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Additions and Corrections VIRGINIA REFERENCES IN BERES COUNTY RECORDS. PGM, XXIII (1964), 257-261. This article included forty abstracts relating to Virginia, from the genealogical collection of the late Mrs. Charles Mays (Mary 0.) Steinmetz, of Reading, Pa. When it was recently noticed that these abstracts, arranged alphabetically, ran from Adams to Orphan, then jumped to a final Whiteman, it became apparent that a number of abstracts were missing. Thanks to the efforts of Mrs. LeRoy Sanders, Director, Library & Archives, The Historical Society of Berks County, Reading, the majority of the missing cards were located in the collection of that Society and copies thereof were supplied for publication here. They are published hereunder, with the realization that no names starting with the group S, T, U and V are included; if and when they are located they will be published. The researcher is advised, as before, to consult the original records in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds, Berks County Court House, Reading, for the complete record. The Publication Committee assumes no responsibility for the accuracy of the abstracts that follow. John Gauer, Virginia, & wife Elizabeth (she being a daughter of Conrad Hatt (Hart)), late of Cumru Twp., acquit Hector Payne. 4 Jan 1794, 21 Apr 1797 (Deed Book 15, 505). Anthony Geiger, Rockingham Co., Virginia, intermarried with Christina (late Christina Derst), one of the sisters of Catharine Heisler, Germantown, Phila. Co., widow, dec'd., appoints Nicholas Dick, Reading, attorney, to receive any legacy. 22 Oct 1805, 30 Oct 1805 (Deed Book 21, 280). Evan George, formerly of Robeson Twp., "but now of Virginia, Frederick County." Wife Hannah. Will made 8 wk of 12 mo, 1777, probated 30 Apr 1782 (Will Book B, 35). John Gassier (Gossier) of Franklin Co., Virginia, appoints Jacob Gussler, same State, attorney to sell his part which was legally due out of estate of grandfather Hemy Gussler and father Frederick Gussler, Berks Co. 7 Aug 1809, 26 July 1810 (Deed Book 24, 257). Jacob Gassier (Gossierk Virginia, son of Frederick Gussler, appoints brother Henry of Reading attorney, & "for my constituents John Shively & Susanna and John Gossler," part due from estate of grandfather Henry Gossler and father Frederick Gossler. 4 Sept 1809, 26 July 1810 (Deed Book 24, 257). John Gossier and Jacob Gossier, Franklin Co., Virginia, children of Frederick Gossler, who was a son of Henry Gossler—clec'd Reading. . .. (See entry on John Shively and wife Susannah). 14 July 1810, 23 July 1818 (Deed Book 29, 443). John Gower, Loudon Co., Virginia, intermarried with Mary Elizabeth, a daughter of Conrad Hatt, late of Cumru Twp., received from Philip Hatt and John Kleingeina inheritance of Mary Elizabeth. 14 Jan 1812 (Deed Book 25, 256). Elizabeth Gehret, Alsace, will proved 28 Aug 1802, mentions Adam Heckman, Harris Co., Virginia, interested in right of wife Margaret, now living, daughter of Elizabeth Gehret. Michael Gehret & Peter Geier Executors refuse to pay the money—appoints John Spayd attorney (Deed Book 20, 148). John Heffern, Rockingham Co., Virginia, and wife Christina, released for share of estate of Daniel Frolich, Amith Twp., Berks Co. (See heirs of Daniel Frolich, PGM, XXIII, 4 (1964), 261). 27 Nov 1784, 3 May 1786 (Deed Book 9, 369). Elizabeth Henritze married to William N. Reely & James Henritze, children of Peter Henritze, Abington, Washington Co., Virginia—money from the estate of Baltzer Henritze, deceased. 