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PETER YEAGER.. PETER YEAGER sr circa 1780 believed to be married to Catherine ?? resident much of his life at Catawissa, Columbia County, Penna (prior to 1813 it was Northumberland County) PETER YEAGER jr born April 11, 1799 lived his life near Catawissa, Columbia County (wife…

Do you know the owners of the Parker Studios in Greenwood Twp up until it went out of business? I only know of Joseph Parker and his son Frank Raymond, but cannot trace their or any other Parker to the picture studio. Thanks in advance for…

I visited Roaring Springs Friends Meeting house recently and was quite taken by Judah Cherington’s gravesite. Next to his headstone, which reads “Judah Cherington, 1801-1884”, is his wife’s headstone which simply reads “The Wife of Judah Cherington”. After a great deal of research I could not…

I am looking for 2 Wynne’s (could be Wynn or variant) Denis and John. Both were born in Ireland. Lived in Centralia, Columbia County, PA I think Denis Wynne born in Ireland around 1826 and died around 1875 but not sure. He is not buried in…

I am trying to identify the parents of STEPHEN COOK JOHNSON (1805 Coventry, Kent, RI – 1862 Light Street, Columbia). I believe they were Elisha Johnson & Elizabeth Ellis but need to confirm it. I have his Bible (1828); however, the postings begin with him and…

I am also trying to identify the parents of Stephen C Johnson’s wife, SUSANNA Arwine/arewine/erwine/erewine (8 Oct. 1805 – 26 July 1876 Light St., Col. Co.). Her brother was V. Isaac Arwin based on an entry in their family Bible. Tk you. Reply to Nancy Johnson…

I’m looking for genealogy of Neal, Malone, kinder. All of these families were a big part of developing West Coast. Columbia County Washington

Abraham Bergen died at Rohrsburg on November 11 1867 @58 years of age. Abraham was my Ggrandfaher (maybe).Could anyone suggest where I might find more information about this? Patrick Prpm@ verizon.net

I have read a few reports of the Native American massacres that happened in the late 1700. I am specifically interested in one that supposedly occurred in Catawissa in 1782. Does anyone know where I can find out additional information on this? Also, has anyone every…

Good morning ! I am searching for my family history. The family Names are Smith and Clewell. My great grandmother was Parmela synder smith. Her sister Carrie Smith was a school teacher. I have a some beautiful pictures of the Smith house and family in Benton.…

Good morning, I am looking for any information on my grandfather (Charles Anderson Johnson b.1867) and my great grandfather (Charles Asbury Johnson b.1835). What is the best way for me to find birth records or any other documents relating to these individuals? Thanks, Jerry

We are researching my husbands family who were early settlers in the Columbia Co. area. We are looking for information on John Keeler c. 1764-c. 1850 and his son Benjamin Keeler. John arrived in the county around 1795-1800. I believe Benjamin was born there but can…

Looking for Hiram Faux, listed as born in 1849 in Columbia Co., and buried in Benton Cemetery. His death records lists his father as Hiram. Cannot find Hiram Sr. on census. Son, Hiram married to Sarah E. Kitchen 1st then to Clara. Any help appreciated. Thanks,…

I am looking for burial information about Edward Roberts, who died Oct 25, 1850 in Catawissa, Pa. Said to be a farmer and settled about 1795 in Catawissa, North Branch of the Susquehanna River. He was found dead, after a storm, between Catawissa and his home,…

Hello Does anyone have information on Ilys Sult? Her parents were Leonard and Hilda (Lask) Sult. She grew up in Berwick. I think she was born in the early 1940’s . She moved to Phila . She died in the 1970s I believe. Thanks for any…

No query…… just wish more counties had as nice a website as yours. Thanks very much.

Apparently you have a record of someone researching the “Stout” surname. My father was Delbert Stout and my 2nd great grandfather was Nathan Stout. What information do you have on the Stout surname? If you would like to give the researcher my email, please do and…

I love your Christmas card! I grew up on Main Street in Bloomsburg, Pa and the neighbor’s were the Rhodomoyer’s! I have know Phyllis since I was able to comprehend her! Thank you so much for using her card she is a wonderful lady! It’s nice…

I am adopted. My father used a private lawyer to complete the adoption. My father and mother are deceased. My birth certificate lists Columbia County as the place of birth. The State suggested I contact Philadelphia County to get information on the adoption from it’s Hall…

I am researching men that were part of Company A, 6th PA Reserves that served in the civil war. Some of these men won the Medal of Honor for actions taken at the Battle of Gettysburg. Any information would be helpful. Rick, this topic is covered…

On the 1920 Census my ancestor is listed as being on Bloomsburg Rd., can someone tell me what road this is today, I can’t find it on a map. Thank You Nancy

Hi – I am looking for information about Joseph and/or Allen Buck. Allen and his wife Sarah Ellen (Golder) Buck were my great grandparents, and farmed in Stillwater for many years. I am working on our family tree, and have reached a dead end with Joseph…

Pennsylvania Archives – Soundex code Maybe everyone else knows the code but it was new to me. While searching I came across a page that outlines the code used. If you go to any letter that is using soundex you should see that every last name…

Looking for info on the Blue familys back in 1830/40’s. Properties off of Camelltown Hill Road maybe.