Samuel COBB was born in 1851. He died in 1936. Samuel married Sarah Lucian STAMPER.
Other marriages:STAMPER, Nancy J.
Sarah Lucian STAMPER [Parents] "Louisa Ann" was born on 6 Feb 1856 in MO. She died on 3 Apr 1925. Louisa Ann married Samuel COBB.
Notes from Sheryl:
From Old Families of Randolph Co MO, I have the name Sarah Lucian. From the personal records of Jackie Stamper and the Stamper websight by Gloria Kay Inman, the nickname of "Louisa Ann" is also added.
Yearly SCOTT was born in 1846. He died in 1917. Yearly married Nancy J. STAMPER.
Nancy J. STAMPER [Parents] was born on 10 Dec 1854 in KY. She died on 21 Jul 1940. Nancy married Yearly SCOTT.
Other marriages:COBB, Samuel
Notes from Sheryl:
Nancy Stamper married Yeally Scott. They had six children. Two of the children are Roy Scott and Ethel Scott Rucker. (See Old Families of Randolph Co. MO, page 336.) Owen Co KY records give Sallie's birthdate as Dec. 10, 1853.
Samuel COBB was born in 1851. He died in 1936. Samuel married Nancy J. STAMPER about 1926.
Other marriages:STAMPER, Sarah Lucian
Nancy J. STAMPER [Parents] was born on 10 Dec 1854 in KY. She died on 21 Jul 1940. Nancy married Samuel COBB about 1926.
Other marriages:SCOTT, Yearly
Notes from Sheryl:
Nancy Stamper married Yeally Scott. They had six children. Two of the children are Roy Scott and Ethel Scott Rucker. (See Old Families of Randolph Co. MO, page 336.) Owen Co KY records give Sallie's birthdate as Dec. 10, 1853.
John G. BROCKMAN was born about 1855. He married Mary Frances STAMPER.
Mary Frances STAMPER [Parents] was born on 17 Feb 1858 in KY. She died on 11 May 1920. Mary married John G. BROCKMAN.
"The Huntsville Herald" newspaper:
"Brockman, John -- mar. 10 Cec 1879 Mary Frank Stamper, youngest dau. of Hiram Stamper, by Rev. S.Y Pitts; THH 18 Dec 1879.
Notes from Sheryl:
Mary Francis Stamper married John Brockman. They had 10 children. Some of their children are Sallie Mae Brockman Mayo, Vera Brockman Weir, Curtis Brockman, and James Lucian Brockman. (See Old Families of Randolph Co. MO, page 336.)
Christopher Columbus BLANKENBAKER [Parents] ""C.C.", "Lum"" was born on 14 Oct 1840 in Monroe Co., MO. He died on 25 Apr 1913 in Bates Co., MO and was buried in Double Branch Cem., Bates Co., Missouri. "C.C.", "Lum" married Sarah A. WHITE.
Other marriages:ROATH, Lydia S.
[email protected] (Cynthia Crigler) posted this to Germanna 1/00:
[At the MO State Archives I found a wonderful Civil War memoir written in 1900 by Christopher Columbus Blankenbaker (I think his line is: William + Sarah Weaver, Lewis + Susanna Utz, Christopher + Christina Finks, Mathias + Anna Maria Mecklin, Hans Thomas + Ana Barbara Schone). The memoir is in this book: "The Old Settlers History of Bates County Missouri: from its first settlement to the first day of January 1900, Published by Tathwell & Maxey, Amsterdam MO.]
