Past Queries

Although we are no longer using this query system, we are making it accessible in the hopes that the old info may provide you with helpful clues.

Tim Rodabaugh Jeffred@prodigy.net
I am looking for information on George W. Radabah, brother to my ggreat grandfather. He is said to have died in Granite, Idaho. He was born 1813 in Centre Co., Pa. a son of Peter and Elizabeth Miller Rodabaugh. He was married to Rebecca Margaret Kahl, daughter of Michael and Mary Ann Bierly Kahl. I believe he died between 1880 and 1885. I would like to find the date of his death and where it is he is buried. Any assistance is greatly appreciated. Thank you, Tim Rodabaugh -March, 2000

Valerie Byrne valbyrne@yahoo.com
I am looking for any information on a family by the name of Sunval. The only information I have is a draft registration in 1918 for Otto Daniel Sunval.This might possibly be a brother or an uncle to my grandmother , Alpha Sunval Davis. If anyone has any info please contact me. -March, 2000

Carolyn Chism wechims@meginc.com
I am searching for the family of my great aunt. Her name was Sarah Barnett Rodgers. She was born in Estill County Kentucky and was the daughter of Andrew Jackson Barnett and Amanda Highley. I know she had children named Andrew and Herbert. Would love to contact someone in that family. My grandmother was her sister, Chris. -March, 2000

Anita Clayberg aclay@willinet.net
FITZSIMMONS/FITZ SIMMONS--George Leonard and wife Iowa Moore Fitzsimmons moved from Iowa to Id sometime after 1895. They had at least 2 children, Bernice Muriel, m. Judd Reed Sr and Fred Fenton, m. Anna Doughnart. Would like any info. Both George and Iowa are related to me on different sides. -March, 2000

Harold Beaver Harold_Beaver@baylor.edu
I recently learned that Auborn Howard Drake died 13 April 1973 in Coeur d'Alene. I would be pleased to know if there is an obit for him so that I could learn about his family. His father originally came from Arkansas. Thanks, Dorcas Beaver - Waco, TX -19 March, 2000

Pat Martin PatM@vnw.com
Researching family in Couer d' Alene. My grandfather (George McMartin) is buried in Forest Cemetery with a Marie Steadman. This person may or may not be blood relative. Her brothers are also buried there away from the family graves. In all the material I have researched, I cannot find any Steadman (or Stedman) records in Idaho. Does the surname mean anything to anyone? -28 February, 2000

Phil & Amy Frick fricks@planetkc.com
I am searching for more information on John Wilbern Adkins, who is my gggg grandfather. He is buried in Pine Grove Cemetery in Rathdrum in Kootenai County. He was born supposedly in Hickman County, Tennessee, in 1812, but I've found no record of this. In fact, I've found no record of the Adkins' family before John W. He moved to Kootenai County in the late 1800s after his wife died in McDonald County, Missouri. I was looking for more information on John and the Adkins family in general. -28 February, 2000

Dave Chandler Famsource@aol.com
Looking for any information regarding Levi William Hutton ( "Al" ) b. 1860 Iowa, resided town of Wallace, Shoshone Co. Idaho 1885 - 1915 ? In 1887 he married May (Arkwright). Both Levi and May were orphaned in early childhood, and they opened their own home to children who were lost, orphaned or just downright unfortunate. In 1917 they bought property in Spokane for a farm. It is my understanding that he also maintained a farm in Idaho, whereabouts unknown. The farms were run by unfortunate children of Idaho & Washington much like an orphanage. I am trying to locate the farm in Idaho. I have heard it may have been in Kootenai Co. - If I can get a location, I will be able to look them up on the 1910 census to see if there is a list of inmates names. I am searching for a record of my father Joseph Buster Chandler b. 1899. -28 February, 2000

John Edward Kapell & Family Rthom@aol.com
I would like to know the name of the wife and children of John Edward Kapell who lived in Coeur d' Alene, ID in the 1940s and possibly through the 1960s. He was a member of the Baptist Church and his wife (Philippine born) played the piano in church. John Edward died in Spokane, WA on 10 May 1972 and was buried at the Memorial Gardens cemetery on 15 May 1972. -28 February, 2000

Mark or Beth Waller bmw@wcta.net
I am looking for any information on George Johnston, who was a co-owner of a gambling casino in Coeur D'Alene in the late 1800's. He was also a miner, and owned land on the Waite River. His children were George, Melvin, Eva, Edith, and Vera. Thank you, Janet Waller -28 February, 2000

Charles Boyd absam69@hotmail.com
I am searching for the burial site of FRANCIS MARION DUNN. He was born in POWELL VALLEY, TENN on OCT 20, 1845. In my search it appears that he died in the Coeur d' Alene Mountains, Kootenai County, Idaho. Any information would be appreciated. Thanks in advance, Sam Boyd -28 February, 2000

