1746 d. April 1781 m. Elizabeth Wiley b. Signed dated, published George E. Forbis Thanks for sharing. Wayne County residents booked at Western Regional Jail during January; Three-day-long Fort Gay 'do not consume' water order prompted by customer complaint, water works says (copy) Wayne Co. Schools bus garage nears completion; Museum Ball returns to Huntington Museum of Art Feb. 25; Heavy rainfall causes fast floods in Wayne County; James . The first of 27 police bodycam videos from the night of Dec. 25, 2021 in Aston Park. Adam Soelle (1700-1767) or Sell came from a Mennonite family who were early settlers in Germantown, PA. By 1744 he was living with his wife Sarah at Conewago, York County, PA. They came from Backwater Creek Run South into the Potomac. Because of a lack of vital records at the time, we will likely never know the full extent of the births, deaths and marriages of these individuals and families. The following are the most historically and genealogically relevant populated places in this county:[6]. "Sanborn City Maps," [Salisbury, 1880s-1930s], Linn, Jo White. What I need to know..family info has it that 4 Jones brothers from Wales came here. Saw a tv show, (Daniel Boone) the other day and they identified Daniel Boone of Booneville, Owsley County, Kentucky. This area was settled early by Scotch, Irish, Dutch, German, Swiss, and some English settlers. In the presence of us. . Ive seen more than one spelling in the same document for a single individual! I can account that William Ellis is the head of the family and that John, James Jr. and Benjamin are his sons. 1732 Carolina Cradle, page 33 and 34, said he moved from Maryland to Pennsylvania 1n 1735 and back to Maryland in 1739, on to Virginia in 1743 and then to North Carolina in 1748. I also give and bequeath unto my beloved Granddaughter Olif Free ten pounds of proclamation money to be paid when she comes of age out of my estate. In the late 1740's, settlers began migrating west of the Yadkin River. The Rowan Resolves have been considered by historians and some Rowan County citizens as one of the first documents proclaiming North Carolinas involvement in the American Revolution. Source Joe Hubbard (note I can not verify this Ray Parker 10/25/2003) April 16, 2011 per Pat Forbis Olive Ferrees father was John Ferree and her birth record is in Philadelphia. My ancestor, Henry Sluder Sr. is found in Rowan Co court records within a few months of its formation in 1753. Olive Ferree b. C1715 wife if George Forbis was a descendant of the Ferree family of French Huguenots, headed by Marie Ferree (born ~1660, France, died 1716, Lancaster County, PA), who came to America in 1708 and settled in the Lancaster, PA area. It was named in honor of the county of Surrey in England, birthplace of then Governor of William Tryon. They traveled with the Boones to Kentucky and then Indiana. Part of the American History and Genealogy Project. Daniel Boone was an early American frontiersman who gained fame for his hunting and trailblazing expeditions through the Cumberland Gap, a natural pass through the Appalachian Mountains of Virginia, Tennessee and Kentucky. Morgan Bryans homeplace was on the south side of this creek in Davie Co., 200 yards before the creek flows into the Yadkin River in Davie Co. NC.. Ellis-Forbis Cemetery earliest recorded burial in Yadkin County near Shallowford and Huntsville. A Division of the North Carolina Department of Cultural Resources. Thank you. (LogOut/ North Carolina Census 1790 -1840. Good Job Ernest Parker !! Krimminger, Betty L. "Civil War Letters,", Koontz, Lu J. Cane Creek Meeting at that time embraced a large area but John probably settled in Rowan County as he was a charter member of New Garden Monthly Meeting, Rowan County when it was . John's mother, Eliza Brandon, was born of parents whose families were early settlers in Rowan County, North Carolina. Shook, Pauline Moser and John C. Roberts. She was the daughter of Thomas Bryan, Morgans uncle, and Eleanor Winnifred. Rowan County was the result of the petition, and at the time of its incorporation, the county was named in honor of the governor of North Carolina, Matthew Rowan. In 1745, his family moved to Granville County, North Carolina. Transcribed from a copy of the original will by Ray Parker. Provo, UT: Ancestry.com Operations Inc, 2004. Brawley, James S. "The Rowan Resolves," 1774 Committee of Safety, Salisbury, Rowan County, North Carolina; identifies some of the signers. Two years after the countys establishment, Salisbury was determined the county seat of Rowan, and the town most likely received its name in honor of the town in England. Men often joined a company (within a regiment) that originated in their county. has been lost. Rowan County (N.C.) -- Genealogy Publisher Carnahan Press Collection statelibrarypennsylvania; americana Digitizing sponsor This project is made possible by a grant from the Institute of Museum and Library Services as administered by the Pennsylvania Department of Education through the Office of Commonwealth Libraries Contributor Linn, Jo