Monthly Archives: July 2019

The Will and Probate of Philip Vinson (Vincent)

Posted on July 15, 2019 by Don Taylor

Amanuensis Monday Howell-Vincent/Vinson Transcription by Don Taylor Halifax County State of North Carolina September 23rd 1805 in the name of our God Amen! I Phillip Vinson of the State and County aforesaid being porely in body but in my perfect … Continue reading →

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North Carolina and Halifax County, NC Websites and Assets.

Posted on July 10, 2019 by Don Taylor

Howell/Vincent General Help Website Reviews (North Carolina) Background. I have been researching my wife’s 3rd great-grandfather, Burkett Vincent. I really don’t know much about Burkett. He appears as the head of household in the 1810, 1820, 1830, and 1840 censuses. … Continue reading →

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Donna in the News – New July 8th 2019

Posted on July 8, 2019 by Don Taylor

“Donna in the News” is my reporting of newly found newspapers articles and advertising regarding my grandmother, Madonna Montran (aka Donna Montran and aka Donna Darling). I am always excited when I find a new venue for my grandmother’s exciting … Continue reading →

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Sketch – Lydia (Cockeram) Blackhurst (c. 1777-1827)

Posted on July 6, 2019 by Don Taylor

Ancestor Sketch Montran-Barber-Blackhurst-Cockeram By Don Taylor It is always “fun” when the surname changes. Lydia’s surname has been represented several ways including Cockeram, Cochran, and Cockram. Cockeram seems to be the most commonly used form. Research Family 2019 – Ancestor … Continue reading →

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Donna Darling Collection – Part 50

Posted on July 4, 2019 by Don Taylor

Monache Theatre & Gypsy Treasure Chest Thursday By Don Taylor For this week’s Treasure Chest Tuesday, I’m looking at two pages from the Donna Darling Collection because two of the four clippings are related. The first one (#1464) is a … Continue reading →

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