Then this follow-up by Cindy, which was quite valuable:
<"Bates County Cemeteries" by E. Joyce Christiansen, published by Joan
Kusek, 1990Double Branch Cemetery, Pleasant Gap Twp., Sec 17, south of Butler
76. C.C. Blankenbaker 14 Oct 1840 - 25 Apr 1913
77. Sarah Blankenbaker 15 May 1812 - 2 Feb 1900
78. William Blankenbaker 2 Feb 1802 - 9 July 188983. Virginia M., dau of C.C. Blankenbaker 27 July 1850 - 2 Feb 1881
84. Wives of C.C. Blankenbaker
Sarah A. b. 1848 - 25 Oct 1881
Lydia S. 20 Aug 1848 - 24 July 1906"The Old Settlers History of Bates County Missouri: from its first
settlement to the first day of January 1900", Published by Tathwell &
Maxey, Amsterdam MO, pp. 139-141[I have tried to transcribe this as closely as possible. The original book is quite old and worn and the xerox of it makes it difficult to read. I have proofread it once, but you all know what a lousy typest I am. CC]
Pioneer Life in Bates County
Written for The Old Settlers' History by C. C. Blankenbecker
I was born in Monroe County Missouri, October 14, 1840. My family left there September 28, 1855 for Linn county Kansas, passing through Butler on October 7. At that time it was a small village with grass growing in the streets. We arrived at our destination October 9 and remained there until the spring of 1859, moving to Lone Oak township on the 29th day of March.
While this township was sparcely settled, and what settlements there were confined to the creeks and rivers, yet the people were kind and hospitable. Churches and schools had been established in most communities. Church services were generally held in school houses which were built of logs, with one end out for a fire-place, and one log out the full length of one side for a window and with slabs for seats. Such were the facilities for what education I acquired and which was cut short by that little difficulty between the states. The first frame church building erected in the county that I remember, was within three-fourths of a mile from where the writer
now sits, built by the Presbyterians. The lumber was haulded [sic] from the southern part of the state or northern Arkansas in the fall of 1859. At this time the seat of government had been moved to Butler, which was building up rapidly. This was our post office and trading point.There are but few of the old settlers left that were here when we came. We can call to mind only one head of a family that was here then, John Daniels. There are a good many descendants of the early settlers remaining.
Nothing of an exciting nature took place from that time until 1861, when the presidential election occured. Our people were attending to their legitimate affairs, quietly and good naturedly. Once in a while a raid of freebooters from Kansas, or visa versa, which soon quieted down. Not until 1861, as the campaign progressed did the excitement reach fever heat. As I
was not a voter I took little interest in passing events. There was one little incident after the election that I often call to mind. As I remember, there were eleven votes cast in the county for Mr. Lincoln. The names of these voters were printed on placards and stuck up at every
crossroads. I mention this to show what partisanism will lead men to. Actual hostilities did not commence in this county until the latter part of the summer of 1861.My father being a slave holder and the circumstances surrounding us left us to take sides with the south. The company of which I was a member, was made up in this vicinity on the 27th day of June 1861. We took up our line of march for the south, joining the main army at Papinsville, commanded by General Price. We were uninterrupted until near Carthage, Missouri, when we
met General Siegel, and after a sharp engagement of several hours, with slight loss on both sides, General Siegel was forced to retire. General Price continued his march to Cowskin Prairie, where we remained three weeks; then took up our line of march for Springfield. Ten miles south west of this city on Wilson Creek we encountered General Lyon. I am unable to
give details of this fight, as our regiment was in advance, receiving the first assault. I fell early in the engagement with a minnie ball in the thigh, near where General Lyon fell. I was taken to the hospital in Springfield. In the latter part of September I was able to return home where I remained until 1863. From the time of my arrival at home until my departure there were many incidents, a few of which I will relate without being exact as to dates.In the fall of 1861 James Hawkins accidentally shot and killed himself while passing through a gate at the Andrew Brown place. In less than a year Alexander Weddle and a Mr. McRupe were killed at and near the same place.
