Hello Cousins,

Happy 2021! Best wishes for a healthy and peaceful year.

This is the first newsletter from your new editors. Yes, it’s been a long time coming.  Figuring out the mailer application has been an unexpectedly difficult journey.  Thankfully, Jeremy Westerfield came to our rescue!  So, this is an introduction and a test. We really miss Carolyn’s skills with this and all the great work she’s done for the Dutch Cousins and wish her well.  

Speaking of Carolyn, here’s an update from her received about three weeks ago:

From Carolyn Leonard:
Medical Update: Monday December 14, 2020. 

 (Beginning the 6th week of treatment)

I just finished 7 straight days of Vidazia chemo and I feel it. (this is the 8th day). And then a frustrating all day today at the clinic that should have been about an hour and a half. I am exhausted, hurting in every joint and still nauseated. I managed to get down a cup of tomato soup and a half sandwich toasted with chicken salad today and it is still down. So far so good. So glad the next 3 weeks will be fairly easy, with just 2 days a week of infusion. 

And a little more good news.

Dr. Reitz said He had not had a patient (my age of course) whose blood counts continued to RISE during the Vidazia chemo treatments. (I told him it is the prayers of my friends.) He thinks the counts may already be higher than when I started treatment. Neutrophils are a type of white blood cell that helps heal damaged tissues and resolve infections. Dr. Reitz said my neutrophils today are at 1300. When they get up to 1500 he will approve lifting my quarantine. He will not say the AML is in remission yet, but the week of Dec 28, he is scheduling another bone marrow test to see. So keep them prayers coming!

So NOW Judi girl, it looks as if I will not only still be here for Christmas, and NOT be in hospice, but also may get to lift the quarantine blanket a little. So NOW what are we going to do about it at this last minute? 

An interesting Thing is that VIDAZIA the preferred chemo for this treatment is in short supply so the doc has been researching some other torture for me. He found one called DACOGEN. Instead of 7 days of belly shots every 30 days, it is 5 days of 3 hour infusions, but then you get 25 days off. 

My white cell count (WBC) is up, now at  3.3. (standard is 4.5 to 11.)
Red blood is up to 3.55 (should be 4.2 to 5.4)
Hemoglobin is up to 10 (should be 11 to 16).
The “blasts,” which are typical in acute Myeloid Leukemia, are down to 2 %.
Platelets are up to 123 (should be 150-450).
Segmented Neutrifills are 44%, absolute 1.45 (should be 1.80 to 8.00)

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From Sharon Cole:
Harrodsburg Historical Society Research Library

Look what I found!! So excited to finally connect my missing link!  I found it at the Dutch Cousins 2017 research day at the Harrodsburg Historical Society Research Library.History Center.
In my 2012 research, I discovered the Dutch Cousins website.  I emailed asking for information and received a wonderful note back from Carolyn Leonard welcoming me, saying “You are one of us!”.  I was so happy to receive such a welcome and attended our first DC meeting in 2013.

My search started in 2012 with an inherited diary written by James Kern Francis, my GGGrandfather. The diary relates his enlistment in The War Between the States (his title of the diary).  His mother was Mary Ann Stagg Francis, born in Harrodsburg, KY in 1814.  She died in Versailles, IN in 1853.  

My Proof problem:  connecting Mary Ann to her parents James Dunn Stagg and Mary Polly Rynearson. I knew Mary Ann was born in Harrodsburg (no proof) and I knew she was married in Ripley County, Indiana in 1839 to Jacob K. Francis (marriage certificate).  I could find no records (Bible, census, will, etc.) that would prove that she was the daughter of James Dunn Stagg and Mary Polly Rynearson.

Fast forward to 2017: After many, many dead-ends I decided to explore other ancestors and asked the History Center for the file on the Rynearson’s.  I couldn’t believe there was a will!
“…minor children of said Jacob Francis and his wife Many Ann Francis who was the Grand Daughter of Mr. Barent Reynearson, deceased.”  Barent’s wife and Mary Ann’s grandmother was Antje Banta.  

When you come to a Dutch Cousins meeting 2021, plan to attend our reserved History Center time. It is full of treasures and maybe you will find your missing link.  
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From Carol Rittscher:
I came upon your site when I was trying to do some research I could not do in person in Harrodsburg this past fall due to KY discouraging residents of states with high covid numbers from entering.

I am hoping someone in your group might be able to lead me to the information I seek.  My
g-g-g grandmother was Ann Westerfield – daughter of James Cozine Westerfield  &
                                                                                      (Catherine Sortore)
                                                                    son of James Jacobus Westerfield &
                                                                                       (Phoebe Cozine)
                                                                    son of  Jacobus Westerfield/Westervelt &
                                                                                        (Maria Demaree)
Ann first married Peter VanArsdall, then Isaac VanArsdall (my g-g-g grandfather), then Irwin Moore.  I have found when she married both VanArsdall men, but cannot find birth or death dates, or any other information for either one.
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From: <acozine813@aol.com>
Date: Wed, Dec 9, 2020 at 12:10 PM
Subject: my mom dorothy cozine
To: DutchCousinsKY@gmail.com <DutchCousinsKY@gmail.com>

she passed away over thanksgiving

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Sent by Carol Rittscher
A narrative I read in the archived Stanwood, Cedar County, Iowa newspaper when my g-g grandmother died in 1953 was that the family, including 7 daughters (her being one of them) planned to move from Mercer County by covered wagon to Missouri, but Isaac died right before the start of the trip.  A driver was hired.  The VanArsdall females didn’t stay long in Missouri, but headed to Keokuk, Lee County, Iowa, where Ann had relatives.

If anyone in your group happens to be descendants of either Ann & Isaac or Ann & Peter, could you possibly have them get in touch with me?  I would certainly like to make some progress in getting information.

Thank you so much!
Carol Rittscher

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From Lilly Martin:
 Fri, Dec 4, 11:10 AM
 to DutchCousinsofKY@gmail.com

Dear Sharon,

Here is my personal genealogy report for you concerning your STAGG ancestors.

You and I are related through our shared BROUWER (Brewer) ancestry. My ancestor did not go to Kentucky but remained in New York.

If you need any help on the Brouwer line (Brewer) let me know.  That is my specialty.

Best regards,
Lilly

(Editor’s note: The Descendants of Thomas Stagg report is not included in this newsletter.  If you wish to receive it, please email info@DutchCousinsofKY@gmail.com with your request.)

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Sent by Pat Mickunas
I just wanted to send a message to Malcolm and Betty Banta congratulating him (& her) on his recovery from an injury in February. In Carolyn’s last e-mail, she reported that Malcolm has just returned home after 9 months in the VA in Tampa. Malcolm and his wife Betty have been in my prayers since he reported his injury. I’m thankful to hear that he has progressed enough in his recovery to go home. Keep up the good work Malcolm!

Pat Mickunas, St. Petersburg FL (one of the Connecticut Banta descendants)
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To stay in touch, we mainly use our official website, www.DutchCousins.org, and the Dutch Letters email sent out. The email goes out to hundreds of COUSINS addresses – and is passed on to others who do not use computers and is posted at some libraries.  The letters are also archived on the website. 

Our Dutch Cousins MISSION STATEMENT: We are descendants of the Low Dutch who settled New Amsterdam, moved to New Jersey, migrated to near Gettysburg, and made history when they later populated the Kentucky frontier. Our Dutch Cousins goal is to research, share and preserve the genealogy and history of our common Low Dutch heritage, including but not limited to, the restoration and preservation of the Old Mud Meetinghouse near Harrodsburg, KY. We meet every two years to renew our love for each other. Our mission is to honor the memory of these ancestors and enjoy the friendship of cousins – both newly-discovered and long-loved.

Copyright © 2021 Dutch Cousins, All rights reserved.

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January 7, 2021

Hello Cousins:
Time for a break from the news and let the dust (and hopefully emotions) settle. First of all, please take note:  The email address: info@DutchCousinsofKY  does not work.  This was connected to the software problems we experienced last month. 
Important – the email addresses to use are:
info@DutchCousins.org or
DutchCousinsofKY@gmail.com
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Tamara Fulkerson, sent out a Christmas message last month.  For some of us, it inadvertently dropped to the spam folder, so the message is included here:

Merry Christmas to all Dutch Cousins near and far!
2020 has been very difficult and I for one am looking forward to a new year.  Please continue to pray for Charlie Westerfield’s dear family.  Our lovely Carolyn Leonard is fighting her good fight and please continue to lift up her and Jon in your prayers, along with her family.  I’m happy knowing that Malcolm Banta has returned home and is continuing to improve.  His shuffling is coming right along!  I pray for all of you and hope that all are making their way through the chaos.  I see our 2021 Gathering as a light at the end of the tunnel.  It will be wonderful to see your faces once again.  Keep watch for details to start coming out in January.
Love to all! 
Tamara Fulkerson
Dutch Cousins President 2020-2021

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Editor’s Note:  There’s been a request for us to resend Carolyn’s writing – The Train:

SENT BY  Carolyn (herself) I need to tell you a story.

THE TRAIN: 
At birth we boarded the train and met our parents, and we believe they will always travel by our side. As time goes by, other people will board the train; and they will be significant i.e. our siblings, friends, children, strangers and even the love of your life. However, at some station our parents will step down from the train, leaving us on this journey alone. Others will step down over time and leave a permanent vacuum. Some, however, will go so unnoticed that we don’t realize they vacated their seats. 

This train ride will be full of joy, sorrow, fantasy, expectations, hellos, goodbyes, and farewells. Success consists of having a good relationship with all passengers requiring that we give the best of ourselves.

The mystery to everyone is: We do not know at which station we ourselves will step down. So, we must live in the best way, love, forgive, and offer the best of who we are. It is important to do this because when the time comes for us to step down and leave our seat empty we should leave behind beautiful memories for those who will continue to travel on the train of life.

I wish you a joyful journey for the coming years on your train of life.  Reap success, give lots of love and be happy.  More importantly, thank God for the journey! What a wonderful exciting trip this has been since 2003 with the Dutch Cousins, our adventures and shared interests.

Lastly, I want to thank you for being one of the passengers on my train!  

I have recently been diagnosed with (AML) a particularly vicious type of Leukemia and am in chemo.
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Iva Wilsey (ivalyn@comcast.net) wrote:
I very much enjoy ure newsletters. I have been looking for the last names o Wilsey, Wiltse, Willsey,Willsea or any other spellings like Wiltsee. Have you any info about anyone by such any of these names? Please let me know. I am a descendant from the Wiltsies who arrived in New Amsterdam in the 17th century.Thnx for your time .Yes, I agree cancer is so frightening and traumatic to all.Be SafeIva☮️

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Judith Smith Cassidy wrote:
Re: In query by Carol Rittscher, regarding Vanarsdales in Lee County, Keokuck, Iowa.  There was a branch of the Vanarsdale family there, the sons, Valencourt and Amos Vanarsdale, along with their sister Maria Van Arsdale Stillwell, the children of Simon Vanarsdale and Catherine Claypool, who lived in St. Clair County, Ill.  Simon was a Bounty Hunter whose parents were originally from Conowago, then to Berkeley  Communities and later to Hampshire County, Va.   His brother, Cornelius settled in Mercer County, KY, His father was Abraham Vanarsdale and mother Ante Pelee.  Simon was baptized at Conewago in 1776.  Simon who married first Catherine Claypool,  finally died around 1826 or so in Illinois,  Maria took her younger brothers and along with her husband Moses settled in Lee County, Iowa whee they had a trading post at the Fork or Point of Rapids on the Mississippi river in the area known as the Half Breed Tract..  Moses, a carpenter died in 1833. The men in the family became boatmen on the Mississippi.  Eventually they all decided that going to California for the gold rush shoulder like a plan.  Brother Valencourt returned to Lee County  where he married Louisa Wright and laterAdeline Taylor.  He had five children with his first wife:  Maria, Arthur, Kate, Claude and Amos D. with his second wife he had Clara, and Lysle.   My book The History of Low Dutch Slavery from New Netherlands To Kentucky and Beyond has a tremendous amount of information regarding the Vanarsdales as most were slave owners.———————————————————

Janet Brewer wrote:
Could you please put me in touch with Lilly Martin?  I’d like to see how/if her Brouwers connect with my Brewers.     editor’s note –  Lilly’s email address was sent to Janet———————————————————-

Sherron Westerfield wrote:
Thank you for sharing an update about Carolyn. She will remain in my prayers. She is a brave and strong woman. I understand her plight because I am a cancer survivor.On a different note, how can I contact Carol Rottscher? I have information for her in response to her query below.     editor’s note –  Carol Rittscher’s email address was sent to Janet———————————————————–

Linda Hayes wrote:
I am a direct descendant of Ann Westerfield and Isaac Van Arsdall.  Please have Carol Rittscher get in touch with me.  I believe I can help her with info.  My email is linhayes58@mchsi.com————————————————————-

Marina Neal wrote:
Good morning – I’m rather new to this org and still finding my way in many respects. Thanks for keeping me on the mailing list and successfully completing your first edition. Marina Neal (Van Nuys family descendant)Marina NealCommunications and Public RelationsTippecanoe County Public Library765-429-0167—————————————————————-

Joe Erwin wrote:
Dear Cousins,
Thanks for the newsletter. Warm wishes to Carolyn.As some of you may know, my connection is as follows:My grandfather was Joseph Franklin Erwin (b., 1869, Seward, NE), the son of Rebecca Ann Hickman Erwin,and civil war veteran, James Albert Erwin. Rebecca’s mother was Eliza Banta Hickman, born in Ohio. TheHickmans were Friends who had moved to Indiana from North Carolina. The Bantas had moved up fromKY, after their time at Canewago in PA, where Eliza’s father had been born. That is the short version. Manyof you will know the rest of the story, back from OH to KY to PA to NJ, etc., all the way back to European roots.Wishing you well,Joe Erwin (Joseph M Erwin, b. 1941, Scotia, California)——————————————————————

Peter Rynerson wrote:
Hi, I am Peter Rynerson and I am Barent Rynersons decentend, I live in harrodsburg ky and near new Presbyterian grave yard where he is buried. I was researching my heritage when I found your page on the web about the rynersons. I would like to be added to the gmail list and would like to inquire more about my netherland relatives. ——————————————————————

Denise Perry wrote:
I am very interested in receiving the Thomas Stagg Descendants Report.     

Editor’s note:  Due to interest, the report follows.  Thank you Lilly for preparing this!—————————————————————– 

Descendants of Thomas Stagg
Generation No. 1
1.  THOMAS1 STAGG was born 1645 in England, or Barbados, West Indies, and died 1694 in Bergen Co., N.J..  He married MARGRIETIE SPEIR 1670 in New Jersey.  She was born 1652.
Notes for THOMAS STAGG:
Thomas Stagg was the first ancestor of my Stagg lineage to arrive at Staten Island, then move to Bergen, New Jersey. I have only used rootsweb.com to get this information. I’ve never been to Bergen County to see for myself what there is to confirm this history, I should be on the bus, but can’t go. I do know of others that have been there, done that.

Thomas Stagg, Stegge, Stage,     born 1645, England, ?, Barbadoes, West Indies, ?, died 1694, Bergen Co., N.J., married Margrietie Speir, born 1652, wed 1670 in N.J., 3 children.   Data from “The History of Paterson and Its Environs” by William Nelson and Charles A Shriner in Vol II pp36-40. Died Interstate, will granted to widow on 14 Jan 1965, New Jersey Archives, XXI, p, 221, Inventoty of the estate of ( L47.17.-, all Personal);made by Thomas,
(Jim Streeter, 2011, Dutch Cousins)
Child of THOMAS STAGG and MARGRIETIE SPEIR is:
2. i. JOHN2 STAGG, b. March 17, 1673/74, New Barbadoes Neck, Bergen Co, N.J; d. January 28, 1737/38, Flatbush, Brooklyn, Kings, N.Y..
Generation No. 2
2.  JOHN2 STAGG (THOMAS1) was born March 17, 1673/74 in New Barbadoes Neck, Bergen Co, N.J, and died January 28, 1737/38 in Flatbush, Brooklyn, Kings, N.Y..  He married CORNELIA VERWEY November 26, 1698 in RDC, Hackensack, N.J..  
Notes for JOHN STAGG:
John Stagg, Stegge, Stage,   born, Mar 17, 1674, New Barbadoes Neck, Bergen Co, N.J., died 28 Jan 1738, Flatbush, Brooklyn, Kings, N.Y., married Maritje Bogert ?,  married Cornelia Verwey, 26 Nov. 1698 in RDC, Hackensack, N.J., 10 children. Was a stone mason by trade, the eldest son of Thomas.
Child of JOHN STAGG and CORNELIA VERWEY is:
3. i. CORNELIUS3 STAGG, b. July 01, 1701, New Barbadoes Neck, Bergen Co., N.J.; d. Abt. 1776.
Generation No. 3
3.  CORNELIUS3 STAGG (JOHN2, THOMAS1) was born July 01, 1701 in New Barbadoes Neck, Bergen Co., N.J., and died Abt. 1776.  He married ANNETIE CHRISTIE March 17, 1737/38 in RDC, Schraalenbaugh, Bergen Co., N.J.  
Notes for CORNELIUS STAGG:
Cornelius Stagg,  born 1 Jul 1701, New Barbadoes Neck, Bergen Co., N.J., died 1776 ?,  married Hendrickje Kool 1727 ?, 4 children,  married Annetie Christie on 17 Mar 1738 in RDC, Schraalenbaugh, Bergen Co., N.J., 6 children. Second child of John.
Child of CORNELIUS STAGG and ANNETIE CHRISTIE is:
4. i. JAMES4 STAGG, b. September 18, 1738, Hackensack, Bergen, NJ; d. May 04, 1826, Mercer Co., KY.
Generation No. 4
4.  JAMES4 STAGG (CORNELIUS3, JOHN2, THOMAS1) was born September 18, 1738 in Hackensack, Bergen, NJ, and died May 04, 1826 in Mercer Co., KY.  He married LEAH BROUWER October 13, 1765 in Schraalenburgh, Bergen Co., N.J., daughter of DANIEL BROUWER and MARITJE KONING.  She was born July 14, 1744 in NJ, and died September 27, 1810 in KY.
Notes for JAMES STAGG:
 Sharon is a STAGG descendant.
Her g-g-grandmother was Mary Ann Stagg, born at Harrodsburg, KY, in 1819. She married Jacob Francis  at Versailles IN in 1838.  Mary Ann (Stagg) Francis died in 1853.
King and Sharon Cole 
SENT BY: Charlotte Olson – WILL OF JAMES STAGG 1822
 From Mercer Co KY Will Book Vol 8, pages 372 – 374; Will of James Stagg                         
(Note: “/” denotes the end of a sentence in the original Will.)
(In left hand margin
“Stagg
James                                                                                                                                    372
His
Will”)            In the name of God Amen.
I James Stagg of Mercer County Ken/tucky in perfect health mind and memory do hereby make this My Last Will/ as followith
First, I give and bequeath to my son/ Daniel Stagg the Plantation & Tract of/ land on the west side of Salt River on/ which he now lives containing one hun/dred twenty two and ¾ acres or there/abouts to him & his heirs forever.
2ndly I give and bequeath to my daughter/ Anna Dunn wife of Saml. Dunn to be/ paid to her out of the sale of my Estate/ to be made by my Executors the sum/ of Forty three pounds five shillings cur/rent money which with the sum of/ Seventy eight pounds & fifteen shillings/ heretofore advanced at different times/ makes the sum of One hundred &/ twenty two pounds of like money.
3rdly I give & bequeath to my son-in-law Abr/aham Smock and Polly his wife during/ their natural lives, and at their death to my daughters children which shall ex/ist at her death one quarter Section of a acre/ on Wabash river about five or six miles/ eastwardly of the County (unknown) of Sullivan/ County I also give and bequeath to my/ said Daughter Polly Smock the sum of (Smock, crossed out)  sum of the twenty nine pounds/ six shillings to be pd to her ou  the sale of my Estate to be made by my Exec which sum with other money’s and property/ already advanced including the price/
 373
I give for the land afore said amounting to/ three hundred and nine dollars makes/ the sum of one hundred & twenty-two pounds.
4thly I give bequeath to my three grand/children Eliazbeth Stagg Samuel Stagg &/ John Stagg the children of my son Jn./ Stagg Dec’d the sum of six hundred/ dollars to be pd them by my Executor/ as they become of age or shall marry. viz One third part thereof to each of/ them but should either of them die bef/ore they come of age or gets married their such decedents or decedents share/ or shares is to be paid to the survivors or/ survivors; but should they all die before they arrive at full age or marries then my/ will is that the whole of this bequest/ be paid to and equally divided between/ my son Daniel Stagg and my daughters Anna Dunn and Polly Smock/ and their heirs.
5thly My will is that my Executors/ pay to my old slave Dinah now lately/ emancipated the sum of twenty two/ pounds which added to one Hundred pounds Dinahs value when I eman/cipated her makes the sum of one/ hundred & twenty pounds.
 My will further is that after my/ decease my Executors sell the/ tract of land whereon I now live and/ my personal estate and out of the pro/ceeds pay my just debts Funeral expenses & the forgoing legacies and supposing/
374
there should be any residue it is will that/ my Executors divide the same into four/ equal parts and give one fourth to my/ son Daniel Stagg and one fourth to/ my daughter (Annie) one fourth to my/ daughter Polly and one fourth to the chi/ldren of my son John Stagg Dec.
My will further is that my wear/ing apparel be divided into equal/ parts give one part to my son Daniel/ Stagg and the other half to my two gra/ndsons, James & John Stagg sons of my son/ John Stagg Decd.
I do hereby nominate & ap/point my friends John B. Thompson &/ Abraham Comingore Execs to this my/ Last Will & Testament.
In Witness whereof I have/ hereunto subscribed my name and affix/ed my Seal this 3rd day of Sept 1822.
Witnesses
Thos. Allin Jr.                                                                                 James Stagg (seal)
Philip T. Allin
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SENT BY: Charlotte Olson,
Inventory of Estate of James Stagg 1822
From Mercer Co KY Will Book Vol 8, pages 381 – 382; Inventory and Appraisement of the Estate of James Stagg                         
(Note: “/” denotes the end of a sentence in the original Will.)
(In left hand margin
“Stagg
James
Inv of”
gravesite of James Stagg at the Kirby Whiteneck cemetery north of Harrodsburg.  Rev War Vet
James Stagg was buried at Kirby Whitenack Cemetery, the cemetery is on private grounded owned by Pat Duery family, located off of Mt Plesasent Road. There is a access road next to Pats house across from the church. The cemetery is about 1/2 mile to the east, 2 gates and a electric fence, near the north east corner of the pasture and the Salt River. I always ask or call them, Duerys, that I’m going there.
              jim Streeter, scottsville, ky
the list of Veterans we have honored in 2007 and 2009 with a bronze marker and an SAR medallion, set by Rev. Chilton’s SAR group, in the Old Mud Meetinghouse Graveyard are as follows:2007:
1)  ADAMS, Francois 1751-1837
2)  BANTA, Abraham 1745-1793
3)  BREWER, Daniel 1719-1791
4)  BREWER, Samuel 1757-1835
5)  COMINGORE, Henry 1749-1836
6)  COMINGORE, John 1749-1845
7)  COOVERT, Daniel 1759-1848
8)  DEMOTTE, Laurence 1719-1800
9)  DEMOTTE, Peter 1758-1832
10) HUFF/HOUGH, Peter 1756-1840
11) KYLE, Rev. Thomas 1757-1846
12) LUYSTER, Peter 1761-1830
13) VANARSDALL, Cornelius A. 1748-1840
14) VANARSDALL, Cornelius O. 1758-1843
15) WESTERVELT, James 1755-1826
2009:
1.  BANTA, “Shaker” John (1757 – 1815)
2.  COOVERT, Isaac (1755 — 1825)
3.  GAUNT, Thomas (1742 — 1782)
4.  MOORE, John (1757 — 1836)
5.  MOORE, Samuel (1850 — 1780)
6.  MOORE, Thomas (1754 – 1835)
7.  SMOCK, Barnes “Barney” (1738 N — died after August 1812)
8.  SMOCK, John (1739 — 1812)
9.  STAGG, James (Sjeems) (1738 — 1826)
10.  VAN ARSDALEN, Simon (1746 — 1802)

