Laurens County GenWeb Project

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I would like to correspond with anyone researching the WALDREP families who were in Laurens County in the late 1700's and early 1800's. I believe, but cannot prove, that my James Searcy WALDREP who moved ca 1812 to TN and by 1825 was in Morgan County, AL was of this line.
4 Oct 1996

Looking for Golden Family researchers. My gggrandfather was in Laurens Co. census in 1840, name Allard Golden, wife Thurza Charlotte Price, then have one male under 5. Later they are in Alabama. Who are the parents of Allard Golden. Allard Golden b SC 1817.
Sept 1996

JOHN and ANNA(NANCY) MITCHELL - Deed Book O, p 67, North side of Reedy River, Laurens County, dated 26 Jan 1838 names children:

JAMES m. MELINDA SOUTH of Laurens County. They moved to Marion County, AL, before 1840. By 1860, brother JOHN (wife LUCINDA) and sisters NANCY m. ARTHUR INMAN and MARY (POLLY) GLENN m. JAMES GLENN, were also living in Marion County, AL. Census records, power of attorney, and other records confirm the above. Will be happy to exchange info on these families.
Sept 1996

1826 Will of Archibald McDONALD mentions wife, Margaret Wade McDONALD(I believe she was Margaret Wade LOWERY), sons Thomas, Matthew, and Joel- daughter - Elizabeth MOOR. Found some other records which say that Archibald was born 1750 VA, Margaret Wade LOWERY b. 1771 and m. in March 29 1790- Fauquier Co. VA. Date of birth for Elizabeth is 1808, so I am wondering if there could be more children than those listed in the will. (Also am looking for John, b. 1792 SC)
Sept 1996

The return on estate of Stephen EMORY, deed mentions a William Gallegly and child Margaret EMORY. His estate is inventoried March 15, 1797 by David MASON, John DALRYMPLE and Joshua TEAGUE. Have no idea if these guys are any connection, but believe the Margaret might be Sarah Margaret EMORY b. 1793 who m. John McDONALD / McDANIEL and later in Lauderdale Co. AL. Also found Stephen EMEREY mentioned as being in Rev. War, but cannot locate papers.
Sept 1996

Would like to exchange information on BOYCE families living in Laurens County, SC between 1775 and the present. Particularly interested in Thomas Lewis BOYCE who married Susan Frances SMITH @1846. Would like to identify parents of Susan Frances Smith. Any information on these families would be appreciated. Would also like information on Drury Boyce who supposedly married a Miss DeHay. Please contact me.

It is my understanding that Laurens County used to part of Spartanburg County. I am looking for information on the Leatherwood Family in Spartanburg as far back as 1800. In particular a John Leatherwood or Zachariah. There was a very large family of Leatherwood's in this general area, but as of yet I do not know much. My great, great, grandfather was Henry H. Leatherwood of Talahatchie, Mississippi. His 1880 census list his father as being from South Carolina. I am fairly certain that they were the only Leatherwood family members were around the Spartanburg area in the early 1800's. I would appreciate any information you could foward to me.

Jemima Higgins, born 1825, married William Vines in Jefferson Co., AL. Her parents were Thomas (b. 1793) and Milly(b. 1794) Higgins. The will of an older Thomas Higgins in Laurens Co.,SC, lists this Thomas among several children. I would like to correspond with any other descendants.

Would like to know more of John CANSLER and descendants. I am also researching the descendants of Bradwell DAY (b. October 18, 1806 in Laurens Co., S.C.). He married Elizabeth CANSLER (b. Dec. 27, 1813 in Pickens Co., S.C.), daughter of John CANSLER on July 13, 1828 in Laurens Co., S.C. feel free to stop by my genealogy homepage at this URL: http://w ww.atl.mindspring.com/~wsgriffi/laura.htm

I am looking for information on the Harveys. Jessie Franklin Harvey, Sr. Born 1900. Wife Alma Lee Medlock Harvey Born 1907. Both were residents of Lydia Mill, Clinton, SC. One previous address was 24 Peachtree Street for the last 45 years or so. I understand these people helped to settle Lydia Mill from wagon trains to Clinton, sc.

I am looking for the father of Aaron Majors, Born in 1796 in the Pendleton Dist. in SC. He married a Catherine Minsner. Any help would be appreciated.

I would like to correspond with anyone with Irby connections in the area, specifically with the family of James Irby (1792-1860). I would like to determine his parents - the father is said to be a Revolutionary War veteran, but I can't quite determine which one he is. His wife was Henrietta Earle, and I a decent amount of material on her family if anyone is interested. Hopefully, I'll be hearing from someone soon.

I am searching for information on a Rev. Joshua Palmer who emigrated from England in the mid 1700's and was a Baptist minister in Laurens County until the early 1800's. I am specifically trying to locate any information that might provide insights as to where he was from in England. Any information would be helpful. Thank You.

