Family Genealogy of the
ALTOM Family
of Patoka & Foster Twps. in Marion Co, IL
and of East Fork Twp. in Clinton Co., IL
Compiled by Stephen P.H. Frakes
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Chapter 1 - The family of James Bulger and Sarah Sally (Nichols) Altom
Chapter 2 - The family of Robert and Mary A. (Mayberry) Altom
Chapter 3 - The family of John and Mary Ann (Edington) Altom
Chapter 3B - The Civil War Diary of Jesse Altom
Chapter 4 - The family of Spencer Stephen and Melvina Vina (Parks) Altum and Spencer Stephen and Hannah (Harrell) Altum
Chapter 5 - The family of William and Lucy Mae (Altom) Morris
Chapter 6 - The family of John and Nancy (Altum) Ware
Chapter 7 - The family of James B. and Arthena Bell (Bassett) Altum
James Bulger Altom
Clinton County, Illinois
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Surnames in Chapter 1:
Altom, Altum, Chaffin, Edington, Gilley, Haltom, Harrell, Jackson, Maberry, Mann, Morris, Nichols, Parks, Roberts, Walton, Ware.
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James Bulger Altom
of
East Fork Township, Clinton County, Illinois
and
Franklin County, Missouri
James Bulger ALTOM, born circa 1780, Newberry, South Carolina, son of James and Phoebe (___?___) HALTOM. Bulger died 4 Dec 1840, Franklin County, Missouri.
Bulger married Sarah "Sally" NICHOLS circa 1808. She was born circa 1787, Halifax, Virginia, daughter of Jesse and Lucy (MANN) NICHOLS, Sr. Sally died 1854, Franklin County, Missouri.
Jesse NICHOLS was born circa 1752, son of John and Mary (OWENS) NICHOLS. He died 1805, Smith County, Virginia. He married Lucy MANN 1805, Smith County, Tennessee. Lucy was the daughter of Robert and Phoebe (CHAFFIN) MANN. She died 1845, Smith County, Tennessee. Her father Robert died 7 Aug 1753, Halifax County, Virginia. Deeds 1811-1814 Smith County, Tennessee: James and Sally ALTOM heirs of Jesse NICHOLS, deceased. Sarah NICHOLS ALTOM's brother was William NICHOLS who married Nancy F. WALTON. Nancy's brother was George H. WALTON, ancestor of the Walton family of Marion County, Illinois. (See Walton Family in files section of the Patoka or Sandy Branch Yahoo Groups)
Bulger came to Illinois from Smith County, Tennessee. There was a William ALTOM living there at the time Bulger was living there.
In 1818, Illinois became part of the Union, becoming the State of Illinois.
On 25 Jun 1818, Bulger settled on Section 1 (W1/2 NE1/4 - 80 acres) of East Fork Township, Clinton County, Illinois. East Fork Township is just west of Patoka. Bulger was the first one to settle there.
Bulger also owned land in Bond County, Illinois, bodering Clinton County to the north.
In 1830, Bulger was elected to the Clinton County Board, which was a two year term.
In Oct 1831, Bulger was Commissioner of Court.
On 28 May 1832, Bulger was mustered in the the military for the purpose of being in the Black Hawk War. He and his brother-in-law, Allen BURTON, left Carlyle and went to Dixon's Ferry on the Rock River. It was there they had a few skirmishes iwth the Indiana, whom they defeated at the Mississippi River.
On 17 Aug 1834, Bulger and Alen were mustered out of the military.
In 1834, Bulger was elected to the Clinton County Board.
On 10 Sep 1835, Bulger resigned from the County Board.
On 9 May 1836, James ALTOM purchased 80.24 acres of land E2NW, Section 1, Township 03N, Range 01W in Clinton County, Illinois, for $100.30. Volume: 145 Page: 182.
On 1 Feb 1837, James ALTOM purchased 40.16 acres of land NENE, Section 2, Township 03N, Range 01W in Clinton County, Illinois, for $50.20. Volume: 145 Page: 140.
On 21 Apr 1837, James ALTOM purchased 80.16 acres of land W2NW, Section 36, Township 04N, Range 01W in Fayette County, Illinois, for $100.00. Volume: 145 Page: 140.
In 1838, Bulger moved to Missouri.
Children of James Bulger and Sarah (NICHOLS) ALTOM:
1. Thomas ALTOM, born circa 1809, Tennessee.
Thomas married Emeline ROBERTS 21 Nov 1834, Fayette County, Illinois.
2. Robert ALTOM, born Apr 1811, Tennessee.
Robert married Mary A. MABERRY.
They lived in East Fork Township, Clinton County, Illinois.
(See Chapter 2)
3. John ALTOM, born 1814, Tennessee.
John married 1st Mary Ann EDINGTON.
John married 2nd Martha JACKSON.
They lived in Marion County, Illinois.
(See Chapter 3)
4. Jesse ALTOM.
5. Spencer Stephen ALTOM, born 8 Jul 1821, Clinton County, Illinois.
Spencer married 1st Melvina "Vina" PARKS.
Spencer married 2nd Hannah HARRELL.
They lived in Cooke County, Texas.
(See Chapter 4)
6. Mary B. "Polly" ALTOM, born 31 Aug 1823, Clinton County, Illinois. She died 7 Sep 1844, East Fork Township, Clinton County, Illinois. She is buried in Old Carter Cemetery in East Fork Township.
Polly married Abner GILLEY 14 Sep 1837, Clinton County, Illinois.
7. Lucy Mae ALTOM, born 10 Nov 1825, East Fork Township, Clinton County, Illinois.
Lucy married William MORRIS.
They lived in East Fork Township, Clinton County, Illinois.
(See Chapter 5)
8. Nancy ALTOM, born 1819, East Fork Township, Clinton County, Illinois.
Nancy married John WARE.
They lived in Cooke County, Texas.
(See Chapter 6)
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Genealogical Sources
***United States Census Records.
***Social Security Records of the United States.
***Birth Records of the State of Illinois.
***Birth Records of the State of Texas.
***Marriage Records of the State of Illinois.
***Marriage Records of the State of Texas.
***Death Records of the State of Illinois.
***Death Records of the State of Texas.
***Death Records of the State of California.
***Land Records of the State of Illinois.
***Land Records of Marion County, Illinois.
***Cemetery and Grave Stone Records of Marion County, Illinois.
***Cemetery and Grave Stone Records of Cooke County, Texas.
***The Kinmundy Express, Kinmundy, Illinois.
***Gainesville Daily Register, Gainesville, Texas.
***Marion County Democrat, Salem, Illinois.
***Centralia Sentinel, Centralia, Illinois.
***The Kinmundy Express, Gleanings from the Kinmundy Express, Compiled, transcribed, and printed by Dolores Ford Mobley.
***Centralia Sentinel, Centralia, Illinois.
***Footprints in Marion County, Illinois, Publication of the Marion County Genealogical & Historical Society. Vol 2, #1 (Spring 1977).
***First Hand Knowledge.
***Correspondence with Karen Morgan Palmer, descendent of the Altoms. Jazloo@cs.com .
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Additions and Corrections greatly appreciated
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Compiled by
(Great-Great-Nephew of James B. and Arthena Bell (Bassett) Altum)
Stephen P. H. Frakes
321 South Franklin Street
Salem, Illinois 62881-2120
Updated:
14 April 2007
Copyright © 2004-2007 stephenfrakes All rights reserved.
Robert Altom
Clinton County, Illinois
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Surnames in Chapter 2:
Altom, Alton, Altum, Arko, Baines, Baker, Booten, Brewster, Bridenbecker, Brooks, Burton, Carter, Cole, Dain, Dejarnatt, Derrey, Dornan, Doty, Farmer, French, Goldsby, Hamilton, Hicks, Kendall, Links, Maberry, Morgan, Parker, Quick, Simpson, Sizemore, Smee, Smith, Yewell, Watts.
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Robert Altom
of
East Fork Township, Clinton County, Illinois
Robert ALTOM , born 14 Mar 1811, Tennessee, son of James Bulger and Sarah (NICHOLS) ALTOM (See Chapter 1). Robert died 1 Jun 1855, Clinton County, Illinois, the age of 44 years, 2 months and 18 days. He is buried in Old Carter Cemetery.
Robert married Mary A. MABERRY 13 Nov 1829, Clinton County, Illinois.
Robert was the 1st Blacksmith of Eastfork Township, Clinton County, Illinois. He lived in Section 3.
In 1828, Robert killed a man. He was aquitted at a trial in Carlyle.
On 1 Feb 1837, Robert ALTOM purchased 80 acres of land E2SW, Section 35, Township 03N, Range 01W in Fayette County, Illinois, for $100.00. Volume: 145 Page: 140.
On 1 Feb 1837, Robert ALTOM purchased 40.36 acres of land NENE, Section 3, Township 03N, Range 01W in Clinton County, Illinois, for $50.45. Volume: 145 Page: 140.
On 12 Feb 1844, Robert ALTOM purchased 78.36 acres of land W2NW, Section 3, Township 03N, Range 01W in Clinton County, Illinois, for $97.95. Volume: 146 Page: 146.
On 10 Oct 1850, the census shows Robert (40) and Mary (40) ALTOM living in District 68, Clinton County, Illinois. The census said that Robert, Mary and all the childre were born in Tennessee. (Note: We know the children were born in Illinois.) With them were their children Martha age 14; James age 11; William age 5; Mary Ann age 2; and Robert age 1 month. Robert was a farmer. His real estate was valued at $2,500.00.
Old Carter Cemetery is in Section 11 of East Fork Township, Clinton County, Illinois, on the south bank of East Fork Creek.
Children of Robert and Mary A. (MABERRY) ALTUM:
1. Frances S. ALTOM, born 7 Mar 1831, East Fork Township, Clinton County, Illinois.
Frances married William CARTER.
(See #1 following)
2. Martha Jane ALTOM, born 31 May 1833, East Fork Township, Clinton County, Illinois.
Martha married 1st Alexander E. SMITH.
Martha married 2nd George QUICK.
(See #2 following)
3. James ALTOM, born 1838/39, East Fork Township, Clinton County, Illinois.
4. William H. ALTOM, born 1844/45.
William married Telitha C. FARMER.
(See #4 following)
5. Mary Ann ALTOM, born 1847/48. She died 1876.
Mary Ann married George Quick 12 Oct 1870, Clinton County, Illinois.
6. Robert ALTOM, Jr., born 15 Sep 1848, Clinton County, Illinois.
Robert married Mary Jane FRENCH.
(See #6 following)
Other children of Mary's who evidently died young: Sally, Elizabeth, John, Reiley, Mary Ann and Nancy, as listed on the grave stone of Robert's.
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#1
Frances S. Altom Carter
of
East Fork Township, Clinton County, Illinois
Frances S. ALTOM, born 7 Mar 1831, East Fork Township, Clinton County, Illinois, Robert and Mary A. (MABERRY) ALTOM. She died 3 Jan 1857. She is buried in Old Carter Cemetery, East Fork Township, Clinton County, Illinois.
Frances married William CARTER 20 Apr 1847, Clinton County, Illinois. He was born 1824, son of John and Dorothy (BURTON) CARTER. He died 1902. Dorothy was the daughter of Gibeon BURTON.
William married 2nd Susannah J. MORGAN 4 Aug 1857, Clinton County, Illinois.
William married 3rd Sarah WATTS 24 Jun 1871, Clinton County, Illinois.
Children of William and Frances S. (ALTOM) CARTER:
1-1. Martha Jane CARTER, born 1848.
Martha married 1st William DOTY Aug 1867, Clinton County, Illinois.
Martha married 2nd James B. WATTS 19 Dec 1875, Clinton County, Illinois.
1-2. Mary Ann CARTER, born 1850. She died 23 Jan 1883, East Fork Township, Clinton County, Illinois.
Mary Ann married George QUICK 12 Oct 1870, Clinton County, Illinois.
1-3. S. Elizabeth CARTER, born 1852.
Elizabeth married Thomas W. COLE 11 Mar 1871, Clinton County, Illinois.
1-4. James Robert CARTER, born 1853.
James married J. Elizabeth BREWSTER Apr 1873, Clinton County, Illinois.
1-5. John Riley CARTER, born 1854.
John married Cordelia F. HICKS 15 Aug 1875, Clinton County, Illinois.
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Martha Jane Altom Smith Quick
of
East Fork Township, Clinton County, Illinois
Martha Jane ALTOM, born 31 May 1833, East Fork Township, Clinton County, Illinois, daughter of Robert and Mary A. (MABERRY) ALTUM. She died 10 Jan 1922, East Fork Township, Clinton County, Illinois. She is buried in New Carter Cemetery (Diamond Springs), East Fork Township, Clinton County, Illinois.
Martha married 1st Alexander E. SMITH 25 Oct 1853, Clinton County, Illinois. He was born 15 Mar 1932, North Carolina. He died 7 Nov 1879, East Fork Township, Clinton County, Illinois. He is buriend in New Carter/Diamond Springs Cemetery, East Fork Township, Clinton County, Illinois.
Martha married 2nd George QUICK 21 Oct 1880, Clinton County, Illinois.
Children of Alexander E. and Martha Jane (ALTOM) SMITH:
2-1. Mary E. SMITH, born 6 Nov 1854. She died 6 Sep 1856. She is buried in Old Carter Cemetery, East Fork Township, Marion County, Illinois.
2-2. Robert N. SMITH, born 30 Nov 1856, Clinton County, Illinois. He died 8 Jan 1880. He is buried at New Carter/Diamond Springs Cemetery, East Fork Township, Clinton County, Illinois.
2-3. Sarah Anna SMITH, born circa 1858, Clark County, Illinois. She died in Fairview, Newton County, Missouri.
2-4. Rachel Susan SMITH, born 24 Mar 1863. She died 9 Apr 1926, Centralia, Marion County, Illinois. She is buried at New Carter/Diamond Springs Cemetery, East Fork Township, Clinton County, Illinois.
She married Walter Henry QUICK.
2-5. America Jane SMITH, born 28 Dec 1866. She died 2 Aug 1944, DuQuoin, Perry County, Illinois. She is buried in Centralia, Marion County, Illinois.
She married William Henry BRIDENBECKER 4 Sep 1884, Clinton County, Illinois.
2-6. Martha Miranda SMITH, born 10 May 1869, East Fork Township, Clinnton County, Illinois. She died 21 Feb 1958, Shelbyville, Shelby County, Illinois.
She married George W. GILLILAND 13 Mar 1891.
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JamesAltom
of
East Fork Township, Clinton County, Illinois
James ALTOM, born 1838/39, East Fork Township, Clinton County, Illinois, son of Robert and Mary A. (MABUERY) ALTUM. He died 2 Aug 1860, Clinton County, Illinois.
James married Mary Catherine MORGAN 2 Aug 1860, Clinton County, Illinois.
Children of James and Mary Catherine (MORGAN) ALTOM:
3-1. Robert Morgan ALTOM, born 3 Feb 1863, East Fork Township, Clinton County, Illinois. He died 8 Nov 1865, East Fork Township, Clinton County, Illinos. He is buried in Old Carter Cemtery, East Fork Township.
3-2. Susannah J. ALTOM, born 7 Sep 1865, East Fork Township, Clinton County, Illinois. He died 21 Jul 1867, East Fork Township, Clinton County, Illinos. He is buried in Old Carter Cemtery, East Fork Township.
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William H.Altom
of
East Fork Township, Clinton County, Illinois
William H. ALTOM, born 1842, Clinton County, Illinois, son of Robert and Mary A. (MABERRY) ALTUM. He died after 4 Jun 1880 and before 11 Jun 1900.
William married Telitha C. FARMER 23 Feb 1862, Fayette County, Illinois. She was born 1839/40.
On 4 Jul 1870, the census shows William (28) and Delitha (30) ALTOM living in East Fork Township, Clinton County, Illinois. With them were their children John age 8; Mary age 6; and Martha age 1. William was a farmer.
On 14 Jun 1880, the census shows H. Wm. (37) and Tilitha (39) AULTAM living in East Fork Township, Clinton County, Illinois. With them were their children H. John age 17; Mary age 16; Martha age 12; Melvin age 10; A. Nancy age 6; and Luther age 2. William was a farmer.
On 11 Jun 1900, the census shows Telitha ALTOM age 63, living in Patoka, Marion County, Illinois. With her was her daugher Mary L. ALTOM age 20. Also living with them was David (31) and Mary H. (29) LOCKETT and their daughter Lela age 6 months.
Children of William and Telitha (FARMER) ALTOM:
4-1. John ALTOM, born 1861/62, Clinton County, Illinois.
4-2. Mary L. ALTOM, born 1863/64, Clinton County, Illinois.
4-3. Martha ALTOM, born 1868/69, Clinton County, Illinois.
4-4. Melvin Jackson ALTON, born 1870, Clinton County, Illinois.
Melvin married Mary Salina ___?___ .
(See #4-4 following)
4-5. A. Nancy ALTOM, born 1873/74, Clinton County, Illinois.
4-6. Luther Palmaroy ALTON, born 1877/78, Clinton County, Illinois.
Luther married Fanny SIZEMORE.
(See #4-6 following)
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Melvin Jackson Altom
Altom to Alton
of
Okalahoma & California
Melvin Jackson ALTON, born 10 Aug 1868, Clinton County, Illinois, son of William and Telitha (FARMER) ALTOM. He died 18 Apr1954, San Bernadino, California. (Note: His death record in California has his birth date as 10 Aug 1858, which is not correct.)
Melvin married Mary Salina ___?___ . She was born 11 Aug 1872, Arkansas. She died 7 Jul 1972, San Bernardino County, California.
On 15 Jun 1900, the census shows Melvin J. (31) and Mary S. (27) ALTON living in Carrollton Township, Boone County, Arkansas. With them was their daughter Ruby L ALTON age 4.Mary had given birth to 3 children with only 1 living at time of census. They had been married 5 years. Melvin was a blacksmith.
On 15 Apr 1910, the census shows M. J. (43) and Mary S. (32) ALTON living in Mazie Township, Mayes County, Oklahoma. With them were their children Ruby age 14; Burgess age 9; and Lois O. age 2. Mary had given birth to 4 children with only 3 living at time of census. Melvin was a blacksmith. He was renting his home.
On 5 Jan 1920, the census shows Melvin J. (53) and Salina Marie (41) ALTON living in Howe, Le Flore County, Oklahoma. With them were their children Lois age 12; Mildred age 8; and Melvin, Jr. age 4 years and 11 months. Also living with them was a grandson Syrell DORNAN age 5. Melvin was a blacksmith and he owned his own shop. He owned his home with a morgage.
On 9 Apr 1930, the census shows Melvin J. (63) and Mary S. (51) ALTON living in Banning, Riverside County, California. With them were their children Melvin J., Jr. age 17; and Juanita M. age 8. Both Melvin's worked for the telephone company. They were renting their home at $30.00 a month.
Children of Melvin Jackson ALTON:
4-4-1. Ruby ALTON, born Feb 1896, Arkansas.
Ruby married ___?___ DORNAN.
Son of ___?___ and Ruby (ALTON) DORNAN:
4-4-1-1. Cyril Vic DORNAN, born 15 May 1914, Oklahoma. He died 6 Apr 1971, Union County, Oregon.
4-4-2. Burgess ALTON, born 1900/01, Oklahoma.
4-4-3. child ALTON, died young.
4-4-4. Lois ALTON, born 1907/08, Oklahoma.
4-4-5. Mildred ALTON, born 1911/12, Oklahoma.
4-4-6. Melvin ALTON, Jr., born 1915, Oklahoma.
4-4-7. Juanita M. ALTON, born 1921/22, Oklahoma.
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Luther Palmaroy Altom
Altom to Alton
of
Okalahoma & California
Luther Palmaroy ALTON, born 1877/78, Clinton County, Illinois, son of William and Telitha (FARMER) ALTOM.
Luther married Fanny SIZEMORE 1895/96. She was born 5 Mar 1880, Arkansas. Her mother's maiden name was JOHNSON. Fanny died 18 Mar 1949, Stanislaus County, California.
On 25 Jun 1900, the census shows Luther (24) and Fannie (20) ALTON living in Muldrow, Cherokee Nation, Oklahoma. With them were their children Earl age 2; and William 4 months. Luther was a laborer. They were renting their home.
On 20 Apr 1910, the census shows Luther (34) and Fannie (31) ALTON living in Ballona Township, Los Angeles County, California. With them were their children Earl age 13; Elmer age 7; Opal S. age 4; Robert A. age 3; and May age 11 months. They had been married 14 years. Luther was a driver for a delivery wagon. They were renting their home.
On 9 Apr 1930, the census shows Luther (55) and Fannie (51) ALTON living in Banning, Riverside County, California. With them were their children Ancel A. age 18; Luther, Jr. age 14; Eddie J. age 12 (a daughter); Harold D. or O. age 9; and Clarence C. age 6. Luther and Ancel worked for the telephone company. They lived next to Luther's brother Melvin. They were renting their home at $30.00 a month.
Children of Luther Palmaroy and Fanny (SIZEMORE) ALTON:
4-6-1. Earl ALTON, born 1896/97, Oklahoma.
4-6-2. William ALTON, born Feb 1900, Oklahoma. He died before 20 Apr 1910.
4-6-3. Elmer ALTON, born 8 Mar 1902, Arkansas. He died 18 Mar 1949, Stanislaus County, California.
4-6-4. Opal S. ALTON, born 1905/06, California.
4-6-5. Robert/Ancel Angeles ALTON, born 27 Aug 1906, California. He died 29 Jul 1960, Stanislaus County, California.
4-6-6. May ALTON, born May 1909, California.
4-6-7. Ancel Alvin ALTON, born 12 Aug 1912, California. He died 21 Sep 1985, Stanislaus County, California.
4-6-8. Luther F. ALTON, Jr., born 1 Sep 1915, Oklahoma. He died 11 Apr 1974, Stanislaus County, California.
4-6-9. Eddie J. ALTON, born 1917/18, Missouri.
4-6-10. Harold D. or O. ALTON, born 19 Feb 1921, Oklahoma. He died 8 Aug 1943, Butte County, California.
4-6-11. Clarence C. ALTON, born 21 Jul 1923, Oklahoma. He died 27 Dec 1980, Stanislaus County, California.
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#6
RobertAltom, Jr.
of
East Fork Township, Clinton County, Illinois
Robert ALTOM, Jr., born 15 Sep 1848, Clinton County, Illinois, son of Robert and Mary A. (MABERRY) ALTUM. Robert died 4 Aug 1906. Buried in Old Carter Cemetery, Clinton County, Illinois
Robert married Mary Jane FRENCH 25 Sep 1869, Clinton County, Illinois, daughter of Joseph and Jane (___?___) FRENCH. Mary Jane was born 5 Jul 1843, Patoka, Marion County, Illinois. She died 17 Oct 1911, Centralia, Marion County, Illinois.
On 4 Jul 1870, the census shows Robert (21) and Jane (27) ALTOM living in East Fork Township, Clinton County, Illinois. With them was Robert's mother Mary ALTOM age 60.
On 14 Jun 1880, the census shows Robert (31) and J. Mary (35) AULTAM living in East Fork Township, Clinton County, Illinois. With them were their children R. John age 10; and K. William age 3. Robert was a farmer.
In 1881, Robert was living in Section 15 of East Fork Township, Clinton County, Illinois. He was a farmer and stock raiser. His post office was Patoka.
On 14 Jun 1900, the census shows Robert (51) and Jane (56) ALTOM living in East Fork Township, Clinton County, Illinois. With them were their son Alvin ALTOM age 16; and granddaughter Lilly ALTOM age 1. Robert was a blacksmith. Robert owned his home free of morgage.
On 3 May 1910, the census shows the widowed Jane ALTOM age 66 living in East Fork Township, Clinton County, Illinois. With her was her granddaughter Dollie ALTOM age 11. She owned her home free of morgage. Jane had given birth to 4 children, with only 3 living at time of census.
Son of Robert and Martha (FRENCH) ALTOM:
6-1. John Robert ALTOM, born 29 Jul 1869, East Fork Township, Clinton County, Illinois.
John married 1st Mathilda PARKER.
John married 2nd Laura West BROOKS.
(See #6-1 following)
6-2. child ALTOM, died young.
6-3. K. William ALTOM, born Oct 1876, East Fork Township, Clinton County, Illinois.
William married 1st S. F. LINKS.
William married 2nd Minnie May SIMPSON.
(See #6-2 following)
6-4. Alvin I. ALTOM, born Oct 1883, East Fork Township, Clinton County, Illinois, son of Robert and Martha (FRENCH) ALTOM.
Alvin married Hattie ___?___ . She was born 1908/09, Tennessee.
On 12 Apr 1930, the census shows Alvin (24) and Hattie (21) ALTOM living in Gideon, New Madrid County, Missouri.With them were their children Charles W. age 2 years and 10 months; and Mary A. age 1 year and 1 month.
Children of Alvin and Hattie (___?___) ALTOM:
6-4-1. Charles W. ALTOM, born 1927, New Madrid County, Missouri.
6-4-2. Mary Alice ALTOM, born 1929, New Madrid County, Missouri.
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John Robert Altom
of
Sandoval, Marion County, Illinois
John Robert ALTOM , born 29 Jul 1869, East Fork Township, Clinton County, Illinois, son of Robert and Martha (FRENCH) ALTOM. He died 20 Jan 1952, Odin, Marion County, Illinois. He is buried in Sandoval, Marion County, Illinois.
John married 1st Mathilda PARKER 3 Sep 1892, Clinton County, Illinois. She was born Apr 1871, Illinois. She died after 6 Jun 1900 and before 24 Apr 1905.
John married 2nd Laura West BROOKS 24 Apr 1905, Clinton County, Illinois.
On 6 Jun 1900, the census shows John R. (29) and Mathilda (29) ALTOM living in East Fork Township, Clinton County, Illinois. With them were their children R. F. age 6; Martha age 4; Jim R. age 3; and George R. age 2 months. She had given birth to 5 children with only 4 living at time of census. They had been married for 7 years.
On 26 Apr 1910, the census shows John R. (40) and Laura A. (28) ALTOM living in Sandoval, Marion County, Illinois. With them were their children John age 14; George age 9; Nathaniel age 7; Martha J. age 15; Daniel age 4; and Robert age 1. John worked for the railroad. They were renting their home.
On 8 Jan 1920, the census shows John (50) and Laura (32) ALTOM living in Sandoval, Marion County, Illinois. Living with them were their children Peter age 22; George age 20; Nathaniel age 18; Robert age 9; and Jessie age 5. John, Peter, George and Nathaniel all worked at the zinc smelter plant.
On 17 Apr 1930, the census shows John R. (60) and Laura A. (49) ALTOM living in Sandoval, Marion County, Illinois. With them was their daughter Jessie M. ALTOM age 15.
Children of John Robert and Mathilda (PARKER) ALTOM:
6-1-1. Robert Frank ALTOM, born Jul 1893, Clinton County, Illinois.
(See #6-1-1 following)
6-1-2. Martha J. "Dollie" ALTOM, born Aug 1895, Clinton County, Illinois.
Dollie married Dillard WEBB.
6-1-3. John Richard "Peter" ALTOM, born Jun 1897, Clinton County, Illinois.
(See #6-1-3 following)
6-1-4. George Raymond "Jumbo" ALTOM, born 11 Apr 1900, Clinton County, Illinois. He died Nov 1981. Last place of residence was Odin, Marion County, Illinois.
Jumbo married Laura Nora HAMILTON, Gideon, New Madrid County, Missouri.
Son of George Raymond and Laura Nora (HAMILTON) ALTOM:
2-6-1-4-1. Vernon ALTOM.