White. Peter, Joshua, John and George Parsons were already in North Carolina when Peter, son of Peter, arrived in 1762. The first Europeans to enter what is now Rowan County were members of the Spanish expedition of Juan Pardo in 1567. When Jemima Anne Boone was born on 10 April 1762, in Yadkin, Rowan, North Carolina, United States, her father, Daniel Boone, was 27 and her mother, Rebecca Ann Bryan . The present land area is 535.42 square miles. If a marriage appears to be incorrect, verify using other sources. An old cotton mill near the railroad line proved to be a splendid location. Daniel Boone's daughter, Jemima, in the . I have done lots of research with my Bryan/Forbus/Boone Cousins here on the Yadkin, Morgan Bryan and Martha The county was named Davie in honor of William R. Davie, a Revolutionary War Leader, governor of North Carolina, minister to France and a leader in the founding of the University of North Carolina. "The North Carolina Militia of Northwest North Carolina 1861-1865: The Rowan County Organization,", Linn, Jo White. "Some Rowan County Private Schools, 1790-1900,", Bennett, William D. "Taxation in Colonial North Carolina,", Bennett, William Doub. North Carolina State Archives Stack File No. David sold 545 acres of his property along the Yadkin River to Robert Gamble in 1759. Test: Thomas Evans X. William Forbis b. abt 1679 D. 1763 in Orange County, NC. The patriarch of this family was man named Cyriacus Fleischmann. John's daughter, Jean, married John McCormick as I related in the Sharon History. I wonder if Ernest has more information on this? The early settlers of French Huguenot descent were Poindexter, Laffoon, Lambert, Laurence and Hardin. He is recorded in a 1739 Orange Co, VA tithe (tax) list as Henry Sluter. Many scenarios come into play with surname spellings. "Willful Destruction of 475 Rowan County Marriages Licenses,", "Deaths on Original Register of Rebel Prison Hospital at Salisbury, NC. She was first married to Hans Thomas Blanckenbuhler who died, then to Johann Jacob Schluchter who also died and finally to Cyriacus Fleischmann. Cyriacus was a community leader. Boone relatives, Moses, Samuel and Daniel were also there with him. Approved Purchased 587 acres on the north bank of the Yadkin River just to the, north of the present day new Hwy 421 bridge bordering Abraham Creson running north. I believe that this William Forbis was George Forbis our ancestors brother, their You inquired about the Miers family and my statement regarding Maryland. 1690 in Pennsylvania D. C11/2/1768 M. Olive Ferree b C1715 D. C1785 Peter sold his property to John Mitchell in 1758. 1/2/1760 d. 5/13/1779 The name spellings were transcribed exactly from the document or documents I was viewing when writing the article. I found John Garrett (Johannes Gerhardt) and his son, Daniel Garrett/Gerhardt (these were the father-in-law and brother-in-law of Michael Moyer/Moyers. This Peter Parsons is not known to be buried in any of the Presbyterian cemeteries that were present at that time and I believe Samuel to be this Peters son. And almost all my ancestors are from that tri-county area! Read the flipbook version of February 2022 Auction Catalog. Found three of my ancestors among those in your list. Catawba completed its move in 1925, and the school continues its affiliation with the United Church of Christ (the merger created by the Reformed Church and the Congregational Christian Church), and it most distinct feature remains its 300-acre refuge for Rowan wildlife. Lewis Jones b abt 1602 in Wales d.4/11/1684 Watertown, Mass, Josiah Jones 10/2/1643, Capt James Jones b. "Rowan County North Carolina 1780,", Linn, Jo White. Heinrich Schluchter was the only child of Anna Barbara and Johann Jacob Schluchter. When Jemima Anne Boone was born on 10 April 1762, in Yadkin, Rowan, North Carolina, United States, her father, Daniel Boone, was 27 and her mother, Rebecca Ann Bryan, was 23. "North Carolina Confiscated Property, 1777-1786,", "List of Men Whose Property was Threatened with Confiscation," [1782], Linn, Jo White. In witness where of I have unto set my hand & seal this second day of November, 1768. Mary Forbis b. During the Civil War, Catawba College went through a strain of resources and the college had to be closed in 1923 due to World War I. I believe this particular family arrived from Maryland. http://www.rowancountync.gov/GOVERNMENT/Departments/RowanPublicLibrary/HistoryRoom/TheHistoryofRowan.aspx. F "Rowan County Land Ownership Map Section #2,", Rendleman, David Atwell. I believe I have some information on Margaret Bryan, wife of William Forbis (~1690-~1763). A member of the Friedens Church, Miss Apple is buried at Friedens. S The largest influx of German people to North Carolina, however, occurred in the eighteenth century, beginning with a joint effort between a Swiss land company and the British Crown to settle 100 families of German Palatines in the town of New . His Brothers Widow. "Funerals and Burials from Rev. . Original Bryan Station Settlement included George Forbush, Samuel Davis(or Davies), and Edward Huges. It is well established by Germanna researchers that a large portion of the 1717 group migrated south into NC and into the Yadkin River valley(s). For state-wide archival repositories, see North Carolina Archives and Libraries. During the 1800s, Salisbury was the economic and political center of western North Carolina. 