. Any information
concerning her whereabouts will be gladly
received and fully appreciated by her
mother whose name now is Clara Carri-
ger. Address, Bedford, Taylor county, Ia.
INFORMATION WANTED--Of my
mother Fannie Scott; and my brother Ed-
ward Scott. All of these belonged to old
Sam Scott who lived near Lynchburg, Va.,
close to Maze's Grocery. My name was
Eloise Scott; my name now is E. T. Hill.
Any information concerning them will be
thankfully received by
ELOISE T. HILL
808 Jefferson St., Oakland, Cal.
INFORMATION WANTED--Of my
mother, Mary Brittingham. She was sent
to Drummondtown, Va. with a number
of others and sold by George Savage Miles
She is the daughter of Samuel and Judy
Brittingham; she has two sisters and one
brother, their names are Jane, Caroline
and William Brittingham, who are living,
also her mother Judy.
Any information of her whereabouts
will be gladly received by her son, John
[letter unclear] Brittingham, Pocomoke city, Md
INFORMATION WANTED--Of my
mother, sisters and brothers. My mother
was sold from the Ubell estate to a widow
by the name of Dinkey. My mother's
name at that time was Nancy Ubell, my
oldest brother's name was John Ubell I
am going be the name of Andrew Catch-
em. Direct all my letters to Andrew
Catchem, in care of Rev. S. S. Eason,
Clarendon, Ark.
INFORMATION WANTED--of my
relatives. My mother is Mrs. Susan Sa-
gree, and my brother, John and my sister
Mary Sagree. I left them at Charleston
S. C. Anything concerning them would
be thankfully received
EDWARD HARRIS,
22 5th. St., Madison Ind.
INFORMATION WANTED--Of my
sister Margaret Annie Queen. Her moth
er's name is Annie Queen. She left Anne
Arundel Co a free girl, about the year
1862 or 1863 to a company a white fam
ily to Providence, R. I., and has not been
heard from since. Any information of
her will be very gladly received by her
brother, Rev. R T. Queen, 23 Bladen St.,
Annapolis, Md., Anne Arundel Co.
INFORMATION WANTED--Of my
sister Mary Jane Rice, who belonged to a
man in Hartford Co, Md. whose name was
Preston. After the war she married a
man in Mississippi by the name of Hen-
ry Middleton, who was a member of Mt.
Bethel Church. Address Amelia Brown
care Laura L Haller, Emmettsburg Md.
INFORMATION WANTED--Of my
sister, Mary Eitson. She was sold to a
man in Pin Hook, Mo., by the name of
Ben Johnson. My mother's name was
Sarah Eitson. My brother's name was
Richard but he was generally called Dick.
My mother and I were sold to a man by
the name of John G Scott, at Iron Moun-
tain, Mo. My mother's sister, Matildie
Eitson; she was sold to a man by the
name of Dr Thomas, in Bellview, Mo.
I was known by the name of Milly. Any
information will be gladly received by
Amanda Banks Neosho Fall Kas.
INFORMATION WANTED--Of my
son James Alexander. When I left him
with a white man named Thordhill he was
7 years old in Lincoln Co, one mile from
the ferry in Missouri. Any one knowing
of his whereabouts, will please inform his
mother, Maria Taylor. Address care of
Rev. W. D. F Pyle, Lock Box, No 39
Dallas, Texas.
June 23rd, 1891.
INFORMATION WANTED--Of my
son James Dorsay Allen who lived in
Augusta Co., Va. at the Willow Spout.
He belonged to Colonel Sam Hansburger,
but was sold in Winchester by Cyrus
McCue to New Orleans, where he for a
time belonged to a sugar planter. Any
information will gladly be received by his
anxious mother, Cassy Jane Bailey, for-
merly Cassy Jane Lawson. Address
Fort Defiance Va., care of George W.
Crawford.
INFORMATION WANTED--Of my
two brothers and one sister John, Charley
and Gracey Casson. We were separated
at Coleman, Boone, County, Mo. They be
longed to a widow lady by the name of
West. I lived with Dr. Shropshire. Ad-
dress Nancy Shuggert, Coluss Colussa Co
Cal.
INFORMATION WANTED--Of the
whereabouts of Leander Woodruff, former-
ly of Laurens, S. C., by his mother Mrs.
Sarah Woodruff. Any person who will
send her the address of her son, will con-
fer a lasting favor on a mother who has
not seen him for four years. Address
Sarah Woodruff, Laurens S C.
INFORMATION WANTED.
I desire to seek information of my people.
My father's name wa. [was], when I knew him, Reu-
ben Fields; my mother's name, Sarah Fields,
my sister Lizzie Fields, and my brother Arm-
stead Fields. My name was Polly Fields, now
Polly Monds. Any information of the above
named persons will be thankfully received.
They were when I left them, in the State of
Virginia. Address.
POLLY MONDS,
Atlanta, Ga.
INFORMATION WANTED.
Mr. Editor: I wish to know through your
paper about my brothers Henry Fountain &
Shepherd Fountain. I have not seen them
since 1867 I left Shepherd in Alabama, and
Henry in Ga. If any information will be
thankfully received by their brother George
Fountain, Williamsport Tennessee. We
were raised in Columbus Ga. Our mother
and father's names was Shepherd Fountain
and Nancy Fountain.
GEORGE FOUNTAIN.
Williamsport Tenn.
INFORMATION WANTED.
of Caleb W. Elzey, son of Charles P. and
Anna M. Elsey, who left West Chester, Pa.,
with John M. Zook, living in Louisiana, Mo.,
where he left Mr. Zook. When last heard
from he was in Chicago, Ill. Any informa-
tion of his whereabouts will be thankfully
received by his mother,
ANNA M. ELSEY,
Paulsboro, Gloucester Co.,
Or New Jersey,
Care of C. E. Gibbs,
49 North Water Street,
Philadelphia,
Pa.
INFORMATION WANTED.
Of my relations, my father's name was Abraham
and belonged to a man named Joab Oakes living
near Bulls Run, Va. My mother's name was
Jane and she belonged to a man named Lawes
living in Franklin Co. Va. My name is Daniel
I was taken to Missouri by one George Lawes
when about eight years old. My sisters were Ann
and Matilda : My brothers Lewis, John Henry,
Lunday. Any information concerning their
where abouts will be thankfully received by
Daniel Oakes.
Washington Frrnklin Co. Mo.
Information wanted. Lotta Reed de-
sires to know the whereabouts of her
mother and brother. Her mother's
name was Emma, who was taken from
Columbus, Georgia, and taken to Texas
about two years before the war broke
out. Her daughter was living at the
time with Miller Reed. Lotta has a
brother named John Kelly, who lived
at Sider Hill, Ga., when the war broke
out.
Any information of them will be
thankfully received.
Address,
LOTTA REED,
No. 12 Fleet St.,
Brooklyn, N. Y.
Ministers please read in churches.
April 29th, '71--1m.
INFORMATION WANTED.--
Of Dollie and Faithy Scott, (their
names before their marriage),
daughters of Hubbard Scott, had
sisters Dicia, Mary and Betsy, and
an only brother, who left North
Carolina and came to Indiana be-
fore the war. I am Hardy Scott's
youngest daughter. My mother
was Frances Evans, commonly
called Fannie; my grand mother
was Julia Evans. All came from
the same place or thereabouts in
North Carolina, if I am not mis-
taken, I think Greeneboro, Guilford
Co., near Raleigh. Your paper is
so well distributed I think if I
say North Carolina and designate
no place, it will not be amiss. I am
very anxious to find out about my
people: the older ones of the fam-
ily always heard from the ones left
behind before the war, but never
have had a word since. Mrs. Geo.
P. Downey, P. O. Box 1008, Den-
ver Col.
INFORMATION WANTED.--
of my brother Charles Rowe; who
left home (Blackburn Louisiana) in
85 for Jackson, Mississippi. Up to
date I have failed to know of his
whereabouts. Any information as
to his whereabouts will be thank-
fully received. The ministers will
please have the kindness to read this
to their congregations.
Please address
MARY A. ROWE.
Blackburn, La.
INFORMATION WANTED.--
Of my brother Samuel Reed. I
saw him last at a convention in
New Orleans, just before the war.
Any information concerning him
will be thankfully received by his
sister Elizabeth Reed. He was a
member of the St. Paul Church,
New Orleans. Address :
S. L. SANDFORD.
Knox Point, Red River.
INFORMATION WANTED.--
Of my father's relatives. He lived
at Liberty Md , and was owned by
a man by the name of Billy Owens,
near the turnpike road. His fath-
er's name was Billy Banks and his
mother's name was Henrietta. His
sister's name was Hattie, and his broth
er's name was Dennis Banks. He
was stolen at the age of fifteen with
an uncle and sold in Baltimore,
after which they were brought to
Columbia and sold again in the
year 1841, remaining here until his
death. His uncle's name was Noah
Peterson. Any information will be
gladly received by his daughter,
Henrietta C. Banks.
INFORMATION WANTED.--
Of my father, Jackson Bachelor.
When last heard of, he was in Tex-
as. Any information will be glad-
ly received by Leah Mitchell,
Yankton, S. Dakota.
INFORMATION WANTED.--
Of my mother Rachel Embry. My
name was Henrietta Embry when I
was taken from home. I left my
mother in Baltimore, Md., and came
to Texas with Rutineth Barafe. My
name is Henrietta Anderson. Any
one who can tell me where my
mother is, I will reward them. Ad-
nress me, care Rev. W. H. Ander-
son, San Angelo, Green Co., Tex.
INFORMATION WANTED.--
Of my mother, Lucinda Johnson,
of Essex County, Va. She was
owned by Robert G. Hingen, of
Warrenton Springs, Va., and he
also lived in Bolden Green, Caro-
line County, Va. Brothers, Eddie
and Jerry Johnson; sisters, Betty
and Lucy Johnson Mother's hus-
band's name was Jerry Johnson.
Her oldest boy got killed on the
railroad I was sold in Richmond,
Va , by R. G Hingen, to John Dor-
ris, and carried to New Orleans,
La. Information will be thankfully
received by Emma Washington, 611
37th Avenue, Meridian, Miss.
INFORMATION WANTED.--
Of my people. My father's name,
Peter Saphran; my mother's name,
Jane Saphran; my sisters' names,
Maria, Harriet and Sallie Saphran;
brothers' names, Albert and Paris
Saphran. They were all sold at
Memphis, Tenn., and I was taken
to St Louis and sold to a trader
who lived in Texas I also had
a baby whose name was Henry
Pierson, and whom a white woman
took from me in St. Louis. I went
by the name of Elvira Saphran.
Any information will be thankfully
received by Elvira Claton, Corpus
Christi, Texas, care of Rev. G.
Holmes, pastor A. M. E. Church.
INFORMATION WANTED.--
Of my sisters and one brother. We
lived at Going Snake, Cherokee na-
tion, I. T. My name was Phillis
Wright, but at this writing my name
is Philis Whitmire. My sisters'
names were Lucinda Wright, Nicy
Albirdy, Nancy Cline, Dinah Cline
Julia Daniels Martha Foreman, and
Jane Wright. My brother's name
was Eli Wright. My Mother's
name was Rose Wright, and Fath-
er's, Nat Albirdy. I have not seen
my sisters and brother since before
the war. An information of them
will be thankfully received. Ad-
dress, R. J. Manuel, A. M. E.
preacher, Hudson, Tex.
Feb. 2 mo.
INFORMATION WANTED.--
Of my sisters, Martha and Pennel-
pha Lee. They went to Brooklyn,
New York, some years ago. Ad-
dress, Mary Alice Rep [letter missing] er Lee,
1135 Saratoga Street, Baltimore,
Md. 6 mo
INFORMATION WANTED.--
Of my two sisters, Laura Patrick
and Mason Louisa Patrick. I last
saw them at the time of the proc-
lamation of the emancipation of slaves.
We were then living five miles
from Jackson, Miss. Our fathers
name was Willis Patrick, he usual-
ly went by the name of Bob. My
sisters were sent South to Georgia
by their mistress, Elizabeth Pat-
rick. My two brothers were team-
sters, their names was Allen and
Cornelius Patrick My two sisters
ages were 12 and 14 years. There
was also a woman who was a fel-
low servant of ours, by the name
of Emily Dickson, her husbands
name was Scott Dickson. Any in-
formation of these parties will be
thankfully received. Address all
communications to Mrs. M. Davis,
113 S. Third St , Keokuk, Iowa.
INFORMATION WANTED.--
Of the whereabouts of Edward or
Edmond Bagwell, formerly of Vir-
ginia. His father's name was
Charles, and his mother's name was
Annie Bagwell. Please send any
information to Emerson Johnson,
911 McDonough St., Baltimore,
Md. 6 mo.
INFORMATION WANTED.-- T h e
following persons were separated during
the war, near Richmond, Va : Hab,
James Washington Wilburn and Mar-
shal Knight. Any information of their
whereabouts will be gladly received by
their brother. Nelson (Knight) Robinson,
520 Leonard Street, Dallas, Tex.
INFORMATION WANTED.--Any in-
formation concerning the following per-
sons will be received gladly: Lottie Rush,
Mollie Welch and Moses Vaughn, my
mother, sister and brother. We were all
held in slavery by William Vaughn. Kem
per Co., Miss. My mother and brother
were sold to William Rush and sister
Mollie to lawyer Welch. Address Rev.
R. E. Johnson, Helena, Ark.
INFORMATION WANTED.--In ref-
erence to Mrs. Celia P. Lathan who for
merly belonged to Bradley T. Perry at
Little Washington, N. C. Her daugh-
ter Mollie came North in in 1863, with
Capt. Pitney Curtis. Any information
will be thankfully received. Direct to
Marv G. Lathan, care Rev. Jno.C. Brock,
1 23 Ann Street, Phila , Pa.
Information Wanted.--Martha Tit-
tle, formerly of Baltimore, Md., is desirous
of learning the whereabouts of her sisters,
Margaret Norris and Ann Bausley, also
Mary Hall, all of Baltimore. My mother
was known as Matilda Bausley. Any in-
formation will be thankfully received by
Martha Tittle, No. 156 Wilkins St., Detroit,
Michigan.
P. S.--Ministers in Baltimore will please
read this in their churches. July 3-4t.
Information wanted.--Mrs. Marina Campbell,
wife of Virgil Campbell, of Stockton, wishes to obtain
information of the following relatives, viz.: her bro-
ther, Nelson Bishop and her sister Delily Brown, who
in 1852, lived in the upper part of Sevier county, Ar-
kansas. Also of William, George and Rose Jackson
of the same place. Any information of the above
named persons will be thankfully received. Address
Mrs. Campbell, care of P. A. Bell, Editor Elevator,
San Francisco. oct9-2m
INFORMATION WANTED.--My
brothers Thomas H. and Wm. Williams.
In 1864, Thomas was in the United States
Navy, and William was at Washington,
D C. I am now a minister in the North
Louisiana Conference. Address Rev. B
M. Williams, Denny, La.
INFORMATION WANTED.--My fath
er was named Jackson Jefferson and my
mother's name was Franky Jefferson
Three sisters were sold from them at once,
at Petersburg, Va. The oldest one was
named Lucy Jefferson; the next Peggy
Jefferson, but they always called her
Maggie, The oldest one was taken from
the younger ones at Richmond, Va., and
I have not heard from her since. My
sister Peggy was left in the speculator
lot of Davis' in New Orleans, and this one
that is inquiring for her relations is the
youngest one of the three and her name
is Hannah Frances Jackson. My first
owner was Archee Shuffield, and after he
died we were all sold again, and I have
not heard from them since. I would be
very proud if I could hear from them.
INFORMATION WANTED.--of
Martha Barnes (slavery name) or
her her descendants. She went
from about Edgefield or Newberry,
S. C. in slavery time, and is sup-
posed to be now somewhere in the
State of Alabama. Any informa-
tion will be happily received by her
sister and family. Address Joseph
L. Williams, box 208 Abbeville, S.
C.
INFORMATION WANTED.--Of
Ellen She left us right after the war.
Her sisters names are Francy and Mary
Carter; her brother is name Jack Carter.
Any information as to he wereabouts will
be thankfully received by her brother.
Address Rev. A. J. Carter,
Brooks Station, Ga.
INFORMATION WANTED.--Of Bel-
ford Whitney, the son of Mrs. Smith [unclear]
Jane Grant. When last heard of he was
in Evansville, Ind. Any information con-
cerning him will be gladly received by
his mother. Please address Rev. P. J
Jordan, Raleigh, N C.
INFORMATION WANTED.--of Geo.
G. Gordey of Laurel, Sussex Co., Dela-
ware, who belonged to a man named Hobbs
He (Gordey) went from Laurel to Agusta.
Ga., from Agusta Ga., to Canada, return-
ing to Mississppi, since which time his
mother, Julia Gordey, now Julia Smith,
and his sister Ruth Ann Little, have not
heard of him. Any information concerning
his whereabouts will be cheerfully re-
ceived by them at their home, 1680 Foulk-
rod St , Frankford. Phila., Pa.
INFORMATION WANTED.--Of my
brother, Jno. A. P. Edwards. He left
Columbia, South Carolina, in 1877, and
remained in Washington, D. C., for some
time. When last heard from he was in
New York City, N. Y. Any information
concerning his whereabouts will be re
warded by Rev. N. W. Edwards 214 E.
Belmont St., Pensacola Fla.
INFORMATION WANTED.--Of my
brother, Scott or Washington Zackery I
left him in Johnson country, Ark., about
the year 1850 or '51. Our father and
mother were named Ben and Lucy Zache-
ry. Our sisters names were Caroline and
Miranda ; their father was named Charlie
Ward. My father called me Jackson
Texas and my brother, who is out here,
John Hempstead. Any information as to
my brother's whereabouts will be gladly
received by Jackson Thomas, care of Rev.
D.A. Norvell, Lock Box 13, Caldwell,
Burleson Co , Texas
INFORMATION WANTED.--Of my
daughter, Carrie Peck. She left Shreve-
port about two years ago and went to Ar-
kansas City. I heard from her in the time
of high water and have not since. My
address is Rev. D. Logan, 913 Marshall
St , Shreveport, La.
INFORMATION WANTED.--Of my
daughter, Sarah Minor. When last heard
from she was living in Moorestown, N. J
Any information will be gladly received.
Mary Minor, care of D. J. Beckett pastor
of Allen Chapel A. M. E. church, Staun
ton Va.
INFORMATION WANTED.--of my
daughter. Her name was Margaret
Brown, but she went by the name of Sing.
She lived in Lapolun, Lavette Co., Mo
She was sold in 1861 to a trader, who
took her to Texas; any information as to
her whereabouts will be gladly received
and handsomely rewarded by her mother,
Mrs. Louise Brown, No. 217 Jolett St.,
Helena, Montana.
INFORMATION WANTED.--Of my
father Adam Nanney. When last heard
of he was living in Ohio. Before going
to Ohio he lived in Alled County, Ken-
tucky. Any information of him will b
very thankfully received by his son
LEVI NANNEY
Address W. R. Alexander, Box 1134,
Maline, Ill.
INFORMATION WANTED.--Of my
mother and brothers. Mother's name was
Louisa Banks ; she was sold to a specu-
lator by the name of Nelson, at Winston,
Hertford Co , N. C., in 1842, with two
children : Freddo and Ellen Gatling. Moth-
er was known as the wife of Stephen
Manly who was drowned in Maharring
River between Murfreesbororo and Win-
ston. My name is Jane Harton now, but
was Jane Gatling. I married a Horton.
Since my brother Benjamin left here
during the war I have not heard from
him once. He was then a soldier in the
army. Any information of their where-
abouts will be gladly received by Mrs.
Jane Horton, in care of Rev. J. E. C.
Barham, pastor of Murfreesboro Circuit
of the A. M. E. Church.
Address. Box 6, Murfreesboro, N. C.
INFORMATION WANTED.--Of my
mother, Mrs. Amelia Delk, and four sis-
ters, Adelline, Susan, Harriet and Viney,
all formerly of Loterdale, Miss. The last
time I saw them was at the Quaker Hos-
pital in Loterdale ; from there I was
brought North. I am next to the young-
est. Any information will be most thank-
fully received. Direct to Mrs. Julia Delk
Webster, care of Rev. J. W. Jeffries, pas-
tor of St. John A. M. E. church, Sewick-
ly, Pa.
INFORMATION WANTED.--Of my
relatives, father David West and mother
Lavinia West. I left my father in middle
Tennessee. Brother's name, Job Sheaves.
Sister, Nancy Blueford: brothers Samuel
Smith and David Wake Information
will be thankfully received by P. H. Hall,
Hope, Lavaca Co., Tex.
INFORMATION WANTED.--Of my
sister. Her maiden name was Mary
James. She belonged to Alexander Boail-
ford, who lived in Sumpter County, S. C
She was sold from Charleston, South Car-
olina, in 1862 and has not been heard of
since. Any information will be thankful-
ly received. Address all letters to Rev.
D H. Allen, Edgefield, S. C.
P. S Her mother is mame [name] Kate Rich-
ardson.
INFORMATION WANTED.--Of my
son, Jeremiah Brown. When last heard
from he was at Jamaica, L. Island, N. Y.
He formerly lived with a gentleman at
Waverly New York, named Tozier. Ad-
dress Mrs. James, at Waverly New York,
418 Waverly Street, or the manager of
the "Christian Recorder."
INFORMATION WANTED.--Of my
son, Wesley Ramsey, otherwise known as
Sex Ramsey, who was born in Adams Co.,
Miss. He left home during the war, and
nothing has been heard of him since. His
parents' names are Peter and Caroline
Ramsey. His brother's and sister's names
are Dennis and Lottie, respectively.
Any information leading to his wherea
bouts will be gladly received by his moth-
er, Caroline Ramsey, 830 Constance St ,
New Nrleans, La.
INFORMATION WANTED.--Of my
two brothers Scott and Ingram Davis
When last heard of they were in Little
Rock, Arkansas. Any information con-
cerning them will be thankfully received
by me.
NOAH SUMMERS.
Oliver, Ga.
INFORMATION WANTED.--Of my
Uncle John Jones, a former resident of
Vicksburg, Miss. He lived quite a while
San Francisco, Cal., in the employ of Dr.
McGrew. When last heard of he was in
Honolulu, S. I. My father Rev Henry
P. Adams died in Brookhaven, Miss.,
1880. My mother is now Mrs. Caroline
Jackson. Any information will be thank-
fully received. Address:
Rev. R. A. ADAMS,
Arcola Miss.
INFORMATION WANTED.--of Rev.
Louis Parks. I learn that he was a Meth-
odist preacher. I would be glad to learn
of his whereabouts, as he and my son
were in the army together, and I think
he could tell me a few particular things I
want to know. My son's name was Wm.
Brown. He died in Little Rock, Arkan
sas, on his way home. I will be very
thankful to hear from him at the earliest
convenience
My address is Matilda Brown,
Windsor, Mo.
INFORMATION WANTED.--of the
following persons : Sallie, Tennie, Maha-
la, Cecelia, Mira, Jack and David Belem,
the brothers and sisters of Harriet Ward-
en. Hairret was brought from North Car-
olina to Missouri, by a man by the name
of Bedell: any information concerning
the above mentioned persons will be very
thankfully received by Harriet Warden,
Brunswick, Mo.
Information wanted; any person
knowing of the whereabouts of
Thos. Lions, who formerly owned
Amy Tinsley, or George Cox, who
formerly owned Phillip Tinsley, in
Richmond, Virginia, will please
send their address to
Gracie Tinsley,
Vicksburg, Miss.
Information will be gladly receiv-
ed by the undersigned of the where
abouts of Rev. J. A. Robbins, or
merly of the Ohio Conference. The
readers of this paper who know any
thing of him will confer a favor.
J. T. Hammond,
2329 York St.,
Philadelphia, Pa.
John Cole and Alfred Simmons,
will hear something to their advan-
tage if either or both of them will
write the undersigned. When last-
heard of Mr. Cole kept a boarding-
house near Brooklyn Bridge, N. Y.
A.. Cockfield, North Bruxton,
Ontario, Canada.
MR. EDITOR: I wish to inquire
for William Bradford. The last ac-
count I had from him, he was at
Vicksburg, Miss. I wish the pas-
tor of Vicksburgs circuit to inquire
throgh his congregation for Wil-
lian Bradford. Address G. M.
Bradford, care Rev. M. Cooper,
Heidleburg, Miss.
MR. EDITOR: I wish to inquire
for Wyatt Bradtord; would also re-
quest that the pastor of Vicksburg
circuit read this to his congrega
tion, and if he can be found ad-
dress Melivna Cooper or G. M.
Bradford, Heidelberg, Jasper coun
ty, Miss.
Mrs. Eliza Branson would like to
find her brother William Matth.
Marshall, who is a minister in the
Methodist A. M. E. Church.
She is now at Rosemont. Pa.,
Box 88.
Mrs. Mary Smith wants information of
her mother and father, Thomas and Ro-
da Hawkins, and her brother, Henderson
Hawkins, who was only two years old
when I saw him last. They all belonged
to one Dr. Daniel Johnson, of Philadel
phia, Marion county, Mo., and he sold
them to one Dr. Hawkins, of Memphis,
Tenn , who owned them before they came
to Missouri. Since they went back to
their first owner in Memphis, I have
tried to find them and although I have
not seen my parents for thirty years yet
if they are living I will be happy to learn
of their whereabouts and whether my
brother is living or not. All my rela
tives are in the South Direct to Mrs.
Mary Smith Palmyra, Mo , care of Mr.
George B. Bennett.
Notice.--Information is wanted of my
brothers, Anthony and Isaiah Pleasant ; have
three sisters whose names are forgotten.
Lived at Tusoumbia, Ala., which place I
left in 1862. Address, Roman Pleasant, To-
ledo, Ohio. [sep26 6w
Notice.--Information is wanted of my
relatives, Louisa, Henrietta, and Eliza
Woods. Belonged to the widow Bailey of
Shepherstown, Va. Address, Mary A.
Glandford, Hamilton, Ont., C. W. [sep26 6w
Notice.--Information wanted of my bro-
thers, Archey, Felix, Joseph and James
Goodler ; also, my sisters Rachel, Caroline
and Sinty, children of David and Daphney
Goodler, formerly of Morefield, Hardy co.,
Ky. Address, David Goodler, Hamilton,
Ont., C. W. [sep26 6w
NOTICE.--The undersigned desires to
know where he can find any of his com-
rades belonging to Co. H., of the Third
Pennsylvania regiment, U. S. Infantry;
and requests any one of said comrades to
write to Lake Providence, La., P. O. Box
164: and further requests the favor of min-
isters in the connection, to read this no-
tice to their several congregations on the
first Sunday after its issuance; and as it
is important to him, he will feel exceed-
ingly obliged.
J. Goins, P. E.
Notice.[italics]--Information of my son Merry-
man Gray, known as Peter Hicks, of Balti-
more, county; Md., he lived with Aaron
Sparks, also America Eli Gray. Address,
Ruth Gray, Hamilton, Ont., May street.
[sep26 6w
Of my mother Lavinia Russell, and my
children Adolphus Monroe, and Rebecca
Monroe They all belonged to William Cole
whose home was at May Cox, Prince
George County. His plantation was at a
place called Providence Surry County,
Virginia.
Address me at
No. 7 Primus Avenue,
Boston Mass.
J MES [James] MONROE.
2 mo. sept 10.
Of my uncle, Caesar Emmanuel,
and my brother, Richard Spencer.
My uncle formerly belonged to the
Reese Estate, and when last heard
from he was in Cartersville, Ga.
My brother belonged to the Prot-
testant Methodist Church, and when
last heard from he was preaching
on the Georgetown circuit. Infor
mation will be thankfully received
by Rev. J. McKenzie Harrison,
pastor of Salem circuit, Manning,
Clarendon county, S. C.
Of Noah Powell, of Staunton, Va.,
was owned by Lawyer Foulks. When
last heard from, was in Jackson, Miss-
issippi, living with a John Suton. Any
information of him will be thankfully
received by his mother, Sister Lucinda
Wyet Robert, and Stephen Powell.
Direct care of
JULIAN POWELL,
(1m.) Frederick, Md.
Of the following named persons:
John Moppins, Henry Moppins; Al-
fred Moppins, Della Moppins, Annie
Moppins, Charles Wells, who are
supposed to be in Missouri. Any
information concerning them will
be thankfully received by Mrs.
Eliza Moppins, 1610 3rd St., West
Superior, Wis.
Of two brothers and one sister,
whose names are Ambrose Dudley
Carrol, Phelix Gurry Carroll and
Polina Carrol, respectively. Our
former owner was Foster Mundy,
who sold them to a Negro trader.
Any information concerning them
will be thankfully received by Mrs.
Adeline Sanders, Owenton, Ky.
Please Notice.--I have a son
whose name is Edward Kleborn.
He left Chatham, Ont., at the age
of seventeen years, and was in
Pittsburg, Pa., when I last heard
from him. Any information con-
cerning him will be gladly and
thankfully received by his father,
Jeremiah Kleborn, Chatham, Onta-
rio, Canada.
WANTED--Information of my people.
I left them but when a girl twelve years
old, at Forker county, Va., near Peters-
burg. My mother's name was Maria
Farrer. I had three sisters and one bro-
ther, Turner, Fannie, Almira and Char-
ity. They were owned by Benjamin
Farrer. I was brought away from my
mosher [mother] to the State of Missouri by John
Farrer to Captain Barton I am now
living in St. Charles Mo., and have a
home of my own. I am getting very old,
and what I have I would like to leave
with some of my people if I can find
them. My name is Rachel Farrer. Any
information would be thankfully received,
in care of W H. Sexton pastor of A. M.
E Church, St Charles, Mo.
WANTED--Information of my son
Wesley Ramsey, born in Adams county,
Mississippi. His father's name was Peter
Ramsey; his mother Caroline Ramsey
L [rest unclear] and Dennis Ramsey were his sister
and brother. The owner of all was Jame
P [unclear] viance. The last time I saw Wesley
he was in Natchez, Miss. Ministers of
churches please read this to your congre-
gations and send word of any trace of
him to his mother, Caroline Ramsey, No.
83, Constance streeth, New Orleans, La.
WANTED--Information of William
Smith; he is sometimes called Doctor
Smith. Having heard that he was in
Philadelphia, I would be glad if the re-
spective ministers would make inquiry in
their churches. Any information will be
thankfully received by
MARY JANE BROWN,
No. 101 Grey Street,
Brantford Ont.
WANTED.
Martha M. Bass of Fayette Iowa, is desirous
of knowing the whereabouts of one George
M. Graham. His father was Rev. Allen E.
Graham, who died in Chillicothe Ohio, about
24 years ago.
He will find something of interest to him to
make himself known--if still alive.
WANTED.
Information of the present whereabouts of
my two children Albert and Margaret Car-
penter, who were sold away from me in the
town of Madison Court House, Va., and tak-
en by slave-traders to the Cotton States, sev-
eral years before the breaking out of the
late rebellion.
At the time the boy was only nine and
the girl eight years of age. I was told
that one Dick Mulhundro sold my daughter
to a Georgian planter. I never knew what
became of my son; I trust in God that this
notice may in son way restore these dear
ones to my arms again. A letter addressed
to me in the care of my son William Stewart,
Hamilton, Ohio would reach my hands by
my last marriage. My name was changed to
Lucinda Keys,
Hamilton Ohio.
We desire information
concerning Emma Tinsley and Phil-
ip Tinsley, who were owned by
Thomas Gregory. I was sold by
Thomas Tines, who married Martha
Gregory, and was taken to Atlanta,
Ga., and stayed there until the war
ended. Any information will be
thankfully received by
Mrs. Gracie Lowe
702 S. Cherry St.,
Vicksburg, Miss.
Dear Editor - I wish to inquire
for my mother, sisters and brother.
Mother, Jane Newsom, belonged to
Randall Newsom, near Shelbyville,
Tenn. She was taken south by
Mr. Newsom when I was quite
small and I do not know to what
State they went. She carried three
children with her - Angeline, Kate
and Bud. I was given to Tilda
Wiggins as a nurse, and I have not
heard from her since the war. I
should be glad to know whether
she was dead or not, and to hear
from the children. My name was
Ann Newsom, but is now Ann
Yeargin. Address me at Overall,
Rutherford county, Tennessee.
G.L. YEARGIN.
Information is wanted of Wm. Hall,
Daniel or Alexander Gant, or any of
their sisters, by their brother, Andrew
Gant, Mound City, Ills.
(2t.)
INFORMATION WANTED Of my
people. His name was Joseph Henderson.
I am his youngest son. My name is
Joseph Henderson. I would be glad to
received any information Joseph Hen-
derson, Madison Co , Madisonville, Tex.
Information wanted of my broth-
er Elisha Read, he left home (Mur-
freesboro, Herford County N. C.)
some years ago for the State of
Florida. Since I have not heard
from him; any information of his
whereabouts will be thankfully re-
ceived. Address, Enoche Weaver,
1112 North 5th Street, Wilming-
ton, N. C.
Information wanted of my broth-
er, Abel Davis, who left home
about 26 years ago, when last
heard from he was in South Caroli-
na. His mother's name was Laura
Young, when he left home he was
living in Logwood Neck; he has
two sisters, Susan and Lydia, the
latter married Cipe Pierce. Any
information of his whereabouts
will be gladly received by his sister
Lydia. I am a member of the A.
M. E Church at Mears Bluff.
Please write care of my pastor,
Rev. E. Hurst, Wilmington, N. C.
Information wanted of my broth-
er, Nathan Colwell; my maiden
name was Ada Colwell. Any in-
formation concerning him will be
gladly received by
Mrs. Ada Montgomery,
3731 Rables Ave.
Chicago, Ill.
Information wanted of my daugh-
ter, Fannie Lane, who used to be-
long to Mr. Edele Lane, of the
F (rest unclear) plantation near Lane's ferry.
Her mother was then known as
Sophia Lane, but now as Sophia
Copelis. Elijah Lane was her
father. Her sisters and brothers
were Martha Jane, Sarah, Elijah,
Caesar, and Frank. Fannie left
Rocky Point, N. C. with Eddie
Lane's widow. Any information
of her whereabouts will be gladly
received by her mother, Sophia
Copelis. I am a member of the A.
M. E. Church at Rocky Point N
C. Please address care of my pas-
tor, Rev. J. H. Robins, Rocky
Point, N. C.
Information wanted of my daugh-
ter, Sarah Ann. She formerly be-
longed to man named Beard, of Wil-
son county, Tenn. When last heard
from she was in the Western Dis-
trict of the State, about twenty-four
years ago. Her father's name was
Samuel Telford. Any information,
please address NANCY STEVENS,
Nashville, Tenn.
Information wanted of my peo-
ple--Jennie Moses, Mela Fields,
Selia Fields, James Fields and Felix
Fields. The first three are my sis-
ters, the fourth is my brother and
the last is my step-father. They all
belonged to Charles Baren. My sis-
ter Jennie and myself were sold to
Jack Felder. My sister jennie was
sold again to Buchanan. Any in-
formation concerning them or their
children will be prayerfully received
by me. Minder Latson, Postoffice,
Brenham. Washington Co., Tex.
Rev. J. S. W McLay.
Information wanted of my sis-
ter's children. My sister's name
was Winnie Rogers, brother-in-law
Green Rogers. My sister's oldest
child was Clara Ann Rogers. She
also had sons by the names of Wil-
liam, Isaac, George and another
daughter, Mary Rogers. Last ac-
counts heard from them they were
in Little Rock, Ark. Information
will be gladly received.
Katie Patterson,
Cartersville, Ga.
INFORMATION WANTED--
Of my son William P. Grant, the
son of W. H. Grant. Our son left
us in Topeka, Kan., to go to Cali-
fornia, we have not heard of him
since. I am now a widow. Any
information please let me know:
CAROLINE GRANT,
Stockton, Cal.
INFORMATION WANTED-- f my
father who was separated from his wife
and twelve children in 1864, in Bastrop
County Tex. His former owner's name
was Meek Smith. My father's name was
Dave Smith; my mother's name was
Matilda Smith; his sons' names were
Jeff, Allen and Coleman, and his step-son
Joe. Please address me at Austin, Tex.
ALLEN HODGE.
P.S. I am a minister in the A. M. E.
Church.
INFORMATION WANTED--Of my
brother James Hammond. He left Grif-
fin; Ga , along about September 1855, and
went to Nashville, Tenn , with Mr. Phil
Flippens. Since then I have heard noth-
ing of him Mat Hammond, Floyd Co.,
Seney, Ga.
INFORMATION WANTED.--Of
my son Henry Mays. He enlisted
in the United States Army in Mis-
souri. Any information concern-
ing him will be gratefully received
by his mother MARGARET HAYS.
Newton, Iowa.
INFORMATION WANTED.--Of Rev.
General Daney's whereabouts. He left
here and went to the Mississippi Confer-
ence His people want to know where
he is Let me know at once if possible.
Yours in Christ,
F. H. GOODMAN.
Florence, Ala.
Mr. Editor - I wish to inquire
for my relatives, Uncle Montgom-
ery and Aunt Martha Middling.
They belonged to Hawkling Mid-
dling. Before the war he carried
them to Texas. I last heard of
them in Galveston. I belonged to
Thomas Williams before the war.
Address me at Mason, Tenn.
J.W. WILLIAMS.
MR. EDITOR-I wish to inquire
for my mother's people, whom she
left in Norfolk, Va. Her mother's
name was Betsy Ridley; her father
Thomas Moseley; sisters, Lizzie,
Georgana; brother, William. She
was sold from Ridley to Ruskin,
and he sold me to a negro trader by
the name of Mr. Hall. I left them
in 1850 or '51, and was brought to
Mississippi, and I have not heard
from them since. My name at that
time was Katie Ridley. I now go
by the name of Catherine Strong.
Address me at Aberdeen, Miss.,
care of W. T. Strong.
Notice.--Information is wanted of my
mother Sucky Boone, of my brothers Jor-
don, William, and Frederick ; of my sisters
Matilda, and Harriet. Belonged to Capt
Samuel Boone, Callamy county, Missouri.
Address, Peter Boone, Hamilton, Ont., care
of Josiah Cochran, King St. [sep26 6w
WANTED--Information wanted of
my mother. Her name was Eliza Par-
ker, we lived at Flat Rock, S. C., with a
man named Nettle. My sister was named
Jeanett Dunlap. Any information will
thankfully be received by Caroline Lister
at Ennis, Texas.
Do You Know Them?
Carbondale, Ill., Feb. 12, `07.
My Dear Brother:
Being unacquainted with any one
in your city, I am writing you,
through your Postmaster, this letter
of inquiry in regard to some of my
relatives who may live in that coun-
try. I refer to the Samson Wilker-
son family (colored).
I am the son of Sofa Wilkerson
who was taken away from Richmond,
Virginia, about fifty-six (56) years
ago by Roberson and Garrett, Slave
traders, and taken to Mississippi and
sold into slavery. Her (Sofa Wil-
kerson's) first husband's name was
Callis Sheppard. She was also the
mother of Georgiana, Juda and Van-
uel, the last name being a boy born
blind.
She also had other children whom
I cannot name. Her supposed hus-
band, when she left there, was Henry
White and her mother's name was
Lucy Wilkerson. When she left
Virginia, I think she was living with
Dick Chidester.
If any such person or persons can
be found there or any where else
that you know of, please write to
the undersigned and you will greatly
oblige a friend and brother.
Yours very truly,
HENRY WHITE,
703 N. East Street,
Carbondale, Jackson Co.,
Illinois.
INFORMATION WANTED of Mrs. Sarah E. Marshall. Any person knowing her whereabouts will please address her son, Sergt. John A. Marshall, Co. G, 2d U. S. C. T. Light House Barracks, Key West, Fla.
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.
$200 REWARD--The subscriber will pay
the above reward to any one who will
bring him, or to this office, his grandchild, of about
five years of age. His father's name was Jacob Mc-
Kenzie [McKenzie], and his mother's name was Salina. (by the
child called Nena.) The mother was formerly held by
Jacob Barrett, of Linton Ga., and hired to Dr.
Carr, of Washington co., Ga. Soon after General
Sherman's army entered Savannah, the mother and
child started for the same place. At Winsboro the
mother was taken sick, and placed the child in charge
of a gentleman who had but one leg, and who pro-
mised [promised] to taken the child to Savannah for her. The
gentleman's name is unknown; but if the facts stated
shall be sufficient to identify the child, the kindness
of the one who restores him will ever be remembered
in addition to the above reward being paid.
ISAAC WILLIAMS,
Nov. 2S-tf9 50 Wolf St., Charleston, S.C.
$200 REWARD.
DURING the year 1849, Thomas Sample
carried away from this city, all his
slaves, our daughter, Polly, and son, Geo
Washington, to the State of Mississippi
and subsequently to Texas, and when
last heard from they were in Lagrange,
Texas. We will give $100 each for them
to any person who will assist them, or
either of them, to get to Nashville, or get
word to us of their whereabouts, if they
are alive. Any information concerning
them left in this city, at our place, so that
we can get it, will be liberally rewarded.
BEN. EAST,
sept16 FLORA EAST.
$2000 FOR JAMES H. ROGERS
LAST HEARD OF IN ST. LOUIS.
To the Paladium.
Please give me space in your columns
to locate one, James H. Rogers.
He has relatives in this state, and
upon his presence depends the settlement
of a will involving several thousand
dollars. $2,000 will be paid to
James Rogers, the senior brother of
T. C. and Lucile Rogers, Rogers is
sometimes known as James Washington,
because of slave parents, he was
last heard of in St. Louis. Will thank
any and am most sure he will reward
them for such information of James H.
Rodgers as they may give me, he has
two daughters, Mollie and Florence.
Please write me any information
STANLEY P. MITCHELL,
$5 REWARD.
Information wanted, of my son, James
Charles Handy, of Milford, Del., where he
lived with Dr. Mitchell, to whom he was
sold by Thomas Layton. He is 18 years
old. He has a brother, James Edward, and
sister, Martha Jane Handy. Any informa-
tion of his whereabouts will be thankfully
received by his father,
TILMAN HANDY,
Byberry Township,
Philadelphia, Pa.
To any one giving the desired informa
tion, I will give Five Dollars reward.
Feb 6. TILMAN HANDY
1 mo
$500.00--This sum awaits the relatives
of Lydia Ann Young, (colored),
who for many years prior to 1890
lived in Baltimore as a domestic. She
was reared in Accomack County and
visited there from time to time. Was
unmarried. Was below the average
in size and black. Is said to have a
sister living in Accomack. Information
leading to finding this sister or
other relatives will be well paid for.
B.T. Gunter.
$8,000 Will be Paid to Colored Heirs.
$8,000 awaits relatives who can
prove they are the next kin and
heirs-at-law of Henry Washington,
colored, a body guard in 1860-5 of
Ex-Governor Richard Yates of Illi-
nois.
For information, address J. C.
ROBERTSON, Attorney-at-Law, True
Reformers Building, 604-608 N. 2nd
Street, Richmond, Va.
4t
----Information of the where-
abouts of Job Jameson, colored,
who came to Texas soon after
the war, is wanted by his broth-
er, Elder T. Cooper, Brenham,
Texas.
---George Thompson is a negro of Newport, 81 years of age, who escaped from slavery at Freder-ick, Md., forty-six years ago, leaving a wife and family, and who has just heard from his wife, whom he had given up for dead, having been unable to hear from her in years past. Since his flight to the North he has married, but his second wife and four children have died, and he is going back to Freder-ick to join his first. He recently received a letter from one of his daughters, who is a widow and has had fourteen children.
--Exchanges will please copy: Mrs.
Rosetta Shotwell, of No. 8 Meridan
street, Chicago, would like to learn of
the whereabout of her son, Auctavious
Audwine, who was born in Macon, Ga.
Last account of him he was in New
Orleans, La., in the year of 1872. Any
information as to his whereabouts will
be thankfully received at the above
named number.
--If Mr. Albert H. Harris, former-
merly of Rochester, N. Y., will com-
municate [communicate] with Mrs. Charlotte Mason,
814 North 3rd Street, Richmond, Va.,
he will receive information of interest
to him. 2t
3 BROTHERS, PARTED BY
SLAVE BLOCK, REUNITED
Meet for the First Time in Louisville
in More than Half a
Century.
LOUISVILLE, Ky., Dec. 26.--The
slave block, once the center of com-
merce in New Orleans, has rotted,
and even its former site has been oblitera-
ted by the hand of progress. But
memories of Christmas, seventy years
ago were revived here yesterday by
three aged negroes, brothers, who
were separated by the slave block in
1859. They met for the first time in
more than a half century, and after
a day spent in Louisville left last
night to visit their mother in Litch-
field whom they have not seen since
that day. Their mother is more than
100, and at the point of death.
The three were put up for auction,
and each was sold to a different
master, two to Louisianians and one
to a Tennesseean. After emancipa-
tion they remained with their former
masters.
[Advertisements under this head will be charged
TEN CENTS per line for each insertion.]
WANTS.
INFORMATION WANTED-Of Bill Madkins,
colored, 18 years old and stutters badly,
by his mother, Lettie Madkins, who is in the city
in search of him. Leave word at corner of Walnut
and Bilbo streets, near Franklin Pike, with
Henry Douglass. 1t*
[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,
ELEVATOR Office, or any person knowing
his present residence will please write
as above.
A
A COLORED BOY LOST OR STOLEN, on Thurs-
day [Thursday], the 6th instant, by the name of CHARLES
BRICE, aged eight years. Any information in re-
gard [regard] to him will be thankfully received by his dis-
tressed [distressed] mother, ANNIE GREY, 16 Hampstead st.,
or LEMUEL PIERCE, 130 Dover street. s15-2t*(
A Colored Veteran.
S. T. Moore, Tallula, Miss., writes us
as to the case of Archibald Brown, of
Co. I, 64th U. S. C. T., who enlisted at
Davis Bend, Miss., in 1863, and was
mustered out at Vicksburg; but the War
Department said he deserted, and did
not serve until May 1, 1865. The facts
are that he came home, sick, with his
papers in his pocket, but his wife, now
an aged and poor widow, did not know
anything about them, and washed them
to pieces. He was so sick as to be un-
able [unable] to return to his regiment, which
caused his name to be dropped as a
deserter. His widow is 94 years old and
utterly without means. She wishes that
some one would help her a little in this
matter, and if Congress would give her
a pension it would not be for long.
A colored woman in this city,
named Martha, who formerly belonged
to Mrs. Dolly Camps of Elkton,
Tennessee, desires information of her
children. Her daughter Cicely when
last heard of was in possession of Mr.
John Yerger, of Memphis, a grand
son of Mrs. Camp. She had a son
named Tom. Lewis, who, when last
heard of, was with a daughter of Mrs.
Camp, Mrs. Flournoy, formerly of
Shreveport, Louisiana. She is exceedingly
anxious to hear something of
them, having lost sight of them for a
number of years, and hopes by giving
their names with those of their former
owners to find them again.
A colored woman named Rachael McCutcheon
earnestly desires information of
the whereabouts of her daughter Dolly.
Any one able to give the required information
will confer a great favor by addressing
the above the Post-office.
Read advertisement.
A Father and Mother in Distress.
THE undersigned, a distressed father and
mother of ALFORD, and also Randal and
his wife Elizabeth Underwood, are anxious
to hear where they are. They formerly be-
longed [belonged] to the estate of Phillip Carpenter, of
Franklin county Ala., on Little Bear Creek,
and in the division of the estate fell to the
wife of Robert Daniels. They left there in
December 1866 to go live with Miss Anna
Jourdon, (now married) in Green county
Ala. Will newspapers in Franklin and
Green counties please give notice of the
above, and a thousand times oblige two
aged parents.
STEPHEN McKINNY.
SILVA McKINNY.
DUCK HILL, CARROLL, CO., MISS.
2tw.
A Former Slave's Appeal.
The following pathetic appeal is print-
ed [printed] in the Star of Zion, Chariotte, N.C.,
and is from a former slave who wants to
find his relatives, 37 years after they were
set free:
"Information wanted of my mother, sis-
ter [sister] and brother. My mother's name was
Lucy Jennings, and was a servant of Dr.
Jennings, of Shelby, N.C. My brothers'
names were George and Jim Jennings. I
left him in South Carolina, Darlington dis-
trict [district]. He was a servant of Dr. Beaty
Jennings. My sister Armelia was living
near my brother Jim, and was a servant
of Mrs. Cornelia Douglass. My brother
George was carried to Atlanta, Ga. My
daughter Ella and I were taken from my
husband in Shelby. I was brought to
Atolla county, Mississippi, and my hus-
band [husband] was carried to Richmond, Va. His
name was Jerry Cancer. If any one
knows of these people, please write to
"Martha Jennings-Lucas,
"Kosciusko, Miss."
A FREEDMAN IN SEARCH OF HIS WIFE.-- Peter
Mellett (a freedman, whose address is Sumter,
S. C.) desires information concerning the whereabouts
of his wife, whose name is Henrietta, and
who belonged to the estate of Isaac Lenoir, of
Sumter District. She was carried from this section
to one of the Southwestern States about
seven or eight years since.
A GENTLE reminder of the old, happy
days in the South is found in the fol-
lowing [following], clipped from the Indianapolis
Evening News, under the head of "In-
formation [Information] Wanted:"
Mrs. Lucy Burk, of Richmond, Vir-
ginia [Virginia], a colored woman, wants infor-
mation [information] concerning Mary Burk, who
was sold from Captain Samuel Free-
man's [Freeman's] Virginia estate during slave
times.
A Long Lost Mother.
----
[Evansville Journal.]
Twenty-eight years ago Mary Stowers,
a slave woman, belonging to Harrison
Stowers, of Owensboro, was sold to parties
living in Shelby county, Kentucky, and
was with her little girl of two years
taken away, leaving her boy, Willis
Green, then four years old, with her
former master, John Stowers, who had
sold her to his brother. For some time
after her sale she managed to send word
to her boy occasionally, but after a
couple years she was sold to the dreaded
negro-traders, and was taken south, after
which all trace of her was lost. The
boy Willis grew to manhood, and by the
events of the war became free and came
to Evansville. During all these years,
not having heard of his mother, he supposed
her dead, but her memory was still
bright, and he often thought of her as
she must have suffered in the cotton-field
under the lash of the cruel taskmaster.
On Monday he was almost electrified
at being told that an old woman, claiming
to be his mother, was in the city in search
of him, but the lapse of time had been
so great that he was incredulous, but
faint as the hope was, he determined to
follow it, and see if it should prove delusive.
He went, as directed, to the
house of his uncle Ed. Davis, and there
met an old woman who clasped him in
her arms, and wept over him as her son.
To test the genuineness of her claim,
Willis asked, "How do you know I am
your son?" And the old woman gave
her reasons, detailing facts that were
known to him as having occurred. He
then showed her his right hand, and
asked, "Can you tell how I lost that little
finger?"
"Yes," replied she, "your young master
cut it off while chopping a trough,"
and Willis accepted the evidence as much
stronger than that of the traditional
strawberry mark.
The aged woman, after being sold to
Alabama, was placed on a cotton farm,
and worked as a field hand until the
close of the war extinguished slavery.
As soon as free, she determined to return,
and worked to that end, but ill
health several times interfered to prevent,
and it was not until two weeks ago that
she found her way to Lewisport, and
subsequently to Owensboro, where she
heard that her daughter was dead and
her son, and brother, (Ed. Davis), were
in Evansville, and now, after a separation
of twenty-eight years, the old and broken
down woman has found her son, who rejoices
at the reunion, and welcomes her
to his humble home.
A Long Lost Son.
Any one knowing of the whereabouts of
John Dixon, colored, will confer a favor by
communicating with his mother, Ellen
Dixon, care of NATIONAL REPUBLICAN. The
following is from a memorandum made by
Mr. John T. Bloxham during the late war:
On Thursday, Aug. 8, 1861, in the evening,
about 4 o'clock; my negro boy, John Dixon,
was carried off by some one of 32d California
regiment, New York. The boy is dark copper
color, and is supposed to be about 5 feet 6 or 8
inches in height, 19 years old. This regiment
is commanded by Col. Madison. Sept. 10,
Henry Morris, the colonel's cook, told me that
Lieut. Dimont said he left the said negro boy
with Lieut. Col. Pinto in New York. This
said Pinto belonged to the same regiment.
JOHN T. BLOXHAM.
FAIRFAX CGUNTY, VA., Oct. 11, 1887.
Ellen, tell Henry I would like to see him.
A Long-Lost Brother.
Information is wanted of one Willis Brown, colored. He was last heard of about 1859 or '60, when he was the property of a Mr. Boone, near Nashville, Tenn. Any information concerning him will be thankfully received by his brother, Charles Brown, at Plattsmouth, Cass county, Nebraska.
A Memory of Slavery Days.
CAPE MAY, Dec. 5. - Colonel H. W.
Sawyer has in his employ as a cook a col-
ored woman, Mrs. Marcia Calmikle, who
was born of slave parents and was sepa-
rated from her mother by the latter's be-
ing sold when she was but 1 month old.
She is now 31 years of age and has just
heard of the whereabouts of her mother
and family for the first time. She has
been making strenuous efforts to discover
them for several years, and received to-
day a letter in reply to an advertisement
inserted by her in a Richmond, Va.,
paper, informing her that they were alive
and well and living in Richmond. Mrs.
Calmikle is very happy at the discovery,
and will soon visit them.
A Mother of Twenty-seven Children
in Search of Her Offspring.
To the Editor of the Banner:
Knowing that you have always been
kind to the poor I desire to put this
notice in your paper:
I desire to know of the whereabouts
of my five children (colored), viz:
Polly Bell, Grafton Bell, Jeremiah Bell,
Lorenzo Bell and Fanny Bell. They
lived in Dickson County when last
heard from. I have made every effort
in my power to hear from them, and,
having failed therein, am very un-
happy [unhappy].
We were separated in the year 1858,
at which time we resided in Dickson
County, at Bell's Iron Works.
I have had 'twenty-seven children', and
now I don't know the whereabouts of
but three.
Very respectfully,
JANE BELL,
Formerly servant of Montgomery
Bell and now at the Planters' Hotel,
Summer Street.
A Mother's Search.
An interesting incident has just been
brought to light in Owensboro, Ky., in
which Martha Cobble, who served a
great portion of her life in slavery in
Virginia, and who forty years ago was
separated from her children, is the he-
roine. The mother and her offspring
were owned by a planter in Richmond,
Va., and at the breaking out of the
gold excitement in California in 1849
her master sold her two sons, aged 8
and 10 years, to a slave-trader from
New Orleans to secure money to go to
the gold fields. The boys were taken
to New Orleans, where they were again
sold, the oldest, Thurston Cobble, to
parties in Henderson, Ky., and his broth-
er Ned to a party living in Texas. As soon
as her boys were taken from her the
mother, who was held by the chains of
slavery, set about to learn where her
children were taken and to keep trace
of them, hoped that some day they
would be reunited. She succeeded in
learning that they had been taken to
New Orleans, but here she lost all trace
of them, but did not despair, and con-
tinued her search by means of letters
written for her by friends to various
parts of the country, all of which were
fruitless. Soon as she was given freedom
she worked hard and saved her earn-
ings in order to pursue her search. She
managed by stinting herself to visit
New Orleans, thence to Memphis, Nash-
ville, Tenn., and many other places, at
last returning to Richmond, Va. During
all her travels sha would get friends to
write for her to points where she
would occasionally receive information
which might possibly bring her some
news of her boys. Finally she, by some
accident, learned that Thurston had
been sold and taken to Henderson, Ky.
She got some of her friends to write to
some of the members of the Baptist
church at Henderson. A reply was re-
turned that he had gone to Daviess
county, Ky. A letter was addressed to
the Baptist church in Owensboro, which
was handed to Thurston Cobble, who
has been employed for some time as
porter in the Deposit Bank. Thurston
at once secured money and forwarded
it to his aged mother, who is now 85
years old and nearly blind. The money
brought the mother to Owensboro Sun-
day, and the meeting of the faithful
parent and her son was a joyous scene.
She was also rewarded by learning that
her other son is doing well near Dallas,
Tex.
A NOTABLE GATHERING.
Five Generations Meet in This City--
A Family's Strange History.
Yesterday morning a reporter was directed
to visit No.246 Linden square, where a
colored family by the name of Johnson resided,
and assured that he would there find
an interesting item. Ellen Johnson, the
mistress of the house, told a very peculiar
story. She said that fifty years ago she and
her mother were slaves, owned by Mr. Ben
Johnson, of Frankfort, Ky. She was about
ten years old when her mother was sold and
taken away from her. When she was twenty-five
years of age she came to Louisville,
and has since lived here, having married in
the meantime.
She had not seen or heard of her mother
since they parted, fifty years ago, until last
February, when she received a letter from
her parent, dated New Orleans. The old
woman heard in some way that her daughter
was living in Louisville and at once made up
her mind to come and live with her. Shortly
after this she was taken sick and was not
able to travel.
Thursday night about 8 o'clock neighbors
were surprised to hear a joyous uproar coming
from No. 246. Everybody in the house
seemed to be shouting and yelling at the top
of their voices. The din sounded like a regular
camp-meeting jubilee, and was prolonged
until about 11 o'clock.
Yesterday inquiries were made, and it
was learned that the old woman, the mother
of Ellen Johnson, who had been parted from
her daughter for fifty years, had arrived.
Mother and daughter of course did not
recognize each other, but were overjoyed,
nevertheless. The mother is 112 years old
and her daughter 60. Living in the house
with Mrs. Ellen are her great grand-children.
This makes them the great great
grandchildren of Mrs. Johnson's mother.
Strange as it may seem, the reporter saw the
great great grandmother, the great grand-mother,
the grandmother, mother and children
all assembled in the same room.
A Romance of Slavery.
Saturday two ex-slaves, neither of
whom had ever been married before,
were granted a license to wed by probate
Judge Snyder. They were Richard
Jones, aged 55, and Jane Vaughn,
aged 40, both of this city. The two
negroes, when children, were owned
by the same master. When the war
was over and the slaves emancipated
the two were separated and did not
meet again until quite recently. The
old friendship was renewed, and as
both were single they became engaged,
and Saturday night they were
married.
A ROMANCE OF SLAVERY.
The Husband and Wife Torn Apart
Forty Years Ago Happily United.
Rome, Ga. Special to Courier-Journal.
That there are romances as touching
in negro life as were ever told is
proven by the story of a colored
couple named Uncle Levi and Aunt
Aggie, who lived in Cedartown Valley.
In 1840 Levi belonged to Mr.
Sparks, who then resided in Morgan
county. In the same county lived
Dr. E. E. Jones. Among Dr.
Jones’ slaves was a fine looking
mulatto girl, whoes smiles was courted
by every young male slave in the
community. She was named Aggie.
Levi and Aggie met often at corn-shucking
frolics. They were partners
in the dance and play, and every
Saturday night he would obtain a
pass to visit her. Thus Levi wooed
and Aggie was won. They married
in 1843.
“And I was so happy when I met
every Saturday night to see my young
wife,” said Uncle Levi. They had
only been married a year when Mr.
Sparks moved from Morgan to Polk
county, carrying the broken hearted
husband with him. After five or
six years separation, believing they
would never again see each other,
Levi married one of his master’s
women.
“But, Boss, I never loved her like
Aggie,” was the old man’s explanation.
Aggie, too, married, and both
raised a large family; but their
thoughts often drifted to the past.
Neither knew whether the other was
living. At last came the down fall
of the Confederacy and the freedom
of slaves. Upon enquiry Uncle Levi
found that his old love was still living
and married. He went nobly to
work for his second wife. Ten years
ago Aunt Aggie’s husband died and
left her without providers. News
reached Uncle Levi, and he sent
word to his old love to come and live
with him and his wife. This Aunt
Aggie refused to do. Years flew
fast, and the boy and girl who sang
and danced at the corn-shucking,
who loved, married and were parted
grew old with an aching void in their
lives as its evening drew near. Two
years ago Uncle Levi’s wife died,
and after a few months mourning he
went for Aunt Aggie. She went to
her old love, and after a separation
of forty years they were united.
They return in part to days of their
youth, and their love is young again.
Everybody in the neighborhood has
heard the sad story and they are recipients
of many kindnesses. Aunt
Aggie is now 60 and Uncle Levi is
70.
A Romance of Slavery.
The Norfolk Virginian mentions a romantic
incident in the life of a negro
man named David Walke, who was sold
and taken to New Orleans thirty-two
years ago: At the time he was living as
man and wife with a woman by the
name of Nancy Gibbs. He remained
in New Orleans until last year, when he
paid a brief visit to this city and returned
home. A few days since he
packed up bag and baggage and came
back to Norfolk to live. One of his first
acts on arriving here was to procure a
marriage license, and the next evening
he and his former wife were legally
united, he being eighty-three and she
seventy years of age. Such constancy
and indubitable evidence of affection
outliving time and absence deserves
notice. Both negroes were slaves of
the old regime, and are both highly respected.
A Romance of Slavery.
Columbus (Ohio) Journal.
A very pretty story is told of the restoration
to his children of an old colored
man who was a slave before the late war.
He belonged to one master, while his
wife and two children, one of whom is
now a minister and the other a Columbus
coachman, were owned by another
man, who liberated them at the time of
his death. The three came to Ohio immediately,
and had never seen or heard
of the husband and father until, through
aid rendered by the father of a well-known
Columbus grain dealer, he was
found in Washington, D. C.
A SAD DEATH.
After Many Years an Aged Father Meets His
Son and Soon After Dies.
A pathetic death occurred in thi
city day before yesterday that i
worthy of more than a passing notice.
Since the war Rev. Mack Henson, a
colored preacher of this city, who because
of his earnestness as a minister
and his courteous and gentlemanly
bearing is respected by all who know
him, has been diligently trying to find
his father from whom he was separated
while a slave. He has written
letter after letter, advertised in many
newspapers, and even offered rewards
for information of the whereabouts of
his aged parent. After all these years
his efforts were crowned with
success, and about two weeks ago,
to the great joy of the son
his father was located in Alabama.
Preparations were at once made to
have him come to Austin, and Saturday
the old gentleman, bowed with
the weight of years, reached the city
to join his ever faithful son.
The occasion was one of great joy,
and neighbors and friends were invited
to the house of Rev. Mack Henson,
where an elegant supper was spread
in honor of the occasion. The joy
was too great for the old gentleman,
however, and about 11 o’clock he was
stricken down with appoplexy and
never rallied. He died Monday, and
passed into the realms of infinite
goodness, where sorrow will be known
no more forever, and where parents
and children and friends will never be
separated. Rev. Mack Henson has
the profound sympathy of all who
know him, both white and black, in
this his hour of bereavement.
A THIRTY YEARS' SEARCH.
Mrs. Bashop's Pitiful Quest for Her
Daughter, Patience.
THEY WERE SEPARATED AT AN AUC-
TION [AUCTION] SALE OF SLAVES.
The Aged Mother Sought in Many States
for Clues of Her Missing Child, but
Without Avail—Now She Wants "The
World's" Million Readers to Assist
in Finding the Girl for Whom She
Has Slaved So Long to Discover.
For thirty-three years Mrs. Clara Bashop,
of Morristown, N.J., has been searching for
her lost daughter, and she is searching still.
Tears have often flowed over the woes of
Uncle Tom, but her story is sadder and more
pathetic than the one Mrs. Stowe so feelingly
told.
Mrs. Bashop is tall and slender, and her
sad face shows the refinement which the col-
ored [colored] women in the aristocratic old families of
the South so often possessed. At the Col-
bath [Colbath] House, in Morristown, where she is in
charge of one of the most important depart-
ments [departments], she receives the implicit confidence
and respect of her employers and of all others
who know her.
Mrs. Bashop belonged to Dick Christian, a
wealthy country gentleman, who lived near
Charles City Court House, Va. But like many
other Virginia country gentlemen of those
days, Mr. Christian became involved in debt
and his slaves were placed on the block.
Among them were Mrs. Bashop and her
twelve-year-old daughter, Patience.
"She was a bright little girl," said Mrs.
Bashop yesterday, "and when we were taken
into the market-place to be sold I prayed that
wherever we might go we would go to-
gether [together]."
But her wish was not fulfilled. She was
sold first, and Ben Davis, a professional
negro trader, bought her. Then the little
girl was placed on the block, and while the
weeping mother stood by she was sold to a
stranger. Mrs. Bashop fell on her knees be-
fore [before] Davis and implored him to buy her
daughter from the stranger.
Though hardened by the constant sight of
such scenes, Davis's heart was touched by
the agony of the mother. He went to the
stranger and offered to buy the little girl,
but the latter refused to sell her, and went
away a few hours later with his purchase.
Mrs. Bashop has never seen her daughter
since, but her own history since then shows
how faithful is a mother's heart even though
it beats in the humble bosom of a slave.
Mrs. Bashop was carried to Charleston,
S.C., and sold again. That was in 1859, and
already the rumblings of the coming war
were heard. Slaves changed masters rapidly
then, and Mrs. Bashop was sold from one to
another, passing into Alabama and Missis-
sippi [Mississippi], being owned at Carrollton, in the latter
State, when emancipation came. But during
all her involuntary wanderings she had no
thought but of her lost daughter, Patience.
She begged each master to write back to
Charles City Court-House, Va., and endeavor
to discover something of her. Some com-
plied [complied]. Others did not. But no news ever
came of the missing girl.
When she was free Mrs. Bashop began the
search on her own account. For a long time
she could not get away from Mississippi. She
could earn but little money; not enough to
take her back to Virginia, where her daugh-
ter [daughter] had been sold, but she wrote letters and
friends wrote others for her.
At last she saved money enough to reach
Virginia, but the visit added only to her sor-
row [sorrow]. Her former master was dead and the
war had swept away old landmarks and old
recollections. No one knew anything of her
daughter. She could not even ascertain the
name of the man who bought her. But the
mother's heart was faithful still. She sewed
and she cooked and she did housework. She
denied herself to save money for her search.
She travelled through Virginia and she
went into Kentucky. She visited South Car-
olina [South Carolina] and the far South, and everywhere she
hunted for her daughter. She put advertise-
ments [advertisements] in the papers. She paid the colored
preachers to state the case in their churches
before their congregations, in order that one
person might tell the story to another and
thus spread it throughout the country.
But still no news came of the lost girl.
Though the years passed and the little
Patience, if alive, was a woman now, the
mother still hoped and worked. Then she
thought that her daughter may have come to
the North after the war and she renewed her
search in New York. She found a home here,
and for many months she hunted through
the great city. She repeated her advertise-
ments [advertisements] in the newspapers and asked the
colored preachers here, as she had in the
South, to help her, and still no news came of
the lost girl.
Though twenty years had now gone, the
mother was as faithful to her child's memory
as ever, and searched for her as eagerly and
as patiently as she did when first she was
free.
Finally she settled at Morristown, and has
for many years been employed at the Colbath
House. There she intends to remain. But
she is still searching for the lost girl.
Yesterday, knowing the power of a great
newspaper, she came to New York and asked
THE WORLD to help her. She is an old woman
now, and little Patience, if alive, is middle
aged, but she still thinks that she will find
her daughter.
As the tears flowed down her face and
dropped on the folds of her thick, black veil,
she said:
"I would know her the moment I saw her,
and I will find her yet."
A TOUCHING SCENE.-The Newtown (Md.)
Gazette says: The steamer Tangier last Satur-
day [Saturday] landed at our wharf a negro woman who
had been sold "way down South" some twenty
years ago. She belonged to the Rush estate,
and her father and mother, whose heads are sil-
vered [silvered] with the frosts of many winters, have re-
mained [remained] on the farm ever since. During the war
they lost all traces of their daughter, and gave
her up for lost. In the past few years, how-
ever [however], communication was restored between pa-
rents [parents] and child, and it has been the one grand
hope of their declining years to once more see
their daughter. Recently they received a letter
from her at New Orleans, saying that she would
soon start for this place. For the past few
weeks every boat day the old couple could be
seen in town peering with eager eyes at the
faces of the passengers as the boats would reach
the wharf. A shad of silent disappointment,
and anon a tear, could be seen upon their
wrinkled faces when the found she was not
aboard. But last Saturday they were not dis-
appointed [disappointed]. As the boat neared the wharf a
buxom, comely mulatto waved a handkerchief
at the old couple. Pen cannot describe the joy
of the party when the woman finally found her-
self [herself] in the arms of her parents. The old lady
executed a half-shout, half-fandango, skip
around, and the old man stood on his head, and
the "hour of jubilee" was on that wharf for
many minutes. It was one of the most touch-
ing [touching] incidents we ever witnessed.
A. B. Dixson, Yazoo county,
Miss., wishes to find his friends,
Permelia Dedment, Geo. Dedment,
Peter Dedment, Henry Dedment,
Caroline Dedment and Frank Ded
ment; also his grandfather, Austin
Dedment. He left them in Ruther-
ford county, Tenn., with Joseph
Dedment, in 1869.
Aberdeen, Miss., Dec. 29, 1880.
MR. EDITOR ----- I desire to inquire
for my sister. Her name is Caroline
Ambrose. I last heard of him
in Texas. My name is Mary
Knight. Address me at Aberdeen.
My old owner was B. M. Terrill
ABSALOM FOUTS WANTED.
Postmaster Atkinson yesterday received
a communication from the postoffice
department at Washington making
special inquiry for the whereabouts
of Absalom Fouts, who at the last
known of him was in this city or vicinity.
The department has matters
of importance in hand in which Fouts
is interested and his presence with
Postmaster Atkinson is desired. The
postoffice department here has been
unable to locate the man.
Addresses Wanted.
S. T. Moore, Box 138, Tallula, Miss.,
Co. H, 64th U.S.C.T., wants address
of former company and regimental
comrades.
ADDRESSES WANTED.
WANTED—Address of Jim Smith, body servant
of Andrew Smith, Second Lieutenant, Co. H, 3d
Ark.; afterwards 56th U. S. C. T. "Important." Ad-
dress Eli Newsom, Soldiers' Home, Los Angeles, Cal.
After a separation of thirty-six
years, Frank E. Lawrence, of South
Chester, has discovered the where-
abouts [whereabouts] of his father, in St. Joseph,
Mo. As slaves his father and moth
er [mother] were separated.
After fifty years of separation,
Nat Miller, the colored janitor has
found his sister whom he lost during
slavery times Nat Miller is now
54 years old and his sister about 67.
AFTER FORTY-FOUR YEARS
Jeff Frierson and Mary Burt Are Reunited
in Marriage.
Special Dispatch to The American.
SHELBYVILLE, Tenn., Sept. 24. --
A somewhat romantic marriage occurred
in colored circles last night. The
facts about it are these: Before the
Civil War, and in slave times, Jeff
Frierson, a slave belonging to the Friersons
of this county, and Mary Burt,
a slave belonging to Thomas Burt,
lived together as man and wife under
the old slave system of marriage. But
a few years before the Civil War Mr.
Burt sold Mary to an Arkansas man,
who took her to that State, and there
she has since resided, while Jeff still
remained here.
A few days ago, however, Mary returned
here on a visit to some of her
relatives. Soon after her arrival she
happened to meet Jeff, her one-time
husband, whom she thought was long
since dead.
At this meeting the old love was soon
revived, and the two were reunited
by legally constituted marriage bonds
last night, Dr. Stephens, of the Methodist
Episcopal Church, officiating.
Both have hosts of friends among the
white people, who are glad to see them
reunited after a separation of forty-four
years.
AFTER MANY DAYS,
A Former Slave Hears from
Her Old Home.
A Separation of Thirty Years
Having Elapsed.
A Scrap of History.
Years before the war of the rebellion,
Wm. Eli Baxter, a lawyer and planter,
lived in Hancock county, Georgia, not
far from the town of Sparta. He own-
ed [owned] 150 slaves, among the number, Fer-
aby [Feraby], a full-blood African, who was the
mother of three children, Amy, Will-
iam [William] Eli, and George, who took the sir
name of their owner, Baxter.
When Amy was ten years of age, her
young mistress married Dr. Carnell,
and received Amy as a marriage pres-
ent [present]. With her new master she lived
four years, when, her young mistress
dying, she was sold to Austin & Chism,
slave dealers, for $700, and taken by
them to Columbus, Georgia. She was
then fourteen years of age, as near as
she can recollect, and with oth-
er [other] slaves that had been purchased was
kept for two months in a slave pen,
locked up to prevent their escape, and
every day taken to the auction room in
front of the building and offered for
sale, and inspected by would-be pur-
chasers [purchasers], as horses are examined by
jockeys.
At the expiration of this time she
was sold for $900 to Hampton Smith,
of Mobile, Alabama, with whom she
lived three and a half years, and dur-
ing [during] that time was married to Alfred
Weiman, a slave of Smith's. They
were during this time on a cotton plan-
tation [plantation] in Wayne county, Miss.
They did not get along well with the
overseer, trouble ensued that resulted
in her husband trying to kill the over-
seer [overseer] with an axe. The row resulted in
both of them being sold to a slave dri-
ver [driver], the price paid for the woman being
$1,000.
They were taken to Decatur, Miss.,
and kept in a slave pen for two weeks,
when they were sold to two different
parties, but lived close together. Her
new master, Walter Nimmax, was a
merchant, and she lived with him but
six months, when she and her mistress
had some trouble that resulted in her
mistress going for her with a rawhide,
and being stood off by her slave with
an axe.
She ran away, and was secreted by
her husband for three weeks in a large
pile of cotton seed, into which she had
made a tunnel, the mouth of which
was filled up with cotton seeds. Her
husband visited her at night and fur-
nished [furnished] her food and water.
During her concealment she was
sold to David Gill for $1,100, and lived
in his family for three months. Gill
and family were piney wood white
trash, had always been poor, could
neither read or write, but by some
streak of good luck became possessed o
f some money, and to be aristocratic,
invested a portion in a slave, the first
they or their ancesters had ever owned.
She says they were poor, ignorant
white trash, and she told them she
would run away, and fearing the
threat would be carried out, she was
sold to two gamblers for $600.
These sports took her to Little Rock,
Ark., and sold her to Albert Flowers
for $1,000, with whom she staid two
months and was then sold to John
Quinlan, sheriff of Little Rock, for
$1,200.
With her new master she lived
three and a half years, and there was
an understanding between them, that
she should never be whipped, but her
owner seeing her talking to a free colored
man one day, became so incensed
that he gave her a severe whipping.
Soon after this little matinee occur
the rebellion came, and at last she
heard that northern gun boats were in
the river and would protect fugitives
who reached them. She ran away, and
by hiding during the day and traveling
at night, she at last reached, and was
taken on board the gun boat Tyler,
that was lying at Island No. 3.
The next day she was put on a trans-
port [transport] and taken to Helena, where she
was employed as cook for the officers
of Company D, 26th Iowa Infantry,
with whom she remained two weeks,
and was then employed by Lieutenant
Kirkpatrick, who took her to head-
quarters [headquarters], where she was installed as
cook for the officers of the company
commanded by Captain C. V. Gardner,
well known in the Hills, in which po-
sition [position] she remained three years, and
was at Little Rock most of the time,
and close to her old master's home.
At the close of the war she went to
Omaha, and was again married in that
city to Hannibal Morris, fifteen years
ago, with whom she is now living in
this city, arriving here in August,
1876.
In this city they are known as Mr.
and Mrs. Frenchy. During the many
years of her wanderings, thirty-five at
least, she never heard a word from
her mother or brothers, but has been
continually, for the last few years, at-
tempting [attempting] to reach them with letters, in
Texas, where she understood they had
all removed.
Two weeks ago a letter of inquiry
was sent to "Minister of the Gospel,
Sparta, Georgia," and yesterday she
received a letter from her mother. She
wrote that when she received the news,
she felt so glad that she shouted all
night.
It is to be hoped that after
so many years separation, the old slave mother
and child may be reunited again.
AFTER MANY YEARS.
AFFECTING MEETING OF TWO SISTERS.
Special Telegram to the Inter Ocean.
BATTLE CREEK, Mich., Nov. 19.--Forty
years ago Julia and Emeline, two sisters,
were slaves upon the plantation of a master
by the name of Hall, in Kentucky. Emeline
left her sister one night, and with a party of
fugitives crossed the Ohio River at Cincinnati,
and by means of the underground railroad
made her escape to Michigan and
thence to Battle Creek, where she has since
resided, the wife of Joseph Skipwarth, now
dead. In all these years she has never heard
of her sister until recently, when by accident
she learned that she was now Mrs. Julia
Lyon, living on a farm near Troy, Ohio, in
good circumstance. Yesterday Mrs. Lyon
arrived in this city, and the meeting
of the two sisters after forty
years separation was very affecting. Mrs.
Skipmarth is one of our most respected
colored ladies, and the two happy sisters
have received a number of calls to-day from
our leading citizens. The reminiscenses of
slavery days and their escape by the underground
railway, out of the changes which
have since taken place, are of the most interesting
nature. (2)
AFTER MANY YEARS.
Reunion of a Colored Man and His Wife,
Who Were Separated During the Days
of Slavery.
SPECIAL DISPATCH TO THE ENQUIRER.
YELLOW SPRINGS, OHIO, August 16.—In the
year 1857, when the baneful curse of slavery
existed in the South, the marrying and intermarriyngof
colored people were not recognized
by the forms of law, or regulated by
statute. They met and "loved at first
sight," and lived and cohabited together,
as the beasts of the forest, without
any legal preliminaries. The hero of this
story is Harrison Bradley, who, in the darkest
days of slavery, was a victim to its curses. In
the year above-mentioned, he met a beautiful
and fascinating girl, whom he loved at "first
sight." She, of course, returned his affections,
and they were married, as all
slaves were in those days. Two
years later, the happy couple were sold on the
block and separated. After the war had closed,
and slavery extinguished, Mr. Bradley came
to Ohio, and, supposing that his former "sweet
heart" was dead, married another woman.
This second wife died a short time
ago, and Mr. Bradley was again
alone in the world. A few days ago his former
wife, whom he had not seen since 1859, by
accident came here, and to her great surprise
found her former husband. It was a sad
though happy meeting. Preparations were
made immediately for their remarriage,
and that happy result was
consummated last night at the residence of
Mr. Bradley in the presence of a large body
of friends, both white and colored. Mr.
Bradley is in very good circumstances and is
respected by all, and it is hoped that the aged
couple, after so many years of hardships and
separation, may yet live a long, happy and
prosperous life.
After thirty years' separation Hiram
Jefferson and his son Thomas are reunited
in Janesville. The father became separ-
ated [separated] from his family just after the capture
of Fort Donelson, he being a slave on a
plantation near the fort.
AFTER THIRTY-TWO YEARS.
JACKSONVILLE, Ill. Anderson Banks
has returned from Lincoln, Neb., where
he was just finished an eight weeks’
visit with his newly found brother In
1857, four years before the opening of
the civil war, the father and mother of
Mr. Banks, with their twelve children,
were the property of Mr. Charles Yancy,
a planter who lived near Charlottesville,
Va. In that year the owner divided a
number of his slaves among his five
children, Anderson fell to the lot of a
Mr. Taliaferro, who had married one of
the Yancys. Madison Banks, another
brother, became the property of Dr. Yan-
cy [Yancy]. Both Dr. Yancy and Mr. Taliaferro
removed to Missouri. One of the sisters
went to Macon, Ga., two brothers were
sent no one knows where and the rest
of the family remained in the old domin-
ion [dominion]. Since Taliaferro and Dr. Yancy had
gone to different parts of Missouri, An-
derson [Anderson] lost sight and knowledge of all
except those in Virginia. The war
passed, year after year rolled in, but he
heard nothing from the lost members of
the family whom the institution of
slavery had swallowed up. He came to
Jacksonville and lived here a number of
years. A few weeks ago Wm. Mallory
saw upon the street of Lincoln, Nebraska,
a man who bore a marked resemblance
to his friend in Jacksonville. He stopped
the stranger and told him of the resem-
blance [resemblance] he had noted. The man remarked
that his name was Banks and said that
Andy was probably a brother. A corre-
spondence [correspondence] ensued which brought out
the facts and open the way to the visit
which Mr. Banks has just ended. The
man was his lost brother, Madison, from
whom he has been separated thirty-two
years. Madison Banks has prospered in
his western home and Attorney W. J.
Bryan, declares him to be worth a cool
$50,000. The reunion of the brothers
was a happy one.
AFTER TWENTY-NINE YEARS
A Mother and Daughter are Reunited.
The Daughter a Clarksburg Woman who
Was Sold During Slavery Days.
Special Dispatch to the Intelligencer.
FINDLAY, O., April 10.-A remarkable
reunion of mother and daughter who
had been cruelly torn from each other
at the slave block in 1863 has just taken
place in this city. The mother's name is
Mrs. Anna Mollie Wright, an aged col-
ored [colored] woman of Findlay, and the daugh-
ter [daughter] is Mrs. Anna Freedman, of Clarks-
burg [Clarksburg], W. Va. For twenty-nine years
the mother has been searching for her
missing daughter. She was found
through a chance remark of a colored
man from Clarksburg, W. Va., who
said that Mrs. Freedman, of his town,
had been writing letters to Dover,
Tenn., where she had been sold with
her family when a little girl.
Mrs. Wright thought this was strange
and wrote to a colored minister in
Clarksburg. The letter was read in the
church and led to the reunion of mother
and daughter.
AFTER YEARS OF SEARCH.
A Former Slave Finds His Mother, and Proves His Identity by a Strange Mark.
From the Indianapolis Sentinel.
John Easton, a colored fireman at the Nordyke-Marmon Works, has been for more than twenty years trying to find his mother, and about two weeks ago got traces of her whereabouts. They were separated when he was 7 years old, he having been sold by their master, William Hobbston, in Kentucky, to Dr. Henderson of Osceola, Ark. When the war came on Easton ran away and fell into the care of soldiers. After the war he came to Indiana and worked for years at Rushville. He then removed to Indianapolis, working for three years at the stockyards.
This was the story Easton told C. G. Kumler, foreman at the Nordyke-Marmon Works. As to the name of the town in Kentucky where Hobbston lived, all Easton could say was that it was something like Lovelace. Kumler became interested in the man’s search and learned that there was a Lovelaceville in Kentucky. He also got information that V. S. Lovelace lived there. Writing to him, he soon received a reply, in which Lovelace said he had been a resident there for fifty years, and knew many persons whom Easton had mentioned. Among those was Duke Robertson, who still remained on his old plantation on the south side of Mayfield Creek. Kumler asked Easton if he remembered the creek.
“Yes.” replied Easton. “I can remember that. My mother used to wash the clothes in a creek and dry them on the bank, and I used to go swimming in it.”
“What was the named of it?”
“I can’t remember.”
“If I told you could you remember it?”
“Yes, I think I could; but am not sure.”
“Well, was it Mayfield Creek?”
“Yes, sir; that was it, and it had a bend in it called Walnut Bend, where I used to fish.
Kumler then wrote again to Lovelace, inquiring about Clara Hobbston, as John called his mother. The answer of Mr. Lovelace was: “The woman you seek was Clara Clounch. Clara’s husband was and is William Hobbs, not Hobbston. She and Bill are both alive yet and live in Paducah, Ky. They had hard times during the war. They were living a mile from this place, peaceable, law-abiding citizens, but were awakened in the dead of night by bushwhackers. Bill was shot in his cabin and made a cripple for the balance of his life.”
These letters from his old home aroused great hope in Easton’s breast. He could hardly wait for a letter to his mother to reach Paducah, and wanted to go immediately to her. Kumler, however, advised patience, and asked Easton if he had any particular mark by which he could be identified. “Yes, sir,” he said, “I was born with two thumbs, and one was cut away when I was about six weeks old. You can see the scar on my hand where it was.” It was by this scar the mother identified her son, who is with her in Paducah.
AGED EX-SLAVE.
Left a Fortune of $50,000 by His
Former Master.
Benton Harbor, Mich., Sept 29.
--Robert Busby, an old ex-slave,
was today advised by a Charleston
(S. C.) lawyer that his former master,
Bradford North, who died four
years ago, has left him an inheritance
of $50,000. The old planter
left an immense estate, and his
fondness for Busby, who had been
his slave for 33 years, led him to
remember him in his will.
Ever since the death of North
the executors of his estate have
been searching for Busby. Advertisements
have appeared in all the
principal newspapers, making inquiries
for his whereabouts. One
of these was recently seen by a
friend of the old ex-slave and he
was advised of his good fortune.
Busby will leave at once for Charleston
to secure his inheritance.
He is 60 years old.--Cincinnati
Enquirer.
Albert and Mariah Harris, colored, aged 71 and 66, who lived as man and wife in their early days in Kentucky, were sold by their master thirty-seven years ago and separated. After their freedom they expected to find one another and have continued to search ever since and are just now success-ful. He has lived in Kentucky while she has for years lived in Saline county, Mo. Upon convincing himself that he had found his former wife, he started for Marshall, where he procured a license and will be married at once.
Alex Dawson, of Shreveport, La.,
desires information concerning his
brother, Len Davis, who was owned
by Robert Davis, of Shelbyville,
Texas, with whom he was in the
Confederate army. Was last heard
of in Mississippi. Address me in
care of Rev. S. E. H. Morant, Shreveport,
La. ALEX DAWSON.
ALEX WOOD. - Information is desired of the
whereabouts Alex. Wood, a member of the U.
S. Colored troops which left Philadelphia with the
army in 1864. The last time I heard from him he
was in Chicago, J. A. Simmons, Cane Springs,
Kentucky. 6-25-92
Alexander Ferguson, who was sold from
Richmond, Va. to Columbus, Ga., just before
the war. Any information respecting the
above will be gladly received by his brother,
Charles Washington Norman Fairleigh, Gloster
Road, Bristol, United Kingdom.
ALEXANDER OGLESBY INQUIRING
FOR SOLDIER COMRADES.
A letter from Mr. Alexander Ogles-
by [Oglesby], in care from Adjt. General's office,
War Department, Washington, D. C.,
has the following to say:
"I would like to find Mr. Mines
Goodall, who was a soldier, Company
L, 14th U. S.; C. T. or Abraham Puss-
ley [Pussley], who lived at Gallatin, Tenn., in
1865, or Robert Allen, who was a
soldier in Company F, 14th U. S. C. T.,
or any of the Oglesbys who were in
the 14th U. S. C. T., or any man or
woman who knows anything of these
soldiers.
This information will be thankfully
received. You may address me as
"ALEXANDER OGLESBY,
"Care of Adjt. General's Office, War
Department, Washington, D. C."
ALFRED AND JENNIE BYRD—I wish to find my
brother and sister, Alfred and Jennie, who was
sold in Gainesville, Ga. Alfred was taken to Co-
lumbus [Columbus] and sold by Dr. McAffee, and Jennie was
sold by Andrew Smith in Mississippi. She had
two children. a boy and girl. Her husband's name
was Peter McCrary, her mother's name was Lettie
Byrd. Their four brothers Sam, George, Elias
and Taylor, they were raised in Gainesville, Hall
County. Any Information thankfully received.
Address. George Byrd, No. 11 Cothran street,
Rome, Ga.
ALFRED BUTLER - I wish to find my brother,
Alfred Butler. He is 37 years old, about 5 feet 8
inches in height, is married and has two children,
boys - Alfred and Edward. Was last seen in Eliz-
abethtown, Ky., in 1880. I heard from him last
August. He was then in St Louis working on the
railroad. We are originally from Nashville, Tenn.
Address Ed. Butler, 596 W. Madison street, Chi-
cago Ill.
ALVY ELLIS wishes to know or hear
from her mother, JUDY, who was
free and lived with Mr. Spears, on Sul-
pher [Supher] Creek, about nine years ago. I
would like to hear from any of my rela-
tions [relations] that are living, and know who of
them are dead. My name is Alvy Ellis,
that once belonged to Christopher Ellis,
on Sulpher Creek. Address,
R. T. KENT,
nov4-3m Augusta, Ga.
Ambrose Maxey wishes to learn the whereabouts
of his father David, who belonged to Thomas Per-
kins[Perkins]; his mother Malinda, who belonged to Ned
Maxey; Sophie and Mary, sisters, and Jack a
brother. They lived between Richmond and Ap-
pomattox [Appomattox] C. H., Va. Also his cousins Watt,
Francis, Matilda, Wesley and Sam, their mother's
name was Eliza, and all belonged to Ned Maxey.
Ambrose was taken to Missouri when four years
of age by Hiram Maxey. Address, Ambrose
Maxey. Point Bluff, Adams Co.,. Wis.
An Inquiry
I would like to find my aunt. Her
birth name is Esther Chambers. I
don't know whether she has married
since or not. She had a son by the
name of George Ford. The last I
heard of them they were in
Richmond, Va. They were born in
Buckingham, Co, Va. Any information
of them will be gladly received by
her niece.
EMMA MORRIS,
East Long Branch, N. J.
An Inquiry [or Incuiry] Notice.
Do you know my sister? Her name
when last heard from was Rachel
Dodge. Our mother's name is Eliza
White, father's name Joshua White.
My name when we parted was Emma
Williams. We have a brother, Henry
White. We were owned by Dr. Baxter,
and lived in Princess Anne.
An Inquiry.
I would like to find my brother.
His name is Alexander Sprattley,
mother's name, Candace Sprattley,
father's name, Dandridge Sprattley,
sister, Minerva Sprattley, now
Minerva Williams. Mother from Prince
George County, Va. Father came
from Surry County, Va. When last
heard of, he was in Etna, Penn
He used to belong to a family of
Temples. Any information of him
will be gladly received. Address
MINERVA WILLIAMS
In care of PLANET Office,
814 E Broad St.
An Inquiry.
Want to know the whereabouts of
my brother, Washington Ingram who
left here with Giles Miller for the
Southern part of Alabama in 1865. Any
information as to his whereabouts will
be gladly received by
OLIVER INGRAM,
2t. Edwins P.O., Henrico Co., Va.
An Inquiry.
Richard Crow would like to learn
the whereabouts of any of his brothers
or sisters, viz : Mary Crow, Harriet
Crow, Clara Crow, Lizzie Crow,
Dave Crow, James Crow. When last
heard of in the year of 1865, they
were in Avington, Va. Any news of
them would be gladly received by
their Brother Richard Crow alias
John Rice as the people that brought
me to this country changed my
name.
AN IOWA GIRL IS LOST.
Pretty Maud Pitzer, of Silver City,
Disappears in Omaha.
OMAHA, Neb., April 29. — W. H. Pitzer,
of Silver City, Ia., has been in the city
for several days in search of his sister,
Miss Maud Pitzer, aged 21. Pitzer
says his sister was a teacher in the
schools at Hillsdale, Ia., until Monday,
April 20, when she resigned without
giving any reason and disappeared,
taking with her only a small valise.
She was traced as far as Council Bluffs
to the union transfer. Mr. Pitzer
fears that she may have become
despondent over some financial matters
and ended her life. Miss Pitzer was
an estimable woman and was very
highly regarded in the community in
which she resided. She is described as
attired in a blue dress with red checks,
trimmed in velvet, and wore away a
heavy blue cape and black straw hat
with Tam O'Shanter crown.
An old colored woman of Augusta, Georgia, who formerly resided in Washington, D.C. gives notice that Patty Varner, colored, desires information of her son Vincent Varner, a blacksmith who, when last heard from, was living in Middleburg, Loudoun county, Va. Any one having such information will receive thanks of the mother by addressing her at Augusta.
An Old Slave Marriage.
The Parties to It United After
Thirty-Five Years' Separation.
From the Globe Democrat.
An instance almost strange as
fiction itself occurred in the marriage
license department at the Recorder's
office yesterday. It appears
that about fifteen years previous
to the late civil war a colored
man, who now gives the name of
Anthony Edwards, and who was
then married after the custom of
those times, resided with his master
in Pike County, Mo. From
some cause not known to Edwards
his master sold him to a Southern
planter, but retained possession of
his wife and his former master
and child. After the war he remarried,
as did also his wife. His
second wife dying, he drifted to St.
Louis several years ago, and by a
peculiar coincidence his wife, having
lost her second husband, also
came to the city, the daughter by
the Pike County or slave marriage
accompanying her. The daughter,
having received some intimation
that her father was in St. Louis,
made indefatigable efforts to find
him, and after about three years'
search succeeded in locating him in
Edwardsville. The result was a
meeting between her father and
mother, after separation of over
thirty-five years. The sequel of
this meeting was the appearance at
the Recorder's office yesterday of
the aged couple for the purpose of
obtaining a marriage license.
They gave their names as Anthony
Edwards, aged 79 years, and Lucinda
Gibson, aged 78 years. They
looked remarkably vigorous and
hearty, considering their ages, and
still have before them a lease to
several more years of life. The
daughter was present, and appeared
overjoyed at the result of
her endeavors.
ANDREW HERN - I desire to find my son Andrew
Hern. He left here in 1887, heard from him 3 years
ago, was then in California, Los Angeles County.
Any information will be gladly received by Re
becca Seals, 180 South 3rd street, Lafayette Ind.
6-11-92
ANN ELIZA GASKINS--I wish to find my aunt whose maiden name was Ann Eliza Gaskins. She has since married a man whose name I do not know. She lived in New Bedford, Mass., some years and still resides somewhere in Massachusetts. Her oldest daughter was named Matilda. She is originally from Fayettesville, N. C. Address J. H. Jenkins, 8142 Dearborn street, Chicago, Ill.
ANN ELIZA GASKINS— I wish to find my aunt
whose maiden name was Ann Eliza Gaskins. She
has since married a man whose name I do not
know. She lived in New Bedford, Mass., some
years and still resides somewhere in Massachu-
setts. Her oldest daughter was named Matilda.
She is originally from Fayettesville, N.C. Ad-
dress, J.H. Jenkins, 3142 Dearborn street, Chica-
go , Ill.
ANN WOOD.--I wish to learn the whereabouts of
my mother Ann Wood, and my brothers and sisters
John, Lewis, Noble, Martha, and Lucinda Wood
also my half brothers Armstead and Thomas Wil-
liams [Williams]. These two were owned by Bolden Robert-
son [Robertson]. I was owned by John W. Fairfax, of Prince
William Co., Va, and last saw my mother in 1854
at Richmond, Va, Address Eliza Givens, care G.
B. Washington Preston, La.
ANNIE COMBS.--I wish to find my mother Annie,
brother Gus, sister Susannah Combs. I last saw
them in Enterprise, Miss, in 1860. Any tidings
of them or either of them will be thankfully re-
ceived by B. C. Combs 802 Spring street, Little
Rock, Ark. 6 11-92
ANOTHER LETTER OF INQUIRY.
The Globe is in receipt of a letter
written at Caster, Miss., in which the
writer asks that a notice be put in the
paper to assist in finding lost relatives.
The writer is Mr. Toney Black, who is
inquiring for his two sisters and
mother. The sisters were named
Elvie Wade and Marie Wade. They
used to live in Rutherford County.
They were owned by Langford Black.
He states that he left Tennessee about
1869, and that his mother's name
was Malinda Palmer. Any informa-
tion [information] leading to the whereabouts of the
three persons above described will be
sent to Tony Black at Caster, Miss.
Anthony Canady---I wish to find my father An-
tony Canady and my brother Basil Canady, when
last heard from were in Lexington, Ky. Address,
William Canady Box 900 Fargo, Dak.
ANTONY RODNEY.—I wish to find my brother,
Antony Rodney. I heard from him four years ago
in Chicago. Ill. Address Mrs. Louisa Mitchell,
Lake George, Miss. 1-2-92
Any imformation of Anna Grogan, for-
merly of Charleston, owned by Mr. William
Gill, of Mongomery Ala will be thankfully
received through this office, by her mother
Mrs. Elya. Grogans,
Any information concerning the
whereabouts of Daniel W. Jackson will
be thankfully received by his sisters,
Mrs. Hattie Pratt, Meadville, Pa., and
Mrs. Rebecca Reed, 473 Sterling avenue.
Cleveland, O.
Any information concerning Tony Dickens
of St Loius, but who may be in Kansas City at
present, will be thankfully received and re-
warded by Mrs Lucy Dickens, No. 10 Ash St.,
Hot Springs, Ark. It is to the interest of Tony
Dickens to answer at once.
Very Respectfully,
H. T. JOHNSON.
Any information from Eli Taylor, who left here three years ago, and went to Galveston, Texas. When last heard from was quite sick in Washington, D. C. Whether he recovered or not we are unable to say. Write to his mother, Angeline Taylor, care of Rev. H. Wright, Alexandria, La., Box 225.
ANY INFORMATION OF CAROLINE NORRIS,
colored, will be thankfully received by her son,
JAMES CARTER, at 28 Bath street. She was living,
up to the 5th of March, at St. Mary's city, P. O., St.
Mary's county. 1t*°
ANY INFORMATION OF DANIEL
WRIGHT, colored, who was employed in the 45th
Pennsylvania Regiment, and who left Charleston in
1862, will be thankfully received. Address
ADAM WRIGHT,
Box 293, Charleston P. O.
January 6, 3*
ANY INFORMATION OF SOLOMON HOLMES
Colored, of Dorchester County, Maryland, will
be thankfully received by his wife, EMILY
HOLMES, No. 1 Hughes street, between Light and
Charles streets. d8-3t*]
ANY INFORMATION OF THE WHEREABOUTS
OF MARGARET DENNIS, Colored, will be
thankfully received by UPSHUR DENNIS, No. 72
South Bethel street, between Gough and Pratt. 16-2t*
ANY INFORMATION will be thankfully received
of PERRY ALEXANDRIA WAYMAN, colored,
who left his home on last Friday morning, about 10
o'clock, by his distressed parents, at No. 247 OR-
LEANS [ORLEANS]
STREET. Nothing has been heard of him
since. He is between 10 and 11 years old, brown
skin, with straight hair, which has been lately cut.
He has a full round face, with a freckle on his
nose. je21-3t*]
Any knowledge of Diana Woodson, for-
maly of the Randolph estate, Middle Brook
Va. will be thankfully received by her sister
Mrs. H. C. JONES,
Binghampton P. O. 1099 N. Y
April 27-2 mo.
Any one knowing of the where abouts of Lucinda Blanford or her husband, James Blanford, or any of their children, will please inform Hillery Blanford, at Brazoria, county, Texas. I have not seen any of them since 1853. At that time my sister, Mary Dority, lived at Barseer; my mother, father and two of my sisters, Martha and Kitty Edwards, and another, Leavee Blanford. There was also a baby girl name Lucinda, and a young brother. The rest of the family were scattered to different places.
Any one knowing the where-
abouts [whereabouts] of my sister, whose maiden
name was Emma Walter, will
please inform me of the same. I
have not heard from her for 15
years; at that time she had married
and was living in Philadelphia.
Any one knowing whether she is
dead or alive will please address
me at No. 329 George street, Cin-
cinnati [Cincinnati], Ohio.
MRS. FRANSSUE.
Any one knowing the whereabouts of Jennie
Sweet, my mother, of Columbus, Franklin
county, Ohio, or Frank Hall. her brother, the
former when last heard of was living at 69 E.
Spring street, Columbus. The latter was living
in Athens, Ohio. Any information of either
persons will be thankfully received by
NELLIE SHANNON, -Era" Office,
19 Wellington Street Strand,
London, W. C., England.
Any one knowing the whereabouts of my
father, Thomas Lucas, of Wilmington, N. C.,
lived in New York City in the neighborhood of
McDugal and Sullivan streets about 1885. An
information will be gladly received by David
L. Brown, 1 Tottenham street, Tottenham
Court Road, London, W., England.
ANY PERSON KNOWING OF THE
whereabouts of George Hawkins, a son
of Elijah Hawkins, who lived with his
father in Albany, N. Y. up to the year 1860,
will confer a great favor on his brother,
Henry Hawkins, by writing to the Rev. L.
D. W. Smith, minister of the B. M. E.
Church, Chatham, Ontario, Canada
HENRY HAWKINS.
P. S.--It is to his interest that this in-
quiry is made.
ANY PERSONS that can give me any information
regarding HARRIET CATHERINE WILLIAMS,
JOSHUA MOORE, MARY THOMAS, MOSES
THOMPSON, EMILINE THOMAS, CALEB BRIGGS
and E.K. WELCH, colored, or if the aforesaid persons
will communicate personally with me, such information
will be thankfully received.
OLIVER THOMAS, 43 Green street, Newark, N.J. n17-2t*
Anybody knowing anything concerning Buel
Chapman will be gladly received by Fannie
Bousman, 188 E. Elm street, Columbus, O. I re-
ceived letters from him in '71, and heard later
that he was in the hospital at Caira, Ill., but
since then I have never heard of him. A sister
of his reside at the above address.
ANYONE knowing anything relative to or
the whereabouts of Victoria Chambers (col-
ored) will oblige by writing Manuel Rose,
Willard, Texas. She was last heard of in
Little Rock, Ark. 10
AUCTION SLAVES REUNITED.
CHAMBERSBURG, Pa., June 18-
Having been torn from each other on
the auction block, Levi Richardson, who
is at the point of death at his home at
Mainsville. this county. saw his sister.
Mrs. Clara Watters, of Pittsburg, yes-
terday for the first time since they
were slaves in Virginia before the war.
Augusta Nation who resides
in Industry, Texas, desires to hear
of her children. Her master was
James Henry Nation, her children
were Henry and Caroline Nation,
born in Gonzales, Mississippi. Any
information may be addressed to
Rev. H. C. Hofmann, pastor Third
German Methodist Episcopal
Church, 673 North Rampart street,
New Orleans.
AUSTIN, March 13, '77.
Mr. Editor: I wish to find my
mother. Her name was Clara Smith,
she was sold from me when I was
between six and seven years old.
She was sold to the speculators and
I don't know where. She was a
small dark brown woman and had
two other children. We belonged
to Wm. Smith and lived in Rockcastle,
near a big cave in Kentucky.
Any one learning of her, please
send me word to Austin, Texas,
care of the Rev. C.L. Madison.
SARAH MASON.
B
BABE DEBOW--I have a brother that was lost
from me in Nashville, Tenn., in 1867 or a little
after Hood's raid on Nashville. His name or the
name he went by as he was very small was Babe
Debow. His father's name was John Debow. He
was left with a family by the name of Richardson
in Nashville, Tenn. Any tidings of him will be
thankfully recieved by Thomas R. Robinson. 1435
Lucas ave., St. Louis, Mo. 12-12-01
BEN DADE--I wish to find my father Ben Dade.
He belonged to a man named Eli Anford, living
eight miles from Portland. My mother's name
was Linny. I had a brother named George and a
sister named Emeline. Any information will be
thankfully received by Joshua Dade, 906 Catherine
street, Vicksburg, Miss.
BENJAMIN COOPER, PRINCETON, N. J.,
inquires for his mother.
BETSEY BURR--Knowledge of the whereabouts
or death of Betsey Burr is wanted by her daughter.
She married Hosey Bell who belonged to Lovett
Bell. They left Newburne, S.S. for Memphis,
Tenn., about 1841. Address, Eliza Bailes, 129
Nassan street Brooklyn, N.Y.
Bob Burrel and Juno Dade were sold to Dan-
iel [Daniel] F. Cox by Edward Burkley, Prince Wil-
liams [Williams] Co. Virginia, four years before the Civil
War. Any information concerning them will
be appreciated. Harry Conway, Chattanooga,
Tenn.
BOY STOLEN.--A colored boy about ten
years old, named General Rouse, was stolen
from the market wharf, on Friday night, and
is supposed to have been carried in the direction
of Hyde county. Any information
pointing to his whereabouts will be thankfully
received by his father, Daniel Rouse,
on South Front Street.
Brown London Looking
for Relatives
A communication received from
Brown London of Clarksville, Tenn.,
wants to know if any one in Nash-
ville or any other part of the coun-
try where the Nashville Globe is
read, can give him an information
as to the present whereabouts of
John McCraty, Sam McCraty, Green
McCraty, or eWst McCraty. He says
says these four named men are his
uncles and that they went off with
the army. If any readers of the
Globe can help locate any of these
four men, please address your letter
to Mr. Brown London, at Clarksville,
Tenn.
BUCHANAN AND MARTHA CHILDS--These two
children have not been seen by their mother since
1861. They were sold to some man in North Caro-
lina or South Carolina. They were born in Mason
County, Ky. Their mother belonged to Boss
Shruf. The girl has a little piece chipped out of
her right ear. The children had straight black hair.
Any one knowing of these children will con-
fer a great favor by writing to Mrs. E. Wilson, 171
Plymouth Place, Chicago.
By Celia Gamby, of Baltimore,
Maryland, of her son Asbury Gamby.
Since enlisting, however, in the
seventh United States colored regi-
ment [regiment] he has gone by the name of As-
bury [Asbury] Bright. The last news of him
was that he had started with his regi-
ment [regiment] from Texas to Baltimore via New
Orleans.
By Helen M. Daniels, formerly of
Newbern, North Carolina, of her
mother, Anna Maria Williams. Also
of her sister Charlotte.
Information may be sent her at Mrs.
Fowlkis's, corner of Josephine and
Dryades streets, New Orleans.
By J. Marshall, of Georgetown, Dis-
trict [District] of Columbia, of his wife Mary
Marshall, sold from the family of Bet-
sey [Betsey] Thomas.
Address the inquirer, care Arthur
J. Brown, Georgetown, District of
Columbia.
By Nancy Gibson, who left Baltimore
in 1844, of her two sons, Frederick
Gibson and Thomas Barrick, from
whom she has been separated about
twenty-five years.
Address her care of Rev. A. Ross,
pastor of Wesley Chapel, New Orleans.
C
Can anyone tell me of my brother, James
Smith? He belongs to Henry and Mary Smith.
When I saw him last my name was Mrs.
Caroline French, and I had one child named Terrie.
Address all letters to Rev. A. W. Jordan, 113 N.
14th street, Lafayette, Ind.
Can anyone tell me of my son, Jefferson Car-
ter [Carter]? He belonged to Nelson Carter. His fath-
er's [father's] name was Harkless Perkins and it may be
that he took his father's name instead of his
master's. He had a sister named Mandy Hark-
less [Harkless]. My name is Lucy Moore now. Address
all answers to Rev. Richard Merideth, Xenia, O.,
and oblige.
CAN YOU HELP HER?
Information Wanted
CHAMPAIGN, ILL., July 1886.
To the Editor of The Gazette.
I wish to enquire through your
paper for information of my two sis-
ters [sisters] and brother, named respective-
ly [respectively] Katie Butler and Caroline and
Walton Carter These were the maid
en [maiden] names of my sisters. Caroline
was sold to a man in South Carolina
named Pickens. We belonged to
Alfred Duern who sold us to Issac
Winston. We were separated fifteen
years before the war; living in
Morgan county, Ala., 15 miles east of
Tuscumbia and 5 miles from Leight-
on [Leighton].
Any one furnishing imformation
of the persons named or of their fam-
ilies [families] will confer a lasting favor and
receive our undying gratitude. Ad-
dress [Address]:
MRS. FANNIE R. ROLY.
Champaign, Ill.
COL. BUTLER.
Morgan Park, Cook Co. Ill.
Can You Help Him?
Chas. Leekins, of New Alexandria,
Jefferson County, O., desires inform-
ation [information] of his sister’ children, who, he
thinks are now living in Point Pleas-
ant [Point Pleasant], W. Va. His sisters’ names were
Jamia and Maria Wagner. They be-
longed [belonged] to Andrew Wagner. Any in-
formation [information] will be thankfully received.
Address CHAS. LEEKINS, New Alex-
andria [Alexandria], O.
Case of Robert Byard.
The following letter has been received
from the overseer of the poor at Medford,
Mass.:
MEDFORD, MASS. Dec. 9. 1898.
Editor of the Weekly Messenger :
Dear Sir.--Your paper of Dec. 1st containing
a notice of information wanted of Robert
Byard, a colored man and a soldier in the war
of the rebellion, has been placed in my hands.
A colored man by the same name has resided
here for nearly or quite twenty years. He
died here Oct. 28, 1898. I find from the Adjutant
General's report that he enlisted in the
Fifty-fourth Regiment, Massachusetts Volunteers
(colored) March 28, 1863 and discharged
Aug. 20, 1865, at the close of the war. He
was a large sized man and called his age 66
years. By his looks he appeared older. In conversation
with him I understood that he was
never married. I will give any further information
or help in any way that I can.
Address, Calvin H. Clark
Medford, Mass.
CHARITY BLANFORD--I wish to find my mother
Charity Blanford. She used to be the slave of
Richard Long, Hancock, Ky. She was sold and
taken to Louisville, Ky. She took her child named
Ellen, aged 8 years, with her. Any information
will be thankfully received by Mary Murdock,
Rockport, Ind.
Charles Ross, Co. H, 35th U. S. C. T., Bren-
ham, Texas, wants the name of the Surgeon or
Steward who assisted Dr. Warren to amputate
the arm of a rebel soldier of Co. G. 4th Ga. Re-
serve Guards, at Andersonville, Ga., in the
latter part of the Summer of 1864. Also the
addresses of the two paroled Union prison-
ers who attended in the hospital at Anderson-
ville, who went bathing with the writer. He
thinks they belonged to the navy, and one was
called "Scotty" and the other "Shakie." If
living, they will remember the spring-board
they had there at the swimming-hole below the
prison-pen.
Charles W. Taylor - his whereabouts
or any information will be
thankfully received by the undersigned.
When last heard from
he was teaching school somewhere
in Southwest Miss. He has been
gone from his parents for five years
Medium hightm [height] dark complexion,
marked by small-pox. Address
Martha Taylor, care of Rev. H.
Wright, Alexandria, La., Box 225.
CHARLEY BYRD.—I wish to find my brother Char
ley [Charley] Byrd. He used to belong to Jack Graves. He
left here about 8 years ago. When last heard from
he was in Greenville, Miss. Address, W. H.
Byrd, Green's Crossing, Hinds County, Miss.
CHARLOTTE, who formerly be
longed to Mrs. EMMELINE GREGORY,
wishes information concerning her
children HARRIET and OSCAR, who
were sold by Mr. William Chalkley
just before the war commenced,
LOUISA, who was sold by Mr. Miles
Chalkley, and Sarah, who was sold
by Mr. Thomas Cox. They were all
born on Mr. James Gregory's farm,
seven miles from Chesterfield Courthouse
Va, and twelve miles from
Richmond. She has not heard from
them since they were sold, and would
like to know if they are still alive and
their whereabouts. Please send
information to Mrs. Charlotte Haskins,
at Dr. Brock's, 716 east Franklin St.
Richmond Va. CLERKS WILL PLEASE
READ AT CHURCHES.
CHERRY WHITAKER--I wish to find my sister,
Cherry Whittaker, or any of her offspring. She
was born in N.C. in 1823, moved to Mississippi in
1838 and thence to Texas in 1851 when she took
the name of Cherry Soape. She has never been
heard from since. Any information will be gladly
received. Austin Whitaker, Victoria, Miss. 1-30-91
CHRISTINE DONALDSON.--I wish to find Christine Donaldson. Last heard of in Melian, Ark. Married to Ned Donaldson. Father's name was Wilson and mother's Esther. Please address Mrs. Delia Fulton Donaldson, 2962 Dearborn street Chicago, Ill. 9-10-92
CLARK - My brother, Lee Clark, and sister,
Clarica Clark, and myself were raised by
one Buck Clark in Columbus, Muscogee county,
Ga. My brother and sister were sold to an M.
E. (South) preacher by the name of Henry
Ware. They were taken from Chambers
county, Ala., by said Ware to Texas some-
where about the year 1847. I have never heard
from them since then. If anyone can give me
any information concerning them it will be
thankfully received by their brother, Louis
Clark, colored, Oak Lodge, Choctaw Nation,
I. T. 3-9
Colored Man Seeks Relatives—Sper-
rial [Sperrial] Peyton Brooks, an aged colored man
is seeking information as to the where-
abouts [whereabouts] of his mother and relatives, who
he last heard from in Poppleton, W. Va.
He says that when a lad his mother gave
him away to a neighbor to raise, and
then she moved away. He says that he
has fifteen brothers and sister and he
would like to get in touch with some of
them.
COLORED VETERANS, ATTENTION!
Is there any one who can give me the name of the colored company that was made up in the month of May in Grand Gulf Miss., in 1862? My husband was a member of that company. His name was John Berry. Since his death I have forgotten the name of the company and so cannot send application for pension until I find out the name of the company in which he enlisted. The colored company was made up from the Thirty-second Illinois regiment.The colored men who enlisted were taken from Waterproof. La., They were discharged in 1865. His discharge papers were stolen and that is why I am compelled to resort to this means to try and secure a pension. Any information will be gratefully received.
MRS. GEORGIANA BERRY.
2609 Good Ave. ,St. Louis, Mo
CORDELIA HAYES--I wish to find my cousin,
Cordelia Hayes. She was from Montgomery, Ala.
Address, Mary Hayes, Hot Springs, Ark.
D
Daughter Lost.
MY DAUGHTER DOLLY, WHO has REcently
lived at Robert McCutcheon's, ten
miles south of Nashville, will please let me know
her whereabouts. Any one knowing of her [undecipherable]
will confer a great favor on an old
woman by dropping me a line through the Nashville
Post office to the care of R. P. McCutcheon.
DAVID F SHANNON— I wish to know where my
brother is, he left here in the spring of 1880. It
was in the month of April he went from here to
Louisville, Ky., and from there to St. Louis, Mis-
souri. His name was James Shannon, but he
sometimes went by the name of James Hardison.
He was preacher of the christian church. He was
dark complected, heavy set very fleshy, weight
about two hundred pounds, black beard. Then (illegible)
he is now 37 years old. Address, David Franklin
Shannon, Glasgow, KY.
DDAR EDITOR:--I desire to in-
quire [inquire] about my parents, to see if I
can find out where they are. My
name is Mike Hardon, my father's
Bill Hardon, my mother's Kittie
Hardon. There were four brothers
of us living--William, Henry, Levi,
Adam and myself. I was born at
Lake Concordia, on Albert Dun-
bar's [Dunbar’s] plantation. If found please
write to Edward Dixon, Sixth
Street M.E. church, on Eighth street
between Annunciation and Laurel
streets, New Orleans.
EDWARD DIXON.
DEAR BROTHER:--I wish to in-
quire [inquire] for my people. Mother, Maria,
died in Stanley county, North
Carolina, and belonged to Daniel
Freeman. She had four sons - Cal-
vin [Calvin], George, Charles and Allen:
and daughter, Hannah and Har-
riet [Harriet]. All belonged to Mr. Freeman.
The last I heard from them before
the war, George was still there. I
had a son, Elias; his mother was
Lucy Addington. Hannah was
sold off to a Mr. Myers, who took
her to South Carolina. Address,
care Rev. J. L. Smith, Millican,
Texas. CALVIN ADDINGTON.
DEAR DDITOR [EDITOR] ---- I want to enquire
for my two girls I left in 1848,
Julian Burks and Jane Burks.
Julian is the oldest and Jane the
next. Julian was left in Tolberton,
Georgia, with a man named Monroe
Sanford and Jane was left in
Mississippi with Col. Burks, her
owner, and he went to Montgomery
in Alabama, and there sold her for
debt to Tom Evans. Mr. Evans
carried her to Tennessee and that
is the last I heard of her. I had
five girls and two boys when I left
there. The others were Emily,
Minerva and Mary and the boys
were Troupe and David. My name
was Patsy Burks. I was sold from
Burks to Grays. Address Patsey
Walker, Marshall, Harrison county,
Texas.
DEAR DEAR:--I want information
as to my people whom I left in Vir-
ginia [Virginia] some years ago. My owner
was Robert G. Hudgans; I left him
at Greensboro, White Sulphur
Springs. My mother was Lucinda
Johnson, and lived at the same
place. My father was named John
Washington and lived in Essex
county, Va. Sisters were Louisa
and Bettie, and brothers Ed John-
son [Johnson] and Jerry Johnson. My young
masters were Walter, Westcomb and
Bob Hudgans, and Sally and Milly
Hudgans, and Ellen Hudgans.
When I lived there my name was
Emma Washington; it is now Em-
ma [Emma] Moore. I was sold in Richmond,
and brought to New Orleans by
John Davis, and he sold me to a
Mr. Bruing at the trader's yard;
and I was brought to Mississippi
by John Alcorn. Address Emma
Moore, Meridian, Lauderdale co.,
Miss., in care of Mashall Roberts.
DEAR ECITOR:—I wish to find my grandmother and mother. Mother was Mary Hicks. Grandmother was Bettie Hicks. They used to belong to Jimmie Hicks. I was sold when quite young and given to Jimmie Hick's daughter; whose name was Hannah Newman. Her husband was a Baptist preacher, named Isaac Newman. I left them in Scottcounty, Missouri. My name was then Malissa Robertson. I am now married and my name is Malissa Baker. I had two brothers; John and Madison Hicks; also three uncles: Willis, William and Isaac Hicks. They all belonged to Jimmie Hicks. Jimmie Hicks had two sons, Dick and Newton Address me at Roseneath,
Miss., Malissa Baker.
DEAR EDITOR ---- I wish to inquire
for my mother. Her name was
Mariah Puet. She was once owned
by the Puets. She now goes by
the name of Mariah Thomas. Jack
Thomas was her husband, but he is
now dead. My name is Mary
Boyd. I left my mother in Middle
Tennessee when I was eight
years old. Please address me at
New Braunfels, Texas.
DEAR EDITOR ---- I wish to inquire for my people whom I left in North Carolina one year before the war. They were living at Petersburg and belonged to Timothy Edwards. My father and mother were named Thomas, my mother Nancy, and I had a Thomas Ford. ISOM EDWARDS. Jackson, Miss.
DEAR EDITOR ---- I desire information
of my father, mother and sister
whom I left in Macon, Ga., in 1849
Father's name was Archie, mother's
Betsey Howard. They belonged to
Mrs. Hardy Haral. My sister Lucy
Ann was sold to Jake Johnson three
miles from Macon. Sister Philis
was sold to Guds McDonald, in
Macon. My brother Ned was sold
to Samuel Taylor, in Arkansas. If
any of these are found address me
at Navasota, Grimes Co., Texas.
MARIA HOLLAND.
DEAR EDITOR I want to enquire
for some uncles of mine.
They lived in Lawrence District.
When my grandmother came here
to this state, from South Carolina,
my mother was a baby; when my
grandmother came here with Mr.
Matt. Lockheart, and Sam. Lockheart,
their misses names were
Mary and Lucinda. Mr. Matt, and
Tom were sons of Gen. Lockhart.
My mother left three daughters
and our grandmother raised us. My
name is Emma Jane Spencer and
sister's name is Mary Maris Ellis
The uncles names I want to find out
about, I will give, as their ages
come: Peter Lockhart, Robert
Lockhart, Stephen Lockhart, and
Joseph Lockhart. I have an aunt
also, I wish to find out about, her
name is Isoleni, she was sold to
Mr. Russell, of Alabama, My
grandfather's and grandmother's
names are Isaac Lockhart, and
Mary Lockhart; she died the 19th.
of July, 1864, and was buried on the
28th. I am a member of the Methodist
church, and sister is a member
of the Missionary Baptist. The
last words of my grandmother were
for sisters and myself, to hunt up
our uncle and aunt, so you will
greatly oblige us by sending to
the different churches a copy of
this letter.
EMMA SPENCER
Aberdeen, Miss.
DEAR EDITOR - I am trying to
find my folks; was born in South
Carolina, hired to a white lady
and came to Texas. My name is
Nelly; mother's Jane; Father's
Nelson; brothers' Andrew, Prince
and William. All belonged to
Samuel Gladney, 12 miles from
Winsboro. My brothers were
carried to Louisiana by young
Gladney. Please write to
NELLY GLADNEY,
care Mr. Thomas Belt, Goliad county, Texas.
DEAR EDITOR - I cesire [desire] to know if there are persons in New Orleans named Dave Smith, Maria Smith, Emeline Smith. They belonged to Julius Amos. My father, Billy Bridger, died before we left New Orleans during the war. Mother was Sukey Bridges. I desire to find my relatives. Address, care of J. Ephraim, Hempstead, Texas. POLLY BRIDGES.
DEAR EDITOR - I desire information
of my mother's kin people. She left
them in Alabama, near Midway or
Five Points. Her father's name was
Mack Hampton; mother's Jennie
Hampton. We all belonged to Mr.
Green Nalley. He sold mother to J.
D. Johnson and mother married a
man who belonged to Johnson named
Phillip Johnson. Mr. Johnson
brought us all to Texas before the
war and turned us loose at the surrender.
Mother had four brothers
and three sisters - Berry, Anthony,
Hodge, Hamp, Phillips Neally, Charlotte,
Martha and Ann Neally. When
Martha left there mother's name was
Matilda Johnson, but she now goes
by the name of Matilda Davis.
Address me at Kildare, Texas.
JOSEPH GROSSE.
Dear Editor - I desire information concerning my father, mother, brothers and daughter, in Cobb Co., Georgia, near Acworth. Father's name was Sam Stricklin, Terrel was brother's name, Mintie Antoinet daughter's. They belonged to Jerry Moore. Mother, Charlotte Stricklin, and two brothers, John and Green, lived in Forest, about 30 miles from where father lived. I belonged to Wm. Jolly and was sold by him to Jerry Moore, and he sold me to a speculator, who kept my daughter. She was about five years old. Any information of the present whereabouts of any of my people will be thankfully received. If I can find where my daughter is I will go to see her. Please publish this, and I sincerely hope that the preachers will read this from their pulpits and make diligent inquiry particularly for my daughter. She is my only child and I have been thinking of going back to Cobb Co. to see if I could find her. I will first try this plan. O, it would be heart-rending to go out and not find her nor any of my relatives. If any of my friends should see this, please write to me as soon as possible. Address me at Herbert, Kemper Co., Miss.
Mary Seals
DEAR EDITOR - I desire to
enquire for my daughter that I left in
Tipton county, Tenn,. in 1856. She
belonged to Mealey Carothers. We
came to Texas in 1856. I belonged
to McCarey. My daughter's name
was Mary Ann. We have got a
few thousand dollars worth of
property for some one and I prefer
my child should have it all. My
children that I had in Texas are
dead. My name is Caroline
Williams, now wife of Rev. B. F.
Williams. Address Rev. B.F. Williams,
Richmond, Texas.
DEAR EDITOR - I desire to hear
of my sisters Rebecca and Ardona
Seales. They moved to West Tennsessee
before the war with James
Seales. Ardona went with Billy
Clark. They have a brother named
George Seales, and their mother's
name is Silva and their father's
name is Neptune Jordan. Before
the war they lived in Williamson
county, Tenn., and belonged to Joe
Henry Seales. Address me at
Murfreesboro, Tenn.
ADAM NELSON.
DEAR EDITOR - I desire to hear
from father, mother, sister and
brother. Mother was Millia Calbert,
the wife of Race Calbert.
nrietta Calbert.
Brother is Charles Calbert, owned
by John C. Barry, in Prince
George county, Maryland. If I
am not mistaken my name was Nat
Calbert when I was sold to John
Roby, a negro trader, in Washington,
in 1860. John E. Barry had a
son, Ben Barry, a doctor in Blackenburg
in 1860. Address me at
5202 White street, New Orleans,
La. ROBERT HENDERSON.
DEAR EDITOR - I desire to hear
of my father, William Baughn,
whom I left in Alabama when I
was five years old. Then, with
mother and sister, I was brought
to Mississippi. Mother belonged
to Mr. Dudley, near Selma, and
was named Maria Dudley. We
were bought in New Orleans by
Mr. Tanner. Mother and sister
are dead. I am now named Jessie
Tanner. Address me at West
Station, Miss.
Dear Editor - I desire to inquire for my sisters and brothers whom I left in Bedford, Kentucky. We belong to Mr. Lindsey Bains. Brothers were John, Wash, Jim and Dudley; sisters were, Mary, Francis, Mealia and Harriet. I was the youngest of all. After the death of the old man Susan Bain married and became Susan Harper, she was the eldest. Elizabeth married Jim Wheeler and went to Crystal Springs, Kentucky. Sister Harriet belonged to her. The old lady carried us all to Galveston. I married. My address is now, care of Wesley M. E. Church, New Orleans, La. AGNES HARDEN.
DEAR EDITOR - I want to
inquire for relatives Mother and
Father Susan and Jerry Hoskin
sister Margaret married Washington
Wilson in Queen Anne county.
I left Frederick the youngest, and
was sold about 36 years ago to
James [indecipherable] in New Orleans.
Address Daniel Hoskin. Houma, La.
DEAR EDITOR - I wish information
about father and mother. My
father left here about four years
ago and went to Tennessee, where
my brother lived. Father's name
is David Clark, brother's Jerry
Clark. The last letter I received
from them in Germantown, Tennessee.
ORRIN CLARK.
Columbus, Texas, Feb 17, 1879.
DEAR EDITOR - I wish information
of my brothers Ellis and John
Dickens. They were owned by
James Cummings, Rapides parish,
Louisiana, eight miles below Alexandria
on Red River.
E. J. DICKENS,
Fairfield, Freestone county, Texas.
DEAR EDITOR - I wish to find
Fleming Jordan my sister's son
The last heard from he was in
Hinds County, Miss. in 1876. He
belonged to James Gilmer. Montgomery
County, Alabama, and moved
to Mississippi after freedom.
His mother is Pink Husson, step-
father James Husson. Address,
D.D. JORDAN.
Enterprise, Miss.,
DEAR EDITOR - I wish to find
my children and my wife's people.
There are two sets of my children.
The first, three boy and four girls.
Boys names are Tom, Silas, and Joe
Thomas (Tom and Silas were
twins); girls names, Lucy, Martha,
Nancy, and Caroline Thomas. Their
mother was Mary Fuller. They
belonged to Fuller, Sinclair county,
Alabama. The second set, three
boys, Arneral, Stewart, and William
Thomas; girls, Catherine, Mary,
and Henrietta. Their mother was
Maria Thomas. She belonged to
James Thomson, Sinclair county,
Alabama, twelve miles south of
Ashville. My wife's people were:
Father, Walton Harly; mother,
Pamena Harly; brothers, Handy,
Lewis, and two twin boys, Eugene
and McDuffy; sisters, Hagar, Tangil,
Johanna, Almelia, Virginia, and
Pamen. They belonged to Captain
Joe Harly, in Hamburg county,
South Carolina, near Augusta,
about nine miles on the Charleston
road. We left father in South Carolina
and went to Alabama. where
we were all sold to a negro trader
(Jackson), but mother was left at
the trading house. My name then
was Annie America Harly. I was
ten years old and have never seen
any of them since. Address me at
Huntsville, Walker county, Texas.
SILAS THOMAS.
DEAR EDITOR - I wish to find my
uncle, Louis Drake, who left Egypt
Station, Miss., about the year 1863,
and went to Memphis, Tenn. The
last time I heard from him he was
in Arkansas. His mother's name
is Betty Drake; father's Bouney
Drake; two sisters', Mary and
Sarah Drake. We all belonged to
Jabut Drake. His three brothers'
names are Moses, Alfred and
Charles Drake. Please address me
at Egypt Station, Chickasaw, Co.,
Miss. G. W. DRAKE.
DEAR EDITOR - I wish to inquire
for a friend of mine named Mathias
Ward or Mat Ward - he is known
by either of those names. Address
me at Sulphur Springs, Hopkins
Co., Texas. ALBERT A. SLOAN.
DEAR EDITOR - I wish to inquire
for Easter Key through your paper.
She has a daughter named Maria;
her name at this time is Maria
Alsurp. Father's name, Harvey
Key; owner before the war, William
Key. The last time heard
from, she was in Arkansas, near
Marianna, Phillips county. Please
address me at Lebanon, Tennessee.
E. M. MANSON
DEAR EDITOR - I wish to inquire
for Mrs. Penny Carso, an aunt of
mine. Please direct your letters to
me at West Point, Fayette county,
Texas. RANNY LINFORD.
DEAR EDITOR - I wish to inquire
for my brother, Ed Taylor. Our
mother was Faunie, older brother
William, sisters Bettie, Mary and
Rebecca. We belonged to Addi
son Manpion. Ed. left us at Rome,
Ga., in 1867. We have not heard
from him since. Address me at
Murfreesboro, Tenn.
G.W. TAYLOR
DEAR EDITOR - I wish to inquire
for my father, Thomas Duncan,
who was sent to Texas during the
war. Any information of him will
be thankfully received by address-
ing me at Holly Springs, Miss.
W. M. PARKS
DEAR EDITOR - I wish to inquire
for my kin folks. I belonged to
Benjamin Branson, who lived near
Sumpterville, just above Charles-
ton, South Carolina. My father's
name was Isaac R. Williams ;
mother's, Mary. I had one sister,
Kate, and an aunt, Hannah, who
had a badly burnt hand. Father
belonged to a Mr. Reams. Should
any of my kin see this they will
please write me at Caney, Matagor-
da, county, Texas.
H. A. WILLIAMS.
DEAR EDITOR - I wish to inquire
for my mother, brother and sister.
I belonged to Ben Williams, near
Snow Hill, North Caaolina. My
mother's name was Susan Britten.
Brother Bryant lived with one
Danes, near Snow Hill, Green Co.,
North Carolino. Sister Dinah
belonged to William M. Britten, of
Mississippi. Address me at Luling,
Caldwell county, Texas, in case of
Gilbert McKinney.
LUERAINY MCKINNEY.
DEAR EDITOR - I wish to inquire
for my mother, Silvire Veile. We
lived in Rome, Georgia. She was
sold from me there to a Mr. Lincoln,
and carried to Savannah, Ga.
I was about eight years of age; my
name was Martha Veile; my present
name is Martha Pasco. I had three
uncles on mother's side. My oldest
uncle was named Wesley Skidmore,
and the next Wash Skidmore,
and the other one Henry
Skidmore. Any information from
the above-named persons will be
kindly received from any person.
Address me at Duvall's Bluff, Ark.,
in care of Rev. S. Lining.
DEAR EDITOR - I wish to inquire
for my people. Mother's name was
Hannah Connix, brother's name
was Robert Connix, sister's, Hannah
Connix. We used to belong
to Roger Rafe, who lived in Prince
Ann, Rocky Mountain, Va.
Address me at Cheneyville, La.
CESAR CONNIX
DEAR EDITOR - I wish to inquire
for my people. One sister, Ellen,
belonged to Dr. Owens, in Free
stone county, Texas. She had two
children, Sophronia and Austin.
Husband was Willis. At that time
my name was Owens, and I
belonged to Ambret Owens. Address
me JANE YOUNG
Care of W. Medlock, Cedar Creek, Texas.
DEAR EDITOR - I wish to inquire
for my sister Gensay, who was the
daughter of Nancy Springs and
Jack Culp. Her brothers and sisters
are Hannah, Tom, John, Rufus,
Chlorie, Joe, Frank, Margaret, Mallie,
Louise and Silas. We all belonged
to Jack Springs, and when
he died he willed my sister Gensay
to Mrs. Daves, and she went to
Dawson, and I have not heard from
her since. Please address me at
Jefferson, Texas.
REV. JOHN JACKSON.
DEAR EDITOR - I wish to inquire
for my sister, cousin, aunt and uncle.
Sister's name was Lizzie Vanhuss,
and was carried off during
the war by Mick Vanhuss and his
wife. Aunt's name was Clara
Eastland; uncle's Henry Eastland
and cousin's, Balam Buckner. The
last I heard of cousin Balam he was
at Milican's Bend. Mother's name
is Matilda Eastland, and Balam's
mother's Emily Harper. Address
me at Forest, Scott Co., Miss.
WILLY WOODS.
DEAR EDITOR - I wish to inquire
for my sister, Edna Millsapt, who
was carried to Louisiana in 1845
by John Millsapt. She had two
children, a boy and a girl. Please
address me at Paulding, Jasper Co.,
Miss. SPENCER JONES.
DEAR EDITOR - I wish to inquire
for my sister, Phillis Pickett. She
belonged to Joe Pickett and he sold
her to a man named Keaves, and it
was said he was going to Texas,
but I do not know what part of
Texas. Mother had 12 children,
her name was Dinah Pickett. At
the time Phillis left us we were
living in Clarke county, Mississippi.
The oldest child was Charley and
when Phillis was sold she was sold
from Charley. The next Disley,
Lewis and Phillis and Green Peggie.
We know where all are except
Phillis. Address me at Mass
Point, Jackson county, Miss. I go
by the name of Disley Cannon, wife
of Rev. Nathan Cannon.
DISLEY CANNON
DEAR EDITOR - I wish to inquire
for one Louis Evans. He belonged
to Thomas Evans, of Burleson
county, Texas, and left here, I
think, in 1863. Any information
of him will be thankfully received.
Please address me at Cook's Point,
Burleson Co., Texas.
RICHARD JONES.
DEAR EDITOR - I wish to inquire
for Perry Nabors. When last heard
of he was in Hot Springs, Ark.
His mother was Ann. Address
at Mooresville, Falls county,
Texas, FRANK HAMILTON.
DEAR EDITOR - I wish to inquire
for Sandy Lewis, who left Indian
Village, La., January 5, 1880, since
which time nothing has been heard
of him. Please address me at
Indian Village, St. Tammany parish,
La. E. LEWIS.
DEAR EDITOR - I wish to inquire for my sister and brother. They were born near Broce Cross Roads, on Haw River, Guilford county, North Carolina. Mother, Martha Moore, belonged to Rev. John Moore; at the death of Rev and Mrs. Moore was sold. A speculator, Joe Poindexter, bought us, Charles Westley, Emma Caroline and James Milton Rufus. Our young master, Herbert Canon Moore, bought mother. Walter and Miranda, the youngest children Another young master from Texas, Freddie Moore, carried Emma, Caroline and James Milton Rufus back with him to Texas. Charles Westley, the oldest brother, was sold a day or two before from Joe Poindexter’s. Caroline and James are the ones I am inquiring after. Write me whether dead or alive. Address me at Mount Airy, Surry county, North Carolina. C. W. BLAYLOCK.
DEAR EDITOR - I wish to inquire for my sister and mother. My sister is Sallie and mother Patsy. They belonged to Richard Bernard. He kept a public school in Kentucky, three miles below Russellville. He had a son, Cornelius and I was his nurse. Address me at Wesley Chapel, New Orleans, care of Rev. S. Davage. FANNY PATTERSON.
DEAR EDITOR - I wish to inquire for my son. His name is Hannibal Harris. When I left him he was in Kentucky. He was only three years old. He belonged to Mr Sylvester Harris. His father belonged to John Woodforks. My name was Winnie Smith. Then I married Reuben Harris. I would be happy to learn his whereabouts. My name and address is Winnie Chapman, care Rev. G. W. Smith, between K and L 31st streets, Galveston, Texas.
DEAR EDITOR - I wish to know
something of my wife's relations
she was born in Virginia and left
there when a child. She left there
with her brother Harry who was
the next child to her. Harry was
sold to a man in Charlestown. I do
not know who he was. My wife's
name is Rhoda. Mother's was
Molly, Father's Peter Roe, eldest
sister Sucia, second, Louisa, eldest
brother Robert. There were some
young children but I do not know
their names. She now goes by the
name of Rhoda Blackwell; they all
belonged to the Roe family.
Address me at San Felipe.
SMITH BLACKWELL
Austin, Co., Texas.
DEAR EDITOR - I wish to know
of my father, Oliver Henson. My
mother's name was Sarah Walla.
Father was the body servant of Mr.
Jack Minas. Address me at 378
Third street, between Dryades and
Baronne streets, New Orleans, La.
MOLLIE HENSON.
DEAR EDITOR - I wish to make
inquiry for my people to see if I
can find any of them. My name
was Martha Bolden, and I have
four brothers and one sister.
Mother was Lucy Bolden, brothers
James, William, Ampy and Peter.
My sister Claria married Ned
Hutchins, a free man. We all belonged
to old Bob Bolden, in Virginia,
five miles from Virginia
Mills post office. I was sold when
twelve or thirteen years old to
Thomas Stickels, and he carried
me to Kentucky and then to Texas.
My mother died when I was a
baby. I am now fifty years old.
Address me at Weimar, Texas.
MARTHA RAINER.
DEAR EDITOR - I wish to make
some inquiry through our paper
for my son, Lue Eller, whom I left
in Alexandria, Va., with a man by
the name of James Chattam, who
bought me and my two
children from William Campbell.
Edward died, and then I was sold
to a man by the name of Mellon, a
negro trader, and Chattom kept
my son Lue Eller with him. I left
him in Alexandria, Va. Please if
found address me at Bryan, Texas,
in case of Rev. Wade Hamilton.
MARIA HENTSON
DEAR EDITOR - I wish to make inquiry for my mother, two sisters and brother. Mother was Diana Smith; sisters Silvie and Sarah; brother William. Father, Wm. Cousin, belonged Capt. Cousin in Georgetown, S. C. Mother left Charleston to go to Washington with Dr. Warren who married her young mistress, Mary Alston. Before she married I had an aunt Grace Monltrie in Charleston. She had two sons, Thomas and York. I had the small pox, caught it from my step-father, Charley Mackerel. When my mother left me at Charles-ton wharf I was 13 years of age. I am about 40 now. I was brought to Aberdeen, Miss., by Wm. Cox, the trader. Address me at Oktoc, Miss. JOE. WILLIAMS.
DEAR EDITOR - I wish you would
inquire for my brothers and sisters
left in Canton, Miss., August, 1864.
Father was Tom Shroud, brothers
Riley, Charles, Harrison, Daniel ;
sisters, Rebecca, Eliza, Lydia,
Fanny, Isabella, Caroline, and one
who was sold with me, Tempy. We
belonged to John Elders who lived
four miles from Canton, Miss., on
Moss Bluff road. I want to get
back; my name is Lydia Jones,
and I am a member of the
Methodist Church. My youngest sister
Tempy is with me.
MRS. LYDIA JONES.
Wanesboro, Georgia.
Dear Editor - I would like to see
if my wife's brother can be found,
through your paper. His name is
Houston McLemore, and he went
from Meridian, Miss., during the
war with Sherman's raid; left a
father Jim McLemore, mother
Adline McLemore and three sisters
Grace, Caroline and Ellen McLemore.
Will all preachers please
read this to their congregation, and
make inquiry for the above named
persons. If found, address,
GEORGE JOHNSON, JR.
Marion, Miss., April 2d, 1879.
DEAR EDITOR - Please allow me
to make inquiry for my mother,
Nancy Love. We were separated
about the year 1850, in Mississippi.
I was then but an infant of about
9 months. We belonged to Anderson
Moss. He sold my mother to
Mr. Ned Herndon, a speculator in
slaves. He sold her to Mrs. Hooker,
a widow in Jackson, Miss. It was
then that I heard from her last -
about the year 1853. My mother
wrote to Miss Love Mass as to her
whereabouts. Any information
relative to her will be very thankfully
received. Address me at Maysfield,
Milam county, Texas.
LUCY CLARKE.
DEAR EDITOR -- The people inquired
for by Bro. Henry Smith are
found, as I know them very well.
Fannie and Julian are dead.
Charles is living in Grimes county,
Texas. Anderson is his P. O.
address. I am yours in Christ,
L. H. HORN
Cold Springs, Texas, Nov. 12th, 1880
DEAR EDITOR -- I wish to inquire for
my uncle, Allen Sanders. I left him
in Dayton, Alabama, in 1874. I was
informed since that time he had gone
to Mississippi or Louisiana. Any
information concerning him will be
very highly appreciated. Address
me at Culvert, Texas, in care of Rev.
H. Swanu, pastor in charge.
LEE MICHAEL.
DEAR EDITOR -- I desire information concerning my brothers and sisters -- Gordon, Wash, and Susan Hurshburger. When we were all together we lived in Mason county, Kentucky. After the old man Hurshburger died, we were divided among the children. I know that myself, Jordan, and Wash all fell to Lewis Hurshburger, and I don't know what became of Susan. The last time I saw Gordon and Wash it was at mother's funeral, in Norfolk, Virginia. My mother died suddenly, in the cellar at the St. Charles Hotel. Her name was Mary. She went down to a place called Parkey, to see two others of the children. I think one was named Barbara, after old mistress, and the other Handy. Her husband's name was Judge Isaac. I think she had one child by him, named Ike. My name was then Lee Hurshburger; after the war my old mistress informed me my father's name was Joel Susanberry. I now go by my father's name. Address me at Calvert, Texas, in care of Rev. H. Swann. LEE SUSANBERBY.
DEAR EDITOR -- I desire information of my sister -- Mrs. Hannah Hughes, who left South Carolina 15 or 18 years before the war, with James Hughes and his mother. They went to Mississippi. Hannah Hughes there married Gilbert Gage, and was in Mississippi when I left heard of her.
PETER FAIR.
Lonoke, Arkansas.
DEAR EDITOR -- I desire to find
my people. I have been away from
New Orleans eight years and have
never heard from them during that
time. My father's name is Samuel
Harris, he was well known, blind,
and very old. I had three brothers,
Thomas, Joseph and Eugene
Harris; my sisters are married.
One married John Vineon, others
maiden names were Amy and
Taragi Harris. We were raised
together and went to the orphan
school in the hospital Common
street. Address me at Grand Cane
City, La. HENRY HARRIS.
DEAR EDITOR -- I desire to hear from my mother. I have not heard from her but once since the war. She lived with Capt. Barstow, on Hager's Prairie, and afterwards with Capt. D. C. Conta. Her name was Milly and she had two girls -- the oldest Bettie, and the youngest Martha; I now go by the name of Bettie Robinson. Address me, care of A. Arnold, Centreville, Texas.
DEAR EDITOR -- I wish to enquire for Dennis and Susie Venable, natives of Ray county, Missouri. When last heard from they were in Mobile. They are son and daughter of Isaac and Sally Venable, and in Missouri belonged to Dr. Thomas Allen. Their mother is living in Leon, Decatur county, Iowa, and their brother at No. 229 Julia street, New Orleans. THOMAS VENABLE.
DEAR EDITOR -- I wish to find James Parchman, who lived in Lafayette county, Tennessee, and aged about forty years. He left Lafayette to go to Okolona, Miss., about 25 years ago. He lived with Jeff Parchman; his mother, Katie, with James Parchman, who came to Texas 33 years ago. I wish all colored congregations to diligently inquire for James Parchman. Address me at Laredo, Texas. A.J. TURNER
DEAR EDITOR -- I wish to hear of the whereabouts of my husband's people. His mothers' name was Kittie Russ. She lived in Bladen county, N.C., when he was taken from her the year before the war (1860.) She used to belong to Jonah Russ. His oldest brother was named Christopher Russ. He and his brother were taken from North Carolina to Richmond, Va., and there sold. he was taken from his brother there and carried to Greenwood, S.C. There he stayed until the year 1897 when he came to Arkansas. And I have not heard from his people since. He left another brother in Richmond, Va., name Edmond Gooden Russ. My husband's former name was Cahoun Russ, now he goes by Calhoun Jones. Address
EASTER JONES,
Texarkana, Texas.
DEAR EDITOR -- I wish to inquire
for my brothers, who have been
away since 1862. One was 21 years
of age, named John Edward, the
other 19 and named Solomon
Thomas. There were six brothers
of us. Mother, Nancy Simon, died
in 1865, and left three daughters.
We used to belong to Pleasant
Hill. ROMEY THOMAS.
Natchitoches, La.
DEAR EDITOR -- I wish to inquire
for my father, Toney Carson, who
lived in Carrollton, La. He has
two daughters, Agnes Crocket and
Emeline Carson. Agnes is married.
Grandmother is Eliza Watson.
Address me at Booneville, La.
HORACE CROCKET.
DEAR EDITOR -- I wish to inquire for my father's people. He belonged to the Dewalt family in Newberry district, South Carolina, and was named Joe Foster. He left his home with nine children and a wife. Mother was Lydia and had six daughters and three sons -- Manda, Sarah, Victoria, Emeline, Pitcy, Ellen, Joseph, Paul and Albert. We left here in 1867 on account of bushwhackers. My father got into a lawsuit with a white man and won the suit, and then the bushwhackers began to come around his house at night like a pack of hounds after a bear. My stepmother is now Lucy Dewalt. Father's uncle was Levi, his brothers were Paul, Silas and William. Address me at Belle Prairie, Yazoo county, Miss. P. L. FOSTER.
DEAR EDITOR -- I wish to inquire for my father's people. His father was Draper, mother Eliza; their five children were Rafe, John, Louis, Martha and Rhonda. They belonged to Jim Spermon, Newberry district, South Carolina. The inquires are Walter and Ransom Higgins, children of Harry Spermon. Address me at Masbulaville, Miss. WALTER HIGGINS
Dear Editor -- I wish to inquire for my kinfolks, mother, sister and brother. The last time I saw them was 1861. They belonged to Mrs. Harris the widow of Mr. John Harris in Lebanon, Mo. Mothers name is Christenia. She was married but I did not know her husband's name, as oldest brother Frank and I belonged to Mr. John T. Smith. I heard that Frank went to St. Louis and joined the army and died there. One of my younger brothers is Andrew Jackson. My other brother and sisters names I have forgotten. I only passed through there and saw them once. I have written letters but could not hear from them. I heard that they were sent to Texas, but I don't know where. I belonged to Mr. John T. Smith, at that time, and I went by the name of George Smith. George W. Lenox Little Rock, Ark.
DEAR EDITOR -- I wish to inquire for my mother. I was separated from her about four years before the war. She was then owned by Charles Gray, of Charleston, S. C. Her name was Clara Green, and my name was then William Green. His (Mr. Gray's) residence was at the time of our separation on Society street, between King and Meeting streets. My father's name was Nat Green, and owned by Mrs. John Robinson. Address me Box 27, Bastrop, La. WILLIAM GREEN.
DEAR EDITOR -- I wish to inquire for my people. Mother's name is Jane Mitchell; father's, Ben Andrun; sister's, Silva; brother's Rafe Wakin. I belonged to David Mitchell of Murfreesboro, Tenn. Address me at Cypremort, St. Mary parish, La.
DEAR EDITOR -- I wish to inquire for my two brothers, Alfort and Pirase. They were sold in Carrol county by a man named Zollicoffer in 1846. Alford was the oldest -- between 8 and 10 years old. Pirase was between 6 and 6 years old. Their mother's name was Lucy. They had two brothers, Jefferson and Major; I do not remember to whom they were sold. Address me at Kosciusko, Mississippi. MAJOR CONWAY.
DEAR EDITOR -- My father was sold from me in the year 1850 by Dr. Martin, in Polk county, Texas. His name was Reuben. Dr. Martin also owned my mother, Betsey, and sister Fanny, and one boy, Henry. Dr. Martin removed to Corsicana, Texas, and there my mother lives. Any information of him will be gladly received. Please address me at Shreveport, La. SAMUEL WILLIAMS.
DEAR EDITOR -- Please inquire in your next for Lucretia Green, sister Susan Cox, and Maria Braxton; also for uncle Washington Henry Cox. If found please write to me at Galveston, Texas, in care of Rev. P. Douglass. DAN GREEN.
DEAR EDITOR --- I wish to
inquire for my mother. I left her at
Honey Island, Churly lake. My
mother's name is Dasey Thorton.
My brothers' names, Alfred Thornton,
Edmond Thornton, Nelson
Thornton, Caroline Thornton, Sara
Jane Thornton, Lucy Thornton,
and my name was Mary Jane
Thornton, my mother's oldest
daughter. My owner's name was
Henry Thornton, he had a daughter
by the name of Adeline Thornton.
My name is now Mary Jane
Buchanan. Address to Algiers,
La., post office box 54.
DEAR EDITOR --- I wish to inquire
for information leading to the
whereabouts of my mother. She
was sold from me in Marion county,
Arkansas, about twenty eight
years ago; her name then being
Amy Ray, (belonging to Morse
Ray.) Her husband's name was
Harry Ray. I came to Texas
twenty odd years ago. Persons
living in Arkansas, also Louisiana
who see this inquiry, will please
ask among neighbors ; who are
living and who dead none can tell.
With best wishes I am yours
truly,
SARAH ANN RAY COLDWELL
Round Rock, Texas.
DEAR EDITOR --- I wish to inquire
for my brother Jeff Crannell. He
left this place in 1874. He wrote
to me from Sabinal, Uvalde county
Texas, after that he went to Waresville,
and sent me his photograph and
asked for mine. I sent it to him in
1879. He said he was going to
Arkansas. Whether he went or not
I do not know. He was in government
service at Sabinal, is a man
about 23 years of age. His old
father, Henry Crannell, had only
two boys, and left us to go to the
Yankees in Louisiana. Brother was
4 years, and I was 2 1/2 years old then.
Address, J. C. CRANNELL.
Hallettsville, Texas.
DEAR EDITOR --- I wish to inquire
for my father ; his name is Edmond
Reese. His owner was Abner Reese.
I have brothers, Burrell and Frank
and a sister named Lilly. Mother
was Elizabeth Fox. They lived in
Merriwether county, Ga., and they
moved to Mississippi in 1842. I
have not seen father since I was a
small girl. Address me at Forest
Station, Miss.
MARY ANN MOORE.
DEAR EDITOR --- I desire information
of my brothers. I have heard
from two and two I have not heard
from. William and Sephus belonged
to Tilly Watts, in Lunengburg
county, Virginia, in 1842. I left
them there. Brother Jesse said
Sephus had moved from Virginia,
but he did not know where, and he
had not heard from William for
about nine years. My name was
Henry Watts. I was brought from
Virginia by a negro trader to Alabama.
My name is now Henry
Smith. Address me at Paris, Texas.
DEAR EDITOR --- I wish that you
would please allow me space in
your columns to make some
inquiry about my uncle. His name
used to be John Pinkard. He lived
with a widow woman by the name
of Ann Pinkard. I was taken away
from him in 1863, and was brought
to Texas by Tom Pinkard, white,
with my uncle, Warren Pinkard,
who is now at Little Rock, Ark.
Address me at Groesbeck,
Limestone Co., Texas.
B. T. PINKARD
Dear Editor --- I wish to inquire about my daughter Hannah. Joe Carter sold her to Jim Hughes when five years old, in Tishomingo co., Miss. Her mother's name is Violet. I went by the name of Derry Sanders. My mother is Dian[undecipherable]. I left them all in Tishomingo in 1849. Address me at Hawkins, Texas. WM SANDERS
DEAR EDITOR --- I wish to inquire for my father Wesley Jones. He married my mother, whose name was Mary, at Gonzales, Texas. She had gone from this state with her then master Summerfield Fox. After they had been married a short while my mother's master took her and her only child and moved back to Mississippi and left my father behind, he being free. My mother is now dead. Any information of his whereabouts would be gladly received by his daughters, Wesley Ann Jones. Address me in care of Rev. A. M. Trotter, Grenada, Mississippi.
DEAR EDITOR ---- I wish to inquire for my relatives, Daniel Morris, John Ellison, Easter, Judy Ann, and Sarah Ann Morris. I left them in McDowell county, N. C., and last heard from them in Georgia, from whence I came from Texas before the war, with a man by name of Joseph Patterson. Daniel and Easter used to belong to Mrs. Charity Morris, a widow. The others to John Morris. Address, HIAL MORRIS. San Felipe, Austin Co., Tex.
DEAR EDITOR ---- Allow me to inquire
about my father, John Carter,
who belonged to General Dick
Taylor, in St. Charles parish, La.
His wife's name before she married
was Mary Johnson, and had
sons ---- Joseph Johnson and Sherman
Carter, and a daughter, Delia
Carter. The last I heard of them
they were living on the Teche, on
Messrs. Seymour and Parkerson's
plantation. Any information concerning
my father and step-mother
will be thankfully received if
addressed to me at Union Chapel M.
E. Church, New Orleans, La.
MRS. ELIZA LACEY.
DEAR EDITOR ---- I am looking for
my daughter, Mary Isaline. Her
master's name was McClurg, of
Carroll Co., Miss.; and my daughter
Sally McCorken, that belonged
to Andy McCorken, of Carroll Co.,
Miss. Any information of them
will be thankfully received.
Address me at Nevasota, Texas.
MILLIE KANE.
DEAR EDITOR ---- I desire to
inquire for my brother. He left me
in Mississippi, Oktibbeha Co. to
go to Louisiana, to Mr. Shaw. He
left me with Henderson Moss. The
last I heard from him he was in
DeSoto parish. His name is
Cincinnati Shaw. Address me at
Mayfield, Miss.
MARY RENFROW.
DEAR EDITOR ---- I wish to
inquire for my mother's brothers who
belonged to Major Molden when
sold. My eldest brother Thomas
was sold in Red River, Texas, to
Capt. Enrie ; brother August was
taken off my Jack Mabry, brother-
in-law to Press Molden. Mother
and eldest sister were both named
Anna Molden ; other sisters were
Eliza and Martha. When we were
separated brothers James Hayward
and Moses Molden were sold to
Widow Ward. Sister Amy's husband
was Henry Molden. Address,
Martha Lott, Perdido, Texas.
DEAR EDITOR ---- I wish to find out
about my sister, Vina Bray. We
left her living with a widow named
Hooks, living between three or
four miles from Collierville, West
Tennessee. We left there in 1856.
Her mother's name was Emily
Bray. She belonged to a man
named Edward Bray. Her brothers
were Charles, Luke, and Jackson
Bray, and myself Simon Bills, my
brothers Joe Bills and Leroy Bills,
one sister named Matilda Bills.
My address is Simon Bills,
Texarkana, Arkansas.
DEAR EDITOR ---- I wish to inquire
for mothers and sisters. Mother's
name is Hannah MacDowell. My
oldest sister is Ellen, the next is
Annie, and the youngest is Mary.
My address is 266 Common street,
New Orleans, La.
CAROLINE DIXON.
DEAR EDITOR ---- I wish to inquire
for my mother. Her name
was Charlotte. She used to belong
to a man by the name of Tom
Harkins and was sold to a man by
the name of Peacocks in Paris,
Lamar county. There was three
sisters of us, Eliza, Betty, Mary
Mary was the youngest. Sister
Betty was sold with mother. Sister
Mary and I came out here together.
Sister Mary died. Tom
Harkins married Agnes Tanner,
daughter of John Tanner. Address
Eliza Yaney, care Rev. W.
H. Davis, Columbus, Texas, Lock
Box 35.
DEAR EDITOR ---- I wish to inquire
for my sister Emily Worker, whom
I left in Dallas county, at Marengo
My owner was Joseph Worker.
My sister and her young missis
went to New Orleans. Address
me at Red River Landing La.
SALLY ANN WORKER
DEAR EDITOR ---- I wish to inquire
for my sister, Rachel Carson. She
is the daughter of Philip and Silvy
Carson. Before they were sold
they belonged to Billy Carson.
Names of their children: Andy,
Lawson, Rachel and Peggie. Sister
Rachel was sold to Mr. Mercullie,
and he took her to Texas, and
I have never heard from her since.
We were all living in North Carolina
when she was sold two years
before the war, and I have never
heard from her or father or mother.
Sister and brother are living in
Arkansas, 6 miles from Helena. I
came to Mississippi in 1874. Grandmother's
name is Judy Williams.
Address me at Oxford, Miss.
ANDY JOHNSON.
DEAR EDITOR ---- I wish to inquire
of an old friend of mine. His
name is Ben Herbert. He has a
son with us. His son's name is
Joseph Herbert, and he says that
in 1878 he lived in Jackson, Miss.,
but since that time he has removed,
and that he could not learn
where. In 1881 his son heard that
he had went through Vicksburg,
Miss , and was living somewhere
on the river, but he never could
find out where. In slavery he
belonged to Dr. P. Wilson. His
wife's name is Nelly. She died
one year before emancipation. I
will describe him: He is a low
small man, weighs about one
hundred and twenty pounds, about
fifty years of age, dark complexion,
high forehead, bald on the top.
He has got two sons and one
daughter. The eldest Joseph
Herbert, younger son's name is
Thomas Herbert and the daughter's
name Caroline Halthy. She
is married to Isam Halthy. Joseph
Herbert is a school teacher in our
vicinity and he stays with me.
Dear editor if such a man can be
found please address me at
Lexington, Miss. Yours truly,
BEN FORD.
DEAR EDITOR ---- I wish to inquire for my brother, Osborne Fairfax. I heard of him last about seven years ago. He was then living near Vicksburg, Miss. He used to belong to one Bazzle Kiger. Address me or his mother, Hannah Fairfax, at Navasota, Grimes Co.,Texas. WEST FAIRFAX.
DEAR EDITOR ---- I wish to inquire for my kin people, those whom I know anything about, and whom I have never seen since I was about five or six years old. I left them about Dec. 28th, 1865, in Limestone county, Texas, on the Navasota, near Springfield. My people, all belonged to the Strouds. Grandfather was Daniel --- I suppose since freedom he took the name of Medlock. Grandmother was Betsy. David, John, Nathan, and Jim were my father's brothers. I had uncles Willis and Isaiah, and aunts Rachel, Martha, Nancy, Nellie, Betsie, Becky --- all sons and daughters of grandfather David Medlock. Father's oldest child was a girl, Abby; the next was a boy, Robert, born May 1, 1856; Granley was the next, and I was the baby. Address, G. V. MEDLOCK.
Cedar Creek, Texas.
DEAR EDITOR ---- I wish to know
the whereabouts of my people, 1st.
Brother Anderson Turner and his
wife Delilia, children, Henrietta
and John Turner, his mother was
Edith who went to Mark Alexander
by marriage, his wife father
name was Philip and her mother
Sarah. 2d. My daughter Lucy
Turner was sold to James Turner,
her husband David Turner, her
mother and father, Eliza and Robert
Coleman belonged to H. E. Coleman
now dead, her sisters are
Mary some times called Polly Abbie,
now dead and Rose also dead;
brothers, William now dead, Benjamin,
Solomon and Arthur, all of
these I have heard of but Lucy.
My sister Elizabeth Alexander,
owned by Mark Alexander, Violet
Norrell, her children were Henry,
Timorns and Edith whose son was
Louis. The greater part of these
were in Virginia when last heard
of except Lucy, who was sold at
Atlanta, Georgia.
A. D. COLEMAN.
Enterprise, Clarke county, Miss.
DEAR EDITOR ---- I wish to make
inquiry for my brother, Jefferson
Watkins. I left him in Wilkes Co.,
Georgia, with a Mr. Peteek. I had
another brother, Philip Watkins,
with the same people, also a sister,
Caroline Watkins. I was seperated
from them by Mr. Burrel Aplin,
who brought me to Texas. Thomas
Watkins was my father. Address
me at Luling, Texas.
JOSEPH WATKINS.
DEAR EDITOR ---- My name at the
commencement of the war was
Major belonging to Henry Mitchell,
who lived in Martin county, North
Carolina. My mother was named
Lilly Mitchell and one sister named
Lempy, another named Easter, all
of whom lived in Martin county,
North Carolina. One brother
whose name was Isaiah, and
another brother named Nathan, and
another named Handy. Our sister
died long before the war named
Mary. I desire if any of the above
kindred are living anywhere in the
United States to address the
undersigned at McAlmon Station,
Pulaski county, Arkansas. I left
North Carolina sometime during
the war, I think during the year
1862. J. W. DAVIS
January 13th, 1882
DEAR EDITOR ---- Please allow me
space in your valuable paper to inquire
for my brothers and sisters.
We belonged to Mr. John R. Goff.
of Tucker county, West Virginia.
I was sold to Wm. Elliott, of same
State. My sister Louisia was sold
to Bob Kid, and was sent here to
Louisiana. My brothers' names
are Jerome, Thomas, Jacob, Joseph
and Uriah Culberson. The sisters
were Jemima, Drusilla, Louisa and
Eunice Jane. Jerome, Joseph and
Eunice Jane I know are dead. Uriah
is still living near the old home.
Thomas went with the rebel army.
Jacob and Drusilla are I know not
where. I married Jas. H. Howard
in Wheeling, W. Va., in 1868, and
moved here in 1873. My sister
Louisa is here living with Gilbert
Daigre, her former owner, as his
wife. I am very anxious to know
their whereabouts, and any information
that will enable me to find
them will be thankfully received.
Atlanta, Ga., Richmond, Va., and
Baltimore, Md., papers please copy.
Address me at Baton Rouge, La.
JEMIMA HOWARD.
DEAR EDITOR ---- I am inquiring
for my uncle David Raven, who
left the State of Georgia, six or
seven years ago. He has sisters
named Caroline, Peggie, and
Georgiana, and a brother Robert
Raven. My name is Rosetta
Henderson, sisters Emily Turner and
Antoinette Davenport. I am now
living in Morgan City, La., and
have the name
ROSETTA BURRELS.
DEAR EDITOR ---- I desire to find
my people. The name of my sisters
are Matilda and Charlotte ;
my brother Daniel Halens. I left
them about 12 miles this side of
the Sabine, with the old man
Sperman Halens.
ANNETTE WILLIAMS.
DEAR EDITOR ---- I have a daughter
in Louisiana. She lived at Mr.
Justus C King's. Her post office is
Waterproof, sometimes I got letters
from L'Argent post office. I
received a letter from her Oct. 3,
18__, and she said she had sent me
$10, and I did not get it. It has
been near two years ago, and I
have not heard from her since that
time. One time I received $2.
Her name is Eveline Wagner.
VIANNA MCQUEEN.
Taylorsville, Tennessee.
DEAR EDITOR ---- I was born ten miles northeast of Mayville, Ky , on Mrs. Margaret Cook's plantation. My mother's name was Pennela in White. She had three sons who went to St. Louis, John, Alvin, Aaron, Charlie, Oliver and James Henson. They went to St. Louis with Henry Duval. At that time I was going by the name of John Burnett. I was sold to a speculator by the name of James McMullen, and I was brought South by the same man. I had a sister by the name of Elizabeth, who married a man by the name of Henry Gine. Any one that can inform me of the above relatives will please address the Rev. A. D. Green or the writer. JNO. COOK. Kosciusko, Miss.
DEAR EDITOR ---- I wish to find
my kin people, my father and
mother. We were brought from
Mississippi before the war to Texas
by Mr. William Johnson. Then he
carried father and mother back to
Mississippi. Father and mother
were sold to a man by the name of
Mr. Sumptars Jarrell. There were
seven children of us, father's
name Friday Reed, mother's Anna
Reed ; brothers names M. Reed,
P. Reed, Samuel Reed, Charles
Reed, Jack Reed ; sisters names
Susan Reed, Darkus Reed. I will
be glad to hear from them. Address
Susan Reed, Galveston,
Texas, care Rev. G. W. Smith,
Tabernacle Church.
DEAR EDITOR ---- I wish to get some information concerning my wife' father : his name, when I left him in Athens, Ga., was Gilbert Grant. Since that time (1864) I have not heard from him. Wife's name was then Harriet Burke and her mother's Annie Bird. She was sold from Mr. W. M. Bird to Mr. Charles J. Burke who lived within a mile and a quarter of Union Point. She was then sold to a speculator by the name of McRiley who brought her South, where she has been ever since. She has three sisters, one named Martha Lowry. She has found one, Edie, who once belonged to the Birds. The other one is dead. If any one knows of such a person they will confer a favor by addressing me at Mayersville, Miss. REV. SAMUEL BLACKWELL.
DEAR EDITOR ---- I wish to in
quire for my mother, Jane Borden,
and six children. Father was
Robert Lacy. I left them on the
Brazos river in Texas in 1853,
near Waco. Bill Long sold me
and one child to George Merritt,
near Shreveport, La. My name
was Eliza Long, but is now Eliza
Henderson. Address me at Rose
Hill, La., care Jack Henderson.
Mother had two twins, and a wen
on her right ear.
DEAR EDITOR ---- I wish to inquire
about a young man by the name of
Ephriam McFershier, who was born
in Roberson county, North Carolina.
His mother's name is Lucy
Ann. Her master's name was
McGahie. His father's name was
Jack Fershier. From last report
he had come out to Texas.
Address me, in care of John R. Mills,
Berrian Plantation, Columbia, Tex.
EPHRIAM STEWARD.
DEAR EDITOR ---- I wish to inquire
about my people. I left them in a
trader's yard in Alexandria, with a
Mr. Franklin. They were to be
sent to New Orleans. Their names
were Jarvis, Moses, George and
Maria Gains. Any information of
them will be thankfully received.
Address me at Aberdeen, Miss.
CELIA RHODES.
DEAR EDITOR ---- I wish to inquire
for Henry Louis. The last account
I had of him he was preaching in
behalf of the Zion Methodists. He
lived at Chattanooga, Tenn., in
1875. He supplied a circuit
between Chattanooga and Rome, Ga.
or at Rome. He is a son of Mariah
Thomas. She is living with inquirer
and brother of Henry Louis
RICHARD TURNER
Houlka, Chickasaq county, Miss.
DEAR EDITOR ---- I wish to inquire
for my brother and cousin, Joe
Taylor and Ned Taylor. The last
account I heard of them, they was
living in Tulip, Ark., my other
brother Hanibal Taylor. Any
information of their where-abouts
will greatly oblige me by addressing
me at Waco, Texas, in care of
Rev. B. F. Smith, box 314
HANNAH TAYLOR
DEAR EDITOR ---- I wish to inquire
for my brother George. I heard
twice that he was living on Black
water. I heard he was living below
Meridian. His first wife was
named Clara Allen; but he quit
her and married again. His name
was George Jenkins, and he
belonged to Mr. Jenkins. I used to
be Chaney Land, but am now
Chaney Anderson. My husbands are
both dead. One was Brant Land,
the other Tom Anderson. Address
me at Coffedeliah, Miss, care Rev.
Robt. Hays.
DEAR EDITOR ---- I wish to inquire
for my brother, Eli Bennett. My
name was Bennett. When the
property was divided I fell to Sally
Bennett. She married Ebow Cotham,
after which I went by their
name. Please address me at
Airmount, Miss. BEN COTHAM.
DEAR EDITOR ---- I wish to inquire
for my family, I left my mother in
Baltimore. Her name was Rosetta
Waters. She used to belong to
William Hall. I left my grandmother
and grandfather in Eastern
Shore, Maryland. My grandmother
was Leah Waters. My grandfather
Isaac Waters. I left one sister on
Eastren [Eastern] Shore, Elizabeth Waters.
My name is Caroline Waters.
Address, Carrollton, Louisiana, 49
Dublin St.
DEAR EDITOR ---- I wish to inquire
for my father, Stephen Ridge, who,
the last time I saw him, lived at
Fayetteville, Washington county,
Ark. It has been 27 years since I
saw him. He was a colored man
and a Baptist preacher. Any
information of him will be gladly
received by addressing me at
Winchester, Fayette Co., Texas.
SOLOMON RIDGE.
DEAR EDITOR ---- I wish to inquire
for my people, brothers Shadrack,
Mashac and sister Rachel Jones.
Sylvy, Permelia, Robert and
Washington Griffin, also my uncle, Jeff
Griffin, who raised me. Mother
and father are dead. I had a
daughter named Elizabeth, but she
is married and I do not know her
husband's name, I have not heard
from her but once since I came
from Texas two years after the
war. We all lived in Georgia, one
mile from Ellijay, Gilmore county.
Shadrac, Meshac, and Rachel used
to belong to Sam Jones, Ringo
City, Ga. All the rest belonged to
Mr. Griffin when I left. Address,
Harriet Morris, now called Ailcy
Morris, San Felipe, Texas.
DEAR EDITOR ---- I wish to inquire
for my sister, Arabella. She was
sold by Mr. Allgaires in Clarksville,
Texas, during the war. She
belonged to Mr. Walker Leslie, in
Platt county, Mo. Mr. Mike Allgaires
brought her to Clarksville,
Texas, and sold her to Mr. John
Parker, who lived at Blossom
Prairie, Red River county, Texas.
When I last heard of her she was
in Little Rock, Ark., during the
war. Any information will be
thankfully received by her sister, at
San Antonio, Texas.
MARY GOODRICH.
DEAR EDITOR ---- I wish to inquire
for my son. I left him in Montgomery,
Ala., in 1865 with my
owner, William Belfort. His name
is Henry Mason and my name is
Elvira Strued, and the last time I
heard of him he was in Kansas.
His father's name was Edward
Strued.... Please address me at Benton,
Miss., in care of Rev. J. O.
Clemons.
DEAR EDITOR ---- I wish to inquire
for my uncle, Jim McBride. The
last heard from he was in Liberty
county, at or near Liberty, Tenn.
I am anxious to learn of his whereabouts.
Any information of him
will be thankfully received. Ad
me at Calvert, Robertson county,
Texas. SALLEY MCBRIDE.
DEAR EDITOR ---- I wish to inquire
for two of my neighbors. The
first is an old lady named Jennie
Striklen. She wishes to inquire
for her children ---- 5 boys, Joe,
Oyer, Abraham. They belonged
to Sam Steverson, of Gilesboro, S.
C. Carr, belonged to John Merers.
Jack belonged to Redie Lamb, of
Barnsville, Pike county, Ga.
Address Harriet Carter, Shuqualak,
Miss. The other friend's name
is Isaac Steward. He wishes to
inquire for his mother, sisters, and
brother. His mother's name is
Peggie; is sisters', Annie and
Eliza; brothers', Johnnie. They
belonged to old Dr. Norkora.
Address Isaac Steward, Shuqualak,
Miss.
DEAR EDITOR ---- I wish to inquire about my mother who I left in Monroe county, Georgia. I was brought to Texas by John Slack when but five years old and mother was sold to John Panil. I had one sister, Caroline. Mother's name was Eliza Slack. She had one sister and one brother, Mary and Henry Slack, who were brought to Texas at the same time and by the same man that I was. Any information will be gladly received. Address me at Columbus, Colorado Co., Texas, in care of Rev. George W. Smith. JOHN BENJAMIN SLACK.
DEAR EDITOR ---- I wish to inquire for my relatives, I left my mother and two brothers and two sisters at Springfield, Virginia, in the year 1862. Mother's name was Mary Dixon, brothers' name was Joseph and Fielden, and Sisters' was Hettie Brown and Susan Tolbert. Joe and Susan belonged to Charles Taylor, Hettie and Fielden and mother belonged to Dr. James Abinathey, who raised us all. My name was Juda Washington, sometimes called Julia. I left two children belonging to David Reece on Patterson's Creek, the boys' name was Johnny and Ida Washington, I wish the pastors of Virginia would help me to find my people as I am growing old and have no one to help me. I have not heard a word from my people since I left them. Any information of the above will be thankfully received. Please address me in care of Rev. P. Morgan, pastor of West Tabernacle M. E. Church, corner Avenue I and 28 street, Galveston, Texas JUDA WASHINGTON.
DEAR EDITOR ---- I wish to make
inquiry for my brother. He went
away a little before Christmas 1878,
and I have not heard from him
since. His name is E. M. Isom.
He lived last year with Dr. J. J.
Pullam, Lagrange, Tenn. If he is
still living he will please write to
me at Oxford, Miss.
R. B. ISOM.
DEAR EDITOR ---- I wish to make
inquiry through your valuable columns
for my mother, Mary Brown.
I saw her right after freedom.
Then she was in the city of Houston,
Texas, but soon after left for
San Jacinto county. I learned
since that she was seen in New Orleans.
The name I went by then
was Winnie Sellers, but is now
Winnie Blakeley. My aunts' names
are Lucinda Davis, Lottie McClenan
and Sarah McClenan. My uncles'
names were Sam Warren and
Berry McClenan. My grandfather's
and grandmother's names were
Nathan and Jennie McClenan. I am
very anxious to learn their whereabouts.
Any information will be
thankfully received. Direct your
letters to Calvert, Roberson Co.,
Texas, in care of J. W. Robinson
or Dr. G. N. Mead. Ministers of
every charge where this paper visits
please read this anxious inquiry
and oblige, yours truly,
WINNIE BLAKELEY.
DEAR EDITOR ---- My mother
Milly Bush, after her second
marriage Milly Johnson, and former
owner Mrs. Sally Ward Grayson
sometimes called Milly Grayson,
was sold before the war at Louisville,
Ky , to a negro trader
who brought her to New Orleans.
She left seven children. I have
heard of her twice through a lady
from New Orleans. I am her
daughter and will reward any one
who will furnish information of
her whereabouts.
MRS JANE GRAY
529 Sixth Street, Louisville, Ky.
DEAR EDITOR ---- Please let me
inquire about my relatives, whom I
left behind when I went to Texas.
I came here with a man by the
name of John Mattix. My first
wife's name was Allie Mason. She
had three children with her. The
name of the oldest was Daniel
Monroe Mason, and the others were
named Jesse and Levinia. I left
them in 1846 in Lawrence county,
Georgia, near Dublin. My next
wife's name was Sarah Berry. Her
guardian's name was Judge Berry.
She lived in Alabama, but moved
to Georgia. I left her in 1850. My
next wife's name was Bitha Fason.
She had two children, one named
Daniel and the other Jesse Daniel
Fason. I left them in 1852 in Barber
county, Alabama. I used to go
by the name of Daniel Mattix. My
name now is Daniel Sherman.
Address me at Jefferson, Texas.
DANIEL SHERMAN.
DEAR EDITOR ----- I belonged to
John Rowden of St. Charles county
Missouri. I was called Clarissa. I
was sold to Mr. Kerle, a planter
My mother was named Perline. I
was the youngest of mother's first
children. I had a sister named
Sephrony, and a brother called
Anderson. I don't know much
about mother's second children.
My step father's name was Sam.
He was a house carpenter and also
belonged to Mr. Rowden. I was
eight or nine years of age when
sold. When Polk & Dallas passed
through the country. I remember
hearing them say I was ten years
old. I wish to inquire if I have any
living kindfolks and exactly where
they are now living, and their full
names, so that I can write to them
I have written before but have
received no reply. I am all alone in
the world, and it would be a great
happiness to me to know that I had
some living kinfolks. If mother,
sisters and brothers are dead, I
think I must have some neices or
nephews living. Hoping with the
help of God to hear from some of
my family and that before long. I
remain respectfully Carrisa
(now Ann). Mrs. Ann Read, No. 246
Customhouse St., bet. Marais and
Treme sta., New Orleans.
DEAR EDITOR ----- I wish to find
daughter Ellen Whitley. She was
taken from my son Sidney Robertson
at Milican in 1870 while I was
gone to Bremond. She was taken
by her father; Her father's name is
George Whiteley. The last I
heard of her she was in Galveston,
but I have heard since she was not.
Your information will be happily
received. Address me at Bremond.
Robertson county.
MRS. WILLIAM GIBBS.
DEAR EDITOR ----- My brother was sold in Richmond, Va., 35 years ago to Seward, and was carried to Texas. His name was John Carter. I saw a piece in your paper, I think it was him. He says his sister's name was Margaret and brother's name Henderson Carter, and he has four brothers. I have a sister, Margaret Carter, but my name is Horace Carter, and I have four brothers, all except one. My aunt's name is Betsey, grandma Peggy, mother's Ann Carter. I am now living six miles west of Oxford, Miss. My brother was nine years old when he was sold in Richmond. I belonged to Robert Carter. HORACE CARTER.
DEAR EDITOR ----- I am a regula [regular]
student at the Wiley University
and have not heard from my kin
folks in eleven or twelve years. I
came to Arkansas with my father's
brother, from Alabama in 1870.
We took the train in Columbus,
Georgia. Father's name Abraham
Murray ; my mother Celia, his
wife who, used to belong to Dr.
Thornton. My mothers mother's
name is Venius, her husband
Joshua. We lived between Little
and Big Ochee, in Alabama.
Father had the rheumatism when
he left. He had also a broken
arm caused by seining he said. I
am the only son of my mother, and
had two sisters. Any person knowing
Dolger Thorton or people that
used to belong to him, and will
please inform them of us, will
greatly oblige
MATT MURRAY,
Wiley University,
Marshall, Texas.
DEAR EDITOR ----- I desire to
inquire for my brother John who
once belonged to a man by the
name of Doctor Coleman in Raliegh
Shelby county, Tennessee.
The said Coleman owned our mother
and our mother's four children.
The said man John was the
oldest, Jane, our sister, the next
oldest, brother Henry next oldest,
Dennis the youngest. Coleman
took John from Raleigh to Memphis
in or about the year of 1845
or 1846, sold him to man by the
name of Whitney, who carried him
to Mississippi, near Holly Springs.
Any one who may find my brother
and satisfy me of the same, I will
make them a present of $10.
Address me DENNIS D. BRANCH,
McAlmont Station, Arkansas
DEAR EDITOR ----- I have a son who
left me in 1878, and I have never
heard from him since. His name
is Michael Jordan. Any information
of him will be gladly received.
Please address me at Enterprise,
Clark Co., Miss.
EDMON JORDAN.
DEAR EDITOR ----- I wish to inquire
for my four children in North Carolina.
One is Eliza, the others are
Eliza, Joshua and Daniel. When I
left they belonged to William Oldes.
Their mother's name was Lydia
Oldes. MILES PROCTOR.
DEAR EDITOR ----- I wish to inquire
for my son ; his name is Rufus Bennitt
and my name is Samuel Bennitt.
The last time I heard from
him he was in Washington City. I
got a letter from him in 1873.
Address me at Enterprise, Miss.
SAMUEL BENNITT.
DEAR EDITOR ----- Allow me to
inquire through your valuable paper
for my daughter. She left Austin
about the year 1869 and went to
Galveston with Mrs. Perry, and
lived there with Mrs. Fellman.
She afterwards went to New
Orleans, and that is the last I heard
of her. Her father's name is Lonzo
Harrison; mothers' Minnie
Harrison: they live in Austin, Texas.
Her brothers' names are James,
Robert and Lonzo Harrison; sieters', [sisters']
Lizzie, Esther and Emaline Harrison.
Address me at Austin, Texas,
in care of Rev. D. Gregory.
MINNIE HARRISON.
DEAR EDITOR ----- I desire to find
my parents ---- Wm. Alexander
Irwin and Sarah Irwin. They
originally from Duck River, Tenn.,
and removed to Salt Works, Ga. I
came to Texas after the fall of
Vicksburg. Please address me at
Austin, Travis Co., Texas.
MARY JANE IRWIN.
DEAR EDITOR ----- I wish to inquire
for my brother, George Shamburger.
The last time I heard from
him he lived in New Orleans. Also
Bro. Henry Shannon. He lived at
Honey Head Island. Address me
at Chuukey Station, Newton Co.
Miss. CHARLEY SHAMBERGER.
DEAR EDITOR ----- I wish to inquire
for my kin folks. My first master
was Mr. Johnston, of Petersburg,
Virginia. When I left my folks I
was eleven years old. Sister's name
was Lucy White ; brother's, Frank
Ralston Johnston. Please address
me at China Grove, Miss.
JAMES J. RAPIED.
DEAR EDITOR ----- I wish to inquire for my brother, Berry Caldwell. He and family left South Carolina in 1870 and went to Tennessee, and myself and family came to Mississippi with brother Riley Walker. Please address me at Jackson, Miss.
ISAAC ADAMS.
DEAR EDITOR ------ I desire to learn
the whereabouts of my father,
mother, sisters and brothers. My
mother married the second time.
Her first husband was Wm. Price,
by whom she had four children ----
Sarah, Harriet, Mary and William.
I was the first by the latter husband,
named Charles. The others
were Monroe, Charley, Isaiah,
Charlotte, John, Simpson and Adeline.
Mother was named Hannah.
We were all sold in 1856, in Wayne
Co. We did belong to James Elliot.
My sister Sarah belonged to Jack
Madecue. My sister Harriet
belonged to Bifel. Mary Ann, Monroe
and Charley were sold to Kittie
Robinson, and went to Maryland.
Mother, Adeline, William and I
were brought to Mississippi. Mother
and Adeline are both dead. I
received several letters from Mary
Ann. The last was in 1873. She
was living in Little Rock, Ark.
Please address me at Egypt Station,
Miss. NARO GILLESPIE.
DEAR EDITOR ------ I desire information
of my mother, sisters and
brothers. Mother belonged to Wm
Taller. Father was Drury. Mother
married John Semmon. When last
heard from she was living in St.
Joseph, Mo. I was then living with
the family of Oscar Newton, Summit,
Miss. Address me at Lavernia,
Texas. MRS. KATY REESE.
DEAR EDITOR ------ I wish to make inquire for my brother. The last I heard from him he was in Waco, Texas, in the year 1878. His name is Tyou Bateman. His first owner was Sim Bateman and the next Sandy Brown. Address me at Luling, Caldwell Co., Texas. JANE FRISBY.
DEAR EDITOR ----I wish to hear of
Eliza Cotton. Her brother was Edgar
Spencer. In old times our sister
was named Nancy Spencer.
Our mother, Maria, had those
three children and another named
Matilda ----four in all. I found Nancy
Spencer in Virginia, and I am informed
that sister Eliza is in New
Orleans. Let this letter be read
from the pulpits, and address me
at Indian Bayou, Sunflower Co.,
Miss. EDGAR SPENCER.
DEAR EDITOR : --- I desire to inquire for my son. Thirty years ago, at the age of six years, he was sold away from me at Covington, Ky., to Richard Kay by Jno. N. Howard. His name then was Legrand Howard. His complexion is very fair. I have seen him but once since, the next year after he was sold. Any information concerning him, should this not meet his eye, will be gratefully received by his aged and anxious mother. Direct in care of Mr. B. Graves, 320 West 5th st., Cincinnati, Ohio. CAROLINE HOWARD.
DEAR EDITOR : I desire to inquire
for my mother's people. Her
name is Mary Duken; father's
name was Reuben; grand mothers
Kittie. Mother is from Frederick
county, Virginia. The last man
she belonged to was Robert Marshall.
He was going to whip her
one day, and she ran off to Winchester,
Virginia, in April (year
unknown) and stayed until October.
She had four brothers Robert,
Reuben, Randall and John and
two sisters Sneizer and Arkania ;
and an aunt Eliza. Address
THOMAS YOUNG.
Care Rev. C. L. Crump, Batesville
Miss.
DEAR EDITOR : I left my father
at Tuskegee, Macon county, Ala.,
ten years ago this fall. His name
was Thomas Perry. He belonged
to D [indecipherable] n Perry during the war. I
had two brothers, Eli and William,
and five sisters, Lydia, Martha,
Emily, Mary and Louisa. My father
was a Methodist preacher and had
charge of the Warrior Stand Church,
about twelve miles from town. Any
information as to his whereabouts
will be gladly received. Address
A. J. CRINER,
Grandview, Johnson Co., Texas.
DEAR EDITOR : I wish information
about my mother and two
children. Mother's name is Beckie
Wells, brother's Charlie, sister's
Annie. They lived near Pontotoc,
Miss., and left in 1865. I have
heard from them but once since.
They were then in Memphis. I ask
all preachers and friends to make
inquires for them, for I want to see
them very much. If found address
me. HENRY WELLS,
care Rev. J. M. Nevils, Ripley, Miss.
DEAR EDITOR : I wish to get
some information of my aunt. Her
name is Juliet. She belonged to
Lewis May, in Louisiana, and he
sold her to a man by the name of
Phillip. I can only think of some
of her children's names: Sigh, May,
Green, Myand, Charley. Elias
is here with me. My father's name
was Bill May and my name was
May, but I go by the name of
WADE HAMILTON..
Bryan, Texas.
DEAR EDITOR : I wish to inquire
for my brother Jason or any of his
children. He was sold from me in
Mobile in 1848 to Mr. Lagoin, of
Mississippi, then he went by the
name of Jason McKinzie. His
wife was Bettie, his daughter
Josephine. Our mother was Joilett
McKinzie. I was sold to Edwin A.
Glover and brought to Texas. I
now go by the name of Samuel,
and am a local preacher of the M.
E. Church. Bro. Jason was also a
preacher. Address
LEROY SAMUEL,
care Prof. W. H. Jackson,
San Felipe, Texas.
DEAR EDITOR : I wish to inquire
for my father. His name is Gardner.
He used to belong to a man
by the name of Kindred, but I
believe by marriage he belonged to
Mr. Jack Walden , in Geoogia [Georgia],
Thomasville county. His wife, who is
my mother, belonged to the Widow
Hall, seven miles from Tallahassee.
Her name was Layton. Address
me, Gardner Waller, No. 341 S
Jacinto street, Houston, Texas.
DEAR EDITOR : Please allow me
to inquire for my folks in Texas.
My wife's name was Susannah ;
brother's Peter McKinsey ; the
elder girl's Harriet, the other Sally.
They went to Texas with the widow
McKinney, and lived on the Fulton
road, one mile from Taylor.
Address TOM TAYLOR,
Prairie Station, Miss.
DEAR EDITOR :- I wish to see if
my relatives can be found. My
father and mother were named
Thomas and Clarisey Jones. My
mother is dead; my father belonged to
John Ebert; but they were sold to
Mr. Walker. He set them free and
they went to Tennessee and left me
in Vicksburg, Miss., with John
Ebert. I had three brothers that
I know, Charles and Drury Richard,
and Robt. Jones. My sisters' names
were Jennie and Julia Francis
Jones, and they are married now
and go by their husbands' names:
Jennie Ales, wife of Scott Ales;
Julia Anderson, wife of Claiborne
Anderson; Francis Hicks, wife of
Willis Hicks. Francis is dead - she
left a son named Richard. My name
was Annetta Jones, and the next
sisters to me were Kinnie Johnson,
Cornelius Johnson's wife; Susan
Jones; Leanna Bald, wife of Louis
Bald, he went to Canada. I had two
daughters, Missouri and Emily -
Emily died with me. After the
death of John Ebert I was sold to
Dr. Meade, in St. Mary's parish, La.,
and my daughter. Missouri was
sold on Red River. Had one granddaughter,
I left her in Vicksburg,
Miss., Address me at Pass Christian,
Harrison county, Miss. I
now go by the name of Annetta
Goodwin. Direct in care of Joseph
Shotter.
DEAR EDITOR I desire to find my son, Bob Griffett, whom I left at Liberty, Texas in the year 1837, with John Base. From there he was carried to Kemper Co, Miss. Please address me at Beaumont, Texas. SALLEY BURRAL, formerly Salley Griffett.
DEAR EDITOR I wish to find my brother whom I left in Oglethorpe, Macon county, Ga, in 1876, and have written several letters and cannot hear from him. His name is Leevie Smith. He was a preacher in the A. M. E. Church the last I heard of him. Address me 256 Hernando street, Memphis, Tenn. J. L. Massey.
DEAR EDITOR- I desire to inquire
for my two aunts. My father's
name was Leven Achworth, his
sisters Leah and Ary Achworth.
Their mother's name was Gracy
Achworth, their father's name was
Moses James, and is yet alive.
They were sold by John Moore at
Green Hill, Somerset Co., Maryland,
and taken to Missouri. My
father's name is now Leven Bell,
Sr., his post-office is Starkville,
Oktibbeha co , Miss. Write to my
father at Starkville or to me, L.J.
S. Bell, Philadelphia circuit, Miss.
DEAR EDITOR- I desire to inquire for my people. Mother was Pearline, stepfather was Sam. Mother had two sets of children. There were five of us, and two died before I left home. The oldest, Sophronia, was sold first; there were Fannie, Morgan, Anderson and myself. Parents belonged to John Ronden. The old man and I was sold to a Mr. Currel, and he died, and mistress married again and carried me to Kentucky. My people were living in St. Charles county, Missouri, when I was sold for cutting off two of my young boss's fingers. It has been about 46 years since I saw or heard from my people. Then I was sold from Kentucky to New Orleans. Last owner was Mrs. Moore. Write to me at Union Chapel M. E. Church, New Orleans, care Rev. S. Priestley. CLARISSA REED.
DEAR EDITOR- I wish to hear
of my friends. Father was Jackson
Jennings, and he was set free
before the war by his owners, and
went to Alabama. Sister was a
girl about ten years old, and left
with her young master, Frank
Sloat. When he died her father
left her with her grandmother,
Fanny Sloat. Her name is now
Victoria Wright. Address her at
Meridian, Miss., care of S. Young.
DEAR EDITOR- I wish to inquire
for my sister Nancy. Mother is
Henrietta. I left her at Poindexter's
trade yard. We belonged to
a man named Scott. Address me at
Lockhart, Texas. PHILIP SCOTT.
DEAR EDITOR- I wish to inquire
for my uncle, Calvin Dobbin. He
belonged to Lenora Dobbin, of Hall
county, Alabama. She married
William Frierson and moved to
New Orleans in 1848. He left in
Hall county Ala., a wife and two
children- Eleanor Francis and John
Witherspoon. Please address me
at Caledonia, Miss.
J.H. WITHERSPOON
DEAR EDITOR- I wish to inquire for a lost brother, Eddie Dyzart, nick named Tobie Dyzart. He was born in St. Joseph, Mo., was taken to White Cloud, Mo., then to St. Louis, then to Oxford, Miss., and from there to Mobile, Ala. Since then I have not heard from him. Our mother's name was America Dyzart. Please address me at Ludlow, Scott Co., Miss. My name was William Dyzart, but is now
WILLIAM WARE.
DEAR EDITOR- I wish to inquire for mother and sisters. Mother's name is Martha Jackson. She was taken away from me by Judge [undecipherable], our owner in Virginia, carried to Fredericksburgh, Va, and sold in 1833. The last time she was heard from, she was in Columbus, Miss., keeping a millinery store with three daughters, Serena, Henrietta, and Louisa Jackson. All are now grown. Address me at 259 Peter Street, New Orleans, La MRS ALICE REBECCA LEWIS
DEAR EDITOR- I wish to inquire for my brother-in-law, John R. Grimes. His mother's name was Hettie Grimes and his sisters, Mary and Rachel Grimes. Address me at Houston, Texas. TENOLA EDWARDS
DEAR EDITOR- I wish to inquire for my morter and brother George. Brother used to belong to lawyer Mayes. I have another brother, Isaac. Mother's name is Nancy Mayes. The last I heard from George I left him in the western district of Columbia. A few years ago King Wiley said he was living at Friars Point. Address me at Oxford, Lafayette Co., Miss., in care of R.B. Isom. LUCY WEBB
DEAR EDITOR- I wish to inquire for my mother, left in Mississippi about sixteen years ago. She belonged to Von, in Jasper county. I had two sisters and five brothers, Redy, Handy, Peter, Clinton Pickett, September, and Henry Clay. I left to nurse for Tom Grayson. He sold me to a trader, who brought me to Texas just before the breakup. Have not heard from my mother since, and I am almost crazy to hear from them. Address MARY VON, Care H. Casey, Webberville, Travis county, Texas.
DEAR EDITOR- I wish to inquire for my people, whom I left ten years ago in Aberdeen, Monroe Co., Miss. My grandmother's name was Matilda Hogan, brother's Wm. Henlery. Any information of them will be gladly received. Address me at Chunky Station, Newton Co., Miss. ANDREW JACKSON MCMEAR
DEAR EDITOR- I wish to inquire for my relatives. Mother was Aceneth. One brother was Sam. Two sisters, the oldest Nancy, and Mary. We belonged to a Mr. Southerling, in Arkansas, who lived near Memphis, Tenn. He sold us to John Range, who brought us to Texas. Mother got two of her middle fingers cut off with a shuck cutter while cutting shucks to feed the cows. She was sold to a Mr. Cain. She came to see us once after we were sold and a short time after that we moved to Rock Wall. I was then sold from my oldest sister and brought South. I have been anxious since I was ten years old to learn something about my relatives. Address me at Double Bayou, Chambers co., Texas. Edmond Thomas
DEAR EDITOR- I wish to make
inquiry through the ADVOCATE for
my wife's brother, whose name is
James Taylor, or James Robinson.
The last I heard of him, he was at
the White Pine lumber yard, Florida.
If any information can be
given of him, please write to Agnes
Smoot at 311 Perdido street, New
Orleans. G. SMOOT.
DEAR EDITOR- I wish to make inquiries for our friends that we have lost sight of. The last I heard from an aunt of mine was some thirteen years ago, and then I heard that she was in Noxubee Co , Miss. Her name is Lila Jeans. She used to belong to Mr. Perry Jeans, in Lawrence Co., S C; then to his widow, Mrs. Annie Jeans; and her son, Tom Jeans, brought my aunt to Mississippi some twenty-three years ago. My aunt's mother's name was Clara- she used to belong to Mr. Perry Jeans too. The names of my aunt's sisters- those that I know- were Charlotte, that is my mother ; Nancy and Harriet. My aunt's husband's name was Bill Barnes. His former owner was Mr. Dick Barnes, of Lawrence Co., S.C. Address me at Pickens, Miss. MELISSA WILSON.
DEAR EDITOR-- I am Deley Dosa, daughter of Martha Dosa : sisters were Sarah, Mary and Margaret ; brother was James. We belonged to Bill Whers, in Pikeville, Tennessee, and were sold three years before the war. Address me, care of Rev. Thos. Kennedy, Algiers, La.
DEAR EDITOR-- I desire to
inquire for my brother, John Lee
Webb, who left here last June and
said he was going to Mississippi
Bottom I have heard nothing
from him sines [since]. My address is
College Hill, Lafayette Co, Miss.
J. G. WEBB
Dear Editor-- I desire to find
my wife's uncle. His name was
Charles Bender, and used to belong
to Mr. Griffin Bender, in Jasper
county Mississippi. His
mother's name was Chanie Bender.
He has a hand burnt off when a
child. He ran away from his owners
one year before the war. The
last heard of him was that he had
gone to Vicksburg, Miss. My wife's
name was Callie Bender, now Calelle
Brown. Any information about
him will be gladly received.
Address, Rev. C. H. Brown, Moss
Point P. O., Jackson county, Miss.
DEAR EDITOR-- I desire to find my cousin, Emmaline Caloway. She had a daughter, Elmira Olemo. The last I heard from her she was living on the M. N. T. Railroad, at Batesville, Miss., in 1874. Address me at Granada, Miss. ALFRED PEACOCK.
DEAR EDITOR-- I desire to inquire for my father and sister. Sister, Martha Thomson, was bought by James Thomson in Noxubee and brought to Attala county, Mississippi. Father, Anthony Hudson, was sold and carried to Alabama during the war. I heard of him in Noxubee county at the time of the surrender. Address me at Durant, Miss. J. FULLYLOVE
DEAR EDITOR-- I desire to know
the whereabouts of my father,
Orange Hudson, who left Simmons'
Plantation, near Benton, Miss, in
1873. The last letter from him
informed me that he was at Market
Garden, near Stone River, Tenn.
Any information relative to him
will be gladly received. Address
me at Benton, Misss.
CAROLINE WILBURN.
DEAR EDITOR-- I see by your paper that a gentleman named George Reeves visited the Missouri annual conference. I have a brother by that name, whom I left in Cass county, Georgia. He was sold when living close to Alton. Allen, Henry, and I, were brought to Texas by C. C. Huff. Allen died since the break up. Henry and I are still living near Luling, Texas. Mother, Minnie Reeves, died in Georgia. Father is Henry Reeves. If the George Reeves referred to is my brother, he will please address me, care of James Stone, Luling, Texas.
MACK HUFF.
DEAR EDITOR-- I want to find my brother, Dilliard Richardson. He left here in 1873 I have one sister by the name of Lue Cuner, in Waco, Texas. Address JAMES PROTHER. Marlin, Texas.
DEAR EDITOR-- I want to hear from my son, Lewis Hickerson. When last heard from he was at Como, Panola Co., Miss. His father's name is Harrison Thompson. He left Manchester, Coffee county, Tenn., in 1863. A daughter, Victory, was sold from the same place in 1865, to Dr. Singleton. When last heard from she was at Fairfield, Bedford Co., Tenn. Address your mother at Hillsboro, Coffee Co., Tenn, care Rev. J. Summerhill. JENNIE RUTLEGE
DEAR EDITOR-- I wish to find my relations, used to belong to Abb Wilson. Mother's name was Celia Wilson; brother was Nace Wilson. He was born blind. Another brother was Sandy Wilson. My sister's name was Minerva Wilson. They belonged to Robert Eglen. Any information about them will be thankfully received. Address me at No. 69 Hillary street, seventh district, New Orleans, La., Maria Wilson Botly.
DEAR EDITOR-- I wish to inquire
for my brother. He belonged to
Ed. Cook, in Boydsville, Tennessee,
and was taken by him to Texas,
and sold. His name was Roland.
I belonged to Dr. McConnell,
who married Cook's sister Louisa.
Our father was George, and belonged
to Elijah Bennett. Mother
was Sarah, and belonged to Widow
Cook, near Boydsville. There was
eleven of us in family. Alfred,
Henderson, Harriet, Huldy, Riley,
Anthony, Betsey, Jordan, Violet.
Address me at Baton Rouge, La.
DAVID COOK.
DEAR EDITOR-- I wish to inquire father and mother. Mother's name was Judia Gibson. She belonged to Steve Gibson. Geo. Ashford swapped her to Gibson. Father's name was Center Gibson. I left them with Steve Gibson, in Fairfield district, South Carolina, about twenty years ago. Please address me at New Prospect, Choctaw Co, Miss.
JERRY ASHFORD.
DEAR EDITOR-- I wish to inquire for a friend, Mary Caradine. She left West Point, Miss., in 1868 and came to Texas. She had three children, Chesterfield, the baby, Nancy and Jamima. My name is Joseph Bonapart Chandler, but am called Boney for short. Please address me at Fulton, Texas.
DEAR EDITOR-- I wish to inquire for my brother, Albert Cooper, who left here two years before the war and went to Texas with a Mr. Cooper. We belonged to Wann Johnson. We had one sister, Eliza Johnson. Mother's name was Mary Cooper. Address me at Hickory Station, Newton Co., Miss.
FRINK JOHNSON.
DEAR EDITOR-- I wish to inquire for my brother, Dick Woods, who left me in Alabama in 1875. He was the father of six children when he left. Mother had six children, Dick, Prince Gussett, Peter, Martha, Milly and Betty Woods. The last time I heard of brother he was in Lowndes county, Alabama. Address me at Clinton, Hinds Co., Miss.
PETER WOODS
DEAR EDITOR-- I wish to inquire for my father, mother, brothers and sisters. Father's name is Henry Mack. He belonged to Albert Shout. Mother's name is America Mack. She belonged to Boom Rally, in Woodford county, Ky. When I was brought to Texas I left a sister, Maria Mack, and three brothers -- Asbury, Martin and Bradford Mack. When I came to Texas I was sold to Conrad Slaughter. I have been in Texas twenty-five years. When I left there I was a girl about twelve years old. I have heard from them twice since the emancipation. The last time I heard from them she was at Versailles, Woodford county, with Mr. Alexander Thornton. Any information of them will be thankfully received. Address me at Victoria, Texas, in care of Rev. A. R. Norris. My name was Pauline Mack, but now I am married and my name is PAULINE HARPER.
DEAR EDITOR-- I wish to inquire for my father. I have not seen or heard from him since 1852. I left him eighteen miles from Shreveport, La. His name was Holder Waddle, and my mother Tener Waddle. I am his oldest son and my name is Joseph Waddle. By marriage I fell to Ann Scoot, who married David Hester. David Hester was killed in Shreveport ; then we were taken in charge by Charles Hester and carried to Mississippi, Hinds Co.; from there to Tensas parish, La., and from there to Colorado Co. Texas. My sister who is dead was named Minerva, others were Elviry, Rose, and Harriet. Brothers Robert and Scoot are dead. I now go by the name of J. H. Holden. Address me at Alleyton, Colorado Co., Texas, in care of Mr. G. R. Smith.
DEAR EDITOR-- I wish to inquire for my folks. Mother's name was Janette, and she belonged to Thos. M. Johnson, of Kennerville, Ky. I belonged to Reason Davis, at the same place, and was sold two years before the war to George Redman. Father's name was Milton Hazzard; brothers', George and Whitefield Johnson; sisters', Delia, Patsy and Laura Johnson; uncle's Barret Gathright. I was brought to Texas by Dr. S. Gaines. Please address me at Luling, Texas.
LETTIA BIRD.
DEAR EDITOR-- I wish to inquire for my mother's relations I lived in South Carolina, near Poplar Spring Church, near Boyd's mill. I had four sisters and five brothers. My sisters' names were Mary, Phoebe, Dicy, Durieshia, and my name is Huldy. My brothers are Hince, Nathan, Joshua, Ab and Henry. My mother's name was Viny, but they nicknamed her Brine. We belonged to an old man by the name of Bill South. My father's name was Peter Waits, and he belonged to Phil Waits. My mother is dead. She died since I left there. I belonged to old man Johnny South. Address Huldy South, Stockbridge, Henry Co., Ga.
DEAR EDITOR-- I wish to inquire for my relatives. Father was Andrew Burch, mother Eliza, sisters Mahala Ann and Clara, Harriet and Lucretia, Thomas, Hillary and William. My old owner's name was Joe Burch, mistress Susy Ann Burch. My name was Stephen Burch and I was sold to a negro trader at Louisville, Kentucky. Address, L. S. DECKARD. Brenham, Texas.
DEAR EDITOR-- I wish to inquire for my sister Martha, who was sold from us at Jackson, Tennessee, to Tom Boyle, near Boliva, Tennessee. She was seven years old at the time. We all belonged to John Green. Mother's name was Dollie; father's, Granville -- he belonged to Tom Norman, of Whiteville, Tennessee. There were five children -- William, Granville, Martha, Laura and Richmond (the baby). Mother and all the children but Martha are living together in Texas. Address me at Austin, Travis county, Texas. REV. GRANVILLE NORMAN.
DEAR EDITOR-- I wish to inquire for my son, Sam Doods. He belonged to Moses Foster, who lived in Copiah Co., Miss. He left home in June, 1862. When last heard from he was in the 58th U.S. Colored Infantry under Col. Preston. Address me at Brookhaven, Miss., in care of Rev. H. May.
BETSY DOODS.
DEAR EDITOR-- I wish to inquire for my uncles, Frank, Sam and Joe, who went from Kemper Co., Miss. Their mother's name is Penny Pollock. Joe ran away from Dr. A. Brown during the war, and the last I heard of him he was in Chicago, Illinois. Frank left to go to Texas with John Warren, and I have heard that he is there. Sam is in Louisiana. Their mother is still living in Kemper Co., Miss., as are also their sister Mary and brother Redin, my father. Address me at Herbert, Kemper Co., Miss.
SAMUEL POLLOCK
DEAR EDITOR-- I wish to inquire for two lost brothers. Their names are Davie and Charles Davis, and belonged to William Tapscut, of Buckingham Co., Va. The last known of Davie he was sold to a speculator named Wilkins, who took him to Lynchburgh, Va. The last known of Charles he was sold by Ben Tapscut, in Richmond, Va. There is another brother, Harrison. The last heard of he was in Leflore Co., Miss., teaching school. Please address me at Bagwell, Texas, in cars of P. S. Wilkinson, Jr.
TITUS DAVIS
DEAR EDITOR-- I wish to inquire my brother, Joseph Alexander, formerly called Tody. He is the son of Maria Fisher, who belonged to Dr. David Broadenax. He left here about 1870, and we have not heard from him for eight or nine months. Mother's first owner was one Atkinson, and she then went by the name of Annie Maria. Address me at Belleville, Austin Co, Texas.
GEO. H. E. FIELDS.
DEAR EDITOR-- I wish to know the whereabouts of a pastor named Lyons May. Five or seven years ago he was preaching on a circuit in Texas. I left there and have not heard from him since. I wish to know whether he is alive or not, and if he is still in the ministry.
G. B. WILSON.
Monroe, Louisiana.
DEAR EDITOR-- I wish to obtain
some knowledge of the whereabouts
of my relations. Mother's name is
Jennie Bowyer. I left her in Fairfield
District, S.C. She used to
belong to Mike Bowyer. Brother's
name was Fred Barker. He was
willed to Wm. Barker, who carried
him to Georgia. Sister Maria Barker
went with him. Sister Lucy
was willed to Isaac Tharp. I left
her in South Carolina. Sister
Malilda was willed to Marion Burns,
in South Carolina. Adeline Cammon
wishes information of her sister,
Maria Terrel, whom she left in
Quincy, Miss. She used to belong
to Mormon Terrel. Any information
concerning the above named parties
will be prayerfully received by
Morgan Cammon, or his wife, Adeline
Cammon, at Luling, Caldwell
Co., Texas.