6-1-5. Nathaniel ALTOM, born 2 Aug 1902, Carlyle, Clinton County, Illinois. He died 1944, Hawaii. He was buried in Hawaii, but there is a memorial stone for him in the Sandoval Cemetery.
6-1-6. child ALTOM, died young.
6-1-7. Claude ALTOM, born and died 1 Feb 1904
Children of John Robert and Laura West (BROOKS) ALTOM:
6-1-8. Daniel ALTOM, born 1905/06, Clinton or Marion County, Illinois.
6-1-9. Robert ALTOM, born 20 Sep 1908, Clinton or Marion County, Illinois. He died 19 Feb 1974, Mt. Vernon, Jefferson County, Illinois. Last place of residence was Sandoval, Marion County, Illinois. Buried in Sandoval. He died from TB.
6-1-10. Jessie M. ALTOM, born 1914/15, Marion County, Illinois.
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Robert Frank Altom
of
Sandoval, Marion County, Illinois
Robert Frank ALTOM, born 29 Jul 1892/93, Clinton County, Illinois, son of John Robert and Mathilda (PARKER) ALTOM. (Note: According to the 1900 census, Frank was born in 1893. According to Social Security Records, he was born in 1892.) Frank died 4 Jun 1977, Vancouver, Clark County, Washington. Frank is buried in Evergreen Memorial Gardens; Vancouver, Clark County, Washington.
Frank married 1st Clara DAIN 15 Jul 1914, Taylorville, Christian County, Illinois, daughter of John and Sarah Elizabeth (JOY) DAIN. She was born 10 Feb 1886, Taylorville, Christian County, Illinois. She died 12 Jun 1937, Clinton County, Illinois.
Frank married 2nd Dessie Susan YEWELL 4 Aug 1939. She was born 16 Jun 1909. She died 28 Feb 1988. Last place of residence was Vancouver, Clark County, Washington.
On 3 May 1910, the census shows Frank ALTOM age 16 living with the Casper LEICHT family in East Fork Township, Clinton County, Illinois. He was a hired hand.
On 3 Jan 1920, the census shows Frank (26) and Clara (34) ALTOM living in La Porte, La Porte County, Indiana. Living with them was John Dane ALTOM age 4 years and 4 months. Frank was a foreman for home building.
On 11 Apr 1930, the census shows Frank (37) and Clara (43) ALTOM living in Sandoval, Marion County, Illinois. With them were their children John D. age 14; Sarah M. age 5 years and 4 months; and Mary M. age 3 years and 4 months. They owned their home. Frank was the furnace man at the zinc smelter plant.
Children of Robert Frank and Clara (DAIN) ALTOM:
6-1-1-1. John Dain ALTOM, born 23 Aug 1915, Edinburg, Christian County, Illinois, son of Robert Frank and Clara (DAIN) ALTOM. John died 18 Jul 1990, Vancouver, Clark County, Washington.
John married Anna SMEE 18 Feb 1939, Bluefield, Missouri. She was born 25 Nov 1910, Hardin County, Illinois, daughter of William Franklin and Phebe (GRIBBS) SMEE. She died 6 Dec 1999, Newberg, Yamhill County, Oregon.
Daughter of John Dain and Anna (SMEE) ALTOM:
6-1-1-1-1. Nina Joyce ALTOM.
Nina married Wylie BAKER 23 May 1998.
6-1-1-2. Benjamin Franklin ALTOM, born 7 Dec 1917, Edinburg, Christian County, Illinois, son of Robert Frank and Clara (DAIN) ALTOM. He died 21 Mar 1919. He is buried at Edinburg Methodist Church; Edinburg, Christian County, Illinois.
6-1-1-3. Sarah M. ALTOM, born 15 Nov 1924, Gideon, New Madrid County, Missouri, daughter of Robert Frank and Clara (DAIN) ALTOM. She died 22 Dec 1991, Portland, Multnomah County, Oregon. She is buried in Evergreen Memorial Gardens; Vancouver, Clark County, Washington.
Sarah married 1st Orval Eugene GOLDSBY 16 Feb 1943, Vancouver, Clark County, Washington.
Sarah married 2nd Louis ARKO.
6-1-1-4. Mary M. ALTOM, born 1926, Gideon, New Madrid County, Missouri, daughter of Robert Frank and Clara (DAIN) ALTOM.
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John Richard "Pete" Altom
of
Sandoval, Marion County, Illinois
John Richard "Pete" ALTOM, born Jun 1897, Clinton County, Illinois, son of John Robert and Mathilda (PARKER) ALTOM.
John married Dessie Susan YEWELL 4 Aug 1939, New Madrid County, Missouri, daughter of William Alford and Willianne Josephine "Annie" (BOOTEN) YEWELL.
On 11 Apr 1930, the census shows John R. (32) and Dessie F. (20) ALTOM living in Sandoval, Marion County, Illinois. With them were their sons Yewell J. age 3 years and 5 months; Earl C. age 1 year and 9 months; and Alfred W. age 2 months. John was a laborer at the stove factory.
Children of John Richard and Dessie Susan (YEWELL) ALTOM:
6-1-3-1. Yewell J. ALTOM, born 1926, Gideon, New Madrid County, Missouri, son of John Richard and Dessie Susan (YEWELL) ALTOM.
6-1-3-2. Earl Calvin ALTOM, born 29 Jun 1928, Gideon, New Madrid County, Missouri, son of John Richard and Dessie Susan (YEWELL) ALTOM. He died 15 Feb 1928, St. Louis, Missouri.
Earl married Thelma Louise DEJARNATT 8 Aug 1949, Benton Harbor, Berrien County, Michigan.
Children of Earl Calvin and Thelma Louise (DEJARNATT) ALTOM:
6-1-3-2-1. Richard Lee ALTOM.
6-1-3-2-2. Earlene Janice ALTOM.
6-1-3-3. Alfred/Alford Woodrow ALTOM, born 10 Feb 1930, Sandoval, Marion County, Illinois, son of John Richard and Dessie Susan (YEWELL) ALTOM. He died 1 Oct 1989. Last placae of residence was Bothell, Snohomish County, Washington. Social Security Records has his name as Alfred, not Alford.
Alfred married Sharon BAINES. They divorced.
Children of Alfred Woodrow ALTOM:
6-1-3-3-1. Rhoda ALTOM.
6-1-3-3-2. Rhonda ALTOM.
6-1-3-3-3. Laurie ALTOM.
6-1-3-3-4. Kelly ALTOM.
6-1-3-3-5. Scott ALTOM.
6-1-3-3-. Kerri Jane ALTOM.
6-1-3-4. Raymond George ALTOM, born 18 Jul 1932, Sandoval, Marion County, Illinois, son of John Richard and Dessie Susan (YEWELL) ALTOM. He died 17 Mar 2001, Centralia, Lewis County, Washington.
He married Frances Jean DERREY 27 May 1953, Seattle, King County, Washington.
Daughter of Raymond George and Frances Jean (DERREY) ALTOM:
6-1-3-4-1. Melody Sue ALTOM.
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Kendrick William Altom
of
New Madrid County, Missouri
Kendrick William ALTOM , born Oct 1876, Clinton County, Illinois, son of Robert and Martha (FRENCH) ALTOM.
William married 1st S. F. LINKS 8 Mar 1898, Clinton County, Illinois.
William married 2nd Minnie May SIMPSON 3 Jan 1899, Clinton County, Illinois. She was born Oct 1882, Illinois.
William married 3rd Saloma KENDALL 5 Jul 1909, Clinton County, Illinois.
On 11 Jun 1900, the census shows William (23) and Anita (17) ALTOM living in East Fork Township, Clinton County, Illinois. With them was Ada SIMPSON age 13, born Aug 1886, Illinois. William and Anita had been married 2 years. William was a farmer. He was renting his farm.
On 3 Jan 1920, the census shows William (42) and Saloma (25) ALTOM living in New Madrid County, Missiouri. With them were their children Lilly age 18; Lena age 16; Alvin age 14; and May age 3. All the children were born in Illinois. William was a car oiler. They owned their home free of morgage.
Daughter of Kendrick William and S. F. (LINKS) ALTOM:
6-2-1. Dollie/Lilly N. ALTOM, born Jun 1898, Clinton County, Illinois, daughter of Kendrick William and S. F. (LINKS) ALTOM.
She was living with her grandparents in 1900.
Children of Kendrick William and Minnie May (SIMPSON) ALTOM:
6-2-2. Lena ALTOM, born 1903/04, Illinois.
6-2-3. Alvin ALTOM, born 1905/06, Illinois.
Daughter of Kendrick William and Saloma (KENDALL) ALTOM:
6-2-4. May ALTOM, born 1916/17, Illinois.
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Genealogical Sources
***United States Census Records.
***Social Security Records of the United States.
***Birth Records of the State of Illinois.
***Birth Records of the State of Texas.
***Marriage Records of the State of Illinois.
***Marriage Records of the State of Texas.
***Death Records of the State of Illinois.
***Death Records of the State of Texas.
***Death Records of the State of California.
***Land Records of the State of Illinois.
***Land Records of Marion County, Illinois.
***Cemetery and Grave Stone Records of Marion County, Illinois.
***Cemetery and Grave Stone Records of Cooke County, Texas.
***The Kinmundy Express, Kinmundy, Illinois.
***Gainesville Daily Register, Gainesville, Texas.
***Marion County Democrat, Salem, Illinois.
***Centralia Sentinel, Centralia, Illinois.
***The Kinmundy Express, Gleanings from the Kinmundy Express, Compiled, transcribed, and printed by Dolores Ford Mobley.
***Centralia Sentinel, Centralia, Illinois.
***Footprints in Marion County, Illinois, Publication of the Marion County Genealogical & Historical Society. Vol 2, #1 (Spring 1977).
***First Hand Knowledge.
***Correspondence with Karen Morgan Palmer, descendent of the Altoms. Jazloo@cs.com .
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Additions and Corrections greatly appreciated
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Compiled by
(Great-Great-Nephew of James B. and Arthena Bell (Bassett) Altum)
Stephen P. H. Frakes
321 South Franklin Street
Salem, Illinois 62881-2120
stephenfrakes@yahoo.com
Updated:
14 April 2007
Copyright © 2004-2007 stephenfrakes All rights reserved.
John Altom
Patoka Township, Marion County, Illinois
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Surnames in Chapter 3:
Altom, Atlon, Altum, Bailey, Berger, Berna, Black, Buss, Caldwell, Clark, Dannhorn, Delaney,Doner, Doty, Easley, Edington, Entrekin, Epperson, Foster, Gaylord, Granger, Grubb, Halfacre, Hayes, Holloway, Holt, Jackson, Jones, Kible, Laswell, Lillard, Livesay, Massey, McDoo, McNicol, Meador, Metzger, Morgan, Murfin, Musselma, Pool, Pokorski, Pratt, Prichard, Pugh, Purcell, Schrieber, Reagan, Rodman, Ross, Rudd, Shultz, Sommers, Sprouse, Thompson, Twardell, Vallow, Walton, Ward, Watson, Wessell, Zornow.
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John Altom
of
Patoka Township, Marion County, Illinois
John ALTOM, born 1814, Tennessee, son of James Bulger and Sarah (NICHOLS) ALTOM (See Chapter 1). John died 1877, Patoka.
John married 1st Mary Ann EDDINGTON 11 Dec 1836, Marion County, Illinois. She was born 1817, daughter of John Tipton and Lucy (NICHOLS) EDDINGTON (See Nichols-Mann Family Chapter 2).
John married 2nd Martha JACKSON.
On 12 Mar 1834, John ALTOM purchased 40 acres SE1/4 in Kinmundy Township.
On 21 Apr 1837, John ALTOM purchased 80.02 acres of land N2NE, Section 1, Township 03N, Range 01W in Clinton County, Illinois, for $100.03. Volume: 145 Page: 161.
In 1842, John moved to Marion County, Illinois.
On 13 Jun 1849, John ALTOM purchased 31.27 acres of land N2NE, Section 30, Township 04N, Range 02E (Foster Township) in Marion County, Illinois. Volume: 154 Page: 023.
On 13 Jun 1849, John ALTOM purchased 31.27 acres of land NWNW, Section 31, Township 04N, Range 02E (Foster Township) in Marion County, Illinois. Volume: 154 Page: 023.
On 13 Jun 1849, John ALTOM purchased 31.28 acres of land NESW, Section 31, Township 04N, Range 04E (Foster Township) in Marion County, Illinois. Volume: 154 Page: 023.
On 13 Jun 1849, John ALTOM purchased 62.55 acres of land E2NW, Section 31, Township 04N, Range 04E (Foster Township) in Marion County, Illinois. Volume: 154 Page: 023.
On 24 Oct 1850, the census shows John (36) and Mary (33) ALTOM living in District 1, Marion County, Illinois. Both said to have been born in Tennessee. John was a Farmer. Their real estate was valued at $500. Living with them were: Jesse ALTOM age 10, born IL; Jane ALTOM age 6, born IL; James ALTOM age 3, born IL; and Sarah ALTOM age 1, born IL. Also living with them was Martha ALTUM age 29, born in Tennessee.
In Sep 1852, he was a Grand Juror.
In Apr 1855, he was a Petit Juror.
On 7 Feb 1866, John ALTOM purchased SESEL10B11TN, Section 28, Township 04N, Range 01E (Village of Patoka) in Marion County, Illinois for $20.00. Volume: 792 Page: 099 .
On 7 Feb 1866, John ALTOM purchased L10BL11SE, Section 28, Township 04N, Range 01E (Village of Patoka) in Marion County, Illinois for $20.00. Volume: 796 Page: 129.
On 8 Jun 1870, the census shows John (55) and Martha (53) ALTOM living in Patoka Township, Marion County, Illinois. With them were their children Erwin age 17; Lucy age 13; and Mary age 12. John was a farmer. His real estate was valued at $8,000.00. His personal property was valued at $500.00.
Children of John and Mary Ann (EDINGTON) ALTOM:
1. Jesse ALTOM, born 1 Feb 1840, Fayette County, Illinois.
Jesse married Sarah J. JACKSON.
(See 1 following)
2. Jane ALTOM, born 1843/44, Marion County, Illinois.
3. James R. ALTOM, born 1846/47, Marion County, Illinois.
James married 1st Sarah Ann MEADOR.
James married 2nd Mary J. DOTY.
James married 3rd Sarah Ann RODMAN.
(See #3 following)
4. Sarah Catherine ALTOM, born Apr 1848, Marion County, Illinois.
Sarah married Robert Strother CALDWELL 5 Oct 1864, Marion County, Illinois.
(See #4 following)
5. Erwin ALTOM, born 1852/53, Marion County, Illinois.
Erwin married Laura MUSSELMA.
(See #5 following)
6. Lucy Ann ALTOM, born 1856/57, Marion County, Illinois.
Lucy married Arthur J. TWARDELL, per newspaper 4 Sep 1873.
7. Mary ALTOM, born 1857/58, Marion County, Illinois.
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Jesse Altom
of
Patoka, Marion County, Illinois
Jesse ALTOM born 1 Feb 1840, Fayette County, Illinois, son of John and Mary Ann (EDINGTON) ALTOM. Jesse died 22 Jul 1898 at the age of 58, Patoka, Marion County, Illinois. Burial in Patoka Cemetery, Patoka, Marion County, Illinois.
Jesse married Sarah J. JACKSON 30 Mar 1861, Marion County, Illinois. She was born 16 Jul 1840, Illinois. Sarah died 18 Jul 1922. Burial in Patoka Cemetery, Patoka, Marion County, Illinois.
Jesse started out farming in Clinton County, Illinois.
On 15 Jun 1860, the census shows Jesse ALTUM age 21 living in Clinton County, Illinois. He was a farm laborer living with his Uncle and Aunt's family, the William and Mary MORRIS family.
On 9 Aug 1862, Jesse was mustered into the military. Jesse was a Pvt in Company F. during the Civil War. He was captured and was a prisoner of war.
On 7 Jun 1865, Jesse was mustered out of military service.
An article from the Centralia Sentinel printed parts of Jesse's diary from the Civil War. (See Chapter 3B)
Jesse had a saw mill in Patoka, Marion County, Illinois.
On 30 Jun 1870, the census shows Jesse (30) and Sarah (29) ALTOM living in Patoka, Marion County, Illinois. With them were their children Hannah age 8; John L. age 3; and Nora age 1. Jesse was a merchant. He had a dry goods store. His real estate was valued at $2,000.00. His personal property was valued at $2,000.00.
An Oct 1878 grocer bill from Jesse ALTOM's General Store, provided by Elvena FOLTZ to the Footprints in Marion County Illinois, "Bacon $2.16; 1 ham $2.27; 3 pr boots $3.85; Whiskey .40; 1 pair of ladies shoes and hose $1.35; 1 fine comb .10; sugar .25; crackes .10; 10 yards calico .83; barrel salt $2.00." This bill was actually that of a daughter of Mrs. Jesse ALTOM's.
Taken from the same article of Footprints in Marion County, Illinois, Summer Issue 1977, Vol. 2, #1, "Most commodities were shipped by rail, in barrels or large burlap bags and were displayed along the aisles of the store. Many times other items such as harness, patent medicine, eggs, freshly churned butter, ax handles, and small tools might be displayed within a few feet on the counter. Few articles were packaged before sold. In summer the ladies brought into town when they came to "trade" whatever surpluses they had; eggs, butter, new potatoes, green beans, blackberries, even fancy work. Men usually swapped yarns, traded horses, or visited while waiting for their wives. Most men raised thier own tobacco." Elvena FOLTZ.
On 9 Jun 1880, the census shows Jesse (40) and Sarah (40) ALTOM living in Patoka, Marion County, Illinois. Jesse was said to have been born in Illinois and his parents in Tennessee. Sarah was said to have been born in Illinois, father in Illinois and mother in Kentucky. Jesse was a Dry Goods Merchant. With them were their children: Josephine ALTOM age 18, born IL; John L. ALTOM age 12, born IL; Nora T. ALTOM age 10, born IL Ervin S. ALTOM age 8, born IL; and Thomas B. ALTOM age 4, born IL.
On 4 Jun 1900, the census shows the widowed Sarrah ALTAM age 59 living in Patoka, Marion County, Illinois. Living with her was her son Thomas R. age 23. Also with them was Luther age 8, born May 1892.
On 18 Apr 1910, the census shows the widowed Sarah ALTOM age 69 living in Patoka, Marion County, Illinois. Living with her was her son Thos. R. age 32. Thomas was a retail merchant at a general store. They owned their home free of mortgage. Sarah had given birth to 7 children with only 5 living at time of census.
On 22 Jan 1920, the census shows the widowed Sarah ALTOM age 79 living in Patoka, Marion County, Illinois. Living with her was her son and family Thomas R. (43) and Lorena (36) ALTOM and their son Robert D. ALTOM age 1 year and 11 months.
Children of Jesse and Sarah J. (JACKSON) ALTOM:
1-1. Hannah Josephine "Josie" ALTOM, born 14 Jan 1862, Marion County, Illinois.
Josie married Emmet A. VALLOW.
(See #1-1 following)
1-2. child ALTOM, died young. Child of Jesse and Sarah J. (JACKSON) ALTOM.
1-3. John Luther ALTOM, born 12 Sep 1867, Marion County, Illinois.
John married 1st Josie SHULTZ.
John married 2nd Jessie L. ENTREKIN.
(See#1-3 following)
1-4. Nora T. ALTOM, born 1869, Marion County, Illinois.
Nora married Jacob Irvin BUSS.
(See #1-4 following)
1-5. S. Ervin ALTOM, born 1871, Marion County, Illinois.
Ervin married 1st Nellie Mansfield CLARK.
Ervin married 2nd Olga PURCELL .
(See #1-5 following)
1-8. child ALTOM, died young. Child of Jesse and Sarah J. (JACKSON) ALTOM.
1-7. Thomas R. ALTOM, born 18 Aug 1876, Marion County, Illinois.
Thomas married Lorena L. LIVESAY.
(See #1-7 following)
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Hannah Josephine Altom
Vallow
of
Patoka, Marion County, Illinois
Hannah Josephine "Josie" ALTOM, born 14 Jan 1862, Marion County, Illinois, daughter of Jesse and Sarah J. (JACKSON) ALTOM. She died 24 Apr 1941.
Josie married Emmet A. VALLOW of Kinmundy 20 May 1886, Patoka, Marion County, Illinois. They divorced 26 Mar 1896.
On 28 Feb 1896, published in the newspaper, "E. A. VALLOW of Patoka gave notice not to extend credit tohis wife on his account because "she has left my bed and board, the former five years ago, the latter but recently."
On 26 Mar 1896, published in the newspaper, "Hannah VALLOW has instituted divorce proceedings against Earnest A. VALLOW." (Footprints in Marion County, Illinois - Vol. 15, No. 3)
On 18 Apr 1910, the census shows the widowed Hannah J. VALLOW age 48 living in Patoka, Marion County, Illinois. Hannah was a Music Teacher. She owned her home free of mortgage. She was said to have given birth to 3 children with 3 living. With her was her son A. Lee VALLOW age 19. Lee was a telephone operator for the railroad.
On 22 Jan 1920, the census shows the widowed Josie VALLOW age 58 living in Patoka, Marion County, Illinois. She owned her home free of mortgage.
On 8 Apr 1930, the census shows Josie VALLOW age 68 living in Patoka, Marion County, Illinois. It listed her as a widow. She owned her home, which was valued at $700.00.
Children of Emmet A. and Hannah Josephine (ALTOM) VALLOW:
1-1-1. Archie Lee VALLOW, born 1890. He died 1951.
Archie married Mildred Frances PRATT. She was born 1890, daughter of Frank and Minnie Clyde (KELLEY) PRATT (See Binnion Family, Chapter 1). Mildred died 1954.
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John Luther Altom
of
Patoka, Marion County, Illinois
John Luther ALTOM, born 12 Sep 1867, Marion County, Illinois, son of Jesse and Sarah J. (JACKSON) ALTOM. He died 4 Nov 1922, Patoka, Marion County, Illinois. He is buried in Patoka Cemetery.
John married 1st Josie SHULTZ 23 Jun 1891, Salem, Marion County, Illinois. She was the daughter of Joseph and S. E. (RUDD) SHULTZ. She died Jan 1893 of Consumption.
John married 2nd Jessie L. ENTREKIN 28 Nov 1895, of Coffeen, Illinois. She was born 8 Nov 1877. She died 9 Nov 1953. She is buried in Patoka Cemetery.
On 18 Apr 1910, the census shows J. L. (41) and Jessie L. (32) ALTOM living in Patoka, Marion County, Illinois. With them were their adopted daughters Juanita M. age 7; and Pauline age 2 months. John was a Commercial Traveler in the Drug business. They owned their home free of mortgage.
On 22 Jan 1920, the census shows John L. (52) and Jessie (42) ALTOM living in Patoka, Marion County, Illinois. With them were their children Juanita age 17; and Pauline age 9. John owned his home free of mortgage. John was a saleman for a drug company.
Son of John Luther and Josie (SHULTZ) ALTOM:
1-2-1. John Luther Dayne ALTOM, born 14 May 1892, Patoka, Marion County, Illinois. He died 18 Apr 1902, Patoka, Marion County, Illinois. He is buried in Patoka Cemetery.
Adopted daughters of John Luther and Jessie L. (ENTREKIN) ALTOM:
1-2-2. Juanita M. ALTOM, born 1902/03, Patoka, Marion County, Illinois.
1-2-3. Pauline ALTOM, born 1910, Patoka, Marion County, Illinois.
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Nora T. Altom
Buss
of
Patoka, Marion County, Illinois
Nora T. ALTOM, born 1869, Marion County, Illinois, daughter of Jesse and Sarah J. (JACKSON) ALTOM. She died 1916. She is buried in Patoka Cemetery.
Nora married Jacob Irvin BUSS 9 Dec 1888, Marion County, Illinois. He was born 1861. He died 1914. He is buried in Patoka Cemetery.
On 9 Dec 1889, the Marion County Democrat has, "J. I. BUSSS and Miss Nora ALTOM of Patoka wed."
Children of Jacob Irvin and Nora T. (ALTOM) BUSS:
1-3-1. Harold BUSS, born 1890. He died 1891.
1-3-2. Nelphia BUSS, born 15 Oct 1891. She died 18 Dec 1948. She is buried in Patoka Cemetery.
Nelphia married Ray Albert PUGH. He was born 24 Mar 1889, son of John and Bella (BERGER) PUGH. He died 26 Dec 1972. He is buried in Patoka Cemetery.
1-3-3. Henry BUSS, born 1894. He died 1946. He is buried in Patoka Cemetery.
1-3-4. Eva May BUSS, born 1896. She died 1896.
1-3-5. Eleanor BUSS, born 1902. She died 1920.
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S. Ervin Altom
of
Patoka, Marion County, Illinois
S. Ervin ALTOM, born 1871, Marion County, Illinois, son of Jesse and Sarah J. (JACKSON) ALTOM. He died 4 May 1940, Patoka, Marion County, Illinois. He is buried in Patoka Cemetery.
Ervin married 1st Nellie Mansfield CLARK 1 Apr 1891, Patoka, Marion County, Illinois. She was born 1869, daughter of Henry F. and May J. (BROWN) CLARK. She died 4 Feb 1924, Centralia, Marion County, Illinois. She is buried in Patoka Cemetery, Patoka, Marion County, Illinois.
Ervin married 2nd Olga PURCELL 1927. She was died 24 Dec 1963, aged 67 years. She was the daughter of George and Letta (BAILEY) PURCELL.
On 4 Jun 1900, the census shows Erven (28) and Nellie (30) ALTAM living in Patoka, Marion County, Illinois. With them was their son Dale age 4.Ervin owned a drug store. He owned it free of mortgage.
On 18 Apr 1910, the census shows the widowed S. E. (38) and Nellie (40) ALTOM living in Patoka, Marion County, Illinois. With them was their son L. Dale ALTOM age 14. Also living with them was Nellie's widowed mother M. J. CLARK age 81. Mrs. Clark had given birth to 8 children with all 8 still living. Ervin was a retail merchant. He had a General Store in Patoka. Nellie had given birth to only 1 child. They owned their home free of mortgage.
On 22 Jan 1920, the census shows S. E. (48) and Nellie (50) ALTOM living in Patoka, Marion County, Illinois. Ervin was a merchant, who owned a general store in Patoka. He owned his home free of mortgage.
On 8 Apr 1930, the census shows S. Ervin (58) and Olga (33) ALTOM living in Patoka, Marion County, Illinois. They owned their home, valued at $4,000.00. They owned a radio. Ervin owned a general store.
Son of S. Ervin and Nellie Mansfield (CLARK) ALTOM:
1-5-1. Lawrence Dale ALTOM, born Jan 1896, Patoka, Marion County, Illinois. Dale died 1945. He is buried in Patoka Cemetery.
Dale married Eunice B. MURFIN 1915. She was born 1894.
On 25 May 1915, the Centralia Sentinel says, "Dale ALTOM opened the first automobile garage in Patoka."
On 22 Jan 1920, the census shows L. Dale (24) and Eunice (25) ALTOM living in Patoka, Marion County, Illinois. They owned their home free of mortgage. Dale was a clerk in a general store.
On 8 Apr 1930, the census shows L. Dale (34) and Eunice B. (35) ALTOM living in Patoka, Marion County, Illinois. They lived next to Dale's father. They owned their home, valued at $5,000.00. They owned a radio. Dale was a traveling salesman for an international shoe company. Dale was said to have been 19 and Eunice 20 when they married. With them was their daughter, Betty Nell ALTOM age 8, born IL.
In 1933, Eunice ALTOM was head of the Eastern Star in Patoka.