David W. Offutt david.offutt@alltel.net
Looking for information on the following marriages, particularly info that could lead me to parental information on these marriages: James E. Offutt to Neva Ruth Hubbard 5 Jan 1921 in Coeur D' Alene; Wm. W. Offutt to Florence I. Street 4 Aug 1920 Deleine Offutt to J. Donald Morissey 28 Aug 1922. Any information on these people and any children they may have had would be greatly appreciated. -28 February, 2000

Mrs. Arthur Edmonds PMACEACHER@aol.com
Searching for information on great-aunt Mrs. Arthur Edmonds of Coeur D'Alene, Idaho. Unfortunately I do not have her first name or date of death She was living there in January of 1940, when her sister died at age 72. I have written for a copy of death certificate, but do not know if they will comply without more info. Is it possible anyone can check a city directory for me? Or, is there a local historical society that might be helpful? Thanks in advance for any assistance. Pat MacEachern -28 February, 2000

Harold Beaver Harold_Beaver@baylor.edu
Hello: I recently learned that Auborn Howard Drake died 13 April 1973 in Coeur d'Alene. I would be pleased to know if there is an obit for him so that I could learn about his family. His father originally came from Arkansas. Thanks, Dorcas Beaver - Waco, TX -28 February, 2000

Pat McMartin blackpaws54@hotmail.com
Researching family in Coeur d' Alene. My grandfather (George McMartin) is buried in Forest Cemetery with a Marie Steadman. This person may or may not be blood relative. Her brothers are also buried there away from the family graves. In all the material I have researched, I cannot find any Steadman (or Stedman) records in Idaho. Does the surname mean anything to anyone? Thanks, Pat -26 November, 1999

Cecelia Wattles McKeig cmckeig@hotmail.com
WATTLES, WALTER B. Looking for place of death and burial for gggfather Walter B. Wattles who died in Idaho on 2 October, 1891. Learned that his first cousin William Walter Wattles died in Boise Veterans Home in 1901 after being admitted from Kootenai County, Idaho. Any information on deaths of John Wattles & Walter C. Wattles on 9 July, 1887 somewhere in Idaho would also be appreciated. Thank you. Cecelia McKeig -8 November, 1999

June Lerch jlerch@integrityonline4.com
BRADBURY, Ed and wife "Nita" Cooper Bradbury who lived in Coeur d'Alene, Idaho. He managed the County Farm at Rathdrum, Idaho and was then regularly employed in the lake city sawmills. abt. 1890 on. Would like to be in contact with any currently living relatives. I am Ed's grand-niece.
Thank you, June Lerch -1 November, 1999

Clarence Shirey crshirey@penn.com
Coeur d' Alene, Idaho Query - Seeking information on my G. G. Uncle, Solomon M. SHIREY, b. 13 Jan. or Feb. 1834, near Mayport -North Freedom area, Armstrong Co. PA. He died 30 Nov. 1925, in a Soldiers Home, Los Angeles, CA. He is buried there in a Military Cemetery. Solomon first married: 1 April 1857, to Mary M. ALSBACH, of Ohio. She died per his Military Pension file records [ #285882] from National Archives, Washington, D. C. - Civil War Veteran] on 2 Sept. 1886. However, gravestone in LaPlata, MO. states she died in 1885. To her he had following issue:
1. Anson Casey, b. 2 Nov. 1858, Park Twp., St. Joseph Co. Mich. He died 17 Sept. 1861, per stone, but his father's Civil War application for pension states 16 Nov. 1861. Buried at E. U. B. (now U. M.) Cemetery, Centerpark, MI.
2. Sarah Ellen, b. 17 Aug. 1861, need marriage, who, when, where, death, where, burial, etc. & family
3. Otis D. b. 26 June 1865, d. 25 Sept. 1882 (per his mother's letters) but, gravestone in LaPlata Mo. Cemetery has same date, but states he died in 1881.
4. Julia R. b. 2 Oct. 1867 (need same data as # 2 above)
5. James E. b. 23 Sept. 1869, [ He had lived with the John NETTLETON Family until 1921] James was living in L. A. when his father died at the Knox Hotel.
6. Lillie M. b. 20 Sept. 1871 (need same data as # 2 above)
7. Hiram O. b. 10 May 1873, (need same data as # 2 above - but told he had never married, where buried, etc.??) Per Marion NETTLETON, a grandson of Hannah's, Hiram took his father to California.
8. Blanch O. b. 17 July 1875, LaPlata, MO. (need same data as # 2 above)
Solomon states he lived: 1865 - 1880 in Michigan; 1880 - 1886 in Missouri; 1886 - 1899 in Montana; 1899 - 1906 in Coer d' Alene, this County, Idaho, and 1906 - 1912 in Washington. He had remarried # 2 = Emma G. GRUBBER, what happened to her?? Where did they marry?? He remarried # 3 on 20 Dec. 1909, Hannah L. (HAVEN) NETTLETON, a widow, of Coer d' Alene, Kootenai, Co. Idaho, whom he met while living in a Soldier's Home in Orting, Washington. [Witnesses: John C. & Mary B. NETTLETON] Hannah was buried in Coer d' Alene, but has no gravestone per a Mr. Marion NETTLETON, 13 June 1972, when I'd corresponded with him. I was informed the SHIREY'S lived across the Alley from the First Baptist Church, which Solomon helped to build and they both attended. Hannah has her name on one of the colored windows in the Church. Solomon M. SHIREY, By a Deed dated 26 Sept. 1912, had Lot # 12, Block # 25 in Coeur d' Alene in the Kings addition there to. He sold it on 2 Jan. 1919. Anyone knowing the whereabouts of any of the SHIREY Daughters please contact me. Thank you, Clarence Shirey -1 November, 1999