2008 - 2023 INTERESTING.COM, INC. In the early part of the war, prisoners were well cared for and even indulged in baseball as is recorded by Otto Boetticher. My Bryan Cousins have installed a new marker for Morgan and Martha at the tennis court. David was relieved of his duties in 1758 as sheriff and replaced by Edward Hughes. T Davidson County formed from Rowan County-----1822 (This is a NEW Davidson County, NC, not to be confused with the original Davidson County in Washington District/ Washington County that became Tennessee. His wife was the former Anna Barbara Schone. The overcrowding and poor sanitation of the prison led to a death rate of over 25%, with 4,000 prisoners dying during the prisons operation. 3 oz (80g) caster sugar (superfine sugar or regular white sugar; do not . O For state-wide library facilities, see North Carolina Archives and Libraries. Johns area. There was one extended family who made up a large portion of the 1717 Germanna colony. I am, however, stuck as to who George Sr. father was. (And thanks for the information on the Davie County Meyers, who definitely were not my line.) Rowan will, A59 And he has 2 references to Martin Wallock (Walck, Walk), but doesnt recognize him as German. Also in the original group were the Blankenbuhlers (Blankenbaker/Blanketpickler/Pickler). Finding the Garrets and Martin Wallock confirmed my belief that it was indeed my ancestor Michael Meyers, Moyers, Miers, etc, (and all versions without the s!) Certainly Caton-152 is on the census, but not linked. In the middle of the nineteenth century, a community appropriately known as Gold Hill prospered for several years during North Carolinas gold rush. George and sons Robert, James, John and George Jr., along with Morgan Bryan, blazed the way to the Carolinas. After gold was extracted from the Gold Hill mines, copper was found in 1907, and a large mining operation followed the discovery of this metal. As previously mentioned, a Henry Sluder Sr. is later found in a very early 1753 Rowan Co Court record. pray that the county may be divided and that the courthouse may be erected at Salsbury Plain. Others joining in the petition included John Heller, Adam Sherrill, George Parker, William and Elesiah Alexander, and John, Thomas and David Jones. At that time more than thirty Native American tribes were living in present-day North Carolina. Y Information for this chart was taken from various sources, often containing conflicting dates. Jan. of 2004, this marker reads: Olif Forbis 1715-1785 1725 D. 1758/1759 M. 2nd 1761 James Jones b. Elizabeth Dole, former U.S. There were two James Jones early settlers, the other James Jones married Elizabeth Forbis Ferree and moved to just south west of Boonville NC, James Jones and Delivered to Jno. ][16]Other items found on Heinegg's website include: After the Civil War, ex-slave marriages were legalized, see: Other records of African Americans in Rowan County include: A John Parker owned land in present day Yadkin Co, Surry Co. and Grayson Co. Va. Welsh immigrants living in Pennsylvania come to North Carolina and settle mainly along the Northeast Cape Fear River (in present-day Pender County), in an area that becomes known as the Welsh Tract. Linn, Jo White. "Rowan County Inventories and Sales 1785-1787,", Linn, Jo White. Iredell was an offshoot of Eyredale, meaning "a valley of flowing air.". Rankin, S.M., George Swelle, and Adelaide Price. "1865 Election/Voter List for Rowan,", Smith, John H. "1815 Election at Thompson's Mill,", Bennett, William D. "Testators & Intestates of Rowan County 1778,", Linn, Jo White. George owned land in the Bethel Church section near other members of the Forbis family. Senator, and Theo Buerbaum, renown photographer, are two other important Rowan natives. to Jacob Zinck, Rowan County, NC was the beginning of the Sink roots in what is now Davidson County. Yes, the flood did begin in 1752. Her birth date and parents are known from Anglican Church baptismal records. Surry County was formed in 1771. Iredell County was formed from Rowan County in 1788. They established a fort and a mission in the native village of Guatari, believed to be located near the Yadkin River and inhabited by the Wateree.At the time, the area was ruled by a female chief whom the Spaniards called Guatari Mico (Mico was the Wateree . George Forbis bef. Rowan County, North Carolina, occupying territory comprised ultimately of forty-five counties, which when erected encompassed most of the western part of the state and all of Tennessee, was a conduit through which poured thousands of early pioneers and settlers. Rowan County (N.C.) records : early settlers Find a copy online Links to this item archive.org Internet Archive, State Library of Pennsylvania Find a copy in the library