I would like to hear from anyone who might have information on these names: MARY ELIZABETH MOORE (or MOON), b. ca 1811, Laurens Co., m. WILLIAM ROBERT GAFFORD.

Frederick JONES b. Oct. 4, 1780 VA d. ? m. Sarah DUNCAN b. Oct 4, 1787 SC d. June 26, 1868 TN. Lived Laurens Co., SC and McNairy Co., TN. Children:

Would like to correspond with anyone regarding families of Sims and Holder. Looking for information on Willis Holder born 1786 in Laurens Co. who married Elizabetyh Sims born in SC in 1790. Family eventually moved to Jasper Co. Ms. Willis may have had a sister named Christian who many believed was the second wife of my Great, great grandfather Jacob Sims. Appreciate any information.

Hello, I am researching any relatives who lived in or around Laurens, Clinton + (Lydia Mills), Joanna and Whitmire. S.C. The surnames are: Harvey (Benjamin Franklin Sr. & Jr., Charles, B.F., etc.), Medlock Alma, John, Luther, Edgar, Fred, Cullen, Lewis and James (some probably lived in Newwberry)and Creamer (Creamer died in Tn during Civil War). Any infomation would be greatly appreciated. Thanks, John

Searching for any information on the Chandler and Langston families of Laurens County late 1700's and early 1800's. William Chandler married a Martha (Pats(e)y) Langston, dau of Bennett Langston and migrated to Caldwell/Lyon County Kentucky early 1800's. They may also have lived in Greenville Co., SC. I believe the Chandler's were related to Zachariah, King, Josiah, James. Any information on these families would be much welcomed. Jean Smallwood

Researching the following Laurens County Families: Gary, Dendy, Young, Mason, Teague, Langston, Murphy, Copeland, Blakely, Little, Anderson and Adair. My ancestors include Samuel Gary (1782-1851) who married Lucy Dendy, John Young who married Naomi Mason (b 1796-d?), John Mason (1758-1827) who married Tarzah Langston, James Copeland (1811-1872) who married Elizabeth Little (1814-1879).Will be glad to exchange data with others. My address is 5716 Maylin Lane Charlotte NC 28210-6436

Interested in locating descendants of Thomas Fakes/Frakes, in Laurens County in the late 1700's and early 1800's. Will be happy to exchange information on early Frakes/Friggs and other variants from 1490 to present.

I am looking for information on the Martin family of Laurens Co. Shadrick Martin was granted land in 1772 in Cravens Co. (which later became Laurens Co.) along the "Little Waters of Saludy". Two other Martins, Thomas and William, were granted land about the same time (1768) on this same stream. What is the connection between the Martins; are they brothers, and if so, where did they come from and who is their father? Would like to correspond with anyone doing research on the Martin family in Laurens Co.

So many Laurens County researchers are looking for ABERCROMBIES, will you please consider a link to my home page at:http://www.america.net/~ ka4wujga

I would like to correspond with anyone researching the ancestors or descendents of Martin Miller who moved to Laurens County around 1800. He died in 1828.

Seeking info and data on the parents of Joshua Palmer JR. born 9 Nov. 1784 Cheraw Dist. Laurens Co. SC. He married a Fannila (Fanny) Stiles. The moved to Union Co. Indiana around 1808. Any responses to this query will greatly appreciated. Thanks

I am seeking information on William Lowe Burgess B. 1840 D. 1887, was married to Minerva Jane Elledge B. 1840 D. 1915, they resided in the Poplar Springs section of Laurens County. Would like to know who William Lowe Burgess's parents and siblings were and any other information pertinent to this family. Have information on the Elledge/Culbertson family connection and will share.

Would like to exchange information with anyone doing research on the BOYCE family of Laurens Co. Have much information and willing to share. Specifically searching for additional information on Stacy Chapman who married Drury Boyce @ 1850s.

Looking for information on the parents of my gg-grandfather, David C. Sisk (b. 1838, AL - d. 1916, MO). Information from his death certificate lists his parents as William Sisk married about 1830 Sarah L. Lumpkins. From the death cert. &amp; varius census records I know William Sisk was born about 1802 in SC, second wife, Clarissa was listed on 1850 census in Murray Co., GA. He apparently died bef. 1880 in MO or AR. Sarah L. Lumpkins was born in SC and died before 1850. Who were their parents and where did they come from in SC? Other children of Wm. Sisk are: John, b. 1832, SC; Mary, b. 1836, SC; William, b. 1842, AL; Eliza, b. 1844, GA; Isaac, b. 1847, GA; James, b. 1849, GA.<

Searching for any info. on P.A. Pierce Luke. He was born Jan. 1853 in South Carolina. Do not know which county. I am also searching for his parents who were born in South Carolina. Do not know their names other than Luke. Any clue would be appreciated.