28 Feb 1837 (Misc. Book E-5, 376). Peter B. Henritze of town of Abingdon, Washington Co., Virginia, appoints Dayid Bright Attorney to collect from estate of Baltzer Henritze (Reading). Peter B. Henrime a son 68 Additions and Corrections 69 of Peter Henritze town of Abingdon who was a son of Baltzer Henritze. 27 Jul 1840, 26 Jul 1841 (Misc. Book F-6, 323). Samuel Henritze, Washington Co., Virginia, grand-child of Baltzer Henritze, Reading, appoints Philip Rohr, Washington Co., Virginia, Attorney to receive from Henry Henritze, Executor, his legacy. 2 Feb 1847, 9 Apr 1847 (Misc. Book H-8, 125). William Henritze, town of Abingdon, Washington Co., Virginia, son of Peter Henritze, same place, appoints David Bright of Reading, attorney to recover from Henry Henritze, Executor of Baltzer Henritze of Reading, his legacy. 25 Apr 1842, 1 Jun 1842 (Misc. Book F-6, 427). Henry Herman of Greenbriar Co., Virginia, & wife Susannah, Andrew Whitman and wife Elizabeth same county & State, said Susannah & Elizabeth daughters of Philippine Brent. who was a daughter of Christian Wicks, Alsace Twp., received legacied from Francis Ritter, Exeter Twp. 7 Jul 1810, 7 Aug 1810 (Deed Book 24, 265). Made April 26, 1790—Lewis D. Heshuysen of the City of Alexandria, Commonwealth of Virginia, merchant, by his Attorney Peter Le Barbier Duplessis, Phila., Esq., one part, and Samuel Merlon, Phila., other part, sells tract called Amsterdam, Head of Cold Run, on Catawissa Road in Brunswick Twp.... 26 Apr 1792, 18 Oct 1792 (Deed Book 13, 81). Rudolf High, Maidencreek Twp., Will made 21 Sept 1793—bequeathed to son Daniel High of Virginia—[latter] received his legacy. 18 Feb 1799, I Jan 1800 (Deed Book 17, 319). Rockingham Co., Vir. 5 Dec 1825—Eliz. High & Mary High, orphans of Jacob High, deed., over 14 years, chose Peter Henton Guardian and Peter Henton appointed guardian for John High under 14 years (Misc. Book B2, 502). Susannah High widow of Jacob High, Wm. Cherryholmes & Margaret, John Cherryholmes & Eve, Jacob Long & Christina, Samuel High, Rudolph High, Elizabeth High, Mary High, John High, Henry High, Representatives of Jacob High, Rockingham Co., Vir., appoint Peter Henton attorney to receive money from Mary High, Berks Co., mother of Jacob High. 5 Dec 1825, Rec. 9 Jun 1827 (Misc. Book B2, 503). Philip Hoffman, Monongalia Twp., Virginia, Legatee of Margaret Hoffman, relict of Michael Hoffman, Robeson Twp., Berks Co., received his legacy from George Hoffman, Robeson Twp. 2 May 1808 (Deed Book 23, 3). Will of John Runckel, Brunswick Twp. made 2 Jun 1777 proved 21 Apr 1785 mentions Godfried Karcher, one of the Executors having moved to Virginia (No reference given). John Houtz, Botetourt Co., Virginia, and wife Susanna, Solomon Graybill, same place and wife Catharine, Benjamin Macky, same place and wife Magdalena—daughters & heirs of Philip Kline, Tulpehocken, Berks Co. 10 Dec 1815 (Misc. Book A-1, 112). Mary Klinger, Ad. of Henry Klinger, Late of Berkeley, dec'd., appoints John Gregg of Berkeley, Virginia, attorney to recover from Peter Nagle, Esq., surviving Executor of Alexander Klinger, Reading, inheritance of Henry Klinger. 18 Aug 1808, 1 Sep 1812 (Deed Book 25, 422 & 423). David Koch, County of Shanandoah [sic], Virginia, and Philip Knopp, Administrator of Peter Koch, deed., Rockingham Co., Virginia, appoint Christopher Smaltz, Alsace Twp., Berks Co., attorney to receive sums due from estate of Adam Koch, Bern Twp., dec'd. 28 Jun 1817, 5 Aug 1817 (Deed Book 29, 182). Jacob Krim, Rockingham Co., Virginia, only son and heir of Magdalena Krim, deceased, Robeson Twp., Berks Co., a daughter of Jacob Wert (Werth), Robeson Twp., received from Jacob Wert, Executor, his share of estate. 