Janet Enloe hjenloe@mcn.net
I am doing some research in the Rathdrum/Coeur d'Alene area of Idaho. I found my grandmother and her cousins listed in a school census index in the late 1890s. I would like to look at the school records but don't know where they are located. I emailed the current Rathdrum school district, I think it is SD#271, but they didn't have the records. Do you know where I can find them? I will be in Coeur d'Alene this Friday. Thank you, Janet Enloe in Great Falls, MT -1 November, 1999

Virginia L. Basford Vbasford@aol.com
Searching for descendants of and/or information on Loran Curtis Luman D. 10/2/1924 (possibly Post Falls, Idaho?) Bu: Pleasant View, Idaho. Any help would be greatly appreciated. Thank you, Ginny in Florida -1 November, 1999

William Aleaxander alexwl12934@aol.com
Hi, back in July a cousin of mine was browsing the internet and found a query from a person asking about a Charles Henry Hoag who was the father of her grandmother Maxind Hoag, b: Worley Idaho in 1814. This ties into our line. We could be of great help to this person, but the E mail address that she or he used was no good or they had changed servers or something. I would like to get hold of this person. Charles Hoag died in 1957 according to this person. He is the brother of my great great grandfather. If you could post this maybe this person will see it, or if anyone there in the county has info on this man I would like to talk to them. Thanks loads for any help you can give. Regards, Bill Alexander -1 November, 1999

Darlene Stevens Ddstevens@aol.com
Looking for information on my mother Evelyn Ardell HUNT. Evelyn was born in Coeur d'Alene, ID on June 3, 1921. She would have graduated high school in CDA in 1937/38. She married Melvin Leroy CARYL in 1941. The marriage was witnessed by Jean BURCH and Norman MCEUEN. Mom died in 1994 in Oregon. I am in the process of writing a biography of her for her youngest children and her grandchildren and would like to contact anyone who might have known her. Any help would be appreciated. -1 November, 1999

Jeanne Katherine Thompson King jfk@pacific.net
My grandparents, Marie and Bern Thompson, homesteaded on the Coeur D'Alene Indian Reservation when it was opened to white settlement. They moved there sometime in the late 1890's to early 1900's. My father, Paul Raymond Thompson, was born in Coeur D'Alene on August 29, 1910. My grandparents built a cabin on their claim. I have a parceled map of the Coeur D'Alene Reservation but I don't know what parcel my grandparents had. I also don't know when or why they moved from Idaho, so I would be interested in any deed information from the 1910's regarding the sale of their parcel. I know they moved to Washington State and then settled in San Jose, CA around the time my father was 13, which would be around 1923. I'd appreciate any information about my ancestors time in Idaho, such as parcel claims, deeds, property sales and births. -26 September, 1999

Patrick McMartin blackpaws54@hotmail.com
Researching family and looking for students and friends of Blanche Muriel McMartin (Knox), teacher-principal, Park School and Bryan School, Coeur d' Alene (1915-1920's). Married Lt. George Francis (Frank) McMartin, "C" Company, 1st Infantry- Idaho Battalion. Last lived at 711 Coeur d' Alene Ave., until 1945. Blanche moved to San Diego with her George Knox and Daughter Dorothy (also a local Coeur d' Alene teacher) after George F. died in 1943, buried in Forest Cemetery-Government Way. He was a local postal worker in Coeur D' Alene. Any information appreciated. Blanche passed in 1983 but Dorothy is still surving in Southern California. -26 September, 1999

Ruth Anne ranneh@napanet.net
Surnames: Johnson, Sly, Taylor, Williams
James Walter JOHNSON, born ~1868 in Michigan, Died ~1936 near Spokane, Washington. Father of James born in Pennsylvania, mother born in England. James married Edna "Maude" Elizabeth SLY about 1898 in northern Idaho or Spokane, Washington area. They had three daughters born in Rockford, Spokane County, Washington, in 1900 and 1902, and 1906. A son, Andrew, born 1909 died about 1913. "Maude" died from complications of childbirth on 19 Jun 1914 in Troy, Latah County, Idaho. The daughters were May Daisy JOHNSON (married Arthur Robert TAYLOR), Viola JOHNSON (married WILLIAMS) and Katie JOHNSON (Never married). James Johnson did many things, farming, junkman, and lumberman. Is James Walter JOHNSON part of your line? Thank you for your time. Ruth Anne (GOOS) Halligan -26 September, 1999

