2001 Queries, Cameron Parish, Louisiana Submitted by Kathy LaCombe-Tell Source; Ancestry.com Message Board Submitted October 2004 ********************************************** Copyright. All rights reserved. http://usgwarchives.net/copyright.htm http://usgwarchives.net/la/lafiles.htm ********************************************** John Peter Eddleman Author: Nancy Bell Date: 12 Jan 2001 12:00 PM GMT Surnames: Eddleman, Guess, Oakes Classification: Biography John Peter Eddleman 1824 – 1901 Farmer – Merchant – Civil War Veteran John Peter Eddleman was born on 18 Dec 1823 in Rowan Co, N.C., the son of Adam Eddleman and Catherine Lippard. Baptismal records are located at Organ Lutheran Church in Rowan Co, N.C. Adam and Catherine Eddleman moved to Carroll Co, MS between 1835 and 1840. (They later moved to Attala Co, MS) John Peter and Mary married in 1846, probably in Attala Co, MS or the vicinity. John Peter Eddleman is listed in the 1847 tax records of Attala Co, MS. Sometimes before 1860, John Peter and Mary Eddleman moved to Rapides Parish, LA. They appear in the 1860 census for Rapides Parish: (J.P. Eddleman, 37, merchant, born N.C.; Mary, 29, born Tenn.; William H., 11, born Miss; Viola, 8, born Miss.; John, 5, born Miss.; Ellen, 2, born Miss.) 1870 census for Rapides Parish: (Peter Eddleman, 47, farmer, b. NC; Mary, 39, b. Tenn.; Ellen, 12; Louvisa, 10; Olivia, 4; Joseph, 1). Sometimes before 1880, the family moved to Johnson Bayou, Cameron Parish, LA. They are listed in the 1880 census for that county. (John P...W/M, age 55, farming, NC; Mary H...W/F, age 50, keeping house, Tenn/Miss/Tenn; Martha...age 14; Joseph...age 11). A record in the Vernon Parish (Rapides) courthouse dated Nov. 6, 1883 shows John P. Eddleman of Cameron Parish donated 80 acres in Vernon Parish to his nephew Charles K. Oakes. John Peter and Mary Eddleman moved to Orange, Texas in 1886. In 1893, John Peter purchased a home in Orange, Texas that he lived in the rest of his life. This home still stands and is known as the "Wilcox Home". The 1900 Orange Co, TX census shows John Peter and wife Mary Eddleman in their household with their son, Joseph P. and wife Agnes with granddaughter Ruth. It also indicates that John Peter was born Dec. 1823 and Mary was born Dec. 1831. They were married in 1846. John Peter Eddleman died in 1901 and Mary in 1907 in Orange, TX. Children of John Peter and Mary Eddleman: 1. William Henry, who first married Sarah A. (Sally) Harvey (They were in the 1870 census for Cameron Parish, LA), second Janie Brown Tureman 2. Viola, who married Dan Knight 3. John B. 4. Ellen B., who married M. Ben Simmons 5. Louvica, who married Albert Peveto, from Cameron Parish. 6. Olivia/Martha Eolean, who married Benjamin Anderson Stephens 7. Joseph, who married Agnes Block On May 25, 1861, a military company (The Home Guards) was organized with John P. Eddleman, captain; G.A. Smith, J.T. Hewett and J.S. Duncan, lieutenants. Charles K. Oakes was a corporal in this unit of ninety six men. Later, John Peter was listed as the senior 2nd LT. of the Martin Scouts (Co. K, 6th LA Cavalry Regiment). From “A Thrilling Narrative of the Sufferings of Union Refugees, and the Massacre of the Martyrs of Liberty of Western Louisiana: Together with a Brief Sketch of the Present Political Status of Louisiana, As to Her Unfitness for Admission into the Union; with Letters to the Governor of Louisiana and Noted Seccessionists in That State and a Letter To President Johnson on Reconstruction” by Captain D.E. Haynes of the Louisiana Scouts (published by McGill & Witherow, Printers and Stereotypers, 1866): “There are two vices which I detest above any, or perhaps the whole brood of the balance, and they are ingratitude and hypocrisy. What Captain White stated to me as his opinion, I found verified in fact, when I tried to prosecute Smith and Vansaux for shooting me, and Texada for an aggravated assault and battery. I had prepared a written statement briefly though, to present to General G.M. Graham, foreman of the grand jury, of the cases I wished to bring before that body – aye! It was a body, sure enough; but without a soul. I opened the door of the grand jury room, no officer being stationed there. I was told I could not come in. I said I wanted to see the foreman; I was answered in the affirmative. I waited some time, and looked in again; the same question and answer. I told two of the jury whom I saw go in, that I wanted to see General Graham. They said he would come out presently. The door opened, but no foreman, but Big Pete Eddleman from Lana Cocoa, or rather Sandersville, one of “Bloody Bob’s” bottle companions; as he passed me going down the steps, he said, “You damned old thief and robber, what has brought you here?’ He made the same remark to two of the jury whom he met on the stairs, I left the place, for I had reasonable fears of being assassinated. I should here make further statements of facts relative to this affair, but as I have discussed them in my letters to General Graham, the reader is referred to them in their proper place in this “little book.” (pages 64-65). According to Arthur W. Burgeron, Jr., Ph.D., Peter Eddleman was aware of Capt. Haynes’ activities as a Union scout during the war. Haynes was trying to get a grand jury to act against some men who had shot and beaten him. John Peter Eddleman was elected Representative to the Louisiana legislature for Rapides Parish on Oct. 17, 1864 and was released from his military obligations to serve in this position. The National Archive records of the Post Office Department show that on Dec. 9, 1878, John Peter Eddleman was appointed Postmaster of Johnson Bayou, Cameron Parish. It is believed that Mary Eddleman's maiden name was Guess. One of her descendents has an old tin type picture of a confederate soldier who was said to be Mary's brother. The handwritten inscription on the photograph states: "J.M. Guess the 16th Regiment". A Joseph Guess was in the 16th LA Infantry, Company G. John Peter owned a store in Rapides Parish in 1865...south of Red River, in the vicinity of Gum Sough, Widow Stephens, Whiskachitta, Miller's Bridge (Anococo Creek). "Old Petersburg" was an area in Rapides Parish that was supposedly named for John Peter Eddleman, who owned a stage coach stop there. It was located near the present day overpass on the entrance road to Fort Polk and is now known as Pickering. (This may be the same location as the above mentioned store. I'm not familiar with the area). References: 1. “Our Eddleman Story” by Mary M. Ward 2. “My Eddleman Family” by Frances Peveto Reid in “Las Sabinas”, Vol. XXV, Book 3, 1998. (The Official Publication of the Orange County Historical Society, Orange, Texas). 3. 1870 Cameron Parish, LA census 4. “Biographical and Historical Memoirs of Northwest Louisiana”, The Southern Publishing Company, Chicago & Nashville, 1890. 5. January 4, 1999 letter from Arthur W. Burgeron, Jr., Ph. D. to Ms. Frances Reid ******** William M. Doxey (1816-1912) Author: Nancy Bell Date: 13 Feb 2001 12:00 PM GMT Surnames: Doxey, McCall Classification: Obituary “Doxey, Cameron Pioneer, Dead” Past 95 years old and lived at Grand Chenier 70 years Special to the American Press: William M. Doxey was born four miles north of Currituck Courthouse, Currituck County, N.C., Oct. 12, 1816; died March 9, 1912 at Grand Chenier, La. at the age of 95 years, 5 months and 4 days, at the home of his deceased son, John Andrew Doxey. Mr. Doxey was one of the oldest settlers here. He moved overland with wagon and team, crossing the Blue Ridge Mountains at Flat Gap, N.C., to Hinds County, Miss. in 1827, and in 1842 he moved from Mississippi to Grand Chenier, La., at that time in Lafayette Parish. After Vermillion Parish was created, Grand Chenier formed a portion of that parish, and a number of years later Cameron Parish was created and Grand Chenier formed a part of that parish. He has resided in the same locality, the old Doxey homestead, in three different parishes at various times since he moved to Louisiana. This section of Louisiana was quite a wilderness when Mr. Doxey came here. There were nine other families residing here at the time of his arrival. William Doxey married Mary E. McCall of Grand Chenier, La. by whom he had four sons and five daughters, of whom two daughters, Jessie Doxey of Grand Chenier, La. and Mrs. James Rogers of China, LA., 19 grandchildren, and 10 great grandchildren survive him. He was a member of the Baptist church. Grandpa Doxey was confined to his bed only nine days. He was in his right mind to the last. To the bereaved and sorrowing hearts, we say, “Weep not as those who have no hope”, but look to the Cross and hear and take comfort from the words of Jesus, “I am the resurrection and the life; he that believeth in me, though he die, yet shall he live.” A Friend (From “Lake Charles American Press”; Friday, March 15, 1912; page 6; column 4) ******** Joseph Green born 1855 Author: Thelma Piboin Date: 15 Jul 2001 3:02 PM GMT Surnames: Green Would like info on Joseph Green born 1855 His wife Alexandrene Maitre born 1862 They had 10 children Andrew-Morris-Mary-Frank-Arthur- Ellen-Adie-Naoma-Jesse-Lillie Need info on ancestors of Joseph and Alexandrene The were in Cameron Parish according to the 1900 Federal Census Any info would be greatly appreciated Please e-mail me at TeaPea94@aol.com Thelma ******** Re: Indians in