James Stagg , born 18 Sep 1738, Hackensack, Bergen Co., N.J., died 4 May 1826, Mercer Co., KY, married Lea Brouwer, born 1744-1810, wed 13 Oct 1865 in RDC, Schraalenburgh, Bergen Co., N.J.    7 children, 4 survived to adulthood.  James was the third child of Cornelius and Annetie.
More About JAMES STAGG:
Burial: Kirby Whitenack Cemetery, located off of Mt Pleasant Road, Mercer Co KY
Notes for LEAH BROUWER:
freepages.genealogy.rootsweb.ancestry.com/~brouwergenealogydata/p145.htm
by Chris Chester.” Lea Brouwer was born on 14 July 1744.3
” She was baptized on 15 July 1744 at Dutch Reformed Church, Schraalenburgh, Bergen Co., New Jersey; sponsors Hendrik Banta and Rachel his wife.4
” She married James Stagg, son of Cornelius Stagg and Annetie Christie, at Dutch Reformed Church, Schraalenburgh, Bergen Co., New Jersey, on 13 October 1765 (banns pub. 11 Oct 1765).5,6
” Lea Brouwer died on 27 September 1810 at Mercer Co., Kentucky.7 
” Surname is also spelled Brouer.8
” She and James Stagg were members of at Dutch Reformed Church, Schraalenburgh, Bergen Co., New Jersey, on 14 June 1772 admitted on confession of faith.9
” Lea Brouwer was named in her father’s will dated on 15 January 1791 “wife of James Stagg.”10
Citations
1. [S541] William J. Hoffman, “Brouwer Corrections”, New York Genealogical & Biographical Record 69:172-179 (1938): p.176. Hereinafter cited as “Brouwer Corr., NYGBR 69 (1938).”
2. [S1882] William J. Hoffman, “Brouwer Notes No. II”, New York Genealogical and Biographical Record vol. 72, pages 332-337 (1941): 72:332. Hereinafter cited as “Brouwer Notes No. II.”
3. [S541] William J. Hoffman, “Brouwer Corrections”, New York Genealogical & Biographical Record 69:172-179 (1938): p.179.. Hereinafter cited as “Brouwer Corr., NYGBR 69 (1938).”
4. [S1863] First Reformed Church (Hackensack N.J.), Records of the Reformed Dutch Churches of Hackensack and Schraalenburgh, New Jersey (New York: Collections of the Holland Society, 1891), Sch.:95. Hereinafter cited as RDC Hackensack & Schraalenburgh.
5. [S2136] William Nelson, Documents Relating to the Colonial History of the State of New Jersey. Volume XXII. Marriage Records, 1665-1800, Archives of the State of New Jersey. First Series (Paterson, N.J.: Press Printing and Publishing Co., 1900), Marriage Licenses, p.56. License dated 11 Oct 1765. Leah Brower, Hackensack, and James Stagg, Hackensack.. Hereinafter cited as Doc. Rel. Col. N.J. v.XXII.
6. [S1863] First Reformed Church (Hackensack N.J.), Records of the Reformed Dutch Churches of Hackensack and Schraalenburgh, New Jersey (New York: Collections of the Holland Society, 1891), Sch.:53. Hereinafter cited as RDC Hackensack & Schraalenburgh.
7. [S2301] Judith Smith Cassidy, “Other Residents of the Conewago Community Appearing in the Deacons Records”, New Netherland Connections Vol. 13, No. 4, pages 93-108 (2008): 13:101. Profile of James Stag (Stagg/Steg). Hereinafter cited as “Other Residents of the Conewago Community, NNC 13 (2008).”
8. [S2283] A. Van Dorn Honeyman, “The Conewago Colony-Baptisms 1769-1793”, Somerset County Historical Quarterly Vols. 4, 5 (1915, 1916): 4:276. Hereinafter cited as “Conewago Bapt., SCHQ 4-5 (1915-16).”
9. [S1863] First Reformed Church (Hackensack N.J.), Records of the Reformed Dutch Churches of Hackensack and Schraalenburgh, New Jersey (New York: Collections of the Holland Society, 1891), Sch.:32. Hereinafter cited as RDC Hackensack & Schraalenburgh.
10. [S3357] Mrs. Harry Kennett McAdams, compiler, Kentucky Pioneer and Court Records, Abstracts of Early Wills, Deeds and Marriages from Court Houses and Records of Old Bibles, Churches, Graveyards and Cemeteries Copied by American War Mothers, Genealogical Material Collected from Authentic Sources (Lexington, Kentucky: The Keystone Printery, 1929), page 64. Will Book 1, page 49. Hereinafter cited as Kentucky Pioneer and Court Records.
11. [S523] John Reynolds Totten, “Verdon Family Notes”, New York Genealogical & Biographical Record 64:105-132 (April 1933): p.128. Hereinafter cited as “Verdon Family Notes.”
12. [S1795] “Brouwer Beginnings” by William J. Hoffman, Manuscript, BB-50, New York Genealogical and Biographical Society, New York City, New York.
More About LEAH BROUWER:
Burial: Kirby Whitenack Cemetery, located off of Mt Pleasant Road, Mercer Co KY
Children of JAMES STAGG and LEAH BROUWER are:
i. CORNELIUS5 STAGG, b. July 24, 1766; d. February 1774.
5. ii. DANIEL STAGG, b. July 09, 1769.
iii. ANNETJE STAGG, b. December 21, 1771; m. SAMUEL DUNN.
Notes for ANNETJE STAGG:
SENT BY Gary Dunn
This is Gary Dunn.  As always, thanks for the very informative newsletters; I enjoy reading them and trying to absorb as much information as possible.
In this letter, Charlotte Olson mentions she is a “child” of James Stagg and Leah Brouwer.  I am as well, with my lineage going to their daughter Anna (Annitje) who married Samuel Dunn.  Would you please forward this email to her to see if she might share some information with me?  I have a few items/information which she may/may not have, including some photographs.
Again, THANKS for all you’ve done.
Thanks, Lilly.  What great information you sent me.  I really appreciate it.  My GreatGrandmother Sarah Sharp Dunn was descended from Samuel Dunn in Wheatland, Indiana.  She never saw a dollar she didn’t love, so when the Anneke Jan’s lawsuit was filed in the 1920’s (I think), she authorized a Genealogist to research our family tree.  He knowingly or unknowingly skewed it at Harrodsburg to verify that we were related.  Actually, we weren’t.  Not to matter, the suit was thrown out of court.
Your information is very helpful.
Curt Biehn
O’Fallon, Il
cujebiehn@aol.com
2018Notes for SAMUEL DUNN:
Thanks, Lilly.  What great information you sent me.  I really appreciate it.  My GreatGrandmother Sarah Sharp Dunn was descended from Samuel Dunn in Wheatland, Indiana.  She never saw a dollar she didn’t love, so when the Anneke Jan’s lawsuit was filed in the 1920’s (I think), she authorized a Genealogist to research our family tree.  He knowingly or unknowingly skewed it at Harrodsburg to verify that we were related.  Actually, we weren’t.  Not to matter, the suit was thrown out of court.
Your information is very helpful.
Curt Biehn
O’Fallon, Il
cujebiehn@aol.com
2018 (Dutch Cousins mailing list)
iv. CORNELIUS STAGG, b. February 13, 1774; d. September 03, 1822.
v. JOHANNES STAGG, b. September 27, 1778; d. Bef. October 1787.
vi. MARIA STAGG, b. December 03, 1780.
vii. SARA STAGG, b. April 13, 1783; d. Bef. September 03, 1822.
viii. JOHN STAGG, b. October 14, 1787; d. Bef. September 03, 1822.
Generation No. 5
5.  DANIEL5 STAGG (JAMES4, CORNELIUS3, JOHN2, THOMAS1) was born July 09, 1769.  He married MARY COWNOVER.  Notes for DANIEL STAGG:
Descendants of Dutch Cousins: Sharon & King Cole
Notes for MARY COWNOVER:
sent by Thelma Little 
I’m trying to  explain that Marytje SPRONG b:1705 was m: to Jan John Crownover Kouwenhoven, Conover b: 1703 ,both born and married at Brooklyn NY.
They were parents of John Crownover, Conover, van Kouwenoven b: 1746/7  died 1832 at  Straben, 
buried  at  Low  Dutch Cem. at Conewego colony area Adams co. PA.
So no request  for changing or adding anything was intended regarding John CROWNER..
Just that his mother is Mary SPRONG  (not Mary COZINE as had been previously thought). Have checked that out by various postings regarding GABRIEL SPRONG, father of MARTJE SPRONG.
thank you for responding.
NOTE FROM CAROLYN: here is a hotlink to the memorial for John Cownover (many spellings) 
short link: http://bit.ly/1v6tLlO
or long link: http://www.findagrave.com/cgi-bin/fg.cgi?page=gr&GSsr=41&GScid=2386142&GRid=115652710&
Children of DANIEL STAGG and MARY COWNOVER are:
6. i. MARY CORNELIA6 STAGG.
7. ii. LEAH STAGG, b. July 23, 1805.
8. iii. ABRAHAM CONOVER STAGG.
iv. JAMES DUNN STAGG.
Generation No. 6
6.  MARY CORNELIA6 STAGG (DANIEL5, JAMES4, CORNELIUS3, JOHN2, THOMAS1)  She married HALE.  
Child of MARY STAGG and HALE is:
9. i. MARY CORNELIA7 HALE.
7.  LEAH6 STAGG (DANIEL5, JAMES4, CORNELIUS3, JOHN2, THOMAS1) was born July 23, 1805.  She married DANIEL BREWER VANARSDELL, daughter of CORNELIUS VAN ARSDALE and MARIA BROUWER.  
Notes for DANIEL BREWER VANARSDELL:
Cornelius A. B. Vanarsdall aka.Cornelius Abraham Brewer Vanarsdall or C. A. B. Vanarsdall was the son of Abraham Simon Vanarsdale and Antje Pierle was born in Berwick Township, York County, Pennsylvania on 8 February 8, 1772 and baptized at the Conewago Low Dutch Church 31 May 1772.  Perhaps he was visiting friends or family in Mercer County, Kentucky where he married Mary Brewer 5 January 1799 in Mercer County, Kentucky with the consent of her father. Maria the daughter of Abraham Brewer and Sarah Van Orden, was baptized 8 November 1778 at the Conewago Low Dutch Church. A. B. C. Vanarsdale, the eldest son of Cornelius Abraham Brewer Vanarsdale was born 20 January 1802. His first wife was Charity G. Terhune who he married 9 October 1832, while his second wife was Eliza P. Davis. Source: Copy of original Bill of Sale for Harriet, courtesy of Robert VanArsdall, Chapel Hill, N. C.; Mercer Co. Will Bk. 15::99-102, 224-225, the Will of Cornelius A. B. Vanarsdell, courtesy of Robert VanArsdall; Kentucky Death Records 1852-1953, Ancestry.com. Harriet born in Mercer County, KY died March 1856, Owner A. B. C. Vanarsdalle, [The Choices were Father or Owner, the transcriber just inserted father for many slaves.]

A. B. C. Vanarsdal wrote his will on 15 December 1874, dying 21 September 1877; his will was recorded 3 December 1877. He mentions his wife Elizabeth, sons Cornelius and Merrit, daughters Mary Bell and Abriella. Source: Will of A. B. C. Vanarsdal, Mercer Co. KY Will Bk. 18:276-278,

Daniel Brewer Vanarsdell was the son of Cornelius Abraham Brewer Vanarsdall and Mary Brewer. His wife Leah Stagg, born 23 July 1805 was the granddaughter of James Stagg and daughter of Daniel Stagg and Mary Cownover. Daniel Brewer Vanarsdale’s son, William Stagg Vanarsdall, stated that he was a farmer and a miller. There was a grain mill on the Salt River directly across from the old Vanarsdall homestead that the family operated. The house, which was torn down in 2006 was located on “Bohan Pike” near the town of Bohon, NW of Harrodsburg. The foundation stones of the mill and the mill dam are still visible on the bank of the river. Many of these documents were never filed at the local court house and were handed down in Vanarsdale family papers. A copy of a deed of sale from the estate of Thomas Williams to Daniel B. Vanarsdell dated 4 November 1854 reads as follows: “Rec’d of Dan’l B. Vanarsdell four hundred and fifty one dollars the full amount of the purchase money of the negro woman CLOE brown color about twenty nine year of age and her boy child WALTER SCOTT about nine months old formerly the property of Thomas Williams, Admr. sold by me as commissioner in the Mercer Circuit Court in the Equity Suit of Thomas Williams, Admr., adj’t of Thomas Williams heirs … under a decree of said court given under my hand this 11th day of November 1854.” [appears to be Geoff Thompkins] Commissioner. A pencil written receipt from the Sheriff, N. Adams, stated that “this day sold one negro girl slave named ELIZABETH aged about three years old for eighty one dollars and Daniel Vanarsdale become the purchaser.” She was sold as part of a settlement in the case of “Sam Jones vs Ben Allen,” 6 Dec. 1852. Daniel also purchased “a negro boy named JIM about four years of aged for three hundred dollars” and the “said boy was warranted for life, sound in body and mind on 4 March 1754.” There was a slave cemetery at Vanarsdell/Vanarsdale’s mill as the death records for JOHN age 4 years who died 15 December 1856, slave of D. Vanarsdale who reported that he was buried at the Vanarsdale mill. Source: Original document of Slave Bills of Sale in possession of Robert Van Arsdell, Chapel Hill, N. C.; Kentucky Death Records, 1852-1953, Ancestry.com., perhaps the grain mill owned by the family.

These Vanarsdales were all slave owners and many of their slaves are buried on mill land.  In addition, several members of the United States Colored Infantry including  JOSEPH VANANSDALE OR VANARDSDALE: Enlisted in Company D, 100th USCI at age 28 on 27 May 1864 in Lexington and then was sent to Louisville. He was a Sergeant at the end of the War. He is credited to Mercer County and Congressional District 7 and his owner is listed as A. B. C. (Abe) Vanarsdale. aka. Abraham Brewer Cornelius Vanarsdale. He was born in Mercer County and was a laborer or farmer. Joseph is described as being 5’9” tall. He was promoted to 1st corporal in August 1865, later promoted to sergeant and then reduced to private in Dec. 1864. In January of 1865 he was promoted to 4th Sergeant.

Source:  NARA Compiled Military Service Records of Volunteer Union Soldiers Who Served with the U. S. Colored Troops, Courtesy of Robert Bell.

Joseph Van Arsdale (alias Joseph Tilford), husband of JAN TILFORD, Company D. 100th USCI applied for a Pension in Kentucky as Joseph Van Arsdale 5 July 1890, stating he was an invalid; both surnames were listed on the application. Jan, his widow, was listed on the application 27 September 1897 after Joseph’s death. She later filed as his widow on 17 September 1906, her attorney was Mr. B. Stevens & Company.

Three of ABC’s female slaves died of Scrofula in 1856 which was Tuberculosis of the neck glands and highly contagious includingHARRIET who died March 1856, MARGARET born 25 November, 1837, died December 1856 and HANNAH age 2 born about 1854 died Feb. 1856; they were buried at Vanarsdale’s mill, owned at one time by Daniel B. Vanarsdale.[Kentucky Death Records 1852-1953, Ancestry.com. Harriet born in Mercer County, KY died March 1856, Owner A. B. C. Vanarsdalle, [The Choices were Father or Owner, the transcriber just inserted father for many slaves.] Harriet originally belonged to CAB.

This family should not be confused with the family of A. B. [Abrim] Vanarsdale and his father Cornelius O. who migrated directly from New Jersey but who was a neighbor of the family of CAB and ABC and Daniel Brewer Vanarsdale.  
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Child of LEAH STAGG and DANIEL VANARSDELL is:
i. WILLIAM STAGG7 VANARSDALL.
8.  ABRAHAM CONOVER6 STAGG (DANIEL5, JAMES4, CORNELIUS3, JOHN2, THOMAS1)  He married SARAH BANTA.  
Child of ABRAHAM STAGG and SARAH BANTA is:
10. i. RACHEL7 STAGG.
Generation No. 7
9.  MARY CORNELIA7 HALE (MARY CORNELIA6 STAGG, DANIEL5, JAMES4, CORNELIUS3, JOHN2, THOMAS1)  She married KEOWN.  
Child of MARY HALE and KEOWN is:
11. i. ALICE BATRICE8 KEOWN.
10.  RACHEL7 STAGG (ABRAHAM CONOVER6, DANIEL5, JAMES4, CORNELIUS3, JOHN2, THOMAS1)  She married JAMES P. TERHUNE.  
Child of RACHEL STAGG and JAMES TERHUNE is:
12. i. JOHN ADAIR8 TERHUNE.
Generation No. 8
11.  ALICE BATRICE8 KEOWN (MARY CORNELIA7 HALE, MARY CORNELIA6 STAGG, DANIEL5, JAMES4, CORNELIUS3, JOHN2, THOMAS1)  She married ANDERSON.  
Child of ALICE KEOWN and ANDERSON is:
13. i. ZELMA9 ANDERSON.
12.  JOHN ADAIR8 TERHUNE (RACHEL7 STAGG, ABRAHAM CONOVER6, DANIEL5, JAMES4, CORNELIUS3, JOHN2, THOMAS1)  He married EMMA V. REECE.  
Child of JOHN TERHUNE and EMMA REECE is:
14. i. MARY VIRGINIA9 TERHUNE.
Generation No. 913.  ZELMA9 ANDERSON (ALICE BATRICE8 KEOWN, MARY CORNELIA7 HALE, MARY CORNELIA6 STAGG, DANIEL5, JAMES4, CORNELIUS3, JOHN2, THOMAS1)  She married JOLLY.  
Child of ZELMA ANDERSON and JOLLY is:
15. i. HOWARD PRATT10 JOLLY.
14.  MARY VIRGINIA9 TERHUNE (JOHN ADAIR8, RACHEL7 STAGG, ABRAHAM CONOVER6, DANIEL5, JAMES4, CORNELIUS3, JOHN2, THOMAS1)  She married HENRY BOHON LUCAS.  
Child of MARY TERHUNE and HENRY LUCAS is:
16. i. PAUL GIVENS10 LUCAS.
Generation No. 1015.  HOWARD PRATT10 JOLLY (ZELMA9 ANDERSON, ALICE BATRICE8 KEOWN, MARY CORNELIA7 HALE, MARY CORNELIA6 STAGG, DANIEL5, JAMES4, CORNELIUS3, JOHN2, THOMAS1)
Child of HOWARD PRATT JOLLY is:
i. BECKY11 JOLLY, m. VAUGHT.
16.  PAUL GIVENS10 LUCAS (MARY VIRGINIA9 TERHUNE, JOHN ADAIR8, RACHEL7 STAGG, ABRAHAM CONOVER6, DANIEL5, JAMES4, CORNELIUS3, JOHN2, THOMAS1)  He married TILLIE JOHNSON.  
Child of PAUL LUCAS and TILLIE JOHNSON is:
17. i. MARY ELIZABETH11 LUCAS, b. Harrodsburg, Mercer Co, KY.
Generation No. 1117.  MARY ELIZABETH11 LUCAS (PAUL GIVENS10, MARY VIRGINIA9 TERHUNE, JOHN ADAIR8, RACHEL7 STAGG, ABRAHAM CONOVER6, DANIEL5, JAMES4, CORNELIUS3, JOHN2, THOMAS1) was born in Harrodsburg, Mercer Co, KY.  She married HOWARD LEGG.  
Child of MARY LUCAS and HOWARD LEGG is:
i. CHARLOTTE ANNE12 LEGG, m. OLSON.
Notes for CHARLOTTE ANNE LEGG:
Sent by Charlotte Olson
Saw your article in the “Olde Towne Ledger” this week and wondered if I may be added to your mailing list.My great grandmother is Mary Virginia Terhune Lucas. I joined DAR through our Patriot James Stagg.
Do you need/want more information? Do I “belong”?
We are also related to the Banta family and several others on the list included in the first paragraph of your article.This is exciting!
Mom, Mary Elizabeth Lucas Legg, was the last in our line to be born in Harrodsburg. I was the first not born in Kentucky.
We still have family living in Harrodsburg whom with we keep in touch.Please let me know if there is anything else I need to do to sign up.
Charlotte Anne Legg Olson
dau of Mary Lucas Legg and Howard Legg
      dau of Paul Givens Lucas and Tillie Johnson          
             son of Henry Bohon Lucas and Mary Terhune          
                         dau of John Adair Terhune and Emma V. Reece            
son of James P. Terhune and Rachael Stagg                                                                                  dau of Abraham Conover Stagg and Sarah Banta
                                                         son of Daniel Stagg and Mary Conover
                                                                       son of James Stagg and Leah Brower 


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2021 Dutch Cousins Gathering

Hello Dutch Cousins! Has cabin fever got you down?  Are you ready for a breakout?  We are happy to announce the dates for our 2021 Dutch Cousins Gathering!   September 24-27, 2021   Your DC Board has approved some schedule changes based on input from various members at our 2019 Gathering.  (October dates were not available at our venue.)  We are shortening our days for the 2021 Gathering by eliminating Thursday. Following is an abbreviated schedule:   Sept. 24 – Friday – Kentucky State University Harold R. Benson Farm 8:00am-12:00noon Set up of venue, Silent Auction and Heritage Tables 12:00pm – 1:00pm Lunch 1:00pm Business Meeting 3:00 pm Start of our programs (dinner at 5:00pm)   Sept. 25 – Saturday – Kentucky State University Harold R. Benson Farm –  9:00am start programs -12:00pm Lunch -1:00pm continue programs.  There will not be a field trip this year.  Many have requested more time at the venue for networking and visiting with cousins. -5:00pm Dinner and Keynote Speaker   Sept. 26 – Sunday – Old Mud Meeting House                 -10:30am Service                 Many members requested an earlier service, allowing more travel time to return home.                 Lunch is on your own.  Sept. 27 -Monday – Harrodsburg Historical Society  – Dutch Cousins Research Day   Because of COVID-19 we need to get a preliminary count for reservations.  If we have enough cousins ready for some face-to-face interaction, we will move forward finalizing our plans.  We need to make sure that we will be able to cover our bills.  Please contact King and Sharon if you plan to attend by February 8th.    Sincerely Looking Forward to Seeing Your Faces in September! Tamara Fulkerson Dutch Cousins President 2020-2021   P.S. Please talk to everyone you know about Dutch Cousins.  Our goal is to have higher attendance at our gatherings. We hope to be able to attract more cousin participation by more people being directed to our website and then signing up for our newsletter.  We currently have about 800 subscribers.  Attached is a flyer that you may use to post on bulletin boards and forward in emails. (Thank you, Cynthia Byxbee,!)  Please send this flyer to any genealogy group or history organization that you know of, asking for them to pass it on.

Newsletter 1-30-2021

Good Sunday cousins! We hope your days are filled with the peace that surpasses all understanding.

Carolyn Leonard wrote:
Just sending you a quick update because I probably won’t remember to do it later.
25 Jan 2021
I have to admit a little depression last week after the “No remission” bone marrow biopsy report. Dr Reitz  said he was not at all disappointed in the report. He said it ALMOST a remission.  So I guess we just keep trying until we get it right. After all, I have already outlived the original prognosis of two weeks to two months, now in the 13th week of treatment. In fact I felt so good yesterday I took Mitten for a short walk. The weather has been lovely recently but I hear we have a cold front moving in. (Mitten is our Manchester Terrier rescue dog I got Jon as a companion.) She is my nap buddy.

 Had to have a blood platelet transfusion today. Just got home from the cancer clinic and took a little nap. They said I should feel better by morning. The chemo kills the good cells along with the bad, and it wiped out my platelets. Low platelet count is a major side effect of cancer treatment. Some types of chemotherapy can damage bone marrow, reducing platelet production. (This damage is usually temporary.) Other times, the cancer itself causes the problem. Leukemia and lymphoma can invade the bone marrow and prevent the patient’s body from producing the platelets it needs.