Some time in the fall of 1862 Joe Myers called at the residence of John Lloyd, and angry words ensued. Myers shot the latter, killing him instantly. In April or May, 1863, Judge Durand, a prominent citizen of Prairie City, was killed by two bushwackers, while going from his home to Butler. It was not the design of these men to take his life, only his horse and gun, but he refused to surrender. Just before or shortly after this last occurrence M. D. Elledge and J. W. Jones were encamped in the brush near where Pleasant Valley school house now stands. While each had gone to his home for breakfast, being only a short distance away, a company of militia surrounded their camp. Elledge returned first; his first intimation of danger was a demand to surrender. He began to retreat, at the same time shooting at those in front of him; that opened a way for him to escape. Many shots were fired and the last one hit Elledge in the arm. He returned home, called his wife out and told her where to find him when the militia
had gone. He was soon able to be in the saddle again.On December 5, 1861, a band of outlaws came to the residence of George Thomas, a respected citizen and a Union man, carried him off, and he was never heard of. It is supposed he was murdered. In the fall of 1863 a lot of Southern men were in the brush in the southern part of the township when a dispute arose between Jim Lloyd and Harry Humphreys, over the return of some horses taken from Jack Wright. Humphreys demanding their return. Angry words ensued and both reached for their guns and fired simultaneously. Lloyd received a ball in his brain and Humphreys one in his breast, both expiring immediately.
In May 1863, the order of General Ewing, depopulating the border counties, was issued. Being unable for service I remained at home until this time. A pass was furnished me to go into our lines. I did not reach the lines until fall when I re-enlisted in the 10th Missouri Cavalry, CSA. Not able for active service I was detailed in the Commissary department, where I remained until the army reached the Missouri River on the Price raid, when I re-joined my company and participated in all the engagements to the close, except that of Mines Creek in Linn County Kansas. At Cane Hill, Arkansas, we turned into the Nation, where for three weeks we had nothing to eat but meal without salt; and our faithful animals, brush and prairie grass, in the month of November. After reaching Red River we turned down that stream until we reached Lee, where we spent the balance of the winter and spring, surrendering at Shreveport June the 10th, 1865. After Uncle Sam had licked us he was kind enough to furnish us transportation home and plenty of grub to eat.
I found my parents in Henry county, Missouri on the 27th day of June 1865. I did not return to this county until 1867. While there was a great deal of animosity existing here I received very kind treatment at the hands of my late enemies, and I am proud to say that now my warmest friends are those who wore the Blue, some of whom I met on the battle-field.
Now in conclusion I wish to say that the foregoing are the facts as to my best ability to chronicle them, without any coloring, for I see things differently from what I did thirty years ago. When I laid down my musket I considered the war at an end, and have adhered to that policy since. The past is behind us, our duty is to the future and as patriotic Americans we should turn our eyes in that direction.>
Sarah A. WHITE was born in 1848. She died on 25 Oct 1881 in MO. Sarah married Christopher Columbus BLANKENBAKER.
Christopher Columbus BLANKENBAKER [Parents] ""C.C.", "Lum"" was born on 14 Oct 1840 in Monroe Co., MO. He died on 25 Apr 1913 in Bates Co., MO and was buried in Double Branch Cem., Bates Co., Missouri. "C.C.", "Lum" married Lydia S. ROATH on 21 Dec 1884 in Bates Co., MO.
Other marriages:WHITE, Sarah A.
[email protected] (Cynthia Crigler) posted this to Germanna 1/00:
[At the MO State Archives I found a wonderful Civil War memoir written in 1900 by Christopher Columbus Blankenbaker (I think his line is: William + Sarah Weaver, Lewis + Susanna Utz, Christopher + Christina Finks, Mathias + Anna Maria Mecklin, Hans Thomas + Ana Barbara Schone). The memoir is in this book: "The Old Settlers History of Bates County Missouri: from its first settlement to the first day of January 1900, Published by Tathwell & Maxey, Amsterdam MO.]
Then this follow-up by Cindy, which was quite valuable:
<"Bates County Cemeteries" by E. Joyce Christiansen, published by Joan
Kusek, 1990Double Branch Cemetery, Pleasant Gap Twp., Sec 17, south of Butler
76. C.C. Blankenbaker 14 Oct 1840 - 25 Apr 1913
77. Sarah Blankenbaker 15 May 1812 - 2 Feb 1900
78. William Blankenbaker 2 Feb 1802 - 9 July 188983. Virginia M., dau of C.C. Blankenbaker 27 July 1850 - 2 Feb 1881
84. Wives of C.C. Blankenbaker
Sarah A. b. 1848 - 25 Oct 1881
Lydia S. 20 Aug 1848 - 24 July 1906"The Old Settlers History of Bates County Missouri: from its first
settlement to the first day of January 1900", Published by Tathwell &
Maxey, Amsterdam MO, pp. 139-141[I have tried to transcribe this as closely as possible. The original book is quite old and worn and the xerox of it makes it difficult to read. I have proofread it once, but you all know what a lousy typest I am. CC]
Pioneer Life in Bates County
Written for The Old Settlers' History by C. C. Blankenbecker
I was born in Monroe County Missouri, October 14, 1840. My family left there September 28, 1855 for Linn county Kansas, passing through Butler on October 7. At that time it was a small village with grass growing in the streets. We arrived at our destination October 9 and remained there until the spring of 1859, moving to Lone Oak township on the 29th day of March.