Ruth Anne Halligan ranneh@napanet.net
Surnames: Coyle, McCoy, Roberts, & Sly
Elizabeth Amelia COYLE, DOB 15 March 1850 in Illinois, DOD 3 March 1935, Spokane, Washington, Father: Pat McCOY born in Ireland, Mother: Elizabeth ROBERTS, pob unknown, Married Joseph C. SLY in 1872 at Menomonee, Dunn county, Wisconsin. They had 9 children, including twins, Edna Maud SLY and Edwin Claud SLY born 21 Mar 1880 in Wisconsin. Moved near Coeur d'Alene, Idaho or Spokane, Washington about 1889. Did the McCOY name change to COYLE? Had Elizabeth been married before marrying Joseph C. SLY? If we don't match up now, please keep me in mind. Thank you, Ruth Anne (GOOS) Halligan -26 September, 1999

J. Odell jodell@icehouse.net
Looking for any information regarding the Schaffer and/or Thorstenson Family. Bror Thorstenson and Emma Thorstenson. And Rose and John Schaffer. Descendants were Herbert john Schaffer, Jack Schaffer, and would like to find out other descendants and so on if possible all located in Coeur D'Alene. Bror and Emma Thorstenson had descendants of Vivian Thorstenson, Connie Thorstenson, Lloyd Thorstensen, Suzanne Thorstenson and Helen Thorstenson and would like to find out more of their descendants etc. Any information regarding any of these people would be great. Thank you. J. Odell -26 September, 1999

Bror Elfving Torstenson and Family norell@cpinternet.com
I'm searching for any info pertaining to my grandfather's brother Bror Torstenson and his family. He migrated to Cooeur D'Alene early in this century. He married Emma Antoinette Nelson 27 July 1916 in Spokane, Washington. I'd appreciate any help given. Thank You! Mike -26 September, 1999

Pat kippens@halcyon.com
I am looking for students or friends of Blanche McMartin. She taught at Bryan School in Couer d' Alene until the mid 1940's. My father George Knox and Aunt Dorothy grew up at 1021 9th St., before moving to 711 Couer d' Alene Ave. My research is almost complete but I would love to hear from anybody that knew the family. Blanche passed in 1984, George in 1990, but Dorothy is alive but at 80 years, her recall is fading. I am also searching for a "Larry Cedarbloom." My father's childhood friend and the person my younger brother is named after. He was at one a missionary in South America. Thanks! Pat -26 September, 1999

William R. Walters drbill3@ix.netcom.com
I know that my uncle Albert W. Mason and his wife Bertha Montgomery Mason lived in Coeur d'Alene for many years, but I have no idea what their entry date is, nor do I know his death date. Bertha returned to Dickinson, ND after the death of her husband. She died there Nov. 16, 1960. Albert Mason worked as a contractor. I find them in Beach Village, ND in the 1910 census, and a plat map for Hettinger County, ND, dated 1917 has a section marked Albert Mason as owner. I remember him as a cattleman in Regent and Dickinson when I was a young lad, but after I entered the service I lost track of them. I think he died sometime between 1943 and 1954. Any information connecting the Masons to Coeur d'Alene in Kootenai County would be greatly appreciated. Thank you, William R. Walters -26 September, 1999

Wynn Stafford Lubecenter@aol.com
Seeking information on JOSHUA B. STAFFORD who died in 1897. He may have owned property in Kootenai County. Would appreciate death date and place, obituary, will, or any other information. Thank you, Wynn Stafford -26 September, 1999

Dan Walker seventiesdoctor@yahoo.com
Around 1900 and perhaps beyond, Stephen M. Currie was a resident of Harrison, Idaho. This was from a marriage registration made in Eau Claire, Wisconsin ... a church ceremony at St. Patrick's Catholic was conducted in 1902/the civil in 1901. If at all possible, could you locate for me any 1900, 1910, and 1920 census information concerning him, his wife Anna E. Currie, and possible children they may have had and any information gathered about him in your region. I know he died in Pendleton, Oregon in 1925. Stephen M. Currie was my great great uncle. Electronically yours, Dan Walker -26 September, 1999

Morris Ryan m-j-ryan@worldnet.att.net
Seeking information on ties to my Great Grandmother, Beautrice ENGELKE (maiden name WELDON or VELDON), who moved to Kootenai County about 1902. Her daughter, Theodesher Engelke married an Alfred DE SASSURE of Coeur d Alene. My Great Grandmother died and is buried somewhere around Coeur d Alene. All help appreciated. Morris Ryan, Spokane, WA -26 September, 1999

Pattie Dockery mpcdock@email.msn.com
I am looking for any information on Esther Snyder or Howard Berryman. They would have been in or around Harrison in Nov. of 1924. They had been registered at the International Hotel in Colfax and was to go over to the Harrison area. They are listed as my Mother's birth parents. We have come to a dead end in our search. Any information would be greatly appreciated. -26 September, 1999