DEAR EDITOR-- I would like to
hear from sister Priscilla
Brown, brother Andrew Brown,
and Henry Wilson. It has been so
long since I heard from them that
I fear some of the are dead. I
also have several cousins I would
like to hear from - Louis Johnson
and Maria Johnson. I am living
in Bremond, Texas. used to belong
to Phil Key on Arcadia place
My brother and sister belonged to
Mr. Cox. SARAH ANN KEY.
DEAR EDITOR-- My mother's name was Martha. When I came from Virginia she lived in Lynchburg, Va., belonging to a Bob Morris who was proprietor of Franklin Hotel. I also left two brothers named George and John, also two sisters named Polly and Martha Ann, also two uncles named George and Radford, both of whom were blacksmiths belonging to a Mr. Sanders. Madison Williams raised me and sold me to Whitfield Smith who brought me South. All this was during the year J. K. Polk was elected President. My maiden name was Amanda Williams. If any one who reads this knows any of these people please address Amanda Overton, Camp between Bordeaux and Line streets, New Orleams, La.
DEAR EDITOR--Allow me to inquire for my brother and sister I left them in Virginia the year before the war. The year before the war begun I belonged to W. Fairfax. Father was Alsard, mother Sophie. Everybody called me Sallie, but my name is Marbella : brother's, James Bolden : sister's, Mary Solit. Father and mother were sold in Richmond. Martha Isabella and Malinda Jane were the names of twins. Write to me at Whitefield, Miss.
C. COLLINS
DEAR EDITOR--I desire to find out if any of my family are living. I have heard nothing of any of them since slave times. Before the war we belonged to a Mr. George Shackelford, who lived in Maysville, Mason county, Kentucky. My mother's name was Charlotte Alexander. I had a brother, Henry Shakelford, and two others named Martin and Burrel Shakelford. I had five sisters, Hannah, Amy, Rose, Sidney and Phoebe. I am anxious above all things to hear someting of them and know of no means so certain of reaching them as by an insertion of this in the columns of your so widely circulated paper. Respectfully, RACHEL ALEXANDER, Care Robt. R. Roberts, Mt. Vernon Church, Houston, Texas.
DEAR EDITOR--I desire to hear
from my mother. I have not heard
from her but once since the war.
She lived with Capt. Barstow, on
Hager's Prairie, and afterwards
with Capt. D.C. Conta. Her name
was Milly and she had two girls--
the oldest Bettie, and the youngest
Martha; I now go by the name of
Bettie Robinson. Adress me, care
of A. Arnold, Centreville, Texas.
DEAR EDITOR--I desire to hear
from my relatives. My mother,
Mary, belonged to Jess Siler, in
North Carolina. Her children were
Campbell, Oliver, Lucretia, and
Lucinda. We were sold by Siler
to Capt. Jarrett, in Georgia, in 1831.
We were sold to Thompson, who
swapped my mother and three children
to Judge Morton. That left
me in the Thompson family until
emancipation. My mother and
brother Oliver and sister Lucinda
were sold to a negro trader, Harris
Tharp, and I have not heard from
them since. My oldest sister and I
lived together until emancipation,
and she is here in Texas. Mother's
youngest brother was Levi Siler.
Address me in Brazos county
Texas, at Milican, care pastor of
M. E. Church.
CAMPBELL SILER
DEAR EDITOR--I desire to in-
quire for my sister whom I left in
Clinton, La., in 1831. She lived
then 3 miles below Clinton, La.;
and belonged to Frank Dixon. I
belonged to Lou Allen Dixon and
she belonged to Franklin Dixon,
in 1831 I was waiting-boy in Clin-
ton for Jim Bailey. At that time
her name was Minerva; she then
had 5 children, 2 boys and 3 girls,
and was living about a mile and a
half from Pretty Creek. I heard
she moved up into Mississippi, and
then moved back to Clinton or
somewhere in that district. I have
been living near Red River and
Natchitoches ever since I left Jack-
son parish. As near as I can re-
member my sister's name was
Minerva Pigs. She had two chil-
dren by George Pigs, named Ben
and Willie, who were about 7 and
8 years old at the time I left. I
had a sister who was burned to
death at Josiah Yarbra, in 1856.
There were two sisters and two
brothers of us, all of whom are
dead excepting her and myself.
I heard brother Noah belonged to
Thos. Dixon, but that he died since
I left him in Clinton. My mother's
name was Nancy; Manerva was my
whole sister and Noah my half
brother. Address me at Natchi-
toches, La.
CORNELIUS WASHINGTON.
DEAR EDITOR--I desire to learn
the whereabouts of my people.
Father was Charles Paxton, and
came from South Carolina, and
lived on Richland Creek, East Fe-
liciana [Feliciana] parish, Louisiana. Mother
was Polly Silliman. When I was
seven years old, Mr. Paxton; their
master, moved to Red River, and
took his slaves with him. Father
left five children, named Bettie,
James, Amanda, Rose and Ailsy.
Address me at Clinton, Louisiana,
care of Rev. James Qualls.
DEAR EDITOR--I desire to learn
the whereabouts of my people.
Mother was Martha Miner, and
sister was Cynthia Ann. They
were sold to near Natchez, Miss.,
by Baylor Winn. We lived eight
miles below Natchez at the time.
We were brought to Texas by Bay-
lor [Baylor] Winn. Address me at Ross-
ville [Rossville], Texas, care of Sam Bright.
ELMIRA BRIGHT.
DEAR EDITOR--I want to inquire
for some of my relatives, my moth-
er [mother], sister and brother. My mother's
name was Louisa Goodrich, and
used to belong to Squire Edmond
Goodrich, on the Gallatin turnpike,
seven miles from Nashville, Tenn.
My sister's name was Georgina
Goodrich, and brother was William
Wesley Goodrich. The last I heard
of them was about seventeen years
ago; they were then living in Nash-
ville [Nashville], Tenn. Any information
about them will be thankfully re-
ceived [received]. Address me at Lamaurie
P. O., La., for Rev. John Sparks,
in the care of Mr. Breanx.
FELIX AUSTIN,
Formerly Felix Goodrich.
DEAR EDITOR--I wish to in-
quire [inquire] for my mother and one sis-
ter [sister]. My mother's name is Har-
riet [Harriet] Nash, and my sister's name is
Eliza Hension. My mother's first
husband was named William Nash.
He came to Texas with me. I left
mother in Louisiana, and have not
heard from her since. I came to
Texas in 1874. I left her on Dr.
Sanders' place, at La Teche, La.
Any information concerning them
will be thankfully received by Bet
sey [Betsey] Armstead, in care of Henry
Smith, at Perch, Washington coun-
ty [county], Texas.
DEAR EDITOR--I wish to in-
quire [inquire] for my relatives. Father
was Origa Jackson, mother Martha
Borden. She died just before the
close of the war, and belonged to
Freeman Hughes, within 15 miles
of Selumon, Ala. I left father in
Marion, Ala., in 1866, when quite
a boy, and went to Bryan to my
grandmother. In 1867 my former
owner, Hughes, came to Bryan and
carried me back to his farm in
Perry county. The same year he
died, and his widow sold out and
came to Texas, and I came with
her. My name is Augustus Hughes.
Sister is Mary Jackson; her father
is Howard Jackson. I left them all
in Morgan, Ala., in 1867, and have
not heard of them since. My father
was living with Mr. Wood; his wife
was cooking for Wood, and he was
striking in the blacksmith shop.
Address me at Anderson, Texas, in
care of Rev. F. Gilmore.
AUGUSTUS HUGHES.
DEAR EDITOR--I wish to inquire
for my brother, Henry Hamilton,
who belonged to Charley Hamilton,
and went to New Orleans with him
horse racing, and then came back
to Texas about 12 years ago. He
went back to New Orleans, and I
have never heard from him since.
His mother is living in Waco,
Texas. Address me at Mooresville,
Falls county, Texas.
FRANK HAMILTON.
DEAR EDITOR--I wish to inquire
for my brother. The last time I
saw him was in McKinley, Ala., in
1867; he went from there to Mobile
and thence to New Orleans. I have
not heard from him since. His
name is Henry Smith, but is some-
times called Henry Clay Smith. He
used to belong to Mr. Martin Smith,
in McKinley, Ala. Address me at
Bastrop, La. ARMSTEAD SMITH.
Dear Editor--I wish to inquire about my brother. I left him in Cynthiana, Ky. He belonged to Alfred Day. I belonged to Geo. Werther. My name was then Celia Read. I have since married and my name is now Celia Sanders. Address me at Hawkins, Wood co., Texas.
Dear Editor--I wish to inquire for my brother, who left us when I was a little girl. I got one letter from him in 1879, from Memphis, Tenn., but my letter did not reach him. His name is Stephen Patton, but sometimes he went by the name of Stephen Stroud. Mother, who is now dead, was Mary Patton. She died August 18, 1880. When he left there were two brother and five sisters, only one married, but now all are married except me. Sister Mary is dead. My home is at Prairie, Coffee county, Tennessee, but I am now at St. Charles, Ky., teaching school. MISS GEORGIA L. PATTON.
DEAR EDITOR--I wish to inquire for my brother. His name was Willie Thompson. The last time I heard from him he was at Rolling Fork, Miss., that was over a year ago. He has been gone two years, and we don't know what has become of him. His father's name was Smart Thompson. His mother was Amanda Thompson. We were living on Mr. J. F. Sexton's place when he left. Any information from him will be gladly received. Address Sallie A. Robinson, Crystal Springs, Copiah Co., Miss.
DEAR EDITOR--I wish to inquire for my brothers. We were separated in Lawrence county, Ala., and I have never seen them since. My name is Nancy Birch, but when I was sold Mr. Bibb sold me to Mr. Birch. My brothers' names were George, Sam, Jarrett, Legustus, Prismus, Tanner, Nelson and Peter. There was also Lucinda and Rhetta Bibbs. Peter is with me now. Address me at Paulding, Miss. NANCY BIRD
DEAR EDITOR--I wish to inquire for my father. I have not seen him since I was a boy. The last heard from him was in Brandon, Miss. Mothers was Margaret McNair. I had a brother Wesley in Hazlehurst, I would also like to hear from. Address me at Handsboro, Miss. ALBERT RANKINS.
DEAR EDITOR--I wish to inquire for my grandfather. His name is Thomas Struder, but used to be Struder Stowers. Frank and Albert Stowers and grandfather belonged to John Stowers. Please address me at Campbellsville, Yazoo Co., Miss. FRANK WILBON.
DEAR EDITOR--I wish to inquire for my kin people. I was hired out from my mother, and when I came back she was sold, and I don't know where to. She left two children, Kitty and Henry Bonay. Their owner, Jacob Bonay, lived in Virginia, Moreland county. Mother was Tracy Bonay. My name is Sophie Evans, and I live in Warren county, Miss. Address me at Russellville.
DEAR EDITOR--I wish to inquire for my sister, Emma Carrington. The last I heard from her she was in Navasota, Texas. Her husband's name was James Carrington. He left Centreville in 1866 of '67. My father's name is George Nedum; mother's, Matilda; sisters', Emma, Ellen and Victory; brothers', George, Willy, Ellis and Daniel. We all belonged to Israel Rinehart. Address me at Centreville, Leon Co., Texas, in care of F. A. Johnson.
JONAH JOHNSON
DEAR EDITOR--I wish to make
inquiry for my people. Father was
Henry McCaskell, and lived on
Chickesohy river, Warren county,
Miss. Mother was Reana; belong-
ing [belonging] to Mrs. Lot, who kept a toll-
bridge on Dog river, in Green
county. I went then by the name
of Charley Lot. Frank McCor-
mick [McCormick] brought me at to Texas. Ad
dress [Address] me at Tabernacle M. E.
Church, Galveston, Texas
CHARLES MCCORMICK
DEAR EDITOR--I wish to make
inquiry through your most noble
paper for my sister Charlotte. She
married a man during the war by
the name of Brownwood. Charlotte
was taken from us at Clinton, La.
where were living at that time.
She was carried off by a man
named Mathew Borman, who
took her to Shreveport, Morehouse
parish, La. Father and mother
go by the name of Joe and Lizer
Onely. We are six sisters and two
brothers, viz: brother Norman,
Harrison and Prince Albert; sister
Charlotte, Julia, Mariah, Silva,
Tempy and Lutita. I had two
children at that time named John
Henderson, and Joe Ely. Please
address Tita Hayend, Summit
Pike county, Miss., care of John
H. Cook.
DEAR EDITOR--My son left Mis-
sissippi [Mississippi] June 13, 1875. I received
a letter from him in 1877, but have
not heard from him since. He was
in Louisiana at that time, and his
name is Jordan Bayard. I have
only three living children; Nancy
is the oldest, Jordan next, and
Martha the youngest. Nancy is
living with me yet; Martha is mar-
ried [married], and is now Martha Therdfoot.
I want to see my child. Address
me at Landerdale station, Miss.
EMILIE BAYARD.
DEAR EDITOR-I desire information
concerning my daughter. We
belonged to John Melvin, who
died in Bladon county, North
Carolina. His estate was divided,
and his daughter, Nancy Reeves,
brought me to Texas. My name
was Cassa Melven; daughter's
Elizabeth. If found address,
CASSA BANKS,'
care of Jordan Bonner, Bryan, Texas.
DEAR EDITOR-I desire to inquire for a lady, Millie Bradley, who was sent to Texas in 1863 or 1864, and who formerly belonged to Dr. Bradley. After his death the property was divided and she and her daughter Mollie was sold to Texas. They once belonged to Judge Purvis, who was burned to death at Monroe, La. I am the son who went to Bastrop with Ninie Hughes, who married Geo. Miller there. I now go by the name of Dusin, because I was picked up in Louisville, Ky., by a Mr. Dusin, and raised by him. The The old Doctor used to keep a printing office in Monroe on the levee, and I used to roll ink for him. Address me at No. 11 Villere street, Algiers, La., or St. Mathew M. E. Church, care Rev. R. C. Barrow. FRANK DUSIN
Dear Editor-I wish to inquire
for my relatives whom I left in
North Carolina. I left my mother
in 1846. My mother and three
children belonged to Elijah Polk.
My mother's name was Chaney, the
three children were brother Albert,
sister Mary, and the other's name
I cannot remember. I belonged to
Wm. Yore. My father was Jesse
Ward. I was sold from my people
in 1846 to a negro slave trader. I wrote
to my mistress' daughter, Annie
Yore, and she answered that she
knew where my sister was, and
that she was married and had two
children. We lived in Halifax,
N. C. My name was then Morning
Ward, but it is now Lucy Morrow.
Address me at Elgin, Texas, P. O.
box 54
DEAR EDITOR-Mack Shannon wishes to know of the whereabouts of his sister, Rose Wimbs. Last knowledge of her she was in this State, DeSoto, Clark county, with a colored man named Henay Dabbs. There were three children of them, Rose, Ann and Mack. Rose was the oldest. Mother's name was Nellie Wimbs. Any information of her will be thankfully received. Address Mack Shannon, Pontotoc, Miss.
DEAR EDITOR. - I wish to in-quire for my sister. Her name was Susan Bridges when I heard from her last; she was then at Natchez, Miss., and was married; I did not learn her husband's name. This was about nine years ago, we were parted at Homer, La. She belonged to George Clinton, who carried her to Monroe, La., and from there to Natchez, Miss. Our Father was Skinner; our mother was Clarissa Bridges. There were three children - two boys and one girl. The oldest Solomon, then Hiram and Susan. Address me at Palestine, Texas. HIRAM BRIDGES.
DEAR EDITOR. --I desire infor-
mation [information] of my people, who were for-
merly [formerly] owned by the Diggs family.
My mother was Maria Diggs;
father, Kitt Diggs. Mother had
nine children. Sisters were Sally,
Frances, Susan and and Fillis; my
brothers--Peter, James, Robert and
Kitt; nine is Richard Diggs now,
but when I left my people they
called me John Diggs. I left
mother and sister Frances in Rich-
mond [Richmond], Virginia, in 1841, living
with William McReary, to whom
they belonged to at the time. My
father, and the other children were
living in Mathias county, Virginia,
with Mrs. Betsey Diggs. I was
sold to Ben Davis, who brought me
to New Orleans and he sold me
to Col. John H. Home, who took
me from there to Wayne county,
Mississippi, where I have been
living ever since. Please address
me at Waynesboro, Miss., in care
of Rev. N. Toole.
RICHARD DIGGS.
DEAR EDITOR. I desire to inquire for my brothers. George Reedus is the oldest; then came William, Albert and John. Mistress was Rachel Reedus. I was given to her granddaughter, Nancy Smith. My name was then Ann Smith. My mother, Mary Reedus, died before I left Mississippi. I had a stepfather, Benj. Ives. I left two uncles, Joe and Henderson Redus. My mistress took me to Louisiana. Address me at Milican, Texas, care Rev. John L. Smith. ANN CHEW.
DEAR EDITOR.--I wish to find my son Isaac Payen that separated from me in the time of the war. My name was then Nancy Payen, and is now Nancy Parker. Address me at Fayetteville, Arkansass, in care of Th. R. R. Duncan.
DEAR EDITOR.—I wish to inquire for my three brothers and two sisters. My brothers' names are Duvey, Albert, and William Coleman. Sisters are Julia Ann, and Letitia Coleman. We used to belong to Mr. Thomas Gordon Coleman, in Virginia. Brother William, in 1875 was in Mecklenburg county, Va. Address me at Benton, Miss, care of Rev J. C. Clemens.
ELVIRA MOREHEAD.
DEAR EDITOR: I want to find my mother. Her name was Jane Harris. She was given to Adaline Colier and taken to Tennessee. My uncles were Peter Harris and Starling Harris. My aunt was Matilda Harris. I left them in Alabama twenty-eight years ago. I want to hear too of old man Bill Steward, of whom I have not heard since the second year after the emancipation. Address me at Colmesneil, Tyler Co., Texas; Elmira Kirkwood.
DEAR EDITOR: ---- I wish to inquire for my brother John Comfort. He left Jefferson county, Miss., in January, 1882, and went to Texas. He wrote to me several times. I heard he was visited by the great storms, and I have not heard from him this year. Address me at Union Church, Miss.
Rev. J. K. COMFORT.
DEAR EDITOR: I am as one lost from my people, and have been for some fifteen or sixteen years. I do not know my age, though I came from the State of Kentucky some fifteen or sixteen years ago, with a Mrs. Agbert Tancel, as nurse, taking the boat at Hickman, Ky., after a half-day's journey on the cars from the interior to Hickman, where we took the steamer for New Orleans. The lady that I came here with before her marriage was a Miss Jackey Bell, the sister of old Thomas Bell, my and my family's old owner. My father's name was George Bell, my mother being dead, but was named Maria Bell; brothers Bill or William Bell, Ned or Edward Bell, Robert and Newman Bell; sisters, Nancy, Annie, and Metta Bell. If any one in Hickman, Ky., or thereabouts, knows any thing of my family, they will oblige by writing to me. It seems that the said Mrs. Tancel went back to the State of Kentucky, and I remained here in New Orleans. Address Cora Bell, No. 51 Celleste street, between Tchoupitoulas and Religious streets, New Orleans, La.
DEAR EDITOR: I desire to
inquire for Betsy Kier, my sister
her son was Jon Cole daughter
Novela Cole and another daughter
Liza Kier, who used to live [indecipherable]
Rake Straw. Her husband was
Knott Kier and belonged to K[indecipherable]
Wills from Virginia. Ella Cole
was married to John Cole. Rake
Straw, by parson [indecipherable]. Address
Ella Cole, Hartley Texas.
DEAR EDITOR: I desire to inquire for my kinfolks, whom I left in Maryland many years ago. Father's name was Summer Thompson. He used to belong to a man by the name of Caspers Cain. My mother's name was Easter. She belonged to Roger Robinson. My brothers were Williams, Sam, and Major; sisters Sarah, Ann and Rosa. I was sold and brought to this country: Sister Ann was also brought to this country. I have one son, named Samuel Dod. The last I heard of him he was in Vicksburg. This was at the close of the war. He was a Union soldier. Kind friends, do all you can to help me find my people. Address Betsey Dod, care Rev. J.H. Cook, Brookhaven, Miss. BETSEY DOD.
DEAR EDITOR: I want to find my people. I left them in Marengo county, Alabama. Father was Dick, mother Lucy, sisters and brothers, Aaron, Peter, Bird, Alcie, Sarah and Isaac. All belonged to Jake Mercarter, but my mother. Isaac and Sarah were sold to Allen Glover in Marengo county. My nane [name] then was Shep Mercarter, but is now Shep Renfro. Address me at Mexia, Texas, care of Rev. A. Brown.
Dear Editor: I wish to in-
quire for my brother, Major Car-
penter in Americus, Ga., for Tom-
my Kelim in Pmyestytown, a
member of the Methodist church,
and a sister in Franktown. I also
wish to hear from Nancy Bailey's sis-
ter,Judy Patton. There were three
daughters, Fredonia and Susan
Ann, and a niece, Mary Louise.
Husband was Robert Louis, and
uncle Bednago had a wife named
Winnie. Please address, at 408
Live Oak street, San Antonio, Tex.
BANJAMIN BAILEY.
DEAR EDITOR: I wish to inquire
for my brothers Calvin, Joseph, and
Gabriel. Our father was Enoch
Wade, and he died in May 1863, at
Levi Wade's, the old home of our
owner. Mother was Rachel Wade,
and she died in 1878. She told me
and sisters Tennessee and Viney
just before she died that she was
going home. Father also passed
away in triumph. Brother Calvin
was sold to a trader, in 1857;
brother Joseph went off with the
Union armies in 1862. Bro. Gabriel
Warren went to Guittard, Kansas,
in 1880. I heard from him in last
February, and he was then sick.
His wife was named Abbey.
Address me at Crescent, Rutherford
county, Tennessee. J.A. WADE.
DEAR EDITOR: I wish to inquire
for my relatives, father, mother, sisters,
brother, uncles, aunts, grandfather
and grandmother. We all
lived in Virginia. Mothers and
children belonged to David Nolan at
or near Flint Hill, Rappahanock
county. Mother was Emily and
father Henry Williams. He belonged
to Gibb Fletcher and lived in London
[Loudon] county. Mother and father were
both sold long before the war, down
South and apart. My three brothers
were James, George, and Henry
Williams. James was sold about
eight years before the war to a man
in Baltimore, the last time I heard of
him. My sister was Sarah, my name
Mary Ellen Williams, but I married
and am now Mary Ellen Chapman.
Sister was sold South too, and brother
George and Henry were sold with
me. We lived together until the
close of the war. We were first
sold to a runner, and he sold us to
Mr. Williams, who moved with us to
Mobile, Alabama. After the war,
my brother George left, and I have
never seen or heard of him since; and
brother Henry lives with me yet. My
grandfather was George Roots,
grandmother Sarah, and my aunt
Ellen Roots, uncles were George,
James and Philip Roots. My grandfather
bought all of his family, but
my mother and uncle Philip, at
Flint Hill Va., and moved all of
them to to Muskingum county, Ohio. I
heard that uncle George Roots was
living in Green county, Ohio.
Grandfather bought all from David Nolan
long before the war and the last I
heard from them they were all living
at Zanesville, Ohio. I have never
heard anything of mother, father,
brother James and sister Sarah since
the war. I heard that uncle Philip
was sold to a man in Kentucky,
before the war. Address, in care of H.
Adams, No. 237 Howard street, New
Orleans, La.
MARY ELLEN CHAPMAN
DEAR EDITOR: I wish to inquire for my people. I was raised in Albermarle county, Virginia. I belonged to Clifton Brown, a Methodist preacher. After one of the daughters married a Mr. Teril my old boss gave me to them. So Teril, by way of debt, sold me to a speculator in Charlottesville, Va. I was sold again and brought to Mississippi, where I now live. I left my father in Charlottesville, Va. His name was Isaac Jimerson. I left my mother with my old boss. Her name was Peggy Brown. I had four sisters that were grown--Mandy, Sally, Martha, and Linda. Mandy was sold before I left Virginia, and Linda was my father's first wife's child. I had four brothers--Allen, Miner, Kenly, and Tarry; the last two that I named were my father's first wife's sons. My name was Caroline Brown, but it changed since marriage. Address me at Starkville, Miss. CAROLINE HOGAN.
Dear Editor: - Benny de Mortie,
our good brother of many afflictions,
wishes to inquire, through your
columns, for his sister, Eva Lighter,
who lives somewhere on Basin
street, New Orleans. Benny's
P.O. address is Baldwin, Louisiana.
Benny loves Jesus and is
happy. Truly Yours,
W. D. GOODMAN.
La Teche, La., Dec. 12, 1882,
Dear Editor: - I desire to inquire for my brother, Simon Miller, sisters Biddy and Pearlina, mother Silva, in Pittsylvania county, Virginia. I lived with Dr. Edward Wethers, and left there in 1867. My brothers were living with Tom Wooden, near widow Millers' farm. Stepfather was Spencer Coles. I left him on Whitter's farm, near Danville. My young master was Charley Miiler, and I got my hand cut off in the molasses mill in 1862. My address is now, Corinth, Alcorn county, Miss. JOSEPH MILLER.
DEAR EDITOR: -- I wish to in-
quire [inquire] for my mother. Her name
when I left her about 22 years ago
was Maria James. She had a son-
Wesley Jamas, and a daughter,
Juda James; my father was John
James. My sister died at the age
of 16 years, and my brother died
younger. We belonged to Thos.
James, his wife was Emily James,
and his oldest son's name was Wil-
liam [William] James. We lived near Flas-
ker [Flasker], Tennessee, about 5 miles dis-
tant [distant]. Address me at Fulton, Hemp-stead [Hempstead] county, Arkansas.
GEORGE WASHINGTON JAMES.
DEAR EDITOR: -- Mrs. Martha
Ewing wishes to find some of her
kindred. Her mother's name
was Betsy, grandmother's, Lucy
Hunt, mother's brother Jin, and
her sister Milly. Her grandmother
belonged to the Hunts in
Pike county, Ala. Her mother
belonged to Mike Carnell, Macon co.,
Ala. Sold in Harri co., Texas,
from me and my little sister, to
Ben Simmons. Abe [undecipherable] ran
her off to New Orleans and sold
her again. Mother was, when last
heard from, in East Texas, about
Marshall. Mother had a child
name Jim and one name Ellen, who
were sold with her. My mother
was the mother of six children.
She left two daughters, Priscilla
and Lucy, in South Carolina, they
were the oldest. My sister Mary
Ann Hews, was sold to William
Hews, who was an overseer for
Mrs. Haggerty in Texas. He made
her his wife. Some of them may
be in Jefferson, Texas. Address
Mrs. Martha Ewing, Tehama,
Cherokee co., Kansas, or Rev. W.
B. Avery, pastor 2d M. E. Church,
Lock Box 91, Parsons, Kansas.
DEAR EDITOR: --- I wish to find my sons whom I left in Claiborne county, Mississippi, one year before the war. They belonged to different families. The oldest one, named after me, Jack Rhodes, was born at Widow Escand's, three miles from Grand Gulf. His mother was Sarah, and he was the only child she had when I left. His grandparents were Rose and Peter, uncles were Ephraim and Fagans; aunts were Harriett, Fanny and Heziah. The youngest son, Solomon, named after my father, was born near Port Gibson. His mother Clarissa died when he was quite young, and he belonged to Elizas Bridge's family. His stepfather was Skinner Semmes. He had an elder brother Sam, I have never heard anything since he was small. Address me at 185 Soraparu street, New Orleans. JACK RHODES.
DEAR EDITOR: ---- I wish to inquire for my mother's people. Grandmother is Judy Camp, father Warner. They belonged to John Camp. My brother belonged to Eliza Corney. When I left them brother Thomas belonged to Ellis Camp, My youngest brother, Gideon Bradford, belonged to Thomas Hudson. I belonged to Ellis Camp, and went by the name of Mary Camp, in Tennessee, when I was eight years old. Address me at Brusly Landing, West Baton Rouge parish, La., care of A. P. Ross.
DEAR EDITOR: ---- I am inquiring for my people. My mother was Priscilla; she belonged to Watson, and he sold her to Bill Calburt, near Hopewell, Georgia. We lived near Knoxville. My name was Betty Watson. I left her when I was three years old; I am now 55 years old. I learned how to read when I was 50. I take and read the SOUTHWESTERN, it is food for my soul. I am anxious and would be glad to hear something of my mother or my brother Henry. Some one help me. Write to me in care of Rev. H. J. Wright, Asbury M. E. Church, Natchitoches, where I am a member and a Sabbath school scholar.
BETTY DAVIS.
DEAR EDITOR: ---- I desire to find my father Jack Payne; mother, who was Julia, and my oldest sister Mary ; there were three brothers, Randolph, Sam and Jacob. My name was William Payne but is now Wm. Monroe. I left Lynchburg, Va., in 1870, with my cousin Reuben James. Brother Sam was then in Lynchburg ; sister Mary and Randolph had gone out on the railroad to work. Since then I have heard from them but once ; brother Jacob had gone to Illinois. Address me at Port Allen, West Baton Rouge parish, Louisiana.
DEAR EDITOR: ---- I wish to inquire for my people whom I left when quite young. I have not heard from them since I left them in 1864. We landed at Mason Island near Washington, D. C., and were taken to East Liberty, Pa. My name at that time was Margaret Roy, but I have since married. Father was Seymour Roy, mother Eulaid Roy; brothers were Seymour, Morris, Thomas J. and George W. Roy; sisters, Rose, Rosaline, Melvina, Eliza and Pocahontas Roy. We were born in King William county, Virginia, and belonged to Mattie Dudley. Address me at 1805 Franklin Avenue, St. Louis, Mo.
MARGARET WILLIAMS.
DEAR EDITOR: --I desire to inquire for my people. I had two sisters, Annie and Laura Jackson ; uncle was Henry Jackson. We lived in New Orleans. They called me Deider. We belonged to Henry Crocker. I was put in Foster's trade yard and sold to Mr. Grimes, near the time of the blockade. Address me at Caney, Matagorda co., Texas, care of J.C. Baldrige. ANDREW JACKSON.
DEAR EDITOR: An old brother wishes to inquire for a mother and daughter. He says their names were Lucy and Silvie Crae. He left them thirty years ago in Campbell county, South Carolina. He was brought out to Mississippi. He is eighty years old, and named Bob Crae. Address in my care, Centra' Grove, Miss.
JOHN MAYO.
DEAR EDITOR: For the benefit
of an aged sister of our church,
please publish an inquiry for her
son. His name is Stephen Majors.
He has been gone 12 years and only
heard from once, then he was on
the Ohio river working at a saw
mill. He is of dark color, aged 26
years. His mother, Eliza Majors,
is 78 years old. She has been in
very bad health all this year and
feels that her days upon earth are
but few. She wants to see her son
once more in this life.
REV. J. L. MASSEY.
East Perryville, Tenn.
DEAR EDITOR: Hill Morris, of Oak Hill, Fort Bend Co., Texas, wants to know the whereabouts of Silvey and Rachel Griffy, sisters of his wife, whose maiden name was Ailsey Griffy; also of his eldest brother, Daniel, and his sister, Esther. They were, the last he knew of them, in McDonald Co., North Carolina, and belonged to James Morrison, and was brought by his owner, forty years ago, to Gilmore county, Georgia, and twenty years ago, was brought by Peter Patterson to Texas. Address information to Richmond, Texas, care of Rev. B. F. Williams.
DEAR EDITOR: I am anxious to hear from my son Albert Smith, son David Smith. I received a letter two years ago from home, and he was in Tennessee, married, and with a family. His uncles Randall and Jordan, who resided in Georgia, say he has been gone not more than seven years. I now reside in New Orleans. Address me care of Rev. S. Priestly, of Union Chapel, M. E. Church, New Orleans. ROSINA NICHOLSON.
DEAR EDITOR: I am inquiring for a lost kindred. My mother is Margaret Johnson, my sisters are Julin and Mary, brothers are Everetta Ben, John, Peter and Nepoleon, They belonged to John Douglas, Richmond, Virginia. I was brought out from there by the negro traders to Alexandria, La., eight years before the war. My mother and father belonged to the Methodist Church. My father's name was Ben John Douglas. Kept a boarding house, my mother worked at the boarding house. Douglas had two sons, one was a lawyer. Walter Douglas, the other I do not remember. Any information of my people will be thankfully received. Address in care of my pastor, Rev. H. J. Wright, Alexandria, La. VIRGINIA HINES
Dear editor: I am inquiring for some of my folks, especially my son. I lived in Page county, Va., and had two sisters and one brother, Angeline, Frances and Richard Pollatt. I left them in 1853. My father went to Pennsylvania when I was small. His name was Henry Pollatt. My mother was named Octavia. I am the mother of ten children I left my son Godfrey in Page county with Jackson McCoy. Tavern keeper Harvey died before I left. I had one child with me, Sarah, eleven months old. I have only two living now, Parmelia and William Edward. My husband's name was Noah Douglass, and he was a first cousin to Hon. Fred Douglass. He belonged to Davy Strickland. He was brought out here one month before me, and I carried on so about him that they sold me out here. My husband father's name was Henry Douglass. Henry Douglass and Fred Douglass' father were brothers, hence they are first cousins. I am 68 years old. Any information of my son or relatives will be thankfully received. I have a home in this place, but a word from them would be of consolation to me before I die. I am a member of the St. James Methodist Episcopal Church. Write me care of Rev. H. J. Wright, the pastor.
Yours,
MARY JANE DOUGLASS.
DEAR EDITOR: I desire information of my people. I was taken from them when very small. Mother was Sarah Ives; father, Benjamin Whitis; sisters, Julia, Eliza, and Bettie; brothers, Boston, and Abram. I belonged to Wm. Tunnel, and was born in Craven co., North Carolina. I was sold during the war. We were brought together to Richmond, Virginia, and then were sold and scattered. I was brought to Texas, and have never heard of or seen my people since. ROSA WILLS. Columbus, Texas.
DEAR EDITOR: I desire some information about my people. I left them near Warrenton, in Fauquier county, Virginia. Their names were Eliza and Lucinda. Our mother was Patsy. We belonged to John Martin. I was sold and brought to Louisiana by a speculator. In Virginia they called me Daniel Martin, but I now go by the name of Daniel Lewis. Tidings of my sisters would be gratefully received, at Allen, La.
REV. DANIEL LEWIS.
DEAR EDITOR: I desire to
inquire for my father's relatives. My
father, now deceased, was Hardy
Forrest. He left his relatives in
Stanley's Creek, Gaston county,
North Carolina. His father and
mother were Samuel and Lucy
Forrest, brothers, Moses, Orange,
Jerry, and Wart Forrest. He had also
some sisters; one named Margaret
Forrest. I desire that all the ministers
in North Carolina read this
inquiry from their pulpits, and also
inquire at the same time for my
guardians, George and Sally Hunters.
Address his son, Bennett
H. Forrester, Simpson's Chapel
Valence street, between Camp and
Chestnut streets, New Orleans, La.
DEAR EDITOR: I desire to find
my brother. His name was Oscar
Jones. His father was Oscar, and
two sisters Caroline and Emily,
used to belong Capt. W. M. Kelley
who lived in East Baton Rouge
Parish. Oscar went off during the
war, and I have heard from him
but once since; he wrote to sister
Emily about five years ago. She
then lived in Baton Rouge.
Address me at Clinton, La, in care of
Rev. C. Monroe.
DEAR EDITOR: I desire to find my mother's people. She left them in Pickens county, Alabama. Mother was Sarah, and father Stephen Linberger. Brothers were Jim, Henry, Alfred, and Rufus; Sisters, Annie, Millie, and Jane. Mine was Sue Ann Linberger. I was sold to Mr. Rosser, and carried by a speculator to Tennessee. Address me at Winchester, Texas, care of Rev. J. J. Collins.
SUE ANN HENESON.
DEAR EDITOR: I desire to find my people whom I have not heard from since I left them. My grandmother in Charleston, S.C., was Rosetta Thompson; mother, Maritana Thompson, is dead. She had but two children, the first is dead, I am the babe. My name, by marriage, is now Rosa Holloway. I desire to inquire around Clinton, Louisiana, for Maria, Jennie, Susann, Hester, Rachel, Jack, Bailey and Leonard. One man came from South Carolina with my husband, his name is Larkin Holloway, and when Clinton was taken in 1863, he went off with the soldiers. I was a refugee from Louisiana to Mississippi in 1863, and have been living in Scott county since. I was born in Charleston, S. C., Jan. 19, 1841. If any of my friends or relatives can be found, I would like to hear from, or about them. Address at Forest Station, Miss. ROSA HOLLOWAY.
DEAR EDITOR: I desire to find my sister and her husband. Her name before her marriage was Harriet Caroline Russell; Mr. Hartwell Smith married her. They left here in 1865 to go to Kentucky, and I have not heard from them since. Our mother's name is Henrietta Russell; sister's name is Malinda Stephens. Mother and sister Malinda both have died since sister H. C. Smith and her husband left here. Sister Malinda left three children, who are living near by. I would be so very glad to find my sister and her husband. Please address me at Kosciusko, Miss., in care of Rev. J. M. Nevils.
ANGELINA ATWOOD.
DEAR EDITOR: I desire to find out the whereabouts of of my daughter, Missouri Jackson. I left her in Franklin parish, Louisiana, in 1867 or 1868. She was a member of the Baptist church, but I am a Methodist. She was living with Thomas McCoy. My son, Neadam Jackson, went to Louisiana, and brought me to Texas with him in 1867 or 1868. I have two children here with me, Martha and Neadam. We all belong to John McIntosh. Husband was Silas Bryant. Address me, in care of James Loud, my son-in-law, at Anderson, Texas. HARLAND JANE BRYANT.
DEAR EDITOR: I desire to hear of my father, Henry Phillips who belonged to Dave Phillips. I left him in Sumter county, Georgia. He had a wife and three children at that time. Mother was Mazy and the children named Isiam, Turner, Amanda, and Matlida. My mother used to belong to Sydney Turner. My name at this time is Isiam Thomas. I desire also to hear from my uncles, I do not remember their names, but I think one of them was named Russell, and he belonged to Joe White. I.W. THOMAS.
Muscogee, Indian Territory.
Dear Editor: I desire to inquire
for my father and mother. Brothers
were Sie and Nathan; Sister,
Ann. I left them near Darlington
courthouse, South Carolina.
Parents names were Jake and Peggie.
I married Jerry Schott. Address
me at Watson, Arkansas.
Betty Schott.
DEAR EDITOR: I desire to inquire
for my sister Polly, who lived in
Carrollton, New Orleans, and has a
son named Edward. Her husband's
name was Wesley. I have not
heard from her since I left there
seven years ago. Then my name
was Louisa Biggs. I have since
married F. J. Irvine and live in
Galveston, on 24th street, between
Church and Minnie streets. My
sister's husband was a member of
the Free Mission Baptist Church
in Carrollton. LOUISA IRVINE,
Galveston, Texas.
DEAR EDITOR: I desire to inquire for my brothers James and Rufus. Rufus I left on the Franklin pike, about seven miles from Louisville, Ky., with Sherman's army. He was in the 30th Indiana regiment, third division, 14th army corps, and waiting on Capt. Jordan. I think the Captain lives in Indianapolis. Rufus belonged to Jack Mound, in Jonesboro, Ga. He had three brothers and one sister, Ella, Isaac, Ben, and James. Father was Thomas Allen, who belonged to Matilda Allen, a widow. James Allen left Chattanooga in 1860, for Atlanta, Ga., and I have not heard from him since. I suppose he went out West.
ISAAC ALLEN,
Chattanooga, Tenn,
DEAR EDITOR: I desire to inquire for my father's relatives. My father, now deceased, was Hardy Forrest. He left his relatives in Stanley's Creek, Gaston county, North Carolina. His father and mother were Samuel and Lucy Forrest, brothers, Moses, Orange, Jerry, and Wart Forrest. He had also some sisters; one named Margaret Forrest. I desire that all the ministers in North Carolina read this inquiry from their pulpits, and also inquire at the same time for my guardians, George and Sally Hunters. Address his son, Bennett H. Forrester, Simpson's Chapel Valence street, between Camp and Chestnut streets, New Orleans, La.
DEAR EDITOR: I desire to inquire for my mother, sister, and brother. Mother was Lucinda, but as I was quite a small girl when I left I do not remember her or my father's other name. I was taken to New Orleans by John Metlock, in 1854 and to Texas in 1856. I left with mother's sisters Rachel and Dellah. Mother had a boy. I don't know his name, and I left them near Camden, Arkansas. Address me at Matagorda, Texas. ELIZA JANE BALDRIDGE.
DEAR EDITOR: I desire to inquire for my sister Martha, who was sold from us when about seven years old to a man who lived near Bolivar, Tenn., named Tom Boyle. At that time we all belonged to John Green, except father, who belonged to Nat Woods. Father was Granville, mother, Dollie, brothers William, Granville, and Richmond the baby, sister, Laura We all went by the name of Norman, father belonged to tom Norman, who lived in Whiteville, Hardeman Co., Tenn. Grandfather was Squire Norman, grandmother, Jennie Norman. Mother and all the children except Sister Martha are here in Texas. I desire to find her. Pastors, please read this to your congregations. Address, at Austin, Texas, her brother, 38 3m REV. GRANVILLE NORMAN
DEAR EDITOR: I desire to inquire for my wife's sister; her name was Patience Sophia Manning. My wife's name was Macathrine Mayo. Her mother was Letitia Manning and her father was Alex. Ody. I heard her mother and father were dead, but don't know for certain whether they are or not. She left them about twenty-six years ago in Demopolis, Ala. They were sold there for Manning's estate. There were only two children of them, and my wife was the oldest. She was brought to Aberdeen, Miss., by Widow Sarah Manning, and her sister's mother and grandmother were sold to Robert Manning; and to the present time I have been unable to learn anything of them or their whereabouts. Address at Central Grove, Miss., REV. JOHN MAYO.
DEAR EDITOR: I desire to inquire for two brothers. The oldest was W.M. Davis, the other Joseph Davis. They belonged to Ezekiel Kinsmanthuyson. I last saw them at Thomas [indecipherable] Searcy county, Ark., and I heard from Joseph at Fort Smith. Mother had seven children, four boys and three girls; named Peter, Fletcher, Andrew, James, Sally Ann, Lucinda and Frances Mother was Margaret Russey. Address me at Caddo Gap Montgomery county, Ark. C. F. RUSSEY.
DEAR EDITOR: I desire to inquire through the SOUTHWESTERN for my brothers. I have two brothers, their names are Columbus and Alex Jones. The last time I heard from them was in 1868; they were both living in Tennessee; Columbus in Franklin, and Alexander in Nashville. The whole family belonged to Gabriel Jones, in Floyd County, Ga. My name is Rachael and my sister's Angeline. Sister and I were sold to a Negro trader named Joe Norris. Mother's name is Harriet, and father's name is Allen Jones. Columbus and Alex served as solders in the federal army and when mustered out both settled in Tennessee. Their whereabouts will be thankfully received by a very anxious sister.
RACHEL EMANUEL,
Care of Rev. V. Chapman.
Natchitoches, La.
DEAR EDITOR: I desire to know of my sister's welfare. Her name is Lydia Summers. Her father is Willis Summers. The last I heard of him, he was in Harrisburg, Texas, and he wrote me that my sister was in Houston. Since that time I have written to them, and can get no answer. Any one knowing of her whereabouts who will write to me I shall owe much gratitude. Address me, at Double Bayou, Chambers Co, Texas. GEORGE RIVERS.
DEAR EDITOR: I desire to learn of the whereabouts of my husband and my brother. My husband was named Preston Hughes, and my brother. Henry Graves. I left them in Vicksburg, Miss., and thirty-four years ago, I was taken away to Arkansas by my owner, Mr. John Wadsworth. My name is Silvie Hughes. Let any information be addressed to me in care of Rev. S. Priestly, Union Chapel church, New Orleans, La.
DEAR EDITOR: I had your paper.
I have found my sister, and was
glad to hear from her.
A. JOHNSON.
DEAR EDITOR: I want to inquire for my brother, Handy Moore. We were three brothers: George, Handy and Charley. I am the oldest one. We all belonged to Wright Moore before the war. Handy changed his name after his father's, who was a Harper. Our mother is named Annie. She is living with me. The last time I heard from George he was in Vicksburg, Miss. I heard six years ago that Handy was in Corinth, Miss., and five years ago I heard he was in Water Valley, Miss. I have not heard from him since. If any one knows of his whereabout they will do me a kind of favor by writing me at Forrest, Miss., Scott Co.
Yours truly, CHAS. MOORE.
Forrest, Miss.
Dear Editor: I was requested to write to you for the purpose of obtaining information in regard to the family affairs of one Moses Newton, who died on September 3, 1875, in your city residing at the time of his death on St. Andrew between Liberty and Howard streets. His sister lives here, and is interested in knowing whether or not at the time of his death he was a married man, and if so, whether he had any children, and if they are still living, and where is and what became of his widow, if he left one surviving him If he died without issue and without leaving any children, then you are requested to give the names of some two persons who were cognizant of the fact. The names of Stephen Hammond, H. Colvin and James Davis, appear to have been witnesses to the statement required in order to obtain burial permit, but their present whereabouts are not known to my client. An early reply will be highly appreciated.
Very respectfully,
Your most ob't servant,
JAMES BENECKE,
Attorney
Brunswick, Mo.
DEAR EDITOR: I wish information
of my mother, Elvie Braxton,
brothers Thomas and Archie, and
sister Elizabeth Braxton. Our
father, Harrison Braxton, is dead.
I was sold from King Williams
county, Virginia, in 1856, by Wm.
M. Garrick to Messrs. Robinson &
Smith, who brought me to Alabama;
there I was sold to Edwin A.
Glover and brought to Texas. I
have many kin people in King
William county, Virginia. Address
ROBERT BRAXTON,
care Prof. W.H. Jackson,
San Felipe, Texas.
DEAR EDITOR: I wish to find my sister Catherine. She was carried to Grand Junction in war time. She had one child named Ned. My name is Julia Tansil. Address me at Sharon, Tenn.
DEAR EDITOR: I wish to hear of relations whom I left in Georgia in 1840, and have not heard from since. A sister there was the mother of twelve children, and she belonged to Adam Jones, on Long Creek. Her husband was a mulatto named Jack. Their oldest boy was Henry; girl Peggy. I do not remember the name of the others. I belonged to Aaron Crief. In Mississippi I go by the name of
WILLIS GREENWOOD.
Ofahoma, Miss.
DEAR EDITOR: I wish to inquire
for my kinfolks. My father's name
is Geo. Washington Chrisman,
mothers name Judia Chrisman.
There were seven sisters and seven
brothers of us. One sister's name
is Agnes Chrisman, and Mary
Chrisman, who was the mother
of two twin boys. And the name
of one brother was Jordan Gilmore
Chrisman, the last I saw or heard
of them was in 1866. I belong to
Mr. Geo. Chrisman, he lived in
Williamson county, Tenn, on Ralfor
Creek, eight miles from Spring
Hill. I left with my brother-in law,
whose name was Riese Piller, his
home was in Muray, county Tenn.
I left him in Jefferson Barracks
Missouri. At that time my name
was Pillip Chrisman, now my
name is George Earley, address me,
care Rev. G.W. Smith, Galveston,
Texas. GEO EARLEY,
DEAR EDITOR: I wish to inquire
for my sister, Cornelia Ann O'Feally.
She married since I saw her
to Frank Thompson. He went
from Memphis to De Soto, Mississippi.
His mother was Phillis
Dairs, brother Daniel. My name
was Tempey Clark when she knew
me, but now it is Tempey King.
Address me at Argenta, Arkansas.
DEAR EDITOR: I wish to inquire
for my father's people his mother
and two brothers. One was John
Price, whom he left at Jerusalem,
a little village in Virginia, near
Chesapeake Bay. I am a public
school teacher at Allen and
Clarksville, La. D. J. PRICE.
DEAR EDITOR: I wish to inquire
for my mother, three sisters, and
one brother, the names of whom
are as follows: My mother's name
when last I heard from her was
Betsey Clark; my brother's name
was Adolphus Clark; my three
sisters names were Adeline Clark,
Serella Clark, and the third one is
the daughter which she had after
we were separated, and the name
of whom I have not learned. These
relatives were sold from me near
Covington, La., in or about the
year 1839, leaving me a boy about
sixteen years old. Before we were
sold from one another, we belonged
to on Joyner. I myself was sold
to a woman by the name of Mary
Fox, who afterward married a man
by the name of Sam Simpson, with
whom I remained till the close of
the war. I still go by the name of
Simpson. I visited my mother at
New Orleans about fifteen years
ago, and succeeded in finding
them all in that city. Only one of my
sisters (Serella) was then married.
My mother had married a man
whose name I do not recollect. She
had only one child by the man
whom she then had. So you see
New Orleans is the last place in
which I saw them, and I wish to
know whether they are still there
or not. I may have possibly
mistaken a little in giving the
surnames of the above named relatives,
but the given names are correct.
Wherever my mother is, she is
known by the name of the man
whom she last married, but the last
name by which I knew her was
Betsey Clark; and so for all of the
above named relatives. Myself and
Adolphus were the only sons she
ever had that I know [indecipherable].
My address is Barksdale, Attala
county, Miss. WM Simpson
DEAR EDITOR: I wish to inquire
for my relatives. I have not heard
from them since the year 1868, in
which year I was taken away from
them and carried to the Orphans'
Home. I have in New Orleans an
aunt and a sister, Julia Brown and
Lucinda Brown. My mother died
on Poydras street, New Orleans,
and she was buried in the Old
Basin Cemetery. I have an uncle
by the name of Dave. His other
name I cannot remember. My
maiden name was Josephine Brown
and my married name is Josephine
Thomas. Please address me at La
Teche, La, M.E. Church, in care
of Rev. E. Lyon. Yours respectfully,
JOSEPHINE THOMAS,
or LUCY THOMAS.
DEAR EDITOR: I wish to inquire
for some of my lost friends - sisters
Jane, Harrie, Creasy, Annie ;
brothers Hartwell, Wilson, Joshua,
Andrew, Marcus, Daniel; nieces
Eliza and Frances Johnson ;
nephews Foster and George Han-
kens. My father's name was Param
Seay. My name was Dred and I
belonged to Matthew Hankins. I
now go by the name of
D.W. TUCKER,
San Antonio, Texas.
DEAR EDITOR: I wish to inquire for my aunt Adeline Lomach, and her two daughters Sophronia and Laura Morgan. The last I heard of them they went to New Orleans about 1865. We lived four years with Thomas Abbey, of Claiborne county, Miss. At that time I was Paddy Abbey, but now I go by the name of William Young. Address me at Jackson, Mississippi.
DEAR EDITOR: I wish to inquire for my brother Alex Burns, who belonged to Ross Burns, in Claiborne county, Miss. I then belonged to J Abbey in the same county, and was called Paddy Abbey, but I now go by the name of William Young. My father was Jack Young. I should like to hear also from my aunt, Adeline Cammack, and her daughter Sophronia and Laura Morgans, my cousins. They lived with Thomas J. Abbey, in Claiborne county, and moved to New Orleans in 1864 Address me at Jackson,Miss. WM YOUNG
DEAR EDITOR: I wish to inquire for my brother Steven Johnson. He belonged to John Johnson. My mother was named Judy, and my father Jim Beck. His sons Spencer and Linny, and my sister Lizzy belonged to Rev. Wm. Johnson. My brother Ben. Johnson lived near Murfreesboro, Tenn. If you can find them write to
SPENCER TAYLOR.
Gurden, Ark.
DEAR EDITOR: I wish to inquire for my brother, Charles Gilmore He left Burleson county, Texas, in 1867 or 1868, and went to Arkansas with Creed Motley and Bradford The last I heard from him, he was in Chicot county. He was married and I heard that he was living fifteen miles above Grand Lake. Our mother was Maria; brothers, Rufe, Irvin, Button, and Augustus; and sisters Jennie and Zillia. We al belonged to Thomas Evans. The postoffice of Brother Charles Gilmore was Barnard, Ark. Addres me at Anderson, Texas.
FRANK GILMORE.
DEAR EDITOR: I wish to inquire for my brother, Willis Griffin, of Rackin county, and for Ann Griffin, of Leake county, Miss. It would make my heart rejoice to meet them.
M. GRIFFIN.
Fort Stephens, Miss.
DEAR EDITOR: I wish to inquire for my children. Lucy and Mastick Lockmann were stolen in January, 1880. I had four heads of cows and calves, and while I was gone to the Conference, in Macon, Miss, Mary Lockman stole the cows and calves, sold them, and got the money, and ran off. I heard about a year ago that they were dead, and then, about four months ago, that they were in Crystal Springs, Miss If any one can find them, and will inform me, I will pay five dollars. Address me at Conway, Ark.
M. LOCKMANN.
DEAR EDITOR: I wish to inquire for my daughter Mary Ann. I was sold from her in 1846 At that time we both belonged to Daniel Priest, who lived in -----, Montgomery county, Ky. I was sold to Daniel Bates, who lived in Bourbon Co., Ky. Afterward I was sold to a trader named Pierce Griffin. He carried me to Louisiana, on Bayou Plaquemines, twenty five miles below Baton Rouge. My name at that time was Emily Priest; now it is Emily Wilson. The last time I heard from my daughter she was in Natchez, Miss., living with a doctor whose first name was John, last name I never heard. Address me at Topeka, Kansas, 564 Monroe Street
DEAR EDITOR: I wish to inquire for my daughter Mary Ann. I was sold from her in 1846. At that time we both belonged to Daniel Priest, who lived in ———, Montgomery county, Ky. I was sold to Daniel Balus, who lived in Bourbon Co., Ky. Afterward I was sold to a trader named Pierce Griffia. He carried me to Louisiana, on Bayou Plaquemines, twenty-five miles below Baton Rouge. My name at that time was Emily Priest; now it is Emily Wilson. The last time I heard from my daughter she was in Natchez, Miss., living with a doctor whose first name was John, last name I never heard. Address me at Topeka, Kansas, 504 Monroe street.
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DEAR EDITOR: I wish to inquire for my daughter. She belonged to Denham, in Loudon county, Va, and afterward to a Mr. Brown, of Winchester, Va. Her name was Levia Ellen Plater. I was married to Gerry Plater, her fother. I used to go by the name of Fanny Plater. My daughter is about thirty-one years old. We were separated about twenty-seven years ago. Address
FRANCES FLETCHER.
Love's Station, Miss.
DEAR EDITOR: I wish to inquire for my father's kin people. Grandfather was Thomas Franklin, and he died belonging to Dr. James, of Farquhar county, Virginia, below Warrenton Courthouse. His wife, Rachel, belonged to the same man. His oldest child was Williams; the next was Emperor. Sister Jane married a Mr. Jackson. John, Fanny, Harrison, Thomas, and Nancy were other children. Nancy left a child in Virginia. Her mother was Mary. My father is Moses Franklin Sr. and all were named Franklin. Address me at Simsport, La. REV. MOSES P. FRANKLIN, JR.
DEAR EDITOR: I wish to inquire for my kin folk. I left them in Kushshaw District, Flat Rock, South Carolina in 1860. Father's name was Dick Miller, sisters Ellen Miller. Chage, Lies, and William Miller are my brothers-in-law. Mother died before I left them. My first husband left here in 1865 before the surrender. His name was Daniel Miller. I was brought to Mississippi by Mart Miller. My name was Leathy Miller at that time. Any information of them would be gladly received. Address me
LEATHY EDWARDS.
Care Rev. J. M. Nevils, Kosciusko, Miss.
DEAR EDITOR: I wish to inquire for my kin people whom I left in Franklin County, Tennessee. I was brought to Texas in the winter of 1854, and left mother, two brothers, and a sister in Tennessee. In the spring of 1857 mother died. Her name was Martha, and she belonged to Elijah B. Rakin; my oldest brother Oscar belonged to John Miller, the next, Moses to Hayden March; the youngest, William to Jefferson Moore. Sister Betsy belonged to John Hiter, and was brought to Crockett, Texas when I was ten years old. Sister Rose was was sold out to the Moore family, and was carried to Memphis and I heard that she was living in Limestone county, Miss. The youngest was Mary Jane Ragan. Address me at Hallettsville, Texas. Sam Grant.
DEAR EDITOR: I wish to inquire for my kin-folks. Father used to belong to a man by the name of Smith. Mother to a man by the name of Good. Father named London, mother named Marinda. Brothers John, James, and Robert; sisters Margaret, Minerva, Ann, and my name is Mary. Making two brothers of us and four sisters. My name is now Mary Green, I left them in Mecklenburgh county, Va., 32 years ago. Address at Marquez, Texas., Mary Green, care of R. K. Whiting.
DEAR EDITOR: I wish to inquire for my kinfolks. My father's name was Wyatt, and mother's name was Ailsey. Betsy, Diana, Peggy, Lizzie, Eliza, and Martha were the names of my sisters. Wyatt and John were the names of my brothers. Mother belonged to Mr. Wm. Crawford, who lived about twelve miles east of Fredricksburg, Va. Rachel Henderson is my name. Mr. Dunce Shackelford sold me about three years before the war, and I was brought to this country. Any information will be gladly received. Address me at Brookhaven, Miss. RACHEL HENDERSON.
DEAR EDITOR: I wish to inquire for my people, whom I have not seen since before the war.
Father was named Julius Dickerson, as well as I can remember. Mother was named Chlora McKnight. They both belonged to different owners and they went by their names. Father stuttered a great deal while talking. The man who owned my mother used to drink whiskey a great deal, and he fell in debt, and he had to sell my mother and five or six children to pay the debt. I do not know her last owner's name as I was sold at that time. Before I left there, my mother had several children whose names I can not remember, but I remember some of them, they are as follows: Brothers; Joe, Sam, Sharper McKnight, and one by the name of Robert Keels. Sisters; Rita, Nora, and Lucy McKnight. William McKnight sold me to a speculator by the name of Isreal Keels, and I was brought to Mississippi where I am living now. I go by the name of Julius McCarter. May God through your valuable paper help me to find my people. Any information of their whereabouts shall be thankfully received. I was sold when I was 13 years of age, at a little town named King Street, South Carolina. Please bear in mind that we all used to live together in South Carolina, neat the town I just mentioned. Address me J Carter Edney P. O., Wayne County, Miss.
DEAR EDITOR: I wish to inquire for my people. I left them in Mechlenburg county, Va, near Bolton about thirty-eight or thirty nine years ago. Mother's name was Harlan; mine is Rachel. We belonged to Ansell Roberts. Mother had ten children, four boys and six girls. After Roberts died, I was sold to Crawford Hughes seven miles below. Brothers were Giles, John, Willis, and Gilbert; sisters, Lethe, Chaney, Harriett, Keziah, and Quntrunie. I was sold at the death of Crawford Hughes to a negro trader named Hudson, who brought me to Alabama. I had a son four years old when I was last sold, named Aaron. He was left at the Hughes place. I have only heard from him once since I left there. Joe Hudson sold me to Alexander Brown, who brought me to Texas, where I now live. Address me at Anderson, grimes Co., RACHEL FARROW
DEAR EDITOR: I wish to inquire for my relatives, father, mother, sisters, brother, uncles, and grandmother. We lived in Alabama and belonged to the same owner with the exception of grandmother and uncle. I do not remember the county, but town was Claiborne. Our owner, Samuel Cobbs, was shot by young Thomas Blaise, as he was on the way to the postoffice, and was carried to his son's house from off the road. Sometime after we were sold at sheriffs sale. My brother fell to Miss Betsey, who married Thomas Nicholas. Frank Payne bought me. We were both carried on Tombigbee river, near Ovenbluff. Two plantations adjoining belonged to Widow Payne. Frank Payne was her son, Thomas Nicholas her agent. Father was named Walter, mother, Sarah, grandmother, Gracia, uncle Tobe. Address me at Convent P.O. Louisiana. Rev. Geo. A. Payne.
DEAR EDITOR: I wish to inquire for my sister-in-law's relatives, whom she left in Lyon county, Alabama, near 26 years ago. Mother was Maria Thompson. She had two sons, Aleck and Wiley Thompson. The inquirer Jennie Heggans, formerly Jennie Thompson, was brought to Texas by Morgan Thompson. One sister was named Lucy. Address, care of Rev. W. H. Harmes, or W. W. Heggans, Jewett, Texas.
DEAR EDITOR: I wish to inquire for my sisters Emma and Lucy, whom I left in Hinds county, Miss. I do not know their other names. I was seven years old when I left them, and father brought me to Warren county. Sister Emma lived with Mr. C. Harris, Lucy with S. Parmon, near Bolton. Mother died is 1863, she belonged to Mr. Harris. Father is Jack Evans. Address me at Russellville, Miss. WM. EVANS.
DEAR EDITOR: I wish to inquire for my son; his name is John Cooks; I have not seen him since the spring of 1887. When he left he went to Mound Landing, La., to live with a white man by the name of Edward Maxwell. A short while after he left there and went to Henderson, La. He wrote to his father while at Henderson. The postmaster says he left there in October, 1888, and I have not heard from him since. Any information of his whereabouts will be thankfully received. Address
MARTHA MONTGOMERY,
Care A. A. Watts.
Harriston Station, Jefferson Co., Miss.
DEAR EDITOR: I wish to inquire through your paper for my lost relations whom I left in Asoor, Miss., in 1879. My mother was named File Underwood; my oldest brother name was Jerry; next was named Austin. My youngest was Alexander. My sister, was named Lucy. They belonged to the Tuillys before surrender. The last I heard of them they were Asoor Miss., with John Slogh. Any information will be thankfully received. Address
OCTAVIA TUILLY.
Rushing Store, Star Co., Miss.
DEAR EDITOR: I wish to inquire, for my sister, I have not heard from her for many years. Her name was Lucy Lisle, our mother was Alsie Lilse; father, Barnaby Lilse. Three sisters of us, Lucy, Eliza and Mary. Two brothers, Henry the eldest and Adam. We belonged to the widow Smith, and I was brought from them by a trader name Thomas Johnson. When I was taken from them I was a girl thirteen years old. They lived in Cape Girrardeau, Mo., at a large bridge near Mr. A. Gibney's store. Address me at Bastrop, La., care Rev. J. S. Patterson, (late Mary Ann Lucretia Lilse), but now MARY A. L. DEAN.
Dear Editor: I wish to know the whereabouts of my people, to wit: Anderson Turner, the son, Edith Turner, Delilah, his wife, and Lucy Turner, the daughter of Robert and Eliza Coleman, but was sold to James Turner, and Lucy Turner, the daughter, Edith Turner, and sister of Eliza Coleman, and Violet, the sister of Eliza also. When last heard from was in Virginia, and her sons Timothy, Russell, and Henry. Edith Coleman, the wife of Richard Coleman, belonged to Henry E Coleman, as did the other Coleman People. Elizabeth Alexander, Eliza Coleman's sister, and her husband. Any tidings of the above will be gladly received. A. B Coleman. Enterprise, Miss. April 29, 1882
DEAR EDITOR: I wish to make inquiries for my kinfolk. I left them in Virginia, near Farmville. They belonged to Mr. Waumack. Mother was Clarissa Waumack, father, Peyton, brothers, Edmond, Anderson, sisters, Lizzie and Julia. Several other brothers and sisters I cannot name, being small when I left them. I was brought away from my people by old man Waumack and his son in-law. The old man sent me down to Richmond, and there I was sold to a negro trader for $835, brought from Virginia to Alabama, and from there to Texas by a Mr. Mobley. Address me at Butler, Texas.
PEYTON WAUMACK.
DEAR EDITOR: I wish to make some inquiry for my relations through our most comendable paper. One sister named Emaline Dewprew was sold to one Daniel Dewprew, her husband was named Oughtaway Johnson. They went from Lexington, Oglethorpe county, Ga., to Memphis, Tenn. William Dewprew also be-
longed to Daniel Dewprew. Sarah and Louisa and Larry Dewprew all used to live in Lexington, Ga. all of them went to Memphis, Tenn., the last I heard of them. Our father's name was Abraham Dewprew. He belonged to Daniel
Dewprew in Oglethorpe county, Ga. Our mother's name was Ranney Dewprew. Our father's father's name was James McHenry, so we all, after the emancipation, quit going by the name of our old master, viz: Dewprew,
and took our father's right name, McHenry. My name is James McHenry. Address
REV. JAMES MCHENRY,
Cave Springs, Ga.
DEAR EDITOR: I wish to see if
my relatives can be found. I have
a father, mother, and one full sister.
Father was August Brown, sister,
Louisa Brown, three half-sisters
were Mary, Eliza, and Harriet
Brown, two brothers were Joseph
and George Brown. I was born in
Maryland, and when eleven years
old was brought to Tennessee. I
remained there four years, and was
taken to Missouri, and after being
there two years came to Texas. I
was brought to Tennessee by Jose
Gamden, a speculator. Jesse Breese
was my last owner. This occurred
1858 to 1866. I am about 39 years
old. Address me at Roxton, Lamar
county, Texas.
37 8t SARAH ANN LEWIS.
DEAR EDITOR: I would like to
find my nephew, Robert Brown,
who left New Orleans, Oct. 20,
1877, for Louisville, Ky. He
stopped at Plaquemines, La., and
wrote me two letters, but as I was
out of the city teaching school at
the time, they were not answered
until my return home. I wrote
but did not receive a reply. I have
not heard from him since, although
I have traveled and made inquiries
at river cities. Address me at
Allen, La. D.J. PRICE
35 6tm
DEAR EDITOR: Please inquire for my two brothers. We use to belong to Mr. Wm. Tucker. We lived in Virginia six miles from Lynchburg. My older brother was John Tucker; my youngest brother was Payton. Mother was Sallie Tucker; father was Payton. He belonged to a man by the name of Mr. Elared. He owned a tobacco factory. My name is now Alfred Dorvard.
Oxford, Miss.
Dear Editor:- I would like to hear of my brother, Charley Sudbury. He left Dyer county in time of the war. He belonged to John Sudbury. He left mother, three girls and one boy-Nancy, Bithey, Amy and Luke. Mother has been dead about two years. I live in the same neighborhood. Address me at Sharon, Tennessee, care of Rev. J. J. Barr.
DEAR EDITOR:-- I am inquiring for my people. I left them in Lee county, Mississippi, when I was 13 years old. My mother was Hannah, my brothers were Jerry, Squires, George and Peter. They belonged to Aaron Whiteington. I was sold to Sam Williams, and brought here by my owner. I am near 53 years old. My name is Millie Martin. Address in care of Rev. H. J. Wright, Pastor Asbury M.E. Church, Natchitoches, La.
DEAR EDITOR:-- I am inquiring for my relatives. I am from Cambridge, Dosset county, Md. I was owned by Dr. Terbner. My name is Mary. I came from there about the year 1855 to New Orleans. I was brought by trader Wilson, and sold to H. L. Green. My father was named Thomas, and my mother's name was Emily. I had a sister by the name of Eliza. the others named Maria, Ageline and Willet; three brothers named Aaron, Jim, Thomas. My name is Mary Johnson. Address me at Lawrence, Wilson county, Texas. Mary Johnson.
DEAR EDITOR:-- I desire to in-
quire [inquire] for my two brothers Thomas
and Pennock Fulch. They left
Tennessee and went to southwest
Arkansas or Texas. I have three
sisters, Julia, Mariah and Hannah.
They belonged to Jack and Albert
Fulch. Before I left Anderson H.
Smith my name was Mary Smith,
it is now Mary Pigegee. Address
me at Clarksburg, Texas, care of
Rev. I. Kirby.
DEAR EDITOR:-- I want to find my people. I left them about fifty years ago in Smith county, Tenn. My mother's name was Lucinda Sanders; father was Major Sanders. I had two sisters, Susan and Margaret. I had two uncles, John and Harry; two aunts,Bettie and Lillie. We belonged to Squire Alexander. We lived near Carthage, Tenn. Address Maria Ross, Yazoo City, Miss., care of M. E. Church.
DEAR EDITOR:-- I wish to find my mother, from whom I was stolen in time of the war by the Jayhawkers. When I left her she went by the name of Kansas Payen. My name at that time was Martha Payen; my sister's name was Mary Payen. I would be proud to learn her whereabouts. Address me at Webb City, Mo. MARTHA SMITH.
DEAR EDITOR:-- I wish to find out whereabouts of my relatives. My father's name was Anthony Ford. He left me in Morgan county, Ala. My mother belonged to John Allen; her name was Melinda Allen; her children's names were Frank, Susan, King, Aleck, and Felix Allen. Her oldest son was Frank Allen. My mother's brothers were named Frank and Phillis Peck. My name now is Felix Dancuill. Address me at Mexia, Texas, care of A. Brown. FELIT DANCUILL.
DEAR EDITOR:--A poor old lady wants to find her people. Her mother's name was Maria Weaver. She belonged to William Weaver in Clay county, Alabama. It was said she went to Texas. The inquirer had one child. Mara; when she left, four years old. Father was Brimmer Thompson; sisters Sarah Thompson, Nellie, and Caroline. Caroline went to Georgia. There were also Eliza, Jane, Helen, Mahalie, Weaver; Libby Marshall, Hanton Haggerty, Flavol Weaver. Father was Simon Weaver. He is dead. Inquirer was Rachel Marshall, sold to John Cotton, and afterward known as Rachel Cotton.. Address me at Mashulaville, Miss.
James Jordan.
DEAR EDITOR:--I desire information of my people, I was my mother's oldest child. Grandmother was Charlotte Cox. My aunts were Patience, Margaret and Rosetta and Julia Cox; aunt Julia was the youngest. We belonged to Wm. Cox in Chambers County, Alabama, and were sold and brought to near Huntsville, Texas, in 1854, by Robert Mayer. I married Samuel Shackelford, and we lived together 26 years, when he died November 14, 1882, leaving me and six children to mourn his loss. I have never heard of my people since I left them. Address me care of Rev. A. C. Culbreath, Huntsville, Texas. SUSAN SHACKELFORD.
DEAR EDITOR:--I desire to in-
quire [inquire] for my mother's people. Most
of them are perhaps in Virgina or
Maryland. She was born as near as
she can remember in Halford coun-
ty [county], Maryland, near a small town
called Bladensburg. Her name
was July Farrow, her mother was
Giser, a sister Fanny and a brother
John. All belonged to widow Far-
row [Farrow]. The widow had a son, Mal-
shier [Malshier]. Lizzie was sold about 1840
to a family near Bladensburgh;
July was sold to a trader, John
Blackwell, and taken to South
Carolina, A few years later she
passed to Georgia; she now lives
in Hamilton county, Texas. Her
name is now July Henry. Address
me at Dayton, Tenn.
J. T. HENRY.
DEAR EDITOR:--I desire to in-
quire [inquire] for my mother, Martha Miner.
She belonged to Baylor Winn, who,
at that time lived in Adams county,
Miss., 8 miles below Natchez. My
sister was Cinthia Ann, who was sold
with mother. Address me, in care
of Samuel Bright, Roseville, Atas-
cosa [Atascosa] county, Texas.
ELVIRA BRIGHT.
DEAR EDITOR:--I take this means of inquiring for my brothers and a sister from whom I have not heard since the first year of freedom. Our father and mother's names were Elijah and Lucy Patterson. Father died in Paducah, Ky., and mother died sometime since the war, I know not where. The names of my brothers and sister that I wish to inquire for are Brothers Burr, Charles and Alford, and sister Mariah. Old master and mistress' names were Robert and Elvira Patterson. He was a lawyer. They had three children, Willie, Arthur and Robert. All of us lived in Paducah, Ky., till just before the break up, when Burr, Charles, and sister Mariah were sold and carried to New Orleans, La. Mother, Alford, Leanders, and Betsey Jane, refugeed with old master's family to Beaumont, Texas. While at Berumont, I was sold, and Bro. Leanders died at the Salidee Place. The rest of the party started back to Paducah just before the war closed, and the last I heard of them they had got as far as Little Rock, Ark., where I think the emancipation stopped them. If any one can give me information regarding my people it will be a great accommodation. Address, care Trinity M.E. Church, Houston, Texas, MRS. BETTIE RAY.
DEAR EDITOR:--I wish to find out the whereabouts of my relations. My master's name was Abner Villars. My mother's name was Rachel Villars; my brothers and sisters was Fannie, John, Tom and Charity Villars. I left them in Tennessee, five miles below Bolivar. My name then was Adeline Villars, but by marriage it is now Adeline Renfro. Address me at Mexia, Texas, care A. Brown.
DEAR EDITOR:--I wish to hear from my people. My eldest sister is Class Louis, and next Cecilia Louis; brother's name was Lewis: father's, Henry Louis. Father is dead. Mother was Eliza Louis; my oldest sister was married to Serm-ils [unclear]. Dick, my uncle, is dead. One with me was Solomon White, who belonged to Taylor White, and three others I left in Louisiana with the rest of my people. Address me at Sour Lake, Texas.
Mrs. Maria Brown.
DEAR EDITOR:--I wish to in-
quire [inquire] for my mother. The last
time I saw her was at Black Bluff,
Wilcox County, Ala. I was born
in Duplin county in North Caroli-
na [North Carolina], in Jack Carneaga's family.
Mother and I belonged to James
Hall at the time we were separated.
Mother had two children, myself
Olive, and sister Louisa; my fath-
er's [father's] name was Louis, and sister's
father was Handy; he belonged to
John Simmons. Mother's name
was Hednia. James Hall took her
and started to Texas. I have not
heard of her whereabouts since I
was brought to Texas in 1859 from
Alabama. I married in 1861 to
Mahalie who belonged to Mrs. Car-
oline [Caroline] Tate. Wife's father was named
Alexander, they all called him
Alex. and her mother's name was
Louisa, who died just before she
left Alabama. Wife had two bro-
thers [brothers] Abraham and Charles; Charles
died the same year they came to
Texas. Her grandmother was left
at Black Bluff, Wilcox county, Ala;
her name was Charlotte; we all
called her Mamma Lotta; she belong-
ed [belonged] to Mr. Felix Tate. I heard in
1880 that she was still living.
Please address Oliver Lewis, Buck-
horn [Buckhorn], Austin county, Texas.
DEAR EDITOR:--I wish to in-
quire [inquire] of my son, who left me when
he was 15 years old in 1865, with
the cavalry, from Kosciusko, Miss.
His name was Monroe Harvey.
His father's was Wells McAdory,
and my name is Caroline McAdory.
He went to Vicksburg, and I have
been unable to hear from him.
Address me at West Station, Holmes
county, Miss., in care of Sam. P.
Bell. CAROLINE MCADORY.
DEAR EDITOR:--I wish to inquire for Jane Henderson. They used to call her Jincey. My name was then Silvia Thornton. I was sold to Sam Smith in Texas, about six miles from Clarksville. The last we heard of her she was sold to a Mr. Carson. I am now living in Shreveport, La., and go by the name of Silvia Woods. Three of the children were Elmira, Hamp and Margaret. Address me at St. James M.E. Church, Rev. J.W. Hilton, pastor.
DEAR EDITOR:--I wish to inquire for my father, two sisters and two brothers. Father left me on the Neuces river, and last I heard of him he was sold in New Orleans. His name was Sam Donelson; sisters were Hettie and Angeline Donelson. Hettie was the oldest. Brothers were Greene and Richard. Brother Greene was with his young mistress, who married John Bodie, who at that time was living at Memphis Tenn. My brother, who was the babe at that time, was with father and two sisters when last heard from. Address me at Rossville, Atascosa county, Texas.
JEFF GREENE.
DEAR EDITOR:--I wish to inquire for my people. I had two brothers, James Robinson and Charles Waters. My name was Mary Catherine Robinson. James belonged to Everett Steel, in Cambridge, Eastern Shore of Maryland. I had one aunt in Cambridge, mother's sister, Anna Jenkins. I was sold to Dr. John Hopper and he sold me to a trader, Thos. Overton. Address me at Port Allen, West Baton Rouge parish, La., care of Rev. Moses Franklin. MARY C. EDWARD.
DEAR EDITOR:--I wish to inqure for my brother. His name was George; he belonged to Elizabeth Madison, the wife of Balos Madison. They sold him to John Benson, who carried him to Arkansas, and have never heard of him since. My mother was Rachel Masters; she belonged to Jesse Masters. When he was carried away I was quite small and lived in Oktibbeha county, near Starkville, Miss. Address me at Grenada Miss. W.S. MEYERS.
DEAR EDITOR:--I wish to make inquiry for my relatives whom I left in Madison county, Ala., in 1834. My mother's name was Polly Watkins; my sisters' names were Maria, Betsy and Annie. I had one brother whose name was Lewis. All went by the name of Watkins I heard that my mother had twins after our separation. My mother and children were taken to Tennessee by Pinkney Wilson, who married Miss Emily Watkins. I was 15 years old at the time of our separation. Anyone giving me any information relative to any member of the family will confer a great favor. My address is Canton, Miss., care of A.K. Davis, pastor M.E. Church.
BANISTER WATKINS.
DEAR EDITOR:-Please allow me to inquire through your paper for my people. The last time I saw them was in East Tennessee, about 15 miies from Athens, down on the old stage road. Their names were Rachel Cobbs, my mother, and January Cobbs, my father, and sisters Amy Cobbs, and Priscilla, who lived with Miss Rister Frarstone, and brothers Peter and Moses Cobbs. Myself, mother, father and brother John were sold in Athens to Mr. Cobbs; John staid there and I was carried to the Western district by Mr. Tom Hoard, and from there to McMinnville, Tenn. My name at that time was Jemima Cobbs, now I am Jemima Patton. Address me at Prairie Plains, Coffee county, Tennessee.
JEMIMA PATTON.
DEAR EDITOR:––Robert Booker wishes to know of the whereabouts of his sister Henrietta Manor. Last knowledge of her she was at Columbia, Murray county, Tennessee, on the 15th day of February, 1867. At which time he joined the 38th Inantry, U.S.A., to go to New Mexico. Any information from the above named person will be gladly received. Please direct to Mark Henson, box 303, Austin, Texas.
DEAR EDITOR:— I wish to find my relatives. My father was Isaac Sligh, his father was Richard, his last name I do not know. Father belonge to Jacob Sligh in South Carolina, Newberry District. My mother is Sarah, she belonged to Richard Clay, she is with me. My uncle Edmond belong to Dr. Clark in South Carolina. I am named after my grand mother Matilda Williams. She belonged to Mr. John Williams. My mother and one sister and one brother was brought to the State of Mississippi. My grand mother had eighteen children. My grand father was Benjamin Williams. I am living at Scranton, Mississippi, Jackson County. Address me at Moss Point, Jackson Co., Miss., in care of Rev. N. Cannon.
MATTIE GRANT
DEAR EDITOR:— I wish to inquire for my father. His name is Mose Louise. The last time I saw him he was in Richmond, Virginia, and belonged to Edward Magruder. Mother named me Nellie Louise, and died before I left there. I was one year old. I left one aunt there by the name of Ellen Magruder, and a half brother, Andrew Newman. I came then with James Magruder to Alabama with my aunt. Please write me at Lake, Miss.
P. H. LOUISE.
DEAR EDITORS - I wish to inquire
for my brothers, Henry and Harris
Jones. They had a sister named
Clara Nelson. She was brought
to Texas from Selma, Alaabama [Alabama],
by her father, Nelson Jones, who
also brought two more with him -
one named George Turde. Please
address me at Navasota, Grimes
Co., Texas. NELSON JONES.
DEAR EDITORS - I wish to inquire
for my sisters and brothers. Father
was [undecipherable], and mother Crecy. They
both died since I came away. I
had five brothers and three sisters -
Betty, [undecipherable], and Hannah. I heard
that [undecipherable]'s husband was dead, and
she was living with her oldest
daughter. My brothers were
Anthony, Joe, Frederick, Sam, and
Nat. The oldest, Nat, is dead. Joe
and Fred I have never heard from.
I heard from sister Betty Pick in
1877, and not since. I left Alabama
in 1833 with Geo. Sutherland
and came to Texas. His brothers
Tom and Joe were near Trinity
station, Morgan Co., Alabama. I
went by their name, but am now
WILLIAM WILLIAMS.
Waelder, Texas.
DEAR EDITOR– I wish to inquire for Rev. C. Gelber, who belonged to the Tennessee Conference two years ago. He preached about three years on the Cumberland Furnace circuit, and White Bluff circuit. He was sent by the bishop in 1866 to the Memphis circuit. We have not heard from him for a year or two. Any information of him will be thankfully received. Address me at Cumberland Furnace, Tenn.
REV. S. T. HICKERS.
DEAR EDITOR––I want to inquire for my wife, Patsey Johnson; also two children, Gabe and Nathan Johnson, who formerly belonged to John Webster of Harrison county, Texas. My Address is Marshall, Texas. LEVE JOHNSON.
DEAR EDITOR— I want to find my brothers. We all used to live near Holly Springs, Miss. My father's name was Tom Menette. Brothers were Tobias, Samuel, Boliet and Reuben Boliet. My name is Jesse Minette. Address Rev. P. V. Crawford, Maysfield, Wilson Co., Tex.
DEAR EDITOR— I want to find my daughter. She left me several years ago for New Orleans. Her name is Minerva White. I heard that she was a member of Steptoe's Church. She had a daughter named Susan M. White. My name is Edom Edward. My wife is Dorcas Edom. Address Rev. H. Richardson, Wennsborough, La.
DEAR EDITOR— I want to find the whereabouts of my mother-in-laws relations. Her father's name was Samuel Young, and her mother Nancy Young. When she left them, they had six children, four boys and two girls. The boys were Samuel,* Ben and Stepney, the other one was so young we cannot remember his name. She had one sister named Dorcas. Ben and Stepney and the baby, and Dorcas, and their father, Stepney Cuspert, all belonged to George Cuspert. My mother-in-law had one daughter, named Nancy Simon. Her grandmother was also named Nancy. Mother in law was named Dinah Simon, when she left them, on George Cuspert's plantation, Buford Island, South Carolina. Mother-in-law's name is now Dinah Flowers. She is living at Baldwin, St. Mary's parish, La. She was sold out here before the war. Address any information to
REV A. GRAY,
Baldwin, La.
DEAR EDITOR— I want to inquire for my sister Melvina Adline. Our mother's name is Channia Mills and my name is Edna Thompson; my sister Melvina Adline. She has a son by the name of Green, daughter named Mattie, and her husband named Kyler Reed; he was a local preacher. I left her at Chechebo, Ala., 1868. I parted at Mick Hartly ferry. My name is Alice Dorden now. My My first husband's name was Lewis Thompson. Address me at Lawderdale Miss.
DEAR EDITOR— I wish to enquire for my people, mother. father, sisters and brothers. Mother was married twice. By her first husband William Price she had four children. Her name is Hannah Price. The name of the four children are Sarah, Mary Ann, William and Harriet. Harriet is dead and left seven children. I knew three of them, Levi, Bifle, Jerry and Pink. I got several letters from my sister Mary Ann. The last letter I received from her she was living in Arkansas. She said she had brought sister Harriet's children to live with her from Wayne county, Tennessee Mother's last husband was Charles Walker. Children by him Naro, Monroe, Charley, Charlotte, John and Simpson. Address me at Egypt Station, Miss., Chickasaw county.
NARO GILLESPIE.
DEAR EDITOR— I wish to find my father. His name was Neale Peachlon. I have not seen him since 1868. Mother died when I was twelve years old. Father married again, and gave me to my grandmother in 1859. He moved to Fort Smith, Ark. He took my two brothers with him. Address V. L. Burril, Brookston, Tex.
DEAR EDITOR— I wish to find my sister. I left her in San Antonio, January 1855. I heard that she married a man named Duke. Her name was Carolina Summers. Address, at Waco, Texos, care of Rev. Humphries.
MARY JANE SUMMERS.
DEAR EDITOR— I wish to find my uncle Allen Rogers, if he is still in the land of the living. Mr. Thomas Rogers sold him to Mr. Eli Barriet, in New England, and Mr. Barriet carried him to Alabama, Mining county. My father's name is Lewis Gooden. Please address me at Raceland, La. JOSEPH GOODEN.
DEAR EDITOR— I wish to inquire about my relatives. I was born in Virginia, but am unable to name the county; but I remember that it was 12 miles from Daville. My master was James Ferrill and mistress Martha Ferrill. I was sold to Ferrill's brother, William Ferrill, a speculator, and was brought to Mobile at the age of 10 years. To my recollection father's name was Joseph, mother's Milly, brother's Anthony, and sister's Maria. We belonged to James Ferrill except one sister, Julia, and I don't know who she belonged to. My name was Annie Ferrill, but my owner changed it to Caroline Rhodes. Direct your letters to 185 Soraparu street, New Orleans, La.
DEAR EDITOR— I wish to inquire for a brother that was taken from me shortly after the war. He was taken from Smith county, Miss., and carried to Texas. We all belonged to Richard McGown. Our mother was dead, died before the war, our father was called Daniel Duke, and my brother was called Sandy, but his name was Daniel. He was carried to Texas by John Young and Gart McGown. My name is now Charlotte Roberts, but was then Charlotte McGown. Address Charlotte Roberts at Enterprise, or J. W. Dunn, presiding elder of the Meridian district, at Meridian, Miss.
DEAR EDITOR— I wish to inquire for a family of people named Alford Yarves, who came from Sumpter county, Alabama. Alford Yarves owned my first wife; her name was Fannie. Fannie had a sister named Maria. She had one son named Charles and a daughter named Julia Ann. I was told she came to Texas and died, but I never have known what became of the children and her sister. Any information of them will be thankfully received. My name at that time was Henry Yarves, and is now Smith. Please address me at Paris, Lamar Co., Texas.
HENRY SMITH.
DEAR EDITOR— I wish to inquire for my brother Abraham Stewart. He went off with the Yankees in 1863 from Louisiana. He is a son of Ned and Rutha Stewart. We belonged to Robert Malloy in Louisiana and Abraham was the oldest of eight children. He is about forty years old. I heard he went to Missouri. I will pay ten dollars to the finder of him. Address me at Williamsburg, Lavaca county, Texas.
WASHINGTON STEWART.
DEAR EDITOR— I wish to inquire for my brother and uncle. Brother, named A. Dobbins; uncle, Samuel Dobbins, and lived at Spring Hill, Tennessee. Uncle was carried off in the time of the war, and I have not heard from him since. Brother left this country for the State of Kansas. Address me at Woodlawn Mills, Tenn.
F. SHIELDS.
DEAR EDITOR— I wish to inquire for my brothers Richard and Daniel, whom I left in Red River county about 1862. Richard belonged to Levi Childs and Daniel to Joe Cade. When I left them I had two children, Mittie and Jemima. I did not know what names brothers went by at that time. We came from Georgia together, with Joe Cade, to Red River, Texas, where Cade sold Daniel, myself and two children. My husband's name was Tom Jenkins, and I went by the name of Harriet Jenkins. I was afterwards sold to the Dupree, of Grimes county, Texas. Write tome, or to Salle Dupre, at Plantersville, Grimes, Co., Texas, in care of Jesse G. Dupre.
HARRIET DUPRE.
DEAR EDITOR— I wish to inquire for my children, Jackson, John, and David. We belonged to Mr. North in Alabama. He went to Arkansas and sold me to James, son, and she gave me to his daughter Mary She married Seal Silas, who brought me to Mississippi. I brought one child with me but he is dead. Address me at West, Miss.
SILVY SILAS.
DEAR EDITOR— I wish to inquire for my father's people. He used to belong to Mr. Andy Oliver, and was named Mitchel Oliver. He was sold to Dan Sally just before the war. Mother was Julia Oliver, and she had thirteen children—five boys and eight girls. Mother died during the war, while I was quite young. I was given to my young mistress Jane when she married Wm. Gray. Sister Hannah and I lived with her near Carrollton, Miss. When we became of age after the surrender we ran away to father, and he carried us to Mr. E. E. Foltz. In 1866, I married Ephraim Foltz and lived two miles south of Duck Hill. My post office is Duck Hill.
CLARA FOLTZ.
DEAR EDITOR— I wish to inquire for my father, David Nelson, who left Yazoo county with the Union army about the year 1863 or '64. He wrote to his sister, Mary Eale, at or near Satartia, Yazoo Co., Miss He was at Clarksville, Mo. Since that time we heard that he had removed to the State of Ohio. He left mother, sister Lucy, and myself, Octavia; he left also three of his sisters, Mary, Dorcas, and Nancy. His father's name was Elias; his mother's name was Charlotte. His brother James was killed before he left home. Father and his relatives belonged to Ranslom Stutiven. His wife's name is Silvey ; she belonged to David Irving. All of Yazoo Co., Miss. Address me at Vicksburg, Miss., in care of Rev. H. A. Johnson.
MARY O. JOHNSON.
DEAR EDITOR— I wish to inquire for my father, who went from Sumpter county, Alabama, to Texas. His name is Weldon Flemings. He belonged to one Robert Flemings. He left two sons, David and Richard Moore. Mother's name was Isabella Moore. She belonged to one Robert Moore. Any information of my father will be thankfully received. Address me at Moss Point, Jackson Co., Miss, in care of Rev. N. Cannon.
DAVID FLEMING.
DEAR EDITOR— I wish to inquire for my father. His name is Isaac Hughes. He left Starkville, Miss., in May, 1863; he left with the Federal army and I have not seen him since. The last time I heard from him he was in Memphis, Tenn. I have one brother named Peter Hughes, and my mother is named Jennie Hughes. Any information as to his whereabouts will be thankfully received. Address,
ISAAC HUGHES, JR.,
Starkville, Miss
DEAR EDITOR— I wish to inquire for my kindred. Mother's sister, Lucy Bartley, married Richard Alexander ; brother John; brother Dick Bartley. I left my father in Smith county, Tenn., about 30 years ago, I left my sister Elsie Violet in Wilson county, with Mr. Frank J. Anderson. Brothers George and Anderson belonged to a man named Crane, and went to Arkansas. I was sold by Dick Bartlett to J. Jamison, and he sold me to John Rath, a speculator in Smith county, Tenn. I changed my name to Gideon Austin. Address me at Enterprise, Clark Co., Miss.
GIDEON AUSTIN.
DEAR EDITOR— I wish to inquire for my relatives. My father's name was Isaac Rutledge. He is dead. My mother's name was Elinda Rutledge, and my brother and sisters named John, Virginia, and Elvira Elvira died in Wassaw, Sumpter county, Alabama. I was brought to Texas in 1861 at the age of fifteen years by Dr. John Weston. I formerly belonged Joseph Meeks. I heard that my brother John was in Mississippi. Address, Richmond, Fort Bend county, Texas, care Rev. A. C. Culbreath.
AMELIA SIMMONS.
DEAR EDITOR— I wish to inquire for my sister whom I left in Monroe county, Miss. Her name is Rachel. She is a daughter of John Coleman. Her mother was Nancy. She belonged to Hugh Rosebrough in South Carolina. Mr. Rosebrough moved from South Carolina to Mississippi. At his death the property was divided and sister Rachel was sold in New Orleans by Jerry Walker, a son-in-law of Rosebrough's. Mother had 8 children, four girls and four boys, viz: Samuel, Isaac, Allen, Lee, Harriett, Lizzie, Linda and Rachel. I fell to Eliza Rosebrough and moved to Carrollton, Carroll county, Miss. Liza Rosebrough married Dr. G. W. Vasser. Any information of my sisters will be gladly received. My name is Harriett. Address me at Carrollton, Carroll Co., Miss., in care of B. Harris.
DEAR EDITOR— I wish to inquire for my two sons, John Chesterfield and William Henry. I was sold from them by Tom Dickens to a negro trader named Daniel Berry. I left my two sons in Tennessee, near Memphis. My name is Eadie Dickens, but I go by the name of Eadie Tolson. Address me at Spring Hill, Texas.
DEAR EDITOR— I wish to inquire for my wife's sister Millie, who belonged to John Sidney, of Galveston. She had a brother named Scott who died in Galveston. Their father's name was Jos Walker, and he lived with Dick Walker. The three sisters that are here bear the names of Sarah, Hannah and Niney. Their mother's name was Rose. We learned that she was in Galveston. We think that sister is in Lynchburgh, Houston or Galveston. Address me at Remington, Trinity Co., Texas.
B. J. HOUSTON.
DEAR EDITOR— I wish to inquire for two brothers and one sister— James Almnight, Henry Davidson and Mary Knight. Brothers left me at Batesville in 1865. James went to Helena and then to New Orleans. The last I heard of him he was living at the latter place in 1870. Henry went to Ohio about the close of the war. The last I heard of him was in 1873, when he was in Ohio. I left my sister in Fairfield, Tenn., and the last I heard of her she was living with Mr Armstrong at that place. She belonged to Will Knight, in Bedford Co., Tenn. When I was in Tennessee I belonged to Henry Davidson, was carried to Texas by Mack Norton and brought back by Matt Norton. My name was Sarah Davidson, but after the war I went by the name of Sarah Vance—my father's name. Address me at Batesville, Ark., in
care of Rev. W. H. Higgins.
SARAH RATLIFF.
DEAR EDITOR— I wish to inquire through the columns of your paper for my relatives. My grandmother's name was Nancy Pratt; she lived in Chester Co., S. C., about the year 1854. Grandfather's name was Thomas Saunders. My uncles names were John and George Pratt. Uncle John and my mother (Delilah Pratt) were sold to William Darby, who carried them to Arkansas. My aunt's name was Charlotte. She was an infant when my mother was sold. Mother was sold again and brought to Mississippi where she is now living. Any information in regard to my relatives will be thankfully received. Address me at College Hill, Lafayette Co , Miss.
W. C. LEWIS.
DEAR EDITOR— I wish to make inquiry for my grandfather. His name is Jacob Scheley, and my mother left him when a child in Nashville, Tenn. They belonged to George McClaren, and were sold to Robert McClaren, and brought to middle Tennessee. My mother's name was Eliza Silvester McClaren but now is Eliza Johnson. Her mother's name was Julia Ann McClaren but she died when my mother was an infant. Any information please address to me at Bryan, Brazos county, Texas, ELIZA JOHNSON, in care of Sarah Bonner.
DEAR EDITOR— I wish to make some inquiries about my friends. I was born and raised in Warren Co, Ga., by Arthur Muncrief I have three brothers that were carried to Macon Co , Ala., with myself by Dr. Henry Lockhart. We lived on the Chattahooche river a few years and then I was moved out of the Lockhart family to Henry Co., and lived with Sam Greenwood. I left my three brothers in Barbour Co., Ala. My oldest brother, Anderson Fountain is a Methodist preacher. My next brother is John; he is two years older than I. Charles is two years younger than I. I have not seen them since 1854. The last letter that I had from them they were living near Chunnenuga ridge, Ala. I have written them several times, but have received no answer for five or six years. We were all raised together. Anderson must be an old man for he is eight years older than I I commenced preaching in 1840. I have a son somewhere in Alabama—Macon or Barbour county. His name is Willis; his mother's name is Jane Parsons. Address me at Ofahoma, Leake Co., Miss.
REV. WILLIS GREENWOOD.
DEAR EDITOR— I wish you to enquire for my mother, Reberther Francher, who in 1860 belonged to Dr. Jefferson miner, Richmond, Virginia, Gray street, between Fourth and Fifth. She was the mother of five children. Annie, John and Walter were sold in Alabama. Address First M. E. Church, New Orleans.
JOHN ROBINS.
DEAR EDITOR—I desire information concerning the whereabouts of Drucella King. She left here a few years ago, remained in New Orleans for a while, then left and went to Cass Landing, Bolivar county, Mississippi. Since I heard that she has married there, her mother, Jane King, a member of our church, is anxious to hear from her. Any information of her I will be thankful for. H.J. WRIGHT.
Alexandria, La.
DEAR EDITOR—I desire information of my father's relatives. He was owned by Captain James Wilson, in Sumner Co., Tenn., near Walnut school house, three miles from the city Gallatin. His father was named Adam Bug, owned by Sam Bug, who lived in Nashville. His mother was Henrietta, owned by Alfred Alexander, in Sumner Co., on Bledsoe Creek (or a similar name). She had four children named Susan, Henry, Matilda, Sarah, besides mp father; his name is Lewis. He was owned by Capt. James Wilson. He also had two aunts, one named Caroline Wilson and the other Malisa Wilson. They were owned by Stephen Wilson. He lived on Walnut Creek, three miles west of Gallatin. My father was sold to a negro trader by the name of Dick Featherson in 1844, and brought to Mississippi, where he has lived ever since, and has never heard anything of his relatives since he was sold away from them. He now resides at Clinton, Miss. Address me at Clinton, Hinds Co., Miss.
L. W. C. WILSON.
DEAR EDITOR—I desire to find my people. Mother's name is Susan, and father's name is Paul. They belonged to John Bull, who was living then in South Carolina near Abbeville courthouse. We were sold to different men; I was sold to a man by the name of Robert with my sister named Cassey. I have five other sisters of whom I have not heard from since we were parted. Their names are Philpy, Melia, Wilby, Lizzie and Dollie. Sister Melia had five children; Wilby had three; they were all girls. Philpy had four; they
were boys. My husband is dead; I had two children before he died; he was called Frank Bull, but since our emancipation he is known as Frank Johnson. I am a poor widow, and anything of their whereabouts will be thankfully received. Address me at Mather-
ville, Miss, in care of John Calbert. HANNAH JOHNSON
DEAR EDITOR—I desire to find my relatives. My father was William Moore, and mother Cely Moore; sister Julia Moore; brothers Amsley Moore and Billy Moore; aunt named Hester. They used to live in Baltimore, Md. Father was a slave belonging to John Squater. Mother was free. Last time I saw her was in Washington, D. C., during the war. I was then a small boy. Address Charley Moore, Conway, Ark.
DEAR EDITOR—I desire to inquire for my brother, William Kelley. He belonged to Preacher Kelley, in Alabama, who carried us to Tennessee about the year 1864. Caroline Kelley was our mother. Brothers, William, Albert, Dave, Tom and Bob; sister, Dealie. William left us in Lawrence county, Tenn. Address me at Gillis' Mills, Hardin Co., Tenn. DAVE KELLY.
DEAR EDITOR—I desire to inquire of my father, Clem. Bennett. He went to Texas with Brisco Bennett about the year 1857. My mother's name was Martha Bennett—belonged to Green Burnett. He had three children by my mother, Roberta Ann, Laura Ann, and Willis who was a baby when he left. Also I want to learn of my aunt Minerva Burnett who also went to Texas with Wm. Burnett about 1855. Her husband's name was Richard Burnett. She had no children. Please address me at Caledonia, Lowndes Co., Miss.
ROBERTA ANN WITHERSPOON.
DEAR EDITOR—I desire to learn the whereabouts of my brother and sister, whom I left in Queen Anne county, Md. My sister's name was Julia Ringold, and brother's Silas Ringold. We all belonged to Mr. Perry Wilmer, near Centreville, Queen Anne county, Md. I used to be called Stansbury Ringall. Please address any information concerning them to me at Columbus, Colorado county, Texas.
HENRY STANSBURY.
DEAR EDITOR—I had a sister living in Baltimore, and I couldn't hear anything of her. As I have changed my residence, she probably got the address wrong, so I would like you to put a notice in your paper inquiring for her. Her maiden name was Millie Travers; she has since married a Mr. Sims. I do not know her husband's given name. Please request her to write to her sister, Judy Blythe, at Nashville, Tenn., care of John Hays, Clark Chapel, as I am most anxious to hear from her, and greatly oblige
JUDY BLYTHE.
DEAR EDITOR—I have a lost
daughter named Edna Jerrett. She
went away with Dr. J. Robinson
the last year of the war. When
last heard from she was in Browns-
ville [Brownsville], Jackson county, Ala. Her
father's name is Jerry Chalmers.
When she went off I belonged to
the same family of Jerretts. I went
off with Dr. Jerome Summerfield
Jerrett. He married one Miss
Lydia Casing. I then lived seven
miles from Holly Springs, Marshall
county, Miss. My daughter had
sisters, Alice and Henrietta. All
lived with the same family. Their
grandmother's name was Nelly Jer-
rett [Jerrett]. The father of these Jerretts
was a Methodist preacher. I came
to Texas before the close of the
war. DARTHULIA MINOR,
Bryan, Brazos Co., Texas.
DEAR EDITOR—I want to find my people. I used to belong to a man by the name of Sidney Macknes. I lived in a place called Rumley County, where people made money by moulding it. Mother was Betsey Jefferson, sister Harriet Brother, brothers Bob Jefferson, Johnson Jefferson and Thomas Jefferson. My name is Caroline Jefferson. Any information will be thankfully received. Address Rev. J. Jordan, Dangerfield, Tex.
DEAR EDITOR—I want to find Stephen Anderson and his wife. She used to belong to Broomfield. Her name was Mary Broomfield. She was generally called Burnie. She had Alfred Broomfield for a husband first, and had two children, Alexander Brownlow and Julian. I want to find also, my half brother Adams. His mother was Ruthy McKinney. She belonged to Murcy McKinney. My name was Menerca Broomfield. Address me in care of Prof E. M. Anderson, Montgomery, Texas.
MENERCA BROOMFIELD.
DEAR EDITOR—I wish to find my son, Fred Lamar, who lived in Calvert, Robertson Co. About Janua- 1st he started for Kansas, stopped at Caddo, Indian Territory, and wrote to his brother, Lawrence Smith, for help and money. We have written several letters since, asking to whom to send the money, but have not received any answer. Tell him to write to me at Richmond, Fort Bend Co., Texas.
MARIA WINFIELD.
DEAR EDITOR—I wish to gain some information of my brother. His name is Sipp Felton, and he was a slave of Wm. Felton, in Macon county, Ga. The last I heard of him he was at Carson Landing, Miss. Our father's name was Robert Felton, and he was a Baptist preacher. I am a local preacher of the M. E. Church. Write me at Memphis, in care of Centenary Chapel.
J. L. MASSEY.
DEAR EDITOR—I wish to inquire
about my people. My mother, Fan-
nie [Fannie] Holt, belonged to Wm. Holt.
My father was Thos. Olive, and he
was sold to Mr. Taylor. My grand-
mother [grandmother], Sarah Holt, belonged to
the same man my mother did. Sis-
ters [Sisters] were Dollie, Angeline and
Fannie Jane. My brother was Wm.
Holt. I was sold in Columbus,
Tenn., by Calvin Holt, my young
master, to Wm. Styles. He brought
me to Mississippi, where I yet re-
main [remain]. I left my mother, father,
sisters and brother 2 miles south of
Mooreville, Tenn. My aunt, Malin
da [Malinda] Whitaker, belonged to the Mc-
Cain [McCain] Baptist Church. I was turned
over to Hurch McGhee by Wm.
Styles. Address me at Oktoc,
Miss. CHARLOTTE MCGEE.
DEAR EDITOR—I wish to inquire
for my uncle Pharah, who belonged
to Michael Gilbert; also Plato. We
are from Barnwell county, South
Carolina. My father is here with
me; his name is Sam Thickland; he
used to go by the name of Sanko
Gilbert. Plato used to live 15
miles below Alexandria, La., where
he was sold to John McGee. My
grandmother was named Nancy
Gilbert; my mother is Alsy Gilbert.
The most of us have been separated
35 years. Any one knowing of any
of them will please write me, in
care of Rev. H. J. Wright, pastor
Asbury M. E. Church, Natchi-
toches [Natchitoches], La.
ANDREW THICKLAND.
DEAR EDITOR—I wish to inquire for January and Becky Grimble, my step-children. I have not seen them for thirty-nine years. I then went by the name of Toby Grimble, but since freedom I have gone by my own name, Emmanuel Toby. Should they see this they will please write to me at Houston, Harris Co., Texas.
EMMANUEL TOBY.
DEAR EDITOR—I wish to inquire for kinfolks; my father's name is Big Jim Warren, two brothers, Jim Warren and Josiah Warren, and sister Rose Warren. I left her with James West in Galiton, Mississippi, and sister Judy Warren and Millie Warren I left with my father in Marion county fourteen miles below Columbia. My name was Peggy Warren at that time. Address, James Wiggans, Jefferson, Marion county, Texas.
DEAR EDITOR—I wish to inquire for lost friends. My mother first belonged to Ned Harvill. Her name was Julia Harvill, and she had five sons and three girls. Sons were Jim, Joe, Young, Sam and Isaac. Jim and Joe I believe are dead. They were sold to Sam Harvill in Georgia. Sister Hannah was sold to C. K. Brown. His widow carried her to Pennsylvania. Sister Dinah was sold in Natchez, Miss, to Willie Houston. I am not able to date the time when we all parted. Brother Sam and I are living in the country where we all formerly lived. Please address me at Pine Ridge, Copiah Co, Miss.
REV. ISAAC HARVILLE.
DEAR EDITOR—I wish to inquire for mother and sisters. Mother's name is Martha Jackson. She was taken away from me by Judge Lomock, our owner, in Virginia, carried to Fredericksburgh, Va, and sold in 1855. The last time she was heard from she was in Columbus, Miss., keeping a millinery store with three daughters, Serena, Henrietta and Louisa Jackson. All are now grown. Address me at 259 Peter street, New Orleans, La
MRS. ALICE REBECCA LEWIS
DEAR EDITOR—I wish to inquire for my brother John. I heard from him six or seven years ago, at which time he was near Austin, Texas. He was carried to Texas by Hubbard Carington. His name was John Cawthorn. Please address me at Enterprise, Miss.
HENRY COWTHORN.
DEAR EDITOR—I wish to inquire for my father and two sisters, Dilsy and Fanny Robinson. My father is Henry Ford Brown When I last heard from my father he was in St. Leuis, Mo., and the last time I heard from my sisters they were in New Orleans, La. During the war I was between 16 and 17 years of age. I went from St. Louis to Washington, D.C., with Richard Bland Lee, Randolph Pitch and Maria Pitch. When I first went to Washington I lived on C street and then moved to No. 477 Seventh street. I was sold from Washington in
1863 to Bob Davis, a Negro trader and taken to Richmond, Virginia, I left Richmond between 1862 and 1862, when Bob Davis sold me to Will Brooks, who took twenty-five of us in a drove. My first husband was George Brown. The first time I heard from my father Chattanooga was surrounded by water, and I could not send a dispatch, but I have been writing ever since and have never received any answer. and the letters have never come back. I think somebody gets them. Direct letters to Mrs. Louisa Thomas, 410 McCa lie avenue, Chattanooga, Tenn.
DEAR EDITOR—I wish to inquire for my folks. Emeline Scott was my mother, but she is dead. Brothers Perry, Jacob and Moalen Scott; sisters Martha and Jane Louisa Scott. They all belonged to Miss S. C. Morgan, who lived in Eastern part of Maryland, except mother. Address me at New Orleans, La, Perrier near Penniston streets.
MELVINEY YORKER.
DEAR EDITOR—I wish to inquire for my kin people. My mother is Nancy Dear. My father is dead. His name was Gabriel Dear. My oldest sister, before she married, was Matilda Dear, and after marriage, was Matilda Duffields. Brother Duffields got killed before the war by a grey mule, and my sister is dead and left one girl named Laura Duffields. She was living the last I heard of her. She and mother and brother Jack Dear left me and brother Joe Dear in Alabama in 1864, and also my oldest brother and youngest sister, Sinthia Dear. She married a George Curtiss. My oldest brother's name was Benjamin Dear, and they both went off with the Yankees during the war. They all belonged to Ned Richardson, of Yazoo county, Miss. Address me in care of W.R. Smith, at Satartia, Miss. LEE DEAR.
DEAR EDITOR—I wish to inquire for my mother's kin people. Her father's name was Tom Strouder, and her two brothers were Albert and Frank Strouder. Mother's name was Emily Strouder, but before the war they went by the name of Stowers. We all belonged to John Stowers. Mother left them in Port Gibson and was taken to Mississippi by William Noble. I was born in Mississippi before the war. Please address me at Campbellsville, Yazoo Co., Miss.
FRANK WILBON.
DEAR EDITOR—I wish to inquire for my mother, Rhoda Taylor. The last time I heard from her she was in Mobile, Ala., living on the corner of Lafayette street and Spring Hill road, at the two mile station. Had been getting letters from her quite often, but have not had one during the past nine months. Her last owner's name was John Rush. Please address me at Plantersville, Grimes Co., Texas.
AARON TAYLOR.
DEAR EDITOR—I wish to inquire for my people. I left them in 1865 at Spring Hill, Texas. They belonged to a small boy named Tandy Stroud, the son of Gov. Stroud. I have a young brother Davis. Mother was Betsy. Her children were David, John, Nathan, Willis, Isaiah, Rachel, Martha, Nancy, Nellie, Beckie. Jim Hoca was my father.
VESTON MEDLOCK
Cedar Creek, Texas.
DEAR EDITOR—I wish to inquire for my people. I left them in South Carolina about thirty-six years ago. My grandmother belonged to William White. My mother was Mary. She belonged to Bill Brunsen. My aunt Hannah was sold to John Denis at Monks Corner, South Carolina, about 1856. I belonged to William White. I had another aunt belonging to the same man. We all belonged to the old man Ben Brunson, who lived near Sumpterville, South Carolina. I was sold when very young. I don't remember all of my people. They called me Simon, but address me
H. A. Williams,
New Caney, Montgomery Co., Tex.
DEAR EDITOR—I wish to inquire for my sister who was sold between twenty-five or thirty years ago. Her mistress name was Kitty Carpenter, but some called her Catheine Carpenter. After the death of Mrs. Betsy Bowie, she was sold to a family out on Baltimore road by the name of Judge Dorsey, and since then I heard she came to New Orleans to his son Mr. John Dorsey. She is the daughter of Isabella Carpenter and Jack Carpenter. They are both living. Please address me, her sister at 135 Perdido street, New Orleans.
MRS. ANNIE WASHINGTON.
DEAR EDITOR—I wish to inquire for my wife's sister Millie, who belonged to John Sidney, of Galveston. She had a brother named Scott who died in Galveston. Their father's name was Jos Walker, and he lived with Dick Walker. The three sisters that are here bear the names of Sarah, Hannah and Niney. Their mother's name was Rose. We learned that she was in Galveston. We think that sister is in Lynchburgh, Houston or Galveston. Address me at Remington, Trinity Co., Texas. B. J. HOUSTON
DEAR EDITOR—I wish to make
an effort, through your columns, to
find my relatives from whom I have
been separated many long years.
My name is Alfred; I was owned
by Lawyer Abraham Venable,
Granville Co., North Carolina, 15
miles from Oxford, the county seat.
My mother’s name was Pinkey;
brothers’, Monroe, Madison, Wil-
liam [William], Doctor, Alexander, Joshua
and Daniel Russell. Sister’s name
was Julia Smiley. I left them in
1838, moved with Jackson Gilmore
to Chatham county. Jackson Gil-
more [Gilmore] married Phoebe Chandler and
I married her maid, Agnes, who
was a widow with two children
named Sallie Ann and Eleanor. I
left these children in Moore county,
Pinky, William Monroe in 1844,
Erasmus, Overby, Alvis Grosse,
then I went to Randolph county
with Billy Laughlin, and there were
born unto us Josiah Greenbury,
Doctor Edward Clark, William
Postell, Julia Ann Panthea. In
In 1854 I moved to Lexington,
Davidson Co, N. C. There Milton
Wolf was born unto us. In 1859 I
moved to Mississippi, leaving all
behind me excepting Milton. Ad-
dress [Address] me at Yazoo City, Miss., Box
52. ALFRED YANCEY.
DEAR EDITOR—I wish to make inquiries for three children and a brother, whom I left in Pope Co., Mo. The children's names are Charley, Maria and Lizzie Wilson. Sophy Wilson was the mother of the first two, and she and I belonged to Nat Wilson. Lizzie's mother is Maria Hedge. They lived in Platt Co, of the same State. Brother, Bentley Wilson, lived with Ben Wilson. Bentley's wife was named Judah Wilson. The nearest town to them was Bolivar. My address is Aberdeen, Monroe Co., Miss., in care of G. A. Watkins.
TOM WILSON.
DEAR EDTOR--I wish to inquire
for my son, Cole Grifford.
He came from Butler county, Alabama,
to Texas in 1836, and went
back to Mississippi with Edward
Grifford in 1837. I have not heard
from him since. He was sold from
Liberty county, Texas. He was
my only child. I belonged then to
Rayford Grifford, and now go by
the name of Mrs. Salley Bennell. If
he is living I have a home for him.
Address me care Rev. J. Smith,
Beaumont, Texas.
DEAR EEAR:––I am very anxious to find the whereabouts of my two daughters. They left me ten years before the war, right here, and were taken to Texas. We belonged to Thos. J. McGuffen, a son of Hugh McGuffen. They were carried away by Mrs. Smith. The eldest was Ginsey, 10 years old; Nancy 8 years. It strikes me that they stopped near Natchitoches or Milan. I have no kin but in Georgia, Burk county, Waynesboro. My mother's name was Siley; father's was Thomas. Father belonged to Thos. P. Jones; mother belonged to the widow Belcher. I use to go by Mary Spotts, not Mary Clarra. Address me, care of Rev. H. J. Wright, Natchitoches, La. May 29.
DEAR SIR: For several years I have tried in vain to hear from my brothers and sisters, living in your State, and some, I think, in Charleston. Having charge of a large church, and a man of influence with my people, I have thought it possible that you may know some of my relatives, and would be so kind as to give me the information that I desire. I was brought to this State before the war, and was too small to recollect how far I lived from Charleston; but I know only a few miles. My father was named Peter Virgin, and belonged to a man named Richard Mimmons. His sons were named Carolina Virgin, Thomas Virgin, Peter Virgin, Albert Virgin. The girls were named Charlotte, Phillis, Susan, Jane. As my old home was not far from Charleston, I thought it more than probable that some of the children were living there, and you will confer a great favor upon one who is entirely isolated from her relatives, if you will read this letter to your congregation; and any information that you or they can give me will be thankfully received. Address Leota, Miss., care of S.K. McDowell. MARY VIRGIN BROWN
DEAR SIR: Please insert in your paper inquiry for the following persons: Diana, Robert, William and Johnny Carthorn, colored. Direct them to correspond with Susan Briggs, Ripley, Miss., in care of Phil. Gray. Susan was brought from Richmond, Va., in 1850, by speculators. She was brought from Mr. Carthorn, and they were her brothers and sisters. Very truly, P. GRAY, Ripley, Miss., Nov. 29, 1882.
DENR [DEAR] EDITOR--I wish to inquire
for my sister; her name was Maria
Bell. We belonged to Mr. John
Dunn, and he lived in Ohio. Mr.
S. Scott was guardian over the
estate. Sister was sold from Fayyett
county, Kentucky. We lived one
mile from Lexington on the
Winchester turnpike. My name is
Keyar Buckner; my father's name
was Wm. Penn. I have 4 brothers
namely Reuben, Charles, William
and John Penn. Sister Maria was
sold in 1862 to Hendenson County.
My sister's husband name was
Harris Bell. If any information
can be given of her please inform
me. Address Mrs. Keyar Buckner,
care of my husband, Rev.
Samuel Buckner, preacher in
charge of St. John's Chapel,
Leesburg, Ky.
Desires Information.
Any one having knowledge of Miss
Nettie Birley, daughter of Wm. Birley,
who moved from Detroit, Mich., about
1867 and is now supposed to be living
somewhere in Pennsylvania, will confer
a favor upon A. Goodwin, Missoula,
Montana, by informing him
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To the Richmond Planet:
I am hunting my relations. My
mother was named Lucy and her two
daughters were Agnes and Lucinda,
and my brothers were named William,
Aaron, James and Peter. All were
sold in 1844. Their master's name was
Gen. Wm. F. Gordon from Edgeworth,
Albemarle County, Va. The man that
brought them was named Poindexter.
He carried them down Mississippi, I
am the oldest son of my mother who is
making inquiry, George Williams.
Any information will be gladly received
at 414 N. Patrick St., Alexandria,
Va. 3 - 1 20 00.
Do You Know Her.
I would like to find my daughter Janie
L. Green. Her maiden name was
Janie L. Ray. She was married in
Richmond, Va. Her home was in
Charleston, W. Va , I think her husbands
name is Wm. H. Green. Any in
formation will be gladly received by
Mrs. EDWARD RAY
34 Hansford St.,
Charleston, W. Va,
DO YOU KNOW
ROBERT BOWEN?
The Tar Heel Prints the
Following Letter From a
Conneticutt Attorney
Upon Request to Assist
in Locating Robert
Bowen or His Hiers.
Hartford, Conn. Jan. 21, 1910
The Tar Heel, Elizabeth City, N. C.
Robert Bowen (colored) was born
in North Carolina (locality unknown)
in 1842. He came to Hartford Conn
and enlisted in the U. S. Army in
1863. If living, he is entitled to a
small estate, and if dead, his heirs
are entitled to the same.
Please publish this letter and it
may come to the notice of someone
who has information concerning R.
Bowen or his heirs. Any such infor-
mation should be sent to the under-
signed without delay.
Yours truly
John J. Dwyer,
2 State street,
Hartford, Conn.
Do You Know Her
BOLTON, MISS. July 29, 1896
I desire to find my grandmother.
Her name was Annie Redrick and
belonged to Joseph Redrick. I am the
son of her daughter, Lucy. She lived
in Brunswick, County. Any information
will be thankfully received by
PETER GADDIS,
Bolton Hinds Co.,
Miss.
DO YOU KNOW HER!
I desire to know the whereabouts of
my sister Mary Ellen Lewis, last known
she was working in the county, but the
letter was sent to 1826 West Baltimore
street. I will give $10.00 reward to any
reliable person that know her and will
send me right information as to her
whereabouts. No attention paid what-
ever to posted cards.
ROSA BELLE LEWIS.
Brewster, NY.
Do You Know Her.
I desire to know the whereabouts of
my mother - Mary Halingworth. When
last heard from she was in Paris, Miss
I have not heard from her for many
years. She is of a light-brown com-
plexion. Any information concerning
her whereabouts will be thankfully re-
ceived by her daughter,
Mrs. CELIA BANKHEAD,
Corinne, Utah
Do You Know Her.
I desire to know the whereabouts of
Mrs. Pattie Rogers. Any one having any
information concerning said party will
please notify the undersigned and they
will be rewarded for their trouble.
Miss LILLIE RAGLAND,
422 Matthew St.,
Durham, N. C.
Do You Know Her.
I would like to know the wherea-
bouts [whereabouts] of my daughter, Lillie Clem-
ments [Clemments]. She left Richmond 4 years
ago with Mrs Randolph Norris for
Yonkers, N. Y , after which she moved
to East Orange N J.
The last I heard of her, she was in
New York. Any information will be
thankfully received by her mother.
MRS CAROLINE CLEMMENTS,
5 4 1 2 Catherine St.,
Richmond, Va.
Do You Know Her.
I would like to know the whereabouts
of my Sister Mrs. Mary Louisa Randolph
nee Miss Furguson. She left Petersburg,
Va., for Baltimore, Md., in the
year '79 and remained there for several
years. When I last heard from her was
Feb. 28, 1887. She was then in New
Haven, Conn., 84 Canal St. Any information
of her whereabouts dead or living
will be thankfully received by her
only Sister, Mrs. Emma J. Wilson.
447 Miller St. Building,
Petersburg, Va.
Do You Know Her?
HARTFORD, CONN., Aug. 28, 1899.
I desire to know the whereabouts of
my aunt, Bell Gray. Her maiden
name was Bell Baylor of Essex Co., Va.
She was owned by Dr. Reynolds. I
am her niece. Any information will
be thankfully received. She was married
in Richmond, Va., in the year of
1872. Address
MRS. WM. GEORGE WILSON,
5 Wolcott St., Hartford, Conn.
P. S. She will know me better by
Annie Bell Coleman.
Do you Know Her?
I desire to know the whereabouts of
Mrs. Harriet Addison or Wilkerson,
formerly Harriet Travis.
She was sold from the Jones
estate during the war. Any information con-
cerning her will be thankfully received
by Joseph Travis. Box 43. in care of A.
B. Clarke, West Point, Va.
Do You Know Her?
I desire to know the whereabouts of
my sister, Hester Gilmer. She left here
in the employ of white people.
Address,
MILLIE JOHNSON,
9 W. Leigh St.,
Richmond, Va.
Do You Know Her?
I desire to know the whereabouts of
Miss Annie Tucker's mother or father
or any of her relatives.
She died here in the Hartford Hospital,
Monday night, October 9th, and
was buried Thursday, 12th inst.
She was insured for $150. She leaves
a baby two weeks old. Her parents
live in Lunenburg Co., Va.
They can get her insurance money.
Address
Wm. G. Wilson.
43 Wooster St.,
Hartford, Conn.
Do You Know Her?
I desire to know the whereabouts of
my sister Her name was Rachel
Williams and she belonged to Tom
Williams of Jacksonville.
She married A. Jackson. Any
information will be thankfully received
by her brother,
GEORGE WILLIAMS,
Jacksonville,
Calhoun Co , Ala.
Do You Know Her?
I would like to know the where-
abouts of Frances Taylor. I am her
sister, Lucy Ewell. When I last
saw her she had two children, the
older girl's name was Betsy Ann
Taylor. This was about thirty years
ago. I would like to know of the
pastor of the Second Baptist Church
if he knows of a minister by the
name of Rev. Ewell, who was pastor
of a church in Richmond, Va. about
thirty years ago.
Any information concerning Fran-
ces Taylor or Rev. Ewell will be
apreciated. Address, MRS. LUCY
SIMON, 2522 Toladonna Street, New
Orleans, La.
Do You Know Her?
I would like to know the where-
abouts of my sister, Margaret Hud-
on. She and her husband, Nelson
Hudson and little son, Hemler left
Hinds county, Mississippi about thir-
ty two years ago. When last heard
of they were in Norfolk, Va. My
mother's name was Hannah Heart
and she belonged to Mr. John H.
Watson. I am the only living broth
er and am anxious to find her if
living. Address
ROERT WATSON, 4414 Maffitt Ave,
St. Louis, Mo.
Do You Know Her?
If there is any one, who reads this
paper, and who left Covington, Va.,
during the Civil War, please write to
MARY L HUNTER
Do You Know Her?
Mrs. Emma Moore, of Salisbury, N.
C., is in the city looking for Hattie
Cunningham. She was to meet her
Friday, but as she came on the excursion
Monday, she did not see her.
Mrs. Moore is stopping outside the
corporation at present, and is waiting
to hear as to the whereabouts of
her sister. She says, she left the letter
containing the address at home
Any one having the information will
send the same to this office.
Do You Know Her?
New York. Nov. 14th, 1906.
Mr. John Mitchell, Jr.,
Dear Sir:
In the New York Morgue is the
body of a girl from Richmond, Va.
by the name of Rachel Pryor. Her
mother once lived on William Street
near Leigh Street in Richmond. As
I understand she has a life insur-
ance on the girl and if she is not
heard from by Saturday morning
her daughter will be buried in Pot-
ter's Field.
As I know of no other way I
write to you; being an Editor per-
haps you could find the poor girl's
mother. I formerly lived in Rich-
mond and naturally I feel interested
in it.
Respectfully,
Mrs. C. H TREADWELL
117 E. 84th St.,
New York City.
DO YOU KNOW HER?
Attorney M. L. Spottswood desires
to know the whereabouts of his client,
Sadie Pollard. She will learn some-
thing [something] to her interest by communicat-
ing [communicating] with him.
DO YOU KNOW HER?
Five dollars reward for any infor-
mation [information] concerning the whereabouts
[[photo]]
of Elsie R. Johnson, colored, formerly
of Winchester, Mass.
Last heard from, Sept. 11, 1916,
then working for a lady, by the name
of Mrs. A. B. Sloane, 174 W. 79th
Street, New York.
Address Box 73-I-R4,
Washington Park,
Richmond, Va.
Do You Know Her?
I desire to find my mother. The last
time I saw her was five years ago. She
was then in Greensboro. N. C. Her
first husband's name was Ned Goosby,
last husband's name, Green Gravelly.
She goes by the name of Mo[undecipherable]lie
Gravely. She had four children, viz.
Mattie, Johnnie, Mary and Rosa Goos-
by [Goosby], two of which are in Danville, Va.,
one at Winston, N. C. and the other at
Martinsville, Va.
Any information will be thankfully
received by Miss Mattie Gooseby, 122
Craghead S , Danville Va. 3-3t
Do You Know Her?
I desire to know the whereabouts
of Moselle Warner, a little girl a-
bout [about] eight years of age. When last
heard of, she was living in Rich-
mond [Richmond]. Her mother's name is Mrs.
Mattie Lee Warner. Address,
A.A. MARTIN,
U.S.S. Monongahela
Naval Station
Guantanamo Bay,
Cuba.
Do You Know Her?
I desire to know the whereabouts of
my sister, Mary F. Thomas, when last
heard of she was living at No. 4,
Thompson St., East Orange, N. J. Any
information concerning her will be
thankfully received by her brother,
ROBERT H. JOHNSON,
921 N. 17th Street,
Richmond, Va.
Do You Know Her?
I wish to find my daughter Patience
Green. I have no trace of her since
she was sold at Richmond, Va., in
1859. She was then 12 years old. I
also desire information regarding the
whereabouts of my son, John William
Harris. He went to Washington after
Lee's Surrender with some servants of
Mr. Batts, who lived in Prince George
County, Va. He was 14 years old at
the time. They were both formerly
the slaves of Dick Christian, by whom
my daughter was sold. Any tidings of
either will be thankfully received by
their mother,
MRS. CLARA BASHIP,
915 N 17th St.,
Richmond, Va.
Do You Know Her?
I would like to know the where
abouts of my mother, Lucy Hackett.
I have not seen her for twenty eight
years. I, her daughter, Hattie
Hackett, was placed in the Colored
Home in West Philadelphia.
The white lady with whom she
lived for years, said that she mar
ried [married] from her house and went to
Virginia to live. Any information
will be gladly received. Address
MRS. HATTIE M. BRANUM
3431 Ludlow Street.
Philadelphia, Penn.
Do You Know Her?
Mrs. Alice Granville, residence,
No. 100 Sawyer street, Boston,
would like to know the whereabouts of
her sister, who was a Miss Mary E.
Tomlinson, adopted some years ago by a
Mrs. Priscilla Davis at Portsmouth, Va.,
and also same of an Aunt, whom was a
stewardess on a boat, plying between
Norfolk via Baltimore. Maiden name,
Ellen Smith.
Do You Know Him ?
I desire to know the whereabouts of
my father, Carter Bray. He was with
McClellan's army in 1862. He had two
sisters and two brothers, but all are
dead.
I am the only one living of three
sons. He was born 25 miles west of
Ashland, Hanover County, Va., and was
owned by a woman, named Betsy Kimbrough.
His sister Anna Bray saw him last
on the government boat at Yorktown.
His relatives were two sisters, Dolly
and Anna and brothers, Bartlett and
Banks; two sons, Henry and Andrew,
all of whom are dead.
Any information will be thankfully
received by
ISAAC BRAY,
1t. Roseton, N. Y.
Do You Know Him ?
ARVONIA, BUCKINGHAM CO., VA.,
February 9th, 1900.
I desire to know the whereabouts of
my father whose name was Hudson
Harris. Some called him Hudson
Hargrove, his master's name. My
mother's name was Henrietta. She
had six children when I was sold from
her. We were sold at Nelson Courthouse
about 1845 as near as I remember
father's master bought my mother.
There were five girls and one boy.
His name was Zealonfetcher.
The oldest girl's name was Gabe and
was sold to a Negro-trader, named
George Nickson. Then there was Adsonia,
Susan, Elizabeth and Emma.
Mother's former master was named
Samuel Hansbuere I was taken care of
by the sheriff of Nelson county then.
He moved to Scottsville, Va. His
name was Wiliiam Eanse. From there
he sent me to Richmond, Va., by a
Captain named Wingfield, and he sold
me to a man named Bently Brown.
So I am the one hunting my relatives.
The one named Elizabeth lives
at New Canton in Buckingham. My
name now is Bettie Woodson.
Please address all communications
to Louisa Smith, Arvonia, Va.
Farther's master's name was Beverly
Hargrove.
Do You Know Him!
I desire to know the whereabouts of
my brother. His name was McLeroy,
and his first owner was James Dixon.
He was sold at Richmond, Va., to
Larken Lynch, a Negro trader and was
carried to Huntsville, Adkin Co., North
Carolina. Our fathers' name was
William Dixon and mothers name Delia
Dixon. My mother and two sisters
were sold by Lynch and carried to
Georgia. I heard from mother once
after she was sold and that was
before the war, My brother Mc
Leroy was carried back to Richmond,
Va., the second year of the war and
sold to a captain in the army, named
Price.
I have not heard from him since. I
do not know whether he goes by the
name Dixon or Tustel. Any information
concerning him will be gladly
received. Address,
WILLIAM TUNSTEL,
Planet Office,
814 E. Broad Street,
Richmond, Va. 2-16-3.
Do You Know Him?
A young colored man whose name
is Henry Thompson was found dead
at Nicholson, Pa., Monday, Septem-
ber 8th, 1913. In his pocket was a
letter addressed to his mother, Mrs.
Mary Thompson, 126 Forston Ave.,
East of the city of Richmond, Va.
The authorities are desirous of find-
ing her. His remains are in the
morgue, awaiting the action of his
relatives.
J. H. CARLTON, P. O. Box 332,
Nicholson, Pa.
DO YOU KNOW HIM?
I desire to know the whereabouts
of my son, Noah Brown. He was
last heard from in Newport News,
Va., in 1900. He formerly lived at
Epworth, King William county, Va.
He was a laborer at the time heard
from, and was thought to be em-
ployed by the C. & O. Company. He
has the following brothers: Thomas,
Malachi John Samuel, James Benja-
min and Robert Andrew. His sisters
are Mrs. Mariam Parker and Maria
Brown.
Any information will be thankfully
received by his parents.
MRS. ELIZA BROWN,
Epworth,
King William County, Va.
Do You Know Him?
I desire to know the whereabouts of
his son, William H. Bowman. He was
last heard from in Richmond. Any
information will be communicated to
his father by sending same to
DENNIS JOHNSON,
96 Bryn Ave., Kingston, N. Y.
Do You Know Him?
I desire to know the whereabouts of
my brother, Orange Coleman. My
name is Mrs. Ella Coleman.
Any information will be thankfully
received at No. 9 Orange St., Newark,
N. J.
Do You Know Him?
I desire to know the whereabouts of
my brother, George Evans. His mother's
name was Rhodie Evans. He has
a mark on his face that resembles the
No. 10. He is of brown complexion
and left here in 1865 or '66.
Any information concerning him
will be thankfully received by
CALLIE POLLARD,
Farmville, Va.
oc17-1mo.
Do You Know Him?
I desire to know the whereabouts of
Rev. W Washington, minister of the
C. M. E. Church, a relative of mine
When heard from last (last spring) he
was in Halifax, Va
Any information will be thankfully
received,
Yours earnest,
D.J. Webster,
Tuskegee. Ala.
Do You Know Him?
I would like to know the where-
abouts of Benjamin Curry to whom I
was married long before John Brown's
Insurrection. We had two children.
He being a slave was sold away from
me to Richmond, Va., and I have not
heard from him since. His master's
name was Isaac Foulk of Harpers' Fer-
ry, Va.
Any information will be glad receiv-
ed. Address,
Mrs. ANNE MATTHEWS,
No. 9 Linton St.,
Pittsburg, Allegheny Co., Pa.
Do You Know Him?
I would like to know the where-
abouts of my brother, William Henry
Jones, of 37th St., New York City.
He was last seen there in June, 1906
Since that time no one has been able
to locate him. His mother is nam-
ed Louisa Jones, his father, Roland
Jones, sister, Bettie Tucker, all of
Church Road, Va. Any one who
knows his wherabouts or can furn-
ish any information of him please
write,
MRS. BETTIE TUCKER,
Church Road,
Dinwiddie Co., Va.
3t
Do You Know Him?
I would like to know the where-
abouts of my father, Issac Young,
about 55 years old. He was born in
Oxford, N. C. or Wilmington, N. C.
His father's name was Grandson
Young. Any information will be
greatfully received by his son, Wil-
liam Young, Box B, Dannemora, N. Y.
Do You Know Him?
I would like to know the where-
abouts of my uncle, William Henry
Brown. I have not heard from him
in eighteen years and am very anx-
ious to locate him, if living, as he
was the only brother of my mother.
Please give him this picture, if liv-
ing. Address, EDWARD BROWN
SIMPSON, 525 W. Arlington St.,
Youngstown, O.
Do You Know Him?
I would like to know the whereabouts
of my father, William Smith. He was
at Fort Smith, Ark., up to last April.
When last heard from, April 18, 1898.
he was at Seward Station, Oklahoma,
employed by Mr. David Scronce.
Any information will be gladly received
by his daughter, Lucy Smith,
316 N. 16th St., Richmond, Va.
Do You Know Him?
Lkisburg, Va., Sept. 18, 1899.
Editor of PLANET;
Sir:-I desire to know if there
is a young man in your city by the
name of Charles Wheeler, who was
brought from Savannah, Ga., some
years ago by a Mrs. Green (white).
If living, he is about 17 years old. I
met his mother in Plainfield, N. J.,
this summer and can put him in com-
munication with her, Mrs. Lizzie
Wheeler
Respectfully yours,
W.H. ASH.
Do You Know Him?
STAUNTON, VA., May 30, 1902.
Wanted, to know the whereabouts
of John W. Cash (colored cook) lately
in the employ of the C. & O. Railway
at Lorain, Va. Inform this paper,
PLANET, 311 N. 4th Street, Richmond,
Va.
1t
Do You Know Him?
Want to know the whereabouts of
my son, Charles Lightfoot. When last
heard of in May he was residing at Norfolk,
Va. He is about 5 feet, 6 inches,
of a dark brown complexion. His
relatives are Lewis, Tazewell, Samuel
Sarah and Eliza Lightfoot. Mother's
name is Lizzie Lightfoot, father's
name is Tazewell Lightfoot. Any one
knowing of his whereabouts will please
address
MRS. LIZZIE LIGHTFOOT,
Meadow Station, Henrico Co., Va.
1,2-1t.
Do You Know Him?
Any information of the wherea-
bouts of William H. Bowman, will
be gladly received by his step-fath-
er, William Johnson. He is about
five feet tall and worked in a coal
mine at Petersburg, Va., when last
heard of.
Address all information to Wm.
Johnson or D. Johnson,
96 Bryn Avenue,
Kingston, N. Y.
Do You Know Him?
Any one knowing the whereabouts of
Julius Edward Parish, son of Ephraim
and Mary Parish or relatives, (relatives
formerly live in Newport [indecipherable, possibly News] Va.)
[undecipherable] communicate with [undecipherable]
MRS. ARLENA PARISH,
35 Spring Street,
Newark, N. J.
Do You Know Him?
CAPT. BEN SCOTT WANTED.
Toledo, O., Oct. 20th, 1903.
I desire to know the whereabouts of
my brother, Benjamin Scott, as I am
deeply interested in his welfare. I
have written to him several times, but
have never received any answer or re-
turned [returned] letter. I am somewhat worried
about the matter. Any information
concerning him will be thankfully re-
ceived [received].
ROBERT SCOTT,
1820 Canton St.,
Toledo, Ohio.
Do You Know Him?
I desire to know the whereabouts of
Mr. John H. Branford. He left Birm-
ingham [Brimingham] in 1886 and was last heard from
in St. Louis, Mo , in 1887. He then
wanted to join the U.S. Army. John
has two sisters living named respective-
ly [respectively], Emma Robinson and Sophia Craft.
Any information will be gratefully re-
ceived [received] by H. C. Binford, Huntsville,
Ala. Exchanges please copy.
Do You Know Him?
I desire to know the whereabouts of
my brother, Caesar James. I have not
heard from him in 30 years. Address
any information concerning him to his
sister,
Mrs. JULIA GREEN,
1921 Druid Hill Ave.,
Baltimore, Md.
Do You Know Him?
I desire to know the whereabouts of
my father. He lived originally in
Lynchburg, Va., and his name is Geo
Phillips. He is said to have located in
Fredericksburg. My mother's name
was Martha Crawford, niece of Ananias
Crawford (deceased). Any information
will be thankfully received by
(Mrs) LILLIE B. GIBSON,
2210 Cleveland Ave.,
Washington, D. C.
Do You Know Him?
I desire to know the whereabouts of
Nat Young, son of Louisa Harris, who
was raised in Hanover Co., Va. by Isaac
Butler. When last heard of he was
living on Waverly Plantation, Cheney-
ville [Cheneyville], La. Any information concerning
him will be gladly received by his
mother.
Mrs. LOUISA HARRIS,
1021 St. Peter St.,
Richmond, Va.
Do You Know Him?
I desire to know the whereabouts of
of William Griffin, better known as
Pepper Griffin, a prize fighter. When last
heard of he was in Philadelphia, Pa.
His mother's name is Amanda Griffin.
Any information will be gladly
received by addressing
MRS. AMANDA GRIFFIN,
1306 E. Leigh street,
Richmond, Va.
Philadelphia and Jamestown papers please copy.
Do You Know Him?
I desire to know the whereabouts of
Philip Henry. His sister, "Willy" or
Amanda Brown.
Any information will be appreciated
by Rev. J. W. Henant, 249 W. 32d St.,
New York.
Do you Know Him?
I desire to know the whereaouts
of my brother, Patrick Tatem. He
is 55 years of age. When last heard
from he was in Norfolk, Va.
REV. S. TATEM, Crits, Va.
Do You Know Him?
I would like to know the
whereabouts of my brother, Allen Kelley. I
last saw him in 1865 when I left
Richmond, Va. The last time I heard of
him he was in Washington working at
the Ebbett House. He is a waiter.
Any information will be gladly
received. Address.
HENRY LUCAS,
30 Cornell Street,
Auburn, N. Y.
Do You Know Him?
I would like to know the where
abouts of Robert Dillard. The last we
heard of him he was at Newport News.
If any one know anything of him
will please let me hear from them.
He has two sisters, Mrs. Sue Furbush
and Mrs. Annie R. Diggs of Chicago.
His father's name was William Dilliard
and mother's name Louisa Dilliard.
Any information will be thankfully
received by
Mrs. Sue Furbush,
511 12th St., Lynchburg, Va.
ju9-3t.
Do You Know Him?
I would like to know the'where abouts
of my son, George Walker. He left
Petersburg his home with his uncle Billy
Howard, 16 years ago. George was 15
years old when his uncle carried him off
from his home to Richmond on a big excursion,
and then to New York city. I
have never heard from him. But from
information I am told he is in New York
city. I am in good circumstances and
anxious to find out his whereabouts;
dead or living. Any information will be
thankfully received by his mother
Mrs. MARTHA WALKER,
Care of Wm. C. Crawely, Esq.,
207 Short Market St.,
Petersburg, Va.
Do You Know Him?
Information wanted of the where-
abouts [whereabouts] of one York Johnson, who at
one time lived at Cape Charles, Va.
He is reputed to be a Baptist Minis-
ter [Minister]. Information from the Post-
master [Postmaster] at Cape Charles City states
that he thinks York Johnson is lo-
cated [located] somewhere along the Norfolk
and Western Railroad.
The man has an interest in a
small lot of land situated in Anne
Arundel County, Maryland, once
owned by his brother Moses John-
son [Johnson] who is now dead also his wife,
Cora and there is now one claimant
Jefferson Johnson, a nephew of the
mentioned York and Moses Johnson.
Any information whatever will be
gratefully received at the office of
the Richmond PLANET or send mail
to
WM. H. HOWARD, Attorney.
59 North West Street,
Annapolis, Maryland.
Do You Know Him?
SAN ANTONIO, TEX , June 7, 1895.
Mr. Editor:
Dear Sir:—I saw in your issue of
April 6th a letter enquiring for John
Branch. I would like to find John
Branch myself. I am William Branch
and have received several business
letters addressed to William Branch or
John Branch in regards to real estate
These letters were sent from Miller's Saw
Co., Richmond, Va., and I have not
heard anything of John Branch. He is
a relative of mine by mother's side as
my mother was a Branch before
marriage. Her father Billy Branch, and my
mother married a man by the name of
Armstead Woodson who lived in
Lunenburg, Co., Va. He was a slave under
Lawyer Woodson. My mother died
there at Woodson's place. Lunenburg
County and Brunswick County adjoin.
WILLIAM BRANCH.
Do You Know Him?
SUFFOLK, Va., Feb. 26th, 1901.
Mr. Editor:
We desire to ascertain the where-
abouts [whereabouts] of Mr. H. L. Harris, vocalist,
whose services we wish to secure for
the Colden Concert Company of Suf-
folk [Suffolk]. We shall be grateful to be in-
formed [informed] by any one under whose obser-
vation [observation] this notice may come of Mr.
Harris' whereabouts.
Information regarding the address
or whereabouts of Mr H L. Harris
will be gladly received by Prof. W. H.
Tate or Prof. Luther Colden of Suf-
folk [Suffolk].
L. COLDEN
Manager of Co.
Do You Know Him?
Wanted to know the whereabouts of
my son, William Morton. He is the
son of Tom Morton. When last heard
from he was living at 905 East Broad
St., Richmond, Va. Any information
concerning him will be thankfully
received by MRS. HAYWOOD,
24 Tallman St., Brooklyn, N Y
Do You Know Him?
WASHINGTON, D.C., July 8, 1895.
I want to find out the whereabouts
of my brother, John Henry Broaddus
His mother's name is Maria Churchwell,
nee Broaddus. He was born in
Caroline Co. He went away and left
me a small boy. He was about 38
years old. I am now 31. His father's
name is John Broaddus now living in
Washington somewhere. Last we
heard from him he was in King George
Co., Va. We did hear once that he
was in Richmond. Any information as
to where he is will be gladly received.
When he left home we were living
near Bowling Green Co., Va.
Truly your anxious enquirer,
EUGENE T. BROADDUS,
57 H. St. S. W. Washington, D. C.,
Do You Know Him?
I desire to know the whereabouts of
my brother, Hiram Bassett, who lives
in Richmond. Any information concerning
him will be thankfully received.
Address
JOHN S. BASSETT,
Georgel, Wise Co., Va.
Do You Know Him?
If anyone know the whereabouts of
my brother, P. S. Lindsay, any infor-
mation [information] will be thankfully received. His
mother is dead.
Very respectully yours,
L. LINDSAY,
168 N. Craig St.,
Pittsburg, Pa.
DO YOU KNOW HIS ADDRESS?
A subscriber wants to know the
present whereabouts or address of
Mr. Robert Mansfield, who at one time
lived on 15th St., in this city, and was
head waiter at Palm Beach, Fla. This
information will be cheerfully received
at this office.
Do You Know Hm?
I desire to know the whereabouts of
my son, George Cabiniss. When last
heard from, he was working in Phila-
delphia [Philadelphia]. Any information concerning
his whereabouts will be thankfully re-
ceived [received] by his mother, who desires him
to return home.
ANNIE CABINISS,
409 W. Baker St., Richmond, Va.
Do You Know Mr. Braxton.
HAGERSTOWN, MD, Sept. 9., '93.
Editor Jno. Mitchell, Jr.
Dear Sir: - A colored man named
William Braxton died here some two
years ago leaving a lost will, bequeathing
some money to his children by his
first wife, Susan, who are somewhere in
Virginia, I had heard in Louisa county,
then near Fredericksburg, then in Richmond.
Their names are Menizer Braxton,
William Braxton Agnes Braxton
and Angeline Braxton. I understand
that one of them is a minister in the
Baptist Church. I was informed by a
man in Chicago last week that if I send
you 25c. you would insert a notice. I enclose
one, which you can change to suit
if any other form is preferable.
Yours truly,
F.F. MCCOMAS.
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A Fortune for the Relatives
SAN FRANCISCO, Cali., Dec 30 '97,
EDITOR The Planet:
Will you insert a
notice in your paper and assist in trying
to find the relatives of John S
Capron, who left Virginia during the
Mexican war with Major [undecipherable].
They came west and were for years
in Eureka Nevada where he accumulated
a large fortune. In year seventy eight
or nine he married a white
woman with several children. Some
years after she died and last June he
died by committing suicide and the
children are trying to claim all of the
property. He willed his lawyer one
hundred thousand dollars, so he and
the step children are fighting in the
court over the estate.
It is said that his mother was a colored
woman and his father white. He
never denied being colored though
socially and on business he was with
the whites. He was a cook, but after
he accumulated some money he went
into Real Estate business. His description
is auburn hair a little curly or reddish,
sandy complexion very freckled
and about five feet nine or ten inches
tall. I think if the State papers would
insert an item of inquiry and the pastors
publish it from the pulpit, it
might benefit some of this relatives. I
was called in the case, but could not
swear to his being [undecipherable] as I did not
know any of his people. Attend to
this immediately as the case will, I
think go to the jury next week, but
whichever side is defeated I think they
will appeal.
Respectfully
Mrs WILLIAM MARTIN
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CLEVELAND, O., March 15, 96.
MR EDITOR:
I desire to know the whereabouts
of my friends. I left John Steward's
farm on Brooke Turn-pike near Brook
Hill for Detroit, Mich., but am now
living in Cleveland, O.,
My mother's name was Caroline
Johnson. My father's name was Lindsey
Johnson, and my brother's name
is Jessie Johnson. My father is dead.
We worked for Henry Grant.
A man, named Spencer Reed lived
on the place.
Address,
ROBERT JOHNSON,
626 Central Avenue,
Cleveland, Ohio
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I would like to know the whereabouts
of Eliza Washington, and her daughter
Mary Susan Washington, who lived
near Sparta, Caroline Co, Va Her
husband name was Titus Washington.
They belonged to Tom Kidd at that
place. I am the brother of Titus
Washington and am very anxious to
find them They were living near that
place Christmas, '65 Any information
will be gladly received by
Robt. Washington,
919 31st St., Richmond, Va.
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Information is wanted concerning
the following parties : Charles Harris,
the son of Charles Harris. Sr., and
Louisa Harris. One of the daughters
attended the Hampton N. & A.
Institute. She married a man named Budd
and located in the West. Charles Harris,
Sr. died and his widow married a
man named Samuel Brown, probably
about ten or twelve years ago, and
removed to California. Charles Harris
Jr. went to New York married and was
blessed with two children. He misplaced
the letter which he received
from them out West. On October 11th,
1893 he died and his widow is desirous
of finding his relatives to inform them
of the fact. The deceased had an
uncle in Washington named Thomas
Harris. Any information concerning
the above named will be thankfully
received. Address
EDWARD U. A. BROOKS,
In care of PLANET,
Richmond, Va.
2t. 2-9.
Do You Know Them ?
Any one knowing the whereabouts of
my father Robert Allen, his son, Calvin,
two sisters, Sarah, Margret and
Nancy last seen in Manchester, Va.
Mother died before the war All of us
belonged to William and Mack Burton,
of Chesterfield, Va.
Information of any of them thankfully
received.
REV THOMAS N. ALLEN.
18 Wheat St. Ithaca N. Y
Do You Know Them ?
I desire to know the whereabouts of
my mother and father, Nelson and Maria
Coleman They were last heard
from in April 1895 and were living in
Manchester, Va. Any information
will be thankfully received.
JOHN COLEMAN,
8316 22nd and Fairmount Ave.,
Philadelphia, Pa.
Do You Know Them ?
I have somewhere in Virginia two
brothers and one sister. Their names
are Nick Sanders, Nussau Sanders and
Sookie Toles. My brother Uriah and I
were sold from Lancaster County
about 45 years ago at the sale of old
Mrs. Polly Cavern. My father, Abraham
Sanders belonged to Joseph C
Cavern, and after his death his wife
sold us out. I have an aunt; her name
is Matilda Woods and a friend Sam
Loney and his family.
He knew my father, Abraham Sanders,
he lived next door to us.
Any one that knows anything about
any of the above named parties will
confer a great favor by writing me.
Yours respectfully.
RACHEL ROGERS,
Scranton, Jackson County, Miss.
Do You Know Them ?
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LAKE SCOTT CO., MISS.
To whom this may concern:
I am inquiring for my long lost people
whom I left in Richmond, Va., before
the war. My father was named Gilbert.
My mother was named Leah Miles, one
sister was named Mary Ann Miles, one
was named Levy Miles. The name of
my brother I have forgotten. My name
was Clarissa Miles but my name now is
Annie Powe. Please direct your letters
to Mrs. Annie Powe.
In care of Rev. C. W. Ivy, pastor.
Lake, Mississippi.
Do You Know Them ?
ARMORY, MISS., August 2, 1898.
Editor of the PLANET:
I was sold from my parents at Richmond.
Va, before emancipation when
quite a child—a nursing baby—my
name then was Ann. I've been told
that my mother's name was Millie.
I don't remember anything of my father's
name.
My father bought my mother and set
her free before the surrender
I have a memento of my mother. She
took one of her teeth and tied it
around my neck. It is the only thing
by which my mother can recall to re
membrance her child Ann.
I had two sisters, the elder was
named Mary and the one next to me
was named Judie.
If any of the above named persons
are living or any person or persons who
may know them will be kind enough to
write me of their whereabouts, you
will greatly oblige a motherless woman
who has been from her parents and
people down here in the Sunny South
for over 35 years and I am anxious
enough to see my mother and father
to walk 500 miles to see them.
I am a chris ian, and cherish a hope
of seeing them some day in that world
of bliss where parting will be no more,
and Sabbath will have no end. Dear
friend and reader write me.
Gratefully yours,
LULA MONTGOMERY.
Do You Know Them ?
I desire to know the whereabouts of
my father, Isaac Carter. My maiden
name was Carter.
The last time I heard from him, he
was at Chatham, Pittsylvania Co., Va.
My mother's name was Jannie[?] Barber
of Campbell Co., Va.
My father was owned by Mr. Carter,
and my mother by a man, called Billy
Cox. My mother and father were sep-
erated by their respective owners.
Any information will be thankfully
received. Address,
Mrs. ELSIE CARR,
1636 Sixth Ave.,
Troy, N. Y.
Do You Know Them!
I desire to know the whereabouts of
Robert B. Fields, son of W. R. Fields,
of Savannah, Ga. He left home in
November, 1893. Any information
concerning his whereabouts will be
thankfully received by
W.R. FIELDS
10 Nichol St.. Savannah, Ga.
DO YOU KNOW THEM.
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PETTUS, LONOKE CO., ARK., Sept. 9th, 1900.
I desire to know the whereabouts of my brother, whose name was Joe Nitlett. My sister's name was Charlotte Nitlett and my sister, Katie was a Dillard. My name is Richard Dillard. I was sold from them 8 years before the war. My sister Katie and I were carried to Mississippi. My mother's name was Susiana. My two sisters father's name was Louis St. James. My father's name was Dick St. James, There were 5 of us. Leonard St. James. His name : is Leonard or Loonan, Sister Charlotte and Brother Joe and mother were sold to Taylor and carried from Fredericktown, Mo., Pertosie, Mo.
Katie and I were sold together and carried to Pontock, Miss. I went to war and left my sister Katie in Mississippi with my mistress, Laura Dillard.
I have not seen her since. Any information will be thankfully received by
Yours truly,
RICHARD DILLARD.
Do You Know Them.
I desire to know the address of
one Neil (or Neal) Henderson also
Pollie (nee) Henderson. Their moth-
er [mother] belonged to Bob Fearly (or Fair-
ly) [Fairly] all of Richmond forty years ago.
Their sister, Hannah Henderson,
(now Neil) is very anxious to locate
her people. She left Richmond when
a child. Address all communica-
tions [communications] to
H. ALLISON,
Box 353,
McAlester, Ind. Ter
3t
Do You Know Them.
I desire to know the whereabouts of
my mother, Frances Woodson, who
sometimes went by Frances Bowles,
which was her owner's name. She was
born in and sold from Goochland Coun-
ty, Va. into Florida, at which place she
was when last heard of. She then had
two daughters with her. Any informa-
tion will be gladly received.
Address, Mrs. MELINDA ROBINSON,
14 1/2 W. Jackson St.,
Richmond, Va.
Florida papers please copy.
Do You Know Them.
I wish to know the where abouts of
my mother, Louisa Bassey, or Bassett
and my sisters, Julia, Susan and Dinah
and my brother Solomon. Address:
ROBERT BASSEY,
1102 Kater St
Philadelphia, Pa.
Do You Know Them.
I would like to find my people. I
was born near Hampton, Va Owned
by Lewis Davis He had a brother
named Robert Allen Davis. My mother's
name was Patsy Reed, her husband
was Bob Reed. I have two sisters
some where, Becky and Caroline. I
have one sister living in Virginia, her
address is Sallie Curtis, Hampton, Va.
When I left my native home I was
about nine and a half years old. A man
bought me named Goodbah. He took
me to Norfolk, Va., and put me in jail
at night. He then took me to Richmond,
Va., and sold me to Silas McHunder,
who sold me to Roberson in Mobile,
Ala. He sold me to Judge Perkins in
Louisiana. My two brothers were John
and Federick. John married a lady by
the name of Jennie Payne. I married
Harry Mead in Louisiana. He came
from or near Petersburg, Va. Had
daughter's Mary Liza Mead and
Henrietta Mead. Their mother was named
Rosa Mead. Harry Mead was killed
in Texas by a mob Rosa and Millie
were Harry's sisters.
I would also like to know the
whereabouts of Thomas Gatewood. His
mother was named Lucy Barber. They
belonged to Armstead Brooker on
Hack River, four miles from Hampton,
Va. If any one can give any information,
please address Lucy Mead, or her
son Sandy Anderson, Mineola, Wood
Co., Texas.
DO YOU KNOW THEM.
I would like to know the where-
abouts of some of my relatives. My
mother died when I was 4 years old
and my father, Frank Braxton placed
me in the Colored Orphan Home, in
Washington, D. C. On Jan. 8th,
1872, I was adopted by Emily John-
son.
When I grew up I found that my
father had died. I had an Uncle,
but I have not been able to locate him.
Any information of any of my fath-
er's people will be appreciated.
Address, Moses Mark Braxton,
Stiller Lane, Sydney, Nova Scotia,
Canada.
Do you Know Them.
CHESTER, PA., May 30, 1894.—I
would like to know the whereabouts of
my brother, Richard Johnson. The
last I heard of him he was at or near
Hampton, Va. Our mother's name was
Lydia A. Johnson. We are from King
William Co., Va., and belonged to a fam-
ily [family] named Stevens. There were three
brothers, Richard (the oldest;) William
Joseph, and Ralph, (the youngest.)
Ralph is dead also my mother. I know
nothing of the others.
Any information will be thankfully re-
ceived [received].
Address William Joseph Johnson,
1702 Chestnut St., Chester, Pa.
Do You Know Them.
Wanted to know the whereabouts
of one Henry Anderson, Jacob An-
derson [Anderson] or heirs. These men are
sons of Robert Anderson and Jane
Anderson, deceased. They left Sa-
lem [Salem], Va., about 30 years ago. One
of them was heard from in Texas a
number of years ago. Any informa-
tion [information] will be gladly received by
A. B. CAMPBELL,
Administrator,
Box. 261, Salem, Va.
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I desire to know the whereabouts of my uncle, David Cross. His sister is my mother and her name is Martha Booker. I have not heard from my people in 20 years. My name is James Jackson although they need to call me James Cross. My address is 3377 E. 31st St., Cleveland, O.
DO YOU KNOW THEM?
IF SO WRITE AND LET THEM KNOW.
I desire to know the whereabouts of my uncle David Cross. His sister is my mother and her name is Martha Booker. I have not heard from my people in 20 years. My name is James Jackson although they used to call me James Cross. My address is 2377 E. 31st St., Cleveland, O.
Do You Know Them?
405 E. 1st St., FORT WORTH, TEX.,
June 24, 1898.
Editor PLANET;
Dear Sir: —Allow me space
in your paper to say a few words about
my lost relatives. I left them in Virginia
years ago. My father, mother,
two brothers and three sisters. They
were owned by Burton Woods. Father
and mother were named Cager and
Jenny Simms; brothers, Lewis and
Cager Watkins Simms; sisters, Lucy
Mandy and Roxyana Simms. Any information
about them will be rewarded.
Address,
Mrs. AMANDA WELLS,
or NATHAN JOHNSON.
Do You Know Them?
AVON, N.Y., March 18, '98.
I desire to know the whereabouts of
my relatives. My sister died in Richmond
after the war. Her name was
Ellen Washington. She was a member
of Rev. John Jasper's church. She
left two little children one was name
Ellen.
Any information will be thankfully
received by
Mrs MARY POLLARD,
Box 287, Avon, N. Y.
Do You Know Them?
COLUMBIA S.C., Feb. 21, 1898.
I desire to know the whereabouts
of my relatives. They were carried to
Richmond by Mr John or Robert Mc
Bride from Abbeville, S.C., at the
first year of freedom.
Dinah McSharon, Sue, George and
Agnes McCharon are their names. Dinah
is the mother of these children
Any information will be thankfully
received by
(Mrs.) ELIZA COOPER,
622 Gates St., Columbia, S. C.
Do You Know Them?
COLUMBUS, O., Feb. 3, 1902.
I desire to know the whereabouts of
Jacob Turner, Burl Hill or Adeline
Smith. I have not heard from them for
years. Any information concerning
them will be thankfully received.
Address
ROBERT HILL,
644 Stauring St.,
Columbus, O.
Do You Know Them?
CYNTHIANA, KY,. Dec 24, 1896
Mr Mitchell-Please let me know
if my father (Phil Harris) is yet alive
In 1881 he lived on West Marshall St.
If you do not find my father on
Marshall St., I have an uncle, George
Harris, on Brook Ave, between Marshall
and Clay streets. Please ask of him
where my father is
Respectfully,
PHILL HARRIS, Jr.
Care Wm. V. Coleman, Box 308
Do You Know Them?
Dawson, Ga., June 27th, 1902.
I desire to know the whereabouts of
the relatives, of Jane Harvey. She was
a slave owned by Beverly Caesar. At
the time I was sold I was 19 years of
age. My mother was Rhody Harvey,
and was owned by Erasmus Gary. My
uncle's name was Allen Harvey. I
nursed two boys for Mr. and Mrs.
Beverly Caesar, Samuel and Edward
Caesar and Joseph Edward Murrell.
Mr. Caesar had two daughters, Miss
Sarah married Mr. Erasmus Gary and
Miss Josephine married Mr. James
Murrell. I had one sister, Malinda, and
two brothers, Jerry and Samuel Harvey.
Any information will be thankfully
received by
Jane Coles, Dawson, Ga.
Do You Know Them?
Denver, Colo., Jan. 24, 1913.
To Whom It May Concern, or the
Pastor of the Church:
Dear Sir: I am trying to locate
a Mrs. Vicky Powell or some of her
children. I wish to inform them
about her son, Daniel Laurence Pow-
ell. If you can find any relatives of
Daniel L. Powell n Richmond, Va,
please let them communicate with
me immediately. I know his rela-
tives live in Richmond but I don't
know their addresses. I wish to
inform them of something important.
I am respectfully yours,
DANIEL LAYTON,
3526 West 6th Ave.,
Denver, Colo.
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Died in Oklahoma.
A. B. Johnson, formerly of Meck-
lenburg county, Va. is reported to
have died at Nowata, Oklahoma,
Sunday, August 24, 1913. He was
76 years of age and it is desired to
know the whereabouts of his chil-
dren. He had not heard from any
of them for many years. He spoke
of one of his children as Etta John-
son. He left some property. Send
information to J. J. Rose, Nowata,
Oklahoma.
Do You Know Them?
Dolly Mack of Springfield, Mass. has
been dead a year. She formerly resided
in Chesterfield county, Va., but has not
been home for many years. She left
much money, and it is now being held
pending the appearance of her relatives.
It is desired to find Mrs. Charlotte
Dabney, wife of Mr. George Dabney,
who was a member of the First Baptist
church of Manchester, Va., Rev. Dr. A.
Binga, pastor.
Address, the PLANET, Richmond, Va.
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Ellisville, Miss., Aug. 24, '07.
I am seeking information about
some of my relatives. I was born
in Amelia County, Va., near Farmer's
Bank. Don't know name of town.
My age is about 56 years. I left
home about 1858, a slave, belong-
ing to Henry Anderson. Left with
Ed. Stokes and came to Mississippi.
My relatives left in Virginia were my
mother, Rachael Banister. After-
ward learned she married a man by
the name of Cy. Stokes. Also left
four brothers, Randall, Dave Billy
and Stephen Banister and one sister
named Sarah who married Barnett
Pegram. I want to hear from some
of them.
If any one of them or anyone who
knows anything about any of them,
will write me, the information will
be very gratifying to me.
Address,
BETTIE CLAYTON,
Ellisville, Miss.
Do You Know Them?
I am very anxious to get in touch
with some of my people. I left my
home, Asheville, N. C., in 1896 and
for three years kept up a regular
correspondence. Since then, I have
heard nothing of my people. My
mother, Martha Ross and step-father
Brooks Ross were living at No. 10
Ann St., Asheville, N. C.
My mother had two brothers Frank
and Henry Swanson and one sister
by the name of Hattie Alexander,
whose husband's name was Julius.
Any information concerning them
will be thankfully received. JOHN
ADAMS, Box B, Dannemora, N. Y.
Do You Know Them?
I desire to find my children. I was from
North Carolina. My husband's name
was Isaac Jacox. My oldest girl was
named Mary Jane Jacox and the next,
Margaret Ann Jacox. My master's
name was Charles Jacox and my mis-
tress' name, Martha Mullen. My
name was Caroline Jacox.
When I left there, I lived in Hart-
ford City, North Carolina. Any in-
formation will be thankfully received
by James D. Sanderlin, post-office box
547, Long Branch, N. J.
Do You Know Them?
I desire to know the where-abouts of
my relatives. My name was formerly
Sallie Teague, the name by which they
knew me. I lived in Richmond until I
was 26 years old. I left there the year
before the war commenced. My former
husband's name was George Teague.
The white people, with whom I was
in Richmond here name George
Adkins. My people's names are Harriet
Adkins, daughter of Tom and Fannie
Randall, Major Randall, brother
and Harriett and myself.
In the sale of old George Adkins, I
was sold from Virginia to Tom Williams.
I also left in Virginia a sister,
Julia Ballantine, also an aunt, Nancy
Brown, and an aunt Maria Hopkins.
My young white people were Mr
Ralph Brown and Miss Sallie Brown.
All of the above names persons I
left in Richmond 1860. My people
spoke of going to Petersburg.
Address,
SALLIE WHITE of MINNIE FORD.
Giles County, Tenn.
DO YOU KNOW THEM?
I desire to know the whereabouts
of my brothers Peter and Abraham
Early, my sisters Susan, Mary and
Katie Early. We belonged to Ed-
mund Early.
My brother Abraham and I were
sold and brought to Richmond. I
was then sold to a man in North
Carolina. My mother's name was
Dolly Early.
Any information concerning
them will be gladly received.
Address
RICHARD EARLY
503 E. Leigh St
Richmond, Va.
Do You Know Them?
I desire to know the whereabouts
of my mother and father Minerva
and Henry Williams. When last
heard from they were living in Rich
mond. Address,
MISS LENA WILLIAMS,
311 W. 37th St.,
New York, N. Y.
DO YOU KNOW THEM?
I desire to know the whereabouts
of Anty Jackson's sons, who lived in
Richmond or in Virginia somewhere
during slavery times. He was an old
man, who bought his freedom by
working in the gold mines and after
the surrender, he married a Creole.
Any information concerning him on
his relatives will be thankfully received
by,
ANDREW JACKSON,
Baxter, West Virginia.
Do You Know Them?
I desire to know the whereabouts of
the relatives of Alexander Robinson,
formerly of Richmond. He died in
Boston, leaving an estate. Write to
C. G. Morgan,
39 Curt St., Boston, Mass.
Do You Know Them?
I desire to know the whereabouts of
my brother and sister. Her name was
Lettie Basey Douglass, and his name
Douglass Basey They belonged to old
Sam Lile. Their mother's name is
Elizabeth Basey. Any information
will be thankfully received by
MARY A. BASEY,
27 Wethersfield Ave., Hartford, Conn.
Do You Know Them?
I desire to know the whereabouts of
my father's people. He was born in
Currytuck County, N C and was sold
in Richmond at Lumpkins Jail forty
or fifty years ago.
His father's name was Americus
Valentine and my mother's name was
Barbara and they belonged to Brancen
Bell and lived at a place called Bull
Yard.
My brothers are all dead, but one
and his name is Abel Gray. My sis-
ter's name is Katy and her husband's
name is Cator My other sister's name
is Tamer and her husband's name is
Harry, and sisters names Herick, Ju-
dy and Nelly.
My brother Abel Gray belonged to
John Gray and I belonged to the same
man. He gave me to his daughter,
Mary Gray. When she married a man
named Thomas Messer and he sold me
to a man in Alabama, and I lived 32
miles from Norfolk, Va
I belonged to the Presbyterian
Church (white) on the East Ridge. The
preacher was Rev. Sam Ferrabee at
that time.
Any information concerning them
will be thankfully received by
MARK MESSER,
931 Monument St.
Danville, Va.
Do You Know Them?
I desire to know the whereabouts of
my grandmother. Her name is Easter
Bere. She lived in Gloucester County,
Va. My aunt's name is Charlesanna
Bere. She lives in Richmond, Va.
I had uncles as follows: Kender
Bere, Robert Bere, Stevenson Bere and
William Bere. They were owned by
Jasper Huse and Frances Huse.
Any information will be thankfully
received by
REBECCA WILLIAMS,
Gallman, Miss.
Do You Know Them?
I desire to know the whereabouts of
my mother, Caroline Clatom. The
last place I remember at which she
lived at 806 N. Second Street. Any
information will be thankfully received,
by ESTELLA WILLIAMS,
16 Montgomery Street
Patterson, N. J.
Do You Know Them?
I desire to know the whereabouts of
my relatives.
They at one time resided at Hanover
County, Virginia, and were born and
reared on White Plain Farm and were
owned by Mary W Elliott
Their names are Edmonia, Albert
and Sarah Jones, also Judah Carter
Any information will be gladly
received by George Jones, Rear 27,
Federal street, Pittsburg.
1t
Do You Know Them?
I desire to know the whereabouts of
my relatives. I was sold from them
during the war.
I belonged to Sam Beachem, who lived
at than time Richmond, Va. I was
sold to Jimerson, at an age between 11
and 12 years Then I was to Robert
Golikly and Bird Leatherwood, two
Negro traders. They carried me to
Mississippi. Ike Beachum, the brother
of Sam Beachum sold me for the
debt of said Sam.
My mother's name was Nelly
Beachem. I left Richmond I have
not seem her since. My uncle's name
was Louis Beachem and the other uncle,
Pompey Beachem. My sister's
name was Jane Beachem. She was
sold to a white women Her name is
Geneta The rest are unknown She
was carried to Baltimore. My name
was Gustus Ann Beachuem. My name
is now Gustus Ann Hamilton.
Any information will be thankfully
received by addressing me at Coffeyville,
Kan.
Do You Know Them?
I desire to know the whereabouts of
my relatives. My father's name was
Bill or William Sloan; my mother's
name, Lauren Sloan; my sisters' Mary
and Rosella Sloan; my brother's name,
Baswell Sloan. I left them in 1865
near Warsaw Deupline Co., N C.
I have lived north ever since and
have not heard from them since that
time. Any information will be thankfully
received by
ANNIE SLOAN POWERS,
6,12-4t Roath Ave, Norwich, Conn.
Do You Know Them?
I desire to know the whereabouts of Will or William Lee. He lived in Richmond, and was connected with the exposition at Nashville, Tenn., two years ago and also with the one at Omaha last year. He sold jewelry and trinkets. His wife's name is Nellie.
Her father is said to have died in Richmond several years ago. His widow, the stepmother of their sister still lives in Richmond.
He is said to have owned property in that city. Any information will be thankfully received. Address,
William C. Lee, 302 W. Leigh St. Richmond, Va.
Do You Know Them?
I desire to the know the whereabouts of
my relatives. We first belonged to
Mrs. Hardy and after the death of
Mrs. Hardy, the estate was divided.
My mother, Nancy and Fanny Bev-
erly were given to Jack Hedyeman,
Henry was g'ven to John Brown who
lived in Spotsylvania Co.. Silstsui
James were given to Mrs. Susan Roq-
in and she took them to Richmond, Va.
My father lived within a few miles of
Fredericksburg with his owner, Wal-
ter Daniel and Mary were given to Wil-
iam Brown, the son of John. Lucy
and Caroline and Susan were carried
off by a Negro trader, whose name was
Conel,--Nancy and a cousin of ours,
named Nancy Williams, the latter
had two sons, named Benjamin.
The name of the other one was Rich-
ardson.
Nancy was the child of my father's
sister. She was given to Hedgeman
and was sold by William S. Gray's son.
William is the son of Beverly R.
Grayson, and William S. Grayson
brought me to the state of Mississippi
to the County Jefferson and he sold me
to Captain James Johnson.
Father's name it Harry Falks, moth-
er's Janie Fulks, brothers' Silas, Hen-
ry, James and Beverly; sisters' Susan,
Lucy, Mary, Nancy, Caroline and Fan-
ny.
Any information will be thankfully
received by Beverly Fulks.
407 Y. and M. V. R. Ave.,
ap15-4t. Vicksburg, Miss.
Do You Know Them?
I had a mother and two sisters, In
Richmond. My mother's name was
Mahala. She is dead. The oldest
sister's name is Merenda, the other's
name is Margaret or Maggie. We
used to belong to Lecob Woodson.
When I saw them last it was in
1862, fifty years ago. If they are
not living they may have children and
if I find them it will be through
colored people taking the paper.
Yours truly,
GEORGE CRAWFOED,
Robertson Co., Hearne, Texas.
Do You Know Them?
I wish to know the whereabouts of
my father, Tucker Woodson, who was
sold just before the war.
Their master's name was Louis Peter
of Albemarie County, Va. about
16 miles from Charlottesville, Va., on
the sand road.
My mother's name is Elsie. She
belonged to Tucker Coles of the same
place My father lived two miles from
my mother. I was 12 years old when
they were sold.
Any information will be thankfully
received by
JOSEPH WOODSON,
86 N. Albany St., Ithaca, N. Y.
Do You Know Them?
I wish to learn of my Kinsfolk, who
formerly belonged to John and Betsey
Booker, of Richmond, Va. My father
was Ben Booker and my mother's name
was Sarah. My brothers were John
and Tom Booker, and I had a little
sister Corisande. Any information
will be thankfully received. I was
sold about 1840.
MRS MARY ANN HOGAN,
Red Bay, Walton Co ,
Florida
Do You Know Them?
I wish to locate my brothers Alfred
and Solomon Williams, born in Nansemond
County, Va. They are the
sons of Lydia Williams. If my
brothers have any children I would
be pleased to hear from them. Alfred
is between 68 and 69 years old.
The last time I heard of him he was
living in Matthews Co., Va. This
was about 15 years ago.
Solomon is between 59 and 61
years old. I saw him in 1863 at
Falmouth, Va. on the Battle Field.
I have forgotten the name of the regiment.
Address all information to
RICHARD WILLIAMS,
442 Hudson Avenue,
Brooklyn, N. Y.
3t
Do You Know Them?
I would like to find my people. My
mother's name was Charlotte King,
and when I was sold I had five broth-
ers, viz: Alfred, John, Reason, Robert
and Paul King. At the same time
they were sold to Seth Woodruff, a
trader. My mother was sold to Mr
Hunter at Campbell Court House.
this sale was made after the death
of Mrs. King, the mistress. When Mr.
Woodruff went to Lynchburg, he sold
me and I was carried to Kentucky. I
have been living in Hopkinsville, Ky.,
for eleven years. My name is Rose
King Any information will be gladly
received by
(Mrs.) ROSE CAUDLE,
8-21-3t Hopkinsville, Ky.
Do You Know Them?
I would like to know the wherea-
bouts of Emma Wilson, Miles Wil-
son, Enoch Wilson, and Edward Wil-
son of Portsmouth, Va. The sister
Emma Wilson left Portsmouth, Va.
and went to Deep Creek, Va. Moth
er's name was Margaret Wilson also
of Portsmouth, Va.
I, the sister Annie Wilson left
Portsmouth, Va. in the year A. D.
1871. If any of these relatives be
living or anybody knows of the
whereabouts of them or can furnish
any information of them, please
write,
MRS. ANNIE HENRY
6 W. 6th St.,
Mt. Vernon, N. Y.
3t
Do You Know Them?
I would like to know the wherea-
bouts of some of my people or to lo-
cate Captain John Ritter. My father
James Somers of Richmond, Va. was
a soldier under Captain John Ritter,
and was killed while in the army.
My mother died when I was three
years old. I had one sister and
when I last saw her I was about sev-
en years old. I was placed in the
Home at Philadelphia by our guard-
ian, Mrs. Ritter and she kept my
sister. Address all information to
MRS. LUCY PONSLEY,
Media, Del. Co., Pa.
Do You Know Them?
I would like to know the whereabouts
of my sisters. When last heard
of about thirty years ago one was living
in Rappahannock county, Va. Her name
was Mrs. Sarah Scott. The other, Mrs.
Jane Harris, lived in Richmond, Va.,
I had a nephew who lived on Church
Hill. His mother's maiden name was
Polly Fox. I will pay a reward for any
information concerning my relatives.
ANDERSON LEWIS,
717 Union St.,
Springfield, Mass.
tiloct3inc
Do You Know Them?
ITHACA, N. Y., Feb. 9th, '03.
I have just lost my wife and desire to
know the whereabouts of my sister
Sarah Hunter and Margaret Allen. I
want two of the girls to come out here
and keep house for me. Any information
will be gladly received by addressing
Rev. T. N. Allen, No. 124 Wheat
St., Ithaca, N. Y.
Do You Know Them?
John Withers died recently in
Steubenville, Ohio, leaving a widow.
His K. of P. policy had ben assigned
to his mother, Mary Elizabeth With-
ers. He had other relatives. His
father's name was Johnson Withers.
Any information will be gladly re-
ceived at this office.
Do You Know Them?
My brother and sister Thomas
Jones and Matilda Jones were sold
out before freedom was introduced
She was a Miss Jones but she married
a gentleman by the name of Mr. New
man she was taken from her husband
and sold by Colonel Miller and Jane
Miller. Their parents were named
Alfred Jones and Eliza Jones belong-
ing to Edmund Perry.
They had a sister named Sarah
Ann and brother named Alfred Jones
This is your youngest sister inquir-
ing for you name Mrs. Julia Price,
Hill Top Chas, Co, Md.
Do You Know Them?
ROANOKE, VA., Dec 21, '97
I desire to know the whereabouts of
my relatives, James Macon and Emily
Macon, formerly of Powhatan Co.
Any information will be thankfully
received. They reside I think in eith-
er Richmond or Manchester.
(Mrs.) CHARLOTTE BROWN,
In care J.B. Osborne,
[undecipherable] Fifth Avenue,
[undecipherable] Roanoke, Va.
Do You Know Them?
10 W. Leigh Street
RICHMOND, VA., April 4, 1895
Mr Editor:
I would like to find the whereabouts
of my father, George Whets,
my uncle, John Whets, and my
grandmother, Nancy Whets. The last I
heard of them my father was in
Galveston, Texas. My uncle was in
Chicago, and kept a bar in that place.
My grandmother lived in Winchester,
Md . when I last heard of them.
Texas, Maryland, Chicago papers
please copy. Any information will be
gladly received by his daughter,
MRS. MARTHA A. GILES,
10 W. Leigh St., Richmond, Va.
Do You Know Them?
Argenta, Ark., Jan. 21, '99.
I desire to know the whereabouts of
my relatives.
I was sold from Virginia at the age
of 14 years. My name was Mary Burns
and my sister's name was Georgianna
Burns. My father's name was Wesley
Burns. My mother, Malinda, died
when I was very small. I had four
brothers, Isaac, John, Daniel and Rob-
ert [Robert] Henry. My home was in Culpeper
County. I married Henry Kyle.
I belonged to Presley Rixey and was
brought to Richmond trader's yard.
Any information will be thankfully
received by
(Mrs.) MARY KYLE,
Argenta, Pulaski Co, Ark.
Do You Know Them?
Dawson, Ga., July 12th, 1902.
I desire to know the whereabouts of
my relatives I was sold from Virginia
when a small child being in a drove led
by Mr. Trice or Price. I belonged to
Philip Miller's estate. One of the boys
was named James Miller. My father's
name was Jeffrey Miller. My mother's
name was Delsie Miller. I was born in
Kinston, Va. My name was Susan
Miller. Any information will be thank-
fully [thankfully] received. Address,
Susan Brooks,
P. O. Box, 168, Dawson, Ga.
DO YOU KNOW THEM?
HEMSTEAD, TEXAS, April 27, '98
I desire to know the whereabouts of
my relatives. I was born 18 miles
from Richmond in Hanover County.
I belonged to Mr. Gilliam who lived in
Hanover Co. My mother's name was
Mary.
Our owners died and we were sold
and all brought to Texas, except brother
Ed. and myself. I was bought by a
Captain James Trice, who lived in
Louisa Co. Brother Ed. was bought
by a Dr. Terrell of Hanover Co. He
married a girl named Amanda. He
was hired out in Richmond to drive a
hack and I have not heard from him in
18 years. When heard from last he
was in Richmond.
He had seven children, six boys and
one girl. Their names are Andrew,
Reuben and Mary Thomas. The girl
married. but I do not know her
husband's name.
Any information will be thankfully
received by
SPENCER COLEMAN,
Hempstead, Texas.
Do You Know Them?
I am anxious to find my aunt, Mrs
Matilda Fegans, who lives in the city
of Vicksburg, Miss. Her native
home is in Buckingham, Va., Glen-
more [Glenmore] P.O. She has two sons, Mr.
Charles Patterson and Mr. William
Fegans.
Any information respecting them
will be gladly received.
Truly yours,
SALLY ANN COLES
Daughter of Stephen Perkins.
Axtell, Buckingham Co. Va.
Do You Know Them?
I am desirous of locating some of
my people if possible. My mother, Mrs
Emeline Ward had five sons, Reece,
Blair, Alexander, William and Joseph
Ward. Mary Ward is dead. My fath-
er [father], John Ward belonged to Dr. Per-
ry [Perry]. I left him in Virginia. We were
sold by Mr. Sam Graham in '59 at
Huntsville, Alabama. Address all in
formation [information] to
ALEXANDER WARD,
Asylum, Miss.
Do You Know Them?
I am looking for my brothers from
whom I was sold just before the war
I was so young that I don't know the
county from which I was bought; but
it was somewhere from the central
part of the State of Virginia. I have
three or four brothers, one name
Henry Hogue. Any information from
him or the others will be gladly
received Address me,
MRS ANNIE POLK,
Webster Grove, Mo.
Do You Know Them?
I am very anxious to locate some
of my people, Delcie Graves, my aunt
and Frederick Graves,, her husband,
and my mother's brother, James
Washington. Frederick Graves and
James Washington were soldiers in
the war of 1863. My mother Geor-
gianna [Georgianna] and the others mentioned a-
bove [above] belonged to Mr. Tom Alyer in
Madison Co., Va. I will be very glad
to receive any information concern-
ing [concerning] them. Write
ARTHUR THOMAS,
94th and Eastwick Ave.,
Southwest Phila., Pa.
Do You Know Them?
I desire to find my brothers, Charley
West and Willie West. He was
working with Alli White, Surry Co
for a man who kept a saw-mill, (Mr.
Jones) is where Willie West was in '80
and '81.
I received a letter from him, but
mislaid it.
Charley was out here looking for
me in '86, but could not find me.
My last matrimonial name is Ethrington,
maiden name was Octavia
West, and by first marriage, my name
was Newby.
My father was John West, mother,
Lizzie West.
Any information will be gladly
received.
Address. Mrs. OCTAVIA ETHRINGTON,
care of Mr John Mitchell, 36 W. 67th
St . New York City
Do You Know Them?
I desire to find my relatives. His
name is Edmond Rolling. One of my
brother's name is Andrew Rolling and
the other Ed. Rolling. I have not
heard from them for seven or eight
years. They were then together in
the state of Massachusetts. My name
was Hettie Rolling.
Any information will be thankfully
received.
MRS. HATTIE A. TAYLOR,
Fishersville, Va.
Do You Know them?
I desire to find my relatives. I left
my mother in Sewal, Va. I was sold
from her in slavery. Her name was Eas
ter [Easter] Mitchell, my father belonged to an-
other [another] white man by the name of Barley
Brockston, which was his name.
I have some brothers but cannot re-
member [remember] but two, Peter Mitchell, being
the oldest, Alexander next. Have sev-
eral [several] sisters but cannot remember but
two, Lucinda, the oldest and Margaret
Mitchell. The old white man's name
was Dickie Mitchell. He had thirteen
children, all boys except two.
Any information will be gladly re-
ceived [received] by
BRAXTON MITCHELL.
Springhill, Johnson Co,,
Kansas.
Do You Know Them?
I desire to know the whereabouts
of Beattie Giles, the mother of Susan
Green. She lived in Petersburg, Va.
She belonged to Billy Moody. Her
husband's name was Henry Giles.
She had four other children. Their
names were Joshua, Rachel Jane and
Martha. Any information will be
thankfully received.
R.D. DAVENPORT, Newberry P.
O., S. U., R.F.D., No. 4, Box 37.
Do You Know Them?
I desire to know the whereabouts
of my father. He lived at a place
called White Oak Ridge and his
name was Nelson Barnett. - My moth
er [mother] and father separated before the
war. My father worked for a man
names William Snead. His wife
belonged to William Gault. Any in-
formation [information] concerning him will be
thankfully received either at the
PLANET Office or by
MRS. NELSON WEATHERTON,
No. 811 S. Fair Oak Ave.,
Pasadena, California.
Do You Know Them?
I desire to know the whereabouts
of some of my people. My moth-
er's mother was named Jane Shack-
elford and her father, William Ross.
She had three brothers named An-
drew, Sam and Phil. They were
sold by Shackelford, but I don't
know to whom. My sisters' names
were Millie and Nellie. Millie
was younger than I and Nellie was
older. Any information will be
gladly received by addressing
Mrs. FANNIE J. KENNEDY
care M. M. KENNEDY
Elkton, Ky.
Do You Know Them?
I desire to know the whereabouts
of some of my people. My uncle
was named Henry Payne for
a number of years was a hackman.
He lived at Richmond, Va. I had
four sisters but only two were at
home when I left, Alice and Hen-
rietta. The other two were named
Millie and Nancy.
Any information will be gladly
received by
MRS. CORAH PAYNE REED,
8 Main Street,
Everett, Mass.
Do You Know Them?
I desire to know the whereabouts
of some of my people. I was given
in charge of Classy Gaines of Farm-
ville [Farmville], Va., who came to Richmond to
visit her son, whose name was Wash-
ington [Washington] Gaines. I was given to her
by a person called my aunt. I call-
ed [called] her sister and she had promised
me to a lady across the ocean, but
Mrs. Classy Gaines persuaded her to
let her have me. I was carried to
Farmville. My name is Katie Hol-
ston [Holston], but in Farmville my name was
Katie Gaines. In Richmond, it was
Katie. I did not know my aunt's
name. Her children were Junius,
Mayliza and "Shugg."
Washington Gaines was a well-
known [well-known] man there and I think he
knows from where the old lady got
me. Any information concerning
them will be gladly received by
KATIE HOLSTON,
No. 521 S. 18th St.,
Birmingham, Ala.
Do You Know Them?
I desire to know the whereabouts of
John Taliaferro, Major Wooldridge, Den-
nis [Dennis] Minor, who was in Co. B, 119 Reg-
iment [Regiment], which was made up at Camp
Nelson, Kentucky, and was discharged
at Louisville, Ky. Also John Clark,
Walker Clark and Lewis Clark, who
were in the same company and regi-
ment [regiment]. They belonged to William Jor-
dan [Jordan] in Powhatan County, Va., and we
separated in Richmond. They went to
Powhatan County, Va., their home and
I came to Buckingham county, Va. We
worked at the Salt Works together.
Any information will be thankfully
received by
ANTHONY COX,
Bell Branch. Buckingham Co., Va.
3-15-02-3t.
Do You Know Them?
I desire to know the whereabouts of
Joseph Booker and Herbert Booker.
Herbert lived at one time on Henry
St.
Any information concerning them
will be thankfully received by
(Mrs.) MARGARET GRIGGS,
4 Fidelity Place,
Mt. Clair, N. J.
Do You Know Them?
I desire to know the whereabouts of
my father, Edward Childs. My mother's
name is Lucy Childs. She was sold by
Franklin Guy. She was the daughter of
old man Carter Page.
My father belonged to Dr. Wortham
My mother belonged to Franklin Guy
and Archie Page and William Page.
Carter Page is the father of Lucy Page
who was sold before the war. Address
Mrs. J. F. Johnson, 814 Ninth Street,
Louisville, Ky., or write to PLANET
Office.
Do You Know Them?
I desire to know the whereabouts of
my mother, sister, two brothers and
uncle. They were living about five
miles south of Charlotte C. H . Va.
My master's name was George Lawson.
His farm adjoined that of widow Robinson.
My mother's name was Catherine
Smith, and my brothers' names
James and Alfred. My sister's name
was Mary and my uncle's name, James
Dudley. I left home in the summer
of 1865.
Any information will be thankfully
received.
JOHN E. SMITH,
11 Genesee St., Auburn N. Y.
Do You Know Them?
I desire to know the whereabouts of
my relatives I left five brothers whose
names were George, William, Fielden
and James Madison Washington.
I was the nurse of Mr. Crenshaw's
son, Willie.
Any information will be thankfully
received by
JANE SCOTT,
N. 7th Alley, 21-22 Street,
Birmingham, Ala.
Do You Know Them?
I desire to know the whereabouts of
my two brothers. One is named Ar
thur [Arthur] William and the other, Toler
Butler. I saw one of them in 75 and
Toler August 15, 1881.
Any information will be thankfully
received by addressing,
RANDOLPH BUTLER,
1415 Poplar St.,
Pittsburgh, Pa.
Do You Know Them?
I desire to know the whereabouts of my
brother, John Elisha Garner. He
was born at Clover, Halifax County,
Va., and was one of four children,
three brothers one sister. The
parents namei were Oliver and Mary
Garner. When last heard from in De-
cember 1886, he was in Danville, Va.
Any information will be thankfully re-
ceived by
MRS ANNE JOHNSON,
156 North 53rd Street,
New York, N. Y.
Do You Know Them?
I would like to know the address of a few of
my comrades. Their names are David G. Smith,
Asbury Benson, L.G. Bragg, Gid Harvey and
Moses Ditcher. The above named men were
with me at Camp Foster in 1864. Any one know-
ing [knowing] any one of them will greatly oblige me by
writing to J. C. Boone, Plattsmouth, Neb.
(tf)
Do You Know Them?
I would like to locate Misses Ro-
berta [Roberta] and Latitia Gaskins and their
brother John Gaskins. He worked
in a butcher shop. In 1892 they
lived at 934-25th St., Washington, D.
C., near Georgetown bridge. I have
forgotten their mother's and fath-
er's [father's] names.
Their father kept a restaurant in
1890 on 4 1/2 St., between E and F.
South Washington. In 1892 the
father, mother and the larger portion
of the family left Washington to go
to Virginia in the country to live
where I know not.
Any information will be gladly
received. Address
ARTHUR J. LEWIS,
1811 Arctic Avenue,
Atlantic City, N. J.
Do You Know Them?
I would like to locate my aunts,
Mrs. Lucy Byrd and Mrs. Kitty Ro-
berson [Roberson], also Miss Sadie Roberts. Mrs.
Byrd lived at one time at 928 West
Leigh St., Richmond, Va. and Mrs.
Roberson at 1114 1-2 W. Moore St.
Miss Sadie Roberts lived near Second
and Byrd Sts. In 1899 she lived in
Newport News, Va. I think she
married a Mr. Frank Sampson, of
Newport News, Va.
I was born and reared in Rich-
mond [Richmond], Va,. attended Baker School.
Miss Lillian Harris was my teacher.
Having served a long time in the
Army of the United States, I have
lost all trace of my kindred and
friends and would be very grateful
for any information concerning them.
Address,
ROXY GARNET,
Co. G. 25th U. S. Inf.
Leilahua, Oahu,
Hawaiian Islands.
Do You Know Them?
I, Mrs. Ellis Harris, the wife of Mun-
ford [Munford} Harris, born in Caroline county
and having been a refugee to Hampton
county and being an honorable and
efficient member of the Brothers and
Sisters of Love and Charity, desire
to let any and all of my friends know
where I am through the columns of
your valuable journal - THE PLANET.
I am here at Woburn, Mass., and in
the best of health and doing well
which I hope all my relatives and
friends are likewise doing. Shall be
pleased to hear from any of them.
Very truly,
Mrs. CHAS. SMITH,
High St., Woburn, Mass.
Care of Maj. T. W. W. Scott.
Do You Know Them?
Information is wanted concerning
the following parties: Charles Harris,
the son of Charles Harris, Sr.,
and Louisa Harris. One of the
daughters attended the Hampton N
and A. Institute. She married a
man named Budd, and located in
the West. Charles Harris, Sr., died
and his widow married a man
named Samuel Brown probably
about ten or twelve years ago and
removed to California. Charles Harris,
Jr., went to New York, married
and was blessed with two children.
He misplaced the letter which he received
from them out West. On Oct.
11, 1893, he died and his widow is
desirous of finding his relatives to
inform them of the fact. The deceased
had an uncle in Washington,
named Thomas Harris.
Any information concerning the
above named will be thankfully received.
Address,
EDWARD U. A. BROOKS.
In care of PLANET, Richmond, Va.
Do You Know Them?
Information is wanted of Henry
Hughes, who is said to live near Richmond.
His sister, Miss Sally Hughes, died recently
and important news awaits
the relatives. Some of her people are said
to live in Powhatan County. Address,
THE PLANET, Richmond, Va.
Do You Know Them?
Is there any reader of the PLANET
who can inform me of any of the per-
sons [persons] whose names I have mentioned? If
so please inform me through the PLAN-
ET [PLANET] or by letter.
Address same to
CHARLIE OLIVER,
Greenbrier, Ark.
I am inquiring for my grandfather
who is likely to be in this city now. He
is sometimes known as "Free John,"
and has been a barber in Richmond
since 1855. He was a free man all his
life, hence his name, but his family was
owned by "Jack Vius."
Free John's family's names were as
follows: his wife, Nancy Vius, Daugh
ters, Harriet, Dinah and Emily Vius,
sons, Henry and Thomas Vins.
Jack Vius lived 3 miles west of Ellot,
Va., King William Co., in 1860. I was
then known and "Dandridge Vius." I
was sold in 1859 and my name was then
changed to Charlie Oliver. My father
was "Ottaway Boshare," mother, Har-
riet [Harriet] Vius.
An early reply will be much accept-
ed [accepted].
Respectfully,
CHARLIE OLIVER,
Greenbrier, Ark.
Do You Know Them?
James Harris of Richmond, Va., is
in jail at King and Queen C. H., Va ,
convicted of attempted criminal
assault and sentenced to death. He has
relatives in this city and friends in the
country are anxious to find him.
Harris bore a good Christian character and
his conviction is said to be based upon
prejudice.
Do You Know Them?
Lexington, Va., Oct. 17, 1904.
I desire to know the whereabouts of
Thomas Anderson, son of Annie and Jef-
ferson [Jefferson] Anderson of Lexington, Va. They
left here some years ago. Their parents
are dead and the property has been left to
him. Any information concerning
him will be thankfully received. Ad-
dress [Address].
Jefferson Anderson,
Lexington, Va.
Do You Know Them?
Louisville, Ky , October 1, '95.
I desire to know the whereabouts of
Edwin Childs, the husband of Lucy
Childs. The latter was daughter of
old man Carter Page before the war.
She belonged to Franklin Guy. She had
two brothers, one by the name of Wil-
liam Page, and Archie Page.
Edwin Childs belonged to Dr Worth-
um before the war, and he always
hired his own time. His sister Muzin-
da, and he worked in the tobacco fac-
tory together. Edwin Childs' wife,
Lucy Childs, was sold to the Negro
traders before the war by Franklin
Guy Franklin Guy had two sons, one
was named Tommie Guy and the other
Warner Guy.
Oblige,
Bettie Johnson.
No. 814 9th Street,
3t 10-19 Louisville, Ky
Do You Know Them?
MARTINSBURG, W. VA., July 8, 1902.
I am an old soldier and belonged to
Co. E, 2nd U. S. Cavalry commanded
by Col. George W. Cole and Capt. John
Tucker. I am desirous of locating
some of my old comrades that I might
be able to be identified and thus secure
my pension. Here appended are a few
names: Joseph Morris, corporal; Levi
Boone, first duty sergeant; Thomas
Campbell, commissary sergeant; Wm.
Mosby, bugler; Benj. Hart, orderly
bugler; Oliver White, private; Adlai
Skinner, private; Isham Lofate, private;
any of whom if living will confer a
great favor by communicating with.
ALEXANDER WOOD,
Martinsburg W. Va.
Do You Know Them?
My two sisters and two brothers
were sold at Mrs. Sallie Powell's
sale in Frankfort Co. Va., about
12 miles from Rocky Mount, about
the year of 1851. Ike and Charles
were the boys' names and Drucilla
and Victoria were the girls' names.
I am their younger brother, Edward
Johnson.
My father's name was Isaac and
my mother's name was Prudence.
Any one knowing of these parties
will please address
EDWARD JOHNSON.
7 Gorham Ave.,
Brookline, Mass.
Do You Know Them?
REIDSVILLE, N C., Jan 29, '96.
I learned from the PLANET that some
one is enquiring for her brother.
Was she from St. Louis, Mo.?
I have two brothers, who I have not
seen since 1864. When I left Missouri,
I lived a long time at Richmond
with Mr. Coon. I was known by the
name of William Page. My father's
name was Lewis Page.
T. A. MCGAHEE,
Box 215, Greensboro, N. C.
Do You Know Them?
Ten or twelve years ago Mr. and Mrs.
Samuel Brown (formerly Mrs. Harris)
left Richmond and went West.—Since
then Charles Harris, son of Mrs. Brown,
sought for her in vain. Any one who
knows the present address of Mr. or
Mrs. Samuel Brown will confer a great
favor on the undersigned by sending it
to him. Papers please copy.
EDWARD U. A. BROOKS,
517 Clinton Place,
Elmira, N. Y.
Do You Know Them?
The Society for the Prevention of
Cruelty to Children of New York has in
its charge a boy who gives his name as
James Davis, claims he lives at No. 66
John street, Richmond, Va., and that
his mother remarried, her present name
being Annie Van Netten. She has two
other children, Fannie and Stephen.
They first lived at Farmville, Va.,
where his uncles, Brants and Tucker
lived.
Any information concerning them
will be thankfully received.
Address,
NEW YORK SO. CRUELTY
TO CHILDREN,
No. 297 4th Ave.
Cor. East 23rd St.
Do You Know Them?
WILMINGTON N C., Aug 22nd '95.
I, Julia Ann Page, am inquiring for
my people. My mother belonged to
an old widow lady that used to own
the Exchange Hotel on Franklin St.
She sold it and moved down on Virginia
St. where the Danville depot now
is. My mothers name is Mora Jackson
she was a Mora Page I was sold
from there when I was 9 years old, had
a sister named Mary Ann Page and a
little brother named Richard Jackson,
my grand-mothers name was Angeling
Roper, You can go to Mr John
Qualls or Mr John Early or Mr Fendrice
Allen and you can find out about
me and my people The old widow
lady that owned my mother was named
Mrs Mary Myers, and had a daughter
named Miss Caroline Myers, You
can please answer this letter to Rev.
Jas. Spells, First Baptist Church
DO YOU KNOW THEM?
Was born in Richmond Virginia
Wanted to find a remanant of
fifty years ago, who knows anything
about the relation of Lucy Fisher,
whose mothers name, was Harriet
Fisher, her father's name was Bob
Fisher, grandmother's name was Kate
Winfrey, (white owners were Win-
freys.)
Bob Fisher had two children, Lucy
and William Fisher; Bob Fisher
bought Harriet his wife from the Win
frey's her white master, but left the
children slaves. Lucy was stolen
when very young and sold farther
south.
The writer of this article is her
daughter. Any information would be
gladly received. My mother, grand-
mother and great grand mother, were
born in Richmond Virginia slaves of
a white owner whose name was Win-
freys. Information through the Planet
will be gladly received. Signed,
--VIRGINIA RICE,
Do You Know Them?
I desire to find my brother. He was
sold away before the war to Nashville,
Tenn. He was last heard from in
Franklin, Tenn. His name is Bolding
Riddick. His mother's name was Harriet
Riddick, his father Starkley Riddick.
His brothers were named Abraham and
Alfred. I was not born when he was
sold, hence he does not know me. My
name is Nannie Riddick.
Any information will be thankfully received
by
NANNIE RIDDICK,
12 Lincoln St., Norfolk, Va.
Do You Know Them?
I desire to know the whereabouts of
my relatives. It has been thirteen
years since I visited my home in Rich-
mond [Richmond] County. I have a sister whose
name is Mrs. Harriet Davis, nee Jack-
son [Jackson], daughter of Mary Jackson; also a
sister in Norfolk, Va., whose name was
Julia Ann Jackson.
We were of the estate of Richard
Lyle, squire of Richmond Co.
My name is Louisa Mitchell and my
father's name Horace Mitchell.
My address is Thurlow, Delaware
County, Pa. Any information will be
thankfully received.
Do You Know Them?
Information concerning the where-
abouts of Mrs. Nancy Ford is desir-
ed. Her son, Harry Ford, was kill-
ed in Pittsburg and he left some
insurance money. Before his death
he stated that he had not heard
from his relatives for 8 or 9 years,
but that he had one married sister,
two brothers and one single sister,
all of whom lived in Richmond.
OLIVER THOMPKINS,
Address, No. 35 St. Clark's Mill,
Pittsburg, Pa.
Do You Know Them?
Information is desired concerning
the relatives of Samuel Burton, who
died at Saginaw, Mich., leaving some
money. He worked at Montgomery,
W. Va., and was said to have a sister,
Angeline Fisher, who lived at Ford's
Mill, Roanoke County, Va.
He is said to have an aunt at Edge-
water [Edgewater], Fayette County, W. Va. Any
information will be gladly received by
F. H. Porterfield.
In care of Saginaw Coal Co.,
Saginaw, Michigan
Do You Know Them?
Mr. John Mitchell,
Dear Sir :- My mother's name
was Rebecca Crow, my oldest brother
was name James Crow, my oldest
sister was Marie Crow and other sister
next to the oldest was Harriet
Crow and a sister Clara, my youngest
sister Lizzie, my youngest brother
was Dave Crow. When I left there
after the war, my oldest sister Marie
Crow was married and lived at Bristol,
Tenn., my brother Dave was living
with Dr. Barrs wife's mother,
Mrs. Cox; my brother James also
staid with Dr. Frank Barr. I was
born in Avington, Washington Co.,
Va., that was where my mother lived
when I left that county. My grandmother,
Mrs. Polly Clark staid with
Mr. Bradley about four miles from
Avington, when I left that county.
I was also staying at Mr. Cox's
where my brother Dave was. My
right name is Richard Crow. I was
brought here under an alias of Rice.
Yours very respectfully,
RICHARD CROW, alias JNO. RICE.
DO YOU KNOW THEM?
New Haven, Conn. May 6, '98
I desire information on the
whereabouts of one Julia, nick named Judy,
daughter of Siddy Stevens and John
(or Tim Stevens), born in New Berne,
N.C. She was sold from that place
about one or two years before the Civil
War. Judy had a sister Sally who was
bought from James C. Stevenson by
her father, Tim Stevens of New Haven.
She in turn bought her mother,
Siddy Stevens from James C. Stevenson.
In the meantime Judy was sold
to one John Banger a German baker of
New Berne, who sold her to speculators
and they carried farther south,
nothing has been heard of her since.
All information thankfully received
by her sister.
MRS. SARAH ( SALLY) BELL,
29 Eaton St., New Haven, Conn.
Do You Know Them?
Wanted information as to the whereabouts
of the parents of Robert Jones.
He was killed in the mines at Franklin
near Seattle, Washington, and money is
due him by the company. Information
concerning him can be obtained at this
office.
Address "G" 814 E. Broad St.
Do You Know Them? Charlie Wilson, colored, was killed. He was from either Albemarle or Fluvana Counties. I think his mother's name is Martha and he has a brother whose name is Henry. Money can be secured by them as a result of his death. Address, Thomas Hickison, 672 Cortez Street, Chicago, Ill.
Do You Know Them? I would like to find the where abouts of my people whom I left in the state of Virginia some 40 or 50 years ago and send me your price. My son put a notice in your paper sometime ago about his father's people and has found them, Mr. Mark Messer. I belonged to a man named Jack Thrift I don't know how far it was from Petersburg, but it was called a days journey from where I lived to Petersburg. My master Jack Thrift's wife was named Patsy and his oldest son was named Caleson, and he was killed crossing the creek at the ford by a horse. His next son's name was Tommie and his oldest daughter Martha and her husband was Henry Hawkins. When his wife Martha died he came back and married his wife's sister Lucy and I was given to Miss Lucy Hawkins, and I lived on a place called the Ellis place and the nearest neighbor s name was Batt Evans, and Batt Evans gave my [indecipherable] a woman and one child for me named Lucy Davis.
Batt Evans sold me in Petersburg to the speculators and they carried me to Richmond and put me in Lumpkin's jail and sold me to a man named William Spears who lived in Alabama.
My mother's name is Dolly Burro and father name Tom Burro. They belonged to my first owner Jack Thrift. Mother had a daughter named Rosena but she had one child named Eliza, another named Elija and another Louisa.
Sister Emily had a mark on the forehead where a horse kicked her. Any information that can be given about any of these parties will be gladly received.
Address,
Mrs. Elizabether Jones,
931 Monument St.,
Danville, Va.
Do You Know Them? Mrs. Martha Smith, the daughter of Mr. Claiborne Barrett of Culpepper, Va., would like to know or have some information of her uncle, Mr. Thomas Barrett who has lived in Richmond, Va., for a number of years. Please address all communications to Mrs. Martha Smith, 1684 Foulkrod St., Frankford, Phila. Pa.
Do You Know Then?
I desire to find my brother, James
Monroe Holmes My mother's name
was Eliza Holmes, and brother,
Henry Holmes. I had a sister whose
name was Dorthea. My father's name
was Frank Holmes and belonged to a
man whose name was James Stocks.
Any information will be thankfully
received by
GABRIEL HOLMES,
Flatana, Texas.
Do You Know These?
I would like ot know the wherea-
bouts of my brother (Lias Tibbs),
who belonged to Mrs. Moore Carter.
He left Warrenton, Tarquier County,
85 years ago, and was sold. His
father's name was Adam Tibbs;
mother's name, Lucy Tibbs. Had a
brother by the name of George Tibbs,
who has another by the name of Bev-
erly Tibbs, who is the youngest one.
Anyone knowing anything of his wherea-
bouts will kindly notify his brother.
GEORGE TIBBS,
19 Cross Street,
Montclair, N.J.
Do You Know These?
I would like to know the wherea-
bouts [whereabouts] of my aunt. Her name is Mrs.
Winnie Johnson, wife of the deceased
Wm. Johnson. When last heard of
she resided in Second St., Richmond,
Va. Would also like to know of any
other relative.
I am the daughter of the deceased
Henry Hill, and the grand-daughter of
the deceased Polly and Joseph Hill.
I also have an uncle, whose name
is Thomas Hill, and his wife's name
is Rena. The old homestead was on
Maddox Hill. Any information con-
cerning their whereabouts please
notify ELLA IRENE HILL BUTLER, 1683
Bergen Street, Brooklyn, N. Y.
Do You Know?