I’m still working on “German Village Life” history book on The Descendants of Thomas Bahr who immigrated from the Kingdom of Baden in 1847, before Germany was a country— very interesting and maybe I’ll get to finish it!  Dr. Reitz told me to keep thinking positive, because it could happen. I celebrated by a dip in the hot tub and eating a whole bag of microwave popcorn by myself!  (Well Mitten helped a little).

Hugs to all our Dutch Cousins riding on the train!
Love
Cousin Carolyn in Oklahoma
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Joyce Jegen wrote:
In regards to Carol Rittscher, that is my line as well! I have some information that I’d gladly share if you want to pass along my contact information.
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Pamela Record (new member to DC Letters) wrote:
Dutch connection:
My grandmother is Elva Mae Westerfield, a direct descendent of James Westerfield who was killed in 1781 at the Westerfield Massacre in Bullitt County, KY.
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Carol Rittscher wrote:
Thank you for posting my request for Westerfield/VanArsdall info.  I have been in contact with Linda Hayes and just now emailed Joyce Jegen.  This has been a great experience!
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Julia Norton wrote:
Julia Norton (California/Alabama) will probably attend unless no shots still. (I am 72 so probably.)

Also  my cousin will most likely come with me, Patricia Cannon Childs (Tennessee) under the same conditions.

We will try to cajole our cousin and his wife to attend, same conditions.  They are less likely.  Gerald Lewis and wife Gloria (Indiana).  

We are tied in through Roos or Rose married to Lewis and to Banta.  Most directly through VanAdelsburg.  Also Kephart in second wave of settlers.  But our DNA is all mixed up with this group and we can’t tell exactly how.  God and her/his plan must have been busy.  Then again, we seem to be related to everyone in old Kentucky one way or another.

Patricia has pledged to sing and help with music.  (Remember pawpaw patch at the last reunion? and she gave a sweet, personal song to Terry Westerfield’s son and his mother at the church.)  

I will help with food.
So 2 one timers very likely and 2 new possible.

(p.s.) I meant VanArdsdahl by any spelling!
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Diana VanNice Stephens wrote:
For those of us who are new to the “family,” what is involved in the gathering?  I am still a full time teacher, so would not be taking Friday, nor Monday off, but would drive down Friday evening and then leave Sunday evening.  If COVID settles down, I would love to attend, but could use more info.

Editors’ note:  This is a great opportunity for cousins to reply to this newsletter with their perspective of what the gatherings mean to them.  There are many who have never attended, and the information would be helpful.  Next newsletter, we’ll post your replies as well as the schedule as we now have it.

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Carolyn Leonard wrote:
Just found this in a group message to me. Don’t know if the Bible is still there or not though.Durie/Westervelt Bible 1778Hello Carolyn, Robert Adlet here. How are you doing? During my genealogy research I just ran across a Dutch Bible for sale on eBay with Durie, Westervelt and Zabriskie names in family history part showing 17 names with birth and death dates. It’s a little pricey for me but the Dutch Sisters may want it. Search Durie family to find it on eBay.

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Editors’ Note:  Tomorrow we will resend The “Dutch Cousins 2021 Gathering Announcement!” as some have reported not receiving the original message sent on Jan. 18.  If you’ve already responded, thank you. You don’t need to respond again.

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Editors’ Note: Gmail Promotions email – revisited:  I regret sending “help” info on this subject in the last newsletter without testing the “help” as I don’t think it was very helpful.  After trying it out, I think the following steps might work for those finding their newsletters in a folder they don’t want.  Open the specific email messageClick on the three vertical dots on the right side, same line as the date of message receivedClick third item – “Filter messages like this”On the From line, type in: info@DutchCousins.orgClear all contents of any other lines – leave them blankClick on “Create filter” next to blue Search boxClick the box next to “Categorize as” and choose your desired category, such as “Primary”Click the next box down: “Also apply filter to (n)  matching conversations”.Click the blue box “Create filter”When you restart Gmail, the Newsletters should be where you want them.  If further help is needed, check with your grandchildren – they know a lot more about computers than we do! 

Newsletter 3-9-2021

Good day Cousins:  This newsletter is a month later than we intended.  As the saying goes: “Life is what happens while you’re making your plans.”  On Jan 18, our co-editor, Sharon, fell off the top of a two-step step stool and hit the floor hard.  She broke her right shoulder and tore the rotator cuff. I took her to the ER that day and she left in a sling with instructions to see the Orthopedist  Thanks to Covid and the big freeze here in Texas and power outages that went with it, she didn’t have surgery to repair it all until five weeks later –  Feb. 25.  Now she’s recovering, but as you all probably know, the shoulder business is tough business.  I’ve been elevated to chief cook and bottle washer and care-taker since the incident, so certain tasks have been delayed.  Besides this newsletter, I’m also late roto-tilling my garden for the spring planting.  But, we’re getting there and Sharon is improving a little each day.  And, we’re certainly not complaining. There’re loved ones amongst us who have it much worse then we and our prayers are with you. Sharon wrote her article, Look What I Found!!, prior to her surgery when she actually had less pain and more finger movement.   ——————————————————————————————————-

Ed Westerfield wrote: I’ve made contact with the seller of the Durie/Westervelt bible from 1778.  I’ve asked for the names so we can cross check against our genealogy tree.  My guess is these ancestors represent a non Conewego branch of our Dutch family. This is not a book I would want for a private collection.  I would hope would go to a public resting place. Thoughts Doc Eddie ——————————————————————————————————- Peggy Kephart Morrow wrote: To Julia Norton, My connection to this group is through my maternal line which includes Rykers and Smocks.  My father was a Kephart.  His family lived in North Carolina for almost 100 years before moving west to Oregon.  I can only trace back to my 3rd Great Grandfather who, according to the census, was born in 1821 in Kentucky.  I’d like to hear about your Kepharts. ——————————————————————————————————- Julie Norton wrote: Thanks.  I have replied to her directly.  There is another Kephart member from a while back that the last editor sent me when I first joined almost 3 years ago now.  I will see if I can find that, too. Thanks for sending this on to me. Julia Norton (Julie to my friends and family) ——————————————————————————————————- Barbara Whiteside wrote: Would you like to post the info on the gathering on the DUTCH COUSINS IN KENTUCKY FB site???  We are nearing 500 members…..6 to go…..and I am sure there are some on there that have no clue about this gathering.   Or have forgotten.  If you want to post anything from the newsletter on the Facebook site….please feel free…… Barb Whiteside Editor note:  we did. ——————————————————————————————————- Diana Stephens wrote: Approximate cost for Saturday and Sunday? ——————————————————————————————————- Judith Smith Cassidy wrote: Hello Tamara:  I had Amazon ship 8 copies of my book The History of Low Dutch Slavery to you today. You can use the money towards what ever Dutch Cousins project you wish. Keep well Judith Smith Cassidy ——————————————————————————————————- Mary Jo Gohmann wrote: Bergen Roots—Part Five: Dutch Reformed Church Records starts in 1 Day Dutch Cousins might be very interested in this upcoming webinar. It starts tomorrow 2/8 but is likely to be saved to a video. Viewers will be asked if they are members of the Bergen Co. Historical Society- they can join for a reasonable cost.  editors note:  Sorry, but this was received too late to get it out last month.  Perhaps a Google search will find a replay. ——————————————————————————————————- Vince Akers wrote: Hi Tamara! Hope this finds you and your family well! You can count on two more for the gathering September 24-26 — myself and my son Zach.  I’ve been to all the gatherings since 2005 and Zach has tagged along with me since 2015.  We both are saddened by the news since our 2019 gathering–first the tragic unexpected loss of Charlie and now Carolyn’s illness.  We pray we’ll see Carolyn again in September along with so many other Cousins we’ve gotten to know. I’ve made some kind of presentation (or two) at every past gathering, but I’m going to beg off on doing anything like that this year.  Lisa and I are pretty much full-time into elder care right now leaving precious little “spare” time for any presentation preparation.  Lisa’s mom and my dad have both made appearances at past gatherings.  My mother-in-law has recently turned 99!  She’s now into her seventh year living with us.  My dad is 96 and still living (with my help) in the home he bought the year I was born.  They are both in pretty good health for their age, but need a lot more attention and help during this pandemic.  Anyway, I’ve pretty much already presented everything I know to the Cousins and some are surely getting tired of hearing me.  Maybe the gathering might focus on the genealogy research a lot of the Cousins have been doing.  That would tie right in with their networking. So count me and Zach in for the gathering, but I can’t do any presentation. ——————————————————————————————————- Pam Ellingson wrote: Someone asked for information about the gatherings. I have attended many of them. They are a wonderful way to meet distant cousins and to learn about our family heritage. I maintain the website for the Dutch Cousins. More information about the schedules of past gatherings can be found at:. http://dutchcousins.org/gatherings/ ——————————————————————————————————- Brenda Snider wrote: Dutch connection: My great-grandmother was Eliza Banta Konkle from the Banta family of Southern Indiana. ——————————————————————————————————- Nita Burgener wrote: My name is Nita Malcomb Burgener. My grandmother was Mattie Francis Stafford Malcomb.  My great, great grandfather was Hiram Westerfield Stafford. In doing my family research on my father’s side of the family, I found that my grandmother’s  great, great-grandfather, William Stafford who came to Kentucky with Daniel Boone to Harrodsburg, was married to Leah Westervelt, daughter of Jacobus Westervelt. Leah was one of the few survivors of the Westervelt Massacre. I am interested in receiving your newsletters and maybe attending your gatherings every two years. ——————————————————————————————————- Karen Gilbert Rock wrote: Dutch connection: I am the daughter of Shelley Wallace Gilbert………. – Shelley Wallace Gilbert  (1922 KY – 2004 MI) is my father. – Katherine Drane Kephart Gilbert (1899 KY – 1996 FL) is my paternal grandmother. (She married Shelley Wallace Gilbert, Sr.) – Cora Drane Wells ( 1858 KY – 1944 KY) is my great-grandmother. (She married Warren Thomas Kephart.) – Martha Jane Banta (1834 KY – 1859 KY) is my 2nd great-grandmother. (She married Napoleon Bonaparte Wells.) – Isaac Banta (1809-1881) of Henry County, KY is my 3rd great-grandfather. – Peter D. Banta (1763 NJ – 1832 KY) is my 4th great-grandfather. – Hendricks Banta IV (1740 NJ – 1777 – PA) is my 5th great-grandfather. – Hendrick Epkese (Henry) Banta III (1718 NJ – 1805 KY) is my 6th great-grandfather. – Hendrik Banta II (1696 NJ – 1740 NJ or PA?) is my 7th great-grandfather. – Hendrik Epke Banta (1655 Friesland, Netherlands – -1740 Bergen County, NJ) is my paternal 8th great-grandfather. – Epke Jacobs Banta (1635 Friesland Netherlands – 1719 NJ) is my 9th great-grandfather. ——————————————————————————————————- Sharon Cole (co-editor) wrote: Look what I found!! Recently I’ve been cruising the internet more than usual due to the huge winter weather event here in north Texas.  I discovered a free trial of newspapers.com  I have had a wonderful time reading old newspaper clippings and then posting them to Ancestry.  If you haven’t tried it, there is a free 7-day trial.  But, I promise you it is easy to get hooked.  I now know “Mr. and Mrs. Tustison (King’s grandparents) were entertained at the Parsons home and ice cream was enjoyed by all”  1911, Hinton Times.

Newsletter 3-23-2021

Good day cousins:  As more vaccines are distributed, we hope you are being encouraged.

Carolyn Leonard wrote: 03/15/2021 I might make it to Kentucky in September – you never know!  The weather has been beautiful lately. I am looking at flower catalogs and continue to read continued stories!  My blood lab reports go up and down. They are good today. I started the 5th round of 14 Vidaza chemo shots while continuing the daily four Venclexta chemo pills today, then I’ll have a couple weeks to recover, and I’ve accepted that is how it will be for the rest of my time here on earth.  But that is not all bad. Chatted with another blood disease patient today who told me he had lived this way for several years. You just have to decide if it is worth it. I am able to work at the computer on my books for several hours a day, do email, and check Facebook. I still nap when I need to and have cuddle time with Mitten, our new pup, enjoy weekend visits from James and Judi and love spending time at home with my Jon. I’m finding the genealogy book on my German grandmother’s family has many similarities to the Dutch, altho they left Europe before 1871 when Germany became a country. I complain a little about the usual side effects of chemo (diarrhea, nausea, fatigue, coughing and tummy terrors) but I’m dealing with each thing one at a time. The Doc gave me some steroids recently, and it helps with strength and energy.  My body is responding well to the treatment, Dr. Reitz says.  His words:  “The good news is this treatment is working and you should keep on going.  That is also the bad news.” (Because we know it is only temporary.) My dear friend Dee Britt gave me a new mask — a clear plastic face that makes me look a little like Cannibal Lector, but I can breathe in it.  Doctor advised me to get a COVID shot as quickly as possible and gave me the number to call so I gave them my name. He said take whichever shot they offer. I am to continue the once a week blood draw tests after today, but only see the doctor once a month. Hugs to all, Love from me  Carolyn Leonard – your Cozine Cousin in Oklahoma ————————————————————————————– Pam Ellingson wrote: Subject: Westerfield Massacre Nita Burgener recently mentioned the Westerfield Massacre. Mr. Lynn Rogers compiled some fascinating documents regarding the massacre. They are available on the Dutch Cousins website at http://dutchcousins.org/documents ————————————————————————————– Judy Smith Cassidy wrote:  I think I later mentioned that perhaps the money from the book sale should be applied to the Conowago Sign provided we can get one.  Editor’s note: Judy is referring to the sale of the 8 copies of her book “The History of Low Dutch Slavery”, which she generously donated for the next Gathering.  ————————————————————————————– Judy Smith Cassidy wrote: Subject: Book about Conewago Families Hi, I am aware that you are also members of the Dutch Cousins of Kentucky.  I am not sure if you have been following the conversation of creating a book of Families, the proceeds of which would go towards the Metal Sign to be placed on the Conewago Cemetery. Hopefully such a sign will aid the preservation of the Cemetery as I understand that from time to time, the cemetery and its stones have been damaged.  I wondered if you might mention this in the newsletter, as there may be families who might be interested.  Barbara Whitesides is compiling a list of Families and those who have volunteered to write an essay or story about their family.  People can get together with other members of their family to  discuss what they would like to write, but it should focus on the Heads of Families and their children who were at Conewago, and Berkeley County and then into Kentucky, The Lake Country of New York or remaining in the Adams County, Pa area. The time frame would be ca. 1769-1830 or so. ————————————————————————————– Judith Smith Cassidy wrote: Subject: Low Dutch or Conowago Improvement Fund Since the last Mr Lott retired, my understanding is that the nephew of Arthur Weaner has taken over his position as Trustee for the Conowago Cemeteries.  However, I do not have his name, address etc.  Additionally, would someone please share the name of the Bank and the person in Charge of the Fund there, as well as the Attorney involved.  Several people are asking questions regarding this, and I no longer have the information. ————————————————————————————– Judith Smith Cassidy also wrote: Hello Tamara, I am writing because I see that you are not a member of the Dutch Cousins i Kentucky which now has over 500 members.  I just suggested to them, that we compile a book of Families from both Conewago as well as Berkeley Co. Va, who migrated to Kentucky and established the DRC Churches there as well as the Low Dutch Communities in both Mercer as well as Henry and Shelby Counties, where the Low Dutch Tract was.  The money from the sale of the book to be donated to the marker at Conewago and they were very pleased with this.  So everyone is deciding on which family they wish to write a Section about.  I thought that this might be of interest to you as well.  This is still in the thinking department as to the Hows and formatting, but people were very enthusiastic.  Barbara is the Administrator of this group.   ———————————————————————————– Sherron Westerfield wrote Please share the following with Nita Burgener:  Hiram R. Stafford (b. 16 Nov 1804) was the SON, not the husband, of Leah Westerfield (b. 16 Nov. 1764) and her husband, William Stafford (b. 9 May 1753). The following is the verbatim narration extracted from microfilm of Draper Manuscripts Volume 24 C 148 by Sherron Westerfield, June 2004, at the Harrodsburg Public Library. “Carrolton  Carroll Co. Ky    May 16 1865 Mr. Lyman C. Draper, Esq Dr Sir, Your letter of April 11th should have been answered before now; but living ten miles from town and seldom there, I must plead an apology. My father was born in Amelia Co. Vir in 1753. Came to Ky when Col. Boon moved his family out on his second trip. My father resided in Ky until his death June 9 1820 – age 67 years old. He married Leah Westerfield 16 years old near Dicks River, 1783. I have no record by which I can give positive dates – it is from information received mostly from others. My father died at my brother-in-laws in now Carroll Co Ky of bilious fever and dyarreha. My mother in 1813 in now Owen Co Ky supposd milk sickness. Beazley [who?] returned to Spotsylvania Co Vir after the siege at B_______ married a miss Mary Partlow settled near Corbins [?] bridges and resided there so far as I am informed until his death; his wife also dead and his family skattered — localities not known —– So far as recollected my grand father James Westerfield emigrated to Ky 1780 from Berkley Co Vir landed at Louisville Ky in the spring with others about 30 in number by way of Pittsburg down the Ohio. Left Louisville for Harrods Station camped about 12 miles out, attacked by a party of Indians while in camp. All the movers massacred except my grandmother, [Maria Demaree Westervelt], Leah, Deborah, Isaac, Rebecca, Catherine — (My mother Leah late Westerfield) — Deborah and Polley Westerfield a daughter of John Westerfield her distant cousin was taken to Detroit thence to Montreal remained in captivity two years got released and returned by way of Philadelphia Pa. The capture of my Grand Mother I think I stated in the former letter — the history of Beazleys narrative he gave to my bro. in law Partlow at his Beazleys house in 1804 on his return from Ky 1803. Our recollection is my Father gave all the information received except what we received from others — Boons escape by jumping down the clift of Dicks river not recollected – except Boons report to Father of his swinging to and jumping by the aid of a vine down a hill on his retreat at one time to avoid pursuit also runing from log to log. His companion being killed same time the Indian tragady refered to viz. A party of Indians stole the horses from one of the stations and made for the Ohio and pursued to the river by some of the men of the station – when they arrived found the Indians had crossed over. They returned back and before geting home, passing along a trace of thick under growth heard a bell, they soon found them to be Indians, secreted themselves so that each man to select his mark and all to fire at once the Indians passing along in a trail without observing the ambuscade got oppisite each man to man at which time they the men fired eight fell dead. one wounded but killed after ward near by – and one escaped. Their horses and plunder taken. None of the men hurt or killed — the place not known – but close or near home — The history of Clarkes expidition imperfectly recollected. My father often spoke of Clarke, Boon, Callway, Trigg, Harrard, Kenton and others of his associates but particulars of all or each one not well remembered. Respectfully, H. R. Stafford” ———————————————————————————— Sarah J Vermazen wrote: (a new member to our mailing list) Dutch connection: Several surnames on both sides of my family: Father. Vermazen – immigrated 1854 from Gelderland 2x Great-grandmother. Van Pappelendam – immigrated 1851 from Amsterdam Great-grandmother. Van Pelt – confirmed descent from Teunis Jansen (Laenen) Van Pelt (1622 – 1699) 2x Great-grandmother. Van Ausdall – descent from Sijmon Jansz van Aersdalen through John C. Van Ausdall (1800-1874) branch 4x great-grandmother. Westerfield/Westervelt – descent from Mary Westerfield, daughter of James Cozine Westerfield 6x great-grandmother. Cozine – descent through Femmetje Cornelise Cozine 2x great-grandmother. Menzerolf – of German origin but intermarried in the Netherlands for a few generations. 2x great-grandmother was therefore 75% Dutch ———————————————————————————— Carolyn Leonard wrote:Found this sitting in my files. Might be a good time to send out in LETTERS and maybe get something started?————————————————— From Laurel Auchampaugh about the Owasco NY group of Dutch from Conewago. The Owasco Group came by wagon train led by Jacob and Roeliff Brinkerhoff in 1793.—————————————————An excerpt from Judith Cassidy’s book, The Low Dutch Slave TradePage 54: John Brinkenhoff Warranted 300 acres 17 November, 1786 which was Surveyed 5 December 1787 called “Prospect” a slave cemetery site.”164 It is possibly the same cemetery. The cemetery was located along a field fence several hundred feet due east of the house on the farm once owned by Richard Flickinger. Unfortunately that cemetery no longer exists.165 Joris and his wife are buried in the Conewago Cemetery (NOTE from Carolyn: The north Low Dutch cemetery near Gettysburg). Reverend George Brinkerhoff, their son, ordained October 1788-89 and the last permanent minister at Conowago was reassigned in October of 1793 to Kekiet and Rampo under the jurisdiction of the Rev. Classis of Hacksensack and later to Genesee County, New York.166 Joris’ sons, Jacobus, Luke and Roelif, left Conewago for Oswego and Niles, Cayuga County, New York in 1796 with several other Conewago families probably taking their slaves with them, later building a Reformed Dutch Church at Owasco, New York.167 Dear Cousins Our goal for several years has been to get highway historical markers up to preserve the history of our Dutch Cousins ancestors.  This year the DC President, Charlie Westerfield successfully spearheaded the effort and we attended the celebration of the markers in Kentucky. Now we need to get going on the Conewago, Pennsylvania project.  We are so fortunate that in September, God sent us and angel, Laurel Auchampaugh of New York, who has some special knowledge in getting this done. Have you seen the terrible condition of our ancestor’s burial grounds at Conewago (near Gettysburg PA)? Here is a look at the northern cemetery. https://dutchcousins.org/2019/11/06/banta-cabin-low-dutch-cemetery/ And here it is on findagrave.com so you can see the  list of the 119 identified burials there. I have been trying for years to get the burials identified correctly and to delete duplicates. Click on the name in blue to see what info is known about that person. If you have any more info on one of your ancestors there, please let me know (carolyn).  https://www.findagrave.com/cemetery/2386142/memorial-search The second graveyard, called the “Southern Low Dutch cemetery” is just a few miles away and is not in good condition either. Here is the hotlink to the 58 identified Southern burials: https://www.findagrave.com/cemetery/1222138/memorial-search?page=1#sr-138880024   Donald Lott who had looked after the burial grounds for more than 20 years retired last year, and now the “guardian” is Alan Weaner, nephew of our deceased friend Arthur Weaner. We need to send a donation to Alan from the treasury if we can, and encourage other descendants to do so as well.  I will ask Alan if he can give us a financial statement. (Denise, I just updated the Cousins address book with Alan’s email contact info, not sure I have the correct phone number). Larry Voreis Malcolm Banta Laurel Auchambaugh  (Dutch Cousins President 2020) Tamara Fulkerson Alan Weaner Donald Lott ————-On Dec 28, 2019, at 6:08 AM, Laurel Auchampaugh wrote: I checked the William Pomeroy Foundation ON THE INTERNET. They do provide Historic Markers in NY State AND BEYOND, INCLUDING ALASKA. The grants include the cost of the marker, and post .  The recipients must provide the installation. I am well acquainted with Paula Miller, the Director. She will remember me as we (Owasco) were the only ones to invite her to the dedication ceremony out of 80 markers when they first began the marker grants. They even set up a booth at the New York State Fair.  I talked with Paula there. Please advise me what to do next. Happy New Year eh? I want to contact the Pomeroy Foundation in Syracuse NY to see if they provide Historic Markers in Pennsylvania.   I have worked with them , and they have sponsored one in Owasco..a stone schoolhouse . Your information will be sent to them, if  Larry and Malcolm give me permission.. You all might want to check them out on Google Laurel On Sat, Dec 28, 2019 at 6:00 AM Laurel Auchampaugh wrote:Dear family.: On Thu, Dec 26, 2019 at 10:25 PM Carolyn wrote:I found the sheet Mr Weaner made up for placement of an Historical marker..The proposed text was HOLLAND DUTCH FAMILIES FROM NEW JERSEY SETTLED THIS AREA IN THE LATE 18TH CENTURY AND REMOVED IN POST REVOLUTIONARY WAR YEARS TO KENTUCKY AND NEW  YORK. LATSHELL’S TAVERN AND THEIR CHURCH EXISTED NEAR THIS SITE. THE WALLED BURIAL GROUND IS AT 900 SWIFT RUN ROAD.He showed the site he believed to be the location of the church on a present day plate map on the NW corner  at the junction of York and Coleman roadsHe proposed the site for the marker just to the east of this on York Road ( US 30) where there is  an island created from a straightening out of a curve in the right-of-way of the old and new road beds some 18 ft long by 2 foot wide. Please let me know what else you might need. Let’s get this project on the road!Blessings, carolyn. More about ConewagoJoris/George Brinkerhoff, his wife Martina Bogart and their seven sons removed from their farm near Schraalenburgh, Bergen County, New Jersey to Conewago about 1770 settling on 525 acres in Straban Township, York County, Pennsylvania. Joris/ George Brinkerhoff, the largest slave owner in the Conewago congregation, was taxed on six slaves from 1780-1783. His youngest son George was the first ordained minister chosen from amongst the members of the congregation at Conewago and served from 1786 to 1790. John G. Brinkerhoff, the son of John Brinkerhoff, grandson of Joris, read a sketch about Joris at the Brinkerhoff Family reunion, 24 August, 1884, which gives great insight into the life of Joris and probably the lifestyle of other members of Conewago. “Like most men of property in those days he was the owner of Slaves, but before his death he provided for the freedom of them all. He was represented158 Will of Peter Cousine, York County Archives, 150 Pleasant Acres Rd., York, Pa. 17402, Archives documents filed alphabetically. 159 Weaner, Taxables, The Low Dutch Settlement of the Conewago, York County, Pennsylvania 1762-1779 (1997):30; Will of Peter Cousine (Cozine),York Co. Pa. Wills, Vol. E:37; Will of Cornelius Cozine, Mercer Co. Ky. Will Bk:1:14-17; information courtesy of Vince Akers, Indianapolis, In. 160 Weaner, Taxables, The Low Dutch Settlement of the Conewago, York County, Pennsylvania 1762-1778 (1997):31. 53 present at worship and in times of calamity or sickness, would have special prayers. All hands from shops, fields and farm (they did their own blacksmithing, spinning, weaving etc.) would have to drop their work and be present. Often I heard my grandfather (John) say that after six months into the (Revolutionary War) army he returned home in a furlough, the old gentleman would have him off again, saying he could get along fine with the slaves of which he had quite a number.”161The Act of 1780, Provision #4, is reflected in the following document of Joris Brinkerhoff executed 23 August 1803 which stated: “Whereas my mulatto man JONE age twenty four years, two months and nine days and my mulatto man JIM aged twenty three years and seven days and my mulatto girl LEAN aged eighteen years and eleven days were all born as servants to me, I, George Brinkerhoff, Senior, of Strabone Township of Adams State of Pennsylvania do, for value received, assign all my right and title of the foregoing servants until they come to the age of twenty-eight years and no longer, to Gilbert Brinkerhoff and Henry Brinkerhoff both of Mount Pleasant Township, County and State aforesaid.”162Joris Brinkerhoff died at age 91 on 3 January 1810. His will, written 22 June 1803 stated that “his three old slaves, SAM, NICK and POLL were given their liberty and freedom from slavery and they also receive their beds, bedding, clothes and household furniture.”163 This was in compliance with Provision #4. He knew to the day his slaves were born and this information was probably recorded in his Bible. Clearly his relationship with them was not one of disinterest, he was concerned about his slaves and their future. They and the three mulatto slaves mentioned in the document dated 23 August, 1803, may have been related to him as well. The fact that his slaves had been provided with what appears to be some kind of separate housing with furniture and household goods indicates the type of slave holder he was.When the death of a family slave occurred at Conewago they were most likely buried on the family farm in unmarked graves. While both a Northern and Southern cemetery was created at Conewago for members of the congregation, the burial location of their slaves is relatively unknown excepting for the Brinkerhoff slaves. Joris Brinkerhoff warranted 192 acres in Straban Township, 25 February 1789, surveyed 2 May 1788 and at one time the “Brinkerhoff Slave Cemetery” existed on this tract.161 Richard Brinkerhoff, The Family of Joris Dircksen Brinkerhoff, 1638 (New York City: self, 1887):36. 162 Brinkerhoff, The Family of Joris Dircksen Brinkerhoff, 1638 (1887):37-38. 163 Brinkerhoff, The Family of Joris Dircksen Brinkerhoff, 1638 (1887):32-38.————————————————————————— We have about 9K  for both cemeteries. Don was paying 2K a year just in mowing fees out of his own pocket.   Adams electric gave us 150 dollars toward the light bill. (20 a month)  No other money has been given all year.  I was to have an eagle scout work on the lower one.  His project hasn’t been approved yet. I have a list of 4 lawn mowers that volunteer their time and equipment to help mow the places.       Cemetery on swift run. (with wall that needs fixed)   Trying to find folks not scared of snakes. Church of latter day saints offered teen group help,  I had a mason I talked to, for get in contact with the church of lds, in october.  Didn’t hear a word back on this group project. .  Alan Weaner   Donald Lott just called and gave me the correct phone numbers for Alan Weaner.  Alan is a   farmer and does house repairs. He lives in the house where his uncle Arthur lived and we visited in 2010 and 2011. Donald said we would not recognize the interior now. So that means that Alan will have the contacts and know what needs to be done on the repairs of the cemetery wall. Don said there is still money in the Low Dutch Cemetery Improvement fund established by Arthur Weaner and others several years ago. He thinks the money is now invested in a trust, but he thinks the repairs are going to be quite expensive and can’t be done until spring.  Larry and Malcolm, please give Laurel the go-ahead on the  William Pomeroy Foundation to get paperwork started on the highway historic markers. Charlie can testify to how long that process takes in Kentucky! (I am adding Charlie and Vince to the address list, and also Pam. Sorry those got dropped off before.) Blessings, carolyn