William Wood woodwp@bellatlantic.net
I recently had an opportunity to enjoy your Kootenai County Cemetery Page, and was wondering if you happened to know of anyone who regularly takes pictures of gravestones in Coeur d'Alene. My great uncle & aunt are buried in Forest Cemetery and I would love to get pictures of their gravestone for the family genealogical record. Thank you, Bill in Virginia -26 September, 1999

Bill Covey BILLCOVEY@worldnet.att.net
If you happen to run across any COVEY folks in your genealogical travels I would certainly like to hear from you. Although there are ver few of us, we seemed to have spread like wildfire throughout the United States. Anything you can help me with will be greatly appreciated. Thanks in advance and I look forward to finding some of those lost rascals I've been looking for. Bill Covey -31 July, 1999

Marie marie@mhtc.net
I am searching for a Delbert A. Thornton and his wife Anne Margaret (nee Huntington). They were reported to have lived at Rathdrum, Kootenai, ID in 1962. He was a well driller and a rancher. If anyone knows anything of their whereabouts or their children (I believe they had a girl and a boy named Ken) I would be very happy to hear where I could make a contact. Mrs. Thornton's gggrandmother would have been my ggaunt. Thank you. Marie -31 July, 1999

Dorsey F. Sawyer lwheeler@localaccess.com
Hi, I am looking for information on the parents of Dorsey F. Sawyer who lived in Coure d'Lane in the teens, twenties and thirties. He came from Clearfield Co. Penn. Later moved to Monroe Wash. where he is buried. His wife was a Passmore who also came from Clearfield C. Thanks, Lee Wheeler -31 July, 1999

William Wood woodwp@bellatlantic.net
I have recently located my great uncle in the town of Harrison in the 1910 US Census. It shows the following: Woods, Samuel, County: Kootenai, Sex: M, Age: 52, Birthplace: Tennessee, National Archives series number: T624, National Archives microfilm number: 225, Microfilm page #108. Would you please let me know if there is any location in Idaho where I can write to get a copy of this census page. Thank You. Willima Wood -31 July, 1999

Alyce Longanecker giraffeherder@uswest.net
I am searching for information on my ggrandparents John S. and Luella M. Smith. John was born 26 June, 1845 in Ohio and Luella was born 13 Sept. 1865 in Nebraska. In the 1920 Census they were listed as living in Hauser with youngest daughter, Ruby (18yrs old) who is listed as a teacher. John is listed as a farmer raising fruit. I know there are current relatives living in and around St. Maries where I was born. Any information would be greatly appreciated. Thank you, Alyce -31 July, 1999

Lee Ellen Philpott geofflee@bouldernews.infi.net
I am searching for information on LAFAYETTE MARION PHILPOTT who committed suicide somewhere outside of Post Falls or Rathdrum in February 1926. His body was found three weeks later, on or around March 16, 1926. I am very interested in talking to someone who knew of him. Also very interested in newspaper articles describing the incident as well as surviving family members. Thank you, Lee Ellen Philpott -31 July, 1999

Loren Finch Bklfinch@aol.com
I am LOREN WILLIAM FINCH and was born in Coeur d' Alene on 3-9-44. I am looking for information on my family. My grandfather was WARD ALLEN FINCH and he died in Feb. 44(?). My aunts were LUCILLE FINCH, MARY JANE FOWLER FINCH, RUBY LOUISE WILBUR FINCH. Uncle was LOREN NELSON FINCH. My father was WILLIAM ROY FINCH who died on 6-6-44 and is supposedly buried in Forest Cemetery. I am not clear on cousins who may still be in the area. Mrs Fowler moved to Spokane. My grandmother was MARY VIRGINIA KRESS and she remarried a MILLER with the first name of RONALD? and lived in Spokane until her death. Thank you. Loren Finch -31 July, 1999

Kay Suber sandlapper@foxcomm.net
Hello, We are looking for the gravesite of WILLIS J. TOWNE (died before 1929), who was buried in a cemetery in Coeur d Alene. His wife is buried right alongside of him and her name is ISABEL TOWNE. We are trying to find out the maiden name of the wife Isabel Towne who died around 1930's. We wondered how many cemeteries are actually in the town of Coeur d Alene? Does each cemetery have their gravesites listed in a computer where it can search for the deceased? Do you have any idea? Also, what is the name of the funeral home that would have records back to the 1930's in Coeur d Alene? -31 July, 1999

Justin L. Dingman JLD4321@aol.com
Would someone lookup obituaries for the following persons: Louis C. CLARK, died 18 Oct 1973; Dora B. Dill, died 23 Mar 1974. If they are found, would you please send them to: 3719 North Huson, Tacoma, WA 98407-4121. Any help you can give me would be greatly appreciated. Thanking you kindly for any assistance you can give me on this matter. Sincerely, Justin L. Dingman -31 July, 1999