Wanted information of William Lewis,
about 75 years old, who lives on
Midlothian road Chesterfield County.,
six miles from Richmond. He left his
home January 16th and has not been
heard of since.
Any information about him will be
thankfully received by his daughter,
Lina Martin, at number 1 west Main
street, Richmond.
Do You Know?
Any information of James, or Jake
Hudelston, formerly of Overton County,
Tenn., will be thankfully received by
Mrs. Mary Grace, Lockland, Hamilton
County, O., wife of James and mother
of Jake.
E
Editor SOUTHWESTERN.--I wish
to inquire through your paper for
my sister. The last time I heard
from her she was in Mississippi. Her
name is Josephine Cook, and mine
is Mary Ann Fields. I reside at
Indian Village, St. Tammany Parish
West Pearl River. She has a grandfather
named Samuel Williams, her
mother Laura Williams and uncles
Amos and Martin Williams
MARRY ANN FIELDS
Editor of PLANET:
Dear Sir.-I desire to know the
whereabouts of my son, Sampson Her z
who was born in Jones County, Ga.
He went off with Sherman's Army
and the last time I heard from him
was in 1867 He was then located at
Richmond, Va. Any information that
can be given as 'o his whereabouts
will be appreciated by me. I am
Yours respectfully in Christ,
Address MRS. ADLINE CURRITON,
In care of Mr. Jerry Pounds, deacon
of First Baptists Church, colored, Cot-
ton Ave., Macon, Bibb County, Ga.
Editor SOUTHWESTERN :- I wish
to inquire through your paper for
father and mother. My father's
name was Walter, my mother's
was Sarah. I have a brother and
sister. My name is James Fuller.
Our fathers were different. We belonged
to Samuel Cobes; on his
death we were sold to Mr. Frank
Payne. Mr. Thomas Nicholls
bought my brother James, though
we lived together at the same place
in Clark county, Alabama, near the
Oven Bluff and the new salt works.
Brother James belonged to a church,
George Bush being the pastor. I
go by the name of my last owner.
GEORGE PAYNE.
Convent P. O., St. James Parish, La.
Editor SOUTHWESTERN--I desire
to know the whereabouts of friends.
My father and mother was named
Jim and Judy McElvine. I had
three brothers and give sisters;
Frank, Dennis and Chilly, Elen,
Louisa, Lilly, Betsy and Lelllis.
We belonged to Mr. William Davis,
Burke county, Georgia. We were
parted 13 years ago at Augusta,
Georgia. Please address
RACHAEL MCELVIN
Pleasant Plains Church,
New Orleans, La.
Editor SOUTHWESTERN. - I wish
to get some information of my
mother, Fannie With. She former-
ly belonged to Peter Maish, near
Clinton, Hones County, Georgia.
I was sold in Clinton to James
Satterwhite, who lived in Elbert Co. ;
moved from there to Mississippi,
and afterward to Texas. I have
been in Texas 25 years. I had an
elder brother, Isaac, and sisters,
Mary and Lucinda.
MIASH MERIT.
Waelder, Gonzales Co. Texas.
Editor SOUTHWESTERN.- I desire
information concerning my mother.
Her name is Harriett Spencer.
When I left her she lived on the
eastern shore of Maryland. I have
a brother, George Spencer, and a
sister, Charlotte Spencer. My name
is Elizabeth Spencer; I married a
Mr. Jones, and was brought to
Texas before the war by John
Spencer. I will be thankful for
any information concerning my
relatives, ELIZABETH JONES.
Luling, Texas, Feb. 19th 1879.
Editor SOUTHWESTERN.-I
desire information concerning Frank
Pelum, or any of his heirs. He
lived at New Orleans before the
war and I heard he moved to Knoxville,
Tenn. If you can learn any
thing of him, please publish it in
the SOUTHWESTERN.
Yours truly,
FRANK EARHART.
EDITORIALS.
REMARKABLE COINCIDENCE
Henry Tolliver, a leading citi-
zen [citizen], living at 1413 Fremont street
is about to start on a trip to
Leavenworth, Kans., to visit his
aged father, whom he has not
seen since he was sold on the
slave block over a half century
ago, at the age of 9 years. The
father is a man of remarkable age
and according to a son who
recently visited here, has seen 127
summers.
Henry Tolliver, when but a boy
of 9, was sold on a southern auct-
ion [auction] block in Davis County, Mis-
souri [Missouri]. This was the last he saw
of his parent. He ran away from
his master about the time of the
outbreak of the war and came to
Des Moines. He enlisted in the
sixteenth United States colored
infantry, served through the war
and then came back to Des Moines
and has since lived here. He is
now a man of 64 years and the
story of how he learned again of
the whereabouts of his father
reads like a romance.
A short time ago a colored man
—a tramp—came to Mr. Tolli-
ver’s [Tolliver's] home on Fremont street.
Mrs. Tolliver gave him some-
thing [something] to eat. The visitor asked
her name. Mrs. Tolliver told
him. He said he knew an old
man of that name living at
Leavenworth and that he was
known as Alfred Tolliver. Mrs.
Tolliver said at once this was the
name of her husband’s father.
Mr. Tolliver was working south
of the river at the time. Mrs.
Tolliver kept the stranger until
her husband returned, and the
latter, after making minute in-
quiries [inquiries], was assured he had at
last discovered the whereabouts
of his father. He wrote to Leav-
enworth [Leavenworth] for confirmation and re-
ceived [received] a reply that removed all
doubt on the subject.
Early this week Mr. Tolliver
was visited by his brother Alex-
ander [Alexander] of Tonganoxie, Kans. The
two brothers had not met since
1862. From his brother Mr. Tol-
liver [Tolliver] learned that his father was
in good health and was able to
walk about. He has planned to
leave for Levenworth in a short
time and there will doubtless be
a family reunion well worth wit-
nessing [witnessing].
While Alexander Tolliver was
here this week the two brothers
called on Capt. Amos Brandt at
the state house and told him their
remarkable story. Mr. Henry
Tolliver had a son in Captain
Brandt’s company of colored
taoops in the Spanish-American
war.
EDWARD MILLER--I wish to know the where-
abouts of Edward Miller and Henry Miller. Last
heard of was in Lexington, Ky. Mother's name
was Sarah Miller. Any information will be thank-
fully received by Mrs. Mary Miller Fountain Alley
Zanesville, Ohio 6-11-92
Edward Tigh, of Jackson, Minn.,
left his home on December 8, 1882,
and his whereabouts are now un-
known [unknown]. His is a stone mason and
plasterer by trade, six feet in hight,
weight about 200 pounds, age 38
years, strong build and heavy
voice. Was troubled with heart
and kidney disease. His wife and
family of four small children fear
he is dead, and any information
concerning him will be thankfully
received.
ELIJAH MARRS--I would like to know the where-
abouts [whereabouts] of Elijah Marrs formerly window man at
the Grand Pacific. When last heard from he
roomed at 2126 1/2 Armour ave. Address, Henry
Myers, 9431 I.S.P. Joliet, Ill
ELIZA HARRIS--I wish to find my mother Eliza
Harris who left Dalles, Ore., about 26 years ago
and went to San Francisco, Cal., from which city
I received the last letter about 25 years ago. In-
formation gladly received by Samuel Harris, Ar-
lington, Ore.
EMMA ASHBY--I wish to find the whereabouts of my cousin Emma Ashby a mulatto. I last met her in Baltimore City in the spring of 1879. Any information of her present whereabouts will be thankfully received. Address, Thomas Kellum 110 Wood street. Helena, Mont.
EMMA AVERY, COLORED, WHO LIVED WITH MR.
Powless, at Norwood, N. J., will please send her address
to W. P. R., box 3,020 New York Post office.
ENTERPRISE, Miss., Jan. 18, 1880.
DEAR EDITOR --- Please allow me
a short space in your paper to
inquire for a friend, my brother's
father. His name was Richard
King. He left us in 1864. He was
carried off by Hamp Bircy to
Galveston, Texas. My brother is
named Charley Bircy. My mother
married Bob Dunlap. If any
information from him is received,
address me at Enterprise.
HATTIE DUNLAP.
EUGENE HATCH.—Would like to know the where-
abouts of my son Eugene Hatch. He left Aber-
deen, Miss., about 6 years ago. Last heard from
in Bolivar, Tenn. Address Mrs. Sarah Hatch,
Aberdeen, Miss. 10—1—92
EVELINE WADE—I wish to find my mother
Eveline Wade, my step father Mike Wade, and my
sisters Sarah, Mary and Emily Heair, and my
brothers Wilson, Patrick and Mike Heair. When
last heard from they were in Lynchburg, Va.
Please address, James Smith, Inman, Tenn., care
of M. M. Bradley.
EVERYBODY READ THIS.
I have not seen my relatives since the civil war. My people belonged to Dr. Billy Hall. My father, Eton Coleman, and my mother, Margaret, are dead. They left five children - three of us - Angie Lina, Violet Lenora and Eton - were born in South Carolina. Dr. Hall brought us to Bosier Parish, La. My father's mother is named Hannah Hall. She had two children. She married, and her husband's name is Ransom. They had four children. My mother's father is named Peter Wilson. Grandmother went in the name of Suckie Johnson. She had a son named Henry Johnson. My uncle has a daughter named Mary Gay who lives in Bosier Parish, La. Dr. Hall married in the Ellison family. I lived with them in Winnsboro, S. C. My people were all living in South Carolina when I left - aunt Violet lived at the White House Place, my uncle Henry Johnson lived at Pea Ridge Place. Both of my grandmothers lived there. I am Eton Coleman's daughter, I married Mr. J. L. Odom of Louisiana. Let the pastors of South Carolina read this from their pulpits, and if they hear of any of my relatives, please write me as follows:
Mrs. Angie Lina K. Odom,
1318 South Fifth Street,
Waco, Texas.
EX-SLAVE ALMOST ONE HUNDRED
Never Reunited to Wife and Child Sold on
the Block.
POWERS, MICH.-Solomon Terry, an
ex-slave and well-known character, who
was almost 100 yeas old, was found near
the Cedar River Land company's camp,
No. 8. sitting near a logging road. He
was taken to the camp and died on Mon-
day from a stroke of paralysis.
He was born in Tennessee and was a
slave for about ten years. He was mar-
ried when a young man and one child re-
sulted from the union. Later he was
force to witness the sale of his wife and
child. The wife was bought by one mas-
ter and the child by another, and the
home was broken up, and Terry
never saw or heard of either since.
EX-SLAVES MARRIED.
Two Old Darkies United After a
Separation of Twenty-Five
Years.
The Groom Had But Ninety Cents To
Pay Magistrate Camp For
His Services.
Two ex-slaves who had not seen each
other for twenty-five years, were married
yesterday by Magistrate B. F. Camp at
his office in Court place. The principals
were John Thompson, aged eighty-five
years, and Kitty Owens, aged seventy.
Before the late war both were slaves in
the family of Mr. George Girding, who
owned a large plantation in Morgan
county, Tennessee. At that time Thompson
was looked upon as an old man,
while the woman was called ‘mammy’
by the children in the family.
After the two slaves were made free
by the war they went out in different
directions to make a livelihood. The
man decided to follow the river, and he
secured a place in the dining-room of a
steamboat. He continued at this until
several months ago, when he retired.
Thompson had saved enough money to
keep him in comfort the rest of his days.
He looked up some of his children, now
living in Louisville, but found that they
did not appear to take any interest in
their old father, not seeming to care
whether he was alive or dead. It was
while visiting his children that the old
man met Kitty Owens. They did not
know each other at first, and it was only
after they had compared notes that the
two recognized each other. A marriage
was shortly arranged between the two.
Yesterday they went to the County Clerk’s
office together, where a license was secured.
The two old people were accompanied
to Magistrate Camp’s office by
a curious crowd. Here the ceremony
was performed.
Thompson had been married three
times, and his companion only one time
less. As the old couple was leaving the
office Magistrate Camp remembered then
that his fee had been overlooked.
“Lor! Yo’ Honah, I hasn’t got any
mo’ money,” said the old man. The
facial expression of the old darky underwent
a complete change as he fumbled
in his pockets. Finally, Thompson got a
small amount of change out of his many
pockets. This was given over to the Magistrate,
who found it amounted to a
total of ninety cents. The old man explained
that he had divided his savings
so they would last until he was
one hundred years old. He took only
one of these piles weekly, never touching
the rest until the next week. The bridegroom
said that he hoped to save enough
out of the next few weeks’ allotment to
pay the balance of $1.10 to the Magistrate.
The old man and his bride were
then allowed to depart happily for their
home.
Exchanges Please Copy.
I, Horace Richards, born in King and
Queen County, Virginia, am anxious to
hear something of some of my relatives,
whom I have not seen for forty years.
My mother’s name is Senior Richards;
father’s, Warner Richards; brothers’,
Louis and Arthur; my sister’s name is
Martha Ann Richards. Any infor-
mation [information] of the above named persons
will be thankfully received. Address
Horace Richards, care of the Cleveland
GAZETTE, 25 Euclid Avenue, Cleveland,
Ohio.
Exchanges Please Copy.
To the Editor of GAZETTE:
Mrs. Kate Smith (nee) Washington,
of Akron, desires to find the where-
abouts [whereabouts] of her mother, who, she thinks,
resides in Zanesville (or was there
when last heard of). The name of
her mother is Ann Washington, who
gave her daughter to white people to
raise when one year old. Any inform-
ation [information] will be thankfully received. Ad-
dress [Address] Miss O. E. Prince, 169 Broadway,
Akron, O.
Exchanges Please Copy.
J. William Bailey, born in Greens-
borough [Greensborough], Gilford County, N.C., would
like to hear from some of his relatives,
whom he has not seen for many years.
His mother's name was Nancy Bailey;
brothers, Edward, James and Rufus
Bailey; uncles, John and Henry Ash.
Any information of the above will be
thankfully received. Address Wm.
Bailey, care of CLEVELAND GAZETTE,
or 994 South Logan street, Cleveland,
Ohio.
EXCHANGES PLEASE COPY.--The un-
dersigned [undersigned], formerly a slave, is anxious
to know the whereabouts of his moth-
er [mother], who is probably living yet. "I
and my mother were the common
property of Samuel Allen, near
Union, in Breckenridge county, Ken-
tucky [Kentucky]. When I was about nine years
old our master broke up house-
keeping, and I was given to Richard
Shacklet, and three afterwards,
was taken to Missouri, thus separating
me from my mother, who remained
in Kentucky as the property of young
William Allen. Since the war I have
heard that she was living; but I can
get no positive information of her
whereabouts. If living, my mother
will remember me by telling her that
I am the boy that was named Gener-
al [General] Wm. Henry Harrison, and can be
found by addressing
W. H. H ALLEN,
Oskaloosa, Iowa.
F
FANNY ROAMAN.—I wish to find my mother
Fanny Roaman. She formerly lived near Lexing-
tagton, Ky. I was sold from her when I was five
years old and now I'm forty. Maria Roaman, 504
S. Ault street Moberly, Mo
FAUST IS DEAD.
A short time ago the postoffice department
at Washington wrote Postmaster
Atkinson to know if Absolom
Faust still resided in St. Joseph. No
such person could be found, but the department
was not satisfied and wrote
back stating that he was last heard of
in this city. Information was wanted regarding
some slaves he formerly owned.
An advertisement was inserted in
The Daily Gazette, and "Doc" Daniels
called on Postmaster Atkinson. He
said Faust was his father-in-law and
died in 1875.
FINDS LONG LOST SON
(CONTINUED FROM FIRST PAGE.)
"It seems like I've seen her somewhere," he replied, "but I can't exactly place her."
The situation was becoming too strained for even the old soldier and he blurted out: "She's your mother, man."
In an instant they were clasped in each other's arms.
J. E. Strawn, sergeant major of the One Hundred and Thirtieth Illinois volunteers, is the man who has devoted much of his time for a year to tracing the mother, and he feels well repaid for all his efforts. He has lived in Chicago and its environs since 1863 and is now a resident of Wheaton, Ill
FINDS LONG LOST SON
DOWEN YOUNG MEETS HIS MOTHER AFTER 36 YEARS
A Mother Sold and Separated From her Family in 1861, Found and Presented to her Son as a Christmas gift in 1897.
The happiest Christmas in all the great city of Chicago was, at the modest home of Dowen Young, No. 3142 Fifth avenue. It was a reunion of a mother and son torn apart by the cruel conditions of slavery laws thirty-three years ago. The soldier, who through the circumstances of war had carried the child on his saddle away from its birthplace and the chief factor in bringing the man and his mother together after a separation of a third of a century, stood by and wept in sympathy.
It was a surprise to the son, and the aged woman had traveled night and day to aid their benefactor in carrying out his plan of a "Christmas gift of a mother," long believed by him to be dead. She brought him a simple present, a few magnolias, symbolic of the South, where she had suffered so much, but which she still loved.
Young's Romantic Career
Dowen Young, the colored man who fondled the withered hand of his mother as she lay upon a sofa, too much exhausted to stand, and too happy to sleep, is a doorkeeper at the main entrance to the stock exchange, where he has been for four years. He is now about 48 years of age, and married, and he had not heard from any member of his family since he was eight years old, though for years he tried to get some trace of his mother; but, hearing she was dead some years ago, he gave up hope, and when his soldier friend, who had never lost track of him, told him he would some day help him find her, it was without hope that he listened and thanked him.
The incidents in the life of the three chief figures in this drama are a story breathing of the cruelties of slavery, the inhumanity of men, the circumstances of war, the abiding affection between a [indecipherable] mother and her son, and the stranger, but true friendship of a generous man for a little slave to whom he gave freedom.
When the civil war broke out Margaret Young, a negro woman, and her three children lived on the Arthur estate in Clay county, Missouri, near the town of Liberty. They were all slaves of John Arthur. Her husband, Jesse Young, had died a few years before. He belonged to Mrs. Arthur, whose maiden name was Young, and was one of the many human chattels that made up her dower. Margaret had been the slave of a neighboring planter, Adam Pence, and she was known as Margaret Pence. In 1854 John Arthur bought her from Pence, and she was married to Jesse Young. They had three children, Dowen, Walter, and Susie. In 1861 it became apparent to the slave owners of the Missouri counties bordering on the Kansas line that, in order to save the value of their slaves, they must sell them off to the traders who supplied the Southern markets. Many of the negroes had run away, being assisted in escaping by one Fred Fritzlein, a mulatto. His particular field of operations was the Arthur and adjoining plantations. John Arthur therefore sought for and found a purchaser for his able-bodied men and women slaves in one Jim Adams, a noted dealer in negroes. Margaret had longed and hoped for freedom. Many of her fellow servants had made their escape, but she could not desert her little ones, not realizing that she might at any time be forced to separate from them, and doomed to a life of toil in the Southern cotton fields.
Mother and Children Separated.
Margaret was sold to the slave trade, and separated from her children, the eldest 8 years, and the youngest a girl 3 years of age.
"And how we cried, mother," said the oldest son to her yesterday, "when they took you away."
She was joined to the slave gang, chained and guarded to prevent their escape, which started by a circuitous route to avoid Union soldiers to the South. After much roundabout traveling, Adams reached Arkansas, and was soon inside the Confederate lines, where he was perfectly safe. From there he hurried on by direct route to New Orleans, which was the best slave market. From the block in the slave pens of that city he sold his gang. Margaret was among them, and described in the catalogue as follows:
Margaret: prime: Christian: 26
She was sold to Dr. Walter Mathews for $1,800. It was the value slave dealers placed upon Christian slaves and so advertising them moved Whittier to say: A Christian! going: gone! Who bids for God's own image? for his grace Which that poor victim of the market-place
Hath in her suffering won?
Boys Join Northern Army.
After the sale of the mother the children were placed with an old auntie, and as soon as they were strong enough put to work in the hemp and corn fields. It was while the two boys were so employed that Colonel Jennison, the famous Kansas Jayhawker, rider and raider and a terror to all the border slave-owners, and a company of troopers made one of their periodical forays into Clay county and, reaching the Arthur plantation, gathered in a few thoroughbred horses and five boys, carrying them off to the steamboat landing near by. The women of the Arthur household followed, and at the landing pleaded with the boys to return, but freedom was now very plainly in sight for them, and they refused. The boat was steaming up stream and Dowen and Walter Young met his friend and benefactor, who was a sergeant major of the regiment to which the troopers belonged.
After they arrived at Fort Leavenworth the boys attached themselves to an Illinois regiment, and soon became very useful. In this same summer of '64 Price, the Confederate general, planned his last raid into Missouri, entering the state below Pilot-Knob, and menacing St. Louis. The Illinois regiment was ordered to that point, and later down the Iron Mountain road. The little negro boys made the campaign, and remained with the regiment until it was mustered out at Camp Butler, Springfield, Ill. One of the boys, Walter, went to Oquawka, Ill., with Captain John Wilson, but from there all trace of him has been lost.
Came to Chicago in '68
Dowen was taken from Springfield to Ottawa, Ill., where he was provided with a home in the family of the late John H. Manley. In 1868 he came to this city, and has lived here ever since. He has always had employment, being a quiet, sober, industrious man. Many years ago he identified himself with the Bethel African M. E. Church. He also belongs to the Grand United Order of Odd Fellows, Western Star lodge, No. 1,443. He was for three years janitor of the Jones school on Plymouth place, and twelve years behind the oyster bar in the restaurant of the old Burke's European hotel.
Susan, the sister, remained with the Arthur family for some time after they removed to Kansas City. She is now 41 years of age, and until this year has never heard from any member of her family, but through the same benefactor, she will soon see her now aged mother again.
After the mother had been sold, she remained in New Orleans about two years, when she was taken to Mobile, Ala. where she has lived ever since. For years she has longed for some word from home, from the old place, and the three little children that she had left there. She could not read nor write, for it had been a crime to teach a slave to read even the Bible.
She married again, and the new cares of a growing family helped the years to slip away. Many Christmas days have come and gone since she, then a young woman, commenced her new life in the South. Mature womanhood came, and then age, and the old, old times and her former home in Missouri seemed like a dream to her. A few weeks ago the family by whom she is occasionally employed read in their evening paper that information of a person answering her description was wanted. She had the inquiry answered, was sent for, and proved to be the long-lost Margaret Young, mother of Dowen, Walker, and Susie Young.
Mother and Son Meet.
Thursday last at midnight Mrs. Nelson, for that is now her name, was put aboard the north-bound train in Mobile, Ala. She was going to visit her son Dowen in Chicago, and then after a few weeks to journey on to Kansas City, to visit her daughter, Mrs. Susan Reeves, and her brothers, who were sold about the same time, but returned North at the close of the war. She had a letter from the general agent of the Mobile and Ohio railroad at Mobile, addressed to conductors and porters, which insured her every attention. She reached Chicago at noon and was met by her benefactor, who took her immediately to her son's home. Dowen Young had been apprised of his friend's intention to visit him Christmas day, and when he saw him from his window walking toward the house he did not take much notice of the tall colored woman behind him. She followed into the room.
"Dowen, do you know this woman?" asked his friend.
(Continued on 2nd. Page)
FINDS SISTER AFTER YEARS.
To meet a sister after a separation of thirty-nine years is the recent experience of Henry Wilson, the colored butler who has been at the executive mansion through the administrations of Governors Ogles-by, Altgeld, Tanner and Yates. Wilson was born a slave in Missouri in 1855 and was held with his mother for more than a year after the emancipation proclama-tion of 1863. In 1864 he and his mother ran away, crossing over to Illinois and leaving a younger sister behind.
At various times in the last twenty years Wilson has heard of his sister, but was never certain of her whereabouts until last week he received a letter from her. She is now Mrs. Hattie Webb. Wil-son and his wife went to St. Louis last Saturday and remained over Sunday, this being the first meeting since 1864. Mrs. Webb found her brother through friends who knew of his services at the man-sion. Their mother died in 1885 while laundress to Mrs. Oglesby.
First Ad:
BOSTON. INFORMATION WANTED of the whereabouts of our father. LEWIS THOMAS, now said to be Rev. Lewis Hudson, pastor of a Baptist Church in Mississippi. He was formerly owned by a man named Shepard Miller, and was sold into the far South. Any one knowing where he may be found will kindly inform May Frances Thomas and Walter Thomas, at No. 9 Kirkland street, Boston, Mass, jan8 3m
Second Ad:
May Frances Thomas and Walter Thomas of 9 Kirkland street, this city [Boston, MA], who, some time ago, advertised in THE FREEMAN for their father, formerly Lewis Thomas, now said to be Rev. Lewis Hudson, found him recently through the advertisement. This is but a proof of the value of THE FREEMAN as an advertising medium.
Five sisters of us belonged to Mrs.
Clark, a widow woman, living six
miles from Liberty, Bradford Co.,
Virginia. Three of us, Martha, Isa-
bella, and Elizabeth, were sold to
her brother, Mr. Ironton, who
brought us to Mississippi, where we
now live. We desire information
concerning the two younger sisters,
Julia and Catharine, whom we have
not since heard from. Address
Elizabeth Wells, Holly Springs
Miss.
For the Nashville Union.
Information Wanted.
On a recent visit to Washington City,
I became acquainted with a colored
Baptist minister by the name of Albert
Boulden, and became somewhat interested
in his history. He and his old
wife are there, getting along very pleasantly;
but greatly distressed about
their children, ten in number, all sold
from them a good many years ago.
They were taken from Virginia to Alabama,
and sold to two men, Robert
Peoples and Robert Bibbs. It would
be a great satisfaction to hear from
them if they are yet in the land of the
living. It was thought by interested
parties in Washington that a brief
statement and the names of the children,
published in a Nashville paper,
might be the means of identifying at
least some of them. Will you please
give this an insertion in your paper.
The names of the children are as follows:
James Boulden, Julias Boulden,
Luke Boulden, Ann Boulden, Catharine
Boulden, Joana Boulden, Robert Boulden,
Louisa Boulden, Agnes Boulden,
and Albert Boulden.
All other papers in the south that
are willing to publish the above are
requested to do so. Any information
respecting any of the above named
children may be addressed to Rev.
Albert Boulden, No. 665, L Street,
Washington, D.C., or to Rev. T.P. Childs,
Troy, Miami Co, O.
Very respectfully,
T. P. Childs,
Troy, O., March 12, 1865.
FORMER SLAVE BROTHERS MEET
Nathan Branch of Evanston Finds by
Chance Lee, from Whom He Was
Parted 66 Years Ago.
After a separation of sixty-six years Nathan
Branch, the oldest colored man in
Evanston, will meet his brother Lee of
Macon, Ga. The last sight they had of each
other was in an auctioneer’s room on a
plantation in Chesterfield County, Va., when
they were offered for sale. It is by the
merest chance that they will meet again.
C. H. Callum, a real estate man at 528 Davis
street, Evanston. spent last winter in the
South, and at Macon saw a man whom he
supposed was Nathan Branch. The man
was bent with age. Callum was surprised
to find that he was a brother of Nathan.
The Evanston man told Lee Branch of
Nathan, of another brother, Jordan, and
what he knew of the family history, and
Lee recognized many of the facts as tallying
with dim memories of his boyhood days.
When Callum arrived in Evanston a few
days ago he told Nathan of the incident,
and letters were immediately sent to Macon
and replies are expected next week.
There were four boys in the Branch family,
and all were born in Chesterfield County.
Lee, born in 1815, was the oldest. Robert,
the next, died in Tennessee last fall.
Nathan and Jordan, who live in Evanston,
are over 70. In 1833 their master died and
they were auctioned off. The mother, Esther,
with Robert, Nathan, and Jordan, were
sold into Kentucky, while all trace of the
father and Lee was lost. When Nathan
was 17 he was sold again, and, with his
brother Robert, was carried to Tennessee.
Later he was taken back to Kentucky. The
war gave Branch a chance to escape, and
he fled to Columbus, Ky., where he became
a roustabout with Company D of the One
Hundred and Thirty-fourth Illinois until it
was mustered out in Chicago, when he went
to work at the Sherman House. Three
years later he moved to Evanston. He is
the messenger of the postoffice and lives
at 1705 Lake street. Ten years ago he induced
his bother Jordan to come to Evanston.
Branch is a member of the Colored
Baptist Church.
FORMER SLAVES
JOIN FORTUNES
After Separation of Forty-
Five Years They Meet by
Chance at Fresno and Wed
BOTH MARRIED BEFORE
Each Had Lost a Loved One
and They Quickly Decide
to Finish Life Together
Special Dispatch to The Call.
FRESNO, July 22.---After a separa-
tion [separation] of forty-five years George Harris
and Mary J. Brooks, who were slaves
upon the same plantation, met in Fres-
no [Fresno] yesterday, and each having lost a
loved one they decided to finish life to-
gether [together], as they had once planned. They
had lived on an old plantation in the
State of Louisiana and were lovers
when, in 1859, Harris was sold to a
planter living in Tennessee.
They both married in after years.
Harris is the father of seventeen chil-
dren [children], while the woman is the proud
mother of fourteen. By chance they
met yesterday, and to-day went to Rev.
Father McCarty of St. John's Catholic
Church and were married. Mrs. Harris
has lived most of her life in Chicago,
coming to Fresno on a visit to rela-
tives [relatives]. Her old sweetheart is a pioneer
resident of this city.
Harris is 61 years old and she is 60.
The couple will finish their days in
Fresno County at Harris' home, north
of town, where the large family of
thirty-one will be raised in old planta-
tion [plantation] style.
FOUND AT LAST.
A former Slave, Now in Ohio, Hears From
His Long-Lost Mother.
SPRINGFIELD, O., March 11, - After 40 years'
separation William H. Todd, an ex-slave at
Washington Court House, Fayette county, has
discovered the whereabouts of his mother, now
100 years old, living at Macon, GA., through a
letter received last night. Twelve years prior
to the war they were sold to different masters
and each received the master's name who made
the purchase. Todd and one of his brothers
belonged during the war to the Twenty-second
Colored Union Infantry and at the battle of
Deep Bottom, VA., his brother lost his life.
There were 14 brothers and all of them were
soldiers in the Union army; 12 of them fought
in the Fort Pillow massacre, eight being killed
after the fort had surrendered and rebels had
taken possession of it. Four escaped and are
living to-day near the scene of their childhood,
where their aged mother and four of "Gov-
ernor [Governor]" Todd's children by his first wife are liv-
ing [living].
The letter gives Todd intense delight. He is
about 70 years of age and quite poor. An effort
is on foot to raise money enough to send him to
his native State, where he may see his mother
before she dies. He has been writing to people
in the South for many years concerning the
whereabouts of his mother and children, and
at last he is a happy man. He was assisted in
the search for her by the son of his old master,
Mr. Todd.
FOUND HER AGED MOTHER
Reunion After Separation During
Slavery Days
Special to The Inquirer.
ATLANTIC CITY, N. J., March 21.—
Mrs. Louisa Fry, an aged colored woman
of Pleasantville, has just found her moth-
er [mother], whom she has not seen since the slaves
on a plantation near Charlottesburg, Va.,
were liberated at the close of the Civil
War. The mother of Mrs. Fry claims to
be 106 years old. Mrs. Fry is past 60,
but both women are said to have recog-
nized [recognized] each other at once when they met
a short time ago in Philadelphia.
Mrs. Fry is an industrious, hardworking
woman and comes to Atlantic City daily
to do housework. It was while working
at a home in Atlantic City that she first
learned of an old colored woman in Phil-
adelphia [Philadelphia], who claimed to come from the
same Virginia village in which Mrs. Fry
was born. More with a desire to talk
over old times with a townswoman than
from any hope of seeing her mother again,
Mrs. Fry went to Philadelphia and sought
out "Aunty" Strong, who proved to be
the parent whom she had not seen since
the close of the war.
Found Her Relatives.
Mineola, Tex., Special.
Some of the merchants of this town
have made a change in business all
around. The cotton buyer says, bring
your cotton to Mineola, and promise
they will give you as much for cotton
as any market in the State. [undecipherable] had
the first bale sold here for only six
cents per pound. We still cry "hard
times," and the same echo comes back
to us, "hard times." And it was the
colored man that helped to make the
"hard times." Mr. E. S. Jones is run-
ing [runing] a first class barber shop north of
Pratt's house Mr. W. H. Oldain's
baby died on the nineteenth inst.
Mrs. Witherspoon has been very
sick, and also the daughter of [undecipherable]
Arnold. If any one wants bricks call
on E. D. Powell. Mrs. Susan Ander-
son [Anderson] has found her long lost brother
and relatives in Virginia. [undecipherable] W.
Gatewood, of Norfolk, Va., the [undecipherable]
man, received $1.50 which was made
up here by Sandy Anderson's father
and mother. Mr. Gatewood returned
many thanks to them. If you sub-
scribe [subscribe] now, you can get it for $1.50
The Freeman.
FOUND HER RELATIVES.
The Value of an Advertisement in the
Planet.
Louisville, Ky , Oct. 23, 1895
Mr. Mitchell,
I have heard from my father Edwin
Childs. He lives in Washington City.
He saw the advertisement in the Rich-
mond Planet. I received the letter
from him Tuesday. It has been 36
years since I last saw him We were
sold away from our father in the year
of 1859. I received a letter from Phil-
adelphia, Pa , concerning the same
matter. My aunt Muzinda lives in
Richmond , Va. Her number is 913 N.
Third St. Through your kindness was
the cause of me finding my father and
aunt.
From yours,
BETTIE JOHNSON.
FOUND HER UNCLE
The Planet as an Advertising
Medium.
The publication of an enquiry
notice in the columns of the
PLANET recently brought the fol-
lowing results:
214[?] 14th Street.
New Albany, Ind., Dec. 21, 1909.
DEAR EDITOR.—
I write to inform you that I have
found my uncle whom I have been
looking for. I can not express my
gratitude to you and your paper and
will forward you your money for
the inquiry and one years sub-
scription as soon as you send me
your bill. I shall never be without
your paper and like it very much for
its news.
MRS. JAS. COAKLEY
P S—My uncle lived right here
in Indiana, 140 miles from me in
Brazil
Found His Father. Salt Lake City, Oct. 19, 1891. Editor The Appeal: Many thanks for the notice in "Seeking for the Lost" column. I have found my father. Respectfully, S. G. Wilson.
FOUND HIS MOTHER
John Williams Visits His Mother
After an Absence of 32 Years.
The Knoxville Tribune of yesterday
contains a long account (which was
printed as original in the Gazette this
morning) of the re-union of a mother
and son, who had not seen each other
for thirty-two years. The people were
colored, the mother's name being Har-
riet [Harriet] Blackwell, and that of the son John
Williams, he having taken the name of his
master, a Mississippi planter, to whom
he was sold when a boy. Williams
learned of his mother's whereabouts
from a colored man who was in Knox-
ville [Knoxville] a few days ago, and, the Tribune
says, came to Asheville, where his
mother lives, on Christmas day. The
Tribune says in closing the story:
"John went alone into the house, and
his mother, upon seeing him, rushed into
his arms with many exclamations of joy.
He remained in Asheville until Tuesday.
A brother of John who was sold at the
same time he was has never been heard
from since he left the Blackwell planta-
tion [plantation]."
Williams also met in Knoxville a
brother whom he had not seen since he
left home, and from him learned that
their mother was living.
Found His Relatives.
Mineola, Tex., Special.
Henry Anderson now living in Tex-
as an ex-slave of Somerset, Md., found
his long lost friends and relatives
through advertising in The Freeman.
FOUND HIS SLAVE MOTHER.
John Jones's Search of Many Years Seems to Have Met With Success.
John Jones, the colored man whorecently
sought the aid of the New York police in find-
ing his mother, Parthenia Jones, from whom
he was separated during the early days of the
war, has been notified of the success of the
search.The story he told was printed in the
newspapers several days ago and was read by
Mrs. Cecilla Jones, the wife of Parthenia's
younger son, William Anderson Jones, of 345
West Forty-fifth street. William Jones is a
porter on the New York Central Railroad. He
returned home yesterday morning and his
wife told him what she had read about his
alleged brother's efforts to find his mother.
The aged woman, who was formerly a slave,
is now holding revival meetings at Riverhead
Park, L. I., among the colored population there,
and has not been informed of the existence of
a man who claims to be her son. John lives in
Washington. William Jones is skeptical about
the story he tells, and intends to put him to a
severe test. If he stands it satisfactorily a day
will then be set for the family reunion here.
Besides her two sons Mrs. Jones has two
daughters, Martha Grey, who lives in Dan-
ville, Va., and is the mother of ex-Mayor Wesley
H. Jones of Danville, and Cornelia Jones of this
city.
FRANCIS ROSS, ORIGINALLY FROM
East Tennessee, wishes to find her fol-
lowing relatives, from whom she had been
parted years ago, to wit.: Cynthia Ross,
mother ; sisters Malvina, Anna, and Kitty,
and brothers Joseph, James and Madison
Ross, all of whom once lived near Kings-
port, East Tennessee, claimed by a Presby-
terian preacher by the name of Ross. If
any clue to any of them is had please send
information to Rev. Tolliver, of the A. M.
E. Church, Toledo, Ohio, and relieve an
anxious heart. Mrs. Francis Lee, Toledo,
Ohio.
FRED. F. CARTER—I wish to finp my son Fred
F. Carter of Chicago, Ill. He was last seen at the
Palace Hotel. San Francisco, Cal. You will do a
great favor if you can tell of his whereabouts.
Address, Mrs. L. C. Carter, 3736 Armour ave.,
Chicago, Ill.
FROM TEXAS.
MINEOLA, WOOD CO., TEX.,
August 6, 1894.
We have had a good little rain in
this part of the section.
Prof. Cain's wife has a good school
at Lake Fork, Texas, and it is well
seated with thirty-five scholars.
Mrs. Lucy Meade says Rev. R. Spil-
ler [Spiller] is a first class preacher. Some
talks that the St. Paul Baptist
Church belongs to the M.E Connec-
tion [Connection], if that's so, the M. E. connec-
tion [connection] has two lots in Mineola. Rev.
T. W. Bartlett says he is going to
resign, and preach at the First Bap-
tist [Baptist] Church, Texarkana, Ark.
There is not a colored paper print-
ed [printed] here.
Mrs. Susan Anderson has an "ad"
in the PLANET. She has received
two letters, one from Alex. Johnson,
the other one from Charles Braxton
of Lake Providence, La., both these
gentlemen are readers of the PLANET
Mrs. Julia Moth's funeral will be
preached on the 12th of August. If
any one wish to subscribe for the
PLANET or the "Freeman" see San-
dy [Sandy] Anderson, Agent.
G
GADSON JONES—I desire to find my son Gadson
Jones. He left Winnsboro, S. C., in June 1881.
Last heard from at Whynot, Ky. Also my son
Lymus Jones was last heard from at Lexington,
Ga. Address, Mrs. Rebecca Jones, Winnsboro,
S. C. 3 26-92.
Galveston, Feb. 26, '77.
Any one knowing the whereabouts
of John Criswell or his brothers,
Henry, and Thomas, will please
let the undersigned know. They
once belonged to Joseph Criswell.
This request is from their sister and
mother. Send the letter in care of
Rev. Paul Douglas, Galveston,
Texas.
GEORGE HENRY FORBES, of Wamego,
Pottawatomie county, Kansas, wants to
find his people. His father and mother,
GEORGE HENRY and HENRIETTA FORBES,
were slaves and belonged to JACK BERRY,
and by marriage they fell to JAMES
MONTGOMERY. They had four children.
The oldest a son, JAMES; the second a
daughter, MARGARET; the third a daugh-
ter [daughter], AREA; and the youngest a son,
GEORGE HENRY. The grand parents
were BARNEY and WINNIE MOORE. The
mother and youngest child, GEORGE
HENRY, were sold in Maryland, in 1850,
to GREEN ANDES, and taken to Mississip-
pi [Mississippi]. Information concerning any of the
above named friends will be gratefully
received by GEORGE HENRY FORBES, Wa-
mego [Wamego], Kansas.
GEORGE ROBINSON (COLORED), FORMERLY EM-
ployed by Mr. Blackburn, a barber, at Manchester, N.
H. Any information about him will be gladly received by
his mother. Address box 317 Elizabeth (N. J.) Post office.
GEORGE TEARELL.—I wish to know the where-
abouts of my brother George Tearell. The last
heard from him was in Montana. He left home
16 years old. Any information will be thankfully
received. Addres, John Tearell, Branch street
Zanesville, Ohio. 6-11-92
GEORGE W. TAYLOR .— Information wanted con-
cerning my son George Washington Taylor, aged
about 30 years. When last heard from was living
in Chicago. Address Mrs. Isabella Harris. 1119
N. 5th St., Richmond Vt. 10—1—92
GEORGIANA STROTHERS.— Any information con-
cerning the whereabouts of Georgiana Strothers,
formerly of Fort Reno, Ind. Ter., will be thank-
fully received by the undersigned. Clara C. Irvin,
Helena, Montana.
GIRL LOST.--On Friday evening, Eudora John-
son [Johnson], colored, aged 12 years, strayed from her
home, near the Virginia avenue Bridge, (Island.)
and has not been heard of since. She was dressed
in a striped Virginia cloth dress, short sleeves,
soldiers cap and bare-footed. Any information
leading to her recovery will be thankfully re-
ceived [received]. RALPH THOMAS,
my 1-2t* below Va. av. bridge.
Governor Johnston has received a
letter from a colored woman who is
pursuing an industrious search for her
old father. He is somewhere in Ala-
bama [Alabama] and his daughter has not seen
nor heard of him for over a score of
years.
Katie Hubbard, the woman in ques-
tion [question], writes that he left Jasper County
in Mississippi in 1867. At that time
his name was Berket Doncler, he hav-
ing [having] belonged to Mrs Susan Doncler
before the war. He went to Mobile
where he changed his name to Ben
Berket. If any one knows of any such
colored man it will relieve the anxiety
of his daughter to get the information.
Her address is Box 42, Laurel, Jones
County, Miss.
gray haired man.
“Of course neither of us knew the
other," says the Rev. Mr. Watson.
"When I knew Gannon in war times
he was a square shouldered young
man, with a long black mustache and
bushy black hair. Half a century lat-
er [later] I found him an old man, little re-
sembling [resembling] his former self. But the old
friendship was still there. He seemed
mighty glad to see me, and for two
hours we talked over old times. Then
later he came to my house and we
sat up all night long talking old
times."
Reminiscently in his letter Gannon
said: "Again I recall an incident––
the negro boy who wandered into
camp, a fugitive from slavery, meek,
humble, seeking protection. My boys
in blue treated him with kindness and
sympathy and I soon realized his
faithful services; honest, truthful, and
diligent, employing his leisure mo-
ments [moments] in the efforts to learn to read
that he might be helpful to his fel-
low [fellow] free men. Now how well he has
succeeded. From an humble servant
to a devoted servant of the Lord and
zealous in the uplift of his people."
Born in Lynchburg, Va., Watson
was sold when a baby with his moth-
er [mother] to Robert Barnett, Bowling Green,
Pike county, Missouri. When four
years old his mother died, and from
that time until ten he was sold five
times on the auction block in Mis-
souri [Missouri].
Green Haynes, Hempstead, Waller
county, Texas, desires information
of his uncle, Ephraim Thompson,
whose master's name was William
McDow; and of his cousin,
Howard Harrison, son of Jeff. Harrison
and Tilvia Harrison. Howard
is about 22 or 23 years old, and
Ephraim Thompson is about 43 or
44 years old.
H
H. C. Brock, Pearl, Ill., would like to hear from any of Co. K, 1st U. S. C. T.
HANNAH JAMES - Information Wanted.
In the year 1862 I left my mother at Peach Orchard Bluff, Arkansas, and have been trying to find her whereabouts, but as yet have failed; her name was Hannah James, one of Edward James' slaves. Any information of her will be gratefully accepted by her son, HORACE JOHNSON,
Kokomo, Indiana.
Exchanges please copy
HANNAH SLAKUM.— I Desire to find my daugh-
ter [daughter], Hannah Slakum. She belonged to John Slak-
um [Slakum] in Fairfield County, Va. I was sold and
brought to Texas. Address, Winnie Bass, M. E.
Church, Navasota, Texas.
HARRIET DICKENSON.––I want to find my moth
er [mother], Harriet Dickenson, who belonged to a family of
Whiting's at Hampton, Va. She has two daugh
ters [daughters]. Elsie Washington and Rose Smith. Respect-
fully [Respectfully] her niece Sadie Roberts nee Washington. S.
W. cor. 18th and Rose sts., Philadelphia, Pa. 12-12-91
He Seeks his Father.
Wanted to know the whereabouts of
Rev. C.M. White. Was last heard
from at Columbus, Ind. He is a minister
of the A.M.E. church. Any informa-
tion will be thankfully received by his
son, R.T. White, 533 State St.
Henry Green, Sr., of Charleston, S. C., re-
quests information concerning his son, William
Green. who left Beaufort, S. C. for New York,
in 1865. with a United States army officer.
When last heard from, in 1868, was in New
York city with Capt. Young, then chief of De-
tective Police. Any information may be for-
warded to the Cashier of Charleston Branch.
HEZEKIAH COLDWELL left the Boarding House
of John Francis, No. 186 Eastern avenue, for his
vessel, lying near J. C. Mahoney's Oyster Factory,
on Thursday night, about ten o'clock, on the 18th of
January, and has not been heard of since. Any information
given of him to JOHN FRANCIS, or at
Dr. ERICH'S OFFICE, corner of Broadway and
Gough street, will be amply rewarded by his parent,
EZEKIEL COLDWELL. He is of light copper color,
five feet ten or eleven inches high, and long bushy
hair. fe3-5t*§
His name was Anthony Oats; he
left me on Big Bear Creek, at
David Oats' place. It was about
the last of August when he left
m[e]. The last I heard of him he
went to Huntsville, Alabama. His
father's name was Phelix Oats. We
all belonged to David Oats. My
son had one brother by the name
of George Washington, who died;
his oldest sister was named Roset-
ta, next one Joanna, third Martha
Ann. Mary Jane was the baby.
[Undecipherable] the baby Mary Jane
himself, after me. My name then
was Jane Oats. My name is
changed now to Jane Friarson.
The last word he said to me was to
come North and he would try and
find me and his sisters and brother.
Jane Friarson.
Elgin, Illinois.
HOUSTON, March 14 '77.
Mr. Editor. Robert Stanfield
wants to know of the present home
and welfare of his brother Bry
Majors, and his nephew Joshua
Majors. When last heard of they
were in New Orleans. This was two
or three years ago.
And Mrs. Amy Stanfield wants
to hear of her sister, named Laura
Stanfield daughter of Jerry and Mary
Stanfield. She was in Memphis
when last heard of.
Any information about the above
will be thankfully received. Send
it care of Rev. Brookman, Hempsted,
Texas.
Houston, March 6, '77.
I desire to know the whereabouts
of my mother and sisters. The
names of my sisters are Fannie
Baker, Ann Eliza Baker and Louisa
Baker. My mother was named
Fannie Baker. My name was formerly
Phillis Baker. I am now married,
and my name is Mrs. Jane
Dawson. Direct letters care of
Rev. J. F. Cozier, Houston, Texas.
JANE DAWSON.
HOUSTON, March 6,'77.
I want to find my brothers and
sisters. I came to Texas with Gen.
Burger. My brother's name was
Henry, and sisters' names were
Mary, Susan and Sallie. Send letters
in care of Rev. J.F. Cozier,
Houston, Texas. It is three years
since Christ washed away my sins,
and I want to see my brothers and
sisters before I die.
JOHN PHILLIP.
Hunting For His Brother.
FRANKLIN, O.-- Rev. L. Gray and
wife are in Dayton.--Miss Elizabeth
Scott of Xenia, is here.-- Miss Lena
Ferguson is in Springsboro.--Mrs.
Thomas is ill.--Mrs. Anna Curry is
convalescent.--Rev. Seymour preached Sunday.--Miss Ollie Thomas is visit-
ing [visiting] in Lockland.--Richard Tillman
Gooden, of this place, formerly a slave
living near Charleston, Penard County,
Miss. desires to inquire for his brothers,
Louis Wylie, James, Neal and Ned
Gooden. Any information will be
thankfully received if sent to him. Box
256.
Hunting for Relatives.
Mrs. Jackson desires to know the
whereabouts of her sisters and brothers;
Margaret, Barbery and Rebecca Gilbert.
Messrs. Thomas and William Gilbert,
Miss Anna Gilbert, married a Lewis
Jackson Address 72 Parkman street,
Cleveland, O.
HUNTING HER CHILD.
A Former Slave Still in Search of Her
Lost Daughter.
New York, Oct. 1. - For thirty three years
Mrs. Clara Bashop of Morristown, N. J., has
been searching for her lost daughter, and she
is searching still. Tears have often flowed
over the woes of Uncle Tom, but her story is
sadder and more pathetic than the one Mrs.
Stowe so feelingly told. Mrs. Bashop is tall
and slender, and her sad face shows the re-
finement which the colored women in the
aristocratic old families of the South so often
possessed. At the Colbath House, in Morris-
town, she is in charge of one of
the most important departments. Mrs.
Bashop belonged to Dick Christian, a
wealthy country gentlemen who lived near
Charles City Court-house, Va. Mr. Christian
became involved in debt and his slaves
were placed on the block. Among them were
Mrs. Bashop and her 12-year-old daughter
Patience. "She was a bright little girl,"
said Mrs. Bashop yesterday, "and when we
were taken into the market-place to be sold I
prayed that wherever we might go we would
go together." But her wish was not to be
fulfilled. She was sold first and Ben Davis, a
professional negro trader, bought her. The
little girl was sold to a stranger. Mrs. Bashop
fell on her knees before Davis and
implored him to buy her daughter from
the stranger. Though hardened by the con-
stant sight of such scenes, Davis' heart was
touched by the agony of the mother. He
went to the stranger and offered to buy the
little girl but the latter refused to sell
her and went away a few hours later
with his purchase. Mrs. Bashop has never
seen her daughter since but her own history
since then shows how faithful is a mother's
heart even though it beats in the humble bosom of a slave. Mrs. Bashop was carried to Charlestown, S.C., and sold again.
That was in 1859, and already the rumblings of the coming war were heard. Slaves changed masters rapidly then, and Mrs. Bashop was sold from one to another, passing into Alabama and Mississippi, being owned at Carrollton in the latter state when emancipation came. But during all her involuntary wanderings she had no thought but of her lost daughter, Patience. She begged each master to write back to Charles City Court-house, Va., and endeavor to discover something of her. Some complied, others did not, but no news ever came of the missing girl. When she was free Mrs. Bashop began the search on her own account. For a long time she could not away from Mississippi. She could earn but little money; not enough to take her back to Virginia, where her daughter had been sold, but she wrote letters and friends wrote others for her.
At last she saved money enough to reach Virginia, but the visit increased only her sorrow. Her former master was dead and the war had swept away old landmarks and old recollections. No one knew anything of her daughter, she could not learn the name of the man who bought her, but the mother's heart was faithful still. She sewed and she cooked and she did housework. She denied herself to save money for her search. She traveled through Virginia and she went through Kentucky. She visited South Carolina and the far South, and everywhere she hunted for her daughter. She put advertisements in the papers; she paid the colored preachers to state the case in their churches before their congregations, in order that one person might tell the story to another, and thus spread it through the country, but still no news came of the lost girl. [undecipherable sentence]
[undecipherable] why not? Did you ever see a mouth that resembled an oyster more than hers?"
might have came to the North after the war and she renewed her search in New York. She found a home here and for many months she hunted through the great city. She repeated her advertisements in the newspapers and she asked the colored preachers here as she had in the South to help her and still no news came of the lost girl. Though twenty years had now gone the mother was as faithful to her child's memory as ever and searched for her as eagerly and as patiently as she did when first she was free. Finally she settled at Morristown and has for many years been employed at the Colbath House There she intends to remain, but she is still searching for the lost girl.
I
I am anxious to know the whereabouts of
my uncle Wiilis Staten. The last I heard from
him, (four years ago) he was living at, or near
Minshall, Ind. His oldest daughter, Alice
Verta, prior to them, had been living at Craw-
fordsville [Crawfordsville], Ind. About the time mentioned
above, she wrote to me, that her mother, (aunt
Harriette, wife of Willis Staten) had deceased,
and she had gone to her father's to stay, I
have written many letters to them,at Minshall,
Ind., and at Crawfordsville, Ind., since that
date, but have not, as yet, heard anything from
them. Any one knowing their where abouts
will confer a great favor, by informing Simon
P. Randolph, Jr., Steeles store, Brazos county,
Texas.
I am in search of relatives from whom I was
separated in slavery. I went from the state of
Alabama, Barby county. My owners at that
time were Sharpes, Bammers and Franks. My
father's name was Jack Ephron, my brothers'
and sisters' names were Harriet Ephron, Nick
Ephron, John Green and Carr Green; my moth-
er [mother] s name was Mary Ephron. My father be-
longed [belonged] to the Sharps. I was taken from Ala-
bama [Alabama] and carried to Dykesville, La. Any in-
formation [information] concerning the above will be cheer-
fully [cheerfully] received by Mariah Abbamier, Dykesville
P.O., La.
I am searching for my mother,
whose name is Mary Hall. In 1859
she belonged to Bill Lawson, in
Wharton county; he sold her to a
cousin of his, whose name I think
was also Lawson, and that he lived
near Powderhorn, Texas. My name
was formerly, Henry Hall, I had a
sister named Caroline. Address,
Henry Wharton, San Filipe, Texas.
I am the son of Thomas Jackson, who immigrated
to Liberia from Baltimore about 1830.
My father is said to have had a sister by the
name of Lydia Jackson, who remained in
Baltimore. He also had a son, Plato Jackson by
name, who went to Ohio, or some other place in
the West. I shall be glad to hear of the where-
abouts of any of these people or their descendants.
Any information concerning the same
will be cheerfully received by John P. Jackson,
care of The Weekly Record, Bread Fruit Lane,
Lagos, West Africa.
I am very desirous of finding the whereabouts
of Luvenia and Francis Harrard, owned by
Dr. Joe Trint before the war. Their father's
name was Joe Harrard; mother's name, Maria
Harrard. Their brothers' names were Braxton,
Isom, Robert and Washington Harrard. I,
Washington Harrard, am very anxious to find
my lost sisters. They were sold in Richmond,
Va. Any information relative to them will be
thankfully received. Address, Washington
Harrard, Dawson, Ga.
I ask for information concerning
my relatives. I was sold from them
two or three years before the war,
leaving them at San Augstine,
Texas. My father then belonged to
Mr. Gambler. His name was Isham,
my mother's name was Zamy.
The other children were named
Harriet, Mary, Stewart, Elizabeth,
Willis, Humphry. My father was
a Missionary Baptist preacher.
Address, Ann Starling, Dallas, Texas.
I ask information concerning my
father, mother and brother, who
formerly belonged to Mr. Marion
Andrews of New Orleans. Their
names are Adam, Fanny and
Henry. Address Harriett Preston,
care W.W. Cochrane, Hempstead,
Texas.
I desire information concerning
Aggie Venable, whose mother was
Eliza Venable. She formerly beloned
to Mrs. Nancy Walker, of
Belton, Texas, but was sold to
Mr. Ballinger, who took her to
Houston, since which we have not
heard of her. Address Thad.
Sims, care Rev. A.M. Greogory,
Waco, Texas.
I desire information concerning
my father and brother, Charley and
Wiley Bryant, who belonged to
Joseph Bryantin, Smith Co., Texas.
The last word I had from them was
during the war. I formerly lived in
Louisiana and was called Ephraim
Applewhite. Address Ephraim
Jones, care of Rev. E.E. Cooper,
Biegel, Fayette Co., Texas.
I desire information concerning
my father, Sam Morgan. I was
separated from him in 1861, leaving
him in Richmond, Virginia. Address
Peter Morgan, Millican, Texas.
I desire information concerning
my kindred. My mother was named
Rebecca, two brothers named Daniel
and Luke, and a sister named
Nelly. They lived in Alabama,
then in Georgia for eleven years,
then they were taken to Louisiana by
Dr. George Maddox, and they had
that name, Maddox. I have
heard that one of my brothers
was afterward on Red River known
as Luke Wilson. I will be thankful
for any information concerning
them. Address,
Rev. WALTER MADDOX.
Shuqualak, Miss.
I desire information concerning
my kindred. Our family belonged
to Mr. John C. Paine, in Louisiana.
My father's name was Randall and
my mother's Celia. I had four brothers,
Levi, William, Leonard and
Warren; one sister named Elvira,
but usually called Puss, and one
named Hannah. The family had
the name of Paine, but since they
were free may have changed it. I
was separated from the family in
1857, when I was five years old,
being brought to Texas by my young
mistress whose name was Florida,
and who had married a Mr. John
Baily.
Address, care Rev. Paul Douglass,
Galveston, Texas, Sarah Williams,
(formerly Sarah Bailey).
I desire information concerning
my relatives. In 1856 they were
living in north Mississippi, between
Cockrum's Cross Roads and Holly
Springs, with John and Jabe Anderson.
Some of their names were Elijah,
Squire, Maria, Milly and Morton.
Before I was free I was called Jacob
Cockrum. Address me, care of Mr.
D. C. Pennell, Stockdale, Texas.
JACOB PIERSON.
I desire information concerning
my son, Jerry Able. We formerly
belonged to Robert Able, Red Mill
City, Kentucky. I was sold to Bill
Matney, a negro trader, about 18
years ago. My name now is Rosean
Letcher. Address me, care of Rev.
A. M. Gregory, Waco, Texas.
I desire information concerning
my son, Thomas Johnson, who formerly
belonged to Phillip Johnson
of Clarksville, Tennessee. Address
me at Galesville, Coryell, Co., Texas.
JERRY HARRISON
I desire information concerning
my two brothers, Edward and
Rufus Williams. We all formerly
belonged to a widow lady named
Gritley, in Madison connty, Miss.
But when I was brought from
there in 1863, by Mr. Foster, my
brothers belonged to Dr. Balfour.
I was then Josey Williams.
Addrsss Josey Stamps, Calvert,
Robertson county Texas, care Rev.
Alex. Campbell.
I desire information concerning my mother's
aunt, whose name was Lucinda Moore. Her
home was in Pittsburgh, Pa My grand mother,
her siste-in-law [sister], whose original name was
Mrs. Mary Hill, has not heard from her since
before the war. Her brother, George Hill,
died about six years before the war, aboard a steamer
enroute from St. Louis to New Orleans. His
daughter, my mother, now dead, whose name
was then Georgiana Hill, was about a year old
at the time of his death. Any information of
her whereabouts will be thankfully received by
Tenie L. Robinson, St. Joseph, Mo.
I desire information concerning my sister,
whose original name was Emeline Vance. She
was sold from St. Joseph, Mo., a year before
the war, by Henry Maxwell. Think she went
to Texas. She formerly belonged to the Cummin's,
of Louisville, Ky At the time of the
selling she had two sisters, myself, formerly
Matilda Vance, and Mrs. Mary Hill, who lived
in Randolph county, Mo., and two brothers,
William Vance and Jefferson Vance. We were
all raised in St. Louis, Mo., where William
Vance died. Anyone giving the desired
information will be duly rewarded by Mrs Matild
Richardson, Elwood, Doniphan Co., Kan.
I desire information concerning Nettie
Davis, my sister, last heard from about two
years ago, she was living in Jersey City
Heights with her father, Thomas Davis. She
is 18 years of age. Any information concerning
her will be cheerfully received by Mrs. Francis
Revey; Fair Haven New York.
I desire information concerning the follow-
ing [following] persons: Mrs. Phoebe Holman, my mother,
left North Carolina with Balsey Person's white
owners; My sister's name was Caroline Hol-
[Holman]; my brother's name is James Holman.
They were in West Tennessee when last heard
of. Any information will be gratefully receiv-
ed [received] by Mrs. Rachel Richardson, formerly Hol-
man [Holman], 113 Paris street Dallas, Texas.
I desire information of my brother,
Jerry Moreland, who belonged to a
family named Moreland in Middle
Tennessee. Address Mrs. Jeannette
Moore, care of J. D. Moore, Lewis-
ville, Arkansas.
I desire information of my brother,
Sam Kennedy. We belonged with
our mother, who was named Eliza,
to Wm. Kennedy, in Jasper Co.,
Miss. My brother left us one Sunday
night in Feb. 1863. Address
H.L. Kennedy, Paulding Miss.
I desire information of my only
brother, named Edmond, or of any
of his family. He belonged to a
Mrs. Fox, ten miles from Panola,
Mississippi, and the last time I saw
him was at that place in 1854. Our
father was Benjamin Morris, and
our mother was Fanny. Address
B. F. Williams, East Barnard, Gaston
county, Texas.
I desire information of my sisters,
Lucy Mosby, Millie Lafayette, and
Fannie Lafayette. I left them
about fourteen years ago in the
family of Mosby in Richmond,
Virginia. Address Eliza Mosby,
Natchitoches, Louisiana, care Rev.
Reese Thompson.
I desire to find if any of my peo
ple [people] still live. I am now 51, and
was about 12 years of age when I
left them. I lived in Pendle county,
Va., the slave of John McClure,
and was sold to a Mr. McDowell.
with my uncle James Gilmore.
About the same time my mother
was sold South, but I don't know
where. Her name was Hannah
There was also Julius, Mary, Vina,
uncle Samuel and George, aunt
Jane and brother George McClure
I am now called Virginia Coaston.
I heard that some of my people
were in Marietta, Ohio, and a
brother in Mount Pleasant, West
moreland [Westmoreland] county, Pa. Also an
uncle at Dock Hill, P. O. , High-
land [Highland] county, Va. Address Vir
ginia [Virginia] Coaston, Morrow street Sa
vannah [Savannah], Ga.
I desire to find John Calvin and to inquire of him for my mother, Sarah, and my father, Gabriel, who belonged to McCommac. I am also inquiring for my brother, who was sold before the war, and sent to New Orleans, La.; his name was Hiram Calvin. He had a sister named Harriet Calvin and one named Emily Calvin, and Margaret Calvin, and Sarah Calvin. My name is now Sintha Spencer, but used to be Sintha Calvin. Address Sintha Spencer, 1511 Brazos and Cherry street, Austin, Texas.
I desire to find my lost relatives. My mother's
name was Fannie Scott, my sister's name
was Queen Victory Scott, brother's name was
Patience Scott; my name is Eloise Scott. We
were all owned by a man by the name of Samuel
Scott; he lived near Lynchburg, Va., near a
little place called Mays' Grocery. I was bought
by a Negro-trader by the name of Peter Hunter
just before the war. Any information concerning
my relatives will be cheerfully received by
Mrs. E. T. Hill (nee Scott,) 817 Red River street,
Austin, Texas.
I desire to find my mother and sister,
who use to belong to Mr Angelo Steele.
My mother's name was Sarah Steele and
and my sister's, Harriet Steele. I was
carried from Huntsville to Canton, Miss.
during the war and have never seen or
heard from them until my return
to Huntsville, Aug. 20th in search of
them where I learn that my mother
married a man at Bridgeport, Ala., by
the name of Jolly who has since died.
Write me at 1237 Ferrett street New
Orleans, La., where I now live or leave
notice with the Editor of paper and
greatly oblige.
2mo ALVIN STEELE.
I desire to find my mother, Hannah Ragier, who
went to Texas before the war. I saw her last in
Franklyn Co., Alabama, and have not heard from
her since. She belonged to Delit Ragier. I be-
longed to Pinckney Murphy. Address, Mrs. Nan-
cy Perry, Du Quoin, Ill. 1 2-92
I desire to find my sisters Emeline, Octavia and
Rhoda and my brothers John, Henry and James
Leftwich. We belonged to Maj. Tom Leftwich at
Liberty, Bedford Co., Va., before the war when I
last saw them. In about 1855 I was brought to
Mississippi by a speculator and sold to one Abe
Chilcoat with whom I lived until freedom. My
name was France Leftwich when in Virginia.
Address, Mrs. Frances Chilcoat, Sherrill, Ark.
8-13-92
I desire to find my sisters Mary, Frances, Elsie, Martha and my brother Green Woods. We belonged to Adam Woods, Platt Co., Mo., in 1863 when I last saw them. In 1864 he took them to Brunswick, Mo. In 1866 I went to Montana where I have since resided. Address, Henry Woods. care of Mr. E.G, Cole, Helena, Mont. 7-2-92
I desire to find some of my old friends with
whom I lived during slavery. I first belonged
to John Stokley, and was sold to Jefferson
Burnette. Some of those with whom I lived were,
Catherine Burnette, Bob Burnette, Moses
Stokley, and Burk Stokley. My object is. to
secure information concerning my mother. who
lived in North Carolina. Her name was
Rebecca Patten: she belonged to John Patten
who lived in Ashville, N. C. and at one time
owned the Warm Springs, She was married to
a man by the name of "Pad" or Thadeus
Johnson. My name is Charles Webb, but was owned
by Allman, Stokley, and Burnette and always
known as Charles Webb. Any information
given will be gladly received. I am willing to
give a liberal reward to find my mother.
Respectfully,
CHAS. A. WEBB.
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I desire to hear of the whereabout of my two brothers, Richard Pitts and Willis Winbush. The last time I heard of Bro. Richard Pitts he was living near Union Springs, Alabama, with Dr. Pitts. Bro. Willis Winbush lived with Martin Winbush at Montgomery, Alabama. My name is Lovie Rogers. Am living with my daughter, Tibbie Rogers. Address me care of Rev. A.E.P. Albert, this office.
I desire to inquire for my mother. Her name is Louisa, but she was called Lucy; she belonged to Judge James of Galveston, Texas. Her mother name was Rebecca Thomas, she belonged to Seaward Galveston. Her brothers were John, Dennis and Dan, and her sisters Mary and Eliza. They all came from Baltimore to Galveston. She was sold, or taken for debt, when I was very small, and I was left with the white folks. The old lady that took care of me was named Aunt Judy, and I was called Judy too, but since my emancipation my grandmother Rebecca named me after my mother Louisa. I was her only child when she left Galveston. She was taken away by a Mr. Tom Powells, and I think that she was carried to Brownsville, Texas. I will pray the Lord's blessing upon you or any friend that will help me find my dear mother, or inform me of her whereabouts. I am married now and living in Richmond, Texas. My name is Louisa Ewing. I am very anxious indeed to learn something of my mother's whereabouts, if she is living or dead, and if she has any children. Please address Louisa Ewing, Richmond, Fort Bend Co, Texas, in care of Rev. A. O. Culbreath, box 61.
I desire to inquire for my sister;
her name is Margaret Everide. She
went to Algiers, La., about a year
ago, since which time I can hear
nothing of her. Address M. L.
Pritchet, Ripley, Tenn.
I desire to know the whereabouts
of Jordan Grear, colored. Last
heard from in Yazoo county in 1870.
E. J. CLARK,
Carrollton, Carroll Co., Miss.
I desire to know the whereabouts
of Stepney Brown, Susan Collins,
Savannah or Elsie Bates, Joe
Brown, or Samuel Nelson. Their
original home was in Carrol Parish-
before the war, and they belonged
to Mr. Warren Benton. Address
James Brown, Navasota, Texas.
I desire to know the whereabouts of
my nieces, Jennie, Mollie, Lizzie and
Sophie Lawrence. Jennie is about 21
years or thereabout. Her mother, who
was Roxalie Lawrence settled some
where in Louisa Co., Va.
Their father's name was Humbrie
Lawrence, and he was brother to me.
These girls are supposed to have two
uncles, named Lewis and Addison Lev-
el. Any information will be thankfully
received.
Address,
Mrs. ANNA HUNT,
Care George B. Kelly, 1636 6th Ave.
6-17 3t. Troy, N. Y.,
I desire to know the whereabouts of my
mother. Her name is, or was, Rachel Balkam:
she was owned by one Balkam, of Twiggs
county, Ga I saw her last two or three years
before the war in West Macon, Bibbs county,
Ga. ; she then had three children, Hannah,
Allen and Louis. Anyone giving the desired
information will confer a great favor and re-
cieve [receive] my lasting gratitude. Address Lewis
Williams, Searey, Ark.
I detire to inquire through your
valuable paper for my father. I
left him in Marion, Perry county,
Alabama, in 1869. I have not heard
from him since. His name was
Jim Wair, and mother's Anakia
Wair. She died the second year
after we came out here. Sister
Celia is with me. There are only
two girls of us, and we want to
find our father if he is alive. Our
pastors in Alabama will please
read this notice from their pulpits,
and help us find him. Address
Anna Wair, care Rev. J. M. Nevils,
Hernando, Miss.
I enquire for a long lost sister.
She once belonged to Graves, in
Middletown, Missouri, but was sold
to Malby. Our mother was named
Phebe Graves, and we had a sister
Mary. Address Martin Scott,
Hempstead, Texas.
I formerly belonged to a man
named Houston in Newton county,
Georgia, and I was then called Henry
Houston. My wife, Malinda, and
our four children, Lucy, Rena, Josephine
and Henry belonged to Columbus
Henson, who took them from
me and carried them to Texas, to a
place, I heard, somewhere on Cypress
Bayou. I married again
and have children, but would like to
know the whereabouts of my former
family, so that I could aid them if
they needed any assistance. Address
Henry Adams, care Rev. S. E. H.
Morant, Shreveport, La.
I have a letter of inquiry: Sister Green wishes to find her relatives. Elbert Mathis formerly belonged to Nute Freeman, Russell county, Ala. Next brother, named Bill Williams, same, Freeman & Co , third brother, Mose Williams, same as above. The mother of these boys was Mary Freeman; all of Russell county, Ala. The writer of this letter is Julian Green. If you find any of these parties please have them direct their letters to Julian Green, Harlan, Noxobee county, Miss., in care of J. H. Elliot.
I have a mother that I wish to find, and I would like for you to publish it in your paper, and I write to you to learn who I must send the letter to to have it published, and your charges. Would have sent the letter with this inquiry but thought it best to notify you. Hoping to hear from you immediately
JANE KENDRICK.
I have not heard from my mother or father
for eighteen years. I think they are in Nas
sau, West Indies. If the mother and father of
Frank Sweden, or any one knowing of their
where abouts, will address him as below, they
will confer a favor. Address Frank Sweden,
71 Station Road, Forest Gate, near Stratford,
London, England.
I have seven brothers and one
sister. I left them in Granville
county, North Carolina in 1839. We
all belonged to a lawyer named
Abraham Venable. Mother was
named Pinkey and father Joshua.
My brothers were Monroe, Addison,
William, Dock, Alexander and
David Russell, and sister was
named Julia Smiley; she was named
after a northern school teacher. I
married Agnes Channellton, at Mr.
K. D. Channellton's, in 1837. Our
first child was named Pinkey. Then
we moved from Randolph to
Cheatham co., North Carolina. Our
young mistress married Jackson
Gilmore ond carried us there. My
sons are named William Monroe,
Razamus Oglby, and Alvis Cross.
We were then sold to a speculator.
My wife and I left our children in
Moore county, North Carolina, and
went back to Randolph county in
1844, and lived with a man named
Billy Lamfens. There was born of
us sons named Josiah Greenberry
and Dockery Clark; one daught-
er [daughter] named Julia Ana Phancillar;
another son, named Postilla, who
died. We were sold again to a
speculator by the name of Spruce
McCurry, in Lexington, Davidson
county, North Carolina. When the
old white people died the estate
divided and Greenbury, my son, fell
to Mr. Aroy Lawfens, who sold
him to Mr. Jerry Addison, a specu-
lator [speculator], a partner of McCurry; there
was partner with McCurry and Ad-
dison [Addison], named Add March; these
men carried off my son Greenbury
and sold him in Memphis, Tenn.
The last I heard of him he was in
the army and was discharged. My
name was Alfred Venable when I
lived in Granville county, North
Carolina. I now go by the name
Alfred Yancey. Pastors will please
read this to their congregations.
Address Alfred Yancy, Yazoo City,
Miss., or Rev. C. L. Crump, Ben-
ton [Benton], Miss.
I left my father when I was a small boy near Columbia, Avil District, South Carolina, and was brought to Arkansas by James Patterson. My mother's name is Amelia; step-father's was Boson William; mine is Add. Patterson. My father, Evis n Rundells, belonged to Larkin Rundells, who was his father. I am the only son father had at the time I left him. If any one can give any information of father please address me at Marshall, Texas, in care of Rev. James Price.
ADD. PATTERSON
I should like to know the whereabouts of my
father. His name was Louis Dorsey and his
wife's name was Eliza Dorsey. They used to
belong to Dr. Thomas Mattricks in Rappee
Parish, La., near Alexandria. He parted with
his wife and children near the close of the late
war with Gen. Bank's regiment. My grand-
father's [grandfather's] name was John Dorsey; grandmother by
father's side was Anna Dorsey. My grandmother
by father's side was named Nellie Mat-
tricks [Mattricks]. I also had two uncles whose names were
William and John Henry Dorsey, together
with three aunts, whose names were Charlotte
Ann, Mariah, and Celia Dorsey now residing
in Houston. Any information of the where-
abouts [whereabouts] of Louis Dorsey will be gratefully re-
ceived [received] by his anxious daughter, Lillie Bates
710 Saulnier St. Houston, Tex. 5-13
I WANT TO FIND A COMRADE WHO SERVED
in the same regiment in the late war,
with William Bouy, he enlisted in Wash-
ington, D. C., in the summer or fall of 1863
Served in Virginia. Addre-s, John C.
Bender. St. Joseph, Mo., or William Bouy,
No. 175 9 h Ave., Cedar Rapids, Iowa.
I want to find George Hutchinson, owned in
slavery days by John C. Moore. He joined the
standing army in Memphis, Tenn He was a
Baptist preacher. Address Emma Cloud,
Frankfort, Marshall Co., Kansas.
I want to find my brother; his
name is Henry Perkins. We used
to belong to Wm. Perkins, in Car-
roll [Carroll] county, Mo. He sold me to a
Mr. Matlack and he carried me to
Little Rock, Ark. There were three
brothers of us--Henry, George and
Lewis. I was not old enough to
know the sisters names; they were
very small, but I remember there
were three sisters. At the time I
was sold I went by the name of
Ellen Perkins, but my name is now
Ellen Blackburn. Address me at
Bolton, Texas.
I want to find my brothers, whose names are
John, Charles, James and Thomas. We used
to belong to the Braziels family, Davis and E.
F. Braziels, and Misses N. and Emily, who
raised us. We were sold in 1857 to a man by
the name of W. H. Hogan. We lived near a
little town called, Satartia, Yazoo Co., Miss.
Our farm lay near the Yazoo River. Charles
and James were in the late war at Vickburg, in
the U.S. troops. I do not know the name of
the regiment, except that they were under men
from the state of Massachusetts. I wish to hear
concerning my brothers whether alive or
dead, also information concerning Pleasant
Miller and Green Braziels. Our father and
mother are dead. Address David Turner,
Madison, Ind.
I want to find my father and
sister. My father's name was
George, and we belonged to Jack
Dalson, My sister's name was Eme
line, she belonged to William Searcy,
and they both lived in Rutherford
Co., Tennessee. Address, Susan
Primm, care of Rev. H. Primm,
Centenary Chapel, South St. Memphis,
Tenn.
I want to find my long lost
children. They belonged to Pinkeney
Frierson, in Alabama. I had
two sons named John Calvin
and Joshua, and a daughter, named
Winnie. Their mother's name was
Annie. I was then called Caesar
Dent. Address
Rev. C. King, Oakland, Texas
I want to now the whereabouts of
my mother and father. My father's
name was Jessie Simms, my mother's
name was Nancy Shelton. She belonged
to a man named Walter Shelton and
lived in Hanover county, Va. She was
carried from Louisa county, Va. and
lived close to Richmond with Edward
Shelton. Soon after that she was sold
in Richmond, Va. and bought by Walter
Shelton and carried back to Hanover
county. I was sold at the same time
to a man named Ledbetter, during the
war. Since than I have known nothing
of my people. I have four sisters; Lucy,
Millie, Jennie and Louise Shelton. I
had one brother, George Shelton. Any
information will be gladly received.
Address MATHIE KING
Kernersville, Forsyth county, N. C.
I was bron in Wilmington, N.C.
I belonged to John Stanley. I was
sold and two children to a Negro
trader by the name of Davis. He
brought me and children to Peters-
burg [Petersburg], Va. I left my husband in
Wilmington; some called him Peter
Picket and some Peter Stanley; he
belonged to the Pickets, who lived
in Dupelin county. My father had
three children, and I am the oldest.
I had one sister and a brother; my
sister's name was Mary and brother
Wright. I had one aunt by the
name of Peggie, who lived in
Dupelin county. J.A.W. Moore,
P.C, No. 21 Linden Street, Mem-
phis [Memphis], Tenn.
I was raised by Jesse Yates, at
Mount Sterling, Kentucky. I had
five brothers, John, Richard, Larkin,
Taylor and Martin, and three
sisters, Martha, Lelah and Ellen.
Our father was called Tom and our
mother, Phillis. Most of the family
belonged to Mr. Thomas, and had
that name. Three of us were carried
to Missouri by Jesse Yates,
where I was sold to a speculator
named Clark. Address, Henry
Thomas, Austin, Texas, Care Rev.
C .L. Madison.
I will be most thankful for information
concerning my daughter,
Laura Luckett. We belonged to
Nolen M. Luckett, who brought us
from Mississippi to Texas in 1839.
In 1843 she was sold to Gen'l. Mayfield
and was afterward sold to
Trobridge Ward, of Matagorda Co.,
since which time I have heard
nothing of her. When brought to
Texas she was twelve years old.
Address, Rosa Luckett, in care of
REV. C. L. MADISON,
Austin, Texas.
I will be most thankful for information
concerning my two sisters,
Phillis and Letitia (called
Tishia). Our mother is named
Kitty, and formerly belonged to
Billy Carter, at Big Springs, Wilson
Co., Tenn. My sisters were
sold to a slave trader named Pat.
Anderson, and we afterwards heard
that he sold Phillis fifteen miles below
New Orleans; this was the
last word we had concerning them.
Address, Mrs. Martha Smith, care
Rev. Jos. Smith, Lebanon, Tenn.
I will be thankful for information
concerning my wife, named Matilda,
and daughter named Sally. They
belonged to Bob. McCallop, in Alabama.
On the approach of the
Federal forces he left with them
saying he was going to Texas, and
I have never been able to get any
word from them since. Address,
Squire Norman, care of St. Paul's
Church, Shreveport, La.
I will be very thankful for any
information concerning my relations.
I was raised in Middle Tennessee,
in the family of Judge Humphries.
My father and mother were named
Jerry and Caroline Pennwright. I
had a brother named Jerry and a
sister named Maria. My name was
then Lucy Pennwright. My mother
died when I was five years old, and
I was separated from my father
when I was seven, and from the rest
of the family shortly after. I am
now forty-seven. I heard that my
father is a Baptist minister and that
at one time he was in New Orleans.
Address Lucinda Harrison, care of
Rev. S. E. H. Morant, Sereveport,
La.
I wish information concerning
any of my relative, from whom I
was sold in Northampton county,
Virginia, in 1843, when I was
twelve years old. I belonged to
Mrs. Nancy Jones and my sister
Eddie belonged to Mrs. Wilson, our
father, Hillary Wilson, was a sailor.
We had an uncle Peter, who had a
daughter named Caroline, and our
grandmother was Nancy Williams.
Address, Maria Caldwell, care of
W. H. McCarver, Marshall, Texas.
I wish information concerning my
relatives. My father's name was
York Heslup, and he belonged to
William Heslup, in Ashley county,
Arkansas. In 1856, a son of William
Heslup took father to Burleson
county, Texas. I have heard that
in that State he was called York
Price. I had a brother named Benjamin,
and sisters named Amanda,
Clarissa, Silvia and Martha Jane, I
shall be thankful for any word
concerning them. Address, H. Heslup,
Durant, Miss.
I wish information of a sister
named Carrie Carr, from whom I
was separated near the close of the
war, at Jefferson, Texas. My name
was then Frances Rice. I once
heard that my sister was married
to John Jonifiends. The third finger
on her right hand is crippled.
Address Frances Johnson, care of
Rev. S. E. H. Morant, Shreveport,
Louisiana.
I wish information of any members
of my family. They belonged
to Seaborn Jackson, of Noxubee
county, Mississippi, and had the
family name of Jackson. My father
was named Charles and my mother
Hatty, and my brothers and sisters
James, Green, John and Julia.
Address Isaiah Coalman, care of
Rev. Alex. Martin, Allain, West
Baton Rogue parish, La.
I wish information of Bonaparte
Pugh, who formerly belonged to
Stephen Davis, Warrenton, North
Carolina. His parents were Daniel
and Nancy Pugh, and his brothers
Peter, Bill and Washington. We
heard at one time that he was in
New Orleans. Address D. D. Pugh,
care Rev. D. A. Williams, Grenanda,
Miss.
I wish information of my two
brothers, who formerly belonged to
Major Maulding. Brother Augustus
was taken away from Marshall,
Texas by Jack Maybree. Thomas
was sold to Captain Earie, in Bowie
county, on Red River. Address
Martha Lott, Perdido, Goliad county,
Texas.
I wish to enquire concerning my
brothers, Joe and Sam and my sister
Maria. Joe belonged to a Mr. Peacock.
The others of us belonged to
John B. Bostic, who brought us from
Baltimore to Houston, Texas, where
I was sold first to John Shackleford
and then to Mr. Craft. Our father
was Perry Wilmer, a free man, and
our mother was named Minty. Ad
dress me, care of Rev. C. L. Madison,
Austin, Texas
PERRY WILMER.
I wish to enquire concerning my
two brothers, Allen and Marion,
who were carried from Baton Rouge
during the war. I was told that
Allen was brought to Texas by
Mr. Morgan. Marion, who formerly
belonged to Henry Lusk, was taken
to Virginia, by a Mr. Smith. I formerly
belonged to Mrs. Mary Allen.
My mother's name was Eliza Lusk,
and I had two sisters, Ellen and
Charlotte. Information concerning
my kindred will be most thank-
fully received. Direct letters in
care of Rev. P. Douglass, Galveston,
Texas.
MRS. ANGELINE HUMES.
I wish to find my brother, Louis
Bradford, from whom I was separated
in 1862. Our mother was
named Sarah, and belonged to
Thomas Bradford, in Mississippi.
Address Jackson Bradford, Springfield,
Tennessee.
I wish to find my children; their
family name was Bryant, and their
given names was Mary, George and
Allen. They lived near the lead
mines in Washington county,
Missouri. Address, Mrs. Mary
Herbert, care of Rev. N. Caswell,
Lockhart, Texas.
I wish to find my people. Anna
Roberts is my mother; father was
named Harry Warf; grandfather,
Ned Warf; brother, James Robert.
Address Harriet Atkison, New-
castle [Newcastle], Henry county, Indiana. I
lived in Clinton, North Carolina.
I wish to find my people. My
father was called Dick, and my
mother Jenny. I had five sisters.
We belonged to Mr. Holmes, in
South Carolina. He sold me to
Jacob Wyrick at the same time
that he sold mother to a Mr. Davis,
and I have since had no word from
any member of the the family.
Address, Sarah Wyrick, Magnolia,
Columbia county, Arkansas.
I wish to find my sisters, Lucy
and Hannah. When I was parted
from them they belonged to Roll
Harris, in North Carolina. My
name is Henry, I was the youngest
of the family. I had a brother
named Jacob. Our mother was
named Elizabeth Steede; our father
was named Hubert Davis. He ran
away from slavery in 1852 to some
land of freedom. Hannah, the
elder of my sisters, if living, I think
is now about 26. I will pay twenty
dollars for any information that will
enable me to find them. Address,
H. L. Davis, county Treasurer of
Waller county, Hempstead, Texas.
I wish to find the whereabouts of my brother, James S. Murray, when last heard from he was in Seattle, Washington, which was about two years ago. Any information will be thankfully received address, Mrs. Emma Lewis, 6030 Halsted st., Englewood, Chicago, Illinois. 1-16-92
I wish to find where Frances McConeco is. She was carried by slave traders from Franklin Tenn., between fifteen and eighteen years ago. She is brown skinned. She married a man named Armstrong in Vicksburg, Miss. Nothing has been heard from him since the yellow fever was epidemic there. She belonged to the Baptist Church. Send information to Alfred or Mary Bowman, Clark Chapel, L.M. Haygood pastor, Nashville, Tenn.
I WISH to get the name and postoffice ad-
dress of any officer or man of Company E,
135th Regiment colored troops. Any person
who served with that company will confer a
favor on an old fellow soldier who is trying to
get a pension, by sending the information
asked for to HENRY SAFFOLD (colored), Pen-
field, Ga.
I wish to inquire about my father,
mother and sisters. Father's name
was Robert Brown ; mother's Anna
Richards ; sisters' Maria and Mary,
and a brother, Silas. I was sold
from Cumberland Co., Va., three
miles from Jamestown. I lived at
Rain's Tavern. I belonged to the
widow Ferguson. Sister Mary
belonged to Warner Price, and was
taken by James Bartley to White
Co., Tenn. I was formerly called
Nancy Ferguson. Address me at
Hillsboro., Coffee Co., Tenn., in care
of J. F. Summerhill.
NANCY SMITH.
I wish to inquire for my brother, Jefferson Pitman. He left Madison county in the first part of the year 1883, and we have not heard from him since. His mother's name was Eliza Pitman, and he had two sisters whose names were Diana Simmons and Leaner Pitman, and two brothers, Jerry and Andrew. We would like to find him if possible. Any information concerning his whereabonts, or what has become of him, will be gladly received by his family. Address Jerry M. Pitman, Houma, La.
I wish to inquire for my brother-
in-law. His name is Freeman Hart.
He left home in 1865, and we have
not heard from him since 1866; he
was then in Algiers, La. His home
is in Montgomery county, Texas.
His first owner was Mr. Joe Perry,
and at his death Freeman and all
of the family fell to John Hart. His
father was named Green and his
mother Tempy Hart. Mamma is
Sallie Hart, and Uncle is named
Hamp Davis. There is Bettie,
Margaret and Mary Wirty, Mollie
Young, Gosset Washington. If he
reads this and will come home he
will be well received by,
REV. C. M. MOORE.
I wish to inquire for my brother;
he left Alabama in 1883, and came
to Anerdine, Miss., and I have not
heard from him since. His name
was Enoch Wyatt; there were five
children of us, 2 boys and 3 girls.
The oldest sister was named Louisa
Caure, next Gilleay Baron; I am
the oldest brother, my name is Eli
Wyatt; the youngest sister was
named Rebecca Boyd. My mas-
ter's [master's] name was Frankie Wyatt, and
my father was named Daniel. Our
mother is dead. Address Rev E.
L. Wyatt, Parkers, Miss.
I wish to inquire for my brother; his name is J. V. Willis, better known as Jim Willis. I have not seen him since December, 1885. When last heard of he was in Nashville, Tenn. Any information concerning him will be gladly received. Please address me, Miss Sue T. Willis, Litchfield, Ky.
I wish to inquire for my children,
who belonged to Mr. Daniel
McMillar, in Robinson county, North
Carolina. I was sold during the
war to a Mr. Thomas Ford, who
lived near Jackson, Miss. My
children's names are Pollie,
Charlotte, Edward, Wesley, Jordan,
Taylor and Jessee McMillar.
Address Patsey McMillar, Jackson,
Miss.
I wish to inquire for my father and sister. I was separated for five or six years before the outbreak of the war. My father's wife's name was Winnie Massie. Then Mr. Massie's daughter married J. R. White, who brought us to Easton, Sabine county, Texas. My mother had four girls and one boy. I am the oldest girl, that was brought to Texas. My name is Amanda White I have two sisters that came to Texas with me, Malinda White and Laura White, and one brother by the name of Morris White. When I left my father his name was John Williams. My sister's name was Jane Wallis. This was in Pike county, Miss. Since that time I have married a man by the name of Sam. Adams Any information will be gladly received. Address, Mrs. Amanda Adams, Tyler, Texas.
I wish to inquire for my mother's two brothers, whom she left in Anderson, South Carolina. They all belonged to a man named Sam Smith. My mother was sold to a speculator who carried her to Augusta, Ga.; his name was Henson. From there she was sold and brought to, Texas, where she is now. Her brothers were named William and Richard. She also had a sister whose name was Liz.zie Raymond, having been married to a man named Raymond. Her name is Harriet Allen at this time. Address any information to Henry Smith, Berlin, Washington county, Texas.
I wish to inquire for my mother, Elizabeth Grirson, who belonged to Morton Grirson, in Yalobusha county, Miss., where I left her. I was sold, and brought to Texas by a Mr. Baker. Maria Williams, brother Nelson and sisters Sophy and Milly belonged to the same owner in Mississippi. I am the son of Maria and Charles Stevens. Address me at Flatonia, Texas.
J.B. Baker.
I wish to inquire for my people
through your paper. I left my
father in McGavelia county, Va.,
near Richmond. His name was
Frederick Pryor. My mother's
name was Betsey Pryor. I had a
sister named Edward. I do not re-
member [remember] who my brother was sold
to. I was sold to a man named
James Makel, in 1834, and he
brought me out here with him to
Austin, Texas. Any information
concerning my relatives will be
gladly received by me. Address
Frederick Pryor, care of S. Smith,
Austin, Texas.
I wish to inquire for my people
who lived east of Vicksburg, Miss.,
about the second or third year of
the war. I was then six or seven
years of age, and was taken from
home by some Southern soldiers
who brought me to Texas, and I
was sold three times. When I was
taken the soldier drew a gun on my
step-father and made him put me
up on a horse behind one of them.
The last I saw of mother she was
standing on the gallery crying. It
is now about 22 years since I saw
any of my people. My step-father's
name was Benton Holmes, my
mother's name Lettie Holmes, and
my brother's name Dick Holmes.
My name was then Truman Holmes,
but is now John Holmes. We all
belonged to a man called Captain
Holmes. If any of my relatives or
any one who knows them read this
notice I would like them to write
me where they are, and whether
living or dead. Will the preachers
please read this to the congrega-
tions [congregations] and assist me in the matter?
My address is John Homes, Jeffer-
son [Jefferson], Texas, care of J.P. Smith.
A Husband's Greatest Blessing
I wish to inquire for my relatives. My mother's name was Matilda Burton; she was sold to Mina Stephen, near Newnan, Georgia, during the war. She married a man by the name of Peter Fauars. The last I heard from them, they had moved to Mississippi. Any information concerning them may be sent to George Mickle, Handley, Texas.
I wish to inquire for my son 12
years of age, who left home in Au-
gust. His name is Robert Henry
Palmer. My name is Robert
Palmer, pastor of the Methodist
Episcopal Church in Paris, Henry
county, Tennessee, where I may be
addressed. When I last saw him,
he said he was going to his uncle's
in Memphis. Any one sending me
information that will lead to his
recovery will be liberally rewarded.
I wish to inquire for my son,
Munroe McAdoy. He was 15 years
old when I saw him last, in 1865,
at Rock Point; he went off with the
soldiers that year. He is some
where in this country, I have no
idea where. My name is Caroline
McAdoy, and I am now living at
Rock Point, Attala county, Miss.
Please address Caroline McAdoy,
West Station, Miss.
I wish to inquire for my son. His name is Jack Graves. I have not heard from him for six years. Any information of him would be thankfully received by his mother.. When last heard from he was in Henderson, Ky. Address Mrs. Martha Graves, Eddyville, Ky.
I wish to inquire for my wife's
son. He left West Point with Dr.
Reiley, and went to Meridian, Tex-
as; but the last time we heard from
him Dr. Reiley had moved to Grape
Vine, Texas, and the last time he
wrote they were at that place. His
name is Willie Davison. I have
not heard from him in nine months.
Any information concerning him
will be gladly received. Address
T. C. Morgan, care of Rev. R. Snell,
West Point, Miss.
I wish to inquire through the columns of your paper for my relatives. Mother was named Susan Haywood, who lived in Jackson, Miss. Had sisters by the name of Harriet, Jane, Hagar and Fanny. We were brought to Texas before the war. Had 4 brothers, named Edmond, Harrison, Andrew and Andrews, who were both drowned. I then went by the name of Minerva Haywood, which was the name of my owner; my name is now Minerva Williams. Any information leading to the whereabouts of any of the persons herein named will be thankfully received. Address Mrs. M. Williams, 29th street M. 1/2, Galveston Texas.
I wish to inquire through your
paper for my two aunts, who lived
in Atlanta, Ga. I heard from them
once since Christmas, but not
knowing the number of the street
they lived on, or any one to direct
in care of, they don't get my let-
ters. Now if any of your readers
know anything of them they will
confer a favor by notifying them
that I am anxious to hear from
them. Their names are Mary War-
ren and Martha Gordon. Address
me, F. A. Shumpert, lock box 278,
Columbus, Miss.
I wish to inquire through your paper for my mother. Her name is Precilla Bugg. Her husband's name was Luke Bugg; he got drowned in Cohoba River in Alabama. The last time I saw her was in 1845. I was sold from her at that time, at Greenburro, Ala. She had two children; their names were Luke and Amanda. Thomas Childress bought my mother and the two children. The last I heard of them was in 1851, they were in Texas at that time. I most humbly ask the pastors of the conference to read this to their congregations wherever this paper is circulated. Any information leading to them will be thankfully received. Address, Ned Wisinger, Refuge, Miss., Washington, Co.
I wish to know concerning my
father and mother. They lived in
Tennessee. Father belonged to a
Mrs. Cook and was called Allen
Cook. Mother's name was Lydia
Brinker and she belonged to Dr.
James Charlson. Address, James
Cook, in care of Rev. G. W. Town-
send, Boerne, Kendall Co., Texas.
I wish to know the whereabouts of my
brothers and sisters. I was sold from them in
Virginia. My father's name was David Allen.
My mother's name was Easte , and belonged to
a man by the name of Blair; my oldest brother
was named Joseph A. Blair. Sister Caroline
died when I was in Missouri. There were also
sister Mary, brother William and brother Charley
Blair. I was sold when I was 8 years old;
I was sold to a man named Winslow. My
brother Sampson was sold to the same man I
was. He died in Missouri. My name was
Minnie Blair; my name now is Minnie Williams.
I am anxious to find my lost sisters and
brothers once more in this life. Address Minnie
Wiliams, Sprinkle, Travis county, Texas.
I wish to learn something of my sister, whom
I have not seen since 1863. We parted at a hotel
in Leavenworth, Kansas. Her name at that
time was Mary Kirk. Our mother's name was
Sarah and father's name was Frederick. My
name at that time was Mahala Jones. Any infor-
mation concerning her will be gladly received
by her sister, Mahala Johnson, No. 711 South
Twenty-third street, St. Louis, Mo.
I wish to learn the whereabouts
of my cousin, Randal Allen. He
was owned by Washington Allen
of Georgia, brought to Alabama
before the war, and since moved to
Louisiana. Please address me at
Holly Springs, Miss., care Rev. J.
M. Shumpert. MATILDA ALLEN.
I wish to learn the whereabouts of
my mother, brothers and sisters. My
mother's name is Silva Juge, my sisters'
Rosetta and Panky, and brothers'
William and Henry. They were
owned by Hilyet Juge of Alabama,
and taken to Texas during the war
by Sam Brooks. I have two aunts,
named Harriet and Dorcas. Please
address me at Greenwood, Miss.
JOSHUA THOMPSON or JUGE
I wish to learn the whereabouts of my two
brothers, George Broadie and Peter Ealum.
They left home about nineteen years ago. Our
parents were Peter and Patsey Broadie, and
lived near Lafayette, Christian County, Ken-
tucky [Kentucky]. Any information given will be greatly
appreciated, and thankfully received. Re-
spectfully [Respectfully], Hattie E. Cornell, Clarksville, Tenn.,
Montgomery County, No. 510 Washington
street.
I wish to make inquiries of the
whereabouts of my two brothers
and sister. My brothers names
were George T., and Henry Peters,
my sister, Nancy Peters. We were
owned by a Mr. Peters, of McVille,
Washington county, Ky. Mr. Tom
Peters brought me to Texas before
the war. Any information should
be addressed to the undersigned,
care of Rev. G. W. Townsend,
Boerne, Texas. JOHN THOMAS.
I wish to make inquiry concerning my relatives.
My mother's name was Mary Ann Willis,
and my fathers name was Winston Beyers.
My mother died when I was 13. She belonged
to C. Willis. I was sold to John Roach when I
eight years old, then I was sold to Bill Roach.
He sold me to Jeannette Crab, and I was then
sold to a Negro trader by the name of Tom
Pankey. I have five sisters whose names are
Martha Ann, Harriett Barbara, Isabella,
Amanda and Cynthia, also one brother named
Andrew Jackson Willis. My Name, Mahala
Willis is now Mahala Wilkes. We last saw
one another fifty years ago. Any information
please address me at Searcy, Ark.
I wish to make some inquiries in your paper for my people whom I left in Maryland, Queen Ann Co. My bother's name was Rachel Wringer; she died before I left there. I want to know the where abouts of my father, brother and sister. My father's name was Silas Wringer; brother's name was also Silas Wringer; sister's name was Julia Wringer. We all belonged to a man by the name of Perry Williams. I was living with Henry Williams, Perry William's nephew. It has been 31 years since I last saw my people. I now go by the name of Henry Stanberry. I was sold from them to a trader by the name of Marsa Fountain, and after he bought me he changed my name from Stanberry Wringer to Henry Stanberry. If any one is acquainted with any of these names names they will please address Henry Stanberry, Columbus, Colorado county, Texas.
I would like know the whereabouts of one
Reuben Reddick Barrow, who was the body
servant of Gen'l N. B. Burrow in the Mexican
war. When last heard of he was living in
Guthrie, Okla. His wife was named Betsey.
He has two cousins in Red Ford, Ark., by the
names of Tennessee and Maria Dixon, and two
cousins living in Little Rock, Ark. Their
names are Caroline Burrow and Matilda Red-
dick. His parents are dead. Any information
will be gladly accepted by Mrs. N. B. Burrow,
at Pierce City, Mo.
I would like to find my aunt, whose name is
Caroline Williams. Her husband's name is
Lem Williams. saw her last in 1885, when she
visited me at Cairo, Ill. When last heard of
she was living with the people who raised her,
Mary Galbreth, in Memphis, Tenn. Her mother's
name was Phillis Petway. When she last
saw me my name was Sus e Williams. Any
information will be thankfully received by Mrs.
P. L. Lewis, 718, Holmes St, Kansas City, Mo.
I would like to find my brother
and sister, who were born in Liv-
ingston [Livingston] county, Kentucky. My
brother's name is Abraham Berry
and sister's name was Delicy Berry.
The last account I had of them
they were in Coahoma county, Miss.
Any information concerning them
may be sent to Anna Berry, care of
Baptist Church, Hot Springs, Ark
I would like to find my brother and sister,
George Hargrave and Fannie Hargrave. My
name was Lucinda Hardgrave; our mother Allie
Hargrave. Brother, Robert Hargrave, and a
white girl by name of Martha Hargrave were
drowned at Mitchell's Mill and were buried at
Limestone church. My brother and sister be-
longed [belonged] to Bill Hargrave, and I was sold to
Benjamin Elis, and he willed me to his married
daughter, Nancy Norris. We lived in Jefferson
Co., Ala., at the crossroads between Huntsville
and Elk river. Pastors will please read to
congregations. Any information will be thank-
fully [thankfully] received. Address Lucinda Pillow in
care of Fannie A. Topson, 1313 East Fremont
street, Des Moines, Iowa.
I would like to find my brother, Thomas
Jackson who left Cytham, Ky., during the war
when last heard from, he was in California.
He belonged to Nute Miller. Any information
concerning him will be thankfully received by
Margaret Miller, Springfield, Ohio.
I would like to find my brothers and sisters,
whose names are Stephen, Albert, Robert,
Booker, and Lucy Harris, we lived in
Buckingham Co., Va,. near Buckingham Court
house. Our mother was named Rachael
Harris and who had a brother by the name of
Rev. Jessie Harris. My father was named
Bill Rice. We lived in Jackson Co., Mo.,
near Independence before the war, and was
owned by Bill Rice. Any information
concerning any of these persons will be cheerfully
received by Susan Harris, Hutchinson,, Kans.
I would like to find my grandson who left
Atlanta, Ga., two years ago to see his mother.
His name is Walton Walker his mother's name
is Julia Walker. He has a sister named Julia.
His father is now dead. Any information
concerning him will be thankfully received by
Lynda Whittaker, Greensboro, Ga.
I would like to find my mother and two sisters
we belonged to a slave owner by the name
o Jacob Wooston, he kept a livery stable on
Maine street in Richmond, Va. We were
separated before the war; my mothers name was
Mahalie Wootson, and my two sister's names
were Margarat and Marinda. Jacob Wootson
had three sons Randolph, Putnam, and Chesterfield,
at the time of our separation I was taken
to Harrisburg, Va. The last time I saw my
mother she was living on Clay street Richmond,
Va in 1863. Any information concerning these
persons will be thankfully received by George
Wootson, Hearne, Robertson, Co., Texas,
I would like to find my people. I was called
Susan Burrus in Virginia; I belonged to the
widow Burrus. The widow Burris had a son,
Dr John L. Burrus; his sisters, May, Liza and
Caroline My mother was named Rachel She
belonged to Dr. John L. Burrus My father
was named Martin. I had two sisters, Mary
Jane and Louisa; three brothers, Jim, Carter
and Dave; my uncles, Harles and Henry; my
cousins are Mark, Joe, Hunter, Millie and Margarett.
Address, if you please, Susan Anderson,
Mineola, Tex.
I would like to find my people. I was born
in Virginia and lived five miles from where
ships landed on the James river. My father
was named Brister Johnson; my mother, Fan-
nie [Fannie] Johnson. We belonged to Isaac Jones
He had a brother named Aaron Jones. I had
brothers named Jim, Sam, Lewis and Henry;
two sisters, Sallie and Malinda Johnson.
Isaac Jones died before I left Virginia. He
willed me to Jackson Jones, who lived in Ten-
ness [Tenness], and he sold me to Logan Harper. Logan
sold me to his brother, Henry Harper. I would
like to find my wife's people, too. She came
from Charles country, Md., near a town called
Porter Bacco. She belonged to Robert Car-
penter [Carpenter]. Her father and mother are Peter and
Susan Anderson. Her father belonged to the
Spauldings. She was sold in 1813 and carried
to Alexandria, Va. Mr. Collingworth bought
her. My wife had a cousin, Lee Conner; he
was a fiddler. Her whit people had a daugh-
ter [daughter] named Tinie Andrews. anyone can give
information of these persons, please address
Randle Johnson or Sandy Anderson, Mineola,
Wood county, Texas.
I would like to find my sister, Henrietta Jane
Stallcup. Lived with Jack Harris, Westport, Mo.,
when last heard from in 1857. Any information
will be gratefully received by Chas. R. Stallcup,
1002 Fifth avenue, Chicago, Ill. 4-16-98
I would like to find my two sons, John and
Dorse Price They were raised in North Carolina,
Rockingham county. Their father's name was
Sims Price, when last heard from Dorse was in
Massachusetts. He left after he was free. Any
information of either will be thankfully
received by Willie Price, 59 South Sycamore
street, Springfield, O.
I would like to find some of my relatives; my
mother, Rose Sheals, went to Ben Sheals at or
near Moplis, Ala. Chas., Julia Sheals and I
went to John Sheals near a little town called
Industry, Tex. I left three cousins in Texas by
the names of Lace, Bob, David and Abram
Sheals; at John Sheals' death we went to his
children. York Catling was their guardian un
til [until] their mother married John Holman. after
which Ben Sheals, their uncle, came and took
us away. I married Amanda Sample, a bright
mulatto girl. We had no children, but she was
about to become a mother. When I left I took
a horse and mule and went to Mexico; since
that time I have wrote but could find no trace
of them. I am anxious to find my wife. Any
informotion will be thankfully received by
Thomas Sheals, 366 1/2 Eldorado street Stockton,
Cal. (Alabama & Texas papers please copy.)
I would like to find the whereabouts of my
mother, father, sisters and brothers, or any one
of them. We belonged to Dr. Sidney Perry be-
fore the war. My father and mothe's name is
Austin and Zilphia Perry; my sisters' names
are Susan, Mary, Tinnie and Millie Perry; my
brotherr are Adam, Andy and Dave Perry.
Any information anyone can give me about any
of the above will be thankfully received by
Peter Perry, Cottage street, Sandusky, O.
I would like to find the whereabouts of my
mother; she belonged to Lewis Parrent at Liv-
ingston [Livingston], Ala; about thirty years ago she was
sold to a family by the name of Lober, that lived
at that time, at Brewsville, Ala; after which
they moved with her to the "Miss. bottom" At
that time I was said to be four months old. I
have never seen her since. She took six chil-
dren [children] with her; one of the boys was named Ned;
two of the girls named Oliva and Susan Ann.
My fathers' name was Bill Carter. Any infor-
mation [information] concerning the whereabouts of my moth-
er [mother], sisters or brothers will be thankfully received
by Mollie Carter, 312 N. 14th street, Birming-
ham [Birmingham], Ala.
I would like to hear from my grand father,
whose name is Isham Duncan; my father's
name is John I. Duncan, who now resides at
Bowling Green, Ky. When last heard from my
grand father lived about three miles from Little
Rock, Arkansas. Any information concerning
his whereabouts will be thankfully received by
A. J. Duncan, 39 Linden street, Louisville, Ky.
I would like to inquire for my brothers and
sisters. There were eight of us. We lived in
Cambridge, Md., with our father and mother,
William and Harriet Cornish. I (Priscilla)
was sold with Lidda, Anna, Mary, Billy, Lucinda,
John and James, from Cambridge, Md., to
Charles Goldshough. Anna and myself are the
only two known of. We are living in Hot
Springs. Ark., with our mother. Our father
died before the war. Our mother is quite old.
Any information concerning any of these
persons will be cheerfully received by Mrs. Priscilla
Wilson, 21 Crest St., Hot Springs, Ark.
I would like to inquire for my relatives
separated from me in slave times. My mother and
her three daughters were taken from Warrenton
county, Georgia, and carried to Grenada,
Miss., in 1860. My mother's name was Lydia
Bell, and my sisters' names were Rosetta Bell
and Helen Bell, and my name was Ann Bell.
We belonged to widow Sallie Bell, in Warrenton
county, Georgia, and our owner while in
Grenada, Miss., was Sebron Jones. My mother
and sister Rosetta were sent from Grenada,
Miss., to Holly Springs, Miss., to a slave holder
named Apple White, and my sister Helen was
sent to Sunflower, Miss. I was sent back to
Fulton, Ga., and sold to Ed. Hubbert. Any
information concerning any of these persons will
be cheerfully received by Mrs. Ann Waddell,
(formerly Ann Bell, 178 Old Wheat street,
Atlanta, Ga.
I would like to know of the whereabouts of
my mother by the name of Bettie La Mott;
married a man by the name of Yaricks Crook-
shank [Crookshank]. I was sold to Jim Deaver, at Giles Co
Tenn. The last time I heard from her, she was
in Charleston, S. C., at 86 Archidel street, in
the year of 1847 A. D. Yours Respectfully,
Teaner Deaver, Augusta, Woodruff Co, Ark.
in care of J. P. Penn.
I would like to know the address or where-
abouts [whereabouts] of Mrs. B. F. Stevens, formally of Chi-
cago [Chicago], but who left for New York last November.
Her husband was a K. of P. She has a mother
and two young sisters living in Indianapolis
whose christian name is Sims, and also a mar-
ried [married] one name Mrs. Nellie McDonell, who was at
the fair last year. Now if any of her friends or
relations know her address please inform her
most anxious friend. E, N. Leroy, Wallace
Idaho.
I would like to know the waerabouts of my
brother and sister, whom I haven't seen since
the war. They were last seen in Buffalo, Dallas
Co., Mo. They went by the same name of Charley
Calison and Millie Calison. My brother was
sold to a Negro Trader by the name of Wash
Henson. Any information concerning their
whereabouts will be thankfully received by
Robert Hughes, Pine Grove, Dallas Co., Ark.
I would like to know the wereabouts of my
mother My original name was Francis Ful-
ler [Fuller], and I lived in Green county, Ga. My
mother was taken from Daid county to the
state of Louisiana Her name was Mahalie
Hall. My uncle, Dave Hall, and an aunt whose
name was was Julia Hall, was taken with her.
Their mother, who was left in Green county,
was named Menerva Hall. My mother has
brothers in Green county by the name of Abra
ham [Abraham] and Sam Fuller When taken away, my
mother had two children, myself (Fannie Ful-
ler [Fuller]) and my sister, Mary Fuller. This sepera
tion [seperation] occurred in 1845 Any information con-
cerning [concerning] these parties will be cheerfully receiv-
ed [received] by Fannie Laster, 419 Edgewood Ave., At-
lanta [Atlanta], Ga.
I would like to know the whereabouts of
Crocket Burle on; he left home in 1879 and
when we heard of him he was in northern
Texas and had got to be a railroad fireman; he
left home when he was only 17 years old; he has
been gone thirteen years Information will be
gladly received by Giles Burleson, his father,
and his mother, Missouri Burleson. His three
oldest sisters' names are Georgia, Ada and Ida.
Address Jiles Burleson, care of I.P.
Schneider, No. 400 Second Street,
Austin, Tex.
I would like to know the whereabouts of
Dennis Stewart or benjamin Stewart, or any of
their children. Last I heard from them they
were in Quincy, Ill. Their home was in
Jacksonville, Ill. Any information will be
thankfully received by Winfield Scott, 1804
Cumberland street, Little Rock, Ark.
I would like to know the whereabouts of
some of my relatives from whom was sepa-
rated [separated] in slavery. I came from Henderson count-
ty [county], West Tenn, near Jack's Creek; my parents,
Peter and Melvina Brummer, belonged to John
Brummer. I had eleven brothers and sisters--
Lucy, James, Nelous, Martin, Betsey, Clarice,
Thomas, Dabcey, Martha, Jordan, Mary. My
sister Mary and myself were given to James
Dixson, at Jack's Creek, and I was swapped to
Evan Thompson; he sold me to George Stuart.
Thomas and Clarice were in Mississippi with
Woodson Anderson. Any information will be
thankfully received by Charlotte Stuart, Sear-
cy [Searcy], Ark.
I would like to know the whereabouts of
William H. Roden, of Albany, N. Y. the last time
I heard from him he was in New York City.
He is about 19 years old. Any information
concerning him will be cheerfully received by W.
W. Woodroe, box 182, Saratoga Springs, N. Y.
I would like to know the whereabouts of Mrs.
Eliza Clark, formerly Mrs. Eliza Husher. My
history is a peculiar one. I saw in The Freeman
that Mrs. Eliza Husher wanted to know the
whereabouts of her sister, Mrs. Sallie Clark
and her brothers Tip, Tobe and the rest of her
brothers. Sister Sallie Clark is my grand-mother
and I, Lucy Johnson, am the only grand-daughter
surviving, and I have two brothers
alive. Sallie Clark had nine children and they
are all dead; the last of all died four years ago
in May, an my grand-mother has been dead
eight years. When she was alive she used to
tell me about her relations in America. She
told us that she was sold to a slave buyer with
about two hundred more slaves, and they were
bound to New Orleans On board of the ship
there were two white men who were ill treated
and they agreed with the slave men that as soon
as they reached the "hole in the wall" they
would give a signal and they would take the
captain and crew and put them in irons and
make sail for Nassua. They did so and by so
doing my grand-mother and many more were
landed in Nassau. Many are dead but some
who came over are still living. This is the way
that we came to be in Nassau. I want to
inform Mrs Eliza Clark that she is Mrs. Eliza
Husher and that I would be glad if she would
write me or write to The Freeman. May God
bless The Freeman and its undertakers.
Address all letters to Mrs. Lucy A. Johnson, Nausau,
[Nassau] Bahamas.
I would like to know the whereabouts of my
brother, Morris Jackson, who belonged to Nute
Miller of Cytham, Ky., his mother's name was
Ellen Jackson. He left Catham, Ky., with
Capt. Philsbury dnring the war. When last
heard from, he was in Boston, Mass. Any
information concerning him will be thankfully
received by Margaret Miller, Springfield, Ohio.
I would like to know the whereabouts of my
brother, whose name, Grant Gist. He left home
(in South Carolina) in 1887 and the last heard of
him was in November, 1888. He was then at
Triumph, P O, Maryland, about ten miles from
Baltimore. Any insormation concerning him
will be cheerfully received his brother, John S
Gist, Fort Washakie, Wyoming.
I would like to know the whereabouts of my
husband, Stephen Low. When last heard from
he was at Marion, Ind. Any information will
be gladly received. America Low, Gallatin,
Tenn.
I would like to know the whereabouts of my
lost brother Gilbert Smith. My mother, Tena
Smith, went away from this state and took
brother Gilbert with her in the year 1844, this
left me and two daughters here in Alabama.
She went to the state of Ohio. Any information
concerning my brother or my mother will
be cheerfully received by Oliver Smith,
Williamsburg, Ala.
I would like to know the whereabouts of my
two brothers, whom I have not seen since the
war. Their names were William Sanders and
John Willis. They lived in Charlottesville, Al-
bemarle [Albemarle] county, Virginia, about the close of the
war. My father's name was Stephen Willis,
and my mother's name was Jennie Willis. They
lived in Charlottesville and belonged to the
Cravers family. I heard that my Brother Wil-
Liam [William] was seen in Indiana. Any information
concerning these persons will be thankfully re-
ceived [received] by Emanuel Randolph Willis, box 15,
Muchakinock, Iowa.
I would like to know the whereabouts of my
uncle, whose name is Mose Tensley; he left here
about eight years ago; last heard from him he
was in St. Louis, Mo. He had a daughter named
Carrie; any information concerning their
whereabouts will be thankfully received. Mary
Hodges, Hamlin, Ky., Calloway county.
I would like to know the whereabouts of my
brother James Means and my sister Hester and
Susan Jane Huges. When last heard of they
lived in South Carolina. Sister Hester went to
Arkansaw [Arkansas]. James was last heard from in
Cotton Gin, Lime Stone, Co., Tex. We all
belonged to old Sandy Creek, a Negro trader in
1856. Our mother's name was Nancy. There
were six of us: James, John, Carlile, Edmond,
Hester and Sarah Jane. Any information
concerning any of these persons will be thankfully
received by John Edmond, Boham, Franklin Co.,
Tex.
I would like to know the whereabouts of my
brothers and sisters. They are Missouri Whet-
stone [Whetstone], Margaret Whetstone, Lettie Whetstone,
Jack Whetstone, Harriet Whetstone, Athe
Whetstone, and George had a cousin by the
name of Anna Means. We were all born in
Spartanburgh, South Carolina, and all belonged
to Dave Whetstone. My fathers name was
Athe Bobo, he was owned by a man named
Foster. My mothers name is Jennie Whetstone,
she died in South Carolina. Margaret was sold
to Bob Kates, who carried her off in a specula-
tor's [speculator’s] drove to Georgia. Harriet I left in Spart-
anburgh [Spartanburgh], she has since married a man named
Jones, left Athe there also. George, Jack, Mis-
souri [Missouri], Lettie and I went to Florida with Mike
Whetstone. I was brought out to Helena, Texas,
by Dave Whetstone. I have not heard from
any of them, except my sister Lettie, she was
still in Columbus, Florida. My Aunts name
was Rina, she and her daughter Hannah be-
longed [belonged] to Bob Kates. I am now Christine
Whetstone Holt, having married Jno. F. Holt.
Will every pastor please read this to his con-
gregation [congregation]. Any information of the above rela-
tives [relatives] will be thankfully received by Mrs.
Christine Holt, care Jno. F. Holt, Corpus
Christi, Texas. 4 22.
I would like to know the whereabouts of my
father, mother and two brothers. They were
carried from Palmyr, Mo. a good many years
ago. Their names were Thomas and Rhody
Aawkins. Father's name was Wm. Hender-
son [Henderson]. He belonged to a man in Marion county
by the name of Dr. Daniel Johnson. They
were carried to Tennessee by the name of Dr.
Johnson. The last heard of my father he was
in Chicago and went by the name of Johnson.
I was left by my mother in Philadelphia, a lit-
tle [little] town about twenty miles from Palmyr, Mo.
with Dr. Daniel Johnson. Any information
concerning any of these parties will be cheer-
fully [cheerfully] received by Mrs. Mary Smith, Palmyr,
Mo.
I would like to know the whereabouts of my
mother and brothers. I was born in Tennessee
and left my mother and one brother there in
'68. I then went to St. Louis, Cincinnati,
Lewisville, and to Lexington in '72 I ran on
steamer from Nashville to Cairo, Ill. I belonged
to a man by the name of Davis Seals;
youngest brother's name was Jim Seals; oldest
Henry; next, Tom; one George Frazier, large
brown skin, with scar on face, caught by Jim
when a boy. Mother and father's names were
Dinah and Chas. Seals. I left three brothers
and father in Mississippi. Three of Henry's
fingers are grown together.
I was about 17 when I left Nashville. I worked
for Jim Burns and Champion and Rills in
Edgefield, where I left my mother I then went
by the name of Tom Seals.
Any information of the above named, will be
gladly recieved by Arthur White, 909 St.
Charles St., Houston, Tex.
I would like to know the whereabouts of my
mother. Her name is. Susan Basley. My
father's name is Solomon Bailay; my brother's,
Nelson Bailey; my sister's Martha Bailey. She
married a man by the name of Nick McDaniel.
I was sold from my people the second year of
the war. Sold by a man named Cicero Vick, of
Ashville, N. C. Any information concerning
them will be gladly received by Harriett
Bennett, 768 Union street, Danville, Va.
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I would like to know the whereabouts of my
sister. Her name is Susan Adlet White. The
last time I saw her was at the fair in Florence,
Boone, County, Ky., in 1877. She was living
with a white family by the name of Sanders,
who lived between Walton and Union, Boone,
County, Ky. I was living with Mr. Arthur D
McFell's family, also white. I have a half
brother his name is George Robinson. Our
mothers name is America White. She died at
Mr. Campbell's in Burlington, Boone, County,
Ky., in the year of 1874. She left a child about
three or four years old. Mr. McFell and family
moved to Crittenden County, Ky., in 1879 and
I went with them. I have not heard anything
from my relatives since I came to Crittendon.
Pastors will please read this to their congre-
gation [congregation]. Any information will be thankfully
received. Address Mary E. Hughes, Weston
Crittenden County, Ky., in care of Robert
Hughes.
I would like to know the whereabouts of my
son, His name is Edward D C. Bryant. We
came from Fayettville, N. C. The last heard of
him. he was in Wilmington. Del. He left home
when 12 yrs. of age. My maiden name was
Elsie Smith. Any information regarding him
will be thankfully received by Elsie Watson,
204 Quahan avenue, Hot Spring. Ark. 6 3
I would like to know the whereabouts of my
three sisters, Lucretia, Eliza and Polly Sadler.
Our mother's name was Pricilla Sadler. She
belonged to Fannie Sadler, an old maid. Our
father's name was Ranel Spilman; he belonged
to Jim Spilman. Our home was Lael, Garrett
county, Ky., eight miles from Langston and
eleven miles from Richmond, Ky. Any infor-
mation [information] would be very thankfully received by
their sister, Sallie Johnson. Address, 839 E.
Jefferson street, Decatur, Ill.; in care of L.
Earnest.
I would like to know the whereabouts of my
twin brother, his name is Willie Williams; we
were born in Marrietta, Ga., he left when I was
at the Union depot, in Atlanta, Ga., and went
to Louisiana, the last I heard of him. Any information
concerning him will be gladly received
by Willie Williams. Lithia Springs, Ga. 6 10
I would like to know the whereabouts of Wil
liam [William] Warks, who left Frankfort, Ky., about 15
years ago with race horses. Address, Annie
Davis, 165 W. Second street, Indianapolis, Ind.
I would like to know the wherebauts of my
relatives, one brother and two cousins. I have
been separated from my cousins about three
years. Their names are Henry White and J.
H. Holt. The last time I heard from Henry he
was in Arkansaw City, Ark.; that was three
years ago. Two years ago I saw my brother in
Greenville, Miss. I have not seen him since.
Our former home was in Durham, N. C. I
seperated from my cousins in Arkansaw City,
Ark., and from my brother in Greenville, Miss.
My maiden name was Harriett E. Holt; it is
now Harriett Ware. I am now located in
Helena, Ark,, at which place all information
will be gladly accepted
I would like to learn something of my sister,
Mary C. Brown. When last heard from she was
in Cheyenne, Wyoming Territory. She also lived
in Omaha, Neb. Any information concerning
her whereabouts will be thankfully received by
M. L. Brown, 310 Grant street, Pittsburg, Pa.
If HENRY DELAUNNEY or DELANEY, a mulatto
man, whose wife is in Europe, will call on the subscri-
ber [subscriber], he will hear of something to his advantage.
M. JUDSON,
au18--tf 113 Common street, near Camp.
IF JOSEPH H. JOHNSON, (colored,) late of New
Orleans, will call immediately at MRS. ELZEY'S,
No. 14 1/2 South Calvert street, he will hear of some-
thing [something] to his advantage. R. A. HOWARD. f9 6t§
If Mrs. Armstead will write to
Mr. James Nash, Portsmouth, Sci-
oto [Scioto] county, Ohio. She will proba-
bly [probably] learn something of her people.
EDITOR.
If the Rev. J. G. Thompson, late
of the Liberia Conference, and his
wife, Amelia, are still alive I should
be glad to know their address.
C. L. Dickinson.
Monrovia, West Africa, Feb. 10, 1884.
If you know the present where-
abouts [whereabouts] of any of the within named
parties you will confer a great
favor upon me my addressing me at
Miles City, Montana Territory. My
mother was named Rachel Caroline
Kimball; father was named Bird
Link Kimball; my brothers were
Ephriam, Charley, Andrew and Bird
Link Kimball; sisters, Emma, Mil-
lie [Millie], and Wennie Kimball, who is
now dead: The family formerly
lived near Murfreesboro, Bedford
county, Tenn. Any information
will be most thankfully received.
Address Channie Ann Kimball,
Miles City, Montana Territory.
IINFORMATION WANTED OF MY
brother, Julius Forney. He left here
about thirteen years ago and went to Ala-
bama, and from there to Kentucky with a
horse drover. His father's name was
George Forney, and his sister's name is
Lizzie Upton ; married Mr. Columbus Up-
ton, and now lives in Burke County, N. C.
Any information of his whereabouts will
be gladly received by his sister. Address,
Mrs. Lizzie Upton, care of Rev. J. E C.
Barham, Sigmonburg, N. C., Glennaplin
Station, Burke Co.
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, Esq., Coal Dealer,
Bowery near First street, New York.
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IINFORMATION(sp) WANTED OF MY
mother, Mrs. Martha Locket. Five years
ago I left her in Greenwood, Caddo Parish,
Louisiana; and four years have passed since
I heard from her. Her husband's name is
Woodley Locket. They both were for
merly the property of Silas Fenmore. My
mother and friends knew me by the name
of Florida Simms. I was raised by Mrs.
Sallie Kemp, of Louisiana Please ad
dress, Mrs. Mary Williams, Vinita, Indian
Territory.
IMFORMATION [sic] WANTED.--Of my chil-
dren, Daniel, Susan and Mary Tate. When last
heard from, they were with Mr. John Luke, of Clarke
county, Va. Any information addressed to me at No
243 Currant Alley, Philadelphia, will be thankfully
received. DANIEL TATE
Imformation Wanted
OF MRS. SIDNEY JACKSON, who left the
State of Pennsylvania, about the time that the
Fugitive Slave Law was passed, and who came
to Canada, leaving some property in the above-named
State. If she will call on or communicate
by letter with Robert Phillips, Centre St.,
Toronto, she will hear news of much importance
relating to her property.
IMFORmATION WANTED.
Abbie Lee the daughter of David Williams of Balti-
more Md. desires to hear from her brother Elijah Wilt
liams from whom she has not heard for several year
any one knowing his whereabouts will confer a greas
favor by addressing h her at Germantown Pa Cor.
High & Morton Sts.
IMMEDIATE INFORMATION WANTED
of my aunt, Clasey Henry, uncle, Samuel
Whiteside, two brothers--Abe Lincoln and
Joe Furgueson. My name is Henry John-
son. I belonged to the Whitesides. I left
Mayesville six years ago. Any information
of my people will be gladly received.
HENRY JOHNSON,
Care Rev. J. G. W. Edmunds, Mayesville,
S. C.
IMPORTANT INQUIRY. -- I, HENRY
Flood, of Philadelphia, Pa., a member
of Allen A.M.E Chapel, intend making
a visit to my original home and I desire to
find my people, from whom I have been
separated since the war. I was born in
Appomattox Co., Va, near where General
Lee surrendered. My father's name was
Wm, Flood ; my mother's name Charlotte.
Three brothers, Spencer Alexander and
Henry, the writer. Sisters Maria, Louisa,
Rose and Ann. The entire family were
slaves to one George Abbott. My brother
Spencer was killed by the falling of a tree.
My mother was sold into Manchester, Va.,
by Albert Cheatem, to whom she has fal-
len heir through his marriage to Eliza Ab-
bott. I got missed from my sister Maria at
City Point, Va., about two week after Lee's
surrender; have not seen any of them
since. Any information sent to Rev. L. J.
Coppin will be thankfully received. Ad-
dress Rev. L. J. Coppin, 1803 Fitzwater
street, Philadelphia, Pa.
IMPORTANT NOTICE
A liberal reward will be given to
any one giving information concerning
my brother, Jordan Johnson,
who, with myself, was sold in this
city in 1863, to one Jno. Thomas,
and carried to Sullivan County,
Tenn., from which place in 1873, he
started for Richmond, Va., in
search of his people and nothing
has been heard from him since.
Address his brother. Abner, care of
Mr. E. F. Brown, 114 Pink street,
Richmond, Va.
IN SEARCH OF HIS FATHER
We have been requested to publish the following:
"Lewis James, son of Gabriel James, will be happy to hear from his mother Lucy, or either of his brothers, Washington and Richard. The Mother, it is supposed, lives on one of Judge Perkin's farms, called the Homestead, Briar medo and back land. The brothers, it is thought, reside in New Orleans. An uncle, Daniel Armstrong, a Methodist preacher, also formerly lived in New Orleans. Lewis James left before the war. He has resided some time in Jersey City, and is now sick in the Charity Hospital. Should the Postmaster (Col. Lowell) be able to convey the information to any of the parties named, he will confer a great favor on Lewis James. A letter addressed to my care will be immediately conveyed to Lewis James."
Respectfully,
W. VERRINDER,
City Missionary; 278 South street, Jersey City, N. J.
June 25, 1872.
In Search of His Father.
S. Taylor Moore, Tallula, Miss., wants
information of his father, who served
in a colored regiment--possibly in Co.
F, 58th U. S. C. T., but of this there is
doubt. He may have served under the
name of Edward Moore or as Edward
Hunt; enlisted at Savanah or some-
where [somewhere] in the Alleghenies; was about
six feet in stature, bright complexion,
black hair, gray eyes; was a fiddler.
INFOMATION [INFORMATION] WANTED OF MY CHIL-
dren, William Oliver Robnet, Sultena
Ann Robnet and Mary Angelina Robnet.
My name when a slave was Maria Robnet.
I lived in Wright Co., Mo., near Hartsville,
Iowa. Ben Clark sold Sultena Ann to a
man in the South named Miller. Yancy
Robnet took Mary to Iowa. Please direct
any information concerning my children to
Rev. S. J. Brown, box 124 Springfield, Mo.
MARIA EDMONDSON.
INFORMAION WANED [WANTED]
Information is wanted of my mother, Mar-
tha Tiles, and my sister Lucy ; also of my
two brothers, John Thomas and Lewis
Green, and my daughter, Ann Brooks.
They lived near Tellennetown, Md., and
belonged to the Counrelman family. My
name was Eliza Brooks, and I was sold to
Bichman about fifteen years ago. Any in-
formation of them will be thankfully re-
ceived. Address
ELIZA CLARK,
North Orange, N. Y.
Decemeber 7, 1867.--2t.
INFORMATION
WANTED
OF THE WHEREABOUTS OF ROBERT
GIDEON. He was born in or near the town of
Harrisonville, Cass County, Mo. He was a slave and
at the out-break of the war enlisted in the First Kansas
Colored Infantry, and served until the close of the war. He
may have went by the name of Rhine or McAfee, having
been owned by both slave holders and therefore used both
names. Any information concerning him or any expense
incured in doing so will be paid by his son, Mr. L. E.
GIDEON, Brocton Massachusetts or 392 West Fulton
Street, Chicago, Ill. This is his son, who is the owner and
originator of Gideon's Refined Negro Minstrels. He is
very anxious to learn the whereabouts of his father, and we
hope all who read this article, especially the old-timers, will
give this careful consideration and investigate to the fullest
extent. Mr. Gideon's son is a gentleman of refinement,
culture and wealth. He is one of the leading showmen of
the country, carrying thirty people and has been for years.
He and his mother would profit considerable if they could
locate him.
INFORMATION WANTED OF MY
brother, Simon Stancel, or Simon Scott.
He was born in North Carolina, Northamp-
ton county, and was brought to Arkansas.
Address Mrs. Violet Mardis, Bay Village,
Cross Co., Ark.
Information Wanted.
Of Edmonia Bogle, who formerly
belonged to John Scruggs, in McMinn
co., Tenn., and who was taken to
Texas some years ago. Her brother
wished to hear from her. Informa-
tion may be sent to Loudon, Tenn.,
or the Tennessean, box 1150,
Nashville, Tenn.
ARMISTEAD BOGLE,
INFORMATION - As to the whereabouts
of Uncle Wess McDaniel (c), also the regi-
ment [regiment] Bob Marchial belonged to. Address
CALLIE MARCHIAL. Redell, Tenn. ma22
INFORMATION concerning George
Smith, colored, a discharged soldier, is
wanted. Any one knowing his where-
abouts [whereabouts] will please inform Geo. L. Mab-
son [Mabson]. George Smith will hear something
to his advantage by making himself
known. 2t
INFORMATION in regard to the whereabouts of HENRY CLARK, SHADRACH CRUMP, JOHN CRUMP, MAURICE CRUMP, OSCAR CRUMP and WILLIAM CRUMP, colored will be thankfully received by their brother, GUSTAVUS CLARK. mar 2-2t No.18 N. Patrick st.
INFORMATION is wanted about the where-
abouts of a colored boy, who answers to
the name of George Swazer, who has
been missing from this city since last
December. He was about seventeen
years old and about the time of his dis-
appearance was employed as a servant in
the family of the late Dr. John M. Duke.
He is a bright mulatto and has a scar on
the right side of the head where the hair
parts, and also another on his neck.
Any information concerning the boy will
be thankfully received by his mother
who is employed as a domestic at the
residence of Mr. S. S. Riley, of this city.
Information is wanted concerning
Archie B. Morrison (colored). He was
born in Moore county, N. C., and was
last heard from at Magnolia Hotel, St.
Augustine, Florida in 1885. Any infor-
mation [information] will be gratefully received by his
brother, Levi Morrison, Pinehurst, N. C.
Information is wanted concerning
the colored boys, aged 12 and 8 years,
children of Joanna Hamilton, Charlotte.
They are supposed to be in Catawba
county.
Information is wanted concerning
Willis Carnes, supposed to live in
Tennessee in vicinity of Memphis.
Address Rev. J. R. Carnes,
Giddings, Texas.
INFORMATION is wanted concerning the
whereabouts of HENRY THOMPSON, a
coloured man, who visited Detroit in February
last, and has not since been heard of by his family,
to whom it is a source of great solicitude. Such
information will be thankfully received at this
office.
Toronto, July 7, 1854. 16
Information is wanted of Adeline and Mary
Wheeler, colored, who were sent to Virginia
the first year of the war. Address F. K. Steele,
box 1140 Baltimore, Md.
INFORMATION is wanted of Greenbury
Baldwin, a colored citizen of Rapids City,
who has been missing since February 10th.
He was chopping wood on that day near
Cordova, and quit work about 10 o'clock,
complaining that he was sick, and has not
since been heard of. Any news of him
should be sent to Robert Anthony, at Rapids
City.
Information is wanted of Julia Bealer, who
formerly belonged to Widow Bealer, of White
county, Arkansas, three miles from Searey.
Any information given, direct to Brother's
Optic, Moberly, Mo. She left Searey about the
close of the war.
Information is wanted of Miss or Mrs. Kate White, who left Omaha a few years ago and is supposed to be in weighing about 125 pounds. Miss Chicago. She is a bright mulatto. White's parents live at Atchison. Kan Any information will be gladly received by Dr. P. C. Kebble, Pittsburg, Texas.
Information is wanted of my
daughter Lauriah Smith. She be-
longed before the war to J. R. Thom-
son, in Louisville, Ky. about 1859,
and was sold South to traders. She
was about fifteen years old when
sold. Her mother was named Emily
Holms, who lives in Indianapolis
Any information of her whereabouts
will be directed to Rev. Wm. C. Tre-
van of Bethel A.M.E. Church, In-
dianapolis, Ind.
Jan. 21, '71 3ms.
Information is wanted of my two brothers
and three sisters, Bettie Martin, Kate Martin,
Phoebie Martin, Bob Martin, and Peter Martin
I left them near Oxford, Ga., in 1829. I last
heard of them in Camden county, Ga. They
were sold to a man by the name of Vennard
Any information as to their whereabouts will
be thankfully received by me. Maria Moore,
formerly Maria Vennard, Marianna, Ark.
Information is wanted of one James
Marshall (colored) by H. W. Marshall of
Hannibal, Mo.
Information is wanted of Sam Larkins who
left Hartford, Kentucky 15 years ago. His
wife's name was Catherine and he had three
children, two boys whose name were Willie
and Lander, also one girl wh se name is
Louthedia. There are only two children living
now, Landes and Louthedia. Willie is dead,
died July 9, 1892 and mother is dead; she died
September 27 1892. Any information as to the
whereabouts of the person named will be
thankfully received by Louthedia Larkins,
Hartford, Kentucky.
Information is wanted of the
whereabouts of a colored man named
Columbus Coursey. Addres the freedman's
bureau office at Nashville, Tenn.
Information is wanted of the follow-
ing named brothers and sisters, who were
formerly owned by William Tolson, in
Maryland Co., Va.: Mary, Phebe and
Patsey, Samuel John and Berry Ward, by
their sister Cillicy Bradley, who was sold
and carried to Newberry, S. C.
Any information of either or all of the
above will be thankfully received.
CILLICY BRADLEY,
Abbyville Court House,
feb26-1m. South Carolina.
Information is wanted of the wherea-
bouts [whereabouts] of Samuel Brown, who was muster-
ed [mustered] out of the 2d Kansas Colored Regiment
last fall at Fort Leavenworth. His father
resides near Topeka, and is anxious to hear
from him. Any person having any infor-
mation [information] in regard to him and writing to
Stephen Brown, Topeka, will confer a favor
by so doing.
Information is wanted of the whereabouts
of Ellen and Eliza Cooke, who left Athens,
Tenn., with Sherman's army in 1863. If
living, they may be going by the name of
McDermott. They will hear of something
to their advantage by writing to their broth-
er, Howard McDermott, Jalapa, Monroe
county, Tenn.
Information is wanted of the whereabouts
of Wm. P. Grant, a colored boy, 21
years of age. When last heard from he
was working for Mr. Hanney, near the
Junction in North Topeka. Address this
office. Other papers please copy.
INFORMATION is wanted relative to the
whereabouts of William Snyder, a colored
boy, aged twelve years, who left his home in
State street, this city, on Sunday, August
30th, for the purpose of going to Sunday
school, and has not been heard of since. He
had a black roundabout, light pants and light
hat, and has a small sore under one of his
eyes. Any information concerning him will
be thankfully received by his father, John
Snyder, at the United States Hotel, Harris-
burg [Harrisburg].
Information regarding Allen Clark, a
colored soldier, once a slave of Wm.
Clark, Orange County, Va., who was
killed in the civil war. He ran off from
slavery, and joined the Union army.
His son is anxious to learn his regiment
and all particulars possible. -- James M.
Ferguson, 655 Adams St., Steubenville,
Ohio.
INFORMATION WANED [WANTED] OF GEORGE
Thomas and his wife, Jennie Sanford,
who formerly lived in Fredricksburg, Va.
They are supposed to be somewhere in this
city. Any information of or concerning
them will be gratefully received by George
H. Taylor, at Paschalville, South Phila.
INFORMATION WANNTED [WANTED] OF ROBERT
Kinseloe.. He was formerly owned by
Alf Wallace in the State of Arkansas, after-
ward brought to Eastern Texas by Geo
Kinseloe. If this man Robert Kineslo can
be found please inform his sister, Amanda
Woods, Austin City, Texas.
216 4t.
Information Wanted
Albert Porter, who lived at Goozlin,
(this may be Goochland), about 30
miles from Richmond, Va., died in the
year 1864 at the age of 27 and left a
widow. One year after the war his
sister, Caroline Miles, and her hus-
band, James Miles, lived in Richmond.
He was owned by James Walter. Any
one who can give any account of the
death of Albert Porter, or James or
Caroline Miles will please correspond
with this office. Any information will
be thankfully received at 311 N. 4th
St., Richmond, Va.
Information Wanted
Any one knowing the whereabouts of the family of Clara Goodman Jones, last heard of in Washington, D. C., communicate with Clara Goodman Jones, 646 Lenox avenue, New York, care Wernham. The children, Nelson, Fanny, Cloe and Clara (twins) and George, were placed in the Freedman asylum during the civil war.—Advt.
Information Wanted
Any person, Grand Army post, or
relative of William Green, who was
killed at the Battle of Manassas, who
can give any information of his service
in the U. S. Army, or any facts
as to his death, the name of the commanding
officer, of company or regiment,
will please communicate with
the undersigned. Would like to get
the same information as to Wyatt
Bonds and Henry Hill, who were in
the same regiment.—W. H. Anderson,
former adjutant 6th Va., reg. U. S. V.,
St. Luke Bank Bldg., Richmond, Va.—
Advertisement.
INFORMATION WANTED
BY A MOTHER CONCERNING HER CHILDREN.
Mrs. Elizabeth Williams, who now resides in
Marysville, California, was formerly owned to-
gether with her children, vis.: Lydia, William,
Allen, and Parker, by one John Petty, who lived
about six miles from the town of Woodbury,
Franklin County, Tennessee. At that time she
was the the wife of Sandy Rucker, and was
familiarly known as Betsy,—sometimes called
Betsy Petty.
About twenty-five years ago, the mother was
sold to Mr. Marshal Stroud, by whom, some
twelve or fourteen years later, she was, for the
second time since purchased by him, taken to
Arkansas. She has never seen the above named
children since. Any information given concern-
ing them, however, will be gratefully re-
ceived by one whose love for her children sur-
vives the bitterness and hardships of many long
years spent in slavery.
Preachers in the neighborhood of Woodbury,
Tennessee, are especially requested to make in-
quiry, and communicate any information they
may deem valuable, either by letter, or through
the columns of the "Recorder."
Mar. 10--1m.
INFORMATION WANTED
Eliza Larkman, formerly owned by Richard Griffin, was sold to Miss Mary Emack, who came to Balti-more in 1860; mother's name was Deborah; brother is Arthur Lark-man, who lives at Unity, Montgom-ery Co., Md. 4t-11-3
INFORMATION WANTED
Information is wanted of Butler Hill and Newton Hill, Aberville, S.C., leaving that place in 1858, belonging to Billy Hill, slave owner. When last located they were at Vicksburg, Miss. Newton Hill was last heard from at Jersey City. Father was named Chas. Colbert and mother Sarah Tolbert. Sister living, Mary Colbert, 21 East 33d street, Chicago, Ill. She is Mary Saunders now.
INFORMATION WANTED
Information of my parents and
their children, who were the slaves of Augustus
Wallis. His plantation was one mile
and a half from Fredericksburgh. My father's
name was John Turl; my mother's
name, Jane. The names of my brothers
and sisters were Reuben, Oscar, Elvira and
Milley. Any information respecting them
will be thankfully received by
Carrie Turl,
Alfred Centre, Alleghany Co.,
New York.
INFORMATION WANTED
Information wanted of a lady by the
name of Harriet Holland, of Alleywhite Co.,
Va. Her husband's name Sam Holland
My mother was sent to Georgia in 1863, by
Alfred Butler. She formerly belonged to
Mills Henry Dortre, of Virginia. Her children's
names were Charlotte, Sam, Hartwell
and Isom. I will be extremely glad to
hear from my parents. Any information
will be gladly received by their daughter,
Hannah Holland,
Care of Mr. William H. Smith,
(Steward of Little Zion A.M.E. ch'h,)
Harlem Post, N.Y.
Ministers will please publish.
Mar. 16-3t.
Information Wanted
Information wanted of Joseph
Gray. When last heard of, he was in
Ruckersville, Green Co., VA., any one
knowing his where about will please
communicate with
MARY ANCELL, 2711 State St,
Chicago, Ill.
INFORMATION WANTED
Information wanted of Mary Buckner,
George Buckner, and Robert R. Wilford
Buckner. I found Reuben Buckner in Chilicothe
Ohio.
I left them in Rappahannock County, Va.
Any information of them will be thankfully
received by their father.
Robert Buckner,
(Care of Rev. W. J. Davis,)
Box 317, Logansport,
Indiana.
July 20-2t.
INFORMATION WANTED
Information wanted of my three children.
Two boys and one girl. Their names are
Washington, James, and Lucy Greene. Any
information of them will be thankfully re-
ceived by their mother, Kitty Greene. They
formerly belonged to Dr. Patrick, Wilkinson
county, Miss.
Address Catherine Greene, Allegheny
City, Pa., in care of Rev. J. W. Devine, Box
19.
Allegheny City, Feb, 28th, 1867. 3 t.
INFORMATION WANTED
Information wanted, by Amanda Bekley,
of my two sons the oldest named William
Bekley, and the youngest Archibald Bekley.
When I last saw them, William belonged to
Jeff. Thomas of Minerva, Ky., and Archibald
to Langan Tabb, of Dover, Ky.
Any information in regard to them will
be thankfully received.
Address, Amanda Wood,
Sylvania, Lucas Co., Ohio.
Mar. 16 - 1 m.
INFORMATION WANTED
James E. Johnson, 109 Douglas
street, Jamaica, N.Y., desires to know
the whereabouts of any of his relatives.
His father and mother, Henry and
Susan Johnson; brothers, Walker,
Claybourne, and George W. Johnson;
sister, Henriette Johnson. All were
slaves of the estate of Dr. Lynn Crum,
New Kent County, Va. They were sold
in 1861, at the age of 10 years. He
would like to locate any of the family.
—Adv.
Information Wanted
Mrs. Dinah Anderson would like to
know if any one can give any information
of Sarah Anderson her step-
daughter. Sarah left Richmond about
eight years ago, and went to St Louis,
Missouri with a while lady by the name
of Mrs. Clarkson who was a relative of
Mrs. George Stacy. If any information
can be had please write to Mrs.
Dinah Anderson, 4953 Charles Street,
Frankford, Philadelphia, Pa.
Her father's name is Simon Ander
son and her step-mother's name is Dinah
Anderson.
Other papers please copy.
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 his two daughters and
returned to California. Also information
wanted of Edward and Hamilton Grover,
cattle dealers, formerly of St. Louis, Mo.
Any person knowing either of the above
parties will please send word to Thomas
Grover, care of P.A. Bell, ELEVATOR office,
616 Battery St., San Francisco.
Information Wanted
OF ALEXANDER ALLEN, colored man, about
5 feet, 5 inches high, who left Nashville about
two years since, and is supposed to be in Louisville
at this time. Any information concerning him will
be thankfully received by his wife
ELIZABETH ALLEN,
Nashville, Tenn.
nov24---3t
Louisville Journal copy, send bill to this office.
Information Wanted
OF ALEXANDER STARKEY, about 17 years
of age. He formerly lived with Jacob Goodridge,
of Newburn, North Carolina, and was taken
to Richmond in 1864 and sold to a Southern trader,
--since which time nothing has been heard from
him. Any information respecting him will be
thankfully received by his father, JAMES R.
STARKEY, San Francisco.
Address, Office of The Elevator, San Francisco,
California.
Anglo African will please copy the abov three
months, and send bill to this office. [cct20tf
Information Wanted
Of Billy Howard, A COLORED BOY, ABOUT
19 years old, who left Kingston, Ga., in the spring
of 1864. Address his mother, at Chattnooga, Tenn.,
010d3* SUSAN HOWARD.
Information Wanted
OF FRANKLIN NICHOLAS AND WILLIS
TARBUSH; also, AMANDA COX BOYDSDUN.
They formerly lived in Platt county, Missouri.
Any information of the above parties will be
thankfully received by
GEO.W.BOYDSDUN,
Sutter Creek,
Amador County, California.
Anglo African please copy three months and
send bill to office of The Elevator. oc20-tf
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.
Information Wanted
OF MARIA FINNEMORE and THERESA
GORY, daughters of John Gory, miller, late
of Pittsfield, Massachusetts. Mrs. Finnemore has
resided in Springfield.
Information of their present residence will be
gladly received by their sister, Mrs. W. H. Harper
of Sacramento.
Address, care of P. A. Bell, editor Elevator.
Pittsfield Sun and Springfield Republican please
copy one month and send bill, together with copy
of advertisement, to office of The Elevator, and
we will remit on receipt. my3
Information Wanted
OF MARIAN WILLIS, who, when last heard
from was in Ray County, Missouri. Any information
of her whereabouts will be thankfully
received by her brother, ADAM WILLIS, at Suisun
City, California.
[Philadelphia and New York papers please copy
one month, and send bill to "The Elevator" office.
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INFORMATION WANTED
Of Misses Sarah and Emily Smith by
their sister, Mollie Smith, 716 West
Franklin St. They used to belong to
Jesse H Hare of Lynchburg, Va.
Any information of their where-
abouts will gladly received by their
sister
MOLLIE SMITH,
716 West Franklin St., Richmond, Va.
7,24-2t.
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
INFORMATION WANTED
Of my daughters, Martha and Hilda,
and my husband Cager Edmundson. When
last heard from about five years ago, my
daughters were in Osccola, Mo, with lawyer
McClain. Any information please address,
PATSEY EDMONSTON,
Leavenworth.
Information Wanted
Of my father and mother, who were when I last heard from them in 1861, residing in Murfresboro, Tenn. They were formerly slaves; my father went by the name of Isaac Fisher, and my mother was called Fanny Bowles, Any person knowing the where-abouts of either of the above named persons will please address to me in care of P. A Bell. Editor Elevator, San Francisco.
THOMAS VAUGHAN
Mission, San Jose, Cal,
INFORMATION WANTED
Of my father, Richard Mundy, my mother Jennie Lewis, my sisters Lucy and Sallie, and brothers Arthur and Temple Mundy.
My sister Lucy was married to James Nelson, a servant of Dr. Gauffney. My sister Sallie was married to Cupid Washington.
When I last saw them they were living in King Williams Co., Va , at Mundy's Bridge, 10 miles from Elliotstown. Cupid Washington was own-ed by Dr. Gauffney, and I was owned by Dan-dridge Sole. I left my residence in August 1861, and stopped at Mrs. Mundy's, on the Pa-munkey river.
Persons who may know of the whereabouts of
INFORMATION WANTED
OF MY SON WM. PASCAL MCGEE, and two daughters, Isabella and Easter Fanny McGee. My son was in 2d Kansas Colored Infantry, Company H. Any information concerning either of them will be thankfully received. I was formerly a servant of Mrs. Jane Gillespie, of Louisville, Tenn, Address JANE MCGEE
mar20[undecipherable] Box 227, Knoxville, Tenn.
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 JOHN ANDERSON, William Creek,
Cariboo, B.C., care of P.A. Bell, Editor of the
ELEVATOR, San Francisco. jy3
INFORMATION WANTED
Of Stepney Hartthorn, who formerly belonged
to Mrs Jas Gardner of this ciy - was sold in
August, 1864, to a gentleman living near
Wilmington, N. C. Any information of his
whereabouts will be thankfully received by his father
at This Office. RUBEN HARTTHORN
21.
Information Wanted
OF WM. A. REYNOLDS, aged thirty-two
years last April, son of Richard and Sarah
Ann Reynolds, of Lenoucee County, Michigan. --
When last heard from, about 2 years ago, he was
engaged in teaming from Sacramento across the
mountains. If this meets his eye he will please
write to his father; or any person knowing
his whereabouts will confer a favor on his aged
parents by writing as above. Papers on that
route will do an act of charity by copying this
notice.
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Information Wanted
Of John Johnson, Co. D., 45th Regt, U.S.C.
Troops.
He was discharged in Texas on August last, [Continued in Next Image]
and reached Cincinnati, O., on the first of Sep-
tember since which time he has not been heard
from.
Any information concerning him, and addressed
to the Office of the "Christian Recorder," Phi-
ladelphia, will be thankfully received by his af-
flicted wife, CATHERINE JOHNSON.
[Rev. J. A. Shorter, of Cincinnati, Ohio, will
please publish the above.--ED.]
INFORMATION WANTED
Any one possessing information concerning
the whereabouts of Charles Henry Willis and
Josephus Willis, children of Cue and Caroline
Willis, formerly with Captain Edward Tabb, on
North River, Matthews County, Virginia, will
receive the thanks of the distressed father and
mother by addressing Caroline Willis, corner of
Broad and Meeting streets, Charleston, S. C.
Nov 11--3t
INFORMATION WANTED
By Lucy Walker, of my husband, Anderson
Walker, the last time I saw him was on Sep-
tember 2, 1864, at Athens, Georgia. His for-
mer owner was Ferdinand Phirwell. Lucy was
owned by Marcella Bloomfield. Any informa-
tion will be thankfully received by the under-
signed. Address
LUCY WALKER,
Care of Rev. Cyrus Boey,
Elder of Bethel Church,
Oswego City, N. Y.
Mar. 24--6t.
INFORMATION WANTED
By Samuel Rodgers, (now living at Nevada
City, County of Nevada, California,) of his wife,
Zilphia Rodgers, with whom he parted in 1849,
then living in Kemper county, Mississippi. Since
the commencement of the war he has not heard
from her. When he last heard from her she was
nursing in the family of Mr. Jeremiah Saunders,
son of Mr. William Saunders, of Kemper Co.,
fourteen miles from De Kalb Court House, Mis-
sissippi Any information respecting her will be
thankfully received by her husband, Samuel Ro-
gers. Address Box 79 Nevada Post Office,
California.
march 3--1mo
INFORMATION WANTED
Can any body give any information of the
whereabouts of my two sisters, Julia and Nellie
Foster, formerly of Portsmouth, Va. My name
is John Sweepson. I now live in Natchez,
Mississippi, where any information will be thank-
fully received.
INFORMATION WANTED
Can any one informe of the whereabouts of
the two brothers, Jordan Shepherd and Randall
Shepherd, who left Norfolk, Va., some 18 or 20
years ago, or more. They are my brothers, and
I shall be under many obligations to any one
who can give me any information concerning
them.
Word can be left at the Office of the Christian
Recorder, or to the undersigned, at Portsmouth,
Va. Rachel Shepherd.
August 1st, 1864. 6ie.
INFORMATION WANTED
Can any person inform me of the whereabouts
of Miss Rebecca Dowden, of Philadelphia, for-
merly of Baltimore, Md.? She has been residing
in Philadelphia. Her sister-in-law, Mrs. Eliza-
beth Field, died in Woodstown, N. J., about
three years ago. Her daughter, Harriet Dow-
den, is deceased. The estate of the parties is to
be settled, and the presence of Elizabeth Dowden
is necessary. Any information concerning her
can be left in Montcalm street with Mr. Alexan-
der Toscos, or at No. 619 Pine street.
(Signed) Mrs. Mary Dowden,
Baltimore, Md.
INFORMATION WANTED
Edith Chappel left Columbia, South Carolina,
on February 20th, 1865, with army of Gen.
Sherman, from the residence of Mrs. Henry Ly-
ons. Her aunt, Fannie Bostick, can be found
with MR. A. L. HART,
327 Lombard St.,
Philadelphia.
July 22--2t.
INFORMATION WANTED
Fanny Frazer wishes to ascertain the where-
abouts of her six children, who were owned by
a family of the name of Bailey, who lived at
Clarksville, Va. Some years ago the children
assumed the name of their owners, and are known
by the following names: Nelson Bailey, Han-
nah Bailey, Maria Bailey, Charlotte Bailey,
Norah Bailey and Annie Bailey. Any informa-
tion respecting them will be thankfully received
by Fanny Frazer, Buston, Canada West.
INFORMATION WANTED
Frederick Williams, late landsman on board
United States steamer "Sarah Bruin." will hear
of something to his advantage, by sending the
name of the street and number of his residence
in Charleston, South Carolina, to
Wm. P. Powell,
No 2 Dover Street, New York City
July 28th -- tf
INFORMATION WANTED
Information is wanted of Charles Brisco, who
left Virginia, some four or five years ago, to
wait upon Lieutenant Fairfax, on a steamer
for San Francisco, at the outbreak of this war.
Brisco left San Francisco for Aspinwall, New
Grenada, as a cook, or waiter on a family.
Any information concerning him may be left at
the Book and Christian Recorder office, No.
619 Pine Street, Philadelphia.
(Signed) Elizabeth Brisco, his Wife.
N. B. - Charles has a mother and sister in
Georgetown, D. C., by the names of Cynthia
Brisco and Mrs. Mary A. Dove.
INFORMATION WANTED
Information is wanted of my brother, Madison
Woods, who was sold from Rocky Mount, Va.,
to Richmond. He was there bought by a South-
ern planter. Any one having any idea of his
whereabouts will confer a favor by addressing
RICHARD HENRY CROXEN,
Pittsburgh, Pa.
INFORMATION WANTED
Information is wanted of my son Joseph
Sipple. When last heard of, in 1863, he
was in Toronto, C.W. Any information of
his whereabouts will be thankfully received
by his mother. Address
MARY ANN SIPPLE,
1529 Arch street
Or, 1024 Barley street
Or, Care Bethel A. M. E. Church,
Philadelphia, Pa.
December 21.--1t
INFORMATION WANTED
Information wanted of Melissa Walker,
who belonged to Richard Christian and was
sold to Dr. Boothe. Also, of Waverly John-
son, Alexander Johnson, William Woodson,
Chloe Woodson, and Archie Woodson, sold
to Richmond, Va.
Any information of the above named
children of Malinda Smith, formerly of
Amelia County, Virginia, will be gratefully
acknowledged by
MALINDA SMITH,
(Care of Whitall, Tatum & Co.,)
Millville, New Jersey.
Nov. 30--6t.eow
INFORMATION WANTED
Information wanted of my children, Charles
Maria, Lucinda, John, Archie, and George
Jones, who formerly belonged to the widow, Jen-
nie Bell, of Charleston, Jefferson, Co., Va. I
have not seen any of them since Jackson cap-
tured Harper's Ferry. It is likely my children,
and my brother, Henry Jones, were sent, at the
same time, to Richmond, or elsewhere. Any
information of the whereabouts of my children
will be thankfully received by their sorrowing
father, GEO. HAMILTON JONES,
No. 29 First Street,
New Bedford, Mass.
Will ministers South, who take this paper, read
the above to their congregations?
July 7--2m.
INFORMATION WANTED
Information wanted of my father and mother,
Samson and Clare King, well known in Queen
Anne County, Maryland. I was sold from them
about twenty-five years ago, leaving two broth-
ers and one sister, Littention, Joseph and Lea
King. All of the above named were living with
a Mr. John Gailes. Any information relative to
the whereabouts will be most thankfully received
by the undersigned. When writing, please ad-
dress, Mrs. SOPH. DANDRIDY,
Care of John R. Kelly,
Natches, Miss.
INFORMATION WANTED
Information wanted of Sarah Williams,
who I left at Halifax Court House, Va.,
about 25 years ago. She belonged to a man
whose name was William Early, who kept
a dry-goods store. Any information of her
will be thankfully received by her sister,
Martha Ann Good, who was taken way from
Nathan Dexter, who kept a hotel at Hali-
fax, at 12 o'clock at night, when quite small,
and sold in Alabama, but who now lives at
225 Currant Alley, Philadelphia, Pa.
N. B. Ministers in the South, please
read in your churches.
April 2--4t.
INFORMATION WANTED
Information wanted of the whereabouts of my
wife, Sophia Parker, and my two children,
George Walker Parker, and Mary Fanny Parker.
The boy is about fifteen years old, and the girl
about nine years old.
They formerly belonged to a man by the name
of Thomas Keyth, who resided in Virginia, Cul-
peper County, four miles from the White Sul-
phur Springs, and who was moved from there in
1860, to Winchester, Franklin County, Tennes-
see. I have not heard from them for three or
four years. I should be glad if the ministers
of the different churches down South would an-
nounce this to their congregations.
RICHARD PARKER,
251 North 18th St.,
Philadelphia, Pa.
Oct. 6--1m.
INFORMATION WANTED
Jacob Brown wishes to find his sister and
friends, from whom he was sold about eight years
ago. He belonged to George Fisher, of Hardy
County, Va, near Morefield. His sister Louisa,
who was sold with him into Louisiana, has been
back home once. She left three children, named
respectively Peter, Isaac, and Moses. She is in
New Orleans, and is anxious to hear of them.
Another sister remained named Arena, or "Are-
nir." whose husband was named Paul Peterson.
His uncles were Richard and Jacob Cassam,
owned by McCoy.
Any person knowing any thing of them will
confer a great favor upon the undersigned, who
is their young brother, and who escaped from
imprisonment in the jail, at Winchester, Va., by
writing such information as shall united those
separated by slavery. Respectfully,
JACOB BROWN,
Baton Rouge, Louisiana.
INFORMATION WANTED
Mr. Henry Madden wishes some information
in regard to his wife, Mary Madden, who em-
barked at New Orleans, in the steamer Media,
last August, 1863, bound North. Information
relative to the same, will be thankfully received
and amply rewarded.
Please direct No. 22 Southac St., or No. 2
Dutton Place, Southac St. to Rev. Geo. A. Rue,
or Henry Madden, Boston, Mass.
Geo. A. Rue.
INFORMATION WANTED
Mrs. Harriet Mayo, of Detroit, Michigan,
wishes to make inquiry of Joseph Mayo, Rich-
ard Mayo, Aaron Mayo, and Luey Mayo. The
last she hear of them they were in Petersburg,
Virginia. She now thinks they are some where
within the lines of the Union army. Any one
knowing of their whereabouts, will please ad-
dress-- Mrs. Matilda Robinson,
No. 88 Mullet St.,
Detroit,
Mich.
INFORMATION WANTED
Mrs. Williams desires to obtain some informa-
tion of her children, who were sold from Har-
per's Ferry on the 2d of August, 1862,--two
boys and one girl,--named respectively Philip,
Edward and Sarah Williams. They were sold by
John Bolding, and bought by Davis V. Bruer,
of Richmond, as was also Victoria West, who,
when last heard from, was in New Windsor Co.,
Maryland. Address,
MISS EMILY WILLIAMS,
Care James Mays,
Box 1011 Richmond, Virginia.
INFORMATION WANTED
Of Asberry or Rousbey Henry, who was sold
from Hagertown, Maryland, to Tallahasse, Flo-
rida, in 1838. When last heard from, in 1847,
he was at the latter place.
Any information of his whereabouts will be
most thankfully received by his father,
Rev. THOMAS W. HENRY,
Care Rev. E. Weaver,
Box 2975 Philadelphia, Penna.
June 3--tf
INFORMATION WANTED
Of Charles Henry Snyder, who left Winches-
ter, Va , in 1862 Also Martha Brown and
Charlotte Snyder. They were slaves of Richard
Bird and Dr. Funstum. Any information in re-
ference to them will be thankfully received by
their afflicted mother,
LETHIER BIRD,
Care of Thomas Williamson,
No. 1024 Arch Street,
1t. Philadelphia, Pa.
INFORMATION WANTED
Of Daniel Stewart, his wife, Aggie, and son,
Charles, who were at Gordonsville, Orange Co.,
at the above place. Any information of his
whereabouts will be thankfully received by
JOSEPH STEWART,
Care Christian Recorder
Philadelphia, Pa.
August 26--3t.
INFORMATION WANTED
Of Eliza McDowell, who lived in Savington,
Mo., and was engaged on the packet "Edward
Brass." She was owned by one Capt Chaurnon,
and left for Canada, in 1848.
Any information will be most thankfully re-
ceived by her son, BENJ. COATES,
Care of Amos Fosset,
Hannibal, Mo.
Sept. 16--2t.
INFORMATION WANTED
Of Garret Neal, of Yazoo County, Miss, who
went to Vicksburg some time ago, with Captain
Bracet, who left there for Chattanooga, and
thence to Richmond, Va Any information of
his whereabouts will be thankfully received by
his wife, CHEANEY NEAL,
No. 3. White's Court, between
10th and 11th, Lombard and Pine sts,
Philadelphia, Pa
INFORMATION WANTED
Of London Beckwill, Joseph, and Maria Jane
Robinson, children of Samson and Jane Rob-
inson, who came from Fauquier County, Va.,
about ten years ago. Jane Robinson was the
daughter of Joe Maiden, who lived near Upper-
ville, in Fauquier Co., Va., and used crutches
ever since quite a child. Samson Robinson
was married before to Betsy Rumel, by whom
he had six children. Among them were Sam-
son and Jerry, who were both married, and who
were left at Blue Ridge when their father
moved.
At last accounts London B. Robinson was
sold from Front Royal, Va. ; Joseph lived near
Middlebury, and Maria Jane was sold from War-
renton, Farquier Co, Va.
Any information will be thankfully received
by their sister, Eliza Ellen. Address
ELIZA ELLEN CRUMMER,
Attleborough,
Bucks Co, Pa.
Aug. 12--3t.
INFORMATION WANTED
Of my brother John Hurley ; when last heard of,
he was driving a Government team in Washington
city in 18[unclear] He is the son of Robin Hurley of Va.
Any information of his whereabouts will be
thankfully received by his brother Robert F. Hur-
ley, at Chattanooga Tenn.
INFORMATION WANTED
Of my children, Daniel, Susan and Mary Tate.
I last saw them in March, 1858, when they were
sold by John W. Luke, of Clark Co., Va. Any
information addressed to me at 243 Currant Al-
ley, Philadelphia, will be thankfully received.
DANIEL TATE.
mar3-4t
INFORMATION WANTED
Of my daughter, Martha Chew, who was sold
in 1856, in Annapolis, Md. We have not heard
from her since 1862; she was then in Macon,
Ga Her married name is Martha Johnson.
Any information of her whereabouts will be thank-
fully received by her mother and sister, at
No. 237 West Hoffman St,
4t Baltimore, Md.
INFORMATION WANTED
Of my father, Richard Green, and also of
my mother, Malinda Green. When I last
heard from my father, he was in Washing-
ton, and had charge of a vessel plying be-
tween Washington and Richmond. He for-
merly lived near Maryland Point, Md. Any
information of the whereabouts of my pa-
rents will be thankfully received by
RICHARD GREEN,
260 Spruce Street, South Camden,
New Jersey.
April 17--1mo.
INFORMATION WANTED
Of my sister, Mrs. Martha Holeman, who
lived in Lebanon, Wilson county Tenn. My
mother and I lived in Somelia county, Tenn.
Our mother's name is Sophia Hosley. My
sister's husband's name is Robert Holeman;
they were both sold from Lebanon jail to
Huntsville, Alabama, to a man named
Branum. Any information of their where-
abouts will be thankfully received, by their
sister, Mary Hosley. They were sold some
twenty odd years ago. Address, Mrs. Mary
Anthony, Lafayette, Ind., in care of box 397.
Lafayette, Ind., June 8th, 1870.
June 18 3t.
INFORMATION WANTED
Of my sisters, Olive and Arnaca Ashley,
daughters of Dicey and Si Ashley. They
formerly belonged to a man by the name of
Jack Ashley.
They lived, when last heard from, five
miles from Montgomery, Alabama. Inform-
ation is also wanted of my Aunt Judy Ash-
ley, who formerly belonged to James Ash-
ley.
Any information of the above named per-
sons will be thankfully received by Mrs.
Eliza Powell, formerly Eliza Ashley. Ad-
dress--East Baton Rouge, La.
Aug. 22--1t.
INFORMATION WANTED
Of my two brothers Alex. and Willis Mc
Pherson, and sister Rosetta McPherson. I
left them just below Norfolk, Va., in 1863.
They were owned by Betsey Slack. Any
information of their whereabouts will be
thankfully received by their sister Hester
Jane McPherson, 252 Raspberry St., Phila.,
Pa.
N. B.--Ministers please read in churches.
May 14, '70, 4t.
INFORMATION WANTED
Of Reuben Evans, who bought himself from
Robert Toombs, (ex-Confederate General,) in
1843. He was seen in Philadelphia in October,
1865, by Rev. W. H. Gains. Address
REV. WESLEY J. GAINS,
Columbus, Ga.
INFORMATION WANTED
Of Robert Whitely, said to be married to
Sarah Brown and said to be living in this
city.
Any information of them, whether living
or dead, will be thankfully received by
J W. H. CATHCART,
10 Stratford Place,
Late of 210 Quince Street).
N. B.--$500 reward will be given to any
one for information.
Sept. 12--1t.
INFORMATION WANTED
Of Sister Mary, who lived with Jacob
Davis in Halifax Co, Va. Her sister Mar-
tha would be glad to hear of her where-
abouts. Any one knowing will please ad-
dress--Martha Good, 225 Currant Alley,
Phila., Pa.; or 631 Pine St. Phila.
N. B.--Ministers please read in your
churches.
May 7th, '70, 3t.
INFORMATION WANTED
Of the whereabouts of my mother Harriet
Grason, of Columbia, Tennessee. She formerly
belonged to General G. Pillow. Any information
respecting her, will be thankfully received, by
her son, Alfred Grason, Galesburg Post Office,
Illinois.
INFORMATION WANTED
Susan Arnot wishes to learn the whereabouts
of her children, three girls and one boy, who
were taken from Martinsburg, Berkley Co., Va.,
four years ago. Their names are--1, Nelson
Alexander Arnit; 2, Elizabeth Mitchell Arnit;
3, Lucy Virginia Arnot; 4, Harriet Matilda Ar-
not. My children were formerly owned by Gor.
Morrisson. SUSAN ARNOT.
Richmond, Virginia,
Corner of Tenth and Clay Streets.
july 12--3mo
INFORMATION WANTED
The brother of Noah Camper, Co. 1,4th Reg't
United States Colored Troops, who lost a leg,
and was discharged by order of Maj. Gen. Cadwal-
lader, commanding Dep't of Pennsylvania, about
April 30th, 1865, desires information as to the
whereabouts of said N. Camper. It is feared
he is dead. Tidings of him will be gladly re-
ceived at Freedmen's Relief Rooms, No. 424
Walnut street, Phila.
INFORMATION WANTED
The subscriber is desirous of obtaining infor-
mation of his seven sisters and two brothers, viz:
Maria Pryor, Nancy Copeland, Mary Ann Dam-
son, Hannah Damson, Sarah Damson, Harriet J.
Damson, Martha A. L. P. Damson, and Joseph
W. and Christopher Damson. They were last
heard from about sixteen years ago in Dunlap
Creek, Allegheny Co., Va., and formerly belonged
to a man named Damson. Any information will
be kindly received by
JOHN COPELAND,
Or, M. P. RILEY,
New Alexandria, Pa.
INFORMATION WANTED
Can any one inform me of the whereabouts of
Emily Wilson, the mother of Amanda Jane Wil-
son? She belonged to John K. Wilson, who
lived in Montgomery County, Tennessee, four
miles from Clarksville. She was sold and taken
to Mississippi, in 1856 ; or of Eveline Wilson,
who belonged to the same John K. Wilson, who,
after selling my mother, removed from Mont-
gomery County, Tennessee, to Marshal County,
Kentucky, eighteen miles from Paducah. Har-
riet Wilson, another sister, was sold to Joseph
Dear, and taken to Texas. My name was Aman-
da Jane Wilson. I left Kentucky in 1861 or
1862. My name now is Amanda Jane Bass.
Any information of the above named persons
will be thankfully received.
AMANDA JANE BASS,
Hamilton, C. W.
INFORMATION WANTED
Can anyone inform me of the whereabouts of
Miss Susan Onely, who came from Virginia, in
the year 1847, to the City of Philadelphia, Pa.
and was raised princepally by a Quaker family,
by the name of Willens, who reside on the cor-
ner of 5th and Collowhill Sts., Phila The last
account we heard of her, was, that she had gone
somewhere in the State to live. Any information
of her whereabouts will be thankfully received
by her brother, John E Onely, No 33 Chapel St,
Brooklyn. L I, or at the office of the Christian
Recorder, 619 Pine Street, Philadelphia. 3m
INFORMATION WANTED
Of Abbie Davis, daughter of Rachel Davis,
who was born at Wilmington, Delaware. She
was carried to Cuba, by Mr.Guelle, for Mr.
Peter Bodway, over thirty-five years ago.
Since then she had been with Mr. Martin, of
Texas, and latterly with Mr. A. Bell of New
Orleans. She kept a wash house in New Or-
leans, about 1862 Her husband died about 7
years ago.
Any information will be most thankfully re-
ceived by her distressed mother
RACHEL DAVIS,
Care Christian Recorder,
Box 2975, Philadelphia,
Pennsylvania.
Aug. 5--3t.
Information Wanted
A gentleman by the name of
Joseph Phillips, residing in Grants-
ville [Grantsville], Nevada, is very anxious to
learn of the whereabouts of his
relatives. In order that they may
be identified, we are requested to
state that he belonged to a Mr.
Scott, of this city, who owned a
plantation about 25 miles above
Baton Rouge, and was sold in com-
pany [company] with four cousins in 1850 or
1851. He was purchased by a Mr.
Blancha, a dentist, No. 104 Royal
street. After that he was sold to a
negro trader named Hatch, who, in
turn, sold him to a Mr. Faulknay,
of Texas. When with his first
owner he went by the name of Val-
ance [Valance] Scott. When with the den-
tist [dentist], Joseph Blancha.
His father's name was Baptiste
Phillips; his mother is dead; he left
in this city an aunt named Fanny,
and two cousins, Matilda and
Chloe. Any information furnished
the LOUISIANAN concerning these
people will be thankfully received.
Information Wanted
Any one that was in Company C,
of the Virginia Regiment of the Civil
War, of which John Anderson was a
private soldier, any information will
be thankfully received by his widow
Mrs. Catherine Anderson, 1808 Etting
Street. 1t
INFORMATION WANTED
as to the whereabouts of JOHN
HENRY HOLMES, son of Chas. Holmes.
Please inform Mrs. Lydia A. Grimes,
192 Wayne street, Jersey City, N. J.
INFORMATION WANTED
Concerning my father and mother, Stephen and
Patsie Harris,--my two brothers, Dennis and
Manuel Harris,--and my three sisters, Maria,
Rosetta, and Aggie Harris, and also of Benjamin,
Manuel, and Austin Darrel. When I left my
father, mother, brothers and sisters, they were
living near Paris, Henry county, West Tennes-
see. When I last heard from my uncles, they
were residing at Winchester, Franklin county,
West Tennessee. Any information concerning
either of the above named persons will be grate-
fully received by their son and brother, Benjamin
Harris. I now live in Keokuk, Lee Co., Iowa;
and any person who knows any thing about the
missing parties will confer a great favor upon me
by writing to me, or publishing the same in this
paper, or by addressing a note to Benjamin Har-
ris, care of H. C. Terrel, Box No. 476 Keokuk,
Iowa.
INFORMATION WANTED
Concerning my mother, Mrs. Lucy Wright, formerly of Charleston, South Carolina; subsequently she went to Mobile, Alabama, and married there. She now goes by the name of Lucy Kennedy. She is the mother of seven children, viz: William, Samuel, James Wesley, Adam, Willis, Sarah, and Mary. Any information concerning my said mother, addressed to Powell House, 153 Thompson street. New York city, will confer a special favor and oblige her anxious son. WILLIS WRIGHT may 30-6t
INFORMATION WANTED
DES MOINES, IOWA, Oct. 22, 1894.--
EDITOR BYSTANDER: I want to enquire
for my father, Allen Bradford. The
last time I heard of him was in 1863.
He was a barber on a boat running
from Montgomery, Ala., to Mobile. He
had four daughters who belonged to a
family named Bibb. The names of his
daughters were: Kate, McDora, Jessie
and Orlean. Any information of his
whereabouts will be thankfully re-
ceived [received]. The last time I heard from
him he was in Bloomfield, Georgia.
Direct any such information to
MRS. McDORA DUNGEE
812 W. Eleventh Street,
Des Moines, Iowa.
Other papers please copy.
INFORMATION WANTED
Eliza Larkman, formerly owned
by Richard Griffin, was sold to Miss
Mary Emack, who came to Baltimore
in 1860; mother's name was
Deborah; brother is Arthur Lockerman,
who lives at Unity, Montgomery
Co., Md. 4t-11-3
INFORMATION WANTED
I would like to hear of my mother, Mary Cartmore, who was formerly owned by William McDonough, of Nelson county, Kentucky. Any information in regard to Frances Cartmore or William Cartmore, who are my brother and sister, will be thankfully received by JOHN LANE, Box 136 Middletown, Conn.
INFORMATION WANTED
Information wanted of Betsey Wiggins,
my mother, and Moses Wiggins, my father.
I last heard from them about four years
ago. They were then in Westman County.
Md. They were owned by Edward Crabb,
and were members of the Methodist Church,
in Fredericksburg, Va. Any information
of their whereabouts will be thankfully re-
ceived by their daughter,
MARY FRANCIS WIGGINS,
No. 1428 Spruce Street,
Philadelphia Pa.
May 25,'67 - 1t.
INFORMATION WANTED
Information wanted of James Haskins, a youth
seventeen years of age, who left the farm of Mr.
Thomas Epps, in Nottoway county, Virginia, in
May, 1865, with the Union Army.
Any information concerning this young man
will be thankfully received by his father, in
Richmond, Virginia. His brother Oscar, and
sister Nancy are in Richmond also.
Address, JAMES HASKINS,
(Care of Rev. W. D. Harris,)
Richmond, Va.
June 30--1m.
INFORMATION WANTED
Information wanted of my children Harris
Dickerson, Mary Ann Dickerson, Joseph
Henry Dickerson, Charles Garrison Dickerson,
and Enols Dickerson, who were sold in
Virginia, in 1852. Also my sister Louisa
Gaiter. Any information would be thankfully
received by their father and mother,
Enols and Mary Dickerson.
Southern ministers please inquire. Direct
to Mrs. Mary Dickerson, care of H. T.
Rhodes, 631 Pine Street, Philadelphia, Pa.
March 9th, 1867. 4t.
Information Wanted
Information wanted of my father and
mother, David and Lucy Morgan, who
formerly lived ten miles from Memphis,
Tenn. They were last heard of by me
four years ago. Also, of my sisters Han-
nah Davis Catharine and Savannah Mor-
gan, and of my brother Charles Levi
Morgan. All of whom formerly belong-
ed to Wm. Morgan.
Address Tenneesean, box 1150, Nash-
ville, Tenn. je6-1m
Information Wanted
New Westminister, British Columbia,
May 13, 1865.
Information Wanted of John Frances, of Boston, Mass., who came to California in 1854. Any information concerning the above named person will be thankfully received. Please direct to Geo P. Riley, New Westminister, B.C.
INFORMATION WANTED
of a lost boy, by his parents, who left his
home, Cumberland, in June, 1889 and
has not been heard from since. This is
very painful to a loving mother. This
is my only son, who is four feet in height,
of a very fair complexion and straight,
brown hair. He is a very intelligent looking
boy, with a pin hole at the front part
of each ear, and a scar on the left side of
his face near the ear, produced by a lance
Age--13 years and 2 months. A reward
of $10 will be paid for his recovery Address,
Edward Alexander. 114 Bedford
street, Cumberland, Md. His name is
John Cholly.
INFORMATION WANTED
Of Ashton Garrett--the father of Matthew and
Harry Garrett. Matthew and Harry Garrett
are desirous of learning the whereabouts of their
father, Ashton Garrett, who disappeared very
suddenly. Their home is near Louisa Court
House, Virginia.
Any information concerning the missing party
will be most thankfully received at the residence
of Rev. William H. Furness, 1426 Pine Street,
Philadelphia, Penna.
may 5-1t
INFORMATION WANTED
Of Berry Goodwin, and Andrew Goodwin,
and Henry Goodwin, and Peter Goodwin,
formerly owned by Thomas Evans of North
Carolina, Chewon county.
Ministers please publish this in the
churches South. JOHN W. GOODWIN,
South Camden, N. J.
Aug. 15, 1868. 4t.
INFORMATION WANTED
Of Beverly Evans and wife, formerly slaves
of Dr. Young, of Louisville, Ky. Any in-
formation will be thankfully received if ad-
dressed to their daughter,
HARRIET EVANS,
Savannah, Ga.,
Or to JAMES T. BENTLEY,
926 Chestnut St., Phila , Pa.
Nov. 7--1t.
INFORMATION WANTED
Of Corney Whiters, by her daughter, Joanna
Whiters, formerly of Elizabeth City, North Ca-
rolina, being then the "property" of Mr. Whi-
ters. Any intelligence concerning her will be
thankfully received at No. 707 Callowhill street,
Philadelphia. 1t
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.
ja24
Information Wanted
of former slaves of William W.
Standley, of Port Royal. Sold with-
out owner's consent, 1859.
MRS. LILLIAN S. CLAYTON,
5112 Delancey Street,
Philadelphia, Pa.
INFORMATION WANTED
Of Frederick Collins, who left Pittsburgh,
Pa., in February, 1864. He was last heard
from in Memphis, Tenn. He is now 16 years
old, and is slightly marked with the small-
pox. Address.
59 Arthurs St , Pittsburgh, Pa.
Aug. 15, 1868. 1t
INFORMATION WANTED
Of George McCard (colored), from Jefferson
County, Virginia, late of New York Veteran
Volunteers, stationed at Halltown, near Har-
per's Ferry, Virginia. His aunt, Catharine
Mackey, and his grandmother, Nancy Hill,
are in Carlisle, Pa. His mother, Ann Jones,
is in Clarke County, Va.
Aug. 1--2t.
INFORMATION WANTED
OF GREENWOOD COOKE, (COLORED,)
who left his home in Wake county, five
miles west of Raleigh, on the second day after
the surrender of Johnston's army. The last time
heard from was in the State of New York.
Any information concerning him will be thankfully
received by his mother.
ELIZA COOKE, Raleigh, N.C.
June 22, 1867. 39-3t.
Information Wanted
OF JANE C. BALEM (COLORED WOMAN, MY
wife), formerly owned by Tamond Hooper, of Cobb
county, Ga. Address ROBERT BALEM,
jv7d3* Humphrey, Cattaraugus co., N Y.
INFORMATION WANTED
Of John Cooper. When last heard from he
was in Georgetown, D. C. Any informa-
tion of his whereabouts will be thankfully
received by Catharine Higgins, his grand-
mother, No. 616 Barclay street, Philadel-
phia, Pa.
INFORMATION WANTED
Of John Humphrey ; also, of my mother, Milly
Humphrey and my sisters Sarah Ann Hum-
phrey and Helen Humphrey. I left them at
Fairfax County Court House, Va., in 1851.--
They were owned by Cook Fitzhugh. Any in-
formation concerning them please send to
HENRY HUMPHREY,
Williamsville, Mich.
or, Rev. Wm. J. ANDERSON,
Niles, Michigan.
Ministers please notice for them and govern
themselves accordingly.
May 19--2t.
INFORMATION WANTED
Of Julia Washington, of Middletown, Sus-
sex, Co., Va., formerly owned by Spencer
Pleasant, and hired out to Alderman Inner-
man. Address her son,
GODFREY WASHINGTON,
Bordentown, N. J.
July 11. 4t
Information Wanted
Of LEE ANDREW HUMBLER, A COLORED BOY,
my son, who was carried off together with his
brother, Sam Henry, by the rebels in some of their
raids into Southern Kentucky. The boys were parted
at Knoxville, Tenn, and Lee Andrew was taken to-
ward [toward] Savannah. Sam Henry has got home. I will pay
a liberal reward for the return of my son or give my
warmest thanks for information that will lead to his re-
covery [recovery]. LEROY HUMBLER,
a8 d9&wl* Butlerville, Allen co., Ky.
INFORMATION WANTED
Of Maria Branch, who left Lexington,
Ky., in company with Emma Tyler,
Her husband, Benjamin Branch., will be
glad to learn where she is. He will be
found at Harry Brown's Factory street,
Springfield, O. apll 15. 2t
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 this office. je12
Information Wanted
OF MRS. JANE TWINE (late Jane Orr), wife
of Elias Twine, from Baltimore. Mrs. Twine.
It is believed, formally resided in Yreka and
Shasta. Her sister, Elsina Maze, has lately arrived
from Baltimore, and is desirous of hearing
from her. Any information will be thankfully
received. Direct, ELSINA MAZE, care of Editor
Elevator, San Francisco. de13
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 - one month, and send
bill to this office.) a23tf.
INFORMATION WANTED
Of my brother Charles ; last heard from ten years
ago, and was then at New Orleans very sick. --
Also, my brother Bob, who went to the army four
years ago ; since heard from at Winchester, Va.
Also, my brother-in-law, Peter Pryor, who was
sold five years ago to Florida. Also, my brother
Irvin ; was sold twenty years since at Charleston,
Va. All, except Peter Pryor, belonged to Mr.
Damron, viz : Charles Copeland, Robert Dam-
ron, (often called Bob,) Peter Pryor, and Irvin
Copeland.
I shall ever be grateful to any friend of hu-
manity for any information given of the above
persons. Address,
H. P. RILEY,
New Alexandria, Westmoreland Co.,
Dec. 5--tf. Pa.
INFORMATION WANTED
of my brother Charles Taylor, an inmate of
the Colored Orphan Asylum, New York,
during the year 1858, since which date I
have heard nothing of him. Address his on-
ly sister Dora Taylor 1511 Burton St. Phila.
INFORMATION WANTED
of my brother Paul Reynolds, who was sold from Beaufort during the war by Mr. Washington Fripp, to a gentleman living in Athens Ga. When last heard from in 1865, he was living 15 miles from Athens. Any information concerning his whereabouts will be thankfully received by me. MORRIS REYNOLDS, Or his father and mother, Daniel and Mary Raynolds, St. Helena Island, at Robt. Fuller's plantation. nov. 28-lt.
INFORMATION WANTED
Of my brother, James Keelin, colored, late
of Norfolk, Va., now supposed to reside in
Philadelphia, Pa. Any information of him
will be thankfully received by his brother,
NAT KEELIN,
(Care of Capt. D. G. Thomas,)
Army Square Clothing Department,
Washington, D. C.
Nov. 14--1t.
INFORMATION WANTED
Of my brother, John Blunt, who may answer to
the name of John Blair or John Skinner, who
formerly resided in Edenton, N. C., and owned
by Martha Skinner. He was sold and taken to
Charlottesville, N. C., in either 1860 or 1861,
and when last heard from he was in Newbern,
N. C. Any information concerning him will be
most thankfully received by his sister, Rosanna
Blunt, who can be addressed at No. 63 Webster
street, New Haven, Conn.
New Haven, Conn., May 20th, 1866.
INFORMATION WANTED
Of my brother, Solomon Manluff. Address
SUSAN BERRY,
111 Brown St., Frankford,
Philadelphia Co., Pa.
Jan 16- 1t.
INFORMATION WANTED
Of my brother, William Bagley, formerly of
Lunenberg County, Virginia. He was the son
of Washington and Alethea Bagley, and formerly
a slave of George L. Bagley. When I last saw
him he was at Reams Station, Virginia, at the
time of Wilson's raid. When last heard from,
he was in Washington City. Any information
of his whereabouts will be gladly received by
WASHINGTON BAGLEY,
Galway, Henry County,
Illinois
Ministers of the different churches are re-
quested to read this notice to their congrega-
tions. Mar. 24--1m.
INFORMATION WANTED
Of my children Martha Ann, Watson and Wil-
liam Daniel. I last saw them in Virginia, in the
custody of Jas. Dillard.
My name, at that time, was Lockey Garland.
I have since married, and my name is now Loc-
key Jones.
Persons possessing the desired information will
please address
LOCKEY JONES,
A. M. E. Church,
Natchez, Mississippi.
INFORMATION WANTED
Of my children, Lewis, Lizzie, and Kate Mason,
whom I last saw in Owensboro, Ky. They were
then "owned" by David and John Hart ; that
is, the girls were,--but the boy was rather the
"property" of Thomas Pointer. Any informa-
tion will be gladly received by their sorrowing
mother, Catharine Mason, at 1318 Hancock St.,
between Master and Thompson, Philada
March 31, 1866.
Information Wanted
Of my children, Thaddeus, Edmund, Albert and
Mary Jones, formerly of Nelson Co., Virginia.
Seven years have elapsed since I was sold from
them in Richmond. Their former "owner" was
William S. Jones. Any information concerning
them will be most thankfully received by their
mother, LARCENIE MAYHOE.
P. S. -- Please address me at Franklinton,
North Carolina, in care of Rev. J. H. Crawford,
(Box 18,) and a mother's gratitude and thanks
will follow you. 1t
INFORMATION WANTED
Of my children, two sons and one daughter,
James and Stephen Washington, and Edlina
Roberson. I last heard from them about six
years ago. They were then at Fort Alabama,
Dales county, Va. Also, my two grandsons,
Robert and Stephen. Their mother's name was
Lucinda Roberson. Their father and grandfa-
ther, who are anxious to hear from them, or see
them, reside in Mill street, Williamsport, Lyco-
ming Co. Pa. Please address
JAMES WASHINGTON,
july-1t Williamsport, Penna.
INFORMATION WANTED
Of my daughter Spencer Ann Ringo, about
8 years old, born in Woodford, Ky. She
was taken to Helena, Arkansas, and then to
Covington, Ky. When the war commenced
she was owned by the Widow Prudence
Ringo, Information wanted also of my
mother, Ann Maria Stradford. She be-
longed to Dr. Blackburn, of Covington, Ky.
Any information of the above persons will
be thankfully received.
Address AMERICA RINGO,
Care of Elias Lewis,
Belleville, St Clair Co. Ill.
Pastors will please read to their congre-
gations!
Aug 29--1t
INFORMATION WANTED
of my daughter Spencer Ann Ringo,was
born in Woodford, county, Ky., belonging to
Dr. Henry Churchill Blackburn, daughter
of America Ringo, was taken from there to
the State of Arkansas with Mr. WIlliam
and Mrs. Ringo, at length Mr. Ringo died,
Mrs. Ringo then returned back to her Uncle
Dr. Henry Churchill Blackburn to Wood-
ford county, Ky., and took Spencer Ann
with her. Ministers in charge please read
this to their congregations often Address
letters to ELIAS LEWIS.
Belleville, Ills.
INFORMATION WANTED
Of my father and mother, David and Rebecca
Tennerson. When I last saw them they were at
Parisville, Va. My father was claimed to be
owned by a man named Benjamin Adams, and
my mother by a woman named Nancy Green. I
have not seen nor heard from them from seven
years. I earnestly request the different pastors,
especially those presiding over Southern Churches,
to read this notice in their charges.
Any information concerning their whereabouts
will be thankfully received by their anxious son.
DAVID T. TENNERSON,
103 Meeting Street,
Providence, R. I.
Providence, June 6th, 1866.
INFORMATION WANTED
Of my father King Payne ; my brothers
Robert, Wylie, and Senior Bryant, and my
sisters Julia, and Lucy Bryant, and Betty
James, and my uncle Jacob Payne, supposed
to be living near Hempstead, Austin Co , Tex-
as. Persons knowing their whereabouts will
confer a favor upon their son, and brother
Henry, who left during the war. Address
HENRY BRYANT,
622 Ronaldson Street,
Philadelphia, Pa.
P. S. Ministers will please read in their
congregations. mar 27-1t
INFORMATION WANTED
Of my father, George Brewer, He is a
Methodist minister. When last heard
from in 1881, he was in Chesterfield district,
South Carolina. He had six of us
children--George, John, Gideon, Esther,
Ann and Malinda. They were all living
in Chesterfield district when last heard
from. Any information of their whereabouts
will be highly appreciated by
Moll Lockett, H ghton, La.
INFORMATION WANTED
Of my father, Joshua Clarke, my mother,
Polly Clarke, my brother, Joshua, and sis-
ter Kate. In our family there were four
daughters and one son. I am the oldest
daughter. I was sold about thirteen years
ago, to Alabama. My father, mother, bro-
ther and sisters were then living in Rich-
mond, Va. Please address any information
to ALICE MITCHELL,
(Care Rev. Levi Walker,)
Glennville, Barbour Co., Ala.
Ministers will please read in their congre-
gations.
Nov. 28--2t.
INFORMATION WANTED
Of my husband, George W. Birton, of Company
A, 115th Regiment, United States Army. When
last heard from, in 1865, he was in the hospital
at Brownsville. Any information will be thank-
fully received by his wife. Address
JANE BIRTON,
No. 20 Acorn Alley, Philadelphia.
(Chap. R. R. Laitine, U. S. A.)
May 19--2t.
INFORMATION WANTED
Of my husband, George W. Burton. When last
heard from, in 1865, he was in Brownsville,
Texas, in the hospital located there. Any in-
formation addressed to myself (his wife) at No.
20 Acorn Alley, will be most thankfully received.
Perhaps I should have stated that my husband
was a member of the 115th Regiment U. S. Co-
lored Troops. 1t
INFORMATION WANTED
Of my husband, Peter Dickson. I last saw him
in North Carolina, nine years ago. Any infor-
mation concerning him will be most thankfully
received by his wife, Nancy Dickson, at No. 804
South Eighth street, Philadelphia
Ministers, please notice.
july 1t
INFORMATION WANTED
Of my mother and father, Caroline and Issac
Denna ; also, my sisters, Fanny, Jane, and Betsy
Denna, and my brothers, Robert R., Hugh Hen-
ry, and Philander Denna. We were born in Fau-
quier Co , Va. In 1849 they were taken from
the plantation of Josiah Lidbaugh, in said county,
and carried to Winchester to be sold.
About the same time I left my home in Clark
Co , and have not heard from them since. The
different ministers of Christian churches will do
a favor by announcing the above, and any infor-
mation will be gladly received by
GEO. HENRY DENNA,
Galva, Henry Co.,
Nov. 18--3t. Illinois.
INFORMATION WANTED
Of my mother and father, Matilda and William
Reynolds, well known in Essex Co., Va, from
which place they were sold some eight or nine
years ago, being at that time the "property" of
Dr. John Taylor. I hope that the ministers of
our respective churches will make public an-
nouncement of the same. Any information con-
cerning the missing parties will be most thank-
fully received. Please address me at Davenport,
Iowa. LUCINDA REYNOLDS.
Davenport, Iowa, [italics] March 9th, 1866.
mar 31-2t
INFORMATION WANTED
Of my mother, Catharine Seegon, and Isabella,
Rachel, Parry, and David Seegon. When I last
heard of them, in 1863, they were at Atlanta,
Ga. The ministers will please announce it to
their congregations. Any information will be
thankfully received. Please address
RICHARD SEEGON,
Pottsville, Schuylkill Co.,
Pennsylvania.
May 19-- 1t.
INFORMATION WANTED
Of my mother, Lavinia Miner. I last saw her
in 1861, in Hanover Co., Va. I would also like
to hear from my brothers (Thomas Washington
and Wm. Alfred Miner) and sisters (Millrit and
Margaret Ellen Miner.) I last saw them in
Richmond. Any information concerning their
whereabouts will be most thankfully received by
an affectionate son and brother.
ANDREW MINER,
No. 209 Monroe Street, Philadelphia.
N. B.--Ministers, please read this in your
congregations.
INFORMATION WANTED
Of my mother, Lucy Mandinell, also my brother,
Charles Grandnall, and two sisters, Cornelia and
Ada. When I left them, they were living with
a man named Turpin, one mile from Willow
Springs, fifteen miles from Grand Gulf, and ten
miles from Port Gibson, in Clayborne Co., Miss.
I have two uncles, on named Thomas Mandi-
nell, and the other Richard Mandinell. Their
owner was a lady who lived at Willow Springs.
Any information will be thankfully received
by addressing
JULIA MANDINELL CRAWFORD,
Care of J. W. Wright,
Monongahela House,
3t. Pittsburgh, Pa.
INFORMATION WANTED
Of my mother, Lucy Smith, of Hopkinsville,
Ky., formerly the slave of Dr. Smith. She
was sold to a Mr. Jenks, of Louisiana. Of
my aunt, Sarah Smith, sold to Mrs. Rhodes,
of Summerville, Tenn. Of my brother, Pe-
ter, and my cousins Ann and Jane Smith,
sold to Edd. Dickerson, negro trader. Also
of my cousin, Edmund Smith, sold to Squire
Black. EPHRAIM ALLEN,
332 Grisom St., Philadelphia, Pa.
Nov. 21--1mo.
INFORMATION WANTED
Of my mother, Parthenia Chism, of my
brothers Jackson, Green, Willis, and Smith
Chism. Also of my sisters Mary and Phillis
Chism ; all living when last heard from
with John Chism, near Versailles, Morgan
county, Missouri.
I heard from them about twelve years
ago. Any person knowing their where-
abouts will confer a favor upon their son
and brother Mingo Chism, who was sold to
John Gibson about eighteen years ago. Ad-
dress THOMAS H. BENTON,
Washington, Iowa.
P. O. Box 315.
P. S.--Minsters will please read this in
their congregations. may8
INFORMATION WANTED
Of my mother, Rebecca Skinner, or my brother
Washington, and my sisters, Nancy, Keziah,
Hester, Martha, Joanna, Catharine, and Griscil-
la Skinner, who were well known in North Caro-
lina. They were sold by Joshua Skinner to
South Carolina, fourteen years ago, to Dr Ur-
ley. I hope that the ministers of our respective
churches will make public announcement of the
same. Any information concerning them will
be thankfully received. Address
ALFRED SKINNER,
Pottsville, Schuylkill Co.,
Pennsylvania.
INFORMATION WANTED
Of my mother, Susan Jones. I last saw her in
Richmond, 15 years ago, when she left for Phila-
delphia. I have not heard from her since. Any
information will be thankfully received, by ad-
dressing her son,
EDWARD T JONES,
No. 708 Lombard street,
Philadelphia.
INFORMATION WANTED
Of my mother, Virginia Sheperd, also of my
sisters, Mary, Louisa, Mandy and Caroline
Sheperd ; of my brother, William H. Shep-
erd ; my uncle Paten Sheperd, and my aunt
Dibsy Madison, all of whom belonged to
Ben Sheperd. Also of my aunt Martha
Young, who belonged to Henry Young. All
lived in Prince Edward Co., Virginia.
My mother and her four children were
sold, at Prince Edward County Court House,
to a slave trader named Sam Jenkins. Any
information of the above named persons
will be thankfully received by Martha
Sheperd.
Address MARTHA PARIS,
Lebanon, St. Clair Co., Ill.
Ministers will please read this notice to
their congregations.
Aug. 29--1t.
INFORMATION WANTED
Of my parents, Rowland and Caroline Fitzhugh.
When last heard from, in 1864, they were in
Clay Co., Missouri. They belonged to Henry
Morton.
Address, MARY FITZHUGH,
2017 Spring Garden St.,
Feb. 24--1m. Philadelphia.
INFORMATION WANTED
Of my sister, Ann Ford, who left Maryland
about sixteen years ago. She had three
sons, Joseph, William, and John. Her fa-
ther's name was David Dorsy, and her bro
ther's name was Henry Dorsy. Please ad-
dress CATHERINE RUSSELL,
No. 94 Leadenhall St., Baltimore, Md.
Oct. 24--2t.
INFORMATION WANTED
Of my son Charles Blackwell. He was sold
from me in Lancaster county, Virginia, ten
years ago, when quite young. He was sold
from the estate of Mr. Joseph Beacham to
Mr. Lewis Dix, and then taken to Mississip-
pi. I am an old man and need the compan-
ionship of my son. Any assistance in se-
curing information of his whereabouts will
be thankfully received. Ministers in Mis-
sisippi and throughout the entire country
will please read in their churches. Address
information to my address,
LEWIS BLACKWELL.
Lancaster Court House,
may8-2t. Virginia.
INFORMATION WANTED
Of my son, Jefferson Chamberlaine, who was for-
merly owned by Harriet Philbates, of Lanesville,
James City County, Va. He was in Washington,
D. C., last year. I also desire to hear from my
son-in-law, Orange, and his wife, my daughter,
Matilda. I want them to come and help me, as
I am unable to take care of myself. Any in-
formation will be gratefully received, and may
be sent to MRS. CHAMBERLAINE,
Care of J. Greenbaum,
No. 222 Broad Street,
INFORMATION WANTED
Of my son, William Henry Fisher, son of Phoebe
Tobana, formerly Bryant, of Washington, Wash-
ington Co., Pa. When last heard from he was
in Detroit, Michigan. Any one knowing any
thing of their whereabouts will confer a great
favor by addressing
PHOEBE BRYANT,
Pittsburgh, Pa.
Sept. 8--2t.
INFORMATION WANTED
Of my son, William Riley, of Maryland.
He formerly was known by the name of
Stephen Jones.
Any information will be thankfully re-
ceived by his mother,
MARY ANN RILEY.
Address A. T. Stokes, Box 1257, Williams-
port.
Sept. 17--1t.
INFORMATION WANTED
Of my son. John H. Boesman. When last heard
from, he was living in Washington, North Caro-
lina. Any information relating to his wherea-
bouts will be most thankfully received by his
mother, the undersigned. When writing, please
address as follows:--
EMELINE BOESMAN,
No. 22 Winter St., New Haven, Conn.
July 21, 1866. 2t
INFORMATION WANTED
Of my three brothers, Osborn, Philip and James
Johnson. They were orginally residents of
Edenton, N. C., owned by Jas. C. Johnson, who
sold them to a man named Jas. Allston.
I have learned that James was in Cleveland or
Columbus, Ohio.
Any information addressed to me will be
thankfully received.
ISOM ALLSTON,
13 Winter Street,
New Haven, Conn.
INFORMATION WANTED
Of my two daughters, named respectively Hester
and Hannah, the former twenty years of age,
and the latter nineteen. When last heard of,
they were going to Missouri. I heard they were
at Bowling Green some time since, where they
were raised.
[No name was signed to this advertisement.
--Ed.]
INFORMATION WANTED
OF MY TWO SONS, WILLIE AND CHAMPION,
who left me in 1864, when Wilson's
parade took place in Virginia. Willie is about
23 years of age, low, chunky and very dark.
Champion is about 19 years of age, spare made,
and of ginger colored complexion. Their
whereabouts is not exactly known, but I am of
opinion they are either in Washington City or
Texas. Any information concerning them will
be thankfully received by their aged and infirm
father.
RICHARD ELLIOTT,
P.O. Raleigh, N.C.
May 12, 1868 128-tf.
Information Wanted
OF MY WIFE, LUCY BLAIR, WHO I LEFT
in Jonesboro, Washington county, East
Tennessee, five years ago. She was then living
with William Blair. I was raised by John Blair.
I am a wagonmaker by trade, and would be
thankful for any information respecting her
whereabouts. I am in Nashville, Tenn, on Gay
street, north of the Statehouse. Address me or
the Colored Tennessean, Nashville, Tenn, Box
1150. HENRY HILL
jy29-3m
Information Wanted
OF NANCY YOUNG, who was living in Summer-
ville in 1861, and belonged to Mrs. Edward Lowndes,
but was afterwards sold to Mr. Colder, and carried up
the country, perhaps to Spartensburg (sp) or Columbia.
Any information respecting her whereabouts will be
thankfully received by her son, Thomas S. P. Miller,
at Charleston, S. C. Mar. 10 w.
Information Wanted
Of oldest daughter Jane's children. One son by
the name of Andrew, another by the name of
Ransom, and another by the name of George,
who were taken from me and sold when they
were very small.
Also two others, (twins) one was called Martha Ann
and the other had no name. The name of the
father of these children is Washington. He be-
longed to a man in Franklinton, Ky., whose
name was Joseph Kearney.
The mother of these children belonged to a
man in Franklin Co, Ky., by the name of Seth
Ward, her name is Charity Ward, wife of Wash-
ington Kearney, who was killed by a fall from a
wagon. Any information concerning any of the
above, will be thankfully received by addressing
W. A. BOOKRAM,
Franklinton,
North Carolina.
INFORMATION WANTED
Of Oliver Franklin Lee and Charles William
Lee, the children of Alfred and Eliza Ann Lee.
Oliver belonged to William H. Cassaday, of Vir-
ginia, and Charles to David and Josephine Den-
ham of Virginia.
The mother and father, who are anxious to see
them, reside on M. Street, between 16 and 16 1/2
streets, Washington, D. C.
May 19--2t.
INFORMATION WANTED
Of one Henry Collins, who left Baltimore last
September, 1865. Any information, that can be
given of his whereabouts, will be compensated
by his brother. Direct to Princeton, N. J.
INFORMATION WANTED
Of our two children. Titus and Ellen Shrop-
shire wish to be informed of the whereabouts of
Josephine and Thomas B. Shropshire, their two
children, who were stolen from them by Brown
and Rodgers, in 1860, from Schuyler County,
Missouri.
Any person or persons knowing any thing of
importance concerning the missing parties will
confer a favor on the parents by dropping a few
lines to them at Keokuk, Iowa.
Very respectfully,
TITUS AND ELLEN SHROPSHIRE.
august 20--4w
Information Wanted
of Robert Anthony, John and Margaret
Green, children of Mr. Jacob and
Mrs. Mary Ann Green, sold by B. C
Flannagan, at Charlottesville, Va., in
1861.
INFORMATION WANTED
OF ROSAMON MOBLEY, who formerly
belonged to Mr. C.P. Pelham. When
heard of, she was going to Sumter to look
for her father and mother. Any informa-
tion concerning her will be thankfully re-
ceived by SUSANNAH BABRIGE.
Aug 19
INFORMATION WANTED
Of Samuel Lucas Evans, who left Trenton, New
Jersey, in or about the year 1835, in company
with the family of Mr. Sunderland, for Illinois,
aged about thirty years, blacksmith by trade.
Any information concerning the above will be
thankfully received by an anxious and loving
sister. Address No. 58 Thompson Street, New
York. Yours sincerely,
JANE LUCAS EVANS
july 7--1t.
INFORMATION WANTED
Of Samuel, Thomas H., and Sarah Price the
children of Mary Hill. They were sold from
Maryland in 1859, from the estate of Har-
riet Buchanan. Address their mother,
MARY HILL,
Chambersburg, Pa.
INFORMATION WANTED
Of Sarah Elizabeth Weathonton : when last
heard from she was at Cairo, Ills., on the steam-
er "City of Alton." This was about four years
ago. Also, of her sister, Jane Eithenton, who
lived with Billy Eithenton, in Davis Co., Ky.,
about seven years ago. Also, of her sister, Del-
pha Ann Weathonton, who lived with Harvey
Fight about four years ago, near Trenton, Ten-
nessee.
Ministers who make inquiry will greatly oblige,
and any information will be a great favor to their
mother, LETITIA WEATHONTON,
Care of Rev. Wm. J. Anderson,
Nov. 18--2t. Niles, Mich.
INFORMATION WANTED
Of Susan Fickland and Ellen Rollins, daughters
of Mary Fickland, now residing in Washington
city, D.C., and formerly belonging to the estate
of George Nelson, of Culpeper Court House,
Va Any information concerning them may be
sent to Rev. Wm. H. Hunter, pastor of Israel
church, Washington, D. C., and oblige their
mother, MARY FICKLAND.