Daughter of Lawrence Dale and Eunice B. (MURFIN) ALTOM:
1-5-1-1. Betty Nell ALTOM, born 1921/22, Patoka, Marion County, Illinois.
Betty married ___?___ EPPERSON.
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Thomas Robert Altom
of
Patoka, Marion County, Illinois
Thomas Robert ALTOM, born 18 Aug 1876, Marion County, Illinois, son of Jesse and Sarah J. (JACKSON) ALTOM. He died 14 Feb 1948. Buried in Patoka Cemetery.
Thomas married Lorena L. LIVESAY. She was born 11 Aug 1883, daughter of Marshall and Rachel Charlotte (WALTON) LIVESAY. (See Walton Family, #6-3, files section of Patoka and Sandy Branch Yahoo Groups)
On 12 Sep 1918, Thomas' World War 1 Draft Registration Card has, Thomas Robert ALTOM age 42, born 18 Aug 1876. He was living in Patoka, Marion County, Illinois. He was a druggist and merchant. His nearest relative was Lora ALTOM of Patoka. He was medium height and build with blue eyes and light brown hair.
On 22 Jan 1920, the census shows the widowed Sarah ALTOM age 79 living in Patoka, Marion County, Illinois. Living with her was her son and family Thomas R. (43) and Lorena (36) ALTOM and their son Robert D. ALTOM age 1 year and 11 months.
On 8 Apr 1930, the census shows Tom (53) and Lora (46) ALTOM living in Patoka, Marion County, Illinois. With them was their son Bobbie age 12. Also with them was a great-grand-niece Nellie May CRAWFORD age 2. Tom was a saleman for a General Store. They owned their home, which was valued at $3,500.00. Tom sister, Josie VALLOW, lived next to him.
In 1933, Thomas R. ALTOM was head of the Patoka's Odd Fellow Lodge.
Son of Thomas R. and Lrena L. (LIVESAY) ALTOM:
1-7-1. Robert D. ALTOM, born 1918, Patoka, Marion County, Illinois.
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James R. Altom
of
Sandoval, Marion County, Illinois
James R. ALTOM, born 27 Oct 1845, Marion County, Illinois, son of John and Mary Ann (EDINGTON) ALTOM. James died 10 Apr 1917, Sandoval, Marion County, Illinois. Burial 12 Apr 1917, Sandoval Cemetery, Sandoval, Marion County, Illinois.
James married 1st Sarah A. MEADOR 1867, Marion County, Illinois. She was born 1846/47, Marion County, Illinois, daughter of Fred Iredill and Tabatha (FINCH) MEADOR. Sarah died circa 1873, Patoka Township, Marion County, Illinois. Burial in Meador Cemetery, Patoka Township, Marion County, Illinois.
James married 2nd Mary J. DOTY 6 Nov 1873, Marion County, Illinois (Vol. D, Page 91). She was born 12 Feb 1855. Mary died 22 Feb 1875, Patoka Township, Marion County, Illinois. Burial in Meador Cemetery, Patoka Township, Marion County, Illinois.
James married 3rd Sarah Ann RODMAN 10 Oct 1878, Marion County, Illinois (Note: Her name is Susan A. RODMAN on the marriage record. Vol. D, Page 121). She was born Feb 1855, Illinois, daughter of Alexander and Ella (BURNS) RODMAN. Sarah died 2 May 1921, Sandoval, Marion County, Illinois. Burial in Sandoval Cemetery, Sandoval, Marion County, Illinois.
On 30 Jun 1870, the census shows Jas R. (24) and Sarah (20) ALTOM living in Patoka Township, Marion County, Illinois. Jas R. was said to have been born in NY? and Sarah in Illinois. James was a Farmer. Their real estate was valued at $800. With them was, Edward ALTOM age 2, born IL.
On 6 Jun 1880, the census shows James (32) and Sarah (25) ALTOM living in Patoka Township, Marion County, Illinois. His birth location not given. Sarah was said to have been born in Illinois, father in Kentucky and mother in Tennessee. James was a Farmer. With them were their children: Edward ALTOM age 11, born IL; and Jesse ALTOM age 10 months, born IL.
On 2 Jun 1900, the census shows James (53) and Sarah (45) ALTOM living in Sandoval, Marion County, Illinois. James was said to have been born Oct 1846, Illinois and parents in Illinois. Sarah was said to have bee born Feb 1855, Illinois, father in Kentucky and mother in Indiana. James was a Teamster. They owned their home free of mortgage. They were said to have been married 22 years. Sarah was said to have given birth to 3 children with all 3. With them were their children Bessie ALTOM age 13, born Apr 1887, IL; and Homer ALTOM age 8, born Apr 1892 IL.
On 24 Apr 1910, the census shows James R. (64) and Sarah A. (50) ALTOM living in Sandoval, Marion County, Illinois. They and their parents are said to have been born in Illinois. James was a Farmer. They owned their farm free of mortgage. Sarah was said to have given birth to 3 children with 3 living. With them was their son, Homer ALTOM age 18, born IL. Homer was an apprentice at a car shop.
On 13 Jan 1920, the census shows the widowed Sarah E. ALTOM age 57, living in Sandoval, Marion County, Illinois. She was said to have been born in Illinois, father in Kentucky and mother in Indiana. She owned her home free of mortgage.
Son of James R. and Sarah Ann (MEADOR) ALTOM:
3-1. Edward ALTOM, born 1868, Patoka Township, Marion County, Illinois.
Edward married Maud ___?___ .
(See #3-1 following)
Daughter of James R. and Mary J. (DOTY) ALTOM:
3-2. Mary Clara ALTOM, born 1874/75, Marion County, Illinos.
Clara married Eli Whaley Ellsworth MORGAN.
(See #3-2 following)
Children of James R. and Sarah A. (RODMAN) ALTOM:
3-3. Jesse "Jess" ALTOM, born 4 Aug 1879, Salem, Marion County, Illinois.
Jess married Millie May WARD.
(See #3-3 following)
3-4. Bessie ALTOM, born Apr 1887, Marion County, Illinois.
Bessie married Oliver REAGAN 10 Dec 1904, Sandoval, Marion County, Illinois.
On 10 Dec 1904, the Centralia Sentinel has, "Oliver REAGAN and Miss Bessie ALTOM were married at Sandoval."
3-5. Homer ALTOM, born 18 Apr 1892, Marion County, Illinois. Homer died 23 Feb 1916, Chicago, Cook County, Illinois. Burial 24 Feb 1916, Sandoval Cemetery, Sandoval, Marion County, Illinois. (Note: Death record shows that his residence was Sandoval even though he died in Chicago.)
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Edward N. Altom
of
Alma, Marion County, Illinois
Edward N. ALTOM, born 1868, Patoka Township, Marion County, Illinois, son of James R. and Sarah Ann (MEADOR) ALTOM. Edward died 24 May 1904, Alma, Marion County, Illinois, age 35 years. Burial in the Allmon Cemetery, Tonti Township, Marion County, Illinois.
Edward married Mary C. "Mollie" POOL 20 Feb 1890, Marion County, Illinois (Vol. E, Page 6). She was born Jul 1872, Marion County, Illinois, daughter of George W. and Matilda (HOLT) POOL (See Pool Family, or Smith Family, Chapter 1).
On 2 Jun 1900, the census shows Edward N. (30) and Maud (22) ALTOM living in Alma, Marion County, Illinois. He was said to have been born Dec 1870, Illinois and his parents unknown. Maud was said to have been born Jul 1872, Illinois and her parents in Illinois. Edward was a Day Laborer. They were renting their home. They were said to have been married 10 years and that she had given birth to 2 children with 2 living. Their children: Ocle ALTOM age 7, born Jun 1892, IL; and Ople ATLOM age 1, born Sep 1899, IL.
On 15 Apr 1910, the census shows the widowed Mary C. ALTOM age 38 living on High Street in Alma, Marion County, Illinois. She and her parnes were said to have been born in Illinois. Mary was a Seamstress, Dressmaker. She was renting her home. She was said to have given birth to 2 children with 2 living. With her were her children: Ocal N. ALTOM age 17, born IL, Farm Laborer; and Opal M. ALTOM age 11, born IL.
Children of Edward N. and Mary C. (POOL) ALTOM:
3-1-1. Ocal Norman ALTOM, born 1 Jun 1892, Illinois.
Ocal married Flossie E. JACKSON.
3-1-2. Opal M. ALTOM, born 6 Sep 1898, Alma, Marion County, Illinois.
Opal married Benjamin Harrison KIBLE.
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Ocal Norman Altom
of
Alma, Marion County, Illinois
Ocal Norman ALTOM, born 1 Jun 1892, Illinois, son of Edward N. and Mary C. (POOL) ALTOM. Ocal died Apr 1972. Burial in Alma Cemetery, Alma, Marion County, Illinois.
Ocal married Flossie E. JACKSON. She was born 19 Aug 1892. Fosie died Apr 1985. Burial in Alma Cemetery, Alma, Marion County, Illinois. Burial in Alma Cemetery, Alma, Marion County, Illinois.
On 5 Jun 1917, Ocal's World War I Draft Registration Card has, Ocal Norman ALTOM age 25, born Tonti Township, Marion County, Illinois. He was a Self-employed farmer. He had a wife and 1 child. He was medium height and build with blue eyes and brown hair.
On 16 Jan 1920, the census shows Ocal (26) and Flossie (27) ALTOM living in Alma, Marion County, Illinois. They and their parnets were said to have been born in Illinois. Ocal was a Farm Laborer. They owned their home With tehm were their children: Fredrick ALTOM age 8, born IL; and Pauline ALTOM age 1 year an d 9 months, born IL.
On 11 Apr 1930, the census shows Ocal N. (38) and Flossie (36) ALTOM living in Elgin, Kane County, Illinois. They and their parnets were said to have been born in Illinois. Ocal was a Molder at the Foundry. They were renting their home at $25 a month. With them were t heir children: Frederick E. ALTOM age 17, born IL, Molder at the Foundry; Pauline R. ALTOM age 12, born IL; and Paul L. ALTOM age 8, born IL.
On 2 Apr 1940, the census shows Ocal (4) and Flossie (47) ALTOM living in Elgin, Kane County, Illinois. Both said to have been born in Illinois. Ocal was a Molder at the Foundry. Flossie was a Repairman at the Shoe Factory. Ocal had an 8th grade education Flossie had 2 years of high school. They were renting their home at $25 a month. With them were their sons: Fred Edward ALTON age 27, born IL, Salesman for Electrical Appliances, 8th grade education; and Paul ALTON age 18, born IL, 2 years of high school.
Children of Ocal Norman and Flossie E. (JACKSON) ALTOM:
3-1-1-1-1. Frederick Edward ATLOM, born 22 May 1911, Alma, Marion County, Illinois. Fred died 6 Jan 1987, McNaughton, Oneida County, Wisconsin. Burial in Wilderness Rest Cemetery, Oneida County, Wisconsin.
Fred married Virginia May WATSON. She was born 10 Jan 1917, Aurora, Kane County, Illinois, daughter of Blaine and Myrtle (___?___) WATSON. Virginia died 18 Mar 2008, Woodruff, Oneida County, Wisconsin. Burial in Wilderness Rest Cemetery, Oneida County, Wisconsin.
On 20 Mar 2008, Virginia's obituary reads, "Virginia May Altom - January 10, 1917 - March 18, 2008 - Lake Tomahawk, Wisconsin - Virginia May Altom, age 91, of Lake Tomahawk, died Tuesday, March 18, 2008, at Howard Young Medical Center in Woodruff. She was born on January 10, 1917 in Aurora, Illinois to Blaine and Myrtle Watson. She was married to Fred Altom and he preceded her in death. Virginia was a longtime resident of Lake Tomahawk. In addition to her husband, she was preceded in death by her parents and her son, Edward. She is survived by a grandson, James (Angela), a daughter-in-law, Betty, and two great grandchildren, Emily and Chelsea. Inurnment will take place in Wilderness Rest Cemetery in Lake Tomahawk. Carlson Funeral Home assisted Virginia's family with arrangements."
3-1-1-1-2. Pauline R. ATLOM, born 1 Mar 1918, Alma, Marion County, Illinois. Pauline died 17 Jun 1989. Burial in Alma Cemetery, Alma, Marion County, Illinois.
Pauline married ___?___ EASLEY.
They had children: Don, Cathy, Donna, Jeff and Buck,
3-1-1-1-3. Paul L. ATLOM, born 21 Jan 1922, Odin, Marion County, Illinois. Paul died 17 Nov 2000, Elgin, Kane County, Illinois. Burial 21 Nov 2000, Dundee Township East Cemetery, East Dundee, Kane County, Illinois.
Paul married Dorothy Gladys Caroline ROSS 2 May 1942, Palmyra, Marion County, Missouri. She was born 18 May 1917. Dorothy died 8 Mar 2001, Elgin, Kane County, Illinois. Burial 12 Mar 2001, Dundee Township East Cemetery, East Dundee, Kane County, Illinois.
On 19 Nov 2000, The Courier News (Elgin, Kane County, Illinois) has, "Paul LeRoy ATLOM, 78, of Elgin, passed away Friday, November 17, 2000 in Sherman Hospital. He was born on January 21, 1922 in Odin, IL, the son of Oeal and Flossie ATLOM. Paul served in the United States Marine Corps during World War II (2nd Raiders). During his service, he received the Purple Heart. Paul served as a Police Auxiliary Reserve for the City of Elgin from 1946 to 1989. He was employed by the City of Elgin, and worked in the Department of Water prior to his retirement. On May 2, 1942, in Palmyra, Missouri, Paul married Dorothy M. ROSS. They have been married for 58 years. Survivors include his wife, Dorothy of South Elgin; a daughter, Cindy (Dale) SCHRIEBER of Elgin; granddaughter, Sherri SCHRIEBER of Las Vegas, NV; and nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; a brother, Fred; and a sister, Pauline. Funeral services will be held at 11:30 AM Tuesday, November 21, 2000 in the Laird Funeral Home, Elgin with Rev. Herman Christiansen officiating. Burial will be private in Dundee Township East Cemetery, East Dundee. Visitation will be held from 4 to 8 PM Monday in the funeral home."
On 10 Mar 2001, The Courier News (Elgin, Kane County, Illinois) has, "Dorothy Gladys Caroline Altom, 83, of Elgin, passed away Thursday, March 8, 2001 in Sherman Hospital, Elgin. She was born May 18, 1917 in Elgin, the daughter of Clifford and Minnie WESSELL ROSS. She had been a resident of Elgin all of her life. She was employed for many years by Gromers Supermarket, working as a cashier and in the bakery. She then worked in the cafeteria at Larkin High School until retiring. She was a member of St. John's Lutheran Church of Elgin. Surviving are her daughter, Cindy (Dale) SCHRIEBER of Elgin; and a granddaughter, Sherri SCHRIEBER of Las Vegas, NV. She was preceded in death by her parents; and her husband, Paul in 2000. Funeral Services will be held Monday at 11:30 AM in the Laird Funeral Home, Elgin with Rev. Herman Christiansen officiating. Burial will be in Dundee Township East Cemetery, East Dundee. Visitation will be held Monday from 10 AM until the time of services in the funeral home."
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Opal M. Altom
of
South Elgin, Kane County, Illinois
Opal M. ALTOM, born 6 Sep 1898, Alma, Marion County, Illinois, daughter of Edward N. and Mary C. (POOL) ALTOM. Opal died 12 May 1978, Elgin, Kane County, Illinois. Burial in Lakewood Memorial Park Cemetery, Elgin, Kane County, Illinois.
Opal married Benjamin Harrison KIBLE. He was born 19 Dec 1888, Atlanta, Logan County, Illinois, son of George and Mary A. (___?___) KIBLE. Benjamin died 22 Jan 1961, South Elgin, Kane County, Illinois. Burial in Lake Street Memorial Park Cemetery, Elgin, Cook County, Illinois.
On 5 Jun 1917, Benjamin's World War I Draft Registration Card has, Benjamin Harrison KIBLE age 28, born 19 Dec 1888, Atlanta, Illinois. He was living in Taylor Springs, Montgomery County, Illinois. He was a Laborer in a Smelter for American Zinc Company. He had a wife and 1 child. Benjamin was medium height and build with blue eyes and light brown hair.
On 27 May 1920, the cencus shows Ben (30) and Opal (21) KIBLE living in Griggs, St. Francis Parrish, Arkansas. He was said to have been born in Illinois, father in Ohio and mother in Illinois. Opal and her parents were said to have been born in Illinois. Ben was a Farmer. With them were their daughters: Marie KIBLE age 4, born IL; Marjorie KIBLE age 2, born AR.
On 16 Apr 1930, the cencus shows Ben (35) and Opal (28) KIBLE living in Elgin, Kane County, Illinois. Everyone in the household and parents were said to have been born in Arkansas. Ben was a Molder at the Foundry. He was not a veteran. They owned their home, valued at $1,000. Ben was said to have been age 22 and Opal age 17 when they married. With them were their daughters: Marie KIBLE age 13; Marjorie KIBLE age 11; Ruth KIBLE age 9; Thelma KIBLE age 7; and Dorothy KIBLE age 3.
On 12 Apr 1940, the cencus shows Benjamin (51) and Opal (41) KIBLE living in South Elgin, Kane County, Illinois. Both said to have been born in Illinois. In 1935, they were said to have been living in Elgin, Kane County, Illinois. Benjamin was a Miller in a Drug Mill. Both had 6th grade educations. They were renting their home at $20 a month. With them was their daughter, Thelma KIBLE age 17, born IL. She had 2 years of high school. Also with them was Benjamin's sister and her son: Dorothy KIBLE age 41, born IL; George KIBLE age 1, born IL. Living with them all was Benjamin's widowed mother, Mary MILLS age 70, born Illinois. She had a 3rd grade education.
In 1942, Benjamin's World War II Draft Registration Card has, Benjamin Harrison KIBLE age 53, born 19 Dec 1888, Atlanta, Illinois. He was living in South Elgin, Kane County, Illinois. His contact person was Mr. Frank SOMMERS, same address.
In Dec 1961, Benjamin's obituary, "Benjamin Harrison KIBLE, 72, of 690 E. Main St., South Elgin, died early Sunday morning at his home after a lingering illness. Mr. KIBLE was born Dec 19, 1888 at Atlanta. He had lived in South Elgin for the past 23 years and prior to that in Elgin for 13 years. He was employed as maintenance manager by the Marison Company for the past 20 years. He was a member of South Elgin Community Methodist Church. He was preceded in death by three sisters. Surviving are the widow, Opal; five daughters, Mrs. Frank (Marie) SOMMERS, Mrs. Harold (Ruth) BERNA and Mrs. Robert (Thelma) DELANEY, South Elgin, and Mrs. Donald (Marjorie) ZORNOW and Mrs. Douglas (Dorothy) DANNHORN, St. Charles; one son George KIBLE, Elgin, five sisters Mrs. Thomas MURPHY, Pasadena, Calif, Mrs. Paul RADOY, South Elgin, Mrs. Frank POKORSKI, Lincoln, Mrs. George THOMPSON, Springfield and Mrs. Albert PRICHARD, Girard; 13 grandchildren, one great grandchild and several nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be held Tuesday at 1:30 p.m. at the Schmidt Funeral Home. Rev William A Cull, pastor of South Elgin Community Methodist Church will officiate. Burial will be in Lake Street Memorial Park Cemetery. Friends may call at the funeral home."
In 1978, Opal's obituary, "Mrs. Opal N. KIBLE , 79, of 36 Cypress Square, Elgin, died Friday in St. Joseph Hospital, Elgin. Born Sept. 6, 1898 in Alma, IL, she was the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Edward ALTOM , and had lived in Elgin and South Elgin for the past 54 years. She was a member of the South Elgin Community United Methodist Church. Surviving are five daughters, Mrs. Frank (Marie) SOMMERS, Mrs. Donald (Margie) ZORNOW both of Hot Springs Valley, AR., Mrs Harold (Ruth) BERNA of South Elgin, Mrs. Robert (Thelma) DELANEY and Mrs. John (Dorothy) METZGER both of Elgin; one son, George of South Elgin; 14 grandchildren and 21 great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Benjamin in 1961; her parents and a brother, Ocal ALTOM. Funeral services will be at 1 p.m. Monday in the Schmidt Funeral Home, Elgin, the Rev. John Smith officiating. burial will be in Lake Street Memorial Park Cemetery. Visitation will be from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Sunday in the funeral home. Memorials may be made to the South Elgin Community United Methodist Church."
Children of Benjamin Harrison and Opal N. (ALTOM) KIBLE:
3-1-2-1. Marie KIBLE, born 1916/17, Illinois.
Marie married Frank SOMMERS.
3-1-2-2. Marjorie "Margie" KIBLE, born 1917/18, Griggs, St. Francis Parrish, Arkansas.
3-1-2-3. Ruth KIBLE, born 1920/21, Griggs, St. Francis Parrish, Arkansas.
Ruth married Harold BERNA.
3-1-2-4. Thelma KIBLE, born 1922/23, Illinois.
Thelma married Robert DELANEY.
3-1-2-5. Dorothy KIBLE, born 1926/27, Arkansas.
Dorothy married John METZGER.
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Mary Clara Altom
Morgan
of
Foster Township, Marion County, Illinois
Mary Clara ALTOM, born 1874/75, Patoka Township, Marion County, Illinos, daughter of James R. and Mary J. (DOTY) ALTOM.
Clara married Eli Whaley Ellsworth MORGAN 4 Dec 1892, Marion County, Illinois, at the home of her Uncle James DOTY. Eli was born Aug 1869, Foster Township, Marion County, Illinois, son of Benjamin Arnold and M. Isabella (FOSTER) MORGAN (See Morgan Family, 2-2, in files section of Sandy Branch Yahoo Group, http://groups.yahoo.com/group/sandybranch/). Eli died 1951.
On 8 Jun 1880, the census shows Clara ALTOM age 5, living in Foster Township, Marion County, Illinois. She was living with her Uncle and Aunt and family, Thomas (22) and Angeline (21) DOTY and their children Spencer age 17; and Sarah age 18. Also living with them was Thomas' mother, Hannah DOTY age 54
On 8 Dec 1892, the Marion County Democrat, has "Eli MORGAN and Clara ALTOM, both of Foster Township, wer married on the 4th."
Children of Eli and Mary Clara (ALTOM) MORGAN:
3-2-1. Irene MORGAN, born 1892/93, Marion County, Illinois.
Irene married Charles F. BLACK 4 Nov 1911, Marion County, Illinois. She was 18 and he was 27 when they married. He was born 1883/84.
3-2-2. Edna I. MORGAN, born Sep 1894, Marion County, Illinois.
Edna married Homer McDOO 15 Mar 1911, Marion County, Illinois. She was 17 and he was 18 when they married. He was born 1892/93.
3-2-3. Jossie MORGAN, born Jan 1898, Marion County, Illinois.
3-2-4. Agnes Clara MORGAN, born 28 Nov 1900, Foster Township, Marion County, Illinois.
In 1910, Agnes and her sister Edna were living with her grandfather Benjamin Arnold MORGAN and Aunt Sarah "Sally" MORGAN.
3-2-5. George William MORGAN, born 1909, Foster Township, Marion County, Illinois. He died Sunday, 12 Jun 1910, Marion County, Illinois, age 18 months. Buried in Sandy Branch Cemetery.
3-2-6. Mildred Kathryn MORGAN, born 20 Jul 1912, Foster Township, Marion County, Illinois.
Milldred married Ray P. WALTON. He was born 27 Jan 1903 , Patoka Township, Marion County, Illinois, son of George W. and Lillie (MASSEY) WALTON.
(See Walton Family, Chapter )
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Jesse Altom
of
Sandoval, Marion County, Illinois
Jesse "Jess" ALTOM, born 4 Aug 1879, Kinmundy, Marion County, Illinois. He died 23 Mar 1953.
Jess married Millie May WARD 29 Jul 1899, Marion County, Illinois. She was born Dec 1882, Illinois, Illinois. She died 26 Sep 1939, Centralia, Marion County, Illinois.
On 4 Jun 1900, the census shows Jess (20) and May (18) ALTOM living in Sandoval, Marion County, Illinois. Jess was said to have been born Aug 1879, Illinois and his parents in Illinois. May was said to have been born Dec 1882, Illinois and her parents in Illinois. Jess was a coal miner. They were renting their home. They were said to have been married 1 year and that she had given birth to 1 child with 1 living. With them was their son, Edgar ALTOM age 6 months, born Aug 1899, IL.
On 21 Apr 1910, the census shows Jesse (30) and Millie (28) ALTOM living in Sandoval, Marion County, Illinois. They and their parnets were said to have been born in Illinois. Jesse was a Coal Miner. They were renting their home. They were said to have been married 10 years and that she had given birth to 4 children with 3 living. With them were their children: Edgar ALTOM age 10, born IL; Edith ALTOM age 7, born IL; and Helen ALTOM age 3, born IL.
On 12 Sep 1918, Jess' World War I Draft Registration Card has, Jesse ALTOM age 39, born 4 Aug 1879. He was living in Sandoval, Marion County, Illinois. He was a Check Weighman at a coal mine. Nearest relative was Millie ALTOM, his wife. Jess was tall and medium build with black eyes and black hair.
On 5 Jan 1920, the census shows Jesse (40) and Millie (37) ALTOM living in Sandoval, Marion County, Illinois. They and their parnets were said to have been born in Illinois. Jesse was a Check Weighman for the coal mine. They were renting their home. With them were their children: Edgar ALTOM age 20, born IL, Driver at a Coal Mine; Edith ALTOM age 16, born IL; and Helen ALTOM age 13, born IL.
In 1929, the city directory shows Jesse and Millie ALTOM living in Hammond, Lake County, Indiana. He was a Hangerman.
On 3 Apr 1930, the census shows Jesse (50) and Millie (47) ALTOM living in Chicago, Cook County, Illinois. They and their parents were said to have been born in Illinois. Jesse was a Drill Press Operator at a Door Fixture Manufacturer. He was not a veteran. They were renting their home at $19 a month. Jesse was said to have been age 19 and Millie 17 when they married. With them was their daughter, Bettie ALTOM age 10, born Illinois.
In 1942, Jess' World War II Draft Registration Card has, Jess ALTOM age 62, born 4 Aug 1879, Salem, Marion County, Illinois. He was living in Sandoval, Marion County, Illinois. Contact person for him was Mag Edith STUBER of Sandoval.
Children of Jesse and Millie May (WARD) ALTOM:
3-3-1. Edgar ALTOM, born Nov 1899, Marion County, Illinois.
Edgar married Bessie HALFACRE.
(See #3-3-1 following)
3-3-2. Margaret Edith "Mag" ALTOM, born 1903/04, Sandoval, Marion County, Illinois.
3-3-3. Helen ALTOM, born 1906/07, Sandoval, Marion County, Illinois.
3-3-4. Bettie ALTOM, born circa 1920, Sandoval, Marion County, Illinois.
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Edgar Altom
of
Sandoval, Marion County, Illinois
Edgar ALTOM, born 23 Nov 1899, Sandoval, Marion County, Illinois, son of Jesse and Millie May (WARD) ALTOM. Edgar died 7 Jul 1940, Centralia, Marion County, Illinois. Burial 10 Jul 1940, Sandoval Cemetery, Sandoval, Marion County, Illinois.
Edgar married Bessie HALFACRE . Bessie remarried after the death of Edgar. She was born 10 Jun 1902, Marion County, Illinois, daughter of Orin J. and Nancy E. (HOLLOWAY) HALFACRE. Bessie died 23 Feb 1994, Elgin, Kane County, Illinois.