22 Apr 1803, 21 May 1818 (Deed Book 29, 456). John Leffel, late of Berks Co., now resident in the State of Virginia, Power of Attorney to John Schrader [to] collect from estate of father, Balser Leffel, Amity Twp. 7 May 1798 (Deed Book 16, 204 & Deed Book 21, 461). Samuel, John and Elizabeth Lejfle, Botetourt County, Virginia, appoint Daniel Leffle, 70 The Pennsylvania Genealogical Magazine same County and State, Attorney to collect any money from grandfather, Baltzer Leffle, Berks Co., dec'd. 17 Mar 1806, 8 Apr 1806 (Deed Book 21, 461). Jacob, Polly and Anthony Leffle (orphan children of John Leffle), Botetourt Co., Vir., choose Daniel Leffle for guardian; Court appoints Daniel Leffle guardian for Sally & Thomas Leffle, under 14. 11 Feb 1806, 8 Apr 1806 (Deed Book 21, 461). Adam Lipert of State of Virginia and Elias Waggoner, Ruscombmanor, Berks Co.— Executors of will of Jacob Lipert of Ruscombmanor, one part, and John Spyker of Reading, other part. 16 Sep 1793 (Deed Book 13, 394). Joshua Lukens and wife Mary and Jacob M. Bickel, City of Wheeling, Ohio Co., Virginia, appoint William Henry, Reading, attorney to receive money as heirs of John Bickel, dec'd. 30 Jun 1847, 10 Jul 1847 (Misc. Book H-8, 218). Joshua Lukens, Wheeling City, Ohio County, Virginia, and wife Mary, late Mary Bickel, a daughter of John Bickel, Reading, deed., received from Anthony Bickel her inheritance. 20 Jul 1850, 24 Dec 1851 (Misc. Book 1-9, 368). Charles McGrew of Virginia, Will made 22 Dec 1764, probated 29 Jan 1765, a sojourner in Pennsylvania mentions sons James, John, Charles, Robert (when 21) Elizabeth. Witnesses: Jacob Sweitser and Joseph Millard (Will Book). I Jun 1778 Solomon Mathews, late of Reading but now Nickingham [7] Co., Virginia, & wife Agnes to Leonard Fehler (Fealer), Reading. Rec. 6 Jul 1778 (Deed Book B-3, 330 and Orphan's Court, Vol. 4, No. 1, 18). 31 May 1803—Henry Miller, Augusta Co., Virginia, appoints Cornelius Zimmerman, Lancaster, attorney, to sell land in Brecknock Twp. 19 Nov 1804 (Deed Book 21, 30). Henry Miller, County of Bath, Virginia, appoints George Miller, Berks Co., Attorney to receive his legacy from Daniel Miller, Administrator of Nicholas Miller. 9 Feb 1847, 29 Mar 1847 (Misc. Book H-8, 100). Simon Minich, York County, Jacob Minich, York County, Henry Minich, Botetourt Co., Virginia, and Michael Minich, Dauphin Co., Heirs of Peter Minich, Pinegrove Twp. [now in Schuylkill Co.], deceased. 15 Oct 1797, 4 Dec 1804 (Deed Book 21, 51). Peter Myers, Borough of Winchester, Frederick Co., Virginia, appoints son Peter Myers, same place, attorney to take possession of real estate of deceased father George Myers late of Barks County, which estate lies in Berks Co., and to sell same. 1 Feb 1806, 26 Feb 1806 (Deed Book 21, 384). Jacob Obenshine (Botetourt Co., Va., Misc. Book B-2, 125) intermarried with Mary, a daughter of Catharine, the daughter of Conrad Dieter, Exeter, dec'd. 26 Mar 1825, 21 May 1825 (Misc. Book B-2, 119). James Patterson, Loudon Co., Virginia, appoints Robert Patterson, East Pennsborough, Cumberland Co., Pa., attorney to sell land in Exeter Twp., willed by father Robert Patterson 5 May 1776. 5 Dec 1787, 16 Jan 1790 (Deed Book II, 356). Deed 12 Dec 1789 between Mary Patterson, widow, Robert Patterson, John Patterson, all of Cumberland Co., Pa. and James Patterson, Loudon Co., Vir., to Michael Christ, Exeter Twp. 18 Jan 1790 (Deed Book 11, 357). Casper Prough, Greenbrier Co., Virginia, appoints friend David Mulford, Penticton Co., Virginia, attorney to sell land in Brunswick Twp., Berks Co. [now in Schuylkill Co.], 26 Sep 1801, 15 Dec 1801 (Deed Book 18, 455). David Mulford, Pendleton Co., Virginia, sells land to Philip Faust, Brunswick Co. Warrant to Casper Prough 6 Nov 1773 (Deed Book 18, 455). Thomas Beverly Randolph and Maria his wife of Warren Co., Virginia, appoint John High Keim of Reading attorney to collect all sums of money coming to wife Maria Randolph (a daughter of Susan Mayer, Reading). 