Washington, D. C., June 26th.
july 1t
INFORMATION WANTED
Of the children (sons) of Julia Graham,
from Louisville, Ky. When she left Louis-
ville, they belonged to James Golden. Ad-
dress information to
JULIA THOMAS,
Windsor, Ca.
Aug. 29--1t.
INFORMATION WANTED
Of the children of Hagar Outlaw, who went from
Wake Forest. Three of them, (their names
being Cherry, Viny, and Mills Outlaw.) were
bought by Abram Hester Noah Outlaw was
taken to Alabama by Joseph Turner Hillsborough.
John Outlaw was sold to George Vaughan. Eli
Outlaw was sold by Joseph Outlaw. He acted
as watchman for old David Outlaw. Thomas
Rembry Outlaw was taken away by Wm. Outlaw.
Julia Outlaw was sold in New Orleans by Dr.
Outlaw. I live in Raleigh, and I hope they will
think enough of their mother to come and look
for her, as she is growing old, and needs help.
She will be glad to see them again at her side.
The place is healthy, and they can all do well
here. As the hand of time steals over me now
so rapidly, I wish to see my dear ones once more
clasped to their mother's heart as in days of yore.
Come to the capital of North Carolina, and you
will find your mother there, eagerly awaiting
her loved ones.
Hugh Outlaw, if you should find any or all of
my children, you will do me an incalculable favor
by immediately informing them that their mo-
ther still lives.
INFORMATION WANTED
of the following members of my family,
who lived in Loudon County, Virginia.
Jefferson Berryman, his daughter Anna
Mason Berryman, and two sons, George
Jackson Berryman and Thomas Jefferson
Berryman. Also, of Mary Catharine Berry-
man, who went to Missouri about 12 years
ago. My mother, now deceased, was named
Maria Berryman. Ministers in Virginia and
Missouri will please read in their churches.
Address information to Permelia Muse,
Medford, Burlington, co., N. J.
INFORMATION WANTED
Of the following persons: Benjamin Har-
per, my husband ; Malinda Turmond, my
daughter ; Amy A. Cox, my husband's mo-
ther ; Riley Harper, Augusta and Willis Nor-
mond, Sarah Normond, Lucinda Freeman,
Gracie A. Cox, Polly Mitchell, and Lizzie
Harper, relatives of my husband. Any in-
formation addressed to me will be thankful-
ly received. MARY TURMIN,
(Care of Mrs. Adelaide Townsend)
New Richmond, Ohio.
Nov. 7--1mo.
Information Wanted
OF the following persons:- MARY ANN
RINGO, AMERICA and HENRY THOMPSON,
of Liberty, Clay County, Missouri; also, of
SUSANNAH and ELEANOR DARBY. who resided
near Liberty, and HARRISON KANE, of
Platte City, Missouri.
Any information of the above parties will be
gladly received by their mother, CATHERINE JACKSON,
of Benicis. She came to California from
Missouri, with Mr. Marsh, in 1852.
The "Nationalist" of Mobile, and "Tennessean"
of Nashville, will publish the above one month
and send bills to the office of this paper. We will
remit immediately on receipt of bills. ma29
INFORMATION WANTED
Of the Hillard family; Samuel and Ephraim
Moore, formerly belonging to Samuel Moore,
of Jackson county, Ala.; Rachel, Masey, and
John Moore, all of Albany. They may find
Joshua Moore by writing to
Rev. J. A. WARREN,
Cleveland, Ohio.
Oct. 24--2t.
INFORMATION WANTED
Of the whereabous of Mr. Zebulon A. Drowry
will be thankfully received, if forwarded to
his distressed wife.
Mrs. MARY A. DROWRY,
1040 Lombard Street,
Philadelphia, Pa.
December 28th, 1867.--1mo.
INFORMATION WANTED
Of the whereabouts of Alfred Johnson. When
last heard from, was in Vicksburg, Miss, in Co.
D.
Also of Samuel Smith and Henry Allen. These
men were all in the same regiment, in Vicks-
burg.
Also Baggely White and Margaret Mathews,
of Natchez. Any information of either of the
above named persons, will be thankfully received
by ELIZABETH SMITH,
Box 617,
Mar. 3--2t Lafayette, Indiana.
INFORMATION WANTED
Of the whereabouts of Harriet Johnson, wife of
Henry Johnson, of Monroe County, Va , form-
erly belonging to James Lewis Woodwill. When
last heard from she was at Montgomery White
Springs, Roanoke County, Va. Any information
will be most thankfully received by her husband,
HENRY JOHNSON,
Feb.3-2w Altoona, Blair Co., Pa.
INFORMATION WANTED
Of the whereabouts of Margaret Steward, wife
of Otway M. Steward, better known in South
Carolina as "O. M. Steward." When last heard
from she was in Charleston, South Carolina, on
the 8th day of January, 1865. She was then
expecting to go to Abbeville C. H. She was
formerly owned by William L. Venning of St.
Thomas' Parish, S. C. , and her maiden name was
McClane.
Any information will be most thankfully re-
ceived by her husband, and may be sent to
O. M. Steward,
Dec. 2-3 mos. Richmond, Va.
INFORMATION WANTED
Of the whereabouts of my mother, Jemima
Craig, and my brothers, Jefferson and Joseph
Craig. When last heard from in March, 1864,
my mother was living at Richard Prairie, near
Leavenworth, in the State of Kansas. Any in-
formation concerning them will be thankfully re-
ceived by addressing
GEORGE CRAIG,
2t. Frankfort, Ky.
Information Wanted
Of the whereabouts of my two sons, Jerry
and James Wilson, formerly of Annapolis,
Md. They were sold from me two years
before the war. Any information of them
will be thankfully received by their mother,
Mary Brown, of Annapolis, Md. The last
account heard from Jerry was from Vicks-
burg, Miss.
January 19, 1867, --1m.
INFORMATION WANTED
Of the whereabouts of one Phoebe Davis. She
formerly belonged to Charles Faulkner, of Mar-
tinsburg, Virginia. At the outbreak of the war
she was sent to Lynchburg, Va., or vicinity, to
live with Thomas Bocock, ex-member of the
rebel Congress. Since the surrender of Rich-
mond, she has been heard, indefinitely, as be-
ing in the neighborhood of Lynchburg, Virginia.
Any information respecting her whereabouts
will be of great comfort to her beloved daughter,
Caroline, who has been in the North twelve
years, and is prepared to aid her. Preachers in
the neighborhood of Lynchburg, are especially
requested to make inquiry. Please send any
information to
BENJAMIN F. PULPRESS,
Post Office Box 549,
Allegheny City, Pa.
INFORMATION WANTED
OF THE WHEREABOUTS OF PINKNEY
OLDS, (colored). When last heard from, he
was at Fort Macon, N.C., and was mustered ou
of the U.S. service at that place in May, 1868
Any information concerning him will be thank
fully [thankfully] received by his father, Toby Olds, at Hook-
erton [Hookerton], N.C.
New York papers please copy.
July 31, 1868. 171—tf.
INFORMATION WANTED
Of the wife and children of Issac Jackson, for-
merly of Good Hope, Louisiana. My wife's
name is Perlina. My children are named Rock-
silania and Harry.
Also, information is wanted of a minister named
Allen Jones.
Any one who may chance to know any thing
concerning the whereabouts of all or either of the
above mentioned persons, will confer a lasting
favor by addressing
Isaac Jackson,
Terre Haute, Indiana.
August 8 -- 1mo
INFORMATION WANTED
of three brothers, by their mother and sister.
Their parents lived in Rookingham Co., North
Carolina, and belonged to a family by the name
of Smith. The father's name was Charles Ed-
wards, and the mother's Esther Smith. One was
taken to Georgia and the other to Texas.
The names of the parties inquired for are
Hance, Richard, and Robert Smith.
Any information concerning the above named
men will be thankfully received by addressing
their sister,
AMY CLEMENS,
Richmond, Ind.
INFORMATION WANTED
Of two girls, named Mary and Matilda Bowrell.
Mary was sold, from Mr. Cane Freeman's estate,
to John G. Paskey, and taken to some part of
the South ; and Matilda was sold to Maj. Russell,
of Williamson Co., Tenn. Their mother, Mrs.
Lucy Bowrell, will be thankful for any informa-
tion concerning them. Address
JAMES J. MAYS,
P. O. Box 1011 Richmond, Virginia.
june 30--8mo
INFORMATION WANTED
OF WILLIAM TURNER, (colored.) He came from
Toronto, C. W., to this city, about four months ago,
since which time his family have not heard from him. He
is supposed to be on some boat plying between this city
and one of the upper lake ports Any information ad-
dressed [addressed] to "WILLIAM RAWLIN, Toronto, C. W., will be
gratefully received by a distressed family. jy15t16
INFORMATION WANTED
Respecting the following named individuals:--
William and Harvey Parker. I left them with
Jack Parker, Providence City, Boone County,
Missouri, May, 1863.
I should also be glad to learn the whereabouts
of my four brothers. William and James were
owned by Mr. McBairn, in the above town.. Geo.
and Henry were owned by Widow Stevens, who
resided about five miles from Providence. Ad-
dress ROBERT PARKER,
Idaho, Col. Ter.
INFORMATION WANTED
The Following Letter Which Has
Been Received by President W.
H. Councill is Self-Explanatory.
Springfield, Ill., Aug. 27, 1899.
Prof. Councill,
Dear S r:—I desire to find a man near
Huntsville by the name of Geo. Robert-
son [Robertson]. He is a farmer and has two daugh-
ters [daughters]. His son Edward W. Robertson
came here about seven months ago and
joined our Church (St. Paul's A. M. E.
Church.) On July 30th he started to
Peoria, Ill., riding the "Blind Bag-
gage [Baggage]." He was killed by the train. We
had him buried in a respectful manner.
I wrote to his father at Huntsville,Ala.,
but my letter has been returned. If I
can hear from his father, I can give him
all the information he desires.
I Remain Fraternally Yours,
GEO. W. DONAGAN,
1038 South 3rd. St.
Springfield, Ill.
INFORMATION WANTED
Of a colored boy named PERCIVAL DELMER, now
about 20 years old, formerly owned by Edgar McKen-
ney, of Virginia. He is now now supposed to be
somewhere in North Alabama. Any information will
be thankfully received by his mother, and may be
sent to the care of THE SELMA PRESS.
INFORMATION WANTED
OF A MAN BY THE NAME OF ELIAS
LOWERY McDERMIT, who used to
belong to Thomas Lyons, of Knoxville, East
Tennessee. He was sold to a man by the
name of Sherman about ten years ago, and
I learned some six years ago that he was
on a steamboat running between Memphis
and New Orleans, and more recently I heard
that he was somewhere on the Cumberland
river, in the Federal army. Any informa-
tion [information] concerning him will be thankfully re-
ceived [received]. Address Colored Tennessean, Nash-
ville [Nashville], Tenn. From his sister who is now
living in Knoxville, East Tennessee.
je24-1m] MARTHA McDERMIT.
INFORMATION WANTED
OF ANDREW CURRAN
Pinkey Bailey, of room 10, city hall,
New Orleans, writes to Mayor W. E.
Lenon for information concerning the
whereabouts of Aaron Curran, a col-
ored [colored] man, who is said to be living in
this city. His name is not in the
city directory, and the police have no
knowledge of him.
Information Wanted
of Isaac Sumner, who left Eastern Virginia
between forty and fifty years ago. When
last heard of was in Boston Mass. Any information
as to his subsequent history will be
thankfully received if addressed to his daughter,
the undersigned,
Harriet Olivier, of New Iberia, La.,
Care of The People's Advocate.
tf.
INFORMATION WANTED
OF SARAH BETTS, COLORED, BY
her mother, who resides in Raleigh, North Carolina.
Any one knowing the whereabouts of said SARAH, will confer
a favor by addressing ELIZA MILLER, care of Standard
office, Raleigh, N.C. feb 26-3t
INFORMATION WANTED CONCERNING
my father, Joseph Mias He used to live in
Gainesborough, Tenn., and then he left
there for Nashville, Tenn., where we left
him; but since then heard that he moved to
Birksville, Ky. He is an old experienced
blacksmith. He had four of us children:
Rosetta, Amanda, Hannah and Joseph.
We were brought from him by Mahala and
Robert Anderson when we were all small,
to Texas. Any information of him will be
very highly appreciated by Amanda Fields,
Bastrop, Texas.
INFORMATION WANTED - OF A LITTLE COLORED Girl, named Sarah E. Johnson; any information of her whereabouts will be gratefully received by her brother, Wm. L. Johnson, at 201 West Twenty-second street, between Seventh and Eighth avenues.
INFORMATION WANTED - OF COLORED BOY, 12 years old, Richard Henry Banks; was at office 69 East Tenth street Saturday evening. Call on or address Mrs. JOHNSTON, 206 West Seventeenth street.
INFORMATION WANTED - Of Miss Novella Payne,
daughter of Daniel and Nellie Payne, of Richmond
County, Va., last heard of her was in 1862, when she was
at Washington, D.C. Any information relative to her
will be thankfully received at the residence of her
brother, JOHN PAYNE, 56 Piedmont street, Boston.
INFORMATION WANTED - OF WILLIAM DELLE-mare, a colored boy of 15 or 16 years. When last heard of was living in Westport, Conn. but is now somewhere in Brooklyn. Any information of his whereabouts will be thankfully received by James Dellemare, 25 Laurens street, rear building.
INFORMATION WANTED --
Of Randell Hord and wife Char-
lotte Hord -- father and mother of
the undersigned, also of Vester and
Lizzie Hord daughters of said Ran-
dell and Charlotte Hord, also I
state for information that Martin,
Brice, Abram, Tom, Warner and
Susan Hord, all seven children of
said Randell and Charlotte Hord,
came to the state of Texas in the
year of 1851, from Jackson County,
Tennessee. Any information con-
cerning them will be thankfully re-
ceived by me their son.
BRICE HORD,
Como, Bastrop Co., Texas
INFORMATION WANTED -- Of
my brother, Smith Satchell, son of
Ann and John Satchell, who left
Eastville, Eastern shore of Virginia,
several years before the war.
Any information of him will be
thankfully received by addressing
his brother, Chas W. Satchell,
320 Dugan St. Philadelphia, Pa.
INFORMATION WANTED -- Of
my mother Mrs. Louisa Hacket.
She was the wife of Lloyd Hacket.
They lived in Prince George
County, Maryland near Laurel
Mills. There were two brothers,
George and Greenberry, and sister
Annie, Caroline, and Emily Hack
et; have not seen them for near 44
years. Any information from these
people will be gladly received by
me. Address Mrs. Fanny Robin-
son, No. 1227 Bainbridge street,
Philadelphia, Pa.
INFORMATION WANTED --of
Martha Barnes (slavery name) or
her her descendants. She went
from about Edgefield or Newberry,
S. C. in slavery time, and is sup-
posed to be now somewhere in the
State of Alabama. Any informa-
tion will be happily received by her
sister and family. Address Joseph
L. Williams, box 208 Abbeville, S.
C.
INFORMATION WANTED -Of my
brother Benjamin Curtis. When last
heard from he was in the City of Balti-
timore, Md., and a member of Ebenezer
A. M. E. Church. My name is Barbara
Reid. Any information concerning his
whereabouts will thankfully be received.
Address Rev. A. J. Nixon, 145 Bird
Street. Norfolk, Va.
Information Wanted by a Colored Man.
Sheriff Jordan is in receipt of the
following letter from Jemison, Ala.,
which he requests us to print. If any
of the PATRIOT readers can give the in-
formation [information] wanted we hope they will
take the trouble to write to the old col-
ored [colored] man, who is evidently quite anx-
ious [anxious] to learn something of his people.
DEAR SIR:-- I am a colored man and
was sold away from your county in
1839. I have never heard from there
since. I left a mother, two brothers,
and two sisters. My master was Elijah
Witty. He lived about twenty miles
northwest of Greensboro. When I left
there he had six sons; Ezekiel, Sydney
and Irving, were three of their names.
His wife was Beckie Witty. My moth-
er [mother] was Tempy Witty; my brothers were
Simon and Winchester, and my sisters
were named Silsbee and Charlotte. My
master lived near the line of Guilford
and Rockingham counties, northwest
from Greensboro.
If you know any of these names
that I have written you, please forward
their addresses. You can also give this
letter to any of them that you can find
or that you know. What I want is to
get in correspondence with some of
them.
Please answer me as soon as you re-
ceive [receive] this and let me know if any of
my people are in old North Carolina
yet, and oblige, Yours truly,
LEV. HALL.
INFORMATION WANTED BY JOHN SI
mus of his son James, who was taken to
Texas by a man named William Wethers.
Simus lived in Charleston, West Virginia,
until taken to Missouri, He would be glad
to receive word from his son. Address
John Simus, Hannibal, Mo.
INFORMATION WANTED BY MRS
Elizabeth Smith of her sister, Tama Jack-
son, formerly of Yazo City, Miss., and of
her neice, Serene, who married a man
named Taylor; and Amanda Swan, of
Montgomery, Ala., and her neice Miller, also
Ala. Any information as to where they
are will be gladly received by the above
named at Troy, Ohio, Address, Rev. W.T.
Artis.
INFORMATION WANTED Charles Metts wishes to hear from his family. His wife's name is Jane, and his children are named Margaret, Drucilla, Elizabeth and Chas. Henry. He has not seen them for ten years. The last he heard from them was when in the Rebel Army. They were at Columbia, S. C. He could not get a chance to go see them. He came to Philadelphia, and is now living here. Baptist ministers at Columbia, S. C., will please make inquiry concerning the above family. All information will be thankfully received by addressing CHAS. METTS, Care of R. A. BLACK, "Christian Recorder" Office. Philadelphia, Pa.
INFORMATION WANTED CONCERNING
the whereabouts of Oliver Scot, my
brother, or William Lee and Reason Conler,
my cousins. Will be thankfully received by
his sister and their cousin, Mrs. William
Burris, No. 16 Freelon street, San Francisco,
Cal.
INFORMATION WANTED CONCERNING
my brothers, Joe and George Nelson, who
enlisted in the Union army near Athens,
Ala., in 1863 We formerly belonged to
John S. Nelson, who lived within nine
miles of Athens, Ga., on the Elk river. Our
mother's name was Nancy Nelson, who
died when I was two years old. My maiden
name was Bettie Nelson. My name at press-
ent is Bettie Cox; am 22 years old. Address
Bettie Cox, Columbus, Kansas.
INFORMATION WANTED CONCERNING
my father, Joseph Mias He used to live in
Gainesborough, Tenn., and then he left
there for Nashville, Tenn., where we left
him; but since then heard that he moved to
Birksville, Ky. He is an old experienced
blacksmith. He had four of us children:
Rosetta, Amanda, Hannah and Joseph.
We were brought from him by Mahala and
Robert Anderson when we were all small,
to Texas. Any information of him will be
very highly appreciated by Amanda Fields,
Bastrop, Texas.
INFORMATION WANTED CONCERNING MY
brother, Kinnett Claggett, sold from Annapolis
by Nevett Steel. He belonged to Dr. Ra[indecipherable]'s
estate. I belonged to Mrs. Bowie. Any information
will be thankfully received by his sister, Miss
Sophia Bishop, at Sharp Street Church, Baltimore
City, Md.
INFORMATION WANTED FOLLOW
ing persons: My mother's name was
Clara Cavanaugh and my father's name
was Sam Cavanaugh. My daughter,
Minervia Cavanaugh was sold before the
war to a man named Kuskie, who lived in
Carelton county, Mo. When last heard
from she was taken from Carelton county
to Lexington, Mo, and sent down the
river; thought to have been carried to
Louisiana. Any information concerning
her will be thankfully received. Address
Clara Carrigger, Bedford Iowa, Tylo
county.
Information wanted in regard to the whereabouts of Reuben Moss, he worked at the Ryan sometime ago. Send to pastor of Pilgrim Baptist Church.
INFORMATION WANTED of
Henry and Caroline Turner. They
were raised with me and owned by
John Thomas. We were separated
in 1855 When last heard of Carline
was in Missouri. I was sold
from my mother when I was two
years old; when eight years old I
came to Texas and have been here
ever since.
JAKE THOMAS
Irene Hill, Co., Texas.
INFORMATION WANTED of
my son Joseph C. S. Bowser, aged
14 years. He disappeared from his
home on October 30th. Any information
will be trankfully received
by his father,
REV. J. W. BOWSER
1210 West Wolf St.,
Baltimore, Md.
INFORMATION WANTED OF
my husband and son. We parted
at Richmond, Va., in 1860. My
son's name was Jas. Monroe Holmes;
my husband's name was Frank
Holmes. My son was sold in Rich-
mond, Va. I don't know where
they carried him to. My husband
was not sold; I left him in Rich-
mond, Va. and I and five children,
Henry, Gabriel, Charles, Dortha
and Jacob were sold to a trader who
lived in Texas. I am now old, and
don't think that I shall be here long
and would like to see them before I
die. Any information concerning
them will be thankfully received by
Eliza Holmes, Flatonia, Fayette
Co., Texas.
INFORMATION WANTED OF
my two brothers, James and Wil-
les Branch, who left Alabama in
1889. When I last heard of them
they were in Daisey, Ga. Anyone
informing me of their whereabouts
will confer a lasting favor.
N. C. BRANCH,
Salem, Ala.
INFORMATION WANTED OF
one VICTOR FRANKLIN (colored), who formerly
was with Alexandre Dickinson and Martin & Ranklin. Last
heard of was on Manchester Railroad, forty miles from
Wilmington. Any information in regard to him will be
gratefully received by his mother.
CHLOA DICKINSON
aug22-2t at Norfolk, Va.
INFORMATION WANTED OF
WILL DOUBTLY.
Any information of Will Doubtly
who was last heard of at Wybark,
I. T., will be thankfully received by
his brother, W. S. BROWN,
2824 State Street,
3t-4-13. Chicago, Ill.
INFORMATION WANTED OF A BROTHER
and sister. My sister's name was Su-
san [Susan] Smith. I did not know my brother's
name. After the death of our parents we
were separated and I was carried off to Balti-
more, Md , by my aunt, Mary Parker, to
my aunt Clara Dickson, who lived at that
time in Pack[?] Lane, now called Little Mac-
culdre[?] street. My aunt Clara bound me
out about a year or two before she died. I
also had an uncle who lived in Philadel-
phia [Philadelphia] and was a minister in the A. M. E.
connection. His name was Shadreck Based.
My aunt had two sons, Jared Dickson and
Benjamin Harris, who lived in Philadel-
phia. Please address Mary Harris, 40
West 38th street, New York City, N. Y.
INFORMATION WANTED OF A COLORED
MAN, ELI SIGNO, who lived with Mrs. Lyon, cor-
ner [corner] of Wolfe street and Fairmont avenue. Call im-
mediately [immediately] at The Sun office. je1-6tp
INFORMATION WANTED OF A COLORED
woman, named HANNAH RANDOLPH,
who had a child named GINNE. They were born
in Richmond, Va. Apply to JOHN P. RANDOLPH,
No. 3 Chalmers street. jan6-1*
INFORMATION WANTED of a colored boy, about 4
feet 10 inches high, stout built, and 14 years of age,
named John Granville Brown. He left his parents on
Friday, the 19th inst; and had on an iron gray roundabout
and pantaloons, an old black hat and lace boots. On
the right side of his face below the ear was one large and
several small scars. It is supposed he went up Schuylkill,
along the canal. Any person giving information to
his parents, No. 14 North Fifth Street, corner of South
Alley, will confer a great obligation, and if required, will
be renumerated for their trouble.
jy26;3t
INFORMATION WANTED of a colored man
named JOHN MOORE, formerly of Swedesboro', N. J.,
but who, when last heard from, which was about seven
or eight weeks ago, was lying sick in the city of Boston.
He was a black man, of about forty years of age, and
a person of most excellent character. Some of his
former friends feel much anxiety about him, and are
desirous to know whether he is still living, and if so,
whereabouts. Any one who can give the desired infor-
mation [information] will confer a favor by writing to BENJAMIN RU-
LEN [RULEN], Swedesboro', N. J.
INFORMATION WANTED of a young man by the name
of John Waters, who enlisted in the 4th Regt. U.S.
Colored Troops. He was in Co. I. Any information
of his whereabouts will be thankfully received by his
father Frank Waters, 93 Dallas st., Baltimore, Md.
192-5t.
INFORMATION WANTED OF AARON
MOORE, colored, of Belair. Harford county,
Md., who was drafted at the last draft, and came to
Baltimore for exemption, he being disabled in the
right leg, since which time nothing has been heard
from him. Any information of his whereabouts
will be thankfully received by PARKER MOORE,
at Calverton, Baltimore county, or by his wife,
SARAHE. Moore, at Belair, Harford County.
H*c Parker Moore.
INFORMATION WANTED OF ALEX-
ander McKillip, an Irishman by birth,
who left Philadelphia in 1837 and went
West. He was for years on the Mississippi
River in some capacity, and is supposed to
have died in Tensas Parish, La., intestate,
about eight or nine years ago. Any one
who may know anything of this person, in
life or at death, will please communicate
the same to this office, care of the publish-
er of this paper.
Information wanted of Alexander
Church, William Morgan, Williams Gaines,
Abraham Lotterberry and Abraham Gale.
These men were members of Company
H, 43d regiment. Address Wilson
Thompson, Mine La., Motte, Mo.
INFORMATION WANTED OF ANY OR
all of the following persons by their
brother, Jacob French-Stewart, namely :
Moses French, Fanny French, Nancy French
and Sally French. Those are my whole
sisters and brother. My mother, viz., Ma-
tilda French, had her second husband be-
fore I came away, which was about the
year 1839. Her name was then Matilda
Dorsey, and she had a daughter called
Maria Dorsey. The whole of us at that
time belonged to one Watkins James, who
together with us, lived in Washington
county, State of Maryland, five miles from
Williamsport. I am now getting old and
have neither wife nor child ; but I have a
beautiful farm well stocked and am consid-
ered to be worth about fifteen thousand
dollars. Any person knowing the where-
abouts of any of the above named persons
and will give such information as will lead
to their discovery shall be suitably reward-
ed. Address, Jacob F. Stewart, Yattan
P. O., Ontario, Canada.
INFORMATION WANTED OF ARCHER HILL and JULIA, his wife who followed the army from Staunton in 1863. I have since heard they were in Ohio. Any information concerning their whereabouts would be gratefully received by their son. James Hill. (Colored.) Richmond, Va. oc 17.3t* [Ohio papers please copy.]
INFORMATION WANTED OF BEN
and Susan Hill. When last heard from
they were living in Pittsboro, N. C., Chal-
ton County. We are all living near Wil-
mington, in New Hanover County. Names
as follows : Mrs. Louisa Moore, Hannah
Hooper and William Moore. Any infor-
mation will be gladly received. Address,
Rev. W. J. Jordan, Company Shops, Ala
mance County, N. C.
INFORMATION WANTED OF BETSEY,
Lucinda and Susan Walker, daughters of
Clerca[?] Walker. They were sold one year
before the late war, from Almar County, Va.,
to a Miss Mary Weather Anderson, of Frank-
lin County, Ala Any information of their
whereabouts will be thankfully received by
Rev T. R. Geda, Greenwich, Fairfield Coun-
ty, Conn.
INFORMATION WANTED OF CARO-
line Jackson, who once belonged to
James Washington Hill, London county,
Va., but was sold to Geo. Hunter. Also
Jack Davis and Hannibal Davis. Harriet
Jackson, Parkersburg, West Virginia.
INFORMATION WANTED OF CECELIA
McBride, who was sold before the war
from Rev. James Morrison's estate in Rock-
bridge County, Virginia, to Mr. Cunning-
ham, and was taken to Rodney, Mississippi,
and sold to Mr. Perkins. She took with
her two daughters, Maria and Julia, and a
son, Lee McBride. Address Louisa J.
Jackson Staunton, Augusta County, Vir-
ginia.
INFORMATION WANTED OF CHARLES
and George Lindsey, sons of Mary and
James Lindsey. They moved several years
ago from Chester county, Pennsylvania, to
Monrovia, Africa, and shortly after arriving
there the parents died. The maiden name
of the mother was Williams. Any informa-
tion of the two will be thankfully received
by their grandmother, Elizabeth Williams,
Atglen, Chester Co., Pa.
INFORMATION WANTED OF CLARICIE
Lanton, or Chawnie Lanton, or Sie
Brown who was sold from Montgomery,
Ala., to a man by the name of John Brown.
The mother of the above named was Mrs.
Jane Lanton. Any information as to the
whereabouts of said persons will be thank-
fully received by their sister,
SEALIA LANTON,
San Antonia, Texas.
INFORMATION WANTED OF DANIEL WILK-
erson, or Daniel McCollough, and Sarah Jane
Walker, of Newberne, North Carolina, who went
to Philadelphia in the year 1867 to live. If living
I want them to write to me at once, and they will
hear something to their advantage. Address,
Cicero Augustus Wilkerson,
No. 1[rest unclear] Nth 10th St.
St. Louis, Mo.
If the above parties are found through the Re-
corder, please notify Rev. T. Gould, [unclear word],
Philadelphia, Pa.
INFORMATION WANTED OF DELI-
lah Boykin, Charlotte Boykin and
Plutarch Boykin, the children of Eady
and Watson Boykin, sisters and brother of
Cornelia, Dolly and Dianaro Boykin. Cor-
nelia Boykin married Peter Jordan. Also
of Miles Jordan, the brother of Peter Jor-
dan, belonging to Peter Bain. Any infor-
mation leading to their whereabouts will be
thankfully received by sending or writing
to Peter Jordan, Navy Yard, Norfolk, Va.
INFORMATION WANTED OF DENNIS AND
Maria Tomkins, or their daughters, Sarah
Jane and Harriet ; Elizabeth Moore and her
daughter Margaret. They were slaves of
John Fanteray and Augustus Caesar, King
Williams Co., Va. I think they attend the
Baptist Church. Will Viginia(sp) pastors please
read this notice to their people and the
RECORDER exchanges please copy.
CHARLES WILLIAM MOORE,
2031 Lombard St., Philada., Pa.
INFORMATION WANTED of descend-
ants [descendants] or relatives of William and Mary
Smith, colored, who in 1827 lived on Vir-
ginia [Virginia] avenue, near Twenty-third street
northwest. Address, with particulars,
Box 239, this office. jy6-3t
INFORMATION WANTED OF DOLLY
Hackney, daughter of Mary Sheppard
formerly belodging to Jno. Toone of Vir-
ginia. Any one knowing her whereabouts
will please inform her sister, Louisa Walker,
388 Aspen street, West Philadelphia.
Ministers please read from their pulpits.
INFORMATION WANTED OF EDWARD
Curry. When last heard from he was
in Maryland. Address,
B. M. CARSON,
Lock Box 29, Rendville, Ohio.
INFORMATION WANTED OF ELIAS HAW-
kins. The last heard of him was in Chicago,
Ill. Any information concerning him will be
gladly received by his brother, Alfred Hawkins,
Hickory, N. C.
INFORMATION WANTED of Elisha Merryday and Major Merryday, of White House, Va. Any information in regard to them will be thankfully received by Phillip Merryday, Round Hill, Northampton, Mass. 215-
Information wanted of Ephraim and Sandy Blair, who lived on Mr Sloth's place in Limestone county, Ala. Any information of the above named persons will be gladly received by E. B. Blair, Brownwood, Tex.
INFORMATION WANTED OF FATHER,
sister or cousin. My father's name was
Henry Webster, my sister's name was
Sarah Francis Rull, my cousin's name was
Josephine Wardsworth Miller. My mother
died. I left father and my sister in Ant
werp, Ohio. My name is Ellen Webster.
Any person knowing anything of these
parties will please direct a letter to Ellen
Webster, Burlington, Iowa.
10.21m
Information wanted of Frank
and Susan Brown the son and
daughter of William and Betty
Brown of Albemarle and
Charlottesville, Va. Were sold during
the war from Charlottesville, Va.,
while very young. Any information
of either will be gratefully
received by their brother, George
Lewis Browne, No. 7 Arthur St.,
Pittsburg, Pa.
INFORMATION WANTED OF FRENES
TAYLOR, colored. When last heard from was
in Richmond, Va. Any information will be thankfully
received by her mother. KESIA ABLE.
Richmond and Petersburg papers please copy.
Address 406 12th street, between I and K, Washington
City, D.C.
my 1-3t*
Information Wanted of George and Win-
ney Ball, owned by John Ball. lived 5 miles
from Wormington Fork, Weare Co., Virginia
afterwards to Capt. George L Ball, and from
him to his father-in-law, Jon Meoford, he
also bought my sisters Betsy and Maria,
and Steven and a young man named Fredrick.
Any information will be thankfully re-
ceived by Emanuel Ball.
Direct to John W. Rilly, Port Carbon,
Schuylkill Co., Pa.
Oct. 14-2ms.
INFORMATION WANTED OF HARRIET
Nichols, who lived in Providence, R. I.,
eight years ago, by her neice. Any person
knowing the whereabouts of her will confer
a favor by addressing her neice, Ella
Nichols 4206 Walnut street, Philadel-
phia, Pa.
INFORMATION WANTED of Harriet Hicks.
She left Leesburg, Va., during slavery from
Swanes farm for Texas. Address ALLEN JEN-
KINS, Pensacola, Fla. 4-t.
INFORMATION WANTED OF HARRIS
Padgett. His father's name is Willliam
Padgett; his mother's name, Ellen Padgett.
He had a brother named Pompey and two
sisters named Cornelia and Catharine. His
mother was owned by Joe Dillard in Lynch-
burg, Va. Any information of him will be
gladly received by Wm. Padgett, of Mucha-
kinook, Mahaska county, Iowa.
INFORMATION WANTED OF HARRISON
Bacon, son of America Bacon. When
last seen by his mother he was at Bedford
Court House, Va. Please write in care of
Rev. T. H. Jackson, 55 Webster street,
Cleveland, Ohio.
INFORMATION WANTED OF HATTIE
Ralph, or Eliza Ralph or Joseph Ralph.
Any information as to the whereabouts of
said persons will be thankfully received by
their sister, Hattie Ralph, 1514 Nth 6th
street, Philadelphia, Pa.
INFORMATION WANTED OF HENRIETTA
Broadwaters children or grandchildren.
The said Henrietta was a sister to Mollie Blake,
late of Worcester county, Md., deceased, who has
left her entire estate by will to her sister's (Hen-
rietta Broadwaters) children. Henrietta lived in
Philadelphia about forty years ago. Address, R
D. Jones, Atty at Law, Snow Hill, Md.
INFORMATION WANTED OF HENRY
and Sally Carey, children of Burrel
Carey. They formerly belonged to a man
by the name of Wm. Robinson who lived
near Woodville, Rappahannock Co., Va.
Wm. Robinson sold them to a man by the
name of James A. Menafee of the same lo-
cality. It is said that they were sent to the
South during the war. Sally Carey is now
about thirty years of age. Henry is about
twenty-six. Their father now lives near
Harrisburg, Pa. It will be greatly to these
children's advantage if they can be found.
Address Rev. John C. Brook, 120 Mary's
avenue, Harrisburg, Pa.
INFORMATION WANTED of Henry Hall of Aberdeen,
Mississippi, at which place he was when last seen one
year ago. Any information in regard to him will be
thankfully received by Charles Wright, Co. D, 5th
Mass. Cav., Point Lookout, Md. 195––3t.
INFORMATION WANTED of Henry, Edward, and Jinney
Haney, who, when last heard from, were in Fort Smith,
Arkansas. They can hear from their mother and sis-
ters [sisters] by directing a letter to Mrs. A. Haney, or Mrs. M.
E. Lynn, Frankfort, Ky. 205-1t
INFORMATION WANTED OF HIS MOTH
er Dina McKinney by her son, George
Walker Brock, who belonged to Richard of
Hustonsville, Lincoln county, Ky. When
he last saw her she was owned by Burton
McKinney of Hustonville, Lincoln county
Ky. She was sold to a trader, since
which he has not heard from her. A letter
directed to George Slaughter, .Massillon.
Stark county, Ohio, will reach him, or any
other information of her whereabouts will
be thankfully received.
GEORGE SLAUGHTER,
INFORMATION WANTED OF JAMES
May When last heard of he was in Phila-
delphia, Pa., cooking at a first class hotel.
His daughter was married to a book agent.
Any information will be thankfully re-
ceived. Address Mrs. Lucinda Pane, care
of S. D. Stewart, second assistant postmas-
ter, box 48, Tallahassee, Fla.
INFORMATION WANTED OF JAMES CHASE,
colored, who left home on the 19th of November
inst. Was last seen going to his work on the wharf.
Any information of him will be thankfully received
by his wife, SUSAN CHASE, 93 Chestnut st. 1t*]
INFORMATION WANTED OF JANE
Williams, born in Edenton, N. C. Her
father was named George Williams, her
mother, Dianna Williams ; her mother and
herself were taken to Norfolk, Va , when
they were owned by Wm. Williamson,
chief engineer in the Navy Yard, and by
him Jane was sold to Captain Wm. Ivory,
who took her to Louisianna in 1853. She
had with her when she left Norfolk, her
one child, Mary Louisa. Her mother,
Dianna, had married before the sale of Jane
Henry Middleton. Any information of her
will be thankfully received by her aged
mother. Address, Dianna Middleton, New
Bedford, Mass., Care pastor A. M. E.
Church, Kempton Street.
INFORMATION WANTED OF JEMMY
CALLOWAY, (colored) who left the farm
of Mr. John T. Davis, in Appomattox county,
Va., after the fall of Richmond. When last
heard from he was in Harrisonburg, Pa., boarding
with a Mrs. E. Roberts. Any information
concerning him will be thankfully received by
his father, James Calloway, at Alexandria, Va.
au 29-3t
INFORMATION WANTED OF JESSE C.
Banks. He went South from Burling-
ton, N.J., about 15 years ago. When last
heard of he was in New Orleans, La. Any
information concerning him will be gladly
received by his brother, David T. Banks,
105 West 3rd street, New York.
Information Wanted of Jesse Ross
[Photograph Inserted]
Wanted--Information of a long lost
brother who left Springfield, Ill., in
1881, coming to Denver with a hotel
man, leaving his only sister, Miss
Louisa Ross.
Any information of his whereabouts
will be thankfully received with re-
ward. Address all information to
this office, or Mrs. Louisa Ross Duu-
nigan, 3912 short Larimer st.. Denver.
INFORMATION WANTED OF JOHN
and Kano Burkly. John was sold to
Mississippi from Charleston, West Virginia,
about 10 years before the war. Was owned
by a man named John Corlin Kano. When
last heard of was a Baptist minister in
Rockbridge Co., Va. Any information con-
cerning them will be gladly received by
John Hicks, Woodstock, Champaign Co.,
Ohio.
Information wanted of John
West Ford, who is a Baptist preach
er, and was last heard of from
Philadelphia, Pa. and had charge
of a Baptist mission. Any infor-
mation of him will be gladly re-
ceived by Andrew Ford, Washing
Ia.
INFORMATION WANTED OF JOHN ANDERSON,
colored, six years old; had on blue jacket
and gray pants, bare foot; left home on the 10th of
June. Any information will be thankfully received
by his mother, EMMA GREEN, Fayette street,
near 3d, Georgetown.
j18-3t*
INFORMATION WANTED of John Eaton, of
the 1st Mississippi Colored Regiment.
When last heard from, he was at Vicks-
burg, when it surrounded. Any informa-
tion respecting him will be thankfully re-
ceived by his brother, Harrison Eaton,
Dayton, Ohio.
INFORMATION WANTED of John Summers, who lived in
Orange District near the Orange Court House, South Caro-
lina [South Carolina]. Any friend knowing of his whereabouts will con-
fer [confer] a favor by dropping a line to his wife, Susan Sum-
mers [Summers], Chattanooga, Tenn., care of S.P. Houston, Box
189. 205-12t
[It is supposed, by one who professes to know, that
Mrs. Summers may have made a mistake in saying
South Carolina. North Carolina is suggested as proba-
bly [probably] being the State -- ED.]
INFORMATION WANTED OF JOHN WARREN
WATTS, colored. When last heard from he was
at Petersburg, in hospital, wounded in right arm-
A note directed to his mother, AGNES WATTS, will
be received if left at Mr Jackson's corner of Baltimore
and Spring sts. J11 2t:*
INFORMATION WANTED OF JOSEPHINE
HALL by her mother, who resides in Charles
County, Md., and wishes to have her home. Any
information of the Girl left at Mrs. Geo. Phillip-
son, 10th street, bet. G and I. Navy Yard, will be
thankfully received by her mother, CAROLINE
HALL, (col'd.) ap 14 3t*
INFORMATION WANTED OF JULIUS HARRIson,
formerly of Tarboro, N. C. He is supposed
to have gone to Baltimore last April to
learn the baker's trade. He is a nephew of Rev.
M. D. Matthewson of Tarboro, N. C. Any information
as to his whereabouts will be gladly received
by Julia Harrison, No, 5 Fruit St., Boston,
Mass,
INFORMATION WANTED OF LEAH MERRILL,
colored, aged about 23 years, who arrived in Bal-
timore [Baltimore], May 2d, from Newtown, Md. MARY BOS-
TON [BOSTON], 206 South Charles street. j24-2t*
Information wanted of lost
friends. I left them in Goldsburgh,
N. C, in 1865, and the
same year I followed the Union
soldiers to Louisville Ky. During
slavery we belonged to a man
named Jemmey Hicks. My mothers's
name was Harriett Hicks. I
had two sisters: Mariah and Rhoda
Hicks, also two brothers, Solomon
and Alonzo Hicks Any information
will be gladly received by E.
D. Hicks, Elizabethtown, Ky , Box
87
Information wanted of Lucinda Rowe. I have not heard from her for several years. I will fee any person giving the desired information. Daniel G. Rowe, 25 Prospect Place, East Orange, N. J.
INFORMATION wanted of Mansfield Crutchfield
mulatto, about 48 years old: was sold by Oscar
Crutchfield to a slave-trader named Ponder about
1845 at Richmond, Va: was supposed to have been
seen during the war on a Mississippi steamboat.
Any information as to his whereabouts will be
thankfully received by his aged mother. Address
LOUISE CAW, Knoxville, Tenn. 19*2
INFORMATION WANTED OF MAR-
tha Patter. She was sold by or to Jim
Cole at the widow Prickle's sale. She
lived four miles from Sweetwater, Tenn.
My father's name is Joseph Larry. He be-
longed to Dan Larry on Mouse Creek,
Tenn. I have a brother named Alex.
Patter. He lived near Philadelphia, Tenn.
He was sold to a Mr. Johnson. Address,
Margaret Ownes, care of S. H. Smothers,
Dallas, Texas.
INFORMATION WANTED OF MARGARET
ABELL, formerly of the estate of Jacob Melvin,
of Va. Margaret advertised herself about four
months since as being in Washington. Any infor-
mation of her will be gratefully received by her
mother. [jy 3l 3t] KESIAH ABELL.
INFORMATION WANTED OF MARY
Charles and Louisa Charles, sisters of
Angelina Charles, who were raised in Tala-
poosa County, Alabama. Address C. K.
Petty, Fort Gibson, Indian Territory.
INFORMATION WANTED OF MARY
Fellder, who was born in Jackson Co.,
Ga. She was the daughter of Ben and Susan
Williamson, who were the property of Adam
Williamson. She was given by said Adam
Williamson to his daughter; who married a
Mr. Fielder; he left Atworth, Georgia, the
first year of the surrender. Any information
forwarded to the mother of the above, Susan
Williamson, will be most thankfully received.
INFORMATION WANTED OF MARY
Gerant, my mother, and Celia, Mid and
Jane, my three sisters. I have not heard
of them since the war, when they were at
Sumterville, S.C. I was a slave under
Franklin Moses, a lawyer. Address, Mrs.
Francis Brown, Mariette, Lancaster Co., Pa
INFORMATION WANTED OF MARY ANN
and Sarah Francis, daughters of Dick
and Rachel Hopkins. Mary was a light
brown with black hair about 5 feet tall,
age 16, born about 1866 Sarah Francis
was about 7 years of age, real light brown
with red hair, the index finger of the right
hand was off They were taken from Point
Pleasant, West Virginia by Burdett Cou [rest unclear].
The last heard of them was in Covington
Ky The supposition is that they were
stolen and sent South Any information of
the whereabouts of these girls will be glad
ly received by their mother,
RACHEL RAIDER.
Province of O A., Sexville, P. O.
INFORMATION WANTED of Melinda Elzea, who ten
years ago was in Columbia, Boone Co., Missouri. Any
information in regard to her will be thankfully received
by her husband, who may be addressed, care Armistead
Buckley, Victoria, Vancouver's Island. 199-2t.
Information wanted of Minerva Jackson
by her son George White. She belonged
to Thomas Baggs, of Howard County,
Missouri, who lived three miles west of
Fayette. She was sold south by her own-
er before the war. Her son George was
seven years old when she was sold. She
had a brother named Caesar Caper, and a
sister named Emily Childs. After she
was sold she sent her son one suit of
clothes.
Any information concerning the above
named will be thankfully received.
Please address GEORGE WHITE,
Glasgow, Mo.
INFORMATION WANTED OF MISS
Patty Bosville; left Chesapeake City, Md ,
Oct, 14th to get employment in Baltimore,
and has not been heard from since. Her
friends and relations are very uneasy, and
desire her or any one knowing her where-
abouts to write without delay to
H. P. PUREAR,
St. Augustine, Cecil Co. Md.
INFORMATION WANTED OF MOTHER
and two sisters. My mother's name was
Margaret Weir; my sisters' names were Es-
taline and Josephine Weir. They were
sold out of Thomas Sidleton's family, Pet-
tis County, Md. I hope that this will in-
form mother that her daughter, Elliza Weir,
is living in Springfield, Ky. Address,
ELIZA MCELROY,
Springfield, Ky.
INFORMATION WANTED OF MRS
Manerva Tanks, of Hamburg, Arkan-
sas, of her mother, Mary Allen wife of one
Richard Allen, who lived at Clarks, S.C.
Manerva is her eldest daughter. Any in-
formation of her whereabouts will be ad-
dressed to Mrs. Manerva Tanks, care of
Rev. John Whitesides, Hanburg, Ashley
Co., Arkansas.
INFORMATION WANTED OF MRS PAR-
thene Chapple. The last heard of her
she was in Murray county, Tennessee, near
Columbia. She was owned by one Green
Irvin. The above named lady was the
mother of one Mrs. Maria Carson, but now
known as Maria Brown Any information
of the above will be gladly received by her
Address Mrs. Maria Carson, Topeka, Kan
sas.
INFORMATION WANTED OF MRS.
Florence Willette, formerly resided at
1125 Rodman St., Philadelphia. Her maid-
en name was Miss Florence Grant of Wheel-
ing W. Va. If found please write to Miss
Estella Ferguson, 65 White Oak Alley,
Alleghany, Pa.
INFORMATION WANTED OF MRS.
Harriet Jones. Any news concerning
her whereabouts will be greatly received by
her sister, Mrs. Mary Williams, 622 Locust
Street, Philadelphia, Pa.
Information wanted of Mrs. Mil-
lie Dukes. Her owner was Paten
Dukes; he lived in Graudville
county, Ockford P. O. Her moth-
er's name was Mary Dukes and her
sister's name was Elizabeth. Her
uncle's name was Anderson Dukes.
Mrs. Millie was sold at her boss'
store at sheriff sale to Bob Morris
A. Clark.
Information wanted of Mrs. Mollie
Hubbard, formerly Mollie Tyler,
concerning her uncle, Lewis Alexander,
who lived in Washington
City 21 years ago. When last heard
of he was in New York. He had a
son whose name was Worthington
Alexander; the same was a minister
in the A.M.E. Church. My
father's name was John Tyler, who
lived quite a number of years in
Poplar Grove, Ark. He died eleven
years ago. Any one knowing the
whereabouts of Lewis Alexander
or his son, Rev. Worthington Alexander,
will please write to Mrs.
Mollie Hubbard, Coffee Creek,
Ark, or Rev. H.G. Montgomery,
Coffee Creek, Ark.
INFORMATION WANTED OF MRS. RACHEL
BROWN, colored, by her distressed daughter,
Lucy Brown. She was last heard from in Campbell
county, Va. Any news from her will be thankfully
received by her distressed daughter, at 126 ST. PAUL ST. 1t*!
INFORMATION WANTED OF MY
Father, Thomas Loucus, brother Simon
Thomas Loucus, and Nancy Cephens. My
name is Louis Loucus. I was sold in Virginia
from the Widow Carter estate and taken to
Georgia. Please address Louis Loucus,
Veazey, Green Co., Ga.
INFORMATION WANTED OF MY
brother, Cicero McFate Giles, who left
North Carolina and went to Arkansas in
1873. Ministers will please read this to
their congregations. Any information will
be thankfully received. Address Mrs
Mary J Raper, Westminster, Guilford Co ,
N. C., or his mother, Ellen Giles, High
Point, N. C.
INFORMATION WANTED OF MY
brother, Rile Dunneng. He was taken
away before the war. Any information of
him will be thankfully received. Direct
letters to Green G. Fulke, East Perryville
Tenn.
INFORMATION WANTED OF MY
brothers, Spencer Gie, Allen Gie and
Matthew James. My mother's name was
Betsy Gie, but she went by the name of
Eliza Gie. My brothers belonged to Robert
Alexander, in Woodfort county, Ky. Ad-
dress Enoch Johnson, care C. G. Canon,
Georgetown, Scott, Co., Ky.
INFORMATION WANTED OF MY
daughter who went by the name of Susan
Paulhill. She was carried from Burke Co.,
Ga., to Brooks Co , Ga., by John Paulhill, the
second year of the war. I heard from her
in 1878 in Brooks Co., Ga She had mar-
ried a man by the name of Glocklin. Her
mother then went by the name of Mary
Paulhill, but has married since a man by
the name of Thomas Reynolds. Any infor-
mation will be thankfully received. Ad-
dress Mary Reynolds, Midville, Ga., care of
Rev. D K Knight.
INFORMATION WANTED OF MY
daughter, who went by the name of Lu-
cinda Abington. She used to live at Wenig
ville, Mo., with a Mr. WIlliams. She was
carried to Kentucky in 1861. Any infor-
mation will be thankfully received. Ad-
dress William Abington, care Rev. N. M.
Hamilton, Wenigville, Mo., box 53.
INFORMATION WANTED OF MY
father, Caesar Pinkney, my mother, Sa
rah Pinkney, and my sister, Rebecca Pink-
ney, who lived at Pinkney Island S. C.
Address John S. Weeks, 1319 Hutaff's Al
ley, Wilmington, N. C.
INFORMATION WANTED OF MY
relatives. My mother's name was Char-
lotte Houseman ; was sold to Griffen before
I left Franklin, Virginia. I left two bro-
thers there--Sam and Elijah. Sam belonged
to Perjew. Don't know who Elijah was
sold to. He was sold and carried to Lynch-
burg. He was sold to a man named John
Heaper and brought to Mississippi. I left
my little boy three years old with his old
master, Mark Perjew, in Franklin Court House.
I was sold twenty-two or three years ago.
Any one knowing their whereabouts will
please address Mary Greenwood, care of
W. R. Frierson, P. E. of the Aberdeen mis-
sion, Aberdeen, Miss.
INFORMATION WANTED OF MY
brother and sister, Joseph Green and
Lusidy Clahorn. When last heard from
they were living near McKensy Depot, in
Tennessee. They belonged to a man by the
name of Wm. Peery. It has been 36 years
since I heard from them. My name then
was Jane Hamilton. My name now is Jane
Phelps.
Frendericksburg, Gilespie county, Texas.
INFORMATION WANTED OF MY
brother, Daniel Bently. He was sold
long before the war and belonged to a man
by the name of Hampton Ridley. Jacob
Bentley, his father, belonged to James Star-
riet Ridley, and his wife, Emily Bently
lived on James Starriat Ridley place.
She was a free woman. Address,
NATHAN BENTLEY,
Catonville, Rollins Co., Md.
INFORMATION WANTED OF MY
brother, George Pinchback. When in
South Carolina, our native home, he be-
longed to a man by the name of Stephen
Anderson and was sold to Mrs. Pinchback.
My mother's name was Millie, my father's
Squire George. Please address Susan Per-
ry, care of the A. M. E. Church, Eufala,
Ala,
INFORMATION WANTED OF MY
brother, Rolieu Regester [?], he was sold by
Mrs. Hannah Taylor, and since he married
a woman by the name of Hannah Stiff, who
belonged to one Billy Stiff. When they
left Meed county, Ky., they had two chil
dren. My mother's name was Anna, she
was sold from me when I was four week
old to one Jame Sutherd, who lived fif
teen miles above Louisville Ky. We were
born in the family of John Taylor, in
Mead county, Ky. Any information will
be thankfully received by Frank Green I
was then named Frank Taylor, but now
Frank Green. Address, Rusk, Cherokee
Co , Texas.
INFORMATION WANTED OF MY
brother, Wm. W. Glenn. He is a mem-
ber of the Alabama Conference, and the
last I heard of him he was at White Oak
station, in Barbor County, Ala. Any infor-
mation of him or E. H. Watson will be
thankfully received. Address J. D. Glenn,
Horse Creek, Wilcox County, Ga.
INFORMATION WANTED OF MY
brother-in-law, Benjamin Howe, and my
sister, Nancy Johnson. We all belonged to
Dicky Graham, in Colburt county, Md.
Ministers will please make inquiry and ad-
dress Tammer Brown, Cumberland, Md.
INFORMATION WANTED OF MY
brother-in-law, Joshua James. The last
k[n]own of him was in Staten Island, New
York. Any information concerning him
will be gladly received. Address, Chrst.
Hamilton, Care Joshua Hamilton, P. O.,
Box 392, Wilmington, N. C.
INFORMATION WANTED OF MY
brothers, Harry and Frank Johnson.
They were slaves of Dickie Graham in Tal-
bot county, Maryland. Address G. Withers,
Cumberland, Md.
INFORMATION WANTED OF MY
daughter, Anna Morrow. We formerly
belonged to a man by the name of Thomas
Chiles, who brought us to Platte City, Mo.,
about the year 1862, from Black Spring,
Ky. In the same year he sold me to a ne-
gro trader by the name of James White,
and gave my child to his brother, William
Chiles I have never heard from her since
our separation. I have married since to a
man by the name of Summers. The child
may still go by the name of Anna Chiles.
Any information of her whereabouts will be
thankfully received. Please address,
CHARLOTTE SUMMERS.
De Soto, Jefferson Co., Mo.
INFORMATION WANTED OF MY
daughter, Barbary Ann. I heard of
her last in Louisville, Ky. Her father's
name was Tom Colter, her mother's name
was Ann Colter, but now Ann Sloan. Ad-
dress, ANN SLOAN,
Reed's Landing, Ark.
INFORMATION WANTED OF MY
daughter, Broery. She is about thirty-
four years old. I left her in Kentucky. I
have heard she is in Louisville, Ky, Any
information of her whereabouts will be
thankfully received.
ANN SLOAN.
INFORMATION WANTED OF MY
daughter. She was sold South a little
before the late war. She was sold from
Cambridge Maryland. Her name was Hen-
rietta Campfur. Her master's name was
Louis Ross Any information that may be
given of her will be thankfully received by
her mother, Henrietta Cornish. Address
No. 208 Dixwell avenue, New Haven, Conn.
INFORMATION WANTED OF MY
father, Anthony Glover, mother Rachel
Glover, uncle and aunt, George and Martha
Glover. Left Oak Grove, Alabama, in 1866.
We are both married and living at Sandus-
ky City, Ohio Our married names are
Frankie Veechar and Phillis Bass, (formerly
Glover) Any information will be thank-
fully recieved. Please address in care of
Rev. Thos. H. Boston, Sandusky City, Ohio.
INFORMATION WANTED OF MY
father, Henry Hays, and my aunt, Mary
Wilhite. I left them in Bedford County,
Tennesse, about twenty-six years ago. I
went by the name of Fannie Graham. My
present name is Fannie Reggor. Any infor-
mation as to the whereabouts of said per-
sons will be thankfully received. Please
address me Fannie Reggor, in care of Rev.
Dr. J. Goins, Waxahachie, Ellis Co., Texas.
INFORMATION WANTED OF MY
father, Paten Crouch. I left him in
Mississippi, Panola County. His family
was taken from him by Col. Rute, and
brought to Texas ; wife and three children.
Information from any one by the name of
Crouch will be gladly received. Fran-
cis Johnson. Kaufman, Kaufman Co.,
Texas.
INFORMATION WANTED OF MY
father, Robert May. When last heard
from he was in Philadelphia, Pa. Any in-
formation of his whereabouts will be gladly
received by his daughter. Address Hattie
May, care of S. D. Stewart, second assist-
ant postmaster, Tallahassee, Fla.
INFORMATION WANTED OF MY
father, William Brown, and my two
brothers, Geerge and Henry Clay Brown,
who I left in Louisville, Ky., some thirty
odd years ago. My father was a free man
and kept barber shop down at the ferry
landing. My brother Henry then belonged
to John D. Baker. I was sold from them
when a girl about thirteen years old and
bought by traders Arterburn and Garrison.
Any information of any of them will be
most thankfully received by their sister,
Kigy Ann Brown. Address to me in care of
Miss Alice Brown, Wilkinson county,
Woodville, Miss.
INFORMATION WANTED OF MY
father, Willim Harris, and my brother,
[J?]ohn Harris. When last heard from they
were in Topeka, Kansas. My father and
brother were formerly from Spring Hill
Tenn., and my father was a carpenter by
trade. Any information of the above
named parties will be thankfully received
by his daughter, who was once Parilie
Beasley, but now Parile Morris. Address,
Parilie Morris, 125 Wylie Ave. Pittsburg,
Pa.
INFORMATION WANTED OF MY
father. His name is Henry Wallace ; he
was married to Patsey Davis during the war
in Vicksburg, Miss. He went off to war and
never returned, but the last I heard of him
he was in Memphis, Tenn. Any informa-
tion as soon as possible will be thankfully
received. Address, Mary Wallace, Litch-
field, Ill.
INFORMATION WANTED OF MY
grandfather, Paul Baney. When last
heard from he was in Charleston, S. C.
Ministers will please inquire by James L.
Stewart, son of Wm. G. Stewart, Talla-
hassee, Leon Co., Fla.
INFORMATION WANTED OF MY
grandfather. When last heard from he
was tn [in] Charleston, S. C. Ministers will
please enquire. Any information will be
gladly received by
JAS. S. STEWART,
son of Wm. G. STEWART,
Tallahassee, Fla.
INFORMATION WANTED OF MY
mother and brother, Seley Umphray
and George Washington Umphray, both
formerly living in Huntsville, Ala. Any
information will be thankfully received by
addressing Susan Ann Tillman, (formally
Susan Ann Rebecca Umphray) Avoca,
Iowa.
INFORMATION WANTED OF MY
mother and father, sister and brothers.
My father's name was Tony Anderson and
my mother's name was Floretta Anderson
and sister's name was Hesteradline, and my
brothers, Benjamin, Alexander, and Louis.
They belonged to a man by the name of
Boldskin in South Carolina, and when I
left them I was about the age of twelve
years. My name was then Harriet Ander-
son, but I have since been married, my
name now being Mrs. Harriet Hazely. I
was sold in the State of Louisiana, Parish of
St. Mary. Ministers please read from your
pulpits. Address Harriet Hazely, Frank-
lin, La., in care of Rev. J. F. Cox, A. M. E.
Church.
INFORMATION WANTED OF MY
mother and two brothers. I belonged to
Dr. Middleton, at Dudville, Richmond Co.,
Va. Mother's name was Annie Holmes.
She was sold in August, 1856, and carried
away by Lumpkins, a negro trader. She
left three children--Richard, Lawson and
Robert. I was hired out at that time to a Mr.
Montgomery. Information will be gladly
received by Richard Conway, No. 161 Wil-
iam St., Providence, R. I.
INFORMATION WANTED OF MY
mother, brother and sisters. My
mother left Columbia, Tenn., about nine
years ago and went to Arkansas. She is
married to a man by the name of Birl
Whittaker. Her name is Nancy Whittaker.
Also my whole brother, Anthony David
Hunter, some girls, by Whittaker --Casy
and Arzular Ministers will please inquire
and any information will be gladly received
by FRANK HUNTER,
Beardstown, Tenn.
INFORMATION WANTED OF MY
mother, Kitty Stewart. My sisters'
names are Eliza and Matilda Stewart. My
brother's name is John Stewart. We all
belonged to a man in Louisville, Ky., by the
name of Allen Willite There was a large
family of the Willite--James, Richard,
John and Alexander Willite. I was sold
from them when a little girl, about 26 years
ago. My people will remember that I was
very badly burnt on the shoulder and arms.
Any information of their whereabouts will
be thankfully received. My name was
Martha Ann Stewart. My name is now
MARGARET RECTOR,
Little Rock, Ark.
INFORMATION WANTED OF MY
mother, Malinda Easton, who belonged to
one Hiram Easton ; she had eleven children.
Father is dead the name of the children
were : Derom, Easton, Charles, Mary Eliza
Matilda and Sophia, were all that were
living when the war broke out. We
moved to Newberne, N. C.; our old home-
stead is Washington N. C. In 1864 I came
to Mt. Joy, and am married to Joseph Tay-
lor Any information will be thankfully
received by Margret Taylor, Mt. Joy, Dela-
ware Co., Pa.
INFORMATION WANTED OF MY
mother, Mira Buchanan. She was born
near Degrange, Ark. My father's name was
Albert; my brother's, Andrew Jackson
Buchanan; my sisters', Harriet and Teresy.
Any person knowing the whereabouts of
of any of these will confer a favor by ad
dressing William (or Bill) Buchanan, Tus-
cola, Ill.
INFORMATION WANTED OF MY
mother, Mrs. Harriet Harvill, living in
Greenville Co., Virginia, near Double
Bridges, when last heard from during the
war. My father's name was Elic Harvill,
who is now dead. Direct to Memphis Har-
vill, Coatsville, Chester County, Pa.
INFORMATION WANTED OF MY
mother, Mrs. Mary Ann Moody. When
last heard from she lived in New York.
She visited Philadelphia about six years
ago. Any information of her whereabouts
will be thankfully received by her daugh-
ter, Miss Margaretta Simpson, 708 Lombard
street, Philadelphia, Pa.
INFORMATION WANTED OF MY
mother, Phoebe Clarke. She used to be-
long to Mrs. Virginia Clarke. She lived in
Effingham County, Springfield, Ga. My
name is Charlotte Clarke. I was brought
away from my mother when 9 years of age
by a Methodist preacher by name of Josiah
Clarke. My aunt's name was Rose Clarke.
She was sold to a minister by the name of
James Parman. He lived in Buena Vista
Ga. and one aunt named Mary Clarke lived
in Albany, Ga., and one by the name of Di-
ana Clarke. Both of them used to belong to
a lawyer by the name of Dick Clarke, in
Albany, Ga. My oldest sister's name was
Jane, the younger one Susie and my little
brother's name was Andrew. Any infor
mation will be thankfully received. Ad-
dress Rev. P. W. Williams, box 336,
Shreveport, La.
INFORMATION WANTED OF MY
mother, sister and two brothers. My
mother's name, Emily Ramsey ; used to be-
long to Mr. Thomas Ramsey, of Thomas
Co , Ga. My father's name was George
M'Cloud ; belonged to Mr. Wm. Ramsey, of
the same county. Mother had five children,
viz., Adeney, Archey, Frank, Lewis and
Georgiana. Mother and brothers Frank
and Lewis, and sister Georgiana were sold
to a speculator by the name of Curlias [?] Car-
roll, in 1863 I have not heard from them
since. Any information of either of them
will be gladly received. Address, Archey
M'Cloud, Boston, Ga., in care of Rev. W.
O. P. Sherman.
INFORMATION WANTED OF MY
mother, whose name was Lucy Diggs.
My name was Margaret Diggs. Harriet
Diggs was sold to Mr. Bolden Foster.
One of my brothers was John and the
other James, and a sister named Sallie and
two aunts named Betsy and Nancy. Our
old mistress was blind. When she died
we were sold. My name now is Margaret
Debra. All of my people lived on James
river, near Point Comfort, Va. Any information
will be gladly received. Direct
your letters to Margaret Debra, Albany,
Georgia, in care of Rev. J. H. Adams,
P. O. Box, 41.
INFORMATION WANTED OF MY
sister, Eliza McMichael, the daughter of
Jane McMichael and Adam Kennerly, who
died before the war near Orangeburg, South
Carolina. My name is now Julia Ann Da-
vis. I was brought to Louisiana by George
McMichael before the war. I have not
heard from my sister since I left South Car-
olina, but heard she came to this State be-
fore the war with the traders. I live in
Plaquemine, La., am known as Julia Ann
Daivs. Any information of my sister's
whereabouts would greatly relieve a dis-
stressed sister anxious to find her only sister.
Address Julia Ann Davis, Plaquemine, La.
INFORMATION WANTED OF MY
uncle and aunt, Dainel [Daniel] and Maria Canon.
When last heard from they lived in Shelby,
Tenn. Lewis Carter, No. 7 Smallman St.,
Allegheney, Pa.
INFORMATION WANTED OF MY
uncle William, who went by his own-
er's name--William Roundtree, and my
aunt Hannah, who was sold away from us
to some of the Gulf States before the late
war. They belonged to a white man by the
name of Dudley Roundtree, who at that
time lived about seven miles from Stam-
burg, S. C., on Little Horse Creek. Any in-
formation will be thankfully received. Ad-
dress, J. S. PARKER,
Box 450, Wilmington, N. C.
INFORMATION WANTED OF MY
brother, Eugene Swayze, who was born
in Yazoo County, Miss, and left that State
in 1880. The last time heard from he was
in Chicago, Ills. Any information will be
gladly received by R. B. Swayze, Grady Sta-
tion, Ark.
INFORMATION WANTED OF MY
brother, Joseph Green. The last time I
heard from he he was in Hoston Crocket
town, Texas. Any information concerning
him will be gladly received by his brother,
Pink Green, Bucksville, S.C.
INFORMATION WANTED OF MY
brothers, Alfred, Pete and Bill Cawood,
who were sold South before the war by Ben
and Thomas Hicks, sons of the widow Emma
Hicks, to whose estate we belonged in Lou-
den county, Va, on the road between the
towns of Paris and Upperville. Our father's
name was Hays Cawood, and mother's
name was Sarah Cawood William wrote
to John Isaiah Hickabout ten years a go in-
quiring for his people. Any information
of the above named persons will be gladly
received by their anxious sister, Julia Wil-
liams, No. 56 Alley 15, Wheeling, West
Virginia.
INFORMATION WANTED OF MY
brothers, William West who belonged to
Kenada, and George Logan, who belonged
to Henry Weathers, with my mother, whom
they called Moneca; sisters Angeline and
Louisa and myself. My father's name was
Moses Logan; he belonged to Henegar Ar-
baugh. He was shot by rebels during the
war and our mother died soon after he did.
This occurred in Johnson county, Ark.,
where we lived. After their deaths we
went to Fort Smith, Ark. George went
from there to Little Rock, Ark., with an-
other sister named Harriet, where she died
and I have not heard of him since, The
last I heard of William he was at Spring-
field, Mo. Any information will be gladly
received by their anxious brother Dren-
non Logan, Coleborough, Ark.
INFORMATION WANTED OF MY
mother and two brothers. My name is
Brown Jones, I belonged to Hightower. I
came from North Carolina when about six
years of age. Mr. Hightower sold me to
Jones. My mother's name was Frankie
Hightower. She came to Missouri also. I
was taken to Texas during the war. I left
my mother in Webster county, Mo. My
brothers' names were Bruce and Car Hightower.
They left Missouri with a man named
Lott Hightower. I heard that they joined
the First and Second Kansas Regiments,
colored. My sister's name was Lucifier
Hightower; she was sold to Tinnel and
taken to Texas. Any information will be
gladly received, Direct, Springfield, Mo.,
P, O. Box 124.
INFORMATION WANTED OF MY AUNT
Rebecca Cornel, or my uncle, Aaron
Moore, or any of their friends--George
Smith, George White, Alexander Settles
or any of the Rivers', all of whom lived in
Clarksville Tenn., during the war. My
aunt may have changed her name by mar-
riage since that time. My father's name
was Clark Moore. He died in the army. I
was brought North by one of the teachers.
My name was Alice Ann Moore; am now
married to a man by the name of Dungill.
Ministers will confer a great favor by read-
ing this to their congregations. Any infor-
mation of any or all of the above named
persons can be addressed to J. A. Dungill,
South Haven, Vanburen Co., Mich , which
will not only be thankfully received but
liberally rewarded.
INFORMATION wanted of my aunt Causy
Baw, and her seven children who were sold
from Amelia County, Va, in 1855 to a pain-
ter in Alabama. since then she has only been
heard from once, then she was in the same
State. Any parties knowing their where-
bouts will do a favor to communicate the same
to her nephew Lewis D. Twine.
Lincoln University.
Chester County, Pa. 3m 11-1t.
INFORMATION WANTED OF MY AUNT,
Gracy Goodwin, the name she went by
in slave times. She was owned by a lady
by the name of Lucy Clark, who married a
man by the name of Goodwin Nickson, of
Montgomery, Alabama. She had five
children--John, Julia, Clara, Miney and
Jesse. Her mother's name is Kisey. Any
information will be thankfully received.
Rev P G Gowens, Ocala, Florida.
INFORMATION WANTED OF MY AUNT,
Flora Hillard. She was sold in 1861 from
Louisiana to a man by the name of Pinch, who
went to Texas and took her with him. I have
not heard from her since. She first b[e]longed to a
man by the name of W. W. Collins. Any infor-
mation will be gladly received. Please address
B. T. Davis, Mine La Motte, Madison county, Mo.
INFORMATION WANTED OF MY AUNT,
Mrs. Mary Highgate. I have not seen
her since I left home with the Forty-first U.
S. troops, and am very anxious to hear from
her, as I may be able to learn what became
of my people. Any information will be
gladly received. Address
RICHARD DICKERSON,
Care of W. J. Friar, Esq., Greenville, Miss.
Information wanted of my bro-
ther James Marsh. We are the
children of Amos and Mary Marsh.
We were eight in number four
boys and four girls. Our former
home was in Giles county, Tenn.
About eighteen years ago I heard
that Brother James was living in
New York State. If found please
address his brother, Amos Marsh,
St. Charles, Mo., in care of Rev
P.C. Crews, Box 547.
INFORMATION WANTED OF MY BRO-
ther Perry Waters. He be-
longed to Geo Brent, Mancook, Maryland.
We were children of Richard Waters. It
is said they were sold down South. Perry
Waters is about 56 or 60 years of age. The
children were all sold together. Their
names are Perry, Henry, Horace, Henson
and Fanny Waters. My name is now Mar-
tha Williams. Any person knowing where
any of them are will oblige me by address-
ing me at Wheeling, W. Va., No. 1402 Mar-
ket street.
INFORMATION WANTED OF MY BRO-
ther, Clayborn Cooper, who belonged
to one Thomas Cooper, of Edenton, Pitman
County, Ga., and was sold to one Thomas
O'Neal, of Tennessee, about the year of
1832. His brothers, names were Jeremiah
Cooper Wm. Alexander Cooper. He sis-
ters names, Calline Cooper and Eliza Coop-
er. The mother's name was Paga Cooper.
My nephew is Rev. Robert Cooper, of the
A.M.E. Church. He is a son of Jeremiah
Cooper. Any information concerning them
will be gladly received. A. Alex. Cooper,
Alton, Ills.
INFORMATION WANTED OF MY BRO-
ther, John Frost. When last heard
from he was in Texas. He has a brother by
the name of Isaac Freeman, and one by the
name of Smyrna Freeman and one by the
name of Monday Freeman. Address No.
44 St. Micheal Alley, Charleston, S. C.
ISAAC FREEMAN.
INFORMATION WANTED OF MY BRO-
ther, Monroe Powell. My mother's
name was Millie Powell. She belonged to
Abram Powell, of Liberty, Bradford Co ,
Va. She died in Merry Co , Tenn. Three
children were sold. I was sold to Mr Var
ries The last I heard from Monroe, he
was in Tuscumbia, Ala Any information
of him will be thankfully received by
Whitfield Powell, Miami Mo.
INFORMATION WANTED OF MY BRO-
ther, Rev. Wm. Hughes. When last
heard from, he had charge of Asbury Chap-
el, Washington, D C. Any one knowing
his whereabouts will please send his ad
dress to his sister, Francis Wren, Mt. Pleas-
ant, Jefferson county, Ohio.
INFORMATION WANTED OF MY BRO-
ther. He goes by the name of William
Henry Butts, or William Henry Jackson.
We parted at the battle of Antietam. Also
of my uncle by the name of Dick Jackson.
Address, Albert Butts, 202 Nassau St.,
Brooklyn, New York.
Information wanted of my broth
er, Henry Taylor, whose owner
was John B. Hunter, of Charleston,
Tallicache County, Miss. Was seen
for the last time the 2nd year of
the war, when he went away with
the first regiment that passed
through the place. His mother's
name was Mariah Smith. He had
three sisters, Georgia, Margaret,
Mary, besides the writer Eliza
Bronson. He had a brother Will
iam Taylor, who went away with
him. Any information concerning
him will be gladly received by
Mrs. Eliza Brunson, 522 Manasses
St., Memphis, Tenn.
INFORMATION WANTED OF MY BROTH
ers and sister, Reuben Gibbons, William
Gibbons and America Jane Godsey. The
last I heard of my brother, Reuben he was
set free and went away before the war
My brother William went over in Illinois,
near Centralia. My sister left Hawkins
county, Tenn., with a man named Steve
Godsey. Any information will be thank
fully received by Julia A. Clark, Marys-
ville, Yuba Co., California.
Information wanted of my broth-
er and mother, whose names were
Joe and Caroline. We belonged to
Tom Harvey, about fifteen miles
Charlotte Court House, Va. My
father's name was Cupid, he died
before I left there. I was given to
my young mistress, Polly, who
married a Thoruton, but I was af-
terwards seized and sold for debt.
My name is Yanka. Mother had
two children, Joe and myself. I am
the eldest, I had three aunts: Lucy,
Hannah and Mary. Any information
will be gladly received by J.
W. Saxon Beaufort, S.C.
INFORMATION WANTED OF MY BROTH-
er and sister, named Marshal Grander-
son and Reamer Granderson. Marshall was
sold at Richmond, Va., and Reamer was
sold at Gordonsville, Va., both before the
war. We were servants of one William F.
Carter in Louisa County, Va. Our father
and mother were named Charles and Lucy
Granderson. Any information will be glad-
ly received by Emanuel Granderson at Mar-
tins Ferry, Belmont Co., Ohio.
INFORMATION WANTED OF MY BROTH-
er, Adam Call. He left Jacksonville,
Fla , with his master, W. M. Piles, for
Tennessee, to wait on him during the war.
My mother's name was Fannie Moody
She only had four children, viz, Harry,
Charles, Lucy and Adam Piles. Brother
afterwards changed his name to Adam Call.
The last we heard of him he was in Chicago,
Ill. If any of your readers know of the
above named person address Mrs. Lucy
Windly, care Rev. W. C. Hamilton, Man-
darin, Fla.
Information wanted of my broth-
er, Arlold Ellis; when last heard
from he was at Cumland Gap. My
name is Julia Sloan. Address,
Mrs. Julia Sloan, Arkadelpia,
Ark., or her daughter, Irena D.
Watkins, Crystal Springs, Miss.
INFORMATION WANTED OF MY BROTH-
er, Jesse Whitten We were servants of
a rich planter in Spotsylvania Co., Va., by
the name of Billy Whitten. Jesse ran
away to the free states before the war My
name is Salina Waller, formerly Salina
Whitten. I now live with a neice in New
Bedford, Mass. Any information of my broth-
er Jesse will be gladly received. Address,
Salina Waller, care of Deacon Wiggins,
Kempton St , New Bedford, Mass.
Information wanted of my broth-
er, Robert Penny, who left Lind
Grove, La in 1873. Our father's
name was Henry Penny, there were
four children of, Robert, Easter,
Melissa and Monroe The last I
heard of brother Robert he was in
Greenville, Miss.; the pastors of
churches will kindly read this to
their congregations as his wherea-
bouts will be thankfully received
by his brother, Monroe Penny at
Bonita, LA., care of Rev, J. W.
Lampton.
Information wanted of my broth-
ers Andrew Mitchell, Charles
Carnes, My mother's name was
Mary Jane Carnes; father's name
was Wright Mitchell. We lived
near Columbus, Ga., in Alabama.
Andrew Mitchell left here about
fifteen years ago. When last heard
of he was in Little Rock, Ark.
Charles Carns left here about five
years ago. When last hear of he
was in Townson, Ga. Any infor-
mation of their whereabouts will
be thankfully received by their
brother, Walter Carns, Brickyard,
Ala., care of Rev. D.E. Edmond-
son, P.E. Eutaula, Ala., Box 81.
INFORMATION WANTED OF MY BROTH-
ers, James, Lemuel, Allen, Frank and
Robert Matthews. Also of Lizzie and Cynthia
Allen, David Gray and Harriet Warfeld.
When last I saw them we were at Calana,
Mississippi, on the "Poke Ann Plantation."
Our owner's name was Lemuel Copper.
Any information of the parties named will
be thankfully received. Address to the
care of the pastor of the A. M. E. Church
Waco, McLennan County, Texas.
CESAR MATTHEWS,
Rifle Point, Texas.
INFORMATION WANTED OF MY BROTH-
ers, Thomas and Major Ross, sons of Rich-
ard and Ann Ross. They were born slaves
in Calvert Co. Md. and ran off from their
mistress, Mrs Eliza Robbins, of Baltimore
City Md , just before the war. Any in-
formation as to their whereabouts will be
thankfully received by their brother, J. M.
Ross, Cadiz, Ohio.
INFORMATION WANTED OF MY BROTH-
ers, Washington and Dick Ferguson.
They were in the Government service at
Paducah, Ky., in the year 1863, and were
from Ballard county, Ky. They did belong
to a man by the name of John D. Ferguson,
a preacher, and left paducah and joined the
army of the United States somewhere not
known to us. They went with Carter and
George Ferguson, Their father and moth-
er's names are Winston and Charity Fer-
guson, and my sisters names are Joanna
and Katie Ferguson. Information of any or
all of the above named persons will be
thankfully received. Please address James
L. Ferguson, Paducah, Ky., in care of Bish-
op G. W. Dupee.
Information wanted of my brother
Lindsley Teasley, and Betsey and
Milly Ann Norman. I was sold from
Georgia in 1861, and have only heard
from them once since. Any infor-
mation of them will be thankfully
received.
They will find their brother, Hen-
ry Teasley, 37 Wirpland St., Boston,
Mass., who is now Henry Hurd.
March 18 - 1 m.
INFORMATION WANTED OF MY BROTHER,
Isaiah Jackson. On the breaking out of
the rebellion he belonged to John Thomas,
Jefferson County, near Lee Town, Va. His
wife Louisa Jackson, lived with George
Wilcher. Any information of this where-
abouts will be thankfully received by his
brother, Robert Jackson, Norristown, Pa.
Information wanted of my brother,
Julius Harrison. I have not
seen nor heard of him for two
years. When last heard of he was
working on a train running from
Hattisburg, Miss., to New Orleans,
La. His birthplace is Tarboro, N.
C. His mother, the widow of Turner
Harrison, is named Maria
Harrison. Please address, Miss
Julia Harrison, 5 Fruit Street, Ct.,
Boston, Mass.
INFORMATION wanted of my brother,
Noble Jackson; when last heard from was
living at 1427 Ave. M. Galveston. Address
WILL JACKSON, colored, care County
Jail, Kaufman, Tex.
Information Wanted of my brother,
who left Louisiana four years
ago for Mississippi. He is about
twenty years of age. Any information
will be thankfully received
by Mrs. Anna Adams, Risan P. O.,
Cleveland county, Arkansas.
INFORMATION wanted of my brothers Joe
and Francis and my sister Ann Maria and
Jordon and Daniel. The first two belonged to
the Sharps, the rest of them to Jacob Perry
of Berte County, N.C.
My name was Charity Perry, but now it is
Charity Marshall. I was sold from them 27
years ago.
INFORMATION WANTED OF MY CHIL
dren. I was sold from them in 1860. At
that time we belonged to a man named Jacob
Certain. I was sold by him to a man by the
name of Buren Wardell, then living in
Memphis, Tenn. The oldest child's name
was Millie, in her ninth year; the second
was Mary, nearly seven years old. It will
be twenty years in October since I saw
them, and I would be more than glad to
hear from them. Their youngest sister,
Martha, is now living at Cape Girardeau,
Mo. Any information will be gratefully re-
ceived by their mother, Nancy Williams,
Abbeville, Mo.
INFORMATION WANTED OF MY CHIL-
dren. When I left Florida I had a son
named George Britt and a daughter, Debbie
Britt, I also had sons living in Georgia--
Mitchell and Abb. Any information will
be gladly received by their mother,
LOUISA BRITT,
East Baton Rouge, La.
INFORMATION WANTED OF MY CHILD
Abba. She was taken from us when four
years old in Hardin County Kentucky. In the distribution
of the Hardin estate, she fell to Sarah
Turner. I belonged to Mr. McElroy and my wife,
Betsy, belonged to the Hardings. We were sold
o [to] Galager, who sold us to Pierce Cooper in Louisville.
I now go by the name of Henry Gray.
Please read this notice in the churches in Hardin
Co., Ky., Henry Gray (formerly Henry McElroy)
1855 Ontario St., Toledo O.
Information wanted of my children,
Mary Francis and Julius
Ashe. When last heard of in 1848,
they were in Montgomery, Ala.
Any information concerning them
will be thankfully received by
their mother, Emma Ashe Pitts,
1015 Scott Street, Davenport, Ia.
Information wanted of my daugh-
ter Harriet. When last heard from,
in 1860, she was in Carrol county,
Ga. Age now about 20. She was
in the family of Elizabeth C.
McWater. Any information will be
gladly received.
Address,
ISABELLA LONZO.
Information wanted of my daughter,
Nancy Gordon, taken from Barren county,
Kentucky, by Dr. Emison, about twelve
years ago, to Tennessee. Any information
of her will be joyfully received by her mo-
ther, HANNAH GORDON.
Address Hannah Gordon, Bowling Green,
Ky., care of Rev. J. C. Embry.
INFORMATION WANTED OF MY FA-
ther and mother, brothers and sisters.
They belonged to a man by the name of
Colier Foster, who lived in Phacith, Ga.,
Monroe county. My father and mother
were David and Elizabeth Foster. They
had at that time eleven children, five of
whom were dead, viz., George, Ellen, Thom
as, Phillip and Hannibal. Those living
when I left were Nancy, Sally, Lee, David
and Lezanna. Mr. Foster broke and all
his people were sold. My mother and
brother David and sister Lezanna were sold
to a man by the name of Henry Sharp ;
myself and sister Nancy went with Dr. A
G. Patten, a son-in-low of Mr. Foster's, from
Troop county, Ga., to Fayette county Miss
and from thence to Texas. Any informa
tion will be gladly received by their sister,
Mealia Williams, Bastrop, Bastrop Co , Tex.
INFORMATION WANTED OF MY FA-
ther or his people, and my mother's people.
My father's name was James Clark; he be-
longed to Dr. Thomas McCullough, Abing-
ton, Va. He married Elizabeth Sidney
Trigg, who was raised by Judge Conly F.
Trigg, of Abington, Va., but was owned by
Judge J. P. White, who bought her from
John L. Coleman, and was afterwards
brought to Seguin Guadalupe Co., Texas.
The information I want is of my father or
my father's people ; my mother is dead, but
would like to know something of her peo-
ple. Address Rev, William Clark, Laredo,
Webb Co., Texas.
INFORMATION WANTED OF MY FA-
ther, Casby Mann, my mother, Mosella
Gibbs, my three brothers, John, Thomas
and Patrick, and my two sisters, Louisa and
Jennie Gibbs. All of them belonged to the
Gibbs family, at that time living in Hyde
Co., North Carolina. Address, Edward
Gibbs, care of Wm. Lee, P. O. Box 83,
Champaign City, Ill.
INFORMATION WANTED OF MY FA-
ther, Henry Cooper, and mother, Mary
Ann Cooper, and my brothers Edmund and
Isaac Cooper, and Louisa Watson and Wil-
emah Cooper my sisters, and my daughter,
Emma Jane Cooper. I left her in Kentucky.
All the others was sold in Virginia by Wil-
liam Goult. I never knew where they
were taken. I came away in the latter part
of the war and would be happy to hear
from them. Please publish and oblige
Thomas Cooper, Mount Holly, N. J.
INFORMATION WANTED OF MY FA-
ther, sisters and brothers. My brother
and father belonged to James Lathern, but
by marriage they fell into the family of the
Hartisons, and afterwards were sold to
Abram Newberry, and from Newberry he
was sold to George Turner in Washington,
North Carolina. My father was known by
the name of Lathern, the miller. My oldest
sister, Mary Boyd, belonged to Zacra Boyd,
and lived in Bathe; my sister Mahala La-
thern, belonged to Samuel Lathern who
lived four miles from Bathe, Beaufort, Co.,
N. C. The last I saw of my father I was
coming through the streets of Washington
in a speculator drove and I was then
bought by Tom Lathern and brought to
Mississippi where I now live. My name is
Jane Turner. Any information will be
thankfully received, Address,
MRS. JANE TURNER,
care of H. G. Turner [my son]
Martin station, Claiborne Co., Miss.
INFORMATION WANTED OF MY FAM-
ily. My mother was living in Nash-
ville, Tennessee. Her name was Lucinda
Hall. I had a sister named Malvina Hall.
I came North with a man named John Don-
ilson as child's nurse. If any of my people
are living I would like to hear from them,
My name is Eliza Jane Murray, in care of
Mrs. E. Martin, 3713 Spruce street, Phila-
delphia, Pa.
Information wanted of my family. Father's name was Charles Forg, and lived at Winnsboro, S.C., Fairfield district. Mother's name was Mary Forg, and lived at the same place The children were Sarah, Rachel, Lucy, Martha, Mary, Jack and George. I belonged to a man named John Rales and was sold to James Herne, a trader, who brought me to Louisiana. Any information of the above named parties will be very thankfully received by Lucy Hall, Box 154, Guthrie, O. T.,
Information wanted of my fath-
er [father], brothers, sisters and aunt. My
father was Geoffrey Gray; Nancy
Crier was my aunt; my brothers
and sisters were Jefferson, David,
Archer, Emily and Detsy Gray.
They were sold in Georgia to a
man by the name of James Cole
who lived in Sarah county, Va.
Aunt lived in Washington, D. C.,
when last heard from. Any infor
mation concerning them will be
thankfully received by Benjamin
Gray brother and son. Address
Mary E. Gray, daughter, Snow
Hill Postoffice, Worces county,
Md.
INFORMATION WANTED OF MY FATH-
er, William Brown, and my two brothers,
George and Henry Clay Brown, whom I
left in Louisville, Ky., some thirty odd years
ago, Brother Henry Clay, and myself be-
longed at that time to a merchant by the
name of John D. Baker. I was sold to
traders Arterburn and Garrison, when a
girl about 13 or 14 years of age. Any infor-
mation of my father or brothers will be
most thankfully received. Address, Kisie
Ann Brown, care of Alice L. Brown, Wood-
ville, Miss., Wilkinson County.
INFORMATION WANTED OF MY FATH-
er. He was a free man some time be
fore the war. He lived in Little Rock, Ark
About the year 1858, he left Little Rock and
went to Ohio. His wife Harriet was owned
by a man by the name of Henderson who
lived on Big Creek, Lawrence county, Ark
The names of her children by him, were
Emaline, who belonged to Wm. Jones,
James, Mack and Clara, who belonged to
Green Jones; and Andrew Jackson. These
children all live about Little Rock, Ark
My father's name is Robert Cook, he was a
Methodist preacher. Any information of
him will confer a favor on Andrew Jackson
Cook, Clarinda, Page Co., Iowa, in care Rev.
T. A. Cook.
INFORMATION WANTED OF MY FATH-
er. His name is Radford Barrow, He
lived in Chambers' county, Alabama, with
his owner, Josephus Barrow. Up to the
year 1857 or '58, when he, with his owner
moved to some point in Louisiana, where
he remained for eight or twelve months
only and then ran away. Any information
given will confer a great favor upon me.
Address, J. A. Barrow, 151 Markham street,
Atlanta, Ga. Please read this notice in
every church.
Information Wanted of my father
Rev. Richard Green, of the A.M.E.
Church, pastor at Galveston, Tex.
I am anxious to know his where-
abouts, being his daughter -- Daisy
Boyd, my marriage name. He is
quite white, some people would take
him for white. I have not seen him
since I was two years old. He mar-
ried a lady by the name of Annie
Kelly. He is tall, heavy set, quite
white, curly hair and very black.
Address, Daisy Boyd, San Angelo,
Texas, Lock Box 38.
INFORMATION WANTED OF MY FATHER,
Isaac Wolford. He was raised in Pop-
lar Neck, Caroline county Eastern Shore
Md. He was probably in the army, but I
do not know what regiment he was in.
He left my youngest brother with an old
lady in Caroline county. Any information
of him will be thankfully received by his
daugther [daughter]. MAGGIE E. LUCAS.
166 West Gen [unclear] sel St , Auburn, N. Y.
INFORMATION WANTED OF MY FATHER,
mother, brothers and sisters. My father's
name was Jacob; he belonged to a man by
the name of Hayes. I left them in Rock-
ingham county, North Carolina. My moth-
er belonged to the widow Reynolds, same
county; my brother's name was James. I
don't know the man to whom he belonged.
My sister's names are Mickey and Charlotte;
I was separated from mother and father at
the age of about ten years. I was taken to
Missouri to James Reynolds, the son of Ed-
ward Reynolds, by Hagerman and Edward.
My sister Charlotte belonged to the widow
Reynolds during her lifetime, and my
mother was free at her death. Brothers
George, Sam and Jerry and sisters Sarah
and Mary, all moved to Missouri together,
to Jackson county, Independence, Mo. Any
information concerning the above persons
will be thankfully received by
ALEXANDER REYNOLDS,
Chester, Ill.
Information Wanted of my father,
James Williams; of my mother,
Mary Williams, and my sisters,
Jane and Susan. We went by the
name of Lann, after our owners. I
left them when about 12 years old;
they were then in Charlottsville,
Va., and was brought to Texas in
1863 by Mr. Lann, who settled in
"Red Top," Grimes county. Any
information of any of the above
will be thankfully received. Address
to Mrs. Polly Elliott alias
Polly Lann, 702 E. First Ave.,
Corsicana, Navarro county, Tex.
INFORMATION WANTED OF MY FATHER, JEFF TAYLOR (colored), formerly owned by Colonel Stother, or King William county, Va., and of my brothers, FLEMING TAYLOR and KENDALL TAYLOR, and my, and my sisters, ROSE BANKS and CAROLINE TAYLOR (all colored), formerly the property of the estate of Mrs. Harriet Hill, of King William county, Va. Address SOPHY BAILEY, Congress Street lane, between Habersham and Price streets, de 10-2t* Savannah, Ga.
Information wanted of my father, Spencer Johnson. He belonged to Lewis Massey. We were separted in 1848 or '49. My mother, Angeline Johnson, belonged to Dan W. Grant. She came to Loudon county, Va., with Sallie Corbin. Any information will gladly be received. Address, John Franklin Johnson, 276 South Water St., Chambersburg, Pa.
INFORMATION WANTED of MY HUS-
band. He left here some three weeks
ago to go to Richmond, Virginia. He is
travelling giving lectures, He is an African
and belongs to the Zulu tribe. The last
place I heard from him was at Staunton,
Virginia. Any one knowing his where-
abouts will oblige his wife by addressing.
SARAH YOUNG,
care Rev. D. J. Beckett,
Winchester, Va.
INFORMATION WANTED OF MY HUS-
band's brothers--Peter, Ned and Cator
My husband's name was Robert Robinson
and he lived with McGhee or Woodside
The last heard from, his brothers lived in
Dover, Ill. Any information will be gladly
received by VINEY ROBINSON, McComb City,
Miss. au4.
INFORMATION WANTED OF MY MO
ther and sister. My mother went by the
name of Letitia Dickson, my sister, by the
name of Mary Trimelese (her husband's
name). Fannie Dickson, and my mother
left Mercer Banham, Friame county, Texas,
in 1873. I heard of her in 1881 in Clark-
ville, Red River County Texas. My mother
may have married since she left Banham
I went by the name of Melviny Christel,
but since then I have married a man by the
name of Goodall. Sister Mary I have not
heard of. She went off in 1870. Any in-
formation will be thankfully received.
Address, J. S. Goodall, Stringtown, In-
dian Territory.
INFORMATION WANTED OF MY MO-
ther and father My father's name was Jacob
Chambers; my mother's, Jenny Chambers.
They lived in Rookingham, Virginia. I
was sold from them to the speculators and
they brought me and sister Mary to Mis-
sissippi. I left two brothers there--Ned
and Jack. Any information will be thank-
fully received. Address Rachel Jackson,
Warren Mission, Vicksburg, Miss.
INFORMATION WANTED OF MY MO-
ther's whereabouts. Her name was Jane
Graves. The last time I heard of her she
was living in St. Joe, Mo. She was then
living with a family by the name of Paint
er, who separated us during the war when
I was quite small. My name is Louisa I
am now married to a man by the name of
Frank Moore, and am living in Burlington,
Iowa. I have a brother by the name of
Dirk Graves, whom I left there at the time
I was taken away. Address A. R. Ward,
Burlington, Iowa.
INFORMATION WANTED OF MY MO-
ther, brothers and sisters. My mother's
name is Mary Carpenter; my sister's Geor-
giana. They lived in Wayne Co., N. C.
My name in Cornelia Carpenter. Any in-
formation will be thankfully received. Ad-
dress
ROBERT BALIFFT,
Hamburg, Ashley Co., Ark.
INFORMATION WANTED OF MY MO-
ther, Eliza Canon. She left Lewis Co.,
Mo. about the year 1857 or '58, with a man
by the name of Stephen McPherson, who
took her to Texas. She had two sons and
two daughters--Thomas Benton and George
Washington, Harriet Ann and Sarah. Any
information will be thankfully received by
her daughter
SARAH BOSTON,
Canton, Mo.
INFORMATION WANTED OF MY MO-
ther, Nancy Wilhite. She used to be-
long to Mr. Jacob Wilhite, who lived in
Bedford Co., Tenn. My name is Martha
Jane Wilhite. I was taken away from my
mother by James Burles and Millie Bru-
den when six years of age. My oldest sis-
ter's name was Easter; my oldest brother's
name, Martin. My youngest brother's name
I cannot tell, but they called him Forten.
Any information will be thankfully re-
ceived. I am married. My name is Mar
tha Jane Oldom. Address Rev. Dr. J. Go[unclear],
Waxahachie, Ellis Co., Texas.
INFORMATION WANTED OF MY MOTH
er, Ettie Vine. Belonged to Judge
Willis of Mississippi; last reported as being
in Louisiana. She had two children, Eliza
and Morris Willis, who were sold with her
to the widow Sampson. Please direct to
Mariah Willis, J. W. Randolph, pastor of
A. M. E. Church, box 320, Waco, Texas.
INFORMATION WANTED OF MY MOTH
er, Nanby Whittecar. Her husband's
name is Bill Whittecar. She left Columbia
Tennessee, about ten years ago and went to
Arkansas; one brother by the name of An-
thony David Hunter; two sisters, Rose and
Arzuler Whittecar. My brother has but
one eye. Mother's former husband was
Adam Hunter. Any information of their
whereabouts will be gladly received by
F. J. HUNTER,
Beardstown, Tenn.
INFORMATION WANTED OF MY MOTH-
er, Armensetta Johnson, and my three
sisters, their names were Princess, Charlotte
and Janey. They belonged to a Colonel
Jones in Savannah, Georgia I was sold
from them in 1861 then they were living
in Ralson county, Georgia My great grand-
mother's name was Sylvia Galles and my
grandmother's name was Hatty Campbell
Any information will be thankfully received
by her son. PETER JOHNSON
1205 Canby street between Walnut and
Locust. 12th and 13th streets Philadelphia
INFORMATION WANTED OF MY MOTH-
er, father, sisters and brothers. My
father and mother, Cyprus and Gracy Wil-
son, belonged to David Clinton, who lived
in Tussimingo County, Mississippi. The
following are the names of the children:
Fanny, Orange, James, Aaron, Clarissa
Ann, Charley, Savannah and Lowlah. The
last time I heard of mother she was in Cor-
rinth, Mississippi. Any information con-
cerning any of the above-named parties
will be thankfully received. Address
ORANGE WILSON,
Union, Franklin Co., Mo.
INFORMATION WANTED OF MY MOTH-
er Aley I don't know her last name.
She had three children--two sons and one
daughter--John, Benjamin and Rhody.
Aley was sold into Davison County, N. C.
Any information of her whereabouts will
be thankfully received by her son, Benja-
min Franklin. Address, care W. H. Hop
kins, 20 Sth Broad street, Elisabeth, N. J.
INFORMATION WANTED OF MY MOTH-
er and sister. My mother's name was
Nancy Dosier and sister's name was Alice.
They were sold at Jackson, Miss., by a
man named Mizel(?). My mother was sold
from Jackson in 1851 or '52 to Poindexter,
of Louisiana, who took her to Shreeves-
port, La. She left three children in Jack-
son, two boys and a girl ; Wilson, Alice
and Lem I heard last of mother at Sul-
phur Springs, Va., in about 1863. My
mother's brother, Joseph Moore, is still liv-
ing in Vicksburg, Miss Any information
of her or either of them will be gladly re-
ceived by me. Address, 6 and 8 Sherman
street, Chicago, Ill., Room No. 6.
INFORMATION WANTED OF MY MOTH-
er's relatives, father, mother three sis
ters and three brothers Father's name
Robert Burley mother's name Caroline
brothers' were Jiles, Wilson and Charles
sisters' were Betsy, Annie and Nellie. the
youngest. Father was left in Halifax, Vir
ginia, and also oldest brother and youngest
sister belonging to Joe Crews. The last
hearing was that Jiles had gone to Illinois.
Before the separation of the family they as
sumed the name of their owner, Epper
Sidner. The inquiring sister's name was
Hannah Sidner. She is now living at
Brunswick, Miss Since married her name
is Hannah Carter. Any information as to
the whereabouts of those inquired for will
be thankfully received by Hannah Carter,
Brunswick, Miss., or son,
GEORGE A. LEE,
Fisk University, Nashville, Tenn.
Nov. 9, 1t
INFORMATION WANTED OF MY MOTH-
er, Bettea Scott, my sisters Eveline, Mar-
tha and Salvia Scott and my brothers,
Thomas, Ike and Sampes Scott. My name
was Lucy Scott We belonged to a man by
the name of Elijah Scott, who lived in Bal-
lard county, Ky. Information of the above
parties will be gladly received by Lucy
Wilson. Address H. C Campbell, Toledo,
Ark.
INFORMATION WANTED OF MY MOTH-
er, Hannah Nowlen, and Alexander Now-
len. My father's name was Sharp Nowlan,
belonging at that time to Kellice Nowlen.
My sister's name was Mariah Nowlen ; my
brothers' names were Bill, Sharp, Jesse and
Henry Nowlen. Any one knowing of
these persons or any of their relations will
oblige me by informing me of their where-
abouts. They were living at the time I was
sold from them, about 35 years ago, about
two miles from Liberty, Bedford County,
Virginia. I went at the time by the name
of Jeff Nowlen. Direct to
JEFF BUFORD,
Buford Station, Giles Co., Tenn.
INFORMATION WANTED OF MY MOTH-
er, Hannah Olsup, and my sister and brother,
Sarah and Henry Webb. They belonged to
Alexander Hermington in Spotslynvania
County, Va. When last heard from they
were in Washington City, D. C. Any one
giving me information of the whereabouts
of the above named relatives will do me a
favor and give great satisfaction.
Address
ROBERT WEBB,
New Brighton, Pa.
INFORMATION WANTED OF MY MOTH-
er, Hulda Ross. She formerly belonged
to the family of James Carmon, near Flem-
ingsburg, [Flemingsburg] Kentucky. We were separated
about twenty-five years ago. I had two
sisters and two brothers--Milly and Han-
nah, John and Joshua. The last time I
saw my mother she was sold from Sharps-
burg, and we all met at the house of Henry
Bishop, who lives in Flemingsburg, I
learned recently that my mother was living
on Walnut Hill, Cincinnati, Ohio. Any in-
formation concerning my mother will be
thankfully received by her son, Henry
Ross.
INFORMATION WANTED OF MY MOTH-
er, Jane Ross. She belonged to a man
named Captain David Taylor, who lived
on Eastern Shore, Maryland. She was
sold away down South. Any information
of her will be gratefully received by her
daughter, Minnie Blake, formerly Minnie
Ross, 206 Dean Street, Philadelphia, Pa.
INFORMATION WANTED OF MY MOTH-
er, Julia Hardy, and my sisters Fanny
and Nancy. Mother belonged to William
Gunn. When last heard from she was in
Notaway Co., Va. I was known in Virgi-
nia as Scott Johnson, owned by Peter Wells
in Dinwiddie Co. Address, Rev W. S.
Johnson, Mexia, Tex.
INFORMATION WANTED OF MY MOTH-
er, Mary Houston, and sister and brother,
Tony Houston. The last time I heard from
them they were in Helena, Tenn. My
name is David Johnson. When I was at
home they called me Malissa Houston.
Any information of their whereabouts will
be thankfully received. Address in care of
the pastor of A. M. E. Church, Alexandria,
La. DAVID JOHNSON.
INFORMATION WANTED OF MY MOTH-
er, one sister and two bothers, Mrs. Hen-
rietta Simms, Anna, Billie and George
Simms. They belonged to one Peter Woods
in Charles Co. Md. Any information re-
specting them will be gratefully received
by her son and their brother
PETER SIMMS,
Cor. President & Slater avenues, Provi-
dence, R. I.
INFORMATION WANTED OF MY MOTH-
er, Sarah Jacobs. She was owned by
Stansberry Jacobs about ten miles from the
city of Seaford, Del. I was seven years old
at the time she was sold ; I am now 66
years. Any information will be thankfully
received by Issac Cannon, 853 Clinton St.
Buffalo., N , Y.
INFORMATION WANTED OF MY MOTH-
er, Susan Jones, and my sister, Mary
Jane Jones. They were slaves in Frederick
City, Md. Any information concerning
them will be thankfully received by Jere-
miah Jones, 443 North Duke St, Lancaster,
Pa.
INFORMATION WANTED OF MY MOTH-
er, three sisters and brothers. My
mother's name is Rose Jackson ; sisters,
Peggy Endona, Susan and Nancy Jackson.
My brother's name, John Miles. My sister,
Endona and I were sold 28 or 30 years ago
in the speculators' house in Charleston,
S. C., to Frank Threadwell. Polly Fields,
Eufaula, Ala., care Rev. J. E. Fields.
INFORMATION WANTED OF MY MOTH-
er. Her name is Ann Derry. She is a
sister o Margaret Butler. I cannot learn
my mother's whereabouts ; I desire to
learn whether she is dead or living. When
last heard from she was living with my
cousin Robert Williams. I have also
another cousin. She did live of Rodman
street above 10th, Philadephia, Pa. Her
name is Rebecca Sharp. Any information
thankfully received.
Wm. H. CARPENTER.
INFORMATION WANTED OF MY MOTH-
er. Her name was Mary Gatewood ;
lived near Antioch Church, in Rockingham
county, Va., belonged to Dave Ralston.
When all of us were sold a man named
Loftman bought her. She was afterwards
taken to Pocahontas, Tenn. Last heard
from eighteen years ago ; she had married
a man named Allen and was living in Mis-
sissippi. Also my sisters, Mary, Mattie and
Amanda Pastors in Mississippi will please
notice. Address, Charles Gatewood, 502
Fourth street, North, Minneapolis, Minn.
INFORMATION WANTED OF MY MOTH-
er. Her the name was Patsy. We be-
longed to a speculator who lived near
Greensboro, N. C. He took her to Ala-
bama and sold her, but kept me, a small
child. My present name and address is,
Emily Robbins, Westfield, Indiana.
INFORMATION WANTED OF MY MOTH-
er. I was parted from her about the
year 1852 and sold to a speculator by the
name of Alex Hopkin and was brought to
Georgia. She only had two children at
that time. My name is Patience My sis-
ter's name was Pilsey. My mother's name
is Harriet, and at that time was owned by
Wm. Harrison, of Nash county, North Car-
olina. My marriage name is now, Patience
Arnett. Please help me to find her. Post
Office, Mitchelton, Ga.
INFORMATION WANTED OF MY MOTH-
er. She was owned by James Colvin,
in Culpepper Co., Va. seven miles from
Culpepper C H. in 1843. Her name was
Nellie Simpson She had a brother by the
name Stanton Simpson, a blacksmith, who
worked for James Colvin, my mother's
master. My mother was taken to the State
of Missouri about the same time by James
Corthan. My brother, Champ Simpson,
died from the effects of having a fork
plunged into his eye about the year 1848
I have not heard from my mother since
Any person knowing any thing to lead to
the finding of her will recieve the heartfelt
thanks of Alfred Simpson, Youngstown, O.
216 4t.
INFORMATION wanted of my mother
Deli Johnson. I was sold from her by
a man named Johnson, to Edmund
Richards. When sold I lived in the
country near the Cross Roads, and was
taken to Georgetown in the same
month. My name was then Silla John-
son, my father was William Johnson.
I have a cousin living in Georgetown
name Sophia Curtis. Any information
addressed as follows will be thankfully
received.
Rev. Franklin Jones,
Bayou Sara, La.
INFORMATION wanted of my mother
Elizabeth Hodges, of Baltimore, Md
She belonged to Columbus Ford. I
lived at North East, in Cecil County,
Md., and left there in 1861, since which
time I have not heard from her. I had
a brother named Frisby Hodges, also
living in Baltimore. Any information
of the above will be thankfully received
by William Henry Hodges.
Address William Ringold,
Care Christian Recorder,
631 Pine St., Philadelphia, Pa.
Aug. 17-1mo.
INFORMATION wanted of my mother,
Sylvia Williams, who formerly belonged
to James Maxwell, Esq,, of Augusta,
Ga. She was owned first by Dr. Degarr.
I have not seen her for nine years. I
formerly belonged to the above Maxwell.
Any person that can give me word of her
will be thankfully rewarded Address
The Colored Tennessean, Box 1150.
SAMUEL WILLIAMS,
Son of Henry Williams, now in Liberia.
dec16-3m.
Information wanted of my mother, Martha Jackson, a mulattress who belonged to Judge Lomocks, in Fredericksburg, Virginia, and was sold in the year 1855. When last heard of was in Columbia, Mississippi, and keeping a millinery store. She had three sisters (octoroons, viz: Serena Jackson, born February 13th, 1849. Henrietta Jackson, born September 5th, 1853. Louisa Jackson, aged about 24 years; all were sold with their mother in Virginia. Any information from above named persons will be thankfully received by a bereaved and affectionate daughter. Address, Mrs. Alice Rebecca Lewis. (Nee Jackson), 259 Peters Street, bet. Delord and Calliope New Orleans, La.
Information wanted of my mother. Her name was Mary Thompson. I was sold when I was ten years old. I was taken from Brookville, Noxubee county. I was sold down in Mobile, Alabama, to a man by the name of Mayor Barry. My name is George Alexand Washington, and one brother was named Scott, one named Governor. My sister was named Puss. She had a burn on her right side, one sister named Sarah Jane. Direct to J. L. Anderson, Brookhaven, Miss., Lincoln county.
INFORMATION WANTED OF MY PA-
rents, Bentey and Chloe Washington,
and my brother Bentey Washington, Jr., a
shoe-maker by trade. We belonged to one
John Lambeth, of Beaufort, S. C., and
moved during the war to Blackwell, and
subsequently to Charleston, from which
place, in 1865, I embarked for Liberia in
the emigrantship "Golconda." I returned
to America about nine months afterwards,
but have been unable since to learn of the
whereabouts of my relatives above men-
tioned. My parents were members of the
Baptist Church. Any information concern-
ing them will be gratefully received.
WILLIAM HENRY WASHINGTON,
Princeton, N. J.
INFORMATION WANTED OF MY PA-
rents and relatives. The following are
their names: Edmon Perkin and Becky
Loving or Emily Loving; sisters Amanda,
Mary and Crinder Loving; brothers, John
and Ben Loving. Becky or Emily Lov-
ing belonged to one Nat Loving, who re-
sided in Virginia near Richard. Ed-
mon Perkin belonged to a man by the
name of Perkin, who lived in same State.
I was sold by Nat Loving about the year
1855 or 1856 to speculators and bought out
of the negro trader's yard in Richmond,
Va., by one John McKeller and brought to
Texas by him and have lived here ever
since. Any information leading to their
whereabouts will be gladly accepted. Fan-
nie Hightower, Fincastle, Henderson Co.,
Texas.
INFORMATION WANTED OF MY PAR-
ents who have been lost from me since I
was about nine years old. I am the son of
Mr. Jack Rice, as he used to be called.
There were three brothers--Henry, James
and John Rice, Jr. I wish to learn if either
of the above are alive. If they are I am
anxious to receive any information of either
of the above named relatives. My address
is George William Rice, Moline, Ill.
Information wanted of my parents,
whom I left in Eastern Tolbert
county, Md. My father's
name was Dick Goldby and mother's
name, Nellie Goldby. When
I left them they were owned by
Henry Goldby, in Maryland, when
I was 11 years old. My name was
Maria Goldby. Any information
will be gladly received by me,
Maria Laws, Weimar, Col., Tex.,
care of Felix F. Washington, Box
215.
INFORMATION WANTED OF MY PEO-
ple. I came away from Charleston,
South Carolina, when but a boy in 1865.
and have been in New York ever since
I am living in Brooklyn now, where I have
been for fifteen years past. My name is
Richard Mattis and I have of had two sis-
ters in Charleston, S.C. Their names were
Charlotte Mattis and Margaret Mattis My
father's name was Thomas Mattis and my
mother's name was Marian, but she died
during the war. My father got married
again and moved to Columbia, S.C., and
I have not heard from him since. Address
Richard Mattis, care Rev. Wm R. Thomas,
pastor of Bridge Street A. M E Church, or
129 Nassau Street, Brooklyn, New York.
INFORMATION WANTED OF MY PEO-
ple. My name is Moses Morris. I be-
longed to a man by the name of Madison
Sapp. We moved to Texas in 1860 or '61.
My father's name was Nelson Morse or Nel-
son Mayoland. My mother's name was
Peggie. There were several brothers and
sisters Mary, Lizzie, Ann, Kitty and Martha.
We were separated at the death of our old
master. My father and mother moved from
the State of Georgia to Dale county, Ala-
bama, about the year 1859. I was called
Moses Sapp in slave times. Address all in-
formation to MOSES MORRIS,
Galveston, Texas.
INFORMATION WANTED OF MY PEO-
ple. They lived at Point of Rocks, and
they left there and went to Brooklyn, N. Y.
My mother, Minnie Lee, died when I was
quite small, leaving two daughters besides
myself--one named Pennelpa and the other
named Martha, the latter being the old-
est. The last time I heard of them they
were in Brooklyn, N. Y., very near each
other. My name is Mary Alice Repter Lee.
I have also a brother whose name was
Charles Lee. He went away soon after the
death of my mother, in the army. Ad-
dress, 286 Raborg Street, Baltimore, Md.
Information wanted of my people -- my father's name is Jerry
Thompson, mother's name Sophia Thompson, sisters were Sallie and Mary Thompson, my brothers are Washington and Samuel Thompson, my name is Jerry Williams. I was sold by Mr. Storks at Lumkins traders yard. My master's name was John Storks and I was sold at Richmond, Virginia to go to Mississippi. My Post Office is Dickerson, Miss. Any information will be gladly received by my pastor, Rev. J. S. Campbell, Sheriff Ridge Circuit.
INFORMATION WANTED OF MY PEOPLE.
My mother's name was Diana Edwards,
father's name, James Edwards, my brother,
Isaiah Edwards and my son, James Thomas
Edwards. Also my sister, Patsy Edwards
and her four daughers, names respective-
ly Martha Jane, Mary Ann, Cherry and
Lucy. I left them in Green County, N. C.,
near the town of Hooker My name was
Maria Edwards, but since changed to Maria
Conner. Please address Maria Conner,
Bunker Hill, Maconpin Co., Ill.
INFORMATION WANTED OF MY PEOPLE.
They lived near Sparta, Tenn., and be-
longed to the Austin's. My mother's name
was Cloa Austin. She is now dead. My
mother had a brother. Peter or Harry Aus-
tin; she had a sister Violet, and one named
Celia. My grandmother's name was Fan-
nie; they all belonged to the Austins. My
mother was carried from Tenn. to Mo.
when she was a young woman. Mary Aus-
tin went back to Tenn., on a visit during
slavery time My mother, Cloa Austin,
committed suicide ; she left three children,
Amos, Florence and Caroline Sister was
sold to a speculator named Bess, who lived
in Mo. at that time, that is at Utica, Mo.,
about twenty five or twenty six years ago.
Afterwards sister Florence was sold at Lex-
ington, Mo. When she was sold she had
one child. Sister Fannie's complexion is
light, and if living, is about 45 years of
age. Address, Caroline Holloway, Mus-
kogee, Indiana Territory, Box 1[6?]6.
INFORMATION WANTED OF MY PEOPLE.
My father's name was Shadrick: my
mother's name was Dille; my brother's
names were Tilman, Jackson and Ellis; my
sisters' names were Patsie and Sindie; mine
is Clarrisie. We were owned by John
Clayton in Picken county, S. C. They all
were sold to a man named Mealie B ggs.
Any information concerning them will be
gladly received by Rev. H. Redding, Neal,
Pike county, Ga.
Information wanted of my people—
my mother was Caroline
Dabney. My father was Charles
Henry Clay Dabney. My brothers
were Benjamin and George Dabney.
My name is Charles Henry Clay. I
was named after my father. I left
Virginia with Hon. Stubbs' family
in 1878. My sisters were Lucy and
Rebecca. I am now pastor of the
A. M. E. Church at St. Hebrons.
My mother and father are dead.
C. H. C. Dabney. 3 m.
INFORMATION WANTED OF MY RE-
lation. My uncle's name is Howard
Hightower, his wife's name, Martha High
tower; three sons, Henry, Daniel and John;
daughters, Mary, Caroline and Harriet. I
have found Henry and Mary, who are living
in Greensboro, Ga. We all belonged to
William Hightower as late as 1862 '63, and
at his death we were divided. Some went
to Alabama, Southwestern Georgia and
some to Polk county, Ga., while some
remained in Green county, Ga., all of us
being natives of that county. Uncle's
name, Andy Hightower. Aminia and
Louisiana Hightower are sisters to Andy. I
will inform my uncles and aunts that their
mother is living in Greensboro; also two of
her sons. Any information will be gladly
received by S. M. HIGHTOWER.
Rockmount, Ga.
INFORMATION WANTED OF MY REL
atives I was born and raised about
thirty miles from Petersburgh, Virginia, in
what was then called the Owens and Free-
man settlement. When quite young, I was
was sold with my mother and brother Aaron to
traders. Mother was sold again soon after
leaving home. Since then I have never
heard of her. My father, Cyrus Hill, and
two brothers, Henry and Isum, were left in
Virginia. We belong to a man by the name
of George Jones. His brother, Benjamin
Jones, was a storekeeper in Petersburgh.
My mother's name was Judie Jones. A man
by the name of William (Bill) Skillman
bought me in Kentucky. He lived between
Lexington and Paris in Barben county. My
maiden name was Celia Jones. Any one
that will or can give any information con
cerning the above mentioned, they will con-
fer a favor by addressing Mrs. Celia Poole,
Mount Pleasant, Iowa.
INFORMATION WANTED OF MY REL-
atives. My mother, Hannah Lowry,
my father, Sharper Lowry, brothers, Robert,
Henry, Taylor and Wesley Lowry. My
name is Momo Lowry. We all once belonged
to Mr. Hugh Wilson, on the W. C. R. R , in
Sumpter county, South Carolina. The last
I heard of them they were living in Jack-
son, Madison county, Tennessee, on the
plantation of the Weatherspoons. Any in-
formation of them will be thankfully re-
ceived by Momo Lowry, in care of Rev. J.
G. W. Edwards, Maysville, Sumpter county,
S. C.
INFORMATION WANTED OF MY REL-
atives who at one time lived in Camel
county, Va Their names were at that
time Ben and Elijah Nowland; my sister's
name was Paise Nowland. Father and
mother's names were Ben and Silvey Now
land. We belonged to a man by the name
of Briant Nowland, and at his death I fell
to his brother, a speculator and was brought
to Georgia and sold Any information will
be gladly received by Fanny Nowland then,
but now Fanny White
The Rock, Upson Co., Ga.
INFORMATION WANTED OF MY REL-
atives. My mother's name was Miner-
va West, my three sisters, Mary Jane West,
Elizabeth West and Isabella West; and a
brother, Aaron West. Born in Stafford
County, Virginia, and belonged to a man
named Joshua Rainey. Address Rev. I. H.
W, West,Nevada, City, P. O., Cal.
INFORMATION WANTED OF MY REL-
atives. I was born in Shepherdsville,
Bultil Co., Ky., and raised in Louisville
I belonged to Louis Roberts. My mother's
name was Dido, father's name was Charley
Harris. My maiden name was Lucinda
Roberts. My brother's name was Bill Rees;
my sisters names were Sallie, Annie, Nellie
and Mary Roberts. The man who sold me
was Bill Roberts. Any information of their
whereabouts will be thankfully received.
My present name is Lucinda Tillman ; I am
a widow. Address me at Bovine Bend,
Austin Co., Texas, in care of Rev. J. M.
Evans.
Information Wanted of my rela-
tives, from whom I was sold in
1857, at Brown Marsh Meeting
House, Bladen county, N. C., of
the estate of Duncan McKithon.
There were left there my brothers
Thomas and James, and sisters Ju-
lia, Mary Jane, Eliza and Lucy
Ann McKithon, our own name. I
go by father's name, William Tay-
lor, address, 17 West St., Lynn,
Mass.
INFORMATION WANTED OF MY RELA-
tives, mother, brothers Daniel, Aaron and
Charles, and my wife's sisters, Judie, Susie,
Cinda and Dicie. We lived near Colum-
bia, Murray county, Tenn. Our family was
divided after the death of our master,
about the time of Polk's election. Aaron
and my son, Elder, fell to John Mack, I
was sold to John Parr, who moved to Ar-
kansas. At that time Susan, Judie, Cinda
and Dicie all lived with Franklin Alexan-
der, Murray county, Tenn. Any informa-
tion given will be very gratefully received
by Adam Johnson, Stephens, Onachita
county, Ark.
INFORMATION WANTED OF MY RELA-
tives, My mother's name was Winnie
Spencer. She belonged to a man by the
name of Evan Spencer. Anderson Forston,
Charley and Henry McCoy all lived at
Elysianfield, but were owned by different
men. Austin and Sam belonged to a man
by the name of Ridgway, at Manafield, La.
I have not heard of nor seen any of them
since 1859. If any of your readers can
give me any information in regard to the
above named they will oblige Lee Pierce,
Box 144 Jefferson, Marion Co., Texas.
INFORMATION WANTED OF MY RELA-
tives. My father's name is Henry Cole
man; mother's name, Eliza; my sisters'
names, Sealy, Hannah, Caroline and Eliza-
beth. My name is Francis. My mother
has more children younger than me, two
boys and one girl. I do not know their
names. We all belonged to Joseph Arthur.
He got broke, and my mother and all of the
children fell into the hands of Robert Den-
son, He moved them away from near
Edinburgh, Va. At the death of Joseph
Arthur I was sold to a man named Samuel
Yowel. Samuel sold me to Milton Howlen-
worth. He sold me to the traders. They
sold me to a a man in Mississippi. When I
left Virginia in 1853 I left three children.
My daughter's name is Caroline Wade. Two
boys' Henry and David. Any information
will be gladly received. Address me at
Loch Leven Lidy, Adams county, Miss.
FRANCIS SANDERS.
INFORMATION WANTED OF MY SIS
ter Caroline. The last time I saw her
was in the spring of 1862. She was taken
from us in Carrol Parish, Louisiana by Mrs.
Harvey, the daughter of Mr. Jack Tompkins
She went to St. Louis, Mo , and as soon as
the boat landed at St. Louis, my sister was
stolen. Her name was Caroline Tompkins,
Mother's name is Maria Newton, she lives
at Paris, Texas. Any information will be
gladly received of her whereabouts. Please
address Mrs. Maria Newton, Paris, Texas,
care of Jerry Harrison, or Rev. Joseph Wm.
Newton, box 132, Mindon Louisiana.
12-28 2t.
INFORMATION WANTED OF MY SIS-
ter, Caroline Reese, who left South
Carolina in September, one year ago en
route to Missouri, and the last time I heard
from her she was living in St. Louis, Mo.,
1241 Poplar street. She has one child.
She is a member of the A. M. E. Church as
is also her husband, who is a shoemaker.
Any information will be gladly received.
Address Gilbert M. Holland, Oglethrope,
Macon Co., Ga.
INFORMATION WANTED OF MY SIS-
ter and brother, Mary Ann Goskin and
George Goskin. We were four sisters and
two brothers : Fanny, Nelly, Mary Ann
and Louisa; Ben and George Goskin. Our
father and mother were Ben and Lida
Goskin. My sister Mary Ann was sold
from Charleston, S. C., by Sander to Geor-
gia. George Goskin was carried to Florida
by Dorrill Venning. Any information will
be gratefully received. Address Rev. Mrs.
Louisa Singleton, Mt. Pleasant, Berkley Co.,
S. C.
INFORMATION WANTED OF MY SIS-
ter Elizabeth Thompson, wife of Prof.
Thomson, whose name was formerly Eliza-
beth Evans, daughter of Peter Evans.
When last heard of she was at Dunkirk,
Ohio. Any information of her whereabouts
will be gladly received.
J. T. EVANS.
Xenia, Ohio.
INFORMATION WANTED OF MY SIS-
ter, Betsy Mitchell, who was sold in
New Orleans to Edward Summers and John
Brannon. She was a little girl when she
left Tennessee in 1860. Her father and
mother were Gabriel and Emeline Mitchell.
Amos Richardson Mitchell, Mineral
Springs, Ark.
INFORMATION WANTED OF MY SIS-
ter, Betty Mitchell. She was sold at
New Orleans in 1860 to a man named Ed-
ward Summer. Any information about her
will be gladly received by her brother,
Rev. A.R. Mitchell, Mineral Springs, Ark.
INFORMATION WANTED OF MY SIS-
ter, Caroline Mansfield. She was mar-
ried to a man named Alexander Ware
and was afterward sold. I was then
living in Cape Girardeau Co., Mo. There
are three sisters of us and two broth-
ers--Caroline, Harriet and Fountain and
Thomas. Caroline was sold to a man in
Kentucky by the name of Miggett. Any
information will be thankfully received.
CLARA BROWN.
Cairo, Ill.
INFORMATION WANTED OF MY SIS-
ter, Elise Cook. When last heard from
she was in the town of Russ, Cherrochee
county, Texas. She had three brothers,
Zeak, Henry and George Cook. Mother's
name, Isabella Cook. Information will be
gladly received. GEORGE JONES.
Blanco City, Texas.
INFORMATION WANTED OF MY SIS-
ter, Emma Thompson. She was freed
by John T. Johntson, and went to Cincinnati,
carrying with her two children, Frankie
and Silvia ; also Cornelius Phillips (or John-
ston). Any information will be gratefully
received. HAZEL PHILLIP.
Madison Station, Miss.
INFORMATION WANTED OF MY SIS-
ter, Lavinia Williams. She was owned
by Dick Threal, and sold by him to slave
traders in Chesterfield Co., Virginia. I
have not heard of her since that time
There were five of us, three sisters and two
brothers, Sarah, Carrie, Lavinia, Robert, and
Dock. Our mother was named Betty and
our father Austin Williams. Address infor-
mation to Sarah Carter, Youngstown,
Ohio. Dec. 26, 4t
INFORMATION WANTED OF MY SIS-
ter, Mary Ball. She used to belong to a
man by the name of Joseph Ball, at the
time I was sold in the year 1847 I belonged
to a man by the name of S G Coffin, and
was sold to a speculator by name of Addi
son Weathers, and brought to Georgia. Any
information of my sister will be gladly re-
ceived by her brother, Stephen Coffin then,
but now Stephen White. I have also
lived in North Carolina. The Rock, Up-
son Co., Ga.
INFORMATION WANTED OF MY SIS-
ters, whose names were Elizabeth, Catha-
rine and Agnes Massey. They were all
from Clarks County Va., and belonged to a
man by the name of Dr. William McGuire.
Our mother's name was Susan Massey. My
three sisters were sold South at different
times before the war to traders. Any in-
formation concerning any of them will be
very thankfully received by their sister,
whose name was Arle Anna Massey, but is
now Arie Anna Green. Address is in care of
Rev Seth D. W. Smith, P. O. Lock box 40,
Chambersburg, Pa.
INFORMATION WANTED OF MY SISTER
Patsy Butler, and cousin, Lucy Lee, also
of her brother, John Coleman. Direct to
Miss Sarah Coleman, care of Rev. J. R. Mc-
Closkey, Sandersville, Ga.
INFORMATION WANTED OF MY SISTER,
Mary Lilly. Her husband's name was Bosten
Lilly. Have not seen her since 1863. At that time
she was a slave of Hubert Williams, in B one Co ,
Mo. Her sister's name was Lucinda Miller, after-
wards Lucinda Mason. Any information on as to
her whereabouts will be thankfully received. Ad-
dress Rev. C. D White, Wyoming, Hamilton coun-
ty, Ohio, Box 74.
INFORMATION WANTED OF MY SISter,
Cintha Walker, who was sold from Milton,
N. C., to Memphis, Tenn., sometime before the
war. I have not heard any information concerning
her whereabouts since that time. Any information
about any of her children, whose names
respectively were Ann, Robert, and Gilmore, will
also be thankfully received. Address Millie
Walker, 1248 Alder St. Philadelphia, Pa.
Information wanted of my sister. Her
her name was May Ann Sarrels. When
we were separated at Tyroe Drem [sic] County,
Arkansas, my sister belonged to a man
by the name of Judge Sarrels and he sold
her and a good many others to Texas to a
man by the name of Lead Butler; her
mother's Name is Jane Sarrels, my name
at that time was Henry Sarrels, now it is
Henry Jones. There are four of us brothers
and sisters, Bragg, Margaret, and Jennie
Sarrels. Any information as to her
whereabouts will be thankfully received
by Henry Jones, Swan Lake Jefferson Co.,
Arkansas in care of Rev S. S. Easee.
Information wanted of my six children,
John, and Jesse, and Susan, and Juda, and
Caroline, and Emmeline Jinkins. They all
left Talladertown, Alabama about 20 years
ago and came to Missouri. Any information
of them will be gladly received by their
mother, Mrs. Anna Jinkins in care of
REV. J. MITCHEM,
Box 1214 Bloomington, Ill.
May 20 -2t.
INFORMATION WANTED OF MY SON
Ahin Pricher ; when last heard from he
was down in Edge, Miss. Any information
of his whereabouts will gladly be received
by Rebecca Oliver, Care of John Oliver,
Beardstown, Perry county, Tenn.
INFORMATION WANTED OF MY SON
Eugene Wilson, who left my home early
last fall, and my husband died January
27th following. He is 14 years old, and his
sister, Ada Wilson, resides at 1111 13th St.,
N. W., between L and M., Greenville, Miss.
SARAH WILSON.
INFORMATION WANTED OF MY SON
Shedrach Shines. He used to belong to
a man named Finney Rim, of Charleston,
S. C. When last heard from, in 1874, he
was living in Charleston, No 2 Globe street.
Any information respecting him will be
thankfully received by his mother, Jane
Rim, now named Jane Dawson, No. 26
Courtland street, Providence, R. I. Minis-
ters please read in churches. No. 3-4t.
Information Wanted of my son
Martin Dennis. His mother's name
was Emily Dennis and his father's
name Charles Dennis. His sisters
and brothers were Frank, Wesley,
Stephen, Tom, Hezekiah Unettie,
Emily, Margarett, Amelia, Nellie
and Caroline. We all belonged to
a man by the name of Amos Riley,
Newmadrick, Mo. Martin left
home during the war to work as a
boat hand. The last time I saw him
was at Helena, Ark. Frank and
Emily are still in Newmadrick, Mo.,
Nellie, Hezekiah and Tom are in
St. Louis; Wesley is in Poplar
Bluff, Mo., Amelia and Caroline
are in Holly Grove, Ark. Any in-
formation of my son Martins will
be thankfully received. Address,
Emily Dennis, Newmadrick, Mo.
Information wanted of my son Samuel,
who belonged to the Washburne estate, ta-
ken from Cleveland county, N.C., by
Briggs, a slave trader, and sold in Alaba-
ma. Also of my son Lewis, who belonged
to the Washburne estate, taken from Lin-
coln county, N.C., by Thomas Sieid, who
sold him in New Orleans. Also of my
daughter Rhoda, who belonged to the
Washburne estate, sold to Mr. Morris, and
taken from Cleveland county, N. C. Any
information concerning the above, who are
my children, will be thankfully received,
through the Zion Advocate, by their anx-
ious mother, RACHEL WASHBURNE.
Rutherfordton, N. C.
Information wanted of my son William
Coleman. When last heard from, he was in
Memphis, Tenn. Any information of his
whereabouts will be thankfully received by
his mother, Agnes Coleman, also by his
brother, Alfred Coleman, who left him in
Memphis over a year ago.
Ministers please read this notice in your
congregations.
Direct you letters, if any, to
MRS. AGNES COLEMAN,
Care of Rev. Henry Brown,
Box 769, Quincy, Ill.
April 27th--1t.
INFORMATION WANTED OF MY SON,
Charles Handy, who left Long Branch,
New Jersey, about four years ago. Ad-
dressing me at Long Branch, N. J., he will
hear something to his interest.
SAMUEL H. HANDY,
12 28-2t.
INFORMATION WANTED OF MY SON,
Allen Jones. He left me before the
war, in Mississippi. He wrote me a letter
in 1853 in which letter he said that he was
sold to the highest bidder, a gentleman
in Charleston, S. C. Nancy Jones, his
mother, would like to know the where-
abouts of the above named person. Any
information may be sent to Rev. J. W.
Turner, pastor of A. M. E. Church, Ottawa,
Kansas.
INFORMATION WANTED OF MY SON,
Daniel Williams. He was born and
raised in Prince George county, Md. His
mother's name was Ellen Williams, father's
Daniel Williams, his brother's Isaac Wil-
liams ; his oldest sister, Catherine Williams.
Also of my sister, Mary Mahorney, who was
sold from Prince George county, Md., by
Geo. Colbert about 15 or 20 years before
the war. Her mother's name was Kitty
Mahorney; sister's Ellen Mahorney; father's
Thomas Mahorney. Any information of
either of the above will be gladly received
at Asbury Church, 11th and K Streets, N.
W., Washington, D. C., or 1330 Boundry
Street, N. W., Washington, D. C.
INFORMATION WANTED OF MY SON,
George Washington Jones. His moth-
er's name was Henrietta Jones and his
father's name Griffin Jones. He was stolen
from me about twenty-five years ago. A
man by the name of Jackson Finey bought
him and I was sold to a man in Kentucky
by the name of Samuel White. Any infor-
mation of his whereabouts will be gladly
received by his mother, Henrietta Hudgens.
Address, care Rev. C. N. Buren, Ashland
City, Chatham Co., Tenn.
INFORMATION WANTED OF MY SON,
Jacob Suber. Any news concerning his
whereabouts will be gladly received by his
old mother. Address his brother, H. E.
Lewis, Anderson C. H , S. C.
INFORMATION WANTED OF MY SON,
William H. Casselman. When last seen or
heard from he was in Landersburg, Pa.,
over twenty years ago. He lived with Mr.
Black, a tanner. Any information will be
gladly received by his mother, Mary Wash-
ington, Williamsport, Pa.
Information wanted of my son,
Frank Smith. I sent him down to
Swaine, Washington county, Miss.,
last March 1894, to stay with his
grandfather, Major James. He left
there some time last year and he
has not been heard from or seen
since. He is about 18 years old
and has one small eye. Any information
of his whereabouts will
be thankfully received by Rev. W.
H. Smith, Round Lake, Miss.
INFORMATION WANTED of my son,
Willie Henry Hodges, who left Spencer,
N. C., in the month of August, last. I
fear some misfortune has befallen him.
As he left a wife sick, and said would
return in a few days, I can not believe my
son to be so heartless not to have
returned, could he have. Description: Light
brown skin, slightly baldheaded, walks
erect; weight, 135 or 140 pounds; age, 40
years; occupation, railroad firing. When
last seen was wearing dark brown checked
suit with K. of P. pin on lapel of
coat; carried black suit and tan shoes.
Information will be satisfactorily rewarded,
and I will place the amount at their
disposal as soon as information received.
Address Mrs. Indianer Hodges, 1406 South
Street, Portsmouth, Va.
INFORMATION wanted of my son,
Wilson, who was formerly a servant to
Gen. Van Dorn. When last heard from
was in Cincinnati, Ohio, living with
Lieut. Waid Long, 5th Ohio Cavalry. Any
information of him will be thankfully re-
ceived by his mother, by addressing Col-
ored Tennessean, Box 1150, Nashville,
Tenn. JUDY MERRILL.
INFORMATION WANTED OF MY SON.
His name is John White. When he
left me I was living in Columbia County,
Arkansas. When he went away he was
about 16 years old. He has been away 14
years. He is the son of Warren Brantley.
I heard since that he changed his name, I
don't know whether he changed to his
father's name or not. Any one knowing
such person will oblige by addressing
AMANDA SMITH,
Reed's Landing, Ark.
Information wanted of my sons,
Emanuel, Doctor, Peter and Doug-
lass, Anderson, also of my daughter,
Rachel Rummell. They were born
in Todd county, Tenn., and belonged
to the family of Thos. Anderson and
his wife, Sallie Anderson. I have not
heard from them since I left them
with Sallie Anderson four miles from
Russellville, about 16 years ago. Any
information, please send to
LUCY ANDERSON,
Care of Rev. Kerdman, A.M.E. Ch.
Oct. 2-1m.
INFORMATION WANTED OF MY SONS, George Washington House, Wm. White and Henry McGhee. William and Henry left me at Marianna; George at Memphis, Tenn. I was sold in South Carolina to K I Ferguson, who brought me to Mississippi and afterward sold me to a man by the name of Hugh McGhee. For the last twenty years I have been living at Marianna, Lee county, Ark., where any information concerning my sons will be gladly received. Diannah White, care Rev. S.S. Kason, Marianna, Ark.
INFORMATION WANTED OF MY STEPson,
George Davis; when last heard of he
was at Rock Hill Kentucky. Any informtion
of his whereabouts will be gladly received.
When he left I was called Perry
Lane, but now Wm. Lane, his mothers
name was Minerva Davis, she belonged to
widow Betsey Davis lived on Richland
creek, Marshall Co., Tennessee. I am anxious
to hear from him and his children so
that I can help them. Direct to to Wm. Lane
Great Bend Kansas, in care of Rev. W. B.
Hammon.
INFORMATION WANTED OF MY THREE
brothers and two sisters--Job Shreeves,
Samuel Smith and David Waik; Nancy
Bluferd and Narsiscy Puise. Any infor-
mation will be thankfully received by their
brother, Peter Hall, Hope, Lavasa Co,, Tex.
INFORMATION WANTED OF MY THREE
daughters: Abba, Charlette, and Lucy I last
saw Abba in 1846. She belonged to Sarah Tarnes,
Hardin county, Ky I last saw Charlotte in 1853,
She belonged to Pierce Cooper, Louisville, Ky.
Lucy was sold about 1857 to Albert Taylor on
Green River, Ky., near Livermore I now go by the
name of Henry Gray Please read this notice in
the churches in Hardin Co., Ky Henry Gray
(formerly Henry McElroy, 8[indecipherable]5 Ontario St, Toledo,
O.
Information wanted of my three chil-
dren, William Edward Highland, Eleonore
Highland, and Charles Lafayette High-
land.
These children and myself were the
slaves of John Wylie Farrell, formerly of
Head of Chester, or Millington, Kent Co.,
Md., where he carried on a wholesale dry
goods business.
Mr. Farrell freed all the adult slaves.
The children were to be freed on coming
of age. By the removal of Mr. Farrell
from Kent County many years before the
war, my children were separated from me.
When last heard from one was in St.
Louis, Mo., one in Philadelphia, and an
other somewhere in the State of Illinois.
Address information to
Mrs. FANNIE HIGHLAND,
1632 Arch St., Philadelphia, Pa.
jan.15-1m.
INFORMATION WANTED OF MY TWO
brothers, Samuel Timothy Banks and
William Warner Bailey, raised in Adar
county, Ky. Before the war Samuel be
longed to Katie L. Banks, and William be
longed to Nimrod Bailey. The last I saw
of them was in Nashville, Tenn. Also in
formation wanted of my son who went with
Robinson's show last fall. Address George
S. Banks, Shelbyville, Shelby Co., Ind.
INFORMATION WANTED OF MY TWO
brothers, Ben and Harry Washington
When last heard from they were in New
Orleans, La. They were born in Virginia.
HENRY WASHINGTON.
Fredericksburg, Gilispie county, Texas.
INFORMATION WANTED OF MY TWO
sisters, Louisa and Harriet Walton,
daughters of Frank and Mary Walton.
They were born in Rutherford county,
North Carolina, near Rutherfordton, at
Uncle William Johnson's, after whose
death they were sold to one Bill McKes-
son. The last account ever heard of them,
Louisa was at Atlanta, Ga., sister Harriet in
the State of Alabama. If any information
can be given you will oblige me by address-
ing me at Bonham, Texas.
LIZZIE RAGSDALE,
Information wanted of my two aunts
and five uncles. Their names were Violet,
Hannah, Spencer, Stephen, Jefferson,
Jetson and Alfred Underwood. They
belonged to Joshua Underwood. Aunt
Violet was sold before the war but to
whom and where I do not remember as I
was quite young. They were all of Guilford
county near Greensboro, N. C. My
name was then Rosanna Herben, now
Rosanna Kimmons. Any information
concerning any one of them will be gladly
received. Address Rev M. B. Sheppard,
Lock Box 257, Burlington, N. C.
INFORMATION WANTED OF MY UNCLE
Platt Jordan. He belonged to Rev J. P.
Jordan in North Carolina, New Hanover
County. He was sold to a speculator from
a plantation by the name of Stag Park and
carried to Purgan Depot, on the Wilming-
ton and Weldon Railroad. He was heard
from in 1880. We received a letter of in-
quiry at Wilmington, N. C., in St. Stephen's
A. M. E Church, from Rev. Decker John-
son, a preacher in the A. M. E Connection.
His brothers' names are Willis Jordan and
John Jordan. Any information of his
whereabouts will be gladly received.
Address, W J JORDAN,
Company Shops, Alamance Co., N. C.
INFORMATION WANTED OF MY UNCLE
William Lynch, a graduate of Lincoln
University. He is a brother of the late Jas.
Lynch, my father, who was formerly editor
of THE CHRISTIAN RECORDER. Any in-
formation will be highly appreciated. Ad-
dress, James Lynch, Abbeville, Lafayette
Co., Miss.
INFORMATION WANTED OF MY UNCLE,
Aaron Burton: When last heard from
he was in St. Louis, Mo., about four years
ago. He left from Rodney, Miss., about seven
years ago where his brother, James Harris,
still remains. Any information as to his
whereabouts wil be thankfully received by
Leroy H. Harris, Lind Grove, La.
INFORMATION WANTED OF MY UNCLE-
Jack Eley. Have not heard of him
since 1861. He left Isle of Wight county,
Va., in that year and we have never heard
of him since. Any information of him will
be thankfully received by his sister (my
mother.) Her maiden name was Eliza
Eley, then she married Daniel Gadling, all
of whom were slaves of Nathaniel C.
Young, near Smithfield, Va. Please address,
Dr. Wm. S. Gladling, East Orange,
N. J.
INFORMATION WANTED OF MY WIFE
Charlotte Guinn, and child, I left them
in Baltimore, Md , about 35 years ago. She
belonged to lawyer Copeny Jenkins at that
time. My name was Francis Guinn. I now
go by the name of Robert Green. A know
ledge of their whereabouts will be of valu-
able interest to them Address Rev. T A.
Cuff Bristol, Pa., or Robert Green, Bridge-
water, Bucks Co., Pa.
INFORMATION WANTED OF NANCY
ROBERTSON, colored, wife of Jerry Rob-
ertson, who was taken from the lower part of
Clarke county, Va., by the traders, in 1862. --
She was sold in Richmond soon after, since
which time I have not heard from her. Any
information concerning her will be thankfully
received by her husband, Jerry Robertson,
Alexandria, Va. jan 5 -- 3t*
INFORMATION WANTED OF NEPH-
ew, Charles Tuggle of Germantown,
Shelvy Co., Tenn. Any information will
be thankfully received. Mrs. Susan Per-
vine, 408 S. 12th street, Philadelphia, Pa.
INFORMATION WANTED OF ONE
one Frederick Smith. He lived in Ken-
tucky, and was a Methodist minister. Any
one knowing his whereabouts will greatly
oblige the writer, Mrs. Phoebe Gibson, El
Paso, Texas. My former name was Phoebe
Smith. We were all born in Arrington, W.
Va.
INFORMATION WANTED OF ONE ISAAC
Tolson. He left Howard county, Mo., many
years ago. The last heard of him he was in
Canada. He had a daughter named Dulcina.
If any one can give any information of his
whereabouts they will please inform his daugh-
er, Mrs. Dulcina Hall, at Clinton, Henry county,
Mo.
INFORMATION WANTED OF ORANGE
and Lucy Nicholson, my father and
mother, or Caroline, York, Eliza Maynard
or Lucy Nicholson, my brothers and sisters.
I was brought from Lawrenceburg Tenn.,
by one Bill Richards, in 1855 or 1856 It
was said I was dead from an accident on the
way to Texas. Not so I live and am
married My name now is Sylvia Bostwick
I live at Turkey Creek Fort Bend Co ,
Texas. My post office is Richmond, Texas.
Any one giving me the whereabouts of the
above relatives will do me a favor and give
satisfaction to my mind. Address,
SYLVIA BOSTWICK.
or Rev. G Harvey Jones A. M., pastor A.
M. E. Church, Houston Tex.
INFORMATION WANTED OF P. L. STAN-
ford by his nephew, S. H. Robinson.
Please address at No. 2117 Spruce street,
Philadelphia, Pa.
INFORMATION WANTED OF PETER R.
Laws, orderly seargent of Co. C. 55th regi-
ment Mass. Colored Volunteers. Any per-
son knowing his whereabouts will please
address at an early date, Benjamin Butler,
private soldier Co. C., 55th regiment Mass.
Col. Vol., Pontiac, Livingston Co., Ill.
INFORMATION WANTED OF PRISCILLA,
ELIZABETH, SARAH, ELLEN, HENRY and
ALFRED TOOGOOD. These persons formerly belonged
to Mr. Moses Lawrence, of Anne Arundel
county, Md. Information concerning them will be
thankfully received by SAMUEL TOOGOOD, care
of Philip Spencer, Yonkers, N. Y. 1t;
INFORMATION WANTED OF REBECCA RAMSAY,
(Colored.) sixteen years old, who last May
came from Essex county, and then lived with Mrs.
Stewart, Lexington street, and afterwards with a
Mr. Pinkney, Light street, by her sister, MARY
RAMSAY, 202 Townsend street. 1t*†
Information wanted of Rev. Jno. D. Hanes, a preacher of the A. M. E. Church. He was formerly my pastor at the Iamonia Sloughs. Any information will be gladly received by John Hayes, Iamonia Slough, Leon Co., Fla.
INFORMATION WANTED OF REV. LOU-
is Johnson, by his nephew, W. W. Mas-
sey. Direct to Rev. H. H. Lucas, Box 584,
Leadville, Colorado.
INFORMATION WANTED OF REV. S. C.
Harris, a member of the N. E. Texas
Conference. He left for Kansas last Decem-
ber and was sick when he left. Any infor-
mation will be gladly received.
W. R. CARSON, P. E.
Dallas, Texas.
INFORMATION WANTED OF RICHARD
Green, son of Charles Green, of Staun
ton, Va. He was sold by Mr. Harris White,
to a man in Texas. Pastors in Texas please
read. Any information of his whereabouts
please address, Rev. T. R. Geda, Greenwich,
Fairfield County, Conn.
INFORMATION WANTED OF RICHARD MURRAY
ALIAS RICHARD CLOYD (COLORED).—The where-
bouts of Richard Murray alias Cloyd, formerly
with John Cloyd, of Fayette county, Tenn., is
earnestly desired at our office on South Court
street, or Simpson, Hadden & Co., No. 202 Front
street. HUMES & POSTON.
9-21-xx
Information wanted of Sally and Henry
Carey, children of Burrel and Frances Carey,
who were formerly slaves of Wm. Robinson, of
Woodville, Rappahannock county, Virginia.
Burrel Carey left his home in 1856 and settled
in Pennsylvania, where he amassed consider-
able [considerable] property. These children are said to have
been refugeed South during the war, and if
living now would be aged about 17 years. It
would be of great advantage to them if they
could be found. Address, Rev, Jno. C. Brock,
530 E. Miner street, West Chester, Pa.
INFORMATION WANTED OF SARAH
JANE AND ELLEN HACKETT AND
their half sister, Mary Elizabeth Black. the
two former sold by Thomas Lynch to Georgia
about 17 years ago. The latter sold to Wm.
Colby in Kent Co., Md. from whom she
escaped during slavery. Information will be
thankfully received by their mother,
RACHEL HACKETT.
Thurlow Station, Del. Co., Pa.
Pastor please read.
INFORMATION WANTED OF SARAH
Paterson, who was sold from Capt. Wil-
liams to a man in Washington, D. C., named
Haden, and from him to Jacob Huting, in
Prince Williams County, Va. Also of my
mother, who was sold by Mr. Wilkins to a
lady in Baltimore, named Phillips, and by her
to Mr. Slater and from him to New Orleans.
She was married to a man named Fieman.
Also of George Holliday who was sold by Mr.
Wilkins to a trader, and Henry Holiday who
was sold by Capt. Williams to Mr. Slater.
Please address,
Rosanna Patterson,
Arlington Post Office,
Baltimore Co. Md.
INFORMATION WANTED of Sarah Lawton -
Clara Lawton, and James Lawton, (all col
ored [colored]). Last heard from at Edgefield, Georgia.
Address LUCINDA PEOPLES,
31*1 Mitchelville, S. C.
INFORMATION WANTED OF SARAH WIL-
LIAMS [WILLIAMS], a colored woman, who left her home,
No. 146 Low street, near Aisquith, on Monday
morning, and has not yet returned. Leave a line
for EDWARD WILLIAMS, at the Sun office. 1t *
INFORMATION WANTED OF SISLEY
and Lucy A White, daughters of Jen-
nie and Felix White. They were sold
from Georgetown, Ky., Sisley to John A.
Miller, of Mississippi and Lucy was last
heard from at Louisville, Ky Address, D
Carter, Emporia, Kan. Box 726.
INFORMATION WANTED OF STE-
PHEN [STEPHEN] PEMBROKE.
Stephen Pembroke once resided in
Hagerstown, Md., but later somewhere
near New York City, where he died sev-
eral [several] years ago. We desire to know the
exact date and place of his death. Ad-
dress [Address] CHRISTIAN RECORDER.
INFORMATION WANTED of Susannah Lawton,
Wilden Lawton, and Isabella Lawton and
child (colored), who were last heard of at Edge-
field, Ga. Any information will be thankfully re-
ceived by BETSEY JENNINGS,
31*1 Mitchelville, S. C.
INFORMATION WANTED OF THE
following named persons: Rinelden
Griffin, his sister Charlotte Nugent and
Lucy A. Nelson. Minsters will please in-
quire. Any information will be gladly re-
ceived by Franz T. Griffin, 1214 Eleventh
street N. Mineapolis, Minn.
INFORMATION WANTED OF THE
whereabouts of a man by the name of
William Sterling Stone. His father, Jacob
Stone, and his mother, Lucy Stone, are
both living here at Independence, Mo. They
claim to have left him at this place Sept.
2d, 1881, and then went South, since which
time nothing has been heard from him. Any
information relative to any man of the
above name may be communicated to Rev.
N. H. Carper, Independence, Mo.
INFORMATION WANTED OF THE
whereabouts of Henry Jones father of An-
drew and Washington Jones, and some
eight sisters, all of Tennessee. Their older
children and the mother died, and the
father moved to the State of Mississippi
and has not been seen or heard of since
His son, A. Jones, wants to know his
whereabouts. Any information concerning
him may be communicated to Rev. J. B.
Webb, Rivers Landing, Louisiana.
INFORMATION WANTED OF THE
whereabouts of Perry P. Williams, who
went to San Francisco, Cal., in the year of
1876, to work at the Palace Hotel. Will
please communicate with his mother, Ever-
illa Williams, No. 18 Clarendon Court,
Newport, R. I., or Rev. Wm. H. Thomas,
pastor A. M. E. Church.
12-28 2t.
INFORMATION WANTED OF THE
daughter of Moses and Matilda Young.
Her name is Laura M. Young ; she left them
in 1879 with Mrs. D. Wadley, and was last
heard of in Boston, Mass., in 1881. Any
information of their daughter will be
thankfully received, and a large compensa-
tion will be rewarded by addressing, R. H.
Steward, Millen, Scriven Co., Ga.
INFORMATION WANTED OF THE
following named persons : Sally Hill,
my mother ; Mary Jane Hill, my sister ;
Ivery Hill, my brother ; Phillis and Louisa
Hill, my aunts. If this information is
found please address, John Hill, Lambert-
ville, N. J.
INFORMATION WANTED OF THE
following named persons. my brothers
and sisters : Wheelor Jones, Jane Jones,
Emily Jones and Caroline Jones. They be-
longed to a man by the name of Andy
Jones, of Ashville, N. C. My father and
mother are both dead. Any information
will be gladly received, soon as possible
Mrs. Hattie Moore, Care of F. P. Greenlee,
Ashville, Buncombe Co., N. C.
INFORMATION WANTED OF THE
whereabouts of Anthony Conway, Hum-
phrey and Polly Johnson, who were car-
ried from Orange Court House, Va., just be-
fore the war to be sold, and have not been
heard of since. They belonged to one
Joseph H. Howsworth. Their brother,
Monroe Johnson, is now living at number
330 E street S.W., Washington, D.C. Any
information concerning them will be most
higly [highly] appreciated by W. C. Martin, 503 1/2 D
street N.W., Washington, D.C.
INFORMATION WANTED OF THE
whereabouts of Brother Wilson Cox, who
left Louisiana in 1865. Last I head of him
he was in the State of Tenn. A minister of
gospel in the Baptist church, I was told he
used to live in the State of Arkansas. His
mother is living at Bayonbonoff[?], St Mary
Parish, La. He had three brothers, Milton,
Harvey and Foutain, their mother's name
is Lucy Calure[?], formerly Lucy Cox; their
father is dead. His name was Bill Cox
they belonged to one Highm[?] Rabt. Any
information will be thankfully received by
his brother, Rev. J. F. Cox, post box 32
Franklin, Louisiana.
INFORMATION WANTED OF THE
whereabouts of Cherry and John Wal-
den, sons of Rhiney Bird, of Eastman,
Georgia. Any information of them will be
thankfully received by their mother. Ad-
dress, Rhiney Bird, care Rev. D. G. Wil-
son, Eastman, Ga.
INFORMATION WANTED OF THE
whereabouts of Mrs. Hager Newman
who lived in Darlington county, near Lidia
P. O , in '71 or '72 She married a man by
the name of Robert Newman. They moved
from Darlington county to Chesterfield coun-
ty, S. C. Any information of the above
named parties will be thankfully received.
Ministers will please read this in their pul
pits. Address W. A. Haywood, Graham
Turnout, Barnwell county, S. C.
INFORMATION WANTED OF THE
whereabouts of my father, Pinckney
Johnson. He was sold in time of the war
to a speculator by the name of Macklevane,
and was carried off and sold. I cannot tell
where. He belonged to William Cooper,
Sumpter County, South Carolina. My
mother's name is Malinda Johnston, and
my sister's name is Maria, who is now liv-
ing with me. Any information of the
above named person will be thankfully re-
ceived by me, Moultry Johnston, Mayes-
ville, Sumter County, S. C.
INFORMATION WANTED OF THE
whereabouts of the following relatives:
Henry Johnson and Pindee Johnson, my
mother and father. Malinda Johnson,
Mary Ann Johnson, Jane Johnson, Court-
nay Johnson, Myra Johnson, and a brother
named Charles Johnson; also Alfred John-
son and Daniel Johnson. We belonged to
a man named John M. Williams. Our
home was in Lynchburg, Va. Myself,
mother and two sisters, were bought by a
man named Tom Henly. Any information
thankfully received. Address,
CHARLOTTE JOHNSON,
Columbus, Texas.
INFORMATION WANTED OF THE
whereabouts of the Rev. H. J. Cook,
who lived in Rhode Island in 1858. A favor
will be conferred by addressing Mrs. Hattie
Morris, Lockport, N. Y.
INFORMATION WANTED OF THE
whereabouts of William Crowner, brother
of Charles Crowner, son of Jesse and Charity
Crowner, living in Maryland near Alexan-
dria. Charles Crowner had four brothers
and two sisters named as follows ; William,
George, Samuel and Henry ; Charity and
Pollie. Henry and Pollie were sent to the
South. Charles was a local preacher in the
A. M. E. Church for many years ; he died
July 24th, 1881. Charles' widow and chil-
dren desire to hear of the whereabouts of
his brother William. Any information of
him communicated to Rev. M. T. Newsom,
of Port G'bson, Claiborne county, Miss.,
will be thankfully received in behalf of the
widow.
INFORMATION WANTED OF THE
whereabouts of LOUISA TYAS, former slave
of Timothy Rives. When last heard from she was in
South Carolina. Any information concerning her
will be thankfully received by her mother
ANN A. TYAS
Petersburg, Va.
ju 23-lt
Greenville, S.C. papers please copy
INFORMATION WANTED OF THE
whereabouts of my sisters, Charlotte and
Ellen Johnson, formerly of a village in
Dorchester Co., Md, known as Tobacco
Stlck(sp.). They were owned by a man named
Samuel Harrington and were sold by him
in the year 1854 or 1855. Since then I
have heard nothing of them. Any infor-
mation concerning them will be thankfully
received by their brother, Winneby John-
son now known as Henry Carroll, No, 5
Sullivan street, New Bedord, Mass,
INFORMATION WANTED OF THE CHIL-
dren of Henry and Carry Smith born near
Middle River Balto. Co. Md. who lived on the
Stansberry property. Their names were Char-
lotte, Louise, and John Wesley Smith.
Please address,
Mrs. Mary B. Mills,
Mt. Holly, N. J.
Information Wanted of the children of Frank and
Sophrona Van Buren. The following are their names:
Norman, Orrin, Edward, Dewitt, Norcissa, Alvira, Sophrona,
Dian, Edgar, and Jane. Any persons knowing
the whereabouts of the above-named persons, will confer
a favor by communicating the same to Geo. Church
of Victoria, Vancouver's Island, British Columbia, who
knows the whereabouts of George Van Buren.
190-13t.
INFORMATION WANTED OF THE FOL
lowing named persons Martin, Frank,
Lidey and Dealey Strother, who belonged to
Andrew Aldridge, Jefferson Co , W. Va.
Address Mrs. Fannie O P. Robinson, Smith-
field, Jefferson Co., W. Va.
INFORMATION WANTED OF THE FOL
lowing named persons. My mother's name
was Eddey Talbert, my step-father's was
Daniel Talbert and a deaf and dumb boy
by the of David Torrence, and also, Dalley
Torrence. My name is Carolina Caldmon
They left here in 1874 for Kansas and I
have not heard from them since. Any in-
formation will be thankfully received. Ad-
dress, Rev. F. L. Logan, Darlington, St
Helena Parris, La.
INFORMATION WANTED OF THE FOL-
lowing named persons, who formerly
belonged to Waddie Thompson, of Edge-
field District, South Carolina, but moved
off 30 years ago: Pyrena, now about 65
years old, and her children, named Eliza
about 45; Celia, about 43; Jordan, about
41; Laug 39 and Hamp, 38. The above
named Pyrena was the wife of William
Hill, the husband and father, wishes to
hear from any or all of them, if still living.
Address W. T. Willie, Independence,
Washington County, Texas.
Information wanted of the foling persons: Edgecomb Glover and Nancy John Glover. I am their oldest daughter, but do not know the names of the other children. Our grandparents were
Langston and Tiner Glover. We all belonged to Ben Glover, in Alabama, and were brought to Louisiana just before the surrender. The above named were in New Orleans when last heard of. Information of their whereabouts will be gladly received by Selia Nelson, care Rev. J. W. Reese, Box 71, Mansfield, La.
Information wanted of the following
named persons, viz: Elbert Osborn Harts-
horn and Richard Louis Hartshorn, sons
of Louis and Margaret Ann Hartshorn.
Elbert A., when heard of was in Prince
Williams County, Va., in November 1861.
Richard Louis enlisted in the Union Army
at Ledalia, Mo., in 1862 have never heard
any satisfactory account of him since.
Their parents were the slaves of James
Housen, in Prince Williams Co., Va., and
removed from thence to Missouri, in 1860.
The boys were the slaves of Lawson Cal-
vin, in Prince Williams County, Va. Also
a brother, Moses Hartshorn, who was the
slave of James Housen, in same county.
Any information received by their pa-
rents. Address
LOUIS HARTSHORN,
care Rev. John Turner,
mi12 1m. St. Joseph, Mo.
INFORMATION WANTED OF THE PRES
ent whereabouts of persons who knew
William Borey while in the United States
army. Wm. Borey enlisted at Washington
in 1863, and was discharged after the war.
Names of his officers, comrades, or regiment
wanted by JOHN C. BENDER,
St. Joseph, Mo.
INFORMATION wanted of the present address
of the Mrs. Fleming, colored, who, in
war times, was wife of Harvey Fleming; supposed
to be in New Orleans. C. A. Halley,
special examiner, custom-house.
Information wanted of the where-
abouts of Cornelia Johnson, wife of
William Johnson. He died in Tren-
ton, N.J., September 29th, 1870.
She will hear something for her
benefit by calling immediately at
Christenia Riters, Trenton, N.J.
Supposed to be in Washington, D.C.
Ministers please publish.
J. WOODLIN.
2ts - Oct. 22.
Information wanted of the where-
abouts of my sister, Dora Lee. The
last I heard of her she was living in
the family of Mrs. Fanny Watkins,
who lived in Sunerville, Tenn. Any
information concerning her will be
thankfully received by her sister,
Betty Lee, now ELIZABETH JULIAN,
Coloma, California.
Nov. 12,1870 - 1y.
INFORMATION WANTED of the whereabouts
of FREDERICK HUDGINS, colored, who left
his home in this city six years ago. He is about
28 years old, of medium size and brown complex-
ion. His father died on January 15th last and
left him a small property.
feb12 1w* MARTHA HUDGINS.
INFORMATION wanted of the whereabouts
of HARRIET CROSS, sister of John Jones. She
formerly belonged to the Fielding Davis family.
Last heard from in Warren county, Miss. Any
information will be thankfully received by her
niece, Rachel Thornton, formerly Rachel Jones,
2417 Jackson avenue, New Orleans.
Information wanted of the whereabouts
of my brothers, Sam, Giles,
Allen and Cross, sons of Malinda Hopson.
When last heard from, they were
in Hempstead county, Arkansas. Any
information concerning them will be
thankfully received by the undersigned,
at Burlington, Kansas.
KING HOPSON.
Exchanges please copy and confer a
favor on a worthy freedman.
INFORMATION wanted of the whereabouts
of Violet Shelvy; she formerly belonged to
David Bledsoe, DeSoto county, Mississippi
HARRIET CARTER, No. 35 Halsey st., New-
ark [Newark], N.J. de25
INFORMATION WANTED of the whereabouts of
a Colored Woman named NANCY DOLLY, light
complexion, age about twenty-five years. Left Vuo
de L'Eau, near Norfolk, Va., on the 4th of July, for
Baltimore. Not heard from since. Any information
concerning her whereabouts will greatly oblige
EWD. DOZIER, colored, Norfolk, Va. 021-3t*
INFORMATION wanted of the whereabouts of
Chas. Hazard (colored), his wife, Rachel Ann
Hazard, and his son, Wm. Henry Hazard; Charles
Hazard was a free man; his wife was owned by John
Ridgely, of Hampton County, Maryland, and some
thirty years ago was sold to Tom Cockey; also of
my son, Wm. Henry Levi. Please address any information
to MARIA ADAIR (daughter of said
Charles and Rachel Ann Hazard), Cincinnati. 21*2
INFORMATION wanted of the whereabouts of
George Coates, who belonged to Charles Handsome
Coates, in Bowling Green, Ky.; when last
heard of he was in Clarksville, Tenn. Any information
of his whereabouts will be gladly received
by his mother, MILLIE SCOTT, 141 Longworth
st.
INFORMATION wanted of the whereabouts of
Joseph N. Robinson (colored), of Pittsburg, Penn.,
lately employed at St. James Hotel, Cincinnati.
Address W. G. ROBINSON, No. 88, cor. Sixth and
Penn sts., Pittsburg, Penn. 1*2
INFORMATION WANTED of the whereabouts of Charles
and Henry Onley, who left Charles City Co., Va., some
years ago. Any information in regard to them will be
thankfully received by their brother, John E. Onley at
the Anglo-African office. 198-8t.
INFORMATION WANTED of the whereabouts of Ellen Fitzhugh, and her two sisters, who are also the sisters of my wife. They were at the beginning of the war, claimed as belonging to a man y the name of Charles Turley, who lived at Woodville, Loudon Co. Va. Turley when last heard from, was on his way to Richmond, with the girls. Any information in regard to Ellen, (who must be about 20 years of age) or her sisters, will be thankly received by Addison Phillips, Little Falls, Hirkimer Co., N. Y.
INFORMATION WANTED of the whereabouts of James
and Ormand Isom, and Emily Murray. When last
heard from in the Spring of 1857, they were in St. Louis,
Missouri. Any information respecting them will be
thankfully received by their brother Burton Isom, New
Westminster, British Columbia. 221-4t
INFORMATION WANTED of the whereabouts of Joseph
Post, who, in Cincinnati, is known by the name of
Joseph Clinton, who was working in G. Adams's gal-
lery [gallery], in Nashville, Tenn. His mother, it is said, resides
in Brooklyn, New York. Considerable anxiety is felt
concerning him, and any information in regard to him
will be thankfully received. Please address Samuel J.
Howard, 148 Jay street, Brooklyn. 204-4t
INFORMATION WANTED of the whereabouts of my only son, Wm B.F. Serrington, who joined the 54th Massachusetts regiment, and when last heard of was in Orangeburg, S.C. Any information concerning him will be thankfully received by his aged mother SARAH SERRINGTON, 13 Chapel Street, Brooklyn, N.Y.
INFORMATION wanted of the whereabouts of my son,
Wm. Henry Levi (colored), who left his home
in Talladega, Ala., some nine years ago. His
mother was owned by Theodore Levi, of the above
place. Any information addressed to MARIA
ADAIR, No. 1 Plum st., Cincinnati, Ohio, will
be received with thanks. Alabama papers please
copy. 20*2
INFORMATION WANTED of the whereabouts of Wesley
Brooks, youngest son of Isaac and Silvia Brooks. He
was sold 30 years ago to Natchez, or somewhere near
the Mississippi River. His father and mother, brother
Sampson and sister Mary, are dead. His brother John
D., and sister Barbara are alive. Reply to J.D. Brooks
through the columns of the Anglo-African. 190-4t.
INFORMATION WANTED OF THE WIFE OF
subscriber, Louisa Lucas, (colored,) and three
children When last seen were at Fredericksburg,
and left there with the intention of meeting me in
this city. Please leave a note at this office, ad-
dressed [addressed] to HENRY LUCAS. no 4-3t*
INFORMATION WANTED of two sisters, FRANCES
TAYLOR and MARGARET ABEL, (col.)
Any one leaving information of their whereabouts
at 406 12th street, will confer a great favor on her
distracted parents. mh8-2t*
Information Wanted of Wesley
Ramsey, who left Natchez, Miss.,
with General Ransoms's brigade
about 1864. He is the brother of
Dennis Ramsey; his father's name
was Peter Ramsey; had a sister
named Lottie Ramsey. Any
information as to his whereabouts will
be thankfully received by his mother
Caroline Ramsey, 4526 Conslance
street, New Orleans, La.
INFORMATION WANTED OF WESTLEY WRIGHT (colored), body servant to General William McClain during the late war. Address his sister, REBECCA DATALIDE, 145 West 52d st. New York.
INFORMATION WANTED OF WILLIAM
Jones, formerly owned by Dr. Allen
Thomas, who lived in Anne Arundel Co.,
Md. When I last heard from him he was
in Baltimore, Md., about six years ago His
father died in Baltimore about fifteen years
ago, Phillip Jones Any information ren-
dered please address, Rev. A. W. Jones,
Palestine, Anderson Co., Texas, P. O. Box
20.
Information wanted of Willis Bailey. He was born in Lauderdale county, Ala. His parents were Urias Bailey and Phebe Allington. When last heard of he was at Howard University, Washington, D. C. preparing for the ministry. Any information concerning him will be gladly received by his sister Mrs. Sarah Jane Witherspoon, Gurdon, Ark.
INFORMATION WANTED – James
Sanford, a respectable colored man
resident of Charleston, South Carolina,
is seeking information which will aid
him in discovering the whereabouts of
his daughter Mary, and he will feel
greatly obliged to any one who can
give him such information. When
last he heard from her, Mary was
residing in Donaldsonville, married,
but her surname has escaped his memory.
The letter which brought him
intelligence of her residence here was
written by a person whose name, as
nearly as he can recollect, is Stomer
Benbow. Mary’s mother was named
Charlotte Bailey. If any of our readers
know aught concerning Mary or
Benbow, they will confer a great
favor upon a father in search of his
daughter by communicating it to Jacob
Williman, attorney at law, P.O. box
141, Charleston, S.C., or to the postmaster
of the Donaldsonville post office,
or to the editor of the CHIEF.
INFORMATION WANTED!
If PETER JOHNSON, formerly of Lewistown, Del., and Baltimore, Md., is anywhere in this State, or any person knowing his whereabouts since 1854, they will confer a favor by informing his brother, recently arrived in this city. Address DAVID JOHNSON,
PACIFIC APPEAL OFFICE, S. F.
INFORMATION WANTED!
AS to the whereabouts of my brother, JAMES
STILLS, (col.) He was sold in South Carolina
before the war, and with other slaves was
brought to this State by John Parks and Allen
Vance, speculators. He is supposed to be now in
Mississippi or Louisiana. Any information concerning
him, directed to the undersigned, will be
thankfully received.
WASHINGTON STILLS,
Whitehall, Abbeville Co., S. C.,
Near Greenwood Depot.
nov5-w1t*
Information Wanted!
Information is wanted in regard to the whereabouts of Thomas Russel (colored,) who was taken away in 1865, by a rebel Lieutenant, to Richmond, Va., since which time he has not been heard from.
His mother will be thankful if the news-papers throughout the country will copy this notice. Address Louisa West, (Col.)
Jonesboro', Tenn.
INFORMATION WANTED!
Mr. Robert Moore (colored) can hear of something to his interest from his children in St. Louis at his office.
nov9d6t&w1w
INFORMATION WANTED!
Sampson Brakefield and Harriet, his
wife, desire information concerning their
son Albert, who formerly belonged to Mr.
Clinton Atkinson, Columbia, Miss. He is
about thirty years of age, and was last
heard from at or near Monroe, La. Any
information concerning him sent to his
father, Sampson Brakefield, Marshall, Tex-
as, will be gratefully received. 1t
Information Wanted!
About the 2nd of April 1865, (the time of the
occupation of Selma by the Federal raiders under
command of Gen. Wilson,) my father, a
colored man, named AUSTIN DUDLEY, upon the
evacuation of the city by the raiders, left with
them. Since that time nothing has been heard
from him by his friends and relatives here.
Anyone, knowing anything as to his whereabouts,
would, by sending such information to
this office, greatly relieve a distressed wife and
his anxious son. Address Messenger, Selma,
Alabama. BILL DUDLEY.
apr2daw2w*
Information Wanted!
FROM ROBERT GEORGE GROSS. If
this should come under the notice of any
person who is acquainted with the whereabouts of
the abovenamed person they will confer a favor
by giving the information, by letter or otherwise.
directed to Henry Tolbert, care of the PACIFIC
APPEAL. He was last heard from in 1857, as be-
ing at Michigan Bar, in this state. Information
of vital importance awaits him. au24-tf
Information Wanted!
In relation to the whereabouts of one colored man
named BENJAMIN FRANKLIN COLBERT, son of
Mahardy Colbert, of Chocktaw and Chickasaw
Nation. It appears that Benjamin Franklin Colbert,
was claimed to be a recruit, enlisted by Captain Van
Horn, for the 1st Colored regiment, at Sax and Fox
Agency, Kansas, in April or May, 1863. When last
heard from, on the 28th day of October, 1863, he was
in the guard house at Kansas City, Missouri, under
charge of desertion. His parents are very anxious
to learn whether he is dead or alive, and where he
is or may be found. Any information in relation to
him will be liberally rewarded.
MAHARDY COLBERT.
Please address William Roberts, 1st Indian Regi-
ment [Regiment], Fort Gibson, C.N.
Information Wanted!
Information is wanted in regard to the
whereabouts of Thomas Russel (colored,)
who was taken away in 1865, by a rebel
Lieutenant, to Richmond, Va., since which
time he has not been heard from.
His mother will be thankful if the newspapers
throughout the country will copy this
notice. Address LOUISA WEST, (Col.)
Jonesboro, Tenn.
INFORMATION WANTED!
MY SON, ISHAM RICHARDSON, AN AL-
BINO [ALBINO]—white skinned, but of negro blood, with
one black spot on his under lip—light eyes,
white, soft woolly hair—unable to see in the
glare of the sun—was taken from me when the
Federal army came through, and is no doubt now
in the North some where. On the tenth day of
April he will be 15 years old. I live in Johnston
County, N. C., but a letter would reach me at
Eagle Rock, Wake County, N. C.
BRITTON RICHARDSON.
November 26th, 1867. 104—3t free.
INFORMATION WANTED!
THIS is to certify that I, NELLIE B. DAVEN-
PORT [DAVENPORT] left Vicksburg about 18 years ago,
and left my sister Diana Davenport, then about
fifty-five years, at Vicksburg. She belonged
to Richard Davenport, as also myself. She
had two girls, one named Mary, and the other
Flora. I left Mary at a farm in Clinton
county, Mississippi, and with a brother,
Coleman, who belonged to Dr. Wills, who lived
in Jackson county, about five miles from Clin-
ton [Clinton], in the State of Mississippi. We came at
first from Virginia, Halifax county, between
Lynchburg and Richmond, on the James River.
We belonged to the estate in that place, of
Sam. Hubbard. My first child was James,
Jessie was the second, Sallie the third, and
Mack the fourth. We have lived in Chicago
ever since the close of the war. We were sold
by Davenport to a Mr. Hopkins, down in
Louisiana, then he carried us to Memphis and
sold us to a Mr. Martin, who sold us again to
Gen'l Pillow. Should any information be
had of the whereabouts of my sister, I would
be thankful; and in such a case write to
NELLIE BUTLER, No. 88 Fourth Ave., Chicago,
Ill.
May 26, 1875-1t.
Information Wanted,
Information wanted of Molton
Rogers Deshields, son of Levi and
Harriet Deshields, (supposed to be in
California), who was taken away from
Jamestown, Summerset county,
Md., about six weeks before the
Emancipation, by Arthur Wolford,
son of Deven Wolford, of Prince
Ann. $10 will be paid for any infor-
mation of his whereabouts, by his
mother, HARRIET DESHIELDS.
Address 351, Hamilton street,
Albany, N.Y. Ministers please publish.
Nov. 26 - tf.
INFORMATION WANTED,
Of my sisters Jennette, Eliza, Caroline,
America, and Elizabeth, and of my brother
Harry. Also of our mother, whose name
was Dinah Hickson, They were sold from
Liberty, Mo., over 30 years ago, and the
last time I hear of them they were on Red
River. They belonged to Andy Hickson,
and were sold to a man named Francis Ben-
ware. Any information of these parties
will be gladly received by MOSES HICKSON,
Now MOSES SISSENEY,
St. Joseph, Mo., BOX 507.
N. B. Pastors of churches will please read this.
July 2 - 3 m.
INFORMATION WANTED,
OF a young man named LEDYARD G. ROBBINS,
aged 28 years, a Barber, not very dark colored,
with brown hair, five feet six or seven inches high, of
an active temperament, and usually dressed in the
most approved style. He was last heard from at Providence,
R. I., in May last. Those knowing the whereabouts
of said Robbins will confer a favor upon his
distressed mother, by informing, Mrs. JANE OLBEY,
North Brookfield, Madison county, New York.
Editors will please copy. Nov. 17
INFORMATION WANTED,
OF ANNA BROWN or ANNA BLACKWELL, or of her
three daughters, NANCY, ELIZA and SUSAN, a
griffe woman who was brought from Virginia by one
Mr. Latham about the year 1830 to the city of New
Orleans, and sold. Any information leading to their
discovery will be most thankfully received, by leaving
their names at this office, by her daughter.
may 28 6t ELIZABETH BUTLER.
Information Wanted,
OF EVE, wife of NATHAN MALONY, who resided
at Lexington, S.C., with Samuel Lurk.
She left, with many others, when Sherman was
marching through South Carolina, in February,
1865. Information of her present residence will
be thankfully received by her husband in San
Francisco.
Direct care of P.A. Bell, Editor of The Elevator.
[Charleston, S.C., "Leader," please copy
three months, and charge to us.] my18 tf
INFORMATION WANTED,
Of my brothers Thomas and Amiger Mo-
ton, sons of Polly Parker, of Washington
city. When last heard from they were in
Canada. They lived at Fredericksburgh,
and belonged to Lewis Halton, but escaped
by Underground Railroad. Any informa-
tion will be gladly received by their sister,
FRANCES PARKER,
July 2--3m. St. Joseph, Mo.
INFORMATION WANTED,
Of my daughter, Julia Ellen. She left
Wheeling, West Va., October 1868 for Par-
kersburg, after which she went to New
York city, with Mrs. Isabella Renard. Any
information will be gladly received by her
mother, Mary Buchanan, Wheeling, West
Va.
Ministers please read in church. She is a colored girl.
Aug 3-4 times.
INFORMATION WANTED,
Of My Son Jackson, who left Robeson
County, N.C., last March, with General
Sherman's army. He belonged to Mr. John C.
McMillan, near Antioch Church, in same County.
Jackson is about twenty years old, over six feet
high -- slim and spare-made, has a scar on the bottom
of his foot, caused by a snake bite, and is
left-handed. North Carolina, Virginia and
Northern papers, please copy once and oblige a
poor FREEDMAN. Come home Jackson.
WILLIAM LOVE -- Colored.
Address me at Fayetteville, N.C., Care of Mrs. Flora Love.
feb 19
INFORMATION WANTED,
Of the whereabouts of my brothers, Wil-
liam Alexander, who was the former slave of
Mr. Thomas G. Mason & Co. tobacco mer-
chants of Rollingville, St. Charles Co., Mo.;
and also of my brothers John Scott and
Warren Grey, who were the former slaves
of Mr. H. Grey, a member of the firm of the
above named place. The name of their
parents was, Louis and Sophia Costly. Any
information will be thankfully received, by
their sister Elizabeth Lewis, formerly Ruth
Maria E Grey.
P.S. Address Elizabeth Lewis, in care of
Rev. J. W. Early, pastor of Avery chapel,
Memphis, Tenn. Aug 13, '70 8t.
Information Wanted,
ANY information respecting Isaac Rosser (colored)
family; of LaGrange, Troup county, Ga., will be gla
eceived Peter [undecipherable].
Address American Union, Chattanooga, Tenn.
dec22-2t
INFORMATION WANTED,
BY a poor distressed mother, who had two daughters
sold, one named Mary and the other Peggy
Boyd; the former is now 38 years old, the latter 27;
they were sold about 20 years ago to Mr. Blount
Robertson, of Louisiana, who sold them to some
French gentleman; they were sold by George Boyd
of Nashville. Their mother of those girls will be
under obligations to those persons owning said slaves
giving her information of the same; a line addressed
to her at the City Hotel will be received.
june 13 3t GRACY BOYD.
INFORMATION WANTED,
Concerning Lewis Everick, his wife Eliza, and their children, Mandy Creasey, Hannah, Julia, Rachel, five daughters; and Vincent and Hilliard, two sons; all owned and named after their last master and mistress, Wm. Young and wife Mandy. In 1864, when Emancipation was proclaimed, they then lived three quarters of a mile from Baptist Poplar church composed of colored and white members—and ten miles from Winsboro, down Horsebranch, South Carolina.
In 1860, they were all living with their old master, Alexander Young, in Florida. Wm. Young, his son, with the above names slaves removed back to Charleston, South Carolina, the same year. When the war of the rebellion broke out, Wm. Young and his brother Werter joined the rebel army, and took Arthur with them to cook and take care of horses. Soon after Arthur joined the Union army, and after the war was over came to New York.
Any information as to the whereabouts of the within named relations, and addressed to the "Powell House," 153 Thompson street, New York., will confer a great favor on their absent son and brother. THOMAS ARTHUR EVERICK.
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 them.
Direct to P. A. BELL, office of the Elevator.
Anglo African will please copy six months, and
send bill to this office.
je16-tf
INFORMATION WANTED,
OF Caroline Dodson, who was sold from
Nashville Nov. 1st, 1862 by James
Lumsden to Warwick, (a trader then in
human beings), who carried her to At-
lanta, Georgia, and she was last heard of
in the sale pen of Robert Clarke, (human
trader in that place), from which she was
sold. Any information of her where-
abouts will be thankfully received and
rewarded by her mother,
LUCINDA LOWERY,
oct14-1m Box 1121, Nashville, Tenn.
Information Wanted,
Of Maria Adeline, (colored) formerly a slave
of Dr. Lively and was taken from Tampa
during the war by some colored people and
carried to Key West. When last heard from
she was in Apalachicola, Fla. Any information
regarding her will be gladly received by
her mother,
ANN WELLS.
Tampa, Nov.
INFORMATION WANTED,
OF MOSES WATKINS, who was sold
from W. Rob't Watkins. When last heard of
he belonged to Mr. Robert McWhorter, 5 miles
from Woodville on the Athens Branch Railroad
If he is living, he is about 20 years of age and
of dark complexion.
ALSO,
ABRAHAM WATKINS, of the same
family Last heard of, he was in Maryland
Dis't City of Memphis, Tenn., aged about 18
years, dark complexion.
Any information regarding either will be
thankfully received at the office of this paper.
dec30 3m FANNY WATKINS.
INFORMATION WANTED,
Of my father, Jerry Hodges, of Norfolk
county, Va. I was sold from him when a
small girl, about 30 years ago. My mother's
name was Phebe and she belonged to a man
named Ashcroth. Should any of the family
be living in the vicinity of Norfold, they
will please address EMELINE HODGES,
Leavenworth, Kan.
N.B. Ministers please read in church.
July 2 - 10t.
INFORMATION WANTED,
OF MY HUSBAND, Columbus Victory, who
formerly belonged to Mr. Samuel Tarleton. of
Attakapas. He was taken to Key West and en-
gaged there in building a fort. I have heard that
he was iu New Orleans about a month ago, look-
ing for me. The police or anyone knowing of his
where-abouts and letting him know that I am in
Baton Rouge waiting to meet with him, will con-
fer a great favor on me, and they will be rewarded
for their services.
nov28 MARIA TARLETON.
Information Wanted,
OF MY WIFE LUCY BLAIR, who I
left in Jonesboro, Washington county,
East Tennessee, five years ago. She was
then living with William Blair. I was
raised by John Blair. I am a wagon-
maker by trade, and would be thankful
for any information respecting her where-
abouts. I am in Nashville, Tenn., on Gay
street, north of the Statehouse. Address
me or the Colored Tennessean, Nashville,
Tenn., Box 1150.
jy29-3m HENRY HILL.
INFORMATION WANTED,
OF RACHAEL, a young Mulatto Woman, who was
sold in this city in the Spring of 1864, to Mr. ---Moore
by Mrs. Mary Ann Baldwin, of Mississippi. Informa-
tion [Information] of her whereabouts, left with us will be thankful-
ly [thankfully] received by her father.
TAYLOR, GREENE & ALLEN,
aug25 18 Perry Street.
INFORMATION WANTED,
OF TONEY JOHNSON, who was sold
from John Hymen, of Clarksville, Halifax
county, near Roanoke River, N.C. Last heard
from, he was in Hobby, Alabama.
Any information regarding him, will be thank-
fully received at the office of this paper.
dec30 1 m KAMP JOHNSON.
Information Wanted,
Of Washington Waller, senior, by
his son, Washington Waller, who was
formerly a slave, belonging to Dr.
Wins, of Orange county, Va. He is
now with the Army of the Potomac,
and wishes his father, who was somewhere
in Ohio when last heard from, to write
to him, in care of Major J. C. Duane,
of the Engineer Corps.
Ohio papers will confer a favor by
copying this notice.
INFORMATION WANTED,
CONCERNING the residence or whereabouts of
AMY THORNTON and RANSOM THORN-
TON [THORNTON], by their brother, Reuben Thornton. Amy
went to the neighborhood of Frederick City, Md.,
Ransom to Madison county, Va. Any person know-
ing [knowing] their residence will please communicate with
Jno. M. Coyle, Charlestown, W. Va., their former
owner, with whom their brother Reuben is now lIv-
ing [living], and very anxious to see or hear from them.—
He wishes to take them to his mother, who is living
in Farmville, Va. REUBEN THORNTON,
Near Charleston, W. Va.
April 27, 1869—3t. Frederick Citizen copy.
INFORMATION WANTED,
of RICHARD (or Dick) KIRBY, son of Lucy
Kirby, formerly of Hampton, Virginia, now
with General V. D. Groner, Norfolk, Virginia.
This family were sold on a division of the
"Rudd" estate two years before the war.
Dick, when sold, was about ten year's old,
now about twenty-five year's old.
Any information would be received by a distressed
mother, and a liberal reward paid by
General Groner.
O. C. GILBERT,
Saratoga, N. Y.
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
Cecilia, are residing in San Francisco, and wish infor-
mation [information] respecting them. Direct to P. A. Bell, office of
the Elevator.
INFORMATION WANTED, of my Son
Hiram a colored boy who left me nearly
twenty years ago, with Dr Day, of Montpelier.
He started from that place, resided
for a while in Philadelphia, left then
for New Orleans, and was there when
last heard of. Any one who will give any
information concerning him will greatly
oblige the heart of a poor and anxious
mother. VENUS SAFFORD.
St. Albans, Vt. March 6, 1843.
INFORMATION WANTED,--Of William
Bagley, formerly of Lunenburg county, Va. He
was last heard from at Washington Any informa-
tion of his whereabouts will be received by Wash-
ington Bagley, Galway, Henry county, Illinois.
INFORMATION WANTED,--Of William
Robinson, son of Brutus Robinson ; when last
heard from he was in Massachusetts, but had deter-mined to go South. Any information of him will be
gladly received by his only sister, Virginia Robinson,
Charleston.
INFORMATION WANTED--
Of my people: mother, father, broth-
er [brother] and uncle. My mothers name
was Nancy Slater, my father Carlisle
Slator, and my brother name was
Peter Slater, and uncle Moses Slat-
er [Slater]. We all lived on Main street,
Richmond, Va. My uncle had a
caste in the eye. Now I will give
a description of Carlise my father,
he was very bright with blonde
hair, my mother was dark my
brother was dark and uncle was
dark. I was separated from them
just before the war and sold to a
man by the name of John A. Beale,
in Alabama. So my name was
Pleasant Slater until I was sold and
now I go by the name of Pleasant
Beale. Any information concern-
ing [concerning] their whereabouts will be gladly
received.
Address
PLEASANT BEALE.
Paragould, Green, Co., Ark.
INFORMATION WANTED--
The undersigned would thank any
person for information concerning
his sisters and brothers, viz: Elizabeth
Jones, Harriet Bryant, George,
Joe and Tom Bryant; our parents
were Edmund and Nellie Bryant. I
left Washington D. C., in January
1862 with General Garfield.
Address: Jas. E. Bryant,
402 South 7th, Street,
Paducah, Ky
INFORMATION WANTED--
The undersigned would thank any
person for information concerning
his sisters and brothers; viz: Eliza-
beth Jones, Harriet Bryant, George,
Joe and Tom Bryant; our parents
were Edmund and Nellie Bryant. I
left Washington D. C., in January
1862 with General Garfield.
Address: Jas. E. Bryant,
402 South 7th, Street,
Paducah, Ky
INFORMATION WANTED--An almost unintelligible letter from Jane Walker, a colored woman living in Noxubee, Miss., has been handed us for publication. We can only make out of it that the writer is anxious to ascertain the whereabouts of her relations that she may go to them. She says that she at one time belong to Mr. Whit Walker, is now married and has four children. Any information addressed to her at Noxubee, Miss., wlll [will] be gladly received.
INFORMATION WANTED--of
Jane Chase, daughter of Abraham and
Maliala Chase, and sister of Abraham,
Isaac, and Jacob Chase. She was
sold into Georgia by Thomas Dulin,
about twenty-six years ago. Any in-
formation concerning her whereabouts
will be thankfully received by her bro-
ther. 1017 Rodman st. Phila.
(2 t.)
INFORMATION WANTED--Of
my brother James Green. I left
him in Washington, D.C., after the
rebellion. We went through the
war together. Our home was in
Richmond, Va. Had two brothers,
John and William, and two sisters,
Sarah and Dianna. My father is
named Joseph Green. My mother,
long since dead, was named Marin-
da Green. Any information of
the whereabouts of any of my rel-
atives will be thankfully received
by Joseph Green, 3001 5th avenue,
Chicago, Ill.
INFORMATION WANTED--Of a Mulatto Girl
named ROSEY EVANS, from Harford county,
Md., aged about 11 years. A scar under right eye. Has
been missing since September, 1873. Please address
B. P. MOORE, JR., 47 St. Paul street. jy23-3t*)
INFORMATION WANTED--OF A YOUNG COLORED man by the name of Joseph A. Roker, who has been a waiter in New York city. Any information will be thankfully received by his brother, the Rev. ZACHARIAH A. Roker, 69 West Thirty-sixth street.
Information Wanted--of Alvina Price, colored who left her home on Wednesday morning, at 10 o'clock. Any information concerning her will be thankfully received by her mother, Caroline B. Price, 209 West Fifteenth street, for two days.
INFORMATION WANTED--OF CAESAR NASH GRANDY, colored; came to New York from Norfolk May 16, 1871,on the steamer Saratoga. A note to his sister, SUSAN A. GRANDY, care of N.M. Heal, No. 5 John street, New York, would be gladly received.
INFORMATION WANTED--OF DIANA M'Donald (colored), formerly of San Francisco, Cal. Any information will be thankfully received by G. H. WILD, 491 Broadway or W. H. ALEXANDER, 1,407 Dupont street, San Francisco, Cal.
INFORMATION WANTED--OF ELIZA
POLLARD, daughter of Rev. Charles Pollard;
was sold when about seventeen years of age from the
town of Salsbury, Woster county, Maryland, about
the year 1859; was last seen on board a steamboat
going up Red river. Any information addressed to
Leven Husten, Care of Republican Office, will be
thankfully received. au21 6t*
INFORMATION WANTED--Of father
and mother, my father's name is William
Turner, and my mother's name is Leah (?)
Turner. They belonged to William Tur-
ner. He was their master, and he died in
Mississippi ; and his children fell in the
hands Hamton Turner, and he went to
Louisiana. My name is Charles Milton.
address Van Duyer, Ark.
INFORMATION WANTED--OF FRANCAIS WALKER, colored, born in Salem, N. J. ; left New York 20 years ago ; when last heard from was in Australia. Any information concerning him will be thankfully received by his aunt, ISABLLA CLARK, No. 8 Seventeenth street.
INFORMATION WANTED--OF GEORGE AND AMANDA
Cash (colored), or of any of their children; when last
heard from lived near Yorktown, Va., with Roger Gregory,
in 1862. Any tidings will be thankfully received by their son,
Jesse Robertson, on board the U.S. receiving ship Vermont,
Brooklyn, N.Y. Richmond (Va.) papers please copy.
INFORMATION WANTED--of George Demonet, A
colored boy, five years old, who is supposed to have
strayed from his home No. 73 Vandam street, about half-
past 11 o'clock on Monday morning last. He wore a redish
brown apron, a patent leather belt around his waist, and a
black velvet cap. Any information respecting him will be
thankfully received by his mother, at the above house.
INFORMATION WANTED--Of Harriett Shipley,
(colored) a light mulatto. She left St.
Louis about five weeks since, and went up
the Mississippi river with a number of other
contrabands, and is supposed to be now in
Minnesota. She is about twenty-one years of
age, a light mulatto, and has been brought up
to house work. Any information concerning
her, will be thankfully received by her brother
Nelson Hart, by addressing P. O. box 1,874,
Chicago. Minnesota papers please copy.
INFORMATION WANTED--OF JANE WILSON, OF
Morrisania, Westchester county, who is supposed to
have gone to Philadelphia. She has a dark brown complexion,
about five feet five or six inches in height, decayed
teeth, one tooth gone in front upper jaw, dressed in black,
and had a boy fourteen years of age, about same complexion,
with a mark over the left eye. Any person giving information
of her will be suitably rewarded by applying at Mr.
Robert D. Holmes', No. 7 Chambers street, New York.
INFORMATION WANTED--OF MICKEY BASHLOT,
Judy Bashlot and Katy Ginlack, mulatto children, aged
respectively 18, 15 and 17 years, who came from Denegal,
off Harris Neck, Georgia; last heard from were in New Jer-
sey [New Jersey]. Any information concerning them will be thankfully
received by their uncle, Adam Thomas, United States iron-
clad [ironclad] Lehigh, Port Royal, S. C.
INFORMATION WANTED--Of my
brother, Jas. Monroe Holmes, supposed to
be a minister in the A. M. E. Church
My mother's name is Mrs. Eliza Holmes.
Any information of him will be gladly
received. Address Gabe Holmes, El Paso
Tex.
INFORMATION WANTED--Of my
father who was separated from his wife
and twelve children in 1864, in Bastrop
County Tex. His former owner's name
was Meek Smith. My father's name was
Dave Smith; my mother's name was
Matilda Smith; his sons' names were
Jeff, Allen and Coleman, and his step-son
Joe. Please address me at Austin, Tex.
ALLEN HODGE.
P. S. I am a minister in the A. M. E.
Church.
INFORMATION WANTED--Of my
father, Felix Ringgold. He was sold when
I was a small boy. I had two brothers
and one sister when he was sold, William
Henry, Alexander and Sarah Ridggold.
My sister was a baby at the time. My
mother's name is Betsy Ringgold. She
was owned by a man by the name of Ja-
cob W. Legg, of Kent Island. My father
was sold by a man named John Bright, of
Kent Island, Md. Any information of
his whereabouts will be gladly received
by his son, Rev. Samuel R. Ringgold, 826
China St , Baltimore, Md.
INFORMATION WANTED--Of my
sister Eliza Dandridge, who was sold in
1853, from Richmond, Va. She belonged
to one James Eilett and lived on Seth
street, near the new market. She went
by the name of Eliza Dandridge. She
and myself were at the Nat Bush Sale
Office. I have never seen or heard from
her since I went by the name of Nat
Selden Our mother's name was Betty
and our Aunts', Gracie Ann and Lucy.
Information of the above named person
will be thankfully received by her brother,
Edward Robinson, Presiding Elder Rocky
Point District, 1820 Miller street, Wil-
mington, N. C.
INFORMATION WANTED--Of the fol-
lowing named persons : Nat Ward, Geo.
Ward, Frederick Ward, Henry Ward,
Rachel Ward and Caroline Ward. My
mother's name was Mary Dabney. We
lived in Richmond, Va, on Church Hill,
and were raised by Mrs. Orton of Mr. Da-
vid Panking's widow. My mother moved
down in Buchertown near the city. I
left them after the war Address Ampy
Ward, Colusa, Colusa County, Cal.
INFORMATION WANTED--OF WADDY Smith (colored), who left his family on Tuesday, the 4th inst., and has not been heard from since. Any information of his whereabouts will be thankfully received.
92 H.P. Treat, 161 Madison street.
INFORMATION WANTED-Con-
cerning Mrs. Annie Johnson, formerly
Miss Annie Murrell. She lived in Dyer
county, Tenn. Any information will
be thankfully received by Mrs. Ellen
Mayes, of 4040 -----------------.
INFORMATION WANTED-Con-
cerning the whereabouts of Rev. P. J.
Jackson, who formerly lived in Mem-
phis, Tenn. He came to St. Louis
about eight months ago and preached
in several churches in this city. Any
information will be thankfully re-
ceived at this office.
INFORMATION WANTED-Con-
cerning the whereabouts of Wilson
Sanford, who formerly lived in Hazle-
hurst. Copiah county, Miss. He left
there about twenty years ago. Any in-
formation concerning him will be
thankfully received by Miss Annie Al-
vorid, of 4119 Fairfax avenue.
INFORMATION WANTED-OF ALBERT SMITH, colored, sister [brother?] of John, Ellen and Pantha Smith. Address PANTHA SMITH, box 159 Yonkers, N.Y., care of Mr. W.H. Baldwin.
INFORMATION WANTED-of the where-
abouts [whereabouts] of Mrs. CLOE JARVIS (colored).
She was formerly the slave of the Rev. Ban-
nister [Bannister] Jarvis, of Powell's Point, Currituck;
County, N. C. Any insormation addressed to
her son will be thankfully recteved.
ALFRED HARRISON, World office
New York City. 14-2t.
INFORMATION WANTED.
Hannah and Caesar Mallory
Desire to learn the whereabouts of their children, LEWIS, WM. B. GILES, JOHNSON, CAESAR and FRANK MALLORY. The parents still live in Hampton Va., where they lived when the above named children were sold. Any information will be thankfully received by the parents.
Information Wanted.
Information is wanted of Mary Ann Barton, formerly of Baltimore. When last heard from, she was in Philadelphia last fall. Any information of her whereabouts will be thankfully received by her daughter, Georgiana Barton, Sacramento, California; address, care of the PACIFIC APPEAL, San Francisco.
Information Wanted.
Information wanted of Mary Mashat
who formerly belonged to Mashat in St.
Charles, Mo., who last heard from she
had removed to St. Louis, Mo. Informa
tion also wanted of her daughter Emily
who lived in Montgomery County, Mo.
Any information of their whereabouts
will be thankfully received by the son of
Mary Mashat.
HENRY MASHAT
April 3 2t Ypsalanti, Mich
Information Wanted.
INFORMATION WANTED of my mother
Eliza and my sister Sarah Sikes of
Columbus, Mississippi.
If any person can give the desired infor-
mation, please address
PARMELIA DYER,
In care of A.M.E. Church, Box 156,
june12 1m. Terre Haute, Ind
Information Wanted.
A small fortune is in store for Nellie
Beecham, colored, who lived during
the war near Richmond Va., and
whose daughter Augusta Ann was
sold when about 12 years old to Bert
Leatherwood and Robert Golikely
slave speculators of Richmond, on
the death of her master, Sam Beecham,
by his brother Ike, in 62, 63, or
64 to pay certain debts the deceased
owed. Credicks and Wards were
near by slave owners. The undersigned's
Uncle Pompey fed her on
goose and duck eggs when a child
and she is now desires of finding her
mother who was a member of the
Rasberry Campbellite church.
Any information that will be the
means of finding the said Nellie
Beecham will be liberally rewarded
by her daughter, now.
MRS. ANN HAMPTON.
Coffeyville Kan.
Richmond Va., papers please copy.
INFORMATION WANTED.
Any information concerning Woodford
Cooper, who when last heard from was in
Shelbyville, Ky., will be reasonably rewarded by
sending his address to
C. A. Carter,
Kalispell, Mont.
INFORMATION WANTED.
Any information leading to the
whereabouts of Mrs. Della Moore, her
husband was named Jack Moore, when
last heard from she was at Pensacola,
Florida.
I. Z. MOORE,
Jeff Ala.
INFORMATION WANTED.
Any information of Charles Stewart, John Stewart, Henrietta Sidmon, or any of their children will be thankfully received. They were sold South before the war by a family named McTavish. Address, John Vincent Thomas. 22 East Lexington Street, Baltimore. Md.
Information Wanted.
ANY INFORMATION of DICK POWEL will be
thankfully received by his wife BETSY POWEL.
No. 309 First street, or at this office. When last
heard of, was in Vicksburg; left New Orleans about
three years ago. my6 1t
INFORMATION WANTED.
Any information of the whereabouts of Easter
Bowers, (colored) of Hardeman county, Tennessee,
will be thankfully received by her daughter, Sicily,
who formerly belonged to Dr. W. M. Towler, Canton,
Mississippi. She desires to find out her mother's
place of residence, so that she can go to her.
Letters containing information, should be addressed
to Dr. Towler, my former master, which
will insure my getting them.
Mar.1-tf SICILY.
Information Wanted.
ANY INFORMATION RESPECTING BILLY
HOWARD (a mulatto boy) of Kingston Ga,
will be thankfully received by his mother at
Nashville. Tenn.
SUSAN HOWARD.
mar66- [indecipherable]
Information Wanted.
Any one knowing the whereabouts
of James Blue, a colored man, who,
when last heard from, (about 3 years
since) was living with a methodist
minister, in Jackson Co. will confer a
favor on his afflicted mother, by sending
information to S. W. Nichols,
Jacksonville, Illinois, where the mother
resides.
Information Wanted.
BOSLEY DAVIS wishes to find his wife, Mrs.
MARGARET DAVIS, or ROBERSON, who
formerly lived in Wilkerson county, Mississippi.
Any information respecting her, please address this
paper. my6 1t
Information Wanted.
BY MRS. DORCAS BURK of her two sons,
SOLOMAN and RICHARD BURK and her
daughter, JANE BELL BURK. When last heard
from they were all living on the plantation of Mr.
Charles Stewart, Arkansas, near Columbia. They
were all born in Virginia, in Fairfax county. Any in
formation of them will be thankfully received by
their mother at this office, or at her residence. No.
138 Melpomine street. my13 1t
Information Wanted.
CENTRAL CITY, KY., May 10, 1890.
Editor of the Climax:
Please announce that I am anxious to
hear from some one acquainted with the
facts set forth below:
Any one having any knowledge of the
marriage of Lucretia Palmer, (colored),
(nee Maupin) on King Maupin's place,
near Rogersville, Ky., about 1858, will
confer a great favor and be rewarded by
writing to me. LUCRETIA PALMER,
(P.O. Box C.)
INFORMATION WANTED.
Do you know anything
about an old colored man
by the name of Isaac Carter?
If not concerning Isaac Car-
ter, do you know anything of
his sister, Martha Carter, or his
brother Aley Carter? They
were living during the Civil
War. Their brother by the
name of Luther Gray was a
soldier, his right name being
Luther Carter. If you know
anything about these people
please address
Julia Carter
Ferguson, Arkansas.
Information Wanted.
EVANS GREEN desires to find his mother, Mrs.
PHILLIS GREEN, whom his left in Virginia
some years ago. She belonged to old Squire Cook,
of Winchester, whose son was an attorney-at-law,.
Any information respecting her will be thankfully
received. Address this paper
Winchester paper please copy. ap22
Information Wanted.
Friends in St. Louis would like to
know the whereabouts of Ella Upshaw,
residing in Washington. D. C., and who
was formerly Ella S. Pienor. Any in-
formation concerning this party will
be gladly received at The Palladium of-
fice, 2617 Lawton avenue, St. Louis, Mo.
INFORMATION WANTED.
GEORGE REUBEN CRUMP, colored, left his residence
in this city, on the first of the present month,
and has not been heard from by his family. Any
one learning his whereabouts will please inform his
wife. MARY CRUMP,
1714 Marshall street, between Seventeenth and
Eighteenth. fe 16—2t*
Information Wanted.
HAWKINS, WOOD CO., TEXAS,
February 10, 1877.
I desire to know the whereabouts
of my brothers, sisters and mother.
When last heard of they were in
Wilcox county, Alabama. The
names of my brothers are Peter
and Evans; of my sisters are
Belsora, Tillar and Mary Ann; my
mother's name is Silvia. When
we were separated they belonged
to a Mr. McDole, and I to Mr. Wm.
Hunter. Any person knowing the
whereabouts of any of them will
confer a lasting favor by notifying
me or calling their attention to this
notice. With hope, I await for
tidings,
CHARRITIE THOMPSON,
(Formerly Charritie Hunter).
Information Wanted.
Hiram Bigsby, a resident of Napa County, wishes
to obtain information of his wife, called Patsy
Stokes, or of his children Margaret, Amos and Hisam.
When last heard from, they were residing in
Pulaski County, Missouri. They can hear from
their father and husband, and receive substaintial
aid and comfort by addressing P.A. Bell, Ed. Elevator,
or Wm. Veasey. Bt. Helena, Napa, Cop. Cal.
80n-lmo
Information Wanted.
I will be thankful for any information
concerning my son, Collin
Rufus Mays. He left home two
years ago and wrote us regularly
for a year, since that we have not
heard from him. He is 22 years
old, a brown mulatto, about 5 feet
10 inches high, would weigh about
160 pounds. Was near Marshall,
Texas, when last heard from.
Address, REV. C. MAYS,
Gonzales, Texas.
Information Wanted.
I would like to find my son, Johnny
Brown who some times lives in
Danville, Va. then again in Richmond.
Age 16. I ask that the
ministers will please ask the people
to assist me in finding him.
MRS. NANNIE DEPEW,
517 Waverly St.
Brooklyn, N. Y.
INFORMATION WANTED.
I would like very much, to hear from my
father, Patrick Vaughan. When last heard
from he was in Amelia Co., Va.
Address, John H. Vaughan, 1225 Law-
rence street, Phila.
1t.
Information Wanted.
IN the latter part of January, a negro boy
named WILLIAM MINOR, whose parents
are living on Mr. Walworth's place,
near Natchez, left and came to Vicksburg.
He is not more than 12 or 13 years of age, and
his parents are greatly distressed about him
Any person having information will please
address DOUGLAS WALWORTH,
Natchez, Miss. may8-3t
INFORMATION WANTED.
INFORMATION IS WANTED AS TO THE
whereabouts of Tom, Daniel, and Manual
Nowlan (colored), who moved from Virginia to
Alabama with Matthew B. Nowlan since the war.
Your brother, John Wesley, who lives near
Glennville, Panola county, Mississippi, would
like to hear from you. If either one of you see
this, write to me at Glennville, Panola county,
Mississippi. JOHN WESLEY.
dcc13.
INFORMATION WANTED.
Information is wanted as to the
whereabouts of Zach Miller, Riley
Miller, Yancey Miller, Lewis Mil-
ler, or Levi Miller, colored. When
last heard from Levi Miller lived near
Mr. Marshall Kay, (wihte[white]), in Smith
county, Texas. Relatives very desir-
ous of learning where these parties
now are. Communicate with Wade
Lyons, Westminster, S. C., R. F. D.