Newsletter 4-16-2021

Good Spring day Cousins! April showers bring May flowers.  Here’s wishing for you a colorful garden.

Leslie C. Jones wrote: Dutch connection: I am excited and look forward to receiving information about Dutch Cousins! My Dutch Line …. Myself (Lincoln County) Herrell, Eloise – mother (living) md. Frank Jones (dec) Franklin County, KY Herrell, Ira Pias – gf – md Ruby Harrod Franklin County, KY Herrell, John Henry – g1-gf md. Vasa Lona Green- Franklin County, KY Allison, Mary Irene – g2-gm md. Henry Herrell- Franklin County, KY Rynearson, Nancy – g3-gm md. William Henry Allison – Mercer County, KY Rynearson, Abraham – g4-gf md. Leah DeMaree – Mercer County, KY Banta, Antje – g5-gm md. Barnett Rynearson Banta, Hendrick III – g6-gf – md1. Rachel Brouwer, md2. Antje DeMaree*(my line) (and more) I am retiring towards the end of 2021 with plans to expand my genealogy research. Having spent many summer weeks as a youngster in the Bald Knob country of Franklin County, I am familiar with the Franklin, Shelby and Henry County area. I look forward to learning a heap more about the Dutch migration. Thank you Dutch Cousins! for all the passionate work you have done. Les Jones Crab Orchard, KY ——————————————————————————————————— Chris Canine Wrote: My name is Chris Canine and I am glad to have found this group of my cousins here! Just about every last name here is in my family tree somewhere!      I would like to be added to the email list and Low Dutch Cousin rolls!      Also, my father (Jon Canine) and I would like to be added to the list of those going to attend the September Reunion!        We are so excited to meet you all!  We began our journey last summer when a relative found some lost genealogy in a box in their garage from a relative that had passed away decades earlier.  All family history before Indiana had been lost and not known by anyone in the family previously.  We then became fascinated by our past for the first time! Wow… and what a past our family has had! It has been such an exciting journey exploring and meeting new family and friends in this process regaining our past! I hope I don’t bore you but I wanted to share some of the information we have found about our family. Peter Canine my 6xGrandfather was born from a long line of ancestors who were of the “Low Dutch” Holland/Netherlands who immigrated to New Amsterdam.  His 4xGrandfather was Phillip Conijn/Konyn/Conyn and his direct father was Dirck Conyn.  His mother was Catalyntie Marie LaFever/Lafevre.  He was the brother of Andrew Carnine a revolutionary war veteran from the Virginia Line and was a member of the 6-mile meetinghouse on the Low Dutch tract.  My 6x grandfather Peter, was born in Boundbrook New Jersey.  He was a Revolutionary War Soldier enlisted in The continental Army for one year and the first New Jersey regiment /2nd battalion from July 1776-1780. He held the ranks of sergeant, Orderly Sergeant and Quartermaster Sergeant under Captains William Verbryk, R. Staats and Col. Quick. (A lot of familiar names at the Old Mud Meetinghouse ) The records show he fought in the Battle of Germantown. He marched and was stationed at Brunswick, Millstone, Elizabethtown, and New York with many of our Low Dutch cousins.  He was along with General George Washington in the retreat at Brunswick Pennsylvania, from his own words on his war pension affidavit. He was married three times, all Sebring/Sebrant/Sebern sisters. Catalyntie was his first wife who passed away, Possibly in childbirth and may be the mother of Catherine. The other children were born to Christina “Tine” Sebring, his second wife and sister of his first wife. After the war they joined up with the Low Dutch Conewego PA colony.  Many of his children were baptized there and are accounted for in the records. They, along with many others in 1793 made the pioneer journey down the Ohio River on flatboats as some from the group had done years earlier.  They made landfall somewhere before the falls of the Ohio, where present-day Louisville Kentucky is located. From there they traveled south past many Stations and on to the Fort Harrod area of Mercer County Kentucky. He purchased their first land in 1795, then more in 1796 and 1797.   Their first land purchase was  100 acres containing Wilson’s Station near the Old Mud Meetinghouse where the pledges/valuables raised were brought to fund the meetinghouse.  He was a deed signer in 1800 of the “Old Mud Meetinghouse”.  In 1805 he moved north to Shelby County where they began purchasing large tracts of land.  Peter had eight children.  Catherine, Richard (Dirck), Alice Lettice, John, Peter, Ann, Cornelius, and Ralph. His kids became pioneers themselves as many moved to Indiana and then westward as they farmed. After his wife Christina passed, he married Hanna (Mary) the younger sister of the two previous wives. Peter passed and Hanna lived on for some time. We are still searching for his final resting place.  We believe they are located somewhere on the hundreds of acres of farmland in Shelby county Kentucky which we have located through deeds.  Some more information: Family Member genealogy  (male descendants)              Phillip Conijn/Konyn/Conyn 1600-1675  Ghent District of East Flanders Holland (Netherlands)              Wife Evelyn Van Alstyne             Leendert Phillipse Conyn 1625-1704  born Ghent District of East Flanders Holland (Netherlands) Died New Amsterdam, New York             Wife Agnietie Casperse Stynmets             Phillips Leenderste Conyn 1662-1700 born Beaverwyck, New York died Albany New York Wife Wyntie Dirkse Van Vechten born Greenbush New York died Albany New York             Dirck Phillipse Conyn 1685-1739 born Albany New Albany Died Piscataway, New Jersey  Wife Rachael Andriessen Bergen, New Jersey Married in the New York Dutch Church and then when they moved to Bound Brook and were members of the Raritan(Somerville, Sumerset County, New Jersey Dutch Reformed Church.                 Dirk Conyn 1725–1762 born Somerville, Somerset county, New Jersey died  Sommerset County New Jersey Married         Catalyntie La Fever/LaFevre Conyn              Peter Canine / Carnine/Conyn 1752-1841  born Bound Brook, Sommerset County, New Jersey Died Shelby County Kentucky Spouses         3 Sebring/seabourn/Sebern/sebrant Our 6x grandmother Christina “Tine” Siblings                 Andrew Carnine/Conyn Peters Children Canine /“Carnine” Several of the children are found in the Conewego PA  Baptismal records Catherine Canine Richard (Dirk) Canine Alley Letty Canine John Canine Anna Canine Cornelius Canine Ralph Canine ( my Grandfather) Ralph Canine married Peggy Warman. After her passing he married Elizabeth Ann Wilson Vancleave. He fought in the War of 1812, “the second American Revolution”.   He was in the second Regiment of the Mounted Kentucky Volunteers. After his service they moved from Shelbyville Kentucky to Montgomery County Indiana in 1826 along with many of the Low Dutch families.  They were the next generation of pioneers.  He started the Union Primitive Baptist Church in his home at Waveland, Montgomery County, Indiana and it carried on for over 100 years.  One of His children was my grandfather James Wilson Canine.  My next grandfather was Lemuel Jackson Canine.  The next was Ollie Canine. Albert Canine was my Grandfather. My father is Jon Canine. My brother is Chad Canine.  We are carrying on the faith in Jesus that our ancestors passed on from generation to generation!  We have also been accepted into the Sons of the American Revolution! I truly look forward to meeting you all and learning more about our shared past! We travel to Harrodsburg several times a month to the Historical Society of which we are members and to visit the past at the Old Mud Meetinghouse! If you ever need me to try to find something there for you feel free to ask!  I am presently working my way through the entire library of books and files! I am about 30% there!  I always learn something new about one of our intertwined families! Best regards, Cousin Chris Ps.  We are praying for all of you ——————————————————————————————————— Barb Branigan wrote: Dutch connection: First Dutch ancestor Jan Van Cleef>Isabrandt>Aaron>William>Phebe Van Cleef Harris>Jane Harris Bryant>Phebe Bryant Semon>Henrietta Semon Kenens>Theresa Kenens Moll>George Moll>Barb Branigan ——————————————————————————————————— Mary A. Smith wrote: Dutch connection: My line is Tunison/ Denys but have married family ties to Bergen and Bogart…. ——————————————————————————————————— Sunne Johnson wrote: Dutch connection: My children are of the Stallings, Ralph, Westerfirld family’s as well as Hall and Brashear. ——————————————————————————————————— Terri Pamatat wrote: I do not see my maternal side’s name. VANDERHOFF.  No one else is researching this family?  No wonder I’m at a roadblock! ——————————————————————————————————— Judith Smith Cassidy wrote: Hello: If Carolyn (Leonard) feels up to writing the section on the Cozine family that would be wonderful.  I have been in touch with Laurel who was kind enough to refer me to Rev. Tim Brinkerhoff,  They will write the Brinkerhoff and other Conewago Family sections.   I am also donating a copy of the Original Conwago Baptismal Records and Deacons Records to the Owasco DRC Church.  The Brinkerhoffs play a huge role in both records.   Meanwhile thank you for publishing the information on Allan Weaner etc. I am going to do a cut and paste to the Dutch Cousins site. ——————————————————————————————————— Judith Smith Cassidy also wrote: Good morning, If you will kindly post the email or address on Dutch Cousins as well as the Vanarsdale Family, however, Allan gets his mail, to the Low Dutch Improvement, so people who wish to do so can send donations for maintenance, I think that would really be helpful  Sounds like we need to build up this fund. Editors note:  Upon asking for clarification, Judy wrote: Basically, I was speaking of Alan Weaners Address for the Low Dutch  Improvement Fund.  Sorry for the confusion.   ——————————————————————————————————— Julie Van Dyke wrote: I am not sure if this is the correct email to send regarding dutchcousins, but I would like to express my interest in the book about Conewego families discussed here (proceeds to be donated to the cemetery).  My family (Van Dyke)  is one of those that did not go to KY, but stayed in Conewago.  There was a Peter Van Dyke who signed the petition in 1783 to go to KY, but he did not.  Rather, he and 6 generations until 1975 stayed in Adams Co. Please forward any relevant information. ——————————————————————————————————— Carolyn Leonard wrote: Hi Michael, couple ideas here.    1.  If you sign up as a findagraves volunteer I will be happy to transfer management of the Bercaw graves to you. Just sign up and then send me a request for transfer and I’ll comply, and you can fix them up. 2.  I hope you will subscribe to the FREE Dutch newsletters round robin I will copy them on your email and they may want to use your info in the next nl, if that is okay with you. <info@dutchcousins.org> because we are trying to work on improving the Conewago burial grounds. Blessings, Carolyn https://www.CarolynBLeonard.com Subscribe to my “Writers Reminder” with 1,100 subscribers Read my book: THE FIRST HUNDRED YEARS in America Check out my author page: http://amzn.to/2oYsTjG Need a speaker? Join my 1500 friends on Facebook! Dutch Cousins email list 850 subscribers  Phone: 405-751-2345 (E-mail preferred)On Apr 3, 2021, at 11:17 AM, Michael L. wrote: Hi Carolyn, I hope this finds you doing well and enjoying the Easter weekend. First want to thank you for connecting me to the Lower Dutch newsletter. Second is I spent the last 8 months doing a major study of the family of Peter Bercaw #1 born in 1753. At this point I have 5 binders and some 2500 pages of records for this family. Although my family is the Joshua Bercaw family branch I worked on all the children of Peter Bercaw born 1753.  As a result I am hoping to clear up the confusion created by the Foster book on Peter Bercaw #2 born 1782.     I am hoping can update the Findagraves that list Peter #2 to have three wives. It has been over 50 years since the Foster book was published and we now have  several newspaper articles plus legal records to support the it was Peter Bercaw born 1753, father to Peter #2, who married Anne Loyster and Elizabeth Peters. Elizabeth Peters Bercaw had a long legal battle to gain financial support for the estate of Peter Bercaw born 1753. for her and her son. Adams County at the time had too many Bercaws moving and selling and was a problem especially for widows. I am recommending that these two are removed from the Findagrave for Peter Bercaw born  1782. I am hoping we can have them added to Peter #1 Findagrave where they belong.    Feel free to write me your thoughts on these proposed changes.  Regards, Michael (Schmermund) Lloyd——————————————————————————————————— Carolyn Leonard wrote:On Apr 4, 2021, at 10:53 AM, Michael L. wrote: Re: Completing the family history of Peter Bercaw born abt 1814 Adams County Pa. Parents: Joshua Cosine Bercaw and Catherine Conover Hi Carolyn, This document is already obsolete as I have added Catherine Bercaw (Morrison) brn 1813 to Joshua and Catherine Conover Bercaw. This is typical of the reports I have in my records.  Cheers, Michael Smermund Lloyd FAMILY PROFILE of JOSHUA (Josowa) COSINE BERCAW 10 Jan 1779 York (Adam) Co, Pa. died 17 Aug 1833, Monroe, Warren County, Ohio and wife Catherine Conover, born 30 Aug 1786 died 15 Oct 1855, Butler Co. Ohio WHAT IS KNOWN ABOUT Joshua (Josowa) Cosine Bercaw, GEN 5 in this study: Born (Baptism) 10 Jan 1779 York (Adam) Co. Pa. Father: Peter George Bercaw: 15 Jan, 1753 New Jersey, died 15 Oct 1823 , at 70y 9 months. Mt Joy Township, Adam , Pa. , mother : Antje Amy Anny Cosine Kershaw, born 4 Mar1754-died 10 Apr 1810, Mt Joy, Adams County Pa.  Joshua Bercaw served in the War of 1812 while living in Adams County, Pa. Catherine Canover was born 30 August 1886 Adam County , Pa. or 1885 if the date of baptism is right. The date of birthday came from information on her grave marker.  Joshua Bercaw married Catherine Conover about 1807 Adam County, Pa. US Census 1820 Mt. Pleasant , Adam County, Pa. married , 3 males under 10, i female under 10, one female under 15, I male between 26-44 and one female between 26-44. No record what happened to the two daughters shown in the 1820 census. The eldest likely married in Adams County, Pa. The second appears in the 1830 Warren County, Ohio US Census. Records show that Josuah lived in Adams County Pa. when his father died in 1823 and when he deeded land in 1824 to George Bercaw. Joshua appears in the Deerfield Twp,  Warren County, Tax rolls in 1826 to 1828 and in Turtle Creek Twp Warren County, Ohio 19 1829 thru 1833 (year of his death) Records show Joshua Bercaw died from cholera in Monroe, Warren County 17 Aug 1853. Noted in local records Joshua was from Adams County., Pa. Findagrave # 74304358. died 54 years, 7 months, 7 days Tax rolls for 1824-1833 in Warren County , Ohio for Joshua Bercaw had only 1 horse and 1 cow thus was not a farmer. Two of his sons, Peter and Jacob, “made shoes” which likely meant the father was a shoe cobbler. Note:1820 Census in Adams Co. says Joshua worked in manufacturing: ie: shoes are likely.   DAR application abt 1900 submitted by Samantha Katherine Bercaw (Johnston) born Feb 1854 Ohio documents her family history from great grandfather Peter, Grandfather Joshua and father Jacob Bercaw and confirms this family relationship.   Catherine Bercaw age 59 Pennsylvania, wife of Joshua Bercaw, living with son John C Bercaw age 39, Pennsylvania in Union, Warren County, Ohio in the 1850 US Census for John C Bercaw family.  Catherine Bercaw date of death 15 Oct 1855 is confirmed in Findagrave #61417283. She is buried in North Monroe Cemetery, Butler County, Ohio. Note: Bercaw book by foster did not include mothers name on 1850 census for John C Bercaw . The stone says she was 69 years 1 month 15 days. That translates to a birth date of 30 Aug 1786. Family records for DAR show the year of 1876 as her birth year. The family record called “Our Brokaw-Bragaw Heritage, by Foster, page 236 , paragraph 3 last sentence list Joshua as possible family to John C Bercaw and Peter Bercaw of Warren County. It points out that Joshua, son of Peter b. 1752, was living in Warren County, Ohio. The 1850 census referenced missed that the wife of Joshua living with John C Bercaw and his wife Elizabeth. Note: The appendix of the “Brokaw” Heritage report listing Census reports page 743 omitted from the record the mother Catherine Bercaw living with John C Bercaw in the 1850 census. Info on Joshua Bercaw , wife Catherine Conover and son Jacob is listed on “Our Brokaw-Bragaw Heritage” page #60, paragraph 4 and 5. It has a typo as the son of Joshua born 1779 listed as Joshua. The name  was actually Jacob born abt 1819 In Pennsylvania and married Rebecca Fulton 23 Feb 1843 Warren County, Ohio. It also list the date of baptism for Catherin Conover (Bercaw) 25 Sep 1785 (or 1786), parents Jan Kouenover and Catriena Coevert (Covert) in Adam County, Pa.  Should be noted that the Bercaw family originating from south east France and living in Mannheim about 1675 immigrated to New year and lived with the Dutch community. Most attended the local Dutch Reformed church in New York, New Jersey and Pennsylvania and spelling of names were often “Dutch” spelling over a period of abt 140 years.  Utilizing the 1820 and 1830 census for Joshua and Catherine Bercaw their eldest son John C Bercaw was born about 1810 (died 1890 in Hamilton, Ohio), the middle child was Peter born abt 1814 (2 years before the birth date of his wife Mariah Jan McEowen born 15 Aug 1816 (not baptism). Peter died between 1860 and 1870 Darke County, Ohio The youngest son, Jacob,  was born abt 1819 died in the civil war 16 Nov 1862.It is through Jacob born abt 1819 that the Daughter of the Revolution (DAR) application was made and approved. LIST OF ANCESTORS OF PETER BERCAW born abt 1814 Adam County, Pa.by generation: JOSHUA CONSINE BERCAW, 10 Jan 1779 Adam County, Pa , died 17 Aug 1833 PETER GEORGE ( JORIS) BERCAW:, born 15 Jan 1753 Somerset, New Jersey, died 15 Oct 1823, Mount Joy Twp., Adam Co. Pa. JORIS (GEORGE) B BROKAW Oct 1725- 1793, Raritan, Somerset, New Jersey, wife : Greetje Stryker, born 10 Mar 1734, died 1803 ABRAHAM BROKAW born abt 1684 Flatbush, Long Island, New York, died 9 Sep 1747 moved to Somerset, New Jersey 1702, married Marietje Davids  Born 13 Nov 1692-, married about 1810.  BOURGON BROUCHARD born 1645 LeRochelle, France, died 1720, Somerset, New Jersey. Moved to Mannheim as a French Huguenot and immigrated New York abt 1675. Live NY until 1702  bought 2000 acres land Somerset, New Jersey. Married Marie du May m: 1 Dec 1663, born , died at Mannheim young, wife #2 Catherine Lefevre, married 18 Dec 1666. She died after 1712 in New Jersey. Catherine Leferve mother to Gen #4 Abraham Brokaw. NOTE: Name spelling changed with Peter George Bercaw born 1753 move from Somerset, N. J.  to Adams (York) County Pennsylvania.  THE FAMILY OF JOSHUA COSINE BERCAW born 10 Jan 1779 York (Adam) Co. Pa. and wife Catherine Conover (Covenhoven or father’s spelling Kouenover, baptised 25 Sep 1785, Adam County, Pa.  Children of Joshua Cosine Bercaw 1779 and Catherine Conover 1775, Gen. 6 JOHN C BERCAW, born abt 1810, died 1890 Hamilton County, Spring Grove Cemetery, Cincinnati, Hamilton , Ohio Plot Garden LN, Sec 110, Lot 241. Married Elizabeth Holloway, born abt 1812, Ohio , died 1892, married 1 April 1836 Warren Co., Ohio. Note: the John C Bercaw family frequently spelled last name “BERCAU” including cemetery.  Children of marriage, Generation #7 JACOB C BERCAW, born about 1840 died 1883. Buried Spring Grove Cemetery, Hamilton County, Ohio in family plot . No further information could be found on his 43 years of life. He is buried in the Bercaw/Bercau plot which is shared with the Bercaw daughter’s Kennedy family. Findagrave #78892839 AMOS H BERCAW (BERCAU) born 25 Nov 1843, Butler Co., Ohio , died 15 Mar 1924 Cincinnati, Hamilton Co., Ohio. Married 1869 Margaret EConnery , born 14 Feb 1843, Cincinnati, Ohio, parents Edward Connery and Susan Poole, both born in Ireland.  Margaret died 21 Feb 1924 Hamilton County, Ohio. She was a life long school teacher. The couple had no children recorded. Both are buried in the family plot at Spring Grove Cemetery with the last name spelling “Bercau” Amos Findagrave #78892836 and Margaret Findagrave #78892837 ANNA ELIZABETH BERCAW (KENNEDY), born 22 Jul 1849 Butler County, Ohio , died 26 Jan 1929, Morristown, Tennessee.  Findagrave # 78970916, Spring Grove Cemetery, Hamilton County, Ohio. Married Francis Kennedy 8 Nov 1868, Hamilton, Ohio. Husband died 1878 and buried in Spring Grove Cemetery plot#1 with the Bercaw family. Findagrave #78970956. Civil war draft shows him as a university student at age of 22. He served in the 138th Infantry as a corporal, He married 8 Niv 1868 Hamilton, Ohio.  Marriage had one child, Lewis (Louis) Bercau Kennedy, born Apr 1870 died 1911, buried Spring Grove Cemetery family plot Findagrave # 78970989. Married Nellie Gansen 14 Jun 1894, Champaign, Ohio. Marriage had one child: Frank Bercau Kennedy, born 28 Apr 1895, died 14 Jul 1961, Dayton, Ohio . ADDITIONAL CHILDREN OF JOSHUA BERCAW born 1779 Adams  County Pa. GEN #7   #2-3 Daughters reported in 1820 and 1830 US census reports. One daughter reported in 1820 census , Adams County, Pa. said one daughter between age 10-15 and one under 10 years old. In the 1830 US Census  Warren County, Ohio there was only one female between age 15-20. In either case there is no record of their names thus to this point lost to family history.  #4 PETER BERCAW, born abt 1814 Adams County, Pa, died between 1860-1870 in Darke County, Ohio and wife Mariah Jane McEowen, born 15 Aug 1816, New Jersey, died between 1870 and 1880 in Darke County, Ohio. The couple married 15 Aug 1839 Warren County, Ohio. Bercaw family records indicate the couple had 7 children however only 5 were recorded on census reports, Gaps in the ages suggest that two other children likely were born but did not live to be recorded in the census reports. Mariah Jane McEowen parents were Alexander Hugh McEowen 1778 NJ- 12 Dec 1863 Darke County, Ohio and second wife Alladay Hagamon 1788 NJ -22 Aug 1830, Warren County, Ohio.  Children of Peter Bercaw Marriage, Generation # 7: Rhoda Bercaw, born abt 1840. Appears only in the 1850 Census Butler County, Ohio age 11 born in Ohio. No record of her appears again. By 1882 the family wrote in an obituary for the wife of James Alex Bercaw that parents had died and only three children survived.  Catherine Bercaw (Heckman)(Emerick) born 29 Oct 1841 Warren County, Ohio, died Greenville, Darke County, Ohio 17 Aug, 1913. Findagrave #218002403 .  Catherine Bercaw (spelled McCaw) married Joseph Heckman 31 Aug 1862, Darke County, Ohio. They had one child from the marriage: William Heckman born 14 Oct 1864 Darke County, Ohio, died 20 Mar 1907, Cumberland County, Pa. Findagrave #42093902. First husband Joseph Heckman born 1838 died  14 Jan 1893 Findagrave #51070276. Second marriage for Catherine (Heckman) to Samuel Emerick, 8 March 1894, Darke County, Ohio. Marriage was brief as Samuel Emerick born 17 Jan 1818 and died 22 Jan 1897 Findagrave #156724876.  John H. Bercaw born abt 1848, Ohio, died 2 Feb 1866 as a result of military service. John enlisted for civil war from Darke County, Ohio underage and was discharged by civil (court) action.  He was buried in Martin Cemetery, Darke County, Ohio, Findagrave #51070315. John H Bercaw (last name in cemetery is Bergaw) Martin cemetery is shared by his sister, Catherine Bercaw (Heckman)(Emerick), see above #2. James Alexander Bercaw born 24 Sept 1852 Ohio, died 25 Aug 1915, Madison County, Indiana. He was married twice: first wife was Rebecca  J. Hathaway married 21 Sep 1873 Darke County, died 17 Sep 1882 age 30,  Findagrave #72460673.No children by this marriage, Second wife , Margaret B Davis, 4 Sept 1887, Darke County, Ohio. She was born 9 July 1862 Darke County, died 21 Jan 1924, Rush County, Indiana, Findagrave #72460667. Children from this marriage was: Henry Davis Bercaw  born 18 Sep1888 Darke County, Ohio died 9 Apr 1940, Lake County, Ohio , Findagrave #36385215 and Walter Nelson Bercaw born 26 Dec 1891, Darke County, Ohio died 23 Feb 1976 Grant County, Indiana Findagrave #43086833. Note: Findagrave has error on parents name  for James Alexander Bercaw. Appears second wife did not know the parents first name. The death certificate is posted on Findagrave #72460665.  Redding (Reading) Bercaw, Born 17 April 1856 Ohio, died 17 April 1930, died on birth date, lived Newark, Ohio died in Columbus, Ohio. Findagrave # 155837860. Redding first wife was Caroline Stager, 14 Mar 1876, Darke County, Ohio. Marriage ended in divorce. Had one child Pricilla Jenny Bercaw (Root) born 6 Jan 1877, Darke County. Second marriage to Mary Adaline Bobb 21 Mar 1882, Franklin County, Ohio. The second marriage had 6 children. By 1910 Census Redding did not live with his wife and his wife, Mary Adaline Bonn (Bercaw) died 11 Jun 1916 Findagrave #13087854.  Children of the second marriage, Gen #8: ELMER LAMOTT BERCAW, born 1 Jan 1883, Franklin County, Ohio, died 3 May 1967. Findagrave #37855138 MARY ELLA BERCAW, born 5 Jan 1886, Franklin County, Ohio, Never married, died 3 Feb 1968, Franklin County, Ohio. Findagrave #155837629 THURMAN READING BERCAW born 10 Mar1888, Franklin County, Ohio. died 8 Dec 1945 Findagrave #68649628.  EASTER RHODA BERCAW, born 17 April 1891 (Likely 1892 Easter Sunday which agrees with grave stone), died 11 Feb 1920 (TB) . Findagrave #121423528. Spouse Clarence William Reinhard 1888-1948, sole survivor of car crash taking siblings and parents as a child. CHARLES L. BERCAW, born 18 Oct 1896, Franklin County, Ohio,., died 15 Apr 1941, Findagrave #187763251 PAULINE BERCAW,  born 7 Aug 1899 Columbus, Franklin County, Ohio, died 28 Sep 1908, Findagrave #121365191 CHILDREN of Joshus Cosine Bercaw born 1779 and Catherine Conover born 1786 No. # 5 Jacob Bercan born abt 1819 Adam County, Pa., Gen. #6:      5. JACOB BERCAW born abt 1819 Adams County, Pa. Married Rebecca Fulton 23 Feb 1843, Warren County, Ohio.  Appeared in only one US Census report: 1850 US Census for Lemon., Butler Co., Ohio,  Jacob age 31 born Pa. shoemaker, his wife, Rebecca age 22 ,Ohio, , daughter P Emily Bercaw age 1. A second child was born to the couple after the 1850 census, Samantha Katherine Bercaw born Feb 1854 in Butler Co., Ohio and died in Iowa 6 Mar 1917, Des Moines County, Iowa. Records of this daughter provided detail family records for DAR application made abt 1900. She confirms the family history for 4 generations. There is no record of the first daughter P Emily or her mother Rebecca after the 1850 Census.  Samantha Katherine Bercaw was found living with the Fulton family in the 1870 census with Robert and Arah Fulton, in Lemon , Butler County, Ohio . Samantha was age 17 single. Samantha K Bercaw married 21 Nov 1873 Robert W Johnston in Livingston, Illinois and by 1880 US Census for Davenport, Scott, Iowa was married, age 27, Robert 30, and three children: Edgar Johston, 5, Illinois, Toulan, age 3 and Edith age “0”. S Katherine Bercaw (Johnston died 6 Mar 1917. Findagrave #102803841. Children of marriage Gen. 8: EDGAR E JOHNSTON born 1876 Illinois died 1897 Findagrave #102803579 ZOULON ZON JOHNSTON (Martin) born Sep 1877 (from 1900 census) married Alvin Martin 15 Oct 1913 King Washington State, died 29 Mar 1956 King, Washington State, Note 1880 census spelled name  Toulon. EDYTHE JENNETTE JOHNSTON (Thompson) born 14 Jan 1880 Iowa, died 23 Feb 1947 Los Angeles, Cal. JACOB BERCAW  born abt 1819 appears to have died about the age of 44 in Indiana. . He enlisted for the Civil War in Covington, Indiana for military service 11 Aug 1862 at the age of 43 and died 16 Nov 1862 from disease at Indianapolis, Indiana. Findagrave # 47467311, Civil War Veteran Indiana 63rd Company H.Completed by, J Michael Schmermund Lloyd Toronto, Ontario, Canada 28 Nov 2020 ——————————————————————————————————— Carolyn Leonard wrote: The Bercaw/Brokaws of Conewago  Begin forwarded message: From: Michael L.  Subject: THE PETER BERCAW born 1752 various studies and reports Date: April 13, 2021 at 2:19:11 PM CDT To: Carolyn Leonard  To my genealogy friends, I embarked on a journey now about a year to bring clarity the recorded history of the family of PETER BERCAW born 1752 in New Jersey but lived in Adams County, Pennsylvania. The Elsie Foster book titles “Our Brokaw-Bragaw Heritage ” published 1967 has encouraged many people to research the family and to try to answer the questions raised by the book. As we now know computerize research added to thousands of people on line both offers potential new information and often wrong information that does not always lead to accurate records. This could not have been envisioned by Elsie Foster in 1967.    I have worked with the book and other sources to resolve many of the questions raised by the book given that many of the children died prior to 1850 when the US introduced detailed census reports on families. I have found the book uniquely accurate with only a few minor typos . Fortunately the author would point out a question and did not try to guess what the answer might be.. Despite that the question of Peter Bercaw born 1782 date of death has caused a large amount of confusion especially on Ancestry and Findagraves.    Despite the fact there was significant information missing on most of the 8 boys reportedly born to Peter Bercaw born 1752 we are fortunate that 5 boys  date of baptism was provided in the Foster book. . The three children reportedly born to Peter Bercaw 1782, Samuel born 1820 David born 1822 and Isaac born 1823 were in fact children of Peter Bercaw born 1753 by his second and third wives of Peter Bercaw 1752 each required research to determine if they were his children. Available now on line are newspaper articles verifying the marriages to the senior Peter Bercaw born 1753.  It should be noted that at the time it was common for senior widowed men to remarry as their home was often filled with widowed children or grandchildren.     Regarding the last three boys reported as sons of Peter Bercaw 1752, Samuel born 1820 does not appear anywhere in the record and was not mentioned in the Will of Peter Bercaw drafted in 1822. If he was born as the Foster study says he may have died before the Will was drafted in 1822.  We do know he has a grandson Samuel Bercaw born about 1813 and subject of a Findagrave #221508668., father Isaac Bercaw. David Bercaw born 1822 may not be the son of Peter Bercae 1753 as he was not included in the Will drafted by Peter Bercaw born 1753.  There is no doubt that Isaac born 19 Mar 1823 was his child as his mother applied to court for financial help for her son from Peter Bercaw 1753 estate.    In my research significant details were missing in the book on Joshua born 1779, William born 1785, and Isaac born 1790. Much of the information has been retrieved and reported by me in specific reports.       My major report has been on the family of PETER BERCAW #2 born 1782. This son was the subject of a major question by the Foster book which raised questions about when he died and who he married. The book has created a large amount of confusion.. It turned out the answer to those question existed in the local newspapers published in Adams County, Pennsylvania published at the time of the events and some republished in the 1960s.  Today it is now possible to conclude Peter Bercaw born 1782 was married only once and died in 1817. The additional children reported as his were not his children and deeding of land reported in the Foster book was between uncle Peter and nephew Isaac and not son.     I am pleased to have completed the first major family profile  on the family of Peter Bercaw #2 born 1782 and died 1817. Despite he fathered only 3 children it is a significant report covering some 200 years. The only unresolved question is what happened to his daughter Ann Bercaw born about 1816 in Adams County, Pa.  According to family reports and the Will of Peter Bercaw born 1753 lived with her grandfather. The family legend is she moved to Ohio in the 1840s an, married and died young. It appears she is lost to history.     The family profile for Beter Bercaw #2 born 1782 is an extensive document . Recommend you point out a hard copy as it is easier to read as the report on email form rambles on. I do wish to thank you all for your help and contributions in this effort.Cheers, Michael “Schmermund” Lloyd  (for the record)——————————————————————————————————— Lynn Rogers wrote:Pam Ellington- You might want to put the attch “Scalping..” on the Dutch Cous website.Diana Margaret/Judy- I’ll answer to almost anything, and “Ryker” is an honor, but I don’t want to confuse folks, I am (Mr) Lynn C. Rogers (2021 in Dayton OH since 1961), born 1936 Jefferson Co IN, desc KY Low Dutch: Ryker, Smock, Demaree. Actually, surviving a scalping was easy; but it was pretty difficult surviving the collateral injuries which convinced a person to consent to the scalping.  That is the reason that scalping “survivors” are considered somewhat unusual. I was curious for decades about medical treatment that ggggma Leah would have had, finally came across the JAR article.See my file: SmockLine (untangles 3 Jacob Smocks, etc) Editor note:  This is an image of the attachment “Scalping” referred to above:  If you wish to have a copy in Microsoft Word with active hyperlinks, reply to this newsletter, and I’ll send it to you.

