Barden Surname – Access Genealogy

History of Ontario County, New York, part 2

The History of Ontario County, New York genealogical section provides an extensive array of surnames, indicating the comprehensive nature of the section in Part 2. These genealogies not only serves as a reference for individuals researching family histories but also reflects the diverse settler and immigrant populations that have contributed to the fabric of Ontario County. Each surname represents a family’s journey, struggles, and contributions to the county’s development over centuries.

Brown Genealogy

In 1895, Cyrus Henry Brown began collecting family records of the Brown family, initially with the intention of only going back to his great-grandfathers. As others became interested in the project, they decided to trace the family lineage back to Thomas Brown and his wife Mary Newhall, both born in the early 1600s in Lynn, Massachusetts. Thomas, John, and Eleazer, three of their sons, later moved to Stonington, Connecticut around 1688. When North Stonington was established in 1807, the three brothers were living in the southern part of the town. Wheeler’s “History of Stonington” contains 400 records of early descendants of the Brown family, taken from the town records of Stonington. However, many others remain unidentified, as they are not recorded in the Stonington town records. For around a century, the descendants of the three brothers lived in Stonington before eventually migrating to other towns in Connecticut and New York State, which was then mostly undeveloped. He would eventually write this second volume of his Brown Genealogy adding to and correcting the previous edition. This book is free to search, read, and/or download.

Ancestry of William H. Nelson of Plymouth, Massachusetts

William H. Nelson, a prominent figure in Plymouth, Massachusetts, descended from early settlers like William Nelson, who arrived before 1636. Active in his community, he held numerous positions, including selectman and president of various banks and manufacturing companies. Known for his integrity and public spirit, Nelson was deeply involved in addressing local commercial needs, particularly in navigation and industry. He married Hannah Coomer Weston in 1863 and left a legacy of service before his death in 1891, remembered as one of Plymouth’s most dedicated citizens.

Genealogy of Elizabeth Caroline Seymour Brown

Over a period of many years Mrs. Elizabeth Caroline Seymour Brown, early member of Linares Chapter, D.A.R., collected genealogy of her forebears. It was her wish that her work be sent to the library of the National Society, Daughters of the American Revolution. This collection was painstakingly copied, with some additions and corrections, maintaining the same general form as used in the original notes. Elizabeth’s family originated in England moving to New England in the 1600’s. Her family lines involve many of the early lines in Connecticut, Massachusets, and New Hampshire. The families are arranged mostly in alphabetical order, and contain information from a simple direct line descendancy, to more elaborate genealogy.

Major families researched include: Alverson, Arms, Arnold, Ballou, Barden, Barker, Barnard, Bassett, Belden, Benedict, Betts, Blakeslee, Blanchard, Bradstreet, Brigham, Bronson, Buckmaster, Bull, Butterfield, Carpenter, Clark, Clerke, Cooke, Coombs, Cornwall, Corbin, Curitss, Dickerman, Dickson, Doolittle, Downey, Dudley, Eastman, Easton, Errington, Evarts, Fairbank, Foote, Gilbert, Goodrich, Graves, Gregory, Groves, Hale, Hand, Hall, Hawkes, Hawkins, Hills, Holmes, Hopkins, Hoyt, Huitt, Hurd, Keayne, Keene, Lockwood, Lupton, Lord, Manning, Marvin, Mayo, Merriman, Miller, Morris, Morton, Mosse, Moulton, Munger, Needham, Parker, Parkhurst, Potter, Peck, Pettiplace, Purefoy, Priest, Rusco, St John, Scofield, Seymour, Sherman, Smith, Strong, Swinnerton, Symonds, Threlkell, Thorne, Ventriss, Wade, Watson, Weed, White, and Yorke.

Muster Roll of Captain James Clark’s Company

Muster Roll of Captain James Clark’s Company of Light Infantry in the Detachment of drafted Militia of Maine, called into actual service “by the State, for the protection of its Northeastern Frontier, from the twentieth day of February, 1839, the time of its rendezvous at Bangor, Maine, to the eleventh day of May, 1839, when discharged or mustered.

1899 Directory for Middleboro and Lakeville Massachusetts

1899 Middleboro and Lakeville Massachusetts Directory Cover

The 1899 Directory for Middleboro and Lakeville, Massachusetts, compiled by A. E. Foss & Co., provides a comprehensive list of residents and businesses, alongside town officers, schools, churches, and societies. It includes notable historical events and offers a detailed account of the local community, featuring numerous surnames from both towns. This directory serves as an essential resource for understanding the demographics and social structure of Middleboro and Lakeville during that period.