In 1929, the city directory shows Edgar and Bessie ALTOM living in Hammond, Lake County, Indiana. He was a Castingman.
On 9 Apr 1930, the census shows Edgar (30) and Bessie (28) ALTOM living in Sandoval, Marion County, Illinois. They and their parents were said to have been born in Illinolis. Edgar was a Coal Miner. They were renting their home at $6 a month. Edgar was said to have been age 21 and Bessie 18 when they married. With them was their daughter June M. ALTOM age 2 years and 4 months, born IL.
On 20 May 1940, the census shows Edgar (39) and Bessie (38) ALTOM living in Pocahontas, Bond County, Illinois. Both said to have been born in Illinois. Edgar was a Driver for a coal mine. They were renting their home at $6 a month. Edgar had a 4th grade education. Bessie had a 5th grade education. With them were their children: June M. ALTOM age 12, born IL; and Bobby D. ALTOM age 8, born IL.
Daughter of Edgar and Bessie (___?___) ALTOM:
3-3-1-1. June M. ALTOM, born Dec 1927, Sandoval, Marion County, Illinois.
3-3-1-2. Bobby Dean ALTOM, born 24 Mar 1932, Illinois.
Bobby married Connie R. HAYES.
(See #3-3-1-2 following)
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Bobby Dean Altom
of
Springfield, Sangamon County, Illinois
Bobby Dean ALTOM, born 24 Mar 1932, Illinois. Bobby died 20 Jun 1990, Springfield, Sangamon County, Illinois. Burial 22 Jun 1990, Camp Butler National Cemetery, Springfield, Sangamon County, Illinois. (Plot: J, 513)
Bobby married Connie R. HAYES. She was born 14 May 1937, Licking, Texas County, Missouri, daughter of Grover Claborn and Callie I. (JONES) HAYES. Connie died 28 Dec 2001, Springfield, Sangamon County, Illinois. Burial 31 Dec 2001, Camp Butler National Cemetery, Springfield, Sangamon County, Illinois. (Plot: J, 513)
On 21 Oct 1952, Bobby enlisted into the United States Army during the Korean War. PFC.
On 30 Dec 2001, State Journal-Register (Springfield, Sangamon County, Illinois), "SPRINGFIELD - Connie R. Altom, 64, of Springfield died Thursday, Dec. 28, 2001, in Springfield. She was born May 14, 1937, in Licking, Mo., the daughter of Grover and Callie Jones Hayes. She married Bobby Altom in 1955 in Miami, Okla.; he preceded her in death in 1990. Survivors: a son, Randean (wife, Loretta) Altom of springfield; and two grandchildren. Services: 10 a.m. Monday, Ellinger-Kunz and Davis Funeral Home. Burial: Camp Butler National Cemetery."
Son of Bobbie Dean ALTOM:
3-3-1-2-1. Randean ALTOM,
Randean married Loretta ___?___ .
Sons of Randean and Loretta (___?___) ALTOM:
3-3-1-2-1-1. son ALTOM,
3-3-1-2-1-2. son ALTOM,
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Sarah Catherine Altom
Caldwell
of
Foster Township, Marion County, Illinois
Sarah Catherine ALTOM, born 1848/49, Marion County, Illinois, daughter of John and Mary Ann (EDINGTON) ALTOM.
Sarah married Robert Strother CALDWELL 5 Oct 1864. (See Caldwell Family, Chapter 3)
On 30 Jul 1870, the census shows H. (26) and Sarah (21) CALDWELL living in Tonti Township, Marion County, Illinois. He was said to have been born in Ohio and she in Illinois. H. was a farmer. Their real estate was valued at $800 and personal property at $150. With them were: Annie CALDWELL age 4, born IL; and Sarah CALDWELL age 1, born IL. (Note: They lived between Stephen (48) and Hannah (33) ALTOM and John (23) and Mary (23) ALTOM.)
On 8 Jun 1880, the census shows Robert S. (35) and Sarah (34) CALWELL living in Foster Township, Marion County, Illinois. He was born in Missouri. She was born in Illinois. Robert was a farmer. With them were their children: Annie CALWELL age 13, born IL; Alice CALWELL age 11, born IL; William O. CALWELL age 6, born IL; John L. or S. CALWELL age 4, born IL; and Stella CALWELL age 1, born IL.
On 14 Jun 1900, the census shows Robert (57) and Serrah (52) COLWELL living in Foster Township, Marion County, Illinois. Robert was said to have been born Feb 1843, Missouri. Serrah was said to have been born Apr 1848, Illinois. With them were their children Allice age 31, born Mar 1869; William COLWELL age 26, born Nov 1863, born IL; John L. COLWELL age 24, born Dec 1875, born IL; Stella COLWELL age 21, born Nov 1878, born IL; Merritt COLWELL age 19, born Aug 1880, born IL; and Ira COLWELL age 16, born Oct 1883, born IL.
On 5 May 1910, the census shows the widowed Sarah C. CALDWELL age 61, living in Foster Township, Marion County, Illinois. Sarah was a farmer. She owned her farm free of mortgage. With her was her daughter Alice CALDWELL age 41.
On 3 Jan 1920, the census shows the widowed Kate CALDWELL age 70, living in Foster Township, Marion County, Illinois. Kate was a farmer. She owned her home free of mortgage.
On 24 Apr 1930, the census shows the widowed Sarah CALDWELL age 81, living in Foster Township, Marion County, Illinois. Sarah was a farmer. She owned her home. With her was her daughter Alice CALDWELL age 61.
Children of Robert S. and Sarah Catherine (ALTOM) CALDWELL:
4-1. Anna "Annie" CALDWELL, born 1866/67, Illinois.
Annie married Arthur GAYLORD.
4-2. Alice CALDWELL, born Mar 1869, Illinois. She died 1961. She is buried in the Patoka Cemetery, Patoka, Marion County, Illinois.
On 5 Nov 1936, The Kinmundy Express (Kinmundy, Illinois) has, "East Zion: Mr. and Mrs. Frank THOMASON and Mr. and Mrs. Oscar CALDWELL called Sunday at the Mark Greer Hospital in Vandalia to see Miss Alice CALDWELL who was in an auto wreck Saturday afternoon near Pana. Her nephew, Mr. Gilbert CALDWELL, was taking her to Decatur where she had employment for the winter. Her right arm is paralyzed and her back is injured."
4-3. William Oscar CALDWELL, born 27 Nov 1873, Marion County, Illinois.
William married Nellie E. GRUBB.
4-4. John Luther CALDWELL, born 20 Dec 1876, Marion County, Illinois.
John married Jessie Ann McNICOL.
(See #4-1 following)
4-5. Stella CALDWELL, born 17 Nov 1878. She died 11 Oct 1974.
Stella married Dr. S. L. LASWELL. He was born 1874. He died 1937. Buried in Alma Cemetery.
4-6. Ernest Merritt CALDWELL, born 28 Aug 1880, Foster Township, Marion County, Illinois.
Merritt married Lora Edna ___?___ .
4-7. Ira Grover CALDWELL, born 19 Oct 1881, Foster Township, Marion County, Illinois.
Ira married Fara LIVESAY.
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#4-1
John Luther Caldwell
of
Foster Township, Marion County, Illinois
John Luther CALDWELL , born 20Dec 1875, Patoka, Marion County, Illinois. He died 16 Dec 1942.
John married Jessie Ann McNICOL. She was born 1891. She died 1946.
Children of John Luther and Jessie Ann (McNICOL) CALDWELL:
4-1-1. Ella Gayle CALDWELL, born 4 Nov 1902, Foster Township, Marion County, Illinois. She died 10 May 1979.
Ella married James Roy THOMPSON 7 Jan 1920.
4-1-2. Anna Grace CALDWELL, born 21 Oct 1905, Foster Township, Marion County, Illinois. She died 29 Aug 1972.
Ann married Howard Walter NELSON 23 Feb 1924, Vandalia, Fayette County, Illinois.
4-1-3. Darrell Lucien CALDWELL, born 12 Mar 1909, Foster Township, Marion County, Illinois. He died 27 Jan 1935. He is buried in Patoka Cemetery.
He never married.
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#5
Ervin Altom
of
Bosque County, Texas
Ervin ALTOM , born 1852/53, Marion County, Illinois, son of John and Mary Ann (EDINGTON) ALTOM.
Erwin married Laura MUSSELMA. She was born 1860/61, Iowa. Laura's father was born in New York and her mother in Ohio.
On 4 Jun 1880, the census shows Ervin (27) and Laura (19) ALDUM living in Bosque County, Texas. With them were their children Arthur age 3; and Alberta age 11 days, born in May.
Children of Erwin and Laura (MUSSELMA) ALTOM:
5-1. Arthur ALTOM, born Apr 1876 or 27 Feb 1878.
Arthur married Beulah E. GRANGER.
(See #5-1 following)
5-2. Alberta ALTOM, born May 1880, Bosque County, Texas.
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#5-1
Arthur Altom
of
Los Angeles County, California
Arthur ALTOM , born Apr 1876 or 27 Feb 1878, Texas, son of Erwin and Laura (MUSSELMA) ALTOM. He died 4 Sep 1965, Los Angeles, California.
Arthur married Beulah E. GRANGER. She was born 23 Aug 1877, Iowa. She died 6 Apr 1850, Los Angeles, California. Her mother's maiden name was DONER.
On 14 Jun 1900, the census shows Arthur ALTOM age 24 living at 712 Washington Avenue, Arkansas City, Cowley County, Kansas. Arthur was a barber. He was renting his home.
On 1 Apr 1930, the census shows Arthur A. (52) and Beulah E. (52) ALTOM living in Los Angeles, California. With them were their son Ervin N. age 28; born in Kansas and his wife Gladys L. age 29, born in California. They also had two people living with them, Frank and Gladys C. MAYER. They were Jewish and in the movie industry. Arthur worked with an oil company. He was renting his house at $300.00 a month. They owned a radio. Ervin was a chauffer for a private family. Gladys was a cook for a private family.
Children of Arthur and Beulah E. (GRANGER) ALTOM:
5-1-1. Ervin Nelson ALTOM, born 14 Oct 1901, Kansas, son of Arthur and Beulah E. (GRANGER) ALTOM.
Ervin married Gladys Louise SPROUSE. She was born 11 Jul 1902, California. She died 19 Jul 1992, Orange County, California. Her mother's maiden name was LILLARD.
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Genealogical Sources
***United States Federal Census Records (Note: All census records are recorded as they are, including misspelled names and wrong ages and dates, in order to keep each record accurate.).
***Social Security Records of the United States.
***Birth Records of the State of Illinois.
***Birth Records of the State of Texas.
***Illinois Statewide Marriage Index, 1763-1900.
***Marriage Records of the State of Texas.
***Illinois Statewide Death Index, pre-1916.
***Database of Illinois Death Certificates, 1916-1950.
***Death Records of the State of Texas.
***Death Records of the State of California.
***Land Records of the State of Illinois.
***Land Records of Marion County, Illinois.
***World War I Draft Registration Cards.
***Cemetery and Grave Stone Records of Marion County, Illinois.
***Cemetery and Grave Stone Records of Cooke County, Texas.
***The Kinmundy Express, Kinmundy, Illinois.
***Gainesville Daily Register, Gainesville, Texas.
***Marion County Democrat, Salem, Illinois.
***Centralia Sentinel, Centralia, Illinois.
***The Kinmundy Express, Gleanings from the Kinmundy Express, Compiled, transcribed, and printed by Dolores Ford Mobley.
***Centralia Sentinel, Centralia, Illinois.
***Footprints in Marion County, Illinois, Publication of the Marion County Genealogical & Historical Society. Vol 2, #1 (Spring 1977).
***Mrs. Bill Epperson, 34 Ridge St., Centralia, provided the actual diary kept by her great-grandfather while he was in prison.
***Mrs. Lora Altom of Patoka, a daughter-in-law, provided the obituary printed in the Patoka newspaper in 1898 and her son, Robert of Roselle, Illinois.
***First Hand Knowledge.
***Correspondence with Karen Morgan Palmer, descendent of the Altoms. Jazloo@cs.com .
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Compiled by
(Great-Great-Nephew of James B. and Arthena Bell (Bassett) Altum)
Stephen P. H. Frakes
321 South Franklin Street
Salem, Illinois 62881-2120
stephenfrakes@yahoo.com
Updated:
2 March 2015
Copyright © 2004-2015 stephenfrakes All rights reserved.
The
Civil War Diary
of
Jesse Altom
of
Patoka
Marion County, Illinois
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The Centralia Sentinel
Centralia, Illinois
Marion County Prisoner of Rebels
Kept Diary in Andersonville Prison
by C.A. Frazer
EDITOR'S NOTE - The Sentinel is indebted to members of the Altom family for this unusual account of life in Andersonville Prison during nine months of the Civil War. Mrs. Bill Epperson, 34 Ridge St., Centralia, provided the actual diary kept by her great-grandfather while he was in prison. Mrs. Lora Altom of Patoka, a daughter-in-law, provided the obituary printed in the Patoka newspaper in 1898 and her son, Robert of Roselle, Illinois, provided additional details.
Jesse Altom, the hero of this true story, was born Feb. 1, 1840, in Fayette County. The family moved to "the old homestead about 4 1/2 miles east of Patoka, after known as the R. S. Caldwell farm" and in 1861 he married Sarah Jackson.
On Aug. 9, 1862 he and other Patoka young men enlisted under Capt. Abner S. Gray and in due course were fighting in Kentucky and Tennessee. He took part in the battle of Lookout Mountain.
Altom was captured while serving under Gen. James B. McPherson, who was killed that same day, as the division was moving on Atlanta.
Finally released from prison, Altom served out the remainder of the war and on his return to Patoka opened a general store. He died July 22, 1898, at the age of 58.
Ninety-seven years ago today Jesse Altom of Patoka made his fourth attempt, with Confederate blessings, to leave Andersonville Prison and return to the Union lines. Like the preceeding three attempts, it ended in his return to prison.
An entirely new slant to life in the Confederate Prison, made infamous by post-Civil War authors of best sellers, is contained in the diary Jesse Altom kept while in prison. He finally made it to the Union lines, at Jacksonville, Fla., on April 28.
Dates and Movements
Unlike another Civil War soldier from the Patoka area, William A. Smith, whose letters home were the subject of a series of articles in The Sentinel last fall, Altom's diary entries were terse and largely without color, a log of dates and movements. His little leather-covered notebook, well preserved except for the cover, packs nine months of imprisonment into a dozen pages. He devotes as much space to a prison commander's order regulating prison sutler and a Confederate general's edict concerning prison riots as he does to his own predicament.
Altom gives almost a comic opera picture of the prison as a place where everone, including the guards, were trying to get the prisoner out instead of keeping them in captivity. "Capt. Wirz came to the prison and said if he couldn't deliver us to the Yankees at one place we would keep going until we found a Union commander who would exchange us," said Altom in his entry of April 2, 1865. The captain must have given it up as a bad job in spite of his brave words, because the long line of prisoners was back at Andersonville on April 13th.
Tells of His Capture
Altom-the diary does not give his rank or company - was most laconic about his capture. "The 111th was supporting a line of skirmishers on the 22nd day of July, 1864, about one mile east of Atlanta, Ga., when the Rebel foe charged us, capturing 85 of our regiment."
"We were marched five miles to the east, where we were guarded until the morning of the 25th and then started marching toward Griffin, Ga. On the 27th we were put on the cars and sent down to Macon, and then run over to Andersonville Prison."
The town of Andersonville, Ga., is a few miles north of Americus and about 25 miles southeast of Columbus. It now has a population of about 200 and is dwarfed by the national cemetery there which contains the graves of some 13,000 soldiers, most of whom died in the prison.
Almost immediately the Confederates started efforts to arrange an exchange of prisoners with the Yankees. the next entry in diary relates:
Arrange Prisoner Exchange
"On the 19th of September I left the prison and went for Sherman's lines for a special exchange but was sadly disappointed when we were turned back for prison. On the 24th we were lodged in the stockade at Macon, on the 25th we started for Savannah on the train and arrived there to join about 5,000 other prisoners. On the 12th of October we went on the cars to Millen, arriving after dark. I saw a prisoner shot dead for leaving the ranks to get some boards to make him a shanty."
Altom does not specifically say he was returned to Andersonville after this first attempt at prisoner exchange, however he mentions experiencing the first heavy frost on October 22 and reports the deaths of several companions (?illigible) ,James McCourtney,(?illigible)and R. M. Lambert.
His second try for release started November 21.
Raw Corn for Rations
"Two thousand of us left the prison and went to Savannah, changed cars and started for Blackshear. We arrived the night of the 25th. All we had for rations from Savannah was one quart of raw corn."
"On the first day of December 1,000 prisoners were called from our camp and paroled and taken out for exchange."
Apparently Altom was not one of the lucky one thousand because the next entry says:
"On the 5th, 1,600 of us left Blackshear for Thomasville where we took up camp in the piney woods. On the 19th we left Thomasville and marched towards Albany. We arrived on the 22nd and were put on the cars for Andersonville, where we landed on the 23rd."
Rebels Recruit in Prison
At this point in his diary Altom tells of the efforts made by Confederate officers to recruit prisoners into their army.
"January 23rd the recruiting officer came to our camp and took out 195 recruits for the Rebel Army and among those who left were Henry Clay, William Perdew, and J. W. Johnson. On the 28th he came back again and added about 200 to the Rebel Army, including about 50 of the 17th Iowa regiment."
By this time the Rebels perhaps could see the eventual outcome of the war because the diary mentions several instances of Confederate softness.
"On March 17, Col. Gibbs,commander of the prison, rode through our camp and told us not to be uneasy about an exchange because it would reach us, certainly within about three weeks. He showed us he was unarmed, which was an uncommon thing for a Rebel to come in the prison without his revolver."
The prisoner exchange started the next day, as Altom reported 960 prisoners boarded the cars for Jacksonville, Miss. March 24 another 800 left for Union lines of which 800 Altom said "135 had bought their way out. The first paid $20 and the last only $3 and finally down as low as 3 for $1"
Again Signs Parole
The Patoka Man's third try for exchange started March 27 when he and a fellow prisoner, W. B. Jones, signed the parole and headed for the railroad station. "We were marched back to camp however on account of some accident on the railroad, unknown to us."
"On the 29th we learned that the delay was caused by a small raiding party of Yanks on the railroad below Columbus, Ga."
A few days later the fortunes of war apparently had turned hard against the Confederacy because on April 2, 1865 Capt. Wirz arrived at the prison, entered the compound unarmed, and called for the division sergeant. "He told us we would be exchanged at Jacksonville, Fla. He said the Yankees wouldn't let any more of us get to Vicksburg and if he couldn't deliver us at one point we would try another as we were bound to be exchanged someplace."
Head for Union Lines
The Rebels put 4,000 prisoners under parole April 3, and lodged them in the stockade. The next morning they "took 1,100 of us, put us on the cars and we landed at Albany, 40 miles away. We marched three miles and camped."
The next day, Altom's diary records, the prisoners and their guards left camp at daybreak and marched 18 miles, much of the time wading slough with water up to their hips. "Little did we care for mud or water while going for an exchange."
The role of prisoner and guard must have ended with signing of the paroles, because Altom notes that "the next night S. Paleston and I went out in the country and paid $3 per dozen for eggs." He does not mention where Union soldiers who had been in prison for months, got $3.
Prisoner Spirits High
There was a noticeable lift in spirits as this trip wore on. His words are almost gay as he tells of leaving camp when the sun was about an hour high and that the column marched as fast as the puny and lame could travel. He is sensitive to the wonders of spring, mentioning rye in full bloom, corn large enough to plow, oak leaves that are green and, a good old country expression, "peaches as large as bluebird eggs."
The march ended April 9 in camp near Thomasville, made during a heavy rain. The next morning was a dreary one. Along with the mud and discomfort of a soldier's wet bivouac was the news they would have to return to Andersonville. "Our government will not receive us until the 19th. It was sad news, indeed."
Back to Andersonville
Travelling on short rations of bacon and hard bread the weary line of prisoners retraced the route to Albany and back on the cars for prison which by this time must have seemed like home.
At this point in Altom's narrative the situation becomes confused. "I was then detailed as wardmaster in the general hospital. I had 40 patients and 7 nurses."
Rebel Guards Demoralized
Rumor of a large Yankee raiding party apparently demoralized the Rebels. "on the evening of the 17th the prisoners in the stockade were removed on the double quick for fear of a raid. On the morning of the 18th the Rebs chopped and broke up all of their artillery. Rebs were going in every direction toward the swamps, the worst demoralized set of men I ever saw in my life."
Jesse Altom signed his last parole April 18, took the cars for Albany and the 19th found him with 50 other ex-prisoners, marching without guards, at the head of a long column of prisoners, walking the familiar route to Thomasville where they boarded the cars again for Live Oak, Fla. He mentions that a boy from the 16th Illinois Infantry fell off the train and was killed on this trip.
The next day the column moved on to Lake City, Fla.. Apparently the prisoners had complete liberty as Altom mentions he and Davey went into the Florida swamps and some of the boys killed an alligator nearly 7 1/2 feet in length.
Met Union Soldiers April 28
At dusk on April 28 the column was met by Union soldiers on the outskirts of Jacksonville and "It was the happiest time of my life when they received us with open hearts and open arms. We got rations of all kinds, with whiskey and tobacco thrown in to boot."
So ends the Altom diary except for excerpts from a general order issued by the commander of prisons regarding riots and escape attempts among prisoners and which stated:
"The brigadier general commanding directs that all prisoners of war who conduct thenmselves in orderly manner shall be treated with that humanity becoming the Christian people of the Confederate States who, notwithstanding the barbaric atrocities inflicted upon them by a cruel and merciless foe, have not yet learned to formers under this control. Signed, Brig. Gen. J. D. Imboden."
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(Great-Great-Nephew of James B. and Arthena Bell (Bassett) Altum)
Stephen P. H. Frakes
321 South Franklin Street
Salem, Illinois 62881-2120
stephenfrakes@yahoo.com
© 2004-2007 stephenfrakes
Spencer Stephen Altum
Cooke County, Texas
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Surnames in Chapter 4:
Altom, Altum, Bassett, Caldwell, Harrell, Nichols, Parks.
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Spencer Stephen Altum
of
Cooke County, Texas
Spencer Stephen ALTUM, born 8 Jul 1821, Clinton County, Illinois, son of James Bulger and Sarah (NICHOLS) ALTOM (See Chapter 1). Spencer died 17 Mar 1882, Cross Timbers, Cooke County, Texas. Burial in Dye Cemetery, Cooke County, Texas.
Spencer married 1st Melvina "Vina" PARKS circa 1845, Missouri. She was born 26 Jan 1821, Missouri. Melvina died 25 Apr 1853, Franklin County, Missouri. She is buried in Valentine-Miller Cemetery, T42N, R3W, Franklin County, Missouri. It is located 3 miles south of Leslie on H-CC, east on Peters Ford Road to farm at end of road.
Spencer married 2nd Hannah HARRELL circa 1852, Franklin County, Missouri. She was born 13 Nov 1816, Ohio. Hannah died 7 Sep 1883, Cooke County, Texas. Burial in Dye Cemetery, Cooke County, Texas.
On 9 Sep 1850, the census shows Spencer (35) and Vina (27) ALTUM living in District 31, Franklin County, Missouri. He was said to have been born in Illinois. Vina wa said to have been born in Missouri. Spencer was a farmer. Their real estate was valued at $600. With them were: John ALTUM age 4, born MO; and Lucinda ALTUM age 3, born MO. Also living with them was, Elias PARKS age 18, born MO.
In 1859, they moved back to Marion County, Illinois, settling in Foster Township. They lived 5 miles east of Patoka on the Salem-Vandalia Road in Foster Township.
On 30 Jul 1870, the census shows Stephen (48) and Hannah (53) ALTOM living in Tonti Township, Marion County, Illinois. Both said to have been born in Illinois. Stephen was a farmer. Their real estate was valued at $8,000. Their personal property was valued at $1,000. With them were: James ALTOM age 19, born IL; and Serena ALTOM age 16, born IL. Also with them was George TURNER age 20, born in Missouri.
In 1876, the spring, Spencer and Hannah, along withson Jack and family, and son James B. and family, and daughter Serena and family, set out for Texas.
On 1 Apr 1876, they arrived in Sherman, Grayson County, Texas. From there they took wagons to Stephens County, Texas.
In Aug 1876, they moved from Stephen's County to Cooke County, Texas. There they settled at Cross-timbers, which was later called the Dye Community, near Woodbine.
Jack and Jim ALTUM had a merchantile business in Woodbine. When the railroad went through Gainesville instead of Woodbine, the town declined as did their business.
On 17 Jun 1880, the census shows S. (58) and H. (65) AULTUM living in Precinct 1, Cooke County, Texas. Spencer was said to have been born in Illinois, his father in Georgia and his mother in Virginia. Hannah was said to have been born in Ohio, and her parents in Pennsylvania. Spencer was a minister. With them were their grandchildren: John CALDWELL age 9, born in Illinois; R. CALDWELL age 7, born in Illinois; E. CALDWELL age 5, born Illinois; and Eva CALDWELL age 3, born in Texas. Also with them was their son and daughter-in-law J. P. (34) and Mary (34) ALTUM. J.P. was said to have been born in Missouri, his father in Illinois and his mother in Kentucky. Mary and her parents were said to have been born in Ohio. J. P. was a Physician. Also with them was their widowed daughter S. CALDWELL age 27, born in Missouri. Their neighbors were The SCOTTS.
Spencer was a preacher for the Church of Christ while living in Texas.
Children of Spencer Stephen and Melvina (PARKS) ALTUM:
1. Dr. John P. "Jack" ALTUM, born 7 Feb 1846, Missouri.
Jack married Mary ___?___.
(See #1 following)
2. Lucinda "Lucy" ALTUM, born 24 Sep 1847, Franklin County, Missouri, daughter of Spencer Stephen and Melvina (PARKS) ALTUM. Lucy died 15 Jul 1851, Franklin County, Missouri. She is buried in Valentine-Miller Cemetery next to her mother.
3. James B. ALTUM, born 8 Dec 1850, Franklin County, Missouri.
James married Arthena Bell BASSETT.
(See Chapter 7)
Daughter of Spencer Stephen and Hannah (HARRELL) ALTUM:
4. Serena ALTOM, born 1853/54, Franklin County, Missouri.
Serena married Fenton G. CALDWELL.
(See #4 following)
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#1
Dr. John P.Altum
of
Cooke County, Texas
John P. "Jack" ALTUM , born 7 Feb 1846, Missouri, son of Spencer Stephen and Melvina (PARKS) ALTUM. Dr. Altum died 4 Jan 1890, Cooke County, Texas. Burial in Dye Cemetery, Cooke County, Texas.
Dr. Altum married Mary ___?___. She was born 13 Jun 1845. Mary died 30 Mar 1921. Burial in Dye Cemetery, Cooke County, Texas.
On 30 Jul 1870, the census shows John (23) and Mary (23) ALTOM living in Tonti Township, Marion County, Illinois. Both said to have been born in Missouri. John was a farmer. Their personal property was valued at $500. With them was, William ALTOM age 3, born in Illinois. (Note: They lived next to H. (26) and Sarah (21) CALDWELL and Stephen (48) and Hannah (35) ALTOM.)
On 2 Jun 1900, the census shows the widowed Mary ALTUM age 55 living in Precinct 7, Cooke County, Texas. She was a housekeeper in the household of the Rad and Lula WARE Family.
Son of John P. and Mary (___?___) ALTUM:
1-1. William ALTUM, born 1866/67, Marion County, Illinois.