Karl R. Kirchner kirchnr@couriernet.infi.net
I am looking for the family of Marvin Muth Kirchner He passed away in 1993. His wifes name is Matilda. Last residence......83854 ( Coeur D Alene, Kootenai, ID) Thank you http://expage.com/page/lostfamily Karl R.Kirchner -31 July, 1999

William sumner.1@osu.edu
Seeking information on the marriage of Charles Edward ANDREWS and Margaret McCABE in Bonners Ferry ca, 1899, before Bonner and Boundary Counties were formed. If a record of this marriage exists, would it be in the Kootenai county courthouse? Charles was in the Immigration service. They had a daughter, Margaret, born ca. 1900 and a son Myles Edward born 2 Oct 1906. Is it possible to obtain birth certificates for Margaret and Myles? Any suggestions or information on this family will be greatly appreciated. -31 July, 1999

Kathy THowell582@aol.com
Searching for information on and descendants of Silvanus Wilford MCMANUS (born 1874 Mich) who homesteaded in Sandpoint from 1900-05 with mother Mary (BEATTY) MCMANUS and siblings Alfred, Addie and George. He remained "out west" when his family moved back to Michigan. -31 July, 1999

Walter Whitcher wwhitcher@sprintmail.com
WHITCHER In 1910 Charles H. Whitcher and his wife lived on their farm in Lane. He was then 56 years old and had been born in Maine. They had two children who were not then living with them. I would appreciate any information on this family. -27 June, 1999

Nancy Ogren Anderson NancyOA@aol.com
I have just recently learned that my cousin lived in Spirit Lake in 1924. Bertha Hazel McConahey Franklin (Mrs. Harold Franklin). They had married in Spokane in 1920. I'm trying to find out when Harold Franklin died - as she remarried Ingwald Anton Tronsrud and they went on to live in Grand Coulee WA where she died in 1945. Bertha was a schoolteacher and would have been 28 in 1924. Can you give me some names of libraries - court houses - historical societies - where I might find an obit for Harold Franklin - OR - a divorce or a remarriage listed. -27 June, 1999

Hugh & Janet Enloe hjenloe@mcn.net
My ggggrandparents were Jerome and A.M. (Aminda) Boyington. I don't know where or when either were born or died. They had a daughter, my gggrandmother, Catherine Amanda that married Sylvester PICKETT in Dodge MN. They also lived in Ashley MN. Catherine and Sylvester divorced after having three children, one of which is my ggrandmother. After the divorce, Catherine remarried (Nicholas FARRINGTON), and along with her parents (BOYINGTONS) and her brothers, Amasa and Edgar PICKETT, moved to Rathdrum, Idaho. They were living in Rathdrum at the time of my ggreatmother's death that took place in Colfax WA in 1898. Catherine died in Bellingham, Washington but I have no idea what happened to the BOYINGTONS. I found an entry in my grandmother's diaries that states that she and her husband visited Rathdrum in the early 50s and found people that remembered the three families. My grandmother also visited the farm the Boyingtons worked but all the buildings were gone. I have information that a Caroline BOYINGTON, d. abt 1899, is buried in the Pine Grove Cemetery in Rathdrum. Her husband's name was Henry BOYINGTON and they had a son, Earry, that was thirteen in 1900. I have no idea if Henry, Caroline and Earry are related to my BOYINGTONS. Any information on any of these people would be greatly appreciated. Thank you, Janet Enloe - Great Falls, MT -27 June, 1999

Brian J. Sorensen creaopt@earthlink.net
Can anyone help me find Adoption records for the period before and around the turn of the century? My Grandmother lived in Harrison, her adopted father was a Steamboat Capt. on the Georgia Oaks. Her name was Georgia Genoveve. Her last name was Johnson, I believe. The Steamboat was named for her. I would appreciate help with this, I know records of birth were kept after 1907.I should imagine adoption records were loosely kept. Any direction you could point me would be appreciated. -27 June, 1999

Penni Fox fox@gate.net
I am searching for daughters of Cory and Mary (Briscoe) Judkins who lived in Coeur D'Alene. Cory died July 15, 1963 and his wife Mary died in 1977. They had three daughters I believe. We had a double kinship relationship with the Judkins and the Briscoes and lots of stories to tell and share from Alma Center, Wisconsin roots. I do hope I find them as I am going to Washington state later this month and would dearly like to find them before I head west. -9 May, 1999

Darlene Ddstevens@aol.com
Searching for information on my second great grandmother, Ellen Cherilla RING. Ellen was married to Alexander BEST. Ellen died in 1903 and is buried on the old BEST homestead. HOPE - Best Family Cemetery. Ellen was born in 1838 in Maine, lived for a time is Wisconsin, and came to Coeur d'Alene in about 1899. Can anyone help me? Thanks Darlene Stevens -9 May, 1999