While this township was sparcely settled, and what settlements there were confined to the creeks and rivers, yet the people were kind and hospitable. Churches and schools had been established in most communities. Church services were generally held in school houses which were built of logs, with one end out for a fire-place, and one log out the full length of one side for a window and with slabs for seats. Such were the facilities for what education I acquired and which was cut short by that little difficulty between the states. The first frame church building erected in the county that I remember, was within three-fourths of a mile from where the writer
now sits, built by the Presbyterians. The lumber was haulded [sic] from the southern part of the state or northern Arkansas in the fall of 1859. At this time the seat of government had been moved to Butler, which was building up rapidly. This was our post office and trading point.There are but few of the old settlers left that were here when we came. We can call to mind only one head of a family that was here then, John Daniels. There are a good many descendants of the early settlers remaining.
Nothing of an exciting nature took place from that time until 1861, when the presidential election occured. Our people were attending to their legitimate affairs, quietly and good naturedly. Once in a while a raid of freebooters from Kansas, or visa versa, which soon quieted down. Not until 1861, as the campaign progressed did the excitement reach fever heat. As I
was not a voter I took little interest in passing events. There was one little incident after the election that I often call to mind. As I remember, there were eleven votes cast in the county for Mr. Lincoln. The names of these voters were printed on placards and stuck up at every
crossroads. I mention this to show what partisanism will lead men to. Actual hostilities did not commence in this county until the latter part of the summer of 1861.My father being a slave holder and the circumstances surrounding us left us to take sides with the south. The company of which I was a member, was made up in this vicinity on the 27th day of June 1861. We took up our line of march for the south, joining the main army at Papinsville, commanded by General Price. We were uninterrupted until near Carthage, Missouri, when we
met General Siegel, and after a sharp engagement of several hours, with slight loss on both sides, General Siegel was forced to retire. General Price continued his march to Cowskin Prairie, where we remained three weeks; then took up our line of march for Springfield. Ten miles south west of this city on Wilson Creek we encountered General Lyon. I am unable to
give details of this fight, as our regiment was in advance, receiving the first assault. I fell early in the engagement with a minnie ball in the thigh, near where General Lyon fell. I was taken to the hospital in Springfield. In the latter part of September I was able to return home where I remained until 1863. From the time of my arrival at home until my departure there were many incidents, a few of which I will relate without being exact as to dates.In the fall of 1861 James Hawkins accidentally shot and killed himself while passing through a gate at the Andrew Brown place. In less than a year Alexander Weddle and a Mr. McRupe were killed at and near the same place.
Some time in the fall of 1862 Joe Myers called at the residence of John Lloyd, and angry words ensued. Myers shot the latter, killing him instantly. In April or May, 1863, Judge Durand, a prominent citizen of Prairie City, was killed by two bushwackers, while going from his home to Butler. It was not the design of these men to take his life, only his horse and gun, but he refused to surrender. Just before or shortly after this last occurrence M. D. Elledge and J. W. Jones were encamped in the brush near where Pleasant Valley school house now stands. While each had gone to his home for breakfast, being only a short distance away, a company of militia surrounded their camp. Elledge returned first; his first intimation of danger was a demand to surrender. He began to retreat, at the same time shooting at those in front of him; that opened a way for him to escape. Many shots were fired and the last one hit Elledge in the arm. He returned home, called his wife out and told her where to find him when the militia
had gone. He was soon able to be in the saddle again.On December 5, 1861, a band of outlaws came to the residence of George Thomas, a respected citizen and a Union man, carried him off, and he was never heard of. It is supposed he was murdered. In the fall of 1863 a lot of Southern men were in the brush in the southern part of the township when a dispute arose between Jim Lloyd and Harry Humphreys, over the return of some horses taken from Jack Wright. Humphreys demanding their return. Angry words ensued and both reached for their guns and fired simultaneously. Lloyd received a ball in his brain and Humphreys one in his breast, both expiring immediately.