No. 2, if you know anything of them.
It will be greatly appreciated.
HARRIET LYONS.
December 11, 1912. 50-
INFORMATION WANTED.
Information is wanted by the undersigned
concerning a brother and two sisters Anna-
mariah and Harriet and John Gordey, son
and daughters of Jacob and Julia Gordey.
At that time our mother was living with a
man by the name of William Tobbsa, black-
smith. My sister Harriet was taken to
some part of the West when a small girl by
Dr. Grifeth. Their mother is living yet and
would like to hear from them. Any infor-
mation will be thankfully received by their
sister
RUTH A. LITTLE
No 62 Foulkrod St., Frankford, Pa
Information Wanted.
Information is wanted of John B. Lee.
He was born in Buckingham county, Va.
in 1869. He is 24 years of age, about
six feet in height, light complexion.
When last heard of he was in Washington
county, Pa., digging in the coal
mine. Any information will be thankfully
received by his brother.
H. Y. ALLEN
Claremont P. O., Fayette Co., W. Va.
Information Wanted.
Information is wanted of Robert Byard,
a colored man who enlisted in Company
C, Fourth Massachusetts colored
troops, March 25th, 1865, and was mustered
out August 20, 1865.
At the time of his enlistment Byard
gave his residence as St. Albans, Vt.
An aged colored woman residing at
New Rochelle N. Y., believes this man
to have been her husband, but has not
heard from him since a short time after
his enlistment, when he wrote that he
had been on a sea voyage for about a
year before.
Mrs. Byard desires any information
regarding this soldier which may aid her
in obtaining a much needed pension.
Any person or persons who can furnish
such information who will address to
this office will be conferring a favor upon
a very deserving woman.
Information Wanted.
Information is wanted of the present
were-a-bouts of Harriet Ann Chappell,
formerly of Caloway County Missiour
and of Columbia, Mo, by her brother
Samuel Smith Chappell. Address, Robt.
F. Hunton, attorney at law, 306 Manhattan
building, St. Paul, Minn.
Kansas City, Mo., papers please copy.
Information Wanted.
Information wantd of Mr. Rich-
ard Whiting, jr. who was the son
of Richard and Charity Whiting.
My father Richard belonged to Mr.
Frank Whiting of Gloucester, Va.
and mother belonged to Mrs. Ellen-
der Wyatt. My father was drowned
and I had five sisters: Diana,
Nancy, Lucinda. Ellender, and
Susan Whiting, all scattered in dif-
ferent parts of the country. I was
removed or sold to Petersburg, Va.
Sister Ellender to Dr. Wyatt, who
lived some where near Annapolis,
Md., and Sister Lucinda, she be-
longed to Thomas Wyatt some
where in Md. State. I wish that if
either of the above named persons,
my sister or their children are a
living, they will confer a favor on
me to write and perhaps to them
selves also.
Richard Whiting, N. 38 Spruce
St. Newport, Rhode Island.
March 11 - 3 mos.
INFORMATION WANTED.
Information wanted by Eliza Riley, of her
daughter Rina Jane Hinton. She left Marion
County, Missouri, in 1864. Her husband,
Thomas Hinton, lived in Philadelphia, previously
to his wife's going to him. The man that owned
him was named William Logan. He lived in
Philadelphia. Any information of her will be
thankfully received by her mother. Direct to
Rev. Henry Brown,
Quincy, Illinois, Box 769.
Jan. 26 -2t.
Information Wanted.
Information wanted of a woman and
her three children. The mother's
name was Lettie Stephens, the chil-
dren were first, a boy Manuel; a girl
about six years; second, child, a girl
named Caroline, age about four years;
third child, a girl, Charlotte, infant,
possibly about two years old. The wo-
man and children belonged to Dr. Bar-
ton Morris of Caroline Co., Va. They
left that county soon after the evacua-
tion of Richmond.
Any information of the woman or
her children will be gratefully received
by her daughter, Hattie Taliaferro,
address 511 N. 3d St., Richmond, Va.
Information Wanted.
Information wanted of Louisa
Bruce or her husband, Billy Bruce,
by her sister, H. TURNER, 117 E.
84th St., New York City.
West Virginia papers please copy.
3t.
INFORMATION WANTED.
Information wanted of my broth-
ers, Richard, Levi, Elijah and Elisha;
also, my sisters, Falbia, Ann Maria,
and Maria Ann. They were born in
Toliver county, Ga. They were the
children of Benjamin and Maria
Ann Johnson. When last heard
from they were in Georgia. Please
address NATHAN PARKER,
Clarksville.
Oct. 2-4t.
Information Wanted.
INFORMATION WANTED of my brother
GEORGE W. WOLFOLK, he was sold by old
BILLY WOODFOLK, at Frankfort, Ky., be-
fore the war of the rebellion.
He belonged to DR. LANE of Paducah
Ky.,
Our mother's name is MALINDA WOOD-
FOLK. Mother and I are living in Mem-
phis, Tenn., Any information addressed
to me to care of Avery Chapel Memphis
Tenn., will be thankfully received.
ELLA F. WOLFOLK,
Memphis Tenn
1m.
Information Wanted.
INFORMATION wanted of my brother Lewis
Burris sold from Hatteras Island, N.C. His
owner Edmund Burris sold him from his
wife and two children, to Wm. Howard who
took him to Silver Springs Florida. At the
time he was sold the writer was about five
years old. Our mother Hester Burris is still
living and is very anxious to hear from him.
Address Joanna Burris,
care Christian Recorder,
631 Pine St. Philadelphia.
5m.11-4t.
Information Wanted.
Information wanted of my daugh-
ter Julia Crawley, and my son,
Henry Crawley. The last I heard
from them they were in Richmond,
Va. Any information of their
whereabouts will be gladly received
by their mother, Lucy Lee.
Address, Union A.M. E. Church,
Coates St., Philada., Pa.
Ministers please read in Churches.
4t-Dec 10 '70.
Information Wanted.
INFORMATION wanted of my father and
mother, William and Mary Ann Simpson.
When last heard from they were living in
New York City. I was brought into New
Jersey by a Mr. Wright about seventeen
years ago. My father worked in Mr. James
Tarrent's Drug Store on the corner of Green
and Warren Streets.
I am living with Mrs. Jessups, and am
very anxious to hear from and visit my pa-
rents. Any information addressed to Mar-
garetta Ann Simpson, Paulsboro, Gloucester
Co., New Jersey will be thankfully received.
N.B. Ministers will please read in the
churches. July 13-4t.
Information Wanted.
Information wanted of my father Henry,
and my mother Dilsey Colwell; owned by
Thomas Wielt of Montgomery Co., Tenn.,
and sold to Richard Prinehard of Clarksville
Ten., also my brothers and sisters, Richard
and Robert Colwell. Maria, Mary, Harriet
and Lydia Colwell. Any information will be
thankfully received by Caroline Colwell, now
Mrs. Caroline Rilley.
Port Carbon, Schuylkill Co., Pa.
Oct. 14 - 2 ms.
Information Wanted.
Information wanted of my mother
Fannie Webb, who formerly lived at
or near Union Wharf, on the Rappa
hannock River Richmond County,
Va., about 27 or 28 years since.
She belonged to a Mr. Stoneham, and
afterwards to Edward Saunders, who
sold her to a trader by the name of
"Dan" from Richmond City, Va. and
from there she was sold South.
I was brought to Missouri by James
Newby and Saml Stoneham.
Any information of her or of her
children Fanny, Elisabeth or Alexan-
der will be thankfully received by her
son,
ADAM SISSON
St. Joseph, Missouri
P.S. I will pay $25 cash to any par-
ty who will give me information by
which I can find her.
Aug. 31-3 ms.
Information Wanted.
Information wanted of my mother,
Mrs. Mary Mash, formerly a resident
of Winchester, Va, belonging to
George Baker. When last heard of,
about five years ago, was in Oxford,
Tenn, I am one of five sisters.
Please address me at 630 Barclay
St., Philadelphia, Pa.
MARY JANE MASH,
Ministers please read in churches
Feb. 25-1m.
Information Wanted.
Information wanted of my mother, her
name is Maria Leece. She used to belong to
a widow name Mrs. Leece. My mother
was bought by one J.T. Mitchell in Virginia
about 22 years ago - I was too small to re-
member what place in Virginia. My name is
Drucilla Bryant, now living in Wilmington,
N.C. Any information of her will be thank-
fully received.
March 30-1m.
INFORMATION WANTED.
Information wanted of my parents, Joseph
and Julia Ann Silas, my brothers, George,
David and Wolbert Silas, and my sister Henrietta,
of Prince George County, Maryland.
I was owned by Luke Hutchins. The rest
of the family were owned by his mother,
Caroline Hutchins. Eliza Silas.
Information addressed to
George Graham.
South Orange St.
New Bedford. Mass
will be thankfully received.
Ministers in the States of Maryland and
Virginia, and the District of Columbia, will
be read the above in their congregations.
May 11 - 2t.
Information Wanted.
Information wanted of my sister
Rosanna. We parted in Richmond,
Va. thirty-five years ago. Learned
that she was carried to Alabama by
a man named Templeman. She is
now about 58 years old. My name
then was Anthony Terrill. Also, in-
formation wanted of Harriet Chap-
man, mother of Sidney Oliver. When
last heard from she was at Chap-
man's Mill, Monroe county, Ga., up-
ward of 40 years ago. Any informa-
tion address,
ANTHONY FLEMING,
Plaquemine, La.
Information Wanted.
INFORMATION wanted of my son Alex.
Long. At his birth I lived in Lexington.
Holmes Co. Miss., and did at that time belong
to Mr. Peary who lived in said City and
Co. I belonging to him went by the name
Ann Peary. The boy left here with Major
Lyons for Indianapolis, Ind., in the year
1865.
His age is about sixteen (16) years. To any
one finding him I will give $10. If you hear
anything of him
Address Ann Peary
Yazoo City Miss.
Please read in the Churches.
April 6-6t.
INFORMATION WANTED.
Information wanted of my son Allen Val-
entine. When I last heard from him he was
in Plymouth, Washington Co., N.C., and also
of my sister-in-law. Ellen Nickers, of the
same place. Any information will be thank-
fully received by Allen Valentine. Address
REV. JAMES UNDERDUE,
1829 Addison St. Philadelphia, Pa.
May 18-1t.
Information Wanted.
Information wanted of my son, Thomas
Lowry. He was sold to Virginia from
Frederick, Indiana, just before the war
by John Fessler. It was reported that
he had come North with a Union officer.
Any information, please address, Nancy
Lowry, care of Rev. Geo Lewis.
April 8 - 1m.
Information Wanted.
Information wanted of the following
relatives and friends, by Mrs. Mary Head-
ing, formerly Mary Booey, the widow of
John Booey. I wish to learn the where-
abouts of my brothers, Lancet and Simon
Johnson, who belonged to Mrs. Jane Ma-
gridder, whose grandson, Dr. Hughes lived
in Montgomery County, Md. We lived
near Millersville. When my husband
John Booey left he had two children, Rich
ard and Sarah. Sarah was married to To-
by Hall, and is now dead. William Booey,
a brother of John Booey belonged to Nat
Waters, and lived near the "Old Goshen
Church" "Bill Booey," his wife and
three children, were all living at last ac-
count.
The above are near and dear friends, of
whom I should be pleased to hear. I have
been twice married. Any information of
the above addressed as follows, will be
thankfully received:
Mrs. MARY HEADING,
Ocean Oyster House,
138 West First St.,
INFORMATION WANTED.
Information wanted of William Frazer,
the son of Betsy and Boney Frazer. They
had four daughters: Betsy Jane, Hannah
Frances, Georgiana, and Ellen. They lived
in Orange county, Virginia, near Culpepper
Court House. Any information of the said
William Frazer, will be gladly received by
his sister Ellen, in Toledo, Ohio.
Address Mrs. Ellen Gatrel, Toledo, Ohio,
in care of William Gatrel.
Information Wanted.
Joseph A. Riker, colored, son of Peter and Mary A. Riker, of this place, served in Harris Light Infantry in 1862 and 1863, and Co. B, Fifth regiment Massachusetts colored cavalry from January 6, 1864, to October 31, 1865. He served in the army of the Potomac until after the surrender of Lee, when his regiment was ordered to Clarksville, Texas, where he was honorably discharged October 31, 1865. After a brief visit to his widowed mother he settled in Kansas, in 1866. She had received no tidings from him whatever since 1868. Mrs. Riker is now 85 years of age and an applicant for dependent mothers' pension. Any information concerning him will be most gratefully received and will enable her to prove her claim and receive her pension. Kansas, Texas and south west papers generally are respectfully requested to copy the above. Address all letters to Mrs. Mary A. Riker, Hastings, Westchester county, New York.
INFORMATION WANTED.
Lucinda Copeland is desirous of learning
the whereabouts of James Copeland, her
son, who left Bowling Green Ky., during
the war. Any information, please address
LUCINDA COPELAND,
Aug. 27--3t. Bowling Green, Ky.
Information Wanted.
Mary Virginia Thornton wishes to find her
mother, Hannah Gatewood, her brother, Patrick
Thornton, and her sisters, Ester Washington,
Winna Thornton, and Sarah Ann Thornton,
who, about eight years ago, lived at Millbank,
King George county, Virginia, but who are
now supposed to be in Washington, D. C.
Address MARY VIRGINIA THORNTON,
Dover, N. H.
Information Wanted.
Mrs. Ann Rucker, colored, would be glad
to receive any information concerning the
fate or whereabouts of Mack Paine, her son,
who left her for years ago to work on the
Wills Valley Railroad, below Chattanooga.
About twelve months ago, he worked on the
Railroad at Tuscaloosa. Address,
MRS ANN RUCKER, colored,
Knoxville,
Information Wanted.
MRS. JANE GATES wants information of her two
daughters, PRULY and CLORA BRENATE.
When last heard from they were on Mr. James
Downe's plantation, on Deer Creek, Mississippi. Any
information left at this office will be thankfully re-
ceived by their mother. my 6 3t
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.
Information Wanted.
MRS. SUSAN PATTERSON wishes to find her
daughter LOUISA PATTERSON. She was
born on Mr. Jos. Ross' plantation, Attakapas, La.
Any information repcting (sic) her please address this
office. ap29
INFORMATION WANTED.
of a lost boy, by his parents, who left his
home, Cumberland, in June, 1889 and
has not been heard from since. This is
very painful to a loving mother. This
is my only son, who is four feet in height,
of a very fair complexion and straight,
brown hair. He is a very intelligent look
ing boy, with a pin hole at the front part
of each ear, and a scar on the left side of
his face near the ear, produced by a lance
Age 13 years and 2 months. A reward
of $10 will be paid for his recovery Ad-
dress, Edward Alexander, 114 Bedford
street, Cumberland, Md. His name is
John Cholly.
Information Wanted.
Of Charles Edwards, formerly of
Wytheville, belonged to and was raised
by Judge Fulton, Son of Adam and Sal-
lie Edwards Any information of the
above will be thankfully received by ad-
dressing, L.H. Cloyd, Lennox.
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,
Santa Cruz Co., Cal. oc30
Information Wanted.
Of ELIZA HARRIS, or Mrs.
[indiscernible] Natches, Mississippi. Any person
the present residence of either of
will please give information [indiscernible]
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No. [indiscernible]
Information Wanted.
Of James Curtis Moore, and Green
Moore, Sons of Green and Lauretta
Moore. When last heard from, about
the year 1857, was in San Francisco.
Their mother would be thankful to
receive any information concerning
them. Address to No. 2 East Court,
Griscom street, Philadelphia, Pa
LAURETTA Moore.
Ministers please read in churches.
Feb. 11, 71, 2 mo.
Information Wanted.
OF KISSY DONE, WHO LIVED AT COR-
inth. Miss., in 1862, but I learned she left
there in the fall of the same year for Memphis.
She is my mother, and I would be glad to hear
from her. I have a brother named Joseph Done,
and I also have an uncle somewhere in that
country. Any information respecting their
whereabouts will be thankfully received. Ad-
dress Colored Tennessean, Nashville, Tenn.,
Box 1150. LEVY DONE.
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INFORMATION WANTED.
Of my brother Robert, formerly belong-
ing to Mr. Lemuel Wren, of Memphis, Tenn.,
by whom he was sold to Mr. Thos. Cotton,
at Cottonwood Landing, on the Mississippi
river two hundred miles above Memphis.
Any information of him will be gladly re-
ceived by his brother. LEWIS CASH,
Sept. 10, 1870 Memphis, Tenn.
INFORMATION WANTED.
Of my mother, Tabitha Hubbard; sisters,
Ann Maria. Sarah Emily and Martha Jane;
brothers Thomas, Simpson, Daniel, Jeffer-
son and Walter, the youngest. My mother
was the wife of Perry Hubbard. Address,
W. T. HUBBARD,
Greenwich Cumberland Co., N.J.
INFORMATION WANTED.
Of my sister Adaline Spear, Rachael
Spear, and Mary Spear, formerly belonging
to James Thawley, and William Thawley of
Caroline county, near Greensboro, Mary-
land. My father's name was John Spear,
a Frenchman, and my mother's name was
Rebecca Spear. Address, WILLIAM PRICE,
Greenwich Cumberland Co., N.J.
Information Wanted.
Of Sarah A. [unclear]low, she used
to belong to old [unclear] Goodlow, who
gave her to his son Thomas, and he
sold her to some unknown person.
Billy Goodlow and his son Thomas
lived in Madison County, Ky., two
miles from Richmond. Any informa-
tion will be thankfully received by
her daughter Jane.
Please address Mr. W. A. Mays,
Barber Shop 160 Ind. Ave.,
Indianapolis, Ind.
sept. 23-6ms.
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 ELEVATOR will be
thankfully received.
(Freeman's Standard, Savannah, Ga.,
please copy one month, and charge to
ELEVATOR,
Information Wanted.
OF the whereabouts of Booker Farmer, Wm.
Farmer, Catharine Farmer, and Elizabeth
Farmer, children of Edmund Farmer,
a colored man who is now at Gallipolis, when
last heard from they were in the State of
Louisiana, near Alexandria.
Any information by which they can be
found will be gratefully received by their
parents, and may be left at this office.
Nov. 30, 1865.
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.
Information Wanted.
Postmaster Childs received a letter
this morning from Caroline Jackson
of Philadelphia asking for information
concerning the whereabouts
of a negro woman named Polly Anne
Green. The letter stated that she
came to this city during the slavery
days and belonged to the Holiday
family in Virginia.
Information Wanted.
ROBERT SCOTT wishes to find his wife, Mrs.
WINNY SCOTT from whom he was separated
on Bayou Robert, four miles back of Alexandra, La.
Any information please address this paper. my6
Information Wanted.
Samuel Togood of Anne Arnndel County,
Maland, who was owned by one Moses Lewis there,
would like to hear from his mother, Priscilla
Togood, and any of her relatives who are living.
Please write ;to Phillip Spencer, 252 West 18th
street, back basement, New York. je72t
Information Wanted.
Want to know the whereabouts of
my sister, Mrs. Sarah Fowlkes and
Martha Tissles. They have both
lived in Richmond for about 14
years. Information concerning them
will be gladly received by their
brother,
JOSEPH CHEATHAM.
1227 N. 26th St.
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Information Wanted.
WM. GARNET (COLORED), NO. 112 BOLIVAR
street, east of Erie, Cleveland, Ohio, wishes information
of his wife, Jane, and his children, Willis,
Abraham, and Jeney, formerly owned by Daniel Garrett,
of Manchester, Ky. Wm. Garnet has been separated
from his wife and children for fourteen years, and
will pay liberally for any information concerning them.
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INFORMATION WANTED.
Of my Son, John Jones, he was owned by Robt.
Pollard at King and Queen Court House Va. The
morning I came away his mistress locked him up
from me, and he got out of the window, [italics] and went
away with a Major of the Union Army, in
June 1864.
Any information of him will be thankfully re-
ceived by his mother.
EMELINE JONES. 78 Herman St.
Germantown, Pa.
Information Wanted.
Ministers of colored churches in Louisiana
and adjoining States are earnestly
requested to read the following to their
respective congregations:
The brothers and sisters (John, Peter,
Sarah and Kate) of Dorcas Richardson,
daughter of the late Moses and Eliza Richardson,
of Craven county, N. C., are anxious
to learn of her whereabouts. Dorcas was
sold at the age of 16 in Newbern, N. C.,
some few years prior to the late war, and
taken to New Orleans, La., by one Page, a
slave trader; since which time no tidings of
her have been received by her relatives.
Any information in the premises will be
gratefully received and appreciated.
Address SARAH OXLEY, Newbern, N. C.
INFORMATION WANTED.
A lost Brother. He left Mrs. Agess
Jones the year of emancipation three
miles from Pittsylvania Court House Va.
He formerly went by the name of
Bill Jones; his parent went by the
name of Augusta, and Sarah Jones,
and his brothers and sisters, names were
Nat, and Henry Jones, and his sisters
were named Margret Jones, Harriett,
Lucy and Letty. If any information
can be given, please address me in Can-
vill, Va.
MARGEETT JONES.
Care of Mrs. W. J. Crews.
t.f.
INFORMATION WANTED.
Adeline Bell wishes to find her sister,
Mary Ann Washington, formerly Mary Ann
Graham. When last heard from she was in
Ohio. Any information of her will be joy-
fully received. Address
ADELINE BELL,
No. 2 James' Court,
Boston, Mass.
Oct. 5--1t.
INFORMATION WANTED.
Alexander Gaines wishes to find his mo-
ther, Betsy Gaines, his sisters, Mary and
Fanny, and his brother, William Gaines.
They belonged to Robert Bland, and lived
with his daughter, Mrs. Thomas Savage.
Any information of their whereabouts will
be thankfully received by
ALEXANDER GAINES,
Pottsville, Pa.
P. S.--Ministers will please read this in
their churches.
INFORMATION WANTED.
Any one knowing of the whereabouts of Wm
Johnson, John Howard, Richard Howard or
Hester Howard; formerly owned by Perry Hays,
son of Samuel Hays, in Calhoun or Gilmour
County, Virginia. Any one knowing any thing
of the above named persons, will confer a favor
by addressing a letter to
ELIZABETH HARRISON,
Lima, Ohio.
INFORMATION WANTED.
Any one who may chance to know any thing
concerning the whereabouts of Henry Collins,
will please inform his brother, James Collins, who
is residing in Princeton, N. J. The said Henry
was formerly owned by Mrs. Sarah Harris, of
Queen Ann County, Md.
september 22--3t
INFORMATION WANTED.
Any one who may chance to know any-
thing concerning the whereabouts of Rose
Redmon and her two daughters, Eliza Ann
and Henrietta, John Harrison Bean would
like to find them. When I last heard from
them they were in Washington. If any per-
son or persons know anything of them, it
will be thankfully received. Please let it be
known to Rev. Jacob Mitchell. She belonged
to young Doctor Hardin of Merthing county,
one mile and a half from the Potomac River.
I left on the 1st of May.
Address John Harrison Bean, Medford,
Burlington county, New Jersey. In care
of Robert Davis.
May 25--4t.
INFORMATION WANTED.
Araminta Turner (formerly Clements),
from Mobile, Ala., is desirous of learning
the whereabouts of her husband, Alexander
Turner, known also as Alexander Thorpe.
Before the war he was taken to Texas by
his owner, Col. Thorpe. Since that time
she has not seen him. Her owner took
her to Winchester, Tennessee. Should Mr.
Armistead Saxon or any of the friends of
the above named see this, they will confer a
favor by addressing any information to
Mrs. ARAMINTA TURNER,
Care Christian Recorder,
Philadelphia, Pa.
N. B.--Ministers in Alabama, Texas or
Tennessee will please read this notice in
their churches.
June 12--1mo.
INFORMATION WANTED.
By Harriet Cregg, of her mother,
Juda Cager. Before the war she be-
longed to Dr. Wade, and lived in
Montgomery county, Va. Also of her
sisters, Mary, Nancy, Lucia and Jane,
and of her brother Henry. They all
lived in Virginia, and belonged to a man
named Wm. Gassent.
(3t.)
INFORMATION WANTED.
Can any one inform me of the whereabouts of
John Person; the son of Hannah Person, of
Alexandria, Va., who belonged to Alexander
Sancter. I have not seen him for ten years. I
was sold to Joseph Bruin, who took me to New
Orleans. My name was then Hannah Person,
it is now Hannah Cole. This is the only child
I have and I desire to find him much. Any in-
formation of his whereabouts can be directed to
HANNAH COLE,
No. --, Cedar st.,
New Bedford,
Massachusetts.
June 23--1m.
INFORMATION WANTED.
Can any one tell the whereabouts of Mrs. Eby
Allen, Moses or Alex Allen, who formerly lived
in Norfolk, Virginia? We have been seperated
for some forty years. Any information concern-
ing them will be thankfully received by me.
THOMAS ALLEN,
apr20--it Savannah, Georgia.
INFORMATION WANTED.
Can any person inform me of the whereabouts
of Henry Brummel? When last heard from he
was in Chilicothe, Ohio. Any information con-
cerning him will be thankfully received by the
inquiring party. Please address
ELIZABETH CHAVIS,
2t Milton, N. C.
INFORMATION WANTED.
Charlie Moore, of King William's County,
Virginia, wishes to know where his mother,
Elizabeth Moore, can be found. Address
MRS. MARY J. JAMES,
Leverington Post Office,
Philadelphia, Pa.
Jan. 16--1t.
INFORMATION WANTED.
I desire information concerning my mother,
Lucy Smith The last time I saw her was some
six years ago, at a little place about five miles
from Smithfield, North Carolina. My father's
name is Robert Whitley, and my sister's name is
Agnes Smith I shall be happy to receive any
information concerning the above named persons.
Please address
ARNOLD BURDEN,
Chester, Randolph County, Ills
January 22d, 1866.
INFORMATION WANTED.
I had two children sold from me about ten
years ago, by a man by the name of Pate, then
living with James Evans. My boy's name was
Monroe Early, and my daughter's name Mary
Early. Any information of their whereabouts
may be sent to the care of Rev. Wm. D. Hains,
pastor of 3d st. A. M. E. Church, Richmond,
Va. FRANCIS EARLY.
Mar. 17. 1 t.
INFORMATION WANTED.
I, Henry Brown was born in Versailles,
Woodford Co., Kentucky, (a slave) be-
longed to the Subletts family. My moth-
er's name was Rebecca, and my father's
Samuel Brown. (He was always free.) I
am the eldest of four children. Samuel
and David are the names of my two broth-
ers ; Anna is the name of my sister. My
mother and her family were moved to
Shelbyville, Shelby County, Ky., between
twenty and thirty years ago. At the ex-
piration of two years she was removed to
Jefferson County, near Louisville; having
with her David and Anna. It has been
twenty-three years since I have seen any
of them. If any person or persons can
give me any information of the where-
abouts of the above-named persons,
through the CHRISTIAN RECORDER, or by
letter, I will be under obligations to the
said person or persons.
I am, respectfully,
HENRY BROWN,
Lincoln, Nebraska, Box 36.
INFORMATION WANTED.
If John Isaac Grant, who when last heard from
was in the State of Mich., and from there dis-
patched to his sister Charlotte Grant at Wheeling,
W. Va., will address a dispatch or letter to Matil-
da Grant, his mother, at 230 Brier Place, Phila-
delphia Pa , he can speedily hear from her.
(1t.)
INFORMATION WANTED.
Information is wanted concerning Robert Cole
and Millie Doe. I have not heard from them for
three years. They were then in Danville, Va.
Any information regarding their whereabouts
will be thankfully received by
JORDON ANDERSON,
631 Pine Street, Philadelphia, Pa.
N. B.--Baptist ministers, please give this no-
tice publicity.
INFORMATION WANTED.
Information is wanted of Cayrel Robinson,
who left Liberty, Clay county, Missouri, about
four years ago to join the Union army at Wyan-
dotte, Kansas; and he has not been heard from
since. Any information of his whereabouts will
be thankfully received by his wife.
Mrs. FANNIE ROBINSON,
Care of P. C. Cooper,
Box 1129, Davenport, Iowa.
INFORMATION WANTED.
Information is wanted of Daniel A.
Watts, by his wife, Charlotte, L. Watts,
of New Bedford, Mass. Any informa-
tion may be addressed to her.
3t.
INFORMATION WANTED.
Information is wanted of Mrs. Nancy Massy.
She was born and raised in Gochland County,
Va. She was owned, about fifteen years ago, by
John Mickey. Her name before marriage was
Nancy Brown. Any one who can give any in-
formation in regard to her is requested to ad-
dress, Sergeant OLMSTED MASSY,
Co. B, 76th U. S. C. I.,
Via New Orleans, La.,
Who will thankfully receive it, never having
heard from her since he was sold, about fifteen
years ago.
INFORMATION WANTED.
Information is wanted of Mrs. Sally Wallace,
wife of Armstead Wallace, formerly of Brents-
ville, Prince William County, Va. Her former
name was Beekley. Also, of Kitty Williams,
wife of Wm. Wiliams, formerly of Dumfries, in
the same county and State, whose former name
was Beekly. Also, of their two brothers, Wm.
and John Beekly, all born in Virginia, with the
writer and sister, Angeline, who now lives in
Hannibal, Missouri. The writer visited and
left them in Virginia, about 17 years ago. The
war, however, has parted us.
Should this meet the eye of any one acquaint-
ed with either of the above persons, a lasting fa-
vor will be conferred by addressing
ELIZABETH ANN JACKSON,
Crawfordsville,
Indiana.
June 3--3t.
INFORMATION WANTED.
Information is wanted of my mother, Mar-
garet Jones,. She belonged to Benjamin
Lockhardt, of Berkely county, Va. Also my
brother, Benjamin Lockhardt. His wife's
name was Peggy. Also, Charles Ross, John
A. Ross, Israel Ross, my sister Lucy Wells,
married to James Wells. Also Harriet
Lisle, wife of William Lisle ; also Hester
Ross and Eliza Ross. Any information of
the above named persons will be thankfully
received. Please address Sandy Wilson,
No. 6 Poplar Court, running from Currant
Alley above Locust street, between 10th
and 11th streets.
August 17.--2t
INFORMATION WANTED.
Information is wanted of my two sons--
Jeremiah and William Rhodes. I left them
at Ellicott's Mills, Md. They "belonged"
to Caleb Dorsey. This was before the war.
Any information of their whereabouts will
be thankfully received by their aged mo-
ther, Catherine Rhodes, at No. 631 Pine St.,
Philadelphia, Pa.
N. B.--Ministers, please notice.
Sept. 14--1t.
INFORMATION WANTED.
Information is wanted of Silvey Lynch, wife
of Sandy Lynch, who was carried away from Ca-
rolina county, Virginia, by her "master," Wm.
Goodman, in 1862. Her maiden name is Silvey
Wilkins. She took with her three children. The
name of the eldest is Jane; the next eldest is
Henrietta, and the youngest is a boy named
Alexander.
When my wife was taken away, I was in the
army, performing the duties of a servant. My
wife was formerly claimed as the property of one
Nicholas Wilkins. She is of the Baptist persua-
sion. Any information concerning her where-
abouts will be thankfully received from any one
who will please to address a letter to
SANDY LYNCH,
Care of Rev. J. R. V. Thomas,
Box No. 90 Portsmouth, Virginia.
novemb 12--10w
INFORMATION WANTED.
Information wanted concerning one or all
of the following named persons to wit:
Cisly White, Oscur White, Emily Francis
White, and Lucy Anna White, children of
Jenny White, born in Boone County, Ky.--
the slaves of a man by the name of Stephens.
Mother and all the family sold to Ross, of
Georgetown, Ky., about 18 years ago. Soon-
after which, Cisly was sold to Miss or La
Oscar, of Memphis, Tenn. Emily Francis
to Marcus Broadwell, of Cythiana, Ky.,
and Lucy Ann in Shelbyville, N. Y.
The mother left Georgetown 13 years ago
with her Master George Keene, and came
to Lexington, Mo. She is now free and liv-
ing near Leavenworth, Kansas. A letter
addressed to Jenny Carter, (Carter is the
name of her second husband), in care of
John H. Morris will reach her.
April 27th, 1867--1t.
INFORMATION WANTED.
Information wanted of Catharine Massey,
of Clarke Co , Va , (mother's name was Su-
san.) She belonged to Dr. Wm. McGuire,
and was sold to traders twenty years ago.
Aggie Massey, sister to Catharine, Jacob
Massey, brother, Mortimer Jones, son of
Jerry Jones, of same place as above (mo-
ther's name, Mary J. Jones).
Address, MARSHALL WILLIAMS,
Carlisle, Pa.
Aug. 1--9t.
INFORMATION WANTED.
Information wanted of Charles
Phillips, son of George Phillips,
who left his home near Douglas,
Coffee county, Ga., January, 1894
Any information of him will be
rewarded by William T. Carnish,
Echo, N. C.
INFORMATION WANTED.
Information wanted of Charlotte Johnson and
Ellen Johnson, who formerly belonged to one
Samuel Harrington, who resided in a town called
Tobacco Stick, Maryland. They were sold out
of the State, in 1854. Any information of their
whereabouts will be gratefully received by their
brother, WINORY JOHNSON,
No. 14 Ceder St., New Bedford,
Massachusetts.
July 7--1m.
INFORMATION WANTED.
Information wanted of Dizah Ann Elizabeth
Possick and Mary Ann Carney, daughter of
Stephen and Patience Carney, Portsmouth, Va.
They were sold away in January 1860 by Archey
Hudgins. The former, when last heard of, was
in Concord, Louisiana. Information of the above
thankfully received by
STEPHEN DEANS,
P. O. Box 90, Portsmouth, Va.
Aug. 12-2t.
INFORMATION WANTED.
Information wanted of Elizabeth Parrett,
wife of Nelson Parrett, formerly of Thumblon
Court House, Va.
Should Rev. Daniel Paine see this he will
please address any information to
NELSON PARRETT,
Care Rev. Jacob M. Mitchell,
513 Lombard st., Philadelphia, Pa.
April 20--4t.
Information Wanted.
Information wanted of George Jimerson, or George
Houston of Red Hill Henry Co, Va. His mother
went to Liberia and left him with his grandmother.
He has uncles named Sam and George Houston. In-
formation will be thankfully received by his sister,
Frances Johnson 238 Van Buren St. Camden N. J.
N B Southern ministers please read from pulpit.
INFORMATION WANTED.
Information wanted of Isaac Hicks and
his sons Carter, Sam, and Jack ; also his
daughters Harriet, Eliza, Hattie ; they for-
merly belonged to the children of Billy
Hicks. They were brought up between
Berlin and Danburg, Herkimer co., Tenn.,
and moved from there to Tipper co., Miss.,
and were there when the war broke out.
Any information of them will be thankfully
received by their brother,
Daniel W. Hicks.
932 Indiana Avenue, Chicago, Ill.
Ministers South please read in church.
March 23d--2t.
INFORMATION WANTED.
Information wanted of Jack Atkinson and
Bob Applewhite. When last heard from
they were in Wayne County, North Caro-
line. Any information of their whereabouts
will be thankfully received by their wives,
PRUDENCE CARROL and
PHILLIS CARROL.
Centreville, New Jersey.
N. B.--Ministers in the South will please
read this notice to their congregations.
June 22d--1t.
INFORMATION WANTED.
Information wanted of John and Lavinia
Teamer, or Teamoh, who were sold in 1853,
from Richmond, Va., by one John Lindsay,
formerly of Fortress Monroe, Va. John
was nine years old, and Lavinia eight, at
the time of the sale. Their mother Sarah,
was sold by the same party to Rosinfield, of
Richmond. Va. It was thought they were
sold to Texas. Ministers of the Christian
Church will please inquire, as any informa-
tion of the parties, will be thankfully re-
ceived by their father.
GEO. TEAMOH.
Portsmouth, Va., P. O. Box 152. [italics]
INFORMATION WANTED.
Information wanted of Jonas A.
Jackson. His father's name is Jo-
nas A. Jackson, and his mother's
name is Winnie Jackson. All for-
merly belonged to James A. Gains,
of Scott co, Ky. Any information
of his whereabouts will be gladly
received by his brother, Noah H.
Jackson, 68 Correl st., Lexington,
Ky.
INFORMATION WANTED.
Information wanted of Martha A. H.
Stewart, of Louisville. Was sold by
Allen Willits, who lived on Harriet's
Creek in 1856 or '7, to Fred. Heinz, of
Napoleon, Ark Willits afterwards re-
moved to Louisville. He had children
named Richard, James and John Wil-
lits, also a daughter named Cornelia.
The mother of Martha Stewart was
named Kittie ; she had three other
daughters, named Eliza, Tilda and
Jane, also a boy named John. Martha
was burnt and scarred badly.
Any information will be sent to Mrs.
M. A. Heinz, care of Rev. John T.
Jennifer.
(May 27--2m)
INFORMATION WANTED.
Information wanted of Mary Buckner, who
formerly belonged to Mary Morrison, in Cul-
pepper County, Va., also of Daniel, Reuben
and George Buckner, formerly belonging to
John Miller. Any information will be very
thankfully received by
ROBERT BUCKNER,
Post Office Box 317, Logansport,
Indiana.
Feb. 2--3t.
Information Wanted.
Information wanted of Mary Eliza Stre-
beck and Emily Blacklidge, daughters of
Suckey Blacklidge and grand-daughters of
Mary McGlynn. They were born in New-
bern, N.C. When last heard from, Mary
Eliza was taken from Newbern by a Mr.
Morris (baker), and sold to Alfred Hatch
in Mobile, Ala. Emily Blacklidge when
last heard from belonged to Sally Pierce in
Newbern, N.C., and was sold to Blunt
Coleman, or Nathan Blunt.
Any person knowing of their where-
abouts, will confer a great favor by inform-
ing their mother,
Mrs. MARY JANE BELL,
29 Monroe Ave., Rochester, N. Y.
Jan. 16-1m.
INFORMATION WANTED.
Information wanted of Mary Jane Page
Scott, a daughter of Rachel Scott, and sister
of John R. Scott, and James E. Scott.
The family was parted at Edgefield Court
House, South Carolina. Mary Jane Page
Scott was sold to Shepherd Spencer, who
took her to Neshoba County, Miss.
Her mother at that time was with Gov.
M. L. Boham.
Any information will be thankfully re-
ceived by JOHN R SCOTT,
Jacksonville, Fla.
June 22, 1867--t.
INFORMATION WANTED.
Information wanted of my brother Daniel Nel-
son. The last time I saw him, he was in Nelson,
Prince George County, Md., in 1861.
Any information of his whereabouts will be
thankfully received by his brother,
FRANK NELSON,
420 South 7th Street,
Philadelphia, Pa.
INFORMATION WANTED.
Information wanted of my brother, James
Thomas, of North Carolina, formerly of
Washington, D. C. In the year 1863, I left
him in Newbern, North Carolina, working
in the service of the Government. Also of
James Dement, whom I left in Washington,
D. C. Any information concerning these
persons will be thankfully received. Ad-
dress DANIEL McCULLOH,
255 Currant Alley, Phila.
N. B.--Ministers in Newbern and else-
where will please read this notice to their
congregations.
Nov. 2--4t.
INFORMATION WANTED.
Information wanted of my daughter, Ju-
lia Cranly. I last heard from her about five
years ago. She belonged to Wm. Black-
well, in Northumberland County, Va. She
is the mother of three children, Charlotte,
Louisa, and Benjamin Cranly. Her niece
Caroline Anderson Julia Cranly was sold
from Richmond, Va., and was taken to
South Carolina.
Any information of her whereabouts will
be thankfully received by her mother,
LUCY LEE,
Back of 809 Orchard Street.
N. B.--Ministers in the South will please
read in their congregations.
June 22d--1t.
INFORMATION WANTED.
Information wanted of my father, mother,
brothers and sisters. My father's name is
Horace and my mother's Sarah Jones, for-
merly of Charlottesville, Va., and belonged to
Charles Huxstep, about 16 years ago. My
brothers were named David and Samuel,
and my two sisters, Lucy and Harriet Jones.
Also my half brothers, William, Robert and
John Anderson, who were of the same place.
Also Rachel and Isabella Anderson. Any
information of the whereabouts of any of
my relatives will be thankfully received by
THOMAS LEWIS,
(Formerly Thomas Jones,)
Norristown, Pa.
Nov. 9--4t.
INFORMATION WANTED.
Information wanted of my husband, John
Grant, formerly of South Carolina, who went
off with the 37th Ohio Regiment nearly two
years ago. Any information of his where-
abouts will be thankfully received by his
wife, JULIA GRANT,
Wilmington, N. C.
Care of Pastor of A. M. E. Church.
INFORMATION WANTED.
Information wanted of my mother and
brother. When I last saw my mother, her
name was Eadeia Cox. My brother's name
was Bose Cummins. When I last heard
from them they were near Holly Springs,
Mississippi. Any person knowing their
whereabouts will please address
MRS. MARTHA HADEN
Care of Larkin Kindrid.
Decatur, Illinois.
Feb. 2--1m.
INFORMATION WANTED.
Information wanted of my mother and sister
My mother's name was Sia Butler, and my sis
ters name was Louisa Butler. I last heard from
them in 1862. They were then in Serl County,
Virginia.
Any information concerning them will be
thankfully received by
CLOLA BUTLER,
729 Lisle Street,
Phila., Pa.
P. S. -- Ministers please read in the churches.
Sept. 16--1t.
INFORMATION WANTED.
Information wanted of my mother, Cord-
ney Whyders. I last seen her in Elizabeth
City, N. C., in 1863. Any information of her
whereabouts will be thankfully received by
her daughter, Joanna Whyders, at 631 Pine
street, Philadelphia, Pa.
N. B. Ministers please read in your con-
gregations.
INFORMATION WANTED.
Information wanted of my mother, Debo-
rah Brown, of Chestertown, Kent Co., Md.
She was a slave of Daniel Collins, but
escaped from him in 1854. Five years ago
I heard she was in Canada. Any inforrma-
tion of her whereabouts will be thankfully
received. Address
SARAH ELIZABETH BROOKS,
Chester, Pa.
June 12--1t.
INFORMATION WANTED.
Information wanted of my mother, Harriet
Jones. When last heard of she was in Madison,
Florida, living with Oscar Jones, her master; and
also of my brothers, Squire and Joe, and my sis-
ter Edwina. I was sold by Cy. Robertson to
Lewis Schofield, of Atlanta, Ga. Any informa-
tion will be respectfully received by
WILLIE SCHOFIELD,
Care of Mrs. Rachel Shorter,
Newark, Ohio.
Ministers in the South will please read this
notice to their congregations.
Dec. 15--2m.
INFORMATION WANTED.
Information wanted of my mother, Plea-
sant Mecalter. She belonged to Joe Buck,
and was sold to Louisiana. She had one son,
named Robert Sutten. My brother, John
Sutten, belonged to Jeremiah Sutten, and
was sold to Plymouth.
Any information of the above persons will
be thankfully received by
ROBERT SUTTEN,
Newbern, N. C.
April 6--1t.
INFORMATION WANTED.
Information wanted of my mother, whose
name was Hannah, and of my brother, whose
name was Levy. They formerly belonged
to a man by the name of Charles Morehead,
in Springfield, Missouri. When last heard
from, she and my brother belonged to a Mr.
Bingo. Myself and brother Levy were sold
when I was eight years old, to the South, by
Mr. Charles Morehead.
Any information will be thankfully re-
ceived by LUCINDA JOHNSON,
(Care of Rev. R. H. Cain.)
Charleston, S. C.
July 20--3t.
INFORMATION WANTED.
Information wanted of my son Charles
Sumers, who left home last April, and we
have not heard from him since. Any infor-
mation of his whereabouts, will be thank-
fully received by his father and mother, Ar-
nold and Maria Sumers. His employment
was a hotel waiter. We have written two
letters, and both of them were returned.
Direct to post-office in Hagerstown, Md.,
in care of REV. J. NICHOLSON.
INFORMATION WANTED.
Information wanted of my son, Henry
Stevenson, who was taken away from Gun-
dy Moore, Hardin County, Tenn., in Gen.
Dodge's Brigade, Col. Corwin's Division.
He once belonged to Buford Bohannan,
Wood Co., Ky. His father's name was Ed-
ward Stevenson. Any information in regard
to him will be thankfully received by his
mother. Please address
Rev. H. J. YOUNG,
Pastor of Quinn Chapel,
Louisville, Ky.
INFORMATION WANTED.
Information wanted of my two children, Wil-
liam Henry Thompson and Elizabeth Thompson,
who belonged to Fleming Griffin, of Richmond,
Va. I left Richmond in 1847. William was
then eight years old, and Elizabeth, five. My
name was then Charlotte Thompson. I was the
wife of Charles Thompson. My name is now
Charlotte Parker. Information to be sent to
CHARLOTTE PARKER,
No. 50 Coat Street, New Bedford,
Massachusetts
July 7--2m.
INFORMATION WANTED.
Information wanted of my two daugh-
ters, Julia Jane and Sallie Ann, and my
mother Millie. They all belonged to
Robert Graham and his children. Be-
fore the war they lived in McGrundy
county, Missouri.
Any information should be directed
to their mother.
MARY ANN JOHNSON,
No. 327 Cedar Street,
Milwaukie, Wis.
INFORMATION WANTED.
Information wanted of my wife, Mary Guil-
ford, and my children Elam and Alice Guildford.
Any information concerning their whereabouts
will be thankfully received by a husband and
father. WILLIS GUILFORD,
314 South Sixth Street,
Philadelphia.
Ministers, please read in your congregations!
INFORMATION WANTED.
Information wanted of one Benjamin M. Bond,
a son of John Bond. When last heard from,
he was in Boston, engaged in the ink business.
Information of his whereabouts will be grateful-
ly received by his parents,
JOHN & ELIZABETH BOND,
Burlington, Harford County,
Maryland.
July 7--3t.
INFORMATION WANTED.
Information wanted of Susan Prior,
daughter of Mary Ann, wife of Edmond
Prior, belonging to Dr. Smith of Gloucester.
Susan Prior belonged to Wm. Rogers. She
is anxious to hear of her father and mother,
also Amanda, who was taken from Glouces-
ter Court House to Williamsburg, and John,
who was sold from Wm. Smart.
I am at present living at Niles, Berrien
Co., Michigan, and my name is
SUSAN SIMONS.
March 30th--1t.
INFORMATION WANTED.
Information wanted of the where-
abouts of Larkin Miller, son of
Dora Miller of New Hope A. M.
E. Church, Rolling Fork, Miss-
When last heard of he lived at
Bairds, Miss. Any information
will be thankfully received.
G. W. Porter.
INFORMATION WANTED.
Information wanted of the whereabouts
of Miss Drusa (Drusilla) Nupper, (colored.)
who, before the war, was living with, and
belonged to Mrs. Margaret A. Crawford, of
Stanton, Va. Her father's name is Robert
R. Nupper, and her mother's name Matilda.
Letters should be directed to
RICKLEY & BRO , Bankers,
Columbus, Ohio
Nov. 9--1mo.
INFORMATION WANTED.
Information wanted of the whereabouts of Jo-
seph Carter. When last heard from, in 1860,
he was residing with a man by the name of
Dent Moor, near Greensborough, Jackson, Coun-
ty, Tennessee. Joseph was bound to Moor. --
He is a bright mulatto, about twenty-three years
of age. His mother's name is Charlotte Carter.
Any information of him will be thankfully re-
ceived and liberally rewarded. I am his sister,
Jane Carter. I live in Monmouth, Warren Co.,
Illinois.
Direct all information to
JANE MORRIS,
Monmouth, Illinois.
Sept. 15--1t
INFORMATION WANTED.
Information wanted of the whereabouts of my
husband, Richard Jones, and my two sons, John
and Thomas. We were separated in the woods,
near a place called Alleywhite, in November,
1862. I was carried back to Suffolk by the
Union troops I have heard nothing from them
since.
We were owned by Birvin Jones, of Smith-
field, Suffolk County, Virginia. I am the grand
daughter of old Tom Peet Wilson. I am much
in want at this time. Ministers will please read
this notice this in the churches.
MATILDA JONES.
Direct to ANTHONY BOWEN,
Agent Christian Recorder,
No. 85 E St., betw'n 9th & 10th (Island,)
Washington, D. C.
Sept. 22--1t.
INFORMATION WANTED.
Information wanted of Thomas Scott, for-
merly of Kent county, Eastern Shore, Mary-
land. He formerly belonged to Joseph Rea-
son. Any information of the said Thomas
Scott, will be thankfully received by his son
James Scott. Please address, James Scott,
care of Mr. David Reeves, Phoenixville, Ches-
ter county, Pennsylvania.
Mar 30-1t
INFORMATION WANTED.
Information wanted, by Samuel Matthews, of
his mother, Sally Matthews, formerly claimed as
the property of Miss Susan Manson, in Lunen-
burgh Co. Va. Please address,
MR. EDWARD S WHELEN,
1520 Walnut St , Philadelphia.
December 20 3t
Information Wanted.
Information Wanted, of my mother Mrs.
Mary Ann Simpson. If my uncle Mr. William
Tillman of Providence R I., or my aunt Sarah
Elizabeth Ricketts of New York, or other
persons know of her Address they will
please send information to Miss. Maggie
A Simpson No. 317 Griscom Street.
Philadelphia, Pa.
INFORMATION WANTED.
Jane Parker, wife of Robert Parker, would
like to hear of her son, Isaac Adams. When
last heard from, he was in St. Louis, acting as a
substitute in the army. His mother is at present
residing in Idaho, Col. Ter.
INFORMATION WANTED.
John Walker, a servant of Dr. E. M. Pat-
terson, in 1850, wishes to know the where-
abouts of his wife Peggie, and his three
sons William, Samuel, and Miles, who were
also slaves of Dr. E. M. Patterson, of Nash-
ville, Tennessee. Dr. Patterson lived at a
place called Flat Rock, about three miles
from Nashville. And also the whereabouts
of my last wife, Cornelia, who was a slave of
Lee Short, a negro trader, in Nashville,
Tenn. Any information of the above per-
sons will be gladly received by John Walk-
er. Minsters in charge will please read
this to their congrgations. Address letters
to JOHN WALKER,
No. 114 P St., betw'm 4th and 5th Sts ,
Sacramento, Cal.
Feb. 27--1mo.
INFORMATION WANTED.
Kansas Lee wishes to learn the whereabouts
of her children, four girls and one boy, who were,
when last heard from, living in Baltimore, Md.
Their names are as follows : Annie, Selia, Sarah,
Elizabeth, and Adam Lee. My children were
owned by the mother of Benjamin Keene.
Address KANSAS LEE,
Box 507, St. Joseph, Mo.
N. B. --Ministers South, who take this paper,
will please read the above in their congrega-
tions.
Aug. 25--1m.
INFORMATION WANTED.
Lewis Wade wishes to learn the whereabouts
of his wife, Lucy, and three children, named re-
spectively, Benjamin, Harriet and Charlotte.
He left them in 1850, they then being in Rock-
bridge county, Virginia He belonged to Wm.
Thompson, while his wife and children belonged
to James Watts. Any information respecting
them will be thankfully received by the subscriber
at Chatham, Canada West--and Heaven will
bless the hand that guides the wanderers home
Chatham, Canada West.
july 12-1t
INFORMATION WANTED.
Mrs. Henry Owens is very desirous to
learn the whereabouts of her son, George
Owens, formerly of Milton, N. C., any per-
son giving said information will confer great
favor on his afflicted mother,
MARTISHIA OWENS,
Milton, N. C.
June 8, '67--1t.
INFORMATION WANTED.
My brother, Abner Lightfoot, formerly of
Henrietta co., Va , and also Emanuel Lightfoot,
belonging to John Fisher:--any information of
them can be sent to me in the care of James
Homes, North 8th st., Richmond, Va.
March 17, 1 t. SELINA HARRIS.
Information Wanted.
Of Eli Janes, who lived near Charles-
town, Va., with a family by the name of
Gunnel. At the death of the widow Gun-
nel, Eli, with seventy-four others, were
set free, and moved to the State of Penn-
sylvania. (Long before the war.)
Eli had a wife whose name was Dina,
and three daughters--Rachel, Lucy, and
Mary Jane.
Any information of the above-named
persons will be thankfully recoived by
RACHEL NARRID,
(formerly Rachel Janes)
Denver City, Colorado Territory.
june4 3m.
INFORMATION WANTED.
Of Miss Cynthia Johnson. When we last
heard from her she was in Mount Seler, Lewis
county, Missouri. Any information concerning
her will be thankfully received by her friend.
Address, CAP. HENDERSON,
In care of Rev. J. Mitchem,
Galesburgh, Ill.
INFORMATION WANTED.
Of my children, Carroll and Henry Jeffer-
son Nicholson. They were hired out in Ar-
kansas by the Freedmen's Bureau in 1866.
Of Abraham, Aggie and Rachel Ann
Nicholson. Aggie went to Murfreesboro,
Tenn., ten years ago.
Address their mother,
JULIA ANN NICHOLSON,
Care Rev. J. W. Early, St. Paul's A. M. E.
Chapel, Nashville, Tenn.
Ministers will please read the above in
their churches.
INFORMATION WANTED.
Of my five children, Mary, Daniel, William,
Turner and Annie Cooper. They belonged to
Andrew J. Clark and John W. Baker, who, be-
fore the first battle of Bull Run, moved them
from Fauquier Co., Va., to Mississippi, the morn-
ing after I left them. Any person knowing of
their whereabouts, will be paid for the trouble
of informing me. Direct in care of Rev. H. Ba-
ker, Harrisburg, Dauphin Co. Pa.
Will our ministers of Mississippi please inform
their congregations of this notice?
INFORMATION WANTED.
Of my mother and sister. When last I saw
my mother, Mrs. Silvy Curry, it was at Sanders-
ville, Georgia ; and my sister Patience Miller, at
Hancock Co., Lanton, Ga. Any information will
be thankfully received by Eveline Jones, No.
619 Pine St., Philada, Pa.
INFORMATION WANTED.
Of my mother Ann Eliza Mukes now re-
siding in Boston, Mass. I am desirous of
receiving her address. Any information
addressed to me at 268 Ninth street, corner
of Spruce street, Philadelphia, will be thank-
fully received.
COURTNEY ANN MUKES.
Ministers will please read this in their
churches. aprll 2t
INFORMATION WANTED.
Of my mother PHOEBE ANN, who was once
the slave of Widow Spencer who lived about 10
miles from Weston, Mo. She was sold to Mr.
Zanes, and then to Mr. Taylor. I have not heard
from her for more than nineteen years.
Address, her daughter,
LYDIA ANN SPINNER,
care Rev. T. Whtilock, Box 37, Weston, Mo.
Ministers will please read the above in their
churches
INFORMATION WANTED.
Of my sister Nancy. She was last in
Florence, Alabama. She belonged to a man
by the name of Lewis Marks, and when he
died she became the property of some of his
children. Also of my brother Clemen. I
should like to hear also of my sister Han-
nah, from whom I was separated some 45
years ago, at Petersburg, Va. Address
GIBSON TURNER,
Galesburg, Ill.
INFORMATION WANTED.
Of Polly Rush, Joseph Price and David
Pleasant, formerly of Richmond.
Also of Henry B. Mason, Henry Eelbeck,
and Henry Clayburn, of Petersburg, Va.
Any news from either of the parties above
mentioned, or from parties acquainted with
their whereabouts will be thankfully receiv-
ed the subscriber.
ANDREW PLEASANT,
Quincy, Illinois.
January 18, 1868.--3t.
INFORMATION WANTED.
Phoebe Ann Jackson, formerly Phoebe Nichols
is desirous of informing her brother, Thomas G.
Nichols, of Galveston, Texas, of her location in
Richmond, Va.
Her proper name was Nichols. She was call-
ed Robertson, her eldest brother being known by that name.
In the family, beside father and mother, there
were twelve brothers and three sisters. Nancy
and Peter Robertson were sold to New Orleans.
Brother Samuel went to Georgia. Mother could
only learn that Francis and Thomas were on the
same boat. Mother and father have since died,
as also our step-father, whose name was Africa
Hanes. Address,
PHOEBE ANN JACKSON,
1015 Marshall street, corner 11th,
Aug. 12-2t. Richmond, Va.
INFORMATION WANTED.
The following information is wanted of
my three brothers:
Thomas, Theodore and Dennis Williams.
When last heard from they were in Wash-
ington city, D. C. Any information of their
whereabouts will be gladly received by a
dear sister and brother-in-law, as I want
them to come to Chicago, Ill. My name
now is Rachel Ann Martienas, and George
Martienas.
Address, care of Rev. Wm. C. Trevan. 4th
Avenne, No. 7, Chicago, Ill.
March 23--tf.
INFORMATION WANTED.
The subscriber, being anxious to learn the
present residence of his parents, James Crutch-
ville and Delphy, his wife, and their children,
George Washington, Francis Marion, John Wes-
ley, Judge Haywood, and Thornton Pitts Crutch-
ville, and Anna Perryman,--should this meet
their eyes, they will please write to me at Mon-
mouth, Warren County, Illinois. The above
named James Crutchville and wife, were former-
ly the slaves of James Beaumont, of Clarksville,
Tennessee. DAVID CRUTCHVILLE.
Oct. 6--1mo.
INFORMATION WANTED.
Willis Fant, raised in Galliten County, Ken-
tucky, wishes information from his brother and
sister, Washington and Mary Fant. At the time
I left, about twenty-five years ago, they belonged
to W. B. Fant. Information wanted also of
James and Robert Smith, who, at that time, be-
longed to Wat Civil. Address,
WILLIS FANT,
Newbury Post Office,
Canada West.
Oct 6--1t.
Information Wanted.
___________________
Information wanted of the whereabouts
of Sarah Jane and Ellen Hackett
whose father's and mother's names were
James and Rachael Hackett. The above
named were sold from their parents before the war.
They lived on the blackstone
farm, two miles from Sassafrasent
county, Maryland. Any information of
the above named will be thankfully received
by their brother.
EDWARD C. HACKETT,
1542 S. Dean Street.
2t. 8-19. Philadelphia, Pa.
____________________
INFORMATION WANTED.
A brother of Anderson Jones, born and
raised in Marshall county, Miss., last
heard of at St. Charles on White river. He
was a brother of five sisters and had one
brother, Ben. Any information addressed
to Ben Jones (col.), Little Rock, Ark.,
will be appreciated.
Information Wanted.
A colored man commonly called
Harry Bowen, escaped from his mas-
ter [master], Jerry Wayland, near St. Fran-
cisville [St. Francisville] Mo., about New Years night
1859.
It is supposed that he went to
Chicago, and from there to Canada,
but has not been heard from since
his escape, notwithstanding the
three hundred dollars in specie offer-
ed [offered] to the man hunters to capture
him. He was a large good looking
light colored man, and cost Wayland
$1,000 in Gold. His brother Charles
Owens is an industrious man living
near this city, and is anxious to hear
from him, and if this notice should
fall under his observation, or any one
having knowledge of his where-
abouts [whereabouts], they will confer a great favor
by addressing as above, Ottumwa,
Iowa.
Exchanges please copy.
INFORMATION WANTED.
A gentleman writing from Harrodsburg,
Pennsylvania, asks the whereabouts of an old
family servant. a colored woman. named Tilly
Green, who used to live on Philip street, be-
tween St. Denis and St. Patrick streets.
Information Wanted.
Ann Eliza, daughter of Dollie and Jack Hicks sold from Richmond, Va., when nine years old, desires to know the whereabouts of her relatives, if any are living. She now lives NASHVILLE, TENN. and her marraige name is MARBLY. Address, Care Bethel A. M. E. Chapel, NASHVILLE, Tenn.
Information Wanted.
ANY INFORMATION of DICK POWEL, will be
thankfully received by his wife BETSY POWEL,
No. 309 First street, or at this office. When last
heard of was in Vicksburg; left New Orleans about
three years ago. my 6 1t
INFORMATION WANTED.
Any information of the whereabouts of my
wife, TECY RAND, will be very thankfully receiv-
ed [received], she formerly belonged to Dr. Banks, of Wake
county, N.C., and was sold to Fabius Rand, in
Clefton, Wilcox county, Alabama, about eleven
or twelve years ago.
NAZERY HINTON.
Address Editor Weekly Republican,
Raleigh, N.C.
sept. 24--tf.
Information Wanted.
Any one furnishing information where a
comrade of Co. "E" 26th Regiment of U.S. Col. Vol.
Infantry, and who knew William Fox of Kentucky
can be found will receive reward by
addressing Mrs. Henrietta Wilson, 1215 East
Forest avenue. Maysville, Ky.
Information Wanted.
Any one knowing the whereabouts of one Ellis Dennis Kemp formerly of Atlanta, Ga., and when last heard of was in Cincinnati will confer a great favor by informing his sister Mrs. Elizabeth Pettiford, 111 S Lincoln street, Chicago, Ill.
Information Wanted.
Any white person or ex-slave that lived
on the plantation of the late David Roach
on Wolf Lake, Yazoo county, during the
war, will confer a favor by sending their
names and post-office address to either the
Herald Office, Yazoo City, or to
MRS. SUE JONES,
mh2-4t Thayer, Missouri.
INFORMATION WANTED.
Anyone who can give any information
in regard to the whereabouts of
Mr. Edward Pool, who is, or was, chef
on one of the railroads running out
of St. Paul or Minneapolis. His mother
is dead, and his aunt, Mrs. G. A. Neal,
2623 Lawton Ave., St. Louis, Mo.,
wishes to find him in order to settle
up some property.
Anyone who can give any information
will confer a great favor by doing
so. Address as above.
Information Wanted.
BOSLEY DAVIS wishes to find his wife, Mrs.
MARGARET DAVIS, or ROBERTSON, who
formerly lived in Wilkerson county, Mississippi.
Any information respecting her, please address this
paper. my6 1t
Information Wanted.
BY Bazil and Celestia Butler, two colored people
who wish to know the whereabouts of two boys,
Thomas, 12 years old, and Arthur, 10 years old,
when they were brought from Virginia, 20 years
tago, and sold by a Mr. Barton to Bill Easly, be-
tween [between] Mobile and Montgomery. Direct to the
re of J. H. P., Cross Keys, Ala. nov311&w
Information Wanted.
By Martha Brandsford, of Lynch-
burg [Lynchburg], Virginia, of her sisters, Char-
lotte [Charlotte] Tarry, Mary Ann Tarry, Fanny
Brandsford, and Amelia Hudson.
Address Rev. A. Ross, pastor Wes-
ley [Wesley] Chapel, New Orleans.
INFORMATION WANTED.
by Miss Ann White of her Nephew, JAMES COOP-
ER JOHNSON, (cooper on the steamer "Juniata')
supposed to be living in New Orleans, La.
Any information of his present location, ad-
dre sed to his Aunt, Miss Ann White 1218 Fitz-
water Street, Philadelphia, Pa. will be thankful-
ly received.
Information Wanted.
BY MRS DORCAS BURK, of her two sons,
SOLOMAN and RICHARD BURK, and her
daughter, JANE BELL BURK. When last heard
from they were all living on the plantation of Mr.
Charles Stewart, Arkansas, near Columbia. They
were all born in Virginia, in Fairfax county. Any in-
formation of them will be thankfully received by
their mother, at this office, or at her residence, No.
138 Melpomene street. my13 1t
INFORMATION WANTED.
Canton, Ind. Oct. 19, 1867
John Granston and Albert Thurston Robin-
son, aged respectively 16
and 13 years, were sent from Missouri to
Kentucky in the year 1863, Andrew Robin-
son, of Clay County, Missouri, was the own-
er of the boy's father, Cayed Robinson,
whose wife, Frances was owned by Whiten
Drew, of the same County and State, and af-
ter his death fell to his son, Dalphin Drew,
who, in 1860, sold her to a man by the name
of Pitcher, the former owner of her mother.
This man formerly lived in Platt city, Platt
County, Missouri. Albert, the youngest boy,
was brought to Kentucky in August, 1863,
by Dalphin Drew's wife as nurse for her
babe. John, the elder boy, and his sister,
Mary Eliza, with several others, were sent
there a few months later, to the care of
Washington Gordon, Logan County, Ken-
tucky. From thence they came here a few
months since, intending to get back to Mis-
souri as soon as possible; but the parents
may be elsewhere now. A kind, elderly col-
ored man, by the name of Peter Garland,
has voluntarily taken charge of them, and
placed them in comfortable, but transient
homes, but they wish very much to be united
to their relatives. SUSAN TRUEBLOOD.
P.S.-- If any one should wish further in-
formation, they can write to me, and I will
give it, if possible. My address is Canton,
Washington Co., Indiana.
Nov. 2--1t.
INFORMATION WANTED.
CHANY DeWITT, an old colored woman, formerly
the property of Col. DeWitt, of Eufala, Ala.,
desires information as to the whereabouts of her children
Nelson, Robert, Priscilla, Hester, Lizzie and Sallie. She
left them at Eufala in 1856. She desires one of them
to come after her should this come to their notice, and
will be thankful for any information of them addressed
to her at Shreveport, La. [1td&w*
Information Wanted.
CHARLES MACPIKE, purchased by Benjamin
Gray, of Pike County, Missouri, and
sold by him when about twenty years of age, to
Hockens, a Slave-trader, now christened Charles
Fisher, is at present living in Canada West.
The said Charles Fisher would be thankful to
receive any information concerning Maria
Macpike, of Bowling Green, and William
Mountjon of Ramsey Creek, Clarkesville, in
Pike County, Missouri, United States; also of
William, Mary, Sarah, and Martha Mackpike,
of the same County, on the estate of Widow
Cothrine, and of John, his next brother, purchased
by Samuel Lighter of Pike County, and
sold by Lighter to James Patterson, in the County
of Lincoln.
Any information concerning the above persons
directed to "Thomas Smallwood, York Street,
Toronto, Canada West," will be thankfully received
by
CHARLES FISHER.
Toronto, March 3rd, 1855. 1-6w.
Information Wanted.
Charles Scott (colored), from Humboldt, who
reached the city Saturday, wishes information of
his wife, Melinda Scott, and his daughter, Nancy
Scott, who came to the city on the 7th of August
last. He can be found at this office, No. 14
Union street, this evening, from five to six
o’clock, or from eight to ten o’clock to-morrow
morning. Any one who knows the whereabouts
of Mrs. Scott and her daughter, will do a great
kindness by forwarding information to this office.
Information Wanted.
Charlotte Brock wishes to hear from her son Alonzo ; was taken from her, about 1859, to Memphis, Tenn.; lived there with a family named Morrison. Think he was in the army during the rebellion. Any information concerning him will be thankfully received by his aged mother. Address John W. Brock, Green street Baptist Church, Lexington, Kentucky, or Cashier at Memphis Branch.
Information Wanted.
Edmund Collie, of Nashville, Tenn.,
is desirous of hearing from his brother,
William Collie, and his sister, Millie;
also the latter's son, Bailey, and a col-
ored [colored] preacher named Prince Buckner, of
the White Hall Baptist church. Edmund
and William Collie at one time lived on
the Scotland plantation of Mr. Frank
Surget. If this comes to the eye of any
of the parties about whom the inquiry is
made, they are requested to address H.
J. Wells, Nashville, Tenn.
INFORMATION WANTED.
ELLEN NETTLETON wants to find her
husband, GEORGE NETTLETON. She
got parted from him at one of the Stations west
of Hamilton, and don't know the place he his gone
to. He had two young children with him. She
is in Chatham, a stranger and without money.
Exchanges will serve the cause of humanity by
making the above known.
Commercial Hotel, Chatham.
Information Wanted.
EVANS GREEN desires to find his mother, Mrs.
PHILLIS GREEN, whom he left in Virginia
some years ago. She belonged to old Squire Cook,
of Winchester, whose son was an attorney-at-law,.
Any information respecting her will be thankfully
received. Address this paper
Winchester paper please copy. ap22
Information Wanted.
EVANS GREEN desires to find his mother, Mrs.
PHILLIS GREEN, whom he left in Virginia
some years ago. She belonged to old Squire Cook,
of Winchester, whose son was an attorney-at-law.
Any information respecting her will be thankfully
received. Address this paper.
Winchester paper please copy. ap22
INFORMATION WANTED.
Fifty Dollars Reward.
Information wanted of my daughter, ELSIE,
who was sold in Columbus, Georgia, in 1864, to
a Mr. Garret I will give the above reward for
any information that may lead to her recovery.
Address, DUFF GREEN,
Care "Courier" Office,
Natches, Mississippi
Ministers of colored churches, and all others
who may feel disposed, are earnestly requested to
read the above notice to their respective congre-
gregations, and to impart any information thus
gained. sept22-1mo
Information Wanted.
FRANCES MAGEE, an old colored lady, de-
sires [desires] to learn the whereabouts of her son
Alex Zachary. He has been gone three years,
and is about 20 years old. Should he or any
one knowing about him see this notice he, or
they will confer an appreciated favor by
informing her at Magnolia, Miss.
may 14, 1 yr,
Information Wanted.
I am anxious to find my former master,
a Mr. Roland. He is a horse-trader
somewhere in West Tennessee. He can
address me at Bolivar.
jy27tf GEO. FIELDING, (col)
INFORMATION WANTED.
I left Washington, D. C., in 1862, leaving a daughter, about 5 or 6 years of age, by the name of Georgiana Jones. Any information as to her whereabouts left at the office of the NEW NATIONAL ERA will greatly oblige HENRIETTA JONES, mar 27-2t Port-au-Prince, Hayti.
INFORMATION WANTED.
I was sold away from my father, who lived in Richmond, Va., fifteen years ago. My father's name was Joseph Thompson. Any information concerning his whereabouts will be thankfully received by WASHINGTON THOMPSON, New York Mill, Oneida county, N. Y. mar27-2t
INFORMATION WANTED.
I would like to hear from my mother, Elizabeth Bradley; my sister, Caroline Bradley; my sister, Mariah Bradley; my sister, Harriet Bradley; and my brother, Elick Bradley. The above-named persons were sold by a man by the name of Joshua Phipps to John Blevins, who took them to Aberdeen, Mississippi. It has been sixteen years since I heard of them. They were sold from Hawkins county, Tennessee. Any information concerning them will be thankfully received. Address RICHARD BRADLEY, Rotherwood, Hawkins County, mar 14 1t East Tennessee.
INFORMATION WANTED.
I would like to hear of my father, Sandy Alexander; my brother, Sandy Alexander; my brother, Joseph Alexander; also, my brother, Lawson Alexander. Any information concerning them would be thankfully received. I would be happy to receive some knowledge of my sister, Mrs. Rebecca Gray; and my sister, Julia Alexander; my cousin, Miss Leanna Hughes; my cousin, Mrs. Milley Pearson; my cousin, Mrs. Martha Long; and lastly, an old friend of mine by the name of William Butler. All of the above-mentioned persons formerly resided in Washington city, D.C. Please address SAMPSON ALEXANDER, Victoria, Vancouver Island, B.C., no 23-3m Government street.
INFORMATION WANTED.
I would like to hear of my mother, Sarah Cowles, who was formerly owned by Rev. Samuel Blain, Meadowfield Farm, near Williamsburg, Virginia. Any information concerning her will be thankfully received. I would be happy to receive some knowledge of the whereabouts of either of the following persons, who are my brothers and sisters: William Cowles, Charles Cowles, Carter Cowles, Mildred Lewis, Josephine Cowles, Martha J. Cowles. Please address, JESSE S. COWLES, No. 49 Webster street, New Haven, Connecticut. jy20-4t
INFORMATION WANTED.
I would like to know the where abouts of my
mother, who went by the name of Mary Jack-
son. She was owned by a man whose name
was Allan Tyler, who lived three miles east of
Brunestown and was sold down south in 1846.
The last time I heard of her, she was in New
Orleans. Any information will be thankfully
received by MATILDA HARRISON, Jeffersntown, (sp.)
Jefferson Co., Kentucky.
Information Wanted.
If anyone can give me the where
abouts of Emma Thompson and Ida
Thompson, colored, please furnish
same at my office, 613-A N. Second
Street.
J. THOMAS HEWIN, Att'y-at-Law
Information Wanted.
If there are any old colored soldiers of
the war of the rebellion in this city who
were inmates of the old hospital on
Front street below Wall street during
the war, they will confer a favor by leav-
ing [leaving] their names with Mrs. Eliza Johnson,
217 Lee street, or with the BULLETIN.
INFORMATION WANTED.
In 1863 Caroline Campbell, then the slave of
one Dr. Hughes, of Montgomery Co., Maryland,
ran away from her master and came to Wash-
ington [Washington]. Since that time nothing has been heard
from her. If living, she can obtain information
of her sister by calling at 229 New Jersey ave-
nue [avenue], southeast, Capitol Hill.
Information Wanted.
Information is wanted as to the
whereabouts of two colored women,
who, when children, were known by
the names Harriet Stewart and
Fannie Stewart, and belonged to Lar-
kin [Larkin] Stewart, who lived about 7 1-2
miles from Greensboro, Alabama, on
Brush Creek. About thirty years ago
they were sold or swapped off to a
speculator in slave property, and it is
thought they were re-sold again in
Marengo County.
Their mothers' name was Rose Stew-
art [Stewart], and they had an older sister nam-
ed [named] Charity; also, two brothers called
John and Charles.
Harriet was a bright mulatto, while
Fannie was quite black. Harriet's
age now is about 45 [undecipherable] Fannie's about 40.
Any information as to their present
place of abode will be thankfully re-
ceived [received] by their brother, who has not
seen or heard of them for thirty years.
CHARLES STEWART,
Demopolis. Alabama.
INFORMATION WANTED.
INFORMATION is wanted by Perry Watts of
his relatives who were last heard of in St.
Mary's county, Md. Any one knowing of their
whereabouts will confer a lasting favor on him
by communicating with him. James Watts,
Ann Watts or any of their children falling across
this will please write.
Perry Watts,
Jefferson, Texas,
July 18th, 1871
Aug 3, 1871.
Information Wanted.
INFORMATION is wanted of ANN
ELIZABETH, grand-daughter of Su-
san Hineway. She was sold by George
Cunningham to J. Jordan, and by him
sold to J. Sykes of Columbus, Miss. Sykes
was a relative of the Seviers of that place.
Any one who can give me information as
to the whereabouts of said Ann Elizabeth,
will confer a great favor by addressing
Colored Tennessean, box 1150.
P. S.--Her mother's name was Lithy
Jane Johnson.
sept30-3m C.J. JOHNSON.
Information Wanted.
INFORMATION is wanted of ANN
ELIZABETH, grand-daughter of Su-
san Hineway. She was sold by George
Cunningham to J. Jordan, and by him
sold to J. Sykes of Columbus, Miss. Sykes
was a relative of the Seviers of that place.
Any one who can give me information as
to the whereabouts of said Ann Elizabeth,
will confer a great favor by addressing
Colored Tennessean, box 1150.
P. S.--Her mother's name was Lithy
Jane Johnson.
sept30-3m C. J. JOHNSON.
Information Wanted.
INFORMATION is wanted of Lucinda
Russell and children, who lived in
Knox county, East Tennessee. These
persons were there owned by William
Russell, and were taken South by Mr.
Weaver. Any one who can give me any
information in regard to the above named
woman and children, will write me a let-
ter to Nashville, Tenn., in care of Box
No. 1150. HENRY TIPPIN or
sept23-1m HENRY RUSSELL.
Information Wanted.
Information is wanted of Mr Ed
Gholston, who left this place for Key-
ton [Keyton] and has not been heard from since,
he was in good standing with this lodge
here. His wife fears he has met with
foul play! Any information will be
thankfully received by R. M. Moore,
W. M., of Cripus Attucks Lodge, No.
122. Wire me at Dale Ala,
Information Wanted.
INFORMATION is wanted of my moth-
er, whom I left in Fauquier county,
Va., in 1844, and I was sold in Richmond,
Va., to Saml. Copeland. I formerly be-
longed to Robert Rogers. I am very
anxious to hear from my mother, and
and information in relation to her where-
abouts will be very thankfully received.
My mother's name was Betty, and was
sold by Col. Briggs to James French--
Any information by letter, addressed to
the Colored Tennessean, Box 1150, will be
thankfully received.
THORNTON COPELAND.
sept16-3m
Information Wanted.
Information is wanted of my sisters’
Polly and Rachel and my father
Richard Anderson, all of whom I
left in Lee County, Miss in 1867.
Milton Anderson.
Please, if you know anything of
their whereabouts or either of them,
address, John M. Anderson.
Huntsville,
Ala.
I formerly belonged to Mason An-
derson [Anderson] of Lee Co., Miss.
tf
Information Wanted.
INFORMATION is wanted of my two
boys, James and Horace, one of whom
was sold in Nashville and the other was
sold in Rutherford county. I, myself,
was sold in Nashville and sent to Ala-
bama, by Wm. Boyd. I and my children
belonged to David Moss, who was con-
nected with the Penitentiary in some ca-
pacity. CHARITY MOSS.
P. S. Any information sent to the Colored
Tennessean office, Box 1150 will be thank-
fully received. oct14-1m
Information Wanted.
Information is wanted of Stepney
Davis, colored, or any of his family, by
his daughter, who is in the city for a
short time. Stepney formerly belonged
to Mrs. Jane White of Onslow county.
Any information of the whereabouts of
any of them left at the JOURNAL office
will be thankfully received by
MALINDA DAVIS
6w1t Now of Loudon Co. Va.
Information Wanted.
INFORMATION is wanted of the whereabouts
of JACOB JACKSON, a colored
man, who left Philadelphia about nine weeks
ago, intending to go to to Canada, in search of
his brother RICHARD. It is supposed that he
visited Toronto.
Any information concerning him will be thankfully
received by his wife.
SARAH JACKSON,
35 Philadelphia, Pa., U. S.
INFORMATION WANTED.
Information is wanted of whereabouts
of Robert Peck (colored), who lived in
New York (City or Brooklyn) in or about
1850. He or his descendants or relatives,
or those having known him will find it to
their advantage to communicate with
The New York Age Office, Box F. D. T.
feb 27-4t
INFORMATION WANTED.
Information wanted of Christopher Jones,
sometimes called John Allen, formerly of
Baltimore. He is about 24 years of age, of
medium height, light complexion, curly
hair, gray eyes, and stout build. He en-
listed in March, 1865, at Baltimore, in the
2d United States Colored Cavalry. When
last heard from he was in New Orleans.
Any information respecting him will be
thankfully received by his mother.
MRS. REDELIA JONES,
No. 25 Edward Street,
Baltimore, Md.
Ministers will please read this from their
pulpits, in New Orleans churches.
March 16--6t.
INFORMATION WANTED.
Information wanted of Edward Island,
my brother. When I last heard from him
he was in Annapolis, Md. Any one know-
ing his whereabouts will please inform him
that his sister would like him to call at the
office of the Christian Recorder, and take her
to live with him. MARY PHILIPS.
N. B.--Ministers please notice
June 29--1t
INFORMATION WANTED.
Information wanted of my brothers
and sisters. I have not heard
of them since I was a small girl
and was living in St. Louis, Mo.
The family's name is Maffins. Any
information will be gladly received
by Lezia Maffins, 1610 3rd
street, W. Superior, Wis.
INFORMATION WANTED.
Information wanted of my mother, Amy An
derson; and of her two sons, Henry and Elijah An-
derson; also her daughter, Susanna Anderson,
formerly belonging to one James Smith, of
Pridge, near Greensboro, Georgia. It has been
about eight years since I left there. Also of my
sister, Harriet Ducking. My name was Sophia
Anderson, but I have since married a man by
the name of Robert Williams. I was sold to a
man by the name of McRiley. Any information
will be gladly received by
SOPHIA WILLIAMS,
Galesburg, Illinois.
Sept. 16--5t
INFORMATION WANTED.
Information wanted of my parents,
Charles and Elizabeth Hicks. During
slavery they belonged to Cook Fur-
chew [Furchew], of Alexandria county, Virginia.
Address, HENRIETTA JENKINS.
tl Pensacola, Fla.
INFORMATION WANTED.
Information wanted of my two brothers,
Jerry Jarman and Charles Moore, and of
my sister, Lydia Bell. They were sold from
Wm. Corkell's estate into George Co., Md.
Any information concerning their where-
abouts will be thankfully received by their
brother, James Tillman. Please address
James Tillman, Bridgewater Post Office,
Bucks Co., Pa. 4t
Information Wanted.
Information wanted of the where-
abouts of Melissa Flowers, (a young
lady of color) who left Clarksville, Tenn.,
some time in July last, and went to Nash-
ville, Tenn. Her uncle Sanders Flowers,
who now resides in Indiana, desires said
information. Any information of the
whereabouts of the above mentioned lady
would be thankfully received by address-
ing, DAVID HADLEY,
dec23-1m Box 109 Gallatin, Tenn.
INFORMATION WANTED.
INFORMATION WANTED---Mrs. Mary My-
ers [Myers], Litchfield, Ill., formerly of Champaign,
wants to know where her two sons are. They
are Charles Franklin Taylor, aged about 40
years, and Edward Sanderson, aged 20. Both
are colored men. Taylor left Champaign 20
years ago and Sanderson left 9 years ago for
Europe.
INFORMATION WANTED.
JEFFERSON DAVIS in company with his
brothers Moses and Lewis, left Loudon
County Virginia, about eleven years ago in
search of freedom, but on their way they was
attacked by slave-catchers, at which time a battle
ensued, resulting in the capture of Jefferson,
while the other two Moses and Lewis effected
their escape; but since Jefferson has purchased
himself and came to Canada.
Any one knowing any of the above named
persons, will receive a reward of $5, by making
the same known to the Rev. H.J. Young, Elder
of the M.E. Church, Chatham, C.W.
Chatham, May 2nd, 1856. 3
Information Wanted.
JOHN A. MURRY takes this method of ascer-
taining the whereabouts of his Father, Alfred
Murry, who lived with Colonel Hollensworth of
Hagerstown, Maryland, U. S., in the year 1835.
and came to Canada, where he is yet living,
Any person having a knowledge of the locality of
Mr. Murry, will confer a great favor by addres
-sing—
JOHN A. MURRY.
43 St. Catharines, C. W.
Information Wanted.
Martha Ward wishes information concerning
her sister, Rosetta McQuillin, who was sold
from Norfolk, Va., about thirty years ago to a
Frenchman in Mobile, Ala. She is about forty-
nine years of age, light complexion, and much
freckled. Her former master was Mr. McQuil-
lin [McQuillin], who resided on Brigg's Point.
Any information concerning her whereabouts
will be kindly received by addressing to P.O.
Box 216, Norfolk, Va.
Information Wanted.
MASSILLON, O.—Jerry B. McCal
wishes to know the whereabout of the
following persons of his relation. Bal
timore [Baltimore], his father, who was a slave, be
longing [belonging] to William Whittle, whose
mother died during the late war. Also
some relatives at Choctaw Co., Miss.
named Billingsay, and Benjamin Mar
shall [Marshall], formerly of Greensburg, Miss.,
also a sister by the name of Leanes
after her niece, who belonged to Will
iam [William] Garner. Any person knowing the
address of any of the above named per
sons [persons] will confer a favor by addressing
Jerry B. McCall.
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. Elizabeth belonged
to the same man. and was sold to speculator
Ellis of Louisiana. Her mother's
name was Elizabeth; her brothers,
Harry Amos and Isaac, and her sisters,
Rebecca, and Lucretia. Any information
of the above parties will be thankfully
received. Address Elizabeth Powell,
care of P.A. Bell, editor ELEVATOR,
San Francisco.
[Republican Maryville, Tenn., copy
one month, and charge to ELEVATOR.]
Information Wanted.
MRS BECKEY WEBSTER wishes to find her
daughter SARAH JANE WEBSTER. One
year ago she was living in Rodney, Mississippi. Her
mother has been informed that she was in New
Orleans a few weeks ago. Any information respect-
ing her, left at this office, will be thankfully received
by her mother.
my13 1t BECKEY WEBSTER
Information Wanted.
Mrs. Alice Young, Washington, D. C.,
wants information of her mother, Mrs.
Candace Quinn, and her sisters, Mrs. Ella
Barby and Mrs. Missouri Walker. All
lived in this county when last heard from.
Leave word at the Journal office.
Information Wanted.
MRS. BECKEY WEBSTER wishes to find her
daughter SARAH JANE WEBSTER. One
year ago she was living in Rodney, Mississippi. Her
mother' has been informed that she was in New
Orleans a few weeks ago. Any information respect-
ing her, left at this office, will be thankfully received
by her mother.
ny13 1t BECKEY WEBSTER.
INFORMATION WANTED.
Mrs. Ella Allison, 118 Sycamore
street, Ottawa, Kans., would like to
have any information about her
mother, Mollie Martin, complexion
dark brown, brown eyes, straight
hair; or of her step-father David
Martin, who was born at Smyrna,
Tenn. They were the slaves of
Levi White, and were last heard of
at Kahoka, Ill. Mrs. Martin is 66
years of age and was a member of
the A. M. E. church. Mr. Robert
Allison, above address, would like
to know the whereabouts of Elder
B. Smith, whose home is in Cald-
well [Caldwell] county, Virginia, near Con-
cord [Concord]. He is a Baptist minister and
was last heard of in '77, being then
pastor of Long Mountain Baptist
church. He was a slave of Milton
A. Bishop, near Leesville, Va. If
he can be found, the information of
Mr. Allison's people can be ob-
tained [obtained] from him.
Information Wanted.
Mrs. Hannah Lathan wants inform-
ation [information] of the whereabouts of her hus-
band [husband], Albert Lathan, (colored) who
left home, in feeble health, eight
weeks ago, hunting work, and has
not since been heard of.
Information Wanted.
MRS. JANE GATES wants information of her two
daughters, PRULY and CLORA BRENATE.
When last heard from they were on Mr. James
Downs's plantation, on Deer Creek, Mississippi. Any
information left at this office will be thankfully re-
ceived by their mother. my6 3t
Information Wanted.
MRS. LOUISA STEWART seeks to find her son,
JOSEPH NELSON, who belonged to Mr.
McManus, Cypress Creek, near Florence, Ala. Any
information please address this paper. ap22
Information Wanted.
MRS. LOUISA STEWART seeks to find her son,
JOSEPH NELSON, who belonged to Mr.
McManus, Cypress Creek, near Florence, Ala. Any
information please address this paper. ap22
Information Wanted.
Mrs. R. Woodford of Louisville,
Ky., is in the city and desires in-
formation concerning her mother,
Eliza Johnson and her brother,
Squire Johnson. They are situated
somewhere in this state. Her
mother has married since she saw
her and now goes by the name of
Crawford. Persons knowing any-
thing of their whereabouts will
please send word to this office or to
Rev. B. Hillman, cor. 12th and
Mason street.
Information Wanted.
MRS. RITTY GREEN wishes to find her son
DUDLEY GREEN. Both are are from Scotts
county Kentucky, near Georgetown. Any informa-
tion respecting him may be addressed to this paper
ap29
Information Wanted.
MRS. SUSAN PATTERSON wishes to find her
daughter LOUISA PATTERSON. She was
born on Mr Jos. Moss' plantation, Attakapas, La.
Any information respecting her, please address this
office. ap29
INFORMATION WANTED.
My father, Phil Givens, left Owensboro,
Ky., ten years ago for Missouri; also my
sister, Biddy Givens. It is said that she
lived in Jackson, Mo. Any information
about them will be gladly received by
writing to me at Owensboro, Ky.
JANE GIVENS,
Information Wanted.
MY husband, John Williams, a colored
man, left me at Greenville, Tenn.,
just two years ago, and I have never re-
ceived but one letter from him since. I
wish that you would make some inquiry
in your paper for him. He is about 24
years old, color bright, and six feet high,
and very respectful in his general deport-
ment. If living I am desirous to know of
his whereabouts. Any information of
him addressed to Greenville, Tenn., will
be thankfully received.
sept23--1m PATTY BROWN.
INFORMATION WANTED.
Newport, March 5th, 1867
Information wanted of two brothers
named Nero and James Henry Blay When
last heard from they were in Memphis, Tenn
Any information of them would be thank-
fully [thankfully] received by their sister, Hannah R
Barrett. No 8 Ann st., Newport, R. I.
Ministers please read to your congrega-
tions [congregations]. Mar 30-3t
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.
Bell, editor of ELEVATOR.
INFORMATION WANTED.
Of Alfred Myers, son of Mintz Myers,
who lived in Cecil County, Md , near
Battle Swamp ; belonged to Jane Boyd
He has a brother by the name of George
Myers, now in Canada. They both left
Maryland, and continued together until
about thirteen years ago, when they part-
ed at Morristown, N. J. He is a min-
ister, and is known by the title of George
Morgan.
Please address,
SAMUEL T. FISHER,
No. 29 Rose St.,
3t. Baltimore, Md.
INFORMATION WANTED.
Of George Wedge, late of Capt. Herberts Co.
G, 6th Regt. U. S. C. I. Any information of
where he can be addressed will be to his advan-
tage [advantage]. H. J. COVELL,
Late Major 6th U. S. C. I., Jefferson, O.
Jan 9-2w
INFORMATION WANTED.
Of Joseph Ford, was sold from Charleston
S.C. from the Family of Moses A Saw-
yer, in 1847, sold to Columbia and after-
ward sold South, any information of his
whereabouts will be greatfully recieved by
his Father Wm. Ford Charleston S.C. to
the care of Rev P ["undecipherable"]
INFORMATION WANTED.
Of Lucy Ritter and Louisa Wiggins, formerly
belonging to a Mr. Wiggins of Granville
county. North Carolina, and removed
to the State of Texas. Any information of
them would be thankfully received by their
sister Ann Hilburn, No. 1014 Vernon St.,
Philadelphia, Pa.
N.B. - Ministers please read to your congregations.
Feb. 24 - 1t.
INFORMATION WANTED.
Of Lydia Brown, who lives with Capt. Mark
Brown, Tarlton Plantation, near Brashear City,
La., by her mother. Please address
MARGARET JANE BROWN,
108 Dallas street,
June 16--3t Baltimore, Md.
INFORMATION WANTED.
OF Marcelia, Shorter, colored, formerly
of Washington County, Maryland.
When last heard from was in New Orleans,
Marcelia is aged between 40 and 45, bright
mulatto, and kept furnished rooms some
twelve years ago in New Orleans. She
will hear of a brother by addressing
LLOYD SHORTER,
July 13th, 1870, 3-t. Alexandria, La.
Information Wanted.
Of Michael Kinnard, my son, 12 years
of age, who was hired to a man by the
name of Griffin, pine wood factory, Hick-
man county, Tenn., some time before last
Christmas. He was living at Mr. Philip
Fall's, when hired.
Information may be sent to the Tennes-
sean, box 1150, Nashville, Tenn. je6-1m
Information Wanted.
Of Moses Lumly, who was raised
near Oxford, N.C., by Dr. John
Hicks, and sold to Wm. Lumly of
Rome, Ga., at which place he was liv-
ing when Sherman's army reached
there in the Spring of 1864. Also, of
Polly Noel, who lived in Vicksburg,
Miss., up to the time the law was
passed in that State prohibiting per-
sons of color living there. She then
moved to Nashville, since which time
nothing has been heard of her by her
relatives. Address,
RICHARD GRAY,
my12-3m Box 74 Macon, Miss.
INFORMATION WANTED.
OF MRS. ELIZABETH MARSHALL (mulatto) from the
Creek Nation. She is about eighteen years old;
has two children--the oldest, a boy named Granson, wil
be three years old next June; the youngest a girl nurs-
ing [nursing] babe, named Jeannette. They made their escape
from Maysville, it is understood, about ten days after
the battle, and it is supposed they have gone North.
Any information respecting them will be gratefully re-
ceived [received] by Austin, her husband.
Address. J. S. DANFORD,
mh5-wlt-d6t Mound City, Linn County, Kansas.
INFORMATION WANTED.
Of my brother, Gideon Johnson, who formerly
lived in Shenandoah County, Virginia, and left
there in 1860 or 1861, for Pennsylvania. The
last time heard from he was at Carlisle, Pa. Any
information will be thankfully received by his
wife and family. Address
WESLEY JOHNSON,
35 Sixth Street,
Pittsburg, Pa.
Ap'l 28--1m.
INFORMATION WANTED.
Of my Brother, Richard Adams, who be-
longed formerly to Dr. William Gordon, of
Holt county Missouri--about thirty miles
above St. Joseph, Mo. The names of our par-
ents were John Adams, and Matilda Adams,
when last heard from he was in St. Louis, Mo.
Any one knowing of his whereabouts
will please address
Miss Mary J. Adams,
Atchison, Kansas, P. O. box 164
In care of J. A. Fouche.
Ministers will please read from their
Churches.
Information Wanted.
Of my daughter, Martha James. When
last heard from was in Montgomery,
Ala, but is supposed to have gone to
Mobile. She formerly belonged to Dr.
Barnett, Princeton, Ky., and was sold to
Mr. John James, Nashville, Tenn., about
nine years ago, since which time she has
not been seen by me. Information of her
will be thankfully received by her mother
by addressing Colored Tennessean, Box
1150, Nashville, Tenn.
HANNAH BARNETT.
mar10-1m
Information Wanted.
Of my father Dick Richardson,
who formerly belonged to Mason
Anderson of Pontotoe county, Miss.,
also my brother Edward and my sis-
ters Lucy and Polly, who all belonged
to the same man. I also wish to
hear from my Uncle John Anderson
and his wife Fanny Anderson. The
desired information may be sent to
me at Huntsville, Ala., or to the
Tennessean, box 1150, Nashville,
Tenn. JOHN MILTON,
my5-1m Late of 44th U.S.C.T
Information Wanted.
Of my father James Ware, who lived at
Talledega County Alabama until I was
14 years old. Then my master Jimison
Ware sold him to Ben Avery. Please ad-
dress any information relating to the
above to his daughter,
EASTER WARE,
Summerville Co., Ark
1t.
Information Wanted.
Of my mother, Charlotte Blackville,
Stafford Co., Va., near Fredricksburg.
Sold by James B. Mason
of Stafford.
I have not seen them since the late
war. Address
OSCAR JACKSON,
1022 New Jersey Ave., N. W.
9–12 3t.
Information Wanted.
Of my son Jetson, who was sold
about sixteen years ago by a Mr.
Dolhite of Oxford, Miss., to a Mr.
Thomas Ford of the same place. I
have not heard from him since. In-
formation may be sent to his mother,
SUSAN HUDDLESTON,
Box 178, Murfreesboro, Tenn.
my26-1m
Information Wanted.
Of my two sons, Dock and George
who formerly belonged to Nathan-
iel Potter. When heard from he was
in the western district of Gibson Co.,
near Trenton, Tenn. Information of
the above may be sent to Samnel [Samuel]
Jones, Wartace, Tenn., or to Lock
Box No, 64, Nashville Tenn.
jy11 1m
Information Wanted.
Omen, Smith County, Texas, February
19.---Information wanted of my uncle, Sam
Roberson; he is my father's brother. His
father's name was Moses Roberson. The
last I heard of him he lived close to
Crockett, Houston county. Any information
of his whereabouts will be thankfully
received. Mrs. Eliza Jones,
Omen, Smith County, Texas.
Information Wanted.
Peter Bell, now living at Wankee, Iowa, but formerly belonging to Jake Serrat and afterward to C. W. Bell of Mississippi, writes for information of his parents, William and Nancy Houston, formerly owned by Sie Houston, who bought them of Jake Serrat, who also owned a girl named Florence Houston. Peter has not heard or seen of his parents since the war, and it would certainly afford pleasure to anyone who can, to furnish the anxious son any information which may lead to the meeting of the long separated family The parties lived near Huntsville before the war. Information may be given either to Elder A. S. Lakin, to this journal, or sent direct to Peter Bell, Wankee, Dallas County, Iowa.
Information Wanted.
PORT-AU-PRINCE, May 3, 1873.
I have written several letters to Washington, in hopes of finding or hearing something of my daughter Georgianna Jones, but without success.
My maiden name was Henrietta Fants, my husband's name Cornelius Jones; we were both raised in the same house by Dr. Spencer Mitchell, and married under his roof also. We were married by preacher Wilson, of the Methodists connection. I cannot recollect his first name. The names of some of the children of the man that raised me and my husband were John Francis Mitchell, William Spencer Mitchell, Spencer Mitchell. Theophilus Mitchell, who was the youngest of the family. The daughters were Mary Mitchell, the eldest. She was not married whilst living at Washington. Lucy Ann Brown was the married daughter. I also lived with Lieutenant Boutwell and family and Mr. John Underwood. The latter resided on Capital Hill. Mr. John Engrol lived at the same place.
I have forgotten the precise date on which I left Washington with my husband; we went to live at Lewistown, in Pennsylvania. The name of my husband's mother was Mary Ellen Jones. The last employment of my husband was second cook with a Frenchman of the name Deaveneau, at Willard's Hotel, in Washington. My husband was accidentally shot at Lewiston. I sent my daughter back to my native place and left Lewistown in 1861 and came to this county, a widow, with my son Abraham Clinton Jones. My daughter, if living still, will be seventeen years of age on the 9th of this month. 5-6t HENRIETTA JONES. Any information forwarded to this office will be communicated to Mrs. Jones. — ED.
INFORMATION WANTED.
Quindy Relf, husband of Harriet Relf, is informed
that his family, consisting of wife and five children,
formerly belonging to Henry Fry, of Moorefield,
Henry Co., Va., are living near Martinsburg, Knox
Co., Ohio.
The family were liberated by their claimant, the
husband liberated himself by running away. He has
not been heard of by his family since, who are filled
with anxiety on his account. If he should see this,
will he please communicate by letter his present res-
idence [residence], and they will go to him? It would, perhaps,
be better for him to write to the editors of the Anti-
Slavery Bugle, Salem, Columbiana Co., Ohio, and
they will see that word is forwarded to his family.
Information Wanted.
ROBERT [unclear] WEST seeks to find the whereabouts
of his two sisters, Mrs. SARAH COATES and
Mrs. EMILY THOMPSON, who belonged to a Mr.
Grubbs, near Waterford, Virginia. Also his two
brothers, GEORGE WEST and JOHN WILLIAMS,
who lived in Lovettsville, Loudon county, Virginia.
Please address this paper. ap22
INFORMATION WANTED.
Simon Foley desires to learn the whereabouts
of his people if any of them are
alive. I left them on the Poplar Hill
plantation near the Antioch church, about
44 years ago. I was then about 11 years
old, and I have forgotten the name of the
county, but it is in the State of Virginia.
My people all belonged to Mr. Enoch Foley.
The name of my mother was was
Rachel Foley. My oldest brother s
name was Neut Foley. He was a blacksmith.
My next brother's name was Doctor
Foley. My third brother's name was
P O. Foley, I had one sister named Matilda
Foley and one named Harriet Foley.
Any information that can be given will
be gladly received.
Helena Station, Washington Co, Miss.
Information Wanted.
Some years before the war, John L. Vickers,
who resided on Lake Glisteno, Glaiborne Parish,
La., was the owner of a colored woman,
Celia, who had two children, named Caroline
Vickers and Joe Vickers. Celia was sold into
Missouri and now resides near Boonville, and
the children were sold to other parties unknown
The mother is anxious to find her children, if
living, that she may go to them or they come
to her.
Papers in the West and South are requested
to copy this notice. -Boonville Eagle.
Information Wanted.
The Chief of Police received a letter
from Mrs. L. M. Spencer of Kiowa,
Barber county, Kan., yesterday, ask-
ing [asking] for information as to the where-
abouts [whereabouts] of Katie Williams (colored),
who in April, 1888, was in this city.
Mrs. Spencer is very anxious to hear
from Mrs. Williams, as the latter was
once the property of the Spencer fam-
ily [family]. When last heard from Mrs. Will-
iams [Williams] was in Las Vegas, N. M., and
had with her a daughter named Gus-
sie [Gussie].
INFORMATION WANTED.
THE undersigned desires information of
her three sons, Morris, Leander, and
John Harrison. When last heard from they
were with Mr. William Harrison, of
Hopkinsville about eighteen years ago. Any
information concerning them will be thankfully
received by their mother,
ELIZA GRAPES,
(Formerly Eliza Flemming.)
N.B.--The above named boys are of a
bright mulatto color.
Clarksville, Tenn., April 26, 1867 1m *
INFORMATION WANTED.
THE Undersigned takes this method of ascertaining
the whereabouts of his Brother,
JOHN W. HINES, of Bowling Green, Warren
County, Kentucky, from whom he received a
letter, stating his arrival in Canada. Any person
having a knowledge of Mr. Hines, will
please inform him, and oblige
GEORGE T. SMITH,
Chatham, C.W.
December 8, 1855. 32-21
Information Wanted.
To the citizens of the United States: GEN-
TLEMEN—Will some of you be so kind as to tell
me what was the name of the colored regiment,
if so it was called one, stationed at or on Presi-
dent Island, about five miles below Memphis,
Tenn? I had a brother who enlisted in it, I
suppose in 1861, also served as a soldier until
his death, which ooccurred in the latter part of
of 1863 or early in 1864. His name is Gabriel
Wood, colored, and I desire to find out, if pos-
sible, the name of the regiment and company
he belonged to. Please answer through the
GLOBE-DEMOCRAT, or by addressing Miles P.
Wood, at 1342 N. Jefferson avenue, St. Louis,
Mo.
Information Wanted.
Wanted to know the whereabouts of
Mrs. Mary Taylor wife of a Methodist
minister named Spencer Taylor formerly
of Sedalis, Mo
Also Mrs. Frances Venable wife of
Robert Venable, Methodist minister at
Franklin, Saline Co., Mo. Any information
will be gladly received by Samuel
Rice care J.J Miles, Plankinton House,
Milwaukee, Wis.
Information Wanted.
William Lewis, a colored man, has written to the Sheriff from Nashville Tennessee for information about his people. He was born in Abbeville District and his parents belonged to David Glymph. His father was named Bill, and his mother was named Nancy or Jennie. His master had a son named Benson. His father was a tall yellow man He was sold a few years before the war to a man named Barns, who carried him to Columbia. Afterwards he was sold several times. He is now anxious to hear something about his people. His address is William Lewis, 405 Taylor Street, Nashville, Tenn.
Information Wanted.
A negro named John M. Anderson, who
before the war was the property of
Mason Anderson, of Lee county, Miss.,
is anxious to learn something of the
whereabouts of his father, Richard Anderson,
and his two sisters, Polly and
Rachael, who, he thinks, were sold and
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 Crockett. While with
Mike Wellton she had six children named
Jerry, Louisa, 'Liza, Martha, Ellen and
Isaac. After his mother was sold to Dave
Crockett, she had four more children named
'Merica, Paulina, Jane, and William. Isaac
left Missouri via Under-ground Railroad in
1850, and has not heard of his relations since.
Any information which can be given of the
above parties will be thankfully received.
Address Isaac Moore, in care of P.A. Bell,
editor ELEVATOR, San Francisco.
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 are anxious to
know their present residence.
Any information of these persons can
be sent to P.A. Bell, editor ELEVATOR,
San Francisco.
N.B. - Ministers of Colored Churches,
will please read the above from their
Pulpits.
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.)
INFORMATION WANTED.
The undersigned formerly belonged to Collins
Stokes, in Lunenburg County, Va., who
had three children, Marse Henry Stokes, Marse
Richard Stokes, and Miss Susan Stokes. If
any of them are living, I would be glad if they
would write to me and let me know what has become
of my three brothers, Dick, Jim and Joe,
Aunt Jinny's children. My name is William,
and I left Virginia in 1846. When I left Virginia,
W. H. Hatchett was my master. I am
now living near Williamsport, Maury county,
Tenn. Address.
WM. BODY,
Care of Henry Kinzer.
Lunenburg papers please copy. feb25-1t.
Information Wanted.
The whereabouts of Peggy Webb, and 3 children viz: Elizabeth, Electing, and Mvles, the family of James George Webb, formerly the slave of Col John B. George, Bluestone, Tazwell county, Virginia. My address, Gallipolis, Gallia co, O.
July 21, 1864---3w*
INFORMATION WANTED.
WANTED—Information concerning
whereabouts of Ben Schwartz (colored).
Last heard of at Natchitoches.
Address K. R., 515 Belknap Place,
San Antonio, Texas.
6-16 to 6-17
Information Wanted.
Wm. Patton, a respectable colored man sixty-seven
years old, was brought to this county
about forty years ago as the slave of Alex. Patton.
He was born on the estate of John Holmes,
twelve miles from Memphis, whence he was
taken to Jackson, Tennessee, at the age of seven
years, by a Mr. Lundy, who sold him to Mr.
Patton. His mother's name was Nellie Holmes,
and he had two brothers, Tom and Littleton. --
He would be thankful to any person who can
give information of his relatives if they would
address him, "Wm. Patton, Tallahassee, Fla."
Information Wanted.
Any information in regard to the follow-
ing persons will be thankfully received by
Andrew Slade, at 626 Chestnut St., Phila-
delphia, who left Williamstown, N.C., ten
years ago, where he is well know, viz.:
Reuben Manning, his father; Harriet, his
mother, sisters, Martha, Viny, Emma and
Charlotte; brother, George Reuben. They
lived on the Tarboro road, about seven miles
from Williamstown.
Jan. 16--It.
INFORMATION WANTED.
HENNY BUTLER, a colored woman, residing
at Cumberland, in Maryland, desires information concerning
the present residence of her daughter FRANCES,
who went with Doctor Lawrence 7 years ago to
Natchez, Mississippi; from which place she was afterwards
removed to New Orleans.
Her letters from New Orleans reach her mother:—
but, as the daughter's proper address in New Orleans
is not known, the mother's letters have never been received.
If this should meet the eye of her present master, he
will please write to Henny Butler, Cumberland, (Md)
or get Frances to write, giving the proper address in
New Orleans, to enable the daughter to recieve letters
from her mother. aug12 8td&1ltW
Information Wanted.
Henry Marlow, colored, a subscriber
to the STAR at Excelsior, writes to
make inquiries about one Rev. J. W.
Green, colored, who claims to be a
preacher and doctor. He married in
the vicinity of Excelsior. Anyone
knowing anything of his where-
abouts [whereabouts] is asked to notify Henry Mar-
low [Marlow], Excelsior, N.C.
Information Wanted.
I desire the address of a few sol-
diers [soldiers] of the 44th Regiment Colored
Infantry in the late war. Will make it
to the interest of such soldiers to ad-
dress [address] me as follows;
Thaddeus Scott,
Danville,
Ala.
INFORMATION WANTED.
INFORMATION is wanted by Lettice Lamb,
and Peggy Williams, her daughter, now resid-
ing [residing] in Norwich City, of Jordon Lamb, aged about
46, if now living,—of Antony Lamb, aged about
39, and of Thomas H. Lamb, aged about 37—
sons of Lettice Lamb—all colored people.
When last heard from, in 1821, they were in
Portland or vicinity; one of them Thomas H.
being about to sail from that port in a Brig, name
unknown. Any information as to their present
place of residence, if living, or, if dead, of the
time, circumstances and place of death, or any
facts respecting them, will be thankfully received.
Papers in Portland and vicinity are requested to
notice the above.
Letters should be addressed to Mrs. PEGGY
WILLIAMS, Norwich City, Ct.
July 23, 1836. 4t
INFORMATION WANTED.
Information is wanted relative to the
present address of George W. Davis, in Lit-
tle [Little] Rock, Ark. Address Virginia Foster, 220
East 70th street, New York city.
Information Wanted.
INFORMATION WANTED of Robert Tolliver and his wife
Alice. formerly of Mount Jackson, Shenandoah County,
Virginia. Any person knowing the present whereabouts
of said persons will confer a lasting obligation upon their
anxious mother by sending a line to Matilda Wetherall,
No. 84 Agnes Street, Toronto, C.W. 222-6t.
INFORMATION WANTED.
JAMES OGLESBY, A FREE COLORED BOY,
about 13 years of age, left his father's residence, on
the corner of Thirteenth and Magazine, in this city,
on Thursday, 2d inst. He is supposed to have followed
one of the divisions of the army. Any information
concerning him will be liberally rewarded if commu-
nicated [communicated] to his father in this city,
o7 d6* JOSHUA OGLESBY.
INFORMATION WANTED.
JOHN DIPPER of Williamsburgh, Va. is anx-
ious [anxious] to obtain information of his brother, Dan-
iel [Daniel] Merr, who left Williamsburgh about 40 years
ago, and was heard of as living in Boston within the
last 17 years. A person by the name of Cesar La-
fayette [Lafayette], of Boston, was well acquainted with Merr.
If either of the above named persons, or any other
able to give such information, would lodge it at the
Liberator office, they would confer a favor on John
Dipper who is now in New-York, anxious to hear
from his brother.
New York, April 21, 1832.
INFORMATION WANTED.
Mary Jane Blair (colored) who was
taken from Arkansas to Tennessee, when
quite young, desires to know the where-
abouts [whereabouts] of Susan Blair, her mother, who
formerly belonged to Dr. Blair. Any in-
formation [information] in regard to her—whether dead
or alive—will be thankfully received by
her daughter. Address Mary Jane Blair,
St. Paul's Chapel, Nashville, Tennessee.
The above was forwarded to us through
the mails, and we ask that the newspapers
of the state publish it.
INFORMATION WANTED.
Mrs. Charlotte Powell of Sacramento
wishes information of her relatives
consisting of her father, mother, three
brothers and two sisters. Her father's
name was Sam Mosely; he was owned
by a man named Joe Powell, who
lived in Kentucky at a place called
Amandy Furnace, about ten miles
from Ohio River. Charlotte belonged
to the same man and was sold to spe-
culator [speculator] Ellis of Louisiana. Her moth
er's [mother's] name was Elizabeth; her brothers
Harvey Amos and Isaac, and her sisters,
Rebecca and Lucretia. Any information
of the above parties will be thankfully
received. Address Charlotte Powell,
care of P.A. Bell, editor ELEVATOR,
San Francisco.
{Republican Maryville, Tenn., copy
one month, and charge to ELEVATOR.}
INFORMATION WANTED.
The Charlotte Gazette, published
at Smithfield, Va., publishes the
following:
"Betsy Chatman wishes to obtain
some intelligence of her brother,
George Chatman, colored, who lived
at Tazewell C. H. at the time of the
surrender. The last intelligence
heard of him, still at that place, was
about 14 years ago. Any intelli-
gence [intelligence] respecting him will be thank
fully [thankfully] receieved by his sister, Betsy
Chatman, at this place.––Clinch
Valley News please copy."
Reference is doubtless made to
George Chapman, who lived east of
town on the farm of Capt. Wm. E.
Peery. "Uncle" George died more
than a year ago, leaving a number
of children, one of whom is Allen
Chapman, who lives at Bluefield,
W. VA.
Information Wanted.
THE Subscriber, with his wife, Mrs. Emaline
Hall, desires to hear from her brother,
WILLIAM BUCK, from near Clarksville
Tennessee. It is known that he was recently in
the State of Indiana, on this way to Canada
West, and it is presumed that he has reached the
Province. Any information from him will be
thankfully received at this place.
JOHN HALL.
St. Catharines, C. W.,
Sept. 1st, 1854 25
Information Wanted.
This is to inquire the whereabouts of
the children or step-children of Henry
Wright, colored, who are somewhere in the
South. Their names are : Charles Thomas,
Henry Wright, James Nelson, Minor Frank-
lin, Isaac Williams, Hamp Conway, and
Lucinda, children or step-children of Henry
Wright and Malinda Wright. Direct letters
to Henry Wright, Knoxville, Tenn. New
Orleans papers please copy.
INFORMATION WANTED.
Would like to know the whereabouts of
Johnny Jones, also known as John Chap-
man [Chapman]. Born in Manassas, Prince William
county. Virginia. Five feet in height,
large eyes, heavy mustache, scar on side of
face. Absent for more than a year. In-
formation [Information] concerning whereabouts will be
gladly received by mother, Mrs. Melinda
Jones, 249 John street, Lakewood, N. J.
INFORMATION WANTED.
Of Charles Aquilla ROGERS. If he
should see this notice he will please
write to George W. Carter, Box No.
38, Post Office, Santa Fee, N.M.
INFORMATION WANTED. -
Of my brother Samuel Reed. I
saw him last at a convention in
New Orleans, just before the war.
Any information concerning him
will be thankfully received by his
sister Elizabeth Reed. He was a
member of the St. Paul Church,
New Orleans. Address:
S. L. SANDFORD.
Knox Point, Red River.
INFORMATION WANTED. -
Of my mother, Lucinda Johnson,
of Essex County, Va. She was
owned by Robert G. Hingen, of
Warrenton Springs, VA., and he
also lived in Bolden Green, Caro
line County, Va. Brothers, Eddie
and Jerry Johnson; sisters, Betty
and Lucy Johnson. Mother's hus-
band's name was Jerry Johnson.
Her oldest boy got killed on the
railroad. I was sold in Richmond,
Va., by R. G Hingen, to John Dor-
ris, and carried to New Orleans,
La. Information will be thankfully
received by Emma Washington, 611
37th Avenue, Meridian, Miss.
INFORMATION WANTED. -
Of Jacob Edwards, who used to be Jacob Koakley. His mother's name was Ann Koakly. The oldest sister was named Abbey. The last time I heard of them (Jacob especially), they were somewhere in Georgia. Any information of them will be thankfully received by A. W. Harvey, Pine Level, Ala
INFORMATION WANTED. -
Of my grandmother whose name
was Ritter Payne. She was sent
South just before the war and sold
to a Negro trader named Haden,
who lived in Leon County, Tex.
She left two children, Amanda
Payne, my mother, and Pink Payne,
my uncle. When last heard of she
was in Galveston, Tex. Any in-
formation concerning her will be
thankfully received. Address
DOVIE EPPS.
Olyphant St., Jackson Co., Ark.
INFORMATION WANTED. -
Of my relatives. I was born in
Nansemon County, Virginia, about
three miles from Carsville, on a
plantation owned by Henry
Holland. My father and mother
belonged to him, and their names
were James and Kenna, I had five
sisters and three brothers. Brothers'
names were Lamb, Jonah and
Nathan. Sisters' names were Edie,
Hester, Jane, Hannah and Matilda
Holland. They all went by that
name (Holland), when I left them.
I ran off in March of 1862 and
followed the Union Army until the
surrender. I bid my father
goodbye the morning that I left, and I
have not heard of a living relative
since. Any information concerning
their whereabouts will be gratefully received.
LAZARUS HOLLAND..
P.O. Box 88, Pueblo, Colo.
Information Wanted. - Benjamin
Moten wished to know the whereabouts of
his two brothers, Albert Moten and Miles
Tucker Moten, formerly from Albemarle
County, Virginia. They have been miss-
ing for ten years.
If any information can be given,
Address BENJAMIN MOTEN,
West Manayunk
Montgomery County, Pa.
Jan. 2-3m.
INFORMATION WANTED. - Dr. E.A. Stabler
has received a letter from J.C. Clapp, a colored
preacher of Newton, Catawba county, N.
C. written, he says, at the request of Charles
Pearson, colored, who, at the last term of the
court of that county was convicted of murder
and sentenced to be hanged on the 22d of October,
"to ascertain something about the mother
or uncle, Armstead Pearson, of the doomed
man who are thought to reside in this city, as
he (the murderer) wishes to communicate with
them before his execution." Any in possession
of the information sought for will confer a favor
upon both the colored preacher and the
condemned man by communicating with Dr.
Stabler.
INFORMATION WANTED. - Of either of the following persons: namely, Jennie, Lidie, Tony or Lucy Willis. Last heard from were living with Moses Arnold. near Newberne, N.C. Address Samuel Willis, 22 Chancery street, New Bedford, Mass, oct16 2
INFORMATION WANTED. - Washington and
Charity Black are very anxious to hear of the
whereabouts of their son John. He is a small
boy, of dark color. He was taken away from
this city by Thomas Bennett and S. Sanders,
against his own will and that of his parents.
When last heard from they were about
Mifflintown, Juniata county, working
their way to Erie, Pa., as chimney sweeps.
Any persons or papers giving any information
concerning the boy's whereabouts, will
confer a great favor on his distressed parents,
by addressing them at Harrisburg.
-Will our exchanges please copy the above?
INFORMATION WANTED. - We have received
from our old friend, Mr. Shipherd, Secretary
of the Freeman's Aid Commission, the following
circular:
AMERICAN FREEDMAN'S AID COMMISSION,
WASHINGTON, November 15, 1865.
The attention of teachers and field agents
of the Commission, and of other friends of
the freed people to whom this circular may
come, is called to the following memorandum:
"Louis Waddy's wife, Hannah, who formerly
belonged to Charles W. Gresham, living
at the Glebe, near Carter's Creek, Lancaster
county, Virginia, quite near the mouth
of the Rappahannock river."
Any person who can give any information
in regard to the above-mentioned woman to
her husband, Louis Waddy, care of Mr.
George S. Whitney, Mount Morris, Livingston
county, New York, will confer a great
favor.
JACOB R. SHIPHERD, Sec.
INFORMATION WANTED. --
Of my brothers Henry, John and
William Brundridge. They
were taken from Huntsville, Ala
bama, in the year 1842 or 1843
and went somewhere near Memphis,
Tenn. Their mother's name was
Phoebe Mitchell. I also had a sister
by the name of Lucinda Towls
who was taken from Huntsville
about fifty years ago by a man
named Walter Scott, to Nashville,
Tennessee. She married a man by
the name of Buril Mitchell. They
belonged to the same man my
mother belonged to. She had a son
named John. Please address me at
280 East Third Street, Peru, Indiana,
and oblige.
ANNA BROWN.
INFORMATION WANTED. --
As to the whereabouts of my mother,
Maria Taylor. Last seen her in
Middle Tenn., Franklin Co., about
40 years ago. She was owned by
Samuel Taylor. He moved from
Tenn., to Missouri, thence to Tex.,
settling, I think, in Red River Co.
Step father's name was Wyatt Taylor.
Had three children named
Thomas, Hugie and Ted. She
took two with her. Information of
any kind thankfully received by
THOMAS SCOTT,
224 Walker St., Dennison, Tex.
INFORMATION WANTED. --
Of my husband, Joe Wharton who
left me and his child in 1874.
Please address me at Abbeville,
South Carolina, care of Rev Wm.
Cothran. My name is Molley
Wharton.
INFORMATION WANTED. --I would like to be informed
of the whereabouts of my mother, Ella McIntire, also
of my sisters, Sarah, Nancy and Mary Jane, and of my
brothers, Simon, Chatam, Joseph, John, James, Hanson
and Augustus McIntire. Please address, Fanny Jones,
Box 1414, Rochester, N. Y. 192-5t.
INFORMATION WANTED. --Of a colored boy,
supposed name Wm. Poston--21 years of
age--former property of Richard Poston, St.
Genevieve County, Mo. His mother, Mary
Carr, lives in Wyandotte county Kansas. St.
Louis papers please copy.
Information Wanted. -Information is
desired as to the whereabouts of Samuel Wilson
Myers, colored, son of Susan and Robert Myers.
He was a slave of Capt. Wm. Bartlett, of
Frederick County, Va., and left that place with Capt.
DeCann, who was in Gen. Milroy's division,
since which time nothing has been heard of
him. His mother, Susan Myers, of Greencastle,
Pa., will be thankful for any information
concerning him. Exchanges, please copy. - Echo.
Information Wanted. Any information concerning the whereabouts of Charlotte Thompson will be thankfully received by her parents. She was once "owned" by Captain Brisco, who married Susan Wright. They lived near the line of Spottsylvania county, Virginia, at that time. HENRY AND VIRGINIA THOMPSON. N.B.--Direct to Anthony Bowen, E street, between Ninth and Tenth, Agent for the Christian Recorder. Washington, D.C., May 19th, 1866
Information Wanted. Any information of Mr. Fagan, an herb doctor, residing in Richmond, would be thankfully received, business of importance. 604 N. 2d Street, City.
Information Wanted. Carey Oldham, a copper-colored man of about thirty years of age, left his home near Morris, Grundy county, Illinois, in August 1876, in company with Dock Hill and Eugene Helm, leaving his wife and three children. Any information in regard to said Carey Oldham will be most thankfully received by his wife, Bell Oldham, at New Providence, Montgomery county, Tenn. St. Louis and Illinois papers will confer a great favor on his suffering wife and children by copying the above.
INFORMATION WANTED. Memphis, Tenn., Dec. 4 To the Editor of the Alexandria Gazette: My Dear Sir: - I am very anxious to find out the whereabouts of Benjamin Harris, colored. Benjamin was a true and faithful servant of mine prior to the war between the States and my most trusted friend during the four years of war. He was with me on the battlefield, and in the hospital always by my side. He was with me to the last, and did not leave me for 12 months after the close of the war. The last I heard of him he was in the neighborhood of Alexandria, Va. If through your paper, or any other source, you can find out his whereabouts and send me his address, I will ever be grateful to you. A. B. Carter, Captain of Co. F, 6th Va. cavalry.
Information Wanted. Missing, since Friday morning, a colored boy, aged eight years; had on a gray sack coat and snuff colored felt hat. Any information of his whereabouts will be rewarded and thankfully received by his father, at 65 Madison avenue.
INFORMATION WANTED. Of
the whereabouts of my mother.
Her name is Yillah Jordan. When
last heard from see was in Ferris,
Texas. I haven't heard from her
since 1892. Her oldest daughter's
name is Adalaid. Only living
Brother is Kemp Turner Jordan,
My mother left Tennessee in 1889.
Any information of her where-
abouts will be thankfully received
by addressing REV. R. S. JORDAN.
P. O Box 6, High Springs, Fla.
INFORMATION WANTED. William Volantine, now
named William Robinson, who was once a slave in
Baltimore, and now living in New Bedford, wishes to
know where his brother is, who was a slave in the
same place, but came from Baltimore about three
years since to Philadelphia. His name was Joshua
Volantine, but he received the name of Daniel Crom-
well [Cromwell]. The desired information, if it can be given by
any one, may be sent to the Anti-Slavery Office, 21
Cornhill.
INFORMATION WANTED.-
Of Johnson Hansberry, Peter Hen-
derson, Andrew Jackson and Aaron
Thomas. The first two are my
brothers, the next two, my cousins.
They all belonged to the Gains' es-
tate, at Culpepper Court House,
Virginia. We were separated about
ten years before the war of 1861,
and I have never heard concerning
them since that time.
Any news of them or their chil-
dren will be prayerfully received by
me. CALEB MOORE.
Amelia P.O., La.
INFORMATION WANTED.--
As to the whereabouts of the sister
of Mrs. Mary McClain, whose late
residence was cor. Sylvan and Atlantic
Aves., Asbury Park, N. J.,
but whose death occurred in Florida
a few days ago. Her husband is
insane and there is no one to look
after the affairs left. I do not know
the name of the sister, but she is
somewhere in Philadelphia.
Yours,
WM. H. GILES.
1013 Springwood Ave., Asbury
Park, N. J.
INFORMATION WANTED.--
Of Johnson Hansberry, Peter Hen-
derson, Andrew Jackson and Aaron
Thomas. The first two are my
brothers, the next two, my cousins
They all belonged to the Gains' es-
tate, at Culpepper Court House,
Virginia. We were separated about
ten years before the war of 1861,
and I have never heard concerning
them since that time.
Any news of them or their chil-
dren will be prayerfully received by
me. CALEB MOORE.
Amelia P. O., La.
INFORMATION WANTED.--
Of Miss Adeline Young, who left
the Joe's Walk plantation in Mississippi,
and went to Georgia in
1863. She left Georgia in May
1895, and went to Virginia. She
married in Georgia, a man by the
name of Bob Young, whose home
is in Hanover County, Virginia.
She has three other sisters. The
oldest is Elizabeth, the next Lucy,
and her youngest sister is Melvinia.
Her mother's name was Winnie
Yandell, and her maiden name was
Adeline Moore. If any one knows
anything about her; whether she is
dead or alive, please state and they
shall be richly rewarded.
MRS. B. J. DANDRIDGE,
59 Elm St., Southbridge, Mass.
6 mos
INFORMATION WANTED.--
Of my brother Alonzo Thompson.
He was born in Walton County and
married in Barto County at Adairsville,
Ga. His wife's name was
Octavo Thompson. The last time
I heard from him he was in Augusta,
Woodruff County, Ark. Any
information concerning his whereabouts
will be gladly received by
G. W. Thompson.
Cedartown, Georgia.
INFORMATION WANTED.--
Of my brother John Chapman and
my two sisters, Sarah Chapman and
Francis Chapman. We were owned
by a man named Joe Chapman, at
whose death we became separated
from each other. Any information
concerning them will be gladly re-
ceived. Address:
REV. WM. CHAPMAN,
Pastor A. M. E. Church.
820 H. St., San Diego, Cal.
INFORMATION WANTED.--
Of my brother Lazarus Hunter. He
goes by the name of Lazarus
Evines. His father's name was
Luke Hunter. Mother's name was
Penny Hunter. There were five
children, Tonettes, Rutha, Lazarus,
Alex and Mandy. All of us were
sold to Gray Little, and Lazarus
was sold to Dr. Boyeton, who carried
him from North Carolina to
Alabama. My name is Alex Hunter,
but I go by the name of Alex Foeman.
Any information of his
whereabouts will be gladly received.
ALEX FOEMAN
Weyanoke P. O., La.
INFORMATION WANTED.--
Of my relatives. My sisters names
are Lorcas, Hannah, and Pleasant;
our father's name was Hardy Bray.
When last heard from they were in
Chatham Co., N. C., about thirteen
miles above Pittsboro, N. C., just
above Millen Springs. Any information
concerning them willl be
thankfully received by their brother,
Garrett Henderson, Griffin, Ga.,
P. O. Box 238.
INFORMATION WANTED.--
Of my sister Tobitha Jackson. I
left her in Nashville, Tenn., March
1880. Our home was in Versailles,
Tenn. Our mother's name was
Jackson. Our father's name was
Hardy Jackson. There were four
children: Ben Jackson, Tobitha
Jackson, George Jackson, and Sallie
Jackson. Our mother died eight
years after the war. Our owner's
name was Richard Jackson. My
sister Tobitha was a member of the
A. M. E. Church in Nashville in
1880. Any one knowing where my
sister is will kindly inform me at
Butler Post Office, Mississippi.
Respectfully,
G. J. Jackson
INFORMATION WANTED.--
Of my two brothers, Jerry and Reuben
Burks. When last heard from
they were at Springfield, Mo. I
was quite a small girl when taken
away from them by my young mistress,
who married a man by the
name of Aien Heggest, of Holly
Springs, Miss. My parents' names
were Louvenia and Sie Burks. All
of us belonged to Henry Burks.
Any information concerning my
people will be gratefully received.
Ministers will please read this in
their churches.
MOLLY MOODY
Pleasant Hill, Miss.
INFORMATION WANTED.-- Any one having fnformation
concerning the whereabouts of Charles Henry Willis
and Josephine Willis, children of Cue and Caroline Wil-
lis [Willis], formerly with Captain Edward Tabb, on North river,
Matthews County, Virginia, will receive the thanks of
the distressed father and mother by addressing Caroline
Willis, --- of S.C. Courtenay, Charleston, S.C.
220-4t.
INFORMATION WANTED.-- I should like to be informed
of the whereabouts of Isaac Bea and James Bea, Anna-
nias [Annanias] Harcum, Atwell Smith and Alfred Redman. When
I last heard of them (four years ago) they were in North-
umberland [Northumberland] County, Va., but they have all left there
Any information concerning them will be thankfully re-
ceived [received], and a suitable reward will be given.
INFORMATION WANTED.-- Mrs. Thos. L. Johnson, of
Richmond Va., who was sold away from Georgetown,
D. C., when quite a child, and who, at the breaking
out of the war, was taken to Richmond, is very desirous
of finding her father, Joseph Thompson, who for many
years was a gardner in and about Washington, working
a portion of the time for one George Robinson. Her
grandmother, Rachel Marlin, lived at Rev. Mr. Gillis's,
and was a member of Asbury M.E Church, Washing-
ton [Washington]. Her sisters, Cecelia and Priscilla, lived with a
Mrs. Mincaster, of Georgetown, and her brother,
Henson Thompson, lived in Montgomery Co.. Md.,
before the breaking out of the war. Any information
in regard to these persons will be thankfully received
by Thos. L. Johnson, Richmond, Va.
INFORMATION WANTED.---OF ARM-
stead Strother, who was sold when about
fifteen from Calliamy Co., Mo. He belonged
to Hobson and was sold from his mother,
Louisa Strother. His father's name was
Joseph Strother. If he can be found he
will please write to his mother, Mrs. L.
Strother, Taylor street, between Main and
Second, South St. Louis, Mo., or to Franklin
Strother, Bowling Green, Pike Co., Mo.
INFORMATION WANTED.--A Colored Boy,
named GEORGE ROBERTS, is missing from his
home since Tuesday afternoon. His mother fears he
is kidnapped. He is about 15 years old; had gray cassinet
pants and a cotton cap, and no jacket. Any information
of him will be gratefully received by his
mother, RACHEL BAYNAN,
No. 36 Budd's Court,
au30-3t* Between 10th and 11th sts, below Locust.
INFORMATION WANTED.--A Twyman, (col-
ored [colored],) of Staunton Va., who married Edmonia
Faulkner, is anxious to find the whereabouts
of his wife's mother, Mrs. Sarah Faulkner,
whose sister was Caroline Tibbs. She went to
Marshal, Mo., from Spring Hill in Madison
county. Her daughter, the wife of A. Twy-
man [Twyman], is now living in Staunton Va.
Marshall, Mo, papers please copy.
INFORMATION WANTED.--Any information
regarding the whereabouts of two boys--
WM. NELSON GREEN and ROBERT NELSON
GREEN--who were sold by John D. Ferguson
to Wm. Franklin, at Frankford, Washington
co., in 1860, will be thankfully received
by their stepfather, ALFRED TYLER,
Springvale, Fairfax county, Va.
Springvale, Fairfax county, Va., aug 31--3t*
INFORMATION WANTED.--ANY ONE
knowing anything of Samuel Prior who
left his home, Staunton Va., about the 1st
of Nov. 1881, for Iowa, will do me a great
kindness by dropping me a postal.
CYRUS M. PRIOR, Bellaire, Ohio.
INFORMATION WANTED.--I was born in
Virginia. My mother's name was Rebec-
ca (called Becky), father's name Billy,
brother's name Washington and sister's
name Sady. I was sold to a slave trader
named Billy Hunter, when I was about
four or five years old, or perhaps younger,
and brought to South Carolina, where I
now reside. I know nothing of my rela
tives. My name is Martha. Any informa-
tion of the above named parties will be
gladly received by Martha Kennedy. Ad-
dress C. G. Garrett, Laurens C. H., S. C.
INFORMATION WANTED.--In the year 1844, three of my children were sold, SARAH, WILLIAM and PRISCILLA, from the estate of Mr. Lucius Dixon, of Fauquier county, Va. They were small children at the time.--Since then I have never heard of them, write to me of their whereabouts. Direct to the care of Captain Murray Mason, Haymarket, Prince William county, Va. MIMEY GRIGSBY. Haymarket, Prince Wm. co., ap 25-3t* [Southern papers please copy.]
INFORMATION WANTED.--Jacob Comton, a colored boy about 14 years of age, left his home on Friday, October 13, and has not been seen or heard of since. Any information concerning him will be thankfully received by his uncle, Joseph Snively, 219 Meadow Lane.
INFORMATION WANTED.--Left her home
about four weeks since, a colored girl, eight years
of age, well grown, and talks quick, with large eyes;
her right name is FRANCES ARCHER, but she
now answers to the name of Frances Johnson. Any
person knowing of her whereabouts, by giving me
information will be liberally rewarded.
WILLIAM JOHNSON,
o9-1t* No. 10 Currant Alley.
INFORMATION WANTED.--My daugh-
ter [daugter], HANNAH BUTLER, formerly owned by Dr.
William White, of Deep Creek, Norfolk county, was
sold from the auction house of N. B. Hill, of the city
of Richmond, one year ago, since which time I have
not heard from her.
Any information in regard to my child will be thank-
fully [thankfully] received by her distressed mother.
TULA BUTLER,
de27-4t* Norfolk City.
INFORMATION WANTED.--Of
John Haskins. He belonged to
Mrs William Hayward, who iived
at Goven Bridge, Bailey Neck, and
Easton, Talbot Co., Md. He left
Baltimore, Md., and went to Cin
cinnati, Ohio. We heard that he
got married in Cincinnati and made
it his home. His niece Sarah E.
Wilson, daughter of Peter and
Mary Richards. wants to know his
whereabouts. Any information
will be thankfully received. Ad
dress SARAH E. WILSON.
Easton, Talbot Co., Md.
INFORMATION WANTED.--Of Anderson
Walker. When last heard from, September 2nd,
1864, was at Athens, Georgia. His former owner was
Ferdinand Thirwell. Any information will be
thankfully received by his wife. Address Lucy
Walker, Leader office.
INFORMATION WANTED.--Of John and
Mercy Powell. At last accounts. they were em-
ployed by the Rev Mr. Harrison, at Savannah, Ga. Any
information respecting them will be kindly received by
Tony Manegan, Wentworth St, opposite Grace Church,
Charleston.
INFORMATION WANTED.--Of Julia
Williams (colored) and John, her
child about 12 years old, supposed to
be in company with Joe and Amanda
Miles, all of whom came from George-
town [Georgetown], Pettis Co., Mo. Address the
husband.
JOHN WILLIAMS, Topeka.
(Papers please copy.)
INFORMATION WANTED.--Of my
brother, Eugene Swayze. When last
heard of he was in Chicago, Il. When
he left I was living ten miles N. E. of
Benton, Miss. Any information of his
whereabouts will be gladly received by
R. B. Swayze, Alcorn College, Rodney,
Miss.
INFORMATION WANTED.--Of my sis-
ter Mae Etta, daughter of Caleb Wat
kins and Luvenia Whitsett. My father
was owned by a Mr. Watkins and my
mother by a Dr. Wm. Whitsett. We
children went by our mother's name. The
last I saw my sister she was in Glasgow,
Barren county, Ky., and had become the
property of a Dr. Mills My brother
George and I, aged respectively, 7 and 9
years, were taken from our father in Ken-
tucky and carried to Bonham, Texas, be
fore the war by Dr. W C. Whitsett ; our
mother had died. I heard some years ago
that my sister was sold down in Virginia
and married. I should be glad to hear
from my three half brothers: James
William and Frank Garvin, sons of Caleb
and Lucy Watkins. The last account I
had of James he was in Caverno, Olms
tead station. Kentucky Any information
concerning them will be very gladly re-
ceived by an axious brother. Address,
John Whitsetta, Newton, Jasper county,
Iowa.
INFORMATION WANTED.--Sarah Stewart,
who formerly belonged to Mr.
Charles Miffleton, of King George Co.,
Va., is somewhere in this state. Any
information of her whereabouts will
be thankfully received by her brother.
CHARLES STEWART, Demoplis.
Alabama papers please copy.
INFORMATION WANTED.--The subscrib-
er [subscriber] desires information of her children,
JAMES, JANE and LOUISA HARRIS, for-
merly [formerly] belonging to Mr. Frederick Foote, of
Prince William county, and who have been in
the South for several years, and of whom their
mother is anxious to hear some tidings. Any
information will be most thankfully received.
Address, FANNY HARRIS,
Care of Samuel Gregory,
my 25-3t* No. 12, St. Asaph st.
INFORMATION WANTED.--The undersigned
desires information concerning
Frank Brady, colored. He left
his home in Woodville, Rappahannock
county, Virginia, about eighteen
years ago. He has been heard of once
since, at which time he was at Charleston,
South Carolina. Any information
concerning him will be thankfully
received by Henry Brady, Shippensburg,
Pa. Exchanges please copy.
Information Wanted.--We have received
a letter from a freedman named
Preston Pagitt, residing in Liberty,
Bedford Co., Virginia, who desires information
regarding his wife and three
children, who were taken from near
that place to Alabama, some ten years
ago. His wife's name was Ann Pagitt,
and the children's--John Alexander
Calhoun, Casandra Jane McDaniels and
Mary Lydia Frances.
Our exchanges will confer a favor
by noticing the above:
INFORMATION WANTED.-An old colored woman, named Winny Washington, (formerly Winny Redget) has not heard from her children since the war, and any information in regard to them will be gratefully received. The names of her children are: -Rozetta, William, James, Sarah, Ellen, Nancy and Evalina Redget. Southern papers are requested to publish this notice.-Address, Staunton, Va.
INFORMATION WANTED.-Any information of the whereabouts of Anderson Booker, (colored) who has not been heard from since the close of the war, will be thankfully received by the undersigned. He is supposed to be in the lower end of the Valley or on the border of Maryland. Address
FRANKLIN BOOKER,
feb 5-1t Staunton, Va.
INFORMATION WANTED.-Information
of the whereabouts of WILLIAM or ROB-
ERT BELL, colored, formerly of Leesburg,
but now believed to be of Washington, is desired
by WILLIAM CLAIR, at the Infirmary, in
this city. mh 3-3t
INFORMATION WANTED.-Information is wanted of the whereabouts of a colored man by the name of Joe Perrin, who is supposed to be in Kansas, or adjacent States. Any information of his whereabouts will be thankfully received by his son, Joseph Perrin, at Elyria, Ohio. Western papers please copy.
INFORMATION WANTED.-Kilby White,
an old colored man from Onslow county, N.C.,
called on us this week and asked our
assistance in finding his son Caesar. Caesar is
about eleven years of age, and was living
with a family in Mocksville until last
November, when he left, saying he was going to
work on the railroad to get money to go
home, since which time nothing has been
heard from him. His father has come four
hundred miles in search of him, and is in
great distress at the loss of the boy, and any
one knowing his whereabouts would do a
christian act by informing his father who is
going to work on the N.W.N.C., railroad
for the purpose of getting money to get home
on.-Winston Sentinel.
INFORMATION WANTED.—
Of my brother, Isaac Chappel,
son of Rev. G. W. Chappel, of the
North Georgia Annual Conference
of the A. M. E. Church. When
last seen he was in Milledgeville,
Ga., in 1881, and left there and
went to Helena Ark. When last
heard from he was in Helena, in
1891. Any information concerning
his whereabouts will receive a
grand reward from me. The pas-
tors of the churches of Helena
will please me much by reading
this to their congregations. Ad-
dress Arthur L. Chappel, Ringgold
Garcatoosa co., Ga.
INFORMATION WANTED.—
Of my brother, Scott Henderson.
He belonged to Preacher Henderson
near Cedar Hall, Worcester
Co., Md. His father's name was
London Schoolfield. His mother's
was Leah Henderson. He had a
brother by the name of Frank who
is living and is known by the name
of Frank Quinn. The last time
Scott was heard from he was in
Alabama. Any information of his
whereabouts will be thankfully received
by FRANK QUINN.
Pocomoke City, Worcester Co.,
Md.
INFORMATION WANTED.—
Of my brothers and sisters. There
were five of us, three boys and two
girls. The boys' names were Ben-
ton Ransom and James Ransom,
and my name is William Ransom.
I was taken from mother when one
year old, and never have seen them
since. I got letters from them when
I was preaching at Wentville, Mo.
My mother's name was Marie Ran-
som; the girls' names were Edna
Ransom and Emily Ransom. Edna
is married now. They were all in
Lexington, Virginia. Any infor-
mation concerning them will be
gladly received by Rev. W. T.
Hamilton, Centralia, Mo., Box 124.
INFORMATION WANTED.—
Of my mother Rachel Embry. My
name was Henrietta Embry when I
was taken from home. I left my
mother in Baltimore, Md., and came
to Texas with Rutineth Barafe. My
name is Henrietta Anderson. Any
one who can tell me where my
mother is, I will reward them. Ad-
dress me, care Rev. W. H. Ander-
son, San Angelo, Green Co., Tex.
INFORMATION WANTED.—
Of my sister, Matscy Detella. She
belonged to Captain Detella. She
married Abram Thomas and had
one child before they were sold.
My name was Lamy Detella, but I
am now married, and my name is
Lamy A. Only. Also Cassie Detel-
la, my husband's cousin. My hus-
band's name is Geo. Only, better
known by Geo. Hull. Any infor-
mation will be thankfully received.
Address our pastor, Rev. J. J.
Brown, Bucksville, S. C.
INFORMATION WANTED.—
Of my son Rev. W. W. Jackson.
When last heard from he was in
Little Rock, Arkansas. Informa-
tion will be gratefully received by
Jas. A. Jackson, Georgetown, S. C.
INFORMATION WANTED.—
Of the people of Mr. Wm. McKen-
zie. His mother's name was Annie
Demar before marriage. She said
there were eighteen in the family.
Her name now is Mrs. David Mc-
Kenzie, and she lived in Glaston
County, Va. Address Robert A.
Jetor, Box 386, Lee Mass
INFORMATION WANTED.— Geo
Baum, of Manteo P. O., Dare Co.,
N. C., desires information of his
two children, MATILDA MEEKINS
and WILLIS MEEKINS. They be
longed [belonged] to the estate of Esther Meek-
ins [Meekins], and were carried from Roanoke
Island into the Confederate lines in
1861. When last heard from, his
daughter was at Company Shops.
She is thirty-two years of age, but
it is not known whether she is mar-
ried [married]. Should this notice meet the
eye of any person knowing their
whereabouts, or of the children
themselves, they will oblige by
communicating with the father, as
above, or with V. A. Crawford, Esq.,
Agent, New-Berne, N. C.
INFORMATION WANTED.—Cynthia Marshall wishes to obtain information relative to her children Glover, Calvin, Luther, Daniel, Orange, Stephen and Lathio Marshall, who when last heard from were owned by David Hunter of Nashville, Tenn. If any person can obtain the necessary information, they will please address the advertiser, care of Anglo-African office, 184 Church st. York City.
P.S.—Some portion of the family may possibly at this time be in some part of Virginia.
215-26t
INFORMATION WANTED.—Evelina Evans,
who resided in New York City in the year
1860, left that city and went to Canada the
same year; since that time also has not been
heard from by her relations. Her husband's
name was James Evans. Address her uncle,
Henry Jackson, Evansville, Indiana.
Papers friendly to the cause of Humanity,
please notice.
INFORMATION WANTED.—Of my
father Adam Nanney. When last heard
of he was living in Ohio. Before going
to Ohio he lived in Alled County, Ken-
tucky. Any information of him will be
very thankfully received by his son
LEVI NANNEY
Address W. R. Alexander, Box [undecipherable]34,
Maline. Ill.
Information Wanted: Of Esther, who formerly belonged to Mr. Thomas Singleton, who formeryly lived in North Carolina. Her husband was named Theo Simmons. She had two sisters by the names of Darkus and Violet. Her daughter's name is Rachel, but was called Sidney, is living in Augusta, Ga. and is very anxious to hear of the whereabouts of her mother Esther, if living. She was sold from her when about ten or twelve years of age, about twelve or thirteen years ago. Any person having any knowledge of her will please write to Henry Roundfield, care of Wyman & May, Augusta, Ga.
Information Wanted: Of Richard, Martin, Lucy and Francis Nagles, who were carried from the trader's office, in Hamburg, SC., to Twiggs County, Ga., Mary Nagles who formerly belonged to Mr. Samuel Gilchrist, of Florida, and Harriet Nagles who was carried to New Orleans, by Mr. Edward Holawny about 20 years ago. Any information of the above parties will be gladly received by their mother who is now living in Augusta, Ga. Write to Wm. J. White, August, Ga.
INFORMATION WANTED:- of Maha
a colored woman, who came from
Missouri, was raised by Richard Sharp
Marion County Sharpsburg Post
[off]ice Palmyra Road. Her mother is
[liv]ing in Palmyra Missouri and writes to
W. Bryant (who was raised with her)
find her whereabouts.
Write to Dr. M. C. Keith, Galveston
[Te]xas.
INFORMATION WANTED—IF ISRAEL
Brown, who was a slave belonging
to William Fulcher, of Hanover
county, Va., and was sold in Rich-
mond [Richmond] during slavery, is still living,
please write to his wife, MARY ANN
BROWN, care of Mr. Roy McChes-
ney [McChesney], Montpelier, Hanover county, Va.
June 17, 1910.
INFORMATION WANTED—Of
my Brother Stephen Canady, he
was born on the Eastern Shore of
Md., Caroline county. His mistress'
name was Clara P. Parnell. I saw
him last in 1839. Also William
Walker, son of Allen Walker, of
the same place. My former name
was Alonzo Canady, but now
Joseph Peco. Any information
concerning them will be gratefully
received. Address, Joseph Peaker,
Lahasta, P. O., Bucks county, Pa.
INFORMATION WANTED—Of
Rev. C. Peterson, a member of the
North Ala. Conference. Last heard
of he was in Boston, Mass.
Any information of his whereabouts
will be thankfully received by Rev.
R. Gray, address North Birming-
ham, Ala.
INFORMATION WANTED—Of a free Colored
MAN, named MARK ASHMORE; supposed to be
about 35 years of age. He lived when a boy, with
Nathaniel Shuff, Inkeeper, Trenton, N.J., and passed
by the name of Mark Shuff. His mother, by her will,
bequeathed to Mark two houses and lots. A liberal
reward will be paid for information that will lead to
his whereabouts. SAM'L. B. STAFFORD,
mh7-1t* Attorney of the heir, Trenton, N.J.
INFORMATION WANTED—OF DAN BUAIL (COLORED),
born near Culpepper Court house, Va.; he is 23 years of age.
Any information will be thankfully received by his brother,
Lewis Buail, Fort Stevens, Oregon.
INFORMATION WANTED—OF STEPHEN DENNIS (colored), from Eastern Shore, Maryland, Caroline county, owned by Serena Pelton, by his sister, Betsy Dennis. Call at 314 West Forty-sixth street this week.
INFORMATION WNATED.-- I would like to be informed of the whereabouts of my Uncle, William Briggs. He was living in Williamsburg, Virginia about five years ago. Any information concerning him will be gladly received by Augustus Mosby, 149 Fourth av., Chicago, Ill.
INFORMATION--Gwynn Carr and Jack Carr
want to hear from their sister LOUISA and
brother CURG, who belonged to Gip. Powell, liv-
ing [living] about four miles from Buffalo, West Virginia,
before the war. Any information addressed to
GWYNN CARR, care of Panola Oilworks, Memphis,
Tenn. , will be gratefully received.
INFORMATIONS WANTED.
Notice. --Information is wanted of my
father Mathews Jucks, of my mother Louisa
Tate, of my brother Henry Tate. Former-
ly belonged to Fred Tate, of Russell county,
Alabama. Address, Henry Tate, Toledo,
Ohio. Munroe St. [sep26 6w
Informatoin [Information] is wanted of the
the whereabouts of Henry Hendrick,
son of the late Boliver Hendrick,
formerly of Forkland, Green county,
Alabama. When last heard from
he was somewhere in the State o[f]
Texas, but the name of his post
office is not known. Any information
concerning him will be greatfully
received by his brother.
H. B. HENDRICK.
Forkland, Greene County, Alabama, July
28, 1881.
----- Whig and Observor, Eutaw, Alabama.
Informtation Wanted.
I would like to know the where-
abouts of my brother, if he is dead
or living. Any news of him will be
gladly received.
JESSE STRANGE.
INQUIRING FOR RELATIVES.
I am writing to inquire for Mr.
Johnnie Blakley or Mr. Johnnie Fri-
erson [Frierson], as he is known by both names.
Any one knowing of his whereabouts
will please notify me at once, as I
am very anxious to communicate with
him. I am his niece and have not
heard from him for some years, so
any information about him will be
gratefully received. Please send any
news of him to Mrs. Mary Kimbrow,
Bonner Springs, Kan.
INQUIRING FOR RELATIVES.
One Mrs. Jane Wilson, who failed
to give her resident city, writes the
Globe, asking information concern-
ing [concerning] her brothers and sisters. She
left them in Gibson County. The
family name was Sharp.
The communication was signed by
one W. F. Smith. Any information
concerning Mrs. Wilson's relatives
will be printed in this paper.
INQUIRING FOR RELATIVES.
Philadelphia, Penn., Sept. 29, 1913.
Rev. R. H. Boyd:
Dear Sir and Brother—I am writ-
ing you asking you if you know of
a man in your city by the name of
John Ruffin. I am inquiring to try
and find him. My father was born in
King and Queen County, Va., owned
by Col. Alexander Fleet. His fath-
er's name was Lewis Ruffin, his
mother's name Fannie Ruffin. He
had two brothers, Lewis and Robert
Ruffin: one sister whose name was
Mildred Ruffin: his wife's name is
Jemima. Before her marriage to him
her name was Jemima Davis: her
owners, John Fleet, of King and
Queen County, Va.
Dear brothers, if there is any in-
formation concerning his where-
abouts it will be gladly received by me,
as I am more than anxious to find
him.
Yours for the Master's call,
REV. J. R. Ruffin,
1027 Dakota street, Philadelphia,
Penn.
INQUIRY FOR FRIENDS
Madison Medley, who was formerly owned by
a man by the name of Burtis, is living about ten
miles from Raleigh, Wake Co., North Carolina.
Any of his friends wishing to hear from him can
do so by addressing his sister,
NANCY ANN THOMAS,
Sept. 8-2t. Richmond, Ind.
Inquiry Notice
I want to find my son, his name is
John Thomas Bass, but was often call-
ed John T. Norris, because his grand-
ma raised him. His mother was nam-
ed Rebecca Bass, his father Joseph
Bass, his aunt, Elizabeth Norris. He
has two uncles, Edward and Robert
Norris. He went to Chicago, and I
heard he was married and had chil-
dren. He will hear something for his
benefit if he will write to me.
His mother is married again and is
named Rebecca Mitchell. Her address
is No. 14 Sage Street, Staunton, Va.
INQUIRY — Mrs. Mary Myers
wishes to locate her husband, Mr.
Wade Thornton Myers, who has not
not been seen for five years, any information
will be thankfully received.
Address 650 Hoffman St.
Baltimore, Md.
INQUIRY.
BIG SPRING MONT. CO., VA.
Nov. 30 1892.
Twelve years ago Fred Richard left
home for Rendville, Ohio to work and he
has not returned since. If any person
know of the above named individual you
will do the mother and father of the
young man a favor, informing them by
card addressed to Elliston, Mont. Co. Va.
Yours truly in charity,
CHARLES AND SARAH RICHARDS.
INQUIRY.
Wanted to know the where-
abouts [whereabouts] of my mother who used to
belong to the one Mr. Wilson who
lived at Fort Scott, Kansas, she
went by the name of Mary Wil-
son [Wilson] or Mary Hogan. Her chil-
drens [childrens] names were Jack, Thomas,
Bob, Susan, Ben, Emma, and
Anna. Inquire for a woman that
has the child by the name of the Har-
rison [Harrison] Read. My mother left
Henry county, Mo., in 1862, at
that time she belonged to Mr.
James Hogan. Any information
addressed to Mr. Harrison Reed,
No. 106 West Markham street,
Little Rock, Ark., or to me, at
No.9, East Eighth street, Kan-
sas [Kansas City] City, Mo., will be greatfully received.
L.A. Jackson.
Isaac Gaw, said to be living in Topeka, is wanted in Jeffersonville, Ind. by his sister Lucinda Jones. Any one knowing him would confer a favor upon his sister by notifying her of his whereabouts.
J
J. H. KING.––I would like to find my brother. J.
H. King. I last met him in New Orleans in 1888.
He left there for the City of Mexico. I have not
heard from him since 1890, when his address was
"Apartado" Corraos, No. 409, Mexico. He is for-
merly [formerly] of Montgomery, Ala. He is yellow with
black curly hair. Stands 5 ft. 6 1/2 inches and 180 lb
in weight. Address, Thos. J. Rogers, 741-65 st.,
Englewood, Chicago, Ill. 1-2-92
J. Soule & Co., attorneys and solici-
tors [solicitors] of Washington, D. C., have writ-
ten [written] to parties in this city inquiring
as to the whereabouts of Wm. Beeks,
colored, for the purpose of turning
over to him a small sum of money
left him by his mother. Beeks' mo-
ther [mother] was a servant in the family of
Carlos Carballo, late of the U. S. army,
when the latter was stationed at Fort
Union, about twenty-five years ago.
Anyone who can furnish the desired
information, will please communicate
with the above named attorneys.
JACOB GARDENER—Geo. Gardener desires infor-
mation [information] in regard to his father Jacob Gardener who
was a slave belonging to Thomas G. Gardener,
Trimble Co., Ky., was freed in 1S46, went to Han
over [Hanover], Ind., near Madison, where he worked for Dr.
Hayes, He carried with him his wife and one
daughter named Martha Elizabeth Gardener. Ad-
dress [Address], Geo. Gardener, 2531 Dearborn street, Chi-
cago [Chicago], Ill.
JACOB GARDINER––Geo. Gardiner desires in-
formation [information] in regard to his father Jacob Gardiner
who was a slave belonging to Thomas G. Gardiner,
Grimwell Co., Ky., was freed in 1846, went to
Hanover, Ind., near Madison, where he worked for
Dr. Hayes. He carried with him his wife and one
daughter named Martha Elizabeth Gardiner. Ad-
dress [Address] Geo. Gardiner, 2531 Dearborn street.
JAKE AND CALLAWAY FARMER––I wish to find
my uncle Jake and Callaway Farmer. Jake when
last heard of was in Boonville, Mo., in 1883. Cal
laway [Callaway] was last heard of in St. Louis, in 1863.
Both belonged to Jesse Farmer of Callaway Co.,
Mo., Address, Mrs. Matilda Nash, Barkersville,
Mo.
Jane Blanford, of Brazoria Co.,
Texas, who wishes to find her
mother, writes the following in-
quiry [inquiry]: I left my mother, father, two
sisters and a brother in Galveston,
Texas. My father, whose name was
Baraber Smith, died about three
years after I left. After this my
mother and the other children were
taken to New Orleans and sold by
Edward Settle. Their names were
as follows- Fanny and Milly Settle,
and brother Baraber Smith. My
name was Jane Settle.
JEFFERSON, March 26, '77.
I want to find my children. Their
mother's name was Mary McDaniels.
The oldest girl was named Harriet
and two boys named Henry and
Wesley. She was the mother of six
children, three being dead. She lived
in Dangerfield, Titus, (now Morris)
county, Texas, and belonged to Mr.
McDaniels, a grocery keeper. I
went by the name of Fayette Leftridge.
If the children are alive the
oldest is about sixteen We were
separated in 1861 by a division of
the estate. Any information will
be thankfully received. Address me,
at Jefferson Texas.
FREDERICK TYLER.
JENNIE NORMAN - I wish to find my sister Jennie Norman. Her father's name was Wallace. Her mother's name was Lucinda. Jennie was at Ples. Norman's sale to Billy Magee, who sold her to a Frenchman. Jennie was light brown in complexion. Address Ellen Warmack, Box 104 Hickman, Ky.
Jerrah Oliver, Hempstead, Waller
county, Texas. desires information
of the following named persons,
his cousins, viz.: Nanny, Margaret,
Lou, and Saclia. Their master's
name was Vaughn or Vaughner,
and lived in Columbia, Caldwell
Parish, Louisiana.
JESSE HENRY JOHNSON—Is a brown skin youth
with a broad face. He has large ears which stand
off from his head. The first joint of the little
finger of his left hand is off. He was born in
Vicksburg, Miss. He is 18 years oly. He left me
two years ago in Washington County, Miss. Ad-
dres [Addres], Anna Barnett, 3315 Manchester Road, St.
Louis, Mo.
JOHN BUTLER.—I wish to find my brother John
Buttler I heard from him last in 1879. He was
then at Leanville, S C. Any information will be
gladly received by Thomas Butler, 2849 La Salle
street, Chicago, Ill. 5-21-92
John F. Friend, now in Morgan
City, La., desires information of his
father, Rev. Solomon Friend, a
Methodist ; last heard from in Brazos
county, Texas, twelve years ago.
JOHN LANAGAN-Iuformation is wanted of John Lanagan and family. He is of light complexion and had three children when last heard of at Helena. Ark., in 1884. He was cook on a steamboat. Address, A.W. Lanagan, Box 116 Burlington, Kan.
JOHN WILSON––-I wish to find my uncle John Wilson or some some of the Alexander family. I last saw them about 1863 or '64 when they were in the employ of Col. A. K. McClure, Chambersburg, Pa., from there they all went West. Address, Charles C. Wilson, Merchantville, N. J.
JOSEPH H. JOHNSON.
Joseph H. Johnson, superinten-
dent of the Lebanon cemetery, and
a deacon in the Payne Memorial
African Methodist Episcopal
Church, Twentieth and Seigel
streets, has disappeared from his
home, leaving a wife and child be-
hind. The cause of his disappear-
ance is unknown to his friends.
He has been gone since May 2. He
has always led a most exemplary
life. He left home informing his
wife that he would return shortly.
His wife, in speaking of the mat-
ter said: "My husband and I
have lived happily together for ten
years and have not had the slight-
est misunderstanding, and why he
should go away so mysteriously I
cannot understand.
Joseph H. Johnson, whose where-
abouts is wanted by his wife is de-
scribed as being light brown in
color, weight 147, height 5 feet 3
inches, and wore dark clothes.
Any one identifying him and
giving information of his where-
abouts will receive a reward of one
hundred dollars.
Address Christian Recorder office
631 Pine street.
Joseph Taylor, Montrose, Va., wants the ad-
dress [address] of Col. John H. Holeman, commanding
the 1st U. S. C. T. Comrade Taylor is a col-
ored [colored] man, and served in that regiment. His
health is now broken down, as a result of his
army service, and as yet he has been unable to
secure a pension.
K
KIDNAPPED--$20 REWARD--My son,
WILLIAM HENRY BAYLOR, was
kidnapped from the Market House, in Alexan-
dria, on Tuesday morning, the 26th of July.
He is aged about 14 years, is about 5 feet high
and stout; very dark complexion, full mouth
with very short white teeth, and when taken off
had a full suit of hair. He had a scar on his
forehead, just above the right eye; when spoken
to he is very polite and pleasant in his manner.
He had on a brown mixed shirt and greyish
pantaloons, was barefooted and had on an old
slouch hat. As he is my son on whom I
am dependant, (his brother being blind and
lame,) I am most anxious that he should re-
turn to me, and I will give $20 reward for any
information that will lead to a knowledge of his
whereabouts. PRISCILLA STARK,
Formerly Priscilla Baylor, Colored.
aug 10--3t
Kitty Presnell would like to
know the whereabouts of her chil-
dren [children] whom she was parted from be-
fore [before] the emancipation. They were
separated from her at Flat Lake,
La. We were then living with
Jesse Paxton. I was sold to Erwin
Williams. There I was parted
from my three children, viz: Davie,
Mariah and Catherine. I have
learned since that they were car-
ried [carried] to the State of Arkansas and
there sold across the river from
Little Rock. I also learn that
Jesse Paxton lived in Little Rock,
Ark. I now go by the name of
Kitty Presnell. Address me at
Navasota, Texas.
L
LAST SAW SON WHEN HE WAS SOLD.
Aged Negro of East Boston Advertising
for News of Brothers and Son, Who
Were Sold Before the War.
In one of the weekly papers devoted
to the interests of the colored people,
and published widely throughout the
country as a religious paper, recently
appeared a peculiar advertisement, which
reads substantially as follows:
INFORMATION WANTED of my brothers
Washington, James, Joseph, Henry and Lafay-
ette [Lafayette] Bond, who were the sons of Moses and Lina
Bond, and brothers of Milla Bond, who later be-
came [became] Milla Dawsey. All were born in the fam-
ily [family] of Daniel Kent, Maryland.
INFORMATION WANTED of John Wesley
Dorsey, born of Low Maller, Maryland, sold at
6 years from his parents, Milla and Nelson Daw-
sey [Dawsey]. Any information concerning tlie above will
gladly be received by Mrs MILLA DAWSEY,
262 Lexington st, East Boston.
Mrs. Dawsey is trying to find her long
separated brothers and son. The adver-tisement [advertisement] comes about 35 years after the
freedom of the American negro slave,
and shows that she herself was a slave.
Back of this advertisement is a story
that is pathetic. A mother looking for
her child that was sold away from her
in slavery over 45 years ago, and which
she has never seen or heard of since; a
sister looking for her long lost brothers,
who, too, were sold away when children.
Mrs Milla Dorsey is, as near as she
can ascertain, about 72 years old, and
has until very recently been living with
her niece, Mrs John Coffee, at 262 Lexington
st, East Boston. She has gone
on a visit to her nephew, Thomas Isaacs,
of [Indecipherable]12 Wayne st, Baltimore.
Mrs Dorsey was born a slave on the
Daniel Kent estate in Calvert county,
Md. Her parents, Moses and Lina
Bond, reared a large family, and as was
customary upon nearly all of the plan-
tations [plantations] of the south during the slave
period, several of their children were
sold to help carry on the estate.
There was born to them Washington,
James Lafayette, Joseph Henry,
Queen Rebecca, Melinda Amphielia and
Milla. These children were early scat-
tered [scattered], and only after the close of the
war and by the merest accident did Mrs
Dorsey ever succeed in finding any. Of
her brothers she has never heard. Her
sisters she has met, and it is with their
children that she spends the remain-
der [remainder] of her days.
According to the slave manner, she
was married to Nelson Dorsey. At that
time they were living in Low Mallow.
Two children were born, a girl and a
boy. The girl died and the boy lived, as
far as Mrs Dorsey can recollect, to be
about 6 years old, when he was sold to
another master. The last that she saw
of her only son was when his new mas-
ter [master] was leading him away.
Time passed and her husband died.
Shortly after that she was sold and car-
ried [carried] to Atlanta, Ga, where the breaking
out of the war and the subsequent eman-
cipation [emancipation] of the slaves found her.
Hoping to reach her brothers and per-
haps [perhaps] her son, Mrs Dorsay has taken to
advertising for them in several papers.
It is doubtful if she will ever be able
to find her son or her brothers. If they
are living, it is doubtful if they would
recognize the names under which she is
advertising for them. Slaves accepted
any name which their masters chose to
give them.
When slaves were found on the plan-
tations [plantations], at the time of the enumeration
shortly after the war, many took their
masters' names. Thus it may have hap-
pened [happened] that Mrs Dorsey's son and broth-
ers [brothers] may have taken the name of their
last masters, and may have never known
their own family name.
LEE A. WOODRUFF.––I wish to learn the whereabouts of my son Lee. Was last heard from at Sunbright Morgan Co., Tenn., Dec. 24, 1890. He was born Feb 11, 1869 and was 18 years old when he left his home in 1887. He is about 5 feet and 9 inches in height, dark complexion. Address Seabrum Woodruff, care S. H. Deudy Laurens S. C.
LEFT HIS HOME--On Tuesday, July 26th, a chestnut colored Boy, about 13 years of age, by the name of WILLIAM C. GRAVES; had on blue checked shirt, black pants, blue cap, and no shoes. Any information of him will be thankfully received by his parents, No. 4 LITTLE KING ST.
1t * WM. H. GRAVES.
Left Home.
Norman Jones, age 10 years left
home Tuesday, Aug. 21st, 1906.
He is a heavy set boy, brown skin.
When he left he wore dark linen
pants, white cap, black and white
blouse. He is called "Tumler" as
a nick-name. Any information con
cerning him will be thankfully re-
ceived by his parents. A reward
will be paid for his return.
JOHN JONES,
MRS. ELLEN N. JONES,
1023 West Leigh St.
Richmond, Va.
Left Home.
On July 11, 1906, Willie Free-
man, left his home, 908 N. 1st St.,
and has not yet returned. He is a
boy 13 years of age, mulatto in
color and wears a full head of san-
dy colored hair. He is very neat
in appearance, quick of speech and
geneally very pleasing in manner.
Any information as to his where-
abouts, dead or alive, will be a
source of great relief to me. If
found, he may return home without
any fear, or if he does not desire to
return home, it will still be a great relief to me to know that he is liv-
ing.
I am, an anxious aunt,
ELLA B. BRIGGS,
908 N. 1st Street,
Richmond, Va.
2t
LETTER OF INQUIRY.
I was sold from my mother when
only a girl. My mother had six
children, Patsy Phillis, John, Lettie
and two others who died when I
was young. I am anxious to find
my sister Lettie Lucinda, who be-
longed to a man named Lawrence;
when he died Lettie was given to
his daughter, a Mrs. Keys. Our
mother was Marinda Wade. Any
information given, please address
MELVIN BELL,
Jan. '98. Knoxville, Ill.
LETTER OF INQUIRY.
22 Nevada street, San Antonio, Tex.,
June 9, 1913.
Nashville Globe, Nashville, Tenn.:
I am sending this inquiring letter
to you in quest of Mrs. Bennie Jacko
or Mrs. Bennie Lampkins. She was
once married to me, but the last
time she married a man by the name
of Jacko; her mother's name was Mrs.
Charlotte Johnson, who lived in San
Marcos, Tex. Bennie was a member
of the A. M. E. Church. Please for-
ward [forward] this letter to the pastor of that
church, if you fail to locate her. We
have been informed that Bennie was
inn Nashville. Her people have not
been able to hear directly from her
in twelve years, and they are anxious
to find her, as her mother is dead
and they don't know whether she
knows of her death. Any informa-
tion [information] will be gladly received. Please
attend to this at once and oblige.
Your reliable friend and brother in
Christ,
E.H. LAMPKINS.
Letter of Inquiry.
CHARLOTTESVILLE VA, Dec. [4?], 1892.
I had a sister by the name of Doll Irving
in Orange Co., Va, belonging to a
man by the name of Elijah Goodwin,
was sold to a Negro Traitor by the
name of Brady. She was a bright mulatto
girl, straight black hair between 10
and 12 years when sold. Her mother
was named Ann, her sisters Maud and
Amy, and a brother named George.
Any information known please address
MRS. AMY WEST,
610 Parrot Street,
Charlottesville, Va.
LEWIS HAMPTON-MASSEY.––He was a slave, and at the age of five or six years was taken from the town of Chesterfield, S.C., by a man named Gideon, who took him to Florida between 1850 and 1860. Our master's name was Jas. Massey, who owned large grist mill and distillery on Lynch's Creek. Address Wade Hampton, Clear Creek, N. Y.
LOOKING FOR LOST RELATIVE.
St. Louis, Mo.
To Editor Nashville Globe:
I am inquiring about a brother of
mine, or I will say a half-brother, by
the name of William Boyd. I am his
half-sister, and if you know any
Boyds among your friends and ac-
quaintances would you be so pleased
as to inquire? He is the son of Brit-
ton Boyd. His mother's name was
Mary Boyd. I have a sister named
Nancy and also a sister named Caro-
line. I was brought from Logan
County when I was five years old. I
don't know you, but a friend of yours,
by the name of Mrs. Hall, told me to
write to you, and maybe you could
give a little information. If so, it will
be thankfully received. A sister who
is in Martinville, Ky., told me that she
thought he was in Nashville, Tenn.
Please answer soon, and oblige
MRS JANE HANFORD.
1016 North Jefferson avenue, St.
Louis, Mo.
LOOKING FOR RELATIVES.
A letter received from Kingsbury,
Texas, contains a request that will
possibly be of some interest to some
one in Nashville. The letter comes
from Mr. Martin Lucas, who is now in
Texas. It seems that Mr. Lucas some
years ago lived in Tennessee and was
associated in the army with George
Rosh, Charley Andrews and Nathan
Andrews. He does not state, however,
what regiment he belonged to. He
had a sister whose name was Agnes
Folks whose husband was named
Archie. Any information that will
lead up to the whereabouts of any of
the above named parties, should be
sent to Mr. Martin Lucas, R. F. D. No.
1, Kingsbury, Texas.
Looking for Relatives.
A pathetic letter was received yester-
day [yesterday] by Inspector Mattingly from James
Bell, colored, a resident of Highwood,
Conn. The writer is anxious to learn the
whereabouts of his relatives, whom he
has not seen for many years, and he be-
lieves [believes] they are in this city. Bell was
born in Stafford County, Virginia, and
his mother was Julia Bell.
Looking For William Gilliam.
Nashville, Tenn., Aug 5, 1911.
Dear Friends:
Does anybody know the where-
abouts [whereabouts] of my brother, William Gil-
liam [Gilliam], from Battle Creek, Tenn. I
would like to know if he is living, or if
dead; if he has any family surviving
him. He has a brother by the name
of Brown Gilliam.
I will be greatly indebted to any
one who will assist me in finding my
lost brother.
MRS. MARY JANE GILLIAM.
Address 1210 Demonbreun street, Nashville, Tenn.
Lost 46 Years Ago.
I wish to find my mother, Lucinda
Duncan, and my brothers and sisters,
Washington Kelly, and Mary Duncan,
Monroe Duncan and Easter Duncan.
They belonged to James Duncan, used
live in Logan couty near Russelville,
Kentucky. Any information of either
of them will be thankfull recived.
HYSON DUNCAN,
Garnett, Kansas.
LOST AND FOUND.
$5 REWARD.—Strayed from Eliza
Starke (his grandmother), in Powhatan
county, about the 1st of December, a LITTLE
COLORED BOY named HENRY SMITH. It is
supposed that he went down to Richmond by
means of a river boat. Any information of him
left at this office will be rewarded and thankfully
received. ELIZA STARKE,
care of Rev. C. Tyree,
fe 5_1t* Powhatan Courthouse.
Lost and Found.
WANTED, TO FIND MY RELATIVES
or former owner's family. I was sold
in Richmond, Va., in the days of
slavery. My father was named Joe,
and my mother was named Sallie. I
had three sisters--Sucky was the old-
est [oldest], and one named Dollie, and one
named Rachel; two brothers--one
named Joseph and one named Green.
My uncle was named Andrew. All
belonged to a widow, by name Mrs.
Mary Anderson, and my young mis-
tress [mistress] married a Mr. Woodfin; he was
keeper of the poorhouse at that time.
I was sold to Mr. Thompson in Rich-
mond [Richmond], Va. Any information will be
highly accepted. Address me at
Aberdeen, Miss. FANNY STRONG.
Lost and Found.
REWARD FOR INFORMATION CON-
cerning [concerning] Mag and Merinda Crawford,
who belonged to Jacob Woodson, of
Richmond, Va., who owned a livery
stable on Broad Street before the
war. His son, Chesterfield Woodson,
a lawyer, who owned me, moved to
Harrisonburg, Va. Please address
GEORGE CRAWFORD, Hearne, Tex.
Lost Children Wanted.
I want to find my children. My name is
Henry Wright. I was raised in Culpepper
county, Virginia, one mile from Fairfax
Court House. First wife's children: Lucinda,
Malinda, James, Myner, Charles. Second
wife's children: Kate, George, Isy and Hamp,
I would be glad for my children or their chil-
dren to come; they will find me in Knoxville,
East Tennessee. My first master was named
Mr. Jack Greene, and used to be a Judge
and do business in Richmond city. My sec-
ond master was named Mr. John Stone, and
used to live at the old Pursley Mills. Ad-
dress, HENRY WRIGHT, Knoxville P.O.
Lost Father.
I was brought to Missouri from Richmond,
Va., when but 3 years of age.
My brother, sister and myself, the two
former are now dead. I being alone, am
quite desirous of ascertaining the
whereabouts of my long lost father, who
I have been told is yet alive. His name
is Walker Haskins, his wife, Sylvia Haskins,
died shortly after I arrived in Missouri.
My name was Elmyra Haskins,
my brother's was Elick Haskins and my
sister's name Rosa Haskins. Mrs Geo.
West, whom I have heard is in Richmond
is my mother's friend, and belonged to
the widow Garrett will no doubt assist
me in finding my long lost father as she
knows of our parting. My address is
Mrs. Elmyra Winn, 2628 Morgan St.,
St. Louis, Mo.
Lost Friend Found by the Aid of the Southwestern.
MR. EDITOR: I cannot say that I am stranger to you, I am from the State and city that you are from, Louisville, Ky. I came to Louisiana in 1885. I belonged to Major Throckmorton; I was raised at the Galt House, on the corner of Maine and Second streets. My father was Peter Page, he died in 1861. I have found my Aunt Mary Jackson, through your good paper. I had not seen or heard from her for 30 years. Your paper has found many lost relations. I have found all mine except one brother, Peter Page. The last time I saw him, he was in the army with John Throckmorton, he was in Vicksburg when I last heard form him. I am glad to know that Kentucky has raised a son, and sent him to the South, who has improved our paper so much, and can speak for his people. There are five in my family who subscribe for your paper. You have 20 subscribers in Rosedale. We have a nice church and many good people and may God bless the Bishop for sending Rev. G. W. Wells to this place.
Rosedale, Dec., 18, 1884
LOST FRIEND.
I would like to know the whereabouts of Mr. Thomas J. Steward an old soldier of the 14th R. I. Heavy Artillery of Providence. When last heard from he was working in the Treasury Department at Washington, D. C. gratefully received by J. E. Johnson, 73 Summer street, Providence, R.I.
Lost Friends Found Amen.
MR. EDITOR--I notice an inquiry
in the column for "Lost Friends"
from one Sims Johnson, inquiring
for his sons as follows: William,
James, George and Hiram. I am
his son William, I think, for that
is my father's name, and also my
brothers' names. He failed to give
his postoffice address, he only said
he lived in the eastern part of
Mississippi; and that is where my
father went when he left Texas.
Please ask him to give his
postoffice address or write me as
follows: William Johnson, Marlin,
Falls county, Texas.
Lost Friends.
We make no charge for publishing these letters
from subscribers. All others will be charged fifty
cents. Pastors will please read the requests pub-
lished below from their pulpits, and report any
case where friends are brought together by means
of letters in the Southwestern.
MR. EDITOR---I wish to inquire
for my people through your paper,
one by the name of Edie Spradlin
and one Kittie Spradlin, of Marion
county, Alabama; also a brother
named Tilivore Spradlin and one
Richard Spradlin. I left them in
1843. I was sold to Joe Bazamorah,
and my sister named Elizabeth
Spradlin was sold to Norphas
Samphors. My name was then
Norah Spradlin, but it is now Norah
Mosely. Write to me, in case of
my son, Daniel Mosely, Grand Cane,
Louisiana.
Lost Lelative.
I would like to know the whereabouts of my
son, John Scott, who left here with some race
horses some time ago. The last I heard of him
he was in some part of Nebraska, but has since
left there. Any information will be gladly re-
ceived [received]. MRS. ANNIE BELL,
Lee's Lick, Harrison Co., Ky.
LOST MOTHER.
Would like to know the whereabouts
of my mother whose name is Betsey
Ann Taylor. Address
Mahalia, Johnson,
Waxahachie, Texas.
Lost Relative
WANTED―To know the whereabouts of
David Walker, who is a sailor by occupation and
lives or did in Boston, Mass., up until a few years
ago. He was an ctive Mason and belonged to the
Blue Lodge No. 4 or 5. The colored Masons in
Boston will please make inquiries. Information
sent to William Walker, 131 First St. S. W.
Washington, D. C. will be gratefully received.
LOST RELATIVE
Mrs. Millie Harden of Morris county
Kansas would like to find her sister,
Mrs. Anna Davis of St. Paul, Minn.,
who was comming to Des Moines, Iowa
Please call at 125 W. 3rd street.
Mrs. Millie Harden.
LOST RELATIVE
Want to hear from George Saddler.
Last seen in Waco, Texas, in 1866
by his sister-in-law, Phyliss Petti-
grew. Please write Frances Whip-
ple, R. R. No. 4. Mt Vernon, Mo.
Lost Relative.
I would like to know the whereabouts of
my three brothers named John, Squire, and
Bill. who lived in Rutherford county, Tenn.
My Mother's name was Annica Rucker. I
was sold from her 25 years before the war to
a man by the name of Beard in Wilson coun-
ty, Tenn. My mother and three brothers
were then caried to Louisiana, where she
died. We all formerly belonged to Thomas
Rucker. My present name is Mrs, Murray
Thompson, and my address is Rosedale, Kan.
Lost Relative.
Information wanted of my mother, father,
and two sisters, names: Caroline, Vincent,
Harriet and Caroline. I saw them last about
thirty years ago in Lexington, Ky., near College
hill. I was called by them "Quincy." My
name is John Quincy Adams Bradley; I lived
with Henry Clark in Lexington, Ky., at that
time. Address all information to S. D. Jackson,
Pensacola, Fla.
Lost Relative.
I would like to find my brother Geo.
Thomas Grayson, my uncle Samuel
Grayson, my first cousin W. James,
he was the son of my step brother.
My mother's name was Sarah Grayson
my father's Willian Grayson. I was
born in Baltimore in 1852. I have been
to sea for twenty years and it has been
sixteen years since last I heard from
them. Any information of any of the
above will be thankfully received by
William E. Grayson,
Baltimore, Md.
Lost Relative.
I would like to know the whereabouts of my
brother, Tony Murphy. The last I heard of him
he was living at Surrounded Hill, Ark. I was
Mrs. Katie Saddler the last time I remember
seeing him. Any information in regard to his
discovery, will be thankfully received by
Your very truly,
Mrs. Katie Moore,
Fayettsville, Ark.
Lost Relative.
I would like to know the whereabouts of my
daughter, Mary Ella Clark. I was sold from
her to a man by the name of 'Squire Killer
Bruce, near Paris, Tenn.; my name then was
Little Maria Clark. I have also a sister
Charity Clark. Any information of the above
will be thankfully received by Mrs. Maria
Dawson, Mound City, Ill.
Lost Relative.
I would like to know the whereabouts of my
people. My mother's name was Nancy Graves,
my father's name Robert Graves; belonged to
Paten Graves, who at that time lived upon
Pig River above Lynchburg, Va. I have a
brother, Thomas, who was my master's servant,
and sister Mary was their seamstress. My
young masters' names were James, Thomas and
Frank Graves. My young master, Frank
Graves, went to Missouri and carried sisters
Kathren and Sarah. Sister Kathren married
a free man, who bought her from Frank
Graves. My mother had eleven children.
My brother's names were Banks, George,
Robert, James and Newton; sisters, Mary,
Kathren, Sarah, Matilda, and Lucy Martin
Graves. My name was Eliza Graves. I was
stolen by old Sam Burger from Mrs. Annie
Green and carried to Lynchburg. From there
he brought me to Richmond, Va., and after I
became free I came up to Jackson, Tenn., and
have been here every since. Any information
will be gladly received by Eliza Ruflin, Jack-
son [Jackson], Tenn.
Lost Relative.
Mrs. Sarah Edwards would like to find some
of her brothers' relatives. My sister's name is
Fanny Martin. One of my brothers' names is
William Whitehouse, the other Berry Williams
or Berry Martin. He used to belong to Robert
Martin. Berry's wife's name is Hannah, and
the used to belong to Joe Garrett. My hus-
band's [husband’s] name was Tip Richardson, he was sold
to Charles Chambers. I married him when 14
years old. His name is now Charley Edwards.
I had two children named Patsy and John Mar-
tin [Martin]; John was sold to Bill Martin, Patsy came
out to Texas with me. We left St. Louis 40
years ago. Any information about them will
be thankfully received by Mrs. Sarah Edwards,
care of The Tonguelet, San Antonio, Texas.
Lost Relative.
My mother's name was Matilda Levy; when
last I saw her she was in Plumb Pains, Md.
I was sold from there 3 yrs. before the war; my
master's name was James Massel. Any in-
formation [information] will be gladly recieved by Sallie
Henry, 403 W. 9th street, Chattanooga, Tenn.
LOST RELATIVE.
Robert Brown, son of Harriett Brown, for-
merly [formerly] owned by Mrs. Cornelius Lucas, of Fal-
mouth [Falmouth], Stafford county, Va., wants the name
and address of anyone who knows the where-
about [whereabout] of his grandfather, Elijah Brown; his
grand uncle, Edward Brown; his brother,
Wm. Brown; or any information that will lead
to their discovery. These relative all, at one
time, belonged to Mrs. Cornelius Lucas, of Fal-
mouth [Falmouth], Va. Address W. R. B. Alexander, Hot
Springs, South Dakota. Papers please copy.
Lost Relative.
Wanted to know the whereabouts of a mother
two brothers and one sister. Mother's name
was Rachel Buncom; sister, Hannah Buncom;
brothers, Louis and Allen. The last time I saw
my mother was on John H. Low's farm, West
Macon, Bibbs county, Georgia, in the year 1862,
as near as I can remember. I was very small
at that time. After the war I left the State and
have not heard from them since. I will be
thankful if the pastors of all churches, or any
else seeing this, who can give me information
will do so by addressing Louis Williams,
Searcy, Ark.
Lost Relative.
Wanted to know the whereabouts of my rela-
tives [relatives]. My father, whose name was Richard
Wright; one sister, whose name was Josephine
Wright; a brother, whose name was Jefferson
Wright; another, whose name was Square
Wright; and still another whose name was
Thomas Wright. I was sold from near Mc-
Ghee [McGhee] college, in Missouri, five years before the
war. I left the above named persons there and
have not heard from them since. My father's
mistress married one George Dockins, (white),
had a brother whose name was Bill Dockins;
another whose name was John Dockins. Any
information about the above named persons
please notify me and oblige yours, Richard
Wright, Grenada, Miss.
Lost Relative.
Would like to know the whereabouts of Hen-
ry [Henry] Payne, who joined the 16th cavalry at
Louisville, Ky. and when last heard of was in
Dallas, Tex. His mother's name is Fannie Ed-
son [Edson], Atchison, Kan., 712 W. street.
LOST RELATIVE.
I am desirous of locating my brother,
last heard of was in Pine Bluff,
Ark. His name is Edward Riley,
55 years old and born in Barnsville,
S. C. I understand he has a large
family and any information furnished
of his whereabouts will be gladly received
by S. S. Green, his brother,
Room 318, Lannom Bldg, Bartlesville,
Oklahoma.
LOST RELATIVE.
I am desirous of locating my bro-
ther [brother], last heard of was in Pine Bluff,
Ark. His name is Edward Riley,
55 years old and born in Barnsville,
S. C. I understand he has a large
family and any information furnished
of his whereabouts will be gladly re-
ceived [received] by S. S. Green, his brother,
Room 318, Lannom Bldg, Bartlesville,
Oklahoma.
LOST RELATIVES
I would like to know the whereabonts of some
of my people, which. to my remembrance,
belonged to a slave-holder by the name of Gamble
and lived at Defate County, Mississippi; my
mothers name was Ellen Gamble, fathers name,
Anthony Gamble, and four brothers, the oldest
Henry Gamble. next Ellison, Walter and Alander;
sisters. Jane, Mollie, Channie, Harriett,
Emiline and myself, Eliza. Old Gamble had two
sisters, both married; one named Steward and
the other Walker; to his sister Mrs. Steward, he
gave myself and sister Jane and my sister
Channie and Mollie to his sister Mrs. Walker,
and my sister Jane was married to a man by the
name of Abb. and my people when learning
they were free, left old Gamble's place by night
but could not take me as I was kept up to the
house, but I remember that in a short time
after they left my mother, sent my sister Mollie
back after me but they would not let her have
me. Any information concerning any of the
persons will be cheerfully received by Mrs.
Eliza Dyson. 8113 Bell Ave., St. Louis, Mo.
Memphis and Holly Springs, Miss., papers
please copy.
LOST RELATIVES FOUND.
Separated from one another since
they were 8 years old, more than
fifty years ago, Mrs. Julia Winn of
Ottumwa, who has not seen her sis-
ter [sister], Mrs. Emery of Highland Park,
this city. These sisters found one
another through Mrs. James Bown of
Ottumwa, who is a relative of them
and had come up here to visit with
Mrs. E. Winn. It must have been a
great meeting for those sisters.
LOST RELATIVES.
I want to find my sister Melvina,
daughter of Charles Gordon, who lived
near Richmond, VA., at a little place
called Chicot. I also had two brothers
by name, Sam and John, all of them
belonged to a Mrs. Susie Sharp, of that
place. Any information leading to
the whereabouts of either or all of
them will be thankfully received. Address,
Rachael Sharp,308 Cottage Lane,
Dallas, Texas.
LOST RELATIVES.
As near as I can remember I was with my
father in 1874 in Fayette county Texas, on the
Brinica farm; his name is Judarn Miller; will
be glad to know his whereabouts. Mother's
maiden name was Julia Mitchell the daughter
of Elizabeth Nunn. Jesse Miller, Operator,
Postoffice Box 203, Ft. Bayard, N. M.
LOST RELATIVES.
I am inquiring about my brother Wal-
ace and sisters, Minnerva and Juda
Braxton, who were sold from Hamp-
ton, Va., by Mr. Karry S. Jones a
great many years before the Civil
War. I was told that one man bought
them all. Our father and mother
were Robert and Malvina Braxton.
I am their sister Lucy. Each has a
daughter named after our mother,
aunt Malvina and Mary. Any infor-
mation concerning their whereabouts
will be gladly received by
MRS. LUCY KING,
814 Nineteenth avenue, North
Nashville, Tenn
P.S.-When last heard of they
were in Beach Grove, Miss.
LOST RELATIVES.
I desire to find relatives whom I have not
seen since before the war. My name is Jane
Chaster now, but at the time was Jane Tomlen.
I have brothers by the name of Emmett and Wil-
lis [Willis] Tomlen, and sisters named Rebecca, Polly
and Sallie Tomlen. My grandmother was
named Allie Fair. We belonged to a man
named Gus Tomlen, at Camlen, Ala. Any in-
formation [information] concerning them will be thankfully
recieved. Address Aaron Johnson, Milivein,
Fla.
LOST RELATIVES.
I have a son; have not seen him since the war.
His name is Thomas Taylor Turner, my home
was in Madison Co., Tennessee, but I left him
in Columbus Kentucky with a man by the
name of John Stevens, who was a Telegraph
Operator. He was between the age of 7 and 8.
His father's name was Sam Turner and my
name was Henrietta Turner. Every pastor
will please read this to his congregation, and
readers will please inquire. Any one giving
information will oblige Henrietta Wallace,
1403 Maple St., Des Moines, Ia.
Lost Relatives.
I should be pleased to know the whereabouts
of Mrs. Anna M. Pope She was formerly in
Augusta, Ga. Her name before she was married
was Miss Anna M. Williams. She married James
Pope, of Agusta. Any information concerning
her whereabouts will be thankfully received by
Edward A. Robinson, Co., C., 24th, Infantry,
with United States boundary commission, via
Bisbee, Ariz., Ter.
Lost Relatives.
I want to find my brother Gilbert, who was
sold with my mother, Lettie Mitchell, about
1847, from Trimble county, Ky., by one Daniel
Trout. Last accounts he was a dray drive n
Memphis, Tenn. Any information will be
thankfully received. Thornton Mitchell, Mad-
ison [Madison], Ind. mar7-4t
LOST RELATIVES.
I will be very thankful if anyone can give me
some information of my mother whose name
was Lucy Barns, and lived in Haywood county,
Tenn. The last time I saw her was in 1861. I
was the only child at the time I was brought
to Texas. My name is John Dennis, and has
never been changed. Adderss J. S. Dennis or
W. L. Dennis, Rice, Tex. Box 13.
LOST RELATIVES.
I wish to inquire for my lost relatives whom
I have not seen since I was ten years old. I
was born in Paris, Henry county Tennessee.
My father's name was Stephe Wright, and be-
longed [belonged] to Bill Wright.--my father died. My
mother's name was Goodly, sisters Evaline and
Emma, brother Nelson, nicknamed Tobe
and myself belonged to Matthew Russell.
When Matthew Russell died, mother sisters
and brothers were sold to Gofer Cox and
moved to Texas. Mrs. Russell bought me
Any information to either will be thankfully
received by Sam Russell, Searcy, Ark., White
county.
Lost Relatives.
I would like to find my people. I
was born in Somerset Co., Maryland
and my master was named John An-
derson [Anderson] of Eastern Shore, Md. I left
about 37 ago. Mother's name was
Peggy. She had a husband named
Adam Lankford. He was my step-fa-
ther [step-father]. My brothers were George, Al-
exander [Alexander], Charles, Horace, Sandy and
myself, (Henry) My brother George
got drowned at Montgomery, Ala., in
Alahoma River. John Anderson, my
master died in Baltimore, Md, before
I left, but was brought home on King
Branch five miles from Princess Anne
County.
I left two sisters in Maryland Ma-
linda [Malinda] and Sarah Ann. My master's
wife was name Layer Jane Anderson
She had children named John and
Lemule. My aunt Harriet was mar-
ried to Simon Parker. My cousins
were Moses, Daniel, Lytt and Ike.
Harriet Parker was their mother, a
sister to my mother, Peggy.
The widow Dryden was our neigh-
bor [neighbor] and W. M. Barnes, master had a
man named Bob, but his name was
Bob Miles. His wife was named Mel-
vina [Melvina]. Thomas Gatewood is in Alle-
ghany [Alleghany] City, Pa, a brother to James
Gatewood of Norfolk, Va., Sallie Cur-
tis [Curtis] is in Hampton, Va., a daughter of
Patsy and Bob Read.
If anyone can give any information
of my people, please address
HENRY ANDERSON OR
SANDY ANDERSON,
Minneola, Texas, Wood Co.
LOST RELATIVES.
I would like to find my relatives. I was born
in Somerset County, Maryland. My name is
Henry Anderson, my Master was John Ander-
son [Anderson] of Eastern Shore M. D., I left about six
years before the war. Mothers name was Peg-gy [Peggy] and my brothers were named Chas, Horace,
Alex, and Sandy I left two sisters in Maryland
Sarah Ann and Malinda, I had a brother
named Geo. who was drowned at Montgomery,
Ala., on the Alabama River. John Anderson,
my master, died in Baltimore before I left
Maryland, but was brought home. His
wife was name Layer Jane Anderson. She had
children name John Wesley and Lemule And-
erson [Anderson], Mary Elizabeth Carnelia and Louisa
Anderson. I had an aunt name Harriet. She
was married to Simon Parker. My Cousins
were Moses, Daniel, Lott and Ike. My aunt
did belong to Marie Adams, I was sold to John
Sanders and was afterward sold to Judge Per-
kins [Perkins] in the state of La. Any information will
be gladly received. Address Henry or Sandy
Anderson, Mineola, Tex., Wood county.
LOST RELATIVES.
I would like to know the whereabouts of my
people whom I have not seen or heard of since
the war. They lived in Delta County, Mississip-
pi [Mississippi] and belonged to a man named Gamble. Their
names were--mother and father--Anthony and
Ellen; brothers, Ellison, Henry, Mauder and
Walter; sisters, Harriet, Channie, Emline,
Mollie and Jane. They went by the name of
Gamble at this time. Any information concern-
ing [concerning] them will be thankfully received.
MRS. ELIZA DYSON,
3113 Bell Avenue,
St Louis, Mo.
LOST RELATIVES.
I would like to know the whereabouts of my
lost relatives who were separated from me in
slavery. I was taken from Scriven county, Ga.
My father's name was Jeff. Cooper, and moth-
er's [mother's] name was Susie Cooper, my sisters' names
were Anna Cooper, Siler Cooper, Katie Cooper
and Sallie Cooper. My brothers' names were
James Cooper, Bill Cooper and Rimeon Cooper.
I last saw my father and mother with Tobe
Rodgers, and they were the estate of Jefferson
Robinson. My slave name was Daniel Cooper,
my name at this time is Daniel West. Any in-
formation [information] concerning any of these parties will
be cheerfully received by Daniel West, Dykes-
ville [Dykesville], La.
LOST RELATIVES.
Information is wanted of Octavius Oldwine,
who was last heard of at Point Pleasant, La.
His sister, Mrs Addie Johnson, would like to
hear from him, or concerning him. Address,
62 Whiting Street, Chicago, Ills.
Lost Relatives.
John Smith is desirous of locating Aurila
Smith, his sister, and Jobe Smith, his nephew,
who formerly belonged to George Long, of
West Virginia, fourteen miles above Point
Pleasant, on the great Hanawha river. Aurila
Smith was the daughter of Billy and Sallie
Smith, and when I last heard, they were in
Calhoun, Mo. Any information leading to
their discovery will be thankfully received.
JOHN SMITH.
Box 18, Whitewood, S. D.
Lost Relatives.
Mrs. Alexander Bailey, nee Sarah Catherine
Hunt, a prominent resident of our city, is de-
sirous [desirous] of locating Wm. Henry Harrison Hunt,
Mary Jane Hunt, Francis Russell Hunt, Charlie
Hunt, and Margaret Hunt, her mother: who
formerly belonged to Jim Crain and came from
Poplar Plains, Ky., to Lexington, Ky., in 1850.
Any information leading to their discovery
will be thankfully received by Mrs. Bailey,
2120 Lucas avenue, St. Louis, Mo.
LOST RELATIVES.
Robert White belonged to Joe Camp, and
was raised at Jonesboro, Clay county, Ga. He
had three daughters, Mary, Lizzie and Hattie
two sons, Wash and James. Any one know-
ing [knowing] of such persons will please inform
JAMES CAMP
Clarendon, Ark.
LOST RELATIVES.
To the Nashville Globe:
Will you please assist me in finding
some of my people whom I suppose
must be living in Nashville, or some
part of Tennessee? The name of the
family that I am looking for is Ma-
rina. One of their names is Jerry
Marina, another is David Marina, while
my father's name is Ben Marina. My
name is Willie Annie Marina. I
am a girl without a mother. I am
now keeping house for my father. We
are anxious to find some of our peo-
ple. Whoever knows of them will
please write to me.
W. A. MARINA,
Van, Ark.
LOST SISTER.
Mrs Mary Francis Ross and Mrs
Tennie Jenkins would like to know
if anyone knows the whereabouts of
Mrs Augusta Ridley; was last heard
of 30 years ago at Hern, Texas
They parted in Anderson, Texas She
was a faithful member of the A M E
church She had three sisters and
one brother when last heard of,
Tennie Wells, Alice Wells, Mary
Wells and Lawrence Wells, a brother.
Anyone knowing anyone by that
name or who can give any inform-
ation [information] will oblige the writer by in-
forming [informing] Mrs Mary Ross and Mrs
Tennie Jenkins, Iola, Kansas.
LOST, a small BRIGHT MULATTO
BOY, aged about twelve years, named ED-
GAR [EDGAR]. He was raised by Mrs. James Garnett, of
Caroline county. Any information on him will be
thankfully received by ESTHER, his mother, at
the residence of Mr. John Freelan, corner Fifth
and Cary streets. de 4_2t*
LOST, STRAYED AND FOUND.
LOST.--About the 1st of May, 1865, my
child CAROLINE, about eight years old ; was
in the employment of Mr. -- Griffln, who was
living in Fluvanna county, who removed to Fau-
quier [Fauquier] county in August, 1865, carrying the child
with him. Since his removal I have heard nothing
from her. Any information regarding her will
be rewarded, and thankfully received by me, care
of " Richmond Dispatch. "
NANCY STEWART,
mh 9_3t* Richmond, Va.
LOST, STRAYED AND FOUND.
LOST.--Strayed from home, on the 12th
instant, a dark mulatto BOY, about seven
years of age, and about four feet in height; had on
red socks, or stockings, blue pants, blue jacket
with brass buttons, and also a blue cap with a red
heart upon its crown.
Any information concerning the above-men-
tioned [above-mentioned] child will be thankfully received, and his
parents' anxiety relieved, if left at this office. The
child answers to the name of WASHINGTON.
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LOST--Sister--Frances Austin was her name when
sold to speculator Bess, 27 or 28 years ago. She is
about 45 years old, mulatto, and had one child when
sold. We belonged to Andy Austin. Our mother's
name was Cloa. She came to her death hanging herself.
She had three children, Amos, Frances and
myself, Caroline. We all lived at or near Chillicothe,
Mo. Any information thankfully received. My address
is Muscogee, Indian Territory. Caroline Halloway.
Lost.
I wish to find my brother, Dick
Bush. who was born in Tennessee,
and wae the slave of Edward Bush, a
negro trader, who was our father.
My mother, Fannie Bush, was sold to
Thompson, a negro trader, who sold
her and left us two very small children
alone. I was then sold, in or near
Nashville, Tenn. to a Mr. Holiway
who brought me to Mo. I was very
small then and went by the name of
Elza Bush. I am married now, and
my name is Eliza Montgomery. The
last time I heard of my brother, he
was sold to some one in Texas. Any
information of his whereabouts will
be thankfully received. Address,
Eliza Montgomery, 912, 3rd. St.
Chilicothe, Mo
Lost.
I wish to find the whereabouts of
my farther, Edmond Clark, and my
mother, Matilda Clark. The last
time I heard of them they were in
Carbondale, Ill. Any information
will be thankfully received by their
son. If neither of them are living
will Willie or Mary Clark, their
grand-children, who were with them
at that time, please let us hear from
them.
MASON CLARK,
JUDIA CLARK.
Garnett, Kansas.
LOST.
Emanuel Pope, formerly of Azoo
county, Miss., wants to know the
whereabouts of his sisters, Polly
Pope, two married sisters, Milly
Kane, Adeline Jane Pope, broth-
ers [brothers] Joe and Larkin Pope. He left
them July 4th, '63, after the fall
of Vicksburg Miss. They belong
ed [belonged] to Nanie Denmond. If known
please address BEE office Wash-
ington [Washington], D. C.
LOST.--Wandered from her home, in Anne Arundel
county, near Brooklyn, on the 9th inst., a Colored
Woman named ELIZA JANE HAMMOND. She is
25 years old, a dark mulatto, has her hair cut short
and a scar on the top of her head. She has lost her
mind from an attack of fever, but is entirely harmless.
She is supposed to be somewhere in Baltimore,
where she has mostly lived. Any information concerning
her will be conveyed to her friends if left at
the Sun office.
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LOST.--Yesterday, a colored girl, between ten and
eleven years of age, recently from Hampton, Connecticut,
named Hannah Lathrop. Any information respecting
her will be very thankfully received, and the informer
rewarded by the subscriber, at No. 3 Mott street.
C. M. BURNETT.
New York, April 1, 2834.
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LOUIS BROWN––I wish to find my brother Louis Brown. We are from Bowling Green, Ky., and moved to Louisville and lived at 9th an Chestnut streets. Our mother Nancy Brown died. Address Mrs Pickens 2405 State street, Chicago, Ill.
LOUIS VITCHARD––I desire to learn to learn the where-
abouts [whereabouts] of my brother Louis Vitchard from whom
I was separated at Cloutierville, La., thirty-three
years ago. Address Mrs. Florence Haynes. Ober
lin [Oberlin], Ohio.
LOUISA WARREN--I wish to find my sister Louisa Warren. She left Natchez, Miss., in 1875. She used to belong to a man named Dunbar. Address, Edmund Warren. Harrison, Miss.
Lucindy Millsap, a colored wo-
man near Conyers, Ga. wishes in-
formation of her two brothers,
London and Anderson Bass, who
ran away with Gen. Sherman's
army in 1864. London Bass was
totally blind and was led off to At-
lanta, Ga., during the seige of that
place, by his brother Anderson,
making the remarkable trip
through the woods and swamps a
lone, going in the direction of the
Union artillery. Northern papers,
and any papers wishing to do a kind
act to a poor colored woman, will
please copy.
LUCY SAMPLES––She was last heard from in La Grange, Tex., in 1876. She had one daughter by the name of Eliza Price. Address, J. W. Hunter, 95 E. Main New Albany, Ind. 3-26-92
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MALINDA JANE LANGFORD.––I wish to find my sister. Her name was Malinda Jane Prondfit. I last met her in Evansville, Ind., in December 1885. She was 5 feet in height, weighed 140 pounds. She married a man named Henry Langford. Anyone who can furnish information regarding her whereabout will be liberally rewarded Mrs. Ella Pickenf, 741-65th street, Englewood Chicago, Illinois. 1-23-91.
MALINDA ROGERS––I would like to find my brother and twin sister. My sister's name was Malinda Rogers, my brother's name was William. I last saw them in 1874 on Asheland plantation, Washington, Mississippi. Any information of their whereabouts would be thankfully received by Mrs. J. W. Willis 379 East Summit ave., Youngs Own. Ohio.
MALINDA ROGERS—I would like to find my
brother and twin sister. My sister's name was
Malinda Rogers, my brother's name was William.
I last saw them in 1874 on Asheland plantation,
Washington, Mississippi. Any information of
their whereabouts would be thankfully received by
Mrs. J. W. Willis 379 East Summit ave, Youngs own. Ohio.
MANCHESTER AND VICINITY.
Midlothian.-The quiet village of Midlo-
thian [Midlothian] was the scene of an incident several
days ago the like of which rarely occurs.
In the spring of 1855, Robert Cox, a negro,
belonging then to a gentleman in this vi-
cinity [vicinity], was married to a woman of the same
neighborhood. Several months after his
marriage he was sold to a trader from
Georgia, and was carried to that State,
leaving his wife in Virginia. She, too, was
sold a few years afterwards to a resident of
another State. Though they were sepa-
rated [separated] and each ignorant of the other's
whereabouts, they both concluded to
start out in search of each other.
For more than six years they were sepa-
rated [separated]; but the war being ended and
they being set at liberty, began the task of
finding each other. The man having heard
from several sources that his wife had left
Virginia, thought it useless to visit his for-
mer [former] State; but after long years of search
throughout several of the southern States,
and not having any clue to her whereabouts,
he concluded to visit his old home before it
would be too late. But fortune favored
him. His wife, having given up all hopes
of meeting with him again, had returned
here, and occupied the same old log cabin
that she once resided in years before.
When her husband came back again to the
old cabin, and he beheld the one he had
spent years of sorrow and toil endeavoring
to find, they recognized one another, and
the shout that arose from that cabin and
rang through the forest near by will be re-
membered [remembered] by them as long as they live.
After finding his wife he carried her down
to Georgia to live, and they are at present
residing in that State.
Married After Fifty-three Years.
Oskaloosa, June 5. There was sol-
emnized [solemnized] here today a wedding that re-
united [reunited] “Uncle” Robert Warren, of Os-
kaloosa [Oskaloosa], and Charity Atwater, of North
Carolina, after a separation of 53 years.
The two were married according to
slave laws at Chapel Hill, North Caro-
lina [North Carolina], 60 years ago. Seven years later
after five children had been born to
them, the father was sold to another
master and taken to Tennessee, 700
miles away, and the family broken up.
No word could be gotten back and
forth, and finally Robert married again,
his second wife being “Aunt Liza,” an
historic character, who died here dur-
ing [during] the winter. Since her death Robert
has found out the residence of his early
wife, and as a result of correspondence,
the lady arrived here day before yester-
day [yesterday]. Both old people are now past 80.
They have four living children, two of
whom are now preachers, one a Meth-
odist [Methodist] and one a Baptist.
Martha A. Washington (colored), New Albany, Ind., wishes the names and present postoffice addresses of any officers or enlisted men of Co. B, 113th U.S.C.T., who remember her late husband, George Washington, of said company and regiment, and of his contracting rheumatism at or near Memphis, Tenn., in April, 1864.
MARTHA HAWKINS, (COLORED,) OF YORK-
TOWN [YORKTOWN], VA., wishes information of her son,
ISAAC MARTIN VAN BUREN HAWKINS, who
went South with Captain Dunbar of a New York Re-
giment [Regiment]. d27-3t*§
MARY ANN DORITY.—I wish to know the where-
abouts [whereabouts] of my mother Mary Ann Dority and also
my sister Mary Jane Dority. When last heard
from she was working for Mrs. Price in Oxford,
O. My brother, Dan Dority was last heard from
Westerville, Ohio. I was separated from them at
Oxford, Ohio. in 1872. Address, George W.
Dority, Care THE APPEAL, Chicago, Ill.
MARY BROWN wishes to find her
daughter, MARY WESLEY GLASSCO. She
was sold about eighteen years ago by Judge John
A. Meredith, of Richmond. I have not heard from
her since. At the time she was sold, my name was
Mary Glassco ; since which time I have married.