Pam Ellingson wrote: I have added this to the documents page on the website. http://dutchcousins.org/documents/ ————————————————————————————————————- Judy Cassidy wrote: That’s great. Pam, I have about three documents i am unable to download and post due to the fact that I have an Apple vs Microsoft. If I send them to you I wonder if you would be able to do this. One is the map of the area in Berkley where Jacob Vanderveer had the land where those low dutch settled for instance. The other the letters from Samuel and Lea Demerest/Demaree from there requesting her money. She gives a terrific description of the area and situation ————————————————————————————————————- Lynn Rogers wrote: Judy- Why don’t you send them to me?  I have a dau who is a professional graphics person, also a couple of IT grandkids, plus Ron Grimes at Jefferson County Hist Soc in Madison.  Surely, one of those can put your files in a form which can be posted. Area in Berkley include Scrabble?  I think my hard drive has a version of that.  My Rykers were there for one year with Demaree in-laws.  I actually visited Scrabble a few years ago, even drove over to the Potomac and had a look. Sometimes the email carrier reduces the resolution to make the file smaller, and transfer faster. We may have to do by thumb drive.  If you know the size of the files, include that info when you send. But, no promises. ————————————————————————————————————- Diana wrote: Lynn, Thank you so much for getting back to me.  I wonder if scalping is similar to pulling out a big chunk of hair?  Some of us would pull out a hair thread. Now you have my email address.  I have been meaning to update the information on the file about my ancestor at Conewago. ————————————————————————————————————- Diana also wrote: According to Find A Grave, Leah Smock was the daughter of Jacob Smock and Trynite Demarest.  I think Trynite and Rachel were sisters?  Rachel’s son Gerardus junior married Leah Smock. There is also conflicting information about Rachel Demarest because it looks like there were two Rachel Demarest cousins who were born around the same time.   ————————————————————————————————————-New Amsterdam History Center sent: Editors note: info@DutchCousins.org is now on the mailing list of the New Amsterdam History Center.  We are including a couple of their recent notifications.  If interested in their information. you may want to subscribe yourself, as there will be many notifications we will not be able to show.The Dutch American Group (DAG) wrote: Subject: Your subscription to DAGNN-L:  please read and save! Friends and Colleagues, Welcome to the Dutch American Group (DAG) list, DAGNN-L which includes Dutch historical societies, institutes, organizations, family associations, and other groups representing some relationship with the Dutch in America and its legacy. Several repositories and institutions are coming together to share information about their work, to collaborate on projects, and to assist each other in promotion and communication. We have added you to DAGNN-L as the conduit from which and to which information will flow. If you prefer someone other than you serve in this role, please send Marilyn.douglas@nysed.gov or Dirk.mouw@earthlink.net  the name and email address and we will make the change. The mission statement of DAG is: The Dutch American Group is formed to allow all known Dutch historical societies, institutes, and organizations to share their historical records and learn from each other the phenomenal stories about the Dutch in the formation of the American society and building blocks of Church and State.  We also want to share our historical research about the Low Dutch who originally migrated to New Amsterdam and then to New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and onward to Kentucky. Often, we recognize that one organization doesn’t know what the other is doing: conflicting dates occur; new information is disseminated unevenly; existence of programs and holdings are only known locally; unneeded duplication of resources and events occurs; assistance is unreachable or unknown; etc.  In other words, where weaknesses occur, there could be strength in unity or Eendracht maakt macht. In addition to our information list, we also have a DAG Facebook page <https://www.facebook.com/dutchamericangroup/> to which you can post events, requests, current research projects, etc. DAG will meet periodically online or via conference call to exchange information and air problems. Every two years, a face-to-face meeting at a central location may be held at which a speaker or speakers could address DAG on a topic of mutual concern or interest. Results of these meetings will go out to the constituent members via their own newsletters, mailings, or posted online as a video or document. This is an exciting venture that will strengthen all of us as we work together in stimulating cooperation, interest in, and research about the Dutch in America and its legacy. The DAG Steering Committee (Michael Vande Woude, New Netherland Institute Trustee; Russell Gassero, Archivist, Reformed Church of America; Charles Gehring, Director, New Netherland Research Center; Dirk Mouw, Historian; Marilyn Douglas, New Netherland Institute VP) ——————————————————————————————————— New Amsterdam History Center wrote: New Amsterdam History Center Presents: A Virtual Conversation with Adam Eaker, Assistant Curator / Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York and Nigel Van Wieck Contemporary Artist Moderated by Laura D. Corey Project Manager and Senior Researcher / Metropolitan Museum of Art   Live Q&A Follows Join us for an engaging conversation exploring the longstanding love affair between New Yorkers and the art of Johannes Vermeer. Vermeer worked amidst a cultural flowering in the Dutch Republic at the time that New York was still New Amsterdam. This conversation will tell the story of how these paintings came to be in New York and why they still captivate us today.  Date And Time:  Tue, May 11, 2021  5:00 PM – 6:30 PM CDTJoin us for an engaging discussion about the city’s love affair with the Dutch masterAbout this EventNEW YORK LOVES VERMEER Join Us for a Virtual Conversation with Adam EakerAssistant Curator / Metropolitan Museum of Art in New YorkandNigel Van WieckContemporary Artist Moderated byLaura D. CoreyProject Manager and Senior Researcher / Metropolitan Museum of ArtAbout This EventJoin us for a conversation that will explore the longstanding love affair between New Yorkers and the art of Johannes Vermeer. New York has more paintings by Vermeer than any other city. Vermeer worked amidst a cultural flowering in The Dutch Republic at the time that New York was still New Amsterdam. This conversation will tell the story of how these paintings came to be in New York and why they still speak so powerfully to us today. Live Q+A will follow a pre-recorded conversationTickets: General Admission: $15NAHC Contributors – free admission with contribution of $50 or moreStudents and educators: Free AdmissionHow It WorksA day before the event, we will send out the link and password to all ticket holders.About Our SpeakersAdam Eaker studied art history at Yale University and Columbia University, where he received his PhD in 2016. A specialist in Northern European and British painting of the sixteenth through the eighteenth century, he was previously a visiting scholar at the Rubenianum Research Institute for Flemish Art in Antwerp. Before joining the staff of The Met, he served as an Anne L. Poulet Curatorial Fellow and subsequently guest curator at the Frick Collection, where he co-curated the exhibition Van Dyck: The Anatomy of Portraiture (2016). At The Met, Adam has curated the exhibition In Praise of Painting, which is currently on view and features all five of the museum’s paintings by Vermeer.Nigel Van Wieck is an English painter, of long-ago Dutch origins, who works in New York City. When he entered art college in the late 60’s he transformed himself from a painter to a kinetic artist working with neon to explore light. When, after ten years of exhibiting in galleries and museums, Van Wieck decided to return to painting, it was Vermeer who influenced his choice of subjects: light and realism. His body of work is firmly rooted in American Realism: city life, bars, street corners, beaches and parks. Van Wieck’s works have been exhibited worldwide in Alex Reid & Lefevre Gallery in London, The Venice Biennale’s Centennial Exhibition, and the Didier Aaron Gallery in New York.Laura D. Corey is Project Manager for Curatorial, Conservation, and Science Initiatives and Senior Researcher in the Director’s Office of The Metropolitan Museum of Art. Most recently, she was co-curator of the Museum’s 150th anniversary exhibition, Making The Met, 1870–2020. She holds a PhD from the Institute of Fine Arts, New York University, where she specialized in nineteenth-century French art and the history of collecting and wrote a dissertation about Mary Cassatt’s role as an advisor to American collectors during the Gilded Age. New Amsterdam History Center To pay by credit card, click below, call 212-874-4702, or write to us at events@newamsterdamhistorycenter.org ———————————————————————————————————

Newsletter 5-10-2021

Dutch Cousins Gathering Announcement

Hello Dutch Cousins!
A new little Dutch girl arrived in March!  I am now a grandmother to Lynlee Gretchen Davis and am absolutely smitten with her and my new role.  We will be enjoying her first Kentucky Derby this Saturday as the horses will be off!  We won’t be at the track but our state is finally starting to open for larger gatherings. 

Planning for our 2021 Dutch Cousins Gathering is thundering ahead and prayers are going up for a successful event, September 24-27, 2021 at the Kentucky State University Harold R. Benson Farm.  We previously took an informal poll asking who has plans to attend.  If you are able to now commit or change your answer to a yes please email your updated vote to  DutchCousinsofKY@gmail.com  or info@DutchCousins.org  . 