30 Sep 1848, 2 Nov 1848 (Misc. Book 11-8, 497, 498). Christopher Rauch, Reading, Baker (late of Phila.), & Rosina Maria his wife appoint Additions and Corrections 71 Joseph Egle of Reading, attorney, to sell 1000 Acres of land in Fayette Co., Vir.—same land [passed from] Nicholas Rash & Cath. 28 Dec 1787 to Christopher Rauch. 5 May 1795, 10 Mar 1796 (Deed Book 15, 88; p. 306, revokes power of attorney 20 Sep 1796). Will of Thomas Sharp 7 Dec 1772, probated 2 Feb 1777: "1 give and bequeath unto Elizabeth Richard, daughter of Christian, now living in the Colony of Virginia, who formerly lived in Brecknock Twp., 50£ (Will Book Z, 266). Daniel Ruth, Rockbridge Co., Virginia, one of the heirs of John Ruth, Heidelberg, Berks Co., appoints Henry Ruth, Sr., Curnru Twp., Berks Co., attorney to collect legacy. 15 Jun 1825 (Misc. Book B-2, 264). Eva Eliz. now Eve Elizabeth Wassum, wife of Nicholas Wassum, Washington Co., Vir., a daughter of Henry De Long of Berks Co., legacy to her and her children. Mentions Ea. Snavely, widow; Gilley, wife of Martin Booker, Mary, wife of Samuel Booker; Susanna, wife of George Snavely; Polly, wife of John Kagely; Caty, wife of John Johnston; Rachel, wife of George Goodman; and Jacob, Henry, Priscilla, Barbara, Margaret, John, Sally, and Andrew Wassum. 15 Sep 1828 (Misc. Book B-2, 757). Nicholas Watson, and Eve Eliz. his wife, formerly Eva Eliz. De Long, daughter of Henry De Long, dec'd., Berks Co., they of Washington Co., Virginia, appoint John Wassum attorney to collect legacy. 11 Aug 1824 (Misc. Book B-2, 1; also C-3, 4). Made 15 Mar 1827—between Abraham Weidman of Virginia intermarried with Catharine, one of the daughters of John Anspach, Tulpehocken, of the one part, and Christian Ley and Elizabeth Anspach of the other part. Recorded 19 Mar 1827 (Misc. Book B-2, 422). Administration to Owen Hughes, a friend to John Wily, late of Virginia, in whose favor Joseph Wily, father of said deceased, renounced right of administration. 15 Dec 1788 (Admin. Book 4, 130). John Eckert, Maidencreek Twp., Berks Co. and wife Barbara of the one part and Frederick Wilmans and Frederick William Seider, Linchburg, Cambel Co., Vir. of the other part, both traders, land in Maidencreek Twp. 30 Oct 1804, 10 Dec 1804 (Deed Book 21, 62). Deed made 9 Jan 1806—Daniel Womelsdorf, Amity Twp., Berks Co., and Frederick Womelsdorf, Jefferson Co., Virginia, to Jacob Van Reed, Amity Twp.... 8 Apr 1806 (Deed Book 21, 454). Charles Young, Frederick Co., Virginia, and wife Catharine, one of the daughters of Nicholas Kind, Maidencreek Twp., Berks Co., releases for share of estate. 14 Aug 1786, 16 Aug 1786 (Deed Book 9, 447). "GONE WEST." PENNSYLVANIANS IN CALIFORNIA, 1856. PGM, XXVIII (1974), 173-177. On the basis of the 1850 Census of the State of California, references in old newspapers and records, and other information gathered during service as Historian of Tuolumne County, it is possible to amplify the information given about some of the persons listed in subject article, as follows: COLUMBIA Abrams & Co. Amos and John D. were both there in 1856. Barton, J. The 1850 Census also has Michael, age 22. Beardslee, B. Beverly is first name. Canon, J. S. Full name is John S. Coffrotte, J. W. Should be Coffroth, James W. Also found as Koffroth; was a prominent member of the California Legislature and politician. Courtright, N. Initial a possible error, first name could be Milow. Cunningham, [no initials]. Alexander, John A., James W. and Patrick Cunningham were in this area. The Pennsylvania Genealogical Magazine 72 Dimond, D. Daniel. 