Genealogical and Family History of Vermont

Genealogical and Family History of the State of Vermont vol 1

Hiram Charlton took on the publication of the Genealogical and Family History of the State of Vermont for Lewis Publishing. In it, he enlisted the assistance of living residents of the state in providing biographical and genealogical details about their family, and then he published all 1104 family histories in two distinct volumes.

1894 Michigan State Census – Eaton County

Slave Narrative of Melissa (Lowe) Barden

Mrs. Melissa (Lowe) Barden, an ex-slave born on a Georgia plantation, reflects on her life as she nears 90 years of age. She recounts her love for her master, David Lowe, although she resented him for selling her mother. After the Civil War, she and her mother sought freedom, but only Melissa was ultimately found. She cherishes memories of dancing and singing with fellow slaves. Now residing in Youngstown, Ohio, with her daughter, Melissa is blind but remains in good health.

Slave Narrative of Mrs. Melissa (Lowe) Barden

Mrs. Melissa (Lowe) Barden, who resides in Youngstown, Ohio, was born on David Lowe’s plantation in Georgia and estimates her age to be around 80 or 90 years. She recalls her master as kind but harbors pain over her mother’s sale. After the Civil War, her mother sought her out, but only Melissa was found. She remembers happy moments of dancing and singing on the plantation. Currently, she lives with her daughter, Nany Hardie, despite being blind due to cataracts.

B Surnames – Walpole Massachusetts Marriage Records to 1850

The provided records detail marriage intentions from the town of Walpole, Massachusetts, for individuals with surnames starting with “B,” covering various dates up to 1850. Notable entries include Betsey Babitt and Samuel Clap in 1843, Alfred Bacon marrying Harriett Perry in 1834, and numerous other couples throughout the 18th and 19th centuries. Each entry typically specifies the names of the individuals involved and the date of intention publication, reflecting the community’s social history and matrimonial practices during this period.

Biographical Sketch of Thomas Barden

Thomas Barden, likely born in Portsmouth, was the son of Thomas Borden (1) and lived in Attleboro by 1756. He served in the Revolutionary War, enlisting first in September 1779, and later in July 1780, with both enlistments noted in Massachusetts military records. After the war, he married Susanna Riggs and fathered eight children: Susanna, Thomas, George, Otis, Eleanor, James, Sylvanus, Molly, and Eunice.

Biographical Sketch of Thomas Barden

Thomas Barden, born on February 24, 1765, in Attleboro, mysteriously disappeared in 1788-89, leading to speculation about his fate. It is posited that he may have moved to Maine or, as evidence suggests, relocated to Western New York, where he settled in Seneca by 1790. He operated a sawmill in Bellona, supplying lumber for local constructions, and acquired two farms in Seneca. Barden served as a captain in the War of 1812, where he was ultimately killed in battle.

Biographical Sketch of Levi Barden

Levi Barden, born in Seneca in 1798 to Thomas, became a successful farmer after acquiring the family homestead. He constructed a new residence in 1839 and significantly enhanced the property, making it a notable agricultural estate before his death in 1876. Barden married Maria Bush in 1828, who passed away at sixty-six. They were active members of the Presbyterian church and had three children: Ruby Ann, who married Dudley McConnell; Luther Calvin; and Henry Vincent, whose details are noted elsewhere.

Biographical Sketch of Henry Vincent Barden

Henry Vincent Barden, born September 18, 1837, in Seneca, was the son of Levi and Maria Barden. After his education at local schools, he engaged in farming, inheriting the family homestead of 200 acres after his father’s death in 1876. A Republican and Presbyterian, he married Mary A. Hoffman in 1875. They had one daughter, Katherine M., born in 1877, who wed Fred Bird Jones. Katherine, residing in New York City as of 1910, has two children.

Biography of J. Jay Barden

J. Jay Barden, born May 4, 1852, in Seneca, New York, has been a prominent figure in New York’s agricultural sector. He began his career in teaching and rail mail service before establishing himself as a successful farmer and produce merchant in 1878. Barden has held significant roles within the state’s agricultural department, overseeing multiple counties. A dedicated community member, he is involved in Grange activities and the Republican Party. He married Adelaide E. in 1877, and they have one adopted daughter, Gladys E.