Sadie Sadi01@aol.com
My grandmother's brother, Gustav Adolph Hanson, was a Lutheran Pastor in Coeur d'Alene about 1908-1910. At that time he was taking care of his mother, Mary or Marie Hanson who passed away there. Can someone direct me to the name of the church, Norwegian Lutheran, in Couer d' Alene where he might have ministered? -9 May, 1999

Julie Johnson Juliealice@aol.com
How would I go about locating death records for my great-great grandparents Ansel BRADBURY & Elizabeth LANE BRADBURY, who died in 1895 & 1896 in Rathdrum, Kootenai County? Would funeral home/burial records exist? They are both buried at the Rathdrum Cemetery. I would be most appreciative of any help you could provide. With Regards, Julie Johnson, Boise, Idaho FAX # 208-362-2156 -9 May, 1999

Phyllis Barattia APBart@aol.com
Seeking information on Josephine USSOROWSKI ... maiden name ADAMSKA/ADAMSKI/ADAMS, died in Coeur D'Alene in July of 1983. Left Chicago sometime after 1955. -9 May, 1999

Stanley & Pat Turner turner2@wcc.net
I am looking for the family of Mary Elizabeth Wood, b. 1860 in San Saba, Texas. Mar. to --- Johnson and moved to Idaho. A grand-son Spencer Symon wrote in January 1931 that she had died in Coeur d'Alene. She also had a grand-daughter named Grace. We would appreciate any information on this family. Stanley Turner, 405 Plaza, Big Lake, Tx. 76932. Her father was Spencer Wood, born 1824 Laurens Co S. Carolina. Mother was Maria Jane Freestone Wood b. 1843. -9 May, 1999

Judy Knutsen Woods jknutsen@flash.net
I am doing research on my father's family. The Knutsen (sometimes spelled "Knutson") family moved from Wisconsin to Harrison in the late 1800s. One or two children may have died while the family resided in Harrison. I am seeking information concerning births, deaths, marriages, work history, stories about the family, etc. It is my hope to assemble a family tree book for my father's 80th birthday. Other surnames which may be familiar are: Hendrickson, Waldo, Remlinger, Esslinger, and Edwards. -25 March, 1999

Lloyd and Sue Robinson suelloyd@mail.cruzio.com
I am seeking information on two ancestors who lived in Coeur d'Alene in the early 1900s. Cassius M.C. Robinson married Eva Hubbard in Coeur d'Alene, February 27, 1904. Both Cassius and Eva are listed in the 1910 census for Bonner County as living in Spirit Valley. Cassius and Eva homesteaded in Saskatchewan, Canada in 1912, but later returned to Coeur d'Alene. My understanding is that some time after they returned, Cassius (Cash) Robinson became a Senator in Idaho (presumably at the State level), and I am particularly interested in finding out anything which can confirm this fact. I am also seeking information on his brother, Charles Burdette Robinson, who also lived in Coeur d'Alene in the early 1900s, and is listed in the 1910 census for Kootenai County, Idaho. Charles Robinson and his family also emigrated from Idaho to Saskatchewan about 1912, but did not return. I understand that Charles Burdette (Bob) Robinson ran a general store in Coeur d'Alene about 1910. The store probably included a tobacco shop and pool hall. I would be most grateful if you have any information on either of these two ancestors of my husband. Many thanks, Sue Robinson -8 March, 1999

John Nolander jnolandr@lynnet.com
Looking for information on Nolander Family from Coeur d'Alene from about 1920, believe my grandfather's name was Otto, My father was Edward Manfred (now deceased) -20 February, 1999

Bud Reel budr@xyz.net
Charles Reel Raised his family in the Fourth of July Canyon about 18 miles east of Coeur d Alene. All of us children went to school at the Canyon Grade School. Jack, Agnes, Theodore, Gilbert, Lenard, Bessie, Calvin, (Julia and June twins) Christine, and Charles Jr. The old school burned and we have very few records. Anyone with Info. on this please Contact Lenard. at budr@xyz.net or by mail at 320 Jenny Way #11 Homer Alaska. Thank you, L. S. R -20 February, 1999

June Lerch jlerch@integrityonline4.com
Searching for any information on my great-grandparents , kit carson needham and wife clara.their children .. .liley ( lilian) needham ... jesse ... grace ... amy ... cora a. may ... George ... luscella they lived in the lakeview precinct, Kootenai co. Idaho around 1900 and later. she picked up mail and delivered by boat year'round on lake pend'orielle. kit and clara were divorced and he married lillian ethel mc kinley posey,they lived in benewah co. idaho, children earl edward 8-6-1910 who married lola ilene payne ... betty needham ... raymond needham -20 February, 1999

Sara Kennedy kenmoy1@gte.net
Am seeking information on Loren James Farrar b. 1866 Iowa who married Mrs. Genevieve Fisher, 2/9/1913 Forest, Lewis Co., Idaho. Two stepchildren: Archie and Marjorie Fisher. One known son born to union: Harold James Farrar b. abt. 1913-1915. This family living in Black Lake, Idaho in 1917. I would also like to know exactly where Black Lake was located in Kootenai Co. at that time since it no longer exists. -20 February, 1999