Cameron, Louisiana? Author: Gene O'Quinn Date: 6 Aug 2001 6:17 PM GMT In Reply to: Indians in Cameron, Louisiana? by: Kathy The Attkapas and the Houmas were east of Cameron, and the Calcasieu River was named by the Coushatta, the Karankawa were on the upper Texas Coast. Holly Beach is near the mouth of the Calcasieu River. ******** Millers of Grand Cheniere/Pecan Island Author: r w stewart Date: 8 Aug 2001 3:04 AM GMT Surnames: Miller, Broussard, Winch In Reply to: Placide BERTRAND by: Velia Bertrand Looking for information on Alida Louise Miller who married Prevate Broussard of Pecan Island. Trying to find names of her parents/siblings. She may have been born in Grand Cheniere. Thanks, r w stewart ******** BECKMAN - DOMINGUE Author: Date: 18 Aug 2001 7:05 PM GMT Surnames: BECKMAN DOMINGUE Peter (Hypolite) Beckman lived in Tete Chenier in late 1860s, and 1870s. His first mariage to Emeiie Thibeaux. They had two daughters, Apoline and Silveria. Apoline married Sevin Miller 1890. Silveria married Clement Miguez 1888. Peter's second married was to Pauline Domingue. They children were Linda, Stephen, Rosa, Agnes, Sophie, and Alcee. Looking for branches, or more information on either Peter or Pauline. ******** David POOL & Caroline HOLDEN TX-LA Author: Kim Poole Date: 27 Aug 2001 10:41 PM GMT Surnames: POOLE,HOLDEN, CONSTANCE, BENOIT, HANKS,LOGUE I am looking for info on the following families: David POOL married Caroline HOLDEN 1830 in St. Tammany Parish. They had the following children: William, Cenith, Mary Ann, David, Laura, Catherine,& Virginia. Caroline is listed in the 1870 Cameron Parish census (Pecan Island) without David. Apparently he died before 1870. Their son David married (1) Elizabeth LABOVE in Orange County Texas in 1873 (2) Felecien CONSTANCE in 1878. Felecien's parents were Gideon & Christina HANKS Constance. David is buried in the Grand Lake Community Cemetery. Their son Joseph married Ortance LOGUE, the daughter of Henry Logue and Odelia BENOIT. Joseph and Ortance are both buried in the Grand Lake Community Cemetery. This is about all of the info I have on this family. Any info is greatly appreciated. ******** Re: David POOL & Caroline HOLDEN TX-LA Author: L Hanks Date: 30 Aug 2001 11:31 PM GMT Surnames: Constance,ABSHIRE In Reply to: David POOL & Caroline HOLDEN TX-LA by: Kim Poole Thanks for help on Constance. I have info on Christine HANKS: Parents- Joseph & Susanne ABSHIRE Grparents-Charles & Christine Hargrave mar. Feb. 1 1798. GrGr-Joseph & Nancy Anna Lee from Va. ******** Cemetery for Cameron, La Author: Nelda Brown Date: 28 Sep 2001 12:31 AM GMT Does anyone know how many cemeteries there are in Cameron, La., and the names? Supposedly my great grandparents, Henry & Sarah Jane (Avant) Wolfe were buried there.Does anyone know who Sarah Jane Avant's parents were? I would appreciate any information. Nelda Johnson Brown ******** Re: Cemetery for Cameron, La Author: Kim Poole Date: 12 Oct 2001 11:15 PM GMT Check out the USGenweb for Cameron Parish, Louisiana. It has a listing of the cemeteries in Cameron, LA. KP ******** Re: David POOL & Caroline HOLDEN TX-LA : Author: Karen Wall Date: 20 Oct 2001 1:30 AM GMT Surnames: Poole In Reply to: David POOL & Caroline HOLDEN TX-LA by: Kim Poole I am looking for any information on the Poole family. Sarah Elizabeth Poole married John Henry Hollie about 1880. Her parents were Matthew Poole and Ludicy Bass. Although the were married in Newton Co. Tx. and lived there some, they lived in and around Louisiana also. Any help with this family would be great. I have nothing. ******** Re: David POOL & Caroline HOLDEN TX-LA : Author: Kim Poole Date: 21 Oct 2001 5:12 PM GMT Surnames: POOLE,HOLDEN, CONSTANCE, BENOIT, HANKS,LOGUE In Reply to: Re: David POOL & Caroline HOLDEN TX-LA : by: Karen Wall Here is the only Matthew Poole that I have in my files: Matthew Poole-Son of William Poole and Elizabeth Rester. Matthew was the brother of David Poole (my line) who was born in St. Tammany Parish, La in 1812. David is listed on the 1850 Jefferson Co., Tx. census. My Pool/Poole's also lived in southwest Louisiana in Calcasieu and Cameron Parishes. Send me more info on your line and I will try to help. ******** Your Favoite Old Church? Author: Mark Normand Date: 24 Oct 2001 1:26 AM GMT I travel alot throughout Louisiana because of my occupation....I love driving around through old towns and carry with me a camera to take pictures of old or unusual churches and cathedrals.....it would take me more than a lifetime to search every town or city in Louisiana so I was wondering if you could send me the name and location of your favorite old or unusual looking church or cathedral......may God grant you many blessings!