MARY WESLEY GLASSCO has a brother named
William James Glassco. Any information
addressed to MARY BROWN, care First African
Church, Richmond, will be thankfully received.
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MARY WILSON—Any information of my mother Mary Wilson will be gratefully received by the undersigned. When last heard from she lived at 116 W. Harris street Atlanta, Ga. Address, R. D. Ware, 509 Central ave. Minneapolis, Minn.
Master Willie Cook, of Peytonville, Little River county, Ark., wants to know the whereabouts of his father, Samuel Cook. Any knowing will please write to him or us. -- ED.
MINTER CITY LEFORE COUNTY, MISS.
February, 15th 1879}
Editor SOUTHWESTERN, I wish
to make inquiries through the
SOUTHWESTERN ADVOCATE, of my
brother Ephraim Patison. He was
owned by Mr. John M. Bell before
the war. A citizen of New Orleans,
my brother Ephraim was known as
a cook. That is what he was following
the last time I heard from him
He had a wife and two or three
children the last time I heard any
thing of him, which was about 8
years ago. Yours Truly,
EDMOND PATISON.
MISCELLANEOUS.
I, HARRIET BURTON, colored, am here
at Montgomery and would like to know
of the whereabouts of my father, Mat
Burton; my mother, Milinda Burton; my
sister, Cinthy Burton; my sister, Mitildy
Burton, and Tom Burton, the man that
owned my two sisters in slavery time.
Harriet Felder, daughter and sister of
the Burtons; call at Ross St., No 14.
MISS FLORIDA KIMBAL, NASHVILLE,
Tenn., care Rev. T. B. Caldwell, in-
quires for her children, Clayton and Bol-
ing Thompson, formerly lived in Morgan
connty [county, Ala , servants of Asa and Mary
Thompson.
MISS FRANCIS POVLER INQURIES [INQUIRES]
for relatives, all of whom, a mother,
Mrs. Jennie, two brothers, Benjamin and
Soloman and a sister, Mary Esther, once
belonged to James Meaders, Chambers
county, Ala. Address me care John S.
Taylor, South Norwalk, Conn.
Miss Priscilla Davis is inquiring for her family. She was born at Mr. John Audrus' plantation, in the parish of Iberville, La., and was the daughter of William and Eliza Davis. She has a brother Moses and a sister Matilda Davis. She has not seen them since the war. Address at Union Chapel M. E. Church, New Orleans, PRISCILLA BAPTISTE.
MISSING BOY.
Borrowed a Horse and Buggy and
Disappeared.
INDEPENDENCE, Nov. 16.––James
Heater, 15 years old, residing east of
town, borrowed a horse and buggy
from a neighbor in his father's name.
Subsequent developments prove the
father knew nothing of the transaction,
and search has failed to discover the
whereabouts of the boy or outfit.
MISSING BOY.
His Parents Are Anxious to Hear From
Him.
LAKE MILLS, Nov. 10.––Laurence
Carr left his home, at Bristol, on
September 17, 1894; he was seen last at
Oskaloosa, October 17, 1894. He is 13
years old, small size, thick set, brown
eyes, brown hair. His parents grieve.
Any information will be thankfully re-
ceived [received]. The authorities of any city or
town where he may be will confer a
great favor by writing to John Carr,
Bristol, Ia.
MN. Editor-Allow me to in-
quire for my people. I left them
in Rutherford, Tenn, in 1849. They
belonged to D. C. Dement; he died
and they were sold to James Flem-
ing. Their names were Austin
Dixon and Dilsia Dixon. They had
three children with them, Caroline,
Virgil and William. The last I
heard of them they were living with
Joseph Dement in Carroll county,
Tenn., in 1869. The latter were my
grandmother and grandfather. My
mother's name is Mary Jane Ford,
their daughter. I was brought to
Mississippi in 1850 by Lucinda
Dement. I was called Beriah
Dement at that time. Since then
my name is changed to A. B. Dick-
son. Address me, care of Rev. N.
Pearce, Yazoo City, Miss.
A.B. Dickson
MORE LOST RELATIVES.
Mr. Alfred W. Griffin, son of Mr.
Kenney Griffin, who is now residing
at Battle Creek, Mich., is in search of
a relative of his, by the name of Red-
dick [Reddick] Slade, son of Sabee Slade. He
says, when last heard of, this rela-
tive [relative] was living in Suffolk, Va. If
any one knows the whereabouts of
this Reddick Slade, please notify Mr.
A. W. Griffin, whose address is 52
High street, Battle Creek, Mich.
MR EDITOR: I wish to inquire for my grand mother. Her name was Hester Simmons. I heard from her three years ago. She was then in Camden county, South Carolina. I had a sister by name Salena Lockwood, and uncles, Jacob Simmons and Mack Simmons. Uncle Mack was a preacher. Address me at Houma, La., L. SMITH.
MR EDITOR -- I wish to inquire for a lady by the name of Annie Foster, who has a book to collect money for the church at Carthage, Mo. Any information as to her whereabouts will be gladly received. Address Rev. A. Ramsey, Carthage, Mo.
MR EDITOR - - I would like to find my brother. He left me in Alabama when I was six years old. He went by the name of David Vance when he left me. Our father was named Jacob Vance and sister Susan. I heard that my brother was at Yazoo City, Miss., and went by the name of David Johnson. My name at that time was Harriet Vance, but is now Hariet Betts. Address McAlmont, Ark.
MR EDITOR - I am desirous of
finding my father, whom I have not
seen for 18 years. The last time I
saw him was at a place called Rads
Hill. His name before the war was
Ned Smith, and he went to Mobile
and went by the name of Ned.
Glisper. His wife's name was
Lydia. He had one son named
Hallan Smith, who left them at
Mobile. My mother's name was
Eley Hudson; her father's name
was Jacob, and her mother went
by the name of Johanna Dixon.
She had three sisters, Peggy Spain,
Mary Taylor, Betsy Cray; and five
brothers: Jack, Galomoy, Paul,
Silas and Dick Dixon. My name
is Henry Smith. I hope every one
will assist me in finding my father
Address J. H. Smith, Fox Trap,
Miss.
MR EDITOR - I desire to inquire
for my kin folks. My mother's
name was Nan Avon. She lived in
Tallaco, For Smith county, Arkansas.
I had three brothers, Jesse,
William and Irvine. I also had
two sisters, Jane and Lucy. Please
address me at Caney, Matagorda
county, Texas, in case of Green
Baldridge. My present name is
ALMIRA SHEPHERD.
MR EDITOR - I wish to inquire for my people whom I left in Decatur, Ga. When I left Georgia I came to Alabama with Alfred Wickshom; when in Georgia I belonged to Kirkpatrick. My mother was named Selie and my father Elie, and both belonged to Kirkpatrick. I had three brothers and two sisters; the oldest was named Jim and the others Daniel and Nathan. My sisters were: Anhicky, nicknamed 'Hicky," and Adeline. When I left them I was only 12 years old. Mr. Editor, please help me to find my people. Ask the preachers in Georgia to read this to their congregations. I am now living in Macon, Noxubee county, Miss. My name was Dilcy Patrick but is now Dilcy Taylor. I have been trying to find my people for 18 years. I heard from them once, but have not seen them in 43 years. Address any information to my son, Lee Jones, Macon, Miss.
MR EDITOR - In my inquiry for lost friends you put my name Lucy Ann Jones. There are many Lucy Joneses here. My name is
LUE ANN JONES
MR EDITOR -- I wish to inquire for my brother whom I left in Missouri, near a town called --- Missouri. I do not recollect the name of the county. I have not seen him since long before the war. My name is Jane Allen. My name is Eliza; she first belonged to Richard Snell and was sold to a man by the name of George Ciles. I had step brothers, (three belong to Richard) by the name of James Davis and Charles Snell. I can't remember the names of the three that was with mother. Brother James was a mulatto. When I left I was only twelve years old, Any information concerning them will be gladly received. Address Jane Allen, Hempstead, Texas, in care Rev. L. Felder.
Mr Editor -- I desire to inquire for a man named Taney Cacen, who lived in Greenville, New Orleans. Address me at Booneville, La. Ralph Amos
MR EDITOR -- I wish to find
where mother, brothers and sisters
are. I left mother in Eastern Texas.
When I last heard of her she
was living with a man that bought
her, named Campbell. Mother had
five children when I left her -- one
boy Joe, four girls. The oldest was
Julia Ann Burns. Maria was given
to a man who married in the Burns
family. Mary went by marriage to
the Burns. Lucinda was sold to
John Kidd. We were all sold in
January and set free in June of the
same year. My name was Lucinda
Burns, but I married. Address me
at Reagan Texas.
LUCINDA SINGLETERY
MR EDITOR -- I wish to inquire
for my father, James Boxler. His
owner's name was Daniel Boxler
I left him when an infant and was
brought to this country by Parker
Brooks. Mother and uncle were
brought out with me. Mother,
Eliza Brooks, belonged to Parker
Brooks. I was born in Chatham
Co., N. C. Address me at Locksburg,
Ark. PETER BOXLER
MR EDITOR -- I wish to inquire for my kin people. Mother is Sinthie Soule, father Chas. Cain, oldest brother Rufus Soule, eldest sister Inez Soule, brother Wirt Soule, I was raised to 18 years of age and came with James Gaze. There were also Ike and George Soule. Address me at Hallettsville, Texas. STEPHEN BRAZIL
MR EDITOR ---- I desire to inquire
for John Warren, James Young,
Harriet Young, Pollie Sparks,
Beverley Young, Martha Walker,
Julia Chatham, Francis Warren
and Emeline Walker, of Union
county, Alabama. I live at
Shqualak, Nxubee couuty [county],
Mississippi. REUBEN MASON.
MR EDITOR ---- Josephine Bucket wishes me to seek information through the SOUTHWESTERN for her mother and father. Her mother's name was Catehrine Holden, and her father Alex Holden. She lived with her uncle, Lee Holden, in Leon county, Texas. She was hired to one Lewis Wright, but was sold to one Mr. Denis, who carried her to Burleson county, Texas, in 1863. They used to call her Josie. She is now Josephine Bucket -- her post office is Burleson, Burleson county, Texas. Any information concerning the above named parties will be thankfully received by Alfred Smith, San Antonio, Texas. P. S. ---- Information may be sent to Mrs. Josephine Bucket, or to me, A. Smith, at San Antonio, Texas.
MR EDITOR : I wish to hear of my brother. I left him on the eastern shore of Maryland, in St Mary county, in 1851 or 1852. I belonged to Gov. James Thomas. Brother was Jayaret Cooper; one was John Henry, another Henry Juberter. Mother was Sally Juberter She had two sons and one daughter. Address me, care Rev. M. Dyer, Sicth Street M. E Church, New Orleans. ELIZABETH JACKSON.
MR EDITOR : I wish to inquire for my father, Thomas Beankum The man that owned him is Ben Beankum, who lived at Kentucky, Hickman county, near the line of Tennessee. And my brother Henry Thomas, who lived at the same place owned by the same man. Next Patsy Thomas, at the same place. Emeline Thomas, at the same place, Isabelle Thomas, America Thomas. My mother died at New Madrid Bend, near the banks of the Mississippi river. My sister died on Green Watson's, in New Madrid Bend. Yours, Address me on Valence between Royal and Jersey streets, New Orleans, La. BENJ. THOMAS. New Orleans, May 16th, 1882.
Mr Editor :- I wish to inquire for my father and mother and relations. My father was Washington; my mother, Elva. Mother and her children belonged to Moos Todd, who then all lived in Virginia. The children's names were Ben, Jacob, Alse, Daniel, Elias, Martha. If mother had any other children they were born after I left. My brother and I were sold and brought to Texas 23 years ago. I do not know who my father belonged to. Address me at San Filipe, Texas. BENJAMIN MUSE.
MR EDITOR-- I desire to inquire for my father and brother. We left Mississippi, Panola county. My mother is named Betsy Syrous, at that time her name was Betsy Carroll; the oldest girl was named Dilley Sims, the others were Moses Sims, Palmyra Sims and myself, Andrew Sims; father was Solomon Sims, and belonged to Tony Sims; my brother's father was Henry Sims, and he belonged to Jimmy Sims of Yallabusha county. The last time I heard of my father he was in Neshoba county, Miss.; the last time we heard of Moses Sims' father he was in Memphis, Tenn. Mr. Johnson went from Memphis to Grenada and told grandma, Milly Sims, that he was in Memphis. Please address any information to A.J. Sims, Cotton Gin, Freestone county, Texas. My mother's master was named John D. Carroll. We have been in Texas about 20 years. My mother has sisters in Yallabusha county, Miss.
MR EDITOR--I desire to inquire
for my people. I left them in
Southport, Ala. They were my
mother, Margaret, uncle, Lewis,
aunts, Nancy, Mary Pocahontas,
Julia Ann, Jane Adaline, and my
brother, Merritt Malone. Please
address me, Joseph Malone, in care
of Rev. W. B. Pullam, Houston,
Texas.
MR EDITOR--I desire to inquire
for two lady friends, Misses Mary
Jane Holmes and Mary Jane
Brown. Miss Holmes was a native
of Mississippi, and lived in Memphis,
289 Union street, and part of
that time at Bantyre Station, Tenn.
I last saw her in December, 1880,
and have not been able to hear
from her. Miss Brown was a
school teacher and came from St.
Louis in 1874. She taught me on
Poplar street, Memphis. Address
Box 82, Springfield, Ark.
W. D DAVIS,
MR EDITOR--I desire to know
and hear from any of the Kelling
family, of Norfolk, Virginia. Address
me at Wiemar, Texas.
DOCK WATSON.
MR EDITOR--I wish to know
where my husband, Bob Christian,
is. He left here two and a half
months ago, on his work, and I do
not know to what point. His child
is not expected to live. I would
like to hear from him and have him
come home at once.
LAURA CHRISTIAN.
Bledsoe's Landing, Ark. June 23
MR EDITOR--Please inquire for
my son. His name is Thomas Rob-
erts. We used to belong to Mr.
Jeremiah Johnson, who lived five
miles from Selma, Ala. I have
been away from there 13 years. It
is about that long, and it was at
that place I last saw my son. If
any one knows where he is they
will favor a mother by writing to
me at Vicksburg, Miss.
CELIA JOHNSON.
MR EDITOR:--I wish to see if I can find my dear father. I came to Texas about 28 years ago, and left my father in Kentucky. His name was Jack Adams. We were brought out of Texas by Billy Wooten. My name was then Sarah Wooten, but is now Sarah Yancey. Sisters were Marcy, who is dead, and Celia. Brother Charles lives here. SARAH YANCY. Columbus, Texas.
MR EDITOR— I wish to inquire for my grandmother, aunt and uncle. Grandmother's owner was Dr. Palmer, of Sumpter county, Alabama. Her name was Palmer. She had seven daughters and two sons the last I heard of her, namely: Maria, who belonged to Dr. Palmer; Gracy Devan, Dorcas Ridel, Manda Brackton, Zelpher Truthgill, Hannah Truthgill, Philis Watkins. I am the daughter of Phillis Watkins. My name was Anna Maria Watkins, but now it is Mrs. Dr. C. T. Howard. Aunts Zelpher and Hannah went to Macon, Miss., with Sead Truthgill. Aunt Manda went to Rush Co , Texas, with Ed Braun Aunt Dorcas lived in Fairfield, Ala. with Mrs Ridel. Aunt Gracy lived in Wallace Co , Ala, with John Devan. Address me corner of Arabella and Perrier streets, New Orleans, La.
MR EDITOR—I wish to inquire for my son, George Wesley. He belonged to Nealy Simpson and he sold him to William Simpson. The last I heard of him he was in Whita, Arkansas. He had a sister by the name of Lucy and one by the name of Creasie and his mother is Sarah Simpson. Address me in care of Lewis Hardeman, San Marcas, Texas.
Mr, Editor: I want to f[undecipherable] people. My stepfather is [undecipherable] Daniel Battle, a minister of t[undecipherable] E. Church, my mother is [undecipherable] Eliza Battle. I have two si[undecipherable]
one is named Christy Ann [undecipherable] and the other is named [undecipherable] Battle. I have three bro[undecipherable] the oldest is named John [undecipherable] the next is Handy Battle, a[undecipherable]
youngest is Caspar Battle. [undecipherable] last time I heard of them [undecipherable] were living in Lamar county [undecipherable] on Little Pine Creek. three [undecipherable] west of Paris. My name is [undecipherable] Goodloe. I am the wife of [undecipherable] son Goodloe. My husband [undecipherable] cal preacher of the M. E. C. [undecipherable] and I am a member also. A[undecipherable] formation will be thankful[undecipherable] ceived.
Yours respectfully,
MARY GOODLOE
Homan st., Miller Co., [undecipherable]
MR. EDITOR--I desire to inquire
for my brother, Elerson Williams.
Last knowledge of him he was at
Grenada, Miss., instead of Sardis,
Miss. My father is a minister of
the M. E. Church at Pontotoc,
Miss. Father's and mother's names
are James and Mary Williams;
Elerson is a twin brother to Hender-
son [Henderson] who is now at Emmaville, Le
flore [Leflore] county, Miss. He was at
Lehrton before, but removed since
Address me at Houlka, Miss.
W. K. WILLIAMS.
MR. EDITOR.--I have got a let-
ter from Turner Petty's people
through the inquiry in the paper.
God bless the paper. It is bring-
ing the people together.
W. H. JACKSON.
Brenham, Texas.
MR. EDITOR: I wish to inquire
for my mother and brother, whom
I left in Maryland. Father and
mother were Henry and Flora Car-
roll. We all then belonged to Mr.
Henry Perry but at his death, I
fell to Mr. John Wesley Perry,
mother to Robert Perry, sister Kit-
tie, went to Louisiana, and Bro.
John Samuel Carroll to Texas, Sis-
ter Bettie died of heart disease in
1860. Mother had a sister Harriet
Holliday, and a brother Abraham
Dent, he was living in Washington,
D. C. at that time. My name then
was Sallie Carroll, I am now Sallie
Ellis. Address me in care S. J,
Brown, Marvell, Arkrnsas.
[Write to Rev. E. W. S. Peck,
pastor of Shrap Street Methodist
Episcopal Church, and inquire for
your people, and he will tell where
you can find one of them.--ED.
MR. EDITOR: I left a son 8 or
9 years old, his name was Levy
Jackson, I left him in Dallas County
Alabama, the nearest town was
Cahawba. It has been 25 or 30 years
since I left him. I want you to write
a letter of inquiry and see if you
can find him for me. I belonged to
William Jackson and was sold to
William Matthis. I received a letter
from him 9 years ago, he had grown
up to be a man and had married
a girl by the name of Anniss
Mosley I answered the letter
and never received any more.
MARY BRYANT.
MR. AND MRS. JOHNNIE DILLARD, of Lynchburg, Va., wish to find their nine children, Mollie, Daniel, John, Millie, Tom-my, Malinda, Jimmie, Mauncy and Margaret Jane (all colored), who when last heard of were sold by negro traders. Write information to Mamie Stuart, rear of 355 Walnut street, Atlanta, Ga. Will pay all expenses.
Mr. Charles Gatson wishes information of his
children, Sam and Betsey Gatson. they formerly
belonged to Washington Fripp, of Newhaw,
South Carolina ; were carried to Charleston
and there sold by a trader to go far South,
it is supposed to Mississippi or Louisiana. They
are now about twenty-two to twenty-five years
old, and were taken away in 1861. Address
Nelson R. Scovel, Cashier, Beaufort, S. C.
MR. DDITOR--I desire to find my
brothr, who went off a few years
after freedom. His name was
Neese Browning, and he belonged
to Blumenberg, in Attala county,
Miss. Father is dead, mother is
living. Address me at Barksdale,
Miss. THOS. HUGHES.
MR. EDIOR:--My name is Jim Wilcox, and my mother's name was Katie Wilcox. She lived in Georgia. She belonged to John L. Wil-
cox [Wilcox]. My father's name was Jack Wilcox; he belonged to Tom Wilcox. If you hear any news of them please let me know and God will bless you. Tell all howdy. I remain yours truly,
JIM DONOLDS,
Groesbeck, Tex.
MR. EDIROR: I wish to inquire
for my unele, Ruben Jemmerson.
I left him in Owens county, Ken-
tucky [Kentucky]. He belonged to Rafe Tol-
ton [Tolton]. My aunts were Sophia, and
Celia. Sophia was sold while liv-
ing [living] in Kentucky. Celia went to
Texas with George Rollin and Dr.
Bryant. Another was named Lu-
cinda [Lucinda] Ray, and belonged to Alford
Tolton. Farther was Nelson Mayo,
and belonged to William Mayo.
Mother had 5 boys and one girl; I
left them in Kentucky. Address
Willis Mayo, Nechaniz, Fayette
county, Texas.
MR. EDITOB - I wish to inquire
for some of my relatives. Father
was John Clark and mother was
Pleasant Cole; sisters Mary, Emily,
and Francis Cole, and a brother,
Milton Cole. They left Kemper
county, Miss., for Georgia with Mr.
John Cole, and I with Jesse Cole
for Arkansas. I am the oldest of
the children, Milton next, then
Mary, Emily and Francis. My
grandmother was Charlotte Moten,
who belonged to Thomas Moten.
Address me at Herbert, Kemper
county, Miss. BETTIE COLE.
MR. EDITOR -- I wish to inquire
for Martha Jane Miller, who was
originally from Nottaway county,
Virginia, and when heard from
about six years ago was living at
Lafourche, on Utopia plantation.
Her mother was named Amy, and
she belonged to a family by the
name of Hyde. Miss Hyde married
Mr. P. J. Foulk, and mother Amy,
one sister and two brothers then
fell to her, after which Martha
Jane was sold in Louisiana. Any
one knowing of her whereabouts
will confer a great favor upon the
undersigned by informing him of
the same. Address Samuel H.
Foulks, New Iberia, La., P. O. box
119, or Mary Elizabeth Foulks,
Jeffers P. O., Nottaway county, Va.
MR. EDITOR ---- I wish to inquire for my relatives, whom I have not heard from since 1857. My mother's name was Eliza Oden, who belonged to a man named George Higgins, who lived in Anne Arundel county, Md. My father's name was William Oden, who belonged to a man named Hall; he also lived in Anne Arundel county, near Millersville postoffice. My mother died in August, 1855, and father died in September, 1855. There were four brothers, William Oden, who I left in the city of Baltimore, Md., in 1857; Charles Oden I left at home in Anne Arundel county in 1857, he was sold about the year 1860; the last I heard of him he was in Ohio, married, and had two children. London Oden my youngest brother, I left in Maryland or somewhere travelling with the white people. I was sold in 1857 to a speculator who brought me to Alabama. I had a sister named Catherine Oden; she married a man named Hawkins; the last I heard her she was living in Washington City, D. C. The ministers will confer a great favor on me by reading this notice from their pulpits. Address me at Refuge, Miss.
REV. J. N. ODEN
MR. EDITOR ---- I desire to inquire
for my mother, Isabella Hickerson.
I left her in Coffee county, Tenn.,
at the head waters of Duck river.
She belonged to William Hickerson.
Please address me at Lovelady,
Texas, in care of James Rollins.
LORKLIN HICKERSON.
MR. EDITOR - - - I wish to inquire
for relatives. My brothers and sister
I left in North Carolina, Granville
county. My children, wife
and I belonged to Jake Gilmore.
Address ALFRED YANCY.
Yazoo City, Miss.
MR. EDITOR - - - I beg leave to
make inquiry for my brother, father,
and my wife's brothers and sisters.
My father's name is David
Clark. He belonged to Dick Buford.
He left here about five years
ago, and went to Tennessee, where
my brother lived. Brother is Jerry
Clark. He did go by the name of
Jerry Norman. He has never been
to Texas. Four sisters and myself
are here now --- Amanda, Julia,
Harriet and and Sarah. Our mother
died Feb. 14, 1875; her name was
Rebecca. My wife's brothers and
sisters are Bettie, Dilcy, Elam,
Willie and Amos. The last I heard
of them they were in Alabama.
Some were about Pineapple. My
mother-in-law is here with me. We
were brought to Texas by Mr.
Jackson McMelan. Wife's name is
Ann; mother's Sarah. Address
me at Columbus, Texas.
ORRIN R. CLARK.
Mr. Editor - Allow me to in-
quire for Betty Hadden. Her hus-
band was Benjamin Louis; he used
to belong to the same man, Had-
den; and i have an uncle, Fred.
Hadden, who lived near Mansfield,
La., with my young master. My
name was Millie Hadden, and I
lived on Red River, but my name
is now Millie Randolph. Address
me at Musson P.O., La.
MR. EDITOR - I am anxious to learn the whereabouts of my mother, her name was Margaret Johnson and was owned by Barney Giltner in Woodford county, Ky., about four miles from Versailles, Ky. She was sold to a trader named McGowan, 30 years ago, who took her South. She had 3 children; the oldest was named Eunice; the second Mary, the next Amelia. Any one knowing such a person will confer a great favor by Addressing Amelia Fountain, care of Rev. D. Jones, Winchester, Ky.
MR. EDITOR - I am anxious to learn the whereabouts of my mother; her name was Sueky Tranton, and used to belong to the widow tranton in South Alabama. She lived at the Cross Roads, near Bridgeville, Alabama. She fell to Mrs. Mary Umphrey. My mother's husband was named Bob Tranton. Mother had six children. One, Francis Tranton, went to Jim Tranton; I saw her during the war, but have not seen her since. Brother Gabriel died in this county. One sister, Arrene Tranton, was sold to Mrs. Betty Steanson. Next sister was named Catherine, and she went with Mary Ellen Tranton. I was at that time Ellen Tranton, and Nancy Hines bought me or I fell to her. I then went to Noxubee, Miss, 12 miles from Macon, Miss, and 3 miles from Memphis, Ala. That is the last time I heard from them. I am now at Marvell, Ark., and the wife of Rev. A. S. Tate. Any one knowing their whereabouts will please address the pastor, Rev. Albert Tate.
MR. EDITOR - I am seeking my
mother - Adeline Morris. The last
I heard from her she was in Alabama.
Her children here are
named Robert Benson and Jane
Arnold. There were only two of
us; we were sold to Jack Rines
and brought to Texas from Alabama.
Address
ROBERT BENSON.
Centreville, Texas.
MR. EDITOR - I desire information
of my father, who was living on Canal
street, New Orleans, the last I heard
from him. His name is Col Dents;
he has two sons, Tom and Willie.
Address me at Luling Texas.
HENRY DENTS
MR. EDITOR - I desire to find
my brother, Pink Alexander. He
left me in Columbus, Colorado
connty [county], and went to Houston about
eight years ago. Address Aaron
Alexander, Navasota, Grimes
county, Texas.
MR. EDITOR - I desire to find
my people. My father was named
Harry Brown; mother Malinda
Brown. There were eleven children
of us, eight brothers and three
sisters. Names of the boys: eldest
David, Bob, John, Humphrey,
Phenton, Newman, Dennis, and
Eleven; girls: Alcinda, Manda
and Mary. I left them in Virginia.
Phenton died before I came away.
Father belonged to Mr. Johnnie
Sullivan; at his death father was
sold to a man in Faulkner county;
he moved from there to Prince William
county. I was sold to a speculator
by the name of Spot Grisbry,
and carried to Fairfax, near
Fairfax Courthouse. I remained
there three years, one year with
Grisbry and two with Johnson,
an the Potomac river. Any information
leading to the whereabouts
of my people will be thankfully
received. Preachers will please favor
me by reading this letter to their
congregations. Address Umphry
Brown, Oktoc, Miss.
MR. EDITOR - I desire to hear
from my people whom I left in war
time. Mother was Mary Thatcher.
She had four boys and four girls;
John was the eldest boy, then
Mark, Richmond and myself, Dock
Thatcher. The girls were Martha,
Eliza, Matilda and Peggy. I left
them in Limestone county,
Alabama. Address, care of Rev. E.
D. Spencer, Argenta, Arkansas.
DOCK THATCHER.
MR. EDITOR - I desire to inquire
for my kin people. I am the
daughter of Summerset and Lucy
Green. I had two brothers named
John Richard and Summerset
Green. I had two sisters, Mary and
Lucy Green. We all belonged to
George Mathews, a lawyer, and
lived in Cumberland county, Va.
I was sold in 1848 for $1,750, and
taken to Louisiana. My present
name is Ann Brewers, and my
home is in Carrollton, La. Should
any person read this who can give
me any information as to either of
the persons above named, I should
be truly thankful to have them
address me at Carrollton, La.
ANN BREWERS.
MR. EDITOR - I desire to inquire
for my mother, Susan; brothers,
George and Louis; and sisters,
Bemersion and Lydia. We were
born in Hinds county, and belonged
to Tolbert Henly. He moved from
Hinds Co. to Mississippi City after
the death of Mr. Henly. I was
then sold to Mr. Wm. Griffin, on
Black Creek. I am now living on
the East Pascagoula, at Moss
Point, Miss. Any information of
the above will be thankfully
received. THOMAS WILLIAMS.
MR. EDITOR - I desire to inquire for my brother Frank, and sisters Jenny, Harriet and Sarah. They all belonged to Gus Perry in North Carolina, and he moved to Texas. They were all in Texas when last heard from. I was sold from them and bought by James Yarborough. Mother was Milly and father Simon. I was the younger brother. Address me at Moreauville, Louisiana. ISAAC WILLIAMS.
MR. EDITOR - I desire to inquire for my brother, James McClindon. He left this place the same year the war closed; I heard that he went to Savannah with Sherman's troops in 1865. If any of my friends, or friend to the colored people know of my brother's whereabouts they will do me a great favor by writing to me at Rome, Ga. Nicey McClindon refugeed to Savannah, Ga, with Dr. McMair. BENJ. MCCLINDON.
Mr. Editor - I desire to inquire for my brother, Simon Scott. I left him in Petersburg, Va. He used to belong to Peter Bird, Esq. Mother's name was Agnes. My aunt's name was Winnie. They were sold to Negro traders. Any information of their whereabouts will be thankfully received. Address Julia Ann Scott, care Rev A. E. P. Albert, Shreveport, La.
Mr. Editor - I desire to inquire through your paper for my people; I left them in 1856, in Lafayette, Chambers county, Ala. - one sister and a brother. My brother was named Willis Ware, and sister was named Caroline Ware; they both belonged to Mr. Jamison Ware, and he sold them to a man named Wm. Moffit, who carried them to Texas. My father was named Mike and mother Fannie Ware, brothers Joe and Jack, sisters Sarah and Mary, and the baby at that time was named Jane. We all belonged to Jamison Ware. Father and mother were sold to a man named Dr. Trimble, and I was sold to a man named Samuel Black, therefore my name at this time is Henry Black, and we are all living near Centre, Cherokee county, Ala. Any on finding the above named will please address Rev. H. Adams, at Centre, Cherokee county, Ala.
MR. EDITOR - I desire to know
the whereabouts of my six children,
whom I left in Carroll county, Miss.,
the first year of the war. We all
belonged to Mr. Steven Burts. He
died and we were divided, and a
Mr. Pratt took some of my children,
and Miss Eugene, daughter of S.
Burts, took the rest. My husband,
their father, died. Wiley Parker
bought me, and brought me to
Texas, The names of my children
were: boys, Daniel, Toby, Nelson
and Walker; girls, Judia and Sillia.
We lived three miles from Middle-
town [Middletown], Miss., on Mr. Davis' planta-
tion [plantation]. Address me, care of Mr. C. H.
Graves, San Felipe, Texas.
MRS. CEILLIA SOURS.
Mr. Editor - I have a brother who was sold in the South before the war. I learned a week or ten days ago that he had been seen in New Orleans. His name is Marshall Grandison, but I suppose he goes by the name of his old master. We were servants of one William S. Carter, of Louisa county, Virginia. Brother was a cart boy on the York River railroad before the war, and there is where Wm. S. Carter sold him, and he never returned home. I learn that he is going by the name Marshall Carter. We are the children of Charles and Lucy Grandison. Address Emanuel Grandison, box 25, Martin's Ferry, Ohio. [I think you will find him, or of him, by writing to some one in the North Carolina Conference. - Ed]
MR. EDITOR - I have a sister by the name of Caroline Nicholas, who was sold from Lexington, Ky. If any one can tell anything of her they will please address C. J. Nicholas, Shelbyville, Indiana. We used to belong to the Russell family. We are the children of Rebecca and Nicholas. We were sold apart before the war. REV. C.J. NICHOLS. Shelbyville, Ind.
MR. EDITOR - I left a mother
named Amanda, in Tuscumbia,
Alabama. She belonged to Stephen
Winston. I also belonged to
him, and mother to Anderson Winston.
Sister Patsy and all the
Winston family are now living on
Cedar Lake, in Brazoria county,
Texas. I should like to hear from
my mother if she is living.
ISAAC RAYFORD.
Montgomery, Texas.
Mr. Editor - I want to find my
sister Harriet. She used to be-
long [belong] to Mrs. Sallie Butler, but was
sold to Mr. Obediah Smith, in
Sumner county, Ky. Edward But-
ler's [Butler's] daughters were Bettie and
Margaret Owens. I am named
Wm. Butler, and live at Princeton,
Gibson county, Indiana.
MR. EDITOR - I want to find my brothers Calvin and Joseph; we all used to belong to Levi Wade, who then lived 7 miles west of Murfreesboro, in Rutherford county, Tennessee. He sold Bro. Calvin to a trader in 1857 by the name of Frank Eallem, and Bro. Joseph went off with the Federal army, I think it was in 1862. Our mother's name was Rachel and father's was Enoch; both belonged to Wade, and my name is Jacob Wade. Any information will be gladly received. Address me at Cook[undecipherable} county, Tennessee, J. A. C. Wade.
MR. EDITOR - I want to find my two brothers and two sisters, Albert and Peter Washington, Delia and Ann Washington. They were sold away from the city by Andrew Jones. Mother was Phoebe and father Charles Washington. I now live at No. 384 Melpomene street, corner of Freret street, New Orleans, La. RICHARD WASHINGTON.
MR. EDITOR - I want to inquire
through your paper for my moth-
er's sister. She was sold to a Mr.
Young when about 8 years old. We
parted in Hardin county, Ky. She
was bought by some one living in
Louisville, Ky.; her name was
Elizabeth; my mother's name was
Jane; we had other connections,
there were Uncles Sam, Bill and
Richmond. Her father's name was
Daniel; he is dead. Her step-
mother was named Charlotte. If
any of you can tell anything of her
or any of them please address
Whitfield Fulton, Paris, Lamar
county, Texas.
MR. EDITOR - I want to inquire for my two sisters; the oldest was Rhody, who belonged to Thomas Wood, who lived in Spartenburg district, South Carolina; she married Ely Dunsley; her last one was named Thomas Smith. My younger sister was Phillis, who also belonged to Thomas Wood. My name was Samuel Wood when I lived there; my mothers name was Seney, and was sold to Thomas Grimes and went to Alabama. Address Samuel Casby, box 221, Georgetown, Ky.
MR. EDITOR - I want to inquire for my uncle. The last time I heard from him he was at Lula, Miss, and he moved from there to Washington county, on Dr. Hoggin's place; his name was Davis Ewell; his mother's name is Hannah, and his father Joe Ewell; he has a sister living at Pickens by the name of Elizabeth Beamon. Any information will be please be addressed to G. W. Beamon, Pickens, Miss.
MR. EDITOR - I wish information
about my mother and sister.
I was taken from my people long
before the war, between Rome and
Walker, Georgia. We all
belonged to Mr. Young, and his son
James Young brought me out to
Mississippi where I now live. My
mother's name is Milly Ann,
and sister's Rosetta and Ownia, brother
Charles Young. My name was
Sebbia Young, but my marriage
name is now Sebbia McColoach.
Any information of my relations
will be thankfully received.
Address me at Greenwood, Miss., in
care of Rev. B. L. Crump.
Mr. Editor - I wish to find my
father and mother, Jesse and Let-
tie Williams. I was about 15 years
of age when I saw them last. They
were living with Ned Holland who
owned a tobacco factory on Black-
water river in Virginia, on the
northeast side. There was a church
on the west side. Billie Dunn
raised me and sold my mother
when I was a small boy. I was
her oldest son, and she stooped
down and kissed me when she left.
I was raised near Franklin Court
House, on Snow Creek. Myself
and sisters Mary and Aggie were
left together. Mr. Dunn sold Ag-
gie to a trader, and Mary was mar-
ried to Burrell Rinkid. She had
three children, the oldest a girl.
Dunn sold me to a negro trader.
When I saw them writing out the
papers I ran away to my father
who hid me over the spring house
near the dwelling of Mr. Holland.
A heavy rain came up one night
and father had to go to the spring
for me. He carried me to the house
and put me in a little room on the
north side, the door opened outside;
he spread a pallet over some onions
and I remained until day, and he
went across the river to get a man
to buy me, but as the contract had
been signed there was no chance
for him to get me. Mother had 12
children. Sister Julia went to
Monrovia. Next brothers were
William and Pollock. I left father
on Sunday evening, returned to
Mr. Dunn, and a week after the
trader got me and carried me to
Richmond. He sold me to Silas
Mahunder, who bought me for his
sister, Jane Johnson. She brought
me to Texas. I was called Jessie.
Address me at Clarksville, Texas,
care of W.S. Thompson.
JESSIE JOHNSON.
MR. EDITOR - I wish to find my
relatives through the columns of
your valuable paper. My sister's
name is Rosetta Spradley. When
I last heard from her she was in
Florida, in 1881; brother in Smithville,
Ga., named Isaac Spradly.
My aunt was named Rosa Rembutt,
she lived in Sumpterville,
Ga.; also her daughter, Julia Rembutt.
Address any information to
me, Drucella Spradly, Bay St.
Louis, Miss.
MR. EDITOR - I wish to find the
whereabouts of my husband, sisters
Lizer, Prescilla and Francis, also
brother Jacob and Ellen Gracy.
Jacob belonged to Elias Bridgers,
in Madison parish, La., not very
far from Mr. Stoneham's and Bear
Lake. Your daughter-in law at
that time, Mariah Moore, but now
changed to Mariah Green, at Plan-
tersville [Plantersville], Grimes county, Texas.
MR. EDITOR - I wish to hear
from or about my aunt, Polly Ann
Ratchford. She was sold to some
one whose name I do not recollect.
My mother is Rhoda and father
George Abner. Oldest brother is
Josephus. Mother had only two
children when they parted, and
Polly Ann had two also. Address
me at Pilot Point, Texas.
A. H. ABNER.
Mr. Editor - I wish to hear of
my mother, Viney, brothers James
and Charley, and sister Sarah.
Brother Charley was nick-named
"Fish." I do not know mother's
name; she belonged to Wm. Harris.
They were carried back to Ala-
bama, I know not what county.
She left me in Texas with James
McCloud and Thomas Harris, a
brother of Wm. Harris. I am her
oldest son, and have not heard
anything of them since the war.
Address me at Hockley, Texas.
JESSE IRVIN.
Mr. Editor - I wish to inquire
for my brother, Billie Govan, who
belonged to Jack Govan, in Mar
shall, Miss. I belonged to old Dr.
Crisp. Husband was Granderson
The last time I saw brother he
came to see us in Tennessee, near
Bolivar; he was not married, but
was courting one Lucy Hardiway;
since that time I have heard that
he married Nathan's daughter,
Maria. I was brought to Texas by
old Dr. Crisp. Husband has sev-
eral brothers - George, Warren,
Bob, Bartlett and Hiram. My
name was Carrie Ann Crisp. I
heard brother Billie was in Little
Rock, Ark. Address me at Alley-
ton, Texas, care Mr. G.R. Smith.
CARRIE ANN SMITH.
MR. EDITOR - I wish to inquire
for my father; his name was David
Brannomn; he left me in Georgia,
in Wilkes county, when I was about
6 years old, and I am now about
46 years of age. My mother's name
was Sennie Brannomn; she died in
Wilkes Brannomn; she died in
Wilkes county when I was about 5
or 6 years old. My oldest brother
was named Richard Brannomn; I
also had one named Daniel Brannomn;
my name was Harriet Brannomn
but now is Harriet Dupree.
My father was owned by a man
named William Henry Brannomn,
our first owners name was Bedford
Cade; Bedford Cade's wife died
and my father went back to Nm.
Henry Brannomn. The last time I
heard from my father he was in
Putnam county, Georgia, living
with the same man, William Henry
Brannomn. The last time that I
heard of my brother Richard he
he was living, and my brother Daniel
is living with me at Bobbin,
Montgomery county, Texas.
HARRIET DUPREE.
MR. EDITOR - I wish to inquire
for my friends, who lived near
Louisville, Ky. Davey Patton had
two sons, Lanshum and William,
also Sophie Abney. Her mother's
name was Lucy. She had two
children, Amelia and John Abney.
They belonged to A.T. Abney,
and went from Randolph county,
Alabama to Ohio. Address,
S. Abney.
Fairfield, Freestone Co., Texas.
Mr. Editor - I wish to inquire
for my people who I left in Peters-
burg, Va. I left at that time my
sister with Henry Thornton. My
name was George Thornton. I left
my sister in the morning in the care
of Henry Thornton. I left my
mother in the evening at Peters-
burg, her name was Serlena. My
father was Jasper. I was there
sold to speculators Tom Brown and
John Booker. I was brought to
Columbus, Miss., and sold, and I
have not heard from my people
since. I now go by the name of
George Peden. I would be glad to
hear from my people. Address
me, care of J. L. Pratt, West Point,
Miss. GEO. PEDEN.
Mr. Editor - I wish to inquire
from Louis Bush, whose name I see
in your paper, did he ever live in
Georgia? If so, did he ever belong
to James Larke. Answer, address-
ing your letter to me at Midway,
Ala. ELIJAH H. WATSON.
MR. EDITOR - I wish to inquire
for a friend named Ed. Harris. He
left Silver Creek November 28,
1879, to go to Kansas. He left two
children. He belonged to H. Woodfolk,
and staid at Greenville plantation.
Address me at Green Hill
P. O. H. WOODFOLK.
Mr. Editor - I wish to inquire
for Mary Gibson, the sister of
Henry Scott. She was sold in
Harrisburgh, Rockingham county,
Virginia. The last I heard of her
she was in Louisiana. She belonged
to a Mrs. Baxter, and was the
mother of four children: James,
Belle, Millie and John. Amanda
belonged to Samuel Barr, Mt.
Crawford, was married to William
Gratten, and was the mother of
two children. James belonged to
Isaac Rinehart; when I last saw
him he lived in Rockingham, Va.
George belonged to Archie Ralston
and lived on Muddy Creek, Va.
Henry Scott belonged to Wm. R.
Hopkins, of Rockingham, Va. Any
person knowing of any of the above
will please answer immediately or
as soon as the others are found.
Address Henry Scott, Steubenville,
Jefferson county, Ohio, care
of Rev. Henry W. Tate.
MR. EDITOR - I wish to inquire
for my brother, Mingo Manley, and
my sister, Venus Allen. The last
time I heard of them was when I
was living in Cass county, Texas,
in 1851, when they returned to
Cass county, Alabama. My sister
left one child here in Texas named
Julia. My name at that time was
Jennie Lemons. My owner's name
was William Lemons, and lived in
Cass county, Texas. Should my
brother or sister read this, address
me at Spring, Harris county, Texas.
My name is now
JENNIE RAYFORD.
MR. EDITOR - I wish to inquire
for my daughter who was sold in
Texas during the war by Mr. Pierre
LaQuor. Her name was Virginia
but was called Jennie. She has a
sister Octavia, and brothers Arthur
and Charles. I received a letter
from her in 1870 or 1871, but have
not heard from her since. I wish
to know where she is, or whether
living or dead. Her mother will
be very thankful for the informa-
tion [information]. Her name is Catherine, and
she now goes by the name of Cath-
erine [Catherine] Gardner, Father's name
was Carey Gardiner. Address, at
St. Martinsville, La.
W. H. JAMES.
MR. EDITOR - I wish to inquire
for my mother. We came from
Alabama to Texas 31 years ago
with Doc Hudson, who sold mother
to Ezekel Leanzy. My mother
was named Dorcas, and I don't
know whether she kept the name
of Hudson or went by the name of
Leanzy. We were separated in
Cook county, Texas. I go by the
old name. Address me, Joshua
Hudson, Basqueville, Texas.
MR. EDITOR - I wish to inquire
for my people. I left them on the
road in a city by the name of Bates-
ville, Mo. My mother, brothers and
sisters's names are: Mother,
Charlotte Whiteside; brothers,
Jessie Whiteside, William Henry
Whiteside, George Washington,
Penny Green and Owa Penny;
My sisters; names, Lusinday White-
side, Julia Whiteside, Mary Eliza-
beth Penny, Louisiana Penny; and
my name at that time was Amanda
Jane Whiteside, but since that
time my name is Amanda Jane
Prince. Please address Amanda
Jane Prince, Goliad, Goliad, county,
Texas.
MR. EDITOR - I wish to inquire
for my relatives, who I have not
heard from since 1886. My brothers,
Wm. and London Oden, were
in the city of Baltimore, Md., Chas
Allen was in Ohio, sister Catherine
married a man named Hawkins
who lived in Washington City, D.C.
My mother's name was Eliza,
and father's Wm. Oden. Mother
belonged to man named Geo. Higgins,
in Ann Arundel county, Md.
Father belonged to a man named
Hall. Mother died in August, 1855,
and mother died in September,
1855. I was sold to a speculator
in 1857; I belonged to Dr. James
Higgins, who lived in the city of
Baltimore, Md. Any information
as to their whereabouts will be
thankfully received by Rev. J. N.
Oden, Refuge Landing, Miss.
Mr. Editor - I wish to inquire
for my relatives; my mother's name was
Millie Limas, father Jack
Limas. At the time I left my sister's
name was Louisa Trip
Eliza Limas, but she has been sold
since then. My brother was named
Randall; he belonged to Major
Williams; my youngest brother
was Virgil; I do not know the man
that bought him. My mother,
father and youngest sister were
brought to Texas; my youngest sister
was named Isabella Readers.
Please assist me to find my people.
I used to belong to a man by the
name of St. John Etters. He sold
me to Twensley, who brought me
to Texas. Any information will be
gladly received. Address me at
Waco, Texas, in care of S. Marx.
My name is now Catherine Webster.
MR. EDITOR - I wish to inquire
for my sister, Nora Lacy. She was
born in Virginia, Chesterfield
county, Bermuda Hundreds. She
belonged to John Archy. Her
mother was named Luvinia Lacey,
her father Willis Lacey, her brother
John Lacey. Address Edgar Wood-
ly [Woodly], St. Martinsville, La.
MR. EDITOR - I wish to inquire
for my sister, whom I left in Fay-
ette Co. Alabama. Her name was
then Mary Jackson; her mother's
name was Lucinda. My mother
and three brothers of us were sold
to ship and brought to this country.
Also our step father, name Jack
Smith. The oldest brothers' name
was Western, next Clark and
Abram. There were two others of
us, a sister and brother, names
Nathaniel and Cathorine. They
were only half brothers and sister
by mother's side. Address Abram
White, Winchester, TeTas [Texas].
MR. EDITOR - I wish to inquire
for my son, who has been absent
about eight years. I have not heard
from him since he left me. He
went to Pontotoc, Miss. His name
is Calvin Moore. He belonged to
old Edward Moore, in the Prairie.
He is tall in stature and ginger
colored. He went off in 1873 I am
getting very old, and want to see
him before I die.
:::::NELLY DOTSON
::Whitefield, Miss.
Mr. Editor - I wish to inquire
for my wife. Her name was Annie;
mine is Buck Sterling. She belonged
to a man in Georgia by the
name of Whit Sterling. She had
a daughter Francis. She left her
in LaGrange, Georgia. Wife was
sold to Mr. Barley, who lived in
Lafourche in war times. The last
I heard of her she was married
again to Benjamin Shankins, who
lived in town. Bunk Sterling was
a one handed man. She was traded
for horses and mules. Address me
at Hackberry, Texas. My name is
now Bunk Hilliard.
MR. EDITOR - I wish to inquire
for the following parties: My
father and uncle; my father is
named Clay Finner; my uncle's
name is Jacob Finner. They for-
merly [formerly] belonged to Joe Finner, in
Tippah county, near Ripley, Miss.
The last I heard of him he was in
Aberdeen, Miss. My mother's
name was Aime Finner, and when
she was sold from Clay Finner she
had three children. Their names
are Susan, Margaret and John.
We now go by the name Cooper.
Address A. J. Cooper, Holly
Springs, Miss.
MR. EDITOR - I wish to inquire
through your paper for my
relatives. My father's name was
Rasmus Harrington; my mother's name
was Polly Harrington; my sisters
were Alice , Eveline, Mary, Harriet,
and MarthaJane; my brothers were
Richard, Mack, Paul, Radfort and
Mansfield. My mother belonged
to Charles Jones, of Franklin
county; Missouri. Father belonged
to Dick Jones of the same county;
Mary, Harriet, Richard and Mack
belonged to Letcher, one hundred
miles above St. Louis, in Seline
county, and Paul went with Mr.
Letcher to California; my mother,
Alice, Eveline, Marth Jane, Mansfield
and I were all sold in Louisville,
Ky. My name was Sarah
Harrington. I am now married,
and my name is Sarah Burk. If
you can get any information for me
it will be thankfully received. I
have never heard from any of them
since the war. Address Sarah
Burk, Madison, Jefferson county,
Indiana.
MR. EDITOR - I wish to inquire for a friend of mind, who left Oak Ridge, La., in October, 1882, and went to Mississippi, but what part I do not know. His name is Taylor Murray. Any information of him will be gladly received. Please address B. G. Head, Monroe, La.
Mr. Editor - I wish to inquire for a friend of mine by the name of Johnson Davis. He left Fort Bend county, Texas, in the year 1872; he is now about 31 years of age and of a brown complexion. When last heard of he was in Louisiana, and I think he is there now. If any one can give any information concerning his whereabouts it will be gladly received. His father and mother are here; his father's name is Evans Davis, his mother Matilda Davis. Please write to me, Rev. A. C. Culbreath, box 61, Richmond, Fort Bend county, Texas.
MR. EDITOR - I wish to inquire for a friend of mine who left Pickens in August, 1884, and went to Tennessee, in what part I can not tell; he was a Professor and also a preacher. His name was R. C. Halbrook. Please address me, G. W. Beamon, Pickens, Holmes county, Miss.
MR. EDITOR - I wish to inquire for my aunt, Georgia Ann Robinson, whom I left in Columbia, Boone county, Mo., about ten years ago, and went to St. Louis, Mo. She was owned by Jenkins. Any one knowing such a person will confer a great favor by addressing Thos. Washington, care of Rev. J. P. Bishop, box 484, Moberly, Mo.
MR. EDITOR - I wish to inquire for my brother, Allen Thomas. He joined the standing in 1865 or 1866, at Lexington, Ky. We belonged to Wash Thomas, at Mt. Sterling, Ky; his daughter, Oret, married James Headley and moved to Lexington, Ky. My mother's name is Margaret Thomas; sister, Eliza; brothers, John and Willie. The last we heard of him he was in Texas. Any information will be gladly received. Address Geo. W. Thomas, Bloomington, Ind.
MR. EDITOR - I wish to inquire for my brother. The last time I saw him was in Madison county; he left and went to Jasper county, in 1869, and I have not seen him since, nor heard from him in seven years. His name is Seborn Collins. I had an uncle in Jasper county named Jimmie Rogers; he had a daughter named Polly, one named Rosa, and a boy named Isaac. I am anxious to hear from them. My Uncle and my brother used to belong to Mr. Jesse B. Rogers, who lived in Jasper. Address me at Bedias, Grimes county, Texas.
Isabella Gilbert.
MR. EDITOR - I wish to inquire for my father, Charley Stephen, who belonged to Squire Stephen, and was sold to a Mr. Foote. I have not seen him since 1850. My name was then Sarah Elizabeth; I now go by the name of Maria Williams. I came from near the Big Black, in Yalobusha county, Miss. Address me at Flatonia, Texas.
MR. EDITOR - I wish to inquire for my father; his name is Simon Herd; my name was M. J. Herd; my aister was named Stella Herd. My father belonged to James Johnson, in Jefferson county, Miss, and was sold in time of the war. I was too small to remember who he was sold to. I am married now, and go by the name of M. J. Kennedy. Will the ministers and friends help me to find him? Address me at Pearlington, Miss., care of H. L. Kennedy, pastor in charge of the M. E. Church. M. J. Kennedy
MR. EDITOR - I wish to inquire for my mother and brother, Mamie and Henry Green. I left them in Kentucky; they belonged to Henry Green. I am Jack Green, and was brought away by Lizzie Green. Brother Talmond Evans was also brought away, by Madison Evans. I then went by the name of Harris Green, but am now known as Harris Kneeright, Any information will be gladly received by me. Address Harris Kneeright, care of Rev. E. Henderson, box 165, La Grange, Fayette county, Texas.
MR. EDITOR - I wish to inquire for my mother, Nannie Green. I left her about 30 years ago, at Mayfield, Ky. She belonged to Robt. Green of that place. We came to Texas with Madison Eanes, the owner of Tilman Eanes, the oldest brother. Harriet and Jack Green belonged to Lizzie Green, a sister of Madison Green. Any information will be gratefully received. Address E. Newright, LaGrange, Texas.
MR. EDITOR - I wish to inquire for my mother, two brothers and two sisters, and son. My mother's name was Hannah Brandon; she belonged to Lem Brandon, in Coffee county Tenn., 4 miles from Lynchburg, Tenn.; brothers were Robert and Brandon; sisters, Polia and Nancy. My son Daniel was in Nashville the last I heard of him. Address Caroline Green, Troy, Ohio.
MR. EDITOR - I wish to inquire for my mother. I have not seen her since I was five years old. Her name is Hannah Sprat. She married Solomon Wooten. She has two daughters; they are named Mary Josephine and Rachel Francis. She was taken from Tompkinsville, Ky., to Missouri before I was old enough to remember. She belonged to Mr. Jake Cunnegan. If mother is dead maybe my sister Rachel is still living. I beg all who read this to help me find them. Address Josephine Swinny, Bowling Green, Ky.
MR. EDITOR - I wish to inquire for my people whom I left in Virginia about 24 years ago. Mother was Melvina and father Isaac Trunbull. Mother had ten children. We were sold to Thomas Coats; to a man named Slater; also, in Richmond, to a Mr. Hunley. Oldest brother was Jacob; one brother was Charley. My name is Fanny. I had a child when I was sold about two years ago. Brother Charley was sold just before I was. He was a ditcher, and when he heard that he had been sold be came home one evening, laid his arm down on a log and cut it off. I married and my husband is Robert Ward. Address me at Cold Springs, Texas, care of Rev. W. McKenzie. FANNY WARD.
MR. EDITOR - I wish to inquire for my people, who left Monroe county, Alabama, the second year of the war and went to New Orleans with Marine Andrews, who was at that time their master. Mother's name was Fannie Andrews; my father was named Adam
Andrews. My brothers were named Henry and Harry Adams. They all went to New Orleans with Marine Andrews, the son of Stephen Andrews. My brother Harry belonged to Hamp Andrews. My name was Harriet Preston, and I belonged to Elizabeth at that time, who was a sister of the Andrews and wife of Joshua Preston. She was the youngest sister. Please address any information to Harriet Preston, Cochrane's Store, Austin county, Texas.
MR. EDITOR - I wish to inquire for my people. My father's name was George Bly, and my mother's Millie Blye; they belonged to Miss Bettie Blye. My brother's name is George Blye, and other two Caleb and Abe Blye. My sisters were named Jennie and Millie Blye, and my name was Newton Blye, but is now Newton Johnson. Any information will please be addressed to Newton Johnson, Gainesboro, Tenn.
MR. EDITOR - I wish to inquire for my people. They lived, in the time of the war, in Appomattox county, Va., and the old man was Thomas Mosbey that they belonged to. My father's name was Edmond Jane, he is dead. My mother's name is Jennie Mosbey. I had four brothers, the oldest was James Mosbey, Dave Mosbey, Reader Mosbey, Ben Mosbey, and two sisters of us, Charity and Nancy Mosbey, but now I am Nancy Williams. My young Mistress name is Marsham Elliott, and I got a letter from her in 1880. Please address me at Red Land, Pontotoe county, Miss.
J. B. Williams
MR. EDITOR - I wish to inquire for my relatives I left in Kentucky when quite a small boy. My mother was Nancy McKinney, sisters, Mary McKinney and Sarah McKinney; brothers, Calvin McKinney, Squire McKinney, Bill McKinney and Samuel McKinney; I had an uncle named Alfred Carson, a Baptist preacher. I left them in Butler county, Kentucky. I was brought away by a man named John Mayfield. My mane was Geo. McKinney, now George Mayfield. Address me at Waco, Texas.
MR. EDITOR - I wish to inquire for my relatives, two sisters and one brother. Sisters were named Ellen and Lou Goddard; brother was named Henry Goddard. I left them in Griswoldville, Jones county Ga. Any information will be gladly received. Address Tom Turner, Atoka, Tipton county, Tenn.
MR. EDITOR - I wish to inquire for my relatives. My mother was named Winnie Block; my oldest brother was Moses, the youngest Richard Block, but he had for a short name Will. All belonged to Wm. Block, son of old man Wm. Block. We lived in Crawford County, Ark., on Leese Creek, near Natural Dam, and I came to Texas before the war with Mr. William Roach. My name was Ned Block but I go by the name of Ned Duncan. Address me at Bolton, Tex.
MR. EDITOR - I wish to inquire for my sister and father, whom I left in South Carolina in 1864. They belonged to Thomas Bolding. Sister was Emily Mack. One sister was Mary Ann; another was Eve. Address me at Richmond, Texas. WILLIAM MCNEELY.
MR. EDITOR - I wish to inquire for my sister, Caroline Henry; she belonged to a man named Henry, who lived in Van Buren, Crawford county, Ark. I left her in 1862; I went from her to Fort Smith, where I lived at that time. I belonged to lawyer Pulmon; he brought me to Texas in 1862, and I am now living in Georgetown, Williamson county, Texas. Our mother and father were named Robert Miller and Linna Miller. They were sold away from us when I was 9 years old. I have never heard from them since. The pastors of Arkansas will please read this to their congregations. If she can be found write to me, Sellenar Allen, at Georgetown, Texas.
MR. EDITOR - I wish to inquire for my son, who left me in Sslma, Ala., in 1873. His name is Toney Roberts. He at one time went by the name of Toney Johnson, but when he came to live with me after the emancipation, I informed him that his father was named Toney Roberts. I suppose he goes by the name of Roberts now. After he came to me from Louisiana we lived for a time at the Gaines place, in Dallas county, Ala. We then moved to Selma, Ala., where he left me, and I have not heard from his since. Any information of his whereabouts will be thankfully received. Address me, Celia Johnson, at Vicksburg, Miss., in care of the M.E. Church.
MR. EDITOR - I wish to inquire for my son, William Alonzo Cooper. My wife left me in 1866 and went to her people in Chickasaw county, Miss. Her first name was Inge. In 1868 she left with her father, Wm. Inge, and went to Arkansas. Any information of where he is will be gladly received by me. Please address James H Cooper.
MR. EDITOR - I wish to inquire for Robert Niel, Abraham Niel, Gabriel Niel, Mrs. Flora Niel, Mrs. Siroe Niel, and a mother named Bertie. I left them in Donley county, Georgia. I was sold in Georgia to Johan Mooese, a Methodist preacher, and came to Texas. Address Isak Mooese, Houston, Texas.
MR. EDITOR - I wish to inquire for sister Josephine Victoria Scaggs. She was shipped from my mother in Kentucky to Patterson, La. During the war she belonged at that time to Harrison Scaggs. In years after she returned to New Orleans, but whether she returned there with her master. I do not know, but I think she did. Her mother is Maria Barlow, her sister Eliza Jane Barlow, her brother Ambrose Barlow. I can't say positively whether she took her owner's name Scaggs, or her mothers. Address C H Wyatt, 118 Jefferson street, Houston, Texas.
MR. EDITOR - I wish to inquire,
through your valuable paper, for
my relatives, viz: Mother, sister
and brother. My mother belonged
to Betsy Anderson, who married a
man by the name of Minor Smith.
I left her about thirty years ago
for Texas. My sister's name was
Martha Jane, she belonged to the
widow Jennings who, I heard, died
shortly after I left. I was brought
to Texas by David Nealy and have
not heard from either since I left
them. They were both then living
not far from DeKalb, Kemper county,
Miss. Mother with the widow
Smith, and sister with the widow
Jennings. My brother's name was
George Hunley, his wife's name
was Mimy Hunley; he was taken
from Mississippi by Dr. Hunley
and Judget Marshall. Also my wife
desires to know the whereabouts of
her sons John and Madison. She
left them with Jim Harrold, near
Macklemoseville, Tenn, some time
before the war; she was brought
to Texas by Robert Barbee, after a
stay of one year in Texas was
returned to Tennessee, remained
there one year, then brought to
Texas again; have not seen her
children since she left Tennessee
second time, her name was then
Penny Barbee. Any information
relative to the above named relatives
will be very thankfully appreciated.
JILES HUNLEY.
Crockett, Houston county, Texas.
MR. EDITOR - I wish to know the
whereabouts of Harriet Kell. She
has two daughters, Mary and Adline.
She lived with Lawyer Edders,
in Mobile, Ala. Address me
at Jewett, Leon Co., Texas.
LEWIS BENTON.
MR. EDITOR - I wish to try and find out, through your paper, if there is any of my family living. They lived near Livingston, Sumpter county, Ala. My mother was named Millie, and belonged to David Hooks; my oldest brother was named Samuel; he was sold to some one living about 15 miles from Livingston. I was brought to Texas in 1853 by Mr. Joel Newton, who lived at Gaston, Ala. I have never heard from them since I came to Texas. I left two brothers and three sisters in Alabama: Samuel, Jeremiah, Mary, Rosetta and Anis; I also left two uncles: Ben, who was owned by a Mrs. Reed, near Gaston, and John, who belonged to Edmund Williams. The old foreman on Mr. Hook's place was named Needham. I go by my father's name, Brown. Address Caleb Brown, Seguin, Texas.
MR. EDITOR - I would like to find Perry Freeman and sister Maria Freeman. We lived in Arkansas county, Ark. The last I heard of him he was in Alabama, at Cold Water Station. Address me at McAlmont, Ark. HENRY FREEMAN.
MR. EDITOR - I/wish to inquire
for my cousin, Henson Deckard.
His mother is Jane and father
Charles Deckard. He left in 1872.
Address me at Waco, Texas.
T.L. DECKARD.
MR. EDITOR - My bother's name
was Charley; he lived with a man
named Joe McCrandle; my mother
was named Susan, and also lived
with Joe McCrandle; she left Mr.
McCandle when my brother Charles
was twelve months old. Mr. Louis
Davis bought her from Mr. Mc-
Crandle and brought her to Mis-
souri. I have not seen or heard
from her since. That was about
35 years ago. We lived at Rolla,
Phelps county, Mssouri. Address
Alwilder Marr, box 414, Rolla, Mo.
He lived in Monroe, Tenn.
MR. EDITOR - My father was
Glasco Borgas, mother Fereba
Mivens. I had three brothers -
Elbert, Edmond and Solomon - and
sisters Martha and Hannah. We
all belonged to Mivers. Martha
and myself were sold to Billy Wood-
and Hannah and Solomon were sold
to Eph. Yann. All lived in Barnwell
Co., South Carolina. Address
me, in care of Jordan Bonner, at
Bryan, Texas. MEVIER GITTRO.
MR. EDITOR - My mother was
Katie Lee. her husband Si Warren.
and belonged to Spencer and Ellen
Warren. Ellen was a sister to
Spencer, and he was a shoemaker.
When I was parted from them they
lived in Washington, and General
Jackson was President. Sister and
I were sold to a speculator named
Simpson, Sister was Mariah, and
the oldest child. My name was
Harry Warren, and I was the oldest
boy. Mother had three more
children living with her, and one
was dead. Grandmother was Mary.
We were sold to John and Robert
Starke; sister to Robert and I to
John. I left her in Wilkinson
county, Mississippi, near Woodville.
I have not heard form or
seen her since. I now live near
Columbus, Colorado county, Texas,
and go by the name of Jack Collins.
Address Rev. F. D. Collins,
Ellenger, Texas.
Mr. Editor - My sister, Mary Carethers, I have not seen since the war. She formerly belonged to Samuel Carethers, at his death she became the property of their children, Mary and Smith Carethers. In the time of the war they all went to Texas, where they stopped with their uncle, Lev-Cooper; I do not know the town or county. My father's name is Frank Villars, he belonged to Judge Villars at Fredericktown, Mo. My mother's name was Hannah White, she belonged to Billy White. My mother is yet alive and lives on Caster Creek, seven miles east of Fredericktown, she goes by the name of Hannah Villars. Six of the children are still living, Frank, Louis, Isaac, Eliza, Elizabeth and George Villars. Should any one be so fortunate as to have a knowledge of her whereabouts, will confer a lasting favor upon her relatives by addressing George Villars at Fredericktown, Madison county, Mo.
MR. EDITOR - Please allow me to inquire for my brother who was stolen from me in December, 1868, by some persons who were moving. I was living at the time within three miles of Benton, Texas. His name is Lewis Thornton. He was eight years old when he was stolen. When a child he crawled into the fire and burnt his head and face, leaving on the back part of his head a scar which can be easily seen when there is no covering on it. HIs father's name is Ben Pertilla; his mother Emiline Thompson. He had two brothers, Green Jefferson and George Thompson. When I last heard from brother George he was living in New Orleans, but that has been 16 years. My mother and I are the only ones living to my knowledge. My name, when brother Lewis was stolen, Harriet McCowens; now it is Harriet Neeley. The preachers will please help me find my brothers. Those of New Orleans will please inquire in their congregations for brother George Thompson. My mother is quite old and much depressed on account of their absence. Address Harriet Neeley, Marshall, Texas, care of Rev. R. H. Harbert.
Mr. Editor - Please help me to find my lost relations, who were sold from the Allen estate in Richmond, Va. My sisters were Biddy, Lucy and Sallie Allen. Father, Joseph Allen, and mother, Diana Allen, are dead. George Allen's children were Daniel, Washington, Kitty and Henney Allen. Any information will please be addressed to Daniel Allen, care of Rev G. J. Rogers, Wilson, La, or to Rev. Stephen Priestley, New Orleans, La.
MR. EDITOR - Please permit me to inquire for my daughter; her name was Marietta Sliny. She was owned by Mrs. Jane Hendre, and was sold from South in July or August, 1856, from Baltimore. Her father's name is Frank Sliny; her mother's name was Lester Sliny. She has two sisters and one brother named Henry Sliny, and another named France Jones, her married name, and a brother George. If she can be found she will please write to France Jones, her sister, box 339, Smyrna, Del., Kent Co.
MR. EDITOR - Some one inquiring for Charles Wardles failed to sign their name. I will say that he is here, a member of my church. J. W. Scott is in Wharton, Texas. I see his brother is inquiring for him from Murfreesboro, Tenn. E. E. COOPER, Pastor. Columbus, Texas.
Mr. Editor - Will you kindly look in your Directory and see if there is any such name as Mary Little. When last heard from, 1870, she was in your city. Mary Little is her maiden name. She left Carvalwall county, Monaghan, Ireland, 1860 or '69. If you can furnish me with any information, or cause the same to be sent to me, her sister, Elizabeth Little, I shall be very thankful, and oblige E. Little, per W. Wolf, 1623 Bailey street, 26th and Columbia avenue, 29th Ward, Philadelphia.
MR. EDITOR -- I wish to find my mother, whose maiden name was Lucy Rogers, afterwaads [afterwards] Lucy Thornton, latterly Lucy Winston. She formerly belonged to Jack Combs, Montgomery county, Ky., was sold from that place in 1861. I have not seen her since; but heard she was in Missouri. Any information as to her whereabouts will be gladly received. Address Walker Thornton, Milford, Ohio.
MR. EDITOR -- I wish to inquire
for my brother, Milton Thompson.
The last time I heard of him was
in 1865, and at that time he was in
Florida, and I received a letter
from him. My oldest brother is
named Julius Farrand; my next
oldest brother is Albert Homes.
We once belonged to Mrs. Wash
Farr. We heard that he was dead.
We once lived in Talulah
county, Miss. When he left us
mother was on her death bed.
Myself and brothers Albert, Lott and
Charley were left. There are four
brothers of us. Our mother's name
was Mariah Thompson; our grandfather,
David Anderson; grandmother,
Rose Anderson. In time
of the war we lived with Mr. Doe,
in Tennessee, there is where he left
us, and we have not seen him
since. Address me at Mr. Frank
Johnson's, Belzoria, P. O., La., in
care of Rev. B. Carr, Sweet Home
M. E. Church.
MR. EDITOR -- I wish to inquire
for my wife's kinfolks. She left
them in Georgia. Her mother was
Hannah. She belonged to a man
named Wirt. John Caan sold her
to Wirt when he came to Texas.
The oldest brother he sold to Hooper;
his name was Hard. Nancy
and Peggy Craw brought to Texas
with him. Nancy is dead; and
Peggy now goes by the name of
Margaret Pankey. We are members
of the Methodist Episcopal
Church. The last time that I heard
from them was the year the war
ended. Then I heard that they
had left Georgia. Address me at
Round Rock, Texas.
HENRY PANKEY.
MR. EDITOR -- I wish to inquire for my brother; his name is Robert Woodson. He first belonged to William Cunningham, better known as old [undecipherable] Cunningham, Litchfield, Grayson county, Ky. He was then given to his son in law, Fydeler Lucas, at Bowling Green, Ky., and then sold to Robert Burman, in Bowling Green, Ky., and then went to the war. I heard of him once. He belonged to the Baptist Church. Our father and mother was named Lucy and William Woodson. Any one knowing anything of his whereabouts will oblige me and address Alford Woodson, at Grayson Springs, Ky.
MR. EDITOR -- I wish to inquire for my friends through your valuable paper, the names of whom are Henry Stokes and Lizzie Stokes; they were in Virginia last summer, but I know not there P.O. Please address me at Brookhaven, Miss., in care of S. H. Nevils, P.O. My name is Rhoda J. Scott, of this place.
MR. EDITOR -- I wish to inquire for my mother, Ann Folds. She had seven children, three sons and four daughters, as follows, viz.: Samuel, Willis and Edmund, Inea, Eveline, Martha and myself. I was brought to Texas by Mr. Wm. Buttrell, who married Miss Polly Folds. I had a little sister Catherine. Miss Bettie Folds married Mr. William Smith, and they brought her. Then, after a while, they brought out my sister Eveline, and I do not know where she is now. We came from Jasper county, Georgia, where I left my parents and kindred. We all belonged to Moses. Folds. I am now married, and any information of my people will be gratefully received by Lurania Whitehead, box 68 Huntsville, Texas, care of Rev. J. Jones.
MR. EDITOR -- I wish to inquire for my relatives, Prince Staten, my father, Elijah, Lite, Moses, Albert, Isaac and Jacob (twins) Betty and Fanny S[undecipherable], living at Yankee Haul Landing, on Tar river, Pitt county, North Carolina; also Richmond Staten and Geo. John Archibald Staten, living one miles west of the above named place. All of the above name persons except the last are my brothers and sisters; the last being my son. Any information as to their whereabouts will be thankfully received by their anxious brother, John Jefferson Staten, Richmond, Fort Bend co., Texas.
MR. EDITOR -- Please allow me a small space in your valuable paper that I may inquire for my son. I left him in Moble, Alabama, about 22 years ago. His name was Charlie Chrashorn; his mother's name Charity. Myself and son belonged to a man by the name of Henry Chrashorn. My name is Robert Watts. If found you will please address Robert Watts at Belle Prairie, Yazoo county, Miss.
MR. EDITOR -- I am desirous, to hear from my half-brother, Levy Jones. He belonged to a doctor by the name of Jones, who lived 7 or 8 miles south Lafayette, Ga., on what was called the old Alabama road, in Walker county. I was small at the time. His mother, I think, was named Mary; whether or not, I know our father's named was Anderson Henry, who first belonged to a Mayberry. Levy had a sister, as near as I remember, named Puss or Martha; they both belonged to D. R. Jones. I saw him 10 or 12 years ago; he came to Chattanoogo, Tenn., paid us a visit from Little Rock, Ark., where he lived at the time; and was pastor of the First Baptist Church in that city, since which time I have not been able to see or hear from him. Any information of his whereabouts will be thankfully received by me. Address Rev. J. T. Henry, Chattanooga, Tenn.
MR. EDITOR -- I am inquiring for
my mother, her name is Prescella;
my brother is named Henry; used
to belong to Michael Watson, between
Macon and Knoxville, on the
public road, In Georgia. I left
them there when I was quite small,
long before the war. He sold them
to a man by the name of Salbut,
and a horse at the same time. My
mother was a dark woman, of
medium height, spare made. There
was only two children of us, Henry
and myself, Betty. Mr. Walton
had only one daughter, her name
was Catherine; his sons were Arthur,
Thomas, Joshua, Michael and
Jacob Watson. They were all
living when I left. Any information
will be thankfully received by
me. Address Betty Davis, care
Asbury M. E. Church, Natchitoches
Louisiana.
MR. EDITOR -- I am seeking my mother -- Adeline Morris. The last I heard from her she was in Alabama. Her children here are named Robert Benson and Jane Arnold. There were only two of us; we were sold to Jack Rines and brought to Texas from Alabama. Address
ROBERT BENSON.
Centreville, Texas.
Mr. Editor -- I desire information
concerning my uncles Gabriel
Armstead, Henry Patrick. Father's
name is Otis Armstead. Their
mother's name is Millie Armstead.
Otis is alive and he and Patrick
came from Virginia to Kentucky.
We belonged to Mr. Thomas
Esquails, Franklin, Borden county.
I took mother back to Virginia.
Martin and Caleb brought Otis and
Patrick to Tennessee, and sold Patrick
to Mr. Elisah Herds, then Otis
was sold to John Sweeny who left
there in 1832. Also of my aunt,
Eliza, who belonged to John Sweeny
in Franklin, Williamson Co., Tenn.
She was sold to Jack Wallage, who
was a gin-wright in that county.
She had two sisters, Emma and
Esther, a brother, James; their
mother, named Sophia, died at the
Proughtys place. John Sweeny
came to Texas in 1832, and lived in
Brazoria Co. Any information of
the above will be thankfully
received. Address me at Columbia,
Brazoria Co., Texas, in care of Rev.
Jeremiah Wesley.
James Armstead.
MR. EDITOR -- I desire to find
my people, whom I left 51 years
ago in Owen county, Virginia. I
have neither seen or heard of them
since. My mother was named
Bettie Callie. Father lived with
Mr. Thomas Nelson and mother
with Mr. Chickams. I had one
brother and four sisters, as follows:
James Callie, Lucy, Edney, Sarah,
and Susan. My grandmother and
father were named Lewis and Susan
and they belonged to the Thomp
son [Thompson] estate. I am very anxious to
learn whether any of them still
live, and if so, where. Address
Melton Napper, Ooltewah, James
county, Tenn.
MR. EDITOR -- I desire to hear of Jinnie Robinson. She was lost in Lauderdale county, Tennessee. Her father was James Jones; mother, Nancy; uncle, Menker [undecipherable]; cousins, Sarah and Hannah; Minnie Loucher was an aunt; Jack Gordon, Finny Sims, Frank Hunter and Mose Tucker her uncles; Jane Carter her sister. Address Elias Robinson, Centreville, Texas.
Mr. Editor -- I desire to inquire for my brother, Ed. Taylor. We belonged to Mr. Anderson Maudon. Brother left us in Rome, Georgia. Mother's name is Jennie; older brother's, William; sisters', Betty, Mary and Barbara. Address me at Murfreesboro, Tenn. George W. Taylor.
MR. EDITOR -- I desire to inquire for my relatives. My mother left her son in Elizabethtown, Ky.; his name is Henry Clay Brown. My mother at that time belonged to Thomas Brown, brother of Elisha Brown. This was before peace was declared. Her name was Sallie Brown, but now Sarah Forest. My guardians were George and Sallie Hunter; they left New Orleans 17 years ago and said they were going to Richmond Va.; any one knowing them or their relatives will confer a great favor to me by letting me know. Ministers in Kentucky and Virginia please read this from your pulpit. Any information gladly received. Address Bennett H. Forrest, Chestnut street, between Valence and Bordeaux, New Orleans, La.
MR. EDITOR -- I desire to inquire for my uncle, Major Savage, my mother's brother; he belonged to the Savage family in Accommac county, Va. My father belonged to the Robbins family up to the beginning of the war. He gave me the name of Robinson, and we are known by the name of Robinson now. My uncle was sold before the war. Address Jacob Robinson, 326 S. Utah Street, Baltimore, Md.
MR. EDITOR -- I want to find my
sisters, Martha, Ellen and Melvina
Bingham. We belonged to Mrs.
Bingham in Middle Tennessee; I
left them at the old home place on
the Mt. Pleasant Pike, in Murray
county. Old mistress had five
girls; Mary married Mr. Thomas
Armstrong, he lived in Lafayette,
near Oxford, Miss., at College Hill.
I belonged to Laura, she married
Mr. William Gale, and lived at
Liverpool, Miss., not far from
Yazoo City. Sarah married Mr.
Liverstine, and lived near Gre-
nada [Grenada], Miss.; they had my sister
Nancy with them. The youngest
girl was named Margaret Bingham
and I do not know if she married.
My father belonged to Mr. Cald-
well [Caldwell]; my mother was named Lucy.
I have one brother and sister dead,
named Rufus and Alice, who died
in Mansfield. I have not seen
them since the war. I was John
Wesley Gale, but am now Henry
Brown. Address me at Rialton
Tipton county, Tenn.
MR. EDITOR -- I want to inquire
for my brother. He left Alabama
in 1873 and came to Mississippi,
and I heard from him since. My
father's name was Daniel, and my
mother's Frankie. There were five
childrenas follows: Enoch, Eli,
Louisa, Gillie, and Rebecca Wyatt.
My wife is named Chaney Wyatt.
My address is Eli Wyatt, Rokers,
Mississippi.
MR. EDITOR -- I want to learn something about my mother. Her name was Esther Sponds. She was living in Guinett Co., Ga., near Lawrenceville. My name is Parmelia Scales. If found address me at Hillsboro, Coffee Co., Tenn., care of Rev. J. Summerhill.
MR. EDITOR -- I want you to inquire through your paper for my brother, Wesley Summos. Wesley joined the army at Columbia, Ky., and was mustered out of the army at Pine Bluff, Ark. His mother's name was Rachel Summos, his sister's name was Francis, Angeline, Caroline, Martha, Mary and Emma Summos, and his brothers Dick, Andy and Harry. Address Fancis Randall 356 South street, Centennary M. E. Church, Memphis, Tennessee.
MR. EDITOR -- I wish to inquire
for a young friend of mine who left
home in March 1879, he went to
Wardsville, Austin county, just
below San Felipe. I saw him at
Wardsville in September in the
same year; he was then living with
one John Williams; his name is Jeff
Davis McCann. The last time I
heard of him he was in Montgomery
county, near a station called Hartly,
Texas. His kinpeople live here.
His mother's name is Emily Burks,
grandfathe [grandfather] and grandmother named
Billy and Mollie Roan, his two
brothers names are Lee A Penrice
and Wallace Foster. I will thank
the pastor of Montgomery to look
after this young man, he is about
eighteen or nineteen years old
spare made, yellow. Address me at
Pattison station, Waller county,
Texas. W. H. JACKSON.
MR. EDITOR -- I wish to inquire
for my brother, Spencer Clements.
It has been 8 years since I saw him.
He was then in Victoria county.
He belonged to Dr. Croselen, of
Jackson county. Any information
of him will be gladly received. Address
me at Mission Valley, Victoria
county, Texas.
J. W. ANDERSON.
MR. EDITOR -- I wish to inquire
for my children. Their given names
are Clark Wesley, Allen Jackson,
and Mary Ann. Clark Wesley's
father was Abraham Perry, belonging
to Samuel Perry, who lived
in St. Louis. I left Clark Wesley
3 miles above St. Louis, on the
dairy farm of Dr. John G. Bryant,
with Thomas Bryant, the Doctor's
cousin. The father of Allen Jackson
and Mary Ann was Jack Bryant,
all belonging to Dr. Bryant. I
left Jack Bryant and my children,
Allen and Mary, in 1845, in the
lead mines in a little town called
Potosi, 75 miles below St. Louis. I
was Dr. Bryant's cook, Charlotte
Bryant, and was brought out by
Jennie Jenkins, Maj. Curl (Kerl) &
Co. to Mississippi, from thence to
Lockhart, Caldwell county, Texas,
where I have lived ever since with
Mr. Crocket Harbert. I heard indirectly
a while after I got here
that my children were brought to
Austin, Texas, and carried from
there to New Orleans. Since then
I've heard nothing from them. I
have two children born since my
stay in Texas. The girl is Josephine,
the boy is William Henry,
who died a few years ago. I desire
that all pastors and readers of this
inquiry will try to find them for me.
I am old and my health has failed
me; only a few more days remain
to me upon earth, and I want to
find my children and have them
come where I am and take my
property, etc., into their hands. I
am trying to follow Jesus; have
been a member of the M. E. Church
20 years. my daughter is also a
member of the same Church. If I
do not meet them again on earth I
trust I shall meet them again in heaven.
Address Charlotte Harbert, care of
Rev. R H. Harbert, Lockhart,
Caldwell county, Texas.
MR. EDITOR -- I wish to inquire
for my father, Scipio Moore. Mother
was Rachel Young, and belonged
to Wade Young. She had four
children, three boys and one girl.
Brothers and mother died in slave
time, the baby during the war. I
was near two years old. When
father was taken to Huntsville,
Ala., I was three days old, and I
have never seen him in my life. I
was born three miles east of West
Point, Miss., June 15, 1854. Address
me at Meridian, Miss.
S. YOUNG.
Mr. Editor -- I wish to inquire
for my kin folks whom I left in
Kentucky. Frathe's name was
Mamuel and mother's Esther. I
do not know their family name. I
cannot tell who either belonged to.
I was brought from Lexington, Ky.
to Lexington, Tenn., by Mr. Jim
Cook. I used to belong to William
Raden. Brother's name was Sam,
and sister's Caroline. Address me
at Juno, Henderson Co, Texas, in
care of Salon Gardner.
Eliza Phillips.
MR. EDITOR -- I wish to inquire
for my kinpeople, I left them in
South Carolina, about the year 1851
My husband was William Stokes
Dosier, he belonged to Allen Dosier,
a Baptist preacher. I have two
boys, John Wesley Dosier and
Willis Dosier. I was sold from
them by Johnson Lowry to Sam
Watson. Watson sold me to Paul
Delemeyer in Sumpter county, Alabama.
My mothers name was
Maria Brooks. I left her in Mount
Willing city, S. C. , she belonged
to Dr. George Yarty. Father, John
Brooks belonged to Smith Brooks.
Before I left South Carolina, I had
five brothers and two sisters
Brother's George Coleman and
Richard Roozer, Phillip Christy,
Willis Christy, and John Brooks. I
left them in Edgefield, S.C. Sisters
Amy and Eliza I heard from during
the war. My name is now Maria
Freeman. Address me at Edwards,
Harris county, Miss, care of Mr.
P. W. Baldwin.
MR. EDITOR -- I wish to inquire
for my people. Mother was Violet
Stallion; she belonged to old man
Stallion, near Raleigh, North Carolina.
I belonged to his son John.
The last I heard of mother she was
living with Wm. Stallion. John
Stallion owned four of us, myself,
brother Jack, uncle Isam and aunt
Wise. I was sold to John Seymour,
a trader, and was brought to
Georgia. There was sold with me
a girl named Lucy. I had a brother
Henry, older than I. I have not
heard of any of them since. Address
me at Brenham, Washington
county, Texas.
NATHAN THOMAS.
MR. EDITOR -- I wish to inquire
for my two sisters, Mary Noel and
Juliette. We were living on St.
Philip, between Dauphine and
Burgundy streets, New Orleans,
when we separated. As near as I
can recollect one of my sisters went
to Texas and the other to New
York, after the death of Mr. Christville.
Our mother was Harriet
Humphreys, father Bruno. My
name was Mary Louise. I was the
youngest sister. Address me at
311 Roman, between La Harpe and
Columbus streets, New Orleans.
MARY LOUISE PRATTS.
MR. EDITOR -- I wish to inquire as to the whereabouts of my brother Frank Francis. Three of us, brothers, Gus, Thomas and Frank, were brought here by a trader named Gen. George Dorris. I was sold to Wm. Desheil; Thomas was sold on Red River above Shreveport; I left Frank with the trader at Shreveport and have not heard from him since. Our mother's name is Pauline Francis. We had three sisters, Minerva, Rhoda and Mary. Mary is in Santa Fe, New Mexico, where she was carried by Frank Green. Our first owner was widow Mary Francis. We came from Platte City, Platte Co., Missouri. Any information of him will be highly appreciated. Address me at Shreveport, La. AUGUSTUS MARSHALL.
MR. EDITOR -- I wish to inquire for a friend of mine by the name of Willie, Texas. He was raised in this county; his parents were named Simon and Charlotte, Texas; he left them in Houston in 1878. The last I heard of him he left Houston and went to Beaumont, Texas. Any information concerning him will be gladly received. Address Rev. A. C. Culbreath, box 61, Richmond, Fort Bend county, Texas.
MR. EDITOR -- I wish to inquire for my brother; I have not heard of him in 18 years; his name is George Williams; he left Woodford county, Ky., in 1868. Address Edward Williams in care of Rev. H A. Southgate, Versailles, Ky.
MR. EDITOR -- I wish to inquire for my brothers Bill and Elijah. They left us in 1864 in Sunflower Co., Miss., and we have not heard from them since. There are six brothers and two sisters, We all belonged to Pitt Gillespie in Sunflower Co., and were named James, Henry, Elijah, Bill, Stephen, Peter, Hannah and Esther. We now go by the name of Johnson. Address me at Greenwood, Leflore Co., Miss. STEPHEN JOHNSON.
MR. EDITOR -- I wish to inquire for my father, James Grant, who used to belong to Springle. My father-in-law was named Quash Hazel, his wife was named Betsey Hazel, and his father was named Prince Greenup. We lived in Charleston, South Carolina, near the water course. Please address Mary Ann Grant, Marlin, Falls county, Texas.
MR. EDITOR -- I wish to inquire for my friends, named Adline Baily and Tommy Kingsbury. The first belonged to the old widow White that lived at Buck Snort, Miss., and they went from Mississippi, up on the Pigeon Roost plank road, and stayed there three years, and Tommy went from there to Hernando, Miss., and Ned White sold Tommy to Kingsbury, and he brought him to Texas in 1858. Adeline Baily was sold to John Baily, and she lived at Senatobia, Miss., and after she left there the second year of the war she went to Texas. I don't know what county. Their father was Allen White; now goes by the name of Allen Tally. Their mother was named Eliza White; now goes by Eliza Tally. They were separated from Tommy in Hernando, Miss., and were separated from Adeline on the Pigeon Roost, Plank Road, Shelby county, Tennessee. Eliza had only four children, Phillis belonged to Lewis White at Buck Snort, De Soto county, Miss., Adline was the next and Tommy. Rosana the oldest is dead. Address me Springfield, Conway county, Ark., Box 32. W. D. DAVIS.
MR. EDITOR -- I wish to inquire for my people, whom I left in Virginia. Father was Peter Shields; mother Silvie; oldest sister Linde, next Sara Jane; brothers Sam, Nelson, Forlander, George Washingington. My owner at that time was Crawford. I was sold down in Louisiana and came from there to Texas. Address me at New Caney, Texas. MANDA VICK.
MR. EDITOR -- I wish to inquire for my sister and brothers. Sister was Abbie, brothers Robert, Granberry and Jarmon; grandfather was David Medlock, and grandmother Betsey Medlock. Her daughters were Rachel, Martha, Nancy, Nelly, Betsey, Bessie; sons were David, John, Nathan, Willis, Isaiah and John. Address
NESTOR MEDLOCK.
Cedar Creek, Texas.
MR. EDITOR -- I wish to inquire for my sister, Leah Howard. My mother and father was named Suck and Green Howard. She had two brothers, oldest named Jim, younger Charley. Sisters -- oldest Arro younger Jane. Sister Leah was taken to Texas by a man named Abanatha. She belonged to Miss Mary Ann Abanatha, Address me, Charley Howard, Muldon, Miss.
MR. EDITOR -- I wish to inquire for my sister, who left Meridian, Miss., in 1868. Her name was Violetta Belle Herd. When I last heard from her she had two daughters and one son; her son, the oldest, was named Sammie, oldest girl named Belle and the youngest Mary Magaline. I heard from her last in 1878, she was then in Nashville, Tenn. Information through your paper leading to her whereabouts will be thankfully received. MRS. LOUI DAVIS.
MR. EDITOR -- I write this to ask you to inquire in New Orleans for my father, his name is Wade Randolph, and if there can be such a man found anywhere there please write to me and tell me what street and number he lives on. I am living with H. L. Jackson. Write soon to your affectionate friend. WALTER S. RANDOLPH. King, Miss.
MR. EDITOR -- I write to inquire
for my son and daughter. His
name is John Batis Botlow. Her
name is Elisabeth Botlow. Our
master was Pierre Botlow. Our
home was on Bayou Deglaise,
Avoyelles Parish, La., near St
Marks. Left my son in Vicksburg,
and my daughter in Frenier. My mistress
name Ancine Laura Botlow.
my youngest daughter and the one
I have with me Sylvinia Botlow,
my name Maria Botlow but now
Mary Brown. My owners were
French. I live near Monroe, La.,
Ouachita parish.
MR. EDITOR -- Permit me to inquire for my mother's people. My mother died when I was a few months old. She had a brother named Nicholls Walters; who has a son named Henry B. Walters. They lived in Jefferson county, Miss., five miles from Fayette; they moved from there to Greenville, Miss. I heard they had left there. Mother had a sister named Tamar, one named Emily and a cousin named Lizzie, and another named Rhoda. They lived at Rodney, Jefferson county, Miss. Mother's name was Rhoda. She belonged to Dr. Ferguson, I was known to my people as Hannah Sinclair. I shall be glad to hear from them. Address me, Hannah Rembert, Burtonton, Copiah county, Miss.
MR. EDITOR --- I desire to find my
uncle, who was a brother of Eliza
Morgan. He lived with me one
year at Judge Bolton's, at Hickory
Station, in the year 1871, and he
left there and went to Vicksburg,
and also his wife, whose name was
Silvia Walker, and I have not
heard from him since. Please
address Tinsley Morgan, West Point,
Clay county, Miss.
MR. EDITOR --- I desire some information about my people. I left them in Anne Armdel county, Maryland, on West River, servants of Benjamin Winterson. Their names were Tafia, Diana, Bazile, Rachel and Hester Nious, Ben Crounce, Sarah Beechers. Of all these I should find one. JAMES NIOUS Lavernia, Texas
MR. EDITOR --- I wish to find my
kin people, whom I left in Missouri,
Boone county. My father's
name was Daniel Haden, my
mother's name was Lewisa Haden,
her eldest child was Harriett
Haden, the next was Lucinda
Haden, the next was two twin
boys Jim and John, the next was
Wyman Bloomfield, the next was
Emeline Haden. I left all in
Missouri. I will be glad to hear
from them. Address me at Bremond,
Robertson county, Texas.
MRS. MANDA NORMAN.
MR. EDITOR --- I wish to inquire
for my aunt; her name was, when
she left us in Plaquemine, La., in
the time of the war, Carrie Serreen.
She went to New Orleans with Mr.
Derelard and his wife to wait on
them, in the summer of 1864, and
she staid [stayed] in New Orleans. The
last time we heard from her she
sent a letter of inquiry to all the
churches, and this letter stated
that she was living at the Starfield
Plantation, near White Castle, in
St. James parish. She had three
brothers and three sisters; the
eldest brother is Robert Blanchard
and Edmond Blanchard; her
father was named Cartell Blanchard;
the oldest sister Harriet Carr,
and Jennet wat [was] the next oldest;
the youngest brother and sister is
Willis Sterr and Rhody Sereen.
Harriet Carr's oldest son is
Rev. Bedford Carr and Henry
Carr, the youngest was a baby
when she left us. My father was
Bedford Carr, he and Jennet Balley
are dead. My owner was Samuel
Warden, a bricklayer by trade,
and he owned Cartell Blanchard
also. We heard that Lucinda's
husband died in 1876 and left her
with 6 children. Please pastor
of St. James district read this to
your Sunday-school and church,
and please inquire in the Baptist
churches if such a person can be
found. Carrie Sirreen was her
name when she left us, but we
don't know her name since she
married. If she or any of her
children can be found, please
address me, Rev: Bedford Carr, at
Belzora postoffice, La.
MR. EDITOR --- I wish to inquire for my kinfolks. About thirty-one years ago I left Monk's Corner South Carolina. I belonged to William Wight, who married Miss Anna Brunson, daughter of Ben Brunson. Wm. Brunson owned my mother Mary. Ben Burnson Jr., my aunt Hannah. My grandmother Celia, belonged to Wm. Wight. I have not heard anything of them since. There was a large family ; my name was Simon at that time, but is now Henry Williams. Address me at Roweville, Montgomery county, Texas.
MR. EDITOR --- I wish to inquire for my people. We parted before the war; my mother's name was Violet Davis; she was sold to Eliza Polk; there were nine brothers and two sisters of us; brothers were named Israel, Bertrand, Situs, Seth, Cara, Dan, Hap and Beau Davis, and my name is Gad Vick. My sister's name was Zilpa; we left them in Halifax county, North Carolina. My father, sister Jane and I came to Lafayette county, Miss. Father went to Gainesville, Ala., with Mrs. Sally Wiggins, and that was the last I heard from them. My father's name is Naptili; my name was Gad Whidcar, but they sold me to Vick. Please address Gad Vick, Capleville, Shelby county, Tenn.
MR. EDITOR --- I wish to inquire for my sisters, whom I left in Georgia. Their names are Emily, Renthy, Caroline and Laura. Caroline and Laura used to belong to a man by the name of Bob McCarney, they lived one mile north east of LaGrange, Ga.; they were the two younger sisters. Our first owner was Felix Lesly; there were three of us belonged to the Lesly's of whom I am one. My name is Mary Hilliard, but before I married I was named Mary Tadums, after my last owner. My husband, Bunk Hilliard, was owned by a man named Whit Sturling; he was always called Sturling, but subsequently they gave himm the name of Bunk Hilliard in honor of the battle of Bunker Hill. Felix Lesly's wife died and we, Mary, Renthy and Emily, fell back to the widow Nancy Tadums. My sister Emily married a man named Elijah Hardnah; they moved to Columbia, Ga., on the farm of a man named
Eli Shorter; her last owner, Bob Richard, lived in LaGrange, Ga. My youngest sister, Renthy, was carried to Florida by our first owner, Felix Lesly. Will the teachers, preachers and all other readers of the SOUTHWESTERN in and near LaGrange and Columbia, Ga., and Florida help me to find my sisters? I heve not seen them for about 21 years. Any information that will lead me to find them will be thankfully received. Two of my sons take the paper, and I very often have the letters of the lost friends read but can not hear from any of them. Please address Mrs. Mary Hilliard, in care of my son, A. G. Hilliard, Hackberry, Texas.
MR. EDITOR --- I wish to see if I
can obtain any information through
your paper of my wife's mother
Matilda Greham, and family. Her
step father was Ned Greham : she
had a sister named Hannah Jane
and a brother named Rannell
McGuin ; I do not know the names of
the other children. Mother and
children were sold by Simeon Tucker
to Mr. Greham, who took them
to Wayne county, Miss., about 30
years ago. My wife got a letter
from her mother after the surrender:
she was then living near Shubuta
Miss. My wife's name was Eliz
Ann Tucker. She is about 36 years
old, has married and still lives in
the same neighborhood where her
mother left her. Address me at
Herbert, Kemper Co., Miss.
JAMES ALDERMAN.
MR. EDITOR --- Please allow me space in your columns to inquire for some lost friends of mine who have been separated from me since early life. My mothers name was Martha Ann, and belonged to John Scroggins, and lived in Rutherford county, Tenn., near Murfreesboro, on Bradley Creek. Mr. Editor, we Methodists know where the old Shiloh Church stands, lived near that place, but moved to Missouri, about the year 1844, to Morgan county, and was sold to a man by the name of Daniel Dale, and was shortly moved to Texas. My two sisters were named Jemima and Eliza. I have three brother whose names were Daniel Defate, Abraham and Peter. My name is Samuel Mango Scroggins, but properly known by the name of Samuel Scroggin; my dear old mother was known to be a good and faithful member of the M. E. Church, but as to brothers and sisters I can not say, but I will endeavor to ever pray for them. As I professed religion at the age of 14 years and joined the M. E. Church, and as I am a pastor of that Church, I will try to do my whole duty, and hope that pastors will read this letter from their pulpits. Address me at Sherman, Grayson county, Texas. REV. SAM'L SCROGGINS.
MR. EDITOR --- I desire to inquire through your paper for my relatives. I left them in or near Richmond, Va. My mother's name was Mattie Booker; she is dead. My father was named Wm. Watson. Mother went by her first owner's name, Booker; also, father went by his owner's name; but at my remembrance mother belonged to a Mr. John Morris, who sold her to Mr. Henry Brooks, who carried her to Missouri, where she died, leaving father at Richmond, Va. I think father's wife, when I last heard from him, was named Sallie. My brother, Davy Crockett, was left there, too; and my aunts, viz: Mary, Maria and Viria Thornton. My grandma was named Sarah Thornton. I was sold to a Mr. Scott by John Morris. I have a brother, Rufus Woods, living in or near Kansas City, Mo.; he left me in 1858, in Travis county, on the Colorado river, near Austin, Texas. I think father belonged to a Mrs. Thompson, in Richmond, Va. Father was a brother by the name of Sam Woods. My name when brother Rufus left was Sallie Scott, but now it is Sallie Evans. Will the ministers and readers of this paper in and near Richmond, Va., and Kansas City, Mo., help me to find my people. I am alone. If Providence provides that you find them, please write me, in care of Rev. Willis H. Jackson, Brenham, Texas. MRS SALLIE EVANS
MR. EDITOR --- I wish to find my children Sarah, Carloss, Easter, Jane, Frank and Margaret. Margaret, the youngest, was three years old when I left her, living with Henry Carloss, in Chickasaw county, I was sold to Columbus Williams, whose brother carried me to Memphis, Tennessee, and sold me to Capt. Sam Bullington. He carried me to near Natchez. There I remained until after the war. I heard my children were carried to Kaufman, county, Texas, by Henry Carlisle. My name was Charlotte Carlisle; first husband, Steven Milbrooks; second husband, Bill Davis. I have been in Aberdeen since 1868.
CHARLOTTE ANN DAVIS.
MR. EDITOR --- I wish to find my mother, Lydia Taylor, who lived in North Carolina. Her oldest son was James, the others were Gabriel, Albert and Joseph Taylor; I had sisters Leah, Betsey, and Jinsey. My aunts were Visey and Fanny Taylor. Father was Joseph Taylor. Address me at Aberdeen, Miss.
RICHARD TAYLOR.
MR. EDITOR --- I wish to find out where my children are, Anthony, and Amanda Oliver. I last heard from Anthony in Shreveport, he was then driving a dray. Old Mrs. Oliver sold him in Milam Town Eastern Texas., to a man named Joel Holbert. Mrs Oliver lived near Sabine town. Mrs Oliver gave my daughter Amanda to her grand daughter Miss. Birdwell, who afterward married Dr. Simon he lived at Huntsville, Texas. It has been 14 or 15 years since I heard from them, any one knowing of them will do me a great favor by letting them know where I am or letting me hear where they are. Address Gracie Oliver, care Frank Falconer, Millican Brazos Co, Texas.
April 5th 1882.
MR. EDITOR --- I wish to hear
from my mother or some of my
relations. My name is Clerry Ann
Alison. I was born in Greensville
Virginia. I was sold sold when I
was about sixteen years of age to
William Watkins in Petersburgh.
I and all my family formerly
belonged to Willian Wyatt. My
mother was named Susan Alison
my father Cain Alison, Sister Mary
brothers Edmund, Peter and
Roberson Alison. My mother had
three brothers, Joe, George, and
Mason Avery and two sisters, Jennie
and Lizzie. Jennie lived at
Sweed's plantation, 25 miles from
Greensville. My mother and aunt
Lizzie were sent to Wm. Wyatt's
cotton farm in West Tenn. Aunt
Jennie had three children, Sandy,
Harriet and Nancy Wyatt. My
uncle Joe's wife was named Martha.
The overseer of Sweed's plantation
was McRichardson. My father was
a miller and kept his mill on the
roadside just at the edge of the
river. My father's brother was
named Nelson Alison, he was a
blacksmith by trade. Address me
226 Ursuline near Claiborne, New
Orleans.
CLERRY BERTOLOTTE.
MR. EDITOR --- I wish to inquire
for my children. My name was
Pennie Allen. I was sold to Burd
Jones, in Natchez, Miss., and was
afterwards sold to Coleman Garrett.
I had three children, Charles, Rosean
and Caroline. Caroline was the oldest.
We belonged to widow Nancy
Allen, of Natchez, Miss. My last
owner's name was Coleman Garrett,
and he brought me to Texas. My
children were left with the widow
Allen, in Natchez, Miss. Address me
at Calvert, Texas, in care of Rev. A.
M. Gregory. PENNIE ALLEN.
MR. EDITOR --- I wish to inquire for my daughters Henrietta and Lucey Jane. The mother Carolina McCollum, belonged to Malcom McCallum, Cumberland county, North Carolina. When last heard from she was in Fayetteville in that State. Lizzie was in South Cyrolina. Brother-in-law, Jasey McCollum was sold by John McDongall to a negro trader. My wife was sold to Mr. Leach in Raleigh, and two children with her named Alfred and Malcolm. My name was Robert Carmichael, but is now Robert Ray. Address me at Industry, Texas.
MR. EDITOR --- I wish to inquire for my people in Georgia, Washington county. I left them during the war, living between Farbridge and Davis Burrows. My sisters were named Elmira and Julia; my mother Diana Rachel; my brother Louis belonged to Sylvania Prince. I wish you would inquire for them through your paper, and if any of the family is alive they will please address me, Esau Johnson, Cadiz, Harrison county, Ohio.
MR. EDITOR --- I would be glad to
hear of the whereabouts of my
mother. Her name was Lavina
Rice or Lavina Claiborne. She
used to belong to Thomsberry
Bailey, in Preston County, Virginia.
Was sold to Renshaw and Brady,
negro-traders, who brought her
further down South. Have never
heard of her since. Any information
about her will be highly appreciated.
Address me at No. 220
Bienville street, New Orleans, La.
ALCINDA THOMAS.
MR. EDITOR --- I would like to learn, if it is possible, the whereabouts of my daughter, Sarah Jane, who was bought by John Anderson from the traders' yard New Orleans, he living in Carroll county, Miss. Her mother's name was Betsey McCray, her son's name was Beter. They were from Cumberland county, North Carolina, in 1862 or 1863. Direct to Rev. S. Priestley, Union Chapel, New Orleans.
MR. EDITOR --- Please help me find my brother. He left here and went to Kansas, and the last time I heard of him he was sick there. I have not heard of him for several years. His name was Dick Drakes; he belonged to old Mathew Drakes My name is Ann Watkins. Please address any information to me in care of Rev. P. R. Woodson, Murfreesboro, Tenn.
Mr. EDITOR --- This is to inquire for my sister Julia, whom I left in Arkansas, Union Couny, about two years before the termination of the war. She was the daughter of Eliza, and Jesse Harper. She having married a man whose name waa Tozey, a servant of Mr. McKinney, she was therefore sold to him, McKinney. But my parents and the following children were brought to Texas. Alfred, Lewis, Thomas, Harriett, Airlene, and myself. At this time we all belonged to a man by the name of Wyrett Harper. We all therefore were Harpers. But we go by the name of Shackelford, now. Address me at Clarksville, Texas.
JAS. E. SHACKELFORD.
MR. EDITOR ---- My grandfather and grandmother and their children in slavery time belonged to a Mr. John Finley, in Arkansas, and my father belonged to Henry Favers; his name was then Isaac Favers but is now Isaac Rayford. He had brothers by the nome of Bossen, Joe and Daniel Benjamin Finley; his sisters were Jane, Lurenia and Missouri. If they can be found address Isaac Rayford, Jr., Hartley Station, Montgomery Co., Texas.
MR. EDITOR ---- I read in your
paper of Dec. 23, 1881, about my
son. His name is John Barber,
but changed to John C. Evans. He
was sold to a trader in 1851, at the
age of fourteen. I have written
two letters but have received no
answer. I am very anxious to
hear of him, as I am alone in this
world. Mrs. Fanny Barber, No.
257 Conti street, corner Rocheblave,
New Orleans.
MR. EDITOR ---- I wash to inquire
for my mother Sally Mussle. I
have not seen her since 1861. She
was carried to Mississippi and
sold. Address me at Mansfield,
Tennessee. LOUIS MUSSLE.
MR. EDITOR ---- I wish to hear
from my people who lived near
Charleston, South Carolina. My
mother's name was Hattie, my
father's name Alexander. My eldest
sister Celia married a man
named Pino, he belonged to Sam
Dibbus, his carriage driver. My
next sister was named Lucinda.
My next was Abbey. We all
belonged to Widow Marion, the wife
of Frank Marion. We were sold
to Levy Mosly, myself whose name
is Catherine and my aunt whose
name is Corstansia. My nephew
Elisha was aftewards taken back
and sold to Jas. Bar. Mr Gaston
was the administrator of the
Marion estate. I have been living
in this State near forty years. I
married a man by the name of
Samuel Taylor. My post office
Providence, Grenada county,
Mississippi.
CATHERINE TAYLOR.
MR. EDITOR ---- I wish to inquire
for my people whom I left in North
Carolina. I belonged to Jack
Hatch, and he brought me from
there. The names are Park, Musliney,
Ransom, Jenner, and Minger
Smith, Winner Young ; Minner
Gye (belonged to Witter Gye),
Wesley, Apper and Randall Gye.
Address, BARTHEN HATCH.
Allen, Louisiana.
MR. EDITOR ---- I wish to inquire
for my people. My first owner was
Joe Ellis, in Green county, N.C.
and lived at Snow Hill. I was sold
to Charley Croom. My mother's
name was Katy; my father's Alle[illegible]
Mincy. He belonged to Jim Mincy.
A sister named Beady and Clara;
a brother named John -- his wife's
name was Mary; a brother named
Haywood, Howell, Peter, and
Davey. All these are my people.
My three first named brothers
belonged to Redon Coley the last
time I heard from them. My name
was Ben Ellis at that time but my
name now is Ben Ivy. My last
owner was Benjamin Ivy who was
living at that time near Livingston,
Sumpter county, Ala. Benjamin
Ivy's wife was named Mary Jane
Ivy, and when Ivy died I was sold
to a man by the name of McGowan.
Address me at Marion, Miss.
BEN IVY.
MR. EDITOR ---- I wish to inquire
for my sister, Manda. We were
parted before the war while out at
Allen Patrick's. Her name was
then Manda Carter. After the
death of John Carter she fell to
his daughter Martha, and she married
a man named Jack Bridges,
and he took her off on the coast.
her age was then about 10 years,
and I have not heard from her
since. My name was then Strong
Carter, but I now go by the name
of Cal Strong. Please address me
at Higdon, Copiah county, Miss.
MR. EDITOR ---- I wish to know the whereabouts of my people I left them in Pitt county, North Carolina. Father was named Prince Staton; oldest brother Richmond, Eliza, Lighty, Moses, Albert, Jacob and Isaac; oldest sister Betsy, youngest Fanny. My only son George John Archibald Staton. All belonged to McGilby Staton, except my son, who belonged to Ripon Ward. The last I heard of them was in 1862 by letter when they were living at Yankey Hall, near Chapel Meeting house on John river. Address John Staton, Richmond Texas.
MR. EDITOR ---- Mrs Annie Ware,
at Love's Station, Miss., has lost
the address of her brother and sister,
William and Mary, whom she
supposes may be in Richmond or
elsewhere in Virginia. She is
anxious to hear from them. We
found them last year but she has
lost the paper in which the names
appeared, and cannot direct us so
that we can find it.
MR. EDITOR ---- About the beginning
of the war Claiborne Brastfile
owned three colored girls,
named Easter, Lucinda and
Rachel, He lived in Harrisburg,
Kentucky. These girls went by
his name, and were all sold at one
sale. Easter was sold to Prize
Bunton, and he sold her to traders.
When last heard of she was in
Huntsville, Alabama. Lucinda
was sold to a man by the name of
Nat Wind. Rachel is now Rachel
Bannister and lives in Burlington,
Kansas, has spent much money
and time to find his sisters. Any
information thankfully received.
MR. EDITOR ---- I am anxious to
know if there is any of Johnson
Beatty's folks living. He, with his
wife, Jane, and two daughters,
Amelia and Ann, went to New
Orleans in or about 1863 or 1864 I
heard he was dead, but that they
were living somewhere in the city.
I would be glad to hear from either
of them if living. Write to James
Beatty, care of Rev. H. J. Wright,
Bunkie, La.
MR. EDITOR ---- I am anxious to hear of my child and also my parents, named George, Randy and Cindia Brown. My name was Rachel Parsley. George was six years old. I had buried a child four months old. My father, Randy, used to belong to a Mr. Southerin, and then to a Mr. Bill Brown. We all lived in Franklin county, Virginia. My sister, Mary Parsley, was sold to Mrs. Sukey Wright. I had an aunt named Viney Parsley. Thirty one years ago I was sold to a man named Davis, who sold me to Mr. George Ricks, who brought me to Texas 29 years ago. Andrew Meadows was the name of my husband. Preachers in Franklin county will please help me to find my people. Address Mrs. Jane Bush, care of Rev. D. Adkins, Liberty, Texas.
MR. EDITOR ---- I desire some
information about my mother. The
last time I saw her I was in Alexandria,
Virginia, about the year
1852 or 1853. Her name was Hannah.
She belonged to Lawyer Tibbs
who sold her when I was quite
young to a trader named Bruthing.
Lather Tibbs lived at Leesburg,
Va., when he sold mother to Bruthing,
and afterwards Tibbs moved
to Alexandria, Va., and swapped
me to Bruthing for another boy.
Bruthing put me in jail and I cried,
so he told me if I would hush he
would bring my mother there next
morning, which he did ; but I was
so young mother hardly knew me,
so Bruthing stood four or five boys
in a line and asked her which one
of them was her boy. She stood
a few moments and then said I was
the boy. Mother then brought me
some cake and candy, and that was
the last time I saw her. I now go
by the name of Henry Tibbs. I
remember the names of two of Tibbs'
sons, Abner and Kennedy. Bruthing
brought me to New Orleans,
La., and sold me to a man named
M. Pickett. If mother is found
please address me at Deasonville,
Yazoo county, Miss., in care of Rev
James Allen. HENRY TIBBS.
MR. EDITOR ---- I desire to find
my kinfolk. They belonged to
Henry Peoples and were sold to
Jeff Jackson. My father was William
Peoples, brother Dennis. They
were sold in Montgomery, Alabama.
Father lived on a little garden
farm about four miles from town.
Mother died before we were sold.
Her name was Easter. Two sisters,
Rosetta and Alice, and brother
Ben are dead. I was sold to John
Howes, and sister to another person.
Mr. Jackson brought sister
Caroline and I to Texas. Address,
Rachel Turner, Weimar, Texas.
MR. EDITOR ---- I desire to find my husband, Rev. Frank Hayden. He has not been seen or heard from by me since 1884. I do not know whether he is dead or alive. I am trying to raise our three little children, by the help of the Lord, and am hoping for his return. Address Dixie Hayden, West Point, Ky.
MR. EDITOR ---- I desire to find my wife's son; he left here in 1881; was carried off by a dentist named Dr. Skelly; they settled at Meridian, Tex, and moved from there to Grape Vine, and the last time we heard from him was in 1882. Any information of him will be gladly received. His name is Wm. Davidson. Address Tinsley Morgan, West Point, Clay county, Miss.
MR. EDITOR ---- I desire to inquire
for my husband and two children, a
boy and girl. Husband's name is
James McBride ; the girl's name is
Georgia, and the boy's Cornelius
McBride. I have not seen them
for four years, and cannot hear
anything of them. Please address
me at Millican, Brazos Co., Texas,
in care of Mrs. M. E. Marshall.
MARY MCBRIDE
MR. EDITOR ---- I desire to inquire for my brother and sister. My sister was named Lucy; she was sold out of the Allen family to a man by the name of Battle Esters; he sold her to George. C. Kees, who sold her to Tom Bates, and he sold her to Jack Brandstutter and he sold her to the traders. Then the traders took her from Ray county, Missouri. My sister had one of her forefingers cut off, and the middle one cut so it grew crooked, but I don't remember what hand it was. My brother, was named Joe Dennis. He was sold out of the Allen family to a Major Serve, who sold him to the traders, and that was the last I heard of him. His right hand was crooked. My mother and father belonged to a man by the name of Ephriam Youen at that time. My mother's children that were left with her at that time were, the oldest, Aggie, next Jennie, next myself, Sarah. My mother's name was Sally; father, Isaac Venerable. My youngest brother stayed with his grandmother; my grandfather was named Thomas Allen, grandmother Aggie Allen. I have a half brother by the name of Isaac Wadkins; he belonged to Charlie Wadkins; his mother's name was Aggie Wadkin's. Charlie Wadkin's sold him but I do not know the man's name who bought him. The last we heard of him he was somewhere in Louisiana. He was sold from Ray county, Mo. Address Mrs. Sarah Slater.
MR. EDITOR ---- I desire to inquire for my mother Menty Young. She was sold from us in Camden to a man named Huffman. When Steele's army came through she went away with them, but was captured at Mark's Mills fight brought back and sold. She left two sons and one daughter. The sons are Albert and Isaac, the daughter Phillis. She was carried to Texas. Address me at Hope, Arkansas. S. C. YOUNG.
MR. EDITOR ---- I desire to inquire for my people, Tom Leggett and Clara Leggett - my sister and brother. They were sold in Independence, Missouri, in 1861. I do not remember who bought them. We were all bought at Sheriff sale. My father, Dempsey; myself, Andy; Sally, Clara, Tom and Lizzie Leggett were all sold at the same time. My father now lives in Leavenworth, Kansas, Sallie in Sherman, Texas, Lizzie in San Antonio, Texas, and myself in Luling, Texas. Any information as to their whereabouts will be thankfully received. Address Andy Leggett, Luling, Texas.
MR. EDITOR ---- I desire to inquire for my people. My father was named David Armstrong, and my mother Mariah Toben. I had seven brothers whose names according to age was as follows: Jeff, Jack, Squire, Luke, Ceaser, Milton, and William. I had three sisters ---- Isabella, Eliza and Harriet. I left them in Cumberland county, Ky. They belonged to Mr. Joe Toben. I want to find them, I have inquired and failed, but I hear that your grand paper don't fail. God bless the SOUTHWESTERN and its editor, and the old Church for both of them. I now take my father's name, DAVID ARMSTRONG, that was in slave times David Toben.
MR. EDITOR ---- I wise to inquire
for my father; his name was Abe
Bosan; he left me in Shelby county,
Kentucky; he was set free before the
war; he belonged to Thos. Bundon.
He married a lady belonging to
Squire Mitchell, and they sold her
to Nelson Hope, and he moved to
Missouri and my father went with
him; they moved to Lincoln county,
Missouri, near Canton. His oldest
daughter was named Jane; his sons
were Thomas, John, Isom, Henry
and Jeremicah; his wife was named
Betsey Mitchell before he married
her, then she died and he married
again, and she went over to Kansas,
and my father would not go;
and I understand she came back.
I have not heard from him for 25
years. Address John Bosan, Shelbyville,
Indiana.
MR. EDITOR ---- I wish to ask information concerning my people, whom I left in South Carolina. My best recollection tells me that I left a mother, three sisters and four brothers. Mother's name was Harriet Price; sisters, Mary, Jennie and Ailcy Price; brothers, oldest was called El Price, Jake and Jas. Price. These all belonged to Joe Price in South Carolina, I do not know what county, for I was quite young when I left them. My name was Eliza Morgan. My father was named Isaac Morgan. My separation from them was caused by marriage. A Mr. Nixon married the young girl whom I was given to and they brought me to Texas, where I have been ever since. I was too young to remember much about it, but I hope the pastors and people of South Carolina and others will do their best to help me find my people. My name is now Eliza McMillon. Address me in care of Rev. P. Morgan, corner of avenue I and 28th street, Galveston, Texas.
MR. EDITOR ---- I wish to enquire
for my brother, Aleck, who belonged
to Mr. Pruit, in Mississippi. Our
mother's name is Olive. She
belonged to Solomon Blackwell.
When we came to Texas, he bought
her from John Herring. She left
two children with John Herring
named Frank and Lexcy. My
oldest brother used to belonged to
Jessey Pitman. We had one sister
named Harriet. My name was
Carrie; it is now Charity Griffin.
Any information of mother will be
thankfully received. Address me
at Flatonia, Texas, in care of Rev.
Thos. Wadkins.
CHARITY GRIFFIN.
MR. EDITOR ---- I wish to inquire
for my aunt Francis Freeman, who
belonged to Bob Freeman, in
Macon, Georgia. The last heard
from she was living with Mrs.
Fulton. I was not able to recollect
all people's names when I left
there. All belonged to Jim
Devans. I was Phoebe's oldest son
Franklin. I can recollect when
we left Houston county and moved
up to Bibb county, then was sold
to Bill Scott, then Phoebe and her
three children fell to Madlean
Scott by marriage. The three
children were Franklin, Henry
and Harriett. Harriett died in Cass
county, Georgia. Address,
REV. F. HAMILTON,
Mooresville, Falls Co., Texas.
MR. EDITOR ---- I wish to inquire
for my brother Edmond Francis
He left home in Vermilion parish
about the year 1861, en route for
Texas. We have not heard of him
since. My mother's name is Sylvina
Moore. We now reside at
Franklin, La. Our owner's name
was Pierre Moore.
Respectfully,
SAVARAN MOORE.
MR. EDITOR ---- I wish to inquire
for my wife's kin folks She was
brought from Richmond, Va , when
about six years old. She and
brother Henry, the eldest children,
were sold to Dr. Wm Bona'er, who
carried them to Fayetteville, Tennessee,
where Henry died in a few
years after. She lived there till
since the war, when I married her,
and we now live in Alabama. Her
mother's name was Mary Hubanks;
her father, John, who she thinks
was a free man. Their children
were Henry, Lucy and Patsy.
Wife's name was Lucy, but because
other's bore the same name she
took the name of Mollie, by which
she is now known. Address her at
Menlo, Alabama. G. W. WHITE
MR. EDITOR ---- I wish to inquire for my brother, Robert Caswell, whom I left in Dalton, Ga. Any information leading to his where abouts will be a great favor. My address is Frank Caswell, Luling, Caldwell county Texas, in care of John Henry.
MR. EDITOR ---- I wish to inquire for my mother Celia Aycock and three children. Brother was Bush Aycock, sister Malembia. Sister had a daughter Clara, and belonged to Mr. Aycock in Alabama near Fairfield. I went by the name of John Jackson but now have the name John Hibbler. Address me at Mossville, Falls county, Texas.
MR. EDITOR ---- I wish to inquire for my mother Jane Lampkins. I used to live in Montgomery, Alabama. My sisters were Charrie and Clarisa Lampkins, my brother Cyrus Brown was sold to old John Brown. When I left my mother I was only twelve years of age. I am now in San Antonio, Texas. Any information will be gladly re- by Celia Lampkine, now Martha Brown.
MR. EDITOR ---- I wish to inquire for my mother, Dicy Harrington, and my brothers and sister, whose names were Randall, Edmund, Peter and Lucy Harrington. Mother was taken from me during the war. We lived in Hinds county, Miss., near Goodman station. We belonged to Mr. Candor Harrington. Address me at Yazoo City, Miss. HILL HARRINGTON.
MR. EDITOR ---- I wish to inquire for my mother, sisters and brothers. I left them in Texas during the war; mother's name was Charity Lay; father, Frank Lay; sisters, Charlotte and Hannah; Hannah is called Todd for nick-name; brother Jim Benny. They used to belong to Wm. Lay, and when he died his brother, Tom Lay, took me to Louisiana with him; it has been about 23 years, and I was then about 9 or 10 years of age; my name was then Bettie Moore, and is now Bettie Chapman. Please address any information of them to Bettie Chatman, Shreveport, La., in care of W. W. Toliver.
MR. EDITOR ---- I wish to inquire for my sister. Her name was Francis Austin, and belonged to Mary Austin. A negro trader bought her by the name of Bess about thirty-five years ago. He sold her in Lexington, Mo.; he bought her in the same State. Her mother's name was Clara Austin. There was two more children, brother Amos and myself, Caroline Austin. Our mother came to her death by hanging herself. My sister had one child when she was sold named Eliza Catherine. My stepfather, Thos. Rines, belonged to Mr. Thos. Rines in Missouri. He was bought and sold by a negro trader, sold in the South. I should like to hear from him.
CAROLINE WILLIAMS.
Pittsburg, Camp County,
MR. EDITOR ---- I wish to inquire for my three brothers. I left them in Versailles, Woodford county, Ky.; at that time they belonged to a man named Boon Realy; they did not go by his name; they kept my father's name - Alex. Johnson, Ferlander Johnson, and Herguius Johnson. I have found my father and one brother in Kentucky where I left them. My mother is dead. I came to Texas with a man named Gus Slaughter. It has been thirty years since I have seen them. My name is now Mary Bassett. Address me at 900 East Ash street, Austin, Texas. [Write to Rev. H. W. White, Lexington, or W. H. Vaughan, Versailles, Ky., and they will tell you about your people. - ED.]
MR. EDITOR ---- I wish to inquire for my wife's mother, brother and sister, named respectively Nancy Jackson, David Crockett and Agnes Two other sisters, one named Fleuria belonged to Mrs. Lee Page, and the other Martha Ferry to Bill Jackson, Martha is dead. David Crockett and Agnes were taken by the sheriff for debt who left them in Alabama. We were brought to Texas by our old master Bill Jackson. My wife's name is Margaret. Address at Mossville, Falls county, Texas, JOHN HIBBLER.
MR. EDITOR ---- I wish to inquire for old friends, Emanuel Prial, his wife Emily Prial, and Gracy Green. They left here for Kansas last January. The last time I heard of them they were near Vicksburg, Mississippi. Also for my two sons, who belonged to Scott Jno. Wilson of South Carolina, near Anderson court house. Their names were Emerson and Mark Wilson. My daughter was named Louisa Wilson. Mother's name was Caroline Wilson. She and I were sold to Tyler Harrison, and when I was sold again my name was Elie Harrison. We were then sold to Jim Snery, but name is now Elie Hues. Address me at St. Martinsville, La, in care of Rev. Allen Luster.
MR. EDITOR ---- I wish to inquire through your paper for my father. I was about 12 years of age when I last saw him; I was coming through Memphis from Holly Springs, Miss., and have not seen him since. His name was Edmond Alexander; his first wife was named Ann; she was my mother; my name is Juda Ann, and at that time was Juda Ann Grear. Since that time I have married a man named Samuel Williams; now I go by the name of Juda Ann Williams. The last time I heard from him he was in Kansas. I was at Memphis three years ago to see my brother; before the war he was John Grear, but has since changed his name to John Crockett. I had two other sisters, Penelepy and Lucinda, Lucinda died and Penelepy is living at Holly Springs, Miss. My mother's last husband was Foyt Grear. Dear father, if this reaches you please address Juda Ann Williams, Paris, Tenn.
MR. EDITOR ---- Kind sir I desire to inquire through your paper for my mother. Her name is Louise, but she was called Lucy. She used to belong to Judge James, of Galveston, Texas. Her mother was named Rebecca Thomas; she belonged to Shaws, and her brother's are John, Dan and Denis; her sisters are Mary and Eliza; they all came from Baltimore to Galveston. She was sold from me when I was very small. The old lady that took care of me was named Aunt Judy, and I was called Judy, too, but since Emancipation my grandmother Rebecca named me after my mother, Louisa. I was her only child when she left Galveston. She was taken away by Mr. Tom Powell, and I think that she was carried to Brownsville, Texas. I will turn my thanks and also ask the blessings of the Lord to rain upon you or any friend that will inform me the whereabouts of my dear mother. I am married now and living in Richmond. My name is Louisa Ewing. I am very anxious to hear something of her, if she is living or dead, and if she has any children. Please address Louisa Ewing, Richmond, Fort Bend county, Texas.
MR. EDITOR ----- I desire to inquire for my mother, if possible to find out her whereabouts. Her name is Malinda Gill. We were separated in 1843, in Wake county, North Carolina, when I was about 2 or 3 years old. We belonged to Col. Oaddis (who was my father), he sold us to Israel Gill; my mother being high-tempered, Gill sold her and kept me. Rev. Purefile, who carried her to Roseville, where he kept a hotel. When Israel Gill bought mother from Col. Oddia we lived in Raleigh, N. C., then Gill moved with me to Texas. Any information of her whereabouts will be thankfully received. Address me at San Felipe, Texas, care Mr. C. H. Graves. HENRY CLAY.
MR. EDITOR ----- I wish to inquire
for my uncle, Frank Bowls. I last
saw him in Mt. Pleasant, Marshall
Co., Miss., twelve years ago.
Address me at Woodlawn, Miss.
F. SHIELDS
MR. EDITOR ----- I desire to inquire for my mother, if possible to find out her whereabouts. Her name is Malinda Gill. We were separated in 1843, in Wake county, North Carolina, when I was about 2 or 3 years old. We belonged to Col. Oaddis (who was my father), he sold us to Israel Gill; my mother being high-tempered, Gill sold her and kept me. Rev. Purefile, who carried her to Roseville, where he kept a hotel. When Israel Gill bought mother from Col. Oddia we lived in Raleigh, N. C., then Gill moved with me to Texas. Any information of her whereabouts will be thankfully received. Address me at San Felipe, Texas, care Mr. C. H. Graves. HENRY CLAY.
MR. EDITOR ----- I wish to find Harris and Yatt Rainey who were in Galveston, about the close of the war. John Rainey left them for the army and went to San Antonio. They had a half sister Siney, and a brother Martin; mother, Ellen, at the close of the war was at Danville, Ky. Address me at Floresville, Texas.
JAMES FRANKLIN.
MR. EDITOR : A young colored man
named Geo. Washington has
been engaged as a butler in our
family for the last two years.
He, with his parents, sisters and
brothers were formerly slaves and
owned by one Wm. Patterson a
planter and lawyer in the parish of
East Feliciana. In 1867 he came
North, and the other members of
his family went to Baton Rouge,
since that time he has lost all trace
of them, though having frequetly
written. He is now anxious to find
his long lost parents, brothers and
sisters. May I invoke your knindly
Christian aid in his behalf. Parent's
names; George and Rachel. Brothers';
Daniel, John, Isaac and Jesse.
Sisters; Jane. Lucy, and Louise.
While slaves they were known by
their owners name, Patterson.
Yours truly, S. D. RIPLEY.
5 West 37th St. New York.
MR. EDITOR : I wish to inquire
for my kin people. My aunt whose
name was Jane Shatels was sold in
Alabama. She had three children
living, two were Fary and Ann.
They were all carried to Fanin
county, Texas. I have a brother
Josh Shatels. I saw him 14 years
ago. There were seven brothers of
us. I left Alabama during the war
I now go by the name of William
Young. Address me at Argenta,
Ark.
MR. EDITOR : I wish to inquire
for my people. I left them near
Lynchburg, Sumpter district, South
Carolina. My mother is dead but
she belonged to John Colde, she
was Bettie Cold; father was Sam
Lawyer or Lawra,and belonged to
James Lawra, a cripple. My broth
ers [brothers], Erus, Sam, Tim Cold; Sisters
Abigail and Vinnie Cold, the oth
er [other] little one, I don’t remember her
name. I was sold to Henry De
berry [Deberry], and he carried me to Mobile,
Alabama, them to Mississippi. I
was Arthur Cold. Address Arthur
Holder, Turnersville, Miss.
MR. EDITOR : I wish to inquire for my brothers and sisters. Henry, Forbes, Billy, and James Brown belonged to Robert Brown. Sister Mary belonged to Willett Brown; Sister Harriet, to David Brown, the same man I belonged to. Sister Jane Chatman was sold to John Chatman, and he carried her to Alabama. Mother was Hannah Brown. I went by the name of Drusilla Brown, but it is now Walters. Sisters Dolly, Pinkey, and Rosa all belonged to Mr. Babe Brown. I have an uncle Bailey Brown. Father was Abner Sanders. Address me at Georgetown, Texas, care of Rev. E Henderson. DRUSILLA WALTERS.
Mr. Editor :- I desire to hear from my people. My mother left in Elton two boys and four girls. Sophia was the baby. Dr. Thomas Harris owned us. The boys were Harris and Jim; the girls - Rail, Maria, Sophia and Martha. Address Martha Johnson, Hempstead, Texas.
Mr. Editor :- I desire to hear from my son. His name was Tony Jones. I have not seen him since the war. He lived with Thomas Jones. His mother was Julia Jones. Address me, care of P. P. Brooks, Shelbyville, Texas.
MR. EDITOR :- I wish to inquire
for my brother, who left us in
Eutaw, Ala., in 1865, and has not
been seen since. Owner's name
was Mrs. J. H. Copp. His name
then was Jack Copp ; mother and
father, Eliza and Julius Copp.
After freedom we took father's
name Hobson. We are all alive
except Lemuel. Let this be read
from all pulpits where the SOUTH-
WESTERN [SOUTHWESTERN] goes. God bless the pa
per [paper]: I know of friends it has found.
Address at Meridian, Miss.
M.A. HOBSON.
Mr. Editor :- I wish to learn the whereabouts of brother and sister. Brother's named Jacob Winchester - belonged to a man named Winchester; lived in Franklin county, Ala. Mother was born in Marshall county, Ala., in 1830. Sister's named Amanda Brister, belonged to a man named Numore, lived in DeKalb county, Ala.; she was born in 1833 in Marshall county, Ala. My name is Chas. Banks. You will please write me at Curtis, Ark.; or to Rev. B. J. Donnell, Prescott, Ark., Box 107.
Mr. Editor :-- I wish to inquire for my brother John Altheus Richardson. Mother's name is Charlotte Williams. During the war we lived at Terrebonne Station; mother kept a boarding house there for soldiers. The last I heard of brother he was at Boutte Station, St. Charles parish, La. Any information as to his whereabouts will be thankfully received. Address, Mrs. Lou Lang, Houma, La.
MR. EDITOR I desire to inquire for my children, Manda and Anthony Oliver. Together with Ellen, youngest daughter, they belonged to old Mrs. Oliver. The old lady gave Manda to her granddaughter, and she moved to Huntsville, Texas. Anthony lived near the town of Milam, in Eastern Texas. We heard from Anthony since his freedom, and he was then in Shreveport, La. Ellen was found on Dr. Rogers' farm, in Brazos county, Texas. We were known as Benjamin and Gracie Oliver, but now go by the name Hubbard. Address care of Rev. John L. Smith, Millican, Texas. BENJ. HUBBARD.
MR. EDITOR I desire to obtain
some information of my father's
four sisters and two brothers,
named as follows: Minny Sally,
Eliza, Esther and Zilphy. Broth
ers [Brothers] names: Martin Van Buren and
James K. Polk. Father belonged
to Taylor; named Isaac. We all
formerly belonged to Wright Nich
olas [Nicholas], but we were separated among
his children; given to sons. I was
sold to John Mathews. We all
lived in Hitefoot county, North
Carolina. PHILLIS LEWIS,
Hockley, Harris county, Texas.
MR. EDITOR I wish to inquire for my father, Jerry Price, sometimes called Jerry Gaines. Before the war he was owned by M. A. Galbreath, of Jefferson Co, Miss. He joined the federal army Sept. 1863 at Natchez, Miss. Was last heard from in Louisville, Ky. My mother's name was Annie Clay. Address me at Union Church, Jefferson Co., Miss., in care of Dr. J. J. McLean. PETER GAINES.
MR. EDITOR – I am inquiring
of for my son, Nat Adams or Nat
Boykin. I don’t know which name
he goes by. His mother belongs
to Col. Adams, Madison county,
West Tennessee. His father was
named Clinton Boyton ; he
belonged to Eli Boykin. His oldest
brothor [brother] was named William Adams,
his oldest sister, Lucy Adams.
He has a scar on the elbow and
side where he was burnt. He left
home in 1872 ; he was then about
15 years old. I heard he went to
Kansas with one of the wounded
officers. Please advertise for him
in your paper. I am again married
and my name is LOUISA GIBBS.
Champaigne City, June 29, ’82.
MR. EDITOR – I still hope to find
my brother Jack Hobson, who left
us in Eutaw, Alabama, in 1877. I
have not heard of him since. Our
home before the war was in Clin-
ton, Ala., where we were born. All
are living except father and the
oldest brother, Lemuel. Father
was Julius Hobson, Mother is Eliza.
They belonged to J.H. Copp. Address
me, care of the M.E. Church,
Meridian, Miss. M.A. HOBSON.
MR. EDITOR – I wish to inquire
for my relatives – my mother, two
sisters and three brothers. My
father’s name was Henry, who died
in Maryland. My mother’s name
was Mollie, my sisters’ names were
Ellen and Winney. Ellen is the
oldest; my brothers’ names were
Warner, Lloyd and Burrell. We
all belonged to Mary Stewart, who
married a Mr. Fred. Terret, in Virginia,
and she carried us all to
Alexandria, Va. Warner, my oldest
brother, then was sold to Mr.
Sandy Arnold, a livery stable
keeper, when I left, my next
brother, Lloyd, was sold to Mr.
Bill Scarce, in Alexandria; my
youngest brother, Burrell, was sold
to Dr. Baker, in Richmond. My
two sisters and I were sold to Mr.
Joe Bruin, in Alexandria. My name
is Eliza. I desire as a special favor
of the pastors of Alexandria and
Richmond, Va,, the reading of this
letter to the people. Address me
at Marshall Texas.
ELIZA PEMBERTON.
MR. EDITOR — I wish to inquire
for my relatives — my mother, sis-
ters [sisters] and brothers. My mother's
name was Annie Straan; she be-
longed [belonged] to Billie Straan. We were
first brought from Butt's county,
Georgia, and from there to Ala-
bama [Alabama]; from there to Mississippi,
and from there to East Texas, Jas-
per [Jasper] County. Our owner, Billie
Straan, got in debt in Alabama,
and run away with us to Texas, be-
cause [because] his property was to be levied
on. The sheriff came to Texas for
us, and took my mother and five
children back, but Martha and
Maria remained out here with our
old owner, Billie Straan. The
sheriff was Billie Straan's brother,
Sam Straan. My brothers are
named Columbus and Richard;
sisters are Hannah, Betsy, Matilda,
Amanda and Martha Maria. Sis-
ter [Sister] Hannah is the oldest and
Amanda next. Hannah was left
in Alabama. When last heard
from they were all still in Alabama.
Sister Martha Maria is dead. I
heard indirectly from them a few
years ago, but nothing definite
enough to give satisfaction. Sam
Straan, my owner's brother, that
carried my mother and five chil-
dren [children] back to Alabama, I heard,
got shipwrecked while on his way
back to Texas after Martha Maria
and myself. I am alone here in
Texas, with no relative except two
of my deceased sister's children.
Aunt Mary is dead; also old Billie
Straan. My name was formerly
Amanda Straan, but is now Amanda
Whitfield. I wish to know if any
are yet living in Alabama, Louis-
iana [Louisiana] or Georgia, for I am very
anxious to hear from some of my
people. This is the second letter I
have written, but have never had
an answer. Aunt Mary Straan's
two daughters, Caroline and Har-
riett [Harriett], are still living and anxious to
hear from any of our people. Aunt
Mary Straan is a fellow servant of
my mother, Annie Straan. Ad-
dress [Address] in care of the M. E. Church,
Amanda Whitfield, Columbus,
Texas."
MR. EDITOR —I wish to inquire
for my mother. When we parted
it was in the year 1827, at Big
Black, Miss. Her name was then
Millie Black; had a son named
Charles Black and a sister named
Leah. My name is Ben Black
Any information as to their where-
abouts [whereabouts] will be thankfully received.
Address me, care of Rev. B.H.S.
Ferguson, Pontotoc, Miss.
MR. EDITOR —I wish to inquire
for my people. My father's name
was Norvel Bell; he had two wives,
his first wife was named Maria
Bishop; he had one daughter by
her, whose name is Anna Liza
Brown. His second wife's name
was Kate Houston; he had two
daughters and one son by this
wife. The name of the son is
Walter Bell; the names of the girls
are Cornelius and myself, Bettie.
My father is dead, but I expect my
sisters are living. I left them in
Galveston, Texas, and they were
living then. The pastors of the
Texas Conference will please
read this letter to their congregation,
and any information of them
will be gladly received. My post
office address is Winchester, Fayette
Co, Texas. My name is now
Bettie Moore.
Mr. Editor : Allow me to inquire for my mother and father. My mother's name was Mariah Strange, and my father's name is Jackson Coapney. I have not seen or heard anything of them since the breaking out of the war. My father belonged to a man by the name of Joe Coapney, who lived in Wilkes borough, North Carolina. My
mother belonged to a man by the name of William Strange, who lived in Murphy, Cherokee county, North Carolina. Any information of their whereabouts will be gladly received.
LAFAYETTE STRANGE.
Clay Street Rolling Mill, Louisville, Ky.
Mr. Editor : Allow me to inquire for my mother and father. My mother's name was Hannah Baxter, and my father's name is John Stevens Lawrence. Mother lived in Madison county, Ky. The last I heard of father he lived in Kentucky, near Silver Creek. His owner was Ned Baxter. My half sisters names were, Ollie Baxter, Fannie Baxter and Charlotte Baxter. My half brothers name was John Baxter. The oldest brother on father's side was George Lawrence. My mother adopted me to a man in Clark county, Ky., named Marion Cummings. The last I heard of sister Ollie she was in Omaha, Nebraska. She lived with old Mrs Davis, the mother of Marion Cummings. The last time I heard of mother she was on her
way to Kansas. I was ele[undecipherable] years of age when I saw her l[undecipherable] My father's brothers were Geo[undecipherable] Lawrence, Dillard Lawrence, [undecipherable] Samuel Lawrence ; and one sis[undecipherable] named Ellen Lawrence. Whe[undecipherable] left Parish county, Ky., my n[undecipherable] was Eliza Lawrence. My n[undecipherable] now is Eliza Buchanan. Any [undecipherable [in]formation of their whereab[undecipherable] will be thankfully received by, [undecipherable]
Yours respectfully,
ELIZA BUCHANAN
Alma, Kansas.
Mr. Editor : Please inquire for my people. My name is Edward Hudson. I was born in Russell county, Ala., in 1855, but was raised in Columbus, Ga. My mother, aunt and two uncles, belonged to a family named Hooper, who formerly lived in Crawford, Ala., and removed to Opelika. My father, Richard Hudson, emigrated from Columbus, Ga., to Liberia, in 1867. My mother's two brothers, Moses and Ike Hudson, were last seen by me in Columbus, about 1870. I had a half brother named Richard Hudson, Jr. My mother's sister, Mary Ann Sheridan, and her husband, Green Sheridan, were last seen by me in Taylor county, Ga., in 1875. I saw Louis Flournoy, a relative of my father, in Talbotton, Ga., in 1875. After teaching school in Talbot county, Ga., for four years, I emigrated to Mississippi, in 1876, and thus got entirely lost from my already scattered relatives. Failing afterwards to learn of their whereabouts, after repeatedly writing to them, confirmed my belief that they too had emigrated, or are dead. I forgot to say that my mother, Jane Ray, died in 1871. My stepfather's name was Henry Ray. Any person acquainted with the whereabouts of any of these
parties will confer a great favor by writing to me at once, and if my father, Richard Hudson, has returned home from Liberia, please write me word, also, as I don't know whether he is dead or living. I dream of him so much.
Yours, etc.,
CHAS. E. HUDSON.
Falsonia, Miss.
MR. EDITOR :— I desire to find mother's people. Her mother and father were named Stephen and Priscilla, who belonged to James Thomas, in Henderson county, Kentucky. Her brother, Jack, belonged to Wm. Thomas; brothers Robert and Stephen and sister Louisa to James Thomas. Sister Matilda was sold to Hull Hickerson; brother Stephen to Baker Jackson. Dr. Thomas sold me to Powhatan Robinson, and he sold me to Moten Tavern, at March Court. She left her son, Alexander Thomas, in Madisonville, Kentucky. Address me at Capleville, Shelby county, Tenn., in care of Joseph Beaver.
ALPHA HODGES.
MR. EDITOR :—I desire to inquire for my mother's relatives, whom she left in Cloverport, Ky. Her father's and mother's names were Bennet and Delila Johnson; brothers, Rolling, Elisha, Wesley and Bob Johnson. She also had a
brother named Smith Bonlette. Her name at that time was Sarah Johnson,
but it is now Sarah Forrest. Her aunts were Bettie and Sally. They belonged to Ezekiel, brother of Clayton Fisher. Her son, Henry Clay Brown, she left in
Elizabethtown, Ky. Before peace was declared, she belonged to Thomas, brother of Elisha Brown. My father, now dead, left his relatives on Stanley's Creek, Gaston county, North Carolina. His father and mother were Sam and Lucy Forrest; brothers, Moses, Orange, Wirt and Jerry Forrest. Ministers of North Carolina and Kentucky will please read this from their pulpits. Address, Chestnut near Valence sts, New Orleans.
BENNET H. FORREST.
MR. EDITOR- I am anxious to learn the whereabouts of my people. We were separated while in Kentucky, near Lexington. I was sold to Fealing Parks, and mother, two brothers and two sisters were sold to Mr. Fulgum, who brought them to Fayetteville, Tenn. Our father was left in Kentucky. His name was Henry Young; he belonged to Window Nancy Higgans. Mother's name was Melinda. Two brothers, William Henry and Edward; two sisters, Sarah and Bettie Fulgum. My name was Mary Jane Parks; I am the oldest daughter. Since I married my name is Mary Jane Jackson. Any one knowing anything of their whereabouts will do a great kindness to write me at Bentonville, Ark., or Rev. W. R. R. Duncan, presiding elders, Van Buren, Ark.
MR. EDITOR- I desire to inquire
for a little boy, Henry Scott, who
got lost last June. He lived near
Columbus, Texas, and he is about
8 years old. I wish also to hear of
a boy named Ed. Jarman. I also
had a brother, Henry, who was sold
to Bill Atwood. He then lived in
Harris county, Texas, near Houston.
Address me at Baazoria,
Texas. J. M. SCOTT.
MR. EDITOR- I wish to hear from
my brothers William, Robert, Martin
and Thomas Hill; and sisters
Nancy, Sallie, Eliza, Caroline and
Mary Hill. I left them in Hunts
ville, Ala. Father was Wm. Hill.
Address me at Capleville, Shelby
county, Tenn. ROSA A. WILCOX.
MR. EDITOR-- I (undecipherable) inquire
for my aunt and uncle Parry. (undecipherable) H
was in Alabama and went to (undecipherable)
Springs, Tennessee. Aunt Harriet
was born with Major George Taylor,
who gave her to Helen Taylor,
who married and went to Georgia.
Address Rev. S. Taylor, Providence,
Granada county, Miss.
MR. EDITOR-- I am glad to say that through the SOUTHWESTERN I have been able to find two of my relatives, Mary Jane Granger and Arch. Williams in Oakland, Texas.
ANN CARTER,
Mineola, Texas.
MR. EDITOR-- I desire some information about my people. I have not seen them since 1865. Sister Ellen belonged to Dr. Owens, in Freestone Co., Texas. I belonged to B. Owens, a son of the doctor. If Rainey, or Tom Henry see this I hope they will inquire for sister. I left my people in Calvert county, Maryland. Father, William Green, belonged to John Erfurt. Mother named Dorcas, belonged to Robert -----. She had seven children.
Address
SARAH JANE YOUNG.
Bastrop, Texas.
MR. EDITOR-- I desire to in-
quire [inquire] for my sister. She left us, in
Georgia, two miles from Alla-
toona [Allatoona]. She left this place and
went to the iron works to the man
who she belonged to, named Bird
Tracy. This was the last time I
heard from her, and was in the year
1855. At this time she went by the
name of Liza Tracy. Tracy bought
her from Leonard Huff. We all
belonged to Huff. My mother's
name is Lean Huff, father's Sam
Huff; I am the oldest daughter; my
mame was Becky Huff; next oldest
was Liza Huff, who is now absent
from us; next oldest brother Aaron;
next, Vina Huff, next Mariontime
Huff, next Valentine Huff; next,
Amelia Huff; next, Frank Huff;
next, Tennessee Huff. There were
nine of us, but sister Liza is absent.
When Leonard Huff brought us to
Texas we came to Caldwell county,
in the year 1856; we have been here
ever since. I am married now, and
go by the name of Becky Henry. I
married since the emancipation. If
any one knows anything about her
please address me at Luling, Texas,
Caldwell county, in care of Samuel
Huff. BECKY HENRY.
MR. EDITOR-- I desire to inquire
for my son, James Rice. He left
Russellville, Tenn , in 1885. We
have since heard of his being in
Aberdeen, and New Orleans, La.
I would be thankful for any inform
ation [information] as to his present whereabouts
Address his mother, Julia Rice,
Russellville, Hamblin country, East
Tenn.
MR. EDITOR-- I desire to inquire after my brother and sister, Squire Handy and Priscilla Ferguson. They were born in Frankfort, Ky. We all belonged to Brutus Clay, Henry Clay's nephew. Priscilla was at Helena, Ark., five years ago, and brother was in Delhi, La. He was at work on the Western railroad. My name before my last marriage was Leana Reed. Any information of my brother or sister will be gladly received. Address Mrs. Leana Patrick, Jeannerette, La.
MR. EDITOR-- I desire to inquire for my brother and step-father. Mother's name is Maria Bradford; father's, Thomas Bradford, and sisters', Harriet and Charity Bradford. I left them in Pickens county, Ala. We all belonged to James Bradford. My last owner was John S. Gill. When I left there my name was Mary Gill. Please address me, in care of Rev. J. K. Loggins, at Galveston, Texas.
MARY COOK.
MR. EDITOR-- I desire to inquire for my brother, John Lee Webb, who left here the last of June 1879, and said that he was going to the Mississippi bottoms, and from the time he left nothing has been heard from him. If any one can give any information of him please address me at College Hill, Lafayette Co., Miss.
J. G. WEBB.
MR. EDITOR-- I desire to inquire for my people, whom I left in Houston, Texas. Father's name was Clam Watson; mother's, Eliza Watson; sister's, Malinda Watson; brother's, Elijah Isaiah. We belonged to Duncan Linton, of Houston, Texas. Please address me at Weimar, Texas, in care of Rev. John T. Hill.
WILLIAM WATSON
MR. EDITOR-- I desire to inquire for my relatives. My mother's name was Fannie Haman; sister Katie Haman; we moved from Mississippi to Louisiana. I was brought back from Mississippi by my owner Henry Barlow, and left her in Claiborne parish, La., near the Arkansas line. She was taken from Louisiana to Texas, by Dock Haman, and there sold, but I do not know to whom. The names of my mother's children are as follows: Harry, Matilda, Sandy and myself. Sandy died in Louisiana. Any information will be thankfully received. Address Fannie Wells, Hazlehurst, Miss.
MR. EDITOR-- I desire to inquire for the mother of Mrs. Adeline Allison. Her name was Adeline Sheels. Her mother's name was Hannah Sheely. She was taken from Nashville, Tenn., two years before the war by traders to Louisiana, and she wrote to Nashville, Tenn., ten years ago, but the letter was not received. Any information will be gladly received. Address Rev. R. A. Fletcher, Union City, Tenn.
MR. EDITOR-- I desire to inquire of my kinfolks. Mother's name was Ann. She belonged to M. J. Murrel, and I left her in Mississippi, Marshall county. She was sold to Ben Cottrall. I was carried to Arkansas by Col. Redmon. Brother's name was Dick Madison; sister's Fannie; uncle's Madison; and and sister Eliza. Address me at Wallisville, Texas, in care of M. E. Church.
JEFF THOMAS.
MR. EDITOR-- I want to find my brother, Edward Grant; he was born in Mobile, Ala.; our father was named Dan Grant, mother Dapuera Grant. The last time I saw Edward he and I were in St. Louis, Mo., about ten or twelve years ago. He went to Cincinnati and I came to this place, Moss Point, Miss. If any one knows of her whereabouts please address me, J. G. Grant, care M. E. Church, Moss Point, Miss.
MR. EDITOR-- I want to find my people. I left them in Columbus, Ga., in 1876. My father's name is Manson Thomas, his wife's name is Melvina. They had 6 children--2 boys and 4 girls. When I last heard from them they were in the neighborhood of Selma, Ala. Any information will be thankfully received. Address Isaiah Thomas, Chunkey Station, Miss.
MR. EDITOR-- I wish to inquire
for my brothers and sisters. We
belonged to Wingard. The oldest,
Adam; Evearn, Dinah, Lucy, Torney,
May and Lenie Wingard. I
left them near the town of Lexington,
in Lexington county, South
Carolina. When I left them brothers
Adam and May was with Daniel
Dranes. I left them in the year
1 66, and have been living in
Attala county, Mississippi, ever
since. I have not heard a word
from them since I left. Address
me at Durant, Miss., care of Rev.
J.M. Nevils.
MR. EDITOR-- I wish to inquire
for my mother, father, brothers and
sisters. Mother was Katy Brad-
ford [Bradford], sisters Juan and Suetary, a
half-sister was Caroline White, and
she was sold to Bill Collee in Ala-
bama [Alabama]. I left them in Tolbert county,
Brothers were Louis, Armstead,
Aaron, Benjamin, Emile Crawford,
Harry Allen. Jim Crawford sold
him to a man named Allen when he
was a little boy. Then my name
was Eliza Crawford, now it is
Eliza Bell. I came to Texas with
William Stanford, son-in-law of
John Bradford. A friend was Sadie
Bradford, who married Mr. Caplan-
I have a brother, London Sims;
when they left father he was a
Harper. Brother Stephen belonged
to Stephen Pace. Julia Ann be-
longed [belonged] to Wm. Bradford. Address
me at Austin, Texas, care Rev. G.
Pleasant. ELIZA BELL.
MR. EDITOR-- I wish to inquire
for my three sisters, Hannie, Betsy
and Emma White. Our parents
were named John and Susan White;
we all belonged to John Campbell,
who lived near Haynesville, Law-
rence [Lawrence] country, Alabama. My oldest
sister was in Mobile, where she had
gone with her young mistress, who
had married a Mr. Evans. I was
brought to New Orleans and sold
by Mr. Evans. Our mother died
in South Carolina. I went by the
name of Arthur Snowton, mostly;
but since the war I go by the name
of Arthur Randall. Address any
information concerning them to
Arthur Randall, box 163 Plaque-
mine [Plaquemine], La.
MR. EDITOR-- I wish to inquire for Amy Franklin. The last time I saw her was in August, 1867. She lived with a man by the name of Bill Shelby; she had seven children: Tony, Peter, Lucy, Easter, Jack, Noah and Angeline Ellen. I left them on Boughperlein, Bolivar county, Miss. Write to Nick Franklin, care S. M. Morgan, Howard Station, Miss.
MR. EDITOR-- I wish to inquire for my brother, Sam Blake and Fannie Blake. John Blake brought them from Chester, South Carolina to Arkansas in the year 1856 Sam was named after father. Their mother was Lockey Mallory. I went by the name of Riley Caldwell. Our father was Sam Caldwell. I came from South Carolina in the year 1870 to Mississippi. I have not seen brother and family in twenty-five years. Address me at State Line, or Jackson, Miss.
RILEY WALKER.
MR. EDITOR-- I wish to inquire for my brother. He left his people at Claiborne, Jasper County, Miss. His name is William Green Bradford. His father, when a slave, belonged to Bob Bradford. Mother belonged to Mailon Morgan. Her first son's name was George Morgan, and all her other children belonged to our father, whose name was Anderson Bradford. Mother had eleven children. They were George Morgan, Cicero Bradford, Marion Bradford, Charley Bradford, James Bradford, Champ Bradford, Wyatt Bradford and sisters Ellen Bradford, Leah Bradford and my name is Oliver Bradford. I now live at Ocean Springs, Miss. Address me there, Oliver Bradford.
MR. EDITOR-- I wish to inquire for my children. They used to belong to Mr. Lilburn Foster, Hickman, Tenn. My oldest boy was Archie Martin, and Nancy Peter, Ellen, George Washington and Matthew Martin. Any information concerning my children will be thankfully recieved. Address Lucinda Owen, care Rev. Wm. Payne, Hazlehurst, Miss.
MR. EDITOR-- I wish to inquire for my father, George Hicks, who lived in Franklin, Franklin Co., Va. I was 11 years old when he left there in 1860. I belonged to Henry Smith Woody. Mother's name was Sallie. She had a husband named Dick. Mother was separated from father because he was free. Uncles' names were Ben and Gabe Wade. Grandmother's name was Pinky. Address me at Charleston, Delta Co., Texas.
TILDA HICKS.
MR. EDITOR-- I wish to inquire for my father, James Boxler. His owner's name was Daniel Boxler. I left when an infant and was brought to this country by Parker Brooks. Mother and uncle were brought out with me. Mother, Eliza Brooks, belonged to Parker Brooks. I was born in Chatham Co., N. C. Address me at Locksburg, Ark.
PETER BOXLER.
MR. EDITOR-- I wish to inquire for my father, whose name is William Gray. He left this city (Monroe) about fourteen years ago. He went to Little Rock, Ark., which was the last place I heard from him definitely. I heard a few days ago of his being in Lake Providence, La. If there can be any trace of him, or any one knows of his whereabouts, please address me at Monroe, La., care Rev. D. J. Price, lock box No. 40. Lillie Walker.
MR. EDITOR-- I wish to inquire for my father. His name was Sam Bassett; he belonged to Bassett of South Carolina, My mother was named Mary; she belonged to Dr. Robertson; she had three children: Aaron, sister Subiner and myself; I am the youngest one. When he left us he went to Washington City. I have inquired for him before. I heard he was keeping a wholesale liquor house there. He has been there ever since 1856, or perhaps longer. His sister was named Mary; she belonged to Lieutenant Givens. My name is Sam Bassett. Address me 900 East Ash street, Austin, Texas.
MR. EDITOR-- I wish to inquire for my kin people whom I left near Hampton, Va. Mother's name was Louisa Wallis; father's, Jacob Wallis, Sr; sisters', Mary, Martha, Betsy and Hannah Wallis; brothers', Ned and Jacob Wallis, Jr. Mother's mother was named Mollie, and father's father was named Ned Johnson. Our owner's name was Tom Parker. At his death he willed us to Mrs. Beck Smith who was some kin to him. Please address me at San Felipe, Texas, in care of Prof. W. H. Jackson.
HANNAH BUTLER.
MR. EDITOR-- I wish to inquire for my mother, supposed to be living in New Orleans, La. She was the wife of Frank Chauvin, and owned by Prof. Ortis, of St. Louis. She was sold from her husband and taken to New Orleans. I am told that she has a friend, Mrs. Nancy Jones, a member of the Methodist Church, living there. I am the only daughter, but have two brothers. Frank and James Chauvin. Address me at 1109 Washington avenue, St. Louis, Mo.
MISS MARY CHAUVIN
MR. EDITOR-- I wish to inquire for my people, whom I have not seen since before the late war. Mother was named Emily Thompson. She had one eye put out one night by patrol. Father was Joseph Thompson. Sisters, Amanda and Hannah. Hannah died in infancy. Brother's name was Joseph. These were all when I left. Grandma was Fannie Persley. Mother lived with Mr. Lodwill Bell. I was taken off one day while playing with other children on the placeby Messrs. McClaine and John Lumpkins, Negro traders. They brought me to Richmond, Virginia, and put me in the traders' yard. I was about seven years of age when I was taken from my people. I have not heard or seen them since. We lived near Richmond, Virginia. I am the mother of nine living children. Preachers and all who read this paper please help find my people. Address Hester Spraglin, in care of Rev. J. M. Nevils, Corinth Miss., lock box 42.
MR. EDITOR-- I wish to inquire for my sister and brother. Sister's name was Jennie Johnson, brother Abram Johnson. Our father and mother were James and Hannah Johnson. I have not seen my sister and brother since the death of our mother, who dies on E. Sharp's plantation, Bayou Lafourche, La. Soon after mother's death father took them to New Orleans and left me with grandmother. I went by the name of Millie Johnson. My name is now Millie Miles, wife of Rev. J. D. Miles. I will be glad if any one can tell their whereabouts. Address me at Musson, La., in care of Rev. J. D. Miles.
MR. EDITOR-- I wish to inquire for my sister, she is known by the name of Amanda Shin; her mother's name is Maria Wilkins; she has a named Pomp Shin, Frank Shin and William McCall. The last I heard of her she was living in Trinity county, Texas, about six miles above Mascow, in Polk Co. She left there about 18 or 19 years ago, and I have not heard from her since. When she left here she was known by the name of Amanda Shin; she belonged to a man named Shin. Address Thomas Wilkins or Niell Wilkins, Cold Springs, San Jacinto county, Texas.
MR. EDITOR-- I wish to inquire for my three brothers. They were taken to Texas 20 or 25 years ago. Fred and Tom Malone carried them there. My brothers were John, Coleman and Gustus. My mother's name was Sue Crecy Malone. I had a sister Harriett. My name is Tom. They left me when a boy. We were then living at Louis T. Winn's farm. Address me at Oxford, Miss. T.M. MALONE.
MR. EDITOR-- I wish to inquire for one Irvin Lowe, who left Hazle. hurst, Copiah county, Mississippi, in 1874, with wife and child. His wife's name is Pirenna Lowe, the daughter's Isom Gillmore. He left for Nashville, Tenn. His name before Lowe was Irvin Martin His mother's name was Lydia Martin. Two children, Alex and James, are dead. Please address me at Hazelhurst, Miss.
S.D. MYNOR, JR.
MR. EDITOR-- I would be glad to find my people whom I have not seen in 22 years. They are named James, Samuel, Harriet and Mary Bush. As I went to St. Louis I heard from some of them. My mother had three daughters; she died in Texas; my stepfather still lives there. In the name of God I hope to hear from my people. Mr. Editor, if it takes you all the year find my people. Address Bole Nelson, Spring, Hill county, Texas.
MR. EDITOR-- I would like to inquire for my brother-in-law, who left home in 1865 with the Yankees. His name was Hart; his mother's name was Tempy Hart, he had four sisters, Margaret, Mary, Virty and Millie, and three brothers, Riley, Washington and John. Any information will be thankfully received. Address C. M. Moore, Orange, Grove Co., Tex.
MR. EDITOR-- Please allow me
space in your consolating paper
once more to inquire for the
whereabouts of my father's relatives,
whom he left in Virginia. He said
he left them when quite young,
about 16 years old I suppose; he
left his people in Richmond, Va.;
was sold to traders and brought
to New Orleans, La., and sold to a
man by the name of A. G. Jordan,
who he served until freedom, who
farmed on Red River lands at a
village now known as Allen, 7 or 8
miles from the river, 5 miles from
Spanish lake. He has not seen or
heard of any of his people since he
left Richmond. He said there were
four brothers of them, and three
sisters, whose names were as
follows: John, James or Jessie and
himself, William Price; don't
remember his sisters' names. My
father has been dead four years; I
was not with him when he died;
but when he left me he told me to
inquire until I found his people.
He also left a father and mother
in Virginia. Address D. J. Price,
Fortson, La.
MR. EDITOR-- Rev. J. B. Smith, Bason, Miss., desires to know the whereabouts of William and Charles Rainey, and Thomas Roberts, or Dick as he is now called. His mother, Lucy Williams, is 126 years old, and would be glad to see or hear from him.
A.
MR. EDITOR-- We wish to
inquire for one Sarah Cooper through
the columns of the SOUTHWESTERN,
who was separated from us
by Negro traders between the years
1849 and 1852. We all belonged
to one Mark A. Cooper, who run a
large rolling mill and iron works on
the Etlawa river near the town of
Cartersville in Cass county, Ga.
At the time of our separation our
family consisted of seven in number--
father and mother, 3 brothers
and a sister. Father and mother
were Jim and Dveline Cooper; the
boys were Henry, Isaiah, Wesley
and Thomas, the girl was Francis.
Five of us were sold to Lathulias
Smith, a United States officer,
brought to Texas and lodged at
San Antonio. Mark A. Cooper
failed to sell Henry and Isaiah,
consequently the separation. By
constant inquiry Henry was found
after the emancipation, and is with
us. Isaiah Coaper is still at large.
Mother is dead, father lives at
Austin, Texas, and can be
addressed, Jim Robinson, care Rev.
C. L. Madison; Wesley lives at
Mooresville, Texas, and can be
addressed, Rev. J. W. Robinson; Henry,
or W. H. Cooper, is at Hearne,
Texas. If this letter reaches any
one that can lead us to his
whereabouts will greatly oblige the
above parties and an affectionate
brother. J.W. ROBINSON.
MR. EDITOR---I wish to inquire
for my father and mother, who
lived in Farmville, Prince Edward
county, Virginia. Mother's name
was Nance Eder Ellis; father, Zack
Ellis. I have been away from them
about fifteen years. Mother be-
longed to James Spencer; father
belonged to John Smith. I had a
sister named Cline Ellis. My
name is R. Ellis. Address me, in
care of Rev. D. Shelby, Coushatta,
Red River parish, La.
MR. EDITOR---I wish to inquire for my relatives, two sisters, Harriet and Mary. I left them in Warsaw, Missouri, in 1863. I got a letter from Harriet in 1869, and I have not heard from her since. Father came to Texas before the war. Mother died when I was a small boy. I heard that brother Jim was killed in Springfield, Mo. Harriet Mary and I belonged to A. Scott, and father to Levi Simpson. They lived in Lafayette county, Missouri. Father's three sisters were Leana, Fannie and Lucy, and three brothers were Jordan, Church and Mason. My boss was killed at Scott. I go by the name of John Simpson. Address me at Floresville, Texas.
MR. EDITOR---I wish your aid in
finding my brothers, Richard and
Samuel Gardner. My name was
Eliza Gardner; we lived in Balti-
more [Baltimore], Maryland, and at that time
my brother Samuel followed steam-
boating [steamboating]. There was another brother
of us but I cannot remember his
name. I was a nurse at a hotel
with a Mrs. Davis. I was stolen
and sold to Major Gibson, in this
country. Any information you can
give would reach me at Pickens
Station, Miss. A. LEMONS.
MR. EDITOR--1 desire to find my
people, John Smith, Alfred Weeks,
Greenup Weeks, Jordan Weeks;
these are my brothers, beginning
with the oldest; I had, also, a sis-
ter [sister]. Some of them are supposed
to be in Louisiana. My name is
William Weeks. Please direct any
letters to Colorado City, Hill Co.,
Texas, in care of Rev. Green Brag-
ner [Bragner].
MR. EDITOR--After having been away from my people for a period of twenty-seven years, I wish to inquire, through your paper, for the Brents family, whom I left in Clark county, Va., near Millwood, in the year 1857; six in family, my-self making seven; two sisters, two brothers, mother and father. My parents' names were Lewis and Louisa, brothers and sisters were Mathew and Spencer, Betsy, Eliza-beth and Susan. I believe that Spencer was the name of the babe, his name is near. out of my memory. My name is Hamp Morris. The family was raised by a man by the name of Col. James Belle; after whose death mother was sold to a merchant in business at Millwood by the name of James Clarke. My father never lived with the family, he lived in Winchester, where I was from, and brought to Mississippi by a man by the name of Showater. Since the time mention-ed above I have never heard from them. Please read this in both Methodist and Baptist churches. Address me at King P. O., Rankin county, Miss. H. P. BRENT
MR. EDITOR--Allow me to in-
quire [inquire] for my children whom I left
in Louisiana, at Flat Lake. We
lived with a man in the time of
slavery by the name of Jesse Pax-
ton [Paxton]. He sold me to Erwin Wil-
liams [Williams]. My three children were a
son, Davie, two daughters, Maria
and Cathrine. I was called Kitty
Paxton, but am now Kitty Presnell.
I heard that they were living near
Little Rock, Ark., over the river.
Write to Navasota, Grimes county,
Texas. KITTY PRESNELL.
MR. EDITOR--Assist me to find my people in Tennessee. I was raised near Centreville, Tennessee, and belonged to Major Robert Toddy. I was sold to Wm. Foster who brought me to Mississippi about 30 years ago. When I came away from Centreville a man named Jim Easly was postmaster there. I left my mother named Retta, and five sisters and one brother, also five children, the oldest one named Archie, next Matthew, next George, the oldest daughter Ellen (called Poll for a nick-name), and Nancy Retta, the youngest. Their father was Calvin Martin. I would also like to inquire about my fellow servants, colored people named Martin. Address Mrs. Lucinda Martin, Hazlehurst, Miss.
MR. EDITOR--I am in search of
of my people who left South Caro
lina in 1867, bound for Mississippi,
with Bob Holmon. Their names
are Aunt Rose, Uncle Ben Menard,
children, Ralph, Winnie, Wash,
Edward, Hannah, Butler, Silvie.
Uncle Marshall Strother, his wife
Patty belonged to Ned Culbreath
Aunt Rose has my brother Billy
with her. I am mother's eldest son
and was born in Edgefield county,
South Carolina. Address Garland
City, Miller county, Ark, Rev.
Charley Brown.
MR. EDITOR--I am in search of
of my people who left South Caro-
lina in 1867, bound for Mississippi,
with Bob Holmon. Their names
are Aunt Rose, Uncle Ben Menard,
children, Ralph, Winnie, Wash,
Edward, Hannah, Butler, Silvie.
Uncle Marshall Strother, his wife
Patty belonged to Ned Culbreath
Aunt Rose has my brother Billy
with her. I am mohter's eldest son
and was born in Edgefield county,
South Carolina. Address Garland
City, Miller county, Ark, Rev.
Charley Brown.
MR. EDITOR--I am very anxious
to hear from my sons, Reuben and
Serrie Low. In 1877 Reuben was
in the neighborhood of Society Hill,
Lee county, Alabama; I heard he
had moved to Benton, near Selma,
Ala. Serrie, I heard, was living, in
1878, at Deer Creek, Greenwood
county, Miss. Myself and their
mother, Charity, are settled on a
piece of land, and wish our sons to
take an adjoining piece. Preach-
ers [Preachers] will please try to find my sons.
I heard the one at Greenwood was
a deacon. Address me, William
Low, care of M. E. preacher, Cald-
well [Caldwell], Burleson county, Texas.
MR. EDITOR--I desire to find
out the whereabouts of my uncle
and and two aunt. My uncle's
name is Brewston Lee. He form-
erly belonged to the family of Lees
in Amite county, Mississippi. My
aunts names were Mary and Mar-
tha Lee, belonging to the same
family. Any information of them
would be gladly received. Please
address Rev. B. Bolden, Cheney-
ville, La, in care of Mary James.
MR. EDITOR--I desire to find George Sparrow, born in Norfolk, Virginia. He was living there in 1848, but I heard that since he went to Boston, Mass. His father was a slave, but his mother was free. There were three brothers Cornelius, John, and George. Address me, P. Stephen Burton, at No. 100 South Franklin street, New Orleans, La.
MR. EDITOR--I desire to find my
brother; his name was Robert Co-
field [Cofield]. He left me in True county,
Ga., in 1851. He belonged to Col.
Willis Cofield, and went to Cham-
bers [Chambers] county, Ala., with our young
master, Dock Cofield, in 1852; he
left there for Arkansas. Our moth-
er [mother] was named Lettie Cofield; my
name was Mahallah, but they al-
ways [always] called me Puss, for short. I
got a letter from him in 1870; his
postoffice was then Magnolia, Ark.
We had a half brother, Sandy, and
a half sister, Kitty. Our step-
father [step-father] was Joe Cofield. We lived
ten miles west of LaGrange, True
county, Ga. I remember that
brother Robert got his forehead
split open with an iron wedge,
splitting rails for a Mr. Joe Greene,
at night, and he will be known by
the scar on his forehead. I will be
obliged to all the readers of this
valuable paper, especially the min-
isters [ministers] of Arkansas, in helping me
find my brother, Robert Cofield. I
have a good start in this world, and
would like to find my brother. It
may be that my brother has gone
back to Tennesse or to Alabama.
I will be under obligations to any
one who can assist me in finding
him. Please address me at Bren-
ham [Brenham], Texas, care of my husband,
Thomas J. Escoe, or Rev. W. H.
Jackson, pastor, Brenham Texas.
MAHALLAH ESCOE.
MR. EDITOR--I desire to find my
husband's relatives. His father
was Sam Revels, mother Matilda,
a sister Emma, a brother Gates
Revels. I left them during the
war at Marion, Perry county, Ala-
bama. Charley Powels brought
mother and I to Galveston the first
year of the war, but mother went
back and left me. I now go by the
name of Sash Powells. Address
me at Brenham, Texas, care Rev.
W. H. Jackson.
MR. EDITOR--I desire to find my
mother's people, whom she was
separated from about 1845. She,
prior to this time, lived in Ogel-
thorpe [Ogelthorpe] county, Georgia. My mother
was Delia R. B. Myrecks; her moth-
er [mother] was Sarah, two brothers Felix
and Frank. All belonged to Capt.
R. B. Myrecks. My mother's father
was Hal. McQuarter. At or about
the time above mentioned, brought
about by a sale which took place in
the estate of said Myrecks, at which
eight of his colored people were
sold, with whom went my mother's
mother, Sarah Myrecks. A man by
the name of Pit Lumkin bought
her; and a short time after this he
bought my mother's husband, Hal,
from the aforesaid McQuarter. My
mother also remembers that her
grandfather's name was Frank, and
her grandmother Dola; they be-
longed [belonged] to McQuarter. Some time
later my mother was sold by Capt.
Bob Myrecks to Dave Roddy, of
Rhea county, Tenn. We now live
in Roane county, in the town of
Kingston, and I am known by the
name of Delia Roddy. Address
Mr. M.C. Roddy, care of Rev. J.
T. Henry, Kingston, Tenn.
MR. EDITOR--I desire to find my
mother, three sisters and brother.
I left all in Alabama on Widow
Malone's farm, on the wire road.
Mother was Maria Watson, brother
Henry Watson and sisters Lottie,
Hester and Mary Watson. I last
saw them seven years ago. Ad-
dress me at Fairfield, Texas.
WM. WATSON.
MR. EDITOR--I desire to find my son, Richard Campbell; he left home four years ago and went to Arcola, Washington county Miss. His father died since he left home. His father's name was Henry Campbell. I am a poor widow left alone with nine little children, and I wish to find him. Address Rev. M. White, Garlandsville, Jasper county, Miss.
MR. EDITOR--I desire to find the
whereabouts of one Martha Batts.
Some time since (about 4 or 5
years) she lived 8 miles east of
Athens, Ala., but told her sister
she was going to move on Elk
River. Her husband was named
Dave Batts; her sister Caroline left
her 11 years ago in Giles county,
Tennessee. When children they
belonged to Betsy Phillips, Giles
county, Tenn., but Caroline was
given to a grandchild of Mrs. Phil-
lips [Phillips], named Tilda Osborne. Her
mother and father were named re-
spectively [respectively] Anna and Jeffry Phil-
lips [Phillips]. The latter died in this city.
The mother was sold when Martha
and Caroline were babies. Ad-
dress [Address] Rev. L. M. Hagood, Nashville,
Tenn.
MR. EDITOR--I desire to find the whereaboues of the following named persons--father, mother, 6 brothers and 2 sisters. My father's name was Richard Alexander, mother's Lucy Bartley. I left them in Smith county, Tenn., 6 miles from Carthage. I was sold to J. Jimerson, and he sold me to Dr. Ray, a trader, who brought me to this country. My brothers were, John, the oldest, next, Luke; Ervin died in Nashville, Tenn.; Henry went off with Caleb Crain, George with Bill Crain. Sister Delithy I left with Frank Anderson, who married Nellie Bartley. Other sister's name was Violet and lived with Peggy Bartley. I was at that called Gidden Bartley. I now go by the name of Gidden Alston. Please address me at Enterprise, Miss. GIDDEN ALSTON
MR. EDITOR--I desire to inquire
about my cousin, Maggie Oliver.
Her father was Louis Oliver, and
her mother Martha Oliver. She
was born in Tuscaloosa county,
Ala. Address, in care of Rev. P.
F. Robinson, Darrowville, La.
HARVEY NORWOOD.
MR. EDITOR--I desire to inquire
for my family, whom I last saw in
Mingore county, Alabama, over 40
years ago. I belonged first to Mr.
Bumgardner and then to Dr. Ter-
rill [Terrill]. My people were named Char
lotte [Charlotte], Elizabeth, Delia and Charles
Bumgarden. I want very much to
hear from them. Address Alex
ander [Alexander] Worshup, Waveland P. O.,
Hancock county, Miss.
MR. EDITOR--I desire to inquire
for my father who left me in 1858
when I was a little boy. We then
lived in Hancock county, Ga. My
father went to Texas where he now
resides. I am married and have
four children. I live in Cypremort,
St. Mary's parish, and should
be addressed at Landon, Sorrel
Station, La. My father is called
James Murray, but I go by the
name of Sydney Battle.
Mr. Editor--I desire to inquire
for my guardians George and Sally
Hunter, who left the city about 13
years ago and said they were going
to Norfolk, Va. I have written
several times to them but have
never received an answer. My
parents are Hardy and Sarah
Forrest. Address me, Chestnut,
between Valence and Bordeaux
streets, New Orleans, La.
BENNET H. FORREST.
MR. EDITOR--I desire to inquire
for my kindred. My father be-
longed to Alexander Ule. I have
not heard from them since the war.
The last time I heard from him he
was in Memphis, Tenn. And my
father was named Sidney Lacey,
and my uncles, one was named
Jake Davis, and the other was
named Partees. My uncle Jake
went to Virginia, and uncle Par-
tees went to Louisiana. Address
me, Yazoo City, Miss.
WASH. LACEY.
Mr. Editor--I desire to inquire
for my mother's relations whom
she left in Cloverport, Ky. Her
parents' names are Bennet and Delily
Johnson, her brothers' names
are Rolling, Elisha, Wesley and
Bob Johnson. They used to
belong to the Fishers--Clayton,
brother of Ecabel Fisher. She also
hod [had] a brother named Smith Bennet
by father. My mother had a
son by the name of Henry Clay
Brown whom she left in Elizabethtown,
Ky., before peace was declared.
She belonged to Brown
Thomas, brother of Elisha Brown.
Her name used to be Sally Johnson
but is now Sarah Forrest. Address
he, Chestnut street, bet. Valence
and Bordeaux, New Orleans, La.
BENNET H. FORREST.
Mr. Editor--I desire to inquire
for my mother's relatives whom she
left in Cloverport, Ky. Her father's
name was Bennet and mother's
Deliley Johnson. Brothers Rolling
Elisha, Westley, and Bob.
Johnson; and her name was at
that time Sally Johnson. My mother
also had a brother named Smith
Boulette by fathr. Her son's
name was Henry Clay Brown. She
left him in Elizabethtown, Ky.
Before peace was declared her
brothers belonged to the Fishers,
Zeke, brother of Clayton Fisher.
She used to belong to Thomas
Brown, brother of Elisha Brown.
She also had some cousins, whom
she left in Lexington, Ky. One was
named Bettey. Any information
from any one will be thankfully
received. My mother's name was
Sally Brown, but is now changed
to Sarah Forrest. Address her
Chestnut near Valence streets, New
Orleans, La.
Bennett H Forrest.
MR. EDITOR--I desire to inquire
for my people. I have not seen
them since 1850. At that time I
was living in South Carolina, Sump-
ter [Sumpter] district. I belonged to Mr.
Gable Plouden. My husband
was Ely Hoog. My father was
Carliner Plouden. My mother had
five girls and two boys. My eldest
sister, Mary Plouden, married
Dreary Hoog. Other sisters were
Milly Hoog, Rachel Plouden, Ginia
and Sally. My brother were Hamp-
ton [Hampton] Wadus and Wm. Elerson. My
name then was Tenner Hoog. Mr.
Gabriel Plouden sold me to a Mr.
James Pack. I had one child
named Rufus Hoog. Mr. James
Pack sold me to Mr. Ed. Glover,
and he brought me to Texas. I
heard from them once since. Ad-
dress [Address] me at Patterson Station,
Waller county, Texas, care P. H.
Jenkins. TENNER BARLEY.
MR. EDITOR--I desire to inquire
for my relatives. My mother was
named Hannah Hellard; my father
was John Hellard; my sisters are
as follows: Jencey, Flora and Lucy;
brothers are John, Benjamin and
Miles Calvern; my mother had
twins, but I do not remember their
names. I was sold to a man named
Bill Haden, and brought to Alabama,
from there to Texas. I lef
my parents in North C rolina; and
the last time I heard from them
they were in that State. My name
was Dianna Hellard; my name is
now Dianna Johnson. Any information
concerning them will be
very thankfully received. Address
Dianna Johnson, Goliad, Goliad
county, Texas.
MR. EDITOR--I desire to inquire for Henry Metcalfe, who left Marion Co., Ala. in 1865, when he was but a boy. He left a mother, three brothers and two sisters. His mother's name is Phillis Metcalfe ; brothers', Armston, Charley and Joe. His mother, sisters and one brother are still living in Alabama. Armstrong and Charley are living near West Point, Clay Co., Miss. His mother came from Virginia with my father, Jones Metcalfe. Address me at Caledonia, Lowndes Co., Miss.
H. W. METCALFE.
MR. EDITOR--I desire to inquire for Mrs. Maria Henry, at the request of her brother, H. L. Williams, who died June 28. He left her May 6, 1867, and joined the regular army, in which he served three years--till May 6, 1870. That was in Loundsboro, Ala. He leaves a wife and two children. Please address me at Galveston, Texas.
WILEY SMITH
MR. EDITOR--I desire to inquire for my father, George Ford, who was owned by Tom Ford. Mother's name is Mary; my name is Clara. We belonged to Col. B. M. Terrill. I was about two years old when father was taken away. Please address me at Aberdeen, Miss.
KATIE TERRILL.
MR. EDITOR--I desire to inquire for my kin people. I am the daughter of Summerset and Lucy Green. I had two sisters, Mary and Lucy Green. We all belonged to George Mathews, a lawyer, and lived in Cumberland county, Va. I was sold in 1848 for $1,750, and taken to Louisiana. My present name is Ann Brewers, and my home is in Carrollton, La. Should any person read this who can give me any information as to either of the persons above named, I should be truly thankful to have them address me at Carrollton, La. ANN BREWERS.
MR. EDITOR--I desire to inquire for my mother, Susan Stewart. She belonged to Robert Berry, lived in Maryland and moved to Georgetown, D. C. Father's name was Richard. I was brought from Baltimore to New Orleans by a trader named Wilson, and sold in 1856. I left mother in the the trader's yard. Sister Mary Elizabeth and brother Charley, who was a baby, I left there. My mother had five children when I left. Address me at Yazoo City, Miss., care of Barksdale & Smith.
JACOB STEWART
MR. EDITOR--I desire to inquire for my people. They left me in Tennessee in 1861. Their names are Silvy, Tom, Ellen, Caroline, Queen and Henderson Buchanan. Silvey is my mother, Tom my uncle, Ellen and Queen my sisters, Henderson my brother and Caroline my aunt. They were sold to Billy Armstrong, and carried to Arkansas, leaving me in Bedford county, Tenn. I heard they left Arkansas and went to Texas. Address me at Aberdeem, Miss., care Rev. W. McDonald. ELMIRA BRACK.
MR. EDITOR--I desire to know
the whereabouts of my kindred. I
left them in Madison county, Miss.,
when quite small. My father's
name was Dave Montgomery, and
mother's name was Nancy Mont-
gomery. I had only one brother
and two sisters, oldest one was
named Hester, and the younger
Laura; all went in the name of Mr.
Charles Montgomery, who lived in
Madison county in the time of the
war. Address me at Durant, Miss.,
care of Mr. J. Fullilove.
ROBT. MONTGOMERY.
MR. EDITOR--I desire to learn
the whereabouts of father, step-
mother and their children. They
went to Texas about 28 years ago,
with a Mr. McClannahan. My
father was Isham Yarborough, and
a blacksmith by trade. I have not
heard from them since they left
Louisville, Mississippi. Address
me at Starkville, Miss.
Mr. Editor--I desire to learn the whereabouts of my brother. He left West Point in Dec., 79. He goes by the name of Willis Ham and Willis Morgan. When last heard from he was leaving Whitfield, Miss., and going to Kosciusko. Any information as to his whereabouts will be thankfully received. Yours, ROBT. MORGAN, West Point, Miss.
MR. EDITOR--I desire to make
inquiry for my sister, Julia Pom-
mer [Pommer]; the last I heard from her she
was carried to Little Rock, Ark.;
she had been living in Attala co.,
Miss. I had a brother named Adam
Pommer; we were parted in Georgia;
the last I heard of him he belonged
to Dr. Harden. Please address
Eda Pommer, in care of A. Lemons,
Pickens, Miss.
MR. EDITOR--I have found out where my brother Emanuel and Stephen are by the help of the SOUTHWESTERN. So please to make another inquiry for my sister Pinnie and her husband Robin; Robert is his name, but they call him Robin; their eldest sons are named Stephen and Richard, and girls are Mame, Emmer and Caroline. I haven't called half of her childrens' names, as I cannot remember them; I havefour names of cousins: Edmund, Comadore, Hudson, Nelson, all of them used to belong to Joe Green, who lived near Montgomery, Ala., and I have got one brother and sister after I have not found yet. Brother Stephen told me that they were sold in New Orleans and was sold together, names are Frank and Mrry. Our first owner was Louis Toliver. I was born in Georgia, and when Louis Toliver moved to Mississippi I was 7 or 8 years old, and when I left there I went up to the plantation that was called the Monroe Place with Nick Toliver, my youngest master, and was sold to Morgan Smith in Alabama, and he died in the summer about the year 1860, and about the last of November 1860 I moved to Louisiana by Frank Smith, and I pray God they may see this. Any information as to her whereabouts will be gladly received. Address Valetine Toliver, Shreveport, La.
MR. EDITOR--I want to find my
wife's people. She came to this
country by the name of Martha
Wright, and her brother, Green
Wright, came with her. My wife
and brother Green and her sister
Malishia Ann Gisush were sold at
Liberty for a debt and were taken
to Richmond, Va., where they were
sold, it was in Bedford county, and
when they were taken to Richmond
she was sold again; and there they
were parted. She left her sister
Malisha Ann in Petersburg, and
her little child and little brother
James Preston, whose father, Jerry
Preston, was mother's last hus-
band [husband]. I have hard from my
mother since I have been here; she
said that the next year after I was
sold sisters Fanny and Manda were
sold, and brother Marshall and
mother were sold in the neighbor-
hood [neighborhood]. The last news we received
from mother was in June, and we
are looking for a letter every day.
We all mere formerly owned by a
Mr. Billy Guissh, in Bedford Co.,
Va. Pastors will please read this
from their pastors. Address me,
S. B. Bland, Mathersville, Wayne
county, Miss.
MR. EDITOR--I want to find my sister, Mollie Bright, who lived in Allen county, Kentucky, until 1839, when she went West with Mr. Albert Bright, and since then I have heard nothing from her. Our mother's name was Candice Hobson. My name was Dollie Hobson, but it is now Dolly Malony. I live in Bowling Green, Ky.
MR. EDITOR--I want to hear from my aunt. She left us in 1865 and went to New Orleans When she left we were living with A man by the name of Sam Warden, a bricklayer. Aunt had three brothers and three sisters. Her sister Rhoda used to belong to Mr. Blanchard on Bayou Gross, Tete. Another sister was Harriet Carr. One of the brothers was Robert Blanchard, another was Edmund Blanchard. They all lived on Grosse Tete. Her youngest sister married Mr. C. S. Mimms. Harriet Carr's husband died in 1869. She had three children; Bedford, Henry and Bill who got burnt in Plaquemine, La. The last we heard of aunt she was in St. James on the Starpole Plantation Her name is Cassie Reene. Marrying might have changed her name. I hear she is in New Orleans. Address Ray Bedford Carr, Slaughter, P. O., La.
MR. EDITOR--I want to inquire
for my relatives whom I last saw in
Marion District, South Carolina.
We belonged to a widow, named
Mrs. Patsey Bass, who was blind.
My father was named Prince, and
my mother Cloe Bass. In our fam-
ily [family] there were eight children, three
boys and five girls; their names
were Dandy and Lucy, who be-
longed [belonged] to Bryant Bass; Caeser, who
belonged to John Bass, and came
from with him from South Caro-
lina [Carolina] to Louisville, Ala; Luke, I do
not remember who he belonged to,
he died in South Carolina; Sarah,
who belonged to Nancy Cox; Mari-
am [Mariam] belonged to a man by the name
of Hampton; Amanda was given
to Miss Priscilla Moody, and the
last we heard of her she was in
Clark county, Miss. I am the 8th
one, and my name is Clarissay; I
was given to a man named Eben-
ezer [Ebenezer] Tate, who bought my father
from Mr. Joe Bass, and Mr. Tate
brought us from South Carolina to
Green county, Miss. My father
died in 1865; mother died in South
Carolina when I was quite young.
I am the youngest of all. I was
sold to a man named Griffin. I
am married now and live in Perry
county, Mississippi, Griffin P. O.
Any information will oblige An-
drew [Andrew] Griffin or Mrs. Clarissa An-
drews [Andrews]. Address as above.
MR. EDITOR--I want to inquire for my friends that I left in Prince Edward county, VA., when I was sold away from there forty years ago. My mother's name was Amy. She belonged to Josiah Cheedle, but in the devision [division] of the property she went to Mr. Alman, and also took my brother Peter. My brother Nelson and I were sold to Wm. Harbert, and brought to Colorado county, Texas. My sister Lucy was sold to a speculator by the name of Hagar, at Richmond, Va. I left my sister Caroline with Josiah Cheedle. She had three children. If either of these brothers or sisters see this notice they will confer a great favor on me by writing to me at Alleyton, Colorado co., Texas. Address, Henry Harbert, care of Martha Harbert.
MR. EDITOR--I wi6h to inquire
for my people. Thir names are
McAfee. I do not see the names
of any of the McAfee family in the
SOUTHWESTERN. I look every
week to see if any of them is in
reach of the paper. If any one
knows the whereabouts of any of
the McAfees, please address T.
McAfee, Spinks, Kemper county,
Miss. I want to know the where
abouts of my father; I left him in
North Carolina, I do not know ex-
actly [exactly] the year that I left there. I
was owned by Jos. Batchelor, who
sold me and my sister Edy to Dr.
Middleton, who brought us to Mis-
sissippi [Mississippi], on the Yazoo river. My
father's name was Alfred Guntor.
Address Thomas McAfee, Spinks,
Kemper county, Miss.
MR. EDITOR--I wish to find my
father and mother. I left them in
Farmville, Virginia, about 1868.
Father was Zack and mother Ro-
setta Ellis. They belonged to Dr.
James Spencer. I have been here
about 15 years and have not heard
from them since I left. My name
is Robt. Ellis, and sister Saline
Ellis. Address me, care Rev. D.
Shelby, Coushatta, La.
MR. EDITOR--I wish to find my
father, mother and brother. I left
them in York District, S. C. My
father's name was Wilson Gordon,
my mother Ann Gordon, and my
brother Wilson Gordon, jr. I
heard that they were in Mississippi.
My name is Sallie Reeves. I was
brought here by Isaac Tipping. My
sister Charlotte is here with me.
Any information will be gladly re-
ceived [received]. Address me in care of Rev.
Henry Johns, Clarksville, Texas.
MR. EDITOR--I wish to find my
mother, whom I left in Missouri.
She was Frankie Hightower, be-
longed [belonged] to Bill Hightower. My
brothers, Cane, Bruce, Lee and
Brown and sister Fannie were sold
to Lem Jones and brought to Texas
in war time. I left mother and
three brothers in Springfield, Mis-
souri [Missouri]. I was sold to James Tinner,
at 15 years of age, was taken to
Arkansas, remained there two
years and brought to Red River
county, Texas. I went by the name
of Louisa Tinner. I now go by the
name of Eliza Green. I heard that
my mother was sold and taken to
Louisiana. Address me, care of
M. C. Baker, Clarksville, Texas.
MR. EDITOR--I wish to find my
people. I came from Tennessee
when I was only 12 years old, and
I saw my people once since the
break up. Mother was Emily and
father Edmond Bolden. Grand-
mother [Grandmother] was Ann Bolden, brother
Lee Bolden; my sister was named
Bolden. Address me, care of Rev.
Green Bragner, Hubbard City,
Texas.
ED. BOLDEN.
MR. EDITOR--I wish to find my brother, Albert Austin, who was a travelling preacher in Mississippi. I have not seen or heard of him in eight years. He married a Miss Mary Bell, daughter of Mr. Alfred Bell, of Crystal Springs, Miss. His mother's name is Mrs. Charlotte Havewood; his three sisters were Emeline Thacker, formerly Burkley, Clemintien Mitchell, formerly Baskin. They lived at Oxford, Address Paton Burkley, Atoka, Tenn.
Mr. Editor--I wish to find my sister Lottie Hunt, who was sold in Louisburg, Tenn., and bought by a Mr. Young, who lived in Columbia, Tenn. My father and mother were named Nathan and Kittie Hunt. I had four brothers, Tom and Anderson Hunt, and George and Bill Moss; five sisters, Lucretia, Margaret, Emily, Mary and Lottie. I have not heard from Lottie since 1866, she was then living in Nashville, Tenn. I was sold at the same time. Lottie was bought by a Mr. Black who lived in Winchester, Tenn., was afterwards sold in Nashville, Tenn., to a Mr. Cox, who lived in Aberdeen, Miss., where I have been living ever since, and go by the name of Matilda Cox. Address me at Aberdeen Miss., Care Col. W. W. Troup. Respectfully, MATILDA COX.
MR. EDITOR--I wish to find the
following named persons: My moth
er Sally, (father Abraham Turner,
died during the war), brothers
Isaiah, George Washington, often
called Lit, and one whose name I
cannot remember; sisters Sally
Eliza, Nancy Franklin, and Matilda;
aunts Eliza, Phillis, and Winnei;
and uncle Mack. I am the oldest
child and got lost from her and the
children during the war, as she
stopped to get some meal from a
mill, and the army soldiers moved
on. I have never seen or heard
from them since. I think it was
Sherman's raid in North Carolina.
Before the war we were owned by
Gary Druhorne, in Simpson, N.C.,
and after his death his widow mar-
ried a Mr. Hudson, and at her death
we were divided off to the children
of Gary Druborne. His children
were George T., one I cannot re-
member, Martha Jane, Francis Ann
and Nora. Uncle Mack was sold to
Blaney Williams, near or in Clin-
ton, N.C. I was called by the
names Nettie, Nep, Hetty and Big
Sister by my brothers and sisters.
Their whereabouts will be gladly
learned by me. Address me, Ester
Turner, New Haven, Conn.
MR. EDITOR--I wish to inquire
about my people. My sister
belonged to Sallie Drone in Atlanta,
Ga. Her name was Isabella. I
left her in Chattanooga in 1862.
Sister Ellen also belonged to Mrs.
Drone. Mother belonged to the
same family, and lived about six
miles from Atlanta. I had brothers
George and Giffel. Address me at
Auvergue, Arkansas.
ROYETHER BROWN.
MR. EDITOR--I wish to inquire
for an old lady friend of mine,
Manda Hester, When last heard
from she was in New Orleans.
She is the mother of Mary Milton,
Asa Milton's wife. They were na-
tives [natives] of Enterprise, Clark county,
Mississippi. Address me at Ed-
wards [Edwards], Miss. MRS. LOU DAVIS.
MR. EDITOR--I wish to inquire
for my aunt. She left us in Plaque-
mine [Plaquemine], La., in the year 1866, and
went to New Orleans to wait on
Mr. Delaney's wife, and we have
not seen her since. but we heard
from her in 1879 when at the Star-
field [Starfield] plantation. She has lost her
husband, he died in 1871. She has
two sisters living; the oldest is
named Harriet Carr and the other
Rhody Mims. When she left us
Rhody was going by the name of
Rhody Sirrean; and Cary Sirrean,
her brother, is named Robt. Blan-
chard [Blanchard]. Edmond Blanchard and
Willis Strowes are the names of her
other brothers. We were staying
with a Mr. Samuel Warden in
Plaquemine, La. Please address
me at Bayou Gross Tete, Iberville
parish, Rosedale post-office, La.
REV. BEDFORD CARR.
MR. EDITOR--I wish to inquire
for my mother and brother. Their
names are Febby and Charles Mar-
tin [Martin]. My mother's husband belonged
to Wm. Beard. My brother and a
sister by the name of Millie Martin
were sold at Wood's Gate, to the
travelers. I left then in Person
county, North Carolina. I then
went by the name of Anthony Mar-
tin [Martin], but now go by the name of
Anthony Powell. Any information
about them will be gladly received.
Address Anthony Powell, care of
Rev. E. Henderson, LaGrange, Fay-
ette [Fayette] county, Texas. Box 165.
MR. EDITOR--I wish to inquire
for my people whom I left in Paris,
Missouri. Mother had six children
when she left Paris, namely :
Lucinda, John, Peter, Isaac, Isabella,
and George. She belonged to
James Howell, I belonged to Bell
Haor, Springfield, Ky. I left her
in Lafayette county, Texas. She
used to stay with a man named
James McFadden. Address Peter
Williams or Lucinda Pitts, Houston,
Texas.
MR. EDITOR--I wish to inquire
for my people; I left them in Stillsburg,
Barton county, Ga. We were
slaves of Mr. Billy Shaw. He had
two sons named Elijah and Elisha
Shaw. My mother's name was
Ann Shaw; her husband belonged
to Mr. Frank Henderson, who lived
near the Baptist Church on Raccoon
Creek, on the main road from
Stillsburg to Cartersville. I have
one sister named Francis, and
brothers named Benjamin, Robert
and Burl. My name is John Green
Shaw; address me at Germantown,
Mason county, Ky.
MR. EDITOR--I wish to inquire
for Rose Hamilton. I last saw her
in Kansas City. We were sold by
Charlie Hamilton, and went from
Georgia to Lynne county, Kansas,
and thence to Kansas City, Mo.
There were three boys, Lee, Squire
and Frank. The last time I heard
of Rose she was in Louisiana, be-
tween [between] Shreveport and Marshall.
Her mother was Silvie Scott; her
sister Caroline belonged to a Mr.
Baxter. Address me at Mooresville,
Texas. FRANK HAMILTON.
MR. EDITOR--I wish to inquire
about a young man who left here
about two years ago. His name is
Robert Caston, his mother's name
is Salem, and she has not heard
from him since he left. Address
me at Clinton, La.
CHARLIE ANGRUM.
MR. EDITOR--I wish to inquire
about my people, Frank, Bartle
and Charles Redick. When last
heard from they were in Martin
county, North Carolina. My name
was Sarah Redick, now Sarah Han-
lay. Any information will be glad-
ly received. Please send word to
Elder Mecomer, pastor of Simp
son Chapel, M. E. Church, corner
of Howard and Second streets, In-
dianapolis, Ind.
MR. EDITOR--I wish to inquire
by the help of your paper for some
of my people. I got a letter from
Brother Stephen Toliver, in Tex-
as stating that our Brother Frank
and Sister Mary Toliver have
never been seen nor heard from
since they were sold, and I wish
to inquire for them. He states
that they were sold in New Or-
leans, and the man that bought
them took them up the Mississippi
river, but he did not know his
name. Names as follows: Our
first owner, who raised us, was Mr.
Louis Toliver, who lived in Mis-
sissippi. I have got one sister I
left in Alabama in 1860, but I
don't think that Brother Frank
and Sister Mary can recollect her;
as she was taken from them when
they were small, and I have never
heard from her nor any of the
children yet. Her name is Pininie
Green. Her husband was Robin
Green. Her sons Stephen and
one Richard. She had a large
family but I cannot recollect all
of the children's names. They be-
longed to Joe Green, who lives
near Montgomery, Ala. Address
Valentine Toliver, Shreveport, La.
MR. EDITOR--I wish to inquire
for a friend. He left here in 1880,
and I have not heard from him
since 1882, and then he was in
Jackson county. His name is
James D. Anderson. Please ad-
dress [address] me at Pearl River, Louisiana.
ANNISE AVERY.
MR. EDITOR--I wish to inquire
for friends whom I have not
seen since the war. They are Al-
bert [Albert] and Baker McAfee. Some of
the McAfee people are living west of
this State, and I think some are in
Hinds county. If the reader knows
anything of them, I would be
thankful for information. Please
address me at Spinks P. O., Kem-
per county, Miss.
THOMAS MCAFEE.
MR. EDITOR--I wish to inquire
for my aunt, Malinda Wiggington,
who in slave time belonged to Mr.
Mr. Corneal Wiggington; also for
aunt Charity Wiggington, and
Jerry, my uncle, who lived with
Wm. Powell. I heard that brother
Bob went to Alabama with Bob
Hutchinson, and from there to
Louisiana. I also wish to hear from
Irving, Jerry and Nancy Hutchin-
son. I lived 14 miles from Mont-
gomery, Ala. Address me at
Cornoe's Switch, care of J. M. Scott,
Caney, Texas.
MR. EDITOR--I wish to inquire
for my aunt, whose name is Malisey
Ervin. Father and mother were
named Benjamin and Caroline
Ervin. Her first husband was
named Ealsy Ervin. She has mar-
ried [married] again, but her husband's name
is not known to me. She lived in
San Augustine, Texas. The last
time I heard from her she was in
Crawfordsville, Kansas. My ad
dress [address] is Fulton, Ark. My father's
name is William Henry. My name
is Robert Youngblood Henry.
MR. EDITOR--I wish to inquire
for my brother, sold in the year
1856. He belonged to Mrs. Sarah
McDonald, the widow of 'Big
Jack," near Lynchburg, Sumpter
district, South Carolina. His
father was Gabriel, his mother Ma
ria; his eldest brother Joseph and
eldest sister Caroline. The name
of the one I am inquiring for is
Harvey, went off in company with
a man named Williams. When
I last heard of him he was in
Louisiana. Any information of
him will be gladly received and re
warded. Address J. Wofford
White, pastor, Florence, South
Carolina.
MR. EDITOR--I wish to inquire
for my brother, whom I have not
heard from since 1879; at that time
he was in Florida, a preacher of
the A.M.E. Church. He told me
in his last letter not to write to
him for he would not be there.
His old master's name was Edward
E. S. Jones; his name was William
Linyer Jones, but when he
addressed me he always signed his
name W. L. Jones, but in the last
letter he told me to sign his name
W. L. G. Jones, in order that he
might have the name of his father,
in order that he should not miss
the letter. Father and mother
were named Durant and Suky
Jones; the children were named
Anthony, Flora, Durant, Tibby,
William Linyer and John Jefferson.
Address me, Durant Golden, at
Bell Prairie, Miss.
MR. EDITOR--I wish to inquire
for my brother. His name is Wil-
Liam [William] Brown; his mother's name is
Mary Brown, and father's name is
Charles Brown; brothers, George,
Louis and Shadrick Brown; sisters,
Dolly and Susan Brown. We all
belonged to Andrew Crew, of
Richmond, Va., but Andrew Crew
sold brother William to Chiny Car-
ter [Carter], and he sold him down South.
I am his younger brother. Mother
had one child after he was sold,
Isaiah Brown. Pastors will please
read this letter to their congrega-
tions [congregations]. His brother George Brown
is at 716 Third street, Richmond,
Va.; his brother Isaiah Brown is
at 105 Perdido street, New Orleans,
La. A friend told his brothers
that William was in Key West,
Florida. 2t
MR. EDITOR--I wish to inquire
for my brothers, Daniel, James and
David Meyers. We were sold apart
in Hancock, Maryland county, Vir-
ginia [Virginia]. At last accounts of him he
was in New Jersey. My name was
Henry Meyers, but is now Henry
Johnson. Address Henry Johnson,
care of Rev. C. C. Minegan, St.
Paul M. E. Church, Galveston,
Texas.
MR. EDITOR--I wish to inquire
for my father and brother, who
were sold in 1840; they belonged to
a man by the name of Leonard
Eagleheart; they were sold to the
South; I do not know who bought
them, as I was too small to remem
ber much. My father's name was
Isaac Seanal and mother Emma
Seanal; they had six children; their
names were John, Louis, Harriet,
Gauliss, Daniel and Sophia. My
father and brother was from
Baltimore, Md. Brother Getues
went to the army, I do not know
what became of him. Any inform
ation will be thankfully received.
Address Harriet McArny, San
Antonio, Texas.
MR. EDITOR--I wish to inquire
for my father, whom I have not
heard from since 1863. He and
several others were carried to Lou-
isiana [Louisiana] to the salt works by his
owners. He went by the name of
Daniel Hurd. My mother heard
once that he was at Monroe, La.,
When he left mother we were at
Decatur, Newton county, Miss.
My mother left there in 1864 with
the Yankees. If he ever went back
we never learned. I also wish to
find my brother, Isaac Loper, we
have not heard from him in four-
teen [fourteen] years. The last account we
had of him he was at Warren Land-
ing [Landing] Miss. If any information can
be had please address Frank J.
Loper, box 278, Colorado Springs,
Colorado.
MR. EDITOR--I wish to inquire
for my mother and brother. I was
brought here two years before the
war by a Mr. Campbell. My own-
er's [owner's] name was Sam Boggs and
mother's master was named Thomas
Brinkley. When I left mother
was 100 miles from Baltimore, near
Saulsbury. She had nine children,
three girls and six boys. I am the
third child; Bro. William is older
than I am. Mother's name is Nelly
Brinkley, and father's Edmond
Denis, and belonged to Lizzie Rush.
One of master's places was on Po-
comoke [Pocomoke] river. I lived at Bunker's
Hill, near the turnpike road, five
miles from Baltimore. My name
then was Sophia Badges but is So-
phia [Sophia] Harris. Address, care of
Sam Timmons, Alpha, Louisiana.
MR. EDITOR--I wish to inquire
for my mother and two sisters.
Mother was Sarah Jane, sisters
Ella and Belle. We belonged to
John Johnson who brought us from
Missouri to Texas. I left them in
Johnson county, Texas. Johnson
sold me to a Mr. Varnell. Address
me at Ross Station, McLennan,
county.
MR. EDITOR--I wish to inquire
for my mother whom I have not
seen for several years. Her name
was Rose Ann Hill, belonged to
George Hill, and had one boy named
Willie. I left her near Tuscumbia,
Miss. I came from Mississippi to
Texas with a man who was Geo,
Hill, settled at Corinth, Houston
county, and lived there five years.
Mother had a son named Andrew.
My name at that time was Maria
Foreman. I am now living near
Alleyton, and doing well. Address
me at this point--Alleyton, Texas
care of Rev. Cogswell.
MARIA LACKEY.
MR. EDITOR--I wish to inquire
for my mother, three brothers and
sister. My parents were named
Jim and Kitty Caruthers. My
brothers were Jim Whiting and
John and George Caruthers. My
sister was named Rachel Rose. We
all belonged to a man named Wm.