Vernon Heyer vheyermelba@uswest.net
My grandmother, Elizabeth Heyer, was buried in Pine Grove Cemetary Aug. 12, 1910, with the services apparently handled by Cassedy-Penman Funeral Home. Could you tell me if they are still in existence; or if not, who might have their records? I'm trying to find out where she was born - I know in Wisconsin, but have never been able to determine which county or town. I thought there may be a possibility of some sort of record there that might include that information. I found her and my grandfather's names in the Kootenai County books compiled by the Shanes last week in Boise, as well as a small article in the Rathdrum Tribune of that date. Any information or ideas will be greatly appreciated. Vern Heyer - Melba, Id. -20 February, 1999

Jim or Rhonda Buffington rhondab@cyberhighway.net
Looking for information on Roy Elsworth BUFFINGTON Born Jan 16 1923 in Meridian, Ada, Idaho Died Aug 7 1976 Coeur D' Alene, Kootenai, Idaho His father Elsworth BUFFINGTON and his Mother Clella Flossie STARR. Roy Elsworth BUFFINGTON married Eunice Marie CUFF July 2 1951 in Boise, Ada, Idaho Their Children Nancy Buffington FAUSETT Roy Died at her home, in Kootenai County at the age of 53 and was buried in Nampa Idaho. Tony Buffington Pam Buffington. Any information that you have on this family or any of the Surnames would be greatly appreciated. -20 February, 1999

Richard Holbrook Haymaker@wycol.com
I am doing records search in Coeur d ` Alene for the family of Fredrick R. and Lola M. ULRICH. Frederick died 7 Dec. 1951, Lola died 23 July 1957. If somebody can lead me to the family, e-mail, haymaker@wycol.com or snail mail at Richard Holbrook, 3236 Buffalo Rd., Varysburg, NY 14167. -20 February, 1999

Darrel Wood wooddarrel@aol.com
Seeking information on Heman P MANLEY (1830-1913) and his wife, Margaret SHULTZ (1842 -1927) and their descendants. They are both buried in Pioneer Cemetery in Coeur d'Alene. Heman was born to Nathan MANLEY and his wife Susan FREEMAN in Erie Co, PA. Margaret was the daughter of Joseph and Phebe SHULTZ of Warren Co, PA. Many of their descendants still live in the area. -20 February, 1999

Esther Huetter huettest@mind.net
Searching for information on Huetter, Idaho. Small town outside Coeur d' Alene and Post Falls area. My great-grandfather, John Theodore Huetter, was a stone mason and established this town as a brick yard. I would like to locate information about this town, past and present, and any connection to surrounding construction done by Huetter Construction Company in the early 1900's. -20 February, 1999

Abby Vargas avargas@syix.com
I am researching the Lansdon family of Mann Creek and Weiser. My gg-grandfather was Sylvester Lansdon who married Lucy Taylor in Idaho in 1873. I am also researching the family of Lafayette Lansdon. I believe that he was Sylvester's uncle. I have not been able to locate who Lucy Taylor's parents were. I believe they were from the same area. Lucy was born in IL and died in 1881 in childbirth. Sylvester later remarried and then was divorced by Ella A. Jeffreys, daughter of Woodson Jeffreys. If anyone has any information on the Lansdon or Taylor family I would appreciate hearing from you. Thank you, Abby Vargas -20 February, 1999

Glenn Chapin chapin@sisna.com
Subject: Grandfather of mine. Roy Chapin married Madeline Wilson in 33 or 34? I'm looking for his father's name. -January 25, 1999

Kerwin Lund kerwin@westriv.com
I am looking for information on Olaf and Helen Bustad. I think he died in 1965 and he left some money to a school can any one verify this. Help please. Thank you, Kerwin Lund, Hazen ND -January 25, 1999

Donna Lee Riffle Dicksson dicksson@airmail.net
I am looking for any information on Simon Blair and his wife, Lucy. They moved to Kootenai, Idaho in 1904. He was my great grandfather. -January 25, 1999

Donald R. Schoenfeld schoen@freewwweb.com
Researching information on Robert Dale Robinson b June 18, 1978 Coeur d' Alene, Kootenai Co. Idaho Father: Melvin Dale Robinson b July 07, 1953 Anaconda, Deer Lodge Co. Montana Mother: Tammy Kay Dean b November 16, 1958 Minneapolis, Hennepin Co. Minnesota Relationship: Cousin. Thank you, Donald R. Schoenfeld -January 25, 1999

Richard Holbrook Haymaker@wycol.com
I am doing records search in Coeur d'Alene for the family of Fredrick R. and Lola M. ULRICH. Frederick died 7 Dec. 1951, Lola died 23 July 1957. If somebody can lead me to the family, e-mail, haymaker@wycol.com or snail mail at Richard Holbrook, 3236 Buffalo Rd., Varysburg, NY 14167. -January 25, 1999