1850 Census also has Matthew. Evans, Chas. Was 24 years of age in 1851. Flynn, J. John. Heckendom, J. John; one of the publishers of the Directory. Johnson, E. Probably Edward; native of Ireland, naturalized 19 April 1853 in Court of Common Pleas, Pennsylvania. Kenower, W. D. Probably William; still in Columbia in 1864. Massey, J. J. James J.; also was a dentist, and found as James M. Marshall, Possibly an error for Marshall W. Parsons, a dentist. McCannan, P. Also McCannon. McWilliams, G. George. Patten, J. Both James and John in Columbia. Sloan, R. Robert. Swigert, John. Died 9 June 1859, interred at Springfield. Wilson, R. M. Richard M. SONORA Bruner, Dr. William H. Ferrall, John. Native of Ireland, naturalized 10 November 1832 in Pennsylvania Quarter Sessions. Son John, Jr., was 33 years of age in 1866. Gunn, Dr. L. C. Lewis Carstairs, of Philadelphia; later, wife Elizabeth LeB. and children joined him from Pennsylvania. Haines, J. T. John T. McFarland, J. F. James F. McFarland, J. James. Rhinedollar, J. John; operated Philadelphia House in Sonora. JAMESTOWN Chambers, Wm. Native of Ireland; naturalized, District Court, Tuolumne County, 7 July 1857. Davis, M. J. The 1850 Census has M. 0. Davis, age 25. Newcomer, J. John. Snyder, P. H. Peter H. SHAW'S FLAT Stevens, 0. W. Oliver W. SPRINGFIELD Forrester, Probably Walter. Grant, A. Probably Augustus, a native of Sweden, naturalized 24 April 1850, Court of Common Pleas. New York. Halderman, P. M. The 1850 Census shows him as 21 years of age and native of Pennsylvania. Huey, R. B. Robert B. Swigart, J. John; died 9 June 1859 at Springfield, age 23 years. GOLD Seamus Potter, I. J. Isaac Justus, former County Clerk, Tuolumne County. YANKEE HILL Probably Amos, who was 41 in 1866. Other Biddells (Biddies) from PennBiddell, sylvania in 1866 were Jacob, 25, and James R., 28. Additions and Corrections 73 Lambert, C. C. K. and Caroline in area then. Sinclair, T. Also spelled St. Clair; a mining partner with Steele. Steele, E. R. Edwin R. BROWN'S FLAT Bowman, 0. G. Oliver Granger; 55 years of age in 1867 and still there. McCullough, Geo. In 1850 Census, 28 years of age. McCullough, J. In 1850 Census, 31 years of age. McMaster. A Levi McMaster also there then; also found as McMasters. Norwood, S. Samuel. CHINESE CAMP Cary, R. Ruel. Harris, S. Probably Samuel Benezitti Harris, 54 years of age in 1867. Miller, S. M. Solomon M.; 21 years of age in 1850. Mundorf, J. John; also spelled Mundorff. Peacock, J. C. M. Also just J. C. Stair, A. Alex. Tibbot, A. Usually spelled Tibbitts. In 1851 were listed, from the 1850 Census, Harrison, 12, Rymon (error for Lymon) C., 8. Others in family were J. P., 44, born in N. Y., and R. 1., 39 (female), born in Ohio. Williams, Wm. In 1850 Census, 24 years of age. SMALL CAMPS OR DISTRICTS Detweiler, J. Jacob; age 33 in 1867. Snyder, P. H. Peter H.; possibly same person listed under Jamestown. There was also an E. Snyder of Pennsylvania, age 26 in 1850. CAMPO SECO Kettering, M. Michael; also there was a George Kettering, no birthplace noted. Montgomery, A. W. Still there in 1863. BIG OAK FLAT & GAROTE, No. I & 2 George, J. Jonathan; native of England, naturalized 6 June 1848, Court of Common Pleas, Schuylkill County, Pa. Age 56 in 1867. His father was said to be a first cousin of David Lloyd George's father. Thomas. There was also an M. Thomas in Township No. 3, merchant, age 29 in 1851. MISCELLANEOUS LIST AT END Mapes, C. W. Charles W. Edwards, W. T. William T. Hutchings, J. M. James Mason, an author closely associated with the pioneer history of Yosemite National Park. CARLO M. DE FERRARI