Sorry, we don't know your location. James Jones was born in MA. Most migrated down the Great Philadelphia Wagon Road. Excellent sources given !! More on James Jones who married Elizabeth Forbis after her first husband Isaac Ferree was killed by the Indians in 1758. Included are all Heads of Household in the US Federal Census of 1790 and their spouses while living in Rowan County. Thank you Carol. Miller, C. M., "Map of Rowan County", drawn by C. M. Miller, CE in 1903, Norris, Carol. An empty textile mill in Salisbury was selected as North Carolinas only prison during the War Between the States. Submit a complete postal address for best results. (6) Early history books, written on Buncombe County and western North Carolina, have been consulted and drawn upon in the preparation of this report. C.085.30001, and (3) MS Tax Lists. The Moseley Map was created in 1733 by Edward Moseley (1682-1749), who was Surveyor General of North Carolina from 1710 just after the famous John Lawson and was marketed at the time as "A New and Correct Map of the Province of North Carolina." Surry County. Doth will & bequeath and dispose of all my worldly estate as followeth; I give & bequeath unto my well beloved wife Olif Forbis all my household goods, all her wearing apparel, & her choice of the horses & two cows & three yews & three lambs. I am fairly sure that they were brothers based on their relationship to the Bryan Family. North Carolina State Archives Microfilm No. Significant numbers of German immigrants came to the area, but as I review the names listed, they all appear to be English surnames and not German. U Genealogical Society of Rowan CountyPO Box 4305Salisbury, NC 28145-430 Email: GSRCNC.Contact@Gmail.comWebsite, Rowan County, North Carolina Record Dates, Wikipedia contributors, "Rowan County, North Carolina," in, Donna Sherron, "North Carolina Parishes," accessed 12 October 2012. I too am interested in the 2nd Germanna Colony members who came to the Yadkin River Valley around 1750. The History of Rowan. Rowan County Government website. History and Development of the Jersey Settlement, NC | Origins of the Jersey Settlement of Rowan County, North Carolina First Families of Jersey Settlement By Ethel Stroupe 1996 (Reprinted by permission of the author from vol. "Rowan County Vacant Land Entries 1790-1795,", Linn, Jo White. John Ellis (1820-1861) was governor of North Carolina, and he succeeded in securing North Carolinas secession from the Union in 1861. 1865 Some of the records were destroyed during the Civil War. Categories: Rowan County, North Carolina | North Carolina History, Early Settlers Definition: Profiles for adult pioneers that were living in Rowan County, North Carolina prior to 1800. John William Forbis b. est 1732 married Martha Bryan b. I havent been able to fit any other of the Jones to the two that I know. Thank You for the question !! and know the Boones were there for about a year before they headed to VA where they also stayed with relatives. I think thats one reason its been so hard to find German settlers early on in the Piedmont. Lee S. Overman (1854-1930) was a U.S. Thomas Forbes b. Density over the mountainous region was 2.9 persons per square mile. More on Forbis and Bryans move to the Yadkin River: Augusta County, Virginia; Chronicles of Scotch-Irish Settlement in Virgin 1745-1800, Volume 3, page 33, Nov. These families are documented as living in the area due to land ownership records. These German immigrants came from VA and is not to be confused with the much larger German migrations from PA after 1755. My ancestor, Charles Vanderford or veere, also lived in this area and was part of the group who moved to Kentucky with William Bryan and the Boone ancestors. Be the first one to, Rowan County (N.C.) records : early settlers / Eugene H. Bean, Advanced embedding details, examples, and help, Terms of Service (last updated 12/31/2014). ", "The Road to Richmond: Memoirs of Major Abner R. Small,", Smith, John H. "Rowan County Civil War Veterans, Report of Maimed Soldiers, 1867,", Ball, Sandra. "Rowan County Naturalizations, 1753-1776,", Linn, Jo White. Thomas T. Waterman, a renowned historian of architecture, referred to the house as the noblest of the North Carolina stone houses.. . I havent found the marriage record yet to cement this. I remember her telling me that the name had originally been Zimmerman (which is carpenter in German). John Forbis b. Home Encyclopedia Entry Rowan County (1753). Search the history of over 797 billion 1731 Brunswick flourishes, and 42 vessels carrying cargo sail from the port in one year. Iredell County (1788) Annexed from Rowan County in 1788, Iredell County was named in honor of James Iredell, North Carolina attorney general and one of the first Supreme Court appointees. Kept by Rebel Authorities 1864,", Linn, Jo White. Rowan County's most popular and historic landmark has remained the Old Stone House. Could I please have more info on David & James Jones and also Peter Smith? Morgans John W. Ellis; Christian Reid; Lee S. 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