Caruthers. When I was eight years
old my brother Jim Whiting and I
were sold to a speculator. I left
them all in Fort Smith, Virginia.
My name at that time was Bill Caru
thers [Caruthers], but is now Bill Gross. Ad-dress [Address] any information to Bill Gross,
care of Rev. E. Henderson, La
Grange, Texas.
MR. EDITOR--I wish to inquire
for my people that I left in Mar-
shall county, Miss.--my mother,
brother and three sisters. I have
not seen or heard from them since
the war. My mother was Lucinda,
father Willis, but he died when I
was a small boy. My brother's
name was John, my sisters Dorcas,
Mary Ann and Hannah, who was
the baby when I left home. My
name was Riley, and we belonged
to Lem Smith. Our mistress was
Loveley, who was the daughter of
Joseph Chairs. We fell to Mr.
Smith, by his wife. My brother
Isam was my mother's oldest child,
and sister Dorcas the next, then a
brother died of the lockjaw by cut-
ting his big toe; his name was
Pressly, but we called him Pedler.
Riley, Mary Ann and Hannah were
very small when I left home. We
lived about 7 miles Northeast of
Holly Springs, near a village
called Hudsonville, and than
people would get off the cars at
Sylvester Church,and if that church
still stands please tell the preacher
in charge to read this to his con-
gregation. Address Riley Smith,
Giddings, Lee county, Texas, in
care of Rev. T. J. Smith.
MR. EDITOR--I wish to inquire
for my people that I left in Tennes
see in 1856. We all used to belong
to the Widow Cooper, 5 1/2 miles from
Charlotte, and I was sold to a man
by the name of Wm. Holt; I was
with him about 2 years and he
broke, and then I was sold again to
a man by the name of James T.
Armston, and was carried to Arkan-
sas and I remained there about 5
years, and during the war I was
brought to Texas. I had a sister
by the name of Easter and broth-
er by the name of Robert Richard,
and a sister named Lucinda, and a
brother Cyrus. I heard that Cyrus
was dead. I am the next. Ad-
dress Sandy Cooper, Galveston,
Texas.
MR. EDITOR--I wish to inquire
for my people whom I left in Lou-
isiana [Louisiana] before the war. I had three
brothers named John Snowden,
Andrew Brown and Henry Wilson;
and one sister, Priscilla Brown.
Kin folks were Marie Johnson and
Francis Johnson. They all be-
longed [belonged] to Lord Cox in Ascension
parish. I was called Sarah Smith,
and belonged to Phillip Barton
Key. My mother and brother live
near the little town of Jefferson-
ville [Jeffersonville], La., and I have not heard
from them since I left there two
years after the war, One of my
sisters came out here, but she
went back. I now go by the name
of Sarah Key. Address me at
Bremond, Texas, care of Rev. W.
J. Mitchell.
MR. EDITOR--I wish to inquire
for my people. I left them in Nash-
ville, Tenn. There was mother and
six children of us. We belonged
to Mr. Hambrick. Mother's name
was Sallie, the children's names
were Silva, Willis, Frank, Thomas,
Richard and Ruth. I left Willis
and Silvia with mother in Nash-
ville. Thomas, if not dead, I sup-
pose is in Huntsville, Ala., and
when I last heard of Richard he
was in the army. Any information
concerning either of them will be
thankfully received at 805 Madison
street, Covington, Ky.
RUTH HAMBRICK,
(alias Pope.
MR. EDITOR--I wish to inquire
for my people. My father's name
was Robert Crockett; he used to
belong to a Mr. Crockett in Butts
county, Georgia. I heard that
he is dead. Mother's name was
Ann; she used to belong to Billie
Strahan, who also lived in Butts
county, Georgia. Brothers were
Robert Columbus and Dickey
Richard; sisters, Hannah, Betsy
Matilda and Martha Maria. My
name is Chiranda Sarah Jane. Bil-
lie [Billie] Strahan brought us all from
Georgia to East Texas. Sam Stra
han [Strahan], a brother of Billie Strahan,
took my mother, brothers and sis-
ters [sisters] back to Georgia, and I was left
in Texas with Strahan. I am now
in Columbus, Colorado co, Texas.
My name is now Amanda Whit
field [Whitfield]. Pastors will please read this
letter to their congregations and
help me find my people. Address
Amanda Whitfield, care of John
Lacey, Columbus, Texas.
MR. EDITOR--I wish to inquire
for my people. My name is Rachel
Melvina Pemberton. I used to be-
long [belong] to a man by the name of Eze-
kiel [Ezekiel] Pemberton, who lived in Sul-
livan [Sullivan] county, East Tennessee, near
Bushous Iron Works, and about
three miles from Popesville. My
father, who lived in the same
county, was Charles Blevins, and
belonged to Miss Abby and Miss
Labby Morrell. My mother was
Malinda Pemberton, and I had
three sisters, Rebecca, Emeline and
Caroline. Caroline was John
Worley's wife. David Blevins,
Jack Blevins, Charles Blevins,
Rhoda Blevins, Rachel Blevins and
Emma Boyd and Anderson Morrell
were my uncles and aunts. As I
said, my name is Rachel Malvina,
but they used to call me Brookens
for short. My relatives are in the
State of Ohio, but I do not know
what part. I would be under
many obligations for your kindness
and trouble if you could find any
trace of them, and would let me
know. I was sold from them into
State of Mississippi, in May 1853.
Address Rachel Pembleton, Ox-
ford [Oxford], Miss.
MR. EDITOR--I wish to inquire
for my people. The last time I saw
them was five miles from Monticel-
lo [Monticello]. Our owners were W. Williams,
C. Feeney. Geo. Coleman brought
us to Texas. Mother was Lizzie,
but they called her Lilly. My old-
est [oldest] sister was Pussy, brother,
Gabriel. I had a brother left at
Mr. Blackin's, five miles from Sum-
mersville [Summersville]. Mother's baby child I
left with her, named Betty. Sister
Betty was the mother of two child-
ren [children]. Sister Pussy had one daughter
when I left, named Clory Ann.
Father was Lewis, and belonged to
Samuel Newby. Father had a sis-
ter [sister] Sarah, and brothers John,
Dimosard and Andre. Aunt had
three boys, oldest Henry, next Sol-
omon [Solomon]. Her oldest girl was Maria,
the next Reney, Mary, Martha and
Lucy. I left them in Tennessee. I
had a sister, Julia Trent, a cousin
Julia in Arkansas. I had a cousin
Albert Wilson, and Manuel Thomp-
son [Thompson] and John Michael. I am now
a widow. Direct letters to Mexia,
Texas. S. HAWKINS.
MR. EDITOR--I wish to inquire
for my people. Father, mother,
brother Ardrick and sister Elvira,
we left in Thomasville, Ga. I was
quite small, and can not remember
all the children. We were brought
to Texas by M. C. Clindor and Dr.
Bailey. I can not tell how long
since I left them with the widow
Todd. Father was Simon, mother
Fannie Todd. When I came to
Texas I was Dick Bailey, but now
I am Dick Bartlett. Address me
at Marlin, Falls county, Texas.
MR. EDITOR--I wish to inquire
for my people. My mother's name
was Mary Liza Gross, stepfather's
name Major Gross, Brother Henson
Bons, half-sister named Mary Liza
Brown, Uncle Manuel Clinton. We
all used to live in St. Mary County,
Maryland. We lived near Sintun-
gus [Sintungus] and a postoffice by the name
of Frap. My owners was Richard
Clark, and his wife was Mary Liza
Clark. Mary Liza Clark sold me
to James Linglan, and he sold me
to a trader, and I was sold again
and brought to Mississippi in 1849,
where I now live. My name when
I left there was Sally Bons, but
now my name is Sally Anderson.
I hope all your readers will take
pleasure in helping me to find my
people. Any one knowing of the
thereabouts of my people address
W. S. Anderson, (my son), Aber-
deen [Aberdeen], Miss.
MR. EDITOR--I wish to inquire
for my relatives, father and mother,
five brothers and two sisters.
Father's name was Armsted Hop-
kins; mother Faanie Vinson; broth-
ers, oldest Abraham, Jim, Arm-
stead, Sam and Daniel Vinson; sis-
ters, Mary and Ann Vinson. Mother
and all the children belonged to
Andrew Vinson, and were sold in
Columbus, S. C., to a Mr. Logan,
who brought us to Mobile; then
mother, sister Ann and myself were
brought to Mississippi by Charlie
Miller, in Lauderdale county.
Mother is dead. Sister Ann is
living near me; she is married to
Dick Bir[illegible]s. Father died in South
Carolina; he belonged to R. Hop-
kins. We went by the name of
Vinson. My last owner was Miller,
so I go by that name. I have not
heard from any of my people in 15
or 20 years. If any of your many
readers know of the whereabouts of
the above named they will do a
kind favor by addressing William
Miller, Lauderdale Station, Miss.
MR. EDITOR--I wish to inquire
for my relatives--two sisters and
one brother. I left them in Louis-
iana in 1860 or '61, near Clinton.
Sister's are Martha and Sallie
Thriff. Their father was named
Washington Thriff, a blacksmith.
Brother was Cornelius. I do not
know his father's name. Our
mother was named Matilda; she is
dead. My father was John Petty,
but called "Indian John." We
belonged to Col. Thriff; he died and
we fell to Ambrose Petty, and he
brought us to Texas. Father fell
to Geo. Petty. A Mr. Slauter was
our guardian; he lived in Clinton
or Trenton, La. Uncle Rafe Thriff
raised me. These three children
are only my half brother and sisters.
My name is Dan, but they always
call me Turner. Address me at
Brenham, Texas, in care of Rev.
Willis H. Jackson.
TURNER PETTY.
MR. EDITOR--I wish to inquire
for my relatives. Sister Sarah, the
oldest, and Harriet next. I was the
younger. After Wm. Dike who
owed us died we were sold; Har-
riet to Tom Handy and myself to
George Handy, in a little town
near King and Queen Courthouse.
Parents were Jerry and Rachel;
we were born in Essex county, Va.
I was a little boy, weighing 56
pounds in Richmond, where specu-
lators bought me and brought me
to Carolina, about 1832. Squire
Montgomery brought me in a spec-
ulator's drove. Address me at
Starkville, Miss.
SAMUEL ROBINSON.
MR. EDITOR--I wish to inquire
for my relatives. I was born on
the Ford place, 8 miles from Tarboro
Town, [n]ear Hart's mill race, in
North Carolina. My father's name
was Jack Adkinson, and is now dead.
My mother was named Edie Clark;
she was sold to Willie Baker. I
had several brothers who were sold
as follows: Jackson, Joshua, Louis
and John Samuel were sold to un-
known parties; John Henry to
Harris Cotton; Louis to a man by
the name of Shelly; my sister Eliza
to Joe John Daniel. I was six
years old at that time, and was
sold to Susan Ruffins. We were
all sold by Henry Hyman, the high
sheriff of Tarboro Town, Edgcomb
county, N.C. Susan Reuffins, my
old mistress, married Henry D.
Nichols. I have been here 34 years.
My name was Sarah Clark. Wil-
liam Clark is dead, and Amos went
to Louisiana. I am living near
Starkville, Oktibbeha county, Miss.
Address any information to Sarah
Zuber, Oktoc, Miss.
MR. EDITOR--I wish to inquire
for my sister Eveline. My brother
was taken from her in Montgomery.
She belonged to a man named Wm.
Lipscomb, but when last heard
from she was living with a Mr.
Brassfield, who married our young
Miss Jane. Myself and our brother
Thomas belonged to Mr. William
Edings, with whom we came to
Texas. When I last heard from
sister Eveline she was the mother
of four children; her husband is or
was named Isaac, and they belonged
to Mr. Brassfield. They all moved
to some part of Mississippi. Our
mother was named Charlott. There
were four children of us: Sophie,
Thomas, Eveline and Stephen. We
have relatives in Greene county,
Alabama, near Pinhook, named
Jupiter, Easter and Dick, belong-
ing [belonging] to McMaster, but I think Eas-
ter [Easter] went to Mr. Thomas Cunard.
My dear Editor if you can find them
for me I do believe the M. E. Church
would spread her wings still wider
over the long lost friends of the
South. My name in slave times
was Sophie Eddings. Address me,
Sophie Johnson, in care of Rev. T.
J. Smith, Giddings, Lee county,
Texas.
MR. EDITOR--I wish to inquire
for my sister, Harriet Patton. Her
husband's name is Anthony Patton;
her two daughters Cora and Jane.
She used to live in Lafayeite, Ga.,
with the widow Morrison. I lived
with Tom Patton at Lafayette.
The last I heard of my sister she
was in Charleston, Miss, in 1876.
Address me at Divine, Hamilton
county, Tenn. SAM PATTON.
MR. EDITOR--I wish to inquire
for my sister, Patsey Berley. We
lived at Bayou Sara before the
war. Her master was Boffin Sterley,
and my master was Pleasant
Harbor. Our father and mother
were Thomas and Maria Gordon, of
Spotsylvania county, Va. My
marriage name is Polly Miner. I
was Polly Harbor. Address me at
Morgan City, La., care of Rev. H.
O. Armston.
MR. EDITOR--I wish to inquire
for my son, Robert Grippit, who
left me in the year 1837. He be-
longed to a man by the name of
Raip Grippit. He was seven years
old at that time, and was carried
away by Edward Grippit, who took
him to Kemper county, Miss. I
belonged to Raip Grippit at that
that time, but was afterwards sold
to David Burrell, We were living
in Liberty, Texas; my name was
Sally Ann Grippit, bnt is now Sally
Ann D. Burrell. Any information
concerning him will be gladly re-
ceived by me. Address me at
Beaumont, Jefferson county, Texas,
care of L. J. Hogan.
MR. EDITOR--I wish to inquire
for my son, Charley Sanford. The
last time I saw him he was at Mem
phis. That was in 1879; and he
was then 19 years of age. Address
any information to William San-
ford, Murfreesboro, Tenn.
MR. EDITOR--I wish to inquire
for my son, Sandford Terrell. The
last time I heard from him was in
1883, at which time he was in New
Orleans, and I was in Arkansas,
but now I am in Mississippi, ten
miles west of Grenada. Any information
of his whereabouts will be
thankfully received. Ministers
will please read this from their
pulpits. My name is Dock Terrell.
Address me at Grenada, Miss., in
care of Rev. A. D. Payne.
MR. EDITOR--I wish to inquire
for my uncle, whose name is Rob-
ert [Robert] Brown. He belonged to Dr.
Brown, in Gonzales, about 28 years
ago. There was three brothers of
them, Robert, Spencer and Witison
Brown. Robert went to Mexico in
1864 I last heard from him about
eight years ago; he was then in
Mexico. One of the brothers, Wit-
ison [Witson] Brown, was killed shortly
after the war; the other, Spencer, is
living at Columbus, Texas; he
goes by the name of Spencer Cole-
man [Coleman]. Any information concern-
ing [concerning] Robert Brown, or Robert Cole-
man [Coleman], will be gladly received by me.
Address Stephen Coleman, box 25,
Waelder, Gonzales county, Texas.
MR. EDITOR--I wish to inquire
for Robert Caston. We heard
that he was in New Orleans last
September. His uncle Wiley Davis,
died last December. His
mother is left alone. Her name is
Sally Ann Da is. She is going
from place to place. Robert is her
only son. Address me at Clinton,
Louisiana.
CHARLEY ANGRUM
MR. EDITOR--I wish to inquire
for some of my people--two sisters
and two aunts. They and myself
belonged to Jack Wade, after which
we were sold as follows: My oldest
sister, Eliza Wade, was sold to Jas.
Cannada, from Franklin county,
Va., to a place near Floyd Court-
house [Courthouse], Va. She was the mother of
5 children. My youngest sister,
Marietta Wade, I left at home on a
place near what is called Pig River,
with Jack Wade's widow, quite
young at that time. My aunt,
Sintia Wade, was sold to Griffin,
on Black Water Creek, in Franklin
county, Va., mother of several chil-
dren [children]. My aunt, Sallie Wade, lived
near Maysville, Va., sold to Smith
Dunwoody; carried from Franklin
county, Va., near Maysville, Va.
I was sold at Floyd Courthouse to
Pleas Howard, and came to Rich-
mond [Richmond], and was sold by Pleas How-
ard [Howard] to Charles Oliver, 27 miles from
Lynchburg, Va. I am known by
quite a number of people at Frank-
lin [Franklin] Courthouse, Va. I lived with
Henry Dorsey during my stay at
Franklin Courthouse. Address me
at Askew, Ark.
SOPHIA WHITFIELD.
MR. EDITOR--I wish to inquire
for the whereabouts of my father's
people. He was born in the town
of Salisborough, Roan county,
North Carolina, in 1824. He was
a blacksmith by trade. He came
down to Louisiana with his owner,
and was sold. I don't know any
of his people by name. He was
raised by his grandmother. His
name is Mumford McCoy. I am
his son. He is now dead. Ad-
dress C. V. McCoy, Pearlington
Postoffice, Miss.
MR. EDITOR--I wish to inquire
for two friends I left in New Or-
leans [New Orleans] in June, 1880, on Carondelet
street, I have forgotten the num-
ber [number]. Their names were Dempsey
Pearson and his wife, Fanny Pear-
son [Pearson]. Address me at Bunkie, P. O.,
Aveyelles parish, La.
S. L. FARRIS.
MR. EDITOR--I wish to inquire
of Mr. John Stewart if he could tell
me anything about Sallie that your
father bought from Mr. Cornelius
Vaughn. When she was sold to
your father she was about ten years
old. Any information that you
can give me will be thankfully re
ceived. I and brother Wm. An-
derson are at Lexington, Ky. My
mother's name is Caroline. Direct
your letter to Lexington, Ky., No
2 South Upper street. Mr. John
Stewart, if you can't remember the
names please write to your brother,
Wm. L. Stewart, whom, I am in-
formed, lives in Chicago, Ill.
MR. EDITOR--I wish to inquire
the whereabouts of my uncle, Andy Halebrooks. He used to belong to
a man by the name of Mayberry;
he had a brother named Anderson
who was my father; also two other
brothers, George and William, and
two sisters, Mary and Martha, be-
longing [belonging] to James Wardlaw, all
living in Walker county, Ga., 7
miles south of Lafayette Ga., on
the old Alabama road near Duck
Creek. Andy was sold in time of
the war and carried South by this
man Haldbrook, because he tried
to go to the Yankees. He then
came back after he was freed to
Chattanooga, Tenn., and left us in
1864 or '65, and went to Cristiana,
Tennessee, and from there I know
not where. His wife's name was
Henrietta; she had several children
when he married her. Any in-
formation [information] will be received gladly
by Rev. J. T. Henry; Chattanooga,
or Mission Ridge, East Tennessee.
MR. EDITOR--I wish to inquire
through your excellent paper for
the address of Guy Thomas, former-
ly of Lynchburg, Va. If he will
write at once to Graham Denwell,
Esq., of Springfield, Ohio, he will
learn something of a pecuniary in-
terest to him. Yours truly,
W. C. ECHOLS,
Executor of the will of Thomas
Thomas, deceased.
Springfield, Ohio, Aug. 24, 1884.
MR. EDITOR--I wish to inquire
through your interesting paper
for my people. My mother belong-
ed [belonged] to Jake McCarter, but was
sold to Allen Glover; also Bro.
Isaac and Sister Sarah were sold at
the same time. The last time I
heard from them they were near
Moplis, Marengo County, Ala
Sister Alicia remained with the old
owner, Jake McCarter, Bros. Bird
and Peter went by the name of
Whitley, the name of their old
owner, Bill Whitley. My last ac
count [account] of them they were between
Jackson, Miss. and Columbus.
Any information concerning them
address Shep Rinfroe, Tehuacana,
Texas.
MR. EDITOR--I wish to inquire
through your paper for my sister.
Her name was Carolee Harris or
Carolee Gayarre. Charles Gayarre
was our owner before the war. I
think that he sold her to a man by
the name of Hyman Hart, in Osyka,
Miss. When she left Osyka, Miss.,
I heard that she went to Texas. I
was too young to know much about
it. My father and mother were
living in New Orleans. My mother's
name was Susan and my father's
name was Wilson Harris. We
would be happy to hear from them.
My name is Virginia Williams
My sisters names are Alice and
Ellen. My residence is 681 Dry
ades street, New Orleans, La.
Should you hear of their where-
abouts of my sister, address me, in
care of Rev. John Qualls, First
Street M. E, Church, New Orleans,
La.
MR. EDITOR--I wish to inquire
through your valuable paper for
my mother's daughter, who was
sold from her when seven years
old. She was sold from her and
carried away, riding behind a Ne-
gro trader. She belonged, as my
mother did, to John Green, but he
becoming broke sold her and all
the children and her husband to
different parties. Since that time
she has nor heard directly from
her. Her name was Martha Nor-
man, though perhaps might be
called Martha Green. Father was
named Granville Norman, mother
Dollie Norman. Address Mrs. T.
H. Taylor, Columbus, Texas.
MR. EDITOR--I wish to inquire
where my people are. My moth-
er's name is Rose Hawes and
my brother was named Robinson.
One sister was named Mary Jane,
one brother named Richard and
one Jeff. My master was my fa-
ther. The last I heard of them
they were in Virginia, Caroline
county. My name is now Susan
Carter. Please direct to Ada D.
Townsend, care Rev. R. Roberts.
Brookhaven, Miss.
MR. EDITOR--I wish to inquire for my brother, BIlly Collum. Mother, two sisters and I belonged to Wm. Collum, in Smith county, Tenn., near the county seat. Mother was Silvie Collum. Sisters were Harriet and Sarah. I last saw brother in Sumner county. He went to Greeneville, Miss., and I never saw him since. Address me at Livingston, Tenn. GEO. COLLUM
MR. EDITOR--I wish to inquire for my brother. The last time I heard from him he was living in Chattanooga, Tenn. He was named Caesar Shepherd, and was a blacksmith by trade. He had a wife, and stammered while talking. Address me in care of W. H. Logan, Jefferson, Texas. NANCY PATTERSON.
MR. EDITOR--I wish to inquire for my brothers and sisters. Their names were Cyntha, Carter, Rich-ard, Tivena, Julia and Hannah. My brother's name was Mose James. We belonged to Mr. Crawford Pear. He brought me from Burke county, Georgia, to Texas. Address Het-tie Ann Pear, care Homer Pear, Houston, Texas.
MR. EDITOR--I wish to inquire for my children, whom I left in Nelson county, Virginia, on Rock Fish River. George Washington is my name; I belonged to D. R. Coldman in slave time, and my children belonged to John Coldman. Dick Coldman brought me to Texas and Mrs. Caroline Coldman came with me to Texas. She also had some children, belonged to the same one, and I inquire for her children, too; she is a friend to me. I do not know what year it was when I left there. It has been about 25 or 26 years since I seen them. Address George Washington, Goliad, Texas.
MR. EDITOR--I wish to inquire for my daughter, who belonged to Henry Marston. Her name then was Painder Wilson. She left Marston with her cousin, Julia Gleeves, and Nat Wilson's little girl, Kitty. The last we heard of her, she was in Memphis, by the name of Fannie Lane, and her husband was George Lane. Address me at Coushatta, La., in care of Rev. A. MOORE. HAMMOND WILSON.
MR. EDITOR--I wish to inquire for my dear little sister, the last time I heard of her she was living in Memphis, Tenn., on 169 Beal St. Her husband's name was Aaron Ingram, her name is Fannie Ingram. Address Joe Powell, Crystal Springs, Miss.
MR. EDITOR--I wish to inquire for my father and mother. Mother's name was Lucy; father's, Wallace. I also had a brother and sister named Matilda and Alex. All belonged to John Dobbins, of Walton county, Georgia. The last I heard of my brother and sister they were in Alabama, with Wm. Dobbins. I think it has been 40 years since I have seen them. After the death of old man John Dobbins we were all divided out. I fell to John T. Baker, who lived in Wilkinsville, Clark county, Ga. When he died I was sold to a speculator. The last I heard of my mother and father they were in Monroe, Ga., with my old mistress, who died. My name was Henry Dobbins; I now go by the name of Henry Grant. Address any information to Henry Grant, Victoria, Texas.
MR. EDITOR--I wish to inquire for my father. He belonged to the Muldrews. Old Muldrew died and his widow married a Mr. Hendricks. Father was Butler Muldrew. The last I heard from him he went to war with his young master, then ran away from him, and was then living in Sangamon county, Illinois. From there he moved to Madison county. Mother was Rinda Whitesides. Father had two boys the last I heard from him. Address me at Navasota, Texas. M. M. MULDREW.
MR. EDITOR--I wish to inquire for my kin people. Mother's name is Smithie Soules; father's, Charles Soules; oldest brother, Nuppus; oldest sister, Inez. I had brothers Wirt, Ike and George. At 18 years of age I came with James Grace to Jackson county, Texas, and was sold to B. Wildy and remained with him until emancipation. Address me at Hallettsville, Texas. JACK SOULES.
MR. EDITOR--I wish to inquire for my mother and brothers. Mother's name was Nancy; her husband was Obie Dial; she belonged to Samuel B. Rice, who was pastor of a Lutheran church at Stanton, Va. I left her Amons, Va., about 8 years before the war. She had a daughter named Polly who was burned to death, before she left the old place. Her son, Daniel, was sold to some Negro traders. The other two sons were twins and named after Gens. Taylor and Scott. Taylor died from injuries received from Sam B. Rice and I fighting over a chair; he being a baby caused his death. I learned after I left that my mother was sold to a doctor in Lynchburg, Va. Address Henry Mills, Ellenger, Fayette county, Texas.
MR. EDITOR--I wish to inquire for my mother's people. Her name was Emsie Smith. she was sold from Lexington, Kentucky, when very small girl, aged 10 or 12 years I heard that uncle John Smith lived in St. Louis, Missouri; and uncle Fred Smith was in Baltimore with a doctor, and mother was in Louisiana. I also desire to hear from father's people. He left them in Missouri or Tennessee when a small boy, aged 7 years. Uncle was Henry Griffins. Address me at Algiers, La. LOUISA BURTON
MR. EDITOR--I wish to inquire for my mother. I was born in Col-umbia, Newbury county, South Car-olina; her name was Lucy Mosely; She belonged to Jacob Mosely. She had five children, Henry, William, Rachel, Andrew and James Mosely. Two of them she left in South Carolina, Henry and William. Henry was sold and brought to this State by Bob Holdmar and Pink Harris. They lived near Newbury village or courthouse. Last time I heard from them was in Utah, Ala. Address me at Starkville, MIss. HENRY GRAY.
MR. EDITOR--I wish to inquire for my people. Mother's name is Vinnie Birkhater. Green Sunkins was my father. Oldest sister was Harriet Birkhater. Brother Harttord is dead. My aunt was Mary Hill and Her husband Simon Hill. Dennis Hill was my owner and he sold me to a speculator named Wm. Henderson, who sold me in Mobile to another speculator. I came from Roane, Florida. Please address me at Liberty, Amite Co., Miss., in care of J. A. Duncan. My name was Liddy Powell but now is
LIDDY HILL.
MR. EDITOR--I wish to inquire for my people. My father's name was Moses Taylor, my mother's Eliza Taylor. When I saw them last it was in Prince George Co., Md. I had four brothers and one sister. My eldest brother's name was Revida Taylor; the next was Noble Taylor. I am the next; my name is Edward Taylor and Anatha William Taylor. My sister's name was Charlotte Taylor. We were all seperated long before the war. Address EDWARD TAYLOR,
Musson P. O., La.
MR. EDITOR--I wish to inquire for my people; two brothers named Greenberry Thomas and Nickles Thomas, half brothers. I used to belong to a man named Major Thomas Marshall, who lived then in Lewis County, Kentucky. I was sold to a Negro trader and brought down to Natchez, Miss., in 1833. Mother was Violet Shackleford. Address me at Bunkie, La.,
LEWIS THOMAS,
Care Rev. Emerson Hutchinson, Bunkie, La.
MR. EDITOR--I wish to inquire for my relatives. My father, Thomas Pilkenton, belonged to one Robert Pilkenton. Martha, Maria, Candis, Martin, Simon, all Pilkenton's. Allen Justice, Delia Williamson, Harriet Ervin ; those are my sisters and brother that I left in 1864. If they can be found please address Warren Pilkenton, Brenham, Washington county, Texas, in care Henry Christmas.
MR. EDITOR--I wish to inquire for my son, who I left in the care of a woman at Bolivar, Tenn., by the name of Ferry Thompson, who used to live at Moscow, Tenn. His name was Clayton Lewalen; his at that time was between nine and ten years; if living now he will be about 30 years old this coming June. I have not heard from him since I left him. When we returned from the trip through Mississippi I went to the place where I left him; and since I have made all the inquiries I thought necessary all over the country. If any information can be given please address Mr. Lewis Lewalen, Connersville, Fayette county, Ind.
MR. EDITOR--I wish to inquire for my son, whose name is Samuel Allen. I received a letter from him in January, 1884; he was then in Shawnetown, Ills. My name is George Green, instead of George Dobins. Thomas and Amanda, my son and daughter, are here with me. They lived near Lewisburg, Tenn. Address George Green, Troy, Ohio.
MR. EDITOR--I wish to inquire for my twin brother. My name is Jacob Vanner, his name was Eastsam. Also, one name William Freeman. My father was Bill Vanner, mother Fannie. I belonged to John Vanner. My brothers were taken from Waco to Louisiana. Address me at Hempstead, Texas.
J. E. Freeman.
MR. EDITOR--I wish to inquire for some of my connections whom I have not heard from since the war. Jerry, Pride, Irvin, and James Brown belonged to Richard Brown. There were three sisters living--Gracy Littlejohn, Louisa McClure, and Malinda Allen. They were in Union district, South Carolina. My mother lives in Texas thirteen miles from Paris.
J. F. LITTLEJOHN.
Chicota, Lamar Co., Texas.
MR. EDITOR--I wish to inquire for the following parties: My mother's name is Sarah Hutchinson and father's name is Lot Proctor. My sisters are Harriet and Elizabeth Hutchinson. My brother, Harrison Richard, was killed in Shaggerville town. I left all the above named parties in Logan county, Ky. Any information address Geo. Porter, care of the M. E. Church, at Navasota, Grimes county, Tex. The inquirer is a blind member of the M. E. Church.
MR. EDITOR--I wish to inquire through your valuable paper for Nancy Hendricks, who left here during the war time. She belonged one time to Mr. Hokit, in the parish of Rapides, near Cheneyville. She had two or three children when she left here. By corresponding with me I could lead her or children into something which would be valuable to them. Address me at Murray St. M.E. Church, Alexandria, La. L.J. KENNEDY.
MR. EDITOR--I wish to know of
the whereabouts of my brother,
Elerson Williams. Last knowledge
of him he was at Sardis, Miss., Dec.
1883. Mother and father's names
are James and Mary Williams.
There are four brothers and four
sisters of us, of whom Elerson is a
twin brother to Henderson, who is
now at Lehrton, Sunflower county,
Miss. Father is a minister of the
M. E. Church at Pontotoc, Miss.
Address me at Houlka, Miss.
W. K. WILLIAMS.
MR. EDITOR--I wish to learn the
address of my brother, Napoleon
Cooper. He was raised in Clark
county, and left for Pachuta on
Christmas before last. I do not
know what became of him after
that. Any one who can give the
desired information will please ad-
dress [address] Rev. M. Cooper, Heidelberg,
Texas.
MR. EDITOR--I wish to make an inquiry through the columns of the SOUTHWESTERN CHRISTIAN ADVOCATE for my sister. We both belonged to Mr. Walter Davis, who was our father. We were born and raised six miles north of Oxford, Miss. My sister's name was Mary Davis. I cannot remember our mother's name. My name is William Davis. If she can be found please address Wm. Davis, Bentonville, Ark.
MR. EDITOR--I wish to trace up
my people. Father was Sterling
Lee, and he lived in Carroll co.,
Tenn. Mother was Lucie Ellis, who
belonged to Fletcher Ellis. Moth-
er's [Mother's] oldest boy was Toby, the
youngest, Sterling--two in all.
Fletcher sold us to Ben Denny. I
have an aunt, Bettie Dannah, and
grandmother, Jesse Dannah. I
think they lived near Danville. Ad-
dress [Address] me at Hot Springs, Ark.
TOBE ELLIS.
MR. EDITOR--I wish, through
the columns of your valuable
paper, to inquire for my mother,
brother and sister whom I have not
seen or heard from since the war.
My mother's name is Jane Patter-
son [Patterson]; she used to belong to William
Patterson who lived at Brickie's
Landing, on the Mississippi river.
She had four children, two boys
and two girls, Joseph Brown,
Eliza Clardy, Jones Patterson, An-
nie [Annie] Patterson. When we separa-
ted [separated] she went South, I know not
what part. Any information con-
cerning [concerning] my mother or the children
above mentioned will be gratefully
received. Send information to
Eliza Nifong, Fredericktown, Mo.
MR. EDITOR--I would like to find out where my sister Augustus is. I left her in Tippah county, Miss., in 1844. I was sold by Wm. McCullough to Jno Logan, who lived one mile south of Choctaw Agency, Oktibbeha county, Miss. My sister and myself were brought to this country by Wm. McCullough, from South Carolina, near Abbeville district, on Long Cane Creek. I had one more sister by the name of Ann McCullough at the time of our departure. McCullough's wife wife was named Huldy. I am now living 6 miles west of Choctaw Agency, near the old Turnpike Place, on Noxubee river. Address me at Oktoc, Miss.
JOHN LOGAN.
MR. EDITOR--I would like to know the whereabouts of my mother, brother and sister. Mother's name was Judia Hunter. Brother's and sister's were Cincinnati Stiff Karry Ann Hunter. We belong to Dr. James Hunter, who lived in Marshall county, Mississippi. We were carried from Marshall, Mississippi, to Hardeman county, Tennessee, to a man by the name of Tom Peterson. We were sold to a man by the name of Anderson Morse, who brought me (Mary Hunter) and brother Cincinnai to Noxubec county, Miss. We stayed there one year after we were parted from mother and sister. The next year we moved to to Oktibbeha county, Miss. We lived there with Anderson Moss about 10 or 12 years. After which he was sold to Col. Shaw and brought to Louisiana. the last I heard of him he was in DeSoto parish, La. We were sold among Pelmets. Write to me at Mary Jane Renfro, Mayfield, Milan county, Tex. MARY JANE RENFRO,
MR. EDITOR--I write to you
concerning my lost sister. When
I last saw her she was on Red
River. Her name is Mary Shelton.
She has two brothers in Benton,
Yazoo county, Miss., Wm. Shelton
and Edlow Shelton. Please ad
dress [address] Nelson Shelton, Benton,
Yazoo county, Miss.
MR. EDITOR--In your issue of
June 18, 1885, you made an er-
ror in your notice of inquiry for
the whereabouts of Dr. Kelly, who
carried my wife's son Willie David-
son with him. You print Dr. Kel
ly's name as Dr. Riley, please cor-
rect the statement so that perhaps
we can hear from the boy and much
oblige a constant and close reader.
T.C. MORGAN.
Mr. Editor--Information is wanted of a woman by the name of Priscilla and her son Tom, formerly owned by Dr. McIntosh, of Mobile, Ala. Also of Mat. McClain step father of Tom, formerly owned by a Presbyterian minister by the name of McClain, who resided at the corner of Ann and Dauphine Streets, Mobile, Ala. Please direct information to Tom Perkins, care of Long & Co., Beaumont, Jefferson co., Texas. Beaumont, May 1st, 1882
MR. EDITOR--Mr. M. C. Gary's
youngest brother lives at Cleve-
land [Cleveland], Tennessee, and his name is
Samuel Thomas. S. D. HANDY.
MR. EDITOR--Mrs. Boaz of Fort-
son [Fortson], La., wishes information of her
husband, Frank Boaz, who went
away from her, here at B. S. Dick-
son's [Dickson's] plantation, two days after
Christmas 7 years ago. He left
here in 1879, and went to New Or-
leans [New Orleans], where he staid awhile and I
got some letters from him and sent
letters to him at the Union M. E.
Church for more than a year, after
which I heard that he went about
150 miles below New Orleans, in
Terrebone parish, and I have not
heard any more from him. He is
heavy built, five feet some inches,
yellow complexion, age about 54.
He left four daughters, viz: Naney
and Addie Jones, Drew Owens and
Emma Louis, who was not married
when he left. Address any information
to Diney Boaz, in cary of
Rev, D. J. Price, pastor at Fortson,
La.
MR. EDITOR--Please allow me
to inquire for my father, through
the columns of your paper. He
lived in Pontotoc, Miss., and be-
longed [belonged] to a man named Algood.
My mother's name was Sarah; she
belonged to a Mrs. Morrow. I had
three brothers: Manuel, Henry and
William. In 1883 I was living at
Lafayette Springs,and left with my
owner. I had three uncles, Sye,
Willis and Jeff. Please address
any information to Wm. Eckter,
Alpha, Miss.
MR. EDITOR--Please allow me
to inquire for my two sons. The
last time I saw them was in Gaines
ville [Gainesville], Hall county, Ga.; their names
are Jim Johnson and Henry Holada;
they were small when I left them.
Their mother's name at that time
was Caroline Coventon, but is now
Caroline Bonner; their sister, Ma-
lissa [Malissa] Johnson; father, Amos Adams;
grand-mother's name was Chaney
Coventon, two aunts Hannah Liza
and Charity. Preachers will please
read this to their congregations. I
heard that Jim was in Washington
during the war. Address me at
Tullahoma, Tenn.
CAROLINE BONNER.
MR. EDITOR--Please allow me to inquire for my brother; I have lost his address. The last time I heard from him he was at Willis, Montgomery county, Texas. His name is J. M. Scott. He said he was a local preacher and a member of the M. E. Church. Any information gladly received. Address John H. Coppage, Murfreesboro, Tenn.
MR. EDITOR--Please allow me to inquire through your valuable paper for my parents, whom I left in Mississippi in 1850 or 1852 Father's name was Philip; mother, Lucy; brothers, Anderson, Aaron, Harney and Philip; sisters, Ann, Amanda, Delila and Easter. We all belonged to the Gardiner family; I did not know the old man's name, but his sons were John and George Gardiner. When the old people died the property was divided, and pa and ma, Anderson, Ann, Amanda, Easter, Phillip and the baby fell to Mr. Milton. A'so I have a brother Bradle, and Delila fell to some one unknown to me. I fell to George Gardiner; he sold me to S. M. Moore, in Italy county. These were kin to the Spinkses. My name is now Harvey Moore. I hope all pastors will read this from their pulpits, and oblige a brother in Christ. Address H. B. Moore, Caldwell, Texas, local preacher of the Caldwell circuit, Navasota district.
MR. EDITOR--Please allow space
in your valuable colums for a
short explanation through the
SOUTHWESTERN : We have found
our relatives that have been lost
for thirty years. We feel happy,
and father is expecting to pay them
a visit soon. Grant that this paper
may find its way throughout the
land, to find lost friends that were
sold as beasts of the forest. Brethren,
we are the people to be
faithful. Yours truly,
E. INGRAHAM.
Willis, Tex., July 19.
MR. EDITOR--Please correct
some mistakes in B. J. Houston's
lost friends letter for me. The oldest
was Mack and Harry and Ben.
Sisters Emily and Emma. I have
found my brother Ben. We had
not seen each other since we were
little boys, until the 3rd of September
last. When we parted I was
eight years old and he was six; today
I am 40 years old and he is 30
odd. The oldest child in our family
is 22. We found each other by
inquiring letters. He has been a
traveling deacon of the Colored M.
E. Church, under Bishop Lane, in
Texas for eight years. He found
me a local preacher at Durant,
under Elder G. W. Barney. Brother
remained with me until Sept. 19,
and I took him around to see as
many of my old and new friends as
possible. He was gladly received,
and preached several sermons for
us during his short stay.
MARK SHEPARD.
MR. EDITOR--I arrived Sept. 4,
when I found all my kin people
but my two sisters. I had not seen
any of my people in 14 years. I
have enjoyed myself and preached
eight times. Seventy-five souls
have professed faith and joined the
church in Holmes county since I
have been here. I will leave for
my home in Texas Sept. 17. I am
a brother of Rev. Mark Shepard, of
Durant, Miss. I wish to find my
sisters, Emily and Emma. My
oldest sister was sold to a Mr. Kiunow,
at Crystal Springs, when a
small girl, and his mother named
her Betty because she had a
daughter named Emily. She carried
her to Jackson, and I have
not heard of her since. Brothers
were Mark and Henry, and mother
was Jane, and we were sold to Tom
Allen. My other sister left her
Jan. 16, 1863, and married Jack
Baishi, in Holmes county, Miss
He was killed, and she married
Carter Weaver. Address me at
Athens, Texas, or Mark Shephard,
Durant, Miss.
B.J. Houston.
MR. EDITOR--Please help me
find my people. My father was
named Joseph Resen; mother Lu
cinda Resen, short name was Pink.
The last time I heard from them
they were in Frinpling, St. Landry
parish, La. I belonged to a Mr.
Micopell Hartman. Address me,
Watt Anderson, in care of Rev. E.
E. Cooper, Columbus, Texas
MR. EDITOR--Please help me to
find my father and kin people. My
father's name is Thomas Jones; my
sisters were named Lucy, Susan
Ann and Sally Jones; Mother's
name is Hannah Jones. They used
to belong to Col. Charles Todd, in
Shelby county, Kentucky; my name
was then Delphy Wilson, my young
mistress' name was Letitia Todd,
married a man named Dr. John
Carter and brought me from Ken-
tucky to New Orleans and sold me
to Kendrick and Foster in the trade
yard, and they sold me to Benja-
mine Barber and he lived on the
Mississippi river at that time. Any
imformation concerning them will
be gladly received. Address Del-
phy Wilson, Hempstead, Texas,
care Charles M. Singleton.
MR. EDITOR--Please help me to
find my father. His name is Al-
ford [Alford] Gunter. My name is Thomas
Batchelor, my mother is dead, but
she used to belong to J. Batchelor.
I was about one month old when
she died. She died in North Caro-
lina [Carolina], near Enfield, her name was
Caroline Batchelor. She was mar-
ried [married] twice, first to Henry, and after
wards to Alford Batchelor. I had
a brother Edward, any one who
can tell me anything about them
will please write to me in care of
Thomas McAfee, Spinks, P. O.
Kemper County, Miss.
THOMAS GUNTER.
MR. EDITOR-Allow me to inquire for my brother. He left Okolona, Miss, in 1879, and went to St. Charles parish, La. Last year, May 14, I suppose, he went to Trenton, Ark., to practice physic and to teach school. I have not heard from him since July, 7, 1883; he was then in Black Hawk, La., on his way to Trenton, Ark. There are three brothers of us, the oldest Henry Williams, Benjamin Williams and John P. Williams, M. D. He has practiced medicine now more than eight years. Address me at Red Land, Pontotoc county, Miss.
J. B. Williams.
MR. EDITOR-Allow me to inquire for my sister. I left her before the war at Union Court house, South Carolina, in Union district. She went by the name of Eliza Rice. My only brother was named Bob Rice, and mother Julia Rice. All of us belonged to Ben Rice. I was sold to the Davis family, and brought to Texas a few years before the war. Sister Eliza was left with Ben Rice. If Eliza is alive she may be living somewhere in Texas. Any information of her whereabouts will be thankfully received and liberally rewarded by addressing me at Bryan, Texas.
LEAH SAUNDERS.
MR. EDITOR-I am under so many kind obligations to you for your trouble and my joy at finding my long lost brother. He has addressed me, and is in Texas. He read his name and my address. God bless the labors of your paper.
JOHN H. COPPAGE.
Tullahoma, Tenn.
MR. EDITOR-I desire to inquire
for my relatives that I left in
Franklin, Tenn., during the war.
Three sisters, Nannie, Patience and
Julian, who belonged to Mr. Ellis,
of Franklin. My sister Nannie's
husband used to belong to a Mr.
Ployd; she had four children when
I left Franklin for Louisiana, Sarah,
Mag, Eliza and Mary. When I
left Tennessee I went by the name
of Agnes Ellis; it has been
changed since by marriage to
Agness Collins. Address me, care
of N. J. Stith, Cotton Gin, Texas.
MR. EDITOR-I desire to inquire for Louis Bruce, whom I left in New Orleans about 8 or 9 years ago. When I left there he was porter on the steamer Gov. Allen. His wife was my grandmother; she died before I left there. I have written to Louis Bruce several times; he used to answer my letters, but late years I do not hear from him at all. If he is living I would be glad to hear from him. When I was there he used to call me Johnny. Please inquire for him, and address me at Belle Prairie, Yazoo county, Mississippi.
J. W. DUDLEY.
MR. EDITOR-I desire to make
inquiry about my father's relatives.
Mother was named Sarah and be-
longed [belonged] to Joe Brown, and he sold
her, but I don't know to whom, in
Newburn, Alabama. My father's
name was Augustus, belonged to
Joe Brown, the same man my grand
mother first belonged to. Her other
sons were Nelson and Andrew, her
daughters were Georgianna, Susan
and others whose names I do not
know. Father's mother was brought
from Virginia when he was a baby in
her arms. The last I heard from
them was in 1869, and they were
then living in Greene county, Ala.,
and we were living in Mobile, Ala.
We left there in 1870 and came to
Oktibbeha county, Miss.--father,
mother, sister and myself. Father
died Aug. 7, 1873, aged 44 years.
At that time I was ten years old
and my sister four. Any informa-
tion [information] concerning their whereabouts
would be most thankfully received.
My mother, sister and myself live
together about two miles north of
the old turnpike. Address me at
Oktoe, Miss.
ARTHUR S. GLOVER.
MR. EDITOR-I have a friend, an
old lady, who wishes to hear from
her son, whom she left in Arkansas,
seven miles from Hot Springs,
Perry Neighbors was living with
Jeff Neighbors, his former owner.
Her name was Anna Neighbors,
but it is now Anna Kelsey. Address
me at Mooreville, Texas.
FRANK HAMILTON.
MR. EDITOR-I have not found
my aunt, Cosy Sereen yet. The last
heard from her she was staying at
the Stirfield plantation, near Don-
aldsonville, the mother of eight
children. We don't know her hus-
band's name. She left us in Plaque-
mine, La. I went to New Orleans
in 1866, and in 1881 we received an
inquiring letter from her. Address
me at Rosedale, La.
REV. BEDFORD CARR.
Mr. Editor-I wish to inquiae [inquire]
for my brother who was sold to
Rafe Phillips, of Macon, Ga., in
1857 or 1858, who brought him to
Mobile, Ala. I heard that he was
sold to the owner of a line of
steamboats from Mobile to New Or-
leans, but did not learn the man's
name. My brother's name was
Anthony; we belonged to a man by
the name of Varner, and lived at
the Judian Springs, Butts county,
Ga. There were 6 brothers and 4
sisters. I will give the names of a
few of t hem, enough to satisfy my
brother, if he gets this, to know
that we are still living and anxious
to hear from him. Father was
named Merida, mother Jane, oldest
brother Eli, next Granville, John
and Anthony; sisters, Chaney,
Amy, Adeline and Elizabeth.
Preachers are requested to read
this to their congregations, and es-
pecially those preaching in Louis-
iana. Any information concerning
the whereabouts of my Brother
will be thankfully received. Ad.
dress me at Hot Springs, Ark., box
31. J. CLARK.
MR. EDITOR-I wish to inquire
for my mother, brothers and father.
I left them in Clark county, Ky., in
1853. My mother went by her
owner's name, Cintha Hagan; my
father's name was Joe Railback;
sister's name was Mary Railbaek;
my brother is Lewis Hagan; sister
Caroline Hagan. My youngest
brother was Taylor Hagan; my
younger sisters were Margaret and
Harriet Hagan. This is n y mother.
She want to hear from her people,
and I am glad to take this paper
on that account. My first owner
was David Hagan, and I was sold
to a man named Enoch Elkins in
Kentucky, and then I was sold to
Armster Blackburn, and my last
owner was George Waiton, in Bol-
ivor [Bolivor] county, Miss. Address Puss
Hagan, Wrightsville station, Pu-
laski [Pulaski] county, ARk., in care of Wm.
Washington.
MR. EDITOR-I wish to inquire
through your paper for my people,
who I left in the State of Georgia
about thirty five years ago. About
four years ago I received a letter
from Bro. Isaac Spradley, who was
still living in that State, but I have
wrote several times to him, and
can't hear a word from him; but
Bros. Willie and Edward Spradley,
and Sister Katy Spradley I have not
heard a word from them since I
left them thirty five years ago. Then
I was very small. I heard that my
aunt, Rosetta Spradley, was living
in the State of Flrodia. Our
mother, Betsey Christmas, is dead.
When I last saw them my name
was Priscilla Christmas, but I now
go by the name of Priscilla Ben
jmin. Any information from any
of the above named persons will be
happily received. Write in care of
Rev. G. W. Smith, Bay St. Louis,
Miss.
MR. EDITOR-I wish to inquire
for my brother Linn Pates Bute. I
called him Jack, and I have not
seen him since 1861. Mr. Pates
was Governor in Jackson during
war time. I heard that he went to
Texas. Father was Robert Haw-
kins; brothers, Richard, Lawson,
Nicholas. Robert Hawkins was
sold to T. B. Say, who lived in
Alabama a little before the war.
REV. A. B. ANDERSON.
Jackson, Miss,
MR. EDITOR-I wish to inquire
for my brother, Calvin Kelly. He
left home during the war. The last
time I heard from him, in 1876, he
was in Chicago, Illinois. Our
father's name was George. He be-
longed to Lee Bentley at Law-
renceburg, Lawrence county, Tenn.
Our mother's name was Nancy;
she belonged to Widow Sallie Kel-
ly, on Knob Creek, 6 miles from
West Point, Lawrence county,
Tenn. There were eight children
of us, five boys and three girls:
Henry, Calvin, Louis, John and
George; Violet, Adeline, Marion.
Brother Calvin said in his letter
that he had been married, and two
children, a boy and a girl, were
living; the boy was Thomas, I for-
get the girl's name. His wife and
one child are dead. Our mother
was dead when he left. Our father
died Nov. 5, 1882. My name is
Violet Welch now. Address me,
in care of Rev. H. C. Welch, Law-
renceburg, Lawrence county, Tenn.
MR. EDITOR-I wish to inquire
for my brothers and sisters. The
last time I saw them they belonged
to Louis Taliver, and were living in
Mississippi. Their names are
Emmanuel, Stephen, Frank, Mary,
and Phoebe Taliver. About that
time I was taken to Alabama by
Nick Taliver, and sold to a man
named Morgan Smith. Shortly
after this Louis Taliver took them
to Bossier parish, La. About 15 or
16 years after this Morgan Smith
died, and in 1860 his son Frank
Smith took me to Louisiana, within
about 13 miles of the place where
my people had been living, but I
found that they had moved to Tex
as. I left one of my sisters in Ala-
bama; her name was Peninie Green,
her husband was Robin Green, and
they belonged to Joe Green. Sae
lived 6 or 7 miles east of Mongom-
ery. My wife's name is Ellen, and
her mother and father were named
Peter Sophie Johnson. She had
four aunts and four uncles whose
names were Minnie, Mary, Betty,
Phillis and Ernest, Jim, Robert and
Jack Gilmer. Any information of
any of the above named will be
gladly received by Valentine Tali
ver, Shreveport, La.
MR. EDITOR-I wish to inquire
for my brothers, John and Peyton,
and mother, Sallie, all by the sur-
name Tucker. We belonged to
Wm. Tucker, in Amherst county,
Virginia. I have not seen them in
36 or 37 years. My father was
named Peyto, and belonged to a
Mr. Elliott, in Lynchburg, Va., who
owned a tobacco factory. Uncles
were Jack and Merchant. I had
an uncle by the name of Monroe, he
was a leech doctor. I do not know
who they belonged to, nor their oc-
cupation. Wm. Tucker sold my
mother and brother Peyton to the
speculators before he did me; left
me and brother John at home. The
last I heard of her she was on the
steamboat going to Richmond, Va.,
to the speculator's yard. I left
brother John with my old master,
Wm. Tucker, or with his daughter,
in Virginia. I left them when I
was 10 years old.
ALFRED DOWD.
Oxford, Miss.
MR. EDITOR-I wish to inquire
for my family. When I left the
eas ern shore of Maryland my
name was Ann Maria Bowsier and
my mother's name was Henrietta
Bowsier. My father's name is
Isaac Bowsier, and belonged to Ben
Killer, father of John Williams,
back of Baltimore. I have four
brothers named Philip, Robert,
James and William Bowsier, Ad
dress [Address] Mrs. Ann Maria William's,
Rosedale La.
MR. EDITOR-I wish to inquire
for my father Abraham Beard.
My mother, also belong to Mr.
Ruffin Beard, and a sister by the
name of Millie Crawford. I had a
brother by the name of Charles
Martin. My sister Millie was sold
at a sale in Woodville, North Car-
olina. I then went by the name of
Anty Martin, but I now go by the
name of Anty Powell. Any infor-
mation concerning them will be
gladly received. Address me at
LaGrange, Texas, care of Rev. E.
Henderson, Lock box 165.
ANTY POWELL.
MR. EDITOR-I wish to inquire
for my father, Dick Noel, who be
longed to a man by the name of
Noel, in Bossier Parish, Louisiana,
about 33 years ago, His wife was
named Carrie, and belonged to a
man named Whatley, who sold her
and her baby son and a man named
July to George Roberts; also Henry
T. Noel. Address any information
of them to R. N. Noel, Brenham,
Washington county, Texas.
MR. EDITOR-I wish to inquire
for my father; his name is Lewes
Emperor Williams; his last owner's
name was Wm. Evans; he lived in
Goliad at the time he left. His
wife is named Eliza Williams and
she had three children when he left,
step-daughters of his, whose names
were Maria Skip, Sarah Skip and
Lucy Skip, and an owner daughter
named Rachel Williams, who he
never saw. Pastors will please
read this to their congregat[i]ons.
He was a Methodist. Address
Rachel Williams, Cuero, DeWitt
county, Texas.
MR. EDITOR-I wish to inquire
for my grandmother and her three
children. She was brought from
southwest Georgia to middle Geor-
gia [Georgia] by Guarson Tucker, and taken
from middle Georgia by some white
people by the name of Starr. She
had five children, three girl and
two boys. Her childrens' names
were Millegan and Andrew Tucker;
the name of one of the girls I do
not know, those in Georgia are
Amanda Moss and Caroline Minor;
grandmother's name was Milsey
Tucker and the last account we had
of them they were in Caliborne par-
ish [parish], Louisian. She had two hus-
bands [husbands], one in South Carolina and
one in Georgia. The one in South
Carolina was James Moss and the
one in Georgia was Billy Minor.
She is now a widow; I am her
grandson and the son of her
daughter Caroline Minor, and am
preacher in charge of the Methodist
Episcopal Church at McDonough.
Ga. My aunt, Amanda Moss, lives
very close to me in Georgia. Please
address me at McDonough, Ga.
A. B. ALLEN.
MR. EDITOR-I wish to inquire
for my husband. His name was
Wm. Butler. We left Sumpterville,
S. C., with a man by the name of
Wm. Beleher; he took us to Charls-
ton [Charleston], and sold us to a man by the
name of John Flennoid, and he
brought us to Nashville, Tenn., and
then he moved us to Memphis, and
there sold my husband to a man by
the name of Mr. Isaac. After this
Mr. Flennoid took me back to
Nashville, and sold me to Mr. Geo.
Hitchens, and he brought me to
Texas. Address me at Goliad,
Texas, in care of Reu. C. P. West-
brooks [Westbrooks]. CHARLOTTE BUTLER
MR. EDITOR-I wish to inquire
for my people whom I left in Ma-
ryland county, Virginia. Two broth-
ers, the oldest one, Nicholas, the
youngest one, Horace Fights.
Mother's name was Sally Howard
and father's Henry Howard, and
sister's Susan Howard; and when
I left them they were in Washing-
ton, Virginia, but I heard my two
brothers were carried to New Or
leans, Nicholas and Horace by the
traders. The trader that I left
them with was Tom Williams. I
have not heard from the since;
and my name was then Rachel
Fights but my name is now Rach-
el Dollar. Address Rachel Dollar,
Chunkey Station, Newton county,
Mississippi, care of Heanry Lacy.
MR. EDITOR-I wish to inquire
for my people. I have a mother,
and two brothers. We belonged to
Mr. Williams, in Ambush county,
six miles from Lynchburg, Va. The
last I heard of my mother she was
on the steamboat going to Rich-
mond, Va, to get in the speculator's
roll. My mother was named Sallie
Tucker. My brother John and I
were left in Ambush county, Va.
Some time after that I was sold.
Brother John was left with Miss
Mary Tucker, his young miss, in
Ambush county, Va. My father
was named Peyton, he belonged to
a man by the name of Mr. Ellis,
who owned a tobacco factory in
Lynchburg, Va. Also three uncles
in Lynchburg named Monroe, Jack
and Merchant. Uncle Monroe was
a leach doctor. It has been near
forty years since I left there. Ad-
dress me ot [at] Oxford, Miss.
ALFRED TUCKER.
MR. EDITOR-I wish to inquire
for my relatives. We were eight in
family, in the State of Georgia.
Father was named Anthody Dardy,
in Troupe co. Mother was named
Amy Davenport, in Clark county.
Sisters Ann Dardy, Louisia Dardy;
brothers, Sandy Davenport, Bob.
Davenport, Isam Davenport. I
have not seen any of these since 49
years ago. I went to Holmes county
Mississippi with Dick Williams,
who had married Jane Praeir, the
daughter of Dick Praeir, and lived
there three years, and then I was
sold to Sam Townsand, and moved
to Marion, Perry county, Alabama.
Address me, No. 50 Jefferson street,
Topeka, Kansas.
ANTHONY GRIFNIN.
MR. EDITOR-I wish to inquire
for my sister, born and raised in
Simpson county, named Betty
Brown. She left the year the war
elosed with her young master, Sam-
uel [Samuel] Brown. Father went by the
name of Brown, but changed his
name to Edmond Johnson. Broth-
ers [Brothers] were Jackson, Wesley, William
and Aaron Brown; sisters Harriet
and Winnie Brown. We now all
go by the name of Johnson. Ad-
dress [Address] me at Steen's Creek, Miss.
A. JOHNSON.
MR. EDITOR-I wish to inquire for a friend of mine named George Lewis. He left here five or six years ago and went to the State prison. His mother's name is Lucy Holman, step-father Geo. Holman; sisters, Mary Carter, Winny Tanner and Pinkey Louis; half-sister Harriet Carter. Please address me at Moss Point, Miss.
JOHN C. CARTER.
MR. EDITOR-I wish to inquire for my brothers, George and Natha, who left here in 1862 63, and joined the Union army. They belonged to Simms Leggett, who lived near Foster Creek, Copiah county. Our parents were Henry and Lucinda Darsy. Sisters was Maria, Missouri and Amanda. Father lived in Franklie county, Miss. My name at that time, was John Leggett, but I am John Alexander now. Address me at Bowerton, Miss.
MR. EDITOR-I wish to inquire for my two brothers who left home in 1882 or 1883. We were living at the time they left in Copiah county, Miss., near Foster Creek. My brothers names were George and Nathan Leggett; mother, Lucinda; father Henry. We belonged to Henry Darsy in Franklin county. My name at that time was John Leggett, but I am now John Alexander. Address any information to me at Bowerton, Miss.
MR. EDITOR-I wish to inquire for my mother and two brothers. We lived in Fayette, Mo., and was brought from there to Arkansas by a speculator named Jim Elerson; there he sold my mother and one brother to Billy Hickups. Myself and other brother was carried to Shiloh, La. I was about 12 years old at that time. My mother's name was Elizabeth Betsy; brothers name were Charley Yandle and Sip Dinie, my name was Catherine Humbly. I trust God that the many readers of the SOUTHWESTERN may assist in helping to find the lost friends. Address L. W. Baker, Centreville, Texas.
MR. EDITOR-I wish to inquire for my mother. She belonged to Robt. Ridley, and he lived three miles from Canton, Mississippi. She was sold for debt, and brought to Texas after Ridley was killed. Her name was Chaney. She had two children, Jane and Dock; Jane was the oldest. Mother and aunt Caroline were brought to Texas together. After mother left aunt Palace and uncle Edmund raised me. I always slept with Miss Sallie. Address me at-Market street, Houston, Texas.
JANE JOHNSON.
MR. EDITOR-I wish to inquire for my people, mother, two brothers and one sister. We all belonged to the widow Lovejoy, and she lived in Jasper county, Georgia; and we were all sold two years before the surrender. A man by the name of Bill Parker bought my mother and the baby child, and my sister was sold to Ann Stafford, a daughter of the widow Lovejoy, who married a man by the name of Stafford, and lived in Coweta county, Ga. A man by the name of Amos Brown bought me and my oldest brother, Clark, in Morgan county, Ga. My mother's name was Elvay, oldest brother Clark, sister Harriet, and younger brother Alfred. The last time I saw my brother Clark was in Savannah, Ga , in 1865, and have not seen my mother, sister Harriet and brother Alfred since we all were sold. I heard from Harriet when she was living in Newman, Ga., about 7 years ago, and brother Clark went and took her to Atlanta, Ga. I heard that she was married. I would be glad for ministers to read this in churches in Atlanta, Ga. Address me at Wedowee, Randolph county, Ala.
JANE MOULTRIE.
MR. EDITOR-I wish to inquire for my relatives. Father was Solon, mother Wainia; youngest brother, Jefferson, was sold a year before the war, with father and mother, and they where in Arkansas when last heard from. They were sold to speculators. At the old home John, the oldest, myself, sister Nancy and William were left, belonging to Mr. Payne, in Ray county, Tennessee. Address me at Chilton, Texas.
J. S. PAYNE.
MR. EDITOR-I wish to inquire for my wife's people. Her father's name was Cain Russell and mother Phoebe Russell. They belonged to Perry G. Russell, and lived near Mashulaville, Miss. They were living with him when the war closed, and left there with a man by the name of Jason Briant and went to Memphis, Tenn. Their children were Mary, William, Abbie, Selia, Dina, Lawrence, Henry, Elizabeth, Washington, and one named Bella who died. Mary and her husband left there, and said they were going to Ohio. We have never heard from them since they left. We left William and Abbie in Mashulaville. We are living near Wrightsville, Ark. Selia is my wife; she has been married twice. And information will be thankfully received. Address Jas. L. Triplett, Wrightsville, Ark.
JAMES L. TRIPLETT.
MR. EDITOR-I wish to inquire for the relatives of Mr. Charley Conner-a mother, four sisters and a step-father. His mother's name was Hannah Frazier, sisters Annie Douvie, Louberta and Plinkev Frazier. Before the war they belonged to Mr. Henry Greene. He has not seen them since 1870. He left them on Mr. Henry Greene's plantation, southeast of Memphis, Tenn., in the year mentioned above. Address me, at Home Park, P. O., Yazoo River, Miss.
J. D. SMITH.
MR. EDITOR-I wish to learn the whereabouts of my brother, Thomas Gettys. Address James Gettys, Carson City, Gunsby county, Texas.
MR. EDITOR-I wisn to inquire
for my daughter; her name is Cath-
drine [Cathdrine] Nash. I left her in Corinth,
Mississippi, during the war; she
was six years old, and had one sis-
ter [sister] named Charlotte Nash; her
father's name was Henry Nash; her
mother was Francis Nash. Any infor-
mation [information] will be gladly received.
Address me, at Atoka. My
name is now Francis Hawkins.
MR. EDITOR-I would like to
know the whereabouts of my son.
MR. EDITOR-I, Rachel Alex-
ander, colored, formerly of Mays-
ville, Mason county, Ky., wish to
learn if any of my kinsfolk are still
alive. My mother was named
Charlotte Alexander, and my father
Henry Alexander. I had three sis
ters, Amy Stodder, Hannah Pay-
t n and Sidney Bush, and one un-
married named Phoebe, and two
brothers, Henry Shackleford, liv-
ing in Bracken county, belonging
to Gen. Sowards; and Martin, be-
longing to Mr. Seth Shcakleford. I
am living in Houston, Texas, near
the T. & N. O. round-house. If any
of my relatives are still living, will
they please write to me here. Ad-
dress Rachel Alexander.
[Write to Rev. J. W. Moreland,
or Rev. E. W. Green, at Maysville,
Mason county, Ky., and either of
them will tell you where to find
your people. -ED.
MR. EDITOR-My sister Violetta Heard, lived in Nashville, Tenn., the last I heard from her. She had three children, the oldest Sammy, and girls Bell and Mary. I am the youngest. I wish to find her where-abouts. Address me at Edwards, Miss.
LOU DAVIS.
MR. EDITOR-Please inquire for
my Sister Nettie who left us at
Paraclifta, Sevier county. Arkan
sas, in 1879 or 1880, at that time I
was not married. My husband is
G. J. Izard, he is a preacher. He
taught school here the year after
she left. Mother, Sisters Nettie,
Laura, and myself, were members
of the M. E. Church, converted un-
der preachings of dear elder
G. W. Sams, who was at that time
presiding elder of Hot Springs
district, Arkansas Conference
Father was Franklin Smith; moth-
er, Mahala Smith. Sister Nettie's
husband was Jefferson Brooks.
The last time I heard of them they
were at Brookston, Lamar county,
Texas. Address Callie Izard, Bag-
well, Texas.
MR. EDITOR. --- I wish to inquire
through your next valuable paper
for my wife's old time friend, Lewis
McGworth. The last time heard
from he was at Enterprise, Clark
county, Miss , and left there about
1870. My wife's name is Martha
Marshall; her and Lewis McGworth
both belonged to old man Reuben
McGworth. His mother's name
was Clarissa, and lived at Meridian,
Miss., during the war. Any information
of him will be gladly received.
Please address me at Jewell
Hill, Jasper county, Miss.
JOHN MARSHALL.
December 10, 1885.
MR. EDITOR. -- I wish to inquire for my mother, whom I left in Smith county, Va. I was taken from her when I was about seven years old. My master's name was Burke Richison; his two daughters names were Mary and Emma; his son's name was Sam. My mother's name was Jenny. The two house-girls names were Christine and Henrietta. My name was Eliza Ann. I was taken by a Negro-trader. We lived about eight miles from Washington City. I have a sister whose name was Rose. I left her with my mother. I am now known as Eliza Avery. If you receive any information of the above please address Rev. A. Moore, Shreveport, La.
MR. EDITOR. --- Please allow me
to inquire through your columns
for my two brothers. The oldest,
Joseph Lee, formerly belonged to
a man by the name of Hartswell
Truman, who lived in Henry county,
Tenn. Dear brother --- if this
reaches you, I am your sister. Your
mother's name was Julia Freeman.
My name is Jennie Hutcherson. I
have not seen you in six years;
you was then at Connore, in Henry
county, Tenn. That was the county
seat. You may write me to this
place, Locksburgh, Ark. My
youngest brother's name is James
Freeman, and formerly belonged
to a Mr. Jack Freeman. You left
us in time of the war. I have not
seen you since. The last time I
heard of you, you were in Paris,
Tenn. Your answer will find me
at Locksburgh, Ark. Your sister,
JENNIE HUTCHERSON.
MR. EDITOR. ---- I desire to inquire for my people. I left them in Quincy, Florida in 1861, in Gadson county. My oldest brother went by the name of George Wilder; my younger brother belonged to Foreman and Muse; two sisters, the oldest named Jane, she belonged to William and Jessie Wilder, and she was brought from Florida to New Orleans, La., in the year 1851; my youngest sister was named Hanna Williford; she and my mother, Sarah Williford, her real name was Sarah Wilder, I left in Leon county, below Talahassee, in 1858. My daughter, Sarah Forbes, her mother named Nancy Forbes, I left at Quincy, Florida in 1861. While I was in Florida I went by the name of Amos Philgore, but since the emancipation I go by my father's name, Amos Wilder. The last time I heard from my daughter she was married to a man by the name of Thomas; I never learned his given name. Any information as to their whereabouts will be thankfully received. Address, Amos Wilder, Orange, Orange county, Texas.
MR. EDITOR. ----- My half brother, David Smith, left Jefferson county, Miss., and went to Louisiana about thirteen years ago, and in the time of the exodus went to Kansas. I have not heard from him in five years. Address me at Union Church, Misss.
Rev. J. K. COMFORT.
MR. EDITOR. I wish to inquire for my father, brother and aunt. We all belonged to Mr. Charles Carity, who lived in South Carolina, on King street, No. 114. My father's name is Rev. Hamon Gatson; brother's name is Anthony Gatson; aunts name is Silvia Walter; she belonged to Mr. Walter, who lived on Ratlis street, South Carolina. The last time I heard from them was in 1874. Any information concerning them will be thankfully received. Address me in care of Rev. A. C. Culbreath, Richmond, Fort Bend Co., Texas, P. O. Box 61.
SAMSON GATSON.
MR. EDITOR.-- I wish to inquire for my people. My mother was Susan Wood belonging to Miss Judie Rixis living in Salem, Va. My father was named William Wood belonging to Aleck Chatman living near the White Plains, Va. I had two brothers one was named William and Harrison Douglas, and sisters named Jennie and Charlotte. I belonged to Mrs. Daniel C. Hall living near Front Royal, Va., and was sold in 1850 by Mr. Daniel C. Hall, and bought by a trader, Mr. Joseph Bruin, and carried to New Orleans, and my name was Ann Eliza Wood, but now Eliza Johnson. Address me Yazoo City, Miss., in care of Wallace Johnson.
MR. EDITOR.--I desire to in-
quire for my mother and brothers.
My mother's name was Lucy, my
brothers were Joseph and David
Jones. and belonged to Thomas
Davis, Greenville county, Va. My
name was Mason Jones, now it is
Mason Hopson. I hope the preach-
ers will assist me. Address me at
Arneckeville, DeWitt co., Texas.
SOLOMON HOPSON.
Mr. Editor.--I reside in Madi-
son, Jefferson county, Indiana; a
free holder of some property; was
born in old Virginia, Madison coun-
ty, five miles from Orange Court-
house, ten miles from Madison
Courthouse, and three miles from
Lyson Mill. My mother's name
Nannie, and belonged to Mallier.
A number of years ago I had a
brother by the name of Horace
Buckner sold to the Negro trader.
The man that bought him was
named Humphrey Taylor. When
he came back after another drove
of Negroes he stated to us that he
had sold him in Huntsville, Ala.
I have thought a thousand times
about writing and trying to find
him, but I thought that he was
dead, and he may be, but I've come
to the conclusion that he is as like-
ly to be alive as I am. I am the
oldest. I have a desire to hear from
him. Gibson Maller, a son of old
Billy, brought me and brother
Peter from old Virginia, Jefferson
county, within five miles of Louis-
ville, and there we served until the
emancipation took place. Brother
Peter came to Indiana when I did,
but he is dead now. He died in
1882. A family of them by the
name of Buckner went to the South,
and if any of them are there I
would like to hear from them. I
desire this to go through all of the
churches, Baptist and Methodist.
A son of old Travis Buckner that
married Nannie, belonged to Orm-
bus Madison, not far from Orange
Courthouse. Aunt Lettie was living
in Kentucky the last I heard of
her; uncle Madges wife.
ALFRED BUCKNER.
MR. EDITOR.--I wish to inquire
for my father, who was sold when I
was a baby, by Linet Terrell, to
Will Hussick. HE was carried to
Louisiana, and I have never heard
of him since. Mother was Felvery
Freeman. Father had a brother,
Wiley Freeman, in Texas. Maria
Freeman, a sister to my mother is
here, and mother is dead. If he
has any living children they will
please address me at Cold Springs,
Texas. ANDREW TERRELL.
MR. EDITOR.--I wish to know of the whereabouts of my people. Mother was Pinnie, father was Jack. They belonged to Robert Ellison in Marshall county, Tennesse. Brothers were Wesley, John Green, Patrick, George, Peter, Phillip, and Anthony. Sisters were Jane, Susan, Ruthy, and Winnie. At the death of Robert Ellison we were divided out among his children. I fell to Jimmie Ellison; Mother, Wesley, John Green, sister Jane, and my Father, all fell to Tom Ellison. This is all I can recollect. At the death of Jimmie Ellison I fell to his daughter Harriet Bowden. I left Tennessee about 1834 The last I heard they were still in Tennessee. I now go by the nome of Edmond Toland. Address me at Columbus, Texas.
MR. EDITOR: I have three brothers
and one sister somewhere in the
country, for whom I wish to inquire.
My brothers are named respectively,
Andy, Washington, and Jerry. My
sister's name is Silla. I was brought
from Georgia to Alabama in or
about 1838. At that time they were
all together, belonging to the Austins,
or it may be Alstons. I can
not say to which one of them, Bill,
James, or Starling, they belonged
as we were all too young to know
our separate masters. Our father's
name was Tom, and our mother's
name was Rachel. We were sold
to a Mr. Joe Evans, who bought us
of James Austin, or as it may be,
Alston, after we were brought to
Alabama. We left the above named
relatives, in 1838, in Georgia. The
father of the Austin boys, whose
name was Nat, was killed by a servant
of his named Aleck. The name
of their mother was Ridda. We are
a large family here, and would
appreciate highly any information as
to my inquiry.
THOMAS AUSTIN
MR. EDITOR: I wish to find my
boy, who left Memphis in February,
1878. His name is Thomas Clayton.
His age is fourteen years. He
went away without my knowledge
or consent, on the steamer Holliday,
for Vicksburg. Address
MRS. MAGGIE CLAYTON.
256 Hernando street, Memphis, Tenn.
MR. EDITOR: --- I wish to find my people I left in Northumberland county, Virginia, on the Potomac river. My father was Isaac Sherman, mother Maria. I had one sister Eda, and she married James Thames, who was free born. There was sister Mary and brother Ephraim also. Father was a Baptist deacon. They belonged to William Hardin, and lived within one mile of the court house. I left them about thirty years ago. Address me at Brazoria, Texas.
HULLAN SHERMAN.
MR. EDITOR: ---- By the providence of God, and the aid of the SOUTHWESTERN, I have been able to find my people. I hope the ministers will take a more active part in circulating and getting subscribers for the paper. I wish to inquire for my step-father's people, whom he left in Alabama, about 30 years ago. He has not seen any of them since. His mother and father belonged to Joe Bradford, sisters and brothers all belonged to Bradford. There was sisters Partheney, Emily and Joanna; and brothers John and Charles Henry. Webster Bradford sold John before the war to Bill Thomson. He was sold to Patrick McKinney. McKinney had an overseer Meyer White, who wanted to whip John one day, but he took the whip from him and whipped him nearly to death. He was put in jail, tried and condemned to be hung. So Patrick McKInney run him to Texas. Address David Young, care of G. V. Medlock, Cedar Creek, Bastrop county, Texas.
MR. EDITOR: ---- I wish to inquire
for my kin people. I left them in
Hinds county, Mississippi, as well
as I can remember, near a little
station called Mt. Albert, living
with John McDaniel. They
belonged to William McDaniel,
brother of John. I left them there
about 1833. My father name
Sharper, mother's Nellie, my oldest
brothers named Tom, Edmond,
Charles. I have two older brothers
who were sold on the south bank
of the Mississippi river, from
Vicksburg. The oldest Peter and
Douglas. I was taken away by
W. M. McDaniel, a small boy about
seven years of age. Address me
at Huntsville, Walker county,
Texas. WILLIAM MILLS.
MR. EDITOR: ---- I wish to inquire for my kindred left in Alabama. Father and mother were Charles and Presciila [Precilla] Bradford. Brothers were Charles, Henry and Webster: sisters Patheney, Emma and Joan. All belonged to Mr. Bradford, except John who was sold to Bill Thomas. Bradford sold me to Mc-McKinney ; he had a person and I whipped him and was run to Texas on that account. His name was Capt. White. I was brought to Texas by Will Chappel, son-in-law of Har-
ris McKinney. I have been in Texas 32 or 33 years and have not seen any of my people. I heard that brother Charles Henry was in Mobile Ala. Address me at Cedar Creek, Texas. DAVID YOUNG.
MR. EDITOR: Allow me to in-
quire [inquire] for my son. I have not seen
him for some years. I heard of
him twice or three times, coming
up Tallahatchie river on the boat,
but I did not see him. His name
is James Monroe Miller. My name
is Maria Miller. I belonged to the
widow Shannon, on Tallahatchie
river, near Minter City, Leflore
county. Address me at Minter
City, Miss., care of Rev. J. C. Skin-
ner [Skinner].
MR. EDITOR: I desire to know of my relations, viz: father's name was Davey Jackson, he belonged to Kit Jackson, mother's name was Maria, she belonged to Thomas
Stiff, he and Aunt Lucy Ann belonged to Judge Stiff. I had a cousin by the name of Charity Brown. We were first sold to two Negro traders, named, Jordan and Tolt at Osborne. They brought me to Louisiana from Louisville, Ky., then sold us, (my self and Bro . Henderson) to one Robt. Anderson, then to John Mitchell who brought us to Texas. I don't know what year this was, but it was during the late war. Bro. Henderson is the only relative I had in Texas, and I have lost his whereabouts. All readers in and about Louisville, Ky., will confer a great favor upon me by assisting me to find my people. I will be thankful for any information concerning their whereabouts. Address me in care of Rev. W. H. Jackson, P. C., Bellville, Tex. Box 46.
MRS CHARLOTTE MITCHELL
MR. EDITOR: I formerly belonged to Col. Elijah Vasser, of Halifax county, Va., who moved South about forty-two years ago. He bought my wife Maria, but could not buy my two oldest children who belonged to Thos. Spriggins, of Cherry Hill, Halifax county, Va. Their names were Rachel and Martha I desire, if possible to find them; and Gracie and Albert, servants formerly of Sam Smith, of Halifax, Va.
Gratefully; BILLY VASSER, Aberdeen, Miss.
MR. EDITOR: I want to inquire for my brother-in-law who went by the names of Holing Rowe, and the other Philmore Rowe. We formerly belonged to a man by the name of Lanson Rowe in Frankling Co., Tennessee. Our father's name was William Holder. Mother's name was Nancy Rowe. She died in Durcard, Tenn., in the time of the war, shortly after we left home. There were six brothers and two sisters. Brothers' names were Mark Rowe, Holin, George, William, Philmore and Johnson, the youngest boy. The girls' names were Sarah and Anniky. My brother Philmore went up North after the war ended. My brother Holing went ts Kansas in the time of the exodus, and I have not heard from them since. My wife is Anniky, the youngest sister; the rest of my brothers and sisters are in Chattanooga, Tenn. Brother George is dead. Any information of their whereabouts please write to Anniky Kenscer, Tullahooma, Coffee Co., Tennessee.
I. W. KENSCER.
Mr. Editor: I wish to inquire
thourgh [through] your paper for my broth-
er. When I last heard from him
he was in New Orleans. His name
is Spencer Thomas; we were sepa-
rated when we were children, and
lived with Mr. Inlow, who lived
near Jack Thomas and Highdipper,
three miles of North MIddletown,
Bourbon county, Ky. Our mother
was named Winnie and my name
is Cynthia, and we had a sister
named Vinia. Address Cynthia
Wheeler, Paris, Bourbon county,
Ky.
MR. EDITOR: I wish to inquire
for my father and cousin. I left
them in Shreveport, La., near Caddo
parish. My father belonged to
Daniel Waddle; my cousin to
one Ford, twelve miles from Shreveport.
My father's name was
Holder Waddle. Cousin Adeline and
I belonged to Charles Hister, who
was killed in Shreveport in a duel
with one Dr. Green. I have not
seen father since 1848. When I
left them I went to Hinds county,
Miss., and from there to Tensas
parish, La.; from there to Austin,
Texas. I am now living at or near
Alleyton; have bought land of my
own and paid for it. Address Joe
Holder or J. H. Holden, Alleyton,
Colorado county, Texas, care of
Mr. G. R. Smith.
MR. EDITOR: I wish to inquire
for my sister and father. I left
sister in Fayette county, Tenn., 35
years ago. She was named Everetta,
and belonged to James Parchman,
who sold her to Mr. Fox. Her
mother, Catherine, was brought
from Tennessee, by Parchman, to
Texas, 35 years ago. My father
Alfred Gwinn, belonged to Atwood
Gwinn, and old mistress was
Margaret Gwinn. Father had two
children by my mother, one Alfred,
and the other Henry Jackson.
Address me at Laredo, Texas.
A.J. Turner
MR. EDITOR: I wish to inquire
for Sam Tairl, the husband of
Alice Morrison; they had four chil-
dred [childred], named Ellen, Pannah, Lucin-
da [Lucinda] and Mary. I have not heard
from him since the surrender. He
was at Vicksburg, when we last
heard from him. Address, G. M.
Bradford, Heidleburg, Miss.
MR. EDITOR: I wish to inquire for my dear mother and father whom I left in Virginia when [undecipherable] was sold at ten years old. M[undecipherable] name at that time was Roe Burte[undecipherable] Anna King George Thomas. M[undecipherable] father's name was Louis Taylo[undecipherable] and mother was Elizabeth Taylor. My brothers were Robert Taylor, Jack Taylor and James Taylor. Sisters were Lina Taylor and Sall[undecipherable] Taylor. My master's name wa[undecipherable]
Mr. Wm. Quall. My father belonged to Mr. Dick Wartha, son of J. Taylor. The last time I wa[undecipherable] with my people they were living in Virginia near Stern's Postoffice. I was sold in Bowling Green, Va. at ten years old. My master had been married three times before [undecipherable] was sold, and all three of his wive[undecipherable] were buried in the garden. My dear mother and father, do you remember what you said to me when I was sold? You told me if you never saw me in this life you wanted to meet me in heaven. I am married now and have six children. My husband is named Geo[undecipherable] Quinn. I go by the name of Anna Quinn. Any information will be gladly received. In care of Rev. W. R. M. Gatewood, Akerman, Miss.
MR. EDITOR: I wish to inquire for my father and mother. I was sold at the courthouse Pittsylvavania county, Virginia. My mother was Lettie, and father George Clark. I had sisters, Tempie and Martha Ann. Sister Tempie was sold when I was about ten years of age to a trader. Sister Martha Ann and I were sold to Martin Auze, who took us to Alabama, where sister was sold to Tom Jenkins. We were separted [separated] and I was taken to Texas by Martin Auez. My brothers were Jesse, Adam, Charles and Orange, one sister was Adlina. They were all left with my mother when I was sold. My mistress was Elizabeth, my master Gustin Clark. After freedom I took my first owner's name, Clark. Address me at No. 130 Travis street, Houston Texas.
CAROLINE CLARK.
MR. EDITOR: I wish to inquire for my people whom I left in Jefferson, Texas, in 1873. My father was Joshua Daniel, mother was Lucinda Metval, brother was Wesley Smith, sister Milly Smith. I left my little girl Annie with my sister Milly. We all lived with Mr. Osbrook, about one mile from the town of Jefferson. Address me at Huntsville, Texas, care of Rev. A. C. Culbreath.
MRS. AGGIE SMITH.
MR. EDITOR: Information is
wanted of my people, I don't re-
member the names of their former
owners. I was sold at the age of
4, to Mr. David Allen, who lived
near Danville, Virginia. I lived
in Danville about 5 months, when
I was sold to Mr. Mosely in South
Carolina, and Mr. Mosely brought
me to Arkansas. Mother was Lu-
cinda; father Brady; brothers Ed-
mond and Mason; Sisters Mary,
Ann and Francis. I am Stephen
Address New Edinburg, Arkan-
sas. A. Hardeman, pastor M. E.
Church.
MR. EDITOR: Information is wanted of my mother, her name is Matha Wilber. She has 8 children 4 boys and 4 girls boys names Frank, and Huyard, and Hamp and Solomon. Girls names Barbara and Millia, and Rachel, and Mary Jane. When I knew of her she lived in S.W. Vicksburg, Miss. Any information as to her whereabouts will be thankfuly received. Please address me, care of Rev Oscar Hoskins, Junction City Kansas. MOLLIE DAVIS
MR. EDITOR: Jane, once the
slave of Geo. Landers, near
Looninburg, Izard county, Arkansas,
was sold (it is believed) to a planter
on Little Red River. She had
when last heard from two children,
viz: Henry and John. Any information
concerning her will be
thankfully received by her son
Henry Lewis, who may be
addressed at Batesville, Arkansas, to
the care of Gov. Baxter.
Batesville, Ark., July 28, 1882.
MR. EDITOR: - I desire to inquire for my friend, John Ball. The last time I saw him was in Madi-son county, Miss., where we parted. His owner's name was Warren McMurtry. My name at that time was Rachel Wilson; I belonged to Stokes & Wilson. Address me at Sixth street M. E. Church, New Orleans. CORNELIA SMITH.
MR. EDITOR: - I want informa-tion as to my people, whom I left northeast of Monroe. The corner place is about one mile from Little Richmond. The name of my owner is Charles Hampton. His home is above Grand Gulf in Mississippi. My mother's name is Susan Miller; my father's is Amos Miller. I have five sisters and one uncle; his name is Jacob Miller.
ROBERT MILLER.
MR. EDITOR: - I want to find my people. They left me in Russell county, Ala., about twenty-five years ago. They went to Missis-sippi. They belonged to Robt. McKissick. My father was named Peter and mother Mattie Sealy. Their oldest boy was named Willis; my brothers were name Aaron, Austin and Isom. Our uncle was named Simon; our grandmother Mary. Address me at Centre Point, Ark. I have changed my name from McKissick to Brooks.
WILLIS BROOKS.
MR. EDITOR: - I wish to hear of my brother, Christopher Burke, whom I have not seen since the war. His father was Ned McConnico. We were four in number, Mary, Julia, Jessie and Stephen Burke. Address me at Holly Grove, Monroe county, Arkansas. STEPHEN BURKE.
MR. EDITOR: - I wish to inquire
for my folks. About 30 years ago
they left McElmasville, Tenn. I
belonged to Anderson H. Smith,
and his daughter married William
Kirk. My owner gave me to Kirk.
I have two brothers, Thomas and
Patrick Henry; they belonged to
Albert and Jack Faulch; three
sisters, Julia, Hannah and Maria.
We were brought from Virginia to
Tennessee in 1853. Mother was
Violet. Mr. Jack and Alfred Falch
carried them off. Address me at
Clarksburg, Tenn., care of Miss
Alice Kirk. My name was Mary
Kirk, but has been changed by
marriage to MARY PIGGUE.
MR. EDITOR: - I wish to inquire for my father, grandmother and two aunts. Father was Shearfe, grandmother Gracey. Aunt Cheney; grandmother and father left East Tennessee with the Indians, near forty years ago, sold to Jesse Mayfield. Aunt Easter was sold to Austin Ryder, near the same time. They went to Cherokee county, Arkansas, and formerly belonged to Larkin Carding. I last heard from them three years ago. Address me at Athens, Tenn., care of Rev. Alexander Roch. EASTER CARDING.
MR. EDITOR: -- I wish to inquire
for John Annis Call, and my mother,
Maria Call. Charley Call, he went
to Texas. Address at Sweet Home,
Arkansas. ELLEN MILLS.
MR. EDITOR: -- I wish to inquire
for my wife and children left in
Alabama, Tuscaloosa county, 1860.
The names of them are John Calvin,
Joshua and Wine. My wife's old-
est [oldest] child was Linzy, and their moth-
er [mother] Annie. Our owner's name was
Pinkney Frisom. My name was
Caesar Dent. The last time I heard
of them they were at the Maples, in
Marengo county, Alabama, 70 miles
from where I left them. I am a
traveling preacher, and have re-
tired [retired] on account of weak lungs,
aged 55 years. I should be glad to
hear from my friends before I die.
My name is now CAESAR KING.
MR. EDITOR: -- I wish to know
the whereabouts of my Uncles, my
Father's brothers, three in number.
Names - John Price, Jesse Price,
and the other he did not know the
name. My Father's name is Wm.
Price; he left his parents' home
when 12 years of age, by the traders
to New Orleans, and stayed
there six months, when a farmer
by the name of A. G. Jordan
bought him and brought him to a
plantation in Louisiana on Bayou
Taplacat, and in the village of
Allen, La., and he has been living
within 12 miles of this town, until
last August 15th, when he passed
through the dark valley of the
shadow of death by the penetration
of 12 bullets. He said he left
his brothers and parents in Fairfax,
Virginia. Please write me at
Allen, Natchitocles parish, La.
D. J. Price.
Allen, La., Dec. 5th, 1882.
MR. EDITOR: ---- I wish to find out if possible the whereabouts of my mother Mathilda Gill. We were separated in 1843, in Wake connty, North Carolina, when I was about one year old. We belonged to Col. Waddia,, (who was my father). He sold us to Israel Gill. My mother being high tempered, Gill sold her from me to a preacher Rev. Purefil, who carried her to Roseville, where he kept a hotel. When Israel Gill bought mother from Col. Waddia, we lived near Raleigh, N. C., then Gill wandered with me to Texas. Address me at San Felipe, Austin county, Texas, care of Mr. C. H. Graves.
HENRY CLAY.
MR. EDITOR: ---- I wish to inquire for my father, Jim Colwell, who lived in Meridian, Miss. His wife was Dolly, and she had four children ----- Ellen, Charley, Louvinia and Mary Colwell. Louvinia and Charley died when babes. We are here where he left us --- Ellen and Mary --- but I married am now Ellen Loy. Address me at Meridian, Miss., care of R. N. Loy.
MR. EDITOR: ---- I desire to find my two sisters, Mary Noel and Juliette. Mother was Harriet Humphreys ; father, Bruno. We lived in NewOrleans when we separated, on St. Phillip street, between Bourbon and Burgundy. We belonged at that time to Miss Diswaraget. My name was Mary Louise Bruno. I believe I was the youngest child. One sister was sold to Mr. Christville on Baronne street, and the other to Texas. Address me now at 311 Baronne street, between Laharpe and Columbus, New Orleans.
MARY LOUISE PRATTS.
MR. EDITOR: ----- I want to make inquiry for my two aunts, Lizzie Robertson and Lucy Hunter. Aunt Lizzie belonged to Jas. Robertson, a widower, who lived in Bolivar, Hardeman county, Tenn. She was the mother of nine children whose names I have forgotten, except her oldest daughter, Louise. Aunt Lucy Hunter belonged to Charles Hunter. Col. Hunter, and his son
Charles Hunter came to Texas. We all used to belong to Wm.Goson of Virginia, and were sold by him to the Hunters. Aunt Lizzie was sold by the Hunters to Captain Glasco and carried by him toHardeman co., Tenn. My father's name was Weldon Goson. I left him in Brunswick co., Virginia; he belonged to James Goson. Aunt had but one child, her name was Ellrich (mulatto). My father's wife's name was Judy; she belonged to the Gosons. Father's oldest child was named Cincinnati, oldest daughter Mary Jane, and youngest son Andrew was the baby when I left. My name was Mary Jane. Write to me at Mayfield, Milam co., Texas. MARY JANE RENFRO.
MR. EDITOR: --I desire to inquire
for my mother's father, who, per-
haps [perhaps] is in Mississippi. He was
born in Williamson county, Tenn.
Before the war his name was
George Woods. He had a sister
Dicey Woods, and a brother Ander-
son [Anderson] Woods. He belonged to John-
son [Johnson] Woods, when he was sold and
carried to Mississippi. We have
been here eight or nine years. I
heard from him a year or two after
he returned to Mississippi, near
Vicksburg. He was a member and
a faithful class leader of the Meth-
odist [Methodist] Church. His brothers Ander-
son [Anderson] and Dicey are dead. He mar-
ried [married] Mary Gentry, daughter of
Edmond Ellison, and had three
children--Lucy, Edmund and Win-
nie [Winnie]. My mother was Lucy Baker.
Address me at Cuney Springs,
Marshall county, Tennessee.
J. H. BAKER.
Mr. Editor: Can you assist me through the medium of your paper in finding my brother, Henry Voss, as I have not seen him since 1848 9. He once belonged to Jim Voss, about 1847, then resident in Jackson, Tenn., and left for Louisiana. I learn he lives somewhere in your vicinity, and owns a little sugar farm. He may recognize me through his mother's name, Liza Voss, and his father's name, George Lyons. Please advertise this letter for me and confer an everlasting obligation.
Yours very respectfully,
SPENCER VOSS.
P.S.—He was last seen about 1886, in Jackson, Tenn., on a visit, but I cannot trace him further than that he went back to New Orleans or about fifteen miles out.
MR. EDITOR: Fanny Ford, who belonged to Mrs. Nancy Brown, sister of Jack Baker, of Faquier county, Va., near Warrenton Court House, was married to a freeman named Elija Ford, by whom she had four children, Beverly, John, Robert and Benedict. She was sold and sent to New Orleans about thirty seven years ago, since which time she never heard of her children and her sister Cleavy, who married with Jack Baker. Any information of their whereabouts will be thankfully received by said Fanny Ford, care of Eugene Martin, 232 St. Philip street, New Orleans, La.
MR. EDITOR: I [undecipherable] to inquire
about my mother. Our old home
was near Britton's Cross Road,
Bertie county, North Carolina, we
belonged to Powell Herrill, then;
Mother and Uncle Charley were
bought and carried to or near
Houston, Texas, by a widow lady,
Polly Johnson and her son James.
She gave Uncle Charley and fam
ily [family] to a son who lived in Madison
county, Miss. I was brought to
Mississippi, by John Johnson.
Grandmother's name is Liddy Her-
rill [Herrill], grandfather, Wiley Tuttle. The
last I heard of mother, she was
at or near Houston, Texas.
Address Brantly Herrill, Crystal
Springs, Miss., care Rev. J. H.
Cook.
Mr. EDITOR: I am inquiring for my wife and three children. My wife went by the name of Caroline McAdams, and belonged to William McAdams. He moved to Texas in 1851, and carried my wife and two children. Their names Susan Eliza and Martha Luevinia. My son William Allen, was born after leaving Bellefontaine, Miss. I have not heard from them since July 1854. Address me in the care of Rev. W. M. Gatewood. Walthall Sumner County Misss. WM MORRIS
MR. EDITOR: I desire information of my people. In South Carolina, in 1846 we belonged to Robert Woods. My mother and father were Jennie and Edmond Woods. Robert Woods sold them to a neighbor, after which he took brothers George Logan, Rufus, Pinckney, Leeroy Burton Woods, and myself to Georgia, about 100 miles east of Resaca. We stayed with Robert Woods two years, and then he traded me to his brother-in-law, Martin Ward, for a waiting-girl named Mahala Ward. That was the way I was parted from my brothers. When freedom was declared, I was freed from Duckweth, and now I go by the name of
WATSON DUCKWETH.
Abbeville, Miss., care Rev. J. G. Johnson.
MR. EDITOR: I desire to find my mother and her three children; there were four with myself, three boys and one girl. Her name is Sophia, and she belonged to Harty Briant, of Natchitoches parish, La. My name is Abner Briant, sister was Isabella Briant, and brothers Andrew and Isaiah. I am now going by the name of Abner Green, after my father, Jim Green. Address me at Patoutyville, Jeannerette P.O., La.
MR. EDITOR: I desire to find my sister Annie Barnett. She used to belong to Mrs. Sallie Harrison of Shelbyville, Ky. Her father was Gabe Barnett. Mother Eliza Caldwell. They used to belong to Reuben and Tommie Caldwell. of Shelbyville, Ky. Sallie Harrison sold sister to a Negro trader named Wilson, who took her to Lexington, Ky., and later on took her further South. Mother is now at No. 23 Campbell street, Lexington, Ky. Address me at 603 South Cherry street, Nashville, Tenn. My name used to be Laura Taylor, it is now Laura White, wife of Rev. H. W. White.
MR. EDITOR: I desire to inquire for my mother's relatives whom she left in Cloverport, Ky. Her father's name was Bennet, and mother's Deliley Johnson. Brothers, Rolling, Elisha, Westley, and Bob. Johnson; and her name was at that time Sally Johnson. My mother also had a brother named Smith Boulette by father. Her son's name was Henry Clay Brown. She left him *in Elizabethtown, Ky. Before peace was declared her brothers belonged to the Fishers, Zake, brother of Clayton Fisher. She used to belong to Thomas Brown, brother of Elisha Brown. She also had some cousins, whom she left in Lexington, Ky. One was named Bettey. Any information from any one will be thankfully received. My mother's name was Sally Brown, but is now changed to Sarah Forrest. Address her Chestnut near Valence streets, New Orleans, La.
BENNET H FORREST.
MR. EDITOR: I desire to inquire for my mother, sisters and brothers. I left them in Wilson County, Tenn. My two oldest brothers were carried to Mississippi by a speculator before the war. Their names were Billy and Jack Callis. Mother's name was Beckie Callis, my sister's names were Chaney and Minerva. Minerva was sold to Vantices, and Chaney was sold to Riah Jenings. Mother was sold to Louis Patterson. I came to Arkansas before the war and my sister Harriet Callis would like to know where she is. MATILDA DAVIS. Clarendon, Ark.
MR. EDITOR: I desire to inquire for my sister, Frances Yokum, who belonged to Tom Yokum. Have not heard of my mother since the surrender, but heard from sister Frances once, and she was then in Texas. Address me at Columbus, Sabine parish, La., EMELINE SHELBY.
MR. EDITOR: I desire to inquire for my sisters, whom I left in Nashville, Tenn., in 1865. Rosaria Hill, Josephine Davis are their names. I heard of my brother last at Vicksburg, Miss. in 1862. His name was John Davis. All information will be gladly received. Mother's name is Gracey Davis, who once belonged to Robert Cartmell. She died in 1862 at Jackson, Tenn. ALLEN DAVID. Clarendon, Ark.
MR. EDITOR: I desire to inquire for my uncle, July Patterson, who belonged to James Fulton, in South Carolina. He was a blacksmith by trade. Some time in 1860 he was sold to New Orleans, La.
MOSES McCLEARY.
Martin, Texas.
MR. EDITOR: I desire to inquire through your paper for my long lost mother. We were sold in New Orleans on the same day. I was sold to a man by the name of Dr. Mitchell, who lived in Mississippi. I can not remember the man's name that mother was sold to. However, I was taken by my new master up the river, and mother was taken down the river by the man that she was sold to. Our former owner was D.W. Lumpkin, who resided in Holly Springs, Miss., Marshall county. My mother's name was Lucinda Lumpkins. I can not remember my father's name. However, we all belonged to the same man. I had a sister who was sold before we were, to a man who lived in New Orleans. Her name was Emily. I am my mother's only son. My mother will know me by the following description: My right eye is blue. Address me at San Antonio, Tex. WASHINGTON ELLERSON
MR. EDITOR: I desire to obtain
some emformation [information] of my parents
who lived in Coffeeville, Miss. My
mother's name was Jennie Reddick,
father's name Mason Sanborne,
belonged to Henry Reddick. Mother
was sold to a Mr. Dodson. I was
sold to John Sanborne My mother
after being sold, married Jim
Williams. My father when last heard
of was at Oxville, Tennessee.
MASON REDDICK.
Hockley, Texas.
MR. EDITOR: I lost my father
near 31 years ago, as well as I can
remember. He belonged to the
Booths', he and mother were parted
in slave time by their owners.
Mother belonged to the Strow-
thers [Strowthers], both came from Hinds county,
Mississippi. Mother located in
East Texas, father in West Texas.
He was said to have gone near to
the Indian Nation, to the salt
works, and mother in Sabine
county. She was Annette Strow-
ther [Strowther], and father was Richard Boose.
He now goes by the name of Rich-
ard [Richard] Crowder. Father had a daugh-
ter [daughter] Nancy. He and mother did
not live together long, and I was
born after they were parted and
named Mary Ann Canton. I re-
ceived [received] a letter from father the sec-
ond [second] year of freedom, and I did not
answer it because I feared he would
take me from mother. She is
dead, and I feel the need of
father. His owner was John Boose,
mother's, Tom Strowther. Address
me at Milam, Texas.
MARY ANN CANTON.
Mr. EDITOR: I noticed in the SOUTHWESTERN, dated May 4th, 1882, an inquiry for some lost friends, who are as follows: Silvey, Tom, Ellen, Caroline, Queen, and Henderson Buckhanon. I would say for the information of the inquirer, that Silvey is dead. Tom we left in Arkansas, where they were brought to from Tennessee. The rest of the family are still living, and are in the neighborhood of Walker Station, Ford Bend County, Texas. The inquirer will direct her letters to Mrs. Caroline Bentley Walker Station, Fort Bend Co, Tex. C. C. MINEGAN Galveston, Texas, May 25, 1882.
MR. EDITOR: I see a sad mistake
in the SOUTHWESTERN of our
daughters name that I wish
corrected. The man that she belonged
to was named Neabey Correthers,
the girl's name, Georgie Ann, the
man that we belonged to was
names James A. McLeary. I see
the name in the paper Mary Ann,
that is not right. Her name is
Georgie Ann Correthers. The
master was named Neabey, not
Meabey. B.F. WILLIAMS
Richmond, Texas.
MR. EDITOR: I want to find my brother, Joseph Alexander. He was nicknamed Tody. I have not seen him in eleven years. The last I heard of him he was in Bryan, Tex. Any information will be gladly received. Address
G. H. E. FIELDS.
Bellville, Tex.
Mr. Editor: I want to find my mother. Her name is Eliza Turner or Eliza Chase, and she belonged to Frank Haines. I would be glad to know of her whereabouts. Address Cyrus Holmes, Jr., or
CAROLINE HOLMES.
MR. EDITOR: I want to find my people: Father's name was Ben Mitchell or Ben Dotson, used to belong to Mr. Adam Richmond My mother died when I was so young that I don't remember her. Father then married again; his wife's name was Patience. She belonged to one Frank Burton. There were two children by my mother, myself (Jesse) and Sister Nancy and two by his wife Patience, viz: Tom and Howard. They went by the name of Burton as their mother belonged to Burton. Curry bought us and after his death, his widow Julia A. Curry brought us to Texas. I left them at Yanceville, Castle County, North Carolina. If any reader of these lines chance to know any of them he will confer a favor upon me by informing me in care of Rev. W. Hartley, Jackson, P. C., Bellville, Texas, Austin, Co., Box 46.
JESSIE MITCHELL.
MR. EDITOR: I want to find out
where my sister is. Her name was
Pagia Clark, and she went by the
name of Pagia Wilson, also Witley.
She has three brothers, Charles,
Isaac and Jacob Clark. The last
one I heard from her she lived at
Duncan Station, Clinton county,
Arkansas. Charles Clark lives in
Marion county, Texas. Address
Rev. Geo. W. Norris, Marshall
Texas.
Mr. Editor: I want to find, if possible, where my three brothers and one sister are living. Names: Anthony, Daniel, Gonshaw, Dolphus, and Catherine Jones. I have not seen them since the war. All of them went by the names of their owners, the two Gonshaws, and lived in Vicksburg, Miss. My other brother and sister lived in Brandon, Miss. Our mother's name at that time was Clara Jones. She died in Vicksburg, Miss., when I was only ten years of age. I was called Si for short. My name is Siphinam Gonshaw. I am married now and go by the name of Annie Strange, the Siphinam being omitted. Any information of them will be gladly received at No. 174. Clay street, Louisville, Ky.
Respectfully,
ANNIE STRANGE.
MR. EDITOR: I want to inquire
for my kin people whom I left
between Springfield and Bolivar City,
Missouri. They belong to Capt.
Lemons. My father was Alfred Lemons;
mother, Charlotte; uncle, Bob;
brother, A. Lemons. My name was
Eveline Lemons. When I left I
was eight years old. I am now
Emeline Neal, and live in Marion
county, Texas. Address Rev. Geo.
W. Norris, Marshall, Texas.
MR. EDITOR: I want to inquire
for my people. My father's name is
Jack Silas and mother's Julian, my
oldest brother's Billie, Silas. Sisters
Francis and Cilvil Grace. I had
two uncles by the names of
Somerset and Leboy. Our owner's
name was Mack Ledell. I left
them in East Florida, Alachua
County, I was seventeen years old
when I left them. I came to Texas
with Mrs. Mary Doer. Address
me at Spring, Harris county, Texas,
in care of Rev. James R. Price.
Mr. Editor: I want to inquire for my nephew. His mother is named Kitty Brisco, and his name is Alfred Freer. The last time I heard from him he went to Shelby county, Texas. This was in the year that peace was declared. Address Hanson Brisco, care of Lucy Smith, Fairmount, Grant parish, La.
MR. EDITOR: I want to inqurie for my father and brother. My father's name is Louis Moore and my brother's name is Anderson Moore. My father was brought from South Carolina four or five years before the war; there was two men brought with them; Dick Polls and Berry. My mother's name is Harriet Collins. She was his wife Harriet Moore. My father was brought from Edgefield District, South Carolina, by a man named Jim Wilson; he was sold to Frank Collins. My name is Margaret Gair, wife of Rev. H. C. Gair.
Live Oak P. O., La.
MR. EDITOR: I was sold from
Adamstown, Frederick county,
Maryland, twenty-eight years ago,
and I have never heard from any
of my people since. Mother was
Betsey Hutchens; oldest brother
Philip Hutchens, and all of the
fingers of the right hand save the
thumb were burnt off. I had a
brother Nelson Hutchens. Their
owner was David Hutchens. If
any one knows of the whereabouts
of any of the above named persons,
they will greatly oblige by addressing
me at Kelso Station, Lincoln
county, Tennessee.
REBECCA HARDEN.
MR. EDITOR: I wish to ascertain the whereabouts of any or all of Prof. L. W. Minor's relatives or family. He died Nov. 5, 1880, at Hempstead, Texas, while acting principal of the Colored State Normal School, located at the above named place. His salary was $1200 per year. Some money business has fallen to me in consequence of his death, and I am desirous of consulting his friends in regard to the same. J. W. M. ABERNETHY.
Luling, Texas.
Mr. EDITOR: I wish to enquire
for brother McNolan who left me
in Henry Co, Virginia, in 1843.
He belonged to a Mr. B. Nolan.
Address Spencer White, Lafourche
Crossing, in care of Rev. F. T.
Chinn, Thibodeaux, La.
Mr. Editor: I wish to enquire for my brother Edmond, who belonged to Widow Fox, on Tallahatchie River, Tenn. Our father, Ben Morris, died near Bolivar, Tenn, in 1860. If my brother, or any of his children, will come to me, I think I can be a help to them as I now have no children. Address me at Richmond, Texas. B. F. Williams.
MR. EDITOR: I wish to enquire for my fellow servant Jordan Hays. I have not heard from him since 1868. My mother was Priscilla Hays, brother Sonny or Lewis Hays. They are still at Enterprise, Miss. Address me at State Line, Miss. ROBERT HAYS.
Mr. Editor: I wish to enquire for my wife's people. Her mother's name was Sarah Nichson. She used to live in Jasper county. I have not seen or heard from her for eight years. My wife's name used to be Hannah Summerlin; now it is Hannah Cooper. Address me at Parker, post office, Miss.
E. U. COOPER.
MR. EDITOR: I wish to find my
father Sam Harrice, I am the son
of Hettie Wrighting who belonged
to Billie Wrighting in Edenton,
North Carolina. I last saw him in
1860 when we were coming to Texas
with Stock Wrighting we shook
hands in New Orleans. I desire to k
now now whether father is living
or dead. Address me at Bryan,
Texas. SAM WRIGHTING.
MR. EDITOR: I wish to find my mother and father. Mother was named Melia. She belonged to Mr. James O'Neal, of the Parker's estate. The sheriff took Mr. O'Neal back to Bibb County, Georgia, and put him in the penitentiary and I was sold in Macon and brought to Texas, by a man by the name of John McGuire in 1861. Father's name was Peter. He belonged to Neil Hardeman. I left them in Bibb Co., Ga. I had two brothers, Rashens and Edmund. I had five sisters, Mary, Clarissa, Mary and Jane. My name is Sarah Williams. Address me in care Rev. Toby Ward, Huntsville, Tex.
Mr. EDITOR: I wish to find my two daughters Rose Land and Emily Land used to belong to Joshua Land who lived in Mississippi. I was separated from wife Maria Land. She was sold to a man by the name of John Nuson, who lived in Point Coupee parsh, near Morganza; and any information of the whereabouts of Rose Land and Emily Land will be gladly received. Address me at Clinton, La. Henry Land in care of Rev. Chas. Monroe
MR. EDITOR: I wish to have in formation of a lady who lived in New Orleans about five years ago. Her name is Alice Bernard; she has a nephew who is a member of my church named William Step-ney, who formerly lived in Annapolis, Maryland, but now lives in Philadelphia, Penn. Five years ago Alice Bernard lived on Dupre street between Dumaine and St. Ann streets; please inquire there for her. Address H. Jolly, 720 Third street, Philadelphia, Penn.
MR. EDITOR: I wish to inq[...] for my people. I left them in [missing] county, Mo., in 1862; I was [missing] years old. My mother's name Hannah Moore. She had four s[...] Joe Moore, Thomas Hamil[...] Henry Hamilton and Ne[...] Moore. My master was na[...] Geo. Moore. He sold us to a [...] named Joe Hart in 1864. Moore brought us to Texas [...] sold us to Joe Hart. My mo[...] died about the breaking out o[...] war. Any information wil[...] thankfully received. Address [missing]
NEVAN MOO[...]
Rosalie, Red River Co., Tex.
MR. EDITOR: I wish to inquire
for my father, Samuel Dodd, 1
have not seen him since 1829,he was
then in Nacogdoches, Tex., I have
heard that he was in Washington,
Texas. Address Hy Dodd, Ey-
lan, Texas.
MR. EDITOR: I wish to inquire
for my relatives. My father was
Andrew Thompson, and his wife
Frankie. She had a son Randall
when father married her. After
father married her she had fifteen
children, named as follows: Manuel,
Lucy, Lettie, Betsey, William,
Squire, Berry, Martha and Senel,
who had twelve fingers, the other
five children are dead. I left them
in South Carolina in 1830 or 1831.
I was carried to Fairfield, S. C.,
by young Mistress Caroline Thomson,
who married Mr. Meande.
The last time I heard from any of
them was just before the war.
Some were then in Tennessee, Willis
Thompson is here in West Point.
He was carried off at the same
time I was and by the same lady.
Sister Letty was also carried to
the same place. I left her in
Montgomery, Ala. Address me
care of Rev. J. F. Pratt, West
Point, Miss.
WILLIAMS THOMPSON.
MR. EDITOR: I wish to inquire
for H. C. Hamm. He was in the
State of Ohio in 1883-84. Ad-
dress A. Hamm, Holly Springs,
Miss.
MR. EDITOR: I wish to inquire
for my brother Ned Owens, who
left Texas about twenty five years
ago. His mother was Fanny, sister
was Julia. He was put in a
trader's yard in New Orleans and
sold by John Poindexter, 147
Baronne street, to some one from
Mississippi. I last heard from him in
Grant's army at the surrender of
Vicksburg. His master, Clark L
Owen, was captain of a company.
I will pay $100 to know where my
brother is. Our sister is in Louisiana.
We were raised by Usan
Provost. Address me at Texana,
Texas, box 28. MARTIN VINCENT.
MR. EDITOR: I wish to inquire
for my father and sister. I left
them 30 odd years ago in Pike
county, Miss. My father was named
John Williams; sister Jane when I
left her; I have learned since that
she was sold to one Wells. The last
time I heard from them they
were in Pike county, Miss., this
was in 1881. I hope all the preach-
ers [preachers] will read this all over the State
of Mississippi in the pulpits. Ad-
dress [Address] Amanda Adams, Eylan,
Texas.
MR. EDITOR: I wish to inquire
for my mother and father. I left
them when I was a boy about ten
or twelve years old. Mother was
Nancy, father Joe Foster, sister
Franky Foster. She was sent back
home and I was sold. I had a
brother who was sold before I was
named Ingeire Foster, and cousins
Frank and George Foster. I was
born in Richmond, Virginia. I do
not know what year. Mother had
seven or eight children. I am
about thirty-four years of age, and
have a wife and eight children.
My masters were Dick and William
Smith. They all lived in
Hanover county, Old Church, post
office. Address me at Waynesboro,
Miss. C. FOSTER.
MR. EDITOR: I wish to inquire
for my mother's brother and sister
She left them in Kentucky. Moth-
er's name was Lucinda Toltem, her
brothers were Ruben Grimes and
John Ray. She belonged to Alfred
Toltom. She has not heard from
them since 1865. She then heard
they had come to Texas. Mother's
sister was named Sophia. Address
Willis Mays, Nechanitz, Fayette
county, Texas.
MR. EDITOR: I wish to inquire
for my mother's people at Baton
Rouge, La., My mother live in
Baton Rouge before the war, but
left there when about 16. Her
name was Mandie, she had three
brothers and one sister, and her
husband was Jno. Faulkner and her
sister was Mary Faulkner. She was
Manda Faulkner, and was sold in
New Orleans, La., and taken to
Mississippi. If any of the family
are living please address her son,
F. J. Jennings, or her husband,
Fred Jennings, Kosciusko, Miss.,
or Rev. A. D. Geren, 359 First
street, New Orleans, La.
MR. EDITOR: I wish to inquire
for my mother, uncles and aunts.
My mother's name is Ellen Toliver,
and father's name is Valentine
Toliver. They are here with me.
Uncles' names are Orns and Jem,
Robert, and Jack; Aunts Winnie,
Mary, Betsy and Phillis, their
mother's name was Judy, and she
is dead. My mother was Sophia
Johnson, her husband was Peter
Johnson. They moved here with
us before the war. They are dead.
They belonged to James Gilmore,
who lived between Montgomery,
Ala., and Dallas. At one time we
belonged to Morgon Smith, and
lived near Handsville, Lawrence
county, Ala. After Morgan Smith's
death we were moved to Louisiana
by his heirs. Address W. N. Tol-
iver [Toliver], Sherveport, La.
Mr. Editor: I wish to inquire
for my mother, who was taken from
Davison County, in North Carolina, in
1838. Her name was Charity
Smith. She belonged to Major Geo.
Smith, and he sold her to a trader.
We learned the trader carried her
to Georgia and sold her to a Mr.
Fulwider. Her sister was Sarah
Ann; grandmother was Millie
Smith; aunt, Mary Smith; uncle,
Alex Smith. When mother was
sold from me I was only two years
old. After the death of old Major
Smith, all of these persons as property
fell to his daughter, Miss
Anna. She married John Smith,
and he brought us to Scott county,
Miss., twenty-six years ago.
Father is James Madison Moore.
Address me at Forest, Miss.
Madison Moore
MR. EDITOR: I wish to inquire
for my people whom I left in Mis
sississippi [Missississippi] in the year 1837. We
all belonged to and was raised by
the Caraways. There were four
brothers of the Caraways-John,
Thomas, Patrick, and Alexander
Caraway. There were four brothers
of us and two sisters. We all go
by the name of Rivers. My name
is William Rivers; brothers' names
are George, David and Sandy
Rivers. My sisters' names are
Betty and Harriet Rivers. Father's
name was Malcolm Rivers; mother's
name Satira Rivers. We had
three cousins; Annie, Daniel and
Washington. Cousin Annie's hus
band's [husband's] name was Lyons. We had
five uncles who lived in Nashville
and Clarksville, Tenn. They all
went by the name of Caraway,
to whom they belonged to. Uncles
Louis and Stewart bought their
freedom about the year, 1831. My-
self [Myself], brothers and sisters lived be
tween [between] Yazoo City and the Benton
place, called Poplar Bridge. I
don't remember the name of the
county. Brother George, Sister
Betsy, Cousin Washington and
myself came to Texas and left the
others at Poplar Ridge, Miss. I
have not heard anything from
them since I left. Bro George,
Cousin Washington and myself are
yet living in Texas Sister Betsy
is dead. I am living a lover and
member of the M. E. Church. Pas-
tors [Pastors] will please read this from their
pulpits. Address William Rivers,
Chambers county, Texas.
Mr. EDITOR: I wish to inquire
for my uncle, and aunt. They
belonged to Thomas Baxter, in Smith
County Texas., and my uncle
Major Baxter, I have not heard
from since the surrender. My aunt
was Lucy Baxter. They belonged
to the M. E. Church. Address me
at Mooresville, Fall Co, Texas.,
FRANK HAMILTON.
MR. EDITOR: I wish to inquire
for my uncle. He left here during
the war, to the army with his
young master, Harry Rhodes, and
his name was Dock Phenix. He
had a brother, Austin Phenix, and
Willis Foot, Lewis Foot, and his
mother's name was Patsy Foot.
He also had two sisters, Mary and
Rebecca Dervin. She was my
mother. At the time he left us I
was about four years old. My
name is Dick Dervin. I also de-
sire [desire] to inquire for my grandfather's
uncle, Andrew Foot, who was last
heard of in New Orleans. Ad-
dress [Address] me at Vox Populi, Texas.
R.D. DERVIN.
MR. EDITOR: I wish to inquire for a young man, Mills Hall. He was in St. Louis with me last winter. I do not know where his home is. He was a drummer. I am a member of the A.M.E. Church. I want him to go to school with me in Ohio. Address me at St. Louis, MO. MISS ANNA BROWN.
MR. EDITOR: I wish to inquire for Ben Milsap, the son of Nancy Milsap. The last I head from him he was at Baton Rouge, La. I wish the pastor of the church at Baton Rouge to read this to his congregation. Address, G. M. Bradford, care Rev. M. Cooper, Heidleburg, Miss.
[The right name of Bro. Bradford is not G. M., but J. J. Bradford.—ED.]
MR. EDITOR: I wish to inquire for my aunt. Her name was Louisa Polk. She sold her property at Algiers, La., about four years ago, and left for Houston, Texas. Aunt Louisa was a widow. She had three children, two girls and one boy. Address me at Houma, La., HESTER MOORE.
MR. EDITOR: I wish to inquire for my brother and sister, who were sold before I was born, in Mississippi, by D.D. McKenzie. He lived in Tennessee and had two sons John and Joe, and daughters Lucinda and Rebecca. They were sold in Memphis, at public sale. Our mother is living, but father has been dead nineteen years My brother was Lennies and sister Dinna McKenzie. Mother was Rutha, father Ephraim McKenzie We had a brother Jacob, sisters Caroline, Silvia, Triggis, Minnie and Maria. Maria was the baby when sold. D.D. McKenzie had a man named Hope, and a woman Betty. It was about 40 years ago when they were sold, and I would like to know if any are living. I heard one of my brothers was in Eastern Texas, but do not know it. Address me at Box 13, Moscow, Texas. WM. MCKENZIE.
MR. EDITOR: I wish to inquire for my brother, who was owned by Dr. David Broadnax, named Jas. Wm. Pinelton. He was sold in Powder Horn in 1856 or 1857 when we were leaving Louisville, Ky., for Texas. His mother, Maria, was then called Maria Broadnax and step-father Austin; brothers, Jacob, Joseph who was called Tody Young, and George. Address, Geo. H. E. Fields, Bellville, Texas.
MR. EDITOR: I wish to inquire for my children, whom I left before the war. There were eight. The boys were Ephraim, Andrew, Milas, Silas, James, Henry and George Washington. My name was Harriet Switzer. I belonged to George Switzer, near Newton, Lincoln county, N.C. Alex Boss, their father, died four years before the war. Ephraim belonged to George Switzer. Milas and Silas were twins, and belonged to the Widow Owen's estate in Charlotte. Andrew, James, Henry and Geo. Washington are dead. Mela, Ann, Margaret and Catherine belonged to Aylesmar. Address me, care of Rev. James Jordan, Mashulaville, Miss., where I am married and known as HARRIET HOLMAN.
MR. EDITOR: I wish to inquire for my daughter. Her name was Nelly Paine. She was sold by John Paine, and married to Jonas Clark. The last I heard, she was at Brenham, Texas. Her oldest child was Tommy. My name is
MARY PAINE.
Taylorville, Texas.
MR. EDITOR: I wish to inquire for my father, who belonged to Dr. Shelvia, and moved from Memphis, Tenn., to Livingston. I cannot recollect the year. Mother was Emeline Shelvia. One brother was George. Father was Claiborne Lanehart, and mine is Christeful Lanehart. Address me at Moscow, Texas, care of Rev. W. McKenzie.
MR. EDITOR: I wish to inquire for my father. His name is Archie Douglass. The last time I saw him he was on the Perkin plantation, near Baton Rouge, East Baton Rouge parish. Mother's name is Fanny Douglass. There were six sisters of us and one brother, the oldest one is Louvinia Henderson, next Cinte Douglass, Amelia Douglis, Virginia Douglass and Winia Douglass, before marriage. My name is Winia Spilliers. Brother's name was Eli Douglass. The last time I heard from my father he was in New Orleans, living near Greenville. Any information will be gladly received. Please address me in care of Rev. G. A. Payne, New St. Louis, La., Winia Spillier.
MR. EDITOR: I wish to inquire for my husband's kinfolks. He left them in Farville, Prince Edward county, Va., sometime before the war. His mother was named Amy, and belonged to a man named Chetle. She was the mother of five sons and five daughters. His sisters, Martha, Sarah, Lucy, Priscilla and Caroline; his brothers were named Henry, Nelson, Peter, Monroe and the baby boy whose name he does not know, was drowned in the spring. His step-father was named Anthony Allman. Address Mrs. Martha Harbert, Alleyton, Colorado county, Texas.
MR. EDITOR: I wish to inquire for my mother and father. We lived in Selma, Ala. I was taken from my mother when fifteen years old. We belonged to Fred. Vogland. Mother was Winnie Vogland; father Archie Magee; two sisters, Millie and Rebecca Vogland; three brothers, Henry, Horace and Alexander Vogland. My address is now at Indianola, Tex. FANNIE MITCHELL..
MR. EDITOR: I wish to inquire for my mother and six children. Oldest brother was Amos Lacey. I left him and sister Mary in Houston county, Texas. Mother had four children with her. George, Ellen, Robert and James. Mother was Jane Burtint. Brother Amos' wife had two sons by a previous marriage Harvey and Edmond. Brother Amos had three girls - Ann, Virginia and Catherine. They belonged to Bill Long, on Brazos river, one mile from Waco. Bill Barrett bought me from Bill Long in March, 1853. Last owner was George Merrit, father was Robin Lacy. Mother's second husband was George, and he was killed by the Indians while in the field plowing. She had a wen on her right eye. Address me at Resor Station, La., care of Jack Henderson. ELIZABETH HENDERSON.
Mr. Editor: I wish to inquire for my people. I have never seen them, but for the sake of my old grandmother, who wishes so much to hear from her children, I publish this. My grandmother's name is Mary Carson. Her oldest son was named Simon Moore. Her four daughters were, Matilda Garson, Charity Hill, Irene Dillard, and Mollie Carson. Last heard of Simon Moore was in Texas, in 1866. Last heard of Mollie she was near Black Hawk, Miss. Charity was in Lousianna, and Irene was in Vicksburg, Miss. Address J. W. Mabry, Shrock, Attalla county, Miss.
MR. EDITOR: I wish to inquire for my people. Oldest brother was Isaac. I came next and am named Harriet. I was sold in Clinton, Jones county, Georgia. Brothers were Luck, Austin, George and Sam. Sisters, Mary Ann, Lucinda and Caroline. James White bought me in Clinton, when I was about thirteen years old, and carried me to Elbert county. Mother was Fanny Wyche, father Jack Dunn. At the time I lived two miles from Blountsville. Master was Peter Wyche. Address me at Waelder, Texas. HARRIET WYCHE.
Mr. Editor: I wish to inquire for my relatives. They used to go to the Pusset Chapel M. E. Church on the Eastern Shore, in Worchester county, Md. They went the names of their owners. My father's was Benj. Purnell, and mother's was Bettie Purnell. My brothers, Elven and Jno. Purnell. Sisters' names were Rachel, Grace and Sarah Purnell. If any one knows of their whereabouts please inform me. Address Rev. Simon Evans, 55 Clinton street, New Orleans, La.
MR. EDITOR: I wish to inquire for my sister, Hannah Hughs, who left South Carolina about 1845, with James Hughs and his mother. When I last heard from her, she was in Mississippi, and married to Gilbert Gage.
PETER FAIR.
Lonoke, Ark.
MR. EDITOR: I wish to inquire for my sons, Henry Fisher and Thomas Benefield. Their mother was Dorcas, and they belonged to a Mr. Strickland, in Sabine parish, La., on the Negreet. Address, care Rev. D. Shelby, Allen, La. A. BENEFIELD.
MR. EDITOR: I wish to inquire for my wife's kin people who went to Mississippi in 1873, named Martha, Judy, Gerald, Sealy, Nancy, Jane and her three children, Lee, Bill, and John. They all went from Texas. She has two brothers and four sisters in Mississippi, named John and Lee Robinson, Emma Mary and Margaret. Wife's name is Sabbra. She was brought here by Miss Bard. Address me at Montgomery, Texas., GEORGE GALVESTON
MR. EDITOR: I wish to know of my mother. Her name was Mary Ann Edge. Father's name was Simon Hubbard, my name is Kissie Edge. My mother was sold to a Tom Pugh, who lived in Louisville, Ky. Brother was Chile Pugh, seven years old. Address me at Fairfield church, Shreveport, La. KISSIE EDGE.
MR. EDITOR: I wish to make inquiry for my mother. We were separated in Cambridge, Maryland, the year I do not remember. At that time we belonged to Dr. Everson, and I was sold to a trader named Wilson, and was brought to New Orleans, and from there to San Antonio. My name at that time was Amy Stanly, but when sold was changed to Emily Stanly. Mother was Ann Stanly, father, Jim Stanly, brother's was Sam and sister was Silvy Stanly. Mother came to see me soon after sister's death. My name now is EMILY JOSEPH. San Antonio, Texas.
MR. EDITOR: I wish to see if
my wife's relatives can be found.
Her name is Margaret Foster. She
belonged to George Kippert. Her
sisters were Flora and Suion.
Father's name was Apple Hardy
and his wife Lue; they were born
in Maryland, and they lived in
Wayne county, Miss. James Kippert
brought them to Mobile.
Address me at Frost's Bridge, Miss.
C. FOSTER.
MR. EDITOR: I would be glad to get information about my relatives. My mother's name was Gatcey Johnson, and father's was Jack Johnson. Mrs. Johnson's oldest son was Mathew Johnson. He was afflicted in one eye. J. J. Williams was the next. The oldest daughter was Sarah Jane Williams. The others were Sallie and Eliza. They used to belong to Samuel J. Flemming of Tallahasse, Fla. They were sold to Dr. Van of the same place. Their son and brother Matthew Williams is anxious to hear from them. He has important business to communicate. Address, Mathew Williams, Dalcour P. O., La.
MR. EDITOR: In glancing over the columns of your paper I find that you are very successful in finding lost relatives, so I thought I would get you to inquire for my mother's relations. Her name is Ann Elizabeth Garrison. She came from Winchester, Va., and belonged to a man by the name of Stewart Grant. He got broke and we were sold at auction. My brother John and I were sold together to a man by the name of George Harrison, and my mother and the other children were sold to a tinner by the name of Abram Nelton; her name was Eliza Wells before she married my father; his name was Paten Garrison. He belonged to a man by the name of Mr. Massie, and he left him and went to Canada. Then brother John and I were sold to George Kitchen, and he sold me to Mr. Castleman, who brought me to this country. Brother John was the oldest child, and I was next; the next one to me was Caroline, the next was Charlie; I don't remember the other children's name and how many. I was 10 years old when I left mother. I am her son, C. G. Dunham. Direct to me at 282 1/2 Washington street, between Baronne and Dryades streets, New Orleans, La.
Gonzales, Tex.
MR. EDITOR: Information is
desired of Eliza Jane Owens.
Mother's name was Rachel Gooden,
wife of Harris Hogans. Father's
was Israel Patterson. I was sold
by Wm. Owen to John Mearsal,
and was eighteen years old when I
left my mother at Nelson Hotel,
Columbia, Tennessee. She was
his cook. Address me care of
William Elam, Batesville, Miss.
ELIZA JANE ELAM
MR. EDITOR: Information is
wanted of my eldest son Charles
Daniel Gray. The next one was
Wm. Harrison Gray; the next Wesley
Gray. My daughter was
Lavinia and their father Charles Gray,
who used to belong to Billie Crigler.
I belonged to Dick Ricksy. I was
sold to William Browning before
the war. I left them at a place eight
miles from Culpepper Court House
out in the country. Address at
Brookhaven, Miss., care Rev: R.
Roberts. MATILDA GRAY.
MR. EDITOR: Looking on your paper as the only hope that I have of my whereabouts ever being found out, I wish to say that I was brought from Lexington, Missouri, to Jackson, Miss., by a Dr. Patton, in the year 1861, and I left in Missouri, my mother, father, grandmother and grand-father. Mother was Eliza and father Samuel, both called by the name of Page; grandfather, Abraham Bell. I was Annie Patton, but I am now known by the name of Annie Blackly. My husband is Edmond Blackly. Address me at Enterprise, Clark county, Miss., in care of Rev. Henry Cawthorne. ANNIE BLACKLY.
MR. EDITOR: Mr. Abraham Wil-
liams [Williams], better known as Abe Wil-
liams [Williams]. and his wife Hannah, wish
to inquire for their son, Wesley
Williams. They belonged to Colo-
nel [Colonel] Davison, who lived in St. Mary,
Sabine parish, La. When we last
heard from him he was on the Ateh-
afalaya [Atehafalaya], working on a plantation
When he left he was 25 miles down
the Mississippi river. A reward of
$10 will be given to any pastor, who
will find them. Address Rev. W.
R. Butler, Robin, La.
MR. EDITOR: Mrs. Charlotte
Aenry wants to find her mother,
whose name was Fannie Sales. The
inquire came with Mr. [indecipherable]as. Simp
son [Simpson] to Texas, when small and left
her mother in Arkansas. Old mas
ter [master] brought me to Texas to tend to
his baby. I have a sister and broth-
er [brother] in Arkansas, but I never hear
from them. I am told your paper
can find them. I will be glad if
you can, as I am just one alone; I
think of them and pray to God that
I may meet them in glory. They
are Charity, Judy, Nancy and Phil-
lip [Philip] Sales. Address Charlotte Hen-
ry [Henry], care Bev. Green Bragner,
Sdrings Hill, Texas.
[Write to Father Sales, in care
of Baptist Church, Cincinnati,
Ohio. He can probably help you
find your people––ED]
MR. EDITOR: Mrs. Lucinda
Smiley wishes to find her sister and
brother-in-law, Allen and [undecipherable]
Ellis. When last heard from they
were in Kansas City a year ago.
Address, P. H. Smiley, care of Rev.
W. B. Avery, Oswego, Kansas.
MR. EDITOR: My father's name was Dick Martin. He went to Canada from Louisiana about the year 1848 He belonged to Duncan Walker, on Bayon Lafourche. If any one who reads this knows him, please address
BAPTIST MARTIN.
First African Baptist Church, New Orleans.
MR. EDITOR: One of your readers told me that two sisters, Maudy and Sallie Moore, have been inquiring for their people through your paper, about two or three months ago, but they could not find the paper the inquiry was in. My name is George Moore. Please send me their addresses. Write to me at Pickens Station, Miss.
T. H. GREEN.
Mr. Editor: Please allow me to inquire for my people whom I left in Tennessee when I was four years old. My mother's name was Peggie Weir; she belonged to a man by the name of Jimmy Weir. She had seven children, two boys and five girls; Bob and Aaron. My oldest sister's name was Harriet; my name is Bettie; I am next to my oldest sister. There is Eliza next; one died. There were two younger: Sidney and Sarah Jane. They were left in Mississippi; at the death of old man Weir my mother fell to John Futhy and went to Mississippi where she died, and left Sidney and Sarah Jane. Harriet fell to Joe Weir, the old man's son. The last I heard of him he went to Florida but I don't know whether he carried sister Harriet or not. Bro. Bob fell to old man Jim Weir's son Jimmy's widow, Emeline Weir, he and sister Harriet were there together at the emancipation. Aaron fell to Sam Weir. He was sold, but I don't
know to whom. My sister Eliza fell to John Smith, a son-in-law of old man Weir, and came to Texas, stayed two or three years then went to Virginia. I heard from her until four years ago; since then I have not heard anything. Any information will be gladly received. Address BETTIE LEE,
Care Rev. S. M. Bolden.
Caldwell, Tex.
MR. EDITOR: Three bothers, one sister, and mother were sold from me twenty-six years ago, and I have never heard from them since. They were sold by John White, from his trader's yard in New Orleans. All were raised in De Soto county, Miss. Mother was Eliza Walton, the children were Oliver Walton, yellow, with one eye out. Sinthia, Henry, and Anderson Walton, dark. Address me at Clinton Miss, care Rev. E.G. Rankin. Wm WALTON
MR. EDITOR: We wish to inquire for our children and people. Ned Sutton and Lucy Peters, mother of Martha Peters, belonged to Polly Peters, in York district, S.C. Manda and Peters went off at the same time, with Brown Duncan. Jesse Greer was Manda's father, and her mother, Liberty Peters, belonged to Widow Polly Peters. Emeline Peters, a cousin of Manda and Lucy, a mother of Peggie Peters, Annie Peters, Lucy Peters and Watkins Peters moved to Tennessee, and carried Annie and Fannie Peters with him. I last heard from William, Sam Peters' son, whose father is dead. He said they were living in Nashville, Tennessee, in 1880, when they left South Carolina. We are now near Lauderdale, Kemper county, Miss. We were sold by Sutton to Louis M. Boyd, and took his name. Address at Lauderdale, Miss., NED BOYD, or LUCY BOYD,
MR. EDITOR: William Frago left this place in time of war. His mother belonged to Sewell Carr, and was then Aley Carr, but is now Aley Pruett. The boy left with Gen. Paine. His mother and sister, still living, would like to know where he is. WM. BRYANT, Gallatin, Tenn.
Mr. Editor:- I desire information of the following named relatives: My mother's named Maria, belonged to Perry Starks in Louisville, Ky.; my brother's named Zachariah Taylor; my sister named Dollie Ann - all belonged to Perry Starks. My sister Mary we left her in Virginia. I think she belonged to a Mr. Carter at the time. We parted in Charlottesville. We were sold there from the Eade's estate, as well as I can recollect. My sister Sarah she belonged to Terry Graves in Fayette, Mo. She and I went to Missouri together. In a short time after I was sold again; and to the present time I have been unable to learn anything from them or their whereabouts. I am the oldest boy, and was about three years of age at the time of our separation. I am about 35 years old now. I hope brother preachers will take an interest in my inquiry and help me find my relatives. Address. REV. J.J. TURNER. Abilene, Taylor Co., Texas, Lock Box 21. Feb. 19-6m
MR. EDITOR:- I desire to inquire for my sisters and brothers, named Annette, Rosette, Henriette, James, Florient, Melindy and Davie. They were sold by Tom Charleton, from Eaton, and carried to Savannah, Georgia. Address me at No. 186 St. Philip, between Marais and Treme streets, New Orleans. JEANETTE CHARLTON.
MR. EDITOR:-- I desire to inquire for my kin people whom I left in Alabama about the year 1868. Mother was Mary Lane--(she is dead). Three sisters, Martha and Hannah aud Sarah; two brothers, Charles and Moses. Their father was Isaac Lane, and all belonged to Dr. Mathew Lane. My father was Isaac Palmer; two uncles, Jim and Moses; two aunties, Betsey and Amey; three cousins, Phillis and Hannah and Primuss. Sister Martha and her father lived with the widow Stubbs, near Springhill, Marengo co. Her father's wife was Sophia. My aunt Rainey Bohanna brought me to Texas in 1868. I am the oldest of all my mother's children. Address me, care of Rev. Willis H. Jackson, San Felipe, Austin county, Texas.
NOAH WILLIAMS.
MR. EDITOR:-- My maiden name was Margaret Green, and I belonged to James L. Peak, when I was a child, and lived in Palmyra, Mo. My mother belonged to John Garner, who lived four miles from Palmyra, Mo. I can't say what direction. My step-father was named Harry Digs, and he was blind and lived at John Garner's. My father's name was Jackson Green, but he died in Kentucky. My sisters names are Eliza, Rendy and Clara Green. My half sisters are Julie Digs, who belonged to a Mr. Randolph, four miles of Palmyra; Fannie Digs belonged to a Mr. Holiday, and Dilcy Digs belonged to Jno. Garner. My brother, Jackson Green, belonged to Robt. Stewart in Palmyra, Mo., and Biscoe Green belonged to Hamilton Lowen. My mother's name was Sarah Digs. I was sold by Mr. James Peck to Wilson Vaughn, and he sold me to John Mackifel, and he sold me to Wm. Ousley, and I was brought to Mississippi. My name was Margaret Stringer, wife of John Stringer. My postoffice is Hazlehurst, Copiah county, Miss.
MR. EDITOR:--Father was Doray Bean; mother Viney; sisters, Emeline,Mathilda, Eliza and Harriet; brother were Bray, Pendleton, Bean, Bluefoot and Doray. Next to the youngest was Ella Bean, born on James Duster's place. Emeline, Harriet and I belonged to Joseph Ables, Mother and three brothers were sold to James Duster. He broke up in Cherokee county, and went away, I do not know where. Isaac Bean carried my sister Eliza over into Louisiana. I know where all are except the following; Father, first named Doray Bean, then Doray Collyer, last heard from going to Mexico; and brother Pendleton and sister Eliza. Address me a Mexia, Texas, care of Rev. A. Jackson.
MR. EDITOR:--I dersire to find my brothers Robert, Benjamin and Joe. I last saw them in Danton, Pilot Point county, Texas. Before the war we belonged to a Mr. Monday. I was called Maria Monday, but have married since and changed to Maria Taylor. We were born in Alabama, and only three of us came to Texas. I belonged to Gage. She was deaf, and Miss Gage, C. Nelis and I went to Wise county, Texas. Address me at Pleasanton, Texas, care Rev. D. Edmonds. MARIA TAYLOR.
MR. EDITOR:--I desire informa-
tion [information] of my relatives, and also of my
wife's relatives. My mother's name
was Susan Dickison. When I last
saw her she went by her husband's
name, as she was set free. The
children were scattered very much.
My sister belonged to Currage
Baker, her name was Jane Baker,
her husband's name was John Cantle.
My sister lived in Sumpter county,
Tenn. In fact all my people lived
in the same county. My brothers
both belonged to Cantle, the last
heard of. My brothers were Robert
and Allen Cantle. We were raised
by James Baker, after his death we
were divided out. I went to Levi
Baker his brother, my name was
Dave Baker at that time. My
wife's people all belonged to Levi
Baker, the same man that I did,
her mother's name was Ardray
Baker. She had seven children,
three girls and four boys. One
of the girls was Amanda
Baker, the next girl's name is for-
gotten [forgotten]. The boy's names are Asa,
Robert, Moses and Mitchell Baker.
My wife's name was Sallie Baker.
We now go by the name of Stew-
art [Stewart]. Levi Baker gave me and my
family to his daughter, after she
was married to John Stewart, and
he went to East Tennessee, then
to Virginia and from Virginia to
Texas. Address me at Cook's Point,
Burleston Co., Texas.
DAVE STEWART.
MR. EDITOR:--I desire to inquire
for my grandmother and children.
We belonged to Mrs. Peggy Achili.
She lived in South Carolina, Wins-
borough [Winsborough] county; my mother died
there when I was three weeks old.
Mrs. Achilli moved us to Missis-
sippi [Mississippi], and stopped in Yallabusha
county. I was there until I was 12
years old. After this we were car-
ried [carried] to Greenwood, there to the
trading yard and sold at a sheriff
sale. We were bought by Ben
Walters, who lived in this city; he
gave me to his daughter, Mary
Simmons, and she brought me to
Texas. My grandmother's name
was Lucy Walter; her children,
Rachel, Cherry and Sam Walter;
my father was Jack Walter; my
mother was Mary Achilli. Since I
have been free I took the name of
Ed. Kneeright. Address Ed. Knee-
right [Kneeright], at La Grange, Fayette co.,
Texas, in the care of M. Smith,
pastor.
MR. EDITOR:--I desire to inquire for my mother. Her name is Ellen Modley. I left her in Harrison county, Texas, living with a man by the name of Bill Peternay; I left her the year the war broke out and went to Alabama, Green co., with Williamson Glover. I have not seen any children since three weeks before surrender; they were Tom and Scott, they were twins, they went by the name of Williamson, the name of the man that was guardian, for my owner then was Lawyer Woodson, he attended to all the business. I had a brother by the name of Jack, and sister Bethsiner and sister Georgiana Vinger. My name was Mary Glover; now I go by the name of Ann Williams. Write me at Forest, Miss., in care of Rev. J.J. Garrett.
MR. EDITOR:--I desire to inquire for my mother. Her name was Jane Banks. I was sold from my mother in Tennessee in 1861, the year the war started. My name was Ellen Woods then. My name is now Ellen Gibson, the man that sold me was named Archie Cocks, and I also had a brother by the name of William Banks. Address me at Shreveport, La., in care of St. James Church, J.W. Hilton, pastor.
MR. EDITOR:--I desire to inquire for my mother. I was sent from Camden, Ark., in 1854 or '55, by John Medlock, to a trade yard in New Orleans. Mother's name was Lucinda; sister's, Rachel and Delly. Mother had a boy after I left; I think his name was Nathan We belonged to John Ingram, near Camden. Address me at Matagorda, Texas. ELIZA BALDRIDGE.
MR. EDITOR:--I desire to inquire for my people. I was separated from them when I was a small child. I left them in Montgomery county, Ala. I came to Texas with Sam Woodward; and when dividing out the property among the children, my youngest sister and I came to Texas. My mother named Meally, father was James Woodward, my oldest brother was Adam, one was Jim, another was Jessie, Jennie, Eliza and Maria. My sister Jennie is in Texas with me, and my name is Candis. They all belonged to Austin and Dave Woodward, and moved from there to Mississippi. Direct letters to me in care of Trinity M.E. Church, Houston, Texas. CANDIS BENTLEY.
MR. EDITOR:--I desire to inquire for my two brothers, Haywood and John. It has been about 38 years since I saw them. They went by the name of Surrell. I left them in Tuscaloosa, Ala. At Wm. Surrell's sales Hardy Clinmons bought John, and Bob Crawford bought Haywood. Address me at Plantersville, Texas. BRUNSON SURRELL.
MR. EDITOR:--I desire to inquire for my two sons whom I left in Mississippi before the war. The oldest, Jack, named after me, belonged in the Widow Escott's family, three miles from Grand Gulf. His mother was Sarah, grandfather Peter, grandmother Rose. The youngest was Solomon; his mother Clarissa died when he was small. He belonged in the Elias Bridges family, three miles from Port Gibson, Claiborne county. As I was taken from there before the war, I am very anxious to hear from them. They were small and I do not know whether they know my name. Address, No. 9 Soraparn Street, New Orleans. JACK RHODES.
MR. EDITOR:--I desire to know the address of John, Diana and Jerry Yates, whose father I am. Left them at Fair Bluff town, Columbus county, N.C. It has been 10 years since I left North Carolina for Robinson county, and thence to Middleton, Miss., in the charge of Eli Stevens. My sons were both picking up brush with old Anthony Gowens the day I left. Their mother, Fanny, died in 1861. I am now old, weak and blind; wish to hear from my children before I die. Address me at JEREMIAH YATES. Gonzales, Tex.
MR. EDITOR:--I want to enquire after my people. We belonged to Thos. Cawthorne, in Richmond, Va. My mother's name was Dinah, my brothers were Robert, John, Henry, and William. I was sold to a speculator by the name of Erskine. Will you please make inquiry for me through your paper. My name is Mrs. Susan Biggs, and tell them to direct their letters in that name to Ripley, Miss. Ripley, Miss., February 10, 1883.
MR. EDITOR:--I was formerly
of Monticello, South Carolina,
and am now living at Hearne, Robison
co., Texas, and want to hear from
relatives, who, when last heard
from where in Florida. My father's
name was Amos, and my mother's
Fannie, and they belonged, when I
was a boy, to Betsy Boyd, as did
also my brothers Cupid and Sam,
and my sister Eliza. I had other
brothers and sisters as follows, viz:
Anderson, Amos, Jerry, Nelson,
Sabra and Sislie. Colonel George
Lightener, who married Celia Boyd,
moved to Florida, taking with him
my father and mother and four of
the children.
RALPH LIGHTNER.
MR. EDITOR:--I wish informa-
tion [information] of my brother Philip Terrell.
I belonged to Anthony Tinder's
estate, and brother went away with
his young master, John Cushing
Berry, to Texas. I wish to hear
also of George Terrell, who belong-
ed [belonged] to Mr. Lemond Davis. They
were sold at Orange Courthouse,
Virginia, when small boys. Father
was Phillip, and mother Ann
Terrell. Mrs. MARY SPRADLEY
\Cheneyville, La.
MR. EDITOR:--I wish to ascer-
tain [ascertain] through the columns of your
paper, if possible, the whereaboets
of my mother, whom I have not
seen or heard of for thirty-two
years, and who was transferred
from Henry Winegar to Nevill,
with two children, of dark
complexion. Her first name being
Elizabeth Bulinger.
HANNAH WINEGAR.
Fredericktown, Mo.
Mr. Editor:--I wish to hear from my friends Thomas Molton and Renty Molton. I left them in Montgomery, Alabama, and have never heard of them since. MOSES LEFLORE. Oak Forest, Ark.
MR. EDITOR:--I wish to hear of
my son and daughter, Mary and
Dockey Lane. I have not heard of
them since one year before the war;
at that time Dockey was nine years
and Mary 8 years of age. When I
last heard from them they were in
Brazos City, Texas. Their young
mistress was Loota Laines, 12 years
of age. Address their mother, care
of Rev. G.W. Baber, Locksburg,
Ark. RACHEL PLAGE.
MR. EDITOR:--I wish to inquire
for George Gill, Henry Combs.
Mother was Millery. We belonged
to Daniel James in Alexandria. I
was brought to Texas. Address
letter to Milam, Sabine county,
Texas. JEFF. DAVIS.
MR. EDITOR:--I wish to inquire
for my brother John Altheus Rich-
ardson [Richardson]. Mother's name is Charlotte
Williams. During the war we lived
at Terrebonne Station; mother
kept a boarding-house there for
soldiers. The last I heard of bro-
ther [brother] he was at Boutte Station, St
Charles parish, La. Any informa-
tion [information] as to his whereabouts will be
thankfully received. Address, Mrs.
Lou Lang, Houma, La.
MR. EDITOR:--I wish to inquire
for my children. Balim was the
oldest, Winnie the youngest; Annie
came to Texas and is dead; Balim
was sold to Gilbert Shivers in Simp-
son co., Miss., on Silver Creek. I
was sold to his cousin Henry Barry
and was brought to Texas by James
Oatman. My name when I left
there was Polly Shivers. I have
not heard or seen them since the
war. Address me at Houston,
Texas, care of Rev. R. R. Roberts.
MRS. POLLY MCCRAY.
MR. EDITOR:--I wish to inquire
for my kin people, sister and broth-
er [brother]. Sisters was Sallie Flucher
and brother was Sam Fluch-
er [Flucher]. We belonged to Tom Or-
gan [Organ], of Adams county, Mis-
sissippi [Mississippi]. Mr. Organ carried sister
Sallie to Nashville, Tenn., where he
made his new home. I left them
in Adams county. Bro. Sam be-
longed [belonged] to Mr. Alex Farr. Isom
Griffin sold me to Dr. Charles Hes
ter [Hester], and Hester brought me to Tex
as [Texas]. Address me at Patterson
Station, Texas, care of Rev. W.H.
Jackson. PETER HILL.
February 1st, 1883.
MR. EDITOR:--I wish to inquire
for my kin people. The last heard
from they were in Jackson county,
Georgia. Owner was John Pen-
dergras [Pendergras]. He had a son, Fletcher,
and a daughter, Salina. My mo-
ther [mother] was Harriet; sisters were
Mollie, Jane and Manda. There
were three children of us. I was
brought to this State by John
Glover. Address me Lockesburgh,
Ark., care of Rev. G. W. Baber.
HESTER ANN PENDERGRASS.
MR. EDITOR:--I wish to inquire
for my people. My mother's name
was Fanny Rothvill. My sisters
were named Margaret, Lucy,
Louise and Jane; brothers two--
John Williams and Jacob; two un-
cles [uncles], John Rothvill and Nat Roth-
vill [Rothvill]; grandmother, Caroline Roth-
vill [Rothvill]. James Marshall, Hannah
Marshall and Saria King used to
belong to Duncan King. Diley
Marshall, the wife of Nat Rothvill,
used to belong to me on Cape Fear
River. I was sold before the war
from Rothvill, North Carolina.
MR. EDITOR:--I wish to inquire about my father, sister and brother. I have not heard from them in 25 years. Sister Eliza was sold by Aleck Brown, in Louisiana; brother Pendleton was carried to New Orleans by Jim Just. Father was Land Callery, and was carried out of the State. We were separated from father in eastern Texas. Mother was called Minnie Callery, Oldest sister was Emeline, next Eliza, next Harriet, next Sarah Jane, Dora and Elsie; brothers were Pendleton and Bluford. We were living in Limeston county, Texas, except those inquired for. Address me in Mexia. SARA JANE FARRIS.
MR. EDITOR:--I wish to inquire for my brother, who left us in Eutaw, Ala., in 1865, and has not been seen since. Owner's name was Mrs. J.H. Copp. His name was then Jack Copp; mother and father, Eliza and Julius Copp. After freedom we took father's name Hobson. We are all alive except Lemuel. Let this be read from all pulpits where the SOUTHWESTERN goes. God bless the paper; I know of friends it has found. Address at Meridian, Miss. M.A. HOBSON.
MR. EDITOR:--I wish to inquire for my father and aunt. Father was Bob Bannett, aunt was Dinah. He belonged to James Bannett in Norta Carolina, and was carried to Mississippi by a speculator Thos. Woods. Aunt Dinah belonged to Vinson Brown, and I left her with him in North Carolina. I came out of the old Larkin Brooks family. I belonged to Larkin Brooks' daughter Fanny, who married a Mr. Burton, who brought me to Texas. Then he changed his name to Haliburton. Now my name is Betty Allen, wife of George Allen. I belong to the Methodist Episcopal Church. Address me Waelder, Gonzales county, Texas.
MR. EDITOR:--I wish to inquire for my kin people whom I left in North Carolina when I was quite small. I was only eight years old. Owner was Brimlett. He had sons, John and William, and a daughter Miss Sallie. My mother was Pinkie Brimlett, and there were Alice and Paul Brimmlette. I lived in Halifax county. JERRY WALKER, Mashulaville, Miss.
MR. EDITOR:--I wish to inquire for my mother and father. Mother was Aggie Harris, and father was Billy Broadneck. I left them in Rockingham county, N.C. When I left mother belonged to Billy Harris and father to Dr. Broadneck. My younger master carried me to Blountsville, East Tennessee, when I was twelve years old. His name was John Harris. He took with me two brothers, Isaac and David. He sold me at Blountsville, and kept my brothers. There were nine of us children, and the others remained in North Carolina. I never heard of them any more. The oldest were Aban and Billy. Sister was Renie. Aggie was the baby when I left. Address me at Centreville, Tenn., in care of Mr. W. B. Bruce. NATHAN CHRISTMAN.
MR. EDITOR:--I wish to inquire for my mother. She first belonged to Parson Crawford, and he sold her to a man by name of Kwemp. When my mother belonged to Mr. Crawford she lived in Clark County, MIss., near Enterprise. She had two daughters; one named Viney, the other one Ann. The last time I saw her she came back to see us at Parson Crawford, in Clark County. My name then was Ann Crawford; my name now is Ann McNeare. Please inquire for my sister Viney. When my mother was sold I was only 7 years old. The last time I heard from my sister she was in Vicksburg. Address Ann McNeare, Ocean Springs, Miss.
MR. EDITOR:--I wish to inquire for my people, whom I left in Alabama, on the Warsaw river. Oldest brother was Isaac; mother was Passion, and belonged to Loviet Hinds; sister was Martha Hinds, and her husband Joe Hinds. Isaac's wife was Lucy, and he had a son named Silas. I last saw him in Greene county, Alabama. A half-brother, Reuben, belonged to John Wadkin. I belonged to Wm. Bolden; and he came to Texas, died, and his widow married Jimmie and I belonged to Johnson until emancipation. Address me at Iola, Texas, care of R.J. Campbell. SILAS JOHNSON.
MR. EDITOR:--I wish to inquire for my people. I left them in Mississippi. We were parted in 1849, as near as I can remember, in Smith county. Father was a preacher. I had two sisters; the oldest was Harriet, next Kittie. They were taken to Jackson by John Currie to his brother David Currie. My sisters Martha and Anna Jane were taken by Miss Elizabeth Currie. Sister Mary and I belonged to John Currie. We were brought to Texas. Sister Mary was brought by Manning and I by John Currie. Address me at Bedias, Texas. LEVEN CURRIE.
MR. EDITOR:--I wish to know
the whereabouts of my three chil-
dren and a sister-in-law. The old-
est sister was Charity Louis, the
next Amy, and the other Presia.
Sister-in-law was Anna Lighter.
The father of these three sisters
was Sam Clifford. They were taken
from Clayton, Barbour county,
Alabama, by their master Harrison
Louis, and I think to Arkansas. I
was a small boy then and don't
know what year, nor how long ago.
Neither of the three were grown;
mother was Leana Louis. I have
never heard from them since. They
were taken to Arkansas in com-
pany with aunts and other kindred.
Sister-in-law, whose husband was
James Samson, was taken from
Clayton, Ala., to Texas in 1876.
Father and mother were Robert and
Harriet Lighter, who moved with
me to Arkansas, in 1876. Address
me at Wrightsville, Ark.
JOHN DETACH LOUIS.
MR. EDITOR:--My mother July
Henry lived in Hamilton county,
Tennessee, not Texas, as printed
May 3. J. T. HENRY.
Dayton, Tenn.
WEIMER, TEXAS, 1883.
MR. EDITOR:--Peter, of Edmond Hatch's family, of Grenada, Miss.,would like to hear from his mother Hannah, if living. She was the mother of Peter, Bob and Sandy, all with same family. Supposed to be in Texas at present. Address, at 250 Fourth street, New Orleans.
PETER STEPHENS.
MR. EDITOR:— I desire to hear from my son. His name was Tony Jones. I have not seen him since the war. He lived with Thomas Jones. His mother was Julia Jones. Address me, care of P. P. Brooks, Shelbyville, Texas.
MR. EDITOR:— I wish to inquire for my father. He lived with Widow Watkin, Iberville parish, La., before the war. His name was Joshua Watkin. He removed, I heard, to the parish of East Feliciana, La. I am his daughter.
Address, SARAH BRUNSON,
Plaquemine, La., on Desobre Piace.
MR. EDITOR:— I wish to inquire for my sister. Her name is Liza Johnson, her father's name was John Johnson, and her mother Maria Johnson; her oldest brother was Abron Cohe; her oldest sister was Luvenia Waters. Her brothers were Daniel Webster and John Johnson the youngest child. Her oldest sister, Lucinda Waters- Pricilla Shepherd, Maria Frances Johnson, Luvenia Dizon and William Johnson. We lived in Jackson before the war; we belonged to a man named Aleck Verden. We are living in the city of Jackson, Miss. Since we moved to Vicksburg. We were living on the Jackson road. When she left us she went with a white woman to Paducah, Ky. I am married and belong to the M. E. Church. If any one knows of her whereabouts please write to her sister,
WILLIAM SLAUGHTER,
Care C. Ketter, 302 Openwood street, Vicksburg, Miss.
MR. EDITOR:—I wish to find my mother's three brothers, Bob, Joshua and Mizca McRae; they were left in South Carolina and belonged to Dick House. Their father was Joshua Singleton. Address R. H. Singleton, Trim Cane, Miss.
MR. EDITOR:—I wish to inquire about my people. My mother was Charlotte Glaze. My name is Benny Glaze; her and I were sold to a Christian preacher named James Collinsworth. He carried us to Morgan Co , Ala., and thence
to Middle, Tenn. My two brothers are named Rufus Glaze and Lewis Glaze. Our father went by the name of O'Neal. My sister's name is Viny Woolridge; she first belonged to Ed. Bray. He sold her to a man named Woolridge. She has two brothers named Simon Bills and Jeff Bills. They use to belong to John H. Bills. Address
MARTHA BILLS,
Paris, Tex.
MR. EDITOR:—I wish to inquire for my brothers and sister, I left in Virginia near Cumberland Court House. My brother's were named John Richards and Somerset Green. My sister's name was Lucy Belmo. We all belonged to a lawyer Matthews near Cumberland Court House. He had three sons. William, Thomas and George Matthews, and two daughters, Kate and Sarah Matthews. My mother's name was Sucky Greene, my father's Somerset Greene, and my name at that time was Martha Ann Greene. A cousin of mine and myself was sold at the same time; different men bought us; his name was Richard Nelson. I have not seen nor heard of him since. Any information will be thankfully received. Address Ann Murphy,
90 Dublin street, New Orleans,
La.
MR. EDITOR:—I wish to inquire for my people. Father's name was Thomas Blakewell. My uncle's name was Stephen Blackwell. Joe Blackwell and Peter Blackwell left Nashville to go to Illinois. They all left me in Nashville, Tenn., about 1861. Any information will be thankfully received. Address
Jones Blackwell, Roseneath, Miss., Yazoo Co.
MR. EDITOR:—I wish to inquire for my relations. I left them in Charleston, South Carolina, about five years before the war, and was brought to Texas by a speculator James McClevy. My brother was Clarissa Deviger, sisters Lavinia and Mariah Wellington, brother Miinky Eugelby. Brother was carried to New Orleans and sold. Address me at Pittsville, Texas, care Rev. A. C. Culbreath.
SARAH HUNT.
MR. EDITOR:—I wish to inquire for my sisters and one brother. We lived in Clarke county, Alabama. My sisters named Rebecca Johnson, Priscilla Johnson. Brother named Jesse Johnson. My name at that time Ben Johnson after my father. My mother name was Esther and she had seven children, four girls and three boys. Four of us were sold in Louisiana by Lorenzo James. Address me at Jeannerette, La., in care of H. C. Bose.
S. JOHNSON.
MR. EDITOR:—I wish to inquire through your paper for my relatives. My mother's name is Eliza Cook. The last time I heard of her she was at Ocean Springs, Miss. She had a daughter by the name of Josephine Finch. She at the time was living with her at Ocean Springs, Miss. There were three of us boys; Ujean Harris, Wm. Thompson and Alexander Cook. Wm. Thompson, my brother I left in Meridian, Miss. I had one letter from him in 1881, he was in Verona, Miss., then. Ujean Harris, my brother I saw him last at Utah,
Ala., he left there, so I learned, and went to South Carolina. Any friend who knows of any of their whereabouts I would gladly receive the same. Alexander Cook, Union City, Tenn.
MR. EDITOR:—I wont to inquire for my people, from whom I was taken when quite young. We lived in South Carolina, near Greeneville. I was so young I can't remember anything about it, but I am going by what was told me. Mother was Kate, and belonged to Mr. Oliver Barrett. He moved away and turned her over to Mr. Haseclaw. I had three brothers: Joe, Johnnie and Chester. There were six sisters of us: Hannah, Duck, Silvery and Mint. Our master brought myself and an older sister named Harriet, to Texas. The last I heard of her, she was at Kimbbeville. My name used to be Alice Walker. I have since married, and my name is now Alice Bell. Address me in care of Rev. T. Bell, Ross, Texas.
MR. EDITOR:—My mother July Henry lived in Hamilton county, Tennessee, not Texas, as printed May 3.
J. T. HENRY
Dayton, Tenn.
WEIMER, Texas, 1883.
MR. EDITOR–I wish to inquire
for my father, Scipio Moore. Mother
was Rachel Young, and belonged
to Wade Young. She had four
children, three boys and one girl.
Brothers and mother died in slave
time, the baby during the war. I
was near two years old. When
father was taken to Huntsville,
Ala., I was three days old, and I
have never seen him in my life. I
was born three miles east of West
Point, Miss., June 15, 1854. Ad-
dress [Address] me at Meridian, Miss.
S. YOUNG.
MR. EDITOR––Allow me to in-
quire [inquire] for a relative of mine, it is my
child; she was sold from me when
about 10 years old. We were form-
erly [formerly] servants of Elizabeth Hoflers.
Her name was Sarah Francis
Brown. My name at that time was
Eliza Fry. She was carried South
by a man named McGill, and was
sold to a man in Haywood named
Harvey Curry; this was about 8 or
9 years before the rebellion. I had
strict account that she was there
up to that time. I have been seek-
ing [seeking] for her ever since we have been
free. We both resided in the city
of Louisville, Ky., in which I still
remain. She is my only child. My
name at present is Eliza Gedding,
residence 1536 Kentucky street, be-
tween [between] 15th and 16th streets, Louis-
ville [Louisville], Ky.
MR. EDITOR––I desire to in-
quire [inquire] for my brother, Willis
Brooks. He moved to Elmore coun-
ty [county], Ala. He married a daughter of
Eliza Mitchel; and also Emma
Brooks, who was living at Center
Point, Ark. My mother was to go
there last Spring. I don't know
whether she went or not. William
Gracen married Amanda Mitchel.
When I last heard from them, they
were in Coosa county, Ala. Address
me at Farmington, Marshall county,
Tenn. ELLEN STEPHENSON.
MR. EDITOR––I desire to inquire
for my relatives. My mother left
all her relatives in Kentukcy. Her
father and mother were Bennet and
Deliley Johnson; her brothers were
Rolling, Elisha, Westley and Bob
Johnson, and also a brother named
Smith Bolett, by father; her aunts
were Betty and Sally; she left them
all in Cloverport, Ky. They all
belonged to Zeak Fisher, brother
of Clayton Fisher. My mother was
named, at that time, Sally Johnson;
she left her son in Elizabethtown,
Ky., ssven miles from Harding
county; before peace was declared
his name was Henry Clay Brown;
she used to belong to Thos. Brown,
brother of Elisha Brown, and her
name was at that time Sally Brown,
but is now Sarah Forrest. My
father, Hardy Forrest, now de-
ceased [deceased], left his relatives on Stan-
ley's Creek [Stanley’s Creek], Gaston county, North
Carolina. His parents were Sam-
uel [Samuel] and Lucy Forrest; brothers,
Moses, Orange, Jerry and Wart
Forrest and a sister named Mar
garet [Margaret] Forrest. My guardians, Geo.
and Sally Hunter, left the city about
fifteen years ago, and said they
were going to Norfolk, Va., but I
never heard from them. I am
anxious to hear from all my rela-
tives [relatives]. Ministers in Kentucky,
North Carolina and Virginia will
please read this from their pulpits.
Any information will be thankful-
ly [thankfully] received. Address, Chestnut,
near Valence street, New Orleans,
La. BENNET FORREST.
MR. EDITOR––I desire to inquire
for my relatives: father, mother,
sisters and brothers. I was quite
young, about 8 years of age. I
think we lived in Maryland. Fath-
er's [Father’s] name was Wm. Golder, and
mother's Clarissa. We lived near a
town called Marion. Father was
born free, his occupation was run-
ning [running] on a boat. Mother and child-
ren [children] belonged to a widow lady by
the name of Kate Words or Woods,
who sold us to a Negro trader who
took us to Washington City and
and sold us to a man by the name
of Harrison Davis; father was not
at home at the time; however, when
he heard we were sold he pursued
and bought mother and four child-
ren [children], James, Calvin, Marcellus,
Eliza Ann and Mary the baby; the
rest of us were brought to Rich-
mond [Richmond], Va., and sold, William,
Peter, Daro, Wesley, Sam and sis-
ter [sister] Diana. My name was Emily
Golder; I now go by the name of
Emily Wills. If any one knows
the whereabouts of the above
named, please address me at
Aquilla, Hill county, Texas.
MR. EDITOR––I desire to inquire
for one of my friends, Gilfield Gray.
He left here July 6, 1881, and went
with me to Cairo, Illinois. The last
I saw of him he was standing on
the bank of the Illinois river, Aug
5, 1881. Address me at Meridian,
Miss. MISS L. H. HOPKINS.
MR. EDITOR––I should like to
loarn the address of the following
named persons: Lilly Cooper, Ade-
line [Adeline] Paterson and Diana Patterson,
three sisters, and their brother,
Wesley Patterson. They were born
in Clark county, Miss., near Shu-
buta [Shubuta]. My brother was named
Henry House, and his wife was
named Risar House; she was the
mother of these children. Address
any information to Dock Hobbes,
Nechesville, Texas.
MR. EDITOR––I wish to find my
brother. I left him in Mississippi.
His name is Jeff. Brower, and I
understand that he belongs to the
M. E. Church. There were three
children of us, two sisters add one
brother. My sister is Chaney Hale.
If there is a brother of that
name I would like to know. Write
me at St. James Church, Houston,
Texas, in care of Peter Butler.
BETSEY WILLIAMSON.
MR. EDITOR––I wish to find my
people. I left them in Washing-
ton county [Washington county], Virginia, on the Salt
Works road, twelve miles from
Aviton. My mother was named
Lovey Goods. I had a sister named
Silva, and two brothers, Daniel
and Anderson Goods. I have not
heard from them since 1840. Please
address any information of them to
F. J. Yeargin, Petersburg, Lincoln
county, Tenn.
MR. EDITOR––I wish to find my
relatives whom I left in Texas,
Grimes county, 20 years ago. They
were George, Handy and Sanders
Bennett, Fortune Francis, Mimo
Francis. I belonged to Pent As-
kew [Askew]. Address me at Washington,
La. AUNTIE BENNETT.
MR. EDITOR––I wish to find my
sister Francis. We all belonged
to the Austins, at Chillicote, Mis-
souri [Missouri]. My mother was Cloa, she
came to her death by hanging her-
self [herself]. There were three children of
us, brother Amos, sister Francis
and myself, Caroline. Sister Fran-
cis [Francis] was sold about 26 or 27 years
ago to a speculator by the name of
Bess. She had one child when
sold. She was a bright mulatto. I
was sold to the same speculator a
short time after she was and
brought South. Address me at
Muskogee, Indian Territory, box
156. CAROLINE HOLLOWAY.
MR. EDITOR––I wish to find my
son. His name is Malekiah Parr,
or Malekiah Hymon; he goes by
both of these names. I have not
heard from him for about six years;
he is living in some part of Louis-
iana [Louisiana], but I do not remember the
place; the last time I heard from
him he said it was six hours ride by
rail from where he lived to New Or-
leans [Orleans]. He is bright, and his face
is very much disfiguered by small-
pox [smallpox] marks; he has ridges on his
face from scratching while suffer-
ing [suffering] with that disease. He is mar-
ried [married], and had a little boy which he
named Ely Hymon after his father.
Any information of him will be
gladly received by his mother,
Emma Griffis; address me at Clark
Chapel M. E. Church, Nashville,
Tenn.
MR. EDITOR––I wish to hear
from Minnie Lewis, who lived in
Danville, Kentucy. Her native
home was Lexington. She be-
longed [belonged] in Danville, to Joseph Hud-
son [Hudson]. She had a son, Henry, and
daughters Emeline and Lucinda.
Henry, belonged to Wm. Hudson;
Emeline, to Julia Hudson; Lucinda,
was taken to Cincinnati, by John
Hudson, until she became of age.
Joseph Henry, took charge of all,
and he lived in Lexington, on
Main street, opposite the court-
house [courthouse]. He kept a large wholesale
store. Thomas Lewis belonged to
John McDover. When Minnie left
Emeline, her daughter had two
children, one pulling at her dress,
and the other at the breast. John
Hudson was a Presbyterian minis-
ter [minister] when he left Lexington, Ken-
tucky [Kentucky]. Address me at New Or-
leans [New Orleans]. EMELINE WREN.
MR. EDITOR––I wish to inquire
about my old mother. I have not
heard from her in 36 years; her
name was Harriet Winn; her moth-
er's [mother’s] name was Lucy Winn. The
last I knew of her I belonged to
Minor Winn, and she was sold, I
do not know to whom. Any in-
formation [information] will be thankfully re-
ueived [reueived]. Address me at Galveston,
Texas. FRANCIS EVELINA WINN.
MR. EDITOR––I wish to inquire
for my brother and sister; my
father's name was Moses Taylor;
my mother's name was Eliza Taylor.
We were born in Prince George
county, Maryland. Father and
mother left us these––four boys
and one girl––and went off I don't
know where. My brothers' names
are Reverda Taylor, Noble Taylor
and William Taylor; my name is
Edward Taylor and my sister's
name is Charlotte Taylor. Ad-
dress [Address] me in care of Rev. C. A.
Taylor, Musson post office, Iber-
ville [Iberville] parish, La.
MR. EDITOR––I wish to inquire
for my brother, whose name is
Ellis Buck. He used to belong to
Mr. John Buck, and we lived on
Sunflower river. My mother's name
was Maria, and my father's name
was Peter Hanton; he was sold by
his young master before the war.
There were nine children of us.
My brothers were named Ellis,
Milfred and John. Four of
my sisters were named as follows:
Calasins, Martha, Susan and Man-
dy [Mandy]. We all belonged to the same
man. Pastors will please read this
inquiry from their pulpits and ad-
dress [address] any information concerning
my brother, Ellis Buck, to Mil-
fred [Milfred] Hanton, care of S. Young,
West Point, Miss.
MR. EDITOR––I wish to inquire
for my brothers and sisters. Broth-
ers [Brothers] were Squire, Willis and Morris;
sisters Amanda, Margaret, Lucinda
and Maggie Neal. We belonged to
Love Neal in Madison county, Miss.
I was brought to Louisiana by his
son, George Neal. Mother was
Sarah, and I heard she was dead
after I came here, and that sister
Rose was brought here. I have not
heard from any of them since 1871.
Address me at Negreet, Louisiana.
My name now is
EVELINE PALMER.
MR. EDITOR––I wish to inquire
for my brothers, Henry Perkins and
George Washington. When last
heard from they were in St. Louis,
Mo., three years ago. We be
longed [belonged] to Perkins, and in 1843 were
sold to the speculator Matlock and
brought to Texas. Father was
Harrison Perkins, mother Caroline,
and we lived near Springfield.
My name was then Ellen Perkins,
but is now Ellen Blackburn. Ad
dress [Address] me at Belton, Texas.
MR. EDITOR––I wish to inquire
for my daughter; her name is Mary
Elizabeth Catherine. I left her in
Upson county, Georgia, 7 miles
east of Thomaston, and two miles
from the Upson camp grounds,
Her mother’s name was Ellen Hol-
away [Holaway]; she had a baby, when I left,
about three weeks old, but Mary
Elizabeth Catharine was one year
and three months old. This was
about 56 years ago. I heard that
they had moved to eastern Texas.
Her and the babies, if living, are
going by the name of Catherine
Flewellen. My name was Anthony
Flewellen, and I married her
mother, whose name was Ellen
Holloway. I belonged to Mr. Ed.
Flewellen. I was then called "An-
thony [Anthony] Flewellen, the blacksmith."
Address any information to An-
thony [Anthony] Flewellen, Brenham, Texas.
MR. EDITOR––I wish to inquire
for my father, mother and brother.
My parents were named Fannie
and Simon Tods, and brother was
named Hendrick Tods. I left them
in Thomasville, Ga. They belonged
to a company by the name of Tods,
Baley & McLennan. I have another
brother and sister whose names
are Mat and Suckey. They are
living here. Address any inform
ation [information] to Dick Bartett, Marlin, Tex.
MR. EDITOR––I wish to inquire
for my father, whom I left in South
Carolina when a child. His name
was Dan Kirkland, though he was
called Mack for a short name. His
sisters were Nellie and Mollie,
brother Ned Kirkland. My mother
was Harriet Nettler, belonging to
Ben. Nettler, in Fairfield district,
near Camden. Address me at
Bryan, Texas. EMMA SENTER.
MR. EDITOR––I wish to inquire
for my parents, who were living in
New Orleans. Father was Verlon
Donovan, mother [indecipherable] V[indecipherable] Don-
ovan [Donovan], brothers Mike and John Don-
ovan [Donovan]. I was taken out of St. Mary
Orphan Asylum by Mr. [indecipherable]
[indecipherable] Burgess and his wife Mary
Wells, daughter of J. Wells. I
have been away 14 years. Mr.
Burgess is dead. I am living in
Alexandria, La., and my name is
EUGENE DONOVAN.
MR. EDITOR––I wish to inquire
for my people, left in Missouri. My
father was George, mother Cath-
erine [Catherine]. They lived in Madison
county, and belonged to Burell
Porter. I had two brothers, James
and John. I had one sister who
fell out of sister Mary Ann's lap
into the fire and burned one of her
eyes. Her name was Bettie.
Mother and all but two children
were sold to Mr. Highhill. Father
belonged to Mr. Benard, who kept
a still five miles from Frederick-
town [Fredericktown]. Father's sister was Phoebe,
and her husband Allison; he went
to California with his young mas-
ter [master]. I belonged to Mrs. M. Berry-
man [Berryman], and was then a small lad.
Her father was Mr. M. Patton. This
was in 1850 or 1851. Mrs. Berry-
man [Berryman] swapped with her mother for
another boy named Charles, and
carried me to St. Louis and sold
me to traders, and they brought
me to Texas. I live in Fort Bend
county. Write me, in care of Rev.
Geo. W. Norris, Houston, Texas.
ALLISON WASHINGTON.
MR. EDITOR––I wish to inquire
for my people. I have not seen
them since 1860. My father's name
was Peter Lafrance, my mother's
name was Jane Lafrance; my
youngest brother was named John
Parstco Lafrance, we called him
for a short name Parst; he was sold
in Arkansas before my remem-
brance [remembrance]. My eldest brother was
named Albert Lafrance; he was
sold in Memphis, Tenn., some time
before I was sold. My eldest sis-
ter [sister] was named Maria Lafrance;
next one was named Harriet La
france [Lafrance], and I was next, Elvira.
My youngest sister was Sallie. I
was sold from Fayette, Howard
county, Missouri, where I was born,
to Memphis, Tenn., and brought
from there to Texas by a man
named Marcelas Turner, during
the fall that Lincoln was elected. I
left a son a year old, named Wil-
liam [William] Henry, with a Mrs. Carson,
who was my young mistress in St.
Louis, Mo ; her home was in Fay-
ette [Fayette], Howard co , Mo. I have not
heard from them since I left them.
Please help me find them. Ad-
dress [Address] Elviria Clayton, care Rev.
Isaiah Clayton, Corpus Christi,
Texas.
MR. EDITOR––I wish to inquire
for my relatives. I had four sis-
ters [sisters]––Sallie, Rachel, Ellen and Liz
zie [Lizzie]. Ellen was burned to death. I
had two half brothers, William and
Hiram. Mother was Frankie Mc
Millan [McMillan], father I never saw. I be-
lieve [believe] his name was Bedford. Hiram
was living in Tuscaloosa county,
Alabama, the last heard of him,
and brother William was in Dan-
ville [Danville]. My name then was Edward
McMillan and is now Bedford. My
owner in slave time was Jim Mc-
Millan [McMillan]. I was brought to Texas by
Jack Grove and Woodruff. Ad-
dress [Address] me at Hallettsville, Texas,
care of Sam Grant.
EDMOND BEDFORD.
MR. EDITOR––I wish to inquire
for my relatives; first, my son. His
name was Absalom. When I left
him he was three years old. I left
him in Macon, Georgia, with Abner
McGuire. McGuire bought me
from Mr. Dave Gaines. Was three
years in Macon, Ga., at McKelley's
factory. Address Ellen Sherdronnd,
Brenham, Washington county, Tex.
MR. EDITOR––I wish to inquire
for my sisters and brothers. One
was Charlotte Claw and the other
Jane Philip. Brother was Henry
Williams. I have not seen them
since the second year after the close
of the war. Sister Charlotte was in
Bell county; sister Jane was in
New Boston, Texas, the last I heard
from her. Address me at Negreet,
La. FANNY LOWTOIEL.
MR. EDITOR––I wish to inquire
for my uncle through your paper.
His name is Philip Morton. He
was born in Georgia, on Beaver
Dam Creek, in Green county. He
belonged to Robert Rea. He lived
there until he was five years old,
after which he came to Alabama.
When eighteen years old, he was
brought to Arkansas by Thomas
Oliver. The overseer's name was
Anderson Bussey, who lived in
Columbia county, about 14 miles
southwest of Magnolia, near Mat-
thew's [Matthew’s] old store. He belonged to
Cornelius Rea. His parents used
to go by the name of Rea, but their
names have since been changed to
Joseph and Alzaro Morton. He
has only one sister. Her name
was Sarah Ann. She married a man
by the name of Nelson Holston,
but his name has since been
changed to Hayman. He left two
years before the Civil War closed;
also another man left with him, by
the name of Shug Rea. Any one
finding the above mentioned, will
greatly oblige by addressing me at
Sharman, Columbia county, Ar-
kansas [Arkansas]. G. W. HAYMAN.
MR. EDITOR––I wish to inquire
for my uncle. I have not heard
from him since the year 1871; he
was then in Concordia parish, Lou-
isiana [Louisiana]. His name was Coleman
Easell; his mother was Hannah
Easell, his father was Joe Easell,
his brother Davis Easell. Please
address me at Pickens, Miss.
G. W. BEAMAN.
MR. EDITOR––I wish to inquire
for my uncle. I haven't heard
from him in about five years. His
name is Calvin Stewart. He was
down in Mississippi to see his Bro.
Jerry Jackson. He lived in Ar-
kansas [Arkansas] during the war. His owner
was a widow lady, Widow Cook.
He has relatives John Stewart,
Justin Stewart, Bof. Stewart and
he may know the other by the
names I have given. His father
was named Jack Stewart, and
mother's name is Marie Onnie Stew-
art [Stewart]. Her name is Sopha Patience
Prescilla. She has changed her
name. When he visited Grenada
last my name was Emma Furstlue,
but now is Emma Reed.
MR. EDITOR––I wish to inquire
for my uncle. I left him in Georgia.
He belonged to John Curagan, and
his name was Randall Curagan.
My sister Susan belonged to Isaac
Hind, and lived in Augusta. An-
other [Another] sister was Eliza Henderson,
a brother Green Henderson. They
and I belonged to Bob Henderson.
I was Ellen Henderson, but am now
Ellen Nooney. Address me at
Luling, Texas.
MR. EDITOR––I wish to inquire
through your paper for my two
children that I left near Chester
village, Chester county. South Car-
olina [South Carolina], about 1837. I left them on
Jesse William’s place, about five
miles from Chester village, on a lit-
tle [little] creek called Pea Ridge. Both
my children were girls, named Car-
oline [Caroline] Williams and Sarah Williams.
Their mother died in five years
after I left them. Her name was
Eliza Williams. She belonged to
Jesse Williams. I belonged to
James B. Pickett, and I was hired
out to Jesse Williams at the time I
married Eliza, and I went by the
name of Tally Williams; but when
I was taken away from Jessee Wil-
liams [Williams] by my master, James Pick-
ett [Pickett], my name was changed to Tally
Pickett. I lived on Turkey Creek-
two years after I was taken from
Jesse Williams, and then I was
brought to Louisiana, on Red
River, by Col. Williamson. The
last account I heard of them they
were in Houston, Texas; that is
what I heard. I don't know
whether it was so or not. Since
freedom my name has been changed
from Tally Pickett to Tally Miller.
I would like to hear from my chil-
dren [children] very much. Write to me in
care of H. W. Ogden, Shreveport,
La., 3t TALLY MILLER.
MR. EDITOR––Please allow me
to inquire for my brother. The last
time I saw him was in Coweta
Ga., in 1866; he belonged to a man
named Ben. Gray; has a mother
named Winnie Gray; her husband
was named Edmond Bridges; her
children were Sidna, Mitchell, Nicy,
Dimon, Duck, Billie and Edda.
Mitchell went off, it was said, with
a Capt. Swaisure to work on a rail-
road [railroad] somewhere in the North. He
left us in Georgia. He is large
built and of bright complexion.
May this be read at points from
pulpits and schools. His name is
Mitchell Gray. I would be very
happy to find him. Please address
me at Tullahoma, Coffee county,
Tenn. JNO. COPPAGE.
MR. EDITOR––Please allow me
to inquire for my relatives. My
mother's name was Tina; she be-
longed [belonged] to a man named Thompson D.
White, who lived near Brownsville,
Tenn. She had six children, viz:
Phoebe, Judy, Mary Eliza, William,
Elijah and myself, Bob––three girls
and three boys. Sister Phoebe, the
eldest, was sold in 1845 or 1846, I
don't know who to. In 1847, my
brother Elijah and I were sold to
Shugars McElmore, who took us to
Holly Springs, Miss., where he sold
my brother to a farmer and me to a
trader, who brought me to Texas.
I have never heard from any of my
relative since the sale at Holly
Springs. Address me at Davilla,
Milam county, Texas.
ROBT. REED.
MR. EDITOR––Please inform Mr.
Anthony Grifnin, No. 50 Jefferson
street, Topeka, Kansas, that one
Isam Davenport died in Okolona,
Choctaw county, Miss., so I learn,
but I know not when.
B. L. NEVILS.
MR. EDITOR— I am an orphan and haven either mother nor father. I wish to inquire through your valuable paper for my dear brothers and sisters. I do not know whether father is dead or not. My father's name is George Washington Gaines, and my mother's was Polly. She died in Austin, Texas, about thirteen or fourteen years ago. My mother, on her death bed, gave me to her sister Melissa Cain, who was living or rather cooking for a family a few miles from Austin, and I was taken away from her by my uncle Jim Roe and carried to Bastrop, Texas, where I was given to a family of white people by the name of Olive. They have been almost like my mother and father would have been to me. My oldest brother's name was Henry Washington Gaines. My dear mother died in Austin and left six little orphans; three boys and three girls; the boys' name are George, Henry and Eli; the girls are Manda, Phoebe and myself. We were all left in Austin. I was too young to remember any more about them. Please, pastors of churches, inquire and oblige
ANNIE WASHINGTON GAINES,
Olive, Hardin Co., Tex.
MR. EDITOR— I desire to inquire for kin folks. I have five sisters and four brothers. I left them all in S— Co., Miss., in 1855 My oldest sister, Rachel, was carried to Jackson parish, La., by William Smith. My sister Siney belonged to Avery Chambers. Hetty belonged to Luet Sigers. The last I heard of Viney she was still with our old owner, Judge Kayhe, and and Daniel was with John Kayhe. My younger brothers, Wesley and Aaron, belonged to Dr. Kelly, and the last I heard of them they were still living with Dr. Kelly. I went by the name of James Kayhe when we all belonged to Judge Kayhe, but since freedom I have gone by the name of James Richards. My brother Isaac and sister Esther are living at Columbus with me. Please address me at Columbus Sabine parish, La.
MR. EDITOR— I desire to inquire for my brother, who left Macon, Miss., during the war. He was sold to one Algood, a speculator. We belonged to Albert Cox, a preacher of the M. E. Church, South. Mother belonged to old Boby Cox, and at his death she fell to A. Smith. Mother had four children James, Elias, Isabella and Levi. Bro. Jame's wife was named Celia Crawford. Address me at Whitefield, Oktibbeha Co., Miss.
E. SMITH.
MR. EDITOR— I desire to inquire for my brother. He belonged to one Shars (I do not know his first name), of Wytheville, Va. Brother's name is Arthur Zacheriah Tolaver. Mother's name was Millie. She belonged to John Woort at the time brother was sold to Bob Sanders, a negro trader, who took him to New Orleans. Brother worked and bought himself. He was living in New Orleans the last I heard from him—he sent me a small tin box with $100 in it. He was the oldest child and I am the youngest. I was taken away from all my people. Mother is dead. Brother was a member of the M. E. Church. Please address me at Lavernia, Texas.
LETITIA E. RODGERS.
MR. EDITOR— I desire to inquire for my father and sister. We were owned by the Lorbors, of East Gibson, La. Father's name was Ben Boters, sister's was Nettie Humphries. She and husband belonged to Mad. Ribbson, of East Gibson. At the death of the Horbors father and I fell to I. B. Hanes, near Jackson, La. I left home August 3, 1862. Any information of them will be gladly received. Please address me at Shreveport, La.
BEN BATES.
MR. EDITOR— I desire to inquire for my mother's relatives whom she left in Montgomery, Ala., about twenty-six or twenty eight years ago. They belonged to a man named Joe Grant. He had two daughters; the oldest named Caroline, and the younger named Marshy. Caroline married a man named William Oliver; Marshy was unmarried at the time mother was sold When Joe Grant died my mother was sold to Pleasant Spear, and the other slaves were divided among their children. The day mother was sold her mother was there, and for a time did not recognize her, as her mother lived in town and my mother in the country. My mother's name is Tamar. Her mother's name was Maria, and her husband's name was Charles. When she left her mother had four children, of which mother is the oldest; their names were Oscar, Phillis and Elsie. Father was named Paris. He had two sisters named Nancy and Katy, and two brother's named George and Poldo. Father's sister, Katy, had two children named Barbara and Elizabeth. My mother still lives and is getting old and desires to hear from some of her people before parting this life, if possible. Any information of any of the above named people will be most thankfully received. Address Prof. D. M. Frias, Chilton Falls Co., Tex., or Rev. J. W. Robinson, Marlin, Texas.
MR. EDITOR— I desire to inquire for my relatives whom I left in Clarkville, Red River Co., Texas— my uncle Benjamin and aunt Phillis. They had eight children, seven daughters and one son, viz: Overton, Mary, Sallie Ann, Martha, Francis, Dianna, Clarice, and Rachel. They all belonged to Mark Cordall and I to Robert Seward. After Mr. Seward's death I was brought to Oxford, Miss., in the year 1852. Have never heard from them since. After I came to Mississippi was given to Mr. Seward's sister, whose name was Ferguson, and have ever since gone by that name. Address me at Oxford, Lafayette Co., Miss.
CAESER FERGUSON.
MR. EDITOR— I desire to inquire for my relatives. Mother's nane was Mary Williams. She belonged to William Brunson. Aunt Hannah Brunson belonged to Benjamin Brunson, Jr. Grandmother Selia belonged to William White. They all lived at Monk's Corner, South Carolina. My name then was Simon Williams. I belonged to Benjamin Brunson. Should any of my friends read this, please address me at Caney Station, Montgomery Co., Texas.
H. A. WILLIAMS.
MR. EDITOR— I desire to inquire for my sister, Lucinda Waller. She belonged to Dr. Owens, of Linchburg, Va. Her sisters were Sidney, Margaret, and Eliza Waller; brothers, Wiley, William, James, Chiprich, and Jerry Waller. My father was Benjamin Waller; mother, Malda Waller. My name is Eliza McCormick. Address me at Bastrop, Morehouse parish, La.
MR. EDITOR— I desire to inquire for my son, Charles Taylor. He left me in Pineville three or four years ago, and I have not heard from him for eight or nine months. My name is Martha Taylor; his father's name is William Taylor. He has two sisters, Betty Green and Bella Webb, and a friend named John Burley, all of whom are in Pineville. The last we heard of Charles he was in Five Points, Miss. Address me at Pineville, Rapides parish, La.
MR. EDITOR— I desire to inquire for my wife and child. Wife was Maley Piper, and belonged to a Mr. Filmore. The last I heard from her she was living in Crockett county, Texas. Address me at Cotile, La.
JAKE PIPER.
MR. EDITOR— I herewith send a notice hunting for the kin people of a member of my church here. He was born near Lebanon Tenn., and lived on a farm not far from Lebanon. He thinks his mother's name was Caroline and that he had a twin brother. When three years of age he was sold to pay a debt. He was put in jail at the above named place. When he was starting away his mother was whipped in the dining room because she cried. When the boy cried his master whipped him also. A man named Fain, who lived at Ripley, bought him as a present for his daughter, a Mrs. Mattie Green, whose husband was a tailor. He was sold in front of the Old Tavern, in Lebanon, Tenn. If the pastors of our churches in Tennessee will read this notice from their pulpits they may be able to find out something concerning this affair and thus make this man happy. Any information or questions directed to me will receive immediate attention. —L. M. Hagood, pastor Union M. E. Church. Cincinnati, Ohio.
MR. EDITOR— I wish to find my brother; his name was then Henry Garner. My name is Nelson Gray. I then lived in Clark County, Winchester, Kentucky. I then belonged to a man by the name of James Kushingberry. I was sold to a Negro trader named Return Bradley, and brought to New Orleans. Brother's wife's name was Maria Ragley. Address me Bunkie, La.,
NELSON GRAY,
Care Rev. Emerson Hutchinson
MR. EDITOR— I wish to find my people whom I left in Lawrence District, S. C., at the close of the war. We belonged to Mr. Martin Shaw. My father's name was Jack Shaw, and my mother's name was Annie Shaw. They had ten children, Harry, Mary, Harriet, Julia, Jerry, Matthew, Andrew, Lank, Alex and Sarah. Harry was sold to Mr. Joe Millent, Andrew was was sold to Mr. Robert Temerlton, and was carried to Georgia. Harriet is now at West Point, Miss. I married my present wife while in South Carolina; her people lived with Mr. Vance; her mother's name was Phillis Vance; she had four children. My wife's name is Harriet Seluin; she had a sister whose name was Judie. I do not know the names of the other two children. If anybody knows anything about them it would be a great kindness to write to me. My address is Alex. Shaw, Starkville, Miss.
MR. EDITOR— I wish to inquire brother Anthony. He belonged to Elias Hodges, of Barber county, Alabama. He was with a lawyer named Seals, in Clayton, Barber county, Alabama, the last time I saw him—about 20 years ago. I do not know what name he goes by now. His mother's name was Jennie: she belonged to Green Neeley. I belonged to Elias Hodges and was called Little Berry, as there were two Berrys on the place. Sister was sold to Jno. D Johnson as well as I remember; she also belonged to Green Neeley, and was sold with her husband, Phillip Johnson—her name was Martilda. I will pay for any information that can be given of my brother or sister. My address is Milliean, Texas.
BERRY NEWTON.
MR. EDITOR— I wish to inquire for my brother, John Gaines, and my father, Ned Gaines. I have six brothers—Dave, Daniel, George, Caleb and James Gaines. Sisters' names are Amanda, Eliza, Elizabeth, Sallie Catherine and Chaney Ann. My name is Martha Gaines. I was brought from Green county, Kentucky to Mississippi by John Miller, a negro trader. I belonged to Preston Gaines. Address me at Deasonville, Yazoo Co., Miss.
MR. EDITOR— I wish to inquire for my father's sister. Her name is Cornelia. When father saw her last she had three children; two daughters named Jeannette and Henrietta, one son named Bentley. Father's name was Gilbert, and mother's Mary Ellen. Father has been dead for some years. Address all letters to Neal Waiters, O'Daniel Postoffice, Guadalupe Co., Tex.
MR. EDITOR— I wish to inquire for my father, Rev. Emanuel Price, and my mother, Emily Prics. The last I heard of them they were in St. Louis, Mo. My father is a Baptist elder, and has only one eye. Any information of them will be gladly received by their daughter. Address Mrs. Josephine Alfred,care of Rev. J. August, Washington, La.
MR. EDITOR— I wish to inquire for my folks. I left mother in Aberdeen, Miss., when I was quite a boy. Father's name was Bob White, commonly called Free Bob. He died the first year of the war and left a girl, Jane White, my sister, with mother. Bob White, my brother, belonged to Bob Ellis, who lived about nine miles from Columbus, Miss., and was a blacksmith. Another brother, Ed. White, was in Jackson, Miss., the last I heard of him. A sister, Betty Posqually, left Columbus and went to Mobile. Her former name was Betsy Weaver, Please address me at Jacksonport. Ark.
JAMES W. WHITE.
MR. EDITOR— I wish to inquire for my mother. I was taken from her when I was about nineteen years of age. I left her in Richmond, Virginia, she belonged to John Adams. Her husband's name was Brown. She went by his name the last I knew her. I was taken and hired out to a man by the name of Wallace. After this I was sold to a trader I did not know his name. I was brought to Mississipp, and sold to Billy Gaines. My oldest sister was name Louisa, the next Mattie. My brother's name was Isaac Brown when I left home. My sister Betty was the baby. I am married and now my name is Katie Bailey. Address me at Jacksonport, Jackson county, Arkansas.
MR. EDITOR— I wish to inquire for my two brothers and two aunts. My father was Mat. Witherspoon, and my mother Jane Witherspoon, and belonged to Wm. Witherspoon. We left one of my annts in Natchez, Miss.; her name was Fannie, and Sallie was sold to a man by the name of Lowzeknow, in Franklin county, Miss. Mother had seven children. In 1864 Calvin went to Natchez, Miss., and then to the war; the last letter he wrote was from Memphis, Tenn. Jesse left in 1872, and went to Vicksburg, Miss. The other children were named Silas Thompson, Sallie, Peggy Gary and Bettie Gary. Address Mat. Thompson, Barlow, Copiah county, Miss.
MR. EDITOR— I wish to inquire for my wife's brother. He left Marion Station, Miss., in 1872. His mother and father were living with a man by the name of Ma celus Coleman. His father's name is George Rhodes, his mother's name is Margaret Rhodes, and his name is Floyd Rhodes. The last time they heard from him he was in Lafayette Co., Miss., Taylor's depot. I married his eldest sister; her name was Nora Rhodes before I married her. Address Mr. Jerry Bryant, Marion station, Miss.
MR. EDITOR— I wish to inquire for two of my children, Sarah Matilda Jane and Thomas Henderson, who were sold by Henry George to John M. Roe, who took them to Mississippi and sold them. Their sister's names were Maria, Harriet, Lena and Elvira. My name was Viney Fuller, but is now Viney Richardson. Address me at Cedar Grove P. O., Carroll Co., Tenn.
MR. EDITOR— I wish to inqurire for my wife and children, whom I left in Claiborne Co., Miss, 17 1/2 miles from Port Gibson. We used to belong to Dr. Foster in 1863. Me and my wife parted about seven years before the war, but we still lived on the same place. I was sent from there to Morgan's Salt Works and I stayed there five months. I was carried there by a Mr. William Cheeks. After that I came to State Line, Miss. I had 7 children, 3 dead and 4 living the last time I saw them. I will give the names of my living children— Dolphin, David, Caroline and Louisa. My wife was named Eliza Foster. I am a minister of the Baptist church. If any one knows anything of them please address me at State Line, Miss.
REV. BENJAMIN FOSTER.
MR. EDITOR— I wish to know the whereabouts of my sister Lucy who was sold to a man named James Turner in Virginia. He moved into Mississippi about the year 1860, and brought her and many others to this State. He sold her in Atlanta, Ga., to some one I do not know. We have not heard who. Her mother and father were Eliza and Robert Coleman, who belonged to Henry E. Coleman. Her brothers and sisters were Ben, Mary called Polly, Solomon, William, now dead, and Arthur. Her father is dead, but mother is living at Newton, Miss. Arthur, Solomon, Ben and Mary are living. Please address me A. B. Coleman, Newton, Miss.
MR. EDITOR— I wish to make another inquiry for my uncle, Geo Mayes. I have received a postal card from him once since you published him, and I have written five letters to him, and have not received a word from him since. I used to belong to Scoote Mayes. When we parted from each other he was living in Columbus, Tenn. His postal said to address him at Clarendon, Monroe county, Ark. Direct your letter to Oxford, Lafayette county, Miss, in care of Rev. R. B Isom.
LUCY WEBB.
MR. EDITOR— Please inquire for the following relatives—my brothers and their owners: Brother Solomon, owner, Clark Taylor; brother James, owner, John Latimore; brother George, owner, Tom Latimore; brother Bob, owner Clark Taylor, of Oglethorp county, Ga. Also, my parents, who belonged to
Clark Taylor, of Oglethorp county. My brothers Bartley and Nelson, whose owner was Bill Taylor, of Alabama. I also had five sisters: Rhoda, Nicey, Dicey, Sinthier and Harriet. The names of my parents were George and Celia. I would be glad to find any of them. Please address Maria Dudley, Shreveport, La., in care of G. W. Dudley.
MR. EDITOR—Amy Frances Ushley Jordan wishes information of her father, mother, brothers and sister. Father's name was Henry Draper, Mother's was Nancy Draper, brothers Charles, Henry and Archie Jordan, sister Louisa Jordan. With brother Charles Jordan I left near Lamar, Miss. I was 10 years old when sold to one Mr. Redman, a Negro speculator, for debt. I was sold by him to Dr. W. A. Morris I was born near Memphis, Tenn., August 1838, and was 8 years old when taken away from my parents. Dr. Morris brought me from Mississippi to Texas, Dec. 1851. Any information concerning any of the above named parties will be thankfully received by Amy Butler, in care Rev. MackHenson, 904 Olive street, Austin, Texas.
MR. EDITOR—Any information
as to the whereabouts of Jack Har-
rison [Harrison] Hogan, Curtis Hogan, Frank
Hawkins Hogan, Martin Willis
Hogan, Levi Smith Hogan, Felix
Dixon Hogan, will be thankfully
received and duly appreciated by
their old father, Curtis Hogan.
They were slaves of John Hogan,
who lived five miles from Tuscum-
bia [Tuscumbia], Ala., and their mother was
named Anarchy. Address Curtis
Hogan, Forest, Miss.
MR. EDITOR—I am anxious to find my sister. The last time I heard from her was in July 1878. She was then living in Alexandria, La. Her name was Mary Taylor. Her husband was John Taylor. Her daughter was Jane Taylor. Her mother was Lettie Cooper. Address me, Pompey Cooper, at Meridian, Miss., care Rev. J. C. Houston.
MR. EDITOR—I am more than
anxious to hear or gain some information of, or from, my father, whom I left in Louisa Court-house, a post-village, capital of Louisa Co., Virginia, on the Central railroad, sixty miles northwest of Richmond. His name was Jerry Jackson. He belonged to Mr. John Barn. My mother, his wife, belonged to Joe Goodwin, also his children, viz : Mary Eliza, Sarah, Jeremiah, Ellen Jackson—four of us. Goodwin married in the Lipscomb family, and after the division of said estate, my mother, Mary, -Eliza, Ellen and Jeremiah feel to Goodwin. I fell to Robert Lipscomb. About '60 or '61 Goodwin, with my mother, two sisters and brother, also Lipscomb with myself, came to Texas. We left father in Virginia, as Lipscomb could not buy him. We heard that he came down toward Louisiana in 1870. Any information leading to his whereabouts will be thankfully received by me. I have since married T. H. Huff. My former names was Sarah Ann Jackson Peter; of my father, Jerry Jack. Address me in care of my husband T.H. Huff, at Rutersville,
Texas.
SARAH ANN HUFF.
MR. EDITOR—I am seeking lost relatives that I have not seen or heard from in 25 or 30 years. I was born 12 or 14 miles east of Richmond, Va.; my father's name was Moses, my mother's Aggie; one of my sisters was named Fannie and one Lizzie, two others whose names I can not remember. My brother got burned up in a fire in an old sage field. I was the youngest one when I left; my name is Henry; I am now over 40 years of age. My old master's name was Frank Muncas; he died when I was a small child; my young master's name was Milton Muncas; he lived in Petersburg at that time. I was brought to Richmond by Ben Prentiss, and sold to two speculators, one named Clarant and the other Stokely Williams, and I was carried South by them and sold. Address me at Elmo, Kaufman county, Texas. HENRY ELDRIDGE.
MR. EDITOR—I desire informa-
tiod [information] of my mother, Winnie Brown
She belonged to Priestley Brown,
in Rappahanock county, Virginia.
It has been near 15 years since I
last heard from her. Address me
at Mashulaville, Miss.
FRANK BROWN.
MR. EDITOR—I desire to find
the whereabouts of my mother
sisters and brothers, whom I left
in Roan county, North Carolina.
My mother's name was Hannah
Hilliard; sisters, Jinsy, Flora and
Lucy; brothers, John, Benjamin
and Milas Calvin. My father,
Jack Hilliard, died when I was
quite an infant. I was sold from
the Hilliard estate to a speculator
by the name of Bill Hadin, who
brought me to Texas, whom I have
been living with ever since. Ad-
dress [Address] Dianah Johnson, Goliad,
Texas.
MR. EDITOR—I desire to find my people, whose name is Dicey Jackson; she lived in Natchez, Miss. Address. K. T. Hon, Washton, La.
MR. EDITOR—I desire to hear
from my relatives. I first belonged
to Jackson Stephen, and he lived
seven miles from Lynchburg, Va.
Stevens gave John Rucker the
hiring of the girls and their mother.
The girls were Julia and Fannie.
My mother was Sophia James.
John Rucker's cook was Elvira. I
had a brother Hezekiah Jackson
Powell; Aunt Elizabeth raised him.
I first lived with Frank Royal,
then with George Curl, who was a
carpenter; I also lived with Robt.
Lee; I lived one year with Capt.
Shields; one year with Abram
Beagus, a policeman. Walker, a
negro trader, sold my sister. I heard
Julia was sold in Tuscumbia. John
Rucker sold me; my name is Fan-
nie [Fannie]; he sold me to Selfwoodsuff.
The last man I lived with was
Lindsey Pagit, a tailor. Tom
Rucker's cook was Alcy. Address
me at Brookhaven, Miss.
MRS. A. D. TOWNSEND.
MR. EDITOR—I desire to in-
quire [inquire] for my people that I left in
Pearson county, North Carolina.
The name of my master was Dr.
Wm. Beard; his post-office Bethel
Hill. My mother's name was Mil-
lie [Millie] Beard; my father Lewis Beard;
he was sold when I was a small
boy, and sent South. I had a
brother younger than me; his name
was James Beard. I had only one
sister, her name was Margaret
Beard, (they sometimes called her
Pug). My name is John Gregory.
I did not go by the name of my mas-
ter [master], but was always called John
Gregory because there was three on
the place named John, so my grand-
father [grandfather] named me John Gregory
after him. I was hired to a man by
the name of Jones, during the war,
at Danburry, Stokes county, N.C.
and when the Union army came
there I was at work in a black-
smith [blacksmith] shop, and when the army
left there I came off with them to
Tennessee. Address John Greg-
ory [Gregory], care Rev. B. H. Johnson, No.
137 Mabry street, Knoxville, Tenn.
MR. EDITOR—I desire to inquire
for my mother, who belonged to
Henry Harper. Her brother was
called Hill. She married Hall. Col
lins [Collins] was my step brother; brother
was Ed. Williams. There were
three girls and I was the oldest—
Violent, Minnie, and myself, Har
riet [Harriet]. I left her when about 12
years old, a half mile from Louis
burg [Louisburg]. The last I heard from her
she was about three miles from Cor-
nersville [Cornersville]. Marshall county, Tenn
Henry Harden gave me to his
daughter. Betsey Clark married
Lewis Clarke, and he brought me
to Lawrence county from Crockett
county, to near the town of Friend
ship [Friendship]. I was called Harriet Clarke.
I married William Harville, but I
now go by the name of Sherrill.
My sister Minnie was married and
she lived near Nashville. I have
eight children. Address me at
Friendship, Tennessee.
HARRIET SHERRILL.
MR. EDITOR—I desire to inquire for my brother who was sold from us before I could recollect, or was old enough to remember him. His name was George, We belonged to the Widow Tindol. At that time we lived in Roberson county, Texas. His mother was Maria Tendol; my name is Ned; had another brother named Mallory, who aiso belonged te Widow Tendol. My brother was sold to Jesse Brown, who lived at Wheelock, Texas. Brown sold him to a Mr. Roberson, I think, who lived near Huntsville, Texas, and I have not heard from him since. He left us in 1857 or 1858—mother does not know exactly when. Address J. E. Carrington, Boggy, Leon county, Texas.
MR. EDITOR—I desire to inquire for my brother, John Harden. He is from Dickson county, Tennessee. The last time I heard from him he was in Fordham, New York, and was a race rider. Any information of him will be thankfully received. Address me at Cumberland Furnace, Dickson Co, Tenn.