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#4
Serna Altom
Caldwell
of
Foster Township, Marion County, Illinois
Serna ALTOM, born 1853/54, Franklin County, Missouri. She died 1919/20 and is buried in Dye Cemetery, Cooke County, Texas. She was 66 years old.
Serena married Fenton G. CALDWELL. He was born 1841/42, Missouri, son of John Sutten and Lucinda (CALDWELL) CALDWELL (See Caldwell Family Chapter 1, #3). Fenton died Aug 1877, Cooke County, Texas, at the age of 35. Buried in Dye Cemetery.
On 23 Jun 1870, the census show Fenton COLWELL age 24, born in Missouri, living in Foster Township, Marion County, Illinois, in the household of Thomas and Mary FOSTER. He was a farm laborer.
Children of Fenton G. and Serena (ALTOM) CALDWELL:
4-1. John CALDWELL, born 1870/71, Marion County, Illinois.
4-2. R. CALDWELL, born 1872/73, Marion County, Illinois.
4-3. E. CALDWELL, born 1874/75, Marion County, Illinois.
4-4. Eva CALDWELL, born 1877, Texas.
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Genealogical Sources
***United States Federal Census Records (Note: All census records are recorded as they are, including misspelled names and wrong ages and dates, in order to keep each record accurate.).
***Social Security Records of the United States.
***Birth Records of the State of Illinois.
***Birth Records of the State of Texas.
***Marriage Records of the State of Illinois.
***Marriage Records of the State of Texas.
***Death Records of the State of Texas.
***Death Records of the State of California.
***Land Records of the State of Illinois.
***Land Records of Marion County, Illinois.
***Cemetery and Grave Stone Records of Marion County, Illinois.
***Cemetery and Grave Stone Records of Cooke County, Texas.
***The Kinmundy Express, Kinmundy, Illinois.
***Gainesville Daily Register, Gainesville, Texas.
***Marion County Democrat, Salem, Illinois.
***Centralia Sentinel, Centralia, Illinois.
***The Kinmundy Express, Gleanings from the Kinmundy Express, Compiled, transcribed, and printed by Dolores Ford Mobley.
***Centralia Sentinel, Centralia, Illinois.
***Footprints in Marion County, Illinois, Publication of the Marion County Genealogical & Historical Society. Vol 2, #1 (Spring 1977).
***First Hand Knowledge.
***Correspondence with Karen Morgan Palmer, descendent of the Altoms. Jazloo@cs.com .
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Compiled by
(Great-Great-Nephew of James B. and Arthena Bell (Bassett) Altum)
Stephen P. H. Frakes
321 South Franklin Street
Salem, Illinois 62881-2120
stephenfrakes@yahoo.com
Updated:
12 August 2011
Copyright © 2004-2011 stephenfrakes All rights reserved.
Lucy Mae Altom
Morris
Clinton County, Illinois
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Surnames in Chapter 5:
Altom, Altum, Gilley, Henshaw, Jimmerson, Miller, Morris, Nichols, Rimmer.
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Lucy Mae Altom
Morris
of
East Fork Township, Clinton County, Illinois
Lucy Mae ALTOM , born 10 Nov 1825, East Fork Township, Clinton County, Illinois, daughter of James Bulger and Sarah (NICHOLS) ALTOM (See Chapter 1). Lucy died 2 Jan 1859, East Fork Township, Clinton County, Illinois. She is buried in Old Carrter Cemetery in East Fork.
Lucy married William MORRIS 9 Sep 1841, Franklin County, Missouri. He was born circa 1818, Georgia, son of Thomas and Elizabeth (WHALEY) MORRIS. William died 24 Oct 1889, Clinton County, Illinois. He is buried in Old Carter Cemetery. (The Morris Family Genealogy is under The Whaley Sisters.)
William married 2nd Mary GILLEY 31 Jul 1859, Clinton County, Illinois. She was born 1814/15, Tennessee. She died 9 Sep 1861. She is buried in Old Carter Cemetery.
William married 3rd Nancy W. (NICHOLS)(JACKSON) HENSHAW . She was born 1822/23, Tennessee.
On 10 Oct 1850, the census shows William (28) and Lucy (25) MORRIS living in Clinton County, Illinois. He was said to have been born in Georgia and Lucy in Illinois. William was a Farmer. Their real estate was valued at $700. With them were: Fanny Jane MORRIS age 6, born IL; James MORRIS age 4, born IL; and Mary MORRIS age 5 months, born IL.
On 15 Jun 1860, the census shows William (40) and Mary (45) MORRIS living in Clinton County, Illinois. Carlyle Post Office. William was a Farmer. Their real estate was valued at $2,500 and property valued at $1,000. With them were: Fanny MORRIS age 17, born IL; Mary MORRIS age 10, born IL; Thomas MORRIS age 8, born IL; and Robert MORRIS age 4, born IL. Also with them was William's nephew by his first wife, Jesse ALTOM age 21, born IL; Laborer.
On 13 Jul 1870, the census shows William (52) and Nancy (47) MORRIS living in East Fork Township, Clinton County, Illinois. William was said to have been born in Georgia. Nancy was said to have been born in Tennessee. William was a Farmer. Their real estate was valued at $7,300 and property valued at $1,600. With them were: Thomas MORRIS age 18, born IL; and Robert MORRIS age 13, born IL; Lucy MORRIS age 7, born IL; Mandy HENSHAW age 15, born IL; Henry HENSHAW age 16, born IL; and Nancy HENSHAW age 8, born IL. The school teacher was also living with them, Sarah WATTS age 38, from Ohio.
On 15 Jun 1880, the census shows William (61) and W. Nancy (57) MORRIS living in East Fork Township, Clinton County, Illinois. William was said to have been born in Georgia, and his parents were said to have been born in Georgia. Nancy was said to have been born in Tennessee, her parents in Virginia. William was a Farmer. With them were their children: Robert MORRIS age 23, born IL; and E. Lucy MORRIS age age 17, born IL. Also living with them was a newphew, A. John SMITH age 10, born Illinois, father in North Carolina and his mother in Illinois.
East Fork Township was called Morris Township until it was officially named East Fork in 1881.
Children of William and Lucy Mae (ALTOM) MORRIS:
1. Fanny Jane MORRIS, born 1844, Clinton County, Illinois.
2. James MORRIS, born 16 Jan 1846, Clinton County, Illinois. James died 9 Dec 1853. Buried in Old Carter Cemetery, East Fork Township, Clinton County, Illinois.
3. Mary MORRIS, born 4 Jan 1850, Clinton County, Illinois. Mary died 7 Jan 1872, East Fork Township, Clinton County, Illinois. Burial in Old Carrter Cemetery, East Fork Township, Clinton County, Illinois.
Mary married Jospeh JIMERSON.
4. Thomas MORRIS, born 1851/52, Clinton County, Illinos.
Thomas married Eliza PRITCHER 11 Apr 1873, Clinton County, Illinois.
5. child MORRIS.
6. Robert MORRIS, born Sep 1856, Clinton County, Illinois.
Robert marrie Mary E. RIMMER.
(See #6 following)
Son of William and Mary (GILLEY) MORRIS:
7. Jesse MORRIS, born 27 Jan 1860, Clinton County, Illinois. Jesse died 7 Feb 1867. Burial in Old Carrter Cemetery, East Fork Township, Clinton County, Illinois.
Daughter of William and Nancy W. (NICHOLS)(JACKSON) (HENSHAW) MORRIS:
8. Lucy MORRIS, born 1862/63, Clinton County, Illinois.
Lucy married John W. MILLER 27 Mar 1892, Clinton County, Illinois.
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#6
Robert Morris
of
Patoka, Marion County, Illinois
Robert "Rob" MORRIS, born Sep 1856, Clinton County, Illinois.
Robert marrie Mary E. RIMMER 2 April 1885, Clinton County, Illinois. She was born Dec 1862, Illinois.
On 4 Jun 1900, the census shows Rob (44) and Mary (37) MORRIS Living in Patoka, Marion County, Illinois. Rob was born Sep 1856, Illinois. His father was said to have been born in Tennessee and his mother in Illinois. Mary was born Dec 1862, Illinois. Her parents were also said to have been born in Illinois. Rob was a day laborer. They were renting their home. They had been married 15 years. Mary had given birth to 2 children with 1 living. With them was their daughter, Lucy MORRIS age 14, born May 1884, Illinois.
On 28 Apr 1910, the census shows Robert (54) and Mary E. (48) MORRIS living in Patoka, Marion County, Illinois. Robert was born in Illinois. His father was said to have been born in Georgia and his mother in Missouri. Mary was born in Illinois. Her parents were also said to have been born in Illinois. Robert was a farm laborer. They were living in the household of F. H. (33) and Mary (28) HAETH.
Children of Robert and Mary E. (RIMMER) MORRIS:
6-1. Lucy MORRIS, born May 1884, Illinois.
6-2. child MORRIS, died young.
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Genealogical Sources
***United States Federal Census Records (Note: All census records are recorded as they are, including misspelled names and wrong ages and dates, in order to keep each record accurate.).
***Social Security Records of the United States.
***Birth Records of the State of Illinois.
***Marriage Records of the State of Illinois.
***Death Records of the State of Illinois.
***Cemetery and Grave Stone Records of Marion County, Illinois.
***Footprints in Marion County, Illinois, Publication of the Marion County Genealogical & Historical Society. Vol 2, #1 (Spring 1977).
***Correspondence with Karen Morgan Palmer, descendent of the Altoms. Jazloo@cs.com .
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Compiled by
(Great-Great-Nephew of James B. and Arthena Bell (Bassett) Altum)
Stephen P. H. Frakes
321 South Franklin Street
Salem, Illinois 62881-2120
stephenfrakes@yahoo.com
Updated:
25 May 2013
Copyright © 2004-2013 stephenfrakes All rights reserved.
James Bulger Altom
Clinton County, Illinois
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Surnames in Chapter 6:
Altom, Altum, Cochran, Nichols, Ware.
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Nancy Altum Ware
of
Cooke County, Texas
Nancy ALTUM , born Jan 1819, East Fork Township, Clinton County, Illinois, daughter of James Bulger and Sarah (NICHOLS) ALTOM (See Chapter 1). Nancy died Mar 1901. She is buried in Oak Grove Cemetery, Woodbine Community, Cooke County, Texas.
Nancy married John WARE 1 Jul 1841, Franklin County, Missouri. He was born circa 1818, Missouri. He died 1863.
On 29 Jun 1860, the census shows John (45) and Nancy (35) WEIR living in Cooke County, Texas. With them were their children James age 15; Elijah age 9; Patrick age 5; Spencer age 3; and Radford age 3 months. His real estate was valued at $3,000.00. His personal property was valued at $1,630.00.
On 22 Nov 1870, the census shows the widowed Nancy WARE age 45, living in Cooke County, Texas. With her were her children Elijah age 20; Patrick age 15; Spencer age 12; Radford age 9; and John age 7. Their real esate was valued at $2,440.00. Their personal property was valued at $1,781.00.
On 1880, the census shows Nancy WARE age 55, living in Cooke County, Texas. With her were her children Spencer age 23; Mary age 21; Rad 20; and John 17. Also living with them was a hired hand George LANCH age 27.
Children of John and Nancy (ALTOM) WARE:
8-1. Lucinda WARE, born 10 Apr 1843. She died 1843.
8-2. James WARE, born 1 Jan 1845, Franklin County, Missouri. He died 3 Dec 1880, Cooke County, Texas. He is buried in Oak Grove Cemetery, Cooke County, Texas.
James married Gabriela COCHRAN 15 Apr 1866, Cooke County, Texas.
8-3. child WARE, born 5 Jan 1848, Franklin County, Missouri. Died 1848.
8-4. William WARE, born 15 Dec 1846, Franklin County, Missouri. He died before 1850 census.
8-5. Elijah WARE, born 25 Mar 1850, Franklin County, Missouri. He died 8 May 1884.
8-6. Henry Patrick WARE, born 3 Feb 1856, Franklin County, Missouri. He died 10 May 1890.
8-7. Spencer WARE, born 3 Feb 1856, Cooke County, Texas. He died 10 May 1890.
8-8. Radford WARE, born 1 Mar 1860, Cooke County, Texas. He died 27 May 1926.
8-9. John WARE, born 7 May 1863, Cooke County, Texas. He died 31 May 1943.
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Genealogical Sources
***United States Census Records.
***Social Security Records of the United States.
***Birth Records of the State of Illinois.
***Birth Records of the State of Texas.
***Marriage Records of the State of Illinois.
***Marriage Records of the State of Texas.
***Death Records of the State of Illinois.
***Death Records of the State of Texas.
***Death Records of the State of California.
***Land Records of the State of Illinois.
***Land Records of Marion County, Illinois.
***Cemetery and Grave Stone Records of Marion County, Illinois.
***Cemetery and Grave Stone Records of Cooke County, Texas.
***The Kinmundy Express, Kinmundy, Illinois.
***Gainesville Daily Register, Gainesville, Texas.
***Marion County Democrat, Salem, Illinois.
***Centralia Sentinel, Centralia, Illinois.
***The Kinmundy Express, Gleanings from the Kinmundy Express, Compiled, transcribed, and printed by Dolores Ford Mobley.
***Centralia Sentinel, Centralia, Illinois.
***Footprints in Marion County, Illinois, Publication of the Marion County Genealogical & Historical Society. Vol 2, #1 (Spring 1977).
***First Hand Knowledge.
***Correspondence with Karen Morgan Palmer, descendent of the Altoms. Jazloo@cs.com .
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Compiled by
(Great-Great-Nephew of James B. and Arthena Bell (Bassett) Altum)
Stephen P. H. Frakes
321 South Franklin Street
Salem, Illinois 62881-2120
stephenfrakes@yahoo.com
Updated:
14 April 2007
Copyright © 2004-2007 stephenfrakes All rights reserved.
James B. Altum
Cooke County, Texas
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Surnames in Chapter 7:
Allen, Altom, Altum, Anderson, Arnold, Baird, Bassett, Biffle, Biles, Blevins, Bond, Britton, Brock, Buchanon, Burcham, Bush, Byers, Caldwell, Carlton, Chaney, Chilton, Cooter, Cope, Cryer, Davis, Decker, Dixon, Dodd, Dunn, Dyer, Edwards, Elam, Eklins, Fain, Fortin, Garrison, Gentry, Gessell, Gilligan, Green, Gregory, Guartney, Hall, Harrell, Harris, Herlocker, Hitchcock, Hiton, Hoedebeck, Hood, Hoover, Keeling, Kidd, Kirk, Kitchens, Kreager, Kroll, Lance, Lawhon, Ledford, Leverette, Looper, Low, Magness, Mann, Mason, McBeth, McBride, Minyard, Morgan, Morris, Mortan, Muncrief, Nichols, Oldenburg, Olivier, Ortiz, Padgitt, Painter, Palmer, Parks, Payne, Pharis, Pierce, Plumlee, Pope, Ray, Reynolds, Rice, Scott, Simons, Shelton, Sorrenson, Sowell, Spann, Speck, Stevenson, Stewart, Stilley, Sims, Smithey, Stice, Sutton, Tate, Thomason, Vick, Waggoner, Walkey, Weeks, White, Willis, Word.
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James B.Altum
of
Cooke County, Texas
and
Marshall County, Oklahoma
James B. ALTUM , born 8 Dec 1850, Franklin County, Missouri, son of Spencer Stephen and Melvina (PARKS) ALTOM/ALTUM. Jim died 12 Dec 1902, Oakland, Indian Territory (now Marshall County, Oklahoma). Jim died of heart failure. James is buried at the Oakland Cemetery, Oakland , Marshall County Oklahoma.
James married Arthena Bell BASSETT 27 Sep 1874, Patoka, Marion County, Illinois. She was born 16 Oct 1857, Jackson County, Indiana, daughter of Harvey Foster and Sarah (CHILTON) BASSETT (See Bassett Family, Chapter 8). Bell died 1 Dec 1918, the Mossville area, Cooke County, Texas. Buried in Red River Cemetery, Cooke County, Texas. Bell's grandparents were, Elisha, Jr. and Elizabeth (FOSTER) BASSETT, and Charles Thomas and ___?___ CHILTON.
Bell married 2nd Alexander H. "Alex" SCOTT 9 Oct 1907, Chickasaw Nation, Oklahoma. Alex wasborn 8 Feb 1849, son of James M. and Sarah (CANE) SCOTT (James and Sarah are buried in Dye Cemetery, Cooke County, Texas). Alex died 9 Apr 1924. He is buried next to his 1st wife, Fances M. "Frannie" SCOTT in Red River Cemetery, Cooke County, Texas.
Bell was reared on her father's farm in Foster Township, Mrion County, Illinois. She attended the country school there. During the Civil War, her father and her brother, Sid, fought for the Union. Fortunately, they both returned home safely after the war.
Bell was born in a log cabin, but by the time she married, her father had built a saltbox style home, where she lived very comfortably with nice furnishings.
Jim was eight years old when his parnts moved to Foster Township, Marion County, Illinois. The lived about 5 miles east of Patoka on the old stage coach route, the Salem-Vandalia Road. There he attended Chance School and grew to manhood.
After Bell and Jim were married, they lived in Patoka, Marion County, Illinois.
In 1876, the spring following the birth of their first child, they, along with his parents, his sister and brother-in-law (Mr. & Mrs. Fenton CALDWELL), set out for Texas.
On 1 Apr 1876, they arrived in Sherman, Grayson County, Texas. From there they took wagons to Stephens County, Texas.
In Aug 1876, they moved from Stephen's County to Cooke County, Texas. There they settled at Cross-timbers, which was later called the Dye Community, near Woodbine.
Jim and his brother, John "Jack" ALTOM, had a merchantile business in Woodbine. When the railroad went through Gainesville instead of Woodbine, the town declined as did their business.
In Aug 1877, Jim's brother-in-law, Fenton CALDWELL, died at the age of 35.
On 16 Jun 1880, the census shows J. B. (29) and A. B. (22) AULTUM living in Precinct 1, Cooke County, Texas. With them were their children Oliver age 4, born in Illinois; Chas. age 3, born in Illinois; and Lulah age 1, born in Texas. Jim was listed as a farmer.
On 17 Mar 1882, Jim's father, Spencer ALTOM, died at the age of 60.
On 7 Sep 1883, Jim's mother, Hannah ALTOM, died at the age of 67.
On 2 Oct 1883, Bell and Jim's precious little daughter, Lula May ALTUM, died. They were terribly grieved. (Note: This little girl's doll was in the possession of Agnes Altum Elkins and then to her daughter Margaret Elkins Plumlee. A porcelain doll with a beautiful little dress. They kept it in a glass case for show.)
In Jan 1890, Jim's brother, John P. "Jack" ALTOM, died at the age of 44.
Following all of these deaths, they decided to move. They moved to the prairie, near the SCOTT family. There they remained for 7 years. They became very good friends of the SCOTT's. Jim farmed while they lived there.
In Jun 1897, they sold their farm and moved to Indian Territory, locating near Moore, Indian Territory (now Cleveland County, Oklahoma). They were still living there in Mar 1898.
At some point they moved to Oakland (now Marshall County, Oklahoma), as he was in the dairy business there with his son Harvey ALTUM.
On 4 Mar 1898, the Marion County Democrat has on their front page, "Scenes of His Childhood. While alone my mind runs back to my boy-hood days of 40 years ago, when in Old Marion County, for it was about that time I landed there. I lived there abour 19 years. My father, Spencer ALTOM, bought a farm 5 miles east of Patoka, on the road running to Salem. It was there that I lived and passed the happiest days of my life among relatives and friends, going to the Chance school house house to school; but where are now my school-mates of those days? There are but few left to tell the tale. Some sleep beneath the sod to await the final judgement; others have done as I have done, gone to remote places. It was in Marion Count that I took unto myself a wife. September 27th, 1874, I wedded Miss A. B. BASSETT, and in the spring of 1876, in company with my father, brother and brother-in-law, I departed for Texas, leaving behind many friends whom I have nto since seen. We landed in Sherman, Texas on the first day of April and there took wagons for the far west. We located in Stevens county and remained there till August. It being very dry there, we returned to Cook county and settled in Cross-timbers. In August, 1877, my brother-in-law, Fenton G. CALDWELL, died. March 17, 1882, my father departed this life, and on the 7th of September, 1883, my mother, Hannah ALTOM, crossed Jordan's river. January, 1892, my brother, John P. ALTOM, was called hence. And so half of the older ones have crossed the chlly watters of death. After the departure of these dear relatiaves, I sold my little farm in the timber and moved to the prairie and there lived 7 years, forming many new acquaintances and friends. In June, 1897, I sold my property there and moved to Indian Territory, where I now am. Here I find people who formerly lived in the various States of the Union; they are generally poor, and I have found this section the best in the land for such people. We have an abundance of grass, wood and water, and the soil very fertile and productive. It produces well, wheat, oats, corn, cotton, vegetables and melons. One can purchase land here on time payments. I don't meant that one can actually owne lnad here, but in the near future such will be the case. We have a gtood market; Moore isour nearest railrod pont; from it 48,000 bales of cotton will be shipped. It has a flouring mill, electric plant, 2 national banks; population about 4,000, good schools and churches. It had a commodious court house, but it was burned last fall. The jail is large and just now has 90 inmates; hence all are not obeyors of the law. I will be pleased tohear from any of my old Marion County friends. My postoffice address is, Hewitt, Indian Territory. James B. ALTOM."
On 12 Oct 1899, the Salem Republican says, "Mr. and Mrs. James ALTOM, formerly of Marion County, are now located at Woodward, Oklahoma."
In 1900, Jim and Bell took their sentimental journey back to their childhood home of Marion County, Illinois. There they were able to visit Jim's relataives in Patoka adn then to stay at Bell's childhood home with her brother Elmer, his wife, Maggie, thier first child, Gage, as well as her mother, Sarah. It must have been exciting for Bell to see her family again.There were photos taken of this visit. The family photograph includes Jim and Bell (BASSETT) ALTUM; Elmer and Maggie (McWHIRTER) BASSETT and thier son Gage; LaFayette and Illinoi (ARNOLD) BASSETT and their sons Harvey and Clyde; and of course the matriarch of the family, Sarah (CHILTON) BASSETT.
On 27 Jun 1900, the census shows James B. (49) and Arthena B. (42) ALTUM living in Township 5 South, Range 2 West, Chickasaw Nation County, Indian Territory (now Oklahoma). With them was Bell's widowed mother Sarah BASSETT age 64. They lived next to Bell's brother and family, the Ancel Henry BASSETT's. Also living next to their son and family, the Oliver ALTUM's. Jim was listed as a farmer. They were renting their farm.
On 12 Dec 1902, Jim died of heart failure in Oakland, after being in poor health for some time. Bell remained in Oakland, living with her son, Harvey ALTUM, and his family. In the mean time, Mr. Scott's wife also died. When he found out that Jim had died, he called on Bell.
In 1907, Alex called on Bell and on his third calling, they were married in Harvey's home. Her grandchildren hated to see her leave. They lived her so. She was especially close to Agnes.
Bell took the carriage and Alex took a wagon. They loaded all of Bell's things and left for Texas. They moved to Sivells Bend, Cooke County, Texas, near the Red River. It was there that Bell reared Alex's last four sons, William Lee (26 Jan 1884 - 7 Apr 1917), Walter Henry, Lester and Arthur E.. She worked very hard and did every thing for them as if htey were her own sons. The Scott boys grew up loving her very much. Their descendants recall hearing about how wonderful a person she was. Alex's oldest son was Leonard (6 Apr 1881 - 24 Sept 1933).
Alex's parents came from Lawerence, Tennessee, about 45 miles south of Nashville. The Scott family was originally from Scottland. They were sent as political prisoners to America in 1771. When the Civil War broke out, some of hte Scott family sold out and moved to Canada, where some of the family still lives today. The Scotts who remained in Tennessee became Confederate soldiers. They were large land owners and were slave owners. After the war they moved to Cooke County, Texas.
Politically, Jim ALTOM was a Republican, being from a family of northern Republicans. Alex SCOTT was a Democrat. All of Bell's family were Republicans. Her sister-in-law, Illinoi (ARNOLD) BASSETT, was a cousin of President Abraham LINCOLN.
In religlious matters, Bell belonged to the Church of Christ. She was not reared in any denomination, the BASSETT's being from teh old Pilgrim Church, and the only church services in the area were Methodist-Episcopal. Bell was reared with strong morals. She was a very good person and was loved by everyone who came into contact with her. Her children, brothers, friends and neighbors all loved her. She spread a little sunshine to everyone she met.
On 18 Apr 1910, the census shows A. Harry (60) and Bell (52) SCOTT living in Precinct 1, Cooke County, Texas. With them were Alex's sons Walter age 20; Lester age 17; and Arthur age 13. All the boys were born in Texas. Alex was born in Tennessee. Bell was said to have been born in Indiana. The census said that Bell had given birth to 3 children with only 1 living at time of census. Alex and Bell had been married for 2 years.
In 1913, Bell's niece died, she took her niece's youngest daughter, Amy HAFFORD, and reared her until she was able to attend school. Amy was the granddaughter of Algernon Sidney BASSETT.
In 1918, Bell, who was ill at the time, went to see her son, Harvey, who was also very ill. She came home from the trip even more ill. About three days later she recieved the news that Harvey had died. She got out of bed and went outside and made a wreath for Harvey's funeral. She then went back inside to bed and died a few days later.
Even though Aunt Bell died years before I was born, I feel like I know her from stories of those who did know her. I have heard nothing but praise for her; how she cared for others, putting everyone before herself; how she cared for her home and her flowrs. She must have been a truly great lady.
Aunt Bell's Obituary in the Gainesville Newspaper, "MRS.BELLE SCOTT DIES IN MOSSVILLE COMMUNITY. Mrs. Belle SCOTT, aged 62, wife of A. H. SCOTT. residing near Mossville, this county, died at the family home Sunday afternoon. Mrs. SCOTT was a most excellent woman and highly esteemed, her family being one of the most prominent in the community. Funeral services were held this afternoon at 4 o'clock, under direction of Geo. J. CARROLL of this city. Mon. 2 Dec. 1918." I don't have the date of the newspaper clipping.
Red River Cemetery is located on private property in the north-central part of Cooke County. From Hwy 82, it is 7 1/2 miles north on FM 1201, then east 1/2 mile. The cemetery is about 400 yds. on the right.
(See Bassett Genealogy, Chapter 12, in files section of Sandy Branch Yahoo Group, http://groups.yahoo.com/group/sandybranch/)
Children of James B. and Arthena Bell (BASSETT) ALTOM/ALTUM:
1. Oliver Harvey ALTUM, born 20 Jul 1875, Patoka, Marion County, Illinois.
Harvey married Lora Bell STICE.
(See #1 following)
2. Lula May ALTUM, born 26 Nov 1876, Dye Community , Cooke County, Texas. She died 2 Oct 1883. She was a sweet little girl and greatly mourned by her mother. Burial in the Dye Cemetery next to her grandparents Spencer and Hannah ALTUM. The Dye Cemetery, is located southeast of Gainesville on CR 219.
3. Charles Alvie ALTUM, born 21 Feb 1877, Cooke County, Texas.
Charlie married Nannie Liza HARRELL.
(See #3 following)
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#1
Oliver Harvey Altum
of
Cooke County, Texas
Oliver Harvey ALTUM, born 20 Jul 1875, Patoka, Marion County, Illinois, son of James B. and Arthena Bell (BASSETT) ALTOM/ALTUM. Oliver died 26 Nov 1918, Sivells Bend, Cooke County, Texas. Harvey is buried in Red River Cemetery, Sivells Bend, Cooke County, Texas.