Reservation forms will be going out soon if we are able to get the numbers needed to cover our expenses.  To aid in your decision you may review Kentucky’s Covid19 regulations at: https://governor.ky.gov/covid19 and the CDC’s regulations regarding large gatherings at:  https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/community/large-events/considerations-for-events-gatherings.html .
Hope to see you in September!

Tamara Fulkerson
Dutch Cousins President 2020-2021
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Hello Cousins!!

Hope you all are getting excited about our upcoming 2021 Dutch Cousins gathering! It’s been almost 2 years since our last gathering and I know you have so much to share and talk about! We know you are ready to get out and enjoy seeing family and friends again and also very happy to meet new ones, as well.

As DC President Tamara has mentioned, we are continuing to check weekly on our state’s guidelines for Covid restrictions. I’m praying hard that all will be good come  September,  as I feel it will be! We want everyone to be safe! 

We’re very excited about returning to The Harold R. Benson Farm again. This is a beautiful ‘working farm’ for the Kentucky State University in Frankfort, Ky. Frankfort is also Kentucky’s state capital and a beautiful historic town. The venue is just as beautiful and has everything we need for our gathering.

We also have our wonderful ‘Family Affair’ Catering service back. 
They are very happy to return to our gathering and we just love their delicious ‘home cooked’ meals.

I’ve also been working on our stay in Frankfort. If you need a hotel for our gathering, I have listed below info on 3 different ones that we have used in the past. I have listed phone numbers, our discount codes to use when you call, and locations. I’m not endorsing any particular one because I feel all are nice and convenient for us and they do serve breakfast each morning. 

I’ve blocked rooms for Friday, Sept. 24th and Saturday, Sept. 25th. You need to keep in mind, there are cut-off dates about 3 weeks before, to assure they have a room for you. You can also look on their website for more info and can cancel up to 2 days before, without penalty.

The Hampton Inn & Holiday Inn are right off I-64 and The Capital Plaza Hotel is located about 4-5 miles going into Frankfort and this hotel has been used many times by our Cousins.

The Hampton Inn Frankfort
1310 U.S. 127 South
Frankfort, KY 40601
502-223-7600
Discount  Code – DCG
Rate – $104.00 + tax = $117.97

Holiday Inn Express Frankfort
1000 Vandalay Drive
Frankfort, KY 40601
502-352-4650
Discount code – DUTCH COUSINS
Rate – $109.00 + tax = $123.63

Capital Plaza Hotel in the heart of Frankfort
405 Wilkinson Blvd
Frankfort, KY 40601
502-227-5100
Discount code – 4688
Rate – $109.00 + tax = $123.63

Can’t wait to see everyone again!

If you have never been to a Dutch Cousins gathering, you will be amazed at how much you can learn about your family history. If you have any loose ends in your research or need to connect to someone with a name you are related to, this is the place to be!!  We will have multiple family history tables, set up in the hallway that represent many Dutch Cousin families. They have pictures, stories, newspaper clippings, and all kinds of certificates of interest.
  
We usually have at least 15-20  different states represented at each gathering and you will always find someone to learn from. We will have wifi connection, so you can bring your computer and research there, as well. 

Eddie and I first heard about the Dutch Cousins from a newspaper article in 2009 and we have not missed a gathering since. There are so many wonderful Cousins out there just waiting to share their stories and history with you!

We hope you will join us this year for our 2021 Dutch Cousin Gathering!

Blessings to all,
Janice Cozine
Dutch Cousins Treasurer
& Registration Chair
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Timothy Nye wrote:
Please add me to your newsletter
Dutch connection:
Gerardus Ryker, Rachel Demerest, Hendrick Banta, Mary Banta, Henry Shively
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Kathy Dean wrote:
Please add me to your newsletter
Dutch connection:
My 2nd great-grandmother was Mary Catharine Westerfield married to Andrew Jackson Ralph, her parents – David Westerfield and Elizabeth Moseley, his parents – Cornelius Westerfield and Elizabeth Bruce, his parents – James Westerfield and phoebe Cozine, his parents Jacobus Westerfield and Maria Damaree.
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Ellen Reid wrote:
I would like to have a copy of the Scalping article in Microsoft Word.
Leah Smock Ryker is my 4th great-grandmother.
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Gerald M. Haslam wrote:
I see that Judy Cassity is donating a copy of the original Conewago baptismal records and deacons records to the Owasco DRC Church.  By “original” does Judy mean the actual handwritten records, or a transcription of same??  Also, have the deacons records ever been published?  How extensive are they?  Sorry for all the questions.

Gerald M. Haslam
Emeritus Prof of History
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Judith Smith Cassidy replied:
Hello Gerald:  

The Conowago Deacons and Baptismal Records are photo copies, made by the Pennsylvania Historical Society of the ORIGINAL DEACONS AND BAPTISMAL RECORDS.  The records were discovered by me when I was at the PHS several years ago.  No one was allowed to take photos of them excepting the Society, so Vince Akers kindly paid to have the copies made, we each have one.  They were filed as follows since they are in Dutch which apparently no one at the Society could read. They are located in the ArchivesManuscript Collections of the HSP, 1300 Locust Street, Philadelphia, PA. At that date they were filed as Main Author: Dutch Reformed Church (Conewago, Pa) Summary Records 1769-1803, possibly kept by Rev. David Demarest of miscellaneous Financial Accounts in Dutch and names of recipients and a register of Baptisms, 1770-1793. Records of David Demarest and Roelf Brinkerhof, Dutch Reformed Church, Call Number (Phi) am. 711, MSS Dept of Historical Society of Pennsylvania, 1300 Locust Street, Philadelphia, PA.  They are large to say the least.  Also Rev. Demarest mis-spoke when he said they were filed at the Archives in Harrisburg, PA, they are not.  

Dorothy Koenig, Editor of the New Netherland Connections published my Article, in Vol 12, No. 4, Oct, Nov, Dec. 2007, titled “Discovery of the Original Deacon’s, Poor Chest and Baptismal Records of the Low Dutch Congregation of the Conewago; as well as the Translation of the Deacons Records by  Harry Macy, Jr, FASC, former Editor of the New York Genealogical and Biographical Society, titled   “Conewago Deacon’s Records, 1777-1703 which was followed by another article I wrote titled “The Deacons Records of the Conewago Congregation, York county, Pennsylvania, 1777-1803, in Vol 13, No. 3, July, August, Sept 2008.

My final Article, Titled “Journey of One Hundred Years” is the story of the Journey of the Conewago Reformed Dutch Church Records of York County, Pennsylvania and the History of their Custodians,” appearing in two Volumes. Vol. 15, No. 3 and No. 4, 2010.

These can all be downloaded as Dorothy Koenig put them on line when she retired at: 

http://www.americanancestors.org/uploadedFiles/American_Ancestors/Content/Databases/PDFs/NewNetherlandConnections/NewNetherlandConnectionsV.1.pdf

There are many other great articles by other authors in this publication, so check them all out.
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Doug Demaree wrote:
So I guess we are related …I am descended from one of Antje Demaree’s siblings…….let’s talk at the Dutch Cousins meeting in September……I am Doug Demaree…..Have a great weekend.   Good luck with your research….It is great fun for me…..
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Tana Hamm wrote:
I read the newsletters hoping to see the family name Cozine appear.  This time it did!  Who would like to email me about my lineage?
Tanahamm@comcast.net
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Leo Schreuders wrote:
In reaction to Chris Canine
Years ago following the trail of old Dutch reformed Churches, we came across the Conyn House in Claverack, NY
See: 
https://sweethousedreams.blogspot.com/2020/08/conyn-van-rensselaer-house-1766-brick.html?m=1


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Judy Cassidy wrote:
Hello:  This is the address for Dorothy Koenig, Editor’s publications of the New Netherland Connections.  This is a great newsmagazine which came out several times a year with super articles and excellent authors. They are free to read or download.


http://www.americanancestors.org/uploadedFiles/American_Ancestors/Content/Databases/PDFs/NewNetherlandConnections/NewNetherlandConnectionsV.1.pdf

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Loren L Seifert wrote:
Hi “KING”,   I too am a King descendant,  have family info re: King, Koning, Koninck of Well to the 1600’s.
   Get in touch if you desire.
                               Big “hugs” to Caro,
                                            Loren

May 21, 2021 Dutch Cousins 2021 Gathering Officer and Chair position openings

Greetings Dutch Cousins!
The Governor of Kentucky is lifting our mask mandate on June 11^th. We have open positions and need volunteers for this year’s Dutch Cousins Gathering!  Please let us know as soon as possible how you can help, since we now know we can definitely move forward. Please let us know if there is any committee that you would like to serve on, as our chairs end up doing so much work alone.
Please let us know of any offices or committee positions that you are interested in for the 2022-2023 term. 

2020-2021 Officers and Committee Chairs for Low Dutch Cousins
President – Tamara Fulkerson of Crestwood, KY       
Vice President –  Mary Jo Gohmann  of Floyds Knobs, IN                   
Secretary – Denise M. Perry of Somerville, TN     
Treasurer – Janice Cozine of Mt. Washington, KY   
Editor, Dutch Letters – King and Sharon Cole  of Ben Wheeler, TX     
Editor Newsletter         NEED A WRITER     
Board Member – Eddie Cozine of Mt. Washington, KY     
Board Member – Malcolm Banta of Rotonda West, FL      
Board Member – Amalie Preston of Harrodsburg, KY         
Immediate Past President – Charles Westerfield

Chairpersons:
Nominations Chair – Tamara Fulkerson  of KY
Gathering Coordinator – Janice Cozine of KY
Registration -Janice Cozine of KY
Meals –  Janice Cozine of KY
Hospitality – Emily Welches of IN
T-Shirt Fundraiser – Janice Cozine of KY
Financial/Audit Report – Vince Akers of IN
Webmaster – Pam Ellingson of WI
Program Speakers – President
Dutch Silent Auction – King & Sharon Cole of TX
HHS Low Dutch Research Day – Amalie Preston of KY
Surname Banners – Tamara Fulkerson of KY
DAR/SAR  Ancestor Assistance – Charlotte Olson of IL
Conewago Project – Malcolm Banta of FL & Laurel Auchampau of NY
Old Mud Service – Russ Gasero

We need volunteers for the following positions:
KY Historical Marker –  
Historian –
Heritage Displays – Our Family Tables are really one of the most important things we do.
Photography & Slideshow – Photograph our Gathering and prepare the PowerPoint slideshow to run throughout.  
Publicity – NEED A WRITER to assist our secretary and editors.

Tamara Fulkerson
Dutch Cousins President 2020-2021

6/18/2021
The Cousins are Coming! September 24-27, 2021

We are moving full steam ahead planning for our 9^th Dutch Cousins Gathering in Frankfort, Kentucky. 

The Covid-19 pandemic has presented some inflationary hurdles that we are trying to mitigate.  Our main effort is in trying to the best of our ability, to be cost conscious and being good stewards of our seed funds.  We have made the decision to email our brochure and registration forms to help ensure a successful gathering.  We had quite a lot of returned brochures from our 2019 mailing, which resulted in a tough waste of funding.  Please make sure that we have your current contact information – mailing address, phone numbers, email address, and Dutch family surname – by emailing the information to dutchcousinsofky@gmail.com .  Please let us know if it is your home or cell phone.

If you have previously RSVP’d that you will be attending, please send in your registration and t-shirt forms as soon as possible.  EVERYONE WHO ORDERS A SHIRT, AND IS REGISTERED AND PAID BY AUGUST 20, WILL ALSO GET A FREE BAG WITH LOGO TO MATCH YOUR T-SHIRT! (one bag with each $25 registration) No more T-shirts can be ordered after September 10, 2021.

For those of you still on the fence we hope that you will take the leap and decide to join us.  It will be good to be with our cousins after this most difficult past year.  To aid in your decision you may review Kentucky’s Covid19 regulations at https://governor.ky.gov/covid19 and the CDC’s regulations regarding large gatherings at  https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/community/large-events/considerations-for-events-gatherings.html

Our website is www.dutchcousins.org and these are the direct links to the 2021 Brochure and Registration Forms: 
Brochure:  https://bit.ly/3wA9dTM
Registration:  https://bit.ly/3cQYHzL

See you in September!
Tamara Fulkerson
Dutch Cousins President 2020-20212021 Dutch Cousins Gathering BrochureDownload2021 Dutch Cousins Gathering RegistrationDownload

Newsletter 6-20-2021

“You can stop praying now!”  As many of you know, Sharon & I live in East Texas.  In church this morning, the Pastor made an urgent request:  “To all of you who were praying last February for warmer weather – you can stop praying now! It’s here!” Stay tuned – registration forms for the Dutch Gathering in September will be out soon.

Marilyn Douglas wrote:Please forward to those who you think might be interested in this information.Visit this website with  over 350  famous Dutch songs – all with music, English translation and background information.Dutch songs with music and English translationshttps://www.dutchsongs.overtuin.netThis website includes – 150 of the most well-known traditional Dutch children’s songs – 50 historic folk songs from the Middle Ages onward – 175 famous pop songs, ballads and chansons of the last 100 years.Furthermore for many years I answer questions about Dutch songs in my English guestbook.I have a master in Dutch language and literature (Utrecht University), and worked for over three years at the Dutch Song Database at the Meertens Research Institute in Amsterdam.Many descendants of Dutch emigrants so far have been able to find back the lyrics of songs their (grant)parents once sang to them.But I also help writers to find Dutch songs that are appropriate for a certain time period;  or choirs to find a song with the right content for a commemorating event;  or scientific researchers to find back songwriters or sources. Such things also might be interesting for your members, or your community.Thank you for your attention, with kind regards,met vriendelijke groeten, Rozemarijn  (‘rosemary’).Thank, Marilyn Marilyn E. Douglas, President New Netherland Institute 222 Madison Avenue, Room 10D45 Albany, NY 12230 518.408.1212 (w) Tues Fax 518.473.0472 518.489.0418 (h) Mobile: 518.495.5993 Website www.newnetherlandinstitute.org Facebook page http://on.fb.me/1fq5BdX —————————————————————————————  Doug Demaree wrote: I am looking forward to the Dutch Cousins  2021 gathering.  What a great family  reunion………Its been over 350 years in the making…..!!!!!   Thanks to all of you……God bless……Your Cousin, Doug Demaree. ————————————————————————————— Leo Schreuders wrote: Greetings, A few months ago I sent you my paper on the origin villages, where the Dutch farmers came from in the 17th century, that was published in the Halve Maen in 2017. Seeing your call for volunteers, I could be your contact in the Netherlands. So I would be open to questions about places of origin or tips for travelling to the Netherlands. Vriendelijke Groet Leo Schreuders ————————————————————————————— Marilyn Douglas wrote: NNI Student Scholar in Residence grant program is now accepting applications. Applications must be postmarked by July 15 to be considered for a grant. For information and application details, please go to NNI Student Scholar in Residence Thanks Marilyn ————————————————————————————— Leo Schreuders wrote: Hello, an article about Evert de Ridder, a new story Leo Schreuders

This is your 3rd Notification that The Cousins are Coming! September 24-27, 2021

UPDATES

~Apologies have been made to our Heritage Table Display chairman, Cynthia VannAusdall.  In all of our proofing we missed that, on page 9 of our brochure, her name was inadvertently left off.  So thank you Cynthia for volunteering and we do have interest from more cousins to assist you.  These displays truly are one of the most important things that we do.  Look for information forthcoming from Cynthia on how to register your participation.

~We also have a cousin that has shown interest in becoming Historian.  Will past Historians of Dutch Cousins please send an email detailing your responsibilities, past work & any tips to dutchcousinspresident@gmail.com   Thank you!

~If there is anyone interested in chairing the Books & Research committee please let us know.  In 2019 we did not have a book sale.  Previously we had a chairman that sought books to show and display for those researching our Low Dutch history.  Authors could post info on how to buy or bring books to sell on their own.  As chairman you would also be responsible in organizing the tables for the books and any information.  Please review our book and video list on our website:  http://dutchcousins.org/books-videos/

~Announcing our Friday speaker!Friday, September 24^th, 6:00pm                                                              

  Speaker Russell Gasero                                                               
~  Archivist Emeritus, Reformed Church in America“Something to Chew On: A Story About Archives”

What are archives? Why do we keep records? Is food a record? Should food even be preserved?

These and other questions will be discussed by Russell in his presentation detailing the establishment and growth of the Archives of the Reformed Church in America. We have all used archives in our research, but they are so much more than just family history resources. Russell will talk about the nature of the archival task and why archives are important. He will also touch on food in archives—not eating at your desk or the processing table, but the preservation of food in the archives.

Russell Gasero worked in the Archives of the United Nations from 1973 to 1978 and then started the archives program for the Reformed Church in America in 1978. He retired in 2020 after forty-two years and two months. He has been a speaker at archival conferences on the local and national level throughout his career as well as a leader in religious archives circles.
Looking forward to September!                                                                                                                                                                       
Tamara Fulkerson                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    Dutch Cousins President 2020-2021

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We are moving full steam ahead planning for our 9^th Dutch Cousins Gathering in Frankfort, Kentucky. 

The Covid-19 pandemic has presented some inflationary hurdles that we are trying to mitigate.  Our main effort is in trying to the best of our ability, to be cost conscious and being good stewards of our seed funds.  We have made the decision to email our brochure and registration forms to help ensure a successful gathering.  We had quite a lot of returned brochures from our 2019 mailing, which resulted in a tough waste of funding.  Please make sure that we have your current contact information – mailing address, phone numbers, email address, and Dutch family surname – by emailing the information to dutchcousinsofky@gmail.com .  Please let us know if it is your home or cell phone.

If you have previously RSVP’d that you will be attending, please send in your registration and t-shirt forms as soon as possible.  EVERYONE WHO ORDERS A SHIRT, AND IS REGISTERED AND PAID BY AUGUST 20, WILL ALSO GET A FREE BAG WITH LOGO TO MATCH YOUR T-SHIRT! (one bag with each $25 registration) No more T-shirts can be ordered after September 10, 2021.

For those of you still on the fence we hope that you will take the leap and decide to join us.  It will be good to be with our cousins after this most difficult past year.  To aid in your decision you may review Kentucky’s Covid19 regulations at https://governor.ky.gov/covid19 and the CDC’s regulations regarding large gatherings at  https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/community/large-events/considerations-for-events-gatherings.html

Our website is www.dutchcousins.org and these are the direct links to the 2021 Brochure and Registration Forms: 
Brochure:  https://bit.ly/3wA9dTM
Registration:  https://bit.ly/3cQYHzL

See you in September!
Tamara Fulkerson
Dutch Cousins President 2020-2021
PLEASE CLICK ON THE REGISTRATION FORM TO PRINT

4th Notification: 2021 Dutch Cousins Gathering

Brochure & Registration – updated edition page 10

The Cousins are Coming!  September 24-27, 2021

We know that you know that we know that you really do want to see your Dutch Cousins in September!

We have new links to our updated brochure and registration.

Please note Russell Gasero has been added to our speaker list on page 10.

Remember that the Early Bird deadline is August 20^th.

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We are moving full steam ahead planning for our 9^th Dutch Cousins Gathering in Frankfort, Kentucky. 

The Covid-19 pandemic has presented some inflationary hurdles that we are trying to mitigate.  Our main effort is in trying to the best of our ability, to be cost conscious and being good stewards of our seed funds.  We have made the decision to email our brochure and registration forms to help ensure a successful gathering.  We had quite a lot of returned brochures from our 2019 mailing, which resulted in a tough waste of funding.  Please make sure that we have your current contact information – mailing address, phone numbers, email address, and Dutch family surname – by emailing the information to dutchcousinsofky@gmail.com .  Please let us know if it is your home or cell phone.

If you have previously RSVP’d that you will be attending, please send in your registration and t-shirt forms as soon as possible.  EVERYONE WHO ORDERS A SHIRT, AND IS REGISTERED AND PAID BY AUGUST 20, WILL ALSO GET A FREE BAG WITH LOGO TO MATCH YOUR T-SHIRT! (one bag with each $25 registration) No more T-shirts can be ordered after September 10, 2021.

For those of you still on the fence we hope that you will take the leap and decide to join us.  It will be good to be with our cousins after this most difficult past year.  To aid in your decision you may review Kentucky’s Covid19 regulations at https://governor.ky.gov/covid19 and the CDC’s regulations regarding large gatherings at  https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/community/large-events/considerations-for-events-gatherings.html

Our website is www.dutchcousins.org and these are the direct links to the 2021 Brochure and Registration Forms: 

Brochure:  https://bit.ly/2VwPh6J  NEW UPDATED LINK

Registration:   https://bit.ly/3xyyH4l  NEW UPDATED LINK

See you in September!

July 20, 2021 Dutch Gathering 2021

Dutch Gathering – Heritage Display Tables – 2022-2023 Officer and Committee Chair Nominations – Dutch Silent Auction

Have you printed and mailed in your registration form? If you need assistance, just reply to this newsletter and we’ll send your grandchildren right out! They can do this computer stuff blindfolded and with one hand tied behind their back. 

Here’s a note from our President, Tamara Fulkerson:
We are not printing and mailing our Dutch Cousins gathering brochure or registration forms. We have opted to utilize email and digital copies to best use our funds.

If you do not have family or friends that are able to help you print the forms and brochure from your computer, then please consider seeking help from your local librarian.  They can print directly from our website. Our most recent links are listed in the opening paragraph and will be a helpful reference at the library.

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Cynthia VannAusdall wrote:

Heritage Display Tables

The heritage displays are probably one of the most personal activities at the Dutch Cousins Gathering. 

• They provide a visual history. 
• Some provide research material for you to peruse. 
• Some are just fun and unique; there are no set rules on how you do your table.

Everyone who enters will receive a certificate, and a panel of judges will choose the Best Display 2021 award. The First Place Award is a very special surprise this year and we hope to have lots of participation. The table size is about 6 feet by 1½ feet.  Space is always limited, so your display needs to be:

• Freestanding
• Focused
• Concise
• Think Vertical
• Handouts Are Always A Plus

See examples of previous displays on the Dutch Cousins webpage.

Table set up begins Friday, Sept. 24^th at 8:00 a.m.
Takedown starts at 4:00 p.m. on Saturday, Sept 26^th and ends by 5:00 p.m.

Please register with Cynthia VannAusdall (The One Who Spells It Funny) at cvanna218@aol.com to reserve space for your family heritage display.  We will need:

• Your Name
• Your Dutch Family Name
• Title of your display

If you have any questions or concerns include those in your e-mail and I’ll get back to you.
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Maryjo Gohmann wrote:

LOW DUTCH COUSINS 2022-2023 OFFICER AND COMMITTEE CHAIRPERSONS CALL FOR NOMINATIONS

Greetings, Dutch Cousins!

This note calls for nominations for our Low Dutch Cousins elections on September 23-27, 2021. We are thankful to have many members who agreed to continue as officers and chairpersons of committees. Other positions are available for members to help the Low Dutch Cousins organization stay solid and enjoyable. Please let us know as soon as possible how you can help this family and genealogical centered group stay fun, exciting, and applicable to many.

The Officers or Committee Chair positions we need for the 2022-2023 term include:

         1. Vice President – assists the President as requested and will acquire nominations for officers and chair positions

         2. Secretary – will keep minutes of all gatherings and stay in communication with all Officers and general membership

         3. Editor of Newsletter – Need a writer

         4. Gathering Coordinator – assist President and other Officers in coordinating all aspects of the biennial Gathering of the Dutch Cousins.

         5. Publicity Chair – works with other Officers in information about the organization 

         6. Historical Marker Chair  – explores the need and process to secure markers that depict the Dutch Cousins Ancestors contributions

Tell us if there is any committee that you would like to serve on, so our chairs do not end up working alone. 
As my mother used to say, “Many hands make light work!

Please notify Mary Jo Gohmann, Vice President, of your interest at maryjo4036@gmail.com
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Sharon Cole wrote:

DUTCH SILENT AUCTION

We will have a silent auction at the Dutch Cousins Gathering 2021!
Bring your contributions, such as: always popular Dutch-themed items, gift baskets, books and more!