Looking for information on Jesse MOORE, born circa 1792 in "Lawrens District" S.C. (Assume this is Laurens County; the spelling came from a record of marriage in Tennessee). Jesse died after 1860 in McNairy County, Tenn. He married Rhoda WILSON, born 1799 in S.C., died between 1850-1860. Jesse's father was James MOORE, b. about 1750. Have information on Jesse and Rhoda's children in Tenn., but no other S.C. connections.

Searching for information on Nancy M. Babb who married Thomas Lewis Boyce. Nancy died in 1845. Who were the parents of Nancy? Any info would be appreciated.

Searching for information on identity of parents of Susan Frances Smith who married Thomas Lewis BOYCE bet 1845-1850 in Laurens Co. Both were members of Fork Shoals Baptist Church and are buried there. Any information on the Smith Family would be greatly appreciated.

Although I'm down here in GA, I do have an un-indexed copy of MARTIN DIAL & RELATED FAMILIES by Hastings Harrison, Dallas, 1959. Besides DIALs, I'm also related to the ABERCROMBIEs & THOMASONs of Laurens Dist.

I would like to correspond with anyone else doing research on Compton subjects of Laurens Cou./Dist. I am specifically looking for leads as to the parents of James M. Compton, b. 1810, d. 1896 in Bingen, Arkansas. Subject appears in Laurens census of 1840,50 and 60(Scuffletown or Hunter area). Married Nancy Pool (1810-1890) in 1833.
Charles S. Compton

My Mystery Man!!! I believe this to be my ancestor but cannot prove it. Stephen Shelton RODGERS, called "Shelt" was born about 1800, probably in S.C. He raised a family in Hickman County TN but after 1840 I no longer can find him on a census with his family. I do not believe he was dead. On the 1850 census of Laurens Co. S.C., pg. 204, a man appears named Shelton ROGERS, age 48, living alone. On the 1860 census of Laurens Co I do not find a Shelton ROGERS. On the 1870 census of Laurens Co (Cross Hill Twp) I find Shelton ROGERS, age 71, born S.C. The man on the 1850 and 1870 census appear to be the same person. How can I find out who he was? Any ideas? I'm interested in the other RODGERS/ROGERS families of the area and would like to know how they are all related.

Bowen, Martin, I'm Looking for Pinckney Bowen's Father (John Bowen 1785-1834) Laurins Co. SC. John Wifes name? Where are they buried? Also where was Pinckney Bowen buried.? He married Minerva Martin d/o Henry Martin. Who was Henry 's Wife? Was it a GARRETT! Where and when did Minerva Martin Bowen Died? Let me know I Have a lot more infomation. Thank you Sarah in SC

I'm searching for information about John B. POWER. He either owned or worked in the Power Mill in Laurens county. He moved his family from Laurens county, SC to AR in the fall of 1858. What was the name of his wife? Did he have a son named Stephen Wesley POWER b: Jan. 9, 1851 near Gray Court House? I believe that several of his family members stayed in the Laurens county area. Are they connected to POWERS SHOP? Does anyone have information about POWERS SHOP? I would appreciate any information about the POWER families that lived in Laurens and Abbeville counties. Thank you.

I'm orginally from Laurens County. I now live in Columbia,SC. I would like to share information about the BURGESS / WILSON / MONTJOY / CLEM and ELLEDGE families. My father was Manning (Mack) Robert Burgess. My grandfather was Robert Issac Burgess (he searved as Laurens County Coroner during all of the forties). My great grandfather was William Lowe Burgess (1840-1887). He lived in the Popular springs area. He was married to Sarah Menerva Elledge. I have a good amount of information on the Montjoy and Elledge families.

Researching John McGee and Jesse McGee (b. 1778 VA) as shown on the 1810 Laurens Co., SC census. Jesse McGee is my direct ancestor. I believe his father was a John McGee (Mackie) from VA. This John was a brother to Michael McGee of Abbeville Co., SC. I can't prove that Jesse is the son of John but I have found many good facts that lead me in that direction. Want to exchange info with others researching this line. Jesse McGee moved to Madison Co., AL in 1814. His children include: Wesley, Martha, Henry, Winny, John, Tillman, Willis, Abner. Thanks, Jan McGee

John Yeager had one brother named Samuel, who was a bachelor. John's family was large: nine boys and three girls. The boys were: William, Samuel, John, Reuben, Ira, Abijah, Abner, Lewis and Ezekial. Elizabeth and Mary were the names of two of the girls, but the name of the other one could not be learned. Elizabeth married John Parker, and Mary married Lewis Lee. The Yeagers were listed in the Laurens Co census from 1790-1810.

I need any information available on a Peter Harston, wife's name Sarah (?). I have no dates, but it would have been around early 1800's. I have his daughter's name as Elizabeth C. Hairston, whose daughter was Sarah Puckett b. July2, 1853 in Lauren Co. South Carolina, died May 28, 1914 in Little River County Arkansas. Sarah Puckett was my great-great grandmother. Any help would be appreciated.