Harvey married Lora Bell STICE 24 Dec 1896. She was born 22 Nov 1881, Kansas, daughter of John STICE. She died 24 Sep 1976, Gainesville, Cooke County, Texas. Bell is buried in Fairview Cemetery, Gainesville, Cooke County, Texas.
In 1876, Harvey moved to Texas with his parents when he was just a babe.
Harvey was a hard working man, a trait he inherited from his parents. He went into the dairy business with his father in Oakland, Oklahoma.
On 27 Jun 1900, the census shows Oliver H. (24) and Lora B. (18) ALTUM living in Township 5 South, Range 2 West, Chickasaw Nation County, Indian Territory (now Oklahoma). Also with them was their daugher Agnes C. ALTUM age 1. Harvey was listed as a farmer. They were renting their farm. Bell had given birth to 2 children with only 1 living at time of census.
On 18 Apr 1910, the census shows Oliver H. (33) and Lora B. (28) ALTUM living in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.With them were their children Agnes C. age 11; Clyde I. age 7; and Lena D. age 1 year and 4 months. Census said that Bell had given birth to 3 children with all 3 living.
To be close to his mother and other relatives, Harvey moved back to Cooke County, Texas.
Harvey was a humorist. he was well liked by his neighbors and friends. He was very much involved in rural community affairs. He organized the First Church of Christ in Sivells Bend, of which he and his wife were members.
On 12 Sep 1918, Harvey's World War 1 Draft Registration Card has, Oliver Harvey ALTUM age 43, born 20 Jul 1875. He was living in Sivells Bend, Cooke County, Texas. He was a farmer. His nearest relative was Mrs. O. H. ALTUM. He was medium height and stout with blue eyes and brown hair.
In 1918, Harvey died, just a few days before his mother's death.
On 28 Nov 1918, on Thursday, the Gainesville newspaper obituary reads, "Oliver Harvey ALTUM, O. H. ALTUM, aged 45 years died Tuesday night at his home at Sivell's Bend, after a brief illness of pneumonia. The funeral took place yesterday at the Red River Cemetery."
On 29 Jan 1920, the census shows the widowed Lorah ALTUM age 38, living in Precinct 5, Cooke County, Texas. With her were her children Clyde age 18, born Oklahoma; and Lena age 10, born in Oklahoma. They were renting their home.
On 15 Apr 1930, the census shows the widowed Lora ALTUM age 48, living with her son Clyde ALTUM age 28, in Precinct 1; Cooke County, Texas. Clyde was listed as a farm laborer. They were renting their home. Clyde was single. They lived on the Old Denton Road.
Bell's childhood was a sad one. Her mother was in love withher father, John STICE. He was not in love with her, as he was in love withher older sister, who was in love with someone else. So John decided to move to Kansas to get away from the situation. He was followed by Bell's mother. She took a train there and arrived with no money, forcing John to keep her, which resulted in the birth of Bell. John moved back to Gainesville, Shortly after the birth of Bell, her mother went back to Gainesville, dropped off her baby with the grandparents and then went back to Kansas, never to be seen again.
Bell remained with her grandparents. Her father had married and lived in Gainesville. He gave gifts to her continually and lots of new store purchased clothes, which made the other children of the community jealous of her. She would therefore dress in older clothes, or end up playing by herself.
Bell's loved her grandfather very much. Many people would stop by their home just to hear his stories. He had explored the great northwestern part of the United States, and had many stories to tell about it.
Bell was a very particular person in everything she did. Her house keeping and flower gardening were immaculate. She was a very good cook. Her cooking and gardening was taught to her by her mother-in-law, Bell, whom she called mother Bell. The only mother she ever had. Bell had a beautiful voice and sang in the church choir.
Children of Oliver Harvey and Lora Bell (STICE) ALTUM:
1-1. Agnes Comele ALTUM, born 17 Dec 1898, Sivells Bend, Cooke County, Texas.
(See #1-1 following)
1-2. Clyde Ira ALTUM, born 1902, Oklahoma.
1-3. Lena Dorthea ALTUM, born 7 Dec 1908, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.
(See #1-3 following)
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Agnes Comele Altum
Elkins
of
Cooke County, Texas
Agnes Comele ALTUM, born 17 Dec 1898, Sivells Bend, Cooke County, Texas, daughter of Oliver Harvey and Lora Bell (STICE) ALTUM. Agnes died 31 Nov 1981, Cooke County, Texas.
Agnes married George Washington ELKINS 20 Dec 1916, Gainesville, Cooke County, Texas. George was born 3 Nov 1894, Cedar Hills, Dallas County, Texas, son of William J. and Virginia A. (___?___) ELKINS. He died 19 May 1978, Gainesville, Cooke County, Texas.
In the winter months, Agnes would live with her grandmother Bell, as it was closer to the country school. On the weekends and in the summers, she would live with her parents.
On 20 Apr 1910, the census shows George ELKINS age 15, living with his widowed mother Virginia ELKINS age 59. She was born in Tennessee. His brother and sister were there too. George was a farm laborer. Virginia had given birth to 17 children. Only 8 living at time of census.
Agne's met George at her Grandmother Bell's. He was working on a ranch near them. One very hot day, he sat next to her at church and fanner her through the entire service. She thought he was being terribly forward. The only reason he was attending the church service was because he knew she would be ther. Later they began courting. After some time, they decided to marry. George picked her up in his buggy and they went to Gainesville, where they were married by Mr. Chisum. After they were married, they started for her parent's home, but a blizzard hit and they made it as far as her granmother's home, whre they spent the night. The next day they went on to her parent's home, where they spent a few days. They then loaded the buggy and a wagon and they moved to a house where he was overseer of a ranch.
On 5 Jun 1917 George's World War 1 Draft Registration Card has, George Washington ELKINS age 22, born 3 Nov 1894, Cedar Grove, Texas. He was living in Cooke County, Texas. He was a farm laborer for Whaley & Jones. He was married. He was medium height and stout with dark gray eyes and black hair.
On 5 Jun 191_, George Washington ELKINS was inducted into the United States Military during World War 1.
On 2 Mar 1920, the census shows George W. (25) and Agnes (20) ELKINS Living in Precinct 1, Cooke County, Texas. They were renting their home. George was a farmer.
On 15 Apr 1930, the census shows George W. (35) and Agnes C. (31) ELKINS living in Precinct 1; Cooke County, Texas. With them were their children Harvey E. age 9; Lora M. age 5; Georgia L. age 3; and Wanda D. age 1. George was born in Texas. His father was born in Mississippi. His mother was born in Tennessee. All the children born in Texas. George was a farmer. He was renting his home. They lived on the Old Denton Road.
They later bought their own land and George became a prosperous farmer. He built a new home on the place.
During the depression of the 1930's, Professor Homer MERRIK, from Illinois, was looking for work. He met George, who in turn offered him a job for the summer. When winter came, he went back to Illinois. George told him to bring his wife back next year. The next year came and he did bring his wife, Ruby (McARTHUR) MERRIK, a professional opra singer. George's doctor lived across the road and his daughter was a professional pianist. On evenings, after all the work wa sfinished, all the hired hands, the Doctor's family and George's family would get together. Mary would play the piano and Ruby would sing. They had their own private concerts there in the countryside during the middle of the great depression.
George's mother was an invalid. She lived iwth them and was taken very good care of by them. Agnes' mother was brought there also, where he provided a house for her on his ranch. She was strong and did much to help everyone.
Agnes was very dedicated to her church. She never missed a Sunday or Sunday night service and she usually attended on Wednesday evening as well. She was a member of the First Church of Christ. George attended church with her, but remained true to his church, the Baptist Church. He never told her though, because he did not want to hurt her. He loved her very much and wanted her to be happy.
They had a very nice home in Gainesville, apart from their home on the ranch. They usually rented that home out. In their latter years, they lived in that home.They lived there about 18 years.
After the death of George, Agnes moved in with her daughter, Margaret PLUMLEE, who had built a nice room onto her home for Agnes, so that she could have her own privacy.
Politically, George and Agnes were both Democrats, because Texas was a Democrat state. There was usually no one running on the Republican ticket.
Agnes had hazel eyes and she had dark brown hair. She was a beautiful lady. She had a wonderful personality. Anyone who met her would instantly feel close to her. She took after her grandmother Bell, as she had the same kindness and love in her that Aunt Bell had.
George had hazel eyes and black hair. He was a strong man and worked very hard and provided very well for his family and anyone else who needed help. He gave his love to his children and was greatly missed by them when he died.
Children of George Washington and Agnes Comele (ALTUM) ELKINS:
1-1-1. Ervin ELKINS, born 19 Jun 1919, Cooke County, Texas. He died 27 Jun 1919. He is buried at Fairview Cemetery, Cooke County, Texas.
1-1-2. Harvey Elwood ELKINS, born 14 Oct 1920, Cooke County, Texas.
Harvey married Mildred Ruth KREAGER.
(See #1-1-2 following)
1-1-3. Mary Lois ELKINS, born 14 Oct 1922, Cooke County, Texas. She died 5 Nov 1924. She is buried in Fairview Cemetery, Cooke County, Texas.
1-1-4. Lora Margaret ELKINS, born 13 Nov 1924, Cooke County, Texas.
Margaret married 1st James Douglas "Doug" PLUMLEE.
(See #1-1-4 following)
1-1-5. Georgia Lee ELKINS, born 14 Nov 1926, Cooke County, Texas.
Georgia married Marvin SOWELL.
(See #1-1-5 following)
1-1-6. Wanda Darlene ELKINS, born 19 Nov 1928, Cooke County, Texas.
Wanda married Arch Dale BRITTON, Jr.
(See #1-1-6 following)
1-1-7. Ina Maureen ELKINS, born 27 Nov 1930, Cooke County, Texas.
Maureen married 1st Loran Merle BOND.
Maureen married 2nd Billy Bob GREGORY.
(See #1-1-7 following)
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Harvey Elwood Elkins
of
Dallas County, Texas
Harvey Elwood ELKINS, born 14 Oct 1920, Cooke County, Texas, son of George Washington and Agnes Comele (ALTUM) ELKINS.
Harvey married
Mildred Ruth KREAGER 2 May 1942,
Freeport, Brazoria
County, Texas. She was born 28 Dec 1921, Tioga, Grayson County, Texas.
Harvey was an Architect.
They lived in the Dallas-Ft. Worth area of Texas.
Harvey has blue eyes and dark brown heair.
Harvey is the owner of the bath tub of Marie Antoniette, the Queen of France.
Children of Harvey Elwood and Mildred Ruth (KREAGER) ELKINS:
1-1-2-1. Harvey Lynn ELKINS, born 21 Jul 1943. He died 21 Jul 1943.
1-1-2-2. Don Scott ELKINS, born 1 Mar 1954, Sherman, Grayson County, Texas.
Don received his BA and MA at Texas A & M University.
Don is a Nuclear Enginer.
1-1-2-3. Michael David ELKINS, born 19 Jul 1956, Dallas, Dallas County, Texas.
Michael married Lillian Lavern BLEVINS 17 Oct 1976, Ft. Worth, Tarrant County, Texas. She was born 15 Jun 1953, Aurora, Araphoe County, Colorado.
Michael is an Analitical Chemist.
Son of Michael David and Lillian Lavern (BLEVINS) ELKINS:
1-1-2-3-1. Michael David ELKINS, Jr., born 28 Jul 1977, Irving, Dallas County, Texas.
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Lora Margaret Elkins
Plumlee
of
Gainesville, Cooke County, Texas
Lora Margaret ALTUM, born 13 Nov 1924, Cooke County, Texas, daughter of George Washington and Agnes Comele (ALTUM) ELKINS.
Margaret married 1st James Douglas "Doug" PLUMLEE 21 Apr 1949, Gainesville, Cooke County, Texas. Doug was born 19 Sep 1926, Cooke County, Texas, son of Willie James and Wilma (MILNER) PLUMLEE. Doug died 5 Mar 1996, Gainesville, Cooke County, Texas.
Margaret married 2nd Joe L. BIFFLE 14 Feb 2000. He was born 23 Sep 1917, Myra, Texas. He died 1 Jun 2002, River Valley Health and Rehabilitation Center, Gainesville, Cooke County, Texas. He was buried in Valley View Cemetery.
Doug's grandparents were George Hovey and Toka Abner (FINKS) PLUMLEE. George was the son of Denton Samuel and Tennessee Ollie (LOOPER) PLUMLEE. Denton was the son of George H. and Mary "Polly" (KIRK) PLUMLEE. Tennessee was the daughter of Lewis Sanford and Mary Jane (SPECK) LOOPER. Lewis was the son of Magness and Delilah (LEDFORD) LOOPER. Magness was the son of Joseph and Mary (MAGNESS) LOOPER. Joseph was the son of Joseph and Sarah (PHARIS) LOOPER.
Margaret was born into a good Texas family. Whe shwe was four years old her parents built a new home and she lived there the until she went off to college. Though she grew up during the great depression, her parents provided for her so well that she didn't know there was a depression.
After graduating from Gainesville High School, Margaret went to Texas Woman's University in Denton, Texas. She also went to St. Mary's Business SChool and Cooke County College. Margaret is a very educated person and is a joy to talk to. She is able to converse on almost any subject.
When World War 2 began, Margaret joined the civil Service Second Air Corp. They sent her to Wendover, Utah. She quit working for them and went home the day President Roosevelt died in 1945. She then went to work for a refrigeration corporation in Texas City, Texas. She was there when the great explosion occured, killing 500 people. The town had to be evacuated. She was unagble to contact her family and tell them she was alright. It was several days before she was able to let them know. She then moved back to Gainesville, where she met Doug.
Doug was raised on his father's ranch in Cooke county, Texas. He attended the area's schools. He graduated from Gainesville High School. One of his teachers was Amy HAFFORD, Margaret's 2nd cousin, once removed.
Doug served in the United State armed service during World War 2. He was in "Europe and Africa. He was a Communications Officer.
On 9 Feb 1947, Doug was helping someone out by cutting wood for them and from an accident, his left hand was cut off. Because of Doug's accident, and the fact that he was not able to work at the time, they decided to go ahead and get married. This they did at the home of Mr. CHISUM, minister of the Church of Christ, the same minister who married her parents. Margaret's sister, Maureen, and Merle BOND stood up with them. They went on a long honeymoon to Mexico.
When they returned from their honeymoon, they got an apartment in Gainesville. Five months later, Margaret got pregnant. At 7 months she almost lost the baby. She had to remain in bed the rest of her pregnancy. The same thing happened with her second baby.
Doug built a new house on the PLUMLEE ranch. A very nice home. Doug was in the Dairy business.
From 1954 thru 1957, they had an egg business, PLUMLEE GRADE A EGGS.
In 1958, Margaret opened a fabric business. She bought an old house in Gainesville and restored it to use for her store. She die a very good business. It was called, The Fabric House. She had to sell it when she injured her back and could no longer run the business.
In 1961, Margaret hurt her back. She spent most of the next 7 years in bed. She had 4 back operations before she was finally back to normal.
From 1965 thru 1969, Doug ran a Grade A Processing Dairy. It was called Plumlee Dairy.
Doug kept the dairy farm throughout all of the other businesses and was still in the business until he retired.
Doug and Margaret had over 1000 acres of land. They also had an oil well on their land.
Margaret is a real Lady. She has charm, friendliness, intelligence and concern for others. If anyone is entitled to the title of Lady, it is Margaret. She was president of the Garden Club and a member of other organizations. She is very good with floral arrangments. She is very style conscience and dresses very well.
Margaret is a beautiful lady with black hair and hazel eyes. Doug has red hair and blue eyes.
In 1981, Margaret organized the Volunteer Action Center of Cooke County, Texas. She had an office in the Cooke County Courth House in Gainesville. When visiting them one autumn, I helped her paint the office.
In 2006, Margaret was still living in Gainesville, Texas.
Children of James Douglas and Lora Margaret (ELKINS) PLUMLEE:
1-1-4-1. James Timothy "Tim" PLUMLEE, born 30 Jun 1950, Gainesville, Cooke County, Texas, son of James Douglas and Lora Margaret (ELKINS) PLUMLEE.
Tim married 1st Cynthia Ann LOW.
Tim married 2nd Vickey L. HOOVER.
Tim married 3rd Diana Lynne (ALLEN) COPE.
(See #1-1-4-1 following)
1-1-4-2. William Anthony "Tony" PLUMLEE, born 4 Jun 1952, Gainesville, Cooke County, Texas.
Tony married Lynda Gayle WILLIS.
(See #1-1-4-2 following)
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James Timothy Plumlee
of
Gainesville, Cooke County, Texas
James Timothy "Tim" PLUMLEE, born 30 Jun 1950, Gainesville, Cooke County, Texas, son of James Douglas and Lora Margaret (ELKINS) PLUMLEE.
Tim married 1st Cynthia Ann LOW 6 Dec 1970, La Mesa, Dawson County, Texas. She was born 30 Jun 1950, Gainesville, Cooke County, Texas. They divorced.
Tim married 2nd Vickey L. HOOVER 14 Feb 1976, Cooke County, Texas. They divorced shortly afterwards.
Tim married 3rd Diana Lynne (ALLEN) COPE 18 Jun 1977, Moss Lake, Texas. She was born 14 Jun 1950, Denton, Denton County, Texas, daughter of Roy ALLEN, Jr. They divorced 23 Dec 1985, Denton, Texas.
Tim married 4th Marlene G. BROWN 23 Dec 1985, the same day as his divorce from Diana. She was a gal from Canada and they lived there until they divorced.
Tim was raised on his father's ranch. After high school he attended Sul Ross State University in Tarleton State College and Texas Tech University. Tim worked on the famous King Ranch, working as a real cowboy. He later was a policeman in Denton, Texas and from there went to work with his dad on the dairy farm.
Tim and Diana raised Mommoth Jacks. They had the World's Championship in 1980. They also had at least 3 National Championships. Cactus Black Jack was their famous Jack.
Tim has blue eyes and light brown hair, although he was born with blond hair. Very handsome.
Diana is the wife that I knew and she was a very cute gal with a fantastic personality. I was sad to see them divorce.
Children of James Timothy and Cynthia Ann (LOW) PLUMLEE:
1-1-4-1-1. James Cody PLUMLEE, born 28 Jul 1971, La Mesa, Dawson County, Texas.
1-1-4-1-2. Jennie Lou PLUMLEE, born 6 Nov 1974, Lubbock, Texas.
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William Anthony Plumlee
of
Gainesville, Cooke County, Texas
William Anthony "Tony" PLUMLEE, born 4 Jun 1952, Gainesville, Cooke County, Texas, son of James Douglas and Lora Margaret (ELKINS) PLUMLEE.
Tony married Lynda Gayle WILLIS 3 Jan 1971, Marble Falls, Burnet County, Texas. She was born 1 Dec 1948, Lubbock, Lubbock County, Texas.
Tony is an Enviornmental Engineer.
Lynda is an athletic coach.
Son of William Anthony and Lynda Gayle (WILLIS) PLUMLEE:
1-1-4-2-1. Corey Lynn PLUMLEE, born 12 Jul 1972, Hico, Erath County, Texas.
In 2006, Corey lives in Dallas, Texas.
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Georgia Lee Elkins
Sowell
of
Ft. Worth, Tarrant County, Texas
Georgia Lee "George" ELKINS, born 14 Nov 1926, Cooke County, Texas, daughter of George Washington and Agnes Comele (ALTUM) ELKINS. Georgia died 3 Oct 2004, Fort Worth, Tarrant County, Texas.
Georgia married Marvin SOWELL 3 Apr 1948, Texas City, Galveston County, Texas. He was born 7 Sep 1910, San Augustine, Texas. He died Sep 1987. Last place of residence was Fort Worth, Tarrant County, Texas.
Georgia was a nurse.
Georgia was a sweet lady.
In Oct 2004, the Gainesville Daily Register has, "Fort Worth -- Georgia Lee SOWELL, 77, a loving wife, mother, grandmother, daughter and sister, went home to Jesus, Sun morning, Oct. 3, 2004.
"Funeral will begin at 1:30 p.m. Wednesday at Greenwood Chapel. Burial will follow in Laurel Land Memorial Park. Visitation from 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday in Greenwood Funeral Home.
"In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Christ's Haven for Children or Camp Sweeny.
"Georgia was born Nov. 14, 1926, in Gainesville to George and Agnes ELKINS. Georgia's heart was in nursing. At the age of 17 joined the U.S. Nurse Cadet Corp. in 1944. She graduated from the Dallas Methodist Hospital School of Nursing and passed her exam to become a Registered Nurse in 1947. She represented the Registered Nurses and solicited votes before the House in Austin for the first Nursing Practice Act in Texas. She worked in hospitals or as a private duty nurse in Idaho, Wyoming, South Carolina, Arkansas and finally in Texas until 1972. She the became the Director of Private Duty Bureau for Registered Nurses in Tarrant County until 1976. She ahd many wonderfu memories of her parents as well as adventures with her brother and sisters on the farm. She married her love of a lifetime, Marvin SOWELL, on April 3, 1948. She has looked forward all year to seeing Marvin again in heaven. She was the mother of two children adn a devoted stepdaughter. . Her church family meets at University Church of Christ.
"Survivors are Son, Randy SOWELL and wife, Lesa of McCamey; daughter, Jeanlee ALLEN and husband, George of Crowley; stepdaughter, Bonnie Sue DAVIS and husband, Jimmy of Brandon, Mississippi; brother, Harvey ELKINS of Irving; sisters, Margaret E. BIFFLE and Wanda BRITTON, both of Gainesville; seven grandchildren; tree great-grandchildren, and many nieces nad nephews.
"Greenwood Funeral Home; 3100 White Settlement Road; Fort Worth, TX 76107 (817)336-0584."
Children of Marvin and Georgia Lee (ELKINS) SOWELL:
1-1-5-1. Marvin Randy SOWELL, born 23 Jul 1951, Blackfoot, Bingham County, Idaho.
Randy married 1st Jane Maverick PADGITT .
Randy married 2nd Lesa J. PAYNE.
(See #1-1-5-1 following)
1-1-5-2. Jeanlee SOWELL, born 21 Oct 1954, Gainesville, Cooke County, Texas.
Jeanlee married George Milton ALLEN.
(See #1-1-5-2 following)
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Marvin Randy Sowell
of
McCamey, Upton County, Texas
Marvin Randy SOWELL, born 23 Jul 1951, Blackfoot, Bingham County, Idaho, son of Marvin and Georgia Lee (ELKINS) SOWELL.
Randy married 1st Jane Maverick PADGITT 17 Jun 1981, Kendall County, Texas. They divorced 28 May 1992, Coleman County, Texas.
Randy married 2nd Lesa J. PAYNE 26 Jul 1996, Travis County, Texas.
Randy's occupation is ranching and truckfarming.
In 2004, Randy and Lesa lived in McCamey, Texas.
Son of Marvin Randy and Jane Maverick PADGITT:
1-1-5-1-1. Thomas Byrd Padgitt SOWELL, born 3 Jun 1983, Coleman County, Texas.
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Jeanlee Sowell
of
Tarrant Texas
Jeanlee SOWELL, born 21 Oct 1954, Gainesville, Cooke County, Texas, son of Marvin and Georgia Lee (ELKINS) SOWELL.
Jeanlee married George Milton ALLEN 2 Sep 1973, Ft. Worth, Texas. He was born 6 Jun 1924, Wichita Falls, Wichita County, Texas.
Sons of George Milton and Jeanlee (SOWELL) ALLEN:
1-1-5-2-1. Charles Russell ALLEN, born 16 May 1979, Tarrant County, Texas.
1-1-5-2-2. Dustin Ryan ALLEN, born 8 Jan 1982, Tarrant County, Texas.
Dustin married Amy J. WORD 24 May 2002, Tarrant County, Texas.
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Wanda Darlene Elkins
Britton
of
Gainesville, Cooke County, Texas
Wanda Darlene ELKINS, born 19 Nov 1928, Cooke County, Texas, daughter of George Washington and Agnes Comele (ALTUM) ELKINS.
Wanda married Arch Dale BRITTON, Jr. 15 Nov 1949, Gainesville, Cooke County, Texas. He was born 6 Jun 1924, Wichita Falls, Wichita County, Texas.
Wanda is a very dear sweet person. She is very well dressed and proper lady. She has the Texas charm and grace that seems to run in the family.
Wanda is very involved in political science. She worked for the Democrat Party for many years and then changed to the Republican Party.
Dale is in oil production. His main interest and hobby is ranching. He is a good man and true Texan.
They have a beautiful home in Gainesville. Wanda's good taste and charm are evident in the furnishing she has chosen for her home.
Wanda and Dale belong to the Methodist Church.
In 2006, Wanda and Arch Dale were still living in Gainesville, Texas.
Children of Arch Dale and Wanda Darlene (ELKINS) BRITTON, Jr.:
1-1-6-1. Arch Dale BRITTON, III, born 9 Feb 1952, Gainesville, Cooke County, Texas.
1-1-6-2. Camellia Ann BRITTON, born 18 Sep 1953, Gainesville, Cooke County, Texas.
Camellia married Gary Ernest SORRENSON.
(See #1-1-6-2 following)
1-1-6-3. Paula Lynn BRITTON, born 3 Feb 1955, Gainesville, Cooke County, Texas.
1-1-6-4. Mark Lamar BRITTON, born 3 Nov 1956, Gainesville Cooke County, Texas.
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Camellia Ann Britton
Sorrenson
of
Gainesville, Cooke County, Texas
Camellia Ann BRITTON, born 18 Sep 1953, Gainesville, Cooke County, Texas.
Camellia married Gary Ernest SORRENSON 9 Aug 1975. He was born 26 Jul 1949, Tulia, Swisher County, Texas, son of Ernest Ray and Mable Fern (SPANN) SORRENSON.
Camellia is a member of the American Decorator Association.
Gary is a farmer.
Children of Gary Ernest and Camellia Ann (BRITTON) SORRENSON:
1-1-6-2-1. Janine Lynn SORRENSON, born 13 Aug 1976, Lubbock, Lubbock County, Texas.
1-1-6-2-2. Daniel Ray SORRENSON, born 24 May 1980, Hale County, Texas.
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Ina Maurene Elkins
Bond Gregory
of
Dallas and Cooke Counties, Texas
Ina Maureen ELKINS, born 27 Nov 1930, Cooke County, Texas, daughter of George Washington and Agnes Comele (ALTUM) ELKINS. Maureen died 11 Jun 1997. Last place of residence was Gainesville Cooke County, Texas.
Maureen married 1st Loran Merle BOND 28 Aug 1948, Gainesville, Cooke County, Texas. He was born 27 Nov 1927, Cooke County, Texas, son of Loran and Ollie (___?___) BOND. They divorced 6 Apr 1956.
Maureen married 2nd Billy Bob GREGORY 17 Jul 1964. He was born 9 Dec 1931, Gregg County, texas.
Merle was employed with Dow Chemical, Freeport, Texas.
After living in the Dallas area for many years, they moved to Gainesville and bought and restored one of the historical homes.
Children of Loran Merle and Ina Maureen (ELKINS) BOND:
1-1-7-1. George Loran BOND, born 22 Dec 1949, Cooke County, Texas.
George married Dawn Kathleen THOMASON.
(See #1-1-7-1 following)
1-1-7-2. Rita Gail BOND, born 27 Dec 1951, Cooke County, Texas.
Gail married 1st Paul Huntington LAWHON.
Gail married 2nd Joseph Kenneth HOEDEBECK.
(See #1-1-7-2 following)
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George Loran Bond
of
Cooke County, Texas
George Loran BOND, 1-1-7-1. George Loran BOND, born 22 Dec 1949, Cooke County, Texas.