SALLIE DICKSON.
MR. EDITOR—I desire to inquire for my children and kinfolks. I had two girls, Eliza and Clara Davis, and two boys, Joseph and Alfred Davis; also a brother named Samuel, and a sister named Jemima Davis. I was brought to Texas by David Newland. Please address me at Jefferson, Texas, in care of Rev. John Jackson.
SAPPHIRA DAVIS.
MR. EDITOR—I desire to inquire for my father. He was sold from me in Dallas county, Alabama, when I was a baby. He belonged to A J. Thompson and his name was Isom. I am his youngest son. Mother was named Harriet, and oldest sister Martha, then Emma Leigh and Jame. Address me a Midway, Texas.
OSCAR RANDOLPH.
MR. EDITOR—I desire to inquire for my kin people, who lived at Matthew's court house, Virginia. My father, Dick Cush, belonged to Billy Bambly. Mother, Polly Sibley, belonged to Bob Sibley. My oldest sister was Rose White, next Judy Menter, next Mary Sadler belonged to Robert Sadler. Next Easter Sibley, next G. Sibley. When I left Virginia I was Sarah Sibley. Address me
SALLIE BARKER,
Plantersville, Texas.
MR. EDITOR—I desire to inquire for my mother's kindred. Her father's name was Stephen Thomas; mother's, Priscilla Thomas; brother's Robert, Stephen, James, Henry, and Andrew Jackson; sister's, Virginia, Martha, Matilda and Louisa. Virginia was drowned in James river. Martha belonged to Albert Thomas, of Culpepper county, Va. Matilda and Louisa belonged to James Thomas. Mother's name was then Abby Thomas, and she was living in Louisville, Ky. with Dr. Steward Thomas. He sold her to Wm. Mathers, who brought her to Mississippi in 1848 or '49. She had one son then named Alexander whom she left with Dr. Thomas. She is now living with me ten miles from Memphis. Please address me at Capleville, Shelby Co., Tenn.
JAMES BEAVER.
MR. EDITOR—I desire to inquire for my mother, Eliza; father, Jack, brothers, Alfred, Anthony and Wilson, and sisters Frances and Elvira, who belonged to John Seal, of Colfax, Grant parish, La. Sister Elizabeth and myself came to Texas about twenty-five years ago, with John Seal. The last I heard of my folks mother wrote me directly after emancipation, saying that father, Anthony and Frances were dead, and Wilson was running on a boat to New Orleans. Please ad- me at Refugio Co., Texas,
MELINDY STEWART.
MR. EDITOR—I desire to inquire for my mother, if possible to find out her whereabouts. Her name is Malinda Gill. We were separated in 1843, in Wake county, North Carolina, when I was about 2 or 3 years old. We belonged to Col. Oaddis (who was my father), he sold us to Israel Gill; my mother being high-tempered, Gill sold her and kept me. Rev. Purefile, who carried her to Roseville, where he kept a hotel. When Israel Gill bought mother from Col. Oddia we lived in Raleigh, N. C., then Gill moved with me to Texas. Any information of her whereabouts will be thankfully received. Address me at San Felipe, Texas, care Mr. C. H. Graves.
HENRY CLAY.
MR. EDITOR—I desire to inquire for my mother, Lucinda Medlock. Her first owner's name was John Medlock, a merchant living in Camden, Arkansas. About 1850 she was sold to John Ingraham, who lived near Camden. I was sold in New Orleans in 1855 to R. H. Williams, of Texas. Please address me at Caney, Matagorda county, Texas, in care of Green Baldridge.
ELIZA JANE MEDLOCK
MR. EDITOR—I desire to inquire for my sister. Her name is Ella Worm. I have not heard from her since 1867 when she was near Shreveport, La. Mother's name was Clara, and used to belong to a man by the name of Jacob Smith. Please address me, Robert Smith, at Reson Station, Texas.
MR. EDITOR—I desire to know the whereabouts of my people—a mother, brother, sister and stepfather. I left them during the war, perhaps in 1862 or '63, near Wyatt, Miss. Mother was Mary Childers; father, Geo. Harmon; brother, Henry Childers; and sister Rosanna Childers. I was sold about the beginning of the war from Childers to Samuel Martin, who lived at Holly Springs, Miss., and was taken there by him. My mother was sold the same day, to a Mr. Hutcherson, and taken to Wyatt. In time of the war I was taken from Holly Springs to New Orleans Bay Salt Works. Remained there about two months, then I came to Kingston, Tenn., where I have lived. My name is now Jane Skalley. Address me, care of Rev. J. T. Henry, Kingston, Tenn.
MR. EDITOR—I desire to learn
something about my mother and
sister. They lived in Bellfield,
Green county, Virginia, were sold
and bought by Peter Walker.
My mother's name is Kitty Slate,
Sister's Betty Slate. When sold
two sons were left—Harry and
Mandred. If found, address,
HARRY KING.
Oxford, Miss., March 16th, 1879.
MR. EDITOR—I left my people in Cooper county, Mo., about the year 1862 or 1863. My mother's name was Betsy Jones; she belonged to the Jones; my father's name was Yorkup Staples, and he belonged to the Staples'. I had two brothers and two sisters, Ann, Priscilla, Merretta and Jacob. Miss Sarah was the daughter of Mr. Jones, and she married a Mr. Nash Gates, and then bought me from her father and went to Springfield, Mo., where I was sold, and went to Texas. I have never been married, and would like to find my father and mother. Address any information to Sophia Gates, care Rev. W. Hartley Jackson, box 46, Belleville, Texas.
MR. EDITOR—I want to inquire for my relatives whom I left in Hancock Town, Va., in 1862. Mother was Sarah Calebed Reliele; father was Colebed Reliele; two aunts, one named Hannah Sneed, and the other Emma Sneed;
two uncles, Peter and Thompson Sneed. I left a sister there too, by the name of Mary Suzan: She was working for a family by the name of John [indecipherable], when I left. Direct information to Louise William Sneed, care Rev. R. C. Barrow, Baldwin, P. O., La.
MR. EDITOR—I wish to enquire for my relations. My owner was Charles Lewis. My mother was Delphy Buckner; father, Andrew Buckner, my sisters Maria, the oldest Eliza and Flora; brothers, Andrew the oldest, and George. My youngest sisters were Elsey and Grace. I was sold with sister Elsey eleven years before the war from near Baldon Green, Virginia.
MARTHA CARROLL,
First Methodist Episcopal Church, New Orleans.
Mr. Editor—I wish to find my
brother. He left West Point,
Tenn., about the year 1886; he was
about twenty years old; he had
two finegrs [fingers] cut off his left hand;
his little finger and the second.
His mother's name was Caroline
Kelly, his father William Noland.
Address David Kelly, Martin's
Mills, Tenn.
MR. EDITOR—I wish to find my brother, James Griffin. He left us in Oktibbeha county, near Whitefield, Miss. His mother's name was Kittie Griffin, father Dick Edward. He did not belong to Griffin's mother, but to old Mrs. Nancy Griffin. Mother had six girls and four boys, viz; Bettie, Ann, Nancy, Eliza, Henrietta and Rosa; Daniel, Charlie, James and Richard. My oldest brother, Daniel, is dead. When brother James left us he started to the Mississippi bottoms. The name of the town is now called Sturges. We live five miles west of Okolona, Miss. Any information about him will be thankfully received. Address Lizzie Griffin, Okolona, Miss.
MR. EDITOR—I wish to inquire
for my husband and three children.
My husband was Butler Flournoy,
my children William and Ann
Flournoy and Jack Bradford. John
Flournoy sold William and Ann in
Macon, Ga. My husband was sold
in Memphis, Tenn. I left Jack
Bradford in South Carolina, in
Sumpterville county. I was sold
at a sheriff sale to a Negro trader,
who brought me to Texas and sold
me to George Hitchen. Address
Charlotte Butler, Goliad, Texas.
Mr. Editor—I wish to inquire
for my lost friends, father and
mother, sisters and brothers. My
father's name was Zeales Butler;
my mother's name was Mariah
Winkfield; she married Zeales But-
ler, and she fell to Dr. Johnnie
Winkfield, who married Caroline
Gypson. My name was Clarissa; I
fell to a Methodist preacher then
known as Lucius Deyampert; he
married Nancy Offleten Winkfield;
he carried me to South Carolina
and from there to Alabama, where
I still remain. I had three brothers
as follows: Moses, Jordan and Jack
the eldest, who was lame with the
white swelling. Brother Moses
belonged to the widow Winkfield,
but afterwards fell to old Joshua
Glynn, a Methodist preacher. Jor-
dan fell to Garland Winkfield. My
eldest sister's name was Patience;
I heard she was dead. My young-
est sister was Margaret. Pastors
will please read this from their
pulpits. Address Rev. J.C. Read,
Wedowee, Ala.
MR. EDITOR—I wish to inquire
for my mother and sister. I left
them in Charleston, S. C., during
the war. My mother's name was
Patsie Kinslow Grason; my sister's
name was Mary Ann Grimes; my
brother was Stephen Kinslow
Grason. I had another sister
named Elizabeth Grason; my grand-
mother [grandmother] was named Kate Grason,
and her husband was Wm. Grason.
My name at that time was Crisann
Kinslow, but I now go by the name
of Crisann Bradshaw. Address
any information to me at Columbia,
Brazos county, Texas, care of Rev.
F. Norwood.
Mr. Editor—I wish to inquire
for my son, Frank Breres. I left
him with Maria Martin eight years
ago. The last heard from he was
living in New Orleans. I then
went by the name of Charlotte
Martin, but am now Charlotte
Ware. I brought a daughter away
named Cornelia. Address me at
La Grange, Texas, care Rev. E.
Henderson.
MR. EDITOR—I wish to inquire
for my mother and sister. I have
not seen them since 1860. We be-
longed [belonged] to James Parker Cohen, and
in the above mentioned year I was
sold to John Burnside, of New Or-
leans [New Orleans], La; and my mother and sis-
ter [sister] were sold up in the Blue Ridge
mountains. My mother's name was
Abey Fox at the time she was sold,
and her daughter, who was my half
sister, was named Matilda Jebson.
Both of our fathers were dead. My
name was Andrew Fox. Any in-
formation [information] concerning them will be
gladly received by me. Address
Rev. Andrew Fox, paster of Galilee
Baptist Church, Rayns Station, La-
fayette [Lafayette] parish, La.
MR. EDITOR—I wish to inquire
for my mother's relatives whom she
left in Perry county, Alabama,
about [1841?]. Her father's name was
[Simon?] Clark and was owned by a
Mr. Clark. Her father was a first-
class blacksmith and a fiddler. It
was said that he could read and
write. Her mother's name was
Patient. Her sisters and brothers
were Harriet, Leanda, Epsie, Crea-
sie [Creasie], Frank, William, Taylor and
Albert. Albert was sold to a Mr.
Daniel Owens, and carried to Tex-
as [Texas]. Mother was taken away from
her parents when four years old
and carried to Neshoba county,
Miss. She was then carried to
Enterprise, Miss. where I now re-
side [reside]. Any information in regard
to any of their whereabouts will be
gladly and thankfully received by
me. S. L. JONES.
Enterprise, Miss.
MR. EDITOR—I wish to inquire
for my people. My mother was
named Aggie Drummond; she had
three children; their names were
Lucinda, George and Toney. My
name is George. My former mis-
tress [mistress] says my mother was carried
to Montecello about 51 years ago.
Please read this in the churches
and day schools. Address me at
Harrisville, Simpson county, Miss.
GEO. DRUMMOND.
MR. EDITOR—I wish to inquire
for my relatives. My mother left
all in Kentucky. Her father and
mother were Bennett and Delilah
Johnson; her brothers Rollin,
Elisha Bullett, Westley and Bob
Johnson; and also Smith Bullett,
by father; her aunts were Betty and
Sally; she left in Cloverport, Ky.
They all belonged to Zeke Fisher,
brother of Clayton Fisher. My
mother was then named Sally
Johnson; she left her son in Eliza-
bethtown [Elizabethtown], Ky., seven miles from
Hardin county; before peace was
declared his name was Henry Clay
Brown; she belonged to Thomas
Brown, brother of Elisha Brown,
and her name was then Sally Brown
but is now Sarah Forrest. My
father, Hardy Forrest, deceased,
left his relatives on Stanley's Creek,
Gaston county, North Carolina.
His parents were Samuel and Lucy
Forrest; brothers, Moses, Orange,
Jerry and Wirt Forrest, and a sis
ter [sister], Margaret Forrest. My guard-
ians [guardians], Geo. and Sally Hunter, left
the city about fifteen years ago, and
said they were going to Norfolk,
Va., but I never heard from them.
I am anxious to hear from all of my
relatives. Ministers in Kentucky,
North Carolina and Virginia will
please read this from their pulpits.
Address, Chestnut, near Valence
street, New Orleans, La.
BENNETT FOBREST.
MR. EDITOR—I wish to inquire for my brother. His name is Charles Hopewell. He belonged to Mr. Mr James Weathers in Clark county, Ky. That was in 1859 or 1860. I wish to inquire also for my daughter. She left Winchester, Clark county, Ky., in 1880. The last time I heard from her she was in Tennessee. Her name is Sara Ann Thomas Hopewell. Her father's name is Washington Hopewell. I hope the pastors will read this letter from their pulpits, and if such names are found as above, address W. Hopewell, Cleveland, Fayette county, Ky.
MR. EDITOR—I wish to inquire for my brother. His name is Noah Coleman. The last time I heard of him he was in New Orleans. It has been about fourteen years since I saw him. Our father was Rafe Coleman, and his wife's Sofy. She belonged to Be Truly Morier. I am married to C. Littles. Address at Flatonia, Texas.
MRS. C. LITTLES.
MR. EDITOR—I wish to inquire for my father's people. My grandfather is Dick Rideout, grandmother Peggy Rideout. They belonged to Sam Shags, of Maryland, 13 miles from Washington City. They had 16 children--Betty, James, Barbary, Tettee, Rachel, Mary, David Henderson, Sophia. Amelia, Christian, Ann. My father is Henderson Ripeout. He was sold, ran off, was caught and sold to a negro trader in 1844, who brought him to New Orleans and sold him in Mississippi. I saw aunt Sophia in 1866 at which time she was living in Claiborne Co., Miss. My address is Columbia, Miss.
DAVID RIDEOUT.
MR. EDITOR—I wish to inquire for my people, mother, father, sisters and brothers. Father was Sam Hampton, and belonged to a Mr. Hampton, who lived seven miles East of Huntington. Mother was Mary Bledsoe, and belonged to Yancey Bledsoe. They lived in West Tennessee. Brothers—Henry Clay, Judge (my name), Nicodemus, James, Bradley, Paney, Brown, the youngest. Sisters—Harriet Ann, Rebecca Jane, Edie Ann and Julia. We belonged to Yancey Bledsoe. I was brought to Texas in 1851 by my owner; he came the third time from Tennessee, and then sold me to George Holman. I used to correspond with them, but suddenly I failed to hear from them any more until about four years ago I heard they were in Kansas. I am now in Columbus, Texas, and go by the name of J. D. Haskell. Address me, care of Rev. W. H. Davis, box 35.
MR. EDITOR—I wish to inquire for my people. Mother was named Charity; she had three sons besides me; the oldest of the boys was Dennis, next Charles, next myself, Henry, and Tom, the youngest, at that time. We belonged to Dr. Harris, and lived in Abbeville district, S. C., near a little town called Mount Campbell. My mother was sold to a speculator about the year 1855, and left us with Dr. Harris. In a few years my brothers were sold from me. In 1859 John Harris, a son of the Doctor, brought me to Alabama, and sold me to Tom Nelms in 1860. The next year he brought me to Lexas, where I am now. The last I heard from my mother she was sold on Red River. Address me at Pennington, Trinity county, Texas. HENRY HARRIS.
MR. EDITOR—I wish to make inquiries as to the whereabouts of my relatives. I have four sisters and two brothers. My sisters names were Isabella, Henrietta, Reoner and Frances Nowey. My brothers are Isaac and John Nowey. My mother's name is Isabella Noway, and she belonged to Judge Nowey of Tuscumbia, Alabama. I was sold to a man named N. A. Penland, a Presbyterian minister, who brought me to Texas, I think, in 1855. I am positive it has been that long since I saw my relatives. My husband also inquires for his four sisters, whose names are Harriet, Anna, Martha, Katy, and brother James Curry. They belonged to John Curry, in Hinds county, Miss. My husband's name is Leven Curry. Address me at Bedias, Grimes county, Texas. LUCY CURRY.
MR. EDITOR—I wish you would inquire for my mother, her name is Ann Dobin and her sisters Manda and Fanny Dobin. She lived in North Carolina Her daughter is named Laura Taylor.
MR. JERRY TILMON.
Capoeville, Tenn.
MR. EDITOR—I would like to find my mother; she used to belong to Mrs. Eliza Thompson; her name was Tempy Hall; she was sold from me when I was a little girl; she was sold just before freedom. Her mother was named Binah Hall; her father Jerry Hall. She was sold in Greenville, S. C., by Mrs.
Thompson's son, Waddy Thompson. All her relatives live in Greenville, S. C., where she was sold. She wrote to us about eight years ago from somewhere in Tennessee; we answered her letter and asked her if she needed money to come home, and she did not answer the letter, and I have never heard from her since. Please address me, Lavinia Carrington, Austin, Texas, 522 E Sixth street.
MR. EDITOR—My sister belonged
to Willis Calcoat; her name is
Lydia Calcoat; she was sent to
Cincinnati, Ohio, and set free there,
about 30 years ago. Our mother
was Sallie Smith; my oldest sisters
were Celia and Ann Smith; the
next oldest sister was Eveline; my
sister had a playmate named Clara
Ann. Lee Calcoat carried her to
Natchez so she could take the boat
for Cincinnati. The last account
my sister Ann went to Texas with
a Dr. Riley. A woman knew her
by the name of Martha Riley. My
name is Jane. Address A. D.
Townsend, Brookhaven, Miss.
MR. EDITOR—Please allow me
to say something in favor of those
who have relatives and friends who
they would like to know of their
whereabouts. I notice in the
SOUTHWESTERN a special charge
given to the ministers to read the
list of lost friends and relatives
from the pulpit. I do not remem-
ber of ever hearing one read from
MR. EDITOR—Please inquire for two brothers. My name is Larry Pickens. Their names were Cato and Elias Pickens. My mother's and father's names are Cato and Jenny Pickens. We belonged to Mr. Hezekiah Rice. The last time I heard of them they were near Murfreesboro, Tennessee. Please address me at Victoria, Texas, in care of Rev. R. Green.
LARRY PICKENS.
MR. EDITOR―I desire to find my people. I left my parents in Mosel, Texas, when quite young, mother's name is Martha, her brother's name was Andy Johnson, my father's name was Chas. Johnson, his wife is named Miranda. My mother once belonged to Judge Adkins. The man that bought me was named Benj. Robinson. They took me to Union county, Arkansas. I left two brothers in Texas. They lived with a man named B. Scott. Their names are Matthew and Frank. My name is Martha Easte. I live in New Hope. Write in care of Rev. London Scott, of the C. M. E. Church, Hempstead county, Arkansas.
MR. EDITOR―I desire to inquire
for my relatives. My father,
Hardy Forrest, is now deceased.
He left his people at Stanley's
Creek, Gaston county, North
Carolina. His father and mother
were Samuel and Lucy Forrest,
his brothers Moses, Jerry, Orange
and Hart Forrest, also two sisters
Margaret and I think the other
was Hannah Forrest. My guardians
were George and Sally Hunter,
they left New Orleans about
sixteen years and said they were
going to Virginia. Ministers in
North Carolina and Virginia please
read this inquiry to their congregation,
I am anxious to hear from
my relatives. Address Bennett
H. Forrest, Chestnut, between
Valence and Bordeaux streets,
New Orleans.
MR. EDITOR―I desire to inquire through your paper for my people. I left them, in 1839, on the eastern shores of Virginia. I belonged to a man by the name of Jas Mocksey, was bought from Mocksey by a man named Harvey and sold by a man named Dozier. I was six years of age when sold, myself and another brother. My father's name was Hunphrey Hannford. Mother belonged to Mocksey, but was left at Mr. James Harvey's; her name was Maria Mocksey. I had one sister and two brothers with mother: Eliza, James and Milton. My brother Henry was sold with me from James Harvey's. Brother Henry and I were brought to Richmond, Va., and from there was sold and was brought to Georgia; I do not know what became of Bro. Henry. If anyone knows of them they will please write to me at Rome, Ga. My name is Thomas Mullen. Please write in care of Rev. E. L. Hammett, for I am anxious to find my people whom I have not seen since I was 6 years old. Address Rev. E. L. Hammett, pastor M. E. Church, Rome, Ga.
MR. EDITOR―I have found my
mother through the dear SOUTH
WESTERN. God bless you and
your paper; it resurrects the f
orgotten, the lost can be found. I
love it better than ever.
ALCY BOONE.
Caney, Teyas.
MR. EDITOR―I wish to inquire
for my friend, who left this State
and went to Sherman, Texas, in
1867, with Dr. Jones, his master at
the time of the surrender. His
name was Wash Jones, and former-
ly [formerly] it was Wash Perkins. He had
three children, Tump, Dink and
Mary Jones. His wife was Eliza
Jones. His owners used to call him
Bull Baby Jones. Address me at
Goodlett, Ark. P. W. JONES.
MR. EDITOR―I wish to inquire for some of my people, Charles Evans and his wife Cealia. In 1855 we left them in Texas. We belonged to Col. Evans, and were brought here by D. Rhodes. My mother was Vina Daucia, father Allen Daucia. Read this out in churches in Texas. Address me at Cheneyville, Rapides parish, La.
PEEER DAUCIA.
MR. EDITOR―I wish to know the
whereabouts of my mother whom I
have not seen since the Christmas
of 1884. She left West Columbia,
Texas, on the Brazos river and
went to Houston, Texas, to meet
her daughter, Emily Watson, and
never heard of since. Her name
is Manervia Watson. Her eldest
son is named John Carter, the
youngest daughter is Hester
Homes. My name is Alcy Boon.
Any information of her please
address me at Caney, Texas, care
Rev. A. Brown, pastor in charge.
MR. EEITOR––I desire to inquire
for my relatives that I left in South
Carolina, Lawrence District, in
1845. My father was Bob Ander-
son [Anderson], my mother Lucy Anderson. I
had three sisters, Mary, Kate and
Harriet, one uncle, Jack Anderson.
I was born between Long Creek
and Raben Creek; my name at that
time was James Anderson. Ad-
dress [Address] me at Belle, Miss.
JAS. BOOKER.
Mr. George Smith, of Hillsboro, O., would like
to find his relatives. Their names were Isiah
Smith, Michael Smith, Theodore Smith and
Elvira Smith. She belonged to Jas. Smith, at
Delhi; her mother was named Phoebe; she
ma ried Sam Dorsa. Candis Gipson was Isaiah
and N chall's mother, also Theodore. We were
neighbors of Dr. Chas. Mitchell near Brusby
Bayou.
Mr. Hiram Howard wants to find his uncle, Calvin Howard or Hiram Howard. My father was brought from Tennessee to Western Texas by Capt. Dunking, where he died the second year of freedom; his name was George Howard. My mother was born in Texas, she died in 1872, and left four boys, who are all living. Calvin, Joseph, William, and Hiram; and my father, George, came from Hinds county, Tennessee; the town I can't recall. Address Hiram Howard, Galveston, Texas.
Mr. J. Sims, of Capitol Hill, is rejoic
ing [rejoicing] over the arrival his two sisters from
Mississippi, from whom he was sepa
rated [separated] on the outbreak of the Civil War,
and only ascertained their whereabouts
a few months ago.
MR. MDITOE ---- I wish to inquire
for my husband; he left me the last
spring after the war ended. We
lived in Grayson county, Texas, and
I heard that he came to Pettis
county. The last time I heard of
him he had gone to Kentucky. We
belonged to Charles Forrest; he
lived in Texas. My husband's name
is Jim Stewart, his wife's name is
Minerva Steward. I have nine
children, the youngest boy is 21
years old. Please help me to find
him. Address any information to
Minerva Stewart, Butler, Bates
county, Mo.
Mr. W. C. Templeton, of 75 Danforth avenue, Jersey City, N. J., is anxious to learn the whereabouts of James and Rachel Harris, who for many years before the war belonged to himself and wife. He heard several years ago that they were living in St. Louis, but he was not then able to look them up. If living, he says, his old slaves are quite advanced in life. In a letter Mr. Templeton says:
We often think of them with affectionate solitude, and have for years been anxious to know of their whereabouts. I and my family are very anxious to hear from and see them again, as they are much beloved by the whole family. The wife, Rachel, raised our three daughters, who became very much attached to her. She and her husband are much superior to many of their race. James was a fine caterer, and for some years was steward on steamboats running out of
St. Louis. He was a very faithful and reliable man. He was large, well formed but not very dark. Please give me all the information you can concerning them, for which you will have the sincere and undying gratitude of myself and family.
MR. WILL WILSON OF SOUTH
PITTSBURGH, TENN., WANTS TO
FIND HIS MOTHER MRS. LIZZIE
ROSS.
I am the older son of my mother,
Lizzie Ross, known at Jacksonville,
Ala., Jackson County, on the Wyley
Cotton farm as Lizzie Jack. She
left or was taken from me when I
was a little boy and now I am a man
50 odd years of age. I had a young-
er [younger] brother name John. She then
had only one eye. She is now in the
neighborhood of seventy years. I
have heard recently that she lived at
Gadsden, Ala., and that her husband's
name was Sam Williams and was a
member of the Missionary Baptist
Church. Any body knowing of the
whereabouts of such person above
described will do me a favor to let
me know.
WM. WILSON,
P. O. Box 103, South Pittsburg, Tenn.
MR.EDITOR- I left Tilton Prince
or Whitehead, in St. Charles
parish, Louisiana, during the war.
I was brought to Texas by George
Woodruff. My father's name was
Prince Whitehead. I ask all
preachers to make inquiry for the
above named person, and if found
address me.
JOHN PRINCE.
Spring Hill, Navarro county, Texas.
MR.EDITOR- I wish to find my mother, whom I left in Mobile, Alabama, in 1873, about the 20th of January. Her name is Rhoda Taylor. I have heard since that time, but it has been two years since I have heard from her. Address me at Midway, Texas. AARON TAYLOR
MR.EDITOR--I wish to inquire for my relatives--my mother, sisters and brothers. Sisters were named Milly, Mollie and Jennie Alford. I learn that mother is dead; her name was Diana Alford. I left two or three other sisters behind but I can not think of their names. I was small when I left North Carolina, Walker county. Sister Evaline and I left at the same time, Hayward and Billie Alford. I was given to Miss Howell and then sold to James Nors, he sold me to Mark Jackson. When I left there my name was Stephen Alford, now it is Stephen Jackson. I ask the pastors of North Carolina and Holly Springs, Wake county, N.C., to read this from their pulpit. Any information of any of the above named persons will be thankfully received. Address Stephen Jackson, Hernando, Miss:, in care of Rev. J. M. Nevils.
MR.EDITOR:--I wish to inquire for my parents and kindred. Mother was Mary Avernathen, because she belonged to Mr. Avernathen. Her sister Ann also belonged to him.After the estate was divided she was sold to her husband's owner. Husband was Dickerson, but I do not know his full name or that of his owner. Mother had five children--three girls and two boys. I am the oldest, Rhoda Avernathen. I was taken to Texas and sold to Jerry Lindlay, I married Edward Sanders. Thomas Jeffer.son and Julia Anne died before mother was sold to Jay Lindlay. The next was sitting in a chair on morning and fell out on a hot skillet with coals of fire on it, and they stuck to his face. Then there was Tursa and William Avernathen. My father's name is Turner. I do not know his or his owner's full name. He was sold in war time and went to New Orleans.Grandfather Tomsha had one eye put out by the hooking of an ox, and had two children, China and Jordan. Jordan was the oldest. Address me at Pleasanton, Texas.
RHODA SANDERS.
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
Mrs. Emma Drury of Ensor, Davies Co., Ky.,
would like to know the whereabouts of her
brother Wm Nard or Bosley, who left Owensboro,
Ky., during the war. He is light brown
in complexion, probably forty years old; was
known as Wm. Nard when a boy; but was sold
to Nick Bosley and perhaps changed his name
to Bosley. Any information about the above
named person will be gladly received by his
sister, Mrs. Emma Drury, Ensor, Davies Co., Ky.
Mrs. Esther Stokes, (colored,) living in Ripley, wants information of her son, Commodore Nelson Perry Sidwell Stokes, who ran away from Maysville, Ky., thirteen years ago.
Mrs. Harriet Smith, formerly Mrs. Harriet Russell, desires to hear from her sons, Henry and Llewllyn Russell, who were sold away from her in 1858 by Mr. J. Bruin, Alexandria, Va., to some one in Arkansas, and were last heard from in that State. Address, care Alex. Smith, No. 2 Pierce street, between L and M streets, Washington, D. C.
MRS. JOHN JACKSON—I wish to find my mother
Mrs. John Jackson. I came to Texas in 1866, leav-
ing [leaving] my mother in New Orleans. My mother was
married in 1864 to John Jackson. Her master's
name was Nicholas Coleman a captain in the rebel
army. We at one time lived in St. Martinsville,
La. Address, John Caesar Barber, Waxahachie,
Texas,
MRS. JULIAN CLARK WISHES TO FIND THE
whereabouts of her brothers, Reubin and William
Gibbins: there was four children, Reubin,
Julian, William and America: they were raised in
Hopkins county, Tennessee, by a man named John
Gibbins; the last heard of them John Gibbins had
died and set them free, and Reubin went to Centralia,
Illinois. Any information concerning them
will be gratefully received. JULIAN CLARK,
Marysville, Cal.
Mrs. Logan, of 42 Fleet street, Brooklyn, New York, wishes information of her sister, Mrs. Rebecca Miner, daughter of Jerry Logan. She was carried to Knoxville, Tenn., by Stephen Blackwell, a saddler; while a child she lived in Paris, Virginia. Mrs. Shepherd Blackwell was a Miss Maria Edmonds. Rebecca Miner was bought from Josiah Murray, of Paris, Va. She has a daughter named Mary Miner. Please write to Mrs. Logan, Brooklyn, N. Y.
MRS. Lucinda Norris, daughter of Ma-
ria Ragsdale, wishes to learn the
whereabouts of her mother, who came to
this city to live some time since the rebel-
lion broke out. Mrs. Norris lives in New
Market, Ala. Mrs. Ragsdale can send
word to her daughter by calling on Jack-
son Goldin, Cumberland Hospital, Ward
24. nov25-1m
Mrs. M. J. Brownlee, 230 Jefferson
ave. would be very glad of the
information as to the whereabouts of
her aunt, Mrs. Florence Tally and
her grandmother, Mrs. Jane Goodloe,
who are supposed to be somewhere
in Kansas City, Kansas.
Mrs. Maria Roberson of 124 Demperster street
Evanston, Ill., would like to find her relatives:
They are named Lloyd, Israel and Aaron Mur
ry. Two brothers, John an Levi Murry are
dead. Aaron Murry, my father, died when I
was eight yoars old. Eliza Murry, my mother
died eleven years ago; she died in Baltimore,
Md. Sister Charlotte Murry was sold to a man
named Thomas Barnett, living in Cambridge,
Md. Please send information to me as above.
Mrs. Martha Ashton would like to know the whereabouts of Mrs Mary Ware and her husband Thurban Ware, formerly of Baltimore, Md. When last heard of they were in Chicago. Address L st, near 19th, n. w., Washing- D.C.
Mrs. Martha Johnson, Hemp-
stead [Hempstead], Texas, whose maiden name
was Hoxey, wishes to find her
mother, whose name was Annie
Watkins. She went from Eaton,
Ga., to New Orleans. Her children
were Harry, the oldest, Jim, Rach-
el [Rachel], Maria and Sophie.
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 the
intelligence.
MRS. MARY JOHNSON writes the editor
of THE GAZETTE that she has found her
son Charles, whom she has not seen for
ten years, by advertising in this journal,
and adds: “THE GAZETTE is a great race
newspaper.” The general verdict.
Mrs. Mary Smith wants information of
her mother and father, Thomas and Roda
Hawkins, and her brother Henderson
Hawkins, who was only two years old
when I saw him last. They all belonged
to one Dr. Daniel Johnson, of Philadelphia,
Marion county, Mo., and he sold
them to one Dr. Hawkins, of Memphis,
Tenn, who owned them before they came
to Missouri. Since they went back to
their first owner in Memphis, I have
tried to find them and although I have
not seen my parents for thirty years yet
if they are living I will be happy to learn
of their whereabouts and whether my
brother is living or not. All my relatives
are in the South Direct to Mrs.
Mary Smith Palmyra, Mo, care of Mr
George B. Bennett.
Mrs. Melvina Gilden, my mother,
was left in Longcoy county, Ark.,
in 1863. She belonged to widow
Gildan. Had brothers Jasper, the
oldest, Alexander and Benjamin
Franklin Gildan. I was sold from
Longay county to John Appywhite,
who brought me to Little Rock,
Ark., and sold me to one Vancourt.
I had a sister, Clarasie Gildan. I
was brought to Texas by Mr. Van-
court. I last heard from my moth-
er at Helena, Ark., with my broth-
er Jasper. Send information either
to me at 665 Crockett street, or to
Rev. M. Henson, P.C., St. Paul M.
E. Church, San Antonia, Texas.
FRANK LOWE.
Mrs. Mitchell Replies.
814 St. John St.,
Richmond, Va., June 7, 1905.
To the PLANET:
Joseph Hatcher, who is trying to
locate his child that was last seen at
814 St. John St., knows full well that
his wife came and carried the child
away May 26, 1902. I am glad to
know of his whereabouts, hoping
that he will settle the debt of $44
which he promised to pay for taking
care of the child eleven months. I
am also glad to know that he has decided
to support the child since he
only gave her eight cents and a saucer
of cream while at the above address.
S. MITCHELL
Mrs. Patsey Smith would like to find the
whereabouts of her four children, Frank,
Henry, Jane and Ben. All belonged to a
man by the name of Brown. They were
taken away from him by a man named
Crockett and brought to South Carrollton,
Ky., on Green River. Ben was left in Holly
Springs, Miss; he has not been heard from.
Frank, Henry and Jane were carried from
South Carrollton, Ky, by a Negro trader by
the name of Corbin. They have not been
heard of since. My maiden name was P tsey
Crockett. Any informotion concerning the
above four persons will be thankfully re-
ceived [received] by their mother, Patsey Smith, Cen-
tral [Central] City, Mo.
Mrs. Sarah Hooper, of Hamburg street,
Baltimore, Md., would like to hear from her mother
and sisters. Her mother's name was Mrs.
Hester Kennard; she had three daughters and one
son. Her son's name is John Brown, and his
sisters names are Mary and Charlotte Brown
Mrs. Hester Kennard lived in Chattanooga,
Tenn. She has not heard from her mother for
some time. Please address Mrs Sarah Hooker,
at 153 Hamburg street, Baltimore, Md.
MRS. THERESA SMITH writes from
Oil City, making inquiries concern-
ing [concerning] the whereabouts of James Alexan-
der [Alexander], colored, and an old soldier, to
whose material interest it will be to
report at that place at once—there is
money in bank for him.
Mrs. Viney Chouteau would like to know the
whereabouts of her children's sons, Joseph,
George and Tolbert Chouteau, and grand son,
Moses Jerrow's daughters, Mary Sibley, who
was taken away by my sister, Matilda Hicklin,
and Harriet Chouteau. I live in Cherokee Creek
and Osage Nation, and at Humbolt. The last
time I saw my children was at Humbolt during
the raid of Capt. Miller and some of Prices'
men, two years before the war;any information
will be thankfully received by Mrs. Viney
Chouteau ; 5421 Pennsylvania avenue, St. Louis, Mo.
My brother Charles belonged
first to Mason French in Warren
Co., Tenn., but was sold to John
Darden, who took him to either
Arkansas or Texas, since which we
have had no word from him. Our
mother also belonged to French,
but our father, who was named
Adam, belonged to Dr. Young, of
Nashville, Any information
concerning brother Charles will be
most thankfully received. Address
William Henderson Young, Lebanon,
Tenn., care Rev. Jos. Smith.
My daughter, Luna Fitch was
carried away from here by her owner
in 1864. Any information concerning
her will be thankfully received.
Address Frances Fitch,
care Rev. H. Heslup, Durant, Miss.
My family belonged to Mr. Bennett,
in Charleston, S. C. and we had
his name. I do not remember my
father. My mother's name was
Nancy; she died at Bennett's. I
had a sister Eliza, and another sister
Frances. Bennett sold us just
before the war to a slave dealer
named Anker, and we were separated.
Our grand-parents were Jacob
and Milly Roberson, and they lived
at Beaufort, S.C. I had two aunts
named Mary and Hester Bennett
and three of my uncles were Joseph,
Benjamin and Peter Roberson. I
was sold by Anker to Mr. Dean in
Tennessee. I will receive any in-
formation concerning my dear relatives
most thankfully. Address
Solomon Dean, Nolensville, Tennessee.
My family belonged to Mr. Mat.
Brown, at Nashville, Tennessee. I
was taken away from them when I
was a small child-my father was
then dead. My mother was named
Bettie, and she had three other
children, James, Emily and Jordan,
and I had other relatives named
Moses, Scott, George, Alexander
and Rebecca. I will be thankful
for any word concerning them. Ad-
dress Mary Cliff, Houston, Texas.
My father and mother were
Samuel and Leona Rhodes. The
other children were Mary Jane,
Eliza Nelson, Jordan, John and
Wilson, We belonged to Stephen
and Nancy Johnson, who lived about
ten miles from Richmond Virginia.
I will be thankful for information
concerning any of my relations.
Address me at Shreveport, La.,
care of St. Paul's M.E. Church.
MALINDA RHODES JONES.
My mother was Mary Insley. My
sisters were named Frances, Nancy,
Lucinda and Mahala, and my brothers
Carroll, Prince, Oliver and Robert.
I was sold away from them at
Nashville, Tenn., in 1854. Any information
concerning them will be
thankfully received. Address Adeline
Williams, Goliad, Texas.
My mother's name is Lucinda Yarndle, and
I had one half-brother named John and an own
brother named Nelson. I have two half-sisters,
Sarah and Mary. My father died when I was
four years old, in Knox county, Tennessee. My
father's name was Harry Lamb. The last time
I saw them was in Lawrence, Kan. I wrote to
them from Missoula, but did not hear from
them. Address, H. Lamb, Kalispel, Mont.
My mother's name was Millie; I
had three sisters; Amanda, Martha,
and Ann and one brother, Benjamin.
We belonged to James Johnson,
at Spring Creek, Madison Co.,
Tennessee. Johnson sold me to a cousin
of his by the same name, who
brought me to Mississippi, and so
separted me from my family. I
once heard that mother had been at
Harrison, Georgia. Address Susan
Smith, Pontotoc, Mississippi.
My mother, whose name was
Leona, and my two brothers, James
and Wilson, belonged to Mr. Barnard
Hoe at Alexandria, Virginia.
While I was quite small, they were
sold to two speculators named
Bowen and Burgess. I will be
thankful for any word concerning
them. Address Mrs. Charlotte
Young, Franklin, Tennessee, P.O.
Box 57.
My name is Martha Tur[undecipherable] native of Weekly county,[undecipherable] near Nashville. My mothe[undecipherable] named Frances Mahuldy. [undecipherable] three brothers The oldest o[undecipherable] named Tom, next Joe, and C[undecipherable] Also two sisters. One was [undecipherable] Frances the other Catherin[undecipherable] my name is Martha. I used [undecipherable] long to Henry Meus. Please [undecipherable] information to Rev. Ernest [undecipherable] pastor of Simpson Chapel, [undecipherable] Orleans, La.
My old master was Basil Gordon,
of Falmouth, Virginia. He bought
two of us, Rosana and myself
(Lucy), from the Baileys. My
mother, who was Mrs. Bayley's
cook, was afterward sold to Dr.
Geo. Carmichael, of Fredricksburg,
and when I last heard of her, was
called Mary Carmichael. I had
one brother named James Mason.
My other kindred belonged to the
Gordon and Bailey families mentioned.
I shall be thankful for information
concerning any of them.
Address Lucy Patterson, Jefferson,
Texas.
My parents were George and
Emily Smith, and formerly lived in
Bath Co., Kentucky. My father
Belonged to Ben Smith, but was
sold to Jim Stone, I had two brothers
named Barry and Marion. I
will be thankful for information
concerning any of them. Address
William Smith, Hallettsville,
Lavacca Co,, Texas.
My people belonged to Charles
Humphries, at Livingston, La. My
father was named Henry and my
mother Kate. My brothers and sisters
were Paul, Henry, Rachael, and
Martha. I was brought away by a
Baptist preacher named William
Bayliss. Who can tell me of my
people? Address, Sallie Fort, Hernando,
Miss.
my relatives will confer a favor by addressing any information in care of G Q Thorndyke, Esq.
Burrill Mundy,
Newport, Rhode Island
My sister was named Jenny,
and my brothers James, Shade, Steven
and Jordan. We belonged to Murdoch
McQueen, in Alabama, and
were separated three years before
the war. Address Mrs. Candace
Campbell, Nevasota, Grimes Co.,
Texas.
My sisters and myself were
brought to Texas from Georgia by
Abram Hill in 1849. When he
died next year we were separated.
Sisters Clara and her two children,
Randall and Laura, were sold to
Mr. Michael, who sent them to
Waco. Sister Lucy, and her three
children, Viney, Eliza, and Warren,
were sold to Mr. Pierson at Rusk,
My name is Pink. Address
Mrs. P.S. Wilkinson, Centerville,
Leon Co., Texas.
My two sisters, named, one of
them Sarah Catharine and the other
Frances, and myself belonged to
Selia Hunt, in Lexington, Ky., and
we had the name of Hunt. Our
mistress married Jim Crane, and he
sold both my sisters. It is one of
them, Sarah Catharine, that I desire
to find. Please address Rev. W. W.
Brown, Marshall, Texas.
My two sons, Coleman McCowan
and Taylor McCowan, left this place
with the federal army in 1864.
Any information concerning them
will be thankfully received. Address
Louis McCowan, care Rev. P. Blue,
Oxford, Miss.
My wife was Anna Sample, and
our son was named George
Washington. We lived at Cameron,
Milam Co., Texas. I was then
Ben. Buckholt, as I belonged to a
lawyer of that name. I was separated
from my wife and child during
the war, and will be thankful for
information concerning them. Ad-
dress Benjamin McCullough, care
Rev. C. L. Madison, Austin, Texas.
N
NANCY MOOMAN. — I wish to find my sister
the last time I saw her was in Mead County, Ky.
Last I heard of her she was in Litchfield, Ky.
My father's name was Enoch Mooman. Any in-
formation [information] of her whereabouts will be thankfully
received. Address, Second Baptist Church, New
Albany Ind.
Navasota, Grimes Co., Texas.
EDITOR SOUTHWESTERN :- I wish to
make inquiries of my sister Fanny
McQueen. Her husband's name is
Allen. My name is Kansas McQueen
I left sister Fanny in Alabama. I
was brought to Louisiana by Murderick
McQueen. I have two brothers
and one sister here with me,
Shack, Jim and Harriett. Our mother's
name was Nancy. She died in
Alabama. We were owned by McQueen,
and brought to Texas by William
Moore. I left an Aunt in Alabama
named Lizzie. She has three
sons in Texas, Edward, Henry and
William. KANSAS CAMPBELL,
Wife of Alexander Campbell.
NEGRO FINDS MAN HE
SERVED IN WAR
Search of Nearly Fifty Years Ends
Successfully for Old Negro.
Pueblo, Col.––A revival of old mem-
ories [memories], harking back to the ante-bellum
days, when he as a boy was sold many
times on the auction block as a chat-
tel [chattel], and finally at the age of 17, learn-
ed [learned] of the war to free the negroes, he
escaped from his master and found
refuge in a camp of Federal soldiers,
was occasioned to the mind of Rev.
J. Preston Watson by the receipt of a
letter from Thomas Gannon, an old
soldier now residing at Monte Vista,
Colo.
It was Gannon, then a First Lieu-
tenant [Lieutenant] in the Ninth Missouri Cavalry
and later promoted to Captain, 54
years ago, who formed a liking for the
fugitive colored boy and took him in.
Throughout the war until the close
four years later, Watson remained
with Gannon. Then they separated,
with the understanding that Watson
was to go to Gannon's home and un-
der [under] his instructions. learn the tinner's
trade.
But alternating circumstances inter-
vened [intervened]. Although in the intervening
years each frequently tried to find a
trace of the other, their efforts prov-
ed [proved] in vain until two years ago Wat-
son [Watson], then a veteran pastor, who had
done nearly 40 years' service for the
African Methodist church, learned
that Capt. Gannon was living near
Leadville. This being in the district
which Watson toured as presiding el-
der [elder], he renewed his search, and fin-
ally [finally] found Capt. Gannon, a feeble,
gray haired man.
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
NEW ADVERTISEMENTS
INFORMATION WANTED
Of one Harriet Hayes, col'd, my daughter,
now aged 31 years, who lived with Mr. Joe
Hayes, 6 miles from Raleigh, on the Chapel
Hill Road, and was taken to Richmond,
Va., sold in 1863, and who then had a son
and daughter, Mansa and Helen. Any in-
formation [information] of their whereabouts will be
gratefully received.
Mary Williams, Col'd
care of Robert Williams.
fe25-2t* Apex, N.C.
New Advertisements.
Stolen.
ON FRIDAY NIGHT, AT THE MARKET WHARF, MY
son, General Rouse, about ten years of age. He is supposed
to have been taken on board a vessel and carried to
Hyde Co. Any information of his whereabouts will be
thankfully received by me.
July 25-3t DANIEL ROUSE
NICODEMUS JOHNSON. — Would like to know the whereabouts of my brother Nicodemus Johnson a native of Philadelphia, Pa. When last heard from was in New York. Address Wm. S, Johnson 331 Dryades street, New Orleans, La. 5-28-92.
NOTICE
Information is wanted of Mr. Cajah Burnett,
formerly of Goldsboro', North Carolina: When
last heard from he was in Brooklyn, New York.
Also, of John Sermons, formerly of Newbern,
North Carolina. Any information of either, or
both of these gentlemen, will be thankfully re-
ceived by WILLIAM BURNETT,
Goldsboro', North Carolina.
NOTICE
Information wanted of Matilda Waters, who
formerly belonged to a man by the name of
Levin Waters, of Princess Ann, Somerset Co.,
Maryland. She was married to Jeremy Horsey.
She had four children when I saw her last, about
thirty years ago. Also, of my brother, Simon
Cater, or Simon Waters. I should like to hear
from him. Also, of Rinaldo Turner, Sandy An-
derson and Wm. Handy. Any information of
the whereabouts of the said persons can be sent
to the Book Store, No. 619 Pine St., Philadel-
phia-- or to HAMILTON E. WATERS,
Erie, Pennsylvania.
NOTICE
Information wanted of my two brothers Nel-
son, and Wesley Smothers, and my six sisters,
Mary Ann Russell, Harriet, Matilda, Elizabeth,
Henrietta, and Cornelia Smothers.
They formerly belonged to Ruth Rigla, who
resided two miles from the Old Harper's Ferry
Road, Frederick County, Md.
In 1837, we were all sold to South Carolina.
I have not seen them since. Any information
will be thankfully received by
Rev. CYRUS BOEY,
Oswego, N. Y.
Oct. 28--1mo.
NOTICE
Mrs. Letty Willis, of Frederick, Md., who has
for many years done service in the family of Mr.
Christian Getzendenner, of the same place, wishes
to hear from her sister, Sophia Butler, wife of
Mr. Lewis Butler. When last heard from, they
were in Chambersburg, Penna., lately reduced to
ashes by the rebels. Any information concern-
ing this family will be most thankfully received.
Address,
Rev. BENJAMIN T. TANNER,
Frederick, Maryland.
NOTICE
MR. EDITOR: -- Dear Sir: You will do me a
very great favor if you will publish this state-
ment in your paper:
Andrew Baylis, a freedman, who left, in Do-
ver, Tenn., a wife by the name of Betsy Robin-
son, is now in West Jefferson, Madison County,
Ohio.
Any information as to her whereabouts will
be thankfully received.
Direct to West Jefferson, Ohio,
Andrew Baylis.
August 5th, 1864.
NOTICE
Cinda White, desires to hear of the
whereabouts of her Children, Sally, Jane,
and Hercules, Hercules was sold in Atlanta
by Jack Wallace, about three years ago and
taken to Tennessee: the girls was sold to
James McDaniel in Thomaston Ga. about
the same time. Address; Lucinda White,
Duncan St Charleston So. Ca
NOTICE
Wanted To Find Relatives
Some one of Nashville please tell me
the whereabouts of one Mrs Bell Lee
Chapman, the sister of Mr Ben F Batts
of Nashville. Write me at Katie, I. T,
and oblige. KING LEE CHAPMAN
NOTICE INFORMATION.- Wanted of Charlotte Carr, daughter of Sally Carr, formerly owned by Captain Howard, in Charleston, S.C. Was when last heard from, 15 miles morf Montgomery Ala. Answer at Charleston, care of South Carolina Leader.
NOTICE OF INQUIRY.
To the Many Readers of the Globe.
I inquire for the whereabouts of
one Linard Wilson. He was born
and reared in Nashville. I have
not heard from him for seven years.
If any one can inform me of his
whereabouts I will appreciate it to
the highest.
Yours truly,
MRS LIZZIE WILSON,
3402 Pine St.,
St. Louis Mo.
NOTICE TO BRAHAM HICKS!
I HAVE NOT HEARD FROM MY HUSBAND,
Braham Hicks, since October, 1866. He
left Wake county in August, 1866. I would be
glad to hear from him, if alive. He was in Harnett
county when I last heard from him. Address
Standard office.
MARTHA HICKS.
Raleigh, June 1. 30--tf.
Notice to Jeff Prior.
Riley Driver, a colored man, de-
sires [desires] information of his son who, before
the war, was called Jeff Prior. He
lived in Pike county, Georgia, when
last heard from, about three years ago.
Also would be glad to hear from his
sister. Rosana Driver, who lived in
the same county. Riley Driver lives
in North Topeka Kansas. Georgia
papers please notice or copy.
NOTICE TO LOUISIANA MINSTERS.
Please read the letter of inquiry in
your churches. Information wanted of
Betsy Siphiro. When she left Florida she
had six children whose names were James,
Stephen, Hetty, Leah, Minty and Orman.
They left this country with a man by the
name of Fuller. They came from Maryland
to Florida and were sold in Louisiana. Any
information sent to me will be gladly re-
ceived. MOSES ROBERTS.
Tallahassee, Fla.
Bishop H. M. Turner, 504 3d St., S. E., Wash
ington, D. C.
Bishop T. M D Ward, Anacosta, D. C.
Rev M. F. Sluby 1610 Bulah St. Philadel
phia.
NOTICE!
PETER AND PEGGY VINSON, (COLORED,)
of Halifax County, wish to obtaln information of
their child, named Emma, commonly called
"Poss." She formerly belonged to Mr. Chas.
Henderson, of Mississippi, and was brought and
left by him in Lincolnton, N. C.
She is dark complected, and about fourteen
years of age. Any information will be gladly re-
ceived [received] by her parents at Brinkleyville, Halifax
County, N. C., or by Caroline Hays, Exchange
Hotel, Raleigh. may 11--tf
Notice! I am desirous to find the where-
abouts [wherabouts] of my cousin, Mrs. M. A. Robinson. The
last I heard of her she was keeping a grocery
store in Indianapolis. Her husband's name
is Edward Robinson. I am all alone in the
world, and am anxious to find her. Address
Mrs. Lizzie Taylor, Jamestown, P. O. Rhode
Island.
Notice! Notice!!
I want to know the whereabouts of
one, Rev. J H Braby, a local preacher,
who left Elrod Ala., last year. When
last heard of he was in some part of
Georgia. If he can be found, he is heir
to some property near here. Any infor-
mation [information] concerning him will be gladly
received. Write to F M J Mashaw
Box 381 Ensley, Ala.
Notice! Notice!! Notice!!!
The whereabouts of Mrs. Ann Payne,
who formerly lived on Targee street
now known as Johnson street, is desired
by her sister, Mrs. Susie McGurth,
living at 1546 South Second street. She
would be pleased to find her.
NOTICE!!
Any information as to the whereabouts
of my brother Albert Edmonds
will be gladly received by me Thomas
Lee Edmond, 515 W. Franklin St., Richmond,
Va., his father, Warner Edmonds
having died it is important that I should
hear from him in time.
4.21.2t. THOS. EDMONDS.
NOTICE---Any one furnishing the
correct address and whereabouts of Ed-
ward [Edward] Hayne (colored) formerly a resi-
dent [resident] of Jackson, Mississippi, will be
paid $2.50 by conveying said informa-
tion [information] to Joe Skinner, Clarksdale, Texas.
3113t.
NOTICE.
INFORMATION WANTED.--Stephen
Calhoun, and his mother, Judy Calhoun,
who came from Franklin county, N. C., about
25 or 30 years ago, desire information concerning their relatives. viz: Sarah, Indiana. Silia,
Harriett and Estha, sisters of Judy Calhoun,
and Ransom, Mark, Matthews, Squire, and
Welcom, brothers of Judy Calhoun ; Simon,
father, and Louisa, mother, of Judy Calhoun.
Said parties formerly belonged to Jere F. Per-
ry [Perry], Franklin county, N. C. Also, Jordan, the
father of Stephen, and his uncles Stephen,
Dan and Jimmy. Any one able to give infor-
mation [information] concerning either of the parties, will
confer a favor by writing to Stephen Calhoun,
or to H. G. McCall, Union Srpings, Ala.
dec21 2w STEPHEN CALHOUN.
Notice.
Dear Friends:
I wish to know the where
bouts of my father, John Draper, the
husband of Roda Draper, who is dead.
I formerly belonged to Sam'l Hardgrove
and was sold to Bill Wallace,
who brought me to Tennessee.
Any information will be highly appreciated
and well rewarded.
Address,
JOSEPHINE DRAPER GRIFFY,
Knoxville, Tenn.,
Care Republican Eagle, Box 765.
Notice.
I desire to know the where abouts of
my mother. My master's name was
John Winn of Richmond. He was
cashier of the Manchester Bank at one
time. My mother was the slave of R.
E. Nelson and her name was Susan
Collins. They told me my name was
John Robinson when I was brought
north. I was too young to know. I
named myself Hatter, and when I was
in Richmond in 1876 to see my old
master he told me my real name. My
mother was sold farther south. Any
information will be thankfully
received.
JOHN R HATTER,
Franklinville, Catt Co., N.Y.
NOTICE.
I would like to hear from my sister
who at last account was living in
Richmond, Va. Her maiden name was
Susanna Robinson, but I learn now she is
married and that her husband's name
is Christopher H. Gordan. Any
information about the above mentioned
party would be gladly received by
JOHN ROBINSON,
329 N. 5th St., East St. Louis'
Notice.
I would like to hear from my sisters
Emily and Sarah Smith. They did
belong to Mrs Jessie Hare of Lynchburg
Va. Any Information about the above
named parties will be gladly received
by Mrs Mary C. Smith, at Mrs Fred
Meyers, 716 W. Franklin St. Richmond
Va.
NOTICE.
Information is wanted of my mother, Sa-
rah Thomas, and two brothers, Henry and
John Thomas, and sister Lizzie Thomas. I
left them in Washington City about forty
years ago, and some relatives named Cos-
ton's I was very small at that time. Ad-
dress WILLIAM THOMAS,
No. 123 College street, Nashville, Tenn
NOTICE.
Information is wanted of my two sisters,
brother and father. My father's name is
Lewis Kingslow. When last heard from he
was in Hopkinsville, Ky., with my sister,
Eliza Jane, My other sister's name is
Evelina. She and my brother lived in Mad-
isonville, Ky. Any information of their
whereabouts will be thankfully received.
Address, LEWIS EDWIN KINGSLOW,
Wilkesbarre, Pa.
July 23-4t.
NOTICE.
Information wanted of John Barclay,
who went from Charleston, S.C. to Canada
with Prof. Andrew Miller to be educated in
the 12th year of his age, about the year
1854 or '5, is now if living about 28 years
old. When last heard from, about eleven
years ago, he was in England on board of
an American vessel, Capt. Richards, Liver-
pool. Any information concerning him will
be thankfully received by his mother.
Address,
MERIAH JOHNSON.
Morrison's Mills, Orange Creek,
Alachna Co., East Florida.
July 16 - 2 wks.
NOTICE.
Looking for Lost Relatives.
Information of the whereabouts of
Lula Suber will be appreciated by
her brother, who now lives in Kansas.
He would like to hear from her.
When last heard of she was living in
Columbia, S. C., in 1878 on Wheelers
Hill. Mail any information concerning
her to the Plaindealer Office, Topeka,
Kansas.
NOTICE.
About twenty years ago Franklin
Farra and Sarah Farra, children of
Henry Farra, who lived in Fayette
county, Kentucky, were taken to Mis-
souri, by a family named McDaniel or
McDowell, and have not been heard
from since. Their father is dead, leav-
ing them or their children some pro-
perty ; and I desire, as Executor of his
will, to find them or their children.
Any information in regard to the
above parties will be thankfully re-
ceived by
JAMES TURNER, Lexington, Ky.,
Executor.
(May 27--1m)
NOTICE.
Edward Laggan, (generally called Ned
Laggan), wishes to know the whereabouts
of his daughter, Sarah Laggan, who did
belong to the Allston family, and lived in
South Carolina, on Pee Dee, Georgetown
county. When last heard from was in
Brooklyn, New York. Her mother's name
when she left here, was Betsey Rainey. A
letter in care of the Rev. A. T. Carr, George-
town, South Carolina, will find her father,
EDWARD LAGGAN.
March 26, 1870--1m.
NOTICE.
Information is wanted by the undersigned,
concerning one Emily Helms, or if dead her
heirs; she was the daughter of Matilda
Whiteworth, by her first husband, Lewis
Helms. Said Lewis and Matilda Helms,
were formerly of Nashville, Tennessee, or
its immediate neighborhood, from which
place, Emily Helms was sold, when she was
about eleven years old, some twenty-five
years ago (about 1844), and taken to the
State of Mississippi. Pastors of colored con-
gregations who may see this notice, will
confer a great favor by reading it to their
assembled congregations. Information ad-
dressed to Wm. FLETCHER, Attorney at Law,
Kalamazoo, Mich.
(Drawer 80.) June 18th, '70, 6m.
NOTICE.
Jacob Galloway, formerly belonging to Samuel
Clarke, in Staunton, Augusta County, Virginia.
now lives in Wilmington, Delaware. If his
children, Moses, William, Elizabeth and Isaac
are living and see this, he desires them to write
to him at Wilmington, Del. jan27-tm1.
NOTICE.
Does any of our readers know of the
whereabouts of Steve Martin, who
twelve years ago was employed in a
Des Moines bank? His sister, who is
now Mrs. Sarah Borras, of 312 West
Third street, Leadville, Colorado, wishes
to find him.
NOTICE.
I am writing to find my mother and
sister. My mother's name was Canddis
Spattly, and my sister's name was
Manervie Sprattly. I have been away
every since the war closed. I got one
letter from them long ago when I
entered Pennsylvania. I was born at
Surrey Court-house, Va Aunty Spratty.
I left my mother and sister in
Richmond, Va., at the close of the war.
If anyone know them notify them
about my whereabouts, and your
kindness will never be forgotten.
Address,
Sandy Sprattly, rear 73 43rd St ,
Pittsburg, Pa.
G-22-4t.
Notice.
I desire to know the whereabouts of
my brother, Aaron Gordon. He lived
on Church Hill. Any information of
him will be gladly received.
RANDOLPH MILLER,
805 1/2 E. 8th St , Chattanooga, Tenn.
NOTICE.
I desire to obtain information relative to my
daughter Margaret Ann Elizabeth Clemez. we
were brought from Marion Perry county Ala.
estate of Dr. Frank Hales to Friendship coun-
ty [county] No. Ca. here we seperated. I left her in the
hands of a speculator entitled James Gartner, any
party knowing of her whereabouts will please
inform me by letter or otherwise, at Calhoun St
opposite A. M. E. Church Charleston So. Ca
Mary Simon
NOTICE.
TO ALL WHOM IT MAY CONCERN
Lincoln Hospital for Freedmen,
Savannah, Ga., May 31st, '66.
There is in this hospital an old colored woman
by the name of Hester Aikins, which latter
name she received from the fact that she was
owned by one Mr. Aikins, of S. C. ; but she
claims to be a niece of Rev. Richard Allen, for-
merly a Bishop of the A. M. E. Church, and
says she was brought from the State of Pennsyl-
vania when slavery existed there. Her father's
name was Anthony.
Pastors of churches please take notice.
A. E AUGUSTA, M. D.,
Surgeon in charge 3d U. S. C. T.
NOTICE.
To those who have made inquiry in
regards to the address of W. H. Mil-
ligan [Milligan], G. M. of Grand Lodge of Iowa
and Jurisdiction, we would state that
a letter addressed, R. F. D. No. 2,
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, will reach him.
Notice—Information Wanted.
Henry Wright, a colored resident of Knox-
ville, desires to hear of some of his chil-
dren or relatives, whom he left at Fairfax
Court House, Culpepper county, Va., sev-
eral years ago. He belonged to Judge
John C, Greene, of that place, while his
wife, Betsy, belonged to Mr. John Stone,
who lived twelve miles from the Court
House. Wright's children were named
Charles, James, Mina, Lucinda, Malinda,
George, Isaac, Kate and Hampton. Any
information directed to Henry Wright,
Knoxville, Tenn., will reach him.
O
O.B. Armstrong, Punta Gorda, Fla., en-
listed [enlisted] at Camp Casey, Va., July 27, 186[?]
in the 2d U.S.C.T., and served as First
Sergeant, Co. D, until mustered out Jan.
16, 1866, at Washington, D.C., and would
like to hear from any of his old comrades.
He will answer their letters.
Oct. 2 - 4t
Information wanted of my daugh-
ter, Eliza Dicky. She formerly be-
longed to John D. Bryant, of North
Carolina. Send information to
NANCY BRYANT,
No. 215 S. College st, Nashville, Tenn.
Oct. 2-3t.
Of Alex. Lofflin, who used to belong to John Lofflin, and was in Murfreesboro when last heard from. Any information of him will be thankfully received by addressing Colored Tenessean, Box 1150, Nashville, Tenn.
DAVID LOFFLIN,
Five miles south of Franklin, Tenn.
Jan 20-2m
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.
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.
Of Byrd Keller by his daughter, who
is at present living in this city. She
wishes for him to come and take her to
his home. When last heard from he was
in or near Bowling Green. Ky, The de-
sired information can be addressed in care
of this office, Box 1150, Nashville, Tenn.,
for MARTHA KELLER.
feb10-1m
Of Henry and Elizabeth Normant, and
their children, Nelson, Lemon, Gran-
ville, Virginia and Parthenia who form-
erly belonged to James Normant, and
who are supposed to be still living in or
near Nashville. Any information con-
cerning these parties will be thankfully
received at 71 Aberdeen street, Chicago,
by MATILDA CLAIBORNE.
feb10-2t
Of Maria Gant, daughter of Levi and
Maria Gant, born in Allegheny Co.,
Md. and belonged to Jamieson family,
sold to Missouri and thence further
south out of the hands of Thos. Davis.
Rebecca Gant, Allegheny Co., Md. be-
longed to Jno H. Hobbleston, Floss
burg, formerly to Jamieson Family.
William Gant Allegheny Co. Md., Ja-
mieson family, sold South. Levi Gant,
Cumberland, Allegheny Co., Md., be-
longed to Albert Grosss, and was by the
latter, with his little sister PRISCILLA,
sold South. Any person giving such
information as will discover any of the
above persons will confer a great favor
upon their parents, and any of the above
persons, communicating with Wm. H.
Smallwood, Jackson, Mississippi.
Of Mrs. Jane Fuller of Charleston, S.C.
She formerly lived at Baptist town, near the
Battery, and was a member of the New Baptist
Church in Church Street, south of Tradd.
Any information concerning her will be
thankfully received by her son B.S. Fuller,
who is a resident of Honolulu. Address
in care of P.A. Bell, Editor Elevator. [null]
Missionary Record, Charleston, S.C.
copy one month and send bill to this office
Of my father, Chas. Glenn, also my
mother, Sarah Glen; also my sister
Ludie; also my brothers Scott and
Peter. They lived near Chicken-
town, Campbell Co., Va. They be-
longed to a man named Glenn. Any
information please address - Sallie
Glenn, box 192.
Of my mother Isabella, my sister
Sallie, and of my aunt Parthenia,
and of my grandmother, named Min-
na. I left them in Georgia about
thirty years ago. They belonged to
a man named Joe Marshall; my
mother belonged to a man named
Wm. Bell. They lived near Green
Brier Meeting House - Any informa-
tion address, Jas. Bell, Helena, Ark.
Of my son Watson. He was sent
to Avery College, by Rev. Hiram
Revels in the care of John Peck.
Any information, please address--
Agnes Taylor, care of Rev. Early.
Of my son, Daniel 15 or 16 years of
age, who formerly belonged to Clinton
Williams, Marshal county, Ten., and
subsequently to Harvey McRory. When
last heard from was in Memphis, Tenn.
I am at present living at Unionville, Bed-
ford county, Tenn. where I can be ad-
dressed, or the desired information can be
sent to the Colored Tennessean, Box 1150,
Nashville, Tenn.
feb10-1m ROBERT WILLIAMS.
OF my son, William Howard, who
formerly lived in Kingston, Ga. When
last heard from was in Chattanooga, but is
supposed to have started for Nashville.
He is 19 years of age, with yellow com-
plexion. I am at present living at Col.
Stanley's Chattanooga, Tenn., where I can
be addressed, or the desired information
can be directed to the Colored Tennessean.
jan 13-1m SUSAN HOWARD.
Of my sons, George, William, and Bearty
Lewis. George was born in 1848;
Bearty was born 1853, in Culpepper coun-
ty, Va. In 1858, they went to the Eastern
Shore of Virginia with Mrs. Nottingham.
In 1860, they went to Petersburgh, Va,
In 1855, I came to Tennessee with Mrs.
Hemps, and now reside in Williamson
county, Tenn.
jan20-3m ELIZA ANN RATLIF.
Of my two sonss, Sidney and Harrison
who belonged to Clem. Cannon, who
formerly lived in Shelbyville, Bedford
county Tenn., and were sold to Goodbar.
a trader, and when last heard from were
in Montgomery, Ala. The oldest one is
about 26 years of age. My name is Sidney.
When they left I belonged to a man by the
name of Elliott. Information of them
will be thankfully received by myself or
their mother, whose name is Eliza Can-
non [Cannon]. Please address Colored Tennesseean,
Box 1150.
Jan13-1m SYDNEY ELLIOTT.
Of my uncle, Caesar Emanuel,
and my brother, Richard Spencer.
My uncle formerly belonged to the
Reese Estate, and when last heard
from he was in Cartersville, Ga.
My brother belonged to the Protestant
methodist Church, and when
last heard from he was preaching
on the Georgetown circuit. Information
will be thankfully received
by Rev. J. McKenzie Harrison,
pastor of Salem circuit, Manning,
Clarendon county, S. C.
Of our five children, whom we have not seen for four years. Their names are as follows, viz: Josephine, aged 20 years; Cella, aged 14 years; Caroline, aged 13 years; Ellen, aged 10 years, and Augusta, aged 8 years. They were in Charlotte, N.C., or at Rock Hill when we last heard from them. Any information concerning these children will be thankfully received by their mother. Our address is, Augusta, Ga. AUGUSTUS BRYANT, LUTITIA BRYANT. N. B.--These persons were formerly owned by John L. and Virginia Moon, of Augusta, Ga. nov4-3m
OF Sarah Moore, aged about 22 years.
When last heard from she belonged
to a man named Seymour Taylor, who
lived about 5 miles from Clinton, La.--
Also, of Wm. Moony, who belonged to
one Joseph Rowly, near the above place.
I am very anxious to hear from the above
named persons, and any one sending me
the desired information will confer a
great obligation upon their mother. The
information should be sent to Augusta,
Ga. ELIZA MOORE.
nov4-3m
Of the following named persons:
John Moppins, Henry Moppins, Alfred
Moppins, Della Moppins, Annie
Moppins, Charles Wells, George
Wells and Carter Wells, who are
supposed to be in Missouri. Any
information concerning them will
be thankfully received by Mrs.
Eliza Moppins, 1610 3rd St., West
Superior, Wis.
Of two brothers and one sister,
whose names are Ambrose Dudley
Carrol, Phelix Gurry Carol and
Polina Carrol, respectively. Our
former owner was Foster Mundy,
who sold them to a Negro trader.
Any information concerning them
will be thankfully received by Mrs.
Adeline Sanders, Owenton, Ky.
OLD "MAMMY" ASKS AID
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Ex-Slave, 101 Years Old, Wants
Mayor to Find Relatives.
Many quaint letters filled with unusual
requests are received by the Mayors of
cities, and since taking office Mayor Preston
has received his share.
One that came yesterday from New Orleans
from a colored woman, who signed
herself Ann Whaley, touched the Mayor
deeper than any he has received.
The writer states that she is 101 years
old and was an ex-slave, her mother having
belonged to a Capt. Peter Whaley of this
city. She asked the Mayor to find her
relatives or some members of the Whaley
family, stating that she was anxious to see
some of "her people," white or black, before
she died. The Mayor forwarded the
letter to Marshal Farnan with a request
that the Police Department endeavor to
supply the information desired.
The letter follows:
"Mayor's Pahlor, Baltimore, Md.:
"Your Honor--You will kindly inform
me if you can of the whereabouts of my
relatives living in your city. My mother's
name was Minta Whaley. She was owned
by Capt. Peter Whaley. I am 101 years of
age to the best of my knowledge. There
are relatives of mine living in your city or
some of their posterity. I am very anxious
to get in direct correspondence with them.
Anything you can do for me, an ex-slave,
will be highly appreciated.
"This is the only way left open to me.
You will kindly locate for me the Whaley
family, if that is more convenient for you.
I am anxious to see some of my people,
white or black, before I die. Humbly
yours, "ANN WHALEY.
"2000 Conti street, N.O., La."
OLD, BUT STILL LOVING.
Remated After a Separation of Thirty
Years.
CRUEL SLAVERY DAYS.
Uncle Green and Aunt Prudence Go Down to the
Grave Together After All.
[Special to the EXAMINER.]
VERSAILLES (Ky.), February 5. -- A marriage
ceremony in the colored Methodist Church
here to-day developed in an ante-bellum ro-
mance [romance] of more than the usual Enoch Arden
tendencies.
The contracting parties were Uncle Green
Morgan, seventy years old, and Aunt Prudence
Croan, sixty-eight. It was the second marriage
between the two. In 1858, during slavery days,
Prudence Morgan, the slave wife of Green
Mor-
gan [Morgan] of this place, was sold to a Louisiana plan-
ter [planter], separated from her husband and taken
south.
YEARS ROLLED ON.
The war came and ended. Slavery became a
thing of the past, but Morgan never heard of
his wife. Finally he gave her up for dead and
married again. By this wife he had several
children, all now grown up, two of them mar-
ried [married] and with families of their own.
Last year the second Mrs. Morgan died.
Uncle Green began to primp and look out for a
third matrimonial partner, when one day he re-
ceived [received] a letter with a Texas postmark.
HEARD FROM AT LAST.
It proved to be from the first wife, sold thirty
years ago as a slave- She was alone and well,
and wanted to join Green. She casually men-
tioned [mentioned] that she had married a man named Brown
after the war and had emigrated to Texas and
raised a family. Brown had died a few months
ago and the children had married.
Morgan at once sent for Prudence, and she ar-
rived [arrived] here last week. It was necessary, of course,
to have another marriage ceremony performed,
and this was done yesterday.
Our family belonged to Black
Hardeman, in Washington county,
Texas. My brothers and sisters
were named Willis, Jack, Manda,
and Charlotte, and it is concerning
them I desire information. Address
Harriett Hardeman, Luling,
Texas.
Our family belonged to Doctor
Blair, of Arkansas. Mother's name
was Caroline; I had a half-brother
named Albert , and another named
James; I was then called Susan.
I was brought to this State by Dr.
Blair, the others were sold, and I
afterward heard that they were in
Alabama. Address Mary Jane
Hunt, care of David Hunt, Brent-
wood, Williamson county, Tennes-
see.
Our family belonged to Mr.
Moody, of Mecklenburgh Co., Va.
Father was named David Roater
and mother was named Bettie ; I
had two sisters, Mary Ann and
Margaret. We were all sold to a
speculator called Capt. Williamson,
who took us to Selma, Alabama,
where in 1846, we were separated,
father, mother and sister Margaret
being at time carried with me
to this State. I desire word from
any and all of them ; address Mary
Washington, Hernando, Miss., care
Rev. B. L. Crump.
Our family belonged to Mr. Gorham
of Georgetown, Kentucky.
I was sold from them in 1853, when
I was seventeen years old, to a
slave trader named Owens, since
which I have no word of them.
My father was dead. My mother
was named Clarisa; I had five
brothers, Clifton, William, George,
David and Jordan; and three sisters,
Ann, Sydney Jane and Mary
Eliza. Address Polly Reed, care
of Rev. D. Mucker, Georgetown,
Texas.
Our family formerly belonged to
W. H. Cunningham in Virginia. My
father, who died when I was quite
young, was Emanuel Fisher. I wish
information concerning my mother,
Sallie Fisher, and my brothers and
sisters, named Jacob, Kenison,
Pompey, Emanuel, George and
Sarah; I was then Jennie Fisher.
On the death of our owner in about
1853 Kenison and myself were left
by will to his brother, Seymore
Cunningham, in Texas. I pray that
I may receive word from my kindred.
Address Mrs. Jane Hall, care
Rev. Mack Henson, Victoria, Texas.
Our family name was Carmichael.
My mother's name was Celia. It is
for a brother and sister of her that
I wish to enquire. They lived some
years ago in South Carolina, Marion
District. Bettie was willed by
Carmichael to his daughter named
Hugens. Daniel Carmichael was
brought to Texas, and the last I
heard of him, belonged to a widow
lady named McGregor, near Brenham.
Address, P. M. Carmichael,
West Point, Fayette county, Texas.
Our family name was Corbin, my
father was named Henry, my mother,
Louisa, and I had two sisters,
Lucinda and Hannah, and one
brother, Butler. We lived in Westmoreland
county, Virginia. Father
belonged to Henry Cox. The others
of us belonged to James J. Lambkin,
who sold mother and the two
younger children, Butler and Hannah,
two years before the war. I
shall be thankful for information
concerning any of them. Address
Alex. Corbin, Allain, West Baton
Rouge Parish, La.
Oxford, Nov. 15th, 1878.
Editor SOUTHWESTERN:
I wish to inquire through your
paper for my father. His name is
Valentine Thomas. He used to belong
to a man by the name of Y.
P. King. The last I heard of him
he was living with a man by the
name of Dr. Holmes, Robroy,
Jefferson county, Ark. He is a
minister of the Baptist Church.
Any information as to his whereabouts
will be thankfully received.
Please address me at Oxford, Miss.
Yours respectfully,
JAS. THOMAS.
P
Patience Green and John William Harris. I
wish to find my daughter Patience Green. I have
no trace of her since she was sold at Richmond
Va., 1856. She was then 12 years of age. John
William Harris my son went with some servants
of Mr. Batts (after the surrender) who lived in
Prince George Co. to Washington City. He was
14 years old at that time. Both were of Charles City, C. H. Va., and belonged to Dick Christian
(in name only) by whom they were sold. Infor
mation [information] will be gladly received by Mrs. Clara
Bashop, Colbath House, Morristown, N.J. 4 30-92
PERSONAL
PERSONAL. - I wish to obtain infor-
mation in regard to my wife, SUSAN, and TWO
CHILDREN - one a girl, named NELLY, and the
other a boy, named CARTER. They formerly be-
longed to Mrs. Ann Cook, of Clarke county, and I
belonged to Hugh Nelson, of the same county.
About the time General Lee's army went into
Pennsylvania we were all brought to Richmond
and sold and separated. Any information as to
them left at the Dispatch office will be thankfully
received. GEORGE PEARMAN,
ap 23 - 3t* Colored.
PERSONAL
TO COLORED MEN AND OTHERS.
INFORMATION WANTED
WASHINGTON HARVEY was sold from Howard
County, Missouri, to William D. Malone, Randolph
county, Missouri, about November, 1859, to be sent
to Maynard Williams, near Huntsville Missouri,
who afterward sent him to James McHatten near
New Orleans, about January 1, 1860. If living, his
brother Jerry wishes to hear from him; or any information
of him will be thankfully received. Address
John G. Gerding, New Orleans; or to Chaplain
W. Vaux. U. S. Army. Fort Sumner, New
Mexico.
Fort Sumner, New Mexico, Nov. 16, 1867. Ja26-1t
PERSONAL -- Information wanted of MARTHA
CLEMENS. (colored girl.) 18 years old, who
lived with Dr. Clemens, near Keatstown, Barry connty,
Mo., and left there during the war. Any information of
her will be liberally rewarded by her mother. MAHALA
SMITH, No. 95 North Third street, St. Louis, Mo.
PERSONAL--Information wanted of Rev.
Filman Duncan, colored, who resided in
Memphis three or four years ago.
Address or call upon the Postmaster, Memphis, Tenn.
jy26 1 w
PERSONAL.
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INFORMATION WANTED -- HAVING
lost the exact location and post office address
of my two sons, ROBERT C. and DANIEL
DAVIS, I desire to obtain such information of
them as will enable me to communicate with
them. They formerly lived at 180 St. Thomas
street, N. O. They were formerly owned by Mr.
McPheeters McCutchen, of this county. Address
Mrs. ELLEN ALEXANDER, Staunton,
Augusta county., Va., care of Mr. Jno. Wayt.
my6-6t*
PERSONAL.
ANY INFORMATION OF A COLORED PERSON
by the name of Fannie Williams, will be gladly
received by her sister Jennie Thomas, at 171
Washington street.
PERSONAL.
INFORMATION WANTED OF MRS. MARY
JANE BOWSER, (a colored woman.) late of
Richmond, Va. If she is in the city, she will hear of
her husband by calling at JOHNSTON'S BARBER
SHOP, No. 37 German street. d8-2t.*
PERSONAL.
INFORMATION WANTED OF SARAH
LEWIS, who formerly lived with Dr. P. H.
Cabell, in Selma, Dallas county, Alabama. Any
information in regard to her will be thankfully
received by her husband, JAMES LEWIS, at
HARRY MIDDLETON's, No. 527 Ninth street, between
the Canal and Pennsylvania avenue.
[Alabama papers please copy.] oct 20 - 3t
PERSONAL.
LOST--ARON THOMAS, seven years old; came
away with Louisa Booz from city Point last
year His mother and the boy belonged to Miss
Lucinda Cutler, Dinwiddie county, Va. Any information
will be thankfully received by his distressed
mother, Carolina Thomas. Direct to C.
DUFFY, corner 7th and L sts.
au 9-3t*
PERSONAL.
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PERSONAL---WANTED---Information of
David Reed, colored, who has been traveling
with the circus. When last heard from he
was in Connecticut. Any information will be
most thankfully received by his widowed
mother, SARAH REED, 225 George st. no8-2t
PERSONAL.
Any information concerning Mrs. ROSETTA
FRAZIER, Mrs. SUSAN BENTLY and Mrs.
JULIA LANE, all colored, will be thankfully
received by
Mrs. BERTHA. BELLTON,
1t* Northport, Long Island, N. Y.
PERSONAL.
ANY PERSON HAVING INFORMATION OF THE
present whereabouts of WASHINGTON MAGRU-
DER, Colored, aged eighty-seven years, very infirm in
mind, light brown complexion, short, hump shoulders,
will confer a great favor by sending word to MRS. VIR-
GINIA WAUGH, 1115 Goat alley, between 6th and 7th
and L and M streets northwest. ja5-3t*
PERSONAL.
DISAPPEARED, on December 21, ELIJAH AN-
DERSON [ANDERSON], colored, aged 20 years, about 5 feet
high, dark complexion, very stout. Any information
of his whereabouts will be thankfully received by
his distressed parents. ELIJAH ANDERSON, No.
114 Jasper street. j4-3t*
PERSONAL.
HUSBAND COME TO ME -- Andrew, who
formerly belonged to Dr. Pope, near Augusta,
Woodruff county, on White river, Ark., will find his wife
true and devoted to him at Jacksonport, Jackson coun-
ty [county], Ark. MARIA POPE
Andy is supposed to be in St. Louis, Mo., or Louis-
ville [Louisville], Ky.
PERSONAL.
INFORMATION IS DESIRED OF THE
whereabouts of WILLIAM CARTER (colored).
He was formerly owned by Dr. Peterfield Trent, and
left Richmond to go south during the year 1867
or 1868, since which time he has not been heard of.
I, his brother, will be most thankful for any informa-
tion [information] that will lead to the knowledge of his where-
abouts [whereabouts]. Address ABRAHAM TYLER,
care of C. C. Thon, 1561 east Main street.
my8-1t*
PERSONAL.
INFORMATION IS WANTED RESPECT-
ING WALTER HARRIS or WALTER JONES,
a Colored Man who enlisted in the First Colored
Regiment of U.S. Troops. He had friends in Balti-
more. Information may be sent to Mrs. HARRIET
JONES, 67 Pierrepont st., Brooklyn, N.Y. f13-3t*
PERSONAL.
INFORMATION WANTED -- OF ALBERT YOUNG, ALIAS
Albert Cotton (colored), from Florida; stoops much; 25
years; was waiter last year at Long Branch; liberal reward
paid. 52 Cortlandt, near Greenwich street.
PERSONAL.
INFORMATION WANTED OF CORNELIA
ANN and RICHARD FRAZIER, colored, age 11
and 9 years; supposed to be in Washington. Any in-
formation [information] will be thankfully received by their
parents. FREDERICK FRAZIER, old No. 240
11th street, between V and W streets n. w. j9-2t*
PERSONAL.
INFORMATION WANTED of DONOB DIXON,
colored supposed to be in Washington, by his
mother, CHARITY DILASHAW, No. 610 K st.,
between 6th and 7th streets, northwest. jv11-2t*
PERSONAL.
INFORMATION wanted of FRANK WHIPPS,
(colored,) aged 19 years, supposed to be in Wash-
ington [Washington]. Any information will be thankfully re-
ceived [received] by his uncle, JOHN WOODFORD, No.
1748 K street. oct 22-3t*
PERSONAL.
INFORMATION WANTED OF J. W.
HILL (colored) by his brother-in-law, who is in
great trouble in Appomattox. Address
R. B. POORE,
je 12-1t* Appomattox Courthouse.
PERSONAL.
INFORMATION WANTED OF JOSEPH CARTER,
(colored,) of Baltimore, who left home about two
years ago. Any information will be thankfully re-
ceived [received] by his wife, RACHEL CARTER, Baltimore,
Maryland. [Papers generally please copy, and as-
sist [asist] thereby a distressed family.] j24-2t*]
PERSONAL.
INFORMATION WANTED of LUCRETIA T. A.
BONNER, colored, by her husband Dr. Bonner,
colored, just from City Point, Va; when last heard
from she was at Mason's Island, which place she
left on the 26th of September. Any information
concerning her will be thankfully received by her
husband if left at the Star office. 1t*
PERSONAL.
INFORMATION WANTED OF STEPHEN
JONES (colored), from Carrol's Manor, Balti-
more [Baltimore] county, Md. His mother is anxious to hear
from him. Address 542 H street, bet. 6th and 7th
sts., Washington, D.C. no 2-3t*
PERSONAL.
INFORMATION WANTED--Of JAMES SANDERS,
(colored,) who left Cambridge, or Castle Haven,
Md., on the 18th instant. He is light chestnut color,
tolerably stout, and about six feet high. Informa-
tion [Information] thankfully received by his Mother, at No. 21
SARATOGA ST. 1t.*
PERSONAL.
INFORMATION WANTED--Of the whereabouts
of SAMUEL JOHNSON, colored. Any informa-
tion [information] will be gratefully received by his sister. Please
address MARY JOHNSON, Baltimore Postoffice.*'
PERSONAL.
INFORMATION WANTED.--A Yellow Boy,
JOHN JOYCE, twelve years old, left Ellicott's
Mills, Howard county, about five or six weeks ago,
on his way to Baltimore. Any information of his
whereabouts will be thankfully received if left at
No. 190 STIRLING STREET, or at No. 86 PARK
STREET, near Mulberry street.
1t* MARY JOYCE.
PERSONAL.
INFORMATION WANTED—OF GEORGE W. FRAN-
CIS [FRANCIS], a colored man, by profession a barber and hair-
dresser, and aged about thirty three years. He lived in New
Orleans in 1840 and travelled with Mr. Amos Rank, in Mis-
sissippi [Mississippi], Missouri, Alabama, and Tennessee, in 1837, '8, and
'9. His father was named Thomas Francis, was born in
Martinique, on the 13th of March, 1789, and lived in Guada
loupe [Guadaloupe] in 1813. His grandfather was named Augustus, and
was also born in Martinique. It having been ascertained
that the said family is near akin to his Imperial Majesty
Soulouque, Faustin I., the Emperor of Hayti, information
of great value awaits the aforesaid George W. Francis if
he can be found. Address Monsieur A. Y. Malleforte, box
896 Post office.
PERSONAL.
LEFT HIS HOME, about two months ago, WIL-
LIAM [WILLIAM] INLOES, colored. Any information will
be thankfully received by his wife, LIZZIE INLOES.
No. 9 Neighbor street. 1t'*
PERSONAL.
NOTICE
TO MY HUSBAND, SYPIO JOHNSON, COL-
ored [colored], or to any of his friends, that any information
will be thankfully received by his wife, who has
not seen or heard from him since before the rebel-
lion [rebellion], when he left me on visit from Macon, Miss.
Address 214 H street west.
je 25-3t* MRS. ELIZABETH JOHNSON.
Personal.
NOTICE.--BURRELL ROSE (co-
lored [colored]) wishes to know the whereabouts of his
daughter, EMMA ROSE. Her mother was named
Tena. She formerly belonged to William Pitman,
of Buckingham, Virginia, and was carried by
William Pitman to Tennessee, near Memphis.
Any information of her will be thankfully re-
ceived [received] and rewarded. My address is BURRELL
ROSE, (colored,) care of T. T. Omohundro, Nor-
wood [Norwood] post-office, Nelson county, Va. my 3--2t*
PERSONAL.
NOTICE.--I am anxious to ascertain the where-
abouts [whereabouts] of my two brothers, JAMES and JOHN
A. CURTIS, colored; the first aged about 36, and
the other about 27. In their minority they were
bound to Robert Earl, proprietor of a livery stable
in Washington city, located on 20th street, between
I and K streets. Any information respecting them
will be esteemed a great favor, and suitably re-
warded [rewarded] by GEORGE W. JOHNSON,
Lansing, Box 2, Kansas,
Leavenworth co aug24-3t*
PERSONAL.
NOTICE.--Information wanted of MILLIE BLUE,
a very bright Mulatto Girl, 14 years of age, who
left her home in Jessup's Cut, Howard county,
Maryland. She is a well-grown Girl, has large teeth
in front (gap between) and somewhat decayed; also
a full suit of brown hair. It is feared she was en-
ticed [enticed] away by some unknown party. Any informa-
tion [information] will be thankfully received by her parents,
CUPID and KITTY BLUE, care DAVID HAYS,
Jessup's Cut, Maryland. 1t*
PERSONAL.
NOTICE.—If MRS LOUISA COOK. wife of Ben-
jamin [Benjamin] Cook, Private, Co K. 28th U. S. C. T., will
call at the HICKS' U. S. A. GENERAL HOSPITAL,
Baltimore Md., she will hear of something to her
advantage. j6-3t*(
PERSONAL.
PERSONAL -- INFORMATION WANTED OF
the whereabouts of my father, who was
sold preious to the late rebellion; He formerly
belonged to Ike Robertson, of Clay
county, Mo., east of Liberty; he is suppsoed
to go by the name of Louis Robertson; any
information concerning his whereabouts will
be thankfully received by his son and wife;
please address HENRY ROBERTSON, St.
James Hotel, Kansas City, Mo. The press
will confer great kindness by publishing the
above.
PERSONAL.
PERSONAL.—Left Richmond about the
last of October, on an oyster schooner, PAT-
RICK [PATRICK] FINCH, a colored man, about 20 years old.
Any information of him would be thankfully re-
ceived [received] by his mother.
HARRIET CARRINGTON,
ap 19_4t* No. 1225 17th street.
PERSONAL.
PERSONAL—Information wanted of JULIA
CREAMER, by her daughter, Lizzie
Creamer. When last heard of, Julia was taken
from Memphis by John Creamer. Address
HENRY WICKENHOFER,
Wilsonbury, Harrison county, West Virginia.
no22 6t
PERSONAL.
WANDERED FROM HOME--On last Wednesday,
JOSEPH NICHOLSON, commonly called Big
Joe, a tall Yellow Man, Butcher by trade. Any in-
formation [information] leading to his whereabouts will be thank-
fully [thankfully]
received by H. KIMBERLY, Stalls 17 and 19
Centre Market. je25-2t*++
Personal.
WANTED--Information of whereabouts of
colored woman SARAH FISHER and son FRANK,
who left St. Louis in 1863 for Iowa, and since returned.
J. J. REDMOND, corner Third and Locust, may advise
them of something to their advantage.
PERSONAL.
WILL HENRY JOHNSON, colored, please ad-
vertise in the Evening Star his place of resi-
dence, (supposed to be in Richmond,) so his wife
can find him. [Richmond papers please copy.]
my 15-3t*
PERSONAL.
COSTA--INFORMATION WANTED OF
SUSAN ANN COSTA, who formerly lived with Mrs.
Julia Snediker, New Lots, Long Island. Reply to O.K.
HUTCHINSON, Colored Orphan Asylum, One Hundred
and Forty-third St, and Tenth av, New York.
PERSONAL.
WANTED--To know the whereabouts of
Moses and Susan Phelps, of Collar,
when last heard from were in Beatville, Miss.
Any information of the above parties will be
thankfully received by their son, David
Phelps, at Beattyville, Lee County, Ky. 8133
PERSONAL.
ANY INFORMATION CONCERNING MY
daughter, MILLIE SPOTSEY, who left the home
of her parents, Jackson Morten's farm, in Orange
county, Va., when quite a small child, will be thank-
fully [thankfully] received by her anxious mother. PATSEY
SPOTSEY, 5th street west, between P and Q streets,
Washington, D. C. 1t*
PERSONAL.
CAPT. S. F. CRAIG, of the Sixth Michigan Artil-
lery [Artillery], will please call or send his address to RICH-
ARD [RICHARD] BROWN, Colored, 93 Mulberry st. 1t* j
PERSONAL.
INFORMATION WANTED OF A COLORED MAN named SYLVESTER COALE. Any person who knows him will send him to JOHN Y. DAY, Kingsville, Md. *1t*
Personal.
INFORMATION WANTED OF COLUM-
BUS WEST (colored), about 20 years old, by
his mother, ALICE WEST, Red Bank, N. J.
PERSONAL.
INFORMATION WANTED OF ETHEOTHER
BUTLER, or his whereabouts; will be liberally re-
warded [rewarded] at No. 312 RABORG STREET, near Repub-
lican [Republican] street. He is four feet high, fifteen years of age,
and of light ginger-cake color; he had on when he
left home a brown slouch hat, a brown and white
striped shirt, blue jacket and black casinet panta-
loons [pantaloons]. ‘jy17-2t*
PERSONAL.
INFORMATION WANTED of SUSAN
and HENRY COZZINS (colored), who were
living in Richmond in 1865; also, of LIZZIE
WATSON, sister of Martha Ragscale, who was at
Burkeville in 1870. Address
MADISON HARRIS,
17 Beacon street,
fe22-2t* Boston, Mass.
PERSONAL.
INFORMATION WANTED of the whereabouts of
ELIZABETH JACKSON, (Colored.) widow of
Henry Jackson, late of Washington, D. C. Address
CHAS. COWLES TUCKER, Attorney at Law, Fen-
dall [Fendall] Building, Washington, D. C. d29-2tp
PERSONAL.
INFORMATION WANTED----Information
is desired by her brother as to the where-
abouts of Mrs. EMMA GRIFFIN, colored,
who left Washington, D. C., January 10th,
1870. Any information as to the where-
abouts of her or of any colored people by that
name will be highly appreciated.
JOHN MARLOW,
221 Camp street, Dallas, Texas.
The family names are as follows: Pierce
Griffin, Ancos Griffin, Matilda Griffin, Caro-
line Griffin, Kittie Davis, George Griffin, Ma
mie Griffin and Daniel Griffin. 1t
PERSONAL. INFORMATION
WANTED of JOHN PERRY, a colored boy,
about nine years of age, formerly slave of John
MacFarland, of this city, and sold in the summer of
1864, by Mr. Robert H. Davis, of this city, to a gentleman
in Alabama. Any information as to his present
whereabouts will [indecipherable] thankfully received by
his mother. Address KATY PERRY,
care Mrs. A. Nesbitt, Richmond, Va.
de 27-et*
PERSONAL. - Information in reference to th whereabouts of ELIZA HAMILTON, (colored will be gratefully received by her distressed husband, Joseph Hamilton, who has been seeking after his wife for months past. Information can be left with George E. H. Day, corner 5th st. and Louisiana av., Washington, D.C. my 12-3t*
PERSONAL. - Information wanted concerning MARGARET and LONDON MOORE. They were formerly the property of Mr. William H. Brooks, of Essex county. They were sent to Richmond last spring; since that time nothing has been heard from them. Any informa-tion concerning them will be thankfully received by their mother. NANCY MOORE,
care of John Webster, Virginia avenue,
Washington, D C., or Rev. William Tray,
pastor Second Baptist (colored) Church,
au22-2t* Richmond, Va.
PERSONAL. - Information wanted of the whereabouts of TEXANA JOHNSON, a colored woman, about eighteen or twenty years of age, who was sold in Richmond during the war, and is supposed to be living in one of the southern States. Her mother resides in this city, and will be thankful for any information addressed to her here. CHARLOTTE JOHNSON.
se 23-1w*
PERSONAL. - Information wanted of THEODORE
BARNET, a colored boy, aged eleven
years and eight months, who left his home at the
Mansion House, on Thursday morning, 13th inst,
at o'clk Had on when he left dark woolen pants,
a white linen jacket and straw hat bound with black
ribbon. He is about four feet in height, of delicate
constituion; has a small scar under his left eye -
Any information of him will he thankfully received
by his mother, ANN BARNET, No. 108 E. Pratt
street. 1t*ll
PERSONAL. INFORMATION WANTED--OF MINGRO HERRING, colored boy, 15 years old ; left Newbern, N. C., in September, and came to New York on steamer Louisa Moore. JEANNETTE HOLDEN, 32 Lawrence street, Brooklyn.
PERSONAL.--The children of NELLY
GARLAND were sold by Mr. David
Thomas, in Nelson county, Va., in 1856. Their
names are SARAH, MORRIS, and LOUISA
GARLAND. Any information concerning
them would be very gratifying to their mother.
Address NELLY GARLAND,
Richmond, Va.
ap 15--1t
PERSONAL.--The friends of TEMPY
DAVIS, colored, are anxious to hear from her.
She formerly belonged to Dr. West, of Hinds coun-
ty [county], Miss., and was last heard from in Richmond.
Any information of her may be communicated to
REV. P. B. PRICE,
au 31_3t Church Hill, Richmond.
PERSONAL....................PERSONAL.
The children of Mariah, formerly a slave of
Madame Jouvin, will hear something to their
interest by applying to A. C. Diboll, Attorney, at
Wilmington, Ohio. je4 6t*
Peter Page, born and raised in
Louisville, Ky. Father's name was
Peter Page; mother's name was
Maria Page; used to belong to
Throckmorton, in Louisville, who
kept the Galt House, has a brother
and sister, whose names are Wil-
liam and Mary. The rest of the
brothers and sisters are dead. Wil-
liam is living at Rosedale, Iberville
parish, La. Mary lives there also.
[All his relations were found by
the help of this paper.]
PETTUS, LONOKE CO., ARK.
I desire to know the whereabouts of
my people. My mother was named
Keziah Wright and was sold from Wilts
Wright to Josiah Muby and he lived
near the land of Supic-town by the old
tar yard. His brother's name was Jack
King and he belonged to Edmond
King. His cousin's name was Penny
Wright and he belonged to Milto
Wright, who was a saloon-keeper at
the old tar yard about 50 years ago.
His father was an old blind man in
Nansemond Co. He was an old flax
beater. Solomon was sold from Mills
Wright to a speculator, named Amos
Harl and was carried from Subic to
Richmond, Va. and was sold off the
auction block to a man named Tom
Dickens. He lived in Memphis, Tenn.
and carried him there and he is now in
Lonoke Co., State of Arkansas.
Any information will be thankfully
received by
SOLOMON WRIGHT,
PETTUS, ARK, LONOKE CO.
Philadelphia, Saturday, May 7, 1864.
INFORMATION WANTED
Of Fountain Bore, who was born and raised in
Springfield, Va.. and was taken by the Union
army, and came to Philadelphia on the U. S.
Ship Wartushett, and then got his discharge
He told his brother that he was going to the
State of Ohio. Any information concerning him,
may be left at the Book Store, 619 Pine Street,
which will be thankfully received by his brother.
WASHINGTON ROBERSON
Phila., May 2d, 1864.
Please announce in the columns of
your paper the death of Daniel
Overton. His family are residents
of the city. We wish information
of their whereabouts or their ad-
dress. His family consists of two
daughters. Any information found
or desired please address me.
MRS. MARY E. MILES.
West Newton, Westend Co., Pa.
Please Help Me Find My Brother
Saunk Joyce was sold in Mecklenburg, Virginia several years before the civil war to Cunnigan a Negro trader. His mother. Willie, was a slave on the Joyce plantation. He had One sister Betty, who is very anxious to find hlm. Any information will be gladly received.
MRS. BETTY REYNOLDS.
44 Parker street, Atlanta, Ga.
Please let me inquire for my
grand-father through your paper.
His name was William Jackson,
and he belonged to a man by the
name of Jackson in Williamson
county, Tenn. He was a brick-
mason [brickmason], and bought himself before
the war, and run a brickyard in
Nashville, Tenn. I hope all will
help me inquire for him, My moth-
er [mother] is named Mary Jackson. Ad-
dress [Address] Fannie Williams, Houston,
Wayne county, Tenn.
Portsmouth, Va., April 30, 1872.
To the Editor of the New National Era :
Will you please be kind enough to publish
a few lines for me concerning my uncle,
Joseph Relifoot, who was sold some years
previous to the war, by Willis T. Riddirk,
Gales county, North Carolina. His mother's
name was Hester ; his father's Isaac ; his
brothers' Willis, Noah, Andrew, and Henry ;
his sisters' Amy, Catharine, Eliza, and
Fanny. Any information concerning him
would be gladly received through Box 202,
Portsmouth, Virginia.
When last hear from he was in Talla-
hassee [Tallahassee], Florida. Your friend,
ISAAC N. PARKER.
POTTSTOWN has an Enoch Arden in the
shape of a colored man named James Dogan,
who was a slave prior to the rebellion, and,
escaping into the Union lines, afterwards be-
came [became] a soldier and fought all through the
war. He became separated from his family,
and not hearing from them for several years,
subsequently married again. Recently he
learned of the whereabouts of his first wife
and family, and is about to return to them,
his second wife giving her hearty consent.
R
RAN AWAY FROM HER MOTHER, MARGA-
RET [MARGARET] RITTER MILLARD, colored; will be
fourteen years old the 4th day of July. All per-
sons [persons] are hereby forewarned not to harbor said
runaway.
MARY [her >< mark] MILLARD,
P st., bet. 10th and 11th sts.
Attest—JOHN T. SULLIVAN. je 15-3t*
removed to the vicinity of either Chattanooga
or Huntsville. J. M. Anderson is
now located at the last named city.
REUBEN TIGUE-I wish to find my brother, Reuben Tigue. I parted from him in Huntsville, Alabama. We then belonged to Carruthers. My father's name is Hubbard Tigue, mother's Silvia, three sisters, Anatheliza, Hannah Bell and Margaret. He went to Kansas from Memphis, Tenn. Address, Mrs. Margaret Johnson, Du Quoin, Ills. 1-30-91
REUNION.--Frederick Douglass, in
a letter to the "American Baptist,"
announces the arrival at Rochester of
his lost brother, Perry, and family.
The letter concludes as follows: "The
meeting with my brother, after nearly
forty years' separation, in an event altogether
too affecting for words to describe.
How unuterably accursed is
slavery, and how unspeakably joyful
are the results of its overthrow! The
search now being made and the happy
reunions now taking place all over the
South, after years of separation and
sorrow, furnish a subject of the deepest
pathes."
REUNITED AT LAST
A Newburg Colored Man's Long Search for
His Mother -- Both Sold in 1862
An incident has just come to light in this
city which is a strong reminder of old slavery
days in the South, and which illustrates sever-
al phases of human character. Mr. Abraham
Blackburn, a colored man 35 years old, had
been in the employ of the late Rev. John
Forsyth D.D., since March, 1878. He has
always been sober, industrious, and reliable.
Added to this Abraham is intelligent and
courteous.
In August 1862, Abraham, his mother, three
sisters, and three brothers were sold into Rich-
mond, VA., to Andrew Blackburn, a large slave-
holder. They were by him carried to New
Market, Jefferson County, Tenn. Abraham
Blackburn, was a mere boy. At New
Market the children were all separated from
their mother, she being sold again. From New
Market Blackburn, the purchaser, took the
children to Henderson County, North Carolina,
where they were one by one separated from each
other, Abraham reaching the North some
years ago. The mother was never seen or
heard from by any of her children until last
night.
From the time Abraham reached the estate
of manhood he has felt a keen interest in the
welfare of his mother, and has long wanted to
find out where she was and to see her. Of late
years, he has adopted various plans which he
thought would lead to the restoration of his
mother to him. For the last four years and
six months this dutiful son has been follow-
ing up every clew that he had a idea would
lead to the learning of his mother's where-
abouts. He failed repeatedly, until yesterday.
Then he received a letter from his aged
mother's own hand. It now transpires that
the mother has resided in Knoxville, Tenn.,
ever since the close of the War of the Rebellion.
During the long search 236 letter have been
written with the hope of finding this young
man's mother. That there will be rejoicing
when the reunited mother and son meet goes
without saying. The mother is alone in the
South, except for a sister Eliza, who resides at
Richmond, Va. Abraham has written a letter
to his mother expressing the wish that she come
here and spend the winter, and then she can
go back South, if she so desires, in the spring.
There appears to be no doubt that the mother
will avail herself of the invitation extended
by her dutiful son, and that she will reach
Newburg at an early date. Of the children
who were sold with Abraham Blackburn, at
Richmond, in 1862, the latter has track still of
the following: William, who is (younger) at
Syracuse, N.Y.: Mary (older) in South Car-
olina: Clara, in Rutherford County, South
Carolina.
It is the purpose of Abraham Blackburn to
remain at the house of the widow of Dr. For-
syth during the the coming winter, where he will
be an able assistant, as he always was, to the
Rev. Dr. Forsyth, who valued his services very
highly. In conversation with Abraham, it
transpires that Dr. Forsyth did good work
during the last few years in assisting the former
in his search for his mother. And the young
man speaks in high praise of his late employer
for the benevolent and kindly interest he took
in assisting him in this direction. Above all,
Abraham returns his grateful thanks to God
for reuniting him with his mother whom he
loves so well. -- Newburg (N.Y.) Journal
REUNITED.
Slaves of Over Forty Years Ago Meet and
Will Be Remarried.
CARROLLTON, Ky., Nov. 27.—Alexander
Foley, of Natchez, Miss., a former
slave, arrived here a few days ago to
visit Dr. Goslie, who used to be his old
master. His surprise could be imagined
when he was told by Dr. Goslie that his
wife who was sold from him forty years
ago, was living in Carrollton.
Mr. Foley told the following story:
He had not been married long when his
wife was sold and taken south, while he
was sold to parties who took him further
north. Neither could read or
write, and as years rolled by he naturally
thought that his wife died. Both, it
developes, remarried, he settling in Virginia,
while the wife settled in this city.
Foley's second wife died a few years
ago, as did his first wife's husband.
Foley says divine providence brought
them together, and he made himself
known. His wife recognized him at
once, and he took his Thanksgiving
dinner with his spouse of ante-bellum
times. The couple will be reunited in a
few days.
Rev. Bishop W. F. Mallalieu, I write you this letter to see if you could help me to find my long lost sister whose name was Maria Green, and who was sold from the jail of Leesburge, Loudon Co., Va., to New Orleans about twenty-eight years ago; she was 20 years of age. Our mother, Nancy Green was sold to Richmond, Va., at the same time. Maria Green belonged to John Littleton, of Leesburge, Londoun Co., Va., and she had two sisters and one brother, whose names are Ann Valentine, Mahala J. Harvey and Isaac Green. Will you please read this in all the colored churches in New Orleans. I have written two letters and never received an answer. I hope you will try and help me to find my long lost sister. I remain yours truly, Mrs. Mahala J. Harvey, Irene Loudon Co., Va.
Rev. O. Watrous wants to find some of the soldiers of the 96th U.S. colored infantry, so he can get his pension. He wants to find especially, Frank Smith, Co. I, Sarene Sanders, Lem Williams, James Alfon. Please address Rev. O. Watrous, Brenham, Texas.
Rev. P. Wilson, of Marlin, Falls
county, Texas, desires information
of the whereabouts of his brother,
Gadson Frasier, who went to Florida
in 1866. Gadson's wife's name
is Dollia McCutchen, and his oldest
son Prince. Any information sent
to the above address will be thankfully
received.
REWARD.
Anyone who can give information
as to the whereabouts of Adam Horn
(colored) who when last heard of was
working at the barber trade in this
city will be suitably rewarded by Mrs.
Sarah Robinson, No. 2 Rector court,
Charleston, S. C.
RICHMOND, VA., July 19, 1871.
PERSONAL.—My name is MARY
RAKES. I am here in search of my mother,
as I have heard that she is in the city. She for-
merly [formerly] belonged to Henry Rakes; after his death
to Mr. John Howell, of Patrick county, Va. She
has three grandchildren with her. Their names are
Sammy, George, and Betsy. George is completely
blind in one eye. I will be very happy for any in-
formation [information] as to the whereabouts of them, at No.
1523 Broad street. 1t*
Robert Ferguson and Ann Elizabeth Fergu-
son [Ferguson] who were sold from Albermarle county, Va.
five or six years before the war, were owned by
Robert Barkly Moon, who lived at that time
near a little town called Scottsville. My fath-
er's [father's] name was Peter Ferguson my mother's
name was Francis Ferguson. There were two
other boys Jasper and James Ferguson. Any
information of the above relatives will be glad-ly [gladly] received by their brother, C. P. Ferguson,
Osceola, Mississippi Co, Ark.
Robert Hubbard is anxious to hear from his
relatives, whom he left at Washington city six-
teen [sixteen] years ago, living between Sixth and Seventh
streets, and belonging to William and Townsend
Jackson. Camilla and Robert were the names
of his parents; Charlotte, Mary, Frank, and
Charles, were the names of his sisters and
brothers. Any intelligence concerning these
persons will be most welcomely received. Ad-
dress [Address], Robert Hubbard, Auburn, Lincoln county,
Arkansas.
ROMANCES OF SLAVERY TIMES.
There are more romances of the cruel days of
slavery among the colored people, even a quar-
ter [quarter] of a century after the emancipation procla-
mation [proclamation], than white-skinned people are generally
aware. It is quite customary for inquiries to be
read from the pulpits of colored churches asking
the whereabouts of a brother or a sister, or per-
haps [perhaps] a mother or son, from whom the person
making the inquiry was separated either during
the war or before the war, when families were
divided by the auction-block. The other day a
letter was read from the pulpit of one of the
colored Baptist churches of this city, in which a
brother asked about a sister, from whom he had
been separated for over twenty years. The
same letter had probably been read, as it is the
custom, in nearly all the colored churches in the
country. This one found an answer, the sister
being Louisa Smith, a worthy colored woman,
who has lived in this city many years, and is
now in the family of Dr. J. L. Thompson. The
brother is a preacher in St. Joseph, Mo., and
they were separated in Kentucky when the war
was in progress.
Romantic Lives Of Slave Couple.
A marriage license was issued at Hagerstown last week to Robert Anderson, of Weverton, aged 74 years, and Ida Pryor, of Staunton, aged 67, both colored. The story reads like a romance. The couple were married before the war and both were slaves down in South western Virginia. Anderson was sold and separated from his wife whom he afterward heard was dead. He married again and his second wife died. A few years ago he learned that his first wife lived in this city and they met and decided to remarry.
ROMANTIC MEETING.
An Aged Colored Couple Renew
Acquaintance After Twenty-one
Years’ Separation.
San Antonio Express, 25.
Wesley Torry, an old and well
known colored man of this city, had
the pleasure last Saturday evening of
meeting his wife, whom he had not
seen before in twenty-one years, during
slavery times. An attempt of
friends to bring about a renewal of the
matrimonial tie has thus far proven a
failure, as she is not willing to live
here, and Wesley says he would not
live anywhere else on earth. Although
he is getting far advanced in life, his
hair being silvered with the frosts of
many winters, the longer he lives the
more he is attached to life, and declares
that he would not die willingly
even to enter the golden mansions
above. Wesley is a hard working, industrious
and thrifty colored man,
thought of and respected by his own
people; but he is of the opinion that
he has been separated too long from
his first and only love to again resume
the responsibilities of double blessedness.
She was sold from him in
slavery and taken away among strangers,
just as cruel fate had done for
many others before, and every effort
made by both of them to discover the
other’s whereabouts since the war has
been in vain until twenty one long
years, only to find themselves gray
haired and aged. If she can be pursuaded
to make San Antonio her
future home, a reconciliation may yet
be effected, and the old couple may yet
live many happy years together. The
event is a romantic one in the extreme
and illustrates the wonderful vicissitudes
of human life.
S
SAML. DOVE wishes to know of the whereabouts of his mother, Areno, his sisters Maria, Neziah, and Peggy, and his brother Edmond who were owned by Geo. Dove, of Rockingham county, Shenandoah Valley, Va. Sold in Richmond, after which Saml. and Edmond were taken to Nashville, Tenn., by Joe Mick; Areno was left at the Eagle Tavern, Richmond Respectfully yours, SAML. DOVE. Utica, New York, Aug. 5, 1865-3m
SAMUEL T. SAVOY-I should like to learn the whereabouts of my husband, Samuel T. Savoy. He left home four months ago and has not been seen or heard from since. Any information would be gratefully received by Mrs. Emma Savoy, 157 N. Second street, Columbus, O. 11-21-91
San Antonio, Texas,
Dec. 22, 1878.
Editor SOUTHWESTERN : Please
publish my inquiry for friends.
My mother's name was Mary Glover,
father's Squire West. They belonged
to a man named Bladburn.
My sister, Lucy Nelson, belonged
to Tom Bladburn; my brothers
Brooks and Wilson West belonged
to the same owner. My name was
Minnie West. I was sold from
home when a little girl about 16
years old to Henry H. Collins by
Burbridge Bladburn. My parents
were living in Lexington and Frankfort,
Kentucky. Yours truly
LUCY HARDEN.
San Antonio, Texas, Jany. 4th, 1879.
Ed. SOUTHWESTERN. - I wish to
inquire through your journal for my
people, Anderson, Mary, Peter,
Zadie, Green and Lavie Harden.
Mary Harden's husband was named
Jordan. Monroe and Lavie are
Anderson Hardin's sons. Lavie
died on Island 32, belonging to
Henry H. Colans. She married a
man by the name of Owen Richson.
Anderson Harden died May 18th,
1873, aged 37 years. Charles
Flucher, Anderson Harden's stepson
sold my father to Gabriel Miles.
LUCY HARDEN.
SANDY MCGOWAN-I would like to find my son Sandy McGowan. He was sold by James McGowan to slave traders in Mt. Sterling, Ky. Please address his mother, Mrs. Nellie McGowan, 71 Leavitt street, Chicago, Ill. 16 7-92
SCOTT JOHNSON-I wish to find my mother, sisters and brothers. My sisters names were Mittie Annie and Emma Scott; brothers Griffin, Charlie and Henry Scott; my mother's Julia Ann Johnson. I left them in Memphis, Tenn. My name was Ida Johnson, but went by the name of Dutch. Any information will be thankfully received by Ida Biggs, 37 14th street, La Fayette, Ind. 6-18-92
Searching for His Mother.
Inspector Boardman received today a let-
ter from William Woods, colored, of Gal-
veston, Texas, asking for information as to
the whereabouts of his mother, Mrs. Flora
Woods. The writer states that he served
in the navy from 1872 to 1878. The letter
was addressed: "Chief of Police, Capitol
Hill, Navy Yard, Washington, D. C."
SEARCHING FOR RELATIVES
The postmaster of Nashville, Maj.
A. W. Wills sent to the Nashville
Globe ahis week a letter from Pass
Christian Miss. The writer of the
letter is Mrs. Victoria Hullum. The
lady in question has reasons to be-
lieve that she has in Nashville some
relatives, or that some one in and
about Nashville can assist her in find-
ing her relatives. The Globe takes
pleasure in producing the following
letter of inquiry:
"I am inquiring for relatives; of a
family of people by the name of
Young. There was a brother who has
been away from the family for some
years by the name of William Wigg
Young. He left home during the
emancipation and went to New Or-
leans on a United States ship as in-
spector. I am his daughter. Hence
I am inquiring for his people. He
left a mother, two sisters and a broth-
er, as far as I can remember. He
served in the United States Army.
I would be thankful for any informa-
tion leading up to his whereabouts
from the people of Nashville. My
name before I married was Victoria
Young. Would thank anybody for
any information leading up to rel-
atives of the parties described. Ad-
dress me Mrs. Victoria Hullum, Pass
Christian, Miss."
SEEKING FOR THE LOST.
LIZZIE LANAGAN-My sister Lizzie Lanagan was at Fort Smith. Ark., when iast heard from in. 1885. She was about to start for Los Angles, Cal. Address, A.W. Lanagan, Box 116 Burlington, Kan.
SEEKING FOR THE LOST.
HARRY T. ALSTON--When last heard from in
July, 1890, he was in Patterson, N. J. He is 50
years old, a bricklayer by trade, Address, A.
Brinkley, Aurelian Springs, N. C.
Seeking His Relatives.
Bradford, Pa., March 5, 1893.
Editor of the Planet,--
Dear Sir:--I would like to take advantage
of the offer you make in your paper
of finding out if some of my relatives are
living and what their address is.
I with my mother and four brothers
were living on the Archie Mullin farm in
Goochland county in 1850-51. My
brother John was at that time working
in Mayo's tobacco factory; Joe, Frank
and Wesley, also two sisters, Betsey and
Victoria.
I also had two uncles, George and Carey Mullins,
who worked for their master
(John Mullins) running on the canal.
The farm later fell in the hands of a
Mrs. Haskins who had one son, Archie
Haskins. My mother's name was Seely
Mullins. She was married to Park Lewis.
Any information concerning them
will be thankfully received.
Very respectfully,
ROBERT THADDEUS LEWIS,
Care of the National Transit Co.,
Bradford, Pa.
SEEKING RELATIVES.
436 No. 26th Avenue,
Seattle, Wash., July 7, 1910.
To the Pastor of the First Baptist
Church, Nashville, Tenn.:
My Dear Sir: Will you please make
inquiry in your church for my rela-
tive, Magnolia Scott? I left there
when a mere child, with a white fam-
ily, Lawyer Maxwell. I left a small
sister in your city by the name of
Annie Scott. We were separated at
that time and I have not heard from
any of my relatives from that time to
this.
You will do me a great favor if you
will please have a small notice read to
this effect in the leading churches of
our connection there in Nashville.
I am yours very respectfully,
(MRS.) J. T. GAYTON.
SEEKING RELATIVES.
The Nashville Globe is in receipt of
a letter from New Castle, Wash.,
dated November 7. It comes from
one Mr. King Bird, who is looking for
his lost relatives. The letter reads
in part as follows: "I would like to
ask a favor of you, and it is that you
please lend me some assistance in
locating my relatives. I left my
mother in Moscow, Tenn., about twen
ty years ago. Her name was Mercy
Micky and her oldest son was named
John Micky. One of her daughters
was Kaldonia Gray. She had a grand
daughter by the name of Sophia Pull-
man and another by the name of Amy
Gray. Her grandson was named Go-
vine Micky. Thinking that they
might have moved into Nashville, I
thought I would write to see if you
could help me locate some of them.
I am very anxious to find some one
that can give me the information de-
sired. My mother had another grand-
son by the name of Argyle Micky.
Any information leading up to the
whereabouts of these persons will be
highly appreciated. Address all
communications to King Bird, New
Castle, Wash." This letter is pro-
duced for the accommodation of the
gentlemen, who has been away for a
score of years from loved ones.
Seeks Information.
David Eason, colored, of Roxobel, N.
C., writes the Mayor for information of
his brother, Dorsey Eason, who was sold
here several years before the war. Any
information will be gladly received by
the brother.
SEPARATED FOR FORTY YEARS. Strange History of William Davis and His Sister, Once Slaves. Niles, Mich. Aug. 10. - Forty years ago William Davis and his sister Mary were slaves in the family of James Matlock, a rich Georgia planter. Just before the war Matlock died and William and Mary were sold to pay the debts of the estate. They were parted and for forty years neither heard of the other. After the war William took the name of Davis and came north to Niles. He began the dray business, amassing a small fortune. To-day he learned that his sister is still alive and was in San Francisco. She sought out her brother William that she might leave her fortune of $150 000 to him. When she was sold she was bought by a wealthy wom who took her to California. when this woman died she had no relatives to leave her money to, and so made Mary her heir. Mary is now 83 years old.
She Found Her Brother.
Lecturing on the merits of this
paper the other day in Shelbyville,
Ky., we turned to our column of
"Lost Friends," and began to read
the first notice upon whIch our
eyes tell. We had only read a few
lines, when springing up, a lady
said, "That is my brother." So it
was, and so it is daily. The
SOUTHWESTERN has opportuuities
for bringing together these fami-
lies [families] shattered and broken by the
demon, slavery, enjoyed by no
other paper in the world. No
wonder so many love, take, and
read it- It knows and looks after
their wants.
She Knows Them.
RICHMOND, Va., Jan. 20, '02.
Mr. Editor,
Dear Sir:-
I saw an advertisement in
your paper last week. One Charlie Oli-
ver wants to find some of his relatives.
I am well acquainted with all of his
people who now live in King William
Co., Va.
For further information call at No.
911 N. 32nd St.
Mrs. R. W. WILLIAMS.
SILAS MITCHELL-I wish to find Silas Mitchell son of Mrs. Harriett Mitchell. He was born in Northumberland Co., Va. He was taken from his mother the second year of the civil war. Any information will be thankfully received by Miss Harriett Hunt, New Philadelphia, Ohio, 5-28-92.
SILVIA GARRENS--I wish to find my mother. I
left her in Franklin County, Va. She was the
slave of Warfield Price. Addres, Charlie Wil-
liams [Williams], Chelsea, I. T.
SIR ----- I feel very thankful for
your paper which was the cause of
my finding my relatives that I
thought were dead. I found them
in Sweet Home, Arkansas.
Yours respectfully,
NARO GILLESPIE
Egypt, Miss.
SLAVERY DAYS.
Texas Woman Tells a Story of the
Breaking Up of Her Family--Letter
to County Clerk Wende.
County Clerk Otto H. Wende this morning
received the following letter, which vividly
recalls the days of slavery:
January 13, 1900.
I desire to find my people. I was born in
North Carolina, Roman County, five miles
from Maxville and twelve miles from Saulsbury.
My father was Jack Hellard. Mother
was Hannah Hellard. Brother was John
Hellard. Sisters were Jency and Flora Hellard.
Brother John was sold from the Hellard
estate to William Golden and George
Tar in partnership. Tar sold out his part
to Golden, who sold Brother John to a speculator
named Bob Hemay. Sister Jency
married Harry Galloway. Flora was sold
for debt. Mother married again to one
Benjamin Garner. They had one girl and
two boys. The girl was Lucy Garner. She
belonged to Catherine Kellar. The boys
were Ben and Milas Calvin Garner. I was
sold from mother in 1840 to Ala Bam Bill
Haden, who brought me to Alabama and
from there to Texas, 1841. My name was
Diana Hellard. It is now Diana Johnson.
Any information concerning any of the
above-named persons will be very thankfully
received.
Mrs. Diana Johnson,
Edna, Jackson County, Texas,
Care of Miss Lucy H. Johnson.
SOPHIE JERROME-I wish to find my mother Sophie Jerrome. Her husbands name was Peter. She was sold in 1853 to a trader in Danburg Ga., by the name of Jerrome. My sisters were named Annie Watkins and Elizabeth Bartholomew. My eldest brother was named Overton. Please address, Henry Simpson First Baptist Church, St. Louis, Mo.
Special to the Star.
LOUISVILLE, Jan. 23.---Jack Corkley, col-ored porter of the Short-line, has returned from Louisiana, where, after an separa-tion of forty years, he found his mother. She was sold as a slave when Corkley was a year old.
SPRING HILL, TENN., Jan. 13, 1879.
EDITOR SOUTHWESTERN:--I wish you
to publish my inquiry for friends.
Husband's sisters names were Julia,
Martha and Nancy Curry. His brother,
Damar Curry, belonged to James
Porter. Husband's name is William
Curry. Yours truly,
MARGARET CURRY.
Springfield, Ohio, April 2, 1885.
Samuel Jackson's mother was
named Rachel and was owned by
the Webb family of Fayette county,
Ky. She had a sister named
Phyllis, and went with her to Mex-
ico a long while before the war.
She returned to Lexington, Ky.,
once and afterwards left with a
woman, named Cordelia Plummer,
for New Orleans. She left three
children, Samuel, Eliza and George,
and took two, William and Lucy,
to Mexico. She also left two sis-
ters in Kentucky: Winnie, who
married Louis Cleggett, and Han-
nah, warried Jos. Small. Any in-
formation that may be obtained of
the above Rachel Jackson will be
thankfully received by Samuel
Jackson, Springfield, Ohio.
STEPHEN CRAB-I wish to find my husband, Stephen Crab or Phoenix. He belonged to Jerry Crab in Platte Co., Mo. He ran away 3 or 4 years before the war I used to belong to William Clay. Address, Mrs. Sarah Bell, Weston, Mo. 8-26 92
Story of a Slave Family.
The following is the story of a Mr. Goos-
land [Goosland], now a resident of Oberlin:
In 1847 he was sold from his wife and chil-
dren [children] in Wytheville, Virginia, and taken to
Mobile Alabama, where, after seven years
of great economy, he purchased his freedom
for the sum of $750. Soon after gaining his
freedom he found his way to Oberlin, where
he still resides. Mr. Goosland lost all trace
of his family and friends, and was unable to
find them until last January, when he chanced
to hear of his sister, who soon after came to
Oberlin on a visit, and is still here. A letter
which Mr. Goosland wrote to his family after
reaching Mobile, bearing date May 13, 1847,
is still preserved. In this letter Mr. Goos-
land [Goosland] deplores the sad fate which has thrust
him from his family, but expresses a Chris-
tian [Christian] submission to his lot and a hope that he
may meet them in a better world. He says:
"My dear wife, permit me to appeal to you
to serve God, you and all of your children,
and be forever faithful, and should I never
see you more in this world, O, may I meet
you in Heaven above, where the wicked cease
from troubling and the weary are at rest."
This letter is tear-stained and crumbled and
torn, and looks as if the poor wife had car-
ried [carried] it next her heart for a score of years.
It is one of those damning proofs with which
God will confront the slaveholder in the final
account.
STRAYED AWAY OR WAS TAKEN FROM HIS
home, my son, ROBERT HENRY GREEN; had
on when he left home grey pants, brown yarn
jacket, and white yarn stockings; he is about five
years old; he is a yellow mulatto color. Any person
that can give information, will receive my sincere
thanks and liberal reward from me, his father. at
503 N street, between 9th and 10th sts. 1t*
STRAYED.
A SMALL Colored Boy, about 4 years of age.—
Any information of his whereabouts will be
thankfully received by the subscriber, or the moth-
er [mother] of the boy. [21 1t] BENJ. MOTTE.
Susan Perkins, mother of Dennis
Perkins, left me in Mobile about
the year 1858. She went from
here as a slave to Black Hawk,
Carroll county, Miss., last time
heard from. Have written several
letters of inquiry but can get no
answer. Any information from her
will be thankfully received by her
son, Dennis Perkins, care of J.N.
Kidd, Mobile, Ala.
T
T. G. Montgomery, pastor of
First Street Church, wishes to in-
form [inform] the son of William Butler
that his father is dead. He died
Oct. 27, and his place will be sold
if he cannot be found.
T. T. Brown, who is the son of Clara Bruce,
who used to belong to Thos. T. Bolden, of Char-
lotte county, Virginia, wishes to learn of his
sisters, brothers and relatives. Any informa-
tion can be sent to T. T. Brown, Berkley
Springs, W. Va.
TAKE NOTICE
If any one knows the address of John and Mar
garet Parratt, who were, at last accounts,, in
Charleston, Jefferson Co., Va, he will confer a
great favor by addressing their son,
NELSON PARRAT,
C [unclear] A. 102d U. S. C. T.
No 18, Pavilion,
David's Island.
N. Y. Harbor N Y
TEXAS, BOX 78.
DEAR EDITOR ---- I wish to inquire for my people through your paper. My name is Isabella. I and my brother Jesse were brought from North Carolina by Dr. Mills. We were sold in Madison county, Mississippi. My sisters, Martha and Rosanna, were bought at the same time by a trader named John Ford, and was sold in Louisiana. Our mother and father were named Senaca and Rhoda Paterson. Father use to belong Paterson, mother to the Hamilton's. They had in all fifteen or sixteen children. My sister Maria was in Atlanta, Ga., with a man named Jake Deck. I left my father and mother and brothers Alfred Long and Cisero, sister Sallie and Mary in Rutherford county, N. C. Sister Claracy, brother Frank, and Elvira, my twin sister, is dead. Brother Jerry, Senaca Jr., and Benjamin was sold before I was. Our grandmother was named Lettie. We had two uncles, Jerry and Arthur Long. My sister Emma is the youngest child. I am now living at Mayersville, Isaquena county, Mississippi. Address Isabella Joseph, care R. A. Johnston, P. O. Box 33, Mayersville, Isaquena county, Mississippi.
The address of any comrade of Bur-
rell Harrison, a colored solider, who
was wounded at Milliken's Bend in
June, 1863, and died in hospital. It is
desired to ascertain whether Harrison
belonged to the 47th or 45th U. S. C.
T. Address Mack Thompson, Co. E,
National Military Home, Kan.
The addresses of members of the 5th
U. S. C. Cav. who knew Edward Moore.
Said Moore left Rodney, Jefferson
County, Miss., late in 1863 or early in
1864. Address Tyler Moore, Tallula,
Mis.
The Des Arc Citizen, of the 7th, con-
tains [contains] the following items:
Dollie Ingram, colored, who was taken
from Devalls Bluff to Missouri when
quite small, desires to know the where-
abouts [whereabouts] of Margaret Ingram, her mother,
who formerly belonged to Henry Ingram.
Any information in regard to her,
whether dead or alive, will be thankfully
received by her daughter, who is near
Des Arc with W. C. McKendree.
The following advertisement appears in the Grand River Record:—
INFORMATION WANTED—Of ''Stephen Arnold
Douglas'', late resident of Chicago, Ill.,
who left his home for Washington city in
November. [indecipherable] heard from, he was
in that city try[indecipherable]. If any
of the officers [?] [indecipherable] give any information
as to the whereabouts, and will
leave the intelligence of the office of the
National Era, it will be a great relief to his
afflicted friends, who greatly fear he has done
away with himself.
The Planet Found Him.
Norfolk, Va., January 18, 1914.
Mr. Editor: I saw an advertise-
ment in your paper of Rev. Tatem,
trying to locate his brother. He is
here in Norfolk. His name is Patrick
Tatem and he lives in Allentown, No.
225, Norfolk, Va.
Your bother in Christ,
L. HAWKINS,
1048 Charlotte St.
The PLANET Found Them.
Editor of PLANET :
Please give me space to say a
few words concerning the "ad" for
lost friends. Mrs. Susan Anderson
received a letter the first [undecipherable] Mr.
Charles Braxton of [undecipherable]
that he knew the [undecipherable] in
Virginia. He knew the following
names in the "ad" and he is in Lake
Provident, La., Ada Pendleton, Dr.
Goodman, Henry Burruss. He said
Henry Burruss family lives about
two hundred yards from his father's
house and he knows John L. Bur-
russ [Burruss], (white). Mr. Charles Braxton
says he has been a reader of The
Planet for good many years.
Yours truly,
SANDY ANDERSON,
Mineola, Wood Co., Texas.
the pulpit in my life. It might
have been done at times and places
when I was not present. I am a
member of the M. E. Church, am a
teacher, and go from one county to
another teaching. I find these ne-
glects mentioned everywhere I go.
Now, I do not write this to mar any
brother's feelings, nor to be called
smart, nor to be thought of, nor to
be spoken of. I say these words
because they ought to have been
said by some one long ago.
LEWIS HARDEMAN.
Luling, Texas.
The son of Alfred Anderson and
Angeline, aged thirty, when last
seen was in Bonagua Spring. It
was thought he went to Texas. He
has not been heard from for fourteen
years. Address, Alfred Anderson,
Pond Creek, Cheatham county,
Tennessee.
The undersigned being separated
from her relatives since the war,
would like to hear from them. My
father's name was Sam and my
mother's Cazia Barnes. My three
sisters were named Sally, Martha
and Mary Jane Barnes. My two
brothers were named Sam and
Reuben Barnes. Any tidings from
them or any information concerning
them will be thankfully received.
My name was formerly Caroline
Barnes. Please address me at New
Orleans. CAROLINE MCLAIN.
The undersigned will be under obligations
for any information of Ennich J. Howard who
left Buffalo, N. Y. for California between 1849
and 1854, last heard of in Stockton, Cal. His
father's name was Abraham Howard and his
home was in Fredericksburg, Va. A brother
lives in Detroit, Mich., whose name is Alexan-
der [Alexander] J. Howard; a sister, Sarah C. Howard lives
in Springfield, Mass., No. 48 Monroe street to
whom all information should be addressed.
The whereabouts of one George
Henry Johnson, who lived in Concordia
parish, La. He left there
in 1872. We learn that he moved
to East Baton Rouge, La. He has one
sister, named Millie Johnson. His father's
name is Robert Johnson, who
now sells The Palladium, and his stepmother
is Abbie Johnson. They now
live at 209 South Fifteenth street. Any
information of the above will be gladly
received by his father, Robert
Johnson, 209 South Fifteenth street.
Their Whereabouts.
Want to know the whereabouts of my
daughter, Rosa Shelton. Was born at
Little Creek above Goochland C. H. Va.
The place was owned by Tom Deane.
Her mother, Harriet Shelton died before
the war of grief of her husband Nat Shelton,
having been sold away from her. I
was owned by Dr. Morris near Goochland
C. H. Any information concerning
her will be gladly received by her father.
Address,
ELDER NAT SHELTON,
In care of Richmond PLANET,
814 E. Broad St., Richmond, Va.
Thirty-two Years in Search of a Wife.
[From the N. Y. Sun]
Richard Zeigler, colored, residing in the State
of North Carolina, recently received tidings of
his wife, from whom he has been separated for
thirty-two years. He has been looking for her
ever since the war. She was sold by slave
traders and he gradually lost all trace of her
whereabouts. Lately he received a telegram
from her in Georgia, and started for that
State to bring her back. He is sixty years
old, and has saved money and spent it liberally
in his search. When he received the telegram
he wept for joy. He has called a meeting of
his grand children, and next week will have a
big reunion.
Thomas Price Wanted
Any one knowing the whereabouts of
Thomas Price, whose father's name
was Richard (Dick) Price, home in
Munican, Va., who was a slave, own-
er's [owner's] name Samuel Bowles, kindly no-
tify [notify] Mrs. M. C. Cook, maiden name,
Charlotte M. Price, 65 Hayden St.,
Springfield, Mass. Had five sisters by
the name of Sarah, Nancy, Lucy, Mahiney,
and Margaret Price.—(Advertisement.)
THOMAS WILSON-I wish to find my brother Thomas Wilson. I last saw him in 1861 at Harrison's Landing, Va. He was in the employ of a doctor with whom he went to Washington and from there to the West. Address, Chas. Wilson, Merchantville, N. J.
THREE MEN WANTED.
Want to know the whereabouts of
Charlie, Granderson and Issac Whit-
field [Whitfield]. Their father's name was Gran-
derson [Granderson]. He moved from home,
Marshall, Texas, to Guthrie or Langs-
ton [Langston], Oklahoma, about ten years ago.
Charlie and Granderson were heard
of in Ashton, Kas., when their sister,
Hattie Smith (nee Whitfield) died.
Any information will be thankfully re-
ceived [received]. Yours in Christ,
BENNIE A. SMITH,
1523 Calhoun street, Ft. Worth, Texas.
TO FIND RELATIVES.
There have been separations in
many families, most of this being
brought about by the conditions that
prevailed during the days of recon-
struction or soon after the emancipa-
tion. Father was separated from
wife, mother from daughter, sister
from brother, and so on. A case of this
has come to light now: Rev. Samuel
A. Franklin, who is residing in New
Castle, Wash., is in search of rela-
tives and has placed the following in-
formation in the hands of the Globe.
He wrote a letter as follows:
'I would like to know the wherea-
bouts of my people. My mother be-
longed to Judge Reeves, who owned
the plantation called Castle Hills in
Albamar county, Calhoun. My moth-
er's name was Susan Franklin. There
were nine children of us. I had
brothers by the names of Sandy and
Richard; sisters Millie, Rose, Henri-
etta, Katie, and another by the name
of Ludie. I cannot remember the
name of the last one, as I left home
in 1881. My people were members of
the Zion Hill Baptist Church and Rev.
Robert Hughes was pastor. At the
time I left home my sister Millie was
living in New York and my mother
had married again to a man by the
name of Bartlett Boves. My Sisters
Katie and Henrietta went by the name of
Boves." Any information
that can be given as to whereabouts
of any of these people should be sent
to Rev. Samuel A. Franklin, Box 61,
in care of Miss Mary Franklin.
To know the whereabouts of Geo. T., Wm.
A., and Jame R. Henderson. Formerly be-
longed to Greenville Henderson of Dekalb Co.,
Ga., but are now somewhere in Virginia. Any
information regarding them will be thankfully
received by Cashier of National Savings Bank,
Chattanooga, Tenn.
To learn of Wm. Howard, formerly of King-
ston, Ga., but left that place six years ago.
When last heard of was in Baltimore, Md.,
May, 1870. Any information concerning him
will be gladly and thankfully received by his
mother, Susan Howard, Chattanooga, Tenn.,
Box 128.
To the churches in Louisiana: A
letter to be read in the churches
inquiring for a woman name Susan
Sprigs, mother named Fanny Willis
from Richard, in Gloucester county
Va., Richard Cook in Gloucester
county. My father was Susan
Spriggs, uncle John Stubbs, Ann
Stubbs father, to inquire for my
cousins, Edward and Mary Smith.
Aunt Jennie Lewis belonged to Mc
Connor [McConnor] in Williamsburg, Edward be-
longed [belonged] to Doctor Bird in Gloucester.
Please read this letter in all the
churches. Susan's sister was sold
before Richard Cook died Susan's
sister was named Ellen Green.
James Greens wife was sold [indecipherable]
Richard Cook state if any of
Ann Stubbs relations can be heard
of. Please write to Yorktown to
Ann Washington, I am married
now. My mother's name is Lucy
Stubb that uncle John Stubb had
for his wife. Our uncle got drowned
one night coming home from Pin-
ter [Pinter] Ponter Swamp, he was name
Watts Harris, he belonged to Rich-
ard [Richard] Cook, in Gloucester. I want
to hear from my relations if they
can be found anywhere in the
world. ANN WASHINGTON.
To the churches in Louisiana: A
letter to be read in the churches
inquiring for a woman name Susan
Sprigs, mother named Fanny Willis
from Richard, in Gloucester county
Va., Richard Cook in Gloucester
county. My father was Susan
Spriggs, uncle John Stubbs, Ann
Stubbs father, to inquire for my
cousins, Edward and Mary Smith.
Aunt Jennie Lewis belonged to Mc-
Connor [McConnor] in Williamsburg, Edward be-
longed [belonged] to Doctor Bird in Gloucester.
Please read this letter in all the
churches. Susan’s sister was sold
before Richard Cook died, Susan’s
sister was named Ellen Green.
James Green’s wife was sold out
Richard Cook state if any of
Ann Stubbs relations can be heard
of. Please write to Yorktown to
Ann Washington, I am married
now. My mother’s name is Lucy
Stubb that uncle John Stubb had
for his wife. Our uncle got drowned
one night coming home from Pin-
ter [Pinter] Ponter swamp, he was name
Watts Harris, he belonged to Rich-
ard [Richard] Cook, in Gloucester. I want
to hear from my relations if they
can be found anywhere in the
world. ANN WASHINGTON.
TO THE HEIRS OF GEORGE HAZZARD (COLORED), deceased. - Information is wanted concerning Nancy and Robert Hazzard (colored) or their heirs. The said Nancy and Robert were sold as slaves in Virginia many years ago. If they or their heirs can be found they may learn something to their advantage by applying to S. HARVEY THOMAS, 312 Walnut st., Philadelphia.
To the Methodist churches of
New Orleans: I would like to find
my mother Ersely Furlong, and
my brother Singleton Furlong.
We were sold from Martinsburg,
Berkely county, Virginia, Mother
was a member of the Methodist
Church. Children were Eldridge,
John, Charles and Wesley Furlong.
Address Hamilton Furlong, care
Rev. Geo. Dobson, Aberdeen,
Mississippi.
To the pastars of the colored Methodist churches -- Will you please inquire among your congregations for one Henry Hester, my father, who formerly belonged to David Hester. My name is Milton; my mother's name was Susan Cates. I was about 4 or 5 years of age when he was carried to Mississippi. If you find him please tell him to write; if not will you please inform me. Address Milton Johnson, Flournoy Station, Miss.
TO THE PASTORS IN CHARGE OF
THE DIFFERENT CHURCHES IN
NEW ORLEANS:--I wish to make
some inquiries in your churches for
my father. His name is Wiley
Vaughan, and was a drayman. My
mother was sold from him and
brought to Texas. There are three
of us children - I being the young-
est [youngest]. My mother is Mathilda
Vaughan; my sister Louisa Vaugh-
an [Vaughan], my brother Wiley Vaughan. I
also have an aunt in New Orleans,
my father's sister - her name is
Eliza Hutchinson. My mother was
a member of the Harmonia Asso-
ciation [Association], and used to live on Jersey
street; she was a member of St.
Paul church. My home is in San
Antonio, but I am teaching school
in Riddleville. If there can be any
information given of my father and
aunt it will be thankfully received.
Write me at Riddleville; I shall be
here until the 25th of June.
MARY MATILDA VAUGHAN.
To Whom it May Concern.
Can any one answer this letter to the satis-
faction [satisfaction] of the writer?
"TO THE EDITOR OF THE SUN-Sir: I have some relations
in Richmond, Va. They are not in Richmond town, but
are in that county. My mother was named HARRIET KING,
and me and my brother PETER were sold together, and
came as far as Duck Hill, Miss., together, and there we
parted. I was sold to a man by the name of MOOKLAH.
My owner's name was ROBERT KING. His wife died be-
fore [before] I was sold. I cannot remember all of my mother's
children. My sister was named EMMA KING. My
father's name was ISHAM KING. He died a good while
before I was sold. Please give me some information
of the whereabouts of my relatives. Respectfully yours,
"SOPHIA BROWN.
"CARROLLTON, Miss., Sept. 3."
What strange things we have seen in our
day! And how incredible they seem when
revived by such an appeal as this!
TOM CARNAHAN, the colored member of the Lincoln police force, has been treated to a genuine surprise by the arrival of his brother from Texas, whom he has not heard from in twenty years. Before the war Tom and his brother were slave chil-dren in Arkansas and were separated by the war. Tom drifted to the north and his brother to Texas. A short time ago a letter from the latter place informed Tom that his brother was alive and well and the reunion was agreed upon and carried out.
TOM COLEMAN-I wish to find my son Tom Coleman. He left here in November 1890. He is 17 years of age, brown in color and has a small scar on his face. I would also like to find my brother Tyler Greenwade. Address, Dave Coleman, Roaring Spring, Ky.
Two brothers, colored, met in the streets of Cincinnati, last Sunday, after a separation of sixty years. Their names are Joshua and Solomon Collins. They were both formerly slaves in Fleming county, Virginia. Joshua bought his freedom in 1849, and re-moved to Cincinnati, where he has since resided. Solomon ran away from his master, then living in Ken-tucky, in 1837, and made his way safe-ly to Canada. The meeting was pure-ly accidental, and, of course, was en-joyed by the two old men. Joshua is eighty-two years old, and Solomon over sixty.
TWO COLORED MEN.
Information Wanted As to Alex Desembly and Frank Mc-Farland
Springfield, Mo. February 8th, 1912.
Hon. J. F. Barbour, Maysville, Ky.
Dear Sir: I understand that you are ex-tensively acquainted throughout Mason coun-ty, Kentucky, and I am writing to in-quire if you ever knew or heard of two men named Alexander Desembly and Frank McFarland. They are supposed to have been Negroes, and they both served in Company II 13 U. S. Colored Kentucky Artillery, Northern Army,during the Civil War, and were resi-dents of Mason county. I suppose these men had been slaves, and perhaps belonged to someone named Desembly and McFarland in Mason county.
I should like very much to find out if they are still living and their present address-es,if they are dead, would like the name and address of their widows or some of their family, and if you can give me any information in regard to them or refer me to someone who might be able to, I will very much appreciate it.
Yours truly,
T. M. HUBBELL.
TWO WOMEN WANTED.
By a Gentleman Who Asks the Police to
Help Him Find Them.
Information is wanted of the whereabouts of
Rebecca, a mulatto, and Patsey, a black woman,
who were once the servants of Mrs. Caroline
B. Trumbull, of the State of Louisiana,
by Gen. Butler, who is stopping at Major Butler's
residence, No. 1520 Lucas Place. The
General said he thought the two women were
in the city, and he desires the aid of the police
in searching for them.
V
V. J. Lancaster, of 2206 Walnut
street, wishes to find the whereabouts
of his brother, Frank Lancaster. They
formerly lived in Louisville, Ky. Call
at Palladium office.
W
W O. .HOWARD WANTED.
The Gazette has received a letter
from Miss D. Howard, Meriden, Miss.,
asking for information of her brother,
William O. Howard, also known as
Ollie Howard, who was known to have
been in Alexandria last September.
Want to Find Her.
Mrs. Bettie Graves, of Radnor, Pa.,
is very anxious to locate or hear
something of the whereabouts of
her grandmother, Mrs. Annie Kelley.
Address all communications to,
MRS. BETTIE GRAVES,
Care of Mrs. Henley,
Radnor, Pa.
Want to Find Them.
I would like to know the whereabouts
of my brothers William and Anderson
Robinson. When last heard of they
were working in Richmond. Also my
sisters Sallie, Jane and Louisa Robinson,
Sallie married and went to Washington
to live. My father's name was Walker
Robinson, he was absent at the time of
the war and has not been heard from
since. My mother's name was Martha
Robinson, and when last heard of was
living with Sallie. My name is Frank
Robinson.
Any information concerning them
will be gladly received by addressing
the same.
FRANK JOHNSON.
94 Ashland, St. New Haven, Conn.
3t.
Want to Know—of the whereabouts
of my daughter, Mrs. Victory Wil-
liams [Williams], last heard of she was in Regin,
Texas, any information concerning
her will be highly appreciated, ad-
dress [address] Mrs. Lina Williams, 117 West
First street, St. Angelo, Texas.
5-3-1t
Wanted
Mr. Alex Young, No. 820 Fort
Street Chattanooga, Tenn. wishes
to find his brother Rev. Samuel
Young. Any one knowing of his
whereabouts will do a favor by writ-
ing [writing] the above.
WANTED
Wanted to learn the whereabouts
of my parents Peggy and Jessie
Johnson. who about three years ago
were taken to Philadelphia to Dr.
Hughes, but since that time I learn
that they have returned to Richmond
and are at present in the city. And
also the whereabouts of George Turner
a man who accompanied them
at the time of their disappearance
and returned with them to this city,
and if they can be found call or address
all communications to PLANET
office, 811 E. Broad st. I am in the
city ready to receive my will.
CELIA ANN JOHNSON, alias.
ROSA JOHNSON.
WANTED - Information of LUCY GLEED,
(colored ) from the widow Carter's. Oakland,
near Leesburg, Va. Information will be thank-
fully received by her mother at Daniel Russ'
house, on O street, near North Capitol street.
my 16-2t*
WANTED - Information of the whereabouts of
Mrs. Col. Wright; maiden name was Paulina
Wamoux, formerly of West Tennessee. Information
wanted by Mrs. Sallie Taylor, lady of color who
worked for her mother some years ago in Columbia,
Tenn. If she is in the city will she please send her
address to 3330 Washington av., St. Louis, Mo? tl
WANTED - The address of David
Brunson, Co. K, 54th Mass. (col-
ored), whose former home was Blairs-
ville Indiana Co., Pa. Address John
Brunson, Box 224, Sewickley, Pa.
WANTED -- INFORMATION AS TO THE
whereabouts of my father and mother, Pompey
Williams and Susan Williams. Mr. William
Alberty, please give me some information of my
parents; you were the last person seen with them.
Address JERUSHA WILLIAMS, Fourth alley between
Congress and Jefferson sts., Georgetown, D.C.
5-3
WANTED ---- Information of George Simpson (colored), who enlisted in 1863 or 1864. He was a slave in Clay County, Mo. Any member of the colored regiments who either saw or heard of him, address George Simpson, Santa Monica, Cal.
WANTED ---- Information of James Allensworth, who enlisted in 1863 or 1864 in Co. I, 16th U. S. C. Troops. His sister, Kate Johnson, 618 Upper 9th St., Evansville, Ind., would like to know whether he lost his life in the service, or, if not, his present address.
WANTED ----- To know if any old comrade or anyone knew Isaac, Daniel, John or Robert Henry Burns, of Culpeper Courthouse, Va.: owned by Presley Rixey. I am their sister, Mary Kile, 407 Orange street, Argenta, Ark.
Wanted Information of my Folks.
I want to find my people. We
came from South Carolina to Green
county, Ala., about 5 years before
the war. My mother was Milly Gil-
lam [Gillam], and she died in South Carolina.
My father's name was Dick Gillam,
afterwards Dick Anderson. He
married again and his second wife
was named Fanny. I am the only
child by his first wife, by the second
he had 5 children named, Edmond,
Rachael, Dinah, Phoebe, and Polly
We moved to Mississippi, four miles
east of Corona, on old Dr. Calhoun's
place. Edmond joined the U.S
army at Corinth. I left the others
on the Calhoun place about 1863 and
have not seen or heard from them
since. I heard that Edmond was
killed at Fort Pillow.
I will pay a reward for any infor-
mation [information] of either of the above.
Write me at Huntsville, care of
the Journal.
tf. John Milton Anderson.
Wanted the address of Drury Hutchinson,
when last heard from he was at the Bingham
House, Philadelphia, Penn, Address John P.
Rogister, Red Bank, N. J.
Wanted To Find His Foiks.
I wish to learn of the whereabouts of
my folks. My father was name Dickson;
brother name Edmond Anderson;
sisters named Polly, Dinah and Rachel
Anderson. Sister Polly married a man
by the name of John Anderson.
I came from South Carlina when I
was 19 years of age and stayed 2 or 3
years in Green county Ala., then went
to Lee county Miss., near Carona. I left
there the 2nd year of the war and went
to Corinth from there to Cleveland,
Tenn., where I joined the Federal army
and served three years and have been in
Huntsville since I was mustered out.
Write Milton Anderson at Huntsville
care The Journal.
tf
WANTED To know the where-abouts of
JUNIUS BROWDER. He formerly lived
in Louisville, Ky., and at Madison, Ind. His
sister is anxious to know his address. Any in-
formation concerning him will be cheerfully re-
ceived. LAURA PARNELL, 1422 Curtis Street,
Denver, Col.
Wanted to Know the Whereabouts of
the Relatives of Mary Terry.
Anyone knowing of the whereabouts
of the relatives and friends of Mary
Terry, who formerly resided in Springfield,
Ill., will confer a great favor upon
her by sending such information to
the working girls home, 4913 Dearborn
street.
Wanted to know the whereabouts of Sallie
Clark, if living, also her children, my brothers
and sister, Nancy, Caroline, Robert, Tip, Tobe,
Frank, Samuel and Aaron Clark, all of whom
were taken South by Negro-traders from this
county in 1862 and 63. Address Mrs. Eliza
Husher, (formerly Eliza Clark,)
WANTED TO KNOW--The whereabouts
of "Big Will" Howard, colored, who
was sold during the war, in Harlan
county, to Wm. Onthang. Howard is
now about fifty years old, and has a scar
on one cheek. Write to T. M. Purnell,
Millersburg, Ky.
WANTED TO KNOW.-Matilda Waricks,
formerly Matilda Woods, colored, of Burl
ington, Kansas, desires us to advertise for
her the whereabouts of her parents; she
says her father belonged to a man named
Futrell and her mother to Fennel Woods, of
this county. Call at this office for informa-
tion.
Wanted trace of Jiles Absolom or Sarah Al-
len, sister to Adaline Allen and children of
Nancy Allen and Paul Gaddy, belonged to
Berry Allen, of Richmond, Virginia, whose oc-
cupation was doorkeepes at capirol square were
separrted at their owners death, Adaline goidg
to Kentucky with John Allen. Such informa-
tion will bt thankfully received by Adaline
Turner, No. 185 W. Second St.
WANTED — INFORMATION AS TO WHERE-
abouts [whereabouts] of John Smith, colored, formerly of Tom
Blanton's place, near Fredericksburg, Va., and
daughters, Ora and Sarah Smith. PEARL
SMITH, 323 North West st. Alexandria, Va. 1t*
WANTED!
INFORMATION of the whereabouts of Samuel
Pearl (colored) late of Owensboro, Ky.
Any information concerning him will be thankfully
received.
ED. CLAYBROOK,
Owensboro, Ky. nB0-1t*
Wanted!
Information as to the address
of Simon Smith or his widow or
heirs if he is dead. He was a colored
man and served in Co "B"
11th U.S. Colored Infantry in
the Civil war and his address was
given us DeSoto county, Miss.
Small recovery can probably be
made. Address Harvey Spalding
& Sons, Washington, D.C.
Wanted,
INFORMATION of the whereabouts of MAR-
THA ANN, SUSAN, JANE and NACE
MONTGOMERY, children of ANDERSON MONT-
GOMERY, colored, formerly owned by Alexander
Haslip, near Port Tobacco, but for twenty-two
years past living in Richmond, Va. She is de-
sirous of obtaining information of her children,
if living or dead, and if any person who can do
so, should meet with this notice, they will con-
fer a great favor by sending intelligence to her
at 1222 Broad street, Richmond, Va. Also,
information of her sister, MARTHA WARE,
who was owned by the same gentleman, (Mr.
Haslip.) Anderson was taken to New Orleans
about twenty-two years ago and shortly after-
wards purchased in Virginia.
Oct. 25, 1872 - 2t
WANTED, INFORMATION in relation
to my children, NANCY, BEN, POLLY,
TEMPA, and ISHAM BAILEY, who formerly belonged
to Ben Prince, Sussex county. If any of
them are living, or if any person can give me
information of them, they will confer a great favor.
Address me, in this city, care of Mr. George D.
Fisher.
no23--3t* MARY BAILEY, colored.
WANTED, INFORMATION,
OF a colored boy named LYMAN GREEN,
about 18 years old; was in Memphis
last winter; was raised on Milton Covington's
plantation, 25 miles north of Natchez.
Information of his whereabouts will be
thankfully received by his mother, Mary
Green, by addressing E. A. Hawks, St. Louis,
Mo. dec13-1t*
WANTED- Information
Martha Steel, a colored girl, about 25 years
old; when last heard of was at Cairo. Any information
concerning her will be thankfully received by her
mother, SARAH LEE, care of M. Hulbert, El Dora,
Hardin Co., Iowa. se16 s183-1t
WANTED----If any comrade knows the pres-
ent address of Lieut. J. C. Haskell, Co. B,
54th U. S. C. T., communicate with Rev. Geo.
Nichols, Box 315, Guthrie, Okla.
WANTED---Information of
DAVY LINN (colored), formerly of Chicago,
and who left here about three years since with an Illinois
regiment, number not known. Any information
concerning him will be thankfully received by
his wife WINNIE LINN, 235 Monroe st., Chicago.
ault-o097 2t
WANTED---To know the whereabouts
of Mr. J. B. Finley, a citizen
of the Cherokee Nation and formerly
a resident of Coffeyville, Kan.; is a
man about 45 years of age. Anyone
knowing his whereabouts will please
communicate with J. H. T. Smith,
Insurance and Real Estate Agent,
Coffeyville, Kan.---Adv.
WANTED--Address of Sarah
Scott (colored) by her brother,
Anderson Lewis: 717 Union street,
Springfield, Mass.
WANTED--ADDRESSES.
Subscribers to THE NATION-
AL TRIBUNE may insert a
three-line advertisement under
this head at the rate of 50c. for
one insertion; three insertions for
$1. The privilege of this column
is strictly confined to our sub-
scribers.
WANTED-The name and postoffice address of any
officer or enlisted man who knew Julian Broad,
who enlisted at Beaufort, S. C., in a colored regiment,
in 1864 or '65.-Mrs. Maggie Broad, 819 Union street,
Brunswick, Ga.
WANTED--Comrades of Wheeler's Colored
Cavalry who knew Edward Moore, Co. B, 3d
Wis. Vols., First Division, -Second Brigade,
Twentieth Army Corps. He enlisted first
in Wheeler's Cavalry, in Georgia or the
Carolinas, in 1863 or 1864; then, January,
1865, he enlisted in the above regiment, to
write Tyler Moore, Box 138, Tallula, Miss.
WANTED--Information as to company and
regiment of Ed. Moore, who enlisted in 1864
or 1865; said to have served in Co. B, 3d
Wis. Vols., for one year. Address Tyler Moore,
Box 138, Tallula, Miss.
WANTED--INFORMATION CONCERN-
ing [concerning] the whereabouts of ISAAC and
NANCY DOSS, colored. will be thankfully re-
ceived [received] by their distressed son,
THOMAS DOSS,
Lawraville P. O., Baltimore county, Md.
Jy12--6t*
WANTED--Information concerning
my wife whom I married March 3, 1898
Her maiden name was Angie Downaldson
and her mothers name Eliza and
her sister Jennie. I married her in
Madison county Any information will
be appreciated by her husband G. W.
Kinebrew, Rawlison, Ark., or W. H.
Kinebrew, Scottsboro, Alabama.
WANTED--Information of a col-
ored [colored] boy named Charley Taylor, taken from
the place of Squire Vernon, five miles from this
city, it is thought, by Clarke and Magruder's men,
about two years ago. Any information of the said
boy will be thankfully received by his father.
HENRY TAYLOR.
ji6 d12* Indianapolis, Ind.
WANTED--Information of Billy Brown, colored, who was for years a servant in the Hall family. Will he or anyone knowing his whereabouts please send information to 113 Va. ave. sw. 1t,em
WANTED--INFORMATION OF HELEN JEFFERSON (colored), who arrived on steamer Old Dominion on Monday. ALEX CAPRON, 37 East Twentieth street.
WANTED--Information of William Talbert (colored),
supposed to be in Memphis, Tenn., sold by
Henry Patterson in 1852. Any information will be
thankfully received by his mother, Martha Hunt,
Sacramento ave., St. Louis, Mo. Memphis papers
please copy.
WANTED--Information wanted
of the whereabouts of a colored woman named
FANNY WINTERSMITH, who came from New York
to Chicago in October or November last with her two
children, whom she left here, on Jackson street (if the
advertiser remembers right), and returned to New
York. If the persons with whom she left her children
(or any one else) can give any information respecting
her, they will please address P. O. Box 122
Alton, Illinois. au15-o897-4t
WANTED--INFORMATION.
WANTED--To know the whereabouts of
Lula Green, as her brother, Willie
Walker, colored, is very low at 916 State
street. Any information concerning her
will be received by calling POE'S
STORE, Tenth and State. 78490
WANTED--Information. In 1862 Green
Baker, or Bruester, living near
Moscow, Fayette Co., Tenn. joined one
of the Tennessee colored regiments and
has never been heard from by his family.
Any of his comrades knowing his where-
abouts, either living or dead, or to the
organization he belonged, address his
sister, Catherine Bruester, Carthage, Mo.
WANTED--Name and address of any person who
served in U.S. Navy with Joseph Bell, colored,
who enlisted in March of April, 1863, at Camp Birney,
Md. Mrs. Winnefred Sanders, Box 254, Sewickley, Pa.
WANTED--The addresses of Lieut. F.
L. Mittie and Serg't Bakes, both of
Co. H, 24th U. S. C. T. Address Chas. W.
Grant, Hospital, Farmhurst, Del.
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WANTED--The address of Harry Mc-
Connell, Co. I, 83rd Regiment, Penn-
sylvania Volunteers. L. F. Lane, Mon-
trose, Pa.
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WANTED--The address of John Lem-
ley, late Battalion Bugler of Stu-
art's Battalion, Independent Ill. Vol.
Cavalry, later of 15th Ill. Vol. Cav. John
H. Watson, El Dorado, Kan.
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WANTED--The address of John
Grimes, Co. H, 24th Regiment, U.
S. C. T. Volunteers. Address Charles W.
Grant, County Hospital, Farmhurst, Pa.
WANTED--The addresses of members of
Co. G, 66th U. S. C. T., who knew
Archie Brown. Address Mrs. Julia Brown,
Tallula, Miss.
WANTED--The addresses of Thomas C. Allen
and Hubbard Franklin Allen, who are sup-
posed [supposed] to have enlisted in the 65th U.S.C.T.
at Benton and Brakes, Mo. The brothers may
have enlisted under the name of Perkins in-
stead [instead] of Allen. Address their mother, Mrs.
Sarah G. Carter, No. 710 Belle St., Alton, Ill.
WANTED--To know the whereabouts
of Sallie Gatewood. Her address was No.
120 Granby St., Norfolk, Va.
Yours truly
Sandy Anderson,
Mineola, Tex.
WANTED--To see LEAH RICHARDS, colored.
Any one knowing of her whereabouts will
please direct her to JAMES ROYCE'S office, 44 Se-
cond [Second] street. d28-3t*?
WANTED-Address of Capt. James H. Mathew, Co.
F, 66th Colored Vol. Inf: Lieut. Dallas Duval, Co.
F, 66th Colored Vol. Inf, 1864, '65. By Lewis Smith, col-
ored, formerly drummer boy of Co. F, 66th Colored Vol.
Inf., Weatherford, Tex.
WANTED-The Address of David D. Ficket, Cap-
tain, Co. D, 20th U. S. C. T., by Nelson Lewis,
Mendota, Ill.
Wanted.
I would like to know the whereabouts
of a Mr. Samuel Scott, (colored,) who
had a sister by the name of Lucy Scott.
I am her daughter, and if this reaches
the above named person, for further in-
formation please write to
Mrs. JENNIE HUNT,
McBaine, Mo.
WANTED.
Information of my son, Thos. Shoals,
who, when last heard from, was in Cleve-
land, Ohio, he is now, probably in Col-
umbus, Ohio. Wm. Shoals, George-
town, Ky., care of Jas. Harley, Esq.
(May 4, 1 mo.)
Wanted.
I wish to find my two sons, Stephen and
Albert Gee. The last heard of them they
were in St Louis. Send information to
this paper or to me. Mrs Lydia Gee,
47 Ruth Street. Memphis Tenn.
WANTED.
INFORMATION OF THE WHEREA-
BOUTS [WHEREABOUTS] of my wife, Margaret Lawrence, (colored) who
left Knoxville in June last to go to Georgia in search of her
father, who goes by the name of James Warden and James
Marshall. Nothing has been heard of said Margaret since
she left this place. It is supposed she has gone to Middle
Tennessee. Any one knowing where she is will confer a fa-
vor [favor] by addressing her husband,
JAMES LAWRENCE,
Aug 21-2t* Russellville, Tenn.
WANTED.
Information Wanted
OF LEN PERRIAN, A NEGRO MAN, BRICK MA-
SON [MASON]. He is the father of Lydia Cook, who belongs
to James McMurtry, of Bryantsville, Ky. He formerly
lived in Shelbyville, Ky. I wish Len to come or write
to me as soon as possible. GIBSON McMURTRY,
f20 dl* Bryantsville, Ky.
WANTED.
WANTED--Information of my husband, John Wilson, a mulatto man, who left my home, without explanation, taking with him property of my customers. He is of short stature, scar on left jaw, mustache, and about 22 years of age. Any information of his whereabouts sent to me at Fountain Head Station, will be gratefully received. SALLY WILSON. au30 1t"
WANTED.
WANTED—INFORMATION—My wife, NAN-
CY [NANCY] WATSON, colored woman, and two chil-
dren [children], George, aged 9 or 10, and Jane, aged 4 or 5, ar-
rived [arrived] in Louisville, Ky., last summer. They were
from Avoyelle Parish, La., near Marksville. We
all belonged to Mr. Cornelius Voris. I have not
heard one word from them since their arrival in
Kentucky. I shall be under many obligations to
any one who will inform me of their whereabouts.
Address me by letter at New Albany, Ind.
WILLIAM WATSON (colored),
Private in the 79th Regiment,
mb21 d1 Louisiana Colored Infantry.
WANTED. --Information is wanted as to
the whereabouts of a mulatto boy named
Evans, who was borne at Falling Water,
Decalb Co., Tennessee, is now about four-
teen [fourteen] years old, was owned by David
Coger, at Smithsville, Tennessee, until he
was about 3 years of age. Coger sold him
to John F. Moon, who then resided at Al-
exandria [Alexandria], Decalb county, Tenn. Moon
owned him about two years and traded
him to John Dedman, who then resided
three miles from Alexandria, in Smith
county, Tenn., and was with him in the
month of March, 1864.
The boy's mother's name was Winnie,
a bright mulatto woman. would now be
about thirty three years of age, and in
the month of March, 1864, was living
with John Dedman. Any information of
the whereabouts of the boy will be
thankfully received by
HARRY TERRY,
Washington C.H., Ohio.
WANTED.– Information as to the whereabouts
of Lerov Smith, (colored) will
be thankfully received by his sister, Josephine
Smith, of Indiadapolis, Ind. Brother and
sister were separated in the days of slavery,
and these two are the only ones now living.
A man by this name lived, at one time, either
at Wescoe or Roscoe. Anyone who can give
the desired information will please address
Box 421, Monongahela City, Pa.
Wanted.––The address of Agnes Ross, broth-
er [brother] of Mary Ross, a colored woman generally
known as "Lame Mary," who before 1863 was a
slave of David Castleman of Lexington, Ky.
She left Lexington suddenly about 1864 or 1865
and never returned. When last heard of
through her letters to her mother she was in or
near Belmont, Pa. She is an heir to property
in St. Louis. Any one knowing address of her,
or her children, will favor her by sending same
to John W. Dryden Atty. St. Louis. Mo.
WANTED.—Information of Henry Dales,
colored. He will hear something ; to
his advantage by calling at No. 110 Jefferson
St., Memphis, Tenn. 42_’-14⁰
WANTED.—Information of Squire Ferguson, (colored,) son of Squire and Jane Ferguson, formerly of Maiden, W. Va., but who has not been heard from since Lightburn's retreat, Address Jane Ferguson, Rutland, O. Exchanges, disposed to aid a mother in finding her son, will please give the above publicity.
Wanted— information concerning
the address of Austin R. Roulhac, re-
cently left heir to large estate.
Write Attorney Clarence A. Jones,
412-15 German building, Los Angeles,
Calif.
WANTED—By Geo. E. Lemon, attorney, Wash-
ington, D. C.—The address of Sam Spoons, or
Sam Spoons Blakely, who received mail at Danville,
Tenn., and later at Kellysville, Tex.; son of John
Spoons, or John Spoons Blakely, late private Co. B,
15th U. S. C. T.
WANTED—By George E. Lemon, Washington, D. C.
—The present address of Georgie Ann Brown
(colored), formerly of Natchez, Miss., widow of Leonard
Brown, Co. G, 5th U. S. H. A. Information of importance
to her awaits the above. 510-3t
WANTED—Information of a COLORED WOMAN,
formerly owned by a Mrs. Worthington, Han-
over [Hanover] street, Baltimore, and who lived in D.C. Crox
all's [Croxall's] family, Hoffman street, about fifteen years ago.
Address T. & W., Sun office. d14-1m*?
WANTED—Information. Mrs. Mary
Meadows, formerly Miss Mary
Alexander, when last heard from
was living in Philadelphia, Pa.
She can learn something of in-
terest to her by addressing Reese
Bracken, 533 South Adam Street,
Peoria, Ill.
WANTED—Thankfully to receive informa-
tion concerning the whereabouts of my
mother. Lucy McNiel, colored. BEN BATCHE-
LOR. 208 South Summer street.
Wantes Information of Her Son.
Mrs Jane Drake, who formerly be-
longed to Mr Shanklin wants informa-
tion of her son,John Gardner. She last
saw him in Nashville, Tenn., in the lat-
ter part of 1864. Address Mrs Jane
Drake care The Journal. tf
WANTS INFORMATION
Mr. John G. Lewis G. M. of Masons
for Louisiana, wishes information of
one Mrs. Amy Fuller, who lived near
Post Oak Ala. Her son John Fuller is
dead and it will be to her interest to
communicate with Grand Master Lewis
at Natchitoches, La.
WANTS INFORMATION. - An aged colored
man named John Stranger, who resides in
the neighboring town of Washington, Yolo
county, desires information as to the whereabouts
of any or all of his five sons, whom
he left in Lebanon, St. Clair county, Illinois,
when he came to California. He thinks
some of them have come to this State.
WANTS TO FIND BROTHERS
Mr. J. R. W. Johnson writes from Rapid City, South Dakota, inquiring the whereabouts of his brothers, William H., Clinton, and Edward Johnson. He has lost his wife and two sisters in recent months, and is in straitened circumstances, his health having failed. He would be glad to receive any information that may lead to locating his relatives.
Wants to Find Her Father.
My father, William Egester, was
born in Richmond, Va., 1841 (?)
and was sold to Mr. John Wither-
spoon in Lawrenceburg, Ky., in
1849. His mother's name was Mar-
tha Anne Page Crump Egester. She
afterwards married a Cox. Her
children were named John and Chas-
tine Cox. John Cox married a lady
by the name of Polly and a child by
the name of Henry was born to
them.
If any one knows of the where-
abouts of any of them, or can fur-
nish any information, please write
MRS. JAS. OAKLEY, 214 14th
street, New Albany, Ind. 3-t
Wants to Find Her People.
A negress named Arena Ross, of Cross
Plains, Tenn., has written Detective Tom-
linson [Tomlinson], asking for some information re-
garding [regarding] lost relatives. She wrote as fol-
lows [follows]:
Cross Plains, Tenn.,
January 1, 1906.
"Dear Sir,—I wish you to inquire of my
family and would be glad if you would
give me any information that would lead
to locate the following persons, white or
colored: William Sammons, Robert Keel-
ing [Keeling] (white), Bettie Sammony, Pete Flem
ings [Flemings], Ned, John Harrison or Ben Sam-
mons [Sammons], Peggie Hardinary or Rachel Sam-
mons [Sammons] (colored). I formerly belonged to
William Sammons, but was brought away
by my young master, Robert Keeling, and
have never heard from my people since.
Any information given me to lead to find-
ing [finding] the parties named will be highly ap-
preciated [appreciated]."
WANTS TO FIND HER RELA
TIVES [RELATIVES].
Mrs Sarah Daniels of DeFuniak
Springs, Fla., writes: "At the time
of the war I had three brothers and
a sister who were carried from South
Carolina to Alabama by a white
Methodist preacher by the name of
Ledbetter. They were named re-
spectively [respectively], Hezekiah, William Ca-
pers [Capers], Robert and Laura. I shall be
very garteful for any information of
them.
Address, Mrs Sarah Daniels.
De Funiak Springs, Fla.
WANTS TO FIND HIM.
I would like to know the where-
about of my brother, Robert L.
Carrington. He was last heard from
in 1908 in Guntersville, Alabama.
His mother's name is Polly Carring-
ton, South Boston, Halifax County,
Va. If any one knows of his where-
abouts, please write his sister, Liz-
zie C. Love, at 1200 U Street, N. W.,
Washington, D.C.
Liberal reward offered for such in-
formation.
Wants to Find Him.
We would like to know the where-
abouts of Richard Lewis, Jr. He
was last heard from March, 1909.
He was then at Portsmouth, Va. His
mother's name is Harriet Lewis and
his father's name is Richard Lewis,
Sr., all of North Emporia, Va.
If any one knows of his wherea-
bouts or can furnish any information
concerning him, please write his
parents at North Emporia, Va., as
they are very anxious to find him.
Wants to Find His Father.
I would like to locate my father
Bartlett Braxton. We were separat-
ed during slavery and I took my
mother's name which was Mitchell.
After freedom I lived at Nashville,
Tenn. If any one can give me any
information as to whether my fath-
er is living or dead it will be very
thankfully received. Address
B. B. MITCHELL,
Spring Hill, Kan.
WANTS TO FIND HIS FATHER.-Charls
D. Weaver, a colored boy, who is now in very
ill-health, of this town, desires to know of
the whereabouts of his father, Charles Henry
Weaver, who formerly belonged to a Mr. Me-
Quinn, of Rappahannock county, and who
left this county about the second year of the
war, then living with Mr. Harrison Strickler,
of this county. Any information that will
lead to his afflicted son finding him, will be
thankfully received.
Papers throughout the country will confer
a favor by copying this.-Page Courier.
WANTS TO FIND HIS FOLKS.
Mr. Alexander Buford who was
born in the Big Cove at the foot of
Big Mountain, and who left here be-
fore [before] or during the war, wants to find
some of his folks. Anyone who knows
of him will please write or call at the
Journal office.
Wants to Find His People.
AN EX-SLAVE IN SEARCH OF HIS PARENTS OR
BROTHERS.
The clerk of the court has received a letter dated
Greenville, S. C., stating: "Many years ago I was
sold from my mother and father. I now wish to
hear from them as I am in possession of property,
and do not know when I am call from this world.
My master's name was George Williams and his
wife was named Betsy Williams, and he had sons
named George and Munroe and one daughter
named Rosa, who married a Hancock, and her hus-
band [husband] sold me to Mr. Jack Brinkley, a speculator.
My father belonged to a family of Browns." He
gives the names of George, Mary Jane, Ellen Nora,
and Peter Brown, as those of his brothers and sis-
ters [sisters], and closes by saying: "I was born back of the
public pump on Avenue street, Washington city, I
have been away from there 40 years. Do let me
hear from some of my people. John A. Brown."
WANTS TO FIND SISTER.
Mr. George Noels wants to find his
sister, Martha Noels. They parted
over forty years ago at Pine Bluff,
Ark. She went to Tuscumbia, Ala.,
He lives at Fithugh, Ark.
Wants to Find Them,
Editor of The Planet:
Dear Sir, - Kindly advertise in
your paper if there is any one in the
city of Richmond that is a sister to
Nancy Robinson of 146 Rockaway
Road, Jamaica, L. I., N. Y.
Nancy Robinson has a daughter
by the name of Octava, and the
(both) mother and daughter are
dead, and the sister is wanted to
settle her sister's estates. Please
put this in your paper, and if the ad
is answered please notify me at
once.
My address is:
JOHN H. WOODSON,
11 Jacob Place,
Jamaica, N. Y.
WANTS TO FIND THEM.
I would like to locate some of my
people. My father's name was Ryland
Jones, my mother's name was Jones,
before she was sold, and after she
was sold, her name was Mary Carter.
My sister's name was Janie Stokes,
her brothers were named Richard and
Henry Jones. Mother belonged to
Mr. Charles Ebell, of Richmond, Va.
Mary Carter and Andrew Carter belonged
to the old Baptist Church. Any
information will be gladly received.
Richard Thompson,
Paincourtville, La.
Wants To Find Them.
I am anxious to locate my two un-
cles, Peter and Thomas Jackson,
sons of Daniel Jackson. They were
born in Maryland, and during
slavery were sold into Richmond,
Va. They have a sister now living
at Pittsburg, Pa. Any information
will be gladly received by addressing
DANIEL JACKSON,
5624 End St., E. E.
Pittsburg, Pa.
Wants to Find Them.
I would like to know the where-
abouts of some of my people. Lew-
is Smith, my uncle is of dark brown
complexion. When last heard of he
was in Arkansas. My aunt, Sallie
Anne Thorp married a Spaniard some
years ago. I had another aunt
named Patsy Thorp. She was sold
during slavery and when last heard
of was living in Louisiana.
Any information concerning them
will be thankfully received. Address
MRS. MOLLIE CURREN,
306 Cherry Street,
Covington, Va.
WANTS TO FIND THEM.
My father Eli Smith, now dead was
born and reared in the State of Virginia.
He was sold as a slave to
the State of Louisiana. There were
three brothers and one sister, all
sold as slaves in Louisiana, Eli,
John, James and Emily Smith. I
am the only living son. Any information
concerning the whereabouts
of any member of the family will
be gladly received.
DR. J. MITCHELL SMITH
955 1-2 Naomi Ave. Los Angeles,
California.
Wants to Find Them.
I am desirous of locating some of
my mother's people as follows: Mrs.
Rachel Williams, Mrs. Aritha Ann
Taylor, Mr. Benjamin Suckers and
Mrs. Kittie Ross. Mrs. Williams had
a son named Powell. There was also
another sister, Mrs. Amanda John-
son [Johnson], wife of Mr. John R. Johnson.
They are both dead. They had two
children, Mary E. and John R. John-
son [Johnson], Jr., both of whom have been
teachers. I think Mrs. Ross lives in
Halifax County. Address all informa-
tion [information] to JOHN M. DORSEY, 221 T
Street, N. W., Washington, D. C.
Wants to Find Them.
I wish to find Elias Smith and
Cottay Smith the father and mother
of William Smith and Elias Smith,
and also Martha Langum (wife of
Major Langum.) Elias Smith, son,
left home about 13 years ago and
now lives with me. These were all
residents of Halifax County. The
name of any prominent minister
connected with a Baptist Church,
forwarded to me will materially aid
me in finding parties. Address MRS.
MONIE BROOKS, Belle Alliance, La.
Wants to Find Them.
I would like to know the where-
abouts [whereabouts] of Mrs. Sarah Jefferson. When
last heard of she was living on St.
James St. or near 6th Mt. Zion Bapt
Church. Mr. Jefferson, her husband
was employed at the R. and D. R.R.
depot handling trunks. My aunt
Mrs. Prior Randolph resided at 605
W. Leigh St. Any information con-
cerning [concerning] either will be gladly receiv-
ed [received]. Address,
J. C. TRACY,
care Box 7,
Deer Lodge, Mont.
WANTS TO FIND THEM.
I would like to locate some of my
people. My father's name was Ryland
Jones, my mother's name was Jones,
before she was sold, and after she
was sold, her name was Mary Carter.
My sister's name was Janie Stokes,
her brothers were named Richard and
Henry Jones. Mother belonged to
Mr. Charles Ebell, of Richmond, Va.
Mary Carter and Andrew Carter be.
longed [belonged] to the old Baptist Church. Any
information will be gladly received.
RICHARD THOMPSON,
Paincourtville, La.
Wants To Find Them.
Information wanted of Dave Slow who once pastored a church in Richmond, also the name of the church. I would also like to communicate with a family by the name of Strange. My Husband, Samuel Strange was from Richmond. He left there when he joined the Army. He had two sons, one was named Warren. His sisters were Celia, Cinthia, and Irene, his brother was called Dick or Richard. They were the children of Mary and David Strange. Address all particulars to MRS. HATTIE STRANGE 310 Bowyer Street, Lexington, Ky.
Wants to Find Them.
I am very anxious to locate if
possible some of my people. My
mother's name when I last saw her
was Annie Lewis. It may be that she
has married again. She was a widow
then. There were two brothers, Ed-
die [Eddie] and Orange Lewis. I will be very
glad to hear from them if living, or
if any one can furnish any informa-
tion [information] of their whereabouts, it will
be gratefully received. Address MISS
CARRIE LEWIS, 22 Arsemren St.,
Passaic, N. J.
Wants To Find Them.
I desire to know the whereabouts of
Sandy Gould and Wm. Gould. One
the son, the other the nephew of Nich-
olas Gould. Nicholas Gould came from
Richmond, Va., during the war. Any
information will be gratefully received
by their nephew,
SAMUEL GOULD,
1809 Lombard St.,
Philadelphia, Pa.
Wants to Know.
Little six year old Myrtle Royal Vir-
ginia [Virginia] Lester wants to learn where to
find her grand parents who are sup-
posed [supposed] to reside in or near Richmond,
Va. Her father's name was Lee Royal
Lester. He had two brothers named
Jack and John Lester and 3 sisters,
Mollie, Mattie and Lizzer Lester.
Little Myrtle has the picture of her
father's twin-sister. Any information
will be gratefully received. Virginia
papers will please copy, especially
those in or near Richmond.
All letters or papers should be ad-
dressed [addressed] to
MYRTLE ROYAL VIRGINIA LESTER,
San Marcos, Texas.
WANTS.
INFORMATION WANTED OF MY
SON JOHNNY WHITE, a colored boy about
eighteen years old; was engaged at the Bon Air
Hotel, Chesterfield, during the summer of 1881;
from there he went to the Greenbrier White Sulphur
Springs. His last letter (7 November,
1881,) stated he was there waiting on a gentleman.
Any information concerning him will greatly relieve
the anxiety of his mother,
ELIZA BROWN,
Michaux Ferry post-office,
Powhatan county, Va.
au 2-2t*
WANTS.
INFORMATION WANTED, as to the
whereabouts of LUCINDA COATES, daughter
of George and Sally Coates, of the county of King
George. She was sold before the war in this city
and is supposed to be either here or in its vicinity.
Any information will be thankfully received. Ad-
dress GEORGE COATES,
ap 23-3t* Edge Hill, King George county, Va.
WANTS.
INFORMATION WANTED.— James
Henry Johnson, who formerly belonged to Mrs.
Catharine Berkeley, widow of Robert Berkeley,
wishes to know the place of residence of his former
mistress, so as to learn where to find his mother
Betsy and his sisters Mary, Ellen, Harriet, and Rose.
Address JAMES HENRY JOHNSON,
ap 4-1t* Williamstown, Martin county, N. C.
WANTS.
WANTED-INFORMATION IS WANTED
of the whereabouts of Solomon Jacobs, who,
prior to the war, was a slave of Daniel R. Mc-
Neal [McNeal], of Hardy county, Virginia, and sold to
Southern traders. Any person having informa-
tion [information] on the subject will favor his parents by ad-
dressing [addressing] EMMANUEL and CAROLINE JACOBS,
Keyser, Wester Virginia. my20-st*
WANTS. NOTICE.––Information wanted of RACHEL TAYLOR, colored, supposed to be employed in the city of Washington, or vicinity, as a servant. She was hired from the Old Capitol in June, by some person residing in or near the city. Any information in regard to her will be thankfully received by her husband, John Taylor, and may be left at this office. sep 12-3t
WASHINGTON MOSEBY-I wish to find my father Washington Moseby. I last heard from him about twelve years when he was living in Memphis, also. his brother Jimmy Lee. Address, Mattie P Moseby, 71 Gullatt street, Atlanta, Ga. 4-1.
WASHINGTON SAMSOM-I wish to find my father and mother. Father's name was Washington Samson. He lived in Mississippi and was the property of Judge Perkins. Address Alonzo Henry, Cuthbert, Ga.
WASHINGTON SHIP.-I wish to find my uncle Washington Ship. I left him in Wayne County, N. C. My name was Gracie Ship. I had an aunt named Hannah Kieth. Address Mrs. Gracie White, DuQuoin, Ill. 3-26-92.
We desire information of our long
lost son, Albert. He was born at
Columbia, Marion county, Miss., and
was raised by Mr. James Atkinson,
at that place. Address us, at
Marshall, Texas.
Sampson and
Harriet Brakefield.
We have received the following
inquiry from F. G. Gilbert, Bag-
well [Bagwell], Texas: "I would like to find
my people if possible. I lived in
Louisville, Ky., when I was about
6 years old, with my mother and
her other four children. Just be
fore [before] the proclamation of freedom
we were sold to a trader by the
name of Ben. Gilbert. Our former
master's name was Geo. S. Miller;
he was a merchant in Louisville,
Ky., at that time. I had two
brothers and two sisters. One of
my brothers died before we were
carried away. My mother was
named Eliza Miller, but she is now
named Eliza Baker. My mother's
parents were named Hannah and
Doc Hall. Hannah belonged to a
man named Hall. Doc was a free
man. Mother left my two sisters,
Sarah Jane and Rosa Miller, in
Louisville with George Miller. My
mother's people lived in Bullit
county, Ky., near Mt. Washington.
She had five sisters and four broth-
ers [brothers]. Her sisters were named Julia,
Margaret, Sallie, Susan and Caro-
line [Caroline]. The first four belonged to
Hall. Caroline belonged to a man
named Wheeler. The brothers
were named Henry, Robert, Clif
ton [Clifton] and Garland. Robert lived
with his father, Doc Hall. My
name, at that time, was Joseph
Henry Miller, but I have since
changed my name to Felix Gilbert.
Any information concerning them
will reach me if addressed to Felix
G. Gilbert, Bagwell, Texas.
We would like to know the whereabouts of
Charles J. Wilson who formerly lived in
Chillicothe, Ohio. His father William Wilson
died two weeks ago and left property to him
and to his sister. Any information concerning
him will be cheerfully received by Mrs. Jennie
Bass (nee Wilson) 1106 Gay street, Chillicothe,
Ohio.
Wedding After Forty Years of
Separation.
Our town is all agog this morning
over the wedding that is to be cele-
brated [celebrated] in a day or two between Aunt
Vina Johnson, an old colored lady of
our place, and a former husband,
from whom she has been separated
for forty years. Forty-three years
ago Aunt Vina was the slave of a Mr.
Johnson, in Fleming County, Ky.,
and was the wife of a Geo. Perry, also
a slave, whose master lived in Mason
County. He ran off and went to Can-
ada [Canada], but returned and got his wife
and child, and succeeded in reaching
Chillicothe with them, where they
were overtaken by Johnson, and the
wife and child taken back. She re-
mained [remained] a slave until 1864. Not hear-
ing [hearing] from her husband, and supposing
him dead, she married a man by the
name of Jerry Johnson, some four or
five years after being taken back, but
she was left a widow in a few years.
She moved to Ripley soon after being
set free. Perry, who had been living
in Canada until after the war, and
since that time has been engaged in
teaching school in Louisiana, wrote a
letter to the son of Aunt Vina's master
in Kentucky last March, inquiring
whether she was alive or dead. John-
son [Johnson] wrote to Harry Armstrong of our
place, Aunt Vina's son-in-law, and he
answered that she was living here.
Perry was at once advised, and he
commenced a correspondence. Eve-
rything [Everything] was satisfactory, and he wrote
that he would be here on Monday
night last. That Aunt Vina was all
anxiety and in a fever of excitement
no one need be told. True to his
promise, Perry arrived on Monday
evening, and the meeting was a joy-
ous [joyous] one. They have determined to
be remarried, and are making every
preparation for that event.--[Ripley
(O.) Bee.
WEIMER, Texas, 1883.
DEAR BRO. - I have found Alex. Wesley; he lives in my neighbor-hood, and his mother also. They are doing well. Any communication sent through me they will get it. Respectfully,
DOCK WATSON.
WERE SOLD IN SLAVERY.
Story of Two Sisters Who Were Reunited
After Forty-Two Years.
BONNE TERRE, Mo., July 11.--An event
rather out of the usual line occurred here
this week in the meeting of two sisters,col-
ored women, who under the operation of the
old slavery regime were separated 42 years
ago, when both were children, and had not
seen each other since. Tuesday evening,
Mrs. Woodsen, the elder sister, now 54 years
old, astonished her baby sister of 42 years
before, now Mrs. Culton, by presenting
herself at the latter's door.
In 1849, Mrs. Woodsen, then a girl of 12
years, was sold and taken South, where she
became the property of a man named
French, in whose family she remained a
slave until liberated. After the close of the
war, for a short time she attended a school
for colored people, established by a Mrs.
Snelling, where she learned to read and
write. She then instituted inquiry for her
relatives, and by correspondence with cer-
tain white ladies whom she remembered,
she obtained information of the whereabouts
of her sister, Mrs. Culton, who was an in-
fant in her mother's arms when Mrs. Wood-
sen was sent South. Her presence with her
sister is the result of her inquiries.
West Grove, Pa., Dec. 3, '94.
Mr. John Mitchell, Jr.,
Dear Sir :- I write you to know if you
can find a gentleman by the name of Alexander
Weadon. He had a daughter by
the name of Louise Weadon who if alive
is now a young woman. His wife who
died some years ago was Jane Johnson,
whose people resided in Alexandria, Va.
I am the daughter of her only sister Julia
Johnson Lomax and would like very
much to find her daughter. Do what
you can please and oblige
Yours for success,
JEANETTE E. JOHNSON LOMAX,
West Grove, Chester Co. Pa.
When I saw my folks last they were living in
Mississippi with Dr. Roston. My father was
named Charles my mother Sarah Ann. My sis-
ters [sisters] were Manda Eliza Matie, Mary, Kit and
Charity the baby. My brothers were George
and Gilbert. When I left my name was Maria
Colwell and I belonged to Marthia Colwell.
Lenzy Aliner brought me to Texas and my
name now is Warmley. When I heard of my
folks last they had been sold to Dr. Thompson.
Any information concerning any of the above
named persons will be thankfully received by
Maria Warmley, Smithville, Basleap county,
Texas.
Where Are His Sisters?
Mrs. Jane Wade and two daughters,
Anna and Laura were separated from
husband and son in Fort Valley, Ga.,
about eighteen years ago. Father and
I were moved to Rome, Ga., and two
years later heard from my sisters and
mother, still in Fort Valley. My brother,
Frank died when quite small. I am the
oldest brother–Tom. Any information
leading to their whereabouts will be
gratefully received at THE GAZETTE
office, Cleveland, O.
Where are Mother and Brother?
Any information leading to the where-
abouts [whereabouts] of Mrs. Mahaley Harris and
daughter, Celia Harris, or Burr Harris,
will be gratefully received by Ross A.
Harris, of Rixford, Pa., McKean County.
Mr. Harris thinks they were separated
at Wilmington, N. C., during the war.
He thinks he was born in Richmond,
Va., and he and his brother were raised
in Wilmington, N. C., by a German, H.
B. Illis. His twin brother, Burr Harris,
was sent away with a son of Illis to the
war and has not been heard of since.
He thinks his mother’s name was Ma-
haley [Mahaley] and his sister’s Celia Harris.
Where are the Bonds.
Any person knowing the whereabouts
of Mary Bond or William Bond, who
five years ago lived on Ontario street,
will please send the information to their
daughter, Mannie F. Bond. Box 41,
Bethany, Brooke County, W. Va.
Where Are They?
Joseph Hatcher asks the public to
help him locate his wife and child,
the child left at Mrs. Mitchell, 814
St John St. last seen. He would
like to know whether they are dead
or alive and also help support the
child.
Thanking the public for any information
that may lead to their
whereabouts.
Wife, Maria Hatcher; child, Emma
Hatcher.
Address to
JOSEPH HATCHER
227 W. 61st St., N. Y. City.
Where Are They?
Mrs. Catherine Alexander of St.
Martinsville, La., wishes to find her
mother Mrs. Nancy Robinson, and
her two sisters, Mrs. Fanny Thomp-
son and Mrs. Millie Randolph. They
used to belong to Mrs. Edmonia
Crenshaw of Richmond, Va. Any in-
formation of the above parties will
be thankfully received by J. H. Ham-
lin, 261 [?] Queen Street, Norfolk Va.
Where is Charles Jackson?
BELLAIRE, O. – Mrs. Mary Johnson,
formerly Mrs. Jackson, would be glad
to receive any information relative to
her son, Charles Jackson. When last
heard of was in Canton, O. He left there
about a year ago. Born in New Lisbon.
Any thing as to his whereabouts will
be gladly received.
MARY JOHNSON.
WHERE IS EUGENE BROADUS?
Information is wanted of the whereabouts
of Eugene Broadus (colored),
30 years old, who was last heard from
in Washington, D.C., in 1895. Write
to his brother, John Broadus, Colfax,
Iowa, Sept. 5-6 t
Where is Grant Royster?
Following is an appeal for the finding
of a certain Grand Royster, whom a sub-
scriber [subscriber] is anxious to locate:
"Will anybody who happens to know
the whereabouts of General Grant Roy-
ster [Royster] (colored), more generally called
"Grant" Royster, please have the kind-
ness [kindness] of heart to inform a kind, good old
house servant, Esther Overby, Moffett,
Va.? She has been too faithful in life
to fail to receive this modicum of hu-
man [human] kindness at the hands of some one.
When last heard of he was in Man-
chester [Manchester], Va."
Where Is He?
[Cincinnati Enquirer. Feb. 12, 1895.]
A few years ago John Branch left his
home in Virginia and came to Cincin-
nati with a man named Champion.
Branch was 23 years old and a
plasterer by trade. For some reason
he saw fit to assume the name of John
Stoops. Champion opened an
insurance office in the Pickering Building,
at the corner of Fifth and Main streets
and employed Stoops in the office.
A short time ago both disappeared.
Nothing could be found out about them
at Champion's boarding house, 32 Eden
Avenue, Mt. Auburn.
Yesterday word was received here
that the uncle of Stoops, John
Randolph Branch, of Brunswick County,
Virginia has died leaving considerable
property. It is impossible to settle
the estate without the appearance
of Branch, alias Stoop, on the scene.
An attempt is being made to find
Branch. He is colored.
WHERE IS HE? Knowledge of the whereabouts is desired of Samuel Kennedy, who was last heard of by me in St. Paul, Minn. He was born in Mount Sterling, Ky. Any information regarding him will be gratefully received. Address RICHARD B. SMITH, Denver, Colo. 1830 Arapahoe Street.
Where is His Brother?
PARIS, Ky.––I had a brother named
Harvey. We called him "Tandy Bangs"
I was small when he was sold by a man
named Jim Hall, at Lexington, Ky., in
1863. His mother's name is Mahale; a
sister. Sallie Williams and a brother, G.
W. Samuels. We would like to find out
where he is, if alive. We were all born
about one mile from Paris, Ky., on the
Lexington pike, and were owned by Will-
iam [William] Lyle. Any information will be
gladly received by G. W. Samuels, box
431, Paris, Ky.
Where is James Burnett?
HUBON, S. D.––EDITOR GAZETTE: I
hold the discharge of James Burnett, a
sergeant of Company "K," 102d U. S.
Colored Troops, who was mustered out
at Charleston, S. C., September 30, 1865.
He gave his discharge to me to keep in
Cincinnati in 1856, when we separated.
I have not heard from him since and
would like to know if he is living. Will
you please mention this in your paper.
Yours truly. SANDY J. McRAY.
WHERE IS JAMES MITCHELL?
Shreveport, La., Feb. 24, 1917.
To The Fraternal Monitor,
Cincinnati, Ohio.
Dear Mr. Editor:
I would like to ask if you or any
of your readers can tell me the pres-
ent whereabouts of James Mitchell, a
son of Mrs. Millie Benden and a half-
brother of Allen Lee. In slavery time
the family was owned by Windon
Roberson of Abiton, Va., and after the
war the family moved to Louisiana.
Any information concerning the
said James Mitchell if communilated
to his niece, Mrs. Margaret Rollins,
Box 16, Houma, La., will be highly
appreciated.
Where is Mrs Sarah Davis
And her two daughters? Mr Samuel
T. Davis would like to find his mother
and two sisters. Mr Davis was sold
from his parents before the war and
the last he heard of them was that they
were leaving a small town called Mt
Pleasant, Miss. for Pine Bluff Ark.
They are Mrs. Sarah Davis, Miss Ma-
lissa [Malissa] Davis, Miss Susan Davis. I would
like to know their whereabouts. Any
information of them will be gladly re-
ceived [received]. Mr. S T Davis East Liver
pool [Liverpool], O.
Where is She.
Matilda Parker, I wish to find Matilda
Parker, the daughter of Peter Parker.
She was the property of M. Herrington
or Harrington of Warrenton Junction,
Virginia, and was sold during the war,
or not long before. The had a sister
Martha. Address
M. Johnson.
Chili Station, New York.
Where is silas Mitchell*
Wanted to know the whereabouts of
Silas Mitchell, son of Mrs. Harriet
Mitchell, born in Northumberland
county, Va. He was taken from his
mother about the second year of the
late war. Any information as to his
whereabouts will be gladly received by
MISS HENRIETTS HUNT.
NEW PHILADELPHIA, O
Whereabouts of Mr. Martin.
Kindly let me know what you can
of a party by the name of Armistead
A. Martin. I think he has some rela-
tives [relatives] in Richmond and his mother
resides in New London, Conn.
He disappeared from home very
mysteriously April 13, 1910.
If you can furnish any information
of his whereabouts or his relatives,
please communicate with his wife,
Mrs. A. A. Martin, 727 Gates Ave.,
Brooklyn, N. Y.
Whereabouts Wanted.
I would like to find my sisters
Julia, Maria and Minerva Organ.
My name is Sarah Organ. They
have lived in Winchester and Rich-
mond, Va. Address
MRS. SARAH DOUGLASS.
616 Grayson St.,
Louisville, Ky.
WHO HAS HIM?
Edmond Collier Brown from Charles City Co. is in pursuit of his son, GEORGE Christopher Brown a boy about 12 years of age, slender built, a very light mulatto color. He stayed in Hampton last winter, and when last heard from, was at Mr. Kimberly’s Fort Monroe. Any person giving information concerning this boy will greatly oblige the parents and benefit him. Information may be sent by mail to the father at Wilson’s Wharf. Charles City Co., Va. Any person bringing the child to his parents will be rewarded. [Jan.23tf.
WHO KNOWS BIRDIE THOMAS?
A letter has just been reeceived in
Nashville in which the writer, Mrs.
Mary Ann Coleman of Switchback, W.
Va., in making a careful inquiery, try-
ing to locate her sister Birdie. She
says she is willing to pay a liberal re-
ward to any one who will succeed in
locating her. Those who know of her
last whereabouts are urged to write
her at once.
Who Knows Him?
I would be glad to know the whereabouts
of George Smith. He was
born in Pittsylvania Co., near
Chatham, Va., about 1853. His father's
name was Benny Smith, a carpenter
by trade. His nick-name was Geo,
Frye, and sometimes he was called
Biler for short. He left his mother,
Mrs. Lucinda Poindexter, at Frias
Point, Miss., and went to New Orleans,
with a man driving a herd of
horses, and has not been heard from
since directly. This was about 23
years ago. Any information leading
to his whereabouts, will be
thankfully received and liberally
rewarded by notifying W. Anthony
Cole, Jr., Keysville, Va., Lock Box,
203.
New York, Louisiana and Mississippi
papers please copy.
Who Knows Them?
A Colored Man Looking for
His Family.
NASHVILLE, TENN., NOV 27, 1896
To the governor of South Carolina:
Dear Mr. Governor--I am seeking
for my people that I have not heard
from since the late war and I humbly
ask your assistance and hope you will
do all in your power to help me if you
please sir. My name is Frank Flem-
ing [Fleming]. I used to belong to Col. James
Young. who used to live at Carters-
ville [Cartersville], Ga. He came from South Caro-
lina [South Carolina] and brought my mother with him.
Mother died years ago.
My father belonged to Dr. Anderson
of Georgia. His name was Frank An-
derson [Anderson] but I think or was told that my
father was a Fleming before Mr. Ander-
son [Anderson] bought him.
Col Young had a mother in South
Carollina named Mrs. Sallie Young.
He had a brother in your state named
Mr. John Young.
Kind sir, mother had a brother in your
State named Robert Tigg. Last account
I heard of these people they lived near
Mr. John D. Williams' farms or place
called Manfield or Panfield. I had an
uncle in your country named Littlejohn
Vance. My mother was named Polly.
She has kin people in your country
somewhere.
Mr. Governor, will you please look
down on a poor negro and have this
published in the papers of your State.
I will kindly thank you. I would like
very much to hear from some of my
people that I have never seen in my
life. My father was named Frank.
Dr. Anderson carried him to Georgia
from South Carolina. My mother be-
longed [belonged] to Col James Young who car-
ried [carried] her from South Carolina to Geor-
gia [Georgia]. Please help me May the God
of heaven help you.
Frank Fleming.
Model Mill Co.,
Nashville, Tenn.
WHO KNOWS THEM?
Any information as to the whereabouts of Caroline Thomas or Amelia Gant, will be most thankfully received by their brother Basil Tillman, at 111 25th street near 8th avenue, New York. All the parties resides for many years in the first ward, Washington, D.C.
WILL KITTY COLLINS, (colored,) who came
from the Eastern Shore about two years ago,
please send her address to her Brother. Direct to
BOX 580 Baltimore Postoffice. fe11-3t*
WILL LISSIE NICHOLS, (Colored,) formerly
with Mrs. Pettibone, call at No. 19 McCULLOH
STREET. s11-eo3t*o
Will pastors inquire among their
congregations for a young man
named Alfred Davis, who belonged
to a Mr. Boyd Smith. He was
taken from home by a gambler, and
was put in the sale yard. Mr. Jas.
Wilson bought him, and took him
to Louisiana. His mother was
named Delia Owen, and had a sis-
ter named Ann Owen. His mother
married a man named Paul Win-
ston. Direct letters to Second
Baptist Church, Delia Owen, or
Delia Winston, Nashville, Tenn.
WILLIAM FIELDS.-Smith Fields wishes to find his father William Fields who was a slave before the war and owned by Luke Matthews. Fields is supposed to be somewhere in Ohio. Any one having information will please address, Smith Fields, care J. H. Strolle, Madison Station, Madison County, Ala.
WILLIAM FLEMINGS-I desire to find William and Anderson Flemings. Their father's name was William Flemings. There were two daughters, Lucy and Anna. They are both in New York. Their birth place was Milledgeville, then the capitol of Georgia. The father was sold and carried to Montgomery, Ala. Address, Mrs. Anna De Baller, 139 W. 25th street, New York City. 4-9 92
WILLIAM GARDNER AND GREEN COCKRELL I
wish to find my brothers, as named above. They
went into the army from Clarke County, Kentucky
going to Camp Nelson. Our father's name was
Mongo Cockrell. Mother's name was Maria Cock-
rell [Cockrell]. I was small when they went away. Address
Mary Miller, 736 Austin Ave., Chicago, Ill.
William Love--colored. --Information
wanted of his lost son Jackson. We respectfully
invite the attention of Greely, Beecher
& Co. to his advertisement in another
column.
WILLIAM WALDEN, A MAN OF
forty-eight years, inquires for Fred
erick R. Walden, whom he saw last thir-
teen years ago. Federick R. Walden has
a scar on one cheek. Please address infor-
mation to William Walden, Volincie,
Cass county, Mich.
WILLIE AND ARTHUR SPENCER--I wish to find my two sons, Willie and Arthur Spencer, aged 32 and 28 years, respectively. They went to Chicago three years ago and I have not heard from them since. Their home is in Toronto, Canada. Please address Sarah E. Foreman, care of D. C. Grunder, Angelica, N. Y. 3-27-92
Willie Duncan age 15 years left home
last Sunday evening purporting to go to
St. Paul. As he has not been seen or
heard from since by his parents who
live at 1115 3d ave. S., any information
as to his whereabouts will be gratefully
received by them.
Willie Renth, a boy about 17
years of age, black hair and eyes,
left his home in Mobile, on Tuesday,
June 20. It is probable he is
trying to get to Texas. He bought
a ticket to New Orleans, and had
with him enough money to pay his
way to Vermillionville, La. His
mother is in great distress on as
count of his leaving home, and will
be grateful for any information
concerning his whereabouts. Any
such information sent to me will
greatly relieve a mother in trouble.
Texas papers will do a kindness to
a distressed family by inserting this
notice. HENRY D. MOORE.
139 St. Michael st., Mobile, Ala.
-- N. O. Christian Advocate
WILSON PAGE--Knowledge of the whereabouts of Wilson Page is desired by his mother. He was in Chicago about two years ago. Address, Mrs. G. A. Page 117 Pottawatama street Leavenworth, Kan. 9-24-92.
Woodson Hardy left Georgia
about eight years ago and went to
Texas. Any information as to his
whereabouts will be thankfully
received by his sister, who is a poor
widow lady. Address Jennie Sapp,
Huntingdon, Tennessee. Texas
papers who wish to do a favor for
a poor widow lady will please copy
this notice - Texas Christian Advocate.
Worden Scott, colored, of Mount Pleasant,
Iowa, desires to learn the whereabouts of his
father, John Scott, who is somewhere in Ar-
kansas, possibly not far from Memphis, Ten-
nessee. He was sold seventeen years ago by
Major Benjamin W. Shacklet, of Etna, Scot-
land county, Missouri, to one Biggs, of Mem-
phis, Tennessee. He is of a brownish color,
perhaps fifty-five years old--was once a violin
player, is a farmer, lives on and owns eighty
acres of land. Any information of him will
be thankfully received by his son, Worden, or
by his wife, Mary A. Scott, Mount Pleasant,
Iowa.
Y
Years before the war I was sold
by the Austin family, from Buck-
ingham [Buckingham] C. H. , Va., and was carried
to Richmond, where I remained a
short time. Mr. James Whitefield
took me from Richmond to Missis-
sippi [Mississippi], where I have remained ever
since. I was sold when but ten
years of age, by the youngest son
of the Austins. My father was
Jesse, mother Amy, oldest sister
Betsy, next Mary, other sisters
were Ann, Prudence and Amy.
Brother’s names were Daniel the
oldest, Sawny, Jesse, Tase, Davy
and Cambrick. We all belonged
to the Austin family, near Buck-
ingham [Buckingham], C. H., Va. Address, box
1, Columbus, Miss.
MRS. CHAS. H. BELL
#0-9
—George G. Jameson, Ætna, Kan.,
would like to know the whereabouts of any mem-
ber [member] of the 9th Kan. (colored) who was detailed to
carry the mail from Fort Smith to Fayetteville,
Ark., in June, 1864.—
—William White, colored, of Lagrange,
Lee county, Ark., writes the APPEAL for
information concerning his brother, George
White, known before the war as Turner
White. He was born in Panola county,
Miss., and formerly belonged to Col. F. M.
White. His mother was living in Memphis
in 1867, when George White went to Mobile
to be mustered out of the army. William
White will pay liberally for any information
regarding him. Address as above.