Bring your items during set-up time.  Bid anytime during the meeting.  Items will be awarded at the close of the meeting Saturday night.  

Tamara Fulkerson
Dutch Cousins President 2020-2021

July 20, 2021
5th Notification: 2021 Dutch Cousins Gathering – Brochure & Registration

The Cousins are Coming!  September 24-27, 2021

5th Notification:  2021 Dutch Cousins Gathering – Brochure & Registration

~Remember the early bird gets the FREE TOTE with their order of a T-shirt!~

~August 20^th Early Bird Deadline~

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We are moving full steam ahead planning for our 9^th Dutch Cousins Gathering in Frankfort, Kentucky. 

The Covid-19 pandemic has presented some inflationary hurdles that we are trying to mitigate.  Our main effort is in trying to the best of our ability, to be cost conscious and being good stewards of our seed funds.  We have made the decision to email our brochure and registration forms to help ensure a successful gathering.  We had quite a lot of returned brochures from our 2019 mailing, which resulted in a tough waste of funding.  Please make sure that we have your current contact information – mailing address, phone numbers, email address, and Dutch family surname – by emailing the information to dutchcousinsofky@gmail.com .  Please let us know if it is your home or cell phone.

If you have previously RSVP’d that you will be attending, please send in your registration and t-shirt forms as soon as possible.  EVERYONE WHO ORDERS A SHIRT, AND IS REGISTERED AND PAID BY AUGUST 20, WILL ALSO GET A FREE BAG WITH LOGO TO MATCH YOUR T-SHIRT! (one bag with each $25 registration) No more T-shirts can be ordered after September 10, 2021.

For those of you still on the fence we hope that you will take the leap and decide to join us.  It will be good to be with our cousins after this most difficult past year.  To aid in your decision you may review Kentucky’s Covid19 regulations at https://governor.ky.gov/covid19 and the CDC’s regulations regarding large gatherings at  https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/community/large-events/considerations-for-events-gatherings.html

Our website is www.dutchcousins.org and these are the direct links to the 2021 Brochure and Registration Forms: 

Brochure:  https://bit.ly/2VwPh6J  NEW UPDATED LINK

Registration:   https://bit.ly/3xyyH4l  NEW UPDATED LINK

See you in September!
Tamara Fulkerson
Dutch Cousins President 2020-2021

July 27, 2021

6th Notification: 2021 Dutch Cousins Gathering – Brochure & Registration

By Pam EllingsonUncategorized0 Comments

Research Day:
As you make plans to attend our Dutch Cousins 9^th Gathering you are encouraged to participate in our research day on Monday September 27^th at the Harrodsburg Historical Society, located at 220 South Chiles Street.  Our board member Amalie Preston is their volunteer in charge.  She always does such a wonderful job helping us wade through their archives in search of our Dutch ancestors. 

Please visit the link provided to read an article about Harrodsburg and some of the other things you may choose to investigate on Sunday after our church service at the Old Mud Meeting House or on Monday after you’ve found your illusive relative.                                                                                                                                                                                                         
The Oldest Town In Kentucky That Everyone Should Visit At Least Once:                                                                                                                            https://www.onlyinyourstate.com/kentucky/oldest-town-ky/?utm_medium=email&utm_source=kentucky&utm_campaign=newsletter&utm_content=nlbuttonB4

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We are moving full steam ahead planning for our 9^th Dutch Cousins Gathering in Frankfort, Kentucky. 

The Covid-19 pandemic has presented some inflationary hurdles that we are trying to mitigate.  Our main effort is in trying to the best of our ability, to be cost conscious and being good stewards of our seed funds.  We have made the decision to email our brochure and registration forms to help ensure a successful gathering.  We had quite a lot of returned brochures from our 2019 mailing, which resulted in a tough waste of funding.  Please make sure that we have your current contact information – mailing address, phone numbers, email address, and Dutch family surname – by emailing the information to dutchcousinsofky@gmail.com .  Please let us know if it is your home or cell phone.

If you have previously RSVP’d that you will be attending, please send in your registration and t-shirt forms as soon as possible.  EVERYONE WHO ORDERS A SHIRT, AND IS REGISTERED AND PAID BY AUGUST 20, WILL ALSO GET A FREE BAG WITH LOGO TO MATCH YOUR T-SHIRT! (one bag with each $25 registration) No more T-shirts can be ordered after September 10, 2021.

For those of you still on the fence we hope that you will take the leap and decide to join us.  It will be good to be with our cousins after this most difficult past year.  To aid in your decision you may review Kentucky’s Covid19 regulations at https://governor.ky.gov/covid19 and the CDC’s regulations regarding large gatherings at  https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/community/large-events/considerations-for-events-gatherings.html

Our website is www.dutchcousins.org and these are the direct links to the 2021 Brochure and Registration Forms: 

Brochure:  https://bit.ly/2VwPh6J  NEW UPDATED LINK

Registration:   https://bit.ly/3xyyH4l  NEW UPDATED LINK

See you in September!
Tamara Fulkerson
Dutch Cousins President 2020-2021

August 3, 2021

7th Notification: 2021 Dutch Cousins Gathering – Brochure & Registration

By Pam EllingsonUncategorized0 Comments

By the time of his death, Daniel Boone (1734–1820) had become a legend, and so he remains. But much of what Americans think they know about this great frontiersman is off the mark. Neither a backwoods bumpkin nor an epic slayer of Indians (and he never wore a coonskin cap), Boone was an intrepid explorer and natural leader whose actual exploits easily justify his larger-than-life reputation.
         Boone played a crucial role in the exploration and settlement of Kentucky and the American west. He first began to seriously explore Kentucky in 1769, and in 1775 led the expedition that founded Boonesboro in present-day Madison County. Some of his most-famous exploits soon followed: the rescue of his daughter from Indian kidnappers; his own escape from captivity to warn Fort Boonesborough of an impending attack; leading the defense of the fort against a nine-day Shawnee siege. In the 1780s, Boone ran a tavern in Limestone (now Maysville) and later served as a delegate in the Virginia Assembly. He left Kentucky in 1799 for Missouri, where he died in 1820.      
         Daniel Boone is portrayed by actor Kevin Hardesty of Lexington. Hardesty received his B.F.A in acting/theatre from the University of Kentucky in 1986, and has since performed professionally in theatre, film, and television, including prominent leading roles in Biloxi Blues, Hamlet, Macbeth, and Romeo and Juliet.
         Bo List of Lexington is the script writer. List has been working in the area as an actor, writer, and director for more than 20 years.
         Kentucky Chautauqua is an exclusive presentation of Kentucky Humanities with support from the National Endowment for the Humanities and from: Christina Lee Brown, the Carson-Myre Charitable Foundation, and PNC.
         Kentucky Humanities is a non-profit Kentucky corporation affiliated with the National Endowment for the Humanities. For more information, visit kyhumanities.org or call (859) 257-5932. 

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We are moving full steam ahead planning for our 9^th Dutch Cousins Gathering in Frankfort, Kentucky. 

The Covid-19 pandemic has presented some inflationary hurdles that we are trying to mitigate.  Our main effort is in trying to the best of our ability, to be cost conscious and being good stewards of our seed funds.  We have made the decision to email our brochure and registration forms to help ensure a successful gathering.  We had quite a lot of returned brochures from our 2019 mailing, which resulted in a tough waste of funding.  Please make sure that we have your current contact information – mailing address, phone numbers, email address, and Dutch family surname – by emailing the information to dutchcousinsofky@gmail.com .  Please let us know if it is your home or cell phone.

If you have previously RSVP’d that you will be attending, please send in your registration and t-shirt forms as soon as possible.  EVERYONE WHO ORDERS A SHIRT, AND IS REGISTERED AND PAID BY AUGUST 20, WILL ALSO GET A FREE BAG WITH LOGO TO MATCH YOUR T-SHIRT! (one bag with each $25 registration) No more T-shirts can be ordered after September 10, 2021.

For those of you still on the fence we hope that you will take the leap and decide to join us.  It will be good to be with our cousins after this most difficult past year.  To aid in your decision you may review Kentucky’s Covid19 regulations at https://governor.ky.gov/covid19 and the CDC’s regulations regarding large gatherings at  https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/community/large-events/considerations-for-events-gatherings.html

Our website is www.dutchcousins.org and these are the direct links to the 2021 Brochure and Registration Forms: 

Brochure:  https://bit.ly/2VwPh6J  NEW UPDATED LINK

Registration:   https://bit.ly/3xyyH4l  NEW UPDATED LINK

See you in September!
Tamara Fulkerson
Dutch Cousins President 2020-2021

Newsletter 8-8-2021

By Pam EllingsonUncategorized0 Comments

August 23, 2021

POSTPONED!! Dutch Cousins 2021 Gathering

Dear Dutch Cousins,

It is with much regret that your board has unanimously voted to postpone our September 24-27, 2021 Gathering until September 2022.

It is the prudent thing to do as COVID is on the increase with new variants and constant changes.  Many members do not feel comfortable or safe traveling. 

Our other concern is our registration numbers do not meet our needed numbers to cover our expenses.

We certainly hoped for a much different scenario to play out.

Our Treasurer, Janice Cozine, will be refunding the registration fees that she has received.

Please be on the lookout for information to join our ZOOM Business Meeting on Saturday September 25, 2021. Details forthcoming.

Please stay safe and healthy so that we can have an enormous gathering next year!

Sincerely,
Tamara Fulkerson
Dutch Cousins President 2020-2021

September 6, 2021

Dutch Cousins General Membership Meeting – 11:00am Eastern Daylight Time, Saturday, September 25, 2021

By Pam EllingsonUncategorized0 Comments

Dear Dutch Cousins,

We will hold our regularly scheduled business meeting via Zoom at 11:00am, Eastern Daylight Time, Saturday, September 25, 2021.  Please save the date.

Many thanks to Denise Perry, who will be setting up our meeting.  Instructions for attending the meeting will be forthcoming. The agenda follows:

Please stay safe and healthy so that we can have an enormous gathering next year!

Sincerely,
Tamara Fulkerson
Dutch Cousins President 2020-2021

September 14, 2021

Register for Meeting on Zoom

If you need assistance with ZOOM please contact your local library and they can assist you with your device. You may also be able to sign up to use one of their computers.  Please call them to find out how they may be able to work with you. We don’t want to miss seeing you!   Dear Dutch Cousins PLEASE REGISTER for our General Membership Meeting on ZOOM by replying to this email by Friday September 17th.Our biennial meeting will be held on Saturday September 25th at 11:00am Eastern Daylight Time / 10:00am Central Daylight Time. Please reply to this email and list your name, phone number and email address. When we receive your registration then we will send you the ZOOM meeting invitation and password.Looking forward to seeing your faces!!Tamara Fulkerson                                                                                    Dutch Cousins President 2020-2021

September 23, 2021

Documents for Dutch Cousins General Membership Meeting September 25, 2021

October 2, 2021

From the Editors: We received many messages expressing regret that we won’t be meeting, but also great support and agreement that postponing until next year was the right decision.  Our thanks go out to the 2020-2021 Board and especially past president Tamara Fulkerson for the hard work she put in to create an excellent program for this year’s Gathering.  Hopefully, the presenters will be available next year to be a most enjoyable and informative Gathering. King & Sharon Cole ——————————————————————————————————- Tamara Fulkerson wrote: Dear Dutch Cousins,   It was an honor to serve as your president for the 2020-2021 term. Our zoom meeting on September 25th was successful as we accomplished many things in preparation for our continued operations. Thank you to Carolyn Leonard, President Emeritus, for keeping us in line as our Parliamentarian.  It was wonderful to see your smiling face! I would like to extend my most heartfelt appreciation to the executive board.  I could not have done it without you. I have great confidence in our new President Mary Jo Gohmann, and am so encouraged by the energetic enthusiasm of our new Vice President Chris Canine. My Dutch Cousins are always in my prayers and I look forward to our next gathering. Sincerely, Tamara Fulkerson Dutch Cousins Immediate Past President ——————————————————————————————————–

Carolyn Leonard wrote: More Conewago for Dutch letters BROKAW/BERCAW/COSHUN (findagrave memorial 100886223) CONEWAGO  Northern Low Dutch Cemetery Straban Township, Adams County, Pennsylvania,Research report by J. Michael Schmermund Lloyd     ANN AMY ANNATJE COSHUN (BERCAW) born 4 May 1754, Millston, Somerset New Jersey, died 10 April 1810, Straban Twp, Adams County, Pennsylvania. She married Peter George Bercaw, born 1753, on 23 Nov 1776, York County (Adams County today). It should be noted that there were several different spellings for her maiden name as marriages and births were register in a Dutch Reform Church which used Dutch spellings. It has been confirmed in the “Coshun” family records that “Coshun” is the correct spelling for the time period of this family. Ann or Amy Coshun gave birth to 7 children which reached adult hood, 5 boys and 2 girls. An additional boy was born to Peter Bercaw, Isaac Bercaw born 1823 from Peter’s third wife , Elizabeth Peters (Bercaw).       Ann Amy Annatje Coshun (Bercaw) parents were: FATHER: JOSHUA (Josua) COSHUN (Kison) born 1 Jan 1711, Somerset, New Jersey, died 1 Jan 1798, Somerset, New Jersey. MOTHER: ANNAETJE “Anne” HEGEMEN, born 1714 Somerset, New Jersey, died 11 Oct 1804 Somerset, New Jersey. The couple married 1735 Somerset, New Jersey.      Ann Amy Annatje Coshun (Bercaw) grandparents were: JOSHUA COSHUN, Born 1 Jan 1680, Staten Island, New York , died 1717, New Jersey, and CATHERINE BROWERS, 1680-1717. The couple married 1696.  CHILDREN of the marriage of ANN AMY ANNATJE  COSHUN and PETER GEORGE BERCAW born 1753:GEORGE (JORIS) BERCAW III, born York Pa. 23 Nov 1777 , died 21 Feb 1863JOSHUA (JOSOWA) BERCAW,  born 10 Jan 1779 York Pa., died 17 Aug 1833, Butler Co., OhioPETER BERCAW, born 28 July 1782, York Pa., Died 17 Aug 1817 Adams County, Pa.MARGARETHE BERCAW (COWNOVER) , born 4 April 1784 Adams County, Pa., Died 2 April 1856 PA. Married: William CownoverWILLIAM WILHELMUS BERCAW, born 6 Nov 1785, York, Pa. Died 20 Feb 1849, Sandusky, Ohio Married Mary “Polly” Stevenson and others. HANNAH AMELIA ANMETJE BERCAW (KITCHEN) born14 Oct 1787 York, Pa., died 19 Nov 1848, Butler County, Ohio Married John KitchenISAAC BERCAW born Jun 1790 Adams County, Pa., Died abt 1821 Adams County. Married Esther Kitchen 28 Nov 1811CHILD NUMBER 8 was from wife #3 Elizabeth Peters (Bercaw) named ISAAC BERCAW born 19 Mar 1823 Adams County Pa., died 4 Jan 1889, Pennsylvania.Note: PETER GEORGE BERCAW born 1753 was married 3 times. There are no records of any children surviving to adulthood from the marriage to wife #2,  Ann Luyster (Bercaw). The 1820 Census for Peter Bercaw born 1753 was listed as widower at enumeration date of  Aug 1820. The marriage to Ann Luyster to Peter Bercaw was 29 Sep 1814 to before Aug 1820.  Completed by, J. Michael Schmermund Lloyd Toronto, Ontario , Canada 12 Aug 2021 ——————————————————————————————————- Larry Voreis wrote: For the upcoming Low Dutch Cousins gathering, I have updated and formally published my book, The Low Dutch Migration From Drenthe to Kentucky, which is described in the attachment below. I will have 25 copies available for sale at the reunion for $25 per copy. For each one sold I will donate $10 to the Low Dutch Cousins of Kentucky. Could we include the brochure in the next newsletter? Editor’s note: The book can be ordered from Burr Oak Publications, 204 Angie Dr., Taylors, SC, 29687-4005 ——————————————————————————————————- Lilly Martin wrote: Hello, I am writing in response to the following in the mailing list. Sara Brower wrote to be added to our mailing list: Mailing address: Philadelphia, PA Dutch connection: Adam Brouwer c1620 – 1692 > Nicholas > Adolph > Nicholas > William > Caleb > Charles Henry > Joseph Nicholas > EFK > JW > me collaterals possible to Kentucky Firstly, I would like to say I am also a descendant of this line, partially. My ancestry is Adam Brouwer >Nicholas> Adolph> Jacob>Jeremiah>Emily Brower >Pearl Wright>Charles Leach>Emily>Lilly (me) Sara: your line was Gowanus (Brooklyn, Kings Co, NY), to Bergen Co NJ, to Dutchess Co, NY.  This line did not participate in the migration to Mercer Co KY through Pennsylvania. However, you may have other lines which did go to Kentucky, that I am not aware of. The Brouwer line which went to Kentucky, via Conewago, PA was as follows: Adam Brouwer> Pieter> Abraham> Daniel Brouwer, who died in 1791 in KY.  The surname became spelled as BREWER in KY, from the original name of Brouwer. In other parts of the US, the name morphed into BROWER. Best regards, Lilly Martin martinlilly20 at yahoo dot com ——————————————————————————————————- Additions and updates to the mailing list: Nick Banta wrote: Dutch connection: Descendant of Daniel Banta and Anna Shuck ——————————————————————————————————- Elaine Bailey wrote: Firstly, thank each of you for all of the dedicated effort you put in to make this reunion a success!!!  Our current address is: Sun City West, Az.   We also have a home in BELLINGHAM, Wa. We are still in SCW, Az. due to health issues my husband is having.  My ancestors are Van Meter, Henning, Hoover and others.  Believe they lived between Louisville and Henderson, Beech Grove.  Would love to attend your reunion, perhaps next year???  Have fun.  Elaine Van Meter/Henning Bailey.  ——————————————————————————————————- Beth Higgins wrote Phoenix, AZ I probably neglected to update my address after we moved from Cary, NC. Cell number is the same. ——————————————————————————————————- Charles R. Vanorsdale wrote: Richmond, TX Please make note of my updated mailing address ——————————————————————————————————- Martha Sullivan wrote: Dutch connection: Through my paternal great-great-grandmother, Charity Clifford Moore Sullivan, whose mother was Pamelia Van Horn Moore, whose father was Bernard Van Horn, whose father was Garret Van Horn, whose father was Pieter Barentson Van Horn, whose father was Barent Van Horn, whose father Christiaen Barentsz Van Horn was born ca. 1625 in Hoorn, Netherlands and died on 7/26/1658 in New Amstel, Netherlands (epidemic). ——————————————————————————————————- Christie N Ryker wrote: Dutch connection: Geradus Rike ——————————————————————————————————- Carol Rittscher wrote: Dutch connection: My mother was Dorothy Petersen Flury, daughter of Harriet Graft Petersen, daughter of Abraham Graft, son of Sarah VanArsdall Graft, daughter of Ann Westerfield VanArsdall  b Aug 27, 1814 d Sept 10, 1899 who left Mercer County, Kentucky with her daughters in a covered wagon in mid to late 1850’s and settled in Lee County, Iowa.  Ann was the daughter of James Cozine Westerfield & Catherine Sortore. James was the son of James Jacobus Westerfield and Phoebe Cozine.  James Jacobus was the son of Jacobus Westerfield and Maria Demaree. ——————————————————————————————————- JE Brent wrote: Dutch connection: GGGrandmother is Demaree ——————————————————————————————————- Carolyn Olvis wrote Dutch connection: My great grandmother is Stella Rose VanArsdale. She was born in Harrodsburg Kentucky in 1871, married Marvin D. Averill, raised their family in Frankfort Kentucky, and passed away in 1957. Thru Ancestry.com, I have traced her family back to Simon Jansen VanArsdalen (born in Holland in 1624 and died in New Amsterdam, USA in 1710). According to the Ancestry DNA test, I can trace my DNA line back to Abraham Simon VanArsdale (born in New Jersey in 1750 and died in New Jersey in 1821). ——————————————————————————————————-

October 25, 2021

Dear Dutch Cousins, I am honored to become your President for the 2021-2022 term. My gratitude extends to all who had served before me and made this such a meaningful organization. I especially appreciate Tamara Fulkerson and the executive board for their consistent help. We hope that we will be able to schedule our Dutch Cousins Gathering next fall.  Hopefully, you are well and enjoying a beautiful October. Today is Columbus Day, a day I often celebrated by going to the Columbus Day Parade in New York City when I was young.  Growing up in Bergen County, New Jersey, it was a quick bus ride into New York City.  More than 500 years ago, Christopher Columbus bravely and miraculously embarked on a voyage to the New World. He was responsible for creating a new era of exploration and travels that led to the first settlements on what we now call the United States.  Many of our Dutch ancestors followed about a hundred and twenty-five years later, establishing settlements such as New Amsterdam, the seat of the colonial government of New Netherland. My ancestors,  Epke Jacobse Banta and his wife and five sons, made the challenging voyage from Friesland in the Netherlands to New Netherland in 1659.  We come from solid Dutch ancestral lines of brave people who worked hard and placed their faith in God. May we continue to trace and learn from the many stories of our families. Stay well, cousins, and please be in touch through our Dutch Letters. A special thank you to our Editors, King and Sharon Cole, who help with this ongoing communication! Sincerely, Mary Jo Gohmann Dutch Cousins President ——————————————————————————————————————–The Dutch Cousins website continues to be visited: 2018 – 3,235 2019 – 3,886 2020 – 3,368 2021 through 9/24/21 – 3,091 Technical Advisor Jeremy Westerfield has generously paid for the hosting of the website through 2023. I recently added a number of articles to the website. They can be found by going to Resources, then Documents. http://dutchcousins.org/documents/ Pam Ellingson, Dutch Cousins webmaster —————————————————————————————————————— Screenshot of the Dutch Cousins Business Zoom meeting on Sept. 25th