George married Dawn Kathleen THOMASON 4 Jan 1975, Cooke County, Texas. Dawn was born 23 Dec 1956, Gainesville, Cooke County, Texas.
George is a farmer.
Dawn works at a bank.
They live in the George Washington ELKINS home.
They are really nice people.
In 2006, George and Dawn were still living in Gainesville, Texas.
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Rita Gail Bond
Lawhon Hoedebeck
of
Cooke County, Texas
Rita Gail BOND, born 27 Dec 1951, Cooke County, Texas.
Gail married 1st Paul Huntington LAWHON 6 May 1972, Irving, Dallas County, Texas. He was born 29 Sep 1948, Harris County, Texas. They divorced.
Gail married 2nd Joseph Kenneth HOEDEBECK 6 Feb 1976, Denton, Texas. He was born 1 Dec 1938, Tishomingo, Johnston County, Oklahoma.
Gail is a very beautiful woman. She also has a great personality, as do most of our Texas clan.
Ken is a dairy farmer. He has a revolving dairy barn.
Ken and Gail are Catholic.
Daughter of Paul Huntington and Rita Gail (BOND) LAWHON:
1-1-7-2-1. Laura LAWHON, born 15 Dec 1972, Bexar County, Texas.
1-1-7-2-2. Jennifer LAWHON, born 14 Feb 1975, Ft. Rucker, Alabama.
Sons of Joseph Kenneth and Rita Gail (BOND) HOEDEBECK:
1-1-7-2-3. Joseph Douglas HOEDEBECK, born 15 Sep 1976, Cooke County, Texas.
1-1-7-2-4. son HOEDEBECK, stillborn in 1980.
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Lena Dorthea Altum
Lance
of
California
Lena Dorthea ALTUM, born 7 Dec 1908, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. She died 3 Jan 1998. Lst place of residence was San Marcos, San Diego County, California.
Lena married James Thomas LANCE 4 Apr 1928, Gainesville, Cooke County, Texas. He was born 18 May 1902, Mena Polk County, Arkansas. He died 23 Feb 1991, Kern County, California. James' mother's maiden name was WALKEY.
James was a mechanic.
Lena was a nurse until the age of 68. She was a lover of flosers and plants.
Lena became a Mormon, Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints.
Politically, James and Lena are Democrats.
On 15 Jul 1973, James had to be put in a nursing home.
Daughter of James Thomas and Lena Dorthea (ALTUM) LANCE:
1-3-1. Nina Belle LANCE, born 6 Sep 1929, Quanah, Hardeman County, Texas.
Nina married Charles William MORRIS.
(See #1-3-1 following)
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Nina Belle Lance
Morris
of
California
Nina Belle LANCE, born 6 Sep 1929, Quanah, Hardeman County, Texas.
Nina married Charles William MORRIS 12 Feb 1947, Taft, Kern County, California. They divorced. Charles was born 16 Mar 1926, Taft, Kern County, California. Charles died 8 May 1884. Last place of residence was Bakersfield, Kern County, California.
Charles was an automobile salesman. He had a stroke and had to be put in a rest home.
Nina was a secretary for a hospital administrator and later worked for California Gas.
Politically, they were both Democrat.
Nina is a Mormon.
Nina likes to sew and quilt.
Children of Charles William and Nina Belle (LANCE) MORRIS:
1-3-1-1. Steven William MORRIS, born 14 Dec 1947, Taft, Kern County, California, son of Charles William and Nina Belle (LANCE) MORRIS. He died 11 Jan 1955, Taft, Kern County, California. He fell out of a car that his aunt was driving which resulted in severe brain damage. He lived six years in a vegetated state and died in Sonama Hospital.
1-3-1-2. Cheryl MORRIS, born 14 Sep 1953, Taft, Kern County, California, daughter of Charles William and Nina Belle (LANCE) MORRIS.
Cheryl married Timothy Darus GILLIGAN.
(See #1-3-1-2 following)
1-3-1-3. Lauren Comele MORRIS, born 9 Nov 1961, Taft, Kern County, California.
Lauren married Mark Stephen BYERS.
(See #1-3-1-3 following)
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Cheryl Morris
Gilligan
of
California
Cheryl MORRIS, born 14 Sep 1953, Taft, Kern County, California, daughter of Charles William and Nina Belle (LANCE) MORRIS.
Cheryl married Timothy Darus GILLIGAN 27 Dec 1972. He was born 28 Apr 1951.
Cheryl taught arobic dancing. She loves to sew and loves crafts.
Timothy is a comuter comptroller. He worked for a motel and restaurant and gaming in Elko, Nevada.
They are Mormon.
Children of Timothy Darus and Cheryl (MORRIS) GILLIGAN:
1-3-1-2-1. Cara Anne GILLIGAN, born 18 Jul 1974, Reno, Washoe County, Nevada.
Cara has red hair. She is very intelligent and was a straight A student in school.
1-3-1-2-2. Dyan Kathleen GILLIGAN, born 8 May 1977, Las Vegas, Nevada.
1-3-1-2-3. Patrick Shane GILLIGAN, born 20 Jul 1978, Washo Hospital, Reno, Nevada.
1-3-1-2-4. Timothy Ryan GILLIGAN, born 17 Feb 1981.
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Lauren Comele Morris
Byers
of
California
Lauren Comele MORRIS, born 9 Nov 1961, Taft, Kern County, California, daughter of Charles William and Nina Belle (LANCE) MORRIS.
Lauren married Mark Stephen BYERS 1977/78. Mark was born 4 Nov 1961, Baroto Hospital. They divorced.
Lauren worked for her in-laws who owned a recreation area with two lakes. They remained good friends even after her divorce of their son.
Lauren is a Democrat.
Lauren is a Mormon.
Children of Mark Stephen and Lauren Comele (MORRIS) BYERS:
1-3-1-3-1. Mark Stephen BYERS, Jr., born 26 May 1980, Barsto, California.
1-3-1-3-2. Hailey Comele BYERS, born 6 Nov 1980.
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Charles Alvie Altum
of
Marshall County, Oklahoma
Charles Alvie ALTUM, born 21 Feb 1877, Cooke County, Texas, son of James B. and Arthena Bell (BASSETT) ALTOM/ALTUM. He died 11 Feb 1907, from complications of diabetes.. He is buried in the Red River Cemetery, Cooke County, Texas.
Charlie married Nannie Liza HARRELL 11 Sep 1897. She was born 17 Aug 1875, Arkansas, daughter of Andrew Jackson and Martha Ann (LEVERETTE) HARRELL. She died 6 Oct 1961, Sulphur, Murray County, Oklahoma. Nannie is buried at the Oakland Cemetery, Oakland , Marshall County Oklahoma, just a few graves down from her father inlaw J. B. ALTUM along with her daughter Lillie Mae (ALTUM) MUNCRIEF and grandaughter Lucille MUNCRIEF.
Charlie went blind from his diabetes. He became very ill and his mother, Aunt Bell, went from Gainesville, Texas to Oakland, Oklahoma, aproximately 56 miles, in a buggy. She picked him up and took him back to her home, where he died.
After the death of Charlie, Nannie married 2nd John Richard HALL 21 Oct 1909, Oakland, Marshall County, Oklahoma. John was a Baptist preacher and was minister of the Blackwood Baptist Church. He died in 1915. He is buried in Simpson, Johnston County, Oklahoma.
John had two children from his previous marriage, Arlie HALL, born Aug 1889 and died before 1910; and daughter Artie Elizabeth HALL born 10 Jun 1906. She died 20 Jan 1983.
On 25 Jun 1900, the census shows Charlie A. (23) and Nancy L. (24) ALTUM living in Township 5 South Range 2 West, Chickasaw Nation, Indian Territory. With them was their daughter Allie G. ALTUM age 9 months. The census states that Nannie had given birth to 2 children with only one living at tme os census. Charlie was a farmer.
Marhall and Carter Counties were formed in 1907 out of Chickasaw Lands. Oakland took it's name from a surrounding grove of Oak timber. The Post office was established 20 Jul 1881. Madil is the county seat of Marshall County. It was named for George A. MADILL of St.Louis, and attorney for the Frisco Railroad. The post office established 29 Apr 1901.
On 15 Apr 1910, the census shows the widowed Nannie L. HALL age 34 living in Oakland, Taliaferro Township, Marshall County, Oklahoma. With Nannie are her children Gladie A. age 10; Lillie M. age 6; Mattie P. age 4; and Gracie B. age 2. The census shows that Nannie had given birth to 6 children with only 4 living at time of census. Nannie owned her home free of morgage.
In 1915, Nannie's 2nd husband, John Richard HALL, died.
On 9 Apr 1930, the census shows Nannie L. HALL age 54 living in Madill, Marshall County, Oklahoma. With her was her daughter Georgie HALL age 17. Also with her was her grandson Dewey MORGAN age 11; and grandson Van MUNCRIEF age 8. She was renting her home at $5.00 a month.
Nannie raised her Grandchildren Charles Dewey MORGAN and Vaughn Walter MUNCRIEF after her daughter Lillie Mae died of Diabetes at age 21.
Children of Charles Alvie and Nannie Liza (HARRELL) ALTUM:
3-1. son ALTUM, stillborn 2 May 1898, Ardmore, Carter County, Oklahoma.
3-2. Allie Gladys ALTUM, born 11 Aug 1889, Indian Territory, now Ardmore, Carter County, Oklahoma.
Gladys married John Elmer HARRIS.
(See #3-2 following)
3-3. Lillie Mae ALTUM, born 1 Jun 1903, Indian Territory, now Oakland, Marshall County, Oklahoma.
Lillie married 1st Harvey "Harve" MORGAN.
Lillie married 2nd Walter Leroy MUNCRIEF.
(See #3-3 following)
3-4. Mattie Pearl ALTUM, born 17 Apr 1905, Indian Territory, now Oakland, now Marshall County, Oklahoma.
Mattie married James Roy MORGAN.
(See #3-4 following)
3-5. Gracie Bell ALTUM, born 13 Aug 1907, Oakland, now Marshall County, Oklahoma.
Gracie married Joseph Bailey CHANEY.
(See #3-5 following)
The following Hall children are not ALTUM descendents, but HARRELL and HALL descendents.
Child of John Richard and Nannie Liza (HARRELL)(ALTUM) HALL:
3-6. John Richard HALL, Jr., born 5 Jun 1911. He died 25 Aug 1993. John and Nan are buied in Sunny Lane Cemetery, Del City, Oklhoma.
John married Nan Dee SHELTON 27 Dec 1929, Madill, Marshall County, Oklahoma. She was born 11 Apr 1909, daughter of William Henry and Cynthia Annie (HOOD) SHELTON. She died 27 Aug 1988.
Children of John Richard and Nan Dee (SHELTON) HALL, Jr.:
3-6-1. Vida Faye HALL, born 6 Feb 1935.
3-6-2. Elaine Joy HALL, bo rn 12 Aug 1943.
3-7. Georgia Pamela "Georgie" HALL, born 9 Apr 1913, Marshall County, Texas.
Georgie married Vern KEELING. They later divorced.
Children of Vern and Georgia Pamela (HALL) KEELING:
3-7-1. Barbara Nan KEELING.
3-7-2. Jo Rene KEELING.
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Allie Gladys Altum
Harris
of
Marshall County, Oklahoma
Allie Gladys ALTUM, born 11 Aug 1899, Indian Territory, now Ardmore, Carter County, Oklahoma, daughter of Charles Alvie and Nannie Liza (HARRELL) ALTUM. Gladys died Apr 1983. Last place of residence was Madill, Marshall County, Oklahoma. She is buried in Oakland Cemetery, Oakland, Marshall County, Oklahoma.
Gladys married John Elmer HARRIS 11 Feb 1918, Sherman, Grayson County, Texas. He was born 9 Dec 1900, McKinney, Collin County, Texas, son of James Parker and Emma Geneva (TATE) HARRIS. He died 16 Apr 1988. Last place of residence was Madill, Marshall County, Oklahoma.
On 20 Apr 1920, the census shows Elmer J. (19) and Glady (20) HARRIS living in Holford Township, Marshall County, Oklahoma. With them was their Virgil age 1. Elmer was listed as a farmer.
On 17 Apr 1930, the census shows Elmer (29) and Gladys (30) HARRIS living in Holford Township, Marshall County, Oklahoma. With them were their children Virgil age 11; Juanita age 9; Virginia age 2 years and 2 months. Elmer was a farmer. They were renting their home.
Elmer was also carpenter contractor.
Children of John Elmer and Allie Gladys (ALTUM) HARRIS:
3-2-1. Virgil Elmer HARRIS, born 12 Nov 1918, Lebanon, Marshall County, Oklahoma.
Virgil married Pauline MANN.
(See #3-2-1 following)
3-2-2. Gladys Juanita HARRIS, born 16 Oct 1920, Lebanon, Marshall County, Oklahoma.
Gladys married Burner Lee RICE.
(See #3-2-2 following)
3-2-3. Virginia Lois HARRIS, born 18 Jan 1928, Lebanon, Marshall County, Oklahoma.
Virginia married Edward BROCK.
(See #3-2-3 following)
3-2-4. Harrell Eugene HARRIS, born 12 Jul 1930, Lebanon, Marshall County, Oklahoma.
Harrell married 1st Anita BRIDGES.
Harrell married 2nd ___?___ BURCHAM.
(See #3-2-4 following)
3-2-5. William Kenneth HARRIS, born 19 Feb 1940, Madill, Marshall County, Oklahoma, son of John Elmer and Allie Gladys (ALTUM) HARRIS.
William married 1st Terri CUMBIE. They divorced.
William married 2nd ___?___ .
(See #3-2-5 following)
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Virgil Elmer Harris
of
Marshall County, Oklahoma
Virgil Elmer HARRIS, born 12 Nov 1918, Lebanon, Marshall County, Oklahoma, son of John Elmer and Allie Gladys (ALTUM) HARRIS. Virgil died 24 Nov 2002, Brookside Rest Home, Madill, Marshall County, Oklahoma. Virgil and Pauline are buried in Oakland Cemetery, Oakland, Marshall County, Oklahoma.
Virgil married Pauline MANN 24 Apr 1938, Marietta, Love County, Oklahoma. She was born 22 Feb 1919. Pauline died 14 Apr 2002. Last place of residence was Madill, Marshall County, Oklahoma.
Children of Virgil Elmer and Pauline (MANN) HARRIS:
3-2-1-1. Barbara Lavonia HARRIS, born 22 Apr 1939, Madill, Marshall County, Oklahoma.
Barbara married Armon Dale CARLTON.
Children of Armon Dale and Barbara Lavonia (HARRIS) CARLTON:
3-2-1-1-1. Richard "Ricky" CARLTON.
Daughter of Richard CARLTON:
3-2-1-1-1-1. Alicia CARLTON.
3-2-1-1-2. Randy CARLTON.
3-2-1-1-3. Rita CARLTON.
3-2-1-2. Glenda Louise HARRIS, born 11 Sep 1944, Madill, Marshall County, Oklahoma.
Glenda married Douglas McBETH.
Children of Douglas and Glenda Louise (HARRIS) McBETH:
3-2-1-2-1. Teresa McBETH.
Teresa married ___?___ GUARTNEY.
Son of ___?___ and Teresa (McBETH) GUARTNEY:
3-2-1-2-1-1. Jimmy Don GUARTNEY.
3-2-1-2-2. Paula McBETH.
3-2-1-2-3. Douglas McBETH.
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Gladys Juanita Harris
Rice
of
Oklahoma
Gladys Juanita HARRIS, born 16 Oct 1920, Lebanon, Marshall County, Oklahoma, daughter of John Elmer and Allie Gladys (ALTUM) HARRIS.
Gladys married Burner Lee RICE. He was born 20 Mar 1913, Florence, Alabama. He died 1977, Ardmore, Carter County, Oklahoma, where he is buried.
Son of Burner and Gladys Juanita (HARRIS) RICE:
3-2-2-1. Charles RICE.
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Virginia Lois Harris
Brock
of
Oklahoma
Virginia Lois HARRIS, born 18 Jan 1928, Lebanon, Marshall County, Oklahoma, daughter of John Elmer and Allie Gladys (ALTUM) HARRIS 26 Jan 1946. Virginia died 6 Feb 1984, Ada, P ontatoc County, Oklahoma. She is buried in Highland Cemetery, Stonewall, Oklahoma.
Virginia married Edward BROCK. He was born 13 Sep 1926.
Children of Edward and Virginia Lois (HARRIS) BROCK:
3-2-3-1. Judy BROCK.
3-2-3-2. Ann BROCK.
3-2-3-3. Nancy BROCK.
3-2-3-4. Ricy BROCK.
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Harrell Eugene Harris
of
Oklahoma
Harrell Eugene HARRIS, born 12 Jul 1930, Lebanon, Marshall County, Oklahoma, son of John Elmer and Allie Gladys (ALTUM) HARRIS.
Harrell married 1st Anita BRIDGES.
Harrell married 2nd ___?___ BURCHAM.
Harrell owned his own business, Harrells TV and Appliances.
Anita was a bookkeeper and secretary.
Children of Harrell Eugene and Anita (BRIDGES) HARRIS:
3-2-4-1. Eugene HARRIS.
3-2-4-2. Johnny HARRIS.
3-2-4-3. child HARRIS.
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Lillie Mae Altum
Morgan Muncrief
of
Marshall County, Oklahoma
Lillie Mae ALTUM, born 1 Jun 1903, Indian Territory, now Oakland, Marshall County, Oklahoma, daughter of Charles Alvie and Nannie L. (HARRELL) ALTUM. Lillie died 18 Jun 1924.
Lillie married 1st Harvey "Harve" MORGAN 1918. Harvey was born 23 Mar 1893, Bluff Dale, Erath County, Texas, son of John and Nannie (___?___) MORGAN. John and Nannie were born in Georgia. Harve died 11 Nov 1979, Costa Mesa, Orange County, California.
Harve was the uncle of James Roy MORGAN, husband of Lillie's sister Mattie. James was the father of Lillie's son Charles.
Lillie married 2nd Walter Leroy MUNCRIEF 4 Jun 1921. Walter was born 4 Jun 1900, Chula,Yell County, Arkansas, son of James Laban and Nancy Bell (RAY) MUNCRIEF. He died 1 Jan 1943, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. James was the son of Jeff Arnold and Mary Ann "Polly" (HITON) RAY. Harvey's 1st couin, James Roy MORGAN, married Lillie's sister Mattie (See #3-4)
On 9 Apr 1930, the census shows Dewey MORGAN age 11; and Van MUNCRIEF age 8 living with their grandmother Nannie L. HALL age 54 in Madill, Marshall County, Oklahoma.
Son of James Roy and Lillie Mae (ALTUM) MORGAN:
3-3-1. Charles Dewey MORGAN, born 15 Jan 1919, Madill, Marshall County, Oklahoma.
Charles married Eula Faye (SIMONS) BAIRD.
Children of Walter Leroy and Lillie Mae (ALTUM)(MORGAN) MUNCRIEF:
3-3-2. Vaughn W. MUNCRIEF, born 23 Mar 1922, Madill, Marshall County, Oklahoma.
Vaughn married Lawana WAGGONER.
3-3-3. Lucille MUNCRIEF, born 12 Feb 1924, Murray County, Oklahoma, daughter of Walter Leroy and Lillie Mae (ALTUM)(MORGAN) MUNCRIEF.
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Charles Dewey Morgan
of
Oklahoma
Charles Dewey MORGAN, born 15 Jan 1919, Madill, Marshall County, Oklahoma, son of James Roy and Lillie Mae (ALTUM) MORGAN. Dewey died 22 Aug 1994. Last place of residence was Ardmore, Carter County, Oklahoma. Dewey and Faye are buried in Oakland Cemetery, Oakland, Marshall County, Oklahoma, across the road and to the North of where Dewey's Mother Lillie, baby sister Lucille, Grandmother Nannie and Great-Grandfather J. B. ALTUM are buried.
Charles married Eula Faye (SIMONS) BAIRD 1 Jan 1950. Faye was born 25 Oct 1912, Oklahoma, daughter of William and Lillie (McNEIL) SIMONS. She died 25 Mar 1993. Last place of residence was Ardmore, Carter County, Oklahoma.
Faye had one daughter by a previous marriage.
Faye's father was a cobbler, he owned a shoe shop in Moreland, Woodward County, Oklahoma.
Dewey was a Diabetic.
They had no children.
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Vaughn W. Muncrief
of
Oklahoma
Vaughn W. MUNCRIEF, born 23 Mar 1922, Madill, Marshall County, Oklahoma, son of Walter Leroy and Lillie Mae (ALTUM)(MORGAN) MUNCRIEF. He died 28 Jun 2004. Last place of residence was Sulphur, Murray County, Oklahoma.
Vaughn married Lawana WAGGONER.
Vaugh was a Diabetic.
Children of Vaughn and LaWanda (WAGGONER) MUNCRIEF:
3-3-2-1. Paul Dennis MUNCRIEF, born 10 Nov 1946, Sulphur, Murray County, Oklahoma.
Paul married in 1969.
Paul is a construction worker.
3-3-2-2. Lawana June MUNCRIEF, born 7 Jun 1948, Hickory, Murray County, Oklahoma.
June married 1st Ronnie PIERCE 26 Sep 1969, Sulphur, Murray County, Oklahoma.
June married 2nd ___?___ GREEN.
June married 3rd ___?___ FORTIN.
In 2005, June is living in Amarillo, Texas.
Daughter of Ronnie and Lawana June (MUNCRIEF) PIERCE:
3-3-2-2-1. Amanda Roneice PIERCE, born 21 Apr 1973, Ada, Pontotoc County, Oklhoma.
Son of ___?___ and Lawana June (MUNCRIEF)(PIERCE)GREEN:
3-3-2-2-2. Renden GREEN.
3-3-2-3. Linda Carol MUNCRIEF, born 18 Feb 1950, Sulphur, Murray County, Oklahoma.
Linda married 1st Jimmie Zane DUNN 24 Jan 1970, Sulphur, Murray County, Oklahoma.
Linda married 2nd David EDWARDS.
In 2005, Linda and David live in Branson, Missouri.
Son of Jimmie Zane and Linda Carol (MUNCRIEF) DUNN:
3-3-2-3-1. Craig Zane DUNN, born 3 Aug 1973.
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Mattie Pearl Altum
Morgan
of
Oklahoma
Mattie Pearl ALTUM, born 17 Apr 1905, Indian Territory, now Oakland, Marshall County, Oklahoma, daughter of Charles Alvie and Nannie L. (HARRELL) ALTUM. Mattie died 26 Feb 1970, Madill, Marshall County, Oklahoma, from complications of Diabetes. Funeral was conducted by Watt's Funeral Home at Watt's Memorial Chapel by Rev. Leonard NAIL. Mattie and Roy are buried in Oakland Cemetery, Oakland, Marshall County,Oklahoma.
Mattie married James Roy MORGAN 5 May 1919, Nelda, Oklahoma. He was born 7 Oct 1895, Stevenville, Erath County, Texas, son of William Thomas and Martha E. (YEATES) MORGAN. Roy died 4 Nov 1992. In 1900, Martha and children were living with her parents, as her husband had abandoned her and the children. She later divorced him. Martha married 2nd George HACKLER.
Children of James Roy and Mattie Pearl (ALTUM) MORGAN:
3-4-1. James Orvel MORGAN, born 1 Nov 1921, Madill, Marshall County, Oklahoma.
Orvel married Mary Carolyn MASON.
(See #1-4-1 following)
3-4-2. Ernest Richard MORGAN, born 28 Aug 1923, Madill, Marshall County, Oklahoma.
Ernest married Evelyn Joyce MANN.
(See #1-4-2 following)
3-4-3. Calvin Clyde MORGAN, born 26 Mar 1925, Madill, Marshall County, Oklahoma.
Clyde married Peggy Jean STILLEY.
(See #1-4-3 following)
3-4-4. Jessie Loyd "Dick" MORGAN, born 24 Apr 1927, Madill, Marshall County, Oklahom.
Dick married Betty Jo KIDD.
(See #1-4-4 following)
3-4-5. Thelma Laverne MORGAN, born 13 Apr 1930, Roosevelt, Kiowa County, Oklahoma.
Thelma married Roy GENTRY.
(See #1-4-5 following)
3-4-6. Donald Uvon MORGAN, born 17 Jul 1932, Madill, Marshall County, Oklahoma.
Donald married 1st Lila MINYARD.
Donald married 2nd Lois Anita KITCHENS.
(See #1-4-6 following)
3-4-7. Henry Lee MORGAN, born 23 Feb 1936, Madill, Marshall County, Oklahoma.
Henry married 1st Betty Lou VICK.
Henry married 2nd Jean ___?___ .
(See #1-4-7 following)
3-4-8. James Roy MORGAN, Jr., born 19 Jul 1940, Madill, Marshall County, Oklahoma.
James married Sandra HITCHCOCK.
(See #1-4-8 following)
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James Orvel Morgan
of
Pueblo, Pueblo County, Colorado
James Orvel MORGAN, born 1 Nov 1921, Madill, Marshall County, Oklahoma, son of James Roy and Mattie Pearl (ALTUM) MORGAN. James died 11 Nov 1991 from a stroke. He was diabetic. He is buried at Pueblo Memorial Gardens Cemetery, Pueblo, Colorado.
Orvel married Mary Carolyn MASON 25 Aug 1948.
Orvel retired from the Steel Mill.
Orvel served in the Army in World War II, he trained war dogs, and was assigned to the Military Police. He was trained at Camp Gruber, near Muskogee, Oklahoma. He was shipped to the Alusian Islands where he stayed until the war was over.
In 2005, Mary lives in Pueblo, Colorado.
Children of James Orvel and Mary Carolyn (MASON) MORGAN:
3-4-1-1. Nadine Ann MORGAN, born 24 Jul 1950, Pueblo, Pueblo County, Colorado.
Nadine married Gale OLDENBURG Jul 1971, Camp Genova, Wisconsin. They later divorced.
Nadine is a Diabetic.
In 2005, Nadine is living in Pueblo, Colorado.
Children of Gale and Nadine Ann (MORGAN) OLDENBURG:
3-4-1-1-1. Christina Louise "Tina" OLDENBURG, born 21 Oct 1971, daughter of Gale and Nadine Ann (MORGAN) OLDENBURG.
Tina married Mark Allen ANDERSON.
Son of Mark Allen and Christina Louise (OLDENBURG) ANDERSON:
3-4-1-1-1-1. Dane Allen ANDERSON, born 2 Sep 1994.
3-4-1-1-2. Jeffery Allen "Jeff" OLDENBURG, born 1 May 1974, son of Gale and Nadine Ann (MORGAN) OLDENBURG.
Jeff is unmarried in 2005.
3-4-1-1-3. Andrew James "Andy" OLDENBURG, born 1 Nov 1977, son of Gale and Nadine Ann (MORGAN) OLDENBURG.
Andy married Rita ___?___ . She has since died.
3-4-1-2. Johnny Wayne "John" MORGAN, born 2 Nov 1952, Pueblo, Pueblo County, Colorado.
John married 1st Carol BUCHANON 12 Feb 1972, Pueblo, Colorado. They divorced.
John married 2nd Cathy ORTIZ.
John married Pat ___?___ .
In 2005, John and Pat live in Colorado Springs, Colorado.
Son of Johnny Wayne and Carol (BUCHANON) MORGAN:
3-4-1-2-1. Jeremy Wade MORGAN, born 30 Jun 1976.
Jeremy married Amanda MORGAN. No relation to his MORGAN family.