In May 1863, the order of General Ewing, depopulating the border counties, was issued. Being unable for service I remained at home until this time. A pass was furnished me to go into our lines. I did not reach the lines until fall when I re-enlisted in the 10th Missouri Cavalry, CSA. Not able for active service I was detailed in the Commissary department, where I remained until the army reached the Missouri River on the Price raid, when I re-joined my company and participated in all the engagements to the close, except that of Mines Creek in Linn County Kansas. At Cane Hill, Arkansas, we turned into the Nation, where for three weeks we had nothing to eat but meal without salt; and our faithful animals, brush and prairie grass, in the month of November. After reaching Red River we turned down that stream until we reached Lee, where we spent the balance of the winter and spring, surrendering at Shreveport June the 10th, 1865. After Uncle Sam had licked us he was kind enough to furnish us transportation home and plenty of grub to eat.
I found my parents in Henry county, Missouri on the 27th day of June 1865. I did not return to this county until 1867. While there was a great deal of animosity existing here I received very kind treatment at the hands of my late enemies, and I am proud to say that now my warmest friends are those who wore the Blue, some of whom I met on the battle-field.
Now in conclusion I wish to say that the foregoing are the facts as to my best ability to chronicle them, without any coloring, for I see things differently from what I did thirty years ago. When I laid down my musket I considered the war at an end, and have adhered to that policy since. The past is behind us, our duty is to the future and as patriotic Americans we should turn our eyes in that direction.>
Lydia S. ROATH was born on 20 Aug 1848. She died on 24 Jul 1906 in Bates Co., MO. Lydia married Christopher Columbus BLANKENBAKER on 21 Dec 1884 in Bates Co., MO.
Unknown whether Roath was her maiden name of her married name, if she was a widow.
George Washington BLANKENBAKER [Parents] was born on 26 Oct 1834 in Madison Co., Virginia. He died on 16 Aug 1910 in Lone Oak Twp., Bates Co., MO. George married Mary Jane WHITE.
Mary Jane WHITE was born about 1835. She married George Washington BLANKENBAKER.
Christopher CRIGLER [Parents] was born on 28 Nov 1769. He married Nancy GAINES.
Nancy GAINES was born about 1775. She married Christopher CRIGLER.
They had the following children:
M i Richard Gaines CRIGLER was born about 1800.
This may be the Richard G. Crigler who is found along with my ancestor, Isaac Runyon, in covering Isaac's becoming Coroner of Howard Co., MO.
Steve F. WAYLAND [Parents] was born on 27 Feb 1887. He died on 28 May 1966. Steve married Lucy Pearl YOUNG.
Married first to Nancy Davis, sister to Oscar Davis who married his sister, Arra. She died giving birth to their first child, and the child later died.
He then married Pearl Young and they raised a family of 8: 4 boys, 4 girls.
Lucy Pearl YOUNG was born on 19 Mar 1896. She died on 16 May 1971. Lucy married Steve F. WAYLAND.
Lucy's line back is online at WorldConnect project of RootsWeb.
Daniel BARRETT was born on 5 Aug 1759 in VA. He died on 25 Sep 1820 in Gallatin Co., KY. Daniel married Rutha M. MAGRUDER on 19 Dec 1795 in Culpeper Co., VA.
Rutha M. MAGRUDER was born on 24 May 1773 in VA. She died on 10 Nov 1854 in Gallatin Co., KY. Rutha married Daniel BARRETT on 19 Dec 1795 in Culpeper Co., VA.
They had the following children:
F i Lucinda BARRETT M ii Daniel BARRETT