————————————————————————————————————– Conowago Judith Smith Cassidy wrote: Good morning:  I was visiting Gettysburg on Tuesday and decided to stop at Conowago since it had been some years since I was there.  I posted the results of my visit plus photos on the Dutch Cousins website and wonder if you would kindly include that information in the newsletter because it is really important.  The Banta cabin, if it continues to be neglected won’t last a lot longer which would really be sad and clearly Alan Weaner needs monetary assistance in order to maintain the Northern Cemetery which is really over grown.   If you have not had a change to read it on the Dutch Colonies website please do.  Alan Weaner’s phone number is (717 )334-5010.——————————————————————————————————— Toni Westerfield wrote: I regret to inform you that John Westerfield passed away on Oct. 9, 2021. Obituary Here Obituary for John Carson Westerfield link: John Westerfield Obituary – Chambersburg, PA | Thomas L. Geisel Funeral Home & Cremation Center John Carson Westerfield, 86, of Chambersburg, PA, passed away Saturday evening, October 9, 2021 at his home. Born August 12, 1935 in Laurel County, KY, he was a son of the late Leonard A. and Beatrice R. Mullins Westerfield… ——————————————————————————————————— Judith Smith Cassidy wrote: Good morning:  I was visiting Gettysburg on Tuesday and decided to stop at Conowago since it had been some years since I was there.  I posted the results of my visit plus photos on the Dutch Cousins website and wonder if you would kindly include that information in the newsletter because it is really important.  The Banta cabin, if it continues to be neglected won’t last a lot longer which would really be sad and clearly Alan Weaner needs monetary assistance in order to maintain the Northern Cemetery which is really over grown.   If you have not had a change to read it on the Dutch Colonies website please do. Books for Sale Doris Sanders wrote: I do not know if this is appropriate, but I am 81 and my husband and I are downsizing so I need to sell my books: All hardcover: History of Harlem by Riker The Demerest Family Vol I and II reprint 1995 orange with black letters Blauvelt Family Bergen Records Early Settlers of King Co., NY Genealogy of the Westervelt Family Hackensack Reformed Dutch Church 1686-1802  Schraalenburgh Reformed Dutch Church 1724-1800 Hudson Co., NJ Land Titles Reformed Church, Tappan, NY The Island at the Center of the World These are all soft cover: Taxables, The Low Durch Settlement of the Conewago York Co., PA Bergen Records 1666-1788 Frontier Memories III, Draper Manuscripts Rebel Prisoners at Quebec 1778-1783 Contact for prices- Doris Barfield Sanders send email to: dorisbsanders a.t gmail d.o.t com Editors Note: To help protect our subscribers from bots scanning for emails, which can result in scams and spam, email addresses are altered.  To send an email, simply copy & paste, then replace the words “a.t” and “d.o.t” with the appropriate symbols and remove all spaces. ——————————————————————————————————— Mary Smith wrote: My mother is a Tunison and her father’s line goes to Tunis Nyssen Denys, with families of Bogart, Rapalje and others into the line. I am a member of Society of Holland Dames and Friend of Holland Society of NY.   ——————————————————————————————————— Neal Underwood wrote: I likewise was somewhat disappointed with the cancellation of the reunion, but the date seemed to be approaching faster than I was able to prepare for it, so next year could work out better for me. I hope it does for others as well. I am certainly planning on attending. I saw the note about new member Nick Banta who said his connection was Daniel Banta and “Anna Shuck.” There apparently was no Anna Shuck. This question was researched a long time ago and that was the conclusion. I am a descendant of Andrew Shuck, but haven’t done any further research on them for many years, so this is not fresh in my mind and don’t know if there might be any new information. I documented what we have about this specifically on a website page at: http://nealsgenealogy.byethost7.com/shanagne.htm Looking forward to 2022. Neal Underwood Western Springs IL ——————————————————————————————————— Additions to our mailing list: Chadwick Canine wrote Dutch connection: Canine/Carnine/Conyn ——————————————————————————————————— Jane Proctor wrote: Dutch connection: I am the GGGG granddaughter of Wyntje Lavina DeBaun and John Lambert and the GGG granddaughter of their son, William Lambert and Elizabeth Sartore.  It appears I may be descended from the following families: Banta, Bogert, Cozine, Debaun, Demaree, Dorland, Duree, and Terhune.  I look forward to receiving the Dutch Cousins’ newsletter and attending a future gathering. ——————————————————————————————————— Jonathan (Jon) Albert Canine wrote: Dutch connection: Peter Canine/Carnine was a founding member of Old Mud Meeting House by Harrodsburg, KY in 1800. He was low Dutch. Peter had come from Conewago, PA in 1793. Peter was born in Bound Brook, NJ. Peter was a patriot in the New Jersey Continental Army and New Jersey militia from 1776-1780. Peter’s son was Ralph Canine, who in 1826 moved to Waveland (Montgomery county), IN. Ralph’s son was James Wilson Canine who farmed around Waveland, IN. James son was Lemuel Jackson Canine, who farmed around Crawfordsville (Montgomery county), IN. Lemuel’s son was Ollie Canine, my grandfather, who farmed on Country Club Road, Crawfordsville, IN. Ollie’s son was Albert Wilson Canine, my father, who was a music teacher and part-time farmer in Ladogo, IN, Ambia, IN and Moran, IN; then he lived in Lafayette, IN. I am Jon Canine, currently living in Prospect, KY and am a retired actuary. I am originally from Moran, IN (Rossville, IN high school) and Ball State University B.S. and M.A. graduate. ———————————————————————————————————

November 16, 2021

Dear Cousins,  I hope this email finds you and yours well and enjoying these first days of November. My husband and I enjoy these first  days of cool weather and cozy up by the fireplace in the evening hours.  The  newsletter from the Genealogical Society of Bergen County is welcomed in my monthly email . I am sharing it with you today because an exciting offer. You can register for the upcoming webinar “ A Day with Steve Moss and Joel Weintraub: 1950 Census and more”, as well as join the GSBC at a very reasonable cost. I am so excited to view the 1950 Census! Bergen County, New Jersey is where many of our ancestors lived in the colonial days through the the establishment of the United States of America. The Ridgewood Library and the GSBC are very helpful in genealogical searches and videotapes of previous presentations. They are a jewel in our genealogy treasure chest in scouring records for our Dutch ancestors. The GSBC also maintains the Historic New Bridge Landing Park in River Edge, NJ.  This important site of many battles in the American Revolution also holds the  original Annetje (Ackerman) and Jan Zabriskie house – later the Von Stuben House.  Historic sandstone homes of the  Demarest and  Christi- Campbell families have also been relocated here  and maintained by GSBC.  All the best cousins and Happy Thanksgiving. Even in the face of so many challenges we still have reasons to be gratified in America – the land of We the People! God bless America! Blessings,  Mary Jo Gohmann President, Dutch Cousins

Meeting announcements and more You can alwasy go to our website or our Facebook page for up to date informationIs this email not displaying correctly? View it in your browser.   Renew by registering for the Fall Seminar!  See details below.Fall SeminarSaturday, November 13th, 10:00am to 3:30pm EST Online seminar.  All experience levels are welcome.  Registration is required. A Day with Steve Morse and Joel Weintraub: 1950 Census and More   Your ticket for an exclusive online seminar with Stephen Morse and Joel Weintraub, ”The 1950 Census and More!”  November is GSBC Membership renewal month and to celebrate all our great Members, we’ve added a special GSBC Members’ only seminar! Admission to this event is your new or renewed Membership to the GSBC ($20-25 for the whole year). PRELIMINARY SCHEDULE 9:50 am — Welcome 10:00 am — Stephen P. Morse, “Searching the 1950 US Census with and without a Name Index” 11:00 am — Joel Weintraub, “More 1950 U.S. Census Resources for New Jersey Genealogists” 12 noon  (approx)- Q&A for 1950 Census with Stephen and Joel 12:30 pm — Lunch Break 1:00 pm — Stephen P. Morse, “One-Step Website — A Potpourri of Genealogical Search Tools” 2:00 pm — Joel Weintraub, “Finding Difficult Passengers on the Ellis Island Manifests” 3:00 pm (approx)- Q&A for afternoon sessions with Stephen and Joel 3:30 pm – Goodby With the upcoming release of the 1950 United States Census in April 2022, come and learn about the tools available to help navigate your research in these long awaited resources on day one! Steve Morse will also discuss his widely used One-Step tools that go well beyond his first introduced form for searching the Ellis Island records.  Joel Weintraub will then help us find those elusive manifests. GSBC’s membership year begins on November 1st.  Renew your membership through this registration link and you are registered for the Seminar.  Or start a new GSBC membership through this link and you are registered for the Seminar. (If you have ALREADY paid for your GSBC 2021-2022 membership AND would like to attend this seminar, please drop a note to  “contact@njgbsc” with your name and membership number.)   The Genealogical Society of Bergen County offers a SINGLE membership ($20) or a FAMILY membership ($25).  IMPORTANT: Enter the word SINGLE or FAMILY in the Discount Code field to indicate your choice.  If the Discount Code is blank, you will receive a FAMILY membership. Register & Join/Renew GSBC Hope you will join us for this event and for those coming in the new year. Our speakers:   GSBC Video LibraryVideos from the 2020 RPL-GSBC Virtual Lock-in are now available at https://www.njgsbc.org/gsbc-video-library/:Bergen County ResearchBeyond the BasicsCity DirectoriesDNA RoundtableThe video of “Organizing (and staying sane) Your Genealogy” is available at https://www.njgsbc.org/gsbc-video-library/The video of “Picturing” Your Research: Finding, Procuring, and Preserving Images—Part One” is now up on the website.Videos of our past meetings are still available to members of GSBC. On the video page, click on the GSBC Recorded Presentation box.   Please join to view these wonderful assets.Library Saturday November 20 from 2-3:30pm, Remember When?  (Onsite):  The program focuses on 20-plus historical events introduced by relevant popular songs. Guest speaker Phil Jaeger brings to life events that are memorable moments primarily in the areas of entertainment, sports, transportation, politics and business. Years covered range from the late 1930s through the end of that century.  Audience participation encouraged.  Registration requiredGenealogy consultations by Remote Assistance:  For genealogy one-to-one assistance, email gsbc.queries@gmail.com with your request.  to “meet” with the genealogy consultant.  Our consultants are available by appointment.  You will receive a confirmation email of the scheduled time, along with information on how to attend the remote meeting.  You’ll need access to a computer and/or smartphone, along with Internet access. The Ridgewood Library’s Ancestry Library Edition is available from home through the end of DECEMBER due to COVID-19.  This access to Ancestry LE is ending on Dec 31st!    Newspaperarchive subscription is available from home.  GSBC members can gain access by sending an email skiefer@ridgewoodlibrary.org to get the credentials for access. Websites/Blogs/NewsA new issue of the Archivist is now available on the website in the members section. The Archivist is now being managed by the Archivist Committee.  We are working to get the Archivist back to being a quarterly publication.   If you are interested in participating in the committee, please contact us at contact@njgsbc.org Legacy Family Webinars registration for 2021 webinarsJewishGen Talks for links to previous and future talks.Volunteer Opportunities GSBC is an all volunteer organization.  The work that we do cannot be accomplished without our members volunteering:The Archivist, the society’s quarterly journal, needs an editor!We are looking for people to host Special Interest Groups (SIG) on a quarterly basis.  If there is an area of interest that you feel others want to share information and seek help from other reserachers, create and host a SIG.Have you had a genealogical break-through or found a new resource, share it with our members by writing an article for the Archivist.Do you have technology knowledge?  Our website is being revamped and we are looking for a co-webmaster in a WordPress environment.  Database expertise?New indexing projects are on the horizon.  A coordinator is needed.Would you like to help others learn about genealogy?  Volunteer to be a Genealogy Consultant with GSBC. The GSBC is looking for members interested in serving as a backup videographer. Our videographer, Fred Voss, will train the volunteer in how to record our monthly meetings. GoToWebinar backup co-orgainizer, work with another organizer during webinar.We are always looking for members to various tasks. So if you would like to get actively involved in the society, and would like to have a voice in its future, contact us at contact@njgsbc.org   Our WebsiteWe now have videos of the meetings (where the presenter gave permission) published on the website. You can access them in the member-only section of the website here.  Reminder:  Some of the videos may be limited in how long they will be on our website at presenter request.See our query guidelines on how to submit an effective query.You can check the genealogy consultants schedule here. (you can hide other categories with the category filter.You can always check for classes, programs and genealogy consultants’ availability at our website. 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December 20, 2021

Dear Dutch Cousins, I hope that this Christmas Season finds you well and ready to spend time with loved ones. Unfortunately, the devastating tornadoes of December 10 have leveled a terrible blow to many and a challenge to the holiday spirit. The National Weather Service received reports of 36 tornadoes in Illinois, Kentucky, Tennessee, Missouri, Arkansas and Mississippi. The scope of this tragedy is surely witnessed by our Dutch Cousins who live or have family and friends in the stricken heartland. My heart and prayers go out to all those affected in losing their homes, communities and most of all for all the lives lost. Besides our prayers being needed, many are already stepping up to volunteer and make a positive difference. The towns of Mayfield and Bowling Green have been especially hard hit with the number of people killed and the vast destruction. They will continue to require support in so many ways. In the generous spirit of the Christmas Season please reach out in your special way to support and encourage those who have suffered so much. I wish everyone a blessed Christmas and a healthy and restorative New Year. Sincerely, Mary Jo Gohmann Dutch Cousins President ————————————————————- Past President Carolyn Leonard wrote: Dearest Cousins, So much news these days, may seem sad at first, but keep looking for the GOOD.   The news stories about the Kentucky area tornadoes is horrible, but the good news is that our Old Mud was not damaged, and that Mercer County and Anderson County seem to have escaped and so far as I know none of our cousins were affected. I am still devastated to learn that Sharon was diagnosed with Cancer, but the good news is they are able to give chemo and I pray it will be successful and not too uncomfortable for her. Prayers for King, too, as he is her caretaker and I know how important that job is! For myself, I am still here!  The chemo side effects are pretty rough at times, but I am still able to work on my computer, discuss (and cuss) the news and politics, to enjoy entertaining family and friends, participate in zoom meetings, read, count my blessings of having my dear Jon close by and visits from our children, and see photos of our precious new great-grandbaby born last month to remind us of the continuity of life. I love the greeting cards and letters of the season from friends far and near, so keep them coming! Especially have to tell you about the wonderful invaluable gift I received from Vince Akers. It is a big history of his home town, SWEET HOME DEFOE, compiled by Mike Grimes with much of the text and photos contributed by Vince from his knowledge and family records. Lots of Demaree and Dutch Tract history included. It doesn’t seem to be available on Amazon.com, so not sure how to tell you to find a copy, but I bet the County Historical Societies in Henry, Shelby, or Mercer counties could find it. I will donate my copy to HHS with my other research papers in time. James O’Neil plans to go to the Netherlands in January to look up parent churches or villages of some of the Old Mud progenitors. If you are interested and know the information about where your ancestors came from in the “old country,” send that info to Amalie Preston at the HHS.  Blessings and a Merry Christmas (in spite of the pandemic and other problems)! Keep a song and joy in your heart, no matter what. Hugs, Carolyn Leonard PS I just published my latest book, JOHN BAPTIST BARR from the Grand Duchy of Baden.  Available in ebook,  soft cover, and hardback from Amazon.com   PPS I learned you should not try DNA unless you are prepared for a shock. ————————————————————- Past President Carolyn Leonard also wrote: Here’s what I sent to Amalie about my COZINEs of Gelderland:   My immigrant ancestor Cosyn Gerritzen Van Putten Born 1606 Putten, Gelderland Province, Holland (25 miles NE of Utrecht) in the small village of Putten in northern Gelderland, in the Veluwe, the hilly wooded region in the central Netherlands 1626:  The Dutch acquire Manhattan (Manhatus) from the Indians Cosyn married his 1st wife Maekijken Everts which he married in 1631 in Putten, we believe she died before he came to New Amsterdam around 1633. 1633:  Cozyn came from Putten Holland to New Amsterdam (NY)  (we believe) He married Vroutgen GERRETTSE 1636 in Kings County New Amsterdam. We don’t have any info on her birth, except presumed in the Netherlands. (Holland society of New York, Thursday, Dec 29 1661: Tomas Hal and Pieter Stoutenburg, administrators of estates of Margriet Samuels and Janneken Tomas are advised to settle estates. (next entry, no date) Vroutje Gerrits, wife of Cousy, the wheelwright, owes to an estate 37 guilders 16 sttivers. He died after 1686 probably in the Tappan Patent of New Jersey, maybe in the DeClark-DeWitt House still there, owned by the Masons and open to the public daily. The house was built by Cosyn’s soninlaw Daniel DeClark. Cosyn, the wheelwright of New Amsterdam, may have been the son of Gerrit Cosyn Jans Van Oldenbarnevelt of Putten. Cosyn was the father of Gerrit Cozyntie Cosine, a carman in NYC, and wife Belitje Jacobsen QUICK. Gerrit Cosyn was the father of Jacobus COZYNSZEN, a farmer of Bushwyck, and Aeltje Janse VAN WYCK and they were parents of the DOMINEE Cornelius Cosine born in Bushwick, died in Conewago Colony (my sixth great grandfather.) Cornelius Cozine married Antje Pieterse STAATS, granddaughter of Hendrick Claesen VAN VEHTE of Norg, Province Of Drenthe, Netherlands Cornelius Cozine’s mother Aeltje Janse VAN WYCK ’s father wasf Wijck bij Duurstede, Netherlands and her mother Anna POLHEMIUS, daughter of the DOMINEE Johannes Theodarus* POLHEMIUS, probably of German-Swiss origin, whose earlier pastorates seem to have been in the Palatinate; then at Meppel in the provence of Overyssel, Netherlands before coming to be the first regularly stationed minister of the Dutch on Long Island. POLHEMIUS married Catherine VAN DER VERVEN of the Netherlands. The sources for most of this info are listed in Jim Cozine’s website on the Cozine family history and his book, FINDING OUR WOODEN SHOES, by James “Jim” Cozine — but I can’t find either of those hotlinks today! ————————————————————- Carolyn Leonard informs us of  the passing of John C Westerfield – past presidents of the Dutch Cousins Although John was an octogenarian, the illness and death were sudden and unexpected. Phyllis called this morning to let me know so I could let all the COUSINS know. John was the second president of our organization, following Claude Westerfield. His son Jeff performed the worship service at Old Mud. John and Phyllis had been married 66 years, they grew up in Louisville and met in high school. Cards to the family can be sent to Phyllis Westerfield at 106 Village Square, Chambersburg, Pennsylvania 17201 (She doesn’t do the computer thing, so no email) https://www.publicopiniononline.com/obituaries/mpa074824 (Pam, please post on DutchCousins.org) Obituary for John Carson Westerfield John Carson Westerfield, 86, of Chambersburg, PA, passed away Saturday evening, October 9, 2021 at his home. Born August 12, 1935 in Laurel County, KY, he was a son of the late Leonard A. and Beatrice R. Mullins Westerfield. John was a graduate of Ahrens Trade High School in Louisville, KY and went on to earn an Associate Degree in Forestry and Wood Tech from the University of Kentucky. He served honorably in the Air National Guard. Early in his life he was employed at General Electric and with Sun Oil Company, both in Louisville. John retired in 1996 from the Maryland Park Service where he had been employed as a park ranger, park manager and law enforcement officer of 24 years. He was a member of the Chambersburg Christian Missionary Alliance Church. John and Phyllis enjoyed traveling the country in their RV for nine years, visiting all 50 States, Canada and Mexico. John is survived by his wife, Phyllis Wheeler Westerfield, whom he married September 16, 1955; his daughter, Tonjah “Toni” Westerfield of Bradenton, FL; his son, Jeffrey C. Westerfield (Katherine) of Selma, NC; his sister, Pat Wigington of Bryon, GA; nine grandchildren, Cassandra Leggett Brett, Shannon Leggett Burkett (Michael), Johnathan W. Leggett, Erin Leggett Hajdu (Tibor), Jason Westerfield (Mollie), Matthew Westerfield (Danielle), Benjamin Westerfield (Jennifer), Aaron Westerfield (Janel), and Katelyn Westerfield (Danny Cunningham); and nineteen great-grandchildren, Kathleen, Adriana, Collin, Aliah, Kaiya, Liliana, Jozsef, Tatum, Teegan, Carson, Levi, Amelia, Florence, Matilda, Lucille, Edith, Hannah, and Darcie. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a son, John Curtis Westerfield; a brother, Arthur Westerfield; and a sister, Lucille Westerfield. A memorial service will be held Saturday, November 13, 2021 at Menno Haven Life Center in Chambersburg, PA. Receiving family and friends at 2:00 and service at 3:00. Come celebrate the life of John. Interment will be private. In lieu of flowers, contributions in his memory may be made to the Menno Haven Benevolent Fund, 2011 Scotland Avenue, or to the Chrisitan Missionary Alliance Church, 230 Siloam Road, both in Chambersburg, PA 17201. To send flowers to the family or plant a tree in memory of John Carson Westerfield, please visit our Heartfelt Sympathies Store. https://colchesterfuneral.frontrunnerpro.com/book-of-memories/4751954/Westerfield-John/index.php ————————————————————- A Conversation about Cozine research (shared with permission): The oldest messages start at the bottom.  Carolyn Leonard Dec 17, 2021, 10:02 PM (2 days ago)   to Pam, Jim, Janice, me  It worked!  Hallelujah!  Thanks Pam! On Dec 17, 2021, at 4:15 PM, Pam Ellingson wrote:   The website already had the link to the freepages rootsweb listing. I learned recently that Family Search has digitized most of their holdings. Sure enough, they do have Finding Our Wooden Shoes. Can someone let me know that this link works for them?    https://www.familysearch.org/library/books/records/item/121418-finding-our-wooden-shoes-my-cozine-family-history-and-album-with-genealogy-pt-01-02?viewer=1&offset=0#page=1&viewer=picture&o=&n=0&q= Pam Ellingson     On Fri, Dec 17, 2021 at 2:05 PM Carolyn Leonard wrote: Pam please add this to the hotlinks for research on COZINE from Jim Cozine http://freepages.rootsweb.com/~cozine/genealogy/     And this wherever it fits, it is a great history of COZINE and others, but it is a pay to see site. https://en.geneanet.org/library/doc/5924030/Finding-our-wooden-shoes-my-Cozine-Family-History-and-Album-with-genealogy  (205 pgs -the 2006 version)     Hi Carolyn & Eddie   Feel free to post my comments with Dutch Cousins.   Your free to do with it as you see fit — I never pay any attention to the issue of copy rights – so can’t say if every page is OK. My distribution notes show that 67 hard copies of the manuscript were sent to my family & the cousins. I see were I listed 196 folks & places that gave or shared information over the 15+ yrs of the search. Likely this is incomplete and many more should have been added.   Pls consider anything I have as a free gift to the group –  JIm    On Dec 16, 2021, at 1:02 PM, Jim Cozine wrote:   Hi Carolyn & Jon   I boxed up all my research and books about a year ago and sent everything to Eddie & Janice Cozine in Mt. Washington, KY.  Only recently – last month – did my brother Bill’s son Darin, express any interest in the family history so I gave him a manuscript made up from my master copy. so, what follows is all I can see for where things are/were on the internet…  https://en.geneanet.org/library/doc/5924030/Finding-our-wooden-shoes-my-Cozine-Family-History-and-Album-with-genealogy  (205 pgs -the 2006 version -seem to recall there was a fee to view?) http://freepages.rootsweb.com/~cozine/genealogy/  ( this is the online master tree- free access )   The last hard copy tree was draft #62 of 8/17/2017 ( I’ve made pencil updates to my working copy as folks contacted me) -One of the big discoveries was about the COZINEs that live in Italy — we now know that Eugene Lavern Cozine 1930-2007 fathered this branch when he was in the U S Army stationed in Trieste – his son there is 1950 Harold Eugene Cozine , now he too has a son.   WE wish you & Jon a wonderful Christmas and New Year…and I ‘Thank You’ for all your many years of help in Finding Our Wooden Shoes – what an amazing story – I stand in Awe of our ancestors. I still belong to the Holland Society of New York…Hiroko is slowing down and for a time was wheelchair bound, having had surgery on both achilleas tendons… Brother Bill’s wife passed away 2 yrs ago, and Jimmie Cozine is slowing down too – but I’m kept very busy with 2 Navy Vet groups and  running the weekly radio-controlled sailboat races, for 19 yrs now. Truly the Dutch Cousins was a ‘Dutch Treat’ of the best kind and I consider blessed to have been a part.   Our son-in-law is planning to retire in 2 more years and our daughter & son-in-law want to move to Hawaii—( we have vacationed there annually for many yrs). If they move – we move and likely combine households.   Thanks Again – Cousin Jim & Hiroko   On Dec 15, 2021, at 11:18 AM, Carolyn Leonard wrote:   Hi cousin! I have lost the hotlinks for the website on the Cozine family history and for your book, FINDING OUR WOODEN SHOES.  Can you please send those to me for my records? They also need to be added to the DutchCousins.org website. I have the Wooden Shoes manuscript and your last Master copy of Cozine ancestry in my box of things to donate to HHS in time.   Wishing you a merry Christmas and Happy New Year, in spite of the pandemic and all the inconveniences we are going through. Hope you and Hiroko and family are doing well. I am still here 14 months after the doc gave me two weeks to live!  The chemo side effects are pretty rough at times, but I am still able to work on my computer, discuss (and cuss) the news and politics, to enjoy entertaining family and friends, participate in zoom meetings, read, count my blessings of having my dear Jon close by and visits from our children, and see photos of our precious new great-grandbaby born last month to remind us of the continuity of life. I love the greeting cards and letters of the season from friends far and near, so keep them coming!   Still love all my Dutch Cousins, and especially Jim Cozine and the Cozine cousins.   Hugs, Carolyn & Jon Heavener, Christmas 2021 The hotlinks are available at the DutchCousins.org and here: Jim Cozine’s book FINDING OUR WOODEN SHOES (not available in print, never published except online) and his COZINE MASTER FAMILY TREE done in Excel. You can find a complete copy of Finding Our Wooden Shoes,  including the hard copy Master Family Tree- Draft #47  (living folks are blocked out) at  https://familysearch.org/

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