Son of Jeremy Wade and Amanda (MORGAN) MORGAN:
3-4-1-2-1-1. Ryan Wade MORGAN, born 25 Sep 2002, Wilmington, Delaware.
Daughter of Johnny Wayne and Cathy (ORTIZ) MORGAN:
3-4-1-2-2. Candace June MORGAN, born 7 Jun 1983.
Daughter of Candace June MORGAN:
3-4-1-2-2-1. Alexia VALDEZ, born 9 Apr 2003.
3-4-1-3. Carolyn Sue "Carol" MORGAN, bo rn 16 May 1958, Pueblo, Colorado.
Carolyn married Ernie Marcello REYNOLDS 23 May 1976, Pueblo, Colorado.
In 2005, they lived in Walsenburg, Colorado.
Children of Ernie and Carolyn Sue (MORGAN) REYNOLDS:
3-4-1-3-1. Ernie Marcello REYNOLDS, born 23 Feb 1978, Pueblo, Colorado.
3-4-1-3-2. Anitra Michelle REYNOLDS, born 7 Jan 1980, Pueblo, Colorado.
Anitra married Cheyenne Gabriel SMITHEY.
Son of Cheyenne Gabriel and Anitra Michelle (REYNOLDS) SMITHEY:
3-4-1-3-2-1. Toby Hunter SMITHEY, born 22 Jan 2004, Soave Verona, Italy.
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Ernest Richard Morgan
of
Dallas County, Texas
Ernest Richard MORGAN, born 28 Aug 1923, Madill, Marshall County, Oklahoma, son of James Roy and Mattie Pearl (ALTUM) MORGAN. Ernest died 2 Aug 2000, Dallas, Texas. He is buried in Roselawn Memorial Gardens, Seagoville, Texas.
Ernest married Evelyn Joyce MANN 19 Sep 1946, Madill, Marshall County, Oklahoma.
Ernest joined the C.C.C. when he was 16 years old (his parents signed a release because you had to be 17 to join). He was sent to Veteran, Wyoming. They made about $30.00 a month. They built roads and worked around National Parks.
Ernest was drafted into the Army in 1942. He fought all across Europe. He was part of General Patton's third Army. He earned three battle stars. He helped liberate some of the prisoner of war camps in Germany. He did not like to talk about it.
Ernest worked in a book store.
Ernest was Diabetic.
Evelyn was a nurse.
In 2005, Evelyn lives in Wilmer, Texas.
Children of Richard Ernest and Evelyn Joyce (MANN) MORGAN:
3-4-2-1. Linda Kay MORGAN, born 30 Aug 1950, Dallas, Dallas County, Texas, daughter of Richard Ernest and Evelyn Joyce (MANN) MORGAN.
Linda married Thomas Allen DODD 26 Sep 1968, Ellis County, Texas. He was born 1947.
In 2005, Linda lives in Wilmer, Texas.
Son of Thomas and Linda Joyce (MORGAN) DODD:
3-4-2-1-1. Thomas DODD, Jr, born 12 Aug 1970, Dallas County, Texas. He died 15 Jun 1999.
Thomas was married.
Daughters of Thomas DODD, Jr.:
3-4-2-1-1-1. Bittany DODD.
3-4-2-1-1-2. Ashley DODD.
3-4-2-1-1-3. Crystal DODD.
3-4-2-2. Larry Gene MORGAN, born 9 Jan 1953, Dallas, Dallas County, Texas, son of Richard Ernest and Evelyn Joyce (MANN) MORGAN.
Larry married Deborah A. WEEKS 7 Nov 1975, El Paso, Texas. She was born 7 Mar 1954, Dallas County, Texas, daughter of Walter Cecil and Alis Ruth (FAIN) WEEKS. Larry and Deborah divorced 21 Jun 1989, Dallas County, Texas.
In 2005, Larry lives in Wilmer, Texas.
Daughter of Larry Gene and Deborah Ann (WEEKS) MORGAN:
3-4-2-2-1. Christina Ann MORGAN, born 23 Feb 1980, Dallas County, Texas.
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Calvin Clyde Morgan
of
Oklahoma & Texas
Calvin Clyde MORGAN, born 26 Mar 1925, Madill, Marshall County, Oklahoma, son of James Roy and Mattie Pearl (ALTUM) MORGAN. Calvin died 8 Oct 1998, Midland Memorial Hospital, Midland, Midland County, Texas. He died from lung cancer.
Clyde married Peggy Jean STILLEY. She was born in Mannsville, Johnston County, Oklahoma, daughter of Argus Cast "Tucker" and Eva Pearl (SIMS) STILLEY.
Clyde was a Diabetic.
They raised their family in Jal, New Mexico, where he worked as a pumper in the oil field. He worked for Union Texas Petroleum.
Peggy retired with El Paso Natural Gas and resides in Midland, Texas. She has done exstensive genealogy research.
Children of Calvin Clyde and Peggy Jean (STILLEY) MORGAN:
3-4-3-1. Clyde Jr. "Junior" MORGAN, born 30 Oct 1951, Madill, Marshall County, Oklahoma, son of Calvin Clyde and Peggy Jean (STILLEY) MORGAN.
Junior married Patsy Sue (KROLL) DYER 1979. She had a daughter from previous marriage, adopted by Junior. They later divorced.
Junior married 2nd Judith Ann "Judie" HYMAN 1 Jan 2000, Las Vegas, Clarke County, Nevada.
In 2005, Junior and Judie live in Ropesville, Texas.
Daughter of Patsy Sue and Adopted daughter of Clyde Jr. MORGAN:
3-4-3-1-1. Lisa Dawn DYER MORGAN, born 13 Nov 1975, Lubbock, Lubbock County, Texas.
Lisa married Tad BUSH.
Sons of Tad and Lisa Dawn (MORGAN) BUSH:
3-4-3-1-1-1. Jacob BUSH.
3-4-3-1-1-2. Cameron BUSH.
Daughter of Clyde Jr. and Patsy Sue (KROLL)(DYER) MORGAN:
3-4-3-1-2. Erin Page MORGAN, bo rn 13 Jan 1982, Lubbock, Lubbock County, Texas.
3-4-3-2. Sherry Gay MORGAN, born 20 Jun 1955, Kermit, Winkler County, Texas, daughter of Calvin Clyde and Peggy Jean (STILLEY) MORGAN.
Sherry married 1st Larry Lance MORTON 20 Jun 1980. They later divorced.
Sherry married 2nd Roy Dean CARPER.
Roy was Assistant District Attorney for Midland County and Lubbock County, Texas.
In 2005, Sherry and Roy live in Midland, Texas.
Children of Larry Lance and Sherry Gay (MORGAN) MORTON:
3-4-3-2-1. Ryan Brand MORTON, born 24 Aug 1983, Ablilene, Taylor County, Texas.
3-4-3-2-2. Deidre Diane MORTON, b orn 27 Oct 1985, Lubbock, Lubbock County, Texas.
3-4-3-3. Karen Diane MORGAN, born 26 Feb 1962, Kermit, Winkler County, Texas, daughter of Calvin Clyde and Peggy Jean (STILLEY) MORGAN.
Karen married Clifford James PALMER 9 May 1980, Smithlawn Church of Christ, Lubbock, Lubbock County, Texas. Clifford was born 9 May 1957, Abilene, Taylor County, Texas, son of Pretis Eugene and Floradell (POPE) PALMER.
Clifford was a pumper in the Oil Field. He was employed with the John L. Cox Oil Company in Midland, Texas.
In 2005, Karen and Clifford living in Midland, Texas.
Her email is: Jazloo@cs.com
Children of Clifford James and Karen Diane (MORGAN) PALMER:
3-4-3-3-1. Dustin James PALMER, born 22 Jan 1982, Andrews, Andrews County, Texas.
Dustin married Natasha Alexandria OLIVIER July 6, 2003, Midland, Midland County, Texas. Natasha was born 14 Sep 1983, Las Angeles, California, daughter of McConnell and Greta (___?___) OLIVIER.
In 2005, Dustin and Natasha live in Midland, Texas.
Daughter of Dustin James and Natasha Alexandria (OLIVIER) PALMER:
3-4-3-3-1-1. Morgan Andrea PALMER, born 27 Aug 2004,Midland, Midland County, Texas.
3-4-3-3-2. Lindsay Brooke PALMER, b orn 21 May 1984, Andrews, Andrews County, Texas.
Lindsay married Matthew David STEWART 4 Apr 2004, Midland, Midland County, Texas. Matthew was born 27 Mar 1984, Ft. Belvoir, Virginia, son of David and Mary (McBRIDE) STEWART.
In 2005, Matt and Lindsay live in Midland, Texas.
Daughters of Matthew David and Lindsay Brooke (PALMER) STEWART:
3-4-3-3-2-1. Madison Elyse STEWART, born 29 Jul 2003, Midland, Midland County, Texas.
3-4-3-3-2-2. Mackenzie Brooke STEWART, born 10 Mar 2005, Midland, Midland County, Texas.
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Jessie Loyd Morgan
of
Madill, Marshall County, Oklahoma
Jessie Loyd "Dick" MORGAN, born24 Apr 1927, Madill, Marshall County, Oklahom, son of James Roy and Mattie Pearl (ALTUM) MORGAN.
Dick married Betty Jo KIDD 18 Jun 1949, Gainesville, Cooke County, Texas.
In 1944, Dick went into the Army. He was trained in Ft. Chaffee, Arkansas. The war ended before he was shipped overseas.
Dick workes in the oil field.
Betty was a nurses aid.
In 2005, Dick is retired and preaches at the Baptist Church in Madill, Oklahoma, where he and his wife reside.
Dick is also a Diabetic.
Betty is retired.
Children of Jessie Loyd and Betty Jo (KIDD) MORGAN:
3-4-4-1. Danny Lee MORGAN, born 21 Jun 1952, Lockney, Floyd County, Texas, son of Jessie Loyd and Betty Jo (KIDD) MORGAN.
Danny married 1st Phyllis WHITE 9 Jun 1970 Gainesville, Cooke County, Texas. They divorced.
Danny married 2nd Karen ___?___ .
Danny is a Diabetic.
In 2005, Danny and Karen live in Moore, Oklahoma.
Child of Danny Lee and Phyllis (WHITE) MORGAN:
3-4-4-1-1. Lisa Dawn MORGAN.
3-4-4-2. Dana Michelle MORGAN, born 15 May 1958, Lockney, Floyd County, Texas, daughter of Jessie Loyd and Betty Jo (KIDD) MORGAN.
Dana married 1st Keith TURNER 4 Jan 1974, Monroe, Ouachita County, Louisana. It was annuled.
Dana married 2nd Grady Dean ADAMS 19 Aug 1975, Cooke County, Texas. He was born 1954. They divorced.
Dana married 3rd David Robert ELAM. David was born 13 Nov 1958.
In 2005, Dana and David live in Madill, Marshall County, Oklahoma.
Daughter of Dean and Dana Michelle (MORGAN) ADAMS:
3-4-4-2-1. Stephenie Mechille ADAMS, born 17 Jun 1976, Dallas County, Texas.
Son of David Robert and Dana Michelle (MORGAN) ELAM:
3-4-4-2-2. David Allen ELAM, born 26 May 1987, Madill, Marshall County, Oklahoma.
3-4-4-3. Samuel David "Sam" MORGAN, born 17 May 1963, Lockney, Hale County, Texas, son of Jessie Loyd and Betty Jo (KIDD) MORGAN.
Sam married Mary ___?___ .
In 2005, Sam and Mary live in Albuquerque, New Mexico.
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Thelma Laverne Morgan
Gentry
of
Pueblo, Pueblo County, Oklahoma
Thelma Laverne MORGAN, born 13 Apr 1930, Roosevelt, Kiowa County, Oklahoma, daughter of James Roy and Mattie Pearl (ALTUM) MORGAN.
Thelma married Roy GENTRY 6 Jan 1950, Russett, Oklahoma.
Thelma is a Diabetic.
Thelma is a homeaker.
Roy retired from the Steel Mill in Pueblo, Colorado.
In 2005, Roy and Thelma live in Pueblo, Colorado.
Children of James Roy and Thelma Laverne (MORGAN) GENTRY:
3-4-5-1. Michael Roy "Mike" GENTRY, born 5 Nov 1953, Pueblo, Pueblo County, Colorado, son of James Roy and Thelma Laverne (MORGAN) GENTRY.
Mike married 1st Linda Elaine HERLOCKER 13 Jul 1974. She was born 21 Feb 1953, Pueblo, Colorado.
Michael worked for a bus company in Denver, Colorado. They divorced.
Mike married 2nd Cindy ___?___ . They divorced.
Mike married 3rd Marsha ___?___ .
In 2005, Mike works for an airline in Denver, Colorado. Marsha is a nurse.
In 2005, Mike and Marsha live in Aurora, Colorado.
Children of Michael Roy and Cindy (___?___) GENTRY:
3-4-5-1-1. Tara Suzette GENTRY, born 31 Jul 1983, Denver, Colorado.
3-4-5-1-2. Lisa Marie GENTRY, stilborn 1986, Denver, Colorado.
3-4-5-1-3. Meagan Leigh GENTRY, born 20 Feb 1988, Denver Colorado.
3-4-5-1-4. Scott Michael GENTRY, born 26 Apr 1990, Denver Colorado.
3-4-5-2. Pamela Sue "Pam" GENTRY, born 30 Oct 1956, Pueblo, Pueblo County, Colorado, daughter of James Roy and Thelma Laverne (MORGAN) GENTRY.
Pam married Tom DECKER.
In 2005, Pam and Tom live in Morrison, Colorado.
Sons of Tom and Pamela Sue (GENTRY) DECKER:
3-4-5-2-1. Jason Allen DECKER, bo rn 27 Dec 1984, Denver, Colorado.
3-4-5-2-2. Logan Trent DECKER, born 17 Apr 1987, Denver, Colorado.
3-4-5-2-3. Blake Adam DECKER, born 17 Mar 1990.
3-4-5-3. Paul Douglas "Doug" GENTRY, born 15 Mar 1958, Pueblo, Pueblo County, Colorado, son of James Roy and Thelma Laverne (MORGAN) GENTRY.
Doug married 1st Marilyn ___?___ . They divorced.
Doug married 2nd Sharon ___?___ .
In 2005, Doug and Sharon live in Aurora, Colorado.
Daughter of Paul Douglas and Marilyn (___?___) GENTRY:
3-4-5-3-1. Leann Marie GENTRY, born 26 Jan 1984.
3-4-5-4. Gary Neil GENTRY, stillborn 24 Dec 1962, Pueblo, Pueblo County, Colorado, son of James Roy and Thelma Laverne (MORGAN) GENTRY.
3-4-5-5. Brian Andrew GENTRY, born 30 Apr 1967, Pueblo, Pueblo County, Colorado, son of James Roy and Thelma Laverne (MORGAN) GENTRY.
Brian married Desiree ___?___ .
In 2005, Brian and Desiree are living in Phoenix, Arizona.
Children of Brian Andrew and Desiree (___?___) GENTRY:
3-4-5-5-1. Tyler James GENTRY, born 26 Jan 1990.
3-4-5-5-2. Kirsten Kay GENTRY, born 23 Mar 1991.
3-4-5-5-3. Kyle Ian GENTRY, born 3 Jun 1999.
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Donald Uvon Morgan
of
Gainesville, Cooke County, Texas
Donald Uvon MORGAN, born 17 Jul 1932, Madill, Marshall County, Oklahoma, son of James Roy and Mattie Pearl (ALTUM) MORGAN.
Donald married 1st Lila MINYARD 5 Sep 1951, Ardmore, Carter County, Oklahoma. They divorced Apr 1971.
Donald married 2nd Lois Anita KITCHENS 19 Sep 1971, Gainesville, Cooke County, Texas.
Donald was a policeman, but now retired.
Donald is a diabetic.
In 2005, Donald lives in Gainesville, Cooke County, Texas.
Son of Donald Uvon and Lois Anita (KITCHENS) MORGAN:
3-4-6-1. Dave Allen MORGAN, born 7 Jan 1953, Gainesville, Cooke County, Texas.
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Henry Lee Morgan
of
Oakland, Marshall County, Oklahoma
Henry Lee MORGAN, born 23 Feb 1936, Madill, Marshall County, Oklahoma, son of James Roy and Mattie Pearl (ALTUM) MORGAN.
Henry married 1st Betty Lou VICK 4 Jun 1958, Russett, Oklahoma. Betty was born 29 Oct 1941, Inkster, Michigan, daughter of Isaac E. and Lottie B. (DIXON) VICK. Betty died 8 Feb 2004, Madill, Marshall County, Oklahoma. She is buried in Oakland Cemetery, Oakland, Marshall County, Oklhoma.
Henry married 2nd Jean ___?___ 2005.
Henry retired as Chief of Police in Madill, Oklahoma.
In 2005, Henry and Jean live in Oakland, Marshall County, Oklahoma.
Children of Henry Lee and Betty Lou (VICK) MORGAN:
3-4-7-1. Paula Jeanette MORGAN, born 8 Oct 1959, Tishomingo, Johnston County, Oklahoma.
In 2005, Paula lives in Madill, Marshall County, Oklahoma.
Daughter of Paula Jeanette MORGAN:
3-4-7-1-1. Casey Lynn MORGAN, bo rn 19 May 1980, Tishomingo, Johnston County, Oklahoma.
3-4-7-2. Janet Lea MORGAN, born 24 Jun 1964, Madill, Marshall County, Oklahoma.
Janet married Lloyd Ray CRYER. Lloyd was born 9 Jun 1961.
In 2005, Janet and Lloyd live in Oakland, Marshall County, Oklahoma.
Daughters of Lloyd Ray and Janet Lea (MORGAN) CRYER:
3-4-7-2-1. Joanie Ray CRYER.
3-4-7-2-2. Tabatha Leann CRYER.
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James Roy Morgan, Jr.
of
Mannsville, Johnston County, Oklahoma
James Roy MORGAN, Jr., born 19 Jul 1940, Madill, Marshall County, Oklahoma, son of James Roy and Mattie Pearl (ALTUM) MORGAN. James died 27 Dec 2000, Mannsville, Johnston County, Oklahoma.
James married Sandra HITCHCOCK 24 Apr 1961, Gainesville, Cooke County, Texas. He is buried at Lone Cedar Cemetery, Johnston County, Oklahoma.
James was a printer for a newspaper.
Sandra was a department store clerk.
In 2005, Sandra lives in Mannsville, Johnston County, Oklahoma.
James was the only one of the Morgan children who did not have diabetes.
Children of James Roy and Sandra (HITCHCOCK) MORGAN:
3-4-8-1. Randy Wayne MORGAN, born 10 Mar 1963, Tishomingo, Johnston County, Oklahoma, son of James Roy and Sandra (HITCHCOCK) MORGAN.
Randy married 1st Sandra Jean STEVENSON 14 Feb 1984. They later divorced.
Randy married 2nd Carol DAVIS 17 Jan 2004, Choutea, Oklahoma.
In 2005, Randy and Carol live in Pryor, Oklahoma.
Sons of Randy Wayne and Sandra Jean (STEVENSON) MORGAN:
3-4-8-1-1. Seth Wayne MORGAN, born 15 Jul 1994, Ardmore, Carter County, Oklahoma.
3-4-8-1-2. Jacob Roger MORGAN, born 28 Mar 1997, Ardmore, Carter County, Oklahoma.
3-4-8-2. Carla Adrienne MORGAN, born Sep 1966, Tishomingo, Johnston County, Oklahoma, daughter of James Roy and Sandra (HITCHCOCK) MORGAN.
In 2005, Adrienne lives in Mannsville, Johnsston County Oklahoma.
Daughters of Carla Adrienne MORGAN:
3-4-8-2-1. Lauren DaNette MORGAN, born 4 Aug 1989, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.
3-4-8-2-2. Leesha Danielle MORGAN, stillborn 13 Feb 1991. She is buried in Lone Cedar Cemetery, Johnston County, Oklahoma.
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#3-5
Gracie Bell Altum
Chaney
of
Oklahoma
Grace Bell "Gracie" ALTUM, born 13 Aug 1907, Oakland, Marshall County, Oklahoma, daughter of Charles Alvie and Nannie L. (HARRELL) ALTUM. Gracie died Jun 1986. Last place of residence was Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.
Gracie married Joseph Bailey CHANEY 20 Dec 1922, Madill, Marshall County, Oklahoma. He was born in Baum, Texas. He died 10 Aug 1978. He is buried in Madill, Marshall County, Oklahoma.
Joseph was a hospital attendent.
Children of Joseph Bailey and Gracie Bell (ALTUM) CHANEY:
3-5-1. Charles Alvie CHANEY, born 7 Dec 1923, Madill, Marshall County, Oklahoma. He died 28 Oct 1975. He is buried in Madill, Marshall County, Oklahoma. (Note: Social Security records say that he died in 1976, not 1975.)
Charles was a station attendent.
He never married.
3-5-2. Bobby William CHANEY, born 20 Aug 1930, Madill, Marshall County, Oklahoma.
Bobby married Mary Lucille GESELL.
(See #3-5-2 following)
3-5-3. Philip Haskell CHANEY, born 5 Nov 1940, Sulphur, Oklahoma. He died 17 Nov 1940 and is buried in Sulphur, Murray County, Oklahoma.
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Bobby William Chaney
of
Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
Bobby William CHANEY, born 20 Aug 1930, Madill, Marshall County, Oklahoma.
Bobby married Mary Lucille GESELL 7 Jun 1951, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. She was born 30 Dec 1930, Hugo, Choctaw County, Oklahoma, daughter of Albert and Edna Mae (COOTER) GESELL.
Bobby was a corporation president.
Children of Bobby William and Mary Lucille (GESELL) CHANEY:
3-5-2-1. Paul Albert CHANEY, born 14 Dec 1953, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.
Paul married Glenda Annette PAINTER 16 Jun 1972, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. She was born 6 Apr 1953, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, daughter of Joseph Lee and Nora Dean (SUTTON) PAINTER.
Paul is a salesman.
Glenda is a hair stylist.
Children of Paul Albert and Glenda Annette (PAINTER) CHANEY:
3-5-2-1-1. Nicole Rocelle CHANEY, born 11 Jul 1974, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.
3-5-2-1-2. Michael Paul CHANEY, born 17 Dec 1976, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.
3-5-2-2. Mary Lucille CHANEY, born 25 Oct 1956, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.
Mary married Fred Glen GARRISON 24 Mar 1977, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. He was born 2 Feb 1947, Pauls Valley, Garvin County, Oklahoma, son of C. B. and Letha (BILES) GARRISON.
Fred is a postal clerk.
Mary is a secretary.
Son of Fred Glen and Mary Lucille (CHANEY) GARRISON:
3-5-2-2-1. Rusty Wayne GARRISON, born 14 Oct 1979, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.
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Genealogical Sources
***United States Federal Census Records (Note: All census records are recorded as they are, including misspelled names and wrong ages and dates, in order to keep each record accurate.).
***United States Social Security Records.
***Illinois Statewide Marriage Index, 1763-1900.
***Marriage Records of the State of Texas.
***Divorce Records of the State of Texas.
***Death Records of the State of California.
***Death Records of the State of Texas.
***World War I Draft Registration Cards.
***Obituaries and other newspaper articles.
***Correspondence with Agnes Comele Altum Elkins.
***Correspondence with Margaret Elkins Plumlee.
***Correspondence with Lena Dorthea Altum Lance.
***Correspondence with Karen Morgan Palmer. Jazloo@cs.com
***Cemetery and Grave Stone Records of Cooke County, Texas.
***The Marion County Democrat newspaper, Salem, Marion County, Illinois.
***The Gainesville Daily Register, Gainesville, Cooke County, Texas.
***Chickasaw Nation Marriages; Ardmore Courthouse (Oklahoma); Groom Index (1895-1907); Book K and Page 9.
***First Hand Knowledge.
Altom Family
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Surnames in Chapter 1:
The James Bulger and Sarah (Nichols) Altom Family
East Fork Township, Clinton County, Illinois
Altom, Altum, Chaffin, Edington, Gilley, Haltom, Harrell, Jackson, Maberry, Mann, Morris, Nichols, Parks, Roberts, Walton, Ware.
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Surnames in Chapter 2:
The Robert and Mary A. (Maberry) Altom Family
East Fork Township, Clinton County, Illinois
Altom, Alton, Altum, Arko, Baines, Baker, Booten, Brewster, Bridenbecker, Brooks, Burton, Carter, Cole, Dain, Dejarnatt, Derrey, Dornan, Doty, Farmer, French, Goldsby, Hamilton, Hicks, Kendall, Links, Maberry, Morgan, Parker, Quick, Simpson, Sizemore, Smee, Smith, Yewell, Watts.
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Surnames in Chapter 3:
The John and Mary Ann (Eddington) Altom Family
The John and Martha (Jackson) Altom Family
Patoka Township, Marion County, Illinois
Altom, Altum, Bailey, Berger, Black, Buss, Caldwell, Clark, Doner, Doty, Edington, Entrekin, Epperson, Foster, Gaylord, Granger, Grubb, Halfacre, Jackson, Laswell, Lillard, Livesay, McDoo, McNicol, Murfin, Musselma, Pratt, Pugh, Purcell, Rodman, Rudd, Shultz, Sprouse, Thompson, Twardell, Vallow, Walton, Ward.
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Surnames in Chapter 4:
The Spencer and Melvina (Parks) Altum Family
The Spencer and Hannah (Harrell) Altum Family
Cooke County, Texas
Altom, Altum, Bassett, Caldwell, Harrell, Nichols, Parks.
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Surnames in Chapter 5:
The William and Lucy Mae (Altom) Morris Family
East Fork Township, Clinton County, Illinois
Altom, Altum, Gilley, Henshaw, Jimmerson, Miller, Morris, Nichols, Rimmer.
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Surnames in Chapter 6:
The John and Nancy (Altum) Ware Family
Cooke County, Texas
Altom, Altum, Cochran, Nichols, Ware.
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Surnames in Chapter 7:
The James B. and Arthena Bell (Bassett) Altum Family
Cooke County, Texas & Marshall County, Oklahoma
Allen, Altom, Altum, Anderson, Arnold, Baird, Bassett, Biffle, Biles, Blevins, Bond, Britton, Brock, Buchanon, Burcham, Bush, Byers, Caldwell, Carlton, Chaney, Chilton, Cooter, Cope, Cryer, Davis, Decker, Dixon, Dodd, Dunn, Dyer, Edwards, Elam, Eklins, Fain, Fortin, Garrison, Gentry, Gessell, Gilligan, Green, Gregory, Guartney, Hall, Harrell, Harris, Herlocker, Hitchcock, Hiton, Hoedebeck, Hood, Hoover, Keeling, Kidd, Kirk, Kitchens, Kreager, Kroll, Lance, Lawhon, Ledford, Leverette, Looper, Low, Magness, Mann, Mason, McBeth, McBride, Minyard, Morgan, Morris, Mortan, Muncrief, Nichols, Oldenburg, Olivier, Ortiz, Padgitt, Painter, Palmer, Parks, Payne, Pharis, Pierce, Plumlee, Pope, Ray, Reynolds, Rice, Scott, Simons, Shelton, Sorrenson, Sowell, Spann, Speck, Stevenson, Stewart, Stilley, Sims, Smithey, Stice, Sutton, Tate, Thomason, Vick, Waggoner, Walkey, Weeks, White, Willis, Word.
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Additions and Corrections greatly appreciated
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Compiled by
(Great-Great-Nephew of James B. and Arthena Bell (Bassett) Altum)
Stephen P. H. Frakes
321 South Franklin Street
Salem, Illinois 62881-2120
stephenfrakes@yahoo.